St. Matthew

ST. MATTHEW
CATHOLIC CHURCH
A PARISH OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE
CONNECTED IN CHRIST!
MOVED BY THE SPIRIT!
January 27, 2013
Pastor
Rev. Msgr. John J. McSweeney
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m.
Also 5:30 p.m. at St. Margaret Episcopal
Sunday 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m.,
10:45 a.m. (Gym), 12:30 p.m.,
5:30 p.m. (Life Teen)
9 a.m. Mass is signed for the hearing
impaired. Nursery for children ages 0 to 2
at 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
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.
Third Sunday In Ordinary Time
Baptism of
the Lord
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Wednesday 7 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m.
Holy Day Masses Vigil: 7:30 p.m.
Holy Day: 7 a.m., 12:10 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
Reconciliation
Saturday: 4 to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
or by request.
Anointing of the Sick
Takes place on the first Saturday of each
quarter at the 9 a.m. Mass or contact a
priest.
Eucharistic Adoration
Commences in the Chapel Friday after
the 9 a.m. Mass and ends Saturday at the
9 a.m. Mass.
Church Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
704-543-7677
He said to them,
“Today this Scripture passage
is fulfilled in your hearing.”
Luke:4:21
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
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
Carmen Dominguez, x 1
Life Teen
Katie Dunne, x 6
St. Matthew Catholic School:
Adult Faith Formation (SMyoU)
704-544-2070
Michael Burck, x 4
PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Msgr. John J. McSweeney
Pastor, x 1032 or 1049
Rev. Thomas J. Kessler
Parochial Vicar, x 1051
Rev. Robert Conway
Parochial Vicar, x 1185
Rite of Christian Initiation
for Adults (RCIA)
Tom Lindemuth, 704-543-7677 x 1063
SPRED (Developmentally Disabled)
Jan Clemens, 704-246-7102
Welcome Home for Returning Catholics (For
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 Mark King
Deacon Daren Bitter
Facilities Director
Antoinette Usher, x 1025
Director of Liturgical Ministries
(including wedding music)
Kathy Bartlett, x 1015 or 704-400-2213
Chief Financial Officer
Jane Balbirnie, x 1046
Volunteer Coordinator
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
professional counseling may contact one of the
priests or Sr. Eileen McLoughlin at 704-5437677 x 1057 for information and for counselor
referrals.
Social Work Ministry: Sharon Davis and
Carolyn DeBruhl of Catholic Social Services
are with us as part of our Family Assist
Ministry on Mondays and Thursdays,
2 - 5 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 a.m. 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 p.m., NLC 132/125.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Monday - Friday,
noon - 1 p.m., PC Family Room; Tuesday and
Thursday, 7 - 8 p.m., NLC 239/241.
Al-Anon: Mondays, noon - 1 p.m.,
NLC132/125 (except on national holidays
PC 104); Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.,
NLC 202; Thursdays, 8 - 9 p.m., NLC 204;
Fridays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., NLC 202;
Saturdays, 2 - 3 p.m., NLC 204.
Alateen: Thursdays, 8 - 9 p.m., NLC 234/235.
Bereaved Moms Prayer and Share: Fourth
Wednesday following 7:30 p.m. Mass; Marie
Roberts 704-651-8329.
Cancer Support: First Thursday of the month,
10 - 11:30 a.m., NLC 208. Marilyn Borrelli,
803-547-6181.
Caring for Caregivers: Second and fourth
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon, NLC 206.
Sr. Marie Frechette, x 1073.
Christians in Career Transition: Supports
people in career crisis. First and third
Mondays, 7 - 9 p.m., NLC. Jack Rueckel,
704-609-1492.
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CODA):
Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m., NLC 206.
Compassionate Friends: For parents who have
lost a child. Third Tuesday, 7 p.m.,
NLC 234/235. George Barnett, 704-366-8349.
Depression/Mood Disorders: Thursdays,
7 - 8:30 p.m., NLC 202.
Elizabeth Ministry: Support for parents who
have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or
newborn death. Rita Brennan, x 1007.
Food Addicts in Recovery (FA): Tuesdays,
6:30 - 8 p.m., NLC 202.
Healing Hearts: For widowed persons, second
Monday, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.,
NLC 102. Sr. Marie Frechette, x 1073.
Men’s Bereavement Group: First and third
Mondays, 7 - 9 p.m., NLC 119. Frank
Pennachio, 704-243-6132.
Narcotics Anonymous: Fridays, 7 - 8 p.m.,
NLC 132.
Post-Abortion Ministry (PAM): Confidential.
Andrea Hines, 704-996-4597; Christy
Annison, 704-293-6602.
SAA: An anonymous support group for
men and women dealing with addictive
sexual behavior. Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 p.m.,
NLC 204; Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.,
NLC 204. For more information, visit
charlottesaa.org or call 704-266-0722.
SLAA: Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous,
women’s group, Fridays, 6 - 7:15 p.m.,
NLC 206.
TGIF: Support group for separated/divorced.
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., NLC 202. Bonnie
Motuz, 704-543-8998, afternoon calls only.
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Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
JANUARY 26 TO FEBRUARY 3
SATURDAY
9 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
SUNDAY
5:30 p.m.
(SMEC)
7:30 a.m.
9 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
(GYM)
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p m.
MONDAY
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
TUESDAY
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
WEDNESDAY
7 a.m.
8:15 a.m.
7:30 p.m.
THURSDAY
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
FRIDAY
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
SATURDAY
9 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
SUNDAY
5:30 p.m.
(SMEC)
7:30 a.m.
9 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
(GYM)
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p m.
