DIGITAL CATHEDRAL AT

THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE ATONEMENT WESTFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS

CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL CATEDRAL IGLESIA DE CRISTO SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS

The Celebration of the Holy Eucharist

La Celebración de la Santa Eucaristia

The Most Reverend Michael B. Curry Preacher Predicador

The Right Reverend Douglas J. Fisher

Celebrant Celebrante

Sunday, the Fifteenth of October, Two Thousand Seventeen

Domingo el Quince de Octubre, de Dos Mil Diecisiete

At Ten O’clock in the Morning A las Diez de la Mañana

ORDER OF PROCESSION Orden De La Procesión

Crucifer and Torch Bearers | Crucifero y Antorchas

Choir | Coro

Crucifer and Torch Bearers | Crucífero y Antorchas

Gospel Book | Libro del Evangelio

Eucharistic Ministers | Los Ministros Eucarísticos

Liturgist | Liturgista

Deacon |Diácono

Ecumenical Partners | Compañeros Ecuménicos

The Clergy Associates of the Cathedral | Los Clerigos Asociados de la Catedral

The Dean | Deán

The Chaplain to the Bishop of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts Capillan para el Obispo Diocesano

The Bishop of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts

Obispo del Diocese de Massachusetts Oeste

The Chaplain to the Presiding Bishop and Primate Capellan del Obispo Primado

The Presiding Bishop and Primate | Obispo Primado

Serving Today at The Episcopal Church of the Atonement Altar Guild Linda Zielinski, Howard Carney

Linens Sally Angers

Flower Guild Tanya Kellogg, Sally Angers Food Delivery Team Mike Krok

Eucharistic Ministers Sue Cole, Dotti Noe

Acolytes Lindsay Walsh, Connor and Logan Gendron

Ushers Marcia Walsh, Tony Gendron Counters Margo Halton, Tom Krok

THE VOLUNTARY Partita on “St. Anne” Paul Manz I Theme (1919-2000) II Adagio III Pastorale

WELCOME Very Reverend Tom Callard La Bienvenida Dean Christ Church Cathedral

THE LITURGY OF THE WORD | La Liturgia De La Palabra All stand as able to sing Todos de pie para cantar

THE PROCESSION HYMN

THE OPENING ACCLAMATION ACLAMACIÓN DE APERTURA Bishop Blessed be God: Father, Son and

Holy Spirit Obispo Bendito sea Dios: Padre, Hijo y

Espíritu Santo. People And blessed be God’s kingdom,

now and forever. Amen. Pueblo Y bendito sea su reino, ahora y

por siempre. Amen. All Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen

Todos Dios omnipotente, para quien todos los corazones están manifiestos, todos los deseos son conocidos y ningún secreto se halla encubierto: Purifica los pensamientos de nuestros corazones por la inspiración de tu Santo Espíritu, para que perfectamente te amemos y dignamente proclamemos la grandeza de tu santo Nombre; por Cristo nuestro Señor. Amén.

Please remain standing for the Hymn of Praise Por favor quédense de pie para el Himno de Alabanza

Gloria a nuestro Dios, gloria en las alturas Y Paz en la Tierra a toda criatura (X2)

Señor te alabamos y te bendecimos Todos te adoramos y te damos gracias.

Gracias mil, oh Señor por todo lo creado (X2) THE COLLECT OF THE DAY La Colecta del Dia Bishop The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Bishop Let us pray. Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may

continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Te rogamos, oh Señor, que tu gracia siempre nos preceda y acompañe, para que continuamente nos dediquemos a buenas obras; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor, que vive y reina contigo y el Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios, ahora y por siempre. Amén.

