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Weekly Updates from Christ Church Cathedral in Lexington, Kentucky
 
May 22, 2016 - Trinity Sunday 
Find Your Soul Purpose at Christ Church Cathedral

No matter who you are, or where you are on your spiritual journey you are welcome at Christ Church Cathedral.

Christ Church Cathedral serves a unique ministry in the heart of Lexington. We are a people of prayer and action, eager to serve those in our community.  We have programs and events for all generations.  Everyone can find a place for involvement and service as we seek to extend God's love made known in Jesus Christ.

The mission of Christ Church Cathedral is to restore all persons to unity with God and one another in Christ Jesus, through prayer, worship, proclamation of the Gospel, and the promotion of Justice, Peace and Love.

God has a dream to heal the world.  Cathedrals are meant to give us a glimpse of that dream, and in so doing, to fortify and inspire us for that life-giving work. 
 
If you would like to know more about the Cathedral, please call Parish Secretary Margaret Christensen at 859-254-4497 or email her here to setup an appointment. Also, visit our website at www.ccclex.org.  
This Sunday at the Cathedral

Readings & Music    
Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
Canticle 13
Romans 5:1-5
John 16:12-15

Choral Music  
Click here to view the Choral Music Repertoire 

Sanctuary Music
Click here to view the Sanctuary Music Repertoire 


Sunday's Schedule
7:45am     Holy Eucharist * Rite I * Chapel
                   Choir Rehearsal * Choir Room
8:30am     Nursery available until 12:15pm * 1st Floor Helm Bldg
8:45am     Holy Eucharist * Rite II * Church
                   Children's Chapel * 1st Floor Helm Bldg
9:30am      Breakfast * Great Hall
10:00am    The Forum * Tilford Room
                    Cathedral 101 * Dean's Conference Room, 3rd Floor
                    Godly Play (3 years - Grade 3) * 2nd Floor Helm Bldg
                    God's Team (Grades 4 & 5) * 3rd Floor Helm Bldg
                    The Awakening (Grades 6-8) * 3rd Floor Helm Bldg
                    The Way (Grades 9-12) * Basement Activities Room
                    Choir Rehearsal * Choir Room
10:15am     God's Children Sing * 1st Floor Helm Bldg
11:00am    Holy Eucharist * Rite II * Church
                    Tiny Church * Nursery    
                    Children's Chapel * 1st Floor Helm Bldg
12:15pm    Welcome Reception *  Great Hall
6:00pm      Sanctuary * Church
                    Youth Group * Basement Activities Room
7:00pm      Sanctuary Reception * Tilford Room


Adult Sunday School Classes 
Please join us for our final Adult Sunday School classes at 10:00am.
The Forum: The Contemplative Paths of Buddhism and Christianity
Tilford Room
May 22
Led by Gary Stewart
An experiential presentation on practices of awareness, awakening the heart, and intentional living in the Buddhist and Christian traditions. Presented by Gary Stewart, Ph.D., Steve Stratton, Ph.D., and Vincent Dummer, Psy.D.

Cathedral 101 - Dean's Conference Room, 3rd Floor
This class welcomes everyone into the life of Christ Church Cathedral and equips us to carry out the work of Christ in the world. Whether you are new or a longtime member, we invite you to explore the Episcopal Church with us as we also discern our own spiritual journey. Each session is a "stand alone" class so you can attend one, or all, or something in between.


Teacher & Graduate Recognition
We will recognize and thank all teachers who served at the Cathedral, as well as celebrating our graduates from high school, college and EFM at the 11:00am service on Sunday.


The Cathedral Celebrates 220 years!
Citizens of Lexington have worshipped at Christ Church, the oldest Episcopal Church in the Diocese, since 1796.  The cornerstone of the current building was laid in 1847.  The church was completed in 1848 and was enlarged in 1862 63.  William Morton gave the Market Street land on which the church was built.  Matthew Shryock was the architect and builder of the first church building.  Many prominent Lexingtonians, such as Henry Clay, have worshipped here.   Over the years Christ Church and its members have launched ministries which have grown far beyond its walls, such as Good Samaritan Hospital and the Hope Center.  In a world called to transcend the challenges of culture, race, religion and class,  Christ Church Cathedral invites and welcomes people of all backgrounds and convictions to engage in the work of reconciliation. 
Upcoming Services & Events  
 
Recital by Iris Fordjour-Hankins, May 22
Iris Fordjour-Hankins, Soprano in a DMA Voice Recital on Sunday, May 22 at 3pm. The location is Singeltary Center for the Arts, Recital Hall. The recital is open to the public.
 
