As we enter into August, our Gospel tells the story of the feeding of the 5000. While the disciples saw no solution to the hungry throng of people, seemingly thinking it wasn’t their responsibility (‘send the crowds away’); Jesus showed that through faith and…
As Episcopalians, we speak often about the ministry of all the baptized. Those words can become so familiar that we stop hearing their invitation. In the Baptismal Covenant, found on pages 304-305 of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP), we commit ourselves, with God’s…
The Crowned with Grace chapter of the Order of the Daughters of the King recently joined Outreach Ministries, led by Terri Curran, to serve dinner at Sheffield Place, a local shelter supporting women and children transitioning out of homelessness. We prepared salads, made desserts,…
One of my favorite poems is “Sometimes” by Mary Oliver. In the fourth point, she writes: “Pay attention.Be astonished.Tell about it.” These simple words beautifully capture something of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. First, we are called to pay…
Dear Friends – You will recall my last message dealt with Harry Truman’s proclamation declaring Memorial Day as a national day of prayer to supplicate God’s guidance in search of a lasting peace. One thing I did not know is that President Truman’s successor,…
The Organ at Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral One of the many wonderful assets that draw people to Grace and Holy Trinity is the music: the voices of the Trinity Choir and the powerful notes of the Kney Organ enhance worship and the many…
Thank you to our Cathedral musicians for another wonderful season of musical offerings! Both the Trinity Choir and the Trinity Handbell Ensemble are on a summer hiatus. Our primary music season runs from August through Trinity Sunday each year. During the summer months, our…
Hello friends!Last week, I joined roughly 280 campers and staff from the Dioceses of West Missouri, Kansas, and Western Kansas for Episcopal Summer Mega Camp, where I served as the Junior High Program Director.In that role, I had the privilege of teaching and guiding…
The Lay Ministry of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral strives to contribute, sustain and support our mission to, “serve Christ in all people, loving our neighbors as ourselves while striving for justice, peace and respect for every human being. Our worship, prayer and formation…
Update on the Memorial Garden Upgrade and Expansion for Lasting Remembrance The Memorial Garden is getting a new, and durable, look this summer. Our current limestone memorials are weathering and approaching their capacity for engraving. To continue honoring all who are part of our…
This Sunday, we mark Trinity Sunday. Trinity Sunday is the only principal feast of the Church that commemorates a reality and doctrine rather than a person or event. Falling on the Sunday after Pentecost, we celebrate the Holy and Undivided Trinity as the final…
Dear Friends – A busy long weekend is ahead! We celebrate the Feast of Pentecost on Sunday, followed by the annual Parish Picnic. The Cathedral will provide the traditional grilled burgers, hot dogs and vegan options; please bring a side dish or dessert to…
I am looking forward to my sabbatical leave which begins today. It will be a time of rest, refreshment, and reflection for me, allowing me to return renewed and ready to continue serving all of you and the community as your dean. I will…
Almighty God, whose blessed Son our Savior Jesus Christ ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things: Mercifully give us faith to perceive that, according to his promise, he abides with his Church on earth, even to the end of the…
I’m looking forward to Youth Sunday at our 10:30 a.m. service this week. We will celebrate all the young people at our Cathedral and, especially, all those who will be graduating from any school this year. Thank you to Clare and to all who…
