The CATHEDRAL TIMES The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · November 28, 2021
NOMINEES FOR THE CHAPTER CLASS OF 2024 The Cathedral Nominating Committee has submitted the following slate of candidates, approved by the Chapter, to be voted on by the parish at the annual Parish Meeting, which will take place on Sunday, December 5 at 10:10 a.m. in Child Hall. Sam Wilmoth continues his two-year term as Junior Warden. The Dean has appointed Ward Bondurant as Senior Warden for 2022-2023. Biographies for the wardens and chapter nominees are on pages 4 and 5.
ROD BUNN
SALLY BURGE
SARA CHAPMAN
TUCKER BALLARD MAHONEY
MELODY PALMORE
TED PARK
The time has come – for an update of our policies about wearing masks in church. The Cathedral Chapter had a lengthy discussion on this issue at our November meeting; the Cathedral staff leadership has had lengthy discussions almost daily! So, as of this Sunday, the first Sunday of Advent, we will no longer be required to wear a mask while attending worship services at the Cathedral. We still encourage each other to wear a mask, just as we encourage each other to get a vaccination, because we know that younger children are not yet able to be fully vaccinated. However, we also recognize that many of us have been fully vaccinated and have good reason to believe that taking off our mask does not pose a substantial risk to ourselves or others. The time has come for each of us to have our own choice, our own freedom, and our own responsibility not to expose others to disease. We can do that. I look forward to seeing you in church this Sunday!
The Very Rev. Sam Candler Dean of the Cathedral
This SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 · The First Sunday of Advent, Year C
Jeremiah 33:14-16 · Psalm 25:1-9 · 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 · Luke 21:25-36
8:45 A.M., 11:15 A.M., AND 4 P.M.: IN-PERSON AND ONLINE CATHEDRALATL.ORG / THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. PHILIP APP / FACEBOOK / YOUTUBE
7:45 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, MIKELL CHAPEL
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Julia Mitchener
8:45 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: The Very Rev. Sam Candler Preacher: The Rev. Julia Mitchener Cathedral Singers: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645 Hymn 61, “Sleepers, wake! a voice astounds us” Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme McNeil Robinson II (1943-2015) S-88, Kyrie eleison Hymn 56, stanzas 1-2, “O come, O come Emmanuel” Veni, veni Emmanuel Gerre Hancock (1934-2012), The Lord will surely come Hymn 64, “O heavenly Word, eternal Light” O Heiland, reiss die Himmel auf Calvin Hampton (1938-1984) S-127, Sanctus & Benedictus Fraction Anthem, Hymn 324, stanza 1, “Let all mortal flesh keep silence” Picardy Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625), O thou, the central orb Hymn 68, “Rejoice, rejoice believers” Llangloffan Hymn 57, “Lo, he comes with clouds descending” Helmsley Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933), Chorale-Improvisation on Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, Op. 65, No. 33
11:15 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: The Very Rev. Sam Candler
Preacher: The Rev. Julia Mitchener Cathedral Schola: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645 Hymn 61, “Sleepers, wake! a voice astounds us” Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme McNeil Robinson II (1943-2015) S-88, Kyrie eleison Psalm 25:1-9, Plainchant Tone II.1 Hymn 56, stanzas 1-2, “O come, O come Emmanuel” Veni, veni Emmanuel Gerre Hancock (1934-2012), The Lord will surely come Hymn 64, “O heavenly Word, eternal Light” O Heiland, reiss die Himmel auf Calvin Hampton (1938-1984) S-127, Sanctus & Benedictus Fraction Anthem, Hymn 324, stanza 1, “Let all mortal flesh keep silence” Picardy Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625), O thou, the central orb Hymn 68, “Rejoice, rejoice believers” Llangloffan Hymn 57, “Lo, he comes with clouds descending” Helmsley Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933), Chorale-Improvisation on Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, Op. 65, No. 33
11:15 A.M. SERVICIO DE KOINONIA, CON LA SANTA EUCARISTÍA , MIKELL CHAPEL
Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval
This SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 · The First Sunday of Advent, Year C
Jeremiah 33:14-16 · Psalm 25:1-9 · 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 · Luke 21:25-36
4 P.M. ADVENT PROCESSION WITH LESSONS AND CAROLS, CATHEDRAL Officiant: The Rev. Canon Lauren Holder Cathedral Choir: The Great O Antiphons Richard Marlow, Matin Responsory “Lo, he comes with clouds descending” Helmsley Boris Ord, Adam lay ybounden “Creator of the stars of night” Conditor alme siderum Paul Manz, E’en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come “Come, thou Redeemer of the earth” Puer nobis Bob Chilcott, The Rose in the Middle of Winter “Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming” Es ist ein Ros entsprungen Dan Locklair, Comfort ye my people “Prepare the way, O Zion” Bereden väg för Herran Andrew Carter, A maiden most gentle “The angel Gabriel from heaven came” Gabriel’s Message Benjamin Britten, A Hymn to the Virgin Herbert Howells, Magnificat (Collegium Regale) Elizabeth Poston, Jesus Christ the apple tree “O come, O come, Emmanuel” Veni, veni Emmanuel
ESTATE SALE AT HOME OF DR. EMILE T. FISHER As many will recall, Dr. Emile Fisher was a faithful and generous servant leader at the Cathedral for decades. When Dr. Fisher died last year, he generously provided for the Cathedral through his estate, including the donation of his home to the church. As requested, the Cathedral will use the house as a clergy residence. From December 2-5, the Cathedral will host an estate sale at Dr. Fisher’s home. Proceeds from the estate sale will be used for the renovation of the home. For more information, please contact David Rocchio at drocchio@cathedralATL.org or 404-663-2838. Visit cathedralATL.org/emilefisher for details about the estate sale.
