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February 8, 2015
Cathedral of the
Sacred Heart
Bless us with your presence.
Serving as the Mother Church of the Diocese of Richmond
Twinning with the Catholic Community of Carissade, Haiti
Serving the Campuses of Virginia Commonwealth University
The Most Reverend Francis X. DiLorenzo
Bishop of Richmond
Monsignor Patrick D. Golden
Rector
800 S. Cathedral Place, Richmond, VA 23220-4853
Office: (804) 359-5651 Fax: (804) 358-8043
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
www.richmondcathedral.org
Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time
“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
– Matthew 18:20
Are you looking for new ways to connect to other adults in
prayer? Adult formation of our spiritual lives in not just words it’s how we live in the mystery of God’s plan for us. Our lives of
discipleship need to be nourished. As adults learn, pray and grow
together so does our church community. All are invited to the many
opportunities to grow in faith together. Please allow the spirit to
guide you to attend one of the many programs we offer:
“Reflections” This session, the book Radical Hospitality is the
focus of reflection and study. This is book of wisdom as well as
stories that encourage us to embrace the true meaning of love for
the other, by welcoming the stranger. This book is food for the soul!
This session will meet in the parish office from 10:00 to 11:00 am
on February 8, 15 and 22. For Session #3 of “Reflections” we will be
using the book “Inspirations” by Pope Francis. Join us then too!
“Prayer and Spirituality” A time to become closer to God
through prayer. Prayer is vital to our deep commitment to Jesus.
Prayer has the transforming power of grace. This group meets in
the parish office from 10:00 to 11:00 am on February 15, April 19,
May 17, and June 21. All are invited!!
“Lent: 40 Soul Searching Questions” Begin a new spiritual
journey this Lent that gives you new insights into the meaning
of your life. Develop a deeper relationship with God, one truer
to the demands of the world, the belief that you are called by
God to be light to the world. The Lenten reflection book that
will be used is “40 Soul-Stretching Conversations” by Sister Joan
Chittister. This group will meet in the parish hall from 10:00 to
11:00 am on the Wednesdays during Lent: February 25, March
4, 11, 18 & 25. Babysitting will be provided.
Parish Staff
Rector, Rev. Msgr. Patrick Golden | pgolden@richmondcathedral.org
Rev. Msgr. Stephen Osei-Duah, Parochial Vicar | fstephen@richmondcathedral.org
Deacon, Rev. Mr. Marshall Banks, MD | pp_dr@yahoo.com
Deacon, Rev. Mr. Chris Malone | cmalone@richmondcathedral.org
Deacon, Rev. Mr. Mark Matte | mcmatte@verizon.net
Deacon, Rev. Mr. Charles Williams | cwilliams@richmondcathedral.org
Director of Religious Education,
Maria Thorsen | mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Youth Ministry Coordinator,
Elizabeth Riegler | eriegler@richmondcathedral.org
VCU Campus Minister, Joshua Dart | joshuadart@gmail.com
VCU Campus Minister, Mary Rebecca Anderson |
manderson@richmondcathedral.org
Business Administrator, Kim Kremer | kkremer@richmondcathedral.org
Administrative Secretary, Jayne Hushen | jhushen@richmondcathedral.org
Administrative Assistant/Membership Services,
Candice Davis | cdavis@richmondcathedral.org
Bookkeeper, Tiffany Baham | tbaham@richmondcathedral.org
Facilities, Patrick Garrett | 804-248-2207 | pgarrett@richmondcathedral.org
Daniel Hudson | 804-874-6152
Pastoral Council, Donna Newcomb | donnanewcomb@verizon.net
Finance Council, Steve Brincefield | steve.brincefield@comcast.net
For a complete list of our ministries, committees and ways to get involved please refer to our Parish Resource Guide on our Website or pick up a copy at the entrance to the church.
