MASS SCHEDULE: St. Stephen Cathedral Monday-Friday: 7:00AM and 12:05PM Saturday: 9:00AM and 5:00PM Sunday: 7:00AM 9:00AM and 11:00AM Holy Days: 7:00AM and 12:05PM Blessed Sacrament Chapel (602 Sycamore St) Sunday: 10:00AM

Membership in Parish: We give a hearty welcome to all new families moving into our parish. Please register in the Office as soon as possible. Those who plan to move from our parish community are requested to inform us. Bulletin Material Deadline: Friday, 8:00AM, in writing, ten days in advance of publication. Deadline firm. Earlier deadline applies when holidays occur.

SACRAMENTS: Baptism: Baptisms are usually celebrated during one of the regularly scheduled Masses. Parents are encouraged to call the parish office before the birth of their child to make an appointment for instructions. Marriage: Couples wishing to share their lives with one another in sacramental Marriage are asked to call the Office for an appointment with one of the priests. We suggest the first appointment must be scheduled nine (9) months before the proposed date of marriage but ABSOLUTELY no later than six (6) months prior to the proposed marriage date. Reconciliation: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated communally two times a year, during Advent and Lent. Other opportunities for reconciliation are Saturdays from 9:30- 11:30AM and 4:00-5:00PM on the Thursday before First Friday, and by appointment.

Office/Rectory: 270-683-6525 Fax: 270-683-3621 Blessed Sacrament Chapel: 270-926-4741 Cathedral Preschool: 270-926-1652

Most Rev. William F. Medley, Diocese of Owensboro

Most Rev. John J. McRaith, Bishop Emeritus

610 Locust Street Owensboro, Kentucky 42301-2130

www.ststephencathedral.org www.facebook.com/StStephenCathedral

St. Stephen Cathedral

Mission Statement The Catholic Community of St. Stephen Cathedral serves as the Mother Church for the Diocese of Owensboro to welcome, evangelize and worship in the name of Jesus Christ.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016 The Twenty-Fifth

Sunday Ordinary Time

God . . . wills everyone to be saved and to come to knowledge of the truth. — 1 Timothy 2:4

The TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY in Ordinary Time (C) “ No servant can serve two masters.” SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

† STEWARDS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 24/25, 2016 † Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time ( C )

5:00PM VIGIL MASS

Altar Servers: Max Kurtz, Thomas Kurtz Lectors: Garry Pierce, Bill Goetz Minister of the Host: Audie Copper, Sue Cooper,

Laurie Hicks Minister of the Cup: Carmen Goetz, Gene Lyon, Larry Lyon,

Denise Payne Minister of Hospitality: Gail Douglas, Bill Lanham,

Jesse Mattingly, Nora Mattingly, Erin Walker, Janice Walker

7:00AM MASS

Altar Server: Luke Riney Lectors: Kathi Skidd, Eddy McFarland Minister of the Host: LaWanna Brand Minister of the Cup: Rita Roberson, Glenn Thompson Mininister of Hospitality: OPEN, Bill McCarty,

Norman Froehlich, OPEN, Dennis Weafer, Terry Wilkerson

9:00AM MASS Altar Servers: Emma Lou Moore, Henry Moore,

Lily Carol Moore Lectors: Margaret Frey, Alison Parson Minister of the Host: Wilma Stallings, Cissy Sullivan,

Ron Sullivan Minister of the Cup: Carroll Howard, Carl Lewis,

Claire Lewis, Kimberly Lewis Minister of Hospitality: Vicky Connor, Joe Connor,

Mark Osborne, Todd Ray, Matt Steele Elmo Thompson

11:00AM MASS Altar Servers: Taran Wells, Hannah Wells Lectors: Rob Abney, Margaret Windle Minister of the Host: Kate Abney, Amy Payne, Tom Payne Minister of the Cup: Peggy Clark, Jenny Likens,

Felicity Polio, Brooklyn Reynolds Minister of Hospitality: Jim Ivey, Terry Brown, Janie Moseley

