CLERGYReverend Timothy F. O’SullivanPastor thepastor@stjohnpa.org

Weekend AssistantsReverend Patrick BradyDeacon James E. HartmannDeacon Robert P. Gellentien

RECTORY752 Big Oak RoadMorrisville, PA 19067215.295.4102Fax 215.295.3128sjeoffices@stjohnpa.org

OFFICE HOURSMonday to Friday9 AM - 5 PMNo office hours Saturday & Sunday,except by appointment

PREP OFFICE728 Big Oak Road215.295.9239prepoffice@stjohnpa.org

PREP-RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTIONSSunday 10:00 AM to 11:15 AMMonday 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISMBaptism preparation should begin before the child is born. All expecting parents and parents of newborn children are asked to enroll themselves in our parish Baptism Preparation Program. Baptism preparation is our Pre-Jordan class (2nd Monday in March, June, September and December at 7:00 PM in the DeaconJames Hartmann Meeting Room). Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM. Please contact the Parish office for more information

“What we have seen and heard we proclaim to you, so that you may share life with us.” 1 John 1:3

April 15, 2018 Third Sunday of Easter

MASS SCHEDULESunday Vigil Mass: Saturday 5:30 PMSunday: 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30 AMWeekdays Monday - Saturday 8:00 AMHoly Days Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM(Also see Church bulletin)

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays: 4:00 - 5:00 PMOther times by appointment

SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONYArrangements should be made with the priestat least 6 months before the wedding.Attendance at Pre-Marital Classes required.

DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONFridays: 3:00 PM in the Chapel

ADORATION OF THE BLESSEDSACRAMENTTuesdays: after 8:00 AM Mass until 6:50 PM

BLUE ARMY DEVOTIONTuesdays: 7:00 PM in the Chapel

VISITATION CHAPELOF THE BLESSED MOTHERSpend time in prayer and reflectionfrom 6:00 AM till 8:00 PMMonday through Saturday

On the web at www.stjohnpa.org

ST• JOHN THE EVANGELISTROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH

The R.C.I.A. is a process of welcoming new members into the Catholic Church. It also welcomes baptized Catholics who have not received Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eu-charist, or Confirmation. For infor-mation contact the Parish Office at sjeoffices@stjohnpa.org.

LECTIO DIVINAWednesdays: after 8:00 AM Mass in the Chapel

RCIA - RITE OF CHRISTIANINITIATION OF ADULTS

PARISH STAFFSister Marganne Drago, SSJPastoral Associate and Directorof Liturgical Ministries, ext. 116srmdrago@stjohnpa.org

Mrs. Barbara Ann NuzzoloDirector Religious Educationprepdirector@stjohnpa.org

Mrs. Leona Furente Business Manager, ext. 102 businessmanager@stjohnpa.org

Ms. Meghan HornYouth Ministry, ext. 118youthministries@stjohnpa.org

Ms. Darlene MoralesParish Secretary, ext. 100sjeoffices@stjohnpa.org

Mrs. Maureen TraynorAdministrative Assistant, ext. 111adminasst@stjohnpa.org

Mrs. Joan CrawfordMusic Ministrymusicministry@stjohnpa.org

Mr. Walter BurekDirector of Communicationsinfo@stjohnpa.org

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Dear Friends, On Palm Sunday evening, March 25th, almost thirty members of our Parish participated in our first annual “Living Stations” presentation. Over one hundred parishioners and friends joined us for the beautiful presentation. For those who were able to join us, it was a fitting way to enter into our Holy Week observances. Hopefully, as this tradition grows in our Parish each year, many parishioners and friends will join us! For those who were not able to join us, I have included several pictures from the presenta-tion. Many thanks to Walt Burek for sharing his pictures with our Parish. Through the intercession of Saint John the Evangelist, may we be living examples of the gospel that he has handed onto us! Fr. O’Sullivan

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEKSunday, April 15

Third Sunday of Easter7:30 AM Florence Olivo, requested by Jim and Alva McCarthy9:30 AM All the Members of the Parish 11:30 AM Florence, John and Jack Oberc, requested by the Bittner Family

Monday, April 16: Easter Weekday8:00 AM Charles Meyrick, requested by Charles and Winnie McGovern

