June 26, 2016 - St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

I set the LORD
ever before me;
With him at my right hand
I shall not be disturbed
Events for the Week
Monday, June 27,
10:00 a.m.
AA Meeting - A Room
4:00-7:00p.m.
Attic Treasures Collection
Library
7:00 p.m.
Men’s “CRHP” - Gospel Room
Tuesday, June 28,
8:30 a.m.
9:40 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Rosary - Chapel
Novena - Chapel
AA Meeting - A Room
10:00 a.m. ENDOW-Sciturro – Small Meeting Room
(SMR)
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
Pilgrim’s Way - Library
Women’s “CRHP” - Founder’s Hall
6:00 p.m.
Outreach Volunteer Mtg. - Library
7:00 p.m.
Pilgrim’s Way - Grand Hall Kitchen Half
Wednesday, June 29,
10:00 a.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Group
7:00 p.m.
AA Meeting - A Room
ENDOW-Varner - Small Meeting Room
Charismatic Intercessory Prayer
Chapel
Venture Crew 212 - A Room
Thursday, June 30,
10:00 a.m. & 7:00p.m. AA Meeting - A Room
10:00a.m.
Bible Study - Library
10:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Pilgrim’s Way - Founder’s Hall
Knights of Columbus Assembly
St John Knights Hall
7:00 p.m.
Pilgrim’s Way - Library
Friday, July 1,
10:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.
AA Meeting - A Room
10:00 a.m.
Bible Study - Library
6:30 p.m.
Knights of Columbus Bingo
St John Knights Hall
Anointing of sick after all Masses-Church
Welcome reception after all Masses for Fr. Robert Gathering Space
Saturday, July 2,
3:30 a.m.
Confessions - Church
Sunday, July 3,
NO coffee & donuts
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Some Notes from Fr. Dwight’s Desk…….
A Reminder if You are Hospitalized
When you or someone you love is hospitalized, Fr. Jim and I and our parish pastoral staff want to be a support to you. Our parish community wants to be of help. But we can’t do that if we don’t know you are in the
hospital. With changes in patient privacy regulations (HIPPA) that have been enacted by the federal government, it is important to remember the following if you are going to be hospitalized for any length of time.
When you register or are admitted, tell the hospital:
• That you are Catholic;
• That you worship at St. John;
• Give the hospital permission to tell us that you are hospitalized when we inquire.
If you don’t tell them, privacy regulations prevent the hospital from telling us! If they aren’t able to tell us, we
may not know that you are hospitalized. Also, most folks don’t seem to realize that because of patient privacy
laws the hospitals cannot automatically notify us when a parishioner is hospitalized. If you happen to be admitted through the emergency room, this is doubly true, as religious preference and place of worship information often slip through the cracks.
The best way to make sure that we know is for you or a loved one to call the parish office to let us know
when you are hospitalized.
Parish Offices Will be Closed July 4
The parish offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The
parish offices will re-open on Tuesday, July 5. Have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July.
A Gentle Reminder for Everyone
Although the summer months are here, it is important to be sensitive about how we dress when we come to
church. This is important for all of us, and it is especially important for those who exercise liturgical ministries within the assembly. Because so many are away on vacation during these months, the need for lastminute ministry substitutes is greater. It is especially appropriate for those who are trained Eucharistic ministers and lectors to come dressed as if they will minister, even though they may not be scheduled for a particular liturgy.
While comfort is certainly high on our lists during warmer weather, everyone must also remember that
year-round modesty and good taste in how we dress are in keeping with prayerful church celebration and is a
way of showing Christian respect for our brothers and sisters around us.
If You’re Traveling for Summer Vacation...
With summer travels beginning, don’t forget to make Sunday (or Saturday evening) Mass a part of your
vacation. You can get Mass times for anywhere in the U.S. by going to www.masstimes.org for Mass times,
street maps, and more.
When you visit a parish, don’t forget to offer your financial support in thanksgiving—it is appreciated. At
the same time, please do not forget to share your continued financial support with our parish. Our expenses
continue throughout the summer months, too!
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Mass Intentions for the Week
Monday, June 27,
Weekday-Saint Cyril of Alexandria, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Am 2:6-10, 13-16; Mt 8:18-22
7:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer - Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Betty Bissen, 16th anniversary of
death - Paulette
Tuesday, June 28,
Saint Irenaeus, Bishop and Martyr Am 3:1-8, 4:11-12,
Mt 8:23-27
7:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer - Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Joshua Francis & Amy Gil– Rich &
Mary Ann Dixon
7-8:00 p.m.
Confessions - Church
Wednesday, June 29
Saints Peter & Paul, Apostles, Acts 12:1-11/2, Tm 4:68, 17-18, Mt 16:13-19
7:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer - Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Norma Rose Deziel - Simone
DesMarais
Thursday, June 30,
The First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church
Weekday-Am 7:10-17, Mt 9:1-8
7:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer - Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Donald Schofield, 1st anniversary
of
death - Rich & MaryAnn Dixon
Friday, July 1,
Blessed Junipero Serra, Priest
Weekday Am 8:4-6, 9-12, Mt 9:9-13
7:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer - Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Anthony Benvenuto - Tim & Linda
Faricy
Adoration to follow Mass until 8:45p.m. in the Chapel
Saturday, July 2,
Weekday-Am 9:11-15, Mt 9:14-17
3:30 p.m.
