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The First Sunday in Lent and the Great Litany

This Sunday at the 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, we will pray the Great Litany together at Trinity Cathedral. On the First Sunday in Lent, many Episcopal and Anglican churches and cathedrals across the world will take part in this centuries-old tradition of chanting the Great Litany in procession.

The history of the Great Litany is fascinating. It was first published in 1544 by Archbishop Thomas Cranmer, author of The Book of Common Prayer, and it is the oldest existing example of a liturgical rite in the English language.

From An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church: "The Great Litany’s use in church processions was ordered by King Henry VIII when England was at war with Scotland and France. It was printed as an appendix to the Eucharist in the 1549 Book of Common Prayer. The Great Litany includes an invocation of the Trinity, a series of deprecations which seek deliverance from evil, spiritual harm, and natural calamities, and a series of obsecrations which plead the power of Christ’s Incarnation, life, death, and resurrection for deliverance." The full text of the Great Litany can be found on page 148 of the Book of Common Prayer.

So please join us this Sunday at 10:00 as we step back in time almost 500 years. And as we begin this Holy Lent, may the ancient words of the Great Litany help us to center and focus our prayers, not only for ourselves, but for those who need us most in this world.

Many blessings,

Father Jason

The Very Reverend Jason Roberson

Cathedral Provost

Bilingual Lenten Book Study

Begins this Sunday, February 18th at 11:15 a.m. in the All Saints' Chapel

Encounters with Jesus/Encuentros con Jesús

available on Amazon for $8.00

Lenten Choral Evensong

this Sunday, February 18th at 5:30 p.m.

Beautiful Artwork Donated to Trinity Cathedral

Last week, the Cathedral received a generous donation of artwork from the family of the Reverend Dr. Mary Ellen Cassini. Mother Mary Ellen grew up at Trinity Cathedral, she was ordained a deacon and priest here, and her parents are buried in the Cathedral columbarium. We are honored to provide a safe home for this beautiful and historic painting which now hangs in the All Saints' Chapel.

The exact provenance of the painting is uncertain, but some evidence points to a church that was demolished in Guadalajara, Mexico, possibly from the 16th or 17th century. The subject of the painting is the Cumaean Sibyl (Latin: Sibylla Cumana), an oracle or prophetess of the ancient world who foretold the birth of Christ.

Stop by the All Saints' Chapel soon to see the painting! If you look closely, you can see the vision of the Holy Family and the manger scene in the bottom right corner. Thank you, Mother Mary Ellen and Cassini family!

February is Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and we remember and honor many black Episcopalians who have shaped the history of our Church. See the activities below happening around our diocese to celebrate Black History Month.

Support the Episcopal Cathedral in Cuba during Lent

This Week - February 18

Sunday 18th

8 am Holy Eucharist

10 am Choral Eucharist

11: 15 Lenten Book Study

12:15 pm Santa Eucaristía

5:30 pm Lenten Choral Evensong

Monday 19th

NO Yoga in the Cathedral this week (Presidents' Day)

Wednesday 21st

12:00 pm Holy Eucharist w/Prayers for Healing

Bulletin 8 am

Bulletin 10 am

Bulletin 12:15 pm

Prayer Requests

If you would like to include someone on the Prayer List or add an anniversary or birthday for special prayers, please call the Cathedral office at 305-456-8851, use the 'Contact Us' link on our website, or send an email ...

office@trinitymiami.org

Also, please let us know when names can be removed from the list.

