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January 17, 2016 • 10:30 am+ Holy Eucharist

Second Sunday after Epiphany

Welcomeu We are blessed to have you worship with us.u All ages are welcome, however, we do offer child care during the liturgy.u Please join us for refreshments immediately following the liturgy.

Hymn 543 O Zion, tune thy voice

• at the sound of the bells, all stand

Collect for the Second Sunday after Epiphany

The Word of God

Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever.

BCP • Book of Common PrayerS • Service music found at the front of the hymnalWLP • Wonder, Love and PraiseThe people’s responses are indicated in bold type.

worship, in the form of quiet meditation, begins with the prelude

Prelude Conditor alme siderum Richard Warner

Opening Acclamation

Song of Praise • S-223 The Third Song of Isaiah, Arise Shine for your light has come

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For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent,and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest,until her vindication shines out like the dawn,and her salvation like a burning torch.The nations shall see your vindication,and all the kings your glory;and you shall be called by a new namethat the mouth of the Lord will give.You shall be a crown of beauty in the hand of the Lord,and a royal diadem in the hand of your God.You shall no more be termed Forsaken,and your land shall no more be termed Desolate;but you shall be called My Delight Is in Her,and your land Married;for the Lord delights in you,and your land shall be married.For as a young man marries a young woman,so shall your builder marry you,and as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride,so shall your God rejoice over you.

First Lesson Isaiah 62:1-5

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

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Your love, O Lord, reaches to the /heavens, * and your faith/fulness to the clouds.Your righteousness is like the strong mountains, your justice like the great /deep; * you save both /man and beast, O Lord.How priceless is your /love, O God! * your people take refuge under the sha/dow of your wings.They feast upon the abundance of your /house; * you give them drink from the ri/ver of your delights.For with you is the /well of life, * and in your /light we see light.Continue your loving-kindness to those who /know you, * and your favor to those /who are true of heart.

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Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. You know that when you were pagans, you were enticed and led astray to idols that could not speak. Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking by the Spirit of God ever says “Let Jesus be cursed!” and no one can say “Jesus is Lord” except by the Holy Spirit. Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of

Second Lesson 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

them in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the discernment of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. All these are activated by one and the same Spirit, who allots to each one individually just as the Spirit chooses.

Alleluia Verse WLP 847 • sung by cantor, then all

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Nicene Creed • BCP 358 all stand

Sermon The Very Reverend Joan Pritcher

The Holy Gospel of our Lord, Jesus Christ, acording to John.Glory to you Lord Christ

Gospel John 2:1-11

On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what concern is that to you and to me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” Now standing there were six stone water jars for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. Jesus said to them, “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. He

said to them, “Now draw some out, and take it to the chief steward.” So they took it. When the steward tasted the water that had become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the steward called the bridegroom and said to him, “Everyone serves the good wine first, and then the inferior wine after the guests have become drunk. But you have kept the good wine until now.” Jesus did this, the first of his signs, in Cana of Galilee, and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him.

The Gospel of the Lord.Praise to you, Lord Christ.

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Prayers of the People

We pray for the world: for places torn by religious, political and cultural conflict, for all people haunted by environmental disease and violent weather. We pray for our leaders: for President Obama, Governors Bevin and Pence and for the mayors and councils of our towns and cities. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer.We pray for the Church: for the Episcopal Church in Cuba, and for Presiding Bishop Michael, Bishop Terry, our clergy and ministers. We pray for unity in finding new structures for our Church, may we always be reconciled to one another by the Gospel and deep forgiveness. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer.We pray for this neighborhood: for people and families living on the fringes, folks torn by physical and mental conflict, for people who have no place to call their own and for people oppressed by law and privilege. We pray for the people who work around us: in restaurants and hotels, in hospitals and art galleries; for those working in classrooms and offices, and those who keep our streets clean. We pray for people who work in the justice system and for the safety of people in jail. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer.We pray for our community which you have gathered for a journey: nurture our lives together, give us the wisdom and energy to be changed. Comfort and give strength to the people dear to us who need our prayers -- Carol Brown, Ginny Dozier, Michael Foster, Deacon Gary, Carol Kendall, Sue Radeker and Ginger Shackleton. Are there others for whom we should pray? . . . . . Grant to all of us the comfort of your presence in our lives. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer.Receive our thanksgivings: for families that support us, for relatives who challenge us and for friends who are reliable. We give thanks for the birthdays of Judy Donahue and Jennifer Bryant and the anniversary of Ben & Jennifer Bryant. Are there other thanksgivings? . . . . . Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

