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Weekly Prayer Cycle
In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Louise Van Woelderen; John Vanderhyden; Janina Vanderpost; Patrick Wall; John & Anne-Louise Watts; Elizabeth Wensley; Oliver Wesley– James. In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for The Extra-Provincial Churches. In the Anglican Church of Canada we pray for The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil, Bishop; The Rt. Rev. Kevin Robertson, Suffragan Bishop; The Rt. Rev. Riscylla Shaw, Suffragan Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Diocese of Toronto. In the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada we pray for The Lutheran Collegiate Bible Institute in Outlook Saskatchewan. In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop, The Right Reverend Susan Bell; The Church of Our Saviour the Redeemer, Stoney Creek, the Reverend Canon Bahman Kalantari, Rector; the Reverend Donald Coombe, Honorary Assistant; and the people of that parish. As a community we pray for prisoners, especially prisoners of conscience, those politically or unjustly imprisoned. Those who have asked to be remembered in our prayers: Celina Liong; Jonathan James, Bishop Ralph; Turner Shaw; Gary and Sue; Carole Nixon; Shirley Schmirler; Daniela Cruz; Justin Rego; Ernie Taylor; Colin; Joanne Thompson & Family; Judy Robertson; John; Christopher; Richard Cunningham; Barbara; Ric.
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CATHEDRAL WORSHIP
SUNDAY MAY 28 - DAY OF PENTECOST - 8:30am in person and 10:30am Choral Eucharist in person and on You Tube. MAY 28 ORDER OF SERVICE WEDNESDAY MAY 31- 8:30am Morning Prayer—Via Zoom Followed by coffee & conversation; 12:15pm Eucharist in the Cathedral. FRIDAY, JUNE 2- 12:00 pm Litany of Reconciliation Via Zoom & in person in Bishopsgate SUNDAY JUNE 4 - TRINITY SUNDAY- 8:30am in person and 10:30am Choral Eucharist in person and on You Tube
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NEWCOMERS LUNCH
Are you new to Christ’s Church Cathedral? Please join us for a special lunch in the Spence Room on June 11 after the 10:30am morning service! We’d love to get to know you better, and to help you get to know us too. Please RSVP to Tricia by June 7th in the Cathedral office at cathedral.admin@niagaraanglican.ca 905-527-1316 ext. 240 or in person! |
CATHEDRAL CAFE
Lightly used summer clothing, especially for men. The Cathedral Café is seeing approximately 40 people per day. 75% of the visitors are men and a majority of the people are living on the street or precariously housed. As we approach the warmer weather there is a need for summer clothing. The Cathedral Café will accept your lightly used t-shirts, shorts, socks and pants. Please drop off in Myler Hall marking “donation for Cathedral Café” or request pick up by contacting Kerry Lubrick at kerryllubrick@gmail.com or 905-679-2828. |
PLANNED GIVING
You’re Invited! As a faithful member of the CHRIST’S CHURCH CATHEDRAL PARISH your Generosity Team invites you to our PLANNED GIVING WINE & CHEESE RECEPTION on Wednesday, June 14 at 7:30 pm with The Venerable Lynne Marchant Honorary Assistant at Christ’s Church Cathedral Former Director of Stewardship, Diocese of Niagara. Lynne will share ways for our legacy of service at CCC to continue long after we are gone. Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 7, 2023 to johnaustinbradley@gmail.com |
Prayer Shawls and Blankets
The Prayer Shawl Knitters Group has made available to the parish a wonderful abundance of both prayer shawls and lap blankets. If you happen to know of anyone who might be in need and might benefit from one of these beautiful items, please contact the parish office either in person or at cathedral.admin@niagaraanglican.ca |
DIGGING DEEPER
Are you interested in talking more about the homily? Do you have questions about the scripture readings? Are you just happy to sit around and talk with thoughtful people? Would you be willing to meet after the second service around 12:15? Can you find your way to the Spence Room (formerly the Living Room)? Have you noticed something strange about this announcement? Are you asking why it's entirely made up of questions? Can you come to Digging Deeper and explain why to me, too? |
PWRDF
When you donate to PWRDF, you can be sure that your money is being stewarded wisely. PWRDF's development partners monitor their spending and are accountble to its Programs and Finance teams, so that it can be accountable to you. Tax receipts are issued by the end of February for the previous year. In cases where donations exceed what is needed or where local conditions prevent program implementation, PWRDF will redirect funds to similar activities to help people in need. Here are some of the ways you can give to help PWRDF! By donating online, by phone, or by cheque By donating some of your weekly parish offerings to PWRDF By establishing a monthly gift to PWRDF from your bank or credit card By donating to PWRDF to remember a loved one or honour a special event By making a lasting impact with a gift to PWRDF in your will By donating stocks – a tax advantage for you that supports others too By donating your old car through Donate a Car Canada donation program To find out more or to make a donation, please visit www.pwrdf.org/get-involved/ways-to-give Thanks, as always, for your continued support of PWRDF and its partners. Parish PWRDF Representative: Louise van Woelderen louise.vanwoelderen@gmail.com or 905-387-1820. |
CATHEDRAL CAFE
The Cathedral Cafe has a need for some new or gently used linens for those in need - in particular there is a need for a double flat sheet, a double or queen comforter and twin fitted sheets. Any assistance we can give is most appreciated and you can be in touch with David Savage at dsavage3@cogeco.ca or Kerry Lubrick at kerryllubrick@gmail.com
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BISHOPSGATE
Do you enjoy gardening and working on outdoor projects? Watch This Space for opportunities to share your talents helping Bishopsgate to look its best. ALSO - DID YOU KNOW? You can contribute to Bishopsgate expenses by giving the Cathedral’s phone # at Holland Park if you make any purchases there. If so, please use phone number 905 527 1316. |
HATS OPEN HOUSE
The Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters invites you to an Open House on June 3, from 1-3 pm. Please see this link for more information!
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BIKES FOR FARMWORKERS PROGRAM
BIKES ARE NEEDED! Migrant Farmworkers need bicycles for independent transportation to shop, bank and visit friends. Your no longer used bike can make a huge difference in a farmworker’s wellbeing! Donate your bike Thursdays between 4:30-8:00pm at St. Alban’s Anglican Church, 4341 Ontario St, Beamsville |
A PRAYER FOR THE DAY OF PENTECOST
Holy God, you spoke the world into being. Pour your Spirit to the ends of the earth, that your children may return from exile as citizens of your commonwealth, and our divisions may be healed by your word of love and righteousness. Amen.
Prayer taken from the Revised Common Lectionary
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PRAYERS FOR OUR ORDINANDS
We offer our prayers for those coming up to Ordination on June 4. Please join us in the Cathedral for this service! |