Mass Intentions

 Monday, October 10

      7:00 a.m.       Rosalie Baer

      9:30 a.m.       Madaline & Peyton Carr

Tuesday, October 11

      7:00 a.m.       Frances Shinsky

      9:30 a.m.       Paula McDurmott

Wednesday, October 12

      7:00 a.m.       William Deming

      9:30 a.m.       Lillian V. Mallonee

Thursday, October 13

      7:00 a.m.       Nelson Bruder

      9:30 a.m.       Rita Marie Fromm.

Friday, October 14

      7:00 a.m.       Katherine Kay

      9:30 a.m.       Frank Hartman

Saturday, October 15

      8:00 a.m.       Teresa Satterfield

      5:00 p.m.       Mary & Raymond Garner

Sunday, October 16

      7:15 a.m.       Parishioners of St. John Parish

      9:15 a.m.       Agnes Bordes

    11:15 a.m.       Anthony Gerace

      3:15 p.m.       Dennis Notich

      6:00 p.m.       Irene Perego

 

 

From the Pastor

   

    We are always encouraged and invited to pray for and witness to the sanctity of human life. During the month of October, we join with our bishop and Catholics throughout the United States in prayer for an end to abortion. The teaching of the Church in accord with the Gospel of Life continues to proclaim that all of life is sacred, from conception to natural death. This faithful, and clear message is more important than a political statement, a partisan agenda, or a litmus test of fidelity to the Church. With an open heart to God’s healing love and unfailing mercy, we seek the grace to respond generously and courageously to His gift of Life and call to holiness. Let us join in prayer for and witness to the gift of life.

 

            May God bless you, 

 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: We invite you to participate in a regular weekend Mass that will include the Sacrament of the Sick – an anointing with Holy and Healing Oils, on Saturday, October 15^th at 5:00 p.m. On Sunday, October 16^th the Sacrament of the Sick will be administered after the 11:15 a.m. Mass. We encourage all who are unable to come to church regularly to call the Health Care Ministry Office at the Parish Center to request assistance with transportation. Those who are encouraged to participate are the following: those (of any age) who suffer from any type of illness, such as emotional, mental, and physical illness. Please note this Sacrament is NOT to be confused with “Last Rites.” Although the prayers are the same, the intention of this Sacrament is one of healing in body, mind and soul. For more info or to arrange transportation, call the Health Care Ministry Office.

PERPETUAL ADORATION UPDATE! 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 & 8 p.m.; Mondays – 2 a.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 6 a.m.; and 4 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1 & 2 a.m.; and 2 p.m.; Thursdays – 12 & 2 a.m.; and 4 p.m.; Fridays – 2 & 5 a.m., and 6 p.m.; Saturdays – 1, 2, 3 & 10 a.m.; and 1,2,3,5 & 10 p.m. Please call the parish office.

 

ST. JOHN LECTOR MINISTRY: Are you interested in proclaiming Our Lord’s word to our church congregation? Do you feel that you have the ability to speak before others during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass? If so, please obtain the green lector ministry sign-up form located at the doors of the church, complete the front and return to the parish center at your convenience. For any questions regarding the Lector Ministry, contact Bob Andrews at 410-876-9151 or robertandrews@adelphia.net.

 

IT’S NOT TOO EARLY to TURN our HEARTS and MINDS to ADVENT and CHRISTMAS! If you are an experienced vocalist who would like to share your vocal gifts with the parish by singing for Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, and who can faithfully commit to a practice on Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. from now until Christmas, please consider this invitation! For more information, please contact Regina McCurdy at 410-876-3850 or rmccurdy816@yahoo.com.

 

We Pray …

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Albert Eaton, Ann Hepding, Romolo DiBlasio, Fr. William Simms, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS on the ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in loving memory of Anna Rothenberger, donated by her 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: Int. of Dorothy Keller, Jean Mayhew (5), Jared Wenek(4), Paul Jankowski Davis, Felix Baker(4), Clark Brumbley (9), Int. of Patrick Mulkerrin(2), Dorothy C. Hergenroeder, Nancy Nudelman, George Smutz(4), Alice Tremper(2), Gerald Robinson, Charles Thibault, Int. of Becky Mulkerrin, Int. of Mary Kate Mulkerrin, Michael Kepler, Bill Peck, Steven Sapp(2), James Gallagher, Ray Bonita, James L. Woll(2), Albert L. Liebno, Sr., Katie O’Brien(2), Int. of John Semler, Anthony Gerace, Jr., Int. of Peggy Spicer, Viola Burkovski, George Alder, Helen J. Bolte, Int. of Jean Wimmer, and Helen & Harry Litz.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … October 10-16

Mon.:   Rom 1:1-7;   Ps 98:1-4;   Lk 11:29-32

Tues.:  Rom 1:16-25;   Ps 19:2-5;   Lk 11:37-41

Wed.:  Rom 2:1-11;   Ps 62:2-3,6-7,9;   Lk 11:42-46

Thurs.: Rom 3:21-30;   Ps 130:1-6;   Lk 11:47-54

Fri.:      Rom 4:1-8;   Ps 32:1-2,5,11;   Lk 12:1-7 

Sat.:      Rom 4:13,16-18;   Ps 105:6-9,42-43;   Lk 12:8-12

Sun.:     Is 45:1,4-6;  Ps 96:1,3-5,7-10;  1 Thes 1:1-5;  Mt 22:15-21

          

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of October 2, 2005:

Envelopes:       $24,691.50                               Attendance:  3589

Loose:                   4,989.68                               Poor Box:   $2,004.97

TOTAL:         $29,681.18

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $30,700.00. Our current weekly average is $27,129.84. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,285,122          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             6,317,148          Pledged to date:         7,285,122.

