St. John the Evangelist Church 309 Lotz Avenue, Altoona, PA 814-942-5503

www. stjohnsaltoona.org Office hours: Monday - Friday 9:00-3:00

PASTORAL STAFF

Monsignor Michael Becker - mbecker253@aol.com Deacon Gene Neral - gene@lifeinfocus.net

Mr. Chris Ringkamp ‐ Parish Council President chris@icfdaj.org Ms. Jena Bowman - Business Manager stjohnchurch@atlanticbb.net

Mrs. Deborah Johnson - Director of Music/Pastoral Associate dj219@msn.com Mr. & Mrs. Bill & Norma Foose - Stephen Ministry norma.foose@yahoo.com Mrs. Megan Swope - Director of Faith Formation mswope726@gmail.com

Mr. Mark Krepich - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults mark.krepich@gmail.com Mr. Ken Dunmire - Maintenance

LECTORS Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Jack Donoughe , Maria Spayd Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - Daniel Turcovsky, Diane Turcovsky Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM - Richard Karcher, Gary Johnson EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Barb Aubrey Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - Fran Semelsberger Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM - Lou Ann Clark, Barbara Bundy, Daniel Langenbacher ALTAR SERVERS Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Ryan Donoughe , Brody Partner-Gore Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - Ethan & Emily Miller Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM -Estella & Evie Koch

MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Dorothy Yingling, Judy Sneath, Betsy Lloyd, Billy Sweet Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - John Becker, Jane Becker, Mike O’Neill, Ray Kennedy Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM -Walt Bloom, Dolores Capriotti, Marilyn Bevan, Wendy Campbell SACRISTAN Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Jane Byrne Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - Joyce Cunningham Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM - Marilyn Bevan

SCRIP Sat. Feb. 15 - 4:00 PM - Christopher Palazzi Sun. Feb. 16 - 8:00 AM - Heather & Amber Yasolsky Sun. Feb. 16 - 11:00 AM - Peg Madden, Marge Rudolph

NEXT WEEKEND’S APPOINTMENTS

Feb. 8/9 - Arise Sign Up Weekend Feb. 9 - Second Sunday Food Collection Feb. 10 - Parish Council Meeting Feb. 17 - Parish Office Closed Feb. 26 - Ash Wednesday Masses: 8:30 AM & 6:00 PM

Feb. 26 - Lenten Soup Supper Feb. 28 - 7:00 PM - Stations of the Cross Mar. 8. - Second Sunday Food Collection March 14 - Love Feast Mar. 15 - Lenten Penance Service March 28/29 - The Living Stations

UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS

A Few Words from the Pastor:A Few Words from the Pastor:

ADULT ED – This Sunday we continue our sessions “How to know and love and pray the Bible.” Our topic will be the Passion according to St. Matthew. You need only bring your bible and an open heart. Beginning Sun-day, February 23 we will be doing a series entitled “The Eucharist in Scripture”.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL PARENTS - it will not be long before our children will be registering for next year’s Catho-lic education. Typically, each child is to have a memorandum of understanding signed by parents and pastor. This year I would like to meet with each family to discuss how Catholic education is strengthening their family life. Thus, parents are asked to make an appointment with me to review the Memorandum for their child/ren as they prepare for another year of Catholic Education.

SAINT SCHOLASTICA (c. 480 – 543 A.D.) is a revered saint of both the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. She is also honored in the Episcopal Church's calendar of saints. She was born in Italy. According to a ninth century tradition, she was the twin sister of Saint Benedict. Her feast day is this Monday, February 10. I always remember this day because my 4th grade teacher at St. Patrick’s was Sister Scholastica, well known for her “board of education.” Those of us who got out of line would quickly learn that there was a painful cost to misbehaving!!

OUR CATHOLIC KOBE BRYANT – It has been reported that hours before the deadly accident, Kobe went to pray at Our Lady Queen of Angels Church in Newport Beach, California. Father Steve Sallot, the pastor there, saw Kobe right before the start of 7 a.m. Mass on Jan. 26. “We shook hands, and I saw that he had blessed himself because there was a little Holy Water on his forehead,” he said. “So I knew that he gone into the chapel to pray, and he came out, blessed himself, and we spoke for a minute, shook hands, and off he went.“ Normally I don’t really chat with him, because he would come in and leave quietly,” Fr. Sallot explained, “and I respected that space for him.” We remember Kobe and his daughter and the others who died in that tragic accident!

A PASTOR WITH A LIMP – I’ve very much appreciated the words of encouragement that I have gotten as folks notice me walking with a limp. My right hip needs replaced, and I will be meeting with the doctor this week to set a date in the not too distant future. Thanks for your prayers.

MASS SCHEDULE MONDAY • TUESDAY • THURSDAY • FRIDAY- 8:30AM

WEDNESDAY - 6:00PM

SATURDAY: 4:00PM

SUNDAY: 8:00AM & 11:00AM

February Prayer Intention of Pope Francis

Listen to the Migrants’ Cries We pray that the cries of our migrant

brothers and sisters, victims of criminal trafficking, may be heard and considered.

