Trinity O U T LO O K accept • nourish • send Trinity Episcopal Church | Indianapolis, Indiana
Embarking on a Holy Journey Wednesdays at Trinity New Friday Healing Eucharist Music at Trinity Program (2018 - 2019) Discipleship Groups
FALL 2018
Periodical focused on the people of Trinity Episcopal Church who are called to live into their mission to accept, nourish, and send all as disciples into the world.
Facebook: TrinityChurchIndy Facebook: MusicTrinityChurchIndy Instagram: TrinityChurchIndy Twitter: TrinityCh_Indy (317) 926-1346 | trinitychurchindy.org Editor Tracey E. Lemon, Director of Communications tlemon@trinitychurchindy.org Clergy The Rev'd Julia E. Whitworth, Rector jwhitworth@trinitychurchindy.org The Rev'd Dr. Benjamin Anthony, Associate Rector and St. Richard's Chaplain, banthony@trinitychurchindy.org Staff Monica Beniste, Administrative Assistant Rita Earls, Housekeeping Dirk Edwards, Director of Facilities Faith Hennings, Finance Assistant
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Rector's Message: Embarking on a Holy Journey
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Be Nourished: Wednesdays at Trinity
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Discipleship Groups
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Music at Trinity (2018 - 2019 Season)
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Staff News
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Pastoral Care: New Healing Service
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Upcoming at Trinity & in the Community
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Jennifer Fisher, Seminarian Intern for Outreach Chris Johnson, Maintenance Assistant Lucas Fletcher, Assistant Organist Albie Marco, Director of Finance and Administration Dr. Michael Messina, Director of Music Missy Roetter, Youth & Parish Life Coordinator Office hours Monday - Friday: 9AM - 4PM
Wednesday Evenings at Trinity
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BREAK BREAD FEED YOUR MIND & SOUL 5:30 PM - Short Eucharist 6:15 PM - Community Supper 7:00-8:00 PM - Adult Learning
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Come & See We want to know you better. What enlivens you. What gives you pause. What you wish for and how you strive for those things that make your heart sing. We assume that you hunger for something. Maybe not every moment of the day, but enough times that you find yourself seeking for something more, different, out-of-the-ordinary. Are you exploring your faith? Curious about the Episcopal Church? Wondering how to deepen your sense of spirituality? Intrigued by the phrase, "the Episcopal Branch of the Jesus Movement?" Looking for a place to be engaged spiritually, socially, intellectually? You are invited to come and see at Trinity. ~ Tracey E. Lemon, Editor
YOU ARE INVITED
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RECTOR'S MESSAGE Embarking on a Holy Journey Beloveds of God! Welcome back to the program year at Trinity Episcopal Church. I hope you are rested and ready, because we are embarking on a holy journey together this fall. In July, our Presiding Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, invited all Episcopalians to engage in “The Way of Love: Practices for a Jesus-Centered Life.” These practices are a capacious vision of the communal and individual disciplines that make up our common life as Episcopalians.
It’s been an exciting and busy summer. The Episcopal Church convened its triennial General Convention in Austin, TX. The Implementation Team of Trinity Haven, our home for LGBTQ youth, has shown perseverance and vision building a new and needed ministry. Our Trinity staff has undergone considerable change. Your Vestry and Endowment Trustees, Stewardship Team and Properties committees continue to engage as visionary stewards of Trinity’s material abundance.
The Presiding Bishop’s Rule of Life incorporates many practices in which we already participate, at Trinity and on our own. They are a pattern that invite us to: Turn: Pause, listen, and choose to follow Jesus Learn: Reflect on Scripture regularly, especially on Jesus and his teaching Pray: Dwell intentionally with God daily Worship: Gather in community to thank, praise, and dwell with God Bless: Share faith and unselfishly give and serve Go: Cross boundaries, listen deeply and live like Jesus Rest: Receive the gift of God’s grace, peace, and restoration This Fall we are rolling out and renewing some Trinity programs that might help you to follow this Way of life. Whether through a Discipleship Group or a Wednesday Adult Learning Group, regular communal practices of contemplation and study will propel you to Turn, Learn, and Pray together and on your own. New Wednesday and Friday Eucharists will be additional opportunities for regular corporate Worship during your week.
