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. Gluten-Free wafers are available for those who need them, just ask for them when the bread is presented to 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 29 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist9:00 a.m. Church School9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour11:30 a.m. Advent Film5:30 p.m. Education for MinistryTuesday, December 1 6:30 p.m. Advent Series #1Wednesday, December 2Noon Base Community7:00 p.m. Diana Butler Bass Book SigningThursday, December 310:30 a.m. Women’s Circle12:15 p.m. Contemplative PracticeSunday, December 68:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist9:00 a.m. Church School9:00 a.m. Alternative Christmas Market9:15 a.m. Centering Prayer10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour11:30 a.m. Alternative Christmas Market3:30 p.m. Music at Trinity Advent Organ

Concert5:30 p.m. Education for Ministry

today’s lessons

events at trinity

THE GIVING TREE BEGINS TODAYSee Page 4

ADVENT SERIES:Pray for the peace of Jerusalem

Film today at 11:30 a.m.

First Presentation & Discussion, Tuesday Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m.

See Page 4

DIANA BUTLER BASS BOOK SIGNING

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2See Page 2

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

First Lesson: Jeremiah 33:14-16

Psalm 25:1-9 See Back Page

Second Lesson: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

The Holy Gospel: Luke 21:25-36

HYMNS OFFERTORY HYMN 61 DISMISSAL HYMN 57

THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

Advent and Christmas schedule of events,

Pages 4-6

ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS MARKET SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 See page 5

How well can you hear our service? As we continue to improve our new sound system, we need your feedback, especially if you are a hearing aid user. Please email or jot down some notes which we can share with our consultants. Thanks!

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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 RectorAcolyte: Michael Neal ArnoldReader: Jane HahnIntercessor: Diana BuzerakLay Eucharistic Minister: Michael CorriganUshers: John Draper, Mary Jane SalcidoAltar Guild: Nollie Lei DawsonMinistry of Presence: Terry Walker

10:00 a.m. Holy EucharistPresiding: The Rev. Mark Asman, Rector Preaching & Assisting: The Rev. Carren Sheldon, Associate RectorAcolytes: Susan Decker, Terre Sanitate, Julia Aidnik, Shea GoodnerPrayer Ministers: Faye Cox, Georgia Noble, Terry Roof, Nina ZimmerReaders: Paul Delaney, John RuffinIntercessor: Nathan GibsonLay Eucharistic Ministers: Emily Brothers, Mandy Phillips, Michael Kramer, Ed SavageUshers: Steve Gibson, Edith Hollister, Stephen Humphreys, Jeffrey KrutzschWelcome Team: Geoff Hornby, Laura Ringquist, Mark Stout, Drew Hunter, John MichalHeart & Hand: Nina Ward, Michelle SilvaAltar Guild: Edith HollisterFlower Guild: Jane & Rob ForsythMinistry of Presence: Brian Bargiel, 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

Lloyd Albright passed away on Thursday, November 5. His service will be private. There will be a celebration of Lloyd’s life at Harry’s Cafe in Loreto Plaza on Sunday, December 13, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Cards may be sent to his wife, Margaret Albright. Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him.

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.

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.

SCIENCE & RELIGION - Monday, December 7, 7:00-8:30 p.m.Guild Hall. We welcome Dr. Eileen McMahon McQuade, Associate Professor of Biology at Westmont College. She will be discussing “Human Genetic Engineering: Slippery slope or saving lives?” Some have warned that genetic engineering is too close to “playing God.” Is there a slippery slope or is this technology one path to health, happiness, and long life? Most recently Dr. McQuade has been engaged in research dealing with MS and rheumatoid arthritis. Please contact Bob Richard at 805-680-5590 or starryrobert@aol.com with questions. An offering will be received.

episcopal campus ministry at

st. michaels in IVA MESSAGE FROM REV. SCOTT CLAASSENDear friends of St. Michael’s, Thank you all for your support of our recent $3,000 Challenge Grant! We are happy to report that we met the challenge and will receive a matching $3,000 from the challenging family. Your generosity has ensured the financial security of St. Michael’s and enabled a mission and campus ministry that is making a love-spreading difference in Isla Vista and beyond. We look forward to seeing you all at our Lessons & Carols service on December 6 at 7:30pm. Thanks again for your continued support! With gratitude, The Rev. Scott Claassen

VOLUNTEER BAKERS NEEDED for refreshments after Lessons and Carols on December 6. Contact fhahn1@cox.net if you can help.

