St. John the Baptist Parish 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time January 20, 2019 Dear Parishioners: On January 3rd I received a large white envelope from the Family Life Council, Inc., in Wauwatosa. It was addressed by hand and mailed to me by name at St. Thomas Aquinas. The envelope contained four items: * an 8½ x 11 poster depicting the Memorial for Unborn Children, a sculpture by Slovakian sculptor Martin Hudáček intended to portray post-abortion pain, mercy and forgiveness * a fact sheet about the sculpture * a 3 x 5 card depicting the same work on one side and a Prayer for Healing on the other * a brief message from the President of the Family Life Council, Inc., to a generic Dear Pastor with instructions for how to order copies of the card The Prayer for Healing reads: Eternal Father, Source of all mercy and love, out of love for us you sent your Son, and willed that blood and water flow from his side to cleanse us of sin and restore lost innocence. Hear the cry of each woman who mourns the loss of her child to abortion. Forgive her sin, restore her to your grace, and still the terror of her heart with a peace beyond all understanding. Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of all tenderness and our Mother, strengthen her faith in you. Give her the consolation to believe that her child is now living in the Lord. We ask this through Christ our Lord, who conquered sin and death, and who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. Neither the fact sheet nor the brief message called attention to the pending anniversary of the January 22, 1973, U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case of Roe v. Wade, so perhaps the timing of the envelope s arrival was merely coincidental. In any case, I decided to take advantage of the opportunity and placed an order for one thousand cards. I ve divided them up, 750 for St. John the Baptist (where they can be found on the tables holding church bulletins and the doors into church) and 250 for St. Thomas Aquinas (where they are on the benches/tables holding the Matthew Kelly gift books). Whether or not you know someone whose life has directly or indirectly been impacted by abortion, I invite you, if you are so inclined, to pick up a card and make a point of praying the Prayer for Healing next Tuesday and, perhaps, periodically thereafter. Thanks. Father Phil Welcome to the Newest Members of our Catholic Faith Family Baptized Sunday, January 20, 2019 Thea Marie Kern Daughter of Thomas Kern and Somer Flaig Carter James Pavlat Son of Steve and Jenna Pavlat May their families enjoy the Blessings of the sacrament and continue in God s Love throughout their lives. In Loving Memory Our parish family extends its sympathy to the family of William E. Heberlein May William, with God s Blessing, rest in peace. Fr. Phil s Coffee Klatch An informal, open discussion with Father Phil Wednesday, January 23 St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel 10:00-11:00am All are welcome!
ZeruZeru, Inc. Supporting the Mary Mother of God Perpetual Help Center in Tanzania, East Africa St. John the Baptist and St. Thomas Aquinas Twinning Project We are pleased to share a video of Karene and the children at Mary Mother of God Perpetual Help Center. The video will play after Masses in the church gathering space. The video will also be viewable on our website. Please continue to hold Karene and all those she is encountering in prayer, as she wraps up this trip to Tanzania. Service at the Center Like so many of us, whether students or families or those with a few extra hours, service is also a part of the student s, at the center, experience. [We ve heard about all the great service that the students of SJB school and students of SJB faith formation classes have been doing leading up to the holidays.] Sister Helena, Director of the Mary Mother of God of Perpetual Help center in Lamadi, Tanzania, East Africa which is supported by ZeruZeru, has been teaching the children there that, although they are often the recipients of charity, they also need to give charity to others. Over the last several months, the children helped some of the older members in the local village to clean their yards, dig garbage pits and offer extra food (which had grown in the Center s garden). In this way, the children will have