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May 30, 2013 |
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
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"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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Dear (Contact First Name),
Finding My Way...
My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think that I am following your will does not mean that I am actually doing so. But I believe that the desire to please you does in fact please you. (From "Through the Year with Thomas Merton")
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One of the gifts the Church gives her clergy is a time of Sabbath rest. It is a chance to recharge the batteries, calm the pace, and find peace for the soul. The need for what to do with this gift of time has changed throughout my ministry. I look for things that will draw me closer to God's heart, opportunities that will put me into a deeper connection to this strange vocation to which I have been called. My last sabbatical in 2006/7 gave me both family time and a chance to visit the British Isles. It was a time of deep rest and I am still benefiting from that gift.
Now, some seven years later, I am off again, splitting the three months allotted between two years. On June 18, I will leave and fly to Madrid to begin walking the Camino de Santiago beginning in St. Jean de Pied (France) and ending in Santiago de Compostela at the Cathedral of St. James (Spain). It is a historic pilgrimage covering five hundred miles across Northern Spain. (Updates on my trip will be available on Trinity's Facebook page.) Next summer I will take the final month's leave and spend time with Pat and our canine companions. Those plans are still in the making.
I was drawn to walking the Camino after watching the movie, "The Way." It's a poignant story of a father and son and their reluctant struggle to understand each other and to find themselves. I commend it to your viewing but warning: It may lead you to REI and the purchase of a backpack!
I think we are all on a Camino to discover God and God's unconditional love for us. Sometimes the pace of life becomes so hectic that our spiritual journey towards God's heart gets sidelined. I have discovered that to put that longing back on track I need to create some extraordinary opportunity. Sunday and mid-week Eucharists are part of that plan. Praying the Ignatian Exercises and now walking the Camino are part of that plan. Our worship life together at the Cathedral reminds me of the life God intended. The work of our vestry and laity are keeping me mindful that my purpose in life is to alleviate human suffering and to provide a vehicle for that to happen.
This season of Pentecost gives us all a chance to imitate Jesus in the daily stories that surround us. The gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost enables us to make a difference and to notice the life we are living.
Sabbaticals are a gift from the Church. I'm grateful to Dean Baker, The Rev. Anne McKeever, The Rev. Bob Phillippi, the Vestry, members and friends of the Cathedral for making my absence possible. Thanks to Bruce Roy, Merrill Starr, Sue Clark and all who individually have backed me with gifts of love and prayer this journey that is before me.
May the desire of your heart that leans you towards God bring you joy, peace, and mercy for one another.
 Buen Camino, my dear friends,
Lynell+
The Rev. Lynell Walker
Canon Pastor
Follow this link to 45 FAQs on the Camino de Santiago |
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Weekly reading list...
Day 144: I Chronicles 16-18, Psalm 119:33-72, Romans 7
Thu, May 30, 2013
Day 145: I Chronicles 19-21, Psalm 119:73-112, Romans 8
Fri, May 31, 2013
Day 146: I Chronicles 22-24, Psalm 119:113-144, Romans 9
Sat, June 1, 2013
Listen to Scripture in Church
Sun, June 2, 2013
Day 148: I Chronicles 25-27, Psalm 199:145-176, Romans 10
Mon, June 3, 2013
Day 149: 1 Chronicles 28-29, Psalm 120, Romans 11
Tue, June 4, 2013
Day 150: II Chronicles 1-3, Psalm 121, Romans 12
Wed, June 5, 2013
Day 151: II Chronicles 4-6, Psalm 122, Romans 13
Thu, June 6, 2013
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Cathedral Bookshop
Vintage postage stamps
from 1960's thru 1990's arriving weekly.
Prices rounded up to
nearest 50 cents to
reflect collectible value.
Bookshop Hours:
Tue, Wed, Thur:
11:00am - 5:00pm
Fri: 10:00am - 2:00pm;
Sun: 8:30am - 1:00pm
Phone: 916-442-9194 |
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Centering Prayer
Tuesday's, 6-7pm,
Cathedral East Transept and
Thursday's, 1:00-2:00pm, Cathedral East Transept
Centering Prayer is a method of contemplation that helps quiet the mind and participate in God's presence. It is a receptive form of prayer - a kind of resting in God.
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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Thursday
Lunch Bunch
Thursdays, noon -1:30pm in the Assembly Area
Please bring your Bible for our discussion of the Bible Challenge readings.
