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Weekly Prayer and Update - August 4
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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
August 6 -The Transfiguration of the Lord
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080623.cfm
Contemplation from Lectio Divina
What conversion of mind, heart, and life is the Lord asking of me?
Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves.
Where can I go to be alone with God? In what places do I like to pray?
Lord, it is good that we are here.
Who has accompanied me through the difficult times in my life? How can I accompany my brothers and sisters who are struggling?
And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone.
What distracts me from following Jesus? How can I keep my sights on Jesus?
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!
Volunteer with Us at First Fruits Farm
Saturday, August 12, 2023
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Since 2004, thousands of area volunteers have helped harvest millions of pounds of fruits and vegetables with First Fruits Farm to share with local food banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and other food providers. We invite ALL our parishioners, of any age, to join us for harvest and fellowship.
You must register to volunteer with us!
Please note:
- Every participant must complete a signed liability waiver (find the link at https://sjehydes.org/first-fruits-farm). The waiver is also your registration.
- Dress for the weather, expecting to get dirty - no sandals or flip flops!
- We will provide work gloves, drinking water, and on-the-job training.
Our Daily Bread
We have pledged to provide 100+ casseroles on the first Monday of each month to Our Daily Bread in Baltimore. Could you help us keep our commitment to feed the needy? Baking is done right in the disposable pan which is available in the narthex. Please bring the frozen casserole to the church hall kitchen prior to August 6.
Short on time? A family-size Stouffer’s Mac ‘n Cheese or “Wish list” items – cereal, sugar, tea bags, iced tea mix, lunch bags, zipper sandwich bags, or plastic forks are also welcome donations.
The Eucharist: Our Prophetic Call to Love
On Saturday, July 22, Cardinal Wilton Gregory of the Archdiocese of Washington delivered a powerful keynote address at the African National Eucharistic Congress held at The Catholic University of America. Cardinal Gregory helps reveal, through his stirring words, how the Eucharist is indeed the key to the unity Jesus prayed for on the eve of his Death. He also offers a heartfelt invitation to join him in Indianapolis for the National Eucharistic Congress next summer. Read his keynote address here.
Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Colleen Sisolak 410-592-6206 Ext. 108
youthministry@sjehydes.org
Young Adult Small Group Thank You
Thank you to all the young adults who participated in our summer Young Adult Small Group series. We love the community we have built and know that we will continue to grow with you all. If you are leaving for school, please stay in touch and come to any future meetings you are available for during breaks or while visiting home. If you will still be in the area, we will continue to meet on Sundays at 1:00 PM.
Presence: Young Adult Small Group
Our Young Adult Small Group has started their summer series on Presence. They are connecting with and learning about the Eucharist as we continue, nationally, the Eucharistic Revival. If you are between the ages of 18 and 30 and are interested in joining a small group, please contact Colleen Sisolak. Our current small group meets at 1:00 PM on Sundays in the Koontz House.
Back to School
Please keep in your prayers our college students who are returning to school or just starting their first year in the next few weeks.
Heavenly Father, help these college students to walk in the ways that align with your word.
Lord, as they juggle different things at school, remind them that they can do all things through Christ who strengthens them.
May they take delight in you and commit everything they do to you that you may grant them the desires of their hearts.
In Jesus’ name, I believe and pray, Amen.
Religious Education Faith Formation
Theresa Konitzer 410-592-6206 Ext. 107
konitzermt@sjehydes.org
Registration for 2023-2024
Slowly, we are beginning to see our summer respite fading away. As we flip the page to August, we begin to gear up making sure that we have all the catechists and supplies for the students for the start of the New Faith Formation Year. This year is no different. We are currently waiting for the new Pflaum Weekly Gospel reading to arrive, which should be any day now. The new texts for the Family Life Program arrived last week.
If you have not already done so, please complete the Registration Form and remember to complete the Permission and Waiver form (one for each child) and return it to the Faith Formation Office at konitzermt@sjehydes.org. The Registration and Permission Waiver forms can be found on the parish website under Sacraments/Learning.
If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Konitzer.
Catechists and Assistants
To begin the new Faith Formation year, we are looking for people who love their faith and sharing their faith experiences with youth. We are very excited about this year’s new program, which is based on the weekly gospel readings. If you are interested in helping children develop a personal relationship with Jesus. please contact Theresa Konitzer at konitzermt@sjehydes.org or call 410-592-6206, Ext. 107.
CLOW Help Needed
Love teaching? Love kids? Come join our fun ministry, Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW), where you can share your love of God with the children of our parish. All the lesson plans and materials are provided for you. It takes place on Sunday mornings at the 9:00 AM Mass during the readings and homily. Volunteer as often as you would like (once a month is perfect, but we will work with your schedule). There are two positions: Lead Teacher and Assistant. The Lead Teacher will implement the lesson plan while the Assistant helps the teacher. The Assistant position is great for teens! Interested? Questions? Contact Melanie at mlhecht927@protonmail.com
Paint & Sip Night
The Adult Faith Formation Ministry will be hosting a Paint & Sip Night for adults on Friday, August 25, 2023, from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM. We will be painting a snowman scene which may help us to cool off during the hot days of August. It’s an opportunity to gather with friends and friends you haven’t yet met. Even if you don’t want to paint, come and socialize with others. Cost will be $20 for painters and $5 for non-painters. The cost includes paint, brushes, canvas, easel, and light snacks. Please bring your own beverage (soft drinks, beer, or wine) and an apron to protect your clothing or wear something that may get paint on it. Tickets are available in the parish office and after Masses on the weekend of August 12/13. Deadline to register is August 14 to ensure we have enough materials. If you have any questions, contact Barbara Anderson at andersonbh@sjehydes.org or 410-592-6206 x106.
Walking With Purpose
Walking with Purpose, a dynamic WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY will begin a new season on September 10, 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 “Touching the Divine” and focuses on the Gospel of John. This will coincide uniquely with the National Eucharistic Revival. It is a 22-week study and will run through March 17 with breaks for Thanksgiving (1 week) and Christmas (5 weeks). Registration is available now online using this link: https://bit.ly/sjewwp23. In person registration will take place on the weekends of August 19/20, 26/27, and September 2/3 after all Masses. The book costs $40 and is available in the narthex on registration weekends, 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.
Anointing of the Sick
Those in ill health or preparing for medical procedures may receive this sacrament after the 9:00 AM Mass next Sunday, August 13, or on the 2nd Sunday of any month.
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.
