Trinity Episcopal Church - eMessenger
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THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
10:30 AM SERVICE
Trinity invites all students pre-K to College & Med students, teachers, principals and school staff members to bring their backpacks to the 10:30 a.m. service for a special blessing as we launch the 2019-2020 school year.
FYI
: Trinity Episcopal School starts next week with an increased enrollment (so far) of 270.
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Day by Day, dear Lord of thee three things I pray: to see thee more clearly,
love thee more dearly, follow thee more nearly, day by day.
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IMMEDIATE NEED!
Our
Thursday
Salvation Army Cook Team meets at 3:15 pm to prepare and serve meals and are finished by 5:30 pm. We have an immediate need for a grocery shopper and 2 cooks. If you can help
one Thursday a month
, please contact Eileen Hall at 744-2583.
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WE HAVE A CONTINUED PLEA FROM ST. VINCENT’S HOUSE FOR SNACK PACK ITEMS FOR THEIR FOOD PANTRY.
When shopping each week, please pick up a few
individually wrapped:
Tuna and crackers, chicken salad and crackers, peanut butter crackers,
Individual fruit cups, cereals, food bars, fruit juice, cookies, or pop top/
zip closure packets of food. Items can be left in the food collection baskets behind the last row of pews. Thank you for being an angel!
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Upcoming Calendar Events
Choir Practice 6:30 pm Thursdays and/or 9:00 am Sundays
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8/18 – 8:00 am – Rt. I Holy Eucharist – Sanctuary
8/18 – 9:15 am – Adult Sunday School – Eaton Hall
8/18 – 10:30 am – Rt. II Holy Eucharist, Sanctuary
8/18 – 10:30 am – Blessing of the Backpacks & Coins for Liberia
8/18 – 5:30 pm – Rt. I Holy Eucharist – Sanctuary
8/18 – 6:30 pm – Newcomer's dinner with Clergy – Eaton Hall
Coffee and refreshments now available in downstairs Eaton Hall following morning services!
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FALL EVENTS FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Watch for additional details in coming weeks!
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AUGUST 18 – 10:30 AM. - BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
. All students, pre-school thru Medical/Graduate school and teachers are invited to bring their backpacks to be blessed for the coming academic year.
AUGUST 18 – 10:30 AM – COIN DONATION COLLECTION FOR STUDENT DESKS IN LIBERIA
. Bring all the loose change from around your house and cars to be collected by the Sunday School children to purchase school desks for Liberia.
SEPTEMBER 8 – 9:30 AM – ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL IN EATON HALL. – THE SCRIPTUAL FOUNDATION OF THE MESSIAH (see description following Adult Forum below)
SEPTEMBER 8 – 10:30 AM - RALLY DAY AND MINISTRY FAIR –
BBQ sandwiches provided in Eaton Hall following the service. Committee and Outreach Projects sign up.
SEPTEMBER 9 – 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
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SEPTEMBER 20 – 5:00 – 7:00 PM – YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AND FAMILIES – HAPPY HOUR AND MIXER –
Galveston Island Brewery, 8423 Stewart Road. Contact: Jennifer Kelso at 409.795.8446 or
jmkelso@swbell.net
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OCTOBER 27 - BAPTISMS AND CONFIRMATIONS - 10:30 AM - Bishop Fisher will be here for Baptisms and Confirmations
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10:30 AM SUNDAY SERVICE AUGUST 18
MISSION PROJECT AT TRINITY CHURCH
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The kids in VBS this summer were given the opportunity to help other children in need across the globe. This year we chose to contribute towards coins in support of the School Desk Program organized by the Liberian Episcopal Community in the USA. Father Ed recommended this project from his own country in Liberia.
In many rural post-civil war, public and private/parochial schools students are asked to provide their own desks, in addition to other supplies, or they can’t attend school. The desks are $35 each and made locally. Our VBS kids collected $893.76 which will pay for 28 desks.
Join us in this mission project by dropping loose coins (or bills) in the red wagon as the Sunday School Children walk the aisles during the Offertory. Checks are also accepted, with
Desks for Liberia
on the memo line. Thanks for making a difference!
