May 17, 2018 • Seventh Week of Easter
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Pastor's Note: "He knows not how"
The cluster of parables of growth in Mark 4 offer powerful images that put the focus on either the Sower, the seed or the soil (one parable does involve light but is closely connected to the others, especially the long parable of the sower). The...
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NOTICE: Special Congregational Meeting Called for Sunday, June 3, 2018
To all TCC Members,
A special meeting of the congregation of Trinitarian Congregational Church is called by the Moderator for the purpose of voting on a proposal to accept an $80,000 grant for improvements to Bradford Hall from the Town of Wayland, along with the terms and conditions presented in the Community Preservation Act Grant Agreement and the Historic Preservation Restriction Agreement as put forth by the Town. The meeting will be held in the sanctuary immediately following the 9:30 am service on Sunday, June 3, 2018.
The vote will take place in the sanctuary promptly at 10:45 am. If you usually come to the 11 am service, please plan on arriving early to vote.
Pursuant to our church bylaws, only members present at church at the time of the vote are permitted to cast a ballot; absentee voting is not permitted.
Click here to see:
Hard copies are available at the Connection Hub.
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THIS Saturday!!
Sacred Music Concert with Westgate Church
Saturday • May 19, 2018 • 7pm
The combined choirs of Westgate Church and Trinitarian Congregational Church, Wayland will present a concert of sacred music at Westgate Church at 7:00 pm on May 19th. The concert will feature
Cantique de Jean Racine
by Gabriele Fauré, Selections from the
Messiah
by George Frederick Handel,
Jubilate Deo
by Dan Forrest, and works by Adam Kurihara and Drew Halberstadt, performed by a 50-voice choir and chamber orchestra made up of students and adults from TCC and Westgate, plus Metro West community members. Drew Halberstadt and Adam Kurihara will conduct.
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Dessert Reception for May 19 Concert
Can you bring a dessert to share after our concert at Westgate Church on May 19th at 7pm? If you are able, please email Mimi Karys [
mkarys@rcn.com]. Thanks!
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Welcome Brunch in Phillips Hall THIS Sunday May 20 •
Noon-1P
Whether you’re brand new to TCC or have been attending a while and want to get more connected, we invite you to an informal gathering to meet the pastors and staff, learn about the mission and vision of TCC, and learn how to become more connected and grow in your faith. Please RSVP to Adam Kurihara at
adam@tccwayland.org.
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Just a couple spots left...
Please RSVP today!
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Membership Class in RM 205, THIS Sunday, May 20 11A-Noon
At TCC, we place a high value on membership because we believe that it is an important part of spiritual growth. While it is certainly possible to grow spiritually without being a member, there is a great benefit that comes from being a committed ...
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Men’s Basketball Tonight!
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The gym is open on Thursday nights from 7:45-9 pm for men’s pickup basketball. All are welcome. For more information, contact Sam Jackson at jsamjackson8@gmail.com.
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Prayer Vigil, Next Wednesday, May 23, 6 am to 6 pm.
Sign up Now!
Following in the heels of our past two virtual prayer vigils at TCC, let's gather together (virtually) over a period of 12 hours (6 am to 6 pm) on May 23 with prayers of thanksgiving for all the good things He has done, but also in reverential and quiet introspection before Him. May He bless our time together in His Presence on May 23!
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Attention Parents of all 2018 TCC Graduates
Please call or email the office with the name of your graduate’s high school or college
by June 12th
. Please include the name of the school and, if applicable, the degree earned or future plans. Our graduates will be recognized and honored in our church bulletin on June 17th.
Contact the office at 508-358-7717 or
office@tccwayland.org
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Parking and Being Respectful of our Neighbors’ Yards on Sunday Mornings
Thank you to all who park off-site to leave spots open in the TCC lot! One additional request… as you walk over to TCC, please be respectful of our neighbors! Avoid parking on their lawns, blocking their driveways or walking across their properties.
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Collection for the Teddy Sayonkon Foundation (TSF)
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Teddy continues his mission work in Liberia with efforts to collect clothes, shoes, school supplies, toys, backpacks, books and Bibles. If you would like to donate any of these items, please leave them in the designated collection area in the stairwell off the lobby. Financial help toward the cost for shipping is also greatly needed.
Teddy can be reached at: elwa08@yahoo.com or 978-761-5239.
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Vases for the Flower Guild?
The Flower Guild has asked that anyone having any of TCC’s large flower vases (the ones used to send flowers home), please return them. They will be “recycled” and used once again to spread the beauty of God’s creation.
Also, if you have any extra glass flower vases you would like to donate, please drop them off in the kitchen.
