text:
Shared Housing
Feb. 4, 11, & 25
Led by Debbie Hunter
In a world with finite resources, sharing will have to become more the norm rather than the exception. This is also the case when it comes to housing. Sharing housing resources not only serves a practical purpose of creating affordable housing opportunities but it also serves as a means of building community. This class will explore the concept of shared housing as laid out in Annamarie Pluhar's book Sharing Housing: A Guidebook for Finding and Keeping Good Housemates.
Prayer: Cultivating a Relationship
March 4, 11, 18, & 25
Led by the Rev. Kay Rackley
At its essence, prayer is the spiritual practice that focuses on the cultivation of a relationship with the Divine. This class will explore the variety of expressions that the practice of prayer may take and how individuals can discover a prayer practice that facilitates their relationship with the Divine.
Frida Berrigan: It Runs in the Family
Author Talk & Book Signing
March 25
Frida Berrigan, daughter of Liz McAlister and Phil Berrigan and author of It Runs in the Family: On Being Raised by Radicals and Growing Into Rebellious Motherhood, visits Trinity Cathedral on March 25. All are welcome to this free event. Learn more.
The Creed: Its Relevance in the 21st Century
April 8, 15, 22 & 29
Led by the Rev. Kay Rackley
Although the Nicene Creed has been understood traditionally to be the definitive statement concerning the Christian faith, it is nonetheless a statement that as little resonance to the modern mind. This class will explore the creed and the claims that it is making and how those claims impact our lives and faith. This class will use Joan Chittister's Book, In Search of Belief as the foundation for our discussions.
Tai Chi
Led by George Anderson
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that was originally developed for self-defense (it is considered to be a martial art form). Today tai chi has evolved into a graceful and elegant form of exercise where each posture flows gently into the next without pause which ensures that your body remains in constant motion. Consequently, tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion. Because of its gentle and flowing style, tai chi is considered to be a self-paced system of gentle stretching and low impact exercise that naturally promotes stress reduction. Tai chi is generally considered safe and beneficial for all ages and fitness levels.
Trinity also offers opportunities for faith formation and fellowship on Sundays. In addition, our Adult Journey programs—Confirmation, Culture of Call and Education Ministry—offer a deeper understanding of the life of faith.
]]>All that we do at Trinity is grounded in worship and prayer. As Anglicans, our theology is manifest in our worship; what we believe is set forth in how we do liturgy together.
We at Trinity Cathedral are spiritually fed by different expressions of the Eucharist and other forms of Anglican worship. Trinity has four Sunday services, Wednesday Choral Evensong, and a Thursday mid-day Healing Service, each with its own style in the Anglican tradition:
Early Communion, 8 am
This quiet early service in the Chapel provides the opportunity to worship with a small group.
Mostly Jazz Mass, 9 am
The Gateway Band plays hard-hitting, spiritually evocative jazz each week at this lively, energetic celebration. The congregation gathers around the altar as the Eucharist is celebrated, and children often dance and sing.
Choral Eucharist, 11:15 am
The Trinity Cathedral Choir offers excellent music in the Anglican tradition at this more formal service that includes music played by Director of Music and Worship Todd Wilson, one of America's leading concert organists.
Solemn Sung Eucharist, 5 pm (first Sunday of the month, October-May):
This formal service includes incense, bells, plainsong and the ceremonies of an Anglican high church service.
Compline, 5 pm (takes place the second and fourth Sundays of the month, October-May, at St. John's Church in Ohio City, 2600 Church Ave., Cleveland)
Compline, a meditative service originating in the 5th century, is offered at St. John's as an all-sung choral service by the Trinity Compline Singers incorporating Renaissance polyphony and experimental contemporary music. Simple dinner offered in the parish house after each service.
Choral Evensong, 6 pm (October-May) On break until Feb. 4, 2015.
This sung evening service, rich with contrasts between light and dark, is sung by the Trinity Cathedral Choir or the Trinity Chamber Singers. Each evensong commemorates a saint from Holy Women, Holy Men, the Episcopal Church's book of saints. Click here for the current Choral Evensong schedule.
Healing and Eucharist Service, 12:10 pm
This quiet, intimate mid-week service offers a brief respite from the pressures and frenetic pace of the world around us. Words of encouragement are offered and space is made for prayers of thanksgiving, intercession and petition. All are invited to participate in Holy Communion and those so desiring may receive an anointing for healing of themselves or others.
Wendy Wilson-Walker, Senior Warden
Wendy Wilson-Walker has been active at Trinity for eight years and lives in Brecksville. Wendy served on Cathedral Council during 2011, is a member of Trinity's Greater Cleveland Congregations leadership team, is part of Cathedral Council's Neighborhood Ministries team, served as an usher and has participated with Knitting Pearls. She has been employed with AT&T since 1968, currently as a Network Operations Area Manager with offices in Lakewood, Ohio and Indianapolis.
David Posteraro, Junior Warden
216.736.7218 Email
David Posteraro is a partner in the law firm of Kohrman Jackson & Krantz PLL. He has more than 20 years of experience in licensing, intellectual property asset management, technology transfer, joint development and other business law transactions for technology clients. He advises religious organizations on copyright, church and non-profit issues and is the Vice-President of the Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishes. David has been a Vestry member since 2008 and served as its Junior Warden and currently as its Chancellor. He has been active in the Cathedral's stewardship, buildings and grounds and worship ministries. He lives in Ohio City with his husband Mitchell Sotka.
Tim Espy is a Partner in IBM's Global Business Consulting division as the delivery executive responsible for the Oracle service line. Tim has been a member of Trinity since moving to Cleveland in 2010. Tim was very active in his previous church in Chicago (St. Paul Lutheran) serving on the personnel, stewardship and finance committees as well as Vice President of the Congregational Council. Tim, his wife Debbie and two teenage boys live in Shaker Heights.
Jeff Baddeley
216.583.7036 (office), 216.583.7036 (home) Email
Jeff Baddeley is a partner at Buckley King. Jeff is married to Laura Rocker, a child psychiatrist. There is no truth to the rumor that she considers her marriage to be a pro bono extension of her practice. Jeff's stepdaughter Rosa lives and works in New York City. He has served on the Vestry since 2009 and has served on Finance, Investment and Property Committees.
Jim and his wife Amy returned to Cleveland in June of 2011 after 45 years in the New York City area. Jim was baptized and confirmed at Christ Church in Shaker Heights, sang in the choir and worked on the calling committee of St. John's in Williamstown, Mass., and added Vestry service along with choir and calling committees at St. Luke's in Montclair, N.J., and St. Mary's in Tuxedo, N.Y. During these years in the East, Jim worked in independent schools as a teacher and administrator with his last post a 17-year stint as headmaster of Tuxedo Park School. Jim and Amy are delighted to be back as they rediscover the rich and diverse culture of Cleveland and are equally delighted to have found a spiritual home at Trinity. They value its commitment to social justice, thoughtful and meaningful worship, outreach to the community, excellent music and challenging preaching.
Melody Hart is a senior manager at OM Group, Inc. She has more than 20 years of experience in finance, including cash management, financing, budgeting, financial risk management and systems. Her experience spans multiple industries including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, not-for- profit and consulting. Melody has served on a number of not-for-profit and church boards in the past. She is currently a board member and finance committee member of Mercado Global, a fair-trade organization focused on empowerment of women in Guatemala through education and opportunity. She has been on Trinity's Vestry since 2010 and serves on the Audit, Investment and Finance Committees. She resides in Cleveland Heights.
Allison Hauserman has been a member of Trinity since 1989. A resident of Cleveland and a teacher in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Hauserman is committed to the revival of the city. She has represented Trinity on the boards of WECO and United WE-CAN and has community-organizing training and currently serves on the Property Committee. In addition, she was a Sunday School teacher and a catechist at the Cathedral. She has served on the Vestry for two terms in the past, during which she acted as junior warden, assistant treasurer and clerk.
Marie Kittredge
Marie Kittredge has been a member of Trinity Cathedral for more than 20 years and currently serves on the Finance Committee. Marie came to Cleveland in 1988 by way of Boston and then Cincinnati. She and her husband Clark Broida live in Cleveland's Slavic Village neighborhood, and have raised their four children there. Over the years she has served in a variety of Trinity ministries, including lay reader; Sunday School teacher; and Trinity Episcopal Service Corps Advisory Board member.
Maura O'Shea is an obstetrician/gynecologist in private practice with Ob/Gyn Associates of Akron. She also is a Core Faculty member for resident education at Akron General Medical Center, and has served on Planned Parenthood's medical advisory board. She became a member of Trinity in 2013 after many years at St. Paul's Akron, where she was on the Vestry and chaired the Missions and Outreach Committee. Maura is excited about the opportunities and energy at Trinity. She lives in Akron with her husband and two girls.
Anthony Wesley
Born in Chicago some 58 years ago, Tony is the thankful husband of Al and the perpetually perplexed father of Cate. In former lives, he was a Franciscan friar, a partner in an accounting firm, and a CFO and COO of a number of companies on the East Coast. Happily retired, he does spend some time developing residential properties on the east side and advising a tech start-up in Seattle. Currently, Tony volunteers extensively in the Trinity Development Office. Previously he was the treasurer of the Hathaway Brown Parents Association, DANCECleveland, and East Side Interfaith Ministries. Al, Cate and Tony moved back to Cleveland in 2010. Tony and Cate have been members of Trinity since 2012. Trinity, its clergy and its members have captured both of their hearts.
Amy was educated at the University of Redlands, and spent the next 10 years as Cleveland Program Director with Ohio Citizen Action. She earned her law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, and served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Lesley Wells, on the US District Court, Northern District of Ohio. Currently Amy is an associate with the law firm of Littler Mendelson. Amy serves as chair of the Personnel Committee.
Clerk: Linda Anderson
The Very Rev. Tracey Lind, Dean, ex officio
Biographical Profile
Learn more about the role of Trinity's Vestry here.
Charlotte Nichols, Chair
Charlotte Nichols is happily retired. She has been a member of Trinity Cathedral since 1995. In addition to chairing Cathedral Council, she facilitates Sacred Space, a group for those who wish to explore, deepen, and share their spiritual practice. Charlotte is proud to be a part of this vibrant community of worship, learning, and civic engagement. She lives in Cleveland.
Barbara Crouse, Vice Chair
216.225.62 17 Email
Barbara Crouse has almost 30 years of experience in broadcasting and is currently an account manager at 90.3 WCPN/NPR and WVIZ/PBS. She has attended Trinity since 2009, participating in Cathedral life events as well as new member ministry. Barbara finds the worship services inspirational, but adds that she is also "drawn to Trinity because it walks the walk for social justice and civic involvement." She adds that she is eager to do her part in this work. Barbara resides in Fairview Park.
Gretchen Anderson
Gretchen Anderson is the human resources manager for Kurtz Bros., a waste-to-resource company located in Greater Cleveland. She holds a bachelor's in psychology and a master's in psychology with a specialization in diversity management and organizational development from Cleveland State University. She is currently studying to become a Gestalt professional certified coach.
Gretchen's interest at Trinity includes the Angel Tree ministry, Anti-Death Penalty Group and she is also involved as a Youth Group parent. She enjoys Choral Evensong, the Dean's Forums and the Mostly Jazz Mass. She has attended Trinity for the past two years with her spouse, Brian Adams, and their daughter, Grace. The family lives in Ohio City with two goldfish and their cat, Spotty.
Diane Barnhill
Diane Barnhill relocated from Maryland's Eastern Shore in January 2013. A native New Yorker, she migrated to Chestertown, Md., where she was a parishioner at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. There she served as lay reader, chalicist, altar guild director, treasurer, Vestry and search committee member and diocesan convention delegate. Diane holds degrees in philosophy and psychology and a master's in English and communications. She is retired from Bell Labs/AT&T where she was manager of technical publications, conducted campus recruiting, and served as instructor in technical writing in conjunction with RPI. Here in Cleveland she has become active both at Trinity Cathedral and the Womens Council of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Diane has six children, 14 grandchildren and one great-grandson. She happily takes an active part in her 10-year-old grandson's life – the main magnet that drew her to Cleveland.
Lawrence is a recent graduate from Cleveland State University, and has attended Trinity Cathedral frequently during the past four years. He is an Electrical Engineer by profession and volunteers regularly with A Place at the Table ministry.
Marcia Egbert
Marcia Egbert is the senior program officer for health and human services at The George Gund Foundation. Prior to that she served as vice president at the Urban Policy Institute, intergovernmental relations director for Cuyahoga County and as staff to the Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives. Marcia has been active at Trinity for six years and has been involved with the peace and justice team. She finds Trinity to be a "unique place and space that plays an invaluable role in our community. I've come to believe Trinity creates a special 'spirit' where great things can and do happen." Marcia lives in Cleveland with her husband and son.
Martin Hermes
A life-long member of Trinity Cathedral, Martin Hermes has served on Cathedral Council since 2009. He has been active in youth, environmental, Diocesan and children's ministries. He lives in Cleveland Heights.
Linda Lee
Linda Lee joined Cathedral Council in 2012. A Licensed Independent Social Worker, with 20 years experience, Linda specializes in mental health and trauma with adults and children. She currently works part-time at MetroHealth Medical Center. Linda has been an active member at Trinity since 2001, working on the Urban Farm, as a Lay Eucharistic Visitor, co-organizer of Supper Groups and has helped out with a variety of other ministries, including Blessings in a Backpack and led the Community Outreach Committee (now disbanded). She lives in Lakewood and has two adult children in the Cleveland area.
Mark Malloy
Mark Malloy has more than 25 years experience at PNC Bank. He has held various positions in their Asset Management Group including Trust Operations, Trust Administration, Fiduciary Risk Management and is currently a senior trust tax accountant. Mark enjoys singing and has been a member of the North Coast Men's Chorus since 1999, has held various music ministry positions in years past for Catholic Churches in Lorain and Amherst, Ohio. He currently serves as a co-chair of the newly developed LGBT Ministry Team at Trinity. Mark is proud to be a part of a spiritual community where all are welcome. He was received into The Episcopal Church March 2014 along with Todd, his partner and husband of 33 years. They enjoy traveling to Provincetown, Mass., where they were legally married July 28, 2011. Mark and Todd reside in Lakewood.
Aretha McCreary
Aretha McCreary has been active at Trinity Cathedral for 48 years. She has recently retired, after working 44 years in the insurance industry. At Trinity, she has served multiple terms on Vestry, has been on a variety of committees (including Library, Personnel, Health & Wellness, Children's Education, Nominating and Search Committees), has participated in a number of lay ministries (including lector, acolyte, lay Eucharistic minister, altar guild, usher), has taught Sunday School, and is currently on the Core Team for Greater Cleveland Congregations. Aretha frequently attends church with her two grandsons, Aundre Lindsay and Angelo McCreary.
Dale Murphy
Dale Murphy retired from AT&T after 32 years of service. He is a graduate of Cleveland State University with a bachelor's in English. Dale volunteers for many activities at Trinity, including: Food For Families, greeting members Sunday mornings at the 8 a.m. service, the Medieval Feast, and Wednesday evening community suppers. He also enjoys volunteering at Hospice of Summa, Summit AIDS Housing and University Memory and Aging Center. Dale and his partner of 30 years live in University Circle.
Karla Rivers
Karla has had a career in information technology with PNC Bank for more than 30 years. Karla is responsible for analysis, testing coordination and quality assurance in the Call Center. Along with her information technology background, Karla has a degree from Capital University in Church Music and has a background in visual arts and creative writing. Karla has been attending Trinity since 1980 and serves as a chalice bearer, sacristan and lector. She is married to Michael Graska. They reside in Brecksville with their two cats, Shelby and Thibodaux.
Youth Representatives:
Drew Gittins is a Junior at Chardon High School. He has been a member of Trinity Cathedral since he was in 2nd grade. He is a lector for Trinity, a member of the youth group and a youth leader for the Diocese of Ohio. He enjoys sports and playing the guitar.
Matt Gittins is a Sophomore at Chardon High School. He has been a member of Trinity since he was in 1st grade. He is an acolyte for Trinity, a member of the youth group and a youth leader for the Diocese of Ohio. Matt enjoys sports, theater, and playing musical instruments, especially the violin.
On Sundays, Trinity Cathedral offers three morning worship services at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. A 5 p.m. Sunday service is held from October through May. Trinity's summer schedule typically runs from June through August and services are offered at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Click here to learn more about the Cathedral's worship services. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
Preaching Schedule
DATE PROPER PREACHER 5 p.m. PREACHER
March 8 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
March 15 The Rev. Dr. Sam Portaro, Jr.
March 22 The Rev. Kay Rackley
March 29, Palm Sunday The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
April 5, Easter The Very Rev. Tracey Lind (6 & 9 a.m.); The Rt. Rev. Mark Hollingsworth, Jr. (11:15)
April 12 The Rev. Kay Rackley
April 19 The Rev. Geoff Curtiss
April 26 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
May 3 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
May 10 The Rev. Kay Rackley
May 17 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
May 24 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
May 31 The Rev. Kay Rackley (8 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.) Youth Group members (9 a.m.)
June 7 The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
On most Sundays, Trinity hosts a forum, an ongoing discussion series on contemporary public and theological issues, and a drop-in Bible study. All programs are free, and open to the public. The forum presentations are available as podcasts. Click here for forum podcasts. Sermon podcasts are also available online.
Sundays at 10:10 am
Each week Trinity offers the Dean's Forum or the Sunday Forum.
Dean Tracey Lind interviews leaders, teachers, thinkers and artists about faithful living at the Dean's Forum. The Sunday Forum invites authors, theologians and other public figures to discuss their recent work. View the schedule here.
Sundays at 10:10 a. m. (unless otherwise noted)
Trinity offers small group conversation on issues of concern to the congregation, the Episcopal Church and the wider world. While topics are frequently selected in advance, newcomers are welcome. Upcoming discussion groups include:
Bible Study: African Bible Study Method
Held Year-round
Led by Jane Freeman
This Bible study method was introduced by the delegation of African bishops at the 1998 Lambeth Conference (a conference convened by the Archbishop of Canterbury for all bishops of the Anglican communion). This method is a form of lectio divina or "holy reading" that is designed for use in small groups. This method of study provides groups a means for reflecting on scripture in a manner that elicits personal deliberation and response to the exhortations of Scripture.
The Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Really!
Sundays: Jan. 4 – Feb. 22 & March 1
The Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Really! (TECWYR) is a wide-ranging-and honest-exploration of our faith, our Church and our common life. Newcomers, seekers, Episcopalians and everyone else are welcome. Those who wish can use this class to prepare for confirmation or reception into The Episcopal Church. Registration is not required, but helpful. Guests do not need to attend every class but are welcome at any time. Please register online.
Attendees are asked to read Those Episkopols, by Dennis Maynard. Copies are available at the Cathedral ($11), may be purchased on Amazon.com or borrowed from the Trinity library. Questions? Contact the Rev. Kay Rackley.
Since the first Book of Common Prayer in 1549, Choral Evensong has been an evening offering sung in cathedrals and churches of the Anglican Communion. Choral Evensong is followed by community supper ($5) with educational programs at 7:30 p.m. Podcasts of Choral Evensong services are available here.
Florence Li Tim-Oi
The Rt. Rev. Arthur Williams
Trinity Cathedral Choir
Service: Howells "Collegium Regale"
Frances Jane (Fanny) Crosby
The Rev. Dan Schoonmaker
Trinity Chamber Singers
Service: Leighton "Magdalen College"
Ash Wednesday
Services at 7:30 a.m., noon and 6 p.m. (with choir at the 6:00 p.m. service)
George Herbert
The Rev. Kay Rackley
Sopranos and altos of the Cathedral Choir
Service: Philip Moore "First Service"
William W. Mayo
The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
Trinity Chamber Singers
Service: Farrant Short Service
Gregory the Great
The Rev. Kay Rackley
Men of the Cathedral Choir
Service: Dyson in C Minor
Saint Joseph
The Rev. Keith Owen
Choirs of Trinity Cathedral and St. Peter's, Lakewood
Service: Ireland in F
The Annunciation of Our Lord
Mr. Adam Spencer
Trinity Chamber Singers
Service: Wood in E-flat (No. 2)
Holy Week
Tenebrae Service at 6 p.m.
Couperin: Leçons de ténèbres
Margaret Carpenter and Madeline Healey, sopranos
Wednesday in Easter Week
Mr. Al Brazynetz
Trinity Cathedral Choir
Service: Stanford in C
Damien and Marianne of Molokai
The Rev. Rosalind Hughes
Trinity Chamber Singers
