THE MISSION OF TRINITY CATHEDRAL IS TO PROCLAIM IN WORD AND ACTION GOD’S JUSTICE, LOVE AND MERCY FOR ALL CREATION.

Fall & Winter Progr am2016

SUNDAYS8 a.m. Early Eucharist9 a.m. Mostly Jazz Mass11:15 a.m. Choral Eucharist5 p.m. Solemn Sung Eucharist (Oct. 2, Dec. 4)

WEDNESDAYS6 p.m. Choral Evensong (resumes Oct. 5)

THURSDAYS12:10 p.m. Healing and Eucharist Service

HOLY BAPTISM DATESNov. 6, 2016 | All Saints’ DayDec. 25, 2016 | 10 a.m. | Christmas DayJan. 8, 2017 | The Baptism of Our Lord

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WORSHIP AT TRINITY

COME CELEBRATE TRINITY’S BICENTENNIAL!

In celebration of its 200 years, Trinity Cathedral is pleased to present a bicentennial speakers’ series featuring nationally renowned thought leaders. Held in Trinity Cathedral’s beautiful nave throughout the 2016-2017 program year, these intimate forums will cast a fresh vision for a future that belongs to us all.

FEATURED PROGRAMS

BICENTENNIAL SPEAKERS SERIES

Celebrate Trinity Cathedral’s 200 Years—SAVE THESE DATES!

You’re invited to a CELEBRATION!SUNDAY, SEPT. 18, 2016

Kickoff ServiceThe Rev. Ed Bacon, Rector Emeritus of All Saint’s Church Pasadena preaches at the 8, 9, and 11:15 a.m. services

SUNDAY, NOV. 6, 2016 | 10 a.m.

Bicentennial Celebration ServiceGrand service of confirmation and communion including a congregational photograph

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9, 2016 | 6 p.m.

Bicentennial EvensongWorld premiere of a specially commissioned choral work by David Conte, sung by the Trinity Cathedral Choir

SATURDAY, DEC. 3, 2016

ADVENT RETREAT: Exploring the AlsolifeThe Rev. Barbara CraftonThe alsolife is a hopeful way of thinking about the ongoing life of the universe, in which the beloved dead and we ourselves all participate. It encourages us to go beyond our assumption that God is limited by time, giving us hope in the face of tremendous loss. Join Barbara Cawthorne Crafton, an Episcopal priest, spiritual director and author, in exploring how we can live out this vision.

Michael SandelImam Feisal Abdul Rauf

Connie Schultz and Senator Sherrod Brown

SPONSORS

LEAD-OFF SPEAKERS: Oct. 4 | Noon Oct. 25 March 21

The Rev. Ed Bacon

The Rev. Barbara Crafton

Cathedral Choir

BICENTENNIAL YEAR SPONSORS

Trinity’s programs are free and open to the public, thanks to the generosity of many. Every year, donors make it

possible for Trinity to be a unique

downtown “bright spot” that

welcomes all for programs, events,

conversations and culture. Please consider making your own tax-deductible gift. Your donation goes beyond just Trinity—it is an investment in Downtown Cleveland’s vitality and continuing comeback. Your contribution will be gratefully accepted, either as a check, (payable to Trinity Cathedral at 2230 Euclid, Cleveland 44115) or online atwww.trinitycleveland.org/support.

Meetings & Events

Volunteer Opportunities

Trinity welcomes your group to its conference center facilities—whether an intimate gathering for 5, a meeting for 30, or a gala for 400. Unique spaces include an outdoor garden, gallery and gothic nave. Trinity is conveniently located in downtown, near I-90, I-71 and I-77 as well as close to public transportation, including the Euclid Avenue HealthLine and the free E-Line Trolley. The property includes secure and lighted parking as well as a full kitchen available for catering use. To plan your next meeting or event at Trinity, contact Corinne Wallner at cwallner@trinitycleveland.org or 216-774-0409.

TRINITY CATHEDRAL celebrates its 200th anniversary this fall! You are invited to help Trinity kick off its third century with a yearlong series of Bicentennial programs beginning this month.

These concerts, educational programs, forums, and other special events will celebrate Trinity’s story as Cleveland’s oldest congregation, and who we are today: a church for all comers, a center for arts and music, a gathering place for those devoted to Cleveland, a cathedral for the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio, and a thriving urban community of faith.

For full program details visit www.trinitycleveland.org.

