Mass Times Sunday 7am, 9am, 11:30am

Saturday St. 8am, 5pm Vigil Solemnity of the Assumption August 15th, 2021 Monday-Thursday of the Blessed Virgin Mary 7am & 8am AUGUST 15TH, 2021

Friday 7am & 8:15am

Holy Days of Obligation 7am, 9am, 7pm

Confessions Saturday Before, during, and following the 5pm Mass (starting at 4pm) Sunday During all Sunday Masses *Also by appointment

Rosary Monday-Friday 7:30am Clergy School Religious Education Saturday Pastor 4:30pm Director of Religious Rev. Raymond F. Schmidt Principal [email protected] Education Sunday Susan McDonough Rich Olon 6:30am Parochial Vicar Grades PK-8 – Before & After Care [email protected] 43900 St John’s Road, Hollywood, MD Rev. Nicholas Morrison [email protected] 20636 Sunday Classes PARISH Grades K-6 and 8-12 Pastoral Associate Phone: 301-373-2142 STAFF 10:15am-11:15am Deacon Ammon Ripple Fax: 301-373-4500 Tuesday Classes Deacon Ken Scheiber Website: sjshollywood.org Music Ministry Grades 5-8 Seminarians Email: [email protected] Jonathan Hellerman 7pm-8:15pm Brother Thomas Mary Wagaman O.P. [email protected] Deacon Kyle Vance The program usually starts in Admin. Assistant John Winslow September and ends in May. Diana Huber Jessiah Rojas

[email protected] Finance Manager

Dawn Papp Mailing Address: 43950 St John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636 [email protected] Physical Address: 43927 St John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636 Secretary Phone: 301-373-2281 Fax: 301-373-8984 Website: saintjohnsparishhollywood.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/sjchollywood/ Twitter: @sjchollywood Mary Pat Kirk [email protected] MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of St. John Francis Regis Parish is to foster a family of faith,

Office Hours built on yesterday’s foundation, so that today’s spirituality, service, and education Tuesday-Friday: 9:30am-4:30pm will continue to grow into tomorrow’s Catholic community.

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.” P A G E 2 August 15: St. (1550-1568) was, even Alive! gnon while his mom was still alive. before the age of 18, profoundly passion appeared on her fibrous influenced by St. heart tissue, and her blood liq- August 20th: St. Bernard de and St. Francis Borgia. Just like uefies! Clairvaux (1090-1153) Abbot St. , this Polish and Doctor of the Church who is Jesuit scholar collapsed under August 18: St. Helen (329) is called the “last of the church fa- the intensity of the Roman sum- the only known patron of thers” with such a winning per- mer. He is the model of angelic divorced women, this empress sonality, that 31 nobles entered purity. became an enthusiastic Chris- the monastery with him. His let- tian in 312; by 326 she had August 16: St. Rock (1378) is ters make him the master of met- traveled to the Holy Land in aphor; he had no problem expos- beloved as San Rocco in Italian search for the true cross and and St. Roch in French – he is ing the wickedness and stupidity other relics. of the rich and powerful cardi- the mysterious pilgrim who August 19th: St. Jean Eudes nals. brings healing to the sick. And don’t forget (1601-1680) “Preachers beat August 21st: St. Pius X (1835- the bushes, but confessors catch St. Beatrice da Silva (1424- 1914) his father was a mailman, 1490) who founded an religious the birds!” is his great expres- sion to describe the work of his mother a seamstress from just order simply to glorify the mys- north of Venice. He called liberal tery of the Immaculate Concep- adult retreats that gave theolog- tion. When we are on pilgrim- ical depth to the twin feasts of Catholics “wolves in sheep’s St. Pius X age at Tepeyac, Mexico, we the Immaculate Heart of Mary clothing” and as he clearly stay with their convent. and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. expressed that for, “a sick socie- St. Louis d’ Anjou (1274- ty, people needed to obey and not August 17: St. Clare of Mon- 1297) Franciscan bishop of tefalco (1308) was given three by the age of 23 and quibble.” Anti-Modernist oaths divine favors; her remains died that same year; he was were to be taken by all who stayed incorrupt, an image of known for his purity and humil- would teach theology. His relics the cross and instruments of the ity. He was canonized in Avi- are everywhere! “To everything there is a season…” “A time to be born…” “A time to die, a time to mourn…” Elena Noelle Rodrigues, Sharon Jean Bell, Elias Michael Brewster, Stephen Uhler Nico Felix Fernandes “A time to embrace, a time to love…” Taylor Hall & Adam Fournash

