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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte The Most Reverend Peter J. Jugis Bishop of Charlotte JANUARY 27, 2019 Very Rev. Christopher A. Roux 3RD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

Rector & Pastor SUNDAY CYCLE: C — WEEKDAY CYCLE: I — PSALTER: WEEK III WEEKEND MASSES Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9 am, 11 am, and 12:30 pm

WEEKDAY MASSES Monday - Friday: 12:10 pm Friday (school year): 8:30 am Saturday: 8 am

HOLY DAY SCHEDULE 7:30 am, 12:10 pm, 7 pm

CONFESSION Thirty minutes before daily Masses Saturday: 4 - 5 pm Sunday: 10 - 11 am

ADORATION Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm Sunday: 10 - 11 am

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Closed Fridays during the summer

Mission Statement We the members of The Cathedral of St. Patrick, through the mercy of God the Father, the grace of Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit, seek to grow continually in knowledge of and love for God. We strive to enable ongoing conversion to Christ of our adults, to inspire faith in our children, and to be witnesses of His love in the greater community.

Address: 1621 Dilworth Road East, Charlotte, NC 28203 Phone: (704) 334-2283 Fax: (704) 377-6403 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stpatricks.org THIS WEEK AT THE CATHEDRAL DATE MASSES EVENTS 7:30 AM—Confession 8:00 AM Souls in Purgatory 9:00-12:00 PM—First Penance Workshop Saturday 5:30 PM Robert & Suzanne Eaton 2:00 PM—Wedding—Murphy/Laurie January 26 Requested by Cindy, daughter 4:00 PM—Confession 4:15—5:15 PM—Children’s Choir Practice 7:30 AM Pro Populo Sunday 9:00 AM Moses Wintering January 27 Requested by the Murphy Family 10:00—11:00 AM—Confession and Adoration 11:00 AM † Lawrence McAllister 10:15—11:30 AM—Faith Formation Classes 3rd Sunday of Requested by the Dignan Family 10:15—11:30 AM—Adult Group Study Ordinary Time 12:30 PM Manuel Garmilla, Sr. Requested by Terry Famely 11:30 AM—Confession Monday 12:10 PM Joshua H. Serbin 5:30 PM—Pietra Fitness Class January 28 Requested by Cindy Eaton 6:00-7:30 PM—Lector Training

Tuesday 12:10 PM Janice & Charles Taylor 11:30 AM—Confession January 29 Requested by Cindy Eaton 3:00—4:00 PM—Children’s Choir Practice 8:00 AM—7:00 PM—Adoration Wednesday 12:10 PM † Jennifer Deacy 11:30 AM—Confession January 30 Requested by Mike Fitzgerald 3:00—5:00 PM—Children’s Choir Practices 7:00—8:30 PM—RCIA 9:00 AM—Pietra Fitness Class 11:30 AM—Confession Thursday 12:10 PM Robert Potter Jr. 1:00—2:30 PM—Catholic Scripture Study January 31 Requested by Kathleen Potter 6:00 PM—Vigilia de oración por Nicaragua 7:15—9:15 PM—Cathedral Choir Practice 8:30 AM Nancy & Harry Fitzgerald Friday Requested by the Kennelly Family 11:30 AM—Confession 12:10 PM Paul Baker 8:00 PM—8:00 AM—Vigil of the Two Hearts February 1 Requested by the Borin Family (Mass, Holy Hour, Adoration) 8:00 AM Vigil of the Two Hearts intention 7:30 AM—Confession 8:00 AM P. David Grant 8:00 AM—First Saturday Mass Saturday Requested by the Bruck Family 11:00 AM—2:00 PM—Mass and Reception for February 2 5:30 PM Joe Neilson World Day of Consecrated & Religious Life Requested by St. Patrick’s 4:00 PM—Confession 4:15—5:15 PM—Children’s Choir Practice

7:30 AM Deacon Carlos Medina Sunday Requested by Cindy Eaton 9:00 AM † Lawrence McAllister 10:00—11:00 AM—Confession and Adoration February 3 10:15—11:30 AM—Faith Formation Classes Requested by the Reynolds Family 10:15—11:30 AM—Adult Group Study 4th Sunday of 11:00 AM Charles McQuarrie 1:30 PM—Baptism Ordinary Time Requested by family 12:30 PM Pro Populo

