Summer Forum 2014 - St. Matthew Catholic Church

ST. MATTHEW
CATHOLIC CHURCH
A PARISH OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE
CONNECTED IN CHRIST!
MOVED BY THE SPIRIT!
May 25, 2014
Pastor
Rev. Msgr. John J. McSweeney
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil 5:30 pm
Also 5:30 pm at St. Margaret Episcopal
Sunday 7:30 am, 9 am, 10:45 am,
10:45 am (Gym), 12:30 pm,
5:30 pm (Life Teen)
9 am Mass is signed for the hearing
impaired. Nursery for children ages 0 to 3
at 9 am, 10:45 am and 12:30 pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday 7 am and 9 am
Wednesday 7 am, 8:15 am, 7:30 pm
Saturday 9 am
Holy Day Masses Vigil: 7:30 pm
Holy Day: 7 am, 12:10 pm, 7:30 pm
Reconciliation
Saturday: 4 to 5 pm
Wednesday: 6:30 to 7:15 pm
or by request
Anointing of the Sick
Takes place on the first Saturday of each
quarter at the 9 am Mass or contact a
priest.
Eucharistic Adoration
Commences in the Chapel Friday after
the 9 am Mass and ends Saturday at the
9 am Mass.
Church Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 am to 4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
704-543-7677
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
THE EUCHARISTIC CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF ST. MATTHEW LOVES CHRIST
ABOVE ALL THINGS AND OUR NEIGHBOR AS OURSELVES. IN OUR FAITH
JOURNEY, OUR PARISH FAMILY WILL BE ENGAGED AND SPIRITUALLY
COMMITTED; FULFILLING OUR VISION THROUGH SHARED GOSPEL VALUES,
PRAYER, FELLOWSHIP, SERVICE, OUTREACH, AND TEACHING.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
Parish Directory
ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH
FAITH FORMATION
SUPPORT GROUPS AT ST. MATTHEW
8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.
Mailing Address:
Office Phone: 704-541-8362
Coordinator: Pat Tomlinson, x 2
Administrative Assistant
Adult ADHD: Fourth Wednesday of the month,
PO Box 49349, Charlotte, NC 28277
Office Phone: 704-543-7677
Fax: 704-542-7244
Email: office@stmatthewcatholic.org
St. Matthew Catholic School:
704-544-2070
Carmen Dominguez, x 1
Adult Faith Formation (SMyoU)
Michael Burck, x 4
Rite of Christian Initiation
for Adults (RCIA)
Tom Lindemuth, 704-543-7677 x 1063
PASTORAL STAFF
SPRED (Developmentally Disabled)
Rev. Msgr. John J. McSweeney
Welcome Home for Returning Catholics (For
Pastor, x 1032 or 1049
Rev. Robert Conway
Parochial Vicar, x 1185
Jan Clemens, 704-246-7102
Catholics returning to the Church after an
absence) Sheila Burroughs, 704-577-5110 or
welcomehomecatholic@hotmail.com
Rev. Ambrose A. Akinwande, MSP
Parochial Vicar, x 1043
Rectory
Emergency only, 704-846-6311
Sr. Eileen McLoughlin, MSBT
Pastoral Associate, x 1057
Sr. Marie Frechette, MSBT
Pastoral Associate, x 1073
Deacon James Hamrlik x 1040
Deacon Paul Herman
Deacon Bill Griffin
Deacon Daren Bitter
Facilities Director
PARISH LEADERSHIP
Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson
Mark Schuler, 704-540-7882
Finance Council Chairperson
Kevin O’Hara, 704-554-6406
COUNSELING CENTER
Counseling Center: Parishioners in need of
Antoinette Usher, x 1025
professional counseling may contact one of the
priests or Sr. Eileen McLoughlin at 704-5437677 x 1057 for information and for counselor
referrals.
Director of Liturgical Ministries
(including wedding music)
Social Work Ministry: Sharon Davis of Catholic
Kathy Bartlett, x 1015 or 704-400-2213
Chief Financial Officer
Jane Balbirnie, x 1046
Volunteer Coordinator
Social Services is with us as part of our Family
Assist Ministry on Mondays and Thursdays,
2 - 5 pm. Contact 704-543-7677 x 1018 or
swdavis@charlottediocese.org.
Pat White, x 1039
Rita Brennan, x 1007
St. Matthew Columbarium and
Prayer Garden: Call 704-543-7677 x 1025.
Baptisms: Every Sunday at 2 pm except the
Parish Registration:
fifth Sunday of the month.
Welcome to all new families/individuals.
Please register as soon as possible.
Registration forms and a welcome packet are
available in the Church Office or at the
Welcome Center in the Narthex.
Membership is a condition for the reception of
the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation,
First Eucharist, Confirmation and Marriage.
Registration is also required before the parish
can issue a sponsorship certificate for those
asked to be sacramental sponsors. You must be
a registered, contributing member for at least
three months before a certificate is provided or
MACS voucher is approved.
Bereavement
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents: Select
Sundays, 9 to 10:30 am in the New Life
Center. Contact Pat McGuire (x 1026) in the
Church Office to schedule Baptism or class
attendance.
