St. John The Beloved Parish
Pastor: Rev. Joseph Piekarski
Our Mission: “Growing a welcoming community of disciples through participation in the sacraments, service, prayer and ongoing formation.”
Parish Office: 907 Milltown RoadSherwood ParkWilmington, DE 19808
Phone: (302) 999-0211
MAY 24, 2020
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CHURCH STAFF Very Rev. Joseph Piekarski, V.F., Pastor Rev. Marek Szczur, Associate Pastor Deacon Thomas A. Bailey Deacon Dennis Wuebbels Deacon Mark Fontana Mr. Frank Julian, Parish Administrator Mrs. Sue O’Hanlon, Bookkeeper Dr. Lisa Papili Carlsen, D.M.A., Director of Liturgy and Music Mr. Kevin Duffy, Facilities Manager Mrs. Jennifer DiBella, Communications Mrs. Marie Malatesta, Safe Environments Coordinator PARISH OFFICE RECEPTIONIST (302) 999-0211 Mrs. Trish Tucker Sr. Dolores Huhman Ms. Linda Mondzelewski PARISH OUTREACH (Volunteer Today) (302) 994-7867 Mr. Jamie Moulthrop, Coordinator RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE (302) 994-7757 email: [email protected] Mrs. Dolores Ballintyn, Director Miss Lara D. Ballintyn, Administrative Assistant
St. JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL (302) 998-5525 email: [email protected]
Mr. Richard Hart, Principal Mrs. Mary Lou Soltys, Vice Principal Mrs. Sharon Breznitsky, Admissions Mrs. Mary Ann Thompson, Administrative Assistant
CATHOLIC CEMETERIES: All Saints: 737-2524 Cathedral: 656-3323 Gate of Heaven: 732-3690
Welcome to St. John the Beloved Parish. To register to become a member of our faith community, please visit SJBDE.org and click on the “Join Our Parish” button to register online.
Parishioners, please take a minute to update your information at wilmington.parishsoftfamilysuite.com. We appreciate your assistance. Thank you!
Lectors and Altar Server Schedules are posted online at SJBDE.org/liturgical-schedules.
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Suspended until further notice. To schedule with a priest, please call the parish office.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM To schedule a Baptismal Preparation Class please call the Parish Office at (302) 999-0211.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Please complete our online Wedding Form at SJBDE.org one year prior to the wedding.
SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK Anyone seriously ill or facing surgery, please call a priest to make arrangements.
HOLY DAY MASSES As announced.
DEVOTIONS - MONDAYS Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament - suspended until further notice.
Adult Choir - suspended until further notice. Holy Spirit Prayer Group - suspended until further notice.
First Saturday Devotions with the Blue Army are held monthly beginning with 8 a.m. Mass.
Legion of Mary - suspended until further notice.
Lazarus Ministry helps those who have lost a loved. More at SJBDE.org/lazarus-ministry.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Are you interested in becoming a member of the Catholic faith or in learning more about the Church? For information please call the parish office.
Sunday Reading Discussion - suspended until further notice.
The Blessed Virgin Mary Sodality meets the first Sunday of the month at 7:30 a.m. Mass to honor our Blessed Mother, (September - June). Please join us after mass to pray the rosary. For more information visit SJBDE.org/Ministries
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A NOTE FROM THE PASTOR’S DESKWe celebrate the Ascension of the Lord this Sunday. Because of its prominence in the Easter Message, local bishops have transferred the Solemnity from Thursday to Sunday in order for more of the people to make the connection of Christ’s death, resurrection, and ascension to heaven. We discussed in last week’s bulletin that when Jesus was resurrected He was somewhat recognized by the Apostles and disciples because of factors like His wounds. Still, He was remarkably different by having a physical body and yet passing through locked doors and appearing swiftly in different areas prior to leaving the world. When He ascended into heaven, Jesus’ followers were at peace and not saddened by His earthy departure. Why? After experiencing the resurrected presence of Jesus, the Apostles and disciples knew Jesus was Divine and rightfully needed to be with God the Father. His presence was so new, so transformed, so “other” that it undeniably required ascension into heaven. Of course, they were mystified by what lies next but assured that from heaven would come the Holy Spirit that would reinforce them for their mission ahead.
