St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

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1 Aug/Sept 2018 A Beacon of Light for the City of Indianapolis St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church St. John s Ministry Team MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Anticipation Mass: 6:30pm Sunday: 8am, 10am, 7pm *Rosary prayed 30 minutes before 8am & 10am Masses Monday-Friday: 12:10pm (Daily Mass) CONFESSION SCHEDULE Monday-Friday: 11am-12pm EVENING PRAYER Monday-Friday: 5:15pm (in St. Patrick s Chapel) Pastor, Chaplain (IUPUI): Father Rick Nagel (fathernagel@gmail.com) Parish Council President: Joe Maguire (jmaguire@ncs-law.com) Director of Catechesis: Dcn David Bartolowits (david.bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org) Director of Communications: Megan Fish (megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org) Director of Finance: Brittany Scher (brittany.scher@stjohnsindy.org) Director of Garden Door Ministry: Sr. Angela (sr.angela@stjohnsindy.org) Director of Maintenance & Security: Billy Carney (billy.carney@stjohnsindy.org) Assistant Maintenance: Jorge Padron Director of Mission & Discipleship: Jessica Inabnitt (jessica.inabnitt@stjohnsindy.org) Director of Music: Francisco Carbonell (francisco.carbonell@stjohnsindy.org) Wedding Coordinator: Bridget McClellan (bridget.mcclellan@stjohnsindy.org) IUPUI FOCUS Missionaries (School Year Only): Zoe Houle (zoe.houle@focus.org) Allison Fitzsimmons (allison.fitzsimmons@focus.org) Zach Sandquist (zachary.sandquist@focus.org) Jacob Ecklund (jacob.tschann@focus.org) St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 126 West Georgia Street Indianapolis, IN office@stjohnsindy.org Connect with ADORATION Sunday: 11am-7pm Monday: 1pm-9pm Tuesday: 6am-12pm Thursday: 1pm-10pm Friday: 6am-12pm General Info: Interested in becoming Catholic? Contact Dcn David Bartolowits (david. bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org) Sacrament of Marriage at St. John s Contact Bridget McClellan (bridget. mcclellan@stjohnsindy.org) at least 9 months before wedding date Baptism: Contact Dcn David Bartolowits (david.bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org) Funerals/Pre-Death Prep: Contact Dcn David Bartolowits (david.bartolowits@ stjohnsindy.org) Vocations: Contact Father Rick Nagel (fathernagel@gmail.com) August/September 2018 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN 1

2 Dear Friends, Father Nagel s Column - Mass Attendance Welcome to the NEW bulletin format! We will be doing a monthly bulletin which will cover more ground and be an upgrade in format, information and color. This is in an effort to reduce the amount of bulletins wasted each week as we will print in house and refill week by week as needed. It also gives us more flexibility to be creative and utilize local sponsors from the parish and Indy area. Additionally, it will save staff time and pressures weekly. If along the way, you have any suggestions, please contact our Director of Communications, Megan Fish, at megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org In the monthly bulletin, I will attempt to give you updates on ministry and highlights from parish life. I also hope to propose ways for us to continue to grow as individuals, families and a community of faith. As we launch here in August, let me take this opportunity to address a challenge I see as a pastor and shepherd of our local church. While St. John s continues to grow in number of parishioners each week and annually, we are seeing a decline in Mass attendance on Saturday evenings and Sundays. This may be due to several circumstances such as parishioners attending another liturgy closer to where they live, from time to time. It could be that some have moved away and we are not aware of the move. It may also be that some choose not to attend Mass every weekend. Addressing this third concern is my intention in the year ahead. As I have asked Our Lord in prayer what the number one thing is that He desires of me as a shepherd, God has been clear that He desires us to come to receive Him and grow in relationship with Him through Word and Sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist! As we address this invitation and challenge, let me begin with this fundamental question Why do some Catholics choose to not attend Mass every weekend? I suspect that if we were to get to the heart of it, there may be three most common answers. 