A Christ-centered community following common disciplines is the core of life together as a Church. Through our practices together we can build new relationships and enliven longstanding ones. As we embark on our 100th year together doing ministry on this corner, I invite you to journey together in the Way of Love, at Trinity and in all parts of your life.
Outreach opportunities abound at Trinity including our Trinity Sunday Dinner, Mid-North Food Pantry, and other campus and partner ministries where we might bless others and be blessed in the process. We will continue to Go out in the world, in service and evangelism to tell and hear stories of Good News.
With blessings and great Love,
And we will seek to Rest together and relish one another, in fellowship events, new community suppers, on retreats and pilgrimages, so we can be recharged and nourished to continue our journey in Christ.
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The Rev’d Julia E. Whitworth, Rector
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BREAK BREAD FEED YOUR MIND & SOUL Wednesdays at Trinity starting September 12 5:30 PM - Short Eucharist
Wednesday Evenings at Trinity
6:15 PM - Community Supper $7/ Individual $15/Family 7:00-8:00 PM - Adult Learning
Join us in any way that fits your schedule. Drop in for community supper, or stay for the whole evening. Need child-care? Want to lead a group? Let us know: communications@trinitychurchindy.org
Current Adult Learning Offerings include Spirituality of Discipleship with Father Ben | begins on September 12 Over the course of the Fall, participants will read short works about what it means to follow Christ and live as faithful disciples. Our conversations will be guided by writings from contemporary authors such as Rowan Williams, Barbara Brown Taylor, Richard Rohr, and Sarah Coakley. Through readings and discussion we will discern where we are called at this stage of our lives. Holy Land Pilgrimage Study Group | planning session on September 12 As part of our 100th year celebration, Trinity is hosting a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. In preparation for the trip, adult learners will choose book(s) for discussion. Book ideas include: The Lemon Tree, by Sandy Tolan; Jerusalem, One City, Three Faiths, by Karen Armstrong; and The Last Week by John Dominic Crossan and Marcus Borg. This group is open to anyone interested; you don't have to be signed up for the pilgrimage. Race & Reconciliation Study Group: The Cross and the Lynching Tree, by James H. Cone | begins September 19 Led by leaders of the Race & Reconciliation Team at Trinity, we'll read and discuss James H. Cone's book chapter by chapter, and explore contemporary meditations (song, visual art, poetry, etc.) responding to the"lethal oppression experienced by African Americans that has been formative for both the faith and civic posture of the black community for a very long time." (Stephen G. Ray Jr., The Cross and the Lynching Tree, The Christian Century, January 30, 2012 ) Call the office to inquire about buying the book. Back to the Basics Classes with Mother Julia | begins in October A series of 6-week classes to introduce and re-introduce you to our faith life as christians, and how community life in church feeds our inner call for more spirituality in a demanding world . Topics include: how to read the bible, Anglicanism and the Episcopal Church, life at Trinity, and more.
