MASS SCHEDULE: St. Stephen Cathedral Monday-Friday: 7:00AM and 12:05PM Saturday: 9:00AM and 5:00PM Sunday: 7:00AM 9:00AM and 11:00AM Holy Days: 7:00AM and 12:05PM Blessed Sacrament Chapel (602 Sycamore St) Sunday: 10:00AM

Membership in Parish: We give a hearty welcome to all new families moving into our parish. Please register in the Office as soon as possible. Those who plan to move from our parish community are requested to inform us. Bulletin Material Deadline: Friday, 8:00AM, in writing, ten days in advance of publication. Deadline firm. Earlier deadline applies when holidays occur.

SACRAMENTS: Baptism: Baptisms are usually celebrated during one of the regularly scheduled Masses. Parents are encouraged to call the parish office before the birth of their child to make an appointment for instructions. Marriage: Couples wishing to share their lives with one another in sacramental Marriage are asked to call the Office for an appointment with one of the priests. We suggest the first appointment must be scheduled nine (9) months before the proposed date of marriage but ABSOLUTELY no later than six (6) months prior to the proposed marriage date. Reconciliation: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated communally two times a year, during Advent and Lent. Other opportunities for reconciliation are Saturdays from 9:30- 11:30AM and 4:00-5:00PM on the Thursday before First Friday, and by appointment.

Office/Rectory: 270-683-6525 Fax: 270-683-3621 Blessed Sacrament Chapel: 270-926-4741 Cathedral Preschool: 270-926-1652

Most Rev. William F. Medley, Diocese of Owensboro

Most Rev. John J. McRaith, Bishop Emeritus

610 Locust Street Owensboro, Kentucky 42301-2130

www.ststephencathedral.org www.facebook.com/StStephenCathedral

St. Stephen Cathedral

Mission Statement The Catholic Community of St. Stephen Cathedral serves as the Mother Church for the Diocese of Owensboro to welcome, evangelize and worship in the name of Jesus Christ.

APRIL 17, 2016 Fourth Sunday

of Easter World Day of

Prayer for Vocations

“I am the good shepherd, says the Lord; I know my sheep, and mine know me.” — John 10:14

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† PASTOR’S CORNER †

† LITURGICAL APPOINTMENTS for APRIL 23/24, 2016 † FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER ( C )

5:00PM VIGIL MASS

Altar Servers ............................ Clarie Augenstein, John Augenstein Lectors .. ...................................... Maire McCormick, Garry Pierce Minister Host. .................... Sheila Howard, Gene Lyon, Larry Lyon Minister Cup.. ........... Carmen Goetz, Sue Gough, Kathryn Warren, .............. ...................................................................... Scott Warren Minister Hospitality….............Gail Douglas, Bill Lanham, Thomas .............. .......... Murphy, Dottie Riney, Erin Walker, Janice Walker

7:00AM MASS

Altar Server ..................................................................... Luke Riney Lectors .. ..................................... . Rita Roberson, Eddy McFarland Minister Host. ........................... LaWanna Brand, Glenn Thompson Minister Cup .................................................. Lorraine McFarland Mininister Hospitality………........Bill McCarty, Norman Froehlich, ......... .... ............... OPEN, Dennis Weafer, Terry Wilkerson, OPEN

9:00AM MASS Altar Servers .......... Vincent Carrico, William Carrico, Leo Padgett Lectors . ............................................... Jim Duffy, Suzanne Padgett Minister Host ................. Donna Duffy, Ben Rhodes, Kelsey Rhodes Minister Cup ........................ Sr. Anthonia Asayoma, Barry Hearth, .............. ........................... Mary Helen Nash, Sr. Consolata Ojeheh Minister Hospitality….…Linda Beam, Amy Carrico, Matt Carrico, …………………………....…Bill Payne, Rosemary Payne, Todd Ray

11:00AM MASS Altar Servers ..................................... Elizabeth Yanez, Olivia Yanez Lectors . .................................. Haley Fitzgerald, Margaret Windle Minister Host .................. Jenny Likens, Felicity Polio, Debra Sikes Minister Cup ....................... Kathy Aull, Stephen Aull, Peggy Clark, …………………………………………………………………Mary Horn Minister Hospitality ......... Terry Brown, Anthony Higdon, Jim Ivey, ………………….Jason Lorenz, Janie Moseley, Ron Schwartzrauber