Tuesday, April 17: Easter Weekday8:00 AM Marjorie Jones, requested by Mary and Rich Vassallo

Wednesday, April 18: Easter Weekday8:00 AM Matilda and Pelegrin Baver, requested by Kathy and Dino DeIuliis Thursday, April 19: Easter Weekday8:00 AM Edward and June Wentzel, requested by the Wentzel Family

Friday, April 20: Easter Weekday8:00 AM Philip Tigar, requested by Leonard and Joan Kulish Saturday, April 21: Saint Anselm8:00 AM Mary Chesney, requested by Germaine Thomas and Family5:30 PM Andrew Hadalski, requested by his wife, Judy

7:30 AM Harriet Manetas, requested by Peter and Magda Manetas9:30 AM Joseph P. Kirlin, requested by daughter, Joan Kirlin Graves and granddaughters, Kathy Graves and Jenna Allen 11:30 AM All the Members of the Parish

Sunday, April 15 PREP, 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM Sewing, Knitting and Crocheting Group, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Monday, April 16 PREP, 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM

Tuesday, April 17 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, 8:30 AM to 6:50 PM Little Flowers Girls Club, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM Benediction, 6:50 PM to 7:00 PM Blue Army Holy Hour, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM The Prophets, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Wednesday, April 18 Lectio Divina, 8:35 AM to 9:35 AM YDisciple (All Boys), 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Rosary at Manor Care, 6:15 PM to 6:45 PM Social Concerns Meeting, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Seton Society Meeting, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday, April 19 CRS in Action ESL, 10:00 AM to Noon YDisciple (All Girls, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Adult Choir Practice, 7:00 PM to 9:15 PM Friday, April 20 Divine Mercy Chaplet, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Jr. CYO Youth Group Meeting, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Rosary, 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Saturday, April 21 Miraculous Medal Novena, immediately following 8:00 AM Mass Confessions, 4:00 to 5:00 PM

Sunday, April 22Fourth Sunday of Easter

ST• JOHN THE EVANGELISTROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH THIS WEEK AT

God Bless Our Service MembersPlease keep in your thoughts and prayers all service men and wom-en, along with their family mem-bers, when so many are far from

home throughout the world. We are forever grateful for all the

sacrifices that they and their families have made.

Lt. Timothy Abbracciamento (son of John and Ana Abbracciamento)

Lt. Commander Matthew Piasecki

(nephew of Alan and Linda Marquis)

Majors David and Ann Driscoll(grandchildren of Joseph and Mary Loncosky)

Chief Petty Officer Jim Buckley, USN(cousin of Linda Russell)

Second Lt. Daniel P. Cummings(son of John and Christina Cummings

Ensign Stephanie G. Radzinski, USN(daughter of Rick and Maria Radzinski)

Commander Robert J. Roadfuss(friend of Rosemary and Kevin Hayes)

Liturgically Speaking - Called to Serve Happy Easter! As we continue to enjoy this beautiful Easter Season I thought this might be a good time to begin to look at some of the specific roles and ministries that are important in the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy. Over the years we have no doubt experienced changes, adjustments, or “tweaks” made in the various liturgical roles of lector, altar server, cantor, choir, usher (greeter), and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. All of us, by reason of our Baptism, are called to participate in these functions but, of course, much depends on our own God-given gifts, abilities, and availability. If one struggles with matching pitches then that person is most likely not going to consider being a cantor. Someone becoming a lector would recognize that to impart Scripture requires not a dramatic presentation but a clear, careful, and reverent rendering of the Word of God. Here at St. John’s we are always eager and happy to welcome newcomers to the various liturgical roles. In fact, we hope that many more parishioners will consider offering to serve in one or more ministries. Over the next few weeks this liturgi-cal column will review the various roles of lector, cantor, choir member, altar server, usher (greeter), and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Please take some time to think about how you might be called to serve in one or more of these ministries. Take your thoughts and concerns to prayer and ask God what HIS plan is for you. Speak with Father O’Sullivan or Sister Mar-ganne who will readily assist and guide you in your discernment. Even if you do not at this time feel called to one of these liturgical roles, you might know someone in the parish who you believe would make a fine cantor, a good lector, or a dutiful usher. Invite them to think about it! Finally, please take a little time to read these weekly Liturgically Speaking columns or view the podcasts online. Being liturgically informed and updated is the primary reason we offer this column. Questions or ideas for topics are always welcomed as well. Happy Easter and God bless you!

