"You can be that person. But you must never lose sight of the fact that the soap you make has been given to you by God. Honor God, by sharing what you make."
The words of William Colgate, the founder of Colgate soap company, better known as the maker of Palmolive soap, Colgate toothpaste, etc etc.
This weekend is our In-gathering weekend. It is the taking in of our financial giving that comes alongside our time and talent so generously given in order for us to do what we do together in God's name!
The truth is, we are asked to do and be much by our God. And we honor God by stretching toward Love. We cannot do what we do without the financial resources that enable us to be all that we can be.
Please take a moment to watch this fantastic video provided by our Stewardship Committee. Please consider your financial support of one another in mission and come celebrate with us this weekend in worship and bring a pledge card of support with you. We will present our offering to God's altar, and get on with the work we are called to do.
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Thanksgiving Basket Donations
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On Sunday, November 24, 2019 as part of our annual in-gathering, you are invited to share in thanksgiving by bringing a food item for Thanksgiving basket distribution by New Bethany Ministries. Please bring canned vegetables, canned pumpkin, boxed jello, canned cranberry sauce, canned gravy, turkey, boxed stuffing, and boxed mashed potatoes.
You can bring the items at any time before the day and place them in the basket in the Narthex or bring them that day. If you are donating a turkey, please do not bring it before November 24th. Turkeys may be put in the freezer on November 24th.
We will prepare the boxes during "Forum Time" while enjoying a light breakfast together on our annual in-gathering Sunday.
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Sunday Bulletin
For those of you worshiping with us via Livestream, below please find the Sunday bulletin.
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Adult Forums:
Nov 24 - Understanding Hunger - Food Basket Preparation
Dec 1-22 - Canon Grandfield will present "Basics of Mission"
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Advent Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 1, 5 PM,
From Darkness to Light!
Through readings from the Old Testament, mirrored by readings from the New Testament, and music that punctuates and enlightens, we look back at the great events of our salvation, and look forward to the fullness and brightness of Christmas. Come, meditate, sing, and pray with us.
E'en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come!
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CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
If you would like to remember or give thanks for a loved one by contributing toward the Christmas Poinsettias in the chancel of the Cathedral, please complete
THIS FORM.
The form should be sent along with a donation of your choice and the names of those you wish to remember or give thanks for. Please return forms to the Cathedral Office, ATTN: Peggy
no later than Monday, December 9
or you may place them in the offering plate on Sunday. The names will appear in the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day service bulletins. Volunteers will deliver the plants to the sick and shut-in members of the parish after Christmas.
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Notes for Nativity College Students
Drop by the table in Sayre Hall during Formation Hour (9:20AM-10:10AM) on Sunday, November 24, to write a note of support and love during those tough finals weeks to Nativity young adults in college. Questions?
email Dale
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Welcome to the newest members of the Altar Guild!
Preston Smith, Barbara Beal and Olivia Tramontana. Would you like to serve at God’s altar? Contact Barbara Iannelli:
biannelli@me.com
to set up training time.
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Past & Present Program
Save the date for Past & Present's Annual Cookie Exchange and Festivities with decorations, music, fellowship, food and COOKIES. The date to save is Friday, December 13th. Social time at 11AM and lunch at noon. Watch for more details
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Mentors Needed
A high five with Lavar. A fist bump with Xavier. Not to mention their smile, and them your goose bumps. Be an "educator" (mentor), mom or dad for 40 minutes a week. The Fountain Hill Elementary School family needs you. Consider this wonderful volunteer option to help brighten your day, not to mention Lavar's or Xavier's. If you are interested, please contact the church office office at 610-865-0727 or Gene Witiak at 610-691-5520 or
thehug.witiak@gmail.com
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Luminaria Night for New Bethany Ministries
Saturday, December 14, is Luninaria Night to raise funds for New Bethany Ministries (and to put ourselves in the Holiday spirit!). If you'd like to purchase kits of 10 luminaries ($10.00 each) and/or be a Block Captain to help your neighborhood participate,
email Dale
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Noche de Espiritualidad Hispana/Latina
IMAGENES DE SANTA MARÍA LA VIRGÉN
Latino Spirituality Night
IMAGES OF SAINT MARY THE VIRGIN
El
15 de Diciembre
, 2019
a las
6:00 p.m
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en
La Parroquia Catedral de la Navidad
, Episcopal
The Episcopal Cathedral Church of the Nativity
321 Wyandotte St.
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Procesión con velas y flores, cantos y devociones en español a
- La Virgén -
de Guadalupe, de Suyapa, de la Paz, del Rosario, de la Altagracia, y de la Divina Providencia
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Madre de nuestro señor Jesucristo
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Procession with candles and flowers, songs and devotions in Spanish to
- The Virgin -
of Guadalupe, of Suyapa, of Peace, of the Rosary, of Highest Grace, and of Divine Providence
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Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ
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Cena después. Todos son bienvenidos.
Dinner to follow. All are welcome.
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The Philia Book Club
will not be meeting in December. However, you want to read
The Guest Book
by Sarah Blake. Kae Romeril will be our discussion leader at our January meeting.
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Nativity Cathedral
Home for Healing & Wholeness
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Our Mission: Nativity Cathedral’s Home for Healing and Wholeness seeks to awaken the wonders of our spiritual lives and nurture healing, harmony and hope.
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Group Spiritual Direction for Moms:
For moms of younger children (12 and under) and for actually any mom. Please join for an opportunity to gather each month to ‘listen to each other’ from that sacred inner space where we are free to ‘just show up’ and honestly name ‘how it is with our soul’. Punctuated by times of silence, our time together will offer a place where moms can ‘tend their own spiritual well-being’ and be on the receiving end, vs being on the ‘giving side’.
