CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. April 23, 2017 TODAY’S READINGS ejoice. (1 Peter 1:8) Today is Divine Mercy Sunday. It’s a special day for us to reflect on and rejoice in the merciful love God has for us. It’s an opportunity for us to celebrate the eternal inheritance Jesus has won for us, an inheritance that is “imperishable, undefiled, and unfading” (1 Peter 1:4). We all know what mercy looks like. It’s the judge who knows you are guilty but pardons you anyway. It’s the mother who has caught you in a lie but forgives you. It’s Jesus saying, “Your sins are forgiven. . . . Go in peace” (Luke 7:48, 50). It’s the mercy that brings you “an indescribable and glorious joy” (1 Peter 1:8). The Old Testament tells us about God’s merciful love. When God gave Moses the Ten Commandments, he promised to show mercy to everyone who loves him and obeys his word (Exodus 20:6). King David sang about the Lord who “pardons,” “heals,” and “redeems” us because he is “merciful and gracious” (Psalm 103:3, 4, 8). Even the prophets, who regularly spoke about doom and destruction for the “rebel Israel,” also recalled God’s desire to pour his merciful love on his people (Isaiah 63:9; Jeremiah 3:12; Hosea 14:3; Micah 7:18). The teaching of God’s merciful love shines even brighter in the Gospels. It runs through every one of Jesus’ parables, miracles, and teachings, until it reaches its climax on the cross, when he prays, “Father, forgive them” (Luke 23:34). Pause for a moment and picture God’s merciful love flowing into you. See yourself as the imperfect, sinful person you know you are. Now, see Jesus washing you clean and embracing you. If we were to forget about God’s mercy, the guilt and shame of our sins could weigh heavily on us. If we were to forget that we are sinners in need of mercy, we would risk being blinded by our sins and unable to enjoy God’s wonderful fountain of merciful love. May we never forget! May we always rejoice! “Jesus, I rejoice in your mercy! Help me become an instrument of your mercy to the people around me.” Taken from The Word Among Us, Easter 2017 Vol. 36, Number 5: Used with permission. THIS WEEK’S READINGS Sunday 23 Acts 2:42-47 / 1 Pt 1:3-9 / Jn 20:19-31 Second Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday Monday 24 Acts 4:23-31 / Jn 3:1-8 St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen Tuesday 25 1 Pt 5:5b-14 / Mk 16:15-20 St. Mark Wednesday 26 Acts 5:17-26 / Jn 3:16-21 Thursday 27 Acts 5:27-33 / Jn 3:31-36 Friday 28 Acts 5:34-42 / Jn 6:1-15 St. Peter Chanel and St. LouisGrignion de Montfort Saturday 29 Acts 6:1-7 / Jn 6:16-21 St. Catherine of Siena Sunday 30 Acts 2:14,22-33 / 1 Pt 1:17-21 / Lk 24:13-35 PARISH CALENDAR April 23 – 30 Sunday 23—Sunday of Divine Mercy Children’s Faith Formation classes meet at 9:45am at the Education Center. Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed in English and Spanish at 2:45pm. The Catholic University of America Chorus gives a concert at 7:30pm in the Cathedral. Monday 24—The Rectory offices hours are from 9am to 4:30pm. A Eucharistic Holy Hour is held in the Cathedral from 6 to 7pm, with Confessions in English and Spanish. The Social Justice & Community Services Committee meets at 7pm in the East Conference Room. Tuesday 25—The Rectory offices hours are from 9am to 4:30pm. El grupo de Oración se reúne a las 7 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste. Wednesday 26—RCIA meets in the North Conference Room at 7pm. The Wednesday Night Bible Study meets at 7pm in the West Conference Room. Thursday 27—Adult Confirmation Class meets in the North Conference Room at 7pm. Saturday 29—The Re-Fresh Retreat Day is held in the North Conference Room at 9:30am. Sunday 30—Children’s Faith Formation classes meet at 9:45am at the Education Center. A Protecting Our Family Educational Talk for Parents is held at 10am at the Education Center (see the flyer in today’s bulletin). Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana. Padre Rafael tendrá las confesiones después de la misa de 1 de la tarde. Synod Listening Session is held at the Great Hall following the 5:30pm Mass (see the flyer in today’s bulletin). R
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CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. April 23, 2017
TODAY’S READINGS
ejoice. (1 Peter 1:8) Today is Divine Mercy Sunday. It’s a special day for us to reflect on and rejoice in the merciful love God has for us.