a better understanding of the Gospel. It also enhances the perception others in the village may have of them, reinforcing the fact that, although they have albinism, they are not evil spirits nor good luck charms - they are human beings able to contribute to society like anyone else. Learn more about ZeruZeru, Inc. on their website: www.savethealbinochildren.org/zeruzeru-news St. John the Baptist Former Chapel Update After review and careful consideration of the feedback received through comment cards, Q&A sessions and from parishioners at-large, the Stewardship and Prayer & Worship Committees have given their recommendations to the Pastoral Council regarding moving forward with the conversion of the old chapel. The motivation that guided the decision to change this area is to create a space to enhance fellowship and community for ALL parishioners and guests of St. John the Baptist Parish. It is the intention that the space be multi-functional and easily adaptable for a variety of prayer life and stewardship purposes. At the January 8 th meeting, the Pastoral Council voted to give this recommendation to Fr. Phil. Fr Phil has agreed to move forward up to the extent that the budgeted amount of $5,000 as augmented by designated donations will allow. We will keep you abreast of developments as they happen. A complete summary of the feedback received is available in the back of church, at the parish office or can be emailed upon request. Please send your email request to sjbparish@sjbplymouth.org. Take STOCK in the Youth of SJB Students will be selling shares of stock after Masses this weekend to help fund the Mission Trip to Nashville, Tennessee. Your donations show our students that SJB parish supports them on their mission to help others. The Faith Formation office will continue to collect donations if you missed the opportunity this weekend. Please feel free to send donations to: Amy Albers, 116 Pleasant St., Plymouth, 53073 or you can drop an envelope in the collection marked Mission Trip. Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest Saturday, January 26, 2019 / St. John the Baptist Gym All Boys and Girls ages 9-14 11:30 - Registration and Warm Up Local Contest Begins at NOON followed by the District Competition.
EXPLORE A FAITH-CENTERED OPTION FOR YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATION! ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL VISIT OUR SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE! IS NOW ENROLLING FOR 2019-2020 Sunday, January 27 10:30 AM - Noon 116 Pleasant Street, Plymouth 893-5961 / www.sjbplymouth.org Knights of Columbus 53rd Annual Winter Brat Fry and Raffle Sunday, January 27, 2019 10:00 am to 1:00 pm / SJB Church Hall Enjoy Grilled Johnsonville Brats, Schwaller Burgers,Chicken Breasts, Potato Salad, Baked Beans and Delicious Homemade Desserts. Plan on stopping after Mass or after the SJB Catholic Schools Week Open House. The KC's use the proceeds from this Brat Fry to support our local youth programs and charities such as the True Meaning of Christmas Poster Contest, The Knowledge Contest, SJB High School Basketball teams, the Mission Trips, Coast for Kids, Food Pantry, Reins, Project Angel Hugs and more. The Knights of Columbus raffle drawing is also held during this event. Please contact a fellow Knight member to purchase tickets. Thank you for your support!
School News St. John the Baptist Catholic School - 3K-Grade 8 A Message from the Principal Steeped in the history of Plymouth, St. John the Baptist School was established in September of 1896 by the Franciscan Nuns of Christian Charity from Silver Lake College. The teachers and support staff strive to continue the longestablished tradition of school while, at the same time, equipping our students with required skills for the modern world. The teachers are committed to teaching the 21 st Century Learning skills that are necessary for living in the 21 st Century society and work place. The 21 st Century Learning Skills include the following: Learning Skills Critical thinking Creativity Collaboration Communication Literacy Skills Information literacy Media literacy Technology Life Skills Flexibility Initiative Productivity Social Skills It is with pride that we hold high expectations regarding academic performance, extracurricular participation and being a