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ON FORGIVENESS AND LENT
March 13, 2016
By the Rev. C. Wallace Marsh Canon for Worship and Parish Life
On Ash Wednesday we hear that Lent is a season of “penitence and forgiveness.” (BCP, 265). A struggle many of us face in our personal lives is how to practice forgiveness. How are we to forgive? We are supposed to extend forgiveness, but we can’t seem to do it. Why? Well, it comes down to the fact that we have been wronged. We have been hurt, or someone we love has been hurt, and we cannot seem to extend forgiveness. So, how do we learn to practice forgiveness? Scripture offers some insight. We are called to “imitate Christ.” St. Paul tells the Ephesians to “imitate God” (Ephesians 5:1), and he tells the Philippians “to have the same mind that was in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 2:5). Imitating Christ is a wonderful spiritual practice, often revealing what it means to live a Christian life; however, imitation can have its limitations when it comes to forgiveness. We try to imitate Christ, but we still find ourselves incapable of practicing forgiveness. Instead of imitating Christ, Holy Week offers another alternative—participate in Christ’s forgiveness. The Paschal Mystery reminds us that we have been buried and raised with Christ. One of our Eucharistic Prayers states that Christ dwells in us and we in him (BCP, 342-343). St. Paul tells the Galatians, “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live but Christ who lives in me” (Galatians 2:19-20). Martin Luther, the Protestant reformer, once wrote: Christ “is fixed and cemented to me and abides in me…Christ and I are one” (Lectures on Galatians, 1535). When we understand that we are united with Christ, we have this profoundly personal experience of forgiveness.
I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection. From this week’s lectionary Philippians 3:10
Yet, here is what this means when it comes to practicing forgiveness: Jesus Christ, who dwells within us, in fact extends forgiveness to those in our lives whom we need to forgive! So, we practice forgiveness by participating in Christ’s forgiveness. As Episcopalians, we understand the importance of participating in Christ. Our faith is shaped through our participation in the liturgy. The liturgies of Holy Week invite us participate in the mystery of Christ’s death and resurrection. When we journey with Christ through the cross and grave, we have a deeper understanding of what it means to practice forgiveness and love.
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, March 13, 2016 / Lent 5, Year C
Sunday, March 13, 2016 / Lent 5, Year C
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
4 p.m. Choral Evensong / Cathedral Schola Richard Farrant, Hide not thou thy face from me, O Lord William Smith, Preces & Responses Thomas Tallis, Short Service William Byrd, Miserere mei William Byrd, Ne irascaris, Domine
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Isaiah 43:16-21 Psalm 126 Epistle: Philippians 3:4b-14 Gospel: John 12:1-8
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon Wallace Marsh Preacher: Canon Todd Smelser 9 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Canon George Maxwell Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins
11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant: Canon Wallace Marsh Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval 4 p.m.
Evensong and Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Officiant and Preacher: Canon George Maxwell
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Staff Singers 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir Adrian Batten, When the Lord turned again the captivity of Sion Richard Proulx, We adore you, O Christ
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. ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS – Child Hall Led by Dean Sam Candler and others. An adult confirmation class is underway 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 Sunday, the Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins presents, “An Anglican Response to Suffering and Death.” OLD FASHIONED SUNDAY SCHOOL– Room 133 Led 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
MEMBERSHIP NEW MEMBERS Anne and Bruce Spengler, from Atlanta BIRTHS Nora Anne Haddow, daughter of Caroline and Ladson Haddow, sister of Lucile Haddow, born February 22, 2016 William Franklin Sartain IV, son of Kohler and William Sartain, grandson of Rena Dabney Sartain and Rip Sartain, born March 1, 2016 DEATHS Anne Feeny Bullard, mother of Patty Thomas, grandmother of Emily Kendrick and Stephanie Stephens, great-grandmother of Katherine and Thomas Stephens, died February 10, 2016 Louella Randall, died March 2, 2016
E A S TE R FLOW E R D O N AT I O N S Please consider making a donation for flowers, in memorial or thanksgiving, to decorate the Cathedral for Easter Day by Sunday, March 13. Visit the Flower Guild table in the Atrium on Sundays, complete and return the form below, or make your donation online at stphilipscathedral.org/contribute.
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MUSIC ATLANTA VIOLIN/SOPR ANO DUO TO PERFORM This Sunday, March 13, at 3:15 p.m., we welcome Atlanta duo and sisters Adelaide Federici, violin, and Katie Baughman, soprano, as our Sunday afternoon recitalists. Natives of Atlanta, Baughman and Federici have performed—both together and individually—all over the nation. We encourage everyone to come and hear this most unusual pairing of marvelous talents. Gustav Holst, Four Songs for Voice and Violin, Op. 35 Stephen Hartke, Iglesia Abandonada Rebecca Clarke, Three Old English Songs
TICKETS TO CATHEDRAL CHOIR BAZAAR PREVIEW PARTY ON SALE NOW! The Cathedral Choir bazaar, Thursday–Saturday, 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.