GOSPEL REFLECTION
LUKE 1:1-4, 4:14-21
Just as Ezra, in our first
reading, read to the
people from Scripture,
Jesus reads from the book
of the prophet Isaiah
about the Servant of the
Lord. He announces that
He is the fulfillment of
Scripture. Then He tells the crowd in the synagogue that
He is the one sent by God. His presence is their
guarantee that a "year of favor," or time of salvation, has
begun. All eyes are glued on Him as He puts down the
scroll and takes His seat.
+ Angelina Bisignano
By Ellen & Norb Dusyn
+ Sidna Rizzo
By Pat Thompson
+ William Schroeder
By Jane Lucas
For the People of the Parish
+ Helen Powers
By Barbara Cody Macdonald
+ Joyce Rice
By The Romei Family
+ Dorothy Farnsworth
By Mary Rokosz
+ Dorothy Emily Clifford
By Your Why Catholic Group
+ Alex Domonkas
By Agnes Rioux
+ Luis Simon
By JoAnn, Maureen, Suzie,
Elaine, Mary, Susan, Teresa,
Patty & Mary Margaret
+ Mary Hamrlik
By The Deacon’s Association
+ Lana Westphal
By Paula
+ Constance Schiemann
By Liz & Peggy Roach
+ Clara L. Fasse
By Harley Fasse
+ Frank Cockinos
By The Franek Family
+ Matthew Nenninger
By Katie O’Sullivan
+ Jim Harris
By Patricia Binns
+ Earl Eidson
By Liz Roach
+ Leonard Pierzchala
By Jack & MaryLou Shank
+ Jerry Edsel
By Ray & Irene Christopher
+ Raphael Santiago
By The Park Family
+ Dolores Pantoliano
By Loretta & Janice Lopez
+ Floyd Kimble
By Jean & Jim Fluett
For the People of the Parish
+ Mary Hamrlik
By Jim & Linda Heilman
+ Robert & Mildred Smith
By Jim & Jo Fulginiti
+ Alana Renee Maher
By Jenny Cox
+ Helen Bonitati
By Ann Marie Bracci
+ Ellen Frecca
By The D’Angelo Family
In this reading, Jesus identifies Himself as the Messiah,
as the one Isaiah foretold would come to the people. He
did this at the weekly worship at His local synagogue.
The Gospel tells us that He was in the habit of
worshipping there weekly. Why did Jesus worship
weekly? What does this habit of Jesus' tell us about the
importance of our weekly worship? Where do we meet
Jesus, the Messiah, on a weekly basis?
READINGS FOR THE
WEEK OF JANUARY 27
SUNDAY
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10; Ps 19; 1 Cor 12:1230 or 12:12-14, 27; Lk 1:1-4, 4:14-21
MONDAY
St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor
of the Church
Heb 9:15, 24-28; Ps 98; Mk 3:22-30
TUESDAY
Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40; Mk 3:31-35
WEDNESDAY Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110; Mk 4:1-20
THURSDAY St. John Bosco, Priest
Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24; Mk 4:21-25
FRIDAY
Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37; Mk 4:26-34
SATURDAY The Presentation of the Lord
Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40
or 2:22-32
SUNDAY
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71; 1 Cor 12:31–13:13
or 13:4-13; Lk 4:21-30
To view the daily readings, visit www.usccb.org/nab
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
Prayer Intentions
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
DEATHS
Myths about Grief:
Our Society continues to perpetuate a number of myths about
grief and mourning. These myths may seem harmless, but they
can quickly become hurdles to healing. We will share some of
these myths weekly.
MYTH #1 – Grief and mourning are the same experience.
Most people tend to interchangeably use the words grief and
mourning. However, there is an important distinction between them. We have
learned that people move toward healing not by just grieving, but through
mourning. Simply stated, grief is the internal thoughts and feelings we
experience when someone we love dies. Mourning, on the other hand, is
taking the internal experience of grief and expressing it outside ourselves.
Many people in our culture grieve, but they do not mourn. Instead of being
encouraged to express their grief outwardly, they are often greeted with
messages such as “carry on,” “keep your chin up,” and “keep busy.” So, they
end up grieving within themselves in isolation, instead of mourning outside of
themselves in the presence of loving companions.
Alan Wolfelt
ETERNAL REST GRANT UNTO
Marcella “ Marcie” Higgins, wife
of John Higgins; Louisa Okwara,
mother of Benjamin, Julius, Cynthia
and Veronica Okwara;
AND MAY PERPETUAL LIGHT
SHINE UPON THEM.
BAPTISMS
WE WELCOME OUR NEWLY
BAPTIZED MEMBERS:
Caleb Louis Cancelliere
Shea Raiola
Laynie Kay Savage
THE DEVOTIONAL LIFE AT ST. MATTHEW
The Liturgy of the Hours
in the Eucharistic Chapel
Morning Prayer - Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m.
Evening Prayer - Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Night Prayer - Wednesdays, 8 p.m.
Eucharistic Adoration
Begins after the 9 a.m. Friday Mass
and continues until the 9 a.m. Saturday Mass
Recitation of the Holy Rosary and Chaplet of The Divine Mercy
after 9 a.m. daily Mass
PRAYER GROUPS
ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT: Mondays, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Choir Room. Barbara
Gardner at chlt5nc@gmail.com.
CENTERING PRAYER GROUP: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.,
NLC 206. Bruce Hassett, 704-641-9041 or Janie Normile, 803-396-8016.
MEMORIAL MASS: Fourth Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., 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.
FIRST FRIDAY MINISTRY: First Friday, 10 a.m. to noon, NLC 102. Jennifer
Mitra at 704-543-9566 or jennifermitra@msn.com.
MARONITE MASS: Second Saturday of the month, 7 p.m., Daily Mass Chapel.
