The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Most Rev. Richard G. Lennon, Bishop of Cleveland 1007 Superior Avenue E Cleveland OH 44114-2582 216-771-6666 [email protected]web: SaintJohnCathedral.com Since 1848, this historic Cathedral Church in the middle of Cleveland’s civic center has served Catholics and the wider community of Cleveland as a prayerful oasis and spiritual home. As the Bishop’s Church, the Cathedral is the “Mother Church” for over 710,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Cleveland. All are welcome! Your generous support is very much appreciated. \ Masses Sunday: 8:00, 10:30 am, 12:15, & 5:30 pm Monday - Friday: 7:15 am, 12:00 noon, 5:10 pm Saturday: 7:15 am & 12:00 pm 4:30 pm (Sunday Vigil) Confessions Monday-Friday: 6:30-7 am, 11:30-12:30, 4:30-5 pm Saturday: 7:45-8:15, 11:15-11:45 am, 3-4 pm Devotions & Novenas Miraculous Medal – Monday: 12:30 pm St. Anthony – Tuesday: 12:30 pm Sacred Heart – Friday: 12:30 pm Rosary – Sunday: 11:30 am The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Most Rev. Nelson J. Perez, Bishop of Cleveland 1007 Superior Avenue E Cleveland OH 44114-2582 216-771-6666 [email protected]web: SaintJohnCathedral.com Since 1848, this historic Cathedral Church in the middle of Cleveland’s civic center has served Catholics and the wider community of Cleveland as a prayerful oasis and spiritual home. As the Bishop’s Church, the Cathedral is the “Mother Church” for over 710,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Cleveland. All are welcome! Your generous support is very much appreciated. Masses Sunday: 8:00, 10:30 am, 12:15, & 5:30 pm Monday - Friday: 7:15 am, 12:00 noon, 5:10 pm Saturday: 7:15 am & 12:00 pm 4:30 pm (Sunday Vigil) Confessions Monday-Friday: 6:30-7 am, 11:30-12:30, 4:30-5 pm Saturday: 7:45-8:15, 11:15-11:45 am, 3-4 pm Devotions & Novenas Miraculous Medal – Monday: 12:30 pm St. Anthony – Tuesday: 12:30 pm Sacred Heart – Friday: 12:30 pm Rosary – Sunday: 11:30 am 18 February 2018 - Lent I SATURDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2018 The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32 7:15 Al Pestotnik 12:00 Paul Linn 4:30 People of the Cathedral Parish SUNDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2018 Gn 9:8-15; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15 Catholic Charities in-pew Appeal PIC Collection 12:15 pm RCIA Rite of Sending 2:30 & 5:30 pm: Diocesan Rite of Election No 5:30 pm Parish Mass MONDAY, 19 FEBRUARY 2018 Presidents’ Day Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Mt 25:31-46 7:15 Marian Mescan 12:00 Fr. Philip P. Pritt No 4:30 Confessions No 5:10 Mass No Centering Prayer TUESDAY, 20 FEBRUARY 2018 Is 55:10-11; Mt 6:7-15 7:15 Beverely Alessio 12:00 James D. Stewart, Jr. 5:10 Gennie & Roberto Moran, Family & Friends 6:30 am Women’s Prayer Group 6:00 pm RCIA WEDNESDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2018 St. Peter Damian Jon 3:1-10; Lk 11:29-32 7:15 Poor Souls 12:00 Int. of John Sferry 5:10 Richard Fierro THURSDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2018 The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle 1 Pt 5:1-4; Mt 16:13-19 7:15 Lillian Traci 12:00 Mary Manno 5:10 Elizabeth Gilmartin FRIDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2018 a St. Polycarp Ez 18:21-28; Mt 5:20-26 7:15 Patrick Scaravilli 12:00 Mary Ann Smith 5:10 Patrick DeSouza 6:30 am Men’s Prayer Group 4:30 pm Stations of the Cross SATURDAY, 24 FEBRUARY 2018 Dt. 26:16-19; Mt 5:43-48 7:15 Lucy McCleester 12:00 Deceased of Linn Family 2:00 Wedding Mass: Pelini / Heeg 4:30 People of the Cathedral Parish SUNDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2018 Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10 Wedding Banns I Alyssa Colombo & Daniel Ganim III Ryan Catherine Pelini & Cole Heeg The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.”- Mark 1:15
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The Cathedral of
St. John the EvangelistMost Rev. Richard G. Lennon,
Since 1848, this historic Cathedral Church in the middle of Cleveland’s civic center has served Catholics and the wider community of Cleveland as a prayerful oasis and spiritual home. As the Bishop’s Church, the Cathedral is the “Mother Church” for over 710,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Cleveland. All are welcome! Your generous support is very much appreciated.