• the celebrant prays:Receive, Lord, our prayers that trusting in you all our days, we may know the fullness of your love and the power of the resurrection; thought Jesus Christ our Lord: Amen.

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The Peace • all greet one another in the name of the Lord The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.

Announcements

Confession and Absolution • BCP 360

O lux beatissima, Reple cordis intima Tuorum fidelium. Sine tuo numine, Nihil est in homine, Nihil est innoxium.

Holy CommunionOffertory Anthem O Lux Beatissima Howard Helvey

Presentation Hymn 7 Christ, whose glory fills the skies • all stand

O Light most blessed, Fill the inmost heart Of all thy faithful. Without your grace, There is nothing in us, Nothing that is not harmful.

The Great Thanksgiving

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Eucharistic Prayer B • BCP 367

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Sanctus WLP 858

• as the Eucharistic Prayer continues you may stand or kneel

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Memorial Acclamation • BCP 368• during the blessing of bread and wine the celebrant says:

Therefore, according to his command, O Father, We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;

The Great Amen• at the conclusion of the Great Thanksgiving all sing:

The Lord’s Prayer • BCP 364

The Breaking of the Bread

Fraction Anthem WLP 875

• the refrain is sung by the choir, then by all• all sing the refrain after each verse

The bread which we break, alleluia, is the communion of the body of Christ. refrain

One body are we, alleluia, for though many we share on bread. refrain

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Chant The Lord is my light Taizé

• any baptized person from any Christian tradition who wishes to encounter the Real Presence of the Risen Christ in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood is welcome to receive Holy Communion. If you wish to learn more about the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, please speak with a priest or deacon following the liturgy.• gluten free wafers are available; as you prepare to receive bread indicate your preference to the priest• if you would like to receive a blessing instead of Communion, please indicate this by crossing your arms over your chest

• families of choir members may receive the sacrament together at the beginning of the distribution of communion. You may simply join your family member in the line, receive, then return to your seat. Children of choristers may return to their seat or join their family for the remainder of the service in the chancel.

Communion Solo Come, my Way, my Truth, my life Ralph Vaughan Williams

Prayer after CommunionAlmighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom. And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

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The Cathedral Choir Laura Davis, soloist

Rob Beard, Faith Aeilts, Becky Norris, lectorsJohn Vickerstaff, Keith Stevenson, Marcia Wilmet, Helen Murray chalice bearers

Janelle Vickerstaff, Louise Isaacs, Manasses Fonteles, acolytesBill Shelton, altar guild

serving today . . .... as for me and my household,we willserve theLordJoshua 24:15

Postlude Wie schön leuchtet Mark Sedio

Concluding Hymn 497 How bright appears the morning star

Blessing

Dismissal Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Thanks be to God.

The worship is concluded. The SERVICE begins!

Friday, we celebrated the Feast Day of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; tomorrow is his national holiday; and today, we remember him in

