Trinity Bay View

Apalachicola, Florida.......................................................November 1, 2019

Let's Gather our Pledges

and Offer them to God

On November 3, All Saints’ Sunday, we will gather all of our pledges and offer them to God. It is my prayer that each of you will consider returning your pledge card that day (if you have not already) with a sacrificial gift. With that in mind, I would like to relate to you with the following story by Dr. Towns of Thomas Road Baptist Church entitled, “Who owns the French Fries?”

“A man buys his little boy some french fries. Then the father does what all fathers do, he reaches over and takes one french fry to taste it. The little boy slaps his father’s hand and says, "Don’t touch my french fries." The father thinks that his son is selfish.

The father knows that he bought the french fries and they belong to him. The father knows that his son belongs to him. The father could get angry and never buy his son another french fry again to teach his son a lesson, or the father could "bury" his son in french fries.

The father thinks, "Why is my son selfish, I have given him a whole package of french fries; I just want one french fry." God has given us money, when He asks for a tithe, people figuratively slap His hand and say, "Keep Your hands off my french fries."

God owns everything we have. We are told that God wants us:

1. To manage what we have for God’s glory. God expects us to manage our time, talent, and treasures.

2. To give back a portion of what God has given us.”

I hope and pray you will meditate upon this short story and then fill out your pledge card and return it on November 3. Wishing you a most Holy and Blessed All Saints’ Day and hoping to see you all on November 3, I am …

Your Servant and His ,

Eric+

Readings for Sunday, November 3, 2019 , the 21st Sunday after Pentecost.

Readings for Sunday, November 10, 2091 , the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost.

AROUND THE CHURCH

Cullen Suryan White Baptized at Trinity

On October 20, Cullen Suryan White , son of Jason & Melonie White of Tallahassee, was baptized at Trinity, following a family tradition; Jason, whose great-grandmother was an Apalachicola native, was also baptized at Trinity.

Instant Directory Access Now Available

Your Trinity Member Church Directory is about to get even better! Now, you can access the Directory via an app on your phone or tablet; or you can access it online, on your computer. And, the best part is, that whenever you use these access points, you will be tapping into the most up-to-date version.

Periodically, an updated version, in pdf format, will also be made available for you to save on your computer, or to print. Plus, the office will always have a few printed copies for your convenience.

To set up instant directory access, click on the instructions (below) that apply to your device (IOS/Apple, Android, or Computer) and follow the directions. You'll need to download the appropriate app, use your email address that is in the directory, and set a simple password. Then, you're in business.

IOS/Apple App Instructions

Android App Instructions

Computer/Online

Once you access the directory via your app, you can look up someone and tap the phone number or email address to make a call, or send a message. If you have questions, see Kay during coffee hour or call/text 617-388-8598.

Here is a closer view of the new look.

Sunday Bulletins

Get A Makeover

Beginning this Sunday, November 3, Trinity's Sunday service bulletins will have a new look. The primary difference is that both services will be included in one bulletin. This change will result in increased exposure for each service, as well as reduce the amount of paper used in printing the weekly bulletins.

IMPORTANT DATES IN NOVEMBER

Blessing of the Fleet -- Friday, November 1, 4 pm at Battery Park. Eric will participate in offering the blessings..

Trinity Market -- Saturday, November 2, 9 am - 1 pm; Bring your baked goods to Benedict Hall by 4 pm on Friday, or before 9 am on Saturday.

All Saints' Day -- Sunday, November 3; bring photos of your deceased loved ones to the services.

Daylight Saving Time Ends -- Sunday, November 3; remember to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday evening.

Veteran's Day Ceremony -- Monday, November 11, 11 am, at St. George Lighthouse. Eric will offer prayers.

Annual Reports -- Friday, November 15 - Committee reports on 2019 activities are due in the church office. Please send your report as a Word document, via email, if possible. If you need a copy of your report from last year, contact the office.

Trinity Bulletin Board Features Current

News & Information

There is a lot going on these days at Trinity and throughout our community. Remember to check the bulletin board in Benedict Hall for updates on Church activities, as well as local events and information of interest.

If you have information to share with our community, just give it to Shannon in the office and she will post it on the bulletin board.

Denise & Cliff Butler , along with Debbie Flowers (above) welcomed guests at Eastpoint's new Hope Park last Sunday. Evelyn Ogilvie (right) enjoyed a visit in San Diego with her daughter, Susan Oakley .