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CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MATTHEW THE APOSTLE, WASHINGTON, D.C. September 22, 2013

TODAY’S READINGS

he master commended that dishonest steward for acting

prudently.” (Luke 16:8) That’s right. The “hero” in this parable is a dishonest man

who cheated his way out of a tough situation. Many commentators think the steward had been overcharging his master’s debtors so that he could take the extra money for himself. So by reducing their debts to reflect the amount they actually owed, the steward not only got rid of the evidence of his wrongdoing, he also won over the debtors. With a reputation for generosity and fair play, he could have had any job he wanted!

The prudence that Jesus highlighted in this parable is a matter of skillfully using available resources to accomplish a desired goal. This is the kind of shrewdness that Jesus wants us to take up as well. He’s not asking us to do anything dishonest, of course. But he is asking us to be careful, clever, even calculating as we live in this darkened world.

So what are some ways we can be shrewd? How about when dealing with our own sin? We are all capable of justifying ourselves, overlooking sin or explaining it away when we want to. What’s more, the devil likes to capitalize on that tendency, trying to trick us into sin. So be shrewd! Don’t fall into the trap of easy explanations or feeble excuses.

Or how about when you want to help someone come to know the Lord? You know that simply talking about the Apostles’ Creed won’t likely win people over. You have to find the right approach, the right words, and the right opportunities to share your faith. And that takes some strategizing as well as careful thought and prayer. It takes learning how to be “all things to all” people (1 Corinthians 9:22).

Being shrewd and prudent is the best way to build the kingdom. So may we all learn from today’s “dishonest steward”—without becoming dishonest ourselves!

“Jesus, help me to find creative ways to grow closer to you and to

share your love. Lord, make me a shrewd evangelist!” Taken from The Word Among Us, September 2013, Vol. 33, Number 8: Used with

permission.

THIS WEEK’S READINGS

Sunday 22 Is 61:1-3,6,8-9 / Eph 4:1-7,11-13 / Mt 9:9-13 St. Matthew (celebrated at the 11:30am and 1pm Masses)

Monday 23 Ezr 1:1-6 / Lk 8:16-18 St. Pius of Pietrelcina

Tuesday 24 Ezr 6:7-8,12,14-20 / Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday 25 Ezr 9:5-9 / Lk 9:1-6 Thursday 26 Hg 1:1-8 / Lk 9:7-9 St. Cosmas and St. Damian

Friday 27 Hg 2:1-9 / Lk 9:18-22 St. Vincent de Paul

Saturday 28 Zec 2:5-9,14-15 / Lk 9:43-45 St. Wenceslaus and St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions Sunday 29 Am 6:1,4-7 / 1 Tm 6:11-16 / Lk 16:19-31

PARISH CALENDAR September 22 - 29

SUNDAY 22—Solemnity of St. Matthew the Apostle (celebrated by the Cathedral parish at the 11:30am and 1pm Masses) Fr. Stockhausen preaches at all Masses except the 1pm Mass. Hospitality receptions and a Ministry Fair are held in the North Conference Room following all Masses.

Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana. Habrá confesiones en español después de la misa de 1:00 de la tarde.

Fr. Stockhausen gives a reflection on “Jesus: The Word Made Flesh” at 7:30pm in the Cathedral, followed by Hospitality in the North Conference Room.

MONDAY 23—Fr. Stockhausen gives a reflection on “Contemplating the Body of Christ” at 7:30pm in the Cathedral, followed by Hospitality in the North Conference Room.

TUESDAY 24—El Grupo de oración continúa con las reflexiones en este Año de la Fe a las 7:00 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste.

Fr. Stockhausen gives a reflection on “Being the Body of Christ” at 7:30pm in the Cathedral.

WEDNESDAY 25—Breaking Open the Word meets at 7pm in the West Conference Room.

THURSDAY 26—Legión de María se reunirá a las 6:30 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Este. The Respect Life Committee meets at 6:45pm in the West Conference Room.

SATURDAY 27—A Rosary for Life is prayed after the 8am Mass in procession to the Planned Parenthood facility on 16th Street, NW.

SUNDAY 29—Las clases de Catequesis, Catecumenado y Catequesis Familiar continúan a las 11:00 de la mañana.

