Mass Intentions

 Monday, June 13

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of Tess Hupfeld

      8:00 a.m.       Mr. & Mrs. Antonio Zito

Tuesday, June 14

      7:00 a.m.       Sheila Baker

      8:00 a.m.       Robert Russo

Wednesday, June 15

      7:00 a.m.       Ron Hartman

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Miriam Flynn

Thursday, June 16

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of Cynthia Webe

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

Friday, June 17

      7:00 a.m.       Richard Ruszala

      9:30 a.m.       John Patrick Drechsler

Saturday, June 18

      8:00 a.m.       Rosario & Vincenzo Maranto

      5:00 p.m.       Carlo Pepe

Sunday, June 19

      7:15 a.m.       Jim Ford

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

    11:15 a.m.       Int. of Stacy & Tim Novotny

      3:15 p.m.       Father’s Day Intentions

      6:00 p.m.       Antonio Zito

 

From the Pastor

    As announced last Sunday and printed in this week’s Catholic Review, Father Brian Nolan has been transferred to St. Jane Frances in Pasadena. Although his new appointment begins on July 1^st, we are planning to have Father Brian back for a farewell Mass and reception later in July. Father John Robbins, our new Associate Pastor will begin his assignment on July 1^st. Please join me in welcoming Father Robbins to our parish. I want to personally thank Father Brian for his priestly ministry and pastoral service to our parish. Our parish has been blessed and our lives enriched by his priestly ministry.

    Sister Bernadette’s spirits remain strong, although she is still physically very weak. Sister is at the Motherhouse in Baltimore. Along with our prayers, Sister may enjoy receiving our cards at: 6401 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21212. 

    I thank the current members of our Pastoral Council, the new elected members, all the candidates and committee members. Your service, expertise, and leadership are essential to the ongoing mission of our parish.  Thank you for your continued and faithful support.

    Nancy Buell, the parish secretary for almost 5 years, has accepted a new position. Please join me in expressing appreciation for her dedicated and competent service to the parish and wishing her well as she begins her new work.  

                May God bless you, 

 

 

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS RESULTS: Congratulations and welcome to our newly elected Council members: Bob Repsher, Mary Mussari, Frank Tontala, Rosalie Gardner and Michael Fisher. The new Pastoral Council Officers are: Fran Rock, President; Steve Torbeck, Vice-President; Peggy Rager, Secretary; and Rosalie Gardner, Corresponding Secretary.                    

DEDICATION of the PORTICO of ST. JOHN’S: Please join us in welcoming Cardinal Keeler, and Bishop Malooly for the dedication of our beautifully renovated parish facility, following the 11:15 a.m. Mass next Sunday, June 19^th. A light reception will follow the dedication ceremony, with an opportunity to greet the Cardinal and our Vicar Bishop.

 

TYSON WOOD will be ORDAINED to the PRIESTHOOD on Saturday, June 25^th at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary our Queen. All parishioners are welcome to attend. Tyson’s first Mass will be celebrated at St. John, June 26 at 11:15 a.m.

 

Liturgy & Worship

FATHER’S DAY SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS are available at the doors of the Church. A novena of Masses will begin on Sunday, June 19^th.  You may place the donation envelope in the collection basket or return to the parish office no later than Saturday, June 18^th.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION!! The following hours have one scheduled adorer, but we would like to have at least two for each hour: Sundays – 4, 6, & 8 a.m.; and 1,2,3,4, & 8 p.m.; Mondays – 2,6 & 11 a.m.; and 3,4,9 & 11 p.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 8 a.m.; and 4 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1 & 2 a.m.; and 12 & 2 p.m.; Thursdays – 12,1 & 2 a.m.; and 8 & 9 p.m.; Fridays – 2 & 9 a.m., and 6 & 9 p.m.; Saturdays – 2 & 3 a.m.; and 12,1,2,3,4 & 10 p.m. Please call the parish office to fill one hour. 

 

“DO THIS in MEMORY of ME” The priests of St. John parish have been reaffirming the Eucharistic Teaching of the Catholic Church during Masses. This important information is available to you on our parish web site and in a pamphlet entitled “Do This in Memory of Me,” available in the pamphlet rack near the Liturgical Ministry Room.  Please continue to put into practice what we as Catholics believe about the Eucharist, and use these resources to assist you in teaching our Faith to our children.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Leah Marie Cabe, daughter of Leonard & Colette Cabe, III; Nathaniel Walton Myers, son of Jennifer & Kelvin Myers, Jr.; and Annie Claire Pruitt, daughter of David & Mary Beth Pruitt.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Mary Locascio, Walter G. Chiavacci, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Robert Berglund, donated by his wife Patricia.     