Service: Rubbra in A-flat
John Muir and Hudson Struck
The Rev. Dr. Harold T. Lewis
Choristers of St. Paul's, Cleveland Heights
Service: Long in F
Catherine of Siena
Trinity Cathedral Choir
Service: Dyson in F
Britten: Rejoice in the Lamb, Op.30
Dame Julian of Norwich
The Rev. Jimmy W. Madsen
Choir of 1st Lutheran Church, Lorain
Service: Brian Wentzel in D Minor
Frances Perkins
The Rev. Kay Rackley
Salem Youth Chorus
Service: Peter Klatzow
Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury
The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
Trinity Cathedral Choir
Service: Dyson in D
Walking the Labyrinth
The labyrinth is an ancient meditative practice. Many people find that the simple movement of walking the labyrinth's curving paths allows their minds to become more peaceful and open to the Spirit.
The canvas labyrinth is placed in the Nave of the Cathedral for public walks from Sundays (following the 11:15 a.m. service) through 3 p.m. on Fridays. It is an eleven-circuit labyrinth based on the one in Chartes Cathedral in France. The path winds through the four quadrants of a circle toward the center, which is a six-petaled rosette, a traditional symbol of the Virgin Mary. Trinity's Labyrinth was dedicated June 9, 1996, and has been used by countless walkers of all ages and faith traditions.
For those who may find walking the labyrinth difficult, as well as for those who simply want to experience the labyrinth in a different way, Trinity has available a wooden finger labyrinth.
If you would like to help with this ministry of prayer and hospitality by serving as a steward, please contact the Rev. Kay Rackley, 216-774-0418 or email@example.com.
Infants, children and adults are all baptized at Trinity. The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is offered on several Sundays throughout the year, including the Baptism of Our Lord (Jan. 11, 2015), First Sunday after Easter (April 12, 2015), Pentecost (May 24, 2015) and All Saints Day (Nov. 1, 2015). If you are interested in baptism at Trinity, please talk with Ginger Bitikofer at 216-774-0407 or via email.
Trinity offers confirmation classes for youth and adults and participates in a regional confirmation and reception service with the Bishop of Ohio each spring. Learn more about youth confirmation here, and more about adult confirmation and reception here.
Weddings and the blessings of sacred unions are integral parts of Trinity's ongoing worship life, and we are pleased to share this joy with couples. You can find complete information about holding your blessing or wedding at Trinity Cathedral here: Weddings and Sacred Unions at Trinity Cathedral (PDF)
It is an honor for the Trinity community to accompany people during times of loss and to offer a place of hospitality and welcome. Episcopal funeral and memorial services are based on the order of service in the Book of Common Prayer, which says; "the liturgy for the dead is an Easter liturgy. It finds all its meaning in the resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we too, shall be raised."
Please talk with Ginger Bitikofer at 216-774-0407 or via email to inquire about holding a funeral at Trinity or to request a meeting with the clergy staff for planning a funeral in advance.
In the tradition of cathedrals, Trinity has a columbarium in which the remains of the deceased can be interred and honored. Please email Ginger Bitikofer for more information about purchasing a niche in the columbarium.
]]>Welcoming new people is one of our greatest joys at Trinity Cathedral. Newcomers arrive at Trinity in all seasons of life, and no matter whether you are coming to church for the first time or have been an Episcopalian all your life, we want to make you feel at home. We offer a variety of worship services on Sundays as well as weekdays.
You'll find that we really mean it when we say that everyone is welcome at Trinity. Our congregation is home to people of all ages who are single, partnered, married and divorced. Some of us are LGBT and others are straight. Some of us work with our hands and others in offices, and some of us are out of work. Some of us came to Trinity when we were new to Greater Cleveland, or new parents, or newly released from prison, or new in recovery, or newly divorced. Others of us simply woke up one day wanting something more and decided to try church. Regardless of your religious background, or your beliefs, Trinity will do its best to speak to you, comfort you, challenge you and provide you with a spiritual home.
Visiting a new church for the first time can be intimidating. At Trinity, you'll be greeted warmly when you come in the door. If you'd like to sit with someone who can show you the ropes and introduce you around, we'll be happy to arrange that. If you'd like to be left alone to explore, we'll do that. Our members wear nametags on Sunday mornings, so you can feel comfortable asking questions of anyone you meet. We'll do our best to learn your name too.
Our Sunday and weekday services are designed to help you begin or continue your spiritual journey. Our educational offerings aspire to give you a deeper understanding of the Christian tradition, and the ways that God is at work in our world and in your life. The Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Really is our class specifically for people who are new to Trinity and the Episcopal Church, and we invite you to participate. You can find companionship in our fellowship groups, and opportunities to serve the congregation and the community in our service programs.
Please open this video invitation from our dean, the Very Rev. Tracey Lind and fill out a visitor form so we can be in touch to welcome you personally. If you have questions or would like more information, please talk with Associate for Cathedral Life Ginger Bitikofer at 216-774-0407 or via email. We look forward to seeing you soon at Trinity.
Sundays: Jan. 4, 2015 – Feb. 22, 2015
10:10 a.m.
The Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Really! is a wide-ranging and honest exploration of our faith, our Church and our common life. Those who wish may use this retreat to prepare for confirmation or reception into The Episcopal Church. Register online. Please contact Ginger Bitikofer or the Rev. Kay Rackley with questions.
In the Knitting Pearls, members and friends of Trinity Cathedral who like knitting and similar crafts live out the words of St. Paul through our shared hobby. As we meet together in small groups, we come to know one another more intimately and share in one another's lives. In a safe and friendly environment, beginners and experts alike support one another with creativity, advice and empathy. As we present our work to those in the congregation and beyond who are in need of celebration or condolence, we grow those bonds and knit others to ourselves. The completed and given work can even take on a role of its own in starting conversations about faith and church ("Where did you get that blanket?"), extending the connections still further. So the pattern grows.
– Rosalind Hughes
Knitting Pearls Pledge to Make 150 Hats for Hunger Ministry
Annual Knit-In (Nov. 2, 2014)
The Knitting Pearls is a group of knitters (and crocheters and needlepointers and coffee/tea drinkers) meeting weekly for fellowship, prayer and knitting. At any meeting, you could expect to find a friendly and open group, usually between three to eight people. All are welcome, and members are especially encouraged to bring friends. Meetings are lay-led and may include a reading or prayer. Some members work from home and do not attend the weekly groups.
We make blankets for infant baptisms, prayer shawls for those suffering illness or grief, and hats and scarves for children at Trinity's neighboring K-8 Marion-Sterling School, in addition to a number of other items. At any meeting, members bring any project to work on including their own, and receive assistance, advice and encouragement from each other, (not always about knitting!). Yarn can be obtained from our group "stash," but needles or hooks are not available.
In 2011, the Knitting Pearls created liturgical hangings and vestments out of used plastic shopping bags in honor of Earth Day, and have made yarn to sell from recycled plastic bags to raise money to fund several ongoing microloans for women entrepreneurs in developing countries. In 2012 we began offering classes to help newcomers learn or improve their knitting skills.
There is no set level of contribution from our members, but our need for knitted or crocheted items is continuous: all infants, children and adults baptized at the Cathedral receive a knitted gift from the Knitting Pearls. Lay ministers bring prayer shawls to the shut-ins along with communion, and every year the Pearls team up with the Caregivers Group from Trinity Cathedral to provide the Marion-Sterling schoolchildren with warm winter hats, scarves and gloves.
We are always collecting prayer shawls in any color; blankets (gender neutral colors, cream or white if possible); plus children's sizes of scarves, mittens and hats.
If you are interested in making lap robes, infant gifts or scarves, our clergy can always use those items in home visits or adult baptisms. We keep a store of them and your contributions will be most welcome. (Keep in mind your unfinished projects when considering what to make).
Anyone can make contribution. Have you received partially knitted or crocheted projects, yarn, needles or hooks you have no use for?
All donations of finished items or materials can be left at the reception desk at Trinity labeled for the Knitting Pearls.
Regular meetings are in Trinity Commons at:
2230 Euclid Avenue (free parking in the Trinity lot off Prospect)
Cleveland, OH 44115
Monday Group
Meets 6-8 p.m. weekly between September and May, and monthly June-August.
Led by Toni (Antoinette) Ponzo. Meets in Cafe Ah-Roma inside Trinity Commons building.
Contact Toni to confirm the next meeting time.
Friday Group
Meets 9-11 a.m., weekly from September–May (except the Fridays after Thanksgiving, Christmas and Good Friday); Summer schedule: on the first and third Fridays only during June, July and August.
Led by Beth Billings. Meets in the Board Room.
Contact Beth to learn more.
Marion-Sterling Christmas Gifts
Knitting Pearls continues partnering with the Parents and Caregivers Group of Trinity Cathedral to provide warm winter hats, scarves, mittens and gloves, to the Marion-Sterling Elementary School for their students and families. The items are presented yearly at Christmas time, but are gathered by our group throughout the year. Our goal is no cold kids, so please consider joining in and donating handmade, store-bought or like-new items this year through our Annual Scarf Drive, or bring them to us anytime. The Marion-Sterling school colors are blue and gold, and team colors from the Browns, Cavaliers and Indians are also popular. Click here for knitting instructions.
Baptismal Gifts and Gifts of Comfort
We welcome the newly baptized and offer comfort to the ill or grieving with the work of our hands with blankets, prayer shawls and other items. Cathedral clergy are able to bring gifts provided by the Knitting Pearls on their calls. Click here for knitting instructions.
Newborn Baby Blankets
We will certainly accept and use pink or blue blankets, but have more flexibility with white, cream or gender-neutral colors. Size should be at least 40-inches square. Other newborn items like booties, hats or jackets are fun to make and may be taken by our clergy as a gift when visiting the family of a newborn.
Prayer Shawls
Triangular and rectangular shapes are common. Any attractive color combination and stitch pattern is acceptable. A comfortable length is often close to that of the person's arm span, which turns out to be roughly their height. A width of 21 inches or more is usual.
Lap Robes
Any color combination or stitch pattern is acceptable for a lap robe. These are the most popular item for boys or men, so keep masculine themes in mind when planning this as a project. Sports team colors can be especially popular. A lap robe should measure at least 40 by 60 inches.
Annual Knit-In
Knitting Pearls hosts a day-long Knit-In event open to all each year on a Saturday close to Halloween. We begin with morning prayer in the chapel of the Cathedral, and then spend the rest of the time in fellowship together working on our projects. The event marks the in-gathering for the Marion-Sterling Scarf Drive, and at the end of the afternoon we bless the items we have gathered. Parking is free, children are welcome and participants are encouraged to bring friends, food and drinks.
Learn to Knit Class
In early 2012, Knitting Pearls offered a Learn to Knit Class from 10-2 p.m. on a wintry Saturday afternoon. Members of the Knitting Pearls welcomed newcomers and gave one-on-one instruction in basic knitting techniques. Needles and yarn were provided for a suggested donation of $10 which was applied to the Knitting Pearls microloan, and our participants made great progress over the course of the event. We plan to offer it again, at least once a year with a minimal materials cost.
Learn to Knit-a-Sweater-(Better) Class
Beginning in April 2012, Beth Billings taught a sweater knitting class for beginning and intermediate knitters on six Saturday afternoons from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Response has been very positive, and we plan to schedule additional Saturday classes. Participants were able to purchase materials on their own or could order through Beth and pay a $50 materials cost.
Debbie's Relief for Carpal Tunnel
Before the 'information age' – computers- most people did not know what carpal tunnel syndrome was. However now the pain and numbness in the wrist is so common that most of us know or have experienced it. Some sources report up to 70% of Americans will experience it in their lives. Although workplace ergonomics is a frequent cause, other sources that pull on the tendons in the carpal tunnel may eventually cause symptoms. When seated to work, ideally the elbows should be at 90 degrees, arms at your sides. If it is difficult to maintain a neutral position for your wrists, then it may be a good idea to use a wrist brace. There are some exercises that you can do before working and while you are working that can help to prevent or alleviate some of the numbness and pain in the hands. These exercises should be repeated often – up to 10 times a day. Doing these exercises can reduce pan in the wrist and relief may last for hours, according to research. Remember while doing these exercises it should not be painful. Start with your hands stretched out in front of you as if typing:
Step 1: With fingers stretched out, bend your wrist back with the other hand, hold for 15 seconds-return to neutral, repeat on the other side.
Step 2: Stretch your arms and hands forward with wrists straight, like a zombie, and hold for 15 seconds.
Step 3: Make a tight fist with one hand and hold for 15 seconds. Then release fingers one at a time starting with pinkie first and working in order back to the thumb. Repeat on other hand. Consider gently stretching your neck from side to side and back and forward while counting to 15, and holding your legs straight and off the floor with toes pointed up for one of the counts.
Our group often closes with the prayer that Rosalind Hughes wrote for the Knitting Pearls in 2007:
Creating God, We ask your blessing on our work and on our lives as we come together in your name. As we admire one another's work, may we affirm one another's ministry. As we help one another with tangled yarn and dropped stitches, may we develop a true and loving interest in one another's lives. As we knit together, may we be knit together in faith, friendship and fellowship; and as we offer our gifts to the people of your church may we share with them the best of ourselves. We ask these things for the sake of your Son, in whom we are knit together as one body, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Prayer of Thomas Merton
My Prayer for You.
May today there be peace within you.
May you trust your highest power that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content knowing you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom
to sing and dance, and to bask in the sun,
It is there for each and every one of you.
And Always Remember to……….
Live well
Laugh often
Love much.
The Will of God will never take you where the grace of God will not protect you.
God is the source of my supply and God is still speaking
Always by Peggy Ferrell, Prayers and Poems
God will always forgive us,
No matter how often we ask.
God will always empower us
With strength for whatever the task.
God will never forsake us
If we stumble or lose our way
God always is loving us dearly
In a glorious and wonderful way!
A Place at the Table (APATT), founded in 1983 to serve our neighbors, provides a hot lunch on Sundays when most social service organizations are closed. The program relies on volunteer servers from Trinity and other congregations and organizations.
For many of downtown Cleveland's homeless and hungry, Trinity's Sunday hot meal is the only nutrition they'll receive that day. For more than 30 years without fail, APATT has provided a "no questions asked" nutritious meal in a warm, welcoming space. Over the years, APATT has sometimes been the only downtown Sunday meal site with the next closest option a 5-mile walk away. Last year, APATT provided almost 9,000 meals over 52 Sundays to 100-200 hungry Clevelanders.
To better meet the needs of our less fortunate neighbors and increase the impact of our service, Trinity turned to a community partner—Lutheran Metropolitan Ministries (LMM). Trinity's partnership with LMM began in early 2014, using its Central Kitchen program. Central Kitchen is a social enterprise program that provides food service job training and re-entry employment for about 50 recently-released convicts. Central Kitchen uses produce from Trinity's urban farm and prepares "A Place at the Table" weekly meals that Trinity volunteers help serve.
To learn more about this hunger ministry or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Trinity member Lawrence Edem or staff member Ginger Bitikofer.
Trinity Cathedral is in the midst of Stewardship Season, a time every fall when our members renew their commitment of support for the Cathedral and its ministry during the upcoming year. As we lead up to Stewardship Sunday, parishioners share why they pledge their support to Trinity. Click here for a letter from Stewardship Guild Vestry Development Committee.
Trinity's members come from all walks of life and from across Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Some people are new to our community of faith, while others have been members of Trinity since birth. Regardless of the path that brought us to Trinity, we all support the congregation with our time, talent and treasure. Learn more about our stories and why we give to Trinity:
You know my life was interrupted by God quite a long time ago. It came at a time when I wanted more substance and depth to my life and in that interruption God became real in a very different way and God knew what I was up to – how I spent my time, my money, used my talents, who my friends were, what came first in my life and so on – and it seemed to matter to God the choices I made. And lo and behold it mattered to me that God agree with what I was about. So between my wanting a life with more substance and depth to it and God having some ideas on the subject we (God and I) began to struggle over what that life I wanted should look like in a Christian context [Read More…]
Download mp3 and listen to his full reflection now.
Trinity Cathedral is an un-traditional community of faith. We are a destination congregation, hailing from many cities in Northeast Ohio. Our members include many who grew up Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, agnostic — and of course, Episcopalian. Our families are traditional, blended and chosen. We are rich and poor, young and old, gay and straight, blue and red. And, we all share a commitment to faith, hope, justice, love and community.
All are welcome!
Trinity is a thriving community of faith. During a time when many traditional congregations are declining, Trinity continues to offer hope and witness to a hurting world. Last year, thirty new members of Trinity publicly affirmed their commitment to The Episcopal Church through confirmation and reception. Almost 100 children and youth are active in various ministries. Hundreds of Trinity members volunteer in dozens of programs in the wider community.
All are welcome!
Trinity is a courageous and faithful congregation: Fifteen years ago, this community made a considerable investment from its endowment to develop Trinity Commons, a place where the greater Cleveland community could meet and discern its future. During the recent Great Recession, Trinity again used the blessing of its endowment to maintain programing and civic leadership at a time when so many institutions were scaling back, merging or disappearing.
We are proud to call this sacred community "home."
Trinity is able to be home to many of us because those who preceded us were good "home-makers" – they laid a strong foundation of faith and, yes, of finances, so that we could be courageous and faithful. During this stewardship season, we are personally challenged to look at where our treasure lies, how we are responding to the generosity of God in our lives, and to the financial needs of our spiritual home.
As we shared with you last year, it is time for Trinity to pivot toward sustaining the Cathedral for the generations to come. The vestry, clergy and staff of Trinity have sought to decrease our expenses and to increase our income. Through these actions, we have begun to reduce our over-reliance on the endowment.
Throughout this effort, the clergy and staff of Trinity has taken great care not to compromise the quality of our worship, programs and outreach. We are delighted to report that programmatic changes not only reduced costs, but also improved the services we offer. For example, we now partner with Lutheran Metropolitan Ministries, which runs a culinary training program for local formerly homeless adults, to provide healthy cooked meals for our hungry and homeless guests on Sunday morning. Our collaboration with the Cleveland Food Bank now allows us to provide weekend meals to all the families of children at Marion Sterling School, rather than only to a few, and we're now serving seniors in the community as well. We re-purposed some underutilized space and created our new Youth and Family Center. The former classrooms are now available for long-term rental, while the new space for families and youth is more open, secure and functional.
So, we have made a strong start at living into a sustainable budget. As members of this diverse household, you get to play a critical role in Trinity's present and its future. We are invited to be financial partners in this household, to do our part in ensuring Trinity's financial health.
Our pledges reflect our gratitude for the generosity of God in our lives, and they reflect our desire to part of Trinity's witness to the Gospel. This year, we are working towards an increase of 5% in our support from the congregation. Our goal is for $630,000 in support from the congregation.
If you haven't pledged in the past, we invite you to prayerfully consider making a commitment the expanding mission and ministry of Trinity.
If you pledged last year and are able, won't you consider increasing your gift this year?
Thank you for everything you do.
Brant Lee, Chair Stewardship Committee |
Thomas Reuter, Chair Vestry Development Committee |
PS: If you wish, click here to make your pledge or select the button "Make a Pledge to Trinity" at the top right of this page . You can also fill out the hard copy form that you received in the mail or pick one up at church. We would welcome including your pledge in our announcements leading up to Stewardship Sunday!
And if you have any questions, please contact Thomas at 216-903-7489. Thanks again for your support!
Why we support Trinity
