The Monday Connector
October 21, 2024
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Meditation
Mercy is more God-like than vengeance.
Helen Prejean, CSJ
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College-age Connection & Post Youth Group Fellowship
Wednesday, October 23, 7 - 9 pm in the Saint Mark’s Youth Room (Second Floor)
Missing feeling connected to young folks in and around Saint Mark’s? Looking for a source of community outside of your campus, undergraduate or graduate student, or job? Are you between 18 – 25 years? Come hang out on Wednesday, October 23 in the youth room and have pizza with people who feel the same. Created and led by people in their late teens to early/mid 20s, open to anyone who feels they miss that energy in their lives. We will gather and chat and discuss ideas for future events!
Contact lola.brown4810@gmail.com with questions (and, ideally, to RSVP, but come even if you don’t email!)
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The Way of Love Group
Small faith-based groups are ideal for building our relationships with God and with one another. When we meet together for conversation, reflection, learning, and prayer, we can also discover how we might serve God’s people as we follow the Way of Jesus.
The Way of Love is just such a group. This 6-week online group experience explores The Way of Love and its seven practices – Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go, and Rest.
Online sessions begin Tuesday, October 29, 6:30 - 7:30 pm. The Way of Love book is available in the Cathedral book shop.
These sessions are hosted by Joan Olson and Lois Satterberg, who look forward to your participation!
Contact Lois to register and receive the Zoom info: jlsatterberg@gmail.com
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All Souls Requiem
Saturday, November 2 at 7:30pm
We will be reading the names of the dearly departed friends and family of the PAST year. Please send those names to be read from the altar by November 1 to Siri Hustad at Sirih@ourcathedral.org.
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New Member Celebration and Welcome
Sunday, November 3 at 8 am and 10:30 am services
If you are ready to say Yes to growing as a disciple and Yes to becoming a member of Saint Mark’s, then Sunday November 3 is the day! Please contact Mary Lusk by October 28, to let her know you are ready. maryl@ourcathedral.org
And current members, please join in the celebration that day as we welcome new members into our faith community, during both morning services and afterwards in the Community room. Also during worship that morning, we will celebrate All the Saints who surround us daily and who have encircled us in the past.
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Join Together in Prayer for Elections
A recent communication from our Provost addressed the pervasive polarization, anxiety, and fear of this election season:
“As a community, we are invited to consider how we, even in our disagreements, can show up as people of faith who build bridges instead of walls, and remain committed to loving one another as siblings in Christ.”
Our calling is to love, listen, and serve, as Christ did, grounded in God's grace and peace. And like our Lord, we become grounded through prayer.
In the final days and weeks leading up to the election and beyond, I invite you join in prayers for our nation and those around the world who are impacted by our leaders and policies.
Below is a link to a number of prayers from TEC here
Lastly, we are pleased to announce that the Cathedral will be open on Election Day (7 am – 8 pm) It will serve as safe and peaceful space for prayer, silence and tending to the heart. You are invited to join us, and to invite others.
Questions or concerns, contact chaplain@ourcathedral.org
The Reverend Mary Beth Farrell MA, MS,PCC
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The Call to Serve: November is Groveland Food Shelf Month!
Three ways to serve!
1) Share your abundance. Bring bagged, non-perishable items to the Banquet Room on Sunday mornings, November 3 – 24. Contact Margie Johnson (amjohnson1203@comcast.net) to assist with organizing donations and/or assist in delivery of donated items to Groveland Food Shelf.
Groveland Food Shelf desired items: preferably in smaller packaging and with pop tops! Canned fruit and vegetables. Ready to heat soups, chili, stews. Rice, pasta, ramen noodles. Cooking oil, flour (small amount), ground or instant coffee. Peanut butter (NOT natural); sweets (helpful for recovering addicts), granola bars, etc. Coconut milk, evaporated condensed milk. Gluten-free products. Clean, used egg cartons.
2) Be the Saint Mark’s representative on the Groveland Food Shelf Board. Contact outgoing representative Rich Maier (rich@maiermn.com), longtime GFS board member, with questions or to express interest.
3) See “The Sound of Music” at the Annual Fundraiser Movie Event, Sunday, November 3 at 1 pm at the Heights Theatre in Columbia Heights.