Paul Hardy, Cathedral Organist, gives a recital at 3pm in the Cathedral.

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TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

PARISH HIGHLIGHTS

The universal Church observed the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, on Saturday, September 21. That day was joyfully celebrated as a solemnity here at St. Matthew’s, with music (cantor and organ) at the 12:10pm Mass.

Our parish family also celebrates the Feast of St. Matthew as a solemnity with special readings and prayers at today’s (Sunday’s) 11:30am and 1pm (Spanish) Masses. We invite you to continue the celebration at Hospitality receptions in the North Conference Room following all Sunday Masses and the 5:30pm Vigil Mass on September 21. Other highlights are our Ministry Fair being held at the Hospitality receptions, and a series of evening reflections, beginning this evening at 7:30pm, in the Cathedral by Jesuit Father Gerard Stockhausen as part of our Parish Mission (see the flyer).

Jesus’ calling of Matthew to discipleship, which is the subject of the Gospel reading for the Feast of St. Matthew at the 11:30am and 1pm Masses today, is depicted in the mural in the west transept of the Cathedral (shown in part above) entitled The Calling

of St. Matthew—take a moment and take a look !

Dear Friends,

It is with great joy that the Cathedral of

St. Matthew the Apostle will be

embarking on a 12-day pilgrimage to

Vienna, Salzburg and Prague, April 23 -

May 4, 2014. We would like to

personally invite you, your relatives and

your friends, to join us on this special

trip, which promises to be an exciting,

enjoyable and spiritually uplifting experience for all.

A visit to the Alpine Region of

Europe has a wonderful mix of

history, breathtaking views,

Marian shrines, and musical

venues. I hope you will join me in

strengthening our relationship

with Mary in prayer and fellowship by visiting so

many blessed churches in this region.

Join us for what promises to be a memorable

experience to cherish. We look forward to having you

with us!

Sincerely,

Reverend Msgr. W. Ronald Jameson, VF, Rector

FAITH FORMATION

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC? – Throughout the year, adults come forward seeking to learn about the Catholic faith. For those who are interested in learning about the Catholic faith or thinking about becoming Catholic, St. Matthew’s offers Inquiry, a casual, ongoing conversation about the Catholic faith, once a month. Inquiry is the first step in the process of discerning one’s commitment to full initiation in the Catholic Church. Inquiry meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30pm in the East Conference Room. A brief overview of the entire adult initiation process (RCIA), which begins formally in June each year, can be presented after Inquiry for those who are interested. The next Inquiry will be held Wednesday, October 9. For more information, contact Heather Kinney at [email protected].

ANNOUNCING ST. MATTHEW’S PARTICIPATION: WALKING WITH PURPOSE CATHOLIC WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY AT GEORGETOWN EPIPHANY CATHOLIC CHURCH – Are you interested in getting together with a group of women to explore your faith? Would you like to see how the Scriptures apply to your everyday life? If so, we invite you to consider joining Walking with Purpose, a weekly Catholic women’s Bible study, this fall. Please bring a friend, and join us for a WWP introductory talk, “Are We There Yet? GPS for Your Spiritual Journey,” on Wednesday, September 25 from 7 to 8:30pm or Thursday, September 26 from 9 to 11am in the Parish Hall at Georgetown Epiphany Catholic Church (2712 Dumbarton Street NW). For questions or to RSVP, contact [email protected] or Biz Blee at 202-251-5702 or Linda O’Connor at 571-334-4747. For more information on Walking with Purpose, go to www.walkingwithpurpose.com. WWP will meet Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30pm and Thursdays from 9 to 11am in the Parish Hall at Epiphany Catholic Church in Georgetown. Choose the day that best fits your schedule. Childcare will be offered. We hope to “walk” with you this fall! Registration forms

are available at the Cathedral entrance, in the rectory, and

on the parish website.

FAITH DIRECT – Busy with work and family after summer fun? Don’t forget to include St. Matthew’s in your fall planning! What’s the best way to ensure that St. Matthew’s receives the support needed for our operations, ministries and programs in the busy fall months ahead? eGiving through Faith Direct! Please consider enrolling today at www.faithdirect.net. Our church code is DC284.


STEWARDSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN THE RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY FOR MONTHLY ACTIVITIES – St. Matthew’s Respect Life Ministry focuses on promoting and cultivating a culture of life and witnessing to the dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. All are invited to participate in our monthly committee meeting on Thursday, September 26 at 6:45pm in the West Conference Room. The monthly rosary procession to Planned Parenthood will be on Saturday, September 28, after the 8am Mass; we will gather inside the Cathedral main entrance.

For more information on our monthly activities or the following upcoming special events, contact Justin Silvers at [email protected].

• 40 Days for Life - Vigil September 24 - Prayer and reception after. September 25 is the official start for the 40 Days Fall campaign. Pray, fast, or keep vigil during this time.

• “Out of the Darkness”, Suicide Prevention Walk - September 28, 5pm. Look for “St. Matthew’s Respect Life” to register or make a donation at http://AFSP.DonorDrive.com/Event/DC.

UNBOUND: 5th ANNUAL WALK TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING – Formerly the Stop Modern Slavery Walk, this event last year raised over $98,000 and drew over 2000 attendees! UNBOUND is organized entirely by the community volunteers of DC Stop Modern Slavery, and includes a walk around the Washington Monument, a resource fair with dozens of anti-trafficking organizations, live music, and luminary speakers. Date: Saturday, October 5 at 10am Location: Washington Monument (15th & Constitution) Registration: You MUST pre-register for the event. Onsite registration will NOT be available. Registration Levels: General Admission $25 (includes event t-shirt). Student registration: $15 (includes event t-shirt *Student ID Required*) Child registration: Free Register with St. Matthew’s Respect Life Ministry team, “Respect Life,” at http://www.firstgiving.com/ team/244401. Email Justin Silvers at [email protected] if you plan to attend.

NEWS AND NOTES

SACRAMENTAL LIFE AT ST. MATTHEW’S – Last month parishes shared statistics with the Archdiocese regarding their finances and sacramental life. I thought you might be interested in seeing some of these figures. The number of marriages this past year is of particular interest—99 weddings took place here, but that figure does not include the many couples who our clergy prepared for marriage but were wed elsewhere. Fr. Rafael and I spend hours each week with our couples, and we love it! Time consuming, yes, but so rewarding! It is very special to receive a request for a baptism, or a surprise visit (often with children in tow) from a couple with whom I have worked at some point during my 18 years here. Yes, we are a sacramentally and spiritually vibrant parish! ̶Msgr. Jameson RED MASS – The 61st Annual Red Mass will be held at the Cathedral on Sunday, October 6 at 10am. The John Carroll Society hosts the Red Mass for its members and guests, including many government officials with attendant security. It is open to the public, but attendance by the Society’s members and guests is very high. If you normally attend the 10am Mass, you may wish to consider attending another Mass that weekend. Please note that the 8:30am

Mass is cancelled that day. If you plan to attend the Red Mass, please arrive early as the fire marshal will not allow entry once the Cathedral is filled to capacity. Thank you for helping us extend the Cathedral’s hospitality to the John Carroll Society for this celebration.

YOUNG ADULTS C†YA at Mass Weekly on Sundays – 5:30pm – Cathedral – Don’t sit alone at Mass! Instead, celebrate with other young adult parishioners. Join us in the first few rows on the right of the nave, in front of the pulpit near the choir – look for the “reserved” signs on the pews. Contact: Lara [email protected].

C†YA for Hospitality and the Ministry Fair – Sunday, September 22 – after 5:30pm Mass – North Conference Room – Hospitality returns after a summer vacation! This month will feature the parish Ministry Fair, so it’s a perfect time to learn more about the many ministries and programs at the Cathedral and get involved. Or, just stop by for snacks and fellowship with other young adults and parishioners. Contact: Eileen at [email protected].

