The Heartbeat
will be published and emailed on the 15th of the month. Make sure you receive yours on time, if you change your email address please notify the church office. Deadline to submit an article is the 10th of the month. Articles should be emailed to Courtney Price.
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Attention Amazon Shoppers!!
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Support Trinity with your Amazon purchases!
With Amazon Smile, Trinity will receive 0.5% of your purchases. Simply
use this link anytime you make an Amazon purchase and Amazon will make a donation to Trinity. You get the same great products, prices, and service with Amazon, while supporting God's work at Trinity.
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Stephen Ministry
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Have you ever listened to a friend who is going through a difficult time? Just listening, showing care, hugging, crying, or praying with them? Each of us has been a Christian caregiver at one time. People are hurting all around us. If you have any questions about Stephen Ministry, or if you feel in need of care yourself, contact Louanne Craft at 803-422-0101.
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Need an Event put on the Calendar?
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Do you want to have a meeting or class at the church? Do you want an event listed on the Church calendar? Have you completed an Event Request Form (yellow form)? If not click here and fill out and submit the form to Tracy Barnes. Completing a form will help us avoid scheduling conflicts. |
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Bridge
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Bridge players of all skill levels are invited to play Bridge every Tuesday except for the first Tuesday of the month. They
meet in the Fellowship Hall at 1:00pm.
Everyone is invited to come play, no matter your skill level.
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Mexican Train
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Saturdays 1:00-3:30pm
Saturdays: 1:00-3:30 or 4:00 All of these hands are waiting to help you Learn a fun game. Join us!
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Get Social
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Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! Don't forget to tag us and help us by posting photos from Trinity events.
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Online Giving
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Worship Bulletin Deadlines
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Deadline for Sunday Announcements is Tuesday at noon. If you have an announcement that you would like included in the bulletin, email it to
Courtney.
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Stewardship News
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The Stewardship Team is excited to announce our
2019 Stewardship Campaign:
One of Jesus' great teaching parables involves a sower who cast seed along the ground. The sower hoped the seeds would sprout, grow, and bear good fruit. Some seeds did just that, producing a great harvest. But others, Jesus said, fell among thorns and, though they began to grow, these good plants were quickly choked out. Jesus said the thorns were "the cares of the world and the lure of wealth" (Matthew 13:22).
In a culture where having "enough" seems to have become a never-ending pursuit, Jesus' parable remains incredibly relevant. Many of us are chasing the American dream in ways that lead to stress, anxiety, and fear-thorns that can rob us of the ability to enjoy the abundant lives of purpose that God intended for us.
All of us have struggled with these issues at one time or another. They are important issues that we cannot ignore. This is why, in 2019, our Stewardship Campaign is called Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity. During this time we will explore what the Bible teaches us about financial management through a "Word of the Month", sermons, and testimonies from congregation members about what others have learned by working through financial challenges. Throughout the campaign we will provide you with some practical tools you can use to assess your financial situation and develop a financial plan with a biblical foundation.
At the conclusion of the campaign, we will have the opportunity to make personal commitments of our offerings to God through our church in 2020. We will consecrate these commitments in the worship service on Victory Sunday on November 10.
I hope you will join us in the coming months as we look at how we can manage our financial resources and truly experience simplicity, generosity, and joy.
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Combined Worship Service
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Our next combined worship service will be on March 31 in the Youth Building.
Immediately following the service we will meet in the CLC Gym
for some food, fun and most of all Fellowship. We will be celebrating the launch of our Turquoise Table Project.
Click here to sign up to attend and
mark the meal you can bring (just so we can keep track). We look forward to seeing everyone and spending this time of Fellowship together.
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Did You Know
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With the recent success of the Parks Place fundraiser, we have now moved past the planning phase and into the phase where we are receiving designs and quotes for the for major shelter attraction and other aspect of the park. We are very hopeful that with the approval of the Town of Blythewood of our plan and that of Church Council that we will begin seeing the implementation early in the spring.
Members of the committee have met with contractors and will be submitting plans for approval to the Trustees and ultimately the Town of Blythewood over the next few weeks.
A very exciting addition to our church and community.
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Hillclimbers
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Hillclimbers will meet on April 2 at 11am in the Youth Building. The SC Dulcimores will be doing a musical program. Lunch will be served and cost will be $8. Please register by emailing Elizabeth Lucas at
scladylucas@gmail.com. Everyone come on out for some great entertainment, food and best of all...fellowship.
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Children's Ministry News
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Easter Butterflies
Orders for Easter Butterflies have begun!! Just fill out an order form located in the bulletin and place in the offering plate. All orders must be turned in no later than Monday, March 18th. This will ensure timely delivery.