In Joy and Hope, Fr. Jerry

I. Habitat for Humanity Outreach: you will notice an envelope in your tithing packet for April to contribute to our local Habitat for Humanity in Owensboro. We will also have envelopes available in the pews later to take up a second collection in May. Our goal this fiscal year for our parish of Saint Stephen Cathedral is to contribute $3,000.00. If you would like to be part of our parish "hands-on" work, contact Mark Heinz mrheinz@gmail.com. A marvelous opportunity for us! II. Day of Prayer for Vocations: "What do you want to be when you grow up?" is a question we often hear. Perhaps a better question is, "What does God want you to be when you grow up?" Sunday, April 17th, we focus on praying for all vocations, but especially for vocations to priesthood and religious life; that those called will say a resounding “YES!” III. Medical Mission Trip: Dr. Phil and Mary Beth Hurley spent Spring Break in Haiti. They have asked for prayers for Fr. Rick Frechette, who is the Director of Saint Luc' Foundation in Haiti; returning from a funeral, Fr. Rick was in a serious motorcycle accident on April 5th. Phil Hurley accompanied Fr. Rick to a trauma hospital in Miami to recuperate. Mary Beth was able to be "part of caring for many Haitian people who received orthopedic surgery by a team of doctors and healthcare workers from the USA. The Haitian people are so grateful and I feel blessed to be a small part of helping them." I ask your prayers for those who care for the less fortunate, and for Fr. Rick Frechette. IV. Ministry to Divorced Persons: on Saturday, April 23rd, Bishop Medley will celebrate 9:00 a.m. Mass at Saint Stephen Cathedral for persons struggling with the darkness and pain of a failed marriage. The new Diocese program “Rebuilding After Divorce,” will host Catholic author, Rose Sweet, who will speak about the Churches teachings and sharing hope and a little humor. Join her at Sts. Joseph & Paul Parish, on Friday evening, April 22nd, at 6:30 p.m. Invite your friends and family! V. Miracles Do Happen! I'm not referring to the miracle of Fr. Suneesh choosing Villanova AND North Carolina in his bracket for the NCAA final game! Is that crazy or what? I'm talking about the fact that the annual priests moves and changes are out; Fr. Suneesh Mathew Kulathanapadikel was not transferred or moved! Miracles do happen! He will have to put up with me a while longer! I'm glad!

WHAT IS A VOCATION? “The word vocation means literally a calling, and a divine calling is a call from God. So why does God call us, and to what does He call us? He calls us to Himself, because He has made us for Him-self. This call to unite ourselves with God is necessarily a call to holiness, because God Himself is holy, and if we are to see Him face to face one day, we must be like Him (see 1 John 3: 2-3). . . Each of these paths, these callings from God, is also a divine vo-cation. Each vocation has its own special role to play in the Church, because we are called not just to become holy ourselves, but also to help others on their way home to God.” www.vianneyvocations.com

VOCATIONS BEGIN AT HOME! “The family that cultivates a missionary spirit in its life-style and in education itself prepares good soil for the

seed of the Divine call and, at the same time, strengthens the loving ties and Christian vir-tues of its members. The Chris-tian family, as the ‘domestic church’ forms the original and fundamental school for train-ing in the faith.” Pope Saint John Paul II

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR PARISH MEMBERS Parish Birthdays from April 17—April 23

Mary Ann Calhoun, Jamie Carrico, Tyler Carrico, Davis Connor, Kelci Drury, Matthew Frushour, Giana Fusco, Greg Hancock, Maggie Howard, Jill Johnson, Ross Leigh, Mills Logan, William Marold, Tony Moore, Richard Murphy, Maitlin Puckett, Michael Puckett, Andrew Rafferty, Andry Rakotoniaina, Moggie Riney, Jodi Rudkosky, Aleah Sanders, Kathi Skidd, Mayme Switzer, Michael Thies, Ruth Zackery

THIS WEEK’S WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

We are pleased to wish those couples celebrating their anniversary a very happy and blessed Anniversary.

April 17—Lewis and Dana Breeden, 12 years April 19—Mike and Jan Martin, 42 years April 21—Jerry and Theresa Daugherty, 26 years April 23—Richard and Sarah Grimsley, 33 years April 6—Pat and Pat Mulligan, 14 years*

(*names were previously spelled incorrectly)

FAITH FORMATION NEWS!

