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Weekly Prayer and Update - December 16
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Our Mission: Love God, love others, proclaim the good news, and make disciples.
Our Vision: A vibrant Catholic community of growing disciples, witnessing the Gospel
and leading all to Jesus Christ.
This Sunday's Gospel Reflection
December 1 - The Third Sunday of Advent
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121822.cfm
Contemplation from Lectio Divina
What conversion of mind, heart, and life is the Lord asking of me?
He was a righteous man, yet unwilling to expose her to shame.
When have my actions shamed and hurt people rather than supported them? Who in my life is in need of extra care these days?
Such was his intention when, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream.
How have I heard God speaking to me? How have I responded to God’s voice?
“God is with us.”
When have I felt God’s presence most strongly? How can I become more aware of God’s presence in my life?
What's New at SJE?
Find Out in the Weekly Bulletin and Our Website!
There's a lot more news than what's highlighted in the weekly Flocknote! Be sure to check out the full Sunday bulletin to stay in the loop. Our website, www.sjehydes.org, is another great resource to stay connected.
Click here for the bulletin, where you'll find all the latest news and information, including information about:- Fr. Pete's Weekly Pastor's Notes
- Religious Education Faith Formation News
- Youth Ministry News
- School News
- Mass Intentions
- Prayers for the Sick/Deceased
- and MORE!
Christmas Cash Raffle
At the 9:00 AM Mass this Sunday, the winners of the Christmas Cash Raffle will be drawn. There are three drawings. First prize is $3,000, second prize is $2,000, and third prize is $1,000. Names will be announced as they are drawn and published in next week’s bulletin. Winners need not be present for the drawing.
Thank you for your participation and good luck!
Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Colleen Sisolak 410-592-6206 Ext. 108
youthministry@sjehydes.org
Please keep students taking exams in the coming weeks in your prayers.
Lord Jesus,
You know that these students are very anxious about their tests and exams that they have to face very soon.
We ask that You would calm their anxious, clouded thoughts.
Please calm their nerves, and let them rest in You always.
We pray that as they enter their exams, You will fill their hearts with perfect peace that only comes from You.
Please also give them clarity of thought, and prompt their minds to remember all the things that they have studied.
Give them the wisdom and the ability to transfer their thoughts to paper.
It’s in Your precious name we pray,
Amen.
Young Adult Small Group
As many college students return home for winter break, we invite you to pray for their safe travels and a relaxing, peaceful break. We would also like to invite these students to join our Young Adult Small Group! College aged Small group continues to meet on Sunday’s beginning at 1 PM. Please attend 11:30 AM Mass, then head up the hill to the Koontz House for conversation and fellowship with others your age. (Being a college student is not a requirement to attend, being between the aged of 18-24 is.)
Confirmation 2023
Our first Confirmation preparation session will be held on Tuesday, January 3, at 6:45 PM in the church hall. We ask that parents and sponsors join our candidates for this first session.
Fleece Donations
St. John the Evangelist’s youth ministry is asking for donations of 2-yard lengths of fleece fabric or no-sew blanket kits to make blankets for those in need of extra warmth this winter. Fleece material and no-sew blanket kits can be found at JoAnn Fabric, Michael’s Craft Store, Walmart, or Amazon. Please bring your donations to the parish office. We will be collecting materials ALL WINTER long! If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Sisolak at youthministry@sjehydes.org
Pro Tip: Coupons can be found at https://www.joann.com/coupon/ and https://www.michaels.com/coupons
Christmas Mass Schedule
Our Mass schedule for the 2022 Christmas season is as follows.
Christmas Eve:
Saturday, December 24, at 4 PM, 6 PM, 8 PM
Christmas Day:
Sunday, December 25, at 8 AM, 10 AM
Feast of Mary, Mother of God:
Saturday, December 31, at 5 PM
Sunday, December 1, at 8 AM and 10 AM
Early Bulletin Deadline
Due to upcoming early printing deadlines and the parish office Christmas holiday closure (December 24- January 1), information/items for the January 1 bulletin are due no later than Monday, December 19. Please send to: bulletin@sjehydes.org
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be taking a break for the Christmas and New Year holidays. While CLOW will not be offered on Christmas Eve, there will be a family Mass at 4:00 PM on December 24. We also encourage you to continue celebrating Mass as a family each week. We will see you again in the new year!
We would love to offer CLOW every week but we need more leaders and assistants! For more information or to help serve in this ministry, contact Melanie Hecht at mlhecht927@protonmail.com. It is a great place for adults and teens to serve!
Formed Advent Resources
For Advent we are suggesting several titles that will help you in your spiritual preparation for Christmas:
Forgiveness – Three 30-minute videos that speak of God’s mercy and forgiveness and the Sacrament of Reconciliation
Daily Advent Reflections with Dr. Timothy Gray – sign up for free at daily.formed.org to get daily emails that will lead you through the season of Advent.
What is the True Meaning of Christmas? with Dr. Michael Patrick Barber – Learn about the origins of many Christmas traditions and the meaning behind many of your favorite Christmas pastimes
For the younger members of our parish here are some videos to watch;
Brother Francis Presents The Days of Advent – featuring meditations, prayers and activities to keep Christ in Christmas
Juan Diego: Messenger of Guadalupe – The story of St. Juan Diego and his meeting with Our Lady
Nicholas: The Boy Who Became Santa – discover how Nicholas discovered he had a very special gift, the gift of giving.
There are many other selections to choose from. Watch all or just one offering on FORMED during Advent as you prepare for the joyous celebration of Christmas. For more information contact Barbara Anderson at andersonbh@sjehydes.org.
