Dear Cathedral Family,

Last Sunday concluded our inaugural Cathedral Concert Series. I am grateful to Julie Grace Males, Director of Music Ministry, for coordinating and executing the series. We are currently planning next season’s series, and I look forward to sharing the exciting lineup of musicians and concerts with all of you in the near future.

Cathedral Colloquium Series

The Cathedral Colloquium on Faith and Science concludes with Dr. Luigi Adamo’s presentation “Is There a Role for Jesus in 21st-Century Evidence-Based Medicine?” on Monday, May 8th at 7:00 PM in the Cathedral parish center. Dr. Adamo is the director of Cardiac Immunology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and he and his family are members of both the Cathedral parish and school.

Last Call to Donate and Join the Walk for Life

Tomorrow, Saturday, May 6th, the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen will host Pregnancy Center North’s (PCN) 6th annual Walk for Life. It is not too late to join Cathedral's team or sponsor them in their efforts. This family-friendly event will include a 1-mile walk on the cathedral grounds, light refreshments, fun prizes, and more. Proceeds will fund the FREE, life-affirming services that Pregnancy Center North offers to women facing unexpected pregnancies. Brochures are available in the back of the church. Please see the website at

www.cathedralofmary.org/news/walk-for-life-2023 for more information or contact our church champion, Julie Gabriele at jgabriele7@gmail.com

The Chosen Watch Party

Please join us for the next The Chosen Watch Party. This viewing will be a bit different than previous watch parties in that we will view two episodes each evening. Mark your calendars for the following dates: May 17, 18, 24, & 25 from 6:30-8:30 PM in the parish center.

Catholic Scripture Study

Please consider joining the Catholic Scripture Study group as they delve into the Book of Isaiah, which has been dubbed "The Fifth Gospel." Isaiah prophesied more than any other prophet the coming of the Messiah. Meetings will be on Wednesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00 AM in the parish center. Registration is now open. For more information, please click the following link: www.cathedralofmary.org/adultfaithformation

Mother’s Day Novena Cards

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. What better way to remember and honor our mothers, both living and deceased, than having Mass offered for them? Mass cards are available at the front desk in the parish center from May 1st – 11th. The parish center hours are M-F from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. We will complete the Mass Intention envelopes at the time of purchase so that they can be placed on the altar from May 14th – 23rd. The customary donation is $10.00 per card.

May Rosary Intentions for the School of the Cathedral

Traditionally, the month of May is dedicated to honoring and seeking the intercession of the Blessed Mother. Each week the students of the Cathedral school will pray a rosary together and will be offering the intentions of the Cathedral community for Mary’s intercession. Submit any intentions you may have here www.cathedralofmary.org/prayer for the students of the School of the Cathedral and the Cathedral Prayer Team to bring to prayer throughout the month.

May God bless you.

Father Louis A. Bianco

Rector

Welcome to The Next Ten! Every weekend, we'll include a list of what's happening in the next ten days at Cathedral. For more details, call the Parish Center (410-464-4000) or visit our website (www.cathedralofmary.org).

Click events below to register, find Mass times, or find out more information!

The Next Ten

5/6 – Walk For Life: Pregnancy Center North – 8:30 AM
- Even if you cannot walk, please consider donating to help women receive free, life-affirming help!
5/6 – Catholic 301 – 9 AM – Parish Center
5/6 – Cathedral Library & Gift Shop – 10 AM-2 PM
5/7 – Final Family Faith Formation Meeting – 10:45 AM-12 PM – School
5/8 – Cathedral Colloquium: Is There a Role for Jesus in
21st-Century Evidence-Based Medicine? by Luigi Adamo, MD, PhD – 7 PM – Parish Center
5/9 – Cathedral Library & Gift Shop – 10 AM-2 PM
5/11 – First Communion Rehearsal – 6:15 PM – Cathedral
5/13 – RCIA – 7 PM – Parish Center
5/13 – First Communion Mass – 10 AM
5/13 – Cathedral Library & Gift Shop – 10 AM-2 PM
5/16 – Cathedral Library & Gift Shop – 10 AM-2 PM
5/17 – The Chosen Watch Party (2 Episodes) – 6:30 PM – Parish Center
5/18 – The Chosen Watch Party (2 Episodes) – 6:30 PM – Parish Center
5/20 – No 8:15 AM Mass
5/20 – Diaconate Ordination – 10 AM
5/20 – Cathedral Library & Gift Shop – 10 AM-2 PM
5/24 – The Chosen Watch Party (2 Episodes) – 6:30 PM – Parish Center
5/25 – The Chosen Watch Party (2 Episodes) – 6:30 PM – Parish Center
5/27 – Catholic 301 – 9 AM – Parish Center

Welcome!

New families who have joined our Cathedral Family in April:

Nicholas Breidigam
Kostia & Laura Breton
Robert & Joanna Scrafford
James & Veronica Thomas

Giving Report

There is no second collection this weekend.

Next weekend’s second collection is the Summer Collection.

Thank you for your generosity!

Cathedral Ball: Silent Auction

The Ball has arrived!! We look forward to seeing many of you this weekend. Please download the Handbid app and search School of the Cathedral OR Shaken Not Stirred and it will populate our silent auction. The auction team has done an amazing job finding something for everyone. Bidding is open and new items are being added daily through the end of the week. You do not need to be present to bid or participate in the diamond experience or auction - so share the opportunity with friends, family, and colleagues. The item preview is from Friday 8-11am in the Parish Center.

This is such an exciting and busy time of year. We appreciate all the energy from the community. Let’s bid and show our support for the school we all LOVE!

Meghan and Quinn
2023 Ball Chairs

Vision of Hope Capital Campaign

We have raised just over 50% of our $6 million goal of our campaign and have begun work on the lighting project. We still need your financial support to complete this project as well as the new Learning Commons!

For more information on the campaign and to make a pledge please visit: www.cathedralofmary.org/visionofhope

Giving Resources:

Make a one-time gift on FaithDirect, at the Archdiocesan giving page (select Cathedral), or by texting the word “Give” to 410-390-0999.
Set up recurring online giving with Faith Direct (Cathedral’s code is MD500) or by texting the word "Enroll" to 410-390-0999.
- If you have set up an account with Faith Direct, please contact the Parish Center at lkantz@cmoq.org or call 410-464-4000 to cancel the giving envelopes sent to your address.
Mail your donation to us at 5200 North Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21210.
We've created this easy guide to set up online giving.

Spiritual Resources:

Mass webcast here - 7 am daily Mass, Saturdays 8:15 am and 5 pm, and Sundays 11 am Masses are streamed
- Mass is broadcast Sunday at 11 am on Ch.24 (MyTV Baltimore).
myParish app: Download by texting "app" to 88202 or visiting the App store.
Cathedral Prayer List: In need of prayer? Know someone else who needs prayers? Cathedral’s Prayer List is the perfect place to submit prayer requests. Submit your prayer request online here
Rosary: Watch our YouTube channel playlist here.
Mass Intentions: contact the Parish Center at 410-464-4000 or visit us in person Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- This week's Mass intentions can be found here
Reflections: Sign up here for our email Reflection series for special liturgical seasons.

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Questions? Email Isabella Marcelino