Parish Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9:00AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil 5:30PM
Sunday
7:30, 9:30 & 11:30AM
Monday through Friday Please see Parish Calendar
on last page.
Reconciliation Saturday 4:00 – 5:00PM
Deacons Rev. Mr. Jim Walter
Rev. Mr. Paul Antor
Rev. Mr. Harve Becker
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission, as rooted in our baptismal call,
is to live and share the message of the Gospel
of Jesus Christ in the fullness of
our Catholic Church.
Msgr. Chet Moczydlowski Pastor
Fr. Robert Spencer Administrator Pro-Tem
28 Sumter Avenue
Summerville, SC 29483
Phone: (843) 873-0631 Fax: (843) 873-1431
www.sjbsummerville.org
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
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Summerville Catholic School 226 Black Oak Blvd.,
Summerville, SC 29485
843-873-9310
www.summervillecatholic.org
PARISH INFORMATION
Church Phone: (843) 873-0631 Fax: (843) 873-1431
WEBSITE: www.sjbsummerville.org
** AFTER HOURS **
Please call the office number for staff referrals.
General Information
PARISH STAFF EXT
Rev. Msgr. Chet Moczydlowski, Pastor 10 [email protected]
Fr. Robert Spencer, Administrator 10 [email protected]
Rev. Mr. Jim Walter, Deacon 10 [email protected]
Rev. Mr. Paul Antor, Deacon 10 [email protected] Rev. Mr. Harve Becker, Deacon 10 [email protected]
Sr. Carol Gnau, SSND, Pastoral Associate 17 [email protected]
Ms. Anne Bonavente, Youth Minister 21 [email protected]
Mrs. Jan Antor, Faith Formation 20 [email protected]
Dr. David Friddle, Music Ministry 10 [email protected]
Ms. Rhoda Hiott, Secretary 10 [email protected]
Mrs. Dianna Mahoney, Administration 11 [email protected]
Mrs. Stephanie Sharib, Admin Asst. 10 [email protected]
Mrs. Valerie Ackerman, Bookkeeper 10 [email protected]
Mr. Chad Pressley, Facilities Manager 23 [email protected]
PARISH MEMBERSHIP Active members of our parish are identified by their
generosity of time, talent and treasure. Stewardship is determined by:
1) Being properly registered and active for at least three months;
2) Faithful participation at Sunday liturgies; 3) Regular and identifiable support of the parish;
These criteria are used to verify parishioner status for: sponsorship; participation in sacramental, educational, pastoral and social ministries, activities and enrich-ment programs; and use of facilities and services.
Catholic School families seeking discounted parishioner tuition rate, please visit the Catholic Schools page of our website for detailed requirements.
http://sjbsummerville.org/catholic-schools
Daily Scripture Readings ~ are available on our web site, on the parish information page,
www.sjbsummerville.org at Franciscanmedia.org, and also at usccb.org.
PARISH SERVICES SVdP ~ The direct Helpline Number for St. Vincent de Paul Society is 843-224-4592.
Baptism ~ The next parental prep session will be held at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, March 8th, in the Church Commons. After attending this session, Baptisms may be scheduled during a daily or weekend Mass (outside of Advent & Lent), as well as at 11 am or 7 pm on Sat-urday, or 1pm on Sunday. Please register for the ses-sion by contacting the parish office. Godparents and grandparents are also welcome.
Marriage ~ Engaged couples should contact Deacon Jim Walter at [email protected] to set an appointment to begin the process of preparation at least six months prior to the date of marriage.
Miraculous Medal Novena ~ Mondays at 9:45am.
Rosary ~ in the Chapel at 9:45 on Friday.
Anointing of the Sick and Pastoral Visitation ~ To arrange for a priest, deacon or lay minister to visit a loved one who is sick, homebound, or hospitalized, please contact the parish office. Because of HIPAA policies, a hospital cannot notify the church, so a family member must take the initiative. Anointing is also offered following Mass. An immediate response is not always possible, so don’t wait until a crisis occurs!
Cancer Support Group ~ Meets first Friday of each month at 9:30 am. Sessions are open to all. Contact Sister Carol.
RCIA Inquiry ~ Next session will meet on Tuesday, March 14th, at 7:00pm in the Church Commons. Any-one who has questions about the Catholic Church is welcome to attend. Contact Sr. Carol.
Children's Liturgy of the Word ~ celebrated during the 9:30 & 11:30 Mass each Sunday for youngsters in Kindergarten through Grade 4.
Nursery ~ A Nursery is offered for children 1-3 years old in Madden Hall during the 9:30 & 11:30 Masses.
Early Childhood Faith Formation ~ for children 3-5 years of age in Madden Hall during the 9:30 Mass.
