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Welcome to St Johns Catholic School
We are a vibrant Catholic community dedicated to living out our faith through worship, education, and service. Our parish family welcomes all individuals seeking spiritual growth and connection with God and neighbors. With a commitment to Christ's teachings, we offer daily Masses, sacramental preparation, religious education programs, and outreach ministries. Our parish school provides faith-based academic excellence for students from preschool through eighth grade. The leadership team includes ordained clergy, dedicated staff, and lay ministers who work collaboratively to nurture spiritual development.We maintain regular worship schedules with multiple Sunday Mass options and weekday services. Through stewardship programs, we encourage parishioners to share their time, talents, and financial resources to support church operations and community initiatives. Our facilities include spaces for worship, education, and fellowship that serve both parish members and the broader community. We maintain transparent communication channels through our website, bulletin, and office contacts to ensure accessibility for all seeking information or assistance.
Services
Sunday Mass
Confession
Adoration
Catholic School
Parish Ministries
Highlights and features
- We offer daily Mass and sacramental services with flexible schedules
- Our parish school provides faith-based education for preschool through 8th grade
- We maintain active outreach ministries serving local and global communities
- Our staff includes experienced clergy and lay ministers with specialized training
- We provide comprehensive religious education programs for all age groups
What people say
Welcoming community
Quality Catholic education
Meaningful worship services
Dedicated staff
Active ministries
Services
Sunday Mass
We offer two Sunday Mass options at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM, along with a Saturday vigil Mass at 5:00 PM. Our liturgical services follow the Roman Catholic tradition with homilies focused on scripture interpretation and application. Parishioners participate through music, readings, and Eucharistic ministry while experiencing communal worship in a welcoming environment.
Religious Education
Our comprehensive religious education programs serve children, youth, and adults through structured classes and sacramental preparation. The school provides Catholic education for preschool through 8th grade, while adult formation includes Bible studies and faith enrichment opportunities. Special programs like OCIA support those seeking to join the Catholic Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation.
Confession
We provide regular opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:10 PM, with additional availability before Saturday Vigil Mass. This sacramental offering allows parishioners to experience God's mercy through contrition, confession, penance, and absolution in a private setting with ordained clergy.
Parish Ministries
Our active parish ministries include lector corps, altar servers, usher teams, music ministry, and volunteer coordination. These lay-led initiatives support worship services, community outreach, and church operations while providing opportunities for spiritual growth through service. Specialized ministries address social justice, charity work, and faith-based advocacy.
Adoration
We offer daily Eucharistic Adoration from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM Tuesday through Friday. This quiet time of prayer before the exposed Blessed Sacrament provides opportunities for personal reflection, intercessory prayer, and spiritual renewal within our parish community's sacred space.
People
Fr. Rafael Ghattas
Pastor
Fr. Ghattas serves as our spiritual leader, overseeing parish operations and sacramental ministry. He brings extensive pastoral experience and theological expertise to guide our faith community's spiritual development.
Deacon Bob Jones
Deacon
Deacon Bob assists with liturgical services, sacramental preparation, and community outreach. He coordinates communion services during scheduled periods and supports pastoral care initiatives for parishioners.
Karen Durand
Principal
Mrs. Durand leads Saint John Catholic School's educational programs, maintaining academic excellence within a faith-based curriculum framework. She oversees faculty development and student formation from preschool through 8th grade.
Flavia Feltner
Office Manager
Mrs. Feltner manages administrative operations while coordinating music ministry activities. She serves as primary contact for parish communications and supports liturgical planning efforts.
Elizabeth Hackett
OCIA Coordinator
Ms. Hackett leads adult faith formation programs, guiding individuals through the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults process. She prepares participants for full sacramental participation in the Catholic Church.
Questions
What are your Sunday Mass times?
We offer Sunday Mass at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM, with a Saturday vigil Mass at 5:00 PM.
How can I enroll my child in the parish school?
Contact Principal Karen Durand through our website or office to discuss enrollment options for preschool through 8th grade.
Are there opportunities for adult faith formation?
Yes, we offer Bible studies, faith enrichment programs, and the OCIA process for adult sacramental preparation.
How can I get involved in parish ministries?
Speak with our ministry coordinators about serving as a lector, altar server, usher, or volunteer in various parish programs.
What confession times are available?
Sacramental confession is available Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 AM-12:10 PM, and before Saturday Vigil Mass.
Do you offer Eucharistic Adoration?
Yes, daily Adoration occurs Tuesday-Friday 11:30 AM-12:15 PM in our church sanctuary.