worship. It seems appropriate to me that Dr. King’s day of commemoration would come at this time of year—for the season of Epiphany is a time to reflect upon God’s showing God-self: in the coming of the Magi to meet the Christ-child; in Christ’s Baptism; and in today’s gospel event, the Wedding at Cana, Christ’s first miracle. But God is manifested in our times too. God was clearly seen in the life of Martin Luther King, who worked tirelessly to advance the cause of freedom for all. And, more and more, his national day of remembrance is devoted to helping one another. Dr. King would have liked that—he had this to say about it: Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’ Look for a way to give back something tomorrow in honor of him. You might want to join us in working toward a strong peace either: tomorrow morning for Martin Luther King Day: The Power of Nonviolence, with Christopher 2X and Hood2Hood, at 10:30 in Bishops’ Hall (read more about that on page 4) or this afternoon for Islam 101, at 2:00 in Bishops’ Hall (read more about that on page 3).In the next 2-3 months, we will be talking about how we can serve our neighbors in Downtown Louisville during weekday worship, especially during Evening Prayer. We will be coordinating this exploratory conversation with the Urban Ministries Committee of the Diocese of Kentucky and local service agencies to find out how we can address needs that are not now being met. If you would like to be part of that conversation let me know and I’ll include you in the notifications.Mark on your calendar the date for our ANNUAL MEETING—Sunday, January 31. We are preparing ministry reports now—if you have a ministry that you would like to share with the congregation, please write about it. Submission deadline is Friday, January 22. Please submit it by email to: info@christchurchlouky.org. Read more about ANNUAL MEETING on page 7. I will be out of the office this week including next Sunday (January 24), but the Rev’d Frs. William Bippus and Edgar Wallace will be with you. Enjoy their ministry. In the meanwhile, call me if you have a pastoral emergency—the number is 502-632-3213.

I am glad that you are here.

Faithfully,

The Very Reverend Joan Pritcher Your Dean in the Interim The Second Sunday after the Epiphany

www.christchurchlouky.org

Cathedral Matters

January 17, 2016

Christ Church Episcopal Cathedral

My dear people of Christ Church Cathedral and our guests,

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Midday Mass Pick a day to come pray with us. Commemorations for the week of January 18:

Monday – The Confession of St. Peter the ApostleTuesday – Wolfstan, Bishop of Worcester, 1095Wednesday – Fabian, Bishop and Martyr; Celebrant is the Rev’d Pr Austin NewberryThursday –Agnes, Martyr of Rome, 304; Celebrant is a member of the Bishop’s StaffFriday –Vincent, Deacon and MartyrJoin us at Midday Worship to help celebrate your birthday, your anniversary, or to keep any day of special observance. And be sure to thank your chapel leaders who serve the midday service: Dorothy Converse, Monday; Foster Beeuwkes, Tuesday; Aaron Angel, Wednesday; Page Curry & Terry Laun, Thursday; Mildred Payne, Friday

New or Updated This Week — Midday Mass updates Evening Prayer Evening Prayer Conversation Lent, Holy Week and Easter Services

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Evening PrayerMonday - Friday, 6 p.m. in the Chapel. No Evening Prayer on Thursday this week.Be part of a work that we can all do—gather with us as we pray along with other Christians worldwide. Thank your Evening Prayer Officiants: Paul Real, Rite II Evening Prayer, Monday; Mildred Payne, Rite II Evening Prayer, Tuesday; Aaron Angel, Rite II Evensong, Wednesday; Keith Stevenson, Rite I Evening Prayer, Thursday; Carolyn van Zant, Rite II, Evening Prayer, Friday.

Our Nave You might notice that the altar has been moved closer to you in the Nave. This is not a new configuration, but it is a shift from the most recent years—and something that we have been experimenting with since summer. Our children now have a ‘front-row-seat’ to the action that, we believe, is empowering to their faith. Note also that when we speak the Nicene Creed or walk through the space, we face or reverence an altar that is now even more in our midst. The intention in all of this is to make the Eucharist more central in our focus and in worship. It is something that we and the Bishop have been working with since last year this time. We believe we have an arrangement that will work for us for the foreseeable future. I am interested in how you are experiencing them—let me know what you think..

Evening Prayer ConversationFor the next few months, we are looking for ways to make Evening Prayer more accessible to our neighbors—and more responsive to needs that they might bring to us. If you would like to be part of this discussion, let me know. We will report our progress.

