The CATHEDRAL TIMES The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · May 15, 2022
YOUTH SUNDAY SERMONS!
Last Sunday, May 8, the Cathedral celebrated Youth Sunday, including four excellent senior preachers! Here are excerpts from each of them; read or watch the full sermons at cathedralATL.org/sermons. From Sadler Stukes: Around this time last year, my track team was preparing for the region meet. This meet determines if you go to state, so it is a really big deal. I was a part of the 4 by 100 relay team and we decided to purchase a custom baton for regionals. …We ended up ordering a black baton with the Louis Vuitton logo scattered on it. Naturally, we named it “Louis Baton.” On the bottom, there was a Latin phrase and a Bible verse. For the Bible verse, we tried to think about the coolest one. We wanted something intimidating yet inspirational. After some debate, we ended up writing “Psalm 23 verse 4” on the baton. … The psalm opens up by saying, “The Lord is my shepherd.” We have all heard this countless times, but what does it mean to me and others? I feel as though we see part of the Lord in all of the people we know. The Lord has put people in our lives to guide us to the green pastures that the psalm mentions in the next verse. From MP Perkins: I stayed away from church events for a bit and made myself as busy as possible so that I didn’t have to think about the questions and doubts that I had about God. An existential crisis is really not what I wanted to have during my busiest year of high school. I know a lot of my friends can remember me saying things like “I don’t know if I believe in God” or “maybe I’m agnostic, who knows.” …Today I would say that my faith is stronger than it ever has been, because God really stuck with me even when I wasn’t seeing him. I still have a lot to learn and am only at the beginning of my journey, but I know that it’s okay to ask questions and have doubts. As I was writing this and reflecting on my time here at the Cathedral, one thing that was very clear to me was that growing your faith and relationship with God takes a lifetime, and going through the highs and lows is just a part of it. From Rebie Benedict: My faith journey has had a lot of ups and downs. Before March 2020, I was involved in every possible church event I could. …Once COVID hit, it was all gone. We still had diocese Zoom calls, and I helped lead worship and plan online events, but it wasn't the same. I didn’t realize how much of my life and my happiness came from the church community until I lost it. My faith was rock solid but it slowly dissolved as I was isolated alone during quarantine. I’ve learned that my faith and my trust in God doesn’t come from reading scripture or reciting prayers, but the environment and the community and being surrounded by people who love you and love God. My faith was so much more than just coming and coloring during the 8:45 service. It is the atmosphere here at church; that is what I missed the most. It was the people here I know I can always trust. Special shoutout to all of the people who I've grown up with in the church, and explored our faiths together. From Carter Sessions: There is a common thread in all of these memories though. My sister, Ramsay, Maggie, Meg, Clayton, MP, Rebie, Blake, Lily, Jackson, and Keith. People. My faith has waxed and waned over the years, but I never take for granted the fact that this community has raised me and given me piles of love, heaps of joy, and a deep connection with those around me. This community has given me my closest friends and mentors. This community has given me a shoulder to cry on, and steady legs to depend on when I need to take a break. This is how I’ve experienced religion. I have continued to engage in the church not because it helps me always understand my faith, but because I experience such an immeasurable amount of love from everyone I come in contact with here. You can call it experiencing God’s love if you’d like or you could simply call it having a strong sense of community. I don’t know If I could come up with an adequate description for the feeling. Whatever it is though, I am grateful for it because it has given me a home.
