Mass Intentions

 Monday, August 30

      7:00 a.m.       Frank Puleo              

      8:00 a.m.       Pat Defibaugh

Tuesday, August 31

      7:00 a.m.       Rose Esposito

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Clotilde Drechsler

Wednesday, September 1

      7:00 a.m.       Ron Frederick

      8:00 a.m.       John Lafferty

Thursday, September 2

      7:00 a.m.       William Rippel, Sr.

      8:00 a.m.       Jayne Pruitt

Friday, September 3 (First Friday)

      7:00 a.m.       Elizabeth Ward

      9:30 a.m.       Mildred Brink

      7:00 p.m.       Dominic Guerrieri

Saturday, September 4

  8:00 a.m.       Phillip Vaio

  5:00 p.m.       Int. of Irene Wheeler

Sunday, September 5

      7:15 a.m.       Parishioners of St. John Parish

      9:15 a.m.       Walter Majcharzak

      11:15 a.m.     John F. Jordan

      3:15 p.m.       Daniel Piroddi

      6:00 p.m.       Joseph Mazyrak

 

From the Pastor

    As the new school year begins, please join me in welcoming back our students, teachers, administrators and volunteers. Let us extend a special welcome to our new students and their families and to the new teachers in our parish school. The beginning of the new school year corresponds to the start of the new ministry year. Please take extra caution while driving through our parking lots and roadways and cooperate with the parish procedures for discharging passengers, keeping the fire-lanes open and parking in designated areas. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

    The new school year is also an opportunity to renew our commitment to pray for all the children of our parish, and those who will teach them. Let us pray for God’s grace and blessings and His wisdom and protection.

 

 

ay God bless you,

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

FIRST FRIDAY MASSES ... September 3

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.

 

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTION Following the 8:00 a.m. Mass and Rosary. Please pick up a folder with the prayers and come to the front pews. Everyone interested in the devotion is welcome to join in prayer.

PERPETUAL ADORATION!! – YOUR OPPORTUNITY to SPEND TIME with the LORD. The following hour has no scheduled adorer: Friday at 9:00 a.m. Please Help! The following hours have one scheduled adorer, but we would like to have at least one more for each hour: Sundays – 12, 1, 3, 7 & 8 a.m.; and 12 noon 6, 8 & 9 p.m.; Mondays – 1, 2 & 11 a.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 6 a.m. and 9 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1, 2, 3, 4 & 7 a.m. and 12 noon; Thursdays – 2, 3 & 5 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Fridays – 12, 2, & 3 a.m., and 12 noon; Saturdays – 1, 2, 3 & 8 a.m.; and 12 noon, 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 10  & 11 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

HEALTHCARE & LITURGICAL MINISTERS EVENING OF RECOLLECTION …  Monday, September 20

From 6:45 – 9:00 p.m. in the McDaniel College Lounge. All Healthcare and Liturgical Ministers are asked to reserve this night for an evening of recollection: Healthcare, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Ushers, Children’s Liturgy Leaders, Art and Environment Members, Music Ministers and Sacristans. The topic for the evening is “Improving Personal Prayer,” The presenter will be Mrs. Peggy McGrail. The evening will be one that will afford liturgical ministers the opportunity for spiritual growth as well as an occasion to enjoy being with one another. Liturgical Ministers will receive a letter in early September.

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY of the WORD is seeking additional volunteers. Adults as well as older teens are welcome to join this ministry for the children of the parish. If you are able to help or would like more info, contact Nancy Merrill at 410-876-2173.

 

We Pray …

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Mary Jordan, William Rippons, Grace Palaia, James Eichelman, Felya Polinsky, Paschal Marketti, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are donated by The Peregoy family in honor of June Jenkins.  

 

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursday Afternoons

Beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the church.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … Aug. 30 – Sept. 5

Mon.:   1 Cor 2:1-5;   Ps 119:97-102;   Lk 4:16-30

Tues.:  1 Cor 2:10-16;   Ps 145:8-14;  Lk 4:31-37

Wed.:  1 Cor 3:1-9;   Ps 33:12-15,20-21;   Lk 4:38-44

Thurs.: 1 Cor 3:18-23;   Ps 24:1-6;   Lk 5:1-11

Fri.:      1 Cor 4:1-5;   Ps 37:3-6,27-28,37-40;   Lk 5:33-39

Sat.:      1 Cor 4:6-15;   Ps 145:17-21;   Lk 6:1-5

Sun.:     Wis 9:13-18;   Phlm 9:10,12-17;   Lk 14:25-33

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of August 22, 2004:

Envelopes:       $18,029.45                               Attendance:  3656

Loose:                   5,191.41                               Poor Box:   $1,907.55

TOTAL:         $23,220.86

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,583.02 Thank you.

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,144,944          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,942,080          Pledged to date:         7,144,944.

Balance:               $  1,202,864 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       361,876

 

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 next weekend is The Annual collection for the works of the Holy Father, also known as Peter’s Pence. Your generosity is most appreciated.