Marriages: Couples must contact one of the
priests or deacons at least six months prior to
the desired date of the wedding. To initiate the
marriage preparation process or if you have
questions, contact Michèle Gauvin
(x 1049) for weddings taking place at
St. Matthew. Contact Deacon Jim (x 1040) for
Catholic weddings outside of St. Matthew.
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6:30 - 8 pm, NLC 208.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Monday - Friday,
noon - 1 pm, PC Family Room; Tuesday and
Thursday, 7 - 8 pm, NLC 239/240/241.
Al-Anon: Mondays, noon - 1 pm, NLC 234/235
(except on national holidays PC 104);
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 am, NLC 202;
Thursdays, 8 - 9 pm, NLC 234; Fridays, 9:30 10:30 am, NLC 202; 7 - 8 pm, NLC 206;
Saturdays, 2 - 3 pm, NLC 204.
Alateen: Thursdays, 7 - 8 or 8 - 9 pm,
NLC 204.
Alpha Group: Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 pm,
NLC 204; Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 am,
NLC 204. charlottesaa.org or 704-266-0722.
Bereaved Moms Prayer and Share: Fourth
Wednesday following 7:30 pm Mass; Marie
Roberts, 704-651-8329.
Cancer Support: First Thursday of the month,
10 - 11:30 am, NLC 208. Marilyn Borrelli,
803-547-6181.
Caring for Caregivers: Second and fourth
Wednesdays, 10:30 am - noon, NLC 206.
Sr. Marie Frechette, x 1073.
Christians in Career Transition: For people in
career crisis. First and third Mondays, 7 - 9
pm, NLC. Jack Rueckel, 704-609-1492.
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CODA):
Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, NLC 206.
Compassionate Friends: For parents who have
lost a child. Third Tuesday, 7 pm,
NLC 234/235. Sharon Malcuso, 704-541-7936.
Depression/Mood Disorders: Thursdays,
7 - 8:30 pm, NLC 202.
Elizabeth Ministry: For parents who have had a
miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death. Rita
Brennan, x 1007.
Food Addicts in Recovery (FA): Tuesdays,
7 - 8:30 pm, NLC 202.
Grieving the Loss of a Spouse: Second Monday,
11 am - 12:30 pm, NLC 102. Sr. Marie
Frechette, x 1073.
Men’s Bereavement Group: First and third
Mondays, 7 - 9 pm, NLC 119. Frank
Pennachio, 704-243-6132.
Narcotics Anonymous: Fridays, 7 - 8 pm,
NLC 132/125.
Post-Abortion Ministry (PAM): Confidential.
Andrea Hines, 704-996-4597; Christy
Annison, 704-293-6602.
TGIF: For separated/divorced. Wednesdays,
6:30 pm, NLC 202. Bonnie, 704-543-8998,
afternoon calls only.
TOPS: Taking Off Pounds Sensibly.
Wednesdays, 10 - 11 am, NLC 204. Elaine
Kerr, 704-288-7906, Elainek124@gmail.com.
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Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
MAY 24 TO JUNE 1
SATURDAY
9:00 am
5:30 pm
SUNDAY
5:30 pm
(SMEC)
7:30 am
9:00 am
10:45 am
10:45 am
(GYM)
12:30 pm
5:30 pm
MONDAY
TUESDAY
7:00 am
9:00 am
7:00 am
9:00 am
WEDNESDAY
7:00 am
8:15 am
7:30 pm
THURSDAY
7:00 am
9:00 am
FRIDAY
7:00 am
9:00 am
SATURDAY
9:00 am
5:30 pm
5:30 pm
(SMEC)
SUNDAY
7:30 am
9:00 am
10:45 am
10:45 am
(GYM)
12:30 pm
5:30 pm
GOSPEL REFLECTION
JOHN 14:15-21
+ Xuperancio Cabugwason
By Lucy Astrid & Little Lucy
+ John Lamitie
By Del & Carmel Gillogly
+ Anthony Curzio
By The Ingelsby Family
For the People of the Parish
+ Lisa Gail Cimmento
By John & Jenny Mooney
+ Kisel H. Wolsefer
By The O’Connell Family
+ Joan Modzeleski
By Gary & Suzie McHugh
+ Kenneth Stumbo
By Michael Burck
+ Carl Kirchner
By The Ruebens Family
No Mass
For the People of the Parish
+ Richard & Helen Strand
By Joyce Pischel
+ Barney Lavelle
By The Smith Family
+ Laura Davies
By The Altman Family
+ Maria Canfield
By Her Son Ralph
For the Deceased Members of
St. Matthew & the Purgatorial
Society
+ Ruth Petrillo
By Her Family
For the Intentions of
Darrell & Lila Glankler
+ Jackie Blank
By Mark & Susan King
+ Joseph Dorazil
By Tom & Barbara
+ Mary L. Holland
By Paul & Mary Barker
+ Bernard Mattes
By The DiGiovanni Family
+ Rev. Warren McCarthy
By St. Matthew
SPRED Community
For the People of the Parish
+ Bernie Martinelli
By His Family
+ Serafil Malecosio
By Marcelo & Mickey Bueno
+ Karen Chisholm
By The Hunter Family
+ Norma Mullen
By Her Family
+ John Braun
By Paul & Barb Kohler
I shall ask the Father
and He will give
you another advocate.
