Celebrate Pentecost
Pentecost was a life-changing, transformative event for the Apostles and the followers of Jesus. It made their faith in the Lord real and gave them the power to live a new life in Jesus.
Pentecost Novena
For nine days, the Apostles and the Virgin Mary prayed in the Upper Room, just as Jesus had asked:
“He enjoined them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for “the promise of the Father about which you have heard me speak; for John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the holy Spirit.” Acts 1:4-5
On the tenth day, the Holy Spirit came upon them in power, as strong driving wind and tongues of fire, bringing the Church to life as the Apostles began fearlessly proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus to all.
“The Church of Christ is always in a situation of Pentecost: she is always gathered in the Upper Room in prayer, and at the same time, driven by the powerful wind of the Spirit, she is always on the streets preaching.” St. John Paul II
Please join us for this year’s Upper Room Pentecost Novena! From Friday, May 10 to Friday, May 17, we will gather in the church from 7—8p.m. for Eucharistic Adoration, worship, and a short teaching on the Holy Spirit and what it means to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. We will pray for the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be poured out on us and experience the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, who brings to life graces of our baptism. The Holy Spirit not only sets on fire all that we have already received but comes again in power to equip us with his gifts for service and mission.
Special Pentecost Evening of Adoration, Praise & Worship
Please join us Friday, May 17, 7p.m. in the church for this powerful time of prayer!
Pentecost Vigil Mass and Overnight Adoration
On May 18, on Larsen Field, we will gather for the culmination of our Novena with the celebration of the Extended Pentecost Vigil Mass at 7p.m. After Mass, we will move into a time of fellowship with our parish family as we enjoy a chance to connect and celebrate on a beautiful spring evening. The parish will offer pizza and ice cream. Please bring a cooler of your favorite beverages.
Eucharistic Adoration will continue overnight on Larsen Field until 7a.m. Sunday morning as parishioners continue to intercede, pray, and spend time with Jesus in the quiet of the night.
Pentecost Vigil Family Camp Out
Families are welcome to experience Pentecost uniquely and prayerfully together at our Pentecost Vigil Family Camp Out with your children on Larsen Field overnight while we keep vigil with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration.
Important Details:
Children must stay with their own parents in their tent to sleep.
No one may sleep in a tent with someone else’s child.
Because this is a family event, unaccompanied minors may not stay overnight, or under the supervision of a non-parent.
Logistics:
Tents may be setup on Larsen Field in the designated tent area between 3 - 6p.m. or anytime after the Vigil Mass has ended.
The PAC Gallery will remain accessible overnight for restrooms and in the event of rain.
No fires/firepits may be used on Larsen Field.
Scheduled hourly adult adorers will be on the field to ensure that Our Lord is lovingly attended at all times.
After 7a.m. Benediction and the Eucharist’s repose, please join us on the field for bagels, donuts, coffee and juice.
All are welcome. Please join us as we celebrate Pentecost at St. John.
Come, Holy Spirit!
A Week at a Glance:
Friday, May 10 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Saturday, May 11 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Sunday, May 12 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Monday, May 13 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Tuesday, May 14 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Wednesday, May 15 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Thursday, May 16 - Pentecost Novena, 7p.m., in the church.
Friday, May 17 - Pentecost Novena, Special Adoration, Praise & Worship, 7p.m., in the church.
Saturday, May 18 - on Larsen Field
7p.m. Vigil Mass
Food and Fellowship after Mass
Eucharistic Adoration until 7a.m. on Sunday
Family Campout
Sunday, May 19 - Pentecost Sunday