Workshop: Marriage Rites and the Search for a New Bishop

Please join us for a special workshop with our guest the Rev. Kelli Joyce reviewing current Episcopal church law ("canons") on equal access to marriage rites, non-discrimination in the ordination process and hiring, conscience protections, and more. This information is good for you to know as we approach the election of our new bishop in the Diocese of Tennessee. The Cathedral and our clergy, like all Episcopal dioceses, parishes, and clergy, must follow the canons of the Episcopal Church, and significant changes were made in 2024 to these canons. Please sign up here to let us know you are coming!

The Wirdzek Family is participating in the Breakthrough T1D Walk to transform life for the millions of people facing type 1 diabetes (T1D). The walk will take place on Sunday, October 4th, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Shelby Park.

Breakthrough T1D is the leading global T1D research and advocacy organization, helping make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. But they can't do it without our support.

With our fundraising goal set, we are counting on your help to get me there by Walk Day. No donation is too small, and every dollar truly makes a difference.

Thank you for your support!

What is type 1 diabetes (T1D):

T1D is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, an essential hormone that helps the body turn food into energy. It places a profound human, emotional, and financial burden on those who live with it and their families. Right now, there is no cure.

All Nashvillians are welcome to the table.

Voices of Resilience — the traveling multimedia exhibit centering the stories of those most impacted by climate change, often first and hardest — makes its next tour stop at West End United Methodist Church on August 30th. Join us following the 11:00 AM morning service for a community potluck luncheon, a panel conversation with featured voices from the exhibit, and an afternoon of art, food, and connection. To learn more and RSVP click here.

If you are seeking practical ways to put your faith into action while deepening your knowledge of scripture, church history, and theology, EfM (Education for Ministry) may be a great fit for you! Through weekly seminar meetings and a new multimedia curriculum, EfM helps us understand how we are called into relationship with God, neighbor, and creation wherever we are—at home, at work, and in all the places we spend time. Two EfM groups meet at the Cathedral, a Wednesday morning and a Wednesday evening group, with a Zoom option for the evening group. 

To learn more about the program, and to sign up click here.

OR contact facilitators Frances Christian- frances.h.christian@gmail.com, Susan Standbrook- susanstandbrook@gmail.com or Marlayna Maynard- marlayna.maynard@gmail.com. 

Registration is open now through September 16!

A free 3-day community event offering hope, community, and actionable next steps, and a counter-voice to white Christian nationalism

A Way Forward: Hope in Uncertain Times is a gathering for all who care about justice and community, seeking to reclaim the true message of Jesus as a counter-voice to white Christian nationalism. Through inspiring speakers and meaningful breakout sessions, attendees will leave more hopeful, more deeply connected to community, and more confident in taking meaningful action.

The conference begins Friday evening, August 28th, with a presentation by Dr. Jemar Tisby, moderated by Rev. Dr. Amy Steele.

Saturday, August 29th, will include a panelist discussion in the morning with community leaders Rep. Justin J. Pearson, Rev. Kelli X, and Terry O'Neill, moderated by Dr. Tisby. These local faith leaders and representatives will tap into Nashville’s rich history of simple, faithful folk who pursued justice to help point a way forward into God’s purposeful and preferred future.

The panelist discussion will be followed by breakout sessions, led by pastors and local leaders doing the work of social justice, and lunch. You may pre-order a boxed lunch for $15 or bring your own.

After lunch, we will end the day with a conversation between Dr. Jemar Tisby and Shane Claiborne.

The conference will conclude on Sunday, August 30th, with a special worship service at the historic Gordon Memorial UMC with Dr. Jemar Tisby preaching. Gordon Memorial UMC is located at 2334 Herman St, Nashville, TN 37208.

Register for the conference here.

A Way Forward is sponsored by Congregations United for Racial Equity & Justice (CUREJ), Brentwood UMC Race & Faith Team, Belmont University, and TWK United Methodist Church Conference Anti-Racism Coalition

The Episcopal Creation Care Gathering invites Creation Care leaders and activists to spend time digging deep into the theological and practical ministry of Creation Care across the Episcopal Church.

The event will take place September 23- 26, 2026 at the Proctor Center in London, OH. During this gathering, you will have the opportunity to engage in conversation, learning, and practice as we explore the deep relationships that bind spirituality, justice, ecology, discipleship, and evangelism as we move into the next era of Christian faith. The event includes workshops, plenaries, outdoor recreation, and intentional conversation. Participants can choose from a variety of lodging – from tent camping to hotel-style rooms at the Procter Center. Delicious seasonal meals that accommodate dietary needs are included in the all-inclusive package price. To attend the conference register here.