Several words in
today's reading are so
important that we
should repeat them to
ourselves often:
"Obey the commands
I give you." Jesus
knows how difficult
this would be for us
if we had to do it all
alone. So, He gives
us a Helper, the Holy
Spirit. The Paraclete
living and working
in us enables us to
put the teaching of
Jesus into action.
Jesus promised to send the Spirit of truth and love to us.
Where do you find truth and love in your life? There you
will find the Holy Spirit. When are truth and love fun
and exciting? When are truth and love hard and difficult?
READINGS FOR THE
WEEK OF MAY 25
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Ps 66; 1 Pt 3:15-18;
Jn 14:15-21
St. Philip Neri, Priest
Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149; Jn 15:26–16:4a
St. Augustine of Canterbury
Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138; Jn 16:5-11
Acts 17:15, 22–18:1; Ps 148; Jn 16:12-15
The Ascension of the Lord
Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20
Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47; Jn 16:20-23
The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16; Is 12; Lk 1:39-56
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Acts 1:12-14; Ps 27; 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 17:1-11a
To view the daily readings, visit www.usccb.org/nab
There is no 7 am Mass on Monday, May 26, Memorial Day.
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
Prayer Intentions
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
SOMEONE HAS DIED – WHAT SHOULD I SAY OR DO?
Are you uncertain what to say to someone when you attend a
wake or funeral? Do you feel at a loss when you want to
comfort someone? Things you could say include I can’t
imagine how you feel. I am here to listen whenever you want
to talk. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry. These four words can mean so much to the
bereaved. Use the name of the deceased when you talk about
him/her.
Things you can do to express your condolences include writing a note several
weeks after the death, bringing a casserole, running errands or picking up
children from school. Do not forget to call after a month or so, as that is when
most people forget to stay in touch. Remember to look the bereaved in the eye
when you talk to them and hold their hand, if you feel comfortable doing that.
The most important thing is that you are there and you care.
THE DEVOTIONAL LIFE AT ST. MATTHEW
The Liturgy of the Hours
in the Eucharistic Chapel
Morning Prayer - Monday through Saturday, 8:30 am
Evening Prayer - Wednesday, 7 pm
Night Prayer - Wednesday, 8 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
Begins after the 9 am Friday Mass
and continues until the 9 am Saturday Mass
Recitation of the Holy Rosary and Chaplet of The Divine Mercy
After 9 am daily Mass
DEATHS
ETERNAL REST GRANT UNTO
Jan Ayres, mother of Shandelle
Fisher; Frank Delamere, husband
of Kathleen Delamere; Lottie
Jozefczyk, mother of Marlene
Sautter;
AND MAY PERPETUAL LIGHT
SHINE UPON THEM.
BAPTISMS
WE WELCOME OUR NEWLY
BAPTIZED MEMBERS
Penelope Marie Alfaro
Sarina Aubrielle Perez Cavnaugh
Brooke Kaitlin Cominsky
Alexa Danielle Hoover
Lydia Rose McGurkin
WEDDINGS
PRAYER GROUPS
ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT: Mondays, 7:30 to 9 pm, Choir Room. Barbara Gardner
at chlt5nc@gmail.com.
CENTERING PRAYER GROUP: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 pm,
NLC 206. Bruce Hassett at 704-641-9041 or chiefbwh@hotmail.com or Janie
Normile at 803-396-8016 or normilej@juno.com.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Kieron Jude Kennedy &
Kaitlin Mara Gilbride
who were married at St. Matthew on
Saturday, May 17, 2014.
FIRST FRIDAY MINISTRY: First Friday, 10 am to noon, NLC 102. Jennifer
Mitra at 704-543-9566 or jennifermitra@msn.com.
MEMORIAL MASS: Fourth Wednesday, 7:30 pm, Daily Mass Chapel. If you
have lost a loved one during the past month and would like to have them
remembered, call the Church Office at 704-543-7677.
MARONITE MASS: Second and fourth Saturday, 7 pm, Daily Mass Chapel.
MALAYALAM PRAYER GROUP MASS: First Sunday, 2:30 pm, Daily Mass
Chapel. For more information, visit www.charlottecatholicprayer.com or
call 704-541-8191.
PRAYER LINE: If you would like to have someone prayed for individually and
in a confidential manner, email Joan Kelley at joanckly@carolina.rr.com.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
Luke Daniel Blackney &
Jennifer Morgan Fenton
who were married at St. Matthew on
Saturday, May 17, 2014.
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Activities For The Week Ahead
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sunday, May 25
Baptism Class
Monday, May 26
Tuesday, May 27
Knit and Crochet
RCIA Inquiry Phase
Wednesday, May 28
Caregivers Support Group
Centering Prayer Group
Bereaved Moms
Thursday, May 29
Knit and Crochet
Pinochle Club
Xtreme Edge Movie Madness
Adult Choir
AC - Adoration Chapel
BR - Banquet Room
CH - Choir Room
CR - Conference Room
DMC - Daily Mass Chapel
EC - Education Center
FR - Family Room
9:00 am - 10:30 am
NLC 132/125
Offices are closed for Memorial Day
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
NLC 211
NLC 203
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
NLC 206
NLC 234/235
NLC 211
9:30 am 12:30 pm 6:30 pm 7:30 pm -
NLC 203
NLC 234/235
FR and Gym
CH
11:30 am
3:30 pm
8:30 pm
9:00 pm
G - Gym
N - Narthex
NLC - New Life Center
NS - Nursery
PC - Parish Center
S - Sanctuary
For a detailed calendar of upcoming events, visit www.stmatthewcatholic.org.