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Please Come to a Dinner for Trinity Episcopal Church
VBS Families/Visitors/Newcomers/YOU!
Sunday, August 18th at 6:30 p.m.
Come to the front door of the church, and we will all walk over to Eaton Hall
Please RSVP if you are coming :) Let’s all join together!
Note this is a child friendly event, all are welcome! Just let us know you are coming!
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BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION
Baptism is the once in a lifetime moment in which a Christian is re-born, and adopted into God’s family. He or she professes their faith in Jesus, and if they are still a baby their Godparents make that profession on their behalf. We Baptize people of all ages in water—a small amount or a large amount!
Confirmation is the moment in which somebody who is a young adult (or older adult) joins our Episcopal denomination—after learning about our particular traditions and beliefs. It takes a Bishop to be Confirmed, and this happens at Trinity, Galveston twice a year.
Bishop Jeff Fisher will be here on Sunday, October 27, for Baptism and Confirmation. If you want to take this step, email or call Rev. Susan. We would love to welcome you!! (409)765-6317
susankennard@sbcglobal.net
Confirmation classes will be held October 5 and 12—2 all day Saturday sessions. You only come to one session, or you can do half one week and half the next.
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Adult Sunday School
Sundays, 9:30 – 10:15 am in Eaton Hall
READ 2 CORINTHIANS 10-11
FOR THIS SUNDAY’S CLASS
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Acts of the Apostles
“You are my witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria,
and the ends of the earth.”
We will spend the weeks of summer marching through the churches
in those geographic areas.
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SAVE THE DATES!
FALL 2019 ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 7th 9:30 AM IN EATON HALL
The Scriptural Foundation of The Messiah
Join us for 10 weeks in the Fall of 2019 as we study the biblical passages that form this great work of George Frideric Handel. (1685-1759) The passages were compiled by Handel’s contemporary, Charles Jennens.
Each week we will study the background and context of the scripture, and watch that portion of The Messiah as it was performed and recorded by Collegium 1704 (Conductor Vaclav Lucs) in Prague in 2011.
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On Thursday, December 12, we will ride into Houston together for a live performance of Handel's Messiah at 8:00 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Presbyterian Church!
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MID-WEEK ADULT BIBLE STUDY FOR FALL
A BOLD FAITH
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Beginning:
Thursday, September 12
Time:
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Place:
Upstairs Eaton Hall (elevator available)
All our welcome as we explore the examples of our ancestors in the Faith who were particularly bold—and lived in particularly challenging times!
Noah and his sons, Moses, Esther, Jeremiah, St. Luke, Mary and Martha, and St. Paul will have a word for us about being bold in our time!
No homework required, and our teaching will be loosely based on “Great Characters of the Bible,” by Dr. Alan B. Stringfellow.
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Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy
It’s time for TEC Women’s Bible Study!
Start:
Monday, Sept 9
Time:
5:30-7:00pm
Where:
Kelso Library
Childcare:
Provided, let me know so I can set up
Snacks:
Bring to share if you can
What to bring:
Purchase the study guide, and bring a Bible, or grab one off the shelf!
Commitment:
12 week video led Bible Study. Some homework included. “Do what blesses you, not what burdens you.” Beth Moore
RSVP:
Respond with questions, or if you are interested. Invite friends!
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GODLY PLAY
Time: 10:15 a.m., Godly Play Room next to Nursery
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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TRINITY EPISCOPAL YOUTH
LEADERS
Peyton Heinze
Reverend Susan Kennard
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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August 18 - Tucker Rawlins
August 118 - Ryan VanDewalli
August 19 - Jacque Ellis
August 19 - Bill Noble
August 19 - Novelle Pennal
August 20 - Max Patane
August 21 - Lauren Novelli
August 22 - Jim Byrom
August 23 - Bill Leopold
August 24 - Elaine Culver
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RALLY DAY, or what we’re beginning to call MINISTRY FAIR this year is Sunday, September 8. Last year – the organization, the set-up, etc. was so well done that we’d like to do it again. We will, of course, welcome other ideas or suggestions; after all, we do not believe in “This is how we’ve always done it.” And, “variety is the spice of life.” This year we will have a
Ministry Brochure
to hand out to passers-by and inquirers in addition to your own creation. The brochure has a descriptive paragraph on nearly every ministry, including contact info, within our parish.
