Mass Intentions

Monday, April 19

      7:00 a.m.           Marjorie B. Case

      8:00 a.m.           Irene Howe

Tuesday, April 20

      7:00 a.m.           Mary Diane Reusing

      8:00 a.m.           Martin McHugh

Wednesday, April 21

      7:00 a.m.           Catherine Janocha

      8:00 a.m.           Raphael Schreiber

Thursday, April 22

      7:00 a.m.           Ed & Nell Judge

      8:00 a.m.           Karen Knight

Friday, April 23

      7:00 a.m.           Marie Hamburg

      9:30 a.m.           Vera Schwessinger

Saturday, April 24

  8:00 a.m.           For an end to abortion

  5:00 p.m.           Benedetta & Ronald DiBlasio

Sunday, April 25

      7:15 a.m.           Michael Kec

      9:15 a.m.           Mildren Steeber

    11:15 a.m.           Stephanie Budosh

      3:15 p.m.           Lola Myers

      6:00 p.m.           Parishioners of St. John Parish 

 

From the Pastor

    Please join me in congratulating and welcoming the 23 adults who were received into the Church at our Easter Vigil. They are among the more than 170,000 adults who were received into the Catholic Church this past Easter in the United States. I am particularly grateful to the members of our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Team and their sponsors for all their work, prayers and sacrifices. There are an additional 18 adults currently preparing to be received into the Church on the feast of Christ the King, November 21^st. If you know of any adults who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Church, please invite them to contact the parish office or a member of our pastoral staff.

    Your continued generosity to our parish, and especially this Easter Sunday is deeply appreciated. Your continued support of the mission of our parish St. Vincent de Paul Society through donations to the Poor Box, is a wonderful witness to the Gospel. I also want to thank all who have responded to this year’s Lenten Appeal and prayerfully encourage others to help us reach our parish goal.

                May God bless you,

 

 

 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY … April 18

The 11:15 a.m. Mass will conclude with The Divine Mercy Chaplet and Benediction. Join us for this beautiful devotion on the day chosen by our Lord to commemorate His Merciful Love for the whole world. Instructions will be provided…Bring your rosaries.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – Midnight, 2,3, & 8 a.m.; and 12 noon, 6, & 7 p.m.; Mondays – 1, 2 & 9 a.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 7 a.m. and 1 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1,2 & 3 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Thursdays – 2 a.m. and 12:00 noon, 1 & 3 p.m.; Fridays – 12 midnight, 2&3 a.m., and 12 noon & 1 p.m.; Saturdays – 1,2 & 3 a.m.; and 1,2,3 & 9 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

We Pray …

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Robert T. Murphy, John Joseph Moody, and for their family and friends.

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

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

 

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursday Afternoons

Beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the church the Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed before the Blessed Sacrament and ending with Benediction.  All are welcome to attend.

 

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: Irvin Constantine, Int. of Scott King, Ann Gochnour, George Eckard, Victoria L. Burton, Darleane Brammer, Catherine Bettaliater, Ann Lane, David Withdll, Thomas Lamana, Janet Konerth, Tomislav Gasparic, Michaeleene Loven, Evelyn Whitecabbage, Paul Kline, Concetta T. Campagna, Paul Zinn, Winifred Lange, Parker Alan Tucker Meg Claire Mitchell, Kathleen Kavanagh, Hilda Dunnock (2), Josephine Backert, Bob Ferguson, Donald Brewer, Douglas Barlett (4), Patricia Rocks (2), Anna Radaelli, John C. Smith (3), Patricia Cronin (2), Donald Rowe, Jack Scott, and James Eakle.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … April 19-25

Mon.:   Acts 4:23-31;   Ps 2:1-9;   Jn 3:1-8

Tues.:  Acts 4:32-37;   Ps 93:1-2,5;   Jn 3:7-15

Wed.:  Acts 5:17-26;   Ps 34:2-9;   Jn 3:16-21

Thurs.: Acts 5:27-33;   Ps 34:2,9,17-20;   Jn 3:31-36

Fri.:      Acts 5:34-42;   Ps 27:1,4,13-14;   Jn 6:1-15

Sat.:      Acts 6:1-7;   Ps 33:1-2,4-5,18-19;   Jn 6:16-21

Sun.:     Acts 5:27-32,40-41;  Ps 30:P2,4-6;  Rv 5:11-14;  Jn 21:11-19

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of April 11, 2004

Envelopes:       $55,208.46                               Attendance: 

Loose:                 12,564.13                               Poor Box:   $2,769.73

TOTAL:         $67,772.59

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $26,087.64 Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,102,052          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,811,250          Pledged to date:         7,102,052

Balance:               $  1,290,802            Interest Earned:            549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       404,768

 

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.

