Photo by Bill Sauers The Pastor and staff invite you and the people of St. John the Evangelist Church to joyfully celebrate the Eucharist, faithfully teach Catholic tradition, and enthusiastically form Catholic spirituality, so that together we may go forth in love to serve the Lord and each other.  Welcome Newcomers and Visitors click on link   Words of reflection from the  heart of Fr. Peter.    As Christmas draws near, let us give thanks to God for our lives in family and in our community of faith.   Among the blessings received is that we are grateful for the warm friendship we receive from each other in prayer. Word of Reflection (Click here to read entire reflections) Dynamic Catholic - Best Advent Ever Focus Jesus wants you to meet him in a whole new way this advent Act Schedule a time and place to watch the BEST ADVENT EVER program videos every day. Daily Reflections and Videos (click link to view reflections and video) Pray Jesus, help me to encounter you each day this Advent and Christmas Advent, 2018  A Season of Anticipation— Prepare our Hearts for the Lord  WEEKDAY MASS—Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8:15 am.  Communion Service on Thursdays at 8:15 am..    INDIVIDUAL CONFESSIONS—Saturdays from 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm     FAMILY COFFEE HOUR WITH SANTA—December 16 Hosted by our Music Ministry in the Parish Center following the 10 am Mass.      CHURCH DECORATING—Friday, December 21 Gather in Church at 5 pm—All are welcome!    CHRISTMAS EVE—Monday, December 24 4:00 pm Mass with Children’s Pageant and Children’s Choir 7:00 pm Mass 11:45 pm  Choir and Carol-along  Midnight Mass    CHRISTMAS DAY—Tuesday, December 25 8:00 am Mass 10:00 am Mass   NEW YEAR’S EVE—Monday, December 31 8:15 am Morning Mass 6:30 pm  Mass of Anticipation  for the Solemnity of Mary, the  Holy Mother of God along with thanksgiving for the blessings of 2018    NEW YEAR’S DAY—Tuesday, January 1 The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God—Holy Day of  Obligation Mass at 9:00 am  Angel Tree Acts of Love During the Advent Season (click to view photos) Over 350 gifts were distributed to many agencies in Rochester NY through the Giving Tree Project

Lector/Minister and Altar Server  Schedule Church main entrance is off Duxbury Rd. click on map for directions    click to view click to gift Parish Funerals click to view Parish Baptisms click to view Parish Weddings click to view     click to Like or Follow Us

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updated December 14, 2018

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Ho, Ho, Ho!
Family Coffee Hour with Santa is just around the corner
Our Music Ministry is hosting this fun family event on
December 16, 2018 in the Parish Center after the 10:00 am Children’s Mass

Toddlers to Teenagers can visit Santa and  receive a little gift.  
We look forward to seeing you there!
Peace, Music Ministry

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Looking for a Gift
for a fellow parishioner, family member, or yourself!

St. John's will be selling the following after
Masses on December 14th and 15th

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Donate a Poinsettias
(click here) 

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COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS, CONCERNS… 
 
St. John’s has a Comment Box located in the vestibule of church
on the table by the center doors.   
 
If you have a comment, suggestion, or a concern, please write down this information
and deposit it into the Comment Box. It will be provided to the Pastor for his  review.

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LOST AND FOUND  HERE AT ST. JOHN’S

PLEASE  , MAKE IT A HABIT
to check around your seat and floor area
to be sure you have all your belongings.

If something appears to be of value (i.e. jewelry, wallet, etc.)
please be sure to turn it in immediately
to the priest, deacon , or a Parish Office Staff Member
for safe keeping and proper handling until the rightful owner is identified.  
Ushers are able to assist in getting an item of value turned in. 
 
For the not-so-valuable items (gloves, toys, etc.) 
Please kindly leave these items on the table in the vestibule
by the center doors where they can easily be reclaimed by their owner.

Anyone who believes they may have lost an item of value, in church, please contact the Parish Office at the Rectory (585)225-8980.

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Designed for boys in Kindergarten - 5th grade, Cub Scouting combines outdoor activities, sports, academics and more in a fun and exciting, year-round program that helps  teach honesty, respect, leadership, responsibility, good citizenship and so much more.

Young boys grow up fast
- encourage your son to join Cub Scouting
- the time you invest in him today will make a difference in the person he becomes tomorrow! 

Any adults that would like to help guide and shape our leaders of tomorrow are also welcome to join! 
 

For more information contact Amy Duprey at 225-8316;  Pack 238, Committee Chair or email Pack238.scouts@gmail.com

Meets every Thursday in the Parish Center
Grades K -5 

Contact Amy or Tim Duprey 585-225-8316 or Pack238.Scouts@gmail.com
for additional details
(click to view)

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Preparing for Baptism

Following are a few documents that will help parents and godparents prepare for Baptizing their child
  
Welcome to St. John's for your child's Baptism

The Role of the Godparent - A Call To Integrity

What the Catholic Church teaches about the role of Godparents
(click on the above link to view document)

 

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Donate Online
Are you tired of using old-fashioned envelopes? Would you like to make sure your weekly donation helps your parish even if you're away? We can now accept donations through your Credit or Debit Card! You can also donate electronically from your checking or savings account! Easy online account setup!

Contact the Parish Office
for details or assistance with Online Giving

Click on the above logo to sign-up, change your contribution,
or make a one time donation.

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Masses

Celebration of the Eucharist

Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday:
8:00am, 10:00am(choir) Monday-Wednesday, Friday: 8:15am

Communion Service 

Thursday: 8:15 am

Confessions

Saturdays: 2:45pm-3:45pm

Parish Office Hours
Monday-Wednesday and Friday 9-Noon and 1:30-5:00 PM
Thursday 9-Noon

Click to Read 
From the Desk of Fr. Peter
December 16, 2018
"Advent is a time to listen to God"

Growing In Faith