St. John the Baptist of New Brighton


	ST. JOHN'S ENJOYS THIS TIME of year with an opportunity to meet with parents and students. It is a chance to show the progress that has been made since the beginning of the year. Teacher conferences are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, November 21/22/23. Monday and Tuesday conferences are 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Wednesday conferences are from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. If you did not sign up for a time, you will get an appointed time assigned by the homeroom teacher, so watch for a notice coming home soon! ST. JOHN'S HAS OPENINGS IN GRADES 4 - 8. Please call the school office if you are interested in touring the school or meeting with the principal to find out more about our quality Catholic education, (651) 633-1522.

ALL SUNDAY SCHOOL & CELEBRATE THE WORD PARENTS: Attention! There will be no Sunday School or Celebrate the Word on Sunday, November 20, due to the Family Advent Event, and there will be no Sunday School or Celebrate the Word on Sunday, November 27, for the holiday weekend. Happy Thanksgiving!

CONGRATULATIONS to all our students who received their First Reconciliation last week! Thank you to all the parents, Faith Formation Catechists, and Miss Ptak for helping to form these students in their faith.

Teresa Neuman, Elementary Faith Formation Coordinator

SJB MEN'S FELLOWSHIP is a group of men who desire to be obedient to the will of God by gathering every week to share their faith and experiences through friendship, prayer, study, and fraternity. The next meeting is Thursday, November 17, in St. Joseph Hall, 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

CIRCLE OF WOMEN: We invite women of all ages to our next gathering on Thursday, November 17, 9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., in Room 206. The topic is "Awakening to Life in the Present" by speaker Lisa Venable. Childcare available; call Rita at (651) 639-0291 to register your kids. Call Shannon with questions, (763) 780-4449. We hope to see you!

JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH RALLY on Wednesday, November 16, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Awesome music, games, and a message from Augie Leal with SHINE Catholic Work Camp. All 7^th/8^th graders invited; $5.00 donation to cover dinner. NOTE: This will take the place of normal Junior High Faith Formation. Details available about Summer 2006 Mission to New Mexico!

MOM/DAUGHTER PAMPERING PARTY on Friday, November 18, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., in Youth Room. An evening of relaxation for junior high girls and their moms. Manicures, snacks, and time to reflect on God's view of our beauty. No charge; RSVP to Libby by Nov. 16, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1218; JohnTheBaptistYouth@yahoo.com.

WINTERBLAST LOCK-IN, Friday & Saturday, Dec. 16/17. Junior High Youth take over the Maple Grove Community Center! Mass, youth rally, ice skating, basketball, prayer room, swimming, crafts, DJ dance; $30 includes all activities, pizza, and transportation to and from St. John's. Registration materials were sent home and are available in Plaza kiosks. Call Libby with questions, (651)633-8333, ext. 1218, or JohnTheBaptistYouth@yahoo.com.

GETTING MARRIED:
Y Breanna Jacobs & Luke Herbts on Saturday, November 19, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING CLASSES in Room 211, Sunday, November 20, 4:30 p.m.:(612) 789-9422.

MOMS IN TOUCH meet every Wednesday in Room 211, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Join us on November 23! Call Carrie, (763) 780-5160, or Marsella, (651) 697-9164, for details. If you don't pray for your children, who will?


	ADORERS ARE NEEDED EACH WEEK at all of the following times: - Monday, 12:00 Noon - 1 PM - Monday, 3 PM - 4 PM - Tuesday, 12 Midnight - 1 AM - Friday, 2 PM - 3 PM OTHER HOURS are also needed, and substitutes are available for the times when you can't make it. Call Dorothy at (651) 636-1660 or Jerry at (651) 636-2054 to schedule a weekly hour of adoration or for more information. THANKSGIVING SCHEDULE: The Cenacle will be closed at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 24, and will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November 25.

a social group for divorced, widowed, and single men and women. Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7:30 - 9:00 PM in Room 210 for socializing and snacks. The door is open; you're always welcome! Call Anne Marie, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237. Upcoming Events:

500 Game Nights - 1^st & 3^rd Thursdays of every month in Room 210, 7:00 - 9:00 PM; call Carol, (763) 572-0346.

November 18 - Restaurant of the Month - Join the group at 6:30 PM at Don Pablo's, 2700 Lincoln Drive in Roseville. Call Mary Kay at (612) 782-3872.

December 2 - Establishment of the Month - Join the group for happy hour from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at Broadway Pizza, 8298 University Avenue in Fridley. Contact Brad at (763) 786-1448.

December 4 - Lori Line Music Show - 3:00 PM at the State Theater in Minneapolis. Carpool: Meet in St. John's west lot at 2:00 PM. Dinner reservations are being made at a local restaurant. RSVP to Linda, (612) 636-6713.

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