Apalachicola, Florida...............................................................May 17, 2019
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The Wonderful Season of Eastertide
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All of the hub-bub of the Spring season is behind us and we wait for the lazy, hazy days of summer. Easter was just beautiful at Trinity Church; flowers, song, Easter Egg Hunts, and everyone adorned their Easter finery.
We now begin the wonderful season of Eastertide or The Great Fifty Days of Easter. The Great Fifty Days of Easter is the fifty days between Easter and Pentecost (celebrated this year on June 9). Eastertide is one of the seasons set aside to do one or two things differently from the rest of the church year. For one, we do not say the Confession or get Absolution during this time. It’s sort like the “everyone gets a pass for Easter” season. So, if you are wondering that something is left out of the service, that’s because it is!
We also continue to sing Easter hymns during this time. We celebrate the Resurrection every Sunday in Word and Sacrament and we focus on the Good News of Christ’s Resurrection during these fifty days.
The Tour of Homes, Evensong, Silent Auction, and Luncheon were a success. The Tour had 700 ticket holders come through the seven homes and two gardens; the Luncheon almost sold all their tickets; and, the Auction had a steady stream of people all day long. Many “OOOH’d and AHHH’d” at our historic church building and lots of questions were asked.
As usual, you were your gracious selves, welcoming people to this beautiful place, truly acting as the Body of Christ, in the world. I think many visitors return to this event because of your hospitality.
Christ welcomed all people into his circle of friends and followers. It is one of the most important embodiments of Christ’s love that we can adapt and practice continually.
May it never be:
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Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink? Matthew 25:37
Let it always be
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for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me,
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I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.’ “ Matthew 25:35-36
You are the Body of Christ shining brightly in a world that is broken. Your actions and your love will make this a kinder, gentler world where those who need food, shelter, clothes, drink, and love can turn.
-- Blessings be upon you, Donna+
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27th Annual Tour of Homes a Huge Success
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Tour guests purchased over 700 tickets for the 27
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Annual Historic Apalachicola Home & Garden Tour. Seven distinctive homes and two unique gardens delighted locals and tourists from as far away as Chicago.
The Episcopal Church Women served over 275 delicious lunches; the classic salad selection menu is a popular tradition during the tour day.
This year’s silent auction was a shopper’s paradise, with just over 200 bidders purchasing 325 auction/take-away items, plus 167 ‘buy it now’ items.
The Pillar Program exceeded its goal of $20,000, and donors are recognized in the tour brochure insert as well as at
apalachicolahometour.org
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Proceeds from the Home & Garden Tour are used exclusively for preservation of the three historic buildings owned by Trinity Episcopal Church.
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Tour Co-chairs Caroline Kienzle and Karen Kessel (left and right, above) enjoyed the after-party coordinated by Glen Siler and Evie Bettis (center).
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The Tour weekend kicked off with Evensong at Trinity, where the 122 attendees enjoyed a lovely service of music and prayer. Members of the Port St. Joe United Methodist Church Choir and the Bay Area Choral Society joined the Trinity Choir for Evensong. Pictured above are Paul Brown, Evensong Director; Neldys Christina, Soprano & Paul's wife; Ina Margaret Meyer, Organist; and Jessica Beasley, Piano Accompanist.
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PLEASE NOTE:
On Sunday, May 19, there will be one service at 10:30 am, with Morning Prayer lead by the Rev. Carol Wood.
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Three Graduate from Four-year EfM Program
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The Rev. Carol Wood recently presented certificates to Ralph & Susie Wagoner and to Jane Harris in recognition of their completion of the four-year Education for Ministry Program. The Rev. Martha Harris was also recognized for her years serving as an EfM mentor. To learn how you can join the next EfM class, contact Carol at 850-866-9850 or woodrink@gmail.com.
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A Note From Anna & Scott Keel
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Finance Committee Reports Positive Income Stream
The Trinity Finance Committee met on Wednesday, May 8 at which time we:
1. Reviewed the current status of the church’s finances; 2. Determined the operational areas in need of further monitoring; 3. Discussed financing for planned and unplanned expenditures to the physical plant, and; 4. Approved
a draw from the Young Fund to cover expenditures associated with the search for a permanent Priest.
(NOTE: While the committee makes the recommendation, the Vestry must approve such a draw.)
As of this writing, our income stream is looking positive. This is significant, as income during the summer months tends to fall off its usual robust levels of late winter and spring.
Any questions, please contact Ralph Wagoner (wagoner@augie.edu) or any other committee member and we’ll do our best to provide an answer.