ROOTS of ANGLICANISM June 3–15
Pilgrimage
• to the great colleges and cathedrals of England • led by Canon Dale Adelmann All who are interested in participating in the pilgrimage should contact Canon Adelmann by Tuesday, March 15 at dadelmann@stphilipscathedral. org or at 404-365-1051.
WOR SHIP LENTEN WEDNESDAY EUCHARIST This Lent, take a midweek break to worship in the quiet holiness of Mikell Chapel. Beginning at 5:45 p.m. each Wednesday through March 23, as well as Monday and Tuesday in Holy Week (March 21 and 22), join us as we celebrate the Eucharist. These services make a great precursor to the Lenten Series, 7 p.m. in Child Hall.
A MEDITAITON ON THE PASSION OF CHRIST The Cathedral Schola will present its annual service, “A Meditation on the Passion of Christ, with Carols” on Palm Sunday, March 20, at 4 p.m. This service consists of various scriptural readings of the season—some chanted and some read—punctuated by anthems, antiphons and congregational hymnody. Canon Dale Adelmann will conduct works by John Jacob Niles, Richard Lloyd, Trond Kverno, Charles Snider, and Antonio Lotti. Start your Holy Week with this moving service of text and song.
Renowned pastry chef Lauren Raymond, vendor at the C a t h e d r a l Fa r m e r s M a r k e t a n d f o r m e r p a s t r y c h e f a t t h e G e n e r a l M u i r, M i l l e r U n i o n , a n d Wa t e r s h e d , i s n o w serving out of the Cathedral kitchen!
BREAKFAST TUESDAY–FRIDAY, 8–10 AM BISCUITS, BAGELS, PASTRIES, AND MORE! ($2–3 EACH) LUNCH WEDNESDAY, 11:30 AM–1 PM SOUPS, SANDWICHES, AND SALADS ($3–6 EACH)
CATHEDR AL BOOK STOR E SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BOOK STORE Shop regularly. Spread the word. And, become a Book Fellow. A Book Fellow is someone who sees the Cathedral Book Store as a vital ministry and wants to support the book store’s growth and impact through financial support. As a group, we are committed to offering additional lectures, workshops and educational programs that enrich the lives and faith journeys of all people. On Sundays, March 13 and 20, stop by a special table in the Atrium to become a Book Fellow. Or, visit the Cathedral Book Store or website cathedralbookstore.org to learn more on how to become a Book Fellow. Your donation will benefit the Book Store’s ministry by: • Underwriting guest lecturers and educational programs. • Providing financing for special book donations to local charities and homeless shelters. • Supporting marketing efforts and improvements to the Cathedral Book Store. Benefits of becoming a Book Fellow include: • Discount shopping days and special discount coupons. • Advanced registration and reserved seating at lectures, workshops, and educational programs. • Special receptions to meet speakers and authors.
Are you interested in using the Cathedral kitchen for your group or event? Attend the Safe Food Service Preparation Training, presented by the Fulton County Department of Health. Wednesday, March 16 10–11 a.m. at the Cathedral To sign up, contact Ivory Richardson, irichardson@ stphilipscathedral.org. This training is free for participants.
As you prepare for Holy Week, shop at
the Cathedral Book Store
Regular hours: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Special Holy Week hours: Good Friday: 10 a.m.–noon Holy Saturday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Closed Easter Sunday and Easter Monday
PR AYER S For those who are ill or recovering Priscilla Beale Karen Bellaire Virginia Bicksler George Bird John Blair Josh Borden Susan Carlisle Susan Cole Sally Coulter Lawrence Cowart Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Kitty Dukehart Angela Ellis Mary Elrod Mary Ann Frazier D. Louis Gruver, Jr. Connie Hoar Melissa Joiner Karen League Jack Lyle Herb Matthews Carol McDonald Dick Miller Marian Palmore Stuart Peebles Garry Pryor Jennifer Rankin Jonna Rankine Joe K. Steele
Roy Unkefer Chandra Westafer Dick Wilson Hollis Youngner Johnny Alewine Julia Alston Steve Auerbach Rodger Beatty Campbell Beckwith David Boone Joan Brooks Keith Brooks Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske Denise Carlson Andrew Clark Joann Claypoole Jackson Culbreth John Dunn Carleton Fuller Susan Gill Eudelle Lanier Graham Stan Haines Patricia Hentz Debanhi Hernandez Robert Hoder Annemarie and Ante Jazic Franklin Jones Bernard Andreas Kan Dorothy Lanier Kenerly Kelly Kolak Lisa Krysiak
WEEK OF WONDER JUNE 6-10, 9 A.M.–12 P.M. $100 PER CHILD Children who are age 3 (by March 1) through rising 5th graders are invited to participate in Week of Wonder, the Cathedral's Vacation Bible School! We'll play and learn, dance and sing throughout the week, all while “catching the wave of God’s amazing love” at Surf Shack! Week of Wonder is a volunteer driven Christian formation experience. We rely on parent, youth, and community volunteers to keep WOW running, safe, and fun. Adults, please prayerfully consider how you will be a part of the WOW experience this year and fill out a registration form to let us know that you will be here. Volunteers and participants can sign up at stphilipscathedral.org/weekofwonder.
