Author: karens

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
2102 Ave. J Hondo, Texas 78861
Parish Office: 830-741-2236 Religious Ed Office: 830-741-2284
Fr. Babychan MSFS, Pastor
Arackathara.Babychan@archsa.org
Deacon Sam Heinz
Visit us on our website: www.stjohnshondo.com

When I was a kid, a friend at my home parish told me, “If you get to Mass by the Gospel reading, it counts!” As a lifelong late-arriver, it’s something I have told myself many times, especially in my earlier years as a Catholic. If the “it counts” is justifiable on a pathetically minimal scale of liturgical legalism, then the Gospel reading today shows how insanely wrong-headed it is, and how helpful it is to re-think the Mass in its light. The famous “Road to Emmaus” story recounts, on that first Sunday of the Resurrection, the basic two-fold structure of the Mass: Word, followed by Eucharist. Jesus spends a significant period of time with two dismayed disciples, as he connects a wide swath of the Hebrew scriptures with his own suffering, death, and resurrection. They would later report that this Liturgy of the Word touched their hearts with an inexplicable fire. This Word-induced flame alone is what leads the two disciples to discover Jesus’ presence in the “breaking of the bread.” With this in mind, how can we possibly think that the Liturgy of the Word is unnecessary or incidental? The two disciples needed the Scriptures explained to them in order to experience Jesus alive in the eucharistic breaking of bread. Sure, we say, but they had the Risen Jesus. But that’s precisely the point: Jesus is risen and accompanies us in both parts of the Mass. Imagine how much our experience of Jesus in the Eucharist would deepen if we (preachers and listeners) took even more seriously that Jesus himself sets our hearts ablaze with his Word so that we know him in the Eucharist. That Word-induced fire counts, too! — Father John Muir ©LPi

Parish Office Open M-F 9am-4pm
Office Manager/Secretary Patti Graff
Bookkeeper Annabel Deibler
Maintenance Supervisor James Schoellman
Custodian Tony Ortiz
Part-time Custodian Eufrasio Castillo
Religious Ed Office open M-F 9:30am-4pm
DRE Sylvia Fernandez (Tues 10am-4pm)
Office Clerk Kris Cardenaz
RCIA Director Mary Jo Peters

April 14, 2024

Masses
Saturday 6:00 pm
Sunday (Spanish Mass) 7:45 am
Sunday 10:00 am
Tuesday - Friday 8:00 am
Wed. (Spanish Mass) 6:00 pm
Rosary is prayed 1/2 hr. before each Mass.
Confession
Saturday at 5:00 pm or by appointment
After morning Mass on Thursday
PRE-BAPTISM Classes:
3rd Sunday of the Month
2 pm Religious Education Building
Must pre-register for class
Contact Parish Office to schedule Baptism.
MARRIAGES:
Contact Pastor six months in advance.
QUINCEAÑERAS:
Student must be enrolled and attending
RE classes and meet with Pastor.
FUNERALS:
Contact Parish Office.

In our Thoughts & Prayers
Patrick Adamietz Heather Ahr
Frankie Alvarez Steven Avila Genaro Avila Brian Bader Tommie Bragdon John Bauer Chris Cole Valerie Cole
Riley Cole Aurora Crooks Thomas Cuellar Trine Cuellar Grace De Leon Tommy Delgado Kimberly Escamilla Tim Favor Leila Fuentes Sawyer Gilly Marissa Ibarra Vincent Garza Lucy Herrera Alleen Koch John Henry Martinez Tony Mendoza Christine Ortega Jerry Neal Milo Quintanilla Lorenzo Ortiz Anna Reyes Jerry Robles Lupe Sanchez Mary Rose Sanchez Juan Ybarra Gonzalo Torres A.J. Vallez Joe Ventura, Jr. Darlene Wiemers Daniel Willman
Call 741-2236 to add or remove someone from the list. Names will be kept on the list a
minimum of 3 weeks.

Pastoral Council
Genevieve Flores Katie Haby
Keith Howard Brett Hutto
Ryan Lessing Rose Mary Mares
Michele Mechler

Next Pastoral Council
Meeting Apr.18, 2024 6pm
Next Finance Council
Meeting June 20,2024 5pm

Finance Council
Diane Cheney
Rey Bernal
Robert Knight
Stephen Long
Connie Shullanberger

Mass Attendance April 6/7: 598
CONTRIBUTIONS Weekly Parish Goal: $7,000
April 6/7, 2024
Regular Offering $9,335.00
Building Fund/Maintenance 855.00
Children’s Offering 138.05
Youth Center Building Fund 1,770.77

