CO-CATHEDRAL of the SACRED HEART Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

March 6, 2016

1111 St. Joseph Parkway at San Jacinto / Fannin St.

Church Hours — M - F: 6:30 am - 6 pm; Saturday: 9 am - 8:30 pm; Sunday: 6:30 am - 9 pm Weekend Mass Sacrament of Penance (Confessions)

English: Saturday Vigil 5 pm Monday - Friday: 30 minutes prior to Mass Sunday 7 am, 9 am, 11 am, 5:30 pm First Thursday of the month: 4:30 - 5:15 pm Vietnamese: Saturday Vigil 7 pm (Weekdays: Confessional near the Sacred Heart transept)

Sunday 1 pm Saturday: 3:30 - 4:30 pm Spanish: Sunday 7:30 pm Sunday: 8:15 - 8:45 am (between 7 & 9 am Masses) Weekday Mass 10:15 - 10:45 am (between 9 & 11 am Masses) 7 am, 12:10 pm Monday - Friday 4:30 - 5:00 pm

7:30 pm, Fridays of Lent: Vietnamese Mass, Vietnamese and Spanish 30 minutes prior to Mass followed by Exposition and Benediction (Weekends: Confessional near entrance way on the right) CATHEDRAL CENTRE Parish office is located at the Cathedral Centre. 1701 San Jacinto at Jefferson St. Houston, TX 77002-8215 (Parking behind the Centre) Phone: 713-659-1561 Fax: 713-651-1365 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm (Closed: 12 noon - 1 pm) CO-CATHEDRAL of the SACRED HEART Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

His Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, D.D., S.T.L. Archbishop of Galveston-Houston

The Most Reverend George A. Sheltz, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop The Most Reverend Joseph A. Fiorenza, D.D., Archbishop Emeritus The Most Reverend Vincent M. Rizzotto, D.D., J.C.L., Retired Auxiliary Bishop

Co-Cathedral Clergy The Very Reverend Lawrence W. Jozwiak, J.C.L., Pastor / Rector The Reverend Anthony Columba Ekanem, MSP; The Reverend Alfonso Dat-Nhan Tran, Parochial Vicars Deacons: Johnny Salinas, Leonard Lockett, John Carrara, Daniel Addis and Khoi Duy Le

Co-Cathedral Staff Selma DeMarco-Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation and Interim DRE

Stephanie Rocha-Youth Director

Crista Miller - Director of Music / Co-Cathedral Organist; Natasha Manley - Music Associate / Wedding Music

Michael Emmerich - Co-Cathedral Associate Organist; Jeong-Suk Bae - Co-Cathedral Assistant Organist Bree Delphin - Secretary for Weddings; Elizabeth Perez - Secretary for Sacramental Records and Bulletin

Deacon John Carrara - Business Manager; Gwenne Buck - Facilities and Project Coordinator Shannon Wesley - Parish Accounting; Chris Felix - Building Engineer

Martha Alvarez - Secretary; Carmen Benitez - Baptismal Secretary/Receptionist; Esmeralda Cervantes - Receptionist

Ruben Valenzuela, Trong Pham - Maintenance; Guillermo Herrera, Ray Garcia - Sextons

Phone: 713-659-1561 Visit our web site for vital info: www.sacredhearthouston.org

New Parishioners: Marriage: Register with the parish office: ext. 101. Contact ext. 131 at least 9 months prior to wedding date.

Church Certificates: Vocations for Priesthood and Religious Life: For all sacramental certificates: ext. 137. Contact the Office of Vocations: 713-652-8239 or www.houstonvocations.com Baptism: Holy Communion to the Sick/Homebound: ext. 101. —For infants & children under age 7—713-337-3570. —For 7 years & older (Rite of Christian Initiation Anointing of the Sick: adapted for Children): ext. 142. Any Catholic who is to have surgery due to a serious

Children’s Catechesis & Evangelization (CCE): illness; any Catholic whose health is seriously im- For pre-K through high school: ext. 142. paired by sickness or old age should be anointed ASAP, preferably before going to the hospital. First Penance & First Holy Communion: Contact the parish priest to be anointed: ext. 101. For 2nd through 12th grade: ext. 142.

Funerals: ext. 101. Confirmation: —For high school youth: ext. 142. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday before 7 am & 12:10 pm Mass —For adults: ext. 141. Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: High School Youth Ministry: ext. 142. Friday during 7 am & 12:10 pm Mass

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction: For adults inquiring about becoming Catholic and —First Thursday of the Month (English) baptized Catholics who lack Confirmation and Holy Conclusion of 12:10 pm Mass until 6 pm Communion: ext. 141. —First Friday of the Month (Vietnamese) Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation: ext. 141. 7:30 pm Mass followed by Exposition / Benediction

Music Ministry: ext. 152. Parish Outreach: [email protected]

