The CATHEDRAL TIMES The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · February 18, 2024
FROM THE LITURGY FOR ASH WEDNESDAY THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER Dear People of God: The first Christians observed with great devotion the days of our Lord's passion and resurrection, and it became the custom of the Church to prepare for them by a season of penitence and fasting. This season of Lent provided a time in which converts to the faith were prepared for Holy Baptism. It was also a time when those who, because of notorious sins, had been separated from the body of the faithful were reconciled by penitence and forgiveness, and restored to the fellowship of the Church. Thereby, the whole congregation was put in mind of the message of pardon and absolution set forth in the Gospel of our Savior, and of the need which all Christians continually have to renew their repentance and faith. I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and meditating on God's holy Word. And, to make a right beginning of repentance, and as a mark of our mortal nature, let us now kneel before the Lord, our maker and redeemer. Silence is then kept for a time, all kneeling. If ashes are to be imposed, the Celebrant says the following prayer Almighty God, you have created us out of the dust of the earth: Grant that these ashes may be to us a sign of our mortality and penitence, that we may remember that it is only by your gracious gift that we are given everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen. The ashes are imposed with the following words Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return. (The Book Of Common Prayer, pages 264-265)
This SUNDAY
FEBRUARY 18, 2024 · The First Sunday in Lent, Year B Genesis 9:8-17 • Psalm 25:1-9 • 1 Peter 3:18-22 • Mark 1:9-15
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 Very Rev. Sam Candler
8:45 A.M. AND 11:15 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST, CATHEDRAL Celebrant: The Rev. Canon Lauren Holder Preacher: The Very Rev. Sam Candler 8:45 a.m. Cathedral Choir / 11:15 a.m. Cathedral Schola: Samuel Sebastian Wesley (1810-1876), Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace Richard Farrant (c. 1530-1580), Call to remembrance
11:15 A.M. 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 Lauren Holder Cathedral Schola: Thomas Tomkins (1572-1656), Preces & Responses Christopher Tye (c. 1505-c. 1572) in G minor William Byrd (c. 1540-1623), Ne irascaris William Byrd (c. 1540-1623), Emendemus in melius
SUNDAY AFTERNOON RECITALS
FREDERICK TEARDO, ORGAN CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF THE ADVENT Birmingham, Alabama
Pastoral CARE RESILIENCE BEREAVEMENT WORKSHOP: DISCOVERING YOUR STRENGTH THROUGH GRIEF
Jeanne Demessieux (1921-1968), Attende Domine from 12 Chorale Preludes on Gregorian Themes, Op. 8
Saturday, March 16 1-5 p.m., Child Hall If you are grieving the loss of a loved one this half-day event is designed to help empower you to discover the resilience within as you move through your grief journey toward healing. The workshop features speakers sharing powerful personal stories of grief and resilience, and loss-specific breakout sessions facilitated by trained grief professionals.
Nadia Boulanger(1887-1979), Prélude from Trois Improvisations
This is a free event open to all adults in the community working through the death of a loved one.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 — 3:15 P.M. IN-PERSON AND ONLINE AT CATHEDRALATL.ORG/RECITALS
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), Fantasia in G (Pièce d’Orgue), BWV 572
Richter (b. 1966), on the nature of daylight Edward Elgar (1857-1934), “Allegro maestoso” from Sonata for Organ, Op. 28
To register contact Chandelle Carter, Bereavement Coordinator and Grief Specialist at Hospice Atlanta, at Chandelle.Carter@vnhs.org, or 404-869-3052
FRIENDS OF CATHEDRAL MUSIC PRESENTS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2024 7:30 P.M.
Tickets: cathedralATL.org/concerts
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 for Mission The Rev. Catherine Zappa, Canon for Liturgy and Pastoral Care The Rev. Salmoon Bashir, Curate for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries and Pastoral Care The Rev. Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D., Priest Associate Geoff DeLong, Senior Warden Melody Palmore, Junior Warden
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SPIRITUALITY THIRD MONDAY LABYRINTH WALK AND TAIZÉ PRAYERS FOR PEACE Monday, February 19, 7 p.m. Child Hall and Mikell Chapel Please join us for a contemplative Third Monday of February in the first week of Lent. We’ll begin in Child Hall for an hour of walking the sacred labyrinth path starting at 7 p.m. Or come a few minutes early for a brief introduction if you are new to the labyrinth. Then, come to Mikell Chapel at 8 p.m. for Taizé Prayers for Peace. Originating in Taizé, France, this simple service of scripture, music, silence, and candlelight will bring a beautiful and prayerful close to your Monday. The facilitated Labyrinth walk and Taizé service take place every 3rd Monday at the Cathedral. Come to one, or both – and bring a friend! Questions? Contact Jeannie Mahood, jmahood@cathedralATL.org, or 404-365-1031.
