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CHRIST CHURCH
CATHEDRAL
Mobile, AL
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MISSION STATEMENT OF CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL
Christ Church Cathedral lovingly welcomes all people to
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raditional, Episcopal worship to deepen our relationships,
serve our community, and grow closer to God.
VISION
We seek to live the Gospel, grow generations of faithful leaders,
and build a sustainable community
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THE SECOND SUNDAY
AFTER CHRISTMAS
January 5, 2020
YEAR A
Holy Eucharist RITE II
Ten o'clock in the morning
Please join us after the service for a time of hospitality in the Chapter House.
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THREE WISE MEN
Artist: Sydney Goodwin
Source:
THE COLLECT
O
God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
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CATHEDRAL NOTES
The Good Book Club: The Gospel of John
Begins Monday!
Start 2020 in the beginning-with the Good Book Club and the Gospel of John! Each day, from Epiphany on January 6 through Mardi Gras Day, February 25, we will read a passage from this compelling gospel, inspired by "the disciple whom Jesus loved." We'll encounter the favorite verse of football fans and inspirational sign makers with John 3:16, and we'll also hear stories only heard in John: Jesus turns water into wine at the wedding of Cana, encounters the woman at the well, and raises Lazarus from the dead. The spiritual Gospel of John uses beautiful poetry: Jesus as the bread of life and as the vine. And it's in John that we hear the great I AM statements.
Forward Movement and partner organizations across the Episcopal Church-and this year, the Anglican Church in Canada-have prepared an array of resources to help you on the journey. The first step is easy: Open your Bible and start reading. A Journey with John books are available on the Ministry Table for $10. To sign up for Good Book Club resources go to: https://www.goodbookclub.org/
Contemplative Prayer
January 13 through February 17
"Practicing the Presence" facilitated by Fr. Marshall Craver! A prayer practice is just that: practice. In this six week contemplative prayer group, we will learn about and practice six different prayer forms that will assist us in becoming more aware of and trusting in Christ's presence in our day to day lives. Come and join us each Monday in the Chapel, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., January 13 through February 17. Everyone is welcome! Regular attendance is encouraged but not required. Come as often as you can, and leave each Monday with a prayer form that you can take with you and practice throughout your day.
Are You a Pledging Member?
Christ Church Cathedral is deeply grateful to those who have made an annual pledge for 2020. We are more than 66 percent toward our goal of 200 pledges. It isn't too late to become a pledging member-pledges are essential. While many churches and cathedrals our size have significant endowments to help fund mission and ministry, Christ Church Cathedral does not-89 percent of the funds for our work come from pledges and gifts from people like you.
To make a pledge, please pick up a pledge card on the ministry table in the Chapter House vestibule; contact Brenda Stanton, Financial Secretary, at bstanton@christchurchcathedralmobile.org; or make a pledge online.
Pledge envelopes for everyone who requested them are on the credenza in the Chapter House vestibule. If you would like envelopes, please contact Brenda Stanton.
Ministry Meetings
Usher Meeting
Thursday, January 9 at 5:00 p.m.
Ushers are on the front line for greeting both the members of the Cathedral Family and our visitors. Ushers do much more than hand out bulletins-they can set the tone for those coming for worship. Hayley Van Antwerp, a member of our Program Team, will lead this meeting as we plan strategically for the future of this ministry. Please join us for supper and for the conversation. The meeting is for seasoned volunteers and for those interested in joining an usher team. There is a sign-up sheet on the Ministry Table.
Flower Guild Meeting
Wednesday, January 15 at 12:30 p.m.
Altar Guild Meeting
Wednesday, January 22 at 12:30 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral Hosts
Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Convention
Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8
Plans are nearing completion for the 49th Annual Diocesan Convention! We look forward to serving as host for this Jubilee celebration of 50 years of diocesan life together, Remembering, Reorienting, Renewing.
There are many ways that all of us can be involved - whether as greeters, guides, kitchen staff, ushers, or floaters. Please watch your email this week and your Cathedral Notes for the next two weeks for volunteer opportunities.
Convention Leadership Team
Audrey Cunningham, Chair
Ginny Behlen, Carolyn Eichold, Cammie Israel, Lucy Wright
Concert Series
A Mass for Mobile: Joyful Spectacular
Sunday, January 26 at 4:00 p.m.
