The Lessons Appointed for use on

The First Sunday in Lent

Year C
RCL 
 
 
The Holy Eucharist: Rite One  
Ten o'clock in the morning 

February 14, 2016  
 
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The Transfiguration, St Jerome and St Augustine
c. 1500
BOTTICELLI, Sandro
Tempera on panel, 28 x 36 cm
Galleria Pallavicini, Rome
Source: Web Gallery of Art


THE COLLECT FOR SUNDAY
February 14, 2016

Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.  Amen.

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WORSHIP NOTES FOR THIS SUNDAY
  
 We don't do a depressing Lent at Christ Church Cathedral. Even in
this season of self-examination and repentance, when we explore the darker wanderings away of our lives, we retain our sense of joy in the goodness and mercy of our God. 

Every Sunday, immediately before our worship, I pray with the
acolytes, choir, and servers for the day. We give thanks for the opportunity to gather on the Lord's Day, for the privilege of serving in the Lord's Temple, and we remember that in all we do we are to be joyful, yet reverent, knowing that all our actions are to the honor and glory of God's Name.

Truthfully, this is in part a reminder to us all to behave while we are in church. Mainly, however, it is a reminder that life with and in God is always colored by our joyful receiving of God's mercy and love.

Again this year, our 10:00 a.m. worship will be the Holy Eucharist,
Rite One. This seasonal change is NOT because Rite One is inherently more penitential, or because it somehow makes us suffer or feel less about ourselves. Rather, this change occurs in order to get our attention, to focus our thoughts and prayers through language that is familiar yet (now) different from our usual worship.  I find that the language of Rite One, echoing the forms of the 1928 Book of Common Prayer, brings me into a place of thoughtfulness that encourages me to consider the implications of
my thoughts and actions in unaccustomed ways. It also leads me to a renewed awareness of God's constant mercy, which is emphasized so clearly in Rite One.

On Sunday afternoons during Lent, we will reprise the 4 p.m. worship service that debuted in October. Once again, this service will be the more contemporary form from Enriching Our Worship, in the chapel, with Taize-style music. This quiet and less formal worship is another means of taking a different road to self-examination and intimacy with God.

Our diocesan convention will take place Thursday through Saturday of this week, at St. Paul's, Daphne. Please keep our clergy and lay delegates in your prayers as they begin their work with our new Bishop Russell in deliberating and acting for the health and work of our diocese.

We enjoyed having Russell and Robin among us through Mardi Gras this past week, and we began our observance of a holy Lent in worship led by our bishop. This new chapter in our life together will ask much of us as the Cathedral Family, and we will answer this call with joy. Please keep our mission as the Cathedral church of this diocese in your prayers during this Lenten season, as we discern where God is calling us in our life together as the Cathedral Family.



 
The Very Reverend Beverly Findley Gibson
Ph.D., Dean and Rector, Christ Church Cathedral 
  
 
MUSIC NOTES FOR THIS SUNDAY

This week, we observe the First Sunday of Lent at Christ Church Cathedral. Beads have been thrown, good times have rolled, and we now enter a season of introspection, reflection, repentance, and wonder. Often seen as a rather stern season of the church year, Lent can truly be a time of exception growth and peace. Sunday's choir anthem, Dear Lord and Father of Mankind, is one of my favorite texts, and I think it illustrates this season quite well. The music is by Sam Pottle (1934-1978), perhaps best known as the composer of the theme music for The Muppets and a co-composer for Sesame Street. Pottle's career was almost exclusively in the worlds of television and musical theatre, but he did write one sacred piece (perhaps more, but I could find no evidence of this) - Sunday's offertory anthem. After hearing it, I think you will share my lamentation that he didn't write more church music. The text is by John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892), a Quaker poet. Dear Lord and Father of Mankind is actually only part of a music larger poem, The Brewing of Soma, a cautionary text against the many intricate and ornate ways people have tried to draw closer to God. Basically, Whittier upholds the Quaker way of life (simplicity, tranquility, humility) as the best and truest way to walk closely with God. While different denominations view this differently, Whittier's sentiments in this great hymn resonate beyond the bounds of a particular branch of religion. Personally, I find this text to be ideal when thinking of a holy Lenten observance.

Dear Lord and Father of mankind,
Forgive our foolish ways!
Reclothe us in our rightful mind,
In purer lives Thy service find,
In deeper reverence, praise.
In simple trust like theirs who heard
Beside the Syrian sea
The gracious calling of the Lord,
Let us, like them, without a word
Rise up and follow Thee.
O Sabbath rest by Galilee!
O calm of hills above,
Where Jesus knelt to share with Thee
The silence of eternity
Interpreted by love!
With that deep hush subduing all
Our words and works that drown
The tender whisper of Thy call,
As noiseless let Thy blessing fall
As fell Thy manna down.
Drop Thy still dews of quietness,
Till all our strivings cease;
Take from our souls the strain and stress,
And let our ordered lives confess
The beauty of Thy peace.
Breathe through the heats of our desire
Thy coolness and Thy balm;
Let sense be dumb, let flesh retire;
Speak through the earthquake, wind, and fire,
O still, small voice of calm.

