307 Montrose Drive ● Folsom, California 95630

Phone: (916) 985-2065 ● www.folsomcatholic.org

Fr. Sylvester Kwiatkowski

PASTOR

Fr. Jossy G. Vattothu

PAROCHIAL VICAR

William Goeke

Jim McFadden

DEACONS

Fr. Ignatius Haran

PASTOR EMERITUS

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 a.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

6:00 p.m.

Holy Day Vigil 6:00 p.m.

Holy Days 6:30 a.m.

8:15 a.m.

6:00 p.m.

1st Sun. Spanish-English 1:30 p.m.

DAILY

Mon. - Fri. 6:30 a.m.

Mon. - Sat. 8:15 a.m

SACRAMENT

OF RECONCILIATION (Confession) Saturday 3-4:30 p.m.

& By Appointment

PARISH OFFICE

parishoffice@folsomcatholic.org

P 2065

Fax: 916-985-7579

www.folsomcatholic.org

OUR MISSION We the people of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming family.

We respond through active ministries as a reflection of God's love and witness to the Gospel in prayer, word, and deed.

Sunday, July 29, 2018

17th

Sunday in Ordinary Time

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For Next Weekend August 4 and August 5 EM’s A and Lectors A2

Altar Servers A2

Sat. 5:00 PM: Kimber ley Anne E., Daniel K., David K., Icen Diether P. Sun. 7:30 AM: Owen G., William G., Sydney G. 9:00 AM: Justin L., Marcus L., Jonathan T., Kaiulani W. 11:30 AM: Zachary D., Diego F., Chloe L., Joseph L., Elizabeth M. 1:30 PM: Nora C., Alondra G., Andrea G., Sofia H., Nicolas S. 6:00 PM: Jessica D., Lauren D., Zoe H., Daniel K., Finley V.

Thank you and God bless you.

July 28 - August 5

Saturday, July 28 5:00 pm - Fe Pagaduan† by Sue Styren

Sunday, July 29 7:30 am - Catherine Henretty† by Steven & Kim Thayer 9:00 am - Terry Libbon Sr.† by Libbon Family 11:30 am - People of the Parish 6:00 pm - Benjamin Diaz† by Family

Monday, July 30 6:30 am - Juan Orozco† 8:15 am -Kristi Rico (for birthday) by Mom & Dad

Tuesday, July 31 6:30 am - Manolita Gonzales† 8:15 am - In Thanksgiving by Gennie Reyes

Wednesday, August 1 6:30 am - Dayle Rawson† by Thomas & Margie Rawson 8:15 am - James Siruno (for birthday) by Siruno & Perez Family

Thursday, August 2 6:30 am - Ellie Kurrasch† by Tim Baldocchi 8:15 am - Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life

from Our Parish

Friday, August 3 6:30 am - Patricia Piceno† by Zanetta Family 8:15 am - Paul Sidorowicz†

Saturday, August 4 8:15 am - Brad & Janet Morris (35th anniversary) by Taylor Family 5:00 pm - Virginia McGinnis† by St. Vincent de Paul

Sunday, August 5 7:30 am - Jose Martins† by Ferreira Family 9:00 am - Billy Halloran† by Neil & Nancy Kelly & Family 11:30 am - Jerry Scarry† by Kathy Scarry 1:30 pm - Cynthia† & Victor† Austria by Marie 6:00 pm - People of the Parish

LITURGY AND PRAYER

Pray for the souls of all who have died, our family members, friends, and parishioners.

May they rest in peace.

Please pray for our sick parishioners, family and friends, and those in need of healing of the body and soul.

(Names will appear for one month. Call to extend the time or remove.)

Annamma Arlene Siqueiros Baby Carter Baby Elena Guillen Betty Iliff Bob Ely Bonnie Spencer Carine Stava Casey Spears Christopher Kovarik Chuck Cimino Cindy L. Darryl Hall Sr. Dean Key Don Russell Doris Bourgeois Ernest Deus Ester Raymundo

Gordon Ferriss Gregory Baker Helena Lucic Ja-Na Castillo Jean Reetz Jennifer Lezaic Jesse Diaz Joe Scalci Judy Klaisle Karen Norris Lois Boeck Lora Iliff Majeet Mandy Margene Goodrich Marilyn Dorr Mark Newman Martha Fuentes

Marty Baker Mary Jane McMahon Mel Ortega Nina Punzal Norma Aley Patrick Fenton Paulita Ferriss Paul Prejean Robert Vasquez &

Family Sarah Schnitzler Santino Justo Steve Kleinbach Steve Spenard Stuart Galka Therese Rearick

