The Chimes The Newsletter of St. Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral

Boise, Idaho 83702 208-342-5601

March 2017

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN AND WARDENS In Solidarity

In light of recent bomb threats to Jewish community centers, Hebrew schools, and synagogues, and vandalism of Jewish headstones across the United States, the following letter was sent to Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel voicing the support, concern, and solidarity of our congregation: February 27, 2017

Dear Members of Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel,

It is with sadness and distress that we’ve learned of the recent rash of vandalism and threats to synagogues and

Jewish community centers across the United States. We are writing to express our absolute solidarity with, as well

as support of your congregation, and all members of the Jewish community.

The people of St. Michael’s Cathedral and Ahavath Beth Israel have enjoyed a rich relationship for more than one

hundred years in Boise. As Christians and Jews we share many similar values, perhaps none more important than

the issues of religious freedom and justice for all people.

We wish to reaffirm to you the support and friendship that has been a hallmark of our historic relationship. Indeed,

perhaps more than any time in the recent past, we understand how important it is for all people of authentic faith

and good will to speak, with one voice, against those who seek to cause harm, regardless how we express our faith.

We are pleased that no harm has actually come to you, our respected neighbors. During this time of anxiety and

fear however, we hope you will feel free to call upon us for friendship and support.

It is in times like these that we know the importance of declaring that when one of us is hurt or threatened, all of us

experience that hurt or threat together.

Please be assured that this comes with our compassion, concern, and solidarity.

Faithfully,

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THE CHIMES IS PUBLISHED ONCE MONTHLY: Volume 47, March 15, 2017

The Chimes (USPS 919-180) is published monthly free of charge by St. Michael's Episcopal Cathedral, 518 N. 8th, Boise, ID 83702.

Periodical postage paid at Boise, ID. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Chimes, 518 N. 8th Street, Boise, ID 83702 Richard A. Demarest, Cathedral Dean–Editor

If you would like information published in the April newsletter, contact programs@stmichaelscathedral.org or 208-342-5601 x217 before April 1.

Milestones / Events / News, page 2

Children’s Formation, page 3

Youth News, page 3

Cathedral Night / Events / Classes, page 4

Holy Week Schedule, page 5

Thrift Shop / News / Events, page 6

Classes/ News, pages 7

Events / News, page 8

Calendar / Events, page 9

IN THIS ISSUE...

PASTORAL CARE AT

ST. MICHAEL’S Care for one another is at the heart of our ministry at St. Michael’s Cathedral. Pastoral support is offered by

members of the clergy and by our Pastoral Care Team of lay volunteers.

We are here for you. Call 342-5601 or

email office@stmichaelscathedral.org

Milestones

We give thanks for the lives of: + Maxine Burke Wilhoit, who died February 12th, mother of Linda Gibbs. + Rod Gere, who died February 23rd, husband of

Michelle, father of Will and Madeline. + June Paskett Rasmussen, who died March 2nd, mother of Ted Hutchison. + Eldo “Tiny” Gallagher who died February 22nd, brother of Father Elvin “Big” Gallagher.

We rejoice in the baptisms on February 26 of:

+ Lisa Marie Martin – daughter of Daniel and Julie Verrinder

+ Alette Margaux Stoffers – daughter of Kevin and Marissa Stoffers

+ Sylvie Caroline Lorenz -- daughter of John and

Kathleen Lorenz

Start your day out right during Lent! Early Morning Prayer - 8 AM

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Fridays during Lent

March 3 - April 7th In the Resurrection Chapel

LENTEN LUNCHEONS! Every Friday during Lent

March 3rd - April 7th

11 AM - 1 PM

Enjoy a warm bowl of homemade soup, great salads and bread.

And don’t forget the pie!

Lunch $8.00 Homemade Pie $3.00

"Blessed are they that mourn" A care and comfort group with Rev. Margaret Kurtz

March 21st at 11 AM

Funsten Library Will be held every two weeks

Next Date For Holy Baptism: Saturday, April 15th, 7 PM during the Great Easter Vigil

Holy Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body, the Church. It is a public statement of one’s intentional decision to follow the way of Jesus. At St. Michael’s Cathedral baptisms are scheduled four times each year at our regular Saturday or Sunday services. The Episcopal Church encourages us to hold baptisms on four major feasts when they are most appropriate. These feasts are All Saint’s, Baptism of Our Lord, Easter Vigil, and Pentecost. Call Cathedral Administrator Debbi Mills-Havey at 342-5601 for additional information.

