June/July 2018 From The Dean . . . “Today is the beginning. Today is the first day of what’s next – the first day of a new era for our city. A city open to all. A city that embraces everyone, and gives every one of her children a chance.... You don’t quit on your families, and we - we are not going to quit on you. We are going to embrace all families, regardless of what that family looks like. We talk about how much we love our city. We talk about it. But I am calling upon each one of you, on every New Orleanian … to speak out — and show the same love for the people of our city.” -Mayor LaToya Cantrell May 7, 2018 The Church exists to be a beacon of God’s love for humanity, and a safe place for all people to come and seek this love. The Feast of Pentecost, which comes 50 days after Easter, commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the followers of the Way of Jesus. At this moment they were, and by extension we are, sent into the World to make disciples and claim the gifts that the Holy Spirit has bestowed upon each of us. We are called to work with all people to build the beloved community in the places where we live and move and have our being. For many of the members of Christ Church Cathedral that place is the City of New Orleans. One of my first official responsibilities upon becoming Dean was to represent Bishop Charles Jenkins at the inauguration of Mayor Ray Nagin in the Superdome in May of 2002. Then in May of 2010, it was my honor to escort our newly consecrated Bishop, Morris Thompson, to the Inauguration of Mayor Mitch Landrieu on the steps of Gallier Hall. This morning it was my pleasure to attend the
i c le inauguration of LaToya Cantrell at the Mahalia Jackson Theater as she became our city’s first woman Mayor. This spring we are also commemorating the 300th anniversary of New Orleans’ founding by the French Mississippi Company, under the direction of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, so there is
an t a heightened sense of our history. Every mayoral transition brings with it new hopes and possibilities, and I certainly felt this at today’s ceremony.
C No individual leader or administration can make progress without the willing cooperation of the entire community, and I have excerpted the Mayor’s Inaugural address above because I believe that she deeply
he understands this, and sincerely seeks to strengthen the well being and prosperity of the people of New Orleans. During her time on City Council representing District B, in which the Cathedral sits, she T provided strong and consistent support to our Jericho Road Episcopal Housing Initiative. In the times that I have had occasion to meet with Mayor Cantrell individually, I have experienced her particular concern for those on the margins of our City. As she takes her place in history and begins her leadership of New Orleans, I invite you to keep Mayor Cantrell, the members of the newly installed City Council, and all of our elected leaders in your daily prayers, that, together with them, we can build a society that truly reflects the teachings of Our Lord. May we continually strive to do all such good works as God has prepared for us to walk in, and to serve Him in all persons, loving our neighbors as ourselves. The Episcopal Church
Welcomes You Lectionary Texts Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana Honorary Canons Non-Residentiary (Sunday Readings) The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr.,Bishop The Reverend S. Chad Jones June 3 Mr. David R. Pitts 1 Samuel 3:1-20 Christ Church Cathedral The Reverend E. Mark Stevenson Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17 The Very Reverend David A. duPlantier, 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 Vestry Mark 2:23—3:6 Dean The Reverend Canon Steven M. Roberts 2019 June 10 The Reverend Canon David B. Lowry, Ryan Garrity, Angela Kellum, 1 Samuel 8:4-11, 16-20 Theologian in Residence Dan LeGardeur (Treasurer) The Reverend W. Gedge Gayle, Jr., Psalm 138 2020 Priest Associate 2 Corinthians 4:13—5:1 Alan Brackett (Senior Warden), The Reverend Travers C. Koerner, Mark 3:20-35 Laura Brown (Secretary), Priest Associate Robert Clepper June 17 The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney, 1 Samuel 15:34—16:13 Director of Advent House 2021 Psalm 20 Mr. Jarrett R. Follette, Canon Precentor John Sibal ( Junior Warden), Steve Smith, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 