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Third Sunday of Advent Sunday, December 11, 2016

OUR VISION: A world where people experience God’s love and are made whole.

OUR MISSION: To share the love of Jesus through compassion, inclusivity, creativity and learning.

Our 2016 Artists in Residence working on Jacob’s Dream: A Luminous Path, which is now complete and in the North Aisle.

11 a.m. Choral Eucharist

• If you are new to Grace Cathedral, please introduce yourself and fill out a welcome card so we can be in touch with you. We’re glad you’re here!

• Join us for coffee and conversation across the plaza in the Chapter House Library after the 8:30 a.m. service or in the Gym after the 11 a.m. service.

Welcome to this sacred house of prayer for all people. Those who built this place and care for it love tradition and feel passionate about engaging with what is new. If you look closely you will find images of scientists, reformers, Jewish rabbis and Roman Catholic popes, political leaders, saints, and even an astronaut.We invite you to be part of this joyful community even if your visit is short. You might ask yourself two questions: “What do I need to receive? What do I have to give?” We would be delighted to hear about your explorations. May God bless you on your journey!

– The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean of Grace Cathedral

Welcome to Grace Cathedral

about today’s readings Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-11Reading texts can be found at the end of the service leaflet.

From the darkness of prison, John the Baptist asks Jesus, “Are you the one we await?” Jesus’ response is to echo the words of Isaiah, proclaiming an advent of repair and renewal that turns the reliable limits of the world upside down. The coming of God’s kingdom is signaled by a flood of new possibilities and capabilities for all.

John has asked if Jesus is the Messiah, the Anointed One. Anointing can bestow authority and power, but, in this moment, Jesus seems to invite us to a different place, where a loving healer soothes with the intimacy of touch. “What did you go out to see?” Jesus asks of those whose expectations about the trappings of power have blinded them to the real, immediate presence of the anointing among them.

This week’s collect famously asks God to “stir up” power and might. How can we stir up our own power, which may manifest itself as patience, loving-kindness, regeneration? Henri Nouwen asks us to consider the difference between joy and happiness. Our happiness may be dependent on external factors, but joy contains an assurance of being beloved, even in adversity, and can free us to be more loving and generous. “Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.”

Let us set out on that highway, “where not even fools go astray,” stirring up the power that comes with a commitment to joy and hope, knowing that God is our companion and our destination.

This reflection was written by Carol James, who has been part of the cathedral community for over a decade. She is the interim mentor of the Education for Ministry program, after co-mentoring from 2008-2013. Carol currently leads the evening prayer providers in our Jail Ministry and is a cathedral staff member.

Jacob’s Dream: A Luminous Path Please join us in celebrating the unveiling of the new work by our 2016 Artists in Residence Benjamin Bergery and Jim Campbell. Two events are taking place today and more are planned for 2017, when

the installation will remain on view in the cathedral during regular hours.

Light Up: The Creative ProcessToday • 9:30 a.m. • Gresham Hall

The artists will share their inspiration and process for Jacob’s Dream in this Forum conversation.Official Opening and ReceptionToday • 5 p.m. • Cathedral

The official opening of the exhibit with Dean Malcolm Clemens Young and the artists will be followed by a reception.

highlights

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Ask an usher about child care and Sunday school, hearing assistance devices, or large-print leaflets. Restrooms are located on the lower level corridor. Please silence any audible

electronics and refrain from taking video or photos during the service.

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The GatheringThe people stand as the procession enters.

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Presider Gracious God, All in your loving heart

there is room for everyone—without exception. Give us courage to be so at home in you that we dare make room for others; let your world be a place of delight and homecoming for all creation. Amen.

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Choir Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.

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Presider May God be with you. People And also with you. Let us pray. Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us;

and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

The Word of God T"# F$%9. R#)&$(8 The people sit. Isaiah 35:!1–10

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my spirit rejoices in God my Savior; * for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: * the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him * in every generation. He has shown the strength of his arm, * he has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, * and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, * and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel, * for he has remembered his promise of mercy, (e promise he made to our fathers, * to Abraham and his children for ever.

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T"# H+5* G+97#5 Matthew 11:!2–11

Choir, then all repeat

Choir (e Spirit of the Lord is upon me;

People and has anointed me to preach good tidings to the poor.