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Garden Love: Saint Mark's Pollinator Garden
from Dana Dickson, Saint Mark's member
O ye dews and frosts, bless ye the Lord; O ye frost and cold, bless ye the Lord; O ye ice and snow, bless ye the Lord; praise him and magnify his forever. (Canticle 1, Book of Common Prayer)
The garden surprised me this week. I expected the frost that came to my house would have frozen the remaining blossoms. Much to my surprise, there were new flower blossoms to be found.
On Tuesday October 29, from 1 pm to 3 pm we will be doing a fall cleanup of the pollinator garden. All are welcome to help.
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Adult Forums
Join in the Adult Forums, offered Sunday mornings at 9:15 in the Banquet room. This is a time for learning, questions, and connecting in community.
The schedule for November includes:
11/3 Saint Mark's Council
11/10 Church and State
11/17 Christian Nationalism
11/24 Fellowship
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Gospel Based Discipleship
Fridays, 12:15 pm, online via Zoom
Gospel Based Discipleship is not a formal Bible study. There is a convener but no teacher. Focusing on the Gospel selection prescribed for the upcoming Sunday, we ask three questions, reading the passage each time.
- What word(s), idea(s), or phrase(s) stand out for you?
- What is the Gospel saying to you?
- What is the Gospel calling you to do?
Sharing our responses, we listen and learn. Members take away their own inspiration from an encounter with Jesus in the company of others who are seeking deeper discipleship.
We meet every Friday at 12:15 pm via Zoom and aim to keep the meeting to 30-35 minutes. Join any week that you can. Access the Zoom link here.
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Join the Churchwide Virtual Celebration
The Investiture of Presiding
Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
Nov. 2, 2024 (livestreamed)
In this historic and joyful season, we invite you to pray for guidance for our church and our new presiding bishop as he leads us in envisioning the reign of God in our midst. May our celebration unite us as a sacramental community, and may we be filled with new energy to bear witness to God’s work of redemption.
Who: Everyone is invited!
What: The Episcopal Church will officially welcome the Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe as its 28th presiding bishop with a smaller, simpler investiture service aimed at reducing carbon footprint and increasing churchwide virtual participation.
When: Nov. 2, with a prelude featuring a “roll call” of dioceses starting at 9:30 a.m. ET. The service itself starts at 11 a.m. ET.
Where: The service will be livestreamed at www.iam.ec/investiture and on The Episcopal Church’s Facebook page. A recording will be posted and distributed after the service.
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Safeguarding God's Children and Adults
Safeguarding God's Children and Adults is a commitment that all of us share. The Episcopal Church requires ministry leaders and key holders to attend training sessions. Due to the importance of the subject matter, it is strongly recommended to attend an in-person training session for your first time, followed by ongoing learning in the online environment. We understand that this may not always be possible.
To ensure that as many of us as possible are trained, we have two online coordinators available to assist members in the online environment, as well as two certified trainers of Safe Church. Therefore, Reverend Rex McKee will be conducting in-person Safe Church training at Saint Mark's on the following dates and times, in the Community Room:
- October 26
- January 18
- March 1
Sessions will run from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Your attendance and active participation in these sessions are crucial for the safety and well-being of our community. Please mark your calendars accordingly, and if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Rev. Tim Kingsley.
Thank you for your dedication to ensuring a safe environment for all members of our community.
October Registration Here
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Annual Giving Campaign
Make Your 2025 Annual Pledge: You recently received a letter and pledge card in the mail. Please make your 2025 annual pledge by mailing your pledge card to Saint Mark's with the envelope included with your letter. You can also download a pledge card from our website. Or simply drop it into an offering plate during Sunday services. Questions? Just email mypledge@mycathedral.org. Thank you for your generosity and commitment!
