14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 3, 2022
"The kingdom of God is at hand for you." (Lk 10:9)
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In this edition:
Being for life, Being in community,
Welcoming a new Cathedral staff member, Focus on Faith Formation, and more!
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Masses
Saturday, July 2 at 5:30pm Vigil (Cantor & organ)
Sunday, July 3 at 7am, 9am (Cantor & organ), 11am (Schola Cantorum), 1pm (en español) (Coro Hispano) & 5:30pm (Contemporary Choir) (5:30pm Mass Program)
Livestreams
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“Human life is precious and sacred. With the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, now we can begin to heal those divisions that have so diminished us as a people and as a society." (Cardinal Gregory, June 24, 2022)
The Catholic Standard brings us these important stories on the U. S. Supreme Court ruling in the Dobbs case:
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Just one year ago, after coming together for the first Sunday Masses following the lifting of the dispensation, Msgr. Jameson shared how wonderful it was to see the new faces at Mass. As he challenged us in that period of transition to make participation in the Sunday Mass a part of our lives and the lives of our families, he wrote:
"On behalf of the wonderful pastoral team that ministers here along with me, I assure you that we commit ourselves to working with you and for you, to make St. Matthew’s―
- a place where everyone feels the welcome of Christ;
- a place where your needs are responded to promptly and courteously;
- a place where we can meet Christ in prayerful liturgies, celebrated with beauty and reverence;
- a place where the Gospel of Christ is compellingly preached, day in and day out, from the pulpit and in all our parish programs;
- a place where you and your children are given opportunities to deepen your knowledge of the faith through challenging faith formation programs, celebrations and events; and
- a place where everyone has an opportunity to put their time and their gifts at the service of the Church and of the poor."
May we come together in community as never before to witness to Christ in a world desperately in need of his saving love!
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Please join us as we welcome Ricardo Tobar to the Cathedral staff as Coordinator for Social Justice. If you did not meet Ricardo at Monday evening's Social Justice Committee meeting (yes, his first day on the job!), you will have opportunities in the near future as he begins his work among us. Ricardo looks forward to meeting you! He sends his greetings and introduces himself below.
Hello, parishioners and friends,
My name is Ricardo Tobar. I was born in El Salvador and moved to Silver Spring, Maryland when I was ten years old.
While I have been Catholic all my life, I had a moment of crisis in my teenage years.
Through the help of the Church, in the Itinerary of faith formation in the Neo-Catechumenal Way, I began to understand the Love of God. I studied Philosophy in seminary and had a missionary experience in St. Paul, Minnesota. While in mission, I had the best experience working with a team announcing the Good News and working with many youths.
Now back home, I am thrilled to begin a new adventure, serving the Church here in the Cathedral of St. Matthew as the Coordinator for Social Justice. I am grateful for this opportunity. Please, pray for me.
Peace,
Ricardo
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Prayers for the Sick and Recently Deceased
Let us pray
—for the sick, especially Earle Silvers, Colleen House, Francis Tong, Mary & Carl Milewski, Therese Fergo, Richard Schmidt, Maria Gianino, Yolanda Mendez Acevedo, Mary Sullivan, Anne Rader, Robyn Nishimi, Bryson Anderson, Paul Gruber, and Blanca Rose Juarez; and
—for the recently deceased, especially Anna Maria Mullins.
To request prayers for someone who is sick or recently deceased, please email Msgr. Jameson. If you are asking for prayers for someone who is sick, please first get permission from that person to share his or her name. |
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Hospitality after 9am Mass
9am Sunday Mass-goers in July will be treated to a test-run of coffee and donuts after Mass, in front of the Cathedral. Enjoy the refreshments and fellowship beginning this Sunday, July 3, served up by L.J. Milone and friends!
Independence Day
Monday, July 4 is a federal holiday, Independence Day. Masses are at 7:30am and 12:10pm, with no Confessions or Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. The rectory office is closed.
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Opportunity for Singers
St. Matthew's Schola Cantorum has openings for experienced singers in all voice parts, especially sopranos and tenors. Contact Thomas Stehle for more information or to arrange an audition. Click the image to hear the Schola's rendition of O Rex Gloriae (Palestrina) (Nov. 2019, rehearsal for the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe)
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Employment Opportunity for Sacristan/s
St. Matthew's Cathedral parish has openings for a full-time sacristan, or for part-time sacristans for either weekday evenings or full-day weekends. Hours and schedules are negotiable. Contact Msgr. Jameson by email or call him at the rectory office at 202-347-3215.
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Faith Formation Offerings |
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Reading and Study
New Bible Study: Acts of the Apostles
A 5-session Bible Study by Little Rock Scripture Study, “The Acts of the Apostles, Part One,” began this week and meets again on July 11. Register now for the Monday evening sessions, led by parishioners on Zoom. FIND MORE INFORMATION
New Theological Studies Series
Our Thursday evening introduction to theology led by L.J. Milone meets next on June 30 to discuss chapters 7 & 8 of "Jesus Symbol of God" by Roger Haight, SJ. Email L.J. Milone to register. VIEW THE FLIER
August Book by Tony Annett
Sacramental Preparation
Becoming Catholic
St. Matthew's RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) process for the 2022 - 2023 year begins Wednesday, July 27. FIND MORE INFORMATION
Children's Faith Formation
Meditation
Meditation Groups
Interested in exploring Christian meditation? Drop in on one of our Zoom groups:
In-person meditation sessions in the St. Francis Chapel begin September 12 - drop in at 12:45pm, right after the 12:10pm Mass, on Mondays and Wednesdays.
To Come
Save the Dates
St. Matthew's fall 2022 offerings include a Sunday afternoon Mystical Nothingness group beginning September 4, and a Thursday evening series, History of the Church, beginning September 15.
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Social Justice Ministries |
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Volunteer Opportunity
Be part of our Monday Morning Ministry to those in need, in any of these ways:
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to donate breakfast food or bagged lunches, email Katie Dwyer
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to donate gently worn men’s clothing items (cargo shorts, casual pants, jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sneakers, or work boots), email Phil Downey
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to volunteer on Monday mornings to serve, set up, or clean up, or to distribute lunches, give out toiletries, clothing, and sit with our guests, email Jim Nash
Social Justice Committee Meeting
Find out what's happening in our Social Justice ministries, meet our new Coordinator for Social Justice, Ricardo Tobar, and explore how you can use your gifts and talents to be a part, at our next committee meeting. Join us Monday evening, July 25 at 6:30pm in the North Conference Room. FIND MORE INFORMATION
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Eventos
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Exposición del Santísimo del Primer Viernes de Mes – el viernes 1 de julio, 12:45 - 5pm en la Capilla del Santísimo Sacramento
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Misa y Bautizo con Grupo de Oración en español – el martes 5 de julio a las 7pm en la Catedral
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El Santo Rosario por teléfono en español – todos los dias a las 3pm y lunes a viernes a las 8pm (347-378-0694, PIN 283 201 937#)
Inscripción para el Catecismo 2022 - 2023 para niños, adolescentes y adultos
– Las inscripciones serán aceptadas el domingo 10 de julio a las 2:30pm, después de la misa de la misa de la 1pm, en el salón de conferencias del norte. También se puede inscribir enviando un email a Fatima Aybar para las siguientes clases:
- Confirmación
- Pre-Confirmación
- Primera Comunión
- RICA de Niños (año 2)
- RICA (Adultos)
- Catequesis Familiar
- Grupo de Jóvenes
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Events are in-person unless noted.
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