Contact is Rev. Anne-amckeever@wavecable.com
Thursday
Writing Group
The group will continue to meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. May 30, June 6 and June 13 in the Conference Room. We will not meet June 20th or July 4th. Writing Group will meet from June 27th through August 29th on Thursday afternoons from 2:30 to 4 p.m.in the Conference Room. Newcomers are always welcome. We write to a prompt and then share what we choose to share with the other participants.
Contact facilitator Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com if you have questions. |
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Walk the Labyrinth
Third Friday of the Month,
6:00-8:00pm
The next Labyrinth is
Friday, June 21st
from 6-8 pm
For more information please contact
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Save the Date...
Trinity Women's Retreat
August 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join Trinity women at the peaceful Mercy Center in Auburn for a Saturday of prayer, crafts, laughter, lunch, Holy Eucharist, dance and spiritual surprises. Cost of $40 includes lunch. Watch for details to be revealed. Facilitators: Rev. Anne McKeever and Victoria Beck. |
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Renovating the Church Nursery
"A wonderful way to say farewell to Nancy Tennyson"
Canon Nancy Tennyson has spent much of her church life at Trinity Cathedral promoting Christian education and encouragement from toddlers to college-bound young adults. As she retires from her position as Director of Christian Education, it would be a thoughtful and needed gift for the congregation to provide a remembrance of Nancy's leadership. To that end a proposal was made to renovate the church nursery to spruce it up for the next generation of children coming to Trinity.
We are asking that each member of Trinity Cathedral make a donation to this project. Ruth Fitch our Junior Warden, will be in charge of the renovation project and has designed plans for new floors, cabinetry and wall designs, depending on the funds raised.
Please be generous and make checks payable to Trinity Cathedral, with a notation: Nursery Renovation. For further questions, contact Rob Stoinoff at 916 372-3563 or see him during the coffee hour on Sundays. |
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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
Thursday, May 30
Candlelight Compline at 6:00pm
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TNAC Spring Classes 2013
Classes Meet on Thursday Evenings
from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
May 30
The Bible Challenge TNAC Discussion Group: Rhonda Canby and Randy Knutson in the Assembly Area. Bring your Bible and discuss the readings for the week. Newcomers are always welcome.
Dean Baker Presents the Old Testament: Assembly Area, first Thursday of each month: June 6, July 11. Come learn about the books of the Old Testament we're reading for the Bible Challenge as we ponder: Who is God? All are welcome. Most Thursday evening classes attend this presentation once a month. |
Traffic Restrictions
Streets around Trinity will be closed this Sunday between 7:45am and 9:00am because of the Kaiser Permanente Women's Fitness Festival. Follow this link for a map of the event with traffic restrictions or pick one up at the Welcome Center. The Sutter Garage will be accessible from the 28th Street entrance. |
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"The Way"
Thank you all - Camino support drive for Canon Walker draws wonderful response.
Who would have thunk it?? Memorial Day weekend, with its myriad activities competing for our time and attention, brought a hearty response on Trinity Sunday in support of Lynell Walker's upcoming sabbatical, walking the Camino this summer. We already have over one hundred signatures on her backpack that she will carry on "The Way" to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain.
Special thanks go out for your prayers, blessings and financial support to lighten her load and keep us ever present in spirit while she makes this pilgrimage following in the steps of Saint James. Special recognition of this effort will be made this Sunday, June 2, where we will bless Lynell and wish "God speed" in health and safety as she traverses over 500 miles on foot en route to the holy shrine and burial site of Santiago from June through August.
For those who have yet to take the opportunity to sign her backpack or to contribute to this effort, you can do so at the Camino display set up in the fellowship hall after services this Sunday.
Any questions or suggestions can be directed to Bruce Roy at cell/text (916)230-9495 or email to barinsac@comcast.net |
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Newcomers' Group
Meets in Room C at 10:15am
This Sunday the group will discuss Living with Change.
If you have questions contact Randie Strike at email randie.trinity@gmail.com or 916-446-2513. |
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30/40s and Beyond
Meets in the Conference Room at 10:15am
The group will continue the viewing of the History Channel's The Bible DVD series. ALL are welcome!
