Trinity Newsletter for March 21, 2024
From Pastor Chris
This coming Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week as we celebrate Palm and Passion Sunday. Over Holy Week we remember the events that led Jesus to his execution and resurrection. From the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, to the cross, and eventually the empty tomb, this week marks the center of the Christian calendar.
I hope you will plan to join your Trinity family in worship over Holy Week at the following services:
Palm and Passion Sunday: March 24 at 11:30 a.m.
Maundy Thursday: March 28 at 6:00 p.m.
Good Friday: March 29 at 6:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday: March 31 with Brunch at 10:00 and Worship at 11:30 a.m.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
Presbyterian Women Update
Spring is here!
So PW gals will:
Smile
Protect
Reach out
Include
Never give up
Gather
We work to make our local mission as successful as the missions of PW worldwide.
Keep springing into action!!
(Courtesy of Linda Jackson, Co-Moderator of PWJCP)
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
PW in John Calvin Presbytery: Spring Gathering
Ozark Presbyterian, Ozark, MO
“Have No Fear, For God Provides”
Saturday, April 20, 2024
9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join women from all over the Presbytery!
(Watch for Registration form coming soon)
PW in the PC(USA): Triennial CHURCHWIDE GATHERING
St. Louis, MO
“Do Everything in Love”
Thursday, August 8 - Sunday, August 11, 2024
Join women from all over the World!
(Visit presbyterianwomen.org/gathering for information and registration)
PW at Trinity:Summer Luncheon
Trinity Presbyterian, Springfield, MO
Saturday, July 13, 2024
1:30 p.m.
Join new and old friends as we gather to celebrate our past, present and future!
(More information to come)
We hope to see everyone at one, two, or all three exciting events!
AND DON’T FORGET -
Send your contributions to Trinity’s PW today to continue our exciting work together!!
Mail to: Gail Tombleson
2717 W Trevor Trail
Ozark, MO 65721
Two Congregation Church Garage Sale
May 2-4, 2024
Save your stuff!
Details and volunteer sign-up sheets are available at the desk outside the Nave and at the West Door
Proceeds will fund improved lighting, painting, flooring etc. that improve building accessibility
Trinity Photo Directory Coming Soon!
We are delighted to share that we are preparing a new photo directory for our church family! As we prepare this exciting project, we need your help to make sure everyone's information is up to date and that we have new photos of each person and family.
LEARN MORE HERE: https://trinityspringfieldpcusa.org/directory
Here's how you can help:
We will have a Photo Booth set up in the West Entrance. Please stop by in the next few weeks to have your individual and family photo taken for the directory. If you aren't able to come get your photo taken, you may email a photo to the church office; please see the website.
A few final points:
If you would rather securely update your information online, or have other questions, visit our Directory Update page on our website: https://trinityspringfieldpcusa.org/directory
If you no longer consider yourself part of the Trinity community, please contact our office so we may update our records. You may send an email to (office@trinityspringfieldpcusa.org) requesting to have your records updated. We only want to contact those who wish to be affiliated with Trinity.
Thank you for being part of the Trinity family! We look forward to sharing our new directory with you soon!
Save the Date: Pottery Painting Party on April 22
Mark your calendars now for a fun event happening in April! Trinity has reserved the studio at Firehouse Pottery from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22. Come and enjoy an afternoon with your church family as we paint pottery together. You choose your own piece to paint; options range from mugs and plates to fun figurines and sculptures. Trinity Welcome & Fellowship will cover the first $10 toward the cost of whatever piece(s) you choose to paint; there is no studio fee or other cost to attend.
We will need RSVPs for numbers; look for signup sheets the first two weeks of April.
Last Day: Help Trinity Plan For New Ministry Opportunities
Trinity Presbyterian is part of an initiative at Princeton Theological Seminary called the Ministry Collaboratory. We are working with them to explore ways to engage young adults in the church and in the community.
As a part of this, we have the opportunity to learn more about our congregation through an anonymous survey, the Innovation Culture Index (ICI). The purpose of the ICI is to measure our congregation’s outlook and attitude in key areas associated with innovative potential. The ICI helps to reveal perceptions, beliefs, and practices around how congregations might foster or hinder innovative activity. It is not a test—there is no pass or fail. It’s an interpretive tool to help our team identify strengths and challenges as we prepare for upcoming ministry opportunities. The link for the survey is below. Please be as honest as possible as you reply.
https://mqxazakjof6.typeform.com/TrinityPres
After you click the link, you’ll be prompted to enter an access code. The code is: 9indicators
Once completed, you will receive your personal scores via email. Scores will be combined into an aggregate score before we receive it so no individual answers will be shared. The average scores will give us a big picture view for our team to reflect and discuss together.
Thank you for helping us in our work!
Redfern Memorial Children & Youth Library
Grand opening of the Redfern Memorial Children and Youth Library. Ribbon cutting following the Palm Sunday service on March 24.
Trinity Easter Brunch
The Trinity Welcome & Fellowship Committee is delighted to invite you to our Easter Brunch! Join us on Easter Sunday before worship in Fellowship Hall. No RSVP is needed, simply come at 10:00 a.m. and enjoy the fellowship of your Trinity family. You are invited to bring a favorite brunch dish to share, but it is not required.
New Office Volunteering Opportunities
The Office Volunteer Sign-Up page has been updated to include dates for February and March. New dates will be added monthly. Dates noted with an asterisk (*) reflect standing ministry commitments Alyssa has outside the office, times when volunteers are most needed. On other days, volunteers in the office provide her with undistracted time to grow our digital footprint in ministry. Volunteers will primarily be responsible for answering phones for both congregations and responding to the west side door. Days have been broken up into three-hour shifts, but can be reconfigured to accommodate a potential volunteer. Please check the list on Sign-up Genius here. For more information contact the church office.
Assistive Listening Available During Worship
Learn More Here: https://trinityspringfieldpcusa.org/listen
Trinity has a new hearing assist system in the Sanctuary. This state of the art upgrade will allow anyone who needs assistance hearing during worship to use one of several options to feel more connected. Here are the highlights:
For anyone: we have new, individual audio receiver units you can borrow during worship that come with an ear-piece. You can adjust the volume with a simple up/down button, and even bring your own corded headphones if you prefer.
For individuals with T-Loop compatible hearing aides: our audio receiver units can be adapted to hang around your neck and broadcast directly to your hearing aides.
For anyone with an iPhone or Android smartphone: we have a free app you can download and use to broadcast audio directly to your Bluetooth-enabled hearing aides or your own personal headphones. Download the app here: https://trinityspringfieldpcusa.org/listen
If you would like to make use of our new hearing assist system, please see one of our AV volunteers in the back-right corner of the sanctuary prior to the service ask Pastor Chris for help.
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
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 Sarah 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.
Adult Class Offerings
Studying the Word: (Formerly the Lectionary Class) and SALT Classes have now combined!
Together we decide on materials and apply the wisdom of scripture to our lives. We'd love for all interested to join us in sharing how to live out our faith in today's world.
We have been using current event articles from the Wired Word, which includes scripture passages and questions to spark discussion. Starting February 18, we will be using devotional materials and commentary from Sanctified Art. We will continue this through the season of Lent. We currently meet in Room 17 at 10:15 and welcome virtual participation via Ring Central. Contact: Amy Price or the church office for Ring Central link information.
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.
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 Huffstetler, and she will provide the Zoom link.
Get More Each Week
Our weekly email newsletter contains more updates than we include on the website. Get our monthly birthday updates, prayer requests, and more by signing up to get the newsletter delivered to your inbox each Thursday morning. Tap the button below to sign up now.
