The eEagle Newsletter

The eEagle

Dear Friends,

I want to urge all of you to pray for peace in this country as we approach the Inauguration on January 20^th. Let us remember who we are as followers of Christ and strive to respect the dignity of every human being. I have written a litany of prayers. Please join me in reading them once a day until the transition of government. We must hold fast to the peace that passes all understanding and try to model calm resolve during this time.

On Wednesday, January 20^th, the Cathedral will be open for pilgrims who want to pray in silence and light a candle from 10 a.m. until noon. All in the city are welcome to enter and pray.

May God bless you and stay safe.

In Christ’s love,

Kate+

Prayers for Inauguration

Inquirer's Series Starts this Sunday

Beginning this Sunday, January 17th, we will be offering an Inquirer's Class for people who are interested in why we do what we do in the Episcopal Church...how we read the Bible, what our prayer book is all about, our sacraments, spiritual growth and how to practice our faith in the world. If you are interested in being confirmed into the Episcopal Church, this class will be considered preparation for confirmation. And if you just want a refresher on what the Episcopal Church and St. John's Cathedral are all about and have to offer, this would be a great class for you.

Our Senior Associate the Rev. Dr. Bob Dannals and Owene Courtney, Director of Formation and Spirituality are going to teach the class. It will be offered by zoom on Sundays from 11:30 - 12:30 beginning on January 17th and ending on February 14th.

Below is a list of the various subjects for the classes.

1. What about the Bible, how do we read it?

2. What about The Book of Common Prayer and our Beliefs?

3. What about the Episcopal Church and the Sacraments — Who are we?

4. What about Spiritual Growth and Christian Disciplines, like Prayer?

5. What about Discipleship and Practicing My Faith in the World?

The zoom link is below and is also available on the Cathedral website, so you will be able to link in to join.

If you have any questions about the class or would like to add your name to the list, please contact Owene Courtney at owene_courtney@yahoo.com

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you on Sunday!

Join Zoom Meeting

Second Sunday After Epiphany

January 17, 2021

8 a.m. | Social Distance Holy Eucharist

Cathedral Nave*

9 a.m. | Faith Forum

Join Zoom Meeting

9 a.m. | Godly Play

SJC Parent's Facebook Group

9 a.m. | Outdoor Family Service

Episcopal School of Jacksonville*

10 a.m. | Social Distance Holy Eucharist Cathedral Nave*

10 a.m. | Virtual Worship | Watch Here

11:30 a.m. | Inquirer's Series

Join Zoom Meeting

*All in-person meetings held at the Cathedral require wearing a mask and following social distance procedures.

Note that any public location where people are present provides an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19. While we have taken great care to sanitize all surfaces and follow safety guidelines, we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit.

Click Here for the Cathedral Calendar

Click Here for a List of Classes and Offerings During the Week

Please drop off your donations now through Sunday, January 31.

A collection bin will be located in the cloister each Sunday and just outside Ingram during the week.

Drop Your Drawers!

Men's Underwear Drive for Sulzbacher Center

The Outreach Council is sponsoring an Underwear Drive for MEN’S NEW UNDERWEAR through January 31. The items contributed will be distributed to men at the Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless.

If you have any questions, please email or call me at (904) 382-8981.

This is a great socially distanced but intimate opportunity!

Blessings,

Brooks Moore

Outreach Council

Upcoming Events

2021 Annual Meeting Going Virtual

February 7 | 11 a.m.

Due to COVID-19 the annual parish meeting will be held virtually. We will meet via a program called Remo that will allow attendees to move freely between virtual tables to greet one another and discuss points raised during the presentation.

Voting for vestry representatives and convention delegates will occur the week prior with a link sent out via email to all eligible voters. All baptized members and confirmed communicants over the age of 16 are eligible to vote. To receive the email with the voting link you need to be sure that the email listed as your primary email address is correct in Realm. If you are unsure of you eligibility, or need help getting logged in to Realm, please contact Devanne Jones by January 21st.

Join Realm: Our Online Community

Have you logged in to Realm? Join us in our groups where you can participate in discussions, share pictures, and download your giving statements for your taxes!

Contact Devanne Jones for a Realm Invitation

Altar Flowers

To donate flowers for the altar, please contact Teresa Mason at teresamason@jdemeremasonlaw.com or at 904.545.7745.

Thank You for Your On-going Support

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Pledge for 2021

We are so grateful to all who have pledged so generously. Thank you! If you have not pledged, there is still time to do so. Send in your pledge card or pledge online today.