St-John’s
Catholic Church

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

I'm writing to you today with a heart full of gratitude and a hopeful vision for our shared future. Over the past decade, your steadfast financial contributions have been a rock for our church, allowing us to maintain our essential spiritual and charitable services. Your unwavering support has made a tangible difference in the lives of many within our community, and for that, we are eternally grateful.

As you know, our world is experiencing a time of rising costs. This has unfortunately led to a significant 30% increase in our annual expenditures for church maintenance and various projects. These projects are vital to ensuring our church remains a safe, welcoming, and vibrant hub for all of us. In light of this, we are calling on you to get involved in a new way. Our upcoming social events aren't just for fun; they serve a dual purpose. First, they are an opportunity to deepen the bonds that hold our community together. By sharing meals, laughter, and conversation, we strengthen the fabric of our church family. Second, these events will be crucial in helping us meet our new financial obligations. Your active participation will directly support the church in covering these increased costs.

Your continued regular giving is, and always will be, the foundation of our church's operations. We ask that you please continue this vital support. However, by actively participating in our social events, you can provide an additional layer of support that will help us address the current financial challenges without compromising the services we provide.

Let's come together to build a stronger community and a more secure future for our church. We look forward to seeing you at our next event.

Fraternally yours In Christ, Our Lord,

Fr. Roy Margallo

Pastor

Altar Society Membership

St. John’s Altar Society will begin a membership drive
Saturday September 20, 2025.
The Altar Society is in need of active members and inactive members.

Dues are $20 for the year and include being remembered in the monthly first Friday Mass.

Envelopes are available in the vestibule and can be put in the collection basket.

We thank you for your support. Any questions please call Eileen White 239-2680.

New Study Class on the Holy Spirit

An Invitation to Come and Experience a deeper relationship with The Holy Spirit.

A new study class will begin on Sunday Oct. 5th at 10am in the Fran Ragan Room.

“We’re not our hearts burning when he spoke to us on the way?” ( Luke 24:32 )

Catechism Classes resume

At 9:45 in the Parish Hall after Mass on Sunday, September 21.

Classes are from Kindergarten to Confirmation.
Preparation for both First Holy Communion and Confirmation are two year courses.
Knowing your religion is a life time endeavor,

May God bless us all as we take this journey.

Peace and Justice Committee Update

We are so grateful to Live Earth Farms, one of the larger booths at the Felton Farmers’ Market. They are kindly allowing us to take as much fresh organic produce as we can use for our Thursday lunches.