This Week at the Cathedral!

Greetings,

We hope you will enjoy this issue of our weekly e-newsletter. Each week we'll keep you informed on what's happening here at St. Matthew's Cathedral - news from the week, what's coming up, and how you can be a part of it. This should reach your inbox by Friday giving you a heads up for the upcoming week. We hope this helps you plan your week, and maybe even provides a little inspiration to get you through it! Be sure to "Like" us on Facebook to stay in the know between emails.

A Message from the Dean...

Servant Queen and the King she serves

"Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your

well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords. . ." - Sunday Collect

In many Episcopal churches, this Sunday is known as The Feast of Christ the King. The name is not written on any of our liturgical calendars, not official, but present in the church nonetheless. The "Feast of Christ the King" has its origins in the modern Roman Catholic Church. It was instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925 following World War I. He connected the denial of Christ as king to the rise of secularism. At the time many Christians (including Catholics) began to doubt Christ's authority and existence. This doubt led to the rise of non-Christian dictatorships in Europe, and he saw Catholics being taken in by these earthly leaders.

The Feast of Christ the King stands in stark contrast to two current trends in Christian circles. One is an egalitarian trend to eschew all honorific titles, such as "king" or "Lord" or "Father so-and-so." The other trend is a sense that calling Jesus "King" or "Lord" is both triumphalistic and patriarchal and flotsam and jetsam of a(happily) long gone age.

Rather than address those explicit concerns, I will instead give you an example of a prominent figure who, I think, has got it right-Queen Elizabeth. A new book written in honor of her 90th birthday, "Servant Queen and the King She Serves," tells her story and includes much insight into the faith that sustains her. Here are some quotes of this Queen of England who serves a King:

"For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, whose birth we celebrate today, is an inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role-model of reconciliation and forgiveness, he stretched out his hands in love, acceptance and healing. Christ's example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people of whatever faith or none."
"To many of us our beliefs are of fundamental importance. For me the teachings of Christ and my own personal accountability before God provide a framework in which I try to lead my life. I, like so many of you, have drawn great comfort in difficult times from Christ's words and example."
"Forgiveness lies at the heart of the Christian faith. It can heal broken families, it can restore friendships and it can reconcile divided communities. It is in forgiveness that we feel the power of God's love."
"This is the time of year when we remember that God sent his only son 'to serve, not to be served'. He restored love and service to the centre of our lives in the person of Jesus Christ."

Neal+

This year's Thanksgiving turkey drive for the food pantry is on! Please drop off your donation of a frozen turkey in the Great Hall on Sunday, November 20th between 9 and noon or Monday the 21st through Wednesday the 23rd between noon and 3. Should you desire to make a monetary donation in lieu of a turkey, please see Ron Hackemack or Steve Sale during these times or note "turkeys '" on your check or envelope in the collection plate. Turkeys will be distributed on Thanksgiving day at our regular food pantry time. This always has a positive impact on our community.


Kevin Dodge-Greed is Good? Nov 27th, 9:35-10:15am Stage End of Great Hall Kevin Dodge, author of several books on spiritual life, will give us a biblical perspective of money. Kevin holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a ThM with Highest Honors from Dallas Theological Seminary. You don't want to miss this!	Adult Christian Formation Dec 4th & 11th, 9:35-10:15am Pivotal Players of the Christian Faith Stage End of the Great Hall A multi-part film series that illumines a handful of saints, artists, mystics, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of civilization. December 4 - Catherine of Sienna December 11 - Michael Angelo

Christmas Pageant 2016

Calling all youth and children! It is that time of year again. It is time to start casting and rehearsing for our Christmas Pageant. Please see all dates below:

Sunday, November 13 Casting for Pageant

Room 208 in Garrett Building 9:30 a.m.

Sunday, November 20 Costume Fitting

Room 208 in Garrett Building 9:30 a.m.

Sunday, December 4 Pageant Walk Through

Room 208 in Garrett Building 9:30 a.m.

Sunday, December 11 Pageant Walk Through

Room 208 in Garrett Building 9:30 a.m.

Sunday, December 18 Pageant Walk Through

In the Cathedral 9:00 a.m.

Saturday, December 24 Pageant Walk Through

In the Cathedral 3:15 p.m.

Saturday, December 24 Christmas Pageant

In the Cathedral 5:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, or if your child or youth cannot make one of the rehearsals, please let Logan Hurst know at [email protected].


