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Hello all!

Changes Coming to This Weekly Email!
Next week, this email will be sent from our new database software. You will notice that this will have more color and imagery! While we are limited in what we can add currently, Ministry Platform will allow this and a little more. If you do not receive the weekly email next week by end of the day on Wednesday (May 22), please contact communications@stjohn-catholic.org and let us know!

Transitional Diaconate Ordination ~ Jonah Beckham
Saturday, June 1 at 10 am at Our Lady’s Cathedral in Oklahoma City
One of our very own seminarians, Jonah Beckham, will be ordained to the transitional diaconate on Saturday, June 1 at 10 am at Our Lady’s Cathedral in Oklahoma City. He will serve as deacon at all the Masses here at St. John’s June 1-2, and there will also be a reception for him in the Great Hall after the 11:30 am Mass on Sunday. All are welcome to attend!

Order of the Holy Sepulchre Mass
THIS Friday, May 17 at the regular 5:30 pm Mass
This Friday at the 5:30 pm Mass, The Knights of the Holy Sepulchre around the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City will be present. Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Coakley with Archbishop Beltran concelebrating.

CLICK HERE to read this Sunday’s bulletin. 

Faith Formation & Prayer Opportunities:

Men of St John’s
While the Thursday morning men’s group is on summer break until September, as an alternative, I would like to invite fellow brothers in Christ to join us for the morning Rosary on Thursdays before the 7:30 am mass. Since we start promptly at 6:55 am, you can hit the snooze button a couple of times after your alarm clock goes off for normal men’s group. We don’t take attendance...There is no assigned seating. If you don’t have a rosary...no problem...we’ll provide you one...to keep! Just show up and meet us in the church and spend about 20 minutes getting to know Our Lady each Thursday. Unfortunately, we don’t offer breakfast either, but what we can offer you is a great start to your day each Thursday morning with fellow brothers in Christ together in intercessory prayer to our Lord’s Mother. And it’s Powerful. Come and experience that relationship. See you Thursday morning. For more information contact or text John Major 405-409-5437.

Catholicism 101 with Fr. Alex
NEXT Thursday, May 23, 6:30-7:45 pm in the Great Hall
Learn about the faith--Different Topics Each Month. Adult beverages and limited childcare provided. Register here for Catholicism 101 on May 23.

Is the Lord calling you to a deeper relationship? Exodus 90
First Online Meeting May 20
Join other men as they take a step with Mary towards complete obedience with the Lord through “Behold Your Mother” an Exodus program. The Lord calls us to daily reflection and prayer, weekly meetings and other disciplines as fraternal spiritual exercises. For more information, contact Chris Lagerlef (972-689-9456) for details on the first online meeting on May 20.

Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi
Sunday, June 2 at 10:15 am beginning in the Church
The Eucharist is the source & summit of our faith! Let’s honor our Lord, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament! The walk will begin in the church and will go around the church & school campuses.

ACTS Retreats for Men & Women
Women’s Retreat- September 26-29
Men’s Retreat- October 24-27
Upcoming Fall ACTS retreats are open to all parishioners; so SAVE THE DATE! Registration coming soon! Learn more by visiting our website. You can also contact Stephanie Stovall at adults@stjohn-catholic.org or (405) 340-0691.

Spiritual Direction at St. John’s
Spiritual Direction is a process guided by the Holy Spirit in which two people enter into a unique conversation. The Spiritual Director is trained to listen in a particular way to hear where God is present and acting in the life of another. The primary focus of Spiritual Direction is on a person’s experience of God, often occurring in prayer, but not limited to times of formal prayer. Spiritual Direction is most concerned with helping a person with his or her relationship with God. If you are interested in Spiritual Direction to deepen your own personal relationship with Jesus, please reach out to Erin Snow at esnow@stjohn-catholic.org or (405) 340-0691.

Joy of the Eucharist Podcast
Tune in now to our podcast- “Joy of the Eucharist.” Listen on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, our Youtube page, or our website! Just search "Joy of the Eucharist" and be sure to like and subscribe so you will get updated when new episodes are published! We hope that this podcast inspires all who listen to cultivate a deeper love and devotion for Jesus, truly present in the most holy Sacrament of the altar. Click here to begin listening on our website!

Pilgrimage to Poland & Hungary with Fr. Novak
October 13-24, 2024
Visit sites important to the life of St. John Paul II and enjoy the culture of Eastern Europe. This pilgrimage is through the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma and is being led by our very own pastor, Fr. Novak! Visit cfook.org/pilgrimage to learn more.

