October 2015 Prayer & Action

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Generosity: The Secret of Happiness

GENEROSITY CHANGES EVERYTHING AWAKEN TO YOUR DREAMS OCTOBER/15

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Prayer & Action Prayer & Action I October 2015

Dean & Rector ɪ The Very Rev. Carol Wade > cwade@ccclex.org Associate Dean ɪ The Rev. Brent Owens > bowens@ccclex.org Associate for Youth & Young Adults ɪ The Rev. Kate Byrd > kbyrd@ccclex.org Deacon ɪ The Rev. Paula Ott > paula@ccclex.org Minister of Christian Formation ɪ Dr. Elizabeth Conrad > elizabeth@ccclex.org Canon Musician ɪ Canon Erich Balling > eballing@ccclex.org Music Assistant ɪ Kathleen Balling > kballing@ccclex.org Assistant Organist ɪ Lisa Hall > lhall@ccclex.org Parish Administrator ɪ Lesa Wehrle > lwehrle@ccclex.org Parish Secretary ɪ Margaret Christensen > mchristensen@ccclex.org Communications Director ɪ Ashley Goodrich > agoodrich@ccclex.org Nursery Coordinator ɪ Michelle Dunlap > mdunlap@ccclex.org Financial Assistant ɪ Linda Critchfield > lcritchfield@ccclex.org Facilities Manager ɪ John Hodgman > jhodgman@ccclex.org Sexton ɪ Joe Agee Vestry Tracey Meyers, Senior Warden ɪ Caywood Prewitt, Junior Warden ɪ Lance Churchill ɪ Dan Dorsett ɪ Robert Fugate ɪ Ann Whitney Garner ɪ Anne Garrett ɪ Lamar Grimes ɪ Tim Lucas ɪ Gwen Mathews ɪ John Perrine ɪ Amanda Tudor ɪ Jim Ware, Treasurer

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OCTOBER PRAYER Lord of Peace, rule our hearts, that where there is hatred, we sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where they is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy.

Lord of Peace, make us instruments of your peace. Amen.

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ABOUT THE COVER The beautiful dancers from the Latino Blend Gallery Hop

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CONTENTS

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Generosity: The Secret of Happiness

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Welcome Back The Rev. Gabriel Ferrer!

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Generosity Changes Everything

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Christ Church Cathedral Wins Golden Apple Award for Harrison School Ministry!

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Awaken to Your Dreams

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Bringing thr Weekly Collect to the Here and Now

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Thanks for a Great Youth Seeker Scramble!

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All Saints, All Souls & Halloween

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Our Habitat House is Nearly Done!

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Newcomer Social Hour

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Music Notes

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Theology on Tap is on the Move!

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The Holiday Bake and Craft Sales

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Grace Notes

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Latino Art Blend Gallery Hop & Gala

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Bulletin Board

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Birthdays

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Generosity: The Secret of Happiness

THE VERY REVEREND CAROL WADE Dean & Rector

When we generously share our resources with others, we are offering what God has already gifted to us.

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e are made for each other. When we are generous, we are being the people God made us to be. Scripture reminds us that all good gifts come from God, whose purpose is to make us whole, to make us one, and to make our lives a blessing for others

(James 1: 17-18).

Offering our time, our spiritual gifts, and our financial resources takes practice. But the rewards are many. Studies show that people who generously share their time, treasure and talent with others experience increased happiness.

Generosity changes everything.

When we generously share our resources with others, we are offering what God has already gifted to us. In this way, generosity is an exchange of holiness. It is communion with God. It connects us one to another and brings peace and joy beyond compare.

Our culture wants us to believe that buying things and getting things will make us happy, but as people of faith, we know that by grace and by practice, it is in giving that we receive and in sharing that we are made whole.

How grateful I am for the innumerable ways in which you practice generosity at Christ Church and beyond. Preparing breakfast, repairing our facilities, teaching, praying and connecting with others are just some of the ways in which you share your spiritual gifts. As we move deeper into this season of generosity, I urge you to prayerfully consider

how God is calling you to step up to the next level in financially supporting God’s mission at Christ Church Cathedral.

