Happenings is a weekly summary of current events and activities at Christ Church Cathedral. If you would like to be added or removed from the Happenings recipient list, please contact Elizabeth Madsen or call 615.255.7729.

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Wednesday, August 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. - Diocesan Youth Event at St. Bartholomew’s
Please mark your calendar and round up a group of friends to share in the fellowship feast. Youth ministers in the diocese have been hard at work planning our first diocesan youth party and Eucharist.  Burgers (including veggie burgers), hot dogs and all the fixings will be provided. We’ve been asked to bring a side or dessert to share. Please RSVP to Caroline Rossini or 512-7246.

Friday, August 6, 11 a.m. - The Bone’s Workshop, A Practical Approach to Bone Health resumes
This workshop is lead by Katherine Correa LMT, Breema Instructor, in the Cathedral Annex Building on Fridays, from 11a.m.-12p.m. $15 per class. Mats are provided. Bring a friend. For more information contact Anne Stevenson at 255-7729 or Katherine or 269-9718.

Friday, August 6, 6 p.m. - Sacred Soul Space First Friday – “Tales of An Angel, A Snake, A Rat and A Whale”
Learn how these creatures each bear a strange witness to God’s relationship with the men and women of the Old Testament. A guardian angel is alarmed when she is told to step aside and allow a serpent into Eden. A bawdy rat encounters a moment of theological angst while sailing an endless sea aboard Noah’s ark. A blues-singing whale has a word or two for a reluctant prophet trying to escape from God. These are three scenes from a collection of stories and paintings created by Merrill Farnsworth, with music by Phil Madeira, and featuring readings by Chip Arnold, Nan Gurley and Robert Kiefer. Childcare is provided and a reception follows. Join us and invite your friends.

Adult Volunteers Needed for Youth Programs
As the fall approaches, the Cathedral youth staff is hard at work planning activities for the upcoming school year. We are extremely grateful for and rely on our adult volunteers who take part in many ways to minister to Cathedral youth in grades 6-12. If you would like to be involved in any capacity we would love to hear from you. Please contact Monica Urness, 255-7729.

Companions in Christ Groups Forming for Fall 2010
Over the past several years Christ Church Cathedral has sponsored small group spiritual formation through the Companions in Christ series. A new group is being formed for the 28-week study. Groups generally have six to eight members and meet weekly for two hours at a mutually agreeable time and place determined by the participants. The series is a powerfully transforming experience providing a discipline for study that allows you to grow spiritually and deepen your relationship with God. Two follow-up study groups will also be formed. If you are interested in any of these groups or would like more information, please contact Libby Patterson, 353-9555 or Joanne Knight, 665-9449.

Sunday Lunch Bunch
Are you looking for great company for lunch on Sunday? Then join with Ginny McCoy and others at Allium, 501 Main Street in East Nashville on Sundays at 12:15 p.m. (Please note the change in location.) Everyone is welcome. No advance reservations are needed. For more information please contact Ginny or 399-8021.

Acacia Foundation Mission Trip – July 20-August 5
Board members Sandie Griffith and Trish Luna of the Acacia Foundation (a global ministry sponsored by the Cathedral), are traveling to South Africa to visit the orphanage at Umzinyathi and to investigate several prospective partnership opportunities. Please keep the travelers and the children served by the Acacia Foundation in your prayers.

Cathedral Parking Lots Closed August 12-14 for paving
All three Christ Church Cathedral parking lots will be closed for paving and striping Thursday, August 12 through Saturday, August 14. We have arranged to have parking available in the Lifeway parking lot at the corner of 10th Street and Commerce (the parking lot on the northwest corner of our block) for staff, those attending weekday services and other visitors. All parking will be available for services on Sunday, August 15.

Second Saturday Work Day – Saturday, August 14, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Plan to attend work day for the West Nashville Community Development Partnership. Volunteers from the Cathedral are asked to meet at 8 a.m. in front of Fred Rogers Gymnasium at St. Luke’s Community House, where work teams will be organized tomake repairs on homes in the St. Luke’s neighborhood. For further information or to sign up as a volunteer please contact Phil LeGrone or 385-4176.

4th Annual Gathering of Contemplative Outreach of Middle Tennessee – Saturday, August 14, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
at Holy Family Catholic Church, Brentwood. Cost is $25.00 for materials and lunch. All are welcome – those with an established practice to those who are exploring Centering Prayer. For program information and registration Click HERE or contact Carol Wray.

Sign up NOW for the 64th Annual Conference of the Episcopal Churchmen of Tennessee – August 27-29
The annual Churchmen’s conference takes place at the DuBose Conference Center, Monteagle, Tennessee. Brochures are available on the pew rack in the reception area of the church. Contact Shelton Clark for additional information about reservations and click HERE for program information and a registration form.

The next opportunity for Baptism – August 29
Baptism will be celebrated at both services, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., on Sunday, August 29. To schedule a baptism, please contact Elizabeth Madsen or 255-7729 by Monday, August 16. Baptism rehearsal will be Saturday, August 28 at 9 a.m.

The Annual Parish Fair is Sunday, August 29, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Don’t miss this special showcase of parish activities and ministries. All are encouraged to attend. Newcomers are especially welcome.

Golf Tournament to Benefit Rooftop – August 30
Gather your foursome now and register for the Rooftop Golf Tournament at Richland Country Club on Monday, August 30. The tournament will be played as a four-person scramble with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m., and includes breakfast and lunch. Have fun and fellowship and support this ministry of 36 Nashville area congregations that provide rental assistance to individuals and families in need of emergency financial help to help maintain stability in their housing, to prevent homelessness and to provide hope. Click HERE for more information and to register. Contact Bill Coke or 665-1992 or Rooftop Executive Director Kelly Raglin or 714-1081.