26 January 2020 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Weekly Bulletin for the Cathedral of St. Joseph, Wheeling, West Virginia Vol. 9, No. 9

“Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.”

Mt 4:14 In this Issue: Presentation of the Lord 2 Healing Mass 3 Catholic Schools Week 5 Word of God Sunday 6

Saint Joseph Cathedral Parish is called to spread the of Christ as a community. We are committed: to our urban neighborhoods, to being the Cathedral of the Diocese, and to fellowship, formation, sacrament, and prayer. Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 8:23 - 9:3 • Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17 • :12-23 Today’s readings teach us that Our Lord has come to bring us This Week light, liberty, and unity. In today’s First Reading Isaiah speaks of At The Cathedral the moment when Israel will be delivered from the prolonged January 26 - February 1, 2020 darkness and oppression it has suffered as a result of its infidelity to God. In today’s Second Reading Paul shows that the Lord does not vvvvv just liberate us. He also wants us united around him and working with him. Paul is chiding the Corinthians because they are claiming some special provenance based on whoever baptized them or whoever was the most eloquent preacher. SUN Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 26 In today’s Gospel Our Lord is revealed by Matthew to be that (Sat) 6:00 pm Mass for Buddy Benedetto light of liberation and joy spoken of by Isaiah. The fulfillment of 8:00 am Mass for Msgr. Kevin M. Quirk a prophecy is not always textbook; it doesn’t happen to the letter. 10:30 am Mass for the Parishioners Everything Our Lord said, did, and lived during his earthly mission has something to say, and, in this case, settling in shows that light of liberation arriving to a people with a pagan MON Saint Angela Merici, virgin past, an allusion to the darkness and oppression caused by their 27 12:05 pm Mass for Most Rev. Joseph H. Hodges past infidelities. - Anniversary of Death (1985) Our Lord also calls his first disciples today. His light draws others to him not only so that they can see the way, but so that they can someday light the way to Christ as well. TUE Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint John Paul II in many of his teachings had a favorite 28 priest, doctor of the Church passage from the constitution on the Church in the Modern 12:05 pm Mass for Fred Wojcik World of the Second Vatican Council, Gaudium et Spes (n. 22): “The truth is that only in the mystery of the incarnate Word does the mystery of man take on light. For Adam, the first man, WED Weekday in Ordinary Time was a figure of Him Who was to come, namely Christ the Lord. 29 Christ, the final Adam, by the revelation of the mystery of the 12:05 pm Mass for Chris Miller Father and His love, fully reveals man to man himself and makes his supreme calling clear. […] Through Christ and in Christ, the THU Weekday in Ordinary Time riddles of sorrow and death grow meaningful. Apart from His 30 Gospel, they overwhelm us.” 12:05 pm Mass for Jack Jochum Everyone at some point in their life feels overwhelmed, disori- ented, and questioning the meaning of their life or how they’re living it. The distress doesn’t just focus on the moment you’re FRI Saint John Bosco, priest trying to face; it makes you think of the road traveled and where 31 you want to go from here. It’s in that moment that Christ wants 11:15 am Confessions to be your light, if you let him. Let him light the way and give 12:05 pm Mass for Chris Miller meaning to even the most apparently meaningless things in your life. ¦ SAT Optional Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary 1 9:00 am Mass for Joseph & Norma Paytash - February 2 9:30 am Rosary Presentation of the Lord 5:00 pm Confessions 6:00 pm Mass for the Parishioners

SUN The Presentation of the Lord 2 World Day for Consecrated Life 8:00 am Mass for Ross Felton 10:30 am Mass for the James Evangelist Blessing of Candles during the 10:30am Mass vvvvv

