F S A December 23, 2018 M R S J. C Archbishop of San Francisco R A L. A Pastor MASS SCHEDULE M - F 7:30 am; 12:10 pm S 8:00 am 5:30 pm (Vigil Mass) Cantor & Organ S 7:30 am Cantor & Organ 9:00 am (Gregorian Chant) Schola Cantorum 11:00 am Cathedral Choir 1:00 pm (Español) Coro Hispano BAPTISM I English Preparation: First Saturdays at 10:00 am English Baptisms: Second Sundays at 2:15 pm Contact Deacon R. Christoph Sandoval (415) 567-2020x203 B E : Primer Domingo a las 2:15 pm Informes con Sofia Aguilar (415) 236-1557 A S -A C : Contact Doug Benbow (415) 567-2020x220 FIRST COMMUNION Cathedral Parishioners, contact our Office (415) 567-2020 x 200 Primera Comunión en Español: Informes con Rosario Morales (415) 509-7533 o Maria Sandoval (415) 867-5676 CONFIRMATION Cathedral Parishioners Contact Doug Benbow (415) 567-2020x220 En español: informes con Rosario Morales (415) 988-5884 MARRIAGE Please contact Mimi Ruiz (415) 567-2020x254 at least 6 months prior to ceremony. RECONCILIATION / CONFESSION Monday-Friday, 11:30 am-12:00p.m.; Saturday, 4:00-5:00 pm or by appointment MINISTRY TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND Contact Deacon R. Christoph Sandoval (415) 567-2020x203 ANOINTING OF THE SICK Cathedral Parishioners, please call Parish Office to speak to one of the priests. FUNERALS Contact Doug Benbow for Funeral/Memorial arrangements (415) 567-2020x220 BEREAVEMENT Contact Deacon R. Christoph Sandoval (415) 567-2020x203 EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT First Fridays: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm ORGAN RECITALS Sundays at 4:00pm; exceptions noted in Concert Schedule, p. 8 Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco, CA 94109-6686 Telephone: (415) 567-2020; Fax: (415) 567-2040 Website: www.stmarycathedralsf.org
Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 23, 2018 Welcome! If you are a visitor to the Cathedral, we want you to know how welcome you are whether you come from another part of the country, from across the world, or from another parish here in the Archdiocese. Thanks, in part, to the generosity of visitors like you, we are able to celebrate the liturgy in a fitting and beautiful way, and are able to give spiritual and emotional support through a variety of services to the community. Your gift is greatly appreciated; our parish family is small and we rely on the generosity of you, our visitors, to help sustain this magnificent Cathedral church for future generations. C S. M A Telephone: (415) 567-2020 Website: www.stmarycathedralsf.org PASTORAL STAFF AND CLERGY Rev. Arturo L. Albano, Pastor ext.209 Rev. Lawrence Vadakkan, Parochial Vicar ext.208 Rev. Mr. R. Christoph Sandoval, Deacon; Pastoral Associate ext.203 Rev. Mr. Alejandro Madero, Deacon CATHEDRAL LITURGY/SPECIAL EVENTS For Cathedral Special Events, Persons Baptized in another Christian tradition and interested in becoming Catholic please contact: Director of Liturgy: Doug Benbow ext.220 Sacristans: Stephen Unachukwu, Brian Castro ext.212 Cathedral Welcome Desk: Patricia Hernandez Weddings, Anniversaries and Quinceañeras: Mimi Ruiz ext.254 CATHEDRAL MUSIC Director of Music: Christoph Tietze Music Office Assistant: Helena Tietze Spanish Choir: Grace Renaud Cantors: Claudia Landivar, Mimi Ruiz, Ash Walker OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Interim Controller: Mark Silva Development Department: Jolie Velazquez Payroll/Benefits Coordinator, Secretary: Janet Carrillo Receptionist: Michael McKeon Weekend Receptionists: Marie Fernandez, Maria Estrada CATHEDRAL EVENT CENTER Director: Diane Luporini Event Center Supervisor: Bobby Johnson CATHEDRAL TOURS Director of Docents: Doug Benbow FACILITIES Manager: Jeff McReynolds GIFT SHOP CATHEDRAL OFFICE HOURS ext.213 ext.233 ext.202 ext.228 ext.215 ext.200 ext.200 ext.201 ext.221 ext.207 ext.230 Manager: Maria Elena De Leon Tel: (415) 567-4040 Clerk: Marie Fernandez 2 Mon. Fri: 8:30 am- 5 pm (Closed for lunch 12p.m.