Mass Intentions

 Monday, June 27

      7:00 a.m.       Father’s Day Intentions         

      8:00 a.m.       John Snyder

Tuesday, June 28

      7:00 a.m.       Donald P. Moser

      8:00 a.m.       Frank Puleo

Wednesday, June 29

      7:00 a.m.       Robert O. Kerr

      8:00 a.m.       Mr. Dubinsky

Thursday, June 30

      7:00 a.m.       Jack Bon

      8:00 a.m.       Joseph Pecora

Friday, July 1 (First Friday)

      7:00 a.m.       Sheila Baker

      9:30 a.m.       Alice Van Dyk

      7:00 p.m.       Leo Morgan

Saturday, July 2

      8:00 a.m.       Daniel O’Brien

      5:00 p.m.       DeRosa Pietro

Sunday, July 3

      7:15 a.m.       Int. of Tess Hupfeld

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

    11:15 a.m.       Antonio Zito

      3:15 p.m.       Pope John Paul II

      6:00 p.m.       Patricia Perego

 

From the Pastor

    For the past four years, our parish has been well served by the priestly ministry of Father Brian Nolan. His prayerful presence, faithful witness and insightful homilies have enriched our lives. I am particularly grateful for having had the opportunity to work with and share the fraternal bond of the priesthood with such a good and holy priest. As you know, he will begin his new appointment at St. Jane Frances parish next week. Father Brian has agreed to return to St. John’s and celebrate the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday, July 17^th. A reception will follow immediately after the Mass in the Portico. As an expression of our appreciation, the parish will present him with a purse. Please use the envelope included in the summer mailing, or indicate your intention on your donation and place it in the offertory or send it to the parish office.

    Please join me in expressing congratulations to Father Tyson Wood on the occasion of his ordination to the priesthood. Father Wood will celebrate his First Mass this Sunday at 11:15, followed by a reception in the Portico. He will also celebrate the Sunday evening Mass. Father Tyson has been assigned as a Catholic Chaplain with the Army. He and his family will reside in the Clarksville area. I am grateful for his service to our parish during his seminary formation years and look forward to working with him in the priesthood.

                May God bless you, 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

FIRST FRIDAY MASSES ... July 1

Masses are 7:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m.  and 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.

 

DURING the 11:15 a.m. MASS … Sunday, June 26

The Choral Cantorum will be joined by two additional choirs—the Children’s Chorus of Carroll County and the girl’s choir (called “Surejo”) from the country of Estonia. Both choirs have toured extensively, and will join us in beautiful sacred song before and during Mass. While this arrangement was confirmed prior to the announcement of Tyson Woods’ First Mass, we hope that this combined choral effort will further enhance this blessed event!

 

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. 

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Karah McKinsey Cartwright, daughter of Michael & Jessica Cartwright; Rowan Patrick Dorsey, son of Erik & Laura Dorsey; Kathryn Diane Easton, daughter of Kenneth & Kathleen Easton; Madeline Marie Stauder, daughter of Jeffrey & Kati Stauder; and Megan Rose Gorsuch, daughter of Robert & Crystal Gorsuch.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Ermina Rogers, Michael Kepler, Anthony Jerace, Jr., Rosalie Baer, and for their family and friends.

 

MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA ... Thursday Mornings

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

 

PRAY the DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursdays

At 3:00 p.m. in the church before the Blessed Sacrament.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … June 27- July 3

Mon.:   Gn 18:16-33;   Ps 103:1-4,8-11;   Mt 8:18-22

Tues.:  Gn 19:15-29;   Ps 26:2-3,9-12;   Mt 8:23-27

Wed.:  Acts 12:1-11;  Ps 34:2-9;  2 Tm 4:6-8,17-18;  Mt 16:13-19

Thurs.: Gn 22:1-19;   Ps 115:1-6,8-9;   Mt 9:1-8

Fri.:      Gn 23:1-4,19;24:1-8,62-67;  Ps 106:1-5;  Mt 9:9-13 

Sat.:      Gn 27:1-5,15-29;   Ps 135:1-6;   Mt 9:14-17

Sun.:     Zec 9:9-10;  Ps 145:1-2,8-11,13-14;  Rom 8:9,11-13;  Mt 11:25-30

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of June 19, 2005:

Envelopes:       $19,421.23                               Attendance:  3388

Loose:                   5,332.47                               Poor Box:   $1,149.57

TOTAL:         $24,753.70

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $27,782.61. 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.

 

School News

GROCERY CERTIFICATES & GIFT CARDS 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.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

PEACE BE WITH YOU: During our liturgy, you extend your hand to your neighbor. God will bless you for extending your hand after Mass to help the needy. Thank you for remembering the poor-boxes as you leave Church.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

THANK YOU to all our Vacation bible School volunteers who made our week a great success. Have a safe and blessed summer!

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE for 2005/06 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES is  … Thurs., June 30

If you need a registration form or have any questions, please contact the office at 410-848-8443.

 

FALL CONFIRMATION CLASSES: Parents who wish to enroll their children in Confirmation classes this fall must register by June 30^th.  Please call the Religious Ed. Office if you have questions.