MALAYALAM PRAYER GROUP: Sundays at 2 p.m. For locations, 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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A PRAYER FOR
BIBLICAL INSIGHT
O Jesus, greatest Teacher of all
times, thank You for Your gift of
the Holy Bible. You inspired the
prophets and the apostles, guiding
them to eternalize the Sacred Word.
Always maintain my faith in the
Holy Word, believing it originated
from the Holy Spirit. Continue to
guide me through its Books,
granting me the required insight and
wisdom to thoroughly digest Your
many mysteries. Thank You for
these righteous teachings. Your
generosity is superabundant!
Amen.
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Activities For The Week Ahead
2013 DIOCESAN SUPPORT APPEAL
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sunday, Jan. 27
Studio 819 Art Exhibit
Baptism Class
SPRED St. Joseph
SPRED St. Bernadette
SPRED St. Francis
SPRED Paraclete
RCIA
Life Teen
Monday, Jan. 28
Annulment Workshop
RCIA
Alive In The Spirit
Wednesday, Jan. 30
Moving On After Moving In
Moving On After Moving In
Thursday, Jan. 31
Knit and Crochet
GPS
Called To Be Mom
GPS
Adult Choir
Friday, Feb. 1
First Friday Ministry
Saturday, Feb. 2
College Retreat
AC - Adoration Chapel
BR - Banquet Room
CR - Conference Room
CH - Choir Room
DMC - Daily Mass Chapel
EC - Education Center
FR - Family Room
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
9 - 10:30 a.m.
10 a.m. - noon
10 a.m. - noon
10 a.m. - noon
10 a.m. - noon
10:30 a.m. - noon
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
BR
NLC 132/125
NLC 202
NLC 203
NLC 204
NLC 234/235
NLC 239/240/241
PC
7 - 8 p.m.
7 - 8:30 p.m.
7:30 - 9 p.m.
NLC 132/125
NLC 239/240/241
CH
9:30 - 11 a.m.
7 - 8:30 p.m.
NLC 239/240/241
NLC 234/235
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
10 - 11:30 a.m.
10 a.m. - noon
7 - 8:30 p.m.
7:30 - 9 p.m.
NLC 203
BR
NLC 234/235
BR
CH
10 a.m. - noon
NLC 102
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
BR
G - Gym
NLC - New Life Center
N - Narthex
NS - Nursery
PC - Parish Center
S - Sanctuary
For a detailed calendar of all upcoming events, visit www.stmatthewcatholic.org
Bulletin announcements are due no later than Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. of
the previous week. Send submissions to juliat@stmatthewcatholic.org.
GIVING HOPE gift shop is located in the Narthex. The hours are Sunday
from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (closed during Mass) and Tuesday
through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. GIVING HOPE is closed Monday
and Saturday. For more information call 704-927-4313.
PARISH LIBRARY NLC 102 is open during hours that the building is open
unless there is a meeting scheduled. See the calendar.
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The Greatest of
These is Love is the
theme of the 2013
Diocesan Support
Appeal. In next
week’s video,
Bishop Jugis asks
each of us to prayerfully consider a
gift to the DSA as a way of serving
Christ through service to thousands of
Catholics in western North Carolina.
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
the St. Matthew
Food Pantry.
Especially needed are
canned meats, jello and pudding,
jelly, juice, rice, spices, coffee and
shampoo. 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.
SECOND ANNUAL STUDIO 819
ART EXHIBIT
Please take time today
to stop by the Banquet
Room before or after
Mass and see various
art forms representing
Stories of the Old Testament. Many
of these art pieces have been created
by our own parishioners. Enjoy the
visual display and also have the
chance to bid on some of the items.
Proceeds benefit the Burial
Assistance Program of CSS! Don’t
miss this opportunity!
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
St. Matthew Catholic Church
WE APPRECIATE YOU
THE YEAR OF FAITH FAMILY PRAYER
O God our Father,
in Jesus you call all Christian families
and homes to be signs of living faith.
By the light of the Holy Spirit, lead us
to be thankful for the gift of faith, and
by that gift may we grow in our
relationship with Jesus, your Son,
and be confident witnesses to Christian
hope and joy to all we meet.
Today at all Masses, we will recognize and bless our
parishioners who participate in our Parish
Administration and related ministries: Parish Finance
Council, Money Counters, Gift Shop, Nursery, Office
volunteers, Parish Library, Parish staff, Parish Pastoral
Council, and Stewardship.
In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord,
Amen.
We appreciate these volunteers who provide leadership,
support and direction to our parish. After Mass we
invite all parishioners to visit the W.A.Y. information
table in the Narthex to learn more about these
ministries. For more information about all ministries,
visit our website at www.stmatthewcatholic.org.
For more information on The Year of Faith, visit
www.usccb.org.
IN MEMORIAM
A nation is grieving. Hearts are wrenched with sadness
as vibrant young lives are silenced. What was to be a
normal school day at Sandy Hook turned out to be a
massacre of unsuspecting bullets.
It is hard to imagine the pain of parents holding their
dying child one last time, or fellow teachers mourning
the loss of their comrades who died protecting the
children. This is the picture that has visited America
only too often bringing untold sadness and hurt.
Tragedy such as this is not just the case of who is to
blame, but, rather, the responsibility we all must share
when it strikes. There are other sadistically distraught
persons who need direction and professional help. They
need the willingness of others to guide and counsel
them, or the helping hand of a friend to assure them. We
all need to share in this challenge. We all must be our
brother’s keeper.
The nation has come to its knees in loving remembrance
of all who died at Sandy Hook. May God embrace their
loved ones in His care and give them grace and courage
to understand “Why?!”
