Apalachicola, Florida...............................................................June 14, 2019
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Dear People of Trinity,
It is with love and gladness, and a bit of sadness, that I bid you farewell. The Vestry extended my contract to July 14 with the provision, if I received another call before July 14, I would accept it. I have accepted a call to serve Trinity Episcopal Church in Hattiesburg, Mississippi as their long-term Interim.
(God does have a sense of humor!)
My last Sunday with you will be Sunday. June 23. The movers are coming June 21 to pack and move me and I will leave after church on Sunday, June 23.
My first Sunday with Trinity, Hattiesburg is July 7. Please put Trinity, Hattiesburg on your prayer list as I begin a new call with them and we will put Trinity, Apalachicola on our prayer list.
You have done a lot of good work over the last year in preparation for your new Rector. I know you will welcome Eric+ in the same way you welcomed me, with warmth and enthusiasm. You are ready to launch into your next chapter and I am confident it will be an exciting time for all.
I am going to miss the rhythm of Trinity, Apalachicola Sunday mornings and the notorious Coffee Hour. I’ll miss all the comings and goings of the many people during the week. I’ll miss the beautiful campus and the beauty of the church building and the quirkiness of Apalachicola. I will miss you, the people of Trinity, who are Trinity Church.
I will miss Shannon -- please take care of her, she is a jewel. She loves Trinity and all the quirks that go along with being a Parish Administrator. She is part of the family.
I’ll keep up with you through the Facebook page and website.
I pray Blessings and Peace for you.
Donna+
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Readings for
June 16, 2019
, the First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday
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Trinity Sunday -- June 16
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Sunday, June 16, is Trinity Sunday.
In honor of our name day, we will have a combined service at 10:30 am (no 8 am service), followed by a luncheon in Benedict Hall.
The ECW will provide meat and drinks; please bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share.
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James "Jim" Anderson
Service of Christian Burial -- June 6, 2019
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Many friends, relatives, and admirers of Jim Anderson came together on June 6 at Trinity Episcopal Church to honor his life and to participate in his service of Christian burial. The Rev. Joe Hagberg of Panama City conducted the service.
Committal and Internment in the Memorial Garden
(left)
followed the service.
Below, Geri Anderson
(center)
with her sons Turk
(lower left)
and Robert
(upper right)
; her brother Tom McMurry
(lower right)
; and, her nephews Don & Tim Wilkinson
(upper left)
.
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Trinity Leadership at Work
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Finance Update
The financials for the period ending May 31 show an increase in income from most sources. This is good. The expenditure side is mixed, with most expenditure lines well within the expected parameters for this time of year.
There are several administrative areas that require attention and to that end, Shannon, Kim (our accountant), Gary, and I will be doing an in-depth analysis prior to the arrival of our new priest.
If you have any questions please ask either myself or a member of the Finance Committee: Kim Davis, CT Ponder, Lee Bettis, Tom Edwards, Ron Bence, and Toonie Waddell.
-- To God Be the Glory, Ralph
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Vestry June Meeting Summary
The Vestry met on June 10, 2019 with two members absent. For the first time since 2017, the Vestry approved a draw from the Young Fund for $12,000, as recommended by the finance committee, to off-set the cost of transition for our new rector.
Representatives from the Tour of Homes 2019 presented a check to the Vestry for $35,352.95. Legal protection of Trinityʼs logo is being addressed by the artist and her attorney. Betty Fugate will organize a defibrillator training for parishioners by September.
A pdf of the church directory will be emailed to parishioners, and those without a computer or printer access can request a copy from the church office. The cost for new Episcopal Church signage (the recognized national shield) will be investigated by Shannon.
The insurance deductible was reduced from 7% to 2% without any additional premiums for 2019. Discussion of organizing a new committee for the Memorial Garden will be added to Julyʼs agenda.
-- Angela Knox, Clerk of the Vestry
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Outreach Meets Summertime Needs
at Home and in Panama City
Trinity’s Outreach Team is responding to two summertime needs for youth and senior citizens in our area:
In Panama City, churches are teaming up to offer a city-wide Vacation Bible School series at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church to meet the summertime needs of children and families affected by Hurricane Michael. Trinity has sent a donation that will be used to purchase art/craft supplies and snacks, as well as meals for overnight volunteers for four sessions, starting July 9. These sessions will create a safe, fun, and spirit-filled experience for about 60 kindergarten through fifth grade children.
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Here in Apalachicola, Trinity responded to the Holy Family Senior Center’s “Summer Breeze Fan-raiser” by donating 10 box fans that will help keep seniors in our community cool during the summer months.
The need is still great, so if you would like to donate a fan, just purchase one at our local dollar or hardware stores, and drop it by Holy Family (203 Dr. Frederick S. Humphries St.), Monday-Friday between 10am & 2pm.
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Erica Head, Coordinator at Holy Family (right),
with Trinity's fan donations.
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Altar Flowers Can Provide a Beautiful Remembrance
You can memorialize, honor, or celebrate a family member, a friend, or an event with beautiful altar flowers. All you have to do is sign up on the Flower Chart in the Narthex; then complete the flower form hanging by the chart, and return it to the office once your date has been chosen. Trinity's Flower Guild will create the arrangement, or, if you prefer, you can provide the flowers yourself.
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Trinity Families Celebrate Graduates
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Brad Giordano,
nephew of Bella & George Rudo graduated from The Ohio State University with a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. Pictured (above) are Frank Rudo (George’s brother), George, Brad, & Bella. In August, Brad is heading to Madagascar for a year of mission work as part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America’s Young Adults in Global Mission.
Emerson Miles Watkins
, daughter of Steve Watkins (left), graduated Summa Cum Laude with High Honors in English from Colgate University in Hamilton, New York. She was also the recipient of the Scott Saunders Prize for Excellence in Literature.
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Emilie Marsaudon
, granddaughter of Ginger & Barry Lawson (above), recently graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.
Also, their grandson,
Wyatt Lawson
(right), moved from Elementary to Middle School in Helena, Montana.
NOTE:
If you have a graduate, or any other family celebration or get-together, please send your photo & information to: info@trinityapalachicola.org.
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Annika Callahan
(center above), granddaughter of Jane Callahan-Harris, graduated fro Marist High School in Atlanta. She's on to Georgia Tech like her father, mother, sister, and her au pair from Germany.
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Stay Informed During Hurricane Season
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It's hurricane season! You can stay informed with Franklin County's Alert System that allows Emergency Management to send a warning message to your phone, email, or both.
Also, be sure to download the EverBridge App on your smart phone. In addition, you can text the word "FRANKLINFL" to 888777 to anonymously sign up for emergency notifications.
Track tropical systems on the National Hurricane Center website:
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June 16 Father’s Day June 23
Acolyte: Debbie Flowers Acolyte: Bill & Fisher Van Der Tulip
Lectors: R. Mims & . Springer Lectors: CT Ponder & R. Wagoner
Prayers: Kristin Anderson Prayers: Susan Galloway
Greeters: Charlie & Brenda Galloway Greeters: Ralph & Susie Wagoner
Chalice: D. Crusoe & G. Austin Chalice: B. Jones & S. Wagoner
Healing: Kristin Anderson Healing: Kristin Anderson
Flowers: Wesley Chesnut Flowers: Evie Bettis
Altar Guild: J. Harris & N. Totman Altar Guild: J. Harris & N. Totman
Hospitality: Penny’s Worth Hospitality: Vestry
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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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