cathedral times The Weekly Newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip, Serving Atlanta and the World
January 24, 2016
DO NOT FEAR! THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH IS NOT SUSPENDED AND WE ARE NOT HIERARCHICAL!
This is an excerpt from Dean Candler's response to the statements of the primates of the Anglican Communion of Churches. For the full response, go to the Cathedral's website: stphilipscathedral.org. Do not fear! Apparently, the various primates of the Anglican Communion of Churches, meeting in Canterbury this past week (January 2016), voted on a statement which considers “how we may preserve our unity in Christ given the ongoing deep differences that exist among us concerning our understanding of marriage.” An 8-point resolution followed, apparently supported by a majority of the 38 primates, but not by all of them. I do yet not have all details of the primates’ vote, but I am seeing various headlines and reports saying that The Episcopal Church has been “suspended” from The Anglican Communion. Other articles mention that the Anglican Communion of Churches is “the third largest Christian body in the world.” Such reports sound sensationalistic, but they are deceptive and can be misleading. Here’s why: The Anglican Communion of Churches is simply not organized in the way that the Roman Catholic Church is. Casual readers of church news might prefer otherwise, desiring a handy table of hierarchy and doctrine. But no. The various churches and provinces of the Anglican Communion of Churches are quite diverse, and held together by common faith, common heritage, common tradition, and common spirit – but not held together by doctrinal absolutism, or one pope, or one body that sets global policy. For those reasons, large differences of opinion and theology, on matters like same-sex marriage, continue to exist in the Anglican Communion of Churches. But, whatever else the primates can do, they cannot vote, by any margin, to keep a province or church from participating in the Anglican Communion of Churches. In fact, the word “suspension” does not appear at all in their January 2016 8-point resolution. (Another point: To claim that I, as an Episcopalian, am not an Anglican, would be similar to claiming—in the heat of some rhetorical political dispute—that I, as a Georgian, am not an American.)
“Just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.” From this week’s lectionary 1 Corinthians 12:12
For the past fifteen years, various votes among various entities in the Anglican Communion have tried to force theological unity on the controversial issue of same-sex marriage. Many such votes have tried to appeal to some ultimate authority, or tried to assume some ultimate hierarchy, in order to support their position. I am of the opinion that such desired hierarchies, or such fantasized hierarchies, are simply not there. Though our American Episcopal Church has recently tried to describe itself as an hierarchical church in certain legal situations, our beautiful and larger Anglican tradition is simply (and complexly) NOT hierarchical. The Episcopal Church is one of 38 global provinces who have a history and tradition and theology set in the gracious and generous elements of that Christianity which has roots in the British Isles. ... I believe that our progressiveness, our openness to development, results from our sensitive observation and attention to the presence of God in the flesh. We believe in Jesus Christ. We believe in incarnation. We continue to seek God in one another, and to affirm the presence of God in people, even in people who think and act differently from us. ... I urge us, then, to continue living out our service and witness, our love and ministry, in the same Christian ways that we have been living them out. Do not fear! Jesus Christ is with us, leading us in the Spirit into all truth.
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.
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
MUSIC
Sunday, January 24, 2016 / Epiphany 3C
Sunday, January 24, 2016 / Epiphany 3C
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Todd Smelser
4 p.m. Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul / Cathedral Schola Richard Shephard, Preces and Responses Arvo Pärt, Magnificat Leo Sowerby, Nunc dimittis in D Philip Stopford, The Spirit of the Lord Arvo Pärt, Littlemore Tractus
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Psalm 19 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Gospel: Luke 4:14-21
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith Preacher: Dean Sam Candler 9 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Todd Smelser
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: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval 4 p.m.
Evensong and Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Officiant and Preacher: Canon George Maxwell
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choristers and Staff Singers 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir Philip Stopford, The Spirit of the Lord William Byrd, Surge illuminare
CHILDREN
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 three years through third grade begin in church with their parents, follow the children’s acolytes and leaders out at the Sequence Hymn, then rejoin their parents at the Offertory. Two-year-olds attend their own chapel service, which begins at 8:45 a.m. Parents who would like their children two years old and younger to join them for communion may go pick them up from Room 227 at the Peace.
