Dec
14
3:00 PM15:00
Dec
15
11:30 AM11:30
Dec
17
10:30 AM10:30
Embodying Advent: Film & Discussion
Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and transformation. It invites us not only to wait for the coming of Christ but to actively participate in the unfolding of God’s presence in the world.
In this series, Embodying Advent, painter, author, professor, theologian and philosopher Phuc Luu leads us through a journey of spiritual awakening, where we explore how to embody the themes of birthing, hope, faith, peace, and joy in our daily lives. With profound insights and compassionate storytelling, Phuc Luu challenges us to move beyond passive waiting. Instead, we are called to bring the promise of Advent into the here and now—actively creating, hoping, trusting, reconciling, and rejoicing in the everyday.
Each session is a reflection on how these sacred themes can be embodied and lived out, even amidst life’s challenges.
Dec
18
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
18
12:05 PM12:05
Dec
18
6:00 PM18:00
"The Weary World Rejoices" Advent Study
We are very familiar with waiting. But, this Advent, we don’t wait in vain. Christmas brings us right to the moment of the birth of Jesus—our joy realized, first in a tiny baby born and laid down in a hay stall in a backwater town. A Savior who will someday make all things right. This Advent, may we squint at the light that is afar and say, “Come, Lord Jesus! We’re tired of waiting.” Led by Canon Mike Alford. Register online here.
Dec
21
11:00 AM11:00
Dec
21
3:00 PM15:00
Dec
21
7:00 PM19:00
Service of the Longest Night
This is a service of prayer and mindfulness for those dealing with loss of all kinds. We traditionally think of the holiday season as a time of joy and abundance, but for some the pressure to celebrate can be overwhelming. Life situations and loss can heighten feelings of worry and grief. This is a service of light in the midst of darkness.
The service is scheduled for the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. We recognize that there is darkness in all our lives. Through music, silent meditation, scripture, and healing prayer, we reach out to acknowledge sadness with comfort and quiet remembrance, to reflect on the losses we have experienced and to remember together the real reason for the season: The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. God is with us.
Featuring seven music meditations composed by harpist Dolly McClellan Roberts. Whether you are having a difficult time this holiday season or just want a moment of quiet, please come. If you know someone who is sad, struggling, or alone, please invite them to attend. Everyone is welcome.
Dec
22
11:30 AM11:30
Dec
24
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
25
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
26
12:01 AM00:01
Dec
30
to Jan 2
Jan
1
6:30 PM18:30
Dec
11
6:00 PM18:00
"The Weary World Rejoices" Advent Study
We are very familiar with waiting. But, this Advent, we don’t wait in vain. Christmas brings us right to the moment of the birth of Jesus—our joy realized, first in a tiny baby born and laid down in a hay stall in a backwater town. A Savior who will someday make all things right. This Advent, may we squint at the light that is afar and say, “Come, Lord Jesus! We’re tired of waiting.” Led by Canon Mike Alford. Register online here.
Dec
11
12:05 PM12:05
Dec
11
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
10
10:30 AM10:30
Embodying Advent: Film & Discussion
Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and transformation. It invites us not only to wait for the coming of Christ but to actively participate in the unfolding of God’s presence in the world.
In this series, Embodying Advent, painter, author, professor, theologian and philosopher Phuc Luu leads us through a journey of spiritual awakening, where we explore how to embody the themes of birthing, hope, faith, peace, and joy in our daily lives. With profound insights and compassionate storytelling, Phuc Luu challenges us to move beyond passive waiting. Instead, we are called to bring the promise of Advent into the here and now—actively creating, hoping, trusting, reconciling, and rejoicing in the everyday.
Each session is a reflection on how these sacred themes can be embodied and lived out, even amidst life’s challenges.
Dec
9
6:45 PM18:45
FAST Research Kick-Off
During this meeting, you are invited to learn more about the Research to Action Process. What is a problem vs an issue? How does FAST go about conducting research, meeting with public officials, and working towards a solution? There are currently two research committees: affordable housing and water quality and flooding. Please join us as there is a lot of important work to do in our community. The more voices we have the stronger our people power!
For those interested, there's an Olive Garden just around the corner from Shiloh (10500 Ulmerton Rd). Feel free to join us there between 5:00-5:30 pm. We'll enjoy a meal together and then head over to Shiloh at 6:30 pm. Please contact Hillary if you plan to join us for dinner so we can make a reservation.
