O R D E R O F C E L E B R A T I O N f o r

The Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph

The shepherds went in haste, and found Mary and Joseph and the Infant lying in a manger. (Luke 2:16)

T H E I N T R O D U C T O R Y R I T E S ENTRANCE O Come, All Ye Faithful

ADESTE FIDELES

PENITENTIAL ACT

I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do,

(and striking their breast, they say)

through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

KYRIE chant, Mass XVI Cantor, then All: Vatican Edition

1. & 3. Ky - ri - e, e - le - i - son.

2. Chri - ste, e - le - i - son.

GLORY TO GOD Congregational Mass Cantor: All: John Lee

Glory to God in the highest…………………… and on earth peace to peo - ple of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we a - dore ________ you, we glorify you, we give you thanks, for your ____ great glory. Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almight - y Fa - ther. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mer - cy on us, you take away the sins of the world, re - ceive ____ our prayer, you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mer - cy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High Je - sus Christ. with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father, A - - men.

GLORIA (11:00 am) Chant, Mass VIII

Gloria in excelsis Deo.

THE LITURGY OF THE WORD

FIRST READING Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 RESPONSORIAL PSALM Psalm 128 Cantor, then All: Owen Alstott

SECOND READING Colossians 3:12-21 ALLELUIA Murray

GOSPEL & HOMILY Luke 2:22-40 CREED

I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light,

true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,

(all bow through “and became man”) and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead

and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

PRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL

T H E L I T U R G Y O F T H E E U C H A R I S T MUSIC FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS “The Shepherds’ Farewell” from L’Enfance du Christ (11:00 am) Hector Berlioz

Thou must leave thy lowly dwelling, The humble crib, the stable bare. Babe, all mortal babes excelling, Content our earthly lot to share. Loving father, Loving mother, Shelter Thee with tender care!

Blessed Jesus, we implore Thee With humble love and holy fear. In the land that lies before Thee, Forget not us who linger here! May the shepherd’s lowly calling, Ever to Thy heart be dear!

Blest are ye beyond all measure, Thou happy father, mother mild! Guard ye your heavenly treasure, The Prince of Peace, the Holy Child! God go with you, God protect you, Guide you safely through the wild!

(All other Masses) Once in Royal David’s City

SANCTUS Jubilate Deo of Pope Paul VI Cantor: All: Sanctus, Mass XVIII

THE MYSTERY OF FAITH

All:

AMEN A Community Mass

All: Richard Proulx

T H E C O M M U N I O N R I T E

AGNUS DEI chant, Mass XVIII

Cantor: All:

Agnus Dei, * qui tol - lis pec - cá - ta mun - di: mi - se - ré - re no - bis. Agnus Dei, * qui tol - lis pec - cá - ta mun - di: mi - se - ré - re no - bis. Agnus Dei, qui tol - lis pec - cá - ta mun - di: do - na no- bis pa - cem.

Please kneel.

COMMUNION HYMN Angels We Have Heard on High GLORIA

1. Angels we have heard on high Sweetly singing o’er the plains, And the mountains in reply Echo back their joyous strains. Gloria in excelsis Deo!

2. Shepherd, why this jubilee?

Why your joyous strains prolong? Say what may the tidings be Which inspire your heav’nly song. Gloria in excelsis Deo!

3. Come to Bethlehem and see Him whose birth the angels sing; Come adore on bended knee Christ, the Lord, the newborn King. Gloria in excelsis Deo!

4. See him in a manger laid

Whom the angels praise above; Mary, Joseph, lend your aid, While we raise our hearts in love. Gloria in excelsis Deo.

SECOND COLLECTION & HYMN Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

MENDELSSOHN

1. Hark! the herald-angels sing: “Glory to the newborn King; Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!” Joyful, all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With th’angelic hosts proclaim: “Christ is born in Bethlehem!” Hark! the herald-angels sing: “Glory to the newborn King.”

2. Christ, by highest heav’n adored, Christ, the everlasting Lord;

Late in time behold him come, Offspring of the Virgin’s womb. Veiled in flesh the Godhead see! Hail th’incarnate Deity! Pleased as man with us to dwell; Jesus, our Emmanuel! Hark! the herald-angels sing: “Glory to the newborn King.”

3. Hail the heav’n-born Prince of Peace! Hail the Sun of Righteousness! Light and life to all he brings, Ris’n with healing in his wings. Mild he lays his glory by, Born that man no more may die, Born to raise us from the earth, Born to give us second birth. Hark! the herald-angels sing: “Glory to the newborn King.”

Acknowledgements: Excerpts from the English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours © 1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Glory to God in the Highest by John Lee, rev. by Ronald F. Krisman © 1970, 2011 by GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago, IL. Reprinted under OneLicense.net # A721549. All rights reserved. Psalm Responses: Music by Owen Alstott, copyright © 1977, 1990 by OCP, 5536 NE Hassalo, Portland, OR 97213. Reprinted with permission. Alleluia by Berthier, copyright © 1978, 1980, and 1981, Les Presses de Taize (France), GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago, IL, exclusive agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net # A721549. All rights reserved. “Amen” from A Community Mass by Richard Proulx, copyright © 1971, 2010, by GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago, IL. Reprinted under OneLicense.net # A721549. All rights reserved.

