December 9, 2015

Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy:

For the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, Pope Francis is granting indulgences to people who visit four papal basilicas or a cathedral where they live; to anyone who “performs just one of the tradi- tional works of mercy;” and also to prisoners, those suffering from illness, or elderly people who at- tend Mass or pray wherever they can.

The Year of Mercy in the Archdiocese of Miami: The following churches in the Archdiocese will have a designated Holy Door:

 St. Mary Cathedral

 Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea

 Our Lady of Charity National Shrine

 Gesu Catholic Church

 St. Anthony Catholic Church

 Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church The opening of the Holy Door is scheduled for Dec. 13 at St. Mary Cathedral at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Thomas Wenski. The same day all other Holy Doors in the Arch- diocese of Miami will open.

New appointments:

 Rev. John Mary Pérez, SOLT, was appointed Chaplain of Catholic Hospice, effective Nov. 9, 2015.

Requiescat in pace: † Fr. Ignacio Carbajales, a retired incardinated priest of the Archdiocese of Miami passed away on Oct. 22, 2015. Fr. Crabajales worked with the Cuban community for many years and in several par- ishes of the archdiocese including St. John the Apostle Church, St. Brendan Church and as Parochial Vicar of St. Cecilia Church. † Joseph “Joey” Marino, brother of Fr. Christopher Marino, passed away on Nov. 21, 2015. Please keep Fr. Marino and his family in your prayers. † Mrs. Maria Galindo, mother of Mother Foundress of the Sisters of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary, Mother Adela Galindo, SCTJM, passed away on Dec. 4, 2015. Upcoming dates related to the Rite of Initiation of Adults: Paragraph numbers from the Rite of Christians Initiation for Adults text have been included for your con- venience. Rite of Sending - Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016- (at the parish – Catechumens and Godparents) [n. 106-117] Rite of Election - Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016 - 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. - (St. Mary Cathedral – Catechu- mens and Godparents) [n 6.2, 118-137] The Penitential Rite – Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016 (Second Sunday of Lent – at the parish for candidates) [n. 459-472] First Scrutiny - Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016 (Third Sunday of Lent - at the parish for the elect) [n. 150-156] Presentation of the Creed** – Third Week of Lent (at the parish for the elect) [n. 157-163] Second Scrutiny - Sunday, March 6, 2016 (Fourth Sunday of Lent - at the parish for the elect) [n. 164- 170] Third Scrutiny - Sunday, March 13, 2016 (Fifth Sunday of Lent - at the parish for the elect) [n. 171- 177] Presentation of the Lord’s Prayer** – Fifth Week of Lent (at the parish for the elect) [n. 178-184] **[Presentations may be used with candidates – n. 407] The Sacrament of Reconciliation (For the baptized, uncatechized -- celebrated prior to the Rite of Re- ception or the Sunday during Easter at which they will receive the sacraments of initiation at the parish.) [Appendix III, n. 27, 36] Preparation Rites on Holy Saturday “On Holy Saturday, when the elect refrain from work and spend their time in recollection, the […] preparation rites may be celebrated.” [n.22, cf. n.185; Appedix III, n. 15] Recitation of the Creed [n. 193-196]; Ephphetha Rite [n. 197-199]; Choosing a Baptismal Name [n. 200-202] Easter Vigil - Saturday, March 26, 2016 – (At which point elect receive the three sacraments of initia- tion at the parish) [n. 219-246] Neophyte Mass - Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 5:30 p.m. (St. Mary Cathedral) [n. 250-251] The Combined Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation and the Rite of Reception - Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (St. Mary Cathedral – Candidates for Confirmation and First Eucha- rist only) [Appendix I, n.562-594] *Candidates for Confirmation and First Eucharist may also receive the sacraments on a Sunday during the Easter season at the parish if they do not go to the Rite of Reception. *Candidates for Confirmation only are to await the scheduled arrival of the Archbishop/Bishop to re- ceive the sacrament. If necessary, they may come to the Cathedral for the liturgy on Pentecost Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 10 a.m. * “Since children who have reached the use of reason are considered, for the purposes of Christian initi- ation, to be adults (canon 852:1), their formation should follow the general pattern of the ordinary cat- echumenate as far as possible, with appropriate adaptations permitted by the ritual. They should re- ceive the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and eucharist at the Easter Vigil, together with the older catechumens.” [Appendxi III, n. 18] * Seven is the age of reason. [O]n completion of the seventh year […] the minor is presumed to have the use of reason. [see Can. 97:1, 2]

Gold and Silver Wedding Anniversary Mass: All husbands and wives married in the Catholic Church celebrating their Silver, Gold or 50 plus wedding anniversary in 2016 are invited to come to a Mass at St. Mary Cathedral on Saturday, Feb. 13 to be blessed by Archbishop Thomas Wenski. Couples interested in having their picture taken with Archbishop Wenski should be there at 4 p.m. Mass starts at 5:30 p.m. Couples will sit in a special designated area in the front pews. All couples should contact their parish to register for the Mass.

Evening of prayer for Youth and Young Adult Ministry: Friday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Agnes Church. All are invited to join the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at the Eucharistic Cenacle with the Servant Sisters of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary. The Cenacle includes the celebration of Mass, Holy Hour, and prayer for all Youth and Young Adult ministries of the archdiocese. Fellowship for all Youth and Young Adult groups will follow in the parish center. R.S.V.P. at http://conta.cc/1XHNe4k. Evangelizing the first true generation of digital natives - How to get Gen Z ready for ministry: We are offering two workshops with Frank Mercadante, founder of Cultivation Ministries and youth ministry trainer who has worked in more than 100 dioceses around the world. Engaging a New Generation: A Workshop for Clergy on Friday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Pastoral Cen- ter (dinner at 6 p.m., workshop begins at 7 p.m.). Please R.S.V.P. to [email protected]. Gen Z Ready: A highly interactive workshop ideal for youth ministry teams, catechists, teachers, and pastoral staffs. Discover how to sensibly unplug a perpetually plugged-in generation, moving young people from reactive to reflective. Saturday, Jan. 16 at 9 a.m. at the Pastoral Center. Register here: http://conta.cc/1Q9e1FX. Fee is $8.

Follow us on Facebook: Please find and follow our Facebook page for daily updates and information on youth and young adult ministry events around the archdiocese: https://www.facebook.com/youthandyoungadultadom. Holy Hour for Year of Consecrated Life:

Saturday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. – Begins with Holy Mass - Bilingual (English and Spanish)

The Office for Religious of the Archdiocese of Miami invites you to a Holy Hour. During each month of this year of grace, we will pray as an ecclesial community before the Blessed Sacrament in thanksgiving for the gift of Consecrated Life and for an increase of vocations to the religious life.

Location: Our Lady of Charity National Shrine (Ermita), 3609 South Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33133. Advent reflection: The Office for Religious has prepared an Advent Reflection for all the religious of the Archdiocese of Miami. The Advent Reflection will be on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at St. John Vianney College Seminary located at 2900 SW 87 Ave Miami, FL 3316. The schedule will be as follows: 3 p.m. Holy Mass 4 p.m. Reflection: "He has Raised up for us a Mighty Savior" The power of the Liturgy in the Life of Every Consecrated person. Given by: Fr. Jorge Perales 5 p.m. Vespers – Note: Please bring own breviary 5:30 p.m. Dinner hosted by the SERRA CLUB

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Blessing and dedication of Our Lady of Hope Expectant Respect Life Center: Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 at 7 p.m. at 4747 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, FL 33021. Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Thomas Wenski. Everyone in the community is invited to come. R.S.V.P. by Dec. 14 to 954-981-2922 or [email protected]