The weekly newsletter of the Cathedral of St. Philip · Serving Atlanta and the World · December 1, 2024
NOMINEES FOR THE CHAPTER CLASS OF 2027
The Cathedral Nominating Committee has submitted the following slate of candidates, approved by the Chapter, to be voted on by the parish at the annual Parish Meeting, which will take place on Sunday, December 8 at 10 a.m. in Child Hall. Geoff DeLong continues his two-year term as Senior Warden. The Nominating Committee has nominated Mary Hall Perrin as Junior Warden for 2025-2026. Their biographies are on page 4.
SUSAN GANTT
Susan has been active at the Cathedral for 21 years and is currently involved in Education for Ministry, and Episcopal Church Women, and serves on the Funeral Guild, Altar Guild, and as a Lay Eucharistic Minister. She is a retired epidemiologist, and is currently a Master of Divinity student at Candler School of Theology at Emory University. In the local community she serves at a food pantry and mentors high school and college students. She’s also served on several parent councils, as well as advisory boards at the CDC. Susan and her husband, Stewart, are the parents of Charlotte, Bill and Mac.
HAVEN LONG
Haven has been a Cathedral member for her entire life! A few of her recent involvements include: President of ECW, Children’s Chapel leader, Education for Ministry, and Newcomers Committee. In a previous term on the Cathedral Chapter, she served as Treasurer for three years. Professionally, Haven is the Assistant Director of Development for the Atlanta Speech School. She enjoys board governance and served on the Emmaus House Board of Advisors. Haven and Randy are parents to Lilly, a recent college graduate, and Charlie, a college student.
TRISH LEWIS
Trish is a cradle Episcopalian and a member of St. Philip’s since 2018. She currently volunteers with several committees and groups, including Stewardship, Ricks-Wheeler Grants, Homeless Requiem, Church of the Common Ground, and Cathedral Giving By Design. Professionally, she works in the Commercial Property Insurance field. She has also served on advisory boards, and volunteers with civic groups such as the Daughters of the American Revolution, Ronald McDonald House and Backpack Buddies. Trish and her husband, Michael, live in Brookhaven and have recently become first-time grandparents. She also enjoys travel, music and tending to her vegetable garden.
MARY CHASE MIZE
Mary Chase Mize has been an active member of St. Philip’s for the past five years. A few of her activities here include: leading Community of Hope, Lector and Intercessor, Eucharistic Minister, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) facilitator, and Homeless Requiem Planning Committee. Professionally she is an Assistant Professor at Agnes Scott College for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate program, as well as an undergraduate psychology instructor. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and has a small private practice. In the community Mary Chase serves on various boards. Many in the Diocese will know Mary Chase from her work as co-author and professional consultant of The Keep/Watch Project, the suicide prevention ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta.
A cradle Episcopalian, Doug has been active at St. Philip’s since 2007. He supports worship here on two Usher Teams and previously as a Eucharistic Minister, and also served on the Cathedral Towers Board. Professionally he is the Operations Manager for Data Center construction at Brasfield & Gorrie, Atlanta. He’s also volunteered with the Kyle Pease Foundation, Atlanta Tool Bank, and City of Refuge. Doug also enjoys long distance running, swimming and cycling. When Doug and his wife, Jeannice, are here serving the Cathedral community, their twelve year old English Bulldog, Winston, holds the fort down at home!
FRED ROSE
Fred Rose has been part of the Cathedral community since 2000, and has served in many ministries over the years, including spirituality and contemplative programs. Most will recognize him as a member of the Cathedral Schola and Choir. Professionally, Fred works with medical schools and hospitals across the south as Regional Account Manager for McGraw Hill Professional. In the wider world he is a member of: the Most Venerable Order of Saint John, the High Museum of Art, and the Atlanta Botanical Garden. He’s currently secretary for his HOA Board. Fred enjoys music, art, travel, history and world culture.
