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Diana Butler Bass Book Study Begins January 19
January 12, 2016
On February 18, Trinity Cathedral Insights presents Diana Butler Bass, the author of nine books on American religion, including Christianity After Religion, Christianity for the Rest of Us, and A people's History of Christianity. She holds a Ph.D. in religious studies from Duke University, has taught at the college and graduate level, and is currently an independent scholar. She was a columnist for The New York Times and writes for The Huffington Post and The Washington Post on issues of religion, spirituality, and culture.
Every year, more Americans leave organized religion behind as people disaffiliate and the nation becomes more religiously diverse. Grounded explores this cultural turn as Bass unpacks how people are finding new spiritual ground through a God who resides in the world with us - in the soil, the water, the sky, in our homes and neighborhoods, and in the global commons. People are connecting with God through the environment in which we live. Grounded guides readers through our contemporary spiritual habitat by paying attention to the ways in which people experience a God who animates creation and community.
The book study is free and begins on January 19 for four weeks. More information and sign up can be found here. It is led by The Rev. Dr. Laurel Arthur Burton in Morrison Hall. There are two studies available: Brown Bag discussion at 12:00 or Happy Hour at 5:30. Childcare is available at 5:30 with advanced reservations.
The book, Grounded, is available at Wordsworth Books.
Please note: The final study on February 9 will be a combined group, meeting at noon. This is to enable all to attend the Mardi Gras celebration that evening in Chancellor's Hall!
P.R.A.Y. Program to be Offered for Children in Grades 1-3
January 12, 2016
This winter, Greg Albert will lead the God and Me curriculum, as part of the P.R.A.Y. Program for children in grades 1-3. This curriculum is designed to help children become best friends with Jesus and tell their story of “God and Me” together. Children will tell their story of “God and Me” by starting with the creation story. Children will learn that God is their Creator and that God calls them by name, and they will give praise to God. Their story will continue as they learn of God’s love through Jesus. As they tell parallel stories of their own birth and the birth of Jesus, they will proclaim that Jesus was born to be their Savior. Their story will grow as children learn that God wants them to pray. Children will be encouraged to talk and listen to God as they share from their heart. Their story of “God and Me” will wrap up with the parable of the lost sheep. As children learn to lean on God as their Good Shepherd, they will be challenged to reach out and be “good shepherds” to those around them.
For more information on this program, and to sign up your child, please click here or call the church office at (501) 372-0294.
Spring Confirmation Class Announced
January 12, 2016
ANNOUNCING THE SPRING ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS
Foundations in Christian Faith
Bishop Benfield will be at Trinity May 1.
This class is for those preparing for baptism, confirmation, or renewal of their baptismal vows.
Classes begin Wednesday, February 17, continuing through Wednesday, May 4
Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Cathedral House Conference Room
Taught by Doctors Keller and Snapp and the Rev. Amber Carswell
Sign up by calling the church office at (501) 372-0294 or sign up here.
Dr. Keller's Installation Service (Video)
January 11, 2016
Dr. Keller's installation service is now available on YouTube!
Notice of Proposed Amendments to the Bylaws
January 07, 2016
Upon the advice of our Chancellor Clarke Tucker, the Dean and Vestry are recommending changes to the parish bylaws, for consideration and action at the Annual Meeting on January 31. The impetus for change was a decision to close an entity called the Cathedral Corporation, which had owned the Cathedral School buildings and has not been active for several years. A few other changes—mostly by way of language clean-up—are being proposed for consideration. The Chancellor will walk us through the proposed changes at the meeting before the vote.
This Sunday! 1/10/16
January 05, 2016
- The Dean's Class: Dr. Keller: “Miracles: My Two Cents” Last fall at Trinity miracles were a topic of prolonged study and consideration, centering on Eric Metaxas’ Insights Lecture on his book Miracles: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How They Can Change Your Life. On this Sunday in the Dean’s class Dr. Keller will offer some of his own reflections on the subject, concluding with a story of a very recent miraculous occurrence at Trinity.
- Doctor Robert Johnston's "Living the Questions" will join the Dean's Class this Sunday.
Funeral Notice
January 05, 2016
Dear Members of the Episcopal Collegiate School Community:
As you know, we lost a beloved member of our extended family over the Christmas Break with the passing of Mr. Hoyt “Chip” Parks on December 24, 2015.
Such a loss is difficult for any family, but even more difficult during the holidays. I know that each of us has had Mr. Parks in our thoughts and prayers and that we continue to offer support and prayers for Mrs. Debbie Parks and her sons, Jered and Blake, as they mourn the loss of their husband and father.
A memorial service celebrating Mr. Parks’ life and service to Episcopal Collegiate School is planned for Saturday, January 9, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, which is located at 310 W. 17th Street in Little Rock. All members of the community are invited to attend the service.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Episcopal Collegiate School and designated to the Mr. Hoyt “Chip” Parks Memorial Fund.
This Sunday! 1/3/15
December 29, 2015
- The Rev. R. Ewing Jackson, Jr. (7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 11:15 a.m.)
- The Very Rev. Dr. Christoph Keller, III, Dean and Rector (5:00 p.m.)
- The Dean's Class: Peter Hartstein will be leading the class, "Holocaust Memories." We meet at 10:15 p.m. in Morrison Hall.
- Doctor Robert Johnston's "Living the Questions" will join the Dean's Class this Sunday.
The Bible Challenge Begins January 3!
December 28, 2015
Begins January 3 in the Conference Room
Take a great journey through the Bible, a year-long reading adventure, with The Bible Challenge. Each day you will be accompanied by a meditation written by a church leader or biblical scholar. More than one hundred archbishops, bishops, deans, priest and scholars have contributed essays. The Rev. Marek P. Zabriskie, founder of The Bible Challenge, believes that our lives of faith will be enlivened and expanded by a sustained encounter with God's Word. If you never thought you could read the whole Bible, The Bible Challenge is a wonderful way to embark on a holy pilgrimage joined by others from around the world!
The full reading schedule is posted here.
Please purchase your book ahead of time. You can get it here, or contact Annie.
Lead by Greg Albert & Annie Burton
A Christmas Message from the Dean and Julie
December 23, 2015
Dear People of Trinity Cathedral,
Christmas is upon us!
There is no day like it in the year. Come nightfall, Christmas Eve doesn’t just speak—itsingsto us of the love of God in Christ for all the earth. And it shines a light that reaches into the darkest corners of our lives with hopeful possibilities. The next morning, a beautiful quiet descends upon the city.
These past several weeks you have showered us with cards, notes, and gifts to make us feel loved, appreciated, and important. These are wonderful feelings. We pray that, this Christmas—some way, somehow—these same feelings will get through to you.
Merry Christmas everybody!
Chris and Julie