Mass Intentions

 Monday, July 25

      7:00 a.m.       Mary & Robert Cunningham

      8:00 a.m.       Nora L. Perron

Tuesday, July 26

      7:00 a.m.       Dennis Krebs

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Jack and Ann Coster

Wednesday, July 27

      7:00 a.m.       Joseph F. Burba

      8:00 a.m.       Philip Vaio

Thursday, July 28

      7:00 a.m.       Anne Driscall Mayhew

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Ken Hattrup

Friday, July 29

      7:00 a.m.       Joseph McClernan

      9:30 a.m.       Sheila Baker

Saturday, July 30

      8:00 a.m.       Frances Scott

      5:00 p.m.       Int. of Maureen Seibel

Sunday, July 31

      7:15 a.m.       Madaline & Peyton Carr

      9:15 a.m.       Frank Hartman

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

      3:15 p.m.       Int. of Jim DeNucci

      6:00 p.m.       Irene Perego

 

From the Pastor

    Some of our more observant parishioners have noticed an addition to our sanctuary. The “Deacon Bench” placed behind the ambo was part of the original sanctuary furniture of our 1865 church. It has been refinished and restored for use in our new church. 

    At the suggestion of the Pastoral Council, we will have our Stewardship Weekend October 8^th and 9^th.  Information will be sent to all registered parishioners with a report of last year’s actual numbers and the current year’s budget. Our fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. The challenge in this year’s budget is the debt repayment. Thanks to your pledges and sacrifices we are able to meet our obligation. A weekly offertory average of $30,700 is our goal. More detail will be in the mailing and explained during Stewardship Weekend. Thank you for your generous and faithful stewardship.

                May God bless you, 

 

 

DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS, there will be NO 7:00 a.m. Mass during the week of Monday, August 1 – Friday, August 5 2005.

Also, Effective September 5, 2005, there will be a change in the weekday Mass schedule. The normal weekday schedule will be 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday morning Mass will remain at 8:00 a.m. During civic holidays (Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day), the parish will offer one parish Mass at 9:30 a.m. The changes to the normal weekday Mass schedule will allow the school children and families to participate in daily liturgies, allow more time for private devotions and personal prayers between the morning Masses, and it also gives our parishioners a chance to avoid the morning rush hour commute. Should you have any questions about this, please speak with one of the priests or pastoral staff members.

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: Claire Colleen Newman, daughter of Colleen & John Newman, III; and Eden Sierra Platt, daughter of Shannon Joe & Tara Platt.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of William McClelland, Stephan Toth, William McLaren, Marie Feritta Smith, Bruce Miller, Frederick Stein, Evelyn Way, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS on the ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Msgr. Joseph Antoszewski, donated by the Murphy & Ford families.  

 

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 25-31

Mon.:   2 Cor 4:7-15;  Ps 126:1-6;   Mt 20:20-28

Tues.:  Ex 33:7-11;34:5-9,28;   Ps 103:6-13;   Mt 13:36-43

Wed.:  Ex 34:29-35;   Ps 99:5-7,9;   Mt 13:44-46

Thurs.: Ex 40:16-21,34-38;   Ps 84:3-6,8-11;   Mt 13:47-53

Fri.:      Lv 23:1,4-11,15-16,27,34-37;   Ps 81:3-6,10-11;   Jn 11:19-27 

Sat.:      Lv 25:1,8-17;   Ps 67:2-3,5,7-8;   Mt 14:1-12

Sun.:     Is 55:1-3;  Ps 145:8-9,15-18;  Rom 8:35,37-39;  Mt 14:13-21

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of July 17, 2005:

Envelopes:       $21,190.14                               Attendance:  3730

Loose:                   5,540.09                               Poor Box:   $1,596.26

TOTAL:         $26,730.23

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $30,700.00. 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: If you are interested in trying our St. John Electronic Contributions Option, whereby the exact amount you specify is automatically deducted from your checking account each week for your offertory envelope contribution, call George Hinkel in the Parish Center on ext. 249.

 

School News

PARENT PACKET PICKUP … Tuesday, August 9

From 9 – 12 noon and 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.

 

ST. JOHN SCHOOL CLASS LISTS are now posted on the lobby windows.

