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January 2012

"In the footsteps of St Thomas"
St John‘s Cathedral Pilgrimage to India
21st – 28th JANUARY 2012 (During Chinese New Year Holidays)
The Pilgrimage will cover all the important churches founded by St Thomas, the Apostle of India and also his place of Martyrdom at Chennai. As these churches are mainly situated in the heartland of Kerala, the pilgrims will have the opportunity to enjoy the picturesque surroundings of the land better known as "God‘s Own Country". We will also be meeting various church leaders to get an overview of the contribution of the churches in India and to understand the development of Christianity in India. The Cathedral Clergy will lead the group.
REGISTRATION ON FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS (Deadline: 30th June 2011) Contact: George Thomas at email basuvi@netvigator.com or Mobile No: 9108 8053

“Christians in Central” - Tuesday Luncheon
10th January 2011
1.00pm Li Hall

Mr Surinder Punjya of Nesbitt Centre, Hong Kong, will be speaking to us on “Stations of the Cross”.

Surinder was born and bred in the UK. After completing undergraduate studies in Philosophy and Classics at Warwick University and a postgraduate programme in Religious Studies (MA) at Lancaster University, he taught for three years in the Classics department at Warwick.

He then moved to the Orkney Islands, an archipelago in northern Scotland, where he had the privilege to work with the Christian poet George Mackay Brown ― and this experience is the topic of his talk.

Sandwiches and soup will be served at $60 during the talk. Tickets are now available in the Cathedral Bookstore or you can also make reservation through email or call the Cathedral office at 25234157 .

December 2011

ST JOHN 'S & DAUGHTER CHURCHES
CHRISTMAS SERVICES PROGRAMME - Please click here

18th December ADVENT 4
6.00pm Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols

“Christians in Central” Tuesday Luncheon
13th December 2011 1.00pm Li Hall
WHAT IS THE ANGLICAN ALLIANCE? Come and find out.
Many people ask the question: What is our church doing in times of crises and disasters around the world? In fact, a great deal is done without media attention. The church gets on with what it is called to do, which is to be a serving and healing force for good in the world.
The Anglican Alliance is grounded in and shaped by our understanding of God’s integral and holistic mission as defined by the Anglican Communion’s Five Marks of Mission. We believe that we should be proclaiming the Good News of the Kingdom not only by word, but also through our response to human need with loving service; by seeking to transform unjust structures of society; and by striving to safeguard the integrity of creation while sustaining and renewing the life of planet Earth.
The Anglican Alliance is the ‘Relief Development and Advocacy Department’ of our Communion of Churches.

4th December ADVENT 2
6.00pm World Aids Day Service

St Stephen's Chapel, Stanley Christmas Fete
Saturday 3rd December 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

Christmas Fete. The event of the year! 11.00am-4.00pm on the School Playing Field, with stalls, games, bouncy castles, food, drink, entertainment, pipe bands, Chinese lion dance, and of course Santa. Plenty of room for children to run around all day long. All funds raised go to the charities we support.

November 2011

Advent Carol Service

The Advent Carol Service will be held on 27th November (1st Sunday of Advent) at 6.00 pm. The Cathedral Choir will sing are “Nun Komm, der Heiden Heiland” by Johann Sebastian Bach, “O thou the central orb” by Charles Wood, “Vigilate” by William Byrd, “This is the record of John” and “Benedictus” both by Orlando Gibbons.

24th November 12.30 pm American Thanksgiving Service

An Ecumenical and Interfaith Service with contributions from representatives of various religions and Christian churches and the American Consul-General reading the Presidential Proclamation.

After the Service there will be refreshments supplied by the Conrad Hotel.

The Way of Faith
Emmaus Course
7th November 2011 to 26th March 2012

The course encourages a journey of faith that is life-changing, enduring, and supports the individual, as well as the community of believers.

The course progresses through three stages and consists of three distinct parts over 15 weeks

Stage A: What Christians believe
Six sessions – 7th Nov to 12th Dec

Stage B: How Christians grow
Four sessions – 30th Jan to 20th Feb

Stage C: Living the Christian Life
Five sessions – 27th Feb to 26th Mar

If you’d like to join the course starting on 7th November, simply send an email with your contact details to dean@stjohnscathedral.org.hk

June 2011

Jazz Vespers on Sunday 5th June at 6:00pm
Jazz Vespers features the Dixie Katz Band playing traditional jazz versions of well-known spirituals and gospel songs. Be here for this joyful jazz service.

May 2011

AWARENESS COURSE – THE DIVERSITY CODE
Mondays in the David Kwok Room, May 9th – July 4th starting with supper at 7.00pm sessions begin at 7.40pm and end at 9.15pm
We live in an increasingly diverse world, and both in Hong Kong and in other cities and countries we are likely to live and work among people from different cultures and religions. Sometimes this sets up tensions that we don't know how to handle. The Diversity Code helps Christians to think through living with diversity, exploring examples from the bible.
It's run by the Revd Will Newman and the Revd Canon David Pickering. Email dean@stjohnscathedral.org.hk to register.

