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SAVE THE DATE!
Agape Meal ~ Love Feast
6:00 pm, Thursday, March 29 in the restored Downstairs Eaton Hall
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The Agape Meal originated in the first century, and was described in various writings by the earliest followers of Jesus. It was distinct from a service of Holy Communion, but involved actual meal fellowship as believers of all ages gathered around the table.
Our agape Meal is a celebration of many things. It is alcohol-free, and hence child friendly. It will be our first fellowship meal in over two years in that sacred space. Look for beauty all around you—decorations, lighting, beautiful food—all provided. Expect quiet music and a short reading from Scripture. Expect to embrace the beautiful people that make up our community. We welcome the fellowship of St. Augustine of Hippo, who are without clergy presence this evening. And at 7:00 pm, we move quietly and very joyfully into the church for the traditional Maundy Thursday services. Agape = love!
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Upcoming Calendar Events
Choir Practice 6:30 pm Thursdays and/or 9:00 am Sundays
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Mar.18 - 5:30 p.m. Rt. II Holy Eucharist - Come As You Are - Sanctuary
Mar. 19 - Women's Bible Study - Kelso Library
Mar. 19 - 5:30 p.m. EYC Experiential Journey - The Blue Room
Mar. 21 - 10:00 a.m. Daughters of the King - Kelso Library
Mar. 21 - 6:00 p.m. Lenten Service, Dinner, Speaker at St. Augustine's
Mar. 22 - 4:45 p.m. SafeGuarding God's Children Class - Kelso Library
Mar. 22 - 5:30 p.m. Education Committee - The Blue Room
Mar. 24 - 9:00 a.m. TES Campus Workday - Trinity Episcopal School Campus
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MISSING SOMETHING?
Our collection of umbrellas is multiplying. Please check the Narthex, vesting rooms, Sacristy and church office to retrieve your lost items. We also have a lovely white lady’s cardigan that was found two weeks ago and is in the church office.
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SECURITY NOTE: NO ENTRY TO BALCONY OR BELL TOWER
The church is responsible for all activities within the property.
We request that no one enter the balcony or bell tower or permit children or scouts in these areas. Thank you for your observance of this security request
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FUNDRAISER FRIDAY!
Friday, April 27, 2018 in Downstairs Eaton Hall
Benefit
For
5 Trinity Student Missioners
Selected by Christ Church Cathedral
to join their mission trip to Costa Rica
June 24-July 1, 2018
Dinner: 6:00 pm – Friday, April 27, 2018 in Downstairs Eaton Hall
Great Food, Entertainment and Imaginatively Decorated Tables.
$20.00 per person (same price for all ages)
Tickets will be sold after 10:30 am Sunday services or by contacting Judy Giovannini at (409)741-2399 or jgiovannini1@comcast.net
COSTA RICA BOUND
Gabby Beebe, Heidi Haglund, Elizabeth Pennington,
Mary Catherine Piel and Gia Viggiano
A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT
THE YOUNG ADULTS OF OUR PARISH
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THE GOOD BOOK CLUB
Join Episcopalians around the world
on a great journey.
Read the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts.
Daily Reading for Lent-Easter 2018
4th Sunday in Lent
Sunday, March 18 --- Luke 18: 18-43
Monday March 19 --- Luke 19:1-27
Tuesday, March 20 --- Luke 19:28-48
Wednesday, March 21 --- Luke 20:1-47
Thursday, March 22 - Luke 21:1-38
Friday, March 23 --- Luke 22:1-23
Saturday, March 24 --- Luke 22:24-46
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Christian Formation/
Adult Sunday School
on the Sundays in Lent
The class will be a facilitated 6-week journey and reflection on
Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John.
9:00-10:15 a.m., Sundays
in the TES Spanish Classroom
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Children's Sunday School / Nursery
Bring your children & friends 10:15am
Church starts 10:30am; Parents go and enjoy!
The children will have a lesson, enjoy snacks & crafts, and return to you in the
Service at the Peace!
(Nursery staffed 8:00am - 12 noon)
Can YOU teach or help any Sunday this Fall?
Email me your availability ~ You will receive more than you give!