Advent Candle LightingThank you to

Mary, Steve and Nathan Gibson,who will be lighting our

Advent Candle this morning.

ADVENT ORGAN SERIES BEGINS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 3:30 p.m.Organist Emma Lou Diemer will play by Santa Barbara composers Mahlon Balderston, Emma Lou Diemer, David Gell and the premier of a new piece by Daniel Gee. There is no charge for admission, however, goodwill offerings support the Music at Trinty Concert Series.

Thank you to everyone who made casseroles for the Warming Center. Our freezer is full! We won’t need more casseroles until January.

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TODAY IN THE CHURCH SCHOOLChildren at Trinity meet each Sunday 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 participate in the Advent Celebration, welcoming the season of preparation for Christmas and reflecting on God’s promise of Light. Level II will participate in the Advent celebration, reflecting on God’s promise of Light, and work on projects related to the Advent season. Level III will participate in the Advent celebration, then continue preparations 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) Watch out for the Trinity Youth mosquito at next week’s Alternative Christmas Market! If he “bites” you, you’ll want to visit the Trinity Youth booth and learn about this year’s Gifts for Life: mosquito nets to protect against malaria ($12 each) and health clinic care ($15). If you have questions, please stop by the Trinity Youth work table, today at coffee hour!

Next meeting: Christmas Party, Sunday, Dec. 20, 4-7:30 p.m. Pick up and drop off at the Woods’ home. Gingerbread house contest, white elephant gift exchange, and dinner at the Woods’ family home. Bring a gift (find it free, or spend less than $10).Dinner will be provided by the Woods family. Questions? While Libby’s in Australia, contact Carren, csheldon@trinitysb.org

children and youth

CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD 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.

TRINITY BACKSTAGE CHRISTMAS IN THE ROUND- Saturday, December 12, 8:00 p.m.Join us for our annual home grown Christmas show featuring Doug Clegg, Kate Wallace, and Grey Brothers, with Sarah and Mitchell Thomas, Bill Wood and Tom Joyce. The show will be given in honor of our Rector, Mark, and proceeds will benefit Trinity’s operating fund. For table reservations and more information, call 962-2970 or visit www.trinitybackstage.com

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTJo Rosalind Rorty was born to her overjoyed mothers, Max Rorty and Kate McDonald, on November 14, 2015, 7 lbs. 13 oz., 20 inches long, and entirely wonderful.

SCHOOL OF THE HEART SUNDAY, December 27At the 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. services; in place of the sermon, people will have the option to choose from centering prayer in the church, led by Mark Benson, or walking the Labyrinth, led by School of the Heart members.

CHRISTMAS CD BY KATE WALLACEAgain this year, Kate Wallace will be selling her Christmas CD, the Road to Bethlehem. Trinity folk loved it last year and it makes a great Christmas gift. A little something to enjoy during any holiday festivity. Ask Kate at the 10:00 a.m. service or call her at 962-2970.

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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 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

advent & christmas

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 International, 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 •Kids’ 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 Trinity’s Operating 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.

advent & christmas at trinity

•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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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 listoctober financials

Oct 2015 Actual BudgetIncome $51,418 $54,732Expense $56,435 $56,796Year-to-DateIncome $539,756 $597,440Expense $598,355 $592,693Trinity 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 October 2015Pledge goal: $2,300,000 Actual pledges: $2,158,349 Income to date: $2,159,934 Expenses to date: $2,083,869Balance of current funds: $75,965

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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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS MADE A PLEDGE FOR 2016 AS OF NOVEMBER 24

Renewed Pledges 121 Goal 258 Percent of Goal 47%New Pledges 12 Goal 20 Percent of Goal 60%Total Amount Pledged $405,415 Goal $650,000 Percent of Goal 62%Pledge indicated a tithe: 14Pledge indicated a proportionate gift: 58

We apologize if you haven’t received a pledge packet, you can stop by the Welcome Table to pick one up.

