April 8, 2007

Easter Sunday

Brothers and sisters in the risen Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit fills this holy place with the joy of Christ’s resurrection. This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us celebrate this Mass with renewed faith and hope in the power of Christ to be the light of the world—a light that scatters the darkness of sin and death. Let ours be a song of praise and thanksgiving on this festive Easter day.

MASS SCHEDULE

Apr.     07       8:00PM      Deceased members of St. John’s Parish

Apr.     08     10:00AM     John & Raffaela DeMatteo……..By Family

                                            Elizabeth & Joseph Delafano…….Betty, Mike & Michael

Apr.     12     12:15PM      Novena to the Miraculous Medal

Apr.     14       4:30PM      Lou & Helen Contompasis……….Marie Walsh

                                           Silvio Tremante………….Marlyn, Ed & Theresa

Apr.     15     10:00AM     Mary Ricciardi…………….Bob & Gloria

                                                                                        

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS                                           

04/07:   C. Kiskiel & M. Burger                     04/08:   D. Alvarado, C. Rogowicz & C. Rogowicz

04/14:   A. Lotano & T. Lotano                        04/15:   L. Lucas, M. Perrella & A. Welch

                                                                               

COMMENTATOR & LECTOR

04/07:   E. Feuerstein & C. Greene                                 04/08:   D. Holodak, C. Komoroske & G. Piotrowski.

04/14:   E. Feuerstein & C. Kiszkiel                               04/15:   J. Carosella & J. Scheib

               

ACOLYTES

04/08:  Easter Sunday – TBD                                              04/15:  Kristen Perrella & Cecilia Holodak

 

OUR THANKS - To all the parishioners who ministered to all of us during the Lenten Season and the Triduum.  "I came not to be served, but to serve," Jesus said.  For creating an environment of beauty in which we all had the opportunity to learn and to pray, in silence, in words and in music, let us give thanks to one another and to the Spirit of Holiness who empowers us all to "BE Christ for one another."   walt chura, s.f.o. for your SJB Pastoral Council

 

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM – On Easter Sunday we will welcome into our parish family Magdalene Maciag.  Magdalene’s parents are Robert & Paula Maciag and Godparents are James and Eva Maciag.  Magdalene’s Aunt and Uncle, Caroline Komoroske and Gene Piotrowski, will be doing the readings. Please join the family for a reception in the Parish Center following the Easter Sunday Mass.

 

EASTER EGG HUNT – we will have our traditional Easter Egg hunt after the 10AM Liturgy on Easter Sunday.  The location will depend on the weather.

 

CHURCH AND RECTORY REKEYING - is complete!    Rectory keys are numbered and coded and must be signed for.  Counters see Ed Feuerstein, B&G & Christian Svc. see Eileen Mazur to obtain your rectory key.

 

TOWN MEETING – We had a successful Town Meeting!  Unfortunately only a few members attended, but they were a good interested group.  Items discussed included; Called to be Church, changes in the School of Religion, the Music Ministry, and Easter and how we can expand our attendance.  There will be another Town Meeting in 4 to 6 weeks which will take place in the School Building and include refreshments.

 

TIME, TALENT & TREASURE – If you have not done so, please take a moment to complete the Time, Talent & Treasure form.  Forms can be obtained in the front entrance of the church.  Completed forms may be placed in the offertory baskets or given to one of our ushers.

 

SALVATION ARMY SOUP KITCHEN – our next date to serve is Friday April 13th.  We will be serving Macaroni & Cheese and green beans.  We are in need of boxed Macaroni & Cheese, canned green beans, cash donations and as always helping hands!  On February 16th we served over 130 people!

 

Spring/Summer Clothing Sale, Saturday, April 28th 9-2. - For this sale we will collect Spring and Summer clothing only. Please do not send in your fall/winter clothing at this time. Clothing can be brought now.   Sorting will begin April 16th.

 

THE PARISH OFFICE – will be closed on Monday April 9th, in observance of the Easter holiday.

 

BAKE SALE – Our youth ministry will be having a bake sale following mass on April 29th.  Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society and support our Relay for Life Team.  Volunteers are needed to bake for the sale.  A sign up sheet will be forthcoming.  Youth are needed to participate in the Relay for Life on June 15th - 16th.   Please contact Donna Simone if you are interested in participating.

