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Parish Staff, Ministry Directory, and Contact Information
Parish Staff & Mailing AddressParish Mailing Address420 Holland Street, Shillington, PA 19607PastorRev. Richard Clement: 610.777.1365DeaconDeacon F. Joseph Lombardo: 610.777.1697Principal of La Salle AcademyMr. Stephen Mickulik: 610.777.7392Parish SecretaryBernadette Yohn: 610.777.1697Parish Communications CoordinatorSarah Capato: 610.850.4978Director of Religious EducationBernadette Yohn: 610.777.1697
Comprehensive Catholic EducationLa Salle Academy: Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, K-8th GradeMr. Stephen Mickulik, Principal: 610.777.7392Berks Catholic High School: 9th-12th GradeMr. Tony Balistrere, Principal: 610.374.8361Parish Religious Education Program: 1st-8th GradeMrs. Bernadette Yohn, DRE: 610.777.1697RCIA: Age 18+Mrs. Bernadette Yohn, DRE: 610.777.1697
Scheduling Use of Parish FacilitiesFor those interested in using the Father Lyons room for a meeting or special event, please contact the Parish Office at 610.777.1697
WorshipEucharistic AdorationFirst Fridays of each month from 8:30AM-12:00PMAltar ServersStudents from Grade 4 to Seniors in High SchoolContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Adult Funeral ServersContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Eucharistic MinistersContact: Bernadette Yohn at 610.777.1697 or 610.777.6297LectorsContact: Deacon Joe Lombardo at 610.777.2542Ministers of HospitalityContact: Deacon Joe Lombardo at 610.777.2542Liturgical Music Contact: Christopher Hoster at 610.334.1188CantorsContact: Christopher Hoster at 610.334.1188Baptismal PrepContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Baptismal BibsContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697SacristansContact: Elaine Strick at 610.856.7264Youth GroupContact: Ashlee Hess at 610.944.4862
Outreach & Parish MinistriesCulture of LifeContact: Bob Peters at 610.775.8965Bereavement MinistryContact: Roseann Kumor at 610.775.7431Justice in Action MinistryContact: Arlene Seeber at 484.794.8027Breaking Bread Social CommitteeContact: Lois Lombardo at 610.777.2542Prayer Shawl MinistryContact: Elaine Strick at 484.824.1577Nursing Home Visitors for Rosary & MassContact: Billie & Mike Resch at 610.775.3927Food Pantry / Emergency MealsContact: Lois Carrier at 610.777.6947Advocacy for Persons with DisabilitiesContact: Kathleen Roche at 610.777.4792Parish Nurse MinistryContact: Sharon Shingler at 610.775.9998St. Paul Street EvangelizationContact: Gina Aldi at 484.769.5346Divorce MinistryContact: Deb Kelly at 610.763.6528
Spiritual GrowthRCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)Contact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Adult Education (Seasonal)Contact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Faith Sharing for WomenContact: Arlene Seeber at 484.794.8027Parish Prayer LineContact: Judy Peters at 610.775.8965Charismatic Prayer GroupContact: Amelia “Midge” Biancone at 610.777.2215
OrganizationsPrime TimersContact: Nick Bentz at 610.777.8864Boy ScoutsContact: Dan Giesen at 610.777.4387Cub ScoutsContact: Dan Giesen at 610.777.4387Knights of Columbus Contact: Bill Griffith at 484.797.0669Altar SocietyContact: Carol Bensing at 610.777.9360Men’s Recreational Basketball ClubContact: Russ Baver at 610.507.0627CYO (Christian Youth Organization)Contact: Rock Witmer at 610.775.2176Parish GardenersContact: Chris Hofmann at 610.777.2523
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Mass Intentions for the Week MONDAY, OCT. 29 - Weekday 8:00 a.m. John Yaroshak TUESDAY, OCT. 30 - Weekday 7:00 p.m. Cheryl Cunningham WEDNESDAY, OCT. 31 – Vigil for Holy Day 4:00 p.m. Helen Lucas THURSDAY, NOV. 1 – All Saints 9:00 a.m. Jeanette Rubright 7:00 p.m. Jennie Lewalski FRIDAY, NOV. 2 – All Souls Day 8:00 a.m. Memorial Society Members THIRTY- FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SATURDAY, NOV. 3 4:00 p.m. Joseph Bocian SUNDAY, NOV. 4 8:30 a.m. Memorial Mass for Knights of
Columbus Council # 7179 10:30 a.m. Catrina, Domenic & Herbie Cannuli
St. John Baptist de la Salle October 28th 2018 www.stjohnsfamilyoffaith.com Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Away from home? Find a Mass wherever you are at www.masstimes.org
Please direct all bulletin and website inquiries to the Parish Communications Coordinator, Sarah Capato at 610.850.4978 or [email protected].
