Cathedral Bulletin | September 9, 2020
Register for public Mass
There are three options for public Mass in the Cathedral this weekend:
 
  • Saturday, September 12, at 5:30pm
  • Sunday, September 13 at 8:00am
  • Sunday, September 13 at 10:30am
 
We have put many precautions in place to make sure these celebrations are safe and comfortable. This is not business as usual! The following are important important instructions for those who wish to take part in Mass:
 
  • Registration is required, and registered persons will be checked in as they arrive. The Archdiocese of Seattle has mandated registration both to limit the numbers in attendance and to provide for contact tracing should we learn that anyone present has been exposed to Covid-19. We are required to keep records of all in attendance for 30 days, after which they will be destroyed.
  • Masks/face coverings must be worn throughout the Mass except when receiving Holy Communion. You will need to bring your own as we cannot provide them at this time, and your mask needs to cover both your nose and your mouth at all times. For your safety and that of others, face masks are not optional.
  • On arriving at the Cathedral, you will be greeted by staff who will check you in and show you your place for the Mass. You will NOT be able to choose your own place to sit! However, household groups will be seated together. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
 
You will notice a number of changes to the Mass. All these changes are designed to ensure our safety as we gather together for Mass:
 
  • The Sign of Peace will not be shared, and Communion will not be offered from the cup.
  • Communion will be given only in the hand, not on the tongue.
  • Because we are not able to gather or socialize following Mass, we ask that you depart quietly after the celebration.
 
Please remember that there is no obligation to attend Sunday Mass at this time. While we do our utmost to make the Mass safe, anyone who attends does so at their own risk. Particularly vulnerable persons are strongly encouraged to continue to shelter in place. Anyone who is experiencing any symptoms whatsoever, such as fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, MUST remain at home out of consideration for the health and well being of others.
 
Livestream Masses this weekend
The 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, September 13, 2020

8:00am
MASS with Archbishop Etienne
Streamed on the Archdiocese of Seattle Vimeo/Facebook pages

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10:30am
MASS with Father Ryan
Streamed on the Cathedral Vimeo/Facebook pages

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4:00pm
Vespers
Beginning this week, Vespers will be open to the public rather than livestreamed. No need to register in advance.
Daily Mass and Adoration opportunity
Beginning September 15, the 8:00am Mass on Tuesdays will be open to the public. After Mass, we will have quiet Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Cathedral, with rosary at 12 Noon. No advance registration is required to come to this Mass or to participate in Adoration. All our usual COVID-19 guidelines will be observed, including face masks and social distancing. Please note that we will continue to livestream daily Mass at 8:00am for the duration of the pandemic.
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Faith Formation Opportunity
The Catholic Worldview
Living with Eyes Wide Open

An Adult Faith Formation Evening with Ron Ryan
 
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
6:30-8:00pm on Zoom
 
Pandemic… social unrest… political divisions. For many of us, the world feels overwhelming. We might be tempted to merely shut our eyes to all the darkness and negativity.
 
But our Catholic faith invites us to see the world in a different light, to live with our eyes wide open and to view it with hope. This session will explore how a healthy Catholic worldview can help us recognize the presence and grace of God at work in the world around us, and empower us to be channels of hope for others.
 
All are welcome! To join the evening, email Maria Laughlin, mlaughlin@stjames-cathedral.org for the Zoom access information.
 
Ron Ryan, D. Min., served in full-time lay ecclesial ministry in various parish and catechetical roles for over 40 years
Poem of the Week
"August Prayer"
Scott Webster reads and Corinna Laughlin reflects on
the poem by Abbot Jeremy Driscoll, OSB
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