Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral aints Peter & Paul Cathedral St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands Diocese of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands P.O. Box 301767 St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00803-1767 Tel: (340) 774-0201 Fax: (340) 776-9586 GOTTLIEB’S QUICKWAY E-mail: [email protected] Webpage: www.cathedralvi.com Streaming of our Masses. Copy this address to your browser: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/dBEVUMduuFT OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK (340) 774-1092 SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME July 24, 2016 Rev. Msgr. Jerome Feudjio, Rector Bishop Herbert A. Bevard MASS SCHEDULE L&G AUTO PARTS WEEKENDS Monday – Fridays 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (340) 774 - 5175 Saturday: 6:00 PM (Vigil Mass) Sunday: 6:30 AM 8:30 AM 10:30 AM 12:30 PM (Spanish) SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS! WEEKDAYS Monday - 7:00 AM Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 AM., 12:15 PM Tuesday: 7:00 PM (Spanish) Saturday: 7:30 AM Holidays: 7:00 AM TRIDENTINE LATIN MASS LEARN AND CELEBRATE YOUR CATHOLIC HERITAGE COMING SOON TO ST. THOMAS FOR INFORMATION CONTACT THE VIRGIN ISLANDS TRIDENTINE LATIN MASS ASSOCIATION @ (340) 332-0006 Religious Articles on Sale @ Gift Shop Open Monday thru Saturday DEVOTIONS th Bishop Elliott Thomas celebrates his 90 birthday surrounded by staff of Saints Peter & Paul Cathedral Open Daily from 7AM Serving Awesome breakfast selections 7am - 10:30am and Lunch10:30am - 4:30pm: Grilled Sandwiches, Fresh Salads, Wraps and Fresh Local Fish, Conch in Butter Sauce, Stewed Meats and Other Local Specialties. We Offer a Variety of Juices: Ginger Beer, Passion Fruit, Tamarind, Lemonade, etc, Mike’s Bloody Mary & Tropical Cocktails. Located on the waterfront above the ferry terminal. Visit us on Facebook, 340-776-2976. LOCATION 2322 Kronprindsens Gade Main Street, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands OFFICE HOURS Tuesday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Saturday - 8:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. RECTOR Rev. Msgr. Jerome Feudjio ST. ANNE’S CHAPEL Administrator Fr. Bruce Anderson Location Altona 42, Carenage/Frenchtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Virgin Islands Phone: (340) 714-5231 PRIEST IN RESIDENCE Fr. John Fewel DEACONS Rev. Mr. Jose Vazquez Rev. Mr. Wilfredo Acosta Rev. Mr. Clement Danet ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Vacant Please patronize these sponsors. It is through their generous support that this church Bulletin is provided to the Parish. **Fees for Ad Renewals were due by June 15, 2016. ** 8 BUSINESS MANAGER Mrs. Bernadine Barnes Saints Peter & Paul Catholic School (JK-12) Principal Fr. Eduardo Santiago-Ortiz Assistant Principal Fr. Bruce Anderson Phone (340) 774-2199 Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Wednesdays before all the Masses) Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Tuesday: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM Friday:8:00 AM- 12:00 PM HOLY HOUR Tuesday: 5:30 PM First Friday: Before the 12:15 PM. Mass Confessions: Tuesday-Friday: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 PM. - 5:45 PM Religious Education: Sunday after the 8:30 AM. Mass school mass: Wednesday: 8:05 AM MISSION STATEMENT To continue the ministry of Jesus Christ by: Preaching the Good News to a Caribbean Community in keeping with the vision of the Roman Catholic Church. Furthering the faith of God’s people with sound teaching and meaningful liturgies in keeping with the apostolic tradition. Promoting and implementing inclusive strategies to meet the needs of the populations that worship at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral. Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral July 24, 2016 SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32: Abraham bargained with God for the safety of the innocent. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 138:1-2, 2-3, 6-7, 7-8: “Lord, on the day I called for help, you answered me.” Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral St. Thomas, Virgin Islands DISCOUNT TRAVEL AGENCY Your complete Travel Store 2369 Kronprindsens Gade St. Thomas, VI 00802 Tel: (340) 777-8273 Email: [email protected] Second Reading: Colossians 2:12-14: God nailed our sins to the cross of Christ. Gospel: Luke 11:1-13: Jesus teaches us to pray and reminds us to persevere in prayer. Today’s readings underscore the power of a good relationship with the Lord our God. Would it have been possible for Abraham to bargain with God for the lives of the people in Sodom and Gomorrah had he not already known God well? And how can we call God our Father unless we are personally familiar with the Lord? Today’s readings invite us to examine our relationship with God. DAILY READINGS SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2016 7:30 AM - The Farrington Family Rb. Ariel Farrington 6:00 PM SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2016: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 AM - †Louis Denis Laplace Rb. Denise Laplace & family 8:30 AM - For the People of the Parish 10:30 AM - †Jeanette Ann Mahoney Rb. her former co-workers 12:30 PM - †Lidia Maria de la Rosa Rb. su hermana, Maria Tapia MONDAY, JULY 25, 2016: 7:00AM - Bishop Elliott Thomas (90th Birthday) Rb. Maureen Peterson Sunday/Domingo, July 24 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32 Second Reading: Colossians 2:12-14 Gospel: Luke 11:1-13 Ultra Pure Bottled Water Chi-Co’s Distributing, Inc. PO Box 302250 Lindberg Bay #18 St. Thomas, VI 00801 Tel: (340) 776-5894 Fax: (340) 776-5854 THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR ADVERTISING Tuesday/Martes, July 26 THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2016: 7:00 AM - †Ann Marie LaPlace Rb. Her Son 12:15 PM FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2016: 7:00 AM - Artra Watlington (Birthday) Rb. Lectors Ministry 12:15 PM - First Reading: Jeremiah 26:1-9 Gospel: John 11:19-27 or Luke 10:3842 2 HELP WHERE YOU LEAST EXPECT IT!! 