St. John the Beloved 

Stewardship is an ethic that embodies the responsible planning and management of resources. The concepts of stewardship can be applied to the environment and nature, economics, health, property, information, theology, indeed, all aspects of life.

Responsible planning and management of resources. That is what we are called to do with the environment. Not only the natural environment, but also the man-made environment in which we live.

Pope Francis has made a compelling statement on the environment by saying that we are truly the masters of the environment and that we are called by God to protect it, not only for ourselves but also for those who live on the fringes of the community, those who have no voice.

In paragraph 13 of his encyclical, "Laudato Si," the pope says:
"The urgent challenge to protect our common home includes a concern to bring the whole human family together to seek a sustainable and integral development, for we know that things can change. The Creator does not abandon us; he never forsakes his loving plan or repents of having created us. Humanity still has the ability to work together in building our common home. Here I want to recognize, encourage, and thank all those striving in countless ways to guarantee the protection of the home which we share. Particular appreciation is owed to those who tirelessly seek to resolve the tragic effects of environmental degradation on the lives of the world's poorest. Young people demand change. They wonder how anyone can claim to be building a better future without thinking of the environmental crisis and the sufferings of the excluded."

So as we move toward implementing the pope's vision of care for our common environmental heritage, let us keep each other in prayer as we protect and steward our mother earth.

Join us in prayer, April 19-27, Novena pamphlets are in the vestibule. 
Divine Mercy Sunday is April 28, 2019
Exposition 2:00 p.m.
Confession 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Chaplet and Rosary at 3:00 p.m.
Mass 5:00 p.m.

The St. Benedict Outreach Program at St. John the Beloved is very excited to announce a new partnership with our neighbors and faith partners at Community of Christ Church located on Milltown Rd. Please drop by any time to see our beautiful new home. To learn more about our program and volunteer opportunities, click the link to go to SJBDE.org/Outreach.

“As I have done for you, you should also do”
The 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal funds provide pastoral, charitable, and educational ministries to tens of thousands of people in our 12-County diocese. As members of St. John the Beloved Parish, we are proud to be part of the Church of Wilmington. As members, it is important that we reach out in service to others by sharing our resources. Just as we are one in the Body of Christ, we must remember that we are one with other parishes and the diocese. The Annual Catholic Appeal offers us a chance to work in collaboration to care for the Church by sharing the gifts God has granted us. Our Parish target is $179,000. Your financial support also provides funding for your parish since 100% of monies collected above our target will be returned for our own ministerial needs. Please give prayerful consideration to your resources as well as the thousands of individuals and families who receive needed assistance through the 37 ministries supported by the Annual Catholic Appeal. Decide ahead of time the contribution you wish to make this year and come to church next weekend prepared to offer your support. You can learn more about the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal by picking up a copy of the campaign information handout located at the entrances of the church or by visiting the diocesan website at www.cdow.org/annualcatholicappeal. 

The ecumenical ministerial group of our area is again hosting a Lenten Worship and Soup Luncheon on the Wednesdays of Lent. Worship service begins at 12:00 noon to 12:30 p.m. at Limestone Presbyterian Church, 3201 Limestone Rd. Wilmington, DE  19808;  followed by a soup and bread luncheon. 

St. John the Beloved Parish will host the service and meal on Wednesday, April 3 with Father Christopher Coffiey preaching. All are welcome to any of these services. Volunteers are needed to make various soups for our April 3 event. 

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