Confessions - Church
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 66:10-14c, Gal 6:14-18, Lk 10:1-12,17-20 or 10:1-9
5:00 p.m.
Noel Francis - Family
Sunday, July 3,
8:00 a.m.
Viginia Heller - Herb Heller & Family
10:00 a.m
John Simpson - Eleanor
12:00 p.m.
Ann Adams - Mark & Dianne Trudell
6:00 p.m.
People of the Parish
The Sanctuary candle will burn in the Church this
week in memory of John Simpson
The Sanctuary candle will burn in the Chapel this
week in memory of Kevin Medonis
July 2nd & 3rd
Mass
5:00
Pm
Sat.
7-2
Lectors
E. M.
Gage, P. (1)
Champlin, C.
(2)
Balmer, P.
Bencheck, J.
Bombach, S.
Eisenbeis, D.
Elton, D.
Husse, J.
Jensen, K.
Monahan, R.
Tryles, S.
Varner, J.
Usher
Servers
Balmer, F.
Claxton, K.
Herrman, D.
Verhelle, D.
Verhelle, T..
Michael
Meyers,
Loren
Wolf,
Mayson
Kelly
8:00
am
Sun.
7-3
Spaniola, J.
Arthur, M.
(1)
Dembny, J.
Arthur, T. (2) Dixon, M.
Kruse, C.
Menzies, N.
Olkowski, D.
Topolinski, J.
Williams, K.
Gifford, K.
Jewell, M.
Nagy, S.
Patthananchar
oenphon, O.
Porritt, J.
Jon
Topolinski,
Monica &
Joe LeDuc
10:00
Adams. S.
Carpenter, J.
Bradburn, K.
Draeger, T.
Erber, J.
Erber, A.
Frakes, J.
Learman, R.
Learman, K.
Sass, J.
Bieling, B.
Carpenter, L.
Clements, D.
Laue, K.
Cannazzaro,
M.
Mathis, B.
Redden, B.
Tatro, R.
Wagner, D.
Rachel,
Caleb &
Nick
Learman
12:00
pm
Sun
7-3
Pieczynski, J.
(1)
Lockwood,
P.(2)
Buchanan,
Katie
Dziadzio, J.
Hagerman, A.
Kelly, C.
LeVasseur, J.
Miller, T.
Sciturro, R.
Taylor, A.
Glinke, T.
Gonzalez, C.
Langeway, C.
McDonald, S.
Niec, M.
Thomas, J.
Daniela
Lahoud,
Carson
Blissett,
Ellie
Koester
6:00
pm
Sun
7-3
Haiss, V. (1)
Thayer, M.
(2)
Haiss, A.
Jankowski, L.
Kunkel, L.
Sharp, R.
Sloan, J.
Ulrich, L.
Wolf, L
Wolf, N.
Beste, Megan
Cusson, Dan
Darling, S.
Gilbert, M.
Ladwig, S.
Nick
Mammel,
Nathan &
Jacob
Keeley
am
Sun.
7-3
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Worship
from Fr. Jim ….
Just a few weeks ago we celebrated the feast of Pentecost, when the Holy
Spirit was given to the apostles. While this event happened one time in
history, the gift of the Holy Spirit is one that keeps on giving and is
available to us today. The same Holy Spirit that raised Jesus from the
dead, the same Holy Spirit that enabled the apostles to overcome their
fear and evangelize the world, the same Holy Spirit that has raised up and
formed saints in every time and place is available to us today. I’ll take a
few weeks to write a bulletin series in order to help us understand who the
Holy Spirit is and the impact that He can have on our lives.
Today we want to answer the question: what difference does the Holy
Spirit make in my life? The short answer is this: the Holy Spirit changes
everything! We see this so clearly when we read the Acts of the Apostles.
After Jesus’ death and resurrection the Apostles are literally hiding in the
upper room because they are afraid of being persecuted or killed. After
they receive the Holy Spirit they go out and boldly proclaim the truth and
love of Jesus. In a certain sense, the Holy Spirit fills our “power
shortage”. Without His presence we are weak, feeble-minded, fearful,
and prone to sin. But with the Spirit we begin to become the men and
women, the sons and daughters of God, the saints that we were created to
be! St. Paul says, for God did not give us a spirit of fear but of power and
love and self-control (2 Tim 1:7).
Through the Holy Spirit we receive the gifts that He desires to give us.
The gifts of the Holy Spirit are: wisdom, understanding, counsel,
knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (or wonder). Through
these gifts the Holy Spirit enables us to live the life we were made for, a
life of freedom in and for Christ. When we begin to live this life the fruits
of the Holy Spirit begin to manifest in our lives. The fruits of the Holy
Spirit are: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness and self-control (see Gal 5:22-23).
So if you want more power and courage to preach the Gospel and to live
as a disciple of Jesus; if you want to receive the gifts of wisdom,
understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord;
if you want to bear the fruits of love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness,
goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control in your life, then you
need more of the Holy Spirit!
Tim Garbach ..…
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“You are my inheritance, O
Lord.”
Psalm 16
Father, free us from darkness
and keep us in the radiance of
your truth.