Since 1848, this historic Cathedral Church in the middle of Cleveland’s civic center has served Catholics and the wider community of Cleveland as a prayerful oasis and spiritual home. As the Bishop’s Church, the Cathedral is the “Mother Church” for over 710,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Cleveland. All are welcome! Your generous support is very much appreciated.
Devotions & NovenasMiraculous Medal – Monday: 12:30 pmSt. Anthony – Tuesday: 12:30 pmSacred Heart – Friday: 12:30 pmRosary – Sunday: 11:30 am
18 February 2018 - Lent I
SATURDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2018The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite OrderIs 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32 7:15 Al Pestotnik 12:00 Paul Linn 4:30 People of the Cathedral Parish
SUNDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2018Gn 9:8-15; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15Catholic Charities in-pew AppealPIC Collection12:15 pm RCIA Rite of Sending2:30 & 5:30 pm: Diocesan Rite of ElectionNo 5:30 pm Parish Mass
MONDAY, 19 FEBRUARY 2018Presidents’ DayLv 19:1-2, 11-18; Mt 25:31-46 7:15 Marian Mescan 12:00 Fr. Philip P. PrittNo 4:30 ConfessionsNo 5:10 MassNo Centering Prayer
TUESDAY, 20 FEBRUARY 2018Is 55:10-11; Mt 6:7-15 7:15 Beverely Alessio 12:00 James D. Stewart, Jr. 5:10 Gennie & Roberto Moran, Family & Friends6:30 am Women’s Prayer Group6:00 pm RCIA
WEDNESDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2018St. Peter DamianJon 3:1-10; Lk 11:29-32 7:15 Poor Souls 12:00 Int. of John Sferry 5:10 Richard Fierro
THURSDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2018The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle1 Pt 5:1-4; Mt 16:13-19 7:15 Lillian Traci 12:00 Mary Manno 5:10 Elizabeth Gilmartin
FRIDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2018 aSt. PolycarpEz 18:21-28; Mt 5:20-26 7:15 Patrick Scaravilli 12:00 Mary Ann Smith 5:10 Patrick DeSouza6:30 am Men’s Prayer Group4:30 pm Stations of the Cross
SATURDAY, 24 FEBRUARY 2018Dt. 26:16-19; Mt 5:43-48 7:15 Lucy McCleester 12:00 Deceased of Linn Family 2:00 Wedding Mass: Pelini / Heeg 4:30 People of the Cathedral Parish
SUNDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2018Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10
Wedding Banns I Alyssa Colombo & Daniel Ganim III Ryan Catherine Pelini & Cole Heeg
The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.”- Mark 1:15
Most Reverend Nelson J. Perez, Bishop of ClevelandMost Reverend Anthony M. Pilla, Bishop EmeritusMost Reverend Richard G. Lennon, Bishop EmeritusMost Rev. Roger W. Gries, OSB, Aux. Bishop, Retired
Parish FinancesOffertory Collection ........................$3,849 (Sunday, February 11, 2018)Credit Cards .......................................... $1,197Mail ...........................................................$1,290 Weekdays (Feb. 5-10) ..............................$1,158Week Total ....................................... $7,494Black & Indian Collection ..................$238
Thank You!Fiscal Year Budget .......................... $328,416 ($9,952 x 33 weeks)Fiscal Year Sunday Collection ...$323,507Total Over (Under) ........................... ($4,909)Received by Cathedral to date from the Rooted in Faith Initiative ......................$177,912
