Come join us on August 13th for a delicious “meat-lovers” barbecue dinner from the Knights of Columbus. Enjoy juicy BBQ ribs, brisket and chicken, with cornbread, corn on the cob, baked beans, dessert and drinks mashed potatoes, coleslaw, drinks and cake for just $13 per person. Doors open at 6 PM in the Parish Hall, below the main church. Tickets sold at the door only, cash or check. All welcome!

On September 11 we will have our very first monthly 'Alive!' Mass. Kids and families will be invited to be minsters of the Mass, and music will be led by the children of the parish with the new 'Alive!' Ensemble. EVERYONE is welcome to join us ... Be Uplifted, Be Alive!

On Sunday September 11th, 12:30 – 2:00 PM in the Parish Hall, you are invited to attend a special seminar: “Creating a Culture of Life in Our Parish and Our Community.” This will be a great opportunity to learn more about what YOU can do to support the sanctity of life right here in our own local area.

Every year, St. Joan of Arc Parish celebrates and builds community with a good “OLD FASHIONED” parish picnic, open to all! This year the picnic will take place on Sunday September 25 in the Church Hall and on the grounds of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. The picnic begins with Mass at 11:15AM, followed by great food downstairs in the hall. Everyone is welcome!

August 6/7 is the first weekend of the month ... it's time for Donuts! Come join your fellow parishioners after all Masses to enjoy sweet treats and social time. Get to know the people of St. Joan of Arc. Introduce yourself to those you sit near each weekend. "Strangers are friends we haven't met yet!"

[10/4/22, 9:56 AM | EVENT CANCELED DUE TO RAIN!] Bring your pets to be blessed at St. Joan Of Arc Catholic Church on the Feast of St. Francis, Tuesday October 4th. The blessing will start at 2:30 PM across the street from the Church on the school grounds. (Pets should be leashed or in containers.)

We are about to kick off our brand new Parish Faith Formation year with a great event: TGIF (Thank God It's Fall!) Come to the Parish Hall on Sunday October 9th, 9:30 AM, and learn what is in store for us ahead, and how we might help, as a parish, with the spiritual development of your family. Light breakfast and great social time included.

'Alive' Mass is a monthly Worship event that takes place at 11:15 AM Mass. Children and families are invited to participate as ministers of the Mass, and music is provided by an intergenerational ministry: the 'Arise' Ensemble, the SJA Voices School Choir and other young people of the parish. NEW THIS MONTH: Open Choir for grade school - middle school kids. Just come an hour early at 10:15 AM to practice.

On Saturday, October 15th, at 10:00 AM, there will be a public Rosary held at Veteran's Park in Aberdeen. We will be praying for Life, and for our Nation. Everyone is welcome. Bring a lawn chair to be comfortable, and a set of rosary beads.

All parishioners, especially those registered to vote, are encouraged to join us in the Parish Hall after 11:15 AM Mass on October 23rd as we explore how our Faith informs us as American Citizens, in the light of the US Bishops' document "Forming Consciences For Faithful Citizenship." Light refreshments provided.

Wednesday, November 2nd is All Souls Day. We invite all our parishioners to come to a special “Mass of Remembrance” at 7:00 PM, where we will remember all whom we have lost from our parish this past year, and all our friends and relatives who have passed on to life eternal before us.

Holy Hero Vacation Bible Camp takes place at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church from Monday, July 25th to Thursday July 28th, 9 AM to Noon. Kids from PreK-4 thru 5th Grade are invited to join the fun.

Our pastor, Fr. William Franken, has been with us for 10 years. We are so grateful for his service to our community, and for guiding our parish with his wisdom, experience and a sure hand. To celebrate the occasion there will be a special dinner for parishioners on Saturday July 16th, after the 5 PM Mass. Come and congratulate Fr. Willie on this milestone in his ministry to our Parish, whether at dinner or after Masses that weekend.

This Fall, you are invited to join Deacon Ray on a journey of exploration and discovery of the third person of the Trinity: The Holy Spirit. Using the fascinating video series ‘The Wild Goose’ by Fr. David Pivonka on the ‘FORMED’ website, participants will increase their awareness of the role of the Holy Spirit in their faith journey.

Stay after 8:30 AM Mass this Sunday for a special period of Eucharistic Adoration to honor the Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed on the altar and all are welcome to stay and pray.

During this week we invite everyone to pray for the success of our Building Campaign, and to prayerfully consider what we personally can do to support the future of our Parish. Click here to pray our Campaign Prayer and to learn all about our plans. Pray also for the success of our 'Commitment Weekend' next week, June 4th & 5th.

On May 30th we will celebrate Mass at 8:30am and remember all those who have sacrificed for our Nation and lost their lives in war. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. ​​​​​​​All military, law enforcement, health care, and first responders are welcome to wear their uniforms.  

Come join us on June 18th for the first of three Summer Community Dinners. Enjoy fried chicken, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, drinks and cake for $10 per person. Doors open at 6 PM in the Parish Hall, below the main church. All welcome!

This 4-session series for adults and teens will help us explore our faith and become more connected to our parish in an easy, non-judgmental environment. You (and your family) will learn more about your faith and make new friends at Church! Light breakfast included! All welcome!

The Knights of Columbus will host a delicious dinner on Saturday, May 7th in SJA parish hall to raise support for four of our seminarians for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Tickets are $30 in advance and will be sold after Masses, or $35 at the door.