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From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life, 9/3/23

Happy Labor Day and Happy Rest Day! “For everything there is a season…” God so beautifully built into his plan for us time for work and time for rest (the Sabbath).  Being a “do-er”, I’ll admit, I’ve never been the best at balancing these two things!  But lately, I’m really working on it!  (Monday is … Continued

From the Desk of Fr. Chas Canoy, Pastor – 8/27/23

Wondering what The RESCUE Project is all about?  Here’s what ACTS XXIX, led by Fr. John Riccardo, says about it… “We passionately believe that the most urgent task is the compelling proclamation of the Gospel, one that not only shares it in an attractive – and concentrated – way, but that also offers people a … Continued

From the Desk of Renee Hornby, Principal

Here’s to 150 Years In just a few days, we begin another year of school. There is excitement, nerves, and maybe a few tears (from maybe a kindergarten mom or two.) But this is unlike the start of any other school year. We celebrate 150 years of Catholic education starting right here at St. John … Continued

A Message from Fr. Richard Affrim, Ghana

St. John Parish Summer Mission Appeal, 8/12-8/13/23 THIS WEEKEND WE WELCOME   Fr. Richard D. Affrim from the Diocese of Ho, Ghana  This weekend Fr. Richard D. Affrim is asking the people of our parish to support the work of the church in the Diocese of Ho, Ghana.  Their mission is to bring the Gospel to … Continued

From the Desk of Dcn. Mike McCormick, 8/6/23

Transfiguration Jesus took three apostles, Peter, James and John, up to the mountain to pray.  While they were praying, Jesus was surrounded by a bright light.  Moses appeared on one side and Elijah appeared on the other side.  Jesus was talking to them. Moses symbolized the Law and Elijah symbolized the Prophets.  A voice came … Continued