disciple of Christ. I invite you to call for a tour of the school at (920) 893-5961. I look forward to sharing what St. John the Baptist School has to offer. Prayer and Worship Committee Happy New Year! The Prayer and Worship Committee would like to thank everyone who participated at Mass and our other prayer opportunities throughout the Advent and Christmas Seasons. A special thanks goes to our Greeters, Ushers, Servers, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Sacristans, and our choirs. As the Christmas Season fades and we enter into Ordinary Time, there is nothing ordinary about our great parish. The Prayer and Worship Committee is working and planning for Lent and the many opportunities we will have offer this Lenten Season. Stay tuned! If you are interested in getting involved in one of the Liturgical Ministries of the Church, please call the parish office or email our Director of Liturgy, Scott Dedlow at sdedlow@sjbplymouth.org Faith Formation News Adults, Young and Youth Faith Formation Faith Formation: Are you looking for ideas to include your young child in our faith? Looking for faith-filled ideas to do as a whole family? The Faith Formation program has a monthly magazine for you, Take Out: Family Faith on the Go The magazine provides different ideas/activities each month. It focuses on the feasts/saints in a particular month. Look for it by the bulletins in the gathering space. BAPTISM Do you have a wee one that you d like to welcome to the Catholic community some day? Interested in meeting other new parents? Could you use some TLC for a night? Come join us for a Baptism Preparation Class. All it takes is one class. Come to prepare for your child s Baptism and have some food and fellowship in the meantime! Upcoming Baptism Preparation Classes at SJB: Monday, Jan 28, 2019 6:15-7:30 PM at the Church Meeting Room [The following class will be held Monday, March 25 from 6:15-7:15 PM] Please call or email Paige Katzfey to sign up (892-4006 X118 or pkatzfey@sjbplymouth.org). Parish Finance St. John the Baptist Angel Fund The Angel Fund provides tuition assistance to families who desire a Catholic education for their children. The Angel Fund provides scholarships to approximately 18-20 families averaging $50,000 annually in assistance. Due to generous donations, memorial gifts, and bequests; St. John the Baptist is able to provide this tuition assistance. The St. John the Baptist Angel Fund balance is currently $124,000. These funds are also available to assist families with their Faith Formation fees. On behalf of the children of St. John the Baptist, we extend our sincere appreciation to the donors and benefactors for their continued support of Catholic education. For more information about the Angel Fund or tuition assistance, please contact Lisa Schoneman, Director of Administrative Services, lschoneman@sjbplymouth.org or call (920) 892-4006.
Mass Schedule and Intentions Saturday, January 19 4:00pm LeRoy Lockman 4:00pm Angeline Jacoby 5:30pm Mass at St. Thomas Aquinas Sunday, January 20 9:30am Cecilia Schumacher 9:30am Living and Deceased Family Members of St. John the Baptist Folk Group Monday, January 21 8:00am Tom and Margaret Krebsbach Tuesday, January 22 8:00am Mary Jean Lyght 8:00am Donald Schroeder Wednesday, January 23 Thursday, January 24 8:00am Tom Radmann 8:00am Jim Koene Friday, January 25 Saturday, January 26 4:00pm For the People of St. John the Baptist and St. Thomas Aquinas 5:30pm Mass at St. Thomas Aquinas Sunday, January 27 9:30am Bill Nolte 9:30am Tony Woelfel 6:00pm Antonino Miosi The Week at St. John the Baptist January 20-26, 2019 Sunday... January 20 10:30am... Coffee & Donuts/Church Hall Monday... January 21 3:30pm... Eucharistic Adoration/Church 5:30pm... Technology Mtg/Library Tuesday... January 22 5:30pm... SVdP Religious Ministry Mtg/Parish Office Wednesday... January 23 6:00pm... Living Way of the Cross Parent Mtg/Church 6:00pm... FF Gr 1-8/School 6:15pm... FF Gr 9-10/School 6:30pm... RCIA Mtg/Church Mtg Rm 7:00pm... Adult Volleyball/Gym Thursday... January 24 8:30am... Mission Quilters/Parish Office 6:00pm... Classic Choir Rehearsal/Church 6:00pm... Prayer Shawl Mtg/Parish Office 8:00pm... LTAA Girls Basketball/Gym Saturday... January 26 9:30am... Private Confession/Reconciliation Rm 11:30am... KC s Free Throw Contest/Gym 5:30pm... Confirmation