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March 15, 2012 |
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
e-News
"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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 Dear (Contact First Name),
Last Saturday was a great day for Trinity Cathedral. About 120 acolytes from 14 different congregations participated in our Diocesan Acolyte Festival. The Bishop participated by welcoming everybody, leading workshops and then celebrating and preaching at our closing Eucharist. Each acolyte participated in three workshops of their choice, had a great lunch and vested and processed for the service. Since different churches dress their acolytes differently, it was great to see the colorful and diverse procession. While the acolytes were mostly children, we did have some adult acolytes and plenty of adult chaperones that participated. We had a group of adults who  traveled all the way from Susanville to bring their one acolyte. We also had acolytes from St. John the Baptist church in Lodi in the Diocese of San Joaquin.
Hosting such a conference is a huge effort and I am very grateful for the hard work of Brian Kempton, Nancy Tennyson, Brian Nelson, Susan Forde, Elmer Swanson, Elizabeth Kenealey, Joye McKetty, Lynell Walker, Grant Carey, Ric Rasmussen as well as Kathy and Alan Ketchum, Tom Robbins, John Tennyson, Margie Clarke, Gladys Hustler and the Trinity acolytes.
Brian Baker
http://blogs.deanbaker.org/ |
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Readings
March 18, 2012
Lent 4
The Rev. Canon Lynell Walker |
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Episcopal Youth Fellowship
EYF Says Thanks!
We are grateful to these adults who helped to serve, chaperone and clean up for our recent EYF Dinner and Movie Night: Kelly Boutwell, Cindy and Bill Chisum, Celia Hall, Barbara Engelhardt and Lee Kenwright. And we thank Nancy Tennyson and the Acolyte Festival for sharing their delicious taco bar ingredients with us.
Need Service Hours?
We need lots of young adults to help with a number of upcoming events at Trinity. Come for the fun of it and/or come to earn credit for required community service for your school. Rev. Anne will cheerfully sign required paperwork to document your hours of service. Contact me at amckeever@wavecable.com for more information and contact people.
Upcoming Service Opportunities:
Saturday, March 31: Help clean up inside and outside the Cathedral from 9 a.m. to noon and possibly beyond. Thursday, April 5: Decorate/Set-up for Children's Stations of the Cross: 9 a.m. to noon. Rehearsal for Children's Stations of the Cross at 4 p.m. Friday, April 6: Children's Stations of the Cross at 2 p.m. Be in the cast or help the younger children Saturday, April 7: Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast, 9 a.m. to noon. Help with set-up, serving and clean-up. Easter Sunday, April 8: Easter Brunch: Help with set-up, serving and clean-up. 8 a.m. to noon. |
IMPORTANT Notice:
Policy for Fundraising for Outside Organizations at Trinity Cathedral
Members who want to raise funds by selling items or soliciting donations for non-Trinity organizations (e.g. scouts, walkathons, etc.) are welcome to do so at a table set on the perimeter of the Great Hall.
- The table must not block entrances to classrooms, restrooms or the kitchen.
- Signs may be put on the table only.
- People participating in the fundraising should remain at the table and allow people to approach them, rather than circulating through the Great Hall soliciting contributions.
- Tables in front of the sets of double doors will be used for church activities only.
If you would like to use a table call Dana Chamness at 916- 446-2513 to reserve one. The custodians will try to have it set up for you on Sunday morning. |
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Cathedral Bookshop
Any Book - Anytime - Anywhere
If we don't have the book you are looking for, just ask. We can order just about any book and have it shipped to you - especially if time is important. The book will be shipped from one of our distributor's four warehouses directly to you. This usually takes one-to-two days depending on what time of day the order is placed. We can also ship gifts to family or friends. Just call us!
Regular store hours are:
Tuesday-Thursday:11:00am - 5:00pm
Fridays, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sundays, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Closed Saturdays and
Mondays
Contact us:
Phone: 916-442-9194
Email: Bookshop3@gmail.com
Website: trinitycathedral.org/bookshop/
We look forward to seeing you in the bookshop! |
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NEED YOUR HOUSE CLEANED?
