Mass Intentions

 Monday, July 18

      7:00 a.m.       Gregory Tracy                          8:00 a.m. Marge Ryan         

Tuesday, July 19

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of Brian Douglass

      8:00 a.m.       Julia Zborowski

Wednesday, July 20

      7:00 a.m.       Gary Courville

      8:00 a.m.       Scott Conover

Thursday, July 21

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of Anne Nevin

      8:00 a.m.       Frank Hartman

Friday, July 22

      7:00 a.m.       Int. of Sr. Marie Bernadette

      9:30 a.m.       Daniel O’Brien

Saturday, July 23

      8:00 a.m.       Vera & Girard Schwessinger

      5:00 p.m.       Paul H. Smith

Sunday, July 24

      7:15 a.m.       Msgr. Joseph Antoszewski

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

    11:15 a.m.       Sheila Baker

      3:15 p.m.       Beatrice Cash

      6:00 p.m.       Madaline & Peyton Carr

 

 

From the Pastor

    I would like to offer a reminder of three upcoming parish events. There are still a few openings in the annual Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament, scheduled for Friday, August 5^th. Details are in this week’s bulletin and there are still sponsorship opportunities. The proceeds from this wonderful event help support our parish youth ministries programs. Hopefully many parishioners will be able to attend the parish picnic. The picnic (Saturday, August 20^th) provides fun, food and entertainment for the entire family. Additional information about the picnic is also in this week’s bulletin.

    Finally, I offer a thank you to all who have already contributed to the annual Summer Benefit Collection and a reminder to prayerfully consider making an offering. Thank you for your continued and generous cooperation.

 

                May God bless you, 

 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

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 12,1,2,3,4, & 8 p.m.; Mondays – 1,2,6,9 & 11 a.m.; and 3,4, & 9 p.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 11 a.m.; and 4,9 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1 & 2 a.m.; and 2 p.m.; Thursdays – 12,1 & 2 a.m.; and 4,8 & 9 p.m.; Fridays – 2 & 11 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: Garrett Liam Bailey, son of Kevin & Kimberly Bailey; Emma Jane Bell, daughter of Jenny & Charles Bell, Jr.; James David Rulli, son of Samuel & Karen Rulli; Austin Christopher Swartz, son of Ryan & Ashley Swartz; and Anna Marie Elizabeth Ward, daughter of Brian & Amy Ward.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Frances Shinsky, and for her family and friends.

 

FLOWERS on the ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Scott Conover, donated by his family. 

 

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 … Thursdays

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 … July 18-24

Mon.:   Ex 14:5-18;  ( Ps) Ex 15:1-6;   Mt 12:38-42

Tues.:  Ex 14:21-15:1;   (Ps) Ex 15:8-10,12,17;   Mt 12:46-50

Wed.:  Ex 16:1-5,9-15;  Ps 78:18-19,23-28;  Mt 13:1-9

Thurs.: Ex 19:1-2,9-11,16-20;   (Ps) Dn 3:52-56;   Mt 13:10-17

Fri.:      Ex 20:1-17;   Ps 19:8-11;   Jn 20:1-2,11-18 

Sat.:      Ex 24:3-8;   Ps 50:1-2,5-6,14-15;   Mt 13:24-30

Sun.:     1 Kgs 3:5,7-12;   Rom 8:28-30;   Mt 13:44-52

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of July 10, 2005:

Envelopes:       $21,927.00                               Attendance:  3417

Loose:                   5,169.79                               Poor Box:   $1,446.52

TOTAL:         $27,096.79

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $26,500.00. Our current weekly average is $27,655.63. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,269,172          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             6,285,057          Pledged to date:         7,269,172.

Balance:               $     984,115 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       247,648

 

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.

 

ELECTRONIC CONTRIBUTIONS OPTION is available at St. John whereby the exact amount you specify is automatically deducted from your checking account each week for your offertory envelope contribution. If interested, please call George Hinkel in the Parish Center on ext. 249.

 

 

MISSIONARY COOPERATIVE SUNDAY takes place throughout the Archdiocese during the month of July. Our parish will take up the second collection this weekend, July 16^th & 17^th,  and will host a priest from the Dominican Province of Nigeria, who will speak to us about the work of his diocese. Your sacrifice in the second collection will help to support their apostolate. Thank you for being generous!

 

School News

THANK YOU FR. BRIAN: On behalf of the Parents Teachers and Friends of St. John Parish School, we thank you for your love and friendship towards our children for the past many years. We pray for you and your new journey in our faith with Christ's love. We welcome Fr. John to our school classrooms and pray for him as he sees Christ in our children's eyes. – Your Friends As Always in Christ.

 

THE ST. JOHN SCHOOL CLASS LISTS are now posted on the lobby windows. THE PARENT PACKET - Pick-up date is Tuesday, August 9^th from 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon & 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in the school office. If parents cannot get here on that day, perhaps they could have a friend, relative or neighbor pick it up for them.

 

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.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS REMINDER: If you have not done so already, please let the religious education office know if you will be returning this fall. If you are not, please be sure to turn in your teacher’s manual and any other materials.

 

REGISTRATION REMINDER: Please make sure that you have sent your registration form in for this coming year. We need to know our class sizes and how many teachers will be needed.

