ST. JOHN BULLETIN JULY 5/6, 2008
PASTORAL LETTER
My Dear People of God,
At times, all of us find life burdensome. In life, there are all kinds of burdens—worry, responsibility, disappointments, hurts, guilt, bitterness, illness, a difficult relationship, divorce, addiction, self-alienation, and dislike for those who don’t go with our life rhythm or wishes. Today, our Lord is inviting us to bring our burdens to Him and He will give us rest. The penitential rite we recite at the beginning of the Mass that “I confess to Almighty God and to you my brothers and sisters that I have sinned in my own fault, in my thoughts, and in my words, in what I have done, and in what I have failed to do...”, should remind us that no one in this planet earth is perfect.
Therefore, we need to learn always to be humble and gentle. Gentleness is one of the most necessary qualities in life. To the gentle and the humble, Jesus promises peace of soul. It is because we know so little about being gentle with one another, that we have so much trouble in our homes and in the world. Proud and arrogant people do not bring peace. They spread confusion and unrest by projecting onto others their own anger and frustrations. Humble people disarm others and bring out the best in them.
Like a child, we need to be open to a power that is greater than ourselves. May God help us to overcome our own little loads so that we may spiritualize the world in Jesus’ love.
May God bless you all,
Fr. Festus
Adult Ed Calendar
Adult Education – Summer Vacation. We will start up again September 7 @ 9:15—10:15 with a new brand. So far suggestions for the new name have been: (1) Knowing Our Faith, (2) Christ in the World Group, (3) The Seekers, (4) The Truth Seekers, and (5) Focus on the Faith.
If you have another suggestion or a preference, please let Hank 333-0616, Joe 336-4353, or Pat 337-2118 know.
NEXT SUNDAY READINGS: Is. 55:10-11; Rom. 8:18-23; Matt. 13:1-23.
Join in praying the Rosary at 6:20AM before Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Marian Chapel.
Do you find yourself in need of more patience, perseverance, faith, hope, and love of God and neighbor? Do you realize these are just some of the "fruits" of praying the Rosary? Our Blessed Mother waits with her arms full of many graces to shower upon those who respond to her pleas to pray the Rosary.
Persons willing to lead the Rosary before the 8:00AM and 10:30AM Masses on Sunday should contact Fr. Festus.
PERPETUAL ADORATION: “Dear Children of My Eucharistic Heart, did you know angels surround the Tabernacle in your churches? They surround the monstrance of Exposition and sing out their alleluias in praise and thanksgiving for this union of hearts—man's heart to God's Heart. Graces come doubly to a soul who believes I am present even though not seen. You will see Me with your heart. What a joy!!" Direct all questions on Adoration to Victor De Lapo, 335-1201.
SILENCE PLEASE!! Conversations and fellowship after Mass are welcome in the Gathering Area, but please leave the church area a “quiet zone” for persons who wish to stay to pray after Mass. Your cooperation is appreciated.
PRAYER LIST: We pray for all people who are listed in the Book of Intercession and for our parishioners who have asked us for prayers: John Ewbank, Leo Danel, Bud Shipley, Marie Puckett, Katherine Casey, Louise Connor, Teresa Anderson, Jim Hagan, Bill Creel, Esther Phelan, Virgil Horning, and Allyson Perry.
We pray for our parishioners’ families and friends who have asked for prayers: Thang Lé, Sharon Nunn, Margaret McKay, Valerie Sue McKay, Treasure Reynolds, Jolene Owens, Missy Keller, Jason Keller, Eliseo Sauceda, Carol Ann Christensen, Jared Daily, Louis O'Connor, and Helen Harig.