Young Adults: [email protected] Tours of the Church: ext. 143

Pastor’s Message p. 3

March 6, 2016

Dear Friends in Christ: 10 Things to Remember for Lent, p. 14 Quí Ông Bà và Anh Chị Em thân mến trong Chúa Kitô: Donate for Easter Flowers, p. 11 Estimados Amigos y Amigas en Cristo: Believe it or not, we are at the half way point of Lent. be frustrated by waiting. Though we have confessions on How are we doing? Did we have wonderful intentions, but Good Friday, there is nothing more holy by waiting until that have we gotten once again too busy with everything else we day. What is holy is being reconciled ASAP! Just as the have to do? Were perhaps some of our Lenten resolutions Gospel from last Sunday stated, we only have so much time too ambitious? Are we perhaps too overworked or over- on this earth. Yes, God is merciful and forgiving. But our stressed that we do not have the energy to do one more thing days are limited on this earth. Do not delay! Be reconciled for Lent? Maybe we should do less and do it better. Maybe now. If you have some fears or concerns about how to go to we should be good to ourselves and rest more somehow. confession, see p. 14 for a web site to address those issues. Maybe we should learn how to enjoy life more and laugh, The Fourth Sunday of Lent is known as Laetare Sunday, smile more, even with our burdens that we all carry. Refer coming from the entrance antiphon, “Rejoice, Jerusalem, and to p. 14 as a reminder on how we are doing in Lent. all who love her. Be joyful, all who were in mourning; exult Many times as a penance in the confessional, I tell people and be satisfied at her consoling breast” (cf. Is. 66:10-11). to do an act of kindness for themselves, especially when I Just like on the Third Sunday of Advent, known as Gaudete sense they are so burdened in life. So often people are sur- Sunday and also meaning rejoice, we may wear rose colored prised with such a penance, yet they would not even second vestments if the celebrant so chooses. These are the only 2 guess it if I asked them to do an act of kindness for someone times of the year we may wear such vestments. Notice how else. They think doing an act of kindness for themselves is the bulletins reflect the liturgical color of the year. being selfish. Remember the two great commandments of Though we are in a penitential season, let us never forget Jesus: love God with all your being and love your neighbor that we are to be joy filled people due to our Christian faith. as yourself (Mt. 22: 35-40). There is a healthy love for self We are reminded from Mt. 6:16 used on Ash Wednesday: in relationship to God and neighbor. One cannot be good for “When you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites. your neighbor when one is so stressed out and overworked. They neglect their appearance, so that they may appear to If one is, then one cannot be good to others since all too of- others to be fasting.” This applies to any type of sacrificial ten we take it out on others. Selfishness is sinful when it is love. When we truly love someone and make sacrifices for all about self excluding God and others. them, hopefully we are doing it with joy, not with a sour Remember a penance given in the Sacrament of Penance looking face or attitude. The same applies with God. (confession) is not a punishment. Rather it is a sign that we Whether it is living out the joys of the Gospel, the cross or want to do something good in the place of the wrong done. penance, we are doing it out of love and joy for God! That occurs daily in our interactions with others. When we Thank you for the 678 participants who gave of service hurt someone and want to reconcile, do we not try to do on our Caritas Day last Saturday—see pp. 12-13. Refer to p. something good as a sign to that person we are sorry? The 11 on how you can volunteer for our annual party on the lot, same occurs in the Sacrament of Penance. Friday, April 1 which is right around the corner. This is a The bulletin last week gave the “how to go to confes- time for us to gather and just have a good time with one an- sion” guide. As part of your Lenten resolutions, do not wait other as parishioners. Welcome to all our participants in until the last moment to do. Be good to yourself by going Saturday’s Pueri Cantores musical workshop and those sing- now so that you will not have to wait in longer lines and thus ing at the 5 pm Saturday Vigil Mass.

Praised be the Sacred Heart of Jesus! Forever, amen! Hãy chúc tụng Thánh Tâm Chúa Giêsu đến muôn đời, amen! ¡Alabado sea el Sagrado Corazón de Jesús! ¡Por siempre, amen!

Fr. Lawrence W. Jozwiak Pastor / Rector

p. 4 Fourth Sunday of Lent WELCOME to the Co-Cathedral! MUSIC for MASS

We are a community of faith where all people are welcome!

Visitors, please come back as often as possible. If you do not Gathering Hymn: have a parish home, consider joining our parish, sharing your #545 The Glory of These Forty Days time and talent with us. All monetary donations will support the ministries and services that we provide. Please be generous in your giving. Thank you. For any questions, ask the Greeters Offertory Music: in the narthex. Motet (9 & 11): God So Loved the World—Stainer

Participate as fully as you are able to do so, using these pages. Hymn: #952 Forgive Our Sins Silence all cell phones please! Communion Music: 7 am - ANTIPHONS Antiphon: Lutum (mode VI): The Lord spat on the ground and anointed my eyes. Entrance: Motet: O Taste and See—Ralph Vaughn Williams Rejoice, Jerusalem, and all who love her. Be joyful, all who (9): Miserere were in mourning; exult and be satisfied at her consoling Hymn: #768 I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say breast.

Recessional Hymn: Communion: #742 There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy The Lord anointed my eyes; I went, I washed, I saw and I believed in God. Order of Mass

Gathering Hymn I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. E Introductory Rites Penitential Rite (see page 5) I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look

forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the

Liturgy of the Word world to come. Amen. First Reading #1006 in the red hymnal

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 34 Prayer of the Faithful Offertory Music R. Taste and see the goodness of the Lord. Liturgy of the Eucharist Second Reading Preparation of the Altar and Presentation of the Gifts Gospel P. Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be Homily acceptable to God, the almighty Father. Nicene Creed C. May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven praise and glory of his name, for our good and the and earth, of all things visible and invisible. good of all his holy Church. I believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of Eucharistic Prayer God, born of the Father before all ages, God from God, P: The Lord be with you. C: And with your spirit. Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten not P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them up to the Lord. made, consubstantial with the Father; through Him all P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right and just. things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came Sanctus / Holy, Holy, Holy down from Heaven, Mysterium Fidei / The Mystery of Faith (ICEL) (We all are to make a bow of the body during the next 2 lines.) Amen and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. The Communion Rite For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suf- Agnus Dei / The Lamb of God fered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day P: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb. and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come C: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and His roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed. kingdom will have no end. Reception of Holy Communion: I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, For those who are practicing actively the Catholic Faith. who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Please bow before receiving the Body and/or Blood of Christ.

Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken Communion Music through the Prophets. The Concluding Rites Recessional Hymn

Sung Mass Setting p. p. 5 5 During Lent the Eucharistic Acclamations will be sung in Gregorian chant and can be found in the Hymnal as indicated.

Penitential Rite: Assembly: I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, Priest: May almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our (And striking your breast, we say) sins, and bring us to everlasting life. through my fault, through my fault, Assembly: Amen through my most grievous fault; Kyrie: #363A

Sanctus: # 370B Memorial Acclamation:

Communion Antiphon: Lutum (chant mode VI): The Lord spat on the ground and anointed my eyes

Agnus Dei: # 375 SIGNIFICANCE of BOWING

A bow signifies reverence and honor shown to the names or event being mentioned. We are to do the following:

1) A bow of the head is made when the three Divine Persons (the Trinity) are named together and at the names of Jesus, of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and of the Saint in whose honor Mass is being celebrated. 2) A bow of the body (a profound bow) is made during the Creed with the words (and by the Holy Spirit…and became man—highlighted in red words in the Creed). —General Instruction to the Roman Missal, #275

p. 6 Co-Cathedral Music Music for Laetare Sunday: Songs of Sacramental Rejoicing

The Fourth Sunday of Lent is known as Laetare Sunday. (See the Pastor’s Message to learn more about this). Even though we are in the midst of a penitential season we have cause to rejoice. Indeed, we are an Easter people. As we await the Easter Vigil we still celebrate each Sunday as a sort of “little Easter.” Lent is a preparatory season. Catechumens study the Word as they prepare for Baptism and we—as the baptized Church—meet Christ in the sacraments to be reconciled and receive grace, particularly in Recon- ciliation the Eucharist. Sacraments are those things that make invisible realities present. Although Christ was born over 2000 years ago, died on Calvary once, and rose from dead three days later, we encounter that reality, that person, and that sacrifice in the Eu- charist. Christ himself is a Sacrament because the Incarnation was an event whereby the Word of God became flesh—visible to the world. Christmas and Easter are closely linked.

John 3:16—one of the most famous scriptural passages—earns its enduring popularity because it so succinctly summarizes this sac- ramental Christ event: “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but have eternal life.” Christ was born that he might died to save us. This has happened—what greater cause for rejoicing can one find? This Sunday morning our Co-Cathedral Choirs sing this text at the Preparation of the Gifts. The musical setting comes from an 1887 oratorio by Victorian composer and organist Sir John Stainer (1840-1901). In this piece, a slow chordal style and expres- sive chromatic harmonies draw out the meaning of each word.

We enjoy the benefits of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection as the People of God. Even as we seek to return to God, repent- ing and renewing our Baptismal promises, today’s Psalm tells reminds us that there is always cause for hope and joy: “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord” (34). English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) wrote a short setting of this text in 1953. Our choirs sing this piece at communion. Contrasting with Stainer’s style, Vaughan Williams crafts a melody without chromatic inflections, inspired more by folk song than his 19th century forbears. Rather than writing block chords, he has each choral part enter successively, creating a polyphonic texture (poly– because one can hear “many voices”). Chordal or “homophonic” music like Stainer’s dominated19th century church music in England. In the early 1900s Vaughan Williams set a new trend by looking to the polyphonic style found in much older choral music. This second “Choral Renaissance” looked particularly to music of the first Re- naissance in the 16th century. During Holy Week, you will hear Co-Cathedral choirs sing this music as well (e.g. Tallis and Byrd). Co-Cathedral Concert Series American Guild of Organists National Convention Contact music office for volunteer opportunities Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:30 pm [email protected] Francesco Cera, Organist Monday, June 20, 2016 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 17, 2016 7:30 pm (limited tickets available) Bob Brewer, Organist Michel Bouvard, Toulouse France Commissioned work: Joan Tower Monday, May 25, 2016 7:30 pm Tuesday, June 21, 2016 11:00 pm Chris Holman Organist Compline—St. John the Baptist Co-Cathedral Schola Cantorum

Monday. May 2, 2016 7:30 pm Wednesday, June 22, 2016 9:00 pm Jeff Cooper, Organist (limited tickets available) The Choir of Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue, Thursday, May 19, 2016 7:30 pm New York City Kingwood High School Jason Watt, Director Thursday, June 23, 2016 1:30 pm & 3:40 pm Bayoubüchlein Composition Competion Winners Recital Sunday, May 2016 7:30 pm featuring a composition by Michael Emmerich, Houston Children’s Chorus Associate Organist, Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Stephen Roddy, Director National Association of Pastoral Musicians July 11 - 16, 2016 Check back for more details

Sacrament of Penance (Confessions) Stations of the Cross See front outside cover at the bottom for schedule every day. ∼ Wednesday & Friday after the 7 am & 12:10 pm Mass - English. ∼ Friday, March 4: 6 pm - 11 pm, except during 7:30 pm Mass. Friday at 7 pm - Vietnamese, followed by 7:30 pm Mass. ∼ Good Friday, March 25: 7 am - 7 pm, except during 3 pm liturgy. ∼ Sunday at 6:45 pm - Spanish.

Prayers p. 7

WELCOME ALL VISITORS to the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart!

