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Pastor’s Notes
T.S. Eliot famously wrote “April is the cruelest month,” but he never visited Chicago in February. February is a gray, dreary month, without the boost of the New Year’s holiday—and in my case, the excitement of new classes starting—that January offered. February felt like a four-week extension of January. There were only two bright spots that February offered, the days were starting to get longer and Spring Training began. For baseball fans, Spring Training is the rebirth of Hope. As a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs Hope is often the best that the baseball season had to offer.
Spring Training led up to Opening Day, the first day of the baseball season. Every team starts with a clean slate on Opening Day, no runs, no hits, no errors…yet.
Spring Training is a clear, even obvious analog to Lent. They both begin when the days (in the Northern Hemisphere) are lengthening. “Lent” comes from the Old English word “lencten” which means “lengthen.” They are both seasons of preparation. For Christians Lent is a season of repentance and self-denial, preparation for our journey to the Cross with Christ. For baseball players, Spring Training is a season of getting ready for the baseball season.
For pitchers and catchers Spring Training begins between February 10 and 13. For Christians Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18.
Whether the Season of Preparation ends with “We’re born again; there’s new grass on the field,” or “Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!” look for signs of Hope and New Life in this season.
See you in church,
— Pastor Tom
Worship for October 6, 2024
Today, October 6, is the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Laura Fleetwood will preach and lead us in our observance of World Communion Sunday. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for September 29, 2024
Today, September 29, is the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. “Our Faith through Our Music,” led by Choir Director Robert Reed and Music Coordinator Carla Wootton, is our theme for worship this morning. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for September 22, 2024
Today, September 22, is the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Dr. Hiheon Kim, PC(USA) International Peacemaker, will preach. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for September 15, 2024
Today, September 15, is the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Barry Williams will preach. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for September 8, 2024
Today, September 8, is the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Trinity members who participated in the Living Waters mission trip will offer insights and reflections during morning worship. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for September 1, 2024
Today, September 1, is the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Jane Huffstetter will preach. Sunday School will resume on Sunday, September 8. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for August 25, 2024
Today, August 25, is the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Howard Cavner will preach. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and will host an end-of-summer brunch in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for August 18, 2024
Today, August 18, is the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Laura Fleetwood will preach. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for August 11, 2024
Today, August 11, is the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Barry Williams will preach. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for August 4, 2024
Today, August 4, is the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost. The Rev. Jane Huffstetler will preach and lead us in communion. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for July 28, 2024
Today, July 28, is the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost. Jaimie Trussell from Council of Churches of the Ozarks will present on the Church’s call to care. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for July 21, 2024
Today, July 21, is the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Barry Williams will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for July 14, 2024
Today, July 14, is the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Howard Cavner will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for July 7, 2024
Today, July 7, is the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost. Ruling Elder Melinda Spencer will preach, lead us in an Affirmation of Faith, and preside over Communion. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for June 30, 2024
Today, June 30, is the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Chris Miller will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for June 23, 2024
Today, June 23, is the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Chris Miller will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for June 16, 2024
Today, June 16, is the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Chris Miller will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith; Bill Trotter will be ordained as an Elder. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for June 9, 2024 (Copy)
Today, June 9, is the Third Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Chris Miller will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for June 2, 2024
Today, June 2, is the Second Sunday after Pentecost. Rev. Chris Miller will preach, lead us in an Affirmation of Faith, and celebrate Communion. Adult Sunday School classes have combined for the summer and meet in the fellowship hall at 10:15 a.m. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.
Worship for May 26, 2024
Today, May 26, is Trinity Sunday. Rev. Chris Miller will preach and lead us in an Affirmation of Faith. This morning, our Sunday School classes will meet at 10:15am. We gather in the Sanctuary and online today at 11:30am for worship. As always, our online service is recorded and available later in the week to watch and share with others.