The CATHEDRAL TIMES The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · December 17, 2017
WORSHIP SERVICES FOR THE 2017 CHRISTMAS SEASON Sunday, December 17 –The Third Sunday of Advent
The 7:45 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 9 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. services will be held as usual. Children’s, youth, and adult Sunday School will not meet this Sunday. The Living Nativity will take place in Child Hall during the education hour, 10:10–11 a.m. 4 p.m. A Festival of Nine Christmas Lessons and Carols Officiant: Canon Wallace Marsh The Cathedral Schola
Sunday, December 24 – Fourth Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve The 8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. services for the Fourth Sunday of Advent will be held as usual. The 7:45 a.m and 9 a.m. services will not meet on this day. La Santa Eucaristía will join the Cathedral service. 8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith; Preacher: Canon Wallace Marsh 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins; Preacher: Canon Wallace Marsh 4 p.m. Children’s Christmas Pageant with Holy Eucharist Celebrant: Dean Sam Candler The Cathedral Choristers and members of the Cathedral Schola Overflow seating and live streaming in Child Hall The Pageant will be broadcast online at stphilipscathedral.org/stream. 8 p.m. Choral Prelude and Carols 8:30 p.m. Festival Choral Eucharist Celebrant: Canon Carolynne Williams; Preacher: Dean Sam Candler The Cathedral Choir with members of the Atlanta Symphony Brass 11 p.m. Choral Prelude and Carols 11:30 p.m. Festival Choral Eucharist Celebrant: Canon Carolynne Williams; Preacher: Dean Sam Candler The Cathedral Choir with members of the Atlanta Symphony Brass Worship with the Cathedral on WSB-TV, Channel 2, starting at 11:35 p.m.
Monday, December 25 – Christmas Day
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Celebrant: Canon Wallace Marsh; Preacher: Dean Sam Candler
This SUNDAY
DECEMBER 17, 2017 · The Third Sunday of Advent, Year B
Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 · Psalm 126 · 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 · John 1:6-8,19-28
7:45 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, MIKELL CHAPEL
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
8:45 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: Canon Carolynne Williams Preacher: Dean Sam Candler Cathedral Choristers: arr. Craig Phillips, People, Look East! Martin How, Advent Message
9 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, MIKELL CHAPEL
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith
11:15 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: Canon Wallace Marsh Preacher: Dean Sam Candler Cathedral Choir: Orlando Gibbons, This is the record of John Johann Wanning, Vox clamantis in deserto
11:15 A.M. LA SANTA EUCARISTÍA, MIKELL CHAPEL Celebrant: Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: Deacon Juan Sandoval
4 P.M. A FESTIVAL OF NINE CHRISTMAS LESSONS AND CAROLS, CATHEDRAL Officiant: Canon Wallace Marsh Cathedral Schola “Once in royal David’s city” (Irby) Elizabeth Poston, Jesus Christ the apple tree Eric Whitacre, Lux arumque Herbert Howells, A Spotless Rose “Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming” (Es ist ein Ros entsprungen) Charles Beaudrot, Comfort, comfort ye my people arr. Stephen Cleobury, Joys Seven “Ye who claim the faith of Jesus” ( Julion) Harold Darke, In the bleak midwinter arr. Paul Halley, What Child is this Peter Warlock, Bethlehem Down arr. Dale Adelmann, Of the Father’s love begotten (Divinum mysterium) arr. Gustav Holst, Christmas Day (Choral Fantasy on Christmas Carols) “Angels we have heard on high” (Gloria)
WORSHIP CHRISTMAS LESSONS AND CAROLS
BLUE CHRISTMAS For many of us, Christmas is a tough time, and can be the occasion for “feeling blue” in the midst of the culture focused on being happy and celebrating. At such times, we need to take time to acknowledge our sadness, loss, and grief. The anguish of broken relationships or unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the loss of a loved one, and even the loss of a dear family pet – all can contribute to a feeling of being alone, of “feeling blue,” in the midst of the season around us. The Cathedral invites you to join us in sharing a Blue Christmas service on Wednesday, December 20, at 6:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Chapel. We invite you to move from “feeling blue” to experiencing the wonder and hope of Christmas. For questions contact the Rev. Dr. Bill Harkins, bharkins@stphilipscathedral.org, or Canon Wallace Marsh, wmarsh@stphilipscathedral.org.