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SAFEGUARDING GOD’S CHILDREN CLASS
Thursday, March 22, 4:45 pm in Kelso Library
Presenter, Danielle Alvarado
Want to be a part of Trinity’s growing Children’s Ministry? Volunteer in Godly Play, Nursery, Vacation Bible School or any aspect of Trinity School Activities? The Diocese requires all adultsvolunteering or working with children to attend a Safeguarding class prior to the activity. The certification lasts 5 years, then can be renewed online.
If you plan to take the class, the process must start this week as an online registration must be completed prior to entering the class.
Hurry and contact Kelli at kacaosta@tesgalv.org.
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On March 24, many Episcopalians are joining the March For Our Lives across the country. The march in Washington, D.C. was established by Parkland, FL students where the latest mass shooting took place on Valentine’s Day. Others around the country will march in solidarity with the students and their families to demand that their lives and safety become a priority and that we end the epidemic of mass school shootings. The following locations in the Diocese of Texas where fellow Episcopalians are gathering places and times for local marches. We will update the information as we receive it.
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Houston, 9 a..m., Tranquility Park
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Tyler, 10 a.m., Downtown Tyler on the Square
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Sugar Land /Missouri City, 10 a.m., Colony Bend Park, Sugar Land
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Austin, 12 p.m., Austin City Hall
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Round Rock, 12 p.m., Main Street Plaza
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Beaumont, 3 p.m., Beaumont, TBD
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The Woodlands, 4:30 p.m., The Woodlands, TBD
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Killeen, 5 p.m., Killeen ISD
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College Station, 6 p.m., Rudder Plaza; Texas A&M University
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Longview, 3 p.m., Heritage Plaza
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Waco, 3 p.m., Heritage Square (3rd and Washington)
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Huntsville, 10 a.m., Walker Co. Democrats Office/Downtown
For more details such as gathering locations and times, click
here
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2018 LENTEN SERVICES, LECTURES AND DINNERS
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What does it mean to be made in the image of God?
March 21
st
St. Augustine of Hippo Episcopal Church, 1410-41
st
Street
Network of Biblical Storytellers (International) member,
Kathy Culmer
Each of our distinguished speakers will share from their own perspective about what it means to be made in God’s image.
We begin with worship at 6:00 p.m., followed by a light dinner provided by the hosting congregation, and at approximately 7:15 our speaker begins. We will finish by 8:00 p.m. every Wednesday.
Please come and worship, learn, and welcome our honored guests!
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Sunday, March 25 – Palm Sunday Services
8:00 am – Rite I Holy Eucharist
10:30 am – Rite II Holy Eucharist, Live Donkey, music and choir
5:30 pm – Rite II Holy Eucharist
Monday – March 26
7:00 pm
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Holy Eucharist Rite II
Tuesday – March 27
7:00 pm
–
Holy Eucharist Rite II
Wednesday – March 28
7:00 pm
–
Holy Eucharist Rite II
Maundy Thursday – March 29
6:00 pm – Agape Meal in DOWNSTAIRS EATON HALL
7:00 pm – Maundy Thursday Liturgy
(with foot washing) in Sanctuary
Good Friday – March 30
11:00 am – Stations of the Cross outside, involves some walking
12 Noon – Good Friday Liturgy in the sanctuary
6:00 pm – Stations of the Cross on the cloister (accessible)
Saturday - March 31
6:00 pm – Great Vigil of Easter on the beach
(on 21
st
East of Murdoch’s)
Baptism in the Gulf of Mexico
(Anyone is welcome to be Baptized – Please contact the church office 409-765-6317)
Holy Eucharist Rite II – Make S’mores
Easter Sunday – April 1
8:00 am – Rite I Holy Eucharist
10:00 am – Easter egg hunt, Children’s Flowering of the Cross
10:30 am – Holy Eucharist Rite II – Music and choir
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THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM
MARCH 31
– 6:00 P.M. - EASTER VIGIL BAPTISM
IN THE GULF OF MEXICO ON THE EAST SIDE OF MURDOCH’S
Conducted by The Reverend Susan Kennard &
The Reverend Ed Thompson
Followed by making S’mores on the beach
APRIL 8
– 10:30 A.M. - SERVICE IN THE SANCTUARY
Conducted by The Reverend Susan Kennard
OR
MAY 27
– 10:30 A.M. SERVICE IN THE SANCTUARY
Conducted by The Rt. Reverend C. Andy Doyle
Please contact the church office at 409.765.6317 or
Rev. Susan if you, or any one you know, would like to
receive the sacrament of Holy Baptism on any of the above dates.
