cathedral times The Weekly Newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip, Serving Atlanta and the World
December 27, 2015 and January 3, 2016
MY FIRST THANK YOU NOTE! Thank you! I am writing my first thank you note of the Christmas season to you – the glorious Cathedral parish community! Thank you for your presence, your care, your generosity during the month of December and into the Christmas season! This beautiful community serves and sings, prays and plays, worships and witnesses throughout the year. But we do so even more intensely during the Advent and Christmas seasons. It takes a lot of preparation and work. A lot. But you have witnessed beautifully to the incarnation here. You are the signs that God continues to be real, in the flesh, in this holy place. My Christmas Eve sermon this year was about lists. “Make a list!” I said, “of the people you are thankful for! Giving lists show us where our soul is.” Well, many of you have given dearly to the worship and witness of the Cathedral Parish of St. Philip. And it shows. This place has soul because of you! Like Mary, “my soul magnifies the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior.” Thank you for Christmas at the Cathedral this year!
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. From this week’s lectionary John 1:1-2
Love to you, and Peace!
PROGR A MS DUR ING THE WEEK T U E S DAYS The Dean’s Men’s Bible Study: 7–8 a.m., Room 319. This group meets consistently to read and study scripture, share faith stories, and support each other in prayer. A light breakfast is available. We finish by 8 a.m. so those gathered may go into the world to carry on their ministries.
2016 CH APTER Rob Adams (Junior Warden), Mary Bondurant, Josh Borden, Kate Brewer, Matt Caine, Mary Caroline Cravens (Senior Warden), Joan Gilbert, Austin Hall, Jason Hultgren, Lindsey Hardegree, Wade Hooper, Eric Mininberg, Doug O’Bryan (Treasurer), Brad Reeves, Julie Rief, Ruth Russ, Susan Troutman, George Watson, Anne Young
CLERGY A ND SENIOR STA FF The Very Rev. Samuel G. Candler Dean Dale Adelmann, Ph.D. Canon for Music The Rev. George M. Maxwell, Jr. Vicar The Rev. C. Wallace Marsh IV Canon for Worship and Parish Life Mary Hunter Rouse Canon for Education The Rev. Carolynne G. Williams Canon for Pastoral Care and Elder Ministry The Rev. Catherine Zappa Canon for Spirituality and Mission The Rev. John William Harkins III, Ph.D. Priest Associate The Rev. Todd D. Smelser Canon Associate for Pastoral Care The Rev. Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D. Priest Associate The Rev. Juan Sandoval Deacon for Hispanic Ministries
Early Morning Women’s Bible Study: 7–8 a.m., Walthour Library. Canon Cathy Zappa leads this group. Women of all ages are encouraged to join us for good fellowship and lively conversation. W E D N E S DAYS The Dean’s Women’s Bible Study: 10:45–11:45 a.m., Room 319. This group meets consistently to read and study scripture, share faith stories, and support each other in prayer. We close promptly at 11:45 a.m. in order to get to carpools and lunches! Eat Your Word Bible Study: Noon, Room 239. Canon Cathy Zappa leads this Bible study. Centering Prayer: 6:30 p.m., Lanier House Chapel. Contact Jeannie Mahood at jmahood@ stphilipscathedral.org. T H U R S DAYS Centering Prayer: 4 p.m., Lanier House Chapel. Contact Ann Hickman, mannhick@aol. com.
WOR SHIP SCHEDULE Sunday, December 27, 2015 / Christmas 1C
Sunday, January 3, 2016 / Christmas 2C
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: Canon Wallace Marsh
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Isaiah 61:10-62:3 Psalm 147 Epistle: Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7 Gospel: John 1:1-18
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins Preacher: Canon Carolynne Williams Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
11:15 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon Carolynne Williams 11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Jeremiah 31:7-14 Psalm 84 Epistle: Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-19a Gospel: Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon Carolynne Williams Preacher: Dean Sam Candler Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: Canon Wallace Marsh
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: Dean Sam Candler
11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant: Canon Wallace Marsh Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval 4 p.m.
