Cathedral Book Shop: Water and Spirit We’re entering the season of irises and peonies and Pentecost, the ‘long green season’ of the Church year, during which our lectionary explores life after the Ascension of Jesus and considers what it might mean to be “born of water and Spirit.” This Sunday we celebrate the feast of the Holy Trinity, a mystery if there ever was one; weekly we proclaim our belief in “Father, Son and Holy Spirit,” but most of us would have some difficulty explaining in our own words just how God operates! Yet, beyond words, we do have ways of understanding such things, and one of them is the act of Holy Baptism, in which we are symbolically washed, ‘”sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked as Christ’s own forever” – an action that speaks louder than words.

Many Christians, especially in the Eastern Orthodox tradition, have contemplated the mystery of the Trinity as depicted in icons. One of the best known was created in the 15th century by Andrei Rublev, who depicted the three angels that visited Abraham as an allegory for Father, Son and Spirit, and who inspired many subsequent depictions of this theme in icon form and in written meditations. Our participation in liturgical actions such as Baptism and Eucharist, and our openness to the gifts of silent contemplation, affirm that knowledge of God (in all God’s persons) often comes from sources beyond words, just as poetry and art can convey truth beyond scientific description.

So if you are preparing to “welcome the newly baptized,” the Book Shop can help with a greeting card or Book of Common Prayer or a small gift; and if your Pentecost season is taking a contemplative turn, we offer a large selection of icons. But that’s only the beginning: however you’re traveling your spiritual journey, or sharing in someone else’s, we have many treasures to assist you; come and see…

WX2015 - Why Christian?: Saint Mark’s Cathedral, September 18th and 19th This fall, St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral will host the Why Christian? conference, which brings together ‘a group of storytellers who make us want to be Christians.’ Through both large and small group sharing, participants will explore the content and practice of Christian faith in the 21st century. In addition to event organizers, Rachel Held Evans and Nadia Bolz-Weber, participants will hear from eleven other voices from across the country. To learn more about the conference, or to register to attend, visit www.whychristian.net. The cost is $99. More conversation will be forthcoming regarding possible points of connection between the WX2015 conference and the life and mission of St. Mark’s Cathedral.

In addition to the Friday and Saturday conference, St. Mark’s is fortunate to welcome the In addition to the Friday and Saturday conference, St. Mark’s is fortunate to welcome the Rev. Winnie Varghese, one of the conference presenters, to preach during our 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. liturgies on Sunday, September 20th. We’re excited to be part of this great gathering and are proud to offer our gifts of hospitality to ensure its success!

Sunday at Saint Mark’s

Baptisms - The Rev. Siri Hustad at sirihustad@gmail.comCathedral Book Shop - BookShop@ourcathedral.org Godly Play - Monica Kruger at Monicak@ourcathedral.orgFunerals - The Rev. Siri Hustad at sirihustad@gmail.comHome Eucharist - Dr. Helen E. Hansen at hehcollier@gmail.comMembership - Mary Lusk at MaryL@ourcathedral.orgPastoral Care - Dr. Helen E. Hansen at hehcollier@gmail.comSacred Music - Canon Musician Raymond Johnston at RayJ@ourcathedral.orgWeddings - Christine Slater at manitou33@me.comYouth Ministry - Stacey Olson at StaceyO@ourcathedral.org

Cathedral CouncilSenior Warden: Warren Maas (wmaas@projectpathfinder.org)Junior Warden: Jim Huber ( jamesrhuber@yahoo.com)Treasurer: Brian C Myers (brian.myers@mmm.com) Coucil Clerk: Iris Key (irismkey@gmail.com)

Welcoming: Linda Brandt (Brandt.linda@gmail.com)Cathedral Life: Matthew Brown (Matthewb986@gmail.com) and Sarah Nowlin (nowlinsj@comcast.net)Property: Prentice Beadell (catbunks@comcast.net) and Kathleen Murphy (kathleenmurphy@earthlink.net)Pastoral Care: Melody Herbst (mrherbst@earthlink.net)Formation: George Ewing (128giants@gmail.com)Spiritual Life: Dwayne Purrington (Purr1048@yahoo.com)Outreach: Louise Simons (Louise_simons@usc.salvationarmy.org)Worship: Emmanuel Wilson (Emmanuel.wilson@wellsfargo.com)ECMN Chapter: Veronica Guevara (vaguevara@gmail.com)Stewardship: Richard Helling (Richard.e.helling@wellsfargo.com)Communications: Betsy Hsiao (bhsiao@visi.com)Human Resources: Susan Lynx (Info@sunflowersmassage.com)Governance: Fred Morrison (Morrison@umn.edu)

GenerationsInez Bergquist (plannedgiving@ourcathedral.org)

Special Needs: (parishioners in boldface) Roxie Markie, Ollie Rose Olsen, Young-ja Lee (wife Han Lee), Al Johnson, Patricia Jacobs, Mikiesha Earney, Mike Murphy (family of Kathy Matt), Jennie Matt (daughter of Kathy Matt), Helena Bedell (mother of Wachen Anderson), Ann Peters, Mary Beth Branca (sister of Ann Maas), Tina Smith Reckamp, David Karges, Family and friends of Wes, Jason Rains (son-in-law of Gay Clapp), Steve Johnson (cousin of the Rev. Roger Franzen), Susan Nygren, Peggy Larson, Whitney McFarland, Bernadine Martin (friend of Louise Simons), Kate Christensen (friend of Louise Simons), Helena Bedell, Jason Rains (son-in-law of Gay Clapp).

We Pray for the Departed: Chris Hoffman (friend of Jan Dougherty), Carolyn Russell (former Youth Choir Director), and Gladys Norgard (mother of the Rev. David Norgard).

We Celebrate and Welcome our New Members: Jeff Brockmann, Nora Brockmann, David Bunch, Denise Bunch, Caitlyn Childe, Kerry Childe, Josh Cojerean, Brooke DeWaard, Jack DeWaard, Oliver DeWaard, Sonja DeWaard, Ellie Favell, Diana Fraser, Cindy Jackson, Michael Jonas, Caroline Martin, Joy Martin, Oliver Martin, Coltrane Page, Delilah Page, Ella Page, Joey Page, Rachel Page, Sajon Page, Jessica Sundell, Shane Swanson, Penelope Warren, Nathan Welty, Cynthia Youtz, Greg Youtz.

Birthdays: • May 31: Catherine Henne, Katie Hennessy • June 1: Tony Patterson • June 2: Nancy Hirshrield, Linda Schelin, Harrison Boden • June 3: Dana Dickson • June 5: Asahel Cooper • June 6: Connie Donnelly, Brian Crist, Karen Sandness

To add someone to this list, please contact the Cathedral office at 612-870-7800 or e-mail prayers@ourcathedral.org.

Prayers + PassagesWeekly Highlights

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Welcome to Saint Mark’s! We are glad to see you this Sunday and hope your time with us will be inspiring. Below you will find some of the many ministries available to help you fully enjoy your experience. Please seek out our ushers, greeters (yellow sashes), clergy, or parishioners with questions and for assistance - we are always happy to help.

Connect! Want to learn more about Saint Mark’s? We would love to answer your questions. Look for the “Connect” card in your pew and share with us your questions and interests. Drop the card off in our collection plate, with an usher, or at our office. We look forward to connecting with you!

Children in Worship and Play Children are welcome to attend worship service - we love the life that they bring! If families prefer, there is a staffed nursery for children 3 and younger available on the second floor from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We also have age-appropriate Gospel activity sheets and crayons at each doorway, with a variety of children’s books located in baskets at the front of the nave.

Welcome New Members Welcome to our new members, each wearing a small flower to signify their role on this Sunday. They are making a commitment to membership, which includes regular worship and support of Saint Mark’s mission and ministries with their individual gifts. Please join us after each service as we celebrate these our newest family members. (You may find the names of our new members in Prayers + Passages section.)

Children’s Worship This is a participatory worship service specially created for children ages 3rd grade and younger with music, Bible stories, and prayers. Children are invited to join a procession to the Whipple Chapel at the 10:30 a.m. service and rejoin their families at the Peace.

Spring Picnic Potluck Have lunch at the Cathedral on Sunday May 31st! Get to know others, meet newcomers, and enjoy fun activities for all ages. The casual lunch will immediately follow the 10:30 a.m. service - outside. Conversation, games, activities, grilled food, and bouncy house (weather permitting). In case of rain, the party will move indoors.

Cathedral Tours To learn about the history, art and architecture of Saint Mark’s, gather near the pulpit after the 10:30 a.m. service for a guided tour.

T-coil Hearing Assistance in Nave T-coil hearing assistance is available (in front 2/3 of pews) by turning your hearing aid to the T (telephone) position.

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The Weekly WrapperSaint Mark’S EpiScopal cathEdral May 31, 2015

New Hours: Tues-Fri 10am-2pm - and Sunday mornings.

Saint Mark’s Book Shop

Spiritual Cleansing for Your Vehicle! Help support the 2017 Sr. High Pilgrimage and have a clean

car also! Ticket sales on May 31st; $20 car, $25 van/truck. Vehicle cleaning June 7th and 14th.

Interior cleaning only, surfaces, windows, mirrors, vacuum. Your vehicle cleaned while you are at worship!

Saint Mark’s Grief Support Small Group This June This June, Saint Mark’s Grief Support will meet on alternate Tuesdays, June 2nd, 16th, and 30th at 1:00 p.m. We invite persons who have experienced a recent loss of a loved one to join the group for support as you walk your journey of grieving. Our group is an alternative and complement to the Downtown Coalition for Grief Support. If interested in joining our group, please contact the Rev. Mildred Cox (mildredc@ourcathedral.org), or James Davies (aumjames@aol.com or 612-529-7221).

Summer News & Events Summer News & Events

Around the Town

Reel Theology: Evelyn Join us as we screen Evelyn (2002) on June 9th at 6:30 p.m. - In 1953, Desmond Doyle is devastated when his wife abandons their family on the day after Christmas. Due to his unemployment and the fact that there is no woman in the house to care for the children, the Irish courts put the Doyle children into Church-run orphanages. Although a sympathetic judge assures Desmond that he’ll get his children back after he gets a job, he learns there’s another barrier. A barmaid, her brother, her suitor, and a tippling footballer become Desmond’s team. Pierce Brosnan and Julianna Margulies lead this fantastic film. Facilitated discussion follows the film. Movie snacks will be available.

A Concert for Episcopal Relief and Development June 7th, 4-7 p.m. - A fundraiser for Episcopal Relief and Development, featuring a concert by the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus, will take place Sunday, June 7th at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church (2300 Hamline Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113). The event is free, with a freewill offering taking place during the concert.

Come Meet Your Muslim Neighbors Ramadan is the month of the Islamic lunar calendar during which Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset; this year it falls between the dates of June 18 - July 17. As our Muslim neighbors prepare for this sacred month, the Minnesota Council of Churches is excited to announce a series of open houses at area mosques and traditional Ramadan Iftar dinners. Please visit www.mnchurches.org (Respectful Communities/Interfaith Programming/Taking Heart) to register for an Iftar meal near you; see the sidebar for links to information about Islam and what you can expect at an Iftar. These events are free and open to the public. For further information, contact: The Rev. Cynthia Bronson Sweigert, Taking Heart Organizer (revcbs11@gmail.com or 412-638-0680).

Episcopal Arts Creative Day Camp Explore! Create! Adventure! Discover!

ECAD is a full week of camp activities that includes music, visual arts, tinkering, storytelling, movement, and outdoor games. Thursday will bring a full-day field trip and Friday includes a worship service for families and friends. This year our theme that guides each day is Circling with God (How do we pray?).

Campers will experience many new and unique ways to pray, exploring prayer

in all that we do. Register online at www.ourcathedral.org/ecad-2015.

Godly Play Returns in September 2015 Weekly Godly Play sessions for the 2014-15 program year have concluded. Much appreciation goes to those involved. Evaluation, planning and opportunities continue. If you would like to arrange a Godly Play session for a group you’re part of (any season or any ages,) have feedback from the year, or want to consider involvement for the Fall, contact Monica Kruger, monicak@ourcathedral.org.

Morning Meditations in Loring Park Starting Friday, May 1st, the Friends of Loring Park will be holding weekly meditation in Loring Park’s Garden of the Seasons every Friday from 7:00-7:30 a.m. These events are open to the public; all are welcome.

Downtown Coalition for Grief Support Spring Meetings Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. - No matter where you are in the healing process, the Coalition welcome your attendance. Learn more at www.mplsgriefsupport.com.

Exhibit Features Work of Native American Artist The art of Maggie Thompson, a textile artist whose work is inspired by her Native American heritage, will be exhibited at the Benedictine Center (2675 Benet Road, Maplewood) from July 3 thru September 2. This exhibit is free and open to the public every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. A free will offering will be accepted. Her exhibit will contain work that focuses on the theme of Emerging Textile Artist and will explore her life as a contemporary native woman and “tell a difficult story,” she says, “that rebuilds my textured past and helps me relearn the history of my people.” For more information, call 651-777-7251 or email: benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org.

Youthlink Barnabas Pantry Request Youthlink mentee with Saint Mark’s has started a small pantry in her Barnabas residence. Residents earn Barnabas “money” to pay for needed items. If you can contribute towels (like-new), toothpaste, or detergent, would you please leave in donation trunk labeled “BARNABAS”. If you would prefer to deliver to Barnabas please contact Margie Johnson at amjohnson1203@comcast.net for assistance. Thank you for this consideration.

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The Pride Committee is working hard to make Saint Mark’s Pride 2015 the best ever. This year’s theme is LGBT issues and the family with our motto: BRING PRIDE HOME! The Pride committee is repeating the successful Tuesday Night at the Movies in 2014 with an impressive list of movies and hosts to complement the theme. Other events include the booth in Loring Park, the Parade on Sunday morning and the Twin City Pride Service.

June Art Exhibit During the month of June, our Bishops’ Hall Gallery will feature a series of banners, from the University of Minnesota, that reflect the history of the LGBT rights struggle over many years.

Pride Tuesday Night at the Movies: The Truth About Jane June 2nd, 6:30 p.m. Jane knows she is gay, but her Mom cannot accept this. Their strong mother-daughter bond is broken unless they can find a way to remember how much they love each other.

Pride Tuesday Night at the Movies: Pride June 16th, 6:30 p.m. The true story of a tiny Welsh village in the midst of an ugly coalfield strike that is given support by an unlikely group of gays from London. These two diverse groups discover that standing together is the strongest union of all.

Pride Movie: Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine June 26th, 6:30 p.m. A feature length documentary about Matthew Shepard that goes beyond the headlines of his tragic murder. The film seeks to tell the story of the Matthew the world hardly knows and to make sense of this senseless tragedy.

Pride Parade and June 28th Morning Worship June 28th To allow all who wish to join in Pride Parade, Saint Mark’s Sunday morning worship will include a single 9:00 a.m. service.

What says summer like a parade? And the Pride parade is one of the best of the summer. Show your Pride and support Saint Mark’s by hopping on the 9:45 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. bus for a short trip to the stepping off point. Join the throngs marching down Hennepin Ave to Loring Park and the Saint Mark’s booth. Just don your walking shoes and show up at the bus in the parking lot.

Twin Cities Pride Service June 28th, 4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. One Voice musical presentation by Minnesota’s LGBTQ Mixed Chorus. 4:00 p.m. Twin Cities Pride Service: our Pride celebration concludes with the Twin City Pride Service. Homilist will be the Rev. Bradley Schmeling, pastor of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in St. Paul, MN.

Pride 2015: Bring Pride Home

Midweek Morning Meditation June 3, 2015

By reading the scriptures I am so renewed that all nature seems renewed around me and with me. The sky seems to be

a pure, a cooler blue, the trees a deeper green. The whole world is charged with the glory of God and I feel

fire and music under my feet.Thomas Merton

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a Meditation every Wednesday.