CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

TODAY’S READINGS here two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” (Matthew 18:20) What a beautiful image: Jesus himself is with us

when we come together in his name, sharing our faith in him! But this is more than just a beautiful image that comforts us. It’s also a profound truth that challenges us. If Jesus is in our midst, what does that say about the way we should treat each other? Gathering “in Christ’s name” is like coming together for the weekly family meal—only on a much grander scale! It’s a time to share our lives together with Jesus in our midst. And it’s also a time to remember that we are called to love each other, to take up a concern for one another’s well-being. Remembering this focus on family relationships can help us put into practice Jesus’ teachings about helping a brother or sister who has turned away from the Lord. It will remind us that Jesus wasn’t giving a set of procedural rules on dealing with the lapsed. Rather, he was describing an attitude of heart—a attitude of love and compassion, not of harsh correction or condemnation. When you find yourself in a situation where you can help someone who has wandered from the Lord, remember that God wants you to see that other person through his eyes. Here is a son or daughter who has been created for intimacy with him. Here is someone who is infinitely loved. Here is someone on whom God wants to pour his grace and mercy. Let these truths guide the way you relate to that person. Let Jesus’ love, flowing from your heart, touch that person’s life. Let his mercy and compassion help you find the words to speak—or lead you to silent intercession. Let his Spirit give you wisdom! “Thank you, Father, for calling me into your family. Teach me how to reach out to my loved ones in a way that unites us all in love, reverence, and peace.”

Taken from The Word Among Us, September 2011, Vol. 30, Number 8:

Used with permission.

THIS WEEK’S READINGS Sunday 4th Ez 33:7-9 / Rom 13:8-10 / Mt 18:15-20 Monday 5th Col 1:24–2:3 / Lk 6:6-11 Tuesday 6th Col 2:6-15 / Lk 6:12-19 Wednesday 7th Col 3:1-11 / Lk 6:20-26 Thursday 8th Mi 5:1-4 / Mt 1:1-16,18-23 The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Friday 9th 1 Tim 1:1-2,12-14 / Lk 6:39-42 St. Peter Claver Saturday 10th 1 Tim 1:15-17 / Lk 6:43-49 Sunday 11th Sir 27:30–28:7 / Rom 14:7-9 / Mt 18:21-35

LAS LECTURAS DE HOY primera vista parecería que Mateo explicaba las normas del tribunal criminal judío. La declaración de un solo testigo era insuficiente;

se necesitaba la declaración de dos o más testigos (véase Deuteronomio 19,15).

Pero lo que dijo Jesús no tenía la intención de establecer una base jurídica para expulsar de la comunidad cristiana a un pecador impenitente. Si bien es cierto que puede haber circunstancias en las cuales se requiera tal acción, a fin de mantener la santidad y la integridad de la comunidad (véase 1 Corintios 5,1-5), el principal interés del Señor era restaurar al pecador a la gracia y a la comunidad, no excluirlo. Jesús le confirió a todo el Cuerpo de Cristo (la Iglesia) uno de los poderes que previamente le había dado a Pedro (véase Mateo 16,19). Dado que cometer pecado es separarse de Dios, dicha acción destruye la comunión entre el hombre y Dios, y entre el creyente y la comunidad cristiana. De manera que el pecado produce un efecto destructivo no solo en quien lo comete, sino también en el resto de la comunidad. Por consiguiente, es preciso proteger a la comunidad y hacer lo posible para restaurar el pecador a la gracia. Por consiguiente, el propósito de oír a los testigos es principalmente llevar al culpable al arrepentimiento y restaurar el cuerpo, y no el de presentar pruebas a fin de acusar y expulsar al que ha caído. Jesús dijo: “Donde dos o tres se reúnen en mi nombre, allí estoy yo en medio de ellos”. Cuando el cuerpo, o sea la comunidad, está reunida en nombre de Jesús, Él está presente y le confiere al cuerpo una porción de su propia santidad. El objetivo principal de los testigos es, pues, demostrar el amor de Cristo y su interés por la rehabilitación de la persona. De esta forma se conserva la santidad del cuerpo, y el pecador se reintegra a la comunidad de sus hermanos y hermanas.