All repeat the three Alleluias.

Before the Gospel (e Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Matthew. All Glory to you, Lord Christ. After the Gospel (e Gospel of the Lord. All Praise to you, Lord Christ.T"# S#%0+( The people sit. The Ven. Malcolm H. Manson "A period of silence may follow. Archdeacon for Schools

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All 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. !rough 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 cruci"ed under Pontius Pilate; he su#ered 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 glori"ed. 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.

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Deacon Let us confess our sins to God. All may kneel. All God of all mercy,

we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created.

We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf.

Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen.

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All may greet each other in the name of Christ.

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An o#ering will be received for the ministries of Grace Cathedral. Thank you for your generosity.

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The people stand as representatives of the congregation bring the people’s o#erings of bread, wine, and money to be placed on the Altar.

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Presider, continuing (erefore 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:

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text: pd; music: by Je!rey Smith, from Mass in E for Rite II

Presider, continuing (erefore, according to his command, O Father, All We remember his death,

We proclaim his Resurrection, We await his coming in glory;

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Presider, continuing (rough Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and for ever.

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Presider As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,

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The presider invites the people to come forward for Communion. All who seek God and are drawn to Christ are welcome at God’s table. Gluten-free Communion wafers are available at the north altar rail; please ask the

Communion minister. For a variety of reasons, it is our custom to consume the Bread and sip the Wine directly from the cup. You are invited to guide the cup. If you choose not to receive either the Bread

or the Wine, simply cross your arms over your chest and respond “Amen” when it is presented.

Ministers are available for shared prayer for healing in the AIDS Interfaith Chapel at the rear of the cathedral.

A8('9 D#$ Jackson Choir O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy on us.

O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy on us. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: grant us peace.

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M+.#. Felix Mendelssohn Choir How lovely are the messengers that preach us the gospel of peace!

To all the nations is gone forth the sound of their words, throughout all the lands their glad tidings. Romans 10:15,18; Isaiah 5:7; Psalm 19:4

P+9./+00'($+( P%)*#% After all have received Communion, the people stand.

Presider Let us pray. All 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 Sending ForthH*0( =6 Sung by all, standing. Valet will ich dir geben

text: Frederico J. Pagura (b. 1923); tr. F. Pratt Green (b. 1903), alt.; music: melody Melchior Teschner (1584-1635) alt.; harm. and desc. Ronald Arnatt (b. 1930)

T"# B5#99$(8 )(& D$90$99)5 The presider pronounces God’s blessing. All respond Amen. Deacon Let us go forth in the name of Christ. All !anks be to God. V+5'(.)%* Fuga sopra il Magnificat BWV 733 J. S. Bach

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The Readings

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The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus

it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the Lord, the majesty of our God. Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who are of a fearful heart, “Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God. He will come with vengeance, with terrible recompense. He will come and save you.” Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert; the burning sand shall become a pool, and the thirsty ground springs of water; the haunt of jackals shall become a swamp, the grass shall become reeds and rushes. A highway shall be there, and it shall be called the Holy Way; the unclean shall not travel on it, but it shall be for God’s people; no traveler, not even fools, shall go astray. No lion shall be there, nor shall any ravenous beast come up on it; they shall not be found there, but the redeemed shall walk there. And the ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall f lee away.

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Be patient, beloved, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits for the precious crop from

the earth, being patient with it until it receives the early and the late rains. You also must be patient. Strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near. Beloved, do not grumble against one another, so that you may not be judged. See, the Judge is standing at the doors! As an example of suffering and patience, beloved, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.

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When John the Baptist heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his

disciples and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them. And blessed is anyone who takes no offense at me.” As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to look at? A reed shaken by the wind? What then did you go out to see? Someone dressed in soft robes? Look, those who wear soft robes are in royal palaces. What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. This is the one about whom it is written, ‘See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.’ Truly I tell you, among those born of women no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.”

