Mass Intentions

Monday, November 3

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of the Poor Box Contributors

      8:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

Tuesday, November 4

      7:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

      8:00 a.m.       John Mergo

Wednesday, November 5

      7:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

      8:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

Thursday, November 6

      7:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

      8:00 a.m.       Berenice Batterden 

Friday, November 7 (First Friday)   

      7:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

      9:30 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

      7:00 p.m.       Int. of Raymond Hartigan

Saturday, November 8

        8:00 a.m.       All Souls Intentions

        5:00 p.m.       Parishioners of St. John in Thanksgiving

Sunday, November 9

      7:15 a.m.       Parishioners of St. John in Thanksgiving

      9:15 a.m.       Parishioners of St. John in Thanksgiving

    11:15 a.m.       Parishioners of St. John in Thanksgiving

      6:00 p.m.       Parishioners of St. John in Thanksgiving

       

From the Pastor

    As we begin our first full weekend in the new church, I ask your continued patience as we deal with the transition. Everything from the new weekend Mass schedule, the order for communion lines and even the order for taking up the collection will require some reorientation. Your cooperation is appreciated.

    I hope you will have time to come early and/or stay late and enjoy some prayerful time in our new church. The artwork, both the old and the new come together to create a prayerful atmosphere. For example, the restored Stations of the Cross are beautiful in themselves, they become even more meaningful when they are viewed while we are actually praying the stations. 

    Please join me in thanking the Dedication Committee for all their hard work, planning and attention to detail. Now let us remember to keep our church a house of prayer.

 

                May God bless you,

 

 

 Liturgy & Worship

NEW WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE effective November 1^st Saturday: 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 7:15 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 3:15 p.m. (Spanish,) and 6:00 p.m.

 

NEW CONFESSION SCHEDULE effective November 1^st

Saturday: 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.; Sunday: 1/2 hour before each Mass.

 

FIRST FRIDAY MORNING MASSES ...  November 7

Masses will be at 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. (attended by St. John School), and 7:00 p.m. All Masses are in the church.

 

 

MEMORIAL CANDLELIGHT MASS … Fri., November 21

At 7:00 p.m. in the church. There will be a candlelight Mass and Memorial service for parents who have suffered the loss of a child. This Mass is personalized with the names of these beloved children. Call Mary at 410-876-7033 or Bev at 410-876-6275 to have a name included. 

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – 2 & 9 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, a.m. and 12, 1, 2, 3, 6, 8, 9 & 10 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY of the WORD needs volunteers. Older teens who have already attended a regular Mass are welcome to volunteer. For info, call Nancy at 410-876-2173.

 

NOTICE CONCERNING MASS INTENTIONS: Canon 945ff:  In accordance with approved custom of the Church, the Faithful are invited to ask the parish priests to offer Mass for a particular intention along with the priest’s general intention, “for the good of the Church and the whole world.” (Priest prayer before Mass). At our parish, this has been an important part of our faith, as we believe that our intentions rise up to heaven with every Mass being offered.

    As of November 1, 2003, the parish will begin a new Mass schedule that has two less weekend Masses. These Masses have already been assigned with particular Mass intentions along with the person’s offering. According to Canon law 953 and 954, the parish priests have the responsibility to ensure that Masses will be said for these intentions within a year, even if the Masses are to be celebrated elsewhere, unless the donors have expressly stipulated otherwise (Canon 954). 

    We assure you that if you have already requested a Mass Intention for the remainder of this year, this will be completed within the year, even if this intention and the offering will be distributed to other priests and religious communities outside our parish.

    In the future, the expected increase in the number of Mass intentions requires us to create the policy that we will not be able to guarantee a certain date or specific Mass for your intention. In order to assist our parish staff who organize the Mass intentions, we kindly ask that if you wish to have a year-long intention, that you please come to the parish office and make this request at the beginning of each calendar year. We are always ready to assist you in having a Mass offered for your intention. For your information, the parish bulletin will provide the schedule of the Mass intentions for the following week. Thank you for your consideration.

