HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
FOR ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

PALM SUNDAY – March 29

Palms will be blessed and distributed at all the regularly scheduled Sunday Masses

11a.m. Mass — Our Annual Palm Sunday Procession will begin outside the PAC as we hear the Gospel account of Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem, then, with palm in hand, move in procession with our choir, incense, and servers as we sing and move into the church, where we take part in the reading of the Passion from the Gospel of St. Matthew.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION - April 1

7-7:30a.m. — Confessions
6-7:30p.m. — Confessions in the Church with Eucharistic Adoration in the Oratory

HOLY THURSDAY - April 2

8:30a.m.* — Morning Prayer

7p.m.* — Mass of the Lord’s Supper, the Washing of Feet, Holy Communion, and procession with Jesus to the auditorium, keeping watch with Jesus in the Eucharist until Midnight

GOOD FRIDAY - April 3

8:30a.m.* — Morning Prayer

10:30a.m. — Children’s Living Stations of the Cross

12p.m. — Stations of the Cross

3p.m.* — Service of the Lord’s Passion, including Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion

7p.m. — Stations of the Cross

(Please note: There are no confessions or 6:30a.m. Mass on Good Friday)

HOLY SATURDAY – April 4

8:30a.m.* — Morning Prayer

10a.m. — Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

1:30p.m. — Blessing of Easter Foods in the Church

(Please note: There are no confessions or 5:15p.m. Mass on Holy Saturday)

8 p.m.* THE SOLEMN EASTER VIGIL MASS - April 4

This Mass includes the Easter Fire, the full set of nine Scripture readings that tell the story of salvation, the celebration of Baptisms and Confirmations for those becoming Catholic, and the Eucharist.

EASTER SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE – April 5

6:30a.m., 8:30a.m.*, 10:30a.m., & 12:30p.m. in the Church

9a.m. & 11a.m. at Severna Park High School Auditorium

(Please note: There is no 5:15p.m. Evening Mass on Easter Sunday.)

*denotes the event will be livestreamed to our website

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Easter Mass Schedule
Easter Mass Schedule

6:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church
9a.m. Easter Mass at Severna Park High School
8:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church*
11a.m. Easter Mass at Severna Park High School
10:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church
12:30p.m. Easter Mass in the Church
*Event will be livestreamed

2026 Advent Market Celebration
2026 Advent Market Celebration

We are currently accepting applications for handmade crafters and artists vendors to join our annual Advent Market to be held on Nov. 21. We only accepting applications for outside vendor spaces.

Marriage Enrichment Series - The Wine of Patience
Marriage Enrichment Series - The Wine of Patience

Couples of Saint John’s, do you feel like you need supernatural grace to overcome an obstacle or struggle in your marriage or family? At times have you lost patience with your spouse? Are there things in your relationship that have caused frustration, anger and stress? Do you wish you could be more at peace?

Save the Date: VBS Rainforest Falls – Exploring the Nature of God, June 22—26
Save the Date: VBS Rainforest Falls – Exploring the Nature of God, June 22—26

We are happy to announce Vacation Bible School for 2026. Remember to mark your calendar and keep an eye out for the registration. We are looking for adult and youth volunteers. If you would like to help to make this an amazing experience for kids, please contact Ruth Gorski at rgorski@stjohnsp.org for more information.

Teaching Mass Series with Fr. Leo Patalinghug
Teaching Mass Series with Fr. Leo Patalinghug

Do you understand the Mass? Why do we say what we say, or why we kneel or stand when we do? Do you know where the prayers came from, where they were first said and how they became part of the Mass? Fr. Leo Patalinghug shares this four-part Teaching Mass series with us. Watch it with your family and allow the Mass to come alive in your heart!

St. John the Evangelist Gala
St. John the Evangelist Gala

Join us at the St. John the Evangelist Gala for an evening of Southern Charm and Refined Flavors on May 2 in the Parish Activities Center. Enjoy BBQ favorites, a curated bourbon tasting, and good company as we come together to support our St. John the Evangelist parish and school. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets.

40 Days for Life 2026
40 Days for Life 2026

Join us for peaceful prayer vigils at Planned Parenthood on Saturdays and Tuesdays. Please consider praying for an hour during the campaign.

Adult Group Confirmation
Adult Group Confirmation

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 April with Confirmation in May.

Lent 2026
Lent 2026

St. John the Evangelist 2026 Lenten booklet and schedule.

Prayers From the Heart of the Church - A Lenten Devotional
Prayers From the Heart of the Church - A Lenten Devotional

Every Mass begins with an opening prayer called the collect. It is called the collect because the priest is “collecting” the hearts and prayers of the whole congregation into prayer at that moment, with the invitation, “Let us pray.” The collect sets the tone for the entire Mass and gives us a focus for our prayer. These prayers, drawn from the heart of the Church in the Mass, will become the heart of our Lenten devotional this year. Click here to view the daily Lenten devotionals.