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Pearla Larsen & Family 12:15 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2016: 7:00 AM - Workers involved in the Restoration of the Cathedral 12:15 PM - SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2016 7:30 AM 6:00 PM - Winni Garfield Rb. The Watlington & Connell Families 340-774-0054 Wednesday/Miercoles, July 27 Doctor’s Clinical Laboratory Cynthia de Gula Burt, BSMT/RMT Medical Technologist Thursday/Jueves, July 28 First Reading: Jeremiah 18:1-6 Gospel: Matthew 13: 47-53 1010 Tenth St. Suite 1 Estate Thomas US Virgin Islands 00802 Phone 340-774-2760 Friday/Viernes, July 29 Laboratory Hours Monday thru Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm Saturday 7:00 am-1:00pm Saturday/Sabado, July 30 First Reading: Jeremiah 26:11-16, 24 Gospel: Matthew 14:1-12 Sunday/Domingo, July 31 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23 Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11 Gospel: Luke 12:13-21 Inter-Island Barging & Tractor Services “Bridging the Gap” BOYSON, INC. P.O. BOX 165 Cruz Bay, St. John,USVI 00830 Tel: (340) 776 6294 CAPT. NOEL BOYNES, Sr. - President Capt. Cheri Boynes-Jackson - Vice President Capt. James Boynes Capt. Michael Jackson, Sr. 7 Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Anuncios de la Semana Tiempo Ordinario – Ciclo C Décimo Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Entrada: En las lecturas de hoy, la Iglesia nos invita a reflexionar sobre la oración. La Misa es la oración suprema donde como comunidad oramos con Cristo, realmente presente en medio de su pueblo, en la acción de gracias al Padre. Primera lectura: Génesis 20-32 Esta página del Génesis nos habla de la bondad y generosidad de Dios para la conciliación; también se destaca la fuerza de la intercesión humana. Salmo Responsorial: Salmo 144, 10-11. 15-16. 17-18 Señor, Cuando te invoqué, me socorriste en mis necesidades. Segunda lectura: Colosenses 2, 12-14 Por nuestro bautismo fuimos sepultados y resucitados con Cristo. La cruz de Jesús fue el instrumento que nos salvó de todos los males, también de los pecados. Si estamos identificados con Cristo Jesús, podemos pedir y rezar al Padre en su nombre. Evangelio: Lucas 11, 1-13 El evangelista san Lucas nos da una verdadera catequesis sobre la oración. Cristo, modelo de orantes, nos enseñó la mejor oración: el padrenuestro. Insistió, además, en la necesidad de perseverar en la oración. Pistas para la Oración Por la iglesia, para que Dios ilumine al Papa y a todos los obispos y podamos permanecer unidos en oración. Por la familia, para que rece unida y mantenga así su unidad en torno a valores más altos y verdaderos. Por los pecadores, para que Dios les mueva a la penitencia y sean reconciliados. Por los que buscan a Dios, para que encuentren la respuesta en su Palabra y en el testimonio de Cristo. Por los jóvenes de nuestras comunidades y parroquia, para que respondan con generosidad a la llamada de Dios. Por nosotros, para que profundicemos cada día más en nuestra oración. 6 LA SEGUNDA COLECTA La segunda colecta este fin de semana es para los Seminaristas. El fin de semana próximo la colecta será para el beneficio de la Restauración de la Catedral. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones. LA SUPLICA DEL OBISPO A partir del 28 de junio de 2016, hemos alcanzado nuestra meta al contribuir el 100% de lo prometido para la Súplica del Obispo. Hasta el momento 69 donantes han participado. Muchísimas gracias a los colaboradores. Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS SECOND COLLECTION The second collection this weekend is for the formation of the Seminarians. Next weekend’s collection will be taken up for the Cathedral Restoration Fund. Thank you for your generous contributions. CONDOLENCES BISHOP’S APPEAL As of June 28, 2016 with outstanding pledges we attained 100% of the parish’s commitment towards the Bishop’s Appeal. A total of 69 donors participated in the campaign. Thank you for honoring your pledges. PARA SEGUIR LAS MISAS A TRAVES DE LA RED Para poder seguir las misas a través de la red, favor de ir a www.cathedralvi.com y hacer clic en “video streaming.” STREAMING OF MASSES ! In order to view our Masses online, please go to www.cathedralvi.com and click on video streaming. LA ESCUELA CATOLICA DE LOS SANTOS PEDRO Y PABLO La matrícula para el Año Escolar 2016-2017 ha comenzado. Si tiene niños, o un niño, de edad escolar favor de matricularlos. Favor de llamar para hacer una cita para la prueba de admisión lo antes posible. Lo NUEVO en la escuela es nuestra Academia de Tecnología Informativa (IT en inglés) para los grados de noveno a duodécimo y también nuestra Academia de Tecnología Informativa para los alumnos de escuela intermedia (de séptimo y octavo grados). Nuestra escuela católica también ofrecerá una trayectoria vocacional en la escuela secundaria. Ofrecemos una educación católica de muy alta calidad. Favor de comunicarse con nosotros al (340) 774-2199 o por correo electrónico a [email protected] para más información o para hacer una cita para una prueba de admisión. El año escolar en la Escuela Católica de los Santos Pedro y Pablo comenzará el 22 de agosto de 2016. SAINTS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Enrollment for the Academic Year 2016-2017 has begun. If you have a child or children that are of school age, please register them. Call to make an appointment for testing as soon as