Basilica of Saint Mary December 2012 Newsletter

1. WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 2, 2012
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If there were an easy way to promote peace throughout the world, would you do it? If there was a
simple project to leave the world a better place for future generations, would you participate?
The Basilica will provide such incredible destruction. metals needed to create the
an easy opportunity There have been significant device, as well as from
throughout the weekend of efforts made by some tech haphazard disposal of the
January 12-13, 2013. At all companies to trace the source device.
Masses on January 12 and 13, of metals used in their devices. It is estimated that there are
there will be simple bins However, many other tech over 100 million cell phones
available for you to recycle all companies continue to stockpiled in U.S. households.
your old personal electronic purchase these minerals from The good news is that people
“If you receive any new personal electronics this Christmas, are holding onto these devices Janice Andersen
rather than throwing them into
consider recycling your old devices at The Basilica in January.”
landfills. If you are one of these Director of Christian Life
devices. If you hope to get a
100 million people with The Basilica of Saint Mary
mining companies fueled by personal electronic devices at
new cell phone, digital camera, violence. home, here is your chance to
or iPod this Christmas, put this If you receive any new personal
According to CTIA (The get rid of them safely and
date on your calendar! electronics this Christmas,
Wireless Association), the effectively!
consider recycling your old
If it seems like a stretch to United States has more cell Throughout the weekend of devices at The Basilica in
think that recycling your old phones in use in 2012 than January 12 and 13 2012, The January. This is a win-win-win
electronic devices can promote total population. Americans Basilica will have clearly activity. Recycling will allow
peace throughout the world, also change phones more often marked bins for you to bring the materials to be turned into
consider that one of the metals than anyone else in the world— your discarded devices for new products, removing the
used to enable your cell phone upgrading about every 21 recycling. need to mine and manufacture
to run efficiently has been months to a new phone. As a anew—reducing the cycle of
fueling civil war in the Congo result, Americans discard 130 Here is what we can accept:
violence and destruction.
for over a decade. Coltan, the million cell phones every year, • Cell phones (keep your Participating in this recycling
African term for the metallic with many ending up in chargers, they are not effort will keep toxins out of
ore columbite-tantalite, has landfills or incinerators. In recyclable) our landfills. And, The Basilica
incredible value due to 2011, only eight percent of cell • iPods will receive payment for all
consumer electronic demand. phones were recycled safely, • MP3 players devices presented for recycling
While Coltan is found in according to the • Digital cameras from the company we are
several countries including Environmental News Service. • GPS devices partnering with! Re-gift your
Australia, Canada, and Egypt,
It is staggering to consider that • Tablets old personal electronics to The
the largest supply is coming
toxic pollution from consumer • Ink cartridges Basilica! For more information
from the Congo. Mining of this
electronics happens on both or to get involved with this
metal in the Congo is
ends of its life: in the mining for effort, call the Christian Life
stimulating civil war and
office.
OUR VISION:
Seek the well-being of the city to which I have sent you. Pray for it to the Lord. For in seeking its well-being, you shall find your own.
— Jeremiah 29:7

2. Biblical stewardship Liturgy and sacred arts
GLOBAL STEWARDSHIP CHRISTMAS MEMORIALS
Please help us beautify The Basilica this Christmas. Envelopes for
An Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture Development Christmas flower donations are available in the church or you
can give online at www.mary.org/donate. All gifts received by
Promoting equality and our social mortgage on December 10 will be acknowledged in the Christmas worship
property leaflet.
Minnesota, and the greater Midwest, has had a strong history of OF THE FATHER’S LOVE BEGOTTEN
agriculture and its effect on our local economies. Around the CRÈCHES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
world, agriculture means a great deal to the livelihoods of
EXHIBIT, RUNNING NOW—JANUARY 13
particularly rural villagers. In developing countries, agriculture
JOHN XXIII GALLERY & TERESA OF CALCUTTA HALL,
comprises a significant portion of the economy as a result of
LOWER LEVEL
lacking other sectors. Yet, rural farmers continue to struggle in
oppressive economies and in providing a living beyond ADVENT MORNING PRAYER
subsistence farming. TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS, 9:15AM DURING ADVENT
SAINT JOSEPH CHAPEL, GROUND LEVEL
When we recognize the potential farmers have in developing
local economies and beyond, their stake and participation in SOLEMN VESPERS FOR ADVENT
society grows. People rely on food to survive, and providing SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 3:00PM, BASILICA CHOIR STALLS
support for the agriculture sector strengthens other areas of the The Basilica Schola Cantorum
economy. It also strengthens the dignity of those providing Evening Prayer or Vespers (30 minutes) consist of the singing of a
food. hymn and Psalms, the proclamation of the Word of God and
prayers for the church and the world. At the end of Evening
Our Catholic Social Teaching speaks of a “social mortgage” on Prayer everyone processes from the choir stalls to the Chapel of
property, a concept that calls for responsible stewardship for our Lady of the Immaculate Conception for the singing of the
the sake of the larger good of society and creation (usccb.org). Marian antiphon.
