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Cathedral
Clergy and Staff |
| The Very Reverend Zachary Fleetwood, Dean |
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dean@americancathedral.org |
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| The Reverend Jonathan Huyck, Canon Pastor |
| 01 53 23 84 03 |
canon@americancathedral.org |
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| The Reverend Joanne Coyle Dauphin, Deacon |
| 01 48 74 64 40 |
j.dauphin2@noos.fr |
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| Edward Tipton, Canon Precentor, Organist &
Choirmaster |
| 01 53 23 84 05 |
music@americancathedral.org |
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| Christopher Houlihan, Assistant Musician |
| 01 53 23 83 91 |
music2@americancathedral.org |
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| Margaret Harrison, Communications Manager |
| 01 53 23 84 08 |
communications@americancathedral.org |
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| Charlotte Danelian, Assistant to the Dean |
| 01 53 23 84 09 |
office@americancathedral.org |
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| Karyn Ekblat-O’Neill, Financial Assistant |
| 01 53 23 83 92 |
accounts@americancathedral.org |
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| Dennis Mana-Ay, Sexton and Verger |
| 06 62 27 93 02 |
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Acolytes
Acolytes assist the clergy in the leadership of worship at the weekly
11:00 Eucharist, on feast days, and at other special services. Anyone
over the age of 8 is welcome; both adults and youth are invited
to serve at the altar. The only requirement is a willingness to
learn and to be available on Sundays and special occasions. Training
and practice sessions are conducted several times during the year.
Acolyte schedules are mailed in advance and also posted in the sacristy.
Contact: Matthew Leum, 01 56 24 37 09, matthewleum@hotmail.com
Adult Education
The Education Committee, the clergy, the St. Anne's Guild, and the
Junior Guild all offer many opportunities throughout the year for
adults to gather for learning, dialogue, and discussion in a variety
of settings. The Sunday Forum is a venue for hearing presentations
on a wide range of subjects, from the liturgy to art to religious
history. Forum speakers frequently serve as catalysts for lively
and provocative discussion and questions. The Sunday Forum series
meets from 9:45 to 10:45 am on most Sundays during the school year.
The Lenten series combine a talk and discussion with a simple soup
meal. On Thursdays during the school year, 10:00-12:30 pm, Ginger
Strickland, seminary graduate, leads a bible study class. Tuesday
evenings an independent Bible study series meets with Bill Tompson,
7.30 – 9.00pm in the library. Contact: Anne Swardson, 01 44
18 09 51, swardson@gmail.com
Alcoholics Anonymous
AA groups meet in the crypt of the Cathedral each weekday from noon
to 1:00 or 1:30 pm, depending on the day. All are welcome.
Altar Guild
The Altar Guild's quiet, servant ministry exists to insure that
our worship space and our liturgies are appropriate. They see to
it that the altar linens are spotless, the silver shining, and the
candles in good order. They lay out the sacred vessels for the service
and care for the Sacristy. The Altar Guild works directly with the
Dean and other cathedral clergy, and members of the Guild are appointed
by Dean. The members are communicants of the parish and are on duty
about once a month. Many Altar Guild members find the work spiritually
enriching in profound ways.
Contact: Harriet Rivière, 01 47 23 70 68, bob.riviere@wanadoo.fr
or Dennis Grove, 06 64 90 50 44, dgrove@imode.fr
American Cathedral Foundation
The American Cathedral Foundation is the Cathedral's legal entity
in the United States. The Foundation manages the Cathedral's endowment.
Contact: Nancy Treuhold, NancyTreuhold@aol.com
Annual Pledge
Pledging is a basic responsibility of all members of the Cathedral
parish. In order that the vestry can shape a realistic budget each
year, an appeal letter is sent out in early autumn asking that each
member or family pledge (that is, promise) to contribute some stated
amount to the Cathedral in the upcoming year. A pledge can be made
at any time, and may be paid (in full or in parts) anytime before
the end of the year for which it has been made. The Stewardship
Committee's Annual Appeal Sub-Committee organizes the annual pledge
appeal.
