Welcoming The Rev. Amy Lindemann Allen as Guest Preacher

The Rev. Amy Lindemann Allen, assistant professor of the New Testament at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, will be our guest preacher at 8 and 10 a.m. this Sunday. Ordained in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Amy earned her doctorate in New Testament and Early Christianity from Vanderbilt University. She has written numerous preaching guides and lectionary blogs both in print and online in addition to journal articles and book chapters.

At 11:15 a.m., Amy and Dean Gray Lesesne will host our Forum hour to unpack the Scripture readings of the day…it’s a great opportunity for you to “ask a Biblical scholar anything.”

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NEW DEADLINE: An Update on Mailed 2022 Election Ballots

NEW DEADLINE: SUNDAY, JAN. 31

We apologize for the flurry of emails this week. Things are changing quickly, and we want to keep everyone as updated as possible.

We still look forward to seeing you at our Annual Parish Meeting on Sunday, Jan. 30, at 11:30 a.m., but if  you cannot be with us on that day and plan to vote by mail, please review the important update below.

All eligible electors will receive their absentee ballot in the mail so that they may vote in the parish election if they are unable to attend the Annual Meeting. Due to pandemic staffing shortages plaguing businesses nationally and locally, our 2022 election ballots are behind schedule at the printer. Parish bylaws state that mailed ballots must be received seven days before the Annual Meeting. Given the unusual circumstances, the Vestry has approved an exception to the by-laws that allows ballots to count if received by Monday, January 31.

Please keep an eye out for your ballots and, if you plan to vote absentee, return your ballot as soon as possible. Here are two quick ways to do so: 

• Fill out your ballot, seal it in the pre-paid envelope enclosed in the ballot mailing and send it back to us in the mail.
• Fill out your ballot, seal it in the enclosed envelope, and bring it with you to place in the offering plate during worship either on Sunday, Jan. 23, or on Sunday, Jan. 30.

Votes cast by mail will be logged and checked against ballots cast during the Annual Meeting to ensure only one vote is cast per eligible elector.

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Good at LaurenG@cccindy.org or at 317-636-4577, ext. 113.

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TOMORROW! CCC Concerts: Walk In Light

SATURDAY, JAN. 22, AT 6:30PM

Indianapolis-based Baroque ensemble Echoing Air will present “Walk in Light,” a concert for the season of Epiphany showcasing music from the Baroque period for voices and instruments. Selections will include works by Telemann, Legrenzi, and Buxtehude. The ensemble features two countertenors, two recorders, Baroque flute, harpsichord/organ, and viola da gamba. This concert was rescheduled from Jan. 15 to Jan. 22.

This performance is available both in-person and livestreamed at cccindy.org/live.

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Vestry Meets This Week

TUESDAY, JAN. 25 AT 6:30PM

Christ Church Cathedral’s Vestry (governing board) meets via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Our meetings are open to the congregation and all are welcome to attend.

Minutes from the previous month’s meeting are available in the St. Francis Foyer or by emailing laureng@cccindy.org.

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Sacred Ground Begins Jan. 26

WEDNESDAYS, JAN. 26-APRIL 6 AT 6:30PM

Sacred Ground, a video-based dialogue series about race that was developed by the Episcopal Church, will run from Jan. 26 through April 6. This program is co-sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis, the Union of Black Episcopalians, and the diocesan Racial Justice and Education Team. CCC’s own Canon Marian Scott will facilitate alongside Deacon Cathy Scott.

The group will meet via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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Bring Your Faith Questions to Catechumenate

STARTING MONDAY, FEB. 7, AT 6PM

Do you have questions about God, faith, the church or spirituality? These questions are never in the way of our spiritual growth and life, even if they are critical—asking questions is how we grow. Catechumenate means teaching by questions. Your questions aren’t just welcome, they are the curriculum. You will be with others asking similar questions.

For some, Catechumenate leads to a new faith commitment, such as baptism or confirmation. Others use the opportunity to learn more about Christ Church Cathedral and become a member of our community. Regardless, we are not asking for a commitment—anyone can participate.

Join Dean Gray Lesesne Mondays at 6 p.m. to explore your faith in a friendly, supportive group.

