Trinity Episcopal Church - eMessenger
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Prayer is when you talk to God. Meditation is when you listen to God.
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Our pets are a blessing to us…Thank You for joining us in blessing them.
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Thank you to all those who attended the Blessing of the Animals this past Sunday.
Photos by Gia Viggiano
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Upcoming Calendar Events
Choir Practice 6:30 pm Thursdays and/or 9:00 am Sundays
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10/14 - 8:00 a.m. - Rite I Holy Eucharist - Sanctuary
10/14 - 9:30 a.m. - Adult Forum - Eaton Hall
10/14 - 10:30 a.m. - Rite II Holy Eucharist - Sanctuary
10/14 - 5:30 p.m. - Rite II Holy Eucharist - Come As You Are - Sanctuary
10/15 - 6:00 p.m. - Women's Bible Study - Kelso Library
10/8 - COLUMBUS DAY (observed) - Church Office and School Closed
10/17 - 10:00 a.m. - Daughters of the King - Eaton Hall
10/21-25 - Trinity Episcopal School Annual Book Fair - Eaton Hall (downstairs)
SAVE THE DATES:
OCTOBER 28
- Newcomer's Dinner - Eaton Hall
NOVEMBER 10
- St. Vincent's House benefit - Honoring The Rev. John and Joal Donovan - Eaton Hall
Coffee and refreshments now available in downstairs Eaton Hall following morning services!
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Our Rector, The Reverend Susan Kennard is on sabbatical leave until November. In her absence, please contact our Associate Rector, The Reverend Edward Thompson for pastoral care at 504.320.4857.
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SHARE YOUR HOLIDAYS FOOD DRIVE
Trinity is again participating in the “Channel 13-Share Your Holidays Food Drive.” Brown paper bags are located in the Narthex with an attached list of suggested items. Please pick up a couple on your way out. The filled bags can be brought to the office during the month of October. Hunger never has a season and this is a worthy outlet for our own blessings.
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At Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church-1824 Ball
11 am-8 pm Saturday, Noon-6 pm Sunday. Donation of $2.00
Church Tours, Lots of Greek Foods, Greek Wines, Greek Dancing,
Paintings, Jewelry, Gift Shop and more.
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TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT……
VESTRY AND DIOCESAN COUNCIL DELEGATES NOMINATIONS
The Nominating Committee of our vestry will begin meeting later this fall to put together slates of candidates for vestry and diocesan council delegates/alternates. Please consider whether you are called to serve in one of these roles. Or perhaps you would like to suggest a fellow parishioner who would be great! Vestry terms are three years and new members will be elected at the Annual Parish meeting in January. The vestry meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. for about 1 ½ hours.
If you desire to nominate someone, please send their information to Senior Warden, John Speich at
speich@sbcglobal.net
. Also feel free to talk to Dan Freeman, Jerry Jackson, Carolyn Clyburn and Susan Duif – or any vestry member.
This year a new Bishop Suffragan for the West Region (Austin area) will be elected at Council and there will be a Bishop Candidate Walk-About at Camp Allen on
January 5.
The 2019 Diocesan Council is scheduled for
Feb. 21-23 at The Woodlands
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SECURITY MEASURES
Effective immediately, by directive of the Vestry, the entrance doors on Ball Street (office entrance) will be locked at all times. Please ring the doorbell on the right of the door for entry
Sunday entry will only be through the Cloister door.
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NEWCOMER'S DINNER
October 28 - Eaton Hall
We invite you to
Dinner with the Clergy at 6 pm on Sunday, October 28
in downstairs Eaton Hall
. For more visitor information and dinner details, please contact Carolyn at inv
ite.welcome.connect@trinitygalv.org
or 713.320.8612.
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God gave us music that we might pray without words
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We invite you to join the Trinity choir with rehearsals on Thursday evenings, at 6:30 p.m., in the Choir Room.
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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
October 14 - Kim Kitchen
October 15 - Carolyn Speich
October 16 - Louis Reeg
October 18 - Mary Cooper
October 18 - Layne Dearman
October 18 - John Ferguson
October 20 - Carroll Pfeiffer
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9:30-10:15 a.m. in Eaton Hall (downstairs)
Pease join us each week as we continue our discussion
of Collects of the Church Year.
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The Collect for this Sunday highlights the concept of
GRACE
. We pray that God’s grace may “always precede and follow us,” or what some call “prevenient grace.” What does that mean for us in a world full of so much self-importance?
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NEW WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Armor of God
A 7-week video driven Bible Study and group discussion, by Priscilla Shirer will be our next class.
On Mondays
• 5:30 - 7:00 pm in the Kelso Library
• Child Care available, if needed (let us know)
• Bring a snack to share.
