The Cathedral Times - May 5, 2024

The CATHEDRAL TIMES

The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · May 5, 2024

The Cathedral parking lot was rockin’ last Sunday at Chill on the Hill! Thanks to parishioner Neville Carson’s band Cover to Cover and Dean Sam Candler for all their great tunes, and to all who came and made this a fun evening!

This SUNDAY

MAY 5, 2024 · The Sixth Sunday of Easter, Year B Acts 10:44-48 • Psalm 98 • 1 John 5:1-6 • John 15:9-17

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 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 Singers:

Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585), A new commandment

Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585), If ye love me, keep my commandments

11:15 a.m. Cathedral Choir:

Paul Mealor (b. 1975), Ubi caritas

Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585), If ye love me, keep my commandments

11:15 A.M. LA SANTA EUCARISTÍA, MIKELL CHAPEL

Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Thee Smith

Preacher: The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval

4 P.M. CHORAL EVENSONG , CATHEDRAL

Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Canon Cathy Zappa Cathedral Schola:

Robert Lehman (b. 1960), Preces & Responses in A flat

Stephanie Martin (b. 1962), Selwyn Service

Benjamin Britten (1913-1976), Rejoice in the Lamb

SUNDAY AFTERNOON RECITALS

EDWARD LANDIN SENN, ORGAN

Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church

Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

SUNDAY, MAY 5 — 3:15 P.M.

IN-PERSON AND ONLINE AT CATHEDRALATL.ORG/RECITALS

Pamela Decker (b. 1955), Praeludium

Edward Landin Senn (b. 1988), Suite Brève

Craig Phillips (b. 1961), Prelude on the Carillon d’Alet

Gerre Hancock (1934-2012), Air; Prelude for Organ

Edward Landin Senn (b. 1988), Psalm Prelude

Jeffrey Brillhart (b. 1955), Philadelphia Flourish

MUSIC

CATHEDRAL SINGERS CONCERT

Friday, June 7

7:30 p.m., Cathedral

Enjoy a lovely June evening’s respite amid the glow of stained glass, basking in music to soothe the soul and delight the senses! This concert features the professional core of the Cathedral Choir & Schola and the Cathedral’s magnificent organists. Presented by Friends of Cathedral Music. Purchase tickets at cathedralATL.org/concerts.

TOUR and HISTORY GUILD

HISTORY OF THE CATHEDRAL’S BELLS

Thursday, May 16

2 p.m., Room 239

Have you ever wondered about the story behind the Cathedral’s majestic bells when you hear them ring? If so, please join the Cathedral Tour and History Guild on Thursday, May 16 at 2 p.m. in Room 239.

Parishioners Mary Hall Perrin and Mary Semmes Wright will share a brief history of our four massive bells, including how such a big project was accomplished after the bell tower was already completed. The Braswell-Milner Bells were the gift of a generous parishioner in 2000. They were cast in bronze in France by Paccard Bell, a family company that has been making bells since 1796. It is a fascinating story, and we encourage you to come learn about them. After this, you will have a new appreciation when you hear the pealing of the bells!

VOLUNTEER AT RESPITE CARE ATLANTA

Respite Care Atlanta is seeking volunteers for its weekly respite program assisting adults living with mild-to-moderate dementia. Volunteers get to share their ideas and talents while helping to provide a safe and stimulating environment for program participants. Opportunities to volunteer range from 1 to 3 days a week for 1 to 4 hours between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church.

The next volunteer info session is Monday, May 13 from 10-11 a.m. Contact Jane Brann at jbrann@spdl.org to register and learn more.

The CATHEDRAL of 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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ADULT Education

ADULT EDUCATION THIS SUNDAY

Old Fashioned Sunday School

Reading Genesis: The Beginning of Wisdom

10:10 a.m., Child Hall

Since the nineteenth century, biblical scholars have become largely uninterested in the wisdom offered by the book of Genesis. They tend to focus on the fact that the book is a collection of separate documents that were written by different people at different times for different reasons and devote themselves to answering questions about whether and how these various pieces fit together. This approach means that they avoid the larger questions about life like, “What is the meaning of life?” and “How it should be lived?”

This series focuses on what the book of Genesis has to say about these larger questions. They are as important to us today as they were when they were first asked! We need the wisdom of Genesis as we work through issues facing us now about family and private life, community and politics, and our relation to nature and the earth. You will not be disappointed! As it turns out, Genesis doesn’t tell us stories about what happened as much as it tells us stories about what always happens.

The Rev. Canon George Maxwell leads a discussion based on Leon R. Kass’ book titled The Beginning of Wisdom: Reading Genesis (Univ. of Chicago Press, 2023). You don’t need to buy or read the book to participate in the series.

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.

THE CHOSEN!

Wednesdays

5–7 p.m., Gould Room

On Wednesday evenings, join us from 5–7 p.m. to enjoy a second year of this popular and deeply inspiring video discussion of The Chosen. You may bring a meal for yourself or to share with others when we break bread together during an intermission, then resume screening about 6 p.m. We’ll screen selected videos from the latest Season 4 episodes as they become available. 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.