This SUNDAY
MAY 15, 2022 · The Fifth Sunday of Easter, Year C Acts 11:1-18 · Psalm 148 · Revelation 21:1-6 · John 13:31-35
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. Dr. Thee Smith
8:45 AND 11:15 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: The Rev. Canon Cathy Zappa Preacher: The Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener 8:45 a.m. Cathedral Singers / 11:15 a.m. Cathedral Choir: George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), Concerto in F Major, Op. 4, No. 5, HWV 293 Hymn 686, “Come, thou fount of every blessing” Nettleton Hymn 417, “This is the feast” Festival Canticle At 11:15, Psalm 148 Anglican chant: David Willcocks (1919-2015) Hymn 529, “In Christ there is no East or West” McKee Edgar Bainton (1880-1956), And I saw a new heaven Hymn 583, “O holy city, seen of John” Morning Song Richard Proulx (1937-2010) S-125, “Sanctus & Benedictus” from A Community Mass Jack Warren Burnam (b. 1946), WLP 876, “Christ Our Passover” Thomas Tallis (1505-1585), A new commandment give I unto you Hymn 487, “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life” The Call Hymn 432, “O praise ye the Lord! Praise him in the height” Laudate Dominum Bernardo Storace (1637-1707), Ciaccona in C Major
11:15 A.M. SERVICIO DE KOINONIA, CON LA SANTA EUCARISTÍA , MIKELL CHAPEL Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval
4 P.M. CHORAL EVENSONG, CATHEDRAL Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener Cathedral Schola: George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), Concerto in F Major, Op. 4, No. 5, HWV 293 Hymn 686, “Come, thou fount of every blessing” Nettleton Hymn 417, “This is the feast” Festival Canticle Psalm 148 at 11:15, Anglican chant: David Willcocks (1919-2015) Hymn 529, “In Christ there is no East or West” McKee Edgar Bainton (1880-1956), And I saw a new heaven Hymn 583, “O holy city, seen of John” Morning Song Richard Proulx (1937-2010) S-125, “Sanctus & Benedictus” from A Community Mass Jack Warren Burnam (b. 1946), WLP 876, “Christ Our Passover” Thomas Tallis (1505-1585), A new commandment give I unto you Hymn 487, “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life” The Call Hymn 432, “O praise ye the Lord! Praise him in the height” Laudate Dominum Bernardo Storace (1637-1707), Ciaccona in C Major
MUSIC
SUNDAY AFTERNOON RECITALS Sunday, May 15 — 3:15 p.m. KENNETH MILLER, ORGAN The University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee IN-PERSON AND ONLINE AT CATHEDRALATL.ORG/RECITALS George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), “Overture” to Solomon, HWV 67 Robert Schumann (1810-1856), Six Canonic Etudes, Op. 56 Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847), Sonata in D Major, Op. 65, No. 5
CHOIRS UNCORKED, JUNE 17 The Choirs of the Cathedral of St. Philip proudly present Choirs Uncorked! Join us as we hang up our cassocks and let our hair down to show a side of ourselves not seen on a normal Sunday morning. We will be showcasing many styles from 42nd Street to the Met. This musical feast will also include snacks and beverages for your enjoyment. We will also have a silent auction with treasures from the vaults of some of our finest parishioners. All proceeds from the evening will go to fund the choir's next pilgrimage to England in 2024. Tickets are available to purchase online at cathedralATL.org/music and in the Cathedral Book Store. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you there!
The CATHEDRAL off ST. PHILIP
The Very Rev. Samuel G. Candler, Dean Dale Adelmann, Ph.D., Canon for Music The Rev. Lauren R. Holder, Canon for Community and Education The Rev. George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar The Rev. Canon Julia B. Mitchener, Canon The Rev. Catherine Zappa, Canon for Liturgy and Pastoral Care The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries The Rev. Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D., Priest Associate Ward Bondurant, Senior Warden Samuel T. Wilmoth, Junior Warden
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Adult EDUCATION SECULOSITY REPRISE
MAY 15, CHILD HALL 10:10 A.M. Join Canons Zappa and Holder for a conversation about all the things that distract us from our faith—including church! We will revisit the David Zahl’s book Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It. David is the guest speaker for our Parish Retreat at Kanuga! He’ll be breaking bread with us all weekend. So come join the conversation and explore with us the importance and (sometimes) difficulty of maintaining a meaningful faith life at every age and stage.
HOW DO I KNOW IF SOMEONE MAY BE AT RISK OF SUICIDE, AND HOW CAN I HELP THEM? The church is a place where we talk about hard things, like suicide, because we care about those who are hurting. Because many of us are hurting. On Sunday, May 22, during the Sunday school hour, Cathedral member, professional counselor, and suicide researcher, Dr. Mary Chase Mize (PhD, LPC, NCC), will lead a discussion about how to identify and respond to someone who may be having thoughts of suicide. In particular, we will learn why suicidal thoughts develop, how to recognize if someone may be at risk, and how to get connected to safety and resources. This class is for adults and youth. Please join us for this important topic.
