Mass Intentions

Monday, October 6

      7:00 a.m.               C. Edward Cootes

      8:00 a.m.               Ruth Yezulinas

Tuesday, October 7

      7:00 a.m.               Phyllis Gannon

      8:00 a.m.               Marjorie Moss

Wednesday, October 8

      7:00 a.m.               Int. of Zina Terrano

      8:00 a.m.               Mary King

Thursday, October 9

      7:00 a.m.               Ivy Frederick

      8:00 a.m.               Keith Crabbs

Friday, October 10 

      7:00 a.m.               Evan “Doc” Crumbacker

      8:00 a.m.               William H. Glover, Sr.

Saturday, October 11

        8:00 a.m.               For an end to Abortion

        4:30 p.m.               Mary and Raymond Garner

      6:30 p.m.               Maureen Brothers

Sunday, October 12

      7:15 a.m.               Gladys Fischer

      8:45 a.m.               Lillian V. Mallonee

    10:30 a.m.               Parishioners of St. John

    12:00 noon             Agnes Bordes

      6:00 p.m.               Nicholas M. Baccala, Sr.

 

From the Pastor

    As many of you know, building our new church continues to be an experience characterized by both blessings and challenges. The challenges are rather obvious: capital campaigns, (Phase I, Phase II and Phase II continued), weather conditions (winter blizzards, spring rains, summer rains and the hurricane), not to mention construction delays, progress meetings etc. The blessings have not always been as obvious. Many of you continue to humble me with your quiet and unassuming generosity. The gift of continued and faithful prayer is foundational, both figuratively and literally to the success of this project. Perpetual Adoration provides our parish with the opportunity, seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, to remain focused in our mission. Your gift of prayer is essential. If anyone would like to know more about Perpetual Adoration, please contact me. The blessing of making our parish a “workshop of prayer,” is one of the most important blessings we have received.

                May God bless you,

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

SACRAMENT of the SICK: We invite you to participate in a regular weekend Mass that will include the Sacrament of the Sick…an anointing with Holy and Healing Oils, on Saturday, October 11^th at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 12^th at 12:00 noon. Those who are encouraged to participate are those (of any age) who suffer from any type of illness, such as emotional, mental, and physical illness. Please note this Sacrament is NOT to be confused with “Last Rites,” the intention of this Sacrament is one of healing in body, mind and soul. For more information or to arrange transportation, call Sr. Bernadette at the parish office.

 

IMPORTANT MASS INFORMATION: Please note the necessary change to the regular Mass schedule due to the construction:

§         On October 26 the 12:00 noon, 3:15 p.m. (Spanish), and the 6:00 p.m. Masses will not be celebrated due to the lengthy Dedication Liturgy of the new Church.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – 2 a.m. and 3, 4, 5 & 6 p.m.; Mondays –1 & 2 a.m.; Tuesdays – 12, 1 & 3 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Wednesdays – 2, 3 & 7 a.m.; Thursdays – 2 & 3 a.m.; Fridays – 1, 2, 3 a.m. and 12 & 1 p.m.; and Saturdays – 12, 1, 2, 3, & 4 a.m. and 12, 1, 2, 3, 6, 8 & 9 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Sophia Maria Barnes, daughter of Erik & Gina Barnes; Owen Henry Eby, son of Douglas & Jennifer Eby; Aiden Joseph Firth, son of Albert & Stephanie Firth; Jacob Edward Hauppa, son of Gary & Kimberly Hauppa; Edward Edward Lyon Johnson, III, son of Joyce and Edward Johnson, Jr.; and  Allison Paige Volpe, daughter of Stephen & Jan Volpe.