Rick, Bruce & Evelyn Ringquist, Laura Roediger, Anne Roof, Clark & Terry Sahyun, Irene & Mel Salcido, Mary Jane Sanitate, Terre & Frank Scharlemann, Martin & Barbara Wagner Schatz, Iva Schmid, Elizabeth & Thomas Secunda, Gladys Selzler, Robin & Joe Sheldon, Carren & Bernt EngebretsenSingleton, Stephen & Christopher Teasley Smitheram, Lou & Gus PraviaSolin, Loren & Linda Sprague, Jamie & Jarrod Squier, Mid & Carol Stevens, The Rev. Art & Judith Stiehl, Linda Stuck, Norma & Glenn Talbert, Fawzia Talbert, Farina Thomas, Bill & Diana Thompson, Beth Thornton, Beth Torres, Judith Walker, Terry Wallace, Kristi Wallace, Kate Ward, Robert & Nina Webb, Don & Sally Wenzel, Pete & Betty Wiggins, Phylene Wyatt, Eleanor Wyman, Dave & Diane Zimmer, Charles & Nina Zimmerman, Don & Siu

Green, Christine Guthrie, Robert & Lilian Hahn, Jane & Ken Hannum, Susie Hawkins, Greg & Roslyn Henry, Gretchen & Peter Hess, Kevin & Elizabeth Hollister, EdithHornby, Geoff & Debbie Molnar Howard, Randy & Anne Howell, Barbara & Joe Humphreys, Stephen Hunter, Drew Jaqua, Ann & David Griffin Kahler, Jerome & Beth Kelly, DorothyKokotovic, Anna Kramer, Michael Krutzsch, Jeffrey & Susan Kugler, Larry & Marianne Langlo, Tatzia Laraway, Julia & Peter Larsen, Paul & Kim Larson, John & Barbara Macrocosm Consulting Marshall, Laurinda Marsi, Irene Mathews, Joe & Amy Matthews, Lydia McNeel, Mac & Doug Moore Meyer, Kathy Micallef, Jim & MK Michal, John Monk, Robert Moore, Craig & Chris Moriarty, Pandra Moriarty, Melissa Mountford, Helen Noble, GeorgiaNoble, Alice Ohl-Trlica, Jacque Panchal, Aaron Perez, Stephanie & Bob Poley, Andrew & Dorothy Porter, Anne & Regina Rodriguez Potter Jay Raimer, Joyce Rake, Susannah

Aidnik-Jones, Catherine & David Alexander, Jean Armbruster, Ralph & Meg Beard Arnold, Michael Neal Asman, Mark & Bill Wood Ayres, Jane D. Barden, Dell Bargiel, Andria & Brian Barnhouse, Mary Alice & David Beasley, WilliamBengtson, Vern Bennett, John & Joan E. Benson, Mark Bergquist, Jennifer & MichaelBlack, Lin Boyd, Judy & Lance Brenninkmeyer, Brian & Marisa DepalmaBreytspraak, Jessie Brothers, Grey & Carrie Buzerak, Diana Campbell, John & Anna Cantu, Marc & Kaye Carroll, Marlene Christensen, Inez Christensen, Jeannie Claydon-Carlander, Karen and Kent Clegg, Douglas Consoli, Melissa Corrigan, Michael & Tine Dawson, Gwen Dawson, Nollie Lei Dean, Michael & KathrynDecker, Susan & Kate Kelly Degen, Sarah Delaney, Dianne Delaney, Paul Dobbs, Sarah Draper, John Ellison, Dick & Jane Evans, Mary Ann & Robert Ferguson, Bill & Anita PerezFerry, Betty & Steve Garciacelay, ClaudeGartrell, David & Susan Genis, Paul & Mary Goodman, Dane & Marie Schoeff Goodner, Laurie & Doug

* If you have any corrections to your name, please contact the office.

