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February 7, 2021/ Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Church of St. John
5171 Milford Road East Stroudsburg, PA 18302-9106
Phone: 570-223-9144 Website: www.churchofstjohn.com
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
Love God, Love People, Make Disciples
Reverend Gregory A. Reichlen
Masses - Open to the Public Pastor
Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:00 am Phone - 570-223-9144 x 4
Tuesday and Thursday - 12:00 noon E-mail - stjohnfr@gmail.com
Saturday (Spanish Mass) - 6:30 pm
Sunday - 8:30 am and 11:00 am Deacon Max Francois
Permanent Deacon
Communion Distribution - (In the Parking Lot)
Saturday - 5:00 pm Coordinator of Community & Service
Sunday - 12:00 pm Phone - 570-688-7280
E-mail - stjohndcn@gmail.com
There will be a Live Stream on Saturdays of the
4:00 pm Mass (replayed on Sunday at 8:30 am and 11:00 am) Ms. Ana Garces
available on our Facebook Page and Church website. Parish Secretary
The Spanish Mass at 6:30 will also be Live Streamed. Phone - 570-223-9144
E-mail - stjohnch29@gmail.com
Confessional Schedule -
Saturday 9:00 - 11:00 am Mrs. Bettianne Ozkenel
Assistant Secretary
Eucharistic Adoration - E-mail - stjohnch122@gmail.com
Closed until further notice
Mrs. Analia Kolakowski
Office - Pastoral Assoc. Director of Faith Formation
Phone - 570-223-0888
Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 1:00 pm E-mail - stjohnre28@gmail.com
The Staff is on limited hours and will respond as soon
as they possibly can.
February 7, 2021/ Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Page 1
Word, Worship and Prayer
Fifth Sunday In SANCTUARY CANDLE
For the Mental and Physical Health
Ordinary Time
Of Our Parishioners
Jb 7:1-4, 6-7; 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23; Mk 1:29-39 By Church of the St John
February 6, 2021 — February 12, 2021
TABERNACLE CANDLE
People of the Parish
By Church of St John
SATURDAY, February 6 - Vigil February 6, 2021 — February 12, 2021
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4:00 pm (Live Stream Mass with Musicians) Candles are available for your special intentions.
Louie & Rosemary Knaub They may be acquired in the Parish Office. These
by Pat Folcik & Family candles are available for honoring the memory of
6:30 pm (Live Stream Mass) your deceased loved ones along with praying for
Peter Nelson by Fanilva Aubin recovery from an illness, celebrating birthday’s,
SUNDAY, February 7 anniversaries, etc. We have a card that can be
8:30 am People of the Parish given out when the candle is reserved.
11:00 am Joseph Storniolo by Robert Courtney
MONDAY, February 8 Gn 1:1-19; Mk 6:53-56
9:00 am People of the Parish
TUESDAY, February 9 Gn 1:20-2:4a; Mk 7:1-13
12:00 pm Lena Nagle by Martin Hickey
WEDNESDAY, February 10 Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17;
Mk 7:14-23
9:00 am Niphon Jeinthanakanond by Sunee Earley
THURSDAY, February 11 Gn 2:18-25; Mk 7:24-30
12:00 pm Bobby Coffey by Carol Romeo For those who serve our
FRIDAY, February 12 Gn 3:1-8; Mk 7:31-37 country and community
9:00 am Roland Harris by Lurline Harris
SATURDAY, February 13 - Vigil
4:00 pm (Live Stream Mass with Musicians) At the close of our
Bridget Murphy weekend Masses, our
by Steven & Lorraine Cavanaugh & Family community will all kneel
6:30 pm (Live Stream Mass) and pray three Hail
For the Deceased Souls of Purgatory
by Fanilva Aubin
Mary’s for those
individuals both living
and deceased.
SUNDAY, February 14
8:30 am Nelson Denis by Gina
11:00 am Luigi & Filomena Cuccaro by Laura Russotto
FOR THOSE IN NEED OF HOPE, HEALING & HEALTH
Emilio Accomasso, Maryann Albite, Albert & Maria Alfaro, Mary Allen, Cynthia Lee Atkinson,
Dr. Vincent Bellafiore, Angelo Benedetto, Eileen Benson, John Bonito, Michele Cross,
Kasey Dirato, Lenny Di Santo, Domenic Fasano, Rick Fisher, Maddie Foley, Lance Francois,
Michael, Gregory, Ermes Gutierrez, Betty Haines, Doug Hilbert, Gladys Hopquins, Lily James,
Robin, Andy Kman, Shirley Koenig, Laura Law, Ashlyn Leide, Josephin Macchia, Jerry Mahon,
Vanessa Mahon, Irene McKenna, Eion McNally, Luis Enrique Medina, Jeronimo Mestizo, Hugo Munillo,
Samanta Murillo, Mike Murphy, Fred Onken, Joseph Perin, Alice Perlowski, Joel Rivera, Erica Rizo,
Madison Roberts, Kirsten Rutledge, Walter Sadowski, Mark Sawitzky, Tom Shepherd, Javier Suarez,
Sebastian Torres, Sabrina Valenti, Troy Van Why, Walker Family, Marge Wilton
February 7, 2021/ Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Page 2
FATHER’S DESK
“Defining Moments” Week 6: Teachable Moments
Defining Moments are short experiences, brimming with meaning; they help us to define ourselves, our
world, our relationships, and our God. Over and over in Scripture, God uses specific moments to help people
connect with him. Defining moments also help us to better understand ourselves – we are challenged to grow,
and sometimes we are called to something new in our lives. We can also leverage defining moments to love
others. Today we are speaking about teachable moments, when a life lesson is learned, or we have the
opportunity to impress a value that we hold, onto others. Often teachable moments are spontaneous – we can’t
plan for them. However, we can prepare for them, whether as a boss, a parent, or a leader in an organization.