Christian Initiation We continue our prayers for our new-ly initiated members, the neophytes, as they grow in their understanding of the Mysteries of Faith. Please keep them in prayer. Perhaps you know someone who has expressed interest in you as a Catholic. Invite them to come and learn more about Catholicism. There is an open-door to all who are casually curious, seriously seek-ing or firmly committed to becoming Catholic. Now is an ex-cellent time to inquire. Our RCIA process is a year-round ex-perience. It does not have a beginning or ending date, like a school year calendar. RCIA meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the parish Media Center. On April 20th we continue the period of Mystagogy as the neophytes spend time reflecting on the many blessings of the Easter event in their lives and talk about “The Two Great Commandments.” Come share your faith and ex-plore Catholicism with us! For more information, contact Don-na Murphy, 270/852-8424, or donna.murphy@pastoral.org.

Prayer Shawl Ministry We have revived the St. Stephen Cathedral Prayer Shawl Ministry. This compassionate outreach in our community is open to anyone who can or is willing to learn to crochet, knit, weave or sew and would be willing to share

your talents and resources with those in need of comfort during an illness or loss. We will meet on the Third Wednesday of each month (this Wednesday, April 20th) at 3:00 pm and the First Tuesday of each month (May 3rd) at 10:00 am, in the Me-dia Center. You can also contribute to this ministry by provid-ing yarn. Contact Donna Murphy, 270/852-8424, or don-na.murphy@pastoral.org for specifics regarding yarn or for more information about this ministry.

Celebration of First Eucharist Ten younger members of our faith community are in the final stages of preparation for receiving their First Holy Communion on Sunday, April 24th at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Please remember them in your prayers!

May Procession and Coronation of Mary Our May procession will follow the 9:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, May 1st. Those who are not attending the 9:00 a.m. Mass can join us near the grotto at 10:00 a.m. For more information, contact Donna Murphy, donna.murphy@pastoral.org or 270/852-8424.

2016 Vacation Bible School A successful Vacation Bible School program depends on good volunteers. Volunteers are needed within the coming weeks to plan for this year’s Vacation Bible School. We will have a planning meeting on Tuesday, April 26th at 6:30 pm in the Me-dia Center. If you are interested in this fun, faith-filled week, please contact Donna Murphy, 270/852-8424.

Jubilee Year of Mercy

April 17, 2016 Fourth Sunday of Easter Good Shepherd Sunday: World Day of Prayer for Vocations This Sunday celebrates Jesus as “the Good Shepherd.” When announcing this Jubilee Year of Mercy, Pope Francis focused on Jesus’ “lost sheep” parable in Luke. “[Who] among you,” Jesus asks, “having a hundred sheep and los-ing one of them would not leave the ninety-nine in the de-sert and go after the lost one until he finds it?” (Luke 15:4). A reasonable answer? “No responsible shepherd who wants to keep the job!” Yet Jesus considers one lost person supremely important and suggests blaming the shepherd. The sheep didn’t “go astray,” the shepherd “lost” it. Thus, “when he does find it, he sets it on his shoulders with great joy” (15:5). That tender image of Jesus adorns the simple cross Pope Francis has always worn, the Good Shepherd gently carrying the lost sheep home on his shoulders. Dur-ing this Jubilee Year of Mercy, may we, who once were lost ourselves but now are found, join Jesus in seeking, finding, and gently carrying home at least one precious lamb. —Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

Please pray for our First Holy Communicants: Jacob Breeden, Grace Calhoun, Michael Calhoun, Reagan Engineer , Jaxson Farmer, Kennedy Payne, Max Knoop, Joseph Kurtz, Maya Montalvo, Cayden Roper.

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PRAYER FOR THE DECEASED Please pray for those who have recently died, especially Michael Kavolus. Please remember to pray, also, for those who are in the process of dying.

(Please call the office when there is a death in your family.)

Sick Friends/Relatives Marie Crum, sister of Sharlene Hatfield; Carol Flum, mother of Kathy Rasp; Jerry Hagan, brother of Sharlene Hatfield; Beulah Herrell, grandmother of Sarah Rice; Judy Johnson, sister of Claudine Blandford; Shirley Kelley, mother of Karen Tomes; James R. Lanham, brother of Bob Lanham; Brooke Mattingly, daughter of Jackie Mattingly; Larry Millay; P J. Miller; Sue/John Mudd, sister/brother-in-law of Sharlene Hatfield; Roger Lynn Simon, son of Iona Simon; David Tomes, brother of Randy Tomes; John Yates, brother of Mary Jo Yates; Rosa Maria Santos; Sharon Lindsey.

