Mass Intentions

 Monday, September 13

      7:00 a.m.        Madeline Prager

      8:00 a.m.        Pat Definbaugh

Tuesday, September 14

      7:00 a.m.        Robert Geiser

      8:00 a.m.        Daniel O’Brien

Wednesday, September 15

      7:00 a.m.        Mark Connolle

      8:00 a.m.        James & Frances McNamara

Thursday, September 16

      7:00 a.m.       Tillie Lorek

      8:00 a.m.        John Lafferty

Friday, September 17

      7:00 a.m.       Helen McAndrew

      9:30 a.m.        Mr. & Mrs. C. Edward Cootes

Saturday, September 18

  8:00 a.m.        Jayne Pruitt

  5:00 p.m.        Lenore Dew

Sunday, September 19

      7:15 a.m.        MaryAnn Murray   

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

    11:15 a.m.        Vince Luke

      3:15 p.m.        Int. of the Poor Box Contributors

      6:00 p.m.        Gloria Bezold

 

From the Pastor

    Next Sunday is Catechetical Sunday. In our response to the great commission of Our Lord to, “Go and teach all nations,” it is essential to our parish mission, to educate our parishioner (children and adults) in the doctrine and tradition of our Faith. Through our Religious Education Ministry, our Parish School , the RCIA, the sacramental preparation programs, and Adult Religious Education opportunities, we are working together to respond to Our Lord’s commission. I deeply appreciate the dedication of our professional staff in the parish school and our religious education ministry. I am particularly grateful for the hundreds of volunteers who give so much time to both continue their personal formation in our Faith and teach in our various programs. Please join me in asking God’s blessings on our staff, teachers, volunteers and students.

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. Your RSVP is requested by calling the parish office to confirm you attendance. When calling please state your name, and the specific ministry/ministries. If you are unable to attend please indicate this, and inform your group coordinator. Please call the parish office if you need directions.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church : Matthew John Campbell, son of John & Kimberly Campbell; Sean Edward Coyne, son of Edward & Jennifer Coyne; and Mackenzie Taylor Gnau, child of William & Wendy Gnau. 

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Lenore Dew, William Amrhein, Michael Hering, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Vincent Fiora, donated by his wife Fannye.

 

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.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … September 13-19

Mon.:   1 Cor 11:17 -26,33;   Ps 40:7-10,17;   Lk 7:1-10

Tues.:  Nm 21:4-9;   Ps 78:1-2,34-38;   Phil 2:6-11;   Jn 3:13-17

Wed.:  1 Cor 12:31-13:13 ;   Ps 33:2-5,12,22;   Jn 19:25 -27

Thurs.: 1 Cor 15:1-11;   Ps 118:1-2,16-17,28;   Lk 7:36 -50

Fri.:      1 Cor 15:12 -20;   Ps 49:6-10,17-20;   Lk 8:1-3

Sat.:      1 Cor 15:35 -37,42-49;   Ps 56:10-14;   Lk 8:4-15

Sun.:     Am 8:4-7;   Ps  113:1-2,4-8;   1 Tm 2:1-8;   Lk 16:1-13

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of September 5, 2004 :

Envelopes:       $20,538.57                               Attendance:  3754

Loose:                   5,678.97                               Poor Box:   $1,998.96

TOTAL:         $26,217.54

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,871.59 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.

 

 

School News

                 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES are available in the school office.

 

PTF ~ FALL WELCOME DANCE … Saturday, October 2

From 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 midnight . At the Gamber Fire Hall. To reserve tickets, or to help, please call Debbie at 410-876-3915 or Bonnie at 410-876-7644. Tickets are $25/couple, or $15/person.

 

CARNIVAL 2005 PLANNING MEETING ... Wed., Sept. 22

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. We are asking for members to help with the Carnival Committee to plan this fun event being held May 30 – June 3, 2005 . For info call Jenny Scott at 410-239-6179.

 

 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. 

 

CATECHETICAL SUNDAY … September 19

We would like to thank all Catechists and Classroom Assistants for answering the call to share their faith with the young people of the parish. We are also thankful for many other volunteers who make our Religious Education Program successful. It could not be done without you. We ask God’s continued blessing as together we begin a new school year.

 

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.

 

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS are now on sale! Religious Ed has begun its fall fundraiser. Entertainment Books are $26.00. Please consider purchasing a book for yourself or a friend. A great Christmas gift! The Religious Ed. Programs greatly benefits from your generosity.

 

 

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 … September 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

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.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING ... Monday, Sept. 13

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. The Council welcomes your attendance and invites you to bring your concerns or comments to its attention by calling the parish office and leaving your name and phone number. A Council member will return your call.

 

BIBLE STUDY … Beginning the week of September 13

“The Letter of St. Paul to the Romans” If you are a returning member, contact your facilitator. New members should contact Bev Backof at 410-876-6275 for more information.  

 

THE ST. JOHN 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’. This topic is of much interest. 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: 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 KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS would like to sincerely thank the golfers, hole sponsors, prize donators and volunteers for making the 12^th annual St. John Charity Golf outing a tremendous success. Just under $6,000 was raised for our Youth Ministry. 

 

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. 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.

 

MARRIAGE INVESTMENT COURSE: join us for a 5-week opportunity (between Sept – Nov.) with the priest of St. John and other married couples to strengthen your marriage and your faith. The first and last sessions are dinner nights out, with a talk by one of the priest. Space is limited and we are almost at capacity (50 couples). The September 25^th opening in dinner at Paradiso is full. An additional opening night at Paradiso will be Thurs., Sept. 30^th. For more information, contact Fr. Brian at bnolan@sjwest.org.

 

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

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FAIR … Sunday, September 12

From 3- 5 p.m. at UMBC University Center , Catonsville Campus. There will be 18 area Catholic High Schools! Learn what you need to know about registration, enrollment, financial aid, open houses and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Catholic High Schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. 

   

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

 

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.

 

HEALING WOUNDS of ABORTION:  “I walked out as if nothing in my life had changed, but everything had. I felt abandoned, incredibly lonely.” If you or a friend is hurting from an abortion, please call 1-800-286-4884. Project Rachel ministry is a confidential referral line assisting men and women hurting from the trauma of abortion. Specially trained counselors and clergy can help support you through the process of healing. Upcoming special retreats for those suffering from abortion: September 17-19 ~ Newark , N.J. call 732-388-8211 and September 24-26 ~ Doylestown , PA call 877-467-3463.

 

SUPPORT VOCATIONS: Michael Corsini, our parishioner who entered the Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, can receive letters. If you wish to send him a note of encouragement the address is: St. Joseph Friary, 523 West 142^nd Street , New York , NY 10031 .

 

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.