Dear People of God,
For decades, St. John’s Cathedral has kicked off the fall season with a Sunday that we call Rally Day. We rally together as a community to recommit ourselves to the ministries of the church. It is a time of celebration, good food and lots of good company.
Rally Day will take place this Sunday, August 28, after the 8 and 10 a.m. services. The theme this year is Vital Signs of Faith, just like my new book! Each one of you will be given a small sheet of paper on which you can construct a Rule of Life. See a copy of the card below.
The Rule of Life is a concept created by St. Benedict in the fifth century. It basically means living intentionally. Someone who wants to follow Jesus can best do that by making a plan. How do you want to pray, how much and how often? How can you serve, give, work? This Rule of Life card contains a section for each of the four vital signs of the spiritual life: God, Give, Grow and Group.
As you walk through the Cathedral campus that morning, you will see our ministries divided into these four vital signs, so you can determine how you will be faithful in each area. You can find out about the ministries that speak to you and visit with those who are already involved.
This is a time for connections. The pandemic has left us isolated and a little lost. Come back. Come home and make some intentional steps towards taking care of spiritual life. I would love to see you there!
In Christ’s love,
Kate+
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“Grow” in Ingram Lounge:
Adult Formation
Children’s Formation
Youth Formation
Contemplative Yoga
Quiet Garden Mornings
Education for Ministry (EfM)
“Group” in Busey Room and Cathedral House Lobby
Art Class
Baking Class
Brotherhood of St. Andrews
Daughters of the King
Discipleship Groups
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“God” in the Nave:
Ushers
Sanctuary Guild
Acolytes
Eucharistic Ministers
Celebration Choir
Cathedral Choir
Livestream Ministry
Pastoral Care
Church w/out Walls
“Give” in Taliaferro Hall:
Angel Tree
Blessings in a Backpack
Family Promise
Green Spirits
HabiJax
Refugee Ministry
St. Mary’s Food Pantry
Blood Drives
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Sunday, August 28, 2022
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral
Preacher: The Very Reverend Kate Moorehead
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Cathedral*
Preacher: The Very Reverend Kate Moorehead
Offertory Anthem: Christ is cornerstone
Arr. Noel Rawsthorne
The Cathedral Choir
There is no Children’s Chapel during summer; children are welcome to pick up Worship Bags from the Narthex.
*This service is live-streamed on our website and
YouTube channel.
1 p.m. Church Without Walls
Dean’s Garden
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8:45 to 11:10 a.m. Hakimian Nursery Open
8:45 to Noon Cathedral Bookstore Open
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Basic A Class resumes September 3 |
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Basic A will not meet this week because of Rally Day. |
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If you have an upcoming surgery, medical need or crisis and would like prayer, the St. John’s Cathedral Pastoral Care team is available. 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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Book Launch Party September 1 |
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Join Dean Kate in launching her newest book, Vital Signs of Faith. The event will include book signing and refreshments.
September 1 | 5-6:30 p.m.
Cathedral Bookstore
Order your copy from the
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Men's Grill and Chill
Join the Brotherhood of St. Andrew as they test out their new grill.
September 1 | 7:30 p.m.
Burwell Court
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Sunday School News
Classes begin September 11
4-year-olds through 2nd grade will meet in the lower level of the Parish House beginning at 10:00 AM. Families are asked to bring young ones to the classroom before the service. They will be taken to the church at the Peace.
Third grade through fifth grade will gather in Cummings Chapel at 10:00 AM. Those who are serving as acolytes will go to Cummings after the opening procession. This class will join the service at the time of the Peace. Both classes will focus on the Gospel for the day.
The Hakimian Nursery will be open for the 10:00 service. The nursery provides a loving, safe environment for young ones (birth through 3 years) to play while families participate in worship. If you have any questions please contact Deacon Linda Rosengren at lrosengren@jaxcathedral.org.
Youth Formation begins September 11
Youth grades 6-12 can gather in the Undercroft Youth Room at 10 am.
Youth who are serving as acolytes can come down after the opening procession.
We will have fun and reflect on the day’s readings.
Youth will join the service and families before communion.
