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August 30, 2015
T O D AY
Volume 2 | Issue 35 | 9 & 11 a.m. Worship Services | 14th Sunday After Pentecost
Forward by Faith:
“PEACE
AND
JUSTICE”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas
F O R WA R D
by FAITH
PROGRESSIVE
CHRISTIANITY
INSIDE
A Note from Neil
Order of Worship
Rev. Dr. Neil Installed
Membership Class Scheduled
Volunteer Opportunities
Children’s Church
F O R WA R D
by FAITH
WELCOME to Worship!
Cathedral of Hope is a congregation of
the United Church of Christ. Your presence here is a blessing to us, and we
hope you will return often.
Cathedral of Hope began in 1970 with
a circle of 12 friends, and has since
grown into the world’s largest liberal
Christian church with a primary outreach to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning people.
•The VISION of Cathedral of Hope is to
be a community of hope proclaiming
God’s inclusive love, removing
barriers to faith and empowering
all people to grow in grace toward
wholeness.
•The MISSION of Cathedral of Hope is
to reclaim Christianity as a faith of
Extravagant Grace, Radical Inclusion
and Relentless Compassion.
Notes for Newcomers
Restrooms are located near the
double glass doors behind the
Sanctuary. Private restrooms are
available off the hall to the right of
the Hall of Heroes area. For more
information about the church, please
come to the Ministry & Visitor’s
Center located next to Sources of
Hope bookstore.
Our worship services are recorded
for broadcast around the world. We
make every effort to respect your
privacy. However, if you would like
to ensure that you are not seen
on screen, please sit in one of the
last five rows of pews in the center
section.
Large-print bulletins
and assisted listening
systems are available in the
bookstore.
In consideration of those
seated around you,
PLEASE, No Flash Photography
or Video Recording during the
service. PLEASE, Silence Your
Cell Phone! Thank you.
PROGRESSIVE
T
CHRISTIANITY
Welcome to Cathedral of Hope
oday we will conclude our sermon series, “Forward by
Faith”. Over the past few
weeks we have been intentional
about our consideration of the
term “Progressive Christianity”
(see “The 8 Principles” on p. 9) and
have discovered, together, what
we mean when we use the term
“progressive” here at Cathedral of
Hope.
As we conclude this sermon series
we do reflect on the desire for
progressive Christians to be concerned with issues of peace and
justice. We consider our role as activists and agents of change.
It is said that as we transform ourselves we are transforming
the world.
I believe that our transformation into the likeness of Christ
causes the transformation of the world. Just as Jesus transformed the lives of those early disciples, so the Spirit of
Christ transforms. It changes us which, like the ripples on the
waters, transforms others.
Jesus teaches us peace – a peace that passes all understanding and a peace that flows from justice for all humankind
and for the earth that we inhabit. Progressive Christians care
about justice for the earth and justice for all of its inhabitants.
As people of faith ,we are called to protect the integrity and
uniqueness of those with whom we share this journey.
Cathedral of Hope has a long history of working in the field
of Peace and Justice, birthing Hope for Peace and Justice, an
organization that today partners with many communities of
faith, raising its religious voice in support of the marginalized
and oppressed in our world.
Next Sunday, we begin a new sermon series: CoExist:
“Playing in the Sandbox Together”. Throughout the month of
September we will come to a better understanding of the great
invitation of Jesus to “Love our Neighbor”.
As we worship today, may we find the peace and justice that
we long for, for ourselves and for the world.
The Reverend Dr. Neil G Cazares-Thomas
Senior Pastor
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STAFF
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas
Senior Pastor
seniorpastor@cathedralofhope.com
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña
Associate Pastor
albertom@cathedralofhope.com
Rev. Todd Scoggins
Associate Pastor
tscoggins@cathedralofhope.com
Rev. Dr. Stephen V. Sprinkle
Theologian in Residence
svsprinkle51@yahoo.com
Rev. Mike Wright-Chapman
Associate Pastor
mwc@cathedralofhope.com
Sean Baugh
Assoc. Director of Music & Worship
sbaugh@cathedralofhope.com
Chris Chism
Assist. Director of Music & Worship
cchism@cathedralofhope.com
Lee Covington
Exec. Assistant to the Senior Pastor
lcovington@cathedralofhope.com
Shelley Darling
Webmaster
sdarling@cathedralofhope.com
Dan Dubree
Executive Director
ddubree@cathedralofhope.com
Anita L. Haddy
Ministry Development Coordinator
ahaddy@cathedralofhope.com
Jerry King
Director of Media Ministry
jking@cathedralofhope.com
Yadi Martinez
Minister of Youth,
Young Adults & Missions
ymartinez@cathedralofhope.com
David Moldenhauer
Director of Music & Worship
dmoldenhauer@cathedralofhope.com
Dan Peeler
Minister for Children & Families
dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com
Jim Summers
Director of IT
jsummers@cathedralofhope.com
Lynn Taylor
Director of Facilities
ltaylor@cathedralofhope.com
Cover photo by Rita Garcia.
Cover design by Charles Owen.
45th logo design by Sean Baugh.