Retreat/Offsite YOU VE BEEN WAITING FOR IT and YOU HAVEN T MISSED IT! SJB Parish Pictorial Directory Update We expect to receive our parish directories in approximately THREE weeks. The books are free for those who had their pictures taken and will be available for pick up in the Church Gathering Space. A limited number of extra books will be available for $10. Scriptures Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 20, 2019 1st: Isaiah 62:1-5 (66C) 2nd: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Gospel: John 2:1-11 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 27, 2019 1st: Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 (69C) 2nd: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 or 12:12-14, 27 Gospel: Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 Plymouth Community Blood Drive Monday, January 28 / 11:30 am 5:30pm Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1808 Eastern Ave, Plymouth Give blood get noodles. When you give blood at this drive we ll give you a coupon for a free entrée when you purchase a Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage from Noodles and Company. Sponsored by: Plymouth Lions Club and American Legion Genuine G.I. Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Noon / $8 per person Sunday, January 20 / 40 Stafford Street / Plymouth Scrambled Eggs, toast, pancakes, French toast, sausage, Creamed Biscuit Gravy, Coffee, Juice and Milk
St. John the Baptist Parish Information Sacramental Celebrations Eucharistic Liturgies: See the front cover of Bulletin. Baptism: Contact the Parish Office Reconciliation: 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30-10:00am in the Reconciliation Room. Marriage: Contact the pastor no later than six months prior to day of the wedding. Very Reverend Philip D. Reifenberg Shared Pastor Parishes of St. John the Baptist and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Trustees Bill Barbieur Treasurer Tom Paul..Secretary Pastoral Council Chair : Adam Schneider Members: Michael Hartke, Bill Marklein, Tony Mischo, Cheryl Nicholson, Keith Ott, Joel Pierce, Tony Glenboski, Isabel Roy Finance Council Chair : Jim Birenbaum Members: Bill Barbieur, Mark Gumm, Tom Paul, Joel Pierce St. John the Baptist School - 893-5961 Amy Nelson..Principal Ann Penkwitz...School Secretary Joel Pierce. School Board Chair St. John the Baptist Faith Formation - 892-6015 Amy Albers Director of Faith Formation Nancy Kultgen.Faith Formation Assistant Contacts Cemetery..Parish Office - 892-4006 Prayer Needs.Kate - 893-0937 St. Vincent de Paul...892-4913 sjbplymouth.org Parish Membership We welcome you to the St. John the Baptist Parish Family. To receive a registration form or to notify us of an address change, please complete the form below. Place the completed form in the collection basket, or return it to the Parish Office (115 Plymouth Street, Plymouth 53073). Name Address: Phone: New Parishioner Address Change Bulletin Deadline Please submit announcements to the parish office by 8:00 am Monday. bulletin@sjbplymouth.org Parish Office Contact Information Hours: 8:30am-Noon and 1:00-4:00pm Phone..892-4006 Website... www.sjbplymouth.org E-mail...sjbparish@sjbplymouth.org Lisa Schoneman.....Director of Administrative Services Paige Katzfey...Pastoral Associate Katie Kleiber.....Communications Coordinator Julie Krueger.Parish Secretary Scott Dedlow...Building Maint./Dir. Of Music &Liturgy INCLEMENT WEATHER St. John the Baptist follows the Plymouth Joint School District with regard to closings and delays (late starts). You can visit the www.plymouth.k12.wi.us/schools/dis/cancel.html for notifications. There may be occasions when a decision to close the facility is made independently of the district. Check the parish website, call the office at 892-4006 or check local broadcasters WHBL 1330 AM, Channel 12 WISN, Channel 4 WTMJ and, Channel 2 WBAY for closing information. Every attempt will be made to have decisions made by 7:00 a.m. for morning activities and 3:00 p.m. for evening activities. View complete Inclement Weather Policy on our website www.sjbplymouth.org St. John the Baptist Bulletin Advertiser of the Week Moraine Gardens The support of our advertisers helps offset the cost of publishing our bulletin. Please thank them when you can and support them with your business.