Sandwiches and shoes; these two things are often associated with �e Basilica’s St. Vincent de Paul ministries. And indeed, these are two important aspects of our daily outreach that meet the immediate needs of those struggling in our community. A donation of $1.00 to our St. Vincent de Paul pays for a sandwich and a cup of co"ee handed out at the rectory door to someone that might otherwise go without a meal. I know this comparison is probably overused but as someone that indulges in her fair share of lattes, $1.00 for a sandwich and a cup of co"ee is pretty powerful when you consider that it is di'cult to leave Starbucks without spending at least $5.00. And if sandwiches and shoes were all that St. Vincent de Paul did, it would be an inspiring program. But what continues to amaze me about this ministry is that it is so much more than sandwiches and shoes. Not only is St. Vincent de Paul providing emergency assistance, it is building bridges, providing digni+ed support to our brothers and sisters in need, and creating a common good. �is past year the St. Vincent de Paul mentoring program had 21 mentors that provided more than 800 hours of 1-on-1 mentoring to students at Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC). �is partnership helps students who struggle with homelessness by expanding networks for career development, improving opportunities for success, and providing scholarships upon completion of the program. �is past month a refugee family arrived in Minneapolis. St. Vincent de Paul is providing safe housing and everyday supplies for a family of six, as they emigrate from a refugee camp in Kenya. �is past week, and almost every week, StreetSong-MN, a choir comprised of people currently or formerly homeless and those who care about them, come together to unite voices and create community.

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Associate Development Director The Basilica of Saint Mary

Life-Changing Ministries

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 �nd your own. Jeremiah 29:7

5TH SUNDAY OF LENT

SUNDAY, MARCH 13

EUCHARIST

Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 4:30pm, 6:30pm Monday-Friday 7:00am and 12:00pm Saint Joseph Chapel

�e nursery is available during the Sunday 9:30am and 11:30am Masses for children through age 4.

Please use the ground level doors for handicap entrance. Wheelchairs are available upon request.

RECONCILIATION

Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am and by appointment.

BAPTISM & MARRIAGE

Please call the Parish O'ce.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

AND HOMEBOUND

COMMUNION

Please call the Parish O'ce.

THE BASILICA

OF SAINT MARY

16th Street & Hennepin Avenue PO Box 50010 Minneapolis, MN 55405-0010 612.333.1381 mary.org @basilicampls

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And every so often I am reminded +rst hand of the power St. Vincent de Paul has when someone comes to the Cowley Center looking for an ID or bus voucher. I can see the relief in their eyes that the answer is not “no we can’t help,” but simply they have arrived at the wrong building. �ese are just a few ways that St. Vincent de Paul responded to more than 30,000 of our brothers and sisters in need in 2015. �is Lent, we ask you to consider a pledge to support our life-changing St. Vincent de Paul ministries. One hundred percent of your donation goes directly to support those in need. Together, we can work to change the culture of poverty in our community. Please consider +lling out a St. Vincent de Paul pledge form and mailing it in, dropping it in the collection basket, or you can also pledge online at mary.org/donate.

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY�

International Women's Day was celebrated on March 8, beginning in the early 1900s. Today, many events are held by women's groups around the world. In di"erent regions, the focus of the celebrations ranges from general celebration of respect, appreciation, and love towards women to a celebration for women's economic, political, and social achievements.

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!ere are many organizations that advocate for women in our community: JEREMIAH PROGRAM

Located across the street from �e Basilica, Jeremiah o"ers an opportunity for women with young children to move from poverty to prosperity together. �rough a commitment to education, a safe and a"ordable place to live, and empowerment and life skills training, their families are stabilized and able to +nd a path out of poverty: jeremiahprogram.org. �

WOMEN VENTURE

For more than three decades, Women Venture has provided women of all ages, cultures, races and income levels the tools and resources needed to achieve economic success through small business ownership: womenventure.org. �

RIPPLE EFFECT IMAGES

A team of journalists travel to international hot spots where the role of women in society is entwined with environmental concerns; where conKict and poverty meet dwindling resources, water scarcity, crop failure, rising sea levels, and the spread of disease. �eir mission is to harness the power of visual storytelling to help scale solutions for women and girls globally. �ey identify best practice aid programs and document their innovative and sustainable solutions: ripplee"ectimages.org .

