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21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
August 25, 2024
Faith, Commitment, and Unity
Readings
Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b / Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32 / Jn 6:60-69
Jesus then said to the Twelve, 'Do you also want to leave?' Simon Peter answered him, "Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God." (Jn 6:67-69)
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In this edition:
Weekend Mass Times
News & Notes
Mother Teresa Visits St. Matthew's 50 Years Ago
Back-to-School Drive a Success
Faith Formation
Selected Readings by Fr. Joe McHenry
Classes on The Book of Revelation
OCIA & Children's Faith Formation sign-ups
Cathedral Book Club
Social Justice
Social Justice Retreat
ADW Retreat for Survivors of Abuse
Mercy Ride
Ministerio Hispano
Asesoría Legal de Inmigración
Clases de Inglés
Young Adults
Book Club & Happy Hour
Music Ministry
Auditions for Schola Cantorum
Volunteer Opportunities
& more
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Weekend Mass Times
Saturday, August 24 at 5:30pm
Sunday, August 25 at 7am, 9am, 11am, 1pm (en español) & 5:30pm
Online Offertory: PayPal | Faith Direct
Let us pray:
—for the sick, especially Kathy Bateman, Anthony Danks, Colleen Michelle Crown, and Paul Ferranti.
—for the recently deceased, especially Nancy Porter.
To add a name to the prayer list of the sick or recently deceased, email Msgr. Jameson. If asking for prayers for a person who is sick, please first get their permission.
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Last month marked 50 years since Mother Teresa's historic visit to St. Matthew's! On July 9, 1974, more than 1,400 persons overflowed the pews on a Tuesday evening. Can you guess who the priest is standing behind Mother Teresa in the Sanctuary? | | | |
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the Back-to-School Gift Card Drive over the past few weekends. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to assist over 55 families this year! We deeply appreciate your ongoing support of our social justice efforts.
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Spiritual Readings
Selected by Fr. Joe McHenry
From the Confessions of St Augustine
Feast Day August 28
Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever new, late have I loved you! You were within me, but I was outside, and it was there that I searched for you. In my unloveliness I plunged into the lovely things which you created. You were with me, but I was not with you. Created things kept me from you; yet if they had not been in you they would not have been at all. You called, you shouted, and you broke through my deafness. You flashed, you shone, and you dispelled my blindness. You breathed your fragrance on me; I drew in breath and now I pant for you. I have tasted you, now I hunger and thirst for more. You touched me, and I burned for your peace.
(Click on the image below to read more about St. Augustine.)
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Apocalypse Now! Approaching The Book of Revelation
What is the last book of the Bible really about? Join us for a series of classes and thought-provoking discussions about the Book of Revelation! Classes are led by L.J. Milone, Director of Faith Formation at St. Matthew's. Three more Tuesdays left: August 27, September 3 and 10, 7-8:30pm in the East Conference Room. For more information, contact L.J. Milone, Director of Faith Formation, or call 202-347-3215. Click on the image for more details.
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Online Registration Open
Our Faith Formation Office invites online registration for St. Matthew's Adult Initiation (OCIA, or Order of Christian Initiation) and for our Children's Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation programs for the upcoming year:
Call for Catechists
For the Children's Faith Formation 2024 - 2025 year we need two catechists. If you are interested in serving as a catechist, please email L.J. Milone, Director of Faith Formation, or call him at 202-347-3215 x 530.
A catechist is a person of faith who hands on the living experience of the Gospel, which is the mystery of God’s love for us. A catechist, most importantly, prays. The catechist also studies the Gospel, spiritual texts, and theology, develops appropriate teaching skills and nurtures his or her spiritual life and personal faith formation. Could this be you?
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Meditation on Zoom
Drop in for a meditation session offered by L.J. Milone twice a week on Zoom (Sunday afternoons at 1:30pm and Wednesday evenings at 8pm).
Mystical Word
A weekly reflection based on the Sunday Gospel reading, written by L.J. Milone, Director of Faith Formation. Reflecting on Sunday's Gospel reading from John, L.J. Milone writes, "The Eucharist Presents us with the Shock of the Incarnation." READ THE REFLECTION
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Let's Get Reading!
The Cathedral Book Club meets on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in the West Conference Room, 7 to 8pm, to discuss "The Afternoon of Christianity: The Courage to Change," by Tomáš Halík. Let's get reading so you can join the discussion and sharing, led by Fr. Jack Hurley!
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St. Matthew's Social Justice Retreat
Our annual Social Justice Retreat is coming on Saturday, September 7, from 10-3pm. Deepen your connection to our shared community at this free retreat at the Franciscan Monastery in Northeast DC, accessible by both car and public transportation. Together, we'll reflect on our responsibilities as Catholics and renew our commitment to serving our community. More information can be found on the Cathedral website. Click on the image to tour the grounds!