UPCOMING REPAIRS COUPLES NIGHT OUT Please take note that there will soon be repairs and On Saturday, February 9th at 6:30 pm, we'll be host- renewal made to the lighting fixtures in the Cathedral ing our annual Couples Night Out in the Family Life sometime prior to the start of Lent. We don’t have a Center Great Hall. All parish couples are invited to definitive start date for the project as of this moment, join us for an exquisite Valentine's feast featuring but it may begin as soon as February 4th. During the the legendary culinary prowess of our resident chef, time these repairs are taking place, the church will be Fr. Roux! The cost per couple is only $30, and free closed on weekdays from Monday through Thursday, childcare will be provided in our nursery. and Masses on those days will be offered in the Fam- ily Life Center Meeting Room (first floor). Confes- To RSVP, please sign up at: www.stpatricks.org/ sions, Adoration, and other activities will take place valentine, or fill out the registration form available in the Family Life Center during repairs. Weekend in this weekend’s bulletin and on all of the tables in Masses will not be affected. This project is being the Cathedral. funded by the Forward in Faith, Hope, and Love campaign. More details will be provided as they be- INTEGRATED CATHOLIC come available. Stay tuned for the start date. WOMEN’S RETREAT MASS FOR WORLD DAY All women (16+) are invited to join us on Saturday, OF CONSECRATED LIFE February 16, 2019 at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick for the 2nd Annual Integrated Catholic Woman Re- On Saturday, February 2nd at 11 am, Bishop Peter treat. This year's retreat will focus on "Restoration." Jugis will offer the annual diocesan Mass for the This one day mini-retreat is designed to assist you in World Day of Consecrated Life here in the Cathedral. preparing mentally, physically and spiritually for the This Mass is offered in honor of men and women re- Lenten season. We will be providing restorative ligious who have devoted their lives to the Lord. All nourishment for your Lenten journey with purpose- are welcome to attend. ful prayer, meditation, exercise, and nutrition strat- egy planning. Special guests include: Fr. Paul YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY McNulty, Betsy Hoyt, CPT, Pn1 of Pietra Fitness January 29th—Theology on Tap and Christine Wisdom, MS, LPC of Wisdom Inte- We are heading back to Tyber Creek at 7 pm grative Counseling. Breakfast & Lunch is included for Theology on Tap. Join us for food, drinks and with your registration fee of $100. some thoughtful insight from a guest speaker. The retreat will begin with Holy Mass at 8:00 am at February 7th—A.C.T.S. the Cathedral. We will meet in the Great Hall fol- Join us at the Cathedral for A.C.T.S.: Adoration, lowing Mass for the remainder of the day. The re- Confession, Talk and Social. We'll gather at 6:30 pm treat will conclude at 4 p.m. Register here and make for praise and worship music, adoration, Confessions, your checks payable to EDH Solutions, LLC., or pay and a brief talk. Then we'll head out for dinner and through the Venmo app @Betsy-Hoyt. Space is lim- drinks around 8 pm. ited! Do you have any questions? Contact Betsy Hoyt at: [email protected]. Register Facebook Group: “The Cathedral of St. Patrick - Young Adult Ministry” online at: www.stpatricks.org/integrated E-mail: [email protected] ST. ANN RIBS & WINGS PARISH SURVEYS Be the MVP at your Super Bowl Party! If you’d like to take our parish survey, please visit: www.stpatricks.org/parish-survey. Parents are also Takeout is available for St. Ann’s Babyback Ribs & encouraged to take our parent survey at: Angelo’s Wings fundraiser — complete dinners too! www.stpatricks.org/parent-survey. We greatly appre- Pre-order by January 28th and save money. ciate all of your feedback! Call John Heckmueller at 704-936-7312 for orders. FAITH FORMATION COOKBOOKS FOR SALE FOR CHILDREN Do you need that perfect gift for your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? The Cathedral of Saint Patrick has The Cathedral Faith Formation program is open to all produced our very own cookbook; a useful tome of children of registered parishioners of the Cathedral culinary treats to tantalize every taste bud. All reci- from Kindergarten through eighth grade. Faith For- pes are courtesy of your fellow St. Patrick parishion- mation meets Sunday mornings 10:15—11:30 am. ers. The cookbooks are available for $10 in the gift For more information, visit the parish website at shop, located on the first floor of the parish office. www.stpatricks.org/faith-formation-children or con- Purchase a copy today and help support your parish! tact Emily Clary at (704) 334-2283 ext. 413 or via e- mail: [email protected]

