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All Saints' Sunday

Dear Saints in Christ,

You Just Never Know Who is Watching

Welcome to our weekly email.

As we acknowledge All Saints day this Sunday we have the opportunity to particularly give thanks for those who have gone before us and who have taught us the faith and been role models to us. We all have faith heroes - some, people we know. Some, people we have never met. As you give thanks for them, let me encourage you to also reflect on how you are a role model and encouragement to your brothers and sisters in Christ. Just as some of those we looked up to knew they were role models for us, and others didn't, so it is for us. Without knowing it, we can be like a support for others' faith, a rock they rely on, without necessarily knowing we are that for them. Normally we hear the phrase 'You just never know who is watching' quoted by way of chastisement for someone who is caught out doing something they shouldn't be doing. I wonder if we might turn that around as an encouragement to us to remember that in the way we go about our daily life and work, we are examples to other people of what Jesus is like. As saints, we represent him and his priorities in the world. You just never know who is watching, and who might think they would like to know Jesus as a result of what we have said or done.

With the changes to the lockdown restrictions in Melbourne, we are very excited to let you know that plans are well underway for outdoor services at the Cathedral. We will be in touch with congregation members with details next week. These will be ticketed, mid-week services for 20 people in our courtyard on the corner of Flinders Lane and Swanston St. Covid-safe arrangements will be in place. Instructions about how to book, transport and attendance will be in the email.

We are looking forward to actually seeing some of you very soon!

Grace and peace,

Heather.

'Virtual' Lunchtime Concert Series returns!

Settle in tomorrow afternoon and enjoy our next concert in the series:
Songs of Solace - Adam Simmons (alto & tenor saxophones, shakuhachi)

Adam will perform a selection of original compositions interspersed with eclectic contributions by Krzysztof Komeda, Merle Haggard and Indonesia’s Sisir Tanah. Adam’s unique approach to the saxophone as both a melodic and textural instrument will reverberate in the beautiful space of St Paul’s Cathedral to create a beautifully lyrical and meditative concert.

Click here to watch the concert from 2pm Saturday

This Sunday

8:00am BCP Eucharist
Presiding & Preaching: The Dean
Watch here: https://youtu.be/TLwhSXZ4lSU
Click here for a copy of the Order of Service

9:15am Zoom Coffee Morning
Members of our regular Sunday Congregation are invited to join us in an online Coffee Morning prior to our 10am service. You will need a Zoom account to access this - there are instructions here for making one: Zoom Beginners Guide
Once you have your account setup, you can join the Coffee Morning via this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87614702151?pwd=ZVpFVldmcmxTMTN5MWtWNXhDQkEwQT09.
We are now using the 'waiting room' function on Zoom for added security, the host will let you into the meeting from there. Make sure you have your cup of tea or coffee ready too!

10:00am Sung Eucharist
Presiding: Canon Heather
Preaching: The Dean
Watch here: https://youtu.be/PVduUxOC9fE
Click here for a copy of the Order of Service

11:15am Zoom Bible Study
Join us in an online Bible Study following our 10am service. You will need a Zoom account to access this - there are instructions here for making one: Zoom Beginners Guide
Once you have your account setup, you can join the Bible Study via this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86184865813?pwd=RFpOdEc3V0xnc3FzdkJBUDMyLzliQT09. We are now using the 'waiting room' function on Zoom for added security, the host will let you into the meeting from there.

Click here for copies of the readings and study questions for use during the Study Group or for your own personal reflection during the week.

1:00pm Mandarin Worship 華語崇拜
Presiding: Canon Heather
Preaching: Canon Robert
Watch here: https://youtu.be/hAv2jDlmVOo
Click here for a copy of the Order of Service

Our live-streamed services will also be available our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/StPaulsCathedralMelbourne

Weekly Bible Talk - All Saints Sunday
https://youtu.be/VALv0fDea5w
In this week's Bible Talk the Dean and Precentor are talking about following in other people's footsteps, as we celebrate All Saints Day.

