St. John of the Woods Mission News
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The Sunday collection is very important for us to maintain our fiscal responsibilities. So, if you are away on a Sunday, ENJOY; but, remember YOUR church. Set up your gift today or consider an additional gift via our Online Giving at link below:
Faith Formation
Baptism Preparation Class
Class will be offered for parents and godparents who have new born babies and children under 7 years old. PSJXXIII Every Second Saturday: Next class is September 13 or October 11
1:00 –2:30pm class in English
2:30 – 4:00pm in Vietnamese
By Deacon Theman
At Pope St John XXIII Parish Center. Please call Sr. Theresa at 592-2541 or email <sotheresa2022@psj23.org>
CCD Class - Wednesdays
Time: 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Marriage Preparation Class on June 14th from 9am to 3pm at PSJ23.
It is a requirement for those who plan to get marriage. Contact: Dr. Monty Montez 253-304-4473
Adult Catechism Class
Every Wednesday at 6:30 to 7:30 at the PSJXXIII Parish Center
We use the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church as our study, prayer, and meditation guide.
Pray For Us, O Holy Mother of God, That We May Be Made Worthy of the Promises of Christ.
Contact Monty at (253) 304-4473
Email: montypm@msn.com
– Class is No-cost
Come to the class and Join Us!
Religious Education Program
Our Religious Education program is open to all children from Pre-K (age 4) through 8th grade, including preparation for First Communion and Confirmation.
- St. John of the Woods: Classes begin Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 9:45 AM – 11:10 AM.
Registration forms are available at the church entrance or online at: www.psj23.org/forms.
For questions, please contact Sr. Theresa at (253) 592-2541.
Announcements
Ministry of Catholic Cemeteries
Ministry of Catholic Cemeteries
Peace of Mind When You Need It Most!
* St. John of the Woods – 09/20/25 Sat. 6pm and 09/21/25 Sun. 8am & 11:30am
Representatives from Associated Catholic Cemeteries will visit our parish soon to share information about the many choices and benefits of pre-planning at your Catholic Cemetery. Planning long before there is an urgent need ensures arrangements in harmony with your faith and avoids the pressure of having to make these decisions while grieving. The Church teaches us that the custom of burying the bodies of the dead should be observed, even for those who choose cremation. Please call or email with any questions you may have about pre-planning in a Catholic Cemetery (206)366-8834 parish@MyCatholicCemetery.org6-8834 parish@MyCatholicCemetery.org
Thank you
Welcome Maribel Sandoval as our new custodian. Maribel, an active volunteer and parishioner at Saint John of the Woods, will be carrying forward this important service. We sincerely thank all the volunteers across our campuses who faithfully care for their assigned areas, keeping them clean and welcoming.
We sincerely thank all the volunteers at Saint John of the Woods Church, who faithfully keep their assigned areas clean and tidy. Your commitment and teamwork make a great difference in our parish life.
Outreach Community
Pope St. John XXIII STEM ACADEMY
Alumni Mass
Parish Family- Facilities Team
We need parishioners to join our facility team. Volunteering as part of the facility team is a beautiful way to serve God and your parish community. By helping care for the church, you contribute to maintaining a sacred space where we gather to worship, pray, and seek comfort. Your efforts, no matter how small, help create a welcoming and peaceful environment for others to encounter God. It's a humble and rewarding form of stewardship that allows you to give back to the church that nourishes your faith, while also strengthening bonds with fellow parishioners as you work together for a common purpose.
Contact: Father Tuan, Fr. Hendry after Mass
or Thien Dinh at (253) 279-3361
or thiendinh@psj23.org.
Archdiocese News
Warning Priest
In Our Prayer List
Teresa Johnson, Irmgard Wilcox, Dixie Knoll, Ron Knoll, Glenna Nyegaard, Vanessa Rojas, Carol Kalapus, Danny Sneed, Dave Casey, Debbie DeWitt, Donna Severson, Elizabeth Wells, Joan Ellis, Joan Halmrast, Jonathan Keen, Keith Browne, Ken Knobbe, Lynn Sneed, Marge Berntsen, Maryann Straling, Natalie Vieira, PJ Carpenter, Susan Teskey.
- For anointing of the sick please call Sr. Anna at 253-592-2455.
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