 

WE PRAY for the REPOSE of Dale Weaver, Sr. and for his family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Mary Janicko. 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … October 6 - 12

Mon.:   Jon  1:1-2:1,11;   (Ps) Jon 2:2-5,8;   Lk 10:25-37

Tues.:  Jon 3:1-10;   Ps 130:1-4,7-8;   Lk 10:38-42

Wed.:  Jon 4:1-11;   Ps 86:3-6,9-10;   Lk 11:1-4

Thurs.: Mal 3:13-20;   Ps 1:1-4,6;   Lk 11:5-13

Fri.:      Jl 1:13-15;2:1-2;   Ps 9:2-3,6,8-9,16;   Lk 11:15-26

Sat.:      Jl 4:12-21;   Ps 97:1-2,5-6,11-12;   Lk 11:27-28

Sun.:     Wis 7:7-11;   Ps 90:12-17;   Heb 4:12-13;   Mk 10:17-30

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of September 28, 2003:

Envelopes:       $17,219.01                               Attendance:  3439

Loose:                   5,059.34                               Poor Box:   $2,102.47

TOTAL:         $22,278.35

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $22,928.49. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    6,824,745          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,424,557          Pledged to date:         6,824,745.

Balance:               $  1,400,188 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       682,075.

 

Thank you to all parishioners who have made a pledge. Memorial opportunities are still available. Please call the parish office to make, renew or extend your pledge.

 

ELECTRONIC CONTRIBUTIONS: If you are interested in trying our St. John Electronic Contributions Option, whereby the exact amount you specify is automatically deducted from your checking account each week for your offertory envelope contribution, please call George Hinkel, in the Parish Center at 410-876-2248 ext. 249. 

 

School News

 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES are available each school morning in front of the school and in the school office during the day.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

CONFIRMATION ORIENTATION … October 14 or 16

At 7:00 p.m. in the church. Parents and candidates must attend this meeting. Classes begin: Tuesday, November 11 and Thursday, November 13. If you cannot make an orientation meeting, please call Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

SECOND-GRADE PARENT MEETING … October 28 or 30 

At 6:45 p.m. in the church. All parents of second graders preparing for Reconciliation must attend this Reconciliation meeting. If you have any questions, please call the Religious Ed. Office.

 

REMINDER: Entertainment Book money is due now. Please turn any money or books to the Religious Ed. Office.

 

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The books are $26 and may be purchased at the Religious Ed. Office. For information, call the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

BAUGHER’S NIGHT … Sunday, October 5

We’re headed to Baugher’s for some good hangout time and treats. Remember to bring a few dollars for your bill. Parents! Please note we will not be on campus tonight, please drop-off and pick-up your teen at Baugher’s Restaurant.

 

THE SUBTLE SERPENT … Sunday, October 12

The Holy Fathers tells us that we are living in a “Culture of Death.” This night is about being “counter-cultural” by forming a
Culture of Life!” Newcomers win a prize!

 

FALL RETREAT … December 12 – 14

Held at Summit Lake. 35 spots available! The cost is $75 if paid by 10/31, after will be $85. For information or to register, contact a member of the core team.

 

 

SATAN’S SWORD … Sunday, October 12

7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the gym. Just about everybody’s been burnt by gossip. This is a really neat night where we’ll look at gossip in a new light and see just how much it really affects us.

PUMPKIN CARVING NIGHT – BYOP … Friday, October 24

7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Come join us with a pumpkin and some creativity! We’ll bring the snacks & carving utensils –no knives please.

 

 

FALL HARVEST PARTY ... Friday, October 17

From 7:00 – 8:45 p.m. It’s going to be a blast! We’ll make scarecrows (we provide the straw, you bring the nylon stockings, shirt, and pants), play games, and eat fall snacks! Plus, bring a decorated pumpkin to enter in our “Decorated Pumpkin Contest!” Most creative pumpkin wins a prize! Please note, Youth Alive will meet on the 3^rd Friday now through January.

 

activities in Our Parish

AND SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION EVENTS

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun., Oct. 5

If you are interested in becoming a member at St. John Parish or just interested in knowing how to get involved in the parish, you are invited to attend a Welcoming Session being held from 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 – 12:00 noon.

 

KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS BREAKFAST … Sun., October 5

From 8 a.m. – 12 noon. Join the Knights in the school cafeteria for a great breakfast including; pancakes, french toast, eggs and more. Adults are $4 and children are $2.

 

WISDOM CLUB RETREAT … Thursday, October 9

From 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Bon Secours Retreat House in Mariottsville. Members will meet for a day of prayer, meditation and reflection. Father Leo will be our moderator. The price is $20 and includes lunch. Transportation is by private automobile. Non-members are welcome. For more info, call Irene at 410-848-0489.

