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February 14, 2016

THE DEAN'S FORUM HOSTS ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS Beginning Sunday, February 14, the Dean's Forum will host an adult confirmation class, 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.” This series is designed for anyone who wishes to learn more about the Christian faith, the Episcopal Church, and the Cathedral of St. Philip. Classes will be taught by Dean Sam Candler; Canons Wallace Marsh, George Maxwell, and Cathy Zappa; and the Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins; with a special guest speaker on February 21, Sheffield Hale, executive director of the Atlanta History Center. Anyone who wishes to learn more about the church (or just wants a refresher) is encouraged to participate in this series. If you are interested in confirmation class or have any questions, contact Canon Wallace Marsh, wmarsh@ stphilipscathedral.org. February 14: Dean Sam Candler—Angles of Anglicanism February 21: Guest speaker! Sheffield Hale, executive director of the Atlanta History Center—History, Heritage, and Memory February 28: Canon Cathy Zappa—Who is Jesus? (Part 1)

After his baptism, Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. From this week’s lectionary Luke 4:1

March 6:

Canon Wallace Marsh—Who is Jesus? (Part 2)

March 13:

The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins—Anglican Pastoral Theology

March 20:

Palm Sunday, no class

March 27:

Easter Day, no class

April 3:

Canon Wallace Marsh—Anglican Worship

April 10:

Dean Sam Candler—Faith Seeking Understanding

April 17: Canon George Maxwell—The Cathedral of St. Philip and Parochial Entities April 24:

Confirmation at 11:15 a.m. service

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 (Executive Committee At-Large), Josh Borden, Kate Brewer, Matt Caine, Mary Caroline Cravens (Senior Warden), Joan Gilbert, Austin Hall (Secretary), 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, February 14, 2016 / Lent 1, Year C

Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Deuteronomy 26:1-11 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 Epistle: Romans 10:8b-13 Gospel: Luke 4:1-13

8:45 and 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir from The Southern Harmony (c. 1835), arr. Michael Sitton, Wondrous Love William Byrd, Miserere mei, Deus

7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: Canon George Maxwell

4 p.m. Choral Evensong / Cathedral Schola Henry Purcell, Hear my prayer, O Lord Richard Ayleward, Preces and Responses Henry Purcell in B flat Henry Purcell, Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts Maurice Greene, Lord, let me know mine end

8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Dean Sam Candler Preacher: Canon Cathy Zappa 9 a.m.

Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: Canon George Maxwell

11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Dean Sam Candler Preacher: Canon Wallace Marsh

11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: Canon Cathy Zappa 4 p.m.

Evensong and Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith

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

MUSIC

Adult classes meet Sundays at 10:10 a.m., unless otherwise noted. Find out more at stphilipscathedral.org/learn.

BALTIMORE ORGANIST TO PERFORM This Sunday, February 14, at 3:15 p.m., we welcome organist Theodore Davis, organist and choirmaster at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Baltimore, Maryland. A graduate of Birmingham-Southern College, Longy School of Music, and Northwestnern University, Ted will perform works Bach, Howells, and Dupré, among others. Make plans to come and hear this very talented performer.

ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS – Child Hall Led by Dean Sam Candler and others OLD FASHIONED SUNDAY SCHOOL– Room 133 Lead by Canons Cathy Zappa and George Maxwell WHAT THE MYSTICS KNOW – Room 239 Led by Canon Carolynne Williams BEGINNING BIBLICAL GREEK – Room 356 Led by the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY – Room 122 Led by Jim Bingham and Gordon Mathis

Alfred Hollins, Triumphal March Johann Sebastian Bach, Prelude and Fugue in C minor, BWV 537 Herbert Howells, Psalm Prelude, Set 2, No. 2 Marcel Dupré, Prelude and Fugue in G minor, Op. 7, No. 3

CATHEDRAL BOOK STORE The Hart Readers, on hiatus for February and March, will resume in the spring for our monthly discussions on books of various genres and styles. Join us on Wednesday, April 6 as Jennifer Waters leads us through James Joyce's Dubliners, and on Wednesday, May 4 as the Rev. Brian Sullivan discusses Wendell Berry's Jayber Crow. Sullivan is the rector of St. Benedict's Episcopal Church in Smyrna.

