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1 Parish notes WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS! Trinity is a place where you will find open minds, open hearts and open doors. We believe that as people of God, we can all share in God's love; a love that is inclusive, ever abundant and meant to be expressed through our action in the world. We are delighted to have you with us and hope you will come back often. If you would like to learn more about life here at Trinity please: Fill out a Welcome Card Join us for coffee on the Labyrinth Plaza The Worship Bulletin you received along with this handout will be your basic guide through this morning's liturgy. Parish Notes: In the column to the right you will find the scripture readings, hymns and other music for this service. The following pages contain further information about today s worship and our upcoming meetings and events. Hymn Singing: The hymn numbers are listed to the right and on the pillars at the front of the church. The Hymnal is the red book located in the pew rack in front of you. Reading the Lessons: If you would like to follow the scripture readings, Bibles are available at the back of the church. Open Communion: From whatever tradition you come and wherever you are in your journey of faith, you are welcome at our table. You will find simple directions on how to participate in the worship bulletin. Children & Youth: Trinity offers church school programs for ages 3½ -12. Our program, the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, meets each Sunday starting at 9:00 a.m. in the church school building behind the main sanctuary building. Ages 3-5 meet upstairs, grades 1-3 meet downstairs and grades 4-6 meet upstairs in the church school. Trinity Youth Group includes all 7th-12th graders, meeting approximately twice each month, usually on Sunday afternoons. See articles in Parish Notes for information on upcoming activities. Children at Communion: Children are brought into the church during the Offertory Hymn to join us for Holy Communion. At this point, you are welcome to gather your children from the nursery to be with you. Nursery & Toddler care is available 9:30-11:15 a.m. (Ask an usher for directions). Visit our Resource & Welcome Tables Visit our website at today s lessons LESSONS: Bibles are available at the rear of the church. First Lesson: Isaiah 50:4-9a OT 527 Psalm Psalm 31:9-16 events at trinity YOUTH GROUP HIKE TODAY AT 11:30 a.m.! See Page 3 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE See Page 7 CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8 See Page 2 GAME NIGHT FRIDAY, APRIL 10 See Page 3 See Bulletin Second Lesson: Philippians 2:5-11 NT 152 The Holy Gospel: Mark 11:1-11 NT 36 HYMNS PROCESSIONAL HYMN OFFERTORY HYMN DISMISSAL HYMN See Bulletin See Bulletin See Bulletin Trinity Episcopal Church 1500 State Street Santa Barbara Ca the week ahead Sunday, March 29 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 11:30 a.m. Youth Group 5:30 p.m. Education For Ministry Tuesday, March 31 Noon Mary Magdalene Inspired Prayer and Chanting 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist Wednesday, April 1 7:00 a.m. Centering Prayer Noon Noon THE SUNDAY OF THE PASSION: PALM SUNDAY MARCH 29, 2015 Base Community Mary Magdalene Inspired Prayer and Chanting 6:15 p.m. Vestry Meeting Thursday, April 2 10:30 a.m. Women s Circle 6:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Supper 8:00 p.m. Prayer Vigil 8:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Friday, April 3 6:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy & Communion Saturday, April 4 7:00 p.m. The Great Vigil of Easter with Baptisms Sunday, April 5 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 11:30 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt 5:30 p.m. Education For Ministry EASTER FLOWER DECORATIONS - LAST CHANCE! Please use the envelope in the pew for this year s Easter church decorations. Put your check for $20 or cash in the envelope and place it in the offering plate or give it to the Welcome Table after church by TODAY. Please print clearly. 1

