Sowers of Justice&

COMMUNITY-WIDE INITIATIVE FOR VIOLENCE FREE FAMILIES
An excellent new videotape, NOBODY HOME, has been produced on the important topic of violence as something which affects all of our lives.
It will be broadcast on KTCI, Channel 17, on September 20, 2000 at 7:00pm.  This is an opportunity for parish members to view and discuss the issues around violence in a group and develop an action plan that will sustain the activities and dialogue that promote peaceful relationships.  Archbishop Harry Flynn encourages us to take advantage of these opportunities to end violence and advance a civilization of love.

SEMINAR FOR HEALING ANGER & ABUSE
The Seminar is given by Scott Boeser, LGSW, of Project Restore.  It is at Epiphany Church, 1900 111th Ave N.W., Coon Rapids, MN. October 14, 8:30am--noon.

RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE MEETING
The St. John's Respect Life Committee will meet Wednesday, August 23 at 7:00pm in the Parish Center.  All members please plan to attend this important meeting!

Liturgy News&
MISSION SUNDAY
This weekend, Fr. Jim Notebaart, a priest of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis will preach at all Masses on the Missions.  Fr. Jim is the Director of the Office of Indian Ministry, the same office where Deacon Joe McPherson is now working.  The offering will be given to the needs of the Indian  Ministry.

NOTICE:  TO ALL PARISH GROUPS
Anyone wishing to have tables in church or selling items after Mass needs to submit in writing the date & times you desire so that we can calendar all events.  This applies to all, even if you have always had the space reserved in the past.  Please list a first & second preference.  We will be allowing only one group at a time, due to constraints with the narthex entrance being closed.  Groups will received preference on a first come basis.  Please leave your requests for Jay Hunstiger at the Parish office. Thank you for your  cooperation.

St. John's Nursery&
We are currently seeking a new Nursery Supervisor for Sunday mornings.  Hours are 9:30am--12:30pm.  Qualifications include love of children, ability to coordinate volunteers, maintain safety of children and ensure a safe environment.  This could be a shared position.  For more information please contact Bob Mike @  651-633-8333.

Youth Newz&
GROUP DYNAMICS TRAINING
Sunday, Sept. 10 12:00--4:30pm
DEADLINE:  Sept. 5
10-12th graders are invited to attend.  All peer ministers wanting to lead Jr. High retreats or Jr. High Odyssey must have completed this training.  Contact Rick Craig if you have any questions or want to sign up.

YOUTH MINISTRY SNAPSHOT
Divorce tougher on boys
Divorce more than doubles the risk for adjustment problems in children--and even if the post-divorce situation is ideal, boys are most likely to get depressed, according to a 10-year study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health.  Pre-divorce conflict is tougher on boys, the study says, perhaps because Dad leaving the home is more stressful for boys than girls.  On the other hand, post-divorce conflict increases girls' risks of behavioral problems, such as acting out. (USA Today, Feb. 7)