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GODLY PLAY
Time: 10:15 a.m.,
Godly Play Room next to Nursery
This Week’s Godly Play Story is
The Holy Trinity
Our nursery is staffed EVERY Sunday
from 8 am - noon
for newborns through age 3.
Children, ages 4 through 5th grade
, are invited to attend
Godly Play
Sunday School in the chapel on the cloister and will be returned to their parents in the Church at the Peace.
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Y.E.S. -YOUTH ENCOUNTER SPIRIT, 6th-8th GRADERS
NOVEMBER 16-18 AT CAMP ALLEN, NAVASOTA, TEXAS
Youth of the Diocese focus on “who Christ is.” The aim is for those who attend to discover new things about themselves, their relationships, God, and the church. Music and games are a very important part of the weekend. Registration deadline is November 5. Register online at Episcopal Diocese of Texas YES.
$65 includes meals and lodging.
HAPPENINGS #161
NOVEMBER 16-28, 2018 AT CAMPSITE #3
CAMP ALLEN IN NAVASOTA, TEXAS
Who May Attend?
Any student in 9th - 12th grade (as of November) may attend Happenings. Adults who are involved in youth ministry are also encouraged to attend.
The Happening Movement is a powerful instrument of renewal in the Church. Its purpose is to concentrate closely on the person and teachings of Jesus. Our faith is seriously examined in a relaxed, fun, informal and loving atmosphere. It is an experience that gives attendees the desire to understand and serve God through the Church.
Registration Deadline for Happenings #161 is NOVEMBER 5.
Register online at Episcopal Diocese of Texas Happenings.
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TRINITY EPISCOPAL YOUTH
LEADERS
Peyton Heinze
Reverend Susan Kennard (after November)
Fr. Ed Thompson
REMINDER:
Any parents anticipating volunteering or chaperoning this group for any activity must take the SafeGuarding God’s Children course BEFORE the event.
Watch for dates of classes throughout the year.
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SAVE THE DATE!
SALLY B. WALLACE AWARDS
OCTOBER 13, 4-6:PM. IN EATON HALL
Trinity will be hosting this year’s
SALLY B. WALLACE AWARDS
with a reception in Eaton Hall. Eaton Hall has been nominated for an award and this is an opportunity to show it to the public. There is no charge for the event, but guests must register on the Galveston Historical Foundation website to reserve a ticket.
http://www.galvestonhistory.org/
. This annual awards ceremony is named after the late Sally B. Wallace who was a driving force behind Galveston’s preservation movement. Sally and her family were long-time members of Trinity Church.
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CAUTION!
The steps and floors in Eaton have been refinished and are beautiful. However, they are extremely slick. Holding on to the railing is absolutely necessary. So is the upstairs floor.
NEEDED:
Our architect Graham Luhn wants to know if anyone just happens to have some 3’ or 4’ wide oriental carpet that would cover the length of the stairs and the landing?
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HALLOWEEN TOUR:
FROM GRAVEYARD TO THE VINEYARD
through the Episcopal Cemetery (4001 Ave. K) and
The Carr Mansion (1103-33
rd
Street)
Wednesday, October 31, 6-9 pm
Take a stroll through our historic Episcopal Cemetery, then meet for wine and snacks afterward at the 1866 Carr Mansion to discuss all we’ve seen. Kathleen Maca, author of
Galveston’s Broadway Cemeteries
, will regale the group with tales of some of those who rest in the cemetery complex including heroes to villans, notorious to noteworthy, stunning artwork, Civil War history, surprising trivia, a murderer buried with her victims, feuding family members, a Mardi Gras murder and one resident ghost! Each adult will receive 2 tickets which may be exchanged for glasses of wine when meeting at the Carr Mansion following the tour. There will quite possibly be more talk of Island ghosts over wine.
Guests should be able to walk comfortably for an hour long tour and be aware of uneven sidewalks. No video or radio recordings allowed.
Guide is Kathleen Maca,
author of
Galveston’s Broadway Cemeteries
Tickets must be purchased prior to the event at
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SAVE THE DATE
Saturday November 10, 2018
Chapters of Change
benefitting St. Vincent's House
This event will honor Trinity's own The Rev. John and Joal Donovan!
Tickets begin at $100.
Contact Bonnie Farmer at
and information
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BISHOP HECTOR MONTEROSSA
WILL BE AT TRINITY TO ADMINISTER THE SACRAMENTS OF BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATON
AT THE 10:30 AM SERVICE ON NOVEMBER 11
BAPTISM
: We invite anyone of any age who has not been Baptized or has a child that you would like to have Baptized, to please register with the church office and complete the application form.
CONFIRMATION:
Candidates for Confirmation must be in 6
th
grade through Adult. Confirmation classes will be offered on two different dates to be posted soon.
If you would you like to receive either or both sacraments please contact the church office (409.765.6317) as soon as possible.