Please be seated for the lessons Por favor tomen un asiento para las lecturas

A READING FROM THE BOOK OF ISAIAH 25:1-9 Lectura del Libro de Isaias O LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you, I will praise your name; for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of old, faithful and sure. For you have made the city a heap, the fortified city a ruin; the palace of aliens is a city no more, it will never be rebuilt. Therefore strong peoples will glorify you; cities of ruthless nations will fear you. For you have been a refuge to the poor, a refuge to the

needy in their distress, a shelter from the rainstorm and a shade from the heat. When the blast of the ruthless was like a winter rainstorm, the noise of aliens like heat in a dry place, you subdued the heat with the shade of clouds; the song of the ruthless was stilled. On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wines, of rich food filled with marrow, of well-aged wines strained clear. And he will destroy on this mountain the shroud that is cast over all peoples, the sheet that is spread over all nations; he will swallow up death forever. Then the Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from all faces, and the disgrace of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the LORD has spoken. It will be said on that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, so that he might save us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Señor, tú eres mi Dios; yo te alabo y bendigo tu nombre, porque has realizado tus planes admirables, fieles y seguros desde tiempos antiguos. Has convertido las ciudades en montones de piedras, las ciudades fortificadas en ruinas; destruiste los palacios de los enemigos, y no serán reconstruidos jamás. Por esto un pueblo violento te honra, las ciudades de gente cruel te temen. Porque tú has sido un refugio para el pobre, un protector para el necesitado en su aflicción, refugio contra la tempestad, sombra contra el calor. El aliento de los hombres crueles es como una tempestad de invierno, o como el calor en tierra seca. Tú dominas el tumulto de los enemigos como calmas el calor con la sombra de una nube. Tú obligas a los hombres crueles a guardar silencio. En el monte Sión, el Señor todopoderoso preparará para todas las naciones un banquete con ricos manjares y vinos añejos, con deliciosas comidas y los más puros vinos. En este monte destruirá el Señor el velo que cubría a todos los pueblos, el manto que envolvía a todas las naciones. El Señor destruirá para siempre la muerte, secará las lágrimas de los ojos de todos y hará desaparecer en toda la tierra la deshonra de su pueblo. El Señor lo ha dicho. En ese día se dirá: «Éste es nuestro Dios, en él confiamos él nos salvó. Alegrémonos, gocémonos, él nos ha salvado.» Palabra del Señor. The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God.

SALMO 23 | Psalm 23 Lider El Señor es mi pastor; Pueblo nada me falta. Lider En verdes praderas me hace descansar, Pueblo a las aguas tranquilas me conduce, Lider me da nuevas fuerzas y me lleva por caminos rectos, Pueblo haciendo honor a su nombre. Lider Aunque pase por el más oscuro de los valles, Pueblo no temeré peligro alguno, Lider porque tú, Señor, estás conmigo; Pueblo tu vara y tu bastón me inspiran confianza. Lider Me has preparado un banquete Pueblo ante los ojos de mis enemigos; Lider has vertido perfume en mi cabeza, Pueblo y has llenado mi copa a rebosar. Lider Tu bondad y tu amor me acompañan Pueblo a lo largo de mis días, y en tu casa, oh Señor, por siempre viviré.

LECTURA DE LA CARTA DE SAN PABLO A LOS FILIPENSES 4:1-9 A reading from Philippians Mis queridos hermanos, a quienes tanto deseo ver; ustedes, amados míos, que son mi alegría y mi premio, sigan así, firmes en el Señor. Ruego a Evodia, y también a Síntique, que se pongan de acuerdo como hermanas en el Señor. Y a ti, mi fiel compañero de trabajo, te pido que ayudes a estas hermanas, pues ellas lucharon a mi lado en el anuncio del evangelio, junto con Clemente y los otros que trabajaron conmigo.

Sus nombres ya están escritos en el libro de la vida. Alégrense siempre en el Señor. Repito: ¡Alégrense! Que todos los conozcan a ustedes como personas bondadosas. El Señor está cerca. No se aflijan por nada, sino preséntenselo todo a Dios en oración; pídanle, y denle gracias también. Así Dios les dará su paz, que es más grande de lo que el hombre puede entender; y esta paz cuidará sus corazones y sus pensamientos por medio de Cristo Jesús. Por último, hermanos, piensen en todo lo verdadero, en todo lo que es digno de respeto, en todo lo recto, en todo lo puro, en todo lo agradable, en todo lo que tiene buena fama. Piensen en toda clase de virtudes, en todo lo que merece alabanza. Sigan practicando lo que les enseñé y las instrucciones que les di, lo que me oyeron decir y lo que me vieron hacer: háganlo así y el Dios de paz estará con ustedes. My brothers and sisters, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, my beloved. I urge Euodia and I urge Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you also, my loyal companion, help these women, for they have struggled beside me in the work of the gospel, together with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life. Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you. Lector La Palabra del Señor Pueblo Demos gracias a Dios.