Balance:               $     967,974 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       221,698

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

 

ALUMNI NEWSLETTER NEWS: the St. John School Alumni Newsletter has been mailed! We hope you enjoy your first issue! Please take note that the deadline for the “Name the Newsletter” contest will be extended until Mid-November (November 15^th) to give more people an opportunity to participate and to equalize the varying “receipt times” created by bulk mail challenges. Extra copies will be available in the church. There is a form you can fill out in the newsletter if you wish to be placed on our mailing list and receive it by mail…and remember; you don’t need to be an alumnus of St. John to enjoy/receive the newsletter. Thank you!

 

YOU CAN HELP St. John School by registering for the Safeway Club Card Education Program by November 1^st or participating in the Giant A+ Bonus Bucks Program beginning in October. This is an opportunity for St. John School to earn cash through your grocery purchases! Call Darlene Smith at 410-876-7031 or 410-848-1508 for info about this easy way to support St. John School.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

REMINDER: Reconciliation Parent Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 18^th or Thursday, October 20^th at 6:45 in the Portico. You may attend whichever meeting is more convenient for you. This meeting is for ALL parents who have a child in the second grade or Older Eucharist class.

 

 

SOUTHWEST TRIP, PARENT MEETING ... Sunday, Oct. 9

At 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria, we will have another parent meeting, for those wishing to come on the Utah/Arizona trip next summer. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss fundraising opportunities. If you cannot make the meeting but want more information, please call Paul in the Religious Ed. Office.

BIBLE STUDY: Want to join a bible study but just can’t make it up to St. John on school nights? We have the answer. Life Teen is starting an on-line bible study in October. To sign up, email Paul at pgallagher@sjwest.org.

 

SOUTHWEST TRIP: Next summer Life Teen is heading out to Utah and Arizona. We’ll be visiting Bryce and Zion National Parks, the Grand Canyon, and Scottsdale Arizona. The trip will include a whitewater-rafting day down the Colorado River. To learn more about the trip, please call Paul Gallagher.

 

 

THE EDGE  … Every 2^nd Sunday & 4^th Friday

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. All 7^th & 8^th graders are welcome. Bring a friend. 

 

ALL SAINTS DAY PARTY … Friday, October 28

Come dressed as your favorite Saint or Biblical character and bring their story with you to share. Prizes will be awarded for the most original costumes!

 

PARENT VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with the EDGE. If you are interested in serving the middle school youth program, please call Kate in the Religious Ed. Office at 410-848-8443. THANKS to those who have already stepped up to answer the call.

 

 

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

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. We meet in the cafeteria. All 5-6^th graders are welcome!

 

KIND WORDS … Friday, October 21

Competition and Christian Love, you don’t want to miss it! Christian-centered competition and great prizes on top of it all.

 

activities in Our Parish

ST. JOHN LADIES’ SODALITY ... Sunday, October 9

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

 

HEALTH CARE MEETING … Tuesday, October 11

At 1:00 p.m. in the St. Theresa room. Guest speaker will be Chaplain Judy Strayer.

 

WISDOM CLUB RETREAT …Thursday, October 13 

From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Bon Secours Retreat House in Marriottsville. Members will meet for a day of prayer, meditation and reflection. Our moderator, Msgr. Art, has planned a very insightful message for us entitled, 'Walking with Jesus.' The price of the retreat is $25.00 and includes lunch. Transportation is by private automobile. For reservations, call Irene at 410-848-0489.

 

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, October 25

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. The book to be discussed is “The Kiss from the Cross” by Ronda Chervin and is available at the Portico Bookstore. For info, call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250.

 

FILIAE MARIAE COMMUNION BREAKFAST … Sun., Nov. 13

With guest speaker Dr. Ronda Chervin, to be held at the Portico. Tickets are $15 per person and may be purchased at the parish center, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and at the Portico bookstore during regular store hours. For more info, contact Beverly Backof at 410-876-6275.

 

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, October 22

Couples married in October 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.

 

WISDOM CLUB CHRISTMAS TRIP … Tuesday, Nov. 29

St. John Wisdom Club sponsored trip to the Allenberry Dinner Theater. Leaving St. John parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and returning at 5:00 p.m. The cost is $65 per person and includes the show, bus, and buffet luncheon. For reservations, call Rosemary at 410-795-8491. This is a trip to get in the spirit of Christmas! Don’t miss it!