 

LITURGICAL MINISTERS NEW CHURCH PROTOCOL SESSION … Monday, October 13

At 7:00 p.m. This is a session for all Liturgical Ministers to receive directions and procedures on how to function in the new church. It is very important that all the following Liturgical Ministers attend: ·Lectors ·Ushers ·Eucharistic Ministers ·Music Ministers ·Children’s Liturgy ·Children’s Liturgy of the Word ·Art & Environment ·Liturgy Committee Members. Please spread the word about this important session. A back-up date of Monday, October 20^th if we are unable to enter to church on the 13^th.

 

DEDICATION COMMITTEE MEETING … Thurs., Oct. 16

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. Please bring your reports.

 

WISDOM CLUB 25^th ANNIVERSARY … Thurs., October 23

Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 noon at St. John Church and then to Bullock’s Airport Inn for a luncheon. Beautifully decorated tables, favors, and “words of wisdom” from our Church Staff will highlight the day. All members past and present are invited to celebrate this important milestone. Members are responsible for their lunch and transportation. We will be accepting donations for the “No Bake Cake Sale”. For a ride or info, contact Irene at 410-848-0489 or Ruth at 410-857-66494.

 

DEDICATION MASS … Sunday, October 26

At 2:00 p.m. Tickets are needed! We will also be simul-casting in the old church. If you did not receive a ticket to the liturgy in the new church and wish to go to the simul-casting, please call Tom Diehlman at 410-876-5450.

 

FILIAE MARIAE WOMEN’S BREAKFAST … Sun., Nov. 2

From 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Best Western. St. John’s newly formed Women’s Group Filiae Mariae will host a prayer breakfast with guest speaker Robyn Bobak on “The Genius of Women.” Tickets are $15. For tickets contact Mary Margaret Frederick at 410-840-9759 or Joanne Sebeck at 443-324-0311.

 

NEW YORK CITY TRIP … Saturday, November 29

The Religious Ed is again organizing a wonderful day-trip to the Big Apple. We leave from the back parking lot at 6:00 a.m. and return approximately 10:00 p.m. The cost is $47 and includes transportation and light refreshments. The day is free for you to do shopping, see a show, or sightsee. Space is limited. To reserve your spot, please call Paul in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

LES MISERABLES … Saturday, April 17

The price of each ticket is $73.00, which includes the bus. Tickets are limited. Money is due by December 1^st.  Make checks payable to St. John Church and drop off at the Parish Office. For more info, call Mary Masimore at 410-857-0526.

 

SESQUICENTENNIAL YEAR CLOSING MASS… Sat., Dec. 27

On the Feast Day of our patron Saint. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Malooly at 5:00 p.m. A reception will follow in the gym.

 

ALUMNI WINE GLASSES – Bears the satin etched images of the new school logo and the date of the 1^st Alumni Reunion. The cost is $5.00. Call, Darlene at 410-876-7031.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY KEEPSAKES AVAILABLE to benefit our Church Building Fund! ■ The Wine Glass bears a satin-etched image of our Sesquicentennial logo, showing our parish mission, “Come to the Table of the Lord,” Cost is $5. ■ The 6” square Ceramic Tile shows a gold metallic representation of our Sesquicentennial logo and detailed images of the three churches. Cost is $10. Both may be purchased in the parish office, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, while supplies last.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK & VIDEO … November 2003

The BOOK—Our History~Our Legacy is a 100-page, hard-cover volume detailing the 150-year history of our parish. The easy reading coffee table book includes an abundance of historical photos, and will be due for release in late November—perfect for Christmas gift giving. The VIDEO (VHS and DVD)—Upon This Rock is a professionally produced, 1-hour documentary telling the story of the building of our new church. It is filled with interviews and historical flashbacks that help put our 150 years in perspective. A limited number of books is still available…order now to guarantee your copies. Cost per book is $20. Cost per video is $15. Save by purchasing the set for $30. All proceeds benefit the Building Fund. Order forms are available in the parish office, or make ordering arrangements by calling Sue Ripper at 876-3472, Wendy Hoff at 840-9231, or the parish office x217.