Upcoming Faith Formation classes: Jan. 27th; Feb. 3rd (Faith Alive), 10th, 24th FIRST COMMUNION PREPARATION Children ordinarily receive First Holy Communion in GET FORMED second grade. The Diocese requires a child participate in one full year of faith formation in a parish or FORMED is a revolutionary online platform that school setting before their First Holy Communion provides access to the best Catholic audio, talks, year. For more information, visit the parish website movies, e-books, and video-based studies. Visit at www.stpatricks.org/first-communion or contact www.formed.org, and enter our parish code: 192361 Emily Clary in the parish office at (704) 334-2283 to gain free access to this wealth of material. ext. 413 or via e-mail: [email protected] CONFIRMATION Confirmation for children is available to rising 9th EUCHARISTIC ADORATION grade students who have completed at least two years Every Wednesday from 8 am to 6 pm, of religious education. Classes meet twice a month Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is on Sunday, 10:15—11:30 am. For more information, held inside of the Cathedral. Please please visit www.stpatricks.org/confirmation or con- consider spending some time in quiet tact Jessica Martin in the parish office at (704) 334- prayer with our Lord. 2283 ext. 413 or via e-mail: [email protected].

Upcoming Confirmation Preparation classes: VIGILIA DE ORACIÓN Feb. 9th (retreat at Belmont Abbey), 10th, 24th Los jueves a las 6 pm, nos reunimos en la Catedral pa- RITE OF CHRISTIAN ra una Vigilia de Adoración INITIATION FOR ADULTS por la Paz y la Justicia en Nicaragua, que en estos The Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is a formation últimos meses está pasando program for adults interested in becoming Catholic. por momentos turbulentos y ataques físicos contra la Classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 7—8:30 Iglesia Católica, sus templos, y sus Obispos. Todos pm. For more information, visit the parish website at son bienvenidos a unirse a la Adoración, rezar el www.stpatricks.org/rcia or contact Jessica Martin in Santo Rosario, la hora santa de reparación, y the parish office at (704) 334-2283 ext. 413 or via e- terminando con la oración de exorcismo de San Mi- mail: [email protected] guel Arcángel. La vigilia es en español. Upcoming RCIA classes: Jan. 30th; Feb. 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Vigilias de enero: 31st; febrero: 14th, 21st, 28th WOMEN’S FITNESS SCRIPTURE STUDY

