Mass Intentions

Monday, May 10

      7:00 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

      8:00 a.m.           Daniel Salkeld

Tuesday, May 11

      7:00 a.m.           Helen Cronauer

      8:00 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

Wednesday, May 12

      7:00 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

      8:00 a.m.           Amanda Bell

Thursday, May 13

      7:00 a.m.           Int. of Lenten Appeal Advocates

      8:00 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

Friday, May 14

      7:00 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

      9:30 a.m.           Mary Diane Reusing

Saturday, May 15

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

  5:00 p.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

Sunday, May 16

      7:15 a.m.           Mother’s Day Intentions

      9:15 a.m.           Donald Gardner

    11:15 a.m.           Antoinette Rowe

      3:15 p.m.           Int. of Colleen Hattrup

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

 

From the Pastor

    Happy Mothers’ Day! This wonderful holiday provides us with opportunities to honor and acknowledge the unique and special role of our mothers. Perhaps the most important gift we can give to our mothers (living and deceased) is the gift of our prayer.  I am particularly grateful to our Westminster Council of the Knights of Columbus, who are providing potted marigolds to our mothers at all of our Masses this weekend.

    Traditionally, the Church invites us to honor the Blessed Mother in a special way throughout the month of May.  I want to thank our Sodality for coordinating our annual May procession, and thank all of the participants including; the Legion of Mary, the Knights of Columbus and our parish children. Please remember to pray the rosary for peace, especially for peace in Iraq.

 

May God bless you,

 

 

 

 

THE KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS would like to give each mother a Marigold on Mother’s Day. They ask that the youngest child be allowed to present the marigold to their mother on behalf of all the children in the family.

 

Liturgy & Worship

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 p.m.; Mondays – 1, 2 & 11 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  & 10 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

We Pray …

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Mary Wilder, Beverly Long, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Mamie Trozenza and Concetta Pantaleo, donated by Rosina and Gerry Pantaleo.

 

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursday Afternoons

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

 

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 Monday – Saturday after 8:00 a.m. Mass.

 

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: Henry Youngblood, Josephine Backert, Int. of George Thompson, Jean Rudzinski, Rosario Glorioso, Harry Rains, Int. of the Souls in Purgatory, Elmer Johnson, Helen Fuller, Veronica Shilts, Mr. McKenna, Paul Geraghty, Doris Lilley (2), Carole Pinfield, Int. of Laure Stiens, Charlotte Davis, Dorothy Wallerich, Carl Andrew Medera, Joseph Lynch, James Riner, Helen Bergen, Joseph Cinquino, Int. of Helne Brozyna, Amelia Ramos, Maureen Brothers, Carl Andrew Medera, James Riner, Kathleen Kavanagh (2), Cody Clifton (2), Arthur Falcone, Deceased Dominicans, Int. of Father Robert De Cesare, Int. of Timothy M. Kennard, John Smith (3), Anthony D’Eugenio (6), Rev. Carl Fives, George Hall Deakyne, Int. of Clark Brumbley, Diane Reusing, Int. of John Bodnar, Howard Ruark, Lena McCarthy, Benjamin Lesmiewski (2), Laurie Ganbler (4). 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … May 10-16

Mon.:   Acts 14:5-18;   Ps 115:1-5,15-16;   Jn 14:21-26

Tues.:  Acts 14:19-28;   Ps 145:10-13,21;   Jn 14:27-31

Wed.:  Acts 15:1-6;   Ps 122:1-5;   Jn 15:1-8

Thurs.: Acts 15:7-21;   Ps 96:1-3,10;   Jn 15:9-11

Fri.:      Acts 1:15-17,20-26;   Ps 113:1-8;   Jn 15:9-17

Sat.:      Acts 16:1-10;   Ps 100:2,3,5;   Jn 15:18-21

Sun.:     Acts 15:1-2,22-29;   Rv 21:10-14,22-23;   Jn 14:23-29

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of May 2, 2004

Envelopes:       $19,944.76                               Attendance:  3637

Loose:                   4,437.77                               Poor Box:   $1,965.33

TOTAL:         $24,382.53

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $25,975.85 Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,107,096          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,827,113          Pledged to date:         7,107,096

Balance:               $  1,279,983 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       399,724

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 education of Seminarians. Your generosity is appreciated!

