St. John the Baptist of New Brighton


	TAKE A PILGRIMAGE to the Shrines of France, September 26 - October 6, 2006, with Father Skluzacek! There are limited seats available, so please act quickly. The total fee package per person is $3,045. The pilgrimage will begin in Lourdes, the approved Marian apparition site famous for many spiritual and physical healings. Paris and Lisieux are cities included in the itinerary, including the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal and Notre Dame Cathedral. To take advantage of this opportunity, call Judy & Don Robinson toll-free, 1-888-694-2554, and visit the Marian Tours website, www.marian-tours.com, for more information. CATHEDRAL YOUNG ADULTS are hosting Theology on Tap at Sweeney's Saloon in St. Paul (96 Dale Street North, 651-221-9157) on Wednesday, July 19, at 7:00 p.m. Topic: Grill the Priests for Answers! Father Keating will be part of the panel. Theology on Tap is free, and all young adults, 21 - 39, single or married, are welcome. Check out more for details at: cya@cathedralsaintpaul.org. GETTING MARRIED: Y Jacquelyn Webb & Eathan Senogles on Saturday, July 22, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church Y Holly Honnold & Cristiano Peixeira on Saturday, July 22, at St. Mary's in Tomahawk, Wisconsin THE MUSIC MAN is an All-American family musical, and the St. Anthony Community Theatre invites you to performances on July 27 - July 29, at 7:00 p.m.; and July 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Anthony High School Auditorium. Tickets are $7 in advance by calling (612) 789-7228.


	VOLUNTEER HELP WANTED: If you are a plumber and/or an electrician, and would be willing to donate some of your time to a school project or two, please call the School Office at (651) 633-1522, ext. 1118. UNIFORM SALE: Donald's Uniform Sale is Thursday, August 3, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the school gym. The used uniform sale will be in the school cafeteria. NEW PARENT MEETING is Thursday, August 24, in Room 210, 6:30 p.m., on the 2^nd floor of the Parish Center.

JustFAITH make us more aware of poverty. Seventy five percent (75%!) of the world lives in abject poverty. What does our faith call us to do to change this situation and help our brothers and sisters in need? Find out what you are called to do through reflection, study, prayer, and community by experiencing the JustFAITH program. For additional information about JustFAITH, please contact: Marilyn DeMarais at (763) 571-6998 or marilyn.demarais@gmail.com; and Ann Riley at (651) 628-9592 or amriley@comcast.net.

IF YOU HAVE NEED of an Electra-Ride stairway elevator for your home, a St. John's parishioner has one that is no longer needed and would be glad to give it to someone who could make use of it. Call Grace, (763) 574-1352.


	PRAYER LINE Call one of these numbers with your prayer requests. All requests are confidential. (651) 633-1618 / (651) 636-5251

a social group for divorced, widowed, and single men and women. Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7:00 - 8:30 PM for socializing and snacks. The door is open; you're always welcome! Call Anne Marie for information, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237. Upcoming Events:

Sunday, December 10, Lori Line Christmas Concert - at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $50 each for adults; $29 each for kids 13 & under. Must RSVP & PAY for tickets no later than Thursday, JULY 20! Call Linda at (651) 636-6713.

Interested in Biking (1 - 3 hours)? - Call Bob, (651) 690-4162, for details; bike rentals are available.

Walking Wednesdays (through August) - Meet at Long Lake Regional Park (beach area) at 6:30 PM. 1^st Wednesday, Hot Dog Roast (bring eats); 3^rd Wednesday, snack to share. For details, call Bob at (651) 690-4162.

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


	Lance Cpl. Dan Aitkin is serving our country in Iraq. He is the son of parishioners Leeann & Robert Aitkin. Dan has informed us that two of his fellow soldiers never receive any mail. Would you please send a note of encouragement to these two brave, young men? Thank you: Lance Cpl. Nguyen Hoangquan Lance Cpl. Anthony Massimino CLB 7 CLC 117 Security PLT Unit 41760 FPO AP 96426-1760