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Beloved,
Sometimes it's so hard to know what to pray for or even how to pray. At least I find that to be so. After the horrific killing in Minnesota on Wednesday morning all I could do when I got home was light a candle and put it in the window, praying that the small flame would light the skies like a beacon. Sort of like calling Batman I was calling God. It was all I could do - light that candle and sit there with my heart laid open.
If you also are struggling with how to pray in this time know that you are not alone. I don't have any answers, really, but do have some thoughts. Prayer takes many forms but each form requires that our hearts be laid open. Whether in rage or grief or joy or doubt or helplessness, true prayer opens our hearts to hear/feel/know God's presence, or at least to be open to those things. But we need also be aware that rage, grief, doubt, helplessness, even joy, without open hearts, can prevent us from hearing/feeling/knowing God's presence. So if you need to be angry, be angry with an open heart. If you are full of joy, be so with an open heart. If you feel helpless, open your heart to God's love.
Light a candle and set it as a beacon right next to your open heart. God will be there. (And maybe Batman, too.)
Beloved, you are beautiful. I love you and God adores you.
Greta+
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Thank You
Thanks to the generosity of our congregation, and one particularly generous anonymous donor, we were able to send $27,132 over to Spectrum Youth & Family Services from our December red envelope event.
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Cathedral Arts and Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival Present Beethoven String Trios
Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary weekend of concerts featuring violinist Soovin Kim, violist Jessica Bodner, and cellist Marcy Rosen as they bring to life the full cycle of Beethoven’s celebrated String Trios!
Friday, January 9, 7:30 p.m.
Beethoven Serenade in D Major, Op. 8
Beethoven String Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 3
Sunday, January 11, 4 p.m.
Beethoven String Trio in C Minor, Op. 9 No. 3
Beethoven String Trio in D Major, Op. 9 No. 2
Beethoven String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1
These are two separate ticketed events. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Seeking Coffee Hour Support
Dear St Pauls folks, please sign up to cleanup and wash dishes for an upcoming Sunday(s). We are lucky to have a two-minute wash cycle dishwasher. Just sign the BIG roster sheet and give me your email or phone number.
ALSO please bring in snacks- store bought or homemade. You will be a star of the Welcome Ministry! Questions? Call me 802-734-9349
Penny Pillsbury
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Help Keep our Parish Directory Up to Date
Copies of the most up-to-date directory are located on a table in the back of the church. Please find your entry and make any edits that you need to so that we have the most accurate contact information for everyone.
If your name is not listed and you would like it to be, fill out a form located on the same table and we will add you.
If you'd like a more up-to-date photo or for your photo to be added, feel free to send a photo that you like to the Cathedral office at admin@stpaulscathedralvt.org, or stop by the office during office hours (T - F, 8:30 - 12:30) and we'll take one for you.
Thanks for helping to make our directory as current as possible!
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MealTrain for Parishioner in Need
Beloved parishioner Deb Altemus has just returned home from an extended hospital stay, and we'd like to support her and Vaughn in her recovery by delivering meals to her for the next several weeks. They live in Williston.
To learn more details and to sign up to deliver food, check out the MealTrain link here.
Thank you!
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Cathedral Arts Presents Tom DiMenna: Story Songs of the 70s
Maine-based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna & Friends present Story Songs of the 70s featuring songs by three legendary songwriters of the vinyl era — Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin.
This folk-rock act blends lush vocals, intricate guitar playing and iconic story songs into a sound that’s both intimate and powerful. While rooted in the folk tradition, this special winter setlist of reflective wintry songs is balanced with upbeat favorites and toe-tappers sure to bring audiences together with cheer during the colder months (Song for A Winter’s Night by Gordon Lightfoot, Into White by Cat Stevens, Mr. Tanner by Harry Chapin…) — performed with heart, humor, and resonance.
Sunday, January 18 at 4 p.m. Click here to purchase tickets.
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St. Paul's Annual Meeting
On Sunday, January 25, St. Paul's will hold our Annual Meeting directly following the 10:00 a.m. worship service. Both the worship and the meeting will be in person and live-streamed on the Cathedral's YouTube channel.
Included in the proceedings will be an election for official parish positions, a review of the activities of the Cathedral over the past year, recognition, thanks, and celebrations for the contributions of everyone here at the Cathedral, and an update and vote on our redevelopment project. Lunch and childcare will be provided.
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Church school resumes this Sunday. We look forward to seeing all children aged four through 13 after worship downstairs in the Church School room.
You can view or download the Sunday Paper for this Sunday by clicking here.
