October, 2018
Seek and Serve
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Meet our new Deacon:
the Rev. Jake Andrews
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I come to Spokane with my wife, Chris, and our son, Jonah. We were most recently living in Iowa, where I earned my MFA in English from the University of Iowa; I taught there and at Iowa State. But I do not have divided loyalties: I’m originally from Alabama, so I cheer for the Crimson Tide (if I cheer for anyone)!
Before our time in Iowa, Chris and I lived in Scotland and England. Chris earned her PhD in English from the University of St Andrews, and I earned my PhD in Divinity from the University of Aberdeen. I taught theology and was a researcher at the Universities of St Andrews and Cambridge.
I started my journey to ordination with the United Methodist Church in Alabama...
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Compiled by John Wallingford
The Cathedral reached out to our community in some new ways these last few months, in addition to long-time outreach endeavors such as volunteering at Crosswalk, West Central Episcopal Mission, or the Windfall. Have you heard about these opportunities? For more details on each, click through to read more!
* We joined Lands Council for the 15
th annual Spokane river clean up
* We visited Hutton Settlement, which was described in the most recent Chimes
* Chapter submitted a resolution to Convention for our Diocese to plant Paris Groves of trees, respecting the Paris Climate accord. Our research established new relations with the Finch Arboretum, the Spokane Soil Conservation District, Lands Council and Spokane Ponderosa, each of whom has recommended sites for Groves
* The Cathedral was invited to join Spokane 350, a new, interfaith group for environmental concerns
* We have reached out to the League of Women voters to see how the Cathedral can help their efforts to educate and encourage participation in voting
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What about the future?
We expect to begin a new phase of Outreach activity by convening regular Committee meetings. Watch for the announcement of a meeting in early November.
Finally, let me invite you to propose outreach activities. I’d love to see every parishioner active in at least one reach out into our community. What activity would you invite your fellow parishioners-- or folks who are not yet a part of our faith community-- to join you to do?
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The Episcopal Church has had and continues to affirm a commitment to
racial reconciliation
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the spiritual practice of seeking loving, liberating and life-giving relationship with God and one another, and striving to heal and transform injustice and brokenness in ourselves, our communities, institutions and society. To help cultivate this practice, we share resources to support this work each month.
Racial Reconciliation and the Episcopal Church
TEConversations
At the most recent General Convention of the Episcopal Church this past July, joint sessions were held for TEConversations, which were billed as “innovative, inspirational, and informative sessions featuring brief talks, videos and engaging interludes.” There were three of these sessions, dedicated to three priorities: Racial Reconciliation, Evangelism, and Care of Creation. These sessions were live-streamed, and are available for viewing. Each session lasted about 90 minutes. The
session on Racial Reconciliation featured three speakers: Arno Michaelis, a former leader in a white supremacist hate group who was transformed through love and forgiveness; Dr. Catherine Meeks, executive director of the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing in Atlanta, Georgia; and the Rev. Nancy Frausto, priest in the diocese of Los Angeles and DACA beneficiary.
Those present and participating were asked to consider the following questions in response:
- What word, image, or theme stands out for you from the talks and offerings you just heard?
- What is Jesus saying and calling you to do or be, with regard to racial reconciliation, healing, and justice?
- How might our churches and institutions respond to this call collectively?
If you’d like to view these talks, all are available at
this link and to view the complete talk for Racial Reconciliation, select “TEConversations – Racial Reconciliation” from the options on the right side within the video screen.
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Formation Series Continues
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Our adult formation series continues this Fall most Sundays, as we work to gain confidence and capacity to tell the story of our faith. We look forward to the coming weeks and the opportunity to explore our understandings of God, Christian faith practices, and different ways Christians have used words to preach the Gospel. In a world where many may not feel a connection with traditional stories and images of our faith, how can we be clear and compelling witnesses to Christ? Please join us!
Note that we will not be meeting the Sunday of Diocesan Convention (October 21), nor on the Sunday of our parish Thanksgiving meal (November 18).