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Dear Parishioners, Friends, and Visitors to the Cathedral, Hi! I am Father Arnel A. Lagman, a diocesan priest from the Prelature of Isabela de Basilan. I’m also, a professed member of the Third Order Franciscans. I was born on August 18, 1974 in a humble town of Lamitan in our island, and ordained on June 17, 2005 in St. Peter the Apostle Parish in my hometown. In 1988, when I was in my second year of high school, I was one of those who were kidnapped by the Lost Command Group in our rebel infested island. Since my ordination to the diaconate, the Bishop appointed me as the Chancellor of our Prelature. After my ordination to the priesthood, he also assigned me to develop a small Catholic community on another island. In 2006, I was assigned to serve my hometown parish as parochial vicar for six months. Then, I was transferred to the Cathedral. In December 2007, I was assigned by the Bishop to celebrate the Advent and Christmas seasons in a community situated in a far-flung and critical area. The community requested a priest to celebrate the Lenten season and Holy Week for them. I will never ever forget that Holy Week Monday in 2008; when I started my 6:00 am Mass, we heard gun shots. Those who were attending the Mass were frightened and crying. A batch of our farmers were ambushed only 4 kilometers away from the chapel, and four of our farmers died on the spot, including the driver. On the evening of Wednesday of Holy Week, an M-79 shell exploded 30 meters away from my rectory. 2009 to 2012 - I was appointed as Administrator of St. Isabel de Portugal Cathedral Parish. On April 13, 2010, the international terrorist group Abu Sayyaf bombed our cathedral. Then in June of 2012, I was transferred to serve St. Anthony of Padua Parish. 2015 to 2017 - Being the Prelature Mission Coordinator, I was given a dual assignment, that is, to do the Mission Appeal in the United States, and to cater to the spiritual needs of San Roque de Tairan Parish in a predominantly Muslim and hazardous area. Now, I am here in Cleveland, assigned to serve the Philippine American Ministry and the Cathedral. When I arrived on February 4th, it was snowing. It was my very first time to see lots of snow, and the temperature was extremely cold. Deep within me, I was like a child who wants to jump out of the car and roll over the snow and sing “I wanna build a snowman.” But I was not allowed to go out for fear that I might get sick, so I just stayed in the house singing “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas” in the month of February. I am overwhelmed by the warm welcome accorded to me by brother priests, the Bishop, and also the people around. I am so happy to be here. Father Arnel Lagman
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The Stations of the Cross are prayed each Friday of Lent at 4:30 pm.
Daily Meditations for Lent - Copies of daily meditations for Lent from “The Word Among Us” are available at the doors of the Cathedral. Please feel free to take a copy for your personal prayer.
Cathedral Parish MissionMarch 11 & 18, at 4:00 pm
In recent years, Christianity, and especially the Catholic faith, have become subject to increasing criticism, ridicule, and rejection by the popular culture of our country. A large percentage of Millennials seem uninterested in the organized Church of their family heritage as they easily embrace the cultural views and virtues promoted in the media. In the face of these pressures, how can faithful Catholics remain faithful? Join us for two evenings of reflection as we look at some of the more practical and creative ways several authors offer, putting together a mosaic of ideas that, hopefully, can help sustain us spiritually in our increasing secular culture. The sessions will be by Rev. Gerard Gonda O.S.B., on Sunday, March 11, & Sunday, March 18, at 4:00 pm.
Operation Rice Bowl funds poverty and hunger alleviation programs, both locally and internationally. Pick up a “Rice Bowl” in the church. Details on page 4.
