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Cathedral Connections
DECEMBER 2021
FROM THE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER PREACHING SCHEDULE
December 5
Mother Teresa once and about the same gifts of joy and salvation,
said, “Be happy in we felt something missing. To gather this - The Rev. Greg Farrand
the moment, that’s Christmas as a congregation with several
enough. Each moment unique and holy liturgies (including the option December 12
is all we need, not to worship online) is a gift that reminds us of - The Very Rev. Bernard J. Owens
more.” God’s gift to the world.
December 19
It’s been a difficult We’ll not only celebrate in worship, but we’ll - The Rev. Adrienne Koch
couple of years to live again gather for Bible study, being offered in-
in the moment. 2021 was the year we
returned to in-person worship after December 26
over a year of waiting. In some respects, - Lessons & Carols
the pandemic is much like the season
of Advent – a period of waiting with of COVID cases during the holidays
the promise and expectation of better last year, we are ever vigilant against the
times ahead. But that’s hard to see virus and its latest mutation, the omicron
while living in the moment. When we variant. Some of our traditions will not
returned to in-person worship in July, take place, such as the Boar’s Head &
we didn’t know exactly what to expect, Yule Log Festival, which will be virtual
but we have been pleased that many again this year. We will still require
of you have returned and that many mask wearing and social distancing
more could partake of our livestream for all worship and other events at the
offerings while still exercising cathedral. This year we’ve been hopeful
understandable caution. but cautious, as we’ve looked for a better
person and online, on two Sundays in Advent, reality even in the face of fear and doubt.
Though we haven’t returned in the same Dec. 12 and 19. You can read more details
way we did before March of 2020, our inside, but suffice it to say, you will learn more We’ll celebrate Advent and Christmas
return to 3 Sunday services has exceeded about Christ’s coming into the world and have together as we all strive to live in the
our expectations, especially the 8 a.m. an opportunity for self-expression based on moment that God has given us. Please
and 11:15 a.m. services. We’ve gathered this theological concept. join us, either in-person or online, for
in Community Conversations to gain these Advent and Christmas events as
insights and shape our return to a post- We’ll also have a chance to gather for a new we share and celebrate Christ and His
pandemic world. We look at things quite tradition, Advent Lessons and Carols. Taking coming into our lives.
differently now as we plan four in-person place Dec. 5 at 4 p.m., this service calls on the
Christmas Eve services and another in- Advent carol service of St. John’s College in
person service on Christmas Day. Cambridge, England for a beautiful blend of
carols from the choir, Scripture readings and
Scott Blanchard
It’s a far cry from where we were the congregation itself raising its collective
in Advent in 2020. Our worship voice in song. We’ll also host 2 Christmas-
celebrations were distant and though themed BrownBag concerts on Dec. 8 and 15.
we celebrated in many of the same ways But much as we kept careful watch on the surge
A MESSAGE FROM THE VESTRY
The vestry met on creation of a Zoom room in conference
Nov. 16 and discussed Room A/B to be shared by Trinity and VESTRY MEMBERS
several areas of the the diocese. This will enable us to have
cathedral’s financial meetings and worship online for those
Gary Benjamin
position. who cannot be present. This should Mark Biddlestone
be completed by the end of the year. A Elizabeth Billings
Stewardship: Although the active proposal to upgrade the lighting and sound Martin Hermes
stewardship campaign ended on equipment is in progress, as well as for
October 31, pledges have been extending the hearing loop. Since Trinity
Paul Herrgesell, Treasurer
continuing to come in. As of the vestry did not receive the grant from the National Diane Hexter
meeting, there were 19 new pledges. Fund for Sacred Spaces for stained glass Janet Lechleitner, Junior Warden
We appreciate the congregation’s repair, the property committee is exploring Linda Lee
continued support of Trinity’s the next step to protect this precious asset.
Cynthia Ries
ministries and expect to hear from The expansion of the columbarium is also
more Trinity members and friends in under review with various options being Patricia Roberts, Senior Warden
the near future. Pledges can be made at discussed. Jeff Spiess
any time throughout the year.
