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September 26, 2013
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 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
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"A Growing community making disciples who love and serve Christ and His world"
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 Greetings! Most people have something they are particularly good at. I like to think of these things as our superpowers. We have superpowers and we can use them for good if we choose. I invite you to not be shy when it comes to considering your superpower. What is it you do well? How can you do that thing, whatever it is, in order to bless others? One of the roles of a church is to help people use their superpowers. We connect people with diverse gifts to ministries that bring Christ's love to a broken world. Together we can accomplish great things. This is evident in our Wednesday night dinners. Although we only started these dinners a few years ago, we are now serving hundreds of meals each month. Last night we had 170 guests eat dinner and spend the night. There are people who travel significant distances to have dinner at Trinity Cathedral. Many of them come not only for the food - sometimes is it just a simple sandwich - but also because this is a place of warm welcome and kind conversation. It is remarkable how important a kind environment can be when living on the streets. These dinners happen because people with gifts for cooking, serving, cleaning, shopping and being hospitable join together. And they have fun doing so. But there are many other ways people use their diverse gifts: flower arranging, bread baking, shawl knitting, praying, listening, and teaching, to name a few. Because of the remarkable gifts of everyone involved, Trinity Cathedral has multiple superpowers. We pray well. We are great at hosting memorial services for non-members and members alike. We have an important ministry of hospitality to 12-step groups that are responsible for saving people's lives. We care for each other when life becomes difficult. And we are very good at eating together. The parish dinners we host are always lovely and fun. Last year we added a dinner to our list of annual events: our fall dinner. This is a catered dinner hosted by the Vestry as an offer of gratitude to all of the members of Trinity that make this congregation the special place it is. This year the dinner will be on October 12. If you want to attend, please sign up on one of the table sheets posted in the Great Hall. If you can't get to the church to sign up, simply call the office and we will sign you up. Blessings, Brian
The Very Rev. Dr. Brian Baker
Dean, Trinity Cathedral
Sacramento, CA
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Computer needed
Our youth program is in need of a fairly recent laptop with wireless capability and Microsoft Office (no older than 2007) for Julia, our LEVN (Lutheran Episcopal Volunteer Network) volunteer who will be assisting as we develop our programs. If you know of anyone who is upgrading to a newer model, and would like to make a donation to the church, please contact Rev. Kathy Hopner at 930-8027.
Thank you!
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Trinity takes...
The next edition of Read One Bible Story a Week is available in the Cathedral Bookshop and in the Welcome Center or by clicking here. This free publication covers selected chapters from the Bible Challenge scripture assigned from August 30 through October 3rd. Read just a little and then ponder some fascinating questions each week.
If you'd like to learn more about the Bible Challenge, please contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com.
Follow this link for a list of
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Weekly reading list...
Day 263: Jeremiah 52; Psalm 66; 1 Peter 4
Thu, September 26, 2013
Day 264: Lamentations 1 -2; Psalm 67; 1 Peter 5
Fri, September 27, 2013
Day 265: Lamentations 3 - 4; Psalm 68; 2 Peter 1
Sat, September 28, 2013
Listen to Scripture in Church
Sun, September 29, 2013
Day 267: Lamentations 5, Psalm 69, 2 Peter 2
Mon, September 30, 2013
Day 268: Ezekiel 1-2, Psalm 70, 2 Peter 3
Tue, October 1, 2013
Day 269: Ezekiel 3-4, Psalm 71, I John 1
Wed, October 2, 2013
Day 270: Ezekiel 5-6, Psalm 72, I John 2
Thu, October 3, 2013
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Cathedral Bookshop
Many thanks, Geina Waddell, for enormously expanding our used jewelry section.
