November 26, 2020 announcements |
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Online Sermon & Worship Services |
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The Very Rev. Troy D. Mendez, Dean |
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November 26, 2020
I will praise the name of God with a song; I will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Psalm 69:30
Thanksgiving reminds us that no matter our differences, we are still one people…. We are neighbors who look out for one another, especially those among us with the least. We are always, simply, Americans. - Barack Obama, 2014
Dear friends,
As we once again embark upon another Thanksgiving holiday this year, we are reminded of our responsibility to look out for one another, especially those among us with the least. In fact, our Gospel last Sunday reminded us of this when Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.” (Matthew 25:40)
Thanksgiving is definitely a reminder for us to give thanks to God, who is the giver of all good. We are given everything we have by God, and we are invited by God to use our resources wisely, for the well-being of all people. It is a most wonderful thing that on Thanksgiving Day, no one in America goes to bed hungry! However, our call as disciples of Jesus in this world compels us to strive to make this a reality every day.
For 5 years now, the people of Trinity Cathedral have forged a partnership with Garfield Elementary School. Supporting our neighbors in need has been of vital importance to our congregation, and we have seen our work grow, little by little, each and every year.
Check out this wonderful conversation between The Rev. Myra Kingsley and Garfield’s principal, Ms. Silvia Bernal.
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You, the people of Trinity Cathedral, have made a lasting impact on the lives of school children in our area. As we stock up Garfield’s food pantry, as we teach young children how to read, and as we help the Garfield community celebrate the holidays, we are bringing the spirit of Thanksgiving to our neighborhood 365 days per year.
You have been exceptionally faithful stewards of Trinity this year. Together, we are loving God with all our hearts, and loving (and helping) our neighbors! Now, we need your prayers, your engagement, and your financial support as we look towards 2021.
Just visit trinitycathedral.com/pledge or complete your pledge card that you received in the mail and send it back to the cathedral offices. If you have any questions about this process, including electronic giving, etc., please contact Cheryl Hamati, Director of Operations, at cheryl@trinitycathedral.com.
Our Garfield School partnership is one more reason Trinity is open. Trinity is active. Trinity is fully alive.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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In order to attend the in-person worship services at Trinity on Sunday mornings, you'll need a reservation.
- We will take reservations on-line and by phone starting at 9:00 a.m. on Mondays. Reservation requests will be received up to 4pm, Thursday afternoons.
- Cathedral telephone number: (602) 254-7126 x310
- Eventbrite sign-up page:
- Please know that we are mandated to limit seating to 50 people, and masks and proper social distancing will be required for all in attendance.
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Wednesday 12:10 p.m. Service Resumes December 2 |
A long-held tradition at Trinity will resume starting in Advent. Join us for a simple celebration of the Holy Eucharist each Wednesday at 12:10 p.m. Your cathedral clergy and staff wish to make this service available for the most vulnerable in our community, specifically those aged 65 and up. Of course, all will be welcome! Masks are required and social distancing is expected. Weather permitting, our plans will be to hold this service out of doors to create the safest and most secure environment for all attending worship.
In order to attend the in-person worship services at Trinity on Wednesdays, you'll need a reservation.
- Call the Cathedral offices starting Monday, November 30 at 10am at (602) 254-7126
- or, sign-up on our Eventbrite page:
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I know it’s been a long year but it’s time to think about Christmas shopping!
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Once again we are going to be adopting children that have been identified by NourishPhx (formerly known as ICM Food and Clothing Bank),
- 45 kids to be adopted by Cathedral members,
- $40 dollar limit per child, and
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All gifts must be delivered to the Cathedral no later than December 13.
The Cathedral's signup page can be located here:
You will also be able to donate online or a gift card in any denomination to Nourish Phoenix at www.nourishphx.org (these donations will be given to hard to buy for teens).
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Music At Trinity Fall Concerts |
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Lieder Concert
Nina Cole Garguilo and Toby Vaughn Kidd’s concert of art songs entitled “Through the Lenses,” is still available through November 27. To view the concert visit trinitymusicaz.org and click the "View Concert" button on the Lieder Concert photo, or see trinitymusicaz.org/virtual-concerts.
Phoenix Chorale
December 14 at 6:00 p.m. the Phoenix Chorale presents “Chris Chats” with artistic director Christopher Gabbitas interviewing guest conductors who led the Chorale for Christmas concerts in 2018 and 2019. Saturday, December 19 at 7:00 p.m. the Chorale Christmas Special features highlights from both concerts in addition to sing-alongs and new music by the Chorale.
A Virtual Festival of Lessons and Carols
This shorter and more intimate version of our traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be posted on the Music at Trinity website Sunday, December 20 at 5:00 p.m. Newly-recorded segments and virtual choir projects will augment recordings from previous years. Paula Provo’s harp prelude begins the service.
