CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS BOSTON, MA

CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS LA CATEDRAL DE LA SANTA CRUZ

1400 Washington Street. Boston, MA 02118-2141 Mailing Address: 75 Union Park Street, Boston, MA 02118

Phone: 617.542.5682 • Fax: 617.542.5926 Website: www.holycrossboston.com • Email: Cathedral2@rcab.org

HIS EMINENCE, SEÁN PATRICK CARDINAL O’MALLEY, OFM CAP Archbishop of Boston

CATHEDRAL STAFF/ EQUIPO PASTORAL

Very Rev. Msgr. Kevin J. O’Leary, Rector • Rev. Pablo Gomis, Parochial Vicar

Rev. Mr. Ricardo Mesa, Deacon • Rev. Mr. Luciano Herrera, Deacon

Robert V. Travers, Jr, Pastoral Associate •Sr. Sara Grimaldo, MSW Evangelization

Sr. Ruth Haley, SSND Pastoral Associate • Christopher Kelley, Finance & Operations Manager

Jessica Santiago, Parish Pastoral Secretary • Elizabeth Babaian, Administrative Assistant

Michael Kieloch, Director of Communications • Richard Clark Director of Music •

William Maldonado, Hispanic Choir Director

MASSES IN ENGLISH ● » 4:30 pm Saturday Vigil (Main )

• » 8:00 am / 11:30 am Sunday ( Main)

• » 9:00 am Monday through Saturday (Blessed Sacrament)

• »7:00 pm Saturday Neocatechumenal Way (Lower Church)

MISAS EN ESPAÑOL ●» 9:30am Domingo (Catedral Principal)

●»7:00 pm Martes y Jueves (Capilla de Arriba)

●»7:00 pm Sábado Camino Neocatecumenal (Ingles)

Iglesia de abajo

EXTRAORDINARY FORM LATIN MASS ●» 10:00 am Sunday (Our Lady’s Chapel)

ETHIOPIAN ERITREAN GE’EZ RITE MASS ●» 1:30 pm Sunday (Our Lady’s Chapel)

EXPOSICIÓN DEL SANTÍSIMO / ADORATION ●» Jueves 10:00AM 7:00PM Hora Santa y Adoración

●» Thursday 10:00AM - 7:00PM (Blessed Sacrament Chapel)

PRIMEROS VIERNES ●» 7:00 pm a 8:00 pm (Septiembre - Junio)

CONFESSIONS (Main) or by appointment Monday 10:00 am –11:00 am

Tuesday 10am– 11am or 6pm-7pm

Saturday 10am—11am or 3:45 pm– 4:20 pm

CONFESIONES Iglesia Principal o por cita Lunes 10:00 am –11:00 am Martes 10am– 11am o 6pm-7pm Sábado 10am—11am o 3:45 pm– 4:20 pm

OFFICE HOURS Monday- Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 9:00AM –3:00PM Saturday & Sunday CLOSED

HORARIO DE OFICINA Lunes—Jueves 9:00am—4:00pm Viernes Horas de Verano 9:00am—3:00pm Sábado– Domingo CERRADA

SACRAMENTS / SACRAMENTOS ●» Baptism /Bautismos - Weddings / Bodas ●» RCIA/Catecumenados Contact parish office - Llamar a la oficina

RCIA (Rite Of Christian Initiation For Adults Classes ●» 6:00 pm -700 pm Fridays Bilingual

CATECUMENADOS (bilingüe) ●» 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Viernes

RELIGIOUS ED For Children (6-12) ●» 6-7pm Friday

CATEQUESIS Para niños (6-12) ●» 6-7PM Friday

CONFIRMATION Youth 13–17 ●» 6:00 pm -7:00 pm Wednesday

CONFIRMACION Jóvenes 14–17 ●» 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Miércoles

EVANGELIZATION Let God illuminate your life. Come and join our bible class. Contact Sr. Petra Leon Torres 857–615–1975

EVANGELIZACION Deja que Dios Iluminé tu vida. Ven a recibir las clases bíblicas. Contactar a Hermana Petra León Torres 857–615–1975

GRUPO DE ORACIÓN / SPANISH PRAYER GROUP ●» 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lunes (Capilla de abajo)

●» 7:00 pm -9:00 pm Mondays (Lower Church)

CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS BOSTON, MA

SUN DECEMBER 1

9:30AM Giovanni Martes R.I.P

11:30AM Marie Theresa Bazile R.I.P

MON DECEMBER 2

9:00AM Special Intention Bill & Carole Adams

TUE DECEMBER 3

9:00AM Rosa Barletta R.I.P

WED DECEMBER 4

7:00PM Yesenia Garcia Rosario R.I.P

THU DECEMBER 5

7:00PM Candida Ramona Suriñach R.I.P

FRI DECEMBER 6

9:00AM Bob & Jackie Drexler R.I.P

SAT DECEMBER 7 4:30PM Therese Cesar R.I.P

DECEMBER 1, 2019

MARRIAGE PREPARATION CATECHESIS 2019-2020

Team of Catechists:

Fr. Pablo Gomis, Ricardo Toranzo and Inma, Emanuel Cuello and Facely, Erik Roche and Gisell

November 3– January 11 CLASSES: STARTING NOVEMBER 3 Sunday 7:30PM-8:30PM @ Rosa Hall Fr. Kevin J. O’Leary; Fr. Pablo Gomis For more information contact Fr. Pablo Gomis at 617-542-5682

RCIA PROGRAM 2019-2020 Team of Catechists:

Fr. Pablo Gomis, Diego Valdez, Gabriel Hanley Classes: Fridays 6PM-7PM @ Catechists Room.

Fr. Kevin J. O’Leary; Fr. Pablo Gomis

The program will start on

September 14th, 2019 - April 4, 2020.

This Program will cover the history of Salvation, from Creation to Redemption, making strong empha-sis in the Sacramental Work of Salvation.

THE GIVING TREE Will be up this weekend, with many opportunities for generosity. As Advent begins this weekend, let us remember the less for-tunate among us: the homeless, the dis-advantaged, refugees, persons strug-

gling and ignored by society, both here and abroad. The Child Jesus, whose birth we are preparing to celebrate, came to save all peoples of all genera-tions; the kindness we show to "the least" among us is kindness we show to Him. Thank you for your generosity and caring 1. Please DO NOT take a tag unless you plan to pur-chase and return the gift. All gifts are “checked-in” to make sure we give to families that has requested help, 2. You may take more than one tag! 3. All gifts are DUE back by December 16, 2019. Late gifts will be accepted but we want to make sure the gifts get to the families on time! Please drop gifts at Cathedral Parish Office.

CHRISTMAS FLOWER DONATIONS We are

now accepting donations for the Christmas Flowers

that will grace the altar during the Christmas Season.

If you would like to remember a loved one at this

Blessed Season, kindly print the name of the de-

ceased, and the name of the donor on one of the

Christmas Flower Envelopes found at the doors of

the Cathedral. A contact number or e-mail is also

helpful, in case we are unsure of the spelling of the

name listed. Your family would be remember on Ho-

ly Family day December 29th 2019 , we will need

your names by Sunday, December 22nd

CATEDRAL DE LA SANTA CRUZ BOSTON, MA

1 DE DICIEMBRE 2019

INVITAMOS: Primer sábado de cada mes, a participar en la misas de 9:00am y continuar con el rezo del Santo Rosario.

TE INVITAMOS A PARTICIPAR: Devoción al Sa-grado Corazón De Jesús. El Primer Viernes de cada mes, con exposición del Santísimo Sacramento de 7:30pm– 8:30pm

GRUPO DE ORACIÓN: Todos los lunes 7:00pm en la Iglesia de abajo.

PARA CLASES DE BAUTISMOS por favor de Regis-trarse en la oficina.

REGISTRACION PARA EL PROGRAMA DE EDUCACION RELIGIOSA

2019- 2020

LA CATEQUESIS DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA

Serán los Viernes de 6pm a 7pm en lugares asignados en

la parte inferior de la Iglesia. El primer día de Catequesis

será el Viernes 20 de Septiembre.

LAS CATEQUESIS DE CONFIRMACIÓN

Serán los Miércoles de 6pm a 7pm en la Capilla de abajo

CUOTA DE REGISTRACION El curso de Educación

Religiosa 2019-2020 tendrá una cuota de registración de

$30, para la adquisición de materiales y demás gastos

relacionados con las actividades la Educación Religiosa.