 

 

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL … Every Friday

From 9:00 – 11:00 p.m. in the school gym. Contact Karl at 410-840-3287 or just show up.

 

CURSILLO WEEKEND RETREATS Fr. Leo is the spiritual director for this movement and he invites you to grow in discipleship by coming to a weekend experience. The Men’s weekend is on Oct. 9-12, and the Women’s is on Oct. 16-19. For more information, contact Fr. Leo in the parish office or Sue Wenzlick at 410-850-5680.

 

JUNIOR LEGION OF MARY … Friday afternoon

At 3:15 p.m. in the parish center. Children will pray the rosary and hear spiritual readings to help them grow closer to Jesus and Mary. For information, call Patty Spaar at 410-861-8510.

 

NEW BEGINNINGS is held in the parish center on the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays each month from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. to provide separated or divorced people a forum to exchange experiences, ideas and opinions. For info, call Janelynn Moore at 410-848-8741.

 

PRISON MINISTRY at ST. JOHN is in need of Catholics willing to share God's love, hope and forgiveness with those in our Detention Center. For info, call Debbie Loveland at 410-876-9249.

 

STUDENT SERVICE HOURS may be obtained by helping to spruce up the gardens around the St. John Campus. Please contact Terry Jones in the parish office on extension 216.

 

TOGETHER we can MAKE IT is an 8-10 week support group for those recently separated or divorced with a limited number of participants. For Info, call Janelynn Moore at 410-848-8741.

 

THREE MARYS VIDEO & AUDIO CD’S are available for purchase. Check the Three Marys box in the back of the church for order forms or call Anne Smith at 410-751-6109.

 

Christmas Bazaar …

Celebrating 50 years

 

DONATIONS will be accepted for all Christmas Bazaar booths on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the new-wing school basement. For daytime drop-off, call Al Wilder at 410-596-3608.

 

PLANNING MEETING … Tuesday, October 14

At 7 p.m. in the parish center. Needed: volunteers for the fudge table and kitchen areas. For info, call John Paris at 410-857-7666.

 

BASKET BOUTIQUE is looking for businesses or individuals interested in sponsoring a Longaberger Baskets(s) to be raffled off at the Christmas Bazaar this year. For information, please contact Kathy Rhoten at 410-876-8116.

 

“THE MARKET PLACE” is accepting saleable household goods, small furniture, small kitchen appliances, toys, games, pictures, and yard sale items. Volunteers welcome to sort & price items. Student Community Service Hours are approved. For information, call Regina Sell at 410-876-6170.

 

RELIGIOUS ARTICLES new and used are needed. Check your attics, basements and garages for statues, medals, bibles, pictures, crucifixes, small jewelry boxes, any items of religious nature. For large items or information, call Nina at 410-635-6422.

STITCHIN’ NOOK is in need of handmade items to make their table a success this year. Item may be dropped off at the parish office. For info, please call Nancy at 410-848-4744, ext. 236.

 

STUFFED ANIMALS & DOLLS are needed in good condition. For information, contact Cathy Hoos at 410-876-2442.

 

In the Community

CARROLL COUNTY LIFE CHAIN 2003 … Sun., Oct. 5

The St. John Pro-Life Group will lead participation from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. We will meet at Route 140 and Sullivan Road (opposite Plum Crazy) rain or shine. Join us as we stand to offer one hour of prayer for the 1.4 million babies killed by abortion in the U.S. last year. We’ll pray for the parents of these babies and the abortion providers, as well as for all the elected officials everywhere.

 

GABRIEL PROJECT FUNDRAISER … Friday, October 10

At Roy Rogers from 5 – 8 p.m. 15 percent of all sales will go to your local Gabriel Project. Treat your family to dinner while showing your support.

 

LOVESHACK SKI CLUB at Liberty Mountain Resorts. Night club cards are back. Take advantage of the early bird pricing by November 6. For information, call Sallee Love at 410-876-5066.

 

Reminders

TO HAVE SOMEONE ILL REMEMBERED during the prayer of the faithful at weekend Masses, please call the parish office.