2 worship ministers take note 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Presiding: The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate Rector Preaching & Assisting: The Rev. Mark Asman, Rector Acolyte: Michael Neal Arnold Reader: Diana Buzerak Intercessor: Beth Horvath Lay Eucharistic Minister: Jim Belden Ushers: Jean Davis, Mark Benson Altar Guild: Nollie Lei Dawson 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Presiding: The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate Rector Preaching & Assisting: The Rev. Mark Asman, Rector Acolytes: Jane Hahn, Susan Decker, Julia Aidnik, McKensey Hayes-Nadler Prayer Ministers: Faye Cox, Georgia Noble, Terry Walker, Nina Zimmer Readers: Elizabeth Rutherford, Angus Goodner Lay Eucharistic Ministers: Anna Kokotovic, John Michal, Dodie Little, Fawzia Talbert Ushers: Stephen Humphreys, David Gartrell, Jeffrey Krutzsch, Jim Terzian Welcome Team: Kathryn Meyer, Anika Backelin-Harrison, Anne Shaw, Irene Sahyun, Mel Sahyun Hand & Heart: Nina Ward Altar Guild: Louise Fisher Organist: Thomas Joyce Choir Director and Cantor: Grey Brothers Weekly Office Volunteers: Jessie Breytspraak, Mary Campbell, Jane Ellison, Betty Ferry, Andrea Fritzen, MK & Jim Micallef, Nina Zimmer SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION CONFESSION is an opportunity in preparation for Lent to make an honest inventory of our lives in order to be reminded of God s love which sets us free through forgiveness. Contact: The Rev. Mark Asman masman@trinitysb.org or The Rev.Carren Sheldon csheldon@trinitysb.org The Rev. Judy Stevens prayandact3@gmail.com The Rev. David Barnhouse dhbarnhouse54@gmail.com; The Rev. Martha Siegel mbsiegel@cox.net The Rev. Colleen Sterne cksterne@cox.net HOLY WEEK AND EASTER MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Practice Hospitality by volunteering to help the Holy Week and Easter drama unfold. From praying at the vigil to arranging flowers, your time, talent and treasure are needed. Find something from the following list that speaks to you and sign up at the Welcome Table. * Help with Maundy Thursday Teams begin to gather Wednesday, April 1 to cook, set up tables and arrange flowers. Thursday team members greet, host tables, guide foot washing and clean up. * Maundy Thursday Sign up at the Welcome Table if you can attend supper. That will help with our planning! * Pray with the Prayer Vigil Join a one hour shift through the night of April 2 (8:00 p.m.- 7:00 a.m.) until Good Friday morning. * Decorate the Church Beginning April 4 at 9:00 a.m., help decorate for Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday. All are Welcome! No experience necessary. CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER April 8 at 7:00 p.m. Join us to celebrate Eastertide at the monthly contemplative prayer group on Wednesday, April 8, 7-8 p.m. in the chapel. Norma Stuck will facilitate the session. All are welcome. (Newcomers: We enter the chapel through the iron gate between the church and the education building. ) SERMONS Available for listening on our website: trinitysb.ladiocese.org/worship/sermons.html Dear Trinity People, A Message About the Portfolio Committee The Portfolio Committee met this past Tuesday night to begin our work as a congregation thinking through our upcoming transition in leadership. Two big questions are before us: first, Who Are We? Imagine if someone visiting at our worship service asked you about Trinity. How would you describe the congregation? What do we believe, value, and stand for? What is our role as a church in the Santa Barbara community? And second, Where Are We Going? Six or seven years from now what should we be like? What new challenges must we face? What new issues should be addressed in our life as the People of God in this time and place? I urge all of you to be thinking about these questions. Once past Easter you will be hearing more from us about how you can be a part of this conversation. Your views are important, and you will have ample opportunities to share them. May Easter enliven us spiritually and open us to serious reflection about Trinity s future. Clark Roof 2 our mission As God s people, we will share the love of God in a way that nurtures body, mind and spirit. Demonstrating God s love for the world, we will serve a diverse population and accept one another without reservations. By including all people as one family in worship and service to God, we are all empowered and inspired by the Spirit to continue the work of Jesus Christ.