PERMANENT EUCHARISTIC ADORERS NEEDED
We are in need of permanent Eucharistic adorers on
Saturdays from 1 to 2 a.m., 2 to 3 a.m. and 3 to 4 a.m.
Please give prayerful consideration to spending one of
these hours with our Lord. For more information or to
commit to one of these hours, call Long Che Chan at
704-752-3998 or email St.Matthew.Adoration@gmail.com.
Come to me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I
will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD!
Do you have children in kindergarten through second
grade who enjoy attending Children’s Liturgy of the
Word (CLOW)? We have an urgent need for leaders for
the Sunday 5:30 p.m. Mass. Commitment involves
lesson preparation and Mass time only. CLOW provides
an opportunity to share with children in kindergarten
through second grade the readings and Gospel in terms
they understand. The interaction between the leader and
the children is a very rewarding experience. Teaching
experience is not required as training is provided. If
interested in volunteering, contact Linda Dunn at
lindadunn.clow@gmail.com.
Sr. Patricia Durbin
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News and Events
Guiding Parishioner Strengths
COLLEGE CATHOLICS RETREAT
"Set A Fire"
All are
Welcome!
Refresh your soul and allow God
to inspire your heart on this oneday retreat where you prepare for
taking up His mission in the
world!
Thursday, January 31, 2013
10 to 11:30 a.m. OR 7 to 8:30 p.m.
New Life Center Banquet Room
If you are who you are meant to
be, you will set the world on fire.
St. Catherine of Siena
Join us as we explore different prayer forms
to match different temperaments.
How does your own unique set of strengths
influence your conversations with God?
Mission:
To realize the universal call to mission and
set hearts on fire through the power of the
Holy Spirit, as John Paul II said, “Become
who you are.”
When:
Saturday, Feb. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
(check-in begins at 11 a.m.)
Where:
Banquet Room
Who:
College-aged young adults (18-25)
Cost:
$10 covers lunch, materials and
refreshments following the Saturday Vigil
Mass (payment by cash or check is required
at check-in)
Questions: Contact Leigh Anne Sanford at
leighasanford@abbey.bac.edu or
Katie Dunne at 704-543-7677 x 1052 or
katied@stmatthewcatholic.org
To Register:
www.signupgenius.comgo/70A0E4FACAA2DA02-set
“Praying Made Easier”
RSVP to hawaii1945@aol.com
with session you will attend.
Child care is available by reservation.
Call 704-543-7677 x 1011 at least 48 hours in advance.
LENT BEGINS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Stop by the GIVING HOPE gift shop in the Narthex
and see our collection of books to help enrich your
Lenten season. This week’s featured books:
LIVING YOUR STRENGTHS
Are you curious?
We each have God-given
talents that drive our behaviors
at home, work, church and
everywhere! Are you interested
in learning your God-given
talents, but cannot attend the
full Living Your Strengths Journey or Discovery? Now
you can learn your God-given talents for less than $10
and 30 minutes of your time. Then you can begin
transforming your talents into strengths! For more
information and instructions on how to get started, email
lysinformation@yahoo.com.
This handy
booklet provides
daily reflections
and short prayers
to help guide you
in developing a
more fervent
practice of your
faith.
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Author and EWTN host
Donna-Marie Cooper
O'Boyle presents a daily
devotional companion for
families with young children.
She illustrates how to bring
Lent home, doing "small
things with great love" under
the guidance of the Blessed
Mother Teresa.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
St. Matthew Catholic Church
ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS FORMING
SENIORS THAT ARE RETIRED
STARS
There are many reasons why an adult
Catholic has not received the Sacrament
of Confirmation:
We moved so many times when I
was younger, that I missed out on
being confirmed.
The STARS will meet Wednesday, Feb. 6,
at 10:30 a.m. in the Banquet Room for a
Valentine's meeting and luncheon
celebration. Red is the color for the day!
Reservations for lunch must be made by
Friday, Feb. 1. For more information and to make a
reservation, call Ursula Pombier at 704-849-9146.
I left the Church for a while. Now
that I’m back, I’d really like to
receive the sacrament.
The STARS Chat‘n Dine is Thursday, Feb. 14, at
11 a.m. at Park Place Diner (10517 Park Road,
Pineville). It is a Valentine Chat ’n Dine with
conversation, candy hearts and comfort food! For more
information, call Brooke Moran at 980-939-1722.
Fortunately, it’s never too late. If you are over the age of
18, baptized Catholic, regularly attending Mass and
receiving the Eucharist, and think God is calling you to
deepen your faith, you may be feeling a call to enter into
the Sacrament of Confirmation.
If you are an adult interested in receiving the Sacrament
of Confirmation, email Heather King in the Faith
Formation Office at hking@stmatthewcatholic.org.
A class is forming the first week of February and will
meet on Sunday afternoons until Easter Sunday.
YOUNG ADULT LIFE UPCOMING EVENTS
YAL provides adults in their 20s and
30s opportunities to engage in the
St. Matthew faith community.
 A Couple’s Faith Sharing begins in February.
Child care is available. Registration is required.
For more information and to register, contact
Francis Ahn at narfmi@aol.com.
 Our next YAL Monthly Open Forum Meeting
is on Monday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. in NLC 211.
 Please join us for Adoration & Coffee on
Friday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m.
 Our next Mass & Meal is Sunday, Feb. 10.
Join us for the 9 a.m. Mass, followed by the
K of C Breakfast.
CHRISTIANS IN CAREER TRANSITION
Christians In Career Transition 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. Visit
our website at http://st-matts.info/cict. Our next
meeting is Monday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. in NLC 132/125.
Questions, call Jack Rueckel at 704-341-8449.