Names in bold are those currently in the hospital or have had sur-gery recently. Names will be ROTATED off these lists every SIX WEEKS unless a parishioner calls and extends the prayer request.

PRAY FOR OUR PARISHIONERS IN NURSING HOMES

Carmel Home-Mary C. Kelley, Mary O’Bryan, Nina Van Bussum, Millie Fell, Mary Osborne, Agatha Lindemann, Rose Cecil, Helen Miles, Margie Hill. Owensboro Center-Bettye Aull. Bishop Soen-neker-Cecil Barnett, Robert Danhauer, Freddie Payne, Betty Wimsatt.

Heritage Park—Jackie Jaskolski, Charles Sims. Hermitage Manor—Shirley Conkright. Rosedale–Ursula Coogan. One Park Place-Margaret Bonner, Kay Meisenhelder, Lottie Jeanene Bramlett, Mary Ann Calhoun. Fern Terrace-Bertha Horrell. Twin Rivers-Anne Ryan. Morning Pointe (Lexington)-Doris Schwartz.

LECTORS’ WORKGROUP On Sunday, April 24 at 2:00 p.m., Cathedral Lectors are invited to gather in church for a session to explore some of our Ordinary Time readings. During the ses-sion, we will experiment with our sound system and acoustics, and offer helpful suggestions to one anoth-er. The session should last for about an hour and a half. Come with the first or second reading from a Sunday in Ordinary Time prepared. For information, contact Mike Bogdan (270.852.8327 or mike.bogdan@pastoral.org).

“My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me”

This Sunday the Church recognizes the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is call-ing men to the priesthood to care for his flock, the Church. For more information or for help discerning your vocation, contact the Office of Vocations:

270-683-1545, jason.mcclure@pastoral.org, or www.owensborovocations.com.

ATTENTION, PARENTS

NOW ENROLLING! There is still time! For more information about our curriculum or to request a packet, call 270-926-1652 or visit us at 600 Locust Street.

Please Pray for all the Sick†

Fund Raiser for Blessed Sacrament Chapel Please join Blessed Sacrament Chapel parishioners for a fund-raising night at McDonald's on Parrish Ave. (near Moonlight Bar-B-Q). The date is Thursday, April 21st, and the time is 4:00-7:00PM. Blessed Sacrament would like to earmark funds to help spruce up the interior and exterior. Your support is greatly appreciated. Please let the cashier know!

“Mind Management” on May 3—Maple Mount The monthly Evening with an Ursuline dinner and presentation will take place on Tuesday, May 3. “Mind Management for Becoming a More Effective Human Being” will be led by Ursu-line Sister Vivian Bowles. This session stresses self-management for growth and accomplishment. We will learn basic affirmations that instill self-acceptance, pleasant personal-ities, spiritual growth, handling and communication of emo-tions, healthier thinking and motivation. The dinner and presen-tation is from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Mount Saint Joseph Confer-ence and Retreat Center. The cost is $20. Pre-registration is required by contacting Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org. For a list of all Evening dates and topics, visit www.ursulinesmsj.org.

Calling Young Adults ages 18-40!

Theology on Tap in the Diocese of Owensboro is back and will take place on April 25, May 2, May 9, and May 16 at Fetta Spe-cialty Pizza & Spirits on St. Ann Street, Owensboro. The event will last from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. and will include an opportunity to have dinner and so-cialize with other young adults in our area. Speakers include Bishop William F. Medley (April 25); Jessy Bennett, Elaine Robertson, Joe Bland and Drew Hardesty (May 2); Fr. Ken Geraci of the Fathers of Mercy (May 9); and Dr. Stuart Squires (May 16). No RSVP is necessary, but to learn more, email youngadult@pastoral.org or join Facebook group “Owensboro Catholic Young Adult Group.”

