Holy Family
CATHEDRAL NEWS
August 2012
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Volume 18 Issue 1
From the Rector Holy Family Welcomes Fr. John Grant
Dear Parishioners of Holy Family: The stencil work is done and the “men from Kansas” have returned to an even hotter land than here in Oklahoma. While the architects had included this final statement in their original plan, I was wary of its effect. I am not only greatly relieved in the effect but truly happy that we decided to complete the work as originally de-
Father John Grant is already a
signed. When I looked up at the end of the first week of work I said to myself, “Oh,
familiar face for everyone who at-
that is what complete looks like.” I can only hope that all of you are as happy with
tends daily Mass in the Chapel during
the final work as I am. I find that it truly brings all of the colors together and softens
the week. John Grant often attended
each individual part. The final effect is truly amazing. I thank two families of the par-
our noon Mass through the week
ish who paid for this final work. They had asked to do something that would help
while he took classes at Tulsa Uni-
make the work complete; I think they accomplished their purpose.
versity. Early this summer, Deacon Grant
Included in this month’s Cathedral News is a report on your response to my plea
moved his residence to the Cathedral
for increased funding of the operational expenses of the parish. Your response to
Rectory. He preached a number of
this has been truly generous and has made these summer months much less anx-
times and was present at many
ious than previous summers. If this trend continues we will be “out of the woods”
church activities, including Vacation
and well on our way to solvency before September is upon us. So again, I thank you
Bible School.
for your generous ad supportive response.
Fr. Grant was ordained with Fr. Sean Donovan at the end of June and
The insurance bill comes due in August and
officially began his assignment at the
it always runs well over $65,000. Your dollars
Cathedral on July 1. Fr. Grant brings
are at work protecting our beloved and historic
a great enthusiasm to continue his
Cathedral.
work in the Church, now as a parish priest. He will speak at the September
May the Good Lord bless each and every one of you.
Theology on Tap, a popular young adults discussion series. The event is
Sincerely in the Holy Family,
at McNellie’s Irish Pub on September 11 at 8:00 p.m. Social hour begins at 7:00 p.m. Msgr. Gregory A. Gier, Rector PHOTO: CATHY NELSON
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“Your response ... has been truly generous and has made these summer months much less anxious than previous summers.�
Weekend
Collection
May 6, 2012
$13,767.00
May 13, 2012
$12,906.00
May 20, 2012
$10,894.00
May 27, 2012
$17,136.00
Jun 3, 2012
$16,931.00
Jun 10, 2012
$17,375.00
Jun 17, 2012
$15,939.00
Jun 24, 2012
$13,511.00
Jul 1, 2012
$15,906.00
Jul 8, 2012
$16,747.00
Jul 15, 2012
$17,185.00
Jul 22, 2012
$12,422.00
Jul 29, 2012
$11,944.00
2011
2012
Monsignor Gier
Weekend
Collection
May 1, 2011
$10,781.00
May 8, 2011
$15,172.00
May 15, 2011
$12,735.00
May 22, 2011
$12,235.00
May 29, 2011
$12,752.00
Jun 5, 2011
$11,603.00
Jun 12, 2011
$11,508.00
Jun 19, 2011
$9,770.00
Jun 26, 2011
$10,267.00
Jul 3, 2011
$11,984.00
Jul 10, 2011
$11,293.00
Jul 17, 2011
$10,962.00
Jul 24, 2011
$11,551.00
Jul 31, 2011
$10,635.00
In 2012, the parish donated $192,663 in 13 Sundays in May, June and July. In 2011, the parish donated 163,248 in 14 Sundays in May, June and July. The difference is $29,415.
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Notes from the Knightstand BY MARTIN REIDY
They say it’s climate warming Others say its not! Whichever one is rightIt’s “doggone” hot! Deja vu, indeed! Looks like a replay of the summer of 2011 - Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot enough to pull up the drawbridge at the castle Keep and await a cooler clime. All is quiet at the Roundtable though we did manage an informal farewell Saturday morning breakfast for Fr. Van on June 30th following the 8 a.m. Mass. I say informal as it was a stand-up affair held in the big kitchen as the Halpine Room had become a vestry for the many priests attending the Ordination of Fr. Grant, our new parish Associate Pastor, later that Saturday. So, fourteen “Saturday Morning Saints” - those who attend the 8 a.m. Mass in the Chapel - feasted on sausage rolls provided by the Council, and various
whose funeral was held in the Cathedral
troductory chapter on his youth in the mi-
baked delicacies á la Helga to provide an
on July 9th with numerous Knights,
lieu of Jewish tradition of that era. Should
appreciative sendoff for Fr. Van to his
friends, acquaintances, and a 4th Degree
you run out and buy the book be sure to
new assignment. Accompanying him on
Honor Guard in attendance. And so we
have on a good pair of walking shoes as
his trip were two gifts: an oriental conical
say, “Requiescat in pace” to Joe and wish
Paul takes one through the noted cities of
peasant hat to shade him while “working
for him an uninterrupted trip to Heaven!
his classical world in all their glory and excitement as well as their idolatry and
in the vineyard of the Lord,” and an oriental parasol for promenading on Sundays
depravity. You may well understand why
Center For The Homeless continues as
he is reputed to say that he threw himself
little soiree was a visit by Archbishop
usual - heat or not heat the folks gotta
into a thorn bush to overcome temptation
Beltran who, having already had break-
eat! Coming up in the heat of the month is
as you travel with him through Cyprus,
fast, chatted with one and all to culminate
our annual clergy dinner honoring same
Attaleia, Antioch, Iconium, Lystra, Derbe,
the festivities.
in Heiring Hall on the 14th by the Council
Philippi, Thessalonica, Berorea, Athens,
Knights and family members following
Corinth to name but a few of his destina-
the Vigil Mass of the Assumption. Then
tions.