Youth Fall/Winter 2022 Happenings
Sept 11– Sunday Youth Formation Begins 10 a.m. Undercroft
Sept 11—Sept 11 Sister Cities Peace Concert 5 p.m. Cathedral Nave
Sept. 18– Pack Church w/out Walls Lunches 10 a.m. Undercroft
Oct. 2—Blessing of the Animals Family Service 9 a.m. Cathedral Park
Oct. 23– Pumpkin Carving Party 5 p.m. TBA
Nov. 4—Cardboard City for Family Promise 5:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. Lakewood UMC
Nov. 27– Advent Wreath Making TBA
Dec. 4—St Nicholas Family Service 9 a.m. Cathedral Park
Dec. 17—Christmas on Sykes Farm 6 p.m. Sykes Farm, St. Augustine
Call/Text 904-233-9583
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Peace Concert
The Jacksonville Sister Cities Association will present its annual Peace Concert commemorating September 11. This free musical event will feature children and adult choirs from throughout the city.
Reception follows in Taliaferro Hall.
September 11|5:00 p.m.
Cathedral Nave
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Growing Your Faith in a Tech World
Explore what it means to be faithful in the age of the Internet, smartphones, and subatomic particles with Dean Kate. Create your own rule of life and determine what God is asking of you as you come to understand the Scripture's relevance to our lives today.
Class begins Sunday, September 18
9 a.m. | Taliaferro
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Quiet Garden Morning Come to Your Senses
Explore the body's five senses – taste, touch, smell, sight, and sound – with the Rev. Dr. Linda Privitera. As we open ourselves to the presence of God in our bodies, we will discover that we are indeed wonderfully made.
Saturday, September 17
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cummings Chapel
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Special Edition: Van Gogh Art@Noon
The St John’s Cathedral Bookstore and Gift Shop is offering a special edition of their Zoom Art@Noon program. Grab some lunch and join us as we take a look at the life of Van Gogh and view and interact with his art. RSVP Cathedralbookstore@jaxcathedral.org FOR Zoom link.
September 22 | 12 p.m. | Zoom Meeting
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Color of Law: Art in Taliaferro Hall |
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The Color of Law exhibition that highlights the impact of redlining in communities of color in Jacksonville will be on display throughout the summer.
All pieces in the exhibition are for sale. Proceeds will go to the artist and the Cathedral Bookstore and Art Guild. The small wooden houses are each priced at $150/each and proceeds purchase a class for a first-time home buyer through Historic Eastside CDC. See the art and prices here. |
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Blessings in a Backpack Needs YOU
Our wonderful group of volunteers meets approximately every three weeks to pack the weekend nutrition kits. Each packing lasts approximately two hours. There are also plenty of opportunities to get involved with behind the scenes support outside of our packings. To join us, please contact Beth Kirwan (904) 703-9612, mkirwan88@gmail.com or Trish Roberts (904) 566-6660, patriciaproberts@gmail.com.
Who will feed the kids this weekend?
Together, we will!
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JASMYN Needs Hygiene Items |
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Your Outreach Council will be collecting hygiene items for JASMYN during the month of September. There is a very specific list of full-sized items needed:
· body wipes
· lip balm
· full-sized shampoo
· full-sized conditioner
· natural hair care for Black hair
· full-sized body wash
· deodorant
· toothbrushes
· toothpaste
· toothbrush covers
· dental floss
· lotion
· razors
· insect repellent
· sunscreen
Throughout the month of September, there will be a container outside of Ingram Lounge to collect these items. If you want to help transport items to JASMYN, please contact Lynn Doiron at lynnsdoiron@gmail.com or 904-703-0847 (call or text) For more information on JASMYN (Jacksonville Area Sexual Minority Youth Network), go to www.jasmyn.org.
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Sunday School Volunteers Needed |
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We are looking for adult leaders for the Sunday morning Youth Group. If you can dedicate one hour, at least one Sunday every month, please contact Megan Cochran.
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Special thanks to the Daughters of the King for our Sunday breakfast! |
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The first day of our new school year was a success! Lots of smiles, hugs and playing with their friends. There were a few tears from some littles (and mommies), and that’s ok! The children received lots of TLC and attention and will learn their routines and how much their teachers love them! It’s all day by day - and each day gets easier! The teachers were so excited to see their kiddos and you could feel the excitement We’re going to have a wonderful year growing and learning together! |
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Sunday, August 28
Lynn Doiron, Luke Whipple
Monday, August 29
Alison Corey, Bo Nussbaum, Steve Gahan
Tuesday, August 30
Rebecca Andrews, Daniel Irving
Flo Mason, Cindy Swinson
Jamari Wicker
Wednesday, August 31
Kenneth Brown, Patrick Kimball
Brenda McNeiland, Frances Poole
Spencer Winkler
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Thursday, September 1
Mike Ranne
Friday, September 2
Arversia Campbell, Jennifer Chitty
Aaron Gibson-Evans, Parker May
Saturday, September 3
John Caulfield, Peggy Cobb
Ellen Gurgone, Jan Roache
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