Regular weekly cleaning, that special occasion or for Spring cleaning...
Call Trinity parishioner
Dee Cary
at 916.387.5471
- Licensed
- References Upon Request
- Reliable and Dependable
- Reasonable Rates
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Do your Roses Need Pruning?
Joann Sprogis, a long time member of Trinity, has 26 years of experience pruning roses. Winter pruning improves spring blooms and minimizes disease problems. If you'd like your roses pruned give Joann a call at 916.736.2767.
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 YARD WORKER AVAILABLE
One of our custodians, Thomas Bush, who helps everyone on Sunday mornings, is looking for work in providing yard services. This would include raking and removal of leaves, trimming shrubs, sweeping walks and patios, pressure washing and other tasks as you agree upon. Contact Thomas at 308-8007 or at trinity@trinitycathedral.org
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 Women Who Love Too Much
Tuesday nights, 6:30 - 8:00pm
at Trinity Cathedral
Cost: $65 for four meetings.
This private, FUN, confidential support group is based on Robin Norwood's book Women Who Love Too Much.
Facilitated by Nancy Kilgore, M.S., national author and presenter on women's issues.
To reserve space or for more information, please call (916) 498-8494. To find out more about Nancy visit her website at www.thethrivingwoman.org |
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Thursday Lunch Bunch
Bring a Sack Lunch
Thursdays, Noon to 1pm
In the Assembly Area
Uppity Women of the Bible
Uppity Women of the Bible is a four volume DVD-based series featuring Hebrew Bible professor Dr. Lisa Wolfe. Combining careful scholarship with humor and fresh insights, Dr. Wolfe presents just what your group needs for lively, thoughtful discussion of The Song of Songs, Esther and Judith. This series is designed for adult study, each session ending with discussion questions so that participants can understand, debate, and explore the issues raised by the stories of these often misunderstood Biblical women.
Drop-ins are always welcome. Rev. Anne McKeever, Facilitator |
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Creative Writing Class
Thursdays at 4:30pm
Join us on Thursday afternoons for a Creative Writing Class. Come join others as together we paint with words, texture, plot, and emotion. Come discover the joyful play of working with language. The class guidelines are that all write, all may/may not share what they have written, and all must keep confident that which is shared in the class. Each afternoon is a unit in itself. Drop-in participants are always welcome.
Rev. Anne McKeever, Facilitator |
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 Centering Prayer
Every Tuesday evening, 6-7pm in the East Transept of the Cathedral
Centering Prayer is a method of contemplation that helps to quiet the mind and participate in God's presence. It is a receptive form of prayer - a kind of resting in God.Come. Learn to just be...in the midst of God's love. All are welcome. |
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The Labyrinth
Third Friday of each month in the
Trinity Cathedral
Great Hall
6:00 - 8:00pm
Join together for a peaceful, quiet evening of prayer and meditation. Walking the labyrinth may provide clarity, vision, focus, healing, discernment, peace, or spiritual insight. It is a spiritual tool and there is no right or wrong way to walk the labyrinth. Newcomers are welcomed and encouraged to come! |
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Lenten Opportunities
Click here for a printable booklet of Lenten opportunities at the Cathedral.
- Candlelight Compline -- Every Monday at 7:30pm
- Stations of the Cross -- Every Friday at 7:30pm
Visit our  Facebook page for Daily Lenten Reflections. |
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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
Lenten Series
Evening Worship at 5:45 - Community Dinner at 6:15
Film Series on the Environment - Assembly Area
Presented by T.R.E.E.
All are welcome-No charge-Post-Film Discussion
TONIGHT: Dirt! The Movie - A humorus look at soil, its value, degradation and rescue.
March 22: Gasland - Hydraulic fracturing of the earth for natural gas extraction.
St. Benedict's Toolbox for Lent - Conference Room
Presented by Rev. Anne McKeever
Trinity parishioners who have taken a previous TNAC St. Ben's class or attended Trinity's Practical Tools Women's Retreat are invited to join us for this six-week "graduate" level look at the Rev. Dr. Jane Tomaine's book, St. Benedict's Toolbox. Please bring your toolbox handcrafted by our own saint, Harry Katzakian. We'll discuss new ways to use our existing tools and add some new tools to make Lent 2012 special.
