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This Week @ Trinity
August 9
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| Relighting the Reredos and High Altar, two summer lighting upgrade projects, were completed in July. Other illumination upgrades included: LED retrofitting of the Columbarium stairwell and sanctuary walkway chandeliers, and the repair/refocusing of the Choir Stall spotlights. |
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Prospect Avenue is being resurfaced from East 22 to East 36 Streets. Two-way traffic and access to the Trinity parking lot will be maintained throughout the work.
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Sunday, August 12, The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
Trinity's 2-service Sunday schedule will continue through September 2.
Holy Eucharist Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
We welcome back Chris Decatur, Trinity's former Children, Youth and Family Minister. Chris is visiting Cleveland before he returns to the Virginia Theological Seminary for his second year of study.
Chris will preach at both services.
During the 10 a.m. service, Kristine Caswelch -- one of the Cathedral Choir's outstanding sopranos -- will sing Richard Hundley's "Arise My Love," G. F. Handel's "How Beautiful Are the Feet of Them" and "O, Had I Jubal's Lyre," and J. S. Bach's "Erfüllet, irh himmlischen."
We welcome Daniel Covedill and Ava Fragoso, daughter of Josh and Lindsey Fragoso, into The Episcopal Church! Daniel and Ava will be baptized during the 10 a.m. service.
Community Gospel Reflections (Bible study) - 9 a.m.
Tai Chi - 9 a.m.
Trinity member George Anderson leads a Tai Chi session during the 9 a.m. education hour. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome.
Hang out with Kate - during the 10 a.m. service
Children are invited to "Hang Out with Kate" in the East Transept during the sermon.
Daughters of the King (DOK) -
during the 10 a.m. service
Trinity's chapter of the Daughters of the King will install Gi Gi Burkett, Kelly Henderson, Judith Junda and Nancyanne Sinclair into the Order. We will welcome officers from the Diocese of Ohio's DOK to share in this special day. There will be a reception following the service.
T23 Second Sunday Social - 11:30 a.m.
Trinity's 20s/30s
group will gather this Sunday for a
Second
Sunday
Social potluck picnic. T23 will meet at the Peace Pole picnic table near the Trinity Commons entrance after the 10 a.m. service. Bring a picnic-themed dish to share. All are welcome!
Contact Audrey
Hudak at
Upcoming Life/Safety Projects Construction - Information Table
Construction will begin this month on several life/safety projects throughout the Cathedral. Stop by the information table in the Promenade, staffed by Property Committee members and COO Diane Swander, to learn more.
See the related article, "To Welcome and to Serve," below.
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Dean Search Committee Update
The Search Committee has completed home church visits and will bring the four leading candidates to Cleveland for interviews over the next two weeks.
The
Search Committee asks for your continued prayers.
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With God's help, WE DID IT!
As announced this past Sunday, in less than 3 months, the Cathedral community made gifts exceeding $42,000 to meet the "Smith Trust Challenge." Over 80 households contributed -- many more than once! Our $42,000 plus two foundation grants totaling $30,000 met the $72,000 challenge
goal.
The Smith Trust will now award a $75,000 grant to be used for Trinity's life/safety projects.
Read the complete message
sent August 6
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See the related article, "To Welcome and to Serve," below.
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Marion-Sterling School Supplies Delivered
School supplies from Trinity's recent drive were delivered to Marion-Sterling School on Monday morning, August 6. Many thanks to all who donated supplies and uniforms, made monetary donations, shopped, and sorted. Nearly $1,200 and 22 hefty boxes and bags of supplies were donated. This year's response and team effort were fantastic!
Located less than one-mile from Trinity, Marion-Sterling School serves K through Grade 8 children living in one of Cleveland's most economically distressed neighborhoods. Trinity is a founding member of the Marion-Sterling School Community Partnership, which was established in 2005.