As we prepare to begin the New Year there are a few changes in parish staffing that I would like to announce.

First, Robert Carr has resigned as Director of Music. In addition to his love of music, Robert is a private pilot and has a great passion for flying. He has been accepted by the United States Navy Officer Candidate School where he will receive flight training which will ultimately lead to a commercial pilot’s license. This is a significant loss for our Cathedral Family. During his short time with us, Robert inaugurated our Diocesan Children’s Choir and

substantially grew our Adult Choir. While we will certainly miss his professionalism and expertise, we can at the same time be happy for him as he moves on to a new and exciting chapter in his life.

Robert is now at the mercy of the Navy’s schedule which means his last day at the Cathedral will be on December 31st. I am working with parish leadership to find an interim director who can fill in until we can have a formal search process. We are entering a very busy time of the year with Christmas, the Novena, Lent, and Easter. This busyness, combined with my health issues, means that I do not expect to begin a formal search for a permanent replacement until after the Easter season.

Second, Felizitas Martin has decided to retire. Her last night for cooking in the Rectory will be on December 30th. I am truly grateful for her dedication and care for the Cathedral priests over these past few years. I have begun an immediate search for her successor and will report back as the situation unfolds.

Third, a committee has been formed to hire a part time coordinator of religious education. We have a growing number of children in the parish and thus have a pressing need for someone to coordinate our current efforts and to provide an additional program for children in grades 3 through 6. I hope to have someone in place very soon.

Finally, I want to welcome another priest, Fr. Sean Thomson, to our parish family. Fr. Thomson is a priest of the Diocese of Fairbanks who is seeking incardination into the Diocese of Spokane. He is already familiar with the diocese as he has family living in Twisp. He will be in residence here while assisting at the parishes in Oakesdale and Tekoa in addition to some ministry here at the Cathedral as well. Please make Fr. Thomson feel welcome.

Lots of changes are on the horizon. Asking for the prayers of Our Lady of Lourdes for a smooth transition and blessings upon all those involved, I remain,

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Rev. Darrin Connall Rector

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Sunday 7:00 am - Special Intentions 9:00 am - Repose of the soul of Rev. Msgr. James M. Ribble, Ph.D 11:00 am - Cathedral Parishioners 5:30 pm - For the 4,000 babies aborted each day in the United States, for those poor babies’ souls, let us pray

Monday 6:30 am - Special Intentions 12:00 pm - Repose of the soul of Corey Lee

Tuesday

6:30 am - Repose of the soul of Rev. Msgr. James M. Ribble, Ph.D 12:00 pm - Repose of the soul of Rev. Msgr. James M. Ribble, Ph.D

Wednesday 6:30 am - Repose of the soul of Rev. Msgr. James M. Ribble, Ph.D 12:00 pm - Special Intentions for Alan Loiacono

Thursday 6:30 am - Repose of the soul of Rev. Msgr. James M. Ribble, Ph.D 12:00 pm - Special Intentions for David Murray

Friday

6:30 am - In memory of Frank P., Anna, Madeline & Lucille Leib 10:00 am - Birthday Blessings

Saturday 7:00 am - Special Intentions for Maggie F. & Dave Homer 4:00 pm - Repose of the soul of Don Kelly

The first reading today provides a challenging

blueprint for the good stewardship of our family

relationships. How do I measure up?

Sun.

Dec.

27th

Food Collection for Fr. Bach Haven Coffee & Donuts after the 9 & 11 am Masses

Mon.

Dec.

28th

6:30 pm Rosary Making in O’Connor Hall

Wed.

Dec.

30th

No Children’s Choir Rehearsal

Thurs.

Dec.

31st

5:30 pm Vigil Mass For the Holy Day

No Choir Rehearsal

Fri.

Jan.

1st

The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Holy Day of Obligation

Office Closed

First Friday

6:30 am Holy Day Mass

10:00 am Holy Day Mass

12:30 to 6:00 pm Adoration 1:00 pm First Fr iday Pinochle in O’Connor Hall

Sat.

Jan.

2nd

8:00 am Mar ian Prayer Group

Sat.

Jan.

3rd

Food Collection for Cathedral Plaza Coffee & Donuts after the 9 & 11 am Masses Children’s Liturgy of the Word during the 9

& 11 am Masses 10:00 am Pro-Life Ministry Meeting

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Join a Cathedral Community

Cathedral Communities (CC’s) are monthly small faith group communites of fellow Cathedral parishioners in your area of the map that meet for food, fellowship, and discipleship formation! All 35 CC’s are posted on the Cathedral’s Flocknote page. If you haven’t joined us on Flocknote yet you can either text SPOKANECATHEDRAL to 84576, or visit flocknote.com/SpokaneCathedral. Now you can go find the Cathedral Community closest to where you live and join!

