Mass Intentions

 Monday, October 18

      7:00 a.m.        Int. of Carolyn Michaels

      8:00 a.m.        Eudora D. Nageotte

Tuesday, October 19

      7:00 a.m.        Susan Flaherty

      8:00 a.m.        Madeline Prager

Wednesday, October 20

      7:00 a.m.        Edward & Lillian Swinderman

      8:00 a.m.        Larry Bauershub

Thursday, October 21

      7:00 a.m.        Vince Henderson

      8:00 a.m.        Jack McLaughlin

Friday, October 22

      7:00 a.m.        Christopher O’Connor, Jr.

      9:30 a.m.        Margaret Garder

Saturday, October 23

  8:00 a.m.        Edith G. Drechsler

  5:00 p.m.        Aubrey M. Wagner, Sr.

Sunday, October 24

      7:15 a.m.        Robert “Bobby” Jackson Deal

      9:15 a.m.        Anna Curran

    11:15 a.m.        Parishioners of St. John Parish

      3:15 p.m.        Lillian Parks

      6:00 p.m.        John Schissler, Jr.

 

From the Pastor

    As the first anniversary of the dedication of our new church approaches (next week), I want to thank you and our entire pastoral staff for your prayers, hard work and cooperation. While dealing with the numerous adjustments, including the change in Mass schedule, the procedure for reception of Holy Communion and congestion on the parking lots, we have continued to sustain a spirit of reverence in our church. Next weekend, Oct. 21^st and 22^nd, the priests will speak at all the Masses to review the liturgical practices in our parish. 

    Construction documents are now complete for the renovation of our former church building for use as our parish hall. Our Pastoral Council will review the documents at the November meeting. Hopefully we will have received an acceptable bid by the end of November. Once our financing of the project is approved, construction will begin.  Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

May God bless you,

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

SACRAMENT of THE SICK:  We invite you to participate in a regular weekend Mass that will include the Sacrament of the Sick… an anointing with Holy and Healing Oils, on Saturday, October 30, at the 5:00 p.m. Mass, and Sunday, October 31 at the 11:15 a.m. Mass. Encouraged to participate are those (of any age) who suffer from any type of illness, such as emotional, mental, and physical. Please note this Sacrament is NOT to be confused with “Last Rite,” the intention of this Sacrament is one of healing in body, mind and soul. For more information or to arrange transportation, call Deacon Jack or the parish office.

 

CANDLELIGHT MASS for DECEASED CHILDREN …

Friday, November 19

At 7:00 p.m. a special Mass will be celebrated in memory of these beloved children. If you have suffered the loss of a child and wish to attend, please call Mary at 410-876-7033 or Bev at 410-876-6275. This Mass is personalized, please call to register by November 17.

 

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 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.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS...Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Wyatt Nolan Cool, son of Charlene & Fredrick Cool, Jr.; Alexandra Victoria Downs, daughter of David & Jennifer Downs; Thomas Ryan Holford, son of James & Sara Holford; Daniel Michael Peloquin, son of Michael & Joanna Peloquin; Kayla Marie Schatz, daughter of Andrew & Rosemary Schatz; Makenzie Grace Staylor, daughter of Mark & Jennifer Staylor; Caroline Rose Trimble, daughter of Jeremy & Kathleen Trimble; and Alexis Marie Rimbach, daughter of Michael & Nicole Rimbach.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Orlando Romeo, Joseph Patela, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Valerie Jean Allen, donated by her loving family.   

 

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 … October 18-24

Mon.:   2 Tm 4:10-17;   Ps 145:10-13,17-18;   Lk 10:1-9

Tues.:  Eph 2:12-22;   Ps 85:9-14;   Lk 12:35-38

Wed.:  Eph 3:2-12;   (Ps) Is 12:2-6;   Lk 12:39-48

Thurs.: Eph 3:14-21;   Ps 33:1-2,4-5,11-12,18-19;   Lk 12:49-53

Fri.:      Eph 4:1-6;   Ps 24:1-6;   Lk 12:54-59

Sat.:      Eph 4:7-16;   Ps 122:1-5;   Lk 13:1-9

Sun.:     Sir 35:12-14,16-18;   2 Tm 4:6-8,16-18;   Lk 18:9-14

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of October 10, 2004 :

Envelopes:       $20,780.22                               Attendance:  3601

Loose:                   6,768.13                               Poor Box:   $1,436.17

TOTAL:         $27,548.35

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $25,203.23 Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,158,039          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,973,580          Pledged to date:         7,158,039.