Contact: Jill Cameron, 01 40 50 74 11, jillnchris@hotmail.com or
Haywood Blakemore, hblakemore@whitecase.com
Archives
Our historic Cathedral possesses records dating to before the dedication
of the building in 1886. The Archives Committee is charged with
the task of organizing and safeguarding the archives for posterity
within easy access. Contact: Nancy Webster, 01 45 25 27 09, npwmozart@aol.com
Art Show
Les Arts George V, the Cathedral’s arts association, presents
an annual exhibition of original art by parishioners and others,
usually in the spring. Don Johnson, johnson984@aol.com, 01 42 17
04 16
Baptism
Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which the Christian community welcomes
new members into the Household of God. Infants, children, and adults
are baptized during services on specific Sundays of the year and
at the Easter Vigil. Baptisms are scheduled on the following Sundays:
The First Sunday after the Epiphany (early January), the Easter
Vigil (evening of Easter Eve), the Second Sunday of Easter (first
Sunday after Easter Sunday), Pentecost Sunday, All Saints Sunday.
Private baptisms are generally not permitted except in unique pastoral
circumstances. On the day before public baptism, parents and godparents
(sponsors) are expected to participate in a two-hour Baptism preparation
led by Cathedral clergy. Parents seeking Baptism for their children
must ordinarily be pledging members of the Cathedral who are actively
committed to supporting the ministry of the Cathedral, worshipping
regularly, and participating as deeply as possible in the life of
the Cathedral. Contact: To discuss baptism further, please speak
with a member of the clergy staff. To schedule a baptism, contact
Margaret Harrison, 01 53 23 84 08, communications@americancathedral.org
Bible Study
The Education Committee and the clergy of the Cathedral provide
opportunities for Bible study and theological retreats and reflection
at various times throughout the year. Anyone interested in Bible
study opportunities is encouraged to speak with the clergy or contact
the Education Committee. On Thursdays during the school year, 10:00
am-12:30 in the library, Ginger Strickland leads courses from the
Kerygma study series. An evening series, led by William Tompson,
meets most Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:00 pm, in the library. Contact:
the Canon Pastor Jonathan Huyck, 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org;
Anne Swardson, 01 44 18 09 51, aswardson@compuserve.com
Budget
Each year the Cathedral Treasurer, in close collaboration with the
Dean and the Finance Committee, prepares a budget for approval by
the vestry to guide spending. In the fall the chairs of the various
organizations within the Cathedral are asked to submit requests
for the following year. The Cathedral Vestry normally approves the
budget for the coming year by the end of December.
Contacts: Rhoderic Bannatyne, 01 45 20 75 70, rbannatyne@aol.com
or Sophie Belouet 01 43 50 45 16, sophie.belouet@oecd.org.
Chalice Bearers see Communion Ministers
Child Care Excellent and loving child care for infants and toddlers
is available in the nursery on Sundays from 9:30 am until the end
of the 11 am service, about 12:30 pm. The nursery is available every
Sunday for children below the age of 3, supervised by experienced
adult babysitters. Located to the left of the library on the second
floor. Contact: Kristen Ketron, 01 44 40 21 26, ketronklk@aol.com;
Elizabeth Osborne, 01 45 00 28 17, elizabeth.osborne@wanadoo.fr
Children’s Sunday School
During the school term, Sunday school classes for children aged
3 to 11+ begin at 10:45 on Sunday mornings (no Sunday School during
school vacations but a children’s chapel is provided for the
first half of the service). The younger classes (3- to 6-year-olds)
stay in Sunday School for the complete service and parents should
pick them up directly following the end of the service – there
is no Sunday School during the coffee hour. For the 7- to 8-year-old
class and older, the children rejoin their parents in church at
the offertory. The classes are taught by volunteers from the congregation,
two or more adults per class in rotation, and follow a curriculum
authorized by the Episcopal Church. Children may join the classes
at any time during the year. (Also see Journey to Adulthood for
young people aged 11-13)
Contacts: Kristen Ketron, 01 44 40 21 26, ketronklk@aol.com;
Elizabeth Osborne, 01 45 00 28 17, elizabeth.osborne@wanadoo.fr
Children’s Choir
The Trinitas Choir is for children 7-13 years old (for ages 14-18,
see Youth Choir). Rehearsals are Wednesday evening, 5:00-6:00 pm.