The Cathedral offers an exercise program for women Held every Thursday, 1:00—2:30 pm. called Pietra Fitness (www.pietrafitness.com). Pietra Upcoming Scripture Studies: Fitness is a unique ‘whole-person’ fitness program Jan. 31st; Feb. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th that integrates physical exercise with Christian prayer while drawing upon the rich and timeless tra- SERVER & LECTOR SCHEDULE ditions of the Church. In only one hour, you feel calmer, stronger, refreshed and renewed. Classes are JANUARY 26-27 offered at the Cathedral on Mondays 5:30-6:30 pm 5:30 PM Mass and Thursdays 9:00-10:00 am. Donation in justice of  Altar Servers: Somervilles $12/class or $50 for a 6 punch card. For more infor-  Lectors: Kathy Cornett, Quentin Salerno mation, e-mail Betsy Hoyt, Certified Pietra Fitness 7:30 AM Mass Instructor, at: [email protected]  Altar Servers: Hughes  Lectors: Bill Rusciolelli, Patti Reimler 9:00 AM Mass  Altar Servers: Wintering, McAllisters, Spisso  Lectors: Pam D’Costa 11:00 AM Mass  Altar Servers: Griffin, Cona  Lectors: John Arnett, Victoria Hall INTERCESSORY PRAYERS 12:30 PM Mass  Altar Servers: Guilfoyle PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS:  Lectors: Brett Keeter Dinis Anjos; †Tom Ashcraft; Bill Butler, son of Joan Barkley; Tom Carlisle; Elizabeth Chekal; Kristin FEBRUARY 2-3 Darden, daughter of Broderick family; Mark 5:30 PM Mass Ferreira; Don Halstead; Phillip Hatcher; Baby Nolan  Altar Servers: Somervilles Henderson; Conrad John; George Kaye; Rosellen  Lectors: Maggie Singletary, Catherine Horgan Kline; Harry Laughlin; Pat Loncar; Esther Martin; 7:30 AM Mass Michael McRae; Kevin Moran; †Jimmie Patrum;  Altar Servers: Felten Jean Perrone; Jon Henry Phares; Doug Ponischil;  Lectors: Bill Rusciolelli Mia Quintero, Josette Roisin; †Ethan Scott; Charlotte 9:00 AM Mass Sparks; Donna Wingert; Bill Youngblood, military  Altar Servers: Ma, Stevens, Phares servicemen & women.  Lectors: Blas Arroyo 11:00 AM Mass HAVE A PRAYER REQUEST?  Altar Servers: O’Connor, D’Costa Send an e-mail to our prayer ministry:  Lectors: John Arnett, Kelsey Biehler [email protected] with your 12:30 PM Mass request. The request will be added to  Altar Servers: Freeman our prayer chain and the intention will  Lectors: Chip Duncan remembered by our prayer team. Sim- ply email your contact information and INTERESTED IN SERVING . you’ll be added to the prayer list AS AN ALTAR SERVER OR LECTOR?

MASS INTENTIONS Contact the ministry leaders below for more infor- To schedule a Mass intention, please mation if you’re interested in serving. contact the parish office at (704) 334- 2283, or stop by in person. An indi- ALTAR SERVERS LECTORS vidual can have a Mass requested for Deacon Bruck Maggie Singletary someone living or deceased. [email protected] [email protected] STEWARDSHIP OF OUR TREASURES HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

Third Sunday of Ordinary Time

What are we, as Christian stewards, aiming to achieve by sharing our gifts and talents? We are aiming to follow in the footsteps of our Lord, furthering with His grace the mission He began 2,000 years ago. He declares in the Gospel reading from St. Luke COLLECTION FOR JANUARY 20 today what this mission is: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad REGULAR OFFERTORY tidings to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim lib- Loose Cash & Checks $1,562.00 erty to captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free….” Envelope Cash & Checks $6,064.00 Online Giving $5,460.53 What a noble purpose! What great dignity has been bestowed upon us, modern-day disciples, that we are TOTAL $13,086.53 called to this same task. Weekly Budget $15,833.33 In the week ahead, let’s take this mission to heart, ACTUAL TO BUDGET ($2,746.47) examining the way we can use our gifts and talents for this mission and asking ourselves what it looks SECOND COLLECTION like in our unique circumstances to “bring glad tid- Debt Reduction $416.03 ings to the poor,” “liberty to captives,” “sight to the blind” and “freedom to the oppressed.” Combined Mission Collection $2,426.00 It might feel uncomfortable at first. But the good 2018 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS news it you don’t have to do it all. Do your part, let Parishioner and former parishioners your brothers and sisters in the Body of Christ do who contributed $250.00 or more to theirs, and know that the Spirit of the Lord is upon us the parish during 2018 will receive all as we live out this stewardship way of life. donation statements prior to January 31st. Please check your mailboxes!

(Source: www.thecatholicsteward.com)

Scan the QR code to the right or visit www.stpatricks.org/online-giving Go to www.stpatricks.org for information on how for more information on how you can to sign-up for online giving today sign-up for online giving today! INTERESTEDINTERESTED ININ BECOMIBECOMINGNG AA MEMBERMEMBER OFOF THE CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PATRICK? Church membership is an obligation of discipleship and love that derives from being united with Christ. A person becomes a member of the Catholic Church through Baptism. At the Cathedral, active membership is a requirement for the celebration of a marriage or baptism, for one to be eligible to be a Godparent or Confor- mation sponsor, and for special benefits such as tuition subsidy at a Catholic school. There are certain mini- mum requirements for parish membership called the precepts of the Church. The following are three of those precepts and how the Cathedral of Saint Patrick looks upon them in relation to parish membership.