Amen.
Do you come to be fed at the
table of the Word?
Do you have respect for Jesus
and the Eucharist?
Do you have an important role in
our Liturgy
such as Lector, Eucharistic
Minister,
Usher, or Minister of
Hospitality?
Dress appropriately for the
Liturgy!
God deserves our best!
Pax Christi!
Timothy J. Garback
Director of Music Ministries/
Liturgy
[email protected]
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Coordinator of
Youth Ministry
Kyle Ulrich ……
Always check our facebook page
for updates
www.facebook.com/
YouthGroupStJohntheEvangelist
Director of Religious Education
Helene Paulik ……
Don’t Take a Vaca on from
Church!
Please help us to plan: Sign up NOW for
Fall Classes!
Early signup savings through August 1st
CLASSES BEGIN week of September 18TH
SUMMER YOUTH GROUP
WEDNESDAYS
AT
7PM
PICK UP A SCHEDULE ONLINE
OR AT THE WELCOME DESK
THANK YOU
TO EVERYONE
WHO HELPED MAKE THE
NICK FRENCH MEMORIAL
GOLF FORE FAITH
A GREAT TIME AND A
GREAT SUCCESS!
Fill out a form at the Welcome Desk
Download a form from the parish website (Religious
Education page): http://stjohnfenton.org/how-toregister-for-classes
Return your form and payment to the Welcome Desk
or to the REP office Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
First Eucharist 2016-17 Registration Information
Children entering grade 2 in the Fall who wish to
make their First Holy Communion in May 2017
need to register for Sacramental Preparation
They must have completed the grade 1 curriculum at
a Catholic School or in a Religious Education Program. A grade 1 home study can be completed
over the summer: books are available for purchase
in the REP office.
Forms are available at the Welcome Desk and
online and can be returned to the Welcome Desk
or to the REP office
Sponsors Needed for St. John Religious
Ed. Program Teachers
Consider a donation to help our volunteer teachers receive the training they need to serve our students well: The cost to sponsor a volunteer’s certification is $50 and $10 will cover the cost of one
class.
Please send donations to the REP office and write
“Sponsor a Catechist” in the memo line of your check.
If you can’t teach a class, please support someone who can!
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Director of Adult Education
Dan Medich ……
Outreach Corner
Deacon Terry . . . . . .
WHAT IS RCIA ?
The Rite of
Christian Initiation
of Adults (RCIA) is
the process
established for the
universal Church for
individuals to
become Catholic
and receive the
sacraments of
initiation—Baptism,
Confirmation, and
the Eucharist. This
initiation process
also involves a
parish community
experiencing a
renewal in faith as it
prepares and
welcomes new
members into the
Church.
The Rite speaks of conversion as a “spiritual journey”. Centered on
fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the church he founded, this
journey takes place through distinct stages over a period of time suitable to
bring about a thorough catechesis, significant experience of the parish
community, and commitment to the liturgical and moral life of the Catholic
faithful. The RCIA process is a restoration of the ancient catechumenate,
arising within the first three centuries following the era of the apostles. It
was the early Church’s way of Christianizing the pagan Roman Empire.
The Second Vatican Council called for the restoration and use of this
venerable and powerful method of initiation for the worldwide Church.
Dan Medich Jr 248.982.5355 [email protected]
Live Third.
Jesus, Others, and then Yourself!
Thank You
For your Bottles, Cans and Cash
at our June Bottle Drive!
Your gifts raised $782.00 for
those in need.
Next Bottle Drive will be July
9th and 10th ( due to July
4th weekend)
Upcoming Events
July 9-10 Bottle Drive
July 12 Partners in Outreach
Meeting
Activity Center Library 6:30
p.m.
Focus: volunteer sign up
Aug.6-7 Bottle Drive
Aug. 13
Sgt. Patrick O'Rourke
5.5 K walk/ run
( 1/3 of proceeds to benefit St.
John Outreach)
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St. John School Xwâvtà|ÉÇ |Ç Yt|à{ ‹AAA
Student Council
Second semester student council representatives are pictured above with
student council advisors Ms. Feazel and Mr. Stoody. The group organized a
Gear Up to Read book drive. They raised funds by selling suckers at
lunchtime. The funds were used to purchase used children’s books with
positive messages and good role models. Student Council also asked school
families to donate books to the cause. All of the books were
donated to Catholic Charities.
St. John School
Openings for the 2016-2017 School Year
 3 Year old Preschool (PM Session)
 4 Year Old Preschool (PM Session)


Junior Kindergarten (PM )
Half day AM Kindergarten
 1st-8th Grade
Visit our website to register: stjohnfenton.com
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Our Parish Life Together …...
OFFERTORY OBSERVATION
Offertory Observation…
Weekly Offering Jun 6 - Jun 12, 2016
Sunday/Holy Day
$21,036.37
In today’s second reading, St. Paul provides a wonderful
$3,480.00
one-sentence summary of Christian stewardship: Out of
Online
love, place yourselves at one another’s service.