The CATHEDRAL off ST. PHILIP The Very Rev. Samuel G. Candler, Dean
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WARDENS Sam Wilmoth continues his two-year term as Junior Warden. The Dean has appointed Ward Bondurant as Senior Warden.
WARD BONDURANT
SAMUEL T. WILMOTH
Dean Candler has appointed Ward Bondurant as Senior Warden for 2022-2023. Ward has been active at the Cathedral for over 30 years. His current parish involvement includes the Chapter and the Farmers Market's Executive Committee. Previously, he served as Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Stewardship Co-Chair, as a member of the Chapter and its Executive Committee, and as an Adult Sunday School teacher. Professionally, Ward is an attorney. He has served on several boards, including the Emmaus House Advisory Board and
The Nominating Committee selected Sam Wilmoth last year to serve as Junior Warden for 2021-2022. Since that time, as the Junior Warden, he has also served on the Executive and Finance Committees, the Cathedral Endowment Board of Trustees, and as a Lay Delegate to the Diocese of Atlanta Annual Council. Sam has been a Cathedral member for 8 years. He is currently involved with the Cathedral Building Committee, the Newcomers Committee, and the Sons of Thunder Men’s Breakfast, and he previously served on the 2018-
the Westminster Schools Alumni Board, and is currently the President of the Emmaus House Foundation. He enjoys farming, gardening and the North Georgia mountains. Ward and his wife, Mary, have two adult children: Sam and Jack.
SPIRITUALITY
2019 Stewardship Committee and 2018 Parish Committee on Ministry. Outside of the Cathedral, Sam is a Vice President with Coro Realty, a commercial real estate investment company based in Atlanta, and he is an active alumnus of Washington & Lee University. Sam enjoys spending time with his family: his wife Lynn, a lifelong Cathedral member, and their two sons, Sammy and Weston.
PASTORAL CARE
THE LORD IS NEAR – ADVENT QUIET DAY DECEMBER 4, 9:30 A.M. – 2 P.M. Led by Kristen E. Vincent Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Philippians 4:5 God is closer – much closer – than we think. In fact, God is right here with us. This Advent, join us for an Advent Quiet Day where we will focus on what it means that the Lord is near. The Quiet Day will take place in the Lanier House on the Cathedral Campus, 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. on December 4. The cost is $20 and lunch is included. Contact Jeannie Mahood with questions, jmahood@cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1031.
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MEMBERSHIP TRANSITIONS BIRTH Henry Magnus Bond Mims son of Isabella and Joshua Mims, grandson of Julie and Ian Bond, born November 14, 2021
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE DECEMBER 22 6:30 P.M. ST. MARY'S CHAPEL A service of comfort provides refuge when joy and suffering comingle. As we prepare for the joyful arrival of the Christ child, we hold space for all the other feelings we may carry with us. This service is a refuge for all who are bereaved or bewildered. Come experience the peace of Christ.
CATHEDRAL CHAPTER NOMINEES FOR THE CHAPTER CLASS OF 2024 The Cathedral Nominating Committee has submitted the following slate of candidates, approved by the Chapter, to be voted on by the parish at the annual Parish Meeting, which will take place on Sunday, December 5 at 10:10 a.m. in Child Hall.
ROD BUNN
TUCKER BALLARD MAHONEY
Rod Bunn has been active at the Cathedral for over 20
Tucker Mahoney and her husband, Dan, joined the
as Chief Usher, and a Friends of Cathedral Music
a welcoming spiritual and community-oriented home.
years. Currently he serves the Cathedral community board member. Professionally, Rod is a biomedical
engineer, and he has served on an advisory board for
the University of Tennessee for 10 years. Rod enjoys Classical/Baroque
music along with his wife, Karen, who plays the organ for the Cathedral’s Spanish language service.