Trinity's members come from all walks of life and from across Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Some people are new to our community of faith, while others have been members of Trinity since birth. Regardless of the path that brought us to Trinity, we all support the congregation with our time, talent and treasure. Learn more about our stories and why we give to Trinity here.
Trinity Cathedral relies on members, friends and other benefactors to support its vibrant programming, vital ministries and talented staff. Thanks to your support for Trinity:
Your gift provides for the day-to-day operations of the Cathedral, including staff salaries, utilities, maintenance, and everything else that makes the life of the Trinity community possible.
There are numerous ways to support the Cathedral's mission and ministry.
Of the nearly 1,000 members of Trinity, 298 made a pledge of support so far in 2013, most of them during our fall stewardship campaign. You can still make a pledge for the remainder of 2013 here.
One-Time Gifts:
To open Trinity Commons to the neediest and most powerful alike, and continue promoting mercy, peace and justice, we must raise community support. The Friends of Trinity support our civic ministry through one-time gifts, and we are deeply grateful.
Music and art programs at Trinity can be supported through contributions to Music and Art at Trinity, a separate non-profit organization.
Estate Planning:
We ask longtime members, friends and those who are inspired by our worship, ministry or programming to consider remembering Trinity with a planned gift. For more information about planned giving, please talk with the Very Rev. Tracey Lind, at 216-771-3630 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
An Episcopal church for all comers, a center for arts and music , a gathering place for those devoted to Cleveland and its future, Trinity Cathedral is a thriving urban community of faith. Trinity's members come from all walks of life and from across Northeast Ohio. Regardless of the path that brought us to Trinity, we all support the congregation with our time, talent and treasure.
Trinity Cathedral is located at the corner of East 22nd Street and Euclid Avenue, in downtown Cleveland. The Trinity Commons parking lot entrance is on Prospect Avenue at East 22nd Street.
Travel Advisory
Please note that due to the Interstate 90 Innerbelt Bridge construction, the Ohio Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to use I-490 and I-77 to avoid the I-90 construction zone. Read the latest information from ODOT here.
Trinity Cathedral and Trinity Commons are located on the southeast corner of East 22nd Street and Euclid Avenue, in downtown Cleveland. The Trinity parking lot entrance is on Prospect Avenue, east of East 22nd Street.
Parking is free for church attendees, staff, and guests of the Cathedral and the Diocese of Ohio offices, who come to the Trinity campus for on-site meetings or worship services. Trinity Cathedral pledging members also park free in the lot as long as they are attending an event, or visiting a business, on the Trinity grounds. All individuals (regardless of membership) parking in the lot for events not taking place on the Trinity grounds will be charged the public parking rate.
A time-stamped ticket must be pulled upon entry for the gate to lift. Any applicable validation will be provided at the front desk during business hours. Payment for parking is made at the automated exit machine. Payment may be made with cash or credit/debit cards. Coins are not accepted. Intercoms are available at both the entry and exit stations to provide assistance as needed.
Public Parking Rates
Click here for more detail on Trinity's parking lot procedures.
Trinity Cathedral is located on the Euclid Avenue HealthLine. Please check the RTA web site for bus service schedules: Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority.
Additionally, the E-Line Trolley travels Euclid Avenue, connecting the Warehouse District, Public Square, the theatres at Playhouse Square and Cleveland State University. You can ride the trolley Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every 10 minutes, visit the website for fare and route information.
Fax 216-771-3657
Doreen Hughes, assistant to the Dean, handles prayer requests. Reach her at 216-774-0415, or by email.
If you would like to reach a specific staff member or member of the Clergy, a directory listing is available here for clergy and here for staff.
Trinity Cathedral
2230 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Directions to Trinity Cathedral, including a map and parking information, are here: Directions, Parking, and Map
Information on renting space at Trinity Commons is here: Space Rental
If you have a general inquiry or comment, please share it with us using the form below. We will respond promptly.
Todd Wilson was appointed director of music and worship at Trinity Cathedral beginning March 1, 2011.
Read his full biographical Profile
Diane Swander joined the staff in August 2011. She received her bachelor's from Kent State University and master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public and International Affairs. Diane has devoted the majority of her career to building nonprofit organizations as effective agents of change, serving in various management capacities primarily in the community economic development field. She is also a Level-2 accredited yoga teacher in the Satyandanda tradition and RYT-500, working toward "being the change she wants to see in the world."
Contact Diane for: operations, human resources, finance, contracts, insurance, retail leasing, risk management, organizational development
Trinity Treasure: sacred public spaces such as the Prospect Garden
Ginger Bitikofer joined the Trinity staff in January 2005. She graduated from the College of William and Mary in Virginia and previously worked for The May Company in human resources and customer service. She's been a member of the Cathedral since the mid-1980s and has sung in the choir, served on the Vestry and led various small groups.
Contact Ginger to: get connected with small groups/ministries, find out about membership, plan a baptism, wedding or funeral
Trinity Treasure: the garden behind Cathedral Hall
April Miller joined the staff of Trinity Cathedral in March 2011. She received her bachelor's degree from Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and her career has spanned from fast-paced newsrooms to the ever-evolving world of social media.
Contact April for: This Week @ Trinity, social media, media relations, website copy
Trinity Treasure: Choral Evensong
Elizabeth Lenti joined the staff of Trinity Cathedral in August 2011. She holds degrees from the Eastman School of Music and the Cleveland Institute of Music. Elizabeth does much accompanying and directing of the adult choirs, directs the Children's Choir, and oversees the Sunday evening 5 p.m. Compline service. In addition to her work at Trinity, she is a member of the organ faculty at CIM.
Trinity Treasure: Compline
Melvina Blair, joined the staff of Trinity Cathedral in 2006. Prior to that, she worked for Bishop Hollingsworth and also spent many years as a nonprofit administrator.
Contact Melvina for: Space rental
Trinity Treasure: Medieval Feast
Tonya Ryan has been an accountant for 22 years. She joined Trinity in 2006 and is committed to being of service to the faithful stewards of the Cathedral. "I believe that every right implies an responsibility; every opportunity an obligation; every possession a duty." – John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
Trinity Treasure: the Commons as the city's gathering place
Rita Asbury joined the Cathedral staff in December 2003. In addition to her bookkeeper position, she has enjoyed assisting the kitchen with the Sunday lunch program, coffee hour and catering for various group meetings and events held at Trinity.
Contact Rita for: pledges, pledge statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable
Trinity Treasure: A Place at the Table
Doreen Hughes joined the Trinity staff in November 2013. As an OSBA certified paralegal, she worked in the legal department at Management Recruiters International, Inc. for 15 years. After her position with MRI moved to Philadelphia she did not know where she would be employed next but always said "Wherever God puts me, that's where I will be."
Trinity Treasure: The Cathedral's gothic architecture and history.
Jimmy Ryan has 25 years experience in home improvement subcontracting. He enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience to help achieve the goals of the Cathedral.
Trinity Treasure: Medieval Feast
Sam Hubish has been a member of Trinity since 2000. He is a 1979 graduate of Cooper School of Art where he studied painting and printmaking. Upon leaving Cooper he taught Printmaking at Interlochen Center for the Arts Summer arts Camp. He is a cabinet maker trained in set and exhibit design.
Sam is the owner of the web site development company aSimpleMachine.com.,Ltd. aSimpleMachine.com provides Trinity with web development, maintenance, audio recording, photography, and other technical needs.
When not building web sites Sam hones his art as a certified barbecue judge for the Kansas City Barbecue Society. He also enjoys foraging for mushrooms, looking at the stars, and Geocaching with his son.
Contact Sam for: website feedback, podcasts, photography
Trinity Treasure: the cast light of a spring afternoon in the Nave
Foster McCreary is a lifelong member of Trinity Cathedral and joined the staff as sound technician in 2000. A graduate of the Ohio Center for Broadcasting, he enjoys live music performances and travel as well as the many offerings of Music and Art at Trinity.
Trinity Treasure: Boar's Head & Yule Log Festival
Facility Manager
Music Coordinator/Cantor
Youth & Family Formation Intern
Building Steward
Building Steward
Operations Intern
The Very Rev. Tracey Lind
Dean of Trinity Cathedral
216-774-0410 email
Biographical Profile
Blog: Interrupted by God
Publications and News Articles
Right click or control click (mac) to download high resolution image here.
The Rev. Kay Rackley
Associate for Worship & Formation
216-774-0418 email
Biographical Profile
The Children/Youth Education Mission of Trinity is to guide Trinity's children and youth through a reflective and active faith formation experience that provides a solid Christian foundation in the Episcopal tradition and fosters a spiritual reserve that supports them in making informed moral decisions throughout their lives. We do this by developing curriculum that promote our values of theology, Biblical study, spiritual practice, community and service.
March 20-22: Happening (grades 9-12)
May 1-3: Spring Youth Gathering (grades 7-12)
TBD: Middle School Pilgrimage (grades 6-8)
TBD: Mission Trip (grades 7-12)
For more information, contact Christopher Decatur at 216-774-0478 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Our Junior (7th-8th grades) and Senior (9th-12th grades) High programs combine open, faith-based conversation about contemporary issues with Bible study, outreach projects, retreats and social events.
The Junior High youth spend Sunday mornings relating God's message to their lives. The Making it Real and Relevant curriculum by Heidi K.E. Hawks, offers a way to view clips from recent movies and search for the underlying message of God's grace within popular culture. After viewing the movie scene, a gospel story is read and the youth are encouraged to find connections between the two. Following the Revised Common Lectionary, topics include the body as a temple for God, facing up to our temptations, and finding our life purpose through Christ's teachings.
Alongside the Making it Real and Relevant curriculum, the youth are also introduced to Rite 13, the first segment of The Leader Resources "Journey to Adulthood" Curriculum. The Rite 13 celebrates the individuality of each young teen and their creative potential, while exploring biblical stories of God and God's people. The Rite-13 liturgy (Celebration of Manhood and Womanhood) is the community expression of this and serves as a rite of passage from childhood towards adulthood.
The Senior High youth spend Sunday mornings discussing what it means to say Christ is with us. Using J2A, the next segment of The Leader Resources "Journey to Adulthood" Curriculum, teens create and understand the importance of Christian community as they develop critical thinking and other skills they will need in adulthood. The end of J2A is marked with a spiritual pilgrimage that is often a life-changing experience for the group. Alongside the J2A segment, students will also have the opportunity to use Interfaith Youth Core Resources to provide interfaith discussions on how to live in an interfaith world and grasp a deeper understanding of not only ones personal faith but, the faith of others.
The adult leaders strive to provide examples of lives lived in faith and remind young people of the ever-present love and mercy of God. To learn more about our Youth Groups please contact Christopher Decatur.
Confirmation at Trinity isn't about learning the answers, but about beginning to ask the questions. If you're in 9th grade or above, we invite you to explore the process of confirmation in the Episcopal Church.
Here's how it works: We pair you with an adult mentor who's ready to talk with you about God, church, and faith. The only rule is that your mentor isn't the one with the "right" answers. We expect–even hope–that you'll sometimes disagree. What if you decide confirmation isn't for you right now? That's ok. The point is to ask the questions.
We use an Episcopal confirmation curriculum that combines traditional Book of Common Prayer-based Christian catechesis with a healthy openness to questions, doubt and searching that supports young people in claiming a faith that is deeply held and truly confirmed. If you're interested in confirmation or want to find out more, please contact the Rev. Kay Rackley.
]]>The Trinity Cathedral Choir, Trinity Chamber Singers and Trinity Chamber Orchestra
Jinjoo Cho, solo violinist
Elizabeth Lenti, solo organist
A program of choral and instrumental masterpieces by J. S. Bach in the splendor of Trinity Cathedral, featuring Cantata 4 "Christ lag in Todesbanden" and Cantata 8 "Liebster Gott, wenn werd ich sterben."
*Seats will be reserved for guests attending the pre-concert lecture.
]]>The Children/Youth Education Mission of Trinity is to guide Trinity's children and youth through a reflective and active faith formation experience that provides a solid Christian foundation in the Episcopal tradition and fosters a spiritual reserve that supports them in making informed moral decisions throughout their lives. We do this by developing curriculum that promote our values of theology, Biblical study, spiritual practice, community and service.
Special Events
Teachers are ready to welcome young people by 10 a.m., giving parents a chance to get to adult programs beginning at 10:10 a.m. Parent volunteers are always needed and welcome to be Sunday School teachers, classroom helpers, nursery parents, craft activity assistants and chaperones. Contact Christopher Decatur at 216-774-0478 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Our Sunday School program is staffed by dedicated, experienced volunteers and provides a progressive curriculum of religious education, designed to encourage children's active participation in story, ritual and liturgy.
Children can begin the program at age 3, and
continue until they are ready for Youth group.
Pre-school and kindergarten children begin their church school experience in "Godly Play," a Montessori-based program that gently nurtures faith while introducing the stories of the Bible and seasons of the church year. Click here for the 2013-2014 schedule.
Children in first through sixth grade explore ethics, spirituality, social responsibility and Christian tradition through a Lectionary-based, multi-sensory program called Seasons of the Spirit.
Children in fourth through sixth grade alongside following the lectionary based Seasons of the Spirit, are introduced to topics for three to four weeks at a time through the curriculum, God Talks! from Leader Resources. This multimedia activity compares clips from recent movies and music albums with Bible stories in order to find where God is at work in the world.
To learn more about Sunday School, please contact Christopher Decatur. Click here to download a Sunday School registration form.
]]>Saturday, Oct. 18 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Really! is a wide-ranging and honest exploration of our faith, our Church and our common life. Those who wish may use this retreat to prepare for confirmation or reception into The Episcopal Church. Register online. Please contact Ginger Bitikofer with questions.
This innovative program, underwritten by a grant from the Fund for Theological Education, formalizes and strengthens our culture of call–the way we notice and nurture the gifts with which God has blessed each of us.
For eleven weeks, a small group of congregation members meet to explore the spirituality of discernment, take the Enneagram personality assessment, use the Living Our Strengths curriculum from the Gallup Institute, and discuss how to live out God's call in the city and the world.
A new group will form in the fall.
Through our Baptism, we are all ministers. In our worlds of work, school, neighborhood, and family there are people in pain who need to be comforted and people whose joy needs to be shared. The depressed and hopeless need help to regain their hope. Someone has to sort through the ethical dilemmas that arise at work, at school, or in the community.
Trinity offers Education for Ministry (EfM)–a program designed to prepare us for our ministry. The EfM program is a comprehensive four-year study of the Bible, church history, and theology. Group members also pray together and use a process called Theological Reflection to discuss how our faith affects their daily lives.
If you would you like to learn more about Education for Ministry, please contact Jim Bolce, the EfM mentor at Trinity.
]]>Trinity Cathedral's mission is to guide our children and youth through a reflective and active faith formation experience that provides a solid Christian foundation in the Episcopal tradition and fosters a spiritual reserve which supports them in making informed moral decisions throughout their lives. We promote activities that explore theology, biblical stories, spiritual practice, community, and service.
Chapel Chat n' Crafts
All children under age 10 may join Christopher Decatur in the side chapel for a children's gospel activity every Sunday during the gospel reading and sermon reflection at our 9 a.m. worship service.
Activities Cart
During all church services, children may borrow coloring books and crayons from the children's book cart in the ambulatory. Quiet toys are also located in the West Transept, next to the Baptistry.
Quiet Space
Families who need a quiet place during a worship service may take a child or children into the Chapter Room Library.
Youth and Family Center
Located on the third floor of Trinity Commons, the Youth and Family Center is home to the Sunday school classes, youth rooms and parent lounge where children and families are provided a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment that meets the diversity of students' needs, fits modern pedagogy and encourages constant intergenerational education and community while fulfilling Trinity Cathedral's mission to guide our children and youth.
Class Descriptions
All classes meet from 10:10–11 a.m. on Sunday morning in the Youth and Family Center located on the third floor of the Commons. Teachers are ready to welcome young people by 10 a.m., giving parents a chance to get to adult programs beginning at 10:10 a.m. Parents who don't wish to attend adult programs are encouraged to use the parent lounge within the Youth and Family Center. Parent volunteers are always needed and welcome to be Sunday School teachers, classroom helpers, nursery parents, craft activity assistants and chaperones. Please contact Christopher Decatur if you have a little or a lot of time to give: 216-774-0478 or email@example.com.
Nursery Care for infants and toddlers
Children are always welcome in the worship of the church. Trinity also offers nursery care in the lower level of Trinity Commons on Sunday mornings 8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and during other events as announced. Two regular child caregivers provide a secure environment for our children. Parents are welcome to stay with their child or sign up to volunteer.
Godly Play for Pre-School and Kindergarten
This Montessori based program, contributes to the creative life of the child by teaching the art of using Christian language – parable, sacred story, silence, and liturgical action – to become more fully aware of the mystery of God's presence in their lives. Pre-school children must be at least 3 years old at the time classes begin in September. Learn more here.
Seasons of the Spirit for First through Sixth Grade
This inclusive, lectionary based curriculum supports communities and families in their life together by exploring meaning and mystery in the Bible, being grounded in thoughtful theology, empowering children, youth and adults to be transformed in Christ, inspiring and equipping leaders, nurturing the imaginative spirit and integrating worship, learning and serving ministries through use of drama, music, literature, technology, visual are and food!
God Talks! for grades four-six
Through this Leader Resources curriculum, topics for three to four weeks at a time. This multimedia activity compares clips from recent movies and music albums with Bible stories in order to find where God is at work in the world.
Youth Group for grades 7-12
The Junior High youth spend Sunday mornings relating God's message to their lives. The Making it Real and Relevant curriculum by Heidi K.E. Hawks, offers a way to view clips from recent movies and search for the underlying message of God's grace within popular culture. After viewing the movie scene, a gospel story is read and the youth are encouraged to find connections between the two. Following the Revised Common Lectionary, topics include the body as a temple for God, facing up to our temptations, and finding our life purpose through Christ's teachings. Alongside the Making it Real & Relevant curriculum, the youth are also introduced to Rite 13, the first segment of The Leader Resources "Journey to Adulthood" Curriculum. The Rite 13 celebrates the individuality of each young teen and their creative potential, while exploring biblical stories of God and God's people. The Rite-13 liturgy (Celebration of Manhood and Womanhood) is the community expression of this and serves as a rite of passage from childhood towards adulthood.
The Senior High youth spend Sunday mornings discussing what it means to say Christ is with us. Using J2A, the next segment of The Leader Resources "Journey to Adulthood" Curriculum, teens create and understand the importance of Christian community as they develop critical thinking and other skills they will need in adulthood. The end of J2A is marked with a spiritual pilgrimage that is often a life-changing experience for the group. Alongside the J2A segment, students will also have the opportunity to use Interfaith Youth Core Resources to provide interfaith discussions on how to live in an interfaith world and grasp a deeper understanding of not only ones personal faith but, the faith of others.
Confirmation Class for grades 9 and up
Confirmation at Trinity isn't about learning the answers, but about beginning to ask the questions. The process of confirmation in the Episcopal Church utilizes the Confirm Not Conform curriculum and the Episcopal catechism. For more information, please contact the Rev. Kay Rackley.
Safeguarding God's Children
All persons of the Cathedral are encouraged and all persons volunteering with children's ministries at the Cathedral are required by the diocese to participate in this free workshop designed to promote a culture of care and help protect children and adults from sexual misconduct in congregations, dioceses and other church institutions. To register, contact Chris Decatur.


