1 Trinity Episcopal Church • 1500 State Street • Santa Barbara Ca 93101 • 805.965.7419 • www.trinitysb.org

Parishnotes

W ELCOME TO ALL VISITORS! Trinity is a place where you will find open minds, open hearts and open doors. We believe that as people of God, we can all share in God's love; a love that is inclusive, ever abundant and meant to be expressed through our action in

the world. We are delighted to have you with us and hope you will come back often. If you would like to learn more about life here at Trinity please:

The Worship Bulletin you received along with this handout will be your basic guide through this morning’s liturgy.

Parish Notes: In the column to the right you will find the scripture readings, hymns and other music for this service. The following pages contain further information about today’s worship and our upcoming meetings and events. Hymn Singing: The hymn numbers are listed to the right and on the pillars at the front of the church. The Hymnal is the red book located in the pew rack in front of you.

Prayer Ministers are available during communion at the 10:00 a.m. service. Proceed to the back of the church to receive prayer and laying on of hands. Open Communion: From whatever tradition you come and wherever you are in your journey of faith, you are welcome at our table. You will find simple directions on how to participate in the worship bulletin.

Children & Youth: Trinity offers religious formation for ages 3½ -12 through the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. Children gather on Sundays starting at 9:00 a.m. in the church school behind the sanctuary. Trinity Youth Group includes all 7th-12th graders, and meets approximately twice each month, usually on Sunday afternoons. See Parish Notes for upcoming activities.

Children at Communion: Children are brought into the church during the Offertory Hymn to join us for Holy Communion. At this point, you are welcome to gather your children from the nursery to be with you.

Nursery & Toddler care is available 9:15-11 a.m. (Ask an usher for directions).

Fill out a Welcome CardJoin us for coffee on the Labyrinth Plaza

Visit our Resource & Welcome TablesVisit our website at www.trinitysb.org

the week ahead

Sunday, November 158:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist9:00 a.m. Parish Nurse9:00 a.m. Church School9:00 a.m. Hospitality & Worship Council

Ministry Fair9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour11:30 a.m. Hospitality & Worship Council

Ministry Fair5:30 p.m. Education for MinistryMonday, November 167:00 p.m. Wisdom GroupTuesday, November 17 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist6:30 p.m. Eucharist Retreat Parent Information MeetingWednesday, November 18Noon Base Community6:15 p.m. Vestry MeetingThursday, November 1910:30 a.m. Women’s Circle7:30 p.m. Choir RehearsalFriday, November 209:00 a.m. Healing TouchSunday, November 22 Pledge Ingathering

Sunday8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist9:00 a.m. Portfolio Celebration & Conversation9:00 a.m. Church School9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour11:30 a.m. Portfolio Celebration & Conversation3:30 p.m. Music at Trinity5:30 p.m. Education for Ministry

today’s lessons

events at trinity

TODAY'S SHARING FROM OUR ABUNDANCE STEWARDSHIP

TESTIMONIAL WILL BE GIVEN BY Michael Neal Arnold at the 8:00

a.m. Service & Armbruster-Sandoval Family at the 10:00 a.m. Service

HOSPITALITY & WORSHIP

COUNCIL MINISTRY FAIR TODAY!See Page 2

WISDOM GROUP

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16See Page 2

PORTFOLIO & VESTRY

CONVERSATIONSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22

See Page 2

LESSONS: Bibles are available at the rear of the church.

First Lesson: 1 Samuel 1:4-20

Canticle 1 Samuel 2:1-10 See Back Page

Second Lesson: Hebrews 10:11-14,19-25

The Holy Gospel: Mark 13:1-8

HYMNS PROCESSIONAL HYMN 607OFFERTORY HYMN 571DISMISSAL HYMN 665

TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY

AFTER PENTECOSTNOVEMBER 15, 2015

NOVEMBER 22 PLEDGE INGATHERING SUNDAY

Don’t forget to bring your completed pledge card to our special - and now traditional - Ingathering Service on Sunday, November 22. Great coffee hour after!