All stand as able to sing Todos de pie para cantar

Translation: Nothing can frighten those who seek God. You shall never go wanting. God alone fills us.

THE HOLY GOSPEL, MATTHEW 22:1-14 El Santo Evangelio, San Mateo 22:1-14

Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Once more Jesus spoke to the people in parables, saying: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding banquet for his son. He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come. Again he sent other slaves, saying, ‘Tell those who have been invited: Look, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready; come to the wedding banquet.’ But they made light of it and went away, one to his

farm, another to his business, while the rest seized his slaves, mistreated them, and killed them. The king was enraged. He sent his troops, destroyed those murderers, and burned their city. Then he said to his slaves, ‘The wedding is ready, but those invited were not worthy. Go therefore into the main streets, and invite everyone you find to the wedding banquet.’ Those slaves went out into the streets and gathered all whom they found, both good and bad; so the wedding hall was filled with guests. “But when the king came in to see the guests, he noticed a man there who was not wearing a wedding robe, and he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding robe?’ And he was speechless. Then the king said to the attendants, ‘Bind him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ For many are called, but few are chosen.” Jesús comenzó a hablarles otra vez por medio de parábolas. Les dijo: «Sucede con el reino de los cielos como con un rey que hizo un banquete para la boda de su hijo. Mandó a sus criados que fueran a llamar a los invitados, pero éstos no quisieron asistir. Volvió a mandar otros criados, encargándoles: “Digan a los invitados que ya tengo preparada la comida. Mandé matar mis reses y animales engordados, y todo está listo; que vengan al banquete.” Pero los invitados no hicieron caso. Uno de ellos se fue a sus terrenos, otro se fue a sus negocios, y los otros agarraron a los criados del rey y los maltrataron hasta matarlos. Entonces el rey se enojó mucho, y ordenó a sus soldados que mataran a aquellos asesinos y quemaran su pueblo. Luego dijo a sus criados: “El banquete está listo, pero aquellos invitados no merecían venir. Vayan, pues, ustedes a las calles principales, e inviten al banquete a todos los que encuentren.” Los criados salieron a las calles y reunieron a todos los que encontraron, malos y buenos; y así la sala se llenó de gente. »Cuando el rey entró a ver a los invitados, se fijó en un hombre que no iba vestido con traje de boda. Le dijo: “Amigo, ¿cómo has entrado aquí, si no traes traje de boda?” Pero el otro se quedó callado. Entonces el rey dijo a los que atendían las mesas: “Átenlo de pies y manos y échenlo a la oscuridad de afuera. Entonces vendrán el llanto y la desesperación.” Porque muchos son llamados, pero pocos escogidos.» Sacerdote El Evangelio del Señor. Pueblo Te alabamos, Cristo Señor. All sit for Se pueden sentar

THE HOMILY The Most Reverend Michael Curry La Homilia Presiding Bishop and Primate El Reverendísimo Michael Curry, Primado

THE DIGITAL CATHEDRAL CONCLUDES AND THE SERVICE CONTINUES

The People stand

The Nicene Creed

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God,

Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all

things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he

became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;

he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended

into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the

dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With

the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy

catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the

resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

The Prayers of the People

Deacon

Creator, Spirit, Word, you freely give to us of your abundant love. We are the recipients of your compassion and infinite

mercy. Grant that we may open our hearts to share from our abundance as you have shown us.

Intercessors

Let us pray that we are one voice, one heart with all those who profess to follow Jesus and that together we will be moved to share from that which God has given to us to sustain our common ministries.

