St. John the Baptist Catholic Church “We Exist to Form a Community of Spirit-Filled Missionary Disciples of Jesus”

411 Florence St. Ypsilanti, MI 48197 734.483.3360 St. John the Baptist Catholic Church www.ypsilanticatholic.com “We exist to form a community of Spirit-filled missionary disciples of Jesus”

Pastor May 9th, 2021 Fr. Daniel Westermann [email protected]

Deacons Dcn. Wayne Charlton [email protected]

Dcn. Steve Thomashefski [email protected]

Dcn. Curtis Scholl [email protected]

Dcn. Mark Millage [email protected]

Office Staff Business Manager John Recznik [email protected]

Office Manager Laura Giles [email protected]

Director of Discipleship Jessica Jenkins [email protected]

Director of Worship Adam Plomaritas [email protected]

Director of Food Pantry & Youth Discipleship Caroline Wright [email protected]

Facilities Maintenance Tracy Pope Eleonor Welker Ernie Angove

a.m. (livestreamed), 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. RCIA [email protected] Confessions:

Tuesdays 6:307:30 p.m. | Fridays 11:0011:45 a.m. | Saturdays 3:304:30 p.m.

Eucharistic Adoration:

In the chapel on Tuesdays from 10:005:45 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9:009:00 p.m.

Office Hours:

Monday through Friday from 9:004:30 p.m. Closed 12:001:00 p.m. St. John the BaptistSt. John Catholic the Baptist Church Catholic Church and Catholics on Campus Student Ministry PagePage 2 2

From Our Pastor Dear Brothers and Sisters, St. John reminds us today that in this is love: not that we have loved God, but that He first loved us, and sent His Son as expiation for our sins. How often do we try to “measure up” or prove ourselves before the Lord? We want to demonstrate that we are loveable before Him because of things that we have done or how faithful we have been to Him. Yet, His love for us actually comes before that His love is one that chooses us, even though we have done nothing to earn or merit it. What a mystery this is! This week, let’s ask the Lord for a deeper knowledge and experience of His love for us, that we might be more firmly rooted in the truth of who He has created us to be. Diaconate Ordination This Saturday morning is the ordination to the Diaconate for several men in Lansing. There will be two men ordained transitional deacons, who will, Godwilling, be ordained priests next year, along with five men ordained as permanent deacons. Please, pray for them as they offer their lives in service to the Lord. Anniversary Celebration Mark your calendars for the Solemnity of the Birth of St. John the Baptist, June 24! We are looking to celebrate our parish’s 175th anniversary, which was missed last year, due to the current situation, along with being back at Mass. We will keep you updated with details. In Christ, Fr. Dan

Recent Death in our St. John the Baptist Community We pray for our beloved parishioner…

† Joan Pryce

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-MASS INTENTIONS- Updated Donation Lists for Food Pantry Thinking of donating to the SJB Food MONDAY, May 10, No Mass Pantry? We gratefully accept monetary donations and items. Please see the Parish website, under the TUESDAY, May 11 ‘Food Pantry’ tab, for a list of recom- †Mass for Deceased Members of Campbell mended donated goods. You will also McCully Families find a link to an Amazon Wish List for Req. by Leanna McCully the food pantry. Thank you for joining our mission to reach out to those in need in our community with Christ’s WEDNESDAY, May 12 heart! † Mass for Paul Trapani Req. by Daryl & Maggie Sell Interested in volunteering? Please sign up via SignUpGenius on the Parish Website under the ‘Food Pantry’ tab for our after- THURSDAY, May 13 noon packing or evening distribution shift. THANK YOU to all those who support the pantry through volunteering, donating, † Mass for Josefina Campo and praying!! If you have any questions please email Caroline Req. by Joe & Mary Firn Wright at [email protected]. FRIDAY, May 14 Mass preceded by the Angelus The next Confirmation Meetings are: SATURDAY, May 15 Wednesday, May 12th and 26th 8:00 a.m. From 6:307:45 in the Gathering Space. Mass for the Int. of Fr. Jim Rolph Req. by John & Nancy Rolph Please pray for our Confirmation students as they prepare for their Confirmation on June 2nd! 5:00 p.m. † Mass for John Duprey Req. by Rick & Sue Mangan SUNDAY, May 16 9:00 a.m. Prayer to St. Michael For the People of the Parish the Archangel 11:00 a.m St. Michael the Archangel, Mass for for the Int.of Sarah Davignon defend us in battle, Req. by Paul & Patrice Davignon be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. 5:00 p.m. Mass for the Int. of the McCully and Cimino May God rebuke him we humbly pray; Families and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, Req. by Leanna McCully by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. PROMISE TO PROTECT ~~ PLEDGE TO HEAL If you or anyone you know has been the victim of child sexual abuse by someone representing the Catholic Church, contact appropriate law enforcement. You may also contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coor- dinator. We will listen to your needs and support you. We encourage you to come forward and speak out. Please believe in the possibility for hope, help, and healing. Diocese of Lansing Victim Assistance Coordinator: Cheryl WilliamsHecksel, LMSW 18883086252 [email protected] Rosary Reminder Recitation of the rosary is held in church every Saturday morning after the 8:00 am Mass. St. John the BaptistSt. John Catholic the Baptist Church Catholic Church and Catholics on Campus Student Ministry PagePage 4 4