ADULT EDUCATION Adult classes meet Sundays at 10:10 a.m., unless otherwise noted. Find out more at stphilipscathedral.org/learn. THE DEAN'S FORUM Child Hall Dean Sam Candler welcomes Grace Foster and Laura Cullen, co-chairs of the Cathedral Antiques Show, and Austin Dickson, executive director of the show's beneficiary, Literacy Action. OLD FASHIONED SUNDAY SCHOOL Room 133 Led by Canons Cathy Zappa and George Maxwell Religious extremism and violence are back in the news. Everyone seems to agree that religion and violence are related, but not everyone agrees on how or what to do about it. Rabbi Jonathan Sacks recently published a book titled, Not in God’s Name: Confronting Religious Violence, in which he argues that only religion can solve the problem of religiously inspired violence. This term in Old Fashioned Sunday School, we look at Rabbi Sacks’ argument in general, and his reading of the book of Genesis in particular, and use it to talk about the nature of fear, violence, and religion, and how we, as Christians, should be responding to the threats we face. 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. BE NOT A FR A ID Room 120 Through February 7 Led by Canon Wallace Marsh Does God heal? Where do I turn when my faith is fragile? How can I face my own death? This series will look at what it means to “Be Not Afraid.” Canon Wallace Marsh will use Samuel Wells' book, Be Not Afraid: Facing Fear with Faith to look at what our faith has to say about overcoming the common fears in life.
ADULT CONFIRMATION CL ASS Beginning Sunday, February 14, an adult confirmation class will meet at 10:10 a.m. in Child Hall in preparation for the confirmation service on Sunday, April 24. Confirmation in the Episcopal Church is a “mature public affirmation of faith and commitment to the responsibilities of Baptism." If you are interested, or have any questions, contact Canon Wallace Marsh, wmarsh@ stphilipscathedral.org.
WHAT THE MYSTICS KNOW Room 239 Led by Canon Carolynne Williams Join Canon Carolynne Williams for a continuing conversation about Richard Rohr’s words in What the Mystics Know: Seven Pathways to Your Deeper Self. We will meet in Room 239 at 10:10 a.m., Sundays through March 6 (excluding January 31). A biblical definition of the Holy Spirit is dynamis, which means “power or strength.” Rohr says: “We do not find our own Center; we do not find God; it finds us. The body is in a much larger soul. It is both the place of contact and the place of surrender. I don't think that we think ourselves into a new way of living. We live ourselves into a new way of thinking.” Discover the path of the mystic within you. Searching for what we have already touched brings about a presence within us and allows us to become more aware of the presence of God in our lives. Bring your coffee and a friend. BEGINNING BIBLICAL GREEK Room 356 Led by the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith We offer this introductory class on a drop-in basis and require no previous knowledge of Greek. Every class begins with alphabet and pronunciation practice. This year we use the proven successful, Basic Greek in 30 Minutes a Day: A Self Study Introduction to New Testament Greek by James Found. Continuing Biblical Greek meets Sundays, 1:15–2:45 p.m. in Room 356. For more information about either Greek class, contact the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith, 404-727-0636 or thee.smith@emory.edu. SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY Room 122 Led by Jim Bingham and Gordon Mathis Jim Bingham and Gordon Mathis lead an ongoing small group Bible Study focusing on a particular book of the Bible for several months at a time. This year, we are focusing on the Gospel of John, which provided the church with a foundational document for its great Christian doctrines. We are reading one chapter each week. Bring your study Bible or favorite translation. We want to read as a community John’s gospel story of the life, teaching, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
PILGR IM AGE
CATHEDR AL ANTIQUES SHOW
You are invited on a pilgrimage to England to discover the “Roots of Anglicanism.” From June 3-15, we will visit England's great cathedrals and collegiate foundations, including Canterbury, Cambridge University (King's, St. John's, and Trinity Colleges), Durham, Fountains Abbey, Salisbury, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Winchester, and York Minster. Each visit will include an opportunity to join each institution's worshipping community for Choral Evensong or Eucharist, sung by its own resident choir. The pilgrimage will be led by Canons Dale Adelmann and Wallace Marsh. Maximum group size is anticipated to be 30, and priority will be given to persons closely affiliated with the Cathedral. For more information, contact Dr. Adelmann at dadelmann@stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1051.
