Adult Christian Formation Programs
Palm Sunday Drummers—You Can Drum!
You are invited to join a group of drummers who will lead Holy Trinity’s Palm Sunday outdoor procession. David Sharma, noted New York City drummer whose talents include playing Indian drums, will rehearse with any interested drummer on Sunday afternoons March 7 and 14, beginning at 12:30 P.M. Everyone is welcome. Each rehearsal will not last more than an hour.
Lent and Easter Practices
Until mid-March, Holy Trinity will continue to explore Lent, Holy Week and Easter practices, customs and liturgies on both Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. and Wednesday evenings at 7:30 P.M. Come with your questions! So far, participants have learned why Lent lasts 40 days and why Western and Eastern Christianity often celebrate Easter on different days. (In 2010, though, both Easters fall on the same day. Can you say why?)
Baptism in an Interfaith Setting
Then, for the conclusion of Lent, the learning will shift to a reading and discussion of a paper written by the Rev. Michael A. Phillips about baptisms in a multireligious context. He wrote the essay at the request of Bp. Mark Sisk to share with the Liturgical Commission of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. The paper, a reflection piece on a baptism at Holy Trinity last December, raises important issues for the Christian community as we seek to live faithfully into a world that has changed, is changing, and will continue to change.
On Sunday mornings, March 14 and 21, participants will read and discuss the paper, and the process will be repeated on Wednesdays evenings, March 17 and 24. If time allows, the group will also look at the Easter Vigil, when the earliest Christians welcomed new members to the faith community through baptism and which is still a traditional time for baptisms.
Returning Prodigals: A Lenten Quiet Day
Saturday, March 20, 9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Do you have trouble forgiving? Being forgiven?
A Quiet Day is time set aside for you to deepen your relationship with God. Led by the Rev. K. Jeanne Person, this Quiet Day will focus on themes of repentance and God's forgiveness. The Quiet Day will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions and will include bible study on the story of Prodigal Son in Luke 15, meditations and personal prayer. During the free time, you may pray, read, journal, create art, or simply rest in God’s presence. You are welcome to come for either session, or both. At the noon hour, all shall enjoy a simple vegetarian lunch. To help with planning, please register for the Quiet Day by emailing Jeanne.
Tuesday Night Yoga
You are invited to a lively, non-competitive yoga class from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesdays, on the second floor of St. Christopher’s House. Yoga can help you build strength, gain flexibility and cultivate peace of mind. A formally-trained teacher will guide you through Sun Salutations, standing poses, forward bends, twists, relaxation and more. If you’re new to yoga, here’s your chance to give it a try. If you already have a yoga practice, come share and expand it. Classes are appropriate for all levels. So grab your mat and come over! $15 per class. If you’ve been laid off, class is free, so you, too, can experience the benefits of yoga. Questions? Call Liz at 212-517-5425 or email her.
Tuesday Night Paint Your Story Class
Parishioner Judith Gwyn Brown's paintings and drawings are in the permanent collections of The Metropolitan Museum, The Boston Public Library, and The Morgan Library and in the private collections of Julie Andrews and Mary Higgins Clark. You are welcome to attend Judith's class at Holy Trinity on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 P.M., whether you are a beginning or experienced artist. With questions, please call Judith, 212-288-1599. Bring a pencil and a piece of paper!