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St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
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411 Florence St.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734.483.3360
www.ypsilanticatholic.com
Pastor
Fr. Daniel Westermann
Deacons
Dcn. Wayne Charlton
Dcn. Steve Thomashefski
Dcn. Curtis Scholl
Dcn. Mark Millage
Office Staff
Business Manager
John Recznik
Office Manager
Laura Giles
Director of Discipleship
Jessica Jenkins
Director of Worship
Adam Plomaritas
Director of Food Pantry &
Youth Discipleship
Caroline Wright
Facilities Maintenance
Van Vandagriff
Eleonor Welker
Ernie Angove
SJB College Campus
Ministry
Director of Campus Ministry
Sr. Lisa Zelfa
FOCUS Missionaries
RCIA
December 13, 2020
Mass Times and Weekly Schedule�
Monday, No Mass / Tuesday 6:00 p.m. Mass with confessions 6:30�7:30 p.m. / �
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. Mass / Thursday 8:00 a.m. Mass / Friday 12:15 p.m. Mass with �
Confessions 11:00�11:45 a.m. / Saturday 8:00 a.m. Mass with Confessions 3:30�4:30 p.m. / �
Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. / Sunday Mass Times *9:00 a.m. / 11:00 a.m. / 5:00 p.m.�
*9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass is livestreamed�
Eucharistic Adoration every Wednesday 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. �
Parish Office Hours 9:00�4:30 p.m. M�F / Closed 12:00�1:00 p.m. �
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From Our Pastor�
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Dear Brothers and Sisters,�
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Happy Gaudete Sunday! Today the Church invites us
to wear rose vestments as a sign that the coming
celebrations are near! This different color definitely
stands out from the typical violet that is worn during
the season. The jarring vision of the pink.. er... uh…
rose, is meant to shake us out of any lackadaisical
spot in our hearts where maybe we’ve grown tired of
this season. Rather, we are invited to rejoice that
the Lord is near. I pray that our Lord pours forth an
abundance of His supernatural joy upon all of us
here at St. John the Baptist.��
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Confessions� In addition to the regular times of
confessions this week, we will again have confes-
sions on Saturday morning from after the 8am Mass
until 11am. As of writing this, I am still trying to get
some other priests to come help out, but I anticipate
there will be at least one other priest besides me, if
you desire to go to someone else for confession. We
will also have Eucharistic Adoration in the Church
during this time. Please, be sure to receive the gift
of the Lord’s mercy to prepare our hearts for the
gift of Christmas.��
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Adoration Times� We are hoping to extend the Tues-
day adoration times even outside of the Advent sea-
son. To do this, we need people to sign up to commit
to times so this can happen. If you are able to,
please use the sign up on the website. We are very
excited about these opportunities growing, and I am
grateful to have already heard from many of you of
the blessings of spending time with our Lord in this
way. �
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In Christ,�
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Fr. Dan�
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Your Financial Support�
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Thank you for your continued donations to St. John the Baptist!
There are three easy ways to donate, please visit
www.ypsilanticatholic.com and click on the Online Giving tab for
more information!�
�� Online Giving �
�� PayPal �
�� Mail your pledge envelopes to our address. Pre�addressed
envelopes are conveniently located in the back of your monthly
envelope packets! �
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Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
(RCIA Program)�
Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Are you still un-
sure, but interested in learning more? Are you Catholic and
looking to receive all your sacraments? �
At St. John the Baptist, we want to walk with you as you
learn more, discover the gospel and pursue the fullness of
the gift that Jesus offers in the Catholic Church. If you would
like more information,�please contact Jess Jenkins
at�[email protected].��
We look forward to hearing from you!�
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Upcoming Holy Days of Obligation &
Holiday Mass Times
Christmas Eve, 12/24, Mass times at
4:00p.m./7:00p.m./Midnight Mass at 12:00a.m.
Christmas Day, 12/25, Mass at 10:00a.m.
No confessions at 11:00a.m. and No Mass at 12:15p.m.
Vigil for the Solemnity of Mary, 12/31, Mass at 5:00p.m.
Solemnity of Mary, 1/1, Mass times at
8:00a.m./12:15p.m.
No confessions at 11:00a.m.
Lay Ministry
Lector, Sacristan, and Usher Teams:
Please see the sign up sheets in the Gathering Space
for the upcoming Holy Day and the Christmas Mass
schedules. If you are able, please sign up to serve!