2012-13 2011-12 Baptisms 147 155 Marriages 99 68 Funerals 9 9 First Communions 33 45 Confirmations 149 154

TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

NOTICIAS DE LA PARROQUIA

CELEBRACIÓN DE LA FIESTA DE SAN MATEO 21-22 DE SEPTIEMBRE – Al finalizar las misas de hoy vengan a celebrar la festividad de nuestro patrón San Mateo. Será un gran evento social, con bebidas y aperitivos, en un ambiente agradable en el salón de conferencias del Norte. De esta forma también estaremos respaldando nuestra Feria de Ministerios, la cual nos permite una vez al año reunirnos y educarnos en los muchos ministerios y las buenas obras que emprenden nuestros feligreses. Únanse a la celebración con amigos, hagan nuevas amistades en la comunidad y vean cómo seguimos los pasos de San Mateo, "el Regalo de Dios", compartiendo nuestros dones, tiempo y talento con nuestros feligreses y nuestra comunidad. Solo siga los carteles o las indicaciones de los ujieres para bajar al salón de conferencias del Norte. ¡Nos vemos allí! UNASE CON EL MINISTERIO DEL RESPETO A LA VIDA PARA ACTIVIDADES MENSUALES – El Ministerio de Respecto a la Vida se enfoca en promover y cultivar una cultura de vida y ser testigo de la dignidad de toda vida humana desde la concepción a la muerte natural. Todos son invitados a participar en nuestra reunión mensual el jueves 26 de septiembre a las 6:45 de la tarde en el salón del Oeste. La procesión mensual del rosario es el sábado 28 de septiembre,

después de la misa de las 8:00 de la mañana y nos reuniremos dentro de la Catedral en la entrada central para caminar a Planned Parenthood.

• 40 Días por la Vida - Vigilia 24 de septiembre – Oración y recepción. El 25 de septiembre es el comienzo oficial para la campaña de otoño de 40 Días. Recen, ayunen o mantengan vigilia durante este tiempo.

• “Saliendo de la Oscuridad,” caminata para la prevención del suicidio – 28 de septiembre, 5:00 de la tarde

• Caminata contra el tráfico humano – 5 de octubre, National Mall. Información más adelante.

Para más información, póngase en contacto con Justin Silvers al [email protected]. Para español, llame a Norma Canedo en la rectoría. ESTA ES NUESTRA FE – Continúa la serie de reflexiones en este Año de la Fe, auspiciadas por el Ministerio Hispano. Este martes 24 de septiembre el tema es: “Los Mandamientos: Amarás a Dios Sobre todas las Cosas. Fiel a la Escritura y siguiendo el ejemplo de Jesús, la tradición de la Iglesia ha reconocido en el Decálogo una importancia y una significación primordial. ¿Cuales son los diez mandamientos? ¿Que enseña Jesús sobre los mandamientos? Como me ayudan los Mandamientos a caminar por el sendero que lleva a Dios? ¿Cuales son mis deberes para con Dios? La reflexión comienza a las 7:00 de la tarde en el salón de conferencias del Oeste durante el grupo de oración.

VIDA SACRAMENTAL EN SAN MATEO – Agosto es el mes en que las parroquias comparten estadísticas con la Arquidiócesis en relación con sus finanzas y vida sacramental. Pienso que les interesaría ver algunos de los datos. El número de matrimonios el pasado año es de interés particular—99 matrimonios se celebraron aquí, pero no están incluidas las muchas parejas que fueron preparadas para el matrimonio pero que se casaron en otros lugares. Padre Rafael y yo, pasamos muchas horas cada semana con nuestras parejas, y ¡nos gusta! ¡Somos una parroquia sacramentalmente y espiritualmente vibrante! –Mons. Jameson SE NECESITAN ALMUERZOS PARA EL PROGRAMA DE LOS DESAMPARADOS – El Ministerio de los Desamparados de San Mateo está en necesidad de voluntarios que provean almuerzos en bolsas para más de 60 individuos pobres y sin hogar quienes vienen los lunes para desayunar, participar en la charla sobre el Evangelio, y recibir una bolsa de almuerzo y artículos de higiene personal. Si puede proveer almuerzos una vez al mes, cada dos meses, o una sola vez, por favor póngase en contacto con Norma Canedo al 202-347-3215 o ncanedo @stmatthewscathedral.org ¡Muchas gracias!