Fast & Abstinence - Good Friday, March 30, is a day of abstinence from meat and also days of fast (that is, limited to a single full meal). The law of abstinence binds all Catholics 14 years and older. The law of fasting binds all Catholics from their 18th birthday until their 59th birthday (Canons 97 and 1252). The other Fridays of the season of Lent are days of abstinence from meat. One should seek to do more rather than less. Fast and abstinence on the days prescribed should be considered a minimum response to the Lord’s call to penance and conversion.
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The Diocesan Rite of Election will be celebrated at the Cathedral at 5:30 pm, on Sunday, Feb. 18th. Due to the timing of
this event, there will be no 5:30 pm parish Mass at the Cathedral this Sunday.
Presidents’ Day - Please note that the Cathedral office will be closed on Monday, February 19, in observance of Presidents’ Day. There will be no 4:30 Confessions or 5:10 Mass on the holiday.
St. Pio Comes to the Diocese of Cleveland
Six relics of Saint “Padre” Pio of Pietrelcina will be on display for public veneration at the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist on Sunday, March 4 and Monday, March 5, 2018. We invite the faithful throughout the Diocese to take advantage of this special opportunity for prayer!
Veneration of the Relics will take placeSunday, March 4, 2018 Monday, March 5, 2018from 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm from 6:00 am - 5:00 pmMass at 5:30 pm Masses at 7:15 am, 12:00 Noon (offered for St Pio) and 5:10 pm Parking will be limited on Monday, March 5, due to the workday.
Volunteers Needed - In light of the popularity of this special opportunity, volunteers are being sought to assist the faithful who come to venerate the relics of St. Pio, by maintaining an orderly line, answering questions, handing out brochures, and providing basic hospitality. Those who are interested in serving a two-hour shift as a Volunteer may register via Eventbrite at: <tinyurl.com/Pio2018>. Cathedral Parishioners and Ministry volunteers who do not have internet access may volunteer by calling 216-771-6666.
Evening of Confession - Feb. 28, 5-8 pm“How good it feels to come back to Him whenever we are lost,” Pope Francis tells us. Please join us for An Evening of Confession, February 28, 2018, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Individual confessions will be heard throughout the evening. If you have family members or friends who are away from the Catholic Church, please invite them to come home this Lent, and to experience God’s gift of healing through the sacrament of reconciliation. For information visit <welcomecatholics.com>.
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The Social Action Ministry will meet Sunday, February 25th immediately following the 12:15 Mass, to plan the 2018 Easter luncheon for our downtown neighbors who are homeless or lacking in basic needs. We sponsor and serve this luncheon annually on the Saturday prior to Palm Sunday at the Bishop Cosgrove Center. This year, the luncheon will be held on March 24. We welcome your assistance in planning this most important event. Please join us.
Stewardship of the Earth - As Christians, we believe that the earth is entrusted to our faithful stewardship. We are not its owners, but its caretakers on behalf of God. How can I be a good steward? – Plastic bags and other plastic garbage carelessly allowed to blow away kill as many as 1,000,000 aquatic creatures a year! Yet, these items can be easily recycled into new items. Many grocery stores have bins in which you can place these bags for recycling. Better yet, consider making use of reusable cloth shopping bags available near the checkout aisles of many groceries. For more ideas visit: <saintjohncathedral.com/recycle>.`
Serving the Poor in Our MidstEach day, numerous people come to the rectory office seeking assistance. Through your generosity, and with the assistance of the workers at the Bp. Cosgrove Center, we are able to fill some of their needs. Listed below is a report on the assistance the Cathedral has offered this past month, and on your generosity in support of these efforts.