 

We Pray …

WE PRAY for the REPOSE of Mary R. Lauterbach, Lillian H. Parks, Howard Barnes, Dominick Ingalzo, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Jennie Beaver, donated by Virginia Graham & Jane Zincon & Families.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … November 3 - 9

Mon.:   Rom 11:29-36;   Ps 69:30-31,33-34;   Lk 14:12-14

Tues.:  Rom 12:5-16;   Ps 131:1-3;   Lk 14:15-24

Wed.:  Rom 13:8-10;   Ps 112:1-2,4-5,9;   Lk 1:25-33

Thurs.: Rom 14:7-12;   Ps 27:1,4,13-14;   Lk 15:1-10

Fri.:      Rom 15:14-21;   Ps 98:1-4;   Lk 16:1-8

Sat.:      Rom 16:3-9,16,22-27;   Ps 145:2-5,10-11;   Lk 16:9-15

Sun.:     Ez 47:1-2,8-9,12;   1 Cor 3:9-11,16-17;   Jn 2:13-22

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of October 26, 2003:

Envelopes:       $24,153.68                               Attendance:  3458

Loose:                   8,556.41                               Poor Box:   $1,195.76

TOTAL:         $32,710.09

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $23,704.73. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    6,859,601          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,460,475          Pledged to date:         6,859,601.

Balance:               $  1,399,126 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       647,219.

 

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.

 

THANK YOU for your DONATIONS on Mission Sunday. Total collected was $5,714.57.  

 

School News

 

 

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

 

SCHOOL DANCE & SILENT AUCTION … Fri, April 23

Mark your calendars for this St. John PTF Annual event. Donations to the silent auction are needed including: time-shares, antiques, crafts, services, sports items or tickets, etc. Proceeds benefit the School and donations are tax deductible. For donations or information, contact Sheri Jadra at 410-833-6197 or Mary Richards at 410-552-6689.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

HOME STUDY CLASSES … Wednesday, November 5

At 6:45 p.m. in the school.

 

CONFIRMATION PARENTS: If your child missed the Parent/Candidate Meeting, please call Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office. Your candidate cannot start the program, which begins November 11 and 13^th, without first having the information from the initial meeting.

SECOND GRADE FIRST RECONCILATION  … Sat, Nov. 22

At 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Parents check you invitation to see which time your child should attend or call the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

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.

 

 

JESUS, FRIENDS, and the NEW CHURCH … Friday, Nov. 9

7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Meet in the Art Room. Come out for some fun, snacks and a candlelight tour of our beautiful new church followed by a candle vigil.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEETING … Wed., November 5

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. If you would like to learn more about the organization, please join us at this meeting or call Patty Terrano at 410-857-1473.

 

THANKSGIVING DINNER … Thursday, November 27

The Shepherds Staff annual community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held in the St. John School Cafeteria to bring together those who wish to share the blessings, feastings, and fellowship of Thanksgiving Day. There is no charge and all are welcome! Please help St. Vincent de Paul to provide the canned vegetables (101 ounce - #10 cans of Green beans, whole kernel corn, sauerkraut, apple sauce, and cranberry sauce). Donations may be brought to the school cafeteria by November 24^th during the hours of 8:30 a.m.  – 3:00 p.m. For info, please call Joe Wade at 410-876-2785.

 

THE ADOPT-A-FAMILY PROGRAM would like to identify persons who wish to adopt an entire family to provide them with more time for budgeting and shopping. If you are interested in helping, please call the St. Vincent de Paul office at 410-848-8693.

 

activities in Our Parish

AND SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION EVENTS

 

SUNDAY NURSERY … Beginning November 2

Nursery for 1-5 year olds will be held in the St. Matthew room of the school. For more information, or if you are interested in starting a nursery at the 9:15 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. Masses, please contact Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790.

