Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis

FAITH Alive in the Home, the Catholic family outreach ministry sponsored by the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is offering Coordinator/ Facilitator Training in a two-day on-line session to prepare parishioners as home visitors (faith facilitators) who support young parents as the first teachers of the faith for their children. DATES: 2 Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. -- February 27 and March 13 For more information and registration, email [email protected] or call 314-792-7612

The Association of Hebrew Catholics is hosting a new series of 18 lectures by Dr. Larry Feingold entitled: "Touched by Christ, The Sacramental Economy. " The lectures will generally take place on the 2nd and 4th Sundays in the afternoon, in the Gannon Room of the Cathedral Rectory, Saint Louis. Parking and entrance is on the west side of the Rectory which is on the west side of the Cathedral. Go to www.hebrewcatholic.net for additional information and the schedule. The first lecture, "Why Do We Need Sacraments" is on March 8 at 3 pm. If you are not able to attend one or more lectures, you may participate in live interactive video communications using the audio and video capabilities of your computer, tablet, or smart phone. This option requires you to go to www.hebrewcatholic.net to register. You may also contact us at [email protected] or 314-535-4242.

LET YOUR EYE SEE: EXPERIENCING THE DIVINE THROUGH SPIRITUAL ART Experience visio divina, a method of praying with sacred images, of allowing an image to be a window into God, a silent experience seeing what God sees. We are excited to provide opportunities for visio divina to include illuminations of the Saint John’s Bible at the Cathedral Basilica of St Louis. This session will explore two plates: "The Baptism of Jesus" and "Transfiguration." There is no cost to attend, but we ask that you RSVP by Friday, Feb 14. Please call (314) 965-3700 x103, or go to www.fsolph.org/events to sign up today!

On Sunday, January 20, 2019 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis at 2:30 p.m. (CT) the 43rd Annual Celebration: Archdiocesan Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice will be held. Archbishop Robert J. Carlson will be the celebrant, and Fr. Arthur J. Cavitt will be the homilist. A reception and awards ceremony will take place in Boland Hall following Mass for the 2019 MLK, Jr. Model of Justice Honorees. For additional information, please contact 314.367.7929.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 2019: This January marks 46 years since the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion. Join the St. Louis Respect Life community at 10 a.m. on January 26 at the Cathedral Basilica to pray for an end to abortion, healing and forgiveness for those involved in abortion, and an increased respect for all human life. The Mass collection will benefit LifeLine Coalition, a group of local social service agencies who help more than 10,000 people annually. Mass will be followed by a Rosary procession to Planned Parenthood and Benediction back at the Cathedral. Contact [email protected] or 314-792-7555.

Join young adults (19-39) throughout the archdiocese for this annual event on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019 to promote a greater respect for human life. We'll start with dinner and fellowship in Boland Hall at 6 p.m. followed by Adoration, the rosary, and an opportunity for Confession at the Cathedral at 7 p.m. Then we’ll return to Boland Hall for a dynamic pro-life speaker and dessert! Contact [email protected] or 314-792-7555 for details, or visit www.STLRespectLife.org.

Come join St. Louis Cathedral Concerts for 3 evenings. An Evening of Contemporary Gospel featuring the North City Deanery Choir, on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. The event is FREE and Open to the Public. An Evening of Sacred Music featuring Dello Thedford & The Gospel Symphonic Choir on Friday, January 25,2019 at 8:00 p.m. The event is FREE and Open to the Public. An Evening with American Spiritual Ensemble on Friday, February 1, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Ticket information online at cathedralconcerts.org.

Retreats provide the soul with renewed graces, certainly needed in today’s world, to keep us faithful and striving for sanctity. This year, treat yourself to a day away from the hustle and bustle and prepare for the God who waits for you. Join Archbishop Robert Carlson and the clergy and parishioners of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis for an Advent Day of Recollection on Saturday, December 8, 2018. The day begins at 9:30 a.m. with a special Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The first of two spiritual conferences led by Archbishop Carlson will begin at 10:30 a.m. Each conference will be followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The day will end with evening vespers at 4:30 p.m. and the celebration of Mass at 5:00 p.m. All conferences and prayer will be held in the Cathedral Basilica, with a hot lunch provided for all in Boland Hall. This special gathering is free to all (good will offerings to help offset the cost of lunch will be gratefully accepted). Though a free event, organizers request advance registration to properly prepare worship materials and set up for lunch. To register or for additional information, please contact Mary Ann Fox at 314-373-8208.

YOUNG ADULT PILGRIMAGE AND RETREAT... The Society of St. Vincent De Paul is hosting its first-ever nationwide young adult pilgrimage and retreat in St. Louis, from the evening of November 2 to the afternoon of November 4. The weekend will include: - Tours of the oldest continuous parish in the United States and the 83000 sq ft of mosaics in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis - Reflections and talks at St. Vincent De Paul Parish on the history of the Vincentian saints and the work of the Society - Mass at the Old Cathedral, the first cathedral west of the Mississippi - Holy hour and confessions - Socials on Friday and Saturday night The event is open to young adults from ages 18 - 40. Except for Sunday brunch, the event is FREE to participants (other than travel costs to the region). To find out more or receive a registration, please write Bryan Kirchoff at [email protected]