text: I can agree that Microsoft marketing priorities are somewhat questionable but I have to disagree with lack of good games argument. I personally think the Xbox One launch and launch window line up is the best in console history.not to mention the flurry of AAA games they've announced for next year.If I had one complaint it would be that Microsoft is lacking in first party studio's. They can't rely on only a few anymore. But they've opened quite a few new studio's and I'm interested in the new black tusk game.Is Microsoft going to keep dishing out money for 3rd party exclusives or are they going to invest in developing new studios like black tusk?Though I still can't believe that after the PS3 hardware debacle that Microsoft would go out of their way to implement eSRAM instead of more powerful normal RAM, but who knows, maybe it'll be a trump card in the future.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Making Carne Seca - Any Sonorans out there?
Oct 27, 2012 by danbob in Home Cooking
Fried Rice as a Main Dish for 30 People
Aug 05, 2012 by peacockdreams in Home Cooking
How does this recipe sound for Swedish Meatballs?
Nov 11, 2011 by TrishUntrapped in Home Cooking
Steak Pizzaiola Recipes
Jun 11, 2012 by jhopp217 in Home Cooking
Ideas for Pickled Herring!?
Jul 14, 2009 by Sal Vanilla in Home Cooking
Making roux in the oven?
Feb 11, 2009 by Pigeage in Home Cooking
Why boil brats?
Jul 05, 2012 by knucklesandwich in Home Cooking
Fried chicken - how long to fry each piece?
Dec 19, 2009 by LuluTheMagnificent in Home Cooking
Best Apples for Apple Pie?
Oct 01, 2008 by Rick in Home Cooking
What's For Breakfast?
Jul 14, 2010 by Glam Foodie in Home Cooking
Seasoning cast iron: contradictory methods, and which is best?
Aug 25, 2010 by ramonasaur in Cookware
Loaf Pan Size
Jan 28, 2011 by apple342 in Cookware
French Onion Soup -- best alcohol to use?
Jan 30, 2011 by arielleeve in Home Cooking
No boil lasagna fail- need tips
May 16, 2010 by trolley in Home Cooking
Q: How to cook egg whites, scrambled
Nov 09, 2011 by ML8000 in Home Cooking
Olive oil storage...
Apr 14, 2010 by nasv in General Topics
What is a good beef for beef stroganoff?
Dec 10, 2008 by ilikefood123 in Home Cooking
Cobbler - batter on top or below the fruits?
Mar 27, 2011 by flzhang in Home Cooking
Cast iron wok not holding seasoning well - moved from Home Cooking
Jun 10, 2009 by CACook in Cookware
Overcooked Brownies
May 21, 2010 by mujeresliebres in Home Cooking
Thanksgiving Potatoes that can be served at room temperature or cold
Sep 15, 2012 by DaisyM in Home Cooking
What can I do with mahi mahi for tonight's dinner?
Mar 22, 2009 by lovessushi in Home Cooking
Apple galette/crostada
Oct 20, 2008 by katecm in Home Cooking
Dr Douglas Wonder Baker Pan
Dec 20, 2006 by corydon in Cookware
Spaghetti Red?
Jul 11, 2008 by tritecliche in Home Cooking
Real Name:
Central Valley, California
Best meal I ever ate:
My Grandmother's Fried Chicken
My current drink of choice:
Johnny Walker Blue - http://www.bevmo.com/Shop/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=2389
I really wish I could:
Compete on America's Next Food Network Star
My "Go-to" dinner party dish:
Sesame Seed Chicken
My favorite comfort food:
Ice Cream
My top 5 favorite restaurants:
Biba, Frank Fat's, Kabob House, all in Sacramento; Diego's in Grass Valley
My most tattered cookbooks:
Betty Crocker's New Picture Cook Book, 1955
People Reading Me