BULLETIN DEADLINES - Bulletin announcements are due no later than
Wednesday (11 days prior) at 4:30 pm. To submit an article, email Julia
Turner at juliat@stmatthewcatholic.org.
NEXT WEEKEND is the second
collection for Renew St. Matthew.
Please use the envelope in your
packet. Do not use this envelope for
campaign pledge payments. Your
continued support of the parish is
greatly appreciated.
NEXT WEEKEND is the
regular monthly
collection of items for
our Food Pantry. We are
in need of increased
donations as the summer approaches
and children are at home. Especially
needed are sugar, flour, boxed
potatoes, boxed meals (helper style),
canned pears, canned pineapples,
pancake syrup, mayonnaise, pasta
sauces, canned beans (black, kidney,
pinto and navy), cookies and
crackers. We are also in need of gift
cards to local grocery stores so that
those in need may purchase
perishable items. Please note that
food past the best-buy date cannot be
shelved. Please bring donations to the
Narthex.
BLOOD GIVE-IN SIGNUPS
PARISH LIBRARY NLC 102 is open during hours that the building is open
unless there is a meeting scheduled. See the calendar.
NURSERY care is provided at the 9 and 10:45 am Masses in the Parish
Center and the 12:30 pm Mass in the New Life Center. You do not need to
pre-register your children. For more information, call Nursery Coordinator
Maria King at 704-543-7677 x 1003.
Scan this tag with your smartphone to view our mobile website.
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Our next Blood Give-In is Sunday,
June 1, from 8 am to 1 pm. Sign up
in the Narthex after all Masses this
weekend. To sign up online, visit
www.redcrossblood.org.
MEMORIAL DAY PRAYER
Lord, hold our troops in your loving
hands. Protect them as they protect
us. Bless them and their families for
the selfless acts they perform for us in
our time of need.
Amen.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
St. Matthew Catholic Church
CLOW SCHEDULE CHANGE
INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF
HOLY COMMUNION?
The final Children's Liturgy of the Word before the
summer is this weekend. We wish all the children and
their families a wonderful summer, and look forward to
seeing your kindergarten through second grade students
when CLOW resumes in September. Watch the bulletin
for beginning dates.
An Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is a
term used in the Roman Catholic Church for members of
the laity who have been authorized to distribute the
Eucharist to members of the congregation during Mass.
In the Catholic Mass, the ordinary ministers of Holy
Communion are the bishop, priest and deacon; laity may
be delegated to assist in the distribution of Communion
and are referred to accurately as Extraordinary
Ministers of Holy Communion. The next training
sessions for any confirmed parishioner interested in
serving are on Wednesday, June 11, from 7 to
9 pm and Saturday, June 14, from 10 am to noon.
Both training sessions are held in the Sanctuary. You
only need to attend one session. To RSVP or for more
information, contact Dave Vasquez at
dvasquez@carolina.rr.com or 704-843-7965.
RCIA MONTHLY INQUIRY
PHASE SESSIONS
Monthly Inquiry phase sessions, for those
who have previously attended an
information meeting and have an interest
in learning about the Catholic Church,
begin on Tuesday, May 27, at 7 p.m. in
NLC 203. These ongoing sessions will be
held once a month until September when weekly
sessions will commence. Sessions are open to those
never baptized, those baptized in another Christian faith,
and baptized Catholics who have not received all of the
remaining sacraments of initiation (Eucharist and/or
Confirmation). No pre-registration is required.
2014 TEEN STEWARDSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
For more information, call Tom Lindemuth at 704-5437677 x 1063 or 704-840-4088 for non-office hours.
Congratulations to
Krista Jasso, the winner
of the 2014 St. Matthew
Teen Stewardship
Scholarship.
10,000 ROSARIES FOR LIFE
The Respect Life Ministry invites you to participate in
Rosaries for Life, a prayerful way to promote the
sanctity of human life from conception to natural death.
During the month of May, we are committed to
reciting 10,000 rosaries to strengthen the culture of life
in our nation.
Krista has demonstrated
leadership and
stewardship through her
participation in a variety
of programs and
ministries at St.
Matthew, including the
Just Cause Fast, Parish
Council youth
representative, sixth grade catechist, Xtreme Edge
retreats, confirmation leader, Extraordinary Minister of
Holy Communion and Life Teen Mass usher. She is a
senior at Weddington High School and will attend
Belmont Abbey College in the fall of 2014. Krista is the
daughter of Hector and Amanda Jasso.
We invite everyone to participate. Rosaries may be
recited at home, in the car, at church, at work or play.
Turn in the number recited by submitting a rosary slip
and dropping it in the Rosary for Life box in the
Narthex, or email to rosary.count@gmail.com.
EUCHARISTIC ADORERS NEEDED
Permanent Eucharistic Adorers are needed for Friday
1 to 2 pm, 6 to 7 pm and midnight to 1 am; Saturday
4 to 5 am and 5 to 6 am. Please give prayerful
consideration to spending one of these hours with Our
Lord. If you would like to commit or have any questions,
contact Long Che Chan at 704-752-3998 or
St.Matthew.Adoration@gmail.com.
