eConnections - July 26, 2024
The Season after Pentecost
July 26, 2024
Notes & News from the Cathedral of Saint James, South Bend
The Dean's List
Film: The Philadelphia Eleven
On July 29, 1974, eleven well-qualified women were ordained to the priesthood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This courageous act of obedience to the call of Christ upon their lives was done in defiance of the canons of the Episcopal Church at that time and over the objections of many Episcopal bishops, priest, and lay persons. The ordination of the Philadelphia Eleven served as a catalyst for canonical changes adopted by the General Convention in 1976 which allowed for a local option for the ordination of women.
A documentary about the Philadelphia Eleven has been produced in celebration of the 50th anniversary of this pivotal moment in the history of the Episcopal Church. A free screening will take place at the Cathedral of Saint James this coming Tuesday, July 30, at 7 pm in the Conference Room (we'll bring in more comfortable chairs for the occasion). Please join us!
Sabbatical
What makes my heart sing? That was the guiding rubric in the Clergy Renewal Grant application process that I - with the indispensable help of a few others - undertook late in 2022. By the time we sent the application portfolio off for the consideration of the grant committee at Christian Theological Seminary, we had homed in on The Spirituality of Story & Song as a Foundation for Renewal as the unifying theme for this sabbatical time. The proposal was to take time to do a deeper dive into music theory, including writing and performance, fulfill a bucket-list desire to walk the entire Camino Frances, attend a storytelling festival, and revisit several important places from previous travels in Scotland, this time with my entire family. On the Cathedral side, our hope is to develop storytelling skills and provide opportunities for significant sharing as a means of building community and to explore how story and song together can draw us closer to Christ and one another. Just about eleven months ago I received news that the Cathedral had been awarded a grant of just under $60,000 to go forward with this plan.
And here we are. This time next week I will be at the Dublin Irish Music Festival in Dublin, Ohio, not only taking in some lively and fun music, but listening to the stories told in and around the music and - as opportunities present themselves - talking to people about how music and stories and a festival atmosphere impacts their spirit. At the same time, the Cathedral community embarks on a four-month journey under the leadership of Senior Warden Liz Burman and Priest-in-Residence Fr. Mark Hummell through what promises to be an interesting moment in our history as construction begins and a new focus and energy on Christian formation for all ages commences. One of the greatest blessings in my life right now is my confidence in knowing that the Cathedral will be in very good hands while I'm gone.
A special Sabbatical edition of eConnections is still to come, with information about my itinerary, how to follow along (if you wish), and what to expect at the Cathedral while I am away. I will preach and preside at the Cathedral this coming Sunday one more time before heading off, so - hopefully - I will see you there.
Bits & Bobs
Database Updates. One more time... Joe Anand-Obleton will be at the back of the church following services this coming Sunday to update our parish database. We are often missing dates - birth, anniversary, baptism, confirmation, etc - so if you have not done so already, please check with Joe to make sure the information we have on file is current, complete, and correct. You can also email Joe to inquire at office@stjamessouthbend.org.
New Happenings Summer Camp. This summer camp program for children whose parents (one or both) are incarcerated concludes tomorrow at Camp Alexander Mack in Milford. Please keep children and camp leaders alike in your prayers they come to the end of their time together.
Communion by Extension. Nan Noecker will serve as the Designated Eucharistic Visitor this Sunday morning at St. Paul's Church, Mishawaka, offering Holy Communion from the Cathedral altar that was consecrated for this purpose at our Friday Noon Eucharist. Thank you, Nan, for sharing this Sacramental ministry with our friends at St. Paul's!
And, finally... The Retirees have begun rehab work on the cabinets in the Cathedral kitchen. The plan is to reface the existing cabinets, paint the interiors, and replace the hardware. Removing the old linoleum from beneath the kitchen sink is already a dramatic improvement :)
Blessings,
Brian
This Week: Michael & Joe Anand-Obleton and Catherine Craker
This Week at the Cathedral
Saturday, July 27
No Events Scheduled
Sunday, July 28
Fr. Brian Grantz's last Sunday before sabbatical
The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Year B, Proper 12, Track Two
8:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite One
8:45 am Database Updates
9:15 am Adult Forum
Michael & Joe Anand-Obleton and Catherine Craker
10:30 am Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
11:45 am Hospitality Hour and Database Updates
Monday, July 29
Cathedral Offices: Closed
No Events Scheduled
Tuesday, July 30
Cathedral Offices: 9:oo am - 1:30 pm
7:00 pm Film: The Philadelphia Eleven
Cathedral Conference Room
Wednesday, July 31
Cathedral Offices: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
No Events Scheduled
Thursday, August 1
Cathedral Offices: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Fr. Brian's sabbatical begins
No Events Scheduled
Friday, August 2
Cathedral Offices: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
12:05 pm Holy Eucharist
12:45 pm Community Lunch
Dorbin's Old Town Tap
Saturday, August 3
No Events Scheduled
Sunday, August 4
The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Year B, Proper 13, Track Two
8:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite One
10:30 am Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
11:45 am Hospitality Hour
Sunday Ministries
July 28, 2024
8:00 am
Lector Kate Lee
Eucharistic Minister Volunteer Needed
9:15 am
Adult Forum Michael & Joe Anand-Obleton; Catherine Craker
10:30 am
Lectors Bunmi Okanlami & Celeste Hilliard
Acolyte Kirk Philippsen
Eucharistic Ministers Stephen Drendall & Mary Beth Wright
Ushers Nicole Pinter & Erica Vitale
Hospitality Host Daughters of the King
Tuesday, July 30
Counters Elaine Mick & Nan Noecker
Friday, August 2
Folder Peg Swadener
Cathedral Community Prayer List
For Patty.
For the repose of the soul of Dave Miller, and for Alice.
For Sandy McCarthy, who is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
For Laurie, niece of Nan Noecker.
For Joni Carlson, who continues treatment of an ongoing issues.
For Peg Swadener, who is recuperating from successful knee replacement surgery.
For Deacon Anne Wietstock, who continues healing following shoulder reconstruction surgery.
For Patty Hans, who continues her convalescence following foot surgery.
For Mike Jaworski, who is now back at home convalescing; and for Lisa.
For Don Zigler.
For Michael, son of Diane Hoist, and his family.
For Joseph Hilliard
For Mary Beth Wright.
For Tim Haywood, and Janice.
Charlie
Dale
Nancy
Fred & Kate Mast
Wade & Sue Sheets
Cobie
Chris Huffman
Donna
Paula Fowler
Wendy
Canon Tina Velthuizen's grand-nephew, Jordan, who is struggling
Connor Gibbons
Olivia, who has leukemia, and her family
Sheila & family
Vince
Amber
Sandy
John G
Dede
John Monroe, brother of Sue Fain
Caitlin H
Steve B
The LaFiero family
Sharron McGowan
Bernard
Rhonda
Tammy, daughter of Tony Molnar
Alan Thompson
Peju, Bunmi, and the Okanlami family
Tony Molnar
Dan & Gail Mandell
Ron Gunn
Alissa Broussara
Cherryl Andries; Becky Ballentine; Marge Johnson; Jo Dorsch; Sharron McGowan; Joyce Marchant; Fr. Paul Tracy; Richard Bitner
Al Caparell; Tony Lemna; Mike; Denise & Demetrius
For those awaiting the birth or adoption of a child: Megan & Philip Drendall.
For those preparing for Holy Baptism: Finnegan Patty Hillak (Jan 12, 2025)
For those preparing for Holy Orders: Nan Noecker, diaconate
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