The Cathedral Schola will lead our annual Festival of Nine Christmas Lessons and Carols by Candlelight this Sunday, December 17 at 4 p.m. Biblical readings narrating the prophecy and birth of Jesus are illuminated by congregational carols and choral music of the Christmas season. Our festival is modeled on the famous worship service at King’s College, Cambridge, which has become popular worldwide since World War II through annual radio broadcasts on Christmas Eve. Whether you best sense the Eternal through beautiful choral music or popular carols sung by all, this service holds something for everyone. Amid the frenetic pace of the Christmas season, this is a perfect opportunity to take a few moments to step back to contemplate and enjoy its real meaning.
LIVING NATIVITY! Join us for the Living Nativity from 9:30–11 a.m. this Sunday, December 17 in Child Hall. All are welcome! Regular Sunday School classes will not meet.
The CATHEDRAL of ST. PHILIP
The Very Rev. Samuel G. Candler, Dean Dale Adelmann, Ph.D., Canon for Music The Rev. C. Wallace Marsh IV, Canon for Pastoral Care and Worship The Rev. George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar The Rev. Catherine Zappa, Canon for Spirituality and Mission The Rev. John William Harkins III, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries The Rev. Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Rev. Carolynne G. Williams, Canon Associate for Pastoral Care and Elder Ministry Mary Caroline Cravens, Senior Warden Doug O’Bryan, Junior Warden
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OUTREACH HABITAT CHRISTMAS BASKETS Come be part of the annual and joyful experience of creating Christmas baskets for our Cathedral Habitat families. We are building an amazing 22 this year and need your help! You can help in several ways, including contributing food or monetary support, building baskets (beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 15), or delivering baskets (meeting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 16). Sign up in the Atrium or contact John Champion at 404-307-0817 or jchampion@bellsouth.net.
TOY DRIVE 2017 BENEFITING EMMAUS HOUSE AND BUCKHEAD CHRISTIAN MINISTRY Emmaus House and Buckhead Christian Ministry (BCM) provide Christmas gifts to children in need. Last year, Emmaus House provided gifts to nearly 800 children, and BCM provides gifts to more than 900 children. Please join the Cathedral ECW in a toy drive to help these organizations provide a cheerful Christmas to all.
Visit stphilipscathedral.org/toydrive for a list of suggested toys. If a toy requires batteries, please provide them. No military toys, especially guns.
HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP: Donate gifts: Bring new, unwrapped gifts to the bins in the Atrium until December 18 or to the toy drive table on Sundays through December 17. Write a check or give online: $35 will sponsor a child; $70 two children; for $175, five children will awaken to gifts on Christmas morning! All donation amounts are helpful and appreciated. Make checks payable to “The Cathedral of St. Philip – ECW Toy Drive.” Or, give by credit card online at stphilipscathedral.org/contribute or at the kiosk in the Atrium. Wrap gifts: Bring your tape and scissors and join the giftwrapping party at the Cathedral on Wednesday, December 13.
STEWARDSHIP YEAR-END GIVING The Cathedral needs to receive over $1,142,000 in contributions in December in order to have our income meet our expenses. Here’s how you can help: •
Cash and check contributions can be mailed, placed in the plate at any service, or hand-delivered to the Cathedral stewardship or finance offices. A contribution must be received at the Cathedral by Sunday, December 31 or postmarked by Sunday, December 31 in order for it to be considered a 2017 tax deduction.
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Credit card donations may be processed at the Atrium kiosk any time the building is open.
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Online contributions can be made via stphilipscathedral.org/contribute. Contributions can be processed through Sunday, December 31 in order to be considered for a 2017 tax deduction.
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Stock certificates must delivered to our office by Sunday, December 31 or be received by our broker by Sunday, December 31. Shares can be transferred electronically to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (DTC #0015), Account #308-130762. Our contact is Cathy Lamb at 404-266-6315. Please notify David Rocchio, drocchio@stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1033, of the transfer.
Year-end statements of contributions will be mailed in late January 2018 accounting for all of your contributions in the 2017 calendar year. Please contact David Rocchio, drocchio@stphilipscathedral.org or 404-365-1033, with any questions.