The St. Matthew Teen Stewardship Scholarship provides
a $1000 stipend for higher education. The scholarship is
open to high school juniors and seniors who demonstrate
the principles of Catholic stewardship through their
ministry work or community service.
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News and Events
2014 WORLD HUNGER DRIVE
Please unite with us, we need your help!
QUARTERLY MEN’S SHELTER
UNDERWEAR DRIVE
The St Matthew Men’s Shelter Ministry
conducts four collections per year.
Please consider donating packages of
new, unopened underwear (BOXER
SHORTS PREFERRED), t-shirts, socks or
personal toiletry items during May. The
men at the shelter have great need for small personal
size deodorants, razors, shaving cream, toothbrushes and
toothpaste. Please place your donations in the large
collection containers in the Narthex or the west entry to
the Sanctuary. We appreciate your continued support of
Charlotte’s homeless men.
If you are interested in being a part of
the 12TH ANNUAL WORLD HUNGER
DRIVE planning committee, join us
at our meeting on Monday, June 2,
from 7 to 8:30 pm in NLC 202.
Call Mark Creasser at 704-634-0325, Debbie Kane at
704-578-8253 or Steve Favory at 704-231-6309 for more
information.
ST. MATTHEW SOUTH FALL 2014
OUR SATELLITE FACILITY IN WAXHAW
WILL PROVIDE SPACE FOR
WORSHIP, FAITH FORMATION AND MORE!
Did you know that…
 The Diocese of Charlotte is one of the fastest growing dioceses in the country, with 19,000 new registered
families in the past five years?
 There are 89 active priests in the diocese that have collectively served more than 800 years.
 The number of seminarians has grown from 15 to 21 in the past year?
 Our generous community at St. Matthew has already pledged nearly $2,000,000 to Forward in Faith, Hope,
and Love?
 Pledges can be made over the next five years and can be tailored in any way?
We need your help - please consider volunteering. Parishioners are needed to help make phone calls. For more
information, plan on joining us for volunteer training on Tuesday, May 27 at 7:30 pm in the Parish Center Family
Room or for more information, call Leigh Taublib-Kiriat at 704-249-4393.
Our goal is to receive a decision from each parish family. Please take some time to pray about your own participation.
Forward in Faith, Hope, and Love is addressing the future sustainability of
our diocese, and will provide a stronger church for generations to come.
Please visit www.forwardfaithhopelove.org.
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
St. Matthew Catholic Church
YOUNG ADULT LIFE UPCOMING EVENTS
COUNSELING CENTER
YAL provides young adults,
from college-aged through those
in their 30s, opportunities to
engage in the St. Matthew faith
community.
Our counseling department offers a variety of expertise
to parishioners of all ages. Call Sr. Eileen McLoughlin,
MSBT at 704-543-7677 x 1057 to have your unique
situation assessed and a credentialed counselor assigned.
We operate on a fee-for-service basis on a sliding scale
based on household income. Check or cash accepted. We
do not accept insurance. Child care is provided with an
advance reservation at 704-543-7677 x 1011.

Summer Concert Series at Blakeney
Friday, May 30, 7 to 10 pm
 Vineyard Trip to Raffaldini Vineyards
Saturday, May 31, 9:30 am to 5 pm
We will meet in the St. Matthew parking lot at
9:15 am. Please bring identification and money.
This trip is for ages 21 and over only.
CARING FOR CAREGIVERS
If you are providing care for an elderly parent, spouse, or
extended family member or friend and could use support
and guidance related to your efforts, join the Caring for
Caregivers support group. We meet on the second and
fourth Wednesdays of each month from 10:30 am to
noon in NLC 206. Our next meeting is Wednesday,
May 28. For more information, contact Sr. Marie
Frechette at 704-543-7677 x 1073.
Visit us on Facebook at Young Adult Life:
A St. Matthew Ministry or email
st.matthews.yal@gmail.com.
STARS ANNUAL RAFFLE
Purchase your STARS annual raffle
tickets this weekend after all the Masses
in the Narthex. Tickets are $1 each.
Prizes include a $100 Ruth's Chris Gift
Card (compliments of Utz Grafton
Wealth Management), $100 gasoline gift
card; $100 Harris-Teeter gift card; and a handmade
designer afghan (compliments of Cosima Smith). The
drawing is June 4. Proceeds are donated to St Matthew
to benefit the parish community. For information and to
purchase additional tickets, contact Brooke Moran at
980-939-1722.
BEREAVED MOMS PRAYER AND SHARE
Moms who have lost a child and would like to pray
together, share their memories and help one another
cope with the loss, are invited to join us on the fourth
Wednesday of each month following the 7:30 pm Mass.
Our next prayer and share is Wednesday, May 28, in
NLC 211. For more information, contact Marie
Roberts at 704-651-8329.
CHRISTIANS IN CAREER TRANSITION
CICT helps the unemployed or those who are at risk of
losing their jobs with position focusing, resumes,
networking, interviewing and related skills to help them
find work. Our next meeting is Monday, June 2, at
7 pm in NLC 132/125. For more information, visit
www.stmatthewministries.org/cict/ or call Jack
Rueckel at 704-341-8449.