“Señor Jesús, concédeme la gracia de percibir claramente tu presencia en la Iglesia y en mi parroquia. Hazme ver de qué manera mi falta te ofende a Ti y debilita la vida del cuerpo. Dame la gracia de arrepentirme de todas mis faltas, pecados y errores para que tu santidad se refleje en la Iglesia.”

Escogida con el permiso de La Palabra Entre Nosotros, Vol.

30, Número 5: Agosto/Septiembre 2011.

LABOR DAY On Monday, September 5, the Cathedral will open at 7:30am and close at 1pm in observance of Labor Day, a Federal holiday. Masses that day will be celebrated at 8am and 12:10pm with no Confessions, and the parish offices will be closed. The 7am weekday Mass will resume on Tuesday, September 6 after the annual hiatus in July and August.

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TWENTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

WELCOME! If you are a visitor to the Cathedral, we want you to know how welcome you are—whether you have come from  another  part  of  the  country,  from  across  the world, or  from another parish here in the Archdiocese or  across  the  river. Thank  you  for  praying with  us. Thank you also for your generosity, which helps us to celebrate our  liturgies  in a  fitting and beautiful way, and to offer a wide range of services to needy people in the Washington, DC area. Enjoy your visit! 

HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) – FOR ADULTS

Classes in the Fall semester of the ESL Program will be held from September 13 to November 17 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30pm, with tutoring from 6 to 6:30pm. Students may register on Wednesday, September 7 or Thursday, September 8 between 6:30 and 8pm at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. At registration, each student will be assessed to determine the appropriate class level. Student registrations will be accepted until September 29. The cost is $40. For more information, email stmattseslprogram@gmail.com.

SPANISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (SSL) - FOR ADULTS

This September, St. Matthew’s will launch a Spanish as a Second Language (SSL) Program, with instruction at Level I. Classes in the inaugural semester of this program will be held from September 13 to November 17 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30pm, with optional pre-class tutoring between 6-6:30pm. While preference for admission will be given to parishioners engaged in a Church ministry at St. Matthew’s or another Archdiocesan parish, admission may be granted to other parishioners if space is available. Students may register on Tuesday, September 6 between 6:30 and 8pm at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. The cost is $40, plus $35 for the textbook that will be used during the semester. For more information, email stmattsclasesdespanol@gmail.com.

SPECIAL MASSES NEXT WEEKEND

The annual archdiocesan celebration and blessing of human labor will be celebrated on Saturday, September 10 at the 5:30pm Vigil Mass. Bishop Francisco González, S.F. will be the celebrant and homilist. Msgr. Jameson will celebrate a Memorial Mass marking the tenth anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon at 11:30am on Sunday, September 11. All are welcome to both Masses in the Cathedral.

ST. MATTHEW’S 2012 PILGRIMAGE

SPAIN ♦ PORTUGAL

HAVE YOU BEEN TO FATIMA? Msgr. Jameson invites you to join him and fellow parishioners and friends on a fabulous pilgrimage to Madrid, Fatima and Lisbon in April 2012!

Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! The itinerary is designed to showcase the best of Madrid while affording you time to explore the city at your leisure. Spend time at the famous site in Fatima where Our Lady appeared six times to Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco and take time to reflect and pray. Finally, discover interesting, artsy and unique parts of Lisbon and hip surrounding towns. Experience all of this as you get to know your pastor and fellow pilgrims and make new friends. The group will leave Washington on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, and return on Sunday, April 22, 2012. Enroll by January 15, 2012.

For more information, make plans to attend the Information Session on Saturday, September 10 at 6:45pm in the West Conference Room or pick up a brochure in the rectory. You may also call Msgr. Jameson at 202-347-3215.

CATHEDRAL CALENDAR September 4 – September 11

SUNDAY—A second collection for Cathedral maintenance is taken at all Masses.

MONDAY—Labor Day, a Federal holiday. Masses are celebrated at 8am and 12:10pm with no Confessions. The Cathedral opens at 7:30am and closes at 1pm. The parish offices are closed.

TUESDAY—El Grupo de Oración en Español se reunirá a las 7 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste.

The Parish Council meets at 6:45pm in the East Conference Room.

WEDNESDAY—Breaking Open the Word meets at 7pm in the West Conference Room.

