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December 20, 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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We are now a few days away from celebrating Christmas. For some it feels incongruous to be moving toward a celebration that is normally marked with merriment when we are still reeling from the horrible killing at Sandy Hook Elementary School. But in reality, Christmas is not a time of merriment as much as it is a time of awe and wonder at the presence of God in the midst of our broken and too-often tragic world. At Christmas we remember the birth of God into humble and harsh circumstances punctuated with the killing of innocent children by King Herod. Christmas is about God being with us in our brokenness. In that light, this seems like the perfect time to celebrate Christmas.
In a normal year, and this year is clearly not normal, people often wrestle with sadness as they miss family members who are estranged who live far away or who have died. If this is a sad time for you, there are Stephen Ministers at Trinity who are available to provide companionship and a listening ear. Please feel free to call the Cathedral office if you would like to talk with a Stephen Minister.
As we move toward Christmas, I invite you to the Greening of the Cathedral which will begin on Sunday at 1:00pm. Please feel free to wear casual clothes to Church on Sunday so you can be dressed to join others in making the garlands we hang in the Cathedral. Tools will be provided, but you may want to bring a pair of gloves and perhaps pruning shears if you have them. Bishop Beisner will be with us on Christmas Eve. He will preach at the 7:00pm and 8:30pm services. He will also celebrate at the 5:00pm and 11:00pm services. I will preach at the 3:00pm and 5:00pm children's services and the 11:00 "Midnight Mass". Finally, Bishop Lamb, our former bishop, had a heart attack on Sunday. Early Monday morning he had surgery to place three stents. The surgery went well. He is now home and recovering. Please keep Jerry and Jane in your prayers.
Blessings,
Brian
The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
Dean of the Cathedral
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Readings for
December 23, 2012
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
The Preacher is
The Rev. Canon Lynell Walker |
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
Looking for Holiday Reading?
Several new factual
and fictional
biographies are available.
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
**No meeting Dec 27 **
Thursday
Writing Group
**No meeting Dec 27 **
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 20: Ways to Read the Bible (Assembly Area)
Dinner:
Tonight, December 20, the
Chef is Oscar Bautista.
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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Christmas Services
at Trinity Cathedral
~ Christmas Eve ~
3:00pm Holy Eucharist and Christmas Pageant
Music by the Cathedral Choristers
Sermon: The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
Childcare available
5:00pm Holy Eucharist and Christmas Pageant
Music by the Celebration Choir
Sermon: The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
Childcare available
7:00pm Festive Jazz Mass with Communion
Music by Jim Martinez Jazz Praise Group
Sermon: The Right Rev. Barry Beisner
8:30pm Solemn High Mass with incense
Music by the Cathedral Choir
Sermon: The Right Rev. Barry Beisner
10:30pm Christmas Concert
Music by the Cathedral Choir and Handbell Ringers
11:00pm Festive Holy Eucharist with incense
Music by the Cathedral Choir
Sermon: The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
~ Christmas Day ~
10:00am Holy Eucharist and Carols
Sermon: The Rev. Canon Dr. Grant Carey |
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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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 Ingathering for WEAVE
Today, December 23, we are gathering sweatsuits for WEAVE (Women Escaping a Violet Environment), an organization that provides services to survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault. Cash donations can be put into an offering envelope marked for WEAVE. |
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
The group is taking a Christmas break and will resume on January 6.
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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 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. |
 ...Is Drawing Near! Please pick up a Bible Challenge booklet at the Welcome Center 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. 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. |
Christmas Day Dinner
We are serving a simple Community Christmas Dinner of salad and burritos from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm on Christmas Day.
If you would like to meet and greet our community guests, share the good news of Christmas, and serve the meal, please come to the Great Hall at 11:30 am on Christmas Day. For further information, contact Loren Weatherly at loren.weatherly@gmail.com or at 715-1501. |
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30/40's and Beyond
New Year's Eve "tapas" Party
At the Bridges' home.
Monday, December 31 at 7:30 pm
Please bring an appetizer, dessert, or drink to share.
This is a family-friendly event, kids are welcome to join the fun!
Please RSVP: 916-419-2131 orrachelmb98@yahoo.com |
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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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Need healing?
Want to know more about the
Christian healing ministry?
Plan to attend the Interdenominational
"Healing Encounters with Jesus Study"
at Trinity Cathedral
January 12,13 9am-4pm and
February 9,10 9am-4pm
Registration $50/$65 per couple
Click here for more information or
contact Elba White: 684-4015 / Elbawhite@yahoo.com |
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Want to share your ministry?
If you are involved in a ministry that you would like to share with others at Trinity Cathedral, volunteer to staff the ministry fair on February 3.
You would need to be available to share information and answer questions with individuals in ther Great Hall--no public speaking.
Contact Deacon Virginia at 916-444-0720 or virginiamcneely@msn.com as soon as possible so she can plan this out before her medical leave in January. |
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