Visit us on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/groups/smyalcharlotte or
email us at st.matthews.yal@gmail.com.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
The Cancer Support Group meets the first Thursday of
each month from 10 to11:30 a.m. in NLC 208. Our
next meeting is Thursday, Feb. 7. For more
information, please contact Marilyn Borrelli at 803547-6181.
MEN’S CONFERENCE
The third annual Catholic Men’s Conference, Man of
Prayer, Man of Action, is on Saturday, Feb. 16, from
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church.
The lineup of speakers includes Fr. Larry Richards, a
nationally known speaker; Dr. Ray Guarendi, a top
Catholic psychologist; and Bishop William Curlin.
Bishop Peter Jugis will celebrate Mass. Advance tickets
are $35, with discounts for seniors and students. For
more information and to register, visit www.cltcmc.org.
NATIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
JANUARY 27 - FEBRUARY 2
RAISE THE STANDARDS
CONGRATULATIONS TO
ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL
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News and Events
THE FLU SEASON
QUARTERLY MEN’S SHELTER OF
CHARLOTTE UNDERWEAR DRIVE
Recognizing the statistics and advisories provided by the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concerning
the increasing threat of influenza in the southeast, we
have enacted a parish-wide plan in order to prevent the
spread of the virus. These precautions are effective
immediately. We are providing hand sanitizer at all
entrances to the church and remind everyone to refrain
from hand contact during the praying of the “Our Father”
and at the Sign of Peace. Additionally, we are offering
only one species of the Holy Eucharist, the Precious
Body. Thank you for your help and cooperation!
Thank you for your
continued support of the
Men’s Shelter’s clothing
needs in 2012. Your
generous donations helped
significantly, especially
during the second half of
2012 when overall donations were down. As the cold
winter months have set in, there continues to be a need
for men’s underwear and socks. Jeans and used shoes are
the next most requested clothing articles. We again seek
your continued support for this ministry. Please bring a
package of new underwear, preferably boxer shorts,
under shirts, or socks or any used but wearable jeans and
shoes you may have to church on all weekends in
February. Please place your donation in the blue
collection barrels in the Narthex.
WOMEN’S GUILD SHELTER COLLECTION
The Salvation Army Center for Hope
provides shelter for homeless women
and their children. There are 224
beds on site and 100 beds in satellite
locations. Please join the Women’s
Guild efforts to provide needed items
for the women and children of these shelters during the
month of January. Boxes for donations will be located
in the Narthex and side entrance. Items needed include
new, white only, towels and twin-size sheet sets, and
women’s and children’s toiletries, especially
toothbrushes. Thank you for your generous support for
this cause.
DONATED GOODS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9
8 A.M. TO NOON
Did you know that your donated goods help St. Matthew
make a positive impact on the needy in North and South
Carolina? The collection of donated goods takes place
the second Saturday of the month from 8 a.m. to noon
under the Daily Mass Chapel. Items accepted include
gently-used clothing, furniture, working appliances,
household items and moving boxes. We are happy to
pick up large furniture or appliances on donation day
from homes within a 10-mile radius of St. Matthew if
arrangements are made in advance and no later than
noon the Thursday before collection day. For the safety
of our volunteers, heavy items will be picked up from
first floor locations only. Restrictions apply. Volunteers
are needed to assist in picking up large items, with a
special need for volunteers willing to use their own pickup or box trucks and/or trailers. Please note that we do
not accept pianos, large TVs, drop-side baby cribs, used
mattresses or box springs. If you would like more
information or to schedule a pickup, contact Randy and
Ann Mazur at 704-544-4667 or
stmatthewdonatedgoods@gmail.com.
For more information, call Lillian at 704-256-3393 or
Louise at 704-245-4383.
MEL’S DINER INTRODUCES
FLO’S DINER FOR LADIES ONLY
Mel’s Diner announces the inauguration of a new effort,
Flo’s Diner! We will serve food to the needy on
Saturdays from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We would like to
form three groups of eight ladies, with a designated
captain that will each serve a minimum of one weekend
a month. For more information, visit
www.Mels-Diner.com. If interested, please contact
Duke Oxford at 704-904-8968 or
duketurf@aol.com.
God provides our guidance, Mother Teresa our
focus...the poorest of the poor. We visit only areas
identified by the Sisters of the Missionaries of Charity.
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
St. Matthew “yoU”niversity
St. Matthew “yoU”niversity Winter/Spring 2013
For details, contact Michael Burck at 704-541-8362 x 4
or mburck@stmatthewcatholic.org
* Denotes child care is available by reservation. Call 704-543-7677 x 1011 at least 48 hours in advance.
MINISTRY OF MOTHERS SHARING *
NEW EVENING SESSION OFFERED!
For Parents and Catechists!
An Experience of Prayer (Level II)
STARTS THIS WEEK!
When:
Wednesday, February 13, at 9:30 a.m.
Where:
NLC 132/125
Presenter: Pat Davies
Join us Tuesdays, Jan. 29 through
March 26, at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. for this
national program that has touched the
hearts of hundreds of women at
St. Matthew, and thousands across the
country. In eight, two-hour sessions, women journey
through self-discovery, spiritual growth and friendship as
they learn about themselves, the presence and power of
God, and inspire, encourage and affirm each other. A
captivating journal is used. Small groups meet in a
peaceful, friendly setting to discuss various themes
relevant to busy moms today. This beautiful ministry is a
wonderful opportunity to take a few moments for selfcare and strengthening of self, friendships and your
relationship with God. The fee is $40 to cover the cost of
materials and supplies. Registration is required. To
register, email kmanning7@carolina.rr.com or call
Lisa Tolido at 704-843-3497.