Dust off the family heirlooms, and find out how much they’re worth! The experts at Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery will be presenting valuation estimates based on comparable auction sales at their “Attic to Auction” event at the Antiques Show, Saturday, February 6 at 2 p.m. Eligible items include art, furniture, antiques, china, silver, paintings, rugs, and lighting, among others. To submit a piece for review, email photos including marks and signatures, plus dimensions and any known history to Cathedral@AandOauctions.com by Wednesday, January 27. Please be sure to include your name and phone number in case they have any additional questions about the object. In return, you’ll receive a complimentary pre-auction written estimate, plus notes on what was learned about the item’s history during research, at the event on February 6. Who knows, you might be sitting on a gold mine!
MUSIC ST. COLUMBA'S ORGANIST TO PERFORM This Sunday, January 24, at 3:15 p.m., we welcome organist Daniel Pyle as our Sunday afternoon recitalist. A graduate of the University of Alabama and the Eastman School of Music, Daniel currently serves as organist and choirmaster at the Church of our Savior in Atlanta. He will perform works by Franck and Alain. We encourage everyone to come and hear this wonderfully talented Atlanta organist.
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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 are grouped by age, featuring varied times and ageappropriate 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.
STEWAR DSHIP
I SING because it feeds and fills my soul. There are many ways of experiencing
worship. While reading and hearing the spoken word are grounding, I find that music enables the text to be experienced at a deeper level. Being a part of the Cathedral Choir and Schola allows me to share the message of God's love, compassion, healing, and grace musically.
I PLEDGE
as a way of continuing the ministry of the Cathedral to so many. Pledging allows the vital music ministry to continue to touch and feed the hearts of those listening, and to share the good news of God with the greater community.
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–JOSH BORDEN
JOIN JOSH IN PLEDGING:
STPHILIPSCATHEDRAL.ORG/KOINONIA
CATHEDR AL A NTIQUES SHOW A GREAT LINEUP OF SPEAKERS AT THE ANTIQUES SHOW Among the one-of-a-kind antiques and floral arrangements throughout this year’s show, the 45th Cathedral Antiques Show will feature some of the most entertaining and renowned speakers. Discussions will be geared toward interior design, flower arranging, lifestyle and entertaining. Make plans to attend by purchasing tickets at cathedralantiques.org. SUZANNE RHEINSTEIN Thursday, February 4, 10:30 a.m. Sponsored by Peachtree Battle Antiques and Interiors Suzanne Rheinstein is an internationally recognized interior designer and the owner of Hollyhock, the renowned home furnishing and accessories shop, known for its unique antiques and decorative pieces. In her latest design book, Rooms for Living, she shows how to achieve welcoming and serene environments in both casual and formal settings. With chapters focusing on types of rooms, the book is a master class in how Suzanne achieves harmonious living spaces through thoughtful use of texture, color and proportion. A book signing will take place immediately following the presentation. CLINT SMITH Friday, February 5, 10:30 a.m. Clint Smith is the editor in chief of Veranda, the celebrated interiors and lifestyle magazine. He is an award-winning journalist who has been covering the fields of interior design, style, architecture, travel, and other luxury lifestyle topics for more than 15 years. His latest book, The Romance of Flowers, showcases charming bedside bouquets to showstopping centerpieces. From a simple arrangement of yellow roses in a glass vase to a free-form mix of succulents sprinkled atop a dining room table, these designs will appeal to anyone with an appreciation of color, artistry, and imagination. A book signing will follow the presentation. GUDRON COTTENIER Friday, February 5, 1:30 p.m. Award-winning floral designer Gudrun Cottenier is one of Europe’s leading floral educators and the author of two books, including the new Floral Party Table Decorations. Cottenier’s innovative use of natural materials and antiques in tabletop decorations has put her at the forefront of floral design, and her flower school in Belgium is a global center of floral instruction that draws students at every level of the craft. This will be the first stop of her 2016 U.S. tour and her first appearance in Atlanta since 2012. Cottenier will demonstrate the latest European trends in floral design and tablescapes. A book signing will follow the presentation. JULIA REED Saturday, February 6, 10:30 a.m. Sponsored by Atlanta Fine Home/Sotheby’s International Realty Julia Reed is a contributing editor at Elle Decor and Garden & Gun, where she writes the popular “The High & The Low” column. She has written for Vogue, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal, and she is the author of five bestsellers, including most recently, One Man’s Folly: The Exceptional Houses of Furlow Gatewood. As a writer and as a speaker, the New Orleans resident is known for her wit and sense of humor, her sophistication, and her gifts as a storyteller—all of which she has brought to bear on topics ranging from Oscar de la Renta to fried chicken to champagne. A book signing will follow the presentation. FOR MORE DETAILS ON SPEAKERS AND EVENTS, VISIT CATHEDR ALANTIQUES.ORG.