3 take note children and youth GAME NIGHT COME PLAY! APRIL 10TH, 6:00 8:30 P.M. Fun for all! Trinity children and youth, LGBTQ, and choir challenge the whole congregation to COME PLAY! Playing is one of the most natural and wonderful things we humans do, and children are very good at it (it s how they learn, connect with people and enjoy life)! And yet, being playful is a skill that goes underground for many of us serious adults. Come reconnect with your mischievous inner child at GAME NIGHT. What s in it for you? Have some fun! Connect with people of all ages! Eat yummy treats! Sign up on the Labyrinth plaza. We ll you more information about Game Night! SCHOOL OF THE HEART SUNDAY APRIL 12 At 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. during the Ministry of the Word, we will teach and practice different forms of contemplation. * Chanting * Labyrinth Walking WELCOME TRINITY S NEW YOUTH MINISTRIES COORDINATOR Trinity member, Libby Yardi has been called to serve Trinity Youth. She ll coordinate their many activities, community service projects and explorations of spiritual life. Libby is a cradle Episcopalian, who has settled in Santa Barbara to raise her family. Libby has had a successful career as an executive assistant, she has traveled the world, and she is an experienced ice hockey coach. Please take a moment to thank Libby for saying yes to this exciting part of Trinity s community life. BRING A FEW OUNCES OF WATER TO SHARE IN OUR SPECIAL WATER HONORING OF EARTH DAY SUNDAY, APRIL 19 In part, the service will be devoted to sustainability themes and the celebration of God s earth, with a focus on water. We are asking every household to please bring with them to church a few ounces of water from home or from a meaningful place. There will be a special honoring of water at the 8 am and 10 am services. Water is the first, and most important, element in life. It is a sacred blessing that we all receive the lifeblood of planet earth. Honoring water with reverence and ensuring that we have clean, healthy, pure water for all is at the foundation of creating a sustainable and beautiful future. It truly unites us all. (Unitarian Universalist Association) Also, you are invited to join a Trinity group after the service for a tour of Earth Day festivities at Alameda Park. For more information about Sustainable Trinity, contact Jean Davis, jeanlangedavis@gmail.com. THE TRINITY WISDOM GROUP We will meet April 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Meditation Chapel. We are reading Chapter 8 of the Wisdom Way of Knowing. Contact : Faye Cox faye.cox@me.com CONTACTS: Nursery/Toddler care Marisa Brenninkmeyer Church School ages 3 1 Elizabeth Hess, ehess@trinitysb.org Youth ages Libby Yardi, lyardi@trinitysb.org TODAY IN CHURCH SCHOOL Children at Trinity meet most Sundays for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program (CGS). Since each Level of the program covers a range of ages, often several lessons are offered each Sunday, with most children taking part in only one. Level I will enjoy a Palm Sunday procession and work explore the passion narrative using materials representing the City of Jerusalem. Level II will again work with the parable of the Grain of Wheat and wheat seedlings to reflect on the mystery of death and life, and reflect on the passion narrative. Level III will be in church for Palm Sunday. TRINITY YOUTH GROUP For 7th-12th graders Youth Confirmation The sacrament of Confirmation is a mature, adult commitment to living into our baptismal vows, and strengthening for mission, through the laying on of hands by the bishop. We re planning meeting times for youth who are interested in exploring this sacrament and discerning whether or not they re called to it. Please let Carren know if you re interested in participating. Trinity Youth Group 7th-12th graders We re hiking today at Inspiration Point today, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Bring your lunch and a bottle of water! We re leaving right after church (11:30am). Pick-up and drop-off at Trinity. Next Meeting: April 12, 3pm-6pm Mystery Activity to be announced Pick-up and drop-off at Trinity. For more information, please contact Libby: lyardi@trinitysb.org 3