On Sunday, November 1, which is our Consecration Sunday, we will celebrate God’s generosity in our lives, our faithful response, and our commitment to fulfilling God’s purposes for us.

Discovering our soul purpose is about learning how to share the many gifts and resources God has given us for the good of others. Generosity unites us to our soul purpose— to love God, care for each other and serve the world. And the fruit of generosity is this: the deep joy and peace that comes from God alone. Please join me in prayer as we enter this life-giving season of generosity at Christ Church Cathedral.

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GENEROSITY

WELCOME BACK THE REVEREND GABRIEL FERRER!

By The Very Rev. Carol Wade

hrist Church Cathedral is happy to welcome back The Reverend Gabriel Ferrer as our guest preacher on Consecration Sunday, November 1. Gabriel is an artist and Episcopal priest born and raised in Los Angeles, and with deep roots in Kentucky. The third of four children born to actor Jose Ferrer and singer Rosemary Clooney, Gabri spent many a summer as a young boy with his mother's family in Kentucky, and much to his his delight. He worked as Associate rector of All Saints' Beverly Hills for fourteen years and most recently has been asked to shepherd a small congregation and school in Southern California as both vicar and school head. He lives with his wife, the singer Debby Boone, in Sherman Oaks, CA, where they are proud parents of four grown children and are newly minted grandparents. And yes, his cousin George often appears in fabulous movies. You can follow Gabri's exploits at www. stmartinswinnetka.org.

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GENEROSITY

GENEROSITY CHANGES EVERYTHING

Consecration Sunday is Sunday, November 1 very generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, comes from God. God gives us good gifts and trusts that we will be generous because generosity changes everything. James 1:17-25. When we are generous with our resources for God’s work, God promises to “open the windows of heaven” and pour out blessings upon us. Malachi 3:10.

Consecration Sunday, November 1, is our opportunity to prayerfully talk with God about what we are called to generously give to support God’s work through Christ Church Cathedral. The ministries and work of Christ Church Cathedral are many and extraordinary.

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We also know that God is calling us to new and exciting ministries within this Cathedral, in our community and in the world.

We ask that everyone consider taking a step up in their generosity this year. We are looking forward to an exciting year of ministry and to increasing our rainy day fund, as our building needs are many.

Generosity truly changes everything. We know in our hearts that when we give, we flourish. Nothing brings more contentment and happiness than when we give for others.

The reasons we come to Christ Church Cathedral are many. Think of what this community of faith means to you. Then please prayerfully consider how God working in you is calling you to respond.

On Sunday, November 1, during worship we will prayerfully talk with God about what percentage of our income God is calling us to give for God’s work through this Cathedral. We ask that everyone consider completing an

Estimate of Giving card, which will then be blessed at the altar. After the 8:45 and 11:00am services we will have a celebration brunch, and a reception following the 6:00pm Sanctuary service.

We are grateful for your participation in Consecration Sunday!

Generosity Chairs Robert Fugate Amanda Tudor

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The Characteristics of a Biblical Giver • Intentional Being intentional means to prayerfully develop a plan and then to live the plan. 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 • Regular Being regular means that we follow our intentional plan, and that we give regularly, whenever and however we receive income. 1 Corinthians 16:2 • Generous Being generous is at the heart of all giving because God is a generous giver. 2 Corinthians 9:8 • First The Bible calls this “first fruits." We give to God first, rather than only giving God our leftovers. Deuteronomy 26:1-2 • Proportional The biblical standard for percentage giving is the tithe, 10 percent of our income for the work of the Gospel. A touching story of proportional giving is found in Mark 12:41-44.

• Cheerful “God loves a cheerful giver.” When we practice the other five characteristics of a biblical giver, we become cheerful givers. 2 Corinthians 9:7 If the goal of generosity is to grow in our relationship with God. Which of these characteristics do I need to practice to grow in my relationship with God? -- Adapted from Ask, Thank, Tell by Charles R. Lane

CITY REACH

CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL WINS GOLDEN APPLE AWARD FOR HARRISON SCHOOL MINISTRY!

