4th Annual Thanksgiving Community-Church Dinner!

Once more we are looking to serve a special Thanksgiving meal to those who would like to come and share with us on Thursday, November 28th from 8am to 2pm.

We will need donations of turkeys (pre-cooked), potatoes, cranberries, pies, sweet potatoes and casseroles...a sign-up sheet for food donations and for volunteers to come and join in giving thanks and sharing some of their time will be posted in the great hall...

Please join Sally Smith in celebrating this day!  Help is needed: 9-10 for setup; 11-1 for serving; 12-2 for clean up.

Questions? teambob@att.net

Help Needed Setting Up The Nursery

Saturday, November 30, 3:00-5:00pm

Phase 1 of the nursery renovation is almost complete. On this Saturday, Nov.30th, we will need some help getting all the toys, equipment, and supplies back in and put away.

Please join us from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. for moving and organizing - and a tour of this beautiful new space. For more information please contact Rev. Kathy Hopner at khopner@trinitycathedral.org.

Thank you!

Advent Ingathering

We'll make shopping easy this year by sharing information from Episcopal Relief and Development. We'll let you know how they serve the world, and how you can help. We'll have Christmas catalogs for you to shop from. (Don't know what to give Aunt Sadie? How about a flock of chickens? Don't know what to give your favorite clergy person? How about a sheep-after all, the clergy are shepherds of the flock!) No, we won't have to build sheep pens or chicken coops, but your gifts will be given through ERD to the needy throughout the world, and the people you honor will receive a card from you telling them what you have given in their names.

If you're interested in giving locally, we'll introduce you to the work of Episcopal Community Services. ECS works with congregations to expand their ministries. Trinity Cathedral was a recipient of a grant from ECS this year to include non-parishioners in our Wednesday evening dinners for the homeless by paying for the food. This is one small example of the kind of work ECS does. We'll share with you the exciting work ECS does in our own community through building up the ministries of our Episcopal parishes.

Hopefully, in assisting you in simplifying your shopping while ministering to the needs of our community and the world, you will be able to have a quiet, contemplative and holy Advent to prepare for the coming of Jesus into the world.

~~ Deacon Virginia McNeely

The Great 'O' Antiphons of Advent 

Sunday, December 1st 

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 the 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 a beautiful setting of Psalm 122 by Sidney Nicholson.

For the second year in a row, another service featuring the 'O' Antiphons will be held at 9:00 am, with a non-traditional setting of the 'O' Antiphons composed by Kathy Powell, sung by the Celebration Choir. The format will similar to the 11:15 service with Advent banners, lessons, and prayers. Also included will be music by Daniel Burton and Andrae Crouch.

Join the Cathedral choirs for this powerful and unique way to start the season of Advent!

2012 Alternative Christmas Fair

Jingle Those Bells at...

Trinity's Alternative Christmas Fair

One Day Only: Sunday, December 1, 8:30am - 3:00pm

Come to Trinity's Annual Alternative Christmas Fair, Sunday, December 1st,in the Great Hall from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Your purchases support talented local artists and craftspeople as well as local and overseas non-profit social service

2012 Alternative Christmas Fair

organizations. So forget going to those big box stores and fighting the crowds at the mall. Our own Alternative Christmas Fair is a great alternative to the commercialism that has invaded Christmas. Bring cash-some organizations cannot take credit cards.

The Fair is sponsored by TREE: Trinity Respecting Earth & Environment.

Make an Advent Wreath

Sunday, December 1,

10:15-11:00 in Room A

Observe the season of Advent with an Advent wreath made by you. Please come and make an Advent wreath for your family and pick up the printed service for observing Advent in your home. Everything will be provided we just need you.

Soul Survivor

Finding A Faith That Can Survive The Church

Meets at 10:15am in the ASSEMBLY AREA (this Sunday only)

How does one nurture a Christian faith vigorous enough to thrive in spite of wounds received at the hands of a church?

That will be the central question driving a discussion course that will be offered for seven Sundays starting November 3. We will consult the wisdom of various wise leaders, including some who were not Christians. The resource book will be Soul Survivor by Philip Yancey. Class facilitators will be Vaughn Wolff and George Swank. Questions? Contact George Swank at gswank2@pacbell.net

Newcomers' Group

Will NOT meet this Sunday.  Class resumes on December 8.

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.

Thursday Night at the Cathedral

 on December 5

6:00pm - Candlelight Compline

6:15pm - TNAC Dinner ($7:00)

7:00pm - TNAC Classes

Classes-7 to 8:30 p.m.

