St. John the Baptist of New Brighton

ATTENTION, ALL PARISHONERS: Elementary Faith Formation is seeking a volunteer to keep track of volunteer hours for the Elementary Program. If you are organized and enjoy making lists, we would greatly appreciate the sharing of your talents. Your help would greatly benefit the students and parents in Elementary Faith Formation. The time commitment is only 1 hour every week, and you can do it at home! Interested? Please call Teresa Neuman at (651) 633-1540, ext. 1234.

ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION, grades 1 - 6, is still actively seeking volunteer teachers for the 2005-2006 school year. Training and support is provided. We need a 2^nd grade & 3^rd grade teacher at the 5:00 p.m. session; we need a 3^rd, 4^th & 5^th grade teacher at the 6:30 p.m. session. Please call Teresa Neuman at (651) 633-1540, ext. 1234.

RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS) is for those who wish to join the Catholic Church; classes start in September. This class is also offered for Catholics who want a refresher. RCIA is a journey of faith and conversion. Progress on the road does not necessarily mean knowing lots of facts about God. It is more like the relationship between two lovers. It is a personal commitment to conversion; a lifelong process. I welcome you to call me, Sister Clarinda, at (651) 633-1540, ext. 1228.

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, September 1, in St. Joseph Hall, 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

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

Y Renee Kane & Aaron Nutter on Saturday, September 10, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Kate's in St. Paul

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING CLASSES at St. John's on Sunday, August 28, 4:30 p.m., Rm. 211: (612) 789-9422.

TOTINO-GRACE BRIDGE GROUP meets at St. John's on the third Monday of each month, September through May, at 9:15 a.m., and we invite you to join us. Please call Jan McCauley at (651) 639-0102. We hope to see you!


	THE OPENING OF SCHOOL is rapidly approaching. We have openings in most grades: are you interested in a parish school education with small class sizes and a religion based curriculum? Come visit and see for yourself the miracles that occur here at St. John's School! Contact the principal, Sue Clausen, at (651) 633-1522. WE WELCOME students and parents to meet their teachers and see their classrooms on Monday, August 29, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. "Meet the Teacher Night" is an opportunity to bring your child's school supplies and visit the homeroom for the year. Our physical education, music, art, library, and computer teachers will be present to meet all of you. Take the time to meet all the teachers that your children will have for the coming school year. WE WILL BE READY on Tuesday, September 6, the first day of school. St. John's students begin their classes at 9:20 a.m.; school dismisses at 3:55 p.m.


	Everyone interested in quilting is invited to our meeting on Thursday, September 1, at 1:00 p.m. in Room LL108. Please join us; quilting is fun for people of all ages!

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:

Walking Group - The first two Mondays in September from 6:00 - 7:00 PM at Long Lake Regional Park; call Bob at (651) 690-4162.

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

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 we will sell caramel apple sundaes. Volunteers are needed! Please call Anne Marie at (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237.

September 13 - Monthly Meeting - Join the group from 7:30 - 9:00 PM at St. John's in Room 210 for socializing and snacks. We'll plan events for upcoming months.

September 22 - Restaurant of the Month - Join the group at 6:30 PM at Major's Sports Bar, 10950 Club West Pkwy. in Blaine. Call Deb or Brad at (651) 639-8210.


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


	CASINO TRIP to Hinckley on Tuesday, September 13. Pay $17, get $25 at casino! Depart from St. John's at 9:15 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. Deadline for sign-up is Friday, September 9; registration forms in The Plaza kiosks. Call Pat or Bob Wagner with questions, (763) 784-6308.