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ROCESSIONAL
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**PROCESSIONAL
HYMNFor the Healing
For the
Healing
of the Nations
WORSHIP
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For the Healing
of the Nations
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Today’s Processional Hymn is a
marriage of old and (relatively)
new. The lyrics of For the Healing of the Nations were written in
1965 by Fred Kaan (1929-2009).
Kaan was known and honored
throughout the English speaking
world as a hymn writer. Born in
Haarlem, Netherlands, he lived
through the Nazi occupation,
witnessing the death of three
grandparents from starvation.
His parents were involved in the
resistance movement, taking refugees into their home. Kaan was
profoundly influenced by these
early experiences, and became
a pacifist and devoted his life to
the work of the church in Great
Britain, Sweden, and the United
States. The opening phrase of this
hymn text is a direct quote from a
vision of heaven found in Revelation 22: “In the midst of the street
of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which
bore twelve manner of fruits, and
yielded her fruit every month: and
the leaves of the tree were for the
healing of the nations.” (Revelation 22: 2 KJV)
WESTMINSTER ABBEY
WESTMINSTER ABBEY
The tune this text is paired with
was adapted from an anthem
by Henry Purcell (1659-1695),
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**INVOCATION
LITURGY OF THE WORD
HEBREW LESSON
Rev. Dr. Andre Vlok
Isaiah 32:1-8 The Message
But look! A monarch will rule in the right way, and their leaders will carry out justice.
Each one will stand as a shelter from high winds, provide safe cover in stormy weather.
Each will be cool running water in parched land, a huge granite outcrop giving shade in the desert.
Anyone who looks will see, anyone who listens will hear.
The impulsive will make sound decisions, the tongue-tied will speak with eloquence.
No more will fools become celebrities, nor crooks be rewarded with fame.
For fools are fools and that’s that, thinking up new ways to do mischief.
They leave a wake of wrecked lives and lies about God,
Turning their backs on the homeless hungry, ignoring those dying of thirst in the streets.
And the crooks? Underhanded sneaks they are, inventive in sin and scandal,
Exploiting the poor with scams and lies, unmoved by the victimized poor.
But those who are noble make noble plans, and stand for what is noble.
ANTHEM
Look at the World
Words and Music by John Rutter
Worship Note on p. 3
Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra
PASTORAL PRAYER
GRADUAL
Choir:
Speak, O Lord, as we come to you to receive the food of your holy word.
Take your truth, plant it deep in us; shape and fashion us in your likeness.
All:
Words and Music by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend © Thankyou Music
CCLI License #123333
Continued from p. 1
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pre-twentieth century composers. Purcell began his musical life as a boy chorister. At the age of seventeen he was appointed the organist of Westminster
Abbey. In addition to countless anthems and choral works, Purcell composed a large amount of music for the theater. Toward the end of his life he was
organist for both Westminster Abbey and the Chapel Royal. This majestic hymntune bears the name WESTMINSTER ABBEY in honor of Purcell’s long as2
sociation with that church.
**GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 12:15-21
One:
All:
One:
All:
Candace Thompson
Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church.
Come, Holy Spirit.
A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew.
Glory to you, O God.
Jesus withdrew from that place. A large crowd followed him, and he healed all who were ill.
He warned them not to tell others about him. This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet
Isaiah: “You are my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit
on you, and you will proclaim justice to the nations. You will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear
your voice in the streets. You will not break the bruised reed of snuff out the smoldering wick until
justice is led to victory. In your name the nations will put their hope.”
One:
All:
This is the Gospel of Hope.
Praise to you, Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit.
**GLORIA
Word and Music by Danny Ray
arr. Steven Couch © Cathedral of Hope
CCLI License #123333
SERMON
Forward by Faith: Peace and Justice
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas
Look at the World (on p. 2)
The Anthem this morning is by prolific British composer John Rutter (b. 1945). Rutter is best known for his choral compositions including Christmas carols, anthems and extended works such as the Gloria, Magnificat, and Requiem. Look at the World was written in 1996 and originally scored for children’s
voices. It is an uplifting and optimistic piece which promotes global-mindedness while praising the Creator. Rutter’s unique gift for crafting fresh and
memorable tunes is much in evidence in the lilting melody and beautiful orchestration.
Nella Fantasia (on p. 4)
Nella Fantasia (In My Fantasy or In My Imagination) is a popular classical crossover song. The melody is based on the instrumental piece Gabriel’s Oboe
written by composer Ennio Morricone for the 1986 movie The Mission. The Italian lyrics are by Chiara Ferraù. It was first recorded by Sarah Brightman in
1988, and has since been covered by artists such as Jackie Evancho, Celtic Woman, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. The version sung today is based
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on the arrangement recorded by Il Divo.
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LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST
PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
Nella Fantasia
Worship Note on p. 3
Words by Chiara Ferraù; Music by Ennio Morricone
Steven Fontaine, Jeremy Wayne, Isai Thomas-Cazares, and John Mueller
Cathedral of Hope Orchestra
Sung in Italian; translation:
In my imagination I see a just world,
everyone lives in peace and in honesty there.
I dream of souls that are always free, like the clouds that fly,
Full of humanity in the depths of the soul.
In my imagination I see a bright world, even the night is less dark there.
I dream of souls that are always free, like clouds that fly.
