NOVEMBER 8^TH, 2009

THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Parish Web Site- www.superiorcathedral.org

Superior Diocese Web Site- www.catholicdos.org

In the event of an Emergency after Business Hours

Call Fr. Andrew at 715-392-8511.

MASS INTENTIONS

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Patricia Bouvine-M

- Mr. & Mrs. Richard Campbell

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Robert Schulz-M

- His Friends

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Bill & Dawn Gannon-M

- Estate

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Ray Biver-AM

- Jean Biver

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Kitty Thompson-M

- Rita LaVenture & Family

WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2009

4:30 P.M. – Pat Aschenbauer-AM

- Mary Eskolin

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2009

8:30 A.M. – Spiritual & Temporal Welfare of

Cathedral Parishioners

10:30 A.M. – Austin & Margaret Grover-M

- Estate

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SANCTUARY CANDLE for the week of November 8^th:

Will burn In Memory of Virginia Talley

By Mom & Family

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In Loving Memory of…Lucille LaGesse. May she be granted eternal rest and may the Lord’s peace and comfort be with her family and loved ones.

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VOCATIONS…The widow in today’s Gospel experienced a miracle of trust. Trust the Lord; then watch for the miracle of plenty in your life. (Mark 12: 38-44)

Readings for the Week of November 8^th:

Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:10-16 / Heb 9:24-28 / Mk 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Monday: Ez 47: 1-2,8-9,12 / 1 Cor 3: 9c-11,16-17 /

Jn 2: 13-22

Tuesday: Wis 2:23---3: 9 / Lk 17: 7-10

Wednesday: Wis 6: 1-11 / Lk 17: 11-19

Thursday: Wis 7: 22b…8: 1 / Lk 17: 20-25

Friday: Wis 13: 1-9 / Lk 17: 26-37

Saturday: Wis 18: 14-16; 19: 6-9 / Lk 18: 1-8

Next Sunday: Dn 12: 1-3 / Heb 10: 11-14,18 / Mk 13: 24-32

CATHEDRAL CHURCH CALENDAR

Thurs. Nov. 12 – 9:30-11:00 AM & 6:30-8:00 PM Bible Study KH

Sat/Sun. Nov. 14/15 – Food Collection

Sun. Nov. 15 – Coffee & Rolls after 8:30 & 10:30 Masses.

Tues. Nov. 17 – 5:00 PM Buildings & Grounds Meeting

6:00 PM Finance Committee Meeting

7:00 PM Parish Council Meeting

MINISTRIES

PRAYER MINISTRY- There are people in the parish willing to share your needs and prayers. Please call 392-3083 if you or a loved one is in need.

LITURGICAL ROLES for Nov. 14^th & 15^th

MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION:

4:30 Bob Kresky, Pat Schmolke, Joni Tauzell

8:30 Lenora DePyper, Louise Pope, Irena Raihala

10:30 Lucy Bishop, Jennifer Jubenville, Jewell Rankila

READERS: ATTENTION READER

4:30 Tom Unterberger The new Lector Workbooks

8:30 Tom Markee for Year C are in the Priest

10:30 Patti Davy Sacristy. Please cross your

name off the list when you pick

up your book. Thank you!

SERVERS: CANTORS:

4:30 Levi & Seth Felton Marcia, Deb & Dar

8:30 Jay Wojciechowski Mary Pearson

10:30 Need One Renee Birman

USHERS:

4:30 Joe Mackiewicz (Lead)

Sherry Mackiewicz

Terry Mikel

Lenny Rouse

8:30 Bob Ahlborg (Lead)

Jim Bleskan

Stan Semborski

Tom Tracy

10:30 Bob Bennett (Lead)

Emil Osacho

Kent Phillips

Max Phillips

GREETERS:

4:30 Penny Johnson (SW)

Terry Mikel (SE)

(MW)

Shirley O’Hara (MC)

(ME)

8:30 Doris Magdzas (SW)

Betty Peterson (SE)

Don Ford (MW)

Linda Ford (MC)

(ME)

10:30 Doris Mace & Betty Stilwell (SW)

Dick & Cynthia Berthiaume (SE)

Michael King (MW)

Bonnie King (MC)

Denise Osterholm (ME)

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

Both widows in today’s readings gave all they had to the work of the Lord, one using all her remaining food to feed Elijah and the other offering her two copper coins to the temple treasury. Faithful stewards give all that is asked and trust the Lord to be faithful to His promises.

