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Air Purification System

To date, we have collected $25,270 for the new Ionization products, and we are still in need of an additional $8,930 to completely pay the final bill. Again, on behalf of all of us who benefit from this ionization system, thank you to our many generous donors. If you are able to make a donation, please mark that your donation is for the “New Air” system.

 
Continuing Adult Education

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says to the people: “Think not that I have come to abolish the Law and the prophets; I have come not to abolish them but to fulfill them.” — Matthew 5:17.
 
If you have ever wanted to better understand the mystery of Jesus’ death and Resurrection, then I invite you to please join parishioners and guests at our next Adult Education Presentation. “The Jewish Roots of Jesus’ Death and Resurrection,” presented by Dr. Brant Pitre, will be held on Saturday, February 6, in the Church Hall beginning at 6:30 p.m. Some of the questions that will be covered include:

  • Have you ever wondered why Jesus was crucified on a Friday at 3:00 p.m.?
  • Why do Catholics worship on Sunday rather than Saturday, which is the Jewish Sabbath?
  • Do you want to understand the mystery of Jesus’ death and resurrection more deeply?
  • Would you like to get more out of meditation this Lent?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, I recommend attending this dynamic and ground-breaking DVD presentation. 

Please sign up after Masses this weekend in the narthex.
24-Hour Perpetual Adoration

St. John’s is fortunate to have 24-hour Perpetual Adoration. Please take advantage of this beautiful opportunity to stay close to God in these difficult times. Hand sanitizer is available in the Adoration entrance (south side of Church), and we ask that you practice social distancing and stay at least six feet from others while in Church.
Your donations are needed and will help us
continue to operate during these unsettling times.
Fourth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
January 30/31, 2021

Our readings today remind us of God’s authority. 

As we reflect on our Gospel, we recognize that God possesses all authority and that we want to give Him all authority. Jesus was teaching in the synagogue on the Sabbath. All were fixed on His words and astonished at what He had to say. Suddenly everyone’s attention shifted to a man with an unclean spirit who began to question Jesus and His authority. Jesus responded, “Quiet, come out of him!” and removed the evil spirit from the man. All were amazed at the healing of this man. 

Life can sometimes look like the synagogue in Capernaum. We are living as disciples of Christ when we suddenly recognize evil around us — through events in our lives, temptations we are enduring, or by falling into sin. It can distract us, consume our attention, or even cause us to despair. In these moments of trial, we must remember the Healer in our Gospel today. Recall His words, “Quiet, come out of Him!” Jesus has the power and authority over evil, for He has conquered sin and death. He also has the power and authority over us. And when we invite Him to have that authority, He will heal us and help us persevere. 

Today, we are reminded that God is in control and that we want Him to be in control. He is the loving Healer that will work miracles in our lives if we give Him the authority to do so.
School News
Sunday marks the beginning of National Catholic Schools Week. We begin this celebration each year with an open house, during which we begin to accept enrollment for the upcoming school year. This year, of course, things look different, with a by-appointment-only open house on Saturday. As usual, our parents and students serve as tour guides. They are the people who know us best, offering a unique perspective to families considering enrollment. Did you miss out on signing up for our open house? Don’t worry! We always offer school-day tours and can easily set up an appointment with a teacher to provide you with information. Just call our school office at 414-321-8540, or logon to our school webpage: www.sje.k12.wi.us.
 
We are especially proud of the fact that we are offering in-school instruction this year. Our students and teachers have persevered throughout quarantines, and though it has been challenging, we all agree that we are grateful to be learning in school.
 
Our school has so many things to celebrate. We offer exemplary academics in a small, nurturing atmosphere. Our Catholic faith is at the center of everything we do. Students in our parish school receive daily instruction in religion, work together in teams on prayer experiences and service projects, and gather for regular prayer together. This is in addition to attending Mass together each week.
 
If your children currently attend school somewhere else, I am asking you to stop by and check out SJE. Becoming a member of a school community supported by your own parish is a uniquely gratifying experience for your entire family. I’m sure that you will agree with the families who currently choose our parish school. St. John the Evangelist is a great place to grow! I hope to see you soon.  
...Together in God’s Name

Mary Laidlaw-Otto, Principal
Live-streaming: Mass and Adoration
 
We are live-streaming daily and Sunday Masses as well as Adoration for those who are unable to attend:

Daily Masses are:
Monday thru Saturday 8:00 a.m.

Weekend Masses are:
Saturday at 4:30 p.m.
Sunday at 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Our YouTube channel is SJE-Greenfield.

If you miss the livestream, you can watch the upload of each Mass on our YouTube channel.
CDs from Augustine Institute

Did you know we have CDs (and other items) located in the narthex? Each week we will highlight one of the available CDs.

Cost is $4 each.
Have you ever struggled with prayer? Lack of time, focus, or understanding of what to do can all be a challenge. As Augustine Institute professor and author Dr. Michael Patrick Barber explains, prayer is critical to our relationship with God, just as good communication is critical to our relationships with our loved ones. Citing deep biblical insights and humorous personal stories, Dr. Barber offers encouragement and practical suggestions for how we can better approach the practice of prayer, and teaches the surprising importance of theological study. “The more you love someone, the more you want to know about them; and the more you know them, the more you love them.”
Start earning the easy way with the new mobile app: RaiseRight by ShopWithScrip
RaiseRight is simply the right way to fundraise for our organization. Shop gift cards from more than 750 top brands to earn on your daily purchases—right from your phone.

Turn your shopping list into fundraising
  • Discover new earning opportunities every day 
  • Narrow your search with categories that fit your everyday shopping needs
  • Easily browse brands offering bonus earnings
  • Add brands you love to your Favorites for faster shopping
  • Manage your gift cards in one place: your Wallet

Pick up right where you left off. Sign in with your same ShopWithScrip username and password. Access your gift cards right away. And check out with payment information already saved to your account.


SCRIP will now be sold before and after all weekend Masses. As always, SCRIP is available at the parish office during regular business hours. We have materials available below if you would like to set up an online account.






You can also click here to view a how-to video from Scrip on how to open an account.

To protect the program from fraud, please contact the Parish or School offices for the enrollment code. Once you have an online account you can pay by direct debit from your checking account (Presto Pay), by credit card, or by check here in the parish office. If we do not have the item in stock, we will order on Monday and have the cards by Thursday. Once you have the physical card you can enroll it in your "wallet" and reload it as needed.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the parish office at 414-321-1965.
This program allows .5% of your shopping on Amazon to be donated to St. John the Evangelist.

If you purchase Scrip, St. John's receives an additional 2.25%. That's 2.75% of your purchases to St. John's if you are already shopping Amazon.
The newsletter is published on Wednesdays. Articles for each week's publication are due on Mondays at noon.

To submit articles e-mail to: newsletter@stjohns-grfd.org
"Remember God's Will in Yours!"

Please keep the needs of St. John the Evangelist in mind as you do your estate planning. For information on how to include the parish as a beneficiary, contact the Parish Office at 414-321-1965.
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