May 29, 2020

SSFJ Parish Newsletter

May 29, 2020

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A Message from Father Linh

Last week's first outdoor Mass at Cardome

was such a blessing and went very smoothly!

We thank the many volunteers and leaders who helped make it possible along with all in attendance for their cooperation and mindfulness. 

 Join Us for Holy Mass This Weekend!

Outdoor Mass celebrating Pentecost Sunday

& First Holy Communion

Sunday, May 31st,

10:30am at Cardome

Just a few reminders before this weekend's mass:

BRING A CHAIR OR BLANKET!

Communion will be distributed after the final blessing via a car line in the circular drive of Cardome. (First Communicants have specific directions from their teachers) Once you are stopped at a communion station, please remember to turn off your car engine. You must exit your car to receive communion (masks must be worn).  Also, remember not to pass other vehicles when exiting the line.

For more detailed information, please read the Directives below.

In case of inclement weather,

you can tune in to Holy Mass on radio station 89.5 FM

PLEASE NOTE:  The dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass will continue in the Diocese of Lexington until further notice, therefore we will continue to stream the 10:30am Sunday Mass online HERE for those who need or want to worship from home.   

Before attending Mass, please take the time to read the guidelines and procedures that have been put in place to meet the mandates

given to us from the Bishop to keep our community safe:

Directives for Public Mass
Directives for Public Mass--Spanish
Music Selections
Readings & Resources
Give Online--Offertory
Online Bulletin

 Congratulations SJS 8th Graders!!

Fill-the-Truck Campaign

 THIS WEEKEND

Please bring items to Fill-the-Truck

to Holy Mass at Cardome this Sunday, May 30th at 10:30am

ITEMS NEEDED:

Peanut Butter, Canned Vegetables, Baked Beans & Cereal

IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO PICK UP DONATIONS,

PLEASE CALL US AT 502-863-4771

WE WILL BE HAPPY TO ARRANGE A PORCH PICK UP FOR THE NEXT DAY!!

Join Us TONIGHT on Facebook!

 Check out the SSFJ YouTube Channel if you missed an episode of Deacons Discussing Doctrine!  Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out!  

Important Information about Parish Meetings

 Father Linh asks that all committee heads communicate the following:

 We will not resume in-person meetings at either St. John or Cardome campus buildings until further notice from Father Linh.  Please continue to use Zoom or other virtual platforms to conduct any necessary meetings.  This will likely be through the end of June but will re-evaluate mid-June in light of Governor and Bishop's guidelines in place at that time.

Thank you for your cooperation!

 Don't Miss Father Linh's Video Messages!!

  Some of you may have seen Father's video messages on Facebook!

He also has a YouTube Channel so that you can watch if you do not have Facebook.

DON'T MISS FATHER LINH'S STORY TIME!!

Click Here to see all the videos!

Share with family and friends!

Important Bingo Update!

Effective May 31, 2020, the lease with the current Bingo Hall located at 751 Slone Avenue will end and Ss. Francis and John will not be renewing the lease.  As such, Bingo at St. John School will end on this date.  The decision to end the current bingo program (104/nights year) comes after a year-long analysis and involved the leadership of the parish and school including not only the pastor and principal, but also the finance council, the parish council, the school board, and other individuals.

More information is available about this decision in this weekend's bulletin which can be viewed HERE.

We thank all our dedicated volunteers

for their work at Bingo over the years!

 Keep Our Parish Strong!

Thank you to all of you who have continued to tithe during this trying time!

During this time, it is vitally important that we continue to support our Parish financially.   Please take the time to sign up for online giving or choose another option to continue your weekly tithing.

ONLINE GIVING:

CLICK HERE TO GIVE ONLINE!

You can easily set up weekly offerings or give each week.

DROP OFF:

You can drop off your offertory through the slot in the Parish Office door if needed.  Someone will be collecting them daily.

MAIL:

You may also mail contributions to the Parish Office:  Ss. Francis & John Parish, 604 E. Main St., Georgetown, KY  40324

If you need help or have questions, please contact the Parish Office by email:  parishoffice@ssfrancisjohn.org

Help Us Spread the Word!

St. John School is currently enrolling new students!  

Click image below for more

information on the SJS Website.

Eucharistic Adoration @SSFJ

Eucharistic Adoration at St. John Church
Thursdays from 1pm to 8pm

MUST SIGN UP to limit the number of Adorers each hour
LINK TO SIGN UP WILL BE EMAILED OUT ON TUESDAYS

**There will be specific procedures that all Adorers must follow which will be posted at Adoration. We encourage those who feel sick or are most vulnerable to not attend**

  Youth Nights this Summer!

YOUTH LIFE will continue meeting virtually through the summer!

Join us for movie nights and other fun events!

 Contact Katharine for more information on how you can participate and to be added to the zoom gatherings:  kcoleman@cdlex.org

Save the Date!

Whether it’s a loss of employment, kids worrying the heck out of you, a spouse who is sick, or any other challenge or loss, sometimes it’s helpful to have a companion.  Wouldn’t it be nice to have an “ear” that doesn’t judge – that has no agenda or timetable, someone who can keep a confidence – just to not be so lonely while working things out?  Someone who trusts God – but also trusts you-- to work your situation out in your own time?  That’s what Stephen Ministers do – they respectfully join you in your journey, listening and offering

confidential support and encouragement. 

Contact Father Linh (502-863-3404)fr.linh@ssfrancisjohn.org;

or call  Marion Cook (502-542-0127) (cook.marion@yahoo.com)

or Mike Daukas (502 316-5799) mrjd50@gmail.com.  

Moving?  New to the Parish?  Have a new email address?

Please contact the Parish Office so that we can update your info!

EMAIL US:

parishoffice@ssfrancisjohn.org

If you would like a parish or St. John School event included in our weekly email please send your submissions to gstewart@ssfrancisjohn.org  

Deadline Thursdays at 9:00 AM for Weekly Newsletter.

Reminder: submissions for the church bulletin can be emailed to gstewart@ssfrancisjohn.org 

 Deadline is Friday at Noon for bulletin articles.