 

THERE’S STILL TIME! Please help those in need with a contribution to the Lenten Appeal – it’s not too late and your donation CAN make a difference! Place your donation in an envelope marked “Lenten Appeal” and put it in the collection basket; bring it to the parish center; or send checks to P.O. Box 64512, Baltimore, Maryland 21264. Thank You!

 

School News

 

REMINDER: Grocery Certificates, Kohl's & Boscov’s Gift Cards are available in the front of school each morning and in the school office. The school makes 5% off the total sales.

 

ST. JOHN SCHOOL DANCE & SILENT AUCTION …

Friday, April 23 From 8 – 12 midnight at Historic Roop’s Mill. Tickets are now available! Tickets are $25/$40 per couple. Over 100 live and silent auction items. Tickets will be available after Masses this weekend, April 17 & 18 or in the school office. For other arrangements please call, Sheri at 410-833-6197.

 

SPRING PLANT SALE ~ PICK UP … Friday, April 30

From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the school parking lot. Additional plants will be available, Saturday, May 1, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon at the Carroll Plaza Shopping Center. For information, call Diane at 410-876-8239 or Joy at 410-848-2690. 

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

PRACTICE for FIRST HOLY COMMUNION will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the church on the following days.

Monday, April 26             for the May 1^st at 10:00 a.m. ceremony 

Wednesday, April 28      for the May 1^st at 12:30 p.m. ceremony

Monday, May 3               for the May 8^th at 10:00 a.m. ceremony

At least one parent must attend with their child.

 

CONGRATULATIONS to all the Confirmation students who were Confirmed this weekend! May the Holy Spirit continue to bless you as you continue your faith journey.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be the week of June 21. We are in need of 4 more teachers, an adult for craft, snack and babysitting, as well as other areas. Please call the Religious Ed. Office if you can help.

 

 

 

VOCATION AWARENESS NIGHT … Sunday, May 2

Fr. Gerry Francik, Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese, will celebrate the 6:00 p.m. Mass and stay for the Life Night. Several men and women Religious will join Fr. Gerry. 

 

AMC BOWLING NIGHT … Friday, April 23

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Thunderhead Bowling Lanes in Taneytown. Grab your friends and call Scott to sign up for a lane. Parents drop off and pick up at Thunderhead. For more information, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. We meet in the cafeteria. Parents please drop and pick your children up on time! For info, contact Scott in the Religious Ed. Office. 

 

activities in Our Parish

CATHOLIC HOME SCHOOL MEETING ...Thurs., April 22

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. All interested are invited to attend. For more information, call Donna Brown at 410-848-0905.

 

MARRIED COUPLE’S DATE NIGHT OUT … Sat., April 24 From 6 – 9 p.m. in the St. Theresa Room in the parish center.  

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, April 24

Couples married in April 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.

 

WISDOM CLUB MEETING … Thursday, April 22

In the hall of the Ascension Episcopal Church on Court Street. Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon, followed by lunch and the meeting. Our speaker is Ms. Catherine Baty, from Carroll County Historical Society. Her topic “Images from the Past” is sure to bring back memories. Remember to bring you brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are always welcome. For information, call Eleanor at 410-875-3336.

 

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, April 27

Discussion will be at 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. Sign-up by email at: filiaemariae@sjwest.org or call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250. The book selections are; “Practice of the Presence of God” by Brother Lawrence, “Finding God’s Will for You” by St. Frances de Sales, and “Surprised by Trust” edited by Patrick Madrid. Books may be purchased at Little Rose of Sharon.

 

LECTOR’S LIGHTHOUSE MEETING … Thursday, April 29

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the church. All current lectors or those interested in becoming lectors are invited to attend an evening of reflection of the Word and introduction to being a lector, practice and fellowship. For further information, or to RSVP to Chuck Minchik at 410-259-5157.

 

NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP … Saturday, May 1

We depart St. John at 6:00 a.m. and return approximately 10:00 p.m. The cost is $49 per person, which covers the bus, and light snacks for the ride up. Come join us for an exciting day to the Big Apple! For reservations, call Paul in the Religious Educations Office.

 

 

ANNUAL MAY PROCESSION … Sunday, May 2

Procession will begin at 1:00 p.m. from the school cafeteria. St. John Ladies Sodality invite all parishioners to participate in this special day to honor our Blessed Mother Mary as we crown her Queen of Heaven and Earth. First Communicants may wear their First Communion attire. All participants should meet in the cafeteria at 12:45 p.m. for the procession. Refreshments will be served immediately following in the cafeteria. For information, call Martha Murphy at 410-875-2579.

