Parish Bulletin

It all happened 50 years ago just like the building of St John School at its present 43 Monroe Street address. The year is 1957, when a stamp cost 3 cents and gas was 23 cents per gallon. Any idea what tuition cost for a high school for one year in 1957? Parents of current Catholic High students do not want to know!!!

Fifty years ago this year, we began the transition from our Main Street location to Monroe Street. There are many alumni who still remember the excitement of moving from one location to another and there are many more alumni who attended St. John School from 1 - 12th grade or some part of it.

In honor of this momentous occasion 50 years ago, the Development Office of the school, spearheaded by Mr. Ralph Arnold, is trying to locate alumni from the high school to invite them to gather together for this Golden Jubilee. If you are an alumnus and/or know of alumni or anyone who attended the high school, please have them send an email to Ralph Arnold, Class of 1969. (rarnold@monlife.com) or call the School Development Office 410-876-2248 x218 . Thank you!

PERPETUAL ADORATION UPDATE… At the end of May we will need someone for the following hours of Adoration: Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 p.m. hour, and Thursday from 12-1:00 p.m. Anyone willing to come for Adoration at these times please call the parish office.

The Sodality invites ALL PARISHIONERS to the Annual May procession and Benediction at 1:00 p.m.

MOTHER’S DAY SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS are available at the doors of the church and at the parish center.

WE ASK YOUR PRAYERS for all who are homebound or in nursing homes and for all the sick, especially…Baby William Connor Coyne, Baby Nathan Robert Boner, Jan Radtke, Gilbert Hale, Cecelia Hinkel, Regina Streithof, Bob Bolesta, Grace Fischer, Gertrude Witte, Richard Milligan, Mary Chubb, Andy Scheper, Charles Fischer, Joseph Giordiano, Jessie Waters, Phyllis Kordon, Yurgan Rebling,Minde Machande, Anna Leister, and Hazel Ethridge.

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of Norman Hughes, Mary Cellini, and Constance Humphrey and for their families and friends.

BAPTISMS: Congratulations and welcome to Maxamilian Doon Reinhardt, son of Lisa and Melvin Reinhardt; Makayla Rose Premo, daughter of Heather Treadwell and Derek Premo and William Connor Coyne, son of Jennifer and Edward Coyne.

EASTER FLOWER MEMORIALS: We regret that the following were submitted but did not appear on the Flower Memorials listing: Robert and Anna M. Baumgardner, The Charles Harman Family and Ruth and Cleveland Dell.

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND were donated by St. John Ladies Sodality on behalf of Bea Wolf in memory of Sarah and William Hoffman and Ann Grzasko in memory of Stanley Grzasko.

Stewardship

STATUS of MORTGAGE:

Beginning Balance: 4/1/07 $2,018,150

Paid: Interest $14.369

Principal 12,193 -26,562

Interest Charged 12,192

Ending Balance 4/1/07.................................................... $2,003,780

NOTICE: The “5^th Sunday” envelope offerings are used to reduce the mortgage.

SECOND COLLECTION this weekend (May 5-6) is to help support the seminarians of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Thank you for your generous support of vocations.

SPECIAL THANKS again to all who donated directly to St. Michael School, Frostburg, MD as a result of Fr. Patrick Besel’s visit and talk a few weeks ago, during the Lenten Appeal. All recent gifts have been gratefully received and acknowledged-special thanks to all those anonymous donors who gave gifts of cash as well! God Bless You!

THANK YOU…The Little Sisters of the Poor gratefully acknowledge the love and support shown to them recently. Their collection amounted to $10,190.73. The residents of St. Martin’s Home join them in promising daily prayers for all of the many intentions here at St. John. Thank you for your generosity.

CARDINAL’S LENTEN APPEAL-THERE'S STILL TIME!!! Don't panic! You still have time to make your donation to the Cardinal's Lenten Appeal! Just write out your check made payable to "Lenten Appeal" and put it in an envelope marked "Lenten Appeal" and place in the collection basket. Thank you!

May 7 – 3^rd Grade Field Trip – 9:45-2:00 p.m.

May 9 – National Teacher’s Day

May 10 – Family Fun Day – Grades 6-8

May 11 – All School Liturgy – 9:30 a.m.

May 11 – Family Fun Day - Grades K-5 & Middle School Dance

REMINDER: Market Day Order Forms Due Monday, May 7^th. Pick up is Tuesday, May 22^nd in the Portico from 3-4 p.m. Call Teresa Richardson if you have any questions 410-848-4744 x227.

SIGN UP TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL…Get on the bus with Box tops. and win 10,000 bonus Box Tops for our school. Go to www.boxtops4education.com/bus

CATECHIST CERTIFICATION: We would like to congratulate two of our volunteers for being certified as Catechists by the Archdiocese: Kelley Chesebrough received her Preliminary Catechist Certificate and Jane Schmidt received her Advanced Catechist Certificate. We want to thank Jane and Kelley, along with all our many other volunteers who take time to receive their certification in order to better serve the young people of our parish.