LOCAL STEWARDSHIP

SUNDAY, MARCH 13

9:15am Children’s Learning 11:00am Adult Learning 11:30am Children’s Liturgy 3:00pm Solemn Vespers for Lent 5:30pm Youth Learning MONDAY, MARCH 14

9:30am SVdP Shoe Ministry TUESDAY, MARCH 15

9:15am Lenten Morning Prayer 9:30am SVdP Outreach Ministry 10:30am Prayer Shawl Ministry 6:00pm Lector Practice* 6:30pm RCIA Session 6:30pm Eco Stewardship Team 7:00pm Mundus* WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16

9:00am Sandwich Ministry 9:30am SVdP Outreach Ministry 11:00am Christian Life: Bill Pederson 11:30am Listening Ministry 5:30pm MCTC Mentor Meeting* 5:30pm Disability Committee Meeting 5:30pm Cherub Choir* 5:45pm Choristers Choir* 6:00pm JustFaith* 6:30pm Gospel of Luke 7:00pm Basilica Cathedral Choir* 7:00pm Juventus* 7:00pm Children’s Learning THURSDAY, MARCH 17

9:15am Lenten Morning Prayer 9:30am SVdP Outreach Ministry 11:30am Listening Ministry 6:00pm Pathways 6:00pm Catholic Social Teaching 7:15pm Young Adult Bible Study FRIDAY, MARCH 18

5:30pm Eucharist 6:00pm Soup Supper 7:00pm Stations of the Cross SATURDAY, MARCH 19

9:00am Confessions 9:30am SVdP Shoe Ministry 9:00am Rock Solid Marriages 5:00pm Mass of Anticipation 7:00pm AA Meeting *registration/audition required

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LITURGY

SAINT PATRICK’S DAY

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, NOON MASS, SAINT JOSEPH CHAPEL

We will mark this feast with festive music (piano and cantor)

SOLEMN VESPERS FOR PALM SUNDAY

SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 3:00PM, THE BASILICA CHOIR STALLS

At 2:15pm, �e Basilica Schola Cantorum will perform a series of meditative pieces as we begin Holy Week. Vespers to follow immediately after the concert.

HOLY WEEK/TRIDUUM/EASTER

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21-MARCH 23

7:00am & Noon, Eucharist Saint Joseph Chapel 9:15am Morning Prayer Choir Stalls

TUESDAY, MARCH 22

5:30pm Taizé Prayer with Individual Confessions Teresa of Calcutta Hall

HOLY THURSDAY-MARCH 24

9:15am Morning Prayer Choir Stalls Noon Midday Prayer Choir Stalls 7:00pm Celebration of the Lord’s Supper �e Basilica 9:00pm Quiet Prayer until 10:00pm Choir Stalls

GOOD FRIDAY-MARCH 25

9:15am Morning Prayer Choir Stalls Noon Stations of the Cross �e Basilica 3:00pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion �e Basilica 7:00pm Tenebrae �e Basilica

HOLY SATURDAY-MARCH 26

9:15am Morning Prayer Choir Stalls Noon Midday Prayer Choir Stalls 7:00pm Celebration of the Lord’s Resurrection Cathedral Choir, organ, Kute, brass & timpani EASTER SUNDAY - MARCH 27

7:00am Eucharist at Sunrise Cantor, organ, soprano & violin 9:30am Solemn Eucharist Cathedral Choir, organ & brass Noon Solemn Eucharist Cathedral Choir, Choristers, organ & brass 4:30pm Eucharist Mundus & Juventus !ere is no 6:30pm Mass. SOLEMN VESPERS FOR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 3:00PM, THE BASILICA CHOIR STALLS

Led by �e Basilica Schola Cantorum.

MISSA CHORALIS

VISITING SOLOIST

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 5:00PM

Sodalitas Musicum Maria: Ensemble of �e Basilica Cantors.

LIGHT IN DEEPEST NIGHT: A

LENTEN MEDITATION BASED

ON THE WRITINGS OF JULIAN

OF NORWICH

SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2:15PM,

CHOIR STALLS

�e Schola Cantorum of the Basilica of Saint Mary presents: Light in the Deepest Night for SATB voices with organ and string quartet. �e 2:15pm performance will be followed by Vespers in the Choir Stalls.