Tips for joining in Worship at home:

Be ready to go 10 minutes before the service is starting with your computer, iPad or TV set up and connected and volume turned up. The livestream will appear a few minutes before the service is scheduled to begin.
If you have a printer, you may want to print the Order of Service in advance and have it ready for Sunday Morning, otherwise you can follow along on another device. Do join in the responses and hymns as you normally would.
If there is problem with the Livestream technology, don't worry! We will record all our services and make them available as soon as possible after.
You can contribute as part of the offertory by giving online via www.cathedral.org.au/donate

Tips for joining our Zoom Gatherings

To access the Zoom meetings/gatherings just click the links around the time the session is to begin (9.15 and 11.15am)
Make sure your volume is turned up on your computer so you can hear everyone.

How to join Zoom gathering using your phone.

You can easily join our Zoom Gathering using your landline or mobile phone.

Dail 7018 2005 on your phone
You will be prompted to enter the meeting ID, which is:
9.00am Sunday Morning Tea: 876 1470 2151
11.15am Sunday Bible Study: 861 8486 5813
7.00pm Thursday Gathering: 848 4600 1829
If the meeting has not already started, press # to wait.
You will be prompted to enter your unique participant ID. Press # to skip.

Phone Controls

The following commands can be entered via using your phone's dial pad while in a Zoom meeting:

* 6 - Toggle mute/unmute
* 9 - Raise hand

Next Week

Services

Monday • 2.30pm Choral Evensong (All Souls Commemoration)
Broadcast on Channel 31 in Melbourne & Geelong (digital channel 44), this is a traditional Anglican service with music, prayer and scripture readings.
Repeated on Tuesday via Livestream on the Cathedral's Facebook page and Youtube Channel.

Tuesday • 5.10pm Choral Evensong (All Souls Commemoration)
A 30 minute service sung by the Cathedral Choir, this is a traditional Anglican service with music, prayer and scripture readings.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/c/StPaulsCathedralMelbourne

Wednesday
12.15pm Holy Eucharist
A 30 minute service of readings, prayers, a short address and Holy Communion led by a member of the Cathedral Clergy.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/c/StPaulsCathedralMelbourne

Friday
12.15pm Cathedral Stillness (Quiet Prayer & Reflection)
‘The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it’ (Jn 1.5)
Lighting a candle is simple action that we can all share. Join us virtually on Fridays at 12.15pm for a time of quiet prayer and reflection from the Chapel of Unity. This is an opportunity for you to join in a time of prayer as we light candles on your behalf.
Joing here: www.youtube.com/c/StPaulsCathedralMelbourne

Social & Discussion Groups

Wednesday • 7.30pm Zoom Discussion Group
Members of our regular Congregation are invited to join Canon Stephen Ames for a mid-week Discussion Group. You will need a Zoom account to access this - there are instructions here for making one: Zoom Beginners Guide
Once you have your account setup, you can join the Group via this link:

Please contact events@stpaulscathedral.org.au for the link

Thursday • 7.00pm Zoom Congregational Catchup
Members of our regular Congregation are invited to join a mid-week Evening Catchup. You will need a Zoom account to access this - there are instructions here for making one: Zoom Beginners Guide
Once you have your account setup, you can join the Group via this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84846001829?pwd=YkdGYkljVlJTN0NTY1Bid1UvRkdtdz09
We are now using the 'waiting room' function on Zoom for added security, the host will let you into the meeting from there.

Sunday 8 November:
Remembrance Sunday
8:00am BCP Eucharist
Preacher: The Precentor
9:15am Zoom Coffee Morning
10:00am Sung Eucharist
Preacher: The Precentor
11:15am Zoom Bible Study
1:00pm Mandarin Worship 華語崇拜

Have you missed a service or
would like to listen to a sermon again?

Watch previous webcasts of services here

Listen to previous sermons here

Worship At Home

Online Resources

Our 'Worship at Home' page on our website which has lots of useful information including prayer resources, daily reflections and other ways to pray at home.

