The Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ: Year A
2 February 2020 8:45 A.M. and 11:15 A.M. The Holy Eucharist
8:45 A.M. The Reverend Canon Lauren R. Holder, Celebrant The Very Reverend Samuel G. Candler, Preacher 11:15 A.M. The Reverend Canon George M. Maxwell, Jr., Celebrant The Very Reverend Samuel G. Candler, Preacher The 8:45 a.m. service in the Cathedral gathers the largest and most diverse age groups of the parish. We rejoice and laugh with smaller children who are a large presence here; so the sermons, prayers, and hymns are intentionally developed to have a wide and educational appeal. This service maintains the grandeur and grace of the Anglican tradition, but our faith is presented in a creative and wide style. Should one be meeting the Episcopal Church from another tradition, this is our most accessible service. The 11:15 a.m. Eucharist presents the splendor of the Christian faith in its most glorious Anglican fashion. Our music, our prayers, and our sermons use the finest sources our spiritual history can offer. Incense is used on feast days. Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
Voluntary Chorale Fantasia on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern, BuxWV 223
Dieterich Buxtehude
The Welcome from the Dean
THE WORD OF GOD All sing
The Processional: Hymn 497 “How bright appears the Morning-Star”
Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
The Opening Acclamation The Book of Common Prayer (BCP), p. 355 Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. The Collect for Purity BCP, p. 355 Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. 1
At 8:45 a.m.
The Song of Praise: Hymn 7
music: Ratisbon, melody from Geystliche gesangk Buchleyn, 1524; adapt. stt. William Henry Havergal (1793-1870); harm. William Henry Havergal, alt. words: Charles Wesley (1707-1788)
At 11:15 a.m.
The Gloria in excelsis Deo
Craig Phillips, Festival Eucharist
All sing the Refrain
Choir and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. All sing the Refrain Choir Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. All sing the Refrain Choir For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen. All sing the Refrain 2
The Collect of the Day: The Presentation BCP, p. 239 Celebrant The Lord be with you. All And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The Lesson
Malachi 3:1-4
All sit.
Lector
A Reading from The Book of Malachi.
See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight—indeed, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner’s fire and like fullers’ soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the Lord in righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years. Lector All
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
8:45 a.m. only: Children ages 4 (by September 1, 2019) through fifth grade may follow the acolytes and chapel leaders to the Children’s Chapel at this time. Children will return to the nave at the Offertory. 11:15 a.m. only
The Gradual: Psalm 84
Anglican chant: Charles Hubert Hastings Parry BCP, p. 707
1 How dear to me is your dwelling, O Lord of hosts! * My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God. 2 The sparrow has found her a house and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young; * by the side of your altars, O Lord of hosts, my King and my God. 3 Happy are they who dwell in your house! * they will always be praising you. 4 Happy are the people whose strength is in you! * whose hearts are set on the pilgrims’ way. 5 Those who go through the desolate valley will find it a place of springs, * for the early rains have covered it with pools of water. 6 They will climb from height to height, * and the God of gods will reveal himself in Zion. 7 Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer; * hearken, O God of Jacob. 8 Behold our defender, O God; * and look upon the face of your Anointed. 9 For one day in your courts is better than a thousand in my own room, * and to stand at the threshold of the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of the wicked. 3
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10 For the Lord God is both sun and shield; * he will give grace and glory; 11 No good thing will the Lord withhold * from those who walk with integrity. 12 O Lord of hosts, * happy are they who put their trust in you!
The Epistle Lector A Reading from The Letter to the Hebrews.
Hebrews 2:14-18
Since, therefore, God’s children share flesh and blood, Jesus himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. Lector All
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
All stand to sing
The Sequence: Hymn 259, “Hail to the Lord who comes” The Holy Gospel
Luke 2:22-40
All remain standing.
Gospeler
All
Old 120th
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, Jesus’ parents brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord”), and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, “a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.” Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.” And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your own soul too.”
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There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him. Gospeler All
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon
Dean Candler
The Nicene Creed
BCP, p. 358
All stand.
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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The Prayers of the People Celebrant Let us stand or kneel to pray. God of faithfulness and compassion, we offer the concerns of our lives and the world as we pray, “God of grace; hear our prayer.” Intercessor
We pray for God’s people throughout the world.
In the Anglican Communion of Churches, we pray for Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and for the Anglican Church of Burundi; In the Episcopal Church, we pray for Michael, our Presiding Bishop; and for Robert, our Bishop; In this Cathedral parish, we pray for our ministry of the day: The Cathedral Scout Troop.
Celebrant All
God of grace, Hear our prayer.