GET INVOLVED

EASTER MEMORIAL

DECORATIONS

Help us beautify �e Basilica this Easter. Please consider a special gift for Easter Kowers in honor or in memory of someone special in your life. You may give online at www.mary.org/donate. Memorials received by March 8 will be listed in the Easter worship leaKet.

CELEBRATE OUR PARISH

Enjoy �e Basilica’s Parish Picnic? Come help make it possible! Join our Parish Picnic committee to help plan this fun annual event. Contact Ashley at 612.317.3417 or awyatt@mary.org if interested.

HONORING OUR PAST

Help �e Basilica plan our annual August Basilica Day, a celebration of our 100+ year history. Contact Ashley at 612.317.3417 or awyatt@mary.org if interested.

MUSIC

ATONEMENT: WORKS BY MARK ROBERTS AND JAMES

QUENTIN YOUNG

Located on the lower level, Pope John XXIII Gallery.

ART EXHIBIT THROUGH MARCH 28

LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS

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SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT

JOIN THE OUTREACH TEAM!

St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministry, held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and �ursday mornings in the Teresa of Calcutta Hall, is currently seeking volunteers to assist with environmental management of our space. Do you have experience in the security/safety profession? If so, your skills and talents are needed! Contact Julia at 612.317.3413 or jfreeman@mary.org for more information on how you can join this important Basilica ministry .

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

MINISTRIES INFORMATION

TABLE THIS WEEKEND!

Stop by the information table after the 9:30 and 11:30am Masses in the Teresa of Calcutta Hall on Sunday March 13 and learn more about ministries such as Pathways and Meals on Wheels, Shoe & Outreach, and the many other Christian Life Ministries.

BUILDING BRIDGES:

CONFRONTING

ISLAMOPHOBIA

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 1:00-2:30PM,

THE BASILICA’S LOWER LEVEL

Join in a safe, non-threatening interfaith discussion that can raise awareness on Islamophobia in our community. Our speaker will be Dr. Todd Green, author of the book the fear of Islam: an introduction to Islamophobia in the West and Associate Professor of Religion at Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. �is is a timely and important discussion in our community. For more information, call 612.317.3477.

EMMAUS LISTENING MINISTRY

Emmaus Listening training will be held in April, providing the tools and skills for active, compassionate, nonjudgmental listening. For information call or e-mail Cathy Edwards 612.317.3474 or cedwards@mary.org.

CHRISTIAN LIFE

GET INVOLVED

PATHWAYS

Did you know that every �ursday evening from 6:00-8:15pm, a team of dedicated volunteers hosts Pathways, our faith-based series of life-skills classes? Stop by anytime! Location is room LL7 in �e Basilica school. All are welcome; registration is not needed. Questions? Contact Julia at 612.317.3413.

MN COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS DAY ON THE HILL

TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 9:00AM-3:00PM

MN STATE CAPITOL

Homeless Day on the Hill is coming soon! Join hundreds of Minnesotans for a great day of advocacy. Free registration. Contact 612.317.3477 for more information. �e day will include: • Welcome and advocacy training • Meeting with legislators and/or sta" • Committee hearings and action opportunities to support housing, economic security, and voting rights

EVERY CHURCH A PEACE CHURCH MARCH POTLUCK

NONVIOLENCE IN AN ERA OF ENDLESS WAR

MONDAY, MARCH 21, 6:30PM

SAINT JOAN OF ARC CHURCH, 4537 3RD AVE S, MINNEAPOLIS

Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer, Associate Professor of Justice and Peace Studies at the University of St. �omas will present this session. For information call 612.317.3477 or jandersen@mary.org.

LOAVES & FISHES—SERVING A MEAL IN NORTH MINNEAPOLIS

FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2200 EMERSON AVE N, MINNEAPOLIS

Join the fun and help to cook/serve a meal for our neighbors in North Minneapolis who are facing the challenges of hunger at River of Life Church. �is opportunity is held every other odd numbered month, but if you’d only like to volunteer once, that is just +ne! To register contact Mike at 763.588.8167 or mscanlan894@hotmail.com.

TRASH TALK: UPDATE

Last May, �e Basilica began a process of sorting trash into 3 bins: Organics, Recycling, and Trash. As a result of this initiative—and your help—we have cut the amount of trash that goes to land+lls by half! We reduced our monthly average of trash from 5,410 lbs (January-April) to 2,787 lbs (May-October). Our collection of organics is a monthly average of 1,373 lbs. Please continue to be attentive to the signs on the di"erent bins. Remember, all of our paper cups, plates, and disposable utensils can be composted in the Organics bin.