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CHILDREN’S FORMATION

Come to the St. Michael’s Children’s Book Fair! Attention all young readers, parents and grandparents! St. Michael’s is hosting a children’s book fair March 12 – 26 in the Bishop Tuttle House parish hall. We will have books and DVDs on display on Sunday mornings and at Wednesday evening Cathedral Nights for you to order.

All the items come from Sparkhouse, the publisher we use for our Breakfast Bunch 6th – 8th grade class curriculum. We will have thirteen titles on display, but you can choose from 39 different Sparkhouse Family resources, all with great discounts and free shipping. Some of the titles focus on Easter, such as The Holy Moly Easter Story available on DVD or in book form for 4 – 8 year olds. They all bring fun to children’s Christian formation! Again, anything you order at the fair will have a discount up to 50% with free shipping. And one of our families could win $200 in cash! At Sparkhouse Family – and at St. Michael’s - we believe faith formation happens in the big moments of life...and the small ones. Bedtime,

story time, play time, bath time, any time can be a chance to spark a child's spiritual wonder and curiosity. Come join us at the fair! Save the Dates April 9 Communion Class Celebration April 15 Easter Egg Hunt April 16 Flowering the Cross

Gary Hicks, children@stmichaelscathedral.org, 208.342.5601, ext. 214, or 208.440.0424

YOUTH NEWS

Spring Break Mission Trip All youth in grades 6 through 12 are invited to trek across Idaho for this year’s Spring Break Mission Trip. We

will leave mid-morning on March 27 and return late afternoon on March 31. Deacon Mary Lou Weiner is now

coordinating with the various churches where we will stay and the locations where we will be volunteering.

Participation in this event will be limited to about twelve youth. If your child is interested in making this mission

trip, please let Bill know.

Journey 13 Celebration in April

Do you have a son or daughter that recently turned thirteen or will turn thirteen in the

coming months? The spring Journey 13 Celebration is scheduled for April 23 at the

9:15 AM service. A workshop for the celebrities and the banquet for the celebrities,

their families and their guests will be on Saturday, April 22, beginning at 6:30 PM. If you

have a son or daughter who is interested in being a part of this important milestone

celebration in his or her life, please contact Bill as soon as possible.

Upcoming Dates to Save

April 16 Easter Sunday (No youth meetings)

May 14 Baccalaureate Service for graduating seniors (9:15 AM Service)

May 21 Youth/Vestry Cabbage Ball Game at Ivywild Park and Shelter

TBA Wahooz Lock-In

Bill Wallace, stmichaelsyouthid@gmail.com or 208-859-5729

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Come to the Banquet Saturday, March 25th, 12 PM

A festive meal held once a month

for the homeless and under-employed.

Integrity Idaho Fellowship Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month

6:30 PM Bishop Tuttle House

Bring a dish to share for the potluck dinner

Celtic Christianity and the New Cosmology St Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral

Parish Hall of the Tuttle House - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lent - March 18th

Celtic Christianity

Wisdom and Indigenous Traditions

There will be time for quiet reflection, walking the labyrinth, and journaling. Lunch and journal will be provided. A

donation of $15 will go toward the permanent installation of a labyrinth here at St Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral.

Please register by phone: 208-342-5601, or email: office@stmichaelscathedral.org.

ONE BUCK SEMINAR MARCH 25th, 10 AM

The One Buck Seminar will meet again on Saturday, March 25th in the Tuttle House, Room T-6 at 10 AM. Bob Brownbridge will present and lead a discussion on "The Awareness of the Spiritual in our Lives” -- "Waking up and using one of God’s greatest gifts to us that makes us human.” All are welcome!

Cathedral Night – Spring 2017 Supper - 5:30 pm in The Bishop Tuttle House + Childcare available 5:30 pm

Dragon Slayers 6:15 pm + Chamber Choir 6:30 pm + Classes 6:30 pm +Children's Communion Celebration Classes - 6:15 PM Beginning March 8, the Children's Communion Celebration class will meet for five Wednesdays between 6:15 - 7:30 pm in the Atrium, on the lower level of the Cathedral. One parent is required to attend the beginning and end of each session with your child. We will have companion classes for adults each week. +Fields of Blood: Is religion to blame for much of the violence in human history? This five-session

class is based on the book of that name by Karen Armstrong, and will explore and challenge the assumption that religion is to blame for much of the violence in human history. Armstrong takes us through the evolution of civilization and conflict from the beginnings of agriculture around the world to modern times, suggesting a certain inevitability between the two. Classes will cover an introduction to concepts and premises of the book with some ancient examples, and the sections of the book: Beginnings, Keeping the Peace, and Modernity. The final class will cover Armstrong's conclusions. The format will be part presentation, part discussion in each class. Led by Lynne Tolk.