Lenten, Holy Week and Easter Day Service ScheduleAsh Wednesday: Feb. 10, at Noon and 7 pmPalm Sunday: March 20, at 8:30 and 10:30Maundy Thursday: March 24, at 7 pm.Good Friday: March 25, at Noon and 7 pmEaster Vigil: March 26, at 7:30 pmEaster Day: March 27, at 8:30 and 10:30

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Islam 101 Sunday, January 17, 2016, 2 to 4 pm in Bishops’ Hall. $15. Since September 11th, 2001, suspicion of all Muslim people, disrespect of Mosques and the sacred scripture of Qur’an has grown exponentially in the US and in Kentucky. Hate crimes are at a new high. You are invited to become a peacemaker by attending this two hour course taught by Haleh Karimi, Executive Director of Interfaith Paths to Peace, to learn more about the tradition that has the same root teachings as Christianity and Judaism. The course will cover an overview of Islam, terminology, history, major teachings, sects within religion, rituals, its relations with other Abrahamic faiths and cultures, as well as the role of women in Islam. This is a well-rounded introductory class for those that want to learn about Islam and its way of life and practice—and will clear up misinformation abut the world’s second largest religion

Weekday Bible StudyEvery Tuesday, 5:15 p.m. in Bishops’ Hall. At Bible Study, we pray, reflect upon the preceding Sunday’s sermon, and study the Gospel passage for the following Sunday. Text for January 19 is: Luke 4.14-21.

Sunday Bible Study Every Sunday, 9:15 a.m. in the libraryTom Peters leads a group in reading and studying through the Bible. The group has worked its way to the Gospel of Luke. You are invited to join the group at any time.

Children’s Sunday SchoolThis exciting children’s ministry include a clergy, chapter, parent and parishioner-led Montessori-based curriculum. Special thanks to Dorothy Converse, Hollis Real, Chase Durnil, Katie Grace Gilliam, Hunter Gilliam, Lauren Radeker, Amelia Vickerstaff, Janelle Vickerstaff, and Dr. Mike Foster. Contact Dean Pritcher if you would like to help with class preparation.

Next Community Breakfast February 7 The next Community Breakfast will be Sunday, February 7, 8:45 – 9:30 a.m., in Bishops’ Hall. Serving our friends, neighbors, and fellow parishioners is one of the most rewarding ministries at Christ Church Cathedral, and you should be involved. In addition to serving breakfast, personal care and food items are always accepted for the food pantry and Central Louisville Community Ministry. Contact Randy Peters for more information.

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Dean’s Forum follows 10:30 a.m. worshipDean’s Forum continues its study of devotional classics. It meets around 11:45 or 12—after Coffee Hour, at the ringing of the bell. Today’s study is of Jean Pierre de Caussade

we studyNew or Updated This Week — Weekday Bible study Confirmation/Baptism Preparation Islam 101

New or Updated This Week — DEO Laundry Love Annual Street Count Martin Luther King Day at the Cathedral

Confirmation / Baptism PreparationIf you are interested in being Confirmed or Baptized at the Easter Vigil, March 26, let us know so that we can make plans for preparation. You may email your intention to the office: office@christchurchlouky.org

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of Kentucky—thanks to Canon Jason Lewis, Deacon Dru Kemp and other members of the Laundry Love team—including the cathedral’s own, Dorothy Converse, Mike Dariff and Mildred Payne. Each month, the response has grown—you can take heart in knowing that we are part of a ministry that is meeting a deep need in the community. Laundry Love happens every 3rd Thursday, 5:30-8 p.m. at Aunt Bee’s Laundromat, 2nd and Ormsby. Plan to be part of the team—the cathedral will sponsor the next event, Thursday, January 21. We are also helping to fund Laundry Love through your contributions to DEO (Downtown Episcopal Outreach). This project has been underwritten, so your participation will not require money—just your presence. Let Mike DaRiff or Dorothy Converser know if you’re interested in helping.