MASS INTENTIONS Deceased † READINGS for the COMING WEEK Saturday March 5 Weekend readings: #1006 in the red hymnal (Eng) 5:00 pm Patricia Jones † Monday: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13b; Jn 4:43-54 (Viet) 7:00 pm For the People of the Parish Tuesday: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16

Sunday March 6 Wednesday: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145:8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 Thursday: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106:19-23; Jn 5:31-47 (Eng) 7:00 am Dolores Rubio † Friday: Wis 2:1a, 12-22; Ps 34:17-21, 23; (Eng) 9:00 am Jim Hand † Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 (Eng) 11:00 am Shann Kelley Saturday: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 (Viet) 1:00 pm For The Vietnamese Men of The Sacred Heart Sunday: Is 43:16-21; Ps 126:1-6; Phil 3:8-14; Jn 8:1-11 (Eng) 5:30 pm Max Savala † (Span) 7:30 pm Holy Souls in Purgatory † For the scriptures used at Mass every day and to hear a Monday March 7 reflection: go to http://www.usccb.org/ Tab in on the day of the month on the calendar noted as Daily Readings on the (Eng) 7:00 am Paul Califa † right side of the main page. (Eng) 12:10 pm Mary Ann Oliver † Tuesday March 8 PRAY for our Deacons to be ordained (Eng) 7:00 am Darlene Briks †

(Eng) 12:10 pm John Gutierrez † God our Father, we thank you for Wednesday March 9 calling Deacons Khoi, Xavier, Clark, (Eng) 7:00 am Bernadine & F.R. Pizzitola † Preston and Nicolas to serve in your (Eng) 12:10 am Brendan & Margaret Kelly Son’s Kingdom as deacons and as Thursday March 10 priests to be ordained on June 4. (Eng) 7:00 am Aubrey Green Continue to send your Holy Spirit to (Eng) 12:10 pm Lynn Foster † help them respond generously and Friday March 11 courageously to your call. May our (Eng) 7:00 am Marissa Meza community of faith support more (Eng) 12:10 pm Jose Maria † & Alfredo † Gonzales vocations of sacrificial love to the (Viet) 7:30 pm For Community Intentions priesthood and religious life. We ask Saturday March 12 this through Christ our Lord. (Eng) 5:00 pm Arturo Estrada Jr. † Deacon Khoi Duy Le Amen. (Viet) 7:00 pm For Community Intentions

Sunday March 13 PRAY for the DEAD (Eng) 7:00 am For the People of the Parish (Eng) 9:00 am Victoria Cantu † For the repose of the souls of Sr. Margaret Mary Flaherty, CCVI †; Antonio Lacarra †, father of Anamari P Lacarra and June (Eng) 11:00 am Larry † & Josephine Nicastro † Angela Heffernan Wenz †, sister of Mary Sieger. (Viet) 1:00 pm For Community Intentions Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. (Eng) 5:30 pm Deacon Henry Herrera † —And let perpetual light shine upon them.

(Span) 7:30 pm Martin & Tricia Patten May they rest in peace. —Amen.

May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, Pray for those marrying through the mercy of God, rest in peace. —Amen. For consolation and God’s healing graces upon the family March 12 — Michael Staub & Angela Wyrick and friends of the deceased. Heal their pain and dispel the Parker Motelet & Kaleigh Huff darkness and doubt that comes from grief. —Amen.

PRAY for ... • peace in our world, especially in the Holy Land, for an end to terrorism and civil strife, all hostages, refugees and immigrants. • the safety of all those who protect us: military personnel, police officers, fire fighters and all others. • a transformation of mind and heart for those who do not believe in the sanctity of human life. • for all healthcare professionals to make wise and ethical decisions to promote health. • the spread of the Gospel and the sanctity of all marriages and families. • an end to all discrimination, prejudice and hatred. • all the sick and suffering, the dying and the faithful departed †. Pope’s Intentions: Universal: Families in Difficulty That families in need may receive he necessary support and that children may grow up in healthy and peaceful environments. Evangelization: Persecuted Christians That those Christians who, on account of their faith, are discriminated against or are being perse- cuted, may remain strong and faithful to the Gospel, thanks to the incessant prayer of the Church.

p. 8 Children’s Catechesis & Evangelization (CCE) YOUTH CONFIRMATION PARENTS PLEASE NOTE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CCE Sunday Calendar This week—March 6—CCE Youth: If you are: March 13 and 20—Spring Break—No CCE

March 27— EASTER— No CCE 1. A Baptized Catholic that is already receiving April 3—CCE the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist

April 10—CCE 2. AND currently in the 10th or 11th grade April 17—CCE April 24—Last CCE Class 3. AND are in the process of completing at least your second consecutive year of formal systemat- Celebration of First Reconciliation ic catechesis either Saturday - March 12 A. Here at the parish of the Co-Cathedral 8:00 am - Noon of the Sacred Heart We will start at exactly 8:00AM B. Or at a Catholic High School Cathedral Centre Fourth Floor 4. AND you and your parents are members of our parish, Gathering time: 7:30-8:00AM Coffee and Juice will be available. We would like you to begin thinking about the All Youth/Children need to be accompanied possibility of preparing to receive the Sacrament by a Parent, Godparent, or Sponsor the of Confirmation. entire morning. This is the immediate preparation process just before the reception of the sacrament of Confir- PARENT MEETING mation. Knowledge of your Catholic faith and an ongoing personal and liturgical relationship Sunday, April 3: with God though both personal prayer and During Children/Youth CCE weekly attendance and active participation in the Topic: CCE and Sacrament Preparation 2016-2017 Sunday Liturgy (Mass) are assumed in this pro- cess. PARENTS of Our First Grade and Older Students Currently in Systematic This process is totally separate and distinct from Catechesis in either Our CCE Program or any CCE or Catholic School formation you are receiving. Here at the Co-Cathedral of the Sa- a Catholic School If your child: cred Heart there is a specific registration form 1. Has been baptized Catholic for each of our “Immediate Sacrament Prepara- 2. Is completing at least one full year of CCE or Catholic tion” processes including the “Immediate Confir- School AND will register, participate and complete their mation Preparation for Youth”. second year of CCE or Catholic School in 2016-2017,

