Mass Intentions

Monday, February 2

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

      8:00 a.m.           Eudora Burgoon Zirbe

Tuesday, February 3

      7:00 a.m.           Noranne Ott

      8:00 a.m.           Vicky Caulk

Wednesday, February 4

      7:00 a.m.           Robert Eyler

      8:00 a.m.           Int. of Steve & Kellie Strahotsky

Thursday, February 5

      7:00 a.m.           Howard J. Lentz

      8:00 a.m.           Andrew Drechsler, Jr.

Friday, February 6 (First Friday)    

      7:00 a.m.           Peyton & Madaline Carr

      9:30 a.m.           Elizabeth Moore

      7:00 p.m.           Hans & Mary Listfeldt

Saturday, February 7

        8:00 a.m.           C. Edward Drechsler, Sr.

        5:00 p.m.           Maggie Hunt

Sunday, February 8

      7:15 a.m.           John McNamara

      9:15 a.m.           Parishioners of St. John Parish

    11:15 a.m.           Ronald D. Perron

      3:15 p.m.           Nora Lee Perron

      6:00 p.m.           Edward L. O’Connor

 

From the Pastor

    As we participate in the national celebration of Catholic School Week, I invite you to join me in expressing appreciation and affirmation to the principal, faculty, staff and volunteers for all they do for our parish school. During the past nine years, our parish school has experienced continued growth and development. During that time, the enrollment of our school has nearly doubled, but the real story of its growth is in our continued commitment to Catholic tradition and values. I also want to thank the benefactors of our school, particularly the Alumni, and the grandparents and parents of our children. Because of their and your continued prayers and generosity we can look forward to a, “Faith-Filled Future.”

 

                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: Jacelyn Maddison Clapsadle, daughter of John & Jeri Clapsadle; and John Michael Langlois, son of John & Rebecca Langlois.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Martha Uttermohlen, Joseph Cinquino, Rose Wienholt, and for their family and friends.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … February 2 - 8

Mon.:   Mal 3:1-4;   Ps 24:7-10;   Heb 2:14-18;   Lk 2:22-40

Tues.:  2 Sm 18:9-10,14,24-25;   Ps 86:1-6;   Mk 5:21-43

Wed.:  2 Sm 24:2,9-17;   Ps 32:1-2,5-7;   Mk 6:1-6

Thurs.: 1 Kgs 2:1-4,10-12;   (Ps) 1 Chr 29:10-12;   Mk 6:7-13

Fri.:      Sir 47:2-11;   Ps 18:31,47,50-51;  Mk 6:14-29

Sat.:      1 Kgs 3:4-13;   Ps 119:9-14;   Mk 6:30-34

Sun.:     Is 6:1-2,3-8;   Ps 138:1-5,7-8;   Cor 15:1-11;   Lk 5:1-11

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of January 25, 2003:

Envelopes:       $20,113..60                              Attendance:  3457

Loose:                   4,395.32                               Poor Box:   $1,585.47

TOTAL:         $24,508.92

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,363.00. 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.

 

THANK YOU for your DONATIONS to the annual collection for the Special Care for Diocesan Priests. Total collected was $8,010.29.  

 

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, Business Manager in the Parish Center at 410-876-2248 ext. 249.  More parishioners are seeking this quick, efficient and reliable option each year! Find out for yourself! Give a call today!

 

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

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

HOME STUDY CLASSES … Wednesday, February 4

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

 

CONFIRMATION SPONSOR/CANDIDATE SESSION …

Sunday, February 8

From 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. in the Parish hall (old church). Please be on time! If we have to cancel because of inclement weather, we will notify you through WTTR. The snow date is Sun., February 15^th.

 

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.

 

ADULT CONFIRMATION: We will be offering classes to prepare adults to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation beginning in March. Our first class will be on Tuesday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. In general, the classes will be held every other Tuesday, until the Feast of Pentecost, on Sunday, May 10^th, when the candidates will be confirmed at the Cathedral of Mary our Queen, by His Eminence, William Cardinal Keeler. If you, or anyone you know is a Catholic adult who has not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation, and is interested in being Confirmed, please contact Seminarian Jim Sorra in the Parish Office.

 

PARENTS of TEENS: Still trying to figure out your teen! Beginning on Sunday, February 8 we will be starting a new group especially for parents of teenagers. The group will meet after the 6:00 p.m. Mass and will end at 8:50 p.m., on the 2^nd Sunday of each month. We will go to a local restaurant to listen to a talk and support each other in fellowship and prayer. Babysitting can be arranged. To RSVP or to learn more, contact Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office.

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 PICKUP: After Masses this weekend. Don’t forget to pick up your pre-ordered subs.

 

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.

 

 

“LEARNIN’ TO LOVE THE LITURGY” … Sunday, Feb. 8

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. We will meet in the gym. Seminarian Jim will be helping to lead this in-depth look at the Liturgy and what makes it so great! All 7^th & 8^th graders are invited!

 

TUBING at SKI LIBERTY … Friday, February 27

From 7 – 9 p.m. There are still a few spots left. This will be an outrageously great time. You must find your own transportation or carpool. RSVP by Wed., Feb 25 to Scott or Jordan.

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. from here on out! We meet in the cafeteria unless otherwise noted. In case of bad weather call the parish office or Scott Link in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEETING … Wed., February 4

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. We hope to see all members. If you would like to learn more about the work our organization does, join us at this meeting or call Patty Terrano at 410-857-1473.

 

activities in Our Parish

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.

 

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP … Sunday, February 1

Beginning at 12:00 noon in the St. Luke room of the school. This will be a special meeting. For more information, call Lawrence Solarczyk at 410-751-6477.

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.

 

CATHOLIC MEN’S FELLOWSHIP of MD CONFERENCE … Saturday, February 28^th

At 8:30 a.m. at Archbishop Curley High School. Speakers Thomas Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith. William Cardinal Keeler will celebrate Mass. The Men’s Fellowship Group of St. John’s will attend. How about you? For info, e-mail docforst@aol.com or call 410-596-0641.

 

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 choir members as well as a choir director. You need not be fluent in Spanish! If interested, please call Denise Diegel at 410-846-0860.

 

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.

 

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

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

 

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.

 

COME & SEE WEEKEND … Fri., Feb. 13  –  Sun., Feb. 15

At Mission Helpers of the Sacred Heart for single Catholic women, ages 21-40. For information, contact Sister Loretta Cornell at 410-823-8585 ext. 246.

 

ALUMNI of ST. BRIGID/BISHOP JOHN NEUMAN SCHOOL: We would like to hear from all graduates, as a celebration for the Alumni Members held on Saturday, September 25. For information, contact Helen Toporzycki at 410-675-0198.

 

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 referral service for older adults, their families and/or caregivers. 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.

 

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.