Trinity Newsletter for September 11, 2025
One More Deacon Needed
We still have an opening for a three year term on the Board of Deacons, starting January 1, 2026.
The ministry of deacon, as set forth in Scripture, is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or structures, or anyone in distress.
Do you feel called to grow in faith by serving as a Deacon? Can you think of another member of Trinity who you think would be a good Deacon?
Contact David Fleetwood, chair of the Nominating Committee, (479) 531-8573 to nominate yourself, or suggest someone else.
Retirement Party for Bill Trotter
You are invited to come wish a happy retirement for Bill Trotter on Friday, September 19 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at Trinity.
Join Our A/V Team and Help Our Ministry Shine!
Do you use a computer or text on your phone? If so, you already have the essential skills to become a vital part of Trinity's Audio/Visual (A/V) volunteer team! Our online ministry is a lifeline for many, bringing our Sunday services to members who can't be with us in person. The A/V team works behind the scenes every Sunday to make this possible. They ensure we see hymns, scripture, and all other elements of our service, and, most importantly, they enable our entire online presence. Without them, countless members would miss out on connecting with our church community from home. This crucial ministry relies on dedicated volunteers, and we need you!
Whether you can commit weekly, monthly, or just occasionally, your help makes a significant difference.
Curious to Learn More?
If you're interested but would like to see what it's all about before committing, you're welcome to sit in the back with our A/V team and observe during any service.
If you feel called to help, please contact me, Carla, directly. We'll be happy to meet with you and teach you everything you need to know.
Carla's email: carlaw@trinityspringfieldpcusa.org
Prayer Chain
There are currently 16 people on Trinity’s Prayer Chain. Pray-ers receive text messages whenever someone requests prayer. Prayer requests can be as specific or general as the requester wants. Two people were added to the Prayer Chain after filling out Helping Hands at Trinity Connects on January 26. If you would like to be added to the Prayer Chain, please text Pastor Tom at 920-237-9840. If you would like to request prayer, please text Pastor Tom at 920-237-9840.
Screen Time?
Our wonderful AV team would like to request that if you ever need anything put on the screens for any service that is held at Trinity, please let us know in advance so we can load things into the program properly. Sometimes it is very hard to load things moments before an event. Thank you for this consideration.
Lost and Found
Wondering where your pen, mug, charger, book, hat, sunglasses, or other elusive item is? Items turned into the church office will be placed in our new Lost & Found tubs, located on the shelf above the accessibility devices near the West entrance.
Wiggle Room
Everyone is welcome in the sanctuary. If you have a fussy child and would like to step out while continuing to participate in worship, please feel free to make use of our new Wiggle Room in Room 14. The room is outfitted with comfortable chairs, a changing table, a small bathroom, and a new (to us) television mounted on the wall, showing the livestream. Please note that children in the Wiggle Room must be accompanied by a grownup who brought them. Children three-and-under can be dropped off in the Nursery in Room 12.
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Like to Sew?
The International Institute of Southwest Missouri has two sewing classes for refugees, designed to empower women with new skills. Beginners attend Thursday mornings (9:00 a.m. - 12:00), and more experienced sewists attend Sunday afternoons (1:30 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. on) beginning September 14. Volunteer class assistants are needed, people who sew and also people who can cut fabric or do handwork. If you are interested, please contact Beth Kick (417-425-7604).
Other Ways You Can Help Crosslines
Besides our monthly food and hygiene drive, there are some other easy ways you can help Crosslines serve needy families in our community.
Crosslines is in desperate need of your recycled grocery bags. You know the ones... the bag full of bags that lives somewhere in your house like a squatter. Well, good news - you can declutter and save Crosslines money at the same time! Bring your bag of bags (yes, the bagbag) to the next monthly food drive or drop it off at Crosslines during their regular hours. They'll happily re-home those pesky plastic critters, and you'll be a hero for both the environment and their budget.
Got Best Choice products lurking in your pantry? Don't throw away those UPC codes-they're basically Crosslines' version of gold bars! Just snip the little barcode off your Best Choice goodies and bring them to the next monthly food drive. Crosslines will handle the boring stuff (counting, labeling, shipping) while you bask in the glory of helping them raise money without lifting anything heavier than a pair of scissors. So go ahead, channel your inner coupon ninja and cut, cut, cut!
Slides Before Worship Service
If your group would like to get slides in the pre-service announcement time, they need to email them to Robert Reed.
Contacting the Church Office
To reach Alyssa Spradlin, Director of Communication & Administrative Ministries, to communicate with the church office use this and only this email address:
Trinity Sunday School Classes
Sunday School opportunities for all ages. Please consider joining us in exploring our faith and learning from one another in spaces of grace and love. All classes begin at 10:15 a.m.
Children's Class
A broad overview of important Bible stories we plan to study this fall:
How the Bible came to us, the 2 stories of Creation, The Covenant with Noah, The Covenant with Abraham & Sarah, The Brothers Esau & Jacob, Joseph and his brothers, Moses and the Exodus. In December we will look at stories related to the birth of Jesus.
We hope to also schedule a fun event with children from Westminster, Bell Ringing during Worship Service and the chance to make Christmas Crafts and Cookies. Stay Tuned.
Adult Class- Room 17
Anyone is welcome to join us as we explore our faith together. September 7 will include an introduction to the study and short video segment.
Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi
In this Bible study based on her Short Stories by Jesus, Amy-Jill Levine analyzes these "problems with parables" taking readers back in time to understand how their original Jewish audience understood them. With this revitalized understanding, she interprets these moving stories for the contemporary reader, showing how the parables are not just about Jesus, but are also about us—and when read rightly, still challenge and provoke us two thousand years later.
This study includes a participant guide and videos. Please contact Amy Price or Daphne Anderson with questions, or if you'd like a participant guide.
Topical Discussions Class
Please join with us for Sunday School weekly in the Fellowship Hall. We enjoy good fellowship, hot coffee, and delicious treats as we discuss God’s presence in our daily lives.
In September, our topics include:
September 14 Healthy Church Growth-discussion Dave Muegge-Facilitator
September 21 Is Religion the Problem? Martha Sparrow-Facilitator
September 28 The Holy Spirit at Work in our Lives Dave Muegge-Facilitator
Four and More: This Bible study derives its name from meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays (presently meeting in person in room 17 at Trinity, and by Zoom). Anyone wanting to join can send their email address to the study leader Jane Huffstetler, and she will provide the Zoom.