Laundry Love—a Diocesan Urban Ministry InitiativeLaundry Love Love provides assistance to individuals and families that do not have washers/driers or cannot afford to add expensive laundry costs to their budget. It has been a help to another Cathedral outreach ministry—Central Louisville Community Ministry (formerly HELP ministry). This ministry continues to be a success in the Diocese

Annual Street CountEach January, the Coalition for the Homeless conducts a Street Count to verify the number of people sleeping outdoors in our city. The 2016 Street Count will be held on Thursday, January 28, from 4-6am (meeting first at Hotel Louisville and again afterwards for a warm breakfast) and the mandatory training session is the day prior, Wednesday, January 27, from 6-7pm (also at Hotel Louisville). (See more info here: http://louhomeless.org/?p=3792.) New this year: we have gone to an online form only for volunteer sign-ups. To sign up go to: http://louhomeless.org/?p=3792

Martin Luther King Day: The Power of Nonviolence with Christopher 2X and Hood2Hood History proves over and over that violence breeds more violence. Victims are traumatized by brutality - as are perpetrators, and the cycle is uninterrupted. Join us and celebrate Martin Luther King’s birthday by listening to excerpts from “The Power of Nonviolence” by award-winning radio documentary producer David Freudberg, followed by a discussion led by our local peace activist Christopher 2X with youth victims from Hood2Hood movement. The focus will be on the meaning of the Charleston, South Carolina shootings, Hood2Hood creation, and the significance of the families’ forgiveness of the shooter. Monday, January 18, 10:30 to 11:30 am here at the Cathedral. Free and open to everyone. CLOUT (Citizens of Louisville Organized

and United Together)CLOUT is an organization of 18 religious congregations and groups of over 12,000 members working together to solve critical community problems by holding systems accountable. The vision is based on scripture—particularly Micah 6:8 and Matthew 23:23-24, which state that God requires us to do three basic things: “do justice, love kindness (mercy), and walk humbly with God (faithfulness).” Recent, successful CLOUT projects have included: the development of a plan for community-oriented policing in the Louisville Police Department, a built-in drug and alcohol treatment program in the Louisville Metro jail, and the enrollment of over 60,0000 additional uninsured children in the KCHIP (KY Child Health Insurance Program). Current projects are: the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Pay Day loaning, JCPS disciplinary policies which contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline, and increasing TARC bus service to underserved areas. The next CLOUT event is an area-wide Bible Study, on Tuesday, January 19, 6:00-8:30. Place is still to be determined. We will announce that detail when we have it.

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New or Updated This Week — Coffee hour hosts Our seminarian, Manasses Fonteles

Coffee Hour hostsToday’s Coffee Hour hosts are Becky Norris and Cynthy Fanning. Be sure to thank them for their hospitality.

Downtown Episcopal Outreach (DEO) DEO addresses gap needs that arise in service agencies throughout central Louisville. Using the Dean’s Discretionary Fund, and working with outreach partners including Central Louisville Community Ministries, Our Merciful Savior Episcopal Church and St. George’s Episcopal Church, we help with expenses such as ID application fees, prescription drugs, utilities, and some transportation costs. DEO contributes to the cost of Laundry Love and also covers the costs of the Lunch Bag program that Paul Real and his crew administer. The Lunch Bag program has given out more than 950 Lunch Bags this year. You can help by contributing to the Dean’s Discretionary Fund, and by putting coins and bills in the DEO Piggy Bank.

Our Seminarian, Manasses FontelesManasses was born in Fortaleza, Brazil but has lived in the United States for over 25 years. He is a 3rd year M.Div. student at Louisville Presbyterian Seminary. Manasses joined the Episcopal Church while attending seminary in France in 2014. Currently, Manasses is facilitating the Book Study on Gun Violence,; participating in CLOUT, Tuesday Bible Study, Sunday Bible Study and Dean’s Forum; and serving in worship. Continue to pray for Manasses as he continues his season of discernment and formation—and thank you for being part of that process.

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Syrian Family UpdateAs we pray for refugees worldwide in these unsettling times, we pray also the Syrian family that our own Christ Church Cathedral Refugee Team helped to resettle in Louisville in late October. Page Curry and her team worked with Kentucky Refugee Ministry to welcome a Syrian family of 2 parents, 3 sons (aged 21, 19 and 7) and a daughter (aged 14). The initial work of finding an apartment, then cleaning and furnishing it with furniture and food has been completed. The on-going goal is to help them to become more independent and self-sustaining. Pray for their progress and give thanks for their safety.