14-17 Dr. G. Marc Loudon, Assistant Organist Bordon Wallace Ms. Lisa Wilkie, Parish Administrator Mark 4:26-34 2022 Ms. Lisa Sibal, Justin Allen, Melissa Montero, Executive Assistant to the Dean June 24 Jennifer O’Brien 1 Samuel 17:1a, 4-11, 19-23, 32-49 Mr. Daniel Terrebonne, Parish Secretary Psalm 9:9-20 Ms. Linda Roberts, Facilities Coordinator 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mr. James Jennings, Sexton Mark 4:35-41 Mr. Kevin Kelley, Assistant Sexton Ms. Karen Miller, Nursery Worker July 1 Weekly Liturgies 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27 Sundays Psalm 130 8:00 AM ~ The Holy Eucharist (Spoken) 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 1928 Prayer Book Mark 5:21-43 Submissions for Cathedral publications 10:00 AM ~ The Holy Eucharist (Sung) are always welcome. Rite II (Rite I in Lent) July 8 6:00 PM ~ The Holy Eucharist (Sung) 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 *Items for the August, 2018 issue of Real Presence Psalm 48 The Canticle are due July 17. 2 Corinthians 12:2-10 Weekdays (M-F) Mark 6:1-13 Please e-mail articles to 12:15 PM ~ The Holy Eucharist [email protected]. July 15 Saturdays 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 Send photos to 9:30 AM ~ The Holy Eucharist (Spoken) Psalm 24 [email protected] Rite II Ephesians 1:3-14 Mark 6:14-29 Sunday bulletin and/or weekly e-blast announcements should be submitted July 22 before noon on Tuesdays to 2 Samuel 7:1-14a [email protected]. Psalm 89:20-37 Ephesians 2:11-22 Sunday Morning 10 AM Eucharist Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 Live Broadcast on WGSO 990 AM Christ Church Cathedral Radio. July 29 2919 Saint Charles Avenue Online streaming and downloadable 2 Samuel 11:1-15 New Orleans, Louisiana 70115 podcast at www.wgso.com Psalm 14 504.895.6602 Broadcasts underwritten in part by Ephesians 3:14-21 504.895.6662 (fax) St. Martin’s Episcopal School. John 6:1-21 http://cccnola.org Congratulations to our High School Graduates!!! Caroline Beary Beau Dupaquier Charlie Kellum June 1 Marge Smith 18 Jacob Anthony 2 Caroline Nead 18 Harry Redman, Jr. 3 Betty Foster 19 Liam Richert God willing 3 Dorthy Miller 21 Megan Schwaner and the people consenting 5 Henry Slocum 21 Tihana Zschiesche The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr. 7 Piper King 23 Jan Cooke 8 Katherine Goforth 25 Ronald Nichols Will ordain 9 Kat Bosio 26 Angela Kellum 10 Caroline Dodson 29 Linda Roberts John A. Boyd, Jr. 11 Kitty Schmidt 30 Harlan Bush, Jr and 13 Karen Whitfield Joseph M. Clavijo III July to the sacred order of Deacons 4 Becky Buckley 22 Judson Mitchell 7 Troy Buttone 22 Tali Schwaner June 30, 2018 10:00 AM 9 Ron Akers 23 Steven King, Jr. Christ Church Cathedral 9 Lillian Browning 24 William Taylor 10 Jesse George 27 Patrick (PJ) Lewis, Jr. 11 Harry Leche III 28 Matthew Kirkwood 14 Susan Kartzke 29 Susan Carswell 15 Sara Wallace 29 Gregory Curtis Gardening 15 Liv Dunn 29 Karen Lowry Please join us on 16 David Morelock 29 James Teed Saturday, June 16, and 17 Claire Beary 30 Samuel (Sam) Buckley IV Saturday, July 21 at 8:00 19 Sue Dicharry 30 Judy Martin AM to help spruce up 19 Cathy Kirkwood 30 Jason Piper 21 Ingrid Bush our landscaping. Your help is much appreciated! O God, our times are in your hand: Look with favor, we pray, on your servants as they begin another year. Grant that they may grow in wisdom and grace, and strengthen their trust in your goodness all the days of their lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
If your name isn’t listed, we don’t have your date of birth in our records. Please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call the cathedral office and we’ll be sure to wish you a Happy Birthday next year! Thank you for supporting Jericho Road on GiveNOLA Day!
Because of you we are able to provide more affordable homeownership opportunities to the low-income working community throughout the New Orleans metro area.
We cannot this this work without YOU!
Thank you! Drawing Church Interiors
Learn how to tackle drawing complicated interiors in one of New Orleans most historic beautiful churches, Christ Church Cathedral on St. Charles Ave. The lessons can be applied to drawing any interiors, as we will discuss perspective, proportion, composition and much more. See a demonstration drawing by Carol Peebles, and then receive instruction on your own church composition. Beginners to professionals are welcome.
