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The clergy and staff of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral wish you and your loved ones a very happy Thanksgiving.
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we thine unworthy servants do give thee most humble and hearty thanks for all thy goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all men. We bless thee for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for thine inestimable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. Amen. (BCP p. 85)
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The Trinity parish offices will be closed Wednesday, November 22 through Sunday, November 26 in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday.
If you have an emergency during this time and need to speak with the on-call clergy member, please call 803-771-7300 and follow the prompts.
We will resume normal hours on Monday, November 27.
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Thanksgiving Service
Thursday, November 23, 10:00 a.m. in the Cathedral
Before the flurry of activity in the kitchen and dining room, join us in the Cathedral for a special service of thanksgiving.
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Grace Seekers
Monday, November 27, 6:00 p.m.
Lady YAMS (Young Adults Married + Single) looking for ways to bring grace into their everyday lives should join Caroline Matthews as she demonstrates how to prepare for Advent. Email Scotty Frantz for more details and to register.
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Advent Traditions at Church & Home
Wednesday, November 29, 5:45 p.m. in Satterlee Hall
Join the Rev. Mia McDowell for a short presentation during our Wednesday night supper on the Advent traditions we practice in the church and at home.
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Advent Festival
Sunday, December 3 at 4:00 p.m. — PLEASE REGISTER by 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 26!
Join us for lessons and carols in the Cathedral followed by a procession to the Trinity Center for Advent wreath-making and Crockpot Cook-off! Advent wreath kits are $15, payable at registration. Email Katie Rankin to participate in the cook-off.
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Holidays at Trinity
We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you — from Thanksgiving and Advent through Christmas and Epiphany. This is a season rich in meaning and tradition, and we hope you will find joy in it. Invite a friend to share in that joy with you, too! All are welcome!
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Time to register for Confirmation! | | |
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Registration is open for all sophomores (or older) who wish to be confirmed next fall. Please save these dates:
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Youth and parents meeting - December 10 during the Sunday School hour (10:00-11:00 a.m.) in the Trinity Center-Edward Room.
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Confirmation Mini Retreat - Saturday, January 6 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the Trinity Center-Edward Room
Following these two events, students will meet most Sundays from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the Trinity Center-Edwards Room throughout the spring semester.
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Women's Bible study - new series
The Tuesday women's Bible study will begin studying the weekly lectionary beginning on November 28. The class meets each week from 12:00-12:45 p.m. in Classroom 114. Lunch is served in Satterlee Hall following the study for $10, payable at the door or online.
All are welcome! Email Kirsten Moorman for more information.
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Upcoming Baptism service
Our next Baptism Service is Sunday, January 7, 2024. Parents are expected to attend the following classes before Baptism (Godparents may also attend, but are not required):
- Sunday, December 10 and 17, 2023, during the Formation (10:00 a.m.) Hour in the Library
- Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the cathedral
If interested, email Carole Carter for registration.
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Turn90 Holiday Open House
Turn90, a 2022 Trinity Bazaar grant recipient, invites all Trinity members to its holiday open house. Working with men at the highest risk of re-arrest, Turn90 combines cognitive behavioral classes, supportive services, transitional work, and job placement to create an opportunity for success after prison where one doesn't currently exist.
Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Place: Turn90, 630 Blue Ridge Terrace Columbia, SC 29203
Special appearances will be made by the USC Gamecocks starting at 11:00 a.m. Snap a picture or grab an autograph from your favorite player and learn more about the Turn90 experience. Drop in for lunch and connection, leave inspired.
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"I Love to Sing the Story"
On Sunday, November 26, Trinity's hymn class "I Love to Sing the Story," will feature portions of a 2003 sermon by the Rev. Fleming Rutledge entitled “Lo, He Comes,” read by Betsy McColl. We will discuss the text of the hymn “Lo, He Comes With Clouds Descending,” a classic during the season of Advent, written by Charles Wesley. Copies of the sermon will be available afterward for those who attend. Everyone is welcome!
Dean Dane Boston will facilitate the class on Sunday, December 10.