DOUG HALL
This SUNDAY
DECEMBER 1, 2024 · The First Sunday of Advent, Year C Jeremiah 33:14-16 • Psalm 25:1-9 • 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 • Luke 21:25-36
8:45, 11:15 A.M., AND 4 P.M.: IN-PERSON AND ONLINE
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Paul Manz (1919-2009), E’en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come
11:15 A.M. LA SANTA EUCARISTÍA, MIKELL CHAPEL
Officiant and Preacher: The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval
4:00 P.M. ADVENT PROCESSION WITH LESSONS AND CAROLS, CATHEDRAL
Officiant: The Very Rev. Sam Candler
Cathedral Choir:
The Great O Antiphons
Judith Weir (b. 1954), Drop down, ye heavens, from above
“Lo, he comes with clouds descending” Helmsley
Boris Ord (1897-1961), Adam lay ybounden
“Redeemer of the nations, come” Veni Redemptor gentium
Paul Manz (1919-2009), E’en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come
“Come, thou Redeemer of the earth” Puer nobis
Herbert Howells (1892-1983), A Spotless Rose
“Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming” Es ist ein Ros entsprungen
Claude Goudimel (c. 1520-1572), Comfort, comfort ye my people
“The great forerunner of the morn” The Truth from above
Melissa Dunphy (b. 1980), O Oriens
“The angel Gabriel from heaven came” Gabriel’s Message
Javier Busto (b. 1949), Ave Maria
Herbert Howells (1892-1983), Magnificat (Gloucester Cathedral)
Elizabeth Poston (1905-1987), Jesus Christ the apple tree
“O come, O come, Emmanuel” Veni, veni Emmanuel
Friday, January 24
Welcome Home Party
Saturday, January 25
Designer Panel and Tour of Homes
Tickets Now on Sale
NEW TRAFFIC PATTERNS
HOLIDAY CONCERT
with members of the Atlanta Symphony Brass Tuesday, December 3, 7:30 p.m., Cathedral Enjoy an evening of magnificent music and world-class musicianship as the members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s world-renowned brass and percussion sections return to the Cathedral of St. Philip to present their seventh annual holiday concert! The program will feature traditional holiday carols and beloved standards from the symphonic orchestra repertoire in some of the finest arrangements for brass ensemble and percussion. This concert has fast become one of Atlanta’s most beloved new holiday traditions, so treat yourself and those you love to a breathtakingly spectacular night of music in the sumptuous acoustical grandeur of the Cathedral of St. Philip. This is a holiday concert not to be missed! Purchase tickets at cathedralATL.org/music.
After a fun and prayerful groundbreaking ceremony earlier in November, the Good Faith Chapel is underway! Traffic patterns into and out of the Cathedral parking lot will change beginning Monday, December 2 and throughout construction.
!• On weekdays, the Andrews Drive driveway will be closed in both directions. All cars will enter and exit at Peachtree Road; pedestrians can access the Cathedral campus from Andrews Drive via the stone path at the Lanier House or a new sidewalk leading to Mikell Chapel.
• On weekends, the Andrews Drive driveway will be one-way only into the parking lot. All cars will exit at Peachtree Road. Pedestrians can access the Cathedral campus from Andrews Drive via the driveway, the stone path at the Lanier House, or a new sidewalk leading to Mikell Chapel.
We have worked with the Georgia Department of Transportation to change the traffic light timing at Peachtree Road. As always, please drive slow, use courtesy, and exercise patience. For more information, contact David Rocchio, drocchio@ cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1033. Thank you!
The CATHEDRAL of ST. PHILIP
The Very Rev. Samuel G. Candler, Dean
Dale Adelmann, Ph.D., Canon for Music
The Rev. Canon David E. Boyd III, Canon for Pastoral Care
The Rev. Canon Ashley Carr, Canon for Parish Life
The Rev. Canon George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar
The Rev. Canon Julia B. Mitchener, Canon for Mission
The Rev. Salmoon Bashir, Curate for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations
The Rev. Deacon Linda Rosengren
The Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries and Pastoral Care
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WARDENS
Geoff DeLong continues his two-year term as Senior Warden. The Nominating Committee has nominated Mary Hall Perrin as Junior Warden for 2025-2026.
GEOFF D E LONG
Geoff has been a Cathedral member for 25 years, and currently serves as a Finance Committee member, Usher Chair-of-the-day, Lector and Intercessor, and Endowment Board and Building Committee member. In Geoff’s previous term on the Chapter he also served as Treasurer, as well as Treasurer for the Friends of Cathedral Music Board, and on several Stewardship Committees. Geoff participates in the Thursday Morning Men’s Group, and in Old Fashioned Sunday School. In the community, he’s been involved with Holy Innocents’ Touchdown Club, the Wofford College Alumni Advisory Board, and North Atlanta Baseball Foundation. Professionally, Geoff is Managing Director of Fixed Income Investments at Crawford Investment Counsel. He and his wife, Dorsey, have four children, two teenagers and two young adults: Mary Stewart, Harrison, Sims, and Pruit.
