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Trinity Episcopal Church
EXPLORE FAITH + EMBRACE COMMUNITY + EXPECT A DIFFERENCE
Weekly News and Announcements
March 24 - 31
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Easter and Holy Week
Schedule
Our Holy Week and Easter schedules include our traditional worship on Palm Sunday. The Asheville Vocal Ensemble (formally Pastyme) will lead music at our 5:30p service on Palm Sunday.
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In Holy Week, there will be a simple Eucharist on Wednesday at 11:30a, our moving service of Eucharist, optional foot-washing and stripping of the Altar at 7:00p on Maundy Thursday, and two services of the Good Friday Liturgy and Veneration of the Cross on Good Friday. The Easter Vigil returns to a Sunrise Candlelight service at 6:00a on Easter (a vocal quartet will be present), and then our two nearly identical services of Eucharist with Brass Quartet will be at 9 and 11. The Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30a and our amazing Champaign Breakfast throughout the morning from 7:30a to 10:45. Click below to see the schedule in detail. | | |
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A Few Reminders
First, masks are always an option. Those who wish to wear a mask are encouraged to do so. Second, for the good of all we encourage you to make a simple bow to each other at “The Peace.” There’s clear evidence that hand shaking transmits illness as much as any other means. You might consider doing the same after the service when greeting one another. It does feel awkward but our goal is keeping everyone healthy and safe. Additionally, please know that communion in “one kind” (bread only) is considered “full” communion.
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This Sunday's Adult Forum
March 26
9:30a in the Undercroft
Journey to the Cross The archaeological evidence of Jesus’ last days and the theological implications of the same.
March 26: Tracing the Via Dolorosa
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Sunday's Parents in Conversation
March 26
9:30a in the Clark Room
Circle of Security Parenting - Are you curious about building a stronger relationship with your child? Join Trinity member Katherine Hyde-Hensley to discuss the Circle of Security© Parenting™ program based on years of research and attachment parenting.
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Sunday Opportunities for the Younger Ones
Children’s Sunday School - meets in the children’s area at 9:30a
Children’s Hour follows Godly Play from 10:30-11:30 in the Redwood Chapel
Youth Formation - below the Tuton Hall Kitchen at 9:30a
The nursery is open from 9-12 for infants and toddlers
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Sunday Breakfast
Breakfast is served each Sunday from 9-9:30a in Tuton Hall.
The cost is $5.00.
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Healing Station Available
8:00a and 10:45a Services
During the 8:00 and 10:45 services, a healing station is offered for your prayer and intercession. The healing station is to the left of the pulpit. You are welcome to visit the station before the service begins or after you receive communion. Trained lay leaders and clergy offer anointing with holy oil. You can ask for specific prayers for yourself or for those you love, or you may simply receive the anointing.
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Easter Dedications and Memorials
As is our custom, we invite you to make a donation in thanksgiving for a loved one or as a memorial for a loved one who has died. The Easter bulletin, which will be published and provided to all, will include their names. Your gift, as always, helps to adorn Trinity with decoration and music (including brass) for our Easter celebration. Giving envelopes are in the pews, or you can give online at trinityasheville.org/easter-dedications. Deadline for submission: April 2 (Palm Sunday)
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Asheville Vocal Ensemble to Provide Music for Palm Sunday Celtic Service - April 2 at 5:30p
On Palm Sunday The Asheville Vocal Ensemble (AVE), formerly known as Pastyme, will present the music for the Celtic Service. This was a tradition for the Palm Sunday prior to the pandemic, so we are pleased to continue this special service. AVE is a group of musicians who had been singing together in several Asheville ensembles before forming a partnership in 1999. The members of AVE are all active in the music community of Asheville, singing with church choirs, the opera, and musical theatre. AVE performs a cappella music from a wide variety of literature for concerts, services, and special events.
