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Father Jason at Convention (left to right) with the Very Reverend Donna Mote, Dean of the Keys Deanery and Rector of St. Paul's, Key West, the Very Reverend Tim Fleck, Dean of the South Dade Deanery and Rector of St. Thomas, Coral Gables, and the Very Reverend Tony Holder, Dean of the North Palm Beach Deanery and Rector of All Saints, Jensen Beach

This past Friday and Saturday, October 27 and 28, our diocese held its 54th Annual Diocesan Convention at St. Andrew's in Boca Raton. It was an inspiring weekend of sharing, learning, and worshiping together as the Episcopal Church in Southeast Florida. Here are some reflections from our two Cathedral delegates, Jackie Clarke and Ed Hibshman:

"How wonderful for brethren to join together in unity. The Convention was a lovely light, gaining knowledge and giving hope for the future in Christ. The involvement of the clergy and laity in ministry as a team was emphasized. Faith development in the community, one of the workshops, gave tools for identifying different stages for worshipers in their Christian journey. Interaction was encouraged, and Bishop Wright (Atlanta, GA), the guest preacher and teacher, was instrumental in creating situations for sharing, for example, singing and greeting new people. The Eucharist was indeed a service of hope and thanksgiving. Blessed to have been there." (Jackie Clarke, Cathedral Chapter Member)

"It was a privilege to represent the Trinity Cathedral congregation last week at Diocesan Convention and to vote on various diocesan matters – 2024 diocesan officers, 2024 diocesan budget, and various resolutions. It was great to meet and interact with other congregation representatives and clergy. There were a number of presentations and workshop sessions that educated and informed about various diocesan ministries and initiatives – such as feeding the homeless, “Laundry Love,” and the College for Congregation Development.

One of the highlights for me was the sermon by the Right Reverend Robert Wright, the Bishop of Atlanta. His message of love and all of us being first, citizens of the kingdom of God was inspirational. A video of the service is available on the diocesan website HERE. I have not attended many services where many loud AMENs were shouted out during the sermon. His message produced that level of energy and enthusiasm. If you have an opportunity to attend a Diocesan Convention in the future, I highly recommend it." (Ed Hibshman, Senior Warden)

Two important resolutions were passed this year at Convention: 1) one that asserts Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and 2) a second that condemns discriminatory laws recently passed by the legislature of the State of Florida.

The entire Convention packet, including these resolutions, can be found HERE.

Many blessings,

Father Jason

The Very Reverend Jason Roberson

Cathedral Provost

Funeral Mass for Father Jack Stanton - Saturday, Nov. 4th

The Bishop will celebrate the funeral Mass for the Reverend Jack Stanton at Trinity Cathedral tomorrow, Saturday, November 4th at 3:00 p.m.

All are welcome. Clergy are invited to vest in alb, white stole (and chasuble if desired).

Please continue to keep Jack, his wife Nora, and family and friends in your prayers.

Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord.

And let light perpetual shine upon him.

All Saints' Sunday - Nov. 5th

On All Saints' Sunday, November 5th, the Right Reverend Greg Rickel, Assisting Bishop of our diocese, will join us as guest preacher at our 10:00 service of Choral Eucharist.

This is Bishop Rickel's first official visit to the Cathedral, and we are very excited to welcome him! Join us for this beautiful celebration of All Saints' Sunday, including special music and a special coffee hour.

Documentary Screening about the First Women Ordained as Priests in the Episcopal Church

Monday, Nov. 6th at St. Philip's, Coral Gables

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 / 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.

A New Opportunity from the Health & Wellness Ministry beginning on Thursday, Nov. 9th!

Join us on Saturday, Nov. 11th for Walking & Biking!

Yoga Continues Each Monday!

Yoga is back! Starting September 25th at 6.15pm, join us for movement, breath work, and guided meditation in the Cathedral every Monday (except holidays). Experience the blissful union of mind, body, and spirit. Combining the ancient Vedic practice of yoga with the intimacy of our sacred Christian space, Simon Strong from Tiger Eye Healing will lead yoga sessions offering a harmonious blend of physical movement, breathing techniques, sound bath and meditation exercises - to promote relaxation, overall well-being, and inner revelation!

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.

This Week - November 5

All Saints' Sunday

8 am Holy Eucharist

10 am Choral Eucharist

12:15 pm Santa Eucaristía

5:30 pm Diocesan Requiem for All Souls

Monday

6:15 pm Yoga in the Cathedral

Wednesday

12:10 pm Bilingual Holy Eucharist with Special Prayers for Healing

Thursday

6:00 pm Fitness Class

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, The Reverend Doris Ingraham, Jose Cárdenas, Pat Deringer, Gladys de Abrego, Arturo Alvares, Gladys Suarez

Anglican Cycle of Prayer

The Church of Nigeria

Birthdays

Roda Atanibar

Maria Silva

Wesley Nicula

Ana Pereira

Dan Aderhold

Lennox Griffith

Roberto Soto

Clarence Smith

The Reverend Mercedes Busto

Anniversaries

In Memoriam

Maria Rebejko

George Sims

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

The Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost - All Saints Day

All Saints’ Day, celebrated November 1 or the nearest Sunday afterward, is characterized by the Book of Common Prayer (BCP) as a Principal Feast, “taking precedence over any other day or observance” (BCP, 15). The day is set aside to remember and commend the saints of God, especially those who are not recognized at other points in the church year.

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