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Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, Los Alamos, New Mexico
Issue #317-- February 8, 2017
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Sixth
Sunday
after the Epiphany
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GOOD BOOKS WILL BE IN KELLY HALL!
8am to 12:30pm
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Services this Sunday:
8:00am Rite 1 Service of Holy Eucharist
9:30am in Sherrill Hall: Holy People (with Steve Younger)
10:30am Rite II Service of Holy Eucharist
Coffee Hour after each service
5pm Tweens & Teens
8pm Compline
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Year A:
Sunday Epiphany 6
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The Next Smith's Bucks order is due
on Tuesday Feb. 21
by 12:00 Noon
If you don't have a card yet, just put a check in the plate on Sunday and write "Smith's Bucks new card" on the memo line.
The next deadlines for Smith's orders are usually the Tuesdays during the week after LANL paydays: Feb. 21, March 7 & 21. Mark your calendars!
Thank you for your participation!
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Trinity Tidbits--Week of Epiphany 6
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You may have seen the phrase 'The School for Conversion' pop up recently. This past Tuesday, 6 intrepid souls gathered together for a new opportunity to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.
The School for Conversion is based on a model of discipleship created by the Restoration Project, an Episcopal discipleship initiative from California. We gathered in prayer, had opportunities for vulnerable sharing, and will soon begin a theological study called 'Transforming Questions.'
There are 4 spots left for the School for Conversion. If you are interested in this gathering, get in touch with me.
Peace,
Chris
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GOOD BOOKS WILL BE HERE SUNDAY!
Good Books will bring many books by your favorite authors, Episcopal and Christian publications, as well as good historical fiction and mysteries to the hill this Sunday. If you are looking for good books to read for book groups, there will be plenty for you to browse and purchase.
Remember Good Books will be at TOTH, this Sunday, Feb. 12th. If you want a Bible or Prayerbook engraved, or combination BCP/Hymnal, call today and give her your order and correct spelling of the name. 505-955-8550.
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Report on Souper Bowl Offering
I don't know about you, but my favorite team, God's team, was a winner on Sunday! Thanks to the generous TOTH members for surpassing our goal of $400 by more than 50%. The total amount in the soup pot was $625!! We also received 149 food and other items. All will go to LA Cares. We were one of nearly 2,700 groups who have reported so far, giving over $5 million. I'm sure the total will grow as more report. Last year's national total was $10 million!
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Shopping with Amazon Smile Nets Donation to TOTH
The last quarter of 2016, people using SmileAmazon.com and indicating TOTH with their purchase, netted $21.77 for the church. You can set this up for your own purchases from Amazon by going to SmileAmazon.com and setting up your account so all Amazon purchases you make through that portal will credit a percentage to TOTH. You must shop through the portal for it to work, however. Thanks for helping raise money for your church.
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TOTH Receives Smith's Community Rewards
Twenty-one TOTH households, who have designated credit from their Smith's Rewards card to go to their church, and who shopped at Smith's between 10-1-2016 and 12-30-2016 (Cycle 3, Qtr 4) have contributed to TOTH's $131.25 total donation for the quarter. You can designate TOTH on your Smith's Fresh Rewards card, too. Just ask us in the office!
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2017 Woman2Woman Mini-Conference March 18 in Los Alamos
The Los Alamos Church of Christ will host their fifth Woman2Woman mini-conference on Saturday, March 18, 2017, part of their "Fruit of the Spirit" series. They cordially invite the women of TOTH, other churches and friends to attend. The hope is to bring together the women of Los Alamos for mutual edification and support in living for Christ. The theme this year is Ripples of Kindness, with a focus on how to practice Godly kindness. "The one who despises his neighbor sins, but whoever shows kindness to the poor will be happy." (Proverbs 14:21). The mini-conference will include Bible study, discussion, worship, Christian fellowship, spiritual uplifting and a complimentary brunch. For more information, call 695-5890.
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Have You Taken Control of Your Health Today?
Life Line Screening will be here at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church on Friday, March 24, 2017 offering safe, painless, non-invasive preventive health screenings that are typically not a part of a routine physical. To be more proactive about your health and to live longer for yourself, your family and your community, please register for these potentially life-saving tests today. A flyer you can pick up in the church office provides info about how you can sign up while receiving $10 off any package priced above $139. For only $139 (regularly $149) you can learn your risk of having stroke or vascular disease.
