St. John of the Cross Parish

"But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth.
He will not speak on his own, but he will speak what he hears,
and will declare to you the things that are coming.”
                                                                                                                  - John 16:13

Bible Study

“Who do you say that I Am?” This is the question Jesus asked His Apostles 2000 years ago. It's a question Christians and atheists alike​ have asked throughout history. There are volumes of theological discourses which seek to answer this simple question.
Join our Pastoral Associate, Tara Mowery, for a nine-week Bible study exploring Jesus' own answers to this question. Working through the Gospel of John and John's Book of Revelation, we will study the "I Am" statements of Jesus. Answering this question may change your life.
This study will run on Tuesdays from 9 am to 10:30 am in Meeting Rm. 2 for nine consecutive weeks, starting on April 3. Each week is independent, so if you miss a week, feel free to join us for the next session. Please bring your favorite Bible.

Thank you to those who participated in the 2018 Extravaganza on May 5. We had an opportunity to “Meet & Greet” Fr. John Betters, Fr. Scott Goodfellow and Fr. Tim Roth. The raffles raised over  $3,500 for parish ministries. Click here for photos.

Want to volunteer to help spruce up our beautiful parish grounds? The St. Fiacre and Social Justice ministries are hosting a beautification of the outdoor shrine, Stations of the Cross Trail and planting of the Lenten Garden. This service project begins on Saturday, June 9 at 8 am. Students can apply this activity to their service credits. Just show up!  (Please bring your own rakes.)
 
 

Fr. Tim Buyansky, OSB ‘60 was featured in the Spring Issue of Ora et Labora magazine published by St. Andrew Abbey and Benedictine High School. The article honors his over 40 years of achievements as Prior for the abbey and faculty at the high school beginning in 1970. The story highlights his successful run as theater director of over 40 plays and musicals. Read the article here.
 

Our Spiritual Wellness Center is up and running. The materials include literature and talks on scripture, prayer life, the Church and more. These are resources that are available FREE to you. All we ask is that when you are finished with the book, pamphlet or CD, that you pass it on to someone else.

Be an active part of the 10th Anniversary celebration planned for St. John of the Cross Parish! Beginning in June, you will have an opportunity to share your memories of St. Felicitas and St. Paul as well as stories about your experiences at St. John of the Cross. Search your albums and bring in your best photos for the 10th Anniversary Commemorative Book to be released in November. An entire year-long celebration is being planned beginning on Nov. 29, 2018 and concluding with a visit from Bishop Nelson Perez on Nov. 30, 2019.

Registration is now open and will close after June 15th. Please click here for more information and registration form.

Welcome to the ​    Catholic Community ​of St. John of the Cross

We are the Body of Christ, nourished by the Eucharist, joyfully committed to living the Gospel message, and working together to share our gifts. We are called to humbly serve our Lord, one another and our community as disciples of Jesus.  

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Activities & Events Calendar

2019 Is Our Parish’s 10th Anniversary!
In the coming months, you will hear more details about the year-long 10th Anniversary Celebration planned for St. John of the Cross Parish beginning on Nov. 29, 2018 and concluding with a visit from Bishop Nelson Perez on Nov. 30, 2019. A Celebration Committee has been formed to coordinate some new events, to revive some activities we haven't done in a while, and to put an "anniversary spin" on our more popular events throughout the year. Some of the plans in 2019 include a summer picnic, a Eucharistic Procession at the Outdoor Shrine, Alpha in the fall, a Parish Day of Service, some great family events, and, of course, opportunities to learn about and celebrate our patron Saint John of the Cross. We will also feature some well-known speakers and musicians! If would like to contribute your talents, ideas or suggestions to the celebration, please let us know, we’d love to hear from you!

Enjoy inspirational music from Fr. Sal's cd, "Blessed Beyond Measure," Songs include some of your favorite hymns like How Great Thou Art and contemporary hits like Lord of Eternity. Give one to a neighbor, friend, or family member for only $20 each. You can purchase CDs by clicking here. The cd benefits parish ministries.