August 2021 Highlights
Spiritual and formational respites in August include:
News & Announcements
Online Baptism Preparation - Baptism MATTERS
The Cathedral Parish of St. Matthew the Apostle celebrates with you as you plan for your child’s baptism! Our new online baptism preparation, Baptism MATTERS, can be completed online, at your own pace, by parents and godparents. Find out more about scheduling a baptism and signing up for online preparation.
Inscripción para el Catecismo 2021 - 2022
Las inscripciones para el Catecismo 2021 - 2022 para niños, adolescentes y adultos serán aceptadas. Leer más.
Free Online Lectio Divina Workshop
Looking for a fresh approach to praying with Sacred Scripture? St. Matthew's Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation brings to our attention a free Lectio Divina Online Workshop offered on August 14, 2021 (with optional follow-up sessions available) by Contemplative Outreach.
Weekday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
The Cathedral opens at 11:30am Monday through Friday (except on holidays or otherwise as announced), and the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration on the main altar until Noon, before the 12:10pm Mass.
St. Thomas Apostle
Fr. Jack Hurley speaks on St. Thomas on the apostle's July 3 feast.
Welcome Back to Mass
- Cardinal Gregory gives video welcome-back to Mass! As previously announced, the dispensation from the Sunday and Holy Day Mass obligation is lifted effective June 26/27, 2021.
- Read "Come Home to the Heart of Communion," a message from Cardinal Gregory (English) (en español).
ADW Information on COVID-19 Vaccine Development
The Archdiocese of Washington Office of Life has provided information to respond to questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and Catholic moral teaching on the matter, at their webpage, Frequently Asked Questions on COVID-19 Vaccine Development. Download a bilingual pdf.
The Year of St. Joseph
“With the Apostolic Letter “Patris Corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron Saint of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from December 8, 2020 to December 8, 2021.
Marriage Preparation and Wedding Scheduling
Couples who are interested in celebrating the Sacrament of Marriage at the Cathedral are encouraged to visit our Marriage webpage and review our guidelines for weddings.
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