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our mission

As God’s people, we will share the love of God in a way that nurtures body, mind and spirit. Demonstrating God’s love for the world, we will serve a diverse population and accept one another without reservations. By including all people as one family in worship and service to God, we are all empowered and inspired by

the Spirit to continue the work of Jesus Christ.

take noteworship ministers

8:00 a.m. Holy EucharistPresiding: The Rev. Mark Asman, Rector Preaching & Assisting: The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate RectorDeacon: Michael CorriganAcolyte: Diana BuzerakReader: Jane HahnIntercessor: John DraperLay Eucharistic Minister: Jane HahnUshers: Jim & MK MicallefAltar Guild: Nollie Lei DawsonMinistry of Presence: Michael Neal Arnold

10:00 a.m. Holy EucharistPresiding: The Rev. Mark Asman, Rector Preaching & Assisting: The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate RectorDeacon: Michael CorriganAcolytes: Siu Zimmerman, Don Zimmerman, Julia Aidnik, Susan DeckerPrayer Ministers: Anna Campbell, Dane Goodman, Georgia Noble, Nina ZimmerReaders: Diane Wyman, Dodie LittleIntercessor: Lynn CarlisleLay Eucharistic Ministers: Chris Boesch, Terre Sanitate, Emily Brothers, Elizabeth HessUshers: Teresa Angulo, Tim Angulo Michael Dean, Jeffrey KrutzschWelcome Team: Geoff Hornby, Liana Carty, Marlene Sassaman, Anne Shaw, Terry WalkerHeart & Hand: Norma StuckAltar Guild: Edith Hollister, Sue AdamsFlower Guild: Allison JaquaMinistry of Presence: Stephen Singleton, Dennis WylieChoir Director & Cantor: Grey BrothersOrganist: Thomas JoyceWeekly Office Volunteers: Jessie Breytspraak, Mary Campbell, Jane Ellison, Betty Ferry, Andrea Fritzen, MK & Jim Micallef, Susannah Rake, Nina Zimmer

Today’s flowers are given by Fawzia Talbert in Thanksgiving to my Trinity Family and for life’s blessings!

THE TRINITY WISDOM GROUP Meets Monday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Meditation Chapel. We will be reading Chapter 2 of Richard Rohr’s Immortal Diamond.Contact : Faye Cox faye.cox@me.com

PLEDGE INGATHERING & PORTFOLIO CELEBRATIONSunday, Nov. 22, 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. Please bring your pledge card to church next Sunday, as we gather all of our stewardship pledges together for a blessing.

After the service, we’ll celebrate the team which created our Trinity Portfolio, now in the final stages of preparation.

More information on the Portfolio coming next week to an email box near you!

Lucile Beasley passed away with her family at her side on Monday, October 5. A Memorial Eucharist will be held for her at Trinity on Saturday, November 28 at 2:00 p.m. Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon her.

Volunteers are needed to provide cookies for a reception after the service, please contact Mary Gibson 569-6040, sgibson_us@yahoo.com.

WARMING CENTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDTrinity Church is part of the interfaith community which opens it’s doors to the unsheltered during the cold and rainy months from November-March. We will be scheduled for about five weeks during those months and open when it rains or it becomes too cold. Trinity volunteers provide the dinner which includes a hot main dish, salad, bread, dessert and also fruit and nutrition bars for breakfast. The guests sleep in the Parish and Guild Halls which are staffed by the warming Center program. If you can be part of this year’s Warming Center team, please sign up at the Welcome Table or contact the church office 965-7419 or office@trinitysb.org.

MUSIC AT TRINITY - November 22 at 3:30 p.m.Enjoy an afternoon of music by Johann Sebastian Bach featuring Egle Januleviciute at the piano. There is no charge for admission, however, goodwill offerings support the Music at Trinity Concert Series.

HOSPITALITY & WORSHIP COUNCIL MINISTRY FAIR, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 ON THE LABYRINTHFind out how you can be involved in the ministries that are the heart of our parish life.Hospitality Ministry: Coffee Hour, Abundance Table, Dinner with Friends, Helping Hands, Pastoral Care, Prayer Shawl Ministry, Special Events, Trinity Backstage and Kitchen Guild.Worship Council: Acolytes, Altar Guild, Bread Bakers, Choir, Flower Guild, Healing Touch, Labyrinth Guild, Lay Eucharist Ministers, Memorial Guild, Prayer Ministers, Readers, Wedding Guild and Ushers.

DIANA BUTLER BASS BOOK SIGNING - Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m.Diana Butler Bass will make a presentation about her new book, “Grounded,” in the Parish Hall. The author will also autograph books, and copies will be available for purchase, thanks to Chaucer’s Books. This is a free event, open to the public.

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TODAY IN THE CHURCH SCHOOLChildren at Trinity meet most Sundays for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program (CGS). Since each Level of the program covers a range of ages, often several lessons are offered each Sunday, with most children taking part in only one. Today Level I will review some familiar materials, and the older children will work with a puzzle showing the seasons and celebrations of the church year. Level II will work with geography materials showing the cities in Israel during Jesus’ time, reflect on portions of the Lord’s Prayer, and begin working on projects for the Alternative Christmas Market. Level III will reflect on well-known people, events, and inventions of the past 100 years, discussing whether they have served or hindered God’s desire to bring unity among all people and all creation, and begin thinking about their work with Heifer for the Alternative Christmas Market.

