St. John the Baptist

Saturday: 5 PM Confession; Sunday: 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM Masses; Weekdays: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM; Sensory-Friendly Mass on Sunday at 1:30 PM; Wednesdays: 7:30 AM & 4:30 PM Confession.

Baptismal catechesis required prior to baptism. Baptisms held on Sundays following 11 AM Mass. Contact Solitaire Hile for details at 260-489-3537 ext. 230 or visit

Matrimony arrangements must be made at least six months in advance of the wedding date. Contact Solitaire Hile at 260-489-3537 ext. 230 or visit

for details.

Check the parish calendar for confession schedules, ministry meetings, and special events. Keep an eye on the bulletin and website for updates.

Enroll your children in Sunday School classes for grades 1-6. Sacramental preparation sessions for 2nd graders and families are scheduled soon. Contact Debbie Blackburn at debbieblackburn@

for details.

Tue 10/13 8:00am: Mass for world peace. Sat 10/17 8:00am: Mass in memory of Fr. Bill Sullivan. Wed 10/14 8:15am: No Mass. Sun 10/18 9:00am: Mass in memory of Luis Donis. Sun 10/18 12:00pm: Mass in memory of Antonio Nino. Thu 10/15 7:30pm: Prayers for the parish community.

Let us pray for Patric Driscoll, Irma Gardinez, Jim Morrell, Charlyne Wirtner, Irene Hernandez Fernandez, Jesus and Francisca Cadena, and others in need. Contact Debbie Greene for prayer requests.

Join the Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on October 24-25 for couples to strengthen communication, grow closer, and renew their marriage. Register at

.

10/16 4:00pm: Pax Christi meeting. 5:30pm: Amani Services workshop. 6:30pm: OCIA class. 10/17 2:00pm: RCIA class. 10/18 10:30am: Religious education classes.

Support the Annual Bishop's Appeal to strengthen our parishes, provide formation, and serve those in need. Visit

for more information.

Saturday 10/10 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 10/11 10:00 a.m. with Incense, 5:00 p.m. with Incense, 9:00 p.m.; Weekdays: Monday 12:30 p.m., Tuesday 5:30 p.m., Wednesday 12:30 p.m., Thursday 5:30 p.m., Friday 12:30 p.m., Saturday 5:00 p.m., Sunday 10/18 10:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 4:00 p.m., Sunday 4:00 p.m., Monday 11:30 a.m., Tuesday 6:00 p.m., Wednesday 11:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., Thursday 6:00 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.

Rosary for Life on Tuesday at 5:00 p.m., Rosary for Vocations on Thursday at 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Wednesday 3:30-5:30 p.m., Thursday 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - Food pantry available for all Wood County residents.

For Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, or Holy Matrimony registration, please contact Fr. Grodi. Marriage prep must start at least six months before the intended date. Parish office hours: Monday to Thursday 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Mon 7pm: Evening with Jesus — Prayer, adoration, praise & worship. Tue 7pm: Living Faith video series with Fr. Columba Jordan. Wed 1pm & 7pm: Bible Study.

Men's Day of Reflection on Sat, Oct 24 from 8am to 12pm. A morning of prayer, brotherhood, and healing with Fr. Tony Borgia. Register through the parish office.

Soup, Salad, and Dessert Extravaganza on Oct 19 at 6pm in the Holy Family Center. Bring a dish to share and a white elephant gift. Proceeds go to Isaiah 117 House.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick after all Masses on Oct 24th and 25th. Let us pray for healing and strength for those in need.

Second collection this Sunday supports Missionary Sisters serving Latin America. Your generosity makes a difference. Thank you!