Serving the assembly: Presider The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm C. Young, Dean Homilist The Ven. Malcolm H. Manson, Archdeacon for Schools Deacon The Rev. Margaret Deeths, Assisting Clergy Lay Assistant Rodney Anderson Readers Dr. Dorothy Tsuruta Red Jordan Arobateau Musicians The Cathedral Camerata Paul Meier, Assistant Director of Music Benjamin Bachmann, The Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music

Copyrights: 'Watchman. tell us of the night' (Hymn EH1982-640): (public domain); 'Come, thou long-expected Jesus' (Hymn EH1982-066): (public domain); 'Blest be the King whose coming' (Hymn EH1982-074): words: ©1974, Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by permission; music: ©1984, Ronald Arnatt; ‘Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.’ (Hymn zmisc-045): (public domain); 'The Lord be with you' (Hymn EH1982-s120): ; music: setting copyrighted by the Church Pension Fund; ‘Holy, holy, holy Lord’ (Hymn zmisc-026): ; music: by Je!rey Smith; used by permission; all rights reserved; ‘Amen’ (Hymn EH1982-s118): ;

welcome!We are delighted today to welcome our new Executive Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King. She will preach her first sermon at the 11 a.m. service on December 18.

advent at grace cathedralFrom the start of Advent through Christmas Day, Sunday services will feature a homily from a member of our extended cathedral family.

“Coming Home for Advent and Christmas” Sermon Series: The Ven. Malcolm H. MansonToday • 11 a.m. service • Cathedral

The Archdeacon for Schools and former headmaster of The Cathedral School for Boys preaches today.

Advent SaleToday and next Sunday • after the 11 a.m. service Gym

Join us for this annual holiday faire featuring unique gifts, all handmade by

cathedral families and friends. Proceeds benefit the Family Retreat scholarship fund. Sign up to donate crafts at gracecathedral.org/advent-sale.

christmas concertsSing You a Merry ChristmasSaturday, December 17 • 11 a.m. Friday, December 23 • 4 p.m. • Cathedral

Sing along with your favorite holiday carols as the toys of St. Nicholas’s

workshop lead young and old alike on an extraordinary journey.

A Cathedral ChristmasSaturdays and Sundays, December 11, 17 and 18 3 p.m. • Cathedral Monday, December 12 • 7:30 p.m. • Cathedral

The Choir of Men and Boys, accompanied by orchestra and the grand pipe organ, present traditional carols and holiday masterpieces. Messiah in Grace CathedralWednesday, December 14 through Friday, December 16 • 7:30 p.m. • Cathedral

This annual performance brings together Handel’s timeless score and outstanding performances in one of San Francisco’s most breathtaking settings.A Brass & Organ Christmas: The Bay BrassMonday, December 19 • 7:30 p.m. • Cathedral

A consortium of the finest musicians in the Bay Area pair the wonderful sound of brass with Grace Cathedral’s 7,466-pipe organ for the musical highlight of the year.Concert tickets are selling out fast! To reserve yours, visit gracecathedral.org/christmas.

jacob’s dream: behind the scenes

Jacob’s Ladder by Marc Chagall (1973)

Jacob’s Dream: A Luminous Path is the title of the stunning work of art created by our 2016 Artists in Residence, Benjamin Bergery and Jim Campbell, that now rises radiantly in the North Aisle of the cathedral. It is inspired by the Bible story in Genesis 28 about Jacob’s dream:

“He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it.”

“Jacob’s Stairway” or “Jacob’s Ladder” is a theme richly illustrated in the history of art and architecture, with a wide range of imagery, from the Roman catacombs to the façade of the Bath, England cathedral to the paintings of Marc Chagall (image above). In physics, the phrase “Jacob’s Ladder” describes an electrical ascension, a spark that moves up a ladder made of two vertical parallel wires, propelled by a difference in voltages. The “luminous path” of Bergery and Campbell is composed of LED lights rising 50 feet high. The illuminated rungs act as a fragmented screen for moving images of figures that ascend and descend the ladder, some climbing arduously, others gliding effortlessly. The installation references not just the Bible story, but also the cathedral’s theme for 2016, “Home,” and the connection between our earthly home and our heavenly one.

the joy and beauty of christmas Make Grace Cathedral Glorious for ChristmasBe part of the festivities while honoring a special loved one by contributing toward our flowers and decorations this Christmas. Send gifts to the cathedral address to the attention of the Christmas Flower Fund. The deadline to send gifts for publishing in our Christmas service bulletins has passed, but we welcome gifts past the deadline. Give online at gracecathedral.org/donate.

gracecathedral.org/pledge

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A Cathedral Docent

A Grateful Heart

A Loving Congregant

A. Melissa Lopez

A. Rufer

Alan R. Beber

Alexander/Bucko

Alexandra Morgan

Alice & Rich Alsterberg

Alma Robinson Moses & Toye Moses

Amy & Kevin Barrows

Andrew Dombos

Andrew James Rico

Ann F. Funabashi

Ann N. Lowry & John A. Perez

Anna-Marie Booth

Anne & Edward Jamieson

Barbara J. Belloli

Barbra Boston

Ben P. Miralles Jr.