Margaret Winders Kuhn Mrs. Louis H. Marcotte, Sr Barbara Massey Bonnie Shields McCormack Lorraine McKnight Jan McPherson Andy Nelson Helen Patterson Libby Powell Cary Purvis Logan Shannep Michelle Simmons Roush Vance Ed Vogel Caroline and John Westerhoff Lu Worrell For those who have died Anne Feeny Bullard Helen Copeland David Houk Charles Ilianakalea Sam Snow 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
Cathedral Thrift House Treasure of the Week Reproduction of an 18th century fourdrawer block-front mahogany secretary made by Maddox of Jamestown, New York in early 1970s. This piece stands 88" high, 38" wide and 22" deep; a beautiful piece in excellent condition. Please remember us and donate your unloved garden utensils and accessories for our annual Gardens of Grace sale: Saturday, May 7. 1893 Piedmont Road 404-876-5440 Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
YOUTH Youth from the Cathedral will be joining others from around the diocese and city to participate in the Hunger Walk, Sunday, March 13. “The Hunger Walk generates valuable funds for the Atlanta Community Food Bank and other local nonprofit organizations that operate and support food pantries, community kitchens, shelters and other programs for people in need of food assistance.” Youth in grades 6–12 will leave the Cathedral together at 11:30 a.m. and head down to Turner Field. Registration is $25.
Join t he team!
Habitat for Humanity build Saturdays through April 23 stphilipscathedral.org/serve for details
LETTER S TO A YOUNG EPISCOPALI A N Dear Anna, I enjoyed hearing about the service project that your friend, Philip, completed over his spring break. I gather that Philip’s church has been going down to the same neighborhood in New Orleans ever since Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005. It can be difficult to go into an isolated urban neighborhood and do what Philip did, particularly in just a week. Someone did a lot of organizing for that to happen. And, a lot of people did a lot of work to create the trust that a project like that requires. I’m not surprised that Philip enjoyed the meals the most. New Orleans is known for its food; but, it’s more than that. Eating together reminds us of our shared needs and the joy of meeting them together. Things have changed since I went on my first mission trip. Back then, we went into neighborhoods,
picked up trash, planted flowers, gave away food and clothing, and painted houses. It
was fun to do, and things did look better when we left. When we actually got to know the people who lived there, though, they told us that we were making matters worse. They didn’t want us to do things for them, as much as they wanted us to help them do things for themselves. We learned over time that the best way to help was not to do things the way we normally did them. We stopped doing “for” and started doing “with.” So, now, people are much more likely to let local leaders tell us what they think needs to be done and then work shoulderto-shoulder with the neighborhood on those projects. People are looking for ways to build the capacity of people by starting up legitimate businesses – like food co-ops instead of free-food pantries, toy stores instead of adopt-a-family gift-giving programs, thrift houses instead of free-clothes closets. Businesses have a way of eliminating dependencies while restoring dignity.
And, people are looking for ways to measure whether things are getting better over time. Someone is always benefiting from the services offered. It’s important that the beneficiaries not be just the service providers. If you are interested in learning more about how all of this works, you might read Toxic Charity, by Bob Lupton. It was painful for me to realize how easily we can hurt those we are tying to help, but every time I hear about a successful partnership like the one Philip’s church has created with the neighborhood in New Orleans, I have renewed hope! 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.
POSTMASTER: Dated Material. Please deliver by March 12, 2016 POSTMASTER send address changes to: The Cathedral of St. Philip 2744 Peachtree Road, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30305-2920 404.365.1000
SIGN UP FOR FOYERS TODAY! Do you enjoy eating good food and meeting new people? Then Foyers is for you! Experience friends, food, and fellowship in small groups of 8 to 10 each month beginning with Super Foyers on Sunday, April 3 at 6 p.m. in Child Hall. It's not too early to sign up! Please contact Jackie Hollingsworth at 404-281-8282 or jackiech03@gmail.com.
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SAVE THE DATE
The final session of our Lenten Series features the Rev. Katie Bradshaw on “Practicing Resurrection: Salvation as Both Personal and Communal.” Join her Wednesday, March 16, at 7 p.m. in the Gould Room or at stphilipscathedral.org/lentenseries.
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!
The Rev. Katie Bradshaw, a native of Dothan, Alabama, is a graduate of Birmingham-Southern College, where she majored in history. She holds a Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law and a Master of Divinity from Sewanee. Currently, Katie is the curate at St. Columb’s Episcopal Church in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Before attending seminary, Katie served as staff attorney to the Honorable Lester F. Williamson, Jr., and as an assistant public defender.
C AT H E D R A L S E R V I C E S O N L I N E The Cathedral now offers live video streaming of the 11:15 a.m. service every Sunday! If you are unable to attend church in person, simply log on to worship with us each week: stphilipscathedral.org/stream. Video recordings of 8:45 a.m and 11:15 a.m. sermons are also available online, usually within a day or two.