OUTREACH HABITAT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We will build another Habitat home this summer with volunteers from the Cathedral and several other church partners. No prior skills or tools are required as we will teach you how to do the tasks and provide the tools and supervision. This is a wonderful program and fun experience that makes a lasting impact. If interested, visit stphilip.atlantahabitat.volunteerhub.com. Create your account and follow the prompts. It is very quick to sign up for the days you want to participate. Our first day is June 18 and we will build on seven Saturdays over nine weeks. Please register to build at least a week in advance. There is a limit for how many we can sign up each week due to current limits on the number of workers that can be on site. If all the slots are taken when you register, you can sign up and go on the waitlist. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Ages 16 and 17 must print their Release and Waiver and bring it to the build with a parent or guardian signature. You can alternatively volunteer to assist with lunch preparation which the Cathedral will provide on June 18. To do that, or with any questions, contact John Champion at johntcham@gmail.com or 404-307-0817.
PLEASE DONATE SUPPLIES BY MAY 15 The Cathedral is coordinating with Cisco and Living Waters Christian Church in Buford to airlift needed medical supplies directly to aid centers in Ukraine. The Cathedral will have collection bins in the Atrium to collect the supplies. Please donate only new and unopened items. Requested items include over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol and Advil, sterile bandages, antibiotic ointment, and other items easily found at your local drug store. For bulk donations please contact Sara Craig-Goodell, scraiggoodell@cathedralATL.org, to arrange a drop-off at the Cisco logistics center. Please drop off donations by May 15. Read the Dean's statement about Ukraine, find a full list of accepted donations, and learn about more ways to help at cathedralATL.org/ Ukraine.
Cathedral Book Store Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday/Sunday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cathedral Thrift House Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Donations accepted Tuesday – Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 1893 Piedmont Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30324
SPIRITUALITY
MAY 16 LABYRINTH WALK AND TAIZÉ Get your week off to a peaceful start with a Labyrinth Walk and Taizé this Monday, May 16. A Labyrinth Introduction will take place in Child Hall at 6:30 p.m., followed by a facilitated walk 7-8 p.m. Live contemplative music will be performed by Celtic harpist and Cathedral member, Janie Alexander. Then the Taizé prayer service starts at 8 p.m. in Mikell Chapel. Originating in Taizé, France, this simple service of scripture, music and candlelight will bring a beautiful and prayerful close to your Monday. The Labyrinth and Taizé take place every 3rd Monday at the Cathedral. Come to one, or both – and bring a friend! THE CATHEDRAL'S LABYRINTH WAS FEATURED IN GEORGIA MAGAZINE! An excerpt from the article: Eight years ago, as Carlisle Dent of Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood walked through the Cathedral of St. Philip in Atlanta, he peeked into Child Hall and witnessed a group of people silently walking the curved pathways of a canvas labyrinth...
Children's MINISTRY
2022 Week of Wonder "The Dreamer" June 6 – 10 Children ages 4 – 5th Grade $100 per child Nurturing Center available for children 3 and under. $40 per day/reservation must be made in advance. Contact Lisa McNamara, lmcnamara@cathedralATL.org, for registration.
Cathedral SCHOLARS
Dent removed his shoes and entered the circuitous lanes. With each step, his concentration grew. “The labyrinth is a metaphor for life,” he says. “If you keep the faith and stay on the path, it will take you to the center.” Minutes later, Dent made it to the heart of the labyrinth. “The stress of the day melted away, and I felt my soul,” he says. “It was peaceful but exhilarating.”... Read the full article in the May 2022 issue of Georgia Magazine!
The Cathedral Scholars program aims to provide financial, vocational, communal, and spiritual support to members of the Cathedral community who seek to further their educational goals. The Cathedral community is far-reaching and includes members of the Cathedral parish, Cathedral staff and their immediate family members, as well as the Cathedral's many parochial entities. Scholarships are awarded depending on funds available and the number of applicants eligible. The deadline to apply for annual scholarships that begin with the fall semester/quarter is May 31. The application can be found at cathedralATL.org/scholarship.