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Adult Formation
March 26 | Tracing the Dolorosa
9:30 to 10:30
In the Undercroft and Online
Journey to the Cross The archaeological evidence of Jesus’ last days and the theological implications of the same.
Sunday Adult Forum Lenten Study
April 2 | Where was Jesus Crucified and Buried?
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Parents in Conversation
Sundays 9:30 to 10:30
In the Clark Room
Circle of Security Parenting
March 26
Are you curious about building a stronger relationship with your child? Join Trinity member Katherine Hyde-Hensley to discuss the Circle of Security© Parenting™ program based on years of research and attachment parenting.
Palm Walk
April 2
Trinity families will walk with First Presbyterian and Central Methodist This event is offered to families with children and youth, but all are welcome. We will gather in front of Central Methodist a little before 10 am and walk in procession to Pritchard Park for a short service. We will finish by 10:30 a.
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Midweek Eucharist
Wednesdays in Lent at 11:30a.
The service is designed to last 30 minutes and in time for you to then attend the Wednesday lunch in Tuton Hall if you desire.
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Creation Care Corner
How can we reciprocate the gifts of the Earth? In gratitude, in ceremony, through acts of practical reverence and land stewardship, in fierce defense of the beings and places we love, in art, in science, in song, in gardens, in children, in ballots, in stories of renewal, in creative resistance, in how we spend our money and our precious lives, by refusing to be complicit with the forces of ecological destruction. In healing.
- Robin Wall Kimmerer
How will you reciprocate this week?
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Faith in the 828 - Listening to the Voices of Women
Wednesdays at Noon | Tuton Hall March 22, 29.
“Faith in the 828” is Trinity’s Lenten program inviting all to reflect on this holy season. This Lent, we invite you to join us every Wednesday at noon for lunch, noonday prayer, and conversation.
March 29 Lianna Costantino, citizen and activist with the Cherokee Nation:
Listening to indigenous women about the earth
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Stories That Matter
Stories on the life at Trinity and of those people who call Trinity 'home.'
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The Rector’s Online Bible Study
Thursdays at 7:00p.
Bring the beverage/ refreshments of your choice to the Zoom screen as we consider how God works in our lives and this world through scripture study. We are currently studying Revelation to John.
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The Women's Bible Study
Tuesdays at 9:00a
The Women’s Bible Study meets on Tuesdays from 9:30a to 11:00a in the Conference Room and via Zoom. Rev. Amy Peterson is leading this study, and all are invited to attend. For information, contact Robyn McNeal (robyn@trinityasheville.org).
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2nd Chapter Book Group
April 13 - 10:00a in the Clark Room
This traditional ladies' book group meets every other month to discuss current books of interest (fiction and non-fiction). The book for April 13 is The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan. Please put these dates on the calendar for 2023—Clark room - 10:00a - Apr 13, June 8, Aug 10, and Oct 12.
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Daughters of the King
The order of the Daughters of the King is an active group for women at Trinity. We meet once a month and our mission is to extend Christ’s Kingdom through prayer, service, and evangelism. Any woman interested in joining or inquiring is invited to contact Nancy McCorkle at nkmccorkle@gmail.com or 912-224-5387. We welcome any who would like to attend one of our meetings or who would like to join as a member.
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Contemplative Prayer & Reflection Group
Wednesday, April 5 at 11a in the Redwood Chapel
Join the Contemplative Prayer and Reflection Group in the Redwood Chapel or on Zoom We will be completing our study of Joan Chittister’s book, Called to Question. Our final meeting will be on Wednesday, April 5 at 11a. Contact Susan Edwards (susan.saic@gmail.com) or the church office for more information or to receive the Zoom link.
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The Trinity Caregivers’ Group
By Zoom every second Friday of the month
We welcome all who care for a loved one or loved ones (local or at a distance) who is/are diagnosed with some form of dementia. We discuss particular challenges and share our experiences. Dr. Corkie Morrill (retired geropsychologist) facilitates the group and Peggy Buchanan (retired deacon and nurse). Open to all Trinitarians. Call or email Corkie Morrill (828-684-3972 or corkiemorrill@charter.net.
