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Weekly Prayer & Update - Friday, May 13, 2022
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This Sunday's Gospel Reflection
May 15 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051522.cfm
Contemplation from Lectio Divina
What conversion of mind, heart, and life is the Lord asking of me?
My children, I will be with you only a little while longer.
When have I felt that God is far away from me? When have I felt that God is near?
I give you a new commandment: love one another.
Who is most in need of my love this week? Who is it challenging for me to love?
This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.
How do I respond to others in faith? How can I put my faith in action more effectively?
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!
Bicentennial Spring Fling -
Fireworks Planned for Tonight at Dusk
(Rain Date: Saturday at Dusk)
More info at: www.sjehydes.org/spring-fling
Weather-related updates for this weekend's Spring Fling will be posted on our parish website and Facebook, sent via Flocknotes, and a recorded message will be on our main phone line (410-592-6206).
Volunteer Spots Still Open for Spring Fling
All Adults Must Be in the Virtus Volunteer Registry
There are still some open spots in need of volunteers for this weekend. Please sign up by clicking the button below. Also, be sure you are registered to volunteer at the parish through Virtus.
Note: ALL adult volunteers must complete the basic registration and review of policies and scenarios at www.virtusonline.org, regardless of whether you're volunteering alongside other adults or minors.
Those planning to volunteer alongside minors must register, and in addition, complete an online background screening and online training and provide references. If you’re unsure of your registration status, contact Virtus Coordinator Jennifer Ehrlich at ehrlichje@sjehydes.org or 410-592-6206, ext. 104.
Minors 14-17 years old wishing to volunteer should contact Colleen Sisolak at youthministry@sjehydes.org to be sure a youth volunteer application is on file and that they only serve in an area with Virtus-certified adults (currently only as "floaters" assisting the chairperson).
Volunteer Sign Up
Mass Parking This Weekend
Saturday
The Spring Fling amusement rides will still be in place for Saturday evening's 5 PM Mass, so parking on Saturday will be limited to:- Parking spots to the left of the chapel
- Parking spots near the parish office
- Parking spots in front of the school
- In the grass at the top of the cemetery hill
Sunday
The rides will be broken down on Saturday night after the Spring Fling and should be out of the way on the main lots for Sunday Mass parking.
Pastoral Council Election - Meet the 2022 Nominees
Pastoral Council Elections are coming up via electronic ballot, which will be open May 23-May 30. The current list of nominees is attached for you to download and view. The election link will be shared in next week's update and will also be posted on our website and in the bulletin.
2022 Pastoral Council Nominees
This Coming Tuesday!
A Light in Long Green Valley:
A Bicentennial Evening of Reflection and Renewal
Shining Brightly Beyond 200 Years
(this event was formerly the Triduum of Prayer and Reflection)
When: Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 7:00 PM
Where: St. John the Evangelist Church
Speaker: Bishop Bruce Lewandowski, Auxiliary Bishop of Baltimore
Join other parishioners for an evening of music, prayer, and inspiration as we near the culmination of our Bicentennial celebration. This evening will be an opportunity to reflect on how the St. John the Evangelist parish community will continue to be a faith community for the next 200 years.
Bishop Bruce Lewandowski is a dynamic speaker who will be challenging us to recognize our giftedness and how our faith must be practiced beyond the walls of the church building. He will help us to begin to recognize how we can implement our parish plan and live out our parish mission to “Love God, love others, proclaim the good news and make disciples.”
RSVP is not required, but is appreciated - sign up HERE.
SJE Will Be 200 Years Old on Thursday, May 19, 2022!
Our 200th year as a faith community has been a wonderful opportunity to honor the past, celebrate the present and secure the future. We sincerely thank all those involved in making our Bicentennial Celebration events so special.
Next Friday!
Bicentennial Gala
Friday, May 20 - A Handful of Tickets Have Become Available!
If you’ve been thinking about coming to the Bicentennial Gala on Friday, May 20 from 6-10 PM at Hillendale Country Club, here's your LAST CHANCE to get tickets! A handful of tickets have become available for this special event which is sure to be the talk of the town! Contact the parish office to purchase tickets.
Next Sunday at 9 AM!
Bicentennial Culmination Mass and Reception with Archbishop Lori
Note Change in Mass Schedule for Next Sunday:
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM (not 7:30 AM)
Sunday 9:00 AM
(No 11:30 AM Mass)
The culmination of our 200th year is fast approaching! All are welcome for the special Mass and Reception on May 22.
