Welcome to St. John the Evangelist Church 201 N. Pierce St., Delphos, Ohio 45833

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1 March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday Welcome to St. John the Evangelist Church 201 N. Pierce St., Delphos, Ohio Pastor Rev. Dennis Walsh Associate Pastors Rev. Daniel Johnson Rev. Doug Taylor Deacons David Ricker John Sheeran Fred Lisk Senior Status Telephone Number: Emergency Phone Number: Parish Secretary Ann Wrasman Website Eucharist Monday-Saturday Wednesday 8:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Baptism 1st Sunday of the month at 1:00 p.m. 3rd Weekend of the Month during any of the Masses. Please contact the Ministry Center to schedule pre-baptismal instructions Anointing of the Sick Communal celebrations in May and October. Sacrament may also be administered by request. Matrimony Please contact the Ministry Center at least six months in advance to schedule your preparation and celebration. Liturgy Readings: April 1, 2018 Acts 10:34a, Colossians 3:1-4 John 20:1-9 Weekend Masses Saturdays 4:30 p.m. Sundays 7:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Reconciliation Weekdays 7:30 a.m. Saturdays 7:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. May be scheduled by appointment Bulletin Deadline Mondays by 7:00 p.m. to be published the following weekend to

2 VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Mr. Chuck Ardner has been nominated for all the work he does for St. John s Parish. Mr. Ardner has been volunteering at church for over 10 years. He takes an active role in our weekday and weekend Masses. He is an Minister at the Wednesday noon Mass as well as the Saturday morning Mass. Mr. Ardner removes any old flower arrangements around the Altar, cleans out the pews and puts the Hymnals away after masses. He values a clean and neat church for all to enjoy. Mr. Ardner noticed the Holy Water Fonts were looking a little dirty. After discovering they were only being cleaned once a month, he took it upon himself to clean them once a week. He has now been cleaning the Baptismal Font and Holy Water Fonts for the last 10 years. Mr. Ardner said, This is a case of you seeing something that needs done and you just do it. We want to say THANK YOU to Mr. Chuck Ardner for all you do for our church, as you use your Time and Talents to provide Treasures for our St. John s Parish. 5 th Grade Recognition We would like to take time to recognize our 5th grade class for their continued commitment to their Faith, Education and Belief in God s Work. A huge thank you to Mrs. Dew and Mrs. Wrasman for your continued ministries with our students. The 5th grade class was recognized at the 9:15 a.m. Mass last Sunday.

3 PLEASE PRAY FOR The Sick: Sophia Becker, Alice Bonifas, Tim Drewyore, Elmer Fischer, Barry Friemoth, Clarann Gerdeman, Carl German, Francis German, Monica German, Paula German, Norma Hesseling, Sue Burnett Jettinghoff, Ladonna Klima, Braden Knebel, Carol Kunz, Veronica Luersman, Paul Merschman, Linda Miller, Kermit Minnig, Betty Osting, Lowell Pepiot, Judy Pohlman, Alice Hesseling Rayman, Annie Ruen, Polly (Weber) Scherger, Winifred Siefker, John Stant, Vivienne "Sue" Warnecke, Louise Westfall, Connie Wieging, The Recently Deceased: Eric Ulm Those in the Armed Forces: Tyler Hayson, Brian Huysman, Mary Frances Bemis Sigler, Jeremy Stevenson, Christine Bemis Vermillion, Nate Vermillion, John Zalar OUR GIFTS TO GOD March 18, 2018 Adult Offering $ 18, Anonymous School Offering February Direct Deposit 10, February MyEOffering 2, ERIC ULM CANCER BENEFIT Saturday, March 31, :00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. DELPHOS K of C HALL Pulled Pork & Chicken Dinners, Silent Auctions, Live Auction, Animal Races, Ping Pong Ball Drop and live music with HERITAGE. Total $ 31, Thank you for your generosity! THANK YOU Over the next few months, Delphos St. John's Parish and School would like to thank the following businesses for their continued support of our fund-raising efforts throughout the year. Please visit these businesses to express your appreciation for all they do as we continue to advance our Parish and School into the future. Niedecken's Carry Out OEM Auto Recyclers Ostendorf Computers Personal Wellness Program Pitsenbarger Supply Odenweller- Jauman Insurance Omer's Alignment Patricia Morris, C.P.A. Photography By MAC Powell Co. - Lima A TWEET FROM THE POPE As we listen to the aspirations of young people, may we catch a glimpse of the world that lies ahead, and of the roads the Church is called to travel. CHIMBOTE COLLECTION April 7 th and 8 th When given as unto the Lord, giving is an act of worship and it directs our hearts toward Christ. Donations for the poor Mission in Chimbote, Peru, will be accepted after all Masses on April 7 th & 8 th. Please make checks to : FRIENDS OF CHIMBOTE. Thank you and may God bless you always!

