ST. PAUL CATHEDRAL February 8th, 2015 FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 15 S. 12th Ave., Yakima, WA 98902 Parish Phone: 575-3713 Cathedral School: 575-5604 Religious Ed.: 575-3713 Fax: 453-7497 E-mail: parish@stpaulyakima.org Web Page: www.stpaulyakima.org Introductory Rite Opening Hymn Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven Glory to God chant setting Office Hours: Monday—Friday from 8:00 a.m.—12:00 noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil—5:30 p.m. Sunday 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. (Spanish), 7:00 p.m. (Life Teen). Daily Mass: Monday, Wednesday, Friday—7:00 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday—8:00 a.m. No. 206 Liturgy of the Word Most Rev. Joseph J. Tyson Bishop of Yakima Pastor: Rev. Msgr. John A. Ecker—VicarGeneral Associate Pastor: Rev. Rogelio Gutierrez Deacon: Cathedral School: Terry Faletto, Principal Cathedral School Web Page: Www.stpaulsch.org Parish Secretary: Viviana Cárdenas Pastoral Care: Alma Jauregui DRE: Sr. Lourdes Colin R.C.I.A.: Colette Sattler 457-4717 Music Director: Jerry Kaminski Youth Minister: Shawn Exner Life Teen Music: Todd and Elise Physical Plant Mnt.: James Colbert “The Haven” Young Adult Ministry Center 1-402-214-8289 or steveneasterby@gmail.com No. 610 Scripture Readings No. 1122 Responsorial Psalm No. 1122 Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, who heals the brokenhearted. Gospel Acclamation No. 330 Profession of Faith Liturgy of the Eucharist Offertory Hymn Healer of Our Every Ill No. 965 Anthem at 11:00 a.m. There Is a Balm in Gilead Spiritual Holy, Holy on hymnal insert card Mystery of Faith Save us, Savior of the world… R. Debruyn R. Debruyn Amen: R. Debruyn Lamb of God No. 382 Reconciliation: Sat., 4:00 p.m. or by Appt. Baptism: Please call parish office Weddings: Four months preparation— required Communion Hymn Exposition & Adoration: All day Friday, from 7:30 a.m. concluding with Benediction at 6:45 p.m. Closing Hymn You Are Mine No. 704 Concluding Rite Your Hands, O Lord, in Days of Old (verses 1 & 2) No. 972 FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Events for the Week of February 9, 2015 Mon., February 9 Weekday Tues., February 10 Scholastica Wed., February 11 Our Lady of Lourdes Thurs., February 12 Weekday Fri., February 13 Weekday Sat., February 14 Ss. Cyril and Methodius Sacrificial Offering from Last Sunday $ ANNUAL LITURGY DAY: You are invited by our Bishop to participate in this “Liturgical Excellence Day” here at our Cathedral on Saturday, March 7th from 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. If you are involved in Liturgy or Liturgical Music or have an interest in learning more about worship in the Church, from either the English or Spanish speaking communities, plan to join us for a great hands on experience in voice and instrumental music, and liturgical catechesis. While the emphasis is on liturgy and music, all liturgical ministers are encouraged to participate. PUT THIS ON YOUR CALENDAR NOW. Scott Collicott, Julia Humphrys, CONNIE CHICHENOFF, Dorothy Dills, PATRICK O’CONNOR, Rachel Osborne, Sharon Morehouse, Joan Snyder, Greg Broyles, and all who celebrate this week!! UPCOMING EVENTS: 1. Lent—begins on Wednesday, February 18th a special Season of Grace—an opportunity to come closer to the Lord. 2. Parish Mission with Trappist Fr. William Meninger, O.C.S.O.—March 2nd—5th. 3. Diocesan Liturgy Day—9:30—3:00 p.m. here at our Cathedral/Chapel/Assembly Place (more to follow) - Saturday, March 7th. 4. Fr. Meninger— “A Workshop on Julian of Norwich” Parish Center—3rd floor of school—March 7th. ASH WEDNESDAY AND LENT: Only a week and a half before we begin the great and grace—filled season of Lent, an opportunity to draw closer to the Lord. Masses on Ash Wednesday (and imposition of ashes) will be offered on Wednesday, February 18th at 7:00 a.m., 12:07 and 7:00 p.m. in English and at 8:30 p.m. in Spanish. 