Discipleship Groups at Trinity In October 2017, Father Ben introduced the idea of Discipleship Groups to Trinity Adult Learners. Patterned after the Discipleship Group model created by the Restoration Project (www.therestorationproject.net), Trinity Discipleship Groups started forming in January 2018 and are grounded in intentional practices of liturgy, prayer, and fellowship. Since then, multiple small groups have evolved and continue to meet. The frequency and structure of each group is defined by the individuals within each group. Examples include groups that meet
in homes for a shared meal; hybrid Discipleship Group and Book Group; and a group discerning if it will divide into two new groups to accommodate a better small group experience. The learning so far: Discipleship Groups are life-giving intentional groups that generate a loving community of parishioners caring for the spiritual and personal growth of each member. Interested in being part of a Discipleship Group? Contact Father Ben: banthony@trinitychurchindy.org [in the heart of Indianapolis] 5
Music at Trinity (Fall/Winter/Spring: 2018-2019)
Experience the wonder and mystery of the ancient Choral Evensong. As the Trinity Choir prepares for its 2019 pilgrimage to England and France, we offer several services of Choral Evensong. Evensong follows the traditional pattern in The Book of Common Prayer since 1549 and consists of psalms, canticles, and anthems for the evening. The structure of Evensong has three basic components: preparation, lessons, and prayer. The service invites respite and inspiration for our busy modern lives. To learn more, attend the Adult Forum with Michael Messina on Sunday, September 16 - see page 9.
2018 September 16 Sunday at 5PM Choral Evensong This most quintessentially Anglican service consists of prayers, psalms, and canticles for the end of the day, sung mostly by the choir. Music of Herbert Brewer, Leo Sowerby, and Richard Webster. September 30 Sunday at 5PM City-Wide Taizé Service at North United Methodist Church (3808 N Meridian) Chant, silence, candlelight...observing the UN International Day of Peace October 21 Sunday at 4PM Indianapolis Choir Festival Choral Evensong at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (6050 N Meridian) We welcome as our Guest Conductor Martin Neary, LVO, who served as Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey from 1988-1998. Music of Herbert Howells, William Byrd, John Tavener, C. Hubert H. Parry, Herbert Murrill, and Martin Neary. October 26 Friday at 7:30PM Meridian Song Project | Lenny at 100 From the familiar West Side Story and On the Town to the rarely heard 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Steven Stolen and Gary Walters offer Bernstein traditional and re-imagined.
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November 4 Sunday at 5PM Choral Evensong for All Saints Sunday We celebrate the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls with the service of Choral Evensong, offered in remembrance of all loved ones who have gone before us in the faith. Music of Grayston Ives, Kenneth Leighton, and Arvo Pärt. November 30 Friday at 7PM Yuletide Madrigal Dinner Come ye, come ye to the Madrigal Feast! Indiana’s oldest Madrigal dinner returns for one night with limited seating. Revelry, feasting, merry-making, and sparkling music await you. To order tickets ($40), call (317) 926-1346. December 16 Sunday at 5PM A Festival of Advent Lessons and Music Trinity Choir and Choristers sing this service including readings, anthems, and hymns in anticipation of Christmas.
Music at Trinity is diverse, creative, and widely recognized for its excellence. Special musical events at Trinity include services of Choral Evensong, organ recitals, choir concerts, and guest performances. Christmas is a particularly joyful time for music. Trinity celebrates the season with a festive Madrigal Dinner and a service of Lessons and Carols. Both of these Advent and Christmastide services reach beyond the parish and draw many from the city into our sacred space. For more info about Music at Trinity, contact Dr. Michael Messina: mmessina@trinitychurchindy.org
Choir Pilgrimage (Cambridgeshire, England & Paris, France): July 3-15, 2019 The Choir and Choristers will serve as choir-in-residence for a week at Ely Cathedral in Cambridgeshire, England. Prior to this, they will sing the Saturday evening vigil Mass at the cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris and the Sunday morning Eucharist at the American Cathedral in Paris! This pilgrimage is a tremendous privilege for the Trinity choir and choristers, and a marvelous opportunity for its members to connect with our Anglican theological, architectural, and musical heritage. While they are in residence, singers will rehearse and lead worship for about 4 hours each day.