This Week at the Cathedral
Prayers and Praise
Saturday, February 7, 2015
8:00 am Confirmation Retreat for 10th Graders
9:00 am Holy Week Preparation Meeting in Parish Office
4:45 pm Sant’ Egidio Prayer
5:15 pm Mass † Louise Kelly
6:15 pm Private Baptism
Sick: Mary Hormachea, Dennis Bellone, Gabriel Peter Norment, Patricia
Golden, Gina Lohr, Ed Dunn, Jr., Eddie Dunn, III, Sally Pastore, Mike Inzitari,
Frank Inzitari, Thelma Robinson, John Kuhn, Jerry Kuhn, Shep Harder, Miguel
Lopes, Michael Amrhein, Mimi Eynon, Barbara Kersey, Sheila Dolan, Joseph
Dees, Tony Smith, Dylan Marshall, Donald Barkman, Jean Serini, Stephanie
Merenda, Gerald Dennis Neville, Amy Tweedale, Linda Brown, Billie Sutherland
Moore, Fr. Paul Richardson, Kimberly Werner Hampton, Jenny Mileto, Nancy
Munson, Rae Funk, Raymond Wilkerson, Jim Crowe, Chrystal Muldrow, Mark
Eckstein, Pete Scherer, Mark Rittling, Kristell Jimemez, Karen Massengil, Mary
Brocking, Pat Mirr, Edward Klein, Larry and Sharon Lilly, Marjorie Dineen, Mark
Patrick Cotham, Walter Bullard, Anne Hutchins, Patrice Morris, Melvin Spurlock,
Tim Dolan, Janine Thompson and Lidia Quagliano. Also, please continue to
pray for those written in the Book of the Sick and those in our Armed Forces.
Sunday, February 8, 2015
9:00 am Mass † Alvaro Roco
10:05 am Children’s Formation Classes
10:05 am Full Circle of Grief
10:05 am “Radical Hospitality” Adult Faith Formation
11:00 am Mass † Ernest Schleicher
12:00 pm First Reconciliation Class
5:15 pm Mass -- Cathedral Parishioners
6:15 pm CCM Student Sunday Supper
Monday, February 9, 2015
12:05 pm Daily Mass † Helen Marie Barr
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Seminarians: John Baab, John Christian, Deacon Danny Cogut, Taylor
Hall, Jamie Hickman, Deacon Matt Kiehl, Mark Kowalski, Marton Lonart,
Deacon Nick Mammi, Chris Masla, Miguel Melendez, Dan Molochko, Kyle
O’Connor, James O’Reilly, Andrew Oehmann, Frank Petsche, Nick Redmond, Justin Shuma, Cassidy Stinson.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
11:30 am Prayer Shawl Ministry
12:05 pm Daily Mass † Liddy Horsey
6:00 pm RCIA
RCIA Candidates and Catechumens
ednesday, February 11, 2015
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12:05 pm Daily Mass † Robert Gordon
6:00 pm CCM Reconciliation
7:00 pm Separated & Divorced Support Group
7:15 pm Student Mass and Adoration
Confirmands: Sophia Choi, Celia Cifuentes, Lineth Cobarrobias, Erika Cruz,
Susan Horn, Amanda Olivas, Luke Payne, Monique Sanchez and Julliette
Zeballos-Perez
Thursday, February 12, 2015
12:05 pm Daily Mass -- Sister Mary Jane Magers
6:30 pm Chinese Students and Scholars Bible Study
F riday, February 13, 2015
12:05 pm Daily Mass
6:00 pm What’s Love Got to Do With It? CCM Valentines Day Retreat
Saturday, February 14, 2015
9:00 am Holy Week Preparation Meeting in Parish Office
4:45 pm Sant’ Egidio Prayer
5:15 pm Mass -- Cathedral Parishioners
6:15 pm Private Baptism
6:30 pm St. Bede Choir Reception
Sunday, February 15, 2015
9:00 am Mass † Bruno Voigt
10:05 am Children’s Formation Classes
10:05 am Prayer and Spirituality
10:05 am “Radical Hospitality” Adult Faith Formation
11:00 am Mass with Rite of Sending Catechumens to the Rite of Election
† Maria & Alvaro Roco
2:00 pm FREE Concert of Music for Weddings & Other Festive Occasions
5:15 pm Mass † Frank Chester, II
6:15 pm CCM Student Sunday Supper
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A Note from our Rector
I’m emailing all of you with some rather difficult
news. Effective today, February 4, Patrick Carlin is no
longer employed at the Cathedral. I really can say
nothing more on this matter.