Bep Van Beijmerwerdt

Berlin

Bernhard & Linda Votteri

Beverly

Beverly Lehr

Bhushan & Blue Mudbhary

Bill & Caroline Orrick

Bill & Fran Rounds

Bill & Judi Haller

Bill Arndt

Bob White

Brian Wallace

Canon Mark Stanger

Carlos Torres

Catherine A. Stevens

Cathy & Bob

Cathy & Ron Hermanson

Charles Bisbee

Charlotte Gaylord & Barrie Cowan

Christine Bensen & Grant McDougall

Christopher & Clydenia Austin

Christopher Berini & Jeffrey Huang

Christopher Myers & Kyle Minor

Chuck & Cathy Patterson

Clare Simmons

Clement Xue

Congregant at Stone Church of Willow Glen &

St. Joseph’s Cathedral Basilica

Connie Ikert

Constance Holmes

Curtis S. Moore

Dana Pace

Daniel D. Stutz

Daniel Perez

David Hulbert

David Patterson & Noman Absar

David Pyle

David Smith

David W. Walker & Andrew Furco

Home is Where the Heart IsWe are so grateful to our warm and loving congregation during this season of stewardship. Today, we are 82% of the way to our goal of 400 pledging households participating for 2017.

During the month of December, we are publishing the name of each pledging family as a welcome to thousands of Christmas visitors to Grace Cathedral.

Hundreds of hearts representing pledges adorn our St. Francis statue. We also thank our stewardship committee for their 100% participation and leadership.

We are updating this list each week in December and there is still time to make your pledge. Visit gracecathedral.org/pledge or pick up a brochure in the cathedral to learn more about Home Is Where the Heart Is.

Pledges received as of December 5, 2016.


Deana Logan & Joseph C. Najpaver

Deborah Cornue

Deborah Holmes

Deborah Sorondo

Diana J. Jine

Diane & David Thompson

Diane R. Morrill

Doehee Kimm

Dori Ross

Dorothy W. Banks

Douglas & Frances Nelson

Dr J.

Dr. Keyes Kelly

Dr. Lenny Lopez

Dr. Marc C. Kluender,

Mrs. Margot D. Kluender

Dr. Samuel G. Weeks, Sachie H. Weeks

Ed & Wendy Sinek

Edward E. Steinforth

Eliza, Hal & Anna

Elizabeth & Burns Jones

Elizabeth D’Orazio

Elizabeth MacNeill Misner

Eno Chukwujindu

Eric Choate & Ellen Leslie

Eric Hubert

Faith in the Future

Flora J. Garcia

For those whose love made this home. J&J

Fr. Stephen Beal

Gabriela & Toby Bruce

Gary & Polly Hultquist

Gary Jennings, John Poynter

Gary Nick

Gay Crosthwait Grunfeld

George A. Palis

George & Janet Gardiner

George Carlson

George Emmanuel Irving

Glory to God

Grateful Congregant

Greg Smith

Henry A. Dreger, Jr.