 

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

REGISTRATION FORMS were mailed 5/20. If you are not currently registered in Religious Education and would like your child/ren to attend classes this fall, call the office at 410-848-8443 or stop by to pick up a form. Registration deadline was June 30^th. All registrations received after the deadline, are required to pay a $25 late fee!

 

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.

 

 

TWIN KISS NIGHT … Sunday, July 24

We will meet after the 6:00 p.m. Mass and go to Twin Kiss for Ice Cream. Don’t forget to bring money (about $5.00).

 

LIFE TEEN BIBLE STUDY … This Thursdays

From 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center every Thursday. 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.

 

OCEAN CITY TRIP (Rescheduled) … Tuesday, August 16

The cost is $30. Please drop a check off by the Religious Ed. Office no later than August 12.

 

XLT … Wednesday, July 27

Bob Lesnefsky & Righteous B at the St. John Portico. This is a free concert and everyone is invited for this once in a lifetime opportunity! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. XLT…a rockin’ concert with tons of other teens from around the Archdiocese, an awesome talk, and adoration all packed into an evening. Pick up is at 9:00 p.m.

 

 

WHITEWATER RAFTING … Wednesday, August 10

This is going to be an awesome trip down the Potomac! This trip is for all skill levels. Call Katy Harris in the religious ed office for all the details or email her at kharris@sjwest.org.

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Mark your calendars! For more information, contact Kate in the Religious Ed. Office. Upcoming Events: August 5: Perseverance…a series of crazy games; August 19: Wild and Windy Relay…a windy game about the Holy Spirit.

 

activities in Our Parish

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 $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. Door prizes and hole sponsors are needed. For info or registration contact Brian Crowley at 410-795-5147, Rich Nestor at 410-751-5258, or Dennis Ford at 410-840-0266.

 

MARY MARTHA MINISTRY TRAINING … Mon., Aug. 8

At 6:30 p.m. in the Portico. This will be kitchen & STAND training for those serving at funeral luncheons. STAND training is required for all volunteers! New volunteers are always welcome!

 

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

From 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m., at the Historic Shriver Homestead. Tickets on sale this weekend, July 23/24^th after all Masses. Tickets are $2.00 per person, or $10 for a family of 5 or more. 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.   

 

CRAFTER’S FAIR AND FLEA MARKET … Sat., Oct. 1

On the St. John parking lot, from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. sponsored by the Westminster Knights of Columbus Council 1393. (Vendors may set up beginning at 5:30 a.m.). Spaces (17 by 20 feet) are $35 each or 2 for $60. More space can be arranged if requested in advance. Spots are pre-paid and non-refundable. No rain date. For information or to reserve a space, contact Michael Dvorak at mak@dvorak.net, or call Floyd McCurdy at 410-876-3850 or Frederick Dvorak at 410-876-1292. Proceeds will benefit St. John Catholic Church organizations. Shoppers and bargain hunters: mark your calendars!

 

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 Servers 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! 

 

BEREAVEMENT Mary Martha Ministry will be offering a 9 week spiritually-based program for those who are grieving the loss of a love one. Facilitators are trained and using a book entitled “The New Day”. Meetings will be Wednesday, from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the St. Theresa room, beginning September through November 2. Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. For more information and to register, please contact Janet Tenney at 410-833-1542.

 

BLOODMOBILE THANKS YOU to all donors and volunteers that made the July drive a great success. We collected 113 pints!

 

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.

 

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 *

Remember that Jesus identified himself with the needy persons you assist! As you approach the poor-box, remember His Words: “For When I Was Hungry…You Fed Me.”

 

SHEPHERD’S STAFF BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM needs you help! Last year they supplied over 855 students with new shoes and backpacks. A $10 donation will provide a new pair of school shoes and/or a backpack. Please mail to: Shepherd’s Staff, P.O. Box 127, Westminster, MD 21158, or drop-off to: 30 Carroll Street, Westminster. School Supplies and gently used clothing are also accepted!

 

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 this weekend. 

 

In Other Parishes

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.

 

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.

 

Reminders

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS DEADLINE is 12:00 noon each Monday for the following weekend. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org. Thank you.