 

KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS BREAKFAST … Sun., Nov. 2

From 8 – 11:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Join the Knights for a great breakfast featuring: Pancakes, French toast, Eggs and more. Adults $4 and children only $2.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. Nov. 2

If you are interested in becoming a member of 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 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

WOMEN’S COMMUNION BREAKFAST … Sunday, 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 communion breakfast. Robyn Bobak will speak on “The Genius of Women.” Everyone is invited to attend the 9:15 a.m. Mass at St. John. Tickets are $15 and are available in the parish office (checks and exact money only). For information, contact Mary Margaret Frederick at 410-840-9759 or Joanne Sebeck at 443-324-0311.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING ... Monday, November 3

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. The Council welcomes your attendance and invites you to bring your concerns or comments to its attention by calling the parish office and leaving your name and phone number. A Council member will return your call.

 

HEALTH CARE MINISTRY … Wednesday, November 5

The next monthly meeting will begin with quiet prayer in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m., followed by a meeting in the parish center. All parishioners are invited to join us. 

 

FR. DAVE’S SPAGHETTI DINNER … Friday, November 7

From 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Support the school, have a delicious meal finished off with home-made desserts, and visit with other families. The cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children 4-12, children 3 and under are free – or $25 per immediate family. For information, contact Carolyn Drumgoole at 410-833-7202, drum2000@qis.net or Diane Bohn at 40-876-7907, bohndi@aol.com.

 

WISDOM CLUB MEETING ... Thursday, November 20

In the hall of Ascension Episcopal Church. Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 noon in the hall followed by lunch and the meeting. The entertainment will be a “Silent Auction.” Members are reminded to bring items of some value to be auctioned off. If you don’t wish your item to be sold below value—mark the piece with the price you will accept. Please remember to bring your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Eleanor at 410-895-3336.

 

NEW YORK CITY TRIP … Saturday, November 29

Leaving the 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 for you to go shopping, see a show, or sightsee. Call Paul in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

LITURGICAL MINISTERS RETREAT … Saturday, Jan. 17

At Carroll Community College, registration at 8:00 a.m. The retreat will begin with Mass at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at approximately 2:30 p.m. Please reserve this date on your calendar (snow date will be January 24). The following Liturgical Ministers should attend: ·Lectors ·Ushers ·Eucharistic Ministers ·Music Ministers ·Children’s Liturgy ·Children’s Liturgy of the Word ·Art & Environment ·Liturgy Committee Members.

 

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.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY KEEPSAKES AVAILABLE to benefit our Church Building Fund! ■ The Wine Glass bears a satin-etched image of our Sesquicentennial logo, costs $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

It’s not too late to order the hard-cover edition of our Parish History and/or Video. Both will be released in late November and are professionally produced—perfect for Christmas gift giving. 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.

 

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.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY SWEATSHIRTS: Sizes available: youth small through adult 3x. For information, contact Jean at 410-848-8654 or Mary Agnes at 410-876-1307.

 

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

 

Christmas Bazaar …

Celebrating 50 years ~ Saturday, december 6^th

 

DONATIONS will be accepted for all Christmas Bazaar booths on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the school basement. For daytime, 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.

 

ANGELS MINI-MALL is in need of donations of trinkets, knick-knacks, small gift items, jewelry, scented candles, toiletries, candy, small toys, and other items that may be appropriate. Your generosity provides our “Little Angels” the thrill and to experience the joy of giving. For information, contact Christine Myers at 410-876-5627. Volunteers are needed!

 

BASKET BOUTIQUE seeks for businesses/individuals to sponsor a Longaberger Baskets(s) for the Christmas Bazaar this year. 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. Statues, medals, bibles, pictures, crucifixes, or any items of religious nature. For large items or info, 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.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

TRAVELING CHALICE PROGRAM: Each week a St. John family receives the chalice and the commission at Mass to pray for an increase in the priestly and religious vocations during that week. Sign up to have your family receive the chalice. For information, call Sue Hopkins at 410-857-5487.

 

At Other Parishes

The KNOTT SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS announce the availability of four-year, full-tuition academic scholarships. Catholic students now in grade 4 or grade 8 may apply. These scholarships may be used to attend a Parish Elementary School or Catholic High School within the Archdiocese of Baltimore. An application request form may be obtained from their web site at www.knottscholar.org or call 1-877-603-9980.