Meals on Wheels ~ Delivers between 11:15am—12:30pm. Call Leslie at 843-873-8224 to volunteer.
Centering Prayer Group ~ Meets first Saturday of each month 10am –Noon, in Madden Hall. Please contact Ken at 843-486-2617, [email protected] or Helen at 843-871-2684, [email protected] for information.
Lucis Via ~ Young Adults Ages 18-30 at LucisVia.com or [email protected].
Tri-County Catholic Fellowship ~ Age 50+ contact [email protected]
Our Advertisers ~ Please patronize the businesses who support our parish by advertising on the bulletin cover. Mention that you saw their ad at SJB.
Knights of Columbus Council #6629 ~ kofc6629.org
2017 Bishop’s Annual Appeal Pledge Weekend
Farewell Reception
February 25th at 6:30pm
Please join us in Madden
Hall as we say goodbye to
Fr. Robert Spencer.
Fr. Spencer will be assuming
the role of Pastor at Christ
Our King Parish in Mount
Pleasant.
All are welcome!
* In lieu of gifts, Fr. Spencer has asked that do-nations be made to St. John the Beloved, Sum-merville Catholic School or your favorite charity
Welcome, Fr. Jacob Joseph Please join us in welcoming, Fr. Jacob Joseph, CMI. Born in South India (Kerala) as the 6th child of the seven children, he joined the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate order and was or-dained a priest on May 11, 1983. After his ordination he worked as a college Botany teacher until May 2000. During seventeen years as a priest in India, Fr. Jacob assumed many responsibilities such as parish work, pastoral ministries, retreat preaching, seminary rector and even in construc-tion of buildings. In 2000, when the education sys-tem was rearranged, he lost his teaching position. This allowed Fr. Jacob to come to the USA for pas-toral ministry. Upon arrival to the USA, he spent seven years in the New York archdiocese. In June, 2007 he came to the Diocese of Charleston. He comes to us from Our Lady of Peace in North Au-gusta, SC and will assume the position of Parochial Vicar for St. John the Beloved on February 27th.
Lenten Programs at Mepkin Abbey
Lenten Mini Retreat The Search for the Cosmic Christ
March 8, 2017, 10:00am to 2:00 pm Mary Miller, D. Min., will lead an exploration and discussion on what is being said today by theologi-ans, scripture scholars and spiritual writers about the cosmic Christ. Please bring your lunch. Coffee, tea and bottled water will be provided. Cost at the door is $10 per person.
Lecture – Blessings: The Heart of Legacy Letters February 23, 2017, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Presenter: Carla Vogel, Professional storyteller, writer and educator. She is a certified Legacy Letter Facilitator. A Legacy Letter is a preservable docu-ment, which communicates values, wisdom, history, and stories from one generation to another. Trans-forming instructions into blessings is a powerful act, which will be explored in this lecture. Cost at the door is $10 per person.
For information, please call 843-761-8509 option 1, or visit www.Mepkinabbey.org.
Lifetouch Photos - Parish Directory Now through February 23, 2017
Response has been great for the directory photo ses-sions. With over 200 fami-lies registered, we have opened up additional days.
There is no cost to our church, and each partici-pating family will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait and directory and have the opportunity to purchase additional portraits to share with family & friends. Photo sessions are still available, so please visit our website www.sjbsummerville.org to schedule your pho-tography appointment online or call the office at 843-873-0631 and we will be happy to assist.
We look forward to seeing you!
Volunteers are still needed to help host the photo sessions, if you are available please contact Dian-na Mahoney to volunteer at:
[email protected] or 843-873-0631
Lenten Bible Study “The Seven Last Words of Christ”
Thursdays beginning February 23rd 10:00am or 7:00pm
During this, our season of repentance and prepara-tion are you seeking a way to more fully understand what Lent is all about? Even his apostles could not really grasp the gravity
of the last days of Christ’s life and His necessity of fulfilling the prophesies of the Old Testament. Do not stand off from the place of crucifixion, come down to the cross, put yourself in the scene! Stay with His mother and His beloved apostle and lis-ten...listen, be enlightened by His final utterances and understand. Join us for a bible study of “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Rich Cleveland. Over 7 sessions we will hear Him, in the fog of pain and death reveal to us the unfathomable depths of His love and faithfulness on Thursdays mornings, facilitated by Fr. Dennis Hadberg and evenings fa-cilitated by Mr. Brian Riggle. Cost for materials is $10. Please reserve your spot by emailing Brian Riggle at:
Citadel Cadet Choir Sunday, February 26 at 9:30 & 11:30 Mass
Next Sunday, the Catholic Cadet Choir from the Citadel will be singing during Mass. The group, which rehearses weekly and sings at Sunday evening Masses on campus, is raising money for its Spring tour to Charlotte, where they will sing at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Cadets will be at each door after Mass asking for your support. Checks may be written to "Catholic Campus Ministry".
