WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S FLOCKNOTE
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Wisdom 12:13, 16-19; Romans 8:26-27; Matthew 13:24-43
Have you ever planted flowers or vegetables and discovered that weeds seemed to grow twice as fast? You pull them out, and a week later they return. Jesus uses that familiar experience to teach us something profound: "Let both of them grow together until the harvest" (Mt 13:30). God is patient because He never gives up on people.
We often want God to remove every "weed" immediately, those who hurt us, the problems in our families, even our own weaknesses. But today's first reading reminds us that God's power is revealed not by harshness but by mercy: "Though you are sovereign in strength, you judge with mildness" (Wis 12:18). He gives us time to repent, grow, and bear fruit.
A parent understands this well. A child may make poor choices yet loving parents do not stop believing in them. They correct with hope, not condemnation. That is how God treats us.
And when we feel too weak to change, St. Paul offers comforting news: "The Spirit helps us in our weakness" (Rom 8:26). We are never struggling alone. Christ continues to cultivate the field of our hearts with His grace.
As we approach this Eucharist, let us allow the Divine Gardener to remove whatever chokes His life within us. If we let His mercy transform us today, we will become good wheat that nourishes the world and be joyfully gathered into His eternal harvest.
Your Priest,
Father Charles
Please do not hesitate to contact Father Charles (frenyinnia@yahoo.com) (613-328-8331), Father Anthony (dimtony3482@gmail.com) (613-200-5357) or the parish office (stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca ) (613-267-1043), if we can be of any assistance to you in any way. We are very glad to respond to a request for prayers, the Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession, Sick Calls and/or Conversation
The Pope's Prayer Intention for July
For respect for human life
Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.
St. John the Baptist Parish Window Restoration Fund
This weekend, we are launching our Window Restoration Fund to help restore the exterior of our church windows. This important project will protect and
preserve our beautiful 200+ year-old church for years to come. One window has already been generously sponsored! Please take a moment to read
the insert in this week's bulletin for more information. Donation envelopes are
available in the pews and in the narthex. Whether you can sponsor a window in full or contribute any amount toward the project, every gift is a blessing and is sincerely appreciated. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our parish. God Bless!
This weekend, we are launching our Window Restoration Fund to help restore the exterior of our church windows. This important project will protect and
preserve our beautiful 200+ year-old church for years to come. One window has already been generously sponsored! Please take a moment to read
the insert in this week's bulletin for more information. Donation envelopes are
available in the pews and in the narthex. Whether you can sponsor a window in full or contribute any amount toward the project, every gift is a blessing and is sincerely appreciated. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our parish. God Bless!
THIS WEEK:
(See Upcoming Events for more details).
Foy Hall Garage Sale: Fridays & Saturdays,10am – 2:30pm! ***Please note, 2 volunteers are needed to work at the sale one weekend/month. Contact Louise Vachon/Eadie LaFreniere/parish office.***
The Saint John's Movie Club will be holding its next meeting on this
Friday, July 17th at 7:00pm, 15 Church St.
Sacred Heart Cemetery Mass: Saturday, July 18th @ 11am
St. John's Holy Face Group will be holding their July monthly gathering on
Thursday, July 30th, following the noon Mass. All are welcome!
200th Anniversary Bicycle Pilgrimage August 9-12, we invite participation of parishioners of all churches of the northern deanery to a bicycle pilgrimage.
Annual Parish Golf Tournament: SUNDAY AUGUST 16th at MAPLEVIEW. Shotgun Start 2:30pm/$75 per person. Registration is now open!
(See Upcoming Events for more details).
Foy Hall Garage Sale: Fridays & Saturdays,10am – 2:30pm! ***Please note, 2 volunteers are needed to work at the sale one weekend/month. Contact Louise Vachon/Eadie LaFreniere/parish office.***
The Saint John's Movie Club will be holding its next meeting on this
Friday, July 17th at 7:00pm, 15 Church St.
