Mass Intentions

Monday, January 12

      7:00 a.m.               Robert Miller

      8:00 a.m.               Alvina Doyle

Tuesday, January 13

      7:00 a.m.               John Prendergast

      8:00 a.m.               Marjorie Nusbaum

Wednesday, January 14

      7:00 a.m.               Int. of Barbara Ott

      8:00 a.m.               Ida Steen

Thursday, January 15

      7:00 a.m.               Int. of Rita & Ted Rucharski

      8:00 a.m.               Noranne Ott

Friday, January 16 

      7:00 a.m.               CharleneJ. Pretko Orner

      9:30 a.m.               Francis X. Lewis

Saturday, January 17

        8:00 a.m.               Charles J. Pretko Orner

        5:00 p.m.               Mary Trichilo

Sunday, January 18

      7:15 a.m.               Parishioner of St. John Parish

      9:15 a.m.               Kathleen Nichols

    11:15 a.m.               Francis Broccolina

      3:15 p.m.               Int. of Dorothy Kellar

      6:00 p.m.               Maureen Brothers

 

From the Pastor

    Please join me in extending congratulations to Frank and Maria De Cesare. Their son, Robert was ordained a priest on Christmas Eve in Rome. Father Robert De Cesare is a member of the Legionaires of Christ. Hopefully when he returns to the United States and is visiting his family, he will have an opportunity to celebrate one of the weekend Masses in his home parish. I understand that Deacon Michael DeAscanis, who is completing his preparation for the priesthood at the North American College in Rome, was present for Father De Cesare’s ordination. Deacon Michael will be ordained this summer at the Cathedral in Baltimore. He will celebrate his First Mass in our parish this June.  Please continue to pray for vocations to the priesthood, religious life and to the permanent deaconate.

    In expressing my litany of thanks for all your help, cooperation and participation in the Christmas Liturgies, I neglected to mention by name the wonderful work of the Art and Environment Committee. The general consensus was; thanks to their work, our church was beautiful for its first Christmas.

 

                May God bless you,

   

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

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, & 8 a.m.; Wednesdays – 2, 3 & 7 a.m.; Thursdays – 2 & 3 a.m. and 12:00 noon; 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.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Mary Clare Hoffmeister, daughter of Thomas and Donna Hoffmeister; Jullian Kate Pumputis, daughter of James and Dorothy Pumputis; Molly Madeline Brough, daughter of Steven & Dawn Brough; Kendall Teresa Hahn, daughter of Erich & Teresa Hahn; Caleb Seth Jenkins, son of Rachel & Billy Jenkins; Mikayla Alizabeth Moxley, daughter of Michael & Stephanie Moxley; Alexandra Grace Shipley, daughter of Steven & Kathryn Shipley; Margaret Elsie Wolfsheimer, daughter of Brett & Lauren Wolfsheimer; Avery Colleen O’Neill, daughter of Shaun & Kristen O’Neill; and Delany Morgan O’Neill, daughter of Ryan & Stephanie O’Neill. 

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Harriett Adams, Mark Lovell, Amanda Bell, Beatrice Cannon, Denis DeCraene, Joseph Binder, Marquette Hunt, and for their family and friends.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … January 12-18

Mon.:   1 Sm 1:1-8;   Ps 116:12-19;   Mt 1:14-20

Tues.:  1 Sm 1:9-20;   (Ps) 1 Sm 2:1,4-8;   Mk 1:21-28

Wed.:  1 Sm 3:1-10,19-20;   Ps 40:2-5,7-10;   Mk 1:29-39

Thurs.: 1 Sm 4:1-11;   Ps 44:10-11,14-15,25-26;   Mk 1:40-45

Fri.:      1 Sm 8:4-7,10-22;   Ps 89:16-19;  Mk 2:1-12

Sat.:      1 Sm 9:1-4,17-19;10:1;   Ps 19:8-10,15;   Mk 2:13-17

Sun.:     Is 62:1-5;  Ps 96:1-3,7-10;  1 Cor 12:4-11;   Jn 2:1-11

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of December 21, 2003:

Envelopes:       $24,322.44                               Attendance:  3704

Loose:                   6,252.90                               Poor Box:   $1,406.83

TOTAL:         $30,575.34

 

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of December 28, 2003:

Envelopes:       $18,260.31                               Attendance:  3030

Loose:                   5,854.09                               Poor Box:   $1,033.52

TOTAL:         $24,114.40

 

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of January 4, 2003:

Envelopes:       $22,068.62                               Attendance:  3571

Loose:                   5,400.90                               Poor Box:   $1,530.60

TOTAL:         $27,469.52

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,449.97. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,001,010          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,653,674          Pledged to date:         7,001,010

Balance:               $  1,347,336 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       505,810

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.

 

THE SPECIAL COLLECTION next weekend is the annual collection for the Special Care for Diocesan Priests. Thank you for your generosity.

