Making June Plans? Save these Dates

The Marriage-Building Parish Initiative has nearly completed its year of programming and enrichment opportunities. Yesterday, our capstone presentation by Mrs. Kimberly Hahn spiritually "filled to the brim" one participant and "ended too soon" in the words of another. Mrs. Hahn's scriptural insights into God's design for marriage were truly a blessing to all. Our Lending Library will be stocked with new resources from Mrs. Hahn, including the 3 books which her talks were based upon: "Chosen and Cherished: Biblical Wisdom for Your Marriage," "Beloved and Blessed: Biblical Wisdom for Family Life," and "Life-Giving Love: Embracing God's Beautiful Design for Marriage."

The month of June features several events that we hope you will join us for:

June 2nd - Financial Peace University Begins: If your marriage relationship is struggling due to lack of communication on finances, if you've never been on the same page about spending vs. saving, if you are burdened with debt, if you need advice on how to plan for retirement, or if you just need some motivation to get your financial house in order...FPU is the program for you! The series will meet Sunday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the SJE Life House. Childcare may be available for those who register in advance. Read More and Register Today!

June 9th - Children's Rosary: All families are invited to join us at 6:00 PM when we'll pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary at the SJE Day Chapel using an interactive and dynamic manner that engages children of all ages.

 Children aged 8 and older are needed to read the reflections and lead the prayers, and those in 4th grade or above are needed to help as song leaders. We will gather at the school playground behind the Day Chapel afterwards for fellowship and light refreshments. Please bring a snack to share and lawn chair if you’d like a place to sit.

June 23rd - "Celebrate Marriage" is an ecumenical prayer service of the Indiana Pastors Alliance.  All are welcome to participate in praise and  fellowship as we recognize the sanctity of marriage.  We'll meet at 5:00 PM in the SJE Church at 10701 Olcott Avenue, St. John...followed by delicious treats provided by SJE's Angel Food Ministry.  Invite your family, co-workers, neighbors, and acquaintances to this family-friendly gathering!

June 29th/30th - At all weekend Masses, we'll close our Marriage-Building parish year in grand style with a renewal of vows by all married couples in attendance!