Catechumens: Taylor Alas, Oscar Bastidas, Jem Chapman, Courtney Donner,
Crystal Greene, Jessica Hladky, Christopher Lee, Brandon Monahan, Sierra Roman, Stephen Sovinsky, Barbara Sulimay, Zanas Talley, Carla Wong
Candidates: Patrick Ambrose, Erik Draves, Danielle Harris, Amber Petrohovich,
Haden Yonce and Adam Yost
Welcome our New Members who joined us in January: Matthew & Kathryn Ferrett and Samuel, Charles & Stephanie Lawson, Chris Sill, Chris Peratta,
Agneta Liubinaite, Kingley Nwoko.
The Pope’s general prayer intention for February is:
Universal: That prisoners, especially the young, may be able to rebuild lives
of dignity.
Evangelization: That married people who are separated may find welcome
and support in the Christian community.
We pray for the coming of God’s Kingdom in Metropolitan Richmond: For
healthy economic development, which enhances the Metropolitan community, employs the unemployed, and contributes to the common good.
The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Community of Faith extends
our prayers and sympathy to Cathedral parishioners
Jenny and Carey Bliley, and their Family,
upon the passing away of Jenny’s grandmother,
+ Margaret Casey
on Monday, January 26, in Richmond.
Weekly Offerings
For Fiscal Year beginning 7/1/2014
The Cathedral is grateful for last week’s collection.
Regular Offertory
Amount Budgeted
Amount Received
Difference
Preservation
Social Justice
Poor and Needy
Haiti Last Week
$19,538
$17,782
-$1,756
Year to Date
$661,110
$638,199
-$22,911
$902$129,186
$1,374
$29,528
$5,280$17,081
Catholic Campus Ministry at VCU
St. Joseph Statue Dedication
Rosary Monday nights | 9:00 pm Come join the CCM for some good
All former St. Joseph parishioners and families are invited to St. Elizabeth
Church Sunday February 22 to celebrate as we dedicate our statue of St.
Joseph in memory of the first Catholic Church for Blacks in the South.
Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 am followed by our dedication and a brief
concert by our Gospel Choir. St. Elizabeth is located at 2712 2nd Avenue,
Richmond, VA. For more information please call 804-329-4599 or email
almcentee@stelizcc.org.
ol’ fashioned Rosary praying on Monday nights!
Friday Morning Prayer at 7:30 am and Vesper’s (evening prayer)
Friday evenings | 6:00 pm I’ll have the breakfast toast, a moment with
Jesus, and some cream and sugar for my coffee please. And if you’re like
most people and skip breakfast, we have prayer to go with your dinner.
Student Mass and Eucharistic Adoration Wednesdays | 7:15 pm
Father Stephen will be providing Confession from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Daily Mass is cool and everything, but Wednesday Student Mass with
Adoration? Why would you not stop by?! Come join us!
Father Rob Talk, Thursday | 6:00 pm
Daily Mass | 12:05 pm Everybody goes to church on Sundays, but
daily mass is even greater! Go see why – it’ll only take you 30 minutes.
Catholic Coffee Tuesday | 7:30 am CCM will be giving out FREE
COFFEE Tuesday Mornings to all the folks that pass by. We could use
some help making morning coffee, and as always we’ll save you a cup.
Midlothian Ice Skating on Friday, February 13
No Valentine’s Day
plans? No problem! CCM’s got a fun outing for all the cool folks who don’t
have plans Friday night! Contact Michael Saboe (saboema@vcu.edu) with
questions regarding time, transportation, who his Valentine is, and so on.
PaW Night! Thursday | 8:00 pm Bring out the instruments and get
ready to feel the Holy Spirit people, it’s Praise and Worship night with CCM!
Mini Twilight Retreat Friday | 7:00 pm So the mini retreat is actually
the day before Valentine’s day…so if you still would like to come (which
you so should), come on by! I promise it’ll be worth it.