Bookshop Hours:
Tue, Wed, Thu:
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:
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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
Thursdays, 4:30-6:00pm 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, October 18
from 6-8 pm
For more information please contact
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Sharing our Treasures,
Building our Community in Christ
The Fall Parish Dinner
Dean Baker and the Vestry
of Trinity Cathedral
Invite you to an evening to thank you
For your past generosity.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
5:30 to 7:00 pm
in the Great Hall
Sign-up sheets are in the Great Hall.
or email Ruthdesigns4u@gmail.com
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Community Dinner and
Safe Ground Ministries
Trinity Cathedral's Safe Ground and Community Dinner ministries provide food and shelter for hundreds of men and women each month. Since the beginning of 2013, nearly 3,000 men and women have enjoyed a meal and a place to rest.
These ministries succeed because of the buildings, tables, chairs, restrooms, kitchen, electricity, water and other services paid for from compassionate giving by Cathedral members. Many volunteers donate hundreds of hours annually. Our guest and our volunteers thank you for your financial support.
~~ Loren Weatherly and Cheri Meadows
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Choral Evensong TONIGHT 
The Cathedral Choir will sing our first Choral Evensong service for the season tonight, Thursday, September 26th at 6:00 pm. This short music-filled evening service consists of psalms, canticles, scripture readings, and prayers. Using the majestic language of the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, it is a time to let go of the busy-ness of the day, and meet God in a meditative way. In the liturgical calendar, we will commemorate Lancelot Andrewes, a seventeenth century English Bishop, and the choir will sing music by Thomas Attwood Walmisely, John Goss, and John Sanders.
Please join us!
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Thursday Night at the Cathedral
6:00pm - Choral Evensong
6:15pm - TNAC Dinner ($7:00)
7:00pm - TNAC Classes
The Bible Challenge: Facilitators - Randy Knutson and Rhonda Canby, in the Conference Room.
It's never too late to start reading the Bible-a little bit every day, with Sundays off - and then to discuss the readings with a group of cheery, open-minded folks on Thursday evenings. Pick up a list of the Bible Readings in the Trinity Bookshop and bring the list and a Bible of your choice to learn the benefits of regular Bible reading and sharing.
 The Sermon on the Mount by Emmet Fox: Facilitated by Vaughn Wolff, in the Trinity Bookshop
Vaughn will be continuing the New Thought class. For those who are not familiar with Fox's writings you may begin with his essay on the Lord's Prayer in this book. Last year's class was inspiring and motivating. Everyone participated in the discussions and experienced incredible insights.
 THE BIBLE: An Eight Hour DVD Series produced by the History Channel is facilitated by the Rev. Anne McKeever in the Assembly Area.
Haven't seen a Bible movie since The Ten Commandments or Veggie Tales? Lots has changed in the way Holy Scripture can come alive in film.
Rev. Anne McKeever will share the complete, ten-hour series through December 5th in the Assembly Area.
Come join us as we read a little scripture, view an episode and then discuss what we've seen. This will be the easiest way you've ever learned anything about the Bible. No homework! No stress! Just pure entertainment, critical viewing and lively discussion.
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Choirs to be commissioned this Sunday
This Sunday morning, at the 9:00 and 11:15 services, we will recognize and commission the extraordinary musicians who lead our worship at Trinity Cathedral. Choir members spend hundreds of hours each year rehearsing and singing for services, and this is our chance to honor their commitment to excellence.
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The Celebration Choir and Cathedral Choristers will sing at the 9:00 service, and the Cathedral Choir will sing at the 11:15 service. At 11:15 we will also recognize Jim Beskeen, who has recently retired after more than three decades of choir service.
Please join us this Sunday, as we celebrate music at Trinity Cathedral!
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Introduction to the Old  Testament
Meets in Room A at 10:15am
Besides the Bible, Donald Griggs' The Bible from Scratch: The Old Testament for Beginners is the main resource for the class. It is available in the Cathedral Bookshop. Jerry Paré will lead the class. Please join us, with or without the book!
This class is a good opportunity to get some of your basic questions about the Old Testament answered. It will also provide a broad overview of the Old Testament as we enter the 3rd Quarter of The Bible Challenge. No need to be participating in the Bible Challenge to benefit from this class, however.
