Events at St. John the Evangelist
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Vigil Mass
Holy Day - Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin
Vigil Mass 7p.m.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day - Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin - Mass at 8:30a.m.
Marriage Convalidation Q&A with Dcn. Mike
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.
Adoration Praise & Worship
Come, get close to the Lord! Join us for this very special night praising God for all of the blessings he bestows on St. John the Evangelist.
St. Vincent de Paul Crab Raffle
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.
Cub Scout Back-to-School Night
Boys and girls in K-5th grades are invited to Pack 450’s Back-to-School Night on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 6:30p.m. Join us at the fire pit for games, s’mores, and learn about what awaits when you join Cub Scout Pack 450.
St. Monica Ministry
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.
Pizza at the Pit
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.
Pizza on the Playground
Join us August 28, 6—8p.m., for a fun family evening, open to all families with children from newborn to 5th grade! Pre-order your pizza today!
Blessing of the Backpacks
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.
September Wedding Anniversary Blessing
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
Labor Day Mass Time Change
Labor Day - Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9a.m. No 6:30a.m. Daily Mass. All Parish Offices will be closed.
6:30a.m. Mass NOW Mon. - Fri.
Starting Tuesday, Sept. 8, Daily Mass will also be celebrated at 6:30a.m., Monday through Friday. This daily Mass is in addition to our current Daily Mass schedule. No other changes have been made.
Jamaica Outreach Fundraiser at Brian Boru
Join us on Sept. 8 at Brian Boru to support our Jamaica Outreach Ministry. Order a three-course meal from a special menu and our ministry will receive $10 back! Dine in, carry out or curbside pickup. Click here for the special menu.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
Widows & Widowers Gathering
Whether you are recently widowed or been single for a while, come share your story with others who have experienced the death of a spouse.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
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.
Adoration Praise & Worship
Join us for our very first Adoration, Praise & Worship night in the newly renovated church. Come, get close to the Lord! Join us for this very special night praising God for all of the blessings he bestows on St. John the Evangelist.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
Walking With Purpose - Connect Coffee
Walking With Purpose kick off its 2026—2027 year with a Connect Coffee on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 9:30a.m., 1p.m. and 7p.m. All women are invited to attend, especially those interested in learning more about WWP.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
Manly Burger Night
Calling all manly men of the parish. Let’s get together for beer, burgers, and brotherhood! We supply the burgers; you bring the rest…potluck style. Bring a dish to share (appetizer, side, or dessert) and beverage of choice, and we will provide fresh grilled burgers on our new patio. Come join other men of the parish for an evening of fellowship, and invite a buddy, son, father, grandfather or uncle!
RSVP required by Sept. 25 to ensure we have a delicious burger ready for you.
October Wedding Anniversary Blessing
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
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.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients
St. Peregrine Novena for Cancer Patients - Pray the nine-week novena to St. Peregrine for cancer patients and their families, at 11a.m. in the Good Shepherd Room.
November Wedding Anniversary Blessing
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
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.
Thanksgiving Day Mass 9a.m.
Join us for Daily Mass at 9a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
All Parish Offices closed.
Thanksgiving Day Eucharist Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration will begin following the Thanksgiving Day daily Mass at 9a.m. and continue through Saturday, Nov. 29 at 8a.m. “Come to Me…and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28.
Parish Offices Closed
All Parish Offices will be closed on Friday, Nov. 27. Daily Mass will be celebrated at 8:30a.m.
December Wedding Anniversary Blessing
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Holy Day Masses:
Monday, Dec. 7, 7p.m. Vigil Mass
Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 6:30a.m., 8:30a.m., 12p.m. and 7p.m.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
St. Michael's Lent - Exodus 90
Men of St. John the Evangelist, grow in prayer and fight the spiritual battle against temptation and sin. Following St. Francis of Assisi, who had a deep devotion to St. Michael the Archangel, we will pull back from distractions and focus on the things that matter most.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
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.
One Day ABIDE Retreat for Girls
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.
Special Evening of Adoration, Praise and Worship
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.
First Saturday Rosary Zoom for People with Mental Illness
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.
August Wedding Anniversary Blessing
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.
St. Monica Ministry
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.
Summer Madness
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.
Altar Server Training
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.
Seminarian Sendoff
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.
Pizza on the Playground
Join us July 24, 6—8p.m., for a fun family evening, open to all families with children from newborn to 5th grade! Pre-order your pizza today!
Pizza at the Pit
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.
Evening of Adoration, Praise, Worship
In the presence of the Lord in the Eucharist, we have the opportunity to draw near to Jesus in prayer, praise and worship. All are welcome.
American Heritage Girls Open House
American Heritage girls is a faith-based character development program for girls ages 5 to 18 years of age, dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn more about AHG!
College Connect
College students! Join Sem. Sam for College Connect, our St. John’s college summer ministry, Sunday, July 12, at 7p.m. in the auditorium. Bring a bible and a snack to share and get ready for fellowship with other college students from the parish. For more information, contact Sem. Sam Huffer at shuffer@stjohnsp.org or visit our website.
Altar Server Training
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.
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
UPDATE! There will not be children’s homilies this Sunday. But do come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses.
July Wedding Anniversary Blessing
NOW JULY 11 - 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.
Daily Mass Time Change
Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9a.m. All Parish Offices will be closed.
Parish Offices Closed July 3
Daily Mass will be celebrated at 8:30a.m. All Parish Offices will be closed.
Sight & Sound Bus Trip – “Joshua”
Journey alongside the people of Israel as they navigate their new-found freedom in an unforgiving wilderness, and Joshua is called to replace Moses as their faithful leader who puts his trust in God’s plan to the ultimate test.
College Connect
College students! Join Seminarian Sam at the Hermitage fire pit for College Connect, our St. John’s college summer ministry.
Fr. Connor Schmidt - First Mass at St. John as a Priest
We are thrilled to welcome Fr. Connor back to St. John the Evangelist following his June 20 ordination to the priesthood. All are welcome!
Pizza on the Playground
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER! Join us June 26, 6—8p.m., for a fun family evening, open to all families with children from newborn to 5th grade! Pre-order your pizza today!
Pizza at the Pit
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER! Friday, June 26, 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.
St. Monica Ministry
The St. Monica Ministry is a new 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.
American Heritage Girls Open House
American Heritage girls is a faith-based character development program for girls ages 5 to 18 years of age, dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn more about AHG!
VBS 2026
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. We are looking for adult and youth volunteers. If you would like to help to make this an amazing experience for kids, please contact Ruth Gorski at rgorski@stjohnsp.org for more information.
Dcn. Russ Sullivan’s First Mass as a Priest at St. John the Evangelist
Please join our entire St. John the Evangelist family as we gather to celebrate Dcn. Russ Sullivan’s first Mass in our church as a priest. Fr. Russ is a long-time parishioner, and we could not be happier to welcome him “home” following his June 20 ordination to the priesthood.
Fr. Stephen Kirby - First Mass at St. John the Evangelist as Priest
Rev. Stephen Kirby will celebrate his first Mass at St. John the Evangelist as a priest. A light reception will follow the Mass. All are welcome. The Mass will be livestreamed.