CONTACTS:Nursery/Toddler care Marisa Brenninkmeyer, nursery@trinitysb.orgChurch School ages 3–12Elizabeth Hess, ehess@trinitysb.orgYouth ages 13–18Libby Yardi, lyardi@trinitysb.org

TRINITY MIDDLE EAST PEACE MINISTRY• For current news go to:American Friends for the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalemwww.AFEDJ.org and Churches for Middle East Peace www.cmep.org• Book suggestions Sandy Tolan - Children of the Stone, Mark Braverman – A Wall in Jerusalem• International Peace ConferenceGo to www.PeaceConference1016.org (January 15,16 – Ontario, CA) • For positive action Support the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem - Purchase fair trade items at the Alternative Christmas Market – Dec. 6. For more resources, contact -Art and Louise Fisher – loufisher2@yahoo.com - or call 684-9389.

COFFEE HOUR NEEDS YOU!!!Coffee Hour Goodies are everyone’s responsibility. We all love a “little something,” be it sweet or savory, after church to go along with our coffee and conversation. Your contribution can be as simple as chips and dip or a bag of cookies, or as elaborate as you would like to make it. The small and the quick among us are aware that hospitality means leaving enough for everyone else and are willing to share. Sign up for a Sunday between now and Christmas and bring a smile to many faces, young and old. Please note that Gluten Free items are always appreciated. Cheers from the Hospitality Council!

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TRINITY YOUTH GROUP (7TH – 12TH GRADES) Next Meeting: Sunday, November 22Thanksgiving PartyEnjoy each other’s company as we give thanks for all God’s gifts and prepare for the Alternative Christmas Market. Help choose how we will seek donations for Episcopal Relief and Development, and put your creative talents to good use as we redecorate the poster board!Any questions or comments? Ask Libby (lyardi@trinitysb.org).

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WARMING CENTER CASSEROLES NEEDED!Trinity is collecting frozen casseroles in anticipation of the Winter Warming Center opening soon. Please consider making a casserole for the freezer - hearty casseroles with chicken, pasta or beef. You can pick up an aluminum pan at the Welcome Table to fill and return to the office. This standard size will stack in the church freezer and will cook in a similar amount of time. Frozen purchased casseroles are also welcome. Contact: office@trinitysb.org.

CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHARD TRAINING IN JANUARYThe Children and Youth Council is delighted to announce that Trinity will host a Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training course for new Level 1 Trinity catechists starting in January. Long-time CGS trainer Lynda Catalano will lead this formation course on select Saturdays in 2016, and we will welcome a few catechists from outside our congregation into our church school building and our beautiful Level 1 atrium. If you are interested in catechetical formation training, or would like to support this course with offers of hospitality, please contact Elizabeth Hess, ehess@trinitysb.org.

INTRODUCING A NEW TIME FOR CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICE AT TRINITY - 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Thursdays in the Chancel, beginning in Advent on December 3 The School of the Heart is pleased to offer another opportunity for us to be faithfully silent together in opening to Divine Presence. Whatever your practice, you are invited to this time of sitting together. And if you do not yet have a practice, there will always be simple instructions to help you get started, plus teaching on first Thursdays before the silence. You are welcome to come and sit in the chancel between noon and 1:00, and the meditation bell will ring at 12:15 and 12:45 to start and end our silence. Please enter and leave quietly.

Nithya Shanti, our last School of the Heart presenter, has made the talks he gave while he was with us, available online. Here is the link for those that are interested: https://soundcloud.com/nithya-shanti/sets/talks-in-santa-barbara

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THE GIVING TREE BEGINS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29Christmas is the wonderful time of year when we can share what God has so generously provided us, and share it with the less fortunate members of our community. Every year Trinity parishioners have provided colorfully wrapped Christmas gifts for residents of Path Santa Barbara, and we’re sure your generosity will shine again. On November 29th the Trinity Giving Tree will be in the Sanctuary. Simply pluck off an ornament to choose the size and gender of sweatshirt and socks you wish to give. Then, return your wrapped gift and place it under the Giving Tree. On December 20th Trinity elves will pick them up at noon and magically transport them in time to celebrate the holy birth of our Savior. MERRY CHRISTMAS!

PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF JERUSALEM: ADVENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIESDuring the season of Advent, we’re all on the road to Bethlehem: the little town in an occupied territory where Jesus was born. This Advent, Trinity presents a series of learning opportunities about life in an occupied territory, as it is today. We’ll show 2 award-winning documentary films after church on Sundays, and we’ll have 3 Tuesday evening meetings with discussions and presentations from various sources, including Steadfast Hope, (book and DVD, from Episcopal Peace Fellowship, available at each meeting, $5 donation requested). Come for one Sunday film or both, come for the Tuesday discussion series: mix and match as your busy schedule allows. Join us in our Advent prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem: it’s a prayer which is older than Christianity, and has never been more urgent.

SUNDAY FILMS start at 11:30 a.m. Grab a cup of coffee, a snack, and join us. All are welcome. November 29: Two-Sided Story, a film about the work of Parents Circle-Families Forum, bereaved Palestinians and Israelis speaking truth and showing us what reconciliation looks like. (2012, 75 minutes, some subtitles)December 13: Encounter Point, Sunday, a film about individuals working for justice in the Holy Land, and how they find their way. (2006, Just Vision, 85 minutes, some subtitles)

TUESDAY EVENING PRESENTATIONS with Trinity-style discussions, 6:30-8:00 p.m. All are welcome.December 1: Homeland; December 8: Occupation, Oppression, & the Other; December 15: on Reconciliation, Peacemaking, & Hope.

Contact: Carren Sheldon, csheldon@trinitysb.org

ADVENT ORGAN SERIES THREE SUNDAYS IN ADVENT 3:30 p.m. For three Sundays in Advent, three local organists will offer recitals of organ music inspired by the magic and mystery of the season. The spirit of both Advent and Christmas will be explored and celebrated through classic organ repertoire in addition to newly composed works. As is the custom for Music at Trinity concerts, there will be no charge for admission, but freewill offerings are gratefully received in support of the artists. There is no charge for admission, however, goodwill offerings support the Music at Trinity Concert Series. December 6, Emma Lou Diemer, organ ~ Featuring music by Santa Barbara composers Mahlon Balderston, Emma Lou Diemer, David Gell, and the premier of a new piece by Daniel Gee.December 13, Nelson Huber, organ ~ Featuring music by Emma Lou Diemer, Sigfrid Karg-Elert, Louis Vierne, Peter Warlock.December 20, Thomas Joyce, organ ~ Featuring music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Marcel Dupré, Felix Mendelssohn, Charles Tournemire.

advent & christmas

ADVENT MEDITATION BOOKLET AVAILABLEJourney through Advent with trusted companion and spiritual thinker Henri Nouwen who has helped inspire millions to grow closer to Jesus. For Nouwen, author of this booklet of daily meditations titled “Unto Us a Child is Born,” a life of faith is a life of prayer, and these daily devotions during the weeks of Advent help form a lasting spiritual practice. This booklet is available at the Welcome Table for the cost of $1. Contact: Judith Torres, jtorres@trinitysb.org

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CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE: CHILDREN’S NATIVITY THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 4:00 p.m.Our annual Christmas Eve service for children and families will take place at 4:00 p.m. This service is a wonderful event where our children tell us again the wondrous story of how Jesus’ light came into the world. In preparation for our Children’s Nativity, we will have three rehearsals: Sunday, Dec. 13, 11:30 a.m. - for children with speaking parts Wednesday, Dec. 16, 6:00-7:30 p.m. - all participating children and youth Sunday, Dec. 20, 11:30 a.m. - all participating children and youth, with lunch provided.Contact: ehess@trinitysb.org

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HELP DECORATE THE CHURCH FOR CHRISTMAS SUNDAY DECEMBER 20, Following the 10:00 a.m. service until 2:00 p.m.

Lunch will be served.Help in the transformation of our sanctuary into a magical space for our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship. There is a job for everyone, no experience necessary. You can stay for as little or as long as you are able. Sign up at the welcome table or contact Georgia Noble: gnoble@cox.net

KIDS NIGHT IN/PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Calling all kids! Come for a fun crafting night at church while your parents spend the evening out! On Friday, December 11, have your parents drop you off at church, where we will enjoy making Christmas crafts and watching the Charlie Brown Christmas special while your parents head out for the evening. We will also have snacks and games available; eat dinner first or bring it with you. Childcare is provided from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. by our nursery childcare providers, but if any parents or youth would like to stay and craft with the kids we’d be happy to share the fun of the evening with you!

ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS MARKET SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Make out your gift lists now for Trinity’s Alternative Christmas Market! You will have the opportunity to purchase gifts and make donations in honor of those special people in your life. The market will be open after each service, so bring your checkbooks and your cash. This Alternative Christmas Market will give you the opportunity to support one, several, or all of these participating programs: • Episcopal Relief & Development~organized by our parish youth • Heifer International~organized by our parish children• GAIA (Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance) ~ supporting medical relief efforts in Malawi• Angels Bearing Gifts ~ benefits adults with disabilities in Santa Barbara County • Diocese of Jerusalem ~ providing a beacon of hope, peace, and reconciliation in the Middle East • Unite-to-Light ~ Solar lights for the developing world• Kids’ Crafts ~ created by Trinity children; proceeds shared equally with above organizations

Visit their tables and learn more about what they do and how they are continuing God’s justice work in our world. For information contact Jennifer Bergquist, jenniferbergquist@gmail.com, or Jean Davis, jeanlangedavis@gmail.com. And don’t forget your checks or cash. No credit cards accepted.

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Sunday, November 29 Advent 1

Sunday, December 6 Advent 2

Sunday, December 13 Advent 3

Sunday, December 20 Advent 4

•Advent Film following the 10:00 a.m. service •Giving Tree Begins (until December 20) Our annual sweatshirt and sock drive for Casa Esperanza.Tuesday, December 1 •Advent Learning Opportunity #1 6:30 p.m.

•Annual Alternative Christmas Market following 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. services You will have an opportunity to purchase alternative gifts from a wide variety of sources: Episcopal Relief and Development, Heifer Project, GAIA, Angels Bearing Gifts, Diocese of Jerusalem, Unite-to-Light, and Kids’ Crafts created by our own Trinity children. •Advent Organ Series #1 3:30 p.m. •Advent Lessons and Carols at St. Michael’s in Isla Vista 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 8 •Advent Learning Opportunity #2 6:30 p.m.Friday, December 11 •Kid Night In, Parents’ Night Out 5:30-8:00 p.m. Parish Hall. Christmas crafts, games and snacks for kids. Saturday, December 12 •Trinity Backstage 8:00 p.m. Annual Holiday Benefit show for our Justice Fund with Kate Wallace, Doug Clegg & friends.

•Children’s Nativity Rehearsal following the 10:00 a.m. service all children and youth with speaking parts. •Advent Film following the 10:00 a.m. service •Advent Organ Series #2 3:30 p.m. • Youth Group Christmas Party 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Tuesday, December 15 •Advent Learning Opportunity #3 6:30 p.m.Wednesday, December 16 • Children’s Nativity Rehearsal 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. ALL participating children and youth.Sunday, December 20 •Christmas Eve Service Rehearsal following the 10:00 a.m. service For ALL participants. Lunch provided.

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•Decorate the Church for Christmas – following the 10:00 a.m. service until 2:00 pm •Christmas Eve Children’s Nativity Rehearsal 11:30 a.m. For ALL participants. Lunch provided. •Advent Organ Series #3 3:30 p.m. Thursday, December 24, Christmas Eve •4:00 p.m. Family Service •9:30 p.m. Carol Singing •10:00 p.m. Festival Choral Eucharist (*with incense)Friday, December 25, Christmas Day •10:00 a.m. Christmas Day Holy Eucharist with Choir and Hymns

Sunday, December 27 First Sunday After Christmas

•School of the Heart Sunday at the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services We will teach and practice different forms of contemplation.