1) Time Making time in our busy lives can be challenging, especially with demanding careers, children s activities and other things that catch one s attention for entertainment. Is time a challenge for you? If so, would you say that relationship with God is at the top of your priority list when it comes to decision about investment of time? Do others tell you they just don t have time to attend Mass? 2) Commitment Making time to participate in the Holy Mass is really a question of commitment. We all find time for those things we are committed to! If a kid is going to be excellent at a sport, they have to be committed to practice daily. If an adult is going to be successful in their career, they will sacrifice hours to be promoted. If a single young adult is going to pursue courtship with another, they will be committed to growing the relationship. So too, if one hopes to have an excellent relationship with God, one must pursue God with passion in order to be successful in the journey of faith. Are you pursuing a deep, abiding relationship with Jesus Christ through His holy Church? What would you say to a loved one who is isn t committed to giving God an hour of their week? 3) Interest Some Catholics have lost interest in God or the Church and say, I don t get anything out of it. We should get something out of Mass grace, grace and more grace! We should also receive faith formation, build a community of authentic friendships and be inspired to live the faith more fully in our daily lives. However, as in anything worthy of our time, in order to receive, we must first give. Are you giving of yourself by carving out time and preparing each week for the Holy Mass by reading the scripture beforehand, praying for an openness to God s grace and placing yourself before the Lord with an open heart and mind? Are you seeking to be entertained or to be filled up with God s grace? Do you know someone who says they just don t get anything out of the Mass, but aren t really prepared to give anything of themselves? What would you say to that person? Throughout the months ahead, I ask you to join me in prayer for all of our parishioners, family members and friends who are away from the church. Perhaps some need our prayers to simply be more committed to Mass every week. Others need our prayers to have the courage to come back after being away all together for a time. Yet others need our prayers to be passionate about the Holy Mass once again. Would you pray three Hail Mary s daily for these sisters and brothers in Christ, asking our Blessed Mother and our patron St. John the Evangelist to intercede for us? Thanks so much for your consideration! I hope to continue this conversation in various ways throughout the months ahead as we seek to give God glory with our lives and with the life of our parish. With a Father s Love, St. John Catholic Church - Aug/Step 2018 Father Rick Nagel 2 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN August/September 2018

3 Faith Formation Opportunities at St. John s Who Can YOU Invite? Want to give a life changing gift to a friend or family member? Invite them to explore the Catholic Faith through St. John s RCIA program. Who in your life doesn t know the fullness of the Catholic Faith? Perhaps it s someone who has fallen away from the church and hasn t received First Communion or Confirmation. Or, perhaps it is someone who doesn t know Jesus and is searching for deeper meaning in their life. Who can you invite to the Great Adventure of growing in relationship with Christ as you walk alongside them? Personal invitation is so powerful it changes lives! Take it to prayer and be open to who God places on your heart to invite. In the fall, St. John s will begin a journey of faith to share the richness of our Catholic heritage and tradition with those interested in learning more about Catholicism through our RCIA program beginning in September. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which adults participate in a period of formation culminating in the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation during the Easter Vigil Mass. If you would like more information about the RCIA program or have questions please contact please contact Deacon David Bartolowits: david. bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org or Preparation for Eternal Life Sacraments Worship & Devotion Sign your kids up today for Religious Education Children Catechesis St. John s will begin our children s religious education program this coming fall. The program, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, is an approach to the religious formation of children and is rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the church, and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. Children gather in an atrium, a room prepared for them, which contains simple yet beautiful materials that they use. We meet on average twice a month after the Sunday 10am Mass. Along with providing religious education for your child, we also encourage parents to attend an adult catechesis program that coincides with the children s schedule so that a true family-based faith program is available to your family at St. John s. If you would like more information, please contact Deacon Dave Bartolowits at or david.bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org Youth Confirmation Are you a teenager between the ages of and have not yet been confirmed? The Sacrament of Confirmation is a turning point in your faith journey. Through this Sacrament, you will be fully initiated into the Catholic Church and receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which enable you to live out your faith in the fullness of grace. If you would like more information about classes beginning this fall, please contact Deacon Dave Bartolowits at or david. bartolowits@stjohnsindy.org. Jam & Sing with St. John Choirs Calling all those interested in the St. John