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November 15, 2012 |
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
e-News
"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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Three years ago, when the county ceased funding its winter shelter for the homeless and replaced it with nothing, Trinity Cathedral was the only congregation to step-up and start sheltering homeless people when it was dangerously rainy and cold. Several months later, other congregations, like St. John's Lutheran Church, joined the effort. The following winter the City modeled its winter shelter program on what Trinity Cathedral had started. That crisis, and our response, led to an interest on part of many parishioners to work on the problem of homelessness. A weekly dinner program began as well as an effort to coordinate with other churches, outside agencies and civic leaders to address our response to poverty. While these new ministries gave energy to some in the congregation, they raised concerns for others. Our ministries to people who are homeless or are otherwise struggling financially have had an impact on our staff, facilities and other ministries. This Sunday, at 10:15 in the Cathedral, we will have the first in a series of forums to discuss these ministries. I will discuss our philosophy, why we engage in these ministries, and what we are doing to make sure Trinity Cathedral is as safe and inviting as it can be for everybody. We will also have a brief presentation on how we are working with other agencies. If you have any concerns, or if you have any hopes as to what we may do in the future, I hope you are able to attend. If you can't attend, please email me your ideas. I can be reached at bnbaker83@gmail.com.
Blessings,
Brian
The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
Dean of the Cathedral
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Readings for
November 18, 2012
The Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 16
Hebrews 10:11-14,19-25
Mark 13:1-8
Click here to read the lessons.
The Preacher is
The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker |
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Featured in the Bookshop!
Beautiful hand-embroidered purses and bags! Great for gifts!
Miao women in central China make these very special textiles by hand in their villages. They are using the weaving and embroidery skills that have been passed down from generation to generation. The products are assembled in small factories in the region by other Miao women. The Miao women embroiderers are grateful for this extra income which helps send their children to secondary school. China Ethnic Crafts also employs Miao and Tujia students from the local teacher's college, helping them earn their school fees. Manufactured under the name: Shenaini -- meaning "God Loves You" in Chinese, China Ethnic Crafts exists to be a blessing to the minority peoples of the region. |
Flowers at Trinity Cathedral Have you enjoyed the flowers while worshipping at Trinity? Have you ever wondered... Who does those? Could I do that? Being on the 'flower committee" is a once a month committment, NO previous training required. If you enjoy flowers and appreciate that they are apart of our worship experience... you qualify. You will be gently guided and 'trained' by our loving team members. |
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Floyd School
The Johnson Family:
Thank you to all who have helped with the Johnson Family. They are getting settled.
We are still in need of beds and mattresses for the 4 children. We also have some other furniture that needs to be delivered to the family. If you have a truck that could pick up and deliver the furniture please contact me.
Blessings,
Canon Tennyson
nntennyson@gmail.com |
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What is a Virtual Food Drive?
River City Food Bank's Virtual Food Drive is the easiest, greenest way to help families, seniors, disabled people, veterans and others in need in our very own community. Help us raise $10,000 by December 31 to meet need during the fall and winter months by participating as an individual, or as part of a team.
Click here to participate in the RCFB Virtual Food Drive... |
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 Yarn for Prayer Shawls
Prayer Shawl ministry member has several spare skeins of medium worsted acrylic yarn (washable), in rose, pale green, country blue, linen, and cherry red, and also extra crochet hooks. If interested or for more info, e-mail dugongs@sbcglobal.net, subject line "Free Yarn." |
Thursday
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch is on hiatus until Thursday, November 29th. We'll celebrate November 29th in the Assembly Area with a potluck luncheon at noon and an introduction to the free Living Compass booklet for Advent that we'l be enjoying in December.
Thursday
Writing Group
...is on hiatus until Thursday, November 29th when we will resume meeting at 4 pm in the Conference Room.
Contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com. |
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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
Holy Eucharist: 5:45
Dinner: 6:15 ($7.00)
Classes: 7:00
Classes:
Book Club: Kevin Sanders will facilitate a discussion of "Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History" by S. C. Gwynne.