We invite you to consider having your child prepare for The registration form for this process will be the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Commun- available April 3, both in the narthex of the ion beginning in the Fall. Registration Forms for these Church and on the third floor of the Cathedral sacraments will be available beginning April 3, in the Nar- Centre. The process itself will begin the weekend thex of the Church and on the 3rd floor of the Cathedral Centre. For your planning purposes: A copy of your of April 30-May 1 and will continue through De- child’s Baptism Certificate will be necessary for registra- cember. ***Why notification now? Because tion. Also please keep in mind that registration for sacra- there will be no registration forms accepted with- ment preparation is not registration for CCE, and BOTH out a copy of your Catholic Baptism Certificate, need to be successfully completed to received First Holy so you may want to start looking for it or order- Communion in the Spring.

ing another from the parish where you were bap- For more information attend Parent Meeting on the fourth tized now. We are looking forward to working floor during your child’s CCE class time Sunday, April 3. with you! We hope you choose to join us.

Youth Ministry News p. 9 Youth Ministry Meeting is this SUNDAY, March 6th at 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm on the second floor. Please re- member to invite a friend to this hour of prayer, fun and fel- lowship.

THANKS to the youth who helped the project leaders during Caritas Day! It was a lot of work but we had a great time. Thank you for showing up 6:45am and stay- ing until we finished cleaning up Stephanie Rocha @ at the end of the day! 281-794-4841 if you A few topics in the Agenda have any questions. • Bring a Friend • Fun, Food and much more!

KC Blood Drive: Sunday, March 13 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Schedule your donation at: http://www.giveblood.org/

Walk up Donors are always welcome.

Loving Embrace Infertility Support Group Meets 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9 pm, monthly meeting rota- tion: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discussion. Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for coping with infertili- ty and explores resources, methods, and options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For rotation infor- mation contact Shannon Lassen at 832-978-6716 or [email protected].

Adult Faith Enrichment & Educational Opportunities

Marriage Preparation: Navigating Your Finances Advance approval required to begin classes. God's Way

• Sunday, March 6: Initial Orientation: Sunday, March 20 at the • Sunday, March 13: FOCCUS Cathedral Centre • Sunday, March 20: Class D (Materials available at Orientation) Location: Cathedral Centre. Please check White Board for First Class on Sunday, April 3. room assignment each time. Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Time: Sign-in: 12:00-12:30/Class: 12:30-2:30p.m. To Register: Contact Selma at Contact the parish at least nine months prior to the desired wedding [email protected] date to register for classes, and book your date. Enrollment is limited so register soon. Out of country weddings require twelve months. Marriage Guidelines: Visit www.sacredhearthouston.org, then “Sacraments—Marriage.” The Patricians

Your are invited to A Catholic Discussion Group explore the possibility of becoming a member of Next Discussion: our Catholic Faith and “A Life Without Christ?” Community. We offer opportunities to enter into When: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 the Process to become Catholic and/ Where: Cathedral Centre, 1701 San Jacinto @ or become a fully Initiated Catholic year round. Please contact us we Jefferson, Houston, TX 77002 would love to hear from you. For more information or to set Time: 7- 9 p.m. Spiritual Director: TBA an appointment to get started Contact: The Legion of Mary at: 832-526-7870 email Selma at [email protected] [email protected]

CONTACT: Selma DeMarco, [email protected] or 713-659-1561, ext. 141.

p. 10 Adult Faith Enrichment & Educational Opportunities

New Charis Ignatian Spirituality Retreat 4th Sunday of Lent: March 6

for Young Adults in their 20’s and 30’s That we may put our complete trust in God to provide all that we need, just as God provided the Israelites with manna until During Lent join others ages 18-35 years old while they arrived in the Promised Land. “No longer was there man- they pause and take a look at the big picture: What na for the Israelites, who that year ate of the yield of the land is important in my life? What am I looking for? of Canaan.” (Joshua 5:12) Over the forty years that the Israel- ites journeyed through the desert, God provided them with Where does Jesus fit in? Find out how other young manna to eat. As soon as they were able to enjoy the fruits of adults answer these questions and take time to focus the Promised Land the manna ceased. Likewise, God’s bless- on your own spiritual journey. Retreat begins at ings to us may change over the years but it is important to trust 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 11 and ends that God will always provide us with all that we need. . at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 (7738 Register Now and Check it Out! Camp Kappe Rd, Plantersville TX 77363) $55 per person. Sponsored by the Office of Young Adult & Campus Ministry at 713-741-8778. FORMED

Register online www.archgh.org/yacm http://formed.org/register/#/registration/individual? ParishCode: 0be7ec (first digit is the number 0) Co-Cathedral Men’s Retreat at Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center GREAT CATHOLIC CONTENT The Catholic men's retreat weekend for the men of our parish at the Holy Name Retreat Center is the weekend of April 8th-10th, with the alternate week- end being April 15th-17th. Questions ??? Call Joe Messa (832) 677-2227.

Men! That Man Is You! Time: 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Place: At the Cathedral Centre. Come Join us any Wednesday! For more information contact: Jeffrey Rice (713) 471-1012/[email protected]"

A Marriage Enrichment Series Tuesdays, March 29 - May 24 From the Church’s Greatest Teachers 9 Weekly Sessions

7:00pm – 8:30pm

Cathedral Centre Cost: $12.00 per couple – for materials only Sponsored by Paradisus Dei

For more information/to sign up, email or text Celina & Larry Monks [email protected] / 832-544-6491 http://www.covenanteyes.com/ is a website worth checking out. It is Covenant Eyes an Internet Accountability and Filtering website. Some articles available on the site are:

You can access this resource “Why You Should Give Up Porn This Lent” online, from home, tablet, smart phone! “How Porn Poisoned a Jewish Atheist and How Jesus Set Him Free” Another Great Catholic educational web site: Christian Meditation Catholic Straight Answers by Rev. William P. Saunders Wed. Evenings at 6:30 PM Parish Library http://catholicstraightanswers.com/ On the first floor of the Cathedral Centre.