GRACEFUL JOURNEY

Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for you are at my side…” �is is a beautiful Psalm, a source of comfort and strength. We often do have fears when we think about the end of life, ours or a loved one who is ill or aging. Join us at �e Basilica this Spring. �ere is a way to know and share our preferences before there is a medical crisis. �ere is no cost to attend this 2 part work shop. Registration is required. Visit our website at mary.org. Questions? Contact at Cathy 612.317.3474 or cewards@mary.org.

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RCIA PRAYER BASKETS

�roughout Lent, you will see baskets in church with the names of those who are preparing to be received into the Catholic church at the Easter Vigil. Please feel free to take a card and commit to praying for this person during Lent. You may write a note to the person that you are praying for and drop it into the collection basket with the person’s name and RCIA noted. �ank you for helping us to warmly welcome our RCIA group into the parish community.

FORGIVENESS, JUSTICE AND

MERCY

SUNDAYS, THROUGH MARCH 13,

11:00AM-12:30PM

COWLEY CENTER, WAGNER

ROOM

Led by Amy Levad, Ph.D., this series will explore a case of Christian forgiveness following a school shooting in Nickel Pines, PA. Based on this case study we will consider how forgiveness, justice and mercy can work together and how Reconciliation exempli+es the connections between these virtues for Christians. !e fee for this program is $20. Scholarships available.

HOW IS GOD’S MERCY

REVEALED IN THE GOSPELS

SUNDAYS, APRIL 24, MAY 1 AND 8,

11:00AM-12:30PM

GROUND LEVEL, SAINTS AMBROSE

AND TERESA ROOM

Led by Dr. Charles Bobertz, this series will center on how God’s mercy is uniquely portrayed in each of the Gospels in select passages. !e fee for this program is $20, scholarships available. Please register at www.mary.org by April 21.

STUDY AND REFLECTION

LEARNING

BASILICA YOUNG ADULTS

WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY

THURSDAYS, 7:15-8:45PM

THE BASILICA GROUND LEVEL

SAINT JOSEPH CHAPEL

�e perfect Bible Study for a busy lifestyle— no preparation needed, come when you can. During Lent, our study will focus on the topic of Mercy. Registration is not needed and no cost to attend.

BYA CATHOLICISM SERIES

SELECTED SUNDAYS, 5:45-

7:15PM

THE BASILICA GROUND LEVEL

STS. AMBROSE/TERESA ROOM

March 13: Mystical Union of Christ and the Church March 20: !e Mystery of the Liturgy and the Eucharist Registration is not needed. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted at each event. A light meal will be served. See mary.org for the full schedule of dates and topics.

BYA

FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD

THROUGH MAY 15 DURING THE 11:30 MASS

Children’s Liturgy of the Word allows children to attend Mass with their family and then participate in a kid-focused liturgy during the Liturgy of the Word. We encourage the children to sing, pray, and discuss the readings for that Sunday hoping to give them a morsel to chew on for the rest of their week. Please note that CLW will not be o�ered on Palm Sunday or Easter Sunday, March 20 and 27.

CHILDREN’S MASS BAGS

We now have Mass bags for parents with small children available in the back of church. Please feel free to use them during Mass as needed and return to the back of the church after Mass.

BAPTISM FOR INFANTS AND YOUNG CHILDREN

Baptism Preparation classes are o"ered monthly as a prerequisite to registering a child for baptism. Baptism Masses are scheduled approximately eight times per year on Sunday afternoons. Please contact the Learning O'ce at 612.317.3414 or mslaughter@mary.org to learn more about the process and to request registration materials.

MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT

REMARRIAGE/BLENDED FAMILY SEMINAR

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 9:00AM-NOON, REARDON RECTORY 3RD FLOOR

DINING ROOM

Are you currently in a remarriage, or considering marrying someone who has been married before or has children? �is important and helpful seminar deals wit the important and unique issues faced by couples in a remarriage and/or blended family. Please register at mary.org or contact Nancy at nkeller@mary.org for more details.