2 The Cathedral Courier January 26, 2020 In your charity, please keep in your prayers: January: Month of the Holy Name of Jesus “It is the divine name that alone brings salvation.” Andrew Helfer, Archer Hatch, Arthur Danehart, Austin Cook, Barb Mazzocca, Bertha Wurtzbacher, Betty Lou - Catechism of the Catholic Church, 4 Galloway, Betty Teater, Bill Wilson, Bob Armstrong, Bob The month of January is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus. Jones, Brogan Gallentine, Caleb Hlebiczki, Carol Latz, The Church celebrates the feast of the Holy Name Carolyn Lash, Charles Heizer, Children of the Youth on January 3. This month, take time to celebrate its Services System, Christina Helfer, Chuck Fair, power and significance, for the name of Jesus is truly the A. Kress, Jr., Eva Wood, Father Joseph Wilhelm, Frank “Name above all names.” Davis, Fred Herink, Frederick C. Schweizer, Gail Koch, George Kirchner, Geri Adams Nagy, Helen Chiazza, Mass on the World Day of the Sick Hines Rotriga, Jane Rudari, Marlene Martin, Janet Cupp, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. Janie, Jean and Chuck Schultz, Jim Antill, Jim and Dee, Jimmy Hocking, John Petrella, Jon-Michael Lasher, Pope St. John Paul II in 1992 declared February 11 as World Day of the Sick, to coincide with the feast of Our Lady of Judy Pack, Julia Sheets, Kathy Cooley, Kaitlyn Hanasky, Lourdes. Pope Francis calls the World Day of the Sick an “op- Kenneth Shores, Kermit Klosterman, Liam Manning, portunity to reflect in particular on the needs of the sick and, Lukie Brown, Margaret Stocke, Mark Davis, more generally, of all those who suffer. It is also an occasion Yocum, Mary Ann Fowler, Mary K. Schlosser, Mary for those who generously assist the sick, beginning with family Walicki, Michael DeBlasis, Milissa Rose, Milly Burke, members, health workers and volunteers.” Mona Wurtzbacher, Nadine Greenwood, Norma Bosold, On Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m., the Cathedral of St. Patricia Kaliscz, Pete Cuffaro, Pete Mack, Philippa Shores, Joseph in Wheeling, West Virginia will celebrate a Mass with R. J. Stocke, Richard Simon, Rick Burgy, Ron Hickman, the communal Anointing of the Sick. The Sacrament of the Rosanne Gaughan, Rosalie Davis, Rose Otey, Sarah Anointing of the Sick is given to those who suffer from any Hanasky, Sarah Sargent, Shirley DeCaria, Sr. Mary kind of physical, emotional, or spiritual illness, those preparing Florence Burke, Stanley Kyrc, Stephanie Bugaj, Susan to undergo surgery, or those experiencing fatigue associated Graff, Susan Mize, Susan Schulte, Tammy, Teresa Helfer, with advanced years. Through anointing, the grace of the Holy Thelma Pearson, Thomas Griffith, Trystan Timmons, Spirit comforts and strengthens the soul of the person. Victoria Jeskey Following the Mass, those present are invited to join in a can- dlelight procession to the side altar of the Blessed Virgin Mary where the celebration will conclude with a Prayer to Our Lady In honor of Saint Blaise, fourth century of Lourdes and the singing of the Salve Regina. bishop and martyr, whose feast day we For the convenience of those in need, the Cathedral is handi- celebrate each year on February 3, there capped accessible with a ramp on both sides of the church (one will be an opportunity for everyone to have on the 13th Street side and one on the courtyard side). their throats blessed immediately following the Masses on Saturday, February 1 and Sunday, February 2. Cold/Flu Seasion Reminder During the cold and flu season, we ask that everyone be mindful of others when attending Mass. If you are sick and Online Giving believe you are contagious, stay home. The obligation to The Cathedral of offers Online Giving, a attend Mass is not required if you are ill. If you do have cold web-based electronic contribution application that is safe or flu like symptoms, do not feel that you have to exchange the and secure. This site allows you to set up automatic con- Sign of Peace with others. Simply wave or nod your head to tributions and change the timing or the amount of your your neighbors. If your parish has a custom of holding hands gift at any time. You may make pledges and manage your during the Lord’s Prayer, parishioners who are ill may fold contributions to the pledge amount, and you may make their hands in a prayerful posture. While it is the norm in the one-time donations. Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston to receive the Eucharist under To sign up for Online Giving, visit our parish website at both sacred species, refrain from drinking from the chalice if www.saintjosephcathedral.com and follow the “Giving” you feel ill. You are still receiving the Body, Blood, Soul and tab. This website will walk you through the process. Divinity of the Lord. Weekly Collection January 19, 2020 Envelopes: $2115 Loose: $386 Online: $350 Thank you for your generosity and support.