Herb Jeong

Hoche-Mong

Hopeful

In His Name

In Memory of Ilse Gaede

In Memory of Mom -BKB

J.J. Durfee & E.A. Johnson

Jamie & Philip Bowles

Jane & Peter Carpenter

Jane Radcliffe

Janet Murry

Jay Ingwalson

Jeanne Taylor†

Jeffrey Fisher

Jen Parkes

Jennifer Jones Edwardson

Jill Frances Griffin

Jill H. Kramer

Jim Drummey & Ray Loughrey

Jim Forsyth

Jim Simpson

Joan & Paul

Joanne Compean

John & Alexandra Dickerman

John & Fran Tornquist

John & Leah Joseph

John D. Rosin

John Jeb Seder

John McLean Wolff

Johnny & Carlos

Jonathan Streeter

José-Manuel Pacheco, Donald Shults

Jude

Judith Steinmetz

Judy & David Keyes

Julia & Gordon Held

Julie Harris

June & Dana

Karma Quick-Panwala & Asit Panwala

Katherine M. Bella

Katherine Thompson

Kathryn Kirkpatrick

Kay & Tom Horst

Kaz & Dorothy Tsuruta

Kent Clay & Dana Merker

Kevin White

Khalid & Nadine Jiha

Leslie Lang & Frederick Tsai

Lizi & Bella Cruz

Love to the church,

Daniel, Matthew & Clare

Lynda

Lynda Hutton


Marc Fredson

Margaret C. Pearson

Maria M. Meyer

Mark Arcemont & Trey Hammett

Mark Rennie

Marsha Downing Felton

Mehrdad Abidari

Melissa

Micah & Melia

Michael

Michael Barlowe & Paul Barrows

Michael Hendron & Bill Quinn

Michael Patterson & Johnny Jaramillo

Michael Shopshire

Mrs. Elba D. Dahlberg

Mrs. Sarah Isaac

Nathan Ohm & Eduardo Crespo

Neville & Sheila Manderson

Niall Battson & Rachel Gomez

Nicolas Elsishans & Christopher Hayes

Nicole Zaro Stahl

Nora Mendes

Norwood & Valerie Pratt

Patricia & John Densem

Patrick S. Thompson

Paul & Anne Carella

Paul B. Stickland & Donald W. DeFranco

Peg & Bill Van Loo

Peggy Lo

Peter & Erin Young, Heather Millar

Peter Grace

Philip Johnson

Randal & Cathy Gardner

Randy Hermanson

Regan Murphy & Helen Borgan

Renetia Martin

Rev. Debbie Low-Skinner

Rev. Dr. Lauren Artress

Richard & Patricia Taylor Lee

Richard C.

Richard Schaper & Anita Ostrom

Rick & Marcy Swain

Robert & Ellen McDermott

Robert Lane & Tom Cantrell

Robert Mayo & Mike Ellis

Roberta Sautter

Robley Evans Curtice Jr.

Ron Berg

Ronald Lee

Ruthann Ballou Conway

Sandy Holmes & Family

Sarah Benjamin

Scott Erickson

Scott Jerris & John Jermano

Scott Turner & Diana Marchesi

Shar Caesar Douglas

Sherri Spencer

Stanley Gwyn & Thomas Harshman

Stephanie Hoehn & Jonathan Miles

Stephen & Naomi Lochner

Steve Taylor

Sue & Colin Crawford

Susan L. Hill

Suzanne Irwin-Wells

Suzanne Lake

Teal

The Alvarez/Wood Family

The Brown Family

The Holland/Brown Family

The Lappas Family

The Mauch Hainer Family

The Murchison Family

The Rev. Iain Stanford

The Rev. Ken Parris

The Stookeys

Thomas Towry

Tim & Susan von Herrmann

Timothy J. Guzman

Tobias Keller

Tom & Ann Matthews

Tom & Carol Burkhart

Tom Leffler

Valerie & Paul Crane Dorfman

Vera Bland

Wendy Lee Wagner

Wes & Gail Worth

William Fred Scott

Yar-Chung Wei & Eric D. Batts

Yvonne Chan

†Deceased

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fellowshipSunday 4:30 Book Study GroupToday and Sundays, December 18 and January 8 4:30 p.m. • Chapter Room

Advent with Evelyn Underhill, edited by Christopher Webber, features selections from the writings of the woman who reintroduced Christian mysticism to the 20th century, with prayer suggestions for

Advent and Epiphany. We’ll discuss the prior week’s readings each week. Email [email protected] for more information.

The Men of Grace Host Coffee HourToday • after the 11 a.m. service • Gym

Learn more about this ministry over coffee today. This coffee hour will be followed by a brief meeting at 1 p.m.

grace gives: holiday volunteeringGrace Cathedral offers many ways to volunteer during the holidays and year-round through our Grace Gives initiative. Share your time and talent this season.“Grace is Home” Gift Drive and Wrapping PartyGift Drive: through Tuesday, December 13 Party: Tuesday, December 13 • 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Gresham Hall

Donate unwrapped presents or funds towards toys and living necessities for families in need. Then, wrap gifts at the party and enjoy a holiday dinner. Please mark monetary donations “Attn: Outreach Ministries.” Learn more at gracecathedral.org/giftdrive.

