St. John the Evangelist
Our Mission
To form disciples of Jesus Christ who joyfully live out the Gospel.
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Our St. John the Evangelist Church renovation is well underway! Stay informed on the latest news and updates on the renovation progress.
Explore the meaning of life, the love, forgiveness and good things of God, and the basics of the Christian faith around a delicious dinner, an inspiring talk, and an engaging conversation with friends. Discovering Christ is for everyone. Join us Thursdays, Jan. 9—Feb. 20, 2025, 6:30—9p.m. Click on image for more information and to register.
Our Advent Market and Advent Wreath pickup comes early this year! Join us on Nov. 23.
Advent Wreaths
Handmade crafts and artisan vendors
Cake Walk
Live music and caroling
Food trucks
Kids Crafts
Petting Zoo
Pony Rides
SANTA!
It’s TIME! Order your Advent Wreath kit, pre-made or candles today. You KNOW we are going to sell out, so order yours today! Pick-up will be Saturday, Nov. 23 between 11a.m. and 4p.m. at our annual Advent Market Celebration.
Join us Dec. 7 on Larsen Field, 6:15—7:30p.m., for an amazing Live Nativity experience for your whole family. Our field will be transformed into a tiny manger in Bethlehem, where your family can come and adore the Holy Family, and our newborn King.
Couples of St. John, join us on Friday, Dec. 13, from 7—9p.m. in the Parish Activities Center as we start this year’s Marriage Enrichment Series and learn effective ways to pray as a married couple. “Lord Teach us How to Pray – How to Pray as a Married Couple.”
Our Annual Stewardship Report tells the story of your generosity over the past year and the lives that were touched by your gifts to our Sunday offertory. I am so grateful for your generosity! Please download a copy of the report to read the story of your giving and the impact it made in the lives of others this past year.
Upcoming Events
Share your love of Christ and your fellow brothers in Christ during this special time together. Invite your friends or make new ones.
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Nov. 30 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
Walking With Purpose will host its annual Advent with Purpose event on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7p.m.
Couples married in the month of December are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during the Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
Join us after the 5:15p.m. Mass through 7:30p.m. on Larsen Field for a truly unique Nativity experience.
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 8 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, will be celebrated on Dec. 9.
Second Sunday of Every Month! Come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses.
Monthly Children’s Masses, second Sunday of every month, with special children’s homilies during the 9a.m. & 11a.m. Masses.
Because the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, falls on a Sunday, the Holy Day Obligation moves to Monday, Dec. 9.
Holy Day Masses:
Monday, Dec. 9 at 6:30a.m., 8:30a.m. and 7p.m.
“Lord Teach us How to Pray – How to Pray as a Married Couple” Couples of St. John, join us as we start this year’s Marriage Enrichment Series and learn effective ways to pray as a married couple. Engaged and dating couples encouraged to attend. The event is free, and childcare will be provided.
Join us at all Sunday Masses on Dec. 14 & 15 for the annual blessing of the “bambinelli”!
Normal Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 14 at 5:15p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 15 at 7:30, 9 & 11a.m., 5:15p.m.
Join us at all Sunday Masses on Dec. 14 & 15 for the annual blessing of the “bambinelli”!
Join us for our monthly evening of Adoration, Praise, and Worship as we enter more deeply into the season of Advent. Experience the wonder and joy of Jesus, in the flesh, in the sacrament of his body and blood. Make the most of the season of Advent as we draw near to Jesus in the Eucharist.
JOY TO THE WORLD! Join us for Christmas Mass to celebrate the birth of our Savior.
A very special Children’s Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 3:30p.m. at Severna Park High School in the Auditorium.
Please join us to celebrate the Feast of St. John the Evangelist with a special Mass at 7p.m. on Friday, Dec. 27. There is a great tradition of blessing wine on the feast of St. John, as well as enjoying a special mulled wine known as the “Love of St. John.”
Please join us as we remember all the children lost through illness, accident, miscarriage, abortion, or any reason. We remember, too, all the little martyred boys killed by King Herod in search of Baby Jesus.
Come prepare your heart for Advent at our annual Advent with Purpose event on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7p.m. This event is held by our Walking with Purpose women’s ministry and all women are welcome to come.