We will pray the rosary during the mass on the first Saturday of every month. This is done at the request of Our Lady during her appearance at Fatima. We especially pray for those in most need. If you cannot attend the Rosary at Mass, it is recommended that you do so privately.
In the Year of Our Lord, 2025
The Old Catholic Apostolic Church of the Americas is the Mother Church of the Cathedral Parish of St. Jude. Here at the Cathedral Parish, as with all parishes of the OCAOA, you will find a loving spirit of acceptance, appreciation and true welcome as you are, without judgment. All are welcome at the table of the Lord because the reception of the Body and Blood of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, is not a reward, but a freely given gift to anyone who wishes to receive it.
Mass this week is offered for
Jacqui and Grace and their families
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WE WILL RECITE THE DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET THIS EVENING.
Joann Soyak will lead the Chaplet by leading the Our Father… The Hail Mary… and the Apostle’s Creed. Joann will recite all the Eternal Father’s said on the large beads.
Everyone will recite the 5 decades of the “For the sake…”
At the end of the Chaplet, Joann will recite the Holy God… 3 times and end the Chaplet with the sign of the cross.
Articles for the Parish Press
If there is something going on in your life, family or anything important to you, and you would like to share it with the Parish, please send it to me 2 weeks prior to the event. If you want to share something that already took place, simply send it to me and I will make sure to print it.
Sunday of the Divine Mercy
The Sacred Heart of Jesus
June is devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This commentary from St. Pope John Paul II provides a wonderful reflection:
“In the Sacred Heart, every treasure of wisdom and knowledge is hidden. The Heart of the Lord Jesus is the starting point of the holiness of each one of us. From the Heart of the Lord Jesus let us learn the love of God and understanding of the mystery of sin. Let us make acts of reparation to the Divine Heart for the sins committed by us and by our fellow men. Let us make reparation for rejecting God’s goodness and love. Let us draw close each day to this fount from which flow springs of living water. Let us cry out with the Samaritan woman 'Give us this water', for it wells up to eternal life.”
In a recent general audience, the new Pope referred to the parable of the Good Samaritan, stating that this story teaches that “eternal life is found through showing mercy.” He uses this story to remind us that too often we are “like the priest and the Levite who passed by on the other side, at times we fail to be true neighbors to those around us, caught up in our own interests and the busyness of life. The Good Samaritan surprises us by his compassion, and his example of generosity challenges us to lay aside our selfishness."
I’m sure all of us can relate to this. Let's use this time in June to step back and think about what it means to be a true neighbor, and how we can help our parish community be a welcome place that pushes away the darkness of loneliness. We are reminded that Christ is the Good Samaritan who “heals our wounds and restores our hope.” It is important that we turn to the Sacred Heart, the model of true humanity, and pray that our hearts be more like his!
SUMMER GOINGS ON
Donna has had her knee surgery done and finds the work of getting through this to be somewhat daunting. Please continue to pray for her and Russ so that they will be back here soon.
I would like to start a new tradition here at the Cathedral Parish. We celebrate the Feast of All Saints on November 1st and we will commemorate the Feast of All Souls on that same day. We have all lost loved ones over the years and often look for a way to honor and remember them. I would like you to bring photos or other things that are important to you. We will put them on a table in front of the Altar. Then, before and after Mass you can share them with one another.
Anyone choosing to join in this remembrance will need to arrive at least 15 minutes early to help set up and when we are finished after Mass, you will be responsible for helping to take your memorabilia with you and put the table away. I will need to know if you are able to take part in this so that I can clear it with Christ Church.
I will need to hear from you via email at juliusl@rcn.com no later than Sept. 13th so we can make all the arrangements and plans. I would also like to know if there is anything you might want to add.
I think this would be a lovely way to remember our families and loved ones since it is not always possible to get to the Cemetery on this day. I look forward to hearing from you.
Bazinga Racing came in 4th place at their race in CT on the first weekend in August. We wish them Congratulations and continued luck.