This concert is a celebration of the music that makes our city spectacular. From jazz music, African music, and gospel music, to classical and bluegrass, listeners will hear the diverse sounds of Mobile, Alabama. This program is a collaborative effort with Mobile's Singing Children and with members of the Alabama School of the Arts voice department. This is a perfect way to start your Mardi Gras celebrations.
Supper Club Kick-Off
Sunday, January 26 immediately following the concert
For questions please speak with Meg Mattei. More information to follow.
United Thank Offering (UTO)
Ingathering Sunday, January 12
The United Thank Offering (UTO) is a gift of the heart that goes into a small box. Bring your box filled over the Advent Season. Our offering goes with our love to the national Episcopal United Thank Offering and is then used to help provide support and educational opportunities to other Episcopalians. You may also place checks made payable to Christ Church Cathedral with a notation UTO in the offering plate.
General Ordination Exams
Our School for Ministry Interns Mike Ballard and Lydia Johnson will be taking the General Ordination Exams (GOE's) January 6 through 9 in preparation for their ordination. Please keep them, and all others preparing for ordained ministry, in your prayers.
Restore, Renew, Reimagine
Notes from the Construction Zone
We are working on our punch list-we are nearing completion!
Today following the service we need able-bodied volunteers to remove all of the furniture behind the rail so that cantilevered scaffolding can be installed to complete painting in the church.
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Sunday, January 5
10:00 a.m. HE, Rite II
Wednesday, January 8
Noon HE, Rite II
2:00 p.m. Convention Leadership
Team
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, January 9
5:00 p.m. Usher Meeting
Sunday, January 12
9:00 a.m. Christian Formation
10:00 a.m. Holy Baptismal and
HE, Rite II
11:15 a.m. EYC First Sunday Lunch
Monday, January 13
10:30 a.m. Morning Circle
Noon Contemplative Prayer
Wednesday, January 15
Noon HE, Rite II
12:30 p.m. Flower Guild Meeting
5:15 p.m. Finance Committee
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Sunday, January 19
9:00 a.m. Christian Formation
10:00 a.m. HE, Rite II
11:30 a.m. Vestry Meeting
Monday, January 20
Noon Contemplative Prayer
Wednesday, January 22
12:30 p.m. Altar Guild Meeting
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MINISTERS FOR SUNDAY
Celebrant ....................................
The Very Rev. Beverly F. Gibson
First Reader ...........................................................
Alison Mitchell
Second Reader ................................................................
Jeff Grill
Intercessor ............................................................
Carolyn Eichold
Chalice Bearers .................................
Sarah Bolt, Robby McClure
Oblationers ................................
Janet Rich Pittman, Craig Pittman
Crucifers ............................................
Blake Ferguson, W.C. Hines
Acolytes ..........................................
Parke Brister, Talmadge Hines,
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Livy Ferguson
Acolyte Parents ...............................
Allison Gamble, Will Gamble
Children's Chapel ..............................
Molly Bolt, Laura McLeod,
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Virginia Ladd
Nursery ....................................................................
Charlotte Wall
Altar Guild .....................................
Barbara Archer, Lisa Williams,
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Martha Ann Stafford, Maria Napier
Flower Guild ...............................
Ricky Bradford, Bruce Rockstad
Vestry Greeter ................................
Laura Rutherford, John Leach
Ushers........................................
Willson McClelland, Preston Bolt,
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John S. McClelland Jr.,
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Ward Murphy, David Stephens
Hospitality ....................................
Ginny Behlen, Betty Reniewicz,
..................................... Joy Dean, Gaye Formanek, Happy Grehan,
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Shannon Harris, Charlotte Taylor,
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Yvonne Holladay, Caroline Etherton
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BIRTHDAYS
Catherine Sanders
January 6
Daly Baumhauer
January 7
Bo Mattei
January 8
Lyn Bennett
David Brister
Carl Cunningham
January 9
Barton Elliot
January 10
Weathers Bolt
Frances Zarzour
January 11
Lara Sherer
Jennifer Grehan
January 12
Anne Frances Weeks
January 14
True Nicolson
January 16
Harris Rendfrey
January 17
Mabel Kinard
Hayley Van Antwerp
January 19
Bob Israel
Paige Suttles
January 20
Mac McCafferty
January 21
Mike Bjorklund
Bonnie McDonald
Emily Seawell
January 22
Martha Ann Stafford
January 23
Nancy Newman
Fred Rendfrey
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January 24
Annabelle Ramo
January 25
Mac Govern
January 26
Lynn Yankie
January 27
Elizabeth Harris
January 28
Sarah Bolt
Tony Brown
Lucy Pryor Slaton
Kennedy Williams
January 29
Trés Eichold
January 30
Don Epley
Alex Eynon
Burton Slaton Jr.