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Newcomers' Group
In Room C at 10:15am
The group will discuss Ministry Opportunities. Everyone is welcome to be with us, especially, Newcomers and visitors
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 be meeting this Sunday to continue viewing The Way, a movie about the pilgrimage that the Rev. Lynell Walker did this summer. We will watch the movie for several Sundays before Lynell and others will speak about their experience. Join us!
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Frank Almeraz Memorial Service
Monday, September 30th at 5:45 pm.
Frank passed on Thursday the 1st of September, he was 68. Frank was an active member of Trinity in the years he lived in Sacramento, and had served in a number of ministries, including most recently as a member of the Men's Group and Usher at the 9 am Services. Although Frank had moved to Santa Rosa to be near his family, he often returned to Sacramento and attended Trinity and All Saints where he had many friends.
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 Movie Discussion Night at the Cathedral
Wednesday, October 2 at 7pm, Conference Room
Join us for a provocative discussion based on a 20 minute video that seeks to challenge and strengthen our faith. All are welcome.
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 Wisdom of the Self: Trinity Women's Meditation and Yoga Retreat
Saturday, October 5, 9:30 am to 3 pm in the Assembly Area
Please sign up now in the Cathedral Bookshop for our Fall Women's Retreat led by Rev. Anne's beloved Yoga instructor, Karen Klussendorf. For just $25 you'll be treated to an introduction to Chakras, Yoga suitable for all levels, meditation and relaxation techniques, time for writing/sharing, luncheon and chocolate. Join us to rest, recharge and reflect. A few scholarships are available.
Please contact Rev. Anne at amckeever@wavecable.com or 530-908-3616 if you'd like to help and/or receive a scholarship.
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 Blessing of the Animals Sunday, October 6 at 3:00pm
You're invited to bring your pet, a picture of your pet, or favorite stuffed animal to Trinity Cathedral's Blessing of the Animals. All pets are welcome, from ant farms to elephants.
It would be appreciated if you could bring dog food, cat food or cat litter to the Cathedral on October 6th to  be donated to the Front Street Animal Shelter. This shelter provides food and veterinary services for the pets of the needy. The shelter also provides a safe place for lost and injured animals and arranges their adoptions. |
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Worship Committee Hosts Ministry Fair
Sunday, October 13th
8:30-11:30am in the Great Hall
Have you ever been interested in learning how you can participate in our worship? Are you interested in learning more about serving on the Altar Guild, Flower Committee, joining one of the Cathedral Choirs, or becoming an Usher or Greeter? Join us on Sunday, October 13th when the Worship Committee Ministry Team will host a Ministry Fair.
There will be representatives from each of these groups and they will be glad to answer any questions you may have about participating in any of these ministries. Worship is at the heart of our life together and we invite you to come and learn more by participating in the ministries that help shape our faith.
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 Sacramento CROP Hunger Walk
Ending Hunger One Step at a Time!!
Join Trinity Cathedral Walking for Hunger Team and Help CROP STOP HUNGER.
- When: Sunday October 13, 2013
Registration: 1:00pm; Walk: 1:30pm - Where: West Steps of the State Capitol
- Registration Fee: Canned food donation
If you would like to be a walker please contact Marion Welch at (916) 923-5781 or 49steelerway@gmail.com or Shelley Mydans at (916) 443-2919 or smydans@gmail.com.
If you are unable to walk please sponsor a walker. You make a difference with your pledge. Our participation will benefit River City Food Bank.
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 Secret Pals
We are looking for a few more Secret Pals for the teachers and staff at Leataata Floyd School. During the school year a Secret Pal sends notes of encouragement; small gifts reflecting what they wrote on their information sheets for them, their class or the school. A sign-up sheet is available at the Welcome Center or call Mary Hustler at 916-501-9148 or email to maryhustler@msn.com.
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 The Back Snack Program...
...always needs donations of tuna, oatmeal in individual packets, small cans of fruit, top ramen, power bars, and macaroni and cheese. You can leave your donations in the barrel under the stairs near the office.
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 An Evening Talk with
Kyabje Gelek Rimpoche
Tuesday, October 1, 6:30pm
Trinity Cathedral
This event is free and open to the public.
