The Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost
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O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Isaiah 50: 4-9a
Psalm 116: 1-8
James 3: 1-12 Mark 8: 27-38
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SERVING THIS SUNDAY
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Preacher/Celebrant
The Rev. Mark Smith
Catherine Callo (8:30am)
Thomas Lipscomb, Declan Lawson, Joshua Karstendick (11:00am)
Lectors
Chris Labonte (8:30)
Anita Nicholson, Marshall McMain (11:00)
Intercessor
Reauchean Williams (8:30)
Karen Koziara (11:00)
Altar Guild
Reauchean Williams (8:30)
Karen Koziara, Angela Raymond (11:00)
Ushers/Greeters
Barbara Campbell (Captain), Kathryn MacArthur, Amy Ashbridge, Sondra Taylor Bergey (11:00am)
Altar Flowers Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God and In Celebration of the Marriage of Reggie Pierce & Leona Thomsen.
Prayer Team
Linda Mitchell, Pat King (11:00am)
Coffee Hour
Homecoming Potluck (In the Breezeway)
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Sermon Recordings and Texts are available by
Listen to
Choral Music
from recent worship services by
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WEEKLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE
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8:30 Holy Eucharist
9:45 Joyful Noise
(on the 1st
Sunday of every
month)
10:45 Nursery Room
(in the Narthex)
11:00 Choral Eucharist
12:15 Coffee Hour
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MONDAYS - FRIDAYS
8:30 Morning Prayer
TUESDAYS
12:15 Holy Eucharist
"Twenty Minutes
with God"
WEDNESDAYS
6:00 Evening Prayer
(said)
THURSDAYS
12:15 Holy Eucharist
with Prayers for
Healing
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HOURS OF OPERATION
| TRINITY CENTRAL
(when our church doors are open)
Monday - Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Saturday
11:00am - 4:00pm
CHURCH OFFICE
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 4:00pm
(closed daily from 1-2pm)
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Please join us for our Homecoming Potluck in the breezeway following the 11:00 service this Sunday, September 13. The burgers and hot dogs will be provided by our friends from Ready, Willing and Able, with side dishes brought by all of us eager to share summer stories and our plans for the new year. Please bring yourselves and a dish to share for a wonderful gathering of fellowship and fun!
The Rev. Mark SmithPriest-in-Charge
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BROWN BAG CONCERTS
|  Every Wednesday 12:30-1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch and enjoy a free concert with talented local artists! Sept. 9 Maria Russo, Soprano
Fabio Bezuto, Pianist
Sept. 16 Quartet Cuento
Eiko Ogiso, Violinist
Darrin MacBride, 2nd Violinist
William Lai, Violinist
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Y.A.C.H.T. DOG-FRIENDLY EVENT!
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Y.A.C.H.T.
(Young Adults of The Church of the Holy Trinity)
presents
DOG -FRIENDLY HANGOUT at THE PARK!
Date: Saturday, September 12th
Time: 2pm
Location: Rittenhouse Square
Bring food.
Bring your dog and/or play with other's dogs!
No RSVP necessary - just drop by when you can.
As always, all 20's/30's members and friends and their guests are welcome!
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AN INTRODUCTION TO ICONOGRAPHY
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REMINDER: As an introduction to our class on iconography beginning this fall, Susan Kelly von Mendicus will offer a presentation on the history and writing of icons during adult Sunday School hour on Sunday, September 13.
Ms. Von Mendicus is on the faculty at Villanova and does frequent classes on calligraphy and icon writing (painting) in churches throughout the northeast. For the class this fall, it is important to note that prior experience or ability is absolutely not a requirement. It is a spiritual discipline, one cultivated for centuries by our Eastern brothers and sisters, and many of the most famous icons were written by those who had few obvious artistic gifts. Although we are trying to include other churches in the deanery, the charge for CHT members is $370 for the semester, $200 less than the regular fee.
Working with icons is a wonderful spiritual experience, and I encourage all to take advantage of this deeply enriching experience.
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HOMECOMING POTLUCK BRUNCH
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LOOK INWARD, LOOK FORWARD
|  Rector Search and Discernment Updates Look Inward, Look Forward Please join your Vestry and Rector Search Committee as we take the next important step in our discernment process. All are invited to attend and participate in a special workshop to build a parish-wide consensus for God's calling to us: who we are, and where God wants us to go. This is a chance for your voice to be heard, for you to speak your concerns, and to help us determine our path for the future. Sunday, September 20th , 11:00am - 3:00pm (Centennial Room)
Our consultant The Rev. Richard Ullman will be leading us through an important process at the workshop. He will also be our guest preacher at the 11 am worship service. Please note, the 11am worship service will be about 45 minutes, so that the workshop may begin at Noon. Please spread the word to fellow parishioners about this important meeting and join in this community of givers who know how valuable their ideas, spirit, and leadership are to this process.
Please sign up at church or register online, by clicking HERE.
