cathedral times The Weekly Newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip, Serving Atlanta and the World
July 3, 2016
CALLING ON THE SPIRIT, AS WE AGE, IN UNSETTLING TIMES By the Rev. Carolynne G. Williams Canon Associate for Pastoral and Elder Care The biologist says this about aging: “In all organisms which age, aging expresses itself as an increased ability to die with the passage of time” (Alex Comfort, A Good Age, pg. 71). There are diseases of age which can be palliated by skilled medical treatment and by such less popular maneuvers as treating older folks decently and having enough money to live on. Golda Meir, at age 75, after retiring from serving as Israel's Prime Minister, was asked to head a committee to rejuvenate the Labor party. Frank Lloyd Wright,
America's greatest architect, began his most creative and prolific work at the age of 69. It began from the innovative house, Falling Water, in Bear Run, Pennsylvania, and continued with New York's circular Guggenheim Museum, with its curving inner ramp and tilting walls. The Guggenheim was completed in 1959, the year Wright died at the age of 91. What is the point? We, all people, age in one of two ways. Galatians 5:16-22 gives us a great description of them: living by the spirit or living by the flesh. They are both clear suggestions and, of course, we have a choice. “Live by the spirit, I say, and do not gratify the desires of the flesh.” (Galatians 5:22) One of the beauties of aging with grace is that there are all types of possibilities and opportunities for fine-tuning ourselves. We can upgrade where we desire to upgrade; we can make choices that enhance our spirit, our way of being. We can upgrade by changing our mind, changing our heart, if it has been hardened, and we can, with hope, be transformed. As we age, the spirit, our inner being, seems to permit and make allowances and space within us. The spirit, that inner being, assists in giving each of us an opportunity to look at ourselves, from our hearts. It seems to happen as we become more self- aware. When we are open to it, a belief, through our faith, in our creator being present within us makes the changes that we eventually recognize and accept.
The seventy returned with joy, saying, “Lord, in your name even the demons submit to us!” From this week’s lectionary Luke 10:17
But when we have expectations about aging and those expectations are not aligned with what is actually taking place within us, spiritually and physically, we become unsettled. When we turn to look at the world around us and we see the constant movement and action, we may or may not carry anxiety. The goal for many is to sustain our daily routines and return to who we are, really, with best practices and devotion to God 's presence in our lives. Each day we begin again and again. We are summoned to do the work we have been called to do and in the very doing of the work we find a sense of human spirit, human life, human community at its fullest and its best. “We look for God's ‘Most Holy Spirit’ to rule our human hearts in ways that will bring us all to a fuller comprehension of it and make it newly available in the life of this age.” (L. William Countryman, Calling on the Spirit in Unsettling Times, pg. 17) The Lord does not disappoint those who take the walk of aging with grace, walking with love, hospitality. Take the risk: seek out God's son, through the spirit, and you will see he's already there, especially in unsettling times.
SPIR ITUALIT Y
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. 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. Carolynne G. Williams Canon Associate for Pastoral and Elder Care The Rev. Juan Sandoval Deacon for Hispanic Ministries
“This is the day that the Lord has made, let me rejoice and be glad in it.” I begin most mornings greeting God before getting out of bed singing this little song. I often keep the Book of Common Prayer on my bedside table, reach for it and read “In The Morning” on page 137 from the Daily Devotions for Individuals and Families. Or, I read a few prayers beginning on page 814 in the Prayers and Thanksgiving section. For me, it’s a nice way to begin the day. God is present. All through the day I do what I call 'surface prayers' – giving thanks to God; praying for family, friends, and people for whom I have been asked to pray; and praying for trouble spots in the world and for disaster victims. This past year our family has had several serious medical issues; being on the receiving end of prayer has been ever so powerful. The peace of God and presence of God has been known in cards sent, meals brought, phone calls received, help and assistance freely given. We have been truly blessed. Thanks be to God. —Roberta Williamson
If you missed previous issues, check out the Prayer Corner archive at stphilipscathedral.org/prayercorner for other ideas on how you can take you prayers along with you this summer! WORSHIP SCHEDULE
MUSIC
Sunday, July 3, 2016 / Pentecost 7: Proper 9C
Sunday, July 3, 2016 / Pentecost 7: Proper 9C
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins
CHILDREN
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: 2 Kings 5:1-14 Psalm 30 Epistle: Galatians 6:1-16 Gospel: Luke 10:1-11, 16-20
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. Bill Harkins
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins Preacher: Dean Sam Candler
11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval
8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir (Decani) David Conte, “In heaven soaring up” from Three Mystical Songs Harold Friedell, Draw us in the Spirit’s tether The Nurturing Center is open for children four and younger from 8:30 a.m. through the end of the 11:15 a.m. service each week.
MEMBERSHIP WEDDINGS Erin Murphy and Bruce Crabtree IV, married June 18, 2016 DEATHS William Barrett Howell, Sr., husband of Fay Howell, father of Barrett Howell II (Clayton), grandfather of Barrett Howell III and Sheffield Howell, died June 18, 2016
SPIR ITUALIT Y FALL CLASS ON “THE WAY OF PR AYER” If you are interested in going deeper in prayer, with the support of a spiritual community, consider participating in our fall offering, “The Way of Prayer.” This 11-week course, facilitated by Cathedral member and long-time church educator Bonnie Lamberth, will combine the study and practice of prayer with group spiritual direction. The group will meet Wednesday mornings, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., from September 7 – November 16. For more information, email lamberthb@bellsouth.net.
