Trinity Newsletter for April 4, 2024
From Pastor Chris
What a joy-filled Easter! From a delicious brunch (which continued to reinforce my belief that there is no such thing as a bad breakfast casserole) and delightful cookie bags to the amazing music and astounding joy of sharing in worship with so many visitors, guests, family members, and Trinity regulars - it was truly a highlight of our church year.
I want to express my sincere gratitude to all those who worked so many unseen hours to make Holy Week and Easter a wonderful time in our life together. From our music staff, choir, and guest musicians to the many volunteers with our Welcome & Fellowship team who prepared for the brunch and cookie bags, we are blessed with a community who knows how to show up! Ushers, communion servers, those who donated brunch items and cookies... thank you! I would also specifically mention Alyssa, our Director of Communication and Administrative Ministries and our Welcome Desk volunteers, who all helped make the logistics of the week look easy.
As we catch our breath this week, please take note of the many exciting events we have coming up soon. Read on for more details on:
The last two dates to have your directory photo taken in person...
An outing to paint pottery with your Trinity family, and...
A chance to learn more about other faith traditions in the Ozarks.
He is risen! He is risen, indeed.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
UPDATE: Trinity Photo Directory - Two More Chances to Get Your Photo Taken!
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
We have TWO MORE CHANCES for you to get your photo taken for our new directory:
After Worship THIS SUNDAY (April 7, 2024) OR
Monday, April 8, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
On either day, come to the West Entry at Trinity and we will be happy to take your photo for the directory. If you cannot make either of these remaining in person times, please visit our directory information page on how to email a photo of yourself to our office.
Thank you for being part of the Trinity family! We look forward to sharing our new directory with you soon!
Opportunity to Learn about Faith in the Ozarks
The Community Partnership of the Ozarks and the Have Faith Initiative are hosting two upcoming community conversations working to increase understanding of the diverse faith groups in our community. Both events are on the MSU campus and are free (including free parking) and open to the public. Pastor Chris will be representing Trinity at the second session on May 9 at 7:00 pm. See the flyer below for more information and the full list of panelists:
Easter Cookies
A big thank you to all that shared Easter Cookies. We filled 150 bags to share following the Easter Worship Service.
Presbyterian Women Spring Gathering
It’s Coming! It’s Coming! It’s Coming
Presbyterian Women
in John Calvin Presbytery
Spring Gathering
Ozark Presbyterian Church
Ozark, MO
Saturday, April 20, 2024
9:30 – 2:00
Plan NOW to attend this gathering of women as we worship, learn, and share together. Lunch cost is $10.00. Make your reservation today. You can download the registration form here or pick one up at the Welcome Desk by West entrance.
Sign-up sheets will also be at the Welcome Desk for those who would like to possibly share a ride.
Come join in the Fellowship, Food and Fun!
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
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.
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.
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