Welcome Guest Preacher The Rev. Heidi Haverkamp

SUNDAY, FEB. 20, AT 8 AND 10AM

We’ll welcome The Reverend Heidi Haverkamp to Christ Church Cathedral this Sunday, Feb. 20 at our 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. liturgies. Heidi is a writer, author, spiritual director, and Episcopal priest. She writes an occasional newsletter called Letters from a Part-time Hermit.

In 2020, Heidi moved to Indianapolis to be near a growing cluster of friends and to pursue some other opportunities. She is working on a new book series, called Everyday Connections, a year-long devotional for each of the three lectionary years (A, B, C), based on the excellent new sermon commentary series, Connections. As a spiritual director, she meets with folks to puzzle through their spiritual questions, struggles, and wonderings.

After the 10 a.m. liturgy, join Heidi and Christ Church Cathedral’s own Dan Hoffman in our Cathedral Forum for an Introduction to Spiritual Direction. Spiritual direction is an ancient spiritual practice of companionship, listening, questioning, and conversation that empowers people to live their faith more fully. Both Heidi and Dan will share about their spiritual direction practices and share with you how spiritual direction could enhance your own faith journey.

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Announcing the 2022 Vestry Officers

At their Feb. 15 meeting, Vestry members approved officers for the coming year. Dean Gray Lesesne appointed Jude Magers to serve as Senior Warden for one year, and the Vestry elected Andrea Hunley to serve as Junior Warden for one year.

The Vestry also asked Irma Petrosino to continue her work as treasurer and Merrill Grayson to continue as clerk. Irma has served as the Cathedral’s treasurer for many years and oversees the Finance Committee. Merrill, a former Vestry member, most recently became the clerk in 2021.

We are deeply grateful to these volunteers for pledging their time and talents to benefit the Cathedral.

Christopher Pitts Trio: Perspectives on the Piano

SATURDAY, FEB. 19, AT 6:30PM

Acclaimed pianist Christopher Pitts, known for his energetic performances and willingness to take chances, brings his trio to Christ Church Cathedral this weekend. Christopher recently sat down with CCC’s Director of Music, Christopher Caruso-Lynch, to discuss the upcoming concert.

Don’t miss this concert, where Christopher Pitts and his Trio will explore the rich repertoire of the piano through their own interpretive lens. From European art music to Blues and modern Black American Music/Jazz, they seek to find our human connections through music. Join us on our journey to a modern sound through a study of our history.

This concert may be enjoyed in-person or via livestream.

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Enjoy Pancakes at Church

SUNDAY, FEB. 27, AT 11:30AM

Lent is right around the corner, which means it’s pancake season at Christ Church Cathedral! Come enjoy a simple pancake breakfast, prepared by our youth, with your CCC family.

Volunteers are needed to cook, serve and clean! No experience necessary! Contact Anne Tordai.

Pancakes are historically associated with Shrove Tuesday, the day preceding Lent, because they are a way to use up rich foods such as eggs, milk, and sugar, before the fasting season of the 40 days of Lent.

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Looking Ahead to Lent

Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, March 2, and it is an excellent time to step back and take stock of your spiritual life. Your Cathedral leaders are working hard to develop meaningful activities what will help you deepen your connections to God and God’s beloved creation.

On Ash Wednesday, CCC will offer four worship services with imposition of ashes: 7 a.m., 12:05 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. in Spanish. In addition, we will offer “Ashes to Go,” the imposition of ashes for all passers-by, at four locations in and near downtown Indianapolis. These public offerings are just one step in our goal to be more visible to our downtown neighbors.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Vierne Fest Is Coming

SATURDAY, MARCH 12, AT 6:30PM

Organist Catherine Rodland joins forces with the Cathedral Choir to celebrate the 30th anniversary and refurbishment of the chancel organ by Hellmuth Wolff, featuring Louis Vierne’s Mess Solenelle for two organs.

Book Discussion: “Be the Bridge: Pursuing God’s Heart for Racial Reconciliation”

STARTS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16

Looking for a place to start in your own journey toward racial reconciliation? “Be the Bridge: Pursuing God’s Heart for Racial Reconciliation” was written specifically for Christians wrestling with hard truths. This book discussion group, led by Tim Culbertson and Cynthia Madison, will challenge participants in a safe, supportive environment to examine how we may participate in perpetuating racial disparity and how we can participate in the transformative work of reconciliation.

Attendees are asked to read the book in advance. Complimentary paperback copies are available at the church, or you can purchase a paperback or Kindle copy from Amazon.

Meetings will take place at the Phoenix Theater Community Centre at 705 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

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CCC 101

SUNDAY, MARCH 20, AT 11:30AM

Are you new (or new-ish) to Christ Church Cathedral? Welcome! CCC 101 is our on-ramp to learn more about us, plug in more deeply, and help you make connections. It is our basic “membership information class,” though there is no pressure to join anything. Instead, CCC 101 is a space for storytelling, pondering questions, trying on spiritual practices and learning about CCC, the Episcopal Church, and the Christian tradition in the context of community. Join us for lunch and thought-provoking discussions!

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