For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Let us pray for this great nation of ours, for all our leaders, that there be a recognition of how blessed we are and a

corresponding outpouring of mercy, love and compassion that others may share from our abundance.

For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Let us pray for this world that our God has created that we all may be more attentive to the hurts and needs of others

throughout God’s creation, that we may fully understand that our gifts are given to endow others. For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Let us pray for the communities in which we live, for the needs of our neighbors, for the businesses that employ us, for the schools and the university that educate us, for the people we see and recognize and for those whom we have yet to

come to know.

For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Let us pray for those amongst us who go through their days feeling unrecognized, for those who do not know how to ask

and deeply need to receive of our love, and for all those who need God’s grace. For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

We give thanks for Connor Turgeon on his 21st birthday for whom the altar memorials have been given. Let us pray for the

intentions and the people that each of us holds in our hearts.

(Silence during which the congregation is invited to offer specific names)

For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Let us pray for all those who have died, especially Bob Dyer for whom the sanctuary lamp burns. Let us honor their memories and be grateful for the ways in which they so generously gave of their gifts during their lifetimes.

For this we pray:

Open our hearts, O God.

Celebrant

O merciful Creator, your hand is open wide to satisfy the needs of every living creature: Make us always thankful for your

loving providence; and grant that we, remembering the account that we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of

your good gifts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and

ever. Amen.

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Minister and people

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors

as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us

and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Celebrant

Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness,

and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

The People stand.

The Peace

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

The Great Thanksgiving

An offering of money is received (during the anthem at 10 am). Then the people stand to sing the hymn while the gifts of money, wine and food are offered.

Anthem The Lord is my Shepherd John Rutter The Lord is my shepherd;

therefore can I lack nothing.

He shall feed me in a green pasture,

and lead me forth beside the waters of comfort.

He shall convert my soul,

and bring me forth in the paths of righteousness,

for his Name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley

of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil;

For thou art with me:

Thy rod and thy staff comfort me.

Thou shalt prepare a table before me

against them that trouble me:

thou hast anointed my head with oil

and my cup shall be full.

But thy loving‐kindness and mercy

shall follow me all the days of my life:

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Words: translation by John Ritter, Copyright 1986 by Oxford University Press.

Hymnal 487 Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Celebrant proceeds

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, creator of

heaven and earth.

A preface appropriate to the season is inserted here.

Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Celebrant and People The Hymnal, S125

The Celebrant continues Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and

become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human

nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.

On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given

thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of

you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever

you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Celebrant and People

Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

The Celebrant continues

We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his

death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the

Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all

your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him,

and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. Amen.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in

heaven, Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against

us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the

glory, forever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread

Enriching our Music 2 – 147 Hurd

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

All are welcome to receive the presence of God in the Bread and Wine at our Altar. Standing or kneeling is

appropriate at the Altar rail. To receive the bread, place one hand over the other and the wafer will be placed in your

palm. To receive the wine, you may take a sip from the chalice, or dip the edge of your wafer into the wine. If you wish to receive a blessing instead, please signal us by crossing your arms over your chest. Gluten free wafers and

chalice are available; please let us know if you require that. If you are unable to come to the Altar please inform an

usher, and Communion will be brought to you. If you want to learn more about the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion, please speak with Mother Nancy.

Wonder, Love and Praise 763 As we gather at your table

After Communion, the Celebrant says

Let us pray.

All stand.

Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus

Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world

in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through

Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Celebrant blesses the people, who respond

Amen.

The Deacon dismisses the people, who respond

Thanks be to God.

Hymnal 556 Rejoice, ye pure in heart!

