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St. John the Evangelist Parish, Olean, New York Page St. John the Evangelist Church

931 N. Union Street

Olean, New York 14760

716-372-5313

website: sjteole-

an.org

Liturgy Schedule

Mass: Saturday - 4:30 PM

Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 am

Monday-Friday : 8:00 am

Confessions 3:30 pm - 4:10 pm

Holy Days of Obligation

as announced

** If the Olean Schools are

closed due to snow

the daily 8:00 am Mass

will be cancelled **

______________________________

Our Parish Staff

Fr. F. Patrick Melfi, Pastor

[email protected]

Ann Sorokes, Coordinator of Faith

Formation

[email protected] Christine Olivares, Director of Music

[email protected]

Elena Batesky, Parish Bookkeeper

[email protected]

Katie Barber, Parish Secretary

[email protected]

Mark Lang, Building Maintenance

[email protected]

Parish Office Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays -

closed

St. John the Evangelist Parish

931 N. Union Street Olean, New York 14760

Trustees :Dan Butler and Carol Stitt

Our Parish Finance Council

Dan Butler, Rita DeRose, Mary Ann Los-

key, & Carol Stitt

Our Parish Council

Donna Brestensky, Kathy Brewer,

Dan Butler, Dan Hinz, Kathy Mahar,

Pat O’Malley, Larry Pavlock,

Dennis Pezzimenti, Anita Schmidt, Jay

Sorokes, and Carol Stitt

We Extend A

Special

Welcome

To those who are single, married, divorced, gay, filthy rich, dirt poor

and anywhere in between.

We extend a special welcome to those with crying newborns, those as

skinny as a rail, or those who could afford to lose a few pounds.

We welcome you if you can sing like Andrea Bocelli or can’t carry a

note to save your life.

You are welcome here if you are just “browsing”, just woke up or

Just got out of jail.

We don’t’ care if you are more Catholic then the pope or haven't been

to church since little Joey’s baptism.

We extend a special welcome to whose who are over 60 but not grown

up yet, and to teenagers who are growing up way to fast.

We welcome soccer mom’s , NASCAR dads, starving artists, tree

huggers, latte sippers, vegetarians, junk food eaters.

We welcome those who are in recovery or still addicted.

We welcome you if you are having problems or down in the dumps, or

don’t like “organized” religions.

We offer a special welcome to those who think the world is flat, work

too hard, don’t work, can’t spell, or come because Grandma is in town

and wants to go to church.

We welcome those with tattoos, piercing or just plain both.

We offer a special welcome to those who could use a prayer right now

.

We welcome those who are flexible, inflexible, tolerant or intolerant.

We welcome tourist, seekers, doubts, bleeding hearts and YOU!!

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Thank you for your continued support and generosity

to our parish. Each of us has a responsibility to share

our resources to help our parish grow in faith.

The Lord asks us that we share not from surpluses,

but that it be a sacrifice from each person.

The collection from last weekend:

$ 5143.00

Extraordinary: $ 280.45

Our Sanctuary Lamp

burns January 15-31 for the glory of God

in the Remembrance of

Philomena Aiello

By: Ron & Marlene Anastasia

Our Lady of Perpetual Help

burns January 15-31 for the glory of

God and in remembrance of

Marie Anastasia

By: Carol Moses

OpeningSong:#56010,000ReasonsWhy!

!""#$%&$':#471AllIsWellWithMySoul�

Communion:#361TakeAndEat!

Recessional:#630LeadMe,Lord!