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 First Friday Mass Hospitality is an important ecumenical virtue, pope says Friday, February 7 at 5:30 p.m. By Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service Mount Calvary Cemetery Chapel 1685 National Rd, Wheeling, WV All are welcome as we celebrate this Mass in honor of our beloved family members and friends and all buried in this cemetery who have gone before us in faith. The Mass will be celebrated in the Bishops’ Chapel. Please invite family and friends to join us for the holy sacrifice of the Mass and to remember our beloved dead who are buried within the cemetery.

World Marriage Day Saturday, February 8 St. Vincent de Paul Marist Center 2244 Marshall Ave, Wheeling, WV Join us for an evening of celebrating Pope Francis greets people as he arrives for his general audience in Paul VI hall at the Vatican your love and the blessing of your Jan. 22, 2020. (CNS photo/Yara Nardi, Reuters) marriage together at St. Vincent de Paul Marist Center. We begin VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Christian Unity, which takes place by celebrating mass at 5:00 pm, Showing hospitality makes a person Jan. 18-25. The theme for the 2020 followed by a wine and cheese social a better human being and a better celebration, “They showed us unusual in the parish center. A candle-lit Christian and is an important part kindness,” is taken from St. Luke’s dinner will follow and one couple, of promoting Christian unity, Pope account in the Acts of the Apostles of (pre-committed) will give a brief Francis said. the hospitality shown by the people of witness to their experience in the “Working together to live with Malta to St. Paul and his companions. sacrament of marriage. The evening ecumenical hospitality, particularly St. Paul and the other passengers ends with coffee and wedding cake toward those whose lives are most vul- of the ship were welcomed by the served to the group. Cost of the nerable, will make us -- all Christians, Maltese people, who gave them food evening is $45/ per couple. Reserva- Protestants, Orthodox, Catholics, all and shelter “even though they had tions are required and must be made Christians -- better human beings, not yet received the Good News of no later than Feb. 5, 2020. For more better disciples and a more united Christ,” the pope said. information, contact the Beiters at Christian people,” the pope said The virtue of hospitality, he added, 304-238-4904 or the Reeds at 304- Jan. 22 during his weekly general “means recognizing that other Chris- audience. tians are truly our brothers and sisters Christians today, like the people of in Christ.” Malta who welcomed St. Paul and his “We are brothers and sisters,” the companions who were shipwrecked pope said. “Someone may tell you, on their island, must show hospitality ‘But that one is a Protestant, that one to and care for those who flee violence is Orthodox.’ Yes, but we are brothers and persecution, he said. and sisters in Christ.” Feb 11 Healing Mass “Unfortunately, they sometimes The pope said ecumenical hospi- Feb 26 Ash Wednesday encounter even the worst hostility,” tality means showing God’s love to he said. “They are exploited by others and “a willingness to listen to Feb 29 Rite of Election criminal traffickers today; they are other Christians, paying attention to To learn more about upcoming events, treated as numbers and as a threat their personal stories of faith and the check back in The Cathedral Courier by some leaders today; sometimes history of their community.” or visit the Cathedral website at inhospitality rejects them as a wave “I think about the past, in my land www.saintjosephcathedral.com carrying poverty or the very dangers for example, when some Evangelical from which they were fleeing.” In his audience talk, the pope See “Pope” on page 7 reflected on the Week of Prayer for

