From the Canon
Dear friends,
As I write this, there is a quiet springtime rain happening outside. It's mid-afternoon, the sky is grey and gloomy while a cool breeze blusters through the trees outside my office window. Several times today I've taken time to wander through the Cathedral. I'm feeling a bit lost in some ways, seeking to find or be found. I'm not sure which.
But while sitting here looking at the window of my office, I notice the reflection of others walking, talking, working … different people moving in and out of my view. And I think to myself, what if we could reflect Christ in a similar manner? As people watch us walking, talking, and working, do they see Christ reflected in us?
I'd say yes because I know I've seen Christ in you this past week. Our Lord is found in the love and kindness you've extended to others a time of deep grief and sorrow. You've shared your care and concerns, offered your quiet prayers and presence when no one had any idea what – exactly – could or should be done. You've led by example in these been difficult days, and while we are not guaranteed ease of life, we can be confident that the presence of the God Almighty, Father, Son and Holy Spirit resides with and is reflected in each of us.
Faithfully,
Canon Jody | | Carkhuff Memorial Service
A Celebration of Life for Jenelle Carkhuff will be held at Grace Cathedral on Saturday, April 27, at 10 a.m. A reception will be held in All Saints Hall following that service.
Help needed: Three volunteers are needed to assist with clean-up following the reception in All Saints Hall. Please email Jackie Sommers at jdrsommers@gmail.com to let her know you can help with this. Knowing how much Jenelle gave to hospitality and making people feel welcome in her years of ministry at Grace Cathedral, we want to do the same for those coming here to honor her. Thank you.
Adult Forum: April 28, May 5 & 12—The Gospel of John with Steve Roth
The gospel of John stands apart from the other gospels in both style and prospective in the telling of the earthly and divine life of Christ. You are invited to join in an overview of this intriguing story during Adult Forum, Sundays, 9:30 a.m., in All Saints Hall.
Youth Group Tea Party postponed
Due to recent events, the Spring Tea Party fundraiser by the Cathedral's Youth Group has been postponed to a later date.
Sharing Table Needed items: EVERYTHING
Grace Cathedral's Outreach Ministry continues to see a significant rise in items for basic living. On Saturday, April 6, 40 loaves of bread were made into peanut butter & jelly sandwiches and distributed by 10 a.m.; 36 Blessing Bags were gone by 10 a.m.; and the Sharing Table was practically empty by 10:30 a.m. The hours for Saturday distributions are from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
During the first quarter of this year the Sharing Table has provided 1,061 items to 147 people. We thank you for your continued generosity toward our neighbors!
Sharing Table Needed items: EVERYTHING — Gently used belts, shampoo, deodorant, bar soap/body wash, socks, band-aids, large or travel size toothpaste, dental floss, body lotion, sunscreen, can openers, pain reliever, combs, brushes, feminine products, Depends underwear female & male.
DOK May meeting
The Order of the Daughters of the King, Grace Chapter, will meet at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 4, in the Bubb Room. There will be a time of sharing, and our Chaplain, Sharon Highberger, will lead us in some meditation. All women of Grace Cathedral are welcome to visit or join.
The Order of the Daughters of the King is a religious order for women of the Episcopal Church (see Chimes article) and those in communion with the Episcopal church. For more information please contact Jackie Sommers at jdrsommers@gmail.com, Vanessa Hill at hill.vanessa.1924@gmail.com, Jan Buckley at jbuckley1003@yahoo.com, or Sharon Highberger at sharonhighb2@icloud.com.
Copies of Deacon Chubb's book still available
We still a limited number of hardback copies of Deacon Don Chubb's new book Resilient Heritage, The Episcopal Church in Topeka. They can be purchased at the Cathedral office during business hours for $35 (checks made out to Grace Cathedral or cash in the exact amount please), or you can purchase a paperback copy for $18 on Amazon. All proceeds go to the Cathedral.
