Trinity Newsletter for May 11, 2023
From Pastor Chris
Pastor Chris is on sabbatical through July. His column will return in August.
Thank You, Trinity!
Due to your generous donations of items for the Garage Sale, Trinity and Brentwood were able to raise more than $8,000 towards the new commercial grade dishwasher for the Fellowship Hall.
Our shoppers were thrilled to find some unique items including a decorative Christmas fireplace, various string instruments, vintage goose decoys, White Castle Tee Shirts, along with various dishes, pictures, sports equipment, appliances, books, clothes, holiday decorations, toys etc. It’s a quality sale and many people indicated they watch for this sale every year.
Afghan refugee families were invited to shop for free, not only for things they needed but things they didn’t even know they might be able to have. Leftover merchandise was shared with various community charities. Who knew closet cleaning could have such a positive impact for us and our neighbors!
Summer Sunday School
As in the past, most adult Sunday school classes will take a break from their regular meeting schedule and join a combined class for the summer. If you attend an adult class, please check with your contact person for the final date of class, as they will vary. We will resume our regular schedule in the fall.
Topical Discussion- Dave Muegge
Salt- Amy Price
Studying the Word- Susie Holliday
Update on Jerusalem Marketplace Vacation Bible School
July 5,6,7 - hosted at Westminster Presbyterian for children age 4 through grade 5
Registration forms for VBS students are available now - please reserve a spot for your child or grandchild as soon as possible as we need to order craft supplies and make “Biblical clothing” for the children and volunteer leaders by mid-June.
We are looking for adult and teen volunteers to assist with various activities related to VBS. There are opportunities to make costumes and props on your schedule from home or you can assist with crafts or serving a lunch and snack, which is a single day assignment. Tent parents and assistants, who guide a tent family of 7-8 children to the activities, is a three- day assignment. Adult and teen volunteers working directly with children will need our standard background check.
Based on participation last year, we anticipate there will be 25-30 children from the 3 congregations participating. The majority of VBS will be inside Westminster Church so weather should not be an issue.
Please see Sarah Muegge or Nissa Krier for a registration form or to sign up to help.
Trinity Kid Photos
Care packages for college students
Miss Sarah, Jake and Rivers at our Kids Night with Westminster.
Elly making a May Basket.
Sunday School class learning about our siblings in Christ around the world!
Ansley Arquitt’s senior picture.
Passing of Joan Baird
Joan Pearson Baird, born on March 4, 1931, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2023. Joan was born and raised in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. She was married to her beloved husband Philip A. Baird of Springfield, Missouri who pre-deceased her in 2005.
She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, who touched the lives of many with her kindness, grace, and love.
Joan was also an avid reader and loved nothing more than curling up with a good book. She was a lifelong learner, always curious and interested in the world around her.
Joan's family and friends will always remember her as a kind, generous, and loving person who had a positive impact on everyone she met. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all those who knew and loved her.
The family will be holding a memorial service in Davenport, Iowa this summer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Literacy Council of Springfield, Missouri, an organization for which she proudly volunteered.
Household Items for Refugees
Due to lack of refugee sponsor groups to set up homes for incoming refugee families, the International Institute of Southwest Missouri is collecting household items. During the month of April, they are asking for towel sets. They would be very appreciative for donations from the community. They prefer new or almost new, if possible. They don't have to be expensive. You can leave them in the Sacristy (June’s old office) for the next three weeks. Thank you!
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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