YOUTH A ND CHILDR EN'S MINISTR IES SUNDAY SCHOOL OPTIONS THROUGH FEBRUARY 7 All classes meet Sundays at 10:10 a.m. Contemplative Prayer Room 381 Led by Maggie Paul; for all middle and high school students Vision and Virtue Room 368 Led by Alex Simmons; for high school students Improv and Christian Life Room 382 Led by Casey Jones; for middle school students EYC! Join us weekly on Sunday evenings
in Room 382 for fellowship, worship, dinner, and conversation. Middle school 5-7 p.m. High school 6-8 p.m. Dinner provided
HAPPENING AND NEW BEGINNINGS Happening and New Beginnings bring youth from across the Diocese of Atlanta for a weekend of renewal, growth, and fun in Christian community at Camp Mikell in Toccoa, Georgia. Middle school students are invited as participants to New Beginnings 35, which will be held February 5–7, and high school students are welcome to attend Happening 65 February 19–21. Cathedral senior Hailey Wilson will serve as the rector for Happening, leading the team in planning and executing the retreat. Learn more at stphilipscathedral.org/youth. EYSEEDLINGS MEETS ON SUNDAY! All fourth and fifth graders are invited to attend EYSeedlings, a monthly gathering of fellowship and fun this Sunday, January 24 from 4–6 p.m. We will learn some improv and share a meal together. If you’re planning to come to EYSeedlings at any time this year, please register at stphilipscathedral.org/eyseedlings. In addition to registering, if you’ll be with us on January 24, please email Ciara Rowley at crowley@stphilipscathedral.org to RSVP.
PR AYER S For those who are ill or recovering Gloria Baublits Priscilla Beale Karen Bellaire Virginia Bicksler George Bird John Blair Josh Borden Susan Carlisle Sally Coulter Lawrence Cowart Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Angela Ellis Mary Elrod Mary Ann Frazier D. Louis Gruver, Jr. Connie Hoar Ruthie Hunter The James Family Karen League Jack Lyle Herb Matthews Dick Miller Jean Morris Kay Ottley Marian Palmore Garry Pryor Jennifer Rankin Jonna Rankine
Joe K. Steele Roy Unkefer Chandra Westafer Dick Wilson Hollis Youngner Katherine Thomas Jacques Julia Alston Rodger Beatty Campbell Beckwith Priscilla Bleke David Boone Joan Brooks Keith Brooks Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske Denise Carlson Andrew Clark James P. Crutcher Jackson Culbreth John Dunn George Dunn, Jr. Carleton Fuller Susan Gill Eudelle Lanier Graham Stan Haines Patricia Hentz Robert Hoder Bernard Andreas Kan Dorothy Lanier Kenerly Dexter Kimball Judith Klauba
Kelly Kolak Lisa Krysiak Margaret Winders Kuhn Mr. and Mrs. Louis H. Marcotte, Sr Bonnie Shields McCormack Lorraine McKnight Jan McPherson Helen Patterson Cary Purvis Anna Robbins Rand Rollins and Penelope Rollins Logan Shannep John Turman Roush Vance Caroline and John Westerhoff For those who have died Winnie Clark Mary Morris Hodgman Lester F. Scoles, Jr. 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
MEMBERSHIP NEW MEMBERS Devyn Blackmon, from Columbus, GA Adrian and Richard White, and their daughter Eva, from London, England DEATHS Lester F. Scoles, Jr., died January 2, 2016 Winnie Clark, died January 8, 2016
Mother’s Morning Out!
We are open Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Nurturing Center and welcome children ages 3 months through 4 years. Register online at stphilipscathedral.org/ mmo. Contact Dorsey Delong, teamdelong@gmail.com, or Mary Holmes, mcholmes73@comcast.net, for more information.
