Cathedral in Holy Week
Sometimes it is just me,
Sometimes alone in the Cathedral I stumble into silence,
There I study it, the quiet, and it draws me into myself.
I wonder sometimes where God and the Saints may be waiting,
Waiting for me and my longings, my hopes, and many days my doubts.
I can hear the stones, the timbers, the air, breathing in concert.
Creeks and movements almost like a swell of an organ trying to answer.
I am weakened sometimes by all that is to be carried,
Not by duty or volume of prayers,
But by my own weaknesses, my own brokenness,
Grief of disappointments I have caused others, myself, my sometimes elusive God.
I examine myself, my soul, my purpose
There like a Vicar in a far off place, in another time,
I too nail questions to a cross, the intersection of doubt and hope.
I feel to the bone the harshness sometimes of our unfortunate world.
The weight of it bends me at the knees.
On my knees then I find a kindred soul in the empty spaces,
Together our lament, “My God, My God, why have your forsaken?
A reflection written by Dean Pompa, Maundy Thursday, 2017, with inspiration from R.S. Thomas, Priest and Poet.
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Adult Forums:
April 14
Rabbi Sholomo Levy:
The Road to Jerusalem: The Last Days of Jesus
April 21
Easter Sunday - No Adult Forum
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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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Cathedral Foundations
is an experience for those who are newer to the Cathedral and/or the Episcopal Church to grow in understanding of our faith and practices. The Foundations experience takes place Sundays, March 31 through May 12 at 9:20-10:15 AM. The first three sessions will meet as part of Adult Forum in the Dining Room of Sayre Hall; the remaining sessions in the Goodwin Room (3
rd
floor of Sayre Hall).
Click here for more details.
To register, email Dean Pompa at
tpompa@nativitycathedral.org
or call the church office at 610-865-0727.
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Making Palm Crosses
Join us on Saturday, April 13 at 1:00 PM in the Quilter’s Room to learn the secret of making palm crosses and visit with others who are keeping this tradition going. Open to children and adults.
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Cathedral Arts
– On
April 14
, Nativity Cathedral Organist, Canon Stephen Williams will perform a Palm Sunday recital including works of Bach, Langlais, Duruflé, and the complete Symphonie No. 4 by Louis Vierne. Two weeks later,
April 28
, Neil Harmon, recently appointed Professor of Organ at Brigham Young University will perform a recital that will also include his own compositions. And, on
May 19
, Robert McCormick, Organist-Choirmaster at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Philadelphia will play a recital of works by Elgar, Bruhns, Vierne, delightful hymn settings, and will close with an exciting improvisation based on three themes presented to him just before he plays. All recitals/concerts are at 4 pm. A $10 suggested donation benefits the
Cathedral Arts
, and a reception will following each performance. Please come, celebrate with us!
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Model Seder
Maundy Thursday, April 18 at 5:45 PM in the Dining Room. Matthew, Mark, and Luke recount Jesus’ last days and place what Christians know as “The Last Supper” at the time of the Passover. Jewish tradition observes the Passover story in a ritual of seder meal, the telling of God’s liberation of God’s people in the Exodus story. Rabbi Sholomo Levy will instruct those gathered in a “model seder”, and invite us into a deeper understanding of the context in which we Christians understand Jesus, his last days, and our own salvation history.
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Nativity Book Club
Due to Holy Week and the Chrism Mass, the book club will meet on Thursday, April 25 at 11 AM in Room 23 to discuss
Where the Crawdads Sing
by Delia Owens. Barbara Iannelli will be the discussion leader. Also, bring along some ideas about what will be read in May. Some suggestions:
Beneath A Scarlet Sky
by Mark Sullivan,
Sapiens
by Yuval Noah Harari, The Mother Tree by ?,
The Rescue
by Nicholas Sparks, and
American Overdose
by Chris Maggreal.
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Past and Present Luncheon
For our closing Past and Present luncheon, our name becomes particularly meaningful as the program this month combines Hess's Department Store memorabilia [Past] with a fun fashion show courtesy of our very own Thrift Shop volunteers [Present]. We've been looking forward to this since it burst onto our brain waves around Christmas [We had to take naps after our first discussion.]. So please bring a friend and join us on Friday, April 26th for our "Thrifty Hess-Type Fashion Show" at 11:00. Lunch to follow. And Sarah says, "Yes. There will be strawberry pie." Yum! R.S.V.P.: Sarah Norwine (610) 954-8052 or Pam Bayliss (610) 798-7671.
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Easter Egg Hunt
On Sunday, April 28, the Cathedral will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt. Toddlers up through 5th grade are welcome to participate. Children up to age 3 should be accompanied by an adult. Please meet downstairs in the Good Shepherd Chapel by 9:15 to receive further instructions. All Sunday School children will report back to the Good Shepherd Chapel after the hunt for additional festivities.
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Godly Play Introduction
Saturday, April 27, 9AM-3PM the Cathedral will be hosting a Godly Play orientation led by Dawn Stewart. Open to anyone in the Cathedral family, our community and the entire diocese. Program administrators, clergy, seminarians, teachers, and parents can all benefit from attending Godly Play training. This is a method for nurturing a child’s relationship with God, not simply “Sunday School” in the way most of us remember. Everyone connected to children in our community will gain insight from learning the underlying principles. Though Godly Play is often thought of as a children’s curriculum, the benefits from this program have no age restrictions. Bible studies, adult forums, senior center activities, or anywhere God’s stories are shared can discover the magic in how these stories are told. If you are involved with any of these ministries, please consider joining us on a personal journey of wonder. Register for this event by Wednesday, April 24,
here
. $10 registration fee includes lunch. Please contact Becky Berkenstock at
bberkenstock@nativitycathedral.org
with any further questions.