Thursday, September 5, 2018 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Draw on location at Christ Church Cathedral and at the Blue Easel Club $150
limited space apply today at [email protected] A Message from the Parish Administrator Lisa Wilkie We are pleased to announce that our parishioners and visitors have shown an interest in our updated online giving. While we appreciate any and all donations re- ceived, regardless of the amount, I did want to bring something to your attention. Christ Church Cathedral EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY GROUP is being is charged a transaction fee for each credit card pay- continued. Bill Forman is seeking additional members ment, as well as a percentage of the total amount do- for the Education for Ministry Group to continue in nated. This applies to all one-time online gifts and all September at Christ Church Cathedral. The group is monthly recurring pledge payments that are made with open to all denominations. EFM is a four-year study credit cards. If you would like to make donations to program sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Loui- the Cathedral without additional fees, please feel free siana and The University of the South School of Theol- to make online payments from a checking or savings ogy. EFM provides an opportunity to develop a greater account. Of course, cash and checks are also accepted understanding of Christian Theology from the Old by the Cathedral. Please also remember to check the Testament to the present. The program also gives one a appropriate box for the type of donation being made. perspective to consider the possibilities of various min- istries. EFM, founded in 1975, has thousands of gradu- Please feel free to contact me directly at (504) 293-2877 ates worldwide. The group will meet for two hours each or at [email protected] if you have any questions week from September until May. For further informa- or need additional information related to this matter. tion, please call Bill at 504-891-0524.
Diocesan Parking Lot Access
The Bishop allows Cathedral members to use the Noland Center parking lot (on Sixth Street) for Sunday Church attendance and evening meet- ings (after 5PM). The Diocese has full use of their lot at all other times and they have asked that we honor this policy. No one but the Bishop should park in the space closest to the entrance to the Nolan Center. Thank you. A Dinner Benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Monday, June 4th 6:30-9:00pm
Christ Church Cathedral Stuart Hall
$75 per person includes: Four Courses and Wine Pairings, featuring four woman chefs and a woman sommelier
1st Course by Mimi Assad - Marinated Cucumber & Watermelon Salad, with Avocado and Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette
2nd Course by Melissa Montero - Louisiana Blue Crab Mille Feuille with Leek Puree and Lemon Vinaigrette
3rd Course by Tiffany Sewell - Miso-Sesame Beef Short Ribs, Sunchoke Puree and Thai Basil Gremolata
4th Course by Kris Padalino - Blackberry Frangipane Tart
For tickets, please visit http://pages.mwoy.org/msla/nola18/shoppingCart ?fundraiserPageURL=http://pages.mwoy.org/msla/ nola18/sissy Lift your gaze - Lift your heart YOGA IN THE CATHEDRAL Cathedrals evolved to become spaces which invite the eyes and the heart to lift toward the heavens. The arches point the way for eyes to lift; the stained light from windows high above entice the vision higher; and the lofty vaulted ceilings complete the hank you illusion. T CHOIR! Yoga teaches that the heart follows the eyes. This yoga practice will focus on opening the heart to loving kindness, accepting the human-ness of our selves and others and creating a lightness in the heart. But ‘you gotta move’ to teach your heart to open. All Levels of Experience are Welcome Every Tuesday 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm is especially appropriate at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Baptism Pentecost, on All Saints’ Day or the Sunday after All Saints’ Day, and on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord (the First Sunday after the Epiphany). It is recommended that, as The choir went on Summer recess after Trinity far as possible, Baptisms be reserved for these occasions or when a Bishop Sunday, May 27. Our thanks go to each of you is present. (BCP, page 312). Our next who enriched our worship so beautifully this opportunity for baptism is November 5. year. Please contact Canon Roberts for more information. Choir will resume on Sunday, August12. Please speak with Canon Follette if you have interest Coffee Hour Please consider hosting Coffee Hour one Sunday. Drinks are provided by the cathedral and volunteers in joining. provide their choice of food. Host with a friend or two. If you have no time to shop and prepare food, donations are always gladly accepted. Back-up refreshment supplies are low and contributions are welcome. For additional information or to volunteer, contact the Hospitality Committee (co-chairs Annette Figueroa & Judith Loudon). Recent donors: Judith Laudon, Sandy Jackson, Kathy Boyd, Lisa and John Sibel, Pamela McCall, Kendall Genre, Betty Foster, Ms. Ann Welman, and The Daughters of the King..Many thanks to all!