 

THERE'S STILL TIME! Did you promise yourself that THIS Lent, you would help others...but then time just got away from you? It is still the Easter Season & there is still time to help those in need with a donation to the Lenten Appeal. Currently, only 12% of our parish families participated – please help us do better! Every gift is important = and your donation will make a difference for those in need...place it inside an envelope marked "Lenten Appeal" and drop it in the collection basket, bring it to the parish center or send checks directly to P.O. Box 64512, Baltimore, MD 21264 and mark "St John, Westminster, #3303, in the memo line of your check. Thanks for your support!

 

ESTATE PLANNING: If you were to quiz every person you know over age 50 about the importance of having a valid will in place, you would likely find 100% of them in favor of such prudent planning! Yet many people die without a will and many others depart with a will that is out-of-date or invalid. Unless we are faced with a compelling reason to act, it is simply easier to wait until a more convenient day and for many, that day never comes. Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today! Make a decision to initiate the estate-planning process now! For a free brochure on how to plan for both your family and your parish through estate planning, call the parish office 410-876-2248.

 

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% of the total sales.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

CONGRATULATIONS to all the young people who received their First Holy Communion this weekend. We pray that you will always stay close to Jesus in the Eucharist.

 

LAST CLASS REMINDER: The last day for Religious Ed. Classes is Tuesday, May 11^th and Thursday, May 13^th. Everyone is invited to the closing Mass on Thursday, May 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the church.

 

REGISTRATION FOR 2004/2005: Registration forms have been mailed to all families in the program. For those who are not already in the program, please call the Religious Ed Office to register.

NOTICE to PARENTS of FIRST GRADERS: In order for your child to enroll for second grade to prepare for Reconciliation and Eucharist, he/she must have attended the 1^st grade Religious Ed. Class. If you have any questions, please call the office.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION forms are at the doors of the church.

 

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.

 

 

 

TRIP to SIX FLAGS … Tuesday, June 15

Life Teen will have an end of the school year trip. The cost is $27.00 per person and is due by May 9 to get the discounted price. Give your money to Jordan or Scott. The whole family is invited!

STEUBENVILLE 2004: The final payment is due today, May 9. You should have received a statement, if not, or if it was incorrect, please call Jordan as soon as possible!

YOUNG APOSTLES: We would like to extend our gratitude to all the 11th and 12th graders who helped us this year as Young Apostles. Applications are now available for anyone who will be in the 11th or 12th grade next year. If you would like an application, please see Jordan or Scott, or call the Religious Ed. Office. 

 

END of the YEAR PARTY … Friday, May 28

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the St. John Cafeteria.

 

TRIP to SIX FLAGS … Tuesday, June 15

See details under Life Teen.

 

 

CAMPFIRE STORY NIGHT … Friday, May 21

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the parking lot behind the school. We will have a campfire and tons of fun. Bring a friend!

 

TRIP to SIX FLAGS … Tuesday, June 15

See details under Life Teen.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

BLESSINGS CLOSET: St. Vincent de Paul is asking for your help to assist us in supporting Shepherd’s Staff Blessing Closet. Each weekend during the month of May, please bring in the following items and put them in the baskets near the doors of the church. Most Needed: Laundry detergent, disposable diapers, bath tissue, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes. Also needed: Paper towels, napkins, tissue, all purpose cleaners, trash bags, feminine supplies, baby care items, light bulbs, and liquid food supplements. These items will be delivered to Shepherds Staff to be distributed to needy families in the Westminster area. Thank you for your continued generosity.

THE ST. JOHN SOUP KITCHEN at Ascension Episcopal Church is in need of a volunteer to assist with unloading heavy, bulk grocery items from truck to the kitchen area on Wednesdays from about 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. If interested, call Mike Radov at 410-857-9528 weekdays after 5 p.m.

 

activities in Our Parish

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.