Easter Flower Memorial Offerings
Easter Flower Memorial Offerings

Remember your loved one(s) with a gift to our Easter Flower Memorials fund. Your offering will help to beautify our church on Easter Sunday and into the jubilant season of Easter, celebrating the resurrection of our Lord.

Catholic Resources to Help Grow in Knowledge and Love of Christ
Catholic Resources to Help Grow in Knowledge and Love of Christ

We are excited to share that St. John the Evangelist is a partner in an exciting 24/7 online web-based digital formation outlet called FORMED. Get your free code TODAY!

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Palm Sunday
Mar 28
Palm Sunday

Normal Mass times for Palm Sunday
Saturday, March 28, 5:15p.m.
Sunday, March 29, 7:30a.m., 9a.m., 11a.m., 5:15p.m.

Special Lenten Adoration + Reconciliation
Apr 1
Special Lenten Adoration + Reconciliation

Every Wednesday during Lent from 6 - 7:30p.m. come receive the healing mercy of Jesus in the Church and then adore Him in Oratory.

Holy Thursday Morning Prayer
Apr 2
Holy Thursday Morning Prayer

Holy Thursday Morning Prayer (Daily Mass is not celebrated on Holy Thursday.)

Holy Thursday Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper
Apr 2
Holy Thursday Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper

Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper and Eucharistic Procession in the Church.

All Parish & School Offices Closed on Good Friday
Apr 3
All Parish & School Offices Closed on Good Friday

All parish and school offices will be closed on Good Friday, April 3.

Good Friday Morning Prayer
Apr 3
Good Friday Morning Prayer

Good Friday Morning Prayer. Daily Mass is not celebrated on Good Friday.

Living Stations of the Cross
Apr 3
Living Stations of the Cross

Join us Good Friday for Living Stations. If you would like to participate, please contact Jeannette Middleton-Sudano at jeanette.middleton@comcast.net.

Service of the Lord's Passion
Apr 3
Service of the Lord's Passion

Service of the Lord’s Passion and Veneration of the Cross, 3p.m. in the Church.

April Anniversary Blessing Postponed to May 2
Apr 4
April Anniversary Blessing Postponed to May 2

The monthly Anniversary Blessing for April falls on Holy Saturday and will be postponed to May 2. Couples celebrating an anniversary in either April or May 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.

Holy Saturday Morning Prayer
Apr 4
Holy Saturday Morning Prayer

Holy Saturday Morning Prayer. Daily Mass is not celebrated

Children's Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 4
Children's Easter Egg Hunt

Bring your basket, invite your friends & neighbors. Open to children 10 and under. Special appearance by the Easter Bunny!

Blessing of Easter Food
Apr 4
Blessing of Easter Food

The blessing of Easter food baskets is an Eastern European tradition dating back to at least the 15th century. Food blessed on Holy Saturday is shared with family on Easter Sunday.

Easter Vigil Mass
Apr 4
Easter Vigil Mass

Join us for the most sacred Mass of the church calendar, the Great Easter Vigil.

Easter Sunday Masses
Apr 5
Easter Sunday Masses

6:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church
9a.m. Easter Mass at Severna Park High School
8:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church*
11a.m. Easter Mass at Severna Park High School
10:30a.m. Easter Mass in the Church
12:30p.m. Easter Mass in the Church
*Event will be livestreamed

All Parish & School Offices Closed on Easter Monday
Apr 6
All Parish & School Offices Closed on Easter Monday

All parish and school offices will be closed on Easter Monday, April 6.

Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday
Apr 12
Fellowship & Children's Homily Sunday

Palm Sunday Update - there won’t be Children’s Masses on Palm Sunday, but there will be plenty of donuts following the Sunday morning Masses. Join us!

Divine Mercy Sunday
Apr 12
Divine Mercy Sunday

Join the Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy on Divine Mercy Sunday a recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet, Adoration & Exposition of our Lord in the Monstrance, and the induction of new Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy.

Easter Evening of Worship
Apr 17
Easter Evening of Worship

Come rejoice before the Risen Lord in Eucharistic Adoration!

Flower Box Clean Up!
Apr 18
Flower Box Clean Up!

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.

Strengthening Your Love Marriage Renewal Workshop
Apr 18
Strengthening Your Love Marriage Renewal Workshop

Join us for a beautiful Christ-centered weekend designed to offer practical tools that can help enhance effective communication and emotional closeness in your marriage. Deepen connection with your spouse and make your marriage flourish, not just survive!

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