February DonationsSt. Vincent de Paul Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$790.00Cosgrove Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$171.00
January Assistance ExpensesGreyhound transport to stranded travelers $489.50Rent / Utility Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,287.67 Total 2,777.17
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A Community of Justice & Love A Sweet Twist to our Homeless Collection - This
weekend Feb. 17/18, the Social Action Ministry will be collecting personal items for the Homeless. In addition, we are also asking for donations of BAGS OF CANDY (pieces wrapped individually) for the Cosgrove Easter Luncheon sponsored by the Social Action Ministry. Last year, over 300 bags, filled with an assortment
of candies, were distributed to the adult guests. We also provided 100 Easter baskets that were given to the children. What is an Easter basket without candy? To continue this 13 year old tradition, we need your help. Your monetary donations will allow us to purchase the balance of the candy needed for this eagerly awaited event. Lenten Rice Bowl Project - This Lenten season, join our faith community, and nearly 14,000 Catholic communities across the United States, in a life-changing journey of encounter with CRS Rice Bowl. Pick up your family’s CRS Rice Bowl at the doors of the church. Through CRS Rice Bowl, we encounter those living in conditions of poverty around the world, and have the opportunity to practice the corporal and spiritual works of mercy through our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.We encounter Cesia in Nicaragua, where despite a lack of economic opportunity, young people pursue their dreams by building businesses to better their lives. How can you work to improve the lives of others this Lent? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit <crsricebowl.org> for more. Cosgrove Center Pantry – Personal Shoppers Needed! - Do you like to shop? Cook? Help Others? The Cosgrove Center has a monthly pantry distribution. Guests are allowed to select canned and boxed goods, fresh produce, and meats and eggs that best suit their personal needs. Guests are accompanied through the pantry by a personal shopper, who helps make selections based upon household size. We are in need of reliable help to assist in the pantry each month. We are currently in need of volunteers February 21st & 23rd, and March 21st & 23rd. If you are interested, please contact Althea VanHorn, at 216-781-8262, ext. 14.
From Feb. 14 to Mar. 25, 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 peacefully pray anytime
between 7 am & 7 pm during the 40 day vigil, in the public right-of-way outside Preterm (12000 Shaker Blvd., Cleveland) or Planned Parenthood (25350 Rockside Road, Bedford Heights). Contact John Noall at <[email protected] or 216-245-9744 for more information or see the website <40daysforlife.com/cleveland>.
Contrapunctus Early Music David Acres, Musical DirectorJudith Overcash Acres, Executive DirectorMusic in Honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Contrapunctus Early Music: a High Voices Ensemble, is a professional vocal ensemble of sopranos, altos, and countertenors, specializing in the performance of sacred and secular music from the Middle Ages through the modern era. Contrapunctus Early Music combines polyphony, literature, art and dialogue to create exceptional music – all performed within an historical context.Under the leadership of Musical Director David Acres and Executive Director Dr. Judith Overcash Acres, this concert explores Marian music for upper voices, including works by Hildegard von Bingen, Palestrina, Guerrero, Tartini, Aichinger, Grieg, Holst, Britten, Ola Gjeilo, Alan Smith, and the World Premier of a new work by Graham Keitch.
Friday, 23 March , 7:30 pm
David Higgs, Organist
Thursday, 10 May , 8:00 pm
The Elizabeth Stuart Church Choir FestivalA production of WCLV ideastream in partnership with The Cathedral of St. John
Broadcast live on WCLV FM104.9
The Tenth annual WCLV JUBILATION Elizabeth Stuart Church Choir Festival features Church Choirs from Northeast Ohio.
St. John CathedralHelen D. Schubert Concerts
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My Refuge, My Stronghold (Psalm 91)
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GreetingPriest: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit
Penitential ActI confess to almighty God, and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, (striking their breast, all say) through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault;therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.
1. You who dwell in the shelter of the Most High, and abide in the shade of the Almighty, say to the Lord: "My Refuge, my stronghold, my God in whom I trust!"2. Since he clings to me in love, I will free him, protect him for he knows my name. When he calls I shall answer: "I am with you." I will save him in distress and give him glory.3. With length of life I will content him; I shall let him see my saving power. To the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit give praise for ever. Amen.