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FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS: For Oct. 31 & Nov. 1… 156 Envelope Users (199 last week) contributed $ 6,208.00 in the Regular Collection, $ 909.60 in the Loose Collection, $ 2,170.00 in the All Saints Collection & $ 13.46 in the Teen/Children’s Collection. Thank you!

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

DIOCESAN SERVICES APPEAL

Thank you for filling out a Diocesan Services Appeal Envelope. Thus far 228 parishioners have turned in their DSA envelope. For those who did not fill one out, please do so before you leave Mass today. No gift is too small, and our parish is trying to reach 100% participation. Our parish “fair share” goal for this year is $32,000.

WEEKLY MEDITATION

NOVEMBER 8^TH, 2009

32^nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

"Giving all that we have"
    In my short life thus far, I have yet to sacrifice out of my basic needs.  Growing up in Cumberland, my family always had plenty to eat with a good roof over our heads.  We were always properly clothed for all types of weather and comfortable. 
    I have never been called upon to risk my life in war; I have not yet experienced great physical or emotional suffering; and I know from my travels that I have been blessed in a multitude of material ways that other people have never received.
    Simply put, I recognize that my life has been sheltered and protected in ways that millions of people (or rather billions) have never known.  Sacrifice for me has meant sacrifice out of my ample abundance - I still have to learn what it's like to give out of my need.

    The readings this week paint a different view.

    There are two stories in the Scriptures today that speak of a faith that trusts entirely in God.  In both situations we see where the person in question gives, not out of their abundant excess, but out of their most basic survival - be it food or money.
    The reading from 1st Kings shows a widow who literally gives her last bite of food away to a stranger, even in the presence of her starving child.  Trusting in the words of Elijah, she puts her faith in God and finds herself fed for a year.
    The Gospel reading from Mark reveals Jesus explaining how a poor widow has given more by her two coins than all the other wealthy people combined.  Her gift of pennies is worth more in the sight of the angels than any gift of gold or silver.
    What's at stake here is the complete and radical trust that God will provide.  These two widows had NOTHING else to rely on; they gave all they had and put themselves in the hands of God.  For this reason their gift is valued beyond price.

    Such trust reminds me just how far I still have to go in my own journey of faith.  Having never been tested at extremes, I pray that my own life will grow as I follow Christ. 
    For many of us, especially in America, these readings are brutal.  They will test just how far we see our faith in the face of a tempting, material world.

    Fr. Glen Baptiste, C.R. will be with you this weekend while I am away on pilgrimage in Ireland.  Fr. Baptiste will speak about Food for the Poor, and I know that you will show him the warmth of a Cathedral welcome.

Fr. Andrew Ricci

Question for Children: What part of your own possessions are you called to share?

Question for Youth: When you think of your own life, do you consider yourself rich or poor? How do you spend your money? Is there anything you should be doing differently?

Question for Adults: When do you know that you have given away enough?

GENERATIONS OF FAITH

A BIG THANK YOU

To everyone who made our festival

PRAYING WITH THE SAINTS

such a great opportunity for us to laugh, learn, eat, pray and play together

Special thanks to

Our photographers Shelly Manion and Robert Gale who provided photographs from the last festival and the Welsh Family for creating an awesome bulletin board - CHECK IT OUT!

Our drama group for portraying our saints and wannabe saints with such gusto

Deb Koralia for painting crosses when she was ill!

Our catechists for teaching our children about how sacred they are and how to protect themselves from those who would do them harm

Everyone who participated in our youth mass (readers, ushers, altar servers, musicians and our guest pianist RaeAnn Hamlin)

Our youth for running games in the school gym for our children

(Congratulations Bruce Brown and Isaac Moder for the best pumpkins!)

