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July 12, 2012 |
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
e-News
"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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| Greetings!
When you receive this, the General Convention of the Episcopal Church will be drawing to a close. It has been important and eventful. Personally, it has been invigorating and exhausting. I have been impressed with the collegiality and positive energy in the church. I feel like we are turning a corner and are leaving behind much of the divisiveness that has plagued us in the past. I am leaving Indianapolis excited about our future as a church.
I'm sorry my schedule did not allow me to write about our progress during the Convention. I hope to blog about my impressions in the next few days. I will mention a few highlights now. We adopted a rite for blessing same-sex couples. We passed a resolution launching an intensive and comprehensive study of marriage. I was on the committee that handled these resolutions and will be providing detail about them soon.
There was also a great deal of energy around restructuring the church. It is clear that the top-heavy structure of the Episcopal Church needs to change. We called for a diverse task force to develop a plan that we can consider at the next Convention. This resolution was one of the few that passed unanimously. We also passed a resolution asking the headquarters of the Episcopal Church to move away from New York City, moving it to a less expensive, more centralized location. We also chose to not to affirm the Anglican Covenant, which is, in my view, an effort to create a more centralized structure in the Anglican Communion.
As I head back to Sacramento with renewed excitement about the Episcopal Church, I am heading toward an exciting opportunity for Trinity Cathedral. In the next few weeks, we will be raising funds that will allow us to purchase two lots right next to the Cathedral. It is my hope that we design a multi-story building for that site and we build the first floor in the next few years. Imagine the impact we could have on our community if we not only had all the space we needed for our current activities, but we had the space for not-yet-imagined ministries.
I look forward to seeing you in Sacramento.
Blessings,
Brian
The Very Rev. Brian Baker
tvrbaker@comcast.net
http://blogs.deanbaker.org/
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Readings
July 15, 2012
The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19
Psalm 24
Ephesians 1:3-14
Mark 6:14-29
Click to read the lessons.
The Preacher is
The Rev. Canon Lynell Walker |
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Episcopal Youth Fellowship News
Prayers for Trinity's Youth Mission Team
Please pray for safe travel and a spiritually enriching experience in Los Angeles July 15-21 for our youth missionaries: Nick Burchett, Austin Forde, Ali Gifford, Kailee Kenwright, Rachel Lopez, John Testerman and Rhiannon Yelverton and their co-leaders, Cindy Nalepa-Nelson and Anne McKeever+. |
Cathedral Bookshop
Summer Reading Bargains!
We have some gently used books donated to the Bookshop that are for sale at great prices! Hardbacks are $5.00 and softbound books are $3.00. Also, you are invited to bring in your own books that need "new homes" and are in good condition. We are also buying timely titles of interest, and pay $2.00 for hardbacks and $1.00 for softbound books. Donations are always appreciated! So come and see the selection and find some reading treasures to enjoy this summer!
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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Personal Assistance at Your Service
Susan McMillan
916-446-9837
- Transport to Appointments (comfortable car)
- Run Errands
- Shopping
- Take Walks
- Good Reader
- Flexible Schedule
- Resident of East Sacramento for 50 years
- Great References!
Call for further information.
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Donation &
Volunteer
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Family Promise Week
August 12-19
The theme for the season of Pentecost is "Come Alive with the Holy Spirit"!! It is exciting that Trinity will be hosting Family Promise week during this joyful time - August 12-19. I invite you to come and be a part of reviving/comforting the spirits of our families, and my guess is that your spirits will be revived and thriving in the process!!
As the coordinator for our Family Promise ministry I was delighted that so many of you stepped forward to help make our last hostessing week a wonderful success. There were many new faces added to our group of dedicated volunteers. That's what it is all about - being in community with one another, laughing, sharing meals and companionship with our Family Promise families. Come and share some time with us. I promise you will not be disappointed. The sign-up sheet is in the hallway outside of the bookshop.
I am available for any and all questions you might have about how you can help make a contribution.