AN OPEN INVITATION TO ALL
ST. MATTHEW GOLFERS
All golf-minded parishioners are invited to participate in
the Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Tournament on
Wednesday, June 11, at the Old Sycamore Golf
Plantation (captain’s choice). One hundred percent of the
net proceeds go to support LAMB (Least Among My
Brothers), a tax deductible charity that aids the mentally
disadvantaged. There is a bevy of tournament and raffle
prizes plus a fine selection of valuable gifts available
through the silent auction. The registration fee is $99 per
player or $198 per team (two to four golfers), which
includes a full lunch and dinner. Can't play? Sponsor a
hole for $125 to support our charities. Raffle prizes are
welcome. See page 14 for a registration form. If you
need immediate information, please contact Jim Robb
at 704-651-9556 or Ted Staats at 704-573-1000.
Deadline for entry is June 9.
SAFETY REMINDER
Please do not give to individuals who approach you on
church property begging for money. Instead refer them to
the Church Office so that we can best assess their
situation and make sure they receive the help they need.
PARKING REGULATIONS
Do not park in prohibited spaces such as FIRE LANES, on
sidewalks or crosswalks, double park and/or park in a
handicapped zone without a proper permit. These and
other illegal parking violations will result in your
vehicle being towed.
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News and Events
DSA COLLECTION UPDATE
SALT OF THE EARTH..LIGHT OF THE WORLD
Contributions as of May 19, 2014
OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE
GOD’S BLESSINGS!
 E-giving! You can now give a single
donation or sign up for on-going
donations through our electronic
giving provider Faith Direct. It’s easy,
safe and environmentally friendly!
Simply scan this code using your smart
phone to enroll online today, or visit
www.faithdirect.net using our church code NC36.
 Not so tech savvy? You can still
utilize the safety and convenience of Faith
Direct by completing the enrollment form found
in the Narthex. Simply complete and mail to
Faith Direct.
 Consider stock gifts. There may be tax
advantages to you in contributing appreciated
stock. Stock donation forms are available
online at www.charlottediocese.org,
“Opportunities for Giving” tab.
 Don’t cancel life insurance you don’t need! By
naming St. Matthew as beneficiary, you’ll provide
lasting financial support and possibly qualify for tax
benefits as well.
Please contact our Chief Financial Officer Jane
Balbirnie at 704-543-7677 x 1046 for further details on
any of these methods of giving. As always, contact your
tax professional to discuss specific tax implications.
Thank you for your generosity to St. Matthew!
Amount Paid:
Pledge Balance:
Goal:
Shortfall:
Donors:
$452,212
$196,848
$693,340
$44,280
1,901
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To be considered an active, participating member of the
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
St. Matthew “yoU”niversity
Summer Forum 2014
Adult Religious Education Continues This Summer
For details, contact Michael Burck at 704-541-8362 x 4
or mburck@stmatthewcatholic.org
*Child care is available for courses by reservation. Call 704-543-7677 x 1011 at least 48 hours in advance.
June Offerings
*S-1 An Introduction to Scripture
Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, RSM, MA
When: Wednesdays, June 18 and 25, from 7 to 8:30 pm
Where: NLC 239/240/241
Fee: $20
Scripture is sacred writing. All religions have scripture. What makes a book "sacred"? What keeps the bible a best-seller?
How is Scripture connected to our Catholic teaching? Come and see how reading Scripture can enhance your spiritual
life and your growth as a Catholic Christian.
*S-2 ScreamFree Parenting
Jenny Cox
When: June 23 to June 28, from 9:30 to 11:30 am
Where: NLC 239/240/241
Fee: $20 per family
Please Note: This program is being offered on the same mornings as Vacation Bible School to provide
encouragement for moms and/or dads to participate in this life-changing program.
Emotional reactivity is behind every bad pattern, bad decision and bad relationship. Whenever we get reactive - whether
by screaming, cutting ourselves off, overcompensating for others, or taking things personally - we operate out of our
anxiety and not from our values. ScreamFree teaches us how to calm down, grow up and get closer to the ones we love.
ScreamFree Parenting is a revolutionary approach that invites parents of all ages (with kids of all ages) to focus on
themselves, press the "pause button" on emotion, and create close, meaningful family relationships. Created by Marriage
and Family Therapist, Author Speaker Hal Runkel, ScreamFree Parenting has helped millions of parents create a calmer
household with more cooperation and respect. This program is facilitated by Jenny Cox, a certified ScreamFree
Parenting professional, who is studying to become a licensed marriage and family therapist. She is married with two
children.
Special Event Workshop Sponsored by St. Matthew and St. Gabriel Churches
*S-3 St. Francis, Pope Francis, and a Vision for a Parish in the 21st Century
Jack Jezreel, M.Div.
When: Tuesday, June 24 at 7 pm
Where: Banquet Room
Fee: None
How will the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi and Time Magazine Man of the Year, Pope Francis, influence our life of
love? How does a parish live the invitation of Pope Francis? Will our life of community increase? Jack Jezreel will
invite us to consider how this influence will impact our everyday parish life, as well as affect our living in community,
our call to discipleship, and our ability to evangelize and deliver the good news of the Gospel.
Jack Jezreel is an internationally known speaker and justice educator. He holds an M.Div. from Notre Dame, has
spent six years working in a Catholic Worker community, and has been involved in parish based social justice
ministry for 25 years. He is the author of JustFaith and serves as the Executive Director of JustFaith Ministries.
This is his second visit to St. Matthew.