And to all of you who helped in any way and who joined us in celebration of our saints!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE NEXT FESTIVAL

DECEMBER 6^TH AND 7^TH

ADVENT PRAYER

CONFIRMATION

Next Confirmation Class

Wednesday, November 18^th

7:30-9:00 PM

TONS

TODAY, Sunday, November 8^th – 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in Kress Hall – we will be making Christmas gifts for our shut-ins.

Also, if you have not ordered your new TON T-Shirt, tonight is the night to do so.

LOOKING AHEAD…

Saturday, November 14^th – Meet at Superior City Park (next to the Library) at 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. to help raise money for the homeless. (If you want to help make signs, meet in Kress Hall at 11:00 a.m.)

Sunday, November 15^th - 5:00 – 6:30 P.M.– Meet in Kress Hall to plan Game Night to be held on December 18^th!

God Bless –

Mary Jo & Diann

NCYC-NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONFERENCE

Please pray for Stephanie, Christina, Anne, Amara, Diann, Vickie, Sandy, Lynn, and Mary Jo who will be attending the Youth Conference in November 19-21.

CHEESEBALLS ARE GOING FAST!! Same Great Taste – Same Low Price of $6.00. Do you have yours yet? Available at the parish office beginning Monday, Oct. 19^th between the hours of 1:30– 4:00 PM.

CATHEDRAL NEWS

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

WE NEED YOUR HELP SORTING CLOTHING!

Due to a tremendous outpouring of donations we have planned a clothes sorting day on Wednesday, November 11^th from 2pm – 5pm and from 6pm – 8pm. Join us for as much time as you are able!

Everyone is invited to join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, November 10^th at 6:30pm at the Catholic Charities Building, 1416 Cumming Ave. 394-6617

KISA MISSION PROGRAM

This Kisa Mission Group will present a program about the June, 2009 trip to Tanzania, East Africa. This will take place at Cathedral Church on November 15^th at 9:30 a.m. in Kress Hall.

Five different parishes in the area were represented in

this trip including Bob Kresky, Mary Lou Reger from Cathedral. The 13 member team worked in a school, a medical center, did painting and worshipped with the people.

Please join us on November 15^th for refreshments and to learn more.

RCIA

RCIA for the City of Superior

Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic tradition?

Perhaps you are searching quietly and need some answers.

Get the answers to your questions about the Catholic faith.

COME JOIN US at Holy Assumption Parish (5601 Tower Avenue this Sunday, November 11^th at 7:00 p.m. Our session will focus on the meaning of sacraments and liturgy.

For more information contact the parish office or Dick or Judy Lyons (888-820-8963) coordinators for the RCiA process.

CATHEDRAL SCHOOL NEWS

* Veterans Day program will be on Wednesday, November 11^th put it on your calendar!

* Grandparents day will be coming up on Wednesday, November 18^th.

* School Conferences will be coming up starting on Wednesday, November 11^th and Thursday, November 12^th.

* We will have no school on Friday, November 13^th.

Also no school on Wednesday, November 25^th through Friday, November 27^th. We will be on Thanksgiving Break!

*To date we have collected over 9000 pounds of glossy paper since we started the program last year! This is almost $1,000 to the school! Keep saving and collecting. It is really paying off!!!

*Do you have any BoxTops lying around at home?

Please bring what you have to Room 203 as soon as you can. Thank you!

SCRIP NEWS!!

*If you eat fast food, remember that we have: A&W, Arby’s, Burger King, Cold Stone Creamery, Culver’s, Dominos, Little Caeser’s, McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Subway, Erberts & Gerbert’s, and Starbuck’s. If sit down dining is more your style, we also have scrip for you!

*For those of you that can’t decide on what gift cards you may need, we have the perfect solution for you! We have $100.00 Visa gift cards you can use anywhere!

COMMUNITY NEWS

SUNDAY BREAKFAST at HOLY ASSUMPTION PARISH

There will be Sunday Breakfast at Holy Assumption, (5601 Tower Ave.), sponsored by K.C.’s Council 7106, starting Sunday, November 8^th from 9 AM – Noon. The menu will consist of eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, French toast, pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost is $6.00 for adults and $4.00 for children under 10.