Choral Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa
MUSIC MUSIC Sunday, December 27, 2015 / Christmas 1C 8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Organ 11:15 a.m. Congregational Lessons and Carols, with Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir and Choristers Richard Runciman Terry, Myn Lyking Traditional English carol, arr. William Llewellyn, A Somerset Carol
CHRISTMAS CHOR AL EUCHARIST AT 4 PM ON JANUARY 3 The Cathedral Schola will lead a service of Choral Eucharist on Sunday, January 3, at 4 p.m. Music for the service will include Tomás Luis de Victoria’s well-known Renaissance motet “O magnum mysterium,” as well as Victoria’s mass setting based on the same motet. Come and start the new year with worship featuring some of the great music of the Renaissance in our marvelous space!
Sunday, January 3, 2016 / Christmas 2C 8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Staff Singers 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir Matthew Owens, The holly and the ivy from Piae Cantiones (1582), arr. Sir David Willcocks, Unto us is born a Son 4 p.m. Choral Eucharist / Cathedral Schola Tomás Luis de Victoria, Missa O magnum mysterium Tomás Luis de Victoria, O magnum mysterium
CHILDR EN ALLEGRO: MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Using play, movement, singing, and instruments, Allegro and Musikgarten classes help younger children through age 5 develop musical skills and knowledge as well as an appreciation for music, using the Musikgarten curriculum. Classes start again in early January and are grouped by age, featuring varied times and age-appropriate curricula. All classes are taught by Brenda Pruitt, and are held in the Allegro room, downstairs next to the choir room. For more information and to register, go to stphilipscathedral.org/allegro.
OUTR EACH HELP ST. VERONICA’S GUILD COLLECT TOILETRIES As we approach the Epiphany, St. Veronica’s Guild invites you, in the spirit of the Magi, to help us offer gifts of hospitality to strangers. Bring personal care items to support several ministries that serve people in Atlanta who are poor, homeless, or have mental and emotional disabilities: Crossroads Community Ministries, Emmaus House, Holy Comforter Friendship Center, and Church of the Common Ground. Some of the items you can donate are unopened hotel and airline toiletries, such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, razors, shaving cream, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. Place your gifts in the marked containers in the Atrium on Sundays in January, or bring them to the parish Epiphany party hosted by Sara and Donnie Chapman on January 6. St. Veronica’s Guild will organize and deliver your gifts to the ministries listed above. These are small packages, but they help the people served by these ministries in a big way, allowing people to retain their dignity by being clean and healthy. For more information, contact Lucy Perry, 404-350-9494 or perry72@aol.com, or Judy Bodner, 404-814-1468 or jhbodner@ mindspring.com.
Children’s, youth, and most adult Sunday School classes will resume on Sunday, January 10. Find out more at stphilipscathedral.org/learn.