possible. NEW at SPPCS is our IT Academy for grades 9th –12th and our Junior IT Academy for grades 7th and 8th. SPPCS will also be offering a Vocational track for High School. We offer a Quality Catholic Education. Contact us at 340-774-2199 or at [email protected] for more information or to schedule a testing appointment. The Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School Academic Year begins on the 22nd of August, 2016. SE NECESITAN VOLUNTARIOS PARA CONDUCIR EL AUTOBUS DE LA IGLESIA Necesitamos más voluntarios para conducir el autobús de la iglesia los domingos. Los interesados favor de llamar a la oficina al (340) 774-0201. JULY 24, 2016 DEACON WILLIAM “BILL” KENNY Our brother and friend, Deacon Bill Kenny, died peacefully in the Lord on Friday, July 8th at his home. First viewing will take place at Hurley Funeral Home from 5 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27th. The funeral will be celebrated at Holy Family Church in Estate Anna’s Retreat on Thursday, July 28, 2016. Viewing will begin at 9 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Please keep Deacon Kenny and his family in your prayers.Condolence messages can be sent to Mrs. Barbara Kenny and family at the following address: P.O. Box 304672, St. Thomas, VI 00803. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen * Our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Fitzroy Davis, parishioner of Holy Family Church. Please contact the church office at 340775-1650 for funeral arrangements. * Our Condolences to the family of Mr. Richard Moron, whose funeral was celebrated on Friday, July 22, 2016. May his soul rest in eternal peace. _______________________________________ VOLUNTEER CHURCH VAN DRIVERS NEEDED We are seeking additional volunteer drivers to operate the Church van on Sundays. Call the Office at (340) 774-0201. YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Group Meetings are held on Fridays at 4:00 pm in Registration forms for the Religious Education the Hospitality Lounge. Contact the Office at 774-0201 for program 2016-2017 school year, are available additional information. at the church office. Parents are encouraged to register their child/children.Classes are 8 HOURS FOR THE LORD scheduled to begin on September 11, 2016. In Fr. Louis Olive, C.SS.R will host an 8 hour (7:00am - 3:00 pm) with the Lord initiative on Wednesday August 3, 2016 addition , volunteers are needed to serve as a teachers or assistants in the program. Interested at Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral. All are invited. persons should call the church office for more HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH information. The Holy Family Catholic Church will be celebrating its 69th Annual Patronal Feast of Our Lady of Cassi Hill on Sunday, August 14, 2016. The annual pilgrimage will commence at 2:30 pm from Four Winds Plaza Parking Lot. The Procession will lead to Cassi Hill at Holy Family Church’s Shrine then to the Church where a closing Mass will be celebrated at 3:00 pm. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS Catholic Daughters of the Americas will be hosting A Tourist for A Day on Saturday, September 24, 2016. The Tour of the Island begins at Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral at 8:30 am and concludes at 3:00 pm, Magens Bay Shed # 4 with lunch, music and swimming. Donation is $40.00.Tickets are available from CDA Members or Alicia Doute’at 340-626-8607. HURRICANE PRAYER God, our Father, all the elements of nature obey your commands. Keep us safe from the dangers of hurricanes and all other natural disasters. Let us always feel the presence of your love. May we be secure in your protection and turn our fears into praise of your goodness. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen! 3 Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church July 24, 2016 ONLINE GIVING IS COMING SOON Benefits for You: • No check writing or ATM stops before church • Safe, secure, and confidential • Use your checking, savings, or credit card • Schedule recurring or one-time donations • Change a gift or account any time you like • Choose offertory, special funds, pledges • Earn rewards through your credit card Tabernacle Devotional Light The Vigil Light will be Lit In the Cathedral For please take note FUNERAL MASSES Funeral Masses at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral are held on the designated day at 9:30 AM. If you would like a different time, please contact the pastor. Viewings will not take place inside the Cathedral and funerals are not generally held on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Thank you for your cooperation. WEDDING MASSES Anyone wishing to have his or her wedding celebrated at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral must contact the Church Office six months prior to the celebration by calling (340) 774-0201 or go to our webpage at www.cathedralvi.com. The Sacrament of Matrimony is generally celebrated on a Saturday between the hours of 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. However, if you would like a different time for your wedding, please contact the pastor. Saturday mornings are reserved for cleaning and decorating the church. VISITORS’ CORNER We welcome all those visiting with us today. If you are interested in knowing more about our parish or wish to register for membership, please contact the Parish office by calling (340) 7740201. We sincerely thank you for worshipping with us. We pray for you now and always. If you are here during the week, please feel free to schedule a tour of the Cathedral. All the Sick and Homebound of the Parish OFF-ISLAND Requested by ROY SCHNEIDER HOSPITAL The Pastor From July 23-30, 2016 ADORATION CHAPEL The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on Tuesdays