Pastoral Ministry&
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, February 12, 2002.  Pete Feigal is coming to speak to us out of his own experience of living with depression and M.S. "Making the Most Out of Life" - finding the gifts and joy in what seems like    difficulty.  Watch for more information about Pete, but mark your calendars now.  This event is being sponsored by Open Doors (divorced/widowed/singles group).

NEEDED:  Sofa, twin bed, kitchen table & chairs, end   tables, for a parish member.  If you can deliver these items, that would also be helpful.  Call Anne Marie,    651-633-8333 ext. 1237.

Thanks to all of you who pray for one another week after week.  We get many calls on any given week from parishioners asking for prayers.  It is quite a testament to this faith community that you rely on one another so much.  It is also a wonderful reminder of the strength gathered by one faith shared by so many.  Blessings.

Adoration&
St. John's Adoration Committee members are reminded of the meeting next Tuesday, January 15 at 1 p.m. in the St. Clare Room (upper level).  We will continue planning for Perpetual Adoration which is scheduled to begin this Lent.

Faith Formation&
BAPTISM CLASSES
Last baptism class before Lent--Wednesday, February 3.  Call Mary Ann Zervas at 651-633-1540 to register for the class and if you have any further questions.

ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Please remember Religious Education Classes begin for the new year on Tuesday & Wednesday, January 15/16. 

CELEBRATE THE WORD
Celebrate the Word meets during the 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Masses in the Chapel of the Angels (after dismissal in Mass).  We are still in need of adults to help with music and programming, it's easy to share your faith with the children of St. John's.  All training and materials are    provided.  Please call Teresa Nueman at 651-633-1540  ext. 1234.

Adult Faith Formation&
SEEKERS (Adult Theological Book Club)
We are seeking to form an adult faith.  We read a wide  variety of books, and raise a variety of questions.  You are always welcome to join us, we ask only that you read the book.  The book for January is Papal Sin by Garry Wills (Image Books, Doubleday).  We will meet Thursday,   January 31, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Vincent De Paul Room.     Questions call Mary Ann Zervas at 651-633-1540.

CIRCLE OF WOMEN
The Circle of Women invites ALL women of ALL ages to join us this Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 9:15 a.m. in the Pastoral Center Upper Level.  Our speaker will be Nicholas Markell who will present, "The Word Made Flesh:  Icons & Iconography."  His presentation will explore icons and iconography from the perspective of the churches of the Christian East.  Often referred to as "theology in color" and "doorways to heaven."  Icons are scripture in visual form.  Nicholas will give a brief history of iconic development, liturgical character, and theological implications.  Actual prints of icons will be shown as part of the experience.  Childcare is provided by Kari Gill (please pre-register your child by calling 763-785-6947).

QUILTERS REGROUP FOR 2002
Beginning January 2002 the quilters meet the 2nd Tuesday and 4th Friday of each month from 1:00--3:00 p.m.  All interested persons are invited regardless of quilting experience.  All fabric is furnished and instructions are available.  Questions? Call  Myrtle Duffy, 651-633-5102 or Margaret Nelson, 763-784-5094