Parish Wide Farewell Lunch Sunday, December 18 at 11:30 am Come and enjoy a time of food and fellowship! We will be having food catered by Lucy Creech as we bid farewell to Father Tony and the 12:30 congregation. Join us as we celebrate over 30 years together!	A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols Sunday, December 18 at 4:30 pm The Cathedral Arts Choral Artists and selected readers unfold the Christmas narrative with familiar choral settings and scriptural accounts, according to a beloved pattern established in 1918 by King's College Chapel, Cambridge. The service includes music of Cleobury, Caracciolo, Ledger, Warlock, Gardner, Davies, Mathias, and Howells. Please join us!	Sunday, December 18 10:00 am Holy Eucharist 1:00 pm Misa en Espa ño l Sunday, December 24 5:00 pm Holy Eucharist and Christmas Pageant 10:00 pm Carol Service 10:30 pm Candlelight Service Sunday, December 25 10:00 am Holy Eucharist Sunday, January 1 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:30 am Holy Eucharist

ANGEL TREE!

We know it seems early, but this season of thankfulness is a perfect time to help children who are truly in need. This year St. Matthew's is partnering with the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program. You'll be able to select an angel from our tree on Sunday, November 13th. See Janet Page at the tree for your angel and packet, or call her at 972-948-5534 for information. Angel Tree gifts are due back to St. Matthew's on November 27th.


Goodie Bag Items Needed Gift items needed for the food pantry Christmas Dinner goodie bags. Please place any items in the box in the foyer. ITEMS: gloves, knit hats, socks, hygiene items, treats, etc. Please include a Christmas card signed with a Christmas blessing or the recipient! Items must be received by Dec. 4th. Thanks for sharing the joy of Christmas with our neighbors.	Volunteers Needed for Food Pantry Christmas Dinner Volunteers needed to cook, serve and help with the Christmas Dinner for our neighbors, Sat. Dec. 10th at 1:00. If you would like to volunteer, please contact [email protected]

Support Peru Mission Trip!

St. Matthew's is preparing to send a mission team to northern Peru this December! The team will evangelize children, youth and mothers in three missions near Chiclayo, Peru. Please make your gift in the mission envelopes to help send the team. Your prayers are needed for the team and all the preparations. Vaya con Dios!

Pumpkin Patch Success!

The pumpkin patch raised $5,000 for the Peru Mission and Neighborhood Outreach ministries! We sold $15,000 worth of pumpkins and met hundreds of people. Thanks to all who supported us. A very special thanks goes to all the volunteers: Pumpkin queens, Betty, Carol, Kathryn, Belina, Donna and Beth- Pumpkin kings, Jim and Ashton. Many thanks to Mike and Helen, Merrill, Evelyn, Maricela, Durlin, Rita, Cara, Emily, Jennifer, Jackie, Logan and youth, Keeley, Sobrina and all who helped to unload the truck twice! See you next year.

A Garden of Delight: The Golden Age of Iznik Tiles of Turkey

September 23 - December 31

Photographic Exhibition by Carolyn Brown

In collaboration with The Crow Collection of Asian Art and the University of Texas at Dallas. Justus Sundermann Gallery.

Pledging Made Easy

If you would like to submit your pledge card electronically please click here. The form provided is on secure site and all information is sent directly to the church office. For any questions please call us at 214.823.8134. If you are more comfortable with a traditional pledge card, they will be mailed out to you in the next week. Thank you for your continued support of God's work here at St. Matthew's Cathedral!

A Letter From Bishop Sumner...

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Greetings in Christ. As you know, Deacon Pam Dunbar will be retiring December 31, 2016. Deacon Pam has served the youth in this diocese for many years faithfully.

We have had many inquiries about a "Purse" for her and how one might contribute to that purse. If you, your congregation, or a member of your congregation would like to make such a gift simply send your check made out to the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas designated for "Pam's Purse". Mark your envelope "Pam's Purse". Deadline is November 30. If you would like, you may send a gift directly to her.

We look forward to an opportunity to thank her on December 6, with a reception from 4:00-6:00 at the Diocesan Office. Please RSVP Kim LaNore at [email protected] or 214-826-8310 by November 30 if you are attending reception.

Gifts for the "Purse" are not tax deductible. We will present to Deacon Pam at her reception on December 6. If you have any questions please call, 214-826-8310.

Peace,

+George

Bishop of Dallas

Breakfast Casseroles needed for Food Pantry Outreach

Many thanks to those who faithfully make breakfast casseroles for our food pantry neighbors. This is an ongoing ministry! Please, click here, to go to signup genius to sign up to bring casseroles. Pans and recipe are in the foyer. For more information contact [email protected] .