text:
so, i play volleyball, and i really have this problem where y ucan see my panty lines in my spandex… should i just go comando or what??
6 Responses to "Panty lines volleyball spandex?"
Do not go commando. -
break out the butt floss
Thong? Meh, maybe.
Commando? Uhh, I'd probably like that.
Buttnaked? Sure, why not! -
Thongs,(they are not uncomfortable)
You culd just go commando or wear a thong. No one will notice. Personally I would go commando i hate thongs.. so uncomfortable haha.
get some bikini underwear with lite panty line i wouldnt go comando


text:
A convicted felon who already has served time in prison and twice violated probation was sentenced in circuit court on May 6 to 40 months in prison.
Home > Author Archives: Joel Addington (page 409)
Author Archives: Joel Addington
COA transportation center still over budget, to be scaled back
County commissioners have tentatively selected contractors to do the site preparation work and construct a new Baker County Council on Aging transportation center in Macclenny. But the federally-funded project will not move forward, officials said last week, unless it can be accomplished within budget.
That may not be easy.
Meet Jamie Johnson: Keller Intermediate's new principal
After more than a two decades in public education, both as a teacher and principal, Jamie Johnson is taking over the helm at Keller Intermediate School.
Her first day on campus was May 9. Read More »
CeCe Jefferson mum on college pick
Wildcat defensive star CeCe Jefferson is enjoying the ride, being one of the nation's most sought-after players in the 2015 recruiting class.


