Events at St. John the Evangelist
Festival of Lessons & Carols
Listen to nine scripture lessons which recount the fall, the promise of a Messiah, the Incarnation, and the Great Commission to preach the Good News. Each lesson is followed by a carol that reflects on the lesson’s message.
January 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. 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.
Exodus 90 Kick Off
Exodus 90 Kick Off Jan. 4. For freedom Christ has set us free. (Galatians 5:1) This 90-day spiritual exercise for men kicks off Jan. 4, 6:15p.m., in the Gathering Space Meeting Room. It’s a great way to experience this freedom as a living reality.
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.
Mental Health Awareness Ministry Gathering
Do you or someone you know feel gloomy this time of year? Do you or a loved one find yourself down in the dumps? Are you hoping to grow in the area of mental wellness? The Mental Health Awareness Ministry invites you and your loved ones (and /or your caregiver), who live with these challenges, to their St. Dymphna Prayer Group.
National March for Life
The March for Life will be held on Friday, Jan. 23, in Washington, D.C. The Respect Life Ministry and the Knights of Columbus are working together and will provide a bus leaving from St. John parking lot. Sign-up coming soon! Seats are limited!!
Marriage Enrichment Series: Wine of Forgiveness
Couples, have you ever experienced a dryness in your marriage? Have you found forgiveness in your marriage and family life challenging? Have you been hurt or have you held back forgiveness or do you just need a restart in your own relationship. Join us as we continue this year’s Marriage Enrichment Series, When the Wine Runs Dry, and turn to Our Lord for his healing when the wine runs dry.
February 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.
Sisterhood of the Blessed Mother Blanket Drive
Sisterhood of the Blessed Mother Blanket Drive - The Sisterhood of the Blessed Mother is collecting for their Annual “NEW” Blanket drive, “WRAP IT UP!” Please consider donating a blanket.
Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God
Holy Day Mass, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026
9a.m. and 11a.m.
NYE Adoration
Join us to ring in the New Year in prayerful, peaceful way in the presence of our Lord!
Feast of the Holy Innocents
Please join us as we remember all the children lost through illness, accident, miscarriage, abortion, or any reason. We remember, too, all the little martyred boys killed by King Herod in search of Baby Jesus.
Feast Day Celebration of St. John the Evangelist
Please join us to celebrate the Feast of St. John the Evangelist following the Vigil Mass on Saturday, Dec. 27. There is a great tradition of blessing wine on the feast of St. John, as well as enjoying a special mulled wine known as the “Love of St. John.”
Christmas Day Mass Schedule
JOY TO THE WORLD! Join us for Christmas Mass to celebrate the birth of our Savior.
Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25
9a.m. in the Church
11a.m. in the Church
Christmas Eve Mass Schedule
JOY TO THE WORLD! Join us for Christmas Mass to celebrate the birth of our Savior.
Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24
4p.m. - Severna Park High School Auditorium
4p.m. in the Church
6p.m. in the Church
8p.m. in the Church
Midnight in the Church, Caroling at 11:30p.m. (livestream)
The Advent of Rescue
Join us at 7p.m. on the Sunday evenings of Advent as we open up this year’s Advent devotional “The Advent of Rescue.” These nights are a good complement to our individual prayer with the daily devotional and will give us a chance to go deeper into our Advent preparation in prayer and reflection.
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 20 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 21 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
Adoration, Praise & Worship
Join us for our monthly evening of Adoration, Praise, and Worship as we enter more deeply into the season of Advent. Experience the wonder and joy of Jesus, in the flesh, in the sacrament of his body and blood. Make the most of the season of Advent as we draw near to Jesus in the Eucharist.
The Advent of Rescue
Join us at 7p.m. on the Sunday evenings of Advent as we open up this year’s Advent devotional “The Advent of Rescue.” These nights are a good complement to our individual prayer with the daily devotional and will give us a chance to go deeper into our Advent preparation in prayer and reflection.
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.
Third Sunday of Advent
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 13 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 14 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
Blessing of the "Bambinelli"
Join us at all Sunday Masses on Dec. 14 & 15 for the annual blessing of the “bambinelli”!
Ledo Pizza Fundraiser
The Catholic Daughters at St. John are asking you to support their Ledo Pizza fundraiser at the Severna Park location on Thursday, Dec. 11, from 11a.m. to 9p.m. Dine-in, carryout, and online ordering are all supported.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Holy Day Masses:
Monday, Dec. 8 at 6:30a.m., 8:30a.m., 12p.m. and 7p.m.
The Advent of Rescue
Join us at 7p.m. on the Sunday evenings of Advent as we open up this year’s Advent devotional “The Advent of Rescue.” These nights are a good complement to our individual prayer with the daily devotional and will give us a chance to go deeper into our Advent preparation in prayer and reflection.
Second Sunday of Advent
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 6 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, will be celebrated on Dec. 8.
Live Nativity!
Prepare for Christmas through the sights and sounds of the Holy Family in Bethlehem, surrounded by all of their visitors that sacred night, including live animals! Walk the pilgrimage around Larsen Field through beautiful images of the 1,700-year-old Nicene Creed (what we believe about God). This is an amazing family event!
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.
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.
The Advent of Rescue
Join us at 7p.m. on the Sunday evenings of Advent as we open up this year’s Advent devotional “The Advent of Rescue.” These nights are a good complement to our individual prayer with the daily devotional and will give us a chance to go deeper into our Advent preparation in prayer and reflection.
First Sunday of Advent
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Nov. 29 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
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.
Advent Market Celebration
Kick-off your Advent and holiday season at our one-of-a-kind event.
Advent With Purpose
All women are invited to attend Advent with Purpose, a night of faith, reflection, and camaraderie.
Adoration, Praise & Worship
Come sing praises to our Lord for his goodness as we spend time away from our hectic schedules to be with Him in the Eucharist and reflect on, “Do I have the faith the size of a mustard seed?”
Permanent Deaconate Information Session
The Archdiocese of Baltimore is seeking faithful Catholic men who feel called to serve the Church as permanent deacons. Deacons are ordained ministers who proclaim the Gospel, assist at the altar, and serve those in need through acts of charity and pastoral care.