cathedral times The Weekly Newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip, Serving Atlanta and the World
October 9, 2016
Join us this Sunday, October 9, as we celebrate our patronal feast day:
THE FEAST OF ST. PHILIP! There is one Body and one Spirit; there is one hope in God's call to us; one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; one God and Father of all. To be baptized this Sunday, October 9: Zachary Lawrence Cloud, son of Zack and Maria Cloud Avery Frances Duncan, daughter of Libby and Chip Duncan Sacha Ilan Nii Osai Dodoo, son of Newland Dodoo and Princess Kludjeson James Pierce Fontaine, son of David and Avery Fontaine Pierce Lanier McDonald, daughter of Porter and Stewart McDonald Andrew James Neal, son of Zach Neal and Katie Wester-Neal Charles Bennet Neal, son of Zach Neal and Katie Wester-Neal Katherine Sarah Peters, daughter of Sarah and Josh Peters Henry Howell Reschly, son of Matt and Caroline Reschly William Walters Snell, son of John and Katherine Snell Mark Palmour Tomlinson II, son of Tere Tomlinson Avery Marie Wagner, daughter of Molly and Brendan Wagner
Adult, youth, and children's Sunday School will meet as usual at 10:10 a.m.
We reveled in the soul of creation last week at
THE FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS! All manner of pets joined us for the 8:45 a.m. service last Sunday, October 2 for our annual celebration of the Feast of St. Francis.
“Look, here is water! What is to prevent me from being baptized?” From this week’s lectionary Acts 8:37
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 Pastoral Care and Worship 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
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 and seminarian Clayton Harrington lead 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, October 9, 2016 / The Feast of St. Philip
Sunday, October 9, 2016 / The Feast of St. Philip
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
4 p.m. Choral Eucharist / Cathedral Schola Jean Langlais, Messe Solennelle Ēriks Ešenvalds, O salutaris hostia
9 a.m.
CHILDREN
Liturgy of the Word Lesson: Isaiah 53:7–11 Psalm Psalm 67 Epistle: Acts 8:26–40 Gospel: Matthew 28:18–20
8:45 a.m. Baptism and Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Dean Sam Candler Preacher: Canon Todd Smelser
Baptism and Holy Eucharist, Mikell Chapel Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
11:15 a.m. Baptism and Holy Eucharist, Cathedral Celebrant: Dean Sam Candler Preacher: Canon Todd Smelser 11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía, Mikell Chapel Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval 4 p.m.
Choral Eucharist, Cathedral Officiant and Preacher: Dean Sam Candler
8:45 and 11:15 a.m. Holy Baptism and Holy Eucharist / Cathedral Choir William Walton, Jubilate Deo Joel Martinson, The Invitation
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 Unless otherwise noted, these adult education classes are held Sunday mornings from 10:10–11 a.m. THE DEAN’S FORUM (CHILD HALL) Join Sam Candler, the Dean of the Cathedral, as he presents contemporary issues of faith and life. This Sunday, Dean Candler will present part three of his series on prayer. OLD FASHIONED SUNDAY SCHOOL (ROOM 133) Led by Canons George Maxwell and Cathy Zappa, you will find a light heart and a broad welcome in Old Fashioned Sunday School. This year, we are talking about Jesus. In particular, we’re wrestling with his question, “Who do you say that I am?,” by considering historical images of Jesus and their implications for faith, then and now. TURN MY MOURNING INTO DANCING (ROOM 120) As part of a series of pastoral care classes, Canon Wallace Marsh will lead a series on grief and suffering. How do we help ourselves and others turn mourning into dancing? This series will be based upon Henri Nouwen’s book of the same name.
BIBLICAL GREEK (ROOM 356) Beginning Biblical Greek is offered on a drop-in basis on Sunday mornings at 10:10 a.m. Continuing Biblical Greek classes are offered on Sundays from 1:15–2:45 p.m. for anyone who wants to learn the basics of translation using grammar aids, lexicons, and commentaries. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith at thee.smith@emory.edu. SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY (ROOM 122) 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 will read the Letter of Paul to the Romans. For more information, please contact Jim Bingham at 404-373-3273 or binghamjim@bellsouth.net. GROUNDED: FINDING GOD IN THE WORLD (ROOM 239) Canon Carolynne Williams leads this class, based on the book of the same title by Diana Bass.
ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS Wednesdays, 7–8:30 p.m. October 12 – December 7 Confirmation service on Sunday, December 11 Confirmation in the Episcopal Church is a “mature public affirmation of faith and commitment to the responsibilities of Baptism.” If you are new to the Episcopal Church or simply have a desire to find out more about the Church and this Cathedral parish, come learn with us this fall. This class is coordinated by Canon Wallace Marsh and taught in rotation by Dean Sam Candler and various Cathedral clergy. For more information or to sign up, contact Canon Wallace Marsh, cmarsh@stphilipscathedral.org
CHILDR EN GODLY PLAY! All children age 2 (by September 1) through 5th grade are invited to Godly Play, our Sunday School curriculum. Based on the Montessori method, Godly Play uses storytelling and creative responses to encourage children to seek and find God. We meet during the education hour, 10:10–11 a.m. on Sundays. Sign up today at stphilipscathedral. org/godlyplay. Contact Lisa McNamara, lmcnamara@ stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1082, for more information.
YOUTH YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL OPTIONS These classes meet Sundays, 10:10–11 a.m., on the youth hall upstairs. JESUS AS A LEADER High School students are invited to join Maggie Paul in Room 368 for a class that will look at the different ways that Jesus exemplified leadership and how these examples pertain to their lives at school, at church, and as they go off to college.
MUSIC OHIO ORGANIST TO PERFORM SUNDAY This Sunday, October 9, we welcome organist Daniel Fortune as our 3:15 p.m. recitalist. A graduate of Houghton College and Eastman School of Music, Fortune serves as Organist-Choirmaster at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Akron, Ohio. His program will include works by William Allen, Herbert Sumsion, and John Ireland. Come and hear this magnificent performer on Sunday.
BUILDING FAITH BRICK BY BRICK Middle and High School students are invited to come play and learn with youth ministry intern Jacob Nastruz in this fun and imaginative class where students are invited to explore some of the Bible’s awesome stories with...LEGOS!
Daniel Fortune, organ
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Akron, Ohio William T. Allen, Toccata Herbert Sumsion, Movements from Air, Berceuse, and Procession John Ireland, “Elegy” from Dowland Suite William T. Allen, Nun danket alle Gott William T. Allen, Fantasy and Fugue on “Puer nobis”
MAKING IT REAL AND RELEVANT Youth ministry intern Meg Jones will lead a series for Middle School youth using multimedia resources to bring the lectionary text to life in a new way.
CHOR AL EUCHARIST FOR ST. PHILIP This Sunday, October 9, we celebrate the feast day of our patron saint, Philip, Deacon and Evangelist. At 4 p.m., we will offer a Choral Eucharist, sung by the Cathedral Shola, featuring French composer Jean Langlais’ magnificent Messe Solennelle. Come and worship through one of the great 20th century mass settings in our marvelous sacred space.
FRIENDS OF CATHEDR AL MUSIC PRESENTS
The Treble Choristers of the Choir of Men and Boys, Saint Thomas Church, New York FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 7:30 PM The choir of St. Thomas Church is one of the finest choirs in North America and is under the direction of their brand new conductor Daniel Hyde. Tickets are available at stphilipscathedral.org/concerts or at the Cathedral Book Store.
CHILDR EN'S MINISTR IES
LUNCH A ND LEAR N
EYSEEDLINGS All 4th and 5th Graders are invited to attend the October meeting of EYSeedlings. We’ll have games, tacos, and a not-so-scary movie. The fun begins at 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 9. Please RSVP at stphilipscathedral.org/EYSeedlingsOct.
The Cathedral's Pastoral Care team and the Cathedral Counseling Center invite you to monthly “Lunch and Learn” programs in the Gould Room. The luncheons provide an opportunity to learn about pastoral and counseling topics and ways to extend support to others. RSVP online at stphilipscathedral.org/lunchandlearn. Suggested donation is $10. Bring your lunch or purchase one from Flora & Flour in the Cathedral kitchen.