+Episcopalians: For newcomers and others who would like a refresher! Learn about history, polity and worship within the Episcopal Church. Led by Canon Emily Van Hise. +The Gospel This Week: Funsten Library Dive into the Gospel that will be read on the following weekend. Led by Deacon Rick Harvey.

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PALM SUNDAY EVE APRIL 8

Holy Eucharist † 5:30pm

PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 9 Holy Eucharist

8:00 am † 9:15 am † 11:00 am

MONDAY, APRIL 10 Remembrance Service 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12 Cathedral Night 5:30 pm

MAUNDY THURSDAY, APRIL 13

Holy Eucharist † 7:30 am Holy Eucharist with Cathedral Choir † 7:00 pm

GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 14

Good Friday Liturgy † 12:15 pm Stations of the Cross Service † 7:00 pm

HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 15

Great Vigil of Easter & Holy Baptism with Cathedral Choir † 7:00 pm

EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 16 Holy Eucharist † 8:00 am

Festive Holy Eucharist with Chamber Choir † 9:15 am Festive Holy Eucharist with Cathedral Choir † 11:00 am

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News from the Thrift Shop

We need new inventory! When something good

comes in, the item goes fast. A steady flow of

donations are needed – let your friends know, too!

Pass the word around, please. All your responses are

appreciated!

Thank you to the folks that are steady in donating to

this important ministry. We have lots of beautiful

cards – come and check them out!

March Wish List

+ Children’s clothes in good condition, size Baby to

10 years; such as pants, shirts, socks, shoes, and

toys

+ Men’s Levis size 30x32, 32x32, 34x30, dress

shirts, shoes in good condition, new socks

+ Women’s vintage clothes, hats, skirts, shoes, new

socks

+ Towel sets, sheets sets - sizes full and queen

+ Art – vintage and new, jewelry, children’s books

+ Small vintage furniture is always a great hit!

+ DVD movies and music CDs

+ Spring items, like flower pots, tools, working gloves

+ Request for 3-speed adult women’s bike in

working condition

+ Request for Kathleen Grisham’s second book

The Thrift Shop will be closed March 31-April 3.

~Yvette Zoe, Thrift Shop Manager Thrift Shop hours Tues – Fri 10 AM – 2:30 PM

Sat 10 AM – 3 PM

Psalms of Lamentation

Ever since the Sunday homily of 2/18/17 on the theme of loving the “enemy,” parishioners have been asking some of us clergy where they can locate those Psalms of Lamentation which describe various forms of “enemy-like” experiences, and how to process them through prayer. The following Psalms are commonly classified as laments: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 13, 17, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 51, 54, 55, 56, 57, 59, 61, 63, 64, 69, 70, 71, 77, 86, 88, 102, 109, 120, 130, 140, 141, 142, and 143. The enemy-like experiences are typically: being pursued (7:1), persecuted (31:15), being fought against (35:1), suffering accusation (71:13), people seeking to hurt others (71:13), experiencing the evil plots of people (35:4), experiencing derision (102:8), evildoers (27:2, 140:1, 6:8, 59:5, 55:2), experiencing suffering from the mighty, the arrogant, and insolent (59:3, 86:14, 140:5), ruthlessness (54:3), cruelty and injustice (71:4), experiencing false witness (27:12), violence (140:1), deceitfulness (43:1), and ungodliness (43:1). These Psalms also typically involve a movement from calling upon God, to describing the experience giving rise to the lament, to appealing for help, to striving to think through the appropriateness of one’s complaint (seeking to avoid unjustified complaining), to expressions of trust that God will help, and finally to thanksgiving and praise for divine help. Taken as a whole, these psalms may give us a fair picture of what Jesus meant by the “enemy” we are called to love. (A fine source I have consulted and relied upon is: Willem S. Prinsloo’s article, “The Psalms,” in Eerdman’s Commentary on the Bible, ed. J. D. G. Dunn and J. W. Rogerson, 2003, 364-436, esp. 367-73. A highly recommended one volume Bible commentary!!). Do not hesitate to contact me if you have further insights and/or questions. Fr. Bill Thompson-Uberuaga (boise43@msn.com)

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross, or the Way of the Cross, refers to a series of images of Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion, with accompanying prayers. At St. Michael’s, the Stations of the Cross are small paintings lovingly created by artist Rena Vandewater, which are displayed in the Cathedral. The focus of the Way of the Cross is to help us make a spiritual pilgrimage through the contemplation of the Passion of Christ. Every Wednesday at 5 PM during Lent, Christine Merritt will lead a contemplative walk through the Stations of the Cross. Please join us in the Cathedral.