By The Rev. Brent Owens

hrist Church Cathedral was the winner of one of five “Golden Apple Awards” this year for it’s ministry with Harrison Elementary School, one of the poorest schools in the district. The Fayette County Public Schools gives “Golden Apple Awards” each year to “high-performance community partners that provide an exceptional commitment of time, energy and expertise to individual schools or the Fayette County district as a whole.” At Commerce Lexington’s Good Morning Bluegrass breakfast, president and CEO Bob Quick praised the Golden Apple winners for 2014-2015. “These are the change-makers – transforming our community at the grassroots level,” Quick said, nodding toward the five honorees selected

by Fayette County Public Schools. “You’re really reshaping who we are and who we can become.”

Golden Apple Award winners invest quality time, energy and expertise in the district or specific schools through committed programs that benefit the whole county. CPLT chair Laura Hatfield called them the best and brightest, noting, “They give of their time and their hearts to students who need it the most.” Alice Nelson, who coordinated the event for FCPS, also commended the honorees for building relationships over time and developing initiatives that target students’ needs. “I think we’ve seen some real heroes today.”

Christ Church Cathedral won for it’s exceptional ministry with Harrison School. Christ Church Cathedral has partnered with Harrison Elementary for many years to tutor first,

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second and third graders who are reading below grade level.

And last year, we added math tutoring. As a result of Cathedral members’ tutoring, most students more than double their reading speed! The Cathedral’s ministry with Harrison also includes: Angel Tree (Christmas gifts for children at the school who might not have much of a Christmas); collecting and donating school supplies and money for supplies; and donations to help the Harrison library purchase books so the children can compete in state-wide reading competitions.

Want to be part of this ministry? Contact Loys Mather, loysmather@gmail.com, 299-8569; or Mary Mc Lisle, marymclisle@msn.com, 252-4965.

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SPIRITUALITY

AWAKEN TO YOUR DREAMS

By Dr. Elizabeth Conrad

id you know your dreams are offering you information every night that can help you understand your deepest desires and your daily challenges and encounters and help you develop your full potential regardless of your age? As Epispocal priest John Sanford said, "the dream is God’s forgotten language." Most of us pay little attention to these generous messages that are continually sent our way. We must learn to listen to God in this way. Every night we are given this opportunity through images and story. When we learn to unpack the messages of the dream, we can then embrace our most passionate and alive energy.

Diana McKendree, a Jungian spiritual director and psychotherapist with over 30 years of international experience, working with the dreams of individuals and groups, invites us to join her on Friday, October 23 at 7:00pm at Christ Church Cathedral for an hour and a half presentation. Venture outside your familiar framework of understanding and

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learn about this metaphorical language that guides people to live into their authentic creative selves. All are welcome.

A workshop is being offered on Saturday, October 24 9:30am - 4:00pm. The fee is $25 for the day. Register online at ccclex.org. Contact elizabeth@ccclex.org with any questions. No previous experience necessary. Lunch is included. Childcare is available for both days with an RSVP. Join us Sunday morning, October 25 at 10:00am for the Forum in the Great Hall to hear Diana.

SPIRITUALITY

BRINGING THE WEEKLY COLLECT TO THE HERE AND NOW

By Susan H. Stempel

n a room full of delegates at the 2012 General Convention in Indianapolis, seeds of innovation were sprouting in the mind of one of the attendees, Holli Powell—seeds that would grow into podcasts discussing the weekly Collectives from the Prayer Book.

No newcomer to being a part of the Episcopal church, she has served under Bishop Sauls and Bishop Hahn, as Financial Director.

Powell’s degree is in business, specializing in finance and accounting, but her spiritual feelings lead her to to work and serve. Now she is Vice President for Finance and Operations in Berea for Mountain Association for Community Economic Development (MACED), a non-profit organization that works to alleviate poverty in Appalachia.

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Besides a full-time job, and being a single mother to six year-old daughter Chelsea, she is co-leading a weekly pod cast, Collect Call, with Brendan O’Sullivan-Hale. Operating under the auspices of a larger organization called Acts 8 begun at the 2012 Convention, Collect Call is truly innovative.