4 The Cathedral Courier January 26, 2020 Matthew 4:12–23 The movement is on fast We have been learning forward. Once Jesus comes FaithInWV.org about over to know that it’s time for The Diocese of Wheeling- the last two Sundays and him to begin what he came Charleston has rolled out how he played an important to do, he does so with gusto. FaithInWV, and it is role in the life of Jesus. The He is a man on a mission. all presented online spotlight had been on John. He is fully purpose-drive. through a new website - He was the last of the great Part of his message to the FaithInWV.org. It is an prophets. He was the one world is taken from John’s online pathway to stories, drawing crowds to the river playbook. Repent. Change photos, and videos of for a baptism of repentance. your ways. Open your heart how our people in West But now, he suddenly leaves to something new and very Virginia are following the stage. King Herod doesn’t significant. It’s game time. Christ by actions and like the response and popu- And this game is for real and in heaven. Jesus states that choices. FaithInWV is larity that John is receiving. for keeps. it’s beginning right now, giving hope, rising above He orders John to be impris- Some lines in the today! That’s his proclama- the odds, being a blessing, oned. That, Herod believes, are more important than tion, his Big Announce- and leading by example. will end the Baptizer’s others. Here’s one that ment. As we say these days, It is choosing to find influence and the troubles many judge as momentous. the full beginning of the the good in others, and associated with him and “Repent, for the Kingdom of Kingdom of God, on earth letting others see Christ those like him. But weknow God is at hand.” God’s loving as it is in heaven, is now in you. Ultimately it is that more “trouble” was to and fierce entry into human “on the clock.” It all began having faith in God the come. When Jesus learns history is made definitive in on that day described in Father above all. Learn what happened to John, he the person of Jesus and he is today’s Gospel. And it’s been how our brothers and immediately goes public and suddenly on the road. God’s unfolding ever since. ¦ sisters in Christ are doing invites four fishermen to join Kingdom is not something His work. Let’s imitate him. Jesus is off and running. that Jesus predicts will come their love, joy, strength, Try to catch the spirit at some future date. Nor is and resilience through the of today’s Gospel reading. it going to take place only website. Do you know an exceptional Catholic in mass times & West Virginia, someone information CatholicMen For Schools Others Week or a group who is a shining example of SAT 4:00 pm This week from January 26 through SUN 8:00 am Februaryin Christ 1, we observe Catholic FaithInWV? Email Bibey 9:30 am St. James Men for Others in your feature idea to 11:30 am Schools Week (CSW). This year’s MON 9:00 am theme,Christ is“Catholic a group designedSchools: toLearn. [email protected]. TUE 9:00 am support Men in their faith while WED 7:00 pm Serve. Lead. Succeed.,” focuses on theserving important the St. James'spiritual, family academic THU 9:00 am and greater community. We FRI 9:00 am andmeet societal the first contributions Thursday ofprovided OFFICE HOURS byevery a Catholic month (except education. July). We The SUN 9:00 am - 1:00 pm observancealso sponsor of Simple Catholic Supper Schools MON 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Weekduring began Lent andin a1974. Pasta TheDinner week TUE 9:00 am - 4:00 pm alsoa few highlights times each the yeareducational among and WED 9:00 am - 8:00 pm community successes of Catholic THU other activities. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm schools around the county. It’s a FRI 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Our next meeting is Thursday, SAT 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm chanceFebruary to 6.share 2020 thein the good St. news Holidays May Differ aboutJames' Catholic education Room. Our with our BAPTISMS communityfirst Simple and Supper to celebratewhich the By appointment. Parish highprecedes academic Stations standards of the groundedCross membership and in strong moral values that Catholic preparation class required. is Friday, Feb 26, 2020, and will like us on schoolsoccur everyprovide, Friday as well during as theLent great RECONCILIATION FACEBOOK WED 5:30 - 6:00 pm contributionsexcept Mar 6 andCatholic Good Friday school facebook.com/ SAT 2:30 pm graduates(Friday, April have 10, made 2020). to our com- and by appointment. CathedralofStJoseph munitiesInteresting and in learningour nation. more? This ANOINTING OF week,Please keep reach in outyour to Johnprayers all of THE SICK / MINISTRY theFitzpatrick children atin 248.669.2656Catholic Schools, or as TO THE SICK well as their teachers and families. Please call the parish office email: [email protected]. to arrange for anointing for someone who is seriously ill or preparing for surgery. If ill, DIRECTORY homebound or hospitalized, we can visit upon request. PARISH OFFICE BOOKKEEPER MAINTENANCE There will also be an Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 opportunity to receive 46325 Ten Mile Rd. Karen Roosen Rich Uroda, Ext.19 the sacrament on the 2nd Novi, MI 48374 [email protected] [email protected] Saturday of every month P (248) 347-7778 MUSIC DIRECTOR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR after the 4pm mass. F (248) 347-9625 Pierre Fracalanza, Ext.18 Chris Harpenau MARRIAGE www.sjnovi.net [email protected] [email protected] Please contact the office PASTOR to make an appointment Fr. Ed Zaorski, Ext.16 ASSISTANT MUSIC DIRECTOR PASTORAL COUNCIL with clergy. [email protected] [email protected] Glenn Porzadek FUNERALS Deacon Leo Maciolek [email protected] At-Large Members When planning a funeral Lisa Coughlin, Jim Long Contact parish office at St. James, many details COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Eric Gerwin, Steve Schafer, need attention and our staff Adam Wehner Deacon Pete Cornell Ron Hartmus, Ext. 24 is willing to assist you during Contact parish office this difficult time. Once you [email protected] Christian Service Commission have contacted the funeral PARISH SECRETARY Gene Bigi RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE home, please call the parish Rigonda Savickas, Finance Council Ext.10 Pre-K thru Grade 8: office to plan the funeral Mass [email protected] Ken Krause and other arrangements. Direct Line: (248) 347-3434 The usual time for funerals is CONTRIBUTIONS SECRETARY Youth Commission Interim Director Mark O'Connor 10:30 am with visitation prior. 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2 ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH SJNOVI.NET View this bulletin online at www.DiscoverMass.com Scripture Readings