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prayers

Please remember these prayer requests during the Prayers of the

People and the week ahead.*Please Remember In Your Prayers: Michael Neal Arnold, Joby Nunez, Ed Cavanaugh, Cathy & Ivor Burlingham, Kahtleen & Tommy Thornton, Martin McArdle, Terry Brennan, Susan C, Fred Sweeney, Phil, Robin Childress, Mid Squier, Michele F, Shannon C, Mark M, Jeannette Shackell, Virginia Badal, Dianne Delaney, Sandra, Yvonne Emerson, Mary Franco, Tom Franco, Casey Franco, Guilianna Franco, Gabriela Franco, Tom Carriero, Billy Jones, Alison Pickering, Rebecca Bodor, Josephine Pikero, Seana M. and Family, S. Herney and Family, John and Diana Brettrager, Alex Stadelman, Corey Beyer, Chuck Frid, Jessie Breytspraak, Frank Sanitate.Those With Long Term Illness: Margaret Marvin, Kathryn Dean, Rachel, Lucretia, Dorito, Betty H, Roger Turner, Jill Harper, Quinn Sellars, Joy Andrews, Jane Arnold, Marcos G., Jerry Whitney and family, Terry Roof, Beverly King Dorsey, Bob Frierson, Elena Decker, Rosemary Jennings, John Car-penter, Christine Langenfeld, Miguel Mendez, Dorothy P, Christoper Dawson, Russell Cun-ningham, Marjory Smith.For the departed: Gwendolyn Strong, Michel Reid, Mary Liz, John Symonds, Pedro Serantes, Jim Belden, Lucile Beasley, Sue Harris Person, Marjorie Carey.Serving our country in the armed forces: Craig & Catherine Christ, Grant Fish, Michael C. Fish, Lisa Skioldhanlin, Alec Menoni, David Dees, Theresa Berry, Thomas Richert, Steven Finch, Frederick Johnston, Nicole A. Dennis, Kyle Ray, John Whitney, Taylor Sutherland, Rodger Schuld, Sean Dunbar, James Badgett.Postulants and Candidates for Holy Orders: Michael Corrigan, Lauren Williams, Sarah Thomas.*Note: Names will be removed after 60 days. If you wish to have someone added, call the office at 965–7419 or email office@trinitysb.org. Please indicate which list: short-term, long-term or departed.

community

EVENTS AT MOUNT CALVARY MONASTERY & RETREAT HOUSEBecoming Beguines:Living Love Mystically & Apostolically, November 20-22Mt. Calvary Monastery & Retreat HouseA Retreat Open to All Women who Love God! We will explore the stories of the Beguines, 13th century women who sought to live the apostolic life. $310 per person for the weekend includes meals. RSVP at mtcalvary1@aol.com or call 682-4117

JOIN MARK ASMAN FOR “A NIGHT IN HAVANA”, A BENEFIT FOR SARAH HOUSE, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21!Yes, our very own Mark is co-hosting this year’s Sarah House event on Saturday, November 21st, at the Montecito Country Club. Help support this valuable community non-profit which for 25 years has provided, with “extraordinary kindness”, an end-of-life care home for Santa Barbara’s low-income individuals. Invitations are available at the resource table or contact Melinda Carey, melindacarey@me.com or Jean Davis, jeanlangedavis@gmail.com.

COMMUNITY INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE - TUESDAY, NOV 24, 7:00 p.m.Sponsored by the Greater Santa Barbara Area Clergy Association, this service is at First United Methodist Church, 305 E. Anapamu. The guest speaker, Rev. Doug Miller, is the former Pastor of First Baptist Church of Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara Interfaith Chorale will sing. The Thanksgiving Offering will go to Direct Relief International and a light reception will follow. For more information: office@fumcsb.org.

Young People with Disabilities Forum Saturday, November 21There will be presentations by various community groups about applying to college, finding a job and becoming involved in the community. Participants will be connected with a mentor. This free forum at the Eastside Library from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. is sponsored by the Independent Living Resource Center. For more information, contact Danielle Anderson, 963-0595.

episcopal campus ministry at

st. michaels in IV$3,000 CHALLENGE GRANT St. Mike’s is a vibrant community making a love-spreading difference in Isla Vista and beyond. To continue the good work that we do, St. Mike’s needs your help. To close the gap on our budget, one generous family has offered a $3,000 Challenge Grant. That means we have until Thanksgiving to raise $3,000. If we achieve our goal, the family will match our gift. In other words, any gift you give in addition to your normal pledging to St. Mike’s from now until Thanksgiving will be doubled. We honor belonging at all levels. Any gift is really important at this difficult time of year. Please pitch in and help us meet this goal! Donations accepted: cash, check and online with a credit card (http://www.saintmikesucsb.org) via credit card. Just click on our paypal button in the right column :) To learn how you can support the work of St. Mike’s, contact Randy and Frances Hahn (rhahn51@cox.net, fhahn1@cox.net).

ADVENT LESSONS AND CAROLSSt. Michael’s would like to invite the Santa Barbara area Episcopal congregations and choirs to participate in the annual service of Community Advent Lessons and Carols. It will be held at St. Michael’s on Sunday, December 6th at 7:30 p.m. The rehearsal will start at 5:30 p.m. Grey Brothers will conduct the choir. Everyone is welcome!

FOODBANK Needs TONS of Volunteers to Help in NovemberNovember is Foodbank’s busiest time of the year! There are one-time events that need volunteers and opportunities appropriate for kids and families. For more information: foodbanksbc.org or contact Melissa at 403-2471.