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Domingo 22 Is 61:1-3,6,8-9 / Ef 4:1-7,11-13 / San Mateo (celebración) Mt 9:9-13 Lunes 23 Esd 1:1-6 / Lc 8:16-18 San Pío de Pietrelcina Martes 24 Esd 6:7-8,12,14-20 / Lc 8:19-21 Nuestra Señora de la Merced

Miércoles 25 Esd 9:5-9 / Lc 9:1-6 Jueves 26 Ag 1:1-8 /Lc 9:7-9 San Cosme y San Damían

Viernes 27 Ag 2:1-9 / Lc 9:18-22 San Vicente de Paúl

Sábado 28 Za 2:5-9,14-15 / Lc 9:43-45 San Wesceslao de Bohemia

Domingo 29 Am 6:1,4-7 / 1 Tim 6:11-16 / Lc 16:19-31

2012-13 2011-12

Bautizos 147 155 Matrimonios 99 68 Funerales 9 9 Comuniones 33 45 Confirmaciones 149 154


LAS LECTURAS DE HOY

esús no elogió al mal administrador por su falta de honestidad, sino por su astucia para procurarse amistades a quienes

recurrir en su día de necesidad. Con esta parábola Jesús quería explicar que los que buscan el Reino de Dios no siempre actúan con la habilidad o sagacidad de quienes viven para las posesiones materiales.

Los que llevan una vida puramente materialista actúan con astucia cuando tienen que tomar decisiones para sus negocios o finanzas personales, en cambio los cristianos no suelen buscar el Reino de Dios con toda su inteligencia y dedicación. En realidad, Jesús nos desafía a ser tan astutos para buscar su Reino como lo somos para procurarnos el dinero y los bienes que consideramos necesarios.

¿Por qué somos indiferentes con las bendiciones eternas del Reino, y tan astutos y diligentes para buscar las bendiciones pasajeras de este mundo? La respuesta es que todo depende de aquello a lo que le atribuimos valor y prioridad: ¿Qué es lo más importante para nosotros: vivir para ganar dinero en este mundo o asegurar que tendremos comunión eterna con Dios?

Ciertamente no debemos vivir solo para ganar dinero ni cerrar el corazón ante la necesidad de los pobres, porque el dinero se nos da para usarlo con prudencia y compartirlo con el que no tiene.

En efecto, es imposible amar a Dios y al dinero al mismo tiempo. El uso que damos al dinero revela, inevitablemente, cuánto nos preocupamos por los pobres y si estamos dispuestos a compartir lo que tenemos con los necesitados. No es fácil ser generoso con el dinero que tanto nos ha costado ganar, pero si le pedimos al Señor que nos libere del apego a los bienes materiales y nos abra el corazón, poco a poco actuaremos con generosidad y amor desinteresado.

“Amado Señor, quiero que tú seas mi único

Dios y Señor y quiero pertenecerte y serte fiel

todos los días de mi vida. Ayúdame, Señor, a

desapegarme de los bienes materiales y no

permitas que me deje llevar por el amor al

dinero.” Escogida con el permiso de La Palabra Entre Nosotros, Vol.

32, Número 8: septiembre 2013.

MARRIAGE

Couples who are inter-ested in celebrating the Sacrament of Marriage at the Cathedral are encouraged to visit the parish website to review our guidelines for weddings. The next step is to call the Rectory at 202-347-3215 and ask for the priest of your choice or the priest on duty, who can speak to you about marriage preparation and the possibility of scheduling your wedding ceremony at the Cathedral. Couples are expected to contact us at least nine (9) months in advance of the date on which they hope to celebrate their wedding.

BAPTISM

Parents who wish to have their child baptized at the Cathedral should contact the Baptismal Coordinator at the Rectory at 202-347-3215 x555 or baptism@ stmatthewscathedral.org. Parents are encouraged to make contact with us at least six (6) months in advance of a desired baptismal date, at which time they may ask for the priest of their choice to perform the Baptism. This early contact enables parents to be scheduled for the necessary sacramental formation session before the child’s baptism and allows time for sponsors to obtain letters from their parish pastor.