-1p.m.) Sat: 9:30 am-5:30 pm (Closed for lunch 12p.m.-1p.m.) Sun: 10:00 am-4:00 pm The Suggested Stipend/Offering For Mass is $10.00 Saturday December 22- (See Sunday readings next page) 5:30 pm Intentions of Leila Marie Kato Sunday December 23- (See Sunday readings next page) 7:30 am + Dylan Gil Gomez 9:00 am Intentions of Roni Mary Kitaguchi 11:00 am Intentions of All Parishioners 1:00 pm + Camilo Morales Monday December 24-2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Lk 1:67-79 7:30 am + Amanda Solis Is 62:1-5; Ps 89; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 5:30 pm Vigil Intentions of All Parishioners Is 9:1-6; Ps 96:1-3, 11-13; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14 12:00 Midnight Mass Intentions of All Parishioners Tuesday December 25-Is 52:7-10; Ps 98:1-6; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 9:00 am Intentions of All Parishioners 11:00 am Intentions of All Parishioners 1:00 pm Intentions of All Parishioners Wednesday December 26-Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59; Ps 31:3cd -4, 6, 8ab, 16bc, 17; Mt 10:17-22 7:30 am + Giulio, Esterina, and Rita Pieri 12:10 pm Intentions (Birthday) of Orlando A. Aloc Thursday December 27-1 Jn 1:1-4; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Jn 20:1a, 2-8 7:30 am + Joseph J. Paoli 12:10 pm Intentions (Birthday) of Fr. Ranndolph Romero Friday December 28-1 Jn 1:5 2:2; Ps 124:2-5, 7b-8; Mt 2:13-18 7:30 am Intentions (Health) of Carolyn Fiori 12:10 pm + Vivien Xavier Saturday December 29-1 Jn 2:3-11; Ps 96:1-3, 5b-6; Lk 2:22-35 8:00 am + Mario Poirer GIFT SHOP HOURS (Holiday Schedule on Page 8) Tuesday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Closed for lunch 1:15-2:15 p.m.) Saturday 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Closed for lunch 1:15-2:15 p.m.) Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Closed for lunch 1:30-2:30 p.m.) Telephone: (415) 567-4040 Please drop by the Gift Shop for a look at our selection!
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23 de Diciembre 2018 IV Domingo de Adviento DIA DE LIMPIEZA: GRACIAS! BENDICIÓN DE FUTUROS PADRES: HOY, 23 DE DICIEMBRE, DURANTE LA MISA Muchas gracias a todos los participantes del Día de Limpieza por su fuerte trabajo que vemos hoy en la belleza de nuestra Catedral y propiedad. Feliz Navidad! Una bella tradición del Adviento en la Catedral es una bendición especial que honra un esposo y una esposa quienes participan en el amor de Dios y cooperan en el don de la vida a través de la concepción de un niño. Es apropiado que reciban juntos la bendición de Dios mientras esperan con fe y esperanza el nacimiento de su hijo. SE SOLICITAN VOLUNTARIOS PARA EL ALBERGUE INVERNAL Ayuda a la Conferencia de San Vicente de Paúl de la Catedral en el alojamiento de los miembros de nuestra comunidad y parroquia que necesitan de nosotros durante esta temporada navideña. Proporcionaremos comidas, regalos y refugio a más de 100 hombres en necesidad durante el invierno en la noche del Viernes 11 de Enero de 2019. Damos la bienvenida a cualquier miembro de nuestra comunidad que quiere participar en el servicio a estas personas, y en proporcionarles caridad, cuidado y apoyo. Llame a la oficina de la Catedral al 415-567-2020, X205. Por favor, deje su información de contacto y le regresaremos la llamada lo más rápido posible con detalles sobre la participación. 7
