Mass Intentions

 Monday, August 8

      7:00 a.m.       Joseph McClernan

      8:00 a.m.       Katie O’Brien

Tuesday, August 9

      7:00 a.m.       Tom McMann

      8:00 a.m.       Brad Kormann

Wednesday, August 10

      7:00 a.m.       Henry J. Farley

      8:00 a.m.       Clarence Shuss

Thursday, August 11

      7:00 a.m.       Sheila Baker

      8:00 a.m.       Int. of Kathy Black

Friday, August 12

      7:00 a.m.       Agnes Bitonti

      9:30 a.m.       Derik Sipes

Saturday, August 13

      8:00 a.m.       Frank Hartman

      5:00 p.m.       Mary T. Garner

Sunday, August 14

      7:15 a.m.       MaryAnn Murray

      9:15 a.m.       Robert Russo

    11:15 a.m.       Allison Finn

      3:15 p.m.       Parishioners of St. John Parish

      6:00 p.m.       Irene Perego

 

 

From the Pastor

    Please join me in expressing appreciation to all our liturgical ministers who throughout the year and especially during the summer months have faithfully served our parish. Despite the challenges of summer schedules and weather, they (altar servers, extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist, lectors, music ministers, ushers, sacristans, art and environment and altar society) continue to serve the Lord and our parish. Thank you for your commitment and dedication.

    I also thank Scott Link who has been our parish Youth Minister for his outstanding work and service to the youth of our parish. Because he will be moving to Pittsburgh, he has resigned his position. I pray that God will continue to bless him as he begins his new career. Welcome to Marty Link (Scott’s brother) who is our new Youth Minister. Marty is a graduate of our parish school, Calvert Hall and the University of Steubenville.

 

    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.

 

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.

 

CHILDREN'S CHOIR is looking for singers! The children's choir is for students in the 4th grade and up. The choir sings at the 5:00 p.m. Saturday Liturgy on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Required rehearsals are Monday nights in the church, 7-8 p.m. To join, please, call Mrs. Jane Schmidt at 410-840-8616.

 

OUR PARISH IS SEEKING an experienced organist/keyboard musician to provide music for funerals. This person will serve as the primary musician for funerals at St. John. Availability and flexibility are key, as are musical skill and awareness of the liturgical principles of sacred music in the context of funeral Masses. For more information, and/or to apply, please contact Regina McCurdy at 410-876-3850 (home), 410-591-5992 (cell) or frk@qis.net.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Martin Nuby Anderson, son of Kevin & Meredythe Anderson; Sophia Marie Coco, daughter of Stephen & Erica Coco; Isis Aleah Cook, daughter of Andrea & Thomas Cook, Jr.; Connor Stephen Manning, son of Allison & Matthew Manning, II; and Nelson Joel Paniagua, son of Juan & Sandra Paniagua.

 

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Katherine Mullen, William Marquat, Jonah M. Dunn, Lillian Mary Wills, Margaret Rinehart, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS on the ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Catherine Dull, donated by her loving family.

 

MASS INTENTIONS are of such high volume that it occasionally becomes necessary to send them to missions who can respond to them in a timely fashion. The following intentions have recently been sent: Robert Serio, Irene Packard (3), Joan Pitale, Al Janyssek, John Wandishin, Patricia Lallier (2), Int. of Peggy Spicer, Int. of Christine Sikorski, Robert Mazziott, Michael Kepler, John H. Ruhl, Zilia Amorocho (3), Gilio Jack Osti (2), Charles Joram, Sr., Donald Westcott, Frances Shinsky (2), Charles Victor, Mary Flanagan, Int. of Thomas Pallan, Agnes Bordes, Dick Hogan, Terry Hoh (2), Evelyn Mann, Ezekial Baben Drier, Carol Kenny, Adam Pajak, Janet Krupey, Robert Troxell, Crystal Bower, and Patricia Knepper.