Blessings,
Lyle Gramling
lylegramling@comcast.net
916-752-4376. |
Trinity has been asked if we would like to field a team for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k walk on October 21, a fund raising effort of the American Cancer Society; follow this link for more information.
If you are willing to be the point person for this team, a kickoff breakfast on August 23 would give you all the information you need to get started.
Contact Deacon Virginia - 446-2513 or virginiamcneely@msn.com for more information. |
Do you travel? Have toiletries?
Many of us travel for pleasure or work and bring home from hotels the little bottles of shampoo, conditioner and lotion as well as bars of soap. These small items are of great help to the homeless and the poor. Please bring your donations of toiletries to Trinity and leave them in the marked basket in the Narthex. Carol Savoie will deliver them to St. Matthew's for their health ministry, which is desperate for them. In the future, if donations are generous, we will share toiletries with River City Food Bank and Loaves and Fishes.
~~Deacon Virginia - virginiamcneely@msn.com |
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Thursday Lunch Bunch
Bring a Sack Lunch
Thursdays, Noon to 1:00pm
In the Assembly Area
Join us July 19 to read aloud and discuss a short story.
Our film series will resume July 26.
Drop-ins are always welcome.
Rev. Anne McKeever, Facilitator |
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Trinity Writing Group
Summer Hours
Our meeting time has moved to 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the conference room from June 21 to August 23.
Newcomers and drop-ins are always welcome. We write for about 20-30 minutes and then share what we want of our writing. All the feedback is positive and uplifting. Contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com. |
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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.
Contacts are:
Nancy Earl:
nancy.c.earl@gmail.com
Shelley Mydans:
smydans@gmail.com
Sally Smith:
sally1369@comcast.net |
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Learn to Create Prayer Shawls
Third Thursday of the month
10:00am-Noon in Room F.
Please visit shawlministry.com to learn more about this ministry or contact Linda Greene at 916.208.9645. |
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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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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
V o i c e s o f F a i t h
Begins tonight, July 12
5:45pm: Holy Communion
Lay-Led Liturgy every 3rd Thursday
Contact for Liturgy: Canon Walker
lwalker259@aol.com
6:15pm: Dinner (Donation)
Contact for dinners: Tracy Tschanz
rbpteambob@hotmail.com
7:00pm: Classes
Contact for Classes: Rev. Anne McKeever
amckeever@wavecable.com
V o i c e s o f F a i t h
Assembly Area - 7 to 8:30pm
 July 12 - Bob Dylan
Presented by Morey Lloyd, MDiv
Life, Death and Resurrection in Bob Dylan's poetry, music and asides. A CD length observation of faith messages from the Bard of Minnesota. A 70 year review of the ego of the most multifaceted Truth-searcher of our time.
Follow this link for a complete listing of Voices of Faith presentations.
 Introduction to Middle Eastern Dance
Ladies only
Room A - 7 to 8:30pm
Are you looking to experience a unique form of low-impact exercise designed specifically for women? "Danse Orientale," or belly dance, is for every woman, regardless of age, shape or style!
In this introductory course you will learn and experience this beautiful dance form in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Your instructor, Victoria Beck, is an experienced teacher and performer, and has been practicing belly dance for over six years. No dance experience required! Wear comfortable clothes you would exercise in, and comfortable flat shoes.
Questions? email teachertori@sbcglobal.net. |
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 Summer Sunday School
Meets at 10:15 in the Assembly Area
K-5th Graders are welcome. Sixth-12th graders serve as co-leaders. |
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 Introduction to the Old Testament
Meets in Room A at 10:15am
This is a basic introduction and assumes no knowledge of the Old Testament. If you have some, don't feel shut out; bring your insights! Either way, come and be introduced to the Scriptures Jesus and the other Jews of his time knew. They influence us greatly! Contact is Jerry Paré jpare@trinitycathedral.org or 446-2513 |
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30/40s and Beyond Adult Study Group
Meets at 10:15am in the Conference Room
We continue the Uppity Women of the Bible DVD series.