The Eucharist in Scripture - Sunday morning Adult Ed during Lent This will be a six week study of the relationship between the New Covenant of the Body and Blood Christ and the books of the Covenant – the Old and New Testament in which Jesus speaks to us as the living WORD of God. We will begin on February 23rd and end up on March 29th, the week before Palm Sunday and Holy Week. We will ask for at least a $10 do-nation to cover the cost of the video and participation books. Sign-up sheets will be on the Scrip table in the Gathering space. If you have been with us in the past couple sessions, you can just check off your name. If you’re a new participant, use the sign-up sheet. Please join us for what should be a very enlightening and inspiring addition to our Lenten observance.

ST JOHN’S PRAYER LIST Please call Ginny Reeder (695-7671) or email her at ginny.reeder@gmail.com to add or remove someone from the prayer list. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE FOLLOWING and their caregivers and give thanks for those who have recovered. Lord we ask for your blessings and care for these and all people in need:

Baby Adam • Baby Aiden • Cari Ann • James Aubrey Judy Baird • Julie Beiswenger • Debbie Billeck

Robert Cole • Millie Grace Capon • Betty Dennis Michael DeStefano • Jim Duffy • Kathy Felty

Bernadine Farrell • Helen Fornwalt • Leann Frazier Molly Grenfell • Randy Horton • Brian Kopp • Lisa Sherri Maffettone • Bryson Miller • Mildred Miller

Susie Miller • Barbara Moore • Ailani Myers • Nancy Patricia Olson • Mary Oricko • Jeff Price • Karen Price

Ron Peschock • Mary Rajnish • Allison Recker Vicki Riley • Allison Ritchey • Olga Romerowicz

Cari Roth •Mike Rudolph • Fr. Robert Rustin Peggy Seiler • Anne Showalter • Tim & Dina Temofonte

Patty Teufel • Lois Werfel • William Wieland Noah Wills • Milan & Family • Kenneth Zitsch

HOME WITH THE LORD: Your prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of:

Bobby DiVentura, cousin of Carole & Dave Litzinger Nicholas Bosco, father of Joanne Sloan

Fr. Leo Lynch May they rest in the peace and joy of the Lord.

Please respect the person’s right to privacy and secure permission before placing a name on the Prayer List.

When a person recovers, please call the office and have their name removed from the list.

FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE

Feb. 9 - No Class. Feb. 16, 9:15 AM-10:45 AM - Class in session. Feb. 23 - No Class. March 1, 10:00 AM - Beginning of Lent Class for all stu-dents and parents, K-11. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Students and parents are to attend 11:00 Mass after class.

STEWARDSHIP CORNER: Who are the hungry, the op-pressed, the homeless, and the naked in your midst? How can you uncover your gifts so you can become a “light of the world” for them? As Christian stewards, we view our resources of time, talent, and treasure as gifts from God. We don’t pos-sess or own these resources, but we are entrusted with them to nurture their growth and use them wisely. Disciples and stewards allow their love of Jesus Christ to shine through their words and deeds so God may be revealed to others.

Stewardship at St. John’s

February 2, 2020

Envelopes $ 5,555.00 Loose $ 541.00 Children’s Offering $ 1.00 Ash Wednesday $ 10.00 Catholic Education $ 96.00 SubTotal $ 6,203.00 Online Giving $ 1,853.00 Total Offertory $ 8,056.00

Restore*Repair*Rejoice Payments/Donations $138,079

Pledge Payment Committed $33,538 Total Pledges/Donations $171,617

SCRIP TIP: Going to the pump can be a big expense, but with scrip fundraising you can help earn funds for St. John’s when you fill up your tank! Make those gallons of gas work for more than just your car by purchasing scrip gift cards to pay for all your fuel expenses. Scrip fundrais-ing is a no-selling program that enables us to raise money for St. John’s. You purchase gift cards from us at face value, and we order those cards from Great Lakes Scrip Center at a reduced price. Stop by the scrip table in the Gathering Space for more information.

WOMEN’S GROUP HIGH TEA AT BELL MANOR: Ladies of the parish are invited to high tea at Bell Manor on Thurs-day, February 13 at 12:30. (Meet in the St. John’s Parking Lot at noon) Sign up on the kiosk in the Gathering Space. For more information, call Ginny Reeder at 814-695-7671.

JOSH GALLAGHER LEAP YEAR CONCERTS: Bishop Guil-foyle Athletics presents Leap Year Concerts featuring “The Voice finalist and local artist Josh Gallagher” at the his-toric Mishler Theatre. Dates are Friday and Saturday Feb-ruary 28 & 29 with shows starting at 7:00. Strings Radio will open on Friday with Felix and the Hurricanes opening Saturday’s show. Tickets start at just $25, plus box office fees, and can be purchased on the Mishler Website, in person at the box office or by calling 814-944-9434. Pro-ceeds will benefit ALL BG athletic teams. Please call the BG athletic office with any questions.