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Christophany Youth Retreat
April 26 at 6:30 p.m. to April 28 at noon. An event for middle and high school youth. Learn to overcome obstacles with God's help. Join up with youth from around the diocese at Bear Creek Camp in Wilkes-Barre. Activities will include the high and low ropes courses, a talent show, hiking and campfire. The cost to attend is $125. Scholarships are available. Contact Deacon Michele Causton, Coordinator of Diocesan Youth Programs, at
youth@diobeth.org
or visit
HERE
to learn more.
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ShareCare Faith in Action is in need of 10 volunteer drivers.
ShareCare is a program which links volunteers with individuals who are elderly or disabled. Volunteers are needed to drive these individuals to a doctor appointment, the grocery store or pharmacy or to the bank. Volunteers have complete control as to how many and which rides they are available for. It can be as little as one ride per month. If you would like more information please contact ShareCare Faith in Action via email
sharecarefia@aol.com
or by phone 610-867-2177. If you would like to hear about my personal experience with ShareCare please email Cathy Bailey at
cathybaileynnp@gmail.com
. Thanks for considering this ministry. We are doing God's work in our community.
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Parishioners in the Hospital
If a family member is hospitalized, please contact either the clergy or leave a message with the parish office (610-865-0727) informing us of who is in the hospital and at which hospital.
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Holy Week and Easter Service Schedule
Saturday, April 13
8:30 AM Morning Prayer – Good Shepherd Chapel
5:00 PM Liturgy of the Palms and Passion Celtic Eucharist – Cathedral
Palm Sunday, April 14
8:00 AM* Liturgy of the Palms and Passion Eucharist - Cathedral
8:45 AM* Liturgy of the Palms and Passion Eucharist – Sayre Hall
9:20 AM Church School for All Ages
10:30 AM* Liturgy of the Palms and Passion Eucharist - Cathedral
Holy Wednesday, April 17
9:00 AM Holy Eucharist & Healing – Good Shepherd Chapel
Maundy Thursday, April 18
5:45 PM Model Seder – Rabbi Sholomo Levy – Dining Room
7:00 PM* Maundy Thursday Liturgy/Foot Washing, Holy Eucharist, Stripping of the Altar – Cathedral
Good Friday, April 19
7:30 AM Liturgy & Holy Communion (reserved sacrament) – Sayre Chapel
12 Noon to 1:00 PM Good Friday Liturgy – Cathedral
5:30 PM Family Service & Stations of the Cross – Sayre Hall
Note: The Cathedral will be open all day Friday for private prayer.
Holy Saturday, April 20
8:30 AM Morning Prayer – Good Shepherd Chapel
5:00 PM* Great Vigil of Easter – Cathedral
Easter Sunday, April 21
8:00 AM* Holy Eucharist, Bishop Kevin Nichols Presiding & Preaching – Cathedral
10:30 AM* Festival Eucharist, Bishop Kevin Nichols Presiding & Preaching – Cathedral
*Nursery available for infants and toddlers during these services
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Cathedral Schedule
Friday, April 12
10:00 AM Nativity Staffs the Thrift Shop
11:00 AM Anne Day Memorial Service - Cathedral (Reception following in Sayre Hall)
4:30 PM Cathedral Choristers Rehearsal - Choir Room
Saturday, April 13
8:30 AM Morning Prayer - Good Shepherd Chapel
9:00 AM Altar Guild Prep – Cathedral
9:00 AM Flower Guild Prep - DR KIT
10:00 AM Thrift Shop open until 1 PM
1:00 PM Palm Cross Making - Quilt Room
5:00 PM The Feast | Celtic Eucharist – Cathedral
Sunday, April 14
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist - Cathedral
8:45 AM 321 Contact Worship Service - Sayre Hall
9:00 AM Property Committee Meeting - Conference Room
9:20 AM Sunday School | Adult Forum
9:20 AM Foundations Class - Dining Room
10:30 AM Holy Eucharist - Cathedral
4:00 PM Cathedral Arts Concert - Cathedral (Reception immediately following - Sayre Hall)
Monday, April 15
3:15 PM Private Tutoring - Dining Room
3:45 PM Homework Club - Welcome Place
Tuesday, April 16
1:00 PM Al-Anon Meeting - Room 21
2:00 PM Clergy Bible Study - Goodwin Room
3:45 PM Homework Club - Welcome Place
Wednesday, April 17
9:00 AM Holy Eucharist & Healing - Good Shepherd Chapel
9:30 AM EfM - Goodwin Room
10:00 AM Nativity Staffs the Thrift Shop
1:30 PM Exploring Christian Literature Book Club - Goodwin Room
3:45 PM Homework Club - Welcome Place
4:00 PM Homework Club BookFest - Sayre Hall
4:30 PM Cathedral Choristers Rehearsal - 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, April 18
11:00 AM Bethlehem Steel Vets - Room 21
5:45 PM Model Seder Instruction - Dining Room
7:00 PM
Maundy Thursday Liturgy/Foot Washing, Holy Eucharist, Stripping of the Altar - Cathedral
7:00 PM S-Anon - Room 21
Friday, April 19
Thrift Shop Closed
7:30 AM Liturgy & Holy Communion (reserved sacrament) – Sayre Chapel
12:00 PM Good Friday Liturgy – Cathedral
12:00 PM Cathedral Office Closes
5:30 PM Family Service & Stations of the Cross – Sayre Hall
Note: The Cathedral will be open all day Friday for private prayer.
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