SALLY BURGE Sally Burge has been an active member at the Cathedral for over 30 years. Currently she serves on the Altar Guild, is a member of St. Catherine’s Guild and
attends Old Fashioned Sunday School. Sally has been active in Newcomers, Homeless Requiem, Antiques
Show, St. Ruth's, Green Apron, Boys Choir and Children's ministries.
Professionally, Sally is assistant director for a charitable foundation. She
Cathedral in 2008 where they were delighted to find A lifelong Episcopalian, Tucker presently serves as a
Green Apron volunteer and attends adult Sunday School classes. Over the past 13 years at the Cathedral, she
has been involved with Godly Play, the Homeless Requiem, the Parish Retreat, and the Cathedral Preschool. Tucker’s Atlanta community involvement includes the Lovett School, the Ladies of the Lake
Foundation, and Live Free Yoga (now a part of the Dharma Project).
She also serves on several non-profit advisory boards outside of Atlanta
and is an admissions interviewer for her alma mater, Dartmouth College. Professionally, Tucker consults on coastal resilience and climate change
adaptation throughout the United States and actively mentors a cohort of emerging young leaders. Tucker and Dan are the proud parents of 10-year-old triplets: Lee, Kay and Boyd.
serves in several community and neighborhood organizations, including
MELODY PALMORE
Campaign and Odyssey. Sally enjoys hiking, gardening, reading, travel,
31 years. Currently she serves on the Ricks/Wheeler
chair of Ladies of the Lake Foundation, the Duck Pond Capital
Melody Palmore has been active at the Cathedral for
and exploring neighborhoods. Sally and her husband, David, have two
Grants Committee, the Cathedral Towers Board, and
adult sons: James and William.
SARA CHAPMAN Sara Chapman has been a member of the Cathedral community all of her life – she was baptized here!
Currently Sara is a Children’s Chapel leader, Christmas Pageant coordinator, and the Newcomers Committee Chair. Professionally, Sara is a first grade teacher at
the Westminster Schools. In the broader community, she serves on the boards of the Shepherd Center and Oakland Cemetery. Sara and her
husband, Donnie, have two adult children: Catherine Skeen and Hunter Chapman.
attends Old Fashioned Sunday School. Professionally, Melody is a medical doctor and is Associate Professor
of Medicine (Division of Infectious Diseases) at Emory
University School of Medicine, and Medical Director for the Women’s
Program, Grady Infectious Disease Program. She has been active serving on several boards in the community, and is especially interested in health care for women living with HIV and in the intersection of safe housing
and improved health. Melody and her husband, Marvin, have two adult children: Sarah and Jack.
TED PARK Ted Park has been an active member of the Cathedral
for 27 years, and is currently a member of the Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Schola, Friends of Cathedral Music Board, and serves as an usher. Professionally, Ted is
currently retired but worked in software and systems
development, market research and management. Ted is
active in his neighborhood association, and the Order of St. John, as well as serving on a music scholarship committee for Emory University. Ted and his wife, Debby, were married in Mikell Chapel.
Cathedral YOUTH
CARTER SESSIONS PREACHES AT ANNUAL COUNCIL Cathedral member Carter Sessions preached at the youth-led worship service of the Annual Council of the Diocese of Atlanta last Saturday, November 13. Carter is an active member of the Cathedral youth group and has been a leader in diocesan youth events for several years. Thank you, Carter!
Congregational LIFE SUICIDE INTERVENTION TRAINING DECEMBER 10 – 11, 8 A.M. – 5 P.M. Whether at work, at home, with friends or teammates, or in more formal helping roles, many of us have been, or will be, called upon to respond to someone who is experiencing a mental-health crisis or considering suicide. The Cathedral is hosting a two-day workshop in one of the world’s leading suicide-intervention models, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). ASIST teaches individuals to provide a skilled intervention to a person who may be having thoughts of suicide and develop a collaborative safety plan to keep them safe and alive. The cost is $125, and continuing education credits are available. Please register at cathedralATL.org/ASIST. Once you register, you will receive an email for a link to pay for the workshop. Contact Hillary Jones, hjones@cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1038, with any questions.
Isabella has finished her Christmas shopping. What about you?
EXPLORING GRIEF AND LOSS IN ROOM 239 In this class, we are exploring together the landscapes of grief and loss, with the aim of better understanding and caring for those (ourselves and others) who are experiencing grief. The final class will be held Tuesday, November 30 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. Join via Zoom at cathedralATL.org/ pastoralcare.
