Cathedral Organ renovation update

The process of restoring and enhancing Trinity Cathedral's wonderful Reuter organ has begun. Built in 1983, the organ urgently needs repairs and deferred maintenance in order to protect and revive its soaring voice that has become a cornerstone of worship here. 

This restoration process is planned in two major phases.

• The first phase will provide much-needed TLC to the mechanics of the existing organ, repairing and replacing worn-out or otherwise-misbehaving pipes and infrastructure.

• The second phase will complete the antiphonal division in the Narthex, providing a more balanced sound that will encourage and support congregational singing, especially in the rear one-third of the church. This addition was planned for in the original design of the organ thirty-two years ago.

With that in mind, here is an update on the progress of the project:

We are very happy to announce that sufficient funds have been paid or pledged to begin the first phase. We are about to sign contracts for that work to commence.

Meanwhile, Canon for Music David Link has been touring some sites around the country to evaluate possible materials and configurations for new and replacement pipes to build and enhance the sound.

This is an exciting point in the life of music ministry at the Cathedral! We will keep you apprised of progress, and will make you aware of ways that you can contribute to its success.

Thank you.

David Lindgren, Chair, Organ Restoration Committee

David Link, Canon for Music

For a fuller view of the scope of this restoration, please click: http://trinitycathedral.org/worship/trinity-organ-renovation-project 

Choral Evensong

Thursday, November 20 at 6:00pm

Please join the Trinity Cathedral Choir for Choral Evensong, on Thursday, November 20th at 6pm, as we commemorate the Feast of St Edmund of East Anglia, King and Martyr. 

Introit: Before the ending of the day - plainsong
Preces & Responses - Gabriel Jackson 
Psalm 21: 1-7 Anglican chant by Ray Urwin 
Canticles: "Truro" Evening Service - Gabriel Jackson 
Anthem: O How Glorious - Healey Willan
Organ Voluntary: Elegy & Fugue - Healey Willan

Choral Evensong is a lovely way to finish a busy and noise-filled day... with music, readings, and prayers. We hope you'll join us!

Thursday Night at the Cathedral

 on November 20

6:00pm - Compline

6:15pm - Dinner ($7)

7:00pm - Classes

Tool Pouch for Living

Presenter: Vaughn Wolff              

"Come explore Lessons in Christian Metaphysics for 12 evenings that will help us understand and adapt our habits of thinking so we can experience life with more joy, greater health and confidence in the ever present Christ. We will be using Dr. Frederick Bailes, Basic Principles of the Science of Mind, Twelve Lesson Home Study Course.

Mystics Then and Now 

Presenter: Susan Van Dyke

This session will focus on offerings from psalms, poetry and prayer.  Individuals highlighted may include Hildegard of Bingen, Rumi, Hafiz, W.B. Yeats. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, David Whyte and Mary Oliver.  This will be an experiential adventure for all.  Three books will provide background, but no purchase of any is required.  We may spend some time with the book given at this year's women's' retreat, Strength for the Journey.  All are invited to come "taste and see." 

Bible and Book of Common Prayer Challenge 

Facilitators: Rhonda Canby and the Rev. Randy Knutson

The goal is to read one chapter in the New Testament, one Psalm, and one of the prayers in the Book of Common Prayer each day for one year to anchor each day in scripture, and to become familiar with the beauty of the prayers in the Prayer Book. 

Beginning Tonight

A Christmas Carol

Facilitator: Susan Hotchkiss

"A Christmas Carol" has been a holiday favorite for over 150 years. Written as a novella by English author Charles Dickens in 1843, it has been produced for stage and screen a multitude of times. During Advent here at Trinity, we will have the opportunity to view the movie, hear about the work's historical significance and discuss how the themes are still important in our spiritual lives today.  

Saturday, November 22, 2014, at 6:30 pm

at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

• Nick Gorton, MD, Lyon-Martin Health Services 
• Sage Fox, Capt. US Army Reserve, Transgender Rights Activist 
• Devon Marchant, Transgender Community Advocate

The Transgender Day of Remembrance memorializes those killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. The first memorial was a candlelight vigil in Boston in November 1999 to honor Rita Hester, murdered in 1998. Since then, annual memorials on this day have been observed around the world. This vigil will be dedicated to the memories of Carina Holleran, Carol Byers and Ruby Molina among our many brothers and sisters who have fallen to ignorance and intolerance.