Las familias que registren a más de un niño solo pagaran

por uno. Mas información llamar a la oficina 617-542-

5683

CATEQUESIS DE PREPARACION MATRIMONIAL 2019-2020

Equipo de Catequistas: P. Pablo Gomis, Ricardo Toran-zo e Inma, Emanuel Cuello y Facely, Erik Roche y Gisell

CLASES: Comienzan Domingo 3 de Noviembre 7:30PM-8:30PM - Rosa Hall P. Kevin J. O'Leary; P. Pablo Gomis

Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con el P. Pablo Gomis al 617-542-5682

PROGRAMA RCIA 2019-2020 Equipo de Catequistas: P. Pablo Gomis, Diego Valdez, Gabriel Hanley

CLASES: Viernes 6PM– 7PM P. Kevin J. O'Leary , P. Pablo Gomis

El programa comenzará el 14 de septiembre de 2019 y finalizará el 4 de abril de 2020.

Este Programa cubrirá la historia de la Salvación, desde la Creación hasta la Redención, haciendo un fuerte énfa-sis en la Obra Sacramental de Salvación. ATRÉVETE INICIA EL CAMINO!

Encuentro Juvenil Hispano 2019 14 de diciembre 2pm– 8pm

Santuario de Madonna Queen del Universo 145-147 Gladston St East Boston, MA 02120

De 13 – 30 años, $20 de cooperación incluye comida y entrada. Por favor de hablar con hermana Sara al 857-615-1975

Nos reuniremos como jóvenes Hispanos a Celebrar la Eucaristía con nuestro Cardenal Sean O’Malley Y alabara al Señor, tendremos la participación de la Banda Vuelta en U de Texas, que nos animara con su Música.

ÁRBOL DE NAVIDAD Este fin de semana, estará el Árbol de Navidad con muchas oportunidades de generosidad. Al comenzar el Adviento este fin de semana, recordemos a los menos afortunados entre nosotros: los

desamparados, los desfavorecidos, los refugiados, las personas que luchan y son ignoradas por la so-ciedad, tanto aquí como en el extranjero. El Niño Jesús, cuyo nacimiento estamos preparando para celebrar, vino a salvar a todos los pueblos de todas las generaciones; la bondad que mostramos a "lo menos" entre nosotros es la bondad que le mostra-mos a Él. Gracias por su generosidad y cariño. 1- NO tome una etiqueta a menos que vas comprar y devolver el regalo. Todos los regalos "son regis-trados" para asegurarnos de que se lo entreguemos a las familias que han solicitado ayuda. ¡Puedes tomar más de una etiqueta! Todos los rega-los deben ser entregados el 16 de diciembre de 2019. Se aceptarán los últimos regalos, pero quere-mos asegurarnos de que los regalos lleguen a las familias a tiempo. Por favor deje los regalos en la oficina parroquial de la catedral.

FLORES DE NAVIDAD Ahora estamos aceptando donaciones para las Flores de Navidad que adornarán el altar durante la Tempo-rada de Navidad. Si desea recordar a un ser querido en esta Temporada Bienaventurada, escriba amable-mente el nombre del difunto y el nombre del donante en uno de los sobres de flores de Navidad que se en-cuentran en las puertas de la Catedral. Un número de contacto o correo electrónico también es útil, en caso de que no estemos seguros de la ortografía del nom-bre indicado. Su familia será recordada el día de la Sagrada Familia el 29 de diciembre de 2019, necesi-taremos los sobres con nombres para el domingo 22 de diciembre.

CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS BOSTON, MA

DECEMBER 1, 2019

MASS CARDS AND SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS

Parishioners are welcome to come to the office to request a Mass Card or a Spiritual Bouquet. The Mass Card is a remembrance by which we offer an announced Mass for the repose of the soul of the de-ceased person or for the intentions of the living. The Spiritual Bouquet is an enrollments in which we re-member the person enrolled at Mass offered every week for both living and deceased.

CARING FOR YOUR SOUL A group dedicated to mutual support and encourage-ment drawing on prayer and spirituality as positive resources in the struggle with emotional health is-sues, in our own lives and the lives of those we love.

