Mass Intentions

 Monday, September 6

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

      8:00 a.m.       Maureen Brothers

Tuesday, September 7

      7:00 a.m.       Grace Palaia

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Teresa Richardson

Wednesday, September 8

      7:00 a.m.       Richard Joseph Allen

      8:00 a.m.       Int. Mr. & Mrs. William Hailey

Thursday, September 9

      7:00 a.m.       Margaret Gilligan

      8:00 a.m.       Peyton & Madaline Carr

Friday, September 10

      7:00 a.m.       Ken Wetzel

      9:30 a.m.       John Lafferty

Saturday, September 11

  8:00 a.m.       Dr. Lavidia

  5:00 p.m.       George Trump

Sunday, September 12

      7:15 a.m.       Joseph Kerbe           

      9:15 a.m.       Berenice Batterden

      11:15 a.m.     Raymond Corbin

      3:15 p.m.       Maureen Brothers

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

 

From the Pastor

    I have invited the members of our Pastoral Council, the Pastoral Staff of our parish, and the president of our Parish School Board to participate in the morning Mass this Saturday. Following the Mass we will meet to review the Parish Ten Year Plan. The meeting will be facilitated by Deacon Charles Hiebler, Coordinator for Planning and Council Services for the Western Vicar (Bishop Malooly) Each committee (Liturgy, Religious Education, Outreach & Evangelization, Development and Finance & Management) will develop and present goals for the coming year. I invite and encourage parishioner participation in this process, and most especially I ask your continued prayers that we are faithful to God’s Plan and attentive to His Will in all our endeavors.

May God bless you,

 

Liturgy & Worship

PERPETUAL ADORATION!! – YOUR OPPORTUNITY to SPEND TIME with the LORD. 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 a.m.; and 12 noon, 1, 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 & 9 a.m. and 12 noon; Thursdays – 2 & 3 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Fridays – 12, 2, 3 & 9 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.

 

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.

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

From 6:45 – 9:00 p.m. in the McDaniel College Lounge. All Healthcare, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Ushers, Children’s Liturgy Leaders, Art and Environment Members, Music Ministers and Sacristans are invited and urged to attend this important spiritual event. The topic for the evening is “Improving Personal Prayer,” The presenter will be Mrs. Peggy McGrail. Registration will begin at 6:45 p.m. Parking is available in the “Theatre On The Hill” parking lot. Please RSVP by calling the Parish Office by September 10^th by leaving your name and your specific ministry or ministries. If you are unable to attend, indicate this as well as informing your group coordinator. 

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Hannah Elizabeth Kepler, daughter of Michael & Mary Beth Kepler; Grace Elizabeth McNally, daughter of William & Colleen McNally; Adriano Vincenco Purpora, child of Salvatore & Deborah Purpora; and Sarah Kristen Troll, daughter of Peter & Sylvia Troll.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Msgr. John Reinsfelder and for his family and friends.

 

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET is prayed in the church before the Blessed Sacrament each Thursday beginning at 3:00 p.m. 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: Amy Thompson, Dorothy McKenna (2), J. Edward Macatee, Jr., Elizabeth Staub, Margaret E. Collett (2), Felix Paolucci, Carole Pinfield, Int. of Sr. Marie Bernadette, John T. Watkins (2), Robert Barrett, Int. of Onna Outten, Int. of Marjie Kimble, Int. of Pat Bergland, Rose Mingone, Carl W. Wagman, Anthony Peirazio, Kenneth Wetzel (2), Donald Loveland, Frances Brazell, Linda Ann Farber, Maureen Brothers (3), Leonard Parker, Int. of The Wetzel Family, Mary Elizabeth Potthast, Bertha Sprankle, Barbara Berry, Int. of Gail Buss, Donna Teal, Francis Gamber, Int. of Howard Abraham, Robert Burgland, Ronald DiBlasio, Frank Puleo, Jane Puritt, Evelyn E. Fisher, Frances Brazell, Mary Ann Suehle,  John A. Powers, Jr., Paul J. Mignini, Int. of Ella Veditz & Family, Int. of St. John Ushers, Dorothy Pandelly, Charles Marzuleo, and Michael Joseph Potthast. 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … September 6-12

Mon.:   1 Cor 5:1-8;   Ps 5:5-6,7,12;   Lk 6:6-11

Tues.:  1 Cor 6:1-11;   Ps 149:1-6,9;  Lk 6:12-19

Wed.:  Mic 5:1-4;   Ps 13:6;   Mt 1:1-16,18-23

Thurs.: 1 Cor 8:1-7,11-13;   Ps 139:1-3,13-14;   Lk 6:27-38

Fri.:      1 Cor 9:16-19,22-27;   Ps 84:3-6,8,12;   Lk 6:39-42

Sat.:      1 Cor 10:14-22;   Ps 116:12-13,17-18;   Lk 6:43-49

Sun.:     Ex 32:7-11,13-14;   1 Tm 1:12-17;   Lk 15:1-32

 

 

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of August 29, 2004:

Envelopes:       $20,267.86                               Attendance:  3729

Loose:                   5,026.39                               Poor Box:   $1,893.58

TOTAL:         $25,294.25

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,662.04 Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

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

Paid to Date:             5,948,912          Pledged to date:         7,144,944.

Balance:               $  1,196,032 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 this 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

                 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES are available in the school office.

 

PTF ~ FALL WELCOME DANCE … Saturday, October 2

At the Gamber Fire Hall from 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 midnight.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES will begin as follows:

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.

