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Collect
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Sunday Worship
8 a.m. Eucharist
9 a.m. Choral Eucharist
10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist
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PLEASE HELP WITH ALABAMA TORNADO PROJECT
PLEASE NOTE: Our truck transporting items to Alabama will be parked in front of the church tomorrow, Friday, May 20, from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. We are collecting items for those in need who have been devastated by recent tornadoes in Alabama. We are collecting items over the next two weeks. Many thanks to all who have taken items this week to Mose Meide's office.Vince Ferrigno is supplying a truck, which will leave tomorrow morning for Tuscaloosa. Mose's son-in law, Sam Matthews, who played football for University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, will be driving the truck to the SOMA Body of Christ Church.
This is a list of the things we are collecting: - toilet paper
- toothbrushes
- tooth paste
- soap
- shampoo
- diapers
- baby wipes
- formula
- baby clothes
- baby blankets
- sheets
- blankets
- pillows
- towels
- paper towels
- paper cups
- paper plates
- aluminum foil
- water
- non-perishable food
- work gloves
Please continue to pray for all who have been affected by recent natural disasters, and thank you for your support of this project.
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Sunday School welcomes Trey Csar
This Sunday Mr. Trey Csar, the Executive Director of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund, will speak to the 4th and 5th graders and the Rite 13 Sunday School classes. This event culminates the 4th and 5th graders study of PB & J, peace and justice in our community. The focus will be on equity in the middle school lottery program, specifcally Landon Middle School. Parents and others interested are invited. The program begins at 10:15 a.m.
Youth Update
St. John's youth are having a Beach event at Rose McCall's house on 5/28/11, 3-7pm. Youth 6-12th grades are invited. Bring all your beachwear, sunscreen, towels, boogie boards, $5 for pizza and drinks. The address is: 31 5th St. Atlantic Beach, FL. Please contact Aaron Mayeski for more info
Pick Up Your 8x10 Photos
Please see Monica or Selecia after the Sunday mornixng services to pick-up your 8x10 directory photo.
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Synergy
What is Synergy? Synergy is a young adult's ministry for college and early career folks who wish to stay connected to faith, fun, and Christian community here in Jax. Interested? Please contact Aaron Mayeski for more info. |
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| SHOP THE CATHEDAL BOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP |  | OPEN AFTER ALL SERVICES ON SUNDAY
AND DURING WEEKDAY OFFICE HOURS
We have lots of beautiful items for graduates in our bookstore & gift shop. The bookstore is open during regular church office hours as well as on Sunday following the services featuring unique gifts, books and St. John's apparel.
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Greetings!
 | | The Rev. J. Perry Smith |
Thanks and congratulations to those who participated in the recent Wednesday night book study of Joan Chittister'sbook, The Gift of Years, Growing Older Gracefully. Her book was an easy read chock full of insight and wisdom that either validated or contradicted our own experiences with aging. Her observations provoked lively and stimulating discussion among the class - a not-so-shy group of very bright and accomplished people.
Chittister also provided a good measure of practical ways to ease some of the pain and misunderstandings of aging. Some of her key observations are worth remembering: ► "What did I really think my existence was all about if not about coming to the end of this life, and coming to the beginning of another?" ► "Only the old can make age a bright and vibrant place to be. And so we must. If we don't, we stand to waste a full twenty-five to thirty percent of our lives." ► "A blessing of these years is the ability to see that life does not have to be perfect to be perfect; it only needs to be forgiving----and forgiven." Chittister, a Benedictine nun who is now 70, wonders if she was not too young to write this particular book. A dear friend of mine who is 92, after reading the book in parallel with our group, told me that Chittister is indeed still young and has a lot to learn about aging. Perspective is important. Yet, I think Chittister concludes The Gift of Years with extraordinary insight and understanding. She writes in her last chapter The Twilight Time: ► "It's now time to surrender to acceptance... This is the time for melting into God... The veil between us and eternity will begin to tear and we will slow walk through it, ready, open, thrown upon the heart of God... Now the Mystery is about to reveal itself. Now the time is complete. Now it is finished. Now it is only beginning." The Gift of Years generated so much interest that another group study will begin in late June at the Cathedral Townhouses for the residents. Non-residents may attend. An anonymous gift to pay for the books for the participants has been given and I will facilitate the discussion. Dates and time will be announced soon. All God's blessings, Fr. Perry Smith
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Bishop of Cuba celebrates at St. John's on Sunday
Bishop Griselda Delgado del Carpio of the Diocese of Cuba will be the celebrant at our 9 and 10:30 Sunday services this week. She will celebrate the Eucharist in Spanish and the congregation will respond in English!