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Income Tax Assistance volunteers needed
The Cooperative Ministry is seeking volunteers for its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. VITA provides free income tax assistance to thousands of low-income individuals and families across the greater Columbia region. Can you spare 2-4 hours per week to help your neighbor? You can volunteer close to home or at one of 15 sites across the Midlands. No prior experience is needed. The Cooperative Ministry provides training in December and January either in a group setting or online. Click here for more information. Email Michelle Blackman or Anne Runge with questions.
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On the Menu
Wednesday Night Supper
The Wednesday night menu for November 29 is beef stew, mixed vegetables and potatoes. The suggested donation is $10 per person, but kids and college students always eat free! Pay at the door by cash or check, or pay online.
Casseroles for sale
The kitchen currently has chicken divan casseroles available. Spaghetti casserole will be available beginning Tuesday, November 28. $6 for single serving, $12 for two servings, $18 for four servings.
Stop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays to pick up dinner and take it home. Payment by cash, check or online.
Beginning December 5, the kitchen will offer some items to help with your holiday festivities — breakfast casserole, cinnamon rolls, small biscuits and small cheese biscuits. These make a perfect gift or a Christmas morning breakfast! Stay tuned for details.
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Meals were a vital part of Jesus ministry. The first words of God to people were an invitation to eat. Jesus' last act on earth was the Last Supper. The kitchen ministry is also a vital part of life at Trinity. We need your help.
We are always looking for people to prep food, serve, set up and clean up at events, and wash dishes. Contact David Strasburger for more information.
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Do you have membership news to share?
If you would like to share news of a birth or death in your family in the Sunday bulletin and the Tidings newsletter, please email Allison Fowler, Trinity’s membership secretary, or call her at 803-461-7319.
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Daughters of the Holy Cross General Meeting
12:00 p.m. in Satterlee Hall
The focus of this year's final DHC general meeting is "Taking Care of Each Other, or Pastoral Care at Trinity." Lee Hutson will pass the gavel to Elizabeth Clark, the 2024 DHC President. Lunch will be served ($15). Please email [email protected] to RSVP.
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St. Nicholas celebration
5:30 p.m. in Satterlee Hall
Join the Rev. Mia McDowell for a short lesson and celebration of St. Nicholas Day traditions during our Wednesday night supper.
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Monthly parent lunch
12:00 p.m. at Backstreets Grill on Devine St.
Join us for our monthly parent lunch! Enjoy fellowship and updates on our program. Please RSVP to Leila so she can make reservations.
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DHC - Elsie Lamar Chapter Christmas Party
6:00-7:30 p.m. at the home of Claudia Guignard (1662 Kathwood Drive)
Feel free to bring a friend who might be interested in joining this group of wonderful young women! For more information, email Jill Parham or Claudia Guignard.
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Kids' Christmas movie and cookie night
5:30-9:00 p.m. in the Trinity Center gym
Drop your kids off, and go enjoy a holiday party or a night out! We’ll watch "The Star," make cards for Still Hopes residents, and decorate Christmas cookies! Be sure to send them with a brown bag dinner.
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Men of Trinity hike
Time TBD
Hike the Riverwalk and finish up at Henry’s in Cayce for lunch and fellowship with the Dean and Canon Hartley. If you are interesting in joining, please reach out to Emory Smith (803-360-7306).
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Handel's Messiah
4:00 p.m. in the Cathedral
Join us for this favorite holiday tradition, sung by Trinity’s Choir of Boys, Choir of Girls, Choir of Young Men and Cathedral Singers, with the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra playing period instruments. Visit our website to purchase tickets.
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Men of Trinity Chili Dinner
6:00-8:00 p.m. at the home of Rex Pollard (2 Heathwood Circle)
All men of Trinity are invited for a night of fellowship and a chili dinner. There is no cost, but please register so we have a headcount.
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St. Lucia celebration
5:30 p.m. in Satterlee Hall
Join the Rev. Mia McDowell for a short lesson and celebration of St. Lucia Day traditions during our Wednesday night supper.
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To submit events and announcements for the Tidings, email [email protected].
The deadline is Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. for that week's newsletter.
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Financial update as of July 31, 2023 | |
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| YTD 2023 | Budget YTD | | Receipts | $2,004,900 | $2,201,907 | | Expenses | $2,015,561 | $2,138,833 | | Surplus (Deficit) | ($10,661) | $63,074 | | |
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