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The Transfiguration of the Lord
August 6, 2023
"Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them ...." (Mt 17:1-2)
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In this edition:
Prayers for World Youth Day Pilgrims
Hospitality after 9am Mass
Back-to-School Drive
Children's Faith Formation 2023 - '24
Fall 2023 ESL & Social Justice Retreat
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Let us pray:
—for the sick, especially Maria da Silva, John Guerriero, Elsa Henderson, Yvette Romero, Enmanuel Del Valle, Patricia Castro, Michael Harrill, Eileen Elvin, Geralda Masi, Katie Roland, Peter Tan, Wayne Mullings, Theodore Merkle, Jr., Debbie Fairchild Harding, Vic Harding, Mary & Carl Milewski, Therese Fergo, Maria Gianino, Yolanda Mendez Acevedo, Anne Rader, Robyn Nishimi, Paul Gruber, and Blanca Rose Juarez; and
—for Pope Francis' August intention: that World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to live and witness the Gospel in their own lives; and
—for the pilgrims from St. Matthew's attending World Youth Day.
To add to our prayer list the name of someone sick or recently deceased, email Msgr. Jameson. Please get permission before adding someone's name to the list of the sick.
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Pray for World Youth Day Pilgrims
Twelve youth from our parish—Sergio, Jenny, Cynthia, Jaasiel, Janela, Jocelyn, Lesley, Luduim, Marely, Marilyn, Mia & Bryan—are attending World Youth Day in Lisbon (August 1 - 6) with chaperones Fr. John Benson and Robert Torres. Please pray for them and all of the 29,000 pilgrims from the U. S. expected to join Pope Francis for this celebration!
SEE WYD PRAYER
Thank you to all who have donated to help our pilgrims attend the WYD celebration! We can look forward to a photo gallery of the St. Matthew's World Youth Day experience, and shared reflections from the pilgrims after their return.
READ CATHOLIC STANDARD ARTICLES,"U.S. SET TO HAVE FIFTH LARGEST DELEGATION AT WORLD YOUTH DAY" & "THE 'LIFE CHANGING' EXPERIENCE OF WORLD YOUTH DAY"
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Oremos por peregrinos de la Jornada Mundial de la Juventud
Doce jóvenes de nuestra parroquia —Sergio, Jenny, Cynthia, Jaasiel, Janela, Jocelyn, Lesley, Luduim, Marely, Marilyn, Mia y Bryan— asisten a la Jornada Mundial de la Juventud en Lisboa (1 al 6 de agosto) con los acompañantes P. John Benson y Robert Torres. ¡Por favor, oren por ellos y por todos los 29,000 peregrinos de los Estados Unidos que se espera que se unan al Papa Francisco para esta celebración!
VER ORACIÓN DE LA JMJ
¡Gracias a todos los que habéis donado para ayudar a nuestros peregrinos a asistir a la celebración de la JMJ! Podemos esperar una galería de fotos de la experiencia de la Jornada Mundial de la Juventud de San Mateo, y las reflexiones compartidas de los peregrinos después de su regreso.
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Support Adopt-a-Family
This Weekend
Our Social Justice Committee offers three ways to contribute to this year's drive!
—make a monetary donation after Mass this weekend (checks payable to St. Matthew's Cathedral, "Back-to-School" on memo line); or
—donate online on the Social Justice Committee webpage; or
—order needed items from the Amazon Wish List for shipping directly to the Cathedral (Amazon shopping cart must be empty when you begin in order for Cathedral address to display as a Gift Registry Address).
Contact Ricardo Tobar if you have questions. READ MORE
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Apoye a Adopt-a-Family Este Fin de Semana
¡El Comité de Justicia Social ofrece tres maneras de contribuir a la campaña de este año!
—hacer una donación monetaria después de la misa este fin de semana (cheques pagaderos a la Catedral de San Mateo); u
—donar en línea en la página web del Comité de Justicia Social; u
—ordenar los artículos necesarios de la lista de deseos de Amazon para enviarlos a la Catedral (el carrito de compras de Amazon debe estar vacío cuando comience para que la dirección de la Catedral se muestre como una dirección de registro de regalos). Contactar a Ricardo Tobar si tiene preguntas.