ALL are welcome to join us. |
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Newcomers' Group
A new group begins with Introductions this Sunday, July 15 at 10:15am in Room C.
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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Upcoming
V o i c e s o f F a i t h
Thursdays through August 30
in the Assembly Area,
7 to 8:30pm
July 19 - Martin Luther: His Music, His Life
Presented by Loren Weatherly 
In addition to being a theologian, a reformer, and an author, Martin Luther was an artist, a musician, and a composer. He wrote songs that for hundreds of years have been sung by worshippers in their congregations. Composers have used his melodies in countless ways. He said, "I truly desire that all Christians would love and regard as worthy the lovely gift of music, which is a precious, worthy, and costly treasure given to mankind by God." Come and hear his words on music, and hear some of his music!
 July 26 - Teresa of Avila
Presented by Teresa Sewell
Come walk with me back to the Spanish Renaissance, and together we'll get acquainted with mystic and beloved founder of the Discalced Carmelites, Teresa of Avila. This evening we'll examine the life and literature of this godly woman whose writings still confound people. Will you dare to enter The Interior Castle?
Follow this link for a complete listing. |
 Baptism InvitationSaturday, July 21 at 5:10pm
Kelly and Sam Mieske would like to invite everyone to come to the Baptism of their daughter Catherine Joan. Please join us at the Saturday vigil on July 21, 2012 at 5:10pm. There is a reception following in the Great Hall. If you are willing and able, please bring a dish to share. RSVP (916) 719-8149 or mieskek@gmail.com. |
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 Cool-Off Sunday Coming
July 22
Trinity children and their parents are invited to cool off on the east lawn from 9 a.m. to noon July 22 with ice cream sundaes for all. Children may enjoy sprinklers, a slip 'n slide, squirt guns, bubbles and a wading pool. Parents: Please dress your children in swim wear or in clothes OK to get wet. Bring towels, too, please.
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Second Annual Health Screenings
Wednesday, August 8
Rooms A & B
RightPath Health Screenings will again be at Trinity. Cost depends on the type of screenings you choose and is from $150 - $200. For information on the types of screenings available, see the flyers in this Sundays bulletin and on bulletin boards around the Cathedral, or follow this link. Appointments are required; call 1-800-770-0240 to setup an appointment. |
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Save the date for...
Trinity Women's One-Day Retreat
Mercy Center in Auburn
Saturday, August 18th, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Register Now in the Bookshop for Trinity's Women's One-Day Retreat August 18th.
We'll gather Saturday, August 18th, at the Mercy Center in Auburn from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a day of Faith and Wellness, using the Living Compass program. Please check out the program's website at www.livingcompass.org to learn about this gentle way to discover what you need to cherish in your life as you love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength. $40 includes lunch and program materials. Friends and loved ones may purchase gift certificates to offer women Please register in the Cathedral Bookshop before August 4th.
Contact is Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com or 530-908-3616.
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Parish Picnic
Sunday, September 21, 2-6 PM
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Linda Greene, Wendy Mustain & Laura Jestes at the 2011 picnic. Note the great playground area n the background! |
Add the Annual Parish Picnic to your calendar now! We have reserved the same wonderful picnic area in Oki Park as we had last year. Where is Oki Park? It's just south of the American River between Howe and Watt. The park includes several play ground areas, a soccer field, a volley ball court and lots of shady trees! We will provide more information as the date gets closer. Again, go to your calendar now and don't miss it! |
Trinity Cathedral has a NEW ON-LINE
Inter-Active CALENDAR!
If you go to http://trinitycathedral.mhsoftware.com, you can view the new Trinity calendar in it's "monthly" format. Play with the "Select View," and you will be able to choose to see a year, a month, a week or a day at a time. Click on the box that says "Main Calendar" and you will be able to change to a select calendar for each of our areas of ministry (Worship, Youth and Family, Serve, etc). If you click on a specific event ("drill down" as some of our techie friends say), you can find out the where's, when's, whose and what's of a specific event.