Newcomers' Group

Meets in Room C at 10:15am

The group will discuss Living With Change. All are invited 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.

Introduction to the Episcopal Church

Meets in Room A at 10:15am 

This is the last class of this course. We meet after the 9 AM Service. Bring your questions!

30/40s and Beyond

Meets in the Conference Room at 10:15am

Sunday, November 23 at 4:00pm

Growing in Faith leaders meeting.

"Growing in Faith" is a program in which members of Trinity gather in small groups to explore issues of faith. Find out more by attending a potluck this Sunday from 4 - 6 PM. Call the office (916-446-2513) to sign up. The program begins December 7.

 

If you cannot make the potluck and would like more information, contact Jerry Pare' (916-930-8032 or jpare111452@gmail.com).

Thanksgiving Day Service

Thursday, November 27 at 10:00 am

Please join us for this service of Thanksgiving. Canon Walker will be the Celebrant and Deacon Steve Skiffington will preach. 

Note that there will not be a noon Centering Prayer on Thanksgiving.

2013 Thanksgiving dinner guests.

4th Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal

Thursday, November 27, meal served noon to 2pm

Helping to serve at the 2013 Thanksgiving dinner

This is Trinity's 4th year offering a traditional Thanksgiving meal to all who are within our community and within our church - it is created by donations of food from our Trinity members to feed our guests who attend. In the past 3 years there have been 80+ coming to be in community of our gratitude for all we have.

The sign up sheet is in the Great Hall - outside of the Bookshop. The need is for prepared basic Thanksgiving food. All donations of food can be dropped off on Wednesday and on Thursday morning prior to and after the service at 10am

Give. Donate. Serve.

Offer Gratitude - Thanks and Communion.

Contact is Tracy at teambob@att.net or 916.765.8185

Holiday Craft and Boutique Fair

Sunday, November 30, 10am - 3pm

The Chateau on Capitol Avenue (2701 Capitol, Sacramento)

You are invited to the Chateaux 5th annual fair.  You'll find unique gifts from more than 25 vendors including home décor, jewelry, accessories, clothing, artwork, specialty food items and more.

ROS Shirley Sassman

Trinity is saddened to learn of the death of Shirley Sassman on November 15. A Service of Remembrance will be held at Trinity on Tuesday, December 9 as part of the 12:10 service.

Trinity Cathedral's 

Christmas Fair is coming!

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 14th, when TREE will be putting on its annual Christmas Fair in the Great Hall from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm.

Find gifts local and global which support artists, craftspeople, and non-profit groups. As a teaser, think about musical crafts, jewelry, and scarves from Africa, jewelry from various artisans, pottery from a famous local potter, and pottery from Nicaragua and Guatemala, quilt items, reusable product bags, beautiful notecards and much more. Never mind all those other craft fairs-ours is the best. Reject shopping mall madness!   Bring your friends and family.

Floyd School

Christmas Gifts: Beginning Sunday, November 23 we will have families from Floyd School who need Christmas gifts. Please come to the Great Hall  between services and choose a family or a child to help this Christmas. You will get the name of the child, age, sizes  and some needs of that child. We have the parents name and phone number if you have

Wrapping Christmas Gifts

questions.

We also will be decorating bags for the holiday gift bags for the school. Join us in the Great Hall between services. We will have fun. 

We will also need help with wrapping on December 18 at 7:00pm and delivering to families before Christmas.

The after school Polynesian dance group will perform on Tuesday, December 16. There are 40 children in the program. The school has given me the fabric and we are developing a pattern for a mumu type dress for each child. I will have fabric and patterns on Sunday if any one can help sew a few of these costumes. It's straight sewing with an elastic around the neckline. I will be at a table in the Great Hall with the materials to take home.

For those of you who would like to correspond with Floyd School's principal here is his email: 

Eric-Chapman@scusd.edu

Please look for the Floyd School table on Sunday.

Blessings,
Canon Nancy Tennyson

Veterans Day Display

My many thanks to all the veterans (and veteran lovers) who contributed to our Veteran's Day Display. Your stories, memorabilia and service to our country are priceless and the exhibit was wonderful. Special thanks to Ralph Bonds for being NCOIC of the exhibit.

Candace Miller, COL, AN, retired.

In the Community