LEER MÁS
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Schola Auditions
The Schola Cantorum has openings for experienced singers in all voice parts. Director of Music Ministries Tom Stehle invites you to email him for more information or to arrange an audition. READ ABOUT OUR CHOIRS
First Friday & First Saturday
All are welcome to adore Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament this Friday, August 4, 12:45 to 5pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, and to join in First Saturday Devotions on Saturday, August 5 following the 12:10pm Mass.
Masses for the Assumption
Join us on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obligation. Cardinal Gregory celebrates the 12:10pm Mass.
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Monday, August 14 at 5:30pm (Vigil Mass), and
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Tuesday, August 15 Masses at 7:30am, 12:10pm (Cardinal Gregory), 5:30pm & 7pm (Spanish) (no 11am Confessions or Adoration)
Feast of St. Matthew & More
St. Matthew's choirs return from summer hiatus for the Feast of St. Matthew on September 17. Save these dates:
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Solemnity of St. Matthew (observed) – Mass Sunday, September 17 at 11am (bilingual) (Cardinal Gregory) (no 1pm Spanish Mass)
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Solemnity of St. Matthew (proper) – Masses Thursday, September 21 at 7:30am, 12:10pm & 5:30pm
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109th World Day of Migrants and Refugees – Mass Sunday, September 24 at 5:30pm (Bishop Menjivar-Ayala)
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RCIA Inquiry
St. Matthew's RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) process for the 2023 - 2024 year meets Wednesday, August 9 and most Wednesday evenings. FIND MORE INFORMATION
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Let's Get Reading:
Fr. Jack Hurley leads the Book Club discussion of "Jesus and Paul: Parallel Lives," by Irish Dominican Fr. Jerome Murphy-O'Connor. We meet on Thursday, August 24, 7pm in the West Conference Room.
READ MORE / BUY ONLINE
Saints of the Week
Enjoy a 2020 video reflection on St. Clare (Memorial, Friday, August 11) by Fr. Jack Hurley.
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Catechists Needed
For the 2023-2024 year we need three 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.
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2023-24 Children's Faith Formation
Registration for Children's Faith Formation for the 2023 - 2024 year is open.
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Thank you, Francis and Council 10947! | | |
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Photos: Ricardo Tobar, Social Justice Coordinator, and longtime volunteer Francis Bonsiero / Knights of Columbus charity event (Clifton, VA) benefitting St. Matthew's Monday Morning Ministry | |
A thank you to Monday Morning Ministry volunteer Francis Bonsiero and the Knights of Columbus Council 10947 in Clifton, Virginia for organizing a private charity event that benefited our Monday Morning Ministry. With their donations, we will purchase supplies and Subway gift cards for our guests. Thank you for your generosity! | |
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Social Justice Retreat
St. Matthew's Social Justice Committee invites you to a day retreat on Saturday, September 9, 11am to 4pm, at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land, open to all and led by Fr. John Benson and Ricardo Tobar, with guest speaker to be announced. Register by Tuesday, September 5!
READ MORE
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2nd Annual Green Team River Tour
St. Matthew's Creation Care Green Team invites you to an evening of paddling on the beautiful Anacostia River on Saturday, September 9 from 5 to 7pm. Reserve a spot now. See you on the water! READ MORE
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Eventos
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Grupo de Oración en español – los martes de julio a las 7pm en el salón de conferencias del oeste
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Misa de la Transfiguración del Señor (en español) – el domingo 6 de agosto a la 1pm (Vea nuestra página web de transmisiones en vivo para obtener enlaces a YouTube y al Programas.)
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Clase de Bautismo en español – el domingo 13 de agosto a las 11am en el salón de conferencias del este
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Misa por la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María (Día Santo de Obligación) en español – el martes 15 de agosto a las 7pm
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Inscripción para clases de catequesis en español – los domingos 13, 20 y 27 de agosto de 10:30am a 12pm, y de 2:30 a 3:30pm en el salón de conferencias del norte
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