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Sacrament Preparation
will begin in September. If you have a child that has not yet received the sacraments of First Holy Communion or Confirmation, contact Frank Boyle,
Faith Formation, at 727.360.1147, ext 201.

Please scroll down for more information about our Sacrament Programs.

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SCHEDULED LITURGIES & DEVOTIONS

Rosary
Monday–Saturday: 7:30 a.m.
Thursday: after 8:15 a.m. Mass

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Bereavement
1st & 3rd Teusdays, 9:15 - 1o:15 am
Vianney Center, St. Francis Room

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Miraculous Medal Novena
Tuesdays, after the 8:15 a.m. Mass

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Legion of Mary
Mondays at 9:10 a.m.—Vianney Center

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Rosary for World Peace
First Saturday of the month, after the 8:15 a.m. Mass. (Sponsored by CDA)

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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
and Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Benediction
Wednesdays, after the 8:15 a.m. Mass
until 6:45 p.m. Come and Adore Jesus.

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FAMILY FAITH FORMATION

All families are invited to participate in Family Faith Formation whether their children attend public or private school. The program runs from October through May each year. Parents attend with their children the first week of the month, either on Sunday Morning or Wednesday evening. The children (only) also attend on the third Sunday morning of the month. A detailed schedule for the year is provided at registration during the first two weeks of September.

Children and adults learning together fosters an increased bonding between parents and their children and abundant opportunity for daily growing in our Faith at home. It also helps develop a true sense of community among the many families of our parish community.

We are careful to follow closely what the Catholic Church teaches. We examine each of the four parts of the Catechism of the Catholic Church; Faith, Liturgy and Sacraments, Morality, and Prayer. We also include a study of Scripture and the relationship between the written Word and Sacred Oral Tradition.
Additionally, we address myths and untruths that exist in the world about the Catholic Church and prepare you and your children to share our Catholic Faith, gently, accurately, and respectfully.
Those who actively participate grow in knowledge of the truth of the teachings of Catholic Church. It is through knowledge of the truths of our Faith that we are better able to live a life pleasing to God and to share our gift of Faith with others so that they too might have a place in the kingdom of Heaven.

“The catechesis of children, young people, and adults aims at teaching them to mediate on The Word of God in personal prayer, practicing it in liturgical prayer, and internalizing it at all times in order to bear fruit in a new life.” —Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 2688)

Contact the Faith Formation
Director, 360.1147, ext. 201, for
more information.

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SACRAMENT PREPARATION

Sacrament Preparation classes are necessary for all children in the parish before receiving First Reconciliation, First Communion or Confirmation. First Reconciliation and Communion are normally administered in Grade 2, at the age of 7 or 8. Confirmation is normally administered in Grade 8 or higher, at the age of 13 and up. Sacrament preparation classes take place on Sunday mornings. For those not attending St. John’s school, a minimum of two year’s active participation in the Family Faith Formation program is also required to be adequately prepared to receive these Sacraments. A calendar of

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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION

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R.C.I.A. OF ADULTS

The R.C.I.A. is the Process of welcoming adults into
the Catholic Church. Adults who have not been baptized, have been baptized in another Christian faith or baptized Catholics who have not received the Eucharist and/or Confirmation are invited to be part of our R.C.I.A. Process journey. There are four stages in the Process : Inquiry or Precatechmenate, Catechumenate, Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation, and Mystagogy (further Catechesis).

All of these stages have sessions for adults; held in the Vianney Center on Tuesdays, from 7–9 p.m.

Remember: God's love is always approachable.
Our doors are always open.

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R.C.I.A. ADAPTED FOR CHILDREN

The R.C.I.A., Adapted for Children program, is a religious education program—adapted from the R.C.I.A. It is especially designed for young people, ages 6 to 17; who have not been baptized. Preparation of these young people for the Sacraments of Initiation is part of a journey of faith for the whole family which helps them come to the realization of God’s immense love for them.

To schedule an appointment or for more information on either program, please contact the R.C.I.A. Director,
360.1147, ext. 205.

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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

Contact the Pastor’s Secretary, 727.360.1147, ext. 227, three months before the proposed date of baptism.

Baptisms are scheduled on Sundays at 1 p.m., in the chapel

Parents must be St. John Vianney registered parishioners, if not, a Letter of Permission from their parish must be provided for the baptism to take place at St. John’s.

First-time parents need to attend a baptism preparation class held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Please call the Pastor’s Secretary, 727.360.1147, ext. 227, to register.

To register for baptism, a Registration for Baptism form must be filled out.

At least one Godparent must be a practicing Catholic and provide a Sponsorship Certificate for the baptism.

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SPONSORSHIP CERTIFICATE

If a parishioner needs a sponsorship certificate, contact the parish office.

If you are not a registered parishioner and wish to be one, please contact an usher or the parish office for a form.

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BAPTISM OF A CHILD:
Contact the Parish Office* three months before the proposed baptism date. Pre-baptism preparation classes are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

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MATRIMONY:

The preparation process begins with the initial appointment with a priest or deacon at which time a wedding date may be discussed.

Weddings are generally scheduled on Saturdays at       11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.  

No weddings are held during the season of Lent.
A wedding date will be scheduled and confirmed upon:

* approval of priest or deacon,

* receipt of a $300 non-refundable    deposit,

* a Letter of Permission from home parish priest—for the wedding to take place at St. John Vianney— if the couple is not registered at St. John’s.

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HOLY ANOINTING:
If you or a loved one is ill and in need of pastoral care, please call the Pastor’s Secretary, 727.360.1147, ext. 227.

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FUNERALS

Funeral Mass
Contact the Pastor’s Secretary, 727.360.1147, ext. 227, for more information.
Funeral times are 10 a.m. and noon, weekdays; occasionally, noon on Saturday, if there are no scheduled weddings.

Memorial Mass
Considered the same as a Funeral Mass.