Parish Staff, Ministry Directory, and Contact Information

Parish Staff & Mailing AddressParish Mailing Address420 Holland Street, Shillington, PA 19607PastorRev. Richard Clement: 610.777.1365DeaconDeacon F. Joseph Lombardo: 610.777.1697Principal of La Salle AcademyMr. Stephen Mickulik: 610.777.7392Parish SecretaryBernadette Yohn: 610.777.1697Parish Communications CoordinatorSarah Capato: 610.850.4978Director of Religious EducationBernadette Yohn: 610.777.1697

Comprehensive Catholic EducationLa Salle Academy: Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, K-8th GradeMr. Stephen Mickulik, Principal: 610.777.7392Berks Catholic High School: 9th-12th GradeMr. Tony Balistrere, Principal: 610.374.8361Parish Religious Education Program: 1st-8th GradeMrs. Bernadette Yohn, DRE: 610.777.1697RCIA: Age 18+Mrs. Bernadette Yohn, DRE: 610.777.1697

Scheduling Use of Parish FacilitiesFor those interested in using the Father Lyons room for a meeting or special event, please contact the Parish Office at 610.777.1697

WorshipEucharistic AdorationFirst Fridays of each month from 8:30AM-12:00PMAltar ServersStudents from Grade 4 to Seniors in High SchoolContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Adult Funeral ServersContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Eucharistic MinistersContact: Bernadette Yohn at 610.777.1697 or 610.777.6297LectorsContact: Deacon Joe Lombardo at 610.777.2542Ministers of HospitalityContact: Deacon Joe Lombardo at 610.777.2542Liturgical Music Contact: Christopher Hoster at 610.334.1188CantorsContact: Christopher Hoster at 610.334.1188Baptismal PrepContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Baptismal BibsContact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697SacristansContact: Elaine Strick at 610.856.7264Youth GroupContact: Ashlee Hess at 610.944.4862

Outreach & Parish MinistriesCulture of LifeContact: Bob Peters at 610.775.8965Bereavement MinistryContact: Roseann Kumor at 610.775.7431Justice in Action MinistryContact: Arlene Seeber at 484.794.8027Breaking Bread Social CommitteeContact: Lois Lombardo at 610.777.2542Prayer Shawl MinistryContact: Elaine Strick at 484.824.1577Nursing Home Visitors for Rosary & MassContact: Billie & Mike Resch at 610.775.3927Food Pantry / Emergency MealsContact: Lois Carrier at 610.777.6947Advocacy for Persons with DisabilitiesContact: Kathleen Roche at 610.777.4792Parish Nurse MinistryContact: Sharon Shingler at 610.775.9998St. Paul Street EvangelizationContact: Gina Aldi at 484.769.5346Divorce MinistryContact: Deb Kelly at 610.763.6528

Spiritual GrowthRCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)Contact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Adult Education (Seasonal)Contact: Parish Office at 610.777.1697Faith Sharing for WomenContact: Arlene Seeber at 484.794.8027Parish Prayer LineContact: Judy Peters at 610.775.8965Charismatic Prayer GroupContact: Amelia “Midge” Biancone at 610.777.2215

OrganizationsPrime TimersContact: Nick Bentz at 610.777.8864Boy ScoutsContact: Dan Giesen at 610.777.4387Cub ScoutsContact: Dan Giesen at 610.777.4387Knights of Columbus Contact: Bill Griffith at 484.797.0669Altar SocietyContact: Carol Bensing at 610.777.9360Men’s Recreational Basketball ClubContact: Russ Baver at 610.507.0627CYO (Christian Youth Organization)Contact: Rock Witmer at 610.775.2176Parish GardenersContact: Chris Hofmann at 610.777.2523

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Mass Intentions for the Week MONDAY, MAY 7 – Easter Weekday 8:00 a.m. Deceased members of the Domin

Family TUESDAY, MAY 8 – Easter Weekday 8:00 a.m. Robert Spezialetti WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 – Vigil Mass for Ascension 4:00 p.m. The Anuszewski Family THURSDAY, MAY 10 – Ascension of the Lord 9:00 a.m. Stanley Kusior 7:00 p.m. Maria Clouser FRIDAY, MAY 11 – Easter Weekday 8:00 a.m. James Scott SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER SATURDAY, MAY 12 4:00 p.m. Mother’s Day Memorials SUNDAY, MAY 13 8:30 a.m. Mother’s Day Memorials 10:30 a.m. Mother’s Day Memorials

St. John Baptist de la Salle May 6th 2018 www.stjohnsfamilyoffaith.com Sixth sunday of easter

Away from home? Find a Mass wherever you are at www.masstimes.org

Please direct all bulletin and website inquiries to the Parish Communications Coordinator, Sarah Capato at 610.850.4978 or sarah@stjohnsfamilyoffaith.com.