Sacred Heart Cemetery Mass: Saturday, July 18th @ 11am
St. John's Holy Face Group will be holding their July monthly gathering on
Thursday, July 30th, following the noon Mass. All are welcome!
200th Anniversary Bicycle Pilgrimage August 9-12, we invite participation of parishioners of all churches of the northern deanery to a bicycle pilgrimage.
Annual Parish Golf Tournament: SUNDAY AUGUST 16th at MAPLEVIEW. Shotgun Start 2:30pm/$75 per person. Registration is now open!
Confessions are available 30 minutes before each regular Daily & Weekend Mass.
PASTORAL CARE: Any parishioner or family member unable to attend Mass and would like a home visit please call Parish Office at 613-267-1043.
Reminder: Allergy Alert! Please Avoid Strong Scents when at Church
Please avoid perfume, shaving lotion and scents when at church. Some people have allergies that prevent them from attending or remaining at Mass if the above are present. Thank you for your consideration..
SUBMISSIONS FOR WEEKLY BULLETIN & Parish Office Hours
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Mondays (closed),
Tues., Wed., Fri., (9:30am - Noon & 1:00 - 3:30pm)
Thurs. 1:00- 3:30pm
(613-267-1043) ( stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca )
SUBMISSIONS FOR WEEKLY BULLETIN & FLOCKNOTE
Please submit your information for the weekly bulletin & Flocknote no later than 9am Thursday’s. If submitted after this deadline, the information will be entered the following week. Thank you!
CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICES
Sacred Heart Cemetery: Saturday, July 18th @ 11am
St. Columbkill Cemetery: Saturday, July 25th @ 11am
St. Bridget’s Cemetery: Saturday, Sept. 5th @ 11am
St. John’s Cemetery: Saturday, Sept. 5th @ 11am
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday July 18
SJ 5:00pm - Zofia Raczek ~ Daughter & Family
SVDP 5:00pm - Roberta Yeldon ~ Bill & Caroline Casey
Sunday July 19
SJ 9:00am - Francis & Wilma Boland ~ Merkley Family
SHP 9:00am - Jacques Vermette (15th Anniversary) ~ Claudette Vermette
SB 11:00am - Howard Farrell ~ Mary Cowan
SJ 11:00am - Mass for the People of the Parish
Monday July 20
SJ 8:30am - Prayer for the Sick & Suffering
Tuesday July 21
SB 9:00am - ~ No Intention Booked ~
SJ 4:30pm - Nellie Pajaczkowski ~ Cathy Merkley
Wednesday July 22 - St. Mary Magdalene
SJ 9:00am - Joe Carroll ~ Don & Gloria Davidson
CCT - 2:15pm - Carolina Court Mass
Thursday July 23
SHP 9:00am - Jean Bengle ~ Carol Kleber
SJ 12:00 pm - Gerry & Genina Sherwin ~ Allida Rubino
Friday July 24
SJ 8:30am - Prayer for the Sick & Suffering
SJ 9:00am - Barbara Morrison ~ Nina Stewart
SJ 9:30am - Holy Adoration & Benediction
Saturday July 25 - St. James
SJ 5:00pm - Mass for the People of the Parish
SVDP 5:00pm - Isabel & John Mallon ~ Marion Letts
Sunday July 26
SJ 9:00am - Deceased members of the Doyle Family ~ Cathy Fergusson
SHP 9:00am - Helen Cameron (1st Anniversary) ~ Cameron Family
SB 11:00am - Pauline Quigley ~ Denise Tobin
SJ 11:00am - Brankin, Goudy, & Publow Families
Sacred Heart Cemetery: Saturday, July 18th @ 11am
St. Columbkill Cemetery: Saturday, July 25th @ 11am
St. Bridget’s Cemetery: Saturday, Sept. 5th @ 11am
St. John’s Cemetery: Saturday, Sept. 5th @ 11am