Organ Prelude O Mensch, bewein dein Sünde gross J. S. Bach10:30 & 12:15 Choir Introit – Invocabit me Invocábit me, et égo exáudiam éum: erípiam éum, et glorificábo éum: longitúdine diérum adimplébo éum. Vs. Qui hábitat in adjutório Altíssimi, in protectióne Déi caéli commorábitur.
[Psalm 91: 15, 15, 1; Chant, Mode VIII]When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will rescue him and honor him; with long life I will satisfy him. Vs. He who abides in the shelter of the Most High, shall remain under the protection of the God of heaven. Glory to the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit…
Concerts are FREE: no reservations or tickets required. Free secure parking in the surface lot
or the Cathedral Plaza Garage.
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Priest: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit.Priest: A reading from the Holy Gospel…
People: Glory to you, O Lord.The Gospel according to Mark 1:12-15
People: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Homily
CreedI believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,
(All bow) and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Universal Prayer
Preparation of the GiftsScapulis suis Orlande de Lassus (1532-1594)Scapulis suis obumbrabit tibi Dominus, et sub pennis ejus spearabis: scuto circumdabit te veritas eius.
[Psalm 91: 4, 5 – Offertory & Communion, Lent I]The Lord will overshadow you with his pinions; you will find refuge under his wings. His faithfulness will encompass you with a shield.
Liturgy of the Word Liturgy of the Word
A Reading from Genesis 9:8-15Lector: The word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God
Psalm 25
A Reading from 1 Peter 3:18-22Lector: The word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God
Gospel Acclamation
Psalms for the WeekSat: Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth.Mon: Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.Tue: From all their distress God rescues the just.Wed: A heart contrite and humbled, O God, you will not spurn.Thur: The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.Fri: If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
Lord, make me know your ways; teach me your paths. Make me walk in your truths, for you are God my savior. Lead me, Lord.Remember your mercy, Lord, and your love from of old. In your love remember me because of your goodness. Lead me, Lord.The Lord is good and just, showing the way. God guides the meek in ways of truth and justice; God leads the poor.
We proclaim your Death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
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Priest: Through him, and with him, and in him, O God, almighty Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all glory and honor is yours, for ever and ever.
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You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, who abide in his shadow for life, say to the Lord: "My refuge, my rock in whom I trust."The snare of the fowler will never capture you, and famine will bring you no fear: under his wings your refuge, his faithfulness your shield.You need not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day; though thousands fall about you, near you it shall not come.Choir: He that hath made his refuge God Isaac Watts / T. ClarkHe that hath made his refuge God shall find a most secure abode, Shall walk all day beneath his shade; there at night shall rest his head.Then will I say, "My God, thy power shall be my fortress and my tower; I, that am formed of feeble dust, make thine almighty arm my trust." [Psalm 91; Communion. Lent 1]
2. We praise you, we bless you, * we a-dore you,3. We glo-ri-fy you, we give you thanks * for your great glory,4. Lord God, heav’n-ly King, * O God, almight-y Fa-ther.5. Lord Je-sus Christ, Only Be-got-ten Son, * Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father,6. You take a-way the sins of the world: * have mer-cy on us;7. You take a-way the sins of the world: * re-ceive our prayer;8. You are seated at the right hand of the Fa-ther: * have mer-cy on us.9. For you a-lone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, * you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ,10. With the Ho-ly Spir-it, * in the glory of God the Father. A-men.
<SaintJohnCathedral.com/ParishCouncil>Parish Council meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm. Any parishioner wishing to address the Council at this time should contact the Council with their request. E-mail <[email protected]>, or contact the rectory at 216-771-6666 ext. 4700.
Next meeting: Tuesday, March 13, 2018.