Bulletin submissions are due Thursday, ten days prior to the Sunday of publication.

St. John Baptist de la Salle Family of Faith

Weekly Stewardship SUNDAY 4/22 - $9,611.59

Sanctuary Candle for 5/6-12: In loving memory of Maria Clouser (requested by Mary Kozak)

Wine for the month of May: In loving memory of Mom & Dad Talarico (requested

by Frank & Patricia Talarico)

Altar Bread for the month of May: In loving memory of Mom & Dad Boyer

(requested by Frank & Patricia Talarico)

Upcoming Liturgical Ministers SATURDAY, MAY 12 - 4:00PM Lector: Nancy Faust Cantor: Sue Gallen Servers: Mark Stone, Grant Kellenberger, Joseph Kowalski EM: M/R.Favinger, L.Wakefield, J.Ambrose, S/T.Yoder, B/M.Resch SUNDAY, MAY 13 - 8:30AM Lector: Ed Lawrence Cantor: Deb Brooks Servers: Luke & Brynn Bennethum SUNDAY, MAY 13 - 10:30AM Lector: Angelica Monserrate Cantor: Bridget Servers: Madison Cannon, Sonia & Rahul Mannepuli EM: V.Sottosanti, D.Cannon, A.Krick, J.Bradley, M.DePaul, A.Seeber, L.Kellenberger, K.Kellenberger

Upcoming Events Monday, May 7 7:30 pm Knights of Columbus Gen. Mtg. Tuesday, May 8 6:25 pm La Salle’s May Procession Wednesday, May 9 8:30 am Church Cleaning 4:00 pm Vigil Mass for Ascension Thursday, May 10 9:00 am Mass for Ascension 7:00 pm Mass for Ascension Saturday, May 12 2:00 pm Youth Choir Meeting (in church)

First Friday Adoration: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will take place on March 2 at 8:30 AM and close with Benediction at Noon. Please come and spend some quiet time with our Lord. The Nocturnal Adoration Society will be at St. Joseph’s church Reading on March 2nd. One hour Adoration will be from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM

TODAYS READINGS First Reading: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48 Peter preaches to the Gentiles for the first time in the house of Cornelius. Peter realized that God would accept any person who acted uprightly, regardless of his or her heritage. Then the Holy Spirit descended on the Gentiles and Peter allowed them to be baptized in the name of Jesus. Second Reading: I John 4:7-10 John advises all believers to love one another, for love is a gift from God. The person without love does not know God, whose love for us is so great he sent his only son so that we might have life through him. Gospel: John 15:9-17 Jesus asks his disciples to live on in his love and to “Love one another as I have loved you.” He explains that he chose them to follow him, and promises if they keep his commandments they will have anything that they ask for in his name.

Please take Note: Our Tuesday Mass will be at 8:00 AM not 7:00 PM due to LSA May Procession

Holy Day of Obligation!! This coming Thursday, May 10 is the feast of the Ascension of the Lord. This is a Holy Day of Obligation. Please check the Mass schedule under the Daily Mass Intention column.

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The Parish Nurses Ministry will be taking blood pressure screenings after all Masses, this weekend, March3/4 in the Father Lyons Room.

Parish Happenings

PRIME TIMERS NEWS

Annual Picnic- Sacred Heart Villa, 51 Seminary Ave. Tuesday, June 5th Dinner served at 11:30 with a chicken and ham buffet. Inquiries can be directed to Pat and Lynn Miller at 610.670.2914. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Checks can be made payable to St. John's Prime Timers. ATTENTION, ATTENTION! There are still some seats available for our great, fun trips in 2018: • June 6 – Hunterdon Hills Playhouse “The House is Rockin” cost $89.00, lunch included. Will leave St. John’s at 9 am and approximate return 6 pm. • July 11 – Hollywood Casino, cost $27.00. Bus leaves St. John’s at 10 am with a 6 pm approximate return. Please call Mary Stadelmeyer at 484.955.9492 with questions, or to make reservations.

Holy Name Class of 1968 50th Reunion Save the Date June 2, 2018. Information to follow. Pre registration - call or email to: luciawagner84@ymail.com 610.777.5917

YOUTH GROUP - All 8th-12th graders are encouraged to attend our next meeting! It will

be next Sunday, May 13th, from 6:15-7:45 in the Father Lyons Room. We will play games and discuss possible trips, fundraisers, and service projects. We look forward to a fun time!