Facilitator: Marcella Kraybill-Greggo is a mom, a spiritual director, and a member of The Cathedral Church of Nativity. Marcella co-directs the Spiritual Direction Graduate Certificate Program at Moravian Seminary, while also serving as Clinical Director for Moravian’s MA in Clinical Counseling.
Sunday, Nov 24
9:20AM-10:20AM Goodwin Room
(Upper Level of Sayre Hall)
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Candlelight Yoga and Compline
The beauty of a candlelit Cathedral invites you to a time of Meditative Yoga, a stretching of the body and holding in comfortable positions while inviting one to “detox” from the stress of the day and hard use of the body. Follow this experience with the beautifully sung prayer office of Compline, an invitation to holy peace.
No cost – a gift to you, but please bring a mat and a blanket or beach towel to enhance your comfort.
Lisa D. Bryan, MA, E-RYT500, is a Kripalu trained Yoga teacher (18 years experience) with a degree in Holistic Spirituality. She offers Yoga experiences that are meditation-in-motion and breath based. Combining East/West wisdom in a gentle and supportive methodology is her passion.
Wednesday, Dec 4, Feb 5 April 1, May 6
8:00PM-8:45PM yoga followed by Compline at 9:00PM
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Reiki
: Reiki is a Japanese practice and technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing and wholeness. The word Reiki comes from the Japanese word Rei, meaning “God’s wisdom” and Ki, which is “life force energy”. Reiki is administered by “laying on of hands” and focuses on positive energy with restorative healing effects.
Instructor: Dr. Connie Andrejko, DO, IBCLC, FAAP, Reki Master. Connie Andrejko is a physician specializing in Neonatology and the Vice President of Medical Affairs form Onsite Neonatal Partners. Dr. Andrejko is a Reiki Master and has been practicing Reiki for more than 10 years.
Reiki Level I Instruction:
Learn about the foundation of Reiki and become attuned to receiving and channeling life force energy through the laying on of hands. During the Reiki 1 session, students will learn and practice how to give a Reiki treatment to others and to themselves. The history and principles of Reiki will also be reviewed.
Thursday, December 12
6:30PM-8:30PM in Good Shepherd Chapel (Lower Level of Sayre Hall)
$50.00
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Reiki Healing Sessions:
For those who wish to receive a time of meditative Reiki treatment administered by qualified Reiki masters, these 25 minute sessions are an invitation for healing and wholeness in a safe and quiet environment.
When: Last Saturday of each month (Prior to Celtic Spirituality Night at Cathedral).
2:00PM-4:30PM. in Good Shepherd Chapel, (Lower Level of Sayre Hall).
$25 per session
(register and schedule a 25-minute session during that time frame).
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Reiki Share Sessions:
The Reiki Share is a place and time where people, who have been attuned to any level of Reiki, can come and practice Reiki with one another.
When: Last Saturday of each month (Prior to Celtic Spirituality Night at Cathedral).
3:00PM-5:00PM in Good Shepherd Chapel, (Lower Level of Sayre Hall).
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Laughter Yoga
Thursday, December 12
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Join certified Laughter Yoga leaders: Lucy Dadlani and Lisa King in Sayre Hall, for our monthly Laughter Yoga event. We’re setting aside the second Thursday of each month from 7:00pm-8:00pm to join together in the four elements of joy: Laughing, playing, singing, and dancing. This promises to be a super fun and healthy night for all. Be prepared to leave feeling better! All activities will be done standing or seated. No yoga clothes or mats needed. No cost – a gift to you.
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TonyTalks
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Following Celtic Spirituality Nights, the last Saturday of each month, Dean Pompa invites you to a series of “TonyTalks”. Short (15 minute) talks on the topic of Celtic Spirituality and prayer. Learn about the Celtic Way, experience ancient forms of Celtic Wisdom and Prayer.
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Cathedral Schedule
Friday, November 22
10:00 AM Nativity Staffs Thrift Shop
Saturday, November 23
9:00 AM Altar Guild Prep – Cathedral
10:00 AM Thrift Shop open until 1 PM
5:00 PM Holy Eucharist – Cathedral
Sunday, November 24
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist - Cathedral
8:45 AM 321 Contact Worship Service - Sayre Hall
9:15 AM Sunday School & Adult Forum, Continental Breakfast
9:15 AM Group Spiritual Direction for Moms - Goodwin Room
10:30 AM Holy Eucharist - Cathedral
Monday, November 25
9:00 AM Flower Arranging for Hospital Visitations - Sacristy
3:15 PM Private Tutoring - Dining Room
3:45 PM Homework Club - Welcome Place
Tuesday, November 26
1:00 PM Al-Anon Meeting - Room 21
2:00 PM New Bethany Ministries Staff Meeting - Dining Room
3:45 PM Homework Club - Welcome Place
7:00 PM Private Rehearsal - Good Shepherd Chapel
7:00 PM Yarns of Love - Dining Room
Wednesday, November 27
9:00 AM Holy Eucharist & Healing - Good Shepherd Chapel
1:15 PM Yarns of Love - Dining Room
5:15 PM Cathedral Choristers - Choir Room
6:30 PM EfM - Goodwin Room
6:30 PM New Bethany Ministries Parenting Class - Good Shepherd Chapel & Nursery
7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal - Choir Room
Thursday, November 28
Thanksgiving Holiday - Office Closed
Friday, November 29
Thanksgiving Holiday - Office Closed
Thrift Shop Closed: November 27-29 for Thanksgiving Holiday
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321 Wyandotte Street | Bethlehem PA 18015
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