28th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral

December 12-15, 2024

Cathedral of St. Joseph
521 N Duluth Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD

Enjoy an evening of beautiful music and moving storytelling as we celebrate the hope and joy of God’s incarnation at the 28th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral performance! This year’s theme, “Go in Peace,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact, as experienced by Simeon and Anna. Simeon, who was told that he would not die until he saw the Messiah, and Anna, who prayed night and day in the temple, persevered in faith.

Christmas at the Cathedral benefits the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House, as well as the ongoing care of the Cathedral of St. Joseph, one of the region’s most significant civic and sacred landmarks. Christmas is not just a historical event or celebration, it is something that happens within each of us every moment of every day. Join us for this truly memorable event!

Six Performances

Thursday, December 12
7:30 p.m.

Friday, December 13
7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 14
1:00 p.m.* SOLD OUT!
7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 15
2:00 p.m. SOLD OUT!
7:30 p.m.

*An American Sign Language interpreter will be available at the 1:00pm performance on Saturday, Dec. 14.

Tickets

Please note that as this is a charitable fundraising event, all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

Featuring

Shelley Jennings
Soloist

Christopher Bailey
Soloist

Dr. John Flanery
Music Director/Conductor

Andrew Henrickson
Simeon

Teresa Henrickson
Anna

Volunteer Opportunities

Looking for a fun and rewarding holiday experience? Sign up for one (or more) of our many volunteer opportunities! Invite a friend and share the joy of giving back!

  • Thursday, December 12 — 7:30 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 6:00 p.m.

All positions have been filled!

  • Friday, December 13 — 7:30 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 6:00 p.m.

All positions have been filled!

  • Saturday, December 14th — 1:00 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 11:20 a.m.

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  • Saturday, December 14th — 7:30 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 6:00 p.m.

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  • Sunday, December 15th — 2:00 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 12:20 p.m.

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  • Sunday, December 15th — 7:30 p.m. performance
  • Volunteers arrive by 6:00 p.m.

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  • Monday, December 9
  • 10:00 a.m.
  • Lunch Provided

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  • Each year, we invite guests of the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House, St. Francis House, The Banquet, and other honored guests to join us for a special Christmas celebration. Guests will be treated to dinner, followed by a viewing of this year’s Christmas at the Cathedral performance, and the evening will conclude with a cookie and hot cocoa reception. To make this possible, we need volunteers to help run this event and to donate cookies.
  • Wednesday, December 11
  • Cookie drop off:
    • Dec. 9-10 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    • Dec. 11 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    • Please deliver in a disposable container to the Chancery building, 523 N. Duluth Ave, Sioux Falls (please ring bell to enter).

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  • Assistance shoveling snow and laying salt/sand at Cathedral entrances prior to the show, should the need arise.
  • “On-call” in evenings Wednesday, December 11 to Sunday, December 15.
  • Please bring your own shovel.

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  • Thursday, December 12th — Saturday, December 14th
  • 7:30 p.m. performances only
  • Volunteers arrive by 5:45 p.m.

Must be 18+

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  • 6 people needed each night
    • Thursday, December 12th
    • Friday, December 13th
    • Saturday, December 14th
  • 8:30-10:00 p.m.

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  • Saturday, December 14th — after 7:30 p.m. Performance
  • 9:00-11:00 p.m.

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Questions about volunteering?

Please reach out to us at events@ccfesd.org or 605-988-3769.

Sponsorship Opportunities

  • Recognition as the “exclusive” sponsor for one of the six performances. (Choice of performance based on availability.)
  • Prominent company logo on the front of the tickets for your specific presenting performance.
  • Two front-row reserved pews for presenting performance, plus 50 additional reserved section tickets. (To be used at the sponsor’s discretion for employees, clients, family, etc.)
  • Private “Thank you” reception with Bishop Donald DeGrood at the Bishop’s house prior to your presenting performance. (20 guests total)
  • Live recognition from the stage at all performances.
  • Prominent recognition at the beginning and end of the statewide television broadcast across South Dakota (including parts of Minnesota & Iowa) on Christmas night on KELO Television; including a 30 second television spot at either the beginning or end of the broadcast.
  • Logo recognition on a professionally produced 30-second promotional spot to be broadcast on KELO TV and Midco Cable channels in South Dakota, plus parts of Minnesota and Iowa.
  • Logo recognition on the back of all six performance tickets.
  • Prominent logo and/or name recognition on the event website (ccfesd.org).
  • Full-page color promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
  • Prominent logo recognition on all print material, including posters & fliers.
  • Digital media recognition, including CCFESD social media platforms and promotional emails.
  • Logo recognition on Hy-Vee store promotional ads and displays.
  • Logo recognition in The Bishop’s Bulletin promotional and “Thank You” ads (38,000+ households).
  • Limited-edition tree ornament for patron guests.
  • Patron reception for you and your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening.
  • Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

  • Three prominent reserved Patron Pews at the performance of your choice.
  • Recognition on the event website (ccfesd.org).
  • Full-page black and white promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
  • Recognition at the end of the statewide television broadcast across South Dakota (including parts of Minnesota and Iowa) on Christmas night on KELO TV.
  • Live recognition from stage at all performances.
  • Digital media recognition, including CCFESD social media platforms and promotional emails.
  • Recognition in The Bishop’s Bulletin promotional and “Thank You” ads (38,000+ households).
  • Limited-edition tree ornament for patron guests.
  • Patron reception for you and your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
  • Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

  • Two prominent reserved Patron Pews at the performance of your choice.
  • Live recognition from stage at all performances.
  • Recognition on the event website (ccfesd.org).
  • Half-page promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
  • Recognition in concert program as an Orchestra Sponsor.
  • Patron reception for you and your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
  • Recognition on printed promotional materials, including posters & fliers.
  • Digital media recognition, including CCFESD social media platforms and promotional emails.
  • Recognition in The Bishop’s Bulletin “Thank You” ad (38,000+ households).
  • Limited-edition tree ornament for patron guests.
  • Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

  • One reserved pew at the performance of your choice.
  • A quarter-page promotional Christmas greeting in the show program (5,000 printed copies).
  • Recognition in The Bishop’s Bulletin “Thank You” ad (38,000+ households).
  • Patron reception for you and your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
  • Limited-edition tree ornament for patron guests.
  • Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

  • One reserved pew at the performance of your choice.
  • A quarter-page promotional Christmas greeting in the show program (5,000 printed copies).
  • Recognition in The Bishop’s Bulletin “Thank You” ad (38,000+ households).
  • Patron reception for you and your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
  • Limited-edition tree ornament for patron guests.
  • Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

Questions about sponsorships?

Please reach out to us at events@ccfesd.org or 605-988-3765.

All of the proceeds from this charity event benefit

Cathedral of St. Joseph and the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House ongoing care and maintenance endowments.

Learn more about this year’s performance from Producer and Director Mark Conzemius and actors Andrew and Teresa Henrickson in this episode of Catholic Views!

In the Media

Dakota News Now

Thank you to our sponsors!

Presenting Sponsors

Avera
First Premier Bank & Premier Bankcard
HyVee
Sioux Falls Ford | Lincoln

Foundation Sponsors

CorTrust Bank
Eide Bailley
Keloland Media Group

Fr. Joseph Vogel

Orchestra Sponsors

First National Bank in Sioux Falls

Laurie, Larry,
Dale & Michael
Peltier

Puetz Design & Build
Vance Thompson Vision

Jim & Lisa
Wichman

In-Kind & Media Sponsors

2023 Christmas at the Cathedral Highlights

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