February 11, 2021 announcements |
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Online Sermon & Worship Services |
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The Very Rev. Troy D. Mendez, Dean |
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February 11, 2021
Dear friends,
When wonderful people cross our paths, we indeed experience one of God’s greatest blessings. In late 2013, when I began transitioning into the position as dean of Trinity Cathedral, one person became an absolutely invaluable resource to me. That person, of course, is Gary Gorman, our Office & Communications Manager at Trinity.
I’ve invited Gary to share some news with all of you today, which will all make us extremely proud of him. He writes:
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The Deacon, or the Celebrant, dismisses the People with these words:
Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.
(Book of Common Prayer, pg. 366)
For over 22 years, I have heard these words proclaimed at countless services to countless numbers of people at Trinity Cathedral. And, for over 22 years, the People would “go forth into the world” and, I and other members of the Cathedral staff would watch the People leave, then close the Great Doors, pickup loose papers, turn off lights, return to our desks, and start preparing for the next service.
Well, the time has come for me to “go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.” I have accepted an offer to become an Administrative Associate in the College of Health Solutions at ASU-Downtown. My last day will be Ash Wednesday.
Trinity has offered me a place to grow emotionally, spiritually, and educationally. The last few years, I have attended night school and acquired my bachelor’s degree. Consequently, I have gained much confidence in my capabilities to “go forth into the world.” And, I leave “rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.” Thanks be to God!
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Gary’s character and dedication to you, the people of Trinity, will be greatly missed! This is a day of both rejoicing and mourning -- rejoicing for Gary and mourning for us. When members of our clergy and staff leave our Trinity family, we normally will honor them with a luncheon, a reception, or a gathering of some sort. We have also traditionally “passed the hat” or collected a “purse” for the employee who is leaving, out of our gratitude for their service. In this time of pandemic, we are, sadly, not able to have an in-person send off, but I would like to encourage you to send Gary e-mails of well-wishes to: gary@trinitycathedral.com and send greeting cards and blessings (with any gifts of appreciation you would like to offer him) at the following address:
Gary Gorman
Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
For over two decades, this community has been a place that Gary has called home. As we send him into the world rejoicing in the power of the spirit, we send him off into a new opportunity knowing that he is being guided by an unfailingly competent and wholly devoted God, who loves him beyond our understanding.
Personally speaking, I am forever indebted to Gary for his encouragement and his friendship. He has always been available to help the staff serve to the best of our abilities. He has always been your champion to meet your requests whenever he has been able to meet them. He will continue to model genuine Christian charity and grace wherever he goes. He models a life of what walking with Jesus looks like, and we will always hold him in the highest esteem.
God bless you, Gary. You are a light to the world. Your Trinity Cathedral family sends you forth to carry that light forward, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.
In Christ’s peace,
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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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ASH WEDNESDAY (February 17) at Trinity |
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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
7:30 a.m. - outdoor Holy Eucharist
12:10 p.m. - outdoor Holy Eucharist
6:00 p.m. - outdoor Holy Eucharist
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Ash Wednesday: Options for Receiving Ashes
In concert with our three face to face services and online service on Ash Wednesday, a member of the clergy will be available at the Cathedral, outside the Olney Gallery, on Ash Wednesday for a pick-up option of ashes. The times are as follows:
- 8:30-9:30am (in preparation for the noon online service of Imposition of Ashes),
- 1-2pm (after the 12:10pm face to face Eucharist), and,
- 7-8pm (after the 6pm face to face Eucharist)
You need not make an appointment. Ashes will be individually packaged for all recipients. We look forward to seeing you at one of our services and online. Please contact Canon Holly if you have any questions.
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Grief Recovery: Moving Beyond Loss |
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If you are reading this now, there is a high probability that you, or someone you love, is suffering from a broken heart. During this time we have been in varied states of isolation from one another, you may have experienced the death of a family member or friend, the ending of a relationship, or another major loss, and these losses may be compounding. Your grief may be something you have carried from long before 2020. You may be experiencing significant feelings of sorrow, confusion, distraction, or a general "soul sickness." You are not alone.
Grief is the normal and natural reaction to loss of any kind; the conflicting feelings caused by the end or or change in a familiar pattern of behavior. You are not alone. If you would like to walk alongside others who are experiencing grief, and feel ready to seek a journey toward healing and recovery, you are invited to join Canon Holly for 7 weeks of Grief Recovery in the Season of Lent. Gatherings will be on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30p on Zoom, on 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, and 3/30. Group size is limited to 12 total.
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The Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song |
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In celebration of Black History Month, the Office of Multicultural Ministries at Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS) has partnered with WETA (PBS for Washington DC) to host a Zoom discussion group on the PBS Documentary Series from Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., The Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song. The documentary, which features Bishop Michael Curry and several other prominent African Americans, will first air on the evening of February 16 at 8 p.m. on Arizona PBS, and students from Virginia Seminary will host a discussion group on February 17 at 6 p.m. Eastern / 4p.m. Arizona. The event will be co-moderated by a WETA representative and VTS Student Body President Donna Arrendell, and is open to VTS alumni and friends. Click here to register.
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Absalom Jones Diocesan Celebration |
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Please join the Union of Black Episcopalians for a celebration of Absalom Jones, the first Black Episcopal priest, on Sunday, February 21, at 3:00 p.m. Bishop Deon Johnson of the Diocese of Missouri will join Arizona Bishop Jennifer Reddall for this online event as we honor Black History Month. Look for the link in next week’s announcements and on Facebook. |
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Drop Off Food Donations on Tuesdays |
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Remember: If you are bringing donations for Garfield Elementary or for Nourish Phoenix (formerly ICM Food and Clothing Bank), that due to COVID restrictions we are only accepting donations on Tuesdays from 10-12.
