Trinity Newsletter for June 30, 2022
From Pastor Chris
Over the past few years, Trinity has been the lucky recipient of several large donations of books. Most of these books are focused on faith and Christianity; several of the donations have come from retired clergy. While we have been able to use some of these books at Trinity, we simply don't have the library space to store and make good use of the majority of these donated works.
Before we donate the books, we want to make them available to you. For the next few weeks there will be a table inside the West / Trinity Entrance at church (as well as a bookshelf by the window) with a display of books on top and additional boxes below. Please peruse the collection and feel free to take any books that catch your interest. There are quite a few bibles of various translations, books on spirituality, church history, and much more. We also have many back issues of church magazines (Presbyterian Outlook, Christian Century, Presbyterians Today, etc) which you are welcome to enjoy.
The books are free, but if you wish to make a small donation there will be a box nearby. Any books that haven't been claimed by the end of July will be donated and magazines will be recycled.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
Summer Series: Embracing Vitality In Our Common Life
Sunday Morning Study - Sundays at 10:15 a.m. in Fellowship Hall and on Zoom
Join Pastor Chris as he leads a summer long study series on the Seven Marks of Vitality and how they apply to Trinity.
Sunday Morning Worship - Sundays at 11:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Our worship services over the summer will reflect on our themes of vitality as together we sing, pray, and hear scripture on God's call to our community.
Thursday Afternoon Discussion Group - Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. in Room 17
We will gather each week for a less structured time of discussion around topics of vitality and discernment. This is independent of the Sunday class. You don't need to attend the class to fully participate in the discussion group, but those who attend the class might find this a good chance to go deeper on the topic of the week.
Transportation Volunteers Needed
From time to time we have members of the Trinity family who would like to attend in-person worship or events but don’t have transportation. If you would be willing to help drive someone to church, please contact June in the church office (417-450-2544) so we can connect you with opportunities to help.
CURRENT NEED: Two individuals will need a ride for 2 or 3 weeks in August while their usual ride is out of town. They live near Fremont and Republic and one uses a walker, so the vehicle will need enough space for the walker.
Fifth Wednesday Meals
This week Trinity will be providing 170 take-out meals for those in need. Some members might not be familiar with "Breaking Bread and Building Bridges", a program sponsored by Grace United Methodist Church, which provides a meal each Wednesday to members of our community. Several years ago the mission committee chose to partner with Grace and provide the meal on the Fifth Wednesday of the month, which usually happens four times a year. Prior to the pandemic we prepared and served the meals at Grace, but for the past two years we have boxed the meals and delivered them to the church. I would like to thank the eight members of Trinity who are helping prepare meals this month, and if this mission sounds like something you would like to explore a little more please contact me, Kate Companik.
If you have take-out silverware you would like to get rid of we can put it to good use. Bring it to the next curbside food drive on July 11, Thanks!
Presbyterian Women Luncheon
Presbyterian Women will be having a luncheon on Friday, July 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ocean Zen The cost is $21 per person, and the meal will be buffet style all you can eat. Please RSVP and pay as soon as possible. Checks should be made payable to Presbyterian Women and be given to our treasurer, Gail Tombleson or me.
Thank you very much,
Brenda Kane
2022 VBS - The Power of Water
Called To Care
Called to Care is a special program of Trinity Church. It was created to
Affirm our members in their individual mission outreach in the community.
Support a broad range of helping agencies making a positive difference in the community.
Called to Care is a grant program open to any Trinity member who volunteers through a non-profit agency which may have special projects or unique opportunities arise.
Applications are available on the church’s website or by contacting any member of the leadership team of the Mission and Public Witness Committee: Bob Bell (E) Joan Menchetti (E) David Connaway (D). The Committee receives, screens, and approves grants and welcomes applications from our members at any time.
Trinity Church is represented throughout the community by our members who invest their time, energy, and resources in a diverse range of offerings the community provides. Trinity Church is invested in mission—individually and corporately—serving the needs of all God’s children. How can the church come alongside you to undergird your mission?
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