Music Selection for this weekend

Mass Intentions for the Week

Saturday, January 27, 2018 - St. Angela Merico

4:30 pm - The St. John the Evangelist Parish Family

Sunday, January 28, 2018 - Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00 am - Mike & Donna Phillips by Marcia Phillips & Family

10:30 am - Theresa Luty by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Orcutt

Monday, January 29, 2018 -

8:00 am - George J. Moses Sr by wife, Carol

Tuesday, January 30, 2018 -

8:00 am - Francis Ryan by estate

Wednesday, January 31, 2018 - St. John Bosco

8:00 am - The Gergel Family - CR– by Bernadine

Thursday, February 1, 2018 -

8:00 am - Shirley Collins by Joan Corson

Friday, February 2, 2018 - Presentation of the Lord

8:00 am - Marie Anastasia by Lucy & John Capito

Saturday, February 3, 2018 - St. Blaise & St. Ansgar

4:30 pm - Mary Bartman by estate

Sunday, February 4, 2018 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00 am - Philomena Aiello by Gene Rogers

10:30 am - Balecia & Mater Families living & deceased

by The Mater Family

Let us pray for all the men & woman in the

military service serving our country,

Especially pray for those who are in active du-

ty

Alexandra McGuire - Alfred Reynolds -

2nd Lt. Matthew McClelland - CPT. Lindsey Kozuch

CPT. Anthony M. Nash - Ensign. Mark A. Nash -

Lt Comm Andrienne Roseti - Lt. Kaitlin Roseti -

Lt. Comm Jeffrey Vanak - Major Jeremy Dzuroff -

Join us for our monthly parish

Hospitality Weekends

Next Gathering

February 3rd & 4th

Sit * Relax * Catch up

LOW GLUTEN HOST Low-gluten altar

breads that contain less than .01% gluten are now available. Please let Fr. Pat know before

mass that you will need one.

For super bowl weekend February 3rd and 4th, Faith Formation will be hosting Hospitality weekend.

Saturday February 3rd after 4:30 Mass – All are invited to

enjoy soup and beverages in the parish center

Sunday February 4th after 8:00 and 10:30 Mass – All are invited for coffee and bakery items.

Also, as part of the Souper bowl of caring, we are asking parishioners to make an extra effort to bring in items to

support the Saint Vincent de Paul food pantry.

Second Collection

February 3-4

Church in Central

& Eastern

Europe and

Catholic League for

Religious Assistance

of Poland

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Regional Events

January 28 Christian Unity Service @ 3:00 PM at St. Stephen Church. Ecumen Award Ceremony included. February 7 - St. Bonaventure Faith Night - 7:00 PM February 11 St. Bernard (Bradford, PA) school gym. $30 includes boards/10rounds. Advance purchase necessary at parish or school. Designer bags/jewelry prizes

February 14 - Ash Wednesday

February 24 - 3rd Annual Catholic Woman’s Conference.

Cardinal O’Hara High School in Tonawanda , NY For more

information or to register online please visit

www.catholicwomanofbuffalo.org or call 716-222-0622. Cost

is $35 continental breakfast and Panera Lunch.

What’s Happening at our Parish

This week...

Monday, January 29, 2018

- City of Olean After School Rec : 3:00 PM -5:30 PM (Gr K-8) - Time Line Bible Study - 10:00 AM and 6:30 PM - Parish Center

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

- City of Olean After School Rec: 3:00 pm – 5:30 PM (Gr. K-8) - Grief Support Group - Parish Hall– 7:00 PM

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

- City of Olean After School Rec: 3:00 PM - 5:30PM (Gr. K-8) - Open Rec Basketball 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm - SJS - AA Unity Meeting - School Campus - 11:00 am - Noon

Thursday, February 1, 2018

- City of Olean After School Rec: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM (Gr. K-8) - Open Rec Basketball 6:00 - 8:00 pm - SJS - AA Unity Meeting - School Campus - 11:00 am -Noon - Choir Practice - Church Choir Loft - 7:00 pm –8:30 PM

Friday, February 2 2018

-City of Olean After School Rec: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM (Gr. K-8) - Open Rec Basketball 6:00 - 8:00 - SJS - AA Unity Meeting - School Campus - 11:00 am - Noon

Non –Denominational

Grief Support Group

!!Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month 6-7pm in the Church Hall. Call Catholic Charities 372-0101

for more information

A VOCATION VIEW Jesus called Simon, Andrew, James and John from their work as a fisherman to apostleship. How is Jesus calling you? Are you called to be a deacon, priest, brother or sister? If God is calling you to a Church vocation call Fr. Andrew Lauricella at 716-847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website – www.buffalovocations.org

Lady Knights is a Catholic woman’s group whose main

purpose is supporting various non-profit organizations in

our area. If interested or if you have any questions,

please call MJ Black at 716-307-8835.