Kyle Wall
January 31
Burnley Davis
Sam Jeffers
February 1
Patsy Seymour
Alex Hoffmeyer
Page Hoffmeyer
February 2
Jamie Cooper
T.K. Jackson
Anna Middleton
February 3
Gracie Armbrecht
Stephanie Hopper
February 4
Molly Bolt
Darden Cooper
Joel Daves
Keller Reeves
February 5
Bill Stafford
February 7
Hudson Israel
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CATHEDRAL PRAYERS
O God, the strength of the weak and the comfort of sufferers: Mercifully accept our prayers, and grant to your servants the help of your power, that their sickness may be turned into health, and our sorrow into joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Members:
Patti Biel, Happy Henson, Virginia Wilkins, Alec Armbrecht, Megan Drane, Marolyn Kruse, Lara Sherer, Chuck
McKay, Beth Schramm, Jane White-Spunner, Lucky White-Spunner, Jessie Koger, Mike Gibson, Leroy Roberson,
Tim Holladay, Bradley Forster, Bill Stafford, Ed Stephens
Friends & Family:
Michael Cameron, Nancy & Don Cameron, Rob & Amy Archer Ellis, Marilyn Leigh Ellis, Hayden Jenkins, Maggie
Jenkins, Gladys Crowson, Zaidee Galloney, Pier Louise Hardin, Phinee Vanek, Mitch and Polly Johnson, Maura Rego,
Lexi Naughton, Father Dennis Brown, Marian Macpherson Currie, Evie Langhans, Keith Burbank, Rita Curtis, Mike
Curtis, Joyce Waite, Sally Chow, Sydney Dann, Susie Stafford, Wayne Hinton, Joy Rue, Gillette Slaton, Sam Hulsey,
Isabel Hulsey, Julian Kayser, Celeste Hall, William Todd Smith, Mary Ester Bollis, Don Foster, Augie Misiurewicz,
Ernie Fussell, Joe Verneuille, Shannon Cook, Amy Bowman, John Henry Johnson, Wanda & Eldon Peeples, Kelly
Callaway, Sara Louise Dunn, Donna Dilley, Jeffery Hartley, Laura Cummings, George Seymour, Jr., Rob Fargason,
Eleanor Underwood, George Smith, Briley Shirah, Mike Stringer, Dennis Bartchak, Nancy Harris, Daniel Lawrence,
Andrea Hinton, Aubrey Fulford, Kenneth Hubbard, Barney March III, Melissa Bumpers, Charlie Brockman
For Those Serving in the Military:
Dan Drew, Marlin Brutkiewicz, Gray Stephens, Keith Moss, Susan Adams, John Turner, Tia Cupit, Ryan Cole Hunt
Anglican Cycle of Prayer:
The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia
Cathedral Cycle of Prayer:
St. Thomas' By-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Laguna Beach and Grace Episcopal Church, Panama City Beach
Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer:
The Church in Iran, Iraq and Syria; and New Bayside Baptist Church, Mobile
Prison Ministry Cycle of Prayer:
Holmes County Jail, Bonifay, Florida
Repose of the Soul:
Jane Hutchins Israel, mother of Bob Israel; Nancy Harris.
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CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL
CATHEDRAL OF THE DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
Corner of St. Emanuel and Church Streets
Established 1822
The Right Reverend J. Russell Kendrick,
Bishop
The Very Reverend Beverly F. Gibson, Ph.D.,
Dean
Lydia Knizley Johnson,
School for Ministry Intern
Michael E. Ballard,
School for Ministry Intern
The Very Reverend Johnny W. Cook, Dean Emeritus
Carolyn S. Jeffers, Provost
Christopher W. Powell, Music Director and Organist
Katherine E. Powell, Choir Director
Brenda J. Stanton, Financial Secretary
Marla J. Reis, Cathedral Secretary
Melissa R. Hicks, Assistant to the Provost
Judy J. Jones
, Housekeeping
Douglas B. Kearley,
Cathedral Archivist
Alison S. Mitchell,
Children's Program Coordinator
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