It’s an opportunity for us to celebrate the eternal inheritance Jesus has won for us, an inheritance that is “imperishable, undefiled, and unfading” (1 Peter 1:4).
We all know what mercy looks like. It’s the judge who knows you are guilty but pardons you anyway. It’s the mother who has caught you in a lie but forgives you. It’s Jesus saying, “Your sins are forgiven. . . . Go in peace” (Luke 7:48, 50). It’s the mercy that brings you “an indescribable and glorious joy” (1 Peter 1:8).
The Old Testament tells us about God’s merciful love. When God gave Moses the Ten Commandments, he promised to show mercy to everyone who loves him and obeys his word (Exodus 20:6). King David sang about the Lord who “pardons,” “heals,” and “redeems” us because he is “merciful and gracious” (Psalm 103:3, 4, 8). Even the prophets, who regularly spoke about doom and destruction for the “rebel Israel,” also recalled God’s desire to pour his merciful love on his people (Isaiah 63:9; Jeremiah 3:12; Hosea 14:3; Micah 7:18).
The teaching of God’s merciful love shines even brighter in the Gospels. It runs through every one of Jesus’ parables, miracles, and teachings, until it reaches its climax on the cross, when he prays, “Father, forgive them” (Luke 23:34).
Pause for a moment and picture God’s merciful love flowing into you. See yourself as the imperfect, sinful person you know you are. Now, see Jesus washing you clean and embracing you.
If we were to forget about God’s mercy, the guilt and shame of our sins could weigh heavily on us. If we were to forget that we are sinners in need of mercy, we would risk being blinded by our sins and unable to enjoy God’s wonderful fountain of merciful love. May we never forget! May we always rejoice!
“Jesus, I rejoice in your mercy! Help me become an instrument of your mercy to the people around me.”
Taken from The Word Among Us, Easter 2017 Vol. 36, Number 5: Used with permission.
THIS WEEK’S READINGS
Sunday 23 Acts 2:42-47 / 1 Pt 1:3-9 / Jn 20:19-31 Second Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday
Monday 24 Acts 4:23-31 / Jn 3:1-8 St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen Tuesday 25 1 Pt 5:5b-14 / Mk 16:15-20 St. Mark Wednesday 26 Acts 5:17-26 / Jn 3:16-21 Thursday 27 Acts 5:27-33 / Jn 3:31-36 Friday 28 Acts 5:34-42 / Jn 6:1-15 St. Peter Chanel and St. LouisGrignion de Montfort Saturday 29 Acts 6:1-7 / Jn 6:16-21 St. Catherine of Siena Sunday 30 Acts 2:14,22-33 / 1 Pt 1:17-21 / Lk 24:13-35
PARISH CALENDAR April 23 – 30
Sunday 23—Sunday of Divine Mercy Children’s Faith Formation classes meet at 9:45am at the Education Center. Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed in English and Spanish at 2:45pm. The Catholic University of America Chorus gives a concert at 7:30pm in the Cathedral.
Monday 24—The Rectory offices hours are from 9am to 4:30pm.
A Eucharistic Holy Hour is held in the Cathedral from 6 to 7pm, with Confessions in English and Spanish.
The Social Justice & Community Services Committee meets at 7pm in the East Conference Room.
Tuesday 25—The Rectory offices hours are from 9am to 4:30pm. El grupo de Oración se reúne a las 7 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste.
Wednesday 26—RCIA meets in the North Conference Room at 7pm.
The Wednesday Night Bible Study meets at 7pm in the West Conference Room.
Thursday 27—Adult Confirmation Class meets in the North Conference Room at 7pm.
Saturday 29—The Re-Fresh Retreat Day is held in the North Conference Room at 9:30am.
