Tuesday Word ~ Trinity United Methodist Church ~ Tuesday, 29 October 2013
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Week-end Worship
Sunday Service
Worship Center
8:15, 9:40 & 11:00
Rev. Esther Rodriguez
UPCOMING EVENTS
10/30 - Rejoice 2 pm and Cheers 4pm
10/30 - Wednesday Night Supper 5:30 - 7 pm, various programming begins at 7 pm including "Who Stole My Church?' book study
10/30 - 6:35 Worship in the Chapel, Rick Quackenbush
11/2 - Daylight Savings Time - turn your clocks back one hour
11/3 - Sponsor a Guardian ad Litem child. Sign up in the Narthex OR CMT office, rm. 108
11/8 - 5:30-8:30 Parent's Night Out
11/10 - Sit Together Sunday (9:40 & 11:00) for all elementary children; 11:00-Baptism Orientation
11/11 - Last day to order Christmas Trees
11/13 - Stepping Stones Scholastic Book Fair, 6:30, Atrium
11/20 - Rejoice Performance, 6:30, Worship Center
11/21 - Healing Touch Cancer Support Group, 5:30, Atrium
Church Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Daylight Savings Time Begins:
Reminder - please turn your clocks back one hour Saturday evening.
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Dear Friends,
Work on the Trinity Playground has begun! It will be fully handicap accessible, and a special place for families to gather - Stepping Stones, MOPS, Community - everyone. We will be doing as much of the work as possible ourselves - with a work day this Saturday morning, so come on out.
Did you know - that on a recent weekend over 500 boy/cub scouts camped out on our campus Friday night, and left it squeaky clean on Saturday, as 700 people arrived for Upward Soccer and in time to free the parking lot for a 1:00 funeral, and then worship on Sunday, followed by setting up for 400 people to arrive on Monday for the PACE Center for girls fundraising luncheon - just another weekend in the life of your Trinity - so alive, so open and welcoming to the community.
And your faithful contributions make this and so much more possible. Our theme for our Fall Financial focus is "Pursuing the Possibilities," as we respond to God's love and grace by committing a portion of those God-given resources to God's work through Trinity.
You'll soon be sent a pledge/commitment card. Please return it on November 17 - and as a token of appreciation, everyone who makes a pledge will be given a specially created coffee mug; it's really cool.
It's good to be back from the Board meeting of the Methodist Theological Seminary in Moscow. Truly, this young seminary is central to the lifeblood and ongoing health of the United Methodist Church in Russia and Eurasia. Our Florida Bishop has just agreed to come onto the Board, and his and our support are very important to these first generation Christians who are just beginning to come out of the darkness of atheism and communism.
Tonight at 7:00 in room 211 - the Center for Faith and Knowledge will meet, with Dr. John Sommerville presenting. All are welcome.
Love and Prayers, Dan
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Wednesday Night Supper
Join us every Wednesday for Food, Fun & Fellowship
Meal Costs: Adult - $7; Child - $3 (ages 0-5 eat free); $25 family cap
Supper served from 5:30-7 pm. Please pay by cash, check or charge at the door.
Menu for this Wednesday:
Chili & Cornbread
Hot Dogs
Cheese Quesadillas
Soup & Salad
*Cookie Decorating and Fun Crafts
*Children are welcome to come dressed in their costume.
Please feel free to come for supper and fellowship and participate in any of our Wednesday Night Opportunities as your schedule permits.
Following supper is the 6:35 Contemporary Service in the Chapel.
Upcoming Wednesday Night Opportunities for November:
November 6: A Presentation on "What Parents Need to Know About Video Games". 6:45 pm; Room 232. Click HERE for more information.
November 6 - 20: NEW "Walk the Talk", an Alpha "Next Steps" Video & Discussion for Small Groups. 6:30 - 8:15 pm; Room 203/204. Please contact Sharon McDow for more information.
Missions
This week's mission box supports the community Thanksgiving Basket program. This will be the 7th year TUMC coordinates the food donations and distribution of 1100 Thanksgiving meals. This community program works when the whole community participates so grab a flyer Sunday or print one out from the website. Put up a donation box at work, your community center, with your scouting or Rotary group, everywhere. Grocery gift cards and cash work great also! If you'd like to volunteer with sorting packing or distribution please go here to sign up or go to the Trinity website. You may also make a donation by clicking here.