Farmers and their property—land—must be cared for properly. CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL—MARVEL OF THIS NIGHT
While we can develop the agriculture sector, it should also be FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 4:30PM AND 8:00PM
sustainable so it may continue to provide. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 8:00PM
With our planet surpassing seven billion people, not only NATIONAL LUTHERAN CHOIR
should we consider humanity’s survival, but also the future of FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 4:30PM AND 8:00PM
the land used to achieve this. We, as Catholics, have a moral TICKETS: CALL 6.12.722.2301 OR WWW.NLCA.COM.
sensitivity to treating the weakest participants with dignity. We
also recognize the immorality of destroying God’s gifts, such as SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE
the land God created and provided. Harmonizing these two BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION)
ideas to develop a significant economic sector sustainably SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 10:30AM BASILICA
promotes peace in countries experiencing conflict. (Cantor, Organ)
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CELEBRATION
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 4:30PM, BASILICA
In anticipation of the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe we will
celebrate with Mariachi Flor y Canto, the Banderas and
traditional Aztec dancers with a bi-lingual Eucharist. Procession
and dance begins on the plaza at 3:45pm. A fiesta will follow Mass
We celebrate stewardship throughout the year by emphasizing six
in the Teresa of Calcutta Hall, located in The Basilica’s lower
key themes. Each aspect of stewardship is represented through The
level.
Basilica ministries, guiding us to make it part of our daily life.
GLOBAL: LOCAL: ECOLOGICAL: TAIZÉ WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUAL PRAYER
Promote peace Create bridges between Leave the world a TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 5:30PM
throughout the world communities and better place for TERESA OF CALCUTTA HALL, LOWER LEVEL
(Dec – Jan) advocate for those in future generations
need (Feb – Mar) (Apr – May)
PERSONAL: GIFTS: FINANCIAL:
Care for ourselves in Share our knowledge, Give generously and
body, mind and spirit talent, love, and joyfully (Oct – Nov)
(June – July) experience to serve others
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3. Events of the week Get involved
ADVENT SERIES: O COME, EMMANUEL! HELP WANTED! PERSONAL STEWARDSHIP TEAM RECRUITS
SUNDAYS, DECEMBER 2, 9 AND 16, 11:00AM-12:30PM The gift of our lives demands we care for ourselves in body,
STS. AMBROSE/TERESA ROOM, GROUND LEVEL mind and spirit. Help us promote healthy practices. Are you
Led by Johan van Parys, this three part series will discuss interested in relationship building, exercise, nutrition, and
what Advent, Christmas and Epiphany are all about. Please spirituality? Contact Nancy at nancychrist@comcast.net or
register on MyBasilica at www.mary.org. Cost is $20 for the 612.501.7872 for more information.
series, scholarships are available.
HATE TO COOK?
JOIN US FOR AN ADVENT BLESSING OF THE EMPLOYMENT To help us deliver Meals on Wheels, and you’ll only need to
AND MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRIES drive and deliver - no cooking required! We need volunteers to
deliver lunches one Tuesday each month. We also need
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5:30–9:00PM
substitutes we can call when needed. To learn more contact
SAINT JOSEPH CHAPEL AND TERESA OF CALCUTTA HALL
Leah at 612.374.4757 or lhstich@msn.com or Brittany at
Join us as we pray and dine together followed by a
presentation. Learn from each other how to get through this 612.532.1023 or bgarcia1210@yahoo.com.
challenging holiday season. LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET INVOLVED?