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Commission on Ministry Workshops 2018-2019
The diocesan Commission on Ministry is offering a series of workshops this program year focusing on lay formation with an emphasis on licensed ministries. You can sign up
here.
- Feb 9, 10a-3p (FREE) - Wardens and Treasurers Day with the Bishop. This class is for those who are serving as wardens or treasures in their congregation and includes lunch
- March 9, 10a-3p ($25) - Eucharistic Visitor and Visiting the Sick and Shut-in. This class includes lunch
- April 6, 10a-3p ($25) - Worship Leader Training with the Bishop. This class includes lunch
- May TBD, 10a-3p ($25): Preaching. For those who are already licensed preachers or have had the introductory preaching course, to hone skills and gain confidence. This class includes lunch
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Upcoming Concerts at the Cathedral
- November 4: Kantorei Choir, Festival Singers, and Collegium Orchestra present "Come to the Woods: Pacific Northwest Beauty" as part of the St. John's Music Series. Pieces featured on this concert celebrate the stunning beauty that surrounds us in the Pacific Northwest. The capstone of this concert will be Jake Runestead's "Come to the Woods" featuring John Muir poetry and "High Lonesome Mass" by Tim Sharp with bluegrass band. Tickets in advance are $15 adult/ $5 student; at the door, $20 adult/$10 student. Children are welcome and may attend at no cost
- December 16: St. John's Music Series presents Handel's Messiah! Join us for this stunning oratorio by George Frideric Handel as the Kantorei Chamber Choir and Collegium Orchestra present parts 1, 2, and 3. This work, performed by some of the region's finest musicians, is not to be missed this holiday season! Tickets in advance are $25 adult/ $10 student; at the door, $30 adult/$10 student. Children are welcome and may attend at no cost
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Upcoming Parish Events
October 19-21, The Cathedral hosts Diocesan Convention
: Plan to come for one or more of these worship services: Friday 7:30pm, Compline; Saturday 5pm Evensong; Sunday 8am, Rite 1; Sunday 10:30am, Festive Eucharist with Ordinations
October 27,
Baptism Preparation class for candidates (and parents) for baptisms on All Saints Day (November 4). 10am. Contact
Heather VanDeventer or Kristi Philip as soon as possible if interested in baptism
October 28,
Blood Drive:
Did you know one unit of blood can save up to 3 lives? Join us for a Blood Drive after the 10:30am worship service, and help save lives of those in our community. Sign up with Marianne Harrington or online:
inbcsaves.org
(use sponsor code: StJohnCathedral)
October 28,
Trunk or Treat:
For Cathedral children and youth, 6pm-8pm. to host a trunk or buy candy for distribution, contact Mallory:
youth@stjohns-cathedral.org
October 28,
Yoga at the Cathedral:
Join instructor Lisa Silvestri Wehr at 3pm for a one-hour class in the Cathedral; for all experience levels; bring a mat if you have one
November 10,
90
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Annual Holiday Bazaar: 9:30am-3pm, in the Great Hall. Get started on Christmas shopping, enjoy a meal, and take your photo with St. Nicholas! Child care and child craft area provided
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SAVE THE DATE!
November 18:
St. John’s Annual Thanksgiving Parish Dinner, following the 10:30 AM service. New this year:
RSVP online to help us be good stewards as we prepare the meal. All are welcome!
December 1:
Healing Racism: Multicultural Responses in Local Context. A day-long workshop lead by Ana Hernández,
workshop facilitator, author, and composer/arranger, co-sponsored by Province VIII of the Episcopal Church, the Episcopal Diocese of Spokane, and the Cathedral
December 2:
Advent Service of Lessons and Carols, 4 pm
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Welcome to the new eNews from St. John's Cathedral!
Do you have an item that you’d like to see included in the November edition?
Contact the interim editor, Katherine Karr-Cornejo, prior to November 10.
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