MARY HALL PERRIN
Mary joined the Cathedral in 1976 and was the Honorary Chair of the 2024 Cathedral Giving by Design. She also serves on the Cathedral Endowment Board, Friends of Cathedral Music Board, the Funeral Guild, St. Anne’s Guild, Altar Guild and as a Lay Reader. In the past she chaired the Cathedral Antiques Show, served on the Chapter including Junior Warden and on the search committee for the dean and many other Cathedral organizations including the Cathedral Choir. Mary has retired from professional work but currently serves on the HOA Board of Trustees where she lives and has served on boards for garden clubs and neighborhood associations. She is widowed and has adult children and enjoys 7 grandchildren.
PRAYER List
FOR THOSE WITH IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Nikki Greenaway • Bonnie Lamberth
FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL OR RECOVERING:
LONG TERM PRAYERS: R. Huntley Allen • Lucy Baker • Ann and Frank Blackistone, Jr. • Lawrence Booker • Cheryl Bryant • The Bryant Family • Elizabeth Coil • The Crossley Family • Rita Daly • Jerri Darnell • Debbie Dewees • Keith Dumke • Deborah Ellington • Paul Fekete • Phoebe Forio • Tom Frolik • Jenny Ham • Tory Hartness • Gena Inman • Bobby Johnston • Jane Jones • Bennie King • Randi King • Lisa Krysiak • Virginia LaMon • Liza Lanier • Ralph Lewis • Robert Lewis • Stewart Long, Jr. • Jill Mahaffey • Camille Martin • Tommy Mason • Floyd McRae • Sally Menning • Graham Mulling • Susan Myers • Jim Myrick • Charlie Neal • Lori Hegwood Owens • Marian Palmore • Nancy Qarmout • Buddy and Sue Redd • Rubye Reid • Lorraine Reynolds • Barbara Rice • Bob Riggins • Agnes Elizabeth Robertson • Kay Sanders • Nancy Sanders • Louis “Skip” Schueddig • Brandon Stephens • Tommy Truesdale • Susan Wilson • Jonathan Wright
FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Josephine Rose Adams • Kenya Anders • Steve Baker • Bettina Bass • Ray and Pat Bell • Will Benton • Jason Borland • Scott Bouchillon • Jason Brady • Trip Bray • Darnell Brown • Chaz Brownfield • Ann Buckner • Anne Bumbak • Lila Jo Callaway • Roanne Chandraratna • Nicky Chapin • Mika Chorey • Anna Clifford • Ava Corroon • Veta Durman • William Erb • William D. Estes • Kyle Garcia • David Garlock • Ann George • Melinda Miller Greenough • Kerry Gresham • Joanne Dopp Hamlyn • Carole Ann Harris • Davis Hatcher • Gayle Higley • Keith Hinze • Lisa Hoybach • Jane Hunnicutt • Beth Ingle • William Irwin • Marli Iverson • Chris Lemley • Pat Jones • Delores and Lee Josephs • Alex R. King • Neal Littlejohn • Pete Livezey • Carolyn R. Lusk • Lauren Makhlouf • Lisa Reeves Martin • Jim McPherson • Elaine Metcalf • Iris Miller • Melanie Myers • James Neff • Fred Neuschel • Linus Nickel • Stephen Pararo • David Raj • Peggy Reese • Terri Robertson • Pierce Robbins • Jean Rudolph • Einar Sagstuen • Joe Salas • James Sands • Patricia Schooley • Lelia Sinclair • Don Smith • Christopher Smithers • Michael and Kathryn Snider • Esther Rose Spade • Izzy Straus • Brandon Streets • John and Cleary Tanner • Pierson Thames • Leopoldo Velita • Pat Volpicella • Suzette Walling • Jay Whitten • John Wilmer • Cutler Woodfin • Whit A. Wright • Hollis Youngner
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Carolyn Vigtel
ADVENT WREATHS AND THEIR MEANING
by Josh Borden, Flower Guild Co-Chair
When Advent—a season of preparation for the birth of Christ—originated in the fourth century, many thought that it was a representation of new light and life ending the darkness of winter. For this reason, as each week passes, a candle is lit which marks the coming of Christ. One of the great traditions of Advent is the preparation of the Advent Wreath. You will see wreaths in many places around the Cathedral, and there will be an opportunity to create your own Advent Wreaths this Sunday, December 1. Consider looking around your yard for some of the items to help you as you create your wreaths! The greens and materials are rich in symbolism and represent not only our anticipation for the arrival of Christ, but also reference the life he would live.