Matrimony Your Legacy to the Church Welcome Couples should contact the parish office as We extend a warm welcome to all soon as you are engaged at 734-483-3360. new individuals and families! Please Your will or trust can be far more than just a dry, legal register as soon as possible at the Blessing of Expectant document. Wise planning and creativity will enable you to leave the parish office. Registration forms are on Mothers our website, world a better place. Your bequest to our parish or favorite www.ypsilanticatholic.com On the third Sunday of every month after the 9:00 am & 11:00 am Masses. Catholic ministry can express your gratitude for your Catholic faith. Currently not happening until restrictions are lifted Contact The Catholic Foundation at 517-253-8787 Parent Pre-Baptism Class or [email protected] for more information. Parents are required to attend a Anointing of the Sick preparation session and must be On the first Sunday of every month after the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday & registered parishioners for at least after the 9:00 am Mass on Sunday. three months. Pre-registration for this Currently not happening until preparation class is required. Please restrictions are lifted call the parish office for more information. Lay Minister Information Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults If you are interested in serving as a (RCIA Program) Baptisms Liturgical Minister or wish to update Please visit our website/Sacramental your schedule preferences, please Life tab to view the Baptism policy for submit your request by email to Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Are you still un- our parish. You may also contact the [email protected] sure, but interested in learning more? Are you Catholic and parish office, three months in advance, looking to receive all your sacraments? at 483-3360. Requesting Mass Intentions At St. John the Baptist, we want to walk with you as you Bulletin Deadline Call the parish office to ask for a learn more, discover the gospel and pursue the fullness of All bulletin announcements must be special day. Weekday and weekend the gift that Jesus offers in the Catholic Church. If you would into the parish office by noon on Masses are available. The stipend for a like more information,please contact Jess Jenkins Friday one week before the desired Mass intention is $10. Mass cards are at[email protected]. publication date. Submissions should also available. be in electronic format and emailed to: [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!

Lay Ministry Teams for the Weekend of May 15 and 16

Lector Usher Sacristan Mass Times

Jeff Decker Saturday Maggie Sell Joe Stefanov 5:00 PM Mike Weathers VOLUNTEER NEEDED VOLUNTEER NEEDED VOLUNTEER NEEDED

Sunday Tom Meyer 9:00 AM Sara VanZanten Dennis Zielinski Maralee Meyer

Barb Stimach Sunday Joe McKeone Jim Stimach 11:00 AM Emily Messiter Aimee Taylor Uram VOLUNTEER NEEDED John Urbanic Aiden Lenhardt Sunday Kathy Badgerow Shawn Lenhardt 5:00 PM Sophie Heitkamp VOLUNTEER NEEDED VOLUNTEER NEEDED VOLUNTEER NEEDED St. John the BaptistSt. John Catholic the Baptist Church Catholic Church and Catholics on Campus Student Ministry PagePage 5 5