Sister Marganne

The team of four ladies who sharethe laundering of the linens used by the priests at Mass has lost one of its members to retirement in

HANDS IN SERVICE

another city. They are in need of a person who can assist them one week a month. If you are interested in helping, please contact Fran Burek at 215-493-5227.

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Next Sunday’s Readings – April 22, 2018Prepare for Sunday Mass by reading, reflecting and pray-ing the readings with family and friends.Reading 1Acts 4:8-12Responsorial PsalmPsalms 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29Reading 21 John 3:1-2AlleluiaJohn 10:14GospelJohn 10:11-18

ADMINISTRATION

PARISH ORGANIZATIONSAdoration Society: Maria DiDonato, Cynthia Mariotti Adult Faith Formation: Sister Marganne Drago, 215-295-4102Aid for Friends: Mary Africa, 215.428.9581Altar Servers: Father Timothy O’Sullivan, 215.295.4102Community Food Dr.: Cathy & Joe McLean, 267.833.3177Blessed Counters: Father Timothy O’Sullivan, 215.295.4102CYO Athletic Directors: Mike & Mary McGill, 215.337.8282Disability Advocate: Kathy Ross, 215.736.8017Extraordinary Ministers Holy Communion: Sister Marganne Drago, 215.295.4102Faith in Action/Staying Put in Bucks County: Susan Cridge, 215.295.5726 Funeral Liturgy Assistance: Rosemary Goode, 215-493-7424Hospitality/Bakery Basket: Ann Damron, 215.736.3527Knights of Columbus #7515: Grand Knight, Joseph Retallick, 267.997.1087 Lectors: Sister Marganne Drago, 215.295.4102Men’s Faith Share: Vince Bodnar, 215.321.5155Pastoral Council: Magda Manetas, 215.295.2512Prayer Network: Lisa Petrino, 215.295.6468Respect Life: Ed Barry, 215.295.4335Seton Society: Tom Brunner, 215.734.3031Social Concerns Committee: Diane Coyle, 215.493.8472Ushers/Greeters: Father Timothy O’Sullivan, 215-295-4102Women of the Word Prayer Group: Connie Drummond, 215-493-5897

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICKRobert Amadio, Merriam B. (friend of Kristen Yost),

Nancy Baradziej, Michael Barkovich (son of Michael and Diana Barkovich), Tom Biester, John Camerlengo,

(brother of Carmine Camerlengo), Kathy Camerlengo (niece of Carmine Camerlengo), Claudia (5 yrs. old -

granddaughter of Karen and William DiBraccio), Louis D., Edward, Leo James Ferdinand (grandson of

Michael and Toni Schwartz), Dennis Flynn (daughter-in-law’s father of Chris and Diane Ledes), Patricia Funk, Ann M., Joseph Jaconski (brother of Mary DiTanna),

Bernard Matulis, Angela Planche (friend of Elisa Costas), Milt and Bettyanne Simonds (mother and father of

Elizabeth Simonds), Derrick and Marty Warren, Joseph Wasiakowski (husband of Shirley Wasiakowski),

and all residents of Manor Care and Arden Court.

Come, Let Us Worship The Lord!On the Weekend of March 31/April 1, 2018

190 people joined us at our 8 PM Mass;393 people joined us at our 7:30 AM Mass;710 people joined us at our 9:30 AM Mass;

and 581 people joined us at our 11:30 AM Mass.

Thank You For Making The Lord A Priority In Your Life!

VISITING THE SICKIf a family member is sick, in the hospital, at home or in a Nursing Home, and they would like a short visit by one of our members, please call the Parish Office at 215-295-4102.

First Sunday in April 2018 Regular Sunday Collection $ 11,311Number of Envelopes 190First Sunday in April 2017Regular Sunday Collection $ 13,436 Number of Envelopes 390YTD Collection (July 1, 2017 – April 1, 2018) $504,772Average Number of Envelopes 365

Easter Sunday Collection 2018 $ 24,885Number of Envelopes 362

Easter Sunday Collection 2017 (4/16/17) $ 34,889Number of Envelopes 476

Thank you for your continued generosity!