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

Immediately following the 8:00 a.m. Mass and Rosary in the church. All are invited to participate.

 

PRAY the DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursday’s

At 3:00 p.m. in the church before the Blessed Sacrament and ending with Benediction. All are welcome to attend.

 

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … June 13-19

Mon.:   2 Cor 6:1-10;   Ps 98:1-4;   Mt 5:38-42

Tues.:  2 Cor 8:1-9;   Ps 146:2,5-9;   Mt 5:43-48

Wed.:  2 Cor 9:6-11;   Ps 112:1-4,9;   Mt 6:1-6,16-18

Thurs.: 2 Cor 11:1-11;   Ps 111:1-4,7-8;   Mt 6:7-15

Fri.:      2 Cor 11:18,21-30;   Ps 34:2-7;   Mt 6:19-23; 

Sat.:      2 Cor 12:1-10;   Ps 34:8-13;   Mt 6:24-34

Sun.:     Jer 20:10-13;   Rom 5:12-15;   Mt 10:26-33

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of June 5, 2005:

Envelopes:       $22,701.02                               Attendance:  3349

Loose:                   5,377.77                               Poor Box:   $1,974.29

TOTAL:         $28,078.79

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $27,792.63. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,258,977          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             6,244,939          Pledged to date:         7,258,977.

Balance:               $  1,014,038 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       247,843

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.

 

BASKET BINGO WAS ANOTHER SUCCESS! Thanks to all the donations, participation, and hard work, the proceeds to the Building Fund are $4,600.00. 

 

Outreach

OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEETING … Monday, June 13

At 7:30 p.m. in Room A of the parish center.

 

School News

GROCERY CERTIFICATES & GIFT CARDS this SUMMER may be purchased in the parish office during the summer months, Monday – Friday, from 9:00 – 12:00 noon. Thank you for continuing to support our parish school.

 

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT ST. JOHN SCHOOL, go to www.sjwest.org and click on daily bulletin.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL … June 20-24

Registration forms are at the doors of the Church. Deadline for registration is June 13^th.  Please call or bring in your registration as soon as possible.

 

REGISTRATION for 2005/06 RELIGIOUS ED. CLASSES: Forms have been mailed! Parishioners who would be new to the program and would like to register for the upcoming year’s classes may come to the office to register or call 410-848-8443 to have the information mailed to you.

 

 

SUMMER KICK-OFF … Sunday, June 12

Starting after the 6 p.m. Mass until 9:00 p.m. We do an awesome outdoor fun day with ultimate Frisbee, live music, flag football, and a huge cookout! Don’t forget to pick up a newsletter from the back of church with all the summer events!

 

STEUBENVILLE PARENT MEETING … Sunday, June 26

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. This is the final meeting, if you did not attend the June 5^th meeting, please attend this parent meetings for the youth conference even if your child has gone before; there is new information that you need to know. We ask both teen and parent to come.

 

ANNUAL SIX FLAGS TRIP … Tuesday, June 28

For Teens and their families. Tickets for the park and bus are $23.

 

LIFE TEEN BIBLE STUDY … Thursdays this summer

From 7 – 8 p.m. in the Parish Center we will cover topics such as Humility, Trust, God’s Time, the Eucharist, and much more! If you are interested or need more information, contact Jenn O’Donnell and Scott Link at slink@sjwest.org. We will not be meeting on June 23^rd.

 

 

SIX FLAGS TRIP  … Tuesday, June 28

Kickoff the summer with an awesome trip to Six Flags! See info under Life Teen. Edge members must have a chaperone. 

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. We meet in the cafeteria. For info, contact Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

activities in Our Parish

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

Sodality meets for the 9:15 a.m. Mass. All ladies of the parish are invited. For information, call Mary Jo Judge at 410-857-5655.

 

CATHOLIC HOME SCHOOL MEETING ...Thurs., June 23

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. All interested are invited to attend. For more information, call Donna Brown at 410-848-0905.

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, June 25

Couples married in June 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.

 

GIRL’S BASKETBALL CLINIC … July 12,13,14 & 19,20,21

From 7 – 9 p.m. in the school gym: Coach Becky Martin will hold her annual clinic for girls in grades 5-9. This clinic is designed to help girls improve their basketball skills as individuals and team players through individual instruction, drills, and team play. Registration forms are available in the parish office. For additional info call Becky Martin at 410-857-2577.

 

 

SCOTT HAHN at ST. JOHN … Saturday, September 17

Mark your calendar now! Noted author, Scott Hahn will visit our parish and give three talks. Check the bulletin for information.

 

TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) MEETINGS … Wednesdays

Beginning at 6:45 each Wednesday in the school. TOPS is offering ½ off the annual membership when a husband and wife join. The first partner is $20 and the second is just $10. Weekly dues are only $1.00. There is still time to loose weight before summer!