Brendan lives in Indianapolis, Holli in Lexington. The podcast is made by the two SKYPING with one another— Holli in her living room, Brandon whereever he is, as he frequently travels. She records her voice and sends it to Brandan and he edits and assembles the finalized product. They usually open the podcast bantering with one another and then get down to the particular Collect of the week. It’s an interesting, personal look at how they interpret the Collect and applying it to the here and now.

Brendan with his degree in Religion brings a deep background in Biblical study. Holli sees herself as bringing the “normal person” perspective. They are a good blend and have already attracted an audience of about 300, sometimes growing to 500. They have

been producing the weekly podcasts since Easter of 2014. They aren’t paid and any donations are used to buy Facebook ads or other special media to promote Collect Call.

Holli and Chelsea joined Christ Church in 2013. While visiting Christ Church, Chelsea pronounced it as their new church because her best friend, Patrick Combs, attends. Her Mom agreed.

This year Holli was again a delegate to General Convention in Salt Lake City. After Holli had asked a question during the meeting, another delegate walked up to Holli and said, “I heard your voice….you’re the ‘podcast girl!”

Getting pretty close to fame!

So what does she hope to happen with Collect Call? She hopes for others to create podcasts too—talking about their faith stories. For now though, she says, “I’m really thankful for the Cathedral and that we were so welcomed.

I feel so blessed that we found Christ Church.”

Hear Collect Call at: <http://www. acts8movement.org/the-collect-call/>

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YOUTH

THANKS FOR A GREAT YOUTH SEEKER SCRAMBLE!

By The Rev. Kate Byrd

ur biggest fundraiser of the year was a success! The 6th Annual Bluegrass Sotheby’s Youth Seeker Scramble and Grimes Family Bidding BBQ raised a net of $4,500, and we couldn’t be happier about it. With our new team, consisting of Bob Voll, Trish Voll, Erin Baldecchi, Tanya Graf, Drew Byrd, and John Baston, we were all hands on deck in planning, preparing, and executing this multifaceted event. Many thanks are owed to this team who worked so hard to raise sponsorships, sign up golfers, organize a tournament, and feed the masses. We also can’t forget all of you who supported this event and the funds raised through sponsoring holes, swinging golf clubs, and eating barbeque! Thanks for all the generosity of time, talent and treasure that made this event such a success. The money raised will go to our scholarship fund, which supports mission trips, pilgrimages, and camp. These life-changing opportunities allow our students to see God beyond the church walls, and bring the love of Christ out into the world!

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CHILDREN

CALL ALL CHILDREN! OCTOBER 29, 5-6PM All Saints, All Souls and Halloween!

By Dr. Elizabeth Conrad

ow blessed we are to be in a church that celebrates the heros and heroines in our lives! A saint is like a window who lets the light shine through, which helps us to see God. Some of the saints we hear of most often are: St. Francis, St. Nicholas, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Catherine of Siena and St. Julian of Norwich. There are many more. I wonder which ones will show up at the Old Episcopal Burying Ground on Thursday October 29, 5:00-6:00pm? Come dressed in your Halloween costume or as your favorite saint. Bring a container to collect treats as we parade from one saint to another!

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CITY REACH house is located at 710 Florida Street, about three fourths of a mile from Christ Church Cathedral.

Julia Escobar de Canas, who will own the home, and her son, Milton, will have put in over 200 hours to complete this house. Julia will have a mortgage payment and homeowner responsibilities like many other people. Milton and his two children live only a few blocks away, so Julia will be able to see her grandchildren often.

We give thanks for all of the Christ Church Cathedral members and friends who helped us raise the funds and build this house, and all who have prepared and served lunches. We especially give thanks for the leadership of Jim Clifton, Betty Jo Palmer, and Lisa Johnson.

Check out photos of the build on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COW.Habitat

OUR HABITAT HOUSE IS NEARLY DONE!

By The Rev. Brent Owens

ur Habitat House is almost finished! This Habitat build is an amazing example of how our God-given spirit of generosity can change the world.

