What’s “Marriage Convalidation” and why it might matter to me? If you and your spouse were married in a civil ceremony outside of the Catholic Church or a non-Catholic religious ceremony without a Catholic dispensation, we would like to invite you to learn more about Marriage Convalidation. Join Dcn. Mike Tine Aug. 15 or 16, following all of the Sunday Masses in the Gathering Space meeting room for a Convalidation Q&A.
Whether you want to ask more questions about the Catholic Church or are ready to be received into the fullness of the Faith, we are here to help you explore Catholicism.
Girls entering 4th – 8th grades are invited to attend ABIDE, a retreat for girls to strengthen HER identity as a unique daughter of God. The event will include team bonding, journaling to talks, crafts, prayer and the opportunity for Confession, on Saturday, Aug. 8, 10a.m. – 5p.m.
What are you looking for? Peace? Purpose? Joy? Unsatisfied with life? Hoping that there’s more? Try life differently. Try Discovering Christ and explore the meaning of life, the love, forgiveness and the good things of God, and the basics of the Christian faith around a delicious dinner, an inspiring talk, and an engaging conversation with friends. Regardless of religious background, active in a church or not, or just know there must be more, come join us. Free childcare and dinner included. Starts Oct. 1. Click here for more details and to register.
Parents of Confirmation eligible youth and teens, click here to find information about Fall 2026 (small group model) & Spring 2027 (family formation model) Confirmation guidelines and registration information.
Jubilate Singers rehearsals will begin Aug. 28. Grades 4—8 are welcomed! Rehearsals will be Thursdays from 4:30—6p.m. in the church. Learn more and sign up today!
Are you over the age of 18 and received sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Reconciliation, however not yet Confirmed? Small group sessions begin in September with Confirmation in October.
Join Fr. Erik for an unforgettable pilgrimage to the Holy Land this winter, Jan. 5 - 15, 2027, as we walk in the footsteps of Jesus. Our pilgrimage will take us to Galilee and Jerusalem, where we will visit and pray at the sites made holy by Jesus, in the very places where he preached, taught, and performed miracles.
We are pleased to offer a fall Marriage Convalidation course for civilly married couples seeking a sacramental marriage. Group preparation sessions consist of two Saturday sessions, and a Convalidation ceremony. Couples must attend all sessions.
Join us Aug. 1, as we walk and pray for an outpouring of God’s love and strength into our Archdiocesan priests and seminarians in the midst of the Church’s novena to St. Jean-Marie Vianney, patron of parish priests. We begin in short prayer, usually pray the Rosary as we walk and then journey at our own pace in conversation or quietly the rest of the way.
Friday, July 24, 6—8p.m. at the St. John Fire Pit: Calling all middle school youth and high school teens! Join us for an evening of fun and games, pizza and snacks.
It’s hard to believe Sem. Sam Huffer has been with us for one year already and his pastoral year is coming to an end. Join us THIS SUNDAY, July 26, after the Sunday morning Masses for light refreshments to thank Sam for his time with us and wish him well as he returns to continue his studies at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary.
REGISTRATION IS FULL! Altar Server training is open to those in the 5th – 12th grades in the 2026—2027 school year. Must be a registered parishioner who has received Baptism and First Communion. We will hold two different sessions. Trainees must attend both days in the session that they choose.
Current middle school students are invited to a week of faith, service, friendship, and fun! Summer Madness will take place July 27—30 from 8a.m.—4:30p.m. Then the week will conclude with a trip to Hershey Park on Friday, July 31.
The St. Monica Ministry is a prayer group devoted to prayer and community offering members hope and support for their family members who have fallen away from the Catholic Church. Focus will be on prayers to our Blessed Mother and St. Monica, who prayed 17 years for the conversion of her son, St. Augustine, to Christianity.
Couples married this month are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
The Mental Health Ministry invites you to an 11a.m. Zoom meeting on the first Saturday of the month using Rosary Meditations for People with Mental Illness.
The National ChristLife Team will hold their Equip Conference here at St. John, and they would like to invite all parishioners to their night of Adoration, Praise and Worship.
Girls entering 4th – 8th grades are invited to attend ABIDE, a retreat for girls to strengthen HER identity as a unique daughter of God. The event will include team bonding, journaling to talks, crafts, prayer and the opportunity for Confession, on Saturday, Aug. 8, 10a.m. – 5p.m.
Come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses. Monthly Children’s Masses with special children’s homilies during the 9a.m. & 11a.m. Masses.
What’s “Marriage Convalidation” and why it might matter to me?If you and your spouse were married in a civil ceremony outside of the Catholic Church or a non-Catholic religious ceremony without a Catholic dispensation, we would like to invite you to learn more about Marriage Convalidation following all of the Sunday Masses for a Convalidation Q&A.
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society is raffling off a bushel of crabs just in time for your end-of-summer Labor Day holiday weekend feast! Tickets may be purchased after all Masses the weekend of Aug. 22 & 23.
Friday, Aug. 28, 6—8p.m. at the St. John Fire Pit: Calling all middle school youth and high school teens! Join us for an evening of fun and games, pizza and snacks.
Students of all ages are invited to join us for the Annual Blessing of the Backpacks after any of the Sunday Masses on Saturday evening, Aug. 29 or any of the Sunday, Aug. 30 Masses.
Couples married this month are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
What’s “Marriage Convalidation” and why it might matter to me? If you and your spouse were married in a civil ceremony outside of the Catholic Church or a non-Catholic religious ceremony without a Catholic dispensation, we would like to invite you to learn more about Marriage Convalidation. Join Dcn. Mike Tine Aug. 15 or 16, following all of the Sunday Masses in the Gathering Space meeting room for a Convalidation Q&A.