MASS INTENTIONS September 22 – 29

Sunday, September 22 7am – Thanksgiving 8:30am – Rudolf & Zita Baier 10am – All Parishioners 11:30am – Mária & Radovan Mendel

(living) 1pm – Gloria T. Mora (living) 5:30pm – Frantiska Lyskova (living)

Monday, September 23 7am – MaryAnn Luciano 8am – Ona Colasante (living) 12:10pm – Lina Padilla (living) 5:30pm – Grant Thill

Tuesday, September 24 7am – Brooksie, Myrtle & Bessie Banks 8am – Deacon James Conner 12:10pm – Rudy Corsi 5:30pm – Doris Farah

Wednesday, September 25 7am – Elgin Sanders (living) 8am – Michael Gray (living) 12:10pm – Tom Barry 5:30pm – Nazario Avendaño

Thursday, September 26 7am – Blanca Lozano 8am – Barbara Butler 12:10pm – Nilton Lira de Aguiar 5:30pm – Anna Halaby

Friday, September 27 7am – Brigitte & Nicole Kekeh 8am – S. Sheikh (living) 12:10pm – Brendan Kelly 5:30pm – James & Edna Evelyn Clark

Saturday, September 28 8am – Juana Salgado 12:10pm – Kathleen Goggin 5:30pm – Josephine Racine

Sunday, September 29 7am – Vince & Nancy Pisciotta (living) 8:30am – All Parishioners 10am – Betty Jane Hershey 11:30am – Daniel Santos 1pm – Lesly & Yagixa Bronfield 5:30pm – Sara & James Tressler (living)

To arrange a Mass intention, speak to our

receptionist in the Rectory. There is no fee but an

offering is customary. Intentions are reserved in

advance so particular dates may be unavailable.

Se les recuerda a todas las personas que deseen

ofrecer misas por sus difuntos, que tienen que

reservarlas por lo menos con tres meses de

antelación debido a que solo tenemos

una misa en español.

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Parish Mission

PRAYING WITH THE

BODY OF CHRIST

Saturday, September 21-Tuesday, September 24

Join us for:

Preaching at 5:30pm Vigil Mass on Saturday and at 7am, 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am, and 5:30pm Masses on Sunday

Evening reflections at 7:30pm Sunday and at 7pm Monday and Tuesday in the Cathedral with light receptions to follow in the North Conference Room on Monday and Tuesday

Sunday – Jesus: The Word Made Flesh

Monday – Contemplating the Body of Christ

Tuesday – Being the Body of Christ

The evening session on Tuesday will include the celebration of the Eucharist.

CATHEDRAL OF

ST. MATTHEW

THE APOSTLE

1725 Rhode Island Ave NW

Washington, DC 20036 202-347-3215

www.stmatthewscathedral.org

Metro: Red Line to Farragut

North or Dupont Circle

All are welcome!

No RSVP necessary

A collection will be taken up each

night of the mission. Free-will

donations are greatly appreciated.

Contact: Heather Kinney,

Director of Faith Formation,

[email protected]

or 202-347-3215 x530

Presented by Jesuit Father Gerard L. Stockhausen

Father Gerard L. Stockhausen, SJ serves as Socius/Executive Secretary to the President and Director of Planning for the Jesuit Conference in

Washington, DC. Father Stockhausen, a member of the Wisconsin Province of the Society of Jesus, is the former President of University of

Detroit Mercy. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Michigan; a master’s degree in social ethics and a Master of Divinity

degree from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, California; and a master’s degree in mathematics and a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from St. Louis University. Father Stockhausen frequently presides at

weekday Masses at St. Matthew’s Cathedral.

FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH

As the Year of Faith continues, St. Matthew’s annual Fall Lecture Series will focus on the articles of the Nicene Creed, the faith we profess at Mass on Sundays.

What do the words of the Nicene Creed mean? What do the truths expressed in these words mean for how we live our lives? Join us for this series of informative and inspirational talks by noted local theologians,

concluding with His Eminence Donald Cardinal Wuerl.

Week 1 — Wednesday, October 2 or Thursday, October 3

THE HISTORY OF THE CREED Rev. Berard Marthaler, OFM Conv (author, The Creed: The Apostolic Faith in Contemporary Theology)


GOD THE FATHER Ms. Sara Blauvelt (Director, Office for Catechesis, Archdiocese of Washington)


JESUS CHRIST Rev. Frank Donio, SAC (Director, Catholic Apostolate Center)


THE HOLY SPIRIT Rev. Kevin Nadolski, OSFS (Director, Development and Communications,

Wilmington-Philadelphia Province, Oblates of St. Francis de Sales)

Week 5 — Thursday, October 31 only

THE CHURCH Donald Cardinal Wuerl (Archbishop of Washington;

author, Faith that Transforms Us: Reflections on the Creed)

Fall Lecture Series Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle

Wednesday lectures: 12:45pm to 1:45pm

Thursday lectures: 7pm to 8pm

Lectures will be held in the North Conference Room.