 

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 50/50 GRAND RAFFLE – $1000 minimum. This year there will be a 50/50 raffle prize that will be drawn at 4 p.m. at the Bazaar. During the last week of October, each family will receive 6 raffle tickets in the mail. The tickets may be returned through the school office, the religious education office, or the Parish Center. Also, on November 4/5, sold or unsold tickets may be retuned in the back of church.

 

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR DONATIONS:  The Market Place will accept donations for the Christmas Bazaar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the basement from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. until November 23^rd. Jewelry Jane When you are doing your fall cleaning, you may see jewelry that is no longer gleaming, don’t leave Jewelry Jane in a lurch, give your old jewelry to the Church. Contact Jane Schroeder for donations at 410-876-0096. Religious Articles: Fall Cleaning? Check your attics, basements, closets for new and old Religious articles to be sold at the Christmas bazaar. Call Al at 410-596-3608 for donation drop off other than the market place hours listed above or call Nina at 410-635-6422 for more information. Basket Boutique seeks business/individuals to sponsor a Longaberger Basket(s) for the Christmas Bazaar this year. If you are interested, please contact Kathy Rhoten at 410-876-8116. Stuffed Animals/Dolls and doll clothes in good condition are needed. Drop off during market place hours or call Cathy Hoos at 410-965-7687. Volunteers are needed on Friday and Saturday, December 2^nd and 3^rd. Please consider a few hours. Call Jim Diggs at 410-346-6576 for information.

 

CUB SCOUT PACK 420 is selling “Enjoy the City” coupon books that cover the greater Baltimore area, including Carroll County. You will find multiple 2 for 1 offers from dining, fast food, retail and activities. The books sell for $25 and are “buy-one-get-one-free.” To buy a book, please call Pat Wellman at 410-965-5907 (daytime) or 410-840-8303 (evening).

 

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 HEALTH CARE MINISTRY has a variety of wheelchairs, bedside commodes, walkers, etc. that are available for loan to families who need them. Call ext. 220 at the parish center to make arrangements.

 

THE KNOTT SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS announce the availability of four-year, full-tuition scholarships. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic achievement. Catholic students now in Grade 4 or 8, living in Baltimore City, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, or Howard counties may apply. These scholarships may be used to attend a Catholic parish elementary school or a Catholic high school within these geographic areas of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. For more information visit www.knottscholar.org or send a stamped, self-addressed business-sized envelope to: The Knott Scholarship Funds, P.O. Box 9489, Silver Spring, MD 20916-9489.

 

RCIA: If you or someone you know desires to become Catholic, our Sunday session of RCIA will begin Sunday, October 16^th.  To learn more, or to request an information packet, please call Paul Gallagher in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

SUNDAY NURSERY for 1-5 year olds will be held in classroom 2A of the school during the 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. Masses. For information, contact Peggy Rager at 410-848-0790. Please note change of location!

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

Please continue to help minister to the poor in Carroll County by remembering that next Sunday, the third weekend of the month, we observe Food Sunday. Please bring your donations of non-perishable food to church and place in the baskets by the doors. We especially need donations of canned meats, stews, spaghetti sauce, canned pasta meals, jelly, powdered milk, canned fruit and bottled juices. We also need paper goods, such as toilet tissue, baby diapers, paper towels, etc. Thank you so much for your continued help and generosity!

 

CLOTHING COLLECTION BINS are located to the far left of the church parking lot. Please put your donations in plastic bags and deposit them in the bins. Please do not leave bags outside the bins! This area is not designed for furniture or large items.

 

PREGNANT & NEED HELP? A 24-hour hotline is available at 1-800-521-5530. Pregnancy Centers located in Westminster, Taneytown and Reisterstown offer free and confidential help: counseling, medical, financial, housing, clothing, education, adoption. Volunteers also needed.

 

In Other Parishes

RETREAT at the GROTTO … Saturday, October 15

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, in Emmitsburg. Speakers include: Fr. Jack Lombardi, Fr. Leo Patalinghug, Fr. Erik Arnold, Fr. Andy Aaron, Deacon Richard Montalto, and Deacon Bill Pearson. Spend a day deepening your commitment to spiritual growth. To register or for more information, call Bill and Beth Ziegenhein at 410-684-2545.

SEPARATED, DIVORCED, WIDOWED RETREAT … Sat., Oct. 15

From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (liturgy to follow) at Shrine of St. Anthony, Ellicott City. “God of Second Chances,” sponsored by The Catholic Single Again Council of Baltimore. The cost is $30.00. For more information, contact Mary Ann at 410-485-8313 or singleagaincouncil@yahoo.com.

 

in our community

ANNUAL BANQUET & SILENT AUTION ... Sa., Oct. 29

Doors open at 6 p.m. for the Silent Auction Dinner. Program begins at 7 p.m. sponsored by the Good News Jail & Prison Ministry in Carroll County. The keynote speaker will be Manuel Baerga, the executive director of Teen Challenge of Maryland. Tickets are $20 per person. If interested, contact Debbie Loveland at 410-876-9249.

 

From The Archdiocese

PROJECT RACHEL is a program of counseling, compassion and healing for women and men who have been involved in an abortion. Completely confidential. 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. or you may bring them to the parish center. Thank you.