REST IN PEACEIn your kindness, please pray for the happy repose of the soul of

Emily Wilkening,daughter of David and Kathleen Wilkening.

May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in

peace.

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Pretzel Sale!The next pretzel sale will be held this weekend April 14th and 15th! Thank you for your support!

Trenton ThunderEach year, as a thank you to our Altar Servers, we take them to a Trenton Thunder game. This year we opening it up to the whole parish as well!! Join us July 14th at 7pm for a Trenton Thunder game (and fireworks)! Tickets will be given to Altar Servers and their families first, then open to the parish at a first come first served basis. Tickets are $28 and include an all you can eat buffet. Email Meghan to reserve yours today!

SAVE THE DATE! Vacation Bible School this year will be held from July 9th-13th, from 9:00 AM -12:15 PM. Please mark off these dates so you can attend VBS 2018: SHIPWRECKED, RESCUED BY JESUS!!

Junior and High School CYO RegistrationAll enrollment/permission forms are due ASAP if your son/daughter has been attending youth group this school year. If you are not sure if you have submitted the forms or payment yet, contact Meghan at youthministries@stjohnpa.org. Jr. CYO youth group will be held on Friday’s from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM All H.S. boys will meet on Wednesday’s, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 P M All H.S. girls will meet on Thursday’s from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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Youth Ministry AnnouncementsATTENTION ALL YOUTH

Youth Minister: Meghan Horn http://www.stjohpa.org/youth-ministry or 215-295-4102

PREP HAPPENINGSBarbara Ann Nuzzolo, Director of Religious Education

SEE MORE ABOUT PREP ON THE WEBSITE: http://www.stjohnpa.org/PREP or call 215-295-9239

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK

The year is winding down but the exciting work is happening each and every week thanks to the dedication and preparation of the teachers. At this time, I want to thank all parishioners who spend time reading these articles and who have told me numerous times how much they enjoy learning what occurs in the PREP program. The wonderful work that is being done in the classrooms and in the parish at large speaks for itself. And how blessed I am to share this mission with so many others. We are always in need of volunteers to add to the 40 plus that already are involved in the PREP program. Give us whatever time you can, as often as you can, and I will put your talents and time to good use. The last day for PREP will be May 6 or May 7, 2018.

UPCOMING CATHOLIC SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES

SAINT ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOLAND PRESCHOOL

We are having an Open House on Thursday May 3, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. This is an ideal time to visit Saint Andrew Catholic School and Preschool. Guided tours will take guests throughout the school building presenting all the extraordinary programs available to students. Pre-school children must be either 3 or 4 years old by September 1st. For the 2018-2019 school year we are adding 2 new full day programs to our 3year old class. We will now offer a 3 Full Day or a 5 Full day program. Kindergarten children must be 5 years old by September 1st.

April Food DriveThe monthly food collection for those needing help in our Lower Bucks community will be taken up this weekend, April 14th and 15th, at all Masses. We rely on your consistent generosity to help others whose numbers never seem to go down whether the economy is going up or going down. The volunteers at Mary's Cupboard also deeply appreciate your ardent support. God Bless!

Saint John the Evangelist will support mothers and babies through the Baby Bottles for Life Fundraiser for the Legacy of Life Foundation. On April 28th and 29th everyone will have the opportunity to take a bottle to fill with spare change and help change a life! Please bring your filled bottle back to church by the weekend of May 5th and 6th and place it in the bassinets in the vestibule. Your generosity is appreciate!

• Legacy of Life Foundation funds two crisis pregnancy cen-ters in Bucks County and Philadelphia that serve over 500 families in Pennsylvania and New Jersey who cannot pro-vide for simple baby supplies for their children. Many of the women who come through our doors believe they have no choice but abortion. They may feel scared, alone, and totally overwhelmed, not sure what to do, and may have no one to talk to. The centers provide free services such as pregnancy testing, counseling, ultrasounds, and advocacy, as well as material and financial support for women so that they can receive the truth about their choice and be freed from fear. Our support does not stop there! We provide support and advocacy for women for the 9 months of preg-nancy, and for at least three years after their babies are born.

• Since we opened our doors 9 years ago, over 1,600 wom-en and babies were saved from abortion at our centers. In 2016, 424 women chose life at our centers, 420 have chosen life in 2017 and 57 chose life so far in 2018! THANK YOU for your prayerful support!

