Dear Cathedral family,
Alleluia, Christ is risen! As we enter the second quarter of 2018 I give thanks for the dedication and generosity of our cathedral community. As always, our worship throughout Holy Week was both profoundly reflective and gloriously joyful. Many, many people dedicated themselves to preparing the church, learning the music, creating the service leaflets, offering hospitality, and making sure all was done with beauty and order. Thank you for all the gifts you share with your cathedral family, including your financial donations throughout the first quarter of the year, and especially for your generous response to our Easter appeal, which exceeded expectations!
In a large congregation like St. Paul's, it is sometimes hard to communicate the complexity of our life together, and misconceptions can arise. I want to take advantage of this letter to clear up some conflicting narratives regarding cathedral finances. Read more here. |
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Sunday, May 6
at the Cathedral
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United Thank Offering Ingathering is Sunday
Please bring your UTO "little blue box" or the box's proceeds (in the form of a check payable to St. Paul's Cathedral and marked "UTO") to church on Sunday. If you bring your actual blue box, please look for an usher with a basket where you may place the box. If your little blue box is in the form of a check, place it in the offering plate along with your regular offering. If you prefer to make an online donation, please go here and select "other offering" and write a memo identifying it as UTO. Thank you for your generosity which supports many ministry initiatives across the Episcopal Church. For a refresher as to what the UTO little blue box is all about, watch this.
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Forum: Learn about the Power of Ignatian Spirituality Practices
9 a.m., Great Hall
Presbyterian minister Peter Del Nagro will talk about spiritual practices created by Ignatius of Loyola, currently in practice by Jesuit communities around the world. These powerful practices provide time and space to reflect on God's movement in our lives, empowering us to see God's movements more clearly.
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Celebrate Our Anglican Heritage Through St. George's Evensong and Reception
4:45 p.m., Courtyard for procession, followed by service in Cathedral and reception in Great Hall
Join in this annual celebration of the Episcopal Church's Anglican and British heritage. The procession includes a slain dragon made of bread, a pipe band, and Scottish dancers! The service includes glorious music in the grandest style of Anglican worship sung by choristers accompanied by organ, brass, and timpani. The service is followed by a high tea reception n the Great Hall.
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This Week
at the Cathedral
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Have Coffee and Conversation at the "Dean's Breakfast" Tomorrow
Friday, May 4, 8 a.m.
Our Friday morning breakfast and conversation continues tomorrow morning. We meet at Bread and Cie on University between 3rd and 4th Avenues, next door to Peet's. Join us for this great opportunity for fellowship and to meet each other!
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Join us Sunday!
Sunday, May 6
See details about our Sunday schedule above and in the link to the Cathedral Life.
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Get Connected at Our Monthly General Meeting
Tuesday, May 8, 11:30 a.m., Guild Room
All are welcome to our general meetings on the second Tuesday of the month. Ministry Leaders are especially encouraged to attend! Can't make it in person? Call in. We discuss a topic of the month and get updates from each ministry. These meetings are a great way to cultivate community and coordinate. INFO: Kathleen Burgess, burgessk@stpaulcathedral.org
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Find Peace During Our Free Weekly Organ Recital
Tuesday, May 8
, 12:30 p.m., free
Alan Dominicci will offer the free gift of a recital on our landmark organ.
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Participate in the Monthly Guided Labyrinth Walk
Tuesday, May 8, 6:00 p.m., Great Hall
You are invited to join us for this monthly event, to enter the labyrinth and find your way to the center of this deep spiritual peace. INFO: Melanie Ekberg, melanie.ekberg@gmail.com.
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Help with Showers of Blessings
Saturday, May 12, 7:30-11:30 a.m.
Volunteer with us to offer showers and community building with our neighbors who don't have homes. INFO or to help: Claudia Dixon, cdixont@mac.com
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Forum: Explore the Idea of Being Read By Scripture
Sunday, May 13, 9 a.m., Great Hall
Join Elizabeth Koenig for a presentation on the ancient spiritual practice of Lectio Divina, which is based on the regular reading of scripture. This is a great opportunity to explore new, simple ways to incorporate more regular reading of the Bible into your routine. INFO: David Tremaine, tremained@stpaulcathedral.org
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