Adam Moma Alan Price Alex Gerow Andy Felix Angela Nolan Anthony Lawson Anthony Moore Benjamin J. Magana Capt. Jeremy Chuidian Carlos Madrid Chris Hammer Christen Brown Christopher Gilman Christopher McCaul Cody Stewart Colon Zook Col. Matthew Rice Col. Nader Araj Domonique Vargas Erek Hartsell

Eric Kilcollins Eric Nelson Gavin Wenell Grant Appleberry Ian Rubstello Jason Hayes Jay Guevarra John Buikema Jonathen Nanpai Jordan Bendel Justin Bates Justin LeClaire Ken Martin Kevin Bateman Kevin Quinta Kevin Salvaggio Limwell Dollesin Lt. Phil Caswell Matt Ruby Matthew Kearns Michael Francis

Murphy Nathan Dodd Rachael Anderson Rene Cornejo Roel Mabutas Ryan Joseph Bryla Ryan Sharp Sam Nichols Sean Martinez Sgt. Colin C. Pierce Shawn O’Neill SPC Eric A. Theby Stephen Holt Steven Hector Valdez Taylor Norris Thomas Pluff, Jr. Travis Hegstrom TSgt. Michael Ray

Coughlin Ty Edwards

Prayers for Our Troops We pray for our military personnel overseas. Call the Parish Office at 916-985-2065 to add or remove a name.

Readings and Saints for the Week

Sun: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 KGS 4:42-44 / EPH 4:1-6 / JN 6:1-15 Mon: JER 13:1-11 / MT 13:31-35 Tue: (Ignatius of Loyola) JER 14:7-22 / MT 13:36-43 Wed: (Alphonsus Liguouri) JER 15:10, 16-21 / MT 13:44-46 Thu: (Peter Julian Eymard) JER 18:1-6 / MT 13:47-53 Fri: JER 26:1-9 / MT 13:54-58 Sat: (John Vianney) JER 26:11-16, 24 / MT 14:1-12 Sun: 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time EX 16:2-4, 12-15 / EPH 4:17, 20-24 / JN 6:24-35

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The Eucharist, Nourishment For All

Today’s First Reading prefigures the multiplication of loaves and fishes that Jesus performs in today’s Gospel. The prophet Elisha performs a miraculous multiplication of loaves to feed one hundred people who were with him. As in today’s Gospel there is a surplus, more than enough. Today’s Responsorial Psalm is a celebration of God’s bountiful providence. As the miracle of the loaves and fish symbolizes God’s ever provident care, so this psalm praises His daily care for us, body and soul, never with-holding His compassion. Hence the psalmist’s attitude of profound trust. In today’s Second Reading God is calling us to a great dignity, to be His children. He forgives our sin and heals our brokenness. We respond by loving Him and living that love toward others. Our life-style proclaims His mercy, by living with humility, gentleness and patience. We do not allow superficial things to divide us. God’s Holy Spirit is a unifier, binding us together in the Faith. This love is what inspires others to join the Faith. In today’s Gospel we leave St Mark and switch over to St John, until September . Today St John descr ibes the miracle of the multiplication of the five barley loaves (barley was the food of the poor) and two fish. It was all the little boy had. He gave all to Jesus in total trust and in great generosity. Jesus transformed this great act of self-giving into something greater. The little boy’s gift became enough to feed well over 5,000 people. This small gift, given with enormous love, in the Lord’s hands, produced nour-ishment and repose for thousands. This is the prefigurement of the Sacrament of the Eucharist. For after Jesus gave thanks, blessed, broke and shared with the crowds, there was enough left to feed the 12 tribes of Israel (12 baskets), just as the Eucharist nourishes all the tribes of the new Israel, the Church. May we always be nourished with this Heavenly Food.

Important Events Calendar: July & August

31(Tue) Scripture Studies: Matthew: The King and His Kingdom,7 pm, Guadalupe Room Scripture Studies, in Spanish, 7 pm, Marian Room 01(Wed) Women’s Games, 11-4:30pm, Garden Room 02(Thu) Our Lady of Perpetual Help following the 8:15 am Mass. 03(Fri) Perpetual Adoration begins after 8:15am Mass and continues till 4:00pm Saturday 04(Sat) Prison Restorative Justice Meeting , 1:30pm, Guadalupe Room Youth Adoration, 3-4pm, Church 05(Sun) 1st Sunday Spanish/English Mass, 1:30pm, Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed prior to Mass at 1:05 in the Divine Mercy Chapel. Know Your Rights & Safety Planning (Spanish Workshop), following 1:30pm Mass, Garden Room

Additional Masses and Services

First Saturday, August 4, 1:30 pm Prison Restorative Justice Meeting Located in the Guadalupe Room

First Saturday, August 4, 3-4pm Youth Adoration All youth are invited to come and spend a special hour with the Blessed Sacrament in the Church.