SATURDAY—Fr. Hurley’s Bible Study on the Prophetic Books begins at 10:30am in the East Conference Room.

Bishop Gonzalez celebrates the Mass for Blessing of Human Labor at 5:30pm.

SUNDAY—The Health & Wellness Fair is held in the North and East Conference Rooms from 10am until 3pm.

Always Our Children meets in the West Conference Room at 3:30pm. Msgr. Jameson at 11:30am celebrates a Memorial Mass marking the tenth anniversary of the attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Center.

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

FAITH FORMATION

BOOK CLUB—THE GIFT OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II Please join the St. Matthew's Book Club on Monday, September 12 at 6:45pm when they will discuss The Gift of Blessed John Paul II by Donald Cardinal Wuerl. In his new book, Cardinal Wuerl explores Blessed John Paul II’s teachings and life through an examination of his fourteen encyclicals and seven apostolic exhortations. Cardinal Wuerl illuminates the pope’s teachings and applies them to everyday life. The Book Club will meet in the West Conference Room, located in the alleyway next to the Cathedral. For more information, contact Paul Zummo at pzummo@gmail.com.

BECOMING CATHOLIC

Throughout the year, adults come forward seeking to learn about the Catholic faith. For those who are interested in learning about the Catholic faith or thinking about becoming Catholic, St. Matthew’s offers Inquiry, a casual, ongoing conversation about the Catholic faith, once a month. Inquiry is the first step in the process of discerning one’s commitment to full initiation in the Catholic Church. Inquiry meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30pm in the East Conference Room. A brief overview of the entire adult initiation process (RCIA), which begins formally in June each year, can be presented after Inquiry for those who are interested. The next Inquiry will be held Wednesday, September 14. For more information, contact Heather Kinney at hkinney@stmatthewscathedral.org.

WHAT IS A PARISH MISSION?

A parish mission is a time for our whole parish to come together to reflect on the Word of Go d, pray together, and nurture a deeper faith and a deeper sense of community. A parish mission is a preaching event held over a period of consecutive days around a particular theme. It includes special preaching at weekend Masses as well as evening times for prayer, reflection, music and hospitality. A parish mission is an excellent opportunity for those seeking spiritual renewal, providing the space and time to look at your life, values and direction. St. Matthew’s parish mission will be Saturday, September 17 through Tuesday, September 20. (See bulletin insert for details.) Join us!

SPONSORS NEEDED FOR RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

Being an RCIA sponsor is an opportunity to share your faith and time with an individual who is discerning joining the Catholic Church. A sponsor is a companion, a representative of the faith community who models how to live the faith in daily life and meets with her/his catechumen or candidate to discuss their faith journeys. Sponsors themselves often report learning something new about their faith through the process. We have more than twenty women and men who have begun the RCIA process this summer. Each of them will need a sponsor. We are in particular need of young adults to serve as sponsors. To learn more, please contact Heather Kinney at hkinney@stmatthewscathedral.org.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

Are you: 1) an unbaptized adult who would like to become Catholic? 2) an adult baptized in another Christian denomination who wishes to profess your faith as a Catholic Christian? 3) a baptized adult Catholic who would like to complete your initiation in the Catholic Church? Please contact Heather Kinney at hkinney@stmatthewscathedral.org to inquire about the process of learning more about the Catholic faith and preparing for the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.

NEWS & NOTES

ALWAYS OUR CHILDREN Always Our Children, St. Matthew’s Gay and Lesbian Ministry, will hold a confidential support group meeting on Sunday, September 11 in the West Conference Room from 3:30 until 5:15pm. Parents of gay and lesbian individuals are especially encouraged to attend. If you have any questions please contact Msgr. Jameson at 202-347-3215 or alwaysourchildren @verizon.net.

NOVENA FOR FULLER

PARTICIPATION IN THE EUCHARIST

All are invited to join in praying a Novena for Fuller Participation in the Sacrament of the Eucharist on Monday evenings beginning September 12, after the 5:30pm Mass, in front of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. A booklet of novena prayers will be available.

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY HAPPY HOUR

Are you a young Catholic who is interested in being more involved at St. Matthew’s? Would you like to meet other young Catholic adults? Join us on Friday, September 16, 6-8 pm, at James Hoban's Irish Restaurant and Bar in Dupont Circle!

