Jesus began one of his most familiar parables with "A farmer went out to scatter seed." He frequently used images and illustrations from everyday life to teach his followers about what it means to grow as disciples, as well as some of the struggles and difficulties we encounter along the way. This year during the season of Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter, we'll listen to some of these gospel episodes again; we'll be challenged and encouraged to develop the practices that help us experience God's marvelous love and grow deep roots as disciples of Christ.
This week's sermon will be "Live in Me," (
John 15:1-8) by Rev. Catherine Fluck Price.
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Prayer in the Chapel
Catherine has invited everyone to join her for a time of prayer in the Chapel every Tuesday from now through Easter from 5 - 6pm. It will be a time to sit together in silent prayer listening for God's direction and praying for our church. During that hour, you are welcome to come and go as you need to and to come any week you are able.
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Steeple to the Streets
Each Sunday throughout north central Florida, an average of 15,145 Methodists gather for the worship of God. Imagine what God could do if those same 15,145 Methodists took the opportunity over the course of a week to very purposefully pray for, observe, and engage with their communities. From Saturday, March 17, through Saturday, March 24, Trinity will be joining an effort to do just that. Pledge your participation
here to pray, observe, and engage our Gainesville community.
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Mission Box
This weeks Mission Box is for Southwest Advocacy Group (SWAG). SWAG is made up of area residents, advocates and service providers that strive to improve the health and well being of residents in the Tower Road area, west of I-75. Their goals include protecting vulnerable children, supporting families, and providing opportunities and resources so adults can realize self reliance and success in life.
(text-to-give keyword: swag)
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Wednesday Night Dinners
Join us for food, fun & fellowship! March 14 is a variety dinner, so we'll have a little bit of everything! Dairy and gluten free options are available. The kitchen will be open from 5 - 6:30pm. Adult meals are
$7
, children 6 and up are
$3
, 0-5 eat free with a $
25
family cap.
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New Church Directory Opportunity
Good news! If you missed the opportunity to have your family portrait taken for the directory, Lifetouch Photography is coming back from April 10 - 14. Every family will receive a complimentary portrait for their participation and have the opportunity to purchase other photo packages as desired. Click here to select your preferred date and time slot. If you need assistance in selecting an appointment time or you would like to serve as a volunteer host during photography times, please contact
Jordyn
(376-6615).
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Children's Ministry
Trinity at the Park: On March 22 from 11:30am -12:30pm, join the Children's Ministries staff for a playdate at Possum Creek Park! We will enjoy outdoor activities and a treat. No registration necessary, just show up and bring a friend or two! Parents/care providers are required to be present.
Summer Information: Registration is now open for Summertime Fun, Fusion, and Crosstrainers summer camps. Space is limited, registration links are available
here. VBS (June 4 - 8) registration will open April 1 and Dance Camp (July 23 - 27) registration will open April 2.
Family Easter Celebration: Everyone is welcome! For those worshiping at 9:40am, children may attend Sunday School. Following 9:40am worship and Sunday School, families will enjoy refreshments, singing under the oaks and our family egg hunt. For those worshiping at 11am, children will join their parents in worship for a Family Easter Service followed by an egg hunt at the chapel. There will be no Children's Sunday School at 11am; childcare will be provided for Pre-K and younger. Don't forget your Easter basket!
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Adult Ministries
If you haven't connected to a small group or Bible study class, will you please take a minute to complete this 2 question survey?
The Case For Christ: A journalist's personal investigation of the evidence of Jesus, by Lee Strobel (a 6 week study) begins on Wednesday, April 4, 6:30 - 8:00pm, room E203. Led by Tom & Marsha Wallace. Class materials are $20 and available at the Trinity Bookstore or on the first day of class. Register now!
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Caring & Support
Trinity will again offer GriefShare, the grief support group for people experiencing grief and loss. GriefShare is a 10 week video seminar series that features some of the nation's foremost Christian experts on grief and recovery topics. The video seminars are combined with support group discussion of the materials presented during the video. GriefShare provides a warm, caring environment with others who are also experiencing loss. GriefShare will meet on Wednesdays, beginning March 21 from
6:45 - 8:15pm in E225 Call Lynn Cunningham at 352-372-1027 for more information.
The Healing Room at Trinity will be open March 15. Anyone desiring healing prayer is welcome to come in and receive individual, confidential prayer from
6:30-9pm.
Prayers for physical, emotional, mental, and/or spiritual needs will be offered by the prayer ministry members of The Order Of St. Luke and friends. You can ask for prayer for yourself or someone else. Please note that The Healing Room location has changed to E207. If prayer is in session, you can wait by the elevator, where
seating is available, and you will be greeted.
Come and receive encouragement from The Lord Jesus.
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Easter Lily Dedications
If you would like to dedicate an Easter Lily, please click here to order online ($15 each)
. We will have envelopes available for those wishing to pay by cash or check in the narthex and at the reception desk. For questions, please contact
Bree Kerwin
(416-3017).
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This Sunday's altar flowers are given
in recognition of Alice Wallis. Love, the Exaltation Ringers
If you would like to provide the altar flowers, please contact Bree
(416-3017). If you need to make arrangements for assistance or special accommodations during Sunday services, please contact
Shannon (416-3005) Monday - Thursday. If you would like to have your milestone birthday announced in the Tuesday Word, please email Kelly.
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