Want to Become a Parishioner?You can register to be a member of the Cathedral Parish by simply attending a 45-minute registration event in the Lower Sacristy. The next Parish Registration Days are:
Sunday at 11:30 am: Mar. 18Saturday at 5:30 pm: May 12
Welcome New Parishioners!Paulette Podlogar, Alexandra Conkey,
Brian Baron & Angela Cici, Renee D’Agostino,, Kristen Plageman,Janet & Scott Ash,
Therese Greco,Shelbi Neidler, Mollie PorterBrian, July & Charlotte Fleharty,
Steve & Mary Davidson & John KohanskiJohn Pellettiere, Kathleen Berry, Jessica J. Smith
Mike Breault & Aleksandra Koryzno,Megan Palazzolo, Nancy Artale
Religious EducationChildren’s Ministries at St John’s Cathedral include Parish Home School of Religion (PHSR); as well as Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation (8th to 11th grade).PHSR and sacramental preparation: Through small group, on-line, and home schooling, we provide Kindergarten to High School students with catechesis and sacramental preparation.If you are interested in assisting in these ministries, registering your child for PHSR or sacramental preparation, or if you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Apperson-Hansen at 216-771-6666 ext. 5620 or <[email protected]>
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Pray for Each Other - In your prayers, please remember those in need of healing and support, especially: Natalie Rose Hayek, Drusilla Allen, William Loar Jr., Betty Allen ` Mary Theresa Dias & Family ` Richard King, Pat Hesland ` Mary Pierce, Dan F. ` Sherry Brodock, Amy Sonoda ` Alice Mycan, Melanie Dansko Mille ` Kristen LaManna, Peggy LaManna
` Timothy Ferris ̀ Margaret Fadrowski, Joe Carnivale, ̀ Lisa Holzheimer Miheli, James R. Forristal, Tom Sonneborn ` Joe Bruozis, Tim Prestel ` Jemia Sworski, Jim Nagle ` Frank Dimeo, Joel Rivera, Michele LaBella ` Mike Mannino ` Nancy Stinson, Robert & Jessica Bossone ` Andrew Hayek, John Sferry ` If you, or one of your family, would like to be included in this prayer list, please contact the Cathedral Office. After 30 days, please let the office know whether to retain the person on the prayer list.
Answer the Call! Men, last call! Advance registrations need to be in by Tuesday, February 20 for the 18th annual “Answer the Call” Catholic Men’s conference at the Holiday Inn, Rockside in Independence. Registration at the door will be $40. The theme is “Developing Your Relationship with Christ,” with speakers Peter Herbeck, Eric Mahl, and Greg Wasinski. Come and see why 1,000 men throughout northeast Ohio attend these annual conferences. The day begins with a light breakfast at 8:00 am and concludes with a 4:00 pm Mass. Breakfast, lunch, and all conference programs are included in registration. For information visit: <cmfneo.com>.
Centering Prayer is a spiritual practice of our Catholic contemplative tradition that opens us more deeply to a relationship with God in faith and intimacy. Our group meets on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Lower Sacristy. There will be no Centering Prayer on Presidents’ Day.
Morning Prayer Groups - Please consider joining our weekly gatherings from 6:30-7:00 am in the Lower Sacristy of the Cathedral. Using the scriptures for the coming Sunday, these groups share their faith and some fellowship over a cup of coffee. The women’s group gathers on Tuesdays, and the men’s group on Fridays. Just show up at the Lower Sacristy, or contact the parish office with inquiries.
Catholic Radio - AM 1260 - The Rock, your Catholic radio station, is looking for a faith-filled, internet savvy individual to join our staff as a part-time Advertising and Communications Coordinator. This position will handle our community news postings, website and social media updates, and will be involved in working with our business members and advertisers. Think you have what it takes? Send your letter of interest and resume via e-mail to <[email protected]>.
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Intentions of the Holy Father
February: Say “No” to Corruption - That those who have material, political, or spiritual power may resist any lure of corruption.
Family Perspectives on the Gospel - The gospel on this first Sunday of Lent tells us that Jesus returns from His forty days in the desert proclaiming: “The Kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe the Gospel!” Prayer, fasting, almsgiving, and the sacrament of Penance are the Church’s traditional practices that have proven effective in helping people repent and live the Gospel. Do not miss this life-changing opportunity! Schedule time and make the effort to focus your family on Jesus and His Gospel this Lent.
