Increase our faith!
This Sunday, we’ll hear the disciples ask Jesus very bluntly in Luke 17:5-10 “Increase our faith!” Jesus cleverly responds to their request, saying: “If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, `Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.”
Theologian Francisco J. García reminds us: “Faith does not increase like magic. It is felt and known through lived experience. This can only come through practice, in those challenging moments when faith is put to the test. I don’t mean ‘test’ in the sense that you pass or fail, but that you move forward with a concrete step in the justice-seeking and peacemaking way of Jesus, with a discerning heart, regardless of uncertainty, worry, or fear.”
As we begin our Season of Stewardship this month, we deepen our roots in God’s love and hope by praying together, learning together, serving together, and giving together for the work of God’s Kingdom. And in doing so, our faith will increase.
—The Very Rev. Gray Lesesne, D.Min.
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THIS SUNDAY: Stewardship Kick-off
SUNDAY, OCT. 2, AFTER EACH SERVICE
Stewardship season begins this week and we’re excited to kick off our campaign with a fun celebration! Be with us after each service to learn more about this year’s campaign goals and enjoy empanadas. Through our collective generosity, we hope to have an even greater impact on our neighborhood, city, and Diocese next year as we continue to deepen our roots through strategic ministry. |
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Cottage Gatherings
MULTIPLE DATES AND LOCATIONS AVAILABLE
Celebrate the work and ministry of Christ Church Cathedral this October by attending a fun Cottage Gathering in your neighborhood. These strictly social get-togethers will help you to get to know other CCC members who live around you, enjoy some delicious food and conversation, and celebrate our shared mission and ministry. As we seek to deepen our roots through strategic ministry, these gatherings serve as a way to learn more about the impact we have in a friendly and warm environment hosted by fellow parishioners. A number of locations and dates are available:
- NORTHSIDE: Oct 5th at 630 p.m. (RSVP)
- WESTSIDE (BILINGUAL): Oct 14th at 6:30 p.m.(RSVP)
- EASTSIDE: Oct 18th at 6:30 p.m. (RSVP)
- SOUTHSIDE (BILINGUAL): Oct 28th at 7 p.m. (RSVP)
- DOWNTOWN: Nov 1st at 7 p.m. (RSVP)
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Young Adults Lunch
SUNDAY, OCT. 23 AT 12:30PM
The Stewardship Committee invites young adults (21-35ish) in the congregation to lunch at Nada (11 W. Maryland St.) for fellowship and to discuss how we can give back to the Cathedral in the early stages of our careers and families. We will meet at the St. Francis Door.
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Immigrant Welcome Center: CCC’s 3rd Outreach Collaboration
We are delighted to announce Immigrant Welcome Center (IWC) as the third and final 2022-2023 recipient under CCC’s Outreach Ministry program. IWC is dedicated to empowering Indy’s immigrants by connecting them to the people, places, and resources they need in order to thrive.
The partnership stems from CCC’s strategic plan and prayerful intention to support immigrant families and includes a monetary grant along with an additional commitment of time and talent contributions from CCC congregants.
Through various programs, each of which addresses various social, civic, and economic integration efforts, IWC empowers Indy’s immigrants to successfully adapt and integrate.
The sense of belonging and care the Immigrant Welcome Center offers to immigrant families fully embodies the Gospel’s call to love our neighbors as ourselves and this partnership is a clear opportunity to support crucial programming in our community.
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| CCC is excited to announce the new leadership team who will support our Coro Latinoamericano. Daniel Duarte, Stephany Cohen, and Bruno Sandes have contributed their musical gifts to CCC over the years and throughout the interim. We are grateful to them for continuing their work in our community in this new way! Be with us at today’s monthly Fiesta after the 1 p.m. service as we toast to this new beginning with longtime friends of CCC!
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2023 NOMINATIONS
The Nominating Committee of Christ Church Cathedral has begun its work! Committee members, appointed by our Dean and Vestry in August, are Johnnie Alex, Paul Valliere, Bill White, Tim Culbertson, Pat McConnell, and Bethy Puerto. Their charge is to discern and select a slate of qualified candidates to stand for election to our Vestry (governing board) and as our delegates to the 2023 Annual Convention of the Diocese of Indianapolis. As part of this work, they welcome your suggestions and thoughts about potential nominees for these ministries. Please send your suggestions by October 16, 2022.
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First Sunday Evensong Returns
SUNDAY, OCT. 2, AT 4PM
First Sunday Choral Evensong returns this Sunday! CCC’s first special Evensong will follow with a recital from concert pianist Nikolaos Pine Be with us for an evening of beautiful music and take a deep breath before your week begins. |
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TONIGHT: Children’s “Coco” Movie Night
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30, AT 6PM
Families are invited to share an evening together enjoying a story of love and family bonds, “Coco.” Pizza dinner will be served at 6 p.m. followed by a movie and seasonal activities. Children are welcome to come in pajamas and bring a pillow. |
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SAVE THE DATE: Blessing of the Animals
SATURDAY, OCT. 8, AT 11AM
Join us and bring your fur babies, plumed pals, and slithery sidekicks for the Blessing of the Animals! This short service in observance of the Feast of St. Francis takes place on our front lawn and we welcome all God’s creatures and their guardians. Animals must remain under the control of an adult, on a leash, or safely contained at all times. Pets will receive a blessing and a St. Francis medallion as a token of love and protection. |
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CCC Pumpkin Patch Outing
SATURDAY, OCT. 15, NOON TO 3PM
CCC invites you to a group outing at Russell Farms Pumpkin Patch! Enjoy a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayride excursion, games, a petting zoo and more!
Cost: $12.50 per person when you arrive. To get the group rate, just tell them you’re with CCC. Children ages 2 and under are free. Admission does not include the cost of pumpkins to take home.
Registration is NOT required, but it would be great to get an idea how many people we should expect to see.
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Concerts at CCC: Petar and Daniel, Guitar Duo
SATURDAY, OCT. 15, AT 6:30PM
CCC’s own Daniel Duarte and Petar Jankovic return to Christ Church Cathedral’s Concert Series for a duo guitar concert. Featuring their modern approach to the classical guitar repertoire, Daniel and Petar bring energy, world-class musicianship, and fun to their programs which have been heard around the United States. Don’t miss these IU faculty in concert!
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Cole Arthur Riley to Offer Two Workshops
SATURDAY, OCT. 22, AT 10AM AND NOON
Cole Aurthur Riley, Author of “This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories that Make Us,” will offer two workshops on writing, spirituality and liberation in a day of events sponsored by The Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis and CCC. The first workshop will take place at The Avenue Coffeehouse (6283 N. College Ave.) with a lunch presentation to follow at CCC.
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Christianity and Creation: the Spirituality of Climate Change
MONDAY, OCT. 24, AT 6:30PM
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth, and gave creation into the care of humans. But as the climate crisis worsens by the year, how are we called to tend to earth as Christians? Join us at Upland Brewing (4842 N. College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205) for food and conversation on the Christian response to climate change. RSVP required.
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