 

CONFIRMATION – rehearsal will be held on Thursday May 3rd at 6:30PM.  Confirmation

will be held on Monday May 7th at 6PM at St. Luke’s Church.

OPERATION RICE BOWL –Please return all Rice Bowls if you have not already done so. A receptacle is located in the side entrance of the church.

DRIP.  . DRIP....DRIP:  Our "RAISE THE ROOF" collections have slowed to slightly less than a trickle.  This is not a whine, not a complaint, not a scolding.  We have all done too well in our efforts for that.  BUT we haven't yet reached our $20k goal.  We currently have $17,762!  Your Parish Council is hoping for a GUSH to the GOAL!   Thanks, walt chura, s.f.o.

 

SCHOOL OF RELIGION –NO CLASSES April 8th & 15th - Easter/Spring Recess.  Classes resume April 22nd.

 

DO YOU HAVE 2-3HOURS PER MONTH TO HELP SOMEONE IN YOUR COMMUNITY? Caring for someone with dementia can be both isolating and exhausting for family members. THESE FAMILIES NEED YOUR HELP! Belonging to an Eddy Alzheimer’s Care Team, you only give the time you can when you can because there are several of you to share the role of helping the family. The average volunteer offers just 2-3 hours per month. The team provides non-medical support and friendship. All volunteers are offered training and continued support from the staff at Eddy Alzheimer’s Services. If you would like to receive more information, please contact Sandy Monahan at Eddy Alzheimer’s Services-238-4167 or emailmonahans@nehealth.com

MEETING DATES

MONDAY April 9th Parish Council 6:45PM in the Parish Center

THURSDAY April 12th Bible Study 11:00 AM in the Parish Center

 

OFFERTORY COLLECTION:  The offertory collection for the weekend of 4/1/07 was $2,166.00.    Needed to meet weekly expenses is $2,000.00. "Remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth." Deuteronomy 8:18

 

We hope that you will make Easter a Family Communion Sunday,

rededicating yourself and your family to the Risen Christ.

May we take the opportunity to thank you for your assistance and cooperation.

 May the joys and peace of Easter be always with you!

Fr. Mike, Staff & Parish Council

 

                           

 

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Schenectady’s Historic Church   

Over 175 Years of Worship and Service

 

 

Rev. Michael T. Schmitt – Sacramental Minister

 Administrative Assistant –Eileen Mazur

Parish Office Hours 8:30AM-2:30PM Monday through Thursday 374-9148 Closed Friday

Parish Center Email: sjb@albany.net Web Site:  www.albany.net/~sjb/

Saturday Mass taped for Channel 16 – Shown: Sunday 2 PM & Monday 2 PM
                       

St. John the Baptist Mission Statement

Dedicated to Celebrating Christ’s Love in

Worship, Works of Charity and Fellowship

 

SEDER MEAL

 

From early morning, when the ovens were turned on until the last pan was put away in the evening, volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the success of our celebration.  It surely was a night for strengthening fellowship.  Sharing a meal in this spirit, our eating became an act of worship.

Special thanks to our head chef & Kitchen Supervisor, Mary Pidgeon and to Louise Zautner, whose help was invaluable in the efficient serving meals; Our helpers: Dave & Jane Rey, Diury Alvarado, Joe, Emi, Mattias & Vitas Carosella, Don Zautner, Carol Bartz, Walt Chura, Donna & Art Eastman Rick & Barbara White,, Fred Simone, Bob& Gloria DiBlase, Ed Feuerstein, Lynn Lucas, Mary Sieder, Mark Perrella and volunteers from the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

 

     

EASTER MEDITATION:  Alleluia!

 

"[N]ow the power of Easter has burst upon us with the resurrection of Christ. Now we find in ourselves a strength which is not our own, and which is freely given to us whenever we need it, raising us above the Law, giving us a new law which is hidden in Christ: the law of His merciful love for us. . . . The Christian has no Law but Christ. Our 'Law' is the new life itself which has been given to us in Christ. Our Law is not written in books but in the depths of our own hearts, not by the pen of human beings but by the finger of God. Our duty is now not just to obey but to live. We do not have to save ourselves, we are saved by Christ. We must live to God in Christ, not only as they who seek salvation but as they who are saved.    Thomas Merton, Seasons of Celebration, 145, 147.