CHR ISTM AS ALTAR FLOWER S GIV EN TO THE GLORY OF GOD And in memory of: Mr. and Mrs. Elam C. Addy Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Eugene Addy William Bowen Astrop Mr. and Mrs. Leon C. Bramlett Mr. and Mrs. W. Chester Brewer Goble W. Bryant Mr. and Mrs. James D. Burge Robert M. Bush Mr. and Mrs. John H. Candler Mr. John H. Candler, Jr. Sara Craig Mr. Willard Cummings Mr. and Mrs. Oran Dodd Bettie Willerson Driver Frances Woodruff DuBose Merry and Jamie Ellington Barbara and Collier Ellis Margaret Bolling Jones Feild Kay Barclay Feild Theophilus Agricola Feild III Theophilus Agricola Feild, Jr. Louise and Ike Fisher Jimmy Fisher Freda and Theodore Fisher and Family Mr. French B. Frazier, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph L. Gazaway Harry L. Gilham, Jr. Caroline L. Grassell Virginia Simpson Gray Richard M. Gregory Larsen C. Gregory Florence and Gerald Dunn Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Griffith
Mr. Robert S. Griffith, Jr. Rodger E. Herndon Marian Roberts Hicks Barbara Holcombe Augusta Collins and Richard Horsey Stuart M. Irby Patricia Collins Johnson Fred Jones Isabella Woolford Kennedy Mr. and Mrs. Ernest D. Key, Sr. Frank and Caroline Kibler Mr. Ed Kilby Helen and Hicks Lanier Alec S. Lansing Brennan W. Lansing Price Lineberger Robert Radcliff Lyons Jean and Lion G. Mason Joan Ruggiero McCumber Mr. and Mrs. V.W. McKinney Nicholas W. Mitchell, Jr. Hollis Morris Edward Nesper Mrs. Norma Dodd Newman Mary Claire Palmer Scotty Cates Pannell Immacula Petit Barbara Johnson Prickett Robert H. Radcliff, Jr. Roy and Mary Richardson Clarence N. Ridley Betty Sanford Tish and Jack Sharp Miss Kandy Slater
Stephen B. Stallcup Jim Strain Roy A.G. and Jennie M. Tattrie Beverly Bailey Taylor The Rev. Martin and Carolyn Tilson Gudmund Vigtel Robert K. Wickham Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Wight Augusta Wight Dr. Robert T. Willingham Charles B. Woodall, Jr. Oliver Wright William Beck Wylly And in thanksgiving for: Betty and Bill Poole Andrew Christopher Benson Cathedral Clergy, Staff and Choir Marilyn and Terry Dornbush The Cathedral Flower Guild Slate, Mat, Jim and Camille Fluker Avery and David Fontaine French Anne, Frank, and Eliza Frazier Mrs. French B. Frazier, Jr. Our girls Alex, Allison and L.C. I. Beth Jones Adam Oyenuga Mac and Dorothy Perno The Cathedral Sexton and Housekeeping Staff Thomas Slade Tucker, Jr. As of December 16
CATHEDR AL BOOK STOR E SMALL TREASURES – WRITING ABOUT YOUR LIFE IN SHORTS! This winter, the Rev. Martha Sterne will lead a small group in writing short memoir pieces. Martha says, “Everybody has a small book in them. Come write yours.” There’s no telling what you will want to do with what you create! The group will meet from 10 a.m.–noon on Tuesdays, January 12, 19, and 26, and February 9. Space is limited, so reserve your spot ($45) now, through the Book Store: 404-237-7582 or cbs3@ mindspring.com.
THE HART READERS The Hart Readers will meet Wednesday, January 6 at 6:30 p.m. in Walthour Library to discuss The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson. The Rev. Martha Sterne and Dr. Catherine Meeks will lead us. In this epic, beautifully written masterwork, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson chronicles one of the great untold stories of American history: the decades-long migration of black citizens who fled the South for northern and western cities, in search of a better life. From 1915 to 1970, this exodus of almost six million people changed the face of America. For more information, contact Kerith Lee, 404-237-7582 or cbs3@mindspring.com.
CATHEDR AL A NTIQUES SHOW CATHEDR AL ANTIQUES SHOW TICKETS NOW ON SALE The Cathedral Antiques Show wants our fellow parishioners to be among the first to know that tickets to all Antiques Show events are now on sale in the Cathedral Book Store and at cathedralantiques.org. If you are a show patron, some event tickets will be included in your patron package. If you’re not a patron, it’s not too late to join us! Check the website for all the benefits of each patron level. This could be your chance to knock out much of your Christmas shopping, particularly for those on your list who are especially tricky to buy for. (Think mothers-in-law, co-workers, and siblings!) Tickets to a special speaker or the Tour of Homes could be just the thing, if another set of reindeer guest towels won’t do. Newlyweds would love two tickets to see the First Place Passion homes in the Springlake neighborhood. And those who just love a good time will be thrilled with tickets to the fabulous Preview Party! FIRST PLACE PASSION TOUR ($20) Sunday, January 31, 1–4 p.m. Five unique homes in the charming Springlake neighborhood are on tour and reflect the creativity and passion of first time homeowners. PREVIEW PARTY ($150) Wednesday, February 3, 6:30–9 p.m. The Preview Party is a gala opening night, which offers an exclusive look of the show. Sponsors, patrons, and their guests will be able to walk among the antiques and flowers while enjoying delectable offerings of food and wine. THE ANTIQUES SHOW ($15) Thursday, February 4 and Friday, February 5, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. The Antiques Show features more than twenty-five select dealers from around the country offering a wide variety of beautiful antiques and collectibles in a broad price range including exquisite porcelain, furniture, jewelry, rugs, art, and silver. FLOWER FESTIVAL (INCLUDED IN PRICE OF ANTIQUES SHOW) Thursday, February 4 and Friday, February 5, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. See the best in creative floral design. Multiple spaces throughout the Cathedral are adorned with the work of Atlanta garden clubs and flower guilds. TALKS AND BOOK SIGNINGS ($20 EACH) Thursday, February 4, 11 a.m. Suzanne Rheinstein, Architectural Digest 100 interior designer Friday, February 5, 11 a.m. Clint Smith,* Veranda magazine editor Friday, February 5, 2 p.m. Gudrun Cottenier,* European floral designer Saturday, February 6, 11 a.m. Julia Reed, Garden & Gun contributor ` *Choose the “Friday Bouquet” to hear both floral experts, see the show and the Flower Festival, all for $45 TOUR OF HOMES ($30; $35 DAY OF TOUR) Sunday, February 7, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Step into a world of timeless style as five of Atlanta’s most beautiful private residences are opened to the public for just one day. Each home is a showcase of the best in interior design, architecture, and craftsmanship. FOR MORE DETAILS ON SPEAKERS AND EVENTS, VISIT CATHEDR ALANTIQUES.ORG.
STEWAR DSHIP YEAR-END GIVING The Cathedral needs to receive over $800,000 in contributions in December in order to have our income meet our expenses. Here’s how you can help: •
Cash and check contributions can be mailed, placed in the plate at any service, or hand-delivered to the Cathedral stewardship or finance offices. A contribution must be received at the Cathedral by Thursday, December 31 or postmarked by Thursday, December 31 in order for it to be considered a 2015 tax deduction.
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Credit card donations may be processed at the Atrium kiosk any time the building is open.
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Online contributions can be made via stphilipscathedral.org/contribute. Contributions can be processed through Thursday, December 31 in order to be considered for a 2015 tax deduction.
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Stock certificates must delivered to our office by Thursday, December 31 or be received by our broker by Thursday, December 31. Shares can be transferred electronically to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (DTC #0015), Account #308-130762. Our contact is Cathy Lamb at 404-266-6315. Please notify David Rocchio, drocchio@stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1033, of the transfer.
Year-end statements of contributions will be mailed in late January 2016 accounting for all of your contributions in the 2015 calendar year. Please contact David Rocchio, drocchio@stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1033, with any questions.
PR AYER S For those who are ill or recovering Lucy Baker Priscilla Beale Karen Bellaire Virginia Bicksler George Bird John Blair Susan Carlisle Winnie Clark Sally Coulter Lawrence Cowart Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Angela Ellis Mary Elrod Mary Ann Frazier D. Louis Gruver, Jr. Connie Hoar Ruthie Hunter Karen League Jack Lyle Herb Matthews Dick Miller Mary Nevins Kay Ottley Marian Palmore
Jennifer Rankin Jonna Rankine Roy Unkefer Sumner Waite, Jr. Dick Wilson Hollis Youngner Chandra Westafer Julia Alston Rodger Beatty Campbell Beckwith Paige Blakenship Priscilla Bleke David Boone Joan Brooks Keith Brooks Lauren Anne Johnson Brookshire Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske Denise Carlson Andrew Clark Jackson Culbreth Carleton Fuller Susan Gill Eudelle Lanier Graham Stan Haines Patricia Hentz Robert Hoder
Dorothy Lanier Kenerly Dexter Kimball Judith Klauba Kelly Kolak Lisa Krysiak Margaret Winders Kuhn Bonnie Shields McCormack Lorraine McKnight Jan McPherson Helen Patterson Cary Purvis Baby Ridley-Lin Anna Robbins Logan Shannep Roush Vance Caroline and John Westerhoff For those who have died Mildred Lanier Keehn Wade For all those serving their country away from home, for their safe return, and for their families who wait for them For all expectant parents
NEWCOMER DINNER The Cathedral Newcomers Committee invites you to join us for the first time or come back for seconds at the Newcomer Dinner, Thursday, January 21, 6:30 p.m. in the Gould Room. Please RSVP to Christie Jennison, cjennison@ stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1079.
MEMBERSHIP NEW MEMBERS Tasha and Joseph James, and their children Justin, Jason, Jarred, Jabez, Jaazah, and Jazell, from Atlanta BIRTHS Charles Bennett Neal and Andrew James Neal, sons of Zach Neal and Katie Wester-Neal, born December 16, 2015
LETTER S TO A YOUNG EPISCOPALI A N Dear Anna, It sounds like you and Marah are finding a lot to talk about. I would have enjoyed your conversations about the violent parts of the Bible and the Qur’an. I’m not surprised that you ended up wanting to edit out those parts. You’re not alone, but the best way forward may be not to ignore the violence in our sacred texts, but understand why it’s there. I don’t know enough about how to read the Qur’an to comment on it. You can’t just pick up an ancient text and understand what it says. That’s the mistake fundamentalists and atheists tend to make. Every ancient text has to be interpreted, and each religious tradition has developed its own ways of discerning what gets carried forward and what gets left behind. In our tradition, the violence in our
narrative follows a pattern. Recognizing the pattern in the text allows us to recognize it in our lives. We see that societies often resolve conflict between competing groups by blaming somebody else. Usually, the person is an outsider who is powerful enough to be seen as having caused the conflict, but powerless to defend herself against attack. Get rid of the scapegoat and you get rid of the conflict. After all, it’s better to kill the scapegoat than to kill each other. And, in uniting against the scapegoat, the competing groups come together. The Bible illuminates this pattern by giving voice to scapegoats and refusing to accept that they were, in fact, at fault. Read this way, the violent texts are our key to understanding that God calls us to stand with the victim and to form
community in a different way. You and Marah might think about whether you see this pattern playing itself out in the current political debates. I would also be interested to know if it helps Marah explain any of the violent parts of the Qur’an. Your affectionate uncle, Ames
This letter is part of a series of fictional letters by Canon George Maxwell intended for Episcopalians young and old who wonder what it means to be faithful in the world today. Read previous letters in the series at stphilipscathedral.org/letters.
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EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN SUE ALLEN TO SPEAK IN JANUARY Save the date for a wonderful local speaker! St. Clare’s Guild invites all ECW guild members to an evening with Sue Allen, Bible study leader, blogger, and Director of Women’s Ministry at Northside United Methodist Church. Join us for an informal talk with wine and cheese, Thursday, January 14, at 7 p.m. Sue will discuss “The Art of Holy Listening: Pray. Wait. Hear. Obey.” Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at stphilipscathedral.org/payments. Please buy tickets in advance so we know how many to expect. Contact Ruth Russ, ruthruss@me.com, for more information.
Sara and Donnie Chapman invite you to the
Annual Epiphany Party Wednesday, January 6 7 to 9 P.M. You’re invited to celebrate Epiphany at the home of Donnie and Sara Chapman 3051 Greendale Drive, Atlanta, GA 30327 $20 per person — B.Y.O.B. R.S.V.P. by check to Sara Chapman: 404-966-6602 or sarachapman@westminster.net
Merry Christmas! From the Cathedr al of St. Philip
“For a child has been born for us...” Isaiah 9:6