eConnections - February 15, 2026
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eConnections
The Weekend of the Last Sunday after the Epiphany
(Year A, Last Epiphany)
February 15, 2026
Worship
Lent
re:Connections
Formation & Spirituality
Outreach & Evangelism
Cathedral Calendar
Saturday, February 14 Cyril & Methodius
10:00 am
God Outside Winter Hike
Potato Creek State Park
Sunday, February 15
Year A: The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
8:00 am
Holy Eucharist: Rite One
9:15 am
Through the Years: Lent Madness
Peg Doll Painting
10:30 am
Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
11:45
Hospitality
Youth Group
1:00 pm
St. Margaret's House Winter Walk
Monday, February 16
Cathedral Office: Closed
6:00 pm
Education for Ministry
Tuesday, February 17 Janani Luwum
Cathedral Office Hours: 9 am - 1:30 pm
4:00 pm
Panel Discussion: Iran in Crisis
Hesburgh Center for International Studies Auditorium
6:30 pm
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, February 18
Ash Wednesday
Cathedral Office: 9 am - 1:30 pm
7:30 am
Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes
St. Paul's Church, Mishawaka
12:00 pm
Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes
St. Michael & All Angels Church, South Bend
7:00 pm
Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes
The Cathedral of Saint James
Thursday, February 19 Agnes, Agatha, Lucy
Cathedral Office Hours: 9 am - 1:30 pm
No Events Scheduled
Friday, February 20 Frederick Douglass
Cathedral Office Hours: 9 am - 1:30 pm
12:05 pm
Holy Eucharist
1:00 pm
Community Lunch at Grill 362
Saturday, February 21
No Events Scheduled
Sunday, February 22
Year A: The First Sunday in Lent
8:00 am
The Great Litany & Holy Eucharist: Rite One
9:00 am
Intercessory Prayer
9:15 am
Adult Forum
10:30 am
The Great Litany & Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
11:45
Intercessory Prayer
Hospitality
Youth Group
12:30 pm
Fellowship of St. John
Cathedral Prayer List
Collect for the Last Sunday
after the Epiphany
O God, who before the passion of your only begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Anniversaries & Birthdays
02/16 Jane Hunter
02/18 Andrew Craker
02/19 Daniel Armounfelder
02/19 Frank & Karen Gray (61)
02/19 Dcn Joe Illes (100)
02/19 Charlotte LeRoy (102)
02/19 Aley Vitale-Richards
02/20 Nancy Johnson
02/21 Kay Klopfenstein
For Your Prayers
☩ In Thanksgiving...
…for a good diagnosis and outcome for Robin Earley.
During this Black History Month, we lift our hearts in joyful thanksgiving for the vibrant lives, courageous witness, and enduring soul of the Black community. We celebrate the resilient spirit that flourishes with grace and the communities that continue to lead with hope and strength.
☩ For the Repose of the Soul
For those who have departed this life, and for their families mourning their loss:
Nancy Colburn (cousin of Randy Colburn)
☩ For Those in Need of Healing & Recovery
For those facing illness, surgery, or physical distress:
Rebecca Maloy (recovering from surgery)
Mary Beth Wright (rehabbing after a fall)
Nan Noecker
Willow Grace Wilson
Joshua Henderson (brother of Chris Henderson)
Michael Anand-Obelton
Mary Brooks
Kevin Renfro (our guest trumpeter)
Steven Mast
Tim Lane, (son-in-law of Karen Slack, recovering from shoulder surgery)
Joni Carlson (continuing treatment)
James Ellar (high school classmate of Mike Jaworski, cancer recurrence)
Gideon and his family (healing)
Olivia (leukemia) and for her family
Robin & Laurie (healing from health issues)
☩ For Strength, Guidance, & Comfort
For those seeking spiritual support and peace:
Marci Ullery (friend of Patty Hans)
Patty Hans
Derek (guidance)
Billy Hans (health & guidance)
Joseph Hilliard (strength & guidance)
Joyce (strength & guidance)
Marshall Moore (strength & guidance)
☩ General Intercessions
For friends, family, and members of the community:
Cherryl Andries
The Ashby Family: Shaun, Shirley, and Roland
Richard Bitner
Alissa Broussara
Mary M. Burman
Al Caparell; Tony Lemna; Mike; Denise & Demetrius
Joni Carlson's brother
Cobie (Tina Velthuizen’s sister)
The Demler and Martindale families
Jo Dorsch
Anne Ford
Paula Fowler
Connor Gibbons
Julie Guiler (DeDe’s Stepdaughter)
Ron Gunn
Tim Haywood and Janice
Rick Hillard
Mike Jaworski and Lisa
The Jeter Family: Jamie, Mimi, Joely, Mia, and the entire family
Bill Jones and his family
Charles Kegg
Joan Machatton
Dan & Gail Mandell
Joyce Marchant
Fred & Kate Mast
Sharron McGowan
Megan (Dr. Steve Wietstock's niece)
Michael (son of Diane Hoist) and his family
Elaine Mick
Tony Molnar
Richard Murphy Jr. and Jill Bird
Daniel & Amy Petry (parents of Amanda Helfrich)
The Proffitt and Hillman families
Carolynn Raney
Sheila & family
Karen Slack
Kevin Smith
Alan Thompson
Mthr. Tina Velthuizen
Deb Walter (friend of Sherry Berkley)
Kitty Ward
Bill Young (Catherine Craker’s Father)
Donnie Zigler
☩ For Those Preparing for Holy Orders
Nan Noecker (Diaconate)
☩ World, National, and Local Community Concerns
In our Nation, currently torn by fear, oppression, and strife, may Christ bring peace, healing, and unity.
For all travelers, especially those traveling in dangerous weather conditions. May they be protected from all danger and arrive safely at their destinations.
For victims of abuse and human trafficking, that they may be given justice and experience healing in their lives.
For peace and resolution of conflicts in our own country & around the world, remembering especially this week the people of Iran.
How may we pray for you? To add (or remove) a petition from the Cathedral Prayer List, please send an email to Deacon Clay Berkley. If you are requesting prayer for someone else, please make sure you have their permission to add their name and any details to the prayer list.
Ministry Schedule
Sunday, February 15
The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
8:00 am
Reader Patty Hans
Server Mary Young-Marcks
10:30 am
Readers Cindy Laney & Erica Vitale
Eucharistic Ministers Stephen Drendall, Cherry Radin
Ushers Deborah Drendall, Nicole Pinter
Acolytes Jack Laney, Ainsley Gray, Volunteer Needed
Hospitality Rhonda Culbertson
Linens Celeste Hilliard
Sacristan Betsy VanderBurg
Tuesday, February 17
Counters Mary Lehman & Peg Swadener
Friday, February 20
Folder Peg Swadener
Cathedral Leadership
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