No age guidelines for this sacrament.
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Easter Sunday marks our largest church attendance of both adults and children. One reason is our traditional and festive Easter Egg Hunt on the Garth. We are asking that our parishioners please donate some plastic eggs with a little prize, pennies, or wrapped candy inside. Egg donations can be left at the Church office between 10 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, or bring them to church on Sunday! This is such a memorable event, so be sure to bring your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and of course, your camera.
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EASTER MUSIC DONATIONS
Trinity prides itself on hosting the area’s finest musicians and soloists at Easter time and, as a result, our Easter services are always memorable family events. Donations in honor or memory of loved ones maintain this tradition year after year.
If you would like to make a donation for Easter music, please make your check payable to Trinity Episcopal Church and
write “Easter Music” on the memo line
so that your contribution will be properly recorded.
Your contribution and dedications must be received
in the Church office by Monday, March 26
,
2018
to be included in the service leaflets. See the insert in Sunday's bulletin to complete your donation.
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EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS
Easter lilies and other floral decorations are always an integral part of our beautiful Easter services. Donations in honor or memory of loved ones maintain this tradition year after year.
If you would like to make a contribution for Easter flowers, please make your check payable to Trinity Episcopal Church and
write “Easter Flowers” on the memo line
so that your contribution will be properly recorded.
Your contribution and dedications must be received
in the Church office by Monday, March 26,
2018
to be included in the service leaflets. See the insert in Sunday's bulletin to complete your donation.
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SAVE THE DATES!
VBS @ TEC June 4-8th
Monday through Friday,
9:00am-12:00 noon
4 year olds through 5th grade!
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YOUNG WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Mondays 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 pm. in the Kelso Library
Matthew: A 12-Week Study
The book of Matthew paints a powerful portrait of Jesus as Israel’s long-awaited Messiah, the one who would bring God’s kingdom to earth and fulfill his promises to his people.
Leading readers through this hope-filled book, this guide explains the biblical text with clarity and passion—inviting us to encounter God’s one and only Son: Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.
Over the course of 12 weeks, these studies explore books of the Bible and:
- Ask thoughtful questions to spur discussion
- Show how each passage unveils the gospel
- Tie the text in with the whole story of Scripture
- Illuminate the doctrines taught in each passage
- Invite you to discover practical implications
- Help you better understand and apply God’s Word
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Ironman 70.3 Texas
will be in Galveston
Thursday April 5, and departing Monday, April 9
th
and they are looking for families that can host a professional triathlete. If you or someone you know would like to host an athlete, please contact Mike
Alvarado at
mike@mikealvarado.com
or 409.996.8614. The athletes are very gracious, appreciative, and house trained. We currently have 5 athletes from various countries including one former summer Olympian looking for a host. We have one parishioner who hosts yearly. Can you help?
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CALLING ALL GRADUATES
Traditionally we honor our high school graduates at the 10:30 am service on a Sunday close to the end of the school year. We present them with a monogrammed Leather Book of Common Prayer to start them on their next step in life and to let them know they are in our prayers.
If you or someone in your household is a member of Trinity and will be graduating high school or college, please contact the church office to provide the graduate’s full name. We would also like to know about their future plans, ie. what college do they plan to attend, what is their planned major, are they going to a special job, or in the military?
We will also list the names of our Trinity School graduates and where they plan to continue their studies.
Please provide the information by the end of April to allow time for monogramming the books and collecting the information for the leaflet.
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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
March 18 - Trish Clason
March 19 - Les McLeod
March 19 - Jeannie Poirier
March 21 - Ava Rawlins
March 22 - Isaias Degollado, Sr.
March 22 - Donald Howell, Jr.
March 23 - Stephanie Pharr
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GOSPELS & SERMONS
Missed church on Sunday? Want to listen again to a past Gospel or Sermon?
Now you can! When available, we'll try to post links to Sound Cloud of each week's
Gospel and Sermon. (taped during 10:30 am service each week)
Click Here
for Gospel and Sermon from
March 4, 2018
Click Here
for Gospel and Sermon from
February 25, 2018
Click Here
for Gospel and Sermon from
February 18, 2018
Click Here
for Gospel and Sermon from
February 4, 2018
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The Reverend Susan Kennard
Rector - Trinity Episcopal Church
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The Reverend Edward Thompson
Associate Rector - Trinity Episcopal Church
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The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Assisting Priest - Trinity Episcopal Church
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WILLIAM TEMPLE CENTER (WILLIE T'S)
An Episcopal Ministry to College and UTMB Students
Larissa Botik, Executive Director
We welcome dessert donations or if you would like to volunteer, call me at 409.599.1457 or wtecgalveston@gmail.com.