 

ANNUAL GROTTO PILGRIMAGE … Thursday, May 6

Join the Wisdom Club for this annual pilgrimage. Msgr. Art will celebrate Mass in the Grotto Chapel at 10:30 a.m. followed by lunch at the Cozy Restaurant. The cost is $15 per person. Transportation is by private automobile. Deadline for reservations is May 3 by calling Irene at 410-848-0489.

 

SPEND a DAY at the TRACK … Saturday, May 15

For the 129^th running of the Preakness Stakes. Ushers are needed to assist patrons during the all-day event. It is a great way to see the race! Volunteers will receive a free golf shirt, baseball cap and lunch. In addition, the Preakness staff will make a donation to the St. John Building Fund for all volunteers over the age of 18. A free bus will leave St. John at 7:00 a.m. and return at 7:00 p.m. Please call Rich at 410-751-5258 for more details.

 

K of C ANNUAL GOLF OUTING … Friday, August 20

At the Links at Gettysburg. The cost is $100 per player with all proceeds going the St. John Youth Ministry. There will be many more “Hole in One” prizes and many other awards. For information and reservations call, John Stephens at 410-848-3722 or Dean Ditman at 410-848-5579. Last year was a sell out!

 

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).

 

MEMORIAL BRICKS can be purchased from April 2 through June 12. You can honor a person or family member or memorialize a loved one. The costs of the bricks are: $75 for 4 x 8 and a limited number of 8 x 8 for $150. 4 x 8 forms are available at the parish office; please call Kathy Duex at 410-84-4469 for an 8 x 8 form. The bricks from the last campaign will be installed this spring. All proceeds go toward furnishing the church.

 

PARENTS of COLLEGE AGED STUDENTS: As we begin to prepare for Life Teen’s 10 year anniversary kick off on July 24 & 25 we are trying to locate young people who have participated in Life Teen. Please email Paul at pgallagher@sjwest.org with the name, current address and phone number, we would like to send them an invitation.

 

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.

THREE MARY’S CD’S are still available. $14 each. To get your copy call, 410-751-6106.

 

At Other Parishes

PILGRIMAGE to PHILADELPHIA … Friday, April 30

Departing Sacred Heart in Glyndon at 8:30 a.m. and returning at 5:30 p.m. The day begins at the National Shrine of Saint John Neumann, followed by lunch at Pen Ryn mansion and ending with the Saint Katharine Drexel National Shrine. The cost is $45 per person. For information, contact Margaret Myers at 410-526-1444.

 

ROSARY WALK to GROTTO of LOURDES … Sat., May 8

Father Jack Lombardi, chaplain of the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, in Emmitsburg, will lead the annual “Walk with Jesus and Mary”. Beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Basilica of Saint Elizabeth Anne Seton Shrine, followed by the Rosary Walk at 10:15 a.m. The walk will last approximately 1½ hours. Pilgrims will have an opportunity at attend Holy Mass followed by procession and crowning of Our Lady at the Grotto. Families and individuals are welcome to bring a picnic lunch. For additional information, contact Fr. Lombardi at 301-447-5318.

 

MARRIED COUPLES RETREATS will be held at Priestfield Retreat Center, W.Va., on the following dates: ■ May 14-16. For info, call Elaine at 410-252-5355.

 

Reminders

HOW TO REGISTER at this 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, at 10:30 to 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.

 

THE DEADLINE for BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS is 12:00 noon each Monday of the week prior. All announcements are requested in writing. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org. Thank you.

 

ALTAR FLOWER MEMORIALS: Our parish invites memorial donations for altar flowers. You may wish to memorialize a deceased loved one, commemorate an anniversary, etc. Your name and the intention will be included in the bulletin the weekend your flowers are placed on the altar. Call the parish office to schedule.

 

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.

 

THE ROSARY PRAYED at a FUNERAL HOME for a deceased loved one is a service offered to parishioners of St. John by the Ladies Sodality. Please contact the parish office.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

VOCATION AWARENESS … Sunday, May 2

During the 6:00 p.m. Mass. Attention teenagers! Fr. Jerry Francik will talk about vocations. Following Mass you will have a change to hear testimonies and meet many different types of religious brothers and sisters. You do not have to be in Life Teen to come.

 

MARRIAGE – A VOCATION TO HOLINESS: Married couples experiencing some difficulties in the marriage, but willing to put their best effort into living their vows, are encouraged to participate in a retreat called “Retrouvaille” on May 14 –16 and September 10-12. For information, please call 410-647-0350.

 

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.

 

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.