Co-hosted by Tibet House Sacramento and Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Learning Center.
Kyabje Gelek Rimpoche will often say he is happy to share what little he knows in order to "help ease our pain, relax our anxieties, reduce our anger and attachment, and build a little wisdom." With that in mind, we are delighted to bring to you this great master known for his compassionate wisdom and endearing wit. Don't be surprised to find yourself returning home with treasures for further reflection as well as tips to put to immediate use in your everyday world and relationships! The evening will begin at 6:30pm with a performance by the Creative Connections Arts Academy Choir as well as chanting of the Heart Sutra accompanied by the Veena. Rimpoche's talk will begin around 7pm.
Click here for a flyer.
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 Camp Noel Porter's 60th Anniversary GALA
Saturday, October 5 - Doors open 5:30, Dinner 6:30
St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 2140 Mission Ave, Carmichael
Tickets $100.00 per person
Please join us for this benefit GALA. The evening will include a silent auction, wonderful food, lively entertainment and information about the awesome ministry that is Camp Noel Porter. You can call Camp Noel Porter at 530-583-3014 or visit www.campnoelporter.org.
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It's time for Harvest for Hunger, River City Food Bank's fall fundraiser! The food trucks will be lining the streets, and we'll be celebrating the season with music, wine, beer and great food. If you haven't had a chance to see our Choice Food Distribution Model, you can join the tours of the food bank and see how we serve over 6,000 people a month. Make plans to bring some friends and join us on October 10th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm!
Click here to purchase tickets or support this event with a sponsorship.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
Sunday, October 20
Team Name: Sutter Health Sac-Sierra Region
Team Captain: Mary Pare, RN
Walking Towards a World without Breast Cancer
Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a world without breast cancer.
The American Cancer Society is working towards that by funding breast cancer research. Such research costs real dollars. We need your help.
Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a world without breast cancer.
Until that happens women and men need support during and after their treatment. The American Cancer Society is there with information regarding treatment, transportation assistance through free wheelers, and ways to reduce the physical impact of chemotherapy with free wigs and "Look Good Feel Better" classes. Over 40% of women diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States turns to the American Cancer Society for help. Such support costs real dollars. We need your help.
Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a world without breast cancer.
Until that happens we can promote early detection and fund mammograms for women who need them. Breast imaging costs real dollars. We need your help.
And can show the breast cancer survivors in our community our support by walking with them. When we gather together, walk together and fund raise together we demonstrate our commitment to end the devastating impact of this disease.
So join us, on Sunday, October 20, 2013 for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, the American Cancer Society walk to raise money for breast cancer research and patient support. The walk will start on the West Steps of the State Capitol in Sacramento at 8am (staggered start until 9am ) and concludes at 11:00am. We will meet at 7:45am on the west steps.
Anyone can join our team, Sutter Health Sac-Sierra Region: Sutter employees, our families, our friends, our children and our patients. Follow this link if you would like to join our team or, for more information, contact Mary Pare, RN at parem@sutterhealth.org
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Capital Region Connect:
Employment Connect and Homeless Connect
Friday, October 25
This year marks the first annual Capital Region Connect, an event aimed to improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness by connecting individuals with needed employment and supportive services. Capital Region Connect is comprised of two events: Employment Connect and Homeless Connect.
Employment Connect is a unique job-fair designed to link ready-to-hire participants with employers who are ready and willing to hire. This job fair is built upon collaboration, support, and the understanding that in order to end homelessness, the community must address systemic causes, one of which is unemployment.
Homeless Connect is modeled after Project Homeless Connect, originating in San Francisco in 2004. Homeless Connect is a distinctive event, as it provides a myriad of services to individuals experiencing homelessness in a "one-stop shop" fashion. Homeless Connect emphasizes hospitality and creates an environment where individuals feel comfortable accessing services on their path toward stability.
Capital Region Connect will be held on Friday, October 25, 2013. For more information about this event and how to get involved, please contact Anira Khlok, Information and Program Coordinator at akhlok@sacstepsforward.org.
~~ Submitted by Shireen Miles
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