Pastoral CareWhen there are pastoral concerns about members of our congregation, and with the concurrence of the person or people concerned, Randy Peters sends an e-mail to a list of people who have indicated that want to know about these concerns. If you want to be included in that distribution list, please let Randy know, either in person or by e-mail, rpeters421@yahoo.com.

Gay Men’s Supper ClubThe Cathedral’s Gay Men’s Supper Club meets each month for conversation and supper. Contact Bill Shelton, woshelton@gmail.com, or call 897-3079.

Men’s Lunch GroupCathedral men meet for lunch and conversation on the first Wednesday of each month. For information call Mike Wright, 396-6242. All Cathedral men are welcome.

Women’s Lunch BunchCathedral women meet for fellowship and lunch on the third Thursday of each month. For more information, or to make a reservation, e-mail lunchbunchlady@yahoo.com, or call Mildred Franks, 893-3815.

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New or Updated This Week — Office Volunteers Annual Meeting Stewardship Notes

Office VolunteersThank you to the office volunteers for this past week: Randy Peters, Page Curry aand Jane Halliday. If you would like to volunteer some time in the office contact Frazier Marsh.

Membership in the Episcopal ChurchIf you are currently not an Episcopalian, but would like to be, talk to Dean Pritcher. She will arrange for an Inquirer’s Class and baptism and/or confirmation, and answer any other questions about membership at the Cathedral. Episcopal Church Membership is automatic in the parish at which you were baptized or confirmed, and you can easily move your membership when you relocate. If you would like to move your membership to the Cathedral, call the parish office, or leave your request with Dean Pritcher. The Cathedral will contact your former parish and make the necessary changes. You make the request, and the Cathedral will handle the paperwork.

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Sacred Conversation ReportHere is the product of our 3-part Sacred Conversation: a Mission and Vision for Christ Church Cathedral—plus Strategy Filters to help keep them on track:

MISSION describes what God is calling a congregation to do at a moment in time. Our Christ Church Cathedral Mission is:

• to seek Christ in all persons and be a welcoming community• to serve in the name of Christ.• to worship• to provide opportunities for Christian Formation and discipleship

VISION is a hopeful picture of future that describes what the congregation and world will look like when your mission has been accomplished. Our Vision is:

Christ Church Cathedral is a city-center faith community engaged in worship, in nurturing one another, in sharing resources and selves—with one another and with neighbors. It aims to be more visible in Louisville to grow stronger, and to be more central to the work of the diocese.

STRATEGY FILTERS are questions we can ask in reference to a new ministry initiative—that can help us to keep our mission on track. For example:

• Does this ministry further our mission and vision (keeping in mind that mission and vision evolves)?• Is there a need for this ministry?• Is it unique or does it duplicate others’ work (in our congregation or outside it)? • If there is another ministry already in place,can we partner with that ministry?• Is it financially sustainable through current budget, potential gifts or fees? Are there grants available?• Is it consistent with our identity? Does it expand it?

• Do we have the internal capacity to begin and sustain this initiative (including is there a recipient of the ministry?)? • If the project fails, what then?• Will it develop discipleship for our congregation?• Have we prayed about it?• Might it meet needs of individuals or families in the congregation?• Is there time built in for evaluation of the ministry?

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Stewardship Notes—Updated

“Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Creator, who created all the lights in the heavens. God never changes or casts a shifting shadow” James 1:17

Throughout the Bible, we are reminded that God is a giver of all good things. God gives us life and “this fragile earth, our island home”. Our entire life is a reflection of God’s abundance.

Your on-going support of the cathedral inspires me and I’m deeply grateful. Thank you for your generosity. It enables our ministries and furthers our mission. Each week, we are nurtured in word and sacrament. Empowered by the Spirit, we can then go into the world to care for those who are ill or hurting, and welcome all those searching for a connection to God and community.