Dean Owens updated vestry on children be increased at Todd Wilson’s request
2021 Pledges: This year’s pledge and youth staffing. All families have been with the above protocols.
giving has continued to be on contacted, and we are receiving feedback As always, if you have any questions
schedule. on their hopes and concerns for this or concerns, you may send them to the
Treasurer Paul Herrgesell and position. We now have Children’s Chapel wardens at yourvestry@trinitycleveland.
Controller Dan Hout-Reilly are at the 11:15 service as requested by several org or contact any member of the vestry
making preparations to present the families, and it is enthusiastically supported above. Vestry minutes are available at
finalized 2022 budget to vestry in by families. trinitycleveland.org/about/governance/
December. vestry-minutes. Our next meeting will
Trinity’s COVID worship protocols of be on Tuesday, Dec. 14th (note this is a
The property committee reported on masking and social distancing remain in change due to the Christmas holiday)
several important areas, including place. The number of choir members will and as of this writing, we are planning on
conducting this meeting via Zoom.
Advent Lessons & Carols
Based on the famous
Advent carol service
held annually at
St. John’s College, EPF Compline
Cambridge (England),
this beautiful service Trinity’s Episcopal Peace
alternates Scripture Fellowship (EPF), in
readings with hymns,
cooperation with the national
carols and anthems
sung by the choir from
EPF chapter, is praying
various parts of the compline, the final church
cathedral. It will take service of the day, each week
place Sunday, Dec. 5 at via Zoom. It takes place on
4 p.m. There are ample Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. Visit bit.
opportunities for the This event takes the place of Solemn Sung ly/EPFcompline to join in,
congregation to join in and sing, as Eucharist this month. Solemn Sung will using passcode 371083.
well. Please attend for what is hoped to resume January 2 and on the first Sunday of
be a new annual tradition at Trinity. each month at 5 p.m. through June 2022.
Where in the World is...? It’s Not Too Late...
Do you ever wonder where some of transacted, much as our piazza is a ...to make a pledge to Trinity’s Let Every
the fancy words you hear used about central gathering place for events and Life Be Touched By Grace stewardship
places in the cathedral are located? occasions of all sizes. campaign.
Members and staff alike are often
confused by the volume of unfamiliar The Promenade
place names. We’d like to clear up any Located between the piazza and
confusion in this, the first installment the entrance to the cathedral, the
of our new series, Where in the World promenade is a public walkway
is...? where lots of foot traffic comes
and goes. Tables in the promenade
The Piazza are often set up to bring the many Trinity continues to gratefully accept all
Just beyond the parking lot doors ministries of Trinity to people’s pledges. If you haven’t made a pledge
off of Prospect Ave., the piazza is the attention. Currently, the Mitten
for 2022, you can still do so by the end
area under the rotunda of Trinity Tree is set up in the promenade
of 2021. Your pledge will help the work
Commons. It is two stories tall and to help remind people to bring in
and ministry of Trinity in 2022. You
features the Trinity Cathedral offices hats, mittens, gloves and scarves for
can pledge online at trinitycleveland.
(on the second floor), the large water neighboring Marion-Sterling School
org/make-a-pledge or by contacting
fountains and the front reception students.
Ginger Bitikofer for a pledge card. Get
desk. Named after the Italian word in touch with her at (216) 774-0407 or
for public square or marketplace, it is Do you have a place name at Trinity
gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.org.
where members and the community that you’re unfamiliar with? Contact
gather before and after services, Scott Blanchard, sblanchard@
Your pledge is vital to continuing and
meetings and events at the cathedral. trinitycleveland.org to have it defined
growing Trinity’s mission, vision,
In Italy, it is a central place where in an upcoming edition of Cathedral
ministry and witness to greater
much of the business of a town is Connections.
Cleveland and the world.