Ron Schwartzrauber, Jason Lorenz, Anthony Higdon

Corner Pastor’s

In Joy and Hope, Fr. Jerry

I. Today is Catechetical Sunday: we are reminded of the promise parents make at Baptism to mold and form their children in the practice of the faith. This whole year we are challenged to focus on “Prayer: The Faith Prayed.” This theme invites all of us to devote ourselves to a deeper study and practice of prayer, for our own spiritual good and for the good of those we serve. Supporting parents in this es-sential role are our catechists; special thanks to: Brenda Pierce and Haley Mahoney (1st/2nd grade), Melissa Ashby and Laura Lewis (3rd/4th grade), Ross & Jill Leigh (5th/6th grade), Meghan Payne (7th/8th grade), and Katelyn West – Confirmation catechist along with Fr. Jamie.

II. Welcome Corey Bruns! From Quincy, Illinois by way of Marion, Kentucky, Corey achieved a BA in Philosophy/Catholic Studies over the last four years in In-dianapolis, Indiana at Simon Bruté Seminary on the campus of Marian University, under the auspices of the Franciscan Sisters of Oldenburg, Indiana. We are privi-leged to have Corey at the Cathedral for his “pastoral year” before he begins his theological studies. The entire parish has a hand in forming a future priest. Invite him to your home, to do lunch, to walk your dog, to attend your meetings, and to listen to your faith story! Let's give Corey a St. Stephen Cathedral welcome!

III. Parent/Child Reconciliation Meeting: is there anything more important than teaching our children the necessity of forgiveness through the Sacrament of Recon-ciliation and our own example. Parents, you model forgiveness, reconciliation, and healing to your children and your every day experiences in your home. Upcoming meeting is Monday, September 19th, at 6:30 in the Community Center.

IV. Celebrate your Marriage: Bishop William Medley will celebrate Mass and preach at our Cathedral on Sunday, September 18th at 2:00pm, followed by a re-ception. Everyone is invited. This celebration is sponsored by the Diocesan Family Life office. Thanks to our St. Stephen Diocesan Event Welcomers who will provide hospitality in our name to people from all over the Diocese!

SAVE THE DATE! Tri-Parish Mission

October 24, 25, & 26th St. Stephen will join with Blessed Mother and Sts. Joseph and Paul Parishes for three days of renewal. The Lord invites us to follow him as disciples. This mission is a time of listening and reflection for those who wish to be more faithful disciples of Jesus Christ. Father John Mark Ettensohn, OMI, a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, will conduct our three-day Mission____________

We are less than 60 days until Election Day. Please pray for the Holy Spirit to emblazon His Gifts upon us to be active and make a faith-filled decision. Visit USCCB website for Faithful Citizenship.

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PRAYING FOR THE DECEASED Please pray for those who have recently died

especially Theresa V. Hill, sister of Beverly Chilton, and Elisabeth Caudill, mother of Kathryn Wimsatt

Please remember to pray, also, for those who are in the process of dying.

Sick Friends/Relatives Brett Bennett, nephew of Doris Keller; Elisabeth Caudill, mother of Kathryn Wimsatt; Beverly Chilton; Paulette Crumbaker, sister-in-law of Phyllis Calvert; Stephen Emmick, brother-in-law of Beverly Em-mick; Jarod Kaelin; John and Sue Mudd, brother-in-law/sister of Shar-lene Hatfield; Fr. Jegin Puthenpurackal HGN

Names in bold are those currently in the hospital or have had sur-gery recently. Names will be ROTATED off these lists every SIX WEEKS unless a parishioner calls and extends the prayer request.

PRAY FOR OUR PARISHIONERS IN NURSING HOMES

Carmel Home-Mary C. Kelley, Mary O’Bryan, Nina Van Bussum, Millie Fell, Mary Osborne, Agatha Lindemann, Rose Cecil, Helen Miles, Margie Hill. Owensboro Center-Bettye Aull. Bishop Soen-neker-Cecil Barnett, Robert Danhauer, Freddie Payne, Betty Wimsatt.

Heritage Place—Jackie Jaskolski, Charles Sims. Hermitage Manor—Shirley Conkright, Gail Dixon. One Park Place-Margaret Bonner, Kay Meisenhelder, Lottie Jeanene Bramlett, Mary Ann Calhoun, Fern Ter-ra-Margaret “Jackie” Hoffman. Fern Terrace-Bertha Horrell. Twin Rivers-Anne Ryan. Morning Pointe (Lexington)-Doris Schwartz.