 ATTENDANCE AT WEEKLY MASS. The first precept of the Church requires the faithful to participate in the Eu- charistic celebration when the Christian community gathers together on the day commemorating the Resurrection of the Lord (CCC #2042) and on holy days of obligation (CCC #2043). Since the Cathedral’s weekly Mass attendance enve- lopes are the primary way we determine if parishioners are regularly attending Mass, parishioners must place their enve- lopes in the collection basket every Sunday regardless of whether one makes a financial contribution. If a parishioner gives online or prefers to place cash in the offertory basket, an empty Mass attendance envelope should still be placed in the basket with "I attended Mass" checked.

 RECEIPT OF THE SACRAMENTS. The third & fourth precept of the Church states the faithful must ensure preparation for the Eucharist by the reception of the sacrament of reconciliation at least once a year, and the reception of Holy Communion at least once a year during the Easter season (CCC #2042) and join in fast and abstinence during Lent.

 SUPPORT OF THE CHURCH. The fifth precept of the Church states that the faithful have the duty of providing for the material needs of the Church, each according to their

abilities in a regular, identifiable and meaningful way.

HOW TO REGISTER AT THE CATHEDRAL

To register as a parishioner of the Cathedral, please visit www.stpatricks.org/newcomers/register, or scan the QR code to the right, and complete the simple online form. Alternatively, paper registration forms may be found at each of the entrances to the Cathedral.

WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS

The following people have recently registered as parishioners of the Cathedral:

Trent and Diane Deguzis Mok Ksa

SAINTS OF THE WEEK Sunday, January 27: St. Angela Merici—Virgin Optional Memorial St. Angela Merici was born on March 21, 1474 in Desenzano, Italy. When she ten years old, Angela and her sister became or- phaned. Following the death of her sister, Angela pledged her life to God as a consecrated virgin and joined the Third Order of St. Francis. She regularly received visions which led her toward teaching young girls in her village. While making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 1524, she was struck blind while stopping on the island of Crete. Her sight was miraculously restored on her return from that trip at the very same spot where it was taken away. On November 25, 1535, Angela founded the Company of Saint Ursula with twelve other virgins, which later became the Order of the Ursulines. Members of this new teaching order lived a rule of life which included celibacy, poverty, and obedience. Throughout the remainder of her life, Angela and the Ursulines opened schools and orphanages, and worked to promote education for young girls.

Monday, January 28: St. Thomas Aquinas—Confessor and Doctor Memorial St. Thomas Aquinas was born in 1226 in Sicily, Italy as the son of the Count of Aquino. When he was five years old, Thomas was placed under the care of the Benedictines of Monte Cassino, where he excelled as a student. In 1243, he chose to devote himself fully to God, so he joined the Order of St. Dominic in Naples despite the strong protests of his family, who went so far as to tempt him with a hired woman. Thomas traveled to Cologne for studies, and later taught in that city. He became a priest, and then traveled to Paris where he befriended the king, St. Louis. In the 1260s, Thomas was summoned to Rome by Pope Urban IV, where he became the papal theologian and continued to teach. Thomas was offered numerous important positions and bishoprics, but he declined these honors. He wrote many works during in his life, including his masterpiece, the Summa Theologica, which was never completed as he died during its composition while traveling to the Council of Lyons. Quote: “Love is the source of all emotions.”

Tuesday, January 29: St. Gildas the Wise—Abbot St. Gildas was born around the year 517 in northern England to a noble family. Gildas lived for several years as a hermit on the Flatholm island where he practiced severe penances. He took on a strong interest in rebuking the moral laxity of corrupt leaders and rulers, and he often made his rebukes publicly through written works. In addition to writing, Gildas regularly traveled to preach the Gospel. He visited Ireland where he helped produce a multitude of conversions. Toward the end of his life, he founded a monastery in Rhuys, France. Wednesday, January 30: St. Aldegunais—Virgin and Abbess St. Aldegunais was born in Hainault, Flanders in the year 639. Both of her parents, Walbert and Ber- tila, were later recognized as saints by the Church. Aldegunais received several marriage proposals from would-be suitors, but she declined these offers and devoted her life to God. She received the religious veil from her bishop, and went on to found her own convent in Malbode located near the Sambre River. This convent later became Mauberge when it was taken over by the Benedictines. Al- degunais passed away after a battle with breast cancer in the year 684.

