The mission of Trinity Church is to share Christ's love and grace in a vibrant community whose joyful spirit empowers people to do God's work.
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The parish survey is now available, both in hard copy and on-line. Members of the Discernment Committee – Karla, Alda, Bruce, Prudence, Paige, Chris, and Dan -- do not take a lot of credit for it, saying humbly that they began with a template, but it is a very good survey that is tailored for our parish. I took it on-line and found it very easy to navigate. The amount of time it takes depends on the depth of your answers. The survey questions were a very good way for me to reflect on just what direction I’d like to see Trinity take in the next several years. Some of the questions were quite introspective for me, so taking the survey was not just for data for the parish profile, but also a good way for me to think about Trinity and my place in it. I hope you will find the survey leading you on such paths of, well, discernment, and that’s what this is all about.
We are entering the time of year when we focus on stewardship and how we give our gifts, both monetarily and personally. In some ways, the money part is easier than the personal part. There are no set guidelines for either, but giving generously has always been a part of the Trinity tradition. The time without a rector requires us to rethink who does what in our church, and I hope you’ll take this time to decide where your heart and skills and personal budget take you for the next year.
Some volunteer opportunities are kind of one-shot deals – School Dressing Days, grounds clean-up, and Elf Sunday, for example -- allowing busy parishioners an opportunity to help without making a huge time commitment. I like to invite my non-Trinity family members, especially my granddaughters, to participate in these. Others require a more regular time commitment, such as Tuesday night Outreach, Sunday School teaching, and Altar Guild. Some efforts require special talent, such as belonging to the choir or the Saturday night Trinity band or leading a Bible study or book group. Work and family responsibilities surely limit volunteer time, but some parishioners figure out how to contribute a few hours, regardless. Two of the people who help prepare Micah breakfast show up at 6:30 AM on Friday, help significantly, and then leave to go to their jobs. Most of the Vestry members this year are still working and several have young families. Yet they volunteer their time. So there is something for everyone, regardless of age, family, and work status.
During our time of transition, if you have a pastoral concern and wish to speak to a priest, please call the church office at 540-373-2996. If the office is closed, please call the Senior Warden Claire Curcio at 540-479-6988 or 540-903-3939 or the Junior Warden Barry Holliday at 540-786-0552.
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Trinity Parish Survey
Parish surveys are being completed! If you haven't already completed yours, please take some time to do so. For those who prefer to take the anonymous and confidential survey online, please use this URL:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/discern2019
. Printed surveys are available in the church entryway. Completed printed surveys will be collected at the offertory each Sunday in October. There's also a collection point in the entryway. We want to hear from you!
Trinity Discernment Prayer
O Everlasting, Omniscient, and Loving God
We confess that our daily worries and concerns
often blind us to your voice and guidance in our lives.
We thank You for this time of change,
may it be an opportunity to grow together more closely
as followers of your son Jesus Christ
as we work to discern your path forward for our congregation.
We pray that You will watch over the Bishop, diocesan transitional
ministry team, the parish clergy, members of our vestry,
and the other leaders of our church as they lead us on a new path for our parish.
We pray for the members of the discernment committee
as they endeavor to do Your holy work in calling a new rector for Trinity.
We pray for all the members of our parish family during this time of transition
that we come closer to You and feel your presence in our hearts.
Amen.
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Top off your holiday weekend on Monday, October 14th
from 5:30 until 7:00pm at Trinity's ITALIAN DINNER in Barber Hall!
Specially prepared lasagna with braised beef short ribs, garlic bread, meatballs, salad, pasta topped with a variety of homemade sauces,dessert and beverages for all ages will be served at this annual event.
Delizioso!
Please join your Trinity family for a memorable evening of good food and fellowship.
All proceeds support the outreach efforts of
Trinity's Brotherhood of Saint Andrew chapter.
Mangia! Mangia!
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We regret to inform you of the death of Carl Anderson, Nancy Russler's, son. A service for Carl will be held on Saturday, October 19th, at 11:00 AM. There will be a reception following the service. If you would like to HELP WITH THE RECEPTION, you may sign up
online
, or on the sign-up sheet on the church door, or call the office (540) 373-2996. The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God.
BAPTISM CLASSES for those seeking to be baptized on the Feast of All Saints, November 3rd, will begin on Saturday, October 12th at 10:00 AM in the Lounge. Please contact the
church office
for further information.
If you have recently borrowed any MICROPHONES OR MUSIC STANDS from the church, please contact the
office
to let us know. Thank you!
TRINITY MEN - Do you like to sing but don't want to commit to long-term choir rehearsals? Here's your opportunity to have fun with an easy all men's piece, "Climbin' Up the Mountain Children". We will be singing Sunday, November 10th at the 11 AM Eucharist. Rehearsals for this piece will be on two Thursdays: October 24 and November 7th at 7:00 PM in the choir room. Email
Denise
if you have questions.
The CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT GROUP will meet tomorrow, October 10th, from 10 - 11:30 AM in the Health Ministries Room. Men and women who are caregivers for a disabled or ill adult or child are invited to attend the meeting. Call Randall (540-207-0600), Brenda (540-226-2628), or Claire (540-479-6988) for more information.
The Health Ministry Committee will be sponsoring BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS on Sunday, Oct. 13th between the morning services. Do something good for yourself by heading down the hall to the Health Ministries room for your check.
The HEALTH MINISTRY COMMITTEE will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15th at 1:30 PM in the Health Ministries room.
Our TRINITY BLOOD DRIVE will be November 2nd from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM in Barber Hall. You may sign up after the services on Sundays Oct. 20th and 27th. You can also go online to
redcrossblood.org
to pick your time and sign up. Let's help the American Red Cross save lives by having a good turnout on November 2nd.
SOURCE OF HELP FOR PARISHIONERS: Should someone you love be living with addiction related issues, finding a listening ear or sources of help may be confusing and problematic. You may not realize that Trinity’s Health Ministry Committee stands ready to join you in identifying local resources designed to support both the addicted person and those who care about him/her. Confidentiality will be honored. For additional information, contact the committee’s chairperson,
Brenda Chase
.
YOUTH NEWS AND EVENTS
The JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP'S next meeting is this Sunday, October 13th from 11:30 – 1:30 PM in Jamison Hall. This is a very important meeting! We will be working on the final plans for the children’s Harvest Party. Your input and energy are needed. Be there or be square. If you have any questions, please contact
Sam Burton
.
CLUB 45’ers, don’t forget your next meeting, on Sunday, October 20th, will be helping with the Halloween Party for the little children.
HALLOWEEN PARTY FOR TRINITY CHILDREN. The Junior and Senior Youth Groups and Club 45 will host a Halloween Party/Harvest Festival for Trinity’s littlest ghosts and goblins (ages 3 – 8) on October 20 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM in Jamison Hall. There will be fun games, face painting, a costume contest, and prizes for everyone! A lunch of chicken nuggets, fries, and veggie sticks with dip will be served. Parents, if you have any questions, or would like to help with this event, please contact
Sam Burton
.
Parents, if you have not yet registered your child for SUNDAY SCHOOL, a registration form can be found on the table in the entryway of Jamison Hall (the Christian Education building). If you have any questions, please contact
Sam Burton
.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH - SAVE THE DATE! The Senior High Parish Youth Ministries Retreat at Shrine Mont will be held November 1 – 3, 2019. All youth in high school are invited to attend. Trinity will pay half the tuition for each youth, so each person pays $75.00 plus money for lunch on the way home. More information and registration forms coming soon. Parents, Sam Burton will be unable to attend the event. If you are interested in chaperoning, please contact
Sam Burton
.
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Wednesday, October 9
12:30 pm Trinity GEMS (K/BH)
4:00 pm Blessings in a Backpack (K)
5:00 pm Evening Prayer (IB)
6:30 pm Executive Committee Meeting (R)
7:00 pm Vestry (BH)
Thursday, October 10
AM Blessings in a Backpack delivery
10:00 am Caregivers' Support Group (Rm 14)
7:00 pm Musicians' Rehearsal (CR)
Friday, October 11
Saturday, October 12
8:00 am Brotherhood of St. Andrew (BH)
9:15 am Pastoral Care Committee (L)
10:00 am Baptism Class - First (L)
Sunday, October 13
Blood Pressure Checks
9-11:15 am Cafe Trinity
10:15 am Sunday School
10:20 am Casual Adult Ed (L)
12:30 pm Fun Stars (J)
Monday, October 14
5:30 pm Trinity Italian Dinner (K/BH)
6:00 pm Yoga
Tuesday, October 15
10:30 am Tuesday AM Book Group (L)
12:00 pm Knaughty Knitters (L)
1:30 pm Health Ministries Meeting (Rm 14)
5:00 pm Campus Ministry Meal & Worship
(The House)
5:30 pm Tuesday Night Outreach (J)
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Wednesday, October 16
12:30 pm Trinity GEMS (K/BH)
4:00 pm Blessings in a Backpack (K)
5:00 pm Evening Prayer (IB)
6:30 pm Daughters of the King (L)
Thursday, October 17
AM Blessings in a Backpack delivery
7:00 pm Musicians' Rehearsal (CR)
Friday, October 18
Saturday, October 19
11:00 am Burial Service & Reception - Anderson (N/K/BH)
5:30 pm T.A.G. Movie Night (K/BH)
Sunday, October 20
Blood Drive Sign-Up
9-11:15 am Cafe Trinity
10:15 am Sunday School
10:20 am Casual Adult Ed (L)
11:30 pm Halloween Party (J)
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