No worries! The Cathedral Thrift House will have great gifts for sale at the December 4 Peachtree Road Farmers Market. See our merchandise at instagram.com/cathedralthrift.
PRAYER List FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING: IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Stephen Douglass • Jean Robertson LONG TERM PRAYERS: R. Huntley Allen • Penny Barnett • Perry Benton • Virginia Bicksler • Larry Boggs • Randall Chatham-Borden •
Heather Clark • Sharon Crews • The Crossley Family • Jerri Darnell • Marg Denny • Terry Dornbush • Sarah duBignon • Deborah Ellington • Ruth Fuqua • Elizabeth Groseth • Jenny Ham • Rebecca Harris • Jane Jones • Louise Kan • Lisa Krysiak • Jill Mahaffey • Carol McDonald • Glenn Miller • Royce Mitchell • Susan Myers • Charlie Neal • Dudley Ottley • Marian Palmore • Rowland Radford • Rubye and Wayne Reid • Lorraine Reynolds • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Betty Roper • Louis "Skip" Schueddig • Tommy Truesdale • Ron Wallace • Elleanor Wilson • Faye Van Winkle
FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Lisa Bachman • Bettina Bass • Lisa Bradshaw • Pam Breedlove • Rose Brunetti Bennett • Lila Jo Callaway •
Andrew Clark • Vickie Coffman • Marie Corrigan • Ava Corroon • Dan Elson • Carleton Fuller • Theresa Gent • Patricia Plummer Glowatsky • Mark Goodwin • Martha Heinze • Rob Hendler • Gayle Higley • Cadel Ingraham • Robin Kemp • Carole Kline • Rita Lewis • Pete Livezey • Lauren Makhlouf • Pat Martin • Ethel “Babe” Moldovan • Betsy Moore • Fred Nelson • Michelle, Carter, and Gabriel Nichols • Linus Nickel • Steven Norman • Lou Perno • Bill Poole • Carter Randall • Einar Sagstuen • James Sands • Woody Talley • Yvonne Tate • Pierson Thames • Bryson Thomas • Wayne Thurman • Olive Toy • Harris Wilson • Liz Woodring • Whit A. Wright • Hollis Youngner
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Weyman Frazier • Beth Lawton McGee • Ashley Minear • Gwendolyn Amanda Slack
Christmas ALTAR FLOWERS We will once again have beautiful floral arrangements and decorations in our sacred spaces this Christmas, with your help! Donations are appreciated throughout the Christmas season. Those received on or before December 19 will be listed in the Christmas service leaflet. Those received after that date will be listed in later editions. Your donation can be made in memory of or thanksgiving for a loved one using the form below or online at cathedralATL.org/ christmasflowers. If you use the form below, please include a check with your request, made payable to The Cathedral of St. Philip. While any gift is appreciated, a minimum of $100 per printed line is suggested. Checks and forms should be sent to: The Cathedral of St. Philip, Attn.: Hillary Jones, 2744 Peachtree Rd., NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. You may also make arrangements by contacting Liz Aull, 404-365-1034, or laull@cathedralATL.org. Please list the name (or names) as you want them to appear: In Memory of:
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ADVENT WREATH MAKING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 5:30 – 7 P.M. Spend the evening with your friends and Cathedral family making Advent wreaths. Some greenery will be provided but please contribute with clippings from your garden. To purchase a wreathmaking kit, visit cathedralATL.org/wreathmaking.
A NIGHT WITH ST. NICHOLAS DECEMBER 1, 5:30 P.M. Join us Wednesday, December 1, 5:30 p.m. for a special liturgy with a visit from St. Nicholas. Contact Lisa McNamara, lmcnamara@ cathedralATL.org, for more information.
ST. MONICA'S GUILD TOY DRIVE Please join St. Monica’s Guild in a toy drive to assist Emmaus House in providing a cheerful Christmas to all in their neighborhood. Santa and Mrs. Claus come to Emmaus House and give presents to more than 550 children from all over Atlanta. Read how you can help at cathedralATL.org/toydrive.
HOLIDAY CONCERT WITH MEMBERS OF THE ATLANTA SYMPHONY BRASS MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 7:30 P.M. Certain to be one of the most delightful and thrilling musical events of the season again this year, members of the Atlanta Symphony Brass return to present their fourth holiday concert in the gracious acoustic of the Cathedral of St. Philip! Featuring some of the finest arrangements for brass ensemble and percussion, the program will include beloved standards from the symphonic orchestra repertoire and traditional holiday carols. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s brass section is venerated worldwide as one of the finest in North America. It is sure to be an evening of magnificent music and worldclass musicianship!
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