Bring a Friend to Church this Christmas Eve |
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Dear People of God,
Christmas is an incredible time to invite someone to church. Do you know someone who is lonely, someone who is searching for meaning or for the connections that come from community? Jesus asks each one of us to tell the world about what he called the good news. This may be just the right time to extend that invitation and the hope of the gospel.
So many people want to be part of that joyful and mysterious spirit that surrounds this holiday. They are open to considering a new thing. Why not just ask, “Would you like to come to church with me?” And if they agree, then sit with them. Tell them how you came to St. John's Cathedral.
And if you see someone unfamiliar on Christmas Eve, please reach out and introduce yourself. Some people wander into church, not even knowing what they seek. Your kind words could make all the difference.
Remember, people of God, that you don’t just come to church to worship but also to minister to those in need. You are the Church. Together, let’s welcome people into our worship.
With love in Christ,
Kate+
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Greening the Cathedral
Tomorrow Morning
Friday, December 23 | 9 a.m.
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All are welcome. Many hands make light work...and the result is so glorious! |
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Worship Services Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Saturday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
2 p.m. Children's Eucharist and Pageant
Meet in the Cathedral Nave at 1:30 p.m. to get a costume.
No rehearsals are needed. All are welcome to participate.
4 p.m. Christmas Eucharist
Prelude by Streams of Sound, handpan musicians
6 & 11 p.m. Candlelight Eucharist
Cathedral Choir with timpani and brass.
The 6 p.m. service will be live streamed.
Incense will be used at the 11 p.m. service.
Sunday, December 25 - Christmas Day
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist
with Cathedral Choir
The Cooking/Baking Ministry at St. John's Cathedral is hosting an extra-special coffee hour on Christmas morning. Plan to stay after the service to enjoy some delicious breakfast casseroles and holiday-themed cheesecakes.
We will not hold formation classes online or in-person for adults or children on Christmas Day. Formation for all ages will resume January 8, 2023.
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A New Year's Eve tradition at St. John's Cathedral, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols has been voted one of the top things to do on New Year's Eve in Jacksonville. We agree that it is an excellent way to start the last evening of the year! While the specific carols sung during the service change from year to year, we follow the example of the service at King’s College and always begin with “Once in Royal David’s City” and end with “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.”
A reception will follow in Taliaferro Hall.
Saturday, December 31 | 5 p.m. | Cathedral Nave
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New Year's Day Potluck
Sunday, January 1 | 11 a.m. | Taliaferro Hall
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Let's welcome the new year on Sunday, January 1 with a New Year's Day potluck lunch. The church will provide ham. Please bring a traditional side (black-eyed peas, cornbread, collard greens, anyone?) or a dessert to complete our New Year’s meal. Happy New Year! |
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Contemplative Epiphany Eucharist
Sunday, January 8 | 5 p.m. | Cathedral
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We will celebrate the Epiphany contemplative evening prayer service in the Cathedral Nave. All are welcome. |
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Quiet Garden Morning:
Who is my neighbor?
Saturday, January 14 | 9 to 11 a.m.
Cummings Chapel & Cathedral Grounds
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In the season of Epiphany, when the Holy is manifest in many showings, we will examine the question posed to Jesus, "who is my neighbor?" Participants are encouraged to stay for the Martin Luther King Brunch immediately following. Both events are free, but registration is required for brunch (see the instructions below).
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Martin Luther King Day Brunch
Saturday, January 14
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Taliaferro Hall
Sponsored by the Sidney B. Parker Chapter of the UBE
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Join us for a Martin Luther King Day Brunch with the Sidney B. Parker Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE). Facing Our Fears and Capturing Our Dreams is the theme. The keynote speaker is Dr. Geraldine Baker.
The event is free, but a reservation is required. Please call (904) 354-1053 to reserve your seat by January 6, 2023. Donations will be accepted at the door.
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Save the Date:
Saturday, January 21
Explore Hogans Creek with Groundwork Jax
9:30 a.m. to Noon
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Kay Ehas, CEO of Groundwork Jacksonville, the City of Jacksonville’s nonprofit partner in creating the 30-mile Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek, will talk to us about the current status of the restoration effort. We will walk from St. John's Cathedral to Hogans Creek to get a first-hand look at the creek's current condition. We will begin the morning in Cummings Chapel.
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Check the new calendar out! Let us know how you like it! |
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We had such a lovely evening with the Jacksonville Gospel Chorale as they presented "Born to Die" a Gospel Christmas Cantata. We’re so grateful to be able to host so many wonderful events at St. John’s!! |
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Sunday, December 25
Pixianne Beasley
Monday, December 26
Paul Ferber, Nancy Studstill
Thursday, December 29
Ivette Blanco, Jane Still
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Friday, December 30
Alice Gillis, Sally Kelly, Clint Weinberg
Saturday, December 31
Tom Petway, Herber Weller
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As a Christian community, we want to support you in every way possible. Our clergy and lay ministers visit hospitals, bless babies born and those that are dying, counsel the sick, and offer comfort in any way that we can. Please let us know what you need and how we can pray for you. Call the Church Office anytime (904) 356-5507 and ask for Pastoral Care. If you are calling after hours, just press 4, and your call will be routed to a member of the clergy. |
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Wishing All a Merry Christmas! |
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