TIME & LOCATION CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS

1400 Washington Street Boston Mass

Meetings take place the on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 am - 11:30 am in ROSA HALL (lower level of the church) Entrance on Union Park Street. Accessible Silver Line L4 or L5 and Next meeting DECEMBER 4

No one should feel alone in their struggle with any physical or emotional illness. Sharing each oth-er’s stories can be liberating and welcome break in the silence that often surrounds emotional illness. This is the place to speak out and be heard in a safe confidential, and non-judgmental environment, where isolation and stigma dissipate as supportive community is created. All are Welcome Refreshments will be offered

NEW CHOIR MEMBERS WELCOME! We are in need of new choir members at the 11:30 a.m. to sing with us. If you have a musical talent to share with the community, we would love to have you join us. Please stop by and see Richard Clark after Mass, or email him at Rich-ardJaClark@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS REGISTRATION FOR THE PROGRAM OF

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2019-2020 THE CATECHESIS OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION will take place on Fridays from 6pm to 7pm in designat-ed places in the Lower Church. The first day of Catech-esis will be Friday, September 20th. THE CATECHESIS OF CONFIRMATION Will take place on Wednesdays from 6pm to 7pm in the Lower Church. The first day of Catechesis of Confirma-tion will be Wednesday, September 11th. REGISTRATION FEE The Registration fee for 2019-2020 will be $30. This will be used to pay for materials and other expenses related to Religious Education activities.

IS God Calling You? Will you answer the call?

Only Qualifications Needed: Love for God Love for Children Interest in sharing our faith A willingness to grow. Training is available

Looking for volunteers to assist with our Faith Formation Program

If you have any question, please call Sister Ruth Ha-ley SSND at the Cathedral Office 617-542-5682 or Sister.Ruth.Haley@gmail.com

It’s that time of the year again!!!

CATHEDRAL CARES

Is offering FREE FLU CLINICS

All are welcome

WHERE: Cathedral of the Holy Cross Rosa Hall enter thru Union Park Street (handicap ramp), ac-cessible to the MBTA Silver Line. 18yrs or older. For more information contact the parish office at 617-542-5682 WHEN: Tuesday - December 8, 2019

TIME:9:30AM – 12:00PM

CATHOLIC CHARITIES LABOURE CENTER 275 West Broadway

South Boston, Ma 02127

Free English Classes for Adult Immigrants New School in South Boston

Online Classes—Transition to College

AVAILABLE CLASSES:

Morning Classes 9:00am -1:00pm 4 days a week

Evening Classes 5:30pm - 8:30pm 3 days a week

English– Math and Computer Classes To Apply drop by in person Monday– Thursday

9am– 8pm for more information call 617-464-8551

DECEMBER 1, 2019

SINGING THE SCRIPTURES AT MASS You might notice — particularly at the 11:30 a.m. Mass — a Gregorian Chant at the very be-ginning of Mass prior to the processional hymn. This chant, called the “Introit,” simply means “entrance.” But its significance is far greater. These ancient melodies have been sung as far back to the sixth and seventh centuries. With specific chants prescribed for each Mass, they express an important element of scripture that prepare us spiritually for Mass. (The English translation can be found in the program.) Their otherworldly and ethereal tone is so unlike anything in our secular culture. This is a reminder to bring our mind and hearts away from the world and towards God. Such music also fills the 10 a.m. Latin Mass at the Cathedral. Furthermore, the Ethiopian Ge’ez Rite Mass at the Cathedral has its own ancient tradition of chant that fosters reverence and a profound sense of the sacred. At the Cathedral we have a special responsibility and charism. We are a parish, but at the same time the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Boston. We welcome visitors far and wide every Sunday; we welcome many diverse communities and groups from all over the Archdiocese. Perhaps indicative of this welcoming diversity are Masses celebrated in four languages each and every Sunday at the Cathedral parish. As such, our sacred music at the Cathedral has a special obligation to be a liturgical model. In part this is to reaffirm our Roman Catholic identity! But more importantly, singing these scriptures each week transforms for the spirit. You’ll notice Communion Antiphons most eve-ry week at English Speaking Masses (and always at the Latin Mass). These chants most often point back to the Gospel. This marriage of sung scripture and the Eucharist is no accident; it is part of our ancient and rich Catholic tradition. Furthermore, when we sing the scriptures, we join ourselves to the generations of faith before us. Drawing heavily from the Psalms, the Mass connects us back thousands of years to our forebears in faith. While many generations have worshipped here at this Cathedral, we are a part of that and are connected. We are grateful for your presence. When you pray with us in this broad and eclec-tic community, you strengthen the parish. When you strengthen the Cathedral Parish, you strengthen the great people of the Archdiocese. We never know what burdens, grief, sorrows or joy people carry in their hearts as they enter the doors of this cathedral. Your prayer — sung, spoken, and in your hearts — uplifts us all. For this, we are all grateful! --Richard J. Clark, Archdiocesan and Cathedral Director of Music & Organist