Weekly Bulletin - Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin - Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
February 8, 2015 Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Bless us with your presence. Serving as the Mother Church of the Diocese of Richmond Twinning with the Catholic Community of Carissade, Haiti Serving the Campuses of Virginia Commonwealth University The Most Reverend Francis X. DiLorenzo Bishop of Richmond Monsignor Patrick D. Golden Rector 800 S. Cathedral Place, Richmond, VA 23220-4853 Office: (804) 359-5651 Fax: (804) 358-8043 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm www.richmondcathedral.org Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” – Matthew 18:20 Are you looking for new ways to connect to other adults in prayer? Adult formation of our spiritual lives in not just words it’s how we live in the mystery of God’s plan for us. Our lives of discipleship need to be nourished. As adults learn, pray and grow together so does our church community. All are invited to the many opportunities to grow in faith together. Please allow the spirit to guide you to attend one of the many programs we offer: “Reflections” This session, the book Radical Hospitality is the focus of reflection and study. This is book of wisdom as well as stories that encourage us to embrace the true meaning of love for the other, by welcoming the stranger. This book is food for the soul! This session will meet in the parish office from 10:00 to 11:00 am on February 8, 15 and 22. For Session #3 of “Reflections” we will be using the book “Inspirations” by Pope Francis. Join us then too! “Prayer and Spirituality” A time to become closer to God through prayer. Prayer is vital to our deep commitment to Jesus. Prayer has the transforming power of grace. This group meets in the parish office from 10:00 to 11:00 am on February 15, April 19, May 17, and June 21. All are invited!! “Lent: 40 Soul Searching Questions” Begin a new spiritual journey this Lent that gives you new insights into the meaning of your life. Develop a deeper relationship with God, one truer to the demands of the world, the belief that you are called by God to be light to the world. The Lenten reflection book that will be used is “40 Soul-Stretching Conversations” by Sister Joan Chittister. This group will meet in the parish hall from 10:00 to 11:00 am on the Wednesdays during Lent: February 25, March 4, 11, 18 & 25. Babysitting will be provided. Parish Staff Rector, Rev. Msgr. Patrick Golden | [email protected] Rev. Msgr. Stephen Osei-Duah, Parochial Vicar | [email protected] Deacon, Rev. Mr. Marshall Banks, MD | [email protected] Deacon, Rev. Mr. Chris Malone | [email protected] Deacon, Rev. Mr. Mark Matte | [email protected] Deacon, Rev. Mr. Charles Williams | [email protected] Director of Religious Education, Maria Thorsen | [email protected] Youth Ministry Coordinator, Elizabeth Riegler | [email protected] VCU Campus Minister, Joshua Dart | [email protected] VCU Campus Minister, Mary Rebecca Anderson | [email protected] Business Administrator, Kim Kremer | [email protected] Administrative Secretary, Jayne Hushen | [email protected] Administrative Assistant/Membership Services, Candice Davis | [email protected] Bookkeeper, Tiffany Baham | [email protected] Facilities, Patrick Garrett | 804-248-2207 | [email protected] Daniel Hudson | 804-874-6152 Pastoral Council, Donna Newcomb | [email protected] Finance Council, Steve Brincefield | [email protected] For a complete list of our ministries, committees and ways to get involved please refer to our Parish Resource Guide on our Website or pick up a copy at the entrance to the church. This Week at the Cathedral Prayers and Praise Saturday, February 7, 2015 8:00 am Confirmation Retreat for 10th Graders 9:00 am Holy Week Preparation Meeting in Parish Office 4:45 pm Sant’ Egidio Prayer 5:15 pm Mass † Louise Kelly 6:15 pm Private Baptism Sick: Mary Hormachea, Dennis Bellone, Gabriel Peter Norment, Patricia Golden, Gina Lohr, Ed Dunn, Jr., Eddie Dunn, III, Sally Pastore, Mike Inzitari, Frank Inzitari, Thelma Robinson, John Kuhn, Jerry Kuhn, Shep Harder, Miguel Lopes, Michael Amrhein, Mimi Eynon, Barbara Kersey, Sheila Dolan, Joseph