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mid week worship

Tuesday Evening Eucharist: 5:30 p.m. Holy Communion and 20 minutes of silent meditation bring us together for rest and renewal in the company of others who also feel called to “watch and wait” in the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Contemplative Prayer: A Trinity group to practice various forms of Christian contemplative prayer gathers monthly on the second Wednesday evening, 7-8 p.m., ordinarily in the Fireside Room. For more information, talk with Art (883-8105) or Judy Stevens (698-9309). Base Community Bible Study and Eucharist: Wednesdays, noon, in the library. This group meets each week for Bible Study and reflects on the upcoming Sunday’s gospel lesson. It closes with an informal Eucharist.

about pledging

Our vision of Stewardship recognizes that God is the giver and has blessed each one of us with many gifts. Common to us all is the privilege and blessing of how we use the precious gifts of our time, talent and treasure. Stewardship is the spiritual practice of discerning the use of these gifts in building God’s dream of love and justice in our hearts, relationships and world. At Trinity we call your gift of time and talent Shared Ministry and we call your gift of treasure a pledge. Pledge forms are available at the Welcome Table.

trinity contact list

staff The Rev. Mark E. Asman, Rector masman@trinitysb.orgThe Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate Rectorcsheldon@trinitysb.orgKatrina Perez, Administrative Assistantoffice@trinitysb.orgHannah Ruth Brothers, Administrative Assistantoffice@trinitysb.orgJudith Torres, Coordinator of Shared Ministriesjtorres@trinitysb.orgCami Segna, Business Managercsegna@trinitysb.org Elizabeth Hess, Coordinator of Children's Ministriesehess@trinitysb.orgLibby Yardi, Coordinator of Youth Ministrieslyardi@trinitysb.orgGrey Brothers, Minister of Choral & Congregational Music brothers@westmont.eduThomas Joyce, Minister of Keyboard Musictjoyce@trinitysb.orgMiguel Toscano, Sextonmtoscano@trinitysb.org Jan Fadden, Parish Nurse, 636-2559 parish councilAdministration & Inclusion: Anne Shaw, 687-3685, anne.shaw09@gmail.comChildren & Youth Council: Vanessa Woods, 637-0201, nessawoods@gmail.com and Susan Krutzsch 569-5012, krutzsch.s@gmail.comAdult Formation: Dennis Wylie, 967-9515, dwylie@cox.netHospitality: Julia Laraway, 682-6926, a1fyr516@aol.com Justice & Outreach: Craig Moore, 680-1228, cdowdmoore@gmail.com and Laurinda Marshall, 685-5586, laurindax@yahoo.comWorship: Lynn Carlisle, 722-0509lynnjcarlisle@gmail.com and Dodie Little, 963-8656, dodielittle@gmail.com

vestryAnne Porter, Senior Warden,anneporter@cox.netMichael Neal Arnold, Junior Warden, mnarnold@hascosb.comDiana Thomas, Clerk, deelee.thomas@gmail.comStephen Humphreys, humphreys@history.ucsb.eduAnn Jaqua, annjaqua@cox.netGeorgia Noble, gnoble@cox.netAaron Panchal, apanchal@westmont.eduPatsy Price, pstadel@gmail.com Elizabeth Schmid, eschmid09@me.comStephen Singleton, teaslton@cox.netTerry Walker, terrywal805@gmail.comKristi Wallace, kristi957@gmail.com

trinity contact listseptember financials

Sept 2015

Actual Budget

Income $34,179 $54,735Expense $50,508 $57,556Year-to-DateIncome $488,338 $542,708Expense $541,920 $535,897Trinity is grateful for each financial pledge and gift supporting our programs and ministries. Because our expenses are largely predictable and our income varies from month-to-month, staying as current as possible is a great help to us. If at any time your circumstances change, please notify Cami Segna, our parish Business Manager.For a full statement of our income and expense, and vestry notes, see the bulletin board in the Parish Hall building for monthly update.

capital campaign updateAs of September 2015Pledge goal: $2,300,000 Actual pledges: $2,158,350 Income to date: $2,159,835 Expenses to date: $2,083,869Balance of current funds: $75,966

pastoral care

Hospital Visitation: If you, or a member of the parish that you know, is going into the hospital please notify Mark and Carren so they can arrange to visit.Homebound Visitation: If you, or a member of the parish that you know, are homebound (long-term or short-term) and would like a visit or the Eucharist brought to them, please contact the Pastoral Care Committee: Fawzia Talbert 684–8536 or fawzia.talbert@gmail.com or Don Zimmerman 893-3422.