SPAGHETTI BENEFIT

There will be a Spaghetti Benefit and Raffle for Karla & Jim Hanson. Karla is a transplant recipient; Jim is a leukemia patient. The benefit will take place on November 12, 2009, from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Concordia Lutheran Church, 1708 John Avenue, Superior, WI. Adults: $9.00; 6-12, $5.00; under 5 free. Take-outs available.

NIGHT WITHOUT A HOME

Join our entire community in solidarity with the homeless November 14 – 15 Noon to Noon at City Park (Superior Public Library). Members of our community will be sleeping out overnight. You can drop off nonperishable food items, warm clothing, blankets, and useable furniture for those in need in our community. Cash donations are also welcome. This event benefits the Harbor Houses, Solid Rock and CASDA shelters and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

USO CANTEEN SHOW

The Douglas County Historical Society invites you to their USO Canteen Show on Saturday, November 14^th at the Douglas County Society Building, 1101 John Avenue – two shows, 2:00 & 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 15^th at 2:00 p.m. 1943 Radio Show, Color Guard, Comedians, Dancers, Singers and Northland Youth Music Group, 16 piece band. Snack-bar includes donuts, coffee, coca cola and sandwiches. General Seating – Advance tickets $10.00 per person. Call 392-8449 or email dchs@douglashistory.org or visit DCHS, 1101 John Avenue, Tuesday – Thursday from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

ADVENT RETREAT

The Wonder of Advent: Listening to Hope’s Whisperings

In this season of expectant longing and anticipation, we are invited to listen to hope’s whisperings deep with our lives. We will explore ways of developing an active attitude, a waiting posture of listening so that we can awaken and recognize these glimmers of hope in our ordinary life experiences. We will consider ways to sustain this mystery of hope within us so that we may bring the light of hope to others and to the world.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

9:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

St. Scholastica Monastery, 1001 Kenwood, Duluth, MN.

Lunch included, Freewill offering

Pre-register by Wed. November 18^th: 218-723-6555, jaweber@css.edu

Facilitator: Mary Josephine Torborg, OSB, PhD

Associate Professor of Theology and Religious

The Twin Ports’ Community

The College of St. Scholastica

And area volunteers cordially invite you to join the

20^TH ANNUAL

THANKSGIVING BUFFET

Thanksgiving Day

Thursday, November 26^th

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

At the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

Free transportation will be provided by the DTA in Superior and Duluth throughout the day. Check signs for transportation at the following locations:

*Check pickup sites for bus schedule*

Duluth Superior

Damiano Center Peter Rich Center

Chum Drop-In Center Royalton Manor

YWCA Clifford Lund Apts.

Harbor View Apts. Solid Rock Mission

Tri-Towers Apts. 14^th and Tower

Morgan Park Phoenix Villa

Continuous bus transportation will be available throughout the day from 24^th Avenue East to 5^th Avenue West.

Homebound Persons

Call 723-6484 by Nov. 23^rd to request meal delivery.

RESPECT LIFE OFFICE ESSAY CONTEST

DIOCESE OF SUPERIOR

THEME: EVERY CHILD BRINGS US GOD’S SMILE

What: In 250 to 300 words, write an essay

explaining what the theme, “Every Child

Brings Us God’s Smile”, means to you.

What can you do to help other people

understand that children are gifts from

God?

REQUIREMENTS: Entries must have:

Contestant’s name, grade, school name, home address,

home phone number, parish, school/religious education

program, teacher’s name.

When: Essays must be postmarked by Monday

December 21, 2009.

Who: Grades 5-8 & Grades 9-12;

Prizes awarded in both categories.

1^st place: $25; 2nd place $15; 3rd place $10

Where: Send essays to: Jo Cizek

Respect Life Office

810 Wapogasset Lake Lane Road

Amery, WI 54001

Questions: Contact Jo Cizek 715-268-2496 or jcizek@amerytel.net.