 Summer Sunday Morning Worship Times
Last summer so many told us how much they enjoyed combining summer services so participants in different services can worship together during the summer, that we are doing it again! The schedule is as follows:
Sunday, May 29 (Memorial Day Weekend), through Sunday, September 4 (Labor Day Weekend)
8:00am - Rite I service in the Chapel without music
9:00am - Coffee and doughnuts
10:00am - A traditional Rite II service with choir in the Church. Children's Chapel will be offered during this service only.
11:00am - Light refreshments in the Garden
We return to our regular morning service schedule on Sunday, September 11, with three morning services at 7:45, 8:45 and 11:00am and breakfast at 9:30am.

Summer Sunday Evening Worship Times (Sanctuary)
Through June 26; break during July; returning Sunday, August 7
6:00pm - Sanctuary in the Church
Sanctuary will take a break for the month of July, so there will be no evening  service during that time. It will return Sunday, August 7.

Welcome Bishop Bruce Caldwell, Provisional Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington!
Bishop Bruce Caldwell was elected by special convention of the Diocese of Lexington to begin serving our diocese as Bishop Provisional beginning in June.  Caldwell is the retired bishop of the Diocese of Wyoming.  He lives close to family in Minneapolis with his wife Brenda, who is an ordained deacon.  They have two daughters, and one granddaughter.  Since retiring from Wyoming, he has served at St. Mark's Cathedral in Minneapolis and assisted in New York, as bishop.  Prior to ministry in Wyoming, he served in Harlem, NY, Tampa, Florida, Ft. Yukon, Alaska, and Bismarck, N.D.  He enjoys cross-cultural ministry, working with the economically disadvantaged and small churches, empowering the ministry of the baptized, and finding abundance in all situations.  Please join us for a Service of Welcome for Bishop Caldwell on Saturday, June 18, 10:00am at Christ Church Cathedral.  All are invited.


Gallery Hop, May 20
The Art at the Cathedral exhibit features Clay Lancaster's Kentucky: Architectural Photographs of a Preservation Pioneer and will be on display May 8 through June 26. This "not to be missed" display of Clay Lancaster's photographs of historic buildings of the Bluegrass was previously on exhibit at the J.B. Speed Art Museum in Louisville. The Gallery Hop for this exhibit is on Friday, May 20, 5-8pm. We are excited to have the SCAPA Madrigal Singers perform during Gallery Hop at 7:30pm. This is free and open to the public.

Commodores, June 3
Jim Birchfield, author of Clay Lancaster's Kentucky,  "Clay Lancaster's Kent will speak at the next Commodore gathering on Friday, June 3, in the Great Hall.  He will highlight the Cathedral's current exhibit of Clay Lancaster's photography and pioneering work in historic preservation.  Arrive by 7:00 for social time and pot luck dinner.  Bring meat, vegetable, or salad dish to serve 10-12. Note that dessert, appetizers, and bread are furnished.  If you cannot come for dinner, arrive by 8:00 for the program.  All are welcomes so come and bring a friend.

Newcomer Blessing, June 5 at 10:00am
We would like to invite you to attend a special service of blessing newcomers to Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday, June 5 at the 10 a.m. service (we will be on our summer schedule). In the course of the service we will affirm and bless all in this year who have come to call this Cathedral their church. This Cathedral needs you, and we in turn are blessed by you being a part of this congregation. If you can attend, please RSVP by calling or emailing the Reverend Brent Owens 254-4497 or bowens@ccclex.org.

Theology on Tap
1st, 3rd & 5th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm
June 6 - Blue Stallion Brewing Co., 610 W 3rd St.
June 20 - Charlie Brown's Restaurant, 816 E Euclid Ave
Are you a young adult looking for conversation and fellowship in an organic and welcoming setting?  Then join us for Theology on Tap! Check back each week for the new location! Contact The Rev. Kate Byrd at kbyrd@ccclex.org to join the Facebook group and follow the conversation!
   
Cathedral Runners, June 4
Get excited! You have the opportunity to go for a Saturday morning run and visit with Marc and Gwen Mathews! All this will go down on Saturday, June 4. Plan to arrive at the Mathews' home (2076 Lakeside Drive) no later than 8:00am ready to go. At 9:00am, we are going to enjoy a nice post run brunch provided by the Mathewses. Contact Drew Byrd at cabyrd4@gmail.com with any questions.

Cathedral Youth End of Year Lock-In, June 3-4
Friday, June 3 - Saturday, June 4
6:00pm-9:00am
You don't want to miss out on the Cathedral Youth's most magical event, filled with marvelous food, mythical games, and miraculous friends. Our enchanted evening will begin with the sorting, as you find your house, and compete for the Cup throughout our time together. Whether you want to try your hand as Seeker on the Quidditch field (i.e. Gratz Park), or take a lesson in potion making (ice cream sundae style), then join us for Harry Potter: A Night at the Cathedral! Cost: $20 (scholarships available).  Contact The Rev. Kate Byrd for more information at kbyrd@ccclex.org.