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We are ready to ROAR into VBS in June 2019!!
Volunteer m
eetings will be March 17 at 12pm in the Fellowship Hall and March 20 at 6pm in the youth building
- you don't have to attend both! All kinds of volunteers are needed. Come see how you can help out! If you can't make one of the meetings, contact
Kim Burns
and let her know you are interested in helping out.
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Need more information about Children's Ministry at Trinity? Contact Kim Burns,
Director of Children's Ministry.
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Abide News
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If you have youth aged 6th-12th grade, we have an opportunity for fun and fellowship you don't want to miss!
Sunday School 10:00am
Middle School Class 6-8th grades
High School Class 9-12th grades
Prayer Breakfast
For High School students on late start Wednesdays 8:00am
Abide Youth Group
Sundays Nights 5:00-7:00pm for 6th-12th grades
Our Youth Group focuses on real life issues that teens face daily. We have fun and fellowship, but we also volunteer in our community and teach others about Christ.
All youth are invited to attend our youth group, even if they aren't members of Trinity.
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Need more information about Abide or Youth activities at Trinity? Contact Hope Dove,
Director of Youth Ministry.
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Susana Wesley Circle
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March 18, 2019
6:30PM
Fellowship Hall
We will meet for an Irish dinner that will be prepared by Michele Dobson. Please join us for a great night of food, fun and best of all...Fellowship. If you would like further information, please contact Karen Hartman 803-513-3032.
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Christian Fellowship Survey
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March 31
9:30am
Sanctuary
Join us for a brief meeting on March 31 at 9:30am in the Sanctuary to discuss the results of the Christian Fellowship Survey.
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Fall Fest
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We are excited to announce that the Missions Team recently decided to have a Missions fundraiser on October 12th called "Fall Fest". This is essentially a "scaled down" version of Blythefest, with the emphasis being on crafts and baked goods. Fall Fest will be co-chaired by Renee Reschke and Ilona Scott, who will be scheduling a meeting soon, at which time they will invite individuals who want to participate, and begin the planning process. More information to follow when decisions are made.
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A Word from Our Team Chairs
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A Word from Outreach
Turquoise Tables
Are they green? Blue? Teal? Aqua? No, actually they are Sherwin Williams "Nifty Turquoise" and will be showing soon at a church near you!
On Sunday, March 31, the Outreach Team will unveil Turquoise Tables that will placed around the church property. Based on the book
The Turquoise Table by Kristin Schell, these tables are meant to be a
respite in a busy world. As the ultimate symbol of hospitality, Trinity will open these tables to all who visit, anytime of day, anytime of week. Our world longs for community and Trinity is the beacon in Blythewood that provides a safe place to sit, rest, abide and commune. Please join us on March 31 as we dedicate these tables to the glory of God and pray that they reach our community that longs to have a place to belong.
A special thank you to Dannie Hanna and the woodworkers group at Trinity
for painting the Turquoise Tables!
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Missions Team
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SAVE THE DATE
Festival of Tables
April 6
Enjoy a light lunch and dessert while learning more about the Epworth Children's Home and it's important mission here in the Midlands. Share in great fellowship and meet new friends among the beautifully decorated tables. All proceeds from this event will donated to the Epworth Children's Home. There are three ways to participate. Decorate and host a table for eight! You can pick your theme and use your creativity to set a pleasant table for a light lunch and dessert. Provide a scrumptious dessert for our 'out of this world' dessert buffet. Come and enjoy the food and fellowship. Tickets are $25 each and will be on sale on Sundays at the church. Contact
Judy Bailey if you would like to host a table or buy a ticket to attend.
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Christian Assistance Bridge
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God is truly amazing. The little red brick house that houses Christian Assistance Bridge (CAB) has literally helped care for thousands since its opening. For our community members that are living pay-check to pay-check, and one unexpected bill can be financially devastating. CAB volunteers meet with families in need, share the love of Christ, give them food, financial assistance and help them create a plan of action to help them get out of their financial crisis.
Christian Assistance Bridge is in desperate need of a renovation and food
pantry
expansion to meet the growing needs of our community. The $60,000 needed for the renovation seemed too big to conquer, but our God is a Big God. Newspring Church made a generous donation of $10,000 to get CAB started and then Michael P. Nieri, owner of Great Southern Homes and The Building Industry Charitable Foundation awarded $50,000 towards completing the project.