 

THANK YOU for your generosity to the Christmas collection. Total collected was $76,151.69.

 

PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR PARISH FAMILY when considering your charitable giving options. St. John Church and School contribute so much to the strength of our community and a simple monetary gift can represent the tax deduction your family needs while helping us to meet our vision and mission. Thanks for your continued support! 

 

School News

 

PTF DANCE & SILENT AUCTION … Friday, April 23

Mark your calendars for this St. John PTF Annual event. Donations to the silent auction are needed Proceeds benefit the School and donations are tax deductible. For donations or info, contact Sheri at 410-833-6197 or Mary at 410-552-6689.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

FIRST COMMUNION PARENT MEETING … Feb. 10 or 12

At 6:45 in the school cafeteria.

 

BAPTISMAL INFORMATION forms for children preparing for their First Holy Communion must be returned to the Religious Education Office as soon as possible.

 

RCIA II: If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, we will be offering a program on Monday nights beginning in February. Sessions will help prepare those attending, to understand the Catholic Faith, and assist them in making the decision to join our Church. Anyone who has been baptized may join. For more information, please call Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

LIFE NIGHT FYI: There will be no Life Night this Sunday, January 11^th due to the Confirmation Retreat.

 

SPRING KICK-OFF … Sunday, January 18

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. This night will be a night to remember completely packed with fun, not to mention the obstacle course and some teachings about the Church. It is set to blow your mind.

 

SUPERBOWL SUB SALE: Life Teen will again be selling Superbowl Subs as a fundraiser for Steubenville. We will take orders after Masses on January 17^th & 18^th and January 24^th & 25^th. Subs will be picked up on February 1^st. Each sub will be approximately $4.50. The teens who participate will get a portion of the profit for their trip. To sign up, or if you have questions call Scott or Jordan in the Religious Ed. Office.

STEUBENVILLE 2004 RETREAT: It is time to get your money together for this summer’s retreat. We have three possible dates: June 25-27, July 9-11, or July 16-18. It is a lottery as to which date we will get. The initial deposit of $70 and is due ASAP.

 

 

SPRING KICK-OFF … Sunday, January 11

From 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. The theme is “Fan in the Stands!” We will have plenty of sports challenges, and the great part is; there is no athletic ability required! This will be a Blast, so bring a friend and wear your favorite sports jersey!

 

OPEN POOL AT MC DANIEL … Saturday, January 31

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. the cost is $3 per person. Please R.S.V.P. with Scott in the Religious Ed. Office or at slink@sjwest.org

 

 

ACTIVITY NIGHTS ... Every 1^st & 3^rd Friday

From 7:00 – 8:45 p.m. We meet at the front entrance of the cafeteria. Youth Alive is open to all 5^th and 6^th graders of our parish. We ask that you please drop off and pick-up on time. Please note; if Carroll County Schools cancelled or had an early dismissal for inclement weather, we will not have an Activity Night. For information, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

BECAUSE of the EXTRAORDINARY generosity of St. John parishioners, the Christmas Caring and Sharing Program was able to help 158 families – 493 individuals (222 of them children) by supplying new gifts of clothing and toys and also grocery certificates for the Christmas Holiday! This generosity has a magnificent impact on the lives of people in need in Carroll County. Thank you for the support you give to this organization throughout the year. God bless you in the New Year!

 

activities in Our Parish

AND SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION EVENTS

 

WISDOM CLUB EXECUTIVE MEETING … Thurs., Jan. 15

At 10:00 a.m. at Bullock’s Airport Inn. All committee members are requested to attend. Please come prepared to discuss plans for the coming year. Lunch is available after the meeting. Club members interested in joining us, are always welcome. For question, call Mary Agnes at 410-876-1307.

 

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

All tickets have been sold, however should anyone cancel, we have a waiting list. As the time approaches, Fr. Brian will have a talk on the play and the music. The date will be announced. For questions, please call Mary Masimore at 410-857-0526.

 

FILIAE MARIAE (Women’s) BOOK CLUB … Tues., Jan. 20

At 7:00 in the parish center. Join us for the introduction of the book club. The format will be discussed. Fellowship time with praise and song and refreshments will follow. 

 

ANNUAL MARCH for LIFE … Thursday, January 22

The Pro-Life Group is organizing the trip to the Annual March for Life in Washington. Please join us for this peaceful, inspiring demonstration as we stand up for Life, a fundamental belief of our faith. We will be traveling by motor coach, leaving after the 8:00 a.m. Mass and returning about 6:00 p.m. To make reservations or if you have any questions, call Joanne Bohli at 410-876-7984.

 

WISDOM CLUB MONTHLY MEETING … Thurs., Jan. 22

In the hall of the Ascension Episcopal Church on Court St. Mass will be celebrated in the hall at 12:00 noon, followed by our luncheon and business meeting. Remember to bring your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are welcome. For more information, call Eleanor at 410-875-3336.