Virtual Boar’s Head
EPF Book Club
& Yule Log Festival Trinity’s Active
Trinity’s chapter of the Episcopal Peace
Fellowship will hold a discussion of Due to the Ministries
the book Let the Lord Sort Them: The ongoing
COVID-19 Cathedral council has recently
Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty by
pandemic, the published a list of Trinity’s
Maurice Chammah. This will take place
2021 presen- active ministries. It’s for anyone
on Saturday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. on Zoom.
tations of the who might be interested in
The group will also have a chance to
Boar’s Head learning more about and getting
touch base on Michael V. DiSalle’s
& Yule Log involved with the many small
book The Power of Life or Death, a
Festival will group ministries supported by
remarkable book by the former Ohio
take place the cathedral. Whether you’re
governor about his painful journey
virtually, on interested in meeting old and new
being the “decider” in matters of life
YouTube and people through ushering, praying
or death by executions. Due to limited
Facebook, for people through the prayer
availability of the book, excerpts are
Sunday, December 26, beginning at 2 tree, studying the Bible in either
being distributed. Contact Bruce
p.m. Watch for additional information a Wednesday evening or Sunday
Freeman, freeman.bruce@gmail.com,
on the website, boarsheadcleveland.org, afternoon group, and much, much
for your copy. Please join us on Zoom:
on Facebook, facebook.com/boarshead- more, this list is for you. Visit bit.ly/
us02web.zoom.us/j/86911213224 using
cleve, and by phone at (216) 771-3630 TrinityMinistriesFall2021
the passcode 467309.
ext. 392. We hope to be together with
you in-person once again in 2022.
BrownBag
LGBTQ+ Ministry Upcoming Events
Concerts
Music and Art at Trinity has two upcoming The LGBTQ+ determined. An
concerts at 12 p.m. on Wednesdays. soirée held in invitation with
November was a an RSVP will be
Dec. 8 – A Ceremony of Carols success and led to available in a few
The treble voices of the cathedral choir some great ideas weeks.
and harpist Jody Guinn join together in for future events.
Benjamin Britten’s seasonal masterpiece. The attendees In February,
agreed to hold the group is
Dec. 15 – Holiday Organ Recital activities monthly. planning to
and Carol Sing have dinner at a
Todd Wilson and Nicole Keller invite you For December, member’s house.
to raise your voice in beloved carols and Matthew This was one of
hymns of the season accompanied by both Jaroszewicz is conducting the Canton the ideas suggested at the soirée. Details
of Trinity’s organs. Symphony’s holiday pops concert on will be forthcoming.
Sunday, Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. and is organizing
The concerts are live and in-person discounted tickets for our group. If you are
as well as livestream (facebook.com/ If you have any other ideas for future
interested in attending, please contact him activities, feel free to reach out to group
musicandartattrinitycathedral and at matthew.j.jaroszewicz@gmail.com by
trinitycleveland.org). Some new guidelines leaders Dan McGuire, dmcguirenyc@
Wednesday, Dec 8. gmail.com, and/or Matthew.
must be followed for the BrownBags this
fall. Proof of full vaccination is required
for in-person attendance by either showing January’s post church service brunch will
your vaccination card or a photo of the be on Sunday, Jan. 23. The place is to be
card. Food and drink are no longer allowed
at Music & Art events until further notice. Advent Bible Study:
Thank you for helping us keep our audience Education for Creation and Nativity
and performers safe. Ministry (EfM)
Did you know that you can watch the entire Group Forming This Advent, Trinity’s adult formation
2021 Fall BrownBag concert series on Are you interested in studying the committee is offering 2 classes exploring
YouTube? Visit bit.ly/BrownBagFall2021 to
Bible, church history and theology? the theology of incarnation through both
relive these excellent concerts or to watch
Do you want to expand your ability the creation story and the nativity. The
them for the first time.
to live more faithfully? You may creation discussion will take place Sunday,
Dec. 12 at 10:10 a.m. and the nativity on
Choral Evensong like Education for Ministry, an
Sunday Dec. 19, also at 10:10.
extension course from the University
The final Choral Evensong service of the South offered by parishes all Participants will walk through scriptures
for 2021 takes place Wednesday, over the country. A new group at exploring Christ’s presence at both the
Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. It commemorates Trinity Cathedral is forming. We creation of the world and at Christmas.