SUPPORT

Trinity offers a variety of ways to become involved in the Cathedral’s ministries and downtown neighborhood. Just a few of the volunteer opportunities include harvesting food for our hungry neighbors at the Trinity Urban Farm, projects with Marion-Sterling school, serving at our Sunday hot-lunch program and much more. For additional information, please contact Ginger Bitikofer at gbitikofer@trinitycleveland.org or 216-774-0407.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:Todd Wilson, Director of Musictwilson@trinitycleveland.org

or 216.774.0421

SPECIAL EVENTS

BROWNBAG CONCERTS

Taste of the Feast— Wine, Waters, Sweets & Treats Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016 | 2-4 p.m.Tickets: $25

FALL CHORAL CONCERT: Masterpieces of the 20th and 21st CenturiesFriday, Nov. 18 | 7:30 p.m.Freewill offeringThe Trinity Cathedral Choir Todd Wilson, conductor; Nicole Keller, organist

Leonard Bernstein: Chichester PsalmsDavid Conte: “Trinity Cathedral”

Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis (2016)C. Hubert H. Parry: Blest Pair of Sirens

Music & Art at Trinity Cathedral is an arts organization that produces a free BrownBag Concert Series including noontime and seasonal evening concerts; collaborative arts programs; and the annual MidWinter Feast. Learn more at: trinitycleveland.org/music-and-art/.

October 5

Saxophone DuoTrinity Chamber Orchestra

October 12

Dancing WheelsArt in Motion

October 19

Gruce White Ensemble Flute and Guitar

October 26

Acclarion DuoClarinet/Accordian Magic

November 2

TOPS Big BandAmerica’s Songbook

November 9

BlueWater String EnsembleMendelssohn’s Octet

November 16

Duo-Grand PianosWilson and DeMio

November 23

No Concert—Thanksgiving Week

November 30

A Jazzy Christmas withThe Gateway Band

December 7

A Ceremony of Carolsby Benjamin Britten

December 14

Annual Messiah Singsoloists & you as the choir!

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Wednesdays, Noon

MidWinter Feast— A Masquerade in Scarlet Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017Tickets: www.MidWinterFeast.org A benefit for Music and Art at Trinity.

Freewill offering. Bring a lunch or purchase one for $7.

WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE SUPPORT OF

Education All events subject to change. Visit www.trinitycleveland.org for the most up-to-date information.

Dean Tracey Lind

Choral Evensong | 6 p.m.Known around the world as one of the gems of the Anglican liturgical tradition, this is a beautiful mid-week respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The Trinity Cathedral Choir, Trinity Chamber Singers, and occasional guest choirs sing Evensong each Wednesday, Oct. 5 through Dec. 14.

Trinity Cathedral: Sacred SpaceOct. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | NaveMr. Wayne Bifano, Mrs. Martha Bifano, and Mr. Michael Wells Completed in 1907, the Cathedral was designed by Charles Schweinfurth and is widely considered his crowning achievement. How was Trinity built, and who made it possible? What was the process of designing and beautifying it?

Bicentennial Exhibit Opening Reception: Trinity Cathedral—Crossroads of a City and Heartbeat of Its PeopleOct. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | Gallery

Trinity Cathedral: Shaping Our Community Oct. 19, Nov. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Conference Room C/DMr. Wayne Bifano, Mrs. Martha Bifano, Mr. Michael Wells, Nov. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Conference Room C/DThe Very Reverend Tracey Lind Join us as we examine the story of Trinity: its beginnings, the people who grew this community of faith, the evolution of its mission, and its future as it relates to Cleveland.

Dean’s Forum: 200 Years in OhioOct. 26 | 7:30 p.m.The Reverend Dr. Brian WilbertExplore the history of Trinity and the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio with the Rev. Dr. Brian Wilbert, Rector of Christ Church in Oberlin, Ohio and diocesan archivist.

Bicentennial Celebration | Nov. 9 | 6:00 p.m.

Losing Your Self, Finding Your SelfNov. 30, Dec. 7, 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Conference Room C/DThe Reverend Canon Kay RackleyIn the Gospels, Jesus is recorded as saying, “Those who will find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it.” What does Jesus mean by this statement? Can he possibly be serious? We will explore what Jesus is actually asking of his followers and how this “koan” is to be lived out.

Trinity Cathedral’s Wednesday evening programs resume Oct. 5. Choral Evensong begins at 6 p.m. followed by community supper (donations accepted). Programs begin at 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY CLASSES All held at 10:10 a.m.