Knights of Columbus 2nd

Sunday Breakfast

Please join us on Sunday, January 10th

after all morning Masses for breakfast featuring a menu including pancakes, scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, sausage, bacon, coffee & juice! Thank you, Parish, for all the support you give the Knights of Columbus, Council 14922!

Please join the members of the Knights of Columbus and their families on Sunday, Jan. 10th at 8:30 a.m. in the Cathedral as we honor our Blessed Mother by praying the Rosary.

Formed is the parish’s new online platform, allowing every parishioner to have 24/7 access to the best Catholic content on any device, including your computer, smartphone and tablet with internet access. With FORMED you’ll find video programs that explain the Catholic faith, explore the deepest meaning of marriage, receive Bible studies on a variety of topics and includes inspiring audio talks. It truly is the Catholic faith - on demand. Here’s how easy it is to get FORMED: Go to www.FORMED.org. You should see the registration box for parishioners. Type in the parish code (4AZW8N). Now set up a username and a password. Now you are all set to use all the great programs on FORMED.org anytime by simply logging in. If you have any questions please contact the Parish Office at 358-4290.

Cathedral Altar Society

The January envelope packet contains a purple envelope that is your opportunity to support and join the Cathedral Altar Society. This is the Cathedral’s oldest continuing organization, and it sponsors community building events, fundraisers, and opportunities for spiritual growth. Money that is donated throughout the year to the Altar Society is given back to the parish for fresh flowers on the altars of the Cathedral and other special projects

that are planned for the church. Everyone may join and help with the organized events of the Altar Society, or you may simply support the Altar Society with your membership envelope and receive the benefits of having a monthly Mass that is celebrated for the members on meeting days.

Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Wednesday, February 3 – Thursday, February 11

The Cathedral will present nine days of prayer, reflection, preaching, and music leading up to the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes on February 11, 2016. During this Novena, we will pray for all those who are seeking healing for themselves or in the life of a loved one. This healing could be spiritual, physical or emotional. Daily conferences will begin each evening at 5:15 p.m. and last for 45 minutes. Please mark your calendars and plan on joining us as we ask Our Lady’s intercession for all those who are hurting in any way.

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First Friday

This coming Friday, January 1st, is First Friday and a day to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In an appearance to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Our Lord promised that whoever receives Holy Communion on nine consecutive First Fridays will receive specific blessings. Among these blessings are the gift of final perseverance and the promise to receive the last Sacraments before death. Plan on joining your fellow parishioners this Friday at Noon Mass. Please note: First Friday Adoration hours

have been extended from 12:30 to 6:00 p.m.

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Natural Family Planning

A course in Natural Family Planning (NFP) will begin Friday, January 15th, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes, 1115 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. The scientifically-based Sympto-Thermal method (STM) will be taught in the context of Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Registration for the course is taken on line at: http://register.ccli.org/. The fee for materials and instruction is $130. Class dates (all Fridays at 6:30 pm) are: January 15th, February 19th, and March 18th. Questions? Visit www.live-the-love.org, or call 509-590-8576 / 509-768-1862.

Pro-Life Ministry

Bible Quote

For He chose us in Him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in His sight.

- Ephesians 1:4

Parking West Garage

That Parish Councils have made the decision not to renew our contract for Saturday Evening/Sunday Morning parking in the Parking West Garage. Unfortunately, the use was not enough to justify the cost. Effective January 1st, your Cathedral Parking Pass will no longer be valid.

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Heritage Roofing Immaculate Heart Retreat Center

January 22-24, 2016

“Living with Forgiving” Forgiveness Retreat

Charles Finck

Please register in advance or for more information: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net. Cost $192 per person, $294 per couple for the weekend, $107 per commuter with meals.

Ministry to the Sick

If you or a loved one is sick, please remember to place their intention on the parish prayer line by contacting Jane Schneider at 535-3737 or jschneider@mariah-group.com. In addition, if someone is facing a pending surgery or serious illness, it is very important to contact the Parish Office so that one of our priests can administer the Anointing of the Sick. A priest can come to your house, to the hospital, or meet you at the Church – it is just important to receive this sacrament of the Lord’s healing. “Are there any who are sick among you?

Let them send for the priests of the Church and let the priests

pray over them anointing them with oil…” (James 5:14)

Vigil Lights

The banks of vigil lights before the statue of St. Joseph and Our Lady of Guadalupe are an important part of our devotional life. As a practical matter, the lights are activated when an offering passes completely through the donation slot. If a bill does not pass completely through the slot, the lights cannot be activated. If you see that a bill is stuck in the slot, simply use a key or something similar to pass it through.

Holy Day of Obligation

January 1st is the Feast of Mary, Mother of God. Masses will be celebrated at 5:30 pm on December 31st and 6:30 am & 10:00 am on January 1st. Christ’s human and divine natures are inseparable; thus, when the Word became flesh to dwell among us, Mary became not merely the Mother of the human Jesus but the Mother of God, for it is God made flesh whom she bore. Join us in celebrating this great mystery of Our Lord Jesus Christ.