The readings are included each week so that those who are This Week with the Saints unable to join us for daily Mass will be able to consider and January 27 - Several miraculous occurrences, including restoration of sight and pray them in union with the whole Church. visions, surrounded the life of Saint Angela Merici (1474-1540), a native of Desenzano in northern Italy. She was profoundly impacted by one vision in which Week of January 26 she saw a great company of virgins and saints singing and playing instruments while descending from a staircase in the heavens. Based upon this vision, St. Angela Monday founded a group of consecrated women known as the Ursulines, dedicated to the education of 2 Samuel 5:1-7, 10 young women. Ps 89:20, 21-22, 25-26 Mark 3:22-30 January 28 - Saint Thomas Aquinas(1225-1274) , called the “Angelic Doctor” for his writings, was born near Naples, Italy. Against his family’s wishes, he joined the Tuesday newly established Dominicans and went to study under Albert the Great in Paris. 2 Samuel 6:12-15, 17-19 Thomas’ theological writings, especially theSumma Theologiae, remain preeminent Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10 texts to this day. For all his brilliance, Thomas was also a man of deep prayer who Mark 3:31-35 realized that the mysteries of God cannot fully be expressed by words. He contributed the liturgi- Wednesday cal texts for the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, which 2 Samuel 7:4-17 included the Adoro te devote, O salutaris, Tantum Ergo, and Pange Lingua. Patronage: Catholic Ps 89:4-5, 27-28, 29-30 schools, colleges, universities; philosophers, theologians, booksellers Mark 4:1-20 January 31 - Saint John Bosco (1815-1888) was gifted by God with the ability Thursday to read and interpret the signs of the times. Living during rapid industrialization 2 Samuel 7:18-19, 24-29 and growing anticlericalism, he became very concerned about the emotional and Ps 132:1-2, 3-5, 11-14 spiritual livelihood of people, especially the plight of the young. St. John worked to Mark 4:21-25 provide positive and affirming environments, including orphanages and oratories, where the young could learn and recognize their infinite potential. In the spirit of his favorite Friday hero, St. Francis de Sales, he founded the Salesians, a religious congregation devoted to works 2 Samuel 11:1-10, 13-17 of charity, with an emphasis on empowering young people to become strong pillars of faith in Ps 51: 3-7, 10-11 a culture of instability. His work among young men living in the slums proved to be a worthy Mark 4:26-34 endeavor. Whether he was presiding at Mass or playing games with children or carrying the sick to hospitals, it was obvious he lived until “his last breath ... day and night, morning and evening” Saturday for the neglected and abandoned. Patronage: young people; editors; magicians 2 Samuel 12:1-7, 10-17 Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, 16-17 Mark 4:35-41 Sunday Pope sets special day to honor, study, share the Malachi 3:1-4 By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service Ps 24:7-10 Hebrews 2:14-18 VATICAN CITY — The newly established “Sunday of the Word of God” is an invitation to :22-40 Catholics across the world to deepen their appreciation, love and faithful witness to God and his word, Pope Francis said. By papal decree, the third Sunday in Ordinary Time — Jan. 26 this year — is to be observed as Weekly Devotions a special day devoted to “the celebration, study and dissemination of the word of God.” at the Cathedral A day dedicated to the Bible will help the church “experience anew how the risen Lord opens The following devotions are up for us the treasury of his word and enables us to proclaim its unfathomable riches before the prayed each week following the world,” the pope said in the document establishing the special Sunday observance. 12:05 pm Mass: Dioceses and parishes have been invited to respond with creative initiatives, helpful resources Miraculous Medal Novena and renewed efforts for helping Catholics engage more deeply with the Bible at church and in Monday their lives. Litany of Loreto Archbishop Rino Fisichella, president of the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization, Tuesday said added emphasis on the importance of the word of God is needed because “the overwhelm- Litany of Saint Joseph ing majority” of Catholics are not familiar with sacred Scripture. For many, the only time they Wednesday hear the word of God is when they attend Mass, he told Vatican News Sept. 30, when the papal Litany of the Sacred Heart document, titled “Aperuit Illis,” was published. Thursday “The Bible is the most widely distributed book, but it’s also perhaps the one most covered in Chaplet of Divine Mercy dust because it is not held in our hands,” the archbishop said. Fridays With this apostolic letter, the pope “invites us to hold the word of God in our hands every day as The olyH Rosary Saturdays after the 9 am Mass much as possible so that it becomes our prayer” and a greater part of one’s lived experience, he said.