Choristers learn about music from many traditions, and get the chance
to perform regularly in the Cathedral and around Paris. In addition
to church appearances and rehearsals, choristers receive the opportunity
to make other extracurricular excursions, including concert trips
and other musical field trips. No experience is necessary, just
a smile and a desire to make music. Snacks are provided. Contacts:
Christopher Houlihan, 01 53 23 83 91, music2@americancathedral.org;
Edward Tipton, 01 53 23 84 00, music@americancathedral.org.
Choirs
The Cathedral Choir provides music for the Sunday 11:00 am service,
feasts, and concerts. The ability to sight read, experience, and
commitment are necessary; admission is by audition. Rehearsals are
Thursday evenings, 7:00 – 9:00 pm. The Evensong Choir sings
the Office of Solemn Evensong on selected Sunday afternoons. Admission
to the Evensong Choir is by audition from the Cathedral Choir. Contact:
Edward Tipton, 01 53 23 84 00, music@americancathedral.org; Christopher
Houlihan, music2@americancathedral.org
Clergy
The clergy of the Cathedral are available by appointment for confidential
pastoral conversations, pastoral care or spiritual guidance. The
clergy wish to be notified in case of illness, death, or other serious
pastoral concerns in the life of the Cathedral community. Please
call the Dean, 01 53 23 84 02, or the Canon Pastor, 01 53 23 84
03, directly or contact Charlotte Danelian, 01 53 23 84 09, who
will be happy to assist in setting up an appointment. In case of
pastoral emergency, please call the Cathedral switchboard at 01
53 23 84 00. A member of the clergy staff is usually on call for
pastoral emergencies.
Communications
The Communications Committee of the Cathedral advises and supports
the Dean and staff on design, content, and technology issues related
to Cathedral publications and web and other electronic communications.
Contacts: Elizabeth Hecht (committee chair), 01 45 55 71 87, ehecht@noos.fr;
Margaret Harrison (communications manager), 01 53 23 84 08, communications@americancathedral.org
Communion Ministers
Ministers of Communion are appointed by the Dean and licensed by
the Bishop to assist the clergy in the distribution of the elements
at Eucharist (Holy Communion). Contact: the Dean, 01 53 23 84 02,
dean@americancathedral.org; Jeanne Fellowes, jeanne.11@wanadoo.fr
or 01 45 48 71 86.
Confirmation
Confirmation is the sacrament by which young people (12 years old
and older) can confirm, in the presence of the Bishop, the commitment
made to the church on their behalf at their baptism. The clergy
and lay catechists prepare them for this commitment in an annual
course of study and discussion that meets in the weeks before the
Annual Visitation of the Bishop, usually in the spring. Contact:
Canon Pastor Jonathan Huyck, 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org
Conversation Group
This friendly group of people of a wide range of nationalities meets
every Thursday afternoon for informal conversation. From 3:00-4:00
pm in French, and 4:00-5:00 pm in English. Margaret Harrison, 01
53 23 84 08, communications@americancathedral.org
Convocation of American Churches in Europe
The convocation of American Churches in Europe comprises 11 parishes
and a number of missions throughout Europe. The Convocation is under
the jurisdiction of the Episcopal Church in the United States of
America and is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The Convocation
is organized much like any diocese in the Episcopal Church, which
delegates the day-to-day authority and oversight of the Convocation
to the Bishop in Charge. Our Cathedral serves as the ecclesiastical
and ceremonial seat for both the Presiding Bishop and the Bishop
in Charge. The Convocation Office is located at the Cathedral. Contact:
Victoria Millet, Bishop’s Secretary, 01 53 23 84 04, office@tec-europe.org
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center at the American Cathedral offers confidential
help for adults, teens, children, couples and families. The center
is staffed by qualified, experienced therapists, several of whom
counsel in French. The center holds a Drop-in Clinic the first and
third Thursday of each month between 11 am and 1 pm. For more information
call: 01 47 23 61 13.