and Fridays in the Chapel adjacent to the Church office, downstairs. Spend some time with the Lord. HOME OR NURSING HOME Bishop Elliott Thomas Wellington Duncan Rita Duncan Marion Bertrand Hylliss Walters Sir Knolly Beazer Lucinda Turbe Olive Sebastian ClintonShillingford Donald Francois Stephany Louzan Maria Simmonds Florine Tucker Davis Celestine Vitalyn Henry Joseph Simmonds Fr. John Gauci Monica Birkley Carolyn Raymo Josephine Noch Daril R. Evans Mildred Sille Fr. George Dorn Milton Lynch Mildred Hodge Fr. John Solomon Irma Hansen Joan Francis Delta George John Henley Grace Todman Venia Sakhrani Gwynneth Moolenaar Petrona Stanislaus Winifred Hodge Alice Joseph Rafaela Sanes Veronique Georges GloriaEmmanuelCarter Althea Taylor Merlyn Jacobs Aurio Correa SOLAR PANELS OFFERTORY / OFERTORIO July 17, 2016 Our last week’s offertory amounted to: $5,894.55 Second Collection $1,545.02 Thank you for your generosity! Gracias por su generosidad! 4 A special Committee has been established to look at the feasibility of installing solar panels at the Cathedral in efforts to proactively address increasing utility costs. SPPC POLO/ T- SHIRTS for sale - variety of colors to choose from. Visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for yours today. Now Accepting Debit/Credit Cards. Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church PARISH INFORMATION St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands ANNOUNCEMENTS PARISH REGISTRATION All Parishioners 18 years and older are urged to register at the Church Office. The Parish is often expected to provide proof of Baptism, Confirmation, and other miscellaneous letters for individuals. This service is more easily and speedily rendered if the person is a registered, active and contributing member of our parish. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Baptisms are generally held on the last Sunday of the month. Requests for a different date and time will be honoured to the extent possible. Parents and sponsors who have not yet received the required baptismal instruction are expected to do so by attending our baptismal preparation program. Call the Parish Office well in advance so that class arrangements can be made. INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC FAITH? All persons wanting to learn more about the Catholic faith are invited to join the RCIA class. Practicing Catholics who want to become more knowledgeable in the faith are also invited. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which people become members of the Roman Catholic Church. Call the Parish Office at 340-774-0201 for more information. RCIA CLASSES Catechetical sessions for RCIA candidates are held every Tuesday evening at 6:00 pm in the Church Office. Please call the Office for further information. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Contact the priest 9-12 months in advance. A Wedding Handbook is available from the Parish Office which provides the necessary information on arranging for a marriage. Our Fundaising Committee wishes to a nnounce that they will be conducting a raffle from August 1 thru November 15. In addition to cash prizes of $10,000.00 and $3,000.00, gifts will include a caribbean cruise for two, $1,000.00 and $500.00 coupons for gas, hotel stay, spa treatments, jewelery, dinners, etc. The drawing will take place on November 20, 2016. Thank you for your support! Joining the Catholic Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING/MINISTRY TO THE SICK In an emergency, contact the parish at any time if you or a loved one are hospitalized, or are confined to home or a nursing facility, to receive the Eucharist and/or Anointing. Hospitals and healthcare facilities The formation of adults and process by which they are no longer routingly inform churches when a parishioner is admitted. initiated into the Church is known as the “Rite of Christian DISCERNING A VOCATION? Priesthood or Vocation as a Religious Sister or Brother. Those considering entering the Priesthood or a religious vocation, please contact your Pastor. PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR JULY UNIVERSAL INTENTION: That indigenous peoples, whose identity and very existence are threatened, will be shown due respect. INTENTION FOR EVANGELIZATION: That the Church in Latin America and the Caribbean, by means of her mission to the continent, may announce the Gospel with renewed vigor and enthusiasm. Initiation of Adults,” or the “RCIA.” The RCIA is for: Unbaptized... persons at the age of reason (7 years and older) who follow a process to help them grow in awareness to God’s call to conversion as well as ways to respond to that call. They are considered catechumens. Baptized in Another Christian Church... those catechized and uncatechized persons from a faith tradition other than Catholic who are seeking full communion with the Roman Catholic Church (Eucharist and Confirmation). They are considered candidates. Baptized but uncatechized Catholic Adults... persons who were baptized as infants in the Catholic Church yet not given any religious upbringing within the Catholic Tradition. These adults will be prepared to celebrate the sacraments of penance, confirmation and eucharist. They are also considered candidates. Please contact the Office at 340-774-0201 for information on upcoming classes. 