Trinity Newsletter for July 27, 2023
From Pastor Chris
Pastor Chris is on sabbatical through July. His column will return in August.
Work of the Church: July 2023
The Session met on Sunday, July 16, 2023, in person at the Trinity Room and via video/phone conference using the Zoom application. The next stated meeting of the Session is Sunday, August 20, 2023.
During its July 2023 meeting, the Session:
Received with joy Nancy Winchip as a member of Trinity via affirmation of faith.
Received a report from the Rev. Dr. David Smazik and a small working group on priorities/initiatives and an action plan consistent with the recently approved Vision Statement.
Approved providing the congregation (during the July 23, 2023, worship service) an opportunity to donate to Living Waters’ work installing water systems in the Dominican Republic.
Approved additional expenditures for the installation of vinyl plank flooring in the western half of the church.
For questions regarding the work of the Session, you may contact Carole Hudgings, Clerk of Session.
Treasurer’s Report No report for June 2023.
Questions about the Treasurer’s Report may be directed to the Treasurer, Stephen Kane.
The following is a list of the various committees and organizations of Trinity, along with their current leadership teams for 2023:
The Deacons: Paula Tindell and Gail Tombleson are co-moderators of the Deacons.
Christian Education and Faith Formation (Leadership Team: Daphne Anderson (E), Dave Muegge (E), Amy Price (E), and Jan Redfern (D)).
Communications Task Force (Leadership Team: Anne Crites (E) and Mike Simpson (D)).
Congregational Care (Leadership Team: Brenda Havens (D), Barbara Highley (D), Edith Reed (D), and Bill Trotter(D)). The Committee met on July 2, and made plans for a reception following Kathy Morriss’ memorial service. Current concerns and special needs of the congregation were discussed, and prayerful attention was given to each.
Finance (Leadership Team: Anne Crites (E), David Hart (E), Bob Kick (E), and Mike Wills (E)). The Finance Committee reviewed up-to-date cash flow and financial reserves and determined that both are sufficient for meeting the needs of Trinity Church.
Generosity and Engagement (Leadership Team: Carrie Arquitt (E), Jerri Ilkiw (D), and Mike White (E)).
Mission and Public Witness (Leadership Team: Carrie Arquitt (E), Ansley Arquitt (YD), David Conaway (D), and Mike Simpson (D)).
Nominating (Leadership Team: Daphne Anderson (E) and Dave Muegge (E)).
Personnel (Leadership Team: Bob Bell (E), Karen Cavicchia (D), and Bob Kick (E)). The Personnel Committee discussed how the budget (including future staffing needs) for Trinity PCUSA (Trinity) should result from the mission and vision now being developed with help from the Rev. Dr. David Smazik, consultant to Trinity.
Welcome and Fellowship (Leadership Team: Carol Minton (E), Paula Tindell (D), and Gail Tombleson (D)). Save the dates for a potluck breakfast August 27 and the annual church picnic on October 1.
Worship and Music (Leadership Team: Jeannie Reed (D), Susan Uffmann (E), and Mike White (E)).
Please Note: (E) designates Elder, (D) designates Deacon, and (YD) designates Youth Deacon.
Roadwork Awareness
The city will soon begin improvements on and around Battlefield Road, between Glenstone and Lone Pine avenues. Consider using an alternate route if this impacts your travel to and from Trinity.
International Institute of Southwest Missouri Update
The International Institute is in great need of kitchen/dining room tables and chairs. There are several refugee families without them. If you have or know of any gently used tables and chairs that can be donated, please contact Andy Webb at 417-619-4118. Andy is in charge of finding and furnishing housing for incoming refugees at the Institute. They are getting several families a month, so the need is always there. Also, TVs are always requested by the families but not considered a necessity. As you upgrade to bigger and better, consider donating the still working TV to the Institute. Thank you for all your donations so far and your continued support.
Service of Witness to the Resurrection for the Rev. Julie March
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection for the Rev. Julie M. March will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Julie was the stepmother of Susan March Uffman and joined the Church Triumphant on January 27, 2023. Following her diagnosis of Alzheimer's, she returned to Springfield in August, 2014. Her combined children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren will be in attendance on that date. Obituary may be found at gormanscharpf.com.
Walk & Talk
During the Ozarks Festival of Faiths planning, an idea was brought up for a Walk and Talk.
The first one was successful and it was decided to continue them. This is a great opportunity to help heal our community of polarization and bring understanding and appreciation of differences.
Bring your water bottle and spread the word!
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
Please join us for a Combined Adult Sunday School Class during the months of June, July and August.
We have guest speakers on a variety of topics, from our mission partners to music (see the schedule below). The class will meet downstairs in the Fellowship Hall at 10:15 a.m. Come when you are able!
July 30: Sarah Muegge- Young Children’s Class. Learn more about us!
August 6: TBD
August 13: Rev. Chris Miller- Sabbatical Presentation.
August 20: Rev. Chris Miller – Sabbatical Presentation, second session.
August 27: TBD
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