COUNSELING CENTER GRIEF GROUP WITH MEG MOYE This fall, Meg Moye of the Cathedral Counseling Center will facilitate “The Journey of Grief ” on three Tuesdays, October 18, October 25, and November 1, from noon–1:30 p.m. in the Lanier House. This group is for those experiencing the death of a loved one and seeking a place to share their journey through grief and loss with others experiencing the feelings and challenges that follow. We offer a supportive, confidential space to explore the process of grief and share with others our journey toward physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The cost is $90 for the three sessions. For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Meg Moye, 404-483-3711 or mmoye@cathedralcounselingcenter.org.
DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS Wednesday, October 12, noon–1 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Bill Clarkson is an executive coach at the Cathedral Counseling Center. He will lead this program on the importance of developing your personal and professional leadership skills. THE IMPACT OF DIVORCE IN AMERICA Wednesday, November 9, noon–1 p.m. Christy Gituku PARENTING WORKS: TEENS Wednesday, December 14, noon–1 p.m. Jared Smiley, LPC
CATHEDR AL BOOK STOR E
OUTR EACH
FALL BOOK DRIVE For the second year, the Cathedral Book Store will be collecting new books for the children at the Homeless Requiem, Our House Emergency Shelter Program, Crossroads, and now Arrendale Prison Children's Center, with a goal of 250 books! Donated books will be distributed to children at the Homeless Requiem and in December to the other groups. Books are available to purchase at the Book Store during regular business hours and in the Atrium from 9–11 a.m. on Sundays, October 16, 23, and 30, or you can purchase them on the night of the Homeless Requiem. Please help each of these wonderful children receive a brand new book this year!
BARBAR A DOOLEY TO SPEAK AT BCM BREAKFAST Buckhead Christian Ministry’s Seeds of Change Society invites you to join them on the morning of Friday, October 21 for the “Sowing Seeds of Faith” women’s breakfast featuring Barbara Dooley at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church. Barbara, whose husband is legendary UGA football coach Vince Dooley, is a witty author and speaker with an inspiring story to share. This event is sure to sell out. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit buckheadchristianministry.org.
FINA NCE
MEMBERSHIP TR ANSITIONS
VOLUNTEER FOR FINANCE COUNT TEAMS Do you enjoy teamwork and want to make new friends? Opportunities are available to serve on the very necessary, but often unheralded, finance count teams. These volunteers count the offering each Sunday morning. Each team consists of four to five individuals who serve during the Sunday morning services about once every two months. Due to recent relocations, the Cathedral needs some new count team members this year. If you are interested in serving in this parish ministry, please call Emily Bazzel at 404-365-1074.
NEW MEMBERS Frances and Jay Lockwood, from Atlanta Laura Poole, from Boydton, Virginia Tae Lee and Kyrie Kim from Seoul, South Korea BAPTISMS Rollis Payne Whitney WEDDINGS Tippa McClure and Nathan Horsley, married September 10, 2016
ELDER S ST. ANTHONY'S PRESENTS CAPITOL CITY OPER A Come enjoy an evening of free entertainment sponsored by the St. Anthony's Guild as the “lighter side” of the Capitol City Opera presents the music of Stephen Songheim on Thursday, October 20 in Child Hall. Coffee and cake will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the music starts at 7 p.m. This event is free, but donations are appreciated. Please RSVP to the Information Desk, 404365-1000, by October 19.
Sandra Gordy and Sam Massell, married September 20, 2016 Alden Denny and George Barsness, Jr., married September 24, 2016 DEATHS Kathleen Boylan Cowart, wife of Lawrence Cowart, mother of Robin Cowart, Simon Cowart, Oliver Cowart, Julian Cowart, and Courtney Cowart, died September 21, 2016 Joseph Humphrey Kiely, husband of Holly Kiely, father of `Amanda Lake, Tim Kiely, and Joe Kiely, died October 1, 2016 Herbert Ray Matthews, Sr., mother of Lea Butler and Chip Matthews, grandfather of Sarah Matthews, Alex Anne Matthews, Benton Matthews III, died September 26, 2016
Listening for the Heartbeat of God: The Vision and Practice of Celtic Spirituality
2016 Spirituality Conference featuring John Philip Newell Saturday, October 29, 2016 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tickets and more info: stphilipscathedral.org/spiritualityconference or Jeannie Mahood, 404-365-1034 or jmahood@stphilipscathedral.org. John Philip Newell is an ordained minister in the Church of Scotland and one of the most prominent Christian teachers of spirituality in the Western world. Formerly warden of Iona Abbey in the Western Isles of Scotland, he now divides his time between Edinburgh, where he does most of his writing, and traveling and teaching internationally. In 2011 he received the first-ever Contemplative Voices Award from the Shalem Institute in Washington DC, in recognition of his work in spirituality and peacemaking. He has authored over 15 books, most recently The Rebirthing of God: Christianity's Struggle for New Beginnings.