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday July 18
SJ 5:00pm - Zofia Raczek ~ Daughter & Family
SVDP 5:00pm - Roberta Yeldon ~ Bill & Caroline Casey
Sunday July 19
SJ 9:00am - Francis & Wilma Boland ~ Merkley Family
SHP 9:00am - Jacques Vermette (15th Anniversary) ~ Claudette Vermette
SB 11:00am - Howard Farrell ~ Mary Cowan
SJ 11:00am - Mass for the People of the Parish
Monday July 20
SJ 8:30am - Prayer for the Sick & Suffering
Tuesday July 21
SB 9:00am - ~ No Intention Booked ~
SJ 4:30pm - Nellie Pajaczkowski ~ Cathy Merkley
Wednesday July 22 - St. Mary Magdalene
SJ 9:00am - Joe Carroll ~ Don & Gloria Davidson
CCT - 2:15pm - Carolina Court Mass
Thursday July 23
SHP 9:00am - Jean Bengle ~ Carol Kleber
SJ 12:00 pm - Gerry & Genina Sherwin ~ Allida Rubino
Friday July 24
SJ 8:30am - Prayer for the Sick & Suffering
SJ 9:00am - Barbara Morrison ~ Nina Stewart
SJ 9:30am - Holy Adoration & Benediction
Saturday July 25 - St. James
SJ 5:00pm - Mass for the People of the Parish
SVDP 5:00pm - Isabel & John Mallon ~ Marion Letts
Sunday July 26
SJ 9:00am - Deceased members of the Doyle Family ~ Cathy Fergusson
SHP 9:00am - Helen Cameron (1st Anniversary) ~ Cameron Family
SB 11:00am - Pauline Quigley ~ Denise Tobin
SJ 11:00am - Brankin, Goudy, & Publow Families
MASS REQUESTS
If you have a mass request, please clearly print who the mass is for, who it is requested by, and in which church it is to be said. You can call the Parish Office (613-267-1043), mail, or email your request to stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca . Please note, unless there is a special circumstance that has been cleared with the Parish Office, we cannot accommodate requests for specific dates due to the high volume of mass requests. Please watch your Flock Notes. Leave the stipend in the offertory plate, in an envelope clearly marked “Mass Intentions” with who the mass is for and who it is from (inside with your money), or you can mail/drop off directly at the Parish Office. Stipend: Announced ($20); Unannounced ($10) which are sent away to a mission. Thank you!
DONATING TO ST. JOHN
To make a donation to St John Church, please remember to add your envelope number, church and what to apply your monies towards.
We gratefully accept donations by:
Cash or cheque: Mail in, Drop In, or Offertory basket
E-transfers: stjohnperthdonations@gmail.com
DONATING TO SACRED HEART & ST. BRIDGET
To make a donation please remember to add your envelope number, church and what to apply your monies towards.
We gratefully accept donations by:
Cash or cheque: Mail in, Drop In, or Offertory basket
E-transfers: sacredheart1903@gmail.com *** When sending an etransfer, please make a note which church the donation is for and your envelope number, if applicable ***
PRAYERS
Please remember the sick in your prayers, including Maureen Czop, Jeannette Olivier, Marjorie Facette, Claudette Timmerman, Mary Rorwick, Susan Beaudoin Watson, Pascal Proulx, Camille Bozozuk, Christiana Enyinnia, Anne Nagle, Nellie Pajaczkowski, Rita Steele & Father Sebastian Amato.
Please remember those who have recently died in your prayers, especially Marlowe Kirkham, son of Theresa Kirkham, & Sister Aelred Erwin.
Jesus, I trust in You.
Need a prayer?