 

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR DONATIONS will not be accepted until September 1^st due to construction in the basement. Please watch the bulletin this fall for donation information.

 

CURSILLO WEEKEND RETREATS: If you are looking for an authentic Catholic lay spiritual retreat, consider participating in the Cursillo Movement of Baltimore. Grow in discipleship to Christ Jesus by attending a weekend experience. Men’s weekend is Nov 3 - 6. Women’s weekend is Nov 10 - Nov 13. (Some Catechist hours are available.) For more information, contact Fr. Leo in the parish office or Doris Graybeal at 410-848-2891.

 

 

THE LEGION of MARY helps members deepen their prayer life and find meaningful ways to express this in the community. Adult groups meet Mondays at 9:15 a.m. or Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. For more information, call Inez Maguire at 410-876-1804.  

 

PILGRIM VIRGIN STATUE of OUR LADY of FATIMA, donated to St. John’s by the Legion of Mary, may be placed in your home for a one-week stay by contacting Mary Pat Kavanagh at 410-840-9413 or Patti Schilz at 410-848-0844.

 

PRE-CANA: Couples needing to complete marriage preparation may attend the June Pre-Cana sessions at St. John. For more info or registration, contact Rosalie Seeley at 410-848-2884.

 

SPRING CLEANING? Check your closets, attics, basements, and drawers for religious articles. Bibles, Rosaries, Medals, Prayer cards, and statues are needed for the Christmas Bazaar. For information, call Nina at 410-635-6422.

 

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 information, contact Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

NOTE from the VOCATION OFFICE: Thank you for your very kind and generous donation to the Collection for the Education of Seminarians in the priestly formation for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. As always your continued kindness and support is most appreciated by the seminarians and your generosity assists with their educational needs. Please be assured of our prayers and the prayers of the Archdiocesan seminarians. I ask you to continue to pray that more men will answer the call to serve the Lord and the Archdiocese of Baltimore as priests. Sincerely, Father Gerard Francik – Vocation Office.

 

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.

 

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.

 

The GABRIEL PROJECT extends a loving welcome to any woman and unborn child in need, in Jesus’ name. If you or someone you know is challenged by a pregnancy, call the 24-hour hotline, 1-800-533-0093.

 

In our Community

ABC CARE will celebrate their 15^th year at summer camps. Adventure Camps in Eldersburg and Westminster, Worthington Valley Swim Club Camp, and our New Summer Fun Camp at Calvary on Rt. 91 in Finksburg. Each camp is unique, offering weekly themes and a variety of fun, exploration and discover. Transportation will be offered between select camps. For Registration, call 410-751-3700.

 

In Other Parishes

BOYS WRESTLING CAMP at ST. VINCENT PARISH in Hanover on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. beginning June 7^th. Beginners are welcome. For more information, call Greg Day at 717-632-3394

 

DELONE MUSIC ASSOC. CARNIVAL … June 13-18

Ride-all-night bracelets available for Monday – Wednesday nights for $7.00 and reduced price tickets for any night of the carnival.

 

WOMEN IN MISSION, 2005 … Wed., July 20 – Sat., July 23

Sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Baltimore. This program offers single, Catholic women, ages 20–45 the opportunity to experience the essential aspects of religious life: prayer, community, and service. Participants will live in community and have a chance to share with others who might also be discerning a call to religious life. Contact Sister Kathy Jager, SSND at 410-377-5179 or k-jager@juno.com. Deadline June 25.

 

SUMMER CAMPS at MT. De SALES: Summer Festival Dance Camp, June 20 –24 from 8:30 – 7:00 p.m. call Ms. Garvey on extension 506; and Volleyball Camp, June 27 – July 1, call Ms. McCarthy on extension 547. Both can be reached by calling 410-744-8498 from 8:30 – 4:00 p.m.

 

THE CSMC/AVMC CRUSADERS are celebrating their 75^th anniversary and are looking for members who have not been contacted. Please call for more information, Ronnie at 410-485-5575 or Rosemarie 410-248-0434.

 

ST. AGNES SCHOOL ALUMNI is looking for former students, to add to their database. If you are a former student, please register your name address, phone number and year of graduation online at www.stagnesschool.net or call the parish office at 410-744-2900.

 

Reminders

THE DEADLINE for BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS is 12:00 noon on the Monday before the weekend in which the announcement is to appear. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org. Thank you.

 

TO HAVE SOMEONE WHO IS ILL REMEMBERED during the Prayer of the Faithful at Masses, please call the parish office.

 

THE ROSARY PRAYED at a FUNERAL HOME for a deceased loved one is a service offered to parishioners of St. John by the Ladies Sodality. Please contact the parish office.