Neighbors said they are looking forward to having Julia as their neighbor, and they feel that building the house has created unity among those who live on Florida Street. In celebration of completing the house, we have two events coming up.

First, there will be a neighborhood cook out on Saturday, October 10, at noon. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to bring anything!

But we need a few folks to help grill, and we need a gas grill.

Please contact Jim Clifton if you can help (jclifton@bluegrassvascular.com).

Second, the house dedication will be on Sunday, October 18, at 2:00pm. Please join us as we pray, give thanks and celebrate the completion of another Habitat House! The

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FELLOWSHIP

NEWCOMER SOCIAL HOUR: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

By The Rev. Brent Owens

re you new to Christ Church Cathedral? If so, please join the Clergy and Musicians of the Cathedral on Friday, October 16 from 6:30-8:30pm at the home of our Canon Musician, Erich Balling and Kathleen Balling our Music Assistant. Erich & Kathleen’s home address is 253 Hays Blvd., Lexington, KY 40509. This will be a very relaxed, informal social hour and appetizers. Children are welcome! You don’t need to bring any¬thing, but please let us know that you are coming by contacting the Reverend Brent Owens bowens@ccclex.org, or 254-4497. Thanks and see you there!

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Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. -- Romans 15:7

MUSIC

MUSIC NOTES

By Kathleen Balling

CHORISTER PROMOTIONS! Chorister promotions were Sunday, September 20th, at Evensong. Sixteen choristers were promoted to new levels. Our Choristers follow the Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) Voice for Life Training program. This program encourages individual progress in a team setting. Choristers receive training in music theory and history, Christian Ed, vocal pedagogy and leadership. Choristers advance based on their demonstrated skill level and understanding.

Beginning choristers receive their Cotta (white part of their vestments); Juniors wear light blue ribbons; Middlers have dark blue; Senior choristers wear red; Scholars wear yellow ribbons. All have the RSCM medallion depicting St. Cecelia, the patron saint of music. We also have choristers who have achieved Bronze (green ribbon) and Silver (purple ribbon) Awards, with the RSCM shield as the medallion. These are national awards for which choristers take an “exam” given by an outside musician. We also recognize Choristers in leadership positions. Our Head Choristers are Brennan Burke, Erilyn Jackson, Quentin Prewitt (Girls Choir) Luke Dailey, Charlie Frederick and Ben Gillig as Proctor ( Boys Choir)

ORGAN DEMONSTRATION The Cathedral hosted 215 students and teachers from Ashland Elementary on Thursday September 24th. As part of their focus on the Arts and Community. The students walked from Ashland to hear and see our magnificent pipe organ, see stained glass windows and mosaic floors and take a walk through our Art Gallery. The students were thrilled to sing “The Star Spangled Banner" accompanied by full organ-a first and only, for the majority of them!

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE! Cathedral Imps - ages 4-8, Boys and Girls - Saturday mornings 8:30-9:00am. Schola - Women - Tuesdays 7:008:00pm. Email Kballing@ccclex.org for more info.

UPCOMING EVENTS! The Choirs will be taking orders for Poinsettias and Greens later in October. Cathedral Cakes orders will be taken in November. Don't forget to pre-order yours!

Messiah tickets will be available beginning October 19.

The performance is Friday December 4.

Y O U N G A D U LT S

THEOLOGY ON TAP: ON THE MOVE!

By The Rev. Kate Byrd

he young adults are on the move! We are hopping around to a different venue during the fall season. We began in September at Ethereal/ Middle Fork/Crank & Boom, in the up and coming Distillery District. This opportunity allows us to experience new places, try new brews, and meet new people. We hope to find some awesome new venues, interesting brews, wonderful food, and sacred space in unexpected places. Sharing the good news of the Cathedral Young Adults is a joy as curious bartenders, servers, and patrons ask about our cheerful and interactive group. Join us as we find more great spaces in our beloved community.

