Songs of the heavens, stars and night –
Complimentary tickets are available for St. John parishioners in the bulletin.
Complimentary tickets are available for St. John parishioners in the bulletin.
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The Feast of All Saints Day, which is celebrated on
November 1, falls on a Saturday in 2014 and
therefore is not a holy day of obligation. Mass will
be celebrated at the regular times of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, October 28, 5:30 p.m.
LIFE MATTERS: REFLECTIONS ON THE SYNOD ON THE FAMILY
Lecture by James Bretzke, S.J.
Boston College Theology and Ministry Library Auditorium, Brighton Campus Free of charge.
This talk reflects on the recently concluded Extraordinary Synod on the Family called by Pope Francis, and discusses the major themes that emerged from that October meeting of bishops and Church leaders from around the world. Particular attention will also be given to the input offered by the American bishops, especially in light of the perennial concerns voiced about the array of life matters and family values that intersect with political choices Catholic voters must make in the election.
Tuesday, November 4, 6:30 p.m.
EVENING FOR WOMEN
St. John Church/Social Hall, Moderator: Sr. Evelyn Ronan
Cardinal Carlo Martini once described grace as knowing that “you have been loved for a very long time.” Through prayer, reflection and sharing, this year’s
program will take us deeply into this truth, that we may help each other embrace its reality and be transformed. Includes a fabulous ‘Pot Luck’; please bring your
favorite Fall recipe. All Welcome!
November 13, 7:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: THE SYNOD OF BISHOPS ON THE FAMILY
St. John Parish Center
All members of the parish are invited to the November 13 meeting of the Parish Book Discussion Group. The topic will be “The Synod of Bishops on the Family”, and our discussion will focus on both the process and structure of decision-making in the Vatican and the substance of the many issues discussed (or that should have been discussed!) There has been extensive press coverage of the October meeting in Rome; thus we are asking participants in the November 13 meeting to read as much as possible and come prepared to express your conclusions, opinions, reservations, hopes and expectations. These are obviously important challenges in the life of our Church and we all have a serious responsibility to become as informed as possible. One new and wonderful source of information is CRUX, the website of Catholic news sponsored by The Boston Globe. For further information and to give us an idea of how many will attend, please contact John Stewart (617.969.0950) or Peter Mongeau.
St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org
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This Week: Sunday, October 26
Grade 2 Enrollment Mass 9:00 a.m.
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Next Week: Sunday, November 2
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7, 8 Class 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Friends for Good 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 9 Friends for Good 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 10 Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 5
Grades 1- 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
A full calendar of all events is available on the Religious Education page.
If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.
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Check out these interesting and informative websites to learn more about the Catholic Church, our faith, and what is going on in the world.
What is faith – specifically, religious faith? Read the latest post in our FAITH MATTERS blog where we begin to lay the groundwork for a longer discussion of the first person of the Trinity, God the Father.
Wednesday, October 22, 4:00 p.m.
Panel Discussion at Boston College
Presenters: Claire E. Wolfteich, Roberto Goizueta,
Colleen Griffith, and Thomas H. Groome
B.C. School of Theology and Ministry, 9 Lake Street,
Room 100, Brighton Campus
This event celebrates the publication of Invitation to Practical Theology: Catholic Voices and Visions (2014, Paulist Press), a collection of essays which promises to advance the vital conversation around practical theology, especially in Catholic circles. Free of charge and open to the public. Early registration recommended.
Friday, October 24, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Taking the Church to the Street
Presentation by Rev. Debbie Little
B.C. Gasson Hall, Rm. 100
Free of Charge.
St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org
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This Week: Sunday, October 19
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7, 8 Class 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Friends for Good 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 9 Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 10 Enrollment Mass 5:00 p.m.
Friends for Good 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22
Grades 1- 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Next Week: Sunday, October 26
Grade 2 Enrollment Mass 9:00 a.m.
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
A full calendar of all events is available on the Religious Education page.
If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.
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Check out these interesting and informative websites to learn more about the Catholic Church, our faith, and what is going on in the world.