Discipleship Conference – Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
Saturday, August 10 at the OKC Convention Center
Mark your calendars to attend the OKC Discipleship Conference on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the OKC Convention Center. This full-day event will offer keynotes from national speakers Edward Sri and Hilary Draftz, inspiring breakout sessions, liturgies, exhibits, and music that celebrate our Catholic faith. This event will inspire, equip, and encourage you to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to share the Good News with a world that desperately needs it. Be one of 1,800 attendees who will connect with friends and make new acquaintances as well as meet the Lord in prayer and the sacraments. The day will end with the vigil Mass with Archbishop Paul Coakley. Click here to register!

High School Youth Opportunities:

• Day of Reflection for Women (Middle School or older)
  THIS Saturday, May 18 from 9 am-3:30 pm at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lawton
  This is a Day of Reflection for women and young ladies who are interested in discerning Religious Life or just wanting to know more about the vocation. We will have time for prayer, adoration, confession, fellowship, and talks on Religious Life and discernment. Age range is anyone in Middle School or older (middle school ladies are asked to be accompanied by a parent). Please click here to register by May 10. Please reach out to Karen Robinson if you have any questions- (405) 721-1416.
• 242- High School Archdiocesan Youth Night
  Saturday, June 1 from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Parking Lot
  Join us for 242! A quarterly gathering of all high school youth in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. We will have Nerf Wars, Inflatables, Yard games, Community Prayer, Sno Cone Truck, Grilled Food, and Coffee Shop with Baristas. You don’t want to miss it! Click here to learn more and register.
• Jesus & Java
  Meets every Thursday at 7 am at Ellis Island on Broadway
  Join us for morning coffee and conversations about Jesus!

Prayer and Life Workshops
Began February 21, Every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Commons for 15 weeks
Like in a workshop where you learn to work by working, here you learn to pray by practicing different payer methods, from the first steps of simple prayer to the heights of contemplation. Join us for this 15 week workshop from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Commons. Register for the Prayer and Life Workshops here.

Moms of St. John’s Study
Every Wednesday, 9:30-11 am in the Council Room
A time for moms to come together for fellowship and growing in faith together! We will be going through the study: Rescue Project. Oftentimes our Christian faith is experienced as a mere set of rules and disciplines, and simply going to Church isn’t likely to lead us to embark on the great adventure that is following Jesus and continuing His mission of the rescuing of this world. The Rescue Project seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way. Join us for this video Bible study experience imbued with beauty, authentic humanity, and accompaniment. Limited childcare provided, please register. Hope to see you there! Register for the Mom’s of St. John’s Study here.

Visitation Groups
What is a Visitation Group? Essentially, it is a group (8-10 people) that come together every week to walk the faith together in formation and encouragement. Click here to read more, or you can click here to watch a video message from our pastor, Fr. Novak.

Outreach:

Blood Drive
THIS Sunday, May 19, 8:30 am-1 pm in the Great Hall
Save the date for our next blood drive- Sunday, May 19, 8:30 am-1 pm in the Great Hall. In addition to our normal giveaways, we have blessed medals we are giving to each donor - Saint Januarius medal - Patron Saint of Blood Donors.

“Giving blood is truly a pro-life act.” -Archbishop Paul Coakley

11th Annual Gift of Love Gala & Raffle Tickets
After Masses during May in the Commons Foyer
The Knights of Columbus will be selling Gala and Cash Raffle tickets in the Commons Foyer after all weekend Masses during April and May. You do not need to be present to win on the Raffle. For questions or tickets you can contact RJ Schulte at (405) 620-7491. Thank you for supporting the Center of Family Love!

Timeout
Every Wednesday from 10 am-1 pm in the Commons
Calling all Seniors and Caregivers: Let’s take some “TimeOut” to get together with friends and make new ones. TimeOut is celebrating its 23rd year offering socialization and programs that entertain and enrich. We celebrate Mass and enjoy a meal together. Check us out on Wednesdays from 10-1 in the Commons. For more information, contact Debbie Kosters 405-204-1783 or Pat Bourgeois 405-938-5544.

2024 Annual Catholic Appeal
“Live in the Spirit”
If you haven’t given a gift, you are invited to make your pledge now. The Annual Catholic Appeal supports ministries such as Catechist Formation, College Campus Ministry, Catholic Schools, Cause for Canonization, Discipleship Conference, Seminarian Education, Our Lady of Guadalupe Youth Camp and more. No gift is too small. Thank you for your prayerful and generous consideration. Learn more or make a gift online at https://archokc.org/aca-sjb

When your gift is drafted each month, let it be a reminder to pray for the ministries benefiting from your gift. It also allows the Church to save money on postage and processing costs allowing more of each dollar to go to the ministries. You can learn more or make your gift online at https://archokc.org/aca-sjb

Employment Opportunities:

School Positions for the 2024-25 School Year
-Teachers
-Substitute Teachers
CLICK HERE to view available position descriptions and apply.

Positions within the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
-Part-Time Event Coordinator for the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma
CLICK HERE to view all available position descriptions and apply.

Happy Easter to you and your family!

Sincerely,

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
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