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This Week @ Trinity
August 16
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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 19, The Thirteenth 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.
Join Trinity's Pick-Up Choir
- 9:15 a.m. (rehearsal then 10 a.m. service)
J
oin 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.
During the 10 a.m. service, the Summer Choir will be singing the lively
Jamaican hymn, "Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ," and American composer Calvin Hampton's beautiful setting of "There's a Wideness in God's Mercy."
Community Gospel Reflections
(Bible study) - 9 a.m.
Refugee/Immigrant Family Support Ministry Coffee Klatch
- 9
a.
m.
Join us for coffee and conversation during education hour on Sunday, August 19 at 9 a.m. Learn how you can become involved in the Refugee/Immigrant Family Support Ministry's ongoing efforts. Contact Jeff Spiess at jpspiess@wowway.com or Ginger Bitikofer or gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.org
Tai Chi - 9 a.m.
Trinity member George Anderson leads a Tai Chi session during the 9 a.m. education hour in the Prospect Garden. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome.
St. Andrew Sanctuary Project Table
Stop by the St. Andrew Sanctuary Project table in the Promenade between services this Sunday to learn more about the Sanctuary Project and what you can do to support the effort.
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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!
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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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 Session
Friday, August 24, 9:30 a.m.
All who crochet or do other needlework are welcome to join the Friday Knitting Pearls on Friday, August 24 at 9:30 a.m. for the final knitting session of the summer season. Weekly Friday Knitting Pearls sessions resume at 9:30 a.m. on
Friday, September 7.
Contact Elizabeth Billings at billings13@gmail.com to learn more.
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Ice Cream Social
Sunday, September 2
The Cathedral Life Team invites all to come to an ice cream social on Sunday, September 2 -- the last summer Sunday. Ice cream will be served after the 10 a.m. service. Doughnuts will be served after the 8 a.m. service. We will have a sundae bar with favorite toppings. Lactose-free ice cream will be available.
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Faith Journey Book Group
Tuesdays, September 11 and October 9, 6 p.m.
On September 11, the Faith Journey book group will discuss
Diarmaid McCullough's compelling contemplation on the role of silence in Christian tradition,
Silence: A Christian History.
Rachel Held Evans' Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church will be discussed at the October 9 meeting. Searching for Sunday is a passionate look to the past with an optimistic eye to the future of what it means to be a part of the Church. Contact Bruce Freeman at
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Becoming Beloved Community Brown Bag Lunch
Sunday, August 26, 11:15 a.m.
Trinity's Becoming Beloved Community group invites all to a brown bag lunch on Sunday, August 26 following the 10 a.m. service. The group will view the third and final video in the series, Door of Return: Racial Truth and Reconciliation Pilgrimage to Ghana. The series was filmed in early 2017 during a pilgrimage led by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry with the Episcopal Relief & Development to Ghana, West Africa. Following the film, there will be a time of reflection around race, faith and the path toward healing.
Bring a lunch or purchase one at Subway or Ah-Roma. Contact Debbie Likins-Fowler at dlikinsfowler@gmail.com for questions.
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Friday, November 16 (Evening) - Saturday, November 16 (All Day)
Learn more about the Episcopal Church at the November "Inquirers' Retreat." Led by the Rev. Sarah Shofstall, this retreat is for those who are new to the Episcopal Church and want to learn more. It will prepare those who seek to be received or confirmed by the Bishop. This retreat is also for long-time members who want a refresher on what it means to be a Christian and what it means to be an Episcopalian.
The Inquirer's Retreat will be held at Bellwether Farm, the
Diocese of Ohio's
camp, retreat and education center
(4655 St. Rt. 60 Wakeman 44889), the evening of Friday, November 16, and all day Saturday, November 17.
The cost of meals and overnight accommodations is $80. Scholarships are available. Contact Sarah Shofstall at sshofstall@trinitycleveland.org to register or for more information.
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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.
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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 the 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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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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Family Camping Weekends at Bellwether Farm
August 24 - 26 and September 7 - 9
Bellwether Farm will offer two Family Camping Weekends on August 24 - 26 and September 7 - 9. Activities for each weekend include: a family cook-off, pond activities, a tour of the property, dancing, a bonfire, Sunday morning worship, a service project, field games and five great meals. The cost for the weekend is $150 for a family of four. There is a $25 charge for each additional family member. There is a limit of 15 families per weekend. Contact Camp Director Brandon Gooch at
bgooch@bellwetherfarm.com with any questions.
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Lay and Clergy Leadership Conference
Saturday, 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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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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