Sunday, September 6, 2020 -- The 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

On the cover  Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Detail of Ceremonial Bronze Doors. Ulrich Henn, artist.
 
Labor day holiday The Cathedral will be closed all day on Monday, September 7 in observance of the holiday. There will be no 8:00am livestream Mass that morning.
 
Welcome back to public mass We are delighted to be able to offer three opportunities for weekend Mass: Saturday 5:30pm, and Sunday, 8:00am and 10:30am. Owing to restrictions on attendance during this time of pandemic, registration is required. Visit www.stjames-cathedral.org to register. We are currently looking for volunteers to help clean pews between services. Information, Caroline Okello, cokello@stjames-cathedral.org  or 206-382-4500.
 
HUNTHAUSEN GOLF TOURNAMENT Our annual tournament, scheduled for Monday, August 24, could not happen this year. The tournament typically raises more than $150,000 to support the Cathedral’s outreach ministries. Even though we could not have the event, the need for your support is still as urgent as ever! Visit the Cathedral website, www.stjames-cathedral.org to view a message from Father Ryan and an invitation to consider supporting the Cathedral Kitchen in a special way during this extraordinary year. And save the date for next year’s tournament, Monday, August 23, 2021!
 
season of creation 2020: “Jubilee for the Earth: New Rhythms, New Hope” The Season of Creation (celebrated 1 September to 4 October, the feast of St. Francis) is our time to reach out and ground ourselves in the celebratory nature of our Creator. During this period, we unite ourselves with Christians and the rest of our human family in one shared purpose: to awaken to the urgent need to heal our relationship with each other—and God's creation. This is a time to commit to end injustices enacted on both people and planet, and show the rest of the world what a restored and harmonious relationship with Creation can look like. Visit seasonofcreation.org for more information.
 
CENSUS 2020: Your Input Matters! It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete. It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services. Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government. To get started, go to https://my2020census.gov/.
 
Register to Vote at https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/voters/ if you are new to the area, have recently moved, need to update your mailing information, or will be 18 years old by November 3. Our United States bishops tells us: “We are called to bring together our principles and our political choices, our values and our votes, to help build a civilization of truth and love.”
 
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES DURING THE PANDEMIC Catholic Community Services/Catholic Housing Services (CCS/CHS) has asked the Cathedral to provide meals for their day centers and shelters. Hot casseroles and cold sandwiches are greatly appreciated. In addition, toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, soaps and shampoos, feminine hygiene products), canned ready-to-eat meals (ie soup or chili), cup of noodles, easy mac & cheese, K-cup coffee, cocoa and tea, individual servings of chips, crackers, granola bars and cereals have been requested. Deliver food to Cathedral Hall (803 Terry Ave.), Tuesdays, 9am to 11am. Information, Patrick Barredo, pbarredo@stjames-cathedral.org.
 
LABOR DAY Work is more than a way to make a living; it is a form of continuing participation in God’s creation. This Labor Day, reflect on the dignity of work and the rights of workers by visiting www.usccb.org/jphd to read the annual Labor Day statement from the U.S. Bishops. Celebrate Labor Day and the 50th anniversary of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)—that’s 50 years supporting initiatives that empower families, immigrants, new mothers, the elderly, and those experiencing poverty. Learn more about how you can celebrate the Power of CCHD: www.povertyusa.org/cchd50.
 
St. james cathedral on social media Be sure to follow the Cathedral on social media for up-to-date information about ongoing events in the life of the Cathedral! On Instagram: @stjamescathedral. On Facebook and Twitter: @stjamesseattle. Did you know the Cathedral has a podcast? Father Ryan’s homilies are available on iTunes. Just search “St. James Cathedral, Seattle” on Apple podcasts. And of course, you can always visit the Cathedral website at www.stjames-cathedral.org for up to date information on Cathedral happenings.
 
ARE YOU A REGISTERED PARISHIONER AT ST. JAMES? Many who attend St. James regularly and consider the Cathedral their parish have never officially registered. We strongly encourage you to register. Registered parishioners receive important mailings from the Cathedral, are able to celebrate their wedding at the Cathedral, and their children may attend any of the Catholic Rainbow Schools at parishioner rates (and become eligible for Cathedral scholarships). In addition, if you are a registered parishioner and use envelopes, or participate in our online giving program, we will mail you a quarterly report of your contributions to the parish. Register online at www.stjames-cathedral.org. If you are not sure whether or not you’re registered, call the Parish Office, 206-622-3559.
 
MUSICAL PRAYER IN THE CATHEDRAL is a series of half-hour concerts livestreamed every Friday at 6:30pm on vimeo.com/stjamescathedral and facebook.com/stjamesseattle. All Musical Prayer concert videos are archived at the Vimeo and Facebook pages, as well as on the Cathedral website.

CONGRATULATIONS AND GOD’S BLESSINGS of to the following children, baptized in the Cathedral the last couple of months: Hannah Michelle Trumble, Giulia Dantes Asuncion, Rudy Matthias Macaraeg Cueto, Lorenzo Wayne Hill, Juan Pablo Ianelli, and Olivia Maxine Miernowski. We welcome with joy these newest members of the family of faith!
 
KEEP YOUR BULLETIN Please take your bulletin home with you! During this time of Covid-19, bulletins are one-time use only.