2019 February 9 Saturday at 6:30PM Choir Cabaret Come to a soirée filled with good food and entertainment provided by members of the choir. Proceeds benefit Trinity Choir and Music at Trinity. Admission: $60 donation, or a table of 10 for $500; to order tickets, call 926-1346. February 17 Sunday at 5PM Meridian Song Project | Retro: Mancini and Bacharach You don't have to be a child of the 60s and 70s to love the songs of two popular song composers. Steven Stolen and Gary Walters take a trip back with timeless tunes from some of America's most troubled times. March 17 Sunday at 5PM Choral Evensong This most quintessentially Anglican service consists of prayers, psalms, and canticles for the end of the day, sung mostly by the choir. Music of Thomas Attwood Walmisley and John Rutter.
April 14 Sunday at 5PM Arvo Pärt, Passio for choir, soloists, and chamber ensemble This setting of the Passion according to St John is the apotheosis of Pärt’s tintinnabuli compositional style and is one of his most popular works. The piece is solemn and austere, yet colorful and hypnotizing— perfect for our entry into Holy Week. May 4 Saturday at 1PM Centennial Celebration Eucharist Featuring a commissioned work for choir and organ by Robert Sirota. May 19 Sunday at 5PM Choral Evensong for The Fifth Sunday of Easter We end our centennial season with Choral Evensong for Cantate Sunday and hearts uplifted in Easter joy! Music of Ēriks Ešenvalds, Kenneth Jennings, and Martin Neary. May 24 Friday at 7:30PM Meridian Song Project | Just Gershwin Steven Stolen offers up songs by George and some lyrics by Ira that may surprise but are sure to delight! Join Steven for his now traditional "Friday before the Race" concert fun!
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Staff News Jennifer Fisher, Seminarian Intern for Outreach Faith Hennings, Finance Assistant
"I met Mother Julia in January when she presented at Christian Theological Seminary. She talked about Trinity Haven and the thriving outreach ministry at Trinity, and we connected over our recent moves from New York City. My family and I are excited to get to know the Trinity community, to learn from an established church doing incredible work in their neighborhood, and to contribute to your mission through our gifts for service and hospitality. I really feel so grateful that God led me to Mother Julia and the good people I've already met at Trinity. I look forward to meeting and serving alongside all of you in the year ahead!" - Reverend Jennifer Fisher
Reverend Jennifer Fisher
Jennifer Fisher joined Trinity as the Seminarian for Outreach in early September. She'll be spending 15 hours a week working with clergy, staff, and lay leaders on service projects and outreach initiatives. Jennifer is the former Associate Pastor of Forefront Church in Brooklyn New York. She co-founded that community in 2011/2012 first as a volunteer, then a part-time staff member, and was ordained as Associate Pastor in 2014. In 2017 Jen, her husband, and 8-month old son, made the difficult decision to relocate to Indianapolis, Indiana, where she is now earning her Master of Divinity at Christian Theological Seminary with certificates in Yoga & Spirituality and Marriage and Family Studies. She received a full scholarship and stipend to pursue her education thanks to the Lilly Endowment and The Discipleship Project. While in school fulltime, she continues to serve as a Co-Director of Launch, a progressive church-planting organization and as the Events Coordinator for the With Collective, where she's planning the fall national conference this November featuring Nadia Bolz-Weber, Brian McLaren, and more. She has an extensive professional background in producing, event management, and non-profit leadership in NYC and around the country. An artist at heart, she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Performance from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a certificate in Shakespeare studies from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Jennifer is a native of Shorewood, IL and was baptized and confirmed in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
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Faith Hennings
Faith Hennings joined the staff in early August and is responsible for carrying out the financial policies and procedures of Trinity Episcopal Church. This includes matters related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipts and disbursements, payroll, fund accounting, investments reporting, bank and investments reconciliations, credit card expenses, and expense accounts monitoring and reconciliations. She also oversees reporting of shared facilities expenses of Trinity Episcopal Church and St. Richard’s Episcopal School. Prior to joining Trinity, Faith worked in similar positions at Rescare in Indianapolis and Mt. Sinai Hospital in Chicago. Originally from Chicago, Faith is a proud mother of five amazing children and an avid reader. "Since I have started working here it has been an amazing experience, working with such a welcoming group of people who have embraced me like family." - Faith Hennings
Pastoral Care at Trinity The ministry of caring is at the heart of the church's life. It may include hospital visitation, counseling, and ministries of shared presence, listening, and support. Contact the church to speak with a clergy member when you want to discuss spiritual or theological matters; when you have reason to celebrate; or need spiritual comfort. And please know, the clergy at Trinity expect to be called to the side of our parishioners during times of crisis, sudden illness, or death. They will offer prayers, be a spiritual support, and, if need be, offer last rites and prayers for the dying.
