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Weekly Prayer and Update - October 13
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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
October 15 - 28th Sunday of Ordinary TimeContemplation from Lectio DivinaWhat conversion of mind, heart, and life is the Lord asking of me?He dispatched his servants to summon the invited guests to the feast, but they refused to come.
How have I experienced God’s invitation to a life of faith? How have I responded to that invitation?
The feast is ready, but those who were invited were not worthy to come.
How can I prepare myself to celebrate the Eucharistic banquet? How can I grow in virtue?
But he was reduced to silence.
When have I been silent in the face of sin and injustice? How can I best use my voice, especially on behalf of the marginalized?
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!
When you click here for the bulletin, you'll be able to "View Current Bulletin" as well as previous editions. If you submit your email address in the box under "Enter Email to Receive Current Bulletin," you'll receive an email each week with the bulletin link.
Anniversary Blessings
The Blessing for those married in the month of June will take place next Sunday, October 15, after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Please contact the parish office to register.
Ministry Forum and Appreciation Breakfast
On Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 8:00 in the morning, the Ministry Forum and Appreciation Breakfast will take place in the Parish Hall to appreciate the volunteers of our parish and to present the alignment of ministries under the 5 core mission areas of St. John the Evangelist Church. We invited the Auxiliary Bishop, Most Rev. Bruce Lewandowski, C. SC. R. to be our keynote motivational speaker and Mr. Waye Hipley of the Office of Parish Renewal to assist in the alignment process. This event is open to all parishioners. The event is an action step created by the Ministry Implementation team to increase awareness and participation by parishioners in ministries that will satisfy one’s personal calling and partnership with Jesus.I would like to ask the leaders of current ministries to inform their members about this event and submit to the Office the total number and names of their participating members as soon as possible.Ministry Forum & Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - 10/21Ministry Forum & Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - 10/21
This is a Turning Point
ANOINTED AND COMMISSIONED
By now you’re familiar with the difficult reality that 7 in 10 Catholics do not know the truth about the Eucharist. The very source of our strength has become chronically overlooked and misunderstood.
No wonder the world is hurting! How the Church responds at this moment in history is pivotal.
The National Eucharistic Revival is a movement to restore understanding and devotion to this great mystery here in the United States. But we aren’t called to keep this Good News to ourselves! This Revival seeks to unleash new missionaries to bring the healing presence of Jesus in the Eucharist to the margins.
Before every great mission in the Bible, there was a commissioning, anointing, or outpouring of the Holy Spirit. At the National Eucharistic Congress, God will anoint our Church for a new season of Eucharistic mission.
From July 17–21, 2024, the Church in the United States will gather in a new “Upper Room,” boldly anticipating a new Pentecost.
Then, we will be sent back home to our communities, on fire for Christ and ready for the Year of Mission ahead. Will you come to be anointed and commissioned?
Register at https://bit.ly/ERCongress
Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Colleen Sisolak 410-592-6206 Ext. 108
youthministry@sjehydes.orgConfirmation 2023Congratulations newly confirmed! Please be reminded of our final Confirmation Session on October 16, at 6:45 PM in the Koontz House. Parents and sponsors are invited to join for this final session. Please RSVP belowConfirmation Session Oct 17Yes, I am attendingYoung Adult Small GroupOur Young Adult Small Group will be headed to Hershey Park this Sunday. Their regular 1:00 PM Sunday meetings will continue next week.Confirmation 2024If you have a young person currently in High School who is interested in learning more about the sacrament of Confirmation, please join us for an information session on Sunday, October 29, after the 9:00 AM Mass in the Chapel.High School Youth MinistryJoin us on November 5, after the 9:00 AM Mass in the Koontz House for fellowship and fun!Middle School Youth MinistryJoin us on October 22, after the 11:30 AM Mass in the Hall for a Ravens tailgate! We will have snacks and drinks in preparation for the Ravens to take on the Lions!Youth Ministry Service DayCalling all middle and high school students! We need your help to bake 60 pies!!! In collaboration with the Knights of Columbus and Knights Ladies, we will be baking pumpkin pies for their annual Thanksgiving meal donations after the 11:30 AM Mass on November 12, in the Church Hall.Pumpkin Pie BakeSign up Here if you are an adult attendingPlease click here if you are a minor
Religious Education Faith Formation
Theresa Konitzer 410-592-6206 Ext. 107
konitzermt@sjehydes.orgFaith Formation
Welcome to another Faith Formation Year. A list of the next four classes is shown below.October 15, 2023: Classes - SchoolOctober 22, 2023: No ClassesOctober 29, 2023: Classes - SchoolNovember 5, 2023: Classes - SchoolThe NativityCalling all shepherds and angels. We are getting ready for the Christmas Nativity skit that is held on Christmas Eve at 4:00 PM. If your child would like to participate in this event, please contact Theresa Konitzer. Practices are held at 4:00 PM on Saturdays, December 2, 9, 16, and Christmas Eve at 3:00 PM.ReconciliationStudents who are 7 years of age and older and who would like to prepare for their First Reconciliation are reminded to complete and return the First Reconciliation Registration Form to Theresa Konitzer in person or via email. Preparation materials are also available to be picked up from the Faith Formation Office.
Communion to the Homebound
If you or someone you know are homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please contact Barbara Anderson at andersonbh@sjehydes.org or 410-952-6206 ext. 106. Also, if you would like to serve as a Eucharistic Minister to the homebound, let us know. We are always looking for people to provide Holy Communion to those who are unable to come to Sunday Masses. We will provide training to those who want to take Holy Communion to others and provide you with a container to take communion with you as well as a book of prayers.
AOB Chapter 11 Reorganization
For more information on the Chapter 11 Reorganization filing by the Archdiocese of Baltimore, please visit www.archbalt.org for the many resources available, including answers to your questions, an explanatory video, Catholic Review coverage, and links to other dioceses who have gone through this same process.
Eucharistic Adoration
“Adoration is the first attitude of man acknowledging that he is a creature before his Creator. It exalts the greatness of the Lord who made us and the almighty power of the Savior who sets us free from evil. Adoration is homage of the spirit to the “King of Glory,” respectful silence in the presence of the “ever greater” God. Adoration of the thrice-holy and sovereign God of love blends with humility and gives assurance to our supplications.” (CCC 2628)
In this year of Eucharistic Revival, join us for Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday, October 17, at 9:30 AM, Wednesday, October 18, at 7:00 PM, or Tuesday, October 24, at 9:30 AM in the Chapel.
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.
