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December 13, 2012 |
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
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"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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As you prepare for the coming of Christmas, I would like to feature a few upcoming events that may help you enter more deeply into this season. If you would like to hear beautiful music and the opportunity to meditate on scripture, I recommend the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols this Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. Please join the Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Choristers, and Cathedral Handbell Ringers, in this traditional service which originated at King's College, Cambridge, England. Included will be music by Carl Rutti, John Ireland, Otto Goldschmidt, David Willcocks, and much more. Through the lessons from scripture and complimentary music, the story of Jesus' incarnation is told from the earliest Old Testament prophets to St John's profound mysticism surrounding his birth. This service is a lovely way to begin our Christmas celebration at the Cathedral. A freewill offering will benefit the Cathedral's Music program and the River City Food Closet. I would also like to remind you that there is NO 5:10 p.m. Saturday Eucharist this weekend. If you are looking for an opportunity to serve others, Nancy Tennyson is organizing our effort to purchase Christmas Gifts for families of children at Floyd School. So far we have adopted 25 families with 88 children. If you can't buy gifts but would like to wrap them, please come to Trinity TONIGHT at 7 p.m. when we will be wrapping gifts. We also need a few food boxes for the Floyd School families; see Nancy this Sunday or email her at nntennyson@gmail.com if you can help. You can also help cook or serve Christmas dinner on Christmas Day following the 10am service or participate in our weekly Advent Ingatherings (December 16: socks, hats, and scarves for Loaves and Fishes and December 23: adult sweatpants/sweatshirts for WEAVE-Women Escaping a Violent Environment). Or if decorating is your thing, come to the Greening of the Cathedral on Sunday, Dec. 23rd following the 11:15 service. Lunch will be served. You can join others in making beautiful garlands that hang in the Cathedral. Don't worry if you don't have any expertise in making garlands, there will be plenty of people who can show you how. Wear casual clothes, bring snippers and gloves. The branches can have sap. Finally, invited your family and friends to join you on Christmas Eve at the Cathedral. Family oriented services are at 3pm and 5pm, a Jazz Service at 7pm and traditional services at 8:30 and 11pm with a Christmas Concert at 10:30. Joy to the World The Lord is Come! Blessings, Brian The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker Dean of the Cathedral |
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Readings for
December 16, 2012
The Third Sunday of Advent
The Preacher is
The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker |
Living Compass Advent Meditations: FREE!
Please pick up a Living Compass Advent Meditation booklet at the Welcome Center or download from here. This booklet guides readers through the season of Advent, December 2 through December 23rd. |
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", or call (916) 266-1802. |
Cathedral Bookshop
Now in stock:
The Rev. Kathleen Kelly's
Church of the Good Shepherd Cookbooks
for $10.
All proceeds from our new stock of doll wreaths and oil drum crosses benefit the Mission Teaching Foundation in Mexico.
Tue, Wed, Thur:11:00am - 5:00pm
Fri: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Sun: 8:30am - 1:00pm
Phone: 916-442-9194 |
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Volunteer Opportunities... |
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Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in a one-time volunteer effort? Hands On Sacramento needs volunteers for a homeless count on January 24, 2013. Training is required. If you are interested, see their website: www.handsonsacto.org. |
Shelter for Homeless Families
A shelter for families can be opened if churches will commit to provide overnight monitors. If you would be willing to commit to spending a night at the shelter, or would like to coordinate this effort at Trinity, please sign-up at the Welcome Center. |
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Labyrinth Ministry:
Would You Like to Carry It On?
Trinity Cathedral has had a Labyrinth ministry for a number of years. Currently people are able to walk and pray the Labyrinth on the third Friday of the month at 6:00PM. The date and time can be changed if we are able to find a regular day and time of the week. Trinity's Labyrinth is canvas. Overseeing this type of prayer time involves getting to Trinity one hour before the scheduled start, rolling out the canvases, setting the environment with candles and meditative music and putting everything away at the end of the prayer time. The total time commitment (with a one hour prayer time that can be extended if desired) is three hours. One person has expressed an interest in continuing this ministry but needs at least two others to work with him. Is that you? If so, please contact Jerry Paré at the office (jpare111452@gmail.com; 916-930-8032) |
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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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Thursday
Lunch Bunch
Thursdays, noon - 1:30pm
Assembly Area
We will read and discuss the Living Compass Advent Meditation booklet.