Bulletin submissions are due Thursday, ten days prior to the Sunday of publication.
St. John Baptist de la Salle Family of Faith
Weekly Stewardship SUNDAY 10/14- $9,801.25
Sanctuary Lamp for the month of October: In loving memory of George Hlodash, Sr.
(requested by Shirley and Linda Hlodash) Altar Wine for the month of September: In loving memory of John D. Lombardo
(requested by Jennie Lombardo)
Altar Bread for the month of October: In loving memory of “Nana” Ann
Beaulieu (requested by Adam, Teresa and Liliana Krick)
Upcoming Liturgical Ministers SATURDAY, NOV. 3 - 4:00PM Lector: Tom Cuba Cantor: TBD Servers: Ben & Matt Mulholland EM: K.Becker, S/T. Yoder, L.Katzaman, L.Lombardo, N.Faust, M/R.Favinger SUNDAY, NOV. 4 - 8:30AM Lector: Chris Boland Cantor: TBD Servers: Matt Brown, Joseph Giesen SUNDAY, NOV. 4 - 10:30AM Lector: Adam Krick Cantor: TBD Servers: Amie Wickel, Caitlin Stout, EM: J.Ambrose, K.Kellenberger, S.Hyneman, J.Hutchko, MB.Kakos, K.Roché
Upcoming Events Sunday, Oct. 28 3:30 – 5 pm Trunk or Treat (upper parking lot) 6:00 pm Bereavement Group NO Rel. Ed Classes (classes resume Nov. 4) Tuesday, Oct. 30 1:00 pm Prime Timer’s Board Mtg. 7:30 pm Charismatic Prayer Group Wednesday, Oct. 31 – Vigil for Holy Day 4:00 pm Vigil Mass (NO 8 am Mass) Thursday, Nov. 1 – All Saints Day 9:00 am Holy Day Mass 5:30 pm Choir rehearsal 7:00 pm Holy Day Mass Friday, Nov. 2 – All Souls Day/First Friday 8:30 am Exposition of Blessed Sacrament 12:00 pm Benediction
ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS & STUDENTS: We have been informed by the Bishop’s Office that Confirmation will take place here at St. John’s on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 4:30 PM, practice will be held on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at 1 PM in the church. Please mark your calendars for this date and inform your Sponsors.
Today's Readings First Reading: Isaiah 53:10-11 Isaiah speaks of how the Servant of God will have to give his life up for the sins of other people. Because of this suffering the Servant will receive eternal life for himself and all the people whose sins are forgiven because of him. Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16 Jesus is considered to be the new high priest and mediator between God and his people. Fortunately, Jesus has experienced the same temptations as other people, and so he has more tolerance of our weaknesses. Gospel: Mark 10:35-45 Two of the disciples ask Jesus that they be allowed to sit at his right and left side when he comes into his glory. Jesus explains that they should not be concerned with their position. Instead they should concern themselves with serving others just as Jesus was planning to serve many in giving his own life for their sins.
ATTENTION EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: New schedules have either been emailed or mailed via the postal service. If you did not receive your schedule please notify the parish office, 610.777.1697 or email:
Please take note: Mass times for Wednesday & Thursday are changed due to the Holy Day of Obligation – All Saints
First Friday: Experience the Gift of Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament. Please join us for Eucharistic Adoration on Friday, Nov. 2 at 8:30 am for First Friday Adoration. Closing with Benediction at Noon.
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Parish Happenings
PRIME TIMERS NEWS PRIMETIMER GENERAL MEETING: Our next General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 6 at NOON in the Fr. Lyons Room. This will be our Annual Covered Dish
Social, so bring your favorite Potluck Dish to share with the Group. Join us in celebrating our friendships along with enjoying a variety of dishes that will delight your palate! We look forward to seeing you there! • Dec. 4: Christmas Luncheon at the Crowne Plaza Hotel from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm. A delicious menu is planned: Fruit Cup, Garden Salad, choice of Angus Beef & Mushroom Wellington or Salmon Piccata. Includes warm rolls, butter rosettes, Chef’s selection of seasonal vegetables, potatoes and desserts, Coffee and Iced Tea. Cost: Members $21 – Guests $26. Please contact Billie Resch 610.775.3927 if you have any questions or mail in your choice from the menu to Billie Resch, 822 Blue Gate Lane, Reading, PA 19608. Payment due by Nov. 6 – check payable to Prime Timers.