5 Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church July 24, 2016 ONLINE GIVING IS COMING SOON Benefits for You: • No check writing or ATM stops before church • Safe, secure, and confidential • Use your checking, savings, or credit card • Schedule recurring or one-time donations • Change a gift or account any time you like • Choose offertory, special funds, pledges • Earn rewards through your credit card Tabernacle Devotional Light The Vigil Light will be Lit In the Cathedral For All the Sick and Homebound of the Parish Requested by The Pastor From July 23-30, 2016 ADORATION CHAPEL The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on Tuesdays and Fridays in the Chapel adjacent to the Church office, downstairs. Spend some time with the Lord. please take note FUNERAL MASSES Funeral Masses at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral are held on the designated day at 9:30 AM. If you would like a different time, please contact the pastor. Viewings will not take place inside the Cathedral and funerals are not generally held on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Thank you for your cooperation. WEDDING MASSES Anyone wishing to have his or her wedding celebrated at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral must contact the Church Office six months prior to the celebration by calling (340) 774-0201 or go to our webpage at www.cathedralvi.com. The Sacrament of Matrimony is generally celebrated on a Saturday between the hours of 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. However, if you would like a different time for your wedding, please contact the pastor. Saturday mornings are reserved for cleaning and decorating the church. VISITORS’ CORNER We welcome all those visiting with us today. If you are interested in knowing more about our parish or wish to register for membership, please contact the Parish office by calling (340) 7740201. We sincerely thank you for worshipping with us. We pray for you now and always. If you are here during the week, please feel free to schedule a tour of the Cathedral. OFF-ISLAND ROY SCHNEIDER HOSPITAL HOME OR NURSING HOME Bishop Elliott Thomas Wellington Duncan Rita Duncan Marion Bertrand Hylliss Walters Sir Knolly Beazer Lucinda Turbe Olive Sebastian ClintonShillingford Donald Francois Stephany Louzan Maria Simmonds Florine Tucker Davis Celestine Vitalyn Henry Joseph Simmonds Fr. John Gauci Monica Birkley Carolyn Raymo Josephine Noch Daril R. Evans Mildred Sille Fr. George Dorn Milton Lynch Mildred Hodge Fr. John Solomon Irma Hansen Joan Francis Delta George John Henley Grace Todman Venia Sakhrani Gwynneth Moolenaar Petrona Stanislaus Winifred Hodge Alice Joseph Rafaela Sanes Veronique Georges GloriaEmmanuelCarter Althea Taylor Merlyn Jacobs Aurio Correa Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church PARISH INFORMATION OFFERTORY / OFERTORIO July 17, 2016 Our last week’s offertory amounted to: $5,894.55 Second Collection $1,545.02 Thank you for your generosity! Gracias por su generosidad! 4 SPPC POLO/ T- SHIRTS for sale - variety of colors to choose from. Visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for yours today. Now Accepting Debit/Credit Cards. ANNOUNCEMENTS PARISH REGISTRATION All Parishioners 18 years and older are urged to register at the Church Office. The Parish is often expected to provide proof of Baptism, Confirmation, and other miscellaneous letters for individuals. This service is more easily and speedily rendered if the person is a registered, active and contributing member of our parish. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Baptisms are generally held on the last Sunday of the month. Requests for a different date and time will be honoured to the extent possible. Parents and sponsors who have not yet received the required baptismal instruction are expected to do so by attending our baptismal preparation program. Call the Parish Office well in advance so that class arrangements can be made. INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC FAITH? All persons wanting to learn more about the Catholic faith are invited to join the RCIA class. Practicing Catholics who want to become more knowledgeable in the faith are also invited. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which people become members of the Roman Catholic Church. Call the Parish Office at 340-774-0201 for more information. RCIA CLASSES Catechetical sessions for RCIA candidates are held every Tuesday evening at 6:00 pm in the Church Office. Please call the Office for further information. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Contact the priest 9-12 months in advance. A Wedding Handbook is available from the Parish Office which provides the necessary information on arranging for a marriage. Our Fundaising Committee wishes to a nnounce that they will be conducting a raffle from August 1 thru November 15. In addition to cash prizes of $10,000.00 and $3,000.00, gifts will include a caribbean cruise for two, $1,000.00 and $500.00 coupons for gas, hotel stay, spa treatments, jewelery, dinners, etc. The drawing will take place on November 20, 2016. Thank you for your support! Joining the Catholic Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING/MINISTRY TO THE SICK In an emergency, contact the parish at any time if you or a loved one are hospitalized, or are confined to home or a nursing facility, to receive the Eucharist and/or Anointing. Hospitals and healthcare facilities The formation of adults and process by which they are no longer routingly inform churches when a parishioner is admitted. initiated into the Church is known as the “Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults,” or the “RCIA.” DISCERNING A VOCATION? Priesthood or Vocation as a Religious Sister or Brother. Those considering entering the Priesthood or a religious vocation, please contact your Pastor. SOLAR PANELS A special Committee has been established to look at the feasibility of installing solar panels at the Cathedral in efforts to proactively address increasing utility costs. St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR JULY UNIVERSAL INTENTION: That indigenous peoples, whose identity and very existence are threatened, will be shown due respect. INTENTION FOR EVANGELIZATION: That the Church in Latin