The 34th Bishop’s Seminary Brunchwill be held on Sunday, March 18, 2018, 12:00-3:00 pm at Executive Caterers at Landerhaven. This is a fundraising event to benefit our seminarians. Consider filling a table of ten by inviting fellow parishioners and friends to attend. Individual tickets are also available. For more information, contact Mary Avenoso at 440-943-7630 or <[email protected]>.
Metro Catholic School located at 3555 W. 54th Street, has been Empowering Dreams for over 25 years & offers Pre-School to Gr. 8 programs including: National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence • Enrichment & Special Needs Programs • Spirituality & Values • After School Programs (Handbells, Choir, Sports, Band, Robotics, Drama & More) • Free Tutoring & ESL • All Teachers Certified • Before & After School Care • Scholarships for Catholic High Schools • Free Transportation from Slavic Village & West Park Neighborhoods • Vouchers cover 100% of tuition. Register now for 2018-2019; 216-281-4044 ext.128 or <metrocatholic.org>.
The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Cleveland, Ohio
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Please keep the health and safety of the members of our Armed Forces in your thoughts and prayers. God grant that they may return home safely and soon. Please also let us know when your service people have returned. Sean Moriarty, Desmond
O’Donnell, Justin Pinchak, Chaplain Cpt. Curtis L. Kondik, Jewell Portwood, Luke Turbin, Devion Long, Craig Long, Travis Harman, Chris Paulett, Ben Maragliano. After 90 days, please let the office know whether to retain the name on the prayer list. (Please feel free to submit the names of service members for inclusion in this space.)
In Our Diocesan CommunityMonthly Grief Support - Please join us for an hour of learning and healing along your grief journey. Our Grief Support leaders are certified as Ministers of Consolation by the National Catholic Ministry to the Bereaved, Inc. We meet at St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon; Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron; and Holy Cross Cemetery, Brook Park; on the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3:00 pm, except on holidays, then we meet the 4th Sunday. The next Support Group is this Sunday, February 18th at St. Joseph Cemetery (mausoleum), Avon; Holy Cross Cemetery (office), Akron; and Holy Cross Cemetery (office), Brook Park. The topic for February will be: “Lent: Journey to New Life /The Eternal Gift of Love.” No registration is required; just come and join us. For more information, visit our website <clecem.org/Information/Bereavement.aspx> or contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866 or <[email protected]>.A Lenten Reflection Series at Ursuline College in Pepper Pike by the Theological and Pastoral Studies program is non-credit, free, and open to the public. Presentations by members of the Ursuline Faculty are from 7:00-8:00 pm, followed by a question & answer session, held in Dauby Hall 201. For more information: Dr. Linda Martin 440-646-8191.February 28 - George Matejaka presents The Good Friday Gospel: the
Passion according to John.March 14 - Sr. Lisa Marie Belz, OSU, presents Is Matthew’s Gospel Anti-
Jewish? A fresh look at the Passion Narrative of the Gospel of Matthew.March 21 - Gina Messina presents Nevertheless She Persisted: The Witness
of Mary Magdalene.
Extraordinary Ministers - The Pastoral Care Department and Volunteer Services at the MetroHealth System is seeking Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to volunteer at our Main Campus and the Elizabeth Prentiss Center (also located on our Main Campus) located at 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland, OH 44109. Please contact Staff Chaplain, LaSonja Goldston-Johnson, at 216-778-3878 if interested.
PREP Marriage Skills Workshop offers enrichment to married couples. Cost: $125 per couple. For more information and registration forms, contact Katie at 216-334-2978 or <[email protected]>. The next workshop is Saturday, 21 April 9:00 am – 6:00 pm at Holy Martyrs, 3100 Old Weymouth Rd., in Medina, and includes 5:30 pm Mass.
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