6 The Cathedral Courier January 26, 2020 “Pope” ... Infant of Prague Novena cont’d from page 4 Begins on February 3 ministers came,” the pope said, “a New to the Parish? Our Lady of Peace Parish small group of Catholics burned 690 Mount Olivet Road, Wheeling their tents. This isn’t Christian. We Are you new to the The annual Novena to the Infant of Prague at Our Lady of Peace Parish in are brothers and sisters. We are all Parish? Has your address brothers and sisters and we must Wheeling begins on February 3 and give hospitality to one another.” or phone number continues for for nine consecutive Mondays, ending March 30. With so many migrants and changed? Are you a refugees facing “risky voyages to escape violence, war and poverty,” Catholic wishing to return Volunteers Needed Pope Francis called on Christians to the Church? We would The Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center in Wheeling is in need of vol- to set aside their differences and love to hear from you! work together to show them “the unteers to cook all day Wednesday and love of God revealed by Jesus Contact or stop by the serve meals Wednesday and Monday afternoons. There is also a need for Christ” and that “each person is Parish Offices to find out precious to God. volunteers meal delivery drivers for more information on how a short route on Island Wednesdays, “The divisions that still exist East route on Thursdays and the North between us prevent us from being to become a member of on Fridays. Dishwashers needed in the fully the sign of God’s love for the the Cathedral Parish. afternoon Monday through Saturday. world, which is our vocation and Contact Mr. Keith Miller (304) mission,” he said. ¦ 650-9608. Knights of Columbus Leap Hunger: Leap Day, Saturday February 29, 2020 Volunteers needed! On Saturday February 29th, 2020 your Wheeling area Knights of Columbus will be leading the charge to pack a minimum of 60,000 meals at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Wheeling, WV. We invite families, friends and parishioners from the Ohio Valley to come and join the movement to feed the hungry and help us pack the food. We will be packing the food in two (2) shifts: Please register “online” with the following links: AM Shift: 8:00am – 12:00pm https://crosscatholic.volunteerhub.com/event/index/11250764 PM Shift: 12:00pm – 4:00pm https://crosscatholic.volunteerhub.com/event/index/11250756 Food sponsorship still needed! May we count on you? At $0.25/meal, $1.00 covers 4 meals, $25 covers 100 meals, $100 covers 400 meals and $1,000 will take care of 4,000 meals! How many meals would you like to sponsor? For more information, please contact: Jerry “Jermac” McGlumphy, KOC Leaps Hunger, Team Chairman (304) 215-2952 / [email protected]