Thursday
Writing Group
Thursdays, 4:30pm
Conference Room
We will read and write about the Living Compass Advent Meditation booklet.
Contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com. |
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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
In December begin the evening with a
Candlelight Compline service at 6:00pm
followed by
Dinner at 6:15pm ($7)
and
Classes at 7:00pm
Classes:
"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.
Advent Classes:
December 13: How to Choose a Bible (Bookshop)
December 20: Ways to Read the Bible (Assembly Area) Dinner: Tonight, December 13, the Chef is Vaughn Wolff. Dinner tickets may be purchased in the Bookshop or 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
(NO Centering Prayer on Tuesday, December 25 or Tuesday, January 1)
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.
Beginning on Thursday, January 10 is another opportunity for those who would like to spend their lunch hour in Centering Prayer. We will meet in the East Transept from 12 until 1 PM. It is a time to rest in God and learn to just be in God's love.
Contacts are:
Nancy Earl:
nancy.c.earl@gmail.com
Shelley Mydans:
smydans@gmail.com
Sally Smith:
sally1369@comcast.net |
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No Saturday 5:10 service on December 15.
Please come to the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
at 7:30pm |
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Christmas Services
at Trinity Cathedral
~ Christmas Eve ~
3:00pm Holy Eucharist and Christmas Pageant
Music by the Cathedral Choristers
5:00pm Holy Eucharist and Christmas Pageant
Music by the Celebration Choir
7:00pm Festive Jazz Mass with Communion
Music by Jim Martinez Jazz Praise Group
8:30pm Solemn High Mass with incense
Music by the Cathedral Choir
10:30pm Christmas Concert
Music by the Cathedral Choir and Handbell Ringers
11:00pm Festive Holy Eucharist with incense
Music by the Cathedral Choir.
~ Christmas Day ~
10:00am Holy Eucharist and Carols
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 Cookies, Cookies, Cookies
Friday, December 14 at 7:30pm
We will have our Second Annual Christmas Cookie Exchange in the Assembly Area. Each person is asked to bring 5 dozen cookies with the recipe. We will have some cookies for tasting and most for exchanging. Bring a few baggies to take your cookies home. Coffee and hot cider will be available. This is an adult only event. Please sign up at the Welcome Center so we know how many to plan for.
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 Trinity Hiking Guild Saturday, December 15
Meet at the cathedral at 8:45 a.m.
for a 9:00 a.m. departure.
Hiker Alert, Finally, what appears to be a good day to hike. So, make this one simple: American River Walk from Folsom to Natomas round trip. This is the one where we turn left after going over the Rainbow Bridge instead of right. I think this is one of the most beautiful segments of the trail. No elevation change, nice chance for a good walk. Hope to see many of you there for our last hike of 2012. |
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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Saturday, December 15
7:30 pm
Join the Cathedral Choir and Choristers for our annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
Music includes:
Once in Royal David's City - arranged David Willcocks
Brich an, O Schönes Morgenlicht (Christmas Oratorio) - J. S. Bach
Adam lay ybounden - John Ireland
Personent Hodie - Gustav Holst
A Tender Shoot - Otto Goldschmidt
Gabriel's Message - Basque Carol, arranged Edgar Pettman
Sleeps Judea Fair - Hugh MacKinnon
I wonder as I wander - Carl Rütti
Psallite, unigenito - Michael Praetorious
Hark, the herald Angels Sing - arranged David Willcocks
Vom himmel hoch (BWV 700) - J. S. Bach
The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is a format for a service of Christian worship celebrating the birth of Jesus which is traditionally followed at Christmas. The story of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus is told in nine short Bible readings, interspersed with the singing of Christmas carols and hymns.
The format was based on an Order drawn up by Edward White Benson, later Archbishop of Canterbury, for Christmas Eve 1880 in Truro, England, and has since been adapted and used by other churches all over the world. The best-known version is broadcast annually to millions of listeners around the world from King's College, Cambridge, on Christmas Eve, featuring carols sung by the famous King's College Choir.
A freewill offering will benefit the River City Food Closet and the Trinity Cathedral Music program.
A reception in the Great Hall follows the service. |
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 Ingathering for Loaves and Fishes
This Sunday, December 16, we are gathering socks, hats and scarves for Loaves and Fishes. Cash donations can be put in an offering envelope marked for Loaves and Fishes.