Sick - In Recovery

Doris Gray, Julio Rodriguez, Esteban Rodriguez, Andye Moss, Anita Damnavits, Albert Halverstadt, Robert Horton, Dr. Joe Walker, Santiago Hernandez, Melba D. León, L.S., The Most Reverend Michael Curry, Santi Archer, Iván Quiñones, Nina Schumann, Linda Hackenjos, Carmen Rojo, Rebecka Ayala, Ryan Armoogam, Sharon Brown, Doren Valero, Justin van Brakel, Maureen A. Mena

Anglican Cycle of Prayer

Province of the Episcopal Church of Sudan

Birthdays

Dawn Griffith

Teresa Romero

Lilliam Mena

Anniversaries

The Wedding Anniversary of Father Rafael Garcia and Anaysa Calderin

Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Rafael Garcia

In Memoriam

Una Brinkley

Julio Amaro

Property Redevelopment Forums in February

Since we ran out of time in the end of our Annual Meeting, we realize there are questions and comments that didn't receive sufficient time for discussion. For that reason, we will hold two forums in February to allow for more discussion and Q&A:

Friday, February 23rd at 6:00 pm

Saturday, February 24th at 10:00 am

Trinity Cathedral Participates in "Open House Miami" on March 1st

The Cathedral is honored to participate in Open House Miami on Friday, March 1st, sponsored by the Miami Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Organ recitals will take place at 10:00 a.m. (Bill Hopper) and 2:00 p.m. (Xavier Richardson), followed by tours of the Cathedral and Bell Tower led by Father Jason.

CLICK HERE to register and for more information.

Lenten Mini-Retreat

by Mishkah and Kate Eaton

Sunday, March 3rd at 6:00 pm

Click here to REGISTER and for more information.

Lent is a season of reflection and contemplation. Taking part in a retreat allows us to consider how we are living our lives and if they are a reflection of what is important to us. Time away from our phones, responsibilities and those things that can keep us distracted gives us the chance to recalibrate.

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral is a beautiful historic church where the peace and quiet of the interior space will help you breathe deeply and listen to the sound of your own heartbeat. Here you will find your way back home to what is of value. You will gain insight into the ways you can make room in your daily life for prayer and meditation.

Ann Rose and the Rev. Dr. Mary Ellen Cassini will join us as we together explore new ways to enter into the season of Lent. You can REGISTER on the homepage of the Trinity Cathedral website (www.trinitymiami.org) under “Upcoming Events.”

New Podcast Episode with Bishop Eaton

Bishop Eaton's latest podcast is now available on Apple, Spotify, and RSS feeds.

In this newest episode, Bishop Eaton sits down with the Very Reverend Tim Fleck, Rector at Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish Church and School, alongside two insightful 4th grade students, Gabriella and Thomas. Together, they explore the profound theme of love, offering inspiring perspectives and touching insights.

Tune in now for a conversation that's sure to uplift your spirit and ignite your heart! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and share it with your family and friends.

Podcast Link

Diocesan “Lenten Morning" with

The Very Reverend Dr. Robert Willis

Saturday March 9 from 9 am - 12pm

Come and spend a quiet morning during Lent of study, reflection, and prayer with Dean Willis, Dean Emeritus of Canterbury Cathedral for over 20 years. Dean Willis became familiar to the world during the pandemic, leading online morning and evening prayer in his garden, with occasional special appearances from the cathedral cats, Leo and Tiger.

Second Saturday - **MOVED to

March 16th at 8:30 a.m.

Yoga in the Cathedral - February 26th

(**NO Yoga on Monday, Feb. 19th - Presidents' Day)

Immerse yourself in a truly rejuvenating and spiritual experience. All levels welcome! $20 (including mats and parking). Entry at the North Door (16th Street). To assure a prompt start, if at all possible please do sign up beforehand using this link.

Calendar of Fitness Classes for 2024

Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.

Altar Flowers & Sanctuary Candle

It is the tradition each week at Trinity Cathedral for individuals and families to make a donation for the altar flowers and the sanctuary candle in honor of or in memory of a family member, friend, or a specific cathedral ministry or organization. Names for the donations are listed in the Friday e-Newsletter and in the Sunday service bulletin.

Please email the Cathedral office at office@trinitymiami.org or call (305) 456-8851 to make your donations to this important ministry.