If you would like to attend the Cuban dinner in Bishop Griselda's honor at the cathedral Saturday night, please RSVP right away to Theresa Johnson. Dinner is at 6 p.m., and cost is $25. All proceeds benefit the Diocese of Cuba.
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President of ERD will be with us this Sunday
Also on Sunday, the president of Episcopal Relief and Development, Dr. Robert Radtke,will teach our 9 a.m. Dean's Forum adult class and then preach at 10:30 a.m. We are privileged to have him with us.
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Dean's Forum at 10:15 highlights Clara White Mission - teaching job skills to those in need
Join us in Ingram Lounge this Sunday at 10:15 a.m. to hear from a client of the Clara White Mission whose life has been transformed by this amazing ministry.
 WEDNESDAYS AT 5:30 P.M.: YOGA ! and Basic A
►Yoga: The Center for Prayer & Spirituality is offering yoga in Cummings Chapel. This class is be led by Tom Holcomb.
►BASIC ANGLICANISM Basic "A" is taught by Dean Kate Moorehead in Ingram Lounge at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday. All are welcome to begin the course any time.
OTHER WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS wrap up this week,with supper at 5:45 p.m. and programs at 6:30 p.m.
On the schedule:
►Benedictine Rule with Deacon Louise Hardman and Regina McCary in Room 301
►The Book of Acts with Dean Kate Moorehead and Selecia Jones in Room 304.
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Blessing of the Bikes will be a week from this Saturday! Don't miss St. John's second annual Blessing of the Bikes service next Saturday, May 28, at 2 p.m. Dean Kate will bless bikes and then riders can head off on a group ride (or stay downtown to enjoy next weekend's Jazz Festival!) Some riders will be meeting at 1 p.m. at the Riverside Arts Market to ride to the cathedral together for this fun, welcoming service. Bring your friends! And spread the word!
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DO YOU WISH TO BE BAPTIZED, CONFIRMED, RECEIVED, REAFFIRMED AT PENTECOST, JUNE 12TH?
PENTECOST is our traditional day for the Bishop to administer the sacrament of confirmation at the 10:30 a.m. service Are you considering being confirmed, received or reaffirmed on Pentecost, Sunday, June 12? Dean Kate's Basic A class is the preparation for this sacrament. Dean Kate will also be administering the sacrament of baptism at the 9 a.m. service. If you are being confirmed or baptized and have not had contact with the church office staff, please contact Monica MacKenzie no later than June 1.
CALLING ALL FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPEAKERS: Remembering the first time the Holy Spirit descended upon the followers of Jesus, we will read the lesson on Pentecost Sunday (June 12th) in unison speaking many languages. If you speak another language, and would like to participate, please contact Monica MacKenzie at 632-9104 extension 24 by June 1st.
ASCENSION DAY COVERED DISH SUPPER AND SERVICE:
Wednesday, June 1st, we will enjoy a potluck supper at 5:45 p.m. Bring a covered dish to share. To ensure that we have a nice variety of food, please bring a dish from the categories listed based on the first letter of your last name:
A-F: Meat or Meat Casserole
G-L: Dessert
M-R: Starch, Vegetable, or Casserole
S-Z: Salad (green, pasta, fruit, etc.)
At 7 p.m. we will move to the sanctuary for an Evening Prayer service. Please feel free to call the office (356-5507)with any questions.
HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES: Summertime is around the corner and that means we are in store for some delicious breakfasts served at St. John's! Gather your cooking team and sign up on the easel in Taliaferro Hall. Some great upcoming opportunities are Pentecost Birthday Cakes (June 12th, two services), Summer Breakfasts (June 19th-August 21st), Ordination Reception (June 19th).
NEWCOMER BRUNCH IS JUNE 5TH: Are you new to St. John's? If you have joined our parish family recently and haven't been to a newcomer brunch yet, please join us for this informal get together in Ingram Lounge on Sundaym June 5th, at noon. Children are welcome. Please RSVP to Judy Maurer at 356-5507.
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Spotlight on Heart to Heart - Wheelchair Ministry
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The Wheelchair Ministers transport residents from the Cathedral Gerontology Center to the Cathedral for Sunday services. The residents are also accompanied to communion. This ministry takes very little time and effort but brings such joy to those who are served. If you are interested in signing up to be a wheelchair minister, please contact Art Towson at 744-6982 or cloverlyfly@comcast.net.
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Learn to write an icon this summer!
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Enroll now in this ancient art. No artistic experience is necessary, just a desire to learn about praying with and creating an icon and being open to God working through you in the process. Join us June 13 to June 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cathedral. The cost is $200 and includes all supplies. Please call Ann Brodt (221-5638) to sign up. | |
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