Friday Healing Eucharist | 12:15 - 12:45PM | beginning September 21 With the new program year, Trinity will offer a weekly Healing Eucharist beginning Friday, September 21. This contemplative service will offer readings from scripture, a short meditation, silence, and prayers for those parishioners on our prayer list and anyone on your heart. Anointing with oil will be offered as well. This healing service will take place in the Church Chancel. All are welcome to participate.
Prayers of the People Prayers for our family and friends are updated each week. Names are taken off the list as the requested need and time for prayer has passed. We keep a list of prayer requests in the church office; this list includes the prayer recipient, the person who placed the request, and the date the prayers began. Prayer requests will stay on the list for one month unless otherwise requested. The Trinity Prayer List is included in every Sunday leaflet. Most recent additions are spoken aloud during our services. We encourage parishioners to take the list home and include them in their personal prayers. As always, please offer your own prayers aloud during the Prayers of the People when invited to do so.
If you would like to add a person to the prayer list, contact the office via email pastoralcare@trinitychurchindy.org or by calling (317)Â 926-1346. Pastoral Visits The Rev'd Dr. Benjamin Anthony is the Associate Rector for Pastoral Care. He coordinates responses to the care needs of our community and oversees the Trinity Lay Eucharistic Visitors, a team of lay leaders authorized to administer the consecrated elements at a Celebration of Holy Eucharist to the home-bound. In the case of a pastoral emergency, please call the Trinity Pastoral Phone to reach the priest on call: (317) 332-6386.
In addition, we will prayer for those on the list during our new Friday Healing Eucharist - all are welcome to join this short contemplative service.
Fall Senior Luncheon | Tuesday, October 16 Held in the spring and fall, the Senior Luncheons bring together long-time and elderly members of the parish to renew and strengthen their bonds of friendship and connection. 11:15 AM - Meet in the church for a short Eucharist. 12:00 PM - Move to the Fortune Room for a shared meal. Contact the church to RSVP and/or if you need a ride: (317) 926-1346.
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Announcements | Week of October 2, 2016
UPCOMING Trinity Episcopal Church
Welcome. We’re delighted you’re Worshiping With us today.
Our Anglican tradition values art, music, liturgy, poetry, and prayer. We strive to welcome all who enter our doors. We celebrate our life together as we accept, nourish, and send all to do God’s work. Please feel free to join us in the way that fits you, where you are now, and however you are seeking to be in deeper connection with God and others.
Blessing of Animals R I N I T Y E P I S C O PA L C H U R C H
Feast of St. Francis S u n d ay, O c tober 7 , 2 0 1 8 b r i ng yo ur p e t s t o ch u r ch 10:00 a.m. service pet blessings | outdoor coffee hour
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The Rev. Winnie Varghese will be our guest preacher and Adult Forum speaker on Sunday, October 21 to Kick off Trinity's annual Stewardship Appeal. Varghese is a Priest and Director of Justice and Reconciliation at Trinity Wall Street, New York. She oversees the domestics grants program; direct service and outreach from Trinity Church; and programming in areas of service and justice for Trinity Church. As well she is a blogger for the Huffington Post; author of Church Meets World; editor of What We Shall Become; and author of numerous articles and chapters on social justice and the church.