Hope to hear from you soon!

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Attention Catholic Men, Knights of Columbus is

looking for new members Olean Council 338 Please Call : Fran Tripodi 307-0428

Paul Sawaya 701-6722 or Brian Graham 307-2437

“In service to One, In service to All “ K of C meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday @ 7PM

at St. Mary’s School. Use side entrance across from church

Would you like to offer a Mass Intention?

It is a holy and noble custom to have a Mass said for a

living or deceased person(s) or for a personal intention. We are happy to schedule your

Mass intention. Diocesan stipend is $15. Please call 716-372 –5313 or email

[email protected] to schedule a specific day or time.

GOOD NEWS

Do you have any good news that you would like to share with your parish family? Any awards or new things happening in your life? Does someone have a significant birthday coming up? We’d love to wish them a special Happy Birthday with their picture! Please contact Katie in the Parish Office 372-5313 or [email protected]. We love sharing good news!!!

Healing Mass Physical, Spiritual, Mental &

Emotional

All Four Aspects of healing

Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 2:00 PM St. Philomena Roman Catholic Church 26 Plymouth Avenue, Franklinville, NY

Rev. David Tourville, celebrant This Mass meets the obligation of the day.

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We Pray for the healing of the sick

and for their families & caregivers Sally Knier, Mary McCole, Kevin Eisenman,

Todd Vincent, Sharon Mikolajczyk, Fr. Bill Wangler,

Mary Wallace, Anita Keenen, Judy Lee Suda,

Lois Lyons, Don Lewicki Sr., Joe Anastasia,

Chris & Eileen Spence, Joe Butler, Ron Swick,

Carol Misko, Janet Haggerty, Dan Picccioli,

Rosella Kendzior, Gavin Riley, Kiley Murphy,

Carl “Jeff” Veno, Jennifer Sauter, Paul Hanson,

Crystal McCarten,Betsey Regal, Kevin Wenke,

Liz Lerchen, Sister Julie Ulrich, OSF, Sam Veno,

Tony Napoleani, Gloria Miller and

Sister Regina

“By His stripes we are healed” Isiah 53:5

January 28, 2018

Parenting Perspective

Home by Another Route, A Journal of Art, Music and Faith, by Charles Schiber III. IN this spiritual journal written over the coarse of a year, the author reflects throughout the liturgical season on the serendipitous interweaving of the music, art and faith in daily life. $8.95

Parish Archives : If you ever come across St. John’s

memorabilia or any printed material from St. John’s parish

from years past and you don’t want it, please bring it to

the parish office . Even if it seems insignificant , it may be

of value and importance to our parish. Thank you!

- Literature Rack -

Top 10 Reason Why

Our Catholic

Education Matters

#4 Southern Tier Catholic

School and Archbishop Walsh

Academy stress the values of

self-discipline and

commitment , which results in

graduates who make better

employees, capable of earning high wages

Southern Tier Catholic School

The Anthony Gerard Nash Scholarship established in 1983 and is given to the 2nd person with the highest score on the Archbishop Walsh Entrance Exam .

The first recipient was Lisa Droney and the 2017 recipient

was Anthony’s niece, Genevieve Smith. This scholarship is

available to any student that is planning on attending

Archbishop Walsh Catholic High School.

Marriage Moment

You are not your children! Your success as a parent does not depend on their success.

Resist the urge to take credit for your child's successes, lest you also take the blame for

their mistakes.