Formed is a FREE to-you resource! If you haven’t signed up yet here’s an easy way to get started:
In your browser go to formed.org
Click “sign up”
Click “Sign up as a parishioner”
Search using “St. John Hydes” & click “St. John 13305 Long Green Pike, Hydes, MD”
Type your name and email address
Go to email, open message from formed.org then click “Sign in Now” (for every device you open FORMED on, you will need to do this step.
Christmas Flower Offering
Our recent Advent mailing included an envelope for an offering to remember and/or honor loved ones with Christmas flowers. Additional envelopes are in the parish office. Be sure to return your envelope by December 18. Names will be published in the bulletin later in January.
Eucharistic Adoration
We can show our adoration to God in many ways, but in Eucharistic Adoration, we spend time adoring the true presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Join us for Adoration on Tuesday, December 20, in the chapel at 9:30 AM.
SJE Winter Policy
Office: If Baltimore County OR Harford County Schools open one or two hours late, the office will open accordingly, one or two hours late. If Baltimore County OR Harford County Schools are closed, the office will open at noon if conditions permit. Please call after 12:00 PM to make sure before coming to the office.
Weekday Mass: Should Baltimore OR Harford County public schools open late or be closed due to inclement weather, there will be no 8:30 AM weekday Mass.
Activities: Should Baltimore OR Harford County public schools be closed due to inclement weather, there will be no afternoon or evening activities or events at St. John, including Religious Education classes and Youth Ministry activities.
Sunday Religious Education classes will be canceled if Phase 1 or 2 of the Snow Emergency Plan is in effect.
Work at St. John
Administrative Assistant Position Available
St. John the Evangelist is seeking an administrative assistant. This benefit-eligible position is scheduled for 36 hours per week. Typical duties include greeting and assisting parishioners, managing the phone system, preparing correspondence for the pastor, managing the office supplies, logging in receipts, and other duties as needed. Please contact Shawn Blair, business manager in the parish office if interested.
410-592-6206 ext. 113
Religious Education Faith Formation
Theresa Konitzer 410-592-6206 Ext. 107
konitzermt@sjehydes.org
The schedule for Faith Formation classes for the next four weeks is as follows:
Grades K - 8
Sunday, Dec 18: Classes - School
Sunday, Dec 25: No ClassesMerry Christmas
Sunday, Jan 1: No ClassesHappy New Year
Sunday, Jan 8: Classes - School
Nativity Skit
Reminder: Families participating in the Nativity Skit should arrive at the Church on Christmas Eve by 2:30 PM.
Faith Formation Families
In the weeks leading up to our celebration of Christmas, please check your e-mails as we will be sending Advent reflections for parents and information for children.
Vacation Bible School 2023
We are pleased to announce St. John the Evangelist’s Vacation Bible School Program “Hero Hotline” for Summer 2023 – June 25 – 30 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details will be released in January.
Walking with Purpose
Walking with Purpose, a dynamic WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY will begin a new season on January 8, 2023. If you are interested in experiencing a closer walk with Jesus and meeting a caring group of women to share your journey with, you won’t want to miss this life-giving, life-changing small group experience for women! The title of the study will be “Ordering Your Priorities”. It is an 8-week study and will run through Feb. 26. Registration is available now online using this link: https://bit.ly/WWPJan2023. In-person registration will be the weekend of Dec. 17/18. The book costs $20 and is available in the narthex, in the parish office, from the WWP website, and from Amazon. For more information, contact Barbara Anderson at andersonbh@sjehydes.org or 410-592-6206 x106.
Parish Office Holiday Closure
On Thursday, December 22, the parish office will close at noon for a staff Christmas luncheon.
In addition, the parish office will be closed from December 24 through January 1 for the Christmas holiday.
Should an urgent need arise, the parish phone recording includes an emergency option.
Solemnity of Mary Masses
Masses for the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God will be on Saturday, December 31 at 5:00 PM and Sunday, January 1 at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Sunday Perks
Coffee and donuts at Elgee’s Cafe will be taking a break for the holidays. We wish you a very merry Christmas and a blessed New Year! Sunday Perks will resume on Sunday, January 8, 2022, following 9:00 AM Mass.
St. Elizabeth of Hungary Food Pantry
We would like to send out a very big Christmas season “Thank you” to everyone who brought donations for St. Elizabeth of Hungary’s Food Pantry last Sunday. Our collection was just incredible! We had 3 cars and one truck loaded! Along with all of the generous food donations from so many of our parishioners – we also received numerous small toys/board games for the Food Pantry to include in their distribution at Christmastime. A VERY BIG THANK YOU goes out to a multigenerational St. John School and Parish family who donated an exceptionally generous amount of supplies! Grant money from Telephone Pioneers was once again used to donate
coats, scarves, gloves and hats. The Knights of Columbus also donated a chest freezer to the Pantry so they will now have the ability to store frozen items. Thank you to everyone! Our friends at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Food Pantry send their love
and appreciation to all of you and wish you all a very Merry Christmas!! One of the Food Pantry volunteers posted the following on Facebook – “My Christmas wish is that all of you and all those who donated are healthy, happy, and safe. I hope you all know how very blessed not only I feel, but all of us who volunteer at the St. Elizabeth’s Food Pantry. God bless you all.”
Our next Food Collection will be on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
Sunday 9 AM Live-stream on YouTube for the Sick/Homebound
The live-streamed 9 AM Mass continues as a ministry for the sick and homebound.
Those who are sick or homebound are welcome to join us for St. John’s Online Mass on Sundays at 9:00 AM. We will livestream and record Mass on the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (Hydes, MD) YouTube page. You do not need a Google or YouTube account to watch the livestream. Simply visit our YouTube page (https://bit.ly/StJohnLGVYouTube) and select the "Live" tab.
A link to the livestream will also be posted to our Facebook page each week.