MASS INTENTIONS
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
7:00AM + Betty Smith (Don Smith)
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
5:15PM + Harry Herzig (Mr. & Mrs. Creel)
+ Betty Smith (Mike Smith)
Thursday, July 10, 2008
7:00AM + Lawrence & Pauline Hagenhoff (Frank & Dot Vatalaro)
Friday, July 11, 2008
11:30AM JANE PHILLIPS MEDICAL CENTER CHAPEL
Saturday, July 12, 2008
5:00PM SP. INT. family of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Doggett
Sunday, July 13, 2008
7:30AM + Betty Smith (Mike Smith)
11:00AM FOR PARISHIONERS
1:30PM HISPANIC MINISTRY
NEW MASS SCHEDULE
as of July 13, 2008 (next weekend)
ST. JOHN
4:00PM Confessions (No Change)
5:00PM Saturday Vigil (No Change)
7:30AM Sunday
11:00AM Sunday
1:00PM Sunday Confessions (No Change)
1:30PM Sunday-Hispanic Mass (No Change)
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
9:15AM Sunday
Weekday Masses at St. John will remain the same.
Weekday Masses at Our Lady of Guadalupe (after July 13):
8:30AM Tuesdays and Thursdays
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
Saturday, July 12, 2008 5:00PM
Euch. Min . V. Soebbing, J. Fangmeier, K. Schutz
Reader M. Stewart
Servers J. Kennedy, P. Gormley, D. Gormley
Sunday, July 13, 2008 8:00AM
Euch. Min. D. Griffin, S. Dale, C. Taverner,
Reader G. McCourt
Servers R. Gelado, A. Gronigan, T. Hegwer
Sunday, July 13, 2008 10:30AM
Euch. Min. R. Hankinson, Clyde Jones, M. Janda, Guy Lenora,
R. Colvin, J. Colvin
Reader B. Hoelker
Servers M. Atkinson, E. Farr, A. Keller
Sunday, July 13, 2008 1:30PM
Euch. Min. L. Acosta. M. Acosta
THURSDAY AFTERNOON PRAYER OPPORTUNITY: Come join us for the Rosary and Chaplet of Mercy in the chapel at 1:00PM on Thursdays. We will pray for your intentions, too.
INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH ? The INQUIRER’S CLASS (RCIA) is a no cost, no obligation way to learn the history, background, theology, traditions, and liturgy of the Church. The basic INQUIRER’S phase of the class runs Wednesday evenings for two hours [7:00 – 9:00] for 11 periods starting September 3. Other phases of the RCIA program continues until the Easter Vigil for those who complete the Inquirers phase and are interested in becoming Catholic. The final phase runs from Easter to the second week in May. See the yellow folders in the pamphlet racks for more details. If you are interested, call the Church office and leave your name, phone number, and address—you will be contacted by a member of the program staff.
ATTENTION JR. HIGH, GRADES 6-8
!!!SUMMER BLAST!!!
Don’t forget, this summer, we will meet Thursday evenings, 6-8PM in the Youth Room.
WORLD YOUTH DAY BENEFIT GOLF BALLS: The World Youth Day group will have a table set up in the gathering area to sell some lightly used golf balls that were donated to us. If you're interested, stop by. Balls will sell for 50 cents each or 3 for $1.
YOUTH NEWS!! ATTENTION ALL 9TH THROUGH 12TH GRADERS
Youth Group Sundays, 7PM.
REMEMBER OUR WORLD YOUTH DAY PILGRIMS: We would like to thank all the parishioners who help us financially & spiritually as we journey with the Holy Spirit to World Youth Day in Australia. We leave on July 9th and will be returning back home late on July 21st. Please keep us in your prayers that we, as well as all the youth from the diocese, have a safe & spiritually uplifting trip. --Samantha Gormley, Amanda & Karen Cruce
ANNUAL BUDGET
(Projected Expenses) $542,000.00
JULY 1, 2007-JUNE 30, 2008
Weekend of June 28/29, 2008
Projected Collections $ 10,423.07
Our Offerings $ 5,521.15
Revenue Shortfall of Budget ($ 4,901.92)
Thank you for your continued generosity and stewardship.
