SEP 2020
In This Issue: 3 “Coincidental” Stewardship 4 Basic Questions About Our Stewardship Renewal 6 Time: The Foundation of Stewardship 7 Living Out the Gospel Through Cathedral Outreach
HOLY FAMILY CATHEDRAL MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
AN INSIDE LOOK AT OUR “BECOMING CATHOLIC” PROGRAM Guiding Souls Home to the Church
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uch has changed in the world in recent months, and for many people, the crises of 2020 have provided an opportunity for self-reflection and a search for meaning. For some, it has led them to seek something more — something they have found in faith and the Catholic Church. Through our parish program, Becoming Catholic — Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, people can learn more about the teachings of the Catholic faith and prepare to receive the Sacraments of Initiation — Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. In some cases, individuals who have been baptized but have yet to be fully initiated in the Church can participate in the Becoming Catholic process to complete their faith formation and ultimately come into full communion with the Church by receiving the Sacraments of Confirmation and/or Eucharist. For most, the process lasts a school year, leading up to the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil. This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 24 people preparing to receive sacraments were welcomed into the Church on June 21. “I love people seeing Jesus for Who He really is,” says Jeri Potter, who coordinates Becoming Catholic at the Cathedral. “I love seeing them explore their prayer life. I love seeing them maturing and starting to read the Bible on their own and bring questions to class, and how they can express that growth. It’s a journey, and it’s a lifetime journey.” Typically, the formation process includes weekly Sunday catechesis sessions. However, since the start of the pandemic, the Becoming Catholic classes have met via video conference, and will continue to do so as they begin again this fall. A variety of speakers, including our priests and deacons, share on a variety of topics, from the sacraments to morality, prayer and grace. The presentations last about 30 minutes and are followed by a time of discussion and Q&A. “I hope that they can gain a deeper prayer life,” Jeri says. “If nothing else, I hope they take away from this something continued on page 2 8TH STREET & BOULDER AVE • TULSA, OK 74119 • (918) 582-6247 • TULSACATHEDRAL.COM