Thursday, January 31: St. John Bosco—Confessor Memorial St. John Bosco was born to a poor farming family in Becchi, Italy on August 16, 1815. Following his birth, he was consecrated to Our Lady by his mother. When he was two years old, his father passed away. Beginning about the age of five, John took on the task of tending the sheep to help his poor family. When he was nine years old, he began contemplating becoming a priest. He entered the seminary in 1835, and was ordained to the priesthood in 1841. He was sent to Turin, where he aided poor children. John regularly walked the streets, preaching to the kids he met. He fought to improve working conditions for young boys, and he, together with his mother, offered lodging for many young boys in poverty. In 1859, John founded the Salesian Society of St. Francis de Sales to assist boys in danger of trouble, and the Daughters of Mary, Help of Christians to help young girls. Quote: "It is most important that you choose your career with care, so that you may really follow the vocation that God has destined for you."

Friday, February 1: St. Brigid of Ireland—Virgin St. Brigid was born around the year 453 in Faughart, Ireland to a slave mother, and ended up living as a servant herself. After hearing St. Patrick preach as a young child, she spent the rest of her life caring for the poor. When Brigid gave away some of her father’s possessions to those in need, her father attempted to sell her as a slave to the King of Leinster. The king, however, was a Christian who recognized her great charity, and he convinced her father to grant her freedom. When her father tried to arrange a marriage for her, Brigid refused and made a vow of virginity. According to tradition, she prayed that her beauty be taken away so that the suitor would lose his interest, and it came to be. Later in her life, Brigid founded a monastery in Kildare called the “Church of the Oak,” and she created two monastic communities; one for men and one for women.

Saturday, February 2: St. Joan de Lestonnac—Widow St. Joan was born in Bordeaux, France on December 27, 1556. When she was seventeen years old, she entered into marriage and had four children with her husband, who passed away in 1597. When her children were fully grown, she entered the Cistercian monastery at Toulouse. In time, she began to suffer from health problems, so she ended up leaving that order. Joan returned to Bordeaux where she established her own religious order, the Congregation of the Religious of Notre Dame of Nor- deaux. This new community cared for plague victims and worked to fight the errors of Protestantism.

Events taking place around the Diocese of Charlotte CCWG MORNING REFLECTION—JAN. 29 RHEUMATOID ARTHRIS WORKSHOP—JAN. 31 All women of the Diocese of Charlotte are invited to A free Rheumatoid Arthritis Workshop is scheduled attend the Charlotte Catholic Women’s Group to take place at St. Matthew Catholic Church on (CCWG) Morning Reflection on Monday, January Thursday, January 31st. This event is being hosted 14th, at St. Vincent de Paul Church. Mass will be by Arthritis Services, Catholic Charities Elder Min- celebrated at 9AM. Coffee and a reflection at istry and St. Matthew Catholic Church. The guest 10:30AM in the Assembly Room behind the chapel. speaker will be Erin Siceloff, P.A. from the Arthritis Our Evening Reflection on Tuesday, January 29th, at and Osteoporosis Consultants of the Carolinas. Indi- Holy Trinity Middle School Chapel. Rosary at viduals interested in attending must registered by 6:30PM and reflection by Fr. Matlak at 7PM. RSVP January 28th. To register, sign up online at: for both events is requested via our website: http://abbvie.meintl.com/IGE01-DR01-19 www.charlottecatholicwomensgroup.org. or contact Sandra Breakfield at 704-370-3220.