Episcopal Summer Camp — June 2-8, 2024
Camp Wood YMCA features a variety of activities such as horseback riding, archery, climbing tower, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, water slide, mud slide, arts and crafts, and sports. The volunteer Episcopal staff provides solid Christian education, featuring worship, music, small group discussions, and prayer. - When: June 2-8, 2024
- Where: Camp Wood YMCA, Elmdale, KS
- Who: Young people in grades 3-12 for 2023-24 school year (you must have finished third grade to attend)
- Cost: $525 through May 1, payment plans are available.
- Registration: https://edokformation.wordpress.com/camp/; priority deadline is Wednesday, May 1
- Scholarships: You can apply for scholarships on the registration form.
- Questions? Contact Karen Schlabach at kschlabach@episcopal-ks.org.
| | Daughters of the King Spring Assembly | | Practicing The Way of Love was the theme of the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Daughters of the King Spring Assembly on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Grace Cathedral. Our Assembly guest speakers shared how we can practice love in our community. We concluded our lovely day in Grace's St. Mary's Chapel with Holy Eucharist. Music was provided by Dr. Livingston, organist.
It was a wonderful day! Thank you to all who made it so! | | | Pictured clockwise from top left: Sharon Highberger (DOK Chaplain and Speaker), Assembly attendees, Dr. Donald Livingston (Assembly organist), LeRoy Dagg (Guest Speaker), Jackie Sommers (Cathedral DOK President), and DOK members Barbara Salyer and Vanessa Hill | | 
The missing handbell ringer
At last Saturday's memorial service for Darlene Elwood, the Cathedral Ringers Handbell Choir played a special arrangement of Amazing Grace in honor of the many years Darlene spent as a handbell ringer at the Cathedral. Her last time to play with this group was last month on Palm Sunday. This memorial was set up in her place at the handbell table.
Well done, good and faithful servant. —Matthew 25:23 | | | Violence Reduction, Mental Health Crisis Services and Homelessness in Topeka will be addressed with researched solutions presented to local officials. Show them, by your attendance, that we are serious about correcting injustice in the lives of our neighbors. Our goal is to have 65 Cathedral members in attendance!
This assembly is all about "people power!" Become one of the "people;" Become one of the 1,500 people wanting action to correct injustice. | | April 27
8:30 a.m., Saturday Sandwich Ministry (ASH kitchen)
10:00 a.m., Celebration of Life service for Jenelle Carkhuff (Cathedral)
April 28
8:30 a.m., Spoken Service of Holy Communion (Cathedral)
9:30 a.m., Adult Forum (ASH)
10:30 a.m., Club Jesus for children (Sloan Hall)
10:30 a.m., Holy Communion with organ and choir (Cathedral)
5:00 p.m., Youth Group (Room 205)
5:30 p.m., Mission Vision Team (Robyn Room)
April 29
7:00 p.m., Reader's Theater (Bubb Room)
April 30
9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer (St. Mary's Chapel)
3:30 a.m., Staff meeting (Bubb Room)
May 1
11:30 a.m., Stephen Ministry (Robyn Room)
3:00 p.m., EfM (Bubb Room)
May 2
7:30 a.m., Men's Study Group (Bubb Room)
9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer (St. Mary's Chapel)
9:30 a.m., Centering Prayer
5:30 p.m., Handbell rehearsal (Room 211)
7:00 p.m., Choir rehearsal (Choir Room) | | Worship opportunities with Grace Cathedral | | | In-person Services - We offer two Sunday services of Holy Communion: 8:30 (spoken only) and 10:30 (with music). Nursery care is available for the 10:30 service.
- Morning Prayer is held each Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m., in St. Mary's Chapel.
Live-streaming online service Our 10:30 Sunday service will be livestreamed on our website, Facebook page and YouTube channel: Compline Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 p.m., on the Cathedral's Facebook page: | | Find it on the website Here are some links to make things a bit easier to find on the Cathedral website: | | | | |
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