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Uncommon Warmth. Intellectual Curiosity.
Holy Compassion. Deep Beauty.

We are a progressive & affirming urban Episcopal congregation in downtown Portland aspiring to radical hospitality: this altar is open to everyone, and our cathedral doors swing wide to embrace people of many faiths and no faith at all.

 

Whoever you are and whatever you believe, you are welcome here!

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What's happening at Trinity?

  • Weds Dinner: Individual Meal Registration (St. Francis Term)
    Weds Dinner: Individual Meal Registration (St. Francis Term)
    Multiple Dates
    Weds Dinner: Individual Meal Registration (St. Francis Term)
    Wed, Oct 16
    Oct 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Oct 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Share a meal with fellow Trinitarians every Wednesday at 6:00 pm! Whether or not you're taking an evening class, we invite you to gather for fun, fellowship, and a delicious meal. Vegetarian options always available!
  • Weds Class: Contemplating Christian Nationalism
    Weds Class: Contemplating Christian Nationalism
    Multiple Dates
    Weds Class: Contemplating Christian Nationalism
    Wed, Oct 16
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    In the wounded, weaponized state of US politics, the term "Christian Nationalism" is as common as it is confusing. What has brought us to this point? This class will offer opportunities to explore this question through study and discussion, as well as reflection and contemplation.
  • Weds Class: The Geography of Benedictine Practice
    Weds Class: The Geography of Benedictine Practice
    Multiple Dates
    Weds Class: The Geography of Benedictine Practice
    Wed, Oct 16
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Join Cornerstone Community leaders Steve Isaacson & Elaine Stewart Harris and explore the geography of the world as cloister through shared reflection, a bit of mapping, chant, poetry, and lectio divina.
  • Weds Class: Bible Basics
    Weds Class: Bible Basics
    Multiple Dates
    Weds Class: Bible Basics
    Wed, Oct 16
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Oct 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Join Canon for Spiritual Formation Charissa Simmons and Catechesis teacher Beth Ferguson for an introduction to the Bible and the essential stories of the People of God. (In person only)
  • Praying for the Election
    Praying for the Election
    Multiple Dates
    Praying for the Election
    Fri, Oct 18
    Oct 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Oct 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Join Margaret Evans, member of Trinity's Pastoral Care ministry, in guided prayer for the upcoming election cycle. Gather online every Friday through November 8 to pray for the election process and for the future of the nation. (Online only)
  • Communion Instruction Retreat
    Communion Instruction Retreat
    Communion Instruction Retreat
    Sat, Oct 19
    Oct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
    Oct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
    Children in first grade and above are invited to attend this Saturday retreat with their parents to explore communion. While many children are already receiving communion, this is an opportunity for education about the sacrament.
  • Mini-Retreat: Native American Drumming
    Mini-Retreat: Native American Drumming
    Mini-Retreat: Native American Drumming
    Sat, Oct 19
    Oct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Oct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Back by popular demand, join us for a morning of Native American drumming and singing as a means to connect with the spirit world. The Native American spiritual walk, like Christianity, teaches about the immanence of God in all creation. (In person only)
  • Art Exhibit: A Different View
    Art Exhibit: A Different View
    Multiple Dates
    Art Exhibit: A Different View
    Sun, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Oct 20, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Join us for "A Different View," An Exhibit of High Fiber Diet: A Special Interest Group of Columbia Fiber Arts Guild.
  • Forum: Mayoral Candidate Mingus Mapps
    Forum: Mayoral Candidate Mingus Mapps
    Forum: Mayoral Candidate Mingus Mapps
    Sun, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM PDT
    Oct 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM PDT
    Approach the election season faithfully, considering the idea of moral leadership and our civic duties as Episcopalians. This week we welcome Mayoral Candidate Mingus Mapps. (Hybrid)
  • Baptism Classes
    Baptism Classes
    Multiple Dates
    Baptism Classes
    Sun, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM
    Oct 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM
    A class for parents and godparents exploring the history, symbols, and meaning of baptism, and how families can live into the baptismal promises they make for their children.
  • LGBTQIA Friends
    LGBTQIA Friends
    Multiple Dates
    LGBTQIA Friends
    Sun, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
    Oct 20, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
    Gather with fellow queer Trinitarians every third Sunday at 11:30 for fellowship, support, conversation & fun with other members of the LGBTQIA community! Come find us after the 10 am service.
  • Art Exhibit: Opening Reception
    Art Exhibit: Opening Reception
    Art Exhibit: Opening Reception
    Sun, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PDT
    Oct 20, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PDT
    Join members of High Fiber Diet for an Opening Reception and tour of their exhibit, "A Different View," a show that was inspired by new perspectives the artists gained during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Members of High Fiber Diet will be on hand to discuss their work.
  • Virtual Labyrinth Walk
    Virtual Labyrinth Walk
    Multiple Dates
    Virtual Labyrinth Walk
    Mon, Oct 21
    Oct 21, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
    Oct 21, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
    Join the Trinity Labyrinth Guild every third Monday for a virtual labyrinth walk! Even when walked with your finger, the labyrinth is a wonderful tool to quiet the mind and find deep peace. Directions and music provided. (Zoom Only)
  • Contemplative Chanting
    Contemplative Chanting
    Multiple Dates
    Contemplative Chanting
    Tue, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT
    Oct 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT
    Join us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday for sacred chant. We will chant the Psalms as a way to connect with the Spirit in prayer. (In person only)
  • Grief Group (Virtual)
    Grief Group (Virtual)
    Multiple Dates
    Grief Group (Virtual)
    Tue, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Oct 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Come walk the journey of grief together, supported by friends across the Portland Metro area and guided by a professional grief counselor. (Zoom)
  • Grief Group (In Person)
    Grief Group (In Person)
    Multiple Dates
    Grief Group (In Person)
    Thu, Oct 24
    Oct 24, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Oct 24, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Come walk the journey of grief together, supported by friends across the Portland Metro area and guided by a professional grief counselor.
  • Fourth Saturday Meditation
    Fourth Saturday Meditation
    Multiple Dates
    Fourth Saturday Meditation
    Sat, Oct 26
    Oct 26, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Oct 26, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Join us every fourth Saturday for an all-levels meditation gathering led by the Rev’d Chris Bell. (In person only)
  • Pumpkin Party
    Pumpkin Party
    Pumpkin Party
    Sat, Oct 26
    Oct 26, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PDT
    Oct 26, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PDT
    Join us for pumpkin carving, pumpkin snacks, and a fabulous family-friendly Halloween organ concert PipeScreams! Bring your own pumpkin and come in costume!

Click here for full cathedral calendar of internal & external events & meetings. 

All events take place at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral unless otherwise noted.

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