The Latest Cathedral News

In Memoriam: The Rev. Timmothy J. Holt

May 10, 2022

It is with sadness that we must inform the St. James community that Timm Holt has died unexpectedly. A longtime parishioner and former Senior Warden at the cathedral, and more recently a Vocational Deacon serving at St. Martin's, Chicago, Timm’s relational touch reached many in our community and beyond, and so we join with his family and friends in mourning his passing. We are an Easter people, and even in the sadness of this news, we recall Jesus’ assurance of eternal life for Timm, and all who are joined to Christ in his death and in his resurrection.

All are invited to celebrate Timm's life this Saturday, May 14, at 11 a.m. followed by a festive reception in Kyle's Place.
 
For those who can not attend in person, the service will be live-streamed on the St. James Streaming Page.
Author: Jocelyn Colao

Christ at Work Reflection: The Rev. Anna Broadbent

May 03, 2022

In February while undergoing training as an army chaplain, I had the pleasure of meeting 2nd Lieutenant Jason Poole. Jason is an ROTC Cadet in the battalion I serve in the US Army Reserve and a senior at University of Illinois Chicago. Jason and I have more in common than sharing the same uniform: we both love Summer in the City (SITC). Quickly after meeting I learned that Jason, and his younger sister and brother, were SITC campers from 2008-2011. He shared stories of the bus rides from his home on the Southside of Chicago to St. James Cathedral filled with anticipation, participating in performing arts and choir, and, a highlight for him, touring the United Center! Jason recounted the kindness of the camp counselors and volunteers that he met at St. James Cathedral. He is extremely grateful for his experiences with SITC, not only for him but for his whole family. He described how hard his mother worked and how grateful she was to have a safe and fun place to send her children during the summer.
 
Summer in the City changes lives, not only of the campers who participate, but of everyone involved, volunteers and staff included. I asked Jason if he would like to share anything with those who may be interested in supporting Summer in the City (financially or with their time and talent!) and he said, “One thing I would share is that Summer in the City is a great opportunity for kids around Chicago to learn about cultural differences in the diverse environment while sharing the same recreational experiences. You’ll meet friends that you’ll never forget, and you will have opportunities that are off-limits to the average person! It’s like an everyday field trip.”
 
Registration for Summer in the City is now open for youth ages 8-13. SITC is also hiring Junior Counselors (youth ages 14-17) as well as a Camp Manager and Camp Counselors. If you are interested in supporting SITC visit our website for more information about volunteering and donating. Contact the Rev. Anna Broadbent, Associate for Outreach for more information or questions.
Author: The Rev. Anna Broadbent

Cathedral Prayer List for the Week of April 24

April 20, 2022

Submit a prayer request.

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

FOR THOSE COMMENDED TO THE PRAYER OF THE CATHEDRAL COMMUNITY: Lynda, Jessica, Cathy, Drew, Michael, Mike, Mac, Rob, Karen, Loya, Lois, Bert, Aiman, Chuck, Ruth, Rosie, Ted, Henry, Richard, Vanessa, Dennis, Ellen, Barbara, Matthew, Alex, Scott, Jon, Christine, Derek, Maria, Donna, Janeen, Heather, Alice, Gloria, Emily, Nicole, Ena, Mary, Susan, Ivy, Dayna, David, Odubiyi, Kevin

FOR ALL THOSE WHO DIED BY GUN VIOLENCE IN CHICAGO IN THE PAST WEEK INCLUDING: Carl, Norma, Nicholas, Juan, John, and Kenneth

DIOCESAN CYCLE OF PRAYER: Congregations in the Evanston Deanery: Canterbury House at Northwestern University; St. Andrew Pentecost in Evanston; St. Luke in Evanston; St. Mark in Evanston; St. Matthew in Evanston; Companion Dioceses of SE Mexico and Renk: San Francisco de Asís in Tuxtepec; Panomsit Sub-Parish

Author: The Very Rev. Lisa Hackney-James
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