Dec
8
5:00 PM17:00
EYC Christmas Party
Wear your tackiest Christmas sweater! We’ll play Hungry, Hungry Reindeer, make gingerbread houses, and of course have a gift exchange. Who will get the tea pot this year? Hosted by the Erickson family.
Dec
8
2:30 PM14:30
Dec
8
12:00 PM12:00
Friends of St. Aelred Meeting
The Friends of St. Aelred is an organization of LGBTQ Episcopalians and their friends and supporters that strive for social justice, fellowship, and service to the community. Visit spcathedral.org/small-groups for more information.
Dec
8
11:30 AM11:30
Dec
7
7:00 PM19:00
Dec
7
11:00 AM11:00
Dec
4
6:00 PM18:00
"The Weary World Rejoices" Advent Study
We are very familiar with waiting. But, this Advent, we don’t wait in vain. Christmas brings us right to the moment of the birth of Jesus—our joy realized, first in a tiny baby born and laid down in a hay stall in a backwater town. A Savior who will someday make all things right. This Advent, may we squint at the light that is afar and say, “Come, Lord Jesus! We’re tired of waiting.” Led by Canon Mike Alford. Register online here.
Dec
4
12:05 PM12:05
Dec
4
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
3
10:30 AM10:30
Embodying Advent: Film & Discussion
Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and transformation. It invites us not only to wait for the coming of Christ but to actively participate in the unfolding of God’s presence in the world.
In this series, Embodying Advent, painter, author, professor, theologian and philosopher Phuc Luu leads us through a journey of spiritual awakening, where we explore how to embody the themes of birthing, hope, faith, peace, and joy in our daily lives. With profound insights and compassionate storytelling, Phuc Luu challenges us to move beyond passive waiting. Instead, we are called to bring the promise of Advent into the here and now—actively creating, hoping, trusting, reconciling, and rejoicing in the everyday.
Each session is a reflection on how these sacred themes can be embodied and lived out, even amidst life’s challenges.
Dec
1
6:30 PM18:30
Dec
1
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
1
11:30 AM11:30
Dec
1
11:30 AM11:30
Dec
1
11:30 AM11:30
Nov
28
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
27
12:05 PM12:05
Nov
27
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
26
6:30 PM18:30
Nov
24
5:00 PM17:00
Choral Evensong
Our November service of Choral Evensong, at 5 pm Sunday, November 24, will be sung by a collaboration of parish choirs from within the St. Petersburg Deanery: St. Bartholomew’s, St. Thomas’s, and the Cathedral Chamber Choir. That is the last Sunday after Pentecost, also known as Christ the King Sunday, when we acknowledge the kingship of Christ over all the world. The opening hymn is “God, my King, thy might confessing.” The anthem is Carson Cooman’s “King of glory, king of peace.” The concluding hymn is “Blest be the king.” The service is Stanford in B flat. An organ prelude is at 4:45 p.m. A freewill offering is taken and a reception follows. Dwight Thomas is music director and organist.
Nov
21
12:05 PM12:05
Nov
21
10:30 AM10:30
No Cure for Being Human Book Discussion
November 7: Chapters 1-3
November 14: 4-6
November 21: 7-10
It’s hard to give up on the feeling that the life you really want is just out of reach. Everyone wants to believe that they are headed toward good, better, best. But what happens when the life you hoped for is put on hold indefinitely? (from Penguin Random House)
Led by Deacon Hillary Peete, all are invited to gather in-person for a conversation in the Chapter Room about how we hold both the terrible and beautiful truths about life and find hope in knowing that there is no cure for being human.
Each week will open with a quiet meditation on scripture and then discussion around chapters in Kate Bowler’s book “No Cure for Being Human (And Other Truths I Need To Hear).
Copies of the book are available to purchase at church for $12 or you can purchase one on your own online. You’re also welcome to just come for conversation if you aren’t able to read the book each week.
Nov
20
6:30 PM18:30
Lectionary Bible Study
Wednesdays, November 6, 13 and 20 6:30 pm on Zoom
Register for the Zoom link here.
Join Canon Mike Alford on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm on Zoom for a lectionary Bible study. Spend some time reflecting on the scriptures for the upcoming Sunday and engage in discussion and conversation with fellow Cathedral members.
Weekly readings can be found here:
Reading and Discussion Questions November 6
Reading and Discussion Questions for November 13
Reading and Discussion Questions for November 20
Nov
20
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
19
6:30 PM18:30