WEDNESDAYS IN LENT 7 P.M. IN CHILD HALL AND STREAMING LIVE AT STPHILIPSCATHEDRAL.ORG/LENTENSERIES February 17: The Rev. Zachary Thompson Rector, Church of Our Saviour, Atlanta February 24: The Rev. Kimberly Jackson Chaplain, Absalom Jones Student Center, Atlanta March 2: The Rev. Jenna Strizak Associate Rector, Holy Trinity Parish, Decatur March 9: The Rev. David Wagner Associate Priest for Youth and Young Adults, St. Luke's, Atlanta March 16: The Rev. Katie Bradshaw Curate, St. Columb's Episcopal Church, Ridgeland, Mississippi Our Lenten program this year will feature five young, dynamic ordained priests of the Episcopal Church. We have asked each of them to talk about an expression of the Anglican tradition that drew them to the church, and how they see this part of the tradition speaking to the world in general. The speakers are wonderfully different from each other and have chosen topics that range from the Eucharist, to religious imagination, to social justice. Yet, there are some common themes. Join us in Child Hall, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. for this Lenten Series!

OUTR EACH HABITAT DINNER AND PROJECT Be a part of the Cathedral's next Habitat for Humanity build! Join us for a potluck kickoff dinner on Sunday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Gould Room. If you can attend and/or if you can bring a dish, please sign up in the Atrium on Sundays or contact John Champion, 404-307-0817 or jchampion@bellsouth.net, so we can confirm headcount and plan for food preparation. We will have a great meal followed by a short program to discuss our Habitat ministry, recognize some of our previous participants, and discuss plans for this upcoming build. Our next home begins on Saturday, March 7 and runs through April 25. If you have built before, come join again. If you have never built, come be part of this exciting ministry. No skills required, just your enthusiasm. We will give you the tools and training that you need to make a contribution.

HELP ST. ANNE'S GUILD STOCK BCM'S PANTRY  “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat… Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” February is food drive month at the Cathedral as St. Anne’s Guild reaches out to you for donations of food and/or checks of $20 or more in support of Buckhead Christian Ministry (BCM). Make checks payable to Cathedral of St. Philip with “BCM Food Drive” on the memo line. The BCM food pantry provides 2000 bags of groceries to more than 1600 people each

Matthew 25:35-40

month, and is stocked entirely with donations from the community. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, one out of five children live in households without access to adequate food. To help, please stop by our table in the Atrium Sundays in February between 9:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

A NOTE OF THANKS Dozens of Cathedral parishioners, including members of St. Clare’s Guild and their children, created koinonia at Christmas with 19 families for whom we built Habitat for Humanity homes over the past two decades. On Saturday, December 19, teams of Cathedral parishioners delivered Christmas gift baskets filled to overflowing with cookies, breads, fruit, and much more, donated by generous parishioners, to “our” families. Family members warmly greeted and thanked the delivery teams, and then shared their events of the year. These families are doing very well and some have made improvements to their homes. We can feel and see that our work in building these homes has had a direct and positive impact on improving the lives of families and the communities in which the homes were built. Each of them expressed their great appreciation for the hard work of the Cathedral community.

E A S TER FLOWER DONATIONS Please consider making a donation for flowers, in memorial or thanksgiving, to decorate the Cathedral for Easter Day. The deadline is Sunday, March 13. Visit the Flower Guild table in the Atrium on Sundays or make your donation online at stphilipscathedral.org/contribute.

ERD SERVES WITH YOUR SUPPORT For over 75 years, Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) has served as a compassionate response to world-wide human suffering. In particular, the agency collaborates with local church and ecumenical partners in nearly 40 countries, to help communities create long-term development strategies and to rebuild after disasters. In 2009, the General Convention of The Episcopal Church designated Lent as a time to support, remember, and pray for ERD’s work and witness in this hurting world. You also can connect more deeply with their ministry by using ERD’s Lenten Meditations, which will be distributed by the 20s/30s before and after services this Sunday, February 14. Available in English and Spanish, this year's devotional focuses on creating economic opportunities and strengthening communities, with a particular focus on empowering women. The daily readings are co-authored by a group of leaders from across the Anglican Communion who bring a range of perspectives as they reflect on Scripture and other sources of spiritual wisdom. As we support ERD, let us pray for all those who are fighting poverty, disaster, and disease in their communities and for those who working on their behalf, and discern how we, too, can be agents of God’s healing love and justice in the world. To learn more about ERD and ways to support its work, visit episcopalrelief.org.