4 K OF C PROLIFE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALL DINNER The Right to Life Society and Delphos K of C Council 1362 are sponsoring a Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner that will be held on April 21 st from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased through Ron s Hair Care, the Ministry Center, the High School Office or the Grade School Office. The deadline for purchasing tickets is April 12 th. Help promote the sanctity of life. CARRY OUT ONLY! JOIN OUR CITY AND NEIGHBORING AREAS FOR 90-DAYS OF PRAYER EASTER EGG HUNT Delphos Optimist is hosting an Easter egg hunt on Saturday March 31 at 1:00 p.m. for ages 2-9 at Stadium Park. March 25, 2018 Pray for the hungry March 26, 2018 Pray for the sick March 27, 2018 Pray for peace in our homes March 28, 2018 Pray to end racial division March 29, 2018 Pray for those in prison March 30, 2018 Pray to break the chain of poverty March 31, 2018 Pray against all crime April 1, 2018 Pray for the Spirit of Gentleness Delphos St. John s PTO Social Function QUARTER AUCTION A Quarter Auction featuring Signature Homestyle s will be held on Saturday, April 7 th at 7:00 p.m. at the K of C Hall in Delphos, Ohio. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. to preview all Auction and Raffle items. Tickets are $10.00 each and you can reserve a table for 8 for an extra $10.00 (please include a name for reserved tables). The $10.00 includes Admission and 1 paddle. Additional paddles and Raffle tickets available. You can purchase tickets from St. John s Elementary School or High School Office, Ministry Center or any PTO member. LYNN S MUSIC NOTES Today is Palm Sunday- a very intense liturgy. We start off saying Hosanna as Jesus enters Jerusalem and in the Gospel we shout Crucify Him. It s a perfect example of the power of peer pressure and mob mentality. Jesus is hailed as he triumphantly enters Jerusalem with people waving palms, but how fast things turn. Jesus is betrayed, tried, condemned, crucified and buried in the Gospel reading. When do I go with the crowd and give in to peer pressure or what s popular. May you have a blessed Holy Week and enjoy the special services offered as part of the Holy Triduum. EASTER LILY GARDEN It s that time of year. We will have our Easter Lily Garden in the church comprised of flowers purchased in honor of or in memory of a loved one. The cost of each plant is $ Please fill out this form and put it in the collection or return it to the Ministry Center by Monday, March 26, Purchaser s Name: In Memory of / In Honor of:

5 2018 BENEFIT AUCTION A NIGHT IN THE CARIBBEAN Saturday April 28th, 2018, DSJ All Saints Building Come join us as we spend A Night in the Caribbean. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner being served from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. and Raffles starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $75.00 per couple which includes dinner and your Reverse Raffle number. The First Place Cash prize winner will take home $5, and Second Place receiving $1, Over 100 Oral, Silent and Chinese Auction items will be available to bid on. Please contact the Ministry for more information and to purchase a ticket. How would you like to win a trip to the Caribbean or any location of your choice? NEW this year is our $2, Vacation Voucher Raffle, sponsored by Elaine Wehri - CCR Realtors. You can use your voucher to plan any vacation you choose with Spectacular Adventures Inc. Vacation Raffle Tickets are being sold to the public and you need not be present at the Benefit Auction to win, Tickets are 1 for $20.00 or 6 for $ You can purchase raffle tickets at the Ministry Center, High School Office, SCRIP Table, Spectacular Adventures Inc. and Ace Hardware. All proceeds are used for St. John s School operating costs and projects. We are always looking for volunteers to help make this year s event the most successful to date. Please contact Sue Hempfling at , Jeff Swick at Ex or jswick@delphosstjohns.org with any questions.