Food Pantry Ministry

These are difficult times and many struggle to make ends meet. When you come on Sundays, please consider bringing one or more items of canned or boxed food. Items to consider include canned goods, peanut butter, packaged cereals, paper products, bottled water, dish and laundry soaps, boxed dinners, toiletry items, and feminine hygiene products. Remember that we cannot accept expired food or items that need refrigeration.

Gift Card Ministry

The LGBTQ+ ministry has organized an on-going Gift Card collection drive to aid in the purchase of perishable food items for food pantry recipients. These cards are distributed on a weekly basis to families and individuals in need. To continue to help this cause or if you or someone you know could benefit from this ministry, please contact Roberto Soto at:

Trinity Cathedral, c/o Roberto Soto

464 N.E. 16th Street, Miami, FL 33132

(305) 456-8851 or via email roberto@trinitymiami.org

Names of donors and recipients will remain confidential

"Pews to Chairs" Project

There is still time to donate a chair!

For many decades now, pews have been replaced by chairs in countless cathedrals and churches across the Episcopal Church and the world with remarkable success. In many cases, it has allowed congregations to experience a transformation and rebirth of their communities. Stackable, multi-use chairs will give Trinity a fully flexible and multi-purpose space that functions not only for worship, but for a variety of ministry and community events. (See the above picture of Trinity's new cathedral chairs which arrived the week before Christmas.)

The success of Transforming Trinity and the Pews to Chairs project depends on the donation of chairs by cathedral parishioners, congregations, and individuals across The Episcopal Church in Southeast Florida and the wider Church. Chairs may be donated in honor of or in memory of a loved one or in honor of a specific church, congregation, or organization. Please consider donating one or more chairs!

To donate: Please download the chair donation form HERE, complete it, and make your check payable to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. Please make sure to write “Pews to Chairs” in the memo line. Mail checks and forms to: Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 464 NE 16th Street, Miami, FL 33132.

Online donations can also be made on the Cathedral website (www.trinitymiami.org) under the “Giving” tab – please be sure to choose the “Pews to Chairs Campaign” on the dropdown menu to designate your donation.

Please reach out to Father Jason by email at frjason@trinitymiami.org if you have any questions or concerns. You can also find more details about the Pews to Chairs project HERE.

We need Ushers and Lectors!

We you like to be an usher on Sunday mornings?

Would you like to read a scripture lesson or lead the Prayers of the People during our Sunday services?

Please consider joining our Usher or Lector Ministries. We need volunteers to help fill these important roles during our Sunday worship.

If you are interested, please email Mr. Thomas Porto at thomas44a@gmail.com, or call the Cathedral office at 305-456-8851.

Join the Cathedral Flower Guild!

Do you love arranging flowers? Please consider joining the Cathedral Flower Guild. We need volunteers to help on Saturday mornings to arrange flowers for our Sunday worship services.

If you are interested, please reach out to Mr. Roberto Soto at office@trinitymiami.org, or call the Cathedral office at 305-456-8851.

Morning and Evening Online Reflection

Begin and end your weekday with online reflections. Reflections feature prayers, readings from Holy Scripture, and contemplative music and are led by clergy from National Cathedral in the morning and from Canterbury Cathedral in the evening. In addition, daily Choral Evensong song by the Canterbury Cathedral Choir is available online. Select the applicable link below for access.

Morning Prayers

Evening Prayers

Choral Evensong

The First Sunday in Lent

We are assured that God is a gracious teacher. What might God be teaching you in this season?

Bible Study in full...

The journey through Lent into Easter is a journey with Jesus. We are baptized into his life, self-giving, and death; then, we rise in hope to life transformed. This Lent, communities are invited to walk with Jesus in his Way of Love and into the experience of transformed life.

Bulletin Insert in full...

Lenten Meditations

Psalm 51:10 reads, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.”

Reflect on your newness in Christ as you journey through Lenten Meditations and discover new ways your faith is guiding you through the world. Use this space to read and re-read the Lenten Meditations each week.

Lenten Meditations Link