Christians in Central on 3rd May 2011 at 1:00p.m.
The Revd Professor John Kater, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor and formerly Director of the Centre of Anglican Studies, Church Divinity School of the Pacific, Berkeley, CA USA, will be speaking to us next Tuesday, 3 May 2011.  The topic is :  Theological Education In Future”.

April 2011

Christians in Central on 12th April 2011 at 1:00p.m.
The next Christians in Central Tuesday Luncheon gathering is held on 12th April 2011 (Tuesday) at 1.00pm at Li Hall.  The topic is ‘Our journey in Holy Week’.  Father Desmond Cox and Father David Pickering will share their  experience and give us their insight toward Holy Week Liturgy. 

Lunch will be simple this month, which is free (Donation is welcome).  Please call the Cathedral Office at 25234157 or email to reception@stjohnscathedral.org.hk for reservation.

March 2011

Christian Nurture Programme (Chinese) - I believe
Fridays (start from 25th March, 2011) 7:30pm-9:30pm

For enquiry and Registration, please contact Ms. Elisa Cheuk of the Cathedral Office 2523 4157.

GENESIS - The Christian Faith, explored, discussed and studied
The next Genesis course will commence on Wednesday, 23rd March 2011. Each Wednesdays 7:00pm to 9:15pm from March to June will be take place in the Harold Smyth Room of St. John's Cathedral.

Michaelmas Fair 2011 - Walkathon
Date & Time: Sunday, 13th March at 11.15 am starting with ribbon-cutting by Mrs Christine Chan at the Cathedral west door

Route: from the Cathedral to the Peak via Albert Road and Old Peak Road

As this is an important fund raiser in the Annual Michaelmas Fair, please sign up as individuals or teams to make the ascent together. Sponsorship forms can be collected from the Cathedral Office or outside the Cathedral after services in the coming weeks. The Fair‘s Committee members have already formed a team and they need sponsors too. Non-walkers can be sponsors. A pledge of $100.00 is tax deductable but adding a zero or two will be most welcome!

A simple lunch has been arranged after the Walk for everyone‘s enjoyment. Tickets at $20 for walkers and $50 for non-walkers are available at the Cathedral Office.

Lent Lunches at ‘The Li’
Every Friday from 11th March until 25th March
12.15pm Stations of the Cross at Cathedral followed by simple Lent Lunch at 1.00pm. A simple lunch with tea and Coffee in the Li Hall, cost of lunch by donation. All proceeds will go to St John’s ministries.

9th March ASH WEDNESDAY

PRE-LENT RETREAT
Saturday 5th March at Tao Fong Shan Christian Centre
Leaders: The Revd’s Will Newman & Mark Rogers

The day is for all members of St John’s Cathedral and the Daughter Churches.
Leaving by coach/minibus from the cathedral at 9.15am and returning by 4.30.pm. Travel direction are available for this travelling by private car.
If you wish to join us please email reception@stjohnscathedral.org.hk

Christians in Central on 1st March 2011 at 1:00p.m.
Dr. Thomas In-Sing Leung (梁燕城博士), President and Founder of Culture Regeneration Research Society will be going to speak to us in our Christian in Central – Tuesday Luncheon on 1st March 2011 at 1:00p.m. in the Li Hall of St John’s Cathedral.  Lunch tickets at $120 each, are available in the Cathedral Bookstore, or reservation can be made by emailing to :  reception@stjohnscathedral.org.hk, or call Connie Lee of the Cathedral office at 25234157.
Topic :  Culture Trauma and the Way of Healing – A Christian’s View of Contemporary China.

February 2011

A Sunday School Workshop
‘Encouragement for Leaders’
When: Saturday 26 February from 10:30-12:30
Where: David Kwok Room, St John’s Cathedral

The aim of this special workshop is to develop mutual support across our group of parishes for anyone involved in Sunday school teaching.

Led by Fr Nigel Gibson and Fr Mark Rogers, the workshop will also develop new learning skills and explore new syllabuses that will enhance the quality of children’s ministry. Another goal is to develop a ‘leader’s network’ that will enable an exchange of resources, skills, experiences and challenges.

The worship is open to anyone involved in children’s ministry but especially Sunday School leaders at St John’s, St Stephen’s, Emmanuel, and Discovery Bay Church.

For registration simply send an email to dean@stjohnscathedral.org.hk with the subject ‘Sunday School Workshop’ stating your name, address and phone number before Friday 25 th February. Lunch is included.

