Weekly News - December 3, 2021 |
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Who is Missing?
When you are sitting in your regular space at Mass, are you missing someone who used to sit near you?
If you are active in ministry at the Cathedral and a friend you serve with isn't there anymore, do you know if he/she is okay?
So many things changed with Covid, that missing someone became the norm - an understandable reason for all of us not being together. And for some folks' health and safety, that is still a valid reason. Whatever the situation may be, it's time to reach out and let those members of our parish family who aren't here know that they are missed.
If you don't have contact information for someone you are missing, let the office know and we will get your message to them for you.
We are a stronger, healthier family when we know each of us is valued and loved. Let's help us all stay connected.
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Celebrant/Homilist Schedule for Dec. 4/5, 2021
Saturday, December 4, 5:30 pm
Fr. Martin Linebach
Sunday, December 5, 9:30 am
Fr. Martin Linebach
Sunday, December 5, 12 noon
Fr. Martin Linebach
Sunday, December 5, 5:30 pm
Fr. Stephen Banet
Please note: Celebrant/Homilist schedule subject to change.
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December 8
is the
Feast
of the
Immaculate Conception.
Holy Day Masses
will be at
Noon and 5:30 pm.
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This day also closes the Year of St. Joseph. We will honor this closing following 5:30 pm Mass with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Benediction, the Rosary in honor of St. Joseph, and Vespers. |
Advent Lessons and Carols
at the Cathedral
Friday, December 10, at 7:30 pm
Come join in the prayers, readings,
and songs of the season.
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Blessing of the Child in the Womb
Saturday, December 11
at 5:30 pm Mass
Cathedral of the Assumption
433 South Fifth Street
Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz Presiding
All expectant mothers are most welcome!
The "Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb"
was crafted to support parents awaiting the
birth of their child, to encourage parish prayers for
-- and recognition of -- the precious gift of the
child in the womb, and to foster respect for
human life within society.
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Image is Tapestry Visitation, with the two “cutaway” children, c.1410.
John the Baptist kneels to Jesus, who blesses him.
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Bring Baby Jesus with you to Mass the weekend of December 11/12. There will be a blessing of the Infant Jesus figurines from your home Nativity sets, a tradition begun by St. John Paul II, known now as Bambinelli Sunday. |
The Retreat on December 4 has been postponed.
Watch for a presentation by Deacon Chris, Melani and Noah McDonell in late January.
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2021 Catholic Services Appeal
Help us reach our parish goals.
Contributions: $144,300
To date: $61,149
Participation: 175 Households
To date: 91 Households
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Hildegard House seeking Compassionate Companions!
Hildegard House provides a home and compassionate care for individuals at the end of life who have no home or caregiver, so that they may die with dignity. Hildegard House is seeking volunteers to serve a weekly 5-hour shift to provide compassionate care. New volunteer training is Friday, January 14 from 6 - 8 pm and Saturday, January 15 from 9 am - 4 pm. Please visit our website at www.hildegardhouse.org to sign up or call Jana McNally at 502-581-8267 for more information. Hildegard House is located at 114 Adams Street in the Butchertown neighborhood of Louisville.
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Catholic School Tuition
Assistance Applications Open
Need-based tuition assistance is available for families attending Catholic schools, and the tuition assistance application portal is open! Last year nearly $19 million in tuition assistance was distributed to families with children in grades K-12. Completed forms and a small application fee must be completed between November 15, 2021 and January 31, 2022. Copies of your 2020 tax returns and W2s are submitted with the application form. Go to www.ceflou.org to apply online.
Complete only one FACTS application for your family, including all students in the family (elementary and high school) on the same form. FACTS will send a need evaluation to all funding sources for which each family could qualify as well as the schools you have listed on the form. For questions about the application form, call the FACTS parent help line at 866-315-9262.
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Catholic High School Placement Test December 11, 2021
Students in grade 8 who wish to attend a Catholic high school next year are required to take the Catholic high school placement test scheduled on Saturday, December 11, from 9 am - 12:30 pm. The test is free of charge, and students take the test at the Catholic high school they plan to attend. Students should bring two #2 pencils. Information about the location of Catholic high schools can be found at www.louisvillecatholicschools.com. If inclement weather cancels the test on December 11, it will be rescheduled for the following Saturday, December 18, at the same time.
The placement test helps Catholic secondary schools determine the most appropriate course work and academic path for meeting the needs of each student.
For more information, call or email the high school you plan to attend or email comm@archlou.org.
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Service of the Longest Night
Set for December 18
Abbey Caskets, a work of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, will host a Service of the Longest Night on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 6 pm Central Time in the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House Chapel in St. Meinrad, IN. Many people find the holidays a challenging time. Instead of celebrating, they are struggling with grief. They miss loved ones and find that the usual traditions and bright lights serve only to heighten their struggle.
Fr. Adrian Burke, OSB, will lead the service with prayer and Scripture that acknowledge those who mourn and struggle with loss during the Christmas season. Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments will follow. RSVP requested, but not required, for planning. Reply to: info@abbeycaskets.com or call 800- 987-7380 for further information.
Parking is available in the Guest House parking lot. Guests to Saint Meinrad are asked to wear masks.
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FREE BRIDAL & WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Getting married? Just married?
Announce it for free in The Record’s next Bridal Issue on Jan. 14, 2022. Bridal announcements are offered to couples marrying between January 2022 and July 2022. Wedding announcements are provided for newlyweds who will be married less than a year on Jan. 14, 2022. Submit your information and photo online at www.theRecordnewspaper.org/submissions/bridal-announcements/.
For more information, contact Rachell Rauh at:
Deadline: December10 at NOON.
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Download this free
Parish App from your
apple or android phone.
Simply download and choose your parish. You can access pertinent information from the palm of your hand. Be sure to subscribe to receive push notifications. And beyond Cathedral information, you can also look up other parishes throughout the United States who subscribe to the same platform.
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