We want to incorporate the components of Advent wreaths in the wreaths around the Cathedral and provide their meaning:
• The wreath is circular which indicates unending love.
• There are four candles that represent the light of Christ that is coming. Individually they represent hope, peace, joy, and love.
• Evergreens – Everlasting life emerging from the darkness of winter and death
• Holly – representation of the Crown of Thorns that would be placed on Christ’s head during the passion
• Red Berries – represent the blood of Christ
• Pine Cones – symbolize resurrection as pine cones fall from the trees, and seed new trees and new life
• Bay Leaves – represent the message of the Angels “Glory to God”
• Ivy – indicates fidelity
• Rosemary – is used for Remembrance – remembering that out of the darkness comes life and in Christ’s suffering and death, new life arrives with the Resurrection In addition, the wreath as a whole is meant to remind us of both the immortality of our souls and God’s promise of everlasting life to us through Christ.
I hope that having this information will add to your season of Advent and preparation!
OUTREACH
HOW CAN I HELP OTHERS THIS CHRISTMAS?
VOLUNTEER
Habitat for Humanity Christmas Basket Delivery
Saturday Morning, December 7
Help deliver baskets of Christmas goodies to residents of Habitat homes built by the Cathedral through the years. Sign up at cathedralATL.org/habitatbaskets
Caroling Party with Residents of Parish Grove
Saturday, December 7, 2 p.m.
Join the Allegro Choir and our neighbors at Parish Grove for an hour of festive singing and fellowship. Your presence is what’s most valued, but trays of sweet or savory snacks to share are also appreciated.
LaAmistad Holiday Parties
Tuesday, December 17, 3:30 p.m. or Wednesday, December 18, 3:30 p.m
Help spread cheer among students in the cathedral’s after school tutoring program by serving refreshments and assisting with games and a gift exchange.
Church of the Common Ground Christmas Luncheon Friday, December 20, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m
Help welcome and serve a holiday meal to our friends from Church of the Common Ground or bake homemade cookies in advance to serve for dessert.
DONATE
Habitat Christmas Baskets
Prepare or purchase holiday items for residents of Habitat for Humanity homes built by the Cathedral. Please note items must be brought to the Cathedral by Friday, December 6. Visit cathedralATL.org/habitatbaskets to sign up.
St. Monica’s Guild Toy Drive
Through December 15
Bring new, unwrapped gifts to the bins in the Atrium through December 15 for kids all over Atlanta. You can also make a donation and learn more at cathedralATL.org/toydrive.
Provide Emergency Assistance for a Neighbor in Need
The Cathedral’s Discretionary Fund for the Needy provides short term help with food, clothing, shelter, and other life essentials for community members experiencing an emergency. Donate at cathedralATL.org/discretionary.
For more information about these and other outreach opportunities through the Cathedral, please contact the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener, julia.mitchener@cathedralATL.org or 404-365-1083.
SPIRITUALITY
ADVENT QUIET DAY
The Promise of Advent: A Day of Reflection and Renewal
Saturday, December 7
9:30 a.m.–2 p.m., Lanier House
Step away from the busyness of the season and join us for a quiet day of spiritual reflection and renewal. Canon George Maxwell and Mary Hunter Maxwell will guide us on a journey through the Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. We will explore how these virtues shape our preparation for Christ’s coming—past, present, and future.
Through scripture readings, reflective prompts, and simple spiritual practices, we will deepen our awareness of God’s presence in our lives. The day will include time for journaling, silence, and prayer, culminating in a closing Eucharist with an opportunity for sharing.
Whether you are seeking stillness, spiritual growth, or a meaningful way to enter into the season of Advent, this Quiet Day offers a sacred space to pause, listen, and prepare your heart.
• What to Bring: A Bible, a journal, a pen, and a heart open to reflection.
• Cost: $25 (lunch is included)
If you have any questions, please contact Jeannie Mahood at jmahood@cathedralatl.org
Come and rediscover the promise of Advent—a promise of God’s light breaking into our waiting, our preparing, and our longing.
ORDER YOUR DINNER FROM BELA!