 

School News

                 

CAFETERIA MENU …  Monday, August 30

Turkey Wrap with lettuce $1.25 and Chocolate Pudding $.40.

 

PTF ~  FALL WELCOME DANCE … Saturday, October 2

At the Gamber Fire Hall from 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 midnight, hosted by the St. John School PTF. More information to be forwarded through school. 

 

INNISBROOK SCHOOL SUPPLIES: Students who ordered school supplies in the spring through the Innisbrook program will receive their orders on the first day of school in their classroom.

 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES & GIFT CARDS may be purchased in the parish office during the summer months on Monday – Friday, from 9 – 12:00 noon.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION BEGINNING of the YEAR PARENT MEETINGS will be held as follows:

Tuesday Students  ~ Tuesday, August 31 at 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. Thursday Students ~ Thursday, September 2 at 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. All meetings will begin in the Parish Hall (old church) and will last approximately 1 hour. Please come to the session you requested on your registration form or your second choice if, you were notified by the Religious Ed Office of that change.

 

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES will begin as follows:

Home Study ~ Wednesday, September 1, 6:45 – 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday Sessions ~ September 14, 4:30 – 5:45  & 6:45 – 8:00 p.m.

Thursday Sessions ~ September 16, 4:30 – 5:45 & 6:45 – 8:00 p.m.

Confirmation Classes begin in November. 

 

TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS are still NEEDED:  Thank you to those who have answered the call to volunteer: however we still need several teachers and assistants. Please call the Religious Education Office as soon as possible if you can help.

 

 

 

 

HOLY HOUR …  Sunday, August 29

Adoration and prayer for the new school year intentions! Parents can drop off at the cafeteria and pick up at the church at 9:00 p.m.

 

FORTH-ANNUAL LABOR DAY PICNIC … Sun., Sept. 5

After the 6:00 p.m. Mass All families are invited to share in the day. Bring your own hot dogs and burger, and a side dish to share. We provide the paper products! If you have a grill to bring or can help cook, please call Jordan.

 

LIFE TEEN KICK-OFF … Sunday, September 12

After the 6:00 p.m. Mass Prepare to be amazed with a fall kick-off like no other, with food and fun, and don’t forget your friends. Whoever brings the most friends gets a prize!

 

 

THE EDGE KICK-OFF … Sunday, September 12

From 7:30 – 9 p.m. All 7^th & 8^th graders join us for a great time!

 

HASHAWA OVERNIGHT RETREAT … Fri., Sept 24 – 25

The cost of $47 includes lodging, 3 meals, and a tee shirt. Call or email (slink@sjwest.org) Scott for more information!

 

 

YOUTH ALIVE KICK-OFF … Friday, September 3

All 5^th and 6^th graders are invited to join us for an incredible night!

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEETING … Wed., September 1

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 this organization does, join us at this meeting or call Patty Terrano at 410-857-1473.

 

activities in Our Parish

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION … Tues., Aug. 31

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. The books are: “Courage to be Catholic” by George Weigel, “A light in the darkness, the life of Elizabeth Leseur”; and “Decoding Davinci” by Amy Welborn. Please choose one book to read. Although registration is requested, it is not required. Contact Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. Sept. 5

From 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. in the St. Luke room in the school. If you are interested in becoming a member of St. John Parish or just interested in knowing how to get involved in the parish, please attend this registration session.

 

BOYS BASKETBALL (K-9) REGISTRATION will be held in the old church on: Sat., Sept. 11^th, 6–8 p.m.; Sun., Sept. 12^th, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; and Sat., Sept. 18^th, 2–5 p.m. The registration fee is $30/child or $50 for two or more children. For info contact: Kevin Bowers (K-2^nd) at 410-848-8397; Larry Baker (3^rd) at 410-876-1657; Bo Yingling (4^th) at 410-876-1162; Andy Yingling (5-6^th) at 410-857-5308; Art Zaph (7-9^th) at 410-848-0485.

BIBLE STUDY … Beginning the week of September 13

The fall/winter session will be the study of “The Letter of St. Paul to the Romans” using the Ignatius Study Bible and Audiotapes with commentary by Scott Hahn. There are a variety of groups and times available. If you are a returning member, contact your facilitator. New members should contact Bev Backof at 410-876-6275 for more information. “If we have died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with him.”  Romans 6:8.  

 

THE NEXT BLOODMOBILE … Monday, September 13

From 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. We collected 86 pints in July thanks to all the donors especially the young people and 5 first-time donors. If you can help make phone calls or would like to make an appointment, please call Ted Cook at 410-876-2107.

 

MARRIAGE INVESTMENT COURSE … Saturday, Sept. 25

Kickoff at 7:00 p.m. with the opening talk, wine and cheese. Sponsored by Filiae Mariae. Mark your calendars now for you and your husband to attend this parish-wide 6-week event. More information to come regarding registration.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY CERAMIC TILE & BOOK/VIDEO:  Are available for purchase in the parish office Monday – Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call the parish office for more information.

 

PERMANENT PAID ADULT BABYSITTER is needed for the St. John Nursery every Sunday from 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. If interested, please contact Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790.