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10% Tithing of gross income: Feb 27/28 Year to Date Actual Collection: $38,985* $1,161,491 • 5% to the parish (2 hours of weekly income) • Budgeted Collection: $37,500 $1,212,283 4% to second collections and other worthy charities • 1% to Diocesan Services Fund (DSF) Amount over (Under): $ 1485 ($ 50,792)

*Includes $15,693 from Faith Direct We are having window tinting applied to all the windows in both condo units from V-Kool USA. V-Kool will offer a eGiving through Faith Direct! Enroll today! 15% discount to you and a 10% referral bonus to us if you www.faithdirect.net. Our church code is TX363. choose to purchase their product. Contact Linda Saner at Diocesan Services Fund (DSF) 2016 713-856-8333. www.v-kool-usa.com KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH DINNER DSF mandatory goal: $135,000 2nd KC Lenten — Friday, March 18 Location: 3rd floor. Pledged: $48,360 Dinner: 6 to 9 pm. $10 – adults, $5 – children. Pledged under goal: $86,640 Paid so far: $27,077 Stitching Angels will be meeting & sewing Paid under goal: $107,922 on Sat., March 5 at 9:30 am. Meetings are held at our Sewing Studio. Call for address. First Commun- MINISTRY SUPPORTED BY Holy Cross Chapel – ion veils and Mantillas will be on sale in March. We need do- This ministry offers sacramental and pastoral care to the down- nations of gently used wedding dresses, black formal wear town Houston working community by offering Mass twice dai- or black lace, First Holy Communion clothing for boys and ly, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, educational programs and girls, yarn, crocheting and knitting supplies, fabrics, quilting spiritual activities aimed toward the business and legal commu- and sewing supplies. Cash donations are also welcome. nities as well as a number of other activities for men & women. Contact: Sharon Messa, [email protected] (713) 240-3420 Annual Parish Party on the Lot Altar Server Ministry: If you have received First Holy Communion, you may train to become an Altar Server. All ages Friday, April 1— 6 pm - 10 pm welcome. Next Training Class is Sat., March 26, at a time to be

Mark your calendars and save the date! determined. Contact: Sharon Messa, (713) 240- 3420, [email protected] Pat Chandler has once again agreed to chair this event. Helpers are needed, so if you would like to volunteer, SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND please call the parish office, 713-659-1561 or email Deacon John Carrara [email protected]. Catholic Relief Services

FOCOLARE MOVEMENT is presenting Unity in Diversi- ty, an interreligious conference with Archbishop Fiorenza, Rab- W E D D I N G S bi Steve Morgen (from Congregation Beth Yeshurun) and “And the Two Shall Become One” Imam Qasim Ahmed (from the Islamic Learning Institute) on March 14th at 7 pm in Jones Hall at UST. There will be a 6 pm We are currently scheduling Mass in St. Basil's Chapel with Archbishop Fiorenza. To regis- weddings for 2016 & 2017, for parishioners ter for the event see www.focolare.org/usa/gestures-of-peace and non-parishioners. For the marriage Co-Cathedral Gift Shop Handmade Rosaries, Stations guidelines visit our website at: of the Cross Chaplets, Divine Mercy Chaplets, new Sacred Heart wall crucifixes & other religious items will be available www.sacredhearthouston.org for sale during limited dates in Lent: March 20— 8 am-1 pm. Looking for a reception venue? Cameron Hall-4th floor of the Easter Flowers Cathedral Centre

Please be generous in your contribution For more info about weddings and Cameron Hall, towards our Easter flowers collection, espe- cially since it takes many flowers (and much contact Bree Delphin at: money) to decorate our church. Last year’s cost was [email protected] $4,300. Be generous so that our church will be decorated 713.659.1561 x 131 beautifully. p. 12 The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Outreach Ministry’s 2016 Generosity & Impact Report

678 Volunteers reached out to improve the lives of others and made a huge impact in 3 short hours

308 Pillow Cards with Sweet Words of Faith were placed on shelter pillows for the night guests 528 Cupcakes were baked and decorated for a local Catholic Soup Kitchen 180 Families received a Bean Soup Bag which will serve a family of (6) a healthy hot meal 150 Cozy Critters went to the homebound for their door/window jams to keep cold/hot air out 215 Homeless Children received a special Jar filled with Joy which included a healthy snack & fun activities 250 Brown Bag Lunches with 500 ham sandwiches were made for distribution to the homeless 104 Paper grocery bags were turned into inspirational pieces of art for food pantry distribution 368 Boo Boo Bunnies were made for children who have been rescued from abuse and neglect 150 Senior Living (Low Income) Residents received a beautiful garden makeover to enjoy 40 Homeless U.S. Veterans were provided a Saturday morning Brunch with Bingo 12 U.S. Military Women at risk of homelessness received Welcome Home Kits for their new homes 496 Snack packs were packaged for our homeless friends who come to us for help 362 Meals were prepared for delivery thru Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors 40 Child History pages for Lifebooks were made for children in fostercare waiting for their forever family 3271 Hot meals were prepared for the Kidz Café/For low income school children 800 Pairs of donated shoes were cleaned, sized & packaged for those in need this Easter 40 Birthday Boxes were packed to provide children living in shelter or foster care with a Birthday 4 Women struggling with mental illness were provided with a Blessed Breakfast & Prayer Craft 191 Letters were written to our U.S. Military Troops sending thanks and encouragement 40 Starter Kits were prepared for Refugee Families beginning their new lives in Houston 20 Children waiting for their forever families were given a fun play day by our volunteers 1503 Individuals were provided supplemental food from our Community Food Distribution 200 Hope Totes were decorated/filled with hygiene essentials for survivors of Human Trafficking & Refugees 219 Fleece Caps were made for Kids battling cancer and receiving chemotherapy 342 Pairs of new socks with snacks and essentials were packaged for day laborers and homeless 105 Shower & Shave Hygiene kits were prepared for a local day center for the homeless 624 Easter eggs were filled with words of encouragement & treats for patients at San Jose Clinic 4840 Individuals received nutritional food boxes through our volunteer efforts with the Houston Food Bank 10,000 High Nutritional Meals were packaged and sent to children living in Africa 5 Easter Blessing (Table) Cloths with works of art and inspiration were made for a local shelter 1 Large Wooden Wheelchair Ramp was built to replace stairs at a home for a disabled teen 1 Community Garden was replanted, harvested and cleaned to serve those with mental illness 1 Chicken Coop was built to serve as therapy for individuals with mental illness 1 Catholic Cemetery was cleaned and beautified Thousands of Wild Flowers were planted for beautiful spring blooms!