ADULT EDUCATION DEAN'S WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY Last week, Cathedral members enjoyed an evening of fun, fellowship, and bowling with members from Church of the Common Ground, an Episcopal church community on the streets of Atlanta. Thanks to all who came out! There will be no Sunday School this Sunday, July 3. “Heroes in the Practice of Faith” will resume next week, July 10, with David Burge discussing William Wilberforce.
This summer, the Dean's Women's Bible Study will read Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi by Amy-Jill Levine. Levine is a professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies at Vanderbilt University. She is an engaging teacher and writer (you might have heard/seen her lecturing here in town or in one of the Great Courses series). The book offers fresh studies of parables we have all heard many times, seeking to show us how to hear these stories “through an imagined set of first-century Jewish ears” (as Jesus’ listeners would have heard them), and how to translate them so that they can be heard still speaking today. All women are invited to join us in this book study, which begins Wednesday, July 6. We meet Wednesdays from 10:45-11:45 a.m. in the Chapter Room. Contact Mary Caroline Cravens, marycarolined@cs.com, with any questions.
PR AYER S FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING: Julia Alston, Steve Auerbach, Priscilla Beale, Rodger Beatty, Karen Bellaire,
Cornelia Bird, George Bird, John Blair, Marcia Block, David Boone, Josh Borden, Joan Brooks, Keith Brooks, Neal Brown and family, Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske, Denise Carlson, Josie Carlyle, Andrew Clark, Joann Claypoole, David Collins,
Lawrence Cowart, Jackson Culbreth, Terry Dornbush, Sarah duBignon, Kitty Dukehart, John Dunn, Angela Ellis, Mary Elrod, Amy Feuss, Mary Ann Frazier, Carleton Fuller, Susan Gill, Rebecca Gorman, Peggy Govan, Eudelle Lanier Graham, Dianne Griner, D. Louis Gruver, Jr., Ellen Gunn, Stan Haines, Jennifer Ham, Jane Hannah, Caroline Hatcher, Patricia Hentz, Debanhi Hernandez, Richard Hill, Connie Hoar, Annemarie and Ante Jazic, Dorothy Lanier Kenerly, Kelly Kolak, Lisa Krysiak, Margaret Winders
Kuhn, Tommy Lanier, Karen League, Jack Lyle, Herb Matthews, Janie Mathis, Michelle Maxwell, Reilly McClain, Bonnie Shields
McCormack, Carol McDonald, Lorraine McKnight, Jan McPherson, Dick Miller, Lucius Morton, Julia and William Moye, Deloria Musgrove, Andy Nelson, Stuart Peebles, Libby Powell, Garry Pryor, Jennifer Rankin, Jonna Rankine, Whitney Kemble Robbins,
Logan Shannep, Michelle Simmons, Lara Smith Sitton, Bill Smith, Lyda Sorgini, Joe K. Steele, Janiece Townsend, Roy Unkefer,
Roush Vance, Ed Vogel, Meredith Wallace, Chandra Westafer, Caroline and John Westerhoff, Stephen Williamson, Dick Wilson, Marion Wilson, Lu Worrell, Patricia Young, Hollis Youngner
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: William Barrett Howell, Sr., Nell Melzer
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POSTMASTER: Dated Material. Please deliver by July 2, 2016
The Cathedral men’s softball team, champions of the North Atlanta Church League (A Division) four of the past five years, is looking for some new ballplayers to join in the fun! All games are either Wednesday or Thursday nights at Northside Drive Baptist Church in Buckhead. We have two requirements: players must be at least 16 years old and they must enjoy winning! For more information, contact Warren Barnes, 404-610-8699 or woobarnes@aol.com.
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PEACHTREE ROAD RACE
ATLANTA SUMMER ORGAN FESTIVAL
featuring
BRUCE NESWICK Canon for Music Trinity Cathedral, Portland, Oregon
Everyone is invited to the Cathedral to watch the annual Peachtree Road Race on Monday, July 4! If you’re not running, bring your family and friends, and chairs or blankets. Please plan to arrive by 6:30 a.m. when Peachtree Road is closed to vehicles in this area. We will cheer the runners and celebrate with prayer together on the lawn. If you are running in the Peachtree Road Race, please contact Dan Murphy at 404-365-1045 or dmurphy@stphilipscathedral.org so we know to look for you and can cheer you on!
Wednesday, July 6 7:30 p.m. $15 suggested donation at the door
BLESSINGS TO ALL PEACHTREE ROAD RACE RUNNERS, INCLUDING THESE FROM THE CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY:
Jackson Aull Liz Aull Bryant Bateman Caroline Bonin James Burge Joe Burton LeCretia Burton Susan Carlisle Molly Childers John Cobb
Mary Caroline Cravens Ernie Darby John Dean Leslie de Haven Pete de Haven Edward Ellis Mike Gonterman Dave Guthrie Jeannice Hall
Doug Hall Bill Harkins Lindsey Hardegree Mark Howard Don Jones John Lanier Graham Loomis Steve Merz Anna Murphy
Chris Payne Christy Payne Emily Payne Morgan Payne David Peters Jennifer Rosenblath Carolyn Scruggs Michael Stone Andrew Szymke
Sarah Szymke Dave Thompson Caroline Tidwell Lauren Trammell Fielding Troutman Kelly Troutman Sara Twardy Amanda Vaughn Katherine Woocher