We Want to Hear Your Call to Serve: Ready to share your Saint Mark's story? We'd love to know what you love about this faith community and what keeps you engaged and active here. It's easy with a #mycalltoserve video. Just use your smartphone to make a quick video! Just 30 seconds is all it takes! When you're done, email it to mypledge@mycathdral.org. We'll share the videos together in one place via our website
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Consider a Call to Eucharistic Visiting
As our ministry of Eucharistic Visiting grows, we are “calling” for new visitors. Eucharistic visitors are trained in the simple, humble work of taking the consecrated elements from
Sunday worship’s Holy Communion to those who are unable to attend church due to limitations of health and mobility. Please consider ministry for yourself or for someone you might suggest. The training is simple and concise. Initially, new visitors accompany experienced Eucharistic Visitors and then take communion to a congregant(s) once
a month. One of the great blessings of Eucharistic Visiting is the opportunity to get to know the recipient well and share the most sacred of rituals in loving friendship.
Please email Dr. Helen Hansen, Pastoral Care Coordinator, or call her at 612-250-7255 with your questions and potential interest.
Help Wanted – Audio/Visual Volunteers
The Cathedral is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with audio/visual operations during services and events. Volunteers will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience with equipment setup, sound management, and production support. Whether you're experienced or eager to learn, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills. Training will be provided. Join our team and be part of bringing our events to life! Please write to tinak@ourcathedral.org with your interest.
Help Wanted – Event Staff Volunteers
Join our event staff team at the Cathedral! We're looking for volunteers to assist with event setup, tear-down, and preparations for the next day. This role offers a great opportunity to work closely with our staff, ensuring smooth event operations. No prior experience is needed—training and guidance will be provided. Help make our gatherings a success! Please write to tinak@ourcathedral.org with your interest.
Help Wanted – Library Associate Volunteers
The Cathedral is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist as Library Associates. In this role, you’ll help organize, maintain, and catalog our collection, ensuring the library remains a valuable resource for our community. You’ll work alongside a supportive team and have the opportunity to develop organizational and research skills. No prior experience is necessary—training will be provided. If you're passionate about books and community service, we’d love to have you on board! Please write to maryl@ourcathedral.org with your interest.
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Fellowship on Sundays
Every Sunday, enjoy fellowship, coffee, and treats between 9am and 12:30pm in the Community Room.
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Connecting Circles
“Connecting Circles” meet again on Wednesdays, November 6 and 13 (previous dates were incorrect), offering unique opportunities for connecting, listening, and discerning about service. BYOD (dinner) at 6 p.m.; small group discussions start at 6:15 p.m. Join in any week. Brandt.linda@gmail.com
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Women's Fellowship
Next gathering: Thursday, November 14, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Are you interested in meeting other women at Saint Mark's? Join us for friendship and conversation on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm, until about 7:30 pm. Please note the new time. We meet in the Community Room at Saint Mark's. If you can, bring something to share. For more information, contact Joanne Rahm, jrahm61@comcast.net.
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Episcopal 101 and 201
If you have wondered about the history, theology, and practices of the Episcopal Church, or if you are considering membership or being confirmed in the church, you will want to consider Episcopal 101 and 201 classes.
An all-star cast of teachers introduce you to what the Episcopal Church understands about the Bible, Jesus, the Sacraments, the Creeds, and so much more. The classes meet every Sunday in the Heritage Room at 9:15 am, between services. The first, Episcopal 101, is more introductory and the second, Episcopal 201, explores some important theological and ethical issues. You can attend as many or few sessions as you'd like.
For more information or to sign up, email Jay Phelan, jayp@ourcathedral.org. We look forward to learning with you!
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Children's Worship
For children 8 and younger. Each Sunday during the 10:30 service, the gospel story will be shared in an age-appropriate format (and that may include crayons!), along with prayer and music. We will leave the 10:30 worship at the time of the Gradual hymn, just before the Gospel, and return at the time of the Peace. Parents are invited to join in too, but it isn’t necessary.
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Knitting Group
Saint Mark’s has had a group of dedicated knitters for many years. We make prayer shawls, scarves, and baby blankets to bless and give to those in need. We welcome new knitters, no matter what your skill level is. We meet on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to noon in the library. Please join us! Questions may be directed to gather@ourcathedral.org.
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Building hours for Fall:
Sunday 7am-6pm
Monday 9am-4pm
Tuesday 9am-4pm
Wednesday 9am-8pm
Thursday 9am-4pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9am-2pm
On occasion, building hours will vary.
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