ADORATION with the
BLESSED SACRAMENT
Each Thursday - Chapel - 8:30am
Divine Mercy Chaplet 10:00am
Followed by Benediction
On the last Thursday of the month, anointing of the sick will follow the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

Try our convenient online giving at:
https://www.givecentral.org/pew-card/941
Or, text to give using the keyword SUNDAY at: 830-218-1667

Upcoming Second Collection
April 21, 2024 - Assumption Seminary

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April 15 - 21 , 2024
MONDAY - April 15 - No Mass
Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30/Jn 6:22-29
TUESDAY - April 16 - 8am - Chapel:
Acts 7:51—8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4,6and7b and 8a, 17 and 21ab/Jn 6:30-35
† Ryan Schoellman by Family
† Jennifer Rothe by Theresa Gilliam
† Mitzie Tondre by Clay & Peggy Heyen
WEDNESDAY– April 17 - 8am - Chapel:
Acts 8:1b-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a/Jn 6:35-40
† Eva Warden by Fred & Ellen Schueling
† Estevan & Refugia Hernandez by Guadalupe
Hernandez
WEDNESDAY - April 17 - 6pm (Spanish)- Chapel:
Hch 8, 1-8/Sal 65, 1-3. 4-5. 6-7/Jn 6, 35-40
† Margarita De Leon by Susie Cruz
† Ray Tapia & Teofilo Ybarra by Family
THURSDAY - April 18 - 8am - Chapel:
Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20/Jn 6:44-51
† Allen Boehme by Gary & Madelyn Schott
† Juan & Virginia Hernandez by Guadalupe
Hernandez
FRIDAY - April 19 - 8am - Chapel:
Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2/Jn 6:52-59
† Dorothy Graff by Bill & Judy Williams
† Petra Garcia by Treviño Family
SATURDAY - April 20 - 6pm - Church:
Acts 9:31-42/Ps 116:12-13, 14-15, 16-17/Jn 6:60-69
† Ryan Schoellman by Theresa Gilliam
† Allen Boehme by Fred & Carolyn Weiblen
Living & Deceasaed Members of Altar Society
SUNDAY - April 21 - 7:45am (Spanish) - Church
Hch 4, 8-12/Sal 117, 1. 8-9. 21-23. 26.28. 29 (22)/Jn 3,1-2/Jn10,11-18
1) † Frank Alvarez by Family
2) † Jose Luis Vega by Family
3) † Manuel Vega by Family SUNDAY - April 21- 10am Church Acts 4:8-12/Ps 118: 1, 8-9,21-23, 26, 28, 29 (22)/Jn 3:1-2/Jn 10:11-18
1) St. Johns’ Parish

Send bulletin items to:
parishsecretary@stjohnevangelist.org
Deadline is noon Monday to be printed that weekend.

Sunday, April 14:
*8:45am - Faith Formation Classes
After 8:45 Mass - Breakfast sponsored by Knights of Columbus
*10am Mass - Children’s Liturgy
Monday, April 15:
*7pm - BINGO! - Parish Hall
*6pm - Adult Confirmation Class - RE Building
Tuesday, April 16:
*10am-noon - St. Vincent de Paul Assistance - RE Building
Wednesday, April 17:
*6pm - Faith Formation Classes
*2pm - Altar Society Meeting - Parish Hall Meeting Room
Thursday, April 18:
*9am - Saturday evening Choir Practice - Church
*8:30am - Adoration - Chapel
*10am - Divine Mercy Chaplet - Chapel
*6pm - Pastoral Council Meeting - RE Building
Friday, April 19
*7pm-11pm - Wine Tasting - Parish Hall
Saturday, April 20:
*5pm - Confessions - Church

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
All parishioners are invited to spend some time with our Lord
Jesus in Blessed Sacrament every Thursday after the 8:00am Mass in the Chapel.
The Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed at 10am
followed by the benediction at 10:30am.
Everyone is welcome!

Schedule of Mass Ministry

Saturday April 20, 2024 6pm
Rosary Leader: Ellen Schueling
Ministers of Hospitality: Charlie Arcos
Luis Ramos, Fred Schueling
Commentator: Rose Scholtz
Lector: Diane Mann
Sacristan: Russ Renaud
Extraordinary Ministers: Rose Mary Mares, Ellen Schueling, Russ Renaud, Theresa Gilliam
Altar Servers: Cyley Lopez, Molly Lessing,
John Lessing, Charlotte Hubalik

Sunday April 21, 2024 7:45am
Rosary Leader: Yolanda Requena Ministers of Hospitality: Jerry Lopez, Gabriel Rodiguez, Henry Torres Commentator: Yolanda Requena Lector: Norma Gutierrez Sacristan: Efrain Rodriguez Extraordinary Ministers: Efrain Rodriguez, Carolina Trujilla, Eva Cortez Altar Servers: Julie Cahue, Lilly Cahue, Cooper Pittman