The cooler weather has the local homeless population in need of donations of men's pants & shoes, gloves and knit caps. Fifty degrees doesn't sound too cold until you have to spend the whole night outside. Tent donations are always welcome as well. Donations can be dropped off in the blue bin in the Narthex and at reception
Membership
If you are looking for a church home and want to learn more about the vision, mission and ministries of Trinity United Methodist Church, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming Coffee with the Pastors. It is a casual gathering in which you'll learn more about the United Methodist Church, who we are at Trinity and what is expected of members. The class is designed for visitors and gives you the opportunity to meet our ministers and learn about the many ways to become involved in our church family.
Those who are ready to join have a chance to do so the Sunday after the Coffee. The next Coffee with the Pastors is December 8, from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m. in the Room 222. To register for Coffee with the Pastors click on this link or e-mail Carmen Nelson to receive the form via e-mail. We would love to meet you and to welcome you into the membership of our church!
Adult Ministries
What does it really mean to walk by faith? Hear what Biblical Sages for this generation (Chuck Colson, Rick Warren, & Gerard Long) share to guide Christians (new and experienced) across deep waters. So, if you've missed bonding at Alpha, this might be perfect for you.
What: NEW "Walk the Talk", an Alpha "Next Steps" Video & Discussion for Small Groups
When: Starting Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20
Where: Trinity E203 - E204 (behind Education Bldg. Elevator)
Time: 6:30 - 8:15 PM Video/Discussion
Childcare is available if needed. Please contact Sharon McDow for more information.
Youth
This Sunday: Thanksgiving Potluck. Join us this Sunday from 5:30-7:30 as we ring in November the best way - with food! Bring a side dish to share (Grandma's famous sweet potato casserole, Uncle Fred's best Thanksgiving stuffing, or any other side really). Sorry parents, this one's just for the Yoots, but we can't wait for you to join us at our Family Christmas Dinner in December!
Sports Ministry
Zumba class has begun! 9-9:45 in room 228/229. Come join the fun and be ready to move!
Senior (55+) Slo-Pitch softball happens every Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30 on the softball fields. Open to anyone who is interested.
Communion - "Why I Serve"
"Living in China was a wake-up call for my faith journey. What I took for granted at my home church in America was at the discretion of the Chinese government in Shanghai. The possibility of the loss of communion crystallized how important it was to me and how God's grace and love is reinforced in my faith each time I take the Holy Sacrament". - Chuck Goad
If you would like to become a communion steward (or to assist in serving communion), please contact Pam Goad."
Children's Ministries
Thanks to all of our families who donated candy for the Fall Harvest! It was a huge success and there was plenty of candy to share with all of our friends who sponsored trunks!!
Beginning Wednesday morning, the unfinished fenced-in playground between the Education Building and the chapel will be closed. Construction on the new playground has begun! Join us THIS Saturday at 9am for a "work day" as we will start the beginning phases of ground work. Lunch will be provided.
Don't miss the following "Sign-ups" happening THIS SUNDAY, November 3!
* Trinity is sponsoring 125 Guardian ad Litem children for the holidays. There are over 600 children in the court system in this circuit that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. There are countless others in our community who are at risk. Many of these children will not receive gifts without help from community businesses, churches, organizations and individuals who are willing to sponsor them. If your family would like to provide 3 gifts for a child in need, please stop by the Narthex or the Children's Ministries Office (Room 108) to choose a child. Gifts will need to be purchased, wrapped and returned to Trinity by Monday, December 2.
* "Experiencing the Wonder" Advent Festival on Wednesday, December 4 from 5:30-7:15. Join us for a special evening of dinner, crafts, caroling, Chrismons and cookies! Stop by our office, room 108, to purchase your dinner tickets for the family friendly dinner of Brown-sugar baked ham, Macaroni and cheese, Sauteed Green Beans, Applesauce, Garden Salad, Dinner Rolls, and Sugar Cookies. Costs: 0-5-Free; Children: $3; Adults: $5; Family Cap: $16. MANY VOLUNTEERS are needed. Please contact Christina at 416-3020.
* The Live Nativity is on Wednesday, December 18 from 5:30-7. Parents of Children, please sign up outside the CMT office, rm. 108, for a 15 minute slot.