Cardinal Wuerl’s lecture on Thursday, October 31 will

be held in the Cathedral.

Follow the directional signs to the lectures. Lectures

are free and open to the public. Join us for any or all.

No RSVP necessary.

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle

1725 Rhode Island Avenue NW ▪ Washington, DC 20036

202-347-3215 ▪ www.stmatthewscathedral.org

Metro: Red Line to Farragut North (L Street exit) or

Dupont Circle (South exit)

Parking: limited metered street parking or

public garage next to Cathedral

($10 per hour before 4pm-$16 daily max or

$5 flat fee after 4pm)

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle

Office of Music Ministry Presents

Organ Recital

Paul Hardy Cathedral Organist

Featuring works of

J. S. Bach, W. A. Mozart,

Johannes Brahms,

César Frank

and

Toccata from

Jongen’s Symphonie

Concertante An original transcription by the

performer

Sunday, September 29th

3:00 pm

Free-will offering, Open to the public.

Donations will support the completion of the Great Organ of the Cathedral

For more information, please contact the Office of Music Ministry

at 202/587-5141

Saturday, September 28th 6:30 - 10:30pmSt. Thomas The Apostle Parish Hall

2013

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle English as a Second Language Program

Programa de Inglés como Segundo Idioma

General Information The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program forms part of the Cathedral’s Social Justice & Community Services Ministries. This all-volunteer program provides English language instruction to adults (ages 18 and up) during three semesters each year: Fall, Spring and Summer. Language instruction is provided at Level 1 (Beginner) through Level 5 (Advanced) and classes are held at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. The following is information regarding the upcoming Summer Semester which focuses on conversation. Información General El Programa de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL, por sus siglas en inglés) forma parte de los ministerios de Justicia Social & Servicios Comunitarios de la Catedral. Es un programa de voluntariado que proporciona enseñanza del idioma inglés para adultos (de 18 años de edad en adelante) durante tres semestres al año: Otoño, Primavera y Verano. Las clases de inglés se imparten desde el Nivel 1 (principiante) hasta el Nivel 5 (avanzado) en el St. Matthew’s Education Center (Centro de Educación de San Mateo), que está ubicado en 1726 N Street, NW. Lo siguiente es información sobre el próximo semestre de Verano lo cual se enfoca en conversación. English Conversation Classes for Adults The 13-week fall semester will extend from September 17 to December 12. During this period, classes will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30pm, with optional pre-class tutoring between 6:00 and 6:30pm. Language instruction will be provided at Level 1 (Beginner) through Level 5 (Advanced). Students may register, in person, starting Thursday, September 12, between 6:00 and 8:00pm, at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. At registration, each student will be assessed to determine the appropriate class level in which he/she will be placed. Student registrations will be accepted until October 8. The cost of the 13-week semester is $40. There will be no classes the week of November 28, Thanksgiving Day. For more information, please visit the Cathedral website and click on “English Language Classes” under the “Social Justice” tab, or contact Krista Cox at [email protected]. Clases de Conversación en Inglés Para Adultos El semestre de otoño, con una duración de 13 semanas, se impartirá del 17 de septiembre al 12 de diciembre. Durante este periodo las clases se llevarán a cabo los martes, miércoles y jueves por la tarde, de 6:30 a 8:30 pm, con clases previas de asesoría opcional de 6:00 a 6:30 pm. Las clases de inglés serán impartidas desde el Nivel 1 (principiante) hasta el Nivel 5 (avanzado). Los estudiantes pueden inscribirse en persona a partir del jueves 12 de septiembre, de las 6:00 a las 8:00 pm en el St. Matthew’s Education Center (Centro de Educación de San Mateo), que está ubicado en 1726 N Street, NW. Durante la inscripción a cada estudiante se le hará una evaluación para determinar cuál es su nivel de clase más apropiado. Se aceptará la inscripción de estudiantes hasta el 8 de octubre. El costo del semestre, con duración de 13 semanas, es de $40. No habrá clases la semana del 28 de noviembre, Día de Acción de Gracias. Para más información, por favor visite a la página de web de la Catedral y haga clic a la frase “Clases de Inglés” bajo la ficha de “Social Justice”, o póngase en contacto con Krista Cox al [email protected]. Volunteers Needed for ESL Program: Teachers, Tutors & Persons of Hospitality We are looking for volunteers to serve as teachers, tutors, and persons of hospitality one night per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) in the Fall Semester of the ESL Program. Please see above for more details. While volunteers are not required to have formal training in teaching English as a second language, we expect their native language to be English. Also, volunteers are expected to have at least one university degree. Classes for the Fall Semester are textbook based and will be taught in English only. If you are not comfortable teaching a class on your own, we can pair you with a more experienced teacher. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Krista Cox at [email protected]. Important: All Fall Semester volunteers (new and returning) will be required to attend the pre-semester “Preparation, Planning and Orientation” meeting on Wednesday, September 11, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. ESL Program meetings are held at St. Matthew’s Education Center.