6 2018 CENTURY FARM AWARD APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE Catholic Charities is now accepting applications for Century Farm Awards. This award designation honors Catholic families who have maintained a farm or homestead within their family for at least 100 years, with an emphasis on well-preserved working farms. Applicants will be asked to submit a registration form, copies of old deeds, and pictures to support claims. The information submitted must show family residence and ownership of a farm for at least 100 years. Applications should be submitted no later than May 31, A Mass honoring award recipients will be celebrated by Bishop Daniel E. Thomas at St. Patrick Church, South River Road (Old US 24), Grand Rapids, Ohio, at 9 a.m., Wednesday, September 19, For more information or to request the registration form, please contact Kate Pomrenke at (419) or kpomrenke@toledodiocese.org. BLOOD DRIVE The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a Blood Drive at the K of C Hall, 1011 Elida Avenue on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please call RED-CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org, sponsor code kofcdel to schedule your blood donation appointment. DSJ BAND PLANT SALE It s almost spring, so it s time for our annual plant and flower sale! We have plenty of hanging baskets, flats and pollinating flowers to choose from. Please contact any band member or the band director, Mr. Damon Newell at Newell@delphosstjohns.org to see the catalog or to place an order. You can also check out the catalog online on the St. John s website under Band. Order deadline is March 28, 2018 for plants to come in on May 7th - just in time for Mother s Day! Please support our great DSJ Band! MULCH SALE Help support St. John s Post Prom. St. John s Junior Class is sponsoring a Mulch Sale. Excess money will go towards the Class of 2019 Senior Trip. Your order must be placed by March 30, Delivery Date is April 27 th and April 28 th. Free delivery by the Juniors with a purchase of 10 bags or more within a ten-mile radius. Triple-cut Premium Black Hardwood Mulch - Price is $5.75/bag Double-Cut Red Cypress Mulch Price $5.75/bag *Do not place mulch on concrete, dyes may transfer. One bag covers 2 cubic feet. If you are interested in purchasing mulch, please contact a St. John s Junior Student or contact the High School Office at at Ext I BANNS OF MATRIMONY Kevin Burgei and Emily VanGrootheest

7 Sunday, March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion Pray for the hungry Monday, March 26, 2018 Monday of Holy Week Mary Pray for the sick Tuesday, March 27, 2018 Tuesday of Holy Week Pray for Peace in our homes Wednesday, March 28, 2018 Wednesday of Holy Week Tenebrae Pray to end racial division Thursday, March 29, 2018 Holy Thursday Pray for those in prison Friday, March 30, 2018 Good Friday of the Lord's Passion Pray to brake the chain of poverty Saturday, March 31, 2018 Easter Vigil Pray against all crime Sunday, April 1, 2018 Easter Sunday Pray for the Spirit of Gentleness SCHEDULE 7:30 a.m. Mass 9:00 a.m. - Early Childhood - Elementary School 9:15 a.m. - Mass 10:20 a.m. - PSR - Elementary School 11:30 a.m. - Mass 6:00 a.m. - Mass 7:30 a.m. - Confessions 8:00 a.m. - Daily Mass 8:30 a.m. - Rosary Respect for all Life 6:30 p.m. - Alpha - Ministry Center 7:00 p.m. - Adoration 7:30 a.m. Confessions 8:00 a.m. - Daily Mass 7:00 p.m. - Cantors - Church 7:45 p.m. - Adult Choir Church 6:00 a.m. - Mass 7:30 a.m. - Confessions 8:00 a.m. - Daily Mass 12:15 p.m. - Mass 5:00 p.m. - Shepherds of Christ Prayer Group - Church 6:45 p.m. - Bingo - Little Theatre 7:00 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting - Ministry Center 7:30 p.m. Tenebrae Church Early Dismissal at 1:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. Stations of the Cross 5 th Grade 7:00 p.m. - RCIA - Ministry Center 7:30 p.m. Mass of the Lord s Supper No School Easter Break Ministry Center - Closed 6:30 a.m. - Men s Prayer Group - Ministry Center 12:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 12:45 p.m. Good Friday Refections High School 1:45 p.m. The Lord s Passion 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Fish Fry - K of C Hall 7:30 p.m. The Lord s Passion 8:30 p.m. Mass Easter Vigil 7:30 a.m. Mass 9:15 a.m. - Mass 11:30 a.m. - Mass