WILLIAM TEMPLE EPISCOPAL CENTER
Still Feeding and Serving 100 Students per Week
Most students are Christians who observe Lent but for others it brings love and liturgy to them. Thus, in Lent we offer a devotional book to students as well as a standing invitation to all services. William Temple “Willie T’s” could use a weekly Sam’s shopper, and a driver on Wednesdays to pick up students and take them back home. Contact Larissa Botik if you can help. 409-599-1457.
Larissa Botik, Executive Director, William Temple Foundation.
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Weekly news from Trinity Episcopal School
Click
Here
for the weekly Monday Message from
Mark Ravelli / Head of School.
Click
Here
for the Week at a Glance Calendar.
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Episcopal Relief & Development works closely with church partners after disasters, equipping them to meet needs of those most vulnerable in their communities. Currently, our staff is responding to areas devastated by
Hurricane Harvey
and
Hurricane Irma,
and watching developing tropical storms. Because of our strong diocesan partnerships, Episcopal Relief & Development is ready to assist in the recovery of the impacted areas for as long as necessary. You can help provide critical relief to affected communities by donating to our Hurricane Relief Fund. To donate and read the latest updates, visit
episcopalrelief.org/irma
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PRAYERS OF HEALING FOR
Carl Haglund, Sissy Howell, Mike Ellis Helen Appelberg and Betty Pulkingham
OUR ONGOING PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED FOR
Bill Macdonald, Stephanie Ramos, Cheryl Kelly-Webster, Peaches Kempner, Peggy McMullen, Chase and Keaton Adams, Genie Tavener Rolfe, Lillian Mayes, Jim Atchley, Steve Boling, Kevin Godleski, Jerry Cooper, Mary Cooper, Robert Bauder, Jeffery Horn, JBJ, Guy Griffith, Robert Hutchins, David Edwards, Elizabeth Stamile, Karen Rudenberg, Belva Funke, Louise Campbell, Betty Schroeder, Leta and Joe Higgins, Will Blackshear, Joe Vance, Dan Vaughn, Frances Townsend, Mindy Bollinger, Margaret Lee, Phillip Head, Billy Garrison, Daryl Wilson, Rose Farmer and Kyle Brown.
We are updating our prayer list. Please notify the office if your loved
ones and/or friends have recovered or need to remain on the prayer list.
PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE
John R. Kelley, Jarrod Johnson, John Wilkinson, Bo Lollar, John Kelso, Jr., David Middleton
and Nick Toombs
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ALTAR FLOWERS
During Lent there are no Altar Flowers
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FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
March 18, 2018
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LEADERS IN SUNDAY'S LITURGY
8:00 a.m. – Rite I
Lector / Worship Leader
--- Claudia Stein
Eucharistic Minister
--- Nita Caskey
Sermon ---
The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Celebrant
---
The Reverend Susan Kennard
Altar Guild
--- Betty Head and Cheryl Tucker
Ushers
--- Claudia Stein and John Speich
9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School
Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John
10:15 a.m. – Godly Play
10:30 a.m. – Rite II with Music and Choir
Music Director
--- Ronald Wyatt
Current Choir
Isaias Degollado, Gretchen Lindquist,
Gayle Monsour, Edgar Moore, Bill Noble, Joanna Thompson,
Mary Townsend, Cheryl Tucker, Patty Wood
Prelude
--- Out of the Depths --- C.P. Bach
Ah, Holy Jesus --- Johannes Brahms
Hymns
--- 149, 455, 441
1st
Lesson
--- Jeremiah 31:31-34 --- Ed Muncey
Psalm
--- 51:1-13
2nd Lesson
--- Hebrews 5:5-10 --- Carol Malloy
Gospel
--- John 3:14-21
Sermon
--- The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Offertory ---
Sing My Tongue --- Carl F. Schalk
Celebrant
---
The Susan Kennard
Deacon
--- The Reverend Edward Thompson
Eucharistic Ministers
--- Mike and Carol Malloy
Communion
--- O Savior of the World --- John Goss
Postlude
--- O Sacred Head, Sore Wounded --- Johannes Brahms
Usher Team III
Chuck Dean, Team Leader
Alison Barker, Jim and Sally byrom, John and Joal Donovan, Bill Kennard
Altar Guild Weekday
--- Trish Clason
Altar Guild Sunday
Brenda Atchley, Joy Incaprera, Kathy VanDewalli
Acolytes
All Acolytes are requested to serve.
