Our Mission

St. Vincent de Paul Giving Tree Is Here! Help us provide support to 100 families and their 250+ children. Thank you for your generosity!

Our Advent Market returns on Nov. 22. Applications are now being accepted for handmade crafters and artists. View the day’s schedule or volunteer! We cannot wait to see you!

Spring 2026 Confirmation registration is now OPEN through Dec. 14. Please read through the updated information including Archbishop Lori’s announcement regarding age requirements, and contact Confirmation Director, Monique Gill at confirmation@stjohnsp.org today.

NOW AVAILABLE! Journey through Advent with The Advent of Rescue, Advent reflections brought to you by Fr. John Riccardo and his team at Acts XXIX inspired by The Rescue Project. The devotional provides you with daily Scripture passages, a reflection, questions to consider, and an action to help you focus your prayer time and daily life on Jesus.

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, and so much more.

Walking with Purpose: All women are invited to Advent with Purpose on the evening of Nov. 19 at 7p.m. We’ll have a guest speaker and will enjoy an evening of camaraderie, sweet treats, and beverages, with Advent handouts and displays. We’ll also have raffle tickets to win prizes!

For the first time ever, Our Lady of Bethesda will bring “Strengthening Your Love, Marriage Renewal Workshop to St. John the Evangelist April 18 - 19, 2026. RSVP your spot before registration opens!

Furloughs and benefit reductions are forcing many families to seek our help. St. Vincent de Paul is seeking donations, and reminds YOU, that if you, too, need assistance, to please contact us.

Join us for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Haven't been to confession in a long time? Don't worry; check out these helpful resources.

Help others encounter Christ in a personal way by volunteering to help at Discovering Christ. We need food volunteers, help with hospitality, and volunteers to pray for the participants. Click on the image or go to stjohnsp.org/dc-volunteer for more information and to sign up. Thank you!

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. An informational session will be held at St. John the Evangelist on Nov. 12, and other locations around the archdiocese.

We are excited to share that St. John the Evangelist is a partner in an exciting 24/7 online web-based digital formation outlet called FORMED. Get your free code TODAY!

We are now taking orders for the 2026 Magnificat. This wonderful prayer and liturgical aid is available for just $33 for a full year subscription. Online ordering available!

Shop Nov. 16 - Nov. 22, online or instore and receive a 10 percent discount, and our school will receive 10 percent. Get your holiday shopping done early!