Mass Intentions

Monday, January 26

      7:00 a.m.           Carl W. Wagman

      8:00 a.m.           Willard Bland

Tuesday, January 27

      7:00 a.m.           In Honor of St. Anthony

      8:00 a.m.           Luisa Ramirez

Wednesday, January 28

      7:00 a.m.           Int. of Bohlman, Stalling & Deacutes Familes

      8:00 a.m.           Noranne Ott

Thursday, January 29

      7:00 a.m.           Leo McHugh

      8:00 a.m.           Maureen Brothers

Friday, January 30             

      7:00 a.m.           Marion Wassell

      9:30 a.m.           Joseph Mathias

Saturday, January 31

        8:00 a.m.           Noranne Ott

        5:00 p.m.           Jim McNamara

Sunday, February 1

      7:15 a.m.           Charles Greenwalt

      9:15 a.m.           Neil Lettiere

    11:15 a.m.           Maggie Hunt

      3:15 p.m.           Parishioners of St. John Parish

      6:00 p.m.           Int. of Dawn Walsh

 

 

From the Pastor

    Many of you have already noticed that the front of our new parish bulletin includes the name of our newly appointed Permanent Deacon, Donald Miller. I had been waiting for the letter from Cardinal Keeler that made Deacon Don’s assignment official. The letter arrived last Monday. Please join me in welcoming Deacon Don and his wife Pat to our parish. The Millers are not strangers to our parish, several members of their family are already part of St. John’s. Deacon Don will introduce himself at the Masses this weekend. I had the privilege of working with Deacon Don during our time together at St. William of York parish in Baltimore. Welcome to St. John’s.

    Let us continue to pray for vocations to the priesthood, religious life and the diaconate.

 

                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.

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY ... Sunday, February 1

The 9:15 a.m. Mass will be a children’s liturgy.

 

FIRST FRIDAY MASSES ...  February 6

Masses are 7:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. (attended by St. John School), & 7:00 p.m. Confessions: 8:45 – 9:15 a.m. & 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

First Friday Devotion … A traditional day to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to ask His mercy especially through the sacrament of confession. The devotion began with a private revelation from Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque during the 1600’s.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Carter Brogden and Hanna Madeline Franklin, children of Henry and Deborah Franklin; Shay Elizabeth Smith, daughter of Dexter and Elizabeth Smith; Francesca Liliana Puleo, daughter of Christopher and Nancy Puleo; Maria Grace Brown, daughter of Kevin & Andrea Brown; Lauren Frances and Kelly Marie Francino, children of Stephen & Christina Francino.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Eleanor McAnally, Christina Dayrit, Nora Lee Perron, Anne Lane, Dr. Valeriano Fugoso, Jr., and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Edward W. Lister, Sr., donated from his loving family. 

 

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: Barbara Lancelotta, Michael Koch, Harry Starrett (3 Masses), Amanda Bell (4 Masses), Arthur Stone (2 Masses), Douglass Watson, Shirley Windsor, Beau Kolinsky, Helen Holdorf, Int. of Sister M. Charlotte, Int. of the Brumbley Family, William Schaffer, Doris Carter, Jack Buechele, Int. of Karen Duncan, Vernon Spittel (2 Masses), Int. of Pat Krug (2 Masses), Santos Cromwell, Mr. Hott, Margaret Shryock, Marker Lovell, Joseph Hyde, Int. of Katie O’Brien, Pauline Metzler, Catherine Mary Grace, Brian Smyth, Int. of Sister M. Cassia, Int. of Theresa Drouin, Int. of Margaret Spicer, Lenora C. McDade, Richard Riggie, Florence Flint. 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … January 26 - February 1

Mon.:   2 Tm 1:1-8;   Mk 3:22-30

Tues.:  2 Sm 6:12-15,17-19;   Ps 24:7-10;   Mk 3:31-35

Wed.:  2 Sm 7:4-17;   Ps 89:4-5,27-30;   Mk 4:1-20

Thurs.: 2 Sm 7:18-19,24-29;   Ps 132:1-5,11-14;   Mk 4:21-25

Fri.:      2 Sm 11:1-10,13-17;   Ps 51:3-7,10-11;  Mk 4:26-34

Sat.:      2 Sm 12:1-7,10-17;   Ps 51:12-17;   Mk 4:35-41

Sun.:     Jer 1:4-5,17-19;   1 Cor 12:31-13:13;   Lk 4:21-30

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of January 18, 2003:

Envelopes:       $17,144.50                               Attendance:  3038

Loose:                   3,471.60                               Poor Box:   $1,339.56

TOTAL:         $20,616.10

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,343.00. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,023,620          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,686,969          Pledged to date:         7,023,620

Balance:               $  1,336,651 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       483,200

 

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.