In my imagination there exists a warm wind,
that breathes on the cities, like a friend.
I dream of souls that are always free, like clouds that fly,
Full of humanity in the depths of the soul.
CELEBRATION OF HOLY COMMUNION
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
INVITATION
DISTRIBUTION OF THE ELEMENTS
MUSIC DURING COMMUNION
TO OUR GUESTS
Cathedral of Hope celebrates an open Communion. We understand the sharing of
the bread and the cup in Jesus’ name to be a representation of an ancient vision
of God’s feast for all people. We don’t require you to be a member of this church,
or any church, to participate with us in this feast of grace. Simply come forward at
the ushers’ direction. After dipping a wafer in the cup, the minister will place it on
your tongue and offer a brief blessing. If you prefer to serve yourself, cup your
hands in front of you as you come to receive Communion.
All Are Welcome
Let us build a house where love can dwell and all can safely live,
A place where saints and children tell how hearts learn to forgive.
Built of hopes and dreams and visions, rock of faith and vault of grace;
Here the love of Christ shall end divisions:
All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
Let us build a house where love is found in water, wine and wheat;
A banquet hall on holy ground, where peace and justice meet.
Here the love of God, through Jesus, is revealed in time and space;
As we share in Christ the feast that frees us:
All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
Let us build a house where all are named, their songs and visions heard
And loved and treasured, taught and claimed as words within the Word.
Built of tears and cries and laughter, prayers of faith and songs of grace,
Let this house proclaim from floor to rafter:
All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
Words and Music by Marty Haugen
© G.I.A. Publications, Inc
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You Know My Name
You are my Maker, you formed my heart.
Before even time began, my life was in your hands.
You know my name. You know my ev’ry thought. You see each tear that falls, and hear me when I call.
You are my Maker, you call me your own.
You’ll never leave me no matter where I go.
You know my name. You know my ev’ry thought. You see each tear that falls, and hear me when I call.
You hear me when I call. You hear me when I call.
Words and Music by Tommy Walker © Doulos Publishing/Maranatha! Music
CCLI License #123333
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Seek Ye First/Busquen Primero
Seek ye first the presence of God, and God’s righteousness,
And all these things shall be added unto you; Allelu, alleluia!
Busquen primero el reino de Dios y su perfecta justicia,
y lo demás añadido será; Alelu, aleluya.
How Great Thou Art
O Lord, my God, when I in awesome wonder
consider all the worlds thy hands have made,
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder,
thy pow’r throughout the universe displayed.
TO OUR GUESTS
It has become a tradition at the
Cathedral of Hope to rise as
we end our time of communion
(as indicated by **), join hands
as an expression of our unity in
Christ, and lift them up in glory
to God.
Words and Music by Karen Lafferty, adapted.
© Maranatha! Music
CCLI License #123333
**Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee;
How great thou art! How great thou art!
Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee;
How great thou art! How great thou art!
We invite you to join as you
are able, in body or spirit.
Words by Carl Boberg, translation by Stuart K. Hine
Music: Swedish folk tune, arr. Stuart K. Hine © Manna Music, Inc.
This arrangement by Steven Couch © Cathedral of Hope
**PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
**BENEDICTION
**BENEDICTION RESPONSE
Forward by Faith
Words and Music by Cindy Berry
© Glorysound
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POSTLUDE
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Time of Prayer
After the service, caring ministers will be in the chapel area to offer you personal prayer for healing and comfort.
Time of Fellowship
Please join us for refreshments after the service in the Fellowship Hall.
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News
August 30, 2015
BRIEFS
Last Membership Class of 2015
Thinking about becoming a member of Cathedral of Hope? If so, we are excited
to invite you to our next Membership Class, conducted in both English and
Spanish, on Sunday, November 8, 3-7 p.m. Attending this class does not obligate you to join, but we do ask anyone who wants to join CoH to attend this fun
and informative session.
Benefits of Membership
• Identifies you as a person of faith
• Provides you with a spiritual family to support and encourage you on your faith journey
• Gives you a place to discover and use your gifts in ministry, and
• Gives you the accountability you need to grow
Privileges of Membership
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• Voting at Congregational Meetings
• Eligibility for lay delegate positions
• Eligibility to serve on committees of the Board of Stewards
• Eligibility to serve on the CoH Board of Stewards (along with other requirements)
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas
Installed as Senior Pastor
Requirements for Membership
ozens of religious leaders from the United Church of Christ, other
Christian denominations, and various faith traditions came together
with community leaders on Saturday, August 22, for the formal installation of Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas as Senior Pastor of the Cathedral.
Barb Nunn bestows the medallion of the UCC on Dr. Cazares-Thomas,
shown here with Steven Fontaine, Rev. Anna Humble, Rev. Peter Nichols
and Roger Poindexter.
The basic requirements to becoming a member of Cathedral of Hope:
• Attend a membership class
• Be confirmed and welcomed by the church during a New Member Confirmation during worship.
To let us know of your desire to participate, print the Keyword:
MEMBERSHIP in the comments section of the registration pad OR register
online at www2.cathedralofhope.com/church-membership so we can prepare
for your arrival. For additional information, contact Anita Haddy, Ministry
Development Coordinator, at ahaddy@cathedralofhope.com or call 214-3511901 x135.