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Holy Communion at Your Home |
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In this time of pandemic, Trinity’s worship services were initially relegated to “online only,” and then more recently, we began offering a combination of online and in-person services. While a great number of people have attended our new in-person gatherings and have felt safe, there are some in our community who have felt it important for themselves to remain connected to us in an exclusively virtual environment. Everyone needs to make their own choices, and sometimes those choices are very difficult.
As a pastoral response to those who are unable to regularly attend in-person, your pastoral care team is seeking to help you participate in the worshiping life of Trinity in a more sacred and complete way. We are beginning to explore ways in which Holy Communion, can be offered to you at your home. Our first approach will be to send out people who attend the services to bring communion to you. This will be a way for people who attend in-person church to connect with you and bring you a portion of the gifts offered at the altar. As you expect, we will implement very strict safety protocols.
The logistics of this process are still being worked out, but we would like to hear from you! If you are someone who is safeguarding your health and purposely isolating from others because of COVID-19, and you would like to receive communion, please let us know by sending an e-mail to office@trinitycathedral.com. We will do our best to create a way in which you will begin to feel even more present and comfortable with the worshiping life of our beloved community.
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You Can Now Text Your Donation To Trinity Cathedral |
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Can you text with one hand? Did you teach your mom to use Facebook? Do you pay the dog walker with Zelle? Then you’ll appreciate the easy text-to-give process for Trinity Cathedral. That’s right, now you can support your faith community with text donations. It’s never been easier to give. Your gifts are always appreciated!
Here’s how:
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Save Trinity’s giving number to your contacts 646-832-4848.
- Text the amount you'd like to give, e.g. "25", to the giving number.
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Click on the link you receive, input the Cathedral’s quick code, trinity, complete the form and submit.
- The next time you text an amount to the giving number, the gift will be processed immediately.
It’s a simple and easy set up so you can donate any time. If you’re still curious, click here to view a video instruction: How do I use text-to-give?
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Christmas Eve schedule of services |
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Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2020
- 4:00 p.m. - In-Person Outdoor Service
- 6:00 p.m. - In-Person Bilingual Outdoor Service
- 8:00 p.m. - In-Person Outdoor Service
Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2020
- 10:00 a.m. - In-Person Service
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Learning & Connecting at Trinity |
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Save the Date -- 2022 Holy Land Pilgrimage |
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Registration is now open and new brochures are available HERE or in the Olney Gallery! Space is limited.
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Sunday 8:45am Online Bible Study |
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You are invited to join the 8:45am Sunday Morning Online Bible Study.
To Join Zoom Meeting, simply click on this link at 9am, Sunday mornings:
Password: 91503
Meeting ID: 935 718 695
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Sunday Morning ONLINE Coffee Hour |
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You don't have to miss seeing your Cathedral friends on Sundays! You can join a virtual Coffee Hour ONLINE immediately following the online worship service (11-ish) on Sunday mornings using Zoom.
To Join Zoom Meeting, simply click on this link anytime after 10:45am and before 11:45am on Sunday mornings:
PASSWORD: 123123
Meeting ID: 609 417 152
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Trinity Cathedral
Benevolence Fund
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Dear Friends,
Your cathedral chapter has established a Benevolence Fund to provide financial support for individuals and families who have fallen on difficult times financially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The scale of the coronavirus crisis is unmatched in recent history. It is a global pandemic that has reshaped society at every level and is reorienting our relationship to our community and to one another.
Our cathedral community has always rallied around members when they've experienced extreme hardship, and this is one of the ways that all of us can do something to help.
To that end, the cathedral chapter has established a restricted fund known as The Benevolence Fund to provide financial support for individuals and families who have fallen on difficult times financially as a result of or in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whether people have lost jobs, had pay reduced, or are struggling to survive, the Benevolence Fund is designed to provide one-time payments to help those affiliated with Trinity Cathedral move through these unprecedented times.
We are the people of Trinity Cathedral, and daily, we live into our mission: Welcoming all to be transformed in Christ through worship, fellowship, and service.
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Commended to our prayers: The Carlile family, Bob & Sharon, Parkie, Meredith, Noah & family.
Birthdays: Ken Heron, Henry Bardaweel (12/1), John Bosler, Jordan Davis (12/2), and Beau Reisig (12/4).
Anniversaries: Eddy Broadway & Stacy Sullivan (12/1).
Departed this Life: Bill Carlile, Robert Loren Davis; and all who have died during this pandemic.
Diocesan and Anglican Cycle of Prayer:
- Christ Church of the Ascension, Paradise Valley;
- The Lusitanian Church ;
- Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury;
- Michael, our Presiding Bishop;
- Jennifer, our Bishop;
- and all bishops, priests, and deacons.
Community Prayers:
- We pray for Health Care Workers, Doctors, Nurses along with those who support the work they do.
- For those in positions of authority in our city, our State and our Nation that they make wise and humane decisions.
- For this community that we strive for peace and justice in our daily lives and in the work that God has given us to do.
- For all who serve the nation, especially those in the armed forces.
- And, for refugees and all those affected by warfare, civil unrest, and natural disasters.
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Telephone (602) 254-7126
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