Experienced Organist needed at Holy Guardian Angels Church for Thursday evening choir rehearsals, weekend masses, funerals, weddings and special events. Please send resume to novakangel@comcast.net. If you should have any questions, please call Sue Swavely at 610.587.7061

Fun in the Sun Spring Raffle Saint Margaret School is having their first Fun in the Sun Spring Raffle! Only 2,000 tickets will be sold, so don’t miss out on this chance of a lifetime! Tickets are $20 a piece or $100 for six. Our grand prize winner will receive $5,000! Second place winner will receive $1,000 and third place will get $500. Tickets are available for purchase in the Main Office of Saint Margaret School and the St. Margaret’s Parish Rectory. Any questions please contact Nick Coccia in the Development Office at 610.375.1882 ext. 204 or at ncoccia@smsreading.org.

MOTHER’S DAY CARNATION SALE: $2 Our Annual Mother’s Day

Carnation Sale will be on May 12 & 13 ALL MASSES to benefit Lifeline of Berks County. Volunteers are needed for a

very short time after Masses to help with this fund raiser! Please call Bob

Peters at 610.775.8965 to volunteer. Thank You!!

New Faces Needed We are very pleased to announce the annual Church Picnic will be held on Sunday September 16th in the Mohnton Picnic grove. The Picnic Planning committee will be meeting May 20th at 11:30 am in the Father Lyons room and new members and new ideas are most welcome. Please come and add your name to the list on the committee to make this a picnic one to remember.

La Salle Academy 10th Annual Fund Update

We are thrilled that $85,000 has been raised to date. Our

goal of $150,000 is within reach thanks to a few phenomenal

contributions totaling $55,000. Please help us bridge the gap. Every gift matters! Envelopes marked with “LSA Annual Fund” may be dropped in the Sunday collection or mailed to La Salle Academy, Attention: Annual Fund, 440 Holland St., Shillington, PA 19607. Thank you!

Justice in Action Ministry Meeting JAM will next meet on Tuesday, May 8 at 7:30 pm at Parishioner Sue Goodwin’s home (16 Alpine Drive, Mohnton 610.777.5827). Come brainstorm how we can best respond to all we learned from Will Miller (our April 22 Communion Breakfast speaker) about the needs of refugees and immigrants in the Reading area. All interested members of Saint John’s family of faith are welcome to come join in this discussion.

Sing A Joyful Noise to the Lord! Our music ministry would like to extend an invitation to students who are in Grades 1-8 who would like to participate in the Youth

Choir that will be forming here at St. John’s. There will be a meeting on Saturday, May 12 at 2 PM in the church. If you are interested but can’t make the meeting please call Christopher Hoster, our music director at 610.334.1188. Our Youth Choir will be under the direction of Mr. Christopher Hoster our music director and Miss. Molly Ouchis, his assistant.

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YOU ARE NOT ALONE If a Prenatal Diagnosis identifies a possible disability…You are not alone. There is help. The Diocese of Allentown has a network of concerned parents and professionals who have experienced or worked closely with issues surrounding a poor prenatal diagnosis. For support, contact: Sr. Janice Marie Johnson at 610.289.8900x42 or jjohnson@allentowndiocese.org

St. Catharine of Siena Church, Reading is looking for a qualified individual, lay or religious, to serve as a full-time director/coordinator of religious education. This position is primarily responsible for the administration of religious education and sacramental preparation of programs. College degree in theology or religious studies required; Master Catechist Certification and/or equivalent training preferred. Please send letter of interest and resume with personal and professional references to Search Committee, St. Catharine of Siena Parish, 2427 Perkiomen Ave., Reading, PA 19606. No phone calls please!

DEFENDING THE FAITH CONFERENCE BUS TRIP to Franciscan Univ. Jul 27–29. This is a WONDERFUL opportunity to enhance the knowledge of your faith & spiritual growth with over 1,000 other attendees. The conference includes bestselling authors and renowned speakers who not only teach, but also motivate, including EWTN personalities; Scott & Kimberly Hahn, Patrick Madrid, Leah Darrow, Mark Hart, Steve Ray and other familiar Catholic Theologians and Apologists. Also includes: Daily Mass, confession and a joyful bus ride. More info on the conference can be found at: http://steubenvilleconferences.com/adult/dfc/. Call Bruce & Alice Swist for information at 610.468.9506 or b@swist.us.

Men and Women do you feel called to enter into a deeper relationship with God? The Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites of West Reading would like to invite you to come and see what we are all about. We are inviting visitors to come and join us for information about our Carmel community, May 20 or June 10, 2018 at 12:50 PM at Sacred Heart Chapel, West Reading. For more information please contact Janice Ranalli 610.914.8436 or Velma Goodreau 570.939.4078 or just come join us.