text:
For status updates, visit lucyburns.org.
Ballotpedia's coverage of elections held on March 3, 2015, was limited. Select races were covered live, and all results will be added once the merger is complete.
Jobs and Economic Growth Committee, Minnesota State Senate (decommissioned)
From Ballotpedia
(Redirected from Business, Industry and Jobs Committee, Minnesota Senate)
The Jobs and Economic Growth Committee is a former standing committee of the Minnesota State Senate. It was decommissioned at the start of the 2013 session.
The members for this committee of the 2011-2012 Biennium 87th Legislature are:
Republicans (6) |
Democrats (5) |
- James Metzen Chair
- Kathy Saltzman Vice Chair
- Geoff Michel Ranking Minority Member
- Rod Skoe
- David Tomassoni
- Thomas Bakk
- Dan Sparks
- Steve Murphy
- Jim Carlson
- Terri Bonoff
- Ron Latz
- Linda Scheid
- Joe Gimse
- Amy Koch
- Julie Rosen
- Mike Parry
- Chris Gerlach


text:
To find the parts that fit your machine, click on the link below and select your make, year and model.
Only the products that fit your machine will be shown in the product list
Click Here to Add Your Machine! >>
This 14-piece set of 4"x ¼" feeler gauge blades can be used to check valve clearances of small diameter bucket and shim type valve trains. The blades measure thicknesses from .002" through .015" and are stored in bi-fold pocketed pouch with Velcro® closure. Straight blades can be bent for custom applications.
Specifications and Options


