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What is Juneteenth?, by Candace Thompson.

“What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July? I answer: a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim. To him, your celebration is a sham; your boasted liberty, an unholy license; your national greatness, swelling vanity; your sounds of rejoicing are empty and heartless; your denunciations of tyrants, brass fronted impudence; your shouts of liberty and equality, hollow mockery; your prayers and hymns, your sermons and thanksgivings, with all your religious parade, and solemnity, are, to him, mere bombast, fraud, deception, impiety, and hypocrisy — a thin veil to cover up crimes which would disgrace a nation of savages. There is not a nation on the earth guilty of practices, more shocking and bloody, than are the people of these United States, at this very hour.”
-Fredrick Douglas

Juneteenth is the answer to the question Honorable Fredrick Douglas asks. Juneteenth also known as Freedom Day is the “Independence Day” of enslaved African Americans/Black people in the state of Texas and other confederate states. News of the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863 and declared all who held in the horrific, inhuman, unjust institution of slavery to be free. However, the news traveled slowly until Union soldiers arrived in Galveston two and a half years later on June 19th in 1865 announcing the total emancipation for all persons who had remained in the brutal bondage of slavery. Texas State Representative Al Edwards led the charge for recognizing Juneteenth as a state holiday in 1980. Juneteenth serves as a catalyst in the fight for African-Americans living in the south to be accepted as full citizens in the United States. Nonetheless, much work remains across the nation as African-Americans continue to be systematically disenfranchised and oppressed by discriminatory policies.
Today, Juneteenth is recognized as a state or ceremonial holiday in all but four states (Hawaii, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana). Juneteenth celebrations include park parties, family reunions, block parties, and Miss Juneteenth pageants. Won’t you celebrate our collective Independence Day in a new way?

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Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Today's devotional is the gift of Reverend Winner Laws, Cathedral of Hope Staff, inspired by Philippians 4.6-7. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Then the Lord God formed humans from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into us, and we became living beings. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

Today's devotional is the gift of Dr. Pat Saxon, inspired by Genesis 2:7.

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Pre-Pulse Live with Rev. Alan!

Rev. Alan is going live to bring us into the spirit of worship. Check in, like and share this video to invite your friends. Join us for worship immediately after this video by following these links:
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One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts.

Today's devotional is the gift of Charlie Rose,Order of St. Francis and St. Clare, inspired by Psalm 145.4. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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This priceless treasure we hold, so to speak, in a common earthenware jar—to show that the splendid power of it belongs to God and not to us.

Today’s Word of Hope is in honor of my good friend and Texas Wesleyan alumnus, Daniel D., who is in the Stem Cell Transplant unit of a local hospital.

Today's devotional is the gift of Rev. Dr. Gary G Kindley, UCC Pastoral Psychotherapist, CCIAdallas.org, inspired by 2 Corinthians 4:7. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Hope at Home (S1E12): Early Church Grows

We see examples of Dan's childhood frog collection and meet Fletcher Frog who tells us the story of the growth of the Early Church and the origin of the Icthus symbol. Daffi-Dil talks about invasive plants and Maxi Mouse shows Charlie a fun addition to our downloads (available at www.cathedralofhope.com/hope-at-home)

Supreme Court Says LGBTQ Employees Are Protected By Civil Rights Employment Statutes

Breaking News:

The Supreme Court has delivered a historic victory for LGBTQ workers, ruling that the federal law that bars sex discrimination in employment does apply to LGBTQ employees.

yahoo.com While Title VII bars discrimination on the basis of “race, color, national origin, sex, and religion,” the original bill didn’t define “sex” as a term.

Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Today's devotional is the gift of Jonathon McClellan, Order of St. Francis and St. Clare, inspired by Luke 12.7. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Supreme Court Rules Existing Civil Rights Law Protects LGBTQ Workers

YES!!!...existing federal law forbids job discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and transgender status...https://bit.ly/3hEUv74

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nbcdfw.com The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that existing federal law forbids job discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and transgender status, a major victory for advocates of gay and transgender rights — and a surprising one from an increasingly conservative court, NBC News reported. In deci...

La Catedral de la Esperanza

God calls us to to act with justice. Dios nos llama a actuar con justicia!

Back to Acts - How are you acting with justice?

Rev. Michael offers us a brief word of welcome to get our worship started this morning. Tune in to get details for the day, and to share how you are acting for justice in your community. Immediately following Rev. Michael’s prayer, we will transition to worship which is premiering on Facebook and YouTune. Follow these links to get connected:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CathedralOfHope/videos/1158741487796586/?notif_id=1592101466824617¬if_t=live_video_schedule_broadcaster
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NEj2arfZB4

Last year, Cathedral of Hope members volunteered more than 40,000 hours, totaling more than $1,000,000 of in-kind service and countless lives touched. We are grateful for the ways in which our volunteers impact our church, our community, and the world.

If you are looking for ways to get involved in serving your community, we've love to invite you to volunteer in our high impact outreach ministries. Contact Bill at [email protected] for more information.

If you are experiencing need, please join us for Breakfast at Cathedral of Hope tomorrow (and every Saturday) from 7:30am-9am, and lunch every Monday from 11am-Noon.