Development
The Development Committee works to further the institutional development
of the Cathedral community in a variety of ways. While the focus
of the committee is fund-raising, the committee views development
as much broader than fund-raising, and its members are concerned
with helping parishioners to become involved, engaged, and committed
to sustaining the long-term health of the parish. The Development
Committee launched a Planned Giving ministry in 2005. In general,
the committee provides advice and support for the Dean, Wardens,
and Vestry in seeking grants and other means of support for the
Cathedral.
Contact: Dean Fleetwood, 01 53 23 84 09, dean@americancathedral.org
Docents
The docents conduct tours of the Cathedral, in English and French,
after the 11:00 service on Sundays and on request. Their presentations
touch on the history, art, architecture, and spiritual significance
of the Cathedral building and the parish.
Contact: Dennis Grove, 06 64 90 50 44, dgrove@imode.fr
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee assists the treasurer in establishing the
budget and setting up processes and procedures to ensure the good
management of Cathedral financial resources.
Contact: Sophie Belouet, sophie.belouet@oecd.org, 01 43 50 45 16.
Fine Arts and Acquisitions
This committee focuses on the stewardship and display of the Cathedral's
fine arts collection. All bequests and gifts to the Cathedral of
fine arts and furnishings must be approved by the committee to insure
that all gifts complement the aesthetic and historical integrity
of the Cathedral's spaces. Contact: Frances Bommart, 01 45 48 58
08, frances.bommart@wanadoo.fr
Flower Guild
The flower guild purchases and arranges the flowers that adorn the
altar and nave for Sunday services, weddings and funerals. Donations
to help cover costs are welcome; flower dedications appear in the
service bulletins. The sign-up sheet for flower donations can be
found on the bulletin board outside the parish hall. The Flower
Guild welcomes new members who can make the commitment of time and
talent on a scheduled basis.
Contact: Matthew Leum, 01 56 24 37 09, matthewleum@hotmail.com;
Margaret Harrison, 01 53 23 84 08, communications@americancathedral.org
Friends of the American Cathedral
The Friends of the American Cathedral is an important extension
of our Cathedral family. The Friends include former parishioners,
friends or relatives of parishioners, visitors or anyone who wishes
to support financially the mission and programs of the Cathedral
and the preservation of the Cathedral's architectural heritage and
presence in Paris. Relationships with the Friends are nurtured by
regular opportunities to meet with the Dean and other Cathedral
leaders in the United States and when visiting Paris. Contact: Annie
Huyck, friends@americancathedral.org, Charlotte Danelian, 01 53
23 84 09, office@americancathedral.org; or the Dean, 01 53 23 84
02 dean@americancathedral.org
Front Desk Volunteers
Front desk volunteers assist the staff of the Cathedral in greeting
the public by telephone and in person and by providing information
to Cathedral visitors on a wide range of subjects. They serve on
four-hour shifts Mondays through Fridays. Volunteering is a great
way to learn about the Cathedral and its activities, to meet other
members and visitors, and to be a real help to people. The primary
goal of the Front Desk Volunteers is to provide a warm welcome and
gracious hospitality to all who enter the Cathedral during the week.
Contact: the Canon Pastor, Jonathan Huyck, 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org;
Margaret Harrison, 01 53 23 84 08, communications@americancathedral.org
Garden Guild
The Garden Guild ensures the year-round maintenance and beauty of
the Deans' Garden in the Cloister for visitors to our Cathedral
and for the congregation, who enjoy the beauty of the garden during
summer Sunday coffees and occasional parties.