Food Pantry Needs for Garfield Community:
- Pasta (spaghetti and elbow macaroni are favorites)
- Rice
- small cans of tuna and canned chicken
- Canned beans especially pinto and black beans
- Canned corn, peas, mixed veggies, green beans
- Canned fruit, individualized apple sauce cups, individual fruit cups
- canned spaghetti sauce or pasta sauce (avoid glass)
- Canned soup
- Jelly (non-glass if possible)
- Peanut butter (not-glass preferably)
- cereal
We are trying to avoid glass because some families walk to the school using a baby carriage, small cart or wagon. With what they receive from the district, the final "load" can be somewhat precarious!
Remember, to bring food on Tuesdays, wear your masks and know that you are helping to ensure that the children in our community do not have to go to bed hungry! If that is a problem for you, please email me at myra@trinitycathedral.com and we will work something out.
Thank you!
Myra Kingsley, Deacon
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Music at Trinity Spring 2021 Virtual Concert Series |
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The Music at Trinity Spring 2021 Virtual Concert Series is set to begin on February 28. Concerts will be available at the scheduled time at the Music at Trinity website: trinitymusicaz.org/virtual-concerts. All concerts are free (online donations are invited).
Spring Organ Series
The Music at Trinity spring noontime organ series moves to Sunday afternoons with 45-minute online presentations by these Arizona artists:
Jeffrey Campbell – Sunday, February 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Julia Tucker – Sunday, March 7 at 4:00 p.m.
Brandon Burns – Sunday, March 14 at 4:00 p.m.
Peter Mahigian – Sunday, March 21 at 4:00 p.m.
Urban Nocturnes Spring Concert
Music at Trinity’s chamber music ensemble-in-residence presents a recorded concert featuring each of the group’s six distinctive musicians Thursday, April 29, at 7:00 p.m. The Urban Nocturnes ensemble includes Karen Sinclair (violin), Christopher McKay (viola), Melita Hunsinger (cello), Viviana Cumplido Wilson (flute), Erin Finkelstein (clarinet), and Olga Gorelik (piano). Concert program to be announced.
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Urban Nocturnes Outdoor Concert Series
On the Trinity Cathedral Labyrinth
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In addition to the virtual concerts Music at Trinity will present this spring, we are pleased to announce that our chamber music ensemble-in-residence Urban Nocturnes will perform a series of Saturday afternoon concerts outdoors on the Cathedral’s labyrinth. Concerts are scheduled for:
- Saturday, February 27 at 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 20 at 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday, April 24 at 4:00 p.m.
Tickets ($10) must be purchased in advance on the Music at Trinity website: trinitymusicaz.org. No sales at the door. Seating is limited.
Individual musicians and program for these concerts are to be announced.
For more information please visit trinitymusicaz.org.
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Praying the Gospel of John |
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This eight-week retreat and course of study will provide an overview of the Gospel of John and introduce participants to its major themes.
These will be the starting points for our prayer during Lent, Holy Week and Easter Week. The Fourth Gospel is at the heart of the “Johannine spirituality” lived by the Brothers of the Society of St John the Evangelist. It is a spirituality of love and intimacy, of abiding in Jesus and in the Father, of laying down of one’s life in service of others, of being sent into the world to reveal God ‘s love to those who don’t yet know it, and of witnessing to what we have seen and heard so that others may find the joy and love that God so wants to give them.
Beginning February 9, 2021
Led by Br. David Vryhof, SSJE. Beginning February 9, 2021.
Tuesdays: February 9, 16, 23,
Tuesdays: March 2 (not March 9), 16, 23, 30, and
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
7:30-8:15pm EST.
Zoom details will be sent to those that register.
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Whenever it happens, whether as a baby, child or adult, baptism is at the heart of our amazing journey of faith as disciples of Jesus Christ. You are never too old to take this step, and being baptized as an adult is a wonderful experience.
If you would like to know more about the Christian faith, and are ready to be baptized, please contact the Rev. Holly Herring at holly@trinitycathedral.com to begin exploring what it means to be a Christian.
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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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Cathedral Offices Closed on President's Day, Monday, February 15 |
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The Cathedral Offices will be closed in observance of President’s Day, Monday, February 15. In event of a pastoral emergency (death, hospitalization or personal crisis) please dial (602) 254-7126. When automated attendant answers press 4 to page a member of the Cathedral staff.
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When Can You Get Vaccinated?
COVID-19 vaccine will be rolled out in five stages across the U.S.: Phase 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, and 3. Here is a link to the Maricopa County website which details the Maricopa County plan:
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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 8:30am, Sunday mornings:
PASSWORD: 123123 <--- UPDATED PASSWORD
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: Steve, Mario & Lupita, Vidal, Mark, Maxine, and Bobby
Birthdays: Jean-Francois Saucier, Ray Baccala (2/14), Frances Sjoberg (2/16) and Kathryn Hudson, Ray Dugan, Roy Aguayo, Jr. (2/17).
Anniversaries: TJ & Michelle Kuzell (2/14), Rocko Cook & David Romako (2/15), John & Joan Haldiman (2/19), Romy Ugalino & Janette Tugade (2/19), and Andrew Wilkes & Patricia Shelton-Wilkes (2/20).
Departed this Life: All who have died during this pandemic.
Diocesan and Anglican Cycle of Prayer:
- St. Luke’s, Prescott;
- The Anglican Church of Canada;
- 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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