Lunch will be provided Childcare will be available. |
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CHT OUTREACH @ BROAD STREET MINISTRY
|  Please join our volunteer group at Broad Street Ministry on Saturday, September 19th, 10:45-1:30 pm. BSM practices radical hospitality serving meals six times a week! They additionally provide mail services, clothing and personal care, art therapy, and, more importantly, a community for those at-risk. CHT has worked with Broad Street Ministries since 2013 and currently pledges to provide five volunteers every third Saturday of the month. If you're able, please sign up on VolunteerHub:(broadstreetministry.volunteerhub.com) or on the sign-up on the board at the back of the sanctuary by September 10th so that we know if we need to recruit more volunteers-thank you! Questions?
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FILL-THE-BUS!
|  As in years past CHT has committed to participation in Fill-the-Bus, a wonderful program sponsored by Episcopal Community Services for students in under-resourced schools in our area. This year we are collecting supplies for three schools in Feltonville, supplies that will be used throughout the year and will provide much-needed financial relief to students and teachers.
In the back of the sanctuary, there is a board with Post-It notes describing items to be purchased. Simply take one of the notes, purchase the item and place it in the bin beneath the sign. Your participation will benefit many students and their families.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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CONCERT: THE DIVINE HAND ENSEMBLE FOR THE POPE
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The Divine Hand Ensemble have been asked to perform a concert for the Pope at CHT!
Sunday, Sept.27th at 6:00pm
Who better to honor and perform for His Holiness, Pope Francis, than Philadelphia's own Divine Hand Ensemble? The Divine Hand presents a heavenly evening of sacred music, performed in one of Philadelphia's oldest churches, timed to close the Pope's visit to Philadelphia.
The DHE features a rare instrument, the theremin, to sing like the voice of an angel. Concert Thereminist, Mano Divina, bends electricity with his hands to produce powerfully moving music that touches all who see and hear him.
The ensemble specializes in classical timeless repertoire by the greatest composers of all time.
This event is sure to sell out quickly. Take advantage of the early release price now.
Tickets on sale now at:
Questions?
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BYZANTINE ICON WRITING WORKSHOP
|  Byzantine Iconwriting Workshop for beginning students, Archangel Michael Icon will be modeled after the prototype by the hand of St. Andre Rublev Emphasis is placed on personal spiritual discipline and growth through a study of Christian Church teachings and principles as practiced in the making of icons. The Prosopon School is founded by and the principles and methods are under the direction of master iconographer Vladislav Andrejev. Philadelphia area is one of the longest standing locations for the Prosopon School (www.prosoponschool.org). Since 1990, when Mr. Andrejev was starting his teaching in the US, Philadelphia has hosted an annual Intensive class and many other icon painting opportunities and exhibits. Classes are held on a periodic basis in the theory and practice of traditional Byzantine Icon painting in the Russian style using egg tempera and gold leaf on natural gessoed panel. No artistic experience is necessary. FALL 2015 SERIES HOSTED BY THE CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY, RITTENHOUSE SQUARE, PHILADELPHIA, PA Wednesday evenings from 6 - 9 pm September 30, October 7, 14, 21 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 and Monday December 21. Taught by Susan Kelly vonMedicus www.susanvonmedicus.com [email protected]
Tuition for series $420.00
Materials fee $150.00; all will be provided, gessoed wood panel, 23K gold leaf, natural hair brushes, mineral pigments, egg tempera, study guides
Continuing students are welcome to attend and work on their next icon, Archangel Gabriel, the face of Christ, The Mother of God or John the Baptist. There is a minimum of 8 students needed to hold the workshop and a maximum of 12. *** There is a discount available for CHT Members *** CLICK HERE for the registration form! |
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PAPAL WEEKEND
|  As most of you know, the weekend of September 25-27 will be a challenging one for many of us, affecting our mobility in and out of the city.
Regrettably, it will affect the worship of all Center City churches on the 27th, including our services at CHT.
Understanding that many will not be able to attend that day, we will have two "said" services that day at our usual times of 8:30 and 11:00am, with Christian education between the services for those who can join us.
Please bear with us as we negotiate these disruptions and continue with our regular schedule on October 4.
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TIBETAN DANCE & MUSIC BENEFIT CONCERT
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Enjoy an evening of modern and traditional Tibetan dance and music for a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Community Center Project of the Tibetan Association of Philadelphia.
The group will perform a variety of classical and traditional Tibetan dance and music, such as the Yak Dance, Tibetan Hunter Dance, Tibetan Good Luck Dance, and classical songs.
Tickets are on sale now!:
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CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!
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There is also a Facebook Group dedicated to Y.A.C.H.T. (Young Adults at the Church of the Holy Trinity).
Search for "Y.A.C.H.T." and then send a request to become a member.
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If you would like to find out more about ongoing activities at CHT, or to learn about other events coming up this fall, please visit our website: www.htrit.org. You can also download a .pdf of the September CH@T Newsletter by clicking HERE.
For our monthly calendar, please click HERE.
The Church of the Holy Trinity
Rittenhouse Square
1904 Walnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Phone: 215.567.1267
Fax: 215.567.3766
Email: [email protected] |
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