Check out our locations and dates: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Mondays at 6:30pm October 5th - Kentucky Native (417 East Maxwell St.) Rain Backup - Charlie Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (816 Euclid Ave.) October 19th - Grey Goose (170 Jefferson St.) November 2nd - Chevy Chase Inn (833 Euclid Ave.) November 16th - Drakes (3347 Tates Creek Rd.)

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Looking Ahead: Sushi Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s return during Advent, every Friday (sushi locations change weekly, stay tuned for listing)!

CITY REACH

THE HOLIDAY BAKE AND CRAFT SALES A Fun (and Delicious!) Way to Support CROSS Ministries

By Lamar Grimes

ver the next few months, you’ll find a variety of opportunities to support the mission and outreach programs of Christ Church Cathedral’s CROSS Ministries. What are these ministries? CROSS over¬sees and funds several of the Cathedral’s most vital outreach programs: The Cupboard, Church Under the Bridge, Emergency Assistance Fund, Harrison Elemen¬tary School, Room in the Inn, and Angel Tree, just to name a few. You can help provide much needed funding to meet critical needs in our community with your purchase of homemade food items and handmade crafts for the holi¬days.

The planning for this year’s Holiday Bake Sale is well underway; in fact the first phase of this event (sign-ups to make and donate items) took place in September. If you missed the sign-ups, don’t worry; there’s always next year!

In the meantime, you can order from an extensive list of delicious homemade foods (list available at the Welcome Desk) beginning Sunday, October 4 through Sunday, October 18th at our table in the Great Hall. Can’t make it to church?

See details on phone orders below. Pick-up day for all items

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is Sunday, November 22nd in the Great Hall. Make the holidays a little less hectic -- let us do the cooking for you!

Bake Sale orders begin on October 4 on a first come, first served basis. A list of items for the bake sale are avail¬able at the Welcome Center. ORDERS MAY BE PLACED IN TWO WAYS: at church between services on Sunday, October 4, 11, 18; or by phone: 8:00am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday, October 5-9, and Monday-Friday, October 12-16 by calling Leslie Cox at 502-863-1919 (Georgetown).

Next is the Holiday Craft Sale which begins the first Sunday of Advent, November 29th. Do you have a special craft you enjoy making and would consider donating for sale? Over the years, the craft sale has included a wide variety of handmade items: jewelry, doll clothing, hand-knit items, Christmas ornaments, paintings, soaps and cleaning products! This is a wonderful way to share your craft while supporting so many needs in our community. To donate items for the Craft Sale, please call Kim Knight at (859) 5769802. For shoppers, the sale will take place each Sunday of Advent in the Great Hall; items will also be available in the Bookstore during regular business hours.

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G R AT I T U D E

GRACE NOTES We often receive words of gratitude and would like to share them with you.

A special thank you to the volunteers and those who donated baked goods for Church Under the Bridge hosted by Christ Church in August. The outpouring of support was overwhelming and wonderful; together we collected 25 dozen cookies and cupcakes to hand out to the homeless along with a hearty meal.

-- Mary Catherine Dorsett, Church Under the Bridge We appreciate your gift in support of the COW Build. Julia is so excited about her new home. Folks like you are changing the lives of families who work hard to ensure they have a decent place to live. Thank you for sharing your resources to bless this family and our community.

-- Rachel Smith Childress, Lexington Habitat for Humanity Thank you for RSVPing to the Fall Fellowship Dinner. Your response allows us to be better stewards of our resources. We would love for everyone to be a part of this event, but we are thankful that you who are unable to attend also let us know.

Thank you! And we hope to see this kind of response to all Cathedral RSVP events, especially the Consecration Sunday Brunch on November 1 -- Lesa Wehrle, Parish Administrator

I want to thank you for all the help you provide to make of this exhibit a success. Please extend my gratitude to all the team of volunteers that did a phenomenal job with all the logistics. By far, I think CCC is one of the best venues here in Lexington not because of the space but because the quality of people around it. Also tell Dean Carol that I am really thankful for the support.

