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This Week @ Trinity
August 2, 2018
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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 5, The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Trinity's 2-service Sunday schedule will continue through September 2.
Holy Eucharist Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
The Rev. Sarah Shofstall will preach at both services. Jennifer Cochran and The Gateway Band will play at the 10 a.m. Eucharist service. Music will include Steve Angrisano's "Go Make A Difference," Glen Burleigh's "Order My Steps" and "Gather Us In" by Marty Haugen.
Community Gospel Reflections (Bible study) - 9 a.m.
Cathedral Tour
-11:15 a.m.
Trinity Cathedral was named one of Ohio's most beautiful churches in 2016. Learn why in a 30-minute tour that highlights Trinity's architecture, art and history.
Episcopal Peace Fellowship Meeting
- 11:15 a.m.
EPF is a national organization connecting all who seek a deliberate response to injustice and violence, and want to pray, study and take action for justice and peace in our communities, our church and the world.
All are welcome to attend and learn more about the work of EPF and how you can become an active participant with Trinity and other churches in the Diocese. Contact Debbie Hunter at hunterd16@roadrunnner.com, Bruce Freeman at freeman.bruce@gmail.com or download a flyer for more information.
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Dean Search Committee Update
The Search Committee is completing home church visits for the lead candidates.
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Marion-Sterling School Supplies
Needed
Donate by Sunday, August 5
Students at nearby Marion-Sterling School will return to class on
August 13
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Trinity's help has been requested by the School to equip students for the new school year.
Here are the supplies needed:
#2 pencils
12-inch plastic rulers
16-pack crayons
3-ring binders
Blunt scissors
Colored pencils
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Erasers
Glue sticks
Pocket folders
Spiral notebooks (one subject)
Washable wide markers (8 ct)
Wide-ruled filler paper
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Donations may be dropped off at Trinity's Front Desk.
Monetary donations are also welcome! You can donate online or send a check payable to Trinity Cathedral with "Marion-Sterling School supplies" on the memo line.
Checks may be submitted through Sunday's offering, left at the Front Desk or mailed. All donations -- supplies or cash -- must be received by Sunday,
August 5.
Tip: This year the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is August 3-5.
During the Tax Holiday,
school supplies priced at $20 per item or less
are exempt from sales and use tax.
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Trinity's 2017 Annual Report is Available Online
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Members, please send your photo for the congregational directory to Ginger Bitikofer (
gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.org) if you haven't already done so.
Alternatively,
you can have her take your photo on a Sunday morning.
Make it easier for our new Priest Associate, the Rev. Sarah Shofstall, and soon, our new dean, to get to know everyone!
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2018 Youth
Mission Trip a Success!
Last Sunday evening, twenty-six youth from Trinity and the Diocese of Ohio, their adult chaperones and group leaders -- Trinity's Kate McFadden and St. Paul Medina's Mary Anthony -- returned weary and renewed from their Mission Trip to Dungannon, Virginia. Visit Facebook and Instagram for photos and stories of their service, ministry and fellowship.
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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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Refugee 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 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 Summer Choir Sunday at Trinity for this year. Meet in the choir room at 9:15 a.m. to rehearse briefly for the 10 a.m. service.
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Wednesday, August 15, 11 a.m.
Seniors, make your reservation to attend the second annual Trinity Senior Summer Social on 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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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.
Marion-Sterling School Supplies Sorters and Drivers:
Volunteers are needed to help sort the donated school supplies on Sunday, August 5 after the 10 a.m. service. The supplies will be delivered to the school on Monday, August 6 (late morning). Contact David Cratty at 216-228-5721 or
dcratty1@sbcglobal.net
if you are available to help deliver the supplies to Marion-Sterling.
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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Presiding Bishop Recovering After July 31 Surgery
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry is resting comfortably following surgery on Tuesday, July 31. According to the Presiding Bishop's family and his medical team, the surgery went well, as had been expected. A full recovery continues to be anticipated.
Read the full update
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Please add Presiding Bishop Michael Curry to your prayers for a rapid and full recovery.
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Pick Your Own Veggies at Bellwether Farm
Saturday, August 4, 9 a.m. - Noon
Members of the Diocese of Ohio are invited to "Pick Your Own" day at Bellwether Farm on Saturday, August 4 from 9 a.m. until noon. The current harvest includes: tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, onions, potatoes, carrots, beans, swiss chard, kale, cucumbers, salad mix, herbs and flowers. Donations are welcome and will be gratefully accepted to help support the Farm!
Reusable insulated harvest
bags with the Bellwether Farm logo will be available for a donation of $5 or more.
Contact Farm Manager Kyle Mitchell at
kmitchell@bellwether.com
for more information.
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Seed Saving Workshop at Bellwether Farm
Saturday, August 11, 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Cohosted 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 - 7 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 Family Support Ministry encourages all interested in justice for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers to attend.
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The mission of Trinity Cathedral is to proclaim in word and action
God's justice, love and mercy for all creation.
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