"Praying Our Goodbyes" by Joyce Rupp is a guide to helping us re-orient ourselves and calm the anxieties caused by change. Her book invites participants into a journey where we can become whole again. Facilitated by Canon Lynell Walker.
TNAC dinner is back.
Cost is $7
Chef for November 15 is Steve Quevedo
- Mediterranean Bruschetta
- Smoked Salmon Salad
- Moussaka (think "Greek lasagne")
- Cranberry couscous
- Seasonal vegetable
- Hazelnut Praline Torte
Sign-up at the Welcome Center, buy your dinner ticket Sunday in the Bookshop or purchase a ticket at the door.
Questions about dinner:
Cherie Chamness (442-9194) or Randie Strike (446-2513)
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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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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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 Weekly Reflection
Trinity Cathedral parishioners are writing weekly reflections during the Season after Pentecost. These reflections remind us that stewardship involves more than our financial contributions. Stewardship is also about discovering our own calling to reflect the image of God into the world in which we find ourselves. This week's reflection:
(97) Oh, how I love your law!
It is my meditation all day long.
(103) How sweet are your words to my taste,
sweeter than honey to my mouth!
(104) Through your precepts I get understanding;
therefore I hate every false way.
(105) Your word is a lamp to my feet
and a light to my path. Psalm 119
These words cry out to me today - they whisper behind conversations. Today is an important day, not just for me, but for millions; today is November 7, the day after a presidential election. Around the world and in my office people either want to dance with joy or to recoil.
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 Together in Mission......the diocesan news magazine is available in the Narthex and at the Welcome Center. Pick up several copies -- one for your household and others to share with friends and neighbors. The winter issue focuses on journeys of faith. In addition, the Rev. Canon Britt Olson, Canon to the Bishop, tells of her sabbatical journey to South Sudan. You can also find the magazine on-line by following this link. |
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 Evening Prayer
Thursday, November 15, 5:45pm in the Cathedral
On the third Thursday of each month at 5:45 pm, a group of lay members of the cathedral officiate at Evening Prayer or Compline. To worship God is to remember God. We invite you to attend third Thursday evening services to remember in a new way. Those who attend will be able to enjoy the Thursday Parish Dinner, then attend Thursday Night at the Cathedral classes. Please join us on Thursday, November 15 at 5:45 pm for a special Evening Prayer in celebration of the life of Samuel Seabury, first American Bishop. We invite you to join us in this ministry. If you are interested, please contact Canon Lynell Walker at lwalker259@aol.com, or Loren Weatherly at loren.weatherly@gmail.com. |
 Transgender Day of Remembrance
Saturday, November 17 at 6:30 pm
Trinity Cathedral will host the annual interfaith Candlelight Vigil in observance of the 14th International Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. The Transgender Day of Remembrance memorializes those who have lost their lives due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. This vigil will be dedicated to the memories of our brothers and sisters who have fallen to ignorance and intolerance and to our commitment to strive to make this world safe for all. There will be refreshment in the Great Hall after the memorial. All are welcome. Visit http://www.sacgender.org/tdor for more information. |
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Newcomers' Group
Sunday's at 10:15am
Today the group will join others in the Cathedral to listen to the Dean's Forum on the homeless.
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 Randie Strike: randiestrike@gmail.com. |
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 Patcee Crow Memorial Service
Sunday, November 18 at 4pm in the Cathedral
Patcee Crow passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 12th. Her memorial service will be Sunday afternoon, November 18, at 4pm here at the Cathedral. Please join us as we entrust her life to God's never failing care. |
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Family Promise SOS
Thanks to all of you fabulous volunteers that have given your time for Family Promise Week - November 18-25!! I am in search of someone with a trailer hitch that can transport the FP trailer to the next church on November 25th!! If you can help me with this I would be most thankful indeed!!