YOUTH GROUP - Come visit us at our trunk or treat this Sunday, October 28th! Instead a meeting, we
will be participating in this years trunk or treat from 4-6. We look forward to a fun time! For more youth group updates and information, visit our Twitter at StJohn_YG16.
As Bishop Alfred Schlert has been visiting parishes around the Diocese in the weeks following the release of the Grand Jury Report, many people have stayed to ask him questions. Now we’re giving you the same opportunity, anyone with questions about the clergy sexual abuse issue is invited to e-mail them to [email protected]. The Diocese will edit questions for clarity, length and appropriateness. Please include your name and hometown. On the website, we will identify questioners by their first name and hometown, unless you want that information withheld. We will not reveal your e-mail address or last name.
Knights of Columbus Calendar for Nov 2018 November 2018
• Sunday; November 4th – Council 7179 Memorial Mass at 8:30 / Breakfast at Mangia’s to Follow • Saturday; November 11th – Knights at Mass Rosary 3:30 / Mass 4:00
SAVE THE DATE: Breaking Bread will present the Advent Preparation program on Friday November 30 at 7 PM in the church followed by a social. Please watch future bulletins for more details.
WORD FROM OUR PASTOR ...
Honor our Parish Veterans A Coffee, Tea and Sweets social will be held after the 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM masses on November 11th in the Father Lyons room. Please take a few minutes to come over and "Thank" our veterans for the service they gave our country.
La Salle Academy Veterans Day Prayer Service will be held in the school gym on Friday, November 9th at 9:00am. All Veterans and active Military personal are invited to participate. Please call the school office by November 8th at 610.777.7392 if you will be attending.
The Central Catholic High School Class of 1953 will be holding a Luncheon at Chef Alan's American Bistro, 525 Penn Ave., West Reading, PA 19611 on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 12 noon. If you are interested in attending, please call Mickey Myatt Melniczek at 610.775.3096 by Friday, November 2nd.
Christmas, 2018 – McGlinn Conference & Spirituality Center It’s beginning to look a lot like… Mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 3 for our Christmas Bazaar from 10 am – 2:30 pm! Enjoy homemade soups, baked goods, purchase handcrafted gifts, needlework, cards, decorations, wreaths. The Canticle Gift Shop will also be open - for inspiring and religious gifts. We are adjacent to Alvernia University. Any questions, call Sister Shaun: 484.334.6807. See you there!
Faith Sharing for Women In this season of harvest and thankfulness Faith Sharing for Women will reflect upon God’s abundant faithfulness and our grateful fidelity on Wednesday, November 7 in the Father Lyons Room from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Women from all walks of life are most welcome to join in this time for prayer and discussion. Regular attendance is not required. Bring a bible and journal and a willingness to share in sacred conversation. For more information contact Arlene Seeber (484.794.8027 or [email protected]).
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The Parish Nurses Ministry will be taking blood pressure screenings after all Masses, this weekend, Sept 8&9 in the Father Lyons Room.
A Halloween celebration for the youth of our parish, sponsored by St. John’s Parish Organizations
When: Sunday, October 28 Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (setup starts at 2:45 p.m.) Where: La Salle Academy’s parking lot (upper lot behind Church)
Trunk or Treat is where the children can move from one car to another (which is decorated) and receive a Treat for those who may have food allergies we will have what is called A Teal Pumpkin Treat, such as, small box of crayons, erasers, mini note pads, pencils, pens, markers, bookmarks, stickers, glow sticks (that they can use on Halloween night, etc.,
Children (and adults) are invited to wear costumes and trunk or treat while viewing decorated cars in the school parking lot. We would like to make this a very special event for your child and hope you will consider joining us in the FUN. We would like to invite anyone who would be interested in participating in this wonderful event please contact Bernadette at the Parish Office 610-777.1697 or email: [email protected] to reserve a spot for your decorated vehicle. This event allows your child to enjoy an afternoon of FUN in a SAFE environment.