 

THE BAPTISM MINISTRY is in need of volunteers to assist once a month at the weekly Baptisms held each Saturday at 10:30 a.m. It is a rewarding experience to participate in this beautiful Sacrament. For information, call Mary Allen at 410-857-3703.

 

THE ST. JOHN SCHOOL PTF SPONSORED FLEA MARKET originally scheduled for September 11^th will not be held this year due to changes in their fundraisers.

 

THE LEGION of MARY invites you to visit one of its adult or junior groups. Junior Legion meets Fridays at 3:00 p.m.; evening Legion meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; and daytime Legion meets Monday mornings. The Legion is open to men, women, and children who want to deepen their Catholic faith and find meaningful ways to express this in the community. Please call Inez at 410-876-1804 for more information.

 

ST. JOHN MARRIED COUPLES: When was the last time you spiritually invested in your marriage? Beginning September 25^th Fr. Brian will host a night out at Paradiso Ristorante to kick off a four-session opportunity (during Oct – Nov) to grow stronger in your love for one another and your faith. Space is limited! Call or email Fr. Brian for more information and sign-up.

 

MEMORIAL BRICKS: A fall campaign will run from September 1 through January 30, 2005. During this campaign, purchase any of the four small crosses of 8x8 bricks for only $600 a savings of $150. The five brick groupings each form a small cross at different locations near the larger cross. Contact Kathy Duex at 410-848-4469 for details and/or your 8x8 brick forms. The 4x8 bricks are $75 and the 8x8 bricks are $150. Thanks to all who have participated in the brick campaign.

ITEMS LEFT at the PARISH PICNIC: If you lost something contact Betty Belk at 410-876-9032 to arrange pick-up.

 

PRO LIFE: Connect with the St. John Pro-Life group. If you want to be informed of parish, community, national events and legislative issues, send your email address to Joanne at stjohnprolife@aol.com or call 876-7984 for further information.

 

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.

 

Christmas Bazaar News

~ Saturday, December 4 ~

FOR A GOOD TIME, join the 51^st Annual Christmas Bazaar volunteer staff! There are many opportunities to meet or renew friendships…for a good cause. The meeting schedule is September 15, October 20 and November 17, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the parish office. For information call John Parish, General Chairman at (w) 410-848-1151 or (h) 410-848-3970.

 

In our Community

FAMILY CONCERT  …   Sunday, August 29

At 2:00 p.m. at Gathering Grounds Coffee House. Salvation’s Promise, a contemporary Christian recording group, will hold a free public concert. The group will provide an uplifting program of original contemporary Christian songs. The Gathering Grounds is located next to Coffey Music in the Sherwood Parking lot. For info, contact Thom Biden at 410-876-3089 or email at magicman700s@aol.com.

 

THE MUSIC MAN presented by September Song, Community Theater at Westminster High School. September 17, 18, 24, and 25 at 8:00 p.m. Proceeds will go to Change, Inc. and the Carroll County Therapeutic Recreation Council. For tickets or information, call Kris Froehlich at 410-876-2179.

 

LEARN ENGLISH! Register for ESOL Classes. Classes are forming in Westminster, Sykesville, and Manchester and are offered at all levels…Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced. For more information, call Becki Maurio at 410-386-8021.

 

MISSION of MERCY, a non-profit community-based organization is looking for dentists and nurses to volunteer one Wednesday per month at their Westminster site or one Tuesday per month in Reisterstown. Mission of Mercy’s mission is to restore dignity to the sick, poor, homeless and uninsured by providing free medical and dental care. This mission is accomplished through a mobile clinic that is operated by a team of volunteer, healthcare workers. To volunteer, please call 717-642-9062.

 

HEALING VOICES WORKSHOP … Sat., Sept. 20

Healing Voices Inc. will be sponsoring a workshop for survivors of clergy sexual abuse at the UMBC Technology Campus in Baltimore. The speaker, Elizabeth Vermilyea, has a wonderful reputation in Baltimore and beyond. She is the author of Growing Beyond Survival. The event is free. Registration is required.

 

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

TRAVELING CHALICE PROGRAM: Each week a St. John family receives the chalice and the commission at Mass to pray for vocations. To sign up, call Mrs. 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 caregivers. Referral specialists listen to questions and concerns and can help to identify the specific types of services needed, and provide referrals. Call Answers for the Aging at 410-646-0100 or 1-800-502-7587.

 

PROJECT RACHEL is a program of counseling, compassion and healing for women and men who have been involved in an abortion. Completely confidential, and directed by priests. Call 1-800-286-4224 for a referral.

 

At Other Parishes

THE GREAT BIBLE ADVENTURE SEMINAR … Sept. 10-11

At St. Louis Church, in Clarksville. Developed by renowned Bible teacher and Catholic television personality Jeff Cavins this seminar will help you understand the “big picture” of God’s plan and see how the people, places, and events of the Bible fit into it. Registration is $40 and includes seminar workbook, Bible Timeline chart, memory aids and lunch. Register online at www.stlouisbibleseminar.org or by calling 301-604-1393

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