GIFT Campaign
$596.00
Outreach
$905.00
Outreach Bo le Drive
$532.00
Scholarship Fund
$402.00
School Founda on
$250.00
reign of God needs servants to trust. (Luke 9:51-62)
St Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
$695.00
For those who are discerning a call to service, may they
Boiler
$25.00
Other
$620.00
Summer Mission Appeal
$35.00
Subtotal
$28,576.37
Monthly online giving
$20,657.17
Total
$49,233.54
Envelopes used:
471
E- thers:
233
Total donors:
704
MAY & YEAR TO DATE
May 2016 Income/Expense Report
(Fiscal Year July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016)
May Actual
Income
Church Totals:
Faith Forma on
Totals:
Elementary School
Totals:
Child Care Totals:
Income Totals:
Expense
Church Totals:
Faith Forma on
Totals:
Elementary School
Totals:
Child Care Totals:
Expense Totals:
Income - Expense:
Year-to-date Actual
$ 130,807.19 $ 2,006,728.35
$
675.00 $
45,162.53
$ 41,873.16 $ 1,131,359.44
$ 2,891.00 $
28,341.44
$ 176,246.35 $ 3,211,591.76
$ 87,180.69 $ 1,449,795.79
$ 16,946.37 $
247,543.08
$ 139,872.55 $ 1,683,329.31
$ 2,165.63 $
21,873.98
$ 246,165.24 $ 3,402,542.16
$ (69,918.89) $ (190,950.40)
Excluding intra-parish transfers
Vocation Views…
Will you choose to follow Jesus wherever he goes? To
say “yes” without hesitation requires great trust. The
trust that God will provide what they need.
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR HOMEBOUND
Karen
Apelbacher
Sharon Ball
Mamie Berta
Mary Boan
Robert Boyd
JoAnn Boyden
Patrick Carmody
Virginia
Carmody
Rosemary
Cashin
John Cislo
Charlie Cole
Christine Cole
Carol Cornillie
Rick Coscia
Elizabeth Clark
Pamela Daoust
Phyllis Davis
Lori Delecki
Mary Douglas
Joshua Dybata
Phillip Frederick
George Gardner
Lillian Green
Amanda Guy
David
Hollenbeck jr.
Harold Jean
Lee Johnson
Michelle Joseph
Mark Kelley
Jackie Kepsel
Terry Kruse
Linda Lach
Claudia Losh
Catherine Lord
Jane LeBlanc
Nicolas Novak
Jim Perczak
Renee Polidan
Christopher Polly
James Rausch
Linda Lach
Claudia Losh
Catherine Lord
Jane LeBlanc
Shirley Morgan
Dan O’Rourke
Nicolas Novak
Renee Polidan
Christopher Polly
James Rausch
Jim Roan
Doris Rohen
Daisy Romano
Joe Salfi
Rose Sekulich
Pat Shaw
Jim Simota
Russel Stidham
Helen Sturgeon
Robert Stewart
Pat Sweeney
Edward Tatro
Orpha Verhelle
Gary Wagner
Virginia Westfall
Carol Ann Wenta
- Rhoades
Eloise Wild
Maureen
Williams
Pat Zacharska
And he told
them a
parable
to show them
that they
ought always
to pray
and not
lose heart .
Luke 18:1
WELCOME DESK
If anyone from St. John Fenton ordered a book at the Father
Richard McCalear, OMI healing service called The power of
Healing Prayer and paid $16 for it, please send an email
to [email protected] your name and complete address
and the book will be mailed to you. If you don't have access
to email please call the St. Francis Prayer Center at 810-7875330 and leave the same information. The list we made at the
time has been misplaced and we want to make sure everyone
gets their book. Thanks
The Lord is just and loves justice:
let us give thanks and praise!
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TO THOSE CONCERNED
Dear parishioners, school families and those who are concerned with St. John Parish and School,
I have been charged with addressing your concerns with the future of St. John School. Until July 1st I have no authority to make
policy as I am not currently your pastor. As a rule, I do not interfere in policy and decision making of a currently sitting pastor.
However, with the permission of Fr. Dwight, and at the request of Mrs. White and Mrs. Cronin, I have been involved in the school
budgeting meetings. In those meetings, I advocated with Mrs. White and Mrs. Cronin to make only necessary cuts. During the
process, a number of proposals were made including reducing the teaching personnel by up to as many as five. Instead, we were able
to move some teachers into “shared time” positions and salaries have been frozen for the coming contract year. Additionally, the
premium share was raised from 18% to 21% for health insurance, with discussion of possibly moving to 25% the following year.
These decisions were difficult to make and provide insight into the seriousness of the financial situation. After multiple hours and
searching for solutions to balance the budget, we were still not at the point needed. In order to have a balanced budget, it became
clear it was necessary to remove one teaching position. Mrs. White was left with the difficult task of determining the teacher. In
formulating her decision, she had discussions with Diocesan Superintendent Mr. Sean Costello and Genesee County Catholic
Schools Executive Director Mrs. Cronin. Fr. Dwight was consulted as pastor and I was informed as the future pastor. I felt
comfortable with this decision based on my knowledge not of our current teaching staff, but of Mrs. White. She is an educator and
administrator with decades of service to our Diocese and is well respected by her fellow principals as one of the most competent and
professional principals in our Diocese. I would have been pleased if she had stayed on as principal, but she has already delayed her
retirement as a service to St. John Parish.