Please Pray for our Armed Forces Personnel: Sally Lattuca Katie O’Toole Staff Sgt. James Eberts, Jr. Rebecca MacKenzie Craig Ramirez Capt. Robert Eberts, IV Claudia Dumas Andrea Oetjens MKC Ian Gable, USCG Robert Zukowski Rick Rotoli CMO Mary Gable, USCG Bruce Ridley Jane Turpen Capt. Kristin Mixon Pete Pierce Capt. Ross Brown Capt. Russ Mixon Joe McCadden Nicole Kobish Hornbeck Staff Sgt. Stacey Moore Lisa Aloisio Mary Bellard MAJ William Muraski Gary Schwartz Cayce Whitcomb, USMC 3rd Battalion 5 Cpl.Hailey Ann Roof S. Sgt. Ashley Rager Tech. Sgt. Jay Russell IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT OUR PRAYER LIST The names of the sick, homebound, and military personnel will run in this Chief Petty Officer, Jacob Meyer column for three months, at which time they will be removed. To add a name, relist a name, or remove a name, please call the parish office at 734.483.3360.

Ordo, Book 14 Readings of the Week Let us love one another as Christ has loved us Readings for the week of May 9, 2021 by offering Himself for our sins. His love is to be revealed to all the world, Sunday: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4 as Peter himself taught. [cf. 2b]/1 Jn 4:7-10/Jn 15:9-17

Monday: Acts 16:11-15/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 15:26—16:4a

Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [7c]/ Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1/Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14/Jn 16:12-15

Thursday: Acts 18:1-8/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [cf. 2b]/Jn 16:16-20 6th Sunday of Easter /May 9, 2021 Friday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8]/ Jn 15:9-17 First Reading: “In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. Saturday: Acts 18:23-28/Ps 47:2-3, 8-10, 10 [8a]/Jn Rather, in every nation whoever fears him and acts up- 16:23b-28 rightly is acceptable to him.” (Acts 10:34-35)

Next Sunday: Ascension: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-9 [6]/ Psalm: Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13/Mk 16:15-20 The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power. Seventh Sunday of Easter: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26/ (Ps 98) or Alleluia. Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20 [19a]/1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 17:11b-19 Second Reading: Beloved, let us love one another, because love is of God; everyone who loves is begotten by God and knows God. (1 Jn 4:7)

Gospel: “This is my commandment: love one another as I love you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (Jn 15:12-13)

All men of the parish are invited to become a Knight. For more information, contact Ray Bayham, Grand Knight, at 7344820590 or [email protected] www.kofc.org St. John the BaptistSt. John Catholic the Baptist Church Catholic Church and Catholics on Campus Student Ministry PagePage 6 6

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Your Financial Support Your financial support is important to our parish. Visit Questions? Difficulty with registration? www.ypsilanticatholic.com and click on the Online Giving tab to find Call Michelle Kazanjian, more information on making a secure online donation. Director of Pastoral Ministry You may also drop off your donation envelopes at Mass in the wall St. Thomas Apostle, 734.761.8606 X 1008 mounted collection boxes located in the Gathering Space and in the Or [email protected] Narthex (entrance of Cross Street). PreAddressed envelopes are located in the back of the monthly envelope packets. Thank you! AUTO FOX PARTS www.foxautoparts.com Mon-Fri 8 to 5 New & Used • Rebuilt Parts 734-483-5811 Complete Auto Service Alignments • Brakes • Tires Shocks • Batteries Licensed Master Caregivers Needed Oil Changes • Tune-ups Plumber Right at Home is seeking caring, Established 1968 kind and compassionate individuals Glass Service who want to make a difference in the lives of seniors while working for a company they can be proud of. 734-461-9400 For more information call: Service Ext. 103 734.971.5000 or apply online at: 8111 Rawsonville Rd. PLUMBING & www.rightathome.net/washtenaw All offices are independently owned and operated. Belleville, MI SEWER SERVICE • Disposals • Sinks ADVANCED • Toilets • Faucets AUTOMOTIVE • Water Heaters • Sump Pumps SERVICES Ypsilanti 482-1900 Professional • Personal Full Service • All Occasions Auto Service Local Delivery • Worldwide Dlvy Ann Arbor 484-0770 663-0055 1275 E Cross 734-434-2700 St. Thomas Parishioner Flowers • Plants • Greeting Cards www.mckeone.com Religious & Inspirational Gifts Owner: Tim Galea - Parish Member

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