Journaling through Advent with Henri Nouwen 

Canon Lynell Walker, Facilitator

Thursdays: Dec. 5, 12 and 19

Advent is easy to miss. It's a hectic time. The hope of this class is that it will give us a chance to pause, at least five nights, and listen to the summons of Advent. Participants are invited to order this book through the Cathedral Bookshop and bring a journal for posting reflections. It's winter. It's time to pause.

Let Every Heart Prepare: Meditations for Advent and Christmas by the Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton.

The Rev. Anne McKeever, Facilitator

Thursdays: Dec. 5, 12 and 19

Rev. Crafton's stories and reflections will be used as springboards for the sharing of our own Advent and Christmas stories and traditions.

Randy Knutson and Rhonda Canby present the Bible Challenge, through January 2, 2014. 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.(Conference Room.)

Dean Brian Baker presents the OLD TESTAMENT on   December 5. Dean Baker teaches about the Old Testament books of the Bible we're reading for the Bible Challenge.

The California International Marathon will run next Sunday, causing some intersections near the church to be closed. The race starts at 7am near Folsom Dam and travels Oak Ave, Fair Oaks Blvd, and J Street to the Capitol. AVOID L STREET. See runcim.org for more information.

Christmas Altar Flowers 

• Write "Christmas Flower Donation" on a sheet of paper.
• Include your name, telephone number and your memorial or thanksgiving.
• Please indicate how you would like your name to appear in the Christmas Service Program.

Journey Down the Camino de Santiago

Sunday, December 8 at 4pm in the Assembly Area

We will share in a Journey Down the Camino de Santiago. Elba White, Donna Chipps, Emma and Theo Blinn and Canon Lynell Walker will share their experiences of walking this ancient pilgrimage. Questions will be most welcome!  

 ~~ Canon Walker+

Charis Hill

Arthritis Foundation Fundraiser

My name is Charis Hill.  I became a member at Trinity Cathedral on Mother's Day 2013. I am 26 and I have Ankylosing Spondylitis. It's a chronic, autoimmune, progressive, degenerative, painful disease - a very severe form of arthritis that ruthlessly attacks the body with aggressive inflammation that can cause spinal fusion, fatigue, severe joint pain, stiffness, progressive loss of flexibility, eye issues, lung issues, disability, and much, much more.

My journey began in February of this year with two separate visits (in two weeks) to a local Urgent Care Clinic. The first visit I suspected pneumonia, the second I suspected a heart attack. After tests and consultations I was told, "none of these tests shows anything wrong with you, perhaps you're suffering from depression and anxiety, would you like some antidepressants?" I said no to the medication.

I decided to reach out to my father to ask about the medical history on his side of the family. I received this email from him: "I talked to my rheumatologist. He says it sounds like you could have A.S. That's not a happy thought, and I'm qualified to say so...Before I go any farther - you need to get to a rheumatologist - I need you to call me."

This May, 47 people donated $2,500 in my honor to the Arthritis Foundation's Walk. I am honored to announce I have been chosen to be the Adult Honoree of the Jingle Bell Run/Walk this December 14th, a fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation. I would be honored for you to join my team or make a donation.  Trinity is my closest family, so I'm asking for this support from my heart. Read my story and donate or join my team at www.tinyurl.com/supportcharis.

Advent Retreat: "A Season of Peace--

Advent through Epiphany"
Saturday, December 7, 1:00PM--5:00PM
with Brother Mark Schroeder, O.F.M.
at St. Francis Parish Center, 26th & K Streets

We will be looking at the Gospel readings of this season--in a simple, relaxed format. There will be time for silence, discussion, and prayer experiences. Please consider joining us, away from the hustle and bustle of shopping and parties, as a wonderful way to put Christ back in Christmas for you. Donation only. No registration necessary, yet a quick email will help with the count, to brothermark@att.net .

~~ Submitted by the Rev. Anne McKeever

Two Opportunities to Speak Out for the Protection of Low-Income Housing in Sacramento

• Monday, December 9th

WHERE TO BOARD THE BUS: Sacramento Housing Alliance's Headquarters, 1800 21st Street.
DEPARTS: 3pm sharp
DESTINATION: Building Association of Northern California's offices in Roseville.
Press Conference @ 4:15 pm  &  Deacon Steve to Preach
BUS RETURNS TO SACRAMENTO:  Approximately 6:30

• Tuesday, December 10

WHAT: Board of Supervisors Meeting

WHERE: The board's chambers at 700 H Street

As this e-news goes to press, we do not have a meeting time, but stay tuned to the next e-news for that. 

This will be the last time the supervisors take public comments before they take action on the plan.

Follow this link for more details...

~~Submitted by Deacon Steve Skiffington