Voluntary Tocatta Dietrich Buxtehude

PARTICIPANTS IN THE SERVICE AT THE CATHEDRAL PARTICIPANTES EN LA MISA

The Most Reverend Michael B. Curry The Presiding Bishop and Primate | Obispo Primado The Reverend Canon Michael Hunn The Chaplain to the Presiding Bishop and Primate Capellan del Obispo Primado The Right Reverend Douglas J. Fisher The Bishop of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts Obispo del Diocese de Massachusetts Oeste The Reverend Linda Taupier The Chaplain to the Bishop of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts Capillan para el Obispo Diocesano The Very Reverend Tom Callard The Dean of Christ Church Cathedral Deán de la Catedral Eddy Lopez The Canon of Christ Church Cathedral Canonigo de la Catedral The Reverend Rick Bellows Clergy Associates of the Cathedral The Reverend Mike DeVine Los Clerigos Asociados de la Catedral The Reverend Canon Karl Donfried The Reverend Laura Everett, Mass Council of Churches Ecumenical Partner | Compañera Ecumenica The Reverend Julie Butcher Deacons |Diácono The Reverend Patricia O’Connell Mark Giddings Liturgist | Liturgista Claire Hamilton Eucharistic Ministers | Los Ministros Eucarísticos Oswald Howard Francheska Jose Mzuri Mohamed Gospel Book | Libro del Evangelio Doug Forde Crucifers and Torch Bearers | Crucífero y Antorchas George Hamilton Nani Linares Mahewa Mohammed Stephanie Rangel Edwin Velez The Choir of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church The Choirs participating The Choir of Christ Church Cathedral Los Coros Participando The 12:15 Coro de la Catedral Iglesia de Cristo Mr. Charles Page Interim Cathedral Music Director Mr. Sergio D’Orsini Director del Coro 12:15

A BRIEF HISTORY OF CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL Roland E. Holstead, PhD SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS Senior Warden Epiphany 2017

The original congregation of what was to become Christ Church Cathedral, the cathedral church of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts, was established by a resolute Episcopalian, surely inspired by the Holy Spirit, named Roswell Lee. Mr. Lee had been a Colonel in the Army of the United States, but who served as the civilian Superintendent of the Armory, Springfield from 1815 to his death in 1833. It was Colonel Lee, as he continued to be called, who discerned the need for a room for “religious worship” in a building on the federal property. A chapel for the use of the workers at the Armory and town’s people was established. Col. Lee prevailed upon the Rev. Titus Strong, Rector of St. James (Episcopal) Greenfield, Massachusetts to officiate at its dedication on May 13, 1817. The small congregation struggled for survival, but persevered and was blessed with growth. By 1838, Colonel Lee’s own son, Henry, was called to be the first permanent rector of Christ Church. Within two years, the congregation had enabled sufficiently through the succor of God to build a small church and rectory on State Street between Dwight and Chestnut Streets. The congregation was growing so large that by 1874 a new larger church building was needed. The new Christ Church was built on the Chestnut Street hill overlooking the City of Springfield. That magnificent church was erected according to Norman architecture and made out of (East) Longmeadow brownstone. The cornerstone was laid on November 10, 1875 and the first Service was held on May 21, 1876. With the newly completed church came a new rector, the Rev. John C. Brooks who served until his death in 1907. During his tenure, the congregation continued to grow. The property on the south side of the church was purchased and given to the City to become Merrick Park; ensuring that a building would not be constructed which would block the visibility of the Christ Church from State Street. Land was exchanged with the Springfield Library and Museum Association and a new parish hall and rectory were built. The Diocese of Western Massachusetts was formed in 1901, but the diocese and the bishop did not have a cathedral. It was suggested by the Rev. Mr. Brooks that Christ Church should become the diocesan cathedral, but his untimely death followed a few years later by the premature death of the first diocesan bishop, Alexander H. Vinton, delayed any further discussion. It was not until 1928 when the second bishop, The Right Rev. Frederick F. Davies, began deliberations with the vestry of Christ Church to establish Christ Church as the diocesan cathedral. An act of incorporate the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts by the General Court was passed on February 7,1929. The Preamble of the Constitution states:

This Cathedral is established in the Faith of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for the glory of God and the good of men. It is the Diocesan Church of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts, belonging to the Clergy and Laity of the Diocese and for their use, and also a House of Prayer for all people who may resort thereto to worship God. The Cathedral is the official seat and spiritual home of the Bishop and the center of Diocesan worship and work. It shall set an example of constant and well-ordered worship, of effective preaching, of missionary zeal, and of devotion to do good works.