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Flower Donations for Sunday Services
Flowers for the Sunday services are made possible by the generous donations of members or groups who wish to give flowers in memory or in honor of a person or event. If you wish to donate flowers for a Sunday, please sign up at the Connection Hub or call the Church Office. $80.00 is the usual donation to cover cost of the flowers.
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Waypoint Adventure 2018 Fundraising Party
TCC's own Adam Combs is director of Waypoint Adventure, a local non-profit that challenges youth and adults with disabilities to discover their purpose, talents and strengths through adventure programs. Join them for a fundraising party on May 31st.
Read more
www.waypointadventure.org
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Starlight Walkathon this Saturday.
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Join Starlight Ministries on a walk to raise awareness and money for programs that serve the homeless population in Boston.
Saturday, May 19th at 9:00 am
Blackstone Square Park, South End, Boston
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If you are interested in an opportunity to serve families impacted by disability or in receiving more training on how to reach out to someone in your church affected by a disability please consider serving as a Short Term Missionary (STM) at
Family Retreat
this summer
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If you are unable to attend the retreat or are already planning on attending, please spread the word.
We are still in need of STMs, ESPECIALLY MEN!
You would be a blessing to us and the families we serve.
Retreat Dates:
Adult Family Retreat: June 2-7
Youth/Children Family Retreat: August 18-23
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What We’re Learning in LTA - MAY 20.
Pre-K:
We learn that we are all a part of God’s plan when we hear how Joseph saved the grain, which in turn saved an entire nation from starvation.
Story Focus: I am part of God’s plan.
We want preschoolers to know that each and every one of them is part of God’s big plan. What they do matters to Him, and they matter to Him.
K-5:
Bible Story
– Haman’s Plot Against the Jews, Esther 3-9
Bottom Line -
When you lie to help yourself, you hurt yourself instead.
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LTA Mission Opportunity
During the month of May, LTA will be collecting
new and gently used swimsuits for children living at the Henderson Settlement, a mission in the Appalachian Mountains of eastern Kentucky. The Settlement, located in the 2
nd poorest county in KY, provides a free summer recreation day program for 85-100 youth from kindergarten through high school. The program is in great need of basic summer necessities that many of the children cannot afford, such as swimsuits. Please touch base with your children and ask them to consider donating their old swimsuit to this program so campers can experience a healthy and cheerful summer. There is a collection box by the Children’s Ministry check in desk. Thank you!
Save the Date... Family Day! • June 10, 4 - 7pm.
Live music, food trucks, inflatables, games for all ages including corn hole. Bring donations to Family Day: can foods for local food pantries and used sporting equipment for Guatemala. More information to come!
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Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, May 18, HS/MS Guys Lock-In, 5p-9a.
SM Worship Service at 9:30 am this Sunday in Bradford Hall!
HS Small Groups and Confirmation Class this Sunday.
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The 2018 Sports Outreach Trip is happening this Summer, July 6-14, 2018! Don't miss this chance to compete against high school basketball and soccer teams in the Solola Region of Guatemala. This trip is for current Juniors/Seniors and College-Aged Students.
Click here for a Trip Overview. If you would like more information and an application, please email kylesmethurst@gmail.com
Berea Summer Camp 2018
Our Group is headed back to
Berea this Summer for Jr/Sr High Session #3, July 29th-Aug 4th! Register at Berea.org for this amazing week of Wacky Ball, Blobbing, Worship, Amazing Meals, Gaga, Inspiring Messages and More. Please email kylesmethurst@gmail.com to let us know that you've signed up!
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Volunteers Needed for Student Ministries!
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Bradford Kitchen is Under Construction.
We are pleased to announce that the remodeling of the kitchen in Bradford is underway!
Due to the construction, we cannot cook pancakes for a few weeks.
Could you provide bagels, donuts, fruit or anything that is easily cleaned up and requires no cooking?
We are not sure when the renovations will be done, but when they are, we can make pancakes again!
If you have any questions, please contact Jen or Nancy in the church office at 508-358-7717.
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Midweek Meals
On Wednesday evenings, before Middle School Midweek, our Student Leadership meets for fellowship and to prepare for the activities of the evening. Since they meet during the dinner hour, we need meals to feed 10.
Please contact Jen Calverley or Nancy Griffin at 508-358-7717 or email frontdesk@tccwayland.org to sign up!
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Music and Worship Ministry
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Join the Worship Team!
This spring many regular musicians are away and some space is open for new musicians to join. If you play an instrument and would like to be a part of the worship team email adam@tccwayland.org
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Adult Ministries and Bible Studies
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Those who were unable to attend the Men's Forum with Ken Barnes can listen to the talk here!
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Men’s Evening Bible Study... Now on Summer Hiatus
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Watch for our speaker series called “Men’s Forum.” on Wednesday Nights.