Choirs! Join us on Friday, August 24 at 6pm for an evening of singing and fun over pizza, drinks and desserts. Enjoy music by St. John s Music Director, Francisco Carbonell and the choirs singing music from movies. Come and experience what it is like to sing in the choir with fellow parishioners! Please RSVP by contacting Kathy Tierney at kathleentierney5@gmail.com or Event is free and open all those interested in learning more about St. John Choirs! Adoration at St. John s The St. John Paul II Adoration Chapel is located inside the parish office. The chapel is generally open from 7am-9pm daily (with Jesus reposed in the Tabernacle outside of regular scheduled Adoration Hours.) The entrance to the St. John Paul II Adoration Chapel is through the very east entrance on Georgia Street into St. John s (next to the Alley just past St. John s Courtyard). Chapel access is through a coded door off of Georgia Street. If you would like the code to the Adoration chapel please fill out a code form here: www. stjohnsindy.org/adoration-chapel-access or stop by the parish office to fill out the form. Interested in a regular weekly Holy Hour? Check our website for open time slots: August/September 2018 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN 3

4 Lunch with Love Social Justice Not My Life - Pro Life Film Series Continues PRO-LIFE FILM SERIES Friday Sept 14 St. John s Each week on Friday s from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm we invite the neighbors entering the courtyard to sit with us and to share a meal, Scripture, prayer, and conversation. We are in need of volunteers to donate entrees, side dishes, and desserts. Volunteers are also needed to set up, serve food, and clean up. If you are interested in helping out, please go to the link below for more information and sign-ups, or contact Theresa Cushing. theresamcushing@gmail.com We also need people to join us to share a meal, conversation, Scripture and prayer with our neighbors each week. You can simply stop by on your lunch hour and share in conversation with our neighbors. Please contact Jessica Inabnitt at jessica.inabnitt@ stjohnsindy.org or if you would like to help or would like more information about Lunch with Love. All are welcome! The Pro-Life Film series continues on Friday, September 14 at 6:30pm at St. John s (in the Pan Am building). The film will be Not My Life. Not My Life explores the cruel and dehumanizing practices of human trafficking and modern slavery on a global scale. The film will be followed by a panel discussion. Through the panel discussion learn how human trafficking effects our local community. Panelists include: an IPD detective, the mother of a human trafficked victim, and a therapist for human trafficked survivors. Admission to the film is free, and a simple supper will be served. To register, contact Sheryl Dye at smdye1@ gmail.com or This event is sponsored by the Holy Rosary Pro-Life Ministry and the Sanctity of Life Committee of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Garden Door Ministry - Outreach to Homeless Monthly Hour of Mercy Please join the St. John s Sanctity of Life Committee for the monthly Hour of Mercy, typically the second Friday of each month at 3pm in front of the Planned Parenthood on 86th Street. Come and peacefully pray the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet for the mothers and unborn children harmed by abortion. For more information, please contact Sheryl Dye at smdye1@gmail.com. Upcoming dates include: September 14 and October 12. All are welcome as we seek to build up a culture of life in our city! St. John s Garden Door Ministry serves those in need locally and is funded by parishioner donations. Donations may be placed in the wooden box in the back of church. Clean, gently used clothing items are much welcomed! Our current needs include: tshirts (L 3XL), shorts & pants (32-40), men s underwear (M-XL), socks and razors. Monetary donations can be placed in the poor box which is the gold stand located near the southwest exit in the church. Interested in volunteering? Contact Kathy Tierney garden.door@ stjohnsindy.org. The Garden Door is open Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm. Volunteers serve in 2 hour shifts. Can t make it during the day? We need help making sandwiches in the evenings! Inquire for more info. 4 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN August/September 2018