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Alzheimer's Association Offers free caregiver course
The "Savvy Caregiver Program" is a free seven-week course offered Tuesdays Feb. 21 through April 4, from 1:00 to 3:00pm at Aspen Ridge Retirement Home. The course improves daily life as a dementia caregiver, explains disease characteristics and progression, offers best practices for dealing with behaviors and communication, and helps participants learn who you can turn to for respite and other assistance. Participants MAY be reimbursed for the cost of having others tend to their loved one while they attend the classes. To register, or for more information call or email: Mary at 661-0066 ([email protected]); or Tina at 505-266-4473 ([email protected]).
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Feb. 12 -- "So in love with you am I"
Southwest Arts presents "So In Love," Sunday, February 12 at 2 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 1701 Arroyo Chamiso. Just in time for Valentine's Day, favorite Santa Fe Jazz musicians John Rangel, Andy Zadrozny and Robert Chapa, Jr. perform love songs from the American Songbook, including everything from Cole Porter and George Gershwin to Michael Jackson and The Doors. Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $5 for students 12 and up and free for children under 12; available at SouthwestArts.org and at the door.
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NEXT CHRISTIAN ROCK CONCERT...
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In the Loop
DIOCESE OF THE RIO GRANDE
Activities will include: "Minute to Win It" Snow Golf Hoop It Up in the Snow Tug-Snow-War Death Ball Snow-Person-Sculpture Contest
Human Hungry Hippo Movie & S'Mores Backward Charades
Snow Ball Archery Snow Graffiti Zombie Apocalypse
Karaoke/Dance Music Board Games Wii Games Giant Tape Ball of Prizes Hiking Camp Stoney Service Project Painted Rocks, Prayer Jars, Prayer Flags, Anglican Rosaries, Mandalas DIY Projects
Morning/Evening Prayer and Compline and Lots of Food!
Theologian and Storyteller to Lead
Retreat at Holy Faith, Santa Fe
The Women's Spirituality Group of Church of the Holy Faith Santa Fe presents the fifth annual Quiet Day Retreat featuring Dr. Megan McKenna, a compelling teacher and prolific author of 50 books, will speak on "We Drink From Our Own Wells."
Registration opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday February 18, and a continental breakfast will be served from 8 a.m. until 8:45 a.m.in Palen Hall. At the conclusion of the retreat, Holy Eucharist will be celebrated from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. for all retreat participants. Please plan to bring your lunch. Beverages will be provided at the lunch break. There is no cost to attend, but you will need to register by emailing
[email protected] no later than February 1, 2017.
Wild Lent: A Retreat for Women and Men, March 24-26
All women & men of the Diocese are invited to a time for quiet
reflection, fellowship, and sharing time in the beauty of the Big Bend area of our Diocese.
Bishop Michael Vono, the Rev. Paul Moore, and others will share reflections on Matthew 4 during Wild Lent on March 24-26, 2017 in Alpine, TX. This event is an invitation to look at the socio- and eco-logical issues of our ministries in light of Jesus' time in the wilderness, and consider how we can make a difference where we are.
There is an optional Big Bend National Park tour on Friday morning. We'll carpool through part of the Big Bend National Park (entry fees apply) for a time of quiet reflection in landscape very similar to the Judean wilderness. This will offer an inspirational introduction to the weekend's talks. Afterward, we will join the retreat leadership and members of local communities for sharing worship and conversations about how we can find common ground and work together for the good of all.
The main part of the retreat begins March 24 at St. James' Church in Alpine with dinner at 6PM. The first presentation will follow. The retreat concludes after Sunday services on March 26. Retreat registration is $25, which covers lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday. Registration info is available on the Women's Ministry website (
www.VarietiesOfGifts.blogspot.com) or you can register online at
www.WildLent.eventsbot.com. This retreat is sponsored by the Women of the Diocese and the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. A brochure is downloadable from the Women's Ministry website or at:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4P9SzRkJXCpY0k1REN5OFJjS28/view
Blocks of rooms have been reserved for March 23-26 at the Hampton Inn and at the historic Holland Hotel in Alpine, TX with special rates good through mid-February 2017. You are advised to reserve your room early! (Mention Diocesan Lent Retreat or Cindy Davis when making reservations.)
Looking forward to seeing women and men of all ages and from all corners of the diocese at this event. We know it's a long drive for some of us, but it is worth it in the inspiration you will gain from the beauty and speakers. Contact Cindy Davis (
[email protected]) if you have questions.
Safeguarding Our Children--the online training
Due to upgrades in the Online Training, the enrollment process for Safeguarding Our Children has changed.
and clicking the link at the bottom of the page.
Please also check to see which modules the Diocese recommends for which role with children. The chart is available in the office and on the diocesan website. One must renew their training every three years.
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