Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

September 21, 2014
Cathedral of the Nativity
of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Celebrating 132 years of the Catholic
Community of Juneau
1882-2014
We, the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed
Virgin Mary, are a beacon on the hill in the heart
of Juneau. We welcome everyone to participate in
our rich Catholic traditions. As a Christian faith
community, we, disciples of Jesus, compassionately
serve in action, in worship,
and through our
relationships.
Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil
• 5:30 pm
Sunday Masses
• 8:30 am
• 11:00 am
• 5:30 pm
Daily Mass Schedule
Monday-Friday:
• 12:10 pm
Wildflower Court (Friday only)
• 10:00 am
Saturday
• 9:30 am
Sacrament of
Reconciliation
Saturday:
•
•
4:00-5:00 pm
(Or by appointment)
416 Fifth Street,
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone 907/586-1513
FAX: 907/586-8091
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.juneaucathedral.org
Facebook:
The Cathedral of the Nativity of
the Blessed Virgin Mary
Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday –Friday
9am to 12 noon
Reflection of the Week:
TwentyTwenty-fifth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
God’s Generosity
Reading I Isaiah 55:6-9
(seeking the Lord)
Reading II Philippians 1:20-24,
27 (spreading the gospel)
Gospel Matthew 20:1-16
(the laborers in the vineyard)
Key Passage [The landowner]
said “Take what belongs to you
and go; I choose to give to this
last the same as I give to you. Am
I not allowed to do what I choose
with what belongs to me? Or are
you envious because I am
generous?” (Matthew 20:14–15)
Adult: What lessons do you
draw from today’s Gospel? How
has God been
generous to you
in this way?
Child: Who is
generous to you,
even when you
do not always
deserve it?
Welcome to the Cathedral
of the Nativity of the
Blessed Virgin Mary
TwentyTwenty-fifth Sunday in
Ordinary Time
We hope you enjoy visiting our nation’s
smallest Cathedral! Please let us know if
we can be of any assistance to
you!
Cruise Ship Schedule:
Sunday: Island Princess
We will be taking a special
$$Collection$$
on September 28th for
Holy Name Catholic
School in Ketchikan.
Thank You for your generosity!
Blessing of the Animals
October 4th at Noon
in the Pocket Park
Bring your dog, cat, bird, ferret, rabbit or any animal
friend to the pocket park for a blessing. Please have
all animals under control and on a leash or in a
carrier. If your pet is unfriendly bring a photo to be
blessed instead.
Saturday, October 18th
6 to 8pm
at St. Ann’s Hall
We will have Bratwurst & Beverages. Please bring
your favorite German dish to share. Come ready to
eat and dance to the fabulous Oompah band.
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September 21st
Thomas Slagle, Jonah Gonzales &
Thomas Manning
September 22nd Bridget McTague
September 23rd Ellen Cook, Resnick Duong,
Mie Christenson & Jason Seifert
September 24th David Bohna
September 25th Karen Blejwas & Ashley Bolyard
September 26th Ronalda Cadiente
September 27th Rick Cook & Marian Dau
We have a limited
quantity of sample
copies of Give Us
This Day to share,
courtesy of Liturgical Press. This monthly publication was created to help sustain your personal prayer practices with daily prayer for
Morning and Evening, prayers and readings for Mass each
day, along with a reflection on the Scriptures, and a daily
profile of a saintly witness.
For every subscription established by a parishioner, our
parish earns $5.00 in credit toward purchases from
Liturgical Press!
To earn that credit for Cathedral of the Nativity of the
Blessed Virgin Mary, please use the promotion code
TDBR5244 when you subscribe online at
www.giveusthisday.org or call toll-free 888-259-8470.
Please stop by the office to pick up your copy or call to
request one 586-1513
Anointing of the Sick
If you have any serious illness of mind, body,
heart or soul, if you are willing to be considered
elderly, or if you are receiving chemotherapy,
consider this opportunity to receive the
sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick:
Saturday, October 18th,
during the 9:30am Mass.
Come and receive graces of healing, strength,
peace and courage.
September 21, 2014
Love INC’s phone number:
780-4090. Our phone lines are open
Mon. – Wed. – Fri. from 10am to 2pm
& Tuesday evening from 7 – 8:30pm.
Parish Photo Directory
We are wrapping up our work on the Photo Directory.