5 Beloved Daughter s Beloved Daughter s Social Event Photo Here The Beloved Daughters of St. John will be building up our community of women with a night of prayer, socialization and appetizers on Thursday, August 23 at 6:30pm. Since the month of August is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, join us as we pray a rosary together in the St. John courtyard, enjoy some light appetizers, and community. Adoration will be taking place that evening, as well. Questions? Contact Stephanie Meyer: stephlynnmeyer@gmail.com. No RSVP is needed. Stay Connected Interested in Becoming a St. John Parishioner? Interested in becoming a new parishioner at St. John s? Do so today by filling out a form in the back of church (see a greeter for more info) or online: Stay Connected: St. John + Text To stay connected to St. John s via and text messaging please text the keywords StJohnsIndy to this number: When prompted reply back with your address. This will get you signed on for s and text messages. We send a weekly to parishioners through flocknotes to keep the parish updated on upcoming events. For more information: Questions? office@ stjohnsindy.org St. John s Mobile App Utilize great prayer resources on the St. John s mobile app. Download the app here: The app is packed full of prayer resources, parish events, weekend homily videos, Mass Ministry schedule and more. Need help downloading the app? Or have questions/suggestions? Contact Megan Fish, Director of Communications: or megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org. Parishioners (Sunday & Holyday Offerings) Visitors (Sunday & Holyday Offerings) Daily Offerings Young Adult Offerings Extraordinary Needs (Church Artwork) Total Regular Offerings Garden Door St VdP Haiti Mission Vocations Fund Finance Council - Gifts to God and St. John Parish July 2018 Tithing July Ministry Offerings July Months Budget YTD YTD Budget $42, $45, $42, $45, $8, $9, $8, $9, $3, $2, $3, $2, $3, $3, $3, $3, $2, $5, $2, $5, $61, $65, $61, $65, July YTD $3, $3, $ $ $3, $3, $ $ Online Giving Available: Online Giving is available at St. John s through Our Sunday Visitor (OSV). Give in a secure, safe and consistent way with online giving to various ministries at St. John s. To learn more or to set up your account visit: donate and click on the OSV Online Giving Icon. Questions contact Brittany Scher, St. John s Director of Finance at brittany.scher@stjohnsindy.org, Colts Communications Parking Passes Do you attend home colts games? Or know someone who does? We will be offering seasonal parking passes for all pre-season and regular season games for $300 per space. We will also sell remaining spaces during most home games that are available for a per game cost. Please contact Megan Fish for more information or questions at megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org. August/September 2018 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN 5

6 Mass Intentions for Aug/Sept: August TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Saturday, August 11 6:30pm: Eugene and Alice Graban + Sunday, August 12: 8am: Jeanie Farrell + 10am: Mark and Sheila Hubert + 7pm: St. John Parish Monday, August 13: 12:10pm: Remedios Molina Jaca + Tuesday, August 14: St. Maximilian Kolbe 12:10pm: Int of Laura Huey Wednesday, August 15: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 12:10pm: Thomas Spencer + 7pm: Patricia Casey Beidelman + Thursday, August 16: 12:10pm: Max Kreilein + Friday, August 17: 12:10pm: John Capasso + September RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY Saturday, September 8: 6:30pm: Int of Celebrant Sunday, September 9: 8am: Int of Jorge Padron family 10am: Int/Anniversary of Jerri and Phil Keller 7pm: Int of Celebrant Monday, September 10: 12:10pm: Nina O Connor Williams + 6:45pm (Campus): Int of Celebrant Tuesday, September 11: 12:10pm: Int of Carbonell Family Wednesday, September 12: 12:10pm: Int of Celebrant 12:30pm (Campus): Int of Celebrant Thursday, September 13: St. John Chrysostom 12:10pm: Int of Kenzli Chappell Friday, September 14: Exaltation of the Holy Cross 12:10pm: Patricia Casey Beidelman + August TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Saturday, August 18: 6:30pm: St. John Parish Sunday, August 19: 8am: Francis Salb + 10am: Robin Ann Erhmann + 7pm: Int of Sean Schembra Monday, August 20: St. Bernard 12:10pm: Soledad Romero + Tuesday, August 21: St. Pius X 12:10pm: Patricia Casey Beidelman + Wednesday, August 22: The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary 12:10pm: Int of Paula Bartholome Thursday, August 23: 12:10pm: Int of Evelyn Guinn Friday, August 24: St. Bartholomew 12:10pm: Int of Itzel Carbonell Mass intentions are available for daily and weekend Masses. Masses may be offered for the repose of the soul of a family member or friend, a living person (such as an anniversary or birthday). To request a Mass intention call the parish office: The cost is $10 per Mass intention. August TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Saturday, August 25: 6:30pm: Eugene and Alice Graban + Sunday, August 26: 8am: Macklin Swinney + 10am: Frank and Faye Lee + 7pm: St. John Parish Monday, August 27: St. Monica 12:10pm: Angela May Eckstein + 6:45pm (Campus): Int of Celebrant Tuesday, August 28: St. Augustine 12:10pm: Int of Father George Rozum, C.S.C Wednesday, August 29: Passion of St. John the Baptist 12:10pm: J. Kenneth Borders + 12:30pm (Campus): Int of Celebrant Thursday, August 30: 12:10pm: Amy Lasher Haworth + Friday, August 31: 12:10pm: Augusto & Arnold Dumaual + September ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Saturday, September 1: 6:30pm: Int of Celebrant Sunday, September 2: 8am: Francis Salb + 10am: Ronald P. Jennings + 7pm: Int of Celebrant Monday, September 3: St. Gregory the Great 12:10pm: John Ray, Sr. + 6:45pm (Campus): Int of Celebrant Tuesday, September 4: 12:10pm: Alice Hoeping + Wednesday, September 5: 12:10pm: Int of Celebrant Thursday, September 