• We are asking that you take a bottle home and fill it with coins, cash or checks, then bring it back when you come to church by the weekend of May 6th. Volunteers will be available to answer any questions. Checks should be made payable to Legacy of Life Foundation. Thank you for your support!

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SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE(socialconcerns@stjohnpa.org)

*You Belong: How to Foster Active Participation in Worship: - April 28, 2018. For more information please refer to our church bulletin board or contact kathyross19@gmail.org

*Mothers of Children with Disabilities Retreat- Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Information from the United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) The Guidelines for the Celebration of the Sacraments for Per-sons with Disabilities con-tinues:Marriage- “It is also necessary that the parties understand that marriage is a permanent union and is ordered to the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of children. Pastors and other clergy ae to decide cases on an individual basis and in light of pastoral judgment based upon consultation with diocesan personnel involved with disability issues, and canonical, medical and other experts. In the case of doubt, mar-riage may not be impeded.”All are Welcome!

“Were not our hearts burning, within us, while He spoke to us on the way and opened the Scriptures to us?” Luke 24:32

FUTURE EVENTS:Feed My Flock: April 15, 2018, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, St. Francis RoomSewing/Knitting/Crocheting Meeting, April 15, 2018, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, SchoolSocial Concerns Meeting: April 18, 2018, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, SchoolShared Meal: April 27, 2018, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the School Cafeteria

DONATIONS:Backpack Center – Spaghetti O’s/canned ravioli, etc.Soldiers’ Ministry - used cell phones or chargers

Thank you to everyone who supported our St. Patrick’s Day and Easter sales. They were a huge success! Supplies for Feed My Flock, our Shared Meal, and our Sewing, Knitting, Crocheting group were purchased. These fund and funds given to our committee by the Knights were also used to purchase Easter hams for the families served by the Interfaith Food Alliance Backpack Center. Many were blessed by your generosity!

**Special Event** The Interfaith Food Alliance is doing a special screening of the movie A Place at the Table - a critically acclaimed documentary on food insecurity and ways to combat it in our community. Following the viewing there will be a community meal and some discussion. Date: April 22nd at 2:00 PMLocation: Morrisville United Methodist Church, 501 W. Maple AvenueNo cost but please bring a cleaning product or personal hygiene item for the pantry.Special events for children will be available and all are welcome!

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. “ Hebrews 13:16

PASTORAL CARE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

ARE YOU CALLED TO BE A DEACON?

ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIAWEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

Are you celebrating a special anniversary this year? The annual Archdiocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul at the 5:15 PM Vigil Mass with Archbish-op Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M., Cap. Presiding. This Mass is to pray for and with all married couples who are newlyweds, or who have been married 25 years or more, or 50 years or more. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED To register visit: www.phillycatholiclife.org or call: 215-587-0500.

We invite Catholic men (and their wives if married) with a deep spiritual life who are between the ages of 29 and 55, and would like to discern a call to serve Jesus Christ and His Church within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as permanent deacons to take the next step and contact us for more information and to register for the upcoming Perma-nent Diaconate Information Night.

2018 Permanent Diaconate Information NightThursday, April 19, 2018

7:00 PM - 9:00 PMSaint Charles Borromeo Seminary - Vianney Auditorium

100 East Wynnewood RoadWynnewood, PA 19096

Registration for this event is required. Please email the following information to Laura Nimmons at lnimmons@archphila.org

Name Address Age Parish Email Marital Status If married, wife’s name

Just a reminder that we offer free English language conversation classes here at St John’s on Thursday mornings from 10:00-11:30 a.m. on the second floor of the school building. Child care is also provided. The spring session begins on April 12 and ends on May 24. Feel free to share this information with anyone that you know who might be interested in this.

Catholic Relief Services in Action

CATHOLIC CHARITES NIGHT WITH THE PHILLIES

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MONDAY, JUNE 25, 20187:05 PM. AT CITIZENS BANK PARK

Plan a night out with family and friends and head down to Citizens Bank Park for Catholic Charities Night with the Phillies! Enjoy America’s favorite past time while benefit-ing the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA), the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s largest annual fundraising initiative. A portion of all tickets sold will directly support the Catholic Charities Appeal! To purchase tickets, visit: www.phil-lies.com/catholiccharitiesnight.