God is Good!! This expansion will be added on to the back of the building. This will allow CAB to request more food from companies in bulk and take in more food from community members during the high giving months, which will in turn help to provide for people during the summer months. This will also allow CAB to give to more families as well as expand their program in order to meet more families needs. CAB is awaiting the final drawings of the expansion from the architect and then it will come to Trinity and the city for permission and permits. Praise God for his provision and continue to pray for our volunteers as they minister to our community.
Kate Williams
Executive Director
Connect with us on Facebook or our Website .
Office Hours: Monday & Thursday 9am - 1pm
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Women's Self-Defense Class
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Richland County Sheriff's Department offers a FREE women's self-defense class. The class is a crime prevention program that utilizes techniques that are specifically designed for women to reduce the likelihood of victimization. This program empowers women to recognize their strengths and make sound decisions when faced with potentially dangerous situations. For more information about his program click here.
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Adult/Older Adult Opportunities
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Get Fit
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We are growing in numbers and getting fit! We have members of all ages who are taking advantage of the fun, fellowship and opportunity to exercise. Come every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00am - 10:00am in the CLC Gym (in the Child Care Center) as Sandy Hanna leads the group in exercises that are fun and different each time. Cost is $10 a month. No need to pre-register.
OASIS
(Older Adults Sharing in Song)
is composed of people who enjoy singing and who are willing to share their music and smiles with others. They meet Wednesdays at 5:00pm in the Choir Room. Performances are presented at various nursing homes and churches throughout the year.
Bridge for Everyone:
Bridge is held each Tuesday (except 1st Tuesday September through May due to Hillclimbers) at 1:00pm in the TUMC Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome. At 12:00pm, prior to the bridge playing, Bruce Beebe is offering refresher classes on bidding your hand. No registration needed.
Mexican Train: Come to the Fellowship Hall any Saturday at 1:00pm. Participants are willing to help beginners learn this domino game that is fun for all ages.
No reservations needed.
Small groups offer wonderful Christian Fellowship. We hope you will join us.
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Family Promise News
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Night of Promise
Night of Promise,
a gala to benefit Family Promise of the Midlands, will be held on March 23 from 6-9pm at 701 Whaley. This event will feature master of ceremonies Craig Melvin, news anchor on NBC's Today Show, a wine and beer open bar, hors d'oeuvres, dancing and a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at www.familypromisemidlands.org for $85 or $250 a pair; tickets will not be sold at the door. If you have any questions, please contact Sally Caver at 803-727-7021.
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Blended Worship Service 8:45am
Traditional Worship Service 11:00am
Contemporary Worship Service 11:00am - Youth Building
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
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Office (803) 786-1637
Church Fax (803) 786-6252
TCCC (803) 786-4999
TCCC Fax (803) 754-8402
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Trinity United Methodist Church
Post Office Box 864
Blythewood, SC 29016
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Church Staff
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Pastor Clyde Scott,
Senior Pastor
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Pastor Cheryl Rhodes, Associate Pastor
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Hope Dove
, Director of Youth Ministry
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| Kim Burns, Director of Children's Ministry |
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Jennie Steen,
Bookkeeper
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Tracy Barnes,
Administrative Assistant
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| Courtney Price, Pastors' Assistant |
cprice@trinityblythewood.com |
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Cathleen Barrow, Child Care Center Director
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Jami Watford, CCC Assistant Director
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jwatford@trinityblythewood.com |
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Save the Date
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March 18
March 21
March 21
March 25
March 28
March 29
March 31
March 31
April 2
April 2
April 4
April 4
April 8
April 9
April 9
April 11
April 14
April 15
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Susanna Wesley Circle Meeting (6:30pm, Fellowship Hall)
Sew Much Love (Sewing Group), (10:00am, Women's Classroom)
Dulcimores, (1:30pm, Fellowship Hall)
Mom's Morning, (9:00am, Fellowship Hall)
Morning Book Club, (10:30am Good News Classroom)
Square Dance/Hoedown, (6:00pm, Youth Building)
Combined Worship Service, (10:00am, Youth Building)
Fellowship Lunch, (11:30am, CLC Gym)
Hillclimbers, (11:00am, Youth Building)
Grapevine Wreath Class, (6:30pm, Fellowship Hall)
Sew Much Love (Sewing Group), (10:00am, Women's Classroom)
Dulcimores, (1:30pm, Fellowship Hall)
Mom's Morning, (9:00am, Fellowship Hall)
Ruby Brown Circle Meeting, (10:00am, Fellowship Hall)
Frances Creech Circle Meeting, (10:00am)
Trinity Book Club (7:00am, Contact Sherrie Payne)
UMW Annual Palm Sunday Bake Sale
Susanna Wesley Circle Meeting (6:30pm, Fellowship Hall)
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