Lyle Gramling |
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The Trinity Cathedral e-News
will NOT be published
next Thursday, November 22.
Watch your e-mailbox for the next edition
on November 29. |
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Thanksgiving Day Service
Thursday, November 22, 10:00am in the Cathedral |
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"...because we are blessed!"
Thursday, November 22 at 1:00pm in the Great Hall
We share this day with family and friends and for some of us we share our thanks in community with a meal provided at Trinity.
Come and share a casserole, cranberries, turkey, stuffing or pie! Come, serve and share and be in community with others and Family Promise and give thanks for our blessings!
All donations of prepared food can be brought on Wednesday or prior to the 10am Thanksgiving Service on Thanksgiving day! ...be blessed!
Tracy
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 Men's Advent RetreatSaturday, December 1.
The retreat will include:
- Morning Prayer
- Thinking about US at Advent
- Thinking about God at Advent
- Thinking about God and us
- Eucharist to end the day.
Cost is $20 (includes lunch)
To make a reservation or for more information, email Chris Sanft at chris@sanft.org or Randy Cheek at randycheek1947@att.net
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An Advent Procession
Sunday, December 2nd at 11:15 am
One of the great liturgical traditions here at Trinity Cathedral is the Advent Procession and Eucharist held on the first Sunday of Advent. This is a unique service that has at its center the Great 'O' Antiphons of Advent. These ancient texts reflect some of the names given the Messiah in the Old Testament writings such as O Adonai, O Wisdom, O Root of Jesse, and O Emmanuel. These in turn are the basis for the great Advent hymn "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," which is sung in the course of the service. The service is in a "Lessons and Carols" format, with each of the antiphons highlighted by readings from scripture and appropriate prayers. The beautiful and mystical music for antiphons has been composed by Peter Hallock, and are set for choir with organ and handbells. Each of the antiphons is visually represented by large banners that are carried in procession as the antiphons are sung, first in Latin to Gregorian chant, and then in English Hallock's luminous settings. The music will also include a vigorous "Advent Processional" by Donald Pearson, and the classic Advent Carol "Adam Lay Ybounden" by John Ireland. New this year, another service featuring the 'O' Antiphons will be held at 9:00 am, with a non-traditional setting of the antiphons composed by Kathy Powell, sung by the Celebration Choir. The format will be as at the 11:15 service with Advent banners, lessons, and prayers. Also included will be music by John Ness Beck and Andrae Crouch. Join the Cathedral choirs for this powerful and unique way to start the season of Advent! |
 Ingathering for River City Food Bank
December 2
Trinity is sponsoring a food drive for River City Food Bank on December 2. When you shop for your Thanksgiving feast, remember those who have little to eat. You can buy non-perishable food and bring it to church on December 2, or you can visit the River City Food Bank website www.rivercityfoodbank.org and shop for groceries with a virtual cart to contribute to the food bank. |
Alternative Christmas Fairs
December 2 and 9 from 8:30-12:30
In the Great Hall
Mark your calendar now for Trinity's Alternative Christmas Fairs the first two Sundays in December. "Alternative," that is, to the malls, big box stores, and plastics manufacturers. Come and support local and global artists, craftspeople, and non-profit agencies. Along with notecards, knitwear, jewelry, and artwork from local artists, vendors include:
- Pottery from Nicaragua
- Crafts from African Team Ministries
- Crafts from Nepal
- TREE's offerings of stainless steel bottles, doggie poop bags, and solar cookers.
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Vocal Art Ensemble in concert
Friday, December 7th at 7:30 pm
Follow the Vocal Art Ensemble into the mesmerizing sounds of the East as they gather silken songs, choral gems, instrumental spices, and exquisite tapestries of vocal beauty. This rich and varied concert experience sets ancient jewels from the Old and New Worlds, melts divine male plainchant with luscious Eastern European women's chorus, and weaves together elegant Polish Magnificats with vibrant Zambian celebrations. The creative ethnic flavors of Fiesta Dance'N Fitness: Multicultural Arts & Wellness will join our caravan, stirring your sense of adventure on a musical journey of minstrels and dance under the Magi's crystal skies.