CHORISTERS
Episcopal Church WOMEN
CHORISTERS SELLING HOMEMADE SALSA
ST. VERONICA'S CONTINUES TOILETRY DRIVE
What’s the number one best thing for your 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship party? Chips and salsa, of course! The Cathedral Choristers will be selling homemade salsa on Sunday morning, January 7, in preparation for the National Championship on January 8. They will offer regular salsa as well as peach salsa that morning, and the money raised will help provide scholarships for Royal School of Church Music summer courses, chorister retreats, and other chorister-related expenses. Make sure to get yours — one jar for $10 or two jars for $15. If you’d like to pre-order, email Dr. Patrick Scott, pscott@ stphilipscathedral.org
Traveling these holidays? St. Veronica's Guild needs your new unused hotel- or standard-sized toiletries for our neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness. Your donation will be packed with other personal care items (socks, deodorant, dental care, soap,washcloths, combs and razors) for four local ministries. You may leave your contributions at any time at the Information Desk, or may contact Lucy Perry with questions. 404-350-9494, perry72@aol.com During this season of thanksgiving and gift giving, St. Veronica's Guils is deeply appreciative of your help in maintaining this mission.
CHILDREN'S Ministries CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Dress rehearsal for the Christmas pageant will be Sunday, December 17 at 12:45 p.m. If you have any questions, contact Sara Chapman at sarachapman@ westminster.net.
Christmas ALTAR FLOWERS Please list the name (or names) as you want them to appear: In Memorial for:
In Thanksgiving for:
name(s): In Memorial for:
In Thanksgiving for:
name(s): In Memorial for:
In Thanksgiving for:
name(s): In Memorial for: name(s):
In Thanksgiving for:
Please complete the following information about you: your name(s): phone: date:
STPHILIPSCATHEDRAL.ORG/CHRISTMASFLOWERS Please include a check with your request, made payable to the Cathedral of St. Philip. While any gift is appreciated, a minimum of $75 per printed line is suggested. Checks and forms should be sent to the Cathedral, Attn.: Janie Harris. You may also make arrangements by contacting Janie Harris, 404-365-1034 or jharris@ stphilipscathedral.org. The Flower Guild will also be taking these requests in the Atrium on Sundays through December 17.
Dear Anna, I do think of Advent as a season of preparation, but it has always felt less penitential than Lent does to me. It feels more like a time of expectation – as Paul says at the end of his first letter to the Corinthians, “Our Lord come!” I love Advent. The symbols of darkness and light resonate more powerfully with me, as our days grow shorter. The making of evergreen wreaths and the ceremonial lighting of the candles sanctify the time. Hearing the ancient “O” Antiphons in our Lessons and Carols services remind me of the beautiful liturgical traditions that have sustained our waiting for so long. Yet, with all of these spiritual disciplines focused on the present, and the steady flow of scriptural admonitions to stay awake and be alert, it’s still hard not to rush through Advent. There is just so much to do to before the end of the year. And, I find myself quickening my pace and packing my calendar without realizing that my anticipation of what’s coming next has gotten the best of me. I was thinking about all of this recently when I came across a story that one of my favorite writers, Annie Dillard, tells about the birth of a butterfly. Dillard was watching a cocoon one day, waiting for a butterfly to emerge. Her excitement turned into impatience,
CONGREGATIONAL Life NEW CATHEDRAL HISTORY BOOK ON SALE Richard Perry has written new book on the history of the Cathedral of St. Philip, These Old Walls, Volume II, covering 1997–2017. This is a follow-up to the original These Old Walls, which covers 1947–1997. Both are available at the Thrift House and Book Store and make wonderful Christmas presents! Volume II is $15; reprints of Volume I are $10.
so she lit a candle and carefully held it under the cocoon. And, she got what she wanted. The butterfly came out more quickly than it would have otherwise. But, what appeared to be the acceleration of a process turned out to be a short-circuiting of it. The butterfly’s wings had not had the time that they needed to develop, and they were not strong enough to fly. The story reflected my mood more than I
had realized. I have been feeling a little lonely lately. As Christmas plans develop, I am becoming increasingly aware of family and friends that I won’t be able to see this year – and, of course, of people I have loved who aren’t with us anymore. Maybe you are feeling a little like this too. I think the calling of Advent might be to sit with these feelings, avoiding the urge to rush past them. I think that it might be the longings we feel for intimacy and relationship that allow us to develop the wings that we need to fly.
Your affectionate uncle, Ames
MOTHERS MORNING OUT
MONDAY–FRIDAY 9AM–1PM STPHILIPSCATHEDRAL.ORG/MMO BLOOD DRIVE Wednesday, December 27 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Child Hall No reservation needed. Help save a life!