First Sunday Spanish/English Mass Please join us on August 5 at 1:30 pm in the Main Church for the Spanish/English Mass. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be prayed prior to Mass at 1:05pm in the Divine Mercy Chapel.

First Friday, August 3 Perpetual Adoration Adoration will begin in the Church after the 8:15 am Mass and continue until 4pm Saturday.

First Thursday, August 2 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Following the 8:15 am Mass. Please join us in prayers of intercession

“Walka (W) – Fight” “W” Hour was the codename for the

date and time that began Operation Tempest in German occupied Warsaw, and hence the Warsaw Uprising. The exact time was 5:00 PM, 1 August 1944. The biggest, civilian uprising was a heroic and tragic 63-day struggle to liberate World War II Warsaw from Nazi/German occupation. The Polish people were still willing to fight and not give up. Undertaken by the Home Army (the Polish resistance movement), at the time Allied troops were breaking through the Normandy defenses and the Red Army was standing at the line of the Vistula River. The uprising was intended to last a few days, until Soviet forces arrived; however, this never happened. The Polish forces had to fight almost without any outside assistance. Initially the battle raged throughout most of Warsaw, but after a short time it became confined to districts in the West of the town. The key factor in the battle was the massive imbalance of weapons between the two sides. The German side was extremely well equipped, the Polish side had, initially, barely enough ammunition for a few days. Some areas fought for a full 63 days before an agreed capitulation took place. The losses on the Polish side; 15,200 insurgents killed and missing, (the youngest solider only being 12-years old), 5,000 wounded, 15,000 sent to POW camps. Among civilians 200,000 were dead, and approximately 700,000 expelled from the city. Approximately 55,000 civilians were sent to concen-tration camps, including 13,000 to Auschwitz. Material losses were estimated at 10,455 buildings, 923 historical buildings (94 percent), 25 churches, 14 libraries including the National Library, 145 elementary/ high schools, Warsaw University and Polytechnic buildings, and most of the monuments. Almost a million inhabitants lost all of their possessions. During communist rule in Poland (1945–1989), any commemora-tion of the Uprising was banned. Since 1989, democratic and independent Poland honors the memory of the Uprising as one of the most heroic and tragic events in the history of the nation and of Europe in the twentieth century. Every year on August 1 at 5:00 PM alarm signals and sirens are turned on. Public transport, buses, tram-ways, many cars and pedestrians stop in silence. warsawuprising.com

Pastor’s Corner

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Prayer Teams Ministry Members Needed!

We are excited to announce that St. John’s will be beginning a weekly Praise and Worship starting in September. These nights will consist of Praise & Worship music led by a Music Ministry team, a brief topic by a guest speaker, more Praise & Worship, and closing with special intercessory prayer teams. These prayer teams allow an individual to go to a “prayer team” and request to be prayed over for a special intention, whether it is one of healing, a personal struggle, peace, praise, etc. Members of these teams are trained and educated on the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This Praise & Worship is come as you are and about experiencing a new way of prayer and praise.

If you are interested in being a part of Prayer Teams Ministry or want to know more, contact Danielle Leyva

(916)985-7338 or email at dleyva@folsomcatholic.org

Scripture Studies, in Spanish Every Tuesday, 7pm, Marian Room

Please join us as we learn the meaning of the words and the rituals we recite and do during Holy Mass. We follow the format and teaching of A Biblical Walk Through the Mass. After the study session, we will walk to the Adoration Chapel for prayer and/or quiet time with our Lord. Classes are in Spanish. Contact Pilar Tallent (913) 548-9530.

Enrolling - Transitional Kindergarten (4-5 Year Old Program)

St. John Notre Dame (SJND) Transitional Kindergarten (TK) provides for all areas of a child’s development: spiritual, so-cial, emotional, cognitive, and physical. Active exploration is encouraged through learning areas and interaction with adults and peers. The difficulty, complexity, and challenge of activi-ties increase as the children develop understanding of concepts and skills. The program offers a balance of indoor and out-door activities, restful and active movement activities, and a varied curriculum encompassing faith formation, language arts, reading readiness, art, STEM, physical education, math, science, and social awareness. SJND is fully accredited through Western Catholic Educators Association and has won Best Private School in Folsom 4 years in a row! Tuition assis-tance and extended day are available.