The last day to get your picture taken will be
Today after Mass.
The draft for the Directory will be available to review
after Mass today and on the 28th. You can still email
pictures until the end of the month to the parish office:
[email protected]
Last Chance to get your Ministry Group added to the
Directory too! We are also looking for pictures of
Ministry Groups. If you are a member of a Ministry
Group at the Cathedral please email a group photo and
some information about your group to the office.
MEN ACTS RETREAT
Sept 25-28
What is ACTS? Go to juneauacts.com for more
information or contact the Juneau Acts Core board at
[email protected].
Men’s ACTS Retreat is seeking your prayers and SNACK
donations for the upcoming retreat next weekend!
Please continue to pray for the men on
retreat and drop off snack items to the Office at St.
Paul’s before Thursday, September 25! Thanks for your
Support and Prayers!!
ITS NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP FOR THE
RETREAT! Forms are in the back of Church
Catholic Diocese of Juneau
Chancery Office
Recruitment Advertisement
Fund Development Director, Diocese of Juneau, Alaska.
Responsible for planning and implementing all areas of
fundraising for the diocese, its parishes and missions,
and special projects. Complete job description available
at www.dioceseofjuneau.org. Please send cover letter
and resume by October 19, 2014, to: Larry Bussone,
Business Manager, Diocese of Juneau, 415 Sixth Street,
Juneau, Alaska 99801.
Questions regarding the position can be addressed to
Mr. Bussone at 907 586-2227, Extension 27, or by
email at [email protected].
Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Needs:
Kitchen: Gently used silverware and Pots n’
Pans
Food: Chicken Broth, Cream Soups (except
Mushroom), Tomato Soup, Saltine Crackers,
Can Peas, Tuna, Spam, Vienna Sausage, Instant Oatmeal Packets, Tomato Sauce, and
Canned Diced Tomatoes.
Furniture: Queen Size Box Springs, Bed
Frames, and Bunk Beds
Transitional Backpacks: Used adult size
backpacks, Fleece Hoodies or Sweatshirts in
large sizes: XL, XXL
- We're working on moving this ministry into a
local church and need volunteers willing to
work in this ministry to fill backpack orders. If
you're interested in volunteering in this
ministry, contact Marilyn 780-4090 ext.28 or
email: [email protected]
Requesting a Daily Mass
We would like you to request Mass
Intentions a week ahead so we can put them in the
bulletin. If you are able to get your request into the
office by Thursday they can be included in the
bulletin.
Last week Mass Intentions for:
Monday, 15th
Tuesday, 16
Francisco Manzon, Repose of Soul
th
Wednesday, 17
Thursday, 18
th
Carolina Hermano, Repose of Soul
th
John Reynolds, Repose of Soul
Consolidacion Catduiran,
Repose of Soul
Next week Mass Intentions for:
Monday, 22nd
Irene Satko, Repose of Soul
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Dear Parents with Young Children in Church
By: Jamie Bruesehoff Blogger, ‘I Am Totally *That* Mom’
You are doing something really, really important. I know it's not easy. I see you with your arms overflowing, and I know you came
to church already tired. Parenting is tiring. Really tiring.
I watch you bounce and sway trying to keep the baby quiet, juggling the infant car seat and the diaper bag as you find a seat. I see
you wince as your child cries. I see you anxiously pull things out of your bag of tricks to try to quiet them.
And I see you with your toddler and your preschooler. I watch you cringe when your little girl asks an innocent question in a voice
that might not be an inside voice let alone a church whisper. I hear the exasperation in your voice as you beg your child to just sit,
to be quiet as you feel everyone's eyes on you. Not everyone is looking, but I know it feels that way.
I know you're wondering, is this worth it? Why do I bother? I know you often leave church more exhausted than
fulfilled. But what you are doing is so important.
When you are here, the church is filled with a joyful noise. When you are here, the Body of Christ is more fully present. When you
are here, we are reminded that this worship thing we do isn't about bible study or personal, quiet
contemplation but coming together to worship as a community where all are welcome, where we share in the Word and Sacrament
together. When you are here, I have hope that these pews won't be empty in 10 years when your kids are old enough to sit quietly
and behave in worship. I know that they are learning how and why we worship now, before it's too late. They are learning that worship is important.
