Dear Members & Friends of Christ Church Cathedral,

It’s hard to believe five years have passed since I became your Dean and Rector! We’ve come a long way since the dark days of COVID, and I am so grateful for your generosity, your presence, and your partnership in our mission of Glorifying God, Serving Our Neighbors, and Transforming Our City.

As many of you know, Episcopal clergy are encouraged to take a sabbatical every five years for rest and renewal. My last sabbatical was in 2012 as your Senior Associate, and while I had planned one in 2020, saying yes to serving with you came first.

I’m now ready for a season of rest. After worship on Sunday, November 9, I will step away from the Cathedral for three months to spend time in Asia and India, California, and the Caribbean (notice a sunny pattern?). During this time, I’ll be offline from social media and church email and phone, focusing on family, friends, and restoration.

While I’m away, our clergy and staff will be here to support you. A priest is always on call 24/7 at 317-636-4577 (option 8), and you may also contact my colleagues:

• Sean Manterfield, Senior Warden – Vestry, leadership, annual meeting
• The Rev. Canon Monique Ellison – Day-to-day English-language ministry, liturgy, funerals, pastoral care
• The Rev. Álvaro Pinzón – Day-to-Day Latino ministry, liturgy, pastoral care
• The Rev. Fatima Yakubu Madus – Faith partnerships
• Canon Mariann Scott – Downtown Indy presence, outreach, advocacy
• Crystal Stone, Chief Operating Officer  – Finances, staffing, budget

Email info@cccindy.org or call 317-636-4577 to be directed to the best person to help you.

I am grateful to serve alongside such dedicated colleagues and a vibrant congregation. I look forward to returning Tuesday, February 10, 2026, refreshed and ready for the next chapter of ministry with you.

With gratitude and blessing,

The Very Rev. Gray Lesesne
Dean and Rector