Bela Yemane, the Cathedral’s resident caterer, offers prepared meal pick ups every week on Sundays until 3 p.m. Bela’s menu changes each week and can be found at cathedralATL.org/bela. Orders must be placed on the Friday preceding Sunday’s pick up, and you can order by emailing Bela at belayeman@gmail.com.
CHILDREN’S Ministry
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT SIGN UPS
Sundays through December 8
10:10 a.m., Atrium
Children ages 4 - 5th grade are invited to join our cast of sheep, shepherds, angels, soldiers, stars, and the holy family. Sign ups will take place in the Atrium at 10:10 a.m. and must be done in person. Please contact Lynn Wilmoth, Director of Children’s Ministries, lwilmoth@cathedralATL.org for questions or more information.
A NIGHT WITH ST. NICHOLAS
Wednesday, December 4
5:30 p.m., Child Hall and Mikell Chapel
Join us in Child Hall at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and in Mikell Chapel at 6:15 p.m. for a special Advent liturgy celebrating the life of St. Nicholas. Leave your shoes in the hallway outside of the Chapel and you will find a surprise from our special guest! This evening is for the young at heart and anyone filled with joy by the mystery of Christmas. Register at cathedralATL.org/stnick. Contact Lynn Wilmoth, Director of Children’s Ministries, lwilmoth@cathedralATL.org for questions or more information.
ATLANTA GAY MEN’S CHORUS 44TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT
Friday, December 20, 8 p.m.
Saturday, December 21, 2 p.m.
Saturday December 21, 6 p.m.
The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus is back with their 44th Annual Holiday Concert. This holiday show at the Cathedral is an Atlanta tradition that is not to be missed. This year the show will be on the third weekend in December and the chorus will be joined by a jazz combo to bring you holiday favorites and the combination of beauty, camp, power, and joy that only the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus can. Buy tickets at voicesofnote.org.
ST. VERONICA’S GUILD EPIPHANY DRIVE RETURNS TO THE ATRIUM IN JANUARY
In Epiphany the Wise Men came from the East, bringing gifts to the Christ Child. In this Epiphany the wise women of St. Veronica’s Guild will be coming to the Atrium for their annual Epiphany Drive to raise funds for their gifts of toiletries to four Atlanta ministries. The Drive, St. Veronica’s wise women will tell you, will help underwrite costs for the toiletries they give six times during the year to help Emmaus House, Church of the Common Ground, Holy Comforter Friendship Center, and Crossroads Community Ministries serve thousands of our Atlanta neighbors who struggle with poverty, housing and health challenges. Watch the Cathedral Times and the Outreach e-newsletter to learn more about this ministry and visit cathedralATL.org/toiletries to donate.
Christmas ALTAR FLOWERS
We will once again have beautiful floral arrangements and decorations in our sacred spaces this Christmas, with your help! Donations are appreciated throughout the Christmas season.
Your donation can be made in memory of or thanksgiving for a loved one using the form below or online at cathedralATL.org/christmasflowers. Volunteers will be in the Atrium to collect donations before and after services on Sunday, December 1, 8, and 15 as well as before and after Christmas Lessons & Carols on Sunday, December 22 at 4 p.m. Those received on or before December 16 will be listed in the Christmas service leaflet. Those received after that date will be listed online only.
If you use the form below, please include a check with your request, made payable to The Cathedral of St. Philip. While any gift is appreciated, a minimum of $125 per printed line is suggested. Checks and forms should be sent to: The Cathedral of St. Philip, Attn.: Hillary Jones, 2744 Peachtree Rd., NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. You may also make arrangements by contacting Liz Aull, 404-365-1034, or laull@cathedralATL.org.
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This
Sunday at a Glance
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Mikell Chapel
8:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral
10:10 a.m. Old Fashioned Sunday School Child Hall
10:10 a.m Living Faith Room 239
10:10 a.m. YP Sunday School Room 368
10:10 a.m Godly Play Parents Class Room 316
10:10 a.m Youth Sunday School Room 368
10:10 a.m Godly Play Third floor above the Atrium
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Cathedral
11:15 a.m. La Santa Eucaristía Mikell Chapel
1:15 p.m. Enjoy Biblical Greek! Room 239 and online
4 p.m. Advent Procession with Lessons and Carols Cathedral
5:30 p.m. Advent Wreathmaking and Spaghetti Supper Room 382
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Advent Procession with Lessons & Carols
This Sunday, December 1 Organ Prelude at 3:40 p.m. Service at 4 p.m.