So, please start putting together your displays again, and feel free to share your questions or concerns.
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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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SECURITY MEASURES
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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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Contact the Church Office
Ushers –
4
th
Sunday of the month.
Altar Guild
– One weekday or one Sunday service a month
Salvation Army-
2 Cooks and a Shopper -1 Thurs. per month
St. Vincent’s House
– Wed., 11 am-1 pm, Supervise showers/laundry
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Bring It to the Mountains
Early this week (Monday thru Wednesday) I participated in a program called Gathering of Leaders (GoL) at the retreat center of the Episcopal Diocese of Colorado. The
Cathedral Ridge
is located less than an hour from Colorado Springs and about two hours from Denver, set atop one of the many hills and mountains in the Rocky Mountain State. The exquisite majesty of those huge boulders as one drives on roads that cut literally through the mountains makes one realize how puny we humans must be from God’s perspective. At 8,000ft above sea level, the air is a precious commodity and breathing can be a bit laborious for a guy like me who is used to life at sea-level and on flat land for the most part.
Driving to the grounds, one cannot help but “consider, in awesome wonder, all the worlds [thy] hands have made”: the gray clouds and blue skies, the tall pine trees in the dense forests and the mountains. The grandeur of God’s creation is even more impressive, amazing, once you are there.
The brainchild of then Texas Bishop Claude Payne and his friend John Castle, Gathering of Leaders was organized more than 15 years ago by a group of leaders in The Episcopal Church who realized suddenly that the Church was being forced to confront tough questions and issues as the result of the rapid changes in the culture, issues with which they were not — had not been — prepared to wrestle. They did not want to hand the Church over to another group of unprepared leaders. What they conceived was a peer-learning model of small group discussions and reflection to help folks make sense of these rapid cultural changes. Every session of the GoL brings together ordained leaders away from their familiar surroundings, for intense reflections and conversations on contemporary issues, “without contentiousness and partisanship to share their love of Christ and of the Church, to empower each other through mutual encouragement, to deepen their skills as transformational leaders, to establish networks which will aid their ministries, and to clarify their understanding of God’s emerging vision for the renewed Episcopal Church.” Over the course of two to three days at a time, emphasis is placed on the
approach
to tackling issues rather than on content.
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This Gathering (August 12-14) is the second one I’ve attended in two years. Each session usually begins with a small group conversation around the question, “What must each of us leave behind in order to focus on the task at hand”? Often the list of “things to leave behind” comes to mind readily and the actual leaving behind is even easier. This time was different for me. As participant after participant spoke and as I collected my thoughts, my list came to mind easily, but the “[leaving] behind” was not as easy, not by a long shot. How could I leave behind grave health and other issues in my family? Hadn’t we come to the mountains, to the mountain of God’s presence, to seek the face and hopefully the mind, of God?
The Judaeo-Christian tradition posits a theology of the “mountain” as the place of encounter with God. The great lawgiver, Moses met and spoke with God on the Mount Sinai where he received the Ten Commandments. The encounter of Jesus and three of his disciples with three historic figures from the past on the Mount of Transfiguration comes to mind as well. In Holy Scriptures and at other times, people retreat to the mountains to “seek the face of God,” another way of saying they go to bare their hearts to God, to pray and to hear from God. How could I come to the Rocky Mountains, close to the presence of God, so to speak, and leave behind my “stuff”?
Like a rebel, I decided to not leave it behind but bring it to the mountains of Woodland Park. I shared it with my table group and asked for their prayers for my family. While there, I received even graver news! More empathy, more encouragement, more prayer. Where else is better to be than in the mountains of God’s presence, closer, as it were, to God’s ear and heart? When life tends to weigh you down, as it will at one time or another, head for your mountain(s), actual or figurative; don’t leave the weights behind.
