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| www.chnonline.org | FEBRUARY 14, 2002 |
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Dedication a thoroughly Catholic ceremonyRitual, symbolism mark reopening of cathedral
CATHOLIC HERALD STAFF MILWAUKEE -- A marathon liturgy that opened with a standing ovation as Fr. Carl Last, rector and pastor at St. John the Evangelist Cathedral, handed the cathedral's keys to Archbishop Rembert G. Weakland, proved to be thoroughly Catholic in its ritual.
"The dedication of a church is one of the biggest ceremonies that we have. We bring everything out of the sacristy. It is very, very Catholic," Weakland said during his homily. The Feb. 9 rite of dedication of the downtown cathedral incorporated the sprinkling of holy water throughout the church, ceremonious lighting of candles, billowing incense, anointing of the altar and walls with sacred chrism oil, symphonic and choral music, processions, specially selected Scripture readings and the liturgy of the Eucharist. More ... Other news ...Cathedral visitors come for firsthand look at renovation work • Local doctor realizes Olympic dream He's carrying out healing ministry for U.S. speedskaters • People of Faith: God's plan a curve ball for baseball player turned youth leader
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