Pastoral Ministry&
Thanks to the wonderful response to doing some one to one visiting at our nursing homes--if you are interested, there is always room for more.  Call Anne Marie, 651-633-8333 if interested.  Thanks to:  Jean Koslowski, Renee   Jordan, Gerri Blanski, Gen Jacobs, Marcella Swanson, Patti Mayden.

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".  He speaks from his own life story and shares what he has gleaned along the way.  Watch for more    information, but mark your calendars for Tuesday,     February 12, 7:00--9:00 p.m. in St. Joseph Hall.  This event is being sponsored by Open Doors (divorced/widowed/singles group).

A parishioner, fairly new to our community of St. John's and to the country, is looking for some part-time work.  (household, child care, simple office help, janitorial).  Anne Marie and Fr. Bill have been working together in helping our friend get settled here.  If you can help with employment, call Anne Marie at 651-633-8333.

Faith Formation&
FIRST EUCHARIST PARENTS MEETINGS
First Eucharist Parent meetings will be held on Thursday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, February 2 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Joseph Hall.  Parent letters were sent out last week with the calendars.  Questions?  Call Teresa         Neuman at 651-633-1540 ext. 1234.

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.

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 24, 2002 at 9:15 a.m. in the Pastoral Center Upper Level. James Bradshaw, founder, owner, president, and CEO of the Bradshaw Group, Inc., doing business as Bradshaw Funeral and Cremation    Services, a funeral home firm having six locations.  The organization is devoted to creating meaningful events that celebrate life.  His presentation is titled, "Celebrate Life, Create a Legacy, Make a Difference." 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.  Our next meeting date is Friday, January 25.  We will meet the Jeanne Jugan room in the lower level of the Pastoral Center.  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