MARIE MILLER CONCERT—FEB. 8 MARRIAGE RETREAT—FEB. 9-10 St. Matthew Catholic Church Young Adult Life will Leave your kids and all the household chores behind sponsor a Marie Miller concert on Friday, Feb. 8, and take off on a 25-hour marriage retreat with your 2019 in the New Life Center Banquet Room. Marie spouse, February 9-10 in the beautiful mountains of Miller shares her journey in the music industry and Hickory, North Carolina. Whether you are newly- how her Catholic faith plays a role in her music. The weds or have been married for decades, take some cost is $15 and includes drinks and appetizers. To time to relax and renew your connection with each pay visit www.stmatthewcatholic.org/mariemiller. other. Marriage is a lifelong adventure of growing together through every age and stage of life. The VINEYARD OF HOPE—FEB. 28 happiest couples are those who commit to learning Please join us for the Catholic Charities 16th Annual skills that help them weather difficult seasons and Vineyard of Hope, February 28, 2019 Crowne Plaza deal confidently with relationship challenges. The 25 Charlotte. Pre-event Reception: 5:30 pm.. Blessing of -hour marriage retreat will include reflections on the Meal: 6:45 pm. Come share an evening of com- marriage by Catholic couples with opportunities for passion and hope! To register, view sponsorship op- reconciliation, spiritual dialogue, Mass, and adora- portunities, or become a table host visit us online at tion with a Legion of Christ priest. The retreat has www.ccdoc.org/vineyardofhope or email Amy been designed to be a quiet and reflective time for Loesch at [email protected]. couples to focus on God and each other. The cost is $315/per couple. Accommodations, meals & materi- MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM—FEB. 28 als are provided. For more information and to regis- Join us for an evening of conversation as we bring ter, go to www.rcgreatercharlotte.com. anxiety, depression, and bi-polar disorder “into the light” on Thursday, February 28, at 6:30 pm in the St. LIVING WITH DIABETES CLASS Gabriel sanctuary (3016 Providence Road). We’ll A free “Living Healthy with Diabetes” class is set to listen to the stories of community members through begin on Mondays, March 11th – April 15th from videos from the Compass & Light documentary se- 1:00 – 3:30 PM at Our Lady of Consolation. Classes ries, accompanied by a panel discussion with mental are FREE, but pre-registration is required. The dead- health professionals including Justin Perry and Jona- line to register is Monday, February, 25th. Class is than Hetterly. Connect with local agencies that pro- limited to 14 participants. To register, contact San- vide mental health services, and continue the conver- dra Breakfield at 704-370-3220 or email sation over dessert and coffee. No RSVP needed. [email protected].

PPARISHARISH SSTAFFTAFF PPARISHARISH MMINISTRIESINISTRIES Very Rev. Christopher A. Roux, Adoration Knights of Columbus Pastor and Rector Doris Kasprak www.kofc770.org Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 428 Altar Guild Lectors Rev. Christopher Bond, Parochial Vicar Jacqueline Stevens Maggie Singletary Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 422 Altar Servers Prayer Ministry Rev. Mr. Paul Bruck, Deacon Deacon Paul Bruck Doris Kasprak [email protected] [email protected] Email: [email protected] Christmas Dinner Respect Life Ministry Rev. Dr. Brian McNulty, Deacon Charlie O’Connor Tina Witt Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Carlos Medina, Deacon Cub Scouts Ushers Email: [email protected] John Quinn Deacon Carlos Medina [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Christopher Bruck, Receptionist Email: [email protected] Homeless Shelter Young Adult Ministry Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 410 Bryan Cannon [email protected] [email protected]

Mrs. Emily Clary, Faith Formation K-8 Junior Altar Guild Email: [email protected] Shannon Bruck Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 413 [email protected]

Dr. Gianfranco DeLuca, Director of Music Email: [email protected] SSOCIALOCIAL MMEDIAEDIA Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 425

Facebook Twitter Mrs. Mim Hinson, Receptionist @stpatrickcathedral @stpatcathedral Email: [email protected]

Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 410 YouTube Instagram stpatricks.org/ @stpatrickcathedral youtube Mrs. Debra Lemmon, Business Manager Email: [email protected] Parish Web Site: www.stpatricks.org Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 427

Mrs. Elizabeth Loeber, Bookkeeper Email: [email protected] Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 421

Mrs. Jessica Martin, Adult Formation Email: [email protected] Phone: (704) 334-2283 ext. 413

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