Ron Calvert Richard Clouse George Collignon Ruth Ann Cureton Linda Falloway Wilma Fenwick Dick/Chris Flaherty Carmen Goetz Ben Hartz Frank Hayden

Mary Houle Colene Jennings Josanna Lamastus Henry Luckett Máire McCormick Merici Millay Olivia Murphy Lucy Neal Bill Payne Wanda Payne

Donna Phelps Ed Pickett Chris Purk Melissa Rearden Jennifer Sexton Louise Thompson Isabella Wardrip Dwayne Wells Joan Wells Mel Windle

Coming Soon! Our Financial Figures will be returning! Thank you to all

those who continue to faithfully support our parish; whether with service or time or their treasure!

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The Week Ahead

SUNDAY, April 17— FOURTH SUNDAY of EASTER Good Shepherd Sunday World Day of Prayer for Vocations Masses at 7:00AM, 9:00AM, 11:00AM; PSS: IV Childcare, 9:00AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 9:00AM Faith Formation, 10:00AM, Pre-school, Office SPACE, 2:00PM, Community Center Owensboro Symphony Concert, 4:00PM, Church Youth Group, 6:00PM, Youth House

MONDAY, April 18—Easter Weekday Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: IV Rosary, 7:30AM

TUESDAY, April 19—Easter Weekday Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: IV Rosary, 7:30AM Hermitage Mass, 10:00AM

WEDNESDAY, April 20—Easter Weekday Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: IV Rosary, 7:30AM Prayer Shawl Ministry, 3:00PM, Media Center Choir Practice, Church, 6:00PM RCIA, Media Center, 6:00PM

THURSDAY, April 21—Easter Weekday Saint Anselm, Bishop/Doctor of the Church Daily Mass at 7:00AM and 12:05PM; PSS: IV Rosary, 7:30AM Sunday Scripture Sharing, Office, 10:30AM Rosary Makers, 10:30AM, Media Center Koinonia Retreat/Prayer and Share, 6:00PM, Community Ctr. Sunday Scripture Sharing, Media Center, 7:00PM

FRIDAY, April 22—Easter Weekday Daily Mass at 7:00AM & 12:05PM; PSS: IV Rosary, 7:30AM

SATURDAY, April 23—Easter Weekday St. George, Martyr; St. Adalbert, Bishop/Martyr FIRST COMMUNION PRAYER DAY, 8:00AM-12:00noon, Community Center Daily Mass at 9:00AM; “Rebuilding After Divorce,” Celebrant will be Bishop Medley; Pss: IV Rosary at 8:30AM Confessions, Church, 9:30-11:30AM Evening Mass for Sunday, Church, 5:00PM; PSS: I

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SUNDAY, April 24— FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Masses at 7:00AM, 9:00AM, 11:00AM; PSS: I Childcare, 9:00AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word, 9:00AM Faith Formation, 10:00AM, Pre-school, Office FIRST HOLY COMMUNION, 11:00AM, Church

7:00AM Mon Harold Ward † Tues Robert Englert † Wed Paul Thompson † Thu Sarah & Edwin Davis †† Fri John Zambrano †

12:05PM Michael Kavolus † Nathan Reffitt Eva Birkhead †

Ken & Rita Thomas †† Luke Reffitt

Sat 9:00AM James “Pat Johnson †

Sunday, April 24

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Acts 11:1-18; Ps 42:2-3; 43:3, 4; Jn 10:11-18 Tuesday: Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:1b-7; Jn 10:22-30 Wednesday: Acts 12:24 — 13:5a; Ps 67:2-3, 5-6, 8; Jn 12:44-50 Thursday: Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27; Jn 13:16-20 Friday: Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11ab; Jn 14:1-6 Saturday: Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 14:7-14 Sunday: Acts 14:21-27; Ps 145:8-13; Rv 21:1-5a; Jn 13:31-33a, 34-35

Owensboro Catholic Schools (OCS) Registration Are you afraid you’ve missed it?!?!? Well, you have-n’t! Registration is ongoing. Contact Keith at 270-686-8896 or visit our website – owensborocatholic.org The deadline for Round 3 of need-based tuition assistance is May 13th.