WEDNESDAYS AT TRINITY CATHEDRAL

Community Gospel Reflections: Bible StudyYear-roundBring your coffee and join us as we listen to each other while engaging with the Biblical text from several different translations. No knowledge of Scripture necessary!

Sundays, 10:10 a.m.

Join Dean Tracey Lind as she interviews leaders, teachers, thinkers and artists. Forum podcasts are available online at www.trinitycleveland.org/deansforum.

2016

Sept. 18Eight Habits of LoveThe Rev. Ed Bacon Rector Emeritus, All Saints Church, Pasadena

Sept. 25The Work of Marion-Sterling SchoolAdrianna Chestnut, M.Ed. Principal of Marion-Sterling

Oct. 9God is Always HiringRegina Brett, author and columnist

Oct. 16Church Beyond WallsThe Rev. Audra Abt, Missioner for Latino/Hispanic Ministries and Intercultural Community Development in the Greensboro, NC Episcopal Convocation

Oct. 23On Being the ChurchThe Rev. Canon Michael Rusk, Team Rector of Oadby, Diocese of Leicester

Oct. 30Reflections by a Dean of TrinityThe Rt. Rev. Bill Persell Former Dean of Trinity Cathedral

Nov. 13The Transformation of St. John’sMr. Timothy Holcomb

Nov. 20Urban MinistryThe Rev. Canon Greg Jacobs Former Canon for Mission and Ministry at Trinity Cathedral

Dec. 4Exploring the AlsolifeThe Rev. Barbara Crafton Episcopal priest, spiritual director, and author

Dec. 11Ohio’s Craft BeersThe Rev. Dr. Paul Gaston, St. Paul’s Akron

2017

Jan. 8Human TraffickingRenee Jones and Karen Walsh

Jan. 16MLK SundayPreacher: The Rt. Rev. Arthur Williams Former Bishop Suffragan of the Diocese of Ohio

Jan. 22Memory and Memories: The Oral Histories of the Gospels The Rev. Ted Curtis Retired rector of Grace Episcopal Church, Chicago

Jan. 29Merging CommunitiesMayor Gary Norton, Jr. Mayor of East Cleveland, OH

DEAN’S FORUM

Chapel ChatDuring the 9 a.m. service.All children grades preK-4 may join Chris Decatur for a children’s activity every Sunday.

Godly Play10:10-11 a.m.This Montessori-based Sunday School program has classes organized by age groups: age 3 – Kindergarten; 1st & 2nd grade; and 3rd & 4th grade.

Quest10:10-11 a.m.Children in 5th and 6th grade explore ethics, spirituality, social responsibility and Christian tradition through a Lectionary-based, multi-sensory program called Seasons of the Spirit.

Youth Group10:10-11 a.m.Our Junior (7th-8th grades) and Senior (9th-12th grades) High programs combine open, faith-based conversation about contemporary issues with Bible study, outreach projects, retreats and social events.

Child care for those age 3 and younger is available Sundays, 8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

St. Francis Day Blessing of the AnimalsSunday, Oct. 2 | 9 a.m.All creatures great and small are welcome to be blessed at this annual service. Festive coffee hour follows to celebrate the significance of pets in our lives.

Advent Nov. 27 | 10:10 a.m.Families will have the opportunity to create an advent wreath to be used in their home. We will also have a craft station where children can create decorations for the Jesse tree and learn about the life of St. Nicholas.

INTERGENERATIONAL EVENTS

CHILDREN & YOUTH SUNDAY ACTIVITIES

Discovery DaySunday, Sept. 11 Services: 8, 9 & 11:15 a.m.Discovery Day & Kids Fair: 10:10 a.m.Discover all that Trinity has to offer—small groups, ministries and volunteer opportunities—as we kickoff the program year! Indoor and outdoor games for the kids, including a bouncy house obstacle course.

Inquirer’s RetreatSaturday, October 8 | 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Designed for those who are new to the Episcopal Church and who want to learn more. This free retreat will also prepare those who seek to be received or confirmed in the Episcopal Church. RSVP at krackley@trinitycleveland.org.

Boar’s Head and Yule Log FestivalSaturday, Dec. 31 | 3 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.boarsheadcleveland.orgA Cleveland Christmas tradition that celebrates the light of Christ coming into the world.

Cathedral ConcertsUpdates: http://trinitycleveland.org/cathedralconcertsA unique and intimate music experience with award-winning contemporary artists.

SPECIAL EVENTS