Sunday April 21, 2024 10am
(Mark Urby) Rosary Leader: Renae McNiel
Ministers of Hospitality: Glenn Sturm,
Keith Howard, Clarence McNiel
Commentator: Jonathan Campbell
Lector & Responsorial Psalm: Mary Jo Peters
Sacristan: Judy Williams
Extraordinary Ministers: Blake Halbardier, Linsdey Campbell, Michele Rothe, Lisa Lilie
Altar Servers: Jesse Alvarado, Joaquin Wood,
Leila Garcia, Victoria Bustos

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Thank You to our Volunteers!
Altar Care for April: Rita Vance, Cathy Mechler,
Irene Montgomery
Linens: Selena Knight, Maureen Principe
Bingo: Marcelyn Botello, Michele Rothe
Hospital Visitation: Connie Muniz

St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will see clients “in person” only (no phone calls) at their office in the Religious Ed
Building on Tuesdays 10am—12 noon.
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus explains the meaning of the scriptures. Like the disciples, when we offer and
receive forgiveness our hearts burn because we encounter the risen Christ within us.
Have you considered answering the call to “help the poor find forgiveness and healing in their life” by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?

2024 ARCHBISHOP'S APPEAL UPDATE.
The 2024 Archbishop's Appeal kicked off in February. Our parish goal is $19,692.00. To date we have had 36 parishioners donate to the appeal for a total of $8,145.00; which represents 41% of our goal. We are off to a good start, and I wanted to thank you all for your kind support of the Ministries. If you have not already given, I ask that you please give consideration to participating either in monetary funds or in Prayer.
Thank you for your support. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact . Elaine Melton

VIRTUS…. Not one person, not even one Archdiocese, can protect all children / vulnerable adults. Abuse is an epidemic problem in our entire society but we intend to do everything we can to stop it. We are offering Child/ Adult Safety instruction to protect children, youth, vulnerable adults. We will also educate parents who have a responsibility to safeguard the children in their care. Children / Vulnerable Adults cannot protect themselves from a predator. We know they need trusted and loving adults in whom they can confide any concern or fear. You are that person and we want to work with you for the good of all children/ vulnerable adults in this Archdiocese. Spanish and English classes will be offered. This is a responsibility we cannot push off on someone else. This is our responsibility. You may call the Office of Victim Assistance and Safe Environment at 210-734-7786 or toll free 1-877-700-1888, or call Fr. Babychan at the parish office at 830-741-2236.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
PLEASE REMEMBER that all proceeds from the Monday Night Bingo and the Bingo concession stand are to help fund the Religious Education Program. (St. John’s does not charge a fee for the children enrolled.)
To keep the Bingo operating every Monday night, we truly need volunteers. Please think about this and pray about it, and if at all possible, help by volunteering on ONE Monday per month.
Applications available at the Parish Office and at stjohnshondo.com
Thank you!

Upcoming Events ~
Confirmation: May 5, 2024 at 10am Mass
First Holy Communion: May 11, 2024 at 6pm Mass

Happy Birthday!
4/15 Keanna Aremendariz, Amity Contreras, Kiara Gurrisquita, David Hernandez, Justin Ibarra, Janet Maurer, Ismari Morales, Kadejha Rodriguez, Rodolfo Sanchez, Mary Lu Schoenfeld,
Azriel Trevino
4/16 Maricel Casas, Juniece Corona, Kyra Lopez, Dylan Muniz, Ariana Peinado, Lynnsie Vidal
4/17 Juscilla Cuellar, Rachel Fuentez, Roberto Garza, Keith Lutz, Oneida Perez, Suzanne Tonne, Anna Vidrine, Jay Villarreal
4/18 Athena Acuna Teresa Cuellar, Domingo Gallardo, Anthony Guedea, Sauta Martinez, Aiden Mendoza, Evalie Pena, Ximena Rocha
4/19 Ruben Garcia, Jessica Gomez, Kimberly Rincon, Mille Theis
Levi Villarreal
4/20 Felicia Alvarado, Julia Fuentez, Judith Ortiz, Samantha Richter, Gladys Samaniego, Leonard Zinsmeyer
4/21 Ernest Barrientes, Abby De Leon, Ashlee Gonzales,
Savannah Rangel, Juan Rivera, Ann Gay Walker

HELP OUT OUR ADVERTISERS
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Catholic Faith Formation
♦Adults who have never been Baptized or Baptized into another Faith and are thinking of joining the Catholic Church ……
♦Never celebrated First Communion or Confirmation...
Come and Inquire! Join us on a journey of Faith leading to transformation of your mind and Spirit.
If interested contact Mary Jo Peters, Coordinator (830-426-1181) or Sylvia Fernandez at 830-741-2284 in the CCE office.
●Children from the ages 7 thru 17 needing Sacraments of Initiation may contact Sylvia Fernandez at 830-741-2284.