Contact: Susan McCabe, 01 45 51 51 55, susan@themccabe.com
Journey to Adulthood
In January 2007 the Cathedral began the first phase of the Journey
to Adulthood program – called Rite 13 – for youth in
6th, 7th, and 8th grades (6ème, 5ème, et 4ème).
The class meets every Sunday (except during school vacations) in
the library from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. Lunch is provided. Contact: The
Rev. Jonathan Huyck, 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org
Junior Guild
A social service and fellowship organization for women, the Guild
makes contributions to charities, individuals in need, and to the
Cathedral. The Guild holds monthly luncheons as well as fundraising
events such as the Christmas Fair and the spring book sale.
Contact: Harriet Rivière, 01 47 23 70 68, bob.rivière@wanadoo.fr
Lambda Group
The Lambda Group, a theological reflection and fellowship group
for gays, lesbians, their families and friends, meets the third
Sunday of the month, following Evensong.
Contact: Jean-Marc, 01 40 65 02 27, tenibor@yahoo.fr
Lectors
Sunday lectors read the lessons appointed from Holy Scripture and
lead the prayers of the people and intercessions for Sunday services.
Contact: Charles Trueheart, 06 66 64 14 35, charlestrueheart@yahoo.com
Les Arts George V
This not-for-profit association develops and administers the Cathedral’s
non-liturgical music and other performance programs and sponsors
art shows and fundraising events. Contributions to LAGV finance
projects for the benefit of the Cathedral music program.
Contact: Don Johnson, 01 42 17 04 16, johnson984@aol.com
Love in a Box
This is a Mission and Outreach Committee project in which volunteers
wrap and pack gift boxes to be given to underprivileged children
in Paris, Strasbourg and Bulgaria at Christmas. In 2004, Love in
a Box delivered 1370 boxes. The Cathedral is at the center of the
organization of schools, scout troops, companies and individuals
who want to help make a difference in the lives of these children.
Contacts: Jill Cameron 01 40 50 74 11, jillnchris@hotmail.com;
Francie Seder, 01 47 54 95 29, frp@noos.fr; Elizabeth Osborne 01
45 00 28 17, elizabethinparis@gmail.com.
Mission and Outreach
The Mission and Outreach (M&O) Committee offers parishioners
the opportunity to respond personally to Jesus Christ’s command
to care for those in need through hands-on service and/or material
and financial resources. The committee is authorized by the vestry
to allocate 10% (the biblical tithe) of the Cathedral’s previous
year’s plate and pledge income to provide grants in support
of a wide range of programs and ministries in Paris, throughout
France, Europe and the world. Contact: Nathaniel Harrison, 01 45
75 72 56, harrysson@aol.com; Neil Janin, 01 45 66 08 87; neil_janin@mckinsey.com
or the Dean, 01 53 23 84 02, dean@americancathedral.org
Mission Lunch Program
Volunteers prepare and host hot, sit-down lunches every Friday for
60 to 80 guests seeking a balanced meal and acceptance in the warmth
and safety of the Cathedral's hospitality.
Contacts: Patti Lecron, pb.lecron@orange.fr, 01 39 66 03 34.
Canon Pastor Jonathan Huyck 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org
Montessori School
Two classes of the Bilingual Montessori School of Paris meet during
the school year at the Cathedral. Contact: Susan Banon, 01 45 55
13 27, info@montessori-paris.com
Music
See Choir, Children’s Choir, Youth Choir, Les Arts George
V, Paris Choral Society
Newcomers
Members of the Welcome Committee welcome newcomers before services
and at coffee hour. The committee also holds parties and special
events for newcomers. Contacts, co-chairs: Jennifer Dalrymple 01
47 57 70 02, jadalrymple@gmail.com; Annie Huyck, anniefd@aol.com
Nominating Committee
This committee works closely with the Dean in identifying and recruiting
parishioners to serve in a variety of leadership positions and committees
that help to carry out the day-to-day ministry of the Cathedral.