December 22/23 Blessing of Expectant Parents All Masses: 5:30 (Sat. Vigil); 7:30am; 9am; 11am; & 1pm December 23 Simbang Gabi Novena Mass (Final Mass of the Simbang Gabi Novena) 7:30am December 24 CLEANING DAY THANK YOU! Many thanks to all the Cleaning Day volunteers whose hard work we can see today in this beautiful Cathedral and grounds. Christmas blessings to all! CATHEDRAL/EVENT CENTER CALENDAR Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 23, 2018 Christmas Eve Daily Morning Mass at 7 30 am, Cathedral Closes at 8 15 am Cathedral re-opens 4 30 pm; Mass at 5 30 pm & Midnight (Caroling starts 30 minutes before both masses) December 25 Christmas Day Masses at 9am and 11am (English), and 1pm (Spanish) December 31 New Year s Eve One Mass Only, 8:00am (Cathedral Closed after Mass) Office closing at 12:00 Noon; Gift Shop Closed January 1 New Year s Day Solemnity of the Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation Mass at 8am and 12:10pm (Cathedral Closed after Mass) Office & Gift Shop closed Jan. 2 Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help First Wednesdays, 12:45 p.m. (Following 12:10 Mass) January 4 First Friday Adoration Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Shrine January 4 Strength for the Journey Support Group for those living with Serious Illness First Fridays, 1:00-2:30 p.m., Msgr. Bowe Room January 5/6 The Epiphany of the Lord Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30pm Sunday Masses, 7:30am, 9am, 11am; Spanish Mass 1pm January 6 Epiphany Lessons and Carols Sunday; 4:00pm Featuring the Golden Gate Boys Choir and Bellringers and Saint Mary s Cathedral Choir School HOLIDAY OFFICE/GIFT SHOP HOURS The Office and Gift Shop will be closed for the Holidays on the following dates: Mon., Dec. 24 Office & Gift Shop CLOSED Tue., Dec. 25 Office & Gift Shop CLOSED Mon., Dec. 31 Office 8:30-Noon; Gift Shop CLOSED Tue., Jan. 1 Office & Gift Shop CLOSED 8 On these dates, the Cathedral will close after Mass. BLESSING OF EXPECTANT PARENTS: TODAY, DECEMBER 22/23 The Blessing of Expectant Parents is a meaningful Advent tradition at the Cathedral, which honors a husband and wife s role of cooperation in God s gift of creation through the conception of a child. Special blessings are conferred on the Fourth Sunday of Advent at all Masses, including Saturday Evening, on the weekend of December 22/23. SUNDAY CONCERTS All concerts are free and open to the public A free-will donation will be requested at the door Sunday, December 23, 2018, 4:00pm: Christoph Tietze, Organ. Celebrating 50 years as church organist (first Mass 25 December 1968). Please refer all questions regarding our Music Program to: Dr. Christoph Tietze (415) 567-2020, ext 213 UPCOMING CONCERTS December 30, 4:00 pm: Anna Maria Lopushanskaya, Flute; Christoph Tietze, Organ. January 6, 4:00 pm: Epiphany Lessons and Carols; Golden Gate Boyschoir and Bellringers, St Brigid School Honor Choir. January 13, 4:00 pm: Cavatina Music Society. January 20, 4:00 pm: Agnieszka Kosmecka (Poland) Organ. January 27: NO RECITAL February 3, 4:00 pm: Rafael Quinones, Tenor, with Grace Renaud, Organ. February 10, 4:00 pm: Young Peopleʹs Symphony Orchestra Showcase Concert. Soloists from California s oldest youth orchestra performing their repertoire. February 17, 4:00 pm: Hans Uwe Hielscher (Germany), Organ. February 24, 4:00 pm: Mark Bruce, Organ.
Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 23, 2018 INTERFAITH WINTER SHELTER Please join the St. Vincent de Paul Conference of St. Mary s Cathedral in hosting members of our community and parish who need us during this upcoming Holiday Season. We will provide meals, gifts and shelter to gentlemen in need during the Winter/Holiday Season on the evening of Friday, January 11, 2019. We welcome any members of our parish and in our community who want to participate in serving these folks, and in providing them warmth, care and support. Please call the Cathedral office at 415-567-2020, X205 Leave your contact/phone information. We will follow-up as quickly as possible with details on participation. PRAYER REQUESTS Prayers for the Parishes of the Archdiocese As the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, we pray for each local church within the Archdiocese. This week, please join us in prayer for Saint James Parish, San Francisco Saint Helen Mission Parish, Marshall Saint Luke Parish, Foster City We remember those who are ill, pained in body, mind and heart, the aged, the grieving, the travelers, the thankful. Please pray for: Marlis Tanner, Cathy Brash, Michael Shannon, Kay Fox, John C. Morrissey, Doris Hernandez, Lori Sibley, Phat Tan Mach, Jade Truong Mach, Carla Waller, Dcn. Chris Sandoval, Yvette Mendez, Hilton White, Lucy Avila, Lynell Brazier, The Della Maggiora Family, Michael Kelly, Tony Sousa, Margot Scott, Norma Marie Serving in the armed forces: We pray for those who offer their lives in service to our country in hope that all may feast at the banquet of peace. Marine Recruit James Wynne, USMC Lance Corporal Fernando Lopez, USMC And for all who have died: Maria Concepción Fuentes, Karine Jardin, Thomas McCarthy If you or someone in your family is sick or homebound, call Deacon R. Christoph Sandoval (415) 567-2020 x 203 to arrange a visit. STRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY Spiritual Support Group for People with Life-Threatening Illnesses Friday, January 4, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Facilitator: Rev. Mr. R. Christoph Sandoval, Deacon The focus and goal of this ministry is spiritual support for people with life threatening illnesses including Coronary Artery Disease, Stroke, Cancer, HIV Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, etc. Diagnosis of a life-threatening illness is an opportunity to seek spiritual support through Word, Sacrament and Community. This free spiritual care support group is held on the First Friday each month in the Msgr. Bowe Room, on the west side of the parking lot level of the Cathedral. The session will also provide guidance on Catholic Teaching and the preparation of Health Care Directives for medical care. To reach the Msgr. Bowe Room, enter the parking lot from Cleary Court and look for the iron gate on that side of the building. The Msgr. Bowe Room is just inside the gate, and to your right. For details, call Dcn. Sandoval, (415) 567-2020 x 218 or email to: rcs7777@comcast.net BAPTISMS IN ENGLISH The next Baptism Preparation class will be on Saturday, January 5th at 10:00 am and the next Baptisms will be on Sunday, January 13th at 2:15pm. You may register for baptisms at the Cathedral Office. For information, please contact Michael or Marie at (415) 567-2020. RCIA AT THE CATHEDRAL Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (with adaptations for Children) You are cordially invited to find out more about: Having your school-aged child up to 17 years old baptized, Being baptized yourself, (as an adult 18 and over), Becoming a Catholic, and you have been baptized in another Christian tradition, e.g., Lutheran, Episcopalian, Baptist, etc., Being confirmed and making your first communion and have not attended any catechism/sunday school and are a baptized Catholic. Please call Doug Benbow at 567-2020 ext. 220 to see how you can prepare to celebrate these wonderful sacraments of Christian Initiation. In Order to Prepare for Next Sunday s Liturgy: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, December 30 1 st Reading: 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Psalm: 84 2 nd Reading: 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 Gospel: Luke 2:41-52 9
Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 23, 2018 CATHEDRAL MUSIC PROGRAM Second Collection, December 22-23 We rely on parishioners and visitors to reflect on the importance of music in worship, the quality of music offered here at the Cathedral, and your responsibility as stewards to support this excellent program. The second collection for music helps to cover the costs of salaries, organ and piano maintenance, sheet music, choir robes, supplies, and so much more. Participating in this important collection, you become an integral part of our music program and help continue the high quality of musical leadership at the cathedral. Thank you very much for your support! WEEKLY COLLECTIONS Due to Christmas Bulletin Deadlines, Weekly and Fiscal Year Collection Totals for last week will appear in the Next issue of the Bulletin. Thank you for your patience! 10 CATHEDRAL WEDDINGS Wedding ceremonies in the Cathedral are open to all baptized Catholics from here and abroad. Our special Cathedral guidelines ensure a successful and memorable experience for couples and their families. Our facilities include reception halls on the lower level to accommodate as many as 500 guests. To begin planning your wedding in the cathedral, contact Mimi Ruiz at (415) 567-2020 ext. 254. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY Second Collection, December 29-30 The second collection next weekend will be taken for the Saint Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Mary s Cathedral. Please give generously. Your financial support helps SVdP provide emergency groceries to families in need in our Parish and meals as well as gift bags during the Winter Homeless Shelter which begins here each year in December. Your generosity makes a difference, in our own neighborhood and beyond, Thank You! PROGRAMA DE MÚSICA DE LA CATEDRAL Segunda Colecta del 22-23 de Diciembre Pedimos a feligreses y visitantes que reflexionen sobre la importancia de la música en la adoración, la calidad de la música que se ofrece aquí en la Catedral, y su responsabilidad como administradores para apoyar este excelente programa. La segunda colecta para la música ayuda apoyar nuestro programa de música de renombre al ayudar a cubrir los costos de los salarios, el órgano y el mantenimiento de piano, partituras, trajes del coro, suministros y mucho más. Al participar en esta importante colecta, usted se convierte en una parte integral de nuestro programa de música y ayuda a continuar la alta calidad de la dirección musical de la Catedral. Muchas gracias por su apoyo! AAA 2018 URGENT ALERT! We are deeply grateful to our parishioners and friends who have stepped up to help us meet this year s goal! If you have not yet made your donation for 2018, please contribute soon, as the end of the year is fast approaching. You may use the brochures on the back shelf or donate online at SFArch.org/AAA. 2018 Goal: $72,437 Received/Pledged so far: $52,759 Please note the large amount still due: DAYS LEFT TO DONATE: 8 $19,678! Anything not committed by Dec. 31 will come out of our operating budget, directly affecting ministries and services to our parishioners. HOLY NAME SOCIETY The Holy Name Society will meet Sunday, January 13th, after 11:00 a.m. Mass in Msgr. Bowe Room. All are invited to attend. The Holy Name Society meets every 2nd Sunday following the 11:00 a.m. Mass. LA SOCIEDAD DE SAN VICENTE DE PAUL Segunda Colecta del 29-30 de Diciembre La segunda colecta para el próximo fin de semana será para la conferencia de San Vicente de Paul en la catedral de Santa María. Por favor dar generosamente. Su apoyo ayudará SVdP proporcionar víveres de emergencia a las familias necesitadas en nuestra Parroquia y comidas y bolsas de regalo durante el albergue de invierno que se llevará a cabo aquí en la catedral en diciembre. Su generosidad cuenta, aquí en la cercanía de la catedral y más allá
Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 23, 2018 CHRISTMAS ANGELS 2018 As the solemnity of Christmas approaches, the Cathedral welcomes contributions to help adorn its great space with floral tributes. Your gift, which can honor someone special, will share the joy and beauty of this special time of the church year with all who visit the Cathedral during this season of renewal and hope. This gift is: in Memory of in Honor of Enclosed is my gift of $ Name: Address: in Thanksgiving for NAME: Occasion: Please do not acknowledge this gift in the Bulletin CATHEDRAL OF SAINT MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION PARISHIONER REGISTRATION FORM/FORMA DE REGISTRACIÓN Welcome to St. Mary s Cathedral Please use this form to register as a parishioner. You may drop this form in the mail, the Sunday collection basket or bring it to our office located in the lower level of the Cathedral. Bienvenido a La Catedral de Santa María Es importante llenar este formulario para tener acceso a los sacramentos como: Matrimonio, Bautismo, Primera Comunion etc..., a demas servicios legales, como cartas de recomendacion, etc 11
Bulletin No. 913134 St. Mary s Cathedral 1111 Gough Street San Francisco, California 94109 Telephone: (415) 567-2020, Ext. 200 or 215 Contact: Michael McKeon or Janet Carrillo Bulletin for: December 23, 2018