PR AYER S For those who are ill or recovering: Wills Anderson Steve Auerbach Julia Ballard Ronald L. Barclay Priscilla Beale Rodger Beatty Karen Bellaire Cornelia Bird George Bird John Blair Marcia Block David Boone Josh Borden Elisabeth Taber Bottler Joan Brooks Keith Brooks Neal Brown and family Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske Denise Carlson Catherine Carson Andrew Clark Joann Claypoole Leonard A. Cobb David and Ginny Collins Alex and Andrea Corriere Paula Corwin Lawrence Cowart Jackson Culbreth Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Kitty Dukehart Angela Ellis Mary Elrod Sean Farmer Amy Feuss Robert L. Foreman, Jr. Van Foster Mary Ann Frazier Noreen Raymond Frink Carleton Fuller Susan Gill Rebecca Gorman Peggy Govan
Eudelle Lanier Graham Dianne Griner D. Louis Gruver, Jr. Ellen Gunn Doyce Gunter Jane Hannah Helen Hammond Caroline Hatcher Shirley Heermann Patricia Hentz Debanhi Hernandez Richard Hill Connie Hoar Alice Hoft Peggy Hull Michael Ivy Annemarie and Ante Jazic Vivian Johnson Jon Jane Jones Diane Kirk Teresa Kohnle Kelly Kolak Lisa Krysiak Margaret Winders Kuhn Landon Lanier Tommy Lanier Karen League Jack Lyle Robert and Aggie Maddox Janie Mathis Michelle Maxwell Reilly McClain Michael McClelland Bonnie Shields McCormack Carol McDonald Jan McPherson Katharine Roberts Merrifield Dick Miller Lyn Moore Lucius Morton Andy Nelson Stuart Peebles Beth Pitzer
Libby Powell Garry Pryor Jennifer Rankin Jonna Rankine Bobbie and Bill Rowe Sophia Rowe James Sands Coleen Schoen Logan Shannep Michelle Simmons Lara Smith Sitton Bill Smith Lyda Sorgini Joe K. Steele Mack Brown Stevenson, Jr. Janiece Townshend Roy Unkefer Martir Valesquez Peter Veverka Ed Vogel Elizabeth Slaton Wallace Meredith Wallace Herbert “Rip” Waters Cindy West Chandra Westafer Caroline and John Westerhoff Stephen Williamson Dick Wilson Marion Wilson Lu Worrell Patricia Young Hollis Youngner Dara, Arnani, and Cyvia Zinney For those who have died Kathleen Cowart Dorothy Lanier Kenerly Dale Joiner Joe Kiely Herb Matthews
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POSTMASTER: Dated Material. Please deliver by October 8, 2016 POSTMASTER Send address changes to: The Cathedral of St. Philip 2744 Peachtree Road, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30305-2920 404.365.1000
Lunch from renowned pastry chef Lauren Raymond is back at the Cathedral kitchen!
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Cathedral Farmers Market
Wednesdays 4:30 – 8 p.m. Saturdays (new fall hours!) 9 a.m – noon in the cathedral parking lot Please join us on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. - noon when the Cathedral Farmers Market hosts the Cathedral Thrift House for a culinary yard sale! We will have beautiful vintage and contemporary culinary items of all kinds, for every style and budget. All proceeds will go to benefit the Thrift House and the Farmers Market. The Thrift House will also be accepting donations of culinary items during the sale.
peachtreeroadfarmersmarket.com
It s' Fall, Y'all!
Join us for barbeque and brews at the Cathedral! Saturday, October 15 — 5–8 p.m. Tickets: stphilipscathedral.org/fall $10, includes food and beverages This is a 21+ event.
Food and drinks from: Flora and Flour Souper Jenny TGM Pretzels Sweetwater Monday Night Brewing