CONGRATULATIONS to our students who made their First Holy Communion last weekend. We pray these students and their families will always receive the Risen Lord and spread His love among all people.

It’s that time of year again! Vacation Bible School begins June 25 and runs through June 29 from 9-12:00 p.m. We are in need of at least 5 more teachers and helpers in all areas. If you can help please, call 410-848-8443.

Life Teen is a High School Youth Ministry that meets every 1st, 2nd and 4th Sunday at 7:15 p.m. in the Cafeteria. On the 3rd Sunday of each month we meet in the Portico at 7:15. Newcomers are welcome!

Sun., May 4 – MASSive – Is this you at Mass? You may think Mass is boring, but that’s because you don’t realize the MASSIVE things that go on at the Mass. If Mass bores you, this is one night you should not miss. Let’s just say it’s going to be a totally sweet night with some MASSIVELY AWESOMENESS!!

Sun., May 27 – Family Movie Night and Cookout: Celebrate Memorial Day Life Teen style: a big screen movie and food! Here’s the deal, you bring the blanket/lawn chair and your family. We bring the movie and the food! Why pay $10 to go to the movies when you can go for free!

STEUBENVILLE PARENT MEETING CHANGED: Due to a scheduling error, the May 20^th parents meeting has been moved to June 24^th. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

YOUTH MINISTRY CERTIFICATION: We would like to congratulate one of our Core Members for being certified in Youth Ministry by the Archdiocese: Julie Mathias received her Youth Ministry I Certificate. We want to thank Julie for the taking time to receive her certification in order to better serve the young people of our parish.

We meet every 2^ndSunday and 4^th Friday from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. This ministry is open to all 6^th, 7^th & 8^th graders.

Fri., May 25 – Twin Kiss Night – We will meet at the cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. and walk down the hill to Twin Kiss for ice cream! Start Memorial Day weekend off right by relaxing with your friends and laughing over a sundae, snowball, or even a milkshake! Join us!

We meet in the Cafeteria from 7-8:30 p.m. every 1^st and 3^rd Friday. Bring your friends and join the fun! Contact Kate for details.

Fri., May 18^th- Mystery Fun Night- Come and see what Youth Alive is all about… HAVING FUN!

Join us for our regular meeting at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Therese Room at the Parish Center.

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTION ... May 12/13 & 19/20
All registered parishioners, aged 16 and older, are encouraged to complete one of the ballots in the pews at all Masses during either weekend, and place it in one of the ballot boxes at the entry areas of the church by the conclusion of the 6:00 Mass on Sunday, May 20. We ask you to prayerfully consider the following candidates: Ralph Arnold, Dave Geiman, Jerry Hynson, Jack Lusby, Becky Martin, Jim O’Donnell, Demian Seeley, Lou Stachowiak and Christy Tenney. More detailed information on each candidate is posted in the entry areas of the church. Thank you.

The Sodality will meet for the 9:15 a.m. Mass, followed by the Rosary. A meeting will then be held in the parish center. All ladies of the parish over 18 years of age are invited to attend. For more information, call Carolyn Keiner at 410-848-4563.

The Carroll County Health department will be in the Portico to offer free blood pressure screenings from 10-12:00 p.m.

Due to a scheduling conflict, Fr. Joe will be rescheduled for a date to be confirmed by him in the immediate future.

2007 PARISH CARNIVAL NEEDS YOUR HELP: (May 28-June 2)…Have you been looking for just the right volunteer opportunity to support the parish, share your talent AND meet lots of fun people? Then the Carnival Committee is for you! We need parishioners to volunteer to help out at our booths. Learn skills, meet great people, and have fun while helping our parish! Call Bob Detrow at 410-840-0307 for more details.

Couples wishing to register for Session 2, please contact Rosalie Seeley at Rosalie seeley@verizon.net.

Join St. John Roses for a leisurely afternoon of tea, scones, and more at the Portico. A certified plant designer will discuss how to design and plant a perennial garden. Cost: $15 per person. Time: 2-4 p.m. Tickets are limited. For reservations call Cathy Hoffman 410-840-3659 or Linda Nester 410-751-5258. Proceeds to benefit Head Start. Come “Bloom and Grow” with us.

Join the Wisdom Club for a trip to Charlestown Slots for a fun day! Cost is $36 and includes the bus and buffet. Deadline for payment is May 24^th. The bus leaves St. John parking lot (across from the church) at 9 a.m., returning at approximately 5 p.m. For more info contact Maureen Fugate at 410-840-4676.

Mark your calendar now for St. John’s Annual Golf Tournament to be held at the much-improved Bear Creek Golf Club in Westminster. Cost per golfer is $80.00 ($100 after July 22) and includes all fees, food, beverages and trophies. Shot gun start at 1:00 p.m. Hole sponsors and door prizes are needed. For details call John Stephens 410-848-3722 or Dean Ditman 410-875-4221.