The Committee advises the Dean on his recommendations to the Vestry
for such appointments. This committee also coordinates the Vestry
nominating process and manages the voting on the day of the annual
meeting.
Contact: Jennifer Gosmand, jcortright@e-englishconnection.com
Nursery See Child Care
Paris Choral Society
The Paris Choral Society, a chorus of about 80 singers, performs
several large-scale choral works per season, conducted by the Cathedral's
Choirmaster Ned Tipton. Open to English-speaking singers of the
greater Paris area, membership is by audition. The PCS is a not-for-profit
association that performs mostly at the Cathedral. Contact: Nancy
Janin, 01 45 66 08 87, nancyjanin@noos.fr
Parish Life
In an on-going effort to nurture and invigorate a sense of community
and "village life" at the Cathedral, the Parish Life Committee
coordinates and organizes parish events offering fellowship, food
and fun, especially around seasonal and liturgical celebrations.
Contact: Gretel Furner, 01 47 20 93 80, gretelfurner@hotmail.com
Personnel and Administration
This Vestry committee advises the Dean on matters of staffing and
administration.
Contact: Peter Fellowes, 01 45 48 71 86, pfellowes@fellowes.com
Photography Show
Les Arts George V, the Cathedral’s arts association, presents
an exhibition of original photography by parishioners and others,
usually in the spring.
Contact: Don Johnson, johnson984@aol.com, 01 42 17 04 16
Saint Anne’s Guild
The Guild fosters and promotes a sense of community among women
at the American Cathedral, expatriate and French women in Paris,
and women around the world, especially those whose lives, health,
freedom and well-being are insecure or threatened. The Guild raises
awareness of issues affecting women through a speaker series addressing
specific topics affecting women and their dependents -- their partners,
parents, children and grandchildren -- and through activities to
educate Cathedral children on the Christian ethic and religious
traditions.
Contact: Joanne Blakemore; blakemore@wanadoo.fr
Spirituality, See sections on Clergy, Education
Staff
The Cathedral staff assists the Dean in enabling the work of the
many dedicated volunteers who serve the vast range of Cathedral
ministries and programs. The staff also helps the Dean in managing
the complex day-to-day operations of the Cathedral.
Stewardship
All that we have is a gift of an extravagantly generous God. We
are called to be good stewards of all that God has given us in this
life. In thanksgiving for the blessings that God has bestowed upon
us, we are called to return a portion of our time, talent and treasure
to the Church for the work of love in a hurting world. In financial
terms, all parishioners are encouraged to give a percentage of income
in the form of a pledge to the Cathedral annually. The biblical
tithe (10%) serves as a guide and touchstone in the journey toward
proportionate giving. The Stewardship Committee is the coordinating
group for the Annual Pledge Appeal, Development, and Friends of
the American Cathedral Committees. Contact: Jill Cameron 01 40 50
74 11, jillnchris@hotmail.com or Haywood Blakemore, hblakemore@whitecase.com
Strategic Planning
The American Cathedral has embarked on a strategic planning process
with a Strategic Planning Committee gathering, digesting and synthesizing
information from parish sources with a view to helping the Cathedral
determine its course over the next three to five years. Note that
strategic planning is an organic, on-going process that encourages
a focused sense of the future, an alignment of limited resources
around strategic objectives, and allows for adjustment to changing
needs, circumstances and opportunities along the way.
Contact: Peter Fellowes, 01 45 48 71 86, pfellowes@fellowes.com.
Sundays at 6
Sundays at Six is the Cathedral’s alternative worship service,
at 6 p.m. every Sunday. A Eucharistic service, it makes use of contemporary
language and a wide variety of musical styles in a relaxed setting.
For those who prefer to sleep in on Sundays or who want to experience
church in a more intimate setting. If you have any questions about
the service, just ask one of the clergy on staff.