Are you computer literate, highly organized, and have data
THEOLOGY DAY — THE BOOK OF REVELATION: FACT OR
entry experience? There is a volunteer opportunity for you in
FICTION? the Christian Life Department with St. Vincent DePaul
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 6:00-9:00PM Outreach. Call Kimberly at 612.317.3419 or kburns@mary.org.
TERESA OF CALCUTTA HALL
Fr. Michael Patella will present on this topic. Please register VOLUNTEER AT THE WELCOME DESK
on www.mary.org on MyBasilica or by calling 612.317.3414. Can you commit to a 30-minute shift once a month following
Presented by St. John’s School of Theology—Seminary. one of the Masses? Contact Sally 612.317.3417.
Donations will be accepted. A light meal will be served.
SOPRANOS NEEDED IN THE BASILICA CATHEDRAL CHOIR
SANTA BASH-FRIDAY!! If you are interested, contact Teri at 612.317.3426 or
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 8:00PM, VFW POST 246, tlarson@mary.org to set up an audition.
2916 LYNDALE AVE S, MPLS
One night in December, when the elves are changing shifts DO YOUR PART
and Mrs. Claus is upstairs, Santa strolls out of his workshop, Do you like to clean, iron, polish or organize? The altar guild
parks the sleigh and ditches the reindeer by slipping out the cares for the many vestments, vessels, and chapels/shrines of
kitchen door. Where does he go? To a place where he can The Basilica and needs your help. Contact Travis at
find peace amidst a curiously satisfying assemblage of ugly tsalisbury@mary.org.
holiday sweaters and tacky décor. Tickets are $20 and are MAKE A DIFFERENCE — JOIN A TEAM!
available online at www.mary.org .Must be 21+ to enter. Ministers of Hospitality (ushers/greeters) are essential in
For more info or contact Meghan at 612.317.3428 or supporting The Basilica’s mission of hospitality to the city.
mgustafson@mary.org. Volunteers serve once a month at their preferred Mass time.
Contact Travis at tsalisbury@mary.org or 612.317.3433 for
LA NATIVIDAD FEATURING IN THE HEART OF THE BEAST
more information or to sign up.
THEATRE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2:00PM, CHURCH DO SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY
Join us during the holidays for The Nativity Story according There is significant need for more Eucharistic Ministers at all
to St. Matthew and St. Luke. This alternative holiday show Mass times on the weekend. The time commitment is once a
includes the expressive puppetry of In The Heart of the month at your preferred Mass time. Training is required and
Beast Theatre and procession. Much more than a provided. Contact Travis at 612.317.3433 or
straightforward enactment of the Christmas story, La tsalisbury@mary.org for more details.
Natividad unites evocative theater with an open-armed
community celebration of inclusion and generosity. For GET THE BEST SEAT AT MASS
more information and tickets visit the registration page at Acolytes (altar servers) share in an amazing ministry and
www.mary.org or contact Meghan at mgustafson@mary.org want to welcome you to one of our teams. The time
or 612.317.3428. commitment is once a month at your preferred Mass time.
Training is provided. Contact Travis at tsalisbury@mary.org
BYA COUPLES’ EVENT: HOLIDAZZLE PARADE AND DINNER for more information.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 6:00-9:00PM Check out all of our opportunities for volunteering at
NICOLLET MALL www.mary.org. Click on “Volunteer.”
Plan to meet up after the 5:00pm Mass at The Basilica.
Email bya@mary.org for details.
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4. Learning Please note
IF WE KNEW YOU WERE COMING …
We ask that people register for many of the spiritual and educational YOU BECOME PART OF THE BASILICA...AND IT BECOMES PART OF YOU
In this season of thanks, many of us are grateful to have The Basilica
offerings here at The Basilica. Registering in advance is crucial to
as our spiritual home. Your contribution is truly life-giving to our
planning. If registrations are low, we will need to cancel the event. community and gives witness to your grateful spirit and deep
faith. Please prayerfully consider a pledged Financial Stewardship
BAPTISM PREPARATION commitment to The Basilica for 2013. If you haven’t yet made a
If you are expecting a baby or are in the process of adopting a child, pledge, please take a form from the back of church and mail it in. You
consider attending one of the monthly baptism preparation classes can also pledge online at www.mary.org/donate, or contact Tim at
now. Baptism preparation classes encourage parents to consider their tdecelle@mary.org or 612.317.3472. Thank you for keeping The
faith, discuss how to pass on our faith to our children, and share what Basilica shining brightly!
to expect on baptism day. Contact Michelle at 612.317.3414 or
mslaughter@mary.org for registration materials.