PRAYER List FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING: IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Jane Knight LONG TERM PRAYERS: R. Huntley Allen • Penny Barnett • Leo Oliveros Barragan • Perry Benton • Virginia Bicksler • Jeff Bonnell • Heather Clark • Paula Cowart • Sharon Crews • The Crossley Family • Jerri Darnell • Marg Denny • Terry Dornbush • Stephen
Douglass • Sarah duBignon • Deborah Ellington • Ruth Fuqua • Libby Gilmore • Charles Hicks, Jr. • Karen Howard • Jane Jones •
Louise Kan • Lisa Krysiak • Jill Mahaffey • Tom and Kathie Mahaffey • Tommy Mason • Carol McDonald • Glenn Miller • Susan
Myers • Jim Myrick • Charlie Neal • Marian Palmore • Ginna Pope • Rubye and Wayne Reid • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Jean Robertson • Nora Robillard • Betty Roper • Lisa Rowe • Louis "Skip" Schueddig • Rose Mary Thompson • Tommy Truesdale • Ron Wallace • Faye Van Winkle
FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Nathaniel Adams • Will Aukamp • Melody Badger • Bettina Bass • Emily Bennett • Amy Bradley • Lisa
Bradshaw • Pam Breedlove • Lila Jo Callaway • Patti Champion-Garner • Lindsay Chapman • Marie Corrigan • Ava Corroon • Bob
Crawford • Judy Crosby • Easton Matthew Dyas • Dan Elson • Jack Flanigan • Jackson Francis • Carleton Fuller • Theresa Gent •
Mark Goodwin • Vicky Haard • Don Harp III • Vivian Hartz • Martha Heinze • Eboni and Everton Heron • Sally Herring • Gayle Higley • Eric Hilkman • William Hudson • Beth Ingle • Cadel Ingraham • Tom Jones • Robin Kemp • Patrick Kilian • Rita Lewis •
Pete Livezey • Lauren Makhlouf • Pat Martin • Anne McMullan • Jan McPherson • Ruth Ann Metcalf • Montserrat Miller • The Mills Family • Betsy Moore • Malcolm A. Moore • Linus Nickel • Neal Peters • Bill Poole • Betty Preston • Carter Randall • Bobbie Rowe • Einar Sagstuen • James Sands • Gary Schiff • Betty Shelton • Sam Sheridan • Denise Siers • Don Smith • Kathryn Snider •
Lauren Stice • Yvonne Tate • Pierson Thames • Bryson Thomas • Olive Toy • Cheryl Waybright • Evelyn Williams • Harris Wilson • Bill and Liz Woodring • Whit A. Wright • Hollis Youngner
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Renee Reinhard Brown • Dobbs Davie • Patrick Russell
BODY AND SOUL: MEN'S HEALTH AND SPIRITUALITY THIS SUNDAY, MAY 15
Please join us this Sunday, May 15 at 1 p.m. in Walthour library. Canon John Bolton will be leading spirituality and relationship with God. Join us in person or via Zoom. For more information, please contact the Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval, jsandoval@cathedralATL.org.
Cathedral GROUNDS REMOVAL OF CHERRY TREE IN MEMORIAL GARDEN After decades of providing spring blossoms, summer shade, and steady strength to the Memorial Garden, the beloved Yoshino Cherry Tree will be removed in the near future. While fertilizing and selective pruning have improved the health of the tree in the past few years, it remains in significant decline. Our long-time arborists will take special care in removing the tree and much of the trunk and branches will be preserved for future service to the Cathedral. Great care will also be taken with the stump and surrounding plots. The arborist will bring the trunk as low to the ground as possible and then allow the stump to decompose over time and eventually use that area for additional plots. Thanks to the generosity of a Cathedral family, several new trees and shrubs will be planted on the periphery of the Memorial Garden to continue to enhance this sacred space. Please contact David Rocchio at 404-365-1033 or drocchio@cathedralATL.org with questions or concerns.
POSTMASTER: Dated Material. Please deliver by May 14, 2022
Youth SUNDAY
Last Sunday, May 8, the Cathedral celebrated Youth Sunday, including four excellent senior preachers! Read excerpts on the front page or watch the full sermons at cathedralATL.org/sermons
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Sadler Stukes
Carter Sessions
MP Perkins
Rebie Benedict
VOICES OF LOVE THRESHOLD CHOIR PRESENTATION ON MAY 15 Please join us following the 11:15 service on Sunday, May 15 for a presentation from the Voices of Love Threshold Choir. When invited, the Threshold Choir sends two to four singers who offer soft, simple, restful songs to comfort, support, and honor those at the thresholds of life, as well as their families and caregivers. Cathedral member Susan Patterson has been singing with this group for over a decade and will give this presentation in the Lanier House living room. Please contact Hillary Jones, hjones@ cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1038, for additional information.