Please Pray for all the Sick† Richard Clouse George Collignon Patrick Cureton Ruth Ann Cureton Linda Falloway Wilma Fenwick Richard Flaherty Sandy Hagan Ben Hartz Barry Hearth Mary Houle Colene Jennings Jim Jones, Jr. Alison Kuntz

Josanna Lamastus Henry Luckett James/Wilma McManaway Emily McNulty Merici Millay Lottie Miller Olivia Murphy Lucy Neal Boots Norris Bill Payne Chuck Payne Wanda Payne Donna Phelps

Ed Pickett Melissa Rearden Amanda Reffitt Dorothy Reynolds Sara Rice Jennifer Sexton Tony Sikes Louise Thompson Dwayne Wells Fred Whelan Mel Windle Melinda Wise

INVITATION FOR PRAYER † *The U.S. Bishops have invited all of us to pray for peace and healing in our communities as we celebrate the feast of St. Peter Claver, the patron of interracial jus-tice. The parishioners of Blessed Sacrament Chapel in-vite the parishioners of St. Stephen Cathedral to a Day of Prayer for Peace and Healing. Please join us for 10 AM Mass on TODAY, September 18th. This will be followed by round-table discussion and lunch. If you cannot come for the 10 AM Mass, please join us for the dialogue and discussion that will begin near 11 AM. The day will end by 1:30 PM. Together we pray and work for justice for all.

KOINONIA PRAYER AND SHARE Thursday, September 22, 2016, 6:00PM Father Vaughan Community Center These gatherings provide time to continue to grow closer to God.

“Do not anticipate trouble, or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight.” Benjamin Franklin

Although we may not immedi-ately perceive them, Scripture is filled with references to steward-ship. Today’s Gospel from St. Luke that includes the Parable of

the Dishonest Steward is more direct than many of those references. Retired Bishop Robert Morneau, who was instrumental in the development of the United States Bishops’ pastoral letter, Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response, is fond of saying that on Judgment Day, the Lord will only ask us one question, “What have you done with the garden I have given you?” In other words, we are all gifted, per-haps in different ways, but whatever gifts we receive might be considered our garden from God. We must ac-count for those gifts. The whole concept of stewardship is clear in today’s parable. The steward is the manager (not the owner) of the master’s gifts. God is, of course, the manager, and we are the stewards who are charged with the responsibility of overseeing our gifts of time, talent, treasure, and per-haps even influence. Do we use those gifts wisely and with justice? That is the point we must get from this Gospel. Our Holy Father Pope Francis understood the significance of being a steward when he recently said, “In the end, eve-rything has been entrusted to our protection, and all of us are responsible for it. Be protectors of God’s gifts.” Copyright © 2016 CatholicSteward.com

Discipleship Reflection In what ways am I using and sharing my God-given gifts?

Ministry Highlights

St. Vincent de Paul: Do you have a heart for the less for-tunate? More volunteers are needed to staff the St. Vin-cent de Paul office (located in the Parish Office). Volun-teers meet with those in need on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays to coordinate assistance for food, rent, and utility payments. Training is provided; volun-teers serve on a rotating basis. Vulnerable Adult Ministry (VAM) certification and background check are required.

Sacristans: Sacristans provide a vital service by working behind the scenes to prepare for Masses and other liturgi-cal functions. More sacristans are needed for all Masses. Training is provided; volunteers serve on a rotating basis.

Contact Donna at donna.tarantino@pastoral.org or 270-683-6525 to volunteer or for more information.

Praying. Giving. Serving.

“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR PARISH MEMBERS Parish Birthdays from September 18-24

Will Booth, Mike Bouchard, Dennis Cecil, Angela Clark, Patsy Clayton, Jean Danhauer, Delaney Flaherty, Mary Katherine Gough, Mark Heinz, Linda Ivey, J. C. Knott, Patricia Kuntz, Doug Lanz, Mary Katherine Lanz, Haley Lyons, Emma Marrett, Jeanette Medley, Joe Niehaus, Carol Ralph, Savannah Rice, Waitman Taylor, Mitchel Weafer, Rowella Weafer

THIS WEEK’S WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

We are pleased to wish those couples celebrating their Wedding Anniversary a very happy and blessed day.