8 MINISTRY SCHEDULE Wednesday March 28, p.m. Thursday March 29, 7:30 p.m. Brian Buettner, Barry Friemoth, Gene Honigford, Marjorie Jacobs*, Deacon Fred Lisk, Linda Martin*, Linda Noonan, Deacon Dave Ricker, Mary Lou Rode, Deacon John Sheeran, Eloise Shumaker Servers Ellie Csukker, Grant Csukker, Jenia Freewalt, Marcus Freewalt Servers Lector Brian Buettner, Nicole Pohlman Lector Dani Duncan Greeters Makayla Herron, Kelly Krites, Gene Lauf, Karen Greeters Martin Adam Fischer, Isaac Gable, Nathan Gable, Brady Grothaus, Keaton Jackson, Jeffrey Odenweller, Mark Wrasman Dennis Hedrick, Gene Lauf, Karen Martin, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED Cantor Victoria Recker Cantor Donna Pohlman Friday March 30, 1:45 p.m. Friday March 30, 7:30 p.m. Judy Fischer, Gene Honigford, Deacon John Sheeran Paula Hellman, Mary Lou Rode, Julie Rode Servers Matt Kahny, Erika Moenter, Kylee Moenter, Hannah Will Servers Leah Hays, Noah Heiing, Rachel Hellman, Betty Vorst Lector Denny Hickey, Cory Werts Lector Regina McClure, Lois Steyer Greeters Dennis Hedrick, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED Greeters Kelly Krites Gene Lauf, Karen Martin, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED Cantor Chelsea Wellmann Cantor Contemporary Group Saturday March 31, 8:30 p.m. Sunday April 1, 7:30 a.m. Brian Buettner, Ed Ezzelle, Barry Friemoth, Marjorie Jacobs*, Fred Kollsmith, Deacon Fred Lisk, Julie Rode, Deacon John Sheeran, Eloise Shumaker, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED* Jerry Brickner*, Pam Hanser, Gene Honigford, Linda Klausing, Anita Lindeman, Baylee Lindeman, Linda Martin*, Elliot Mueller, Jean Mueller, Steve Recker, Luke Reindel, Cole Reindel, Eric Schier, Brandon Wrasman Nathan Gable, Paige Gaynier, Mykenah Servers Jackson, Keaton Jackson, Lincoln Mueller, Jeffrey Odenweller Servers Lector Brian Buettner, Cory Werts, NOT FILLED, Lector Mark Fischer NOT FILLED Greeters Joanne Smith, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, Greeters NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED, NOT FILLED Cantor Maribeth Gable, Choir Cantor Rebecca Violet, Men s Scola Robbie Buescher, Marie Mueller, Kevin Pohlman, Colin White Doris Bockey, Joe Bockey, Art Klausing, Larry McClure, Neal Miller, Jay Winhover Sunday April 1, 9:15 a.m. Sunday April 1, 11:30 a.m. Jan Bockey, Jeff Bockey, Kathy Buettner, Teresa Burnett, Gina Csukker, Ellie Csukker, Ben Dickrede, Dee Dickrede, Matt Dickrede, Kim Honigford*, Connor Hulihan, Doris Neumeier, Mary Lou Rode*, Esther Siefker, Kathleen Siefker, Cody Wright Richard Cocuzza, Kevin Dukes*, Madison Ellis, Jean Gemmer, Mark Hammons, Karen Kahny*, Jim Knebel, LaDonna Peterson, Erin Pohlman, Tyler Ruda, Lisa Schnipke, Josie Schulte, Jeff Will, Taylor Zuber Servers Sarah Moenter, Cassidy Schafer, Hannah Will, Servers Dillon Cross, Jenia Freewalt, Marcus Collin Will Freewalt, Matt Kahny Lector Mary Unterbrink Lector Nathan Pohlman Arnie Fischer, Aubrie Friemoth, Jayna Angie Bonifas, Ray Bonifas, Hunter Bonifas, Greeters Friemoth, Jerry Neumeier, Patty Nixon, Skye Stevenson Greeters Annette Klausing, Corey Koverman, Kayla Pohlman (sub req.) Cantor Megan Joseph, Men s Scola Cantor Youth Choir

