Mass Intentions

 Monday, September 27

      7:00 a.m.        Peyton and Madaline Carr

      8:00 a.m.        Maureen Brothers

Tuesday, September 28

      7:00 a.m.        Marjorie B. Case

      8:00 a.m.        Int. of Gail Buss

Wednesday, September 29

      7:00 a.m.        Benedetta Di Blasio

      8:00 a.m.        Edward J. Heine

Thursday, September 30

      7:00 a.m.        Int. of Poor Box Contributors

      8:00 a.m.        Eric Gayo

Friday, October 1 (First Friday)

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

      8:00 a.m.        Stephanie Budosh

      7:00 p.m.        Michael Walsh

Saturday, October 2

  8:00 a.m.        Int. of Joann Hunter

  5:00 p.m.        David Weidner

Sunday, October 3

      7:15 a.m.        Grace Palaia

      9:15 a.m.        Lenore Dew

    11:15 a.m.        Rosario Maranto

      3:15 p.m.        Paul Geraghty

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

 

From the Pastor

    Many of our parishioners have already noticed the recent additions to the narthex of our church. The figure of the Risen Christ which hung over the back wall of the sanctuary of our previous church from 1972 until 1993 has been placed on the wall over the southeast entrance. The crucifix that was in the vestibule of our old church on Main Street from 1865 until 1968 has been placed on the wall over the northwest entrance. Work on the memorial walls, recognizing our donors and benefactors will begin soon. During the next several weeks, letters will be sent to all donors so that we can review the names and spelling. Thank you for your patience during this process. Yes, there are many memorial opportunities available and there is both the time and need for additional pledges and donations. Thank you for all your prayers and sacrifices.

May God bless you,

 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

FIRST FRIDAY MASSES ... October 1

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.

CHILDREN’S LITURGY ... Sunday, October 3

The 9:15 a.m. Mass will be a children’s liturgy.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION!! – YOUR OPPORTUNITY to SPEND TIME with the LORD. The Monday 11 p.m. , hour has no scheduled adorer. Will someone please adopt this orphaned hour? The following hours have one scheduled adorer, but we would like to have at least two for each hour: Sundays – 12, 3, & 8 a.m.; and 12 noon, 6, 8 & 9 p.m.; Mondays – 1, 2 & 11 a.m.; Tuesdays – 3 a.m. and 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1, 2, 3, 7 & 9 a.m. and 12 noon; Thursdays – 2, 3 & 6 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.

 

MUSICIANS & VOCALISTS: Please consider sharing your gifts with our parish! The 9:15 a.m. Sunday Mass music group needs a bass guitar player, and the 11:15 Mass Choir needs vocalists, especially bass voices. Please call Ms. McCurdy at 410-876-3850.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church : Brian Alexander Balbuena Sarabia, son of Miguel & Herminia Balbuena; Seth Dakota Goldsmith, son of Daniel & Tonya Goldsmith; and Nicholas Allen Hoeflich, son of Jeffery & Angela Hoeflich.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Elsie Taylor, Regine Brown, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are donated by husband Ted Murray in loving memory of his wife MaryAnn.

 

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.

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

Immediately following the 8:00 a.m. Mass.

 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … Sept. 27 – Oct. 2

Mon.:   Jb 1:6-22;   Ps 17:1-3,6-7;   Lk 9:46-50

Tues.:  Jb 3:1-3,11-17,20-23;   Ps 88:2-8;   Lk 9:51-56

Wed.:  Dn 7:9-10,13-14;   Ps 138:1-5;   Jn 1:47-51

Thurs.: Jb 19:21-27;   Ps 27:7-9,13-14;   Lk 10:1-12

Fri.:      Jb 38:1,12-21;40:3-5;  Ps 139:1-3,7-10,13-14;  Lk 10:13-16

Sat.:      Jb 42:1-3,5-6,12-17; Ps 119:66,71,75,91,125,130; Mt 18:1-5,10

Sun.:     Hb 1:2-3;2:2-4;   2 Tm 1:6-8,13-14;   Lk 17:5-10

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of September 19, 2004 :

Envelopes:       $20,635.32                               Attendance:  3817

Loose:                   5,713.52                               Poor Box:   $2,022.13

TOTAL:         $26,348.84

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $24,980.48 Thank you.

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,145,059          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,961,192          Pledged to date:         7,145,059.

Balance:               $  1,183,867 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       361,761

 

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.

 

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DONORS: We have begun sending letters to verify the names and/or wording that will appear on the memorial plates to be displayed in the narthex of the church. It might take several months to contact everyone, Thank you for your patience.

School News

                 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES are available in the school office.

 

ST. JOHN SCHOOL IS SEEKING A FULL-TIME NURSE: Send Resume to: Ms. Patricia Brink, Principal, 45 Monroe Street , Westminster , MD 21157

 

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.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

HOME-STUDY CLASSES … Wednesday, October 6^th.

Beginning at 6:45 p.m.

 

NOTICE to PARENTS of children preparing for Reconciliation. Letters went out inviting parents to a meeting on either, Tues., Oct. 12 or Thurs., Oct. 14 both at 6:45 in the school cafeteria. If you did not receive this letter, please call the Religious Ed. Office.

