Sunday, November 10th, 2024

The Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

The Altar Flowers for today’s services are given to the glory of God

by Paula Gillies in celebration of 46 years of marriage

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

7:30AM in Emmanuel Chapel

Holy Eucharist, Rite II 

10:00AM in the Nave & Livestreamed

Holy Eucharist

5:15PM in Emmanuel Chapel

Welcome to the Cathedral Church of St. Luke



We are a community of faith with ancient worship and modern thought, catholic traditions and progressive theology. We proclaim a Biblical perspective for thinking people, a respect for reason, science, and a diversity of perspective. This empowers compassion and care for both the wider community and one another.

Our commitment to welcome and inclusion is central to our mission modeled on the Kingdom of God and proclaimed by Jesus Christ. 

Sunday Service Bulletins

7:30AM Bulletin

10:00AM Bulletin

Livestreaming

Service Participants

Preacher & Celebrant

The Reverend George Stevens, Interim Dean

Assisting

The Reverend Rebecca Grant, Deacon

Music Leader & Organist

Christian Clough, Canon for Liturgy & Music

Verger

Eleanor Roberts

Lector

James Hornor

Prayers Leader

Ruth Roemer

Ushers

Bob Parshley, Martha Parshley, Chester Bishop, Gail Swanton

Live Streaming

Jack Swanton, Sam Allen

Eucharistic Ministers

Philip Hamilton, Elizabeth Burger

The Healing Team

Peter Carleton, Sara Schmalz

Contributing Ministries

Acolytes, Vergers, The Flower Guild, The Altar Guild, The Kneeler Guild,

5:15PM Holy Eucharist

5:15 Service Bulletin

5:15 Hymns and Readings

Service Participants

Celebrant

The Reverend Thomas Mousin

Reflector

Stephanie Miller

First Reader

Timothy Davidson

Service Leader

Stacy Obenhaus

Music Leader

Dr. Hentus van Rooyen

HAPPENING TODAY

A Presentation on

Charles Fletcher Dole, Liberal Theology, and Reform

by Paul Burlin

Today

Upper Hall

11:30AM

Join us in the Upper Hall following the 10AM service, for a presentation by Paul T. Burlin, Professor Emeritus of History at the University of New England, and St. Luke's parishioner, on his recently published book titled Charles Fletcher Dole, Liberal Theology, and Reform.

Charles Dole, a long term Unitarian minister and Social Gospel advocate who lived from 1845 to 1927, was born in Maine into what he described as “an ultra-orthodox” Congregational family. As an adult he tacked off to the radical wing of Unitarianism. While his theological perspective was time-bound, Dole might well provide inspiration to any adult who struggled (or struggles) with the religious perspective of their upbringing.

To read this text and Paul's other books, please visit the link here.

UPCOMING

The Public Policy & Environmental Action Team

Next Meeting

November 12

6-7PM

Zoom

The St. Luke's Public Policy and Environmental Action Team will 

meet Tuesday November 12, from 6-7 PM. All are welcome!

Join us via Zoom 

For more information email Ruth Roemer.

St. Luke's To Host Service of Holy Eucharist

for Diocesan Convention

Saturday, November 16

11:30 AM

The cathedral will host a service of Holy Eucharist during the 205th Diocesan convention this coming Saturday, November 16th at 11:30AM.

All are welcome to attend!

The business portion will be available on the Diocesan youtube page. 

(9-11 a.m. and 2-4:30 p.m.)

Guests are welcome to register to attend in person ($25) using the same link or to watch on YouTube.

Eucharist (11:30 a.m.) will be available to be streamed on the cathedral's youtube page.

For more information about convention, visit the Diocesan webpage here.

Last chance—Choir for Diocesan Convention Eucharist

St. Luke’s Canon for Liturgy & Music, Christian M. Clough, and Hentus van Rooyen, Director of Music Ministries at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Cape Elizabeth, will lead a choir which will sing during Diocesan Convention Eucharist. All are invited!

Mandatory rehearsal Friday 15 November 7-9PM at the cathedral.

Singers are expected to learn their notes before arriving, as rehearsal time is limited!

Contact Christian Clough right away to receive the music.

Young and the Restless

Friendsgiving Gathering

Sunday, November 17

5:30PM

Lower Hall

Join Young and the Restless at 5:30PM on Sunday November 17 in the Lower Parish Hall for our annual Friendsgiving!

Rotisserie chicken, rolls, beverages, and paper goods will be provided. Please bring a veggie side dish and/or dessert to share.

With questions contact Phoebe Blume.

Episcopal Youth Service Corps Gathering

Sunday, November 24

11:30AM-2:30PM

Trinity Episcopal Church, Portland

The Next Episcopal Youth Service Corps (YSC) event will take place on Sunday, November 24th from 11:30 to 2:30 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church in Portland.

Here are details for you to share with adult and youth volunteers who are interested:

11:30 am - Meet at Trinity Episcopal Church, 580 Forest Ave. Portland

11:30 am - Pack food (dry goods) to supply boxes of meals to End Hunger New England, part of The Outreach Program

1:00 pm - Pizza with Youth Service Corps friends

1:30 pm - Community building games, tour of the church, planning for December's event

2:30 pm - Pick up from Trinity

If you have youth who are interested in attending, but you yourself are not able to join us, please have their families contact Amber Burks directly via email.

If you haven't already filled out a YSC Participation Form, please do so at your earliest convenience and email it to Amber.

The St. Luke's Altar Guild December Polishing Party

Saturday, December 14

10:00AM-12:00PM

The Upper Hall

The St. Luke’s Altar guild is having a silver and gold polishing party to get ready for the holidays!

Join us 10AM–12noon Saturday 14 December in the Upper Hall. 