Realizing that prayer is an attempt to consciously enter
into God’s presence, catechists will experience different
forms and definitions of prayer. To register, email
registration @stmatthewcatholic.org.
First Friday Ministry*
When: First Friday of the Month, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Mass and Devotions in the Sanctuary,
refreshments in NLC 102
Contact: Jennifer Mitra, 704-287-5278
jennifermitra@msn.com
Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is on the first
Friday of each month. We meet as a group October
through June for 9 a.m. Mass, Rosary and Divine Mercy
Chaplet in the Sanctuary. We share fellowship and
refreshments afterward. Some months include a special
program. No registration required.
LENT 2013
Why not consider
joining or starting a Small
Christian Community this Lent?
CALLED TO BE MOM (CTBM)*
STARTS THIS WEEK!
Lent invites us to a time of prayer,
reflection and conversion. Why not
experience the blessings of a faithsharing group this Lent. Ash
Wednesday is Feb. 13. Groups will
meet one session a week in group
leaders’ homes. Why not make a sixweek retreat by exploring the Sunday
readings of Lent with a group of 8 to 10 adults from our
community. Simple language and everyday metaphors
steep you in the season’s promptings to surrender self,
work for justice and deepen prayer life. Two or three new
groups will be formed this Lent. If you would like to host
a group in your home, for more information or to register
for a group, contact Michael Burck at 704-541-8362 x 4
or registration@stmatthewcatholic.org.
When: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon (meets biweekly)
Dates: Jan 31; Feb 14, 28; March 14, 28; April 11,
25; May 9
Where: NLC 234/235
Contact: Kerry Long 704-243-6319 or
klong003@carolina.rr.com
Mary Ellen Wolfe 704-256-9535 or
mer102780@hotmail.com
Called to be Mom supports the vocation of motherhood
by strengthening faith through various readings
including Scripture, the Catechism, and various books
applicable to Christian family life. Many moms find the
open discussion format to be encouraging and inspiring
in developing loving parenting tools and creating a solid
Catholic domestic church. Called to Be Mom meets
every other Thursday. You can drop in for a class at your
convenience or attend them all. Everyone is welcome!
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St. Matthew “yoU”niversity Winter/Spring 2013
For details, contact Michael Burck at 704-541-8362 x 4
or mburck@stmatthewcatholic.org
GROWING
IN
FAITH AND THEOLOGY (G.I.F.T.)
STARTS IN 8 DAYS!
The planning committee for G.I.F.T. is pleased to announce the eight courses
offered in the 2013 winter semester. GIFT is sponsored by eight Charlotte
Catholic parishes.
Upcoming course titles and their instructors include:
A. Thomas Merton: Soul of the Age; Mark Bartholet, MA; Tuesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; 7 to 8:30 p.m.;
St. Matthew Church; Registration Fee: $30
B. One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism: The Challenging Road to Christian Unity; Sr. Jane Russell, OSF;
Tuesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; 7 to 8:30 p.m.; St. John Neumann Church; Registration Fee: $30
C. The 4-1-1 on Vatican II; Susan Krasniewski, MA; Thursdays, February 7, 14, 21, 28; 7 to 8:30 p.m.;
St. Gabriel Church; Registration Fee: $30
D. How the 16th Century Changed our Lives: Yesterday's Renaissance and Tomorrow's Revival;
David Galusha, MA; Wednesdays, Feb. 6, 20, 27; 7 to 9 p.m.; St. Matthew Church; Registration Fee: $30
E. A Book That Changed the World: EXODUS; Susan Brady, MA; Tuesdays: Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; 10 to 11:30 a.m.;
St. Matthew Church; Registration Fee: $30
F. Scripture Study Day: Finding Our Place In the Story of Faith; Nationally known author, religious educator and
retreat leader Alice Camille, MDiv.; March 9, 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; St. Matthew Church; Registration Fee: $30
G. Sacraments: The Church’s Community Prayer; Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, RSM; Thursdays Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28;
7 to 8:30 p.m.; St. Luke Church; Registration Fee: $30
H. Curso En Español - Católico: Conoce y Practica Tu Fe; Padre Gabriel Carvajal-Salazar; Lunes 4, 11, 18, 25
de Febrero a las 7 p.m.; Iglesia San Marco; No Registration Fee!
To view & print the full GIFT brochure with registration form and full details go to
www.stmatthewcatholic.org
"Living the Faith" Book Club
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Parents
When: Second Thursday of the month, 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: NLC 102 (Library)
Contact: Kevin Berent, berentski@yahoo.com or
Jennifer Mattox, JMattox2@carolina.rr.com
A fun and faith-filled monthly gathering of
everyday parishioners, sharing their thoughts
and experiences about books of a wide-range of
topics. Monthly choices are guaranteed to help
you grow in your faith, knowledge or both! The books are
usually available from Amazon.com and often
also available for e-readers. There might even be a copy in
the Parish Library.
Parenting is hard . . . but it’s not impossible. Conor
Gallagher, author of If Aristotle’s Kid Had an iPod:
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Parents, masterfully
weaves Aristotle’s ancient philosophy, scientific studies,
and pop culture together making a funny, rich and
informative guide to parenting kids in the modern world.
Gallagher will present two sessions. Session one, Learn
to be a Kid Whisperer, is Wednesday, March 6, at 7
p.m. in NLC 203. Session two, If Aristotle’s Kid was
on Facebook, is Wednesday, March 13, at 7 p.m. in
NLC 203.
Conor Gallagher has his Masters in Philosophy and
Juris Doctorate, is an adjunct professor of philosophy at
Belmont Abbey College, and is Vice President of Saint
Benedict Press. He and his wife, Ashley, reside in Fort
Mill, South Carolina with their eight kids.