”A time to heal…” ”A time of peace and a time of war…”

Denise Abell, John Abell, Belle Absher, WO1 James M. Adkins USA; Chuck Anderson, Bob Andrews, Ray Alvey, USMC; Maya Ashton, Judy Faye Bakewell, SFC Kyle Bennett, USA; Jackie Barnes, Chris Battle, Beverly Bowles, LTJG David Berlin, USN; Claire Broadhead, Margaret Bush, CPL Matthew Burgan, USMC; Frances Butler, Ayden Burton, PFC James Kelly Butler, USA; Dr. Stephen Cafferty, Amanda SrA Gregory M. Casanova, USAF; Campbell, Shawn Campbell, Christopher Scott Childers, USA; Joan Carter, Leroy Chapman, SPC Michael J. Choffy, USA; Diego Chesley, Betty Clark, Linda Clarke, LTJG Ryan Dishman, USN; Joseph Cullison, Linda Czarzasty, LCpl Jack Dugan, USMC; Mary Delozier, Eric Dexter, Mark Duke, CDR Michael David Emerson, USCG. William Dunn, Richard Edgington, George Fairfax, Cherri Fearns, Pauline Fitzgerald, Terry Fitzpatrick, Brian Galpin, Joseph Gardiner, Tyler Gardiner, Isaac Garity and Katie Gatley

ST. JOHN FRANCIS RE GIS AUGUST 15TH, 2021 P A G E 3

Daily Readings Mass Intentions

Judges 2:11-19, MONDAY, Aug. 16 Matthew 19:16-22 7:00am Manuel Dormido + 8:00am William Jennings Buckler+

TUESDAY, Aug. 17 Judges 6:11-24a, 7:00am Tony Quade + Matthew 19:23-30 8:00am Jackie Able +

Judges 9:6-15, WEDNESDAY, Aug. 18 Matthew 20:1-16 7:00am Olli Trevor + 8:00am Barbara & Stephen Miller (L) +

THURSDAY, Aug. 19 Judges 11:29-39a, 7:00am James Johnson + Matthew 22:1-14 & Roger Benfield + 8:00am William Jennings Buckler +

Ruth 1:1,3-6, 14b-16,22, FRIDAY, Aug. 20 Matthew 22:34-40 7:00am Catholic Families

8:15am Ethan Redding (L)

SATURDAY, Aug. 21 Ruth 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17, 8:00am Charity Schrock + Matthew 23:1-12 5:00pm Jenny Mulhare +

SUNDAY Aug. 22 7:00am St. John’s Parish Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b, 9:00am Sara Neill (L) Ephesians 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32 11:30am Betty Neill (L) John 6:60-69 +deceased, (L) Living *Please contact the parish office with mass intentions. $10 donation per intention

*Please Note the Mass Time Change – The second Friday Mass will now be said at 8:15AM

Now have salvation and power come, and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Anointed. ~ Revelation 12:10

Sacraments BAPTISMS MARRIAGES SACRAMENT OF THE R.C.I.A The Rite of Baptism is Arrangements must be made SICK (Rite of Christian Initiation celebrated by appointment. at least 6 months in advance Please notify the rectory of Adults): Those who are Parents are required to meet of the ceremony. when a parishioner would interested in becoming with the pastor and attend an like to receive the sacraments Catholic or completing obligatory preparation and is homebound, in a their sacraments are session preferably before the nursing home, or in the invited to contact the birth of your child. Call the hospital. rectory at any time. rectory to schedule your appointment.

*Individual spiritual guidance is offered by our Priests and Deacon. Please contact the parish office for more information. P A G E 4

St. John’s School is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year in grades 1-6. Please call the school office at 301-373-2142 for details.

Help Our Marriage

Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue, or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?

Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. This program has helped many couples experiencing difficulties in their marriage. For confidential information or to register for the upcoming program beginning with a weekend on September 3rd - September 5th, 2021, please visit: www.HelpOurMarriage.org

Call (443) 400-7017, or email: [email protected] Calling all young men and women joining the Military! SOUTHERN MARYLAND th CATHOLIC MEN TheSt. JohnSt. ’Vincents Men’s Group de Paulwould likeSociety to ’s 14 Annual Friends of the Poor Walk will be held on nd Saturday Mornings from 6:30-8:00AM presentSaturday, you with October a Combat 2Rosary at to9 protectA.M. at Father Andrew White S.J. School in Leonardtown. Theyou St. during Vincent your time de in Paulthe military. Society offers assistance to those in needST. JOHN in FRANCIS our community. REGIS PARISH HOLLYWOOD,All MD fundsPlease stay provide in St. your Mary name,’ email,s County to help the poor. The walk will begin at 43950Father St. Johns Andrew Rd phone number, service (Army, Navy, Marine, Hollywood, MD 20636 White School and the course will take walkers through the streets of Historic Leonardtown. Air Force or Coast Guard) you plan to enter The goal of theand thewalk is to call attention and awareness to the needsWant toof strengthen the poor. your faith in Christ? approximate date you plan to enter Do you desire to be the man God intended? There willActive be a Dutypost to walk brunch, live music, theme baskets forIf so, the then silent we have auction, something balloons in common. for children Danand Seep door prizes. Health Connections from Med StarI hopeSt. Mary to see’ yous Hospital Saturday willmorning, be at 757-291-0262 at theor emailwalk [email protected]. offering free blood pressure screenings. in the Saint Jude Room. Daniel Seep (757) 291-0262 For registration,Women, please go contact to www.fopwalk.org . Same day registration begins at [email protected] 7:30 A.M. There is no registrationMariam at 760 fee,-715 -but9902 walkersor are encouraged to collect pledges or to make a donation to the St. Vincentemail [email protected] de Paul Society. Walk with us on October 2nd, you can make a difference! to receive a blessed from FIAT! That’s Forit, more we will information, set up everything contact else. Patty Belanger at 301-904-7990 or Joan Marano at 301-757-4219. We are praying for our military The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departmentfamilies at Carnivalhome, and runs abroad. Aug. 19-22 and again Aug 26-29 starting at 7:00 each night. Featured are fun, food, games, rides, nightly prizes. Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under. Your support is greatly appreciated.

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Vatican Youth The Pope Laudate News DoCat App School & Church Hello St. John’s community, We will be having our second cleanup days on Saturday, August 21st starting at 8:00am. For the awesome parents of our St. John’s school students, the hours you are able to volunteer would count towards fulfillment of volunteer requirements. For our wonderful parishioners, we would enjoy sharing some of our community spirit with you while we beautify our parish. The hours will count as volunteer hours for your High School bound kiddos. We will be doing out- door grounds work so please make sure that to dress appropriately, with gloves and water bot- tles. We will be having pepperoni and cheese pizza for lunch, if there are allergy or dietary concerns with this option, please feel free to bring a lunch or snack. In the event that we have a weather delay for our outside work, we will coordinate our schedule and let everyone know when we can re-schedule as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support, Chris Turner

“SJCS HOPE for the HUNGRY” FOOD DRIVE Help us fight hunger and feed hope here in St. Mary’s County! Every Third Sunday of the Month— August 15th

The following items make up the core contents of an emergency supply of food for families in need and are greatly appreciated to stock local food pantries: Cereal or oatmeal Shelf-stable 100% juice Applesauce (in plastic) Shelf-stable milk Peanut butter Pancake mix and syrup Crackers (saltines) Jelly Cans of vegetables Soup Rice Cans of fruit Beef or Chicken Stew Macaroni and Cheese Spaghetti/pasta Cans of protein (tuna/chicken/ham) Spaghetti sauce (in cans or plastic)

Please do not donate perishable items or items packaged in glass.

All items are placed in the storage shelves/cubbies outside the sacristy. For more information or questions, please email: [email protected].

Thank you for making a difference in our community!

BULLETIN INSERTS Please contact Mary Pat at the parish office with any bulletin inserts or announcements 10 days prior to that bulletin date. Please include any images to add in your email. *Please note, we have a limited amount of space. Email announcements and inserts to: [email protected] P A G E 6

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