September 19—Ross and Jill Leigh, 18 years September 19—Ken and Petra Palmer, 18 years September 20—Byron and Josanna Lamastus, 20 years September 20—Tom and May Gipe, 36 years September 21—Tom and Robin Booth, 25 years September 21—John and Michelle Lyon, 20 years September 22—Joe and Winnie Foster, 26 years September 22—Ben and Heidi Boarman, 9 years

FAITH FORMATION NEWS! Christian Initiation The first stage of the initiation process, RCIA, concludes with the Rite of Acceptance or Wel-come. The second stage of the initiation process, known as the Catechumenate, is the extended period of time when those to be initiated receive a more formal training in the Christian way of life. After being welcomed into the Catechumenate, the unbap-tized inquirers are now referred to as catechumens. The ritual and the title indicate a move from coming to inquire concerning the faith, to a change in lifestyle of beginning to live as Chris-tians, even though they are not yet fully initiated. The Catechumenate is often the lengthiest period of the RCIA. It can last from several months to several years, depend-ing upon the needs of the catechumen. It is a time of instruction in the faith, participation in community activities and commu-nal prayer or worship, and joining in the active work of the ap-ostolic life of the Church. All of us are called upon by the nature of our baptism to assist these members of our community in their journey of faith. Some of us are called to be catechists (to break open the Word of God) to them, others are needed to mentor and sponsor them, and all are called to reach out in hospitable welcome. Please consider not whether you are called to a role of service in the RCIA, but how you are being called to serve these newest mem-bers of our faith community! Each week we ask some active member of the parish to join us to share their involvement in the parish and provide a snack for our inquirers. If you are willing to do this, please call the office. If you know someone who has expressed interest in Catholi-cism, invite them to join you at our RCIA gatherings. RCIA meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the parish Media Center. On Sept. 21st we will explore the topic “Catholic Social Teaching.” Come and explore Catholicism with us! For more information, contact Donna Murphy, 270/852-8424.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Meeting A Parent/Child meeting for the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be held on Monday, September 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center. All those in 2nd grade, Catholic Schools, Home Schools and Faith Formation classes, prepare to celebrate the sacrament together as a faith community of St. Stephen Ca-thedral. Contact Donna Murphy if you have any questions.

Financial Update (Sept. 3/4 & 10/11)! EFTs & Credit cards September 1 $9,019.00 Sunday, September 4th $17,360.81 Total for first week: $26,379.81 Budget: $19,038 (+/- for first week: +$7,341.81) Restora on & Renewal/Porch total 1st week: $3,141.00 Sunday, September 11th Collec on: $15,052.90 Budget: $19,038 (+/- for second week: -$3,985.10) Maintenance & Repairs: $25 Total collec ons to date for September: $41,432.71 Budget for month to date: $38,076.00

Jubilee Year of Mercy Mercy is one thing, malpractice quite anoth-er. Why, then, does the defrauded master in Jesus’ parable praise the devious steward? Jesus shows by example how to sanctify material goods: by placing all our resources, indeed our very selves, at the service of others. No matter how costly such service, or how minimal the return, such charity is the wisest investment, yielding a reward that is literally out of this world. For Amos and Jesus, authentic worship of God demands practical charity toward our neigh-bor. Paul, too, declares that the only worship acceptable to God is offered by a community rich in charity. Liturgy must be matched to life, “lifting up holy hands, without anger or argument” (1 Timothy 2:8). This Jubilee Year of Mercy chal-lenges us to live as “children of light,” as devoted to self-sacrificing service as “the children of this world” (Luke 16:8) are to serving themselves, as enthusiastic for God’s kingdom of justice as we are about less-enduring treasures. —Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

Catechetical Sunday, September18th This whole year we are challenged to focus on “Prayer: The Faith Prayed,” the theme of this year’s Catechetical Sunday, September 18, 2016. This theme invites all the bap-tized--especially catechists and Catholic school teachers--to devote themselves to a deeper study and practice of prayer, for their own spiritual good and for the good of those they serve.

