Trinity Newsletter for September 14, 2023
From Pastor Chris
If you haven't already, you should soon be receiving your 2024 pledge packet. I hope you will take time to review the materials our Generosity & Engagement Committee has prepared and then prayerfully consider how you plan to support the mission and ministry of Trinity in the year to come. We will be dedicating our pledges during worship on Sunday, October 22, followed by our annual pie supper - it is always a joy-filled Sunday, so I hope you will make a special effort to attend.
At Trinity, 90% of the funding for our mission and ministry comes directly from members of our community who make an annual pledge to participate in our financial life. Your pledge allows us to support our staff, engage in mission, and equip our Trinity family for our life of faith together. Most importantly, your pledge helps us nurture connections as we seek to live into the vision God has given our church. Thank you in advance for your prayerful consideration of how you plan to support Trinity in the year to come.
I am so thankful I get to spend my time with you! If ever want to have a conversation about faith, the church, or the last great book you read, please reach out. I'd love to connect more.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
RSVP Today for our Trinity Connect Luncheon
On Sunday, September 24, Pastor Chris will be hosting a luncheon after worship for anyone who is interested in learning more about how to connect with Trinity. Maybe you are looking for a new way to volunteer, or you are newer in the Trinity family and are wanting to learn more about our study options, or you are considering becoming an official voting member of Trinity -- wherever you are in your journey with Trinity, we would love for you to join us for lunch and a time of connection. To help with planning, would you please RSVP by sending Pastor Chris an email so we can properly plan for lunch? See you on the 24th!
Eden Village Work Day
Come and help us out at the original village, 2801 E. Division Street, this Saturday from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Donuts provided. Come with a water bottle and clothes appropriate for the weather because we desperately need some porches stained. All ages welcome! See you then.
Church Picnic, Sunday October 1
Rain or Shine
1:00 p.m. - Immediately following worship
Inside the Botanical Center at Nathanael Greene Park
2400 S Scenic
Fried Chicken provided by the church.
You Need to Bring- A side dish and your own plates, table service & beverage. All seating is inside with tables and chairs, wheelchair accessible
Sign up sheets available Sept 17 and 24 at Worship or call the office to RSVP
Artwork Solicited
The Brentwood and Trinity congregations are filled with talented, creative artists. Our beautifully renovated church needs to visually reflect the people who worship within its walls. With that in mind, we are asking for artists of all ages to consider sharing their creativity by donating their original two-dimensional artwork. Art is needed for all areas of the church: the coffee fellowship area, hallways, classrooms, offices, bathrooms, and the fellowship hall. A committee from both congregations will curate the artist submissions to decide which artworks will work best and where they should be placed. We are asking artists to submit digital jpeg images with dimensions, media, and title. The artwork can be from any media—paint, fiber, collage, photography, mixed media, crayon, marker, etc. as long as it can be hung on a wall. Framed work is preferred. Unframed work will also be considered. Please send all digital submissions and questions to
Suzanne Thomas suzdthomas@gmail.com
Deadline to submit: October 1st.
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
Starting Sunday, September 10!
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.
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 Sara Muegge and Jan Redfern would be happy to see our Trinity kids and their friends.
Youth-Opportunities to Connect: In the planning stages for this year! Friends are welcome to join in activities and events as we connect with each other in and outside of Trinity. Contact: Nissa Krier.
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 are welcome. Contact: 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. We hope you will join us for fellowship and discussion. Contact: Dave Muegge.
SALT: This class typically decides on materials together and has used a variety of books and study formats, with questions to spark discussion of living out our faith in today's world. Come when you can, no experience required! SALT meets in Room 17. Contact: Amy Price.
Four and More: This Bible study derives its name from meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays (presently by Zoom). Anyone wanting to join can send their email address to the study leader Jane Huffstettler, and she will provide the Zoom link.
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