September Birthdays Reception
CoH Fellowship Hall
Please join us for the 9 a.m. worship service next Sunday, September 6, and
then for a reception immediately following in the Fellowship Hall, to share
some birthday cake and meet others who are celebrating their birthday in
September.
Your special cake is being created and donated by Delicious Cakes in Addison.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Taizé Service
Friday, September 11, IPC, 7 p.m.
Our first Taizé service of the fall will be offered on Friday, September 11 at
7 p.m. in the Interfaith Peace Chapel. This candle-lit prayer centered evening
event invites all to participate by offering spoken requests, lighting candles,
singing, praying at kneelers, sharing private prayers with our Taizé ministers,
or simply sitting and listening to the spirit-filled arrangements of our own
Evensong musicians and singers. Taizé is co-sponsored by Evensong and the
CoH Order of St. Francis and St. Clare.
Dallas Pride Parade – Make Plans to Join Us!
Once again, Cathedral of Hope will have an entry in the Alan Ross Texas
Freedom Parade, which will be held on Sunday, September 20. This year our
entry will be a fun and festive declaration of our PRIDE, so mark your calendars, plan to join us and watch for more details soon!
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LEGACY Event
The Spectacular Senior Follies
Saturday, September 19, Eisemann Center, 2 p.m.
LEGACY is a Cathedral of Hope social group made up of single or coupled
mature adults (50 or better) who meet the third Saturday of each month for an
outing or a potluck dinner at church or at a private home.
Our September event on Saturday, September 19 at 2 p.m. is The Spectacular
Senior Follies production at the Eisemann Performing Center, 2350
Performance Drive, Richardson, TX 75082. We will gather at 1:30 p.m.
CoH Garage Sale
The Spectacular Senior Follies is a Las Vegas meets Ziegfeld-style musical
revue performed by some of the most talented entertainers in the Dallas Fort
Worth area, many of whom have been in the professional and semi-professiononations accepted ONLY on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 12 noon and al entertainment fields. According to people familiar with the Eisemann – there
Sundays following the 9 and 11 a.m. services. No weekday donations is not a bad seat in the house.
accepted. All proceeds will support of the Benevolence Fund. We do not have Jeanette Bell, our Social Director, has secured 40 tickets at the special group
pick-up service available. All items will need to be brought to the donation rate of $18 per ticket. She needs to make full payment for all the tickets by
location.Donated items may include:
Monday, September 7. Please communicate directly to Jeanette your intention to attend the event and to make arrangements to pay for your ticket(s).
• Gently used clothing (no undergarments accepted)
Jeanette’s email is jeanettecbell@sbcglobal.net.
• Coats
• Toys | Games
The Eisemann is right on the DART Red Line at the Galatyn Park Station.
• Lamps | Tables | Furniture | Outdoor furniture
Coming by train, the Renaissance is the immediately east of the Galatyn Park
• Knick-knacks
Station. The Eisemann is on the other side of the hotel. For those interested in
• Appliances: Stove | Washer | Dryer | Refrigerator
getting together for lunch, Maestro’s in the beautiful atrium of the Renaissance
Must be in working order (we reserve the right to refuse)
Hotel is good. The lunch menu is very intriguing and no more expensive than
• Art | Pictures | Paintings
Black Eyed Pea. Let’s gather there at 12 Noon. We hope you can join us. Plus,
if you choose to drive yourself, we will get complimentary parking in the
NO computers | keyboards | cords | terminals | desks | filing cabinets.
Renaissance/Eisemann parking garage which would normally cost $10.50 for
four hours, $7.50 for three hours. Contact Roy Joplin at rvj5868@att.net with
Volunteer Opportunities for this event:
any questions.
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In Memory of Beatriz Gonzalez
Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nash Street
Prior to Sale (August 1 – September 20):
Coming Out Workshop
Receive, sort and store donated items. No heavy lifting.
Saturdays – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sundays – 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. OR 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, August 25 – October 6, Northaven UMC, 7-9 p.m.
No matter where you are in your journey, you will benefit from this workshop
on Tuesdays, August 25 – October 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Northaven UMC. A
Variety of Shifts available
safe place to explore “coming out” to oneself, family, friends and at work.
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. • 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Open to all LGBT persons, family and friends. Facilitated by Rev. Jane Graner
and Jim McBride. Register online at www.Northaven.org or contact Jim at
To help with this event, print the Keywords: GARAGE SALE in the com- jmcbridedallas@sbcglobal.net.
ments section of the registration sheet. Be sure to include your contact information so we can follow up with you. You may also email Anita Haddy at
Cathedral Couples
volunteer@cathedralofhope.com to let us know of your interest.
Day of Sale (Saturday, September 26):
Contact John Lemmon at JohnLemmon86@gmail.com or 972-742-8897 with Cathedral Couples is a group of CoH members, who are in committed relationships. They gather monthly (usually the first Saturday of each month) for a
questions.
sharing of food, fun, and fellowship. Couples are always welcome to attend, be
a part of the festivities, and make new and lasting friendships.