Early Church History, Doctrine and Creeds - Room A
Presented by Dean Brian Baker
Lenten Gospel Readings and Reflections in Small Groups - Room C
Meet with a small group once a week to read and discuss the upcoming Gospel readings during Lent. Explore your understanding of the stories and share your own connections to them. Learn from each other how these Gospel stories can enrich our Lenten journeys.
Thursday Night Group: 7-8:30pm, led by Canon Lynell Walker and Randy Knutson, MDiv.
Contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com if you would like to join or start a group.
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The Labyrinth
The March 16 Labyrinth Walk has
Been CANCELLED
Our next scheduled walk is
Friday, April 20
Trinity Cathedral
Great Hall
6:00 - 8:00pm |
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Family Service at 9:00am in the Great Hall. |
 Journey with Jesus
THIS SUNDAY
9:00-10:15 am
Conference Room
BIBLE STUDY...a good Lenten practice. Why not start this Sunday? We are focusing on a passage from the Gospel of John. Today's Gospel passage shoves us towards Easter. "...whoever believes in him may have eternal life!" What does this mean for you? The famous "John 3:16" (seen at so many sporting events) is part of this passage. How might we Episcopalian Christians read this verse? Come to the meeting! It's in the Conference Room. These meetings are also for those who seek baptism, confirmation or formal reception into the Episcopal Church. Just stop by or contact Jerry Paré (446-2513; jpare@trinitycathedral.org) for more information. |
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Come and See: Meet the Historical Jesus
Sunday at 10:15am in Room A
Led by George (Bud) Swank
So you think you know about Jesus' life? You'll be surprised by this study series based on the book Jesus, A Revolutionary Biography by John Dominic Crossan. Expect fresh ideas and lively discussion.
March 18: Crosses on a Hill - Unspeakable humiliation. |
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Newcomers' Group
Meets in Room C at 10:15am
Our new group begins today with Introductions.
New to Trinity Cathedral? We hope you can be a part of this Newcomers' Group. The sessions allow you to connect with others and learn more about offerings for you here at Trinity Cathedral. Come and learn about life at the Cathedral and opportunities for ministry. Contact Randi Strike: randiestrike@gmail.com. |
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30/40's & Beyond
Meets in Room D at 10:15am
This Sunday we will continue our Lenten discussion based on the church's daily devotional. A Big THANKS to Sonya
Schumacher for facilitating the group. |
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 Family Promise Week Begins Today
To find out how you can help contact Lyle Gramling, Family Promise coordinator, at
lylegramling@comcast.net or 916-752-4376 |
 Palm Cross Making
Sunday, March 25th
Come and join us in the Great Hall to help make Palm Crosses for Palm Sunday. There will Palm fronds, instructions, and help. Make just one, or make a few. |
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Sign up for Foyer Groups, our once a month dinner/fellowship groups, which start up again in April. The group is open to all and they change every 6 months. We have great fun and pot luck changing houses every month. Feel free to call Suzanne Armer, 383-8857, Lyle Gramling, 481-5031, or Carolyn Conrad, 359-3016. Sign-ups are at the Welcome Center. |
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Cathedral Clean-up Day
Saturday, March 31 at 9:00 am
 Join in the Cathedral spring cleaning just in time for Easter. Let's make our Cathedral sparkle when we step from darkness to New Light & Life! We need people to clean in the Cathedral, power wash the Solarium and patio, weed, wash windows, dust,...the list goes on. Many hands will make short work. If you are in HIGH SCHOOL, this is a great opportunity to grab some service hours! Our custodians work hard but can't do it all. We need you! And...lunch is provided. Contact Dana Chamness (dlchamness@gmail.com; 446-2513) for more details or to suggest projects.
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AT LONG LAST!!
Integrity of Northern California
Soup Supper and Informational Meeting
Sunday, April 1, 2012, 5:00 pm
 Featured will be a showing of "Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case that Made History," an inspiring story of a young gay man, Jamie Nabozny, who took a stand and won against the relentless bullying he experienced in school. We'll also hear from Integrity member Bill Simmons, a teacher in San Juan Unified School District, who has been spearheading a project to create an "It Gets Better" video for posting on-line.