Are you or someone you love in need of prayer? Contact
Father Charles (frenyinnia@yahoo.com) (613-328-8331), Father Anthony (dimtony3482@gmail.com) (613-200-5357) or the Parish Office (stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca) to connect with our strong prayer warriors or directly to:
- St John’s Pastoral Care Prayer group: Parish Office 613-267-1043
- St John’s Divine Mercy Chaplet Prayer group: Lianne Kevan 613-200-1242
- St John’s CWL Prayer group; Parish Office 613-267-1043
- St John’s KOC Prayer group; Parish Office 613-267-1043
SACRAMENTS:
Baptismal Congratulations!
We welcome Ruadhan Edwards and his daughter Elizabeth into the Catholic Church through Baptism this weekend. We congratulate them for their commitment to the Catholic faith. May God abundantly bless their family!
Baptism, Funeral and Marriage
We welcome Ruadhan Edwards and his daughter Elizabeth into the Catholic Church through Baptism this weekend. We congratulate them for their commitment to the Catholic faith. May God abundantly bless their family!
Baptism, Funeral and Marriage
Please contact the Parish Office directly (613-267-1043)(stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca). Please use the parish website to sign up or contact the parish office for details. (For Marriage at least 6 months in advance notice is required.)
REMINDER – FOOD DONATIONS Food donations for The Table continue to be collected in the baskets in the church entrance. A representative of
the St. John’s CWL also accepts donations on the first weekend of each month. Your generosity can make a real difference in our community, please consider making a donation! If you would like to donate to the Food Bank directly (CLICK HERE).
ANNOUNCEMENTS
St. John the Baptist Parish Window Restoration Fund
This weekend, we are launching our Window Restoration Fund to help restore the exterior of our church windows. This important project will protect and
preserve our beautiful 200+ year-old church for years to come. One window has already been generously sponsored! Please take a moment to read
the insert in this week's bulletin for more information. Donation envelopes are
available in the pews and in the narthex. Whether you can sponsor a window in full or contribute any amount toward the project, every gift is a blessing and is sincerely appreciated. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our parish. God Bless!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Foy Hall Garage Sale: Now open for 2026! Fridays & Saturdays,from 10am – 2:30pm! 91 Princess St. in Lanark. Come check out new items at great prices! Hope to see you there!
***Please note, 2 volunteers are needed to work at the sale one weekend per month. If anyone is interested, please see Louise Vachon or Eadie LaFreniere, or call the parish office.***
St. John's Movie Club - July
The Saint John's Movie Club will be holding its next meeting on Friday, July 17th at 7:00pm, at 15 Church St. During this meeting, we will watch Dekalog 10: Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Goods, which will conclude our series on the Dekalog.
St. John's Holy Face Group
St. John's Holy Face Group will be holding their monthly gathering on
Thursday, July 30th, following the noon Mass. All are welcome to join us. For more information, please call Elaine, 613-267-1023.
The Saint John's Movie Club will be holding its next meeting on Friday, July 17th at 7:00pm, at 15 Church St. During this meeting, we will watch Dekalog 10: Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Goods, which will conclude our series on the Dekalog.
St. John's Holy Face Group
St. John's Holy Face Group will be holding their monthly gathering on
Thursday, July 30th, following the noon Mass. All are welcome to join us. For more information, please call Elaine, 613-267-1023.
85th Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann in Cormac: Sunday, July 27th.
The Triduum of preparation will be led by Bishop Michael Brehl, Bishop of the Diocese of Pembroke. The principal Pilgrimage Mass will be at 11:00am at the Shrine. The Sacrament of Confession is available throughout the day. A Mass of healing with the Anointing of St. Ann's oil will be celebrated at 2pm (Please bring your own seating.) For more information: http://www.cormacpilgrimage.com or http://www.faceb ook.com/CormacStAnn.
200th Anniversary Bicycle Pilgrimage August 9-12
In celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston, we invite participation of parishioners of all churches of the northern deanery to a bicycle pilgrimage. The riders complete a pilgrimage starting and ending in Perth. They can ride all four days, one day or just between two churches(segments as short as 10k). The complete route equals 200 Miles! (200th Anniversary). Email "Bike200ABC@hotmail.com" for more information.