Multicultural Service & Celebration
For September, because Labor Day Weekend includes the first Saturday, they
will meet on the second Saturday, September 12, at 6 p.m. at the home of Jim
Join us for this Multicultural Service & Celebration – Sunday, September 27 and John for a swim party and dinner. It is a pot-luck affair, so attendees are
asked to bring food, based on the following suggestions:
from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage month!
Sunday, September 27, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The story of Hispanics in America is the story of America itself. The Hispanic If your last name begins with: A through H bring an appetizer or an entrée,
community’s values —love of family, a deep abiding faith, and a strong work I through P bring a salad or a casserole, Q through Z bring a bread or a dessert
You are also welcome to bring your beverage of choice.
ethic—are America’s values.
La Catedral de la Esperanza wants to celebrate all the richness of all these cul- Those who are interested in attending but haven’t received the email or evite with
tures, traditions and elements in this colorful service full of music, dancers and more information, please contact Couples at cathedralcouples@gmail.com.
more, followed by a delicious pot luck in Fellowship Hall.
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Youth Ministry Events
outh Ministry is growing every
Sunday and we are thankful for
your prayers and support.
We would like to share with you the
following calendar items:
• Youth Inspiration Sunday–September 13 at 4 p.m.
• Teen Pride–September 19 at 3 p.m. behind the Interfaith Peace Chapel
• Youth Stockholder’s Dinner–September 26 at 7 p.m.
• Walking Dead Party and Lock-in–October 9 & 10
If you would like to volunteer as part of the Walking Dead party or any of these
events please contact Minister of Young People Yadi Martinez at 214-351-1901
or by e-mail at ymartinez@cathedralofhope.com. All volunteers must pass a
background check in order to participate.
LifeWalk 2015 Team Recruitment Continues
LifeWalk 2015 - the 25th Annual – will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday,
October 4th, at Robert E. Lee Park, 3333 Turtle Creek Blvd., here in Dallas.
LifeWalk is a 5K (3.2mile) fun run/walk through Turtle Creek and Uptown.
Family- and pet-friendly, LifeWalk is a great community activity for everyone,
with “Dog Den,” “Kids Kamp,” a variety of food and drink, information vendors and entertainment for adults and kids. Free, confidential HIV testing is
also provided.
New Men’s Jewelry Arrives @ Sources
More cross pendants with great 20” and 24” chains that are relatively
robust have arrived! We also have two new styles of stainless steel rings in
sizes 9 – 13, leather bracelets 8” and larger and new stainless steel linked
bracelets ($14 - $79) Stop by and browse our selections.
LifeWalk is fundraising event benefiting AIDS Arms, Inc., the largest local
nonprofit HIV/AIDS service organization in North Texas, serving over 3,400
HIV individuals and reaching thousands more through testing, prevention and
education efforts. AIDS Arms has been serving Dallas and 12 surrounding
counties for 28 years. AIDS Arms offers medical care, case management, HIV
testing, outreach, education, prevention, and HIV empowerment. All services
are offered regardless of ability to pay. LifeWalk is AIDS Arms’ largest fundraiser, providing funds for AIDS Arms and LifeWalk partner agencies.
More Rustic Signs Arrive
The rustic art designers have created primitive, weathered designs that are
hand assembled in the manufacturer’s Ohio factory. The character of each
wood slat creates an authenticity and uniqueness, making no two pieces
alike. Although signs look rustic, the backing is smooth with no rough
edges. This is just one of many signs available. ($21 - $110)
Special Order Your Size!
This year Cathedral of Hope is a LifeWalk partner agency. As a partner agency, Cathedral of Hope is responsible for recruiting individual participants and
teams to raise funds for the event. Cathedral of Hope will receive 100% of
the first $1,000 we raise; 85% of all funds we raise above $1,000 will be
returned to us to support our AIDS Crisis Fund.
We’re placing an order for a newT-shirt style in the next couple of weeks.
We normally order unisex shirts in sizes Small through 2Xlarge, butonly a
very few small, medium and 2Xlarge. If you would like to reserve one of
these sizes or order a size other than these or a women’s style, please stop
by the store today to place your reservation. This illustration shows what
will be on the back of the shirt. Cathedral of Hope’s official logo will be
on the front left pocket side.
Please stop by the LifeWalk table in the narthex to register as an individual participant or a LifeWalk team.
For more information contact Paul Kolasci at pkolasci@cathedralofhope.com
or visit www2.cathedralofhope.com/life-walk.
Giving and Attendance at a Glance
Service
Worship
Auto-Giving
Mail/Credit Cards
45th Anniversary
Total Contributions
Contributions Goal
Over/(Short Fall)
Have You Missed a
Worship Service?
Watch online at: www.cathedralofhope.com
YTD Contributions
YTD Contribution Goal
Over/(Short Fall)
Installation Offering
8
Week
Ending 08/23/15
Attd.
Ministry
1,373
$10,184
Week
Ending 08/16/15
Attd.
Ministry
1,348
$13,000
Week
Ending 08/09/15
Attd.