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THE SPIRITUALITY OF HOLY WEEK

A MORNING OF REFLECTION

SATURDAY, APRIL 8th, 9 AM - 12 PM Tuttle House classroom T6

Offered by

FR. BILL AND DR. PAT THOMPSON-UBERUAGA

The Lenten season and liturgies reach their culmination with the three great holy days of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday, which are collectively known as the Triduum, or the “Three Days,” extending

from Thursday evening through Easter Day. They form one great and continuous liturgy. That is why there is no dismissal at liturgy until the first Easter Eucharist at the end of the Holy Saturday Easter Vigil. This great celebration marks the “passing over” (paschal journey) of Christ to new life, and incorporated into him,

of our own passings over. We can hear the echoes of the Passover Feast, described in the Jewish Mishnah as a time when we are called to “regard [ourselves] as if [we] were brought out from Egypt … [hymning] the one who has … led us out of slavery and into freedom, out of sorrow to joy, out of mourning to a day of festival, out of darkness to light …” If during Lent we go through a kind of “bright sadness,” during which our hearts are softened so that they may be opened to the Spirit, paraphrasing Fr. Alexander Schmemann’s words, in Holy Week we dwell with a concentrated focus upon how the brightness of Christ is at work in our lives, transforming our wounds into sacred wounds, strengthening us in our challenges and disappointments, and confirming us in our inclinations to act justly and to love. Please come and join us for a morning of contemplative reflection upon the Triduum. What is the message for our spiritual journeys waiting for us in each of these great holy days? How might we prepare ourselves to enter as deeply and meaningfully as possible into this liturgical culmination of our Lenten experience? We will seek, through periods of prayer together; through periods of silent, gently contemplative reflection; and through brief presentations and dialogue, to remember once again why the cross and resurrection is our one and principal Christian Feast.

Participants are invited to Second Saturday Lunch in Tuttle at noon for a donation of $6.50. Please register for

this morning event with Debbi Mills-Havey at office@stmichaelscathedral.org, or 342-5601, by April 1, 2017.

Music Ministry – Update - Canon for Music Search

The search for a permanent Canon for Music has begun. Dean Demarest asked several choir members from the Chamber and Cathedral choirs to participate on the team, and two of them are also Vestry members. The committee has already met to outline the process that will be followed in the coming weeks and months to seek qualified applicants, conduct interviews, and ultimately hire a permanent Canon for Music. -Patty Foss-Cameron, Chair of Canon for Music Search Committee

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Newcomers Reception Update

On February 17th we enjoyed a delightful Newcomers evening at St. Michael’s! Starting our event was music from the Silver Brass. They kept us tapping our toes while yummy finger food and great conversation was had by all. There were 38 in attendance of which 22 were new! Dean Rich showed us an informative video about St. Michael's and answered questions. We gathered around tables to converse with our guests, who quickly became our new friends! Our evening closed with a circle of prayer. Each guest was given a card with Cathedral information and wildflower seeds so we can all "grow together."

I want to thank the Silver Brass for playing at such a short notice. Also to Melissa, Barb, Susan, David, Chas and Torene, Art and Ray for helping to set up, donate food and make our new friends feel welcome. Thank you to Ellen for getting flower donations, and the ECW for the pretty tablecloths and flower vases. Thank you to Gary for providing childcare and Mike for setting up the tables. Thank you to Dean Rich, Canon Emily and Father Bill for supporting this event and spreading God's love. To God be the glory! ~ Corrine Bush, Vestry, Membership Chair

Praying for the Legislature Believing in the power of prayer and following the practice of supporting people in their highest calling as outlined in “Engaging the Powers”, by Walter Wink, we sent a letter to members of the Legislature thanking them for their service to the State of Idaho and all the communities they serve.

We invited them to pray with us on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings when the cathedral is open to the public. They may also write their prayer requests in our Book of Biddings or call the church office with their requests. We will be praying from the Book of Common Prayer beginning on page 840 with #18 through 39. Any one or all of these prayers may be included in our prayer times. We will pray from January to June.