100TH ANNIVERSARY PARISH MISSION: It is our pleasure and privilege to announce a special parish mission as LENTEN REGULATIONS: All Fridays of Lent—Day of a part of our 100th Anniversary Commemoration this Lent; abstinence. We abstain from meat on the Fridays of Lent MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, March 2nd –5th (ages 14-59). (during the second week of Lent) on “The Spirit of Forgiveness.” Especially as we observe and prepare for the World ASH WEDNESDAY AND GOOD FRIDAY: - Days of Synod of the Family for the Universal Church and are in the Fast and Abstinence—one full meal and two lesser meals special Year of Consecrated Life, announced by Pope Fran(no between meals eating and no meat (adults to 59 years). cis, this Lenten Mission will be preached by Father William (There is one change from our schedules for lent). Meninger, O.C.S.O., a Trappist Monk from St. Benedict AbOur own and St. Joseph’s Communal Penance Services bey in Snowmass, Colorado. Father Meninger began his switched from Tuesday, March 17th to Thursday, March priestly ministry as a diocesan priest of Yakima in March 19th at 7:00 and 4:00 p.m. respectfully. 1958 and after five years as associate at St. Aloysius in Toppenish, instructor at Marquette High School and rector of the ENGAGED ENCOUNTERS: If you plan to be married high school seminary in Cowiche, left to become a Trappist this year or next, these encounter weekends in our Diocese Monk in Spencer, Massachusetts. He is a prolific author have been scheduled for April 10-12 and June 19 and 21. with many spiritual books to his credit, an expert in Plan to make it to one of those weekends. “Centering Prayer” and a sought after speaker, counselor and presenter at Catholic Christian and non-Christian gatherings LIFE TEEN: For all our high school students and their by people of all faiths and beliefs who are searching for truth friends, resumes this Sunday with Mass at 7:00 p.m. and and yearning for a closer union with God. Life Night following (Cathedral Center), after a break last A seminary classmate of Msgr. Ecker, it is a pleasure Sunday for the Super Bowl. Check with Shawn Exner, our to anticipate his being here with our St. Paul Community of youth director for details. Faith. Please spread the word and reach out to invite your friends, family and co-workers to join you for this spiritual HAPPY BIRTHDAY: To: Carly Justice, Patty Men- renewal opportunity—Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and guerelli, Katie Paganelli, Krystal Flores, Gregoria Mora, Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral—March Edith Solis, Kendra Weber, Jeff Wyss, CAROL CASE, An- 2nd—5th, 2015!! (He will also be available for private directhony Malaky, Educardo Morfin, Patricia Pipper, Vickie tion and conversation). Picardi, MARY JO PINNELL, Margaret St. George, On Saturday, March 7th at 10:00 a.m. in the Cathe- dral Center, he will present a special workshop on Julian of Norwich. KEEP THESE TIMES IN MIND AND PLAN TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS GOD-GIVEN OPPORTUNITY TO DRAW CLOSER TO THE LORD!! LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY!! Join Barbara Calhoun and John Klingele as we learn more about Jesus’ Passion and Death (before Easter) and then his Resurrection as described for us by the four Evangelists using the Little Rock Scripture Study Program. The classes began Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, January 14 at 7:00 p.m. We meet on the third floor of the school as there will be a DVD presentation. Participants will need a Bible, a Commentary/Study Guide, and a notebook. Registration forms may be dropped off or mailed to the parish office. Please return your registration as soon as possible!! R.C.I.A.: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: It is time to unite to a new series of gatherings for those who are seeking truth and willing to make the journey to become fully initiated into the life of the Church. People need to be invited!! Everyone who professes to be a Catholic Christian is, as a disciple of the Lord, also an evangelist—one called by God to share and spread the Faith. INVITE SOMEONE TO ATTEND THESE SESSIONS WITH YOU, maybe a family member; spouse, parent or child; a business associate or fellow worker; a classmate, teacher or student; whoever is curious and looking for that which we possess and so often take for granted. The new R.C.I.A. process began on Monday, January 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral Center, 3rd floor of our school—(entrance at East end, slow elevator to the 3rd floor). We are blessed with an energetic and talented team. Help them to be of assistance to others!! BE ACTIVE IN YOUR SHARING OF THE GOSPEL MESSAGE THAT GOD LOVES AND CARES FOR HIS OWN. Each Monday at 7:00 p.m.