Sunday 30—Children’s Faith Formation classes meet at 9:45am at the Education Center. A Protecting Our Family Educational Talk for Parents is held at 10am at the Education Center (see the flyer in today’s bulletin). Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana. Padre Rafael tendrá las confesiones después de la misa de 1 de la tarde. Synod Listening Session is held at the Great Hall following the 5:30pm Mass (see the flyer in today’s bulletin).
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SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER, DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
NEWS AND NOTES
Divine Mercy Devotions – Jesus is Divine Mercy in person – The Second Sunday of Easter is Divine Mercy Sunday, established by Pope John Paul II on the day that he canonized Sister Faustina Kowalska in Rome (April 30, 2000). The special devotion to the Divine Mercy is based on the writings of Saint Faustina, and focuses on Jesus Christ as Divine Mercy in person, and mercy as the greatest of God’s attributes and perfections. Join your parish family for Divine Mercy Devotions in the Cathedral today, Divine Mercy Sunday, April 23. Come for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and the praying of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (alternating in Spanish and English) at 2:45pm, concluding with Benediction. To learn more about Divine Mercy Sunday and devotions in honor of the Divine Mercy, visit http://thedivinemercy.org or http://www.ewtn.com/devoti8onals/mercy/backgr.htm. Thank You from the Rector – On behalf of the entire parish community, I want to express my sincere appreciation to the volunteers who decorated the Cathedral for Easter, the lectors, hospitality ministers, servers, Eucharistic ministers, musicians, sacristans, RCIA sponsors, parish staff, priests, deacons, and all who contributed time and talent to the Cathedral during Holy Week and Easter. Please be assured of my gratitude and best wishes for a very blessed Easter season.
—Msgr. Jameson Eucharistic Holy Hour – All are invited to our monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour on Monday, April 24 from 6 to 7pm. Deacon Beale will preside and give a reflection. Fr. Rafael Barbieri will hear confessions in English and Spanish. First Friday and First Saturday – First Friday Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held on May 5 following the 12:10pm Mass until 5pm, in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, to the left of the sanctuary. All are welcome to come and adore Our Lord. On Saturday, May 6 all are welcome to First Saturday Devotions after the 12:10pm Mass, followed by Hospitality in the West Conference Room.
OUTREACH
Collecting Rice Bowl Donations – Catholic Relief Services’ Rice Bowl donations will be collected after every Mass this weekend. You may also turn in your Rice Bowl donations at the rectory. Donations collected in our diocese will benefit global and local efforts to assist our brothers and sisters living in poverty. Questions, contact Fr. Rafael Barbieri or Norma Canedo at [email protected]. People’s Climate March & Mass – On Saturday, April 29, Catholics will join a wider climate movement for a family-friendly march in DC. Mass will be held at St. Dominic’s Church at 9am (630 E St SW). Together communities of faith will voice their concern for the need to take care of our common home. If you would like to join our parish in the march, email Jim Nash at [email protected]. You may also call Norma Canedo at the rectory at 202-347-3215. Save the Date – Event for Our Lady of Fatima Anniversary – Join the parish community in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima. On Saturday, May 6, a bilingual Mass will be celebrated at 12:10pm. First Saturday Devotions with the Reparation Society and the rosary will be prayed in English and Spanish after the conclusion of Mass. A reception will follow at 1:45pm in the West Conference Room with food, a movie, and fellowship. If you have questions or would like to get involved with the event, email Christina or Justin Silvers at [email protected]. A Call to Service – Our Parish Social Justice Committee –All are invited to learn more about the many service opportunities found through St. Matthew’s Social Justice & Community Service Ministries. Join us every last Monday of the month at 6:45pm in the East Conference Room. To learn more about our ministries of service and advocacy, visit the parish website at http://www.stmatthewscathedral.org/outreach. Questions? Email Fr. Rafael Barbieri or Norma Canedo at [email protected].
CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. April 23, 2017
FAITH FORMATION
Adult Confirmation Preparation – Each spring, St. Matthew’s offers adult Confirmation preparation for active, baptized Catholics who already have received their First Eucharist. Registration forms are available in the Rectory and on the parish website. The registration deadline is this Monday, April 24. Contact: Theresa Prymuszewski at 202-587-5139 or tprymuszewski@
stmatthewscathedral.org for more information. Wednesday Night Bible Study – Join parishioners and friends for a weekly study of the upcoming Sunday’s readings led by our Cathedral Seminarians each Wednesday, including April 26 at 7pm in the West Conference Room. It’s a great way to spiritually prepare for Sunday Mass! Married Couples Small Group – Married couples of all ages are welcome on Tuesday, May 2 at 6:30pm, and on the first and third Tuesday of each month, in the North Conference Room. We will watch and discuss the acclaimed Humanum series that explores critical issues regarding marriage and family. Join us for fun and fellowship with other parish couples. Contact: [email protected] Saturday Bible Study – Fr. Jack Hurley will lead a discussion on two Saturdays, May 6 and May 13 you’ll explore some prominent people in the New Testament’s Book of the Acts of the Apostles. You’ll be introduced to individuals who stood out in the initial evangelization of the Good News, notably Peter and Paul, Philip the Deacon, Stephen, Cornelius, Barnabas, Lydia, Aquila, Priscilla, and Timothy. Join us in the East
Conference Room from 10:30am – 11:45am. Bring your Bible!
Cathedral Book Club – The Cathedral Book Club will meet on Monday evening, May 8, from 6:45 to 8pm in the West
Conference Room. The book for discussion is “Vibrant Paradoxes: the Both/And of Catholicism,” by Bishop Robert Barron, described as “simply the most readable and delightful Catholic essayist alive” by critic Peter Kreeft. Cardinal Wuerl describes this engaging collection of short essays on “seemingly opposite realities” as “a must read for anyone looking for a new presentation of our ancient faith.” All are welcome. The Faith Formation Committee – Continues to study “Reading, Praying, Living Pope Francis’s The Joy of Love Faith Formation Guide” during its monthly gathering on Tuesday, May 16 at 6:45pm in the East Conference Room. RCIA – Do you know anyone who might be interested in learning more about our Catholic Faith? The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is an ongoing process for adults who would like to explore our Catholic faith. For more information contact: Theresa Prymuszewski tprymuszewski@ stmatthewscathedral.org Returning and Inactive Catholics – Welcome! – If you are a Catholic who has been away, we invite you to be an active part of us again. LANDINGS is an eight-week series, that offers “a safe place to land,” a place for listening and being heard,
for asking questions and reconnecting with the faith as an adult. If you are interested or know someone who may be, please contact Deacon Stuart Wilson-Smith, C.S.P. at [email protected] for more information.
ARCHDIOCESAN AND AREA NEWS
Annual Jubilarian Mass – This year’s Jubilarian Celebration of marriage honoring couples married 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 51+ years will be held Sunday, June 25 at 2pm at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Cardinal Wuerl will preside at the Mass. Call 202-587-5143 to register by Monday, April 24. Catholic Date Night – This monthly night out for engaged and married couples will be held Saturday, May 13 beginning at 6pm with free wine and cheese, followed by a talk and discussion, and ending at 7pm when couples continue their date on their own. The location is Our Lady of Lourdes, Bethesda, MD. RSVP at DCCatholic.eventbrite.com Fifth ADW Women’s Conference: “Occasions of Grace - Encountering God’s Grace in Day to Day Life” – will be held at Catholic University on Saturday, May 20, from 8:30am to 4pm. There will be presentations in English and Spanish. Keynote speaker is ValLimar Jansen. Breakout sessions speakers are Rev. William Byrne, Christina Lamas (en espanol) and Michael Carotta. The day will also include Mass celebrated by Bishop Knestout, lunch and many faith based exhibitors. Questions? Please contact Debbie McDonald at 301-853-4466 or [email protected].
uando Jesús resucitado se les apareció a los apóstoles, Tomás no estaba presente. Cuando los demás le contaron lo sucedido, él no pudo aceptarlo. Habían estado juntos por
tres años, pero él dudó. En el Evangelio según San Juan vemos varias expresiones con
las que se honra a Jesús, como cuando le dijeron que era un gran profeta, un maestro, el Cristo, el Hijo de Dios. Pero fue el apóstol Tomás —a quien siempre se le ha llamado el “incrédulo”— el que primero proclamó que Jesús era “Señor mío y Dios mío” (Juan 20, 28). Como lo dijo el especialista en la Biblia, el padre Raymond Brown, Tomás hizo “la más completa afirmación de la naturaleza de Cristo que se encuentre en los labios de alguien en todo el Evangelio.”