 

 

ANNUAL SUMMER WATER OLYMPICS … Sun., July 17

After the 6:00 p.m. Mass. You won’t want to miss this great night of fun!

 

OCEAN CITY DAY TRIP … Tuesday, July 19

There are still a few spots left. To sign-up, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office by Monday, July 18^th.

 

LIFE TEEN BIBLE STUDY … Thursdays this summer

From 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. We cover topics such as Humility, Trust, God’s Time, the Eucharist, and much more! For info, call Jenn and Scott 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.

 

 

 

 

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. 

 

 

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 SUMMER SERIES 3 … Monday, July 18

Beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Portico; Salvation, what Catholics believe about Heaven, Hell and Purgatory, with Fr. Leo. Refreshments will be served. To register, call Theresa Greene at 410-876-9578 or treegreene@msn.com.

 

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CLINIC … July 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. For additional information, 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.

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, July 23

Couples married in July are invited to renew their marriage vows at the 5:00 p.m. Mass. Please sign up in the Sunday Sacristy or the parish office in advance of the weekend.

 

FILIAE MARIAE TEA & SOCIAL … Wednesday, July 27

From 7 – 9 p.m. at the Gypsy’s Tea Room on Center St. & Stoner Ave. The cost is $15.00 for tea and various desserts/refreshments. To register, call Theresa Greene at 410-876-9578. 

 

K OF C GOLF OUTING … Friday, August 5

At the Quail Valley Golf Course in Littlestown. The fee is now $100. 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. This was a sell-out last year! Door prizes and hole sponsors are needed. For information or registration contact Brian Crowley at 410-795-5147, Rich Nestor at 410-751-5258, or Dennis Ford at 410-840-0266.

 

3^rd ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC UPDATE … Sat., August 20

From 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m., at the Historic Shriver Homestead. It’s ticket time! Tickets go on sale the weekend of July 23^rd and 24^th after all Masses. Tickets are $2.00 per person, or $10 for a family of 5 or more. Look for the flyer in the bulletin the weekend of July 30^th and 31^st. WE NEED CAKES for the “Cake Wheel”, and VOLUNTEERS to help in the “Kid’s Corral”, contact Betty Belk at 410-848-9391 or sign up at the ticket table. Chili Cook-Off Contestants, sign up to beat defending Champion Wendy Hoff! Contact the Lyons at 410-751-2945 for more information.

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

Tickets will be available in the Religious Ed. Office beginning Monday, August 1^st for Dr. Scott Hahn’s visit to our parish. Dr. Hahn will give three presentations in the Portico that day: “Why Scripture Matters” at 10:30 a.m.; “Swear to God” at 12:00 noon; and  “The Lamb’s Supper.” at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 per person, and cover admission to all 3 presentations on a “first come” basis. Please get them early because this daylong event will be sure to sell out quickly.   

 

ALTAR SERVER INFORMATION:  During the Month of July, ALL altar servers (new and current) are asked to report 1/2 hour before each weekend Mass in order to review the changes and to encourage any new altar server. The MC's for that Mass will offer that review. As a way to thank the Altar Server and parents, please join us for a Picnic with games and swimming on Sunday August 14, 2005 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at a local community pool. There will be more information to come, but please hold the date! 

 

CATHOLIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION: This national group of physicians has organized a Guild Chapter in Baltimore. They work to uphold the principles of Catholic Faith and morality as related to the science and practice of medicine. Fr. Leo is an associate chaplain for this group, and he encourages all physicians in the parish to pick up info at the pamphlet rack, or to call him at the parish office for details on upcoming events and conferences.

 

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 October 27 - 30. Women’s weekend is November 10 - 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 7:00 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.

 

MARRIAGE INVESTMENT COURSE: When was the last time you spiritually invested in your marriage? All married couples are invited to join the priests of St. John and other married couples for a five-session course beginning September 24^th to grow stronger in your love for one another and your faith. For more details about the program or to register, contact Anne Brown at birdbrown@adelphia.net or call 410-840-8287.

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.

 

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.

 

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT is now forming a small support group for newly separated/divorced people. The group meets for 8-10 weeks, with two trained facilitators covering suitable material for a limited number of participants. For more information and to register, please contact Myra at 410-302-0754.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

Give us this day our daily bread! When we pray the Our Father, we ask God to provide our food. The majority of us receive sufficient food…others have very little. Your contribution to the poor boxes, help the St. Vincent DePaul Society keep food on hand for emergency situations and also to help support Carroll Country Food Sunday! Thank you for your continued support.

 

THE DEER PARK LIONS CLUB a member of Lions Clubs International (the world's largest service organization) will collect used eyeglasses for recycling in developing countries. These used eyeglasses will be sent to Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centers where they are cleaned, repaired and classified by prescription.  The eyeglasses are then distributed to those in need by Lion volunteers and other organizations hosting optical missions in developing countries.  Look for the Lions Recycle for Sight boxes near the doors of the church on the fourth Sunday of each month. 

 

From The 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.

 

 

In Other Parishes

HEALING MASS … Monday, July 18^th

At St. Peter the Apostle church, Libertytown with Fr. Jack Lombardi. Take a little time out of your busy summer schedule to give a gift of healing prayer to yourself, relatives, or friends – come pray for healing in all areas of your life: Spiritual, mental, emotional, physical and finance.

 

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.