Questions? Amy Dierlam: 601-1699 or dnarock@pacbell.net |
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Trinity's 2013 Graduating Seniors
with Dean Baker, Rev. Anne and Bishop Beisner |
Come Celebrate!
June 2 at the 9 am service we will honor our graduating high school seniors. Come celebrate with them in the Great Hall with cake during coffee hour.
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Bible Challenge Discussion Group @ 11:15
In the Conference Room: Facilitated by Vaughn Wolff. Meets today and will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays at 11:15. |
 Integrity Meeting
Sunday, June 2, Noon - 2 pm
Trinity Cathedral Assembly Area
Lunch will be served.
Please RSVP to shireenmiles@comcast.net
ALL ARE WELCOME
Dean Baker will be present at this meeting. It will be a good chance to get an informal update on Integrity's local and national projects, get any feedback from you on some of our next steps, and just socialize! Topics will include an update on the status of blessings in our diocese, transgender issues and community outreach.
Integrity's mission: To inspire and equip the Episcopal Church, its dioceses, congregations and members to proclaim and embody God's all-inclusive love for Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer (LGBTQ) persons and those who love them. All of Integrity's activities are open to all, including our much-appreciated straight allies. |
 The Trinity Cathedral Choir in Concert Sunday, June 2 at 4:00 pm
Please join the Trinity Cathedral Choir, Canon David Link, conductor, as we finish out our spring season! The program includes many pieces heard in services during the past year. Alleluia (Lobet den Herren) - J.S. Bach O hilf Christe (Johannes Passion) - Heinrich Schutz Agnus Dei (Mass in b minor) - J. S. Bach Missa Brevis #7 "Sancti Joannes de Deo" - Franz Joseph Haydn Pilgrim's Hymn - Stephen Paulus A Hymn for Saint Cecilia - Herbert Howells The Cathedral Choir is joined by guest organist Dr David Deffner, and a chamber ensemble. Donation: $15 general; $10 students/seniors (65+); children ten and under are free |
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Farewell Celebration
Please sign up in the Welcome Center to help with the Farewell Canon Nancy Tennyson Carnival and Ice Cream Social on Sunday, June 16. We need lots of folks to help with games and prizes during two shifts between 9:30 and 11 am. Contact Rev.Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com. |
A Pilgrim's Progress
Friends of Canon Lynell . . . You are invited
to join us at St. Paul's Church in support of
Canon Lynell Walker in her coming sabbatical trip.
She'll be trekking the ancient pilgrimage along the
Camino de Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
Come for a memorable event --
 * Rhine River Travelogue -- A luxurious cruise to castles and cathedrals along the beautiful rivers of Europe with Mark Kane and Doug Clay. Saturday, June 1, 6:30pm, St. Paul's.
Popcorn, home baked treats, "Walk a Mile with Lynell" pocket prayer stones - all for donations in support of Lynell's journey. Free on-street parking; parking garage at 15th & K Streets. |
An Invitation
to members and friends of Trinity Cathedral
Ordination to the Sacred Order of Deacons of
Steve Skiffington
Trinity Cathedral
Saturday, June 8 at 11:00 am
+Bishop Barry Beisner, Presiding
Ordination Hospitality
The Hospitality Committee encourages parishioners to bring finger foods for the reception after the Ordination.
Please drop off your treats in the kitchen before the service. Thank you for your support! |
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Integrity Members at the 2012 Pride Parade |
Sacramento Pride Parade and Festival
Saturday, June 15, 10 - noon
Downtown Sacramento (assembly location TBD)
Please RSVP to shireenmiles@comcast.net
Please join Trinity Cathedral's delegation by marching with other members of our congregation in the 2013 Pride Parade, always a great way to let our community know that we are a warm and wonderful "Believe Out Loud" welcoming parish. If you want to have fun, and feel loved and appreciated, come out for this event. The LGBTQ community has often been received with hostility by Christian churches-our witness that Trinity welcomes ALL is a powerful and moving manifestation of God's love. ALL ARE WELCOME. Don't miss it!
Besides strong representation from Sacramento's faith community, other parade participants have included the Wells Fargo Bank Stagecoach, PG&E, Regional Transit, SMUD, Sacramento Police and Fire.
The festival follows the parade. Entrance is $10 per person, which is the major fundraiser for Sacramento's Gay & Lesbian Center, which offers many services to Sacramento's LGBTQ community, including educational projects and support groups for youth.
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