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PFLAG MEETING Monday, December 14,7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: Orfalea Downtown Center, 1221 Chapala St.We will watch excerpts from the beautiful documentary, “Anyone and Everyone” Connected by having a son or daughter who is gay, parents across the country from all walks of life, discuss their experiences and responses, their struggles and learning. There will be time for questions, answers and support. Contact: Georgia Noble, (805) 560-8621 Email: pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com. Website: community.pflag.org/santabarbara

communityprayers

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, Jean S., Emily M, Bill & Delane Krumm.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, Jennings children, John Carpenter, Christine Langen-feld, Miguel Mendez, Dorothy P, Christoper Dawson, Russell Cunningham, Marjory Smith.For the departed: Gwendolyn Strong, Michel Reid, Mary Liz, John Symonds, Pedro Serantes, Jim Belden, Lucile Beasley, Sue Harris Person, Marjorie Carey, Lloyd Albright, Bernadine “Bernie” Genis.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.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thursday, December 10, 6:30 p.m. Faulkner Gallery of Santa Barbara Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Trinity is delighted to participate in this free, family-friendly, inter-faith celebration of the season, sponsored by Just Communities and the Anti-Defamation League. Learn about the diversity of sacred traditions in our community, with crafts and treats and presentations. If you’d like to help with Trinity’s presentation, treats and crafts, contact Carren Sheldon, csheldon@trinitysb.org

OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN MINISTRYTransition HouseProvides food, shelter and services to families who have lost their homes. A team of Trinity volunteers serves dinner to residents once a month. Contact: Michael Arnold 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 682–7904

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

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TODAY’S MUSIC 8:00 a.m. ServicePRELUDENun komm’ der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)COMMUNIONImprovisationPOSTLUDECreator alme siderumJean Titelouze (1562/3-1633)

10:00 a.m. Service PRELUDENun komm’ der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)OFFERTORY ANTHEM O Savior, rend the heavens wide Hugo DistlerCOMMUNION ANTHEMO Sacrum Convivium, Robert W. Parker COMMUNIONImprovisationPOSTLUDEPraeludium in G Major, Nikolaus Bruhns (1665-1697)

COMMUNION ANTHEM TEXT:Sung in Latin. English Translation: O sacred banquet! in which Christ is received, the memory of his Passion is renewed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory to us is given. Amen. (Saint Thomas Aquinas, 1225-1274)

PSALM 25:1-10

REFRAINTo you, O LORD, I lift up my soul;my God, I put my trust in you; let me not be humiliated, nor let my enemies triumph over me.Let none who look to you be put to shame; let the treacherous be disappointed in their schemes.REFRAINShow me your ways, O LORD, and teach me your paths.Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; in you have I trusted all the day long.REFRAINRemember, O LORD, your compassion and love, for they are from everlasting.Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; remember me according to your love and for the sake of your goodness, O LORD.REFRAINGracious and upright are you, O LORD; therefore you teach sinners in your way.You guide the humble in doing right and teach your way to the lowly.All your paths, O LORD, are love and faithfulness to those who keep your covenant and your testimonies.REFRAIN

OFFERTORY ANTHEM TEXT:Sung in English Translation from the German:O Savior, rend the heavens wide!Come down with mighty stride; unlock the gates, the doors break down;unbar the way to heaven’s crown.(Friedrich von Spee, 1591-1635)

BLESSING OF THE GIVING TREEAfter our prayer of thanksgiving, the presider and acolytes will process to the Giving Tree at the back of the church for the blessing of the Giving Tree. For this blessing, you are invited to turn toward the back of the church.

Presider: Lord, you have given us holy hands:People: Bless the work you call us to do.Presider: Lord, you have given us holy gifts:People: Bless us to teach and heal, release and restore.Presider: Lord, you have placed us on holy ground:People: Through this Giving Tree, may your love be present to the others as it becomes present to us in the birth of our Savior. Amen.

ATTENTION TRINITY MEN Re-charge from the holidays at a mini-retreat, January 23 at Trinity, 8:30 a.m. to Noon.We will use excerpts from the DVD, “Jesus and Buddah, Paths to awakening, finding the four noble truths in the heart of the Gospel.”Our on-film guide will be James Finley who was a Trappist Monk for six years at the Abby on Gethsemane in Kentucky, where he studied under the guidance of Thomas Merton.RSVP at markb1351@gmail.com, or sign up at the Welcome Table. Join us for fun, fellowship and food for thought.

FROM THE VESTRYThanks to everyone who joined in the celebration of the Portfolio Committee and its work last Sunday! Completion of the Portfolio is a major milestone in our transition process! Please watch for a Transition Update from the Vestry in your e-mail inbox and on our website which has arrived or should arrive soon. Hard copies of the update are available at the Resource Table. As always, questions about our transition process can be directed to any vestry member. Thank you for your participation in our Portfolio process and your continued prayers. -Your vestry