Everyone is welcome! You don’t need to be part of the altar guild to participate.

Coffee and goodies will be provided. Contact Kate Leschey with any questions.

COMMUNITY NOTES

Transition Team Volunteer and Nomination Form Available

In the E-pistle on Thursday, October 24 the Rev. George Stevens discussed the parish-wide discussion with the Rev. Pamela Mott, and outlined the next steps in preparation to call new clergy leadership at the cathedral. In case you missed his reflection, you can read it here.

Next steps will entail populating four teams that will work to bring our next Dean to the Cathedral.

A form identifying the different teams and their job responsibilities will be available each entrance of the Nave on Sunday. It is also available by clicking the button below.

On the back of the form, please find a nomination form and guidelines for how to return it to the office by the deadline of Monday, November 18. 

Stewardship Campaign 2025

"Walk in Love"

Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children, and walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

-Ephesians 5: 1-2, NRSV

This year, our stewardship theme, 'Walk in Love' invites us to journey together in faith, unity, and purpose.

Inspired by Ephesians 5:1-2, we are called to imitate God's love in our lives and our community.

As we navigate our path forward, including our ongoing process of conflict transformation, walking in love reminds us that our faith journey is not solitary but shared.

It challenges us to align our actions with our values, to support one another in times of need, and to be open to the transformative power of God's love.

Through our stewardship, we have the opportunity to tangibly express this love - whether through our time, talents, or resources. 

As you reflect on the stewardship theme please use the following questions:

• What are examples of walking in love you have experienced at St. Luke’s?
• What ministry of our congregation is most hopeful or most exciting to you?
• When was a time that the community was there for you?
• How do you experience God’s abundance?



If you are interested in sharing your reflections with the wider congregation in the form of testimonial during an upcoming service, participating in a stewardship video, or sharing your thoughts in writing, please contact the parish office via email.

With any questions you may have please contact Stewardship Chair & Treasurer, Randi Hogan.

NOTES OF THANKS

Thank you to all the volunteers who contributed to yesterday’s

Holiday Open House and Bazaar

We are grateful for your efforts which contributed to the time of fellowship and community outreach as we welcome in the start to the holiday season. 

Thank you to all who participated

in last Sunday’s Fauré Requiem

We offer deep thanks for the moving music and liturgy, and for the efforts of the cathedral musicians who offered their talents, time, and musical gifts to present a deeply impactful experience for the wider community.

On behalf of the entire cathedral community, we thank you for all of your efforts.

OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES

The Healing Team

The Healing Team offers confidential prayers of healing, in All Saints Chapel (to the right of the communion rail), throughout communion until the end of the postlude.

The following team members will pray, with you, on the following Sundays:

November 10, 2024  Peter Carleton, Sara Schmalz

November 17, 2024  Gail Kesich, Mary Strnad

November 24, 2024  Elise Magnuson, Peter Carleton"

Soul Talk

Every Fourth Tuesday of the Month

10-11:30AM in the Oratory

Soul Talk is an informal coffee and discussion group exploring our faith and experience of God meeting on fourth Tuesdays, 10-11:30 in the Chapter Room.

Come once a month or once in a while!

If you’d like to receive materials prior to each month’s meeting contact Linda Carleton via email.

The Biblical Study Group

The Biblical Study Group meets in the Chapter Room at 8:30AM.

The topic for our sessions is the search for the one and only God, Elohim or Adonai, within ourselves.  

Join us for our study of the search of becoming “who we were meant to be.” 

We are led by Bob Hanson, retired university professor, Episcopal priest, author, peace activist, and Jungian analyst. With questions, contact Bob at (207)-245-2695. 

Sing With the Cathedral Choir

The Cathedral Choir is welcoming new members! We hope you’ll join us for fun, learning, fellowship, and the joy of music-making in community.

Previous singing experience is not required. Short-term commitments are possible.

Rehearsals most Thursdays 7-9PM, singing most Sunday 10AM liturgies & for several additional services throughout the year.

If you are interested in joining, please contact Christian Clough.

Sunday 5:15PM Service of Holy Eucharist

The 5:15PM Service is a lay-lead worship service of Holy Eucharist and meditation which gathers each Sunday in Emmanuel Chapel. Each week we welcome a member of the clergy to celebrate the Holy Eucharist.



The service invites all in attendance into a space of quiet and stillness, with music, scripture, and reflections.

We look forward to welcoming you to future services. Please join us!

The Kneeler Guild and

Prayer Shawl Knitters

Tuesday

2:30PM

The Upper Hall.

For additional information contact Jeri Edgar 207-303-8447 or Nancy Mawhinney 207-775-7500

Everyone is welcome, whether you are curious or want to begin. Kneeler kits cost $75, which include directions, yarn, needles & canvas. Novices are welcome; we will teach you as needed. Prayer Shawls: 26-29” by 60”; select your yarn & needles. Coffee & Tea available.

Contemplative Prayer

Contemplative prayer meets every Thursday at 4:30 PM on Zoom. 

Please join us for a half hour of silent meditation followed by a brief conversation about our experience. All are welcome. No experience is necessary.

For more information email Sarah Braik.

Weekly Ministries

• St. Elizabeth's Jubilee Center is offered every Tuesday from 8:30 am to 11 am.



• The Food Pantry is open from 8 am to 11 am every Thursday.

• The Tuesday 12:10 Eucharist is offered every week in Emmanuel Chapel in-person and on Zoom.

• Contemplative prayer meets each week on Zoom on Thursday at 4:30PM

• Noon Zoom meets on Thursday afternoons at 12:00PM on Zoom



• Compline is offered weekly on Friday from 8-8:30pm on Zoom.

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