¡Señor mío y Dios mío! Cada uno de los milagros que Jesús realizó, ya sea la curación del paralítico que bajaron a través del techo, la curación del ciego Bartimeo o la resucitación de Lázaro, apunta a estas cinco palabras. Cada enseñanza de Jesús, el Sermón de la Montaña, la parábola del hijo pródigo o la regla de oro, apunta a estas cinco palabras. Cada revelación de la misericordia y el amor de Dios señaló quién era Jesús y cómo él quiere que lo veamos.
Este relato sobre Tomás condensa la historia de todo creyente en la historia de la Iglesia. Tomás nos representa cuando alguno de nosotros dice: “Me resulta difícil de creer.” Pero, así como Jesús reanimó la fe de Tomás, también quiere reanimar nuestra fe cada vez que nos vemos atrapados en la duda. Jesús quiere que todos seamos como Tomás, es decir, una gente que supera sus dudas muy humanas y muy naturales. El Señor quiere ayudarnos a que cada uno de nosotros digamos: “Jesús, tú eres mi Señor y mi Dios.” Así pues, hermano, hoy y a lo largo de toda la semana proclama estas cinco hermosas palabras, y observa cómo la gracia de Cristo te ayudará a creer aún más.
“Amado Jesús, hoy y siempre quiero proclamar con toda mi fe y mi fuerza que tú eres Señor mío y Dios mío.”
Escogida con el permiso de la Palabra Entre Nosotros. Vol 36, Numero 5; Pascua 2017
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Domingo 23 He 2:42-47 / 1 Pe 1:3-9 / Jn 20:19-31 Segundo Domingo de Pascua / Domingo de la Divina
Misericordia Lunes 24 He 4:23-31 / Jn 3:1-8 San Fidel de Sigmaringa Martes 25 1 Pe 5:5b-14 / Mc 16:15-20 San Marcos Evangelista Miércoles 26 He 5:17-26 / Jn 3:16-21 Jueves 27 He 5:27-33 / Jn 3:31-36 Viernes 28 He 5:34-42 / Jn 6:1-15 San Pedro Chanel y San Luis Grignion de Montfort Sábado 22 He 6:1-7 / Jn 6:16-21 Santa Catalina de Sienna Domingo 30 He 2:14,22-33 / 1 Pe 1:17-21 / Lc 24:13-35
Monday, April 24 7am – Faustin Dessources 8am – Eileen M. Driscoll 12:10pm – Clarito Aquino 5:30pm – Lea Lazar
Tuesday, April 25 7am – Thanksgiving 8am – Virginia A. Flynn 12:10pm – Mary Grabda 5:30pm – Dr. Matthew Kasprenski
Wednesday, April 26 7am – Hugo Hurrell 8am – Clara Ferrera 12:10pm – Nancy Thoburn 5:30pm – All Souls
Thursday, April 27 7am – Maria Becker (living) 8am – Raimundo Diaz Martinez 12:10pm – Winnie Mira Del Rosario 5:30pm – Ernst Dessources
Friday, April 28 7am – James McCarron 8am – Rita T. Zelonis 5:30pm – Alexis Lambros
Saturday, April 29 8am – David Schicher 12:10pm – Rosa Freitas 5:30pm – Jaime Martone Peters
Sunday, April 30 7am – All parishioners 8:30am – Mr. & Mrs. Rice 10am – Lito R. Gorospe 11:30am – Roy Innis 1pm – Harmes J. de Milano 5:30pm – Dana Lenker
Adoración al Santísimo Sacramento – Les invitamos el lunes 24 de abril a que
se unan en adoración al Santísimo, de 6:00 a 7:00 de la tarde, habrá confesiones en inglés y español durante la hora.