With that being stated I am very concerned about the perceived vilification of such a devoted and competent servant at the end of her
career. Let me be clear that I am not in any way disagreeing with her decisions or how she went about informing the community of
them. I am agreeing to be part of the process in order to move forward.
Our Diocese has stated that, with the consent of Fr. Dwight and Mrs. White, we are able to move forward with a plan to raise funds
to remove the necessity of immediate staffing cuts. I was charged with determining the appropriate amount that would remove all the
cuts to our school budget for the next fiscal year. This would include reinstating the teachers’ “steps increases” to salaries, not
reducing school staff and possibly delaying the increased premium share to all employees who take health insurance as well as other
items on our budget. The diocese stated that it is not appropriate to allow parents to pay for a particular teacher, but it is alright if
they want to alleviate the budget cuts as a whole. Staffing decisions are made by the principal and the pastor and this policy will not
change. Employee performance reviews will remain confidential and appropriate discipline and termination policies will be used by
the principal and pastor with consultation of GCCS and Diocese of Lansing.
My best estimate after consulting with St. John Parish Accountant, St. John School Administration, and Diocese of Lansing Finance
Director is that we need to raise $190,000. This figure will lead the parish to a balanced budget and eliminate any planned staffing
cuts at the school this year. I will remind everyone this is a temporary solution to our financial situation. We are planning on further
cuts in the future which include a natural attrition of teachers (be aware that if a teacher or staff member leaves for any reason we
will not automatically fill that position). Unless we are able to work together to increase income for our School and Parish we will
return to this issue next year.
It has come to my attention that some have started plans on raising funds to bring back a teacher. We will not accept funds with this
intent. We will accept funds to postpone planned budget cuts for the 2016-2017 school year. These funds need to be made
individually and directly to St. John School on or before July 1, 2016. The PSA is not to collect funds and is not authorized to open
any bank accounts for this or any purpose. We need individual checks with names and addresses and email addresses. By
donating to this fund you understand that they are only restricted by the intent to eliminate the budget cuts for the 2016-2017 school
year. If the full $190,000 is not raised, we will send out an email to donors with our plans on how we intend to use these donations to
reduce the planned budget cuts for the 2016-2017 school year. I remind you that the rest of St. John Parish has already made severe
cuts in salaries, positions and other budgeted areas, the school staff has not yet been affected by the necessary budget reduction.
I hope we can come together and work for a common vision for St. John School and the entire parish. St. John School is a vital part
of the Mission of St. John Parish.
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Robert F. Copeland
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JUNE WEEKEND ROSARY
APPLEFEST 2016
Start the week off with your Mother Mary. As always
your personal intentions are included.
ATTIC TREASURES:
Collections begin June 13th
Donations will be accepted Mondays at 4pm-7pm at
the Library/Conference Room of the Activity Center
Unsold garage sale items make good donations! Please,
no televisions, computers or clothing.
Chairpersons Are Still Needed for:
- Spaghetti Dinner (Sunday afternoon)
- Farmer's Market (we would love to bring this back)
- Big Fun (our newest event for boys and girls to
win prizes)
- Parking (a group would be great for this)
COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN NEWS
LABOR TRAFFICKING-RUTH RONDON (2)
Blessing to Fr. Ryan and the beginning of his
priesthood.
I am sure it has been a long road but we share our
joy with his as his life begins as Father Ryan.
Congratulations!!!
Since it is the changing of the guard so to speak at
St. John, we welcome our new pastor, Fr. Robert
next weekend. We wish him the best as he settles
into his new home!
July 13, is our “Resale Fashion Evening”
Everyone is asked to shop garage sales, or resale
and put together an outfit.
You can dress casual or dress up. Your
choice. Keep track of your cost per item. There
will be prizes. Deanna, Cheryl, Nancy, Shirley,
Bunnie and Jill are putting their heads together for
this evening. They will serve a summer supper of
hot dogs with all the trimmings. Please call
Deanna for reservations 629-5440. A donation
of $5.00 is payable at the door.
Remember to thank God daily for our faith and
the freedom to practice it.
Pray for world peace and those working to make
it happen.
There is a saying: Time heals all wounds. Time has the
ability to lessen our memory of the specific details and
soften those that remain. Why then would Ruth
Rondon, a Human Trafficking survivor, open these
wounds again by speaking to groups about her horrific
experiences? As I watched and listened, it was obvious
that the wounds were not only open - but bleeding. She
explained that it has taken years for her to have the
ability to speak of the brutality, shame and other
elements that she had no control over. Her message is
one of hope and thankfulness.
This last weekend of June we will praying the Luminous
Mysteries of the Rosary one half hour before the 5:00
p.m., 8:00 a.m., and 10:00 a.m. weekend masses. Our
intention for June will be for all priests, especially Fr.
Dwight as he transitions to a new parish, for Father
Ryan as he begins his priestly ministry, for Fr. Jim that
he will always be "on fire" in his vocation and for Fr.
Robert Copeland as he prepares to lead our parish
family. If you come late, please join in anyway!
Sandy Tryles, President
Her hope is that by telling her story others will know
that help is out there. "Human Trafficking" was an
unknown label when she was first victimized, but the
term has gained international recognition with groups
working to end the inhumane activities.
She concluded her presentation by thanking us for all
we are doing to spread awareness, help in rescuing
victims, supporting legislation and programs, and by
keeping her and others in our daily prayers.