*S-4 A Biblical Walk Through the Mass:
Understanding What We Say and Do in the Liturgy
Deacon Daren Bitter
When: Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, from 7 to 8:30 pm Where: NLC 203
Fee: $25
This five-part series, written by Edward Sri, is based on the revised translation of the Mass and takes participants on an
exciting tour of the Liturgy as it explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and their
profound significance. The words and gestures are seen in a new light, giving life to the liturgical experience.
 Discover how the Mass is a “true re-presentation” of Christ’s redeeming sacrifice on the cross.
 Explore the three key aspects of the Mass as Sacrifice, Real Presence and Holy Communion.
 Gain helpful insights for getting the most out of every Mass...and much more!
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July Offerings
*S-5 Survey of the Old Testament
Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, RSM, MA
When: Wednesdays, July 9 and 16, from 7 to 8:30 pm
Where: NLC 239/240/241
Fee: $20
This course offers a broad view of the 46 books of Scripture important to both Judaism and Christianity. What do these
ancient books, and the stories within, teach us about the nature, character and qualities of the God who longs to be in
relationship with us? What do these ancient writings mean for Catholics today?
*S-6 Pope Francis: The Jesuit Pope
Mark Bartholet, MA
When: Mondays, July 21, 28 and Aug. 4, from 7 to 8:30 pm
Where: NLC 239/240/241
Fee: $25
In his first year, Pope Francis has guided the Catholic Church into a new vision of itself. This course will discuss how
Pope Francis’ training and ministry as a Jesuit shaped his vision for the global Church today and describe a “Jesuit
worldview” in light of Pope Francis’s life. Mark Bartholet will guide us through an examination of Pope Francis’ first
year. This course was so popular and well received when held at St. Peter Church in GIFT 2014 that it is being
offered again in our Summer Forum.
*S-7 Survey of the New Testament
Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, RSM, MA
When: Wednesdays, July 23 and 30, from 7 to 8:30 pm
Where: NLC 239/240/241
Fee: $20
This course offers a broad view of the 27 foundational documents of Christianity that proclaim Jesus Christ. Learn
what the early Christians wanted us to know of Jesus from their accounts and experience the passion with which they
shared His Good News with the world around them.
Special Event Lecture
*S-8 Understanding Catholics Today
Fr. Thomas Gaunt, SJ Ph. D.
When: Tuesday, July 15, from 7:30 to 9 pm
Where: Banquet Room
Fee: None
Learn about Catholic diversity and how Catholics are engaged in their local parish communities. Explore the evolution
occurring in pastoral leadership and parish life, as well as an examination of the growth of the "nones" (those who no
longer identify with any religious denomination).
August Offering
*S-9 A Short History of the Catholic Church in North Carolina
Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, RSM. MA
When: Wednesdays, Aug. 6, 13 and 20, from 10 to 11:30 am
Where: NLC 234/235
Fee: $25
From one Catholic person in the state in 1775 to the largest Catholic parish in the US in 2014; from no diocese in 1923
to two dioceses in 1972; how did the Church in North Carolina come to be? Who are the persons who contributed to the
establishment and growth of Catholicism in this once mission territory? On whose shoulders do we stand as Catholics in
NC? This three-week course explores the establishment and growth of the Roman Catholic Church in North Carolina.
Summer Forum 2014 Registration
Fill out the registration form, one per participant. Detach and enclose the per-person, per-course fee. Make checks
payable to St. Matthew Catholic Church. Mail in or drop off an envelope marked Summer Forum to St. Matthew
Catholic Church, PO Box 49349, Charlotte, NC 28277. Fees are non-refundable after the class begins.
Please print clearly.
Name ________________________________________
Parish___________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________________________
City______________________________________ State _________ Zip________________________________
Phone ____________________________ Email____________________________________________________
Course Selection:
S-1__________($20)
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S-5_______($20)
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S-7__________ ($20)
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S-3________ (No Fee)
S-8________ (No Fee)
S-4 _________($25)
S-9_________($25)
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
FFaith
AITH F
ORMATION
Formation
FAITH FORMATION
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm
Telephone Numbers:
704-541-8362
Class Time Cell – 704-589-0956
Website: stmatthewcatholic.org/faithformation
2014-2015
FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION
Registration for Faith Formation classes is ongoing. Please
indicate first, second and third choice for placement on the
registration form. Consider all the new times and
locations we are offering for 2014-2015 year. We
strongly recommend all families register in person.
It makes it possible for each family to see what is available
by grade, and leave knowing their assigned session.
CONSIDER THE ROLE OF A CATECHIST
“I have taught faith formation classes all through
high school, and I could not have had such an
amazing and touching experience without the entire
faith formation team! I am going to be an
elementary education major next year, and these
last three years of being a catechist to these
wonderful kids has been incredible! I hope you all
have a great and relaxing summer, and I will
always cherish my catechist experience these past
few years. Thank you so much!”
Registration forms are available at the Church Office and
online at www.stmatthewcatholic.org.
 Please carefully read the registration form! There
are important changes in our session times and
locations.
 Register with payment by cash or check only.
Catholic School Families
-Meghan K. Second Grade Catechist
Parents of Catholic school students preparing for the
sacraments must register their children in the Faith
Formation program. Celebration of the sacrament takes
place in the family’s registered parish.