 

FILIAE MARIEA ADORATION … Friday, January 23

In the Parish Center Chapel. Come by at your convenience between 6 and 8 p.m. For more information, call Mary Margaret Frederick at 410-857-9759.

 

OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEETING … Mon, January 26

At 7:00 p.m. in Room A of the parish center. New members are welcome! For info, please call Anne Nevin at 410-876-1027.

 

LONGABERGER® BASKET BINGO … Saturday, March 20

At 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.), in the St. John School Cafeteria. Prizes will be filled retired Longaberger® baskets. Mark your calendars now! WE NEED YOUR HELP to make this bingo a success by sponsoring a basket, or items to fill a basket. Please call Anna at 410-876-2652 if you can help.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY CERAMIC TILE:  The 6” square tile shows a gold metallic representation of our Sesquicentennial logo and detailed images of the three churches. Cost is $10, and may be purchased in the parish office, Mon. – Fri., from 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK & VIDEO are available for pick-up and sale at the Parish Office, Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To make arrangements for evening pick-up, call Sue Ripper at 410-876-3472 or Norma in the parish office (ext. 217). Books are $20, Videos/DVDs are $15. Buy the set for $30 and save!

 

150^th COMMEMORATIVE SWEATSHIRTS: Did you miss the opportunity to purchase your Anniversary sweatshirt! Then you are in luck! The Wisdom Club has a few adult sizes left. The price is $10 for adults, youth sizes will be 3 for $25 available in small, medium and large. Proudly display your love of our Parish. For info, call Mary Agnes at 410-876-1307 or Jean at 410-848-8654.

 

ALTAR SOCIETY of ST. JOHN is in need of several more people willing to donate some of their time on Fridays to help clean the church. For info, contact Pat Mueller at 410-876-2596.

 

THE HISPANIC MINISTRY is looking for Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers, and parishioners to assist in other ways for the 3:15 p.m. Spanish Mass, and with the Spanish-speaking community. You need not be fluent in Spanish. For more information, call Denise Diegel at 410-876-0860.

 

JUNIOR LEGION OF MARY … Friday afternoon at 3:00

All Catholics under the age of 18 are eligible to join. If you would like your child to grow closer to Jesus and Mary, come join us. For information, call Patty Spaar at 410-861-8510.

 

MEMORIAL BRICKS: 4 x 8 brick forms are available in the parish office. A limited number of 8 x 8 bricks will be available, call Kathy Duex for an 8 x 8 form at 410-848-4469. Bricks are $75 for 4 x 8 and $150 for an 8 x 8.

 

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.

 

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.

 

SUNDAY NURSERY for 1-5 year olds will be held in the St. Matthew room of the school during the 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. Masses. For info, contact Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790.

 

At Other Parishes

LIFE in the SPIRIT SEMINAR … Tuesday Evenings

From January 13 – February 24 at St. John, 116 East 2^nd St., Frederick, Maryland. Each meeting is from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Meetings open with song and prayer followed by a presentation on the evening’s topic, small group discussion and closing prayer. For information, contact Terry at 301-662-7510. 

 

DELONE HIGH PLACEMENT TEST … Sat., January 17

For eighth graders who do not attend PA area schools. If you are interested in pursuing an education at Delone Catholic as a ninth grader, you must take the placement test. Call Sister Maria at 717-637-5969 to register.

 

MARRIED COUPLES RETREATS will be held at Priestfield Retreat Center, W.VA. On the following dates: ■ January 30, 31 & Feb. 1, ■ Feb. 27-29, ■ March 5-7, ■ March 12-14, ■ March 26-28, ■ April 2-4, ■ April 16-18, ■ May 14-16. For more information call Elaine at 410-252-5355.

 

CATHOLIC ALUMNI CLUB of BALTIMORE is an organization providing fellowship for the single, professional Catholic in a variety of social, religious and cultural settings. Activities include dinners out, movie nights, and dancing. If you want to meet new friends, call the CAC information line at 410-580-1250 or e-mail us at CAC Skipjack@yahoo.com.

 

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 now to have your family receive the chalice. For information, call Ms. Hopkins at 410-857-5487.

 

CATHOLIC CHARITIES ANSWERS for the AGING is a free and confidential information and referral service for older adults, their families and/or caregivers. When you call, a referral counselor/specialist will listen to your questions or concerns and can help identify options and make referrals to appropriate agencies. If you are feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of trying to find the right service, call 410-646-0100 or 1-888-507-7587.

 

PROJECT RACHEL is a program of counseling, compassion and healing for women and men who have been involved in an abortion. Completely confidential. Directed by priests. Call 1-800-286-4224 for a referral.

 

Reminders

THE DEADLINE for BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS is 12:00 noon on the Monday before the weekend in which the announcement is to appear… All announcements are requested in writing. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org.