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Hospitality & Welcome Ministry | |
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. (Hebrews 13:2)
Week after week, our Trinity Episcopal Cathedral community continues to experience the joyful arrival of more and more visitors and neighbors. Our doors are now open Monday through Friday from 9:00-1:00, and people wander in out of the heat to enjoy a quiet moment in the beauty of the Cathedral. They come from near and far, from just down the street, and from the other side of the planet, and we do our very best to show them hospitality and to welcome them.
On Sunday mornings, more and more visitors are beginning to attend our worship services for the first time. As more and more newcomers arrive on Sundays, it's so important for every one of us to engage in hospitality and welcoming them. How can we be the most welcoming congregation possible?
Here are some easy hospitality guidelines to follow:
- Everyone should take the hospitality and welcome ministry seriously - you can make a real difference when someone visits the Cathedral for the first time.
- Always be on the lookout for new visitors - be ready to say hello!
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Always slide into the pew to make room for visitors - don't make them go around you to find a seat.
- Help new visitors with the liturgy if you realize they may not familiar with our traditions (e.g., how to receive Holy Communion).
- After the service, introduce yourself, and invite visitors to stay for coffee hour.
- Ask visitors if they would like to fill out a welcome card so we can add them to our mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.
- Try to introduce visitors to a member of the clergy or the Cathedral chapter so they can welcome them also.
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The first impression during someone's very first visit to the Cathedral is so important, and we all can do our part to make a visitor feel welcome. The Episcopal Church is known for its warm hospitality, so let's remember to say it over and over again..."The Episcopal Church Welcomes You!"
Many blessings,
Father Jason
The Very Reverend Jason Roberson
Cathedral Provost
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"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For many decades now, pews have been replaced by chairs in countless cathedrals and churches across the Episcopal Church and the world with remarkable success.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.
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Health & Wellness at Trinity Cathedral | |
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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.
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Sunday
8 am Holy Eucharist
10 am Choral Eucharist
12:15 pm La Santa Eucaristía
Wednesday
12:10 pm Bilingual Holy Eucharist with Special Prayers for Healing
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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.
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Sick - In Recovery
Carlos Ayerdus, Xiomara Betancount, Marjorie Biscombe, Gabriel Caleca, Janeth Casteaños, President James Carter, Jr., Cecilia, Corinne Chaney, The Rev. James Considine, Cheyenne Crespo, Carol Cunningham, Helen Ebanks, Lucinda Eden, Joan Gill, Doris Gray, Malcomb Green, Robert Horton, Gloria Lamb, Alejandro Medrano, Julio Rodriguez, Ivonne Shonberger, Rick Singletary, Dr. Clarence Smith, The Rev. Jack Stanton, Les Tablada, Irma Pujols, Jerome Valero, Anne Knight, Daniel Tate, Marisa Gabarde, The Most Reverend Michael Curry
Altar Flowers
To the glory of God and in memory of the Horton Family
Sanctuary Candle
To the glory of God and in thanksgiving for The Reverend Doris Ingraham on the anniversary of her ordination
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
The Church of the Province of the Indian Ocean
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Birthdays
Adriana Coll
Monalisa Griffith
Nathan Prophete
Rey Romero
Sophia Spackova
The Reverend Canon John Tidy
Anniversaries
In Memoriam
Nicholas Reyes
Eduardo Macaya
Charles LeClair
Queen Elizabeth II
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We continue to pray for our Presiding Bishop, the Most Reverend Michael Curry, who was hospitalized again recently. He is scheduled for surgery on September 8. An update on his health can be found here.
O God, the strength of the weak and the comfort of sufferers: Mercifully accept our prayers, and grant to your servant Michael the help of your power, that his sickness may be turned into health, and our sorrow into joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Choral Evensong
September 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Join us for Choral Evensong sung by the Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida on Sunday, September 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Dates for Fall, 2023 (Sundays, 5:30):
- September 17 - Evensong
- October 15 - Evensong
- November 5 - All Saints Requiem
- December 17 - Christmas Lessons & Carols
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Cathedral Day at the Marlins - September 23 | |
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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
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Help Support Children with Special Needs
The Jeison Aristizabal Foundation based in Cali, Colombia provides resources to children with special needs here in Miami, in Colombia, and across Latin America. Jeison visited Trinity Cathedral on Sunday, August 27 at the 12:15 worship service to tell his own story of growing up with cerebral palsy. For over two decades, Jeison has worked tirelessly to help children succeed. Read more about him HERE.
On Saturday, September 9th, the Foundation is sponsoring a marathon in Kendall to raise funds for children with special needs. See how you can help HERE. Father Jason will attend the marathon and offer the opening prayer.
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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.
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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.
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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. | |
The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost | |
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The Feast of Constance and Her Companions
Yellow fever reached epidemic status in August 1878 in Memphis with a daily death toll of 200. Sister Constance and other Sisters of St. Mary, remained behind to serve the city in crisis.
Bulletin Insert in full...
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Trinity in Pictures
Trinity Cathedral Flower Guild is back!
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Trinity in Pictures
Birthday Celebrations for Father Jason
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