PARISH MINISTRIES
If you are interested in becoming a member of any of our parish ministries listed below, or would like additional information, please contact the individual listed under that specific ministry or call the parish office at 610-847-5521.
Church Cleaning Ministry: Urgent need for “more hands” willing to give an hour or two, once a month. “Leviticus 15: Cleanliness is Next to Godliness.” To volunteer, please call the parish office and leave your contact info.
Evangelization Ministry: The great missionaries, saints and doctors of the Church share a total consecration of their life and apostolate to the Blessed Virgin Mary. All great Evangelizations were profoundly Marian. The greatest “New Evangelization” after the time of Christ and the Apostles was the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi who “rebuilt” the Church. Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, our Evangelization Committee works to spread the Gospel through active participation in our parish and community. Reaching out to all to bring about a deeper faith and relationship with God. If you would like to learn more, Contact Laura Gumprecht at sjbevangel@stjohnsottsville.org.
Flame of Love Rosary Group: Join us each Wednesday morning at 8AM on the Marian side of the church to pray the rosary. This Flame of Love is Jesus living in Mary’s Immaculate Heart. The effect of this Flame is to burn so brightly that it blinds Satan- freeing souls from his grasp. All ages are welcome and encouraged to pray with us!
Knights of Columbus: Knights are Catholic men, 18 yrs. and older who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their church. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; it is about practicing and enhancing your family life. Father Stommel Council #4545 is our local council serving St. John the Baptist RC Church and St. Lawrence RC Church parish communities. To find out more about us contact Grand Knight Mark Janik, email KofC4545@aol.com or speak to any of our Knights. You may also visit www.kofc.org for more information.
Nitty Gritty Garden Club: Come and join our group, where we all share the same vision…creating an inviting, beautiful, and tranquil, place for all. We meet monthly and are responsible for the beautification of our parish gardens, including the Memorial Fountain Garden in front of our church. For more information, please click on our flyer. SJB Nitty Gritty Garden Club
Old St. John the Baptist Preservation Society: Responsible for maintaining the building and grounds of the “Old Church.” Records and provides historical information on our parish cemetery which was founded in 1743.
Prayer Shawl Ministry: Our members crochet and/or knit shawls & robes for those who are ill, lonely or just in need of comfort such as caregivers. We also give a baby blanket to each child of our parish at their Baptism. Our group meets monthly on the 2nd Monday, 6:30pm in the Marian Room. No need to register, just show up and take a seat at the table.
Respect-Life Ministry: Annual Respect-Life March bus trip to Washington DC is open to all parishioners of St. John the Baptist and St. Lawrence. Sign-Up for the annual “40 Days For Life” peaceful prayer vigil for more information on how you can help, contact Kevin Murphy, at 610-847-9942 or email to kmnasius1@gmail.com
SJB Red Rosary of Hope Ministry:+The Red Rosary of Hope is a visitation ministry bringing Our Lady’s message of Hope to the homebound and sick of SJB parish.+ Through the Red Rosary of Hope Ministry, we desire to spread the message of Hope and Redemptive Love as we pray along with Our Lady of Hope (her apparition occurred at Pontmain France in 1871)+A packet containing a Red Rosary (which has been blessed);a flyer about the apparition, and thoughts from PJP II on how suffering can be used as a powerful prayer is left as a parting gift.
“We are never alone; Mary is with us. We are loved!” + Please contact the church office if you are interested in a visit.