Click here to access our 'Worship at Home' Resources

Read the Bible With Us

You may like to use these readings, which the Cathedral Clergy and Staff use for daily prayer, as part of your personal devotions throughout the week

Monday: Ps 22.1-22; Matthew 22.34-36
Tuesday: Ps 25; Matthew 23.1-15
Wednesday: Pss 28, 29; Matthew 23.29-39
Thursday: Ps 33; Matthew 23.16-28
Friday: Ps 35.1-17; Matthew 24.1-14
Saturday: Ps 34; Matthew 24.15-31

An order for Morning and Evening Prayer with Readings can be found here

Pray With Us

The ministry team of St Paul’s Cathedral has been meeting electronically for morning prayer, during which they remember each member of our electoral roll and other parishioners by name over the course of the week. Know that we are holding each and every one of you in our prayers.

Share your prayer requests with us by emailing
parishprayer@stpaulscathedral.org.au. Prayers submitted will be offered during our 12.15pm Lunchtime Eucharist on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Prayer Points for the Week

The World
People of Cambodia and Vietnam dealing with serious flooding, for comfort for those who have lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods, and generous support from other nations in assisting them; protection of protesters in Nigeria, Thailand and Hong Kong, and sound national political leadership; wisdom for world leaders and health officials in their response to surging Covid-19 case numbers in many nations; the people of the USA as they vote, for a fair election; peace in Syria, Afghanistan, Belarus; for the ceasefire between Armenian and Azerbaijan to hold.

Melbourne in Lockdown
Wisdom for our Premier Dan Andrews and CHO Brett Sutton; strength, energy and protection for health care workers; protection of the health of children and teachers returned to school, and quick settling into routine; for VCE students approaching exams; for those still unable to be in contact with family and friends; provision of work for those now without employment; care of the aged, vulnerable and homeless.

The Anglican Communion
Pray for the Church of the Province of West Africa (Abp Jonathan Bau-Bau Bonaparte Hart)

The Australian Anglican Church
Ministry with the Torres Strait Islander people of Australia (Torres Strait Islander Clergy & People)

The Diocese of Melbourne
Archdeaconry of Stonnington (Howard Langmead); Royal School of Church Music (Roslyn Carolane, Chair); St James’ Pakenham (Matt Scheffer, Kathleen Mildred)

Those in Sickness or Need
Joan Woodhouse, Simon, Beryl Coombe, Robyn & David Forbes, Judy Clift, Andrew, Lucilia & Carlota Soares, Janet Marsden, Pam Sullivan, Patsy King, Martin Devine, John, Mark Rostoks, Henri-Felix Vinson, Sum Vita, Maria Vonn, Brian, Rose, Kathleen & Samuel Hodgson, Nancy Paterson, Paul Jeya Sorga Kumar, David Ormerod, Helen, Graeme Giles, Murray Seiffert, Jennie Carolane-Balks, Helena Pope, Dorothy Willshire, Farah Le Dupont, Christopher Carolane.

Year’s Minds
2          All Souls’ Day
            Leonard Leslie Wenzel (Canon) 1956
            Leslie James (Jim) Darby (Congregation) 2010
4          Albert Edward Keep (Lay Canon, Treasurer) 1940
            Richard Grice (Benefactor) 1882
            Charlotte Flanagan Zartman (Music Benefactor) 2012
5          Esther King (Congregation) 1980
6          Littleton Ernest Groom, Knt, (Lay Canon) 1936
7          Elizabeth Margaret Anne Beet (Benefactor) 1990

Cathedral Shop

Be ready for Christmas!

With delays being experienced in our postal system it’s a good time to start planning so that Christmas cards and gifts make it to your loved ones on time. The Cathedral online shop has Christmas cards, decorations, nativities and lots of great gifts which you can find here https://cathedralshopmelbourne.com/collections/christmas

And remember you are also welcome to shop by phone or email. Call 96534311 and leave a message or giftshop@stpaulscathedral.org.au

Click here to start browsing our online shop!

Keeping in Touch

If you are having trouble accessing our Services, Zoom Gatherings or any other information, please do get in touch with us.

Phone 9653 4220 or Email welcome@stpaulscathedral.org.au

We will make sure your messages are passed on to the appropriate person