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TURKEYS FOR ST. VINCENT'S HOUSE
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY
Last year St. Vincent’s House provided well over 500 Thanksgiving meals in our community. This year they plan to deliver prepared meals to over 450 people at Holland House, Gulf Breeze, Ada House and the Oaks Housing Development. For many years Trinity has generously supported this mission with the purchase of Thanksgiving turkeys. If you would like to participate in this outreach project, please make a check to Trinity Episcopal Church and write
“Turkeys for St. Vincent’s”
on the memo line.
The deadline for contributions is Nov. 11.
Thank you for sharing your blessings
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During the week of November 13, St. Vincent’s House will provide Thanksgiving food boxes to fifty families in need. The food boxes will consist of canned goods, stuffing mix, cake mix and a frozen turkey. We will be asking for helping hands with this project. Stay tuned for date and time. Sally Byrom will be chairing this project.
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Trinity is happy to announce the formation of a
LGBTQ Social Group
for all who are interested (especially Episcopalians.)
For further details please contact:
Rev. Susan Kennard at 409.765.6317, susankennard@sbcglobal.net
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH (AND OTHERS)
LGBTQ SOCIAL GROUP MISSION STATEMENT
It is our mission to provide an inclusive environment for Galveston’s Episcopalian LGBTQ Community (and others; their spouses, friends, those of other denominations and all LGBTQ individuals regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression) to gather for fellowship in a social environment that fosters the opportunity to meet new people, offer support and network as well as participate in cultural events of interest to all who choose to come.
We will be meeting in the homes of those who choose to join the fellowship.
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Can't make the Sunday morning celebration?
We have a 5:30 pm Holy Eucharist every Sunday!
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GOSPELS & SERMONS
Missed church on Sunday? Want to listen again to a past Gospel or Sermon?
Now you can! When available, we'll try to post links to Sound Cloud of each week's
Gospel and Sermon. (taped during 10:30 am service each week)
Click Here
for Gospel and Sermon from October 7, 2018
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The Reverend Susan Kennard
Rector - Trinity Episcopal Church
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The Reverend Edward Thompson
Associate Rector - Trinity Episcopal Church
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The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Assisting Priest - Trinity Episcopal Church
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The Reverend David Dearman
Assisting Priest - Trinity Episcopal Church
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WILLIAM TEMPLE CENTER (WILLIE T'S)
An Episcopal Ministry to College and UTMB Students
Larissa Botik, Executive Director
We welcome dessert donations or if you would like to volunteer, call me at 409.599.1457 or wtecgalveston@gmail.com.
WILLIAM TEMPLE EPISCOPAL CENTER
Still Feeding and Serving UTMB Students Every Week
WEDNESDAYS AT WILLIE T’S
The William Temple Foundation serving UTMB and college students on the Cloister at Trinity - Contact Larissa Botik at
wtecgalveston@gmail.com
5-6 pm - Wednesdays - Sanctuary Open for Prayer - Sanctuary
5:30-6 pm - Wednesdays - Evening Prayer at the Altar - Sanctuary
6 pm - Wednesdays - Free homemade, hot dinner for students - Eaton Hall
WANTED
: Someone to assemble our new life size, skeleton. It has all bones and muscles marked. We hope this helps our students study!
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If God answers your prayers, He is increasing your faith;
If He delays; He is increasing your patience.
If He doesn’t answer, He has something better for you.
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News from Trinity Episcopal School
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PRAYERS OF HEALING FOR
John Clyburn, Brenda Atchley, Carlotta Coffman, Stephen Boling, Judy Giovannini, Fred Schlemmer, Bill Macdonald, Butch Kelso, Ruben Rincon, Robert LeFeber, Kathleen Collins and Leo Mack
OUR ONGOING PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED FOR
Mike Ellis, Frank Fotony, Rodney Winzel, Leslie Sandiser, Lisa Schweitzer, Ellen Parkey, Cynthia Vought, Sissy Howell, Brad Thomas, Betty Schroeder, Cheryl Kelly, Peggy McMullen, Chase and Keaton Adams, Genie Tavener Rolfe, Lillian Mayes, Kevin Godleski, Jerry Cooper, Mary Cooper, Guy Griffith, Robert Hutchins, David Edwards, Elizabeth Stamile, Karen Rudenberg, Belva Funke, Louise Campbell, Will Blackshear, Frances Townsend, Mindy Bollinger, Margaret Lee, Phillip Head, Billy Garrison, Daryl Wilson, Rose Farmer, Kyle Brown. Ross Grief, Leta and Joe Higgins, Jimmy Yeatman, Howard Hoover and Bunnie Zapalac.
We are updating our prayer list. Please notify the office if your loved
ones and/or friends have recovered or need to remain on the prayer list.
PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE
John R. Kelley, Jarrod Johnson, John Wilkinson, Bo Lollar, John Kelso, Jr., David Middleton
and Nick Toombs
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ALTAR FLOWERS
The Altar Flowers today are given by Kathleen Galbraith to the
Glory of God
and in Celebration of her son
Justin's Birthday.
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TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
October 14, 2018
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LEADERS IN SUNDAY'S LITURGY
8:00 a.m. – Rite I
Lector ---
Claudia Stein
Worship Leader
--- Claudia Stein
Eucharistic Minister
--- Claudia Stein
Sermon ---
The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Celebrant
--- The Reverend David Dearman
Altar Guild
--- Betty Head and Cheryl Tucker
Ushers
--- Claudia Stein and John Speich
9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School - Eaton Hall Downstairs
We will continue our study of the Collects of the Church Year
10:15 a.m. – Godly Play
10:30 a.m. – Rite II with Music and Choir
Organist
--- Ron Wyatt
Current Choir
Natalie Cardona, Isaias Degollado, Gretchen Lindquist,
Gayle Monsour, Edgar Moore, Bill Noble, Joanna Thompson,
Mary Townsend, Cheryl Tucker, Patty Wood
Pr
é
lude
---
Prelude, Maurice Durufl
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Elevation, Marcel Dupr
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Hymns
--- 475, 683, 655
1st
Lesson
--- Amos 5:6-7, 10-15
Chris Thomas
Psalm
--- 90:12-17
2nd Lesson
--- Hebrews 1:4:12-16
Elaine Culver
Gospel
--- Mark 10:17-31
Offertory Anthem
--- Cantate Domino, Guiseppe Pitoni
Sermon ---
The Reverend Douglas Tucker
Celebrant
--- The Reverend The Reverend David Dearman
Eucharistic Ministers
--- Elaine Culver and Catherine Polk
Communion Anthem
--- Soul of My Savior, Richard Shephard
Postlude
– Fanfare, Guy H. Eldridge
Usher Team II
Kathy VanDewalli, Team Leader
Keith and Shannon Davis, Bill Leopold,
Paul and Olivia Selman, Mary Lou Shuffler and John VanDewalli
Altar Guild
Weekday
--- Trish Clason
Sunday
--- Jacque Ellis, Bill Kennard and Melanie Noble
Godly Play
--- Danielle Alvarado, Linda Alvarado and Kay Perkins
Youth Group
--- Peyton Heinze, Larissa Botik, Jennifer Haglund
E-Messenger
--- Kathy VanDewalli
Newcomers/Visitors Ministry
--- Carolyn Speich
William Temple Ministry
--- Larissa Botik
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2018 VESTRY
The Reverend Susan Kennard, Dan Freeman, Susan Duif, Ann Anderson, Senior Warden John Speich, Walter Meyer, Jerry Jackson, Carolyn Clyburn, Maurine Nichols, Eileen Hall, Calvin Buckley, Eugenia Campbell and Laura Hughes McDermott.
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IF YOU HAVE CONTACT INFORMATION TO UPDATE OR IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY JOINED TRINITY WE WANT TO INCLUDE YOU. PLEASE PICK UP A FORM IN THE NARTHEX, COMPLETE AND DROP IT IN THE DESIGNATED BOX. IF YOU HAVE A PHOTO TO INCLUDE JUST DROP IT BY THE OFFICE OR EMAIL TO INFO@TRINITYGALV.ORG.
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PASTORAL CARE
For Pastoral Care please contact
The Rev. Ed Thompson
504.320.4857
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PARKING LOT USE
Trinity is privileged to be permitted use of the fenced parking lot across the street for weekly services and, with approval, for our special events. However, by owner’s terms, cars must leave the lot soon after services, lunches, weddings and funerals or risk being locked in behind the fence. We certainly encourage use of the parking lot, but caution those planning lunch or other offsite activities to please park elsewhere after church sponsored events. Thank you for helping us to be good neighbors with the new owners.
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TREASURER’S REPORT
Year to Date Totals as of Aug. 31, 2018
Total Revenue $466,950
Tranfers from Reserves $0
Investment Earnings Used in Operations $ 48,135
Less Total Expenses ($502,362)
Net Total Revenue(Deficit) $ 12,723
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SHARE THE NEWS
If you have any news you would
like to have included in our bulletin,
we would love to share it.
Email news to:
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SERVICES AT THE MERIDIAN
The clergy of Trinity Episcopal Church, along with organist Ron Wyatt, conduct a Eucharistic service at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel at The Meridian on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Families and friends of residents are welcome to join the group regardless of denomination.
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Trinity Episcopal Church | (409) 765-6317 | info@trintygalv.org | www.trinitygalv.org
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