America and the Caribbean, by means of her mission to the continent, may announce the Gospel with renewed vigor and enthusiasm. The RCIA is for: Unbaptized... persons at the age of reason (7 years and older) who follow a process to help them grow in awareness to God’s call to conversion as well as ways to respond to that call. They are considered catechumens. Baptized in Another Christian Church... those catechized and uncatechized persons from a faith tradition other than Catholic who are seeking full communion with the Roman Catholic Church (Eucharist and Confirmation). They are considered candidates. Baptized but uncatechized Catholic Adults... persons who were baptized as infants in the Catholic Church yet not given any religious upbringing within the Catholic Tradition. These adults will be prepared to celebrate the sacraments of penance, confirmation and eucharist. They are also considered candidates. Please contact the Office at 340-774-0201 for information on upcoming classes. 5 Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral Tiempo Ordinario – Ciclo C Décimo Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Entrada: En las lecturas de hoy, la Iglesia nos invita a reflexionar sobre la oración. La Misa es la oración suprema donde como comunidad oramos con Cristo, realmente presente en medio de su pueblo, en la acción de gracias al Padre. Primera lectura: Génesis 20-32 Esta página del Génesis nos habla de la bondad y generosidad de Dios para la conciliación; también se destaca la fuerza de la intercesión humana. Salmo Responsorial: Salmo 144, 10-11. 15-16. 17-18 Señor, Cuando te invoqué, me socorriste en mis necesidades. Segunda lectura: Colosenses 2, 12-14 Por nuestro bautismo fuimos sepultados y resucitados con Cristo. La cruz de Jesús fue el instrumento que nos salvó de todos los males, también de los pecados. Si estamos identificados con Cristo Jesús, podemos pedir y rezar al Padre en su nombre. Evangelio: Lucas 11, 1-13 El evangelista san Lucas nos da una verdadera catequesis sobre la oración. Cristo, modelo de orantes, nos enseñó la mejor oración: el padrenuestro. Insistió, además, en la necesidad de perseverar en la oración. Pistas para la Oración Por la iglesia, para que Dios ilumine al Papa y a todos los obispos y podamos permanecer unidos en oración. Por la familia, para que rece unida y mantenga así su unidad en torno a valores más altos y verdaderos. Por los pecadores, para que Dios les mueva a la penitencia y sean reconciliados. Por los que buscan a Dios, para que encuentren la respuesta en su Palabra y en el testimonio de Cristo. Por los jóvenes de nuestras comunidades y parroquia, para que respondan con generosidad a la llamada de Dios. Por nosotros, para que profundicemos cada día más en nuestra oración. 6 St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Anuncios de la Semana LA SEGUNDA COLECTA La segunda colecta este fin de semana es para los Seminaristas. El fin de semana próximo la colecta será para el beneficio de la Restauración de la Catedral. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones. LA SUPLICA DEL OBISPO A partir del 28 de junio de 2016, hemos alcanzado nuestra meta al contribuir el 100% de lo prometido para la Súplica del Obispo. Hasta el momento 69 donantes han participado. Muchísimas gracias a los colaboradores. PARA SEGUIR LAS MISAS A TRAVES DE LA RED Para poder seguir las misas a través de la red, favor de ir a www.cathedralvi.com y hacer clic en “video streaming.” LA ESCUELA CATOLICA DE LOS SANTOS PEDRO Y PABLO La matrícula para el Año Escolar 2016-2017 ha comenzado. Si tiene niños, o un niño, de edad escolar favor de matricularlos. Favor de llamar para hacer una cita para la prueba de admisión lo antes posible. Lo NUEVO en la escuela es nuestra Academia de Tecnología Informativa (IT en inglés) para los grados de noveno a duodécimo y también nuestra Academia de Tecnología Informativa para los alumnos de escuela intermedia (de séptimo y octavo grados). Nuestra escuela católica también ofrecerá una trayectoria vocacional en la escuela secundaria. Ofrecemos una educación católica de muy alta calidad. Favor de comunicarse con nosotros al (340) 774-2199 o por correo electrónico a [email protected] para más información o para hacer una cita para una prueba de admisión. El año escolar en la Escuela Católica de los Santos Pedro y Pablo comenzará el 22 de agosto de 2016. SE NECESITAN VOLUNTARIOS PARA CONDUCIR EL AUTOBUS DE LA IGLESIA Necesitamos más voluntarios para conducir el autobús de la iglesia los domingos. Los interesados favor de llamar a la oficina al (340) 774-0201. Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral JULY 24, 2016 ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS SECOND COLLECTION The second collection this weekend is for the formation of the Seminarians. Next weekend’s collection will be taken up for the Cathedral Restoration Fund. Thank you for your generous contributions. CONDOLENCES BISHOP’S APPEAL As of June 28, 2016 with outstanding pledges we attained 100% of the parish’s commitment towards the Bishop’s Appeal. A total of 69 donors participated in the campaign. Thank you for honoring your pledges. STREAMING OF MASSES ! In order to view our Masses online, please go to www.cathedralvi.com and click on video streaming. SAINTS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Enrollment for the Academic Year 2016-2017 has begun. If you have a child or children that are of school age, please register them. Call to make an appointment for testing as soon as possible. NEW at SPPCS is our IT Academy for grades 9th –12th and our Junior IT Academy for grades 7th and 8th. SPPCS will also be offering a Vocational track for High School. We offer a Quality Catholic Education. Contact us at 340-774-2199 or at [email protected] for more information or to schedule