February 14 Book: The Future Church: How Ten
Trends Are Revolutionizing the Church
by John L. Allen Jr.
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
Faith Formation
FAITH FORMATION
Fifth Grade Sandwich Service
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telephone Numbers:
704-541-8362
Class Time Cell – 704-589-0956
Website: stmatthewcatholic.org/faithformation
“A service activity for you
and your parent!”
Please join fellow fifth grade Faith
Formation students and catechists in
making sandwiches for our friends in
need, who are served through Urban
Ministry Center. Plan to attend on
Saturday, Feb. 2. We begin with Mass at 9 a.m.,
immediately after Mass we walk over to the Family
Room in the Parish Center to make sandwiches for the
homeless from 9:45 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. The
sandwiches you make will be lunch for people in need
on this day!
FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE
Sunday, Jan. 27
Monday, Jan. 28
Tuesday, Jan. 29
Wednesday, Jan. 30
CLASS
CLASS
CLASS
CLASS
Please bring:
A loaf of bread
A pound of lunchmeat and/or cheese
A box of sandwich bags
A giving heart with helping hands!
Kindergarten through eighth grade students in
Faith Formation will be receiving progress
reports the first week in February.
Third Sunday in
Ordinary Time
It is Written
Gospel: Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21
Does your family have a Bible?
Jesus is the fulfillment
of the Scriptures
When Jesus read from the scriptures in the synagogue,
he did not read from a book as we know it, with pages;
he read from a scroll. The books of the Old Testament
were first written on papyrus. Later, skins of sheep or
goats were used to make sheets of vellum or parchment
to write on. All of these scrolls were handwritten. It
was not until much later that Christians put the
scripture writings into book form, called a codex. The
first time the Bible was printed on a printing press was
in 1456, 557 years ago!
Question for Children:
Jesus is present to each of us in a different way.
Tell about a time that you knew Jesus was with you.
Question for Youth:
Name a moment or situation in your life where
Jesus was present. What are some situations or
places where you wish that Jesus was more
visible? Do you have a favorite saying of Jesus? If
so, what is it? Be creative and participate in a family
scroll activity.
A FAMILY SCROLL ACTIVITY
Choose one of your favorite sayings of Jesus and make
your own scroll. Write the quotation on a long piece of
paper. Use two straws or sticks or rods as the ends.
Tape each end of the paper to one of the sticks. Roll
the sticks together to meet in the middle. Tie the rolls
together with a piece of ribbon. You can unroll the
scroll and read it at dinner or bring it to Faith
Formation and share with your class.
Question for Adults:
Jesus came to bring glad tidings to the poor and set
free the enslaved. How has this mission of Christ in
the world affected you personally? How can you as
a family carry on the mission of Jesus in your lives
today?
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YOUTH MINISTRY
St. Matthew Xtreme Edge events and activities
are open to all middle school students. Bring friends!
St. Matthew Life Teen events and activities
are open to all high school students. Bring friends!
Have ideas for things you’d like to see happen in
Middle School Youth Ministry at St. Matt’s?
Email tbenson@stmatthewcatholic.org
What’s the
WORD?
2nd Annual Art Exhibit
Stories of the Old Testament
Middle School
January 26-27, 2013
Bible Study
Before and after all Masses
New Life Center Banquet Room
Come see art work by St. Matthew parishioners.
Bid on silent auction items to benefit the Burial
Assistance Program through CSS!
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders welcome!
February 7 7-8:15 p.m. in the Youth Room
Next Xtreme EDGE Event:
“Live the Love” on Friday, Feb. 8.
For more information and details, check the
Middle School Youth Ministry page on the
St. Matthew website.
Artists and families are invited to a reception
following the Sunday 5:30 p.m. Life Teen Mass.
SMLT Retreat 2013
Xtreme EDGE Retreat...
February 15-17 @ Camp Thunderbird
Fit For A King
Hoping to turn in a late registration?
Contact Katie Dunne at
lifeteen@stmatthewcatholic.org or 704-543-7677
Coming to a camp near you…
April 2013
Miss the registration meeting
last Thursday the 24th??
Sign up
this week!
More information coming soon.
Send an email to
lifeteen@stmatthewcatholic.org
to see if spots still remain!
XE Summer Camp 2013
Don’t miss out on this incredible week!
High ropes, river tubing, incredible speakers and
musicians, messy games, trampolines and more!
PLUS
Experience Mass and the Sacraments in new ways!
Forms and info available on the website:
Teens N Tutoring is a free tutoring ministry provided to
families through SMLT and our generous teen volunteers.
LT Summer Camp 2013 Registration is now open!!
Forms and info available on the website:
http://stmatthewcatholic.org/faithformation/youth/
middle-school-xtreme-edge
www.stmatthewcatholic.org/faithformation/youth/life-teen
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 27, 2013
St. Matthew Catholic Church
OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE
GOD’S BLESSINGS!
PARISH MEMBERSHIP AND BENEFITS
To be considered an active, participating member of the
parish and thus eligible for MACS tuition assistance and
sacramental sponsor eligibility, St. Matthew Catholic
Church takes into account a family’s or individual’s
ministry involvement and Mass attendance. Since
weekly Mass attendance envelopes are the primary way
we determine if parishioners are regularly attending
Mass, we ask that if you can’t make a contribution on
a given Sunday, that you still place your envelope in
the collection basket so we can record your
attendance. If you are using Faith Direct, then please
use the personalized offertory cards indicating your
Mass attendance.
Attendance at Mass is the most meaningful way we
model and live our Catholic faith.
 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!