Daily prayer shines the light of the Gospel on everything we do, so that all our thoughts, words and actions can be in-formed and measured by love of God and neighbor. Our Lord’s disciples frequently observed him interrupting his journeys in order to spend long hours alone in prayer to his heavenly Father. They were moved to ask him to teach them how to pray. May we be moved this year to do the same.

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The Week Ahead SUNDAY, September 18— The TWENTY-FIFTH Sunday CATECHETICAL SUNDAY Masses at 7:00AM, 9:00AM, 11:00AM; PSS: I Childcare, 9:00AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 9:00AM

Faith Formation, 10:00AM, Office and School MARRIAGE CELEBRATION, 2:00PM, celebrated by Bishop Medley, reception to follow in the Community Ctr.

SPACE, Faith Formation Group, 2:00PM, McRaith Pastoral Center MONDAY, September 19—Weekday Saint Januarius, Bishop, Martyr Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: I Rosary, 7:30AM

RECONCILIATION Parent/Student Mtg., 6:30PM, Comm. Ctr.

TUESDAY, September 20—Saints Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Priest, and Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and Companions, Martyrs Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: I Rosary, 7:30AM

Hermitage Mass, 10:00AM Prayer Group, Media Center, 11:00AM VESPERS, 5:30PM, Church

WEDNESDAY, September 21—SAINT MATTHEW, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: I Rosary, 7:30AM

Prayer Shawl Ministry, 3:00PM, Media Center Marketing/Communications Meeting, 5:00PM, Office RCIA, Media Center, 6:00PM Choir Practice, Church, 6:00PM

THURSDAY, September 22—Weekday That Man Is You (TMIY) 5:45AM, Community Center Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: I Rosary, 7:30AM Sunday Scripture Sharing, Meeting Room, 10:30AM VESPERS, 5:30PM, Church KOINONIA PRAYER & SHARE, 6:00PM, Community Ctr. Sunday Scripture Sharing, Meeting Room, 7:00PM

FRIDAY, September 23—Saint Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest (Padre Pio)

Daily Mass at 7:00AM & 12:05PM; PSS: I Rosary, 7:30PM VOCARE, Vocations Dinner, 5:00PM, Convention Ctr. McCormick/Reeves Wedding Rehearsal, 5:00PM, Church

SATURDAY, September 24—Weekday Rosary, 8:30AM Daily Mass, 9:00AM; PSS: I Confessions, 9:30-11:30AM Evening Mass for Sunday, Church, 5:00PM; PSS: II McCormick/Reeves Wedding, 7:00PM, Church

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SUNDAY, September 25— The TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY Masses at 7:00AM, 9:00AM, 11:00AM; PSS: II Childcare, 9:00AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 9:00AM

Faith Formation, 10:00AM, Office and School SOPHIA AWARDS, 2:00PM, reception follows in Comm. Ctr. Hospitality Minister Gathering, 6:00PM, Church/Rectory Youth Group, 6:00PM, Youth House

7:00AM Mon James/Gladys Thompson†† Tues Tom Gipe Family Wed Jennifer Bickett †

Thu Tom Baker † Fri Mike Hugh Boarman †

12:05PM John Kirby †

Dot/Richard/Gertie Kurz††† James Earl Thompson † Mary B. Howell Mike Hugh Boarman †

Sat 9:00AM Mike Hugh Boarman †

Sunday, September 25

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Prv 3:27-34; Ps 15:2-5; Lk 8:16-18 Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13 Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17bc; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Eccl 3:1-11; Ps 144:1b, 2abc, 3-4; Lk 9:18-22 Saturday: Eccl 11:9 — 12:8; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Am 6:1a, 4-7; Ps 146:7-10; 1 Tm 6:11-16; Lk 16:19-31

Mass Intentions for the Week

Sat 5:00PM Sun 7:00AM

9:00AM 11:00AM

Mike Hugh Boarman † Mary Imogene Thompson † Jennifer Bickett † The People of St. Stephen Cathedral

Have you (or has someone you know) re-cently had to adjust to any of these types of situations: a new job, a new baby, a new boss, a new house, a separation, an adult child moving back home, a seriously ill par-ent, a death, a best friend who has moved

or gotten a divorce? Changes in one’s life can be difficult, especially if they are unexpected. Stephen Ministers are trained to “walk” with you, to help you cope with these types of changes. If you need a companion, call and let a Stephen Minister “walk” with you. Joan Perry or LaWanna Brand – St. Stephen Cathedral 270-852-8421.

