Trinity Newsletter for October 6, 2022
From Pastor Chris
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week in the Presbyterian Church (USA). We recognize that our health and wellbeing is more than physical, but encompasses our mental, emotional, and spiritual wholeness as well. While decreasing, there remains stigma in our community around issues of mental and emotional health, with some people still wrongly equating these issues with personal weakness.
As the church we have an important role to play in reducing this stigma and helping connect people with resources so they can thrive. Mental and emotional health issues are nothing to be ashamed of. When we recognize there is something in our life impacting our wellbeing, whether that is a broken leg or feelings of anxiety or depression, we should seek out appropriate professional care, follow through with treatment, and work to return to a place of wholeness and wellbeing.
There are lots of good resources here in Springfield to help care for your own mental and emotional health, or to connect a friend or loved one to good resources. For a place to start, here's a great resource from the Springfield-Greene County Health Department on Community Resources, including the new 988 Lifeline:
https://www.springfieldmo.gov/3683/Community-Resources-for-Mental-Health
If you need help accessing mental health resources or don't know where to start, please give me a call. I'm always available to sit down and chat about concerns, questions, or the spiritual side of whatever situation you may be facing.
On a personal note, today I will be having a minor surgical procedure that was rescheduled from earlier in the year due to Elizabeth's medical needs. I will be out of the office from today (Thursday, October 6) through Sunday as I recover. If you have any pressing needs, please contact the church office and June will be happy to assist. Rev. Bill Havens will be preaching on Sunday, and I know you will be blessed by his words.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
Curbside Food and Clothing Drive This Coming Monday
Our monthly Curbside Food and Clothing Drive will take place this coming Monday, October 10 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Please bring your donations to the West / Trinity doors and a volunteer will meet you to help unload your car.
We are collecting the following items this month:
New and Gently Used Clothing (all sizes and styles), please wash items before donating.
Nonperishable, unexpired food (canned protein, fruit, and veg are always in need).
Household and personal hygiene items (toilet paper and individually wrapped bar soap are big needs).
All donations go to support our mission partners at Woodland Heights Presbyterian Church and Crosslines Food Pantry. Thank you for your generosity!
Afghan Refugees Update
Hello, Trinity!
Our Aghan friends enjoyed meeting the people and Pastor of Trinity at the September 25 picnic! The area was lovely and they each had great fun and food!!
The Trinity Team is certainly utilizing Jordan Valley Community Health Center for all the heretofore unaddressed medical needs of our refugees. Securing their health is an important aspect of the team’s support and will, of course, impact their lives here in a good way.
Donations continue to be offered as these young men need them. Fahim and Ali, our most recent additions, now have a washer and dryer in their duplex. We also have a crock pot, microwave, and TV, given in support of our friends. Adnan, in his senior year of high school requests “a used laptop, if possible, please.”
After meeting with International studies at MSU, one will apply for the English Language Institute, another for completion of his bachelor degree before applying to med school, and one will apply for graduate school. There are 2 others who will do ESL at OTC, as they have little or no English skills.
These young men have so much weighing on their hearts because of family, spouses, and children they left behind. Yet, they smile, work hard, and persevere. We are so in awe of their accomplishments. Please know that your kindness supports them in all their efforts, and they think of you with hearts full of gratitude.
Peace,
Martha Sparrow, team leader, CSG of Trinity
Church Women United
Springfield, Mo. Unit Farewell Open House
Friday, October 21, 2022 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1900 E. Barataria. In the Fellowship Hall, parking and entrance in back (South side). Come … share in our last gathering to celebrate our long history of working together as an “ecumenical Christian women’s movement celebrating unity in diversity and working for a world of peace and justice.”
Come … current and past members to fellowship together once more.
Come … CELEBRATE!
Service of Remembrance for Tom Cavicchia
A Celebration of Life, Remembrance, and Gratitude Service will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church on October 15, 2022, at 10:30 a.m, for The Reverend Dr. Thomas H. Cavicchia. Dr. Cavicchia served as the pastor of The First Presbyterian Church in Mt. Vernon, MO, for nine years before becoming the Executive Presbyter of John Calvin Presbytery in 1971, where he served until his retirement in 1994. Also in 1994, Princeton Theological Seminary honored Dr. Cavicchia with its Distinguished Alumnus Award for his 23 years of administrative service to the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA). A year later, John Calvin Presbytery awarded him the status of Executive Presbyter Emeritus.
Trinity Sunday School Classes
There are Sunday School opportunities for all ages from Kindergarten on. 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.
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 our welcome! Contact person: 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. Topics last year included: Immigration in the US, The Apostles’ Creed by Pastor Adam Hamilton, and Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes. We hope you will join us for fellowship and discussion. Contact: Dave Muegge
SALT - a casual class in a discussion format. Studies are chosen with a focus on material that can be engaged in with little preparation. We share in leading lessons based on participant comfort level. Come when you can, no experience required! SALT meets in Room 17. Contact: Amy Price
Four and More- this Bible Study has this name from meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays... presently by Zoom. We have been walking through the Bible together for four years and are presently studying the book of Romans. Anyone wanting to join can send their email address to leader, Jane Huffstetler. She will provide the Zoom link. huffstetlerjane48@gmail.com
Youth:
Donuts and Discussion- Middle and High School youth enjoy donuts while exploring topics youth members select from our resources. We intend to have a safe space for open conversation in hopes of supporting independent thought while offering a faith-based perspective. Contact: Nissa Krier- nissakrier@gmail.com
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-(twin2_53@hotmail.com) and Jan Redfern- (jredfern1313@gmail.com) would be happy to see our Trinity kids and their friends.
PW Circle Days/Times
Lydia Circle: 1st Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity (Susan Uffmann, 417-827-2487)
(Note: September will be on Sept. 13)
Sarah Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity (Brenda Kane, 417-773-5583)
Rachel Circle: 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. in homes (Cynthia Oliver, 417-719-8070)
Rebecca Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. at Trinity (Jan Redfern, 417-225-2435)
Esther Circle: 3rd Monday , 6:30 p.m. at Trinity (Kristin Butler, 417-268-8015)
Morning, afternoon, or evening – there is a time and place for you to join other women in fellowship, growth and friendship as we walk through studying the Bible together.
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