9 EASTER TRIDUUM TENEBRAE Wednesday, March 28th, :30 p.m. Come to this unforgettable Evening Prayer. Twelve candles will be extinguished, representing the apostles abandoning Our Lord. At the end of the psalms, songs and readings, you will hear the Strepitus. The sound reverberates like the earthquake at the tomb of Jesus. Though he suffers greatly Jesus will rise again. HOLY THURSDAY, March 29th, :30 p.m. This liturgy begins the Sacred Three Days. These three days have three services that are really one liturgy in three parts. The introductory rites begin the Mass on Holy Thursday. The service ends at the Easter Vigil. While Holy Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist, it also reminds us that we must do some service to live the Gospel. Our reminder is the ritual of foot washing. At the end of Mass the altar is stripped and the Blessed Sacrament is presented for adoration. The church will be open until 10 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY, March 30th, :45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This is the only day of the year when a Mass is not permitted. Services at 1:45 and 7:30 include the Passion of St. John, collection for the Holy Land, Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion. In commemoration of the three hours Jesus hung on the cross we begin with Stations of the Cross at 12 Noon presented by the 5th grade. High School students and Alumni will present songs and reflections on the Passion after the Stations. At 1:45 the priest and assembly will begin the traditional service in silence. The readings of prophecy and reflection of Christ s sufferings will bring us to the account of the Passion as St. John writes it. We are invited: Could you not watch with me? EASTER VIGIL March 31st, :30 p.m. LET US CELEBRATE OUR GREAT TESTIMONY TO THE RISEN CHRIST AND THE BAPTISM AND PROFESSION OF FAITH OF THOSE ENTERING OUR CHURCH. THEY ARE THE NEWEST DISCIPLES OF CHRIST RISING FROM THE DEAD. WE JOIN THEM IN BEING BORN AGAIN INTO THIS EASTER SEASON. COME JOYFULLY TO THE FEAST. EASTER SUNDAY April 1st, 2018 MASS AT 7:30, 9:15, 11:30 a.m. When you come to Mass this Sunday you will be renewing YOUR baptismal promises, your love for Jesus Christ, so that you will be united with those baptized Saturday Night. Enter in to the Resurrection of Jesus, his triumph over death and his love.

10 BASEBALL. BASKETBALL. CROSS COUNTRY. FOOTBALL. GOLF. SOCCER. TRACK. VOLLEYBALL. WRESTLING. Looking for a way to support these activities with more than just your attendance? Delphos St. John's Athletic Boosters are looking for Blue Jay fans to help us grow! Boosters meet once a month on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. in Little Theater. The current President and Treasurer will be stepping down next fall. Join us to help fill these positions for this important school organization. For more information please see our Facebook page "Delphos St John's Athletic Boosters" or call/text Leeannda All Blue Jay fans welcome. THE MEADOWS The Meadows of Delphos will be opening soon. Targeted in the next few weeks. We had a meeting on Feb 13 and appreciate all who attended and those of you contacted us that could not be there. We are still looking and in need of of Holy Communion to do a Communion Service on Thursday afternoons at 3:30 PM and room to room on Sunday mornings. Training will be provided and someone will work with you to start. Would you be willing to help one day a month to be involved in this spiritually fulfilling ministry??? If you are interested and those who were at the meeting and made contact please follow up with Brian Buettner OFS at and or call the ministry center. Pax et Bonum and thanks to all current parishioners participating in this ministry and thanks in advance for those considering joining us. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT HABITAT RESTORE IN LIMA There is a great need for additional volunteers at the Lima Area Habitat ReStore (550 W. Elm Street). Because of recent cuts in various social programs, we have lost a fair number of people who worked at our ReStore. Jobs for volunteers include Customer service, Product preparation, Cashier, Donation pick-up, Maintenance, Cleaning, and more. One-time volunteers are very welcome, but regular volunteers are especially needed even if it is for just a couple of hours one or two days a week. Please visit the Habitat website to sign up at or call the Habitat office at Thank you for considering this generous donation of time. SERRA CLUB Come be our guest for Mass, dinner and a talk on April 12. Fr. Phil Smith, Vocation Director of Toledo Diocese at Lima Central Catholic. Any questions please call Marilyn Schmerge at NEW EASY WAY TO GIVE We are excited to tell you about a new AmazonSmile promotion that started March 12. Amazon is tripling the donation amount to 1.5% when customers make their first eligible smile.amazon.com purchase from March This is a great opportunity to give to St. John s at no extra cost to you. After March 31 when the 1.5% promo ends we still receive.5% back from every order you place using Amazon Smile. So please keep this in mind every time you need to place an order. Make a shortcut to smile.amazon.com and it will remember DSJ as your charity. What is AmazonSmile? AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization. 3x your impact! From March 12-31, Amazon is tripling the donation rate on your first smile.amazon.com purchase! Go to smile.amazon.com/ch/ and Amazon donates to St. John the Evangelist Church of Delphos. Or click the Amazon Smile button at the top of our web sites.