I will reflect on the conversations around this year’s theme, “Unity and Division in the Missionary Church” next time.
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SERVICE OF HEALING PROPOSAL
The clergy have been discussing and praying what it would be and look like to add a
Service of Healing
as another worship opportunity in our congregation.
Here are some scenarios based on our experience; please share your experiences or suggest your preference by emailing, calling or texting us (Susan and Edward) or Trish in the parish office at 409.765.6317 or info@trinitygalv.org.
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During Sunday worship those desiring prayer for healing may peel off to perhaps the sacristy where one of the priests or an experienced lay leader will pray with and anoint each person;
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Wednesday/Friday
noon
or Thursday
evening
– a full service of Healing (anointing of the sick) with or without Eucharist.
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As to the venue, please know that Eaton Memorial Chapel (upstairs) with the beautiful Good Shepherd window is an option. It is accessible.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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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.
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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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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
If you would like to be a part of this great ministry we are always looking for friends to be on our substitute cook team list. For more details please contact: Larissa Botik 409-599-1457.
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HOUSING NEED
One of Willie T’s physical therapy doctoral students is looking for temporary housing in the Pearland area while he completes a 10-week internship at a skilled nursing facility. Contact Larissa Botik at 409-599-1457 if you have or know someone with a spare bedroom or apartment.
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NEW FEATURE!
Each week we will share the story of a student served by our work at Willie T's!
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Luke Gossett is a native of Amarillo, Texas, who had never been to Galveston prior to enrolling in UTMB’s physical therapy doctoral program. Once here, though, he fell in love with the island’s outward focus, its environment and culture. He appreciates Willie T’s passion for students, 24/7 access to a study area and a good meal once a week – he lives in a dorm with no kitchen, and says the meals and companionship are a true blessing.
Luke is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, the son of a pastor. He said his family and religion have been a huge part of his life, encouraging him to walk with Christ and discover who he is.
He is not certain where his PT education will lead him, but he considers it a ministry in a sense. There is the physical part, of course, but it can be so much more. He learned the value of serving the underserved as a volunteer on an 8-month missionary trip in Mozambique, where he served in a ministry to help people with mobility needs and share the gospel.
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News from Trinity Episcopal School
Blessing of the Backpacks - Sunday, August 18th
School starts - August 21st
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PRAYERS OF HEALING FOR
Jon Schultz, Betty Bilheimer, Sally West, Wayne Pagan,
Jim Atchley, Helen Appelberg, Susan and Jeff Knipper.
OUR ONGOING PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED FOR
Mandy Nathan, Doug Wilson, Fred Schlemmer, Mike Ellis, Elke Pennington, Stacy Haynes, Chase Adams, Roger Lindsey, Sarah Thompson, Margaret Lee, Jack Erdmann, Kathleen Collins, Leo Mack, Joe and Leta Higgins, Robert and Edward Lefeber, Ruben Rincon, Rodney Winzel, Ellen Parkey, Sissy Howell, Brad Thomas, Betty Schroeder, Peggy McMullen, Kevin Godleski, Mary Cooper, Guy Griffith, Robert Hutchins, David Edwards, Karen Rudenberg, Belva Funke, Louise Campbell, Frances Townsend, Mindy Bollinger, Phillip Head, Billy Garrison, Daryl Wilson, Kyle Brown, Jimmy Yeatman & Bunny 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 Kayle McKnutley.
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ALTAR FLOWERS
The flowers on the altar today are given to the Glory of God
and in thanksgiving for Jerimy Roque and Galveston Computer Solutions.
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TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
August 18, 2019
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LEADERS IN SUNDAY LITURGY
8:00 a.m. – Rite I
Lector ---
Susan Duif
Worship Leader
--- Susan Duif
Eucharistic Minister
--- Susan Duif
Sermon ---
The Reverend Susan Kennard
Celebrant
--- The Reverend Edward Thompson
Altar Guild
--- Nancy Boling and Bill Kennard
Ushers
--- Claudia Stein and John Speich
9:15 a.m.