 

WILL YOU? Many people think about making a will at one time or another during their lifetime. Yet, it is estimated that up to 70% of Americans leave their estate without having made a will. A will allows you to control how your loved ones are provided for after your death. Every person should have a will appropriate for their individual circumstances. Through a will you can distribute your property as you choose; appoint your own executor; provide for trusts and perhaps even provide for your church or favorite ministry. A gift to St John, for example, establishes a lasting legacy of love for others by enabling us to continue the preservation and expansion of our Catholic heritage through our many ministries. Please include St John as part of your planned giving option. Thank you!

 

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.

 

THIS WEEK, ST. JOHN SCHOOL, one of over 8,000 Catholic schools serving more than 2.6 million students across the nation, joins in all the excitement of Catholic Schools Week demonstrating our belief in education for a faith-filled future. As we continue to provide a solid Catholic Education since 1866 to our students, we wish to extend our appreciation to you for helping to make our school so special. By generously sharing your time and insights with us and supporting our goals, you have helped exemplify the values and teaching of the Catholic Church we hold dear. We are grateful and hope you will continue to assist us as we strive to ensure that Catholic education and all it offers will be present in our parish and community for many years to come.

    Please pray for all of our students, faculty and staff as we continue in the mission of the Church. Rest assured of our continued prayers for you.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

HOME STUDY CLASSES … Wednesday, February 4

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

 

FIRST COMMUNION PARENT MEETING being held Tuesday, February 10^th or Thursday, February 12^th at 6:45 in the school cafeteria. Parents should attend one of these meetings.

 

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 info, call Paul in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

SUPERBOWL SUB SALE: Life Teen will again be selling Superbowl Subs as a fundraiser for Steubenville. We will take orders this weekend, January 24^th & 25^th after all Masses. Sub pick up will be on February 1^st. Each sub will be approximately $4.50.

 

STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCE: We have been selected to go July 9-11^th. We are taking 141 people and believe it or not we still have more spots. The entire cost of the trip is $215. If you are interested in going, please sign up with a $70 deposit.

 

 

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., at the front entrance of the cafeteria. We ask that you please drop off and pick-up on time. For information, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

WINTER is HERE and the temperatures have dropped. At this time of year we are often asked to help provide shelter and warmth to those who might not be able to afford these necessities. Please remember the poor boxes at the doors of the church as you leave.

 

activities in Our Parish

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.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. Feb. 1

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.

 

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.

 

ST. JOHN LADIES’ SODALITY ... Sunday, February 1

Sodality meets for the 9:15 a.m. Mass, followed by the meeting in the parish center. All ladies of the parish are invited. For information, call Deana at 410-876-1007.

 

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.

 

HEALTH CARE MINISTRY … Wednesday, February 4

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.

 

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 at 10:15 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. to help clean the church. For information, 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.

HOW TO REGISTER at ST. JOHN PARISH: All new parishioners who wish to register at the parish are invited to receive a welcoming packet from either the Parish Office, Ushers, School, Religious Education, or Baptism Preparation Class. The welcoming packet will invite you to a “Welcoming and Registration Sunday” which will be held every 1^st Sunday of the month, from 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. At that time, interested parishioners can meet some of our parish priests and parishioners, hear about various programs, receive coupons for free Knights of Columbus breakfasts, and receive a more personal welcome into this very large and faith-filled parish. If you are interested in registering or becoming involved with this process, contact Fr. Leo in the parish office.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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. 

 

PILGRIMAGE to LOURDES … September 19-28

Sponsored by the US National Rosary Pilgrimage Office. Accompanied by an experienced medical staff to assist those who are sick or handicapped. The group will spend eight days in Lourdes, including a day trip to St. Jean de Luz. Spiritual events are scheduled through the week. Daily Mass, including Mass at the Grotto of the Apparitions will be celebrated, and pilgrims will have the opportunity to enter the Baths (Miraculous Waters) of Lourdes. For further information, call 301-530-8963.

 

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. Call 1-800-286-4224.

 

Reminders

THE DEADLINE for BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS is 12:00 noon on Monday. Please send articles via email to bulletin@sjwest.org. or you may fax them to 410-857-1519.

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

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