THE NEED IS HERE, THE CALL IS HERE! MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN PEOPLE’S LIVES.

Volunteer to bring the Word of God and Holy Communion to our sisters and brothers, who are unable to come to Mass. Give two hours one Sunday a month to do this great ministry. Training provided. BE A BLESSING.

Call or email Dan or Kathleen Dunne 916-817-1675 danieljdunne1943@gmail.com

St. John’s Youth Ministry If you can assist in our youth ministry please feel free to contact Rachel Teresi at the Parish Office or send email to rteresi@folsomcatholic.org

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Perpetual Adoration is held in the church the first Friday of the month through Saturday. Volunteers are always needed between the hours of Friday 8:00PM through Saturday 8:00AM.

Please contact Veronica Thomas at thomas_vera@yahoo.com or Cathy Kovarik at 916-353-0688 for any questions you may have about the Adoration Ministry.

The Adoration Ministry has immediate need for Committed Adorers

Monday 11:00-12:00PM 2:00-3:00PM URGENT NEED Wednesday 6:00-7:00PM Thursday 7:00-8:00PM URGENT NEED Friday URGENT 1:00-2:00 and 6:00-7:00 1st Saturday 3:00-4:00PM 2nd Saturday 4:00-5:00PM 3rd Saturday 4:00-5:00PM URGENT NEED 4th Saturday 12:00-1:00PM and 3:00-4:00PM Sunday 8:00-9:00AM and 9:00-10:00AM

St. Johns Adoration Chapel is Open to Everyone 7 days a week

Chapel Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00-8:00PM (the Fatima Ministry holds adoration Friday until Midnight) Saturday 9:00-5:00PM first Friday and Saturday closed (adoration will be held in the church) Sunday 7:00-1:00PM The fifth Saturday of the month the Chapel is closed. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be recited by our volunteers daily at 3:00 PM

Parish Announcements

Today is the 5th Sunday and the second collection is for St. V incent de Paul. “Hunger doesn’t take a summer break.” In addition, your donations make it

possible to provide financial assistance for rent and utilities. Envelopes will be in the pews and in the vestibule. Checks should be made payable to St. John’s. We are grateful for your continued support. Thank you!

Front Desk Volunteers Needed

We are seeking volunteers to help out at the front desk of the Parish office. Tasks include answering phones, greeting office visitors, and some light clerical tasks. The plan is to have a few volunteers cover different shifts. Mornings are the most critical, as is coverage through lunch. If you are available between the hours of 8:30 to 4:30, Monday – Friday, have an interest in serving your Parish, like meeting and greeting people, and can set aside a few hours a week to help out here in the office, please give us a call: 916-985-2065 and ask for Jeroen or leave a message on extension 13. You can also e-mail to jsmit@folsomcatholic.org

Ministry Feature Announcement Does your ministry have an upcoming event? Would your ministry like to get more information out to our parish? If you would like an announcement featured on page 5 in the bulletin, please contact : Marie at bulletin@folsomcatholic.org

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SJNDS SCRIP GIFT CARDS School is just around the corner and it’s time to think about all those necessary school supplies. We have gift cards from some of the following merchants: Dennis Uniforms, Target, Walmart, Office Depot and Michael’s. When you purchase a gift card from any of these stores, it benefits SJNDS and you receive equal value of what you spend. The way the school wins is that the merchants donate back to the school. Bring cash or your checkbook to the scrip table in the vestibule near the music room and pick up some scrip today!

St. John’s Religious Education Program is in NEED of volunteers!

Administrative Support for Religious Education

Are you interested in serving the call to evangelization? The Religious Education ministry is looking for committed volunteers to offer administrative/office support.

Catechist Teachers & Aides:

Kindergarten and First grade on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am Fourth and Fifth grades on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30pm Second grade First Eucharist on Tuesdays from 6-7pm

Are you looking to serve our youth and our Church but don’t know how? If you are interested or have any questions, call Danielle Leyva at 916-985-7338 or send an email to dleyva@folsomcatholic.org

Help us share the truth, beauty, and goodness of our faith to our youth!

Celebrate the "Aloha Spirit"

with Island Culture, Tradition, Food, Music and Entertainment

Saturday, August 18, 2018 Gallagher Parish Hall 5:00pm to 10:00pm

We cordially invite you to join us for our 9th Annual Family event of fun, food, and entertainment. All proceeds benefit our Scholarship Program to promote higher education and Youth Activities to

promote healthy competition.