Bulletin Announcements
Need an announcement in our bulletin? Please submit requests to: [email protected]
All requests must be received at least two weeks prior to requested publication date. All announcements are subject to approval and editing.
Director of Youth Ministry
We are searching for a new parish Youth Minister. Candidates need to be a prac-ticing Catholic, have a background in Youth Ministry, along with knowledge of Church teachings and experience work-ing with youth. For more information or to submit a resume for consideration, please contact Dianna Mahoney at the parish office or by email at:
Movie Night Sunday, Feb 19th at 6:00pm
(on the lawn - weather permitting) All middle and high school students are invited! FREE Pop-corn and hot chocolate or bring your own food. Please RSVP to :
[email protected] Bring your friends, all are welcome!
Safe Environment Update The Diocese of Charleston has re-cently updated their requirements for Safe Environment Certification. VIRTUS is no longer being accepted in our diocese. If you are or will be involved in any parish ministry that previously required VIRTUS training
you will now be required to complete Safe Haven training to continue participating in your chosen ministry. Safe Haven training can be com-pleted online by visiting:
http://charleston.CMGconnect.org If you have any questions, please contact Jan Antor at 636-248-6460 or [email protected].
BJ’s Membership Fundraiser by SJB Youth Ministry
Limited Time Offer ONLY!! Sun, February 26— Sun, March 11
Opening June 2017 in Summerville. Two Great Membership Offers!
BJ’s Inner Circle Membership - Just $45 for 14 months and Bj’s will donate $5 to SJB youth. Get two bonus months, a $10 Bj’s Gift Card, and save 10₵/gal. at BJ’s Gas for six months after opening.
Bj’s Perks Rewards Membership - Just for $90 for 14 months and Bj’s will donate $10 to SJB youth. Earn 2% back on most BJ’s purchases, get two bonus months, a $20 Bj’s Gift Card, and save 10₵/gal. at BJ’s Gas for six months after opening.
Sign up now and support high school students attend-ing Steubenville Atlanta Summer Youth Conference! For a Bj’s membership application or for more infor-mation, please contact Anne Bonavente at :
[email protected] or call (843) 873-0631
Diocese of Charleston Concealed Carry Policy
for Parishes and Schools In a statement issued by the Diocese of Charleston, Bishop Guglielmone has re-affirmed the 2005 policy instituted by Bishop Baker concerning weapons, concealed or otherwise, on Diocesan property.
Details of the policy are listed below. Should you have any questions, please contact Deacon Harve Becker at:
Effective Date: 09/01/2005 - WEAPONS The possession of firearms or other dangerous weapons on or in Diocesan property, except by au-thorized security officials, is expressly forbidden. Concealed weapons are not permitted at any time on any Diocesan property. Diocesan property in-cludes but is not limited to buildings, parking are-as, churches, schools, playgrounds, offices, gymna-siums, and sporting events.
* Indicates a requirement for Safe Haven and/or Background Screening
Administration
Collection Counters*
Office Assistance
School Advisory Council
Community Building
Cursillo Couple to Couple Family Counseling Hospitality Teams Liturgical
Receptions Men’s Prayer
Group MOPs New Members
Welcome Parish Events
Team Senior Exercise
Group Senior Luncheon Women’s Club Young Adult
Group
Prayer & Worship
Altar Guild Centering
Prayer Liturgical
Arts Miraculous
Medal Novena
Music Ministries
Adult Choir Cantor/Song
Leader Children’s Choir Hand Bell Choir Instrumentalists Resurrection
Choir
Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation
Children’s Liturgy*
Nursery* RCIA/RCIC Student Faith
Formation* Safety/VIRTUS* Vacation Bible
School* Youth Ministry*
Discipleship
Bereavement Catholic
Scouting Ecumenism Facilities
Management Habitat for
Humanity Health Ministry
& Parish Nurses Kairos Knights of
Columbus Meals on
Wheels Ministry of Care Outreach for the
Hungry Prison Ministry Respect Life St. Vincent de
Paul
Liturgical Ministries
Eucharistic Ministers*
Gift Bearers Greeters Lectors Servers
(for adults*) Ushers
Scripture Reflection
T he Book of Leviticus from which our First
Reading comes is the third book in the Old Testament. Its name in part comes from the Levites, who were the tribe to which Aaron belonged. Historically Aaron is considered to be the one from whom priests are descended. However, the Bible offers instructions to all of us, not just to priests. In today’s reading from Leviticus, God says to Moses that he should teach the people this: “Be holy, for I, the LORD, your God, am holy.”