DIFFICULTY HEARING DURING MASS?? We have portable electronic hearing devices available for the hearing impaired and for those who have difficulty discriminating some word sounds. The devices are at the back of the nave on a table near the steps to the choir loft. Please use one if you have a problem. Let us know what you think of them. The devices are far more effective than an amplifier that makes sounds louder—they pick up the speech from the microphones and transmit it to the user thus eliminating the reverberation caused by our cavernous building. They only work with the frequency of our sound system and will not be helpful in front of a TV or at a Movie etc, so please return them to the table after Mass. If you would like to have a personal device we can order you one for about $100.00. Call Hank 333-0616.
Helping St. John School: Please remember to use the newspaper/waste paper recycling bins located in the west parking lot. Also, we are still collecting Box Tops and Campbell Soup barcode labels. The collection box is located in the rear of the Church. All proceeds go to St. John School. If you have any questions, contact Cindy Burke at 335-3744.
MOVING? MOVED? CHANGES MADE? If you are planning to move, or if you have changed residence, phone number, etc., please call the office, 336-4353 to let us know. Thank you very much for helping us keep our parish records current and updated.
THANK YOU FROM FR. FESTUS: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for the wonderful food, cards, and cake for my Birthday Celebration and Anniversary after the 10:30AM Mass on Sunday, June 29. I really appreciate all of the volunteers (The Knights of Columbus and Women’s Association) who helped make this a very memorable event. A ‘special thanks’ goes out to Annette Walker for organizing this celebration.”
BOOK SALE
Like being a first shopper? Come to our presale Friday, July 11 from 6-9pm for only $5. Open shopping is Saturday, July 12 from 8AM-4PM. The children's choir will be selling drinks to raise money for their choir robes. We are in need of helpers for the Saturday's sale. We are still taking donations. Thank you for your support. Lynda 333-2590 or Sherry 335-2667. Sale is in Fr. Lynch Hall sponsored by the woman's association.
USEAGE OF GATHERING AREA DISPLAY NOTE: Please check with the office before placing any displays in the Gathering Area or distributing any pamphlets in the church for approval. Be sure that your name and telephone number are on the back of the display so that we can return it to the proper group or person. Thank you.
LOST AND FOUND: Please be sure to check the basket in the back of the church for any items that you may have lost in church.
Mary Martha Outreach at 1845 W. 4th., needs volunteers to help hang clothes. Every weekday morning, from 9:00 to 11:00, or M - T - W - T afternoon from 1:00 to 3:00. Ask for Elaine or Susie.
CONCERN FOOD PANTRY NEEDS: Today the Ushers will be handing out a list of needs for CONCERN. Please take them home, search your pantry, or when you go to the grocery store please add a few of these items to your list. Feeding the needy has become a great challenge for the organizations in Bartlesville. CONCERN invites you to visit their building and see the devotion and the work that the volunteers do. They also can tell you what you can do to help. They need people to stack groceries, fill grocery sacks, talk to the clients, and do some of the interviews. None of this takes a lot of education, only a open loving heart that gives you the feeling that you are truly doing the work of our Lord. The best feeling of all!!!!
ST. JOHN WEEK AT-A-GLANCE
MONDAY, JULY 7, 2008
TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2008
7:30PM-Knights of Columbus 4th Degree
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2008
10:00AM-Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy in Chapel
11:00AM-Divine Mercy Formation Class in CR2
7:00PM-Choir
THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2008
1:00PM-Rosary prayer group
6:00PM-Jr. High Summer Blast
FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2008
6:00PM-Holy Hour
6:00PM-Women's Association Book/Video Presale
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2008
8:00AM-Women's Association Book/Video Sale
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2008
NO CRE
NO ADULT ED.
7:00PM-Youth Group
DON'T KEEP GOD IN A BOX…a live-in experience with Benedictine Sisters at St Joseph Monastery-2200 S Lewis-, Friday, July 18 at 7PM to Sunday, July 20 at NOON. For single Catholic women age 18+. Reservations required by July 15. Contact Sr. Catherine Martinez 918.746.4205 or srcathm@montecassino.org