text:
Lily James Slams Reports That Her Waistline Was Photoshopped In 'Cinderella… Mar 04 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 0
'The Dress': Designer Has Released It In Gold And White Mar 04 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 0
Kylie Jenner's Crop Top & Jeans: SHOP Her Entire Look For $90 Mar 04 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 0
Kim Kardashian's Hair Makeover — Dyes Her Hair Blonde Mar 05 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 1
Jared Leto's Short Hair & Shaved Beard: Expert's Grooming Tips On His… Mar 04 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 0
Sasha Pieterse: 'PLL' Star Dyes Hair Brown — See Her… Mar 04 Click here to read more Read Article ► → 2
PrevNext 1 of 11 Return to Article Next Gallery InStyle Magazine Posted Fri, October 21, 2011 6:04pm EST "Philosophy's Sweet Dreams body wash is unbelievable — It smells so yummy. It's sweet like a hot plate of cookies out of the oven, and just as comforting."Kate Bosworth wore an interesting eclectic look from the Proenza Schouler Spring 2012 collection to LA's CDFA Vogue Fashion Fund finalist announcement. The model looks retro chic in the lime top with zebra print and brown skirt, completed with a bright neon orange lip! So cool Kate! Amada Seyfreid was a vivid pop of color on the red carpet for the LA premiere of 'In Time.' Wearing a gorgeous floral print drop waist dress from Prabal Gurung's Spring 2012 collection, Amanda looks fabulous and full of attitude! A pretty Chloe Moretz is full of hippie-chic flavor in this floral print maxi dress worn to the CDFA Vogue Fashion Fund finalist announcement. The tween always manages to stay age appropriate yet still so cute and sophisticated! She completed her look with a gold pendant necklace and sunny blonde loose curls! From young starlets to seasoned red carpet pros, check out the stars who really shined on the red carpet & VOTE for who you think was best dressed! It's our favorite time of the week when we can sit back and envy all those gorgeous celebs and their amazing, high-fashion looks! The red carpet was definitely full of sparkle this week as they stepped out, striking pose after pose in the most fabulous frocks! From sweet and pretty Taylor Swift in a shimmering Contrarian cocktail dress, to Amanda Seyfreid looking ultra fierce in Prabal Gurungm and a dazzling Jennifer Aniston showing off her goods in a totally sequined Kaufmanfranco mini, they really pulled out all the stops this week! Check out our top contenders for Best Dressed Of The Week and VOTE for your favorite look! Janice Williams Olivia Wilde hit the red carpet for the LA premiere of 'In Time' wearing a simple backless black Yigal Azrouel Spring 2012 gown. She spruced up the plain gown with an Alexander McQueen leopard print clutch and a gold cuff giving her a simple and chic look. Diana Agron showed up at LA's Chateau Marmont wearing a Libertine Spring 2012 dress. She looks really pretty, sophisticated, and simply chic in the black and white printed dress with a plunging neckline. The actress completed her look with black pointed-toe pumps. A glowing Zoe Saldana lit up the stage at Spike TV's Scream 2011 Awards wearing a simple and cute white J. Medel mini with a keyhole detail. The actress completed her look with nude t-strap Lavin pumps. Taylor Swift looked simply beautiful at her 'Wonderstruck' fragrance launch party wearing a shimmering silver metallic Contrarian cocktail dress. The singer paired the dress with glittery Jimmy Choo peep-toe pumps, giving her a elegant and well-poised finish. Kim Kardashian was a total knockout at the 2011 Huffington Post Game Changers Awards in this deep red, body hugging Roland Mouret 'Copperfield' stretch-crepe gown! Jennifer Anniston wore this smoking hot full sequined Kaufmanfranco mini to the Elle's 18th Annual Women In Hollywood Tribute, paired with perfectly matching strappy Belenciaga pumps. She's so glam! Miranda Kerr, one word: Stunning! She looks super sexy yet super elegant in this bright and beautiful pink Michael Kors gown. Paired with a really long split to show off those amazing legs and strappy gold Michael Kors sandals, Miranda is runway ready! As if Miss Piggy wasn't fabulous enough– she lands a full magazine spread and she looks amaizing! We all knew she was totally obsessed with her bf Kermit the Frog, but apparently Miss Piggy has an insatiable taste for luxury retail as well!. The fierce little piggy shot with InStyle photographers to prepare for The Muppets movie preimere, and she looks amazing! She's draped in the creme de la creme of designer apparel by the likes of Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung, Suno and so many others! Check out her full interview and photoshoot in the Novemeber issue of InStyle. We think Miss Piggy's one fierce piece of pork! What do you think? Tell us! Janice Williams Best Dressed Of The Week: Our Top 10! Jennifer Aniston, Amanda Seyfried & More! Take Our Poll More Style News! Miss Piggy Goes High Fashion For 'InStyle' Magazine: Check Out Her Glam Shoot! Kristen Stewart Vs. Kristen Stewart: Which Cover From The Same Shoot Is Best? Festive Fall Date Night Outfits: Perfect For A Haunted Hay Ride Or Bonfire!


text:
Justifying Social Discounting: The Rank-discounted Utilitarian Approach
Free registration required
Executive Summary
The popular discounted utilitarian criterion for infinite horizon social choice has been criticized on the ground that it treats successive generations unfairly. The author proposes to evaluate intergenerational welfare with a Rank-Discounted Utilitarian (RDU) criterion instead. The criterion amounts to discounted utilitarianism on non-decreasing paths, but it treats all generations impartially: discounting becomes the mere expression of intergenerational inequality aversion. The author shows that more inequality adverse RDU societies have higher social discount rates when future generations are better-off. The author applies the RDU approach in two benchmark economic growth models and the author proves that it promotes sustainable policies maximizing discounted utility.
- Format: PDF
- Size: 510.4 KB


text:
It's Justin Bieber's 21st Birthday today! Congratulations!
Rita Ora knows some people think her way of working is "weird".
The Bro's are back! But how well do we really know Nev and Max? Here are 5 surprising facts you need to know 'bout the hosts of Catfish, before the new season starts on MTV.
Jennifer Lawrence says filming new movie Joy with David O. Russell is "going great", despite reports the pair became engaged in a heated argument with each other on set.
Jessie J has spoken about why she loves to improvise during live shows.
Blood, sweat and tears!
Not yet a woman? Hell yes!
Charli XCX has sparked rumours she is dating Royal Blood frontman Mike Kerr, as they were apparently joined at the hip while partying after the Brit Awards.
Ed Sheeran was the toast of the town following his Brit wins.
Madonna admits falling down a flight of stairs while performing at the Brit Awards on Wednesday night was a "nightmare".
Kanye West has revealed that he and wife Kim Kardashian have been having sex every day in a bid to conceive a second baby.
'Cause this Sunday, Rob Dyrdek will return to MTV with a whole new season of Ridiculousness!
Rihanna has reportedly always thought Leonardo DiCaprio is a hunk.


text:
Your Dog, Your Life
The Scoop
Dog News, Politics
Bark-Out-Loud Humor
Doggie Style
Gear and Glam
Wildebeest creates the perfect present for new dog parents.
Dog Breeds
Foods & Treats
Health & Care
Behavior & Training
Dogs & Cleaning
Dog of the Day
8-year-old Male
Brad O'Farrell | Jan 6th 2011 | 0 Contributions
What a sweet face! ... Yeah... He definitely made a mess somewhere.
Tip: Creating a profile and avatar takes just a minute and is a great way to participate in Dogster's community of people who are passionate about dogs.
Our Most-Commented Stories


text:
Next Slideshow:
Photojournalist finds eerie, abandoned pet cemetery
When connected to a computer, power usage from the charger doubled. "So, it's two kilowatts at 11 cents. It's 22 cents a month to charge your computer," said Wolpert.
You've always heard that leaving appliances plugged in will cost you more money. But how much?