Think about it. Not only did this little band of His followers survive but eventually, filled with the Holy Spirit, they overcame adversity and spread the Gospel to all nations. The Ascension of Jesus into heaven not only places Our Lord in His proper dignity with the Trinity but allows Him to have complete authority to govern us…His Church. Christ’s saving purpose is fulfilled… going full circle from birth, earthly mission, saving death, resurrection, and finally ascension into heaven. This feast completes Our Savior’s historic story…but it still continues, like our Gospels tells us today… ”until the end of the world.” Need a haircut? During the social distancing of this pandemic, most of us have wanted to do something with our hair. Ten weeks is a long time to abstain from going to the hairdresser or barber. Being somewhat of a vain society, we want to be presentable or at least comfortable with the way we appear. We are not the only ones. It is a fact that most cultures have fostered a standard of what should be on top of our heads. Remember the powdered wigs of the revolutionary war era or the “rats” that women wore at the beginning of the last century. The buzz cut was a summertime style for most males back in the 50s and 60s while the “feathered” look for girls took top billing in the 70s. What about Jesus' time? Yep, there was a fashion statement among the Jews in Galilee two thousand years ago. Often Our Lord is pictured with flowing garments and flowing long hair and beard. Without actual photos of Jesus’ appearance, artists have depicted Him as one in their own era of time or associated His appearance to the heavenly being of the scripture, like angels, with impractical “flowing” garments. In the bible, there aren’t any verses describing Jesus' hair. However, there are verses that describe how Jewish men were to take care of their hair according to biblical Law. Based on these verses, it is likely Jesus had neatly trimmed hair, longer sideburns, and a beard with uncut corners, setting Him apart as obedient to the Law and consecrated to God. In contrast, Romans often shaved their facial hair. According to archeological data, first-century Palestinian Jewish men tended to keep their hair reasonably short and well-combed for good hygiene. Perhaps these descriptions can satisfy our longing to know how Jesus looked and explain our normal fixation with our hair.
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Your gifts make a meaningful difference to St.
John The Beloved Parish's ministries and programs.
We wish to extend a sincere THANKS to everyone
who financially supports our parish through weekly
giving, special collections, one-time gifts, and all of
the other avenues of giving (e.g. volunteering your
time and talent). Everyone's income and needs are
different, and each gift is understood to be a
sacrifice given for the greater good. May God Bless
your efforts. We appreciate all you do. Thank you.
Readings for the week of May 24, 2020 Sunday: Ascension: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 [6]/Eph 1:17-23/Mt 28:16-207th Sunday of Easter: Acts 1:12-14/Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8 [13]/1 Pt 4:13-16/Jn 17:1-11aMonday: Acts 19:1-8/Ps 68:2-3ab, 4-5acd, 6-7ab [33a]/Jn 16:29-33Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27/Ps 68:10-11, 20-21 [33a]/Jn 17:1-11aWednesday: Acts 20:28-38/Ps 68:29-30, 33-35a, 35bc-36ab [33a]/Jn 17:11b-19Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11/Ps 16:1-2a and 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 [1]/Jn 17:20-26Friday:Acts 25:13b-21/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab [19a]/Jn 21:15-19Saturday: Morning: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31/Ps 11:4, 5 and 7 [cf. 7b]/Jn 21:20-25Next Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39. Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9/Ps 33:10-11, 12-13, 14-15/Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b/Dn 3:52, 53, 55, 56 [52b] or Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11/Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [1]/Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39. Day: Acts 2:1-11/Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34 [cf. 30]/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13/Jn
Thank you for your continued generosity to the parish as your gift for the good things God has given you.
Offertory for May 17, 2020 $ 8, 308.00 Building & Maintenance 251.00Outreach 100.00Other 167.00Total Parish Collections $ 8, 826.00St. Vincent DePaul 588.00Diocesan Collections 87.00Total Collections $ 9, 501.00
THANK YOU!
Saints and Special ObservancesThe Ascension of the Lord, Seventh Sunday of Easter 7:30 a.m. Andrea Wojcik Williams 9:30 a.m. Eileen Handlin 11:30 a.m. Our Parish Family 5:00 p.m. Robert BorsMonday: Easter Weekday St. Bede the Venerable, Priest & Doctor of the Church, St. Gregory VII, Pope, St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi, Virgin. Memorial Day
9:00 a.m. Anna Demurat Tuesday: St. Philip Neri, Priest
6:30 a.m. Cas, Clara & Rose Kowalski 8:00 a.m. Christopher McClaffertyWednesday: Easter Weekday St. Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop 6:30 a.m. Nicola J. Capretta 8:00 a.m. Agatha SzostkowskiThursday: Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Loretta Schmidt
8:00 a.m. Patricia MitchellFriday: Easter Weekday Jewish Shavuot Day, 1st Day 6:30 a.m. Jane Ingram & Family 8:00 a.m. Peter FernandesSaturday: Easter Weekday Jewish Shavuot Day, 2nd Day
8:00 a.m. Kunitsky Family John Blyskal Judith Knotts Kirlan
Arnold Menge5:00 p.m. Maryanne Duus
Pentecost Sunday 7:30 a.m. Marlene Roca
9:30 a.m. Judith Salvo 11:30 a.m. Maria DiSouza 5:00 p.m. Our Parish Family
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PARISH NEWS
Please remember in your prayers all who have gone before us and all the deceased of the St. John the Beloved Parish Community.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. + Father William Lawler + John Blyskal + William Michael Dorris, Sr.