If you have questions, please contact Katie Gonyaw at kgonyaw@stpaulscathedralvt.org.
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Join us for our Worship, in person or via our Live Stream on YouTube.
Holy Eucharist, 10 a.m.
You can view or download the order of worship on our website.
Other Regular Services
All are welcome to join us for our weekday services:
Morning Prayer, Monday - Friday at 8:30 a.m. on Zoom, Tuesday - Friday in person and on Zoom.
Compline, Sundays and Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. on Zoom.
| | For Our Prayers This Week | |
We pray for blessings and joy for those who have birthdays this week: Jasper Elliot-Rose.
Let us name before God those for whom we offer our prayers: Thomas Cencer; Gerry Viens; Pam Loranger; Michele Thomas; Tom Allen and those who love him; Charlie and Koela; Thora Chadwick; Tom Grenier; Joe Comeau; Teaghan; Valerie; Christine; Ella Baskett; Jennifer; Lindsay; Charles Lewis; Maddie Cross; Susan Simmons; Patrick Getlein; Judith Roberts; Anthony Maulden; Aimee Viens (Deal); Barbara; Sally; Sharan Williamson Nosal; Taby; Jody Andreoletti; Kim and Luis; Tracey; Keith Pillsbury; Lynne Dapice; Kitty Noyes; Mike Bell; Laurie Donaldson; Gail Ernevad; Barbie Kimberly; Alice Van Buren; Jim and Linda Larson; Gina Hilo; Ben; Steve Burns; Barbara; Genevieve; Jaya and Abby Kelly; Fran Carlson, Devin Starlanyl; Karin Davis; Jay Slobodzian; Thomas McGrade; Ashton Christy; Randy and Ruth Booze; Michael Fay; Henry Maciejewski; P.J.; John; Marie Cole; Kim Martin; Nancy Johnson; Jean Erno; Jackie; Lillian Robinson; Peter Adams; Elizabeth Webster; Debbie Altemus; Vaughn Altemus; Helen McGrath; and Mary Carter. For Ukraine and those fleeing its borders and for the people of Russia, and the ongoing wars in Sudan, Myanmar and Ethiopia. For peace in the Holy Land and between Israel and Palestine. For all victims of gun violence. For all who grieve. For all refugees, migrants, and asylum seekers. For an end to all acts of political violence.
For al
We pray for our seminarian: Henry Kellogg.
We pray for those who have died: Renee Good
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“New month, new intentions, new goals, new love, new light, and new beginnings.”
--April Mae Monterrosa
| | Lessons for January 11: The First Sunday After the Epiphany: The Baptism of our Lord | | Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen. | |
Morning Prayer Leadership Training Offered
Beginning in February, the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont will offer Morning Prayer Leadership Training for lay people interested in serving as a Morning Prayer Leader.
Classes will be taught by the Rev. Ann Hockridge, the Rev. Darcey Mercier, and the Rev. Charlie Nichols and take place on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Classes will be held on February 5, 12, 19, and 26 with a final session on March 5. Participants must attend all five classes and complete all assignments in order to receive their certificate.
Those who complete the course successfully will be certified as Morning Prayer Leaders in the Diocese of Vermont. SafeChurch training will additionally be required.
Note, those interested must have the endorsement of their clergy or their Senior Warden in order to register.
Registration is open now and will close on Friday, January 23. Register online.
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Resurrection Hope Unpacked: A Black History Month Book Study
This February, join the diocesan Racial Justice and Healing Committee for a three-week book study on Resurrection Hope: A Future Where Black Lives Matter by the Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas.
In this book, Dr. Douglas reflects on how a “white way of knowing” has come to dominate American identity and even to shape the consciousness of Christians.
Meetings will be held on Mondays February 2, 9, and 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. on Zoom and discussion will be led by members of the Racial Justice and Healing Committee. Each session will be focused on different chapters of the book:
• February 2: Chapters 1 & 2
• February 9: Chapters 3 & 4
• February 16: Chapter 5 & The Afterward
Additionally, Dr. Douglas will attend the February 9 meeting. She will participate in the discussion and be available for participants to ask questions.
Copies of the book may be purchased directly from the publisher or on Bookshop.org. If you would like to participate but purchasing the book is not in your budget, reach out to the Cathedral. Scholarships are available.
You do not need to attend every session to participate, but registration is required. Register online. Zoom links will be distributed to registrants ahead of the first meeting on February 2.
This study is being held during Black History Month. Taking place every February, Black History Month honors and celebrates Black history and culture in the United States and across the globe. Learn more about Black History Month.
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