Trinity Newsletter for April 13, 2023
From Pastor Chris
He is risen! He is risen, indeed!
Our Easter celebrations at Trinity this past Sunday were truly joy-filled. From amazing music from our choir, guest musicians, and amazing music staff to the delightful cookie bags from our Welcome & Fellowship Committee, it was a wonderful day with our Trinity family. Thank you to everyone who played a role in making the start of the Easter season fantastic.
Over the coming weeks I will be sending dedicated emails to our church family on a few important topics. I want to highlight them here so you can be on the lookout for more information soon:
As I make final preparations for my sabbatical, which will take place over the months of May, June, and July, I am pleased to share the three pastors who will be helping lead Trinity in worship while I am away. You will be blessed by wonderful sermons from Rev. Barry Williams, Rev. Bill Havens, and Rev. Dennis Winzenried -- plus two Sundays with special guests in the pulpit -- look for more details next week.
Starting this Sunday, Trinity is transitioning our online video service (which we use for our online and hybrid meetings) from Zoom to RingCentral Video. This change will reduce our ongoing technology costs while improving the service we are able to provide. If you take part in any Trinity online or hybrid meetings, be sure to read the email or web post that will be shared later today.
Over the next two weeks I will be very focused on making sure everything is in place so the next few months at Trinity go as smoothly as possible. However, if you have any pastoral needs, or just want to chat, please do reach out! I'd love to chat.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
Presbyterian Women Spring Gathering
“Sowing Hope for All”
April 22, 2023
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Willard – Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church
800 State Hwy AB
Willard, MO
Janine Clark-Berry “For All Generations” - elementary school in Senegal
Cheryl Mayo “Mosaics of Peace from Israel to Palestine”
Download the Registration Form Here.
Email Registration by - April 18 Postal Registration by - April 14
Join us for a day of fellowship, learning and worship with your PWJCP sisters!
Garage Sale Update
Look for the notebook at the West Entrance and sign up to help with Two Congregation Garage Sale.
Help us get a new dishwasher.
Set up, sale and clean up – May 1 through May 6.
All Help Appreciated.
Do You Worship with Trinity Online?
Each week in the Sanctuary we pass our Fellowship Pads and Visitor Cards. We now have a digital Connection Card for all our friends who worship with us online! If you are a regular (or semi-regular) online worshiper, please consider using our mobile-friendly Connection Card the next time you join us for worship.
Simply follow this link to note your participation in worship, share a prayer request, and more: https://bit.ly/trinitysgfconnect
Thanks for helping us better connect with our Trinity family!
PW Circle Days/Times
Lydia Circle: 1st Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity (Susan Uffmann, 417-827-2487)
(Note: September will be on Sept. 13)
Sarah Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity (Brenda Kane, 417-773-5583)
Rachel Circle: 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. in homes (Cynthia Oliver, 417-719-8070)
Rebecca Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. at Trinity (Jan Redfern, 417-225-2435)
Esther Circle: 3rd Monday , 6:00 p.m. in the Trinity room (Kristin Butler, 417-268-8015)
Morning, afternoon, or evening – there is a time and place for you to join other women in fellowship, growth and friendship as we walk through studying the Bible together.
Trinity Sunday School Classes
There are Sunday School opportunities for all ages from Kindergarten on. 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.
Adult Class offerings:
Studying the Word- (formerly the Lectionary Class), meets in the Trinity Room. Participants can attend in person or by Zoom. Together we read scripture and apply its wisdom to our lives. We’d love for all interested in learning more about the Bible, one passage at a time, to join us. All our welcome! Contact person: Susan Holiday
Topical Discussions Fellowship- adult learners of all ages meet in the Fellowship Hall. With good coffee and fresh treats from the class members, we strive to discuss a variety of topics relevant to our religion in today’s society. Topics last year included: Immigration in the US, The Apostles’ Creed by Pastor Adam Hamilton, and Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes. We hope you will join us for fellowship and discussion. Contact: Dave Muegge
SALT - a casual class in a discussion format. Studies are chosen with a focus on material that can be engaged in with little preparation. We share in leading lessons based on participant comfort level. Come when you can, no experience required! SALT meets in Room 17. Contact: Amy Price
Four and More- this Bible Study has this name from meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays... presently by Zoom. We have been walking through the Bible together for four years and are presently studying the book of Romans. Anyone wanting to join can send their email address to leader, Jane Huffstetler. She will provide the Zoom link. huffstetlerjane48@gmail.com
Youth:
Lunch and Lessons - Middle and High School youth enjoy lunch the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month while exploring topics youth members select from our resources. We intend to have a safe space for open conversation in hopes of supporting independent thought while offering a faith-based perspective. Contact: Nissa Krier- nissakrier@gmail.com
Young Children- Ages Kindergarten through grade 5 meet in the Children's Room in the Southwest Corner of the building. The Bible we use is called Growing in God's Love. Classes include activities and crafts. Teachers, Sarah Muegge-(twin2_53@hotmail.com) and Jan Redfern- (jredfern1313@gmail.com) would be happy to see our Trinity kids and their friends.
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