TODAY!
All are invited for fun, food, fellowship!
8:45 in the Parish Hall.

El Grupo de Oración en Español
Hay un grupo de oración el Viernes, 1 de diciembre en español en la capilla. Todos estan invitados a reunirse en alabanza y oracion. Empesamos con el santo rosario a las 6:00 de la tarde.

HEB GIFT CARDS
HEB cards are for sale after the weekend Masses and in the
Religious Education office during the week. The Church earns 5% of the sales to be used for the youth. This is “free” money and it does not cost you or the Church anything. Please help support our youth by purchasing HEB cards. Thank you for your support!

El Grupo de Oración en Español
Hay un grupo de oración el último viernes de cada mes en español en la capilla. Todos estan invitados a reunire en alabanza y oracion. Empesamos con el santo rosario a las 6:30 de la tarde.

Knights of Columbus Council 7163
Lenten Fish Fry
April 1st
5:30pm - 6:30pm
$10/plate St. John’s Parish Hall

RENTAL for the NEW HALL
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RENTING THE NEW HALL OR ITS MEETING ROOM OR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ……
PLEASE CALL TONY ORTIZ at
830-931-4683 OR 830-444-9710

Thank you!

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Anyone who would like information about RCIA classes for this fall, please contact
Kris Cardenaz or Sylvia Fernandez (DRE)
830-741-2284

In Memory of
John Graff
by Randy & Patti Graff

Register your children now for Religious Ed in the Fall. If you did not pre-register at the end of this school year, call or come by the Religious Ed
Office so your kids are ready for the new school year.
Religious Ed begins
August 20, 2023

Includes a selection of wines paired with heavy hor d’oeuvres, frozen
sangria, a variety of beer, music and fun!
St. John the Evangelist
Catholic Church Parish Hall
2009 Ave. K Hondo, TX
Sponsored by the
ACTS program of
St.John’s, Hondo
and
Holy Cross, D’Hanis

Make sure you are up to date with your OVASE training. Everyone who volunteers at
St. John’s in any way needs an update every three years.
There’s a link for on-line
training at stjohnshondo.com

ACTS Core is now seeking nominations for
Director of Men’s Retreat.
This retreat is scheduled for
Feb. 27-Mar. 2, 2025.

St. John’s/Holy Cross ACTS Core 2023-2024 OFFICERS
Lorraine Lopez - Facilitator
Tony Ortiz - Co-Facilitator
Pat Gonzales - Finance Coord.
Lorraine Lopez/Pat Gonzales - Communications Coord.

Adult Confirmation Classes
Classes will begin the first week of April for adults who have already been baptized and received First Communion, but were never confirmed. These classes occur once each week for 6 weeks.
Please call the RE Office if you are interested in attending.

At St. John’s
During the Month of March Baptisms - Karina Faith Guajardo, Hazel Rose Moore
Shaila Cheyenne Tapia, Olivia-Bess Aleman
Quinceñera - Layla Obregon
Funerals - Elsa Enruquez Ytuarte, Casimiro Guajardo,
Erna Balzen, Eva Warden

Faith Formation (Religious Education Classes)
has begun. Go to the “Religious Education” tab on our website - stjohnshondo.com -
to see a schedule of classes.

If you would like to purchase altar flowers in honor of a special person or occasion during 2024, please call the
Parish Office to make arrangements for the date of your choice.

Daughters of the King
Women of all ages are invited to join the
Daughters of the King Women’s Group for
reflection and fellowship.
May 21, 2023 6:00pm RE Building

Knights of Columbus Council 7163
is sponsoring a food drive for their
“Leave No Neighbor Behind” Program
All donated non-perishable food will be sent to the Medina County Food Pantry throughout this summer.
Kindly use the box at the back of church for your donations. Thank you!

St. John’s & Holy Cross 2023 Women’s ACTS
invite you to attend the Women’s ACTS Retreat that will take place on October 12th through 15th, 2023 at the Moye Center in Castroville. We have a limited
number of women we can take, so we invite you to sign up at your earliest convenience. There is a $185.00 fee, which includes a $50 non-refundable deposit.
Applications are available at St. John’s Parish Office,
Holy Cross Parish Office, in the church entrance and on our website: stjohnshondo.com
Contact Michele Heinz or Nicole Fernandez
for more information

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