Christmas Liturgy Schedule
(All Masses in the Church)

Christmas Eve, December 24: 4:15 PM & 10 PM Mass with Bishop Schlert (Choir starts at 9:30 PM)
Christmas Morning, December 25: 7:30 & 9:30 AM Mass
Close of Holy Year of Hope: Sunday, December 28, Feast of the Holy Family: The observance of the Holy Year will conclude with a special gathering of faithful from throughout the diocese at Cathedral.
- 2 PM: A special presentation of Vivaldi's Gloria by the Cathedral Choir, which will be interspersed with a "Narrative Tour" of the church. This "Narrative Tour" will include descriptions of the Cathedral's artwork and architectural appointments in light of diocesan history.
- 2—3 PM: Confessions will be available in English and Spanish.
- 3 PM: Mass celebrated by Bishop Schlert and diocesan clergy
- Our diocesan observance of the Holy Year of Hope began on this same Feast of the Holy Family last year. We conclude on this same feast as we invoke the prayers and inspiration of the Holy Family of Nazareth.
Solemnity of Mary Masses: January 31 at 4:15 PM and January 1 at 9:30 AM.

Christmas & Holiday 50-50 Ticket

A great GIFT & CARD and STOCKING STUFFER! Enclosed are FIVE 50-50 tickets. Donation is $5 per ticket. More winners this year! 50% to Parish Capital Improvements Fund & 50% to 8 Winners to be awarded accordingly: 1st Prize—30% of winning share; Prizes 2 through 8 will win 10% of the winning share. Proceeds to benefit the new organ fund. Tickets will be available through December and into the new year, with the drawing on MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026.

Start selling tickets at your Thanksgiving celebrations and throughout the coming Christmas season. Your support is appreciated. Additional tickets are available at the parish office. Ticket printing courtesy of Robert Weir Funeral Home.

It's Almost Christmas Weekend at Cathedral

Saturday, Nov. 22 (10 AM—6 PM) and Sunday, Nov. 23 (8:30 AM—1 PM)

Sign up to donate baked goods/theme baskets: bit.ly/2024IACdonations
Sign up to volunteer: bit.ly/2024IACvolunteers
Sign up to help with Food Sales: https://tinyurl.com/iacfoodvols
Special Silent Auction Item: An original artwork piece by Dana Van Horn, was created especially for this auction. Mr. Van Horn is the artist of the murals in the Cathedral sanctuary. This new work features a replication of one of the scenes of the murals in which St. Catharine is encouraging and directing the Pope to return to Rome away from the Avignon location. This unique work is indeed of great value by this well-renowned artist. Even art collectors would be very much interested in such an art piece. The work will be on display and available for bids at the Almost Christmas event. Other silent auction items will include vintage collectables, celestial paperweights, trains, and more.
Theme Baskets and Crafters will also be available at the event.
Christmas Decorations Needed: Do you have new or gently used holiday decorations you no longer want? The choirs are looking for donations to sell at the bazaar. Items could include Nativity Sets, Hallmark Ornaments, Nutcrackers, Christmas China and Porcelain, Holiday Serving Pieces, Trains, Christmas Antiques and Collectibles. (Please, NO books, light sets, holiday linens, tree skirts or Christmas trees.) Donations can be dropped between 3:30 and 5:30 on Nov 19, 20 and 21 at the elevator entrance. Volunteers will assist. All proceeds to benefit the new organ fund. If you have any questions on the Choir Corner decorations, please call Lee Ann Baumer at 610-392-1127.
>Food: Don't forget the Food, Glorious Food! We will have our homemade pierogies, halushki, hamburger barbecue, sausage sandwiches, egg rolls, breakfast sandwiches, and other delicious items.
Please join us throughout Saturday and after the weekend Masses. This is the Women's Alliance's biggest fundraiser of the year and your support is needed for success!

It's Almost Christmas! Silent Auction 2025

Weather Cancellations

Please note that if SJV Regional School is not in session or if there is an early dismissal due to inclement weather, there will be no evening adoration and service on Wednesdays. Any evening activity will also be canceled (e.g., Bible Study, etc.). Daily and weekend Masses are always be celebrated as scheduled, regardless of weather conditions.