Whether by a hot meal or an act of kindness –25,926 individuals p. 13 Were touched by a friend from the Co Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

Over 2,034 Volunteer Hours were given for Caritas Day Saving our partner agencies $50,000 in expenses AND An estimated $8,000 of financial and in kind donations, helped us help others. THANK YOU EVERYONE!

p. 14 Ash Wednesday 10 Things to & Remember Lenten for Schedule Lent 1. Remember the formula. The Church does a good job capturing certain truths with easy-to-remember lists and for- mulas: 10 Commandments, 7 sacraments, 3 persons in the Trinity. For Lent, the Church gives us almost a slogan— Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving—as the three things we need to work on during the season. 2. It’s a time of prayer. Lent is essentially an act of prayer spread out over 40 days. As we pray, we go on a journey, one that hopefully brings us closer to Christ and leaves us changed by the encounter with him. 3. It’s a time to fast. With the fasts of Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, meatless Fridays, and our personal dis- ciplines interspersed, Lent is the only time many Catholics these days actually fast. And maybe that’s why it gets all the attention. “What are you giving up for Lent? Hotdogs? Beer? Jelly beans?” It’s almost a game for some of us, but fast- ing is actually a form of penance, which helps us turn away from sin and toward Christ. 4. It’s a time to work on discipline. The 40 days of Lent are also a good, set time to work on personal discipline in general. Instead of giving something up, it can be doing something positive. “I’m going to exercise more. I’m going to pray more. I’m going to be nicer to my family, friends and coworkers.” 5. It’s about dying to yourself. The more serious side of Lenten discipline is that it’s about more than self-control – it’s about finding aspects of yourself that are less than Christ-like and letting them die. The suffering and death of Christ are foremost on our minds during Lent, and we join in these mysteries by suffering, dying with Christ and being resur- rected in a purified form. 6. Don’t do too much. It’s tempting to make Lent some ambitious period of personal reinvention, but it’s best to keep it simple and focused. There’s a reason the Church works on these mysteries year after year. We spend our en- tire lives growing closer to God. Don’t try to cram it all in one Lent. That’s a recipe for failure. 7. Lent reminds us of our weakness. Of course, even when we set simple goals for ourselves during Lent, we still have trouble keeping them. When we fast, we realize we’re all just one meal away from hunger. In both cases, Lent shows us our weakness. This can be painful, but recognizing how helpless we are makes us seek God’s help with renewed urgency and sincerity. 8. Be patient with yourself. When we’re confronted with our own weakness during Lent, the temptation is to get angry and frustrated. “What a bad person I am!” But that’s the wrong lesson. God is calling us to be patient and to see ourselves as he does, with unconditional love. 9. Reach out in charity. As we experience weakness and suffering during Lent, we should be renewed in our compas- sion for those who are hungry, suffering or otherwise in need. The third part of the Lenten formula is almsgiving. It’s about more than throwing a few extra dollars in the collection plate; it’s about reaching out to others and helping them without question as a way of sharing the experience of God’s unconditional love. 10. Learn to love like Christ. Giving of ourselves in the midst of our suffering and self-denial brings us closer to loving like Christ, who suffered and poured himself out unconditionally on cross for all of us. Lent is a journey through the desert to the foot of the cross on Good Friday, as we seek him out, ask his help, join in his suffering, and learn to love like him.

Source: http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-year/lent/journey-to-the-foot-of-the-cross-10-things-to-remember-for-lent.cfm Rediscovering the Sacrament of Penance

Has it been a while since your last confession? Do you have questions about the Sacrament such as:

• It has been so long, I cannot remember the words… • I have committed too many sins, the priest will never forgive me... • Does the Church still teach that we have to go to Confession... • What's the Sacrament even called? Is it Penance, Reconciliation or Confession… • If you have experienced one of these thoughts you are not alone.

The following website contains resources to help you rediscover the Sacrament of Penance and answer questions about the Church and Church teachings. There is also a 3 minute video about this Sacrament. http://www.usccb.org/prayer- and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/penance/sacrament-of-penance-resources-for-individuals.cfm

"We need to reject the desire to identify only with those who are sinless. How could the Church have excluded sinners from her ranks? It is for their salvation that Jesus took flesh, died and rose again. We must therefore learn to live Christian penance with sin- cerity. By practicing it, we confess individual sins in union with others, before them and before God." — Pope Benedict XVI, Meeting with Clergy in Poland, May 25, 2006.