We are still especially in need of Sacristans and
Ushers. Thank you!�
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Additional Reconciliation
Opportunity During Advent
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Saturday, December 19th�
8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.�
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MONDAY, No Mass �
TUESDAY, December 15�
† Mass for Mike McCully�
Req. by Leanna McCully�
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WEDNESDAY, December 16�
Mass for Int. of the Firn Godchildren�
Req. by Joe & Mary Firn�
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THURSDAY, December 17�
† Mass for Rock Gentit�
Req. by Debbie Brown�
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FRIDAY, December 18�
Mass preceded by the Angelus�
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SATURDAY, December 19�
8:00 a.m. �
� Mass for Int. of Chet White�
Req. by Patrice Davignon�
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5:00 p.m.�
Mass for Int. of the Firn Godchildren�
Req. by Joe & Mary Firn�
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SUNDAY, December 20�
9:00 a.m.� � � � �
� † Mass for Joe Rolph�
Req. by John & Nancy Rolph�
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11:00 a.m�
� People of the Parish�
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5:00 p.m.� � � � �
� Mass for Int. of the Firn Godchildren�
Req. by Joe & Mary Firn�
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-MASS INTENTIONS-
Diving into the beauty of the Faith has never been easier: at home, on
the go, or from any Internet connected device. Discover thousands of
books, audio talks, movies, documentaries, and studies�there is
something for every member of the family to help them grow closer
to Christ and His Church!�
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To create a FORMED account:�
1.� Visit FORMED.org�
2.� Click Sign�Up�
3.� Select “I Belong to a Parish or Organization”�
4.� Find St. John the Baptist by name or enter 48197�
5.� Enter your email and you’re in!�
FORMED is also available on Android and IOS devices�
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Be Love Revolution Winter Events�
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All high school girls are invited to attend Be Love Revolution’s BeLoved
events on various Wednesdays throughout the winter. We will meet from
7�9pm at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Ann Arbor and Our Lady of
Good Counsel Church in Plymouth. The cost is $3 for membership. More
information can be found at beloverevolution.com or by emailing us at
[email protected]. All BeLoved events will take place in the
church worship space. Please bring a mask!� Dates: 12/16 (St. Thomas),
12/30 (St. Thomas), 1/6 (OLGC), 1/20 (St. Thomas), 2/3 (OLGC) �
Food Pantry �
The Food Pantry is eagerly welcoming volunteers for
Food Packing (1:15 � 3:00 pm) and Distribution (5:30 �
7:30 pm). Please sign up via SignUpGenius on the Par-
ish Website under the ‘Food Pantry’ tab.��
We continue to receive donations of food in the gath-
ering space and vestibule, as well as suitcases, carts,
and reusable shopping bags to give to those who walk
to the pantry. THANK YOU to all those who support
the pantry through volunteering, donating, and pray-
ing!!�
If you have any questions please email Caroline
Wright at [email protected]. �
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Food Pantry Holiday Wish List: As winter rolls in, I
have had a few families who come to the food pantry
ask if we have any space heaters. If you are consider-
ing making a donation this Advent season, donating a
space heater, or money for a space heater would be a
great gift to some of our families in need of warmth! �
We are also accepting donations for new hats, gloves,
and socks to hand out to those who need them! �
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Food Pantry Holiday Dates: As the holidays ap-
proach, the Food Pantry days will shift from Thursday
to Wednesday for the following dates:�
Wednesday, December 23
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Wednesday December 30
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You may also sign up to
receive a daily scripture
reading by visiting
www.dioceseoflansing.org
John witnesses to one who is to come, one far mightier than
he, one will proclaim freedom and deliverance from sin and
death. As we await his coming again in glory, let us join with
Mary in singing the praises of God.
Ordo Book 14 | 3rd Sunday of Advent
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Rosary Reminder�
Recitation of the rosary is held �
in church every Saturday morning �
after the 8:00 am Mass.�
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Needing someone to talk to or �
pray with you?�
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Deacon Steve is available to meet with you. �
Please email him at [email protected] �
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PROMISE TO PROTECT ~~ PLEDGE TO HEAL�
If you or anyone you know has been the victim of child �
sexual abuse by someone representing the Catholic
Church, contact appropriate law enforcement. You
may also contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coor-
dinator. We will listen to your needs and support you.
We encourage you to come forward and speak out.
Please believe in the possibility for hope and help and
healing. �
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Diocese of Lansing Victim Assistance Coordinator is
Cheryl Williams�Hecksel, LMSW phone: �
1�888�308�6252 �
email: [email protected]�
All men of the parish are invited to become a
Knight. For more information, �
contact Ray Bayham, Grand Knight, �
at 734�482�0590 or [email protected]�
www.kofc.org�
Welcome
We extend a warm welcome to all new
individuals and families! Please register
as soon as possible at the parish office.