I see them learning. In the midst of the cries, whines, and giggles, in the midst of the crinkling of pretzel bags and the growing pile
of crumbs, I see a little girl who insists on going two pews up to share peace with someone she's never met. I hear a little boy slurping (quite loudly) every last drop of his communion wine out of the cup, determined not to miss a drop of Jesus. I watch a child
excitedly color a cross and point to the one in the front of the sanctuary. I hear the echos of "Amens" just a few seconds after the
rest of the community says it together. I watch a boy just learning to read try to sound out the words in the worship book or count
his way to Hymn 672. Even on weeks when I can't see my own children learning because, well, it's one of those mornings, I can
see your children learning.
I know how hard it is to do what you're doing, but I want you to know it matters. It matters to me. It matters to my
children to not be alone in the pew. It matters to the congregation to know that families care about faith, to see young people... and
even on those weeks when you can't see the little moments, it matters to your children.
It matters that they learn that worship is what we do as a community of faith, that everyone is welcome, that their
worship matters. When we teach children that their worship matters, we teach them that they are enough right here and right now
as members of the church community. They don't need to wait until they can believe, pray or worship a certain way to be welcome
here, and I know adults who are still looking to be shown that. It matters that children learn that they are an integral part of this
church, that their prayers, their songs, and even their badly (or perfectly-timed,
depending on who you ask) cries and whines are a joyful noise because it means they are present.
I know it's hard, but thank you for what you do when you bring your children to church. Please know that your family -- with all of
its noise, struggle, commotion, and joy -- are not simply tolerated, you are a vital part of the community gathered in worship.
This post originally appeared on I Am Totally *That* Mom.
Child Care at the 11 o’clock Mass
We love having families with kids at Mass! This year, we will not be offering childcare during the 11am Mass,
however, we have added some amenities to the Mary Joyce room (in the basement of the church) to make it more
comfortable and welcoming for families if they need to step outside of the worship space for a moment. There
are quiet toys in the cupboard, a rocking chair, and a speaker system so you won’t miss anything while your child
goes to the bathroom or takes a “play-break.” Please help us keep this space clean and inviting.
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September 21, 2014
RCIA—or Becoming a Catholic
Do you know someone who has expressed a desire to
become Catholic or is curious about what Catholics believe? Do you know an adult who has not been confirmed yet? Sometimes an invitation from a friend or
neighbor is all a person needs in order to take the next
step to find out more about the Catholic Church and its
teachings.
Please contact Sr. Marie at 586-1340 or
[email protected] if you know someone who is
interested in learning about the Catholic Church.
The Feast of St.
Therese
Diocese of Juneau
Feast Day
Children’s Holy Hour:
Eucharistic Adoration at St. Paul’s
The First Saturday and the 3rd Saturday of the
Month
Children are invited to come
10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
as the "Children's Holy Hour." They may share
scriptural readings, sing simple songs, and all
children are welcome. We'd love to have folks
join us!
Religious
Education Fall
Semester
Join us for lunch!
Wednesday October 1st
Come to Mass and celebrate the Feast of St. Therese our
Diocesan Feast Day. We will have sandwiches in the
Mary Joyce Room following Mass.
Life Teen: Sunday 6:45-8:30pm at St. Paul’s
September 21st: Our Mass
September 28th: Service Project
Classes Sunday :
9:30-10:45am
CGS Level 1 (age 3 to6)
CGS Level 2 (age 6 to 9)
Classes are
filling up fast!!
12:30-2:30pm
Open Registration!
Classes begin
September 21st.
Pick up a yellow
registration form in the
back of church.
Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
CGS Level 1 (age 3 to6)
CGS Level 2 (age 6 to 9)
CGS Level 3 (age 9 to 12)
3:15-5:15pm
CGS Level 1 (age 3 to6)
CGS Level 2 (age 6 to 9)
CGS Level 3 (age 9 to 12)
7th & 8th Grade Youth Group
For more
information call
Katy Beedle Rice at
907-586-1713
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Contact Us
Sacraments
Marriage Preparation: Congratulations! We stand ready to
assist you in your marriage. Please contact the parish for more
information.
Pastoral Staff
Baptismal Preparation: Congratulations on the new life in your
family! Contact the parish office for more information and for
times of preparation classes.