Balance:               $  1,184,459 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       348,781

 

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 Propagation of the Faith. Thank you for your generosity.

 

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. 

 

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.

 

ST. JOHN CLASS OF 1984 is celebrating their 20^th Year Reunion on November 27, 2004 and looking for all 32 classmates. Please call Susan McFadden at 410-876-2560 with yours or lost alumni information.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

CONFIRMATION PARENT/CANDIDATE MEETING …

Tuesday, October 26 & Thursday, October 28

At 7:00 p.m. in the church. All candidates and at least one parent are expected to attend. Please attend the meeting corresponding to the session for which you are registered, if possible. Confirmation classes will begin on November 9^th and 11^th. If you have any questions, please call the Religious Ed. Office. 

 

PARENTS of CHILDREN preparing for Reconciliation and First Communion should complete the Baptismal information form and return it to the Religious Education Office by Mon., Nov. 29^th.

 

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.

 

 

VOCATION APPRECIATION DINNER … Sunday, Oct. 17

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. If your dish needs to be kept warm, please drop it by the cafeteria between 5:15 and 5:45 p.m.

FALL HARVEST PARTY … Saturday, October 30

From 7 – 9 p.m. at Vickie Lehr’s house, with hay rides, camp fire, and tons of smores and marshmallow roasting. You must have a liability form in order to join us. Call Jordan in the Religious Ed. Office to sign up and get directions. Anyone without a signed liability release form will not be let in.

 

NO LIFE NIGHT … Sunday, October 31

 

WINTER RETREAT … December 17 – 19

At Blue Ridge Summit ! This is the first winter retreat and it will be one for the record books. Spots are limited. To sign up you must turn in a registration form, liability release, and a check. Early- bird registration by October 31 and the cost will only be $70. Register after that date, and the total cost will be $85. The cost includes accommodations, transportation, food, tee shirt, and a special Christmas gift for each person.

 

 

THE EDGE  … Every 2^nd Sunday & 4^th Friday

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the gym. All 7^th & 8^th graders are welcome. Bring a friend. 

 

 

AMC BOWLING NIGHT … Friday, November 5

From 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. The cost is $5 a person, payable at the door. Please RSVP with a liability form by Oct. 31^st. Liability forms are available outside of Scott’s office in the parish center, as well as in the back of the Church. A number of parents are needed for chaperones, if you can help, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office or email at slink@sjwest.org. Without a sufficient number of parent chaperones, the event will be cancelled.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

Even though it’s still Autumn, our thoughts are turning to the Lord’s Birthday and the Adopt-A-Family Program. We would like to identify persons who wish to adopt an entire family in order to provide them with more time for budgeting and shopping for the families. If you are interested in helping, please call the St. Vincent De Paul office at 410-848-8693.

 

activities in Our Parish

K of C TOOTSIE ROLL CAMPAIGN … October 16 and 17

The Knights of Columbus will be handing out tootsie rolls after all Masses. Last year the campaign raised $4,200 for persons with disabilities and was donated to the ARC of Carroll County , Change, and Target. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. For more information, please contact John Bogdan at 410-871-0310.

 

K of C MEMBERSHIP DRIVE … October 16 and 17

Members of the Knights of Columbus will be at all the doors of the church with information about the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. For info, call Mike at 410-876-0440.

 

 

 

K of C SOCIAL MEETING … Tuesday, October 19

At 8:00 p.m. at The ARC of Carroll Co. Guest speaker will be David Liddle, Executive Director of the Mission of Mercy. This will be held in conjunction with the Knight’s Open House. All Parishioners are Welcome. For info, call Dean at 410-848-5579.

 

ST. JOHN MAY CARNIVAL MEETING … Wed., Oct. 20

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. Bring your ideas for the May Carnival being held May 30^th – June 3. Proceeds go to our School, Religious Ed. and Youth Ministry. For more information, call Jenny Scott at 410-239-6179.