Cathedral Summer Picnic, June 12
Everyone is invited to a Cathedral summer picnic at the farm of Allen and Ann Whitney Garner (3374 Briar Hill Road) on Sunday, June 12, at 6:00pm. This is a great way to kick off the summer! Invite a friend to join us! Children's activities begin at 4:30pm. There will be a petting zoo, parachute games and tie-dye t-shirts. This is the first day of VBS, and the children want you to share in the fun. What you need to bring: camp or lawn chairs or blanket; your own picnic supper and drinks; and a dessert to share. Please RSVP to Margaret Christensen 254-4497, mchristensen@ccclex.org. Questions? Contact the Reverend Brent Owens, 254-4497, bowens@ccclex.org.


Vacation Bible School - "Submerged: Come Dive With Us", June 12-15
Registration is now open for this exciting summer event for kids! On Sunday, June 12, 4:30-7:30pm, we'll be at the Garner's Farm.  This will be a potluck and children and parents are invited to attend. Monday, June 13, through Wednesday, June 15, we'll be at Christ Church Cathedral, 9:00am-noon. For ages 5 & up; age 4 welcome with a parent. Come dive with us and bring your friends. Register at ccclex.org. Volunteers needed! Please contact  Mary Jo Geddes 859-492-3404 or maryjo.geddes@fayette.kyschools.us.

Cathedral Choirs to DC
The Cathedral Choir will sing for three days at Washington National Cathedral. Evensong at 5:30pm on Friday, June 25, Eucharist at 11:00am on Sunday, June 27, and Evensong at 4:00pm on Sunday. June 27. If you are in the area please join us!  The Eucharist webcast will also be offered at www.cathedral.org. 
City Reach & Global Impact  

Church Under the Bridge, June 5 
On Sunday, June 5, Christ Church will host Church Under the Bridge at The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington (Mission House) located at the corner of E Fourth Street and N Martin Luther King Blvd.  Volunteers are needed at Mission House at 2:15pm to set up chairs, make sandwiches, roll silver ware, buffet table set up, greet guests, serve the meal and clean up after lunch is over.  Finally, we need 15 dozen cookies, homemade or store bought; either are greatly appreciated. Cookies can be dropped off in the Great Hall before or after the 10:00 service on June 5. This is a great opportunity for us to serve our less fortunate neighbors who are in need of a kind word, a warm smile and a hot meal.  If you are interested in participating in this rewarding ministry, please sign up at the Welcome Center or contact Mary Catherine Dorsett at mcdorsett@gmail.com.

Christ Community Cupboard Diaper Drive, May 8 - June 19
The Cupboard is in great need of diapers. Each month the Cupboard distributes over 50 packages of diapers to families in need. We are having a Diaper Drive May 8 - June 19 to help with this need! Please donate packages of diapers sizes 2 & 3 and place them in the Cupboard diaper bins in the Great Hall and near the Welcome Center, or provide a financial donation in the collection plate on Sundays with "Cupboard Diaper Drive" in the memo line.

Emergency Assistance Fund
Formerly homeless lady has gotten a house to rent and needs help with $100 to allow her to move in. She has paid all other expenses and this will allow her to get a home. If you can help with all or part of this, please make a check payable to Christ Church Cathedral and write EAF (Emergency Assistance Fund) on the memo line. Bless you! 
Needs & Notices 

Vacation Bible School Volunteers & Supplies Needed
Vacation Bible School dates for this summer are Sunday, June 12 through Wednesday, June 15.  This amazing program requires many volunteers to organize, prepare materials, donate supplies, and help onsite.  No experience needed!!  Please consider how you can help. Contact Jo Geddes at 492-3404 or maryjo.geddes@fayette.kyschools.us to volunteer or be a team leader. The wishlist is as follows: Mason jars, tie dye kits, rubber bands, rubber gloves, string, scissors, noodles (variety, dyed different colors), paper towel holders, tacky glue, fabric scissors, fabric markers, buckets of rocks to hold flags, poles for flags, various colors of blue sheets for students to sit on, tan sheets, paper plates, utensils, napkins, cups.

Parking at the Cathedral   
The Cathedral lot (former parking garage space) is now striped, and two entrances have been created in the larger lot area - one you can access from Upper Street only, the other is across from Cathedral Way. There is one exit located near the entrance across from Cathedral Way. A smaller lot area nearest to Gratz Park Inn has its own entrance/exit as there is a fence separating it from the rest of the lot.
ALL Cathedral parkers, Monday-Saturday 24/7, need to park in the Cathedral lot opposite Cathedral Way using an orange parking pass placed in their front dash. Monday through Saturday, park in the spaces marked "Reserved for CCC" whenever possible. These passes are available at the Welcome Center. On Sundays ONLY, parkers may use the Cathedral lot AND the Central Parking Corner lot.
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