Bishop of the Diocese of Juneau
Diocesan Youth Minister
Bishop Edward J. Burns
Office: 907/586-2227 ext 25
Jacob Coffman
Phone: 907/789-7307
Cell: 907/957-9105
Email: jacobtcoffman
@gmail.com
Christian Initiation (RCIA): Unbaptized adults and children
(seven years and older) and baptized Christians desiring to join
the Catholic Church please contact Sr. Marie Lucek, RCIA
Coordinator, at 586-1340.
Communion and Anointing of the Sick: Please call our office if
you know of anyone who is in need of one or both of these
sacraments. (The hospital can no longer contact us directly.)
Ministry
Rosary: Monday-Friday at 11:15 am before the daily Mass &
Saturday at 9:15 am.
Prayer Chain: Contact Maria Rogers at 780-4918.
Victim Assistance Coordinator: Contact Robbie Izzard
586-2227 ext. 25.
Twin Hearts Charismatic Prayer Group meets Sundays at
1:00 pm in the Cathedral worship space.
Holy Trinity Charismatic Prayer Mtg., contact Naida James
at 723-5037.
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets Thursday at 6:30pm in the
parish hall large classroom. For more information contact
Rhiannon Jensen at 907/635-1283.
Martha Ministry meets on the third Wednesday of the month
in the parish library. Contact Paula Rohrbacher at 364-1599 if
you would like to join the group!
St. Therese of the Child Jesus Carmelites meet on the 3rd
Saturday of the month, 1:30 pm, Cathedral Parish Hall
classroom. Call Cathy Price at 463-3981.
†††
Rector
Fr. Patrick Casey, OMI
Office: 586-1300
Cell: 907/518-4059
Email: [email protected]
Deacon
Charles Rohrbacher
Office: 907/586-2227 ext 23
Cell: 907/321-5083
Email: [email protected]
Pastoral Associate
Sr. Marie Lucek, OP
Office: 586-1340
Cell: 907/209-3577
Email: [email protected]
Director Religious
Education
Katy Beedle Rice
Office: 907/586-1317
Cell: 907/209-1713
Email:
[email protected]
Office Manager & ADRE
Diocesan Missions
(In(In-residence)
Fr. Edmund Penisten
Office (Cathedral): 907/5861513
Pastoral Council
Brian Holst ~ 463-3074
[email protected]
Rich Pratt ~ 790-4288
[email protected]
Cathy Price ~ 463-3981
[email protected]
Carl Uchytil ~ 957-5526
[email protected]
Jo Betts ~ 780-8637
[email protected]
Barbara Cadiente-Nelson ~
Rhiannon Jensen
723-9367
Office: 907/586-1513
[email protected]
Cell: 907/209-7215
Email: [email protected]
Donations
ELECTRONIC GIVING:
Visit our website
Knights of Columbus meet the 1st Thursday of the month,
7pm in the Mary Joyce Room. Contact Peter Forsling at
email [email protected]. Also, follow the Cathedral
Knights on Twitter at @KofC_1760 and like us on Facebook
at Kofc Cathedral Bvm!
and select donations. Cathedral of the Nativity BVM
offers a mobile version of our on-line giving page to
make it easy for you to give anytime from your
smart phone. Simply scan the image you see here
using your phone’s Quick Response (QR) code reader!
Alaskans for Life meets 2nd Tuesday of the month 7:30 pm
at rotating locations. For more information, call Sid at
789-9858 or Ida at 789-9622.
Donations for Sunday, September 14th
Weekly Church Support: $4,446.55
Contemplative/Centering Join with others who practice
Centering Prayer to pray and learn more about the process.
For more information about this form of prayer contact Alan
Rogers at [email protected] or 789-7589.
Downtown Group: Contact: Therese at 201-937-8261
or [email protected]
The Divine Mercy in Our Souls Cenacle An Adult prayer/
study group meets weekly at St. Paul’s. For additional
information, Call Susanne or Terry Elder at 789-9611.
Weekly Mom’s Group: Tuesday, 8:30 to 9:30am. Locations
alternate between St. Paul and the Cathedral.
Special Collections:
Building Fund: $129.75
S.O.M.E.: $1,253
Facilities Fund: $245
CGS: $75
Faith in Action: $50
Holy Name School: $300
Upcoming Special Collections:
September 21st ~ Cathedral Building Fund
September 28th ~ Holy Name School
October 5th ~ Facilities Fund