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Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 15, 2023
"Now I have seen and testified that he is the Son of God." (Jn 1:34)
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In this edition:
Music Update
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Two books for you
ADW Youth Mass & Plenary Indulgence for March for Life Masses
ESL Registration
Register by January 18 for ADW Wedding Anniversary Mass
Bilingual Rectory Office Receptionist Needed
Ministerio Hispano
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The Sundays of Ordinary Time (so-called because of their ordinal numbering) take us through the life of Christ, before and after the two seasons that celebrate the central mysteries of our faith - Christmas and Easter. In 2023 (Year A of the Sunday cycle) the Gospel readings are mostly from St. Matthew, though it is the Gospel according to St. John that we hear this Sunday.
Mystical Word
In his reflection on Sunday's reading from the Gospel according to John, L.J. Milone writes that Baptism means an immersion in the mystery of God. He points to St. Antony of Egypt, whose memorial we celebrate on Tuesday, January 17, as one who shows us a way to immerse ourselves in the divine presence. READ THE REFLECTION
All Masses are open to the public.
See St. Matthew's Covid-19 protocols.
Masses
Saturday, January 14 at 5:30pm Vigil
Sunday, January 15 at 7am, 9am, 11am, 1pm (en español) &
5:30pm (5:30pm Mass Program)
Online Offertory options | PayPal & FaithDirect
Livestreams
See our Livestreams webpage for YouTube and program links for our 11am and 1pm (Spanish) Masses.
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Find daily reading links and reflections for January 15 - 21.
Prayers for the Sick & 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 Hugh Kelly, Glynn Taylor, 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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Music at the Cathedral
Cathedral Choirs Update
While our three choirs are on winter hiatus, weekend masses (except Sunday 7am) will feature a cantor and either organ or piano. The Schola Cantorum returns on Ash Wednesday, February 22, and our Spanish and Contemporary Choirs return the First Sunday of Lent, February 26.
There are limited openings for experienced singers in all voice parts of the Schola Cantorum. Please contact Tom Stehle for an audition.
Visiting Choir & March Organ Recital
The Travelling Choir of the St Paul’s Choir School, Harvard Square, Boston will sing at the 11am Mass next Sunday, January 22, beginning with a prelude at 10:45 am.
We look forward to welcoming Joy Leilani-Garbutt, Director of Music at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, San Francisco, for an organ recital at 12:40 pm on Wednesday, March 1.
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The 2023 theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January 18 - 25) is from Isaiah 1:17, “Do good; seek justice.” The full passage for the theme is Isaiah 1:12-18, lamenting a lack of justice among the People of God. Yet, it also promises redemption by encouraging acts of justice.
Find a daily Scripture and prayer guide for the week.
Sunday of the Word of God & the Path to Unity
January 22 is Sunday of the Word of God. In instituting this celebration, which occurs during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Francis in 2019 wrote, "This is more than a temporal coincidence: the celebration of the Sunday of the Word of God has ecumenical value, since the Scriptures point out, for those who listen, the path to authentic and firm unity."
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Let's Get Reading for Lent!
The Cathedral Book Club is reading "John of the Cross: The Ascent to Joy" for Lent, a gem of this saint's spiritual writings that is introduced and edited by Carmelite Marc Foley (later edition pictured; purchase either one). The discussion will be on Wednesday, March 1 at 7pm in the West Conference Room. READ MORE
Christian Meditation
Meditation Group meetings led by L.J. Milone are offered each week at the times listed below.
In-person in St. Francis Chapel
Monday & Wednesday at 12:45pm
On Zoom
Sunday at 1:30pm (find link)
Wednesday at 8pm (find link)
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ADW Celebration of MLK, Jr.
The Archdiocese of Washington honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Sunday, January 15 at a 9:30am Mass celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Upper Marlboro, MD, by Cardinal Gregory and Bishop Campbell. Watch the livestream.
Youth Mass for Life
Cardinal Gregory celebrates a Youth Mass of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Life at the Cathedral on Friday, January 20. Seating is reserved primarily for ADW parish and school ministries. Limited open seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis the day of the Mass. READ MORE
Join the March for Life
St. Matthew's Respect Life Ministry invites parishioners to take part in this year's March for Life on Friday, January 20. Join the St. Matthew's group that will gather at 11:30am in the Cathedral and attend together. Contact Ricardo Tobar if you have questions.
Plenary Indulgence for March for Life Masses
The Holy See has granted a plenary indulgence for the Masses that will be celebrated in the Archdiocese of Washington during the March for Life on January 19-20, including the ADW Youth Mass at the Cathedral (see above), and the National Prayer Vigil for Life at the National Shrine the night before. READ MORE
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Book Reading & Reflection: Fr. Augustus Tolton
A new year means a fresh opportunity for you to get involved in our Social Justice ministries, beginning with an event in preparation for Black History Month.
Join us as we read from and reflect on "Fr. Augustus Tolton: The Slave Who Became the First African-American Priest," by Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. The first session is Tuesday, January 17 at 6pm (1st in a series of 3).
READ MORE
VIEW THE FLIER
Social Justice January Calendar
More Social Justice events happening this month - take a look!
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Parish Notes
ADW Wedding Anniversary Mass
Married couples are invited to a Wedding Anniversary Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on February 11 at 10am, and/or to receive a certificate from Cardinal Gregory in honor of their anniversary year. Register with St. Matthew's by January 18. READ MORE
Rectory Office Reception Hours
Monday - Friday – 10am to 3pm
Saturday & Sunday – 9am to 4pm
Schedule Notes
On Monday, January 16, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Cathedral closes after the 12:10pm Mass. There are no Confessions or Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. The rectory office is closed.
On Friday, January 20, the ADW Youth Mass for Life is held in the Cathedral. There is no 7:30am Mass, and no Confessions or Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.
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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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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Próximos Eventos
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Grupo de Oración - El Grupo de Oración en español se reune en el salón de conferencias del oeste el martes 17 de enero a las 7 de la tarde por un Rosario.
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Santo Rosario por teléfono en español - Todos los dias a las 3pm (347-378-0694, PIN 283 201 937#)
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Clase de Bautismo en Español - Clase de Bautismo en español sera el domingo 19 de febrero a las 9am en el salón de conferencias del este. Para inscribir, envíe un email a Fatima Aybar.
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ADW Misa de Aniversario de Bodas
Las parejas casadas están invitadas a una misa de aniversario de bodas en la Basílica del Santuario Nacional de la Inmaculada Concepción el 11 de febrero de 2023 a las 10am, o para recibir un certificado firmado por el Cardenal Gregory como homenaje a su aniversario de bodas. Regístrese con San Mateo antes del 18 de enero. LEER MAS
Vacante: 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.
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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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Giving in the New Year
This new year is filled with hope and promise. Opportunities abound to grow our vital ministries, share the good news of Christ’s love in new ways, and reflect his care and mercy to those in need in our downtown community. Your gifts are the lifeline for our Cathedral parish.
If you haven’t yet enrolled in FaithDirect, our electronic giving program, you may do so at St. Matthew's Faith Direct page. Did you perhaps miss the opportunity to make a Christmas offering, or an end-of-year gift? To contribute online now using PayPal, click here. Thank you for your continued support during this time of critical financial need.
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