St. John the Evangelist
Our Mission
To form disciples of Jesus Christ who joyfully live out the Gospel.
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Join us on Saturday, May 18, for our Extended Outdoor Pentecost Vigil Mass at 7p.m., followed by fellowship, and then camp out with your children on Larsen Field overnight while we keep vigil with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration.
Pentecost was a life-changing, transformative event for the Apostles and all the followers of Jesus. It made their faith in the Lord real and gave them the power to live a new life in Jesus. Join us for a beautiful week in prayer waiting in the Upper Room for the Holy Spirit!
The Archdiocese of Baltimore has published the form for filing a sexual abuse claim and the deadline to file. Review all information and a letter from The Most Reverend William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore.
Registration for Walking with Purpose’s 2024 - 2025 session is now open. This Walking with Purpose is open to all ages! Register here today.
We invite ALL women to join us for our SPRING CONNECT COFFEE celebration on Wednesday, May 8, at 9:30a.m. (with childcare) or 7p.m. in the Church Gathering Space
80% full! Register today! Vacation Bible School - Save the Date, June 24 - 28, and call for volunteers. Learn more! Registration NOW OPEN!
The St. John the Evangelist School Board is seeking Catholic leaders who embrace the educational ministry of the Catholic Church, the purpose and vision of our school, and who are willing to give of their time and expertise in support of the school and parish community.
Damascus Catholic Youth Summer Camp will take place July 28 - Aug. 2. Registration is now open through Feb. 28 to use the Archdiocese of Baltimore code.
Experienced soccer players over 18 are sought for an Archdiocese soccer tournament. Learn more and join our team!
The American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Tuesday, June 18. Please signup to donate blood or to help volunteer onsite with logistics.
Upcoming Events
The Respect Life Ministry will hold our Annual Mother’s Day Rose Sale on Sunday, May 12, after the morning Masses while supplies last. Please purchase a rose or roses to show your love and appreciation to your mother for choosing life and for all grandmothers, adopted mothers, and spiritual mothers.
Second Sunday of Every Month! Come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses in the Auditorium, or if weather permits, on the Patio. Hope to see you there.
Monthly Children’s Masses, second Sunday of every month, with special children’s homilies during the 9a.m. & 11a.m. Masses.
Our next Life Night filled with games and fellowship is Sunday, May 12, 6:15—8p.m. in the Parish Activities Center.
Do you want to use the virtues to help you grow in holiness, but feel intimidated and don’t know where to start? Join Fr. Luke and Sem. Connor on a weekly journey to unpack the virtues and share how the virtues can help you become holier!
Our former pastoral year seminarian, Sem. Shiadrik Mokum, will be ordained a transitional deacon on Saturday, May 18, after which he will celebrate his first Mass as Rev. Mr. Shiadrik Mokum at the 5:15p.m. Mass right here at St. John the Evangelist.
Families, experience Pentecost uniquely and prayerfully together at our Pentecost Vigil Family Camp Out! Join us on Saturday, May 27, for our Extended Outdoor Pentecost Vigil Mass at 7p.m., followed by fellowship, and then camp out with your children on Larsen Field overnight while we keep vigil with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration.
Join us in celebration and gratitude as we recognize Ms. Buckstaff for her nine, faith-filled years as our school principal, and wish her well before she leaves SJES at the end of the school year.
Men of St. John the Evangelist are invited to join the Knights of Columbus for an afternoon of burgers, hotdogs and baseball during a Men’s Cookout on Sunday, May 19. We will gather at the Columbian Center to watch the Orioles take on the Seattle Mariners at 1:30p.m. Please bring your own beverages; the Knights will supply the rest! If you have any questions, please contact Shane McCarthy at sh74119@hotmail.com.
Do you want to use the virtues to help you grow in holiness, but feel intimidated and don’t know where to start? Join Fr. Luke and Sem. Connor on a weekly journey to unpack the virtues and share how the virtues can help you become holier!
Memorial Day - Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9a.m. All Parish Offices will be closed.
Share your love of Christ and your fellow brothers in Christ during this special time together. Invite your friends or make new ones.
Couples married this month are invited to receive a special anniversary blessing during Daily Mass at 8:30a.m. followed by a reception sponsored by our Joy in the Spirit ministry group.
Mary’s Center volunteers will be distributing baby bottles June 1 & 2. Please take a bottle home, fill it with spare change and bills, and return the bottle with your donation to the church the weekend of June 29 & 30.
Second Sunday of Every Month! Come enjoy fellowship with your St. John community and a tasty donut, as well! After all the morning Masses in the Auditorium, or if weather permits, on the Patio. Hope to see you there.
Monthly Children’s Masses, second Sunday of every month, with special children’s homilies during the 9a.m. & 11a.m. Masses.
Share your love of Christ and your fellow brothers in Christ during this special time together. Invite your friends or make new ones.
Join us June 28, 6—8p.m., for a fun family evening, open to all families with children from newborn to 5th grade!
Friday, June 28, 6—8p.m. at the St. John Fire Pit: Calling all middle school youth and high school teens! Join us for an evening of fun and games, pizza and snacks.
Our Pastor, Rev. Erik Arnold, will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of his Ordination in June. To celebrate this joyous occasion, all are invited to a Mass of Thanksgiving with a reception to follow.