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DEVELOPMENT

THE BASILICA LANDMARK

BALL PRESENTS VELANTIUM

(SHELTER)

SATURDAY, MAY 21

ARIA MINNEAPOLIS

Every person who comes to �e Basilica receives shelter. Some come carrying everything they own to +nd warmth and hope. Others come empty-handed and leave spiritually renewed. Every day of every season, �e Basilica is a haven for all—body and soul. And now, high above �e Basilica nave, the roof that protects us all, needs us all. Join us for an exciting night supporting the restoration and preservation of our shelter for heart, soul, and spirit. Tickets are available for purchase at mary.org/landmarkball. For more information or to sponsor the event, contact Meghan Gustafson at mgustafson@mary.org or 612.317.3428.

2016 CITIES 97 BASILICA

BLOCK PARTY

FRIDAY, JULY 8 AND SATURDAY,

JULY 9

�e Basilica Block Party is back for its 22nd year! Mark your calendar for a great weekend of fun and music bene+ting the e"orts of �e Basilica Landmark and St. Vincent de Paul. Celebrate this summer tradition with great food, good friends, tasty beverages, and unbelievable bands!

#e Bands Check out our website at basilicablockpary.org and Cities 97 for ticket and band line-up information! Coming in April!

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To Volunteer Online volunteer sign up begins May 5. Visit basilicablockparty.org to see opportunities and to sign up. Contact Holly at 612.317.3457 or hdockendorf@mary.org for more information.

COMING UP

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL PLEDGE DRIVE THIS WEEKEND

�e Basilica of Saint Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul ministry directly serves our neighbors every day of the week. With your support, we provide dignity, build bridges, and create a common good for our brothers and sisters in need. And we cannot do this without you. Each Lent we ask you to pledge your support for our St. Vincent de Paul ministry. One hundred percent of your SVdP gifts to directly to serve people in need. $5 provides ten sandwiches, $20 provides a gas voucher or bus card, and $75 provides 5 pairs of shoes. Please make a commitment to SVdP during our pledge drive. You can also pledge online at mary.org/donate.

AN EASTER GIFT TO THE BASILICA

Your support helps keep �e Basilica shining bright, serving as a joyful, beautiful reminder of God’s presence. �is Easter, please consider making a special gift to ensure our church remains a place of hope and a symbol of God's love every single day. Your generosity supports our life-changing ministries. Please donate online at mary.org and click on Donate. kmauel@mary.org.

BEAUTIFY THE BASILICA THIS EASTER

Each Easter, �e Basilica abounds with Easter lilies, symbol of the resurrection, and all colorful spring Kowers. Please consider a gift for Easter Kowers at �e Basilica this year so our beloved Basilica looks her very best. Gifts in honor or in memory of a loved one received by Tuesday, March 15 will be acknowledged in the Easter worship leaKet.

MILESTONE BIRTHDAYS

�e oldest baby boomers began turning 65 in 2011. �at’s a signi+cant milestone for many of us and it often provides the needed motivation to get our a"airs in order. Even though the average U.S. life expectancy is approaching 80, it’s a good idea to make sure your wishes are clear well in advance of that time. Having your bene+ciaries on your 401(k) and IRA will ensure that your +nancial resources go to the people and causes you wish to support. Making or updating your Will or Trust will express your wishes as you see them today, although they may change as your situation and interests evolve. If you’re within sight of that magic “65” number and considering your estate planning, please consider a legacy gift to �e Basilica Landmark, Tax ID # 41-1754864. Bring your questions to “Talk to a Lawyer—5 Cents for 5 Minutes” on Sunday, April 3, after the 9:30 and 11:30am Masses. For additional information contact Kristian at 612.317.3421 or kmauel@mary.org.

THE BASILICA LANDMARK ANNUAL FUND

�e Basilica Landmark is hard at work to make great improvements on our campus, addressing growing needs, working to steward our buildings and ensuring �e Basilica's service to the community will continue. When you give today, your generosity will help fund this year’s critical projects: a new church roof, and re-pointing the stone work on �e Basilica’s beautiful exterior, two important tasks whose time is overdue. For all new donors to the Landmark Annual Fund, a generous donor will donate $100 towards your gift. No minimum gift required. For more information and to donate, please visit thebasilicalandmark.org. Questions? Contact Emily at 612.317.3455 or ehjelm@mary.org. �ank you for your support.