APRIL 24, 2020
“Love of Christ does not distract us from interest
in others, but rather invites us to responsibility for them,
to the exclusion of no one….” - St. John Paul II
Plan to join our priests, Father Ben and Father Michael for a drink and candid conversation with the topic, "Acedia & Technology."

You might be wondering what acedia is. Acedia is a vice. It's also called sloth. It's like a heaviness from difficult circumstances; feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, discouraged, desolation, despair or disappointment. Sharing and learning about acedia and technology (how we are forced to live, work, communicate, and function these days) is extremely relevant.

Join this lively and interactive discussion using this link and feel free to chat in your comments or questions.
NEW! ORDER DRINKS AND DINNER
TO MAKE THIS A TRULY SPECIAL EVENING!
We have some fun and exciting things planned for you including commUNITY cocktails! Let's connect over a shared cocktail! Signature cocktails have been developed and are available for pre-order through April 27. Drink deliveries will be made on May 1 and include most everything you need to follow the recipe and make the cocktail. (soda water or splash of sprite may be needed FYI) . There is even a fun option for the kiddos if you plan to make this a family affair!
**PRE-ORDER ENDS APRIL 27 at MIDNIGHT!
We've partnered with local Savage businesses to make your evening at home live-streaming the commUNITY event even more special! You can pre-order dinner to pick up on Saturday evening between 5-6:30PM. Each order placed will receive a 6" Eileen's cookie as a THANK YOU from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School.

Whiskey Inferno is conveniently located at 14425 State Hwy 13, Savage, MN 55378. Orders can be placed using the link below. Orders need to be placed by noon on Thursday, April 30. We'd ask that you consider "extending the hope" by bringing non-perishable items to contribute to the food pantry (Whiskey Inferno is a collection spot) when you pick up your food order.
**our website will continue to host the most up-to-date information for your easy reference; if you know someone who needs to be added to the Daily Update please email communications@stjohns-savage.org.
IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER
Given the Governor's extension of the Stay at Home Order until May 4, please note we will continue the following schedule through May 3 and continue to keep you updated through frequent, although not daily, email updates. This is the best way to stay connected to parish liturgies and events. To get added to this list, please send an email to welcome@stjohns-savage.org.
 
  • The parish office REMAINS CLOSED. 
  • Messages can be left on parish office voicemail or email welcome@stjohns-savage.org. Email is the best way to contact us.
  • Door #11 is open daily from 9AM-6PM Monday-Saturday and noon-6PM on Sunday to allow entrance for those wishing to pray only.
  • NEW! The school office/building IS CLOSED THROUGH THE REMAINDER OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.
  • The church atrium is CLOSED.
  • Adoration is TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED.
  • Please contact Beth Prendi (bprendi@stjohns-savage.org) with regard to funerals and other pastoral care needs/concerns.
  • NEW!  We will move forward with baptisms following public health guidelines. Please contact the parish office for baptisms at welcome@stjohn-savage.org or leave a message with the parish office at 952-890-9465.
  • Livestream Masses will continue to be offered on Sundays at 10AM, Thursday at 9:30AM, and M-F at 8AM; all Masses are recorded so they can be viewed at anytime on our YouTube channel.
  • Next opportunity for confession is: Saturday, April 25 at 3:30PM. This is a rectory drive-thru confession.

All events previously scheduled through May 3, per the national order, will not occur as scheduled. Events that have the potential of being rescheduled will have details communicated as information becomes clear.
WEEKEND CONFESSION
NEW! CONFESSION THIS WEEKEND!
Confession will again be offered in a drive-thru style this Saturday at 3:30PM outside the rectory. Cars are asked to enter the parking lot through the west and exit north. You can see the visual map below for specific logistical information.

Those receiving this sacrament are asked to be mindful of those around you to respect privacy and go one at a time. In addition, we encourage you to "be bold, be brief, and be gone!"
RESOURCES
How can we be praying for you? How can we help you with any special needs? Click the button below to indicate how we can pray for you or if you are in need of help or resources. We want to support you during this difficult time.
DAILY MASS and SUNDAY MASS
We are pleased to bring the daily Mass into your home Monday-Friday each morning at 8AM. We are also happy to bring you Mass each weekend. On Sunday at 10AM we go live! Use the link above to watch on our YouTube channel . The liturgy guide is also linked above for your convenience.
KNOW A MAGNIFICENT MOM?
How many "Magnificent Moms" do you know in your life?

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School are proud to be one of the sponsors for this contest honoring the phenomenal mothers in our lives. Take a minute to nominate a magnificent mom you know using the button below.

Tributes will be in the May 7 and 9 Savage Pacer and winners will be randomly drawn to win a beautiful planter and cookies for a year from Eileen's Colossal Cookies.
WAYS TO GIVE
Envelopes:  
If you currently use envelopes provided by St. John’s, those can be mailed to the church. Contributions can be mailed in any manner even if you do not have the envelopes we provide. You can also drop off your envelope during building open hours (M-F from 9AM-6PM) through door #11.
On-line giving:  
A special thank you to all who currently give electronically. eGiving is faster, more secure and provides much needed donation consistency. If you’d like to register to give in this manner (either with an on-going contribution or one time gift), or make a change to your existing gift, please click   here .
Text to give:  
Electronic and traditional givers accustomed to texting can now give through text giving as well. Make one-time or recurring offerings by simply texting the amount you wish to give to our secure account at 833-351-0063. It's a convenient solution when you can't attend services or don't have cash or checks with you. *A minimum $5.00 donation is needed.