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Trinity's 2017 Annual Report is Available Online
Limited printed copies are available. Contact Doreen Hughes at dhughes@trinitycleveland.org or 216-774-0415 to order.
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Upcoming Meetings and Programs
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Knitting Pearls Summer Sessions
Fridays, August 10, 24 - 9:30 a.m.
All who crochet or do other needlework are welcome to join the Friday Knitting Pearls this summer. Contact Elizabeth Billings at billings13@gmail.com to learn more.
Monday Knitting Pearls
Monday, August 13, 6 p.m.
The Monday Knitting Pearls group will meet in the Trinity Commons' Subway on August 13.
The meeting is open to all.
Contact Toni Ponzo at amp1of5@gmail.com for more information.
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Faith Journey Book Group
Tuesdays, August 14 and September 11, 6 p.m.
On August 14, the Faith Journey book group will discuss Michael Eric Dyson's
Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to White America.
Diarmaid McCullough's compelling contemplation on the role of silence in Christian tradition,
Silence: A Christian History, will be discussed at the September 11 meeting. Contact Bruce Freeman at
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Wednesday, August 15, 11 a.m.
Seniors, make your reservation to attend the second annual Trinity Senior Summer Social this Wednesday, August 15 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come for a light lunch, Eucharist, and some time with your friends. RSVP to Ginger Bitikofer at
gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.org
or 216-774-0407. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help with the cost of lunch.
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Refugee/Immigrant Family Support Ministry Coffee Klatch
Sunday, August 19, 9 a.m.
In November 2015, Trinity members sent a signed letter to Governor John Kasich insisting that immigrants should always be welcomed in the state of Ohio.
Shortly thereafter, Trinity's Refugee/Immigrant Family Support Ministry was formed to do the following:
- One-to-one family mentoring for those just arriving in the US
- Financial support for an undocumented family living in sanctuary at a local church
- ESL (English as a Second Language) tutoring, and
- Transportation support for families seeking a safe passage to the immigration courts.
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Summer Choir Sunday
Sunday, August 19, 9:15 a.m.
Join Todd Wilson, Director of Music, as he leads voices of all ages in song on August 19. Anyone who enjoys singing is welcome to join the August 19 choir!
This is the final 2018 Summer Choir Sunday at Trinity. Meet in the choir room at 9:15 a.m. to rehearse briefly for the 10 a.m. service.
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To Welcome and To Serve in the 21st Century
What do the following have in common -- automatic door openers, a fire suppression system, and emergency signage and lighting? They are just a few of the many "hospitality" projects that are slated for work this year at the Cathedral. "To Welcome" (accessibility) and "To Serve" (life/public safety) projects were given the highest priority during our spring 2016 congregational discernment of potential capital campaign projects. These priorities became the basis for Trinity's From Generation to Generation capital campaign launched later that year.
Work on eight different accessibility and life/safety projects will begin this month. The R.W. Clark Company, Inc., a regional company with over 37 years of experience, is the general contractor. R. W. Clark was awarded the contract after a competitive RFP and negotiation process that was overseen by Trinity's Property Committee. The work will take five months and is expected to be completed in early 2019.
This Sunday, August 12, an informational table in the Promenade will be staffed by members of the Property Committee and Trinity's Chief Operating Officer Diane Swander to explain the projects and answer questions. A link to a PowerPoint presentation describing the scope of work and project detail is below.
All of the hospitality projects will be funded in full from our From Generation to Generation campaign proceeds. To date, the campaign has raised more than $1.3 million from over 300 generous pledges, gifts, and grants. This includes recent "Smith Trust challenge" donations, to which more than 80 Trinity households contributed (some twice!) to qualify for a $75,000 Trust grant. The hospitality projects will be the second and largest campaign expenditure to date. The first was 580 new sanctuary chairs, which were installed in December 2017.
