St. John the Baptist of New Brighton - Bulletin


	Pastoral Ministry


	Stewardship of Treasure Capital Actual Goal Campaign II September 14, 2003: $28,089 $28,890 $7,648 Since July 1, 2003 (YTD): $286,363 $294,047 $581,020 Children's (YTD): $92.00 God bless you for your generous support!


	Nursing Home Schedule Week of September 21: Tuesday, September 23 Word/Comm. 11:45 AM Presbyterian Homes Wednesday, September 24 Room Visits New Brighton Care Thursday, September 25 Room Visits 7:00 PM Innsbruck Mass 2:00 PM St. Anthony Word/Comm. 7:15 PM Trevilla THANK YOU TO: Pat Smithberger who has served on the Growing Through Loss steering committee for many years-- We thank you for your commitment to this ministry! May the Spirit lead you to new ministries… THANK YOU TO THE SEVERAL INDIVIDUALS who called to help a parishioner needing to get groceries. This has provided great relief for our parishioner and we are grateful to you. THANK YOU to the folks who responded to the need for Eucharistic Ministers at our area hospitals--new voices and new names to represent St. John's! NEEDED A Bethel college student needs a ride to church. Can you help? Call Anne Marie, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237. FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD We still need folks willing to share some time with our Families Moving Forward guests. They will be here the week of October 12-19. Call Anne Marie if you can help, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237.


	School News


	MARATHON The Marathon for Non-Public Education on October 4 is drawing close. The children have been busy raising pledges for a number of projects that are not otherwise in the budget. If you would like to donate, please call Sue Clausen at the school at 651-633-1522, ext. 1117.


	Seniors


	QUILTERS The quilting group will hold their usual meeting on September 26 at 1:00 pm in the Lower Level Room 108. We are happy to have new members--it is enjoyable and rewarding.


	AUTUMN IN THE ST. CROIX VALLEY Monday, October 6, take a nostalgic train trip from the historic 1916 Osceola Train Depot to Marine on the St. Croix. Car attendants share history and information. Great food will be enjoyed during a late lunch at the Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Restaurant. A stop at Pine Tree Apple Orchard will allow for an opportunity to purchase a wide variety of mouth-watering treats and gift items. Depart from St. John's at 9:45 am Return approximately 4:45 pm Cost : $45.00 ($50.00 for non members), includes transportation, train, lunch, and entertainment at lunch. Flyers available at the Welcome Desk or Parish Office. Deadline for registration is September 22. NO REFUNDS for cancellations after September 30.


	ST. JOHN'S MOVIE STUDIO! If you know how to produce videos, or want to learn, free classes are available at CTV-15. Maybe you're already certified? We need your expertise. Call Maurice, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1224. Roll 'em!

PLEASE PRAY FOR...

Those in our community who are ill:

Beau Anderson, John Battmer, Donald Beaubien, Marcelline Beseler, Marcella Boomer, Karen Bona, Shawn Brewer, Esther Cadwallader, Wayne Carlson, Ann and Louis Czech, Lenore Dougherty, Joe Fellner, Linda Franklin, Bernice Hopkins, Anna Horbatuck, Fr. Michael Joncas, Kevin Keenan, Br. Joseph Katzmarek, Esther Knapp, Mary Krenik, Linda Leier, Herb Loscheider, Julie Martinez, Nancy Mehrer, Rupert Meyer, Irene Mitchell, Lance and Ann Moe, Corliss Moore, Ray Nelson, Mary Peterson, Rose Ryan, Cynthia Schwall, Frances Sventek, Ted Spiess, Ed Stich, Richard St. Germain, Sr.; Bob Sorem, Sylvia Thorne, Judith Tschida, Frances Vonacek, Donna Waldoch, Helen Winger, Mildred Werner, Linda Zappa


	Thank You...


	to all who contributed their time & vast culinary talents to our funeral luncheons. Your kindness is deeply appreciated. Please remember to pick up your dishes!


	PRAYER LINE Call one of these numbers with your prayer requests. All requests are confidential. 651-633-1618 763-784-5254 651-636-5251