+Owensboro Catholic Schools –Faith In Education+

THE SHEPHERD’S FLOCK In Christian art, the earliest depictions of Jesus Christ were not of his crucifixion or of his resurrection. The first known renderings of Jesus show him as the Good Shep-herd, the image put before us in today’s readings. In the Gospel passage Jesus reveals that he is the shepherd and his followers are his “flock.” In the first and second readings, we are told more about the flock. The passage from Acts assures us that both Jews and Gentiles are called to follow Jesus. It is faith, not birthright, that makes us part of the company of believers. In the passage from the book of Revelation we learn that the flock that follows this Lamb of God will also be washed in his blood. They will endure a time of trial before they enjoy eternal life. Be assured of the promise, we are told, but know there is a price to be paid. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Mass Intentions for the Week

“Stewardship is a disciple’s response ” In giving of your time, talent, and treasure: “For they have all contributed from their surplus wealth, but she from her poverty has contributed all she had, her whole livelihood.” Mark 12:44

Sat 5:00PM Sun 7:00AM

9:00AM 11:00AM

Margaret Stecher † Charlotte Oberst † People of St. Stephen Danissa Mudd Lewis †

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Forming Good Stewards Good stewards are formed by other good stewards!

“The Father and I are one.” After comparing his disciples to sheep who know the voice of their shepherd and saying that they know his voice and he knows them, Jesus assures those who follow Him that they will have eternal life. He then adds that “The Father and I are one.” Today’s passage can only be understood when read in the con-text of the whole of Chapter 10 of John’s Gospel. Jesus uses many images of the care and concern of the shepherd for the sheep, and the total dependence of the sheep on their shepherd. They were images the disciples were very familiar with because herds of sheep with their shepherds were everywhere. In fact, they are still very common in the Holy Land today. But the message of Jesus in Chapter 10 of St. John’s Gospel is: If you believe in me, if you do as I do and imitate my care and concern and love for you, by loving one another, then my Spirit is in you. If my Spirit is in you, then you and I are one, just as the Father and I are one. Is not union with God, Father, Son and Spirit, what we are all seeking?

I am very proud of all our wonderful youth who came last Sunday for the service project with the local Habitat for Humanity. They painted, planted, and did other yard work. Even though it was raining, they were glad to serve. Thanks to Mark Heinz for giving us this opportunity to work with Habitat. Thanks to Dcn. Dirck Curry and Bren-da Clark for driving the kids and for their supervision. Thanks to Chrissy and John Kurtz for providing pizza and vegetables for the youth group. All the youth will gather this Sunday, the 17th, at 6:00 p.m. at Youth House. Bring a friend with you! God bless you all. Fr. Suneesh

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ARTS at the CATHEDRAL – OSO TODAY! The Concert begins at 4:00PM.

The Owensboro Symphony Orchestra will return for the Cathedral portion of their “Stained Glass Series” of local concerts. There is no charge to attend. However, the cost of this event is $6,000. Donations are most welcome. Please make your check to St. Stephen Cathedral with “Arts” written on the memo line.

Annual Black Catholic Gathering The Annual Black Catholic Spring Gathering will be held at Christ the King Church Hall in Madisonville, on Saturday, April 30th, from 10:00AM until 3:00 PM. Everyone is wel-come to this celebration. Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served. Please join us and bring a friend. Ethnic attire is encouraged. Registration for the June 9-12 Interregional African American Catholic Evangelization Conference will be held at this gathering. Please call the office of Black Catho-lic Ministry office at (270) 683-1545, for more information.

World Day of Prayer for Vocations April 17, 2016

Please join the faithful throughout the entire world as prayers are raised for

ALL those who have been called to the Priesthood or called to the Religious

Life—let us pray that they will joyfully say “Yes” to the call of the

Good Shepherd!

Daughters of Isabella ♠ ♣ Card Party/Bunco/Raffle Party ♥ ♦

at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, on Thursday, April 21, 2016 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. $7.00 includes lunch. Bring your group for cards or join others for a fun game of Bunco. For additional information, contact Sheila Thomson, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Circle, Daughters of Isabella 270/683-2397.

Rebuilding After Divorce April 22, 2016 - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Sts. Joseph and Paul Parish Are you going through a divorce or declaration of inva-lidity or wondering what you need to do? Do you have questions about a past divorce? Do you have grown children who are divorced? Anyone with questions like these are encouraged to come and hear the truth and beauty of the Church's teachings. Catholic author, Rose Sweet, will bring hope and a little humor to the evening while dispelling some myths. Registration is FREE! P l e a s e R S V P o n l i n e : h t t p s : / /ascension.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/19714 or by phone to 317-603-6199. Event sponsored by the Diocesan Offices of Family Life and Tribunal.