ARE YOU A CARETAKER?
BASILICA YOUNG ADULT (BYA) EVENTS: A parishioner wrote about his visits to holy sites around the world,
from Saint Peter’s in Rome to temples in China and Japan,
BASIILICA YOUNG WOMEN commenting, “I’m always struck by the beauty of these places and
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 3:45PM the dedication of those who care for them. I take pride that I’m one
We will meet on the plaza steps to attend the Our Lady of of those caretakers of The Basilica through my legacy gift to The
Guadalupe Mass followed by the Fair Trade Market in the Basilica Landmark for the preservation and restoration of our
Lower Level of the Church. Email bya@mary.org for historic church.” We have our own landmark right here, just as
more details. lovely and important as others throughout the world. Please
CHRISTMAS CAROLING AND VISITING WITH NURSING consider becoming a caretaker of The Basilica with your own legacy
gift. Contact Robin at 612.317.3429 or rkeyworth@mary.org.
HOME RESIDENTS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1:00-3:00PM
BENEDICTINE HEALTH CENTER, 618 E 17TH ST, A GIFT FOR CHRISTMAS FLOWERS
MINNEAPOLIS The majesty of The Basilica at Christmas is truly a sight to behold.
Join us and spread some holiday cheer! Email Thousands of parish members and guests enjoy the evergreens,
bya@mary.org to sign up. Hope to see you there. poinsettias and other festive holiday flowers. Please consider a gift
for Christmas flowers. Tribute gifts received by December 11 are
Sign up for the BYA E-Newsletter on MyBasilica on www.mary.org
or visit the Basilica Young Adults Facebook page to learn about all listed in the Christmas leaflet. You can give online at www.mary.org/
donate.
REMARRIAGE/BLENDED FAMILY SEMINAR FAIR TRADE MARKET
TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 6:30-9:00PM, RECTORY DINING ROOM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
This important seminar is for couples who are in a remarriage or are BASILICA’S LOWER LEVEL
considering a remarriage, and one or both have been married before
and/or have children. This workshop will discuss some of the unique Sustainable agriculture, the Global Stewardship group’s 2012 theme,
and important issues in a remarriage/blended family. Register on shares links to Fair Trade concerns. It is generally estimated that 40
www.mary.org or call 612.317.3478 for more information. Cost is $50/ percent of the world’s population are small farmers. In developing
couple. countries, workers’ average income is one to two dollars per day.
THE YEAR OF FAITH 2013: CLAIMING THE TREASURES OF VATICAN II When farmers learn best practices for sustainable use of resources,
they not only stretch their dollar, they manage resources with a view
SUNDAYS, JANUARY 13-FEBRUARY 3, 11:00AM-12:30PM
toward tomorrow. The advantages are long-reaching and
STS. SMBROSE AND TERESA ROOM, GROUND LEVEL
considerate of future generations, too.
Sr. Catherine Michaud, CSJ will lead us on a treasure hunt through the
Our fourth annual Fair Trade Market features unique art and gifts
key documents promulgated during the Second Vatican Council
for your family, friends and co-workers. Make a difference in the
during this four part series. Please register on www.mary.org or by
lives of artists worldwide. Fair Trade products from 10,000 villages,
calling 612.317.3414. Cost is $20 for the series. Scholarships are
Guatemalan, Zambian and Nepalese handcrafts, and Palestinian
available.
olive oil will be available. It is a perfect time to Christmas shop. We
THEOLOGY DAY — CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM: THE TRANSFORMING hope to see you there!
JOURNEY TO GOD
THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 6:00-9:00PM
TERESA OF CALCUTTA HALL
S. Mary Foreman, OSB will present on this topic. Please register on
www.mary.org on MyBasilica or by calling 612.317.3414. Presented by
St. John’s School of Theology—Seminary. Donations will be accepted.
A light meal will be served.
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5. Did You Know?