-- Camilo Quintana, Latino Art Blend We give thanks to all who helped with a wonderful Rally Day, especially: The Brotherhood of St. Andrew, who helped set up, cooks the wonderful food, and helped clean up. The Daughters of the King, who organized the receiving of side dishes and putting out food. Dwight Dunlap, Roger BonDurant and Jeff Watson, affectionately known as "Dwight and the Trinitones", for providing fun music.

-- The Rev. Brent Owens, Associate Dean

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ART

LATINO ART BLEND GALLERY HOP & GALA

By Mike Slone

he last two Friday evenings in September expand the richness of our Latino cultures in order to live we were blessed with visitors, art, music it, feel it and enjoy it." You can learn more about the group and dance from several Latino countries. and follow their activities on facebook at casadelcultura.

As I stood in the Garden greeting arrivals hispanadelex. and watching the young dancers display Another opportunity to see the dancers and delve their colorful dresses for the photografurther into Latino culture will come on November 1 at the pher and interact with one another, it struck me how fortu10th annual Festival del Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead nate we are to have this rich cultural diversity Festival) from 5:00-9:00pm at the Old EpisThey joyfully in Lexington. They literally bubbled with warm copal Burying Ground (East Third Street and enthusiasm when they hugged and embraced shared with us Elm Tree Lane) and the Living Art & Science their friends and when they performed danctheir cultural Center. Jump in with both feet and adopt a es from native lands. They joyfully shared gravestone to decorate or just show up at the heritage. with us their cultural heritage. last minute to join in the fun!

Monica Calleja formed Casa de la Cultura Hispana de Lexington for exactly this purpose. She and her group seek to promote Latino culture to the younger generation by offering programs, activities and workshops to teach Latino traditions and history and then help then share what they learn with their neighbors. The groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goals are to develop self-esteem and pride in Latino culture and to try to help young Latinos transition into their new life in Kentucky without losing this rich heritage. Their moto is "We

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BULLETIN BOARD

EVENTS /// BOOKS & BELIEFS, OCTOBER 6 Books and Beliefs meets the first Tuesday of each month. Coffee Hour begins at 10:00am followed by the program at 10:30am. Please attend these lively discussions and bring a guest to one or all of these opportunities for fellowship.

All Christ Church members (men and women) and their guests are welcome.

On October 6, we will discuss A Spool of Blue by Anne Tyler, presented by Wanda Jaquith at the Old Episcopal Burying Ground.

HABITAT HOUSE COOKOUT, OCTOBER 10, & DEDICATION, OCTOBER 18 The Habitat for Humanity house we are building is nearly finished! There will be a neighborhood cookout on Saturday, October 10 at noon. You don’t need to bring anything! But we need a few folks to help grill, and we need a gas grill.

Please contact Jim Clifton at jmclifton@ gmail.com if you can help. The dedication of the house will be on Sunday, October 18 at 2:00pm. Please join us as we pray, give thanks and celebrate the completion of another Habitat House!

The house is located at 710 Florida Street, about three quarters of a mile from Christ Church Cathedral.

CHURCH UNDER THE BRIDGE, OCTOBER 11 On October 11, Christ Church will host Church Under the Bridge at Mission House located at the corner of Martin Luther King Blvd. and Fourth Street.

Volunteers are needed to transport a meal from Christ Church beginning at 1:45pm. We will also need volunteers at the Mission House to set up chairs, serve the meal and break down tables following the service and meal. Finally, we need 15 dozen cookies, homemade or store bought, either is great! Cookies can be dropped off in the Great Hall before or after the 11:00 service on October

11. 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.

ECW LUNCHEON: REACHING OUT BEYOND OUR NEIGHBOR This second Tuesday of the month luncheon invites us to reach beyond our neighbor. The meeting begins at 11:00am. The speaker delivers their program at 11:45am. Lunch follows at approximately 12:15pm, and can be purchased for $10. Please sign up in advance at the Welcome Center. Sponsored by Episcopal Church Women (ECW). On October 13, Kathy Ellingsen will present “The God of Christianity and Allah: Are They the Same?” The program will compare Allah and Jesus.

The speaker has led many Bible study groups and is known for her biblical studies.