My prayer during this season of stewardship is that God as Giver will awaken a new sense of abundance in all of us and an increased commitment to living generously. Prayerfully consider and register your intention to give to God through ministry at Christ Church Cathedral in 2016—you can find a Pledge Card in the pocket of the chair in front of you, at the entrances, or at the office credenza.

Thus far, we have received 81 pledges for the amount of $281,365.04. 8 of these are new pledges; 35 reflect an increase; 6, a decrease; 31 no change. Thank you!

Generous God, in our love, teach us to be your hearts and hands in this world. Help us to feel your presence, to know your love, and to be your stewards in this world. We offer all of this up in the name of the Holy Trinity, one God. Amen.

Office HoursThe Cathedral Office hours are Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. If you have a pastoral care need and cannot get through, the pastoral care line is always open. The number is: 502-632-3213.

Staff Christmas GiftOur Staff—Canon Musician Robert Bozeman, Parish Administrator Frazier Marsh, and Sacristan Tom Thill serve us and God daily. We often express our appreciation for their work. If you would like to be part of a more concrete expression, one way is to contribute to the Staff Christmas Offering. Write your check to Christ Church Cathedral, with the memo: Staff Christmas Gift.

Annual Meeting, 2016Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, Jan. 31, following 10:30 worship. We are preparing the Ministry Reports for the Annual Meeting materials and we don’t want to leave anything out. Please let us know what you have done this year so we can include it in the Ministry Reports. We will need them by Wednesday, January 20. We will have a lunch of sandwiches and soup—let us know if you can offer a dish for lunch.

Chapter 2016During November we received nominations for fourNovember we received nominations for five open positions on Chapter (the fifth open position is for a diocesan representative and will be resolved at Diocesan Convention next week). The Nomination Committee: Tom Peters, Bill Shelton, Susan Torok, Diane Watts-Roy and John Werst - will finalize the slate of six by mid January. Nominee names and vita will be published soon so that you can prayerfully consider your vote for Chapter 2016 at Annual Meeting, Sunday, January 31, following 10:30 worship.

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Why do we pray, study, work, listen and build?Benedict, the father of Benedictine spirituality, suggested that our life is best balanced between prayer, study, and work. We have taken that challenge as the basis of our common life together at Christ Church Cathedral: We pray (worship and the arts). We study (spiritual formation). We work (service to others). In addition, we know that we are sustained by our life together, and that works best when we listen to one another. We also aim to build and maintain a structure that will support all of our ministry efforts. And so: We listen (cathedral life and fellowship), We build (administration).In Cathedral Matters, you will find information about ministry opportunities at the Cathedral which fit into all five of these areas. Under each of the five main categories you will see what is new to the listing for this week. You will notice that some paragraphs repeat weekly, so that our guests won’t miss any news. You are urged to take your Cathedral Matters home with you so that you will have it for ready reference. Now, read about our ministry, think about how you would like to be involved...and jump right in!

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Sunday January 17• 8:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I in the Chapel• 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study• 9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School• 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II in the Cathedral• 11:45 a.m. Dean’s Forum• 2 p.m. Islam 101 - Bishops’ Hall

Monday January 18• Cathedral Office Closed• 10:30 a.m. Martin Luther King Memorial - Bishops’ Hall• Noon Eucharist in the Chapel• 6 p.m. Evening Prayer in the Chapel

Tuesday January 19• Office Hours 10 a.m.—1 p.m.• Noon Eucharist in the Chapel• 5:15 p.m. Bible Study• 6 p.m. Evening Prayer in the Chapel

Wednesday January 20• Office Hours 10 a.m.—1 p.m.• Noon Eucharist in the Chapel• 12:10 p.m. Meditation in Bishop’s Hall (Sponsored by IFPP)• 6 p.m. Evensong in the Chapel• 6:30 p.m. Choir Rehersal

Thursday January 21• Office Hours 10 a.m.—1 p.m.• Noon Eucharist in the Chapel• 6 p.m. Evening Prayer in the Chapel• 6:30 p.m. Chapter meeting