Ministry
1,314
$10,687
$17,622
$5,145
$26,053
$1,450
$188
$40,691
$15,069
$4,063
$4,182
$34,001
1,373
$32,951
$35,768
($2,817)
$1,481,921
$1,216,112
$265,809
490 $ 3,636.38
1,348
1,314
$35,768
$4,923
YTD Operating Receipts
YTD Operating Expenses
Over/(Short Fall)
$35,768
($1,767)
$1,624,774
$1,365,374
$259,400
Greening Tip
Always choose wood cutting boards
over plastic. From a hygiene point
of view, it’s been found that the
s a beneficiary of the Black Tie Dinner (BTD) this year, CoH is selling
Dinner Tickets and raffle tickets in the Narthex and will receive a percent- capillary action of dry wood means
age from all tickets sold by our organization.
bacteria are quickly sucked up and
die; not so with plastic.
CoH has 7.5 paid tables, 6 reserved and
A
CoH BTD Update
51 raffle tickets sold.
How can you help? Stop by the BTD display in the Narthex TODAY to buy
your Dinner and Raffle Tickets from our BTD representative, Leslie Frye.
The 8 Principles of
Progressive Christianity
If you have already purchased your tickets, but not from Leslie Frye, please
contact Leslie at lesfrye@gmail.com so he knows how many tickets have been By calling ourselves progressive
purchased on behalf of CoH.
Christians, we mean we are Christians
Win a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 or GLA250. Only 1,500 raffle tickets who…
are available. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased from our Black Tie 1. Believe that following the path
Dinner representative here today or online at http://blacktie.org/raffle/coh.
and teachings of Jesus can lead to
TRIBUTES
In Memory of Horace Griffitts
By J. Lynn Penny
In Memory of Keith Waters
By Kent Waters
In Memory of
Jay and Joel Miner-Hecker
By Jim Miner
In Memory of Ron Petty/Grayson
By Chris Kollack
In Memory of Lathan Lee Dewey
By Charlie Fulton
In Memory of Lee Dewey’s Father
By the Far and Wide Circle
an awareness and experience of
How the raffle works. During the course of the year, twenty tickets are pulled
the Sacred and the Oneness and
from a hopper. All tickets purchased prior to the day of each pull are eligible for
In Memory of
Unity of all life;
that drawing (excluding those tickets already drawn). During the Dinner, a final
Jimmy Smith and Matt Vega
drawing from the twenty tickets pulled will decide the winner of the vehicle. 2. Affirm that the teachings of Jesus
By Ed Trimble
Therefore, “buy early, and buy often!”
provide but one of many ways to
experience the Sacredness and
Other ways you can help - sign up to become a Table Captain at
In Loving Memory of Bea Gonzalez
Oneness of life, and that we can
http://blacktie.org/TableCaptains/default.aspx, or get your company to be a
By Aurora F Soto de Law
draw from diverse sources of
corporate sponsor or volunteer!
wisdom in our spiritual journey;
Have questions? Email Leslie at lesfrye@gmail.com.
In Memory of BJ Culpepper,
3. Seek community that is inclusive
Father of Sandy Culpepper
of ALL people, including but not
By Diana Zoth
limited to:
Dissertation Research
• Conventional Christians and
questioning skeptics,
A doctoral student at Capella University is completing his dissertation research,
approved by the Capella University Institutional Review Board. If you are
LGBT and 55 or older, you are invited to participate in the study examining
LGBT Baby Boomer Resiliency Experiences: A Qualitative Study. Interviews
will be conducted via telephone and should last somewhere between 45 minutes and no longer than two hours. Respondents will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement prior to the telephone interview.
• Believers and agnostics,
• Women and men,
• Those of all sexual orientations
and gender identities,
• Those of all classes and abilities;
Contact the principal investigator by email at
jbohannancalloway@capellauniversity.edu prior to October 6 with any questions regarding the study or to participate.
4. Know that the way we behave
towards one another is the fullest
expression of what we believe;
5. Find grace in the search for
understanding and believe there
is more value in questioning than
in absolutes;
In Memory of Angel Luis OrtizMorales and Lola Daniels
By Angel Castro-Diaz
and Ronald D Myles
In Memory of Martin Yates
By Van Martindale
In memory of Maria Serrato
26th anniversary
By her daughter Rosa Ochoa
In Honor of My Beloved Son Kyle
By Vicky Mannerberg
6. Strive for peace and justice In Honor of Sofia Cazares-Thomas’
among all people;
First Birthday
7. Strive to protect and restore the By Brandon Kirk and Jacob Gerber
integrity of our Earth;
To make an honorary or memorial
8. Commit to a path of life-long
gift, please contact Tom Martin at
learning, compassion, and selftmartin@cathedralofhope.com or
less love.
214.351.1901 x210, or
use the envelope in the pew rack.
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
MAKEOVERS
817.714.3456
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Current Volunteer Opportunities
o volunteer for any of the following opportunities, PRINT the Keyword in
the comments section of the registration pad. Be sure to include your contact information so Anita Haddy, Ministry Development Coordinator, can follow
up with you. You may also contact Anita at volunteer@cathedralofhope.com or
214-351-1901 x135.