 

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 … August 8-14

Mon.:   Dt 10:12-22;  Ps 147:12-15,19-20;   Mt 17:22-27

Tues.:  Dt 31:1-8;   (Ps) Dt 32:3-4,7-9,12;   Mt 18:1-5,10,12-14

Wed.:  2 Cor 9:6-10;   Ps 112:1-2,5-9;   Jn 12:24-26

Thurs.: Jos 3:7-10,11,13-17;   Ps 114:1-6;   Mt 18:21-19:1

Fri.:      Jos 24:1-13;   Ps 136:1-3,16-18,21-22,4;   Mt 19:3-12 

Sat.:      Jos 24:14-29;   Ps 16:1-2,5,7-8,11;   Mt 19:13-15

Sun.:     Is 56:1,6-7;   Rom 11:13-15,29-32;   Mt 15:21-28

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of July 31, 2005:

Envelopes:       $20,705.95                               Attendance:  3502

Loose:                   5,125.79                               Poor Box:   $1,619.23

TOTAL:         $25,831.74

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $30,700.00. Our current weekly average is $26,710.81. 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.

 

SPECIAL COLLECTION … August 6^th and 7^th 

Is for the Catholic Communications Campaign and Catholic University of America annual collection. Thank you for your continued generosity.

 

WILL YOU? Many people think about making a will at one time or another during their lifetime. Yet, it is estimated that up to 70% of Americans leave their estate without having made a will. A will allows you to control how your loved ones are provided for after your death. Every person should have a will appropriate for their individual circumstances. Through a will you can distribute your property as you choose; appoint your own executor; provide for trusts and perhaps even provide for your church or favorite ministry. A gift to St John, for example, establishes a lasting legacy of love for others by enabling us to continue the preservation and expansion of our Catholic heritage through our many ministries. Please make St John a part of your planned giving option.

 

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.

 

SOON WE WILL BE in the process of sending out St John School’s First Alumni Newsletter! Thank you to all those who have already called in or e-mailed us your address, and those of your fellow classmates & friends....you will receive your newsletters shortly! If you haven’t already sent us your address, please call Darlene at 410-876-7031 or 410-848-1508 or e-mail Colleen at chattrup@sjwest.org to get on the list. 

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION is in need of 15 teachers and several assistants and hall monitors for this coming year. Please prayerfully consider sharing your faith with the young people of your parish! Call our Office to find out the grades and class times that are available.

 

PARENT MEETING/PACKETS MAILED to all those who have registered their children for fall 2005 classes. Included in the packet is information about the parent meetings being held; Tuesday, August 23 at 4:30 and 6:45 p.m., and Thursday, August 25^th at 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. in the Portico.

 

REGISTRATION: 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!

 

 

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.

 

LIFE TEEN BIBLE STUDY … 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 the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

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.

 

 

WILD and WINDY RELAY … Friday, August 19

From 7 – 8:30 p.m., meet in the cafeteria.  Join us for a  windy game about the Holy Spirit.

GOING BANANAS … Friday, September 2^nd  

From 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Bring an ice cream topping to share. All 5^th and 6^th graders are invited to attend.

 

activities in Our Parish

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. Aug. 7

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.

 

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!

 

HEALTH CARE MINISTRY … Tuesday, August 9

At 1:00 p.m. in the parish center. All Health Care ministers are asked to attend this meeting with Msgr. Art.

 

ST. JOHN LADIES’ SODALITY ... Sunday, August 14

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. Sodality members will have a potluck picnic at the home of Katherine Dukehart on Sun., Aug. 14 at 1 p.m. R.S.V.P. to Katherine.

 

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

From 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m., at the Historic Shriver Homestead. 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! Please 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.

 

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 during the Religious Ed. Office hours (see bulletin front) 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.   

 

CRAFTERS’ 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 APPRECIATION … Sunday, August 14

From 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at a local community pool as a way to thank the Altar Servers and parents. Please join us for a Picnic with games and swimming. 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 loved one. Facilitators are trained and using a book entitled “The New Day”. Meetings will be Wednesday, from 7:30 – 9 p.m. in the St. Theresa room, beginning September 7^th - November 2. Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. To register/info, contact Janet Tenney at 410-833-1542.

 

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 *

The St. Vincent de Paul Society thanks all parishioners for all you do to make our job easier in supporting this ministry!

 

SHEPHERD’S STAFF BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM needs your 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!

 

In Other Parishes

COMMUNICATING with SPANISH SPEAKERS: 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.