Next Sunday we will be colleccting adult sweatpants and swetshirts for Women Escaping a Violent Environment (WEAVE). |
 Christmas Altar Flowers
The deadline for Christmas Flower Donations is Monday, December 17.
Christmas Altar Flower Donation Forms are available:
- Outside the church office
- In the Welcome Center
- Printed in the Cathedral Announcement Sheet included in the Sunday Service Program
- From a carnation-wearing flower committee member in the narthex and Great Hall this Sunday, December 16.
Please make your check out to Trinity Cathedral Church. Write "Christmas Flowers" on the memo line.
Although there have been suggested donation amounts over the years, the current committee welcomes all donations with gratitude and thanksgiving. |
30/40s and Beyond Group
Sundays at 10:15am in the Conference Room
All are welcome to join us for an Advent daily mediation and discussion. Questions? contact Amy Dierlam at dnarock@pacbell.net |
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Newcomers' Group
Sunday's at 10:15am in Room C
Today the group will discuss Resources for Next Steps.
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. |
 ...Is Drawing Near! Please pick up a Bible Challenge booklet in the narthex or at the Welcome Center in the Great Hall that lists the daily readings from January 7, 2013 through January 6 2014. Visit the Trinity Bookshop to find a Bible to be blessed here at Trinity on January 6, 2013, Epiphany Sunday. Then prepare to take the challenge along with hundreds of Trinity parishioners, thousands of diocesan parishioners, and ten of thousands of Episcopalians throughout the country as well as Anglicans around the world. Please sign up in the Welcome Center to indicate your interest in joining a Bible Challenge group beginning January, 2013. Contact Rev. Anne McKeever at amckeever@wavecable.com if you'd like to become a facilitator (discussion launcher, not a teacher) of a Bible Challenge group. |
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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 attending and willing to carpool as a driver or passenger, contact Randie Strike at randie.trinity@gmail.com or 916.446.2513. |
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 Prayer Night at the Cathedral
Wednesday, December 19 at 7pm, Conference Room
Join us for an evening where participants have a chance to experience different approaches to prayer and ask questions. |
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 Greening of the Cathedral
Sunday, December 23 at 1:00pm
Please join us as we prepare the Cathedral for Christmas. Lunch will be provided, followed by the making of garlands and wreaths to adorn the Cathedral. Wear comfortable clothes as the trees have sap. Bring pruning equipment and plan to have a wonderful time. |
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Growing in Faith
Starts Sunday, January 6 at 4pm.
Growing in Faith is a program designed to help people adults prepare for Baptism, Confirmation and formal Reception into the Episcopal Church. "Formal Reception into the Episcopal Church" means that +Bishop Beisner" officially welcomes you into this denomination. Growing in Faith is also for those who want to focus on renewing their faith. Meetings start on Sunday, January 6. The first meeting will explain the program in greater detail. Come and see if this is for you! |
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Images from
St. Nicholas Night
December 9, 2012
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 TREE Tip
It's Time for the Farm Bill Again
By Ann Rothschild.
Did you see Ken Burns' documentary, The Dust Bowl? Powerful, huh? Very pertinent now, in view of the upcoming Farm Bill, a package of legislation that addresses farming practices, subsidies, conservation of wetlands, research, energy, water purity, nutrition in schools, bio-fuels, and encouragement to young farmers. The last Farm Bill of 2008 has expired. Grants will be cut, so now is the time to ask your legislators to support policies and subsidies for healthful, environmentally responsible, and sustainable agricultural practices. We need to be informed because it affects every aspect of our lives. Check such websites as http://sustainableagriculture.net/category/2012-farm-bill/;
www.farmbillfacts.org; www.foodandwaterwatch.org; www.usda.gov; and
www.ag.senate.gov/issues/farm-bill/.
 Mark your calendar for TREE's Lenten TNAC series: January 10 and 17. We will view and discuss the film Genetic Roulette, which focuses on the genetically modified food issue. Diane Craig will facilitate. We look forward to seeing you there.
TREE wishes everyone a blessed and joyful Christmas season. Thank you for your support of our crafts and charities-you have sent out blessings to the world. |
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Chanteuses Concert
A Christmas Festival of Treble and Brass
Saturday, December 15 at 7:30pm
At St. Paul's Episcopal Church at the corner of 15th and J Sts.
General Admission is $15 - 16 and under, free.
The program includes Pinkham's Christmas Cantata, Hawley's Magnificat, Biebl's AveMaria, Szymko's Hodie, French carols, and many more. |
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