LOVE FEAST: : We finally have the green light to proceed with our MARCH 14 LOVE FEAST. Please use the sign-up sheets on the kiosk to volunteer to prepare and/or serve the meal or to bake a dessert. Also, you may take a strip to buy a non-perishable item. If you have any questions, contact Joyce Cunningham (jmsc1863@gmail.com, 814-873-5678, 814-695-5346).

ARISE TOGETHER IN CHRIST: Why not be part of something that promises to have a positive effect on the renewal of the Catholic Church in our diocese? ARISE Sea-son IV is open to anyone. It is an opportu-nity to get to know others from your par-ish. You may sign up for a group this week-end or call Jane Becker at 414-9836.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASSES: Faith development of every person is a lifelong journey. These classes are for everyone who wants to grow in faith, and love God. Make plans to join us. For more information contact Marybeth at (814) 361-2000 or visit us online at www.dioceseaj.org/lay-ecclesial-ministry/. All are welcome!

CHRISTIAN PRAYER AND SPIRITUALITY St. Patrick School, Johnstown, Deacon Michael Russo Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30 PM March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21 or CCW Incarnation Center, Gallitzin, Sister Marilyn Welch, CCW Wednesdays: 6:30-8:30 PM March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22 16 Hours Ongoing Formation Credit

CHURCH HISTORY St. John Vianney, Mundy’s Corner, Deacon Thomas Buige Wednesdays: 6:30-8:30 PM March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6 or St. Rose of Lima, Altoona, Deacon Donald Gibboney Tuesdays: 5:30-7:30 PM March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5 20 Hours Ongoing Formation Credit

THE FRIAR’S NOOK GIFT SHOP: Be ahead of the game, and save some money while you’re at it! With Confirma-tion and First Communion being here before you know it, place your BLISS jewelry orders (medals, crucifixes, brace-lets, etc.) for your loved ones at The Friar’s Nook Gift Shop before March 31st, and save 20% on your sacrament order! The shop is located on the campus of St. Bernar-dine Monastery at 793 Monastery Road, Hollidaysburg, and the hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (always closed Sundays). Please call the shop with any questions or to place an order at 814-695-3802. The Friar’s Nook Gift Shop annual clearance sale is on now! Save 40% on all green dot items including flags, mats, na-tivities, home décor, boxed cards and more!

ASH WEDNESDAY FISH DINNER: Our Lady of Mount Car-mel Church, February 26, 2020 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Serving at School Cafeteria on 8th Avenue $9.00 - BAKED OR FRIED FISH. Tickets sold in advance at the Parish Of-fice, 806 11th Street. Take outs available.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: 1 Kgs 8:1-7, 9-13; Mk 6:53-56 Tuesday: 1 Kgs 8:22-23, 27-30; Mk 7:1-13 Wednesday: 1 Kgs 10:1-10; Mk 7:14-23 Thursday: 1 Kgs 11:4-13; Mk 7:24-30 Friday: 1 Kgs 11:29-32; 12:19; Mk 7:31-37

Schedule for the Week

Sunday Feb. 9 – Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time 8:00AM- Mass for Don Houseman requested by Mary Petrak 11:00AM- Mass for People of the Parish

Monday Feb. 10 – St. Scholastica, Virgin

7:30AM- Eucharistic Adoration

8:30AM- Morning Prayer & Communion Service

Tuesday Feb. 11 – Weekday 7:30AM- Eucharistic Adoration

8:10AM- Morning Prayer 8:30AM- Mass for David Petrak requested by Dr. & Mrs. David Lee

Wednesday Feb. 12 – Weekday 5:00PM- Eucharistic Adoration/Confessions 6:00PM- Mass for Clarence & Eileen Becker requested by James & Esther Becker 6:45PM- Rosary

Thursday Feb. 13 – Weekday 7:30AM- Eucharistic Adoration

8:10AM- Morning Prayer 8:30AM- Mass for Joe Robeson

Friday Feb. 14 – Sts. Cyril, Monk, & Methodius, Bishop 7:30AM- Eucharistic Adoration

8:10AM- Morning Prayer 8:30AM- Mass for Ida Prosperi requested by John Prosperi

Saturday Feb. 15 – Vigil of The Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time 3:00 PM- Confessions 4:00PM- Mass for Peggy Johnston

Sunday Feb. 16 – Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time 8:00AM- Mass for People of the Parish 11:00AM- Mass for Tim Farrell requested by Cecelia Bloom

ASH WEDNESDAY SOUP SUPPER: Please join us in the cafeteria for a delicious meal of homemade soup and fresh bread, following 6:00 Mass on February 26th. As we begin our Lenten journey we remember our less fortunate brothers and sisters for whom this simple meal would be a feast. Donations will be accepted for Saints Peter and Paul parish in Haiti. If you would like to make soup or bread, please sign up on the kiosk.

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