LENTEN QUIET DAY WITH THE REV. DR. ROBERT WILLIS, DEAN EMERITUS OF CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL February 24, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lanier House The Essential Quality of Silence in the Lives of Jesus and the Saints The use of quiet time in our modern world has become more and more vital. In so many ways the noise, busyness and concerns of the world force their way into every part of life by so many different means. It means that "quiet time" has to be programmed into our thinking and praying time. We shall be exploring this aspect of our lives with illustrations and quotations from saints throughout the ages but most importantly in the life of Jesus himself. Join us on this day and explore the gifts of space and silence. The Quiet Day will take place in the Lanier House on the Cathedral campus from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturday, February 24. The cost is $20 and includes lunch. Learn more about the Rev. Dr. Robert Willis and register at cathedralATL.org/quietday. For questions, contact Jeannie Mahood, jmahood@cathedralATL.org, or 404-365-1031.
WOMEN’S LENTEN RETREAT: LIVING IN THE LIMINAL March 15-17, 2024 St. Mary’s Sewanee Liminal spaces describe times of transition—the threshold between what was and what will be. Our Women’s Lenten Retreat will explore the liminal spaces we inhabit (adding or losing a family member, starting or ending a career, moving to a new home or new town) and how Jesus meets us there. Whatever in-between space you find yourself in, come share it with the community, creativity, and quiet of the Women’s Lenten Retreat! All Cathedral women are invited to our annual Women’s Lenten Retreat at the beautiful St. Mary’s Sewanee retreat center in Tennessee. The retreat will be led by Canon Lauren Holder. The cost is $320 for a single occupancy and $260 for a double occupancy (price includes meals from dinner on Friday through breakfast on Sunday). Contact Canon Holder, 404-365-1036 or lholder@cathedralATL.org, or Jeannie Mahood , jmahood@cathedralATL.org or 404365-1031, with questions. The registration deadline is February 20 so register soon at cathedralATL.org/lentenretreat!
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS IN LENT Join us on Wednesday evenings during Lent, beginning February 21, for a light supper and program offerings for all. We’ll start in Child Hall with dinner at 5:30 p.m., and break into smaller groups for programming from 6–7 p.m., with the exception of The Chosen watch party and discussion which begins at 5 p.m. Childcare will be available. Meals must be ordered in advance. Contact Lisa McNamara, lmcnamara@cathedralATL.org, for more information. Register for dinner at cathedralATL.org/LentenDinner.
CHOOSE FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: Book Study with the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener
The Myth of the American Dream: Reflections on Affluence, Autonomy, Safety, and Power by D. L. Mayfield Cathedral Bookstore Drawing on stories of her family’s life among refugees in Portland, evangelical Christian writer Mayfield invites readers to consider whether the core values of the American Dream are congruent with Jesus’ command to love our neighbors as ourselves. Says the author, “This is a book about paying attention. It’s about being fully alive . . . to the systems and structures and policies that dull our imaginations for a world that truly has hope and good news and beauty for everyone.”
The Nurtured Heart Approach with Mary Hunter Maxwell
Conference Room 239 The Nurtured Heart Approach is a relationship centered way of life that is built upon three stands: Absolutely No!, Absolutely Yes!, and Absolutely Clear! Join Mary Hunter Maxwell in an exploration of the Nurtured Heart Approach on Wednesday nights this Lent. Originally developed to support the parents and caregivers of the most challenging, intense children, NHA has blossomed into a powerful tool that empowers parents, teachers, grandparents, and other caregivers to recognize and celebrate greatness – or what we might call the image of God – in all children (and each other!). We will meet in Room 239 from 6-7 p.m. on February 21, February 28, March 13, and March 20. RSVP at cathedralATL.org/nurturedheart if you plan to attend – this will help ensure there are adequate materials and seating for everyone but last-minute additions are always welcome.
The Chosen Watch Party
Gould Room *Please note this program begins at 5 p.m. The Chosen! The Cathedral’s popular and deeply inspiring video discussion will continue in the Gould Room at 5 p.m., with a meal break at 5:30 for attendees who register for a Lenten dinner in the parish hall (Child Hall) next door. For Lent we will continue to view and reflect on this awesome series of scripture-based stories about Jesus and his first disciples that’s energizing viewers worldwide. Independently you may also watch the entire series or individual episodes at watch.thechosen.tv, download The Chosen app, or search the internet for many reviews and interviews that highlight one of the greatest breakthroughs in Christian media this century. To learn more, or to be added to The Chosen mailing list, contact The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith at tsmith@cathedralATL.org or 404-931-5062.