SPRING CLEANING TIME: It’s not too early to start thinking about items for our Christmas Bazaar. Check your closets, drawers, attics, basements for any new or used religious pictures, statues, medals, bibles, etc. for our 2007 Christmas Bazaar. Call Nina at 410-635-6422 for more information.

BLESSINGS CLOSET … During the month of May, St. Vincent de Paul is asking for your help to assist us in supporting the Shepherd’s Staff Blessing Closet for the needy in our area. The following items are needed and can be dropped in the baskets at the doors of the church: bath tissue, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, paper towels, napkins, tissues, all purpose cleaners, trash bags, feminine supplies, baby care items, light bulbs and liquid food supplements. Thank you for caring.

There will be a series of seminars and expositions from 5:30 until 10:00 p.m. sponsored by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce at The Portico dealing with topics on Elder Law, Senior Living Options, and Long Term Care Planning. Pre-registration is required – deadline to register is April 30^th. Call the Chamber at 410-848-9050 for more details and to register.

If your relationship has grown cold and distant, if you are separated or thinking about separation or divorce, Retrouvaille can help. Retrouvaille is a Catholic program designed to help hurting couples mend and heal their brokenness. Call 410-647-0350 or visit our web site: www.retrouvaille.org. All calls are confidential.

The CAC is holding their annual Memorial Day picnic at Centennial Park in the Overlook Pavilion in Columbia from 10:00- 8:00 p.m. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. The CAC, is a social organization for single adult Catholics who are professionals and free to marry in the church. For information, contact Paul at pmka729@yahoo.com or the CAC info line at 410-580-1250.

DELONE CLASS OF 1982 REUNION…We are planning our 25^th class reunion this year and are updating our class directory and are asking anyone who has not yet been contacted by a class member to contact Kim Dubs-Kenworthy at bnkken@earthlink.net

Thurs., May 10- College of Notre Dame’s Accelerated College and Weekend College will hold an information session for prospective students at 6 p.m. in Fourier Hall on Thursday, May 10. For more information or to make a reservation, call 410-532-5000 or log onto www.ndm.edu or send an e-mail to accelerate@ndm.edu or wec@ndm.edu.

Interested in Classes in Scripture, Theology, or Church Ministries? Deadline May 15

The summer term at the Ecumenical Institute of Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary and University begins June 4th, where accredited master’s-level theological education (courses, degrees, certificates) is offered to qualified women and men of all denominations. Auditors are welcome. Pastors should consider our post-master’s Certificate of Advanced Studies. May 15 is the application deadline. For details call Patty Rath at 410-864-4200 or prath@stmarys.edu, or visit the website at www.stmarys.edu/ei.

Archbishop Edwin F. O’Brien of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA will celebrate Mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Michigan Ave., NE, Washington, D.C. at 4:30 p.m. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available from 3:00-3:45 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Rosary. No tickets are necessary , but if you plan to attend, please arrive by 4:20 p.m. If you are unable to attend, this Mass will be televised on EWTN several times over the Memorial Day weekend. Check your local listings.

The College of Notre Dame of Maryland is accepting registrations for day classes for the summer session that starts Monday, June 4. The Institute offers beginning through advanced classes including writing and grammar, reading and discussion, listening and speaking, vocabulary, pronunciation, American culture and a preparation course for TOEFL. For information, call 410-532-5566 or go to www.ndm.edu>institutes>eli.

The Sisters of Bon Secours are having a “Come and See Vocation Hospitality Weekend” at their Provincial House in Marriottsville. During that weekend, women are invited to explore the possibility of religious life by spending time with the sisters and other interested women in group discussions, share prayer and community. An optional tour is also available on Friday, June 22 from 1-4 pm. Register online at www.bonsecoursvocations.org

The annual EXPO at the Baltimore Convention Center is an exciting event for ALL Catholics combining fun, fellowship, information, and spiritual renewal. Over 50 speakers and 100 exhibitors. Mass and keynote by Archbishop Donald Wuerl of Washington, DC. Thursday exclusive home schooling day, Friday evening Marriage Renewal Retreat, Mass and confessions everyday. Speakers include marriage therapists, relationship experts, business executives, life coaches, priests, educators, parents and many others. Visit www.catholicfamilyexpo.org .

May 28- June 3 – Parish Carnival

June 9, 15 & 16 – Pre-Cana – Session 2

June 10 - Garden Tea Party – 2-4 p.m. – Portico

HOW TO REGISTER at this PARISH: All new parishioners who wish to register at the parish are invited to receive a welcoming packet from either the Parish Office, Ushers, School, Religious Education, or Baptism Preparation Class. The welcoming packet will invite you to a “Welcoming and Registration Sunday” which is held the last Sunday of the each month, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. at The Portico.

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