The Triduum of preparation will be led by Bishop Michael Brehl, Bishop of the Diocese of Pembroke. The principal Pilgrimage Mass will be at 11:00am at the Shrine. The Sacrament of Confession is available throughout the day. A Mass of healing with the Anointing of St. Ann's oil will be celebrated at 2pm (Please bring your own seating.) For more information: http://www.cormacpilgrimage.com or http://www.faceb ook.com/CormacStAnn.
200th Anniversary Bicycle Pilgrimage August 9-12
In celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston, we invite participation of parishioners of all churches of the northern deanery to a bicycle pilgrimage. The riders complete a pilgrimage starting and ending in Perth. They can ride all four days, one day or just between two churches(segments as short as 10k). The complete route equals 200 Miles! (200th Anniversary). Email "Bike200ABC@hotmail.com" for more information.
68th Our Lady of Knock Pilgrimage: This years’ pilgrimage to honour Our Lady of Knock will be held on Sunday, August 23rd. The Eucharist will be celebrated at 11am (inEnglish) by Archbishop Paul-André Durocher. See posters for more information.
Notifications
FOOD BANK
Please consider donating food items to our local Food Bank. There is a bin to receive your donations located in the front entrances of both St. John’s and Sacred Heart Churches. Thank you for your generosity!
COMMUNITY MEALS
✞ Dine-in meals every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 4:30-6:00pm @ The Table (190 Gore St. East).
✞ Dine-in meals on the second Saturday of each month (excluding July & August) 4:30-5:30pm @ St. James Church (54 Beckwith St. East).
Our Life Matters Core Group will offer the 9am Mass on third Wednesday of the month for the Protection of All Human Life. Mass to be followed by a Rosary in Reverence for Life. Everyone is welcome!
St. John's Holy Face Group:
St. John's Holy Face Group (meets on the last Thursday of the month) following the noon Mass. Our monthly gatherings will last no longer than one hour and will provide an opportunity to pray, share and learn about this powerful, Church-approved Holy Face devotion of reparation. All are welcome to join us whenever you are able. Bring a friend and help rekindle this centuries-old devotion meant for these times! For more information, please call Elaine, 613-267-1023.
Parish Volunteers Needed
Mass Helpers ~ Contact: Ushers (Marie White), Choir members, Readers/Communion (Mark Kennedy), Altar Server/Volunteer Screening (Brian Brosso) or Parish Office. Also, Weekend Mass Choir Members.
Collection Counter ~ We are looking for volunteers to help count the collection or to be a spare collection counter. The commitment is approximately once/month after the Sunday 11am Mass for 30-35 minutes. If interested, please contact the Parish office.