Suggested donation: $6 - 20 |
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Parish-Wide Advent Retreat
Living a Prayerful Advent
Mercy Center - Auburn
Saturday, December 8, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The cost is $35.00 (includes lunch) and the retreat is limited to 50 participants.
The focus of this retreat is to discover ways to pray that will help sustain you through this hectic season and to prepare your hearts to receive the Holy Infant Child this Christmas Season.
Canon David Link will lead off the retreat teaching us ways to pray with music. We will close with a sung Compline service in the retreat center's beautiful Chapel. Registration forms are available in the Cathedral Bookshop. Contact Canon Walker you have further questions at: lwalker259@aol.com or 446-2513 ext. 25
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 St. Nicholas Night is Coming.Sunday, December 9 at 4:30 pm
We will need lots of cookies for that night. Please sign up at the Welcome Center if you can bring cookies for that evening. |
From the Health Ministry...
Weekly Recipe:
Strawberry and Cheese Refrigerator Pie
Ingredients:
1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker pie crust
4 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 Tbsp. extra-fine sugar
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 lb. strawberries
1/2 cup strawberry fruit spread
1 tsp. lemon juice, optional
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Place crust on baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes, or until golden and fragrant.
Transfer to wire rack and cool completely. This can be done 8 hours ahead.
Place cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon zest and vanilla in small bowl.
Blend until combined and smooth, using hand mixer on medium speed or wooden spoon.
Spread cheese mixture evenly over bottom of pie crust.
Refrigerate until set, 1 to 2 hours.
Just before serving, cut off tops of strawberries.
Halve largest, prettiest ones and place in bowl.
Cut remaining berries lengthwise in quarters and place in another bowl.
Melt fruit spread in bowl in microwave, or in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring often.
Mix in lemon juice, if using, and divide hot fruit spread between two bowls of berries.
Using fork, toss until fruit is coated and glistening.
Spoon quartered fruit into the center of pie over cheese, turning most pieces cut side down as you spread them out.
Arrange larger halves in circle around edge of pie, with flat side facing rim of crust and points toward the center of the pie.
Spoon on any fruit spread remaining in bowls to fill in open spaces.
Serve pie within 1 hour.
Nutritional values per serving (serves 8)
Calories: 262
Fat: 11 gm
Saturated Fat: 3.5 gm
Carbohydrate: 39 gm
Fiber: 2 gm
Protein: 3 gm
Sodium: 219 mg |
Free Electronic Waste Drive
Saturday, November 19, 9 am to 1 pm
Cosumnes River College
8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento 95823
Parking Lot D
Funds raised will be used for student scholarships.
Sponsored by California Electronic Asset Recovery (CEAR, Inc.) |
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Here's a wonderful way to get in the Christmas spirit! Bring the whole family to see a delightfully funny play titled, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," directed by Michael Walker of St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Carmichael. The play is certainly not about your typical Christmas pageant . . . it is a pageant that is invaded by the Herdman's who are "the worst kids in the whole history of the world." What chaos . . . and joyful moments result!
Two performances only with dessert reception after each performance:
Saturday, December 8 at 7 PM Sunday, December 9 at 2 PM
Performance Location: St. Michael's Church, 2140 Mission Avenue, Carmichael
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 Fr. Kent McNair's Retirement
Sunday, December 16, 2:00-5:00pm
at Faith Church in Cameron Park (530-676-3754)
Fr. Kent McNair's last Sunday at Faith Church will be December 16. All are welcome to join in a farewell party. A celebration of Kent's 20+ years of service to Faith Church will include music and drama, prayers, food and fellowship.
If you are interested in attending and willing to carpool as a driver or passenger, please sign-up at the Welcome Center or contact Randie Strike at randie.trinity@gmail.com or 916.446.2513. |
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