Dees, Tony Smith, Dylan Marshall, Donald Barkman, Jean Serini, Stephanie Merenda, Gerald Dennis Neville, Amy Tweedale, Linda Brown, Billie Sutherland Moore, Fr. Paul Richardson, Kimberly Werner Hampton, Jenny Mileto, Nancy Munson, Rae Funk, Raymond Wilkerson, Jim Crowe, Chrystal Muldrow, Mark Eckstein, Pete Scherer, Mark Rittling, Kristell Jimemez, Karen Massengil, Mary Brocking, Pat Mirr, Edward Klein, Larry and Sharon Lilly, Marjorie Dineen, Mark Patrick Cotham, Walter Bullard, Anne Hutchins, Patrice Morris, Melvin Spurlock, Tim Dolan, Janine Thompson and Lidia Quagliano. Also, please continue to pray for those written in the Book of the Sick and those in our Armed Forces. Sunday, February 8, 2015 9:00 am Mass † Alvaro Roco 10:05 am Children’s Formation Classes 10:05 am Full Circle of Grief 10:05 am “Radical Hospitality” Adult Faith Formation 11:00 am Mass † Ernest Schleicher 12:00 pm First Reconciliation Class 5:15 pm Mass -- Cathedral Parishioners 6:15 pm CCM Student Sunday Supper Monday, February 9, 2015 12:05 pm Daily Mass † Helen Marie Barr @ Seminarians: John Baab, John Christian, Deacon Danny Cogut, Taylor Hall, Jamie Hickman, Deacon Matt Kiehl, Mark Kowalski, Marton Lonart, Deacon Nick Mammi, Chris Masla, Miguel Melendez, Dan Molochko, Kyle O’Connor, James O’Reilly, Andrew Oehmann, Frank Petsche, Nick Redmond, Justin Shuma, Cassidy Stinson. Tuesday, February 10, 2015 11:30 am Prayer Shawl Ministry 12:05 pm Daily Mass † Liddy Horsey 6:00 pm RCIA RCIA Candidates and Catechumens ednesday, February 11, 2015 W 12:05 pm Daily Mass † Robert Gordon 6:00 pm CCM Reconciliation 7:00 pm Separated & Divorced Support Group 7:15 pm Student Mass and Adoration Confirmands: Sophia Choi, Celia Cifuentes, Lineth Cobarrobias, Erika Cruz, Susan Horn, Amanda Olivas, Luke Payne, Monique Sanchez and Julliette Zeballos-Perez Thursday, February 12, 2015 12:05 pm Daily Mass -- Sister Mary Jane Magers 6:30 pm Chinese Students and Scholars Bible Study F riday, February 13, 2015 12:05 pm Daily Mass 6:00 pm What’s Love Got to Do With It? CCM Valentines Day Retreat Saturday, February 14, 2015 9:00 am Holy Week Preparation Meeting in Parish Office 4:45 pm Sant’ Egidio Prayer 5:15 pm Mass -- Cathedral Parishioners 6:15 pm Private Baptism 6:30 pm St. Bede Choir Reception Sunday, February 15, 2015 9:00 am Mass † Bruno Voigt 10:05 am Children’s Formation Classes 10:05 am Prayer and Spirituality 10:05 am “Radical Hospitality” Adult Faith Formation 11:00 am Mass with Rite of Sending Catechumens to the Rite of Election † Maria & Alvaro Roco 2:00 pm FREE Concert of Music for Weddings & Other Festive Occasions 5:15 pm Mass † Frank Chester, II 6:15 pm CCM Student Sunday Supper 4 A Note from our Rector I’m emailing all of you with some rather difficult news. Effective today, February 4, Patrick Carlin is no longer employed at the Cathedral. I really can say nothing more on this matter. Catechumens: Taylor Alas, Oscar Bastidas, Jem Chapman, Courtney Donner, Crystal Greene, Jessica Hladky, Christopher Lee, Brandon Monahan, Sierra Roman, Stephen Sovinsky, Barbara Sulimay, Zanas Talley, Carla Wong Candidates: Patrick Ambrose, Erik Draves, Danielle Harris, Amber Petrohovich, Haden Yonce and Adam Yost Welcome our New Members who joined us in January: Matthew & Kathryn Ferrett and Samuel, Charles & Stephanie Lawson, Chris Sill, Chris Peratta, Agneta Liubinaite, Kingley Nwoko. The Pope’s general prayer intention for February is: Universal: That prisoners, especially the young, may be able to rebuild lives of dignity. Evangelization: That married people who are separated may find welcome and support in the Christian community. We pray for the coming of God’s Kingdom in Metropolitan Richmond: For healthy economic development, which enhances the Metropolitan community, employs the unemployed, and contributes to the common good. The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Community of Faith extends our prayers and sympathy to Cathedral parishioners Jenny and Carey Bliley, and their Family, upon the passing away of Jenny’s grandmother, + Margaret Casey on Monday, January 26, in Richmond. Weekly Offerings For Fiscal Year beginning 7/1/2014 The Cathedral is grateful for last week’s collection. Regular Offertory Amount Budgeted Amount Received Difference Preservation Social Justice Poor and Needy Haiti Last Week $19,538 $17,782 -$1,756 Year to Date $661,110 $638,199 -$22,911 $902$129,186 $1,374 $29,528 $5,280$17,081 Catholic Campus Ministry at VCU St. Joseph Statue Dedication Rosary Monday nights | 9:00 pm Come join the CCM for some good All former St. Joseph parishioners and families are invited to St. Elizabeth Church Sunday February 22 to celebrate as we dedicate our statue of St. Joseph in memory of the first Catholic Church for Blacks in the South. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 am followed by our dedication and a brief concert by our Gospel Choir. St. Elizabeth is located at 2712 2nd Avenue, Richmond, VA. For more information please call 804-329-4599 or email [email protected]. ol’ fashioned Rosary praying on Monday nights! Friday Morning Prayer at 7:30 am and Vesper’s (evening prayer) Friday evenings | 6:00 pm I’ll have the breakfast toast, a moment with Jesus, and some cream and sugar for my coffee please. And if you’re like most people and skip breakfast, we have prayer to go with your dinner. Student Mass and Eucharistic Adoration Wednesdays | 7:15 pm Father Stephen will be providing Confession from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Daily Mass is cool and everything, but Wednesday Student Mass with Adoration? Why would you not stop by?! Come join us! Father Rob Talk, Thursday | 6:00 pm Daily Mass | 12:05 pm Everybody goes to church on Sundays, but daily mass is even greater! Go see why – it’ll only take you 30 minutes. Catholic Coffee Tuesday | 7:30 am CCM will be giving out FREE COFFEE Tuesday Mornings to all the folks that pass by. We could use some help making morning coffee, and as always we’ll save you a cup. Midlothian Ice Skating on Friday, February 13 No Valentine’s Day plans? No problem! CCM’s got a fun outing for all the cool folks who don’t have plans Friday night! Contact Michael Saboe ([email protected]) with questions regarding time, transportation, who his Valentine is, and so on. PaW Night! Thursday | 8:00 pm Bring out the instruments and get ready to feel the Holy Spirit people, it’s Praise and Worship night with CCM! Mini Twilight Retreat Friday | 7:00 pm So the mini retreat is actually the day before Valentine’s day…so if you still would like to come (which you so should), come on by! I promise it’ll be worth it. Beyond the Cathedral Pilgrimage to Shrines of France June 29 - July 9 | Reservation deadline: March 15, 2015 Join Father Stephen Alcott, O.P., from St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Charlottesville, on a Pilgrimage visiting Shrines of France including Paris, Lisieux, Nevers and Lourdes. Pilgrims will visit sites of Parish including the Miraculous Medal Shrine; places associated with the lives of St. Therese and St. Bernadette and will participate in the liturgical celebrations of Lourdes. While in Lourdes, pilgrims will join the U.S. National Rosary Pilgrimage which is accompanied by clergy, medical staff and volunteers to provide assistance. For details, contact Fr. Stephen Alcott, O.P. Email: [email protected] or Elizabeth Grinder: 1-877-276-7279, Email: [email protected] Cathedral Information Daily Mass Schedule: Monday - Friday: 12:05 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation: Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday: 5:15 pm Sunday: 9:00 am 11:00 am & 5:15 pm Saturday: 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm If you’re interested in becoming Catholic contact Maria Thorsen at [email protected] or 804-212-3888 For Weddings, call Jayne Hushen in the Parish Office at 804-212-3892. For Mass Intenions, call Candice Davis in the Parish Office at 804-359-5651. Christian Marriage Formation Program for Engaged Couples, www.cdrcmfl.org/marriage-family/mariage-preparation/ Infant Baptisms - A Baptism Registration Form is available at the door of the church or on our website - www.richmondcathedral.org Sunday, February 22 | 9:00 am | St. Elizabeth’s Church Parish Community Life Preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation for Youth Sunday, February 8 | 12:00 noon [email protected] Preparation to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation will take place on the following dates: January 11 (12:00-2:00 pm), January 25 (12:00-2:00 pm) February 8 (12:00-2:00 pm) Parents will have instruction at the same time your child is receiving their instruction. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be at 10:00 am on February 21. All classes will begin with a Pot Luck lunch in the Parish Hall. If you have any questions please email Mary Alice Teller: [email protected] or [email protected] Preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist for Youth Sunday, March 8 & 22, & April 19 | 12:00 noon [email protected] Preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist will take place on the following dates. Parents will have instruction at the same time your child is receiving their instruction. March 8 (12:00-2:00 pm) March 22 (12:00-2:00 pm) April 19 (12:00-2:00 pm). Sacrament of First Eucharist will be during the 9:00 and 11:00 am Masses on May 3, 2015. If you have any questions please email: [email protected] or [email protected] Preparation for 10th Grade Sacrament of Confirmation Liz Riegler at [email protected] Confirmation preparation for 10th graders begins in January. The preparation consists of 4 modules and a retreat. If you are in 10th grade and would like to be Confirmed this year, please contact Liz Riegler as soon as possible for a registration packet: [email protected] This is a requirement for all 10th graders being Confirmed in May, 2015. Requirements: Module #3: March 8, 2-5:00 pm at St. Paul, Richmond Module #4: April 19, 2-5:00 pm at Holy Rosary, Richmond Nursery is open from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Sundays for children ages 12 mos. to 3 years. The nursery is on the lower level (take the elevator). Ordained Ministry and Religious Life: For information about the life and ministry of priests, deacons, and seminarians of men & women in religious life, contact Fr. Michael Boehling at 804-359-5661 or www.richmonddiocese.org/vocations Self-Guided Tour: When visiting the Cathedral, pick up a Self‐Guided Tour pamphlet at the front entrance. To view the tour on our website, visit: www.richmondcathedral.org/ selfguidedtour.pdf We welcome new members to our parish! You can fill out a registration form found at the back of the church, or email [email protected], or fill out an online registration form on our website: www.richmondcathedral.org During Weekday Masses, Parking Passes Are Not Needed Parish Faith Formation Programs "Full Circle of Grief" Sunday, February 8 | 10:00 am | Parish Hall On February 8, Drew Burrichter, a parishioner of Cathedral and the Director of Mission for Bon Secours Health Source will bring us a presentation from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the Parish Hall. "Full Circle of Grief” has a mission to provide comprehensive and professional grief support for children, adults, family and the community. Please come to learn about the many compassionate programs that are provided by this organization. Bingo is Back! Saturday, February 21 | 6:30 pm Parish Hall Bingo is Back! The Knights of Columbus, Bernard J. Quinn council #11710, will be having their Annual Bingo Night Fundraiser on Saturday, February 21 at 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall. The entry fee will be $30/family (4), $20/single, and $10/VCU student; this is your gaming fee for the evening. Pizza, salad, soft drinks, coffee, and other finger food will be provided by the Knights. Door prizes and raffle items will be available. Please come out and join the Knights and our church parishioners for an evening of FUN, FOOD, and FELLOWSHIP! Doors open at 6:30 pm and gaming begins at 7:00 pm. Cash donations will be accepted in lieu of attendance. Hope to see you there! “Reflections” Session #2 February 8, 15, and 22 The book that will be used is titled Radical Hospitality. St. Benedict wrote about Hospitality, welcoming the outsider, the poor, the pilgrim. Guests are crucial to the making of any heart. Read and discuss about how we can welcome the Divine in the stranger. The facilitator of this group is Mike Jackman. If you have any questions please email Maria Thorsen at [email protected] Separated or