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National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year in the United States from September 15 to October 15. We celebrate the achievements, stories, traditions, and cultural diversity of Hispanic/Latino Americans. This is a time to highlight the contributions of this large and diverse community in the United States. But our Hispanic heritage encompasses much more than just one month. Being Hispanic/Latino in the United States also represents being part of a community that has strived to prove its worth through its work, heart, warmth, and human qualities.
Every day when we turn on the television or the radio, we see and hear about many people seeking refuge. Many arrive through the jungles, forests, and desert roads, or by sea, risking terrible danger just to reach the place where they hope for a better and dignified life. This celebration reminds us that we have the possibility to respect and learn to coexist with different cultures within the same country.
This leads us to reflect on the importance of mutual acceptance between cultures, respect for their customs, beliefs, and traditions, which help to increase the cultural capital of a country. It is an invitation to achieve a common understanding where peace and tolerance are its two fundamental pillars. Hispanics in the United States are increasingly united by what gives us identity, celebrating their history, culture, and roots.
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All Latinos, despite their localities and differences, recognize each other as part of a strong, united, warm, and festive community that has earned a place in the history of the United States. There are so many reasons for Latinos to be proud and continue to contribute immensely to this country. As we honor our roots and share our culture, we remember that we are an integral part of the history and fabric of America. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
Our diocesan celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month will be held on Saturday, September 28th at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Episcopal Church, 3730 Kirk Rd, Lake Worth, FL, 33461. Please join us!
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Many blessings,
Father Rafael
The Reverend Rafael Garcia
Priest Associate
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**The Livestream Guild needs VOLUNTEERS!!**
Would you like to learn to operate our new livestream system on Sunday mornings? We need your help!
Please email Father Jason at frjason@trinitymiami.org for more information.
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Estate Planning Workshop - Sunday, October 6th | |
On Sunday, October 6th at 9:00 am in the All Saints Chapel, Trinity parishioner Donna Delgado will present “Practical Tips for Planning Your Estate” between the 8:00 and 10:00 services. For anyone interested in starting their planning journey or just organizing themselves toward decision-making, this is the first in a series of presentations on planning, probating an estate, becoming a guardian and end-of-life decisions. Donna Delgado is an experienced probate attorney who has practiced in the area for over 30 years. | |
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Education for Ministry Classes
Saint Stephen's Episcopal Church, Coconut Grove
Tuesdays beginning on October 8th
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Education for Ministry, A.K.A. EFM, is a small study group experience in which we attempt to apply what we think we know about God and the Church to our everyday life. In these attempts we learn and grow in Christ, we dig deeper into the Christian faith, studying the Bible, Church history, theological ideas, and we reflect on connecting faith with life experiences.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Coconut Grove invites you to join the new 2024-25 group. The program comes from the University of the South, School of Theology and intended for lay folks. If you want to know more, call Krisan Lamberti, 305-962-1450.
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The War in the Holy Land
Conversation on Wednesday, October 9th at 7:00 pm
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Our Assisting Bishop, The Right Reverend Greg Rickel, who has traveled extensively in the region and has just recently finished a five year term as Chair of the American Friends of the Diocese of Jerusalem, will be with us on this evening to discuss this war and especially its affects on the “Living Stones," the Christians of the Holy Land, who happen to all be also Palestinians. | |
"Even the title of this presentation should give pause to any person of faith and certainly to those who pledge their allegiance to the Christian Way and the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. In the last four months I have traveled to Scotland, England, and France, and in every town, even in the smallest villages, I have witnessed concern, protest, and outrage over this war. The Holy Land has often been called the navel of the world, the center of the world if there is one, and it has often been said, as the Holy Land goes so do we all. I happen to believe that." -The Right Reverend Greg Rickel | |
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In preparation for this important discussion, we ask that you submit your questions for Bishop Rickel by email to Father Jason at frjason@trinitymiami.org. | |
2024-25 Music in the Cathedral Schedule | |
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Choral Evensong & International Food Reception
Sunday, October 20th - 5:30 p.m.
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After Evensong on October 20th we are excited to reinstate our International Food Reception, a Trinity Cathedral tradition from years past. Everyone is encouraged to attend the October Evensong and to bring a favorite dish to share from your country of origin or from a country you love!
This is being co-coordinated by Jackie Clarke and Shirley Pardon. Please let them know in advance what dish you will bring by emailing them at jackietrinity.ac@gmail.com or shirleypardon@gmail.com.
Thank you - help make this a memorable Evensong and International Food Reception, and please invite your friends and neighbors to join us!
(**Since we do not currently have a kitchen at Trinity, we are asking for FINGER FOOD ONLY - we have no way of reheating or cooking any food.)
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Alcoholics Anonymous Returns to Trinity Cathedral
A newly-formed AA group is now meeting at the Cathedral on Friday evenings at 7:30. The group is the only one currently meeting in the Edgewater/Omni area, and we are honored to host this very important program for our community.
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NEW ONLINE DIRECTORY FOR TRINITY CATHEDRAL
Our new online directory for the Trinity Cathedral community called "Realm Connect" is finally ready for launch!
Select for more information...
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Reader
Ken Hall
Coffee Host
Lucrecia Allen
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10:00 am
Choral Eucharist
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Usher
Lisa Kelly & Family
Reader/Intercessor
Brooks Vanderbush
Alex Paulmer
Coffee Host
Brooks Vanderbush & Family
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12:15 pm
Santa Eucaristía
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Usher
Alexis Barreto
Reader
Ana Barreto
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Termite Fumigation Next Week
September 23 - 27
**Important Notice: The Cathedral and offices will be closed from Monday morning, September 23 through Friday afternoon, September 27 for termite fumigation.
Please continue to call the main number 305-456-8851 or the pastoral care emergency number 786-682-5354 during this time.
Monday's Yoga class and the Wednesday 12:10 Holy Eucharist are cancelled next week. AA will meet on Friday night, 9/27 as scheduled.
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Monday - 23rd
6:15 pm Yoga in the Cathedral - CANCELLED
Wednesday - 25th
12:10 pm Holy Eucharist w/Prayers for Healing - CANCELLED
Friday - 27th
7:30 pm AA on the Bay
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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
Doris Grey
Esteban Rodriguez
Anita Damnavits
Robert Horton
Melba D. Leon
Anthony Munis
The Reverend James Considine
Norma Wright
Kevin Ryan
Molisa Sjogreen
The Reverend Albert Halverstadt, Jr.
Leonardo Navarro
Esperanza Petronila
Gilles Prod'homme
Rodney Owen
Cecilia
Alfred Solomon
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Birthdays
Ravenna Maer
Lisa Kelly
The Reverend Rafael Garcia
Anniversary
In Memoriam
Myrtice St. Claire Lawson
Norman Conaway
Juanita Schwab
Keith A. Fonseca
Koon Yen Louie
Elmire Préval
Thercius Préval
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
The Church of North India (United)
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Happy Birthday and many blessings this week to Father Rafael!! | |
Conversations with Bishop Eaton | |
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Bishop Eaton's latest podcast delves into the significance of Juneteenth for individuals and communities. He is joined by Archdeacon Hal Hurley, Archdeacon for African Descent Ministries in the Episcopal Church in Southeast Florida, and Dr. Kathyrne Wyche Latimore, President of the Theodore R. Gibson Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians for our Diocese. The conversation sheds light on how Juneteenth can inspire and strengthen our communities. Tune in to gain insights and understand the impact of Juneteenth within our Episcopal community.
The podcast is available to listen on your favorite podcast apps: Apple, Spotify, and RSS.
Podcast Link
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Yoga in the Cathedral
September 30th at 6:15 pm
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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. | |
Second Saturday - Begins again on OCTOBER 12th!
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Altar Flowers & Sanctuary Candle | |
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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.
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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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"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.
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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 Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost | | |
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What sort of cravings afflict the modern church?
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Jeremiah has sometimes been called “the weeping prophet,” and it’s clear from a passage like this why the label might have some merit. Today’s excerpt is from the first of Jeremiah’s “complaints” (see commentary in the New Oxford Annotated Bible). The words establish Jeremiah as a prophet who has suffered wrong. And not only has Jeremiah suffered – he has suffered at the hands of his own people: as a verse later in the same chapter confirms, people from Jeremiah’s own hometown, Anathoth, are seeking to kill him. Thus it is all the more poignant when Jeremiah describes being betrayed like “a gentle lamb” led in ignorance “to the slaughter” (vs. 19).
Bible Study in full...
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Trinity in Pictures
Last Sunday we celebrated the Holy Baptism of Jahmer at 10:00 a.m. Thanks be to God!
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Cathedral Office Hours
Monday – Thursday 9:00am until 3:00pm
In case of pastoral emergency, please call 786-682-5354.
Email: office@trinitymiami.org
Cathedral Visits
The Cathedral doors are open Monday - Friday from 9:00 - 1:00 for visits and for prayer.
Visit us at trinitymiami.org
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