Some of the completed hospitality projects will not be visible -- basement sprinklers, air dampers, and a comprehensive fire alarm system. Others will appear quietly -- new exterior handrails, automatic door openers, and emergency exit signage -- and become quickly assimilated in day-to-day functions. Both, however, signal our deep and abiding ministry to love and serve our neighbors. So, "excuse our dust" as we undertake the significant work to bring our historic Cathedral up to 21st century standards of "welcoming" and "serving"!
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Senior Summer Social Drivers:
Volunteer drivers are needed to transport some of our seniors to and
from Trinity's Senior Summer Social on Wednesday, August 15,
11 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Drivers are invited to join us for lunch. Contact Ginger Bitikofer at
gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.com to volunteer or for more information.
Urban Farm Gardeners:
Volunteers are needed at Trinity's Urban Farm to help with harvesting, composting, mowing, planting, trimming or weeding. Work crews meet every Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon at the Farm (East 35 Street and Central Avenue). You need not stay the entire time.
Help Welcome Our CSU Student Neighbors!
Cleveland State University students will be returning to campus soon! This year, Trinity's "Move-In Welcome" for arriving CSU students will be Friday, August 24 and Saturday, August 25 from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. Volunteers are needed to pass out water and snacks on campus and to welcome students and their families who visit the Cathedral. Contact the Rev. Sarah Shofstall at sshofstall@trinitycleveland.org to sign up.
Annual CSU "Welcome Back!" Block Party
Trinity will host its annual "Welcome Back!" Block Party for CSU students, staff and faculty on Monday, August 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trinity volunteers are needed to set-up, prepare food, greet and clean up. Please contact Rev. Sarah Shofstall at sshofstall@trinitycleveland.org if you are interested in welcoming students at this event!
Children/Youth Group Teachers & Assistants: Volunteers are needed to serve in Trinity's Children & Youth faith formation program this fall. The ministry rewards are tenfold in fun and fellowship with Trinity's kids and teenagers. A commitment of two Sundays a month during the
10 a.m. formation hour is requested. No experience is necessary to serve. Leader orientation and "Safeguarding God's Children" training will be provided. Contact Kate at kmcfadden@trinitycleveland.org or 216-774-0478 to get involved.
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Seed Saving Workshop at Bellwether Farm
Saturday, August 11, 3 p.m.
Co-hosted with the Cleveland Seed Bank, the Seed Saving Workshop on August 11 will teach participants the basics of harvesting and saving different types of seed, and how seed-saving benefits communities and biodiversity. After the workshop, everyone will have a chance to taste the fruits of the field at a farm-to-table dinner. The registration is $15 and availability is limited. More information is available at bellwetherfarm.com.
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St. Andrew Hosts Sanctuary Concert VIII
Sunday, August 19, 5 p.m.
St. Andrew Episcopal Church in Mentor (7989 Little Mountain Road, Mentor 44060) will present the eighth in a series of Sunday evening concerts to support its sanctuary family, Laura and her two sons. Celebrate the power of community through an evening of music with Corry Michaels, Guggy Guggenheim and Sur Lawrence Trupo. There will also be homemade Mexican food and hand-made chocolates by Laura! All proceeds benefit the St. Andrew Sanctuary project. Come as you are, give what you can! Visit the St. Andrew's website for more information.
Trinity's Refugee/Immigrant Family Support Ministry encourages all interested in justice for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers to attend.
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Lay and Clergy Leadership Conference
September 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Diocese of Ohio's 2018 Lay and Clergy Leadership Conference will be held on September 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bellwether Farm (4655 State Route 60 Wakeman 44889). The conference theme will be "Riding Backwards Bicycles: Practical Ways to Join God's Work." The Rev. Michael Binder will be the keynote speaker. The cost to attend is $10 per person, which includes lunch. Please register with Doreen Hughes,
dhughes@trinitycleveland.org or 216-774-0407. Visit
tinyurl.com/Lay-Conf-18 for more information.
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God's justice, love and mercy for all creation.
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