But the steadfast love of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear God, and God’s righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep the covenant and remember to do God’s commandments.

Today's devotional is the gift of Hardy Haberman, inspired by Psalm 103:17-18. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

Today's devotional is the gift of Carole Anne Sarah, inspired by James 3:8.

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Cathedral of Hope

Join us tonight for Pulse Worship Online. The talented Denise Lee will be joining us for a powerful moment singing "Reason Why I Sing", which is the theme in this week's sermon series "Don't Lose Your Song". LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, AND TAG those friends you wan't to join you in worship tonight.

Pulse Worship Online: June 10

Join us tonight for Pulse Worship Online. The talented Denise Lee will be joining us for a powerful moment singing "Reason Why I Sing", which is the theme in this week's sermon series "Don't Lose Your Song". LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, AND TAG those friends you wan't to join you in worship tonight.

For Christ is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of partition between us. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

Today's devotional is the gift of Donna Jackson, inspired by Ephesians 2:14.

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A Psalm of David. Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory of his name; worship the Lord in holy splendor.

The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord, over mighty waters. The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.

The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars; the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon. He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, and Sirion like a young wild ox.

The voice of the Lord flashes forth flames of fire. The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. The voice of the Lord causes the oaks to whirl, and strips the forest bare; and in God’s temple all say, ‘Glory!’ The Lord sits enthroned over the flood; the Lord sits enthroned as ruler forever. May the Lord give strength to the people! May the Lord bless the people with peace!

Today's devotional is the gift of Weber Baker, Order of Saint Francis and Saint Clare, inspired by Psalm 2: 1-12. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Hope at Home (S1E11): Justice

As we explore the exciting events from the Book of Acts, our guest storyteller is Kiki, the Bird of Paradise, who tells about Peter and John practising the acts of social justice that Jesus preached. We'll also see some antique mechanical birds along with our chicken neighbors next door.

To download the materials associated with this episode, visit our website at www.cathedralofhope.com/hope-at-home

You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from God I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit–fruit that will last. Then God will give you whatever you ask in my name. This is my command: Love each other.

Today's devotional is the gift of Jan Nunn, inspired by John 15:14-17. https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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[06/08/20]   Sometimes you just need to start the week off with a good ole hymn of praise! Thank you Voices of Hope members Erica Granados and Jen Ellis for sharing your amazing talent and Chris Chism for audio and video production, as well as writing a justice centered second verse. Even if you are not a southern gospel fan, you can always tag someone who is in might appreciate it.

This version was originally performed by Carrie Underwood. 

La Catedral de la Esperanza

Worship with our Spanish-speaking congregants...

Las muy buenas noticias Para aquellos que quieren seguir a Cristo y ser parte del plan de Dios para nuestro mundo es que Dios usa lo que tenemos para ofrecer, sin importar lo poco importante que creamos que sea.

Puedes actuar con generosidad? Las muy buenas noticias Para aquellos que quieren seguir a Cristo y ser parte del plan de Dios para nuestro mundo es que Dios usa lo que tenemos para ofrecer, sin importar lo poco importante que creamos que sea.

Join Us in Making Change for Change

Giving Change to Make Change: Now is the time for change.

As we learn new ways to be church in the world, join us in a physical and ‘fiscal’ act of faith by collecting and donating your spare change to support the mission and ministry of Cathedral of Hope.

Throughout the month of June, collect the spare change you find around the house, or have left over from purchases.

We will host a collection on Sunday, June 28 - your donations will support the worship, ministry and benevolence programs of Cathedral of Hope.

Getting Back to Acts!

Rev. Andria is going live as we get Back to Acts!

Join us for worship on Facebook and YouTube starting at 11am.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CathedralOfHope/videos/257881435303513/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnckjBR1l08&t=356s

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And do you have any idea how large this earth is?
Speak up if you have even the beginning of an answer.

Today's devotional is the gift of Dennis Bolin, inspired by Job 38: 18 (the Message). https://bit.ly/2IS0wOP

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Happy 5 Year Anniversary, Rev. Neil!

This week we are celebrating The Reverend Dr. Neil G Thomas's FIVE year anniversary as the Senior Minister of Cathedral of Hope! Thank you Rev. Neil for all you do for our church and community!

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On June 1, Rev. Neil celebrated his 5th anniversary as the Senior Minister of Cathedral of Hope. We are grateful for you, Rev. Neil! The Cathedral of Hope, a...

Cathedral of Hope Stands in Protest: Black Lives Matter!

In this week's Pulse Worship Rev. Neil G. Thomas challenged us to stand up and speak out even more than before. Silence is not an option. This video takes clips from Voices of hope and a sample from his message to challenge us all to conintue in this fight and declare that #blacklivesmatter. We have also signed an open letter, standing with hundreds of other LGBTQ organizations as a part of our protest to end the systemic racism in our country, which can be found in at this link.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSCTSrQlPnmJ5jUWZoNGyO5DTuL-5hkvSzVoJhQCk6qi9AS6EDTAQz0rXCZGrrc1Z2ZFmsATJ8BV6ZY/pub?urp=gmail_link