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CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. April 23, 2017
NOTICIAS DE LA PARROQUIA
Domingo de la Divina Misericordia – Jesucristo es la misericordia divina en persona. (Papa Benedicto XVI) Únase a su familia parroquial para la devoción de la Divina Misericordia en la Catedral, este domingo 23 de abril a las 2:45 de la tarde. Venga a la Exposición del Santísimo
Sacramento y la recitación de la coronilla (alternando en español e inglés), concluyendo con la Bendición. ¡ ¡ ¡ Gracias ! ! ! – En nombre de toda la comunidad parroquial, quiero expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento a los voluntarios que ayudaron a decorar la Catedral: lectores, ujieres, monaguillos, ministros de la Eucaristía, músicos, sacristanes, padrinos del RICA, el personal de la Catedral, sacerdotes, diáconos y a todos los que contribuyeron con su tiempo y talento durante la Semana Santa y Pascua. Su esfuerzo hizo una gran diferencia. Estoy muy agradecido y les deseo una feliz época de Pascua. —Monseñor Jameson Se recogen donaciones de los platos de arroz – Las donaciones de los platos de arroz del programa caritativo de Catholic Relief Services serán recogidas durante este fin de semana. También puede entregar sus donaciones a la rectoría. Las donaciones que se recogerán en nuestra diócesis ayudarán a esfuerzos globales y locales para apoyar a nuestros hermanos que viven en pobreza. Si tiene alguna pregunta, póngase en contacto con el padre Rafael o Norma Canedo al [email protected]. Grupo de Oración – El grupo de oración se reúne los martes a la 7:00 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste. El objetivo del grupo es profundizar nuestra fe por medio de las Sagradas Escrituras. El grupo de Oración tendrá charlas programadas a través del año. Las charlas están basadas en la encíclica del Papa Francisco Amoris Laetitia (La Alegría del Amor). La próxima charla: # 5 – El Amor que se Vuelve Fecundo será el martes 25 de abril, padre Diego Ruiz, IVE, será nuestro invitado especial. Para más información llame a Fátima Aybar al 202-347-3215 x541. Marcha por el Clima & Misa – El sábado, 29 de abril, un grupo de católicos de varias parroquias se unirán para participar en un movimiento grande por el cuidado del clima en DC. La marcha será abierta a las familias. Antes de la marcha se celebrará una misa en la iglesia de San Dominic a las 9:00 de la mañana (630 calle E, SW). Juntas las comunidades de fe expresarán su preocupación por la necesidad de cuidar de nuestro hogar común. Si quiere
participar en la marcha, mande un correo electrónico a Jim Nash al [email protected]. También puede llamar a Norma en la rectoría al 202-347-3215. Primer Viernes y Primer Sábado – Primer viernes, Exposición y Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento se celebrará después de la misa 12:10 del mediodía hasta 5:00 de la tarde el viernes 5 de mayo en la Capilla del Santísimo Sacramento. Todos son bienvenidos a venir y adorar a nuestro Señor. El sábado 6 de mayo todos son bienvenidos a participar en las devociones del primer sábado después de la misa de 12:10 mediodía, seguida de hospitalidad en el salón de conferencia del Oeste (vea el anuncio de abajo) Guarde la fecha – Evento por el aniversario de Nuestra Señora de Fátima – Únase a nuestra comunidad parroquial en celebración del 100 Aniversario de las apariciones de Nuestra Señora de Fatima. El sábado, 6 de mayo, se celebrará una misa bilingüe a las 12:10 del mediodía. Las devociones del primer sábado del mes con la Sociedad de Fátima y el rosario se rezaran en inglés y español después de la misa. Luego se les invita a una recepción a las 1:45 de la tarde en el salón del Oeste habrá comida, una película y compartir con los demás feligreses. Si tiene alguna pregunta o quiere ayudar con el evento, mande un correo electrónico a Christina o Justin Silvers a [email protected]. También puede llamar a Fatima en la rectoría al 202-347-3215 x541 Clases de Confirmación para Adultos – Se ofrecerán clases de preparación para el sacramento de la Confirmación para adultos activos, bautizados católicos que ya han recibido su primera comunión. Las clases serán los domingos 30 de abril, 7, 14 y 21 de mayo de 11 de la mañana a 12:30 del mediodía. Las personas interesadas deben llamar a Fatima Aybar al 202-347-2315 x541 antes del 23 de abril. Deben tener el certificado de bautizo vigente. Misa de Jubileo Matrimonial 2017 – El Cardenal Wuerl estará presidiendo la misa anual de Jubileo Matrimonial para conmemorar a las parejas que están celebrando 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 o más años de matrimonio el domingo 25 de junio del 2017 en la Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción a las 2:00 de la tarde. Para registrarse llame a la rectoría al 202-347-3215, a más tardar el lunes 24 de abril.