text:
'); } -->
Your browser does not support iframes.
All other transportation and automotive adscan be found on:
All other employment adscan be found on:
All other real estate adscan be found on:
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS BS/BA in Business Admin, Public Admin, or Public Health required; Masters pre
IS TECH Immed. Opening at mid-size Real Estate Dev. Firm. Min. of 4 yrs exp. Must have advanced com


text:
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Legislation to protect and preserve sacred Native American landmarks passed the California State Assembly today by a vote of 56-0, Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto has announced. The legislation, AB 52, would ensure that tribes have a say in development projects that affect tribal sacred places and cultural resources, by strengthening […]
Tag Archives | California Environmental Quality Act
Calif. Governor Brown Releases Package of CEQA Reforms
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — As part of his ongoing efforts to spur job creation, streamline regulations and boost renewable energy, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today released a package of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) reforms that will simplify and expedite the approval process for key job-creating projects in California.
Calif. Governor Brown Takes Action to Promote Renewable Energy and Protect the Environment
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced Saturday that he has taken action on legislation to protect California's environment and natural resources.


text:
Seventeen duets for snare drum composed for a wide range of styles and music by composers from Baroque through contemporary eras. At the elementary and intermediate difficulty levels, these solos are excellent for auditions and sight reading.
Alfred Duets for All Snare Drum
Item # H62311
GC Shopping Cart | ||||||||||||||||||||
| ||||||||||||||||||||


text:
Creative Genius: Veronique Vanblaere of Naked Art Galleryby Michelle ReynoldsVeronique Vanblaere (Vero), owner and operator of Naked ...Read MoreShare9 Comments
Creative Genius: Emma Robertson of Knitting by Designby Hannah B. SlaughterEmma Robertson is a graphic designer living in ...Read MoreShare11 Comments
Creative Genius: Louise Edu of Design Stitch Go!by Ellen FoordThe internet is a funny place — sometimes you find a site written by ...Read MoreShare11 Comments
Creative Genius: Meet the Blairsby Ellen FoordBeing a blogger leads to some wonderful interactions with fabulous people. It's one of the biggest ...Read MoreShare11 Comments
Creative Genius: Papa Wolf Supply Co.by Ellen FoordI live in a small New England town, but I'm lucky to know some incredibly interesting ...Read MoreShare2 Comments
Meet the Makers We Love for Valentine's Dayby Made + Remade CrewCreatives have a knack for finding one another, a knack that leads to successful ...Read MoreShareComments Off
Makers We Love: Creative Genius Derek Trimbleby Kelly Smith TrimbleOn our first date, Derek famously said to me, "I'm really into fun." And ...Read MoreShare7 Comments
Makers We Love: Creative Genius James A. Slaughterby Hannah B. SlaughterJames and I have been together since my senior year of high school. Before ...Read MoreShare2 Comments
Makers We Love: Creative Genius Stefan Foordby Ellen FoordI'm going to do my best not to gush, but it's going to be ...Read MoreShare2 Comments
Makers We Love: Creative Genius Bob Farleyby Michelle ReynoldsI am not the only maker in my household. Nope, there is another maker, ...Read MoreShare1 Comment


text:
Does the proposed new look for WPD cars "intimidate" you?stupid question for idiotsSubmitted by guest111 (not verified) on Mon, 06/09/2014 - 9:53pm.
This question has been on the website for days now. Don't you think this is a stupid question? I, personally, think it's time to take it down and in the future you need to try and be a bit more serious with your questions. This really is stupid. »
I believe a police car isSubmitted by Phil (not verified) on Mon, 06/09/2014 - 3:04pm.
I believe a police car is supposed to intimidate people, but I believe a black and white is very traditional color scheme. »
Cost of paint jobSubmitted by Mac (not verified) on Sun, 06/08/2014 - 1:05pm.
The real question should be what is the added cost for the paint job, a standard color has no up charge. This two tone paint job has an added cost my guess is at least a thousand dollars per car. »
okay here is the dealSubmitted by bsat (not verified) on Sat, 06/07/2014 - 7:45pm.
okay here is the deal. either do a paint scheme of rainbows, flowers, dolphins and turtles with a 50 cal mounted on top, with guns mounted on the sides of the car too, okay add a tank turret. Or, we could do a black and white paint scheme. »
Are you kidding me, MaybeSubmitted by Johnny Black (not verified) on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 3:45pm.
Are you kidding me, Maybe they should put the WPD on scooters to even the playing field, And take away their guns because they make loud noises and it might scare the dirt bags when they are robbing a store or holding up a cab driver Stop reporting this nonsense. »
What does worry me...Submitted by Hometown Lady (not verified) on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 3:25pm.
Is the short cop Crumpler and those like him with the little-guy complexes that attempt to goat the public with insensitive remarks pertaining to their mothers.. Who does that? One of Wilmington's finest who is known on Market Street to be a hot headed little man with an underdeveloped mentality. Store owners and clerks have watched this little guy bully anyone that intimidates him by being taller than he is. And by mothers...this Wilmington cop was speaking of having breakfast with the mother..insinuating having been with her overnight. How he would tell the mother all her son had done...How clever officer Crumbles:) you are a little, tiny boy. They need to get you off the streets and tie you to a little desk job. »
That really gets my goat!Submitted by SayWha? (not verified) on Mon, 06/09/2014 - 9:38am.
Nothing gets my goat more than cops attempting to goat the public with insensitive remarks pertaining to mothers. What I find so deeply disturbing about this is that I, like you, have no idea what that means. »
Why don'tSubmitted by SurfCityTom on Fri, 06/06/2014 - 6:28am.
you take your innuendo and gossip to the Chief or DA? Give them some facts so they can take appropriate action. So far all you've done is spread manure and gossip. To borrow a phrase from Devito in "Twins" -- "...money talks and bs walks..." So, will you be walking or talking? »
Police IntimidationSubmitted by suzanne dolwick (not verified) on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 9:53am.
Aren't there laws against police intimidation?! »
ElmoSubmitted by WX_Guy (not verified) on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 7:51am.
Why not get the cheapest version and then apply a car wrap? Then the design can change periodically in case anyone is too intimidated. I vote for making the cars look like Elmo. Instead of sirens, the cars can emit the laugh track from tickle me Elmo. The cops can wear big bird costumes. No cookie monsters... too scary. »
I see how this can beSubmitted by kristen (not verified) on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 8:36am.
I see how this can be intimidating. It looks like a race car from an action movie, rather than a standard police charger. THAT IS NONSENSE about it being more noticeable by the dark color because at night time that concept goes out the window. THEY DO NOT NEED AN UPGRADE. WORRY ABOUT BEING A POLICE WITH A SAFE VEHICLE THAT REPRESENTS WILMINGTON. NOT A "COOL COP." »
So, they want "PC" police vehicles?Submitted by Heimie Schmelter (not verified) on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 6:32am.
They've been using the black and white scheme since well before the 1940's, why would it be intimidating now? Oh, maybe because we have so many more gang members now. Wanna change the blue lights to pink as well so they won't be so intimidating when they come on? Make them black and white, sit down, shut up and place a box of Krispy-Kreme's on the dash! I've never heard of such a whiney-butt bunch of pansies that exist under Ol' hairspray Saffo (to include him)! Geeeeezzz... »
New WPD carSubmitted by Cathie24 (not verified) on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 6:13am.
Not at all, once again you will know when it's a police car. Nostalgia is great. These cars use to demand respect when seen. Now to get rid of the unmarked cars. »
Saffo fiascoSubmitted by guest111 (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 8:53pm.
Approving changing the cars is an absolute waste of money. This board just will not listen or learn. Saffo has GOT to be in the big middle of this fiasco. He doesn't listen or learn, for sure. »
Help me, I'm so intimidated !!!Submitted by 1492 (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 6:21pm.
I can't eat, I can't sleep, but mostly I'm terrified that I'll turn into Laura Padgett! »
Old TimeySubmitted by Kim (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:40pm.
Intimidating? Not really. At first glance, it gives me the impression of a small town. Not a modern technologically advanced town. »
New patrol carsSubmitted by Joe (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:40pm.
The only way any police car would intimidate anyone is if they did something illegal. Color doesn't mean squart »
New patrol carsSubmitted by Joe (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:39pm.
The only way any police car would intimidate anyone is if they did something illegal. Color doesn't mean start »
POLICE CAR PAINT JOBSSubmitted by J.LANGLEY (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:19pm.
new police cruisersSubmitted by beachhappy (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:12pm.
It doesn't matter what color the cars are, it is the man or woman wearing the uniform behind the wheel of that car that matters. I was taught to respect the police, but something has happened to our younger generations, and they don't believe it makes a difference if a person is an officer upholding the law or not. So the color of Wilmington's police cars are not going to change the attitudes of anyone. »
Any marking is better than no markingsSubmitted by Pedestrian (not verified) on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 2:21pm.
It would help avoid situations like this morning when an unmarked police car with plate NC ACD-8000 went flying through a crosswalk while I was halfway across the street. The cops that drive these unmarked cars know full well that they can do anything, since there's no way a civilian can report them being stupid. »


text:
THE ritual was staged again and again a decade ago. The stadium would fill with cheering Africans. The band would play a tattoo. Schoolchildren would scramble forward to slay papier-mâché dragons representing poverty, ignorance and disease. Fireworks would ignite the southern sky. At midnight a throaty cheer of "Uhuru!" (Swahili for "freedom") or "Kwacha!" ("dawn" in Bemba and Nyanja) would shake the ground as the flag of the colonial power was lowered and the colors of the new nation raised.
In all, 17 of Black Africa's 34 countries (see map) marched to independence...
To continue reading:
or Log-In


text:
On the heels of Mitt Romney's narrow victory in Michigan last night, John Heilemann visited Andrea Mitchell today to discuss whether the neck-and-neck primary results against Rick Santorum will give Romney any momentum leading up to next week's Super Tuesday primaries in ten states, about half of which are in the South. "That's not going to be an easy road for Romney," Heilemann said, noting that a win in Ohio could be the biggest boost for the current front-runner. "If Mitt Romney can repeat what he did [in Michigan] in Ohio, without the home-state advantage ... he'll be able to start making the argument pretty convincingly that he should be on his way to the nomination."
John Heilemann on Andrea Mitchell: Onward to Super Tuesday
Will the slight victory in Michigan propel Romney through the southern states?