 

 

STEUBENVILLE PARENT MEETING … Sunday, June 26

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. This is the final meeting, and is REQUIRED for parents and teens, even if you have been to Steubenville before.

 

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 – 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. We will cover topics such as Humility, Trust, God’s Time, the Eucharist, and much more! For more information, contact Jenn O’ Donnell and Scott Link at slink@sjwest.org.

LECTORS NEEDED: would you like to share the Word of God with others? This is your chance to lector at the 6:00 p.m. Mass. If you are interested, please email Scott at slink@sjwest.org.

 

 

 

SIX FLAGS TRIP  … Tuesday, June 28

Kickoff the summer with an awesome trip to Six Flags!

 

 

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

FILIAE MARIAE APOLOGETIC TALK … Tuesday, June 28

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center garden with Msgr. Art. To register, contact Theresa Greene at 410-876-9578.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. July 3

From 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. in the Portico. 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.

 

BLOOD MOBILE … Monday, July 11

From 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Portico. July is a very critical month for blood shortages, so we ask all eligible donors to sign up for an appointment. Each pint of blood can help 3 people. Jesus shed His blood for us let us help those in need!

 

GIRLS’ 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.

 

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, July 19

At 7:00 p.m. in the St. Theresa Room of the parish center. The book to be discussed is “You can become a Saint” by Mary Ann Budnik. For information, contact Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250.

 

FILIAE MARIAE TEA & SOCIAL … Wednesday, July 27

At the Gypsy’s Tea Room. Hold the date, more details to follow. The summer schedule for Filia Mariae is available in the back of church.

 

K OF C GOLF OUTING … Friday, August 5

At the Quail Valley Golf Course in Littlestown, PA. $80 entry fee per player is due by July 2; the fee is $100 after. Hole in one prizes include $5,000 cash, 7-day cruise, and more. Trophies, and door prizes to be awarded. All proceeds benefit St. John Youth Ministry. Register early! This tournament was a sell-out last year. Door prizes and hole sponsors are needed. For information and registration please contact Brian Crowley at 410-795-5147, Rich Nestor at 410-751-5258, or Dennis Ford at 410-840-0266.

 

ST. JOHN 3^rd ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC … Sat., Aug. 20

Save the Date! From 1 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., at the Historic Shriver Homestead. Join your St. John family for this old-fashioned parish picnic. Tickets will become available in July. If you are interested in volunteering or donating a cake, contact Betty Belk at 410-848-9391. Chili Cook off: Looking for contestants for the picnic. For details, contact Craig or Sally Lyons at 410-751-2945.

 

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, August 23

At 7:00 p.m. in the St. Theresa Room of the parish center. The book to be discussed is “Women of Grace” by Jonette Benkovich. For more information, contact Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250.

 

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 p.m. 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 this summer!

 

ST. JOHN CARNIVAL: Thank you to the carnival committee, volunteers, parishioners and friends for the huge success of the St. John Carnival. The carnival’s total gross was $82,000 including rides, concessions, games, and sponsors. Thank you also to the families who purchased and sold out the pizzas and sausage last weekend. Next year’s carnival will be May 20 – June 3.

 

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.

 

HEARING THE LORD'S CALL?  The Vocations office and St. John offer realistic discernment programs for young men and women who are open to learning more about priesthood and religious life:  

 

Operation Genesis: Boys aged 12 – 14 years old can join the seminarians for a day of prayer, fun, food, sports, and learning about serving God. This will be held at St. John, Westminster on Tuesday, June 28 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

 

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 info, call Inez Maguire at 410-876-1804.  

 

LANDFILL PERMITS: Carroll County residents receiving their Carroll County property tax bill also receive two landfill-use coupons. If you have no use for your coupons, your donations of those coupons to St. John Church would be greatly appreciated.

MARY MARTHA MINISTRY the name chosen for the new bereavement ministry is ready to offer luncheons or desserts after funerals beginning on July 15^th in the Portico.

 

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.

 

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

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. Transportation will be offered between select camps. For Registration, call 410-751-3700.

 

In Other Parishes

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

This program offers single, Catholic women, ages 20–45 the opportunity to experience the essential aspects of religious life. 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.

 

COMMUNICATING with SPANISH SPEAKERS: If you minister to the Hispanic Catholic community as a professional or volunteer, check out a new Pastoral Spanish program at College of Notre Dame of Maryland. Spanish Language and Culture for Parish/Pastoral settings will be offered every Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. from September 20 – November 22 in the Feeley International Center on the North Baltimore campus. For information, contact Miriam Jansen, SSND at 410-532-3183 or email mjansen@ndm.edu.

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: 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.

 

WHILE ON VACATION or AWAY FROM HOME, call Mass-in-Transit at 1-410-676-6000 or internet www.masstimes.org to locate the nearest Catholic church.

 

APPROPRIATE ATTIRE at MASS: During the warm summer months, shorts, tank tops, bare-midriff tops or other revealing articles of clothing, and beach-style attire are not appropriate dress for celebrations of the Liturgy. Please observe these guidelines out of respect for the Lord’s presence.