Christopher Perkins– Sr. Acolyte
Nathan Andrews, Gabbi Beebe, Peyton Botik, Preston Botik,
Jane Charpentier, Camryn Davis, Nathan Fiegel, Kaylee Fortune
Sam Fountain, Tyler Garcia, Heidi Haglund, Hunter Haglund, Peyton Heinze,
Caroline Neblett, Max Patane, Elizabeth Pennington, Spencer Petty, Mary Katherine Piel
Ava Rawlins, Ashley Stanger, Gia Viggiano
Godly Play
--- Danielle Alvarado, Linda Alvarado and Kay Perkins
Youth Group
--- Larissa Botik, Jennifer Haglund and Peyton Heinze
E-Messenger
--- Kathy VanDewalli
Newcomers/Visitors Ministry
--- Carolyn Speich
William Temple Ministry
--- Larissa Botik
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2018 VESTRY
The Reverend Susan Kennard, Dan Freeman, Susan Duif, Ann Anderson, Senior Warden John Speich, Walter Meyer, Jerry Jackson, Carolyn Clyburn, Maurine Nichols, Eileen Hall, Calvin Buckley, Eugenia Campbell and Laura Hughes McDermott.
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Galveston, How May We Pray For You?
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Galveston’s Episcopal Church Community is sponsoring an online prayer outreach and a series
of in-person gatherings for the sole/soul
purpose of prayer.
E-mail Rev. Susan with prayer requests or
Join us in person on Fridays at 2:00 p.m.
At MOD Coffeehouse Conference Room - 2126 Postoffice Street
Responses will be within 24 hours.
The Episcopal Church Community of Galveston, Texas
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UPDATES FOR THE PARISH DIRECTORY.
IF YOU HAVE CONTACT INFORMATION TO UPDATE OR IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY JOINED TRINITY WE WANT TO INCLUDE YOU. PLEASE PICK UP A FORM IN THE NARTHEX, COMPLETE AND DROP IT IN THE DESIGNATED BOX. IF YOU HAVE A PHOTO TO INCLUDE JUST DROP IT BY THE OFFICE OR EMAIL TO INFO@TRINITYGALV.ORG.
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PASTORAL CARE
For Pastoral Care please contact
The Rev. Susan Kennard
at 979-248-7849 or
The Rev. Doug Tucker
at 409-539-5079 or
409-370-5010
For pastoral care or emergency,
please contact
The Rev. Susan Kennard
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SERVICES AT THE MERIDIAN
Reverend Susan Kennard conducts a Eucharistic service at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel at The Meridian on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Families and friends of residents are welcome to join the group regardless of denomination.
In addition, Rev. Susan has been playing some of the residents' favorite songs on her guitar accompanied by Mr. Wyatt on an electric organ.
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PARKING LOT USE
Trinity is privileged to be permitted use of the fenced parking lot across the street for weekly services and, with approval, for our special events. However, by owner’s terms, cars must leave the lot soon after services, lunches, weddings and funerals or risk being locked in behind the fence. We certainly encourage use of the parking lot, but caution those planning lunch or other offsite activities to please park elsewhere after church sponsored events. Thank you for helping us to be good neighbors with the new owners.
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TREASURER’S REPORT
Year to Date Totals as of Dec. 31, 2017
Total Revenue $639,107
Tranfers from Reserves $36,249
Investment Earnings Used in Operations $ 59,103
Less Total Expenses ($747,148)
Net Total Revenue(Deficit) ( $ 12,689)
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SHARE THE NEWS
If you have any news you would
like to have included in our bulletin,
we would love to share it.
Email news to:
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ATTENDANCE
Mar. 11 - 159
Mar. 4 - 167
Feb. 25 - 196
Feb. 18 -182
Feb. 11 - 155
Feb. 4 - 187
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Trinity Episcopal Church | (409) 765-6317 | info@trintygalv.org | www.trinitygalv.org
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