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Epiphany of the Lord
January 8, 2023
"Then you shall be radiant at what you see, your heart shall throb and overflow, for the riches of the sea shall be emptied out before you, the wealth of nations shall be brought to you." (Is 60:5)
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In this edition:
Farewell to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Epiphany Masses & Organ Recital
Events & Notes
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Farewell to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Homily
Pope Francis this morning celebrated the Requiem Mass for his predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. In his homily, Pope Francis commends Benedict into the loving hands of God the Father, and prays that his joy may now be complete as he contemplates the Lord face to face.
"God’s faithful people, gathered here, now accompanies and entrusts to him the life of the one who was their pastor. Like the women at the tomb, we too have come with the fragrance of gratitude and the balm of hope, in order to show him once more the love that is undying. We want to do this with the same wisdom, tenderness and devotion that he bestowed upon us over the years. Together, we want to say: 'Father, into your hands we commend his spirit'.
Benedict, faithful friend of the Bridegroom, may your joy be complete as you hear his voice, now and forever!"
Rosary and Requiem Mass
Click below to watch the Rosary and Requiem Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict, celebrated at 9:30am Rome time today.
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Book of Condolences
Messages of condolence on the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI for a book of condolences can be sent by email to the Apostolic Nunciature at na.usa@diplomat.va or by regular mail. The mailing address is:
Apostolic Nunciature
3339 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
Prayer for the Repose of Benedict
Earlier this week, the Vatican published a Prayer for the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. See the posting, or read the text of the prayer on our website.
A Listening Heart
As we lift our own hearts in gratitude for the gift of this great teacher, many remember the three-volume work, Jesus of Nazareth, written by then Pope Benedict. “This book is . . . my personal search ‘for the face of the Lord.’"
At St. Matthew's we presented a reading by a parishioner of the entire first volume (published in 2007), which covers the period from the Baptism of the Lord to the Transfiguration. The second covers Holy Week through the Resurrection, and the third is subtitled "The Infancy Narratives."
Among the riches, he leaves this food for our prayer life: "The Kingdom of God comes by way of a listening heart. That is its path. And that is what we must pray for again and again." (Jesus of Nazareth, Vol. I, p. 146)
May Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI rest in peace.
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Join us for Mass for the Epiphany of the Lord, and prepare by reading this week's Mystical Word reflection by L.J. Milone. He writes, "We can get to the heart of the feast of Epiphany through the conversion of St. Paul. The heart of this feast has to do with the authority of our inner experience." Cardinal Gregory celebrates the 11am Mass on Sunday, January 1. All Masses are open to the public. See St. Matthew's Covid-19 protocols.
Masses
Saturday, January 7 at 5:30pm Vigil (cantor & organ)
Sunday, January 8 at 7am, 9am (cantor & organ), 11am (Cardinal Gregory) (Schola Cantorum), 1pm (en español) (Coro Hispano) & 5:30pm (Contemporary Choir) (5:30pm Mass Program)
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Livestreams
See our Livestreams webpage for YouTube and program links for our 11am and 1pm (Spanish) Masses.
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Reflections & Readings
Find daily reading links and reflections for January 8 - 14.
Prayers for the Sick and Recently Deceased
Let us pray for
—the sick, especially Randy Creaser, Jonnie Irwin, Kennedy Cobble, Debbie Fairchild Harding, Vic Harding, Dr. Robert Ryan, Earle Silvers, Mary & Carl Milewski, Therese Fergo, Maria Gianino, Yolanda Mendez Acevedo, Anne Rader, Robyn Nishimi, Paul Gruber, and Blanca Rose Juarez, and
—the recently deceased, especially Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and Colleen House Gizzi.
A Funeral Mass for Colleen House Gizzi, longtime parishioner and faithful Cathedral lector, will be celebrated in the Cathedral on Saturday, February 18 at 2pm, with visitation beginning at 1pm.
To add a name to the prayer list for the sick or the recently deceased, email Msgr. Jameson. If you are asking for prayers for a person who is sick, please first get their permission.
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Epiphany Organ Recital
Mark the closing of the Christmas season enjoying works of G. F. Handel, J. S. Bach, Jonathan Scott, Joseph Jongen, and Henri Mulet, brought to life on our Lively-Fulcher organ by Cathedral Principal Organist, Paul Hardy. Join us this Sunday, January 8, the Feast of the Epiphany, at 3:15pm in the Cathedral. The performance also will be livestreamed on our YouTube channel.
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Parish Notes
Rectory Office Reception Hours
Monday - Friday, Jan. 9 - 13 – 10am to 3pm
Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 14 - 15 – 9am to 4pm
First Friday & First Saturday
Join us for First Friday Adoration on January 6, with the Blessed Sacrament exposed in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel from 12:45 to 5pm. All are also welcome for First Saturday Devotions on January 7 following the 12:10pm Mass.
Eucharistic Holy Hour
Join us in the Cathedral on Monday, January 9, from 6 to 7pm, for a Holy Hour with Confessions.
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Parish Council Meeting
Parishioners are welcome to attend the next meeting of the Council on Monday, January 9 at 6:45pm.
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Position Opening for Bilingual Rectory Office Receptionist
St. Matthew’s seeks a full-time, bilingual (in English & Spanish) receptionist with experience.
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January Events
Check out upcoming liturgies and events on our website calendar (click here or below).
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Book Reflection on Fr. August Tolton
As preparation for Black History Month, the Social Justice Committee invites you on Tuesday, January 17 for a discussion of "Fr. Augustus Tolton: The Slave Who Became the First African-American Priest." We meet in the East Conference Room.
Pilgrimage to Poland
St. Matthew's friend and former parishioner, Fr. Ken Gill, leads a spring pilgrimage, "Walk in the Footsteps of St. John Paul II," April 17 - 26, 2023.
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Misa de la Solemnidad de la Epifanía del Señor en español
Misa a la 1pm, Padre Benson, celebrante
Vea nuestra página web de transmisiones en vivo
más tarde hoy para obtener enlaces a YouTube y al Programa.
Próximos Eventos
Clases de Catecismo en español
Charla con Padre Benson y celebración de Reyes en el salón de conferencias del norte el domingo 8 de enero.
Grupo de Oración
El Grupo de Oración en español se reune en el salón de conferencias del oeste el martes 10 de enero a las 7 de la tarde por un Rosario.
Santo Rosario por teléfono en español
Todos los dias a las 3pm (347-378-0694, PIN 283 201 937#) (no hay oración el domingo 1 de enero)
Contacto
Para más información sobre el Ministerio Hispano, envíe un email a Fatima Aybar o Padre John Benson o llame la oficina de la rectoría al 202-347-3215.
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Noticias
Vacante en Puesto de Oficina: Receptionista para la Oficina de la Rectoria
La Catedral de San Mateo busca una recepcionista bilingüe (inglés y español) y con experiencia para trabajar a tiempo completo.
LEER MAS
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