4 Trinity Youth Backstage 2015 was another great success! In addition to entertaining the audience with their gifts and talents, Trinity Youth raised $528 to provide Easter baskets for the children of Transition House. Thanks to everyone who supported this event! COFFEE HOUR NEWS FROM THE HOSPITALITY COUNCIL Parishioners with last names from G-O are invited to sign up for a Sunday to host our popular social time. Hosts are asked to bring 3 dozen treats, savory or sweet, plated and ready to serve. Sign up on the Labyrinth Plaza. Contact: Jill Kennedy at jillken@att.net THANK YOU TO THE DOZENS of people who supplied casseroles for the Warming Center. We have repeatedly been told by our guests that we have the BEST dinners. The few casseroles we have left will be used by Trinity volunteers for the monthly meal they prepare for the Faulding Hotel (a downtown Santa Barbara hotel housing working poor and residents on a fixed income). take note Holy Baptism is a traditional part of our Easter Eve Vigil. If you would like to be a candidate for baptism, or to present an infant or child for baptism on April 4, at 7:00 p.m., please contact Carren Sheldon at csheldon@trinitysb.org. Adult candidates and sponsors will participate in a baptism preparation meeting on Saturday morning, April 4, from 9 a.m.-12 noon DINNER WITH FRIENDS COMING SOON... Look for the flyer to fill out- Potluck dinners start Mid May. Contact Jill Kennedy, jillken@att.net for flyer or for more information. TRINITY MEN S RETREAT 2015 May at Westmont College Campus EMBRACING MYSTERY Led by Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author of Rabbi Rami s Guide to God. We will structure the retreat around the Daily Office and meditation times and start after check-in on Friday afternoon with a short intro to Westmont and then dinner, followed by Rami s introduction to the nature of Mystery, as portrayed in Job and Ecclesiastes, on Friday evening. The rest of the weekend will be spent accessing the Mystery by entering the texts with our bodies. From Job: In my flesh I see God. Rami wants to help us discover where the wildness is for us right now. We on the planning committee want this to be not so much an intellectual discussion about God, but rather, an experience of God. This is why we have invited Rami to be with us. We plan to welcome 30 men to the retreat, and reservations are now open for Trinity men. The cost, including five meals and two nights lodging in a private room with shared bath, is about $200. Please markb1351@gmail.com to reserve a space, and send a check for $100, made out to Trinity, to lock in your reservation. After April 12, if there are spaces left, we will open it to the larger Santa Barbara community, where we already know there is interest because of Rami. We hope you can join us! --Mark B, for the planning committee: Michael Arnold, John Draper, Bob Richard, and Dennis Wylie 4 st. mike s corner CAFE PICASSO NEEDS MEALS Can you provide a meal or food for the pantry for Cafe Picasso? Cafe Picasso serves a Sunday meal to students and provides a community environment and study space at St. Michael s. To learn more about Cafe Picasso, watch the video 7PVVGGG4k0&feature=youtube_gdata Please contact Beth Thornton , if you can provide a meal for a Sunday in May (3, 10, 17, 24).

5 community 8TH ANNUAL HOMELESS FOOT WASHING EVENT - THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. You can help by donating a pair of new sneakers, hiking boots or socks (adult sizes) and travel size cosmetics. Items can be dropped off at Trinity. Volunteers are needed the day of the event. The event sponsored by Willbridge is at the Veteran s Memorial Building, 112 West Carbrillo Blvd. Please call and inquire about the different work stations, NOON HOLY SATURDAY ON THE TRINITY LABYRINTH: PRAYER OF PEACE AND HEALING FOR OUR WORLD. On Saturday, April 4, The Wisdom Groups of Trinity, St. Marks and All Saints invite our community to pray together. There will be a reading of Teilhard de Chardin s Mass on the World, and then a very simple dance that is sweeping the globe called the Elm Dance. 1ST ANNUAL DISABILITY RIGHTS FORUM - SATURDAY, APRIL 18 This forum is for all central coast disability advocates. We will explore accessible transportation, finding a place to live and staying healthy. Come and get educated and hear from local, county and state leaders. This event will be from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Eastside Library, 1102 E. Montecito St. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Sponsored by the Independent Living Resource Center. For information contact Jacob Lesner-Buxton at jlesner@ilrc-trico.org. prayers Please remember these prayer requests during the Prayers of the People and the week ahead. *Please Remember In Your Prayers: Tom, Gabriella and Guiliana Franco, William Arnold, Jean S., Stephen C., Marcos Gamas, Daniel Gamas, Mia R, Conor Reed, Jessie Breytspraak, Carrie Terzian, Danae, Ron, Chuck, Kimber and Carey Morton, The Rev. Arthur & Sue Siddal, Molly Dollie, Laurie Lagestrom, Marianne, Matt, Nancy, Matthew Strickland, David & Hana Estrada, Jon Romenazzi, Pascal, Todd Johnson, Ana & Chris Mossaad, Billy Jones, Rebecca Bodor, David, Diana and John Brettrager and family.. Those With Long Term Illness: Margaret Marvin, Kathryn Dean, George Breytspraak, Rachel, Lucretia, Margaret Govea, Dorito, Betty H, Roger Turner, Jill Harper, Quinn Sellars, Joy Andrews, Jane Arnold, Marcos G., Jerry Whitney and family, Michel Reid, Terry Roof, Beverly King Dorsey Bob Frierson, Elena Decker, Marcia Capps, Rosemary Jennings. For the departed: The Lee Family, Ragnar Allen Engebretsen, Virginia Ricks Humphreys, John Hoyne. Serving our country in the armed forces: Craig & Catherine Christ, Grant Fish, Michael C. Fish, Lisa Skioldhanlin, Alec Menoni, David Dees, Theresa Berry, Thomas Richert, Steven Finch, Frederick Johnston, Nicole A. Dennis, Kyle Ray, John Whitney, Taylor Sutherland, Ross Monten, Rodger Schuld. Aspirants, Postulants and Candidates for Holy Orders: Michael Corrigan, Lauren Williams, Sarah Thomas *Note: Names will be removed after 60 days. If you wish to have someone added, call the office at or office@trinitysb.org. Please indicate which list: short-term, long-term or departed. shared ministry OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN MINISTRY Transition House Provides food, shelter and services to families who have lost their homes. A team of Trinity volunteers serves dinner to residents once a month. Contact: Michael Arnold (Saturday coordinator) Teresa Pietsch (Sunday coordinator) Community Kitchen Provides hot nutritious meals to the hungry and homeless in Santa Barbara. A group of Trinity volunteers serves lunch on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month throughout the year at Casa Esperanza. Contact: Sarah Dobbs Faulding Hotel A historic hotel that houses the working poor and residents on a fixed income. Trinity volunteers take part in a mutual ministry of learning and socializing each month on the third Saturday with the residents. Providing lunch with an activity or program. Contact: Regina Rodriguez Harding School Helpers Trinity volunteers help with either classroom or after school homework help. We always welcome classroom helpers for pre-school to fifth grade and homework volunteers Mon.-Thurs. 4:15-5:15 p.m. Contact: Bob Ward wardrt2@cox.net or Anne Porter at anneporter@cox. net or HELP SAVE GRANADA BOOKS! TODAY AT 2 P.M. Granada Books will have to close their doors if additional money is not raised soon. In order to raise money to help keep their doors open, children s book author, and Trinity s own CSM, Judith Torres, will be reading, singing and signing books this Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m. at the Granada Bookstore. Proceeds will be donated to the bookstore. Please come and round up some children ages 3 7 years of age to come with you! 5

6 6 february financials Feb 2015 Actual Budget Income $59,987 $71,682 Expense $70,316 $74,547 Year-to-Date Income $141,407 $155,073 Expense $137,974 $131,328 Trinity is grateful for each financial pledge and gift supporting our programs and ministries. Because our expenses are largely predictable and our income varies from month-tomonth, staying as current as possible is a great help to us. If at any time your circumstances change, please notify Cami Segna, our parish Business Manager. For a full statement of our income and expense, and vestry notes, see the bulletin board in the Parish Hall building for monthly update. capital campaign update As of February 2015 Pledge goal: $2,300,000 Actual pledges: $2,156,504 Income to date: $2,158,036 Expenses to date: $2,028,690 Balance of current funds: $129,346 mid week worship Tuesday Evening Eucharist: 5:30 p.m. Holy Communion and 20 minutes of silent meditation bring us together for rest and renewal in the company of others who also feel called to watch and wait in the presence of the Holy Spirit. Wednesday Centering Prayer: 7:00 a.m. in the chancel. For questions, please call or Mark Benson, , markb1351@gmail.com. Contemplative Prayer: A Trinity group to practice various forms of Christian contemplative prayer gathers monthly on the second Wednesday evening, 7-8 p.m., ordinarily in the chapel. For more information, talk with Art ( ) or Judy Stevens ( ). Base Community Bible Study and Eucharist: Wednesdays, noon, in the library. This group meets each week for Bible Study and reflects on the upcoming Sunday s gospel lesson. It closes with an informal Eucharist. about pledging Our vision of Stewardship recognizes that God is the giver and has blessed