Father Bill is on the mend and feeling better each

day. He sounded very well on the phone. He

thanks you all for your prayers, cards and good

thoughts. He will be away from his home until the

end of March. If you care to send cards, please do

so to the address below. PS: Fergie is dog is

staying with relatives and is very comfortable and happy.

Fr. Bill Wangler

c/o Conniff Residence

68 Cowing Street

Lancaster, NY 14043

Do not let your kids pre-empt your beloved.

Our children are important and take a lot of care,

but sometimes we unnecessarily put our kids

before our spouse. Babysitters can be a gift from

God. If you aren't a parent, substitute "work" for "kids."

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Monthly Stand For Life

Pro-Life Advocates gather on the first Sunday of each month at Lincoln Park from 1:00 pm - 2:00pm to draw our attention to the dignity and rights of all human beings, within and outside the womb, from conception to the end of earthly life. Come and be a part of this witness for life on the first Sunday each month at

Lincoln Park in Olean,

St. Vincent de Paul Recycling Drive

Our parish extends its condolences

to the families of Shirley Collins , David Kwiatkowski

Joan Kula and Kathleen Dolecki

Please keep them and their families in your prayers

Bringing teens to Christ through a variety of Christ-centered events, Liturgies, dinners, game nights, outings & prayer for

the Catholic Community Youth of Olean 7th –12th grade

January 28th Youth Night in the Youth Room

February 4 Open Gym and Friendly’s

Registration for Annual Youth Convention in Buffalo. This experience assist with your growing desire to find more out about God and how He fits into your (busy & complex) lives.

Contact [email protected]

Ministers of the Holy Eucharist

February 3 & 4 4:30 PM : K. Fitzgerald, B. Fitzgerald & M. Baker 8:00 AM: M. Wenke, M. Wenke & P. Stromberg

10: 30 AM : D. Pezzimenti, C. Capito & T. Mark

Greeter Schedule

February 3 & 4 4:30 PM - Y McHone & N. Finely

8:00 AM - B/L Sherman & P/D Ksionzyk

10:30 AM - Butler Family & D/C Lindamer

Altar Servers February 3 & 4

4:30 PM: S. & A. Wenke

8:00 AM: K Padlo & M Sorkoes

10: 30 AM : S. & M. Hoffman

January 28, 2018

Lector Schedule

February 3 & 4 4:30 PM : R. Bowser

8:00 AM: M.A. Loskey

10: 30 AM : M.L. Plesac

Thank you for

supporting

our

patrons

Faith Formation Calendar Gr. 1-8

Faith Formation Calendar Gr. 9

Feb -14- ASH WEDNESDAY- Lent Begins

Feb- 18 - No Class Split Spring Break

To help out please bring your refundable cans and bottles to the Allegany Beverage and

Redemption Center located across from the

St. Bonaventure University at 3247 Route 417

Allegany, NY. Please mention St. John’s and all the

monies collected will be given to the St. Vincent de

Paul Society. If you are unable to get down

the Redemption Center, there will be covered

blue containers at both church entrances to

deposit your recycles and we will transport

them for you.

Jan - 28 - Attend 10:30AM Mass@ St. John's meet after Mass in school until 12:30PM

Feb -4– Help with after Mass Hospitality Gathering Feb -11- TBA-Possible activity at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse @ 1PM Feb –18– No Class President’s Day

Feb - 14- Ash Wednesday-Lent Begins Feb - 25- Attend 10:30AM Mass@ St. John's meet after Mass in school until 12:30PM

Contribution Letters

Please call the rectory office

716-372-5313 if you would like a end off the

year statement for your tax purposes.

The Southern Tier Pregnancy Center

will be running their annual baby bottle drive

from 1/13/2018 thru 2/14/2018. They are

asking that our parishioners take a bottle

located at both entrances home and fill them

with loose change and bring the filled bottles

back to church by 2/18/2018.

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