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Update: Pews to Chairs Project

As of this week, the removal of the pews in the Cathedral is complete (see below some pictures of the process in reverse chronological order). The cleaning and restoration of the floor will continue over the coming weeks, but we can already see the result: a beautiful space that seems even bigger and more magnificent than it did before!

For the next three Sundays you will see the process continue to unfold. We will be using temporary folding chairs (a necessary evil, unfortunately) until our permanent Cathedral chairs arrive from the manufacturer the week of December 5th. The new chairs will be in place, God willing, for Sunday, December 10th. Please be patient with the temporary chairs as we await the arrival of the new Cathedral chairs - thank you!

The floor restoration is a labor intensive, multi-step process that consists of 1) a chemical cleaning of the tiles, 2) filling each bolt hole (over 700 total) with epoxy where the pews had been attached to the floor, 3) repair of all damaged grout and broken tiles, and 4) application of a sealant to protect the newly restored floor for decades to come. The full floor restoration also includes the All Saints Chapel, the Narthex and Vestibule, the North Transept Chapel, and the Sacristy. The original, vibrant green color of the slate tiles is now visible after cleaning, and it is beautiful!

We are very grateful that the wood from the pews is being repurposed. Thanks to parishioner Toby Muir, we connected with a local company called "Miles of Wood" (www.milesofwood.com). They reclaim and salvage old wood and repurpose it to create new furniture and cabinetry in new homes and businesses. They have taken the wood from our pews at Trinity Cathedral and given it new purpose, and for that we say thanks be to God!

We now have a glimpse of what our newly transformed and flexible Cathedral space will look like, and now “the sky’s the limit” for potential events and activities like these: after-school and educational programs, free medical clinics, clothing drives, expanded food distribution programs, art and photography exhibitions, civic and interfaith events, concerts, musical and theatrical performances, and many others. We are fully committed to opening the Cathedral to local community partners in ways we have never done before. The physical transformation of our Cathedral space will now allow us to accomplish our ministry goals of mission and outreach in new ways, while we await the completion of our new Cathedral Hall over the next few years.

If you haven't already done so, please consider donating one or more chairs to help us complete this important project. Chairs may be donated in honor of or in memory of a loved one or in honor of a specific church, congregation, or organization. Read more about how to donate chairs HERE, and also see the "Pews to Chairs" information below in this newsletter.

We give thanks to God for the resources to make this transformation of our Cathedral space a success. Onward and upward!

Many blessings,

Father Jason

The Very Reverend Jason Roberson

Cathedral Provost

Join us for our Thanksgiving Day Holy Eucharist

Thursday, November 23rd at 10:00 a.m.

Thanksgiving Lunch at the Cathedral

Thursday, November 23rd at 12:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join us for lunch at the Cathedral on Thanksgiving Day! If you don’t have plans to eat with friends or family on Thanksgiving, please join us for lunch at 12:00 p.m. in the Cathedral on Thursday, November 23rd. The Cathedral will provide the main course, along with drinks and all the basics, and everyone is invited to also bring a dish to share (side dishes like salads, vegetables, fruit, desserts, etc.).

If you would like to attend, please reserve your spot by emailing Mr. Roberto Soto in the Cathedral office as soon as possible at office@trinitymiami.org. The deadline for reservations is this coming Sunday, November 19th.

On behalf of the the Cathedral Chapter, we hope you will join us as we give thanks for all our blessings at Trinity Cathedral!

Sincerely,

Ed Hibshman

Senior Warden

Your 2024 Pledge for Trinity Cathedral

As Trinity celebrates the 100th anniversary of its historic building in 2024-25, please prayerfully consider making a generous pledge to support the Cathedral's mission and vision during this exciting time of transformation and growth.

Download the 2024 Pledge Form HERE.

Download the 2024 Stewardship Brochure HERE.

"Pews to Chairs" Project

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 Chester Cathedral, UK.)

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.

Trinity Cathedral Health and Wellness Ministry

Fitness Class - November 30th

Yoga Classes - Nov. 20, 27 & Dec. 4, 11, 18

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.

Advent Retreat at The Ancient Spanish Monastery

December 10th

You're invited to a special retreat at The Ancient Spanish Monastery on Sunday, December 10th, 6-8pm. Come walk the ancient cloister where monks prayed continuously for 700 years. Together we will rest, pray and find our hope again in God our creator. This retreat includes many opportunities to engage your senses through music, the arts, interaction and movement.

As you watch this video below, you will gain an understanding of what our retreat will be like. The music that you hear is an example of the music that our musicians will be playing at the retreat.

Visit the Mishkah Website for more information and to register

This Week - November 19

Sunday

8 am Holy Eucharist

10 am Choral Eucharist

12:15 pm Santa Eucaristía

Monday

6:15 pm Yoga in the Cathedral

Wednesday

12:10 pm Bilingual Holy Eucharist with Special 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

Xiomara Betancourt, Doris Gray, Alejandro Medrano, Julio Rodriguez, Les Tablada, Anne Knight, Nancy Pacheco, Marcin Rebejko, Dorota Chamczyk, Esteban Rodriguez, Molissa Sjogreen, Andye Moss, Stephen Franklin, Jeremiah Pearson, Pat Deringer, Gladys de Abrego, Arturo Alvares, Gladys Suarez, Anita Damnavits, Albert Halverstadt, Robert Horton, Dr. Joe Walker, Herber Castillo

Anglican Cycle of Prayer

The Church of Pakistan

Birthdays

Ralph Moffett

Alberto Diaz

Stephen Ozemhoya, II

The Reverend Doris Ingraham

Anniversaries

In Memoriam

La Reverenda Anne Scupholme

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

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

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