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Homebound Ministry
We are collecting names and addresses of homebound parishioners who would appreciate a visit and communion from one of our priests or homebound ministers. Please pass along details for individuals interested in receiving a visit to Fr. Joe McHenry via his email: jmchenry@stmatthewscathedral.org.
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Retreat for Survivors of Abuse
As the Church continues to minister to all survivors of abuse, the Archdiocese of Washington is sponsoring a retreat for survivors. The archdiocese will offer a women’s retreat on September 20-22, 2024, and April 4-6, 2025. Men’s retreat, January 17-19, 2025. This retreat is an occasion for survivors to reflect on God’s plan for their lives and for healing through prayer and the sacraments. To register email mcdonald@adw.org. READ MORE HERE
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Mercy Ride Cycling Event!
The Order of Malta Northern Virginia Region is holding its first-ever Mercy Ride cycling event for the benefit of Catholic Charities Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinic. Mercy Ride organizers are seeking riders, donations, sponsorships, and non-riding volunteers to help operate the event. The Mercy Ride will take place on September 14 at 7am. All proceeds will go to Catholic Charities Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinics — a free health service provider operated by Catholic Charities and is based out of Manassas, Virginia. For more information or to sign up to participate in the event, please go to mercyride.org
or contact: mercyrideinfo@gmail.com.
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Domingo XXI del Tiempo Ordinario en español
25 de agosto
Misa en español a la 1pm
Suspensión de las transmisiones en vivo de las misas dominicales
Nuestras transmisiones en vivo de las misas de los domingos a las 11am (inglés) y 1pm (español) en el canal de YouTube de la Catedral se suspenderán en julio y agosto de 2024, con la posibilidad de reanudarse en septiembre. Vuelva a consultar a finales de agosto para ver las actualizaciones.
Participe como voluntario en el equipo de transmisión en vivo de la Catedral
¿Tiene experiencia en el manejo de equipos de transmisión en vivo o está interesado en recibir capacitación para ayudar con la transmisión en vivo de las misas dominicales de San Mateo? Póngase en contacto con Mons. Jameson o Fatima Aybar para obtener más información o para ser voluntario.
Eventos
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Grupo de Oración en español los martes a las 7pm, salón de conferencias del oeste.
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Santo Rosario por teléfono en español – todos los días a las 3pm (347-378-0694, PIN 283 201 937#).
Para más información envíe un email a Fátima Aybar o llame a la oficina de la rectoría al 202-347-3215.
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Justicia Social
Asesoría Legal de Inmigración
Esta Clinica es gratuita y abierta al publico. No necesita ser un residente de DC.
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Sunday Night with C†YA
Join us Sunday nights at 6:30pm, following the 5:30pm Mass, in the North Conference Room. Meet other Catholics, talk about the faith, and build friendships!
Tuesday Happy Hour
Come for a C†YA Happy Hour at 6:30pm on Tuesday, September 3. Please join our WhatsApp group for up-to-the-minute details including location!
C†YA Book Club
The C†YA Book Club meets once a month (join our Book Club WhatsApp Group for dates and location). We pick a book related to Catholicism—from fiction with Catholic themes to a history of the early church—read independently, and then meet up to discuss the book. Future book suggestions welcome.
Let's Stay Connected
C†YA uses a WhatsApp Community to plan future events, post updates, and stay in touch! Join using this link. You can also follow C†YA on Instagram and Facebook for events and news from our community.
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Cathedral Parish Choirs
St. Matthew's Schola Cantorum, Contemporary Choir, and Spanish Choir are on hiatus, returning Sunday, September 22 for the Feast of St. Matthew.
Auditions for the Schola's Fall Season
The Schola Cantorum has openings for experienced singers in all voice parts. Prospective singers must have significant adult choral experience, good sight-reading skills, and a pleasant, agile voice. The commitment of time and focused energy is significant, particularly at Christmas and Holy Week. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings, 7 - 8:30pm in the weeks when the choir is singing. Contact Tom Stehle for more information or to arrange an audition. READ ABOUT OUR CHOIRS
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Volunteer with Cathedral Livestreaming Team
Do you have experience operating livestreaming equipment, or are you interested in being trained to assist with St. Matthew’s livestreaming of Sunday Masses? Contact Msgr. Jameson for more information or to volunteer.
July & August Suspension of Livestreams
Our Sunday 11am (English) and 1pm (Spanish) Masses livestreams on the Cathedral YouTube channel will be suspended in July and August 2024, with the possibility of resuming in September. Check back in late August for updates.
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