6 : 12:10pm: Angela May Eckstein + Friday, September 7: 12:10pm: Mike and Josephine Caito + + = Deceased August /September Sacraments WEDDINGS: Congratulations to the following couples married from August 11-September 14 at St. John s (unless otherwise noted) and/or prepped at St. John s. August 11, Shelbi Burnett & Andrew Smeathers August 18, Allison Scarlott & Thomas Fisher-Heath August 18, Caitlin Rogozinski & Andrew Boehner August 25, Abbey Pease & Brett Neal August 25, Yvonne Rush & John Gerbasi (@ St. Peter s Church, Ft. Wayne, IN) September 1, Lauren Griffith & Alex Blubaugh BAPTISMS: Congratulations to the following children baptized August 11-September 14 at St. John s. August 12, 2018 Luke Petersen, child of Matt & Veronica August 19, 2018 Matthew Joseph Isaacs, child of Michael &Lori Gwyneth May LeClere, child of Kyle & Sarah Theodore Fernandez Conway, child of Dan & Marlou ST. JOHN PRAYER LIST: St. John s prayer list is found online at: (or on our mobile app). If you would like to add/remove a name from the prayer list please contact the Parish Office at office@ stjohnsindy.org or St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN August/September 2018

7 Christkindl Village - How you can get involved St. John s Christkindl Village Christ Child Village December West Block of Georgia, Pan Am Ice Rink, St. John s Parking Lot Indianapolis, IN Sponsors Needed Invest in the Spirit of Christmas with St. John s Christkindl Village! Do you know of a company that would be a great sponsor for the Christkindl Village? We are looking for sponsors at various levels to help support the cost of managing and running this annual festival that attracts thousands. If you know of a company or business that may be interested in sponsoring an authentic Christmas festival in Downtown Indianapolis please connect them with Megan Fish for more info on sponsor levels: megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org. Calling all Vendors/Artisans! Are you an artisan vendor? Do you have a favorite artisan vendor from your local farmers market or festival? Help us pack the village with great Artisan Vendors at this year s Christkindl Village! The Christkindl Village runs from December Some items include: woodworking or other handcrafted items, candle makers, chocolate/fudge makers, cheese vendors, sausage vendors, nuts, etc. If you know of anyone who may make a great fit for this please connect them with Brittany Scher for more info on vendor fees and days/times required for the festival: brittany.scher@stjohnsindy.org. What is the Christkindl Village? The Christkindl Village is a celebration of the holiday with a traditional Christmas Market. This event, that attracts thousands, is in its 7th year and is a lasting tradition for the people of Indianapolis and visitors, including a canopy of lights, Live Animal Nativity, kids and teen activities, photos with St. Nick, German foods, Beer and Wine Garden, music festivals including caroling, and the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas. Last year we expanded the village into the Old Pan Am Ice Rink across Georgia Street and are looking forward to another exciting year of sharing the true meaning of Christmas with the City of Indianapolis! Below are various way you can help us grow the festival this year. Volunteer/Lead an Area Are you interested in volunteering or potentially leading an area of the Christkindl Village? Share your gifts with us by helping out with this annual festival. For more information or to inquire about where needs are contact Megan Fish: megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org. Young Adult & College Campus Ministry Young Adult Monthly Socials Catholic Student IUPUI Join the young adult and college student community for a monthly Sunday social usually following the 7pm Mass at St. John s on the second Sunday of each month. This is a great way to meet others in the community and join in for some faith, fellowship and fun! Save the Date for September s social which will be on Sunday, September 9. We will welcome back students with an Ice Cream Social and Scavenger Hunt. All young adults ages are welcome! Are you a college student looking for fellowship with other students? Join in for weekly outreach offered on the IUPUI campus and meet some of your peers that are part of the St. John community. Learn more about the Catholic Student Organization and FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) who lead campus ministry outreach with chaplain Father Nagel. Visit St. John s website for more info: August/September 2018 St. John Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN 7

8 Support Our Bulletin Advertisers Just 3 miles south of St. John s! Visit us at our Madison Ave location: 2740 Madison Ave, Indianapolis Thank you to all bulletin advertisers - past, present and future! We have room available for future advertisers. If you are interested in an ad, please contact Megan Fish (megan.fish@stjohnsindy.org) for info on pricing and sizes. We have options for monthly, quarterly or yearly ads. Thank you for your interest and please visit these advertisers! -St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church