Also this Sunday, we will begin offering 4:00 PM Eucharists in the Cathedral Chapel. These services feature a more informal format and quiet, contemplative music drawn from a variety of sources. I would encourage you to attend! Also, don't forget that our Lenten Music at Noon concert series begins this Wednesday with Piano and Organ, a piano and organ duet concert featuring Dr. Lynne A. Lauderdale on piano and your truly at the organ. Lent is indeed a profound season. Let our musical events help you on your journey!

 



 
 
Christopher Powell
Organist and Choir Master
 
MINISTERS OF THE LITURGY

Celebrant and Preacher
Dean Gibson

Assisting
Canon Wagner

First Reading
Laura McLeod

Psalmist
Gary Kohler

Second Reading
Lucy Moore

Intercessor
Douglas Kearley

Chalice Bearers
Bob Israel, Burnley Davis

Crucifers
Leland Moore, Walt Hamil

Acolytes
Lawson Hamil, Barton Elliott,
 Rose Elliott, Elizabeth Elliot, Anna Frances Weeks

Children's Chapel
 Skip Archer, Jordan Chow

Altar Guild
 Kathy Thurber, Robbie Lynn Irvine, Leslie Ladd,
Lucy Lyons, Hetty Newell, Paula Watkins

Flower Guild
Homer McClure

Ushers
Robby McClure, Sonny Irvine, Jex Luce,
Homer McClure, Robby McClure

Hospitality Team
Kay Whiting, Rosemarie McClure, Louise McClure,
Homer McClure, Lucy Lyons, Lynn Yankie



CATHEDRAL NOTES

ERD SUNDAY
This Sunday, February 14th
The first Sunday in Lent is the day officially designated to encourage all Episcopalians to remember and support Episcopal Relief & Development's (ERD) life-saving mission. We have ERD envelopes available for you or your children to use for a Lenten offering. Lenten Meditations for adults were mailed with the February Messenger. Youth and Children's Lenten Materials are available on the credenza in the Chapter House.


EYC XTREME PAINTBALL
Sunday, following Christian Formation
The Youth will play paintball at Xtreme Paintball. The cost per person is $30 and covers rental equipment, goggles, CO2, and 500 rounds. The Youth will leave right after Christian Formation and should bring some money for a snack. You must complete a waiver to participate, please see Canon Wagner to complete the form.


MORNING CIRCLE
Monday, February 15
10:30 a.m. at the Church.
We will cook for the Lenten Lunch.
On Wednesday, February 17 we will serve the Lenten Lunch.
For information, call Carolyn Stephenson at 342-5637.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON EUCHARIST IN LENT
Begins Sunday
Also, February 21, 28, & March 6, 13 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Come experience a quiet afternoon liturgy at the Cathedral.


DIOCESAN CONVENTION
Thursday, February 18 - Saturday, February 20
St. Paul's, Daphne


LENTEN NOON-DAY CONCERTS

Lenten noon-day concerts are 30 minutes,
followed by a luncheon in the Chapter House.
  • 11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II in the Chapel
  • 12:00 p.m. Meditation and Music in the Church
  • 12:30 p.m. Luncheon in Chapter House
 
Wednesday, February 17
Piano and Organ Duets
Enjoy a program of piano and organ duets performed by Lynne A. Lauderdale, retired organ professor at the University of West Florida, and Christopher W. Powell, Organist and Choirmaster of Christ Church Cathedral.

Wednesday, February 24
The Archduke Trio
We are pleased to welcome again Mobile's own chamber ensemble, The Archduke Trio, featuring masterful artists from the Mobile Symphony Orchestra, Enen Yu, violinist, Guo-Sheng Huang, violoncellist, and Bob Holm, pianist.

Wednesday, March 2
Monika Cosson, mezzo-soprano
Monika Cosson will offer a program of music for mezzo-soprano that will highlight the rich and expressive quality of her voice. Cosson has performed with such ensembles as the Pensacola Choral Society, the New Orleans Opera, Santa Fe Opera, and Opera Southwest.

Wednesday, March 9
Bella Voce Women's Chorus
Again this season, we welcome Bella Voce, the ever-popular "premier" women's chorus of Mobile. Engaging and innovative, this group of ladies is sure to delight and inspire.