COMMITTEES, MINISTRIES & GROUP
St. John's Life Matters Group: CLICK
UPCOMING MEETINGS
CWL Monthly Meeting - meetings on hold until September
Monday Bible Study Group @ 10am – Contact Jenny Salte for details. *Meetings on hold until fallParish Council Monthly Meeting - 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 6:30pm *Meetings on hold until fall
Life Matters Monthly Meeting - 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 10:30am
Knights of Columbus Monthly Meeting - 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 7pm
Pastoral Care Committee Meeting - TBD
Wednesday Bible Study Group – Contact Jenny Salte for details. Wednesdays @ 7pm *Meetings on hold until fall
St. John's Holy Face Group Monthly Meeting: Last Thursday of the month, after noon Mass *Thursday, July 30th
Thursday Bible Study Group @ 1 pm – Contact Evelyn Goodfellow for details. *Meetings on hold until fall
Thursday Bible Study Group @ 1 pm – Contact Evelyn Goodfellow for details. *Meetings on hold until fall
Sunday Mass 11am Choir - Thursdays @ 7pm & Sundays @ 10:15am
St. John’s Movie Club - Friday, July 17th at 7:00pm
Life Matters Men’s Group Monthly Meeting – Contact Dave Lapointe - 3rd Saturday
Life Matters Men’s Group Monthly Meeting – Contact Dave Lapointe - 3rd Saturday
Saturday Mass 5:00pm Choir - Saturdays @ 4:45pm
CONTACT INFORMATION
St. John the Baptist Parish
Parish Council Chair: Sandra Stewart 613-812-3870
Property & Finance Chair: Doug James 613-267-5520
CWL: Colleen Donohue 613-264-0227
Sacramental Preparation & Bible Study: Jenny Salte 613-264-7794
Sacred Heart Parish
Parish Council Chair: Doris Quinn 613-256-1119
Property & Finance Chair: Eadie Lafreniere: 613-259-5506
St. Bridget Parish
Parish Council Chair: Bill Mackler 613-267-3450
Property & Finance Chair: Mark Noonan 613-267-3382
CWL: Krystyna Williamson 613-264-1908
Knights of Columbus
Grand Knight: Mike Goebel 613-267-7812
Cemeteries
St. John: Ann Buchanan 613-264-2929
Sacred Heart: Don Adam 613-264-6238
St. Bridget: Diane Quinn 613-267-8081
St. Columbkill: Martin LaHaise 613-278-2115
St. Patrick: Charlie Quinn 613-253-0157
Hall Rentals
St. Bridget's (BVM) Hall: Marg McMunn 613-267-1085
Foy Hall: Claude Charetter 613-259-4783
FAITH FORMATION RESOURCES
INVITATION TO EXPLORE THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Learn About the Catholic FaithIndividuals seeking to deepen their understanding of the Catholic Church, including its teachings and practices, are warmly invited to participate in a dedicated series of sessions.
Session Details: Tuesday evenings, at 7 pm at 15 Church St
What to Expect: OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation – formerly RCIA) sessions offer an engaging experience that includes viewing videos, participating in thoughtful conversations, and reflecting on various aspects of the Catholic faith.
Open Invitation: Everyone is welcome to attend and explore this journey of faith.
Interested In Catholicism?
Those who are interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith with a view to possibly becoming a Catholic are asked to contact the parish office (613-267-1043).
Fr Charles would be pleased to meet with you.
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Youth Ministry Virtual Outreach News - CLICK HERE
Check out the latest in Archdiocesan Youth news, including many faith resources for families and youth of all ages. This page is updated and added regularly.
Family Ministries and Outreach Office JUNE Newsletter CLICK HERE
ARCHDIOCESE OF KINGSTON (ADK)
For More Information on Upcoming Events in the ADK CLICK HERE
✞ Archdiocese of Kingston 200th Anniversary Pilgrimage to the Holy Land:
✞ Archdiocese of Kingston 200th Anniversary Pilgrimage to the Holy Land:
Update: I know that there are many who have expressed interest in joining us but are (understandably) taking a wait-and-see approach to register. But if you're seriously interested in this pilgrimage, please secure your spot by completing the registration forms and returning them with a copy of your passport. Note that we will not charge any payments until we know for sure we are going (however, anyone intending to pay by credit card must complete the credit card section). But it's important to secure your spot because there's very high demand and you don't want to miss this opportunity. We're already over 50% booked, and should a stable ceasefire be negotiated and held in the next few weeks, there will be an explosion of demand.
Join Fr. Justin and Fr. Price on a faith-filled pilgrimage to the Holy Land from
October 5-15, 2026. Walk in the footsteps of Our Blessed Lord, deepen your understanding of Sacred Scripture, and experience prayer, mercy, healing, and spiritual renewal in the places where the Word became flesh. Space is limited to 40 pilgrims, so early registration is encouraged. Please see the itinerary in the church.
St. John's Parish Website: CLICK HERE
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Sacred Heart/St Bridget Facebook: CLICK HERE