Please pray to end all forms of Human Trafficking. Call
the hotline: 888-3737-888.
Connie Ozanich
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The World Apostolate of Fatima
Diocesan Morning of Prayer and
Reparation is held the First Saturday of
each month at one of the Flint and
Owosso area churches.
July 2, 2016, Holy Rosary Church
5199 Richfield Rd., Flint Twp. 9:00 a.m.
The morning includes Mass, investiture of the Brown
Scapular, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Holy
Hour of prayer and rosary.
Please call Suzanne at 742-0773 with any questions or
concerns.
SUMMER SCRIPTURE DAYS 2016
Fr. David Rosenberg will be presenting “Diversity
of Gifts”. May we learn to utilize our own special
gifts to promote the Love of Christ.
AUGUST 9 – 11 AT
ST. FRANCIS RETREAT CENTER, DEWITT.
Registration is open until July 29, 2016. Space is
limited. contact Diane at 517-342-2465
[email protected] and she will
email or send the brochure to you.
PROJECT RACHEL HELPLINE
at (517) 993-0291 or 888-456-HOPE.
Our next 8-week, "
Forgiven and Set Free"class. for
groups or individuals, is June 15 - July 27, 2016 at
our New Life Center, 1601 East Grand River in
Lansing. We also offer referrals to spiritual directors
and trained licensed therapists. There is no charge for
the class and all materials are provided. Childcare is
available. Email [email protected] to
register. Confidential helpline at the New Life CenterProject Rachel Ministry, (517) 993-0291.Go to
hopeafterabortion.com for more information.
Where are you?! When you discontinue a landline, change a phone number or email address,
please notify the church office at 810-629-2251 so
we can stay up to date on this information. If you
prefer not to have this information published in the
church directory, just let us know.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Outreach Hours:
Monday -Wednesday
10:00am-2:00pm
Thursday
4:00pm-7:00pm
St. Vincent de Paul
collection days for your donations
are the third Saturday of every month,
11:00a.m-1:00 pm.
It’s time for the 7th Annual St. John
the Baptist Catholic Church car
show! Join us
Saturday, July 16th
for a fun day filled with great cars,
a fantastic Silent Auction, 50/50
raffles, and bake sale, all held on
the beautiful parish grounds! 2099 N. Hacker Rd, Howell, MI 48855 (Corner of M-59 & Hacker Rd).
Show Car entrance fee is $20
Spectator General Admission $2 per Car.
LIVE MUSIC by the Fast Eddie Band & new award
categories!
Awards given in categories ranging from 1900-2016,
as well as Best Corvette, Best Mustang, Best Camaro,
Best Truck, Best Rat Ride, & Best in Show. Show car
entrants will be entered in a raffle with five winners of
$100.
If you have any questions about this event contact St.
John Church at [email protected] or 517546-7200.
SPECIAL NEEDS MASS
Holy Redeemer in Burton hosts a special
needs Mass, the 4th Sunday, of each month at
1:00p.m. We attempt to focus this service on
the special needs families.
This Mass has a homily and music that is tailored to
those with Special needs. The Mass enables children
and adults with special needs to serve, to read, to usher
and to participate in what ever else that they feel
comfortable doing. It allows them to be themselves.
The next mass will be on June 26, 2016
1:00p.m.Holy Redeemer .
June 26, 2016—1:00p.m.
July 24, 2016—1:00p.m.
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BeFrienders are men and women
who meet with one individual
and walk with them on their journey
in a confidential, listening, and compassionate manner
bringing with them the caring presence of God and the community.
BeFriender classes
help to prepare men and women
to face life’s challenges in a faith-filled, loving way.
BeFrienders meet as a group once or twice a month
to learn and pray together …
asking God to walk with them on this journey.
BeFrienders are commissioned
by the pastor … and the people of the parish
to become a loving presence in the parish and the community.
Classes are free and will begin at the end of September.
September 24th (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
October 8th (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
October 22nd (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
All three classes are mandatory.
Now is the time to register.
If this sounds like a way that you would like to serve, please contact one of the parish coordinators.
Margie Beckers 735-6406
Elaine Schilling 629-6345
Jim Spaniola 629-3705
Rosie Unterborn 629-4070
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SAVE YOUR EMPTIES!
We are collecting returnable pop cans
and bottles for
S T . J OHN O UTREACH
POPCAN & BOTTLE DRIVE
The weekend of July 9th & 10th
CATHOLIC LAWYERS and LAW STUDENTS:
Bishop Boyea has a special message for you
at www.lansingcatholiclawyersguild.com/
news
Please find a moment to read his letter.
Thank you.
Diane Arzberger
517-342-2465
HIRING, Holy Family School, Grand Blanc
(Deadline June 30, 2016)
Music Education Teacher for Grades Preschool-8
for the 2016-2017 School Year. The ideal candidate
must be a practicing Catholic, have a deep
appreciation and knowledge of music theory, ability to
instruct children in the fundamentals of music, teach a
vocal and instrumental program and organize and
conduct school performances. Also, a current Michigan
teaching license or the ability to obtain a Michigan
teaching license is required. Interested candidates
should submit the following to [email protected] or
fax to (810)694-9405.1. Cover letter 2. Resume 3.
