32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 8, 2020 |
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First Reading:
Resplendent and unfading is wisdom,
and she is readily perceived by those who love her, and found by those who seek her. (Wis 6:12)
Second Reading:
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose, so too will God, through Jesus, bring with him those who have fallen asleep. (1 Thes 4:14)
Gospel:
“Afterwards the other virgins came and said,
‘Lord, Lord, open the door for us!’ But he said in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.’ Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Mt 25:11-13)
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Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass ©2001, 1998, 1970 CCD. The English translation of Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. |
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A Message from our Parish Pastor, Father Phil |
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Dear Parishioners:
I am writing this early in the week, before the final votes have been cast on Tuesday and, therefore, long before the outcome of the presidential election has been definitively determined. I have no crystal ball to tell me whether Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin will go “red” or “blue,” and since the 2000 election with Florida’s chads debacle I’ve been very hesitant to trust exit polls and pundits’ projections.
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Mass at St. John the Baptist |
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Saturday, November 7
4:00 pm t Pat and Darwin Binder
Sunday, November 8
7:30 am t Gilbert "Pip" Gohres
9:30 am For the People of St. John the Baptist and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish
Monday, November 9
8:00 am t Arnold and Esther Servais
Tuesday, November 10
8:00 am t Alice McMullen
Thursday, November 12
8:00 am t James and Jennifer Slabe
Saturday, November 14
4:00 pm t Reggie Barber
4:00 pm Intention of the Rammer Family
Sunday, November 15
7:30 am OPEN
9:30 am t Joanne Schulz
9:30 am t Jean Wifler Steiner
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Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday - 4:00 pm
Sunday - 7:30 am and 9:30 am
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church requires advanced registration to attend Mass. Masks are required. Parishioners may register themselves and their family members by calling the parish office by 4:00 pm on Friday's (920-892-4006) or by using the registration link below.
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Weekday Mass Schedule
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
8:00 am - *no registration required
Christmas Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve - 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm Christmas Day 7:30 am and 9:30 am
Registration for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses at St. John the Baptist will be required. Additional information about when and how to register will be available soon.
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Born into Eternal Life
Our parish family extends its sympathy
to the families and friends of
Florence A. Melichar and Robert A. Anhalt
May Florence and Robert, with God’s Blessing,
Rest in Peace.
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A Prayer for Veterans
Heavenly Father, King and Lord, You instill in all of Your creation an order and value.
You call Your children "very good." We surrender to You the conflicts that tear your family apart. We pray for an end to blindness that places pride, greed, power, and selfishness above human dignity and brotherly love. We pray in gratitude for all of those who have defended peace, virtue, and justice with honor. We pray especially for those who have suffered in mind and body from the ravages of war. Let Your Kingdom come! May Your peace that surpasses all understanding reign in our hearts and in our world. Amen.
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"Grab and Go" - Free Community Meal
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Hosted by St. John the Baptist
On Tuesday, November 17 we are offering a complimentary meal for members of our community. Chicken bake, side salad,
homemade cranberry sauce, and dessert is on the menu. Pickup is on November 17 between 5:15 pm – 5:45 pm at SJB’s playground parking lot, on the west side of the school. Call the SJB parish office at 920-892-4006 or click here to reserve your meal by noon on Friday, November 13. Home delivery available within Plymouth and Elkhart Lake city limits. |
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Rosary for Life The monthly Rosary for Life is continuing on the first Saturday and first Sunday of each month starting with November. The Rosary for Life will be prayed before Mass at 3:30 pm on Saturday, November 7th.
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A Message from the School Principal, Mrs. Amy Nelson |
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If it weren’t for wearing masks, having to social distance, and using hand sanitizer many times each day, this year is like no other. Students are working hard to learn new skills and concepts, and the teachers are committed to our mission of striving for academic excellence interweaving lessons with the Catholic Faith, serving God and others. Most recently, I observed a science lesson involving an egg drop, watched students create arrays as they practiced multiplication facts, listened to students read a new whole group chapter book, practice spelling words with long vowel sounds, and observed a lesson on Saints. I look forward to seeing many more exciting lessons and activities to come yet this trimester. Parental and Parish support is very much appreciated as we engage in educating the whole child. |
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The following resources now available for pick-up outside the Parish Office
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The WORD Among Us (November Edition) A monthly magazine offering daily meditations based on Mass readings, inspirational essays, stories of the saints and more ($6 suggested donation).
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Living Faith (4th Quarter)- A quarterly booklet of daily reflections on one of the scripture readings from the day's Mass ($1 suggested donation).
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Private Reconciliation
2nd and 4th Saturday of each month
9:30-11:00 am - Reconciliation Room
or by appointment with Father Phil.
Anointing of the Sick
Arrangements for a priest visit for the sacrament of confession or anointing of the sick are made through the parish office (920-892-4006)
Eucharistic Adoration
Mondays from 3:00-5:00 pm in Church
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Church Offerings
St. John the Baptist has always had a strong history of stewardship, and we have been blessed by the generosity of our parishioners in both easy and difficult times. With that in mind, please prayerfully reflect on your ability to share your financial gifts with our parish.
Please know that we rely entirely on your generous donations to continue operating and providing the ministry to serve the Lord and our brothers and sisters in Christ. We are most grateful for your continued support. Thank you!
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Donations can also be mailed or dropped off at 115 Plymouth St, Plymouth WI 53073 |
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