VOCATIONS

RUN FOR VOCATIONS Join the St. Matthew’s team as they prepare to “Run for Vocations” in the Marine Corps Marathon/10K on Sunday, October 30. The RFV is a great way to raise awareness about the gift of vocations and support the formation of our seminarians. No experience is necessary. If you are interested, contact Andrew Wakefield at andrewtwakefield@gmail.com.

TWENTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Domingo 4 Ez 33:7-9 / Rom 13:8-10 / Mt 18:15-20 Lunes 5 Col 1:24–2:3 / Lc 6:6-11 Martes 6 Col 2:6-15 / Lc 6:12-19 Miércoles 7 Col 3:1-11 / Lc 6:20-26 Jueves 8 Mi 5:1-4 / Mt 1:1-16,18-23 La Natividad de la Santísima Virgen María Viernes 9 1 Tim 1:1-2,12-14 / Lc 6:39-42 San Pedro Claver Sábado 10 1 Tim 1:15-17 / Lc 6:43-49 Domingo 11 Sir 27:30–28:7 / Rom 14:7-9 / Mt 18:21-35

FAITH IN ACTION

SINGLE SERVINGS OF SERVICE

Operated by the Missionaries of Charity, the Gift of Peace Convent is a residence for the homeless and terminally ill, including persons with AIDS. On Saturday, September 10 from 9am to Noon, St. Matthew's parishioners and friends will visit the convent to help the sisters in any way they need, including sweeping and cleaning. Gift of Peace is located in Northeast Washington, DC. If you are interested, send an email to stmattservice@gmail.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – ESL TEACHERS, TUTORS

& PERSONS OF HOSPITALITY We are looking for volunteers to serve as teachers, tutors, and persons of hospitality one night per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) in our Fall semester of the ESL Program, which will run from September 13 to November 17 (see page two). While volunteers are not required to have formal training in teaching English as a second language, we expect their native language to be English. Classes will be taught in English only. If you do not feel comfortable teaching a class on your own, we can pair you with a more experienced teacher. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the ESL Program Coordinator at stmattseslprogram@ gmail.com.

PEREGRINACIÓN DE SAN MATEO 2012 ESPAÑA ♦ PORTUGAL

¿HA ESTADO USTED EN FÁTIMA? Mons. Jameson les invita a que se unan a él y a otros feligreses y amigos de San Mateo a un ¡viaje fabuloso de peregrinación a Madrid, Fátima y Lisboa en Abril de 2012!

¡Esta es una oportunidad de una vez en la vida! El itinerario está designado a mostrar lo mejor de Madrid dejando tiempo libre para explorar a su propio paso. Pase tiempo en el lugar famoso de Fátima donde Nuestra Señora se apareció seis veces a Lucia, Jacinta y Francisco, con tiempo para reflexión, y oración. Finalmente, descubrir partes

interesantes de Lisboa y ciudades de los alrededores. Experimente todo esto, al mismo tiempo que conoce a sus compañeros peregrinos y hace nuevos amigos. El grupo saldrá de Washington, el miércoles 11 de abril de 2012, y regresará el domingo 22 de abril de 2012. La fecha final para inscribirse será el 15 de enero, de 2012. Para más información, venga a la sesión informativa, el sábado 10 de septiembre, a las 6:45 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste o recoja un folleto en la rectoría. También pueden llamar a Mons. Jameson al 202-347-3215.

NOTICIAS DE LA PARROQUIA

PRÓXIMAMENTE El lunes 5 de septiembre, es la Fiesta del Trabajo. La Catedral abrirá a las 7:30 de la mañana y cerrará a la 1:00 de la tarde. Las misas serán a las 8:00 de la mañana y 12:10 del mediodía. No habrá confesiones ese día. La rectoría estará cerrada.

CLASES DE INGLÉS PARA ADULTOS

El nuevo semestre de inglés comienza el martes 13 de septiembre hasta el jueves 17 de noviembre. Las clases serán de 6:30 a 8:30 de la noche. Nuevos alumnos necesitan venir el miércoles y jueves, 7 y 8 de septiembre, entre las 6:30 y 8:00 de la noche, en el Centro Educativo St. Matthew, que queda en el 1726 de la calle N, y deberán tomar un examen que determinará el nivel de clase que les corresponde. El costo es de $40 por el programa de 10-semanas. Para más información, contactar al Coordinador de ESL al siguiente correo electrónico stmattseslprogram@gmail.com.

