Adult Spiritual Formation Opportunities at Trinity Cathedral

The Shalom Group (20s/30s Fellowship) -- young adults 18 and up welcome
This group meets regularly with a focus on three primary areas in deepening our faith, serving others, and enjoying fellowship: Spiritual, Service, Social. Please join us on Sunday mornings at 10:15 am in Classroom A for discussion, and at First Sunday Brunch at Cafe Bernardo immediately following the 11:15 am service the first Sunday of every month. The name of the group was inspired by Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, who said at her investiture sermon: "We all ache for a community that will take us in, with all our warts and quirks...and yet they still celebrate when they see us coming! ...Shalom means that all human beings live together as siblings, at peace with one another and with God, and in right relationship with all of the rest of creation..... To say 'shalom' is to know our own place and to invite and affirm the place of all of the rest of creation, once more at home in God." Please contact trinityshalomgroup@yahoo.com for more information.

30-40's Group - We are a group to support those who are in their 30's and 40's who are married, partnered, single, and/or parents with kids. We support one another through weekly faith discussions using books studies, Bible studies, video series and social fellowship. This group meets in the Conference Room. Amy Dierlam, Rachael Bridges, and Lisa Gardiner contact persons. Schedule

Men's Group - The newly formed men's group meets quarterly. Kevin Sanders, contact person.

GLBT Integrity Group - Trinity Cathedral is host to a Northern California chapter of Integrity, a nonprofit organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Episcopalians and straight friends. Integrity is a grassroots movement working towards full inclusion of GLBT persons in the Episcopal Church and full access to its rites. Activities include worship, fellowship, education and communication. Meetings will be held on the first Sunday of the month at 1:00 pm beginning Jan 2007. Meetings conclude with a potluck supper. Integrity meets in Classroom C. Steve Skiffington and Karl Greene, contact persons.

Labyrinth - The Labyrinth is a form of contemplative prayer. The Labyrinth is a replica of the one laid in the floor of the Chartres Cathedral in 1220. A Labyrinth is not a maze; there are no tricks, only one path in and out. Walking the Labyrinth calms the mind and brings the body into a place of oneness as one seeks to discover a path to the One who made and loves us. The Labyrinth is available in the Great Hall on the third Friday of each month from 6pm - 9pm. Libby Kovacs, contact person.

Confirmation Classes for Youth (ages 15+) and Adults - There are two Confirmation class cycles. The first cycle is for Adults on Thursday nights from Advent through Easter. Canon Kathleen Kelly, contact person. The second is for Youth and Adults from January through June. The Youth meet from 2-4pm and the Adults meet from 4-6pm on Sunday afternoons. Canon Lynell Walker, contact person.

Education for Ministry - Education for ministry is a four-year program through the University of the South (Sewanee). Each year begins in Sept. and concludes in May. The program covers, the Old and New Testaments, church history, and systematic theology. DFM is an intensive experience requiring an open mind, discerning heart, and a commitment to study and group life. The purpose of EFM is to equip us for ministry. Tuition is $340.00 per year. Canon Lynell Walker, contact person.

Thursday Lunch Bunch - This group is a book study group that meets weekly in the Conference Room. Participants are invited to bring a sack lunch and share in the discussion of a particular text. Authors have included Nouwen, C.S. Lewis, Gallagher, Pagels, Chittister, and Norris. We meet for one hour from 12-1pm. Canon Lynell Walker, contact person.

Daughters of the King - This is a national organization of women in the Episcopal Church who are dedicated to a life of prayer and service. The object of this Order shall be the extension of Christ's Kingdom through Prayer, Service, and Evangelism. The local chapter meets in the Conference Room on the fourth Saturday of each month from 11 - 1pm. Brenda Lee, contact person.

Order of St. Luke the Physician (OSL) - The Order of St. Luke is an international organization of lay and clergy who are committed to encouraging the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Elba White, contact person.

Cursillo, Vocare, Search - Spiritual life retreats for Adults, College, and High School ages. Canon Lynell Walker, contact person.

Walking Group - This group is organized to enjoy the mix of social interaction and physical exercise. Walks are planned to accommodate a broad range of endurance. George Johnston, contact person.

Thursday Night at the Cathedral (TNAC) - Thursday Night at the Cathedral begins with Holy Eucharist at 5:45 in the Cathedral (or Sung Evensong on the second Thursday of each month). Dinner follows in the Great Hall at 6pm for a $7.00 donation. Classes begin at 7pm and are held throughout the Parish Hall building. Classes are geared to meet the spiritual lives of the Newcomer to that of a "seasoned" saint! Classes include opportunities to prepare for baptism, to study the Christian faith, to explore Anglican spirituality, prayer and yoga, church history, creative writing, book studies, film, social justice issues, outreach, and to explore other avenues of ministry. The class topics change by term. Current offerings. Classes are free unless specified. Canon Lynell Walker, contact person.

Associates of the Transfiguration - The Associates of the Transfiguration are clergy and lay people who support the work of the Community of the Transfiguration and follow a rule of prayer and study. The Community of the Transfiguration is an Episcopal religious community of Sisters dedicated to a life of prayer and service. Trinity Cathedral provides the Associates in this area of the diocese an opportunity to meet six times a year for a celebration of the Holy Eucharist and a time for reflection. This takes place on the Second Saturday at 10:00 in the Cathedral. The Sister's convent is located in Eureka.