Children’s Ministry
Here we grow again. Last week there were 46 children participating in our firstclass children’s ministry that includes infant and child care, children’s church
and children’s Sunday school (four years to 4th grade). With so many children
we are expanding our team of volunteer teachers and workers. Join the team
now! No experience necessary, just a desire to work with children and provide a
safe and fun learning experience. Children’s parents are especially encouraged
to participate. For the safety of our children those who work with minors must
pass a criminal background check. Sign up today at our table in the Narthex.
When: Sundays Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Weekly Recurring Meetings and Events
Sunday
Worship Services–9 & 11am (English), Sanctuary
1pm (Spanish), Sanctuary
Child Care/Children’s Church 9 & 11am & 1pm, CLC
HIV Testing–first and third Sunday between 9 & 11am services
IPC Room C - No appointment required.
Monday
Meditation Monday–7pm, IPC
Stonewall NA Group–Noon and 7:30pm, CLC 116 & CLC 107
Groupo de Teatro–Monday 7pm, CLC 102-103
Tuesday
Stonewall NA Group–Noon and 7:30pm, CLC 116 & CLC 107
StepUP Group–6pm, IPC Room A/B
Gaymsters Bridge Group–7pm, CLC 106
Wednesday
Volunteers Needed: Twelve
Location: CLC – Children’s Center
Keyword: CHILDREN
Handbell Choir
The Cathedral Ringers handbell choir is looking for a few good ringers to join in on the fun. The ability to read music and have fun are the only
requirements – we’ll teach you the rest. The group tries to perform about
once a month at the 9 and 11 am Worship Services. Contact Jeremy Wayne at
jeremy.c.wayne@gmail.com.
When: Every Tuesday evening
Stonewall NA Group–Noon, CLC 116
Child Care–7pm, CLC 135
PULSE–Contemporary Worship–7:15pm, Sanctuary
HIV Testing–Must call for appointment. First & Third Wednesday 4pm to
6pm, CLC 102-103. Contact UT Southwestern 214-645-7300
Thursday
Stonewall NA Group–Noon and 7:30pm, CLC 116 & CLC 107
StepUP Group–6pm,IPC Room A/B
CMA Support Group–6:30pm, CLC 116
Friday
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Stonewall NA Group–Noon, CLC 116
Location: CoH choir room
Saturday
Keyword: HANDBELL
Stonewall NA Group–Noon, CLC 116
Daytime Data Entry
Monthly Recurring Meetings and Events
Use your administrative skills to help enter data such as attendance, volunteer
hours and new visitor information into the church database. Accuracy more
Monthly Birthday Celebration–first Sunday–10:15am, FH
important than speed. Ability to type required. Training provided.
Board of Stewards Meeting–third Monday–7pm, FH
When: Monday through Thursdays – flexible scheduling
Taizé Prayer Service–first Friday of each month (except July and August) –
7pm, IPC
Time: Two to four hours, once a week
Volunteers Needed: Two Location: CoH Administrative Office
Keywords: DATA ENTRY
Cathedral Couples–first Saturday 6pm, location varies. Contact Jim at
cathedralcouples@gmail.com
Bookstore Clerks
LEGACY (50 + Social Group)–third Saturday, time & location varies.
Contact Roy at rvj5868@att.net
Clerks help about 45 minutes on Sunday & Wednesdays and are scheduled once
or twice a month. No retail experience is required for any shift; we’ll train you. Young Adults – last Saturday, time & location varies. Contact Yadi at
yadi@cathedralofhope.com
When: Wednesday evenings
CLC=Congregational Life Center FH=Fellowship Hall IPC=Interfaith Peace Chapel
Time: Before Wednesday worship service
Pastoral Care/Prayers
Volunteers Needed: Two
Location: Sources of Hope Bookstore
Keyword: SALES
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If you know anyone who would like to be included on the church prayer
list, send the request to prayer@cathedralofhope.com or online at
www.cathedralofhope.com/contact-forms/prayer-request.
If you know of someone in need of pastoral contact, please notify Rev. Todd
Scoggins by phone at 214.351.1901 or tscoggins@cathedralofhope.com.
Chil d r e n , Yout h
& F am ilies
Children’s Church
T
his week in Children’s Church in
our illustrated PowerPoint Series
of lessons, Women Who Changed
their History, we will be considering
the story of the first person the Bible
designates as a Prophet: the heroic
and resourceful older sister of Moses,
the Prophet Miriam. She was called
a prophet since she proclaimed the
works of God in the Song of the Seas,
also called The Song of Miriam, which
Moses himself is also recorded as singing. We will talk about how Miriam
and these other very human individuals of the ancient stories sometimes
just could not contain themselves and
would burst into joyous songs about
their relationship with God. We will
also celebrate Labor Day Weekend
with a special craft by making
Miriam’s Tambourine, the instrument
she used to keep rhythm as she led the
Children of Israel in their own celebration of a national and religious holiday
that would later be called Passover.
The Prophet Miriam spreads the word.
Each week, Dan Peeler, Minister for Children & Families, and Charlie Rose create beautiful illustrations
for use in the Children’s Church PowerPoint lessons.
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Running Toward Evil.
by Rev. D r. Jeff H ood, Interim Executive D irector
Mornings are hard. I think m y m edicine gets low. Placing one foot in front of the other,
I pushed toward the bathroom and took a pill. Immediately, I start feeling better. I always take
the pill before I see m y kids.