También puede llamar a Norma Canedo en la rectoría al 202-347-3215.
The Social Justice Committee invites you to participate in our parish Food Drive. We will be collecting food
items for Assumption Church a parish in Southeast, DC. Our food drive will support their Pope Francis
Outreach Center and its food pantry — which assists 5,000 Ward 8 residents in need annually.
Questions? Interested in volunteering with our food drive? Email Patricia Boehme at
[email protected]. You may also call Norma Canedo at the rectory at 202-347-3215.
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To enroll online, use code
below or scan here:
If you have any questions about the Faith Direct program, please contact us at 1-866-507-8757 {toll free} or [email protected].
CDC284
E-GIVING ENROLLMENT FORM
Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
1725 Rhode Island Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Weekly Offertory Gift: $____________
“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace.” (Peter 4:10)
You may also choose to give to the following second and special collections as part of the regular monthly transaction.
COLLECTION
q Cathedral Maintenance
q Music Ministry
q Poor Box/Outreach
q Solemnity of Mary
q Church Missions within the US/
Archdiocese of Military Services
q Churches in the Developing World
q Ash Wednesday
q Catholic Relief Services
q Holy Thursday
q Holy Land
q Easter Flowers
q Easter Sunday
(In addition to regular Sunday gift)
AMOUNT MONTH
$________ Monthly
$________ Monthly
$________ Monthly
$________ January
$________ January
$________ February
$________ March
$________ March
$________ March/April
$________ March/April
$________ March/April
$________ March/April
COLLECTION
q Dome at National Shrine
q Holy Father
q Catholic Communications &
Human Development
q Assumption
q Catholic University
q Propagation of the Faith/
World Missions
q All Saints Day
q All Souls Day *
q Archdiocesan Priests' Retirement
q Retirement Fund for Religious
q Immaculate Conception
q Christmas Flowers
q Christmas
AMOUNT MONTH
$________ May
$________ June
$________ August
$________ August
$________ September
$________ October
$________ November
$________ November
$________ November
$________ December
$________ December
$________ December
$________ December
* Please call the church at 202-347-3215 with the names of your intentions for this collection.
I would like to enroll in the Faith Direct program for the benefit of the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle. I understand that my total monthly
contribution amount will be transferred directly from my checking account or credit card as stated above, a record of my gifts will appear on my bank
or credit card statement, and my transfers will begin on the 4th or next business day of the month following my enrollment. I understand that I can
increase, decrease, or suspend my giving by contacting Faith Direct toll free at 1-866-507-8757. {All gifts provided to your Church originating as Automated Clearing House transactions comply with US law.}
Process my gifts on the: q 4th or q 15th of the month (please check only one box)
(Note: The total amount will be determined by the number of
Sundays in the month. Some months have 5 Sundays.)
The Family Life Office of
The Archdiocese of Washington Presents:
Protecting Our Families
Educational Talk for Parents
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Date: Sunday April 30th
Time: 10:00am
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Mullan MS, LCPC
Location: St. Mathew’s Cathedral
Room: Library St. Mathews Education Center on “N” St.
Pope Francis wants your input on the topic of Young People, the Faith, and Vocational Discernment.
Join us to #SharewithFrancis in the Great Hall at
St. Matthew’s Cathedral on any of the following dates:
Sunday, April 30th
immediately following the 5:30 PM Mass
Tuesday, May 2nd 6:30 PM
Thursday, May 11th This session is open to all
members of our community! Join us for a multi-generation discussion on how we can better support the Young Adult community at St. Matthew's & throughout the universal Church!
6:30 PM
Feel free to bring friends as we want to hear from both Catholics and non-Catholics!