Beyond the Cathedral
Pilgrimage to Shrines of France
June 29 - July 9 | Reservation deadline: March 15, 2015
Join Father Stephen Alcott, O.P., from St. Thomas Aquinas Church in
Charlottesville, on a Pilgrimage visiting Shrines of France including Paris,
Lisieux, Nevers and Lourdes. Pilgrims will visit sites of Parish including the
Miraculous Medal Shrine; places associated with the lives of St. Therese
and St. Bernadette and will participate in the liturgical celebrations of
Lourdes. While in Lourdes, pilgrims will join the U.S. National Rosary
Pilgrimage which is accompanied by clergy, medical staff and volunteers
to provide assistance. For details, contact Fr. Stephen Alcott, O.P. Email:
frstephen@stauva.org or Elizabeth Grinder: 1-877-276-7279, Email:
lourdespilgramageoffice@comcast.net
Cathedral Information
Daily Mass Schedule:
Monday - Friday: 12:05 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday: 5:15 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am
11:00 am & 5:15 pm
Saturday: 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm
If you’re interested in becoming Catholic contact Maria Thorsen at
mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org or 804-212-3888
For Weddings, call Jayne Hushen in the Parish Office at 804-212-3892.
For Mass Intenions, call Candice Davis in the Parish Office at 804-359-5651.
Christian Marriage Formation Program for Engaged Couples,
www.cdrcmfl.org/marriage-family/mariage-preparation/
Infant Baptisms - A Baptism Registration Form is available at the door of the
church or on our website - www.richmondcathedral.org
Sunday, February 22 | 9:00 am | St. Elizabeth’s Church
Parish Community Life
Preparation for the
Sacrament of Reconciliation for Youth
Sunday, February 8 | 12:00 noon
mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Preparation to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation will take place on
the following dates: January 11 (12:00-2:00 pm), January 25 (12:00-2:00 pm)
February 8 (12:00-2:00 pm) Parents will have instruction at the same time
your child is receiving their instruction. The Sacrament of Reconciliation
will be at 10:00 am on February 21. All classes will begin with a Pot Luck
lunch in the Parish Hall. If you have any questions please email Mary Alice
Teller: mateller@comcast.net or mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Preparation for the
Sacrament of First Eucharist for Youth
Sunday, March 8 & 22, & April 19 | 12:00 noon
mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist will take place on the
following dates. Parents will have instruction at the same time your child is
receiving their instruction. March 8 (12:00-2:00 pm) March 22 (12:00-2:00
pm) April 19 (12:00-2:00 pm). Sacrament of First Eucharist will be during the
9:00 and 11:00 am Masses on May 3, 2015. If you have any questions please
email: mateller@comcast.net or mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Preparation for 10th Grade Sacrament of Confirmation
Liz Riegler at eriegler@richmondcathedral.org
Confirmation preparation for 10th graders begins in January. The preparation consists of 4 modules and a retreat. If you are in 10th grade and
would like to be Confirmed this year, please contact Liz Riegler as soon as
possible for a registration packet: eriegler@richmondcathedral.org
This is a requirement for all 10th graders being Confirmed in May, 2015.
Requirements:
Module #3: March 8, 2-5:00 pm at St. Paul, Richmond
Module #4: April 19, 2-5:00 pm at Holy Rosary, Richmond
Nursery is open from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Sundays for children ages 12 mos. to 3 years.
The nursery is on the lower level (take the elevator).
Ordained Ministry and Religious Life: For information about the life and ministry of
priests, deacons, and seminarians of men & women in religious life, contact Fr. Michael
Boehling at 804-359-5661 or www.richmonddiocese.org/vocations
Self-Guided Tour: When visiting the Cathedral, pick up a Self‐Guided Tour pamphlet at
the front entrance. To view the tour on our website, visit: www.richmondcathedral.org/
selfguidedtour.pdf
We welcome new members to our parish! You can fill out a registration form found
at the back of the church, or email cdavis@richmondcathedral.org, or fill out an online
registration form on our website: www.richmondcathedral.org
During Weekday Masses, Parking Passes Are Not Needed
Parish Faith Formation Programs
"Full Circle of Grief"
Sunday, February 8 | 10:00 am | Parish Hall
On February 8, Drew Burrichter, a parishioner of Cathedral and the
Director of Mission for Bon Secours Health Source will bring us a
presentation from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the Parish Hall. "Full Circle of Grief”
has a mission to provide comprehensive and professional grief support
for children, adults, family and the community. Please come to learn
about the many compassionate programs that are provided by this
organization.
