Dear Partners in Ministry,
Our last Wednesday of February is also our last Wednesday of Ordinary Time for a while, as we welcome Lent next week. Lots to discuss, so read on!
Peace be with you,
Tony
NEWS
ALL MINISTRIES
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is one week from today, and with it, the beginning of the season of Lent. Masses will be celebrated at 8:30 a and 7:00 p, both in the main church, with distribution of ashes. Ushers, Servers, EMHC, and more are still needed for both Masses; please check MSP and lend a hand if able.
Next Concert Series Event March 9; Volunteers Needed
Our next Concert Series event is Sunday, March 9, featuring two familiar faces (violinist Andrew Sords and pianist Elizabeth DeMio) and a newcomer to Saint Noel, cellist Nathanael Matthews. We're in need of a few helping hands: greeters at the door to welcome our attendees and hand out programs, one or two "roadies" to assist me in moving the piano (can be done after the 11:00 Mass), setup, and teardown. If you're able to help, email me... I'll be truly grateful for the assist!
Good News re: "The Blessed and Broken"
Last weekend, we announced to the parish that our collaborative hymn, "Bless the Lord," will be published by OCP this spring. Just yesterday, I received word that OCP has also accepted "The Blessed and Broken," the well-received Communion song we introduced last year, dedication to Elke and all! I am so happy that this piece will be available for other parishes, and thank you all for your feedback, patience, and singing as the song became what it is today.
LECTORS
Reminder: Holy Week/Triduum Availability
So far, eighteen potential lectors have responded to the poll I sent on February 13, asking for interest and availability on Palm Sunday, Triduum, and Easter Sunday; thank you. If you are interested but haven't responded, please do so by Saturday, March 1. We will select this year's lectors next week. If you are not interested or able to serve on these days, no reply is needed.
MUSIC MINISTRY
Cantor Night Tomorrow Night
A reminder that tomorrow's rehearsal is a Cantor Night (if you're not a cantor, enjoy the night off, which will of course include your daily work on our Triduum music, right??). Cantors, we'll work on Psalms from March 2 through April 13.
Music Turn-In March 6
The following Thursday, March 6, is a regular rehearsal, with the added bonus of a massive turn-in opportunity to lighten your music binders! You can return any piece of music belonging to the parish that night except for the list of "keepers" below, all of which you'll need in the coming weeks.
As always, do not burden the librarians with old TEMP files, old song sheets, bulletins, etc. These items can be recycled.
KEEP LIST for March 6 (if you already have these pieces, do not turn them in).
- 1.005 Kyrie Litany (Rosen)
- 2.015 Psalm 51 (Ward)
- 2.016 Psalm 22 (Cosas)
- 2.017 Psalm 23 (Ward)
- 2.018 Psalms Vol I (Ward)
- 3.045 I Am the Bread of Life
- 3.047 O Christ Our Life
- 3.061 Take and Eat
- 3.068 With You, O Lord
- 3.069 In the Lord I’ll Be Ever Thankful
- 3.083 In God Alone My Soul
- 3.084 Lord Jesus Christ
- 6.007 Hosanna
- 6.008 Bless the Lord (Ward/STN)
- Anything handed out after today
Check next week's Wednesday Report for any updates to this list.
THIS WEEK IN LITURGY
Mar 2 · Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Bell Choir, 9:00 a and 11:00 a
Readings
- Read online at usscb.org
- Lectionary for Mass: 84
- 2025 Workbook: p. 72
- Breaking Bread 2025: p. 76
Cantors: Anthony S (5:00 p), Greg E (9:00 a), Mary P (11:00 a)
Music Selections
- Gathering: BB 304 · JS 245 · Alleluia! Give the Glory (Canedo/Hurd)
- Glory to God: BB 867 · 1.001 · Mass of Creation: Glory to God (Haugen)
- Responsorial Psalm: WA · 2.022 · Psalm 92: Lord, It Is Good (Ward)
- Gospel Acclamation: BB 930 · JS 264 · Celtic Alleluia (O'Carroll/C. Walker)
- Preparation of the Gifts: BB 566 · 3.058 · O God, You Search Me (Farrell)
- Eucharistic Acclamations: BB 868–870 · 1.001 · Mass of Creation (Haugen)
Holy · We Proclaim Your Death · Amen - Lamb of God: BB 933 · JS 789 · Lamb of God (Kendzia)
- Communion: WA · 3.059 · I Received the Living God (French carol, arr. Ward)
- Sending Forth: BB 396 · JS 821 · Celtic Alleluia: Sending Forth (O’Carroll/C. Walker)
Mar 5 · Ash Wednesday · Masses at 8:30 a, 7:00 p
Readings
- Read online at usscb.org
- Lectionary for Mass: 84
- 2025 Workbook: p. 75
- Breaking Bread 2025: p. 76
Cantors: Kathy H (8:30 a), Karin O (7:00 p)
Music Selections
- Gathering: WA · 3.067 · Bless the Lord (Taizé)
- Responsorial Psalm: WA · 2.015 · Psalm 51: Complete Setting (Ward)
- Gospel Acclamation: BB 860 · JS 178 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
- Distribution of Ashes: BB 649 · JS 345 · Turn to Me (Foley)
- Preparation of the Gifts: BB 655 · JS 531 · Seek the Lord (O’Connor)
- Eucharistic Acclamations: BB 861–865 · JS 179–183 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
Holy · We Proclaim Your Death · Amen - Lamb of God: BB 846 · JS 174 · Chant Mass: Agnus Dei
- Communion: BB 451 · 2.010 · Shepherd Me, O God (Haugen)
- Sending Forth: We go forth in sacred silence.