Christian life 494 people were served through
employment ministry in the last
PRAYER LINE MINISTRY
Busy? Homebound? Traveling? Basilica Prayer Line Ministry is calling
year, with 120 moving on to
you! Prayer Line Ministry is a chance to offer the power of prayer, on school or work.
your schedule, during your personal time of prayer. Prayer intention
lists are e-mailed or direct mailed weekly. Your prayer helps support
souls who are suffering illness, loss, sorrow, isolation or uncertainty. WINTER WEAR NEEDED
Contact Cathy at cedwards@mary.org or 612.317.3474 to receive a Guests to our St. Vincent de Paul Outreach and Shoe ministry are
weekly list. always in need this time of year of hats, gloves, mittens, and scares.
And, guests always are in need of toiletries. Donating is easy - just
drop items in the blue bin just outside of the elevator on the lower
CROSSROADS EVENTS level. Thank you for helping our neighbors in need!
OPEN TO BASILICA PARISHIONERS AND FRIENDS, AGES 50+
CHRISTMAS SERVICE PROJECT
THURSDAY MORNING BOOK CLUB Join The Basilica and serve lunch to our neighbors in need on
FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH, 10:00AM, COWLEY CENTER Christmas Day. Location is Catholic Charities Opportunity Center
For more information call Karen at 612.872.7535. The December 6 at 17th and Chicago in Minneapolis. Contact Julia at
book selection is Those Who Save Us by Jenna Blum. The January 3 jfreeman@mary.org or 612.317.3413 to volunteer.
meeting will select upcoming books.
BASILICA PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
DINNER OUTING “The prayer shawl that you gave to me was and continues to be a
THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 6:00PM great comfort. It also keeps me very warm!” Create beautiful, prayer
Doolittle’s Woodfire Grill, 550 Winnetka Ave. N, Golden Valley filled shawls of comfort. Join Prayer Shawl Ministry. Call Jane at
For reservations call Marilyn by January 20 at 763.541.9393. 763.479.1555.
LISTENING AS MINISTRY SCRIP GIFT CARDS = IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFTS
FEBRUARY 2013 The holiday season is here! Use Scrip gift cards for all your
Are you drawn be a listening ear to your friends and family? Do the purchases. Are you entertaining, doing a cookie exchange or
words ‘companion’ or ‘confidant’ describe you and your baking for the holidays? Use Scrip cards to do your grocery
gifts? Consider participating in our Befriender Ministry. shopping. Scrip cards also make ideal gifts, with no fuss
Explore a call to the BeFriender Ministry by participating in the 20 wrapping or standing in lines to mail out your packages. We
hour training. The Basilica BeFriender Ministry strengthens our
also have an assortment of gift card holders for just $1.00
community by reaching out to one another through sacred
listening. Listeners hear, affirm, and welcome the story of each.
another. Contact the Christian Life office for more information. The deadline to place special Scrip card orders in time
for Christmas is Monday, December 17, by noon. Special
EACH OF US HAS SPECIAL GIFTS – BUT HOW DO WE MATCH THEM orders will be available for pick up at the Reardon Rec-
TO SERVICE? tory on Friday, December 21 or Sunday, December 23
The Gifts Leadership Team addresses this question by planning after the Masses.
communications and reaching out to individual parish members. We Scrip gift cards are available online; Sundays after 7:30am,
are looking for a few people to join us. Do you feel called to this work? 9:30am, and 11:30am Masses; and Monday-Friday 9:00am-
Meetings are monthly and we have a lot of fun. Monthly commitment 4:00pm in the Reardon Rectory Office.
is 3-5 hours. Contact Sally at 612.317.3417 or scarlson@mary.org for
more information.
CONTACT US MASS TIMES RECTORY HOURS PARKING
P. O. Box 50010 MON-FRI: 7:00am & noon MON: 8:30am to 5:00pm Visit www.mary.org/parking
Minneapolis MN 55405-0010 (ST. JOSEPH CHAPEL) TUE–FRI: 8:30am to 8:00pm for complete parking info and
612.333.1381 SAT: 5:00pm (THE BASILICA) SAT: 8:00am to 7:00pm driving directions.
www.mary.org SUN: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, SUN: 7:00am to 8:00pm
4:30pm & 6:30pm (THE BASILICA)
The Basilica of Saint Mary is a community rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As the Co-Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and
Minneapolis, it is our mandate to model, to inspire and to: provide excellence in liturgy, faith formation, pastoral care and hospitality; preach
justice and provide emergency relief to the poor; pursue interfaith relationships; and to contribute to the celebration of the sacred arts in this
6 community. The parish is marked by hospitality and rich diversity.