Divorced Catholics Support Group February 11, 19 and 25 | 7:00 pm [email protected] As a Catholic community we practice love and healing; love is a service to our community”. . . There can be healing during and after a divorce. A program will be offered at Cathedral to minister to those experiencing a separation of their marriage or a divorce. This group will meet in the Parish Offices on the following dates and time: February 11, 19 & 25. All sessions will begin at 7:00 pm. If you are interested in joining this group or have questions, please email Maria Thorsen. The facilitator, Christine Cestaro, is experienced in this support group. Readings and Reflection February 8 Job 7 : 1-4, 6-7 1 Cor 9 : 16-19, 22-23 Mark 1 : 29-39 February 15 Lv 13 : 1-2, 44-46 1 Cor 10 : 31 –11:1 Mark 1 : 40-45 Prepare for Sunday Mass using an online resource that includes a copy of the readings and much more. To access, go to the parish website and click on “Prepare for Sunday.” 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time Today we continue to read from Mark’s Gospel, learning more about the ministry of Jesus. Jesus cured Simon’s mother-in-law, and she immediately began to serve Jesus and his disciples. Jesus also cured many others who were brought to him, healing their illnesses and driving out demons. As we will see throughout Mark’s Gospel, Jesus did not permit the demons to speak because they knew his identity and would have revealed it to those who were present. On the morning after this busy day, Jesus retreated in prayer, but was pursued by Simon and others who brought news that many people were looking for him. At this point in Mark’s Gospel, we begin to see a distinct role for the inner circle of Jesus’ disciples—they act as intermediaries between Jesus and the people. Jesus reports to his disciples that they need to leave Capernaum to preach in other places. Today’s Gospel completes a picture of Jesus’ ministry: preaching, curing the sick, driving out demons, and then moving on to continue this work in another place. Mark’s Gospel tells us that Jesus did this throughout Galilee. Jesus’ compassion and healing of the sick is a sign of the Kingdom of God. The Church continues to extend Christ’s healing presence to others in its ministry to the sick. In the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, the Church prays for spiritual and physical healing, forgiveness of sins, and comfort for those who are suffering from illness. In today’s Gospel we also notice the importance of prayer in Jesus’ daily life. Jesus rose early in the morning, removed himself from the crowds, and went to a deserted place to pray. When the disciples found him, he told them that it was time to move on. We believe that in his prayers Jesus found guidance and direction from God. We also bring our decision-making to God in prayer, asking for his guidance and direction in our lives. ©LoyolaPress RCIA Prayer Partners Would you please pray for the members of the RCIA program? Please consider being a “PRAYER PARTNER” for an RCIA member. The RCIA members are entering a time closer to their full initiation in the Catholic faith at the Easter Vigil. As a “Prayer Partner” you will be given the name of a member of RCIA so you can pray for them by name. Please email [email protected] if you are interested. From February 18 through March 29 www.40daysforlife.com | [email protected] Commonwealth Chris Joseph Lisa Joseph Associate Broker / REALTOR® 7201 Glen Forest Drive, Suite 104, Richmond, VA 23226 Chris: 804-276-2932 Lisa: 804-276-2370 Fax: 804-612-2829 [email protected] | www.josephrealtygroup.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated You’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and to pray peacefully during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside the Richmond Medical Center for Women (abortion facility) at 118 N. Boulevard at Grove Avenue for one or more hours during the 40day prayer vigil, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you’d like more information – and especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, please contact: Ann Niermeyer, 804714-5170, [email protected]. All are welcome! To learn more visit www.40daysforlife.com