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, October 23

Couples married in October 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.

 

WISDOM CLUB MONTHLY MEETING … Thurs., Oct. 28

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 Joe Vaughan, Public Relations Chairman for NARFE. His topic “Telemarketing Fraud.” 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. 

 

ANNUAL SPAGHETTI  DINNER … Friday, November 5

From 4-8 p.m. in the School cafeteria. The cost is Adults $7, Children (4-12) $4, Children (3 and under) Free, or $25 per family.  Come support the school, have a delicious meal finished off by wonderful desserts, and visit with other families. For information, or to volunteer, call Carolyn Drumgoole at 410-833-7207 or drum2000@qis.net or Diane Bohn at 410-876-7907 bohndi@aol.com.

 

FALL COMMUNION BREAKFAST … Sunday, November 14

From 10:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Wilhelm’s. Sponsored by Filiae Mariae. The guest speaker is the well-known author, family and child psychologist Dr. Ray Guarendi. His topic will be “Raising Citizens for the Kingdom of God.” Due to the nature and importance of the topic, Fathers are invited and encouraged to attend. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250 or Joanne Sebeck at 410-840-2255.

 

NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP … Saturday, December 11

There’s nothing better than visiting New York during the holidays! The cost is $49 per person and we provide a continental breakfast, transportation and snacks for the ride home. The bus leaves St. John at 6 a.m. and will return at 10 p.m. The day is yours to see a show, shop, and take in some sights. We sell this trip out every year, so please make your reservations early. Payment must accompany reservations. Call Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office for more details.

 

PARISH LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Just a couple hours, once a month would be a real help, and would make our materials more available. Training provided. Please call the parish center and leave your name and phone number for Connie.  

 

PARISH LIBRARY is missing the video “The Scarlet and the Black,” if you borrowed this video and forgot to sign it out, please return it as possible as a fellow parishioner has requested it.

 

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.

 

PEWS from the OLD CHURCH are available for sale. The pews are solid oak and range from 11 to 22 feet long. The cost will be $6.00 per foot. If interested, please contact Terry Jones at 410-848-4744 ext 216 or tjones@sjwest.org. They will be available on a “first come first served” basis and need to be picked up by the buyer.

 

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 ~

 

NEXT PLANNING MEETING … Wednesday, October 20

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

 

DONATIONS for all Christmas Bazaar organizations are on Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the basement of the new school building (old parish center). For daytime drop off, please call Al Wilder at 410-876-6170 in advance to make arrangements.

 

BASKET BOUTIQUE seeks businesses/individuals to sponsor a Longaberger Basket(s) for the Christmas Bazaar this year. If you are interested, please contact Kathy Rhoten at 410-876-8116.

 

HOMEMADE FUDGE  & CANDY needs all types of fudge and candy makers! If you would like to help but can not make the fudge/candy, donations of granulated sugar, chocolate chips, marshmallow cream, peanut butter and evaporated milk are needed. Collection baskets are outside the School and Religious Ed. Offices. For more information, call Mindy Wade at 410-875-0074.

 

THE MARKET PLACE will accept household donations at the above-designated drop off times. For additional information, call Regina Sell at 410-876-6170.

 

RELIGIOUS ARTICLES new and used (medals, bibles, rosaries, pictures, statues, crucifixes, etc.) are needed for the religious table. For information and large pick-up, call Nina at 410-635-6422.

 

STUFFED ANIMALS and DOLLS in good condition. For info call Cathy Hoos at 410-876-2442.

 

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.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

HEALING WOUNDS of ABORTION: 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.

 

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.

 

In our Community

THE KNOTT SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS announce the availability of four-year, full-tuition scholarships for students who excel in academics. Catholic students, now in Grade 4 or 8 may apply. These scholarships may be used to attend a parish elementary school or a Catholic high school within the geographic areas of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. An application request form describing eligibility requirements and deadlines for applying may be obtained from the web site at: www.knottscholar.org. 

 

At Other Parishes

ST. JOHN at PROSPECT HALL OPEN HOUSE … Sun., Oct. 17

From 1:00  - 3:00 p.m. A Coeducational College Preparatory High School in Frederick MD. For information, call 301-662-4210 or jdoyle@stjph.org.