Swiss theologian Karl Barth. The There will be an in-person offering in a
will meet during the day on Zoom,
Rev. Rosalind Hughes, rector of the conference room as well as a zoom offering
Church of the Epiphany in Euclid will and welcome inquiries. Please
online: us02web.zoom.us/j/85175303643.
give the homily. The Trinity Cathedral contact Allison Hauserman (Trinity
Both will include opportunities for
Choir will sing Trinity’s own Judith Cathedral) at abhauserman@yahoo. exploring these theological concepts
Ecklemeyer’s “Trinity Hodie Service.” com or Lois Jackson (Historic St. through folk art. In-person participants
Andrews, Cleveland) loisj5818@ will be supplied play dough and those
Stay tuned for information on Trinity’s gmail.com who are organizing this online should bring a creative medium
Choral Evensong services in 2022. to the class, such as crayons, markers or
group.
colored pencils as well as paper or clay.
New Online Pledge Payment Form
Current recurring payment, and set up a new recurring
payment using the new Blackbaud payment link.
Make A Pledge Payment
There will be some new payment options
available with Blackbaud that we hope will
improve online payments. If you have any
questions about this change, please contact Dan
Hout-Reilly at dhout-reilly@trinitycleveland.org
or (216) 774-0412.
The current pledge payment form on trinitycleveland.org. Use this form
new
to complete your 2021 pledge.
If you have made a recent online you will continue to use
donation, pledge payment or our current form, through
payment for an event, you may the webpage that you have
have noticed that the payment used all year. Starting later
form online looks different. Trinity in December there will be a
has begun a transition from our new link on our giving page
current online payment provider (trinitycleveland.org/support)
to Blackbaud Payment Services. to make payments for your
This transition will be complete this 2022 pledge.
month.
If you have a recurring credit
If you are finishing your 2021 card payment or bank draft,
pledge payments in December, you will need to end your old The new form, available in mid-December, for
payments on your 2022 pledge and other donations.
Marion-Sterling Mitten Tree Grow Your Group
Please help keep the We’ve heard from the Held Monday, Nov. 15, Grow Your
children of Marion- school’s staff that the Group: Revitalizing Small Group
Sterling School children really count Ministries is an online workshop
warm and well- on our warm clothing inspiring leaders and participants
dressed this winter, accessory donations to emphasize the relational aspect
by bringing new each year—thank you! of volunteering as well as offering
mittens, gloves, The contacts for this practical tools for leadership and group
hats, scarves, and program are Mary development. Guest speakers are the Rev.
warm socks for Sickbert mksickbert@ Brad Purdom, canon for congregations
Trinity’s Mitten gmail.com and Becky in the Diocese of Ohio and Kirsten Frei-
Tree. The tree will Fuller sniderfuller@ Herrmann, program director for Greater
be located in the sbcglobal.net. Cleveland Volunteers.
promenade during
the month of For those of you who couldn’t attend or
December. if you want to review the program again,
the workshop recording is now available
on YouTube: youtu.be/yed71lDgEoM.
Cathedral Connections
Christmas Week Services SATURDAY, DECEMBER 25
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS DAY
CHRISTMAS EVE
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist
5 p.m. Children & Family Eucharist SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26
6:30 p.m. Jazz Eucharist FIRST SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS
8:30 p.m. * Choral Eucharist 10 a.m. Lessons & Carols with
with Livestream Eucharist & Livestream
(8 p.m. Choral Prelude) trinitycleveland.org
trinitycleveland.org facebook.com/trinitycleve
facebook.com/trinitycleve VIRTUAL BOAR’S HEAD &
11 p.m. * Choral Eucharist YULE LOG FESTIVAL 2 p.m.
(10:30 p.m. Choral Prelude) facebook.com/boarsheadcleve
bit.ly/boarsheadcleveland
Prayer Requests: Doreen Hughes, 216-774-0415, dhughes@trinitycleveland.org * Reservations Recommended
Donations: trinitycleveland.org/support
8:30 p.m. – bit.ly/830ChristmasEve
11 p.m. – bit.ly/11ChristmasEve
Space Rentals: trinitycleveland.org/rent-our-space/space-use-inquiry
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CONTACT US
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urban farm, A Place at the Table, the Marion-Sterling
neighborhood outside our doors. For example, the
Day services will benefit the ministries that serve our
Donations at Trinity’s Christmas Eve and Christmas
Christmas Donations 2021
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Cleveland, OH Cleveland, Ohio 44115
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