MEMBERSHIP TRANSITIONS CATH E DR AL TH RIF T HOUS E
BIRTH Joshua Rhoades Tillie, Jr., son of Josh and Lindsay Tillie, born September 24, 2016
DEATHS Sam Neville MacBean, died November 29, 2017 Mildred Rand Lines, died November 30, 2017
TRE A SURE OF TH E WE E K 19th century solid brass jelly pan. Measures 13.5" diameter and 7" deep. 1893 Piedmont Rd. | 404-876-5440 | Mon–Sat, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
PRAYER List FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING:
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED
IMMEDIATE NEEDS
Lyda Sorgini Walter Perrin Ginny Collins
Anne Willingham Joan Couch
LONG TERM PRAYERS Barbara Bazzel • Chuck Beaudrot • Virginia Bicksler • Cornelia Bird • George Bird • John Blair • David W. Boone • Josh Borden • Pat Brinson • Kaye Cairney • Heather Clark • Elizabeth Coil • Jamie Coleman • Lawrence Cowart • Terry Dornbush • Sarah duBignon • Kitty Dukehart • Susan Dunn • Angela Ellis • Randy Farmer • Max Ferguson • Amy Feuss • Patty Gifford • Jane Hannah • Caroline Hatcher • Shirley Heermann • Richard Hill • Jack Jennings • Elaine Lyon • Robert and Aggie Maddox • David McCarthy • Carol McDonald • Elaine McEachern • Wynetta McNeill • Georgia Meagher • Dick Miller • Carrick Mollenkamp • Mary Elizabeth Morgan • Charlie Neal • Marian Palmore • Brenda Pruitt • Garry Pryor • Jennifer Rankin • Pamela Reid • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Martin Ruegsegger • Louis "Skip" Schueddig • Jim Segars • Jeanne M. Smith • Julie Sutton • Tommy Truesdale • Cindy West • Andy Westafer • Chandra Westafer • Lisa Box Williams • Hollis Youngner
FAMILY AND FRIENDS Brenda Alonso • Gayle Ball • Bettina Bass • Kathy Beard • Rodger Beatty • David Boyd • Darrell Boyette • Joan Brooks • Keith Brooks • Meredith, Adam, and Leo Bugenske • Jake Cantrell • Denise Carlson • Andrew Clark • Faye Comer • Timothy Paul Condrey • Floyd Childs Cooper III • Bea Cowan • Lonieze Cranshaw • Gabe Crieger • Jackson Culbreth • Ashley Debelbot and Brenda Jones • Brenda Dickerson • Joshua Felder • Emily Ferguson • Ann Carol Followill • Carleton Fuller • Tom Gardner • Susan Gill • Peggy Govan • Eudelle Lanier Graham • Darrell and Gail Grimmett • D. Louis Gruver, Jr. • Doyce Gunter • Dottie Gwynn • Helen Hammond • Debbie Hardegree • Chris Hardy • Bobby Hearn • Greg Hentz • Butch Higley • Liz Grant Hilton • Annemarie and Ante Jazic • Tom Jones • Sun Ja Kim • Kelly Kolak • Lisa Krysiak • Margaret Winders Kuhn • Betty C. Lyons • Michael Majeski family • Pat Martin • Janie Mathis • Michelle Maxwell • Michael McClelland • Bonnie Shields McCormack • Anne McMullan • Darel Moe • Lyn Moore • Andy Nelson • Irene Nesper • Barrett Nichols • Jay Orr • John Plunkett • Betty and Bill Poole • Libby Powell • Margaret Robinson • Frank Roth • James Sands • Donald Schooley • Patricia Schooley • Logan Shannep • Katy Shoemaker • Michelle Simmons • Lara Smith Sitton • Gwendolyn Slack • Tina Susco • Carla Sweetwood • Hubert Tate, Sr. • John Titus • Janiece Townshend • Christi Vasquez • Peter Veverka • Nina Vila • Frank Villa • Ed Vogel • Meredith Wallace • Ron M. Wallace • Jacqueline Watkins • Caroline and John Westerhoff • Coralie Severn Wilson • Marion Wilson • Althea Wolf • Whit A. Wright • Patricia Young
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Last Sunday, December 10, at the annual Parish Meeting, Dean Sam Candler and the Cathedral parish celebrated the ministry of Judy Johnson, who is retiring after 18 years on Cathedral staff. She has served most of that time as Executive Assistant to the Dean.
Sara and Donnie Chapman invite you to the
AN N UAL E PI PHANY PART Y Saturday, January 6 7 to 9 P.M. You’re invited to celebrate Epiphany at the home of Donnie and Sara Chapman 3051 Greendale Drive, Atlanta, GA 30327 $20 per person — B.Y.O.B. R.S.V.P. by check to Sara Chapman: 404-966-6602 or sarachapman@ westminster.net