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Trinity Becoming Beloved Community Book Club
Once a month on Wednesdays 6:30-8:00p in the Clark Room and via Zoom.
Feb-May we will read novels by black authors. April 19 Long Division by Kiese Laymon; May 17 The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans; BONUS for summer - we will invite members and interested kids/youth to read a Youth Novel Pick (to be determined). Facilitators, Sharon Lechner and Page McCorkle, invite members to consider reading texts with a social justice and/or historical lens to deepen our understanding of the Black experience in America. To join, email pageconnermccorkle@gmail.com.
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VBS Summer 2023
Open for Registration
Dates are June 26-29 from 9am-noon.
Click below to register your child or register to volunteer.
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Children’s Sunday School
9:30 on Sundays
Sunday School for children meets down the stairs from the entryway by the playground. We have three classes: Godly Play 1 (3-year-olds (fully potty trained) through Pre-K), Godly Play 2 (Kindergarten through 2nd grade), and Rite in the Middle (3rd-5th grades). Children’s Hour follows Godly Play from 10:30-11:30. It is for three-year-olds through 2nd grade. We have a quick snack in the Undercroft and our worship service in the Redwood Chapel. We join parents for the service after The Peace.
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Children’s Choir
5:00p on Wednesdays in the choir room located on the 2nd floor
led by Sharon Boone and assisted by Beth Chestnut.
Ages 4-first grade meet from 5:00 until 5:30. Grades 2-6 meet from 5:30-6:00. Children learn to sing, read music, count time, and learn the importance of music and leadership in worship. Our program is based on the values of the Royal School of Church Music.
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Palm Sunday Walk
April 2nd at 9:30a
Trinity families will walk with First Presbyterian and Central Methodist This event is offered to families with children and youth, but all are welcome. We will gather in front of Central Methodist a little before 10 am and walk in procession to Pritchard Park for a short service. We will finish by 10:30 a.
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Coming Up
in May
May 7
Youth Sunday
May 14
Confirmation Day
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Camp Henry
Summer 2023
Camp Henry is a ministry of the Diocese of Western North Carolina. Camp Henry offers every participant an experience of the Living God in a environment of unconditional love, imagination, and engagement. There are many different sessions. Registration is open.
Scholarships are available until May 1.
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Episcopal Youth Event
July 4-9, 2023
Where: Univ of Maryland, College Park, Maryland
Who: students in grades 9-12 of the 2022-2023 school year who will be age 15-19 at the time of EYE
Cost: $900 (this is an all inclusive price, that covers transportation, lodging & meals, and activities)
EYE (pronounced E-Y-E) stands for Episcopal Youth Event. It is a gathering of youth ages 15-19 from around the world.
Please register by March 31st! If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Cox at 253-9361 or debbie@trinityasheville.org
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Middle School Summer Experience
Appalachian Regional Ministry, Robbinsville, NC
July 10-13, 2023
Grades 6-8
Cost:$500
Deposit:$150 by April 1st
Since 2020, Trinity’s Appalachian Regional Mission group has volunteered regularly with MANNA food distribution in Graham County, NC. With one school, one grocery store, and a population of about 8,500, Graham County is home to much need. Trinity partners with local Christians in the area to help address hunger and economic issues.
This summer, our middle school students will have a chance to join us in this work, helping our neighbors with their summer literacy program, their food pantry, and their community garden. It’s a step toward expanding their world and opening their eyes to the needs next door, as well as an opportunity for them to bond with each other and to learn that service can be deeply rewarding.
