Current events

June 2017
Cathedral Events Online
cathedralchurchofallsaints.com

Thursdays in June (1, 8, 15, 22) from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
in one of the meeting rooms
PENTECOST/TRINITY STUDY AND CONVERSATION
One Faith Revealed in Holy Writ, which includes prayer and study of biblical and Anglican texts, might appeal to recent adherents to the Anglican Church.
For more information please e-mail Kent Doe

Sunday, June 4
PENTECOST SUNDAY
Celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit by wearing red to church.
St. Catherine’s Group will be holding a bake sale after the 10:30 a.m. service

Sunday, June 4 at 4:00 p.m.
CONCERT:  MUSIC FOR A GREAT SPACE

This annual concert, presented by the Cathedral Choir, will feature Mendelssohn’s Hear My Prayer, Britten’s Missa Brevis, and other favourite masterworks from the Renaissance to the 20th century.  A reception on the south lawn will follow.
 
For tickets visit Ticket Halifax, or purchase at the door.

Friday, June 2 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
CAPELLA REGALIS MEN & BOYS CHOIR SUMMER OPEN HOUSE
Capella Regalis is a FREE PROGRAMME for all boys, 6 to 12 years of age, who pass a basic audition. It is one of only a handful of liturgical men and boys choirs in Canada today. Prospective choristers, their families, teachers, and others with interest in music education are encouraged to come and observe 15 minutes of a rehearsal, hear the director, Nick Halley, speak, and meet other parents and choristers.  Refreshments provided. Visit Capella Regalis for more information.

Sunday, June 11
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLOSING AND CONGREGATIONAL BBQ
in The Great Hall
Bring along a salad, sweet or just yourself to the BBQ after the 10:30 a.m. service.  Food donations can be dropped off in The Great Hall prior to the service.
 
Please note that this will mark the end of the Sunday School term.  Sunday School will resume on Sept. 10, 2017
The nursery will be unsupervised all summer, but will remain open for use by parents and their children.

Thursday, June 15 at 7:00 p.m.
CAPELLA REGALIS MEN & BOYS CHOIR
SEASON FINALE
Fresh back from their summer tour, this choir, directed by Nick Halley and featuring Paul Halley on the pipe organ, will present their final concert of the season with favourite sacred and secular repertoire from the year.
For tour and ticket information visit Capella Regalis

Friday June 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
in The Great Hall
SINGSONG SPRING LUNCHEON
Fun awaits you at this second annual luncheon, sponsored by the Outreach Committee.
 
If you would like to come, RSVP by email to Deacon Heather or Deacon Ray or look for the sign-up sheets at both Cathedral entrances.
For transportation requests phone 902-434-0719

Wednesday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m.
CONGREGATIONAL COUNCIL
 
Thursday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m.
ORDINATION
Shirley Carras, Cate Ratcliffe, Cherry Workman and Falen McNulty will be ordained as Transitional Deacons

Friday, June 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall kitchen
OUTREACH KITCHEN PARTY
The Cathedral is once again responsible for preparing food for a meal at the St. George’s Soup Kitchen on Saturday, June 24.  You are invited to come out and have some fun in the kitchen.  Everyone is welcome!
 
Volunteers are also appreciated on June 24 to serve the meal.
If you would like to help or learn more about this Outreach Project, contact Deacon Heather

Friday June 30 at 7pm
CANADIAN CELTIC CHOIR
in concert at the Cathedral
Free will offering

Saturday, July 1 at 9:00 a.m.
Smitty’s Restaurant on Cathedral Lane
CATHEDRAL BREAKFAST
Start Canada’s birthday celebrations with friends and a hearty breakfast!

NOTE
Beginning Friday, June 2, the Cathedral and Synod offices will be closed on Fridays at noon for the summer.

SUMMER TOURS OF THE CATHEDRAL
A summer tour guide will be welcoming visitors and offering tours of the Cathedral from July 4 through August, Tuesday – Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
 
Dean Paul Smith will be participating in THE PROUTY 2017 on July 7/8 during his summer vacation in New Hampshire. Information about the event is on display in the Cathedral along with his biking jersey.  He invites you to write names of people you would like remembered on his shirt – a show of support and a source of inspiration for him as he participates with his family in this annual cancer fundraiser. 

REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS
 
Study Groups:
 
Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. - Book Studywith Reverend Dr. Davena Davis
 
Fridays from 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the small meeting room (adjourning for the summer on June 16th)
Justice and Making Good Decisions with Rev. John Swain
 
Choir Practices:
Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
 
Services:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 12:15 p.m. HC BCP
Wednesday at 7:30 a.m., HC BAS
 
Sunday Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Refreshments served after 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services
Nursery and Sunday School available at 9:00 and 10:30 services.