There is no way, of course, that we can be as holy as God is. God is divine, not human, and thus His Holi-ness is above and way beyond our capabilities. What God is saying to us though is that we do need to strive for holiness. We often speak of our call to holiness and how we can try to achieve that. One way is to embrace stewardship and all it entails as a way of life.
Will that make us holy like the Lord? No, but it does mean that we need to comprehend that it is God and God’s wisdom we must embrace and follow. Holiness for us means we need to attempt to separate ourselves from those things and thoughts and ideas which can be viewed as not holy in the Eyes of God. Yes, it is impossi-ble for us, but yet that is what we must try to do.
Ministry of Care - Hospital Ministry
If you are interested in helping in this rewarding ministry, please contact Deacon Harve at: (843) 200-2646 or [email protected].
2/19 James Hughes 2/26 Rob McAnnar 3/5 Grace Curran 3/12 Carol Hagan
3/19 Bill Stasiek 3/26 Harve Becker 4/2 Betty Stein 4/9 Deborah Gordon
Outreach Ministry Sunday, February 19th: Cook team 3: Paula Toft’s team, making Veggie Beef Soup. Meet in Madden Hall kitchen at 7:30am.
Monday, February 20th: Serving team 3: Carol Morris-sey’s team. Meet in Madden Hall at 10:00AM. Making bolo-gna sandwiches and heating soup.
If you are interested in helping in this rewarding minis-try, please contact MaryAnn Schoch at: 843-469-6519 or [email protected].
Love Your Enemies
Parish Calendar
MASS INTENTIONS, FEBRUARY 18 - 26TH Presiders: Msgr. Chet Moczydlowski, Fr. Robert Spencer, Fr. John Dux
Liturgical Ministries Schedule
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
This week’s special collection will benefit Bishop’s Annual Appeal
Next week’s special appeal will benefit St. Vincent de Paul
Average Weekly Expenses = $24,282
Total Tithe: $ 1,891
Sincere thanks for your generous support.
Please remember St. John the Beloved in your estate planning. Each gift matters !
Basket Online Weekly Total
2/9 $ 19,204 $ 4,437 $ 23,641
Special Collection
2/9 Property Improvement $ 2,295.50
Date Liturgical Calendar Team 02/26/17 8th Sunday of Ordinary Time A
03/01/17 Ash Wednesday Sign up
03/05/17 1st Sunday of Lent B
03/12/17 2nd Sunday of Lent C
Saturday 5:30pm CM Henry Clark +
Sunday 7:30am RS Gerald Ross Johnson +
9:30am JD William Bunker +
11:30am CM Patricia Farley +
Monday 9:00am RS John A. Kelly +
Tuesday 9:00am CM Mary Kitson +
Wednesday 9:00am RS Robin Ellis +
Thursday 9:00am CM Needham-Penrose Family
Friday 9:00am RS Stan Gwozdo +
Saturday 4:00pm RS confessions
5:30pm RS James Delmonte +
Sunday 7:30am CM Helen Louise Boyle +
9:30am RS Denise Fernald +
11:30am JD Rolando Castro +
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
February 19 Ordinary VII
7:30, 9:30, 11:30
Outreach Cooking 7:30am
CLW 9:30am & 11:30am
RCIA 10:30am Youth Band Practice
1:00pm Confirmation Class
4:00pm JH/HSYM Movie
Night 6:00pm
20 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
Miraculous Medal Novena 9:45am
Handbell Choir 6:00pm
Women’s Book Club 7:00pm
21 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
ALPHA 7:00pm— MH
Men’s Fellowship 7:00pm
22 MASS
9:00am
Men’s Prayer Group 7:00am
Rosary 8:00am
Altar Guild 10:00am
Faith Formation 4:30-5:45pm &
6:15-7:30pm @ SCS
23 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
24 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
Rosary 9:45am
25 Confessions
4:00pm
Ordinary VIII 5:30pm
Fr. Spencer Farewell Reception
6:30pm
Girl Scout Troop 406 Cookie Sales
February 26 Ordinary VIII
7:30, 9:30, 11:30
Girl Scout Troop 406 Cookie Sales
CLW 9:30am & 11:30am
RCIA 10:30am
Citadel Cadet Choir
27 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
Miraculous Medal Novena 9:45am
Handbell Choir 6:00pm
ALPHA 7:00pm— MH
28 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
SVdP 7:30pm
March 1
Ash Wednesday MASS
7:30am
9:00am 12:00pm 7:00pm
Men’s Prayer Group 7:00am
Rosary 8:00am
2 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
3 MASS
9:00am
Rosary 8:00am
Rosary 9:45am
Soup and Stations 6:00pm
4 Men’s Fellowship
7:30am
Confessions 4:00pm
Lent I 5:30pm