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle Spanish as a Second Language Program

General Information The Spanish as a Second Language (SSL) Program is an all-volunteer program that provides Spanish language instruction to adults (ages 18 and up) during three semesters each year: Fall, Spring and Summer. Language instruction is provided at Level 1 and Level 2 and classes are held at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. While the SSL Program seeks to provide Spanish language instruction to persons engaged in serving their brothers and sisters in the Hispanic communities of the Washington, DC metropolitan area, the program also accepts students who are interested in learning Spanish solely for their personal enrichment. Spanish Conversation Classes for Adults The 13-week Fall semester will extend from September 17 to December 12. During this period, classes will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Language instruction is provided at two levels. No prior knowledge of Spanish is necessary for Level 1. Enrollment in Level 2 is accepted only with prior consent of the Level 2 instructors. Priority registration for Level 2 will take place through September 19 and offered to students who have previously taken Level 1 with St. Matthew’s SSL Program. Students may register, in person, starting Thursday, September 12, between 6:00 and 8:00pm, at St. Matthew’s Education Center, 1726 N Street, NW. The cost of the 13-week semester is $80. There will be no classes the week of November 28, Thanksgiving Day. For more information, please visit the Cathedral website and click on “Spanish Language Classes” under the “Social Justice” tab, or contact Krista Cox at [email protected]. Volunteer Teachers Needed for SSL Program We are looking for volunteers to serve as teachers one night per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) in the Fall Semester of the SSL Program. Please see above for more details. While volunteers are not required to have formal training in teaching Spanish as a second language, we expect their native language to be Spanish. Also, volunteers are expected to have at least one university degree. Classes will be taught in Spanish only. If you are not comfortable teaching a class on your own, we can pair you with a more experienced teacher. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Krista Cox at [email protected]. Important: All Fall Semester volunteers (new and returning) will be required to attend the pre-semester “Preparation, Planning and Orientation” meeting on Wednesday, September 11, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. SSL Program meetings are held at St. Matthew’s Education Center. Se solicita maestros voluntarios para el Programa SSL Estamos buscando voluntarios para servir como maestros una noche por semana (martes, miércoles, o jueves) durante el Semestre de Otoño del Programa SSL. Por favor mire arriba para más detalles. No es un requisito que los voluntarios tengan una capacitación formal como maestros de español como segundo idioma, sin embargo esperamos que la lengua materna de los voluntarios sea el español. Además, se espera que los voluntarios tengan por mínimo un título universitario. Las clases serán impartidas sólo en español. Si usted no se siente a gusto dando la clase por sí solo podemos acomodarlo junto con algún maestro con más experiencia. Si usted está interesado en participar como voluntario por favor póngase en contacto con Krista Cox al [email protected]. Importante: Se pedirá a todos los voluntarios del semestre de Otoño (nuevos o que regresan para continuar sirviendo) que se reúnan como equipo el miércoles 11 de septiembre, de 6:30 a 8:30pm. Las reuniones del Programa SSL se llevan a cabo en el St. Matthew’s Education Center (Centro de Educación de San Mateo).

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