For any information or questions, please contact Debbie Cox at 253-9361or debbie@trinityasheville.org
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High School Summer Experience:
Blue Theology
Beaufort, NC
July 21 -27, 2023
Rising 9-12 graders
Cost:$800
In the Old Testament, a man named Job describes the wonders of creation: God hangs the earth in space, wraps water up in clouds, and marks the boundaries of light and darkness. “Yet these are just the fringes of God’s ways,” Job declares, “the faintest whisper of God’s voice! Who can contemplate the thunder of God’s mighty power?”
At Blue Theology, we are invited to cultivate awe: to gaze upon the wonders God has made, to learn to love our non-human neighbors, and to see ourselves and our world a bit more clearly. We practice contemplation, finding peace and strength as we meditate on God revealed in creation; and we practice action, engaging in meaningful work for the good of creation.
At Blue Theology, marine biology informs a theology of creation justice. We’ll pray for the health of the ocean while exploring tide pools. We’ll kayak alongside otters and participate in sand dune restoration.
We’ll swim and we’ll play. We’ll grow closer to each other, to our non-human neighbors, and to God. Join us. Please register by April 1.
Scholarships are available.
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Meals on Wheels
Do you like to make people smile? Would you enjoy exploring different parts of Asheville? Do you enjoy spending time with a friend? If you answered yes to at least two of these questions and have just two extra hours a month then Meals on Wheels is the ideal volunteer opportunity for you! Please get in touch with Meriwether Beatty for questions or interest–274-8317.
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Breakfast Cooks
Volunteer to help cook and serve breakfast from 8:00 -9:30a on Sundays. Debbie does most of the work, but help scrambling eggs or flipping pancakes is greatly appreciated! You can sign up on the bulletin board in Tuton Hall or email Debbie Cox at debbie@trintyasheville.org.
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Making a Difference
with Our Time and Talent
God has given each of us different gifts and talents we can use to share with the world. Trinity invites you to complete our Time and Talent Survey, which allows each of us to share our gifts and talents. To complete the survey, go to trinityasheville.org/time-talent-survey.
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The Appalachian Regional Ministry
As part of Trinity’s outreach to the community, the Appalachian Regional Ministry (ARM) was established. We learned that Graham County is one of the poorest counties in the state and there was an existing program for food distribution in Robbinsville.
Tom Goodrich is the chairman of this committee. We currently have several volunteers who go to Robbinsville on the second Wednesday of each month to distribute food from Manna Food Bank and to prepare a meal that serves up to three hundred people. We work with a local parish Liberty Missionary Church and their pastor Michelle Shiplet. We have provided clothes and books for children in the past.
The committee meets on a bi-monthly basis. We need volunteers in computer technology assistance. There is also a great need for home repairs in the community. If you are interested in helping in this ministry, please contact Tom Goodrich at tegoodrich@gmail.com.
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Volunteer at Lake Logan
Every Thursday,
Trinity volunteers head out to Lake Logan for service and fellowship. Please join us as we continue to paint cabins, repair furniture, sew curtains, and manage the beautiful landscape. It's a fantastic way to spend the day! Contact Fred Fairhead (fredfairhead@att.net) or Carlyn Pheil (carlynpheil@gmail.com) for more information.
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Relief to Turkey and Ukraine
Trinitarians are invited to make a donation to send relief to Turkey as their country recovers from the devastation of two deadly earthquakes and the aftershocks and to Ukraine following a year of devastition. You can make your donation with a check payable to Trinity Church earmarked ERD (Episcopal Relief and Development) and the word “Turkey” or "Ukraine" or donate online by choosing Episcopal Relief and Development from the drop down menu. Please add “Turkey” or "Ukraine" to the memo line.
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Donations
You can make your donation to Trinity by any means that is convenient for you. Our address is 60 Church Street, Asheville, NC, 28801. Our website has a “Donate” button in the upper right-hand corner (be sure to choose the right fund from the drop-down box). It works well on any mobile device (trinityasheville.org).
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The Vestry makes available a summary of it’s most recent meeting. View it here. | | | | |