Cook and Serve Dinner with GraceCook and Serve the Mentone Hotel Cook: Tuesday, December 13 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Chapter House Kitchen Serve: Wednesday, December 14 • 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Cook and Serve the Crosby Hotel: Cook: Tuesday, December 20 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Chapter House Kitchen Serve: Wednesday, December 21 • 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Crosby Hotel

Help meal prep, then enjoy dinner with guests at Episcopal Community Services housing sites in the city. Sign up at gracecathedral.org/dinner-with-grace.

Dinner with Grace Needs DriversHelp transport meals from the cathedral on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. for approximately an hour. Contact Tracee Zyla, Outreach Ministries Administrator, at [email protected].

spread holiday cheerWelcome visitors to the cathedral as a greeter at events or usher at Christmas services. Contact Bill Quinn, Head Usher, at [email protected] to assist at services. Contact Rebecca Nestle, Cultural

Program Manager, at [email protected] to volunteer at concerts.

art exhibitMind on Fire by Elizabeth JamesonOpen daily 11 a.m - 4 p.m. • Diocesan House

DioHouse showcases the latest work from 2015 Forum guest Elizabeth Jameson, a multi-media art piece that depicts the human brain as a sacred space worthy of exploration.

GraceGuideHave family visiting this Christmas? Need to entertain the kids on winter break? Maybe looking for a quick escape yourself this holiday? Find sanctuary in the cathedral via our mobile app GraceGuide. Current offerings are a welcome by Bishop Marc Andrus, a cathedral highlights tour, music for reflection and a treasure hunt for kids and their families. Learn more on our website at gracecathedral.org/graceguide.

when we’re openCathedral: Open daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Thursday open 7 a.m.). The Shop: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Sunday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Peet’s Coffee Kiosk: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Saturday – Sunday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Columbarium: Sunday 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. • Docents generally available: Monday - Thursday 1 – 3 p.m. • Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. • Sunday after the 11 a.m. service (meet at the font).

cathedral worshipSundayNursery 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Eucharist 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Choral Eucharist 11 a.m. Evensong 3 p.m. Evening Eucharist 6 p.m.

Monday - FridayMorning Prayer 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist 12:10 p.m. Evening Prayer 5:15 p.m.

Thursday Holy Eucharist 7:30 a.m. Choral Evensong 5:15 p.m.

SaturdayMorning Prayer 9 a.m. Evening Prayer 3 p.m.

Get connected, stay connectedFollow us on Facebook (facebook.com/gracecathedralsf) and Twitter (@gracecathedral). Sign up for our weekly events email, Cathedral Highlights, or for congregation updates, at gracecathedral.org.

Grace Cathedral is an Episcopal Church, a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion.

Listen to sermons and services online The 11 a.m. Sunday Eucharist and 5:15 p.m. Thursday Evensong are posted on our website for a week after each service. Subscribe to the sermons through iTunes or listen: gracecathedral.org/listen

Prayer RequestsTo request prayers of thanksgiving or intercession, email [email protected]. Every day, our prayer team tends to the concerns of the community and remembers those who have died.

Cathedral Clergy and Program Staff The Rt. Rev. Marc Handley Andrus, Bishop, Diocese of California • [email protected] • (415) 673-0606 The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean • [email protected] • (415) 749-6321 The Rev. Dr. Randal Gardner, Canon for Congregational Life • [email protected] • (415) 749-6319 The Rev. Mark Stanger, Canon for Formation • [email protected] • (415) 749-6318 The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry • [email protected] The Rev. Jude Harmon, Director of Innovative Ministries • [email protected] • (415) 749-6314 The Rev. Nina Pickerrell, Cathedral Deacon • [email protected] • (415) 749-6391 Benjamin Bachmann, Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music • [email protected] • (415) 749-6334 Jeffrey Hookom, Precentor • [email protected] • (415) 749-6393 The Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus

Regarding the Cathedral Congregation • [email protected]

General Information • (415) 749-6300 • [email protected] • gracecathedral.org • 1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

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