“Encountering the Holy Spirit in Everyday Life" Workshop with Lindsey Hardegree Walthour Library
You may have sensed God's Presence at church, in nature, or doing outreach, but what about the rest of your life? Have you noticed the Holy Spirit at the office? In your running group? During game night with your friends? Join us for a five-week workshop to discern the ways the Holy Spirit is moving in your life and how your ordinary, everyday activities further God's mission.
FOR THE KIDS Godly Play for Children Through Fifth Grade
Children in 2 – 5th grade will participate in Godly Play Work Time in Room 316. Childcare is available in the nurturing center for children through 1st grade. nd
PRAYER List FOR IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Marty Dunn • Nancy Sanders FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING: LONG TERM PRAYERS: Harris Allen • R. Huntley Allen • Lucy Baker • Catalina Barragan Oliveros • Virginia Bicksler • The Bryant
Family • Joe Burton • Geraldine Charles • Heather Clark • The Crossley Family • Jerri Darnell • Terry Dornbush • Jill Dyas • Deborah Ellington • Paul Fekete • Joyce Egan Ferris • Phoebe Forio • Susan Frierson • Tom Frolik • Ken Griffiths • Steve Gunter • Jenny Ham •
Tory Hartness • Jane Jones • John Kelly • Harry Lamon • Liza Lanier • Ralph Lewis • Robert Lewis • Lisa Krysiak • Jill Mahaffey • Barbara Maples • Leslie Marlowe • Camille Martin • Tommy Mason • Wynetta McNeill • Christopher Mitchum • Barbara Moore •
Graham Mulling • Susan Myers • Jim Myrick • Charlie Neal • Emmanuel Odumosu • Marian Palmore • Patricia Payne-White • Buddy and Sue Redd • Rubye Reid • Lorraine Reynolds • Barbara and Joel Rice • Bob Riggins • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Betty Roper • Lisa Rowe • Louis "Skip" Schueddig • Tommy Truesdale • Len Wagner • Ron Wallace • Jonathan Wright
FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Josephine Rose Adams • Elizabeth Alexander • Shaista Bashir • Bettina Bass • Ray and Pat Bell • Josh Bennett • Eleanor Blount and Justin Blount Murray • Donna Burgess • Jason Brady • Trip Bray • Chet Brewer • Paul Brewer • Catherine
Brinton • Darnell Brown • Lila Jo Callaway • Bayard Stout Chapin • Mika Chorey • Anna Clifford • Marie Corrigan • Ava Corroon • Heather Dyas Coy • William Erb • Kyle Garcia • Christine Hanson • Jim Gregory and Rick Hoyle • Sarnia Hoyt • Harry Fifield • Thomas Hagood, Jr. • Gayle Higley • Brian Huestis • Beth Ingle • Kathy Johnson • Noah Kanakanui • Robin Kemp • Herb Larrabee • Pete Livezey • Hilda Lukwago • Carolyn R. Lusk • Lauren Makhlouf • Elaine Metcalf • Marion Hickman Meythaler • Betsy Moore •
Fred Neuschel • Linus Nickel • Sterling Pace • Stephen Pararo • Cindi Pike • Ginny Quinn • Steve Robbins • Eve and Tiana Ruffin •
Einar Sagstuen • Joe Salas • James Sands • Skip Saunders • Patricia Schooley • Stacey Schuitema • Ashley Shepherd • Alan Smith • Don Smith • Philip Gregory Smith • Michael and Kathryn Snider • Esther Rose Spade • John and Cleary Tanner • Timothy Tew • Pierson Thames • Leopildo Velita • Joanne Woodall • Christie Woodfin • Whit A. Wright • Hollis Youngner
Parish LIFE COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS February 24, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. St. Mary's Chapel All God's Children, the Cathedral's community of LGBTQ+ members, families and friends, will be hosting another coffee and conversations event this month in St. Mary's Chapel on February 24, from 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. We will gather for a guided conversation on our respective faith journeys within the context of being an LGBTQ+ person. Parishioners who do not identify as LGBTQ+ are welcome to participate and share their journey of being a loving ally, friend, or family member. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Anyone wanting to participate with All God's Children need not identify as an LGBTQ+ individual; the only requirement is a loving heart.