LOOKING AHEAD
Mar 9 · First Sunday of Lent · Rite of Sending, 9:00 a
Readings
- Read online at usscb.org
- Lectionary for Mass: x
- 2025 Workbook: p. x
- Breaking Bread 2025: p. x
Cantors: David R (5:00), Marie P (9:00), Pam P (11:00)
Music Selections
- Gathering: WA · 3.083 · In God Alone My Soul (Taizé)
- Penitential Act · Kyrie: BB 398 · 1.005 · Kyrie Litany (Rosen)
- Responsorial Psalm: WA · TEMP · Psalm 91: Be With Me, Lord (Ward)
- Gospel Acclamation: BB 860 · JS 178 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
- Preparation of the Gifts: BB 131 · JS 360 · Beyond the Days (Manalo)
- Eucharistic Acclamations: BB 861–865 · JS 179–183 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
Holy · We Proclaim Your Death · Amen - Lamb of God: BB 846 · JS 174 · Chant Mass: Agnus Dei
- Communion: WA · 3.047 · O Christ Our Life (Ward)
- Sending Forth: BB 651 · JS 535 · Change Our Hearts (Cooney)
Mar 16 · Second Sunday of Lent
Readings
- Read online at usscb.org
- Lectionary for Mass: x
- 2025 Workbook: p. x
- Breaking Bread 2025: p. x
Cantors: Rich W (5:00), Karin O (9:00), Mary P (11:00)
Music Selections
- Gathering: WA · 3.068 · With You, O Lord (Taizé)
- Penitential Act · Kyrie: BB 398 · 1.005 · Kyrie Litany (Rosen)
- Responsorial Psalm: WA · 2.018c · Psalm 27: The Lord Is My Light (Ward), p. 10
- Gospel Acclamation: BB 860 · JS 178 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
- Preparation of the Gifts: BB 649 · JS 345 · Turn to Me (Foley)
- Eucharistic Acclamations: BB 861–865 · JS 179–183 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
Holy · We Proclaim Your Death · Amen - Lamb of God: BB 846 · JS 174 · Chant Mass: Agnus Dei
- Communion: BB 364 · 3.061 · Take and Eat (Joncas)
- Sending Forth: BB 518 · JS 824 · Christ, Be Our Light (Farrell)
Mar 23 · Third Sunday of Lent · Scrutiny of the Elect, 9:00 a
Readings
On the Third, Fourth, and Fifth Sundays of Lent at 9:00 a, we celebrate the Scrutinies with our catechumen, Samantha. The readings for these Masses come from Year A. The Year C readings will be proclaimed at the other two Masses.
- Read online at usscb.org:
- Year A Readings (9:00 a)
- Year C Readings (5:00 p, 11:00 a)
- Lectionary for Mass:
- Year A Readings (9:00 a):
- Year C Readings (5:00 p, 11:00 a):
- 2025 Workbook:
- Year A Readings (9:00 a): p. x
- Year C Readings (5:00 p, 11:00 a): p. x
- Breaking Bread 2025
- Year A Readings (9:00 a): p. x
- Year C Readings (5:00 p, 11:00 a): p. x
Cantors: Tony W (5:00), Greg E (9:00), Kathy P (11:00)
Music Selections
- Gathering: WA · 3.069 · In the Lord I'll Be Ever Thankful (Taizé)
- Penitential Act · Kyrie: BB 398 · 1.005 · Kyrie Litany (Rosen)
- Responsorial Psalm
- Year A Readings (9:00 a): BB 779 · JS 71 · Ps 95: If Today You Hear His Voice (Soper)
- Year C Readings (5:00 p, 11:00 a): BB 653 · JS 532 · Loving and Forgiving (Soper)
- Gospel Acclamation: BB 860 · JS 178 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
- Preparation of the Gifts: WA · 6.008 · Bless the Lord (NETTLETON/Ward/St. Noel)
- Eucharistic Acclamations: BB 861–865 · JS 179–183 · Mass of Renewal (Stephan)
Holy · We Proclaim Your Death · Amen - Lamb of God: BB 846 · JS 174 · Chant Mass: Agnus Dei
- Communion: BB 625 · JS 829 · The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
- Sending Forth: BB 458 · JS 692 · I Heard the Voice of Jesus (KINGSFOLD/Bonar)
RESOURCES
MUSIC SELECTIONS: Ordinary Time I (Winter) · Jan 19–Mar 2, 2025