Knights of Columbus News

URGENT NEED for FOOD FOR NEEDY FAMILIES: The Knights Council is sponsoring a non-perishable food collection, which concludes on November 22/23. Most needed items include canned chicken or tuna (pop-top lids preferred) or individual packets, canned fruit or vegetables (pop-top lids preferred), peanut butter, jelly or jam, baby formula (any brand), grocery store gift cards (Walmart, Giant, Redner's, Weis). Monetary donations are also gratefully accepted. Thank you for helping those in need.
CONTEST: The Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest for children in grades K thru 8 will take place again this year. The theme is to understand the true meaning of Christmas, and help others to remember the true meaning of Christmas. Each poster must reflect the Keep Christ in Christmas theme with a visual image. Posters should be approximately 11X17 inches and will be judged on slogan, artistic merit, and overall impact. The first place winners in each grade group, (K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8) will receive prizes. All entries will receive certificates. Deadline to submit posters is December 8. To request an entry form, which includes detailed rules and judging criteria, and to submit a poster, contact Dave Woods at 610-428-7251 or dewoods@rcn.com. This contest is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Cathedral Council #14397.

Christmas Giving Opportunites

CARDS FOR CEDARBROOK RESIDENTS: As in previous years, we will be collecting (signed) Christmas Cards for residents at Cedarbrook. Look for the drop box in the church lobby to deposit your cards. This simple gesture brings a smile and joy to the elderly and sick residents who otherwise might not hear from anyone over the upcoming Christmas season.
SOUP KITCHEN Giving Tree & Manger Mission: The Soup Kitchen has relocated to the Immaculate Conception Parish facility. Additional good news is they will have additional space for such things as these outreach opportunities. The collection of gifts here at Cathedral will begin Thanksgiving weekend and go for as long as possible. This is important outreach has a long tradition with the Cathedral parishioners. Needed items include:
- For Adults: hats, gloves, scarves, thermal socks, personal grooming items.
- For Children: hats, gloves, fun socks, baby toys (0-12 months) small toys, games, books, stuffed animals, dolls.
- For Teen Girls: There is a special need for this age group—hats, scarves, gloves, socks, boot toppers, small purses, wristlet, lip gloss, nail polish, bath and hair items.
- MANGER MISSION collection for local families requests include new or gently used infant & toddler clothing, baby bibs, bottles & sippy cups, blankets, gift cards, baby wipes, and diapers and pull ups size 3-6. Please wrap the gift and be sure to clearly label the contents boy or girl, age, etc. (on a firmly attached tag) and place under the giving tree in the church lobby or drop off at the parish office. You may bring your gifts any time the Church is open (Mass, Adoration, personal prayer times, etc.) God bless you for your kindness and generosity!

Be an Organ Donor

The Cathedral Parish is blessed with an extraordinarily beautiful sacred music program. Director of Music Beverly McDevitt joins with the talented musicians and members of our four choirs in enhancing the beauty of our sacred liturgies. However, the one "SOUR NOTE" on this topic is that the organ is, at times, a bit unpredictable and has been showing signs of its advanced age. We are looking to safeguard the integrity of our music program by being proactive in updating the organ.

A "New Organ Fund" is underway to help with the anticipated expense which is likely to be upwards of $175,000. How can you help?

Donations (great or small are welcome).
Might there be someone willing and able to sponsor the whole cost?
Support our parish fundraisers: Its Almost Christmas Event and 50-50 tickets.
Any donations raised beyond the cost of the organ will be used in support of the future of sacred music at our parish and capital improvements to enhance the beauty and function of our parish facilities. Thank you for your consideration of supporting these endeavors.

Eucharistic Adoration

Eucharistic Adorations follows the 12:15 PM Wednesday Mass each week, and takes place throughout the afternoon until the closing prayers and Benediction at 7:00 PM. Sign-up sheets are posted in the lobby to be sure that someone is always in the church for Adoration. Confessions are heard from 6:30—7:30 PM. This spiritual opportunity is a beautiful way to celebrate this Holy Year of Hope.

Weather Cancellations: Please note that if SJV Regional School is not in session or if there is an early dismissal due to inclement weather, there will be no adoration or holy hour on Wednesdays. Daily and weekend Masses will always be celebrated as scheduled.

Christmas Liturgy Schedule (All Masses in the Church)