a testing appointment. The Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School Academic Year begins on the 22nd of August, 2016. VOLUNTEER CHURCH VAN DRIVERS NEEDED We are seeking additional volunteer drivers to operate the Church van on Sundays. Call the Office at (340) 774-0201. DEACON WILLIAM “BILL” KENNY Our brother and friend, Deacon Bill Kenny, died peacefully in the Lord on Friday, July 8th at his home. First viewing will take place at Hurley Funeral Home from 5 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27th. The funeral will be celebrated at Holy Family Church in Estate Anna’s Retreat on Thursday, July 28, 2016. Viewing will begin at 9 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Please keep Deacon Kenny and his family in your prayers.Condolence messages can be sent to Mrs. Barbara Kenny and family at the following address: P.O. Box 304672, St. Thomas, VI 00803. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen * Our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Fitzroy Davis, parishioner of Holy Family Church. Please contact the church office at 340775-1650 for funeral arrangements. * Our Condolences to the family of Mr. Richard Moron, whose funeral was celebrated on Friday, July 22, 2016. May his soul rest in eternal peace. _______________________________________ YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Group Meetings are held on Fridays at 4:00 pm in Registration forms for the Religious Education the Hospitality Lounge. Contact the Office at 774-0201 for program 2016-2017 school year, are available additional information. at the church office. Parents are encouraged to register their child/children.Classes are 8 HOURS FOR THE LORD scheduled to begin on September 11, 2016. In Fr. Louis Olive, C.SS.R will host an 8 hour (7:00am - 3:00 pm) with the Lord initiative on Wednesday August 3, 2016 addition , volunteers are needed to serve as a teachers or assistants in the program. Interested at Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral. All are invited. persons should call the church office for more HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH information. The Holy Family Catholic Church will be celebrating its 69th Annual Patronal Feast of Our Lady of Cassi Hill on Sunday, August 14, 2016. The annual pilgrimage will commence at 2:30 pm from Four Winds Plaza Parking Lot. The Procession will lead to Cassi Hill at Holy Family Church’s Shrine then to the Church where a closing Mass will be celebrated at 3:00 pm. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS Catholic Daughters of the Americas will be hosting A Tourist for A Day on Saturday, September 24, 2016. The Tour of the Island begins at Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral at 8:30 am and concludes at 3:00 pm, Magens Bay Shed # 4 with lunch, music and swimming. Donation is $40.00.Tickets are available from CDA Members or Alicia Doute’at 340-626-8607. HURRICANE PRAYER God, our Father, all the elements of nature obey your commands. Keep us safe from the dangers of hurricanes and all other natural disasters. Let us always feel the presence of your love. May we be secure in your protection and turn our fears into praise of your goodness. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen! 3 Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral July 24, 2016 SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32: Abraham bargained with God for the safety of the innocent. Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral St. Thomas, Virgin Islands DISCOUNT TRAVEL AGENCY Your complete Travel Store 2369 Kronprindsens Gade St. Thomas, VI 00802 Tel: (340) 777-8273 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 138:1-2, 2-3, 6-7, 7-8: “Lord, on the day I called for help, you answered me.” Email: [email protected] Second Reading: Colossians 2:12-14: God nailed our sins to the cross of Christ. Gospel: Luke 11:1-13: Jesus teaches us to pray and reminds us to persevere in prayer. Today’s readings underscore the power of a good relationship with the Lord our God. Would it have been possible for Abraham to bargain with God for the lives of the people in Sodom and Gomorrah had he not already known God well? And how can we call God our Father unless we are personally familiar with the Lord? Today’s readings invite us to examine our relationship with God. 340-774-0054 Credit Restoration Services DAILY READINGS SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2016 7:30 AM - The Farrington Family Rb. Ariel Farrington 6:00 PM SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2016: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 AM - †Louis Denis Laplace Rb. Denise Laplace & family 8:30 AM - For the People of the Parish 10:30 AM - †Jeanette Ann Mahoney Rb. her former co-workers 12:30 PM - †Lidia Maria de la Rosa Rb. su hermana, Maria Tapia MONDAY, JULY 25, 2016: 7:00AM - Bishop Elliott Thomas (90th Birthday) Rb. Maureen Peterson Sunday/Domingo, July 24 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32 Second Reading: Colossians 2:12-14 Gospel: Luke 11:1-13 THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR ADVERTISING Tuesday/Martes, July 26 THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2016: 7:00 AM - †Ann Marie LaPlace Rb. Her Son 12:15 PM FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2016: 7:00 AM - Artra Watlington (Birthday) Rb. Lectors Ministry 12:15 PM - First Reading: Jeremiah 26:1-9 Gospel: John 11:19-27 or Luke 10:3842 2 Ultra Pure Bottled Water Chi-Co’s Distributing, Inc. PO Box 302250 Lindberg Bay #18 St. Thomas, VI 00801 Tel: (340) 776-5894 Fax: (340) 776-5854 First Reading: Jeremiah 14:17-22 Gospel: Matthew 13:36-43 First Reading: Jeremiah 15:10, 16-21 Gospel: Matthew 13: 44-46 SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2016: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 