Friday January 22• Office Hours 10 a.m.—1 p.m.• Noon Eucharist in the Chapel• 5 p.m. Cooper Memorial in the Garden• 6 p.m. Evening Prayer in the Chapel

Saturday January 23• Cathedral closed

Sunday January 24• 8:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I in the Chapel• 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study• 9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School• 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II in the Cathedral• 11:45 a.m. Dean’s Forum

. . . for those serving in the armed forces or recovering from the wounds of warCera Benbow, Nicholas James, Chris Jones, Mark Jones, Michael Lathon, David McGrath, Keith Morrisson, Chris Nobles, Sidnie Smith, John Taylor

. . . for those celebrating birthdaysJudy Donahue, Jennifer Bryant

. . . for those celebrating anniversariesBen & Jennifer Bryant

We Pray . . .

. . . in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, for the Episcopal Church in Cuba

Prayer is at the heart of Christian community. We use this space to bring before God and the community the needs of those we love. Please submit prayer requests for yourself and others to the church office: info@christchurchlouky.org. We will include those names here so that the community may join you in prayer.

. . . for family and friends of Cathedral members requested byHal Gober

Ken Thompson, Frank TurnerEd Harrel

Janet Shedd & family, Stephen Vanover & familyBrian Coahran, Joe Collings, John Vessels

Kelly Brown, Brenda Lewis, Walter Longacre, Bud Mease, Mike Streuwing

Dana LutzMargaret Swords

Carol, Christina, JohnNancy Tucker, Bertha Winemiller

Carey Duval, Maggie Foster, Rachel Mara, Tara MoriartyCarl Horton, Don Grube, Judy Horton, Phillip KoloffSue Law, Missy Mattingly, Jim Porter, Sharon Turner

Louis Besten, Tim Catron, Forrest Cook, Mike KimeryGene Lichtefeld, Gibbs ReeseAlex Rohleder, Derek Sprigler

Ryan Stellingwerf, Judy Vance, Anne VenoJustin Gallahar

Vern GuillenGretchen Clark, Cleve Iler, Jenna Maddox, Bill Turner, Kristina, Lena, Lynn

Janet Smith & familyEric ZoerbArt Embry

Mano Barati, Christy & Richard WestDavid Ellis

Marsha ClineBilly Steiner

Stuart Cornelius, Natalie Fleathers, Patricia MarcumMrs. Cantrell, Bridget Puzon

Bevin, Carey, Chace, Chancey, Piper, Grace FlintGreg, Ben Parker, Trish Roberts

Tammie PughJoe Dale Ward

Cynthia CarlsonChaurice Weathers, Steve Whelan

Ken TschieggJared Stiver

Robert BozemanJerry BrownCarol BrownMelinda CollettJim CollingsDorothy Converse

Page CurryMike DaRifJudy DonahueTara DurnilMike FosterBobbie Fritton

Vance Fritton

Leanne GarbarowRob GuillenPaula HaleChris HartSissy LanierTerry LaunJan MargerumJerry MarshChris and Amy MeeceHelen MurrayMildred PayneRandy PetersDean PritcherScott RadekerHollis RealPaul RealSidnie SmithJim SnyderJerry TschieggKay Shields Wilkinson

. . . for Cathedral members in need of healingCarol Brown, Ginny Dozier, Michael Foster, Deacon Gary, Carol Kendall, Sue Radeker, Ginger Shackleton

Christ Church Cathedral

The Rt. Rev. Terry Allen White, BishopThe Very Rev. Joan Pritcher, Dean in the InterimThe Rev. Dr. Eva Markham, DeaconThe Rev. Gary England, DeaconCanon Dr. Robert L. Bozeman, Cathedral Musician Liaison for Children, Youth, and FamiliesFrazier Marsh, Interim Office ManagerThomas Thill, Sacristan

421 South Second Street, Louisville, KY 40202502-587-1354www.christchurchlouky.orginfo@christchurchlouky.org

Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky