Service Ministry
“As the Father has sent me, so I send you,” Jesus said. Christians are people who sense that they are called live their lives like Jesus. As St. Paul said to the Galatians,
"It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives within me.”
Pastoral Care
Food Share Pantry
T A K E W H A T Y O U N E E D
G I V E WH A T Y O U C A N
Have you noticed the new box posted on Church Street next to our small parking lot? it was
placed by Joseph Helmsing as part of his Eagle Scout project. The box is a mini pantry which
offers a grassroots solution to immediate and local need. We will stock the box with basic
essentials like: canned meat or fish, canned soup, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter,
pasta, cereal, kids' snacks or baby snacks. You may also donate toiletries like deodorant, soap, shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrushes, shaving soap. Look for a box in the Chapter House for donations. We are looking for a couple of people who can team up to keep the box stocked. We also need someone to paint our box. Please let us know if you would like to help.
GriefShare is a 13-session small group support program for those experiencing the loss of a loved one. This nationally known program allows for discussion and personal Bible study enhanced by viewing a weekly video. Common experiences and events shape the group experience, creating an atmosphere of care and comfort. Participation is on a week-to-week basis, as no two people grieve in the same manner or on the same timeline. Whether you have lost a loved one recently or a while back, all experiencing grief are welcome to participate in this group. GriefShare is open to anyone in the greater Mobile community. Please sign-up to let us know you are interested. The meeting times will be determined by the group. To learn more, please contact The Rev. Eric Zubler.
The Card Ministry Team ministers to the Cathedral family by sending each a birthday prayer card during their birthday month. The team also sends a card to everyone who is on the Cathedral Prayer list. The time commitment is 2 hours per month. The Card Team Chair will initially send a packet of cards, envelopes, and stamps, and then will send a list of those having birthdays. Special skills preferred: A dependable personality with a desire to help people feel connected.
SERVICE MINISTRY
SERVING OTHERS
OUR PROJECTS
We recognize that Christianity is meant to be a way of life, not just religious beliefs.
We look to Jesus' example for inspiration about this way.
We strive to work within our community, and in the wider world. We support local organizations with regular financial support:
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Bay Area Food Bank
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Beckwith Camp and Conference Center
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Catholic Social Services
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Family Promise of Coastal Alabama
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Mobile Area Interfaith Conference, Prison Ministry
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Mobile Bay Keeper
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Feeding the Gulf Coast
Please prayerfully consider how you might be part of this ministry.
Jesus said he came not to be served but to serve. Many Christians feel unusually whole, complete and fulfilled in life, when serving and caring for others. We might say that it is at times like these that we feel most united to Christ.
Jesus spoke of the mystery Christians encounter when giving themselves in service to others. In Matthew’s Gospel Jesus said, that when we care for people in need, we are caring for Jesus himself. In other words, we encounter the Holy in serving and caring for one another, and Christians have often insisted that the experience of God is most poignant, most tangible, and most complete in our care and love for each other.
On-Going, Hands-On projects include:
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Episcopal Relief and Development
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Christmas Angel Tree
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Mobile Kappa League
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Murray House Assisted Living Facility
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Operation Back Pack
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United Thank Offering
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Wilmer Hall Children's Home
BAPTIZED FOR LIFE
Baptized for Life (BFL) is a project of the Virginia Theological Seminary. Using a Lilly Grant, BFL is leading 21 parishes in seven dioceses in a four-year initiative to build spiritual growth. After our diocese was selected to be a part, Christ Church Cathedral was invited by our Bishop to be one of three parishes in our diocese to participate. The seven-member Christ Church Cathedral BFL Leadership Team will study with our Catechist, using the catechumenate and the Baptismal Covenant as guides to determine a project that will increase our spiritual health. Once the project is complete, we will share it with our diocese and the wider church. To learn more go to the BFL page.