Lunar New Year Holiday Service Time

January 2011

OCTOBER 2-12, 2011
A Spiritual Pilgrimage/Study Tour based at St George's Anglican Cathedral, Jerusalem
Morning & Evening Prayers, Eucharists, background notes, expert guides, and guest speakers on contemporary issues St John's Cathedral Hong Kong & Daughter Churches.
Detail and application form download, please click here.
Deadline for receipt of deposits - 30th January 2011

1st January- New Year's Day (The Naming & Circumcision of Jesus)
9:00am - Sung Eucharist (in Pilipino)
11:00am - Holy Eucharist
6:00pm - Holy Eucharist (in Cantonese)

December 2010

31st December - New Year's Eve
11.00pm - Watchnight Service (Sung Eucharist)

Said Eucharist (John, Apostle & Evangelist)
Monday 27th December, 9:00am (Public Holiday)

ST JOHN 'S & DAUGHTER CHURCHES
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SERVICES PROGRAMME - please click here

November 2010

Advent Carol Service
The Advent Carol Service will be held on 28th November (1st Sunday of Advent) at 6.00 pm. The Cathedral Choir will sing several anthems.All are welcome to join and make this traditional service a good start to the season of Advent.

American Thanksgiving Day Service
Thursday 25th November, 12 noon

Holy Baptism and Confirmation
An Initiation service with Baptism and Confirmation will be held on Sunday 21st November at 11:45am. Archbishop Paul Kwong will lead the Service and will confirm candidates who have been preparing through the Cantonese "I Believe" Confirmation Course or the Genesis Course. All are welcome at the Service as we celebrate the faith of those being baptised and/or confirmed. Please pray for them.

The Parish Walk for HDH 2010 on Sunday, 14th November
This is an opportunity for members of all the congregations of St John‘s to enjoy fellowship together and share each other‘s worship. It is also the main fundraising event for Helpers for Domestic Helpers (HDH), an outreach program of St John‘s Cathedral. By obtaining sponsorship for the walk you can support the work of HDH.

HDH assists domestic helpers who have been victims of abuse and exploitation or are in legal difficulties. Information and sponsorship forms are available at the back of the church or download from here.

Please support us generously and if you walk with us we can guarantee you will have a great time!

For enquiries, please contact HDH Tel: 2523 4020 Email: hdh@stjohnscathedral.org.hk

October 2010

Second Provincial Sports and Games Day
The Second Provincial Sports and Games Day of the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui will be held on 16th October 2010 (Saturday, Chung Yeung Festival Holiday) at St Stephen‘s College in Stanley, Hong Kong. It is hoped that by the various group rallies, sports and inter-church games, members of the congregation may relax and stretch on one hand while strengthen the fellowship among the parishes, mission churches and different provincial bodies on the other, so to witness the unity of the Church. The preparation work of the event is in progress. Promotion and registration materials will be delivered later. All members of the church congregation are invited to participate on the day and to offer your prayer support.
For enquiry, please contact William Chan at billinhk@hotmail.com or George Jiao at jiaogeorge@gmail.com.

A TURNING PATH
PILGRIMAGE TO HISTORICAL CHINESE CHRISTIAN SITES OCTOBER 9-16, 2010
With Morning & Evening Prayers, Eucharists, and background lectures and readings on the early Church of the East, Tang Dynasty Religions and the Silk Road, Matteo Ricci and the Jesuit Mission, Robert Morrison and the Protestant Mission, Christianity as a Chinese Religion, the Chinese Martyrs, and the Chinese Church since 1984. The Revd Anthony Hutchinson, Ph.D. as Retreat Leader.
Please click here for more detail

Please send a cheque to the value of HK$2,500 as a non-refundable deposit with application form. (Cheques made payable to ‘St John’s Cathedral’.) Signed For further details please contact the Revd Will Newman newman@stjohnscathedral.org.hk
Deadline: Wednesday 23rd June 2010

September 2010

Christians in Central on 7th September 2010 at 1:00p.m.
After a short break in Summer, the Christians in Central - Tuesday Luncheon will resume back on 7th September, at 1:00p.m. in the Li Hall of St John's Cathedral. The Revd Desmond Cox and Miss Elijah Fung will talk to us on "The AIDS epidemic and challenges".  Tickets at $120 each are now available in the Cathedral Bookstore, or call Connie Lee at 25234157 for reservation.

GENESIS - The Christian Faith, explored, discussed and studied
The next Genesis course will commence on Monday, 20th September 2010. Each Mondays 7:00pm to 9:15pm from September to November will be take place in the Li Hall of St. John's Cathedral.

Christian Nurture Programme (Chinese) - I believe
Fridays (start from 17th September, 2010) 7:30pm-9:30pm

For enquiry and Registration, please contact Ms. Elisa Cheuk of the Cathedral Office 2523 4157.

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