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Black History Month: “The Lunch Date”

SUNDAY, FEB. 6, AT 11:30PM

The Racial Justice Team invites you to this Sunday Forum where we will show the short film, “The Lunch Date” and have an open discussion on stereotypes and prejudices. “The Lunch Date” is a study of perceptions that won the 1991 Oscar for Best Short Film. It offers an opportunity to discuss fear and difference, race, social class and status, and the power of unexamined privilege.

CCC Annual Meeting

SUNDAY, JAN. 30, AT 11:30AM

All members are invited to attend the Annual Parish Meeting, where – among other items of business – we will elect new Vestry members and delegates to the Diocesan Convention that will take place in November 2022. We are particularly looking forward to this annual meeting because, after a year of listening and processing, our Discernment Team will present focus areas for our upcoming ministry as determined by all of the input they received from our members and our neighbors.

All qualified electors will receive absentee ballots in the mail. Per parish by-laws, all absentee ballots must be received in the Cathedral office by Jan. 23. In-person attendees may vote at the meeting on Jan. 30.

Candidates for Vestry: Liliana Guzman, Andrea Hunley, Conner McNeely, Perry Mihalakos, Steve Whaley

Candidates for Diocesan Convention: Jeffry Guerrero, Elaine Klemesrud, Ewan McDuffee, Brent Luebcke (alternate 1), Milicent Wright (alternate 2)

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Implicit Bias and Microaggression Workshop

SATURDAY, JAN. 29, AT 9AM

The diocese will host “Implicit Bias & Microaggressions: Faithful Reflection and Discernment of Next Steps” via Zoom. The three-hour workshop will explore ways to name personal biases, recognize microaggressions, and teach tools to help create intentionally inclusive environments. Registration is required.

The workshop will be led by CCC Junior Warden Andrea Hunley. Since 2012, she has served as principal of a public elementary school in downtown Indianapolis.

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Heartfelt Thanks From the Outreach Ministry Team

The Outreach Ministry Team extends a heartfelt thank you to our Cathedral family for your loving and generous response to the 2021 Adopt-a-Family (AAF) ministry. Due to the pandemic we introduced a new and different Christmas program for 2021. Partnering with Coburn Place Safe Haven to support survivors of interpersonal abuse and their children, Christ Church Cathedral adopted all Coburn Families. Your support was nothing short of amazing, donating:

• $1,885 in Amazon purchases
• 200 offertory gift cards
•  $2,160 in check donations (used to purchase gift cards from Amazon, Gas, Walmart, Kroger, and gas stations.)

To quote Drew  LaCroix, Volunteer and Resources Coordinator at Coburn Place, “You all are SO wonderful and make such a huge difference in the lives of families here.”

Win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

DEADLINE: SUNDAY, JAN. 30

Last fall we encouraged you to log in to Realm, CCC’s new online portal where members can connect all week long, and update your profile for a chance to win some fabulous prizes! Now you have a second chance! Update your profile by Sunday, Jan. 30, to be eligible to win one of two $25 Amazon gift cards. Eligible profiles must include:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Individual photo
• Skills
• Interest

Congratulations to Adam McFetridge, who won four tickets to Newfields’ Winterlights; Jennifer Manterfield, who won two Pacers tickets; and Andrea Hunley, Reyn Libed, Steve Whaley and Donna Worth, who each won a $25 Visa gift card in December.

If you need any assistance or have any questions about Realm, contact Lauren Good at LaurenG@cccindy.org or at 317-636-4577, ext. 113.

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Rest, Renewal, and Research Follow-Up Resources

Thanks to all who attended Liz and Tom Kryder-Reid’s presentation last Sunday on their upcoming sabbatical together. For those interested in more information about Liz’s research on toxic heritage, see the following links:

• Toxic Heritage
• Storymap: Dry cleaning history and environmental racism in Indianapolis 
• Discussion: Post-industrial heritage in the UK

Liz welcomes comments and ideas and can be reached at ekryderr@iu.edu.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022 Prayer Service

SATURDAY, JAN. 22 AT 7PM

You are invited to the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022 Prayer Service on Jan. 22,  at 7 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church (1660 Kessler Blvd E Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46220). This service is open to the public and will be livestreamed.

For questions and additional information, contact Rev. Fatima Yakubu-Madus.

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