Adult Sunday School
Assignment: Read 2 Corinthians 10-11
10:15 a.m. – Godly Play
10:30 a.m. Rt. II with Holy Eucharist
Organist/Choirmaster
Ron Wyatt
Current Choir
Roy Flores, Gretchen Lindquist,
Gayle Monsour, Edgar Moore, Bill Noble,
Mary Townsend, Cheryl Tucker, Patty Wood
Lector
Jo Ann Ware
Worship Leader
John Giovannini
Eucharistic Ministers
Nancy Polk and John Giovannini
Pré
l
ude
Companile,
Henry Mulet
Hymns
546, 490, 574
First Lesson
Jeremiah 23:23-29
Psalm
82
2nd Lesson
Hebrews 11:29-12:2
Gospel
Luke 12:49-56
Sermon
The Reverend Susan Kennard
Celebrant
The Reverend Edward Thompson
Offertory Organ Solo
Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier,
J. S. Bach
Postlude
Festal Flourish
Gordon Jacob
Usher Team III
Teresa Reeves, Team Leader
Alison Barker, Jim and Sally Byrom, David Henderson,
Bill Kennard, C. J. Poirier and Rick Swanson
Altar Guild
Weekday
--- Jessica Amadour and Nancy Boling
Sunday
--- Brenda Ashley and Joy Incaprera
Godly Play
Danielle Alvarado, Linda Alvarado and Kay Perkins
Youth Group
Peyton Heinze, Jennifer Haglund
E-Messenger
Kathy VanDewalli
Newcomers/Visitors Ministry
Carolyn Speich
William Temple Ministry
Larissa Botik
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2019 VESTRY
(Back Row) The Reverend Susan Kennard,Calvin Buckley, Eugenia Campbell, Walter Meyer, Eileen Hall, Dotsy Balentine, Senior Warden John Speich, and Mary Lou Shuffler. (Front row) Rowan Dougherty, Maurine Nichols, Laura Hughes and John VanDewalli. (Not pictured) Ann Anderson.
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SERVICE AND OUTREACH COMMITTEES
Acolytes
– Open to youth ages nine through high school. Training sessions are available by contacting Mark Kelso at
kelso5027@gmail.com
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Altar Guild –
Open to men and women who are scheduled in rotating teams (weekdays or Sundays) to refill candles, torches, and prepare the altar for services, funerals and weddings. Contact Susan Duif at suduif@sbcglobal.net.
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
– A newly formed men’s ministry that supports the clergy and mentors boys in the Episcopal Communion, in the community. Recently held a smoked-meat event. Usually meets on the 1
st
and 3
rd
Saturday of the month. Contact John Speich at
johnspeich@gmail.com
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Daughters of the King –
Open to the women of the church, it implements vows to work, pray and give. They maintain a prayer list of parishioners who are sick or in need of prayer. They make prayer blankets and Chemo Kits and deliver Sunday altar flowers to the sick and homebound. Meetings are held on the 1
st
and 3
rd
Wednesdays of the month. Contact Sally Byrom at sally.byrom@gmail.com
Godly Play Sunday School
,
Vacation Bible School, Christmas Pageant
for Children - dalvarado@trinitygalv.org
Choir -
Contact Ron Wyatt at
rwyatt@trinitygalv.org
Episcopal Church Women (ECW) –
Contact Gloria Schlemmer at
barleyfcs@sbcglobal.net.
Cooking Teams for William Temple Students –
Contact Larissa Botik at
wtecgalveston@gmail.com
Ushers and Greeter Teams –
Linda Macdonald at linlorm@aol.com
LGBTQ Social Events -
Contact
Calvin Buckley ceb1905@icoud.com
Lay Liturgical Readers –
Contact
Bob Hern at
bobhern@sbcglobal.net
Bus trips to events –
Suggestions: info@trintygalv.org
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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 June 30, 2019
Total Revenue $387,109
Transfers from Reserves $ 0
Investment Earnings Used in Operations $ 29,800
Less Total Expenses ($380,566)
Net Total Operating Margin______________ $ 36,343
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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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