Faith Formation
Learn & Grow
Trinity Cathedral offers a variety of educational opportunities rooted in Episcopal tradition.
Our programs shape followers of Jesus through conversations, scripture, study, practice, prayer, and spiritual experience. For adults, these offerings include Bible studies, forums, retreats, quiet days, and other events. For Children & Youth, this includes Sunday School and Youth Group.
Many of our resources are available in person and online.
Trinity Cathedral offers a Bible Study between services each Sunday during our formation hour.
In these facilitated sessions, led both by clergy and laypeople, we study scripture to learn what it means to be more like Jesus.
In studying the Old Testament, we better understand the scriptures that formed Jesus. In studying the New Testament, we better understand how Jesus lived and taught.
Various curricula and programs may be used to determine and guide study topics. The sessions do not require any outside reading, but it may be offered for those who are interested. While there is no fee to participate, supplemental literature may be purchased if desired.
Upcoming Bible Studies
Conversation is key to learning.
When we share and discuss ideas, thoughts, feelings, and experiences, it helps us better understand one another and our world.
At Trinity Cathedral we encourage, engage in, and create space for dialogue. Our forums explore topics ranging from faith to civic engagement and beyond.
The Dean's Forum
Each month these conversational sessions, led by Dean Owens, cover topics including faith, ethics, art, science, education and civic engagement. Regularly, Dean Owens conducts interviews with local and national leaders to help us connect our worship and civic life and bring their voices into the Trinity conversation.
Forum guests have included:
- Gulnar Feerasta
- Dr. Michael Baston
- Dr. Laura Bloomberg
- The Rev. Becca Stevens
The labyrinth is an ancient, inspiring, and meditative practice.
Many people find that the simple movement of walking the labyrinth’s curving paths allows their minds to become more peaceful and prayerful.
Trinity’s canvas labyrinth is often placed in the cathedral on Sundays following the last service until the building closes.
Contact us to confirm availability or inquire about dates and times.
Sacred Ground
Sacred Ground is an 11-session course where participants walk through chapters of America’s history of race and racism, while weaving in threads of family story, economic class, and political and regional identity. The series is built around a powerful online curriculum of documentary films and readings that focus on Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian/Pacific American histories as they intersect with European American histories.
Inquirer’s Class
Participants interested in Confirmation/Reception or a deepening of their faith meet once a month for 6 months to walk through the baptismal covenant, using the lens of Anglican theology. Each person shares their spiritual journey as we explore what Christian faith means today.
Cathedral Circles are are lay-led interest groups meant to create intimate fellowship opportunities through small gatherings.
These groups explore a variety of topics and activities.
Cleveland’s First Christian Congregation
A Remarkable Story
For more than 200 years, Trinity has served the spiritual and physical needs of greater Cleveland.
While Trinity Cathedral has a remarkable history, having stood for over 100 years itself, Trinity’s congregation is even more historic. In fact, Trinity is the oldest Christian congregation in the city of Cleveland.
Docents
Tour the Cathedral
On select Sundays, docent-led tours are held between the worship services.
You’ll learn about the cathedral’s history, architecture, art, music, windows and more. Even congregants and regular visitors are sure to discover things they have never seen before.
Upcoming Tour Dates