TRUNK OR TREAT
THIS WEEKEND!!
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GUIDELINES FOR THOSE WHO ARE HOSPITAL BOUND: • If you are scheduled for a hospital visit and know in advance, please see Father Rich before or after mass and he will anoint you and bless you. • When being admitted to the Reading Hospital please advise the admitting staff person you are Catholic and a member of St. John Baptist de LaSalle. Should you want Communion while you are hospitalized please tell them you want Communion either daily or weekly and your name will be added to list of the Eucharistic Ministers who serve at the hospital. If you have any questions about this procedure see Deacon Joe Lombardo.
A Time Apart With Jesus to Grow in Your Spiritual Life Friday evening, November 2nd-Sunday at Noon, November 4th The retreat is offered by Sister Joan Noreen, Co-Founder of OLME and 1999 – 2018 EWTN Host of “Eucharistic Journey.” The retreat is held at the Ave Maria Retreat House in Doylestown, PA. This retreat includes Daily Eucharist, Eucharistic Adoration, conferences on Catholic Spirituality, Prayer with Sacred Scripture, Liturgy of the Hours, and much more. For more information, please contact: Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist at [email protected] or 610.582.3333 www.olme.org
Email [email protected] if you would like an invitation.
ELVIS NOSTALGIA NIGHT Concert & Auction, Saturday, November 10th, from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM at the Inn at Reading. Elvis Tribute Artist Jeff Krick, Jr. and his Band and light show. Auctioneers Dick Henry & Dale Longenecker auctioning Elvis and other 50’s & 60’s memorabilia including books and vinyl 78’s & 45’s. There will be hot dogs, snack buffet tables & cash bar. Benefit for St. Joseph and St. Paul’s maintenance funds. Tickets are $30.00. Please call Patty at 610-372-1531, Mary Lou at 610.376.2976 or Ann Dallao at 610.781.8459.
Berks Catholic High School invites you to attend our 2018 Fall Play Harvey by Mary Chase, a comedy in three acts starring Elwood Dowd and his imaginary six-and-a-half-foot rabbit, Harvey. Thursday, November 15th at 7:00 P.M. Saturday, November 17th at 3:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.- Franco-Post Auditorium- Tickets (Adult $10 and Student $5) are available at the door. This is Open Seating.
Mary’s Shelter Seeks Volunteers Mary’s Shelter (615 Kenhorst Blvd.) seeks volunteers to help sort and organize donations. Volunteer hours include every Wednesday morning and the first Saturday of every month from 9:00 am to noon. For more information on becoming involved get in touch with Nancy Hobough, the Coordinator of Volunteers at Mary’s Shelter (610.858.3991 or [email protected]).
YOU ARE NOT ALONE If a Prenatal Diagnosis identifies a possible disability…You are not alone. There is help. The Diocese of Allentown has a network of concerned parents and professionals who have experienced or worked closely with issues surrounding a poor prenatal diagnosis. For support, contact: Sr. Janice Marie Johnson at 610.289.8900x42 or [email protected]
Berks Catholic Fall Open House- Sunday, Nov. 4th 1-3pm Come See our new John R. Post Learning Center which features STEM Lab, expanded cafeteria, additional classrooms, and Learning Commons with collegiate like setting. For more information please contact Nicky Smith @ 610.374.8361 ext. 244 or [email protected]
The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth in Wernersville will be offering the "Art of the New Covenant: Pastel Art Retreat" with Patricia Sisca Pace, Ph.D on Sunday, November 4 from 1-4:30pm No training or perceived art ability needed for this workshop. The experience will allow you to create "personal art" that has rich layers of meaning for you and the observer. Workshop Fee: $50, unless you already have a copy of Coloring Without Lines: Art of the New Covenant by Patricia Sisca Pace, Ph.D. If you do have a copy, the retreat fee for you is $33. Fee includes all art material. Bring: a journal, a pen, a rag (and your copy of Dr. Pace's book if you already own a copy) For more information or to register for this afternoon art retreat, please visit our website www.jesuitcenter.org or call Melinda Leonowitz at 610.670.3642. Deposit: $25 / Cost: $50 Deposit: $15 / Cost $33 if you already have a copy of Coloring Without Lines: Art of the New Covenant by Patricia Sisca Pace, Ph.D.