Copy of your transcripts 4. List of three references
(complete contact information)
Don’t forget to make Sunday (or Saturday
evening) Mass a part of your vacation. You
can get Mass times for anywhere in the
U.S. by going to
www.masstimes.org
for Mass times, street maps, and more.
When you visit a parish, don’t forget to
offer
your
financial
support
in
thanksgiving—it is appreciated. At the
same time, please do not forget to share
your continued financial support with our
parish. Our expenses continue throughout
the summer months, too!
Extended Care Full-Time & Part-Time Aide
Full-time position includes benefits. Holy Family
School provides supervision of students from
Preschool to Eighth Grade within a faith-centered
environment. The ideal candidate should be a
practicing Catholic and enjoy working with children.
Interested candidates should submit the following to
[email protected] or fax to (810)694-9405. 1. Cover
letter 2. Resume 3. List of three references (complete
contact information)
Cafeteria Supervisor A part-time position. This
candidate will provide supervision of students from
Kindergarten to Eighth Grade within a faith-centered
environment during their lunch hours of 10:50am –
12:50pm, Monday through Friday. The ideal
candidate should be a practicing Catholic and enjoy
working with children. (Daily rate: $18/day)submit
the following to [email protected] or fax to (810)694
-9405. 1. Cover letter 2. Resume 3. List of three
references (complete contact information)
DENISE R. KETCHMARK
Attorney at Law
Parish Member Since 1971
611 W. Court Street, Suite 203, Flint
810-232-6096
By Mentioning This Ad, 10% of all
Monies Collected From Client for
Legal Services Will be Donated to the
St John GIFT Campaign, Phase II
You’re a Neighbor, Not a Number.
Personal • Commercial • Life • Employee Benefits
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810.629.1566 | 800.467.6645 | www.bbmich.com
SERVICES WE PROVIDE:
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Located inside VG’s on Leroy St.
Funeral, Memorial & Cremation Services
Pre-Arrangements, Monuments, Grave Markers & Urns
(810) 600-4372
Kenneth & Becca Temrowski
(810) 629-2533
500 Main Stteet
Fenton, MI 48430
www.temrowskifamilyfuneralhome.com
www.phplumbingheating.com
Dr. Jeffrey T. Pinkston
Parishioner
Dr. Dennis B. Pinkston
Dr. Carole A. Cocagne
Dr. Krista L. Kline
Dr. Nicole L. Stilson
Parishioner
10010 Miller Rd.
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
Phone: 810-635-4015
Fax: 810-635-4017
HOURS
Mon.-Fri. 9-12, 2-5:30
Sat. 9-12
www.swartzcreekvet.com
• New Work
• Repairs
• Modernization
3460 N. Genesee
736-3830
Di Natale Accounting
& Tax Service
Albert Di Natale,
Enrolled Agent & Tax Accountant
Personal, Sm. Business,
Real Estate
14165 Fenton Rd., Ste. 104 G
810-714-4302
PROTECTING SENIORS NATIONWIDE
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TALK
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Gary A. Wasiak, DPM
Highland Office
2997 East Highland Rd.
Highland, MI 48356
P/248.887.3729
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Irrigation Services
Landscaping • Fertilization
Lawn & Bed Maintenance
www.chaselawn.com
Thank you for advertising in
our church bulletin.
I am patronizing your business
because of it!
1-800-248-0280
www.duro-last.com
Jeff Gottron, Parishioner
391100 St John Church (B)
www.jspaluch.com
• Free consultations.
• Open every Saturday.
• Low down payment options.
• Interest free financing.
No referral needed.
Just give us a call.
Downtown Linden WaxOrtho.com
810.458.6188
Doug Mercer, Agent
2813 Silver Lake Road
Fenton, MI 48430
Bus: 810-714-0370
See why State Farm® insures
more drivers than GEICO
and Progressive combined.
Great service, plus discounts
of up to 40 percent.*
Like a good neighbor,
State Farm is there.®
CALL FOR QUOTE 24/7.
*Discounts vary by states.
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
1001174.1 State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL
For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-566-6170
“Your Hometown Dealer”. See Our Website For Specials
Tim and Jennifer Hall
Parishioner
15123 North Road • 810-714-3300
1-800-714-9505 •
www.hallfenton.com
EASY TO FIND - US23 at EXIT 80
QUALITY EYE CARE AT A GREAT VALUE
Designer
Contacts
Frames
Eye Exams
3140 Silver Lake Rd. at US 23 • 810-593-1000
www.genopt.com
Family Owned
1225 W. Hill Road
Flint, MI 48507
ASSOCIATED FOOT CLINIC
New Location
(810) 235-2345
(810) 750-8300
*Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fenton House Restaurant
• Game Room For Customers Only
• Non-Smoking • Alcohol Free • Great For Families
• Separate Room for Private Get-Togethers
• Dine In • Take Out
FREE BREAD
Physicians and Surgeons of the foot
102 N. Adelaide • Fenton, MI 48430
www.swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
WITH $5 PURCHASE
CARRY OUT ONLY
Jeffrey C. Noroyan, D.P.M.*
Tim Snyder, D.P.M.*
Allan Kalmus, D.P.M.*
Brian or Sally, coordinators
860.399.1785
an Official
Travel Agency
of AOS-USA
www.CatholicCruisesAndTours.com
BUY 1 MEAL AT FULL PRICE
GET SECOND AT 1/2 PRICE
413 S. LEROY • DIBBLEVILLE
810-629-0661
Law Offices of K.C. Baran, P.C.