Maria Wald Renewal Center/Precious Blood Convent located in Shillington, PA is seeking an experienced full time cook to join their team. Flexible work schedule including weekends and holidays as needed. Applicant must have food preparation skills, initiative, menu planning, maintaining stock, etc. Salary and benefits are negotiable. For further information contact: Sr. Margaret Terfer, cps at 610.777.1624 or mteufercps@hotmail.com

Opportunity House Says THANK YOU! No one started the day hungry at Opportunity House on Sunday, April 15. A big thank you goes out to all those who assisted with this Sunday morning breakfast. With donations of fresh fruit, orange juice, syrup, pancakes, sausage and cash from our Family of Faith, over 60 guests, including men, women and children, enjoyed a full breakfast. Most importantly, Saint John’s cooks and servers shared smiles and happy greetings with the guests at Opportunity House. This exchange warmed the heart and enriched the human dignity of everyone involved.

Berks Catholic will be holding the following camps for Grades 1-8 on July11-15: Boys Basketball, Cheerleading, and Dance. Also Lady Saints Basketball Camp will be held June 19-22 for Grades 2-9

A WORD FROM OUR PARISH NURSES MINISTRY...

Donating Blood: A Special Gift According to the American Red

Cross, every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. People who need blood include accident victims, cancer patients, premature

newborn infants, people with sickle cell disease and many others.

Approximately 36,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U.S. A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood. In the past there were a greater number of reasons people were disqualified from giving blood. Today, in most cases, medications will not disqualify you as a blood donor. Your eligibility will be based on the reason that the medication was prescribed. If the condition is under control and you are healthy, blood donation is usually permitted. Young people can give blood beginning at age 16 (with a parent’s consent), and there is no upper age limit if the donor is in good health. When you go to donate blood at a blood drive or donation center, you will be asked questions about your health, medications and travel. The staff member follows guidelines to determine if you are able to donate blood. The procedure itself is brief pinching sensation as a needle is inserted in a vein in the arm. Giving blood can offer an opportunity to take a break during a busy day. You can pray or daydream allowing your brain to take a pause from the hustle bustle of daily life. You’ll know you’re giving service to others that no one else can give. On April 23, twenty-two St. John parishioners donated blood at the church sponsored blood drive. The parish nurses hope to make this blood drive an annual event.

Congratulations to those who received their First Communion:

Dominic Becker – Nadia Bugay – Drew Buono – Avery Butler – Abigail Cannon – William Combs – Arianna Corza-Basurto – Isabella Cruz

– Aidan DeVeaux – Ethan Engleman – Samuel Engleman – Milo Galbraith – Ethan Gaojia – Jaycob Harle – Cole Huyett – Wyatt Miller – Madison Mills – Isabella Myers – Isabella Nocera – Jack Ritter – Isabella Scavone – Isabella Specht – Lyla Stacherski – Layne Steffy – Abigail Strick – Sophie Strick – Luke Suski – Brian Swisher – Andrew Tomsho – Michael Webster – Jonathan Wise – Jayden Wright – Jovanna Zabala

The Polish-American Heritage Association is holding their annual Polish Open golf tournament on Saturday, June 9, at the Manor Golf Club, Sinking Spring. 1:30PM Scramble. $75. per golfer includes greens fees, cart, lunch, Polish Open Buffet (dinner), beer, soda and prizes. Deadline for reservations is June 1. Contact Toni Wade at 484.333.2838.

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GUIDELINES FOR THOSE WHO ARE HOSPITAL BOUND: • If you are scheduled for a hospital visit and know in advance, please see Father Rich before or after mass and he will anoint you and bless you. • When being admitted to the Reading Hospital please advise the admitting staff person you are Catholic and a member of St. John Baptist de LaSalle. Should you want Communion while you are hospitalized please tell them you want Communion either daily or weekly and your name will be added to list of the Eucharistic Ministers who serve at the hospital. If you have any questions about this procedure see Deacon Joe Lombardo.

Part-Time Office Assistant Needed Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist, 640 E. Main St., Birdsboro, PA 19508 Our Lady’s Missionaries of the Eucharist is dedicated to the spiritual formation of the laity with communities in PA, NJ, and VA. For more information, please visit our website keeping in mind that it is under reconstruction at this time. www.olme.org. Part-Time Hours: This opportunity is perfect for someone looking for flexibility in their working schedule! 2-3 days a week 8:30 am-3:00 pm. Summer hours 1-2 days a week. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word. Please email resumes to olme2@olme.org

A Request from Mary’s Shelter Baby Bottle Campaign Mother’s Day - Father’s Day

Beginning Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, we ask you to take home a baby bottle from one of the baskets found at the three church entrances and fill it with your loose change. The campaign will end on Father’s Day, June 17 when we ask that you return all bottles to the same baskets.