According to Chapter 6 of John’s Gospel, after the miracle of the Multiplication of the Loaves, Jesus teaches in
the synagogue in Capernaum what is commonly called the “Bread of Life Discourse.” At the end of his speech
Jesus says, “Just as the living Father sent me and I have life because of the Father, so also the one who feeds on
me will have life because of me. This is the bread that came down from heaven. Unlike your ancestors who ate
and still died, whoever eats this bread will live forever” (John 6:57-58). Jesus introduces here the idea of the
Eucharist. He is saying that his very flesh is true food and drink – this is not metaphorical language.
John then tells us: Then many of his disciples who were listening said, “This saying is hard; who can accept
it?” (John 6:60). The people listening had a hard time with this teaching, and Jesus doubles down: Since Jesus
knew that his disciples were murmuring about this, he said to them, “Does this shock you? What if you were to
see the Son of Man ascending to where he was before? It is the spirit that gives life, while the flesh is of no
avail. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and life (John 6:61-63). In other words, our worldly efforts are
of no avail for our soul, but Jesus gives us his flesh for our spiritual nourishment. John tells us this reaction: As
a result of this, many of his disciples returned to their former way of life and no longer accompanied him (John
6:66). This is actually the only moment in the Gospels where people reject his teaching and walk away from
Jesus, who then turns to his closest friends: Jesus then said to the Twelve, “Do you also want to leave?” Simon
Peter answered him, “Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe
and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God” (John 6:67-69). Jesus is so adamant on this teaching, that
he is willing to lose his closest friends and associates, but thankfully Peter chooses to stick with him. This is a
teachable moment for them, and for us.
Typically, our core values are those priorities which we are so adamant about, that we are willing to
suffer for them, in order to hold onto them or pass them on to others. In other words, standing up for these core
values means that we are willing to lose money or popularity in order to uphold them. We can’t plan teachable
moments, but the greatest way to prepare for teachable moments for others, is to live out these core values for
the people whom we seek to influence and teach.
Questions for Small Groups:
1. Do you recall any teachable moments from your youth that were impressed upon you by a parent, coach,
teacher or other authority figure? If so, what were they?
2. Off the top of your head, what you say are your three core values? Why did you choose them? Where did
they come from?
3. What would your family say were your three core values? Would they be the same or different?
4. What opportunities have you had or do you have to impress your values upon the people you lead or the
people around you?
5. What lessons or insights have you learned from this series?
With blessings,
Fr. Reichlen
February 7, 2021/ Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Page 3
Nomination of New Class of Knights of Columbus
Permanent Deacons
The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly of
The Office for Permanent Diaconate Formation will start 980 is offering three (3) $1,000.00 scholarships for
a new class in August 2021. Every applicant for this young Catholic men and women to be used for their
formation program must first be nominated by his pastor, first year of college or university. The candidates
or by another priest or deacon. must provide all required information no later than
the postmarked date of April 16, 2021.
Nominees should be at least 31 years of age and no older
than 60. An undergraduate degree, while preferred is not Applications may be obtained in the Church of St
absolutely necessary, as long as he has a high school John’s Parish Office.
diploma (or GED) and is capable of college-level studies.
Bible Study - the Gospel of Mark
Additionally, we are frequently asked if someone who has With Father Reichlen
obtained a canonical annulment can be accepted into the This will be a virtual (online) Bible Study on
permanent diaconate formation program. Prospective Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm.
nominees who have had a marriage annulment are February 10, 24
eligible for consideration provided they first waited for March and April (dates to be announced)
the annulment to be granted before marrying their
current wife, to whom they have now been faithfully It will be live streamed on the Church of St John
married for at least five years. Website www.churchofstjohn.com , Facebook page
and YouTube .
If you or someone you know may be called to the
diaconate, please call Father Reichlen to make an
appointment as soon as possible. The inquiry deadline is Notre Dame
February 15th. Elementary and High School
Notre Dame Elementary School will begin the
Notice Regarding Reporting Sexual Abuse of a Minor application process for 2021-2022 school year during
the month of February.