2 016 C AT HEDR A L A N T IQU ES SHOW

THE CATHEDR AL ANTIQUES SHOW OFFERS MANY THANKS! PRESENTING

For a week each year, there is no greater example of transformation than the Cathedral of St. Philip becoming the Antiques Show and Flower Festival. We hope you had the chance to see the physical changes inside the building and be a part of the holy community of the event. The transformation doesn’t end at the physical spaces. In the process of all the planning, lives are transformed through fellowship and friendship. We are very thankful for those newfound relationships and friendships. Although these dramatic changes take place each year, one of the most important changes is in the people who are supported by the beneficiary. We are sure they will feel a transformation through the hard work and vision of Literacy Action. Another strength to our continued success is the partnership and financial support of our patrons and corporate sponsors. They all seem to recognize that the Cathedral Antiques Show isn’t just one church, or one group, but an entire community of people who believe generosity can really make a difference. Thank you all!

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PR AYER S For those who are ill or recovering Susan Cole Ruthie Hunter Garry Pryor Carol McDonald 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 Karen League Jack Lyle Herb Matthews Dick Miller Marian Palmore Jennifer Rankin

Jonna Rankine Joe K. Steele Roy Unkefer Chandra Westafer Dick Wilson Hollis Youngner Julia Alston Rodger Beatty Campbell Beckwith David Boone Joan Brooks Keith Brooks Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske Denise Carlson Andrew Clark James P. Crutcher Jackson Culbreth John Dunn Charlie Foresythe Carleton Fuller Susan Gill Laura Burnett Gowen Eudelle Lanier Graham Stan Haines Patricia Hentz Robert Hoder Bernard Andreas Kan

MEMBERSHIP BIRTH James Montgomery Cash, son of Sarah and Derek Cash, born January 6, 2016 BAPTISMS Jonathan Rhett Barnwell Bridget Lea Brohm Rivers Travis Barton Alexander Jae Brown Thomas Jackson Barton Emma Paige Furr Henley Woodruff Bays June Louise Hamilton Brooks Narrows Bender DEATH William Shepherd, husband of Andrea Shepherd, died December 28, 2015

Dorothy Lanier Kenerly 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 Logan Shannep Roush Vance Caroline and John Westerhoff For those who have died Barbara Coriddi Katherine Armistead Latimer William C. Shepherd George Sherrill 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

L ABYR INTH A ND TAIZÉ A facilitated labyrinth walk will be held in Child Hall, Monday, February 15 at 7 p.m. The Lenten theme is “ Walking through Darkness into Light.” Sara Robinson Chambless will offer a short introduction and orientation to the labyrinth at 6:30 p.m. for anyone interested in learning more about this ancient contemplative practice. All are welcome. Taizé prayer starts at 8 p.m. in Mikell Chapel. Originating in Taizé, France, this simple service of scripture, music, and candlelight will bring a beautiful and prayerful close to your Monday. The Labyrinth and Taizé take place every 3rd Monday at the Cathedral. Come to one, or both – and bring a friend!

CHILDR EN'S MINISTR IES All fourth and fifth graders are invited to attend EYSeedlings,

a monthly gathering of fellowship and fun. The next meeting will be Sunday, February 21 from 4–6 p.m. We will learn some Lenten practices 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 February 21, please email Ciara Rowley at crowley@stphilipscathedral.org to RSVP.

CHOIR BA Z A AR TICKETS TO CATHEDR AL CHOIR BAZA AR PREVIEW PARTY ON SALE NOW! The Cathedral Choir bazaar, March 10–12, will raise funds for the Cathedral Choir’s 2017 pilgrimage to Salisbury and Durham Cathedrals in England. The preview party, Thursday, March 10 in Child Hall, includes a silent auction, entertainment, and first dibs on items for sale. Tickets are $15 and are on sale now at stphilipscathedral.org/2017pilgrimage and Sunday mornings in the Atrium. If you have any questions, please contact c3bazaar@gmail.com or the music office, 404-365-1050.

CATHEDR AL CHOIR REQUESTS DONATIONS! Please support the Cathedral Choir by donating items to the 2016 community bazaar, to be held March 10–12. We need housewares, jewelry, furniture, toys, books, CDs, DVDs, etc. Please bring items clean and ready to price to the Cathedral from February 13– 28. Special drop-off tables will be in Atrium on Saturdays 9 a.m.– noon, and Sunday mornings. For large or heavy items, you may call to schedule a pick-up in March. Donations are tax-deductible. In the spirit of koinonia, Cathedral guilds and groups can also rent booth space. For more information on this opportunity to participate as a vendor, go to stphilipscathedral. org/2017pilgrimage.