Mary’s Shelter (615 Kenhorst Blvd) sits within the boundaries of our parish. This shelter provides residential and non-residential services for pregnant women and women with newborns who are in need of a supportive environment because of a lack of suitable housing or favorable family relationships. While caring for women in need, Mary’s Shelter prepares mothers with newborns for independent living and a vision of hope for the future. In an effort to support this mission, Justice in Action Ministry recently paved the way for Saint John’s Family of Faith to adopt and decorate a room at Mary’s Shelter and to donate diapers, blankets and other various baby items. JAM now is sponsoring this Baby Bottle Campaign. The proceeds will help provide: Prenatal Vitamins, Formula, Diapers, Infant Medicine, Wipes and Baby Food. The women and babies at Mary’s Shelter will greatly benefit from your generosity!

Working for the Gospel of Life

On Mother’s Day (May 13) we celebrate the gift of life that we each received from our mothers and the life we give to our children. Catholic Social Teaching calls us to uphold the principle of the Dignity of the Human Person: “that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person in the foundation of a moral vision for society.” (USCCB). As Catholics we are called to extend our respect for life by ministering in a particular and local way to those unwed women who are choosing life for their children yet to be born.

Did you know? According to 2016 statistics unwed mothers account for 39.8% of births in the United States, 40.7 % of births in Pennsylvania, and 41% of births in Berks County. 85% of mothers of unwed births range from 20 to 34 years of age and 33% are high school graduates; 30% have some college or have earned an associates degree. Unwed births to mothers, age 15-19 years of age, is 10%. 45% of unwed births are below the poverty level. (Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention) What Can You Do? Reflect on this: “We must not forget that we celebrate the Eucharist in order to become Eucharistic men and women. What does this mean? It means allowing Christ to act within our deeds: that his thoughts may be our thoughts, his feelings our own, his choices our choices too . . . . Partaking in the Eucharist commits us to others, especially the poor, teaching us to pass from the flesh of Christ to the flesh of our brothers and sisters, in whom he waits to be recognized, served, honored and loved by us (cf. Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1397). - Pope Francis, General Audience, Apr. 4, 2018

Pray this: For all parents who struggle alone to raise their children, that God will give them the strength of the children of God and the support of his holy Church; We pray to the Lord.

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Available Positions for Hire at La Salle Academy for 2018-2019

The Teacher Application is used for each of the following positions and can be obtained online at www.lsabear.org or in person at the Main Office at School or the Diocese of

Allentown Web Site, www.allentowndiocese.org.

Director of Development and Marketing, Part-Time Job Function: The Director of Development & Marketing will, as time permits, work closely with the Principal and School Advisory Board Development Committee and will be responsible for the planning, coordination and directing those activities that enhance enrollment and attract the necessary philanthropic support to provide sufficient resources to ensure excellent educational programs and long term Viability of La Salle Academy. This role will begin as part-time and grow into a full-time position. Educational Technology Director, Part-Time Duties: Must be proficient with Google G-Suite and Google Apps for Education. Organize, maintain, and manage class systems in proper working condition. Design and develop appropriate computer instructional material using the I.S.T.E. standards. Manage and monitor student digital behavior. Initiate and implement systems, procedures and other student management issues. Determine and troubleshoot technology services for staff. Coordinate and collaborate with teachers and principal. Integrate special lesson plans with core academic curriculum. Math/Science Teacher, Full-Time, Middle School grades 5-8 Duties: Plan and deliver Math or Science instruction following Diocesan Curriculum guidelines as well as Religion and Reading, must be PA Certified, will manage a daily homeroom. Elementary Classroom Teacher, Full-Time, grades PK-4 Duties: Self-contained classroom-all subjects, Deliver instruction in all subjects following Diocesan Curriculum guidelines, must be PA Certified, will manage a daily homeroom. Classroom Assistants, Full-Time and Per Diem Substitute Duties: To assist Preschool, Prekindergarten, and Kindergarten Teachers in providing meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms in the delivery of lessons, creation of crafts, repetition of classroom practices, and modeling good behavior to students as a support to the classroom and school environment. Substitute Teachers, Per Diem Duties: To help students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and to provide meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms. Check out www.lsabear.org to apply. Begin the vocation and career of your dreams!

Due to increased enrollment, we’re hiring at La Salle

Academy for the 2018-2019 School year.

Check out www.lsabear.org to apply. Begin the vocation and career of your dreams!