And don’t forget to check out St. John’s Faith Matters blog! We regularly post reflection on a variety of Catholic faith topics with an eye towards exploring the richness of our tradition.
Wednesday, October 22, 4:00 p.m.
Panel Discussion at Boston College
Presenters: Claire E. Wolfteich, Roberto Goizueta,
Colleen Griffith, and Thomas H. Groome
B.C. School of Theology and Ministry, 9 Lake Street,
Room 100, Brighton Campus
This event celebrates the publication of Invitation to Practical Theology: Catholic Voices and Visions (2014, Paulist Press), a collection of essays which promises to advance the vital conversation around practical theology, especially in Catholic circles. It will feature presentations by contributors Roberto Goizueta, the Margaret O’Brien Flatley Professor of Catholic Theology, B. C. Department of Theology; Colleen Griffith STM Associate Professor of the Practice of Theology and Faculty Director of Spirituality Studies; and Thomas Groome, STM Professor of Theology and Religious Education, and Chair, Department of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry. Moderated by editor Claire Wolfteich, Associate Professor of Practical Theology and Spiritual Studies, and Co-Director of the Center for Practical Theology. Free of charge and open to the public. Early registration recommended.
Friday, October 24, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Taking the Church to the Street
Presentation by Rev. Debbie Little
B.C. Gasson Hall, Rm. 100
One day more than 20 years ago, Debbie Little looked at all the people sitting on the Boston Common park benches and thought, “The church is out here, not where buildings are necessarily, but where people are. We need to show up for it!” With this inspiration, she was moved to take the gifts of the church out to people who cannot come in to receive them—gifts which she describes as celebration, accompaniment, welcome, continuity, prayer, music, Bible study, and pastoral care. Who are these people, how do we serve them, where do we begin? Say YES to the small voice within and the leading of Pope Francis, and join Rev. Little as she shares experiences, graces, and struggles of church life on the street. “Jesus was a homeless man and so am I,” says Billy, who will join her with others to share blessings they receive from being met by church on the street. Rev. Dr. Debbie Little is founder and missioner of Ecclesia Ministries and Common Cathedral Boston. Sponsored by the School of Theology and Ministry. Free of Charge.
Thursday, October 30, 5:30 p.m.
Sacraments and Chicken Soup: Sacramental Living in a Post-Conciliar Church
Lecture by Kathleen Hughes, R.S.C.J.
B.C. Corcoran Commons, Heights Room, Chestnut Hill Campus
After identifying some key sacramental insights of Vatican II, assessing the reception of the liturgical reforms in the United States, and concluding that genuine catechesis based on a new theology of sacrament has not yet happened, this presentation will consider a fresh method of opening up the mystery of sacrament. “Mystagogy” as method invites believers to explore the intimate relationship between the liturgy and the way we live our lives, between sacraments and chicken soup. Sponsored by the School of Theology and Ministry. Free of charge.
St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org
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This Week: No Classes
Enjoy Columbus Day Weekend
Next Week: Sunday, October 19
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7, 8 Class 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Friends for Good 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 9 Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 10 Enrollment Mass 5:00 p.m.
Friends for Good 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22: Grades 1- 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Confirmation Enrollment Mass: All second year Confirmation preparation students and their families are strongly encouraged to participate in the
Enrollment Mass at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 19.
A full calendar of all events is available on the Religious Education page.
If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.
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The St. John Annual Financial Report has been mailed to all registered parishioners. Additional copies are available at the back of the church or by clicking the link above. Also included in the mailing is your 2014 Annual Appeal Collection pledge card. Our online giving program, ParishPay, can be used for contributions to the Annual Appeal – please visit the ParishPay page on our website for more information. (If you did not receive your mailing, please let us know so we can check our records.) Thank you for your continued support of St. John the Evangelist Parish!
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This Week: Sunday, October 5
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7, 8 Class 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Friends for Good 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 9 Friends for Good 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Grade 10 Class 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8
Grades 1- 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Next Week: No Classes – enjoy Columbus Day Weekend
If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.
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