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- To God Be The Glory, Ralph
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Trinity Honors Ina Margaret
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Ina Margaret Meyer, who recently retired as Trinity's organist, pianist, and choir master, was honored last Sunday for her many years of dedicated service. She cut into a tasty retirement cake, and received a commemorative painting by Ed Springer.
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Flower Arranging for Church & Home
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A group of 25 people from Trinity and surrounding churches participated in a flower arranging class offered at Benedict Hall last Saturday. Instructors were Mahaska Whitley and Mary Doug Buchanan,
(pictured, right, along with Dee Cruso)
long-time members of the flower guild of St. John's Episcopal Church, Tallahassee. Mahaska and Mary Doug gave pointers on the basics of flower arranging and demonstrated how to arrange formal altar flowers, sweeping arrangements of greenery, crescent-shaped arrangements, and informal arrangements for church receptions and the home. During the class, Mahaska and Nita Morgan prepared the altar arrangements you saw on Sunday, May 12. And, because no Trinity gathering is complete without a fabulous food spread, Rennie Edwards and Aglaia Dolan provided refreshments for the group.
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Three Foyer Groups Set For 2019 Gatherings
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Foyer groups are finally kicking off at Trinity for 2019. We have three groups of
10-12 people; all have set their first dinner date in May or early June. These groups are designed to bring folks together in members’ homes for food and fellowship. Each member or couple hosts once per year, and everyone contributes to the meal. Foyer groups have been meeting at Trinity for several years now, and participants have found them to be a great way to form new friendships and enrich old ones - and enjoy some fabulous food!
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The following letter invites you to support our School District.
You may also contact Cliff Butler at:
From the
FRANKLIN COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION
May 1, 2019
Dear Franklin County Community Member,
Each year, our schools honor one faculty member and one staff member, who has been selected by their peers as the School-Related Employee of the Year (SREY), and as Teacher Of the Year (TOY). Usually a banquet or some special event is held at the individual schools to recognize these individuals. This year, for the very first time, the Franklin County Education Foundation, will coordinate the banquet because for the very first time, one special event is being held to honor the SREY and TOY collectively from both the Apalachicola Bay Charter (ABC) School and from Franklin County School (FCS).
The banquet will be Tuesday, May 28, 2019 in the Cafetorium
of Franklin County School, 6-8 pm.
The Ed Foundation is extremely excited about this year's event, which unifies the faculty and staff from our entire county, and we are busily planning the banquet, with the desire to bring forth a very special night for the honorees. An occasion such as this requires funding to purchase needed items, such as food, decorations, and other things to make this a memorable time for all, especially those being recognized. Hence, we send this letter to you asking you to consider being a sponsor for this historic event.
Sponsorship is in four categories:
- Patron-donations up to $50
- Bronze-donations of $51-$100
- Silver-donations of $101-$250
- Gold-donations of $251+
As sponsor, you will receive an invitation to attend the event (respond as soon as possible due to limited seating), along with having your name listed on all print media, so we ask you to please say "yes" and give your donation to the Franklin County Education Foundation.
You can bring your check to the Franklin County School District Office in Eastpoint, or contact me via email (franklincef.fl@gmail.com) and I can arrange to have it picked up. Please know that your financial gift would be of tremendous help as we move forth with our plans and all funds not used this year will be used for next year's event, as well as other FCEF causes.
Thank you in advance for your support. Together, our students will soar!
Sincerely,
Elinor Mount-Simmons, FCEF Chair
Donna Duncan, FCEF Vice-Chair
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May 2019
If you have a conflict, please get someone to cover for you
and call the office with the changes
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May 19 May 26
Acolyte: 10:30-Debbie Flowers Acolyte: Bill & Fisher Van Der Tulip
Lectors: R. Wagoner & C. Springer Lectors: C. Brazsky & C. Clark
Prayers: Susan Galloway Prayers: Nancy Totman
Greeters: Ralph & Susie Wagoner Greeters: Charlie & Brenda Galloway
Chalice: P. McCartney & S. Wagoner Chalice: B. Jones & C. Springer
Healing: Kristin Anderson Healing: Kristin Anderson
Flowers: Wesley Chesnut Flowers; Evie Bettis
Altar Guild: R. Edwards & C. Springer Altar Guild: R. Edwards & C. Springer
Hospitality: Choir Hospitality: EfM
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Sunday Services are 8 am & 10:30 am, Eastern time
Church address: 79 6th Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320
Office address: 76 5th Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320
Mailing address: PO Box 667, Apalachicola, Florida 32329
Phone number: (850) 653-9550
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