each one of us with many gifts. Common to us all is the privilege and blessing of how we use the precious gifts of our time, talent and treasure. Stewardship is the spiritual practice of discerning the use of these gifts in building God s dream of love and justice in our hearts, relationships and world. At Trinity we call your gift of time and talent Shared Ministry and we call your gift of treasure a pledge. Pledge forms are available at the Welcome Table. pastoral care Hospital Visitation: If you, or a member of the parish that you know, is going into the hospital please notify Mark and Carren so they can arrange to visit. Homebound Visitation: If you, or a member of the parish that you know, are homebound (long-term or short-term) and would like a visit or the Eucharist brought to them, please contact the Pastoral Care Committee: Fawzia Talbert or fawzia.talbert@gmail.com or Don Zimmerman Healing Touch Prayer Ministry: If you, or someone you know, would like to receive a time of Healing Touch Prayer, please contact Nina Zimmer at Helping Hands: The purpose of Helping Hands is to provide short-term care and support for parishioners who need a little extra help due to illness or life circumstances. These volunteers do things like cook a meal, run an errand, or provide transportation. Helpers are put into a resource pool and called upon on an as need basis. Mac McNeel, Prayer Shawl Ministry: Shawls are handmade by parishioners and blessed each month. If you or someone you know is in need of this prayer-filled comfort, please contact: Norma Stuck, , normaestuck@gmail.com. Pastoral Emergency Contact Number: In case of a pastoral or medical EMERGENCY outside of regular office hours please call Clergy will respond to your page as soon as possible. trinity contact list staff The Rev. Mark E. Asman, Rector masman@trinitysb.org The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate Rector csheldon@trinitysb.org Katrina Perez, Administrative Assistant office@trinitysb.org Teresa Pietsch, Administrative Assistant office@trinitysb.org Judith Torres, Coordinator of Shared Ministries jtorres@trinitysb.org Cami Segna, Business Manager csegna@trinitysb.org Elizabeth Hess, Coordinator of Children's Ministries ehess@trinitysb.org Libby Yardi, Coordinator of Youth Ministries lyardi@trinitysb.org Grey Brothers, Minister of Choral & Congregational Music brothers@westmont.edu Thomas Joyce, Minister of Keyboard Music tjoyce@trinitysb.org Miguel Toscano, Sexton mtoscano@trinitysb.org Jan Fadden, Parish Nurse, parish council Administration & Inclusion: Geoff Hornby, , ghornby@earthlink.net Children & Youth Council: Vanessa Woods, , nessawoods@gmail.com and Susan Krutzsch , krutzsch.s@gmail.com Adult Christian Formation: Dennis Wylie, , dwylie@cox.net Hospitality: Jill Kennedy, , jillken@att.net and Julia Laraway, , a1fyr516@aol.com Justice & Outreach: Brian Bargiel, , brian@ thebargiels.com and Laurinda Marshall, , laurindax@yahoo.com Worship: Lynn Carlisle, lynnjcarlisle@gmail.com vestry Anne Porter, Senior Warden,anneporter@cox.net Michael Neal Arnold, Junior Warden, mnarnold@ hascosb.com Diana Thomas, Clerk, deelee.thomas@gmail.com Stephen Humphreys, humphreys@history.ucsb.edu Ann Jaqua, annjaqua@cox.net Georgia Noble, gnoble@cox.net Aaron Panchal, apanchal@westmont.edu Patsy Price, pstadel@gmail.com Elizabeth Schmid, eschmid09@me.com Stephen Singleton, teaslton@cox.net Terry Walker, terrywal805@gmail.com Kristi Wallace, kristi957@gmail.com

7 holy week and easter March 29: Palm Sunday 8:00 a.m. The Blessing of the Palms and Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m. The Liturgy of the Palms and Holy Eucharist All who are able please assemble on the Labyrinth Plaza for the Blessing of the Palms and procession into the church for Eucharist. The altar of Mary Magdalene will be set up for Holy Week: All are invited to spend time at the altar in honor of Mary Magdalene s steadfast love and faithful presence: her anointing Jesus for death, remaining at the foot of the Cross, keeping vigil at the Tomb, and hurrying to the Garden. With her, we can accompany Jesus through the events of Holy Week, choosing to remain with him. There will be Scriptures and Prayers for reflection, or simply come and sit in quiet presence. March 31: Tuesday 12:00 noon. Mary Magdalene inspired Noonday prayer and chanting. Preparatory Ritual of Ablution and Absolution. Held in the Chancel. All are welcome. April 1: Wednesday 12:00 noon. Mary Magdalene inspired Noonday prayer and chanting. Anointing Ceremony. Held in the Chancel. All are welcome. April 2: Maundy Thursday 6:00 p.m. Simple supper and Eucharist with foot-washing (optional). Gather in the Parish Hall for our primary liturgy of readings, optional foot-washing and anointing with rose oil and Eucharist in the context of a simple meal. The liturgy lasts about 2 hours. Nursery care available for children 4 and under. Sign up by April 1. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Children s Activities. *The Labyrinth will be available for walks before and after this service. 8:00 p.m. (Thursday) through 7:00 a.m. (Friday) Prayer Vigil. Keep symbolic watch with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane inside the Church. A minimum of two people sign up for each hour throughout the night. Sign up by March 29. April 3: Good Friday 12:00 noon. Good Friday Ecumenical Service at First Presbyterian Church, 21 E. Constance Ave in Santa Barbara. 6:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy & Communion. The principal liturgy of the day with choral singing of The Passion. April 4: Holy Saturday (Easter Eve) 9:00 a.m. Decorating of the Church. All are welcome, no experience necessary. Sign up at the resource table. 7:00 p.m. The Great Vigil of Easter with Baptisms. Begins on the Labyrinth Plaza with the lighting of the Easter fire. The congregation processes in and lights a vigil candle for the first part of the service. This is the first celebration of the Resurrection with the lighting of the Paschal Candle, readings recounting salvation history and baptisms. The service lasts about 2 hours. Incense will be used. Please bring a hand bell to ring in the Alleluias. 7:00 p.m. Liturgy of Light. This joyful and solemn atrium service for children aged 5 through 12 takes place during the Easter Vigil. In prayer, song and scripture we remember the death and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. No nursery care is provided during the Easter Vigil. *The Labyrinth will be available for walks before and after this service. April 5: Easter Sunday, The Sunday of the Resurrection 8:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist & Hymns 10:00 a.m. Festival Choral Eucharist. Incense will be used. Children Flower the Cross (bring your own flowers and we will have some on hand too) to begin our service. Children s activities in the Parish Hall then join the congregation at the time of the Eucharist. Nursery Care is provided during the service. Children s Easter Egg Hunt follows the service. 7

8 MEETING CHURCH AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME A Refresher Course on the Episcopal Tradition and Trinity Church Begins May 1, Ends Sunday May 16, 2015 If you have been participating at Trinity for a while and are feeling moved by the Spirit to find out more about the faith that energizes our life here and explore the possibility of membership, Confirmation or Baptism, we encourage you to participate in the Meeting Church Again for the First Time series that begins on Friday, May 1st. We welcome also, those who have been around for a while and just want a theological update and the opportunity to make some wonderful connections. This series has rich content where participants have the opportunity to learn and explore: o o o o Our historical roots in the Anglican tradition The richness of our Worship and Sacraments Our ways to interpret the Bible and its role in our faith Practicing the Christian Life We do all of this in the context of building real Christian Community. You will have the opportunity get to know others more deeply who are on the journey of faith with you as we discover how our stories are connected to God s Story. Meeting Church is just about the best way we know to get acquainted with Trinity, and to find your way into more active participation (called membership) here. Dates and times: Friday, May 1 Saturday, May 2 Friday, May 8 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 16 6:00 9:00 pm 9:00 am 1:00 pm 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 9:00 am 1:00 pm Sunday, May 17 Celebration Coffee Hour This series also serves as preparation for Baptism and Confirmation in the Episcopal Church. For those adult members of the Parish wishing to be Baptized or Confirmed, Meeting Church Again is a required course. The next opportunity to be baptized, confirmed, or received into the Episcopal Church TBD. The course is also highly recommended for parents of children who will soon be baptized. Questions, contact Rev. Carren Sheldon, csheldon@trinitysb.org, The book we read is by Marcus Borg, The Heart of Christianity, available for purchase or lending. More information, the book and registration are at the Welcome Table. 8