In addition, we will commit to attending sessions of the Legislature for the purpose of praying during their deliberations; praying that their decisions will be guided by wisdom and with a sense of social justice and a will for peace in our community. It is our hope that you will want to join in this effort by designating what morning of the week you can join the community in prayer. For more information contact Christine Merritt at 425-343-8749 or christinemerritt@cableone.net

O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth. (Page 821)

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Second Saturday Luncheon, 12 PM This catered monthly luncheon, followed by a musical program, is for seniors of all ages and traditions. The entertainment for March is Irish Dance Idaho, Celtic dancers. Please call the Cathedral office at 342-5601 if you wish to be included on Second Saturday’s reminder mailing list.

Volunteers are needed for this ministry. If you would

like to support Second Saturday by helping as a server and/or doing set-up and clean-up, please contact Second Saturday coordinator Sue Bolen at 477-9924 or yobolen@yahoo.com.

MARCH 2017 CALENDAR AND EVENTS

These are listings for events that occur weekly or on a regular basis through March. Special events are listed separately. Sunday 8:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite I 9:15 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II 9:15 AM Breakfast Bunch for 6-8th grades 9:15 AM Sunday School and Atrium 11:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II 4:00 PM Junior High Youth meeting 5:30 PM Senior High Youth meeting Monday 10:30 AM Book Study 12:00 PM Bible Study 6:30 PM EfM 6:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous 7:45 PM Narcotics Anonymous Tuesday 9 AM Quilt Guild (3rd Tuesdays) 12:00 PM Needlework Guild (2nd & 4th Tuesdays) 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM BabySteps 6:00 PM BabySteps Parents Anonymous Wednesday 12 PM St. Mary’s Guild (3rd Wednesdays) 12:15 PM Breathing the Words Meditation Group 5:30 PM Cathedral Night 6:15 PM Dragon Slayers 6:30 PM Adult Education classes 6:30 PM Chamber Choir rehearsal

Thursday 7:30 AM Holy Eucharist 10 AM Companions in Christ (1st Monday) 1 PM Centering Prayer 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM BabySteps 7:00 PM Vestry (3rd Thursday) Friday 11:45 AM Men of Faith 11:45 AM Women's Spirituality Group (2nd & 4th Fridays) Saturday 12:00 PM Second Saturday luncheon (2nd Saturday) 12:00 PM Come to the Banquet (last Saturday of each month) 5:30 PM Holy Eucharist, Rite II SPECIAL EVENTS; March 3 - April 7: Early morning prayer; M, Tu, W, F; 8 AM March 3 - April 7: Lenten lunches, Fridays, 11 AM - 1 PM March 18: Lenten Retreat, 9 AM March 21: Blessed are they that mourn group, 11 AM March 25: One Buck Seminar, 10 AM April 8: Spirituality of Holy Week class, 9 AM April 9: Children’s Communion Class Celebration, 9:15 AM

Celtic Christianity and the

New Cosmology

Days of Reflection for 2016-2017 St. Michael’s - Tuttle House -- 9 AM - 3 PM

Lent: March 18, 2017

Pentecost: May 20, 2017

The labyrinth will be available for

walking each of these events. There will

be time for quiet reflection and

journaling and refreshments will be

provided. A donation of $15 will go

towards the permanent installation of a labyrinth here at

St. Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral.

Please register with the Cathedral Office: 208-342-5601 or

office@stmichaelscathedral.org.

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Cathedral Open for Prayer

Monday Wednesday Friday

8:30 am –1:00 pm

Cathedral Office Hours

Monday-Friday 9:00 am –3:00 pm

Thursday 7:30 am Holy Eucharist

Saturday 5:30 pm Holy Eucharist

Sunday 8:00 am Holy Eucharist

9:15 am Holy Eucharist

11:00 am Holy Eucharist

Nursery Available at 9:15 am & 11 am

Periodical-class postage paid at Boise, Idaho

The Rt. Rev. Brian Thom, Bishop

CATHEDRAL CLERGY

The Very Rev. Richard Demarest, Rector/Dean

The Rev. Emily Van Hise, Canon Pastor

The Rev. Dr. William Thompson-Uberuaga, Priest Associate

The Ven. Rick Harvey, Deacon

PROGRAM STAFF

Bill Wallace, Director of Youth Ministry

Debbi Mills-Havey, Cathedral Administrator

Holly Mason, Business Manager

Allison Demarest, Director of BabySteps

Gary Hicks, Director of Children's Formation

Mary Owen, Director of Communications

Ryan Dye, Canon for Music OFFICE

518 North 8th Street, Boise ID 83702

Telephone: 208-342-5601

FAX: 208-342-5603

Email: office@stmichaelscathedral.org

Web site: www.stmichaelscathedral.org

WARDENS

David Wilkins, Senior Warden

Barbara Rudin, Junior Warden

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