Intercessor
We pray for peace, for goodwill among nations, and for the well-being of all people. We pray for the poor, the sick, the hungry, the oppressed, and those in prison.
Celebrant All
God of grace, Hear our prayer.
Intercessor
We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world. We pray for Donald, our President; for the Congress and the Courts; for Brian, our Governor; and for Keisha, our Mayor.
Celebrant All
God of grace, Hear our prayer.
Intercessor
We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.
Celebrant All
God of grace, Hear our prayer.
Intercessor
We give you thanks for the many blessings of this life.
Celebrant All
God of grace, Hear our prayer.
Intercessor
We pray for those in our community with new or immediate concerns: Patricia Anderson, Linda Hillman, Bonnie Shields McCormack, Molly Morgan, and Jackie Stewart
Let us pray, either silently or aloud, for our own needs and those of others, including those on our prayer list.
The people may offer their own intercessions. Please note our full parish prayer list on page 8 of the leaflet.
Celebrant
Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Confession of Sin Celebrant Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
BCP, p. 360
Silence may be kept.
All
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
The Absolution Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The Peace
All stand. The Celebrant says
All
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
All greet one another in the name of the Lord.
The Parish Notices
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Those for whom prayers have been requested:
Long Term Prayers R. Huntley Allen Dr. T. Mayo & Pat Atkins Edgar & Judith Beach Perry Benton Virginia Bicksler Sondra Bowen Connie Brittain Heather Clark Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Kitty Dukehart Deborah Ellington Randy Farmer Rita Fink William Ham Caroline Hatcher Margaret Haerther Katie Hughey Louise Kan Lisa Krysiak Elaine Lyon Carol McDonald Glenn Miller Ashley Minear Cecil Miner Royce Mitchell Susan Myers Charlie Neal Marion Palmore Garry Pryor Tommy Ripley Agnes Elizabeth Robertson Louis “Skip” Schueddig Jackie Stewart
Julie Thompson Sammy Van Leer Cindy West Faye Van Winkle For Family & Friends Eileen Abeyesundere Patricia Anderson Alex Collins Astrop Karyn Bacon Bettina Bass David Bond Paul Allen Bowen II Paul Brewer Thatcher M. Brown Beverly Cahill Milton F. Campbell Lynn Chandler Andrew Clark Robert Coatney Frederick W. Danforth Robert Discavage David Erdman Carleton Fuller Bruce Gillies Linda Hillman Elizabeth Homer Craig Hope Tom Ingegneri Benjamin May Jennings Stephen Jones Bernard A. Kan Pat Martin Michelle Maxwell Willard McBurney Bonnie Shields McCormack
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Katie McCrae Michael McClelland Joan McIlwain Eric S. Merrifield Molly Morgan Steven Norman Jimmy O’Byrne Brad Patterson Rowland Radford Tom Roberts Frank Roth James Sands Ernest Sandoval Lillian Sandoval Karl Schaffenburg Patricia Schene Patricia Schooley Milton Shiver Sam Sims Susan Smith Virginia Pearson Smithers Lindsey Vale Stanford Donna Steigerwald Tina Susco Tom Talley Yvonne Tate Pierson Thames Jeffrey Thomas Mark Tippett Janiece Townshend Roger Traylor Barbara Vitello Ron M. Wallace Katherine Welden Whit A. Wright Patricia Young
THE HOLY COMMUNION The offering today, the first Sunday of the month, is designated for the Discretionary Fund for the Needy.
The Offertory The Offertory Anthem
music: Johannes Eccard (1553-1611), When to the Temple Mary Went words: German hymn “Maria wallt zum Heilig,” transl. John Troutbeck (1832-1899)
When to the Temple Mary went, And brought the Holy Child, Him did the aged Simeon see, As it had been revealed. He took up Jesus in his arms And, blessing God, he said: In peace I now depart, my Saviour having seen, The Hope of Israel, the Light of men. Help now Thy servants, gracious Lord, That we may ever be, As once the faithful Simeon was, Rejoicing but in Thee; And when we must from Earth departure take, May gently fall asleep, and with Thee wake. All sing
The Presentation: Hymn 517, “How lovely is thy dwelling-place” The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant The Lord be with you. All And also with you.
Brother James’ Air Eucharistic Prayer B, BCP, p. 367
Celebrant All
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant All
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.
Celebrant
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
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All sing.
The Sanctus and Benedictus
Craig Phillips, Festival Eucharist
All stand or kneel.
Celebrant
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life. On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.” Therefore, according to his command, O Father, All
We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;
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Celebrant
And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine. We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation. By Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
BCP, p. 364
All sing.
The Breaking of the Bread
Craig Phillips, Festival Eucharist
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The Communion
All are welcome to receive the consecrated bread and wine of the Eucharist. You may receive at the altar or at floor-level stations. Stand or kneel and receive the bread (a wafer) in the palm of your hand. Gluten-free wafers are available upon request at the altar rail. Receive the wine either by drinking from the cup (guiding it to your lips) or by touching the wafer lightly to the wine. Younger children may stand for easier access to the cup. 11:15 a.m. only: Prayers for healing are available in St. Luke’s Chapel. The chapel is located in the South (Andrews) transept. All are welcome.
Communion Anthem
music: William Byrd (c. 1540-1623), Senex puerum partabat
Senex puerum portabat: puer autem senem regebat: quem Virgo peperit, et post partum Virgo permansit: ipsum quem genuit adoravit.
The old man carried the boy, but the boy ruled the old man. Whom the virgin bore, and afterwards remained a virgin, the very same to whom she gave birth, she worshipped.
All sing
Communion Hymns 8:45 a.m. only Scout Hymn
8:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. 499 “Lord God you now have set your servant free” Song 1 277 “Sing of Mary, pure and lowly” Raquel The Sending of Lay Eucharistic Ministers Celebrant In the name of God, we send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that others may share in the communion of Christ’s body and blood. All
We who are many are one body, because we are one in Jesus Christ. 12
The Postcommunion Prayer Celebrant Let us pray. All Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom. And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
BCP, p. 366
The Blessing All sing
The Processional: Hymn 381, “Thy strong word did cleave the darkness” Ton-y-Botel The Dismissal Deacon All
Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Thanks be to God.
Voluntary Phoenix Processional
Dan Locklair
All music is reprinted by permission under www.OneLicense.net (license number A-717455).
THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. PHILIP
The Very Reverend Samuel G. Candler, Dean Dale Adelmann, Ph.D., Canon for Music The Reverend Lauren R. Holder, Canon for Community and Education The Reverend George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar The Reverend Catherine Zappa, Canon for Liturgy and Pastoral Care The Reverend John William Harkins III, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Reverend Nathan G. Huddleston, Priest Associate for Youth and Young Adult Ministries The Reverend Julia B. Mitchener, Priest Associate for Children’s Ministries The Reverend Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries The Reverend Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Reverend Carolynne G. Williams, Canon Associate for Pastoral Care and Elder Ministry Mr. Del King, Senior Warden Mrs. Dorsey DeLong, Junior Warden 2744 Peachtree Road, NW ∙ Atlanta, GA ∙ 30305-2920 ∙ (404) 365-1000 www.cathedralATL.org
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February 2, 2020 WELCOME For the latest news and happenings from the Cathedral, visit out website at cathedralATL.org. Also, see the information in print in our weekly newsletter, Cathedral Times, available in the narthex, in the hallway outside Child Hall, and in the Atrium. Tour the Cathedral this morning after the 8:45 and 11:15 a.m. services. Please meet us below the pulpit to explore the nooks and crannies of this wonderful place! Cathedral Youth Ministry Souper Bowl of Caring Food Drive Today! Parishioners are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or donations to support Buckhead Christian Ministries. Choose who you predict to win the Super Bowl with your donation : The Kansas City Chiefs or San Francisco 49ers!
CHILDREN Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged to participate fully in our liturgy. For parents who prefer it, The Nurturing Center is open for children three and younger from 8:30 a.m. through the end of the 11:15 a.m. service each week. Children’s chapel takes place during the 8:45 a.m. service as an option for parents and children who are not yet ready to experience the full liturgy together, though children are always welcome in “big” church. Children four years (by September 1, 2019) through fifth grade begin in the nave, then follow the children’s acolytes and leaders out at the sequence hymn. Children will return to the nave at the Offertory. Two and three-year-olds attend their own chapel service, which begins at 8:45 a.m. Parents who would like their children three-years-old and younger to join them for communion may go pick them up from Room 227 at the Peace. All Godly Play classes are mixed-age groupings. If you have not registered for Sunday School, your child will be placed in an appropriate class when you arrive on the Children’s wing this morning. The doors to Godly Play will open at 10:10 am. Holy Eucharist Instruction Class: January 26 – March 1 HEIC is a five-week series designed to help first graders fully appreciate the joyful mystery that is the sacrament of Holy Communion. Older children who are new to the Cathedral or would simply like to learn more about our liturgy are welcome, too. Classes take place in St. Mary’s Chapel from 10:10-11 a.m. and are taught by the Rev. Julia Mitchener. All participants must be accompanied by an adult (parent, grandparent, godparent, or guardian). 14
YOUTH All youth (grades 6th-12th) are invited to participate in Sunday School at 10:10 a.m. during the school year. Meet in Room 368 for cinnamon rolls and fellowship, before we break into our middle-school and high-school classes.
LinC: Living in Christ—Room 382 A fresh, timely, and biblically based resource, LinC helps you help our students examine relevant faith and life issues, using the latest music, movies, news, and current events. 8th Grade Confirmations Classes will meet in the Youth Hall at 10:10 a.m. in Rooms 366, 380, and 381.
ADULT EDUCATION All classes meet at 10:10 a.m. unless otherwise noted.
Living Faith: What Do We Worship?—Room 120 Though we Christians claim to worship the one true God, revealed in Jesus Christ, many of us feel beholden to other powerful forces in our lives, and may even treat them as a religion or source of selfjustification. Join Canons Cathy Zappa and Lauren Holder as we explore the many forms that religiosity takes today—or the many things that we tend to approach as religion. We will be using as our conversation partner David Zahl’s book, Seculosity: How career, parenting, technology, food, politics, and romance became our new religion and what to do about it. David will be our guest speaker at Kanuga Parish Week in May! So join this 5-week conversation (and register for Kanuga) now! Old Fashioned Sunday School: Experiencing the Presence of God—Child Hall This term, we will continue our study of the Bible and Christian contemplative spirituality. The course is built on the foundation laid by the Rev. Vincent Pizzuto, episcopal priest and college professor, in his book titled Contemplating Christ: The Gospels and the Interior Life (Liturgical Press, 2018), which is, of course, available in the Cathedral Book Store. We will also explore a number of related themes that emerge from what is sometimes called the wisdom tradition. As always, you will find those things that we think matter most: a light heart, a broad welcome, and good coffee. We look forward to seeing you there. Our True Selves—Room 240 The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith leads this series of co-listening classes that aim to enhance our ability to be fully ourselves—our true, worthy, and estimable selves. Topics can include everyday experiences and range through tough political issues as well as lifestyle choices and faith matters. Contact the Rev. Dr. Smith, tsmith@cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1093, for class dates. Parenting Unscripted—Room 121 Join other parents in discussions around faith, parenting teenagers, and how to support their spiritual growth. Scott Russell, Kathy Loomis, Jeff Cunningham, and Michelle Perkins will be leading throughout the semester. Parents of Confirmation Students are encouraged to attend. Small Group Bible Study—Room 122 Jim Bingham and Gordon Mathis lead this ongoing small group Bible Study focusing on a particular book of the Bible for several months at a time. 1:15 p.m., The Enjoyment of Biblical Greek—Room 356 Open to beginners, this class includes long-term members who use translation aids including lexicons and commentaries to enjoy how probing the Greek of New Testament texts adds nuance and depth to reading Holy Scripture. For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith (404-365-1093, tsmith@ cathedralATL.org). 15
OUTREACH February is BCM Drive Month at the Cathedral as St. Anne’s Guild reaches out to you for donations of $20 or more in support of Buckhead Christian Ministry (BCM). Make checks payable to Cathedral of St. Philip with “BCM Drive” on memo line. Your contributions of $20 or more will enable BCM to efficiently stock the new pantry, often through partnerships with local farmers’ markets. In addition, your money will enable the purchase of diapers, bottled water, and personal hygiene products that are also greatly needed. To help, please stop by our table in the Atrium Sundays in February between 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. or feel free to make your gifts either at the Atrium kiosk or online at cathedralATL.org/BCM. Many thanks to all who continue to support BCM’s mission in serving our neighbors in need!
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday
7:45 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Holy Eucharist, Rite I Holy Eucharist, Rite II Holy Eucharist, Rite I Holy Eucharist, Rite II La Santa Eucaristía Choral Evensong & Holy Eucharist, Rite I
Monday-Wednesday and Friday 8:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m.
Thursday
8:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m.
Saturday
8:45 a.m.
Mikell Chapel Cathedral Mikell Chapel Cathedral Mikell Chapel Cathedral
Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Mikell Chapel St. Mary’s Chapel
Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist, Rite II Evening Prayer (second Thursdays only)
Mikell Chapel St. Mary’s Chapel Mikell Chapel
Morning Prayer
Mikell Chapel
Centering Prayer is on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in the Lanier House. Taizé: Prayers for Peace is offered every third Monday of the month at 8 p.m. in Mikell Chapel. The Indoor Labyrinth is available in Child Hall prior to the service. The Outdoor Labyrinth in front of the Lanier House is open daily.
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