St. John the Evangelist
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All youth 14—17-years-old who would like to volunteer must participate in “Worthy of the Call.” This is the child protection program for youth required by the Archdiocese of Baltimore, and is required for all teens planning to volunteer at St. John the Evangelist.
Faith Driven Entrepreneur exists to help shape the entrepreneurs who are shaping our culture to know God and look more like Him. If this sounds of interest, join our growing group right here at St. John as we seek answers together following the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Study. Next session begins Sept. 12.
Explore the meaning of life, the love, forgiveness and good things of God, and the basics of the Christian faith around a delicious dinner, an inspiring talk, and an engaging conversation with friends. Discovering Christ is for everyone. Join us Thursdays, Oct. 2—Nov. 13, 6—8:30p.m. Click on image for more information and to register.
High School Confirmation registration is now OPEN! Teens 14 - 16 will be confirmed this December! Please read through the updated information including Archbishop Lori’s announcement regarding age requirements, and contact Confirmation Director, Monique Gill at confirmation@stjohnsp.org today.
We are so excited to begin this Faith Formation year with your family. Thank you for registering your child/children in our program. Classes begin Wednesday, Oct. 1, and Sunday, Oct. 5. Register today!
Join us as we walk and pray for an outpouring of God’s love and strength into our Archdiocesan priests and seminarians in the midst of the Church’s novena to St. Jean-Marie Vianney, patron of parish priests. We begin in short prayer, usually pray the Rosary as we walk and then journey at our own pace in conversation or quietly the rest of the way.
Please join us July 27 - Aug. 4 as we pray a daily novena to St. John Vianney, patron saint of priests and seminarians.
St. Vincent de Paul and the Grocery Outlet at 78 Mountain Road have teamed up for “Independence from Hunger” this July. Visit Grocery Outlet in July, spend at least $25 and purchase a specially marked $5 bag of pre-packed food staples selected by St. Vincent de Paul, and you will receive a $5 off coupon for your next visit. St. Vincent de Paul will receive the groceries for our food pantry. Shop often! The food drive is happening all July.
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 7—9p.m., we will host Christopher West for an incredible and beautiful introduction to the Theology of the Body. The evening will be a dynamic presentation, through powerful talks, music, and sacred art, on the meaning of life and love in God’s plan, the beautiful place of the human body, and how our body reveals God’s story. Please don’t miss this exciting event designed for adults, young adults, and teens in high school.
Whether you want to ask more questions about the Catholic Church or are ready to be received into the fullness of the Faith, we are here to help you explore Catholicism. The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) program starts this September and meets weekly on Mondays. Questions? Contact Fr. Jeremy or Judy Tacyn at catholic@stjohnsp.org.
Our St. John the Evangelist Church renovation is well underway! Stay informed on the latest news and updates on the renovation progress.
Upcoming Events
Have you struggled in your spiritual life when life is noisy and full of challenges? Have you experienced spiritual comfort only to later question if the presence of God was real in that comfort? Have you ever wondered how to really know the path toward God?
American Heritage girls is a faith-based character development program for girls ages 5 to 18 years of age, dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn more about AHG on July 31 or Aug. 7 from 7—8p.m. in the Parish Office Great Room.
Couples married this month are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
Recent high school graduates and college students are invited to dance the night away (or until 9:30p.m.) with other young adults from St. John the Evangelist and Our Lady of the Fields friends.
Join us as we walk and pray for an outpouring of God’s love and strength into our Archdiocesan priests and seminarians in the midst of the Church’s novena to St. Jean-Marie Vianney, patron of parish priests.
American Heritage girls is a faith-based character development program for girls ages 5 to 18 years of age, dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn more about AHG on July 31 or Aug. 7 from 7—8p.m. in the Parish Office Great Room.
St. John adopted two flower boxes on the Severna Park portion of the B&A Trail. It is time for a spring cleanup and many hands make for light work.
Come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses. Monthly Children’s Masses with special children’s homilies during the 9a.m. & 11a.m. Masses.
Vigil Mass, Aug. 14 at 7p.m.;
Holy Day Mass, Aug. 15, Masses at 8:30a.m. and 7p.m.
Holy Day - Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin
Masses at 8:30a.m. and 7p.m.
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society is raffling off a bushel of crabs just in time for your end-of-summer Labor Day holiday weekend feast! Tickets may be purchased after all Masses the weekend of Aug. 16 & 17.
Join us for our very first Adoration, Praise & Worship night in the newly renovated church. Come, get close to the Lord! Join us for this very special night praising God for all of the blessings he bestows on St. John the Evangelist.
Join us the weekend of Aug. 23 and 24 as we return to the newly renovated church for Sunday Masses.
Saturday, Aug. 23 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24 at 7:30, 9 and 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
Students of all ages are invited to join us for the Annual Blessing of the Backpacks after any of the Sunday Masses on Saturday evening, Aug. 23 or any of the Sunday, Aug. 24 Masses.
Friday, Aug, 29, 6—8p.m. at the St. John Fire Pit: Calling all middle school youth and high school teens! Join us for an evening of fun and games, pizza and snacks.
Join us August 29, 6—8p.m., for a fun family evening, open to all families with children from newborn to 5th grade! Pre-order your pizza today!
Labor Day - Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9a.m. No 6:30a.m. Daily Mass. All Parish Offices will be closed.
Couples married this month are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
Calling all manly men of the parish. Let’s get together for beer, burgers, and brotherhood! We supply the burgers; you bring the rest…potluck style. Bring a dish to share (appetizer, side, or dessert) and beverage of choice, and we will provide fresh grilled burgers on our new patio. Come join other men of the parish for an evening of fellowship, and invite a buddy, son, father, grandfather or uncle!
RSVP required by Sept. 3 to ensure we have a delicious burger ready for you.

Are you over the age of 18 and received sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Reconciliation, however not yet Confirmed? Small group sessions begin in September with Confirmation in October.