It is the policy of the Diocese of Scranton to report any
For additional information, please call Notre Dame
allegation of sexual abuse of a minor to law enforcement. Elementary at 570-421-3651 or
If you are a victim of sexual abuse committed by a office@ndelementary.org for Preschool through Grade
priest, deacon, religious or lay employee or volunteer of 6 and Notre Dame Jr/Sr High School at 570-421-0466
the Diocese of Scranton, you are encouraged to for Grades 7 through 12.
immediately report the matter to law enforcement. If
any priest, deacon, religious, lay employee or volunteer
of the Diocese of Scranton has cause or reason to suspect Catholic Social Services
724 Phillips Street, Ste A, Stroudsburg, PA
that a minor has been subjected to any form of abuse,
570-476-6460 570-517-0892 (D&A)
including child sexual abuse, the matter will be
reported to law enforcement. It is also the policy of the Shepherd’s Maternity Home of
Monroe County
Diocese to adhere to all civil and state regulations. In 570-822-7118
accordance with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Shepherd’s Maternity Home serves homeless pregnant
Child Protective Services Laws, reports of suspected women and provides a safe environment for them and
child abuse should also be made immediately by phone their babies.
to the 24-Hour Child Abuse hotline (ChildLine) at 1-800- BIG BROTHERS & BIG
932-0313 or electronically at www.compass.state.pa.us/ SISTERS OF THE BRIDGE
cwis. To this end, the Diocese is equally committed to 570-421-2877
A program of Catholic Social Services.
adhering to the norms of the Code of Canon Law and to
upholding the tenets of the USCCB Charter for the Ash Wednesday
Protection of Children and Young People, which February 17
includes supporting victims of sexual abuse in their Masses are at 6:30 am and 12:00 noon
pursuit of emotional and spiritual well-being. As such, The church will be open from 3:00 - 7:00 pm for
information regarding an allegation of sexual abuse of a Eucharistic Adoration and distribution of ashes.
We will offer “ashes to go” for everyone who is not
minor should also be reported to the Victim Assistance
attending Mass or want to bring ashes home to family
Coordinator, Mary Beth Pacuska at (570-862- 7551). members. Included will be ashes, holy water and a prayer.
February 7, 2021/ Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Page 4
St John’s Organizations
ACTIVE -
Alcoholics Anonymous - Open meeting every Friday night at
7:30 pm. For information, please call Adele 570-269-1671.
(ZOOM)
Focolare Word of Life Gathering - 3rd Thursday at 5:30 pm.
Prayer meeting based on the Gospels. For information,
This Week at St. John’s please call Carole Lippold 718-863-1105. (ZOOM)
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Knights of Columbus -
1st (7:30 pm) and 3rd Tuesday (7:00 pm). For more
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Private Prayer information, please contact: Julio Cruz (Grand Knight)
570-656-0842. Everyone is invited to join us on the 3rd
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm to pray the Rosary for
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Private Prayer pro-life intentions.
2:00 pm - Red Cross Blood Drive St. John’s Columbiettes - 2nd Thursday at 7:00 pm. Women
7:00 pm - Rosary interested in becoming members, e-mail Violette -President -
francois_3 @ msn.com or call 570-269-6203 (ZOOM)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Women’s Bible Discussion Group—1st & 3rd Fridays at 6:00
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Private Prayer pm. For Information contact Violett at francois_3@msn.com
6:00 pm - BSA Troop 902 Meeting (ZOOM)
7:00 pm - Bible Study
SUSPENED - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Adult Church Choir - 11:00 am Mass. For information please
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 contact the church office.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Private Prayer
Charismatic Group - Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Come join
us and learn about the Holy Spirit and how he manifests his
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 gift through us. He leads, guides, teaches and protects us as
10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Private Prayer we sing, pray and worship him.
6:00 pm - St. John’s Small Groups “Mady’s Kitchen” Free Community Dinner -
7:00 pm - Columbiette’s Officer’s Meeting (Zoom) The last Sunday of each month. St. John’s Church Hall Call:
7:30 pm - AA Meeting (Virtual) Laura - 570-588-1707
St John’s Seniors - 1st Tuesday at 1:00 pm. President - Felix
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Martinez. Contact Laura Zaso - Secretary - 570-588-9358
9:00 am - Confessions Special Needs Worship Ministry - In honor of Deacon
5:00 pm - Parking Lot Communion Distribution Thomas Dello Russo. Our mission is simple; to welcome and
support people with special needs and their families to grow
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 in faith and participate in the life of our parish community.
10:00 am - Faith Formation For all those interested, call Mary Galayda at 570-588-9242.
12:00 pm - Parking Lot Communion Distribution
Guidelines for Events At St John’s
There is no need for a reservation to attend public Masses. However, please be aware that if our church
is filled to capacity, you may have to wait in your car and follow the Mass Live Stream, until the time
for Communion in the Parking Lot. Note that all the procedures, as mandated by the Bishop, still apply
– (1) stay home if you or members of your household are vulnerable or sick; (2) maintain social
distancing; (3) wear a mask properly; and (4) exit immediately after Holy Communion so that the
church can be sanitized.
Communion Distribution will be in the Parking Lot on Saturdays at 5:00 pm, and Sundays at 12:15 pm.
Please follow the directions of the parking lot attendants. You will be expected to exit your car and walk
to a designated space in the parking lot in order to receive Communion. Procedures may be altered
because of inclement weather.
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