For questions, or to be added to the newsletter, please contact the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith, tsmith@cathedralATL.org.

Living Faith

10:10 a.m., Room 239

Join Canons Lauren Holder, Julia Mitchener, and Cathy Zappa for conversation guided by The NY Times bestseller Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. While this book will be of particular interest to those with young people in their lives, it is also relevant to anyone wanting to reflect on the deeper meaning and purpose of human existence and on what Christianity may have to offer a culture in which so many question their self-worth. All are welcome!

Young Professionals Formation Hour: Episcopal 101

10:10 a.m., Room 368

Please join the Rev. Salmoon Bashir for Episcopal 101: An introductory class on Episcopal beliefs and practices. This class is designed for those who are new to The Episcopal Church, as well as cradle Episcopalians interested in deepening their understanding of our traditions, liturgy, theology, beliefs, and practices.

These classes are meant to be an open forum for questions and conversations. No advance preparation is required. We look forward to embarking on this journey of discovery and faith together. All are welcome.

JOURNEYING WITH THE LIVES OF EARLY CHURCH SAINTS

Wednesdays through May 15

12 p.m., Room 239

Join the Rev. Salmoon Bashir and Eat Your Word Bible Study for this series on saints from the early church who held onto their faith amidst trial and tribulation, shaped the life of the church, and changed the course of civilization. We will also learn about the early women leaders and saints and their role in shaping the church. You will never see the saints the same way again! For more information, contact Salmoon Bashir, sbashir@cathedralATL.org, or 404-365-1035.

OUTREACH

TECH HELP FOR CATHEDRAL TOWERS RESIDENTS

Are you good with technology? Interested in using your knowledge to help others? The Cathedral is forming a team of volunteers to assist residents of Cathedral Towers with simple troubleshooting for their smart phones, iPads and other gadgets. Time commitment can be whatever you have to offer, and the team will go over to the Towers together on prearranged dates. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Canon Julia Mitchener, julia.mitchener@cathedralATL.org.

THOUSANDS OF THANKS FOR YOUR GIFTS TO ST. VERONICA’S GUILD EPIPHANY DRIVE

YOUTH

YOUTH SUNDAY

Thousands of people join St. Veronica’s Guild members in thanking Cathedral parishioners for your generous response to the guild’s January Epiphany Drive. The drive raised funds to help support the guild’s ongoing ministry to provide essential toiletries, including soap, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorant, and more to four Atlanta Episcopal ministries that serve thousands of people facing poverty and health and housing challenges as they rebuild their lives.

“This year we received $5,253,” St. Veronica’s Guild reports. “To put that number into context, this year, with very careful shopping we expect to spend close to $4,500 on toiletries, and we expect those prices to increase in future years. Our business plan, for continued support to the ministries that depend on this supply of toiletries, requires that we plan our budget beyond the current year, so we won’t need to abruptly stop our supply to ministries. Your generosity this year has enabled us to have funds to fulfill our plan.”

One thank you from the Reverend Ashley Carr, Vicar of Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, states, “We are deeply grateful for your efforts. Our members greatly value the items you send. Many of our people wouldn’t have hygiene items if it weren’t for those you provide, because they can’t afford them.”

Next Sunday, May 12 , we will celebrate Youth Sunday. Our Cathedral youth will serve at our 8:45 and 11:15 a.m. services as lectors and intercessors. Edith Baños and Sophie Latz will preach at the 8:45 service, and Hillis Kopecky and Kate McDonough will preach at the 11:15 a.m. service. Edith Baños will also preach at the 11:15 a.m. Spanish language service.

We will honor the many contributions of our young people to our faith community – especially recognizing our graduating seniors. Additionally, we thank our many adult volunteers, teachers, chaperones, and mentors for their dedication and love of our Cathedral youth.

Youth in grade 6-12 are invited to join us this summer on a trip to Louisville, Kentucky for General Convention. On this trip, youth will gain a better understanding of the Episcopal Church, witness the process and election of our new Presiding Bishop, explore interfaith relationships, and tour Sewanee, The University of the South. For more information, contact Keith Dumke, Director for Youth and Young Adults Ministries, kdumke@cathedralATL.org.

PRAYER List

FOR THOSE WITH IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Jane Hunnicutt • William Irvin • Gail Morgan Timmis

FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING:

LONG TERM PRAYERS: R. Huntley Allen • Lucy Baker • Emma Duke Bleke • Catalina Barragan Oliveros • Virginia Bicksler • Scott Brown • The Bryant Family • Joe Burton • Heather Clark • The Crossley Family • Rita Daly • Jerri Darnell • Terry Dornbush • Joan Duncan • Jill Dyas • Deborah Ellington • Paul Fekete • Joyce Egan Ferris • Phoebe Forio • Tom Frolik • Ken Griffiths • Steve Gunter • Jenny Ham • Tory Hartness • Gena Inman • Jane Jones • Randi King • Harry Lamon • Liza Lanier • Ralph Lewis • Robert Lewis • Lisa Krysiak • Jill Mahaffey • Leslie Marlowe • Tommy Mason • Christopher Mitchum • Barbara Moore • Graham Mulling • Susan Myers • Jim Myrick • Charlie Neal • Marian Palmore • Patricia Payne-White • Buddy and Sue Redd • Rubye Reid • Lorraine Reynolds • Barbara and Joel Rice • Bob Riggins • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Lana Sachsenmaier • Kay Sanders • Nancy Sanders • Louis “Skip” Schueddig • Bill Shropshire • Tommy Truesdale • Len Wagner • Ginny Wolf • Jonathan Wright

FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Josephine Rose Adams • Elizabeth Alexander • Bettina Bass • Ray and Pat Bell • Josh Bennett • 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 • Marty Dunn • Katherine Erb • William Erb • Sam Fender • Kyle Garcia • Ann George • Larry Hamilton • Christine Hanson • Judson Harper • Rick Hoyle • Sarnia Hoyt • Thomas Hagood, Jr. • Gayle Higley • Brian Huestis • Beth Ingle • Clinton Johnson, Jr. • Kathy Johnson • Sara Kissel • Mary Kyle • Herb Larrabee • Pete Livezey • Hilda Lukwago • Carolyn R. Lusk • Lauren Makhlouf • Margaret McKinnon • Elaine Metcalf • Marion Hickman Meythaler • Betsy Moore • Margaret Moriarty • Fred Neuschel • Linus Nickel • Sterling Pace • Rosemary Palmer • Stephen Pararo • Kimbrooke Pavlich • Ginny Quinn • Terri Reece • Jean Rudolph • Einar Sagstuen • Joe Salas • James Sands • Skip Saunders • Patricia Schooley • Stacey Schuitema • Lelia Sinclair • Alan Smith • Don Smith • Philip Gregory Smith • Michael and Kathryn Snider • Esther Rose Spade • Angela Stephenson • Izzy Straus • Brandon Streets • John and Cleary Tanner • Timothy Tew • Pierson Thames • Leopildo Velita • Pat Volpicella • Marjory Wall • Thomas Francis Wall • Christie Woodfin • Karen Woodward • Whit A. Wright • Hollis Youngner

FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Stephen Douglass • Cathy Drake Gravenmier • Carol McGowan

FARMERS Market

FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENINGS

Saturday, May 4

8:30 a.m.– 12 p.m, Cathedral Parking Lot

As part of Skin Cancer Awareness month, visit the Cathedral Farmers Market on Saturday, May 4, from 8:30 a.m.– 12 p.m. to receive a free skin cancer screening for a volunteer group of board-certified dermatologists. Come get screened and learn more about how to protect your skin.

Screening details:

• No insurance or pre-registration needed

• A great opportunity to learn skincare best practices

This year during Week of Wonder, we will continue following the Israelites after they traveled through the wilderness making their way to the Promised Land. In the Promised Land, unexpected journeys, epic battles, secret spies, and other surprises are in store as we follow God’s pursuit of his people.

Week of Wonder is a traditional week of Vacation Bible School for children ages 4 – 5th grade. We will enjoy the simple and relaxed joys that summer brings, using nature, art, music, play, wonder, and of course, popsicles.

The Nurturing Center will also be open for younger siblings! Register at cathedralATL.org/weekofwonder.

Want to volunteer? There are daily volunteer opportunities or join the whole week as a counselor! Contact Lisa McNamara lmcnamara@cathedralATL.org for more information.

parish retreat

May

24-26

Join us Memorial Day Weekend for the Annual Parish Retreat at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC. This is a great way to kick off the summer and build relationships with your fellow parishioners.

THE WEEKEND INCLUDES: EVENING SOCIALS • PROGRAMMING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN • KAYAKING • HIKING • SWIMMING • NAPPING • ROCKING CHAIRS • PICKLE BALL • BINGO • AND HOLY EUCHARIST

POSTMASTER: Dated Material. Please deliver by May 4, 2024

This Sunday at a glance

7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Mikell Chapel

8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral

10 a.m. Godly Play 3rd Floor above the Atrium

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

10:10 a.m. Youth Sunday School Room 382

10:10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Instruction Class St. Mary’s Chapel

10:10 a.m. Informed First Communion Class Walthour Library

11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral

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 Series: Edward Landin Senn Cathedral

3:30 p.m. Landscapes of Grief Lanier House

4 p.m. Choral Evensong Cathedral

6 p.m. EYC for Middle and High School Room 382

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UTO Sunday

WITH GRATEFUL HEARTS, CONSIDER GIVING TO UTO THIS SUNDAY, MAY 5

This Sunday, May 5, is United Thank Offering (UTO) Sunday, when we’ll come together with the worldwide Episcopal community to give thanks and give in thanksgiving for God’s blessings, then give back. Even the smallest acts of gratitude and giving can create a meaningful impact on your own life and on the struggling communities that UTO grants support.

We invite you to spend a few moments this week to pause with gratitude to consider the gifts God has given you, then reflect on those blessing, and make a thank offering at cathedralATL.org/uto or in person at church. Our collective giving enables UTO 2025 grant giving for ministries focused on communities impacted by water access, water quality and environmental impacts.

Matthew 25:34-35

Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.