LETTER S TO A YOUNG EPISCOPALI A N Dear Anna, I found an old Valentine from you yesterday. I think the first letter I ever wrote you was in response to that card. You were too young to sign it, but I knew it was from you. It has your tiny handprints arranged to make the shape of a heart. Do you remember it? Finding that card made me think about St. Valentine. I wonder if you know his story? Valentine was a doctor in ancient Rome. He often bartered for his services since there were many people who needed his help but could not pay him. One day, an old man came in with his daughter hoping that Valentine could restore her sight. Valentine used a cold compress to make her eyes feel better, and began to teach her about the things that she couldn’t see. He often took her with him to gather the herbs that he used in his practice, and they became good friends. She loved to pick the

first blooms of spring and take them home to her father. Valentine was also a priest, but Christianity was still illegal in Rome then. He prayed for his patients every night, always behind closed doors. Somehow, he was discovered and arrested. The little girl’s father was in charge of the jail, and as the soldiers were taking Valentine out to be executed, Valentine gave the jailer a rolled up piece of paper with instructions to give it to his daughter. When they unrolled the note, a crocus fell out onto the floor. The note said, “From your Valentine.” We often associate Valentine’s Day cards with romantic feelings, probably because the day we remember Valentine’s death coincided with the ancient Roman feast of Lupercalia, a time when young women wrote love notes to their suitors. Valentine himself, though, calls us to a courageousness in love that transcends greeting card sentiments. Of course,

Valentine risked his life for his faith. But he also showed courage in his commitment, even to his last act, to doing the little things that let people know they were loved. As the poet David Whyte says, “On the inside we come to know who and what and how we love and what we can do to deepen that love; only from the outside and only by looking back, does it look like courage.” Happy Valentine’s Day! 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

Handsome pair of antique black lacquered chests standing 24" high and 30" wide. Beautiful garden scene. Circa 1900.

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SAVE THE DATE

FAR MER S M AR K ET

PARISH RETREAT MAY 27-29

Enjoy fellowship, relaxation, and the perfect setting for Memorial Day weekend in the North Carolina mountains. Highlights will include a bluegrass band, fried chicken dinner, ice cream social, kayaking and lake swimming, Saturday morning programming, and Sunday morning chapel service. Cathedral members of all ages are welcome! Please contact Carrie Philpott, carrie_elson@hotmail.com, or Mary Hunter Rouse, mrouse@stphilipscathedral.org, with questions. Online registration coming soon!

FARMERS MARKET TO LAUNCH WEDNESDAYS In addition to the regular Saturday market, there will be an additional day each week to enjoy the Cathedral Farmers Market, the largest producer-only market in metro Atlanta. Every Wednesday beginning April 13, 4:30–8 p.m., take a break from cooking with food and drink from familiar Saturday market vendors, new vendors, and a rotating schedule of Atlanta’s favorite chefs. Food will be available to go or for dining at outdoor picnic tables on-site. Each week, the Wednesday market will also feature tastings from a local craft brewery, plus fresh produce, eggs, dairy, and meat from local farmers and bread, pasta, jam, and more from local food producers.

LE N T E N QU I E T DAY February 27, 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., in the Gould Room “God is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear?” (Psalm 27) What can we learn from our fear, and how can we respond to it as people of faith? This Lenten Quiet Day, we will be praying with stories, scriptures, and spiritual practices, including Welcoming Prayer, that can help us explore and befriend fear in scary times. The retreat will be facilitated by the Rev. Lynnsay Buehler, director of The Julian of Norwich Center. Cost is $20, which includes lunch. To register, contact Jeannie Mahood, jmahood@ stphilipscathedral.org, by Tuesday, February 23.

CENTERING PRAYER MINI-RETREAT February 13, 9:30–11:30 a.m., at the L anier House Centering prayer is spiritual practice that stills the body, opens the heart, and helps center our lives in a heightened sense of God’s presence. Whether you are a beginner or long-time practitioner of centering prayer, or are simply curious about it, join us for a mini-retreat, led by Cathedral parishioner Will Traynor, on February 13, at the Lanier House. The morning retreat will include an introduction to centering prayer, along with sessions of sitting and walking prayer. There is no cost, but please RSVP to Cathy Zappa, czappa@stphilipscathedral.org.