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Pastor (Rector) ......................... Fr. Jerry Riney (jerry.riney@pastoral.org) Associate Pastor . Fr.Suneesh Mathew,HGN(suneesh.mathew@pastoral.org) Permanent Deacon ....... Dr. Dirck Curry, D.O. (dirck.curry3@gmail.com) Director/Faith Formation. .... Donna Murphy (donna.murphy@pastoral.org) Business Manager .......... Eddy McFarland (eddy.mcfarland@pastoral.org) Pastoral Associate(Blessed Sacrament Chapel)Sr. Jeannette Fennewald

Director of Music ........................ James Wells (james.wells@pastoral.org) Director of Liturgy ............ Michael Bogdan (mike.bogdan@pastoral.org) Cathedral Preschool ................... Pam Weafer (pam.weafer@pastoral.org) Administrative Assistant..…...….Beni Howell (beni.howell@pastoral.org) Director of Buildings/Grounds….….Jeff Payne (jeff.payne@pastoral.org) ……………………………………...…...pa@blessedsacramentchapel.org

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† PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL †

† PARISH MINISTRIES and ORGANIZATIONS † Worship Committee Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Ministers of Hospitality Altar Servers Gift Bearers Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound Children’s Liturgy Vocation Prayer Altar Society Music Ministries Art/Environment Christian Initiation Faith Formation *Children *Adults Youth Group Catholic Young Adults Men’s Group Sunday Scripture Sharing Sponsor Couples School Board Rep

LITURGY and WORSHIP

Michael Bogdan Eddie O’Bryan Rosemary Payne Fr. Suneesh Mathew Mary Beth Hurley Michael Bogdan Margaret Mills James Wells Michael Bogdan

EDUCATION

Donna Murphy Donna Murphy Haley Fitzgerald Fr. Suneesh Mathew Robin Tomes Randy Clemens Tom and Amy Payne Ken Heichelbech Fr. Jerry Riney John Wright

270-852-8327 270-240-4087 270-683-7134 270-683-6525 270-684-5211 270-852-8327 270-683-6525 270-683-6525

270-683-6525 270-683-6525 270-993-1111 270-683-6525 270-683-1545 270-686-7739 270-685-2391 270-683-6525 270-685-2550

K-3 Campus …… 270-684-7583 Middle School …….270-683-0480 4-6 Campus ……270-683-6989 High School ………270-684-3215

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† FROM THE EDITOR †

Bulletin announcements must be submitted in writing by 8:00AM FRIDAY to beni.howell@pastoral.org. These announcements will be for the bulletin which will be printed the following Monday. Deadline is firm. Use of graphics/color at discretion of editor. Articles over 150 words must be submitted as copy-ready. Flyers need prior approval and are published only with pastor’s permission.

Christy Ellis, Chair ...................... 270-314-8892 Mark Heinz, Vice-Chair ............. 270-315-1405 Margie Ebelhar, Secretary ........... 270-926-4481 Ronald Bornander(Buildings/Gr) 270-925-4406

Teresa Brown(Com/Family Enr) . 270-925-3039 John Calhoun(Lit/Worship) ......... 270-316-9102 Haley Fitzgerald(Education) ....... 270-993-1111 Mark Heinz(Social Concerns) ..... 270-315-1405

Bo Ivey(Communications) ........ 270-314-5421 John McNulty(Steward/R&R) ... 270-570-7500 Lottie Miller(Finance) ............... 270-316-3274

Social Concerns Cmt St. Vincent de Paul St. Benedict’s Shelter Stephen Ministry Habitat for Humanity

Parish Health Group Parish Newsletter “ Parish Photographer “ “ Parish Outreach/Cards Funeral Meal Support “ “ Bereavement Support Welcoming Comm.

Finance Committee Marketing/Hospitality Buildings/Grounds

SOCIAL CONCERNS

Joe Abel Harry Bellew Cindy Bornander Joan Perry Mark Heinz

COMMUNITY/FAM ENRICHMENT

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† CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL †

† MINISTRY to the SICK †

Hospital/Nursing Home...Please notify the Parish Office upon admis-sion of a family member into any hospital or nursing home. Anointing of the Sick...Any parishioner who is ill may request the anointing by calling the Office. Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally every six months. Communion...Any homebound parishioner wishing to receive Com-munion is asked to call the Parish Office at 683-6525.

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