St. Catharine of Siena Church will be holding its annual Christmas Boutique Craft Show on November 16 & 17. There are a few vendor spaces available for handmade crafts ONLY. Spaces are $55. For an application, please email David Kostival, [email protected]
“Come Shadow Me” The St. Francis Home in Shillington is up and running with many wonderful volunteers, if you’ve considered being a hospice volunteer, but hesitated, I ask you to consider my invitation to you. My shift is every Friday, from 11 am – 5 pm. Please come shadow me and see what we’re all about. We can meet at Church and you can stay an hour, two hours or all five shadowing me. What – only available at night – we can accommodate any schedule. We look forward to introducing you to our ministry in action. Please call Paula Rhoads at 484-942-7670 for more information. God bless you and please pray for us!
WEEU at Mary’s Shelter On November 7 WEEU will be live at Mary’s Shelter 615 Kenhorst Blvd., Reading from 9:00 am – 12 pm and 3pm-5 pm talking about the status of homelessness in our community. Mary’s Shelter will be accepting monetary and wish list item donations throughout the broadcast. Mary’s Shelter always needs household items like detergent, flashlights, tissues, Tupperware, baking dishes, silverware, and baby items like bottles, formula, diapers, etc. To view the wish list visit www.marysshelter.org. You may bring your donation to the shelter during the remote broadcast and talk live on air about how you are making a difference.
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kids corner
The Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching Justice in Action Ministry (JAM) will publish each of the principles of CST for your education and reflection. JAM suggests that you read the teaching for the week and sit with the questions for reflection. Be open to the Spirit of Love moving in your heart and your head. The fourth installment is printed below.
Week Four: Care for God’s Creation The commitment to care for creation is more than a social movement; it is a
requirement of our faith. In Genesis, God gave a command to Adam and Eve to care for the diverse and beautiful creation in which they lived. Humans possess this responsibility not because we are more important than other creatures, rather it is because we have the unique capacity to reason and choose to safeguard the harmony naturally occurring in creation. Because our choices impact generations coming after us, our decisions must be made not only for the sake of convenience and comfort, but for the future we hold in our hands. Such moral and ethical dimensions call for a consciousness of the whole that underlies Catholic Social Teaching. • How can I become more aware of the impact of my decisions regarding the food I eat, the clothes I buy, the energy I use? • What can I do to nurture my appreciation of the beauty around me and deepen a commitment to protect and preserve it for my children and grandchildren? • What is one practice I can adopt that will nurture my sense of wonder?
One step beyond: Suggested readings: Genesis 1: 1-31; Leviticus 25: 1-7; Daniel 3: 56-82; Matthew 6: 25-34 The countercultural choice to care for an unseen future – and unknown peoples elsewhere on the planet – is not easy. • How can we bring real faces and needs into our decision-making about the use of resources? • What is one step I can take to learn more about the impact of first world life-styles on the sustainability of Earth’s resources? (Excerpted from Catholic Social Teaching, Part II, from the Spring/Summer, 2018, issue of imagineONE, the publication of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Study Guide by Sister Pat Kozak, CSJ. Used with permission.)
Faithful Citizenship
Catholics Care. Catholics Vote. Catholics participate in political life. In their statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops remind
Catholics about the call to participate in political life. "In the Catholic tradition," they write, "responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation ...The obligation to participate in political life is rooted in our baptismal commitment to follow Jesus Christ and to bear Christian witness in all we do." (no. 13).
Catholic social teaching strongly promotes active citizenship. Through our opportunities as citizens, we can help shape a world more committed to protecting human life and dignity and promoting justice and peace.
In their statement the U.S. Catholic bishops lift up various issues of different moral weight and urgency. Some issues they mention include: addressing abortion, euthanasia, the use of the death penalty and
imprudent resort to war; protecting the fundamental understanding of marriage as the life-long and faithful union of one man and one woman; achieving comprehensive immigration reform; caring for our common home;
helping families and children overcome poverty; providing healthcare while respecting human life, human dignity and religious freedom; and establishing and complying with moral limits on the use of military force. You can love
your neighbors by advocating as a faithful citizen on behalf of those who are poor and vulnerable.
Remember to Vote… Be a Faithful Citizen. As you prepare to vote on Tuesday, November 6, visit www.faithfulc itizenship.org and read the U.S.
bishops' statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, watch videos and access other great resources. We urge all parishioners to exercise their right and responsibility to vote on November 6.