 For the Sacrament of Confirmation (students who
have completed eighth grade in Catholic school or
faith formation), preparation includes classes, a
parent meeting and a retreat.
 For the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and
First Eucharist (students in second grade), in
addition to religious education classes taught in the
Catholic schools, preparation includes participation
in parent meetings, retreats and rehearsal.
You are invited, and there is a need!
We urge you to prayerfully consider becoming a catechist
with our Faith Formation program. Confirmed high
school students and adults have the opportunity to bring
light, love, peace and joy to others by helping them grow
in their knowledge and love of God. If you approach the
task by asking the Lord to help you, everyone will
benefit.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Gospel: John 14:15-21
Jesus promises his disciples that he will send them
another advocate, the Spirit of truth.
Jesus' mission is continued through the
activity of the Holy Spirit in the lives of
His disciples. We have received this
same Spirit through our baptisms. The
Spirit, living and working within us,
reveals the mystery of God's love for
us. Just as the first disciples were not
left orphaned, we are not orphaned. We remain in God's
embrace through the gift of the Holy Spirit.
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Youth Ministry
St. Matthew Life Teen events and activities
are open to all high school students. Bring friends!
St. Matthew Xtreme Edge events and activities
are open to all middle school students. Bring friends!
A Christian is never bored or sad.
Rather, the one who loves Christ
is full of joy and radiates joy.
Pope Francis
Have questions about Middle School Youth Ministry?
Contact Nicole Lehman at
nlehman@stmatthewcatholic.org
Movie Night!
This Thursday!
May 29, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Parish Center
STEUBENVILLE ATLANTA
July 11-13
Join us as we
kick off the
summer with a
screening of
Next Week:
Baccalaureate Mass!
All graduating high school
and college seniors, please
come dressed in your cap
and gown and meet in the
Daily Mass Chapel at 5 pm.
How to Train
Your Dragon!
MOVIE STARTS PROMPTLY AT 6:30 pm.
Calling all Adults
ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL
CATECHISTS:
Have you ever felt God inviting you
to do something extraordinary for Him?
Our Life Teen ministry is looking for
dedicated, awesome, crazy-fun adults
to serve on our Core Team!
Interested? Want to know more?
Email our High School Youth Minister,
Theresa Benson, at
tbenson@stmatthewcatholic.org.
Our teens need you!
Did your class do something awesome
this year? (The answer is YES!) If you
would like to share something that your
class did this past year please send a
picture and a short description to
nlehman@stmatthewcatholic.org.
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 25, 2014
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Gary Schrieber and Jack Staub will be ordained permanent
deacons at the Ordination to the Order of Diaconate on
Saturday, May 31 at St. Mark in Huntersville, North Carolina.
VOCATIONS AWARENESS MINISTRY
We would like to introduce you to Jack Staub, who will be ordained a permanent Deacon at the Ordination to the Order
of Diaconate on Saturday, May 31 at St. Mark in Huntersville. Jack has taught Confirmation classes and is involved in
the Cursillo movement. Please read below a more up close and personal picture of Jack in his own words.
“I was born in NC (Goldsboro) but grew up in New Orleans and went to Catholic schools through high school. In
college at LSU, I was involved with the Awakening movement at the Catholic Student Center on campus. This opened
up my life of faith and began a pursuit to have a relationship with God since that time. My wife Susan and I met within
that Awakening community. We have been married for 35 years and have four children and two grandchildren.
Susan and I have been parishioners at St. Matthew for 21 years and have found it to be a wonderful parish of people who
pray and do. I continue to be amazed by the generosity and spirit of charity that the people of St. Matthew exhibit to
those in need physically, spiritually, and emotionally. I have been influenced in my life of faith through the Cursillo
community and teaching faith formation. There are two things that influenced me to pursue becoming a deacon. The first
is the example of the good deacons that I have met in our diocese and parish who have shown me how to be a man of
God who wants to serve the people of God. The second was starting to attend daily Mass during the week. This allowed
me to gain a greater appreciation for the Eucharist and the great gift that God offers us all. I saw the deacons and priests
as people who allow for the sacraments to be available and I thought that maybe God was calling me to help his people
to know that he loves them and is calling them to Himself. I see being a deacon as someone who can perhaps reflect the
light of Christ to all so that they can know that in fact Jesus is the ‘Light of the World’.”
OUTSIDE THE PARISH NEWS
ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC CHURCH will host a six-week Catholic Peace Fellowship Reading Circle this summer,
meeting on Wednesdays July 23-August 27 at 7:30 pm in classroom 8. Mass is at 7 pm for those who wish to attend.
This is a free course, and those who wish to study peace and learn to be peacemakers are encouraged to attend. For more
information, contact Shea Barja at 704-451-3629 or sheabarja@gmail.com.
COCHRANE COLLEGIATE ACADEMY is in need of End-of-Grade (EOG) proctors. During the time in which students
take the End-of-Grade tests, it is required to have an additional adult in every classroom. Approximately 50 volunteers
are needed each day of testing. A proctor is a responsible adult who ensures the testing environment is ethical.
Volunteers do not teach or administer discipline. Proctors are needed from 6:45 am to 12:30 pm on May 23, May 27,
May 28, May 29, June 2, June 3, and June 6. To register to proctor, visit www.bit.ly/PX44kb.
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