—Cathedral Center. RETROUVAILLE: Even diamonds start as coal—Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce? Do you knowhow to save that marriage? Or do you feel helpless? Retrouvaille is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or awaken the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together. The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. Retrouvaille is for any couple who would like to rediscover their marriage and improve communication. Visit www.Retrouvaille.org for emotional testimonials. For confidential information or to register for the February 13-15, 2015 Spokane weekend call (509) 520-4118 or (800) 4702230 or visit the web site at www.Retrouvaille.org. CONVALESCENT FACILITY MASS: Mass will be offered at Good Samaritan Convalescent Facility on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. for residents and their guests. FOLLOWERS OF JESUS BIBLE STUDY: “For all adults with developmental disabilities” - meets each month at the Pastoral Office of the Diocese, 5301 Tieton Drive. For information, call Michelle Wall at 965-4642. SPY EDGE: Is held Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., also in our Life Teen Room in the school for all Middle School students. Info.? Contact Shawn Exner at the Parish Office. CAUTION!! Unscrupulous people are breaking into cars parked on the on the streets and in our (and other) parking lots during Masses. DO NOT LEAVE ANY-THING VISIBLE IN YOUR CARS, MAKE SURE THEY ARE LOCKED (AND ALARMED)! We have video cameras on our lot and do send people out to patrol the lot, but we can’t be guarding the whole area every minute. Please be careful!! Please report any suspicious vehicles and always inform the police if your car is broken into. NEXT SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS: If you would like to prepare for Masses next weekend, the Scripture readings are: * Lv. 7, 1-7; *1 Cor. 10:31, 11:1; * Mk. 1, 40-45. ABUSE HOTLINE: Our Diocese has this private line for those wishing to report incidents of sexual abuse regarding clergy, diocesan employees or church volunteers at 1-888276-4490. VALENTINE BOXES: VOLUNTEER CHORE SERVICES: Each year with your help, VCS delivers a “Valentine Box” of food to help 70 of our low-income elders and low-income adults with disabilities deal with winter budgets. Next week there will be a decorated box to collect your generous donations of non-perishable food items (don’t forget to check the expiration date!) Cash donations to be used for purchasing fresh produce are also welcome and checks can be made out to Volunteer Chore Services. More information? Call Lou Ann at 965-7105. HEADS UP!! Lent is quickly approaching with Ash Wednesday only 1 1/2 weeks always on February 18th. Plan to make this Lent especially fruitful and prayerful!! SENIORS’ LUNCHEON: This event for our more mature parishioners will take place this Thursday, February 12tn, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. For reservations, please call Diana at 307-3165 or Yvonne at 457-8792 on Monday or Tuesday. All our more mature parishioners are invited to join us!! FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ONGOING ACTIVITIES: Spy Edge: Middle School Religious Education - Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. Call Shawn for information at 575-3713. Life Teen: Sundays: Mass at 7:00 p.m., Life Nite following. Prayer Line is open for your needs: LaDonna Schoengarth at 574-8194 and Yvonne Lane at 457-8792. Mother Teresa Grief Ministry: Call Barbara Calhoun at 4537816. Knights of Columbus: 1st Monday of each month - 7:00 p.m. - Cathedral Center (3rd floor of the School). Serra Club: Supporting Diocesan Religious Vocations - 2nd Wednesday of the month. Call Maggie at 452-7683. Ultreya: 2nd Monday of Month, 7:00 p.m.- Louis 452-4461 or Stephanie 949-5457. Y.L.I.: 2nd Thursday of Month, 7:30 p.m. - Knights of Columbus Hall 56th Avenue and Chestnut. C.D.A.: Meeting at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 56th Ave. and Chestnut. Contact Thereasa Trujillo at 910-1691. RCIA: Inquiry Sessions weekly on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Info? Call Colette Sattler at 457-4717. EVENING PRAYER: Mondays 5:30 p.m. - Chapel. ADULT EDUCATION: Call Barbara Calhoun 453-7816 or John Klingele 457-6085 coming up. HAVEN: Young Adult Ministry Center - 810 S. 16th Avenue. Tel. 1-402-214-8289 or steveneasterby@gmail.com For more information and events. E-MAIL: PLEASE E-MAIL YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS TO US AT parish@stpaulyakima.org FOR PARISH LETTERS AND NEWS. PARISH MAILINGS: Monthly Letter: We are preparing to send out another monthly letter. To cut down on increasing postage costs, we again ask you please to forward your e-mail addresses—Thank you!!