AM - †Simone Ledee Rb. Denise LaPlace & Family 8:30 AM - Artra Watlington (Birthday) Rb. The Watlington & Connell Families 10:30 AM - Aurora Martin (Birthday) Rb. Pinky & Aurea Olive 12:30 PM - HELP WHERE YOU LEAST EXPECT IT!! Le Bleu Monday/Lunes, July 25 First Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15 Gospel: Matthew 20:20-28 TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016: 7:00 AM - Humphrey, Hendricks & Larsen Families Rb. Pearla Larsen & Family 12:15 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2016: 7:00 AM - Workers involved in the Restoration of the Cathedral 12:15 PM - SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2016 7:30 AM 6:00 PM - Winni Garfield Rb. The Watlington & Connell Families Have you ever been denied a loan due to bad credit or poor credit scores Credit Repair is now available in the Virgin Islands. For more information Call us @ 340-514-4027/340-777-4027 Email us @ [email protected] or visit us @ 115 Smith Bay Business Center Wednesday/Miercoles, July 27 Doctor’s Clinical Laboratory Cynthia de Gula Burt, BSMT/RMT Medical Technologist Thursday/Jueves, July 28 First Reading: Jeremiah 18:1-6 Gospel: Matthew 13: 47-53 1010 Tenth St. Suite 1 Estate Thomas US Virgin Islands 00802 Phone 340-774-2760 Friday/Viernes, July 29 Laboratory Hours Monday thru Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm Saturday 7:00 am-1:00pm Saturday/Sabado, July 30 First Reading: Jeremiah 26:11-16, 24 Gospel: Matthew 14:1-12 Sunday/Domingo, July 31 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23 Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11 Gospel: Luke 12:13-21 Inter-Island Barging & Tractor Services “Bridging the Gap” BOYSON, INC. P.O. BOX 165 Cruz Bay, St. John,USVI 00830 Tel: (340) 776 6294 CAPT. NOEL BOYNES, Sr. - President Capt. Cheri Boynes-Jackson - Vice President Capt. James Boynes Capt. Michael Jackson, Sr. 7 Ss. Peter & Paul Cathedral aints Peter & Paul Cathedral St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands Diocese of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands P.O. Box 301767 St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00803-1767 Tel: (340) 774-0201 Fax: (340) 776-9586 GOTTLIEB’S QUICKWAY OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK (340) 774-1092 E-mail: [email protected] Webpage: www.cathedralvi.com Streaming of our Masses. Copy this address to your browser: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/dBEVUMduuFT Rev. Msgr. Jerome Feudjio, Rector SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME July 24, 2016 Bishop Herbert A. Bevard MASS SCHEDULE L&G AUTO PARTS WEEKENDS Monday – Fridays 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (340) 774 - 5175 Saturday: 6:00 PM (Vigil Mass) Sunday: 6:30 AM 8:30 AM 10:30 AM 12:30 PM (Spanish) SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS! WEEKDAYS Monday - 7:00 AM Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 AM., 12:15 PM Tuesday: 7:00 PM (Spanish) Saturday: 7:30 AM Holidays: 7:00 AM TRIDENTINE LATIN MASS LEARN AND CELEBRATE YOUR CATHOLIC HERITAGE COMING SOON TO ST. THOMAS FOR INFORMATION CONTACT THE VIRGIN ISLANDS TRIDENTINE LATIN MASS ASSOCIATION @ (340) 332-0006 Religious Articles on Sale @ Gift Shop Open Monday thru Saturday DEVOTIONS Bishop Elliott Thomas celebrates his 90 birthday surrounded by staff of Saints Peter & Paul Cathedral th Open Daily from 7AM Serving Awesome breakfast selections 7am - 10:30am and Lunch10:30am - 4:30pm: Grilled Sandwiches, Fresh Salads, Wraps and Fresh Local Fish, Conch in Butter Sauce, Stewed Meats and Other Local Specialties. We Offer a Variety of Juices: Ginger Beer, Passion Fruit, Tamarind, Lemonade, etc, Mike’s Bloody Mary & Tropical Cocktails. Located on the waterfront above the ferry terminal. Visit us on Facebook, 340-776-2976. LOCATION 2322 Kronprindsens Gade Main Street, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands OFFICE HOURS Tuesday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Saturday - 8:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. RECTOR Rev. Msgr. Jerome Feudjio ST. ANNE’S CHAPEL Administrator Fr. Bruce Anderson Location Altona 42, Carenage/Frenchtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Virgin Islands Phone: (340) 714-5231 PRIEST IN RESIDENCE Fr. John Fewel DEACONS Rev. Mr. Jose Vazquez Rev. Mr. Wilfredo Acosta Rev. Mr. Clement Danet ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Vacant Please patronize these sponsors. It is through their generous support that this church Bulletin is provided to the Parish. **Fees for Ad Renewals were due by June 15, 2016. ** 8 BUSINESS MANAGER Mrs. Bernadine Barnes Saints Peter & Paul Catholic School (JK-12) Principal Fr. Eduardo Santiago-Ortiz Assistant Principal Fr. Bruce Anderson Phone (340) 774-2199 Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Wednesdays before all the Masses) Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Tuesday: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM Friday:8:00 AM- 12:00 PM HOLY HOUR Tuesday: 5:30 PM First Friday: Before the 12:15 PM. Mass Confessions: Tuesday-Friday: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 PM. - 5:45 PM Religious Education: Sunday after the 8:30 AM. Mass school mass: Wednesday: 8:05 AM MISSION STATEMENT To continue the ministry of Jesus Christ by: Preaching the Good News to a Caribbean Community in keeping with the vision of the Roman Catholic Church. Furthering the faith of God’s people with sound teaching and meaningful liturgies in keeping with the apostolic tradition. Promoting and implementing inclusive strategies to meet the needs of the populations that worship at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral.
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