Trinity Newsletter for August 3, 2023
From Pastor Chris
I'm back!
April 27 was my last newsletter note to you before I began my Sabbatical time of study, rest, and reflection. In that note I encouraged you to engage in some of the same work I was going to be doing, specifically creating intentional time to care for your soul. I would love to hear from you letting me know how that went! Could you find a few minutes today and send me a text or email sharing how the last three months have been for you?
Over the coming weeks I will be sharing some of what I've done and learned over the past months. During the Sunday School hour on August 13 and 20 I'll be sharing some stories and experiences; I hope you'll be able to join me! Of course, I'd also be delighted to get together over lunch or coffee to chat about my experiences and yours - drop me a note and let's find a time to connect!
I'm so grateful to be your pastor and I look forward to sharing in worship and communion with you this Sunday.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
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.
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!
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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