Prayers and Welcome, Archbishop Gregory!
St. Matthew’s joins with the Church of Washington in welcoming its new shepherd, Archbishop Wilton Gregory, as the seventh Archbishop of Washington! What's in store? At his April 4 press conference he said, “I seek to reinvigorate a new hope. I have to be in the parishes. I have to meet with our priests.” ......“I want to establish a bond and encounter the people of the archdiocese. I have to be in the field. The best time for any bishop is the time they spend with their people. I want to be in the midst of our people, listening to them, praying with them, dining with them.”
St. Matthew’s Cathedral Parish has joined with 800 Catholic communities, organizations, and institutions in the United States to declare that “We are still in” on actions that meet the climate goals outlined in the Paris Agreement. Many other state, tribal, and local governments, as well as businesses, financial institutions, and other faith organizations have made a similar pledge.
As the Church continues to minister to all survivors of abuse, the Archdiocese of Washington is sponsoring retreats for survivors. The Archdiocese will offer a men’s retreat on April 5 – 7 and a women’s retreat on April 12 – 14 for survivors. These retreats are an occasion for survivors to reflect on God’s plan for their lives and for healing through prayer and the sacraments. ![[title]](/docs/resize/imagecache/w275/breakfast_donations_request-176x114.jpg)
The Homeless Ministry needs additional volunteers to provide donations of breakfast food for the poor and homeless who visit our parish on Monday mornings for breakfast, Bible study, a bagged lunch, and toiletries.
All are welcome to attend our monthly committee meetings to learn more about service opportunities and upcoming events. Help us with planning and organizing activities that assist those in need and engage us to live the Gospel message.
