Saying Yes to God

In this Sunday’s Gospel from Luke, we hear how Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days he fasted and was famished. In this vulnerable state, he was tempted by the devil. He was tempted in the wilderness in ways similar to ours — hunger, power, popularity, and security, and he rejected them all in obedience to God. However, it is not just about temptations but also about the choices that Jesus made, in all instances to be faithful and in obedience to God. Saying “Yes” to the devil means “No” to God and God’s plans for him. The same applies to us today: When temptations come knocking on our door, do we say yes and thank you or discipline ourselves to make a choice that will serve and glorify God through obedience?

Prayerfully consider what distractions or obstacles you need to say “No” to in order to say “Yes” to God.

–The Rev. Fatima Yakubu-Madus

Congratulations to Brendan Conner!

Join us in congratulating Brendan Conner, CCC’s Senior Organ Scholar, who has been appointed Associate Director of Music at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Atlanta.

Brendan joined the CCC staff in 2020, and we are very grateful for his contributions to glorifying God with his musical talents on a weekly basis. We are pleased that Brendan will continue his ministry at CCC through Pentecost Sunday, May 22.

THIS SUNDAY: Children’s Stations of the Cross

SUNDAY, MARCH 6, AT 11:30AM

All children are invited to explore the stations of the cross with us in a special activity that undertakes this difficult journey in a loving, safe, and age-appropriate way. Children will travel with Christ to 10 stations (some combined for time and attention-span). Each station will have a reading, a prayer and an activity. Please meet Anne Tordai in the Nave following the 10 a.m. worship service

First Sunday Evensong Brings ISO Concertmaster to CCC!

SUNDAY, MARCH 6, AT 4PM

On the first Sunday of each month, we offer a Choral Evensong along with short recitals by guest instrumentalists. CCC is thrilled to welcome Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Kevin Lin who will perform with guitarist, IU Jacobs School of Music lecturer, and CCC’s own Daniel Duarte!

Spirit & Place Event Team

TUESDAY, MARCH 8, AT 7PM

In search of community-minded people to organize a Spirit & Place event! Let’s do some creative place-making around the theme of IDENTIFY. Join a small working group to brainstorm a concept now, bring on a community partner, and then bring it to life in November.

Only a handful of meetings are required over the next few weeks, then in October leading up to the Spirit & Place Festival in early November. Our first meeting will be via Zoom on Tuesday, March 8, at 7 p.m.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT SHANNON JOYCE

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Lent At CCC

Although Lent has historically been a time to practice self-denial and privation, some modern adherents use Lent as a time for self-reflection and self-improvement. CCC offers several such opportunities in the coming weeks. In addition, the sermons and Sunday forums throughout Lent will allow us to focus on the five pillars of the strategic plan that was revealed at the end of January. During our forum hour Canon Mariann Scott will lead us in a discussion on the first pillar and what it means to be a “Convener and Connector for our city and diocese.”

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Meditations in Homes

FRIDAYS AT 6PM

During the Fridays of Lent, members will gather in parishioners’ homes to meditate on the five pillars of the Cathedral’s strategic plan and how it connects with the journey of Lent. We also come together to pray for our personal requests as well as the needs of the congregation, our community, the country, and the entire world. For more information, contact Verónica Godínez. (These evenings will be primarily in Spanish.)

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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 Cultural Centre at 705 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

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Lenten Quiet Morning

SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 9AM-NOON

Save the date and get your walking shoes ready! Our Lenten Quiet Morning is on Saturday, March 26 from 9 a.m. until noon. The Rev. Cathy Scott, Deacon at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, will lead us in a series of walks around the neighborhood and meditations here in the Cathedral, with plenty of time for restful breaks and contemplation in between. As we live into our new congregational mission of glorifying God, serving our neighbors, and transforming our city, our quiet morning will invite us to see ourselves and our neighborhood with new eyes. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and to bring a jacket if you’re planning to walk with us. Sign up today so we can be sure to have plenty of goodies and coffee for you.

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SAVE THE DATE! Mothering Sunday Brunch

SUNDAY, MARCH 27, AT 11:30AM

We’re excited to gather with you on the fourth Sunday in Lent! In the United Kingdom, Mothering Sunday was a holiday for families to return to the church of their youth if they had moved away, and in 2022, this tradition seems more poignant than ever. Come enjoy light brunch fare while catching up with friends!

CCC Presents Vierne Fest

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.

CCC Canon and Director of Music Christopher Caruso-Lynch recently sat for an interview with Catherine about this special CCC concert.

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The Choir School at CCC Launches Next Fall

As part of his annual address on Sunday, Jan. 30, Dean Gray Lesesne mentioned that one of CCC’s newest initiatives will be establishing a choir school at Christ Church Cathedral. This after-school program for students grades 3 through 8 will launch at the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year. Participants will receive musical instruction, vocal training, homework help and meals five days a week. It is our hope that the choir school will provide formational opportunities for students’ social and emotional learning, including teamwork, focus, persistence, and accountability, and it will be a resource for parents and students, connecting them with necessary community services.

Children interested in The Choir School have a wonderful opportunity to get to know the music program during CCC’s annual music summer camp, Joyful Noise, a two-week long program which takes place May 25-27, and May 31-June 3. This is a free music camp open to rising third graders through rising eighth graders in the Indianapolis area.

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SAVE THE DATE! Cathedral Women Dinner & Meeting

TUESDAY, MARCH 15, AT 6PM

Mark your calendars for the first Cathedral Women general meeting of 2022. ALL ARE WELCOME (women, men and children)! Dinner will be provided at 6 p.m., and the meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. Childcare and translation services provided. More details coming soon.

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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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