Contacts for more information and tickets: Percy Park (916)983-3368 or dbk576@aol.com John Leonard (916)985-0878 George Mettee (916)947-9543 or gmettee@sbcglobal.net Tim O'Neil (916)214-4133 or oneil.tms@gmail.com

Dress: Island Attire (Casual) Time: Doors "Open" at 5:00pm Dinner: 6:00pm to 7:00pm Keiki Program: 7:00pm to 7:30pm Special Guest: 7:30pm to 8:00pm Entertainment: 8:00pm to 9:00pm (Hui O Hawaii Dance Group) Donations: Adults (17+) $ 25, Young Adults: (10-16)$10, Children 9 and Under FREE

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BISHOP GALLEGOS MATERNITY HOME 12th ANNUAL FUNDRAISER DINNER

Sunday, September 9, 2018, 5pm Dante Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: John McGinness who has spent more than 31 years with the Sheriff’s Department and hosts his own show on Sacramento’s top rated NewsRadio KFBK.

If you can help we are looking for items for the dinner’s silent auction and completed baskets for the dinner raffle.

$75 per person, Tables of 10 can be reserved. For more information contact Kathy Baxter 916-337-6824

July is Natural Family Planning Month designated by the National Council of Catholic Bishops.

In July, the Respect Life Ministry shines a light on Natural Family Planning Month . As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Humanae Vitae this year, we take another look at NFP with its many benefits, both physical and spiritual.

Today's NFP is not your grandmother's rhythm method. Fol-lowing the biological clues in our bodies and using our natural rhythms, without chemicals, we can achieve above 97% suc-cess in delaying pregnancy. It is also used by couples who struggle with infertility and wish to conceive a child.

For married couples who want to be generously open to life, NFP is God's design for the family. Helpful resources are In the CD kiosk at the back of the church, including Dignity Health's Schedule of Introductory Sessions that are held every month in Sacramento.

UNBOUND Freedom in Christ Conference is coming to St. John the Baptist Parish

Friday, August 10, 6:30pm - 9pm & Saturday, August 11, 9am - 6:30pm Speakers: Neal and Janet Lozano

Executive Director of Heart of the Father Ministries and the Unbound ministry efforts.

WHAT IS UNBOUND? Unbound is a ministry of freedom and healing that helps to release the Power of the Gospel into our lives. We all have areas in our lives where we don’t expe-rience freedom. These can be wounds from our past, patterns of habitual sin, addictions, negative thoughts, resentments, and other forms of spiritual difficulty. Jesus came to set us free by breaking the power of evil and revealing the love of God. This conference will equip you to cooperate with God as He sets you free.

Register online for $50 in advance or $65 at the door https://scd.formstack.com/forms/unbound

Questions? Contact Maria Liranzo at 916-733-0242 or mliranzo@scd.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Since St. Johns is hosting this event August 9th, 10th and 11th. we need about 50 volunteers primarily for Saturday, August 11 to provide hospitality services, reception tables, setup and clean up among other volunteer opportunities. If you are inter-ested in helping with this exciting event, please contact the office at 916-985-2065 and leave your contact information and what you would like to help with.

Annulments & Divorces Diocese of Sacramento: The Tribunal

Divorced and looking for closure? Remarried and yearning to return to the sacraments? Have you considered petitioning for an annulment of a former marriage or have questions or concerns about the annulment process? The Diocesan Tribunal has trained lay people, deacons and priests throughout the diocese who may assist you. For information contact the Tribunal by phone, (916)733-0225 or email, TribunalDept@scd.org.

Bulletin Articles are due on Monday by 3:00 pm. You can e-mail to bulletin@folsomcatholic.org,

or bring your article to the parish office, attention: Marie

“Try to keep your soul always in peace and quiet, always ready for whatever our Lord may wish to work in you. It is certainly a higher virtue of the soul, and a greater grace, to be able to enjoy the Lord in different times and different places than in only one.”

~ Ignatius of Loyola

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e-mail: re@folsomcatholic.org 916-

RCIA

Classes every 3rd Saturday, 9 – 10 am in the Garden Room. Call Parish Office to schedule a meeting with the priests or deacon prior to taking the preparation class and scheduling a Baptism.

Pastoral Council Members: Tim Conner (Chair), Drew Johnson, Wendy Cadei,

Allan Starosciak, Rene Morales, Bill Carpentier, Genny Arietta, Jeff Russell, Vinnie Paulson,

Felipe Rodriguez, Jeroen Smit, Fr. Sylvester Kwiatkowski