 

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. Program greatly benefits from your generosity.

 

 

LIFE NIGHT … Sunday, September 26

After the 6:00 p.m. Mass we will meet in the gym.

 

LECTOR TRAINING … Sunday, September 26

Immediately after the 6:00 p.m. Mass in the church for teens interested in becoming a Lector for the 6:00 p.m. Mass.

 

 

PRAY for ME … Sunday, October 3

After the 6:00 p.m. Mass, this Life Night will focus on ways teens can improve their prayer life. Please join us in the cafeteria to start.

 

VOCATION APPRECIATION DINNER … Sunday, Oct. 17

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Bring your family and a dish to share as we take time to recognize our priests, deacons, seminarians and Sr. Bernadette. Without a doubt, these holy people have made an incredible difference in our lives, and its time to honor them! THE ENTIRE PARISH IS INVITED! After dinner we will have a ceremony to recognize the hard work these religious men and women do to serve us! If your dish needs to be kept warm, please drop it by the cafeteria between 5:15 and 5:45 p.m.

 

SERVICE OPPORTUNITY : If you need service hours, the Sunday Nursery is in need of volunteers to help from 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. every Sunday. Call Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790.

 

 

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 *

“Love has no meaning if it isn’t shared, Love has to be put into action” Mother Teresa  Help St. Vincent de Paul Society live these words through you donations to the poor boxes. We share your love and resources with the poor of Carroll County . God Bless you for your generosity.

 

activities in Our Parish

VOTER REGISTRATION … Sunday, September 26

Registration for the November 2^nd General Election will be offered after morning Masses. Eligible voters must be citizens of the United States and at least 18 years of age by November 2^nd.  Registration forms will be at the tables near the main entrance of the church.

 

KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS BREAKFAST … Sun., October 3

From 8 – 11:30 a.m. in the school cafeteria. The Knights will begin their breakfasts on the first Sunday each month from  October – May, after the 7:15 and 9:15 a.m. Masses. Everyone is welcome and it is a great opportunity to make new friends. Menu includes pancakes, French toast, eggs and more. Adults are $4 and children are $2. The Knights appreciate your support. All proceeds are used to benefit the St. John Community. If your organization is in need of a fund-raiser, and would like to participate in the breakfasts, please call Bill Gardner at 410-876-6209 or Jim Duerr at 410-876-3042.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. Oct. 3

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.

 

 

CARROLL COUNTY LIFE CHAIN 2004 … Sunday, Oct. 3

St. John Pro-Life Group will lead participation from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. on the corner of Rt. 140 and Wimert Ave. (opposite the Plum Crazy Diner) rain or shine. Please come and join us as we stand and offer one hour of silent prayer for a greater respect for human life and an end to abortion.

 

FAITH AND POLITICS TALK #3 … Monday, October 11

"The Sanctity of Life Issues in Politics" From 7-8:30 p.m. Fr. Brian will discuss current life issues such as cloning, stem-cell research, "Can politicians ever be denied Holy Communion"? etc…Invite a friend! More information will follow.

 

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, October 12

At 7:00 p.m. in the St. Therese Room . The fall selections are: “Fr. Elijah” by Michael O’Brien; “You can become a Saint” by Maryann Budnik; and “Maurice and Therese” by Patrick Ahern. Please choose one book. For information, call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250. All books are available at Little Rose of Sharon, Catholic Book Store.

 

WISDOM CLUB ANNUAL RETREAT … Friday, October 22

At 9:00 a.m. at the Bon Secours Retreat Center in Marriottsville. Msgr. Art is the retreat master. To register call Irene at 410-848-0489.

 

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.

 

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 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.

 

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, contact Fr. Leo in the parish office.

HELP NEEDED at CARROLL LUTHERAN VILLAGE on the 2^nd and 4^th Fridays each month to get residents to Mass. If you can help, please call and leave a message for Sister Bernadette at the parish office on ext. 220.

 

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 GABRIEL PROJECT is re-organizing and needs volunteers to build up the organization. We need drivers, angel friends, someone to make occasional meals. If you can help, please call Jennifer Riley at 443-244-0285

 

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 is now filled to its 50 couple limit. In the early Spring and next Fall we will host other Marriage Enrichment Opportunities. Please pray that the Lord will give many graces to married couples in our parish. 

 

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.

 

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 ~

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! For information on how you can get involved, call John Paris, General Chairman at (w) 410-848-1151 or (h) 410-848-3970.

 

NEXT PLANNING MEETING … Wednesday, October 20

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center.

THE MARKET PLACE will accept household donations for the Christmas Bazaar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. beginning October 5^th. For daytime drop off call Al Wilder at 410-596-3608 or additional info, call Regina Sell at 410-876-6170.

 

THE BASKET BOUTIQUE is looking for Longaberger® Basket sponsors for the Christmas Bazaar. If interested, please contact Kathy Rhoten at 410-876-8116.

 

In our Community

CC ANNUAL DRUG SUMMIT … Thursday, October 28

Beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Gamber Fire Company. Join members of the community for this special program for teens and parents. The program features: The state of the County in regard to Substance Abuse; Speakers; Question and Answer period with expert panel. For information, contact Mark Yount or Linda Auerback at 410-848-6100.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

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.