Registration forms are on our website,
www.ypsilanticatholic.com
Change of Address
Please visit the link on our parish
website .
Parent Pre-Baptism Class
Parents are required to attend a
preparation session and must be
registered parishioners for at least three
months. Pre-registration for this
preparation class is required. Please call
the parish office for more information.
Baptisms
Please visit our website/Sacramental
Life tab to view the Baptism policy for
our parish. You may also contact the
parish office, three months in advance,
at 483-3360.
Bulletin Deadline
All bulletin announcements must be
into the parish office by noon on
Friday one week before the desired
publication date. Submissions should
be in electronic format and emailed to:
Matrimony
Couples should contact the parish nine
months in advance to begin preparation.
Wedding coordinator:
Blessing of Expectant
Mothers
On the third Sunday of every month
after the 9:00 am & 11:00 am Masses.
Currently not happening until
restrictions are lifted
Anointing of the Sick
On the first Sunday of every month
after the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday &
after the 9:00 am Mass on Sunday.
Currently not happening until
restrictions are lifted
Lay Minister Information
If you are interested in serving as a
Liturgical Minister or wish to update
your schedule preferences, please
submit your request by email to
Requesting Mass
Intentions
Call the parish office to ask for a special
day. Weekday and weekend Masses
are available. The stipend for a Mass
intention is $10. Mass cards are also
available.
Thank you to our Cemetery Preservation
GOLD Sponsors of �
St John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery�
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Knights of Columbus Council 3230
Pat Walters & Sons
Patten Monument Company
Sanborn Monument Sales
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Courage is a spiritual support group helping Catholic men and
women live in accordance with the Catholic Church’s teaching
on same�sex attraction and/or behavior. Courage members
strive to develop lives of interior chastity in union with Christ,
through participation in the Sacraments, prayer, fellowship and
moral support. Courage meets monthly with a priest moderator.
EnCourage is a separate spiritual support group for family
members and friends. It also meets monthly with a priest
chaplain available. For more information about locations and
meeting times for either of these groups call confidentially �
517�342�2440 or email [email protected] �
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Visit the Courage/EnCourage international website at �
https://couragerc.org for more information and resources. �
All contacts are confidential.�
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Prayer to St. Michael �
the Archangel�
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St. Michael the Archangel, �
defend us in battle, be our �
protection against the wickedness
and snares of the devil.� May God
rebuke him we humbly pray; and
do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly
host, by the power of God, cast
into hell Satan and all the evil
spirits who prowl about the world
seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen. �
Yarn & Winter Wear for Food Pantry�
Do you enjoy small knitting projects? Or, do you have yarn
you could donate to someone who enjoys knitting? We are
seeking winter wear � hats, scarves, mittens � to distrib-
ute at the food pantry this winter! If you have any ques-
tions, or would like to help out with this project, please
contact Mary Oches at [email protected]. �
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3rdSundayofAdvent/December13,2020�
FirstReading:�
I rejoice heartily in the L���, in my God is the joy of my
soul. (Is 61:10a)�
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Psalm:�
My soul rejoices in my God. (Is 61:10b)�
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SecondReading:�
May the God of peace make you perfectly holy and may
you entirely, spirit, soul, and body, be preserved blameless
for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Thes 5:23)�
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Gospel:�
“I am thevoiceofonecryingoutinthedesert,‘Make
straightthewayoftheLord.’” (Jn 1:23)�
Joe McCadden� � Mike Rudisill�
Sally Lattuca� Katie O’Toole�
Rebecca MacKenzie� Craig Ramirez�
Claudia Dumas� � Andrea Oetjens�
Tim Green� Robert Zukowski�
Bruce Ridley� Jane Turpen� �
Theresa Nestorak Pete Pierce
� Marge Walters Capt. Ross Brown�
Nicole Kobish Hornbeck Mary Bellard�
� Lisa Aloisio Joe Firn� � �
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT OUR PRAYER LIST�
The names of the sick, homebound, and �
military personnel will run in this column for three months, at which
time they will be removed. To add a name, re�list a name, or remove
a name, please call the parish office at 734.483.3360. �
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Please Pray for our Armed Forces Personnel:�
Staff Sgt. James Eberts, Jr.�
Capt. Robert Eberts, IV�
MKC Ian Gable, USCG�
CMO Mary Gable, USCG�
Capt. Kristin Mixon �
Capt. Russ Mixon�
Staff Sgt. Stacey Moore�
MAJ William Muraski �
Cayce Whitcomb, USMC 3rd Battalion 5�
Cpl.Hailey Ann Roof�
S. Sgt. Ashley Rager�
Tech. Sgt. Jay Russell�
Chief Petty Officer, Jacob Meyer�
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ReadingsfortheweekofDecember13,2020�
Sunday:Is 61:1�2a, 10�11/Lk 1:46�48, 49�50, 51�54
[Is 61:10b]/1 Thes 5:16�24/Jn 1:6�8, 19�28 �
Monday:Nm 24:2�7, 15�17a/Ps 25:4�5ab, 6 and 7bc,
8�9 [4]/Mt 21:23�27�
Tuesday:Zep 3:1�2, 9�13/Ps 34:2�3, 6�7, 17�18, 19
and 23 [7a]/Mt 21:28�32�
Wednesday:Is 45:6b�8, 18, 21c�25/Ps 85:9ab and
10, 11�12, 13�14 [Is 45:8]/Lk 7:18b�23�
Thursday:Gn 49:2, 8�10/Ps 72:1�2, 3�4ab, 7�8, 17
[cf. 7]/Mt 1:1�17�
Friday: Jer 23:5�8/Ps 72:1�2, 12�13, 18�19 [cf. 7]/
Mt 1:18�25�
Saturday:Jgs 13:2�7, 24�25a/Ps 71:3�4a, 5�6ab, 16�
17 [cf. 8]/Lk 1:5�25�
NextSunday:�2 Sm 7:1�5, 8b�12, 14a, 16/Ps 89:2�3, 4
�5, 27, 29 [2a]/Rom 16:25�27/Lk 1:26�38�
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Eucharistic Adoration
Reminder that we have Adoration every
Wednesday from 9:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. & during
Advent on Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. until 5:45
p.m. We are hoping to extend this Tuesday time to
make it a perpetual time of Adoration. Please email
[email protected] if you are able to take an
hour to be with our Lord! Entrance to Adoration is on the south
side of the building near office entrance.
Readings of the Week
Vocations Department at the Diocese of Lansing�
As a way to increase prayers for & awareness of vocations to
the priesthood and consecrated life in the Diocese, each week
the Vocations Office will be sending out a featured
seminarian or woman in religious formation. �
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St. John the Baptist is on
@Ypsilanti.catholic and
Instagram sjbypsilanti
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Lay Ministry Teams for the Weekend of
December 19 and 20
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Lector� Usher� Sacristan�
Saturday�
5:00 PM�
Carol Charlton�
Mike Weathers�
Jeff Decker�
Dulcinee Landa�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
Sunday�
9:00 AM�
Tom Meyer�
Maralee Meyer�
Angela Parrinello�
Mark Welker�
Dennis Zielinski�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
Jan Rudisill�
Sunday�
11:00 AM�
Gary Czupinski�
Shelly Czupinski�
Barb Stimach�
Jim Stimach�
John Urbanic�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
Katie Gradillas�
Sunday�
5:00 PM�
Heather Koch�
Lawrence Koch�
Julia Landa�
Amanda Roche�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
VOLUNTEER NEEDED�
Toni Esteva�
The Diocese of Lansing Podcast �
The Communications Department of the Diocese of
Lansing is now producing a weekly podcast. You can
download it from any podcast outlet, including
Apple, Google, and Spotify, or watch it on the
Diocese of Lansing YouTube Channel. �
VIRTUAL Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Weekend Opportunity�
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Add a little sparkle to your marriage by attending a VIRTUAL
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend January 29�31,
2021.� Apply at� wwme.org. Need a different weekend date?
Check out� wwme.org� for all live virtual experiences being
offered around the country. Questions? Contact Chris & Darla
Vinton at�269�953�8287.�
ST. JOHN’S ANNUAL GIVING TREES
Located in the Gathering Space and vestibule of the
church. As in the past, we will be supporting HOPE
Clinic and Arbor Woman Pregnancy Help Center. �
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For HOPE Clinic, they are asking for gift cards only
due to COVID restrictions. For security reasons, gift
cards for HOPE may be dropped in the collection
boxes that are mounted on the wall in the
Gathering Space and narthex of the church. �
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For Arbor Woman, please bring unwrapped gifts and
place them in the barrels located by the giving
trees.�
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Please take a tag and give generously to those in
need this Christmas season. All gifts must be re-
turned by THIS WEEKEND. Thank you for your
support of our Annual Giving Trees!�
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