“There is also one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all.” The vocation of every Christian is to give our lives to him who first gave his life for us. If you feel that God might be calling you to give your life to him in the vocation of priest-hood, contact the vocations office for more in-formation and resources. 270-683-1545; ja-son.mcclure@pastoral.org, www.owensborovocations.com

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YOUTH GROUP NEWS!

Pope Francis Prayer Intentions for September Universal Intention: That each may contribute to the com-mon good and to the building of a society that places the human person at the center. Evangelization Intention: That by participating in the Sacraments and meditating on Scripture, Christinans may be come more aware of their mission to evangelize.

Monday, September 26th We Welcome Sister George Mary Hagan, OSU! Please join the Cathedral parish on Monday, September 26th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Vaughan Community Center, for an in-formative and historic presentation on the migration of the faithful Roman Catholics

into western Kentucky. After years of persecution by the Protestants in Maryland, they traveled through the Cumberland Gap and settled in Bardstown, KY. Bardstown became the Catholic Seat of all Catholic churches further west. This group of fervent Catholics finally settled in Western Kentucky near Whitesville. All are invited! Bring a friend!

The Glenmary Sisters Guild will be selling Pumpkins, Mums, Decorative Gourds, and Straw after Masses on September 24th and 25th.

Four Habits Worth Having— “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Sav-ior Jesus Christ.” 2Peter 3:18 Growth is the goal of the Christian. Maturity is mandatory. If a child ceased to develop, the parent would be concerned, right? When a Christian stops growing, help is needed. If you are the same Christian you were a few months ago, be careful. You might be wise to get a checkup. Not on your body, but on your heart. Not a physical, but a spiritual. May I suggest one? Why don’t you check your habits? Make these four habits regular activities and see what happens. FIRST, the habit of prayer. SECOND, the habit of study. THIRD, the habit of giving. And last of all, the habit of fellowship.

GRACE FOR THE MOMENT, “When God Whispers Your Name,” Max Lucado

September 23, 2016/6:00PM

The Green River Area Down Syndrome Association is hold-ing its Annual Buddy Walk on Saturday, September 24th, at McConnell Plaza. If you can participate or contribute, you can register by going to tr.im/gradsa or by calling GRADSA at 270-681-5313. For more information go to GRADSA’s website at www.gradsa.org.

The Spirit of Nazareth Every man over 18 is welcome! Join any-time! Meetings on Thursday mornings 6:00-7:30AM (breakfast included) in the Father

Vaughan Community Center. Out promptly at 7:30AM.

~In This Year of Mercy~ Give Generously to the

Disciples Response Fund

Support of the work of our Diocese is important. There are many things that even the largest parishes cannot do on their own. For example, the Disci-ples Response Fund puts money into an endowment for the care of retired priests. The fund also supports efforts to assist the poor and homeless, subsidizes the good work of Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp, assists with education expenses for our seminarians, and much more.

As you know, we are implementing a new way to increase support of the Disciples Response Fund Annual Appeal and to assist St. Stephen Cathedral Parish by returning to us 50% of all funds raised over our target.

Pope Francis has designated 2016 as a “Year of Mercy”; he instructs us to open our hearts. The Diocese helps to make God’s mercy present throughout Western Kentucky. If you received a letter from Bishop Medley asking for your support of the DRF, please reflect prayerfully on your blessings and make a generous gift today.

Boxtops Blitz is on! We are having a competition between our four classrooms for boxtops. The winning classroom will have a treat at

the end. Save those boxtops and if you have a favorite teacher put her name on the envelope. Our Three year olds had a Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star Day and we asked them, “What makes the stars twin-kle?” Here are some of their thoughts: “God puts sprinkles on them,” “Mommy makes them twinkle,” “The moon does it,” “Diamonds make them sparkle,” “God does it,” “The light from the sun makes them sparkle,” “Chester does it,” (not sure who Chester is).