CATHEDRAL BOOK GROUP This book group will meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm in the Lambeth Room. Our first book will be 8 Habits of Love: Overcome Fear and Transform Your Life by Ed Bacon. Copies will be available in the Bookstore. Please contact Beth Prewitt, ehprewitt863@ gmail.com or 859-421-9128.

INSTALLATION OF THE 27TH PRESIDING BISHOP, NOVEMBER 1 The Rt. Rev. Michael Bruce Curry, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, was elected and confirmed to be the next Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church at the 78th General Convention on June 27. Bishop Curry is the first African-American to be elected Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church. Bishop Curry will be the 27th Presiding Bishop. A live webcast

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will be available for two events: October 31 at 11:00am, UBE Vigil Celebration at D.C. Armory (live webcast at www. episcopalchurch.org), and November 1 at noon, Installation service at Washington National Cathedral (live webcast at wwww.nationalcathedral.org).

NOTICES /// NEWS FROM THE BOOKSTORE The Christ Church Bookstore is closing out its CD collection with a few exceptions. Come browse, while they last, and buy at $1.00 each. Also, the bookstore will be open after the October 4th Evensong. Finally, show your pride in your church by purchasing and using a CCC logo green reusable grocery bag.

Larger than the standard green grocery bag and featuring a removable insert for greater stability, these bags are a bargain at $2.50 a piece.

REMEMBERING OUR LOVED ONES ON ALL SAINTS Every year we remember those who have died since previous All Saints Day by praying for them by name at the All Saints Evensong. This year's service is at 4:00pm on November 1. If you would like to include someone in this list, please contact Parish Secretary Margaret Christensen at 254-4497 or mchristensen@ccclex.org.

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS NOVEMBER 1 Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday, October 31. November 1 is All Saints Sunday AND Consecration Sunday. You won’t want to miss this phenomenal Sunday in our church!

B I R T H D AY S

OCTOBER

10 Robert Ferguson

15 Douglas Romaine

23 Elizabeth Rudzik

1

Jane Michler

10 Gatewood Gay

16 George Hart

23 Browning VanMeter

1

Isabel Yates

10 Ike Lawrence

16 Ted Hart

24 Becky Fox

2

Sarah Blanchett

10 Alexander Parker

16 Phillip Tibbs

24 Schuyler Robinson

2

Doris Moore

11 Alexander Chapman

17 Ethan Ferguson

25 Sandra Kestner

3

Langston Wilson

11 Louise Lorton

17 Allen Fitzpatrick

26 Autumn Geddes

4

John Winn

11 Tom Underwood

17 Frank Kebbell

27 Kenton Ball

5

Matt Lutz

12 Chris Allen

18 Bella Baldecchi

27 Juliana Gregory

5

Lori Specht

12 Sarah Anderson

18 Barbara Bohart

27 Anne Hinkle

5

Elizabeth Williams

12 Darcy Cassidy

18 Sam Crankshaw

27 Wes Justice

6

Darrell Dennis

12 Rick Dirksen

18 Patti Howard

27 Derrick Langfels

6

Stori Hall

12 Connor Hood

19 Page Mendes

28 Clarissa Hood

6

June Kinkead

12 Brandl Skirvin

19 Barbara Mucci

29 Caroline Bryant

6

Michael Moran

13 Libby Dirksen

19 Frank White

29 Allen McDaniel

6

Alex Ranft

13 Bill acobs

20 Lisa Welch

30 Andy Brice

6

Joshua Tudor

13 Evey Jarvis

21 Webb Dorsett

30 Lee Collins

7

Scott Cole

13 Tazewell Schnabel

22 Cynthia Cole

30 Lucas Conrad

7

Bibie Cook

13 Jay Welch

22 Elizabeth Edelman

30 Siobhan O'Neill

7

Henry Milward

14 Elliott Durbin

22 Tom Yates

30 Susan Pearce

7

Ralph Odima

14 Jessie Ogden

23 John Cole

31 Lu Crehore

10 Mary Barry

14 Hope Parido

23 Lynne McWaters

31 Henry Garrett

10 Precia Chimaren

15 Ann Irwin

23 Luanne Milward

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