Mark your calendar for the upcoming events - click here for more information.
Friday, November 8 - Parent's Night Out 5:30 - 8:30
Sunday, November 10 - Sit Together Sunday (9:40 & 11:00) for all Elementary children; 11:00-Baptism Orientation
Sunday, November 17 - Children's Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Brunch in Room 108
Sunday, November 20 - Last day of CHEERS 6:30 Rejoice Performance
Sunday, November 24 - 8:15, 9:40-CHEERS 3rd-5th grade dancers in Worship
11:00-CHEERS 1st-2nd grade dancers in Worship
General Announcements
Have you logged into MyTrinity yet? Connect with friends, join groups click here to find out about opportunities to get more involved. Login. Connect. Reach Out.
Volunteers needed this Sunday. We are beginning the ground work this Saturday to prepare for the new playground construction. We are looking for volunteers to help us for a few hours starting at 9:00am this Saturday 11/2/2013. Lunch will be provided.
Pumpkin Patch is OPEN! Come pick out a pumpkin, jump around in the bounce house, and spend some time outdoors with your family. We even have hayrides on the weekend! All proceeds support youth mission trips. The Pumpkin Patch is located outside the Education Building near the playground, and is open thru Thursday, 12-8pm.
Join Rev. Aaron and Bishop Carter on a trip to the Holy Land, May 12-21, 2014. Register with a deposit by November 30 to receive the last available discount. For more information, e-mail Aaron or call 352-416-3009.
Advent Festival is right around the corner! We have items that need to be cut and glued. Please help us prepare; stop by room 108 THIS SUNDAY. Donations needed: Tea lights, 2-3" wired gold, white or silver ribbon and Trader Joes paper grocery bags.
The dirt driveway that runs alongside the education building and atrium will be closed the month of October due to the pumpkin patch.
Advent Devotionals: Our Theme for Advent this year is "To Experience the Wonder."
We look forward to sharing your thoughts and experiences as a devotional (250 words
or less). Please include - a title, scripture, your writing and a prayer to close. Our
deadline is Sunday, November 3. You can send your devotions to Jim Cook.
It's that time of year again to start thinking about ordering your Christmas Tree! Deadline to order: Monday, November 11
Trees delivered to TUMC: Friday AM, November 29 (day after Thanksgiving)
Pickup times: Friday (11/29), Saturday (11/30) or Sunday (12/1) AM
Trees delivered to customers: week of December 2. Please contact Ben Haines if you have any questions.
Prayer and Wholeness and experiences to result in relating to God, to others and ourselves as well...These are the possibilities you afford yourself when you participate in Prayer and Wholeness, a gathering presented by Dr. Trudy Rankin and Rev. Robbi Walker. The Life Enrichment Center at Fruitland Park/Leesburg, November 8-9, is the date and place. Cost, which includes all meals and a very helpful take-home manual of information and exercises, is $96.00 sharing a room, $115.00 for a single room. For additional information click here. Space is limited. Please register by Friday, October 25. Further information, contact Jim Cook.
On Wednesday, November 13, Stepping Stones is kicking off our Scholastic Book Fair just for our Trinity congregation! We will be open during Cheers and Wednesday Night Dinner! We will have books for all ages, from cooking to inspirational to our ABC's. Please stop by the Atrium and see if we have something to "tickle your fancy!" On Thursday night from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, with the cooperation of the UF Farm Extension program, we will have several local farmers that will set up their produce/wares in the worship center. We will also, have our Scholastic Book Fair open that night! So finish your "chores" early, load up the family, and join us after dinner as we "round-up" some fun and fellowship! See y'all there!
Healing Touch Cancer Support Group meets on Thursday, November 21 in the O.Dean Martin Prayer Room at 5:30. We will be discussing the positive aspects of our cancer experience as we enter the holiday season. God has shown us His love and mercy in many ways during our cancer journey. All cancer patients, survivors, friends and family are welcome! For more information, call Marcey at 331-2960.
Sunday Morning Altar Flowers - If you wish to reserve the Worship Center altar flowers in honor or memory of someone or to the Glory of God, please contact Tammy or click here. The cost is $30 per arrangement.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are in need of volunteers for the Front Reception Desk, please contact Susan Kovi for details.
If you want to volunteer but