The Council also sponsored a summer concert by Daniel Kleefeld on June 24th
it‘s back to fishing in the moat until Pan-
in the Cathedral but our labors were mini-
cake season begins in September. Since I
mal as the musicians did all the work.
like to eat fish but not to catch it while
now-famous Higgs boson only because it
However, a tip of the chapeau does go to
others tried their luck in the moat I curled
has been described as the God particle in
Ed Owen and Paul Louderback who pro-
up in a cool redoubt of the Keep with a jug
that it is the “glue” or means by which
vided the leg work on the project and
of iced tea and a good book - “The World
God wrapped all the electrons, neutrons,
sundry others who helped hawk the tick-
Of Saint Paul" by Joseph M. Callewaert
and protons together to create matter -
ets.
from lgnatius Press. A small reading of
including you and me. Now, I won’t begin
200 pages easily read in an afternoon or
to feign that I understand a boson but if
two for under $15.00 it relates the peripa-
those more enlightened than I are correct
Sadly, we also bade farewell to a fellow
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The Council monthly dinner at the Day
and such days. Another highlight to our
Finally, a word must be said of the
Knight and stalwart of the parish - Joe
tetic trekkings of St. Paul from Damascus
I must say that it appears that we are all
Waszut - who died on the 3rd of July and
(conversion) to Rome (death) with an in-
just “boson buddies” under the skin! PAX!
RCIA Summer Inquiry classes Explore the Faith BY KATE (NGA) NGUYEN
included. The Creed reminds us of our belief in the Trinity: The Father (the source), the Son (the Word who became man) and the Holy Spirit (guidance and inspiration) and how each Person impacts the faithful. The Nicene Creed is said at Mass as a prayer that encapsulates the beliefs of Catholics. The Mass is the most sacred act of worship a person or community can participate in building a stronger spiritual life. The readings from the Bible, personal prayers and offerings, and the consecration of bread and wine culminate in the sacrament of Communion. It is a gracefilled service which brings us in the presence of God’s love and sacrifice. The Roman Catholic Liturgical Year As summer began, the RCIA volunteer
gives us meanings of seasonal Mass
team has dedicated at least an hour each
celebrations. The seasons include Ad-
Wednesday to those who are inquiring
vent, Christmas, Ordinary Time, Lent, the
about the Catholic faith. Such dedication
Triduum and Easter. Each season is rep-
is among the many wonderful services
resented by colors. For example, violet or
that the Cathedral and her staff provide
purple reminds us of preparing for the
not only to the parishioners but to inquir-
coming of Christ during Advent and pen-
ers about the Catholic faith during their
ance and renewal during Lent. Red re-
journey for a stronger spiritual life.
minds us of the Passion of Jesus, God’s that Jesus gives to the Church. Jesus
love, Pentecost Sunday and martyrdom.
Each session, we pray the Holy Spirit
appointed Peter to lead His Church. Peter,
White/gold represents light, triumph, joy
guides our hearts and minds. The team
via the apostolic succession, provides the
and glory for the Seasons of Christmas
informally introduces the Catholic faith by
traditions and teachings of our faith. We
and Easter. Green symbolizes life with
way of their own journeys toward the
discuss the responsibilities of pope, bish-
eternal hope and is used during Ordinary
Church and in turn the inquirers share
ops, priests and deacons as part of the
Time. Rose represents the joy of anticipa-
their faith backgrounds. Following the
Church’s structure. The Councils of Trent
tion for Christmas and Easter.
period of sharing, we tour the cathedral.
and Nicaea are a few examples of the
The team briefly explains the meanings of
Church’s leaders defining the tenets of
So with the joy of anticipation for the
the altar, tabernacle, sanctuary lamp, holy
our faith. We explore a few examples of
upcoming year of RCIA in September, the
water, stained glass windows, candles
the popes’ encyclicals that clarify the
team will conclude the latter part of the
and statues.
Church’s teachings: Dei Verbum: divine
summer with topics on Mary and the
revelation, Lumen Gentium: structure of
saints, salvation, sacraments and the
the Church, Dignitaris Humanae: religious
basics of Catholic dogma. Please keep us
discussed topics such as the Church’s
freedom and Veritatis Splendor: salvation
in your prayers as we journey with these
traditions, scripture, how and why Catho-
and morality. Among the discussions of
wonderful inquirers who are guided and
lic teaching is different from Protestant
the Church’s dogma and public docu-
inspired by the Holy Trinity to “come and
ideas. Gradually we led into the authority
ments, the Apostles & Nicene Creeds are
see” the Catholic faith.
For the first part of the summer we
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