4º Domingo de Cuaresma p. 15 Liturgia Ministerios Espirituales -Preludio del Órgano: Nimrod de las Variaciones Enigma Estudio Bíblico: Conozca al Señor mejor a través de nuestro (Edward Elgar 1857-1934) platica de Biblia, cada lunes a las 6 pm en la biblioteca del pri- mer piso del Centro Catedral, conducido por el Diacono Daniel. -Antífona de Entrada: Alégrate, Jerusalén, y todos los que la amáis, reuníos. Regocijaos con ella todos los que participáis de su La Legión de María: Debajo del liderazgo de María, cultive su duelo y quedaréis saciados con la abundancia de sus consuelos. relación con Cristo cada lunes a las 7:15 pm en la biblioteca del primer piso del Centro Catedral, para rezar el santo rosario, -Entrada: Entre Tus Manos (#671) reflexionar sobres las enseñanzas del Señor, y hacer planes para -Salmo: El Señor ha estado grande con nosotros, y estamos servir al Señor. alegres. Plática y Reflexiones sobre las Lecturas de la Misa: Prepá- -Canto de Ofertorio: Amémonos de Corazón (#507) rese para la Santa Misa y aprenda más acerca del sendero del -Sanctus (Misa Gregoriana, #92) Señor cada domingo a las 5:45 pm en el tercer piso del Centro Catedral. -Cada Vez (Misal Romano) Monaguillos: Niños, sirven a Dios en el altar como un verda- dero monaguillo. Hablen con el Diacono Daniel en la entrada de la Co-Catedral. Música Litúrgica Denle gloria a Dios por medio de su voz, cantándole y alabán-

-Amen (Misa Gregoriana, #94) dole, como miembros del coro. No necesitan experiencia, solo su voluntad para alabarle con himnos hermosos al Señor. Practi- -Agnus Dei (Misa Gregoriana, #96) camos cada domingo a las 6 de la tarde en el Centro Catedral. -Antífona de Comunión: [Oportet] Alégrate, hijo, mío, porque tu hermano estaba muerto y ha vuelto a la vida, estaba perdido y lo Palabras del Papa Francisco hemos encontrado. (Le 15, 32) !La Alegría de Dios Es Perdonar! -Comunión: Purifícame, Señor (#748) -Salida: Grita, Profeta (#676) La alegría de Dios es la alegría de un pastor que encuentra a su ovejita; la alegría de una mujer que encuentra su moneda; es la -Postludio del Órgano: una improvisación alegría de un padre que vuelve a recibir en casa al hijo que se había perdido, que estaba como muerto y ha vuelto a la vida. Ha vuelto a casa. ¡Aquí está todo el Evangelio! ¡Pero miren que Cuando su padre lo vio y se no es sentimiento, no es ostentación de buenos sentimientos! Al enterneció profundamente. contrario, la misericordia es la verdadera fuerza que puede sal- Corrió hacia él, y echándole var al hombre y al mundo del cáncer que es el pecado, el mal los brazos al cuello, lo cubrió moral, el mal espiritual. Solo el amor llena los vacíos, los abis- de besos. El muchacho le dijo: 'Padre, he pecado con- mos negativos que el mal abre en el corazón y en la historia. tra el cielo y contra ti; ya no Sólo el amor puede hacer esto. Y ésta es la alegría de Dios. merezco llamarme hijo tuyo'. Jesús es toda misericordia, Jesús es todo amor: es Dios hecho Pero el padre les dijo a sus hombre. Cada uno de nosotros es la oveja perdida, la moneda criados: '¡Pronto!, traigan la perdida, cada uno de nosotros es el hijo que ha desperdiciado su túnica más rica y vístansela; propia libertad siguiendo ídolos falsos, espejismos de felicidad, pónganle un anillo en el dedo y ha perdido todo. Sin embargo, Dios no nos olvida, el Padre no y sandalias en los pies; trai- nos abandona jamás. Pero es un Padre paciente, nos espera gan el becerro gordo y má- siempre. Respeta nuestra libertad, pero permanece siempre fiel. tenlo. Comamos y hagamos Y cuando volvemos a Él, nos acoge como hijos, en su casa, una fiesta, porque este hijo porque no deja jamás, ni siquiera por un momento, de esperar- mío estaba muerto y ha vuelto nos, con amor. Debemos advertir sobre el peligro de asumir que a la vida, estaba perdido y lo somos justos, y juzgar a los demás. Juzgamos también a Dios, hemos encontrado'. Y empezó porque pensamos que debería castigar a los pecadores, conde- el banquete. narlos a muerte, en lugar de perdonar. ¡Entonces sí que corre- mos el riesgo de permanecer fuera de la casa del Padre! Como ese hermano mayor de la parábola, que en lugar de estar con- Anuncios tento porque su hermano ha vuelto, se enoja con el padre que lo ha recibido y hace fiesta. Si en nuestro corazón no hay miseri- El Vía Crucis: Medite en el sufrimiento salvífica de Jesucristo. cordia, la alegría del perdón, no estamos en comunión con Cada domingo durante el tiempo de Cuaresma a las 6:40 PM. Dios, incluso si observamos todos los preceptos, porque es el La Palabra entre Nosotros está en venta en por $2.00. La Pala- amor el que salva, no la sola práctica de los preceptos. Es el bra entre Nosotros tiene las meditaciones espirituales de cada amor por Dios y por el prójimo lo que da cumplimiento a todos día del tiempo cuaresmal y los artículos de religiosidad. los mandamientos. Jesús nos llama a todos a seguir este ca- mino: ‘Sean misericordiosos, como su Padre es misericordioso’ La Santa Biblia está en venta por $7.00.