Bingo is Back!
Saturday, February 21 | 6:30 pm
Parish Hall
Bingo is Back! The Knights of Columbus,
Bernard J. Quinn council #11710, will
be having their Annual Bingo Night
Fundraiser on Saturday, February 21 at
6:30 pm in the Parish Hall. The entry fee will be $30/family (4), $20/single,
and $10/VCU student; this is your gaming fee for the evening. Pizza,
salad, soft drinks, coffee, and other finger food will be provided by the
Knights. Door prizes and raffle items will be available. Please come out
and join the Knights and our church parishioners for an evening of FUN,
FOOD, and FELLOWSHIP! Doors open at 6:30 pm and gaming begins at
7:00 pm. Cash donations will be accepted in lieu of attendance. Hope to
see you there!
“Reflections” Session #2
February 8, 15, and 22
The book that will be used is titled Radical
Hospitality. St. Benedict wrote about Hospitality,
welcoming the outsider, the poor, the pilgrim.
Guests are crucial to the making of any heart.
Read and discuss about how we can welcome the
Divine in the stranger. The facilitator of this group
is Mike Jackman. If you have any questions please
email Maria Thorsen at mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
Separated or Divorced Catholics Support Group
February 11, 19 and 25 | 7:00 pm
mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org
As a Catholic community we practice love and
healing; love is a service to our community”. . .
There can be healing during and after a divorce.
A program will be offered at Cathedral to minister
to those experiencing a separation of their
marriage or a divorce. This group will meet in the
Parish Offices on the following dates and time:
February 11, 19 & 25. All sessions will begin at 7:00
pm. If you are interested in joining this group or
have questions, please email Maria Thorsen.
The facilitator, Christine Cestaro, is experienced in
this support group.
Readings and Reflection
February 8
Job 7 : 1-4, 6-7
1 Cor 9 : 16-19, 22-23
Mark 1 : 29-39
February 15
Lv 13 : 1-2, 44-46
1 Cor 10 : 31 –11:1
Mark 1 : 40-45
Prepare for Sunday Mass using an online resource that includes a copy of the readings
and much more. To access, go to the parish website and click on “Prepare for Sunday.”
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today we continue to read from Mark’s Gospel, learning more
about the ministry of Jesus. Jesus cured Simon’s mother-in-law, and she
immediately began to serve Jesus and his disciples. Jesus also cured
many others who were brought to him, healing their illnesses and driving
out demons. As we will see throughout Mark’s Gospel, Jesus did not
permit the demons to speak because they knew his identity and would
have revealed it to those who were present.
On the morning after this busy day, Jesus retreated in prayer, but was
pursued by Simon and others who brought news that many people were
looking for him. At this point in Mark’s Gospel, we begin to see a distinct
role for the inner circle of Jesus’ disciples—they act as intermediaries
between Jesus and the people. Jesus reports to his disciples that they
need to leave Capernaum to preach in other places.
Today’s Gospel completes a picture of Jesus’ ministry: preaching,
curing the sick, driving out demons, and then moving on to continue
this work in another place. Mark’s Gospel tells us that Jesus did this
throughout Galilee.
Jesus’ compassion and healing of the sick is a sign of the Kingdom of
God. The Church continues to extend Christ’s healing presence to others
in its ministry to the sick. In the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick,
the Church prays for spiritual and physical healing, forgiveness of sins,
and comfort for those who are suffering from illness.
In today’s Gospel we also notice the importance of prayer in Jesus’
daily life. Jesus rose early in the morning, removed himself from the
crowds, and went to a deserted place to pray. When the disciples found
him, he told them that it was time to move on. We believe that in his
prayers Jesus found guidance and direction from God. We also bring our
decision-making to God in prayer, asking for his guidance and direction
in our lives. ©LoyolaPress
RCIA Prayer Partners
Would you please pray for the members of the RCIA program? Please
consider being a “PRAYER PARTNER” for an RCIA member. The RCIA
members are entering a time closer to their full initiation in the Catholic
faith at the Easter Vigil. As a “Prayer Partner” you will be given the name
of a member of RCIA so you can pray for them by name. Please email
mthorsen@richmondcathedral.org if you are interested.
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