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Saturday Morning Saints
Men’s Bible Study
Light breakfast and Bible Study from
7:30 am-9:00 am. All men are welcome to join us!
For more information, contact:
or
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 am.
This class is taught by Rev. Allan Baldwin. Join us as we explore John’s Gospel and its focus on knowing, serving, and enjoying Jesus Christ.
Wednesday Bible Study Podcasts
Visit
http://tccspecial.podbean.com/ to hear our Wednesday Bible Study teachings. You can also find the link to the recordings on our website; on the bottom of the TCC Sermons page is a "Special Event Recordings" link.
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Mom to Mom
Friday mornings, 9:30 am - 11:15 am
Now on Summer Hiatus! See you in fall.
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Women's Bible Study
Thursday Morning Women's Bible Study (WBS) is Now on Summer Hiatus…
See you in the fall!
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Knit Together (K-Tog)
Mondays at 10 am-12 pm & 7 pm-9 pm in the parlor.
People of all ages and experience levels invited to this informal knitting group.
Questions: Susan Foster 508-358-5852
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Here at TCC, we are passionate about cultivating authentic community. Throughout the week, LIFE groups meet and rely on Bible study, discussion, practical yet compassionate care to encourage, befriend and help each other grow in relationship with Christ. We have groups in Wayland, Weston, Sudbury, Natick and Hudson who would love to have you join them! For more information, contact Kyle Smethurst at kylesmethurst@gmail.com.
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Greeting Ministry
Greeters stand in the lobby and doors to help people into the building safely. Arrive at 9 am and help us foster a welcoming community.
Usher Ministry
Ushers are absolutely critical in helping newcomers form their first impression of TCC. You help set the tone for the worship experience to come. You are representatives of God’s kingdom.You’re not just opening doors, providing information, handing out bulletins or collecting the offering, you are making people feel welcome!
Sunday Hospitality / Coffee Hour
If you enjoy having a cup of coffee while chatting with others during the 10:30 Fellowship time, please sign-up (alone or with your Small Group) to host a coffee hour!
You don’t even have to provide snacks – just make, set up and then clean up the coffee and tea
!
(Easy instructions provided – click here to see what is involved!)
Participation gives you and your group an opportunity to serve the Lord and is greatly appreciated by your fellow members.
Counters
Are you accurate and reliable? Volunteers count the weekly offering (mostly checks for deposit) each Sunday, and we are in need of new helpers. Offering counters work in pairs.
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This year we are partnering with three local organizations to help us achieve the greatest impact in serving our community. We believe that working alongside local Christian organizations is the best way to serve our community. We also believe that serving the poor is an essential part of the Christian faith. If you are not yet involved in one of these ministries, sign up yourself and/or your LIFE group today!
For more information, please contact Jen Calverley or Nancy Griffin at 508-358-7717 or email frontdesk@tccwayland.org.
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The Bridge House
The Bridge House, located in Framingham, is a faith-based recovery home for men with substance abuse problems. Their program provides individualized treatment including counseling to support the spiritual, physical, social and intellectual health of each person in recovery. TCC would like to provide a meal for 50 to Bridge House every month.
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Pearl Street Cafe
Pearl Street Cafe provides dinner for 50-100 people every weeknight. TCC will provide 12 volunteers to serve dinner there every 1st and 5th Monday of the month from 4:30-7 pm. It's a great way to serve others in our community and no cooking experience is required. We simply wait on tables and serve food prepared by the Pearl St. Cafe staff
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There is no age restriction on the volunteers. We hope you will join us and serve!
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Open Table
Open Table is a local food pantry located in Maynard. We have short opening and closing shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday evenings to serve. Adults and High School age students can volunteer at the Open Table food pantry.
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SPREAD THE WORD...
OUR FOOD PANTRY IS OPEN and fully stocked!
If you are in need, or if you know someone who is, such as a single parent, those on a fixed income, are unemployed or others who could use a helping hand, please feel free to visit the church office for assistance from our Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. Our food pantry is open on Sundays and during regular church office hours.
Donations to the TCC “Loaves & Fishes” Food Pantry are gratefully accepted. There is a collection bin on a table near the lobby stairwell. We only accept donations of non-perishable food and personal items. WE RESPECTFULLY ASK YOU NOT TO DONATE ANY OPEN OR EXPIRED ITEMS – WE JUST HAVE TO THROW THEM AWAY!
TOP ITEMS NEEDED:
Tomato Paste
Women’s Razors
Pine Sol / Mr. Clean
If you have any questions regarding donations, contact Diane or David Newcomb at diane.newcomb@comcast.net or david.newcomb@comcast.net
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