+ Mary Jo O’Donald + Marie Walls + Dorothy “Dot” Dallabrida + Constance Mary Marinari + Catherine “Kay Ann” Sommers
May their soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy
of God, rest in peace. Amen.
2020 Annual Catholic Appeal – Seeing Christ in the Faces of Others “No one has ever seen God. Yet, if we love one another, God remains in us, and His love is brought to perfection in us.” 1 John 4:14.
The Annual Catholic Appeal, with its theme, “Seeing Christ in the Faces of Others” continues throughout our diocese. Funds raised though the Appeal bring hope, comfort, compassion and love into the lives of many people. Appeal supported ministries touch thousands of individuals and families throughout Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore providing essential service that knows no race, no age, no social class, but rather knows only those who come to the Church for help are special in the eyes of Our Lord. Now more than ever, these ministries are needed. Your support demonstrates your compassion and concern for God’s people and your willingness to share your blessings with those in need.
During the week of June 1, you may receive a mailing from Bishop Malooly inviting your participation in the Annual Catholic Appeal. For those of you who have given to this year’s Appeal, thank you for your generosity. For those who have not, please prayerfully consider supporting this important effort. In the meantime, you are encouraged to learn more about the Annual Catholic Appeal by visiting www.cdow.org/annualcatholicappeal. Please view the brief video offering inspiring testimony from recipients of featured Appeal supported ministries. A direct link to video can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80gz5V5VaH8&t=2s.
Every Outreach donation goes to assist a member of our community in need. Visit sjbde.org/outreach to learn more. ___ soup, beans, rice,___ canned fruit and vegetables___ mac & cheese___ pasta, pasta sauce___ peanut butter and jelly___ tuna, canned meats___ breakfast cereal ___ shampoo, deodorant___ body wash, bath soap (toiletry items) ___ toothpaste and toothbrushes*If you are able, please prayerfully consider making a donation to Outreach @ online giving > sjbde.org/connect-now-giving, or in the collection at Mass to help. Thank you.
The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington reopening of public Masses in Maryland is set for May 25. Clarification is still needed in Delaware. Once available, details will be listed online at SJBDE.org.
SECOND HAND TREASURE DROP OFFOUTREACH is opening its doors on Saturday, May 30th from 9-12 to accept gently used clothing, food and funding.
If you've spent some of your time at home cleaning out your closets, please consider donating your items at Community of Christ Church (1205 Milltown Rd. in Wilmington). All of the donations go right back out to the neediest among us right here in the Pike Creek/ Mill Creek area at no charge to our clients. Please try to label all clothing donations by season and gender if possible. We'll also be accepting canned good items as well.
Volunteers are needed. For more information or to volunteer contact Jamie Moulthrop at (302) 994-7867 or [email protected]
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DIOCESE OF WILMINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL AWARDS
We congratulate the following members of our young church who were named recipients of Diocese of Wilmington Catholic Schools Awards at the May 13, 2020, live-stream Mass for Catholic Schools celebrated by Bishop Malooly. We are proud of you and how you have represented your family, your schools, our parish, and the Diocese of Wilmington.
Eighth Grade Academic Scholars
The following students from our St. John the Beloved School were named Eighth Grade Academic Scholarship Recipients to a Catholic High School in 2020-2021.
Peyton Bale Ryan Betts Erin Cannon Adriana Ciafardo Jack Cotrotsious Chad Dohl Matthew Guariano Kylee Kluska Ava Lutruzkowski Amelia Maguire Jake Portale Trey Prospero Hallie Ross Kyle Ruby Dolores Samson Nate Sullivan
Saint Francis de Sales Medal
A Saint Francis de Sales Outstanding Catholic School Senior is recognized for excellence in faith development, scholarship, service, leadership, and citizenship.
The following high school seniors who are graduates of our St. John the Beloved Grade School and members of our parish were named Saint Francis de Sales Medal recipients.
Wyatt Emerson Taylor, St. Elizabeth High School Kristina Leone, St. Mark's High School
Monday, May 25th is Memorial Day
Although we are not gathering yet because of the pandemic, we know that this holiday is sacred; a befitting way to remember those men and women who lost their lives defending our Nation and the values of democracy. The souls of our fallen heroes will be remembered at Mass that day. It would be a fitting day for all of us, wherever we are, to unite our voices and hearts in offering our beloved dead to the Risen Lord. Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
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