The interior of Christ Church was renovated to reflect its new status as a cathedral church under the direction and with the leadership of the second dean, The Very Rev. Percy T. Edrop. A memorial gift to honor John B. Stebbins enabled the acquisition of a new High Altar made of white Italian marble and a Reredos with its central panel depicting the Ascension. The Reredos was designed and carved by Alois Lang of the famous wood carving family from Oberammergau, Germany. A second generous gift in memory of William C. Simmons provided the Narthex Screen with massive center doors. The John Cotton Brooks pulpit and later the 14th century style Mackay-Smith lectern acquired from the National Cathedral and the Kendrick Baptismal Font completed much of what we see today. Some trial structural changes were instituted by Dean Malcolm W. Eckel during some turbulent times in the church and the nation during the late 1960’s and 1970’s. Nevertheless, the Cathedral continued to be blessed. In 1990, during the deanship of The Very Rev. Earl Whepley, the interior of the cathedral was redecorated and the high altar was moved into the chancel under the rood arch. The seventh dean, The Very Rev. James G. Munroe,

continued the tradition of outstanding preaching and well-ordered worship. A most significant contribution to the life of the Cathedral was the dean’s passion for community engagement and justice for the hungry and homeless. His support and encouragement for a Spanish Speaking Eucharist resulted in the growth of a Hispanic ministry in the City of Springfield. That work continued with the appointment of the Canon Residentiary, The Rev. Michael Devine, followed by The Rev. Tom Callard, who continued to foster growth of the Hispanic Congregation through a caring and endearing cultural ministry to many of the most under served in the community and the church while assisting in the ministry to the entire Cathedral congregation. Canon Callard’s energy and creativity made him an ideal appointment by Bishop Douglas Fisher to serve as the Priest-in-Charge of Christ Church Cathedral upon the retirement of Dean Munroe in 2015. Canon Callard was subsequently called to be the eighth dean on February 2, 2017, Candlemas, which celebrates the presentation of the child Jesus; Jesus’ first entry into the temple; and the purification of the Virgin Mary. He was installed in a joyous service on Friday, May 19th. Eddy Lopez was appointed as the Canon to the Cathedral in August of 2017, adding the cultural and linguistic gifts of a Latino Roman Catholic priest who is being received as an Episcopal Priest. Adding to that diversity in 2016 Bishop Fisher appointed Rabbi Mark Shapiro as the “Rabbi-in-Residence,” a first in the Episcopal Church.

________________________________________________ CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL

CATEDRAL IGLESIA DE CRISTO

E p i s c o p a l D i o c e s e o f W e s t e r n M a s s a c h u s e t t s

Gathered by God from many cultures Reunidos por muchas culturas

Transformed by the grace of Jesus Christ Transformados por la gracia de Jesucristo

Sent out empowered by the Holy Spirit Enviados empoderados por el Espíritu Santo

The Right Reverend Douglas Fisher Bishop of Western Massachusetts The Very Reverend Tom Callard Dean

Eddy Lopez Canon of the Cathedral The Reverend Linda Taupier Deacon The Reverend Jerry True Assistant Priest

Charles Page Interim Director of Music Mark Shapiro Rabbi in Residence Sergio D’Orsini Music Director, 12:15 Service Migdalia Vazquez Cathedral Administrative Assistant

William Diaz Sexton

Christ Church Cathedral | 35 Chestut Street | Springfield, MA 01103 | www.cccspfld.org | 413.736.2742

Christ Church Cathedral is an inclusive parish welcoming all people regardless of faith, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or creed. You are loved here and we are thrilled to have you with us.

PARISH PRAYER LIST Please take this list home for use in your daily prayers. We are happy to add your concerns. Please email

office@atonementwestfield.net or call 562-5461. Listings will be for six months or as requested.