 

IMAGE of OUR LADY of GUADALUPE … May 22 & 23

The Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be at our parish. For more information, call Inez at 410-876-1804.

 

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!

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, May 22

Couples married in May 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.

 

CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL … Friday Evenings

From 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the gym. For more information, please call Karl at 410-840-3287.

 

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 410-848-4469 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.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS … May 8/9 & 15/16 All registered parishioners sixteen years of age and older are encouraged to vote in the Pastoral Council Elections. We ask you to prayerfully consider the following candidates: Ralph Arnold, Elizabeth Belk, Kevin Devlin, Jeanne Carbo, Denise Diegel, Ned Judge, Jack Lusby, Joe Rankin, Becky Martin, Teresa Richardson, and Steve Torbeck. Detailed information regarding the candidates is posted in the entry area of the church. The ballots will be located in the pews during all Masses the weekends of May 8 & 9 and May 15 & 16. Completed ballots must be placed in the ballot boxes at the entry areas of the church prior to the conclusion of the 6:00 p.m. Mass on Sunday, May 16.

 

In our Community

BOY SCOUT 2007 GOLF TOURNAMENT … Fri., May 21

At Francis Scott Key Golf Club Lunch and Registration begins at 12 noon. The early registration fee is $75 per player or $300/ foursome. For information call Brian at 410-239-3297.

 

2004 BAKER-YINGLING-SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: The Community Foundation of Carroll County is accepting applications for the 2004 Baker-Yingling Scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide children in St. John’s basketball programs academic scholarships to high school or college. Applications are available in the Parish Center.

 

ABC CARE will be celebrating their 14^th year at our four summer camps. Each camp is unique offering weekly themes and a variety of fun, exploration and discovery. Register your child today by calling 410-751-3700.

 

At Other Parishes

MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT … Weekend of May 14

At Priestfield W. Va. For more information, call Elaine at 410-252-5355.

 

ST. AUGUSTINE ALUMNI MASS … Saturday, May 15

At 6:00 p.m. Reception to follow in the hall at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening of prayer and fellowship with other Alumni. Please R.S.V.P to Nancy Snovell at 410-465-1473 by May 1.

 

IRISH DERBY, LAOH FUNDRAISER … Sunday, May 16

At 2 p.m. at Columbus Gardens. $23 admission includes 8 races, gaming tables, deluxe platter, coffee, soda, beer and snacks. For Reservations, call 410-286-2672.

 

MAY MEDITATION RETREAT … Saturday, May 22

From 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. This day includes 3 conferences: “What is Meditation? And How to Meditate”, “Difficulties in Meditation and Meditations on the Mass”, and “Differences between Catholic–Christian Meditation, Contemplation and Eastern Forms” All are welcome and the charge is a free will donation. Please call 301-447-5318 to register for lunch or bring a bag lunch.

 

EMMITSBURG CARNIVAL … May 24 – 29

Sponsored by Mother Seton School beginning at 6;00 p.m. on May 24. Food, fun, rides and games. Call, 301-447-3161 for questions.

 

SPRING YARD SALE … May 28 & 29

At Saint Anthony Shrine in Emmitsburg. Food will be sold both days starting at 8:30 a.m. Reservation for space not needed.

 

“SHADES of IRELAND TOUR” … September 28 – October 7

Sponsored by The Cathedral of Mary our Queen. Spend 8 nights in first class hotels and enjoy full Irish breakfasts each day and most dinners including tax and tips for $2,259 per person. For questions or reservations call 410-296-8330.

 

LADIES ANCIENT ORDER of HIBERNIANS: If you are a female, 15 or older, a practicing Catholic, Irish or of Irish decent by birth or adoption, a wife or mother of an AOH member, or a mother of a member of the Junior Division, you qualify for membership. For information, call Anita Healey at 410-239-3639.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

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.

 

MSGR. O’DWYER RETREAT HOUSE RAFFLE and Silent Auction. First prize is $10,000, and 2^nd prize $2,000, and 3^rd prize of $1,500. Only 600 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $125 each and may be group purchased. Drawing will be held on Friday, June 4. For tickets or info, please call the Retreat House at 410-666-2400.