St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
315 N. Constitution Ave.
New Freedom, PA 17349
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updated November 7, 2022
The Bazaar Team will be selling items in the Atrium after all weekend Masses from October 8th through November 13th. Items for sale will include beautiful baskets, religious items, holiday decorations, women’s treasures, plants, handmade crafts, jewelry, and much more. There will be Silent Auction items as well. Plan ahead for your holiday shopping!
New Silent Auction Items have been added to the photo galleries below!
October 19, 2022
We hope you enjoy our latest slideshow video which contains images from the 2022 Eucharistic Devotions and Rosary Congress, and a reflection on our parish's Perpetual Adoration Chapel.
June 15, 2022
We hope you enjoy this slideshow which celebrates our Parish Family and many of the wonderful things happening at St. John the Baptist!
Updated September 4 , 2022 - all positions have been filled
St. John the Baptist Catholic School is accepting applications for Classroom & Specials Teachers for the 2022/2023 school year.
Available Positions Include:
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4th Grade Teacher
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Part-Time Technology Teacher
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Part-Time Preschool Teacher Aide
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Part-Time Elementary Gym Teacher
The ideal candidate will possess a knowledge of instructional strategies, demonstrate strong classroom management, and model their Catholic faith.
All employees are required to have/obtain all clearances as required by the State of Pennsylvania and the Diocese of Harrisburg for school employees prior to the start of employment.
Interested candidates should contact the principal at mwilliams@sjbnf.org or 717-235-3525 x211.
September 20, 2022
Here are some scenes from our Outdoor Mass and Parish Picnic. It was a beautiful day!
PENTECOST COLLECTION - May 29
The Diocese of Harrisburg was blessed to sponsor 19 Seminarians for priestly formation this past year. But these men need your help. Please pray for them, so that they may be formed as good and holy priests. If you are able, please also financially support their formation through the Pentecost Collection the weekend of June 5. The cost to educate one candidate for the priesthood is approximately $40,000 per year. This cost goes beyond the classroom, as the Seminarians are provided room, board, healthcare, and other nominal expenses. Please support our future priests through the Pentecost Collection.
St. John's Pentecost Collection will take place the weekend of May 29th.
Gifts can be made using the special parish envelope
or online at www.hbgdiocese.org/pentecost-collection.
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Give Local York - Support our School!
Give Local York is an annual fundraising drive for donors to make a secure donation to their favorite York County nonprofit organizations. This year’s drive is on Friday, May 6, 2022 from 12 midnight to 11:59pm. St. John the Baptist Parish and School is one of the 2022 participants.
We appreciate your support!
March 29, 2022
Join our awesome team! Here are the employment opportunities at St. John the Baptist School for the 2022-2023 school year:
Teacher - Elementary (full-time)
Teacher - Physical Education (part-time)
Teacher - Technology (part-time)
Teacher - Preschool (part -time)
If interested, please send cover letter and resume to Principal@sjbnf.org.
March 14, 2022
The Knights of Columbus will host a fraternal benefits program open to all parishioners on April 3, 2022. The Program will be presented at St. Joseph Catholic Church (2935 Kingston Road, York) starting at 12:30pm with light refreshments. The program will begin at 1:00pm and address: Catholic teachings for funerals; long-term care and estate planning; options for income in retirement; protecting one’s family if health fails; and the importance of legal documents, i.e., will, trust, durable POA, and advanced Directives. Several excellent speakers will be presenting -- contact: Bob Karotko at 717-428-6647 or bobandcarolk@comcast.net to register or with any questions.
Update 3/17/22 March Envelopes have now been mailed out.
March 10, 2022
MARCH COLLECTION ENVELOPES have not yet been mailed out from our distributer due to an envelope shortage. Feel free to place cash or checks directly in the collection basket; or, to have your donation recorded for tax purposes, place your donation in a plain envelope with your name written on it.
Plain labeled envelopes are available in the back of the Main Church and in the Parish Office.
You may also submit your gift electronically by visiting www.sjbnf.org/donate.
This weekend's Second Collection is for our School.
Thank you for your understanding and generosity!
March 4, 2022
On Sunday, March 20th, we will welcome Bishop Ronald Gainer as he visits St. John the Baptist to celebrate the 9 am and 11 am Masses.
Update 5/5/22: This position has been filled
January 25, 2021
JOB OPPORTUNITY - School Principal
St. John the Baptist Catholic School, New Freedom PA
Diocese of Harrisburg
Beginning the 2022-2023 school year
Minimum qualifications: Practicing, knowledgeable Catholic; Thorough understanding of Catholic School Philosophy; Commitment to modeling the values of Catholic Educational Leadership; PA Administrators Certificate (or in process); Catechetical Certification (or in process) and 5 years teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications (in addition to minimum qualification): 3 years of Administrative experience; Catechetical Certification (or in process); Master's Degree in Educational Administration; Interest in developing and implementing a Classical Education Model
For more information, see the Employment listings on the Diocese of Harrisburg website.
Send resume and letter of interest by March 4, 2022 to: Ann Everest, Dept. of Education; Diocese of Harrisburg; 4800 Union Deposit Road; Harrisburg, PA 17111-3710 or by email: aeverest@hbgdiocese.org.
January 14, 2021
THE CORPUS CHRISTI EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL WILL REOPEN on Monday, January 31st at 9am. Thank you for your patience and also for your continued prayers for all those affected by COVID-19.
January 12, 2022
As a Parish Family, we will mark the tragic anniversary of January 22nd, 1973 — the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court Decision -- through a time of prayer and penance.
Eucharistic Adoration will be held in the Main Church on Friday, January 21, 2022 from 12 Noon to 6:00pm in solidarity with all who are at the March for Life in Washington DC.
This time of prayer is an act of reparation for the sins against human life caused by legalized abortion in our nation and as an act of intercession to convert the hearts of all to value the dignity of every human life, beginning at conception, without exception or conditions.
January 4, 2022
Job Opportunity - **THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED**
St. John the Baptist Catholic School in New Freedom, PA has a full-time School Secretary opening, beginning in March 2022. Applicant must have a High School Diploma, have good command of oral and written communication skills, as well as computer and accounting skills. If interested, please submit resume and cover letter to principal@sjbnf.org.
December 30, 2021
THE CORPUS CHRISTI EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19.
We are allowing two weeks for our adorers who have contracted or been exposed to the virus to heal and complete quarantine.
PLEASE MONITOR THE CHAPEL PHONE FOR MESSAGES CONCERNING THE EXACT REOPENING DATE AND TIME: 717-227-9387
We will also post any updates here on our website and the Parish Facebook Page. Thank you!
November 18, 2021
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE STARTS THIS WEEKEND
This weekend (November 20 & 21) through Thanksgiving, we will be accepting donations of non-perishable food items for the pantry to aid the needy of our community. Please leave your contributions in the bins in the Atrium.
There will be a blessing of food for your holiday meal at the 9am Mass on Thanksgiving Day.