MISAS ESPECIALES EL PRÓXIMO FIN DE SEMANA El sábado 11 de septiembre, la Catedral de San Mateo ofrecerá una Misa a las 5:30de la tarde en conmemoración de la Fiesta del Trabajo. Esta misa será presidida por el Obispo Francisco González, S.F. Mons. Jameson celebrará una Misa conmemorando el décimo aniversario de los ataques contra el World Trade Center y el Pentágono el domingo 11 de septiembre a las 11:30 de la mañana. Todos son bienvenidos.

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, September 4 5:30pm (vigil) – Ester Mendez

7am – Patrick McCartney 8:30am – Ezekiel Muganda

10am – Brian Lenihan 11:30am – Donald & Helen Vincent

1pm – Miembros de la familia Benavides 5:30pm – Orange Cauthen

Monday, September 5 8am – Américo Meleán

12:10pm – Patrick & Anne McEvoy

Tuesday, September 6 7am - Josephine Klug Kuhn

8am – Ed Korn 12:10pm – Alphonse & Mary Di Battista

5:30pm – Lauren T. Giddings

Wednesday, September 7 7am – Thomas Fuentes (living)

8am – Conchita 12:10pm – Joseph Di Battista

5:30pm – James Sweeney

Thursday, September 8 7am – John Charles Sanchez

8am – Sister M. Petra Nielsen (living) 12:10pm – Mario & Norma Di Battista

5:30pm – Gerald Curd

Friday, September 9 7am – Andrew Wakefield (living)

8am – Hernando Díaz 12:10pm – Laura de Avila

5:30pm – Mr. O’Reilly

Saturday, September 10 8am – Christopher E. Grodecki (living)

12:10pm – Joe & Josephine Rozich 5:30pm – Guerrero De Lima

Sunday, September 11 7am – Stabat Mater Prayer Apostolate

(living) 8:30am – Mr. Manuel Pabico 10am – John & Jane Gagat

11:30am – Conchita 1pm – Ernestina Peña

5:30pm – All Parishioners

To arrange a Mass intention, speak to our receptionist in the Rectory.

There is no fee but an offering is customary. Intentions are reserved in advance so particular dates may

be unavailable.

MARRIAGES Couples who are interested in celebrating the Sacrament of Marriage at the Cathedral are encouraged to visit the parish website to review our guidelines for weddings. The next step is to call the Rectory at 202-347-3215 and ask for the priest of your choice or the priest on duty, who can speak to you about marriage preparation and the possibility of scheduling your wedding ceremony at the Cathedral. Couples are expected to contact us at least nine (9) months in advance of the date on which they hope to celebrate their wedding.

BAPTISMS Parents who wish to have their child baptized at the Cathedral should contact the Baptismal Coordinator, at the Rectory at 202-347-3215 x555. Parents are encouraged to make contact with us at least six (6) months in advance of a desired baptismal date, at which time they can ask for the priest of their choice to perform the Baptism. This early contact enables parents to be scheduled for the necessary sacramental formation session before the child’s baptism and allows time for sponsors to obtain letters from their parish pastor.

VISITS & PILGRIMAGES

Individuals, families and groups from around the country and around the world visit the Cathedral to join us in prayer, at Mass or to celebrate Mass in one of our chapels. We invite you to plan a visit or pilgrimage to our Cathedral—all are welcome. Once you have a date in mind, let us know so we can arrange to accommodate you. Contact us at 202-347-3215 x512 or 202-587-5143 or mhurley@stmatthewscathedral.org.

TOURS Visitors are invited to schedule a tour of the Cathedral or to do a self-guided tour using the color brochures available at the inside entrance to the Cathedral. Tours are given free of charge. Donations to the Cathedral are always appreciated and may be given to your tour guide or to our receptionist at the Rectory. To schedule a tour, contact us at 202-347-3215 x512 or 202-587-5143 or mhurley@ stmatthewscathedral.org.

