Trinity Newsletter for January 12, 2023
From Pastor Chris
I hope you have enjoyed a good start to 2023! Over the coming weeks I will be sharing with you some of our upcoming projects and priorities for the year here at Trinity, from our continuing work on congregational vitality to how we are continuing to invest our resources of time and finances in mission projects here and around the world.
However, the first update of the year comes a bit closer to home. Starting this coming Monday, January 16, construction will begin at church on new, fully accessible restrooms near the Sanctuary. The whole project is expected to take about six weeks to complete and will see the construction of three new "family style," ADA accessible restrooms where the current Parlor is located (next to the women's restroom across from the nursery). Additionally, when the new restrooms are complete, the current restrooms will be renovated and updated.
Here are some expected impacts of this facility upgrade:
Building accessibility on Sundays will NOT change. The current restrooms will remain accessible until the new facilities are complete and ready to use.
There will be construction items visible in the main hallway and in the downstairs kitchen as work progresses. We will strive to keep the disruption to a minimum.
Starting this Monday, we are asking all WEEKDAY access to the building use the West / Trinity doors, as the Foyer / East doors will be used for construction access.
We anticipate the work will take approximately six weeks to complete, but if this changes we will let you know.
This accessibility and access improvement is being funded by our facility partners at Brentwood Christian Church.
I look forward to sharing more about our plans for 2023 with you in the coming weeks, but as always, please let me know if you have any questions. I am delighted you are part of the Trinity family. If you would ever like to get together for coffee or lunch or just to chat, please let me know!
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Chris
You Are Invited to Chili After Church
January 22, 2023 following worship service Look for sign-up sheets during worship service January 15 for attendance and for volunteering to bring food items. If you miss the sign-up sheets you can email Patty Dunn.
Epiphany Handbell Day
It's finally happening! Our efforts to start a handbell choir might have been delayed a couple of years due to the pandemic, but we are off to a wonderful start! On Saturday, January 7, about 14 folks from Trinity and Brentwood met from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Led by Ilace Mears (who is a phenomenal teacher), we had a wonderful meet and greet, learned the basics of handbells and chimes, did a little ringing and were able to end our day by playing a song. We had a lovely lunch together and a great beginning to what we hope will be a wonderful way to spread more musical blessings to the congregations of Trinity and Brentwood.
We are planning to have weekly rehearsals on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m., but we are still in the planning phase and discussing a schedule that is best for everyone.
Here are some pics to get you as excited as we are about the handbells and chimes!
Church Garage Sale - Coming Soon
It’s almost time again for the Two Congregation Church Garage Sale
May 4-6, 2023
Start saving your stuff- Details will follow, including ways for volunteers to help with set-up, sale days and clean-up
Only small furniture (no larger than a kitchen chair, end table, etc.) will be accepted for sale.
NEW in 2023- we cannot accept larger furniture as there is no place to donate this if it doesn’t sell. We cannot accept beds, cribs or grills.
Sunday Morning Coffee
Coffee, Lemonade and Water are available in the foyer- Grab a cup before Sunday School or Morning Worship but remember, no beverages in the Sanctuary except water.
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 , 6:00 p.m. in the Trinity room (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.
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:
Lunch and Lessons - Middle and High School youth enjoy lunch the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month 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.
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