St. John the Baptist of New Brighton


	MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Thursday, August 4, is the uniform sale, 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. New uniforms will be in the cafeteria, and used uniforms are available in the gym. Also, if you are interested, there are LANDS' END catalogs in the kiosk near the School Office. WE STILL HAVE OPENINGS in most grades! Call the School Office to register your children, (651) 633-1522, ext. 1118.

ATTN., ALL FAITH FORMATION FAMILIES: Registration for Sunday School, Elementary Faith Formation, Junior High, and the Sacraments of Reconciliation/Eucharist and Confirmation are taking place now. Registration will close on Monday, August 15. Please make sure to register your child before August 15! Registration forms are available in the kiosks in St. Paul Plaza. Thank you!

DO YOU ENJOY SHARING YOUR FAITH? Does the idea of passing on Catholic traditions, rituals, and values to our children bring a smile to your face? If so, Elementary Faith Formation invites you to be a catechist (teacher) of the faith to children in our parish in grades 1 - 6. We meet September - April on Wednesday evenings; training is provided. This is a great way to grow in your faith and become an active member of our community. I especially need 1^st and 4^th grade teachers! Interested? Please call Teresa Neuman at (651) 633-1540, ext. 1234.

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, August 4, in St. Joseph Hall from 6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

GETTING MARRIED:
"HE FORMED A WOMAN OUT OF THE RIB AND BROUGHT HER TO THE MAN." (Genesis 2:22)

Y Sheila Liefert & Terrance Lee on Saturday, August 6, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church

Y Kristina Cloutier & Kevin Westphall on Saturday, August 13, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church

JULY BAPTISMS:

J Benson William Hartmann, child of Karen & Jason
J Samuel Stanley Kufus, child of Angela & Daniel
J Gina Marie Pehl, child of Nancy & Matthew
J Sophia Lyn Simmer, child of Tonya & Jeffrey
J Owen Richard Sorvari, child of Tina & Brian
J Miguel Dy Valeroso, child of Jo-Ann & Vincent
J Audrey Dolores Walsh, child of Barbara & David
J Audrey Cecelia Wilson, child of Tracy & Reid


	HOLY COW! Father Bill is leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, March 27 - April 5, 2006. Brochures are available in The Plaza kiosks. FATHER KEATING extends a warm word of thanksgiving to St. John's Parish and everyone involved in the beautiful reception for him during his last weekend with us, June 11/12, especially the Council of Catholic Women and the Funeral Luncheon Committee. God bless all of you!

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:

Volleyball - Every Monday at 6:30 PM, Moore Lake Park on Old Central; call Brad at (763) 571-3903.

Walking Group - Every Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30 PM; meet at the boat launch area at Long Lake Regional Park. Call Mary Kay at (612) 782-3872.

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

August 5 - Establishment of the Month - Join the group for happy hour from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at Champps, 2397 Palmer Dr., New Brighton. Call Lynn at (763) 571-3903.

August 9 - Monthly Meeting - Join the group from 7:30-9:00 PM at St. John's in Room 210 for socializing and snacks. We'll also be planning events for the upcoming month(s). If you wish to, bring an item to donate for the Open Doors "singles basket" for the Fallfest Gala.

August 25 - Restaurant of the Month - Join the group at 6:30 PM at Broadway Pizza, 8298 University Ave. in Fridley. Call Bob at (651) 690-4162.

September 2 - Establishment of the Month - Join the group for happy hour from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at The Green Mill Restaurant, 1000 Gramsie Road in Shoreview. Call Bev at (763) 571-3903.

St John's Fall Festival: September 17 &18 - The group will be having a booth again this year and will be selling caramel apple sundaes. If you would like to help out, call Anne Marie at (651) 633-8333, ext 1237.


	St. John's has a great website! www.stjohnnb.com