GIFT ITEMS St. Matthew's is pleased to offer a new, 48-page souvenir book on our beautiful Cathedral church written by Richard Schmidt and Claudia Rousseau, with Joseph Carey, Nancy McKinley and Elizabeth Sullivan. It features the Cathedral's history, art and architecture vividly portrayed through photographs by local photographer, Neil Greentree.

Also available are sets of six note cards picturing the art of the Cathedral, boxed sets of ten Christmas cards featuring St. Matthew's Crèche, Christmas ornaments and several CD recordings of the Cathedral’s Schola Cantorum.

Items are available for purchase in the Rectory during office hours. Unless otherwise indicated in this bulletin, the Rectory is open Monday through Thursday from 9am until 8pm and Friday through Sunday from 9am until 4pm. You also may order items by contacting us at 202-347-3215 x 517 or at gharrington@ stmatthewscathedral.org. MasterCard and Visa are accepted.

Please check our parish website regularly for updates on liturgies

and events at St. Matthew’s!

www.stmatthewscathedral.org

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*All services are FREE with the exception of the following

‐ Cholesterol screening ($15)‐ Flu vaccine ($25)  ‐ Pneumonia vaccine ($65) 

The Faith Formation Committee presents:

FIVE WEEKS ON THE PROPHETIC BOOKS

Time: 10:30 to 11:45am (Consider staying for our 12:10pm Mass afterward.)

Dates: Saturdays, September 10, 17, 24 & October 8, 15 Place: East Conference Room on 9/10, 9/17 & 10/15

West Conference Room on 9/24 & 10/8 Facilitator: Father Jack Hurley

Join us as we explore the Prophets of the Old Testament. Particular attention will be given to Amos, Hosea, Isaiah,

Jeremiah & Ezekiel.

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Please bring a Bible and your own morning beverage. Homemade coffee cake will be provided.

NO RSVP NECESSARY & NO COST TO ATTEND

ALL ARE WELCOME!

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Contact: Heather K nney, Director of Faith Formation,

hkinney@stmatthewscathedral.org

The John Carroll SocietyLecture Series

Culture Cries Out for Christ:Evangelizing Today’s Society

A Talk by Acclaimed Author and TheologianFather Robert Barron

Tuesday, September 13, 6:45 p.m.(Reception to follow)

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle1725 Rhode Island Avenue, NW

Washington, DC (Farragut North Metro)

Admission Free - www.johncarrollsociety.org - 301-654-4399

Parish Mission

THE GIFT YOU HAVE RECEIVED, GIVE AS A GIFT: SHARING THE

GRACE OF THE SACRAMENTS

CATHEDRAL OF ST. MATTHEW THE APOSTLE

1725 Rhode Island Ave NW

Washington DC 20036 202-347-3215

www.stmatthewscathedral.org

Metro: Red Line to Farragut North or Dupont Circle

Parking: limited street parking in front of Cathedral (metered

before 6:30pm) or public garage next to Cathedral ($7

per hour before 4pm/$14 daily max, $5 flat fee after 4pm and

on Sunday)

Free & open to the public No RSVP necessary

Contact: Heather Kinney, Director of Faith Formation,

hkinney@stmatthewscathedral.org or 202-347-3215, x530

Saturday, September 17-Tuesday, September 20

Join us for:

• Preaching at 5:30pm Vigil Mass on Saturday and at 7am,

8:30am, 10am, and 11:30am Masses on Sunday

• Evening reflections at 7pm Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday in the Cathedral with light receptions to follow in the North Conference Room

Sunday – Sharing the Grace of Baptism: Communion with God

Monday – Sharing the Grace of Confirmation: The Spirit for Others

Tuesday – Sharing the Grace of Eucharist: A Way of Life

For those who cannot attend Monday and Tuesday evenings, join us for afternoon reflections following the 12:10pm Mass both days in the Cathedral.

The evening session on Tuesday will include the celebration of the Eucharist.

Presented by Redemptorist Father Kevin J. O’Neil

Originally from Kingston, New York and ordained in 1981, Fr. O’Neil holds a doctorate in sacred theology from the Alphonsian Academy in

Rome. Since 1992, he has been teaching at Washington Theological Union, where he is associate professor of moral theology. Fr. O’Neil is a noted

author and frequent preacher at retreats and parish missions.