Treasurer
The treasurer is the Vestry officer responsible for advising the
Vestry on financial matters and overseeing Cathedral finances, financial
reporting, and financial management, in close collaboration with
the Dean, Wardens, Vestry, and Finance Committee. Along with the
Assistant Treasurer, the Treasurer is a member of the Finance Committee.
Contact: Rhoderic Bannatyne, 01 45 20 75 70, rbannatyne@aol.com.
20s/30s Group, see Young Adults
Ushers
Among the first persons one sees upon entering the Cathedral for
a Sunday service, the ushers play a very important role by extending
that first warm welcome and providing efficient guidance while ensuring
security measures behind the scenes. Contact: Jeb Seder, 01 47 54
95 29, jjseder@noos.fr
Vestry
The Vestry serves as the governing body of the Cathedral. Its responsibilities
include oversight of parish finances, care of the parish buildings,
and choosing of individuals to fill various positions of parish
leadership and representation. The Vestry of the American Cathedral
is composed of 15 members elected by the congregation at its Annual
Meeting. A vestry member is elected for a three-year term, with
the possibility of being elected for a second three-year term. After
two terms, a vestry member must rotate off for three years before
serving again. For more information, contact one of the wardens
(see below).
Volunteer Opportunities
As seen in this A to Z list, there are many volunteer opportunities
at the American Cathedral. To find out more about volunteering for
any activity or program, feel free to phone or email the contact
listed here or, if further guidance is needed, contact one of the
wardens (see below).
Wardens
As authorized by the Constitution and By-Laws of the American Cathedral,
the Senior Warden is appointed by the Dean and the Junior Warden
is elected by the Vestry. Wardens serve one-year terms and must
be members of the Vestry. The Wardens and the Dean work in close
collaboration with one another and with the Vestry in providing
leadership for the Cathedral.
Contacts: Peter Fellowes, 01 45 48 71 86, pfellowes@fellowes.com;
Jill Cameron, 01 40 50 74 11, jillnchris@hotmail.com
Weddings
The American Cathedral provides guidance, a beautiful space, and
an inspirational service for couples, from within the parish and
throughout the world, who wish to be married here. For guidelines
please see the Cathedral's website or contact Charlotte Danelian,
weddings@americancathedral.org
Welcome Committee, see Newcomers
Young Adults
The Cathedral’s 20s/30s Group brings together people in their
20s and 30s each month for social events and opportunities for spiritual
growth and community service. For more information, or to be added
to the group’s email list, contact Canon Pastor Jonathan Huyck,
01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org
Youth Choir
The Cantori Choir is for youth 14-18 years old (for those aged 7-13,
see Children’s Choir). Rehearsals are Wednesday evening, 6:00-7:00
pm. Choristers learn about music from many traditions, ranging from
Black gospel music to classical sacred repertoire, and get the chance
to perform regularly in the Cathedral and around Paris. In addition
to church appearances and rehearsals, choristers receive the opportunity
to make other extracurricular excursions, including concert trips
and other musical field trips. No experience is necessary, just
a smile and a desire to make music. Snacks are provided. Contacts:
Christopher Houlihan, 01 53 23 83 91, music2@americancathedral.org;
Edward Tipton, 01 53 23 84 00, music@americancathedral.org.
Youth Ministry
The youth ministry of the American Cathedral uses the Journey to
Adulthood program. In January, 2007, we began the first level of
the course, for youth in grades 6 through 8, called Rite -13, which
focuses on celebrating the individuality of each young person and
their creative potential. The program helps youth explore the many
facets of adolescence and offers a chance to discover how faith
can guide and shape the journey to adulthood. We will begin the
next level of the program, called J2A (for 9th and 10th graders)
in the fall of 2008. Rite-13 meets every Sunday (except during school
vacations) from 12:30 to 1:30 in the library. We also have monthly
evening activities which all teens are welcome to attend.
Contact: The Reverend Jonathan Huyck, 01 53 23 84 03, canon@americancathedral.org
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