Wednesday, March 16
A Classic Combination
The program features beautiful compositions for violin and piano. Hear violinist, Gosia Leska, and pianist, Christopher W. Powell.

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O God, the strength of the weak and the comfort of sufferers: Mercifully accept our prayers, and grant to your servants the help of your power, that their sickness may be turned into health, and our sorrow into joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.


WE PRAY FOR:

Members:
Brink Brinkley, Alice Carwie, Katherine Deaton, Hank Cobb, Jordan Moore, The Rev. Ellis Wilkins.

Friends & Family:
Peggy Naughton, Gary Davis, Harrison Leff, Michael Cameron, Nancy & Don Cameron, Rob & Amy Archer Ellis, Joyce Lee, Davis Nelson, Michael Sumrall, Gwen Cook, Alfred Showers, Jim Elia, Anne Brown, Mark Brown, Harriett Lillich, Dave Carlyn Block, Rachel McClanahan, Tom Cunningham, Norma Beazley, Curtis Bullock, Valerie Boatman, Ann Jones, Hank Wozniek, Lisa Thompson, Stella Phillips, James Thomas, Ted Fraiche, Mark Miles, Tot Swanson, Art Swanson, Hayden Jenkins, Maggie Jenkins, Carolyn Pryor, Merle Findley, Louise Douglas, Shirley & Dunlap Peeples, Steve Harris, Marian Macpherson Currie, Kit & Roger Geil, Angel & Larry Torres, Kathy Boucvalt, Bill Stevens, Ginger Simpson, Karen Sentilles, Lila Fisk, Tracey Johnson, Joe Lowrey, Temple Webber, Betty Browder, Allan Tucker, Kathy Sanders, Clarise Waters, Glenn Hill, Leslie Ellis Sharbel, Marian Hall, Homer Kemp, Jane Behlen, Dan Jones, Carolyn Graham, Ralph Neal, Mark Mason, Anita Stead, Tim Fulton, Bennett Stenger, Gladys Crowson, Billy Yost, Noel Fell, Sybil Willis Rodgers, Hap Myers, Jr., Paul Vickers, Sr., George Robison, Georgia Dominick, Robin Wade, Randy Moore, Rick Nichols, Kate Heddrich, Julie Brinson, Ceaser Bryant, Moana Karstater, Icy Lee Neel, Frances Robison, Emily Hubbard, Mike Dowers, Jason Lockwood, Pat Fisher, Bubba Murray, Bernice Vickers, Jerry Collins, Grady McMillan, Bobby Moss, Kerry Goode, The Rev. John Rees, Chris Schnieder, Liz Charbonnet Talmadge, John Day Peake, Jr., A. J. Villars, Kaye Koffler, Tay Morrissette, Robert L. Hatcher, Bob Williams, Mary Katzman, Jennifer Strong, David Keniston, Zaidee Galloney, Maggie Behlen, Evelyn and Bill McGeHee, Chrissie Irby, Adele Stuardi Gwatkin, Lydia Moore, Bill Betbeze, B. F. Paty Daves, Ralph Boudreaux, Tommy Roberson, Billy Bailey, Henry Trice, Pete and B.J. Cobb, Carolyn Shores Wright, Cathlene Quizon, Rip Nance, Shelley Carr Nightingale, Charlie Mae Moree

For Those Serving in the Military:
Brian Caselton, Louis Coggin, Jonathan Duralde, Tyler Gamble, Sam Garcia, Darrien Gibson, Parker Hollinghead, Kelley Hood, Brian Hudson, Abby Hutchins, Randy Johnson, Ron Lansong, Jean-Michael Lemieux, Chris Marslender, Zack Miller, Todd & Jordana Mouthaan, Keith Moss, Michael Nassar, Jerry Olin, Brian Pennell, Josh Power, Daniel White-Spunner Reed, Susan Reniewicz, Evan Sizemore, John Snyder, Conner Thigpen, Ryan Anthony Thomas, Ryan Walker, The Rev. Bowen Woodruff, Tom Pearce, Colton Ulmer, Margie Hall Malloy

Repose of the Soul: 

Harvey D. Trawick, III

Anglican Cycle of Prayer:
The Anglican Church of Central Africa

Cathedral Cycle of Prayer:
Epiphany, Crestview, Florida; Sara Phillips, Pastoral Leader, St. Mary's, Coden

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer:
The Church in Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands; and for Forest Hill Baptist Church, Mobile

Prison Ministry Cycle of Prayer:
Apalachee Correctional Facility & Juvenile Facility, Sneads, Florida

Memorial Designation:
Today we remember Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Wade Moody and Dennis Wade Moody, Jr.