Annual High School Information Night for Students and Parents Hosted by St. Richard’s Episcopal School Wednesday, September 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Trinity parishioners are invited to take advantage of this opportunity. This is an excellent time for your family to learn about public, private, and boarding high school options all in one place! Questions? Email awilliams@sresdragons.org.
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B I S H O P J E N N I F E R V I S I TAT I O N SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 | 8AM & 10AM Service Coffee Hour with the Bishop following the 8AM service. Q&A with the Bishop and lunch following the 10AM service. This is a special day in the life of the church, which includes a Rite of Reception for all those interested in being received into the Episcopal Church. To be received means you have been baptized in another denomination, and you want to be received by the bishop into the Episcopal Church. For more information about the Rite of Reception, contact the church to be put in touch with a clergy member: (317) 926-1346.
CITY-WIDE TAIZÉ SERVICE | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 AT 5PM North United Methodist Church, 3808 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208.
Taizé worship involves sung and chanted prayers, meditation, periods of silence, liturgical readings, and icons as practiced at Taizé, a monastic community located in France and founded in the 1940s. Internationally recognized, the community and its worship have an ecumenical focus on being a sign of reconciliation between separated peoples. This service is in recognition of International Day of Peace (United Nations). Church Sponsors: Central Christian Church, North United Methodist Church, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, and Trinity Episcopal Church.
HOLY LAND BIBLE STUDY | begins SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 AT 9AM In preparation for the Trinity Holy Land Pilgrimage (see information below), leaders will offer a monthly Bible Study focused on biblical passages about the places that will be visited during the pilgrimage. All are welcome to attend, you don't have to be registered for the trip. The dates are: September 30; October 28; November 18; December 16; and January 13. The group meets from 9 - 9:50AM in between the Sunday services.
MARTIN NEARY, LVO, GUEST MUSICIAN | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Martin Neary was Organist and Director of Music at Winchester Cathedral from 1972 to 1988, and Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey from 1988 to 1998. Since his time at Westminster, Neary makes frequent concert appearances as a freelance artist. He is most remembered by segments of the public for his work in selecting and directing the music at the 1997 funeral of Princess Diana. After spending the morning with us at Trinity, Neary will guest conduct the Indianapolis Choir Festival at St. Paul's at 4:00 p.m. The festival features choristers from Christ Church Cathedral, St. Paul's, and Trinity.
HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE: FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 4, 2019 Be part of a transformative journey of pilgrimage to biblical sites in Israel-Palestine. As part of our Centennial celebration, Trinity invites you to a parish pilgrimage to the Holy Land. We have secured the services of Qumri Pilgrimages Ltd to lead us on an intimate spiritual journey. We will walk through the land where Jesus was born, lived, died, and was resurrected. This pilgrimage combines visits to the traditional Holy Land religious sites with opportunities to connect with local Christians through worship in their churches, visits with children enrolled in Christian Schools, and even breaking bread together for a meal in their homes. Contact the office to register. $500 reserves a spot.
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3243 N Meridian Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46208-4677 T: (317) 926-1346 F: (317) 921-3364 Our Mission As a worshiping community of diverse Christians, we accept, nourish, and send all to do God’s work. Our Vision To build and enhance connections with God, with one another, and with communities around and beyond us; to be an urban center of Christian ministry sought after by anyone on a quest for a deepened relationship with God.
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SAVE THE DATES: FRIDAY, MAY 3 AND SATURDAY, MAY 4 2019 Friday, May 3: Centennial Gala We will celebrate Trinity's 100th year with a grand gala. Plans are underway to honor 100 years of nourishing our faith and serving others at 33rd & Meridian. Stay tuned and mark your calendar. Saturday, May 4: Centennial Liturgy & Reception We will come together to worship and give thanks with a Centennial service, followed by a festive reception. We expect to be joined by many who will return to celebrate with us.
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