SSAP A SPECIAL INVITATION The Society of St. Anna the Prophet (SSAP) invites Cathedral friends to join them at their annual convocation Eucharist celebrating the Feast of the Presentation on Saturday, January 30, at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of the Epiphany, 2089 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. The service will include a vow ceremony in which four sisters will take life vows and two will take novice vows. Five provisionals will be welcomed for a year of discernment. Women over the age of 50 who are interested in intentional community and ministry with elders are particularly invited to come and learn about the SSAP. Questions about the Eucharist or about the SSAP may be directed to the Rev. Nan Baxter, Superior, at her email, nancyjuliabaxter@gmail.com or to Canon Carolynne Williams, cwilliams@stphilipscathedral.org
LETTER S TO A YOUNG EPISCOPALI A N Dear Anna, Your note reminded me of a story about my mother, your great grandmother, Sarah. Mother was always reaching out to others. I don’t know that she thought about it, really. She just did it. Her hospitality created its own community. There was a police officer who checked on the house every night, an older woman living in the apartment building several blocks over whom mother visited regularly, and a woman who, I guess, lived in a shelter nearby whom mother met quite unexpectedly. Mother stocked a container in the alley behind our house with things that she thought other people might be able to use. One day, she put out what she assumed to be a dress and pair of shoes she didn’t need. It turned out to be a bridesmaid’s dress and matching shoes that my sisterin-law planned to wear in a wedding that weekend! When mother realized what she had
done, she put a sign on the container, “Blue dress and shoes put out by mistake. Please return.” The next day, mother answered a knock on the front door to find a woman standing on the porch holding the dress and shoes, still in the dry cleaner’s plastic bags. Mother thanked the woman, told her what had happened, and confessed that she didn’t think that she would ever see the dress and shoes again. The woman looked quizzically at mother and said, “after all you have done for me, why would you think that I wouldn’t bring them back?” There was a time when I wanted to forget our family stories, but now I’m thankful for them. I have turned to them often to remember who I am and to decide what to do. It’s as if they are the first acts of a drama that I’m now living out. I suspect this is why Moses talks so much about children in the exodus story. Three times he reminds the people of how
they should tell the story to their children. He knows that their ultimate freedom depends on their children remembering that it was God who freed them from slavery. I wanted you to know the story of how Christ appeared on our porch one day when a woman we had never met handed your great grandmother a blue dress and matching shoes. It’s part of the beginning of your story. 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.
DID YOU KNOW? In addition to Sunday services in the Cathedral and Mikell Chapel, we also worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness every weekday? Join us for some midweek refreshment or a lunchtime boost, 12:15 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel.
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Treasure of the Week
Fabulous collection of vintage couture clothing from Roberto Cavalli, Annie Corvall, Marinelli, Georgia Armani, Christine Albers, and Studio 1201. Beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces!
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Women's Lenten Retreat
Listening for Longing: A Weekend of Retreat, Reflection, and Fellowship Friday–Sunday, March 11–13 St. Mary's Retreat Center, Sewanee, Tennessee Join women of the Cathedral for a weekend of fellowship, prayer, creativity, and time
away. The retreat will be led by Jeannie Mahood with the Rev. Cathy Zappa, Canon for Prayer and Mission.
We will be gathering at St. Mary's Conference Center in Sewanee, which offers a
sanctuary of natural beauty and quiet for rest, renewal, and reconnection.
Cost for the weekend is $282 (private room) or $221 (shared room). Visit
stphilipscathedral.org/womensretreat to register by Tuesday, February 9. Please contact Jeannie Mahood, jmahood@stphilipscathedral.org, for further information. Space is limited so register soon!
RAINBOW VILLAGE
presents its 25th anniversary benefit concert
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 8 PM IN THE CATHEDRAL
featuring the St. Paul's Episcopal Church choir with combined choirs of Atlanta and members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Rainbow Village, a ministry of the Diocese of Atlanta, has an 85% success rate in its mission to break the cycles of homelessness, poverty, and domestic violence. This concert is the first in a series of activities planned for 2016 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ministry. A part of the celebration will be to finish the village by adding the last two apartment buildings, bringing the total to 30 families and up to 150 people at a time.
For tickets and more information, visit rainbowvillage.org