Healing Touch Prayer Ministry: If you, or someone you know, would like to receive a time of Healing Touch Prayer, please contact Nina Zimmer at 968-4084. Helping Hands: The purpose of Helping Hands is to provide short-term care and support for parishioners who need a little extra help due to illness or life circumstances. These volunteers do things like cook a meal, run an errand, or provide transportation. Helpers are put into a resource pool and called upon on an “as need” basis. Mac McNeel, 280-2504Prayer Shawl Ministry: Shawls are handmade by parishioners and blessed each month. If you or someone you know is in need of this prayer-filled comfort, please contact: Norma Stuck, 964-5807, normaestuck@gmail.com.Pastoral Emergency Contact Number: In case of a pastoral or medical EMERGENCY outside of regular office hours please call 726–1255. Clergy will respond to your page as soon as possible.

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COMMUNION ANTHEM TEXT:God be in my head, and in my understanding;God be in mine eyes, and in my looking;God be in my mouth, and in my speaking;God be in my heart, and in my thinking;God be at mine end, and at my departing.(Sarum Primer, 1558)

TODAY’S MUSIC 8:00 a.m. Service

PRELUDEToccata, Adagio and Fugue in C major, BWV 564 Adagio, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)COMMUNIONO wie selig seid ihr doch, ihr Frommen, Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)POSTLUDEImprovisation

10:00 a.m. Service ~ by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)

PRELUDEToccata, Adagio and Fugue in C major, BWV 564 ToccataOFFERTORY ANTHEM Fight the good fight, John GardnerCOMMUNION ANTHEMGod be in my head, Raymond Weidner COMMUNIONToccata, Adagio and Fugue in C majorAdagioPOSTLUDEToccata, Adagio and Fugue in C majorFugue

CANTICLE 1 Samuel 2:1-10

REFRAINMy heart exults in the LORD; my strength is exalted in my God. My mouth derides my enemies because I rejoice in my victory.There is no Holy One like the LORD, no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.REFRAIN Talk no more so very proudly, let not arrogance come from your mouth; for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. The bows of the mighty are broken, but the feeble gird on strength.REFRAIN Those who were full have hired themselves out for bread, but those who were hungry are fat with spoil. The barren has borne seven, but she who has many children is forlorn. The LORD kills and brings to life; he brings down to Sheol and raises up. The LORD makes poor and makes rich; he brings low, he also exalts.REFRAIN He raises up the poor from the dust; he lifts the needy from the ash heap, to make them sit with princes and inherit a seat of honor. For the pillars of the earth are the LORD’s, and on them he has set the world.REFRAIN He will guard the feet of his faithful ones, but the wicked shall be cut off in darkness; for not by might does one prevail. The LORD! His adversaries shall be shattered; the Most High will thunder in heaven. The LORD will judge the ends of the earth; he will give strength to his king, and exalt the power of his anointed. REFRAIN

OFFERTORY ANTHEM TEXT:Fight the good fight with all thy might.Christ is thy strength and Christ thy right.Lay hold on life, and it shall bethy joy and crown eternally.

Run the straight race through God’s good grace;lift up thine eyes, and seek Christ’s face.Life with its way before us lies;Christ is the path, and Christ the prize.

Cast care aside; lean on thy guide.God’s boundless mercy will provide.Trust, and thy trusting soul shall proveChrist is its life, and Christ its love.

Faint not nor fear: God’s arms are near.God changeth not, and thou art dear.Only believe, and thou shalt seethat Christ is all in all to thee.(John S. B. Monsell, 1811-1875)

OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN MINISTRYTransition HouseProvides food, shelter and services to families who have lost their homes. A team of Trinity vol-unteers serves dinner to residents once a month. Contact: Michael Arnold 687-4073 (Saturday coordinator)Teresa Pietsch 570-0542 (Sunday coordinator)

Community KitchenProvides hot nutritious meals to the hungry and homeless in Santa Barbara. A group of Trinity volunteers serves lunch on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month throughout the year at Casa Esperanza. Contact: Sarah Dobbs 682–7904Faulding HotelA historic hotel that houses the working poor and residents on a fixed income. Trinity volunteers take part in a “mutual ministry” of learning and socializing each month on the third Saturday with the residents, providing lunch with an activity or program.Contact: Regina Rodriguez 963–8543

Harding School HelpersTrinity volunteers provide either classroom or after school homework. We always welcome class-room helpers for pre-school to fifth grade and homework volunteers Mon.-Thurs. 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.Contact: Bob Ward wardrt2@cox.net or Anne Porter, anneporter@cox.net or 963-8543.

shared ministry