This social and informational gathering at the home of Shireen Miles and Anita Williams will also give us time to share some exciting plans presently in the works and ask your input on the activities you'd like to see Integrity sponsor in the coming months.
All (we mean ALL!) are welcome!! Please RSVP by March 25 to shireenmiles@comcast.net or (916) 203-5595. Call if you have questions or need directions. |
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Health Resurrection starting on Easter!
 Your Health Ministry would like to help you get a fresh start at fitness by asking you to pledge 50 miles of walking, running, biking, or swimming in the 50 days from Easter to Pentecost.
 Sounds like a lot? Only one mile a day, or seven miles a week! There will be a sign up board in the Great Hall by Sunday, March 25th.
Starting the Sunday after Easter [April 15], the  Health Ministry will be offering walks every Sunday to help you meet your goal-these will take place after the 9:00 service. Sign up for fun and fellowship as we celebrate the 50 days between Easter and Pentecost with 50 miles of fitness! |
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Seeking Young Adults Seeking Confirmation
Begins April 15
Young adults aged 15-22 are invited to join the next path toward Confirmation by Bishop Beisner on May 26. Contact is Rev. Anne (amckeever@wavecable.com). |
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Another NorCal AIDS Cycle Participant
 | | Gayle Monroe |
In May of this year, following in the footsteps of Canon David Link, I will be participating in the NorCal AIDS Cycle, a 330 mile, four day cycling event which raises money for HIV/AIDS treatment, education and services in the Sacramento area.
One of the recipients of the funds raised during this event is the River City Food Bank. I'm very happy to announce that they have asked me to represent them as their official rider. I glady accepted and I've been very happy to recieve such a huge amount of support from everyone involved in this event, from the organizers to other riders, including David.
In preparing for the event I was surprised and saddened when I learned of today's statistics: nationally, 25% of new HIV cases occure in people between the ages of 13 and 29. Having previously been Sr. High Youth Director at Trinity for nearly 5 years, I have always been very connected with the teenagers and young adults here and they hold a special place in my heart. Many of the funds raised in this event help to educated young adults on how they can protect themselves from contracting HIV/AIDS. This is so important if we ever want to see an end to this disease.
My goal is to raise a minimum of $1500 but I'm sure with the generousity that is previlent at Trinity Cathedral, I'll be able to surpass this goal. Join me in my efforts to help River City Food Bank and many other services here in Sacramento by donating what you can to my donation page. No amount is too small or too large. Click here to go to my donation page.
Thanks for all your support!
Gayle Monroe
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 The Sabeel Conference
March 16-17
First United Methodist Church
21st and J Streets, Sacramento
Join in this opportunity to hear from and meet with Christian, Muslim, Jewish and secular leaders, scholars and activists, about the situation in Palestine-Isreal including its historical context, efforts to end human rights abuses, visions for the future, and why a just resolution is so important for Americans.
The conference features international, national and regional presenters, and runs from noon on Friday to 6 pm on Saturday. The keynote will be delivered by Sabeel Founder, Rev. Naim Ateek and Palestinian Freedom Rider, Huwaida Arraf, and is open to the public. "A Child's View" is an exhibit of Gaza children's art work, and will be on display throughout the conference.
Susan Bush
Trinity's SoJust Ministry
Click here for registration forms and to learn more about the conference. |
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Lent Retreat with Brother Mark at St. Francis Catholic Church: "Celebrating What's NEW This Holy Week"
Saturday, March 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm in the parish center- corner of 26th & K St. (across the street from the church).
The retreat day will focus on what might be NEW for us as Holy Week rolls 'round in 2012! We will use the Gospel of John. And you might want to bring a New Testament and a highlighter.
Prayer together, large group discussion, reflections, music, and time for silence.
And if you can afford a $10 donation, half will go to the Franciscan Friars and half to Sacramento Self Help Housing.
It is helpful if you can register: brothermark@att.net. |
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