9:00 AM Culmination Mass with Archbishop Lori
No 11:30 AM Mass that day
7:00 AM “Quiet” Mass Instead (note 7 AM, not 7:30 AM)
Followed by:
Procession To St. John School For Blessing of Children, Families, Teachers and Leaders
In the event of rain, the blessing will be in the Hall
All young people are asked to dress in spirit wear for their school to show the variety of school communities that make up SJE!
Time Capsule Planting at the Peace Pole
Bring a wallet-size photo with your name and age on the back to be dropped into the capsule before the Mass
Reception - all are welcome!
RSVP using the sign-up HERE to help us plan for the food.
Upcoming Staff Change
Our current Communications Coordinator, Jennifer (Jenn) Ehrlich, will be leaving the position in June to pursue other creative endeavors. We’re pleased to announce that SJE parishioner Megan Malkus will be taking over the role as of June 1.
Virtus volunteer coordination for the parish will be managed by Colleen Sisolak, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, as of June 1. Until that time, please continue to contact Jenn for both communications and Virtus matters at ehrlichje@sjehydes.org or 410-592-6206, ext. 104.
Revealing Sacred Purpose #3
ENCOUNTER + ACCOMPANY + BE SENT
June 4, 8:30 AM - 12 PM
We have a big vision at St. John the Evangelist Parish! Your collaboration is important. You are all critical to the mission of Jesus at St. John because of your sacred purpose. Here’s your opportunity to prayerfully seek what that means for you. It is how we will begin to implement the parish pastoral plan. All parishioners are invited to attend. It is necessary that those involved with any parish ministry be part of this gathering.
June 4, 2022 - SACRED PURPOSE: SENDING FOR CHRIST
Learn how to live out St. John’s Vision Statement and explore the many ways we can invite, encourage and ignite our family members, friends and neighbors to see that they, too, are called to a sacred purpose.
Presenter: Dr. Patrick Sprankle.
We will begin at 8:30 AM with prayer and end around noon. A light breakfast will be provided.
Join us as we continue to secure the future of our parish! RSVP using the sign-up HERE.
Msgr. Cramblitt's 50th Anniversary Mass
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of his priesthood, former SJE pastor Monsignor Richard Cramblitt will preside at Mass on Pentecost Sunday, June 5 at the 9 AM Mass. Join us in congratulating Msgr. Rick on this special milestone.
Vacation Bible School is Coming!
June 27-July 1, 2022
9 AM - 12 PM
God’s creativity didn’t stop with Genesis! The Master Artist is working to redeem, reclaim, and transform us – His creation – to the original design He planned for us. We are His workmanship (Ephesians 2:10) – a masterpiece in process. So what are you waiting for? Spark your imagination and kick your creativity in high gear at Spark Studios for five days: June 27 – July 1, 2022.
To register, please visit the parish website at https://www.sjehydes.org/vacation-bible-school.
Bicentennial Pilgrimage Trip to Greece
October 19-29, 2022
Book by June 20 to Save $200 and to Lock in the Price!
GREECE: In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle
Come with us to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site in Ephesus, Turkey to see where Paul the Apostle lived for three years during his ministry. Also, visit the House of Mary, where the Virgin Mother spent her last days. Visit the Basilica of St. John, believed to be the burial site of St. John. Onward to Patmos where we will visit the Cave of the Apocalypse where John wrote the Book of Revelation during his exile. We will also visit Mykonos and Santorini. Then onto the Mainland of Greece to discover natural beauty and ancient history on this Grecian sojourn.
See the attached flyer for more information. If you have questions, contact Debbie Carroll at 410-746-7892 or deb@terrapintravel.co (no "m" on the end).
Pilgrimage Trip to Greece Info
Sunday 9 AM Live-stream on Facebook 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 live-stream and record Mass on the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (Hydes, MD) Facebook page.- You can watch the live-stream without joining Facebook
- Go to our public Facebook page here (or enter www.facebook.com/st.john.hydes in your browser window)
- Click on "Videos," and if we're live-streaming, the live video will appear in the list of videos
- You may also access Facebook by clicking the Facebook “f” icon in the upper right corner of our website’s home page (www.sjehydes.org)
A video recording of the Mass will be available for later viewing if you're not able to watch live. The recording can be found on Facebook in the "Videos" section of our page as well as on YouTube.
