St John the Evangelist Parish
January 11, 2017
Stations of the Cross

Wednesday, January 11th at 7:00pm in the Church
Book Group Meets This Monday, January 16, 7pm in Quigley 
Please come for a lively discussion of Not in God's Name
 
We encourage everyone interested to come and discuss the book we picked last month. Even if you have not read this book, please come and be involved in the discussion. Also be involved in picking out next month's book selection. We have open membership, good snacks, and great conversation.
No need to RSVP. Just show up in Quigley at 7pm and be prepared for a great evening.
The first Evening of Recollection for Women in 2017 will be on Thursday, January 19, 2017 (7:00-9:00 pm).   The recollection will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 22209 58th Avenue W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043.
13th Annual Italian Dinner
Sunday, January 29th at 5:00pm in Egan Hall
Stewardship 2017!
Thank you to all who have made gifts and pledges to our annual stewardship appeal.  To date, we have received 284 pledges totaling $451,712 toward our goal of $802,000.  We are endlessly grateful for your commitment to St John Parish!  If you haven't yet affirmed your active membership in our parish, please do so, and prayerfully consider what gift you are able to give to support our work.

To pledge online click here.
New! - Scrip on Saturdays!
The Scrip team will be selling in the vestibule of the church after the 5:00 Vigil Mass on select Saturdays.  In January those days will be the 7th and the 21st. 
Scrip will also be available at Coffee & Donuts in Egan Hall after the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses on January 8th and 22nd.

Visit the web page for more information.
Questions?  Contact the Scrip team at stjohnscrip@stjohnsea.org
Annulment Advocate  
The parish is seeking an individual or couple who would like to serve in the capacity of volunteer annulment advocate. Advocates guide parishioners through the annulment process. Requirements are deep compassion for those in need, a good ear for listening, patience and kindness, ability to attend the training and updates and ability to understand complex situations, and above all, a commitment to confidentiality. Training is provided by the Seattle Archdiocese. The next training September 13-15, 2017. If you believe this could be your calling, please contact Father Crispin to talk more about it. 
Relax in My Healing Presence.  As you spend time with Me, your thoughts tend to jump ahead to today's plans and problems.  Bring your mind back to Me for refreshment and renewal.  Let the Light of My Presence soak into you as you focus your thoughts on Me.  Thus I equip you to face whatever the day brings.  This sacrifice of time pleases Me and strengthens you.  Do not skimp on our time together.  Resist the clamor of tasks waiting to be done.  
You have chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from you. 

 

Psalm 105:4; Luke 10:39-42.

 

Material above is from the January 2 entry in a daily devotional called Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence, by Sarah Young, © 2004 by Thomas Nelson (Thanks Sheila Marty)
 
If you have prayer nuggets you'd like to share with the parish,
email Bill Marty, bill@takenroad.com.  Thanks!
Saint of the Month

Saint Paul Miki and Companions
(1562-1597, Japan)
Feast Day: February 6