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LENTEN PARISH MISSION: MY FLESH IS REAL FOOD
March 21-25, 2010  Eucharistic Mission by Father Jim Costigan, CPM. Fr. Costigan of the Fathers of Mercy will guide SJB in our Lenten Parish Mission this year. Fr. Costigan was born in 1951 and was raised in Los Angeles. READ MORE >>
 Station of the Cross The Stations of the Cross will occur again on Friday, March 12, 2010 - 6:00 PM - LENTEN REFLECTION IN THE PARISH HALL - VIETNAMESE
- 7:00 PM - Vietnamese
- 7:30 PM - English/Spanish
Penance Service- March 18, 2010 at 7:00 PM - Vietnamese/English
- March 25, 2010 at 7:00 PM - English/Spanish
Parish Mission
Church Regulations Regarding Abstinence & Fasting During Lent - Abstinence is a penitential practice consisting of refraining from the consumption of meat and is to be observed by all Catholics who are 14 years of age and older. Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and the Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence.
- Fasting is to be observed by all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 years (inclusive). Days of fasting are Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. On days of fasting, one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed.
The Lenten Season 2010
On Ash Wednesday, February 17th this year,
Catholics begin the forty-day season called Lent which precedes the
celebration of Easter, Christ’s resurrection from the dead.Since the Second Vatican Council, the Church has reemphasized the
baptismal character of Lent with the restoration of the catechumenate,
a period of learning and discernment for individuals who have declared
their desire to become Catholics.
- In most Catholic parishes, groups of adults prepare to receive the
sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil through a process known as
the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. The traditional Lenten
practices of fasting, prayer and almsgiving are still observed, but are
done so with the purpose of recalling our baptism and in solidarity
with those preparing to be baptized and received into the Church.
- On these Web pages/links, you will find a variety of suggestions and
resources to facilitate your Lenten practice and your journey with
Christ.
Source: http://usccb.org/lent/index.shtml
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SJB now has an exciting opportunity for all to become a part of our historical publication! Our full color book will reflect 50 years of history of our church, school, and community of Orange County. 
Are you an SJB School Alumni?
St. John the Baptist School is turning 50! The activities and events are scheduled around the 2010 school year. We are celebrating "50 Years of Preparing the Way" A
yearlong celebration is being planned that will include many special
events and we need the help of all SJB students – present and past.
If you are alumni, please register with us! Your registration will only be used for SJB School purposes, so we can keep you updated! |
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During the final weeks of winter into spring, we have two opportunities for you to sing with the parish choir: Call Bob Grant if you want to sing at these special events!  We have immediate openings for volunteer musicians to support the 50th Anniversary Mass Orchestra & Combined Choir. All voices and instruments are welcome, and we are in particular need of C Trumpets, tympani, and handbell ringers. We will be performing our commissioned anthem by noted composer Stephen Grimm, Hymn to St. John the Baptist. Please give serious consideration to supporting this event with your musical talent. |
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 SJB now offers a new Marriage Preparation Program to give engaged couples the tools they will need to enrich their marital relationships and foster healthy communication. Come and hear married couples who will share with you their experiences of Love and Marriage.
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Preparing for Marriage
The decision to marry is a lifelong commitment to one another and to the faith community of the Church. This covenant relationship is permanent, exclusive and open to life. Couples are called to give their decision careful consideration. God’s Plan for Marriage is designed to deepen a couple’s awareness of the challenges of living a Christian marriage. Through discussions and presentations by married couples, participants learn to plan for their future in the light of God’s grace. Understanding marriage as designed by God will build the bonds for an enduring love.
Segments include:
- Origin of Marriage as a Sacrament
- Total Mutual Self-Giving
- Wisdom in Decision Making
- True Spirit of Communication
- Openness to Life and Family
Read More >> IMPORTANT DATES! A series of six evening classes will be held
three times a year.
Classes begin at 6:45 pm,
and end at 9 pm.
Location:
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
1015 Baker St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Engaged couples will meet for six classes on Thursday evenings. Couples
may choose any of the three series offered, as long as all six classes
in the series are completed before your wedding date. Couples are
encouraged to complete their series well ahead of their wedding date.
For wedding dates in January, February, March, or April, 2010: - Series #1
- November 5, 12, 19, and
- December 3, 10, 17, 2009
For wedding dates in May, June, July, or August, 2010:
- Series #2
- February 4, 11, 18, 25, and
- March 4, 11, 2010
For wedding dates in September, October, November, or December, 2010:
- Series #3
- May 6, 13, 20, 27, and
- June 3, 10, 2010
Read More >> CONTACT US!
For inquiries, please contact: St. John the Baptist Rectory Office at 714-540-2214
Long after your wedding day has passed, the information you learn in
this program will continue to enrich your married life in countless
ways!
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SJB News
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