Though I speak on m any panels, I w as nervous about this one. Often, I find it difficult to talk about suffering from B ipolar Disorder in public. People can be very nasty. Regardless, I pushed ahead. The church is a long drive from our house. I w as thinking the entire w ay. When I arrived, I w as thankful for the encouraging embrace of m y dear friend the m inister. Before I knew it, the panel commenced.
"I believe in evil personified." Everyone in the room jumped a bit. While describing m y experiences serving as a m ental health chaplain in F ort Worth, I stumbled into a description of my belief in the personification of evil. Throughout the panel, I succinctly described w hat it w as like to be a Christian suffering from B ipolar Disorder. Now, I w as tasked w ith talking further about possession.
When people kept asking about m y suspicions w ith regard to m ental illness or possession in a number of m ass shootings, I replied that w e don't always know w hat's going on inside someone.
Whatever these killers are suffering from, w e know they're sick. Jesus said, "I w as sick and you visited m e." Looking into the audience, I asked, "How m any times have you visited these sickest amongst us?”
A lady ran up to m e after the panel and declared, “I think that Dylann Roof is pure evil.”
Immediately, I replied, "Well if you think he is that sick, I guess all of us w ho love Jesus should run toward him as fast as w e can." The greater the sickness...the greater our love response should be. Instead of trying to explain acts of evil, m aybe w e should just start running toward the perpetrator.
That's w hat Jesus does.
Amen.
PARTNER P ROFILE: CENTRAL CONGREGATIONAL UCC
We are a welcoming and inclusive family of faith in Dallas. In a reflection of the
teachings of Jesus Christ, we are an Open and Affirming congregation of
the United Church of Christ, a denomination that says, “Our faith may be 2,000
years old, but our thinking isn’t!” Our vision is to celebrate and continue to build
Christ’s universal Church. We extend our warm hospitality to you, whether you’re
a guest, a neighbor, seeking a church home, or just in town visiting. No matter
who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!
Visit their web site at http://www.centraluccdallas.org/.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUN | 9/13
H4PJ Sunday
We w ill be recognizing three m embers of our community as Ambassadors of Justice:
Olinka Green, Collette Flannigan, and Amanda R obinson
TUE | 9/15
Hope In Prison Ministry Art Sale In partnership w ith the Linus Club
Cendera Event Center
3600 B enbrook Hwy
Fort Worth
FRI-­‐SUN | 9/25-­‐27
Second Annual
IMMIGRATION SYMPOSIUM
Featuring special guest
Ellen Jimmerson and a screening of her film Second Cooler
Email patti@h4pj.org to join the planning committee.
SAT | 10/24
National Conference o n Queer Theology
Visit our
Web site
Join the conversation!
@H4PJ
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Visit us online at
Twitter: @ H4PJ
Popular in Europe
Coming to America!
Transformative experiential weekend Workshop for Gay men
Friday, Sept. 25th – Sunday, Sept. 27th
Quest draws upon the latest practices and research for healing,
cultivating creativity and authenticity, including contributions
from Brene Brown, Alan Downs and David Richo.
For more information and to register, contact: Jimmy Owen, LPC
214.546.8852
Or visit: www.thequestawaitsyou.com
Looking for some fun with friends?
Come join the Friday Fun Trios Bowling Club at AMF Richardson bowling center.
W
e will meet weekly at 7 pm for fellowship, fun and competition. Each
team will consist of 3 members (any combination of men and women)
If you don’t have your own team, that’s OK. We will find you people to bowl
with! If you don’t own a bowling ball or shoes you can get them at the bowling center. You don’t have to be good, just fun!
Contact Jim Welch at jwelch@bowlmor-amf.com to sign up or for more
information.
A Bowlmor-AMF center is located at:
2101 N. Central Expwy, Richardson, TX 75080.
Phone number is 972-231-2695.
The fun starts on Friday, Sept. 11 with a short rules meeting at 6:30 pm.
H OP E on th e H oriz on
EVENTS at
a GLANCE*
August 2015
Sunday, AUG 30
Forward by Faith: “Peace and Justice”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
September 2015
Wednesday, SEP 2 • PULSE: Life Class
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, “The Secret”
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, SEP 6
CoExist: “My God’s Bigger than Your God”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
Wednesday, SEP 9 • PULSE: Life Class
Rev. Todd Scoggins, “The Power of I AM” (College Night)
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, SEP 13
CoExist: “The Queerness of Justice”
Rev. Dr. Jeff Hood, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
CoExist Youth-Led Worship, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, SEP 16 • PULSE: Life Class
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, “The False Power of Ego”
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, SEP 20 • PRIDE SUNDAY
CoExist: “Love Thy Neighbor?”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
Wednesday, SEP 23 • PULSE
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, SEP 27
CoExist: “Playing in the Sandbox Together”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
Wednesday, SEP 30 • PULSE
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas,
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, OCT 4
Steps of Faith: “Sharing Our Resources”
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas, Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Alberto Magaña, 1 p.m. Spanish
Wednesday, OCT 7 • PULSE
Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas,
Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m.
Saturday, OCT 10
Town Hall Meeting, 11 a.m., Sanctuary
*Information subject to change without notice and will be updated as needed.
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