Altar Memorials are given to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for Connor Turgeon on his 21st birthday; offered by Jean and Marcel Turgeon

Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Bob Dyer; offered by Dorothy Dyer

Anglican Communion Cycle of Prayer The Diocese of Swaziland (Southern Africa)

Diocesan Prayer Cycle Central and West Worcester Region – The Rev. Janice C. Ford, Dean of Clericus

Episcopal Church Building Fund

Strawberry Festival Beneficiary 2017 Boys & Girls Club Summer Weekend Food Program

For all victims of natural disaster

For these families and individuals Phoebe, Dot, Louise, Allan, Art, Judy, Charlotte, Mary, Rita, Ruth, Virginia, Ruby, Dotti, Roger, Thelma, Vivian, Stephen H., Kristy, Helene, John, Norm, Roger, Norton, Louise, Gerry, Catherine, Bill, Betty, Marsha, Robert, Sam,

Ginny, Sue, Paul, Mary and Richard, Lisa, Jennifer, Nolan, Joyce, John, Lea, Lynn, Mary, Jeff, Bill, Jack, Sarah and

Roger, Tom, Candy, Seth, Ahna

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHILD CARE is offered in the Cribbery

THE WESTFIELD FARMERS’ MARKET will be moving indoors for 3 MORE SATURDAY MARKETS. Mark your calendars: November 18, December 9, and February 10th 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Watch for more information to come.

BROWN BAG PROJECT The Westfield Food Pantry has said “We are in need of canned veggies in the worst way.” So let us give in the best way! For personal care, they still need hand soap (keeping those school days hands clean and

germ free). New bags are available for the month of October. A simple purchase goes a long way for those who need our

help. Thank you for supporting the Westfield Food Pantry.

COFFEE HOUR is hosted by members of the congregation. Please sign up on the white board in the Narthex.

RUMMAGE SALE October 27 & 28. Please donate used clothing, shoes, linens, curtains, drapes, household items, pictures, small electrical appliances (must be in working order), toys, games, books, Christmas items. NO HEAVY

ITEMS PLEASE. Donations may be delivered to the stage in Great Hall Tuesdays through Fridays and Sundays 7:30 am

– 12:30 pm. For more information see the flyer in the pews or speak to Sarah Beard. Helpers needed!

UNICEF COLLECTION: A Unicef video presentation will be shown at Coffee Hour on Oct. 22nd. Collection boxes are

now available on the counter in the Narthex. For more info or to make a donation contact Jeff Gosselin. Return boxes by Nov. 5th. Thank you for your support. UNICEF-“A future for every child.”

THIS WEEK AT ATONEMENT

Sunday, Oct. 15 The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

8 am Holy Eucharist 10 am Holy Eucharist, Cribbery and Children’s Word

2:00-3:30 pm AA Women’s Fellowship (SMG)

4:00 pm Evensong at Christ Church Cathedral

Monday, Oct. 16 8-9 pm AA Meeting (Great Hall)

Tuesday, Oct. 17 10:00 am Music Together Class (SMG) 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Rector’s office hours at Westfield State

Wednesday, Oct. 18 11:30 am – 12:30 pm HUB Yoga (SMG) 12:15 pm Healing & Holy Eucharist (Chapel)

7:00 pm Vestry Meeting (SMG)

7-8:30 pm OA Meeting (Great Hall)

Thursday, Oct. 19 10:00 am Diocesan Clergy Group (SMG)

6:30 pm Evensong (Church)

7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 7:30-9:00 pm NA Meeting (Great Hall)

Friday, Oct. 20

Saturday, Oct. 21

Sunday, Oct. 22 The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost 8 am Holy Eucharist

10 am Holy Eucharist, Cribbery and Children’s Word

11:15 am UNICEF presentation 2:00-3:30 pm AA Women’s Fellowship (SMG)

The Rev. Nancy Webb Stroud, Rector

The Rev. Patricia M. O’Connell, Deacon Mr. Scott A. Bailey, Music Director A parish of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts

The Rt. Rev. Douglas J. Fisher, Bishop