Mass Intentions

Monday, January 19

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

      8:00 a.m.           Maggie Hunt

Tuesday, January 20

      7:00 a.m.           Lester Stem

      8:00 a.m.           Noranne Ott

Wednesday, January 21

      7:00 a.m.           James McNamara

      8:00 a.m.           Peyton & Madaline Carr

Thursday, January 22

      7:00 a.m.           Mr. & Mrs. C. Edward Cootes

      8:00 a.m.           Maureen Brothers

Friday, January 23             

      7:00 a.m.           Maria Salome

      9:30 a.m.           Agnes C. Bordes

Saturday, January 24

        8:00 a.m.           Walter Ward

        5:00 p.m.           Amanda Bell

Sunday, January 25

      7:15 a.m.           Marguerite Keoseian

      9:15 a.m.           Edward & Lillian Swinderman

    11:15 a.m.           Parishioners of St. John Parish

      3:15 p.m.           Ferdinand Krahn

      6:00 p.m.           Thanksgiving for our safe trip to and from Italy

 

From the Pastor

    When I observe the good you do, the sacrifices you make and the witness that you give to our Faith, I thank God for St. John parish. Last weekend, 290 teenagers and adult volunteers worked and prayed together in preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation. I am grateful to all who participated in, prayed for and gave leadership to our parish’s Confirmation Retreat. I want to acknowledge Paul Gallagher, our Director of Religious Education and Jordan Tippett, our Youth Minister for their outstanding dedication and work. Please continue to pray for the youth of our parish and especially those who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this spring.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we continue to adapt to our new church. We will be working with the local police to try to ease the exit from the parking lots on Sunday mornings. Although we have had people standing for some of the Masses, the ushers ask me to encourage you to move to the centers of the pews and there may be room for everyone to have a seat. Thanks again for your cooperation.

                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: Joseph William Banbury, son of Jeffrey & Kimberly Banbury; Isabella Schell Dintino, daughter of Mary & Jacqueline Dintino; Rebecca May Guldan, daughter of Steven & Marjorie Guldan; Derek Paul Sew, son of Dennis & Kimberly Sew; Jacob Michael Hogue, son of David & Jennifer Hogue; Ashley Nicole Panagakos, daughter of Christine & Nickolas Panagako, Jr.; Morgan Marie Rogers, daughter of Chad & Michelle Rogers; Peter James Baugher, son of Barbara & Jacob Baugher, III; 

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Mary Preston, William Torretti, and for their family and friends.

 

MASS INTENTIONS are of such high volume that it occasionally becomes necessary to send them to missions who can respond to them in a timely fashion. The following intentions have recently been sent: Iris Stewart, Megan Marie Taylor, Donald Gardner, Sterling Ward (3 Masses), Thomas Bowen, Michelle Seibel, Helen Milos (2 Masses), Cootie Cockey, Larry & Mark Almony, Int. of Grandma Daum (2 Masses), Julia Bostek, Robert A. Bacigalupa, Jr., Bridgitt Conway, Kay Barrett, Earl H. Howard, and John Yockey.

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

Immediately following the 8:00 a.m. Mass and Rosary in the church. All are invited to participate.

 

HAS IT BEEN A WHILE since you prayed the ROSARY? You just can't remember all the prayers and mysteries to complete your rosary? Check the pamphlets available in the church for help. The rosary is prayed daily after 8:00 a.m. Mass.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … January 19-25

Mon.:   1 Sm 15:16-23;   Ps 50:8-9,16-17,21,23;   Mk 2:18-22

Tues.:  1 Sm 16:1-13;   Ps 89:20-22,27-28;   Mk 2:23-28

Wed.:  1 Sm 17:32-33,37,40-51;   Ps 144:1-2,9-10;   Mk 3:1-6

Thurs.: 1 Sm 18:6-9;19:1-7;   Ps 56:2-3,9-14;   Mk 3:7-12

Fri.:      1 Sm 24:3-21;   Ps 57:2-4,6,11;  Mk 3:13-19

Sat.:      2 Sm 1:1-4,11-12,19,23-27;   Ps 80:2-3,5-7;   Mk 3:20-21

Sun.:     Neh 8:2-4,5-6,8-10;   1 Cor 12:4-11;   Lk 1:1-4;4:14-21

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of January 11, 2003:

Envelopes:       $19,618.02                               Attendance:  3725

Loose:                   5,563.80                               Poor Box:   $1,420.04

TOTAL:         $25,181.82

 

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:    $    7,021,010          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,653,674          Pledged to date:         7,021,010

Balance:               $  1,367,336 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       485,810

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 this weekend is the annual collection for the Special Care for Archdiocesan Priests. Our Retired Priest have contributed many years of service to us. Please remember them now by contributing to this most essential collection. Thank you for your generosity.

 

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! 

 

ELECTRONIC CONTRIBUTIONS: If you are interested in trying our St. John Electronic Contributions Option, please call George Hinkel (ext. 249), Business Manager in the Parish Office. 

 

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.

 

 

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 this weekend after all Masses and next weekend, January 24^th & 25^th. Sub pick up will be 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. The initial deposit of $70 and is due ASAP.

 

 

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 *

CLOTHING COLLECTION BINS are available behind the parish center. Please put your donations in small to medium‑sized plastic bags and deposit them in the bins. Please do not leave bags outside the bins! This area is not designed for the deposit of furniture or any large items.

 

activities in Our Parish

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. Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 noon, followed by our luncheon and business meeting. Remember to bring your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. Please note; the 2004 dues of $5.00 will be collected at this meeting, members not present may send their dues to our treasurer, Helen Ziegler. 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.

 

MARRIED COUPLE’S DATE NIGHT OUT … Sat., Jan. 24

From 6 – 9 p.m., in the St. Theresa Room of the parish center.  

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, January 24

Couples married in January are invited to renew their marriage vows at the 5:00 p.m. Mass. If you wish to participate, please sign up in the Sunday Sacristy or the parish office in advance of the weekend.

 

CATHOLIC HOME SCHOOL MEETING ...Thurs., Jan. 29

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. Please note the date change for this month only. All interested are invited to attend. For more information, call Donna Brown at 410-848-0905.

 

KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS BREAKFAST … Sun., February 1

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.

 

OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEETING … Mon, February 2

At 3:30 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.

 

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.

 

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 DEADLINE … Friday, January 23

The bricks that were purchased November – January will be installed in the spring. Thank you for your support of the Memorial Brick Project. The 4 x 8 ($75) brick forms are available in the parish office. A limited number of 8 x 8 ($150) bricks are available by calling Kathy Duex at 410-848-4469.

 

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

Now through February 24 at St. John, 116 East 2^nd St., Frederick, Maryland. Each meeting is from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For information, contact Terry at 301-662-7510. 

 

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 Catholics. If you want to meet new friends, call the CAC information line at 410-580-1250.

 

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. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org.

 

HAS IT BEEN A WHILE since you prayed the ROSARY? Check the pamphlets available in the church for help. The rosary is prayed daily after 8:00 a.m. Mass.

 

HOLY COMMUNION will be brought to you during Mass if you are unable to come to the altar. Please inform an usher.

 

LARGE‑PRINT MISSALETTES are available for use at weekend Masses. Please see an usher before Mass.