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ADULT Education ADULT EDUCATION THIS SUNDAY Old Fashioned Sunday School The Screwtape Letters: A Lenten Look at Life through the Eyes of C.S. Lewis 10:10 a.m., Child Hall Part of life is being tested. The Lenten season marks the time that Jesus was tested by the devil in the wilderness. C. S. Lewis offers a satirical, but playful and perceptive take on the idea of such testing in The Screwtape Letters. In the letters, the senior devil, Screwtape, advises his nephew and devil-in-training, about how to best sabotage a human being’s attempts to live a faithful, fruitful, beautiful life. Lewis makes us laugh and then makes us cry as we realize how often we get in our own way. We will start preparing for Easter a little early this year and then (with one interruption) proceed through Lent by talking about some of the themes running through the letters. Canon Maxwell continues working from a Lenten devotional titled C. S. Lewis And The Delightful, Diabolical Daring Of Lent: A Lenten Companion To “The Screwtape Letters.” A downloadable PDF is provided in the weekly Old Fashioned Sunday School newsletter and at cathedralATL.org/OFSS. Living Faith 10:10 a.m., Room 239 Our topic until Lent is “What makes for a meaningful life?” Drawing on the book Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters by three scholars from the Yale Institute for Faith and Culture, we’ll reflect on some core questions of human existence within the context of our Christian calling and hope. All are welcome! Young Professionals Say it to God: In Search of Prayer (The Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book 2018) by Luigi Gioia 10:10 a.m., Room 368 In Say it to God, Luigi Gioia provides a welcome encouragement to all those who feel the need to freshen their practice of prayer. For Gioia, prayer is not about methods or techniques, but trusting that God is truly interested in everything that happens to us and wants to hear about it. This book leads the reader into the theological aspects of prayer and how it relates to Christ, to the Holy Spirit and to the Church. Enjoy Biblical Greek! 1:15 p.m., Room 239 and on Zoom Provided on a drop-in basis, first-time visitors need no previous knowledge of Greek. Please contact the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith, tsmith@cathedralATL.org, for more information.
HOLY LAND PRESENTATION AND TOUR VIA VIRTUAL REALITY 360 Wednesday, February 21 12 p.m.–1:30 p.m., Gould Room Join the Rev. Salmoon Bashir and others for an immersive look at the Holy Land on Wednesday, February 21 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Gould Room. Using virtual reality goggles and a live tour guide, participants will focus on Jesus’ journey during the Holy Week, seeing the spaces with historical and ecultural context. Virtual Reality 360 videos will feature the stations of the Cross, with the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the Garden Tomb, the Palm Sunday path, the Cenacle (Last Supper Room), the Garden of Gethsemane, and the house of Caiaphas (Jesus’ prison). Claudia Borshart, founder and CEO of Magdalavr360, offers a multimedia presentation of facts, perspectives and insights into the spiritual, archaeological, anthropological, and historical origins and evolution of the Middle East in general, and the Holy Land of Israel specifically. For more information please contact the Rev. Salmoon Bashir at sbashir@cathedralATL.org. Register at cathedralATL.org/virtual.
DIOCESAN STUDY DAY Thursday, February 22 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Child Hall The Rev. Becca Stevens will speak on
“Preaching and Living Outside the Box” on Thursday, February 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Child Hall. Stevens will engage diocesan leaders about breaking boxes that restrict how we preach and live in the marketplaces of our lives. She will share the story of Thistle Farms and what it means to lead with love. She believes that curiosity, commerce, creativity, and courage are signposts that lead to freedom in ministry. She will encourage us in our small acts done with great love that make this blue planet still a place of hope. This event is presented by the Diocese of Atlanta’s Office of Congregational Vitality and is open to all clergy and lay people in the diocese. The cost is $20 and includes lunch; register at cathedralATL.org/Stevens. Please contact Sally Ulrey, sulrey@episcopalatlanta.org, with any questions.
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7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Mikell Chapel
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral
10:10 a.m. Old Fashioned Sunday School Child Hall
10:10 a.m. Living Faith Room 239
10:10 a.m. YP Sunday School Room 368
parish retreat May 24-26
10:10 a.m. Youth Sunday School Room 382
10:10 a.m. Godly Play
3rd Floor above the Atrium
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral
Registration coming soon!
11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía Mikell Chapel
1:15 p.m. Enjoy Biblical Greek! Room 239 and online
3:15 p.m. Sunday Afternoon Recital: Frederick Teardo Cathedral
3:30 p.m. Landscapes of Grief Lanier House
4 p.m. Choral Evensong Cathedral
4 p.m. EYSeedlings Room 380
6 p.m. Sunday Evening EYC for Middle and High School Room 382
Thank you to everyone who gave so generously to support the ministries of the Cathedral of St. Philip in 2023! Because of you, contributed income increased by 10% from 2022 to 2023! Statements of Contributions were emailed to donors last week and are available year-round at cathedralatl.tpsdb.com. If you did not receive an email or would like a hard copy sent to you, please contact David Rocchio at drocchio@cathedralATL.org. Again, many thanks!