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IMPORTANT NOTICES
JOINT STATEMENT OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF MISSISSIPPI AGAINST RACISM
2020 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY RECOGNITION APPLICATION
COVID-19 NOTICE
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: As we return to the Cathedral for public Masses, I would like to summarize the procedures we will follow during this time of Phase I, Covid-19 precautions. They are intended for everyone’s protection. The full set of directives can be read by clicking HERE.
• The obligation to attend Mass continues to be revoked. You are not required to attend Mass at this time.
• Only two entrances will be open: the front main doors and the handicapped ramp door.
• Please sanitize your hands when entering. Sanitizers are provided.
• Please wear a face mask while in church. Face masks are provided.
• Sit 6 feet apart. Pews are marked. Family members living together may sit together.
• Do not shake hands or hug at the Sign of Peace.
• Stay 6 feet apart in the Communion line. The aisles are marked.
• PLEASE RECEIVE COMMUNION IN THE HAND…NOT ON THE TONGUE.
• The Chalice is revoked. The Precious Blood will not be distributed.
All worship aids, such as missals and hymnals, have been removed from the Cathedral. Paper bulletins will not be distributed but are available online via the Cathedral’s website.
When exiting the Cathedral, please keep appropriate physical distance when returning to your car. Avoid group gathering before and after Mass.
Again, all of these measures are intended for the Common Good—the good of everyone—during this time of caution. Please know that I joyfully anticipate seeing you again.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Fr. DennisCLICK HERE TO READ THE BULLETIN FOR ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS!
NATIVITY B.V.M. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COVID-19
INFECTION PREVENTION PROTOCOL
AS IN ALL THINGS, WE TRUST IN GOD AND PRAY FOR YOUR CONTINUED SAFETY & GOOD HEALTH. PLEASE KEEP OUR CLERGY & COMMUNITY IN YOUR DAILY PRAYERS.
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 4:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- MonFri 6:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Saturday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Saturday: 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM
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Eucharistic Adoration
- Friday: 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM First Friday Adoration in Marian Chapel
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Welcome to the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral Parish! We hope you will join us for worship, fellowship, and the many special events we host and share throughout the year. Our Cathedral Parish has a rich history and we invite you to explore our website to learn more about our parish, our people, and our faith. If you are new to the area and would like to register as a parishioner, please Register online or download and complete the Registration Form found here and drop it by the Parish Office or place it in the mail to us today!
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PARISH HAPPENINGS
NATIVITY B.V.M. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VIRTUAL CARNIVAL FUNDRAISER
Our Annual Halloween Carnival will look a little different this year. For the safety of our #Saints, their families & our staff, the 62nd Annual Halloween Carnival will unfortunately not be open to the public. Instead, the Carnival will be held during the school day on Friday, October 30th for our students and staff to enjoy.
The Annual Halloween Carnival is our largest fundraiser. We will be hosting an online Silent Auction during the last two weeks of October as well as raffling off a Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere 55 duffle! Click here for your chance to win!
Take a few minute to peruse our Silent Auction and place your bids! There are many amazing items that can be yours for the taking!! The Auction ends on October 31st at 11:30 p.m. Click HERE to see what's available!
THE ANNIVERSARY MASS – NOVEMBER 22nd, 2020 AT THE 11:00 A.M. MASS
We’ve all adjusted our lives since the onset of COVID-19 and are doing things a lot differently than we ever did before. The Wedding Anniversary recognition is one such thing. We will not celebrate together at the Cathedral as usual, but, we definitely want to remember the special wedding anniversaries being celebrated in 2020. Couples will receive a certificate signed by Bishop Kihneman, a Renewal of Vows Ceremony that can be celebrated with family or friends and a commemorative program listing all the 2020 couples. Bishop Kihneman will also offer a Mass at the Cathedral for the celebrating couples. Forms are located in the back of the Cathedral or can be downloaded here.
Nativity B.V.M. Cathedral is in need of your assistance. Please prayerfully consider increasing your tithe to help in the rising costs of maintaining our beautiful Cathedral and the surrounding buildings God has entrusted to our care. Your sacrifice assists us not only in maintaining our Cathedral parish buildings, the monies you generously share with Nativity are critical to helping our rector, parish staff, and ministry leaders continue the work God has given to them. Please be as generous as you can. Thank you for your prayers and offerings! To begin online tithing or to make a one-time donation, please visit ONLINE GIVING.
FORMED
Our parish has invested in FORMED – that each of us might grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and in our desire to share our faith with others, especially those closest to us. FORMED is a fantastic website that has been called a “Catholic Netflix” with inspiring movies and video-based programs, audio presentations, and e-books from the Church's most compelling speakers and authors. It is our hope that you avail yourself of FORMED on a regular basis. If you have not created your login, it is very easy to do so! Please visit https://nativitybvmcathedral.formed.org. To learn more, feel free to view a brief descriptive video HERE!
BULLETIN
Please see the bulletin for information on all parish activities.
PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS CALENDAR
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 EX 22:20-26Responsorial Psalm PS 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51Reading 2 1 THES 1:5C-10Gospel MT 22:34-40
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MUSIC MINISTRY NOTES
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CATHEDRAL CHOIR—The Cathedral Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Music Balcony of the Cathedral. Any interested individuals who would like to consider or become a part of the Cathedral Choir are invited to contact Terry Maddox at 251-406-1454 or via email to terrydalemaddox@gmail.com. In keeping with the Diocesan "Illness Prevention Policy," choir practices are suspended until further notice.
“GLORIA IN EXCELSIS”—The Cathedral Choral Society rehearses on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Center. Any interested individuals who would like to join us are welcome! In keeping with the Diocesan "Illness Prevention Policy," choir practices are suspended until further notice.
Our monthly Cantor Schedule can be found on the Ministry Schedules page found by clicking HERE!
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