We began our gathering with the Byzantine Litany of Peace, which dates back to around 300AD. Grace-filled and educational. It was perfect for what ails our nation and the world. This 2000 year old litany covers prayers for the government, for weather and for church unity end-ing with prayers to ask the intercession of our Blessed Mother. We enjoyed pizza and outside games ending with a reflection from Saint Teresa of Calcutta. Fr. Jamie

Celebrating Vocations around the Diocese at the Owensboro Convention Center. Call the Diocese Offices to reserve a seat and support Vocations.

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Pastor (Rector) ......................... Fr. Jerry Riney (jerry.riney@pastoral.org) Parochial Vicar………...….Fr. Jamie Dennis (james.dennis@pastoral.org) Permanent Deacon ..............Dirck Curry, D.O. (dirck.curry3@gmail.com) Director/Faith Formation. .... Donna Murphy (donna.murphy@pastoral.org) Business Manager .......... Eddy McFarland (eddy.mcfarland@pastoral.org) Pastoral Associate(Blessed Sacrament Chapel)Sr. Jeannette Fennewald ….…………………………….…....…...jeannette.fennewald@pastoral.org

Director of Music ........................ James Wells (james.wells@pastoral.org) Director of Ministries and Volunteers……….…...…..Donna Tarantino ………………………………...…………..(donna.tarantino@pastoral.org) Cathedral Preschool ................... Pam Weafer (pam.weafer@pastoral.org) Administrative Assistant..…...….Beni Howell (beni.howell@pastoral.org) Buildings/Grounds Supervisor….….Jeff Payne (jeff.payne@pastoral.org)

● PARISH STAFF ●

● PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL ●

● PARISH MINISTRIES and ORGANIZATIONS ● Worship Committee Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Ministers of Hospitality Altar Servers Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound Children’s Liturgy Music Ministries Art/Environment Christian Initiation Faith Formation *Children *Adults Youth Group Catholic Young Adults Men’s Group Sunday Scripture Sharing Sponsor Couples School Board Rep

LITURGY and WORSHIP

Michael Bogdan Eddie O’Bryan Fr. Jamie Dennis Mary Beth Hurley James Wells Michael Bogdan

EDUCATION

Donna Murphy Donna Murphy Haley Fitzgerald Fr. Jamie Dennis Robin Tomes Randy Clemens Tom and Amy Payne Ken Heichelbech Fr. Jerry Riney Carl Lewis

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K-3 Campus …… 270-684-7583 Middle School …….270-683-0480 4-6 Campus ……270-683-6989 High School ………270-684-3215

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

FROM THE EDITOR

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Christy Ellis, Chair ....................... 270-314-4720 Mark Heinz, Vice-Chair .............. 270-315-1405 Margie Ebelhar, Secretary ........... 270-926-4481 Ronald Bornander(Buildings/Gr) 270-925-4406

Teresa Brown(Com/Family Enr) . 270-925-3039 John Calhoun(Lit/Worship) ......... 270-316-9102 Haley Fitzgerald(Education) ....... 270-993-1111 Mark Heinz(Social Concerns) ..... 270-315-1405

Bo Ivey(Communications) ........ 270-314-5421 John McNulty(Steward/R&R) .. 270-570-7500 Lottie Miller(Finance) ............... 270-316-3274

Social Concerns Cmt St. Vincent de Paul St. Benedict’s Shelter Stephen Ministry “ Habitat for Humanity

Parish Health Group Parish Newsletter “ Parish Photographer “ “ Parish Outreach/Cards Funeral Meal Support “ “ Bereavement Support Welcoming Comm.

Finance Committee Marketing/Hospitality Buildings/Grounds

SOCIAL

CONCERNS Joe Abel Harry Bellew Cindy Bornander Joan Perry LaWanna Brand Mark Heinz

COMMUNITY/FAM ENRICHMENT

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MINISTRY to the SICK

Hospital/Nursing Home...Please notify the Parish Office upon admis-sion of a family member into any hospital or nursing home. Anointing of the Sick...Any parishioner who is ill may request the anointing by calling the Office. Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally every six months. Communion...Any homebound parishioner wishing to receive Com-munion is asked to call the Parish Office at 683-6525.

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