From the Diocesan Office of Safe Environment `The Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston is committed to the protection of its children and young people. The Diocese complies with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People by maintaining an Office of Safe Environment. To report an incidence of suspected child sexual abuse, please contact your local law enforcement agency, or you may confidentially contact the West Virginia Bureau for Children and Families/Child Protective Services by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 800.352.6513. To report suspected cases of sexual abuse by personnel of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston to the Diocese, please contact one of the Bishop’s designees at 888.434.6237 (toll free) or 304.233.0880: Sister Ellen Dunn, ext. 264; Mr. Bryan Minor, ext. 263; Mr. Tim Bishop, ext. 353; Fr. Dennis Schuelkens, ext. 270 or call the Office of Safe Environment at 304.230.1504. For more information on the Diocese’s Office of Safe Environment, please go to www.dwc.org, then click the “Diocese” tab, then click “Office of Safe Environment” under the “Offices” menu. To learn more about the Catholic Church’s efforts in preventing sexual abuse of children in the United States, please visit http://www.usccb.org. Under “Issues and Action,” click “Child and Youth Protection” from the drop down menu.

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 The Cathedral of Saint Joseph

Parish Offices: 1218 Eoff Street Masses Wheeling, WV 26003 Sundays: 6:00 p.m. (Saturday) (304) 233-4121 8:00 a.m. www.saintjosephcathedral.com 10:30 a.m. Weekdays: 12:05 p.m. Monday thru Friday CLERGY 9:00 a.m. Saturday

Most Reverend Mark E. Brennan Holy Days: Please consult the bulletin Bishop of Wheeling-Charleston

Reverend Monsignor Joseph L. Peterson, V.F. Rector of the Cathedral [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Douglas Breiding Confessions Deacon Friday 11:15-11:45 a.m. [email protected] Saturday: 5:00-5:45 p.m. PARISH STAFF or by appointment

Ms. Debora V. Fahey Assistant for Pastoral Ministries [email protected] vvvvv Mr. Matthew S. Berher Director of Music & Organist [email protected] BAPTISMS / INITIATION Mr. Tyler J. Greenwood Both Baptism and the Rite of Initiation for Adults Associate Organist can be arranged by contacting the parish office. [email protected]

Mr. Martin Imbroscio MARRIAGE Sacristan Engaged couples who are members of the [email protected] Cathedral parish should contact the parish office.

PARISH LEADERS SACRAMENT OF THE SICK / COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND Mr. James Carroll Please call the parish office to arrange for a visit. Finance Council President

Mr. John Petrella PARISH REGISTRATION Liturgical Ministries Scheduler Registration forms can be obtained through the parish office. Please notify the parish office of address changes through the parish office or by visiting the website. Saint Joseph, pray for us! BULLETIN DEADLINE Announcements for the Courier must be submitted to Debbie Fahey by email to [email protected] by noon on Monday (5 days prior to publication).

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