MECKLENBURG AREA CATHOLIC
SCHOOLS ADMISSIONS
Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools (MACS) is
accepting applications for new students for the 20132014 school year at all schools and for all grades. The
early admission round ends Jan. 31. For more
information and/or to request an application, visit
http://schools.charlottediocese.net/macs/admissions/
applications or call the MACS Admissions Office at
704-370-3273.
MONTHLY PARISH E-NEWS
PARKING REGULATIONS
If you are not currently receiving the monthly Parish
E-News, please send your updated email address
to communications@stmatthewcatholic.org.
In order to ensure safe flow of traffic and emergency
vehicle access, park in designated spots only. Parking
violations include, but are not limited to, parking in
prohibited spaces such as fire lanes, parking on
sidewalks or crosswalks, double parking and/or parking
in a handicapped parking zone without a proper permit.
These and other illegal parking violations will result
in your vehicle being towed.
SEVERE WEATHER POLICY
In case of inclement
weather, the following
policy is in effect:
Thank you to Matthews Dental Care and
Mike Schmidt, CFP, AAMS and Edward Jones
for sponsoring ads in this Sunday’s Bulletin.
Please patronize our sponsors.
If the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system is closed,
St. Matthew Catholic Church is closed. This includes all
activities, Faith Formation classes and daily Masses, but
not Saturday Vigil and Sunday Masses. If CMS remains
closed for more than one day, please call 704-543-7677
x 1096. The message will be specific with respect to
cancellations of Mass and activities.
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JANUARY SPOTLIGHT VOLUNTEER: JACKIE MCCALLA
Our first Spotlight Volunteer for 2013 is Jackie McCalla. She and her
husband, Don, are originally from Burbank, CA and have two sons. Ryan
serves in the Army National Guard and Sean is a senior at Appalachian State
University. Both Jackie and Don came into the Catholic Church through the
RCIA program in 2004. Soon after, a friend of Jackie’s who had been a
Eucharistic minister at the 7:30 a.m. Mass on Sundays, died suddenly. Jackie
did not want her friend’s death to leave a need for a volunteer, so she trained
and now serves as a Eucharistic minister in honor of her friend. Jackie has
also served as a catechist in the Confirmation program at St. Matthew and
was an original member of the Welcome Home for Returning Catholics team.
Jackie is a sacristan, she and Don have participated in Our Lady’s Rosary
Don, Ryan, Jackie and Sean McCalla
Guild, and the entire family helps with the Muffin Ministry. Jackie also
served as a volunteer in the parish gift shop before becoming an employee when it moved to the current location in the
Narthex. She is now on the parish staff as manager of the shop. Recently renamed GIVING HOPE, the proceeds of the gift
shop go to our World Food Drive, helping to feed the hungry locally and abroad. Jackie considers her work a ministry as
she gets to talk to so many parishioners. Whether it is a First Communion gift for a grandchild or a St. Peregrine gift for
a friend diagnosed with cancer, many have stories to share, and she especially enjoys being able to help someone pick
out the perfect gift. We thank Jackie for giving the gift of herself and her many talents to our parish family at St.
Matthew!
OUTSIDE THE PARISH NEWS
THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE seeks a full-time webmaster to build and maintain its websites and
further its mission of evangelization and outreach. Applicant must have working knowledge of Joomla, Apache, Linux,
HTML/HTML 5, PHP, CSS, Java, Microsoft OS, IIS, Google Analytics, and web security. Bachelor’s degree preferred,
with two or more years of experience as webmaster. Email resume and salary history to IT Director Scott Long at
selong@charlottediocese.org by Feb. 15. No phone calls.
THE DIOCESAN OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT has an opening for a full-time director of development for Catholic Schools.
The candidate must be a college graduate with a degree in marketing, communications, or related field. He or she must
have at least three years of experience in fundraising and marketing, and have experience with computer related
programs. Responsibilities include managing two regional annual giving campaigns, handling all aspects of production
of newsletters and annual reports, and serving as liaison to regional schools, foundation boards, and parish based
Catholic schools. Submit resume by Feb. 11 to Jim Kelley, Office of Development at jkkelley@charlottediocese.org
or mail to 1123 South Church Street, Charlotte, NC 28203-4003.
THE SISTERS OF MERCY PRESENT A LENTEN INSPIRATION AND REFLECTION, AWAKENING THE DREAMER
SYMPOSIUM on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Sisters of Mercy Campus, Curtain Hall, 101
Mercy Drive, Belmont, NC. The symposium is presented by Sr. Rose Marie Tresp and Elaine Sipe. The goal of the
symposium is to bring forth an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just human presence on the
planet presented through inspiring media presentations, input and sharing. There is no charge, however, RSVP is
required by Feb. 4. To RSVP, contact Rita Brennan at Mercy1831@aol.com or 704-849-7077.
THE CHARLOTTE SPIRITUALITY CENTER AT THE ORATORY CENTER IN ROCK HILL presents Repair my Soul, O
Lord: A Day of Retreat for Veterans on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This retreat is a beginning on the
journey of faith, a day to start the healing process associated with moral injury after war. Through scripture, prayer, and
sharing, we can rediscover a connection with a community of faith and with God who loves unconditionally. Please
RSVP to retreat leader and spiritual director Linda Flynn at flynnlin7@aol.com or 704-776-3787.
YOUNG WIDOWED PERSON SUPPORT GROUP AT ST. GABRIEL CATHOLIC CHURCH We meet the second Tuesday of
the Month at 6 p.m. The next meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m. in the Ministry Center. This is for widows and
widowers who are around 55 years of age and younger. Loss of a spouse is one of the most traumatic losses you can
experience. Come and support each other. For more information, call Sr. Marie Frechette at 704-543-7677 x 1073.
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