St. John the Baptist

St. John the Baptist
1st Friday Adoration
8:45 am-9:45 am
Anointing of the sick after Mass

Good Shepherd
1st Tuesday Adoration
4:30 pm - 5 pm
2nd & 3rd Saturday
5:30 pm - 5:45 pm         
Anointing of the  sick after Mass


RE 2018-2019 Elementary Schedule
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 In  Weekend Mass
 
St. John the Baptist
Saturday 4:00 pm
Sunday 8:30 am

Good Shepherd
Saturday 6:00 pm
Sunday 10:30 am

Daily Mass

St. John the Baptist
Wednesday 8:00 am
Friday 8:00 am

Good Shepherd
Tuesday 5:15 pm
Thursday 8:30 am

                         RCIA Classes
ARE YOU SOMONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO….
· Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?
· Has a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized?
· Was baptized as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?
We offer and opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith.  Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist during the Easter season.  There are separate sessions for children or youth.  You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting.  For information on the RCIA process, please contact Tina Schoebel at 297-7423 or sjbreled01@gmail.com.
 
 

Bible Verse of the Week
May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord through which the world has been crucified to me and I to the world.
                                                       GAL 6:14
 

 

St. John the Baptist
1st Friday 9:00 to 9:30 am
Every Saturday 3:15 to 3:45 pm


Good Shepherd
1st Tuesday 4:30 pm - 5 pm 
2nd and 3rd Saturdays 5:30 to 5:45 pm


Assistance
Any parishioners who are affected by floods or tornado damage and who are in need of assistance, please contact the parish office.
 
 







Catechetical Sunday / Fellowship-SJB
Next Sunday, September 16th, the church celebrates Catechetical Sunday.  We will commission those who will serve as catechists in our Religious Education program during Mass next Sunday.  Following Mass, everyone is invited to enjoy fellowship with coffee and donuts.

Catechetical Sunday / Fellowship-GS
Those who serve as catechists in our Religious Education program will be commissioned in celebration of Catechetical Sunday next Sunday, September 16th.  After Mass, please plan to join us for fellowship in our parish hall where we can greet and thank our catechists. 
 


 Attention Christian Formation Families.
We are looking forward to another great year. All religion classes at St. John the Baptist begin on Wednesday, September 19.                                                             
  Elementary :  4:15-5:30pm                                                         
 JH/HS:  7:00-8:00 pm
 

 


Attention Christian Formation Families.
We are looking forward to another great year. All religion classes at St. John the Baptist begin on Wednesday, September 19. Letters to all registered families with children in our elementary program were sent out this week. They include registration forms and the 2018-2019 schedules. Please contact Tina Schoebel at the parish office if you are new to the area or have a child entering first grade.
 

 Attention Christian Formation Families
 Classes will begin meeting weekly on Wednesday, September 19th at 5:15 - 6:30pm for grades K-6th and 7:00pm - 8:00pm for grades 7th -10th. Registration packets have been mailed to all returning families. Please contact Jennie Bradburn at gsreligioused@gmail.com or 608-296-3631, if you are a new family to the parish this year or have a child entering 1st grade. We are looking forward to the new year.
 

 Mass at Harris Villa
Our Mass this Thursday, September 20th  will be celebrated at Harris Villa on County J east of Westfield instead of at the church.  Mass will begin at 8:45 am.
 

 Divine Mercy Chaplet
We will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet 15 minutes before each Mass next weekend, September 22nd and 23rd.  You are encouraged to arrive at church early next weekend and join in the beautiful prayer.




 

St. John the Baptist Harvest Celebration
Saturday, October 13th
Basket Raffle Project
Don’t forget to stop in the Heritage Room and check out the baskets we created through the generosity of our parishioners and guests.  We continue to add new baskets.  You’ll want to purchase some raffle tickets and try to win one of these gorgeous baskets.
Deal or No Deal All Parish Raffle
Keep selling your “Deal or No Deal” raffle tickets.  
Every ticket that’s sold helps make our raffle even more successful!   Remember there’s over $1200 in prize money for the 10 winners.  You can return your money and ticket stubs through the collection baskets or in the parish office throughout the week.  
Thank you for your support!
 
 
 

The Annual Deer Hunter’s Beef Dinner                                                                                                                                                                The Annual Deer Hunter’s Beef Dinner will be held Saturday November 17, 2018.  Preparations are going to get underway soon. If you are interested in serving on the Beef Dinner Committee, please call Peg Szymanski -296-3653.  We would love to have you!