WORSHIP. Volume 4 Issue 5 9 & 11 a.m. Worship Services 4th Sunday after the Epiphany SERVING/PREPARING. Rev. Dr. Neil G.

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1 WORSHIP TODAY January 29, 2017 Volume 4 Issue 5 9 & 11 a.m. Worship Services 4th Sunday after the Epiphany TIME TO SERVING/PREPARING Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas 2017 INSIDE A Note from Neil Order of Worship BoS Applications Young Adults Connect Night Hedwig and the Angry Inch From Selma to Stonewall

2 WELCOME to Worship! What began in 1970 as a circle of 12 friends meeting weekly for worship and fellowship has grown into Cathedral of Hope, a Vibrant, Inclusive, Progressive (VIP) congregation of the United Church of Christ. Founded in and serving beyond the LGBTQ community, Cathedral of Hope s mission is to reclaim Christianity as a faith of extravagant grace, radical inclusion and relentless compassion. Your presence here is a blessing to us, and we hope you will return often. The VISION of Cathedral of Hope is to be a community of hope proclaiming God s inclusive love, removing barriers to faith and empowering all people to grow in grace toward wholeness. Notes for Newcomers Restrooms are located near the double glass doors behind the Sanctuary. Private rest rooms are available off the hall to the right of the Hall of Heroes area. For more information about the church, please come to the Ministry & Visitor s Center located next to Sources of Hope bookstore. Our worship services are recorded for broadcast around the world. We make every effort to respect your privacy. However, if you would like to ensure that you are not seen on screen, please sit in one of the last five rows of pews in the center section. Large-print bulletins and assisted listening systems are available in the bookstore. In consideration of those seated around you, PLEASE, No Flash Photography during the service. PLEASE, Silence Your Cell Phone! Thank you. TIME TO Good Morning, Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ! This past Thursday, the entire staff took time together to listen to God s spirit. We took time together to listen and to discern what God is doing in our church, in our community, and in our world. During this retreat, we asked God to speak to us as we lead together in uncertain times, and to encourage us in our Time to Shift season here at Cathedral of Hope. Listening was the theme of this past Sunday s services, and I am so grateful to a God who is still speaking, as we have the opportunity to hear that still small voice which is with us today. As we continue this sermon series in preparation for Shift Happens, which will be our focus in February we come today to think about the call of Christ to be a people of service. There are many opportunities to be of service in our church, and in our world. It is said that being of service brings much blessing and, for many, it brings a sense of gratitude and spiritual growth. This Time to Shift is all about spiritual growth. It is about finding ways to deepen our personal experience of God, to care, connect and grow through the various opportunities that we have available to us. In the coming weeks, you will be hearing about more opportunities to search out your own spiritual location and how to make best use of your available time with God to be spiritually fed and nurtured, and to grow. I am hoping that you and I will take our spiritual growth seriously and that we will take the time to prepare ourselves to go deeper and to live out the values of our faith, both today and every day. It is my fervent belief that investing in ourselves as spiritual beings enhances our lives as human beings. It is this shift that our teacher, Jesus, came to call people back to more than 2000 years ago, and it is this shift that the Holy Spirit urges us to make now. The Spirit is still alive, and today I invite us all to prepare ourselves so that our service comes from a place of gratitude, grace and love, which will inspire us in the days ahead. Sincerely, in Christ The Reverend Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Senior Pastor HOPEQuotes Church was so freaking awesome! I left there feeling so joyous PULSE Service C.S. STAFF * Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Senior Pastor seniorpastor@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz Associate Pastor mdiaz@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Erin Wyma Associate Pastor ewyma@cathedralofhope.com Sean Baugh Assoc. Director of Music & Worship sbaugh@cathedralofhope.com Patricia Bjorling Director of Development pbjorling@cathedralofhope.com Scott Cannon, CPA Chief Accountant scannon@cathedralofhope.com Chris Chism Assist. Director of Music & Worship cchism@cathedralofhope.com Lee Covington Exec. Assistant to the Senior Pastor lcovington@cathedralofhope.com Shelley Darling Webmaster sdarling@cathedralofhope.com Anita L. Haddy Ministry Development Coordinator ahaddy@cathedralofhope.com Jerry King Director of Media Ministry jking@cathedralofhope.com Isabel Marquez-E Licensed Minister imarquez@cathedralofhope.com David Moldenhauer Director of Music & Worship dmoldenhauer@cathedralofhope.com Kim Oglesby Human Resources Manager koglesby@cathedralofhope.com Dan Peeler Minister for Children & Families dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com Yinessa Romero Licensed Minister yromero@cathedralofhope.com Jim Summers Director of IT jsummers@cathedralofhope.com Lynn Taylor Director of Facilities ltaylor@cathedralofhope.com Alan Miles Womack Minister for Youth and Young Adults awomack@cathedralofhope.com * Not a complete listing.

3 ORDER of WORSHIP January 29, & 11 a.m. 4th Sunday after the Epiphany LITURGY OF PREPARATION PRELUDE GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY **EXCHANGE OF PEACE **PROCESSIONAL HYMN Allegro from Concerto in D Minor by J.S. Bach Katrina Kratzer and William Sprinkle, violin duo David Moldenhauer, piano Called as Partners in Christ s Service Rev. Erin Wyma Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz WORSHIP NOTES Insight into the various elements of our services Words by Jane Parker Huber Jane Parker Huber Music by John Zundel OneLicense.net License # A **The people will rise in body or spirit. BEECHER Called as Partners in Christ s Service Jane Parker Huber (b. 1926) wrote the words for our Processional Hymn in 1981 for the women s breakfast held when two Presbyterian denominations convened joint General Assemblies in Houston. The partnership she originally referred to was that of women and men in ministry, but the hymn s meaning has expanded. Jane Parker Huber inherited her love for service through the Presbyterian Church from both her father and mother. Her father was president of Hanover College in Indiana, and her mother served on two nation Presbyterian bodies. The hymn tune BEECHER was written by John Zundel ( ) in The tune s name is for Henry Ward Beecher, pastor of Plymouth Church in Brooklyn, New York, where Zundel served as organist for thirty years. Zundel was born and educated in Hochdorf, Germany, but immigrated to the United States. He served different churches in New York and in 1850 began a thirty-year ministry of music at Plymouth Church. Cover designed by Charles Owen. Additional graphics created by Chris Chism, Shelley Darling, Dan Peeler and Charlie Rose. Publication designed by Charles Owen and David Moldenhauer. 1

4 **INVOCATION CHILDREN S MOMENT (11 A.M.) LITURGY OF THE WORD EPISTLE LESSON Philippians 2: 1-4 Minister Isabel Marquez-E If then there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. MINISTRY IN MUSIC Others Words and Music by Israel Houghton and Meleasa Houghton Chris Chism, soloist; Strings of the Orchestra Sean Baugh, piano; Sheryl Lewis, bass; Ellen Gay, drums PASTORAL PRAYER GRADUAL Choir: All: Speak, O Lord, as we come to you to receive the food of your holy word. Take your truth, plant it deep in us; shape and fashion us in your likeness. Words and Music by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend Thankyou Music CCLI License #

5 **GOSPEL LESSON John 12: One: God be with you. All: And also with you. One: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to John. All: Glory to you, O God. Among those who went up to worship at the Passover festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, Sir, we wish to see Jesus. Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. Jesus answered them, The hour has come for the Chosen One to be glorified. Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me will be honored by God. One: All: This is the Gospel of Hope. Praise to you, Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit. **GLORIA Word and Music by Danny Ray arr. Steven Couch Cathedral of Hope CCLI License # SERMON Time to Shift Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Serving/Preparing 3

6 LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY Here I Am, Lord Words and Music by Dan Schutte based on Isaiah 6 arr. Craig Courtney Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra See Text-to Give Below Right Worship Note on p. 5 CELEBRATION OF HOLY COMMUNION WORDS OF INSTITUTION PRAYER OF CONSECRATION INVITATION TO THE FEAST One: All: Come expecting Jesus to meet you in this place; Come expecting to receive sweet mercy and pure grace; When you eat the bread and drink the wine it will be a holy moment in time; So come expecting Jesus to meet you in this place. DISTRIBUTION OF THE ELEMENTS Words and Music by John Chisum and Nancy Gordon, adapted by Steven Couch Threefold Amen Music/ Mother s Heart Music; CCLI License # TO OUR GUESTS Cathedral of Hope celebrates an open communion. We understand the sharing of the bread and the cup in Jesus name to be a representation of an ancient vision of God s feast for all peoples. We don t require you to be a member of this church, or any church, to participate with us in this feast of grace. Simply come forward at the ushers direction. After dipping a wafer in the cup, the minister will place it on your tongue and offer a brief blessing. If you prefer to serve yourself, cup your hands in front of you as you come to receive communion. Gluten-free Wafers are available from the silver intinction set at the center point. Please indicate your need to the ushers on the center aisle and they will direct you to the appropriate position. We ask that you serve yourself take a wafer and dip it in the juice in order to avoid cross-contamination by the server. MUSIC DURING COMMUNION I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light I want to walk as a child of the light; I want to follow Jesus. God set the stars to give light to the world; the light of my life is Jesus. In Christ there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. I want to see the brightness of God; I want to look at Jesus. Clear sun of righteousness shine on my path, and show me the way of Jesus. Refrain Words and Music by Kathleen Thomerson, adapted G.I.A. Publications, Inc. OneLicense.net License # A

7 TO OUR GUESTS It has become a tradition at the Cathedral of Hope to rise as we end our time of communion (as indicated by **), join hands as an expression of our unity in Christ, and lift them up in glory to God. We invite you to join as you are able, in body or spirit. Here I Am to Worship Light of the world, you stepped down into darkness, opened my eyes, let me see Beauty that made this heart adore you, hope of a life spent with you. And here I am to worship; here I am to bow down; here I am to say that you re my God. You re altogether lovely, altogether worthy, altogether wonderful to me. God of all days, oh so highly exalted, glorious in heaven above. Humbly you came to the earth you created, all for love s sake became poor. Refrain Words and Music by Tim Hughes Thankyou Music/EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc. CCLI License # With All My Heart With all my heart I want to love you, Lord, and live my life each day to know you more. All that is in me is yours completely; I ll serve you only, with all my heart. Shout to the Lord My Jesus, my Savior, Lord, there is none like you; All of my days I want to praise the wonders of your mighty love. My Comfort, my Shelter, Tower of refuge and strength, Let ev ry breath, all that I am, never cease to worship you. **PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING **Shout to the Lord, all the earth, let us sing, power and majesty, praises we bring. Mountains bow down and the seas will roar at the sound of your name. I sing for joy at the work of your hands, forever I ll love you, forever I ll stand; Nothing compares to the promise I have in you! Words and Music by Babbie Mason Word Music CCLI License # Words and Music by Darlene Zschech, adapted Darlene Zschech/Hillsongs Australia CCLI License # Here I Am, Lord (on page 4) Here I Am, Lord, also known by its first line, I, the Lord of Sea and Sky, is a well-known Christian hymn written by Father Dan Schutte in The lyrics are based on Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? And I said, Here am I; send me! and 1 Samuel 3. Despite its Catholic origins, Schutte s hymn is sung in many Protestant worship services and is found in most newer Christian hymnals. Translated into over 20 languages, it has been used at many Papal Masses and at International World Youth Day events. A 2004 survey conducted by The Tablet, an international Catholic magazine, reported Here I Am, Lord as reader s favorite. A survey conducted in 2008 by the United Methodist Church found Schutte s hymn second favorite behind Amazing Grace. Today the Choir and Orchestra share choral arranger Craig Courtney s stunning setting of this hymn as the Offertory. Text-To-Give Instructions Simply send a text message to with the amount you would like to contribute. Make sure to include the dollar sign before the amount. Example: $20. Within a few moments, you ll be sent a text with a link to register. Click on the link and enter your cardholder name and credit or debit card information. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a text verification and a receipt via . For future giving, simply send a text with the amount you wish to give, and it will process automatically! See the flyer next to the kiosk in the Narthex for more information. The minimum text-to-give contribution is $3. 5

8 **RECESSIONAL Changed Words and Music by Paula Stefanovich; arr. Richard Kingsmore Adapted by David Moldenhauer Centergetic Music OneLicense.net License # A **BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Time of Prayer After the service, caring ministers will be in the chapel area to offer you personal prayer for healing and comfort. Time of Fellowship Please join us for refreshments after the service in the Fellowship Hall Cedar Springs Rd Dallas, TX cathedralofhope.com Office Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Thurs 6

9 News BRIEFS January 29, 2017 Board of Stewards Applications Members interested in applying to run for one of the three open positions on the Board of Stewards may pick up an application packet from the receptionist in the church office, or download the package and fillable application from the Governance tab on the CoH website. The election will be held on March 11 at the Annual Congregational Meeting. The deadline for applications to be turned in is Sunday, February 12, 2017 at 2 p.m. Once the application is submitted to the Nominations Committee, they will meet with you individually to shepherd you through the process. They will also evaluate your skills and access the characteristics desired to be a successful Board member. To qualify to be on the Board of Stewards, a member must be at least 18 years old and a member for at least one year. Participating in CoH ministries, demonstrating financial support, and regular worship attendance are highly recommended of Board candidates. Other desirable qualities are having a business background, previous non-profit board participation, and fund-raising skills. Service on the Board of Stewards is a ministry that requires personal sacrifice of time and energy, among other resources. Contact Barb Nunn at nunnscott@sbcglobal.net with any questions. Children s Moment and Youth in Worship TODAY We are delighted to announce the inaugural Children s Moment today during the 11 a.m. service. On the last Sunday of every month, at the 11 a.m. service, we will include a short Children s Moment so that our children can experience being in the larger worship space. This is a time of us all to connect with our families and to live out our vision as a vibrant, inclusive and progressive church. Pack the Pantry Today Today is the last Sunday of the month, which means it s Pack the Pantry collection day. Volunteers are under the bell wall to collect your grocery donations that will provide more than 300 bags of food this month to people who might otherwise go hungry. If you shop at Kroger or Tom Thumb for your Pack the Pantry donations and you participate in their community rewards programs that name Cathedral of Hope as beneficiary, we receive 1% of sales each quarter. Contact Rusty Gage at rgage@dallashopecharities.org with any questions. Annual Gift Statements Available Now Please pick up your 2016 Annual Gift Statement at tables near the entrance doors. If you have questions about your statement, please contact Patsy Bjorling, Director of Development, pbjorling@cathedralofhope.com. Your generosity throughout the year makes the mission and work of Cathedral of Hope possible. THANK YOU! First 2017 Membership Class THIS Saturday, February 4, Fellowship Hall, 10 a.m. Want to find out more about what it means to be a part of a Vibrant, Inclusive and Progressive (VIP) congregation? Are you interested in getting more connected and being more involved? Thinking about becoming a member of CoH? Then register for our upcoming Membership Class THIS Saturday, February 4, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This one-time class will provide you with an overview of life at Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ and our hope is that you will gain a sense of where you fit into this wonderful faith community so you can grow and serve. Registration is required and a light brunch will be served. Visit to register online, or print the Keyword: MEMBERSHIP in the comments section of the registration pad, or stop by the sign-up table in the Narthex. If you have any questions prior to the class, please contact Rev. Erin Wyma at ewyma@cathedralofhope.com or CoH Young Adults Connect Night If you are like many in their 20 s and 30 s, finding a place to connect outside the bars and social apps can be quite a challenge. Let s face it, being a millennial in 2017 is a challenge all on its own. We can t promise to have all the answers for your dating life, career crossroads, or even tell you what to believe spiritually. But, we can help create a space for you to grow, connect, and serve with others who are on a similar journey. As we SHIFT into 2017, consider joining us for a night of acoustic worship, devotion and discussion, as we collectively discover how we can be a connect point and resource for the young adults in our community. Please contact Chris Chism (cchism@cathedralofhope.com) or Alan Womack (awomack@cathedralofhope.com) for more details or questions. 7

10 Today in Children s Church Today s theme is Preparation for Service. We will look back on the preparation for last year s Christmas program and ask Why do we have rehearsals and practice before we present plays or performances? Our illustrated PowerPoint lesson tells us about God s preparation of Moses for his time of service. When God s voice spoke to Moses from the burning bush, Moses was told that God had been watching him and knew Moses was ready to serve. The Bible verse today tells us about serving others with humility. We will ask to hear ideas about what humility is. How can we serve other people with humility in a church or at home? Contact Dan Peeler at dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com if you have any questions about the Children and Families Ministry. Big Al s Partnering with CoH Sunday, February 5, Noon 5 p.m. Big Al s Smokehouse BBQ is partnering with CoH and will be open on SuperBowl Sunday, February 5, from noon to 5 p.m. 10% of all food sales for that day will be donated to the Cathedral of Hope. This is the second year that CoH has partnered with Big Al s and is a great opportunity for the church to continue to develop relationships with local businesses within our community. Last year, Big Al s presented a check of $1000 from the proceeds raised. Come join us for lunch and help the church!! Preparing Moses for Service. Dan Peeler, Minister for Children & Families, and Charlie Rose create beautiful illustrations for use in the Children s Church PowerPoint lessons. CoH Youth Mid-Winter Retreat The CoH Youth are planning to attend Mid-Winter Retreats at Disciples Crossing Retreat Center in Athens, TX ( CHY Grades 9-12 February Register by: January 31 The cost is $50 per youth and scholarships are available. All youth are encouraged to attend. Here s how to register in two quick and simple steps: 1) visit app.campdoc.com/register/disciplescrossing to register with the camp and then, 2) Visit to register with CoH and to pay. For registration, information, and details contact either: Alan Womack, awomack@cathedralofhope.com or Rita Rolf, ritarolf2002@yahoo.com Reflect Service Reflect, a monthly service that invites a time of meditation to engage the Spirit within, will be centering on the theme of love Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Peace Chapel. Our peaceful time of music, prayer and inspirational readings will offer us a powerful opportunity to re-commit our lives to the great Love Commandment of the Christ. After the service, all are always invited to a time of community gathering in the Pulse Café in the Fellowship Hall. Cathedral Couples Potluck THIS Saturday, February 4, 6 p.m. Cathedra Couples is a group of members and friends who meet once a month for socializing, food, and fun. The next couples gathering will be held on February 4 at a private residence. Get ready for a Red, Hot and Wild Party! Think To Wong Foo and you are encouraged to wear something red, flashy, and fun or at least embellish in Red! Please cathedralcouples@gmail.com for more information. 8 Hedwig and the Angry Inch Thursday, February 9, AT&T Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. CoH is again partnering with the AT&T Performing Arts Center (ATTPAC), to offer discount group tickets for, Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Brilliantly innovative, heartbreaking, and wickedly funny, Hedwig and the Angry Inch is the landmark American musical by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask that is, according to Entertainment Weekly, undoubtedly ahead of its time. This genre-bending, fourth-wall-smashing musical sensation, with a pulsing score and electrifying performances, tells the story of one of the most unique characters to ever hit the stage. Directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening), Hedwig and the Angry Inch played to record-breaking sell-out crowds on Broadway and promises to take Dallas by storm with what Time Magazine proclaims is the most exciting rock score written for the theatre since, oh, ever! With a group of at least 10 people there is a savings up to $25 bringing the final ticket price range from $30 to $75 depending on your seat selection. You may purchase your tickets online at and use the Promotion Code HOPE to receive our discount. The limited 8-show engagement will sell out quickly, so grab your tickets now. If you have any questions, you may contact Paul Kolasci at x113. CoH Town Hall Meeting Saturday, February 11, Sanctuary, 11 a.m. Mark your calendar now for the rescheduled CoH Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, February 11 at 11 a.m. A light continental breakfast will be provided before the meeting. Town Hall Meetings are designed to keep the congregation informed of what is going on in the life of our church between the annual meetings. Also, mark your calendar for the next Annual Congregational Meeting on Saturday, March 11 at 11 a.m.

11 Open Men s Circle Hosted by the NTX ManKind Project February 7 and 21 in the CLC (Congregational Life chapel); we will meet twice monthly from 7 to 9 p.m. Circle will provide an inclusive, supportive place for men to more fully step into their passion, purpose, and authenticity. By simple awareness, change can happen. The ManKind Project is a non-profit educational training organization for men who are willing to step through fear and into the challenge of their lives. More information at and Contact David Hoover at revooh76@gmail.com with any questions. From Selma to Stonewall: Are We There Yet? Dallas Theatrical Premiere February 12, Texas Theatre, 5 p.m. (doors open at 4 p.m.) Post-show discussion moderated by Rev. Neil The film, From Selma to Stonewall; Are We There Yet? explores Civil Rights and LGBTQ equality movements through the journey of two unlikely friends through a brilliant script broad in scope, humorous, and achingly sad. A story that allows us to get inside the minds of people from different walks of life converging on the earth-shattering discovery and a journey that will change your life forever. Join in that discussion by attending the one-night-only, Dallas theatrical premiere of, From Selma to Stonewall; Are We There Yet? on Sunday, February 12, at the historic Texas Theatre. Invite your friends, co-workers, group, club, or organization to attend. People of all ages are encouraged to attend this powerful film that captures the audience s attention in just the first few minutes and never lets you go. Movie trailer link: Stay late for a post-show discussion moderated by Revered Dr. Neil Cazares- Thomas along with cast member and activist, C.d. Kirven ~ Trans and Gender Identity speaker and educator, Oliver Blumer, DC~ Director, Marilyn Bennett ~ Producer, Rev. Gil Caldwell, who marched with Rev. Martin Luther King and Rev. James Reeb. Tickets ($10 or $5 Student ID) can be purchased today at The Dallas theatrical premiere of the film is sponsored by Interweave Dallas, an affiliate LGBTQ group of First Unitarian Church of Dallas, Cathedral of Hope, Dallas PFLAG, The Resource Center, NTUUC (13 North Texas Unitarian Universalist Congregations) and First Unitarian Church of Dallas Pastoral Care/Prayers If you know anyone who would like to be included on the church prayer list, send the request to prayer@cathedralofhope.com or online at If you know of someone in need of pastoral contact, notify Rev. Erin Wyma at Women s Council Meeting What: Women s Council meeting. Where: Children s Chapel in CLC When: Monday, February 13 at 7 p.m. The Woman s Council will meet and continue discussions and plans concerning several, important initiatives. All women who are members of the Cathedral of Hope are members of the Women s Council, so be sure to join us and add your voice to the current and future initiatives. Come early and bring your dinner or, if you choose, food to share. LEGACY February Gathering Saturday, February 18, Texas Civil War Museum LEGACY is a Cathedral of Hope social group made up of single or coupled mature adults (50 or better) who meet the third Saturday of each month for an outing or a potluck dinner at church or at a private home. Often, LEGACY will provide nurturing care for those who are in need of assistance with medical problems or challenges. What: Reception Gathering/Texas Civil War Museum When: Saturday, February 18 at 9 a.m. for reception; 10:30 at Museum Where: Reception/Gathering at private home in Fort Worth at 9 a.m. Leave around 10 a.m. to carpool to Texas Civil War Museum, 760 Jim Wright Freeway North, White Settlement, TX (about 30-minute drive). $5.00 admission Contact: Roy at rvj5868@att.net if not already on his LEGACY distribution list. Sacred Conversations on Race: A Journey of Transformation Tuesdays, February 21 to April 11, IPC Lower Level, 6:30 p.m. In August of 2016, the national leadership of the United Church of Christ made available its curriculum Sacred Conversations on Race: White Privilege, Let s Talk. Lauded by Brian McLaren for its thoughtfulness, the study is distinctive in that each chapter brings together the experiences and perspectives of 5 different ministers African American and white, female and male to form a rich mosaic. The sections treat such topics as spiritual autobiography told through the lens of race, whiteness as the norm, the ways that education, housing practices, income disparities, and the health care system disadvantage African Americans, and becoming an ally. Indicating the urgency of this work, Rev. John Dorhauer, General Minister and President of the UCC, asserts: One of America s lingering realities is the unprocessed grief, shame, fear, anger, and guilt of living in a culture of racial inequality. It is a heavy price we pay to maintain our silence in the face of such evil, no matter what benefits we accrue because of it. On Tuesday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m., we will begin an 8-week spiritual journey anchored in the UCC curriculum and our own experience (Copies of the curriculum will be provided to participants). Our hope is that the importance of this topic will call a diverse group of 15 people who are committed to this transformative work and who are willing to be both honest and vulnerable in our sacred conversations. Please prayerfully consider joining us. The first evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a shared meal and last 2 hours. All other weeks will run from 6:30 to 8, and we ask that participants hold an extra 30 minutes for discussion as needed. This class is limited to fifteen participants, so register now. Facilitators: Roger Poindexter and Pat Saxon. Pat at spiritsister26@aol.com with any questions.

12 SHIFT: Spiritual Locations SHIFT: What are Spiritual Locations? We are so excited about the kind of spiritual growth our congregation is about to experience as we SHIFT into 2017! We are about to embark on a spiritual pilgrimage individually and together that has the capacity to change ourselves, our church and our city in miraculous ways! We hope you have been challenged as we enter a new season of spiritual growth and renewal we are calling SHIFT at Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ. Rev. Dr. Neil Cazares-Thomas has been preaching in our first sermon series of 2017 about the ways in which we not only meet God in our own lives, but how we can respond to God and grow both individually and as a church community. He has preached on Searching, Changing, Connecting, Listening, and finally Serving and Preparing. These are the lenses with which to view how best to facilitate growth in your personal faith journey. Our prayer and hope is that you will find a place at CoH to connect with others, care for and be cared for, and grow in your spiritual journey with God. Remember that God is wherever you are, and God is calling you to be in relationship with the divine and the community. We hope to give you the tools to do just that with our new programming model of SHIFT. SHIFT: What is your part in all of this now? We want you to prayerfully and meaningfully get out your calendars and in the last two weeks of February consider being a part of a small group where you will meet others on this journey and together find where you are spiritually located in this season. Starting February 5, we will give you resources to find your own spiritual location. This is all leading up to new programming which will be offered seasonally;the first season begins in Lent (March 1). SPIRITUAL LOCATIONS Searching Not sure where I am or what I believe. Am looking for myself and for God. Am wondering about the church, Christianity, God. Wandering around, not much direction. Dealing with trauma, difficulty, illness. Changing Moving in a different direction than before. Releasing old wounds. Reaching for a new way to be. Interested in knowing a different kind of God. Coming out of a life changing experience. Desire to be different. Trying to change from the inside out. Connecting Want community, friends, a spiritual family. Desire to play and worship with others. Need a prayer or study group with people who are like me. Want to participate in a small group. Ready to have some fun!! Listening Need to do things that help me listen for God. Desire to do something creative while listening for my life to speak to me. Want to dance and garden and play to see what comes up in my spirit. Need to quiet my mind so I can hear my heart. Want to learn how to listen for the still small voice. Serving Ready to use my gifts to serve others. Want to serve in a ministry. Need to give outside myself to do some of my own healing. Think I should give a little while I m recovering or laying low. Want to do justice work or be involved in acts of compassion. Ready to work with children or young people. Preparing Want to learn how to teach, or serve in a ministry, or what my gifts are. Desire to expand my understanding of sacred texts or world religions or theological ideas. Want to prepare to live out my call or passion. Would like to practice my prayer life more deeply or learn to be a servant leader 10 Keep Dropping Your Cell Phone? Cell phones are expensive and one drop can shatter a screen and cost a lot to replace! The cure is a Snap Stand Phone Pocket. This self-adhesive silicone pocket snaps open to a handle for your phone you can use when standing browsing Facebook, texting, etc. It also serves as a stand for your phone for hands-free viewing of videos and reading. When finished, just snap the stand/handle back into place. Its pocket is great for holding ID s, credit cards, and business cards. In blue, purple or professional gray. ($5) Into the Silent Land A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation Sitting in stillness, the practice of meditation, and the cultivation of awareness are usually thought to be the preserves of Hindus and Buddhists. Author Martin Laird shows that the Christian tradition of contemplation has its own teachings on using a prayer word to focus the mind, working with the breath to cultivate stillness, and the practice of inner vigilance or awareness. We find the ancient wisdom of both the Christian East and West brought sharply to bear on the modern-day longing for radical openness to God in the depths of the heart. Into the Silent Land serves as a guide for those who desire to journey deeper into the silence of God. The heart of the book focuses on negotiating key moments of struggle, when the whirlwind of distractions or the brick wall of boredom makes it difficult to continue. Laird shows that these inner struggles, even wounds, that any person of prayer must face, are like riddles, trying to draw out of us our own inner silence. Giving Tip Did you know you can login to MyCoH in the upper right corner of the church website ( and look at your current year giving history? Contact Ariel Duarte at ariel@cathedralofhope.com if you have any questions or need help.

13 Rev. Dr. Neil Cazares-Thomas to be Honored Save the Date! FEB 26, 2017 Our own Rev. Neil Cazares-Thomas will receive the annual Shalom Award from Dallas Temple Shalom on Sunday evening, February 26, 2017, at a festive Award Dinner. The event will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel, Dallas Pkwy, Addison, TX, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Individual tickets are $125. We hope CoH friends will fill the house! Tickets may be purchased after church. An online link is also available on CoH s website on via the Calendar page. Questions? Contact Patsy Bjorling, Director of Development, pbjorling@cathedralofhope.com. On a related note, Reverend Cazares-Thomas will visit the Temple Shalom on February 10, The CoH Congregation is invited to worship with us that evening. We start with a Welcoming the Shabbat event at 6 p.m., similar to the fellowship time at the CoH between services. Before Giving and Attendance at a Glance COMMITMENT CEREMONIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS After Maple Lawn Teachers Lounge Update Maple Lawn teachers lounge before and after refurnishing with oak dining table with six chairs, blue leather sofa, two comfortable chairs, three end tables with lamps, new draperies and carpet. THANK YOU Cathedral of Hope! Week Week Week Ending 01/22/17 Ending 01/15/17 Ending 01/08/17 Service Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Worship 1,314 $11,799 1,224 $11,415 1,195 $9,672 Auto-Giving $24,167 $10,221 $32,281 Mail/Credit Cards $3,650 $3,467 $2,095 Total Contributions 1,314 $39,616 1,224 $25,103 1,195 $44,048 Contributions Goal $43,000 $43,000 $43,000 Over/(Short Fall) ($3,384) ($17,897) $1,048 YTD Contributions $113,917 YTD Operating Receipts $125,395 YTD Contribution Goal $129,000 YTD Operating Expenses $93,957 Over/(Short Fall) ($15,083) Over/(Short Fall) $31,438 Greg Draxler, Chef/Owner gregdraxler@sbcglobal.net Ask for Special CoH Pricing Weekly Recurring Meetings & Events SUNDAY Worship Services 9 & 11 am (English), 1 p.m. (Spanish) Sanctuary Child Care/Children s Church 9 & 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., CLC Youth Groups Every Sunday in CLC 107 Junior High (5-8th grades) & Senior High (9-12th grades) 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. HIV Testing first and third Sunday between 9 & 11 a.m. services IPC Room C - No appointment required. Gaymsters Bridge Group 1 p.m., CLC 106 MONDAY Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 & 7:30 p.m., CLC 107 TUESDAY Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 & 7:30 p.m., CLC 107 Gaymsters Bridge Group 6:30 p.m., CLC WEDNESDAY Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 Child Care 7 p.m., CLC 135 PULSE Contemporary Worship 7:15 p.m., Sanctuary HIV Testing Must call for appointment. First & third Wednesday 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., CLC Contact UT Southwestern THURSDAY Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 & 7:30 p.m., CLC 107 Crystal Meth Anonymous Support Group 6:30 p.m., CLC 116 FRIDAY Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 SATURDAY StepUP AA Group 8:30-9:30 a.m., CLC 106 Stonewall Narcotics Anonymous Group Noon, CLC 116 Monthly Recurring Meetings & Events Career Assistance Ministry first & third Wednesdays 6 p.m., CLC 116 Contact careerassistance@cathedralofhope.com Board of Stewards Meeting fourth Monday 7 p.m., FH Cathedral Couples first Saturday 6 p.m., location varies. Contact John and George at cathedralcouples@gmail.com Reflect-Contemplative Worship first Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., IPC LEGACY (50 + Social Group) third Saturday, time & location varies. Contact Roy at rvj5868@att.net Creative Arts Ministry third Sundays 12:30 p.m., CLC 116 Contact dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com CLC=Congregational Life Center FH=Fellowship Hall IPC=Interfaith Peace Chapel 11

14 TRIBUTES Tributes that reach the office by 5 p.m. on Tuesday will be printed in the coming week s bulletin. Tributes that reach the office afterwards will be printed in the following week s bulletin. Space limitations may also apply. In Honor of Tom s Mother Clara Mimi Martin 102 years old in February By Tom Martin and Gary Kindley In Memory of Lowell Worthington By Harry Thompson In Memory of Roger Lujan By Becky Greenup In Memory of Tom Miles By Kristin Miles In Memory of Charles C. Aschbrenner By Chris T. Spencer In Honor of President Obama By Adam and Martin Sanchez-Greenup In Honor of the CoH Volunteers Who Go Above and Beyond, Especially the Music Ministry By JW Wylie In Honor of the Ministry of Hope By Michael Bray To make an honorary or memorial gift, please contact Ariel Duarte at ariel@cathedralofhope.com or x131, or use the envelope in the pew rack. A minimum gift of $20 is suggested. Staff Profile: John Arney What s your name? John Arney What s your job? Receptionist How long on staff? 1 month What s a quirky talent you have? I can roll my tongue into a straw What s an interesting fact about you? I have worked on 3 continents and 1 sub-continent, visited all 50 states plus 45 countries, and all 7 continents. What s currently on your playlist? Classical music What s your favorite quote? When I meet someone for the first time, I try put myself in their shoes and look back in my direction. Will Rogers What s your fantasy job? Playing flute in Broadway theater AEQUALIS, along with its chosen initial carrier, Pruco Life Insurance Company, a Prudential Financial company, is introducing 10- and 15-year individual term life insurance options. Term life insurance can protect your loved ones, your business, and your business partners from the unexpected loss of your financial support, and give them peace of mind. CONTACT ME TO LEARN MORE.... Bob Shimmin Financial Advisor Prudential Advisors 5215 N. O Connor Blvd. Suite 300 Irving, TX (214) bob.shimmin@prudential.com Greening Tip If you must use a pesticide, choose a botanical brand. They are made from plants rather than synthesized in a chemical factory. Having withstood the test of time, botanicals are safer than many synthetic chemicals. Have You Missed a Worship Service? Watch online at: ÆQUALIS is an independent organization and is not an affiliate of Prudential Financial. ÆQUALIS sells and/or distributes life insurance products of Prudential Financial s affiliated life insurance companies in addition to other life insurance company products and sells and/or provides brokerage general agency services for many of these insurers. AEQUALIS is authorized to sell and/or provide services with regard to certain life insurance products of Prudential Financial s companies as well as use this material. Prudential, the Prudential logo, and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities.

15 Advertise Your Business, Event or Service! Each week, we put the Cathedral Weekly Newsletter, CoH Worship Today, DIRECTLY into the hands of the hundreds of people who attend the Sunday 9 & 11 a.m. worship services. At the online version has the potential to reach even more! Let us design your ad for a nominal fee or submit your own; either way you ll reach thousands of potential customers each month. Contact Charles Owen at: x212 or by at: cowen@cathedralofhope.com. Consulting, accounting & tax services to individuals, young business & not-for-profit organizations hello@kellycpatexas.com 127 Howell Street, Dallas, TX kellycpatexas.com Travis-Lee Moore REALTOR licensed in Texas C travislee@nathan-grace.com tlfromtx.com Located near Methodist Dallas Hospital Jeffrey Robertson, MD 1114 N. Bishop Ave Hablamos Español New Texas Symphony Orchestra Movie Magic: The Westerns Dallas City Performance Hall 3:00 PM - Sunday, February 5 Please see Jeanette Bell if you would like to attend the concert with the COH group. jeanettecbell@sbcglobal.net Bill Hoyt Senior Loan Officer NMLS: Mobile: Office: Oak Lawn Avenue Suite 150 Dallas, TX HELPING HOME BUYERS REACH THEIR GOALS All All loans subject to credit to credit approval. approval. Rates and Rates fees subject and to fees change. subject Mortgage to change. financing provided Mortgage by PrimeLending, financing provided a PlainsCapital by PrimeLending, Company. Equal a PlainsCapital Housing Lender. Company PrimeLending, Equal Housing a PlainsCapital Lender. Company PrimeLending, a a PlainsCapital Company Company. (NMLS: PrimeLending, 13649) is a wholly a owned PlainsCapital subsidiary of a state-chartered bank and is an exempt lender in TX. v Company (NMLS: 13649) is a wholly owned subsidiary of a state-chartered bank and is an exempt lender in TX. v

16 HOPE on the Horizon EVENTS at a GLANCE* January 2017 Sunday, JAN 29 Time to Shift: Serving/Preparing Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Servicio en Español February 2017 Wednesday, FEB 1 PULSE Time to Shift: Serving/Preparing Rev. Erin Wyma Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday FEB 1, 7:30 PM, IPC Reflect-Contemplative Worship First Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., IPC Sunday, FEB 5 Shift Happens: Loss to Safety Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Servicio en Español Wednesday, FEB 8 PULSE Shift Happens: Loss to Safety Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m. Saturday, FEB 11 TOWN HALL MEETING 11 a.m., We will provide a light continental breakfast BEFORE the meeting. Passionate about creating a Vibrant, Inclusive, and Progressive faith community? Do others call you a great people-person? Any desire or experience leading small groups? If you re interested in facilitating or hosting a small group in 2017 at CoH, SHIFT@cathedralofhope.com Sunday, FEB 12 Shift Happens: Doubt to Trust Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Servicio en Español Wednesday, FEB 15 PULSE Shift Happens: Doubt to Trust Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m. *Information subject to change without notice and will be updated as needed. Share us with your friends! #CoHDallas on Twitter for updates & insights!