Attorney & Counselor
Serving Linden & Fenton Area
• Chapter 7 Bankruptcies • Wills
• Trusts, Estates • Family Law
• Custody Support
• DUI / Criminal Defense
Parish Member, K of C Member
810-936-5211
JOHN’S PIZZERIA & RESTAURANT
810-629-506 0
1492 LeRoy
NEW BANQUET ROOM
Book Your Parties Now! Large and Small, We Can Handle Them All
Catering for All Occasions
Serving Genesee Cty. for Over 40 Years
Kenneth & Shannon Brant
17460 Silver Parkway • Fenton, MI 48430
Ken: 810-853-8440 • Shannon: 810-853-8444
Office: 810-373-5073
AGA Gymnastics
Competitive, recreational
& Cheer Tumbling year round!
810-234-9900 for details
Creative Learning Academy
Child Care Center
www.brantsrealestate.com
Infant, toddler,
pre-school and Kindergarten
programs year round.
810-234-8448 for details
Both Voted Number 1 in Genesee County!
(810) 733-7090
www.jposullivan.com
Register for AYSO by 7/31
for 16 weeks $95.00 after $115.00
We also have travel with FC Bolton
and Little Kritters for 2 & 3 year olds
all at Deer Run
Questions call 586-907-1726
Call us today for a FREE
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265 N. Alloy, Ste. 100 • Fenton, MI 48430
HOLLY: (248) 634-7731 • FENTON: (810) 629-1504
www.doescheradvisors.com
248.701.5235
Serving business owners & executives
in the Fenton community.
607 N. Saginaw, Holly, MI
Active Parish Member
391100 St John Church (A)
248-634-4671
Tom & Barbara Doescher,
new parishioners of St. John Parish
www.jspaluch.com
For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-566-6170
600 North Adelaide Street
Fenton, Michigan 48430
Phone: 810-629-2251
Fax: 810-629-2302
Website: www.stjohnfenton.org
School Phone: 810-629-6551
Pastoral Team
REV. DWIGHT EZOP, Pastor:
Mass Schedule
810-629-2251 ([email protected])
Saturday: 5:00 p.m.
REV. JIM ROLPH, Parochial Vicar:
Sundays: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.,
12:00 p.m., & 6:00 p.m.
810-629-2251 - ([email protected])
TIMOTHY GARBACK, Minister of Music:
810-629-2251 ([email protected])
DEACON TERRY & MARY CARSTEN, Baptismal Prep.:
Weekdays: 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel
Holy Days: See Parish Bulletin or website
Confessions in the Church
Saturdays: 3:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays: 7:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
810-397-8703 ([email protected])
DEACON TERRY CARSTEN, OUTREACH COORDINATOR
810-629-1817
Parish Support Staff
DANIELLE SPHAR, Parish Accountant
810-629-1850
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, confession is often
available in the Reconciliation Room,
(stone chapel building) 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Adoration: each Friday 9:45 a.m.—9:00 p.m.
SHAUNA MEYERS, Bookkeeper
PARISH OFFICE: 810-629-2251
TRICIA JORGENSEN, Parish Secretary
([email protected])
MELANIE FRENCH, Parish Secretary
([email protected])
Religious Education
DAN MEDICH, Coordinator of Adult Formation:
248-982-5355 ([email protected])
KYLE ULRICH, Coordinator of Youth Ministry:
810-938-9411 ([email protected])
HELENE PAULIK, Director of Religious Formation:
810-629-1850 ([email protected])
RFP OFFICE: 810-629-1850
CAROL BECK, REP Secretary:
([email protected])
St. John School
SCHOOL OFFICE: 810-629-6551
Baptism
Baptism is usually celebrated on the third Sunday of the month.
Parents must call Deacon Terry and Mary Carsten to register
their child before the last day of the month prior to their
selected date at 810-397-8703.
Marriage
Please contact the Parish Office at least nine months prior to
wedding date, if possible.
Anointing of the Sick
This sacrament offers the Lord’s healing strength and peace to
anyone who is seriously or chronically ill or hospitalized. Please
call the parish office if you wish to have someone receive this
sacrament.
Rite of Christian Initiation
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation) is for anyone interested in
joining the Catholic Church or for any adult who has not
received the Sacraments of Confirmation or Eucharist. Please
call 810-629-1850.
Facilities
P ARISH O FFICE —810-629-2251
KIT WHITE, St. John School Principal:
S T . J OHN S CHOOL —810-629-6551
([email protected])
RFP O FFICE —810-629-1850
ANGIE HAISS, School Office Manager:
([email protected])
ANDREA KEHOE, School Secretary:
([email protected])
P OWERS H IGH S CHOOL —810-591-4741
O UTREACH O FFICE —810-629-1817
A CTIVITY C ENTER —810-629-3560
S T . J OHN K NIGHTS H ALL —810-629-3560
S T . V INCENT DE P AUL F OOD P ANTRY -810-750-0469