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Linda Aston did most of the work in researching a calendar that will meet our needs, in leading the testing and in orienting the calendar administrators and Cathedral staff. "We were interested in getting something a little more interactive; a little more informative for both members checking up on specific activities, as well as for web browsing seekers, those looking for a new worship home," Linda commented when asked about the search criteria for this calendar.
Linda offers these further words of advice and encouragement:
"As with all new computer applications, this one will take some getting used to. I encourage you to go to the web site, click around, and see what is there. Please take a look at it, and I assure you, you will be impressed by the volume of opportunities to worship, care, serve, learn and connect with others at Trinity Cathedral."
THANK YOU, Linda, for this fantastic contribution to keeping us a little bit more organized!
You can still submit event requests as before. Contact Dana Chamness (dlchamness@gmail.com; 916-446-2513). And we will still have a weekly calendar posted in the Solarium bulletin board. Our hope is that this new, interactive calendar will improve our communications and ministry here at Trinity.
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 TREE Tip
by Ann Rothschild
Resources and Activism.
TREE's Second Harvest table is back in the Great Hall during coffee hours. Thank you for bringing in excess garden produce and sharing with those in need.
Good people doing good things-recycling unused medical supplies.
A Bay Area organization, started 14 years ago by one person in a donated warehouse space, has grown to an efficient organization, MedShare, that collects surplus medical supplies and equipment from U.S. hospitals-supplies ordinarily discarded by law-and delivers them to underserved people in the U.S. and abroad. They also maintain a database to ensure supplies are not wasted. Apparently, U.S. hospitals generate more than 2 million tons of medical waste per year, including unused medical supplies, and globally, over 10 million children under five years old die due to inadequate medical care. Thank you MedShare. (Source: www.medshare.org and www.GeoEx.com)
Another organization, Project C.U.R.E, http://projectcure.org, will take individual donations. For people with chronic diseases, excess medications can add up, and flushing meds down the toilet pollutes our water systems-an Associated Press study found the drinking water of 41 million Americans tainted with pharmaceuticals including antibiotics, anti-convulsants, mood stabilizers, and sex hormones. Other organizations are Globus Relief, and Operation USA.
To discard used pills, remove from containers and mix with undesirable trash (like coffee grounds or kitty litter), so no-one else can use them. Take name, address, and prescription number off the container before recycling. (CFRI Newsletter, Summer 2012).
Strawberries and Methyl Iodide - activism success! In March, Arysta LifeScience Inc, the Japanese chemical company "suspended sales and production of all formulation of the fumigant, Midas, or methyl iodide, in the U.S." Although approved by California regulators in 2010, Midas is no longer registered in California. (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/21/midas-strawberry-pesticide-methyl-iodide_n_1370789.html) Consumer knowledge and activism works.
Beware www.poopbags.ca. Notice the familiar name-used by an egregious entrepreneur in Canada who copied the name and slogans of our own original www.poopbags.com and who gets his bags made in China. Our company here supports American made poopbags, so please continue to go to the .com site and boycott the other. Tell your friends. |
Summer Choirs at Trinity
Have you ever wanted to give one of the Cathedral Choirs a try?? But not sure about the time commitment?? Then summertime is just for you! During the summer months the Celebration Choir and Cathedral Choir continues to sing for Sunday services, but there are no week night rehearsals. A short rehearsal on Sunday morning prepares us for the service following.
The Summer Celebration Choir practices at 8:20 am in the Assembly Area, and sings for the 9:00 Eucharist.
The Summer Cathedral Choir practices at 10:40 am in the Cathedral, and sings for the 11:15 service.
No audition is required for either group, and you can participate on Sundays as you are available. And who knows... maybe the experience will encourage you to join one of our choirs full time! So come and join us... you are assured of a "warm" welcome and great music. |
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