 

 

FOURTH-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 burgers, 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 – 9:00 p.m. All 7^th & 8^th graders are invited to join us in the St. John gym for the Edge Kick-off! For info, contact Scott.

 

HASHAWA OVERNIGHT RETREAT … Fri., Sept 24 – 25

The cost of $47 includes lodging, 3 meals, and a tee shirt. There are only 40 spots available! Money and release form are due by September 14^th in the Religious Ed. Office. Get your friends and get ready for an awesome time. For information, contact Scott at slink@sjwest.org or call the Religious Ed Office.

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. In the cafeteria. For more information, contact Scott at slink@sjwest.org.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

ST. VINCENT de PAUL DAY … Sunday September 26

Members mark this day on your calendars! We will attend the 9:15 a.m. Mass together and a celebration will follow in the school cafeteria.

 

activities in Our Parish

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.

 

ST. JOHN LADIES’ SODALITY ... Sunday, September 12

Sodality meets for the 9:15 a.m. Mass, followed by the meeting in the parish center. Please note the new 2^nd Sunday of the month schedule. All ladies of the parish are invited to join us in honoring our Blessed Mother. For information, call Deana at 410-876-1007.

 

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.

JOIN CUB SCOUTS … Monday, September 13

At 7:15 p.m., boys entering grades 1^st through 4^th who are interested in becoming a Cub Scout are invited to join us. Dens meet on Mondays at St. John School during the school year, and have a full year of scouting activities. If you are unable to attend, contact Mr. David Corbin at 410-876-2703 for more information.

 

WISDOM CLUB MONTHLY MEETING … Thurs., Sept. 23

Mass will be celebrated at 12 Noon in the hall of the Ascension Episcopal Church, followed by our luncheon and meeting. Our guest speaker will be Janet Colburn, her topic, ‘Genealogy’. She was formerly with the Carroll County Library. This topic is of much interest, and hopefully she will have some pointers for those of us doing research in this fascinating field. Remember to bring your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are always welcome. For information, call Eleanor Wood at 410-876-3336. 

 

WISDOM CLUB ANNUAL RETREAT … Friday, October 22

At 9:00 a.m. at the Bon Secours Retreat Center in Marriottsville. Msgr. Art will be our retreat master. The price is $30 and is due at the September meeting. To register and for details, call Irene at 410-848-0489

 

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.

 

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.

 

ST. JOHN CYO BOYS/GIRLS TRAVEL BASKETBALL TRYOUTS:

Players in grades 4^th – 8^th interested in representing the St. John Eagles throughout the Archdiocese, may attend the following:

BOYS:

8^th Gr.      Wed., Sept. 29 and Fri., Oct. 1 ~ 5:30 – 7 p.m.

7^th Gr.      Wed., Sept. 22 and Thurs., Sept. 23 ~ 7 – 9 p.m.

6^th Gr.      Wed., Sept. 22 and Thurs., Sept. 23 ~ 5:30 – 7 p.m.

5^th Gr.      Tues., Sept. 21 and Fri., Sept. 24 ~ 5:30 – 7 p.m.

4^th Gr.      Sat., Sept. 25 9 – 11:00 a.m. & Mon., Sept. 27 5:30 – 7 p.m.

GIRLS:

8^th Gr.      Mon., Sept. 27 & Wed., Sept. 29 ~ 7 – 9 p.m.

7^th Gr.      Tues., Sept. 28 & Thurs., Sept. 30 ~ 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

6^th Gr.      Tues., Sept. 28 and Thurs., Sept. 30 ~ 7 – 9 p.m.

5^th Gr.      Tues., Sept. 28 and Thurs., Sept. 30 ~ 5:30 – 7 p.m.

4^th Gr.      Wed., Sept. 29 and Fri., Oct. 1 ~ 3:30 – 5:30 7 p.m.

All tryouts will be held at the St. John School gym. Contact Lisa Hurley for more information at 410-875-0376 or email lwhurley@hurleyir.com. There is an opening for the 4^th grade coach, if interested contact Lisa.

 

ST. JOHN PARISH CHILDREN’S CHOIR is accepting new members year round. Children in 4^th grade or older rehearse in the church Monday evenings from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., and sing on the 1^st and 3^rd Saturday at 5:00 p.m. Mass. For more information or to sign up, please call Jane Schmidt at 410-840-8616. 

 

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 SPONSORED LOAVES & FISHES Soup Kitchen at Ascension Episcopal Church is updating schedules and listings for the period Oct. 1, 2004 through March 2005. If you will not be participating, please leave a message between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. for Mike Radov at 410-857-9528. Anyone interested in participating, please call 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.

 

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 ~

PLANNING MEETING …  Wednesday, September 15

From 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the parish center. Have a great time and join the 51^st Annual Christmas Bazaar volunteer staff! There are many opportunities to meet or renew friendships. Other meetings will be October 20 and November 17. For information call John Parish, General Chairman at (w) 410-848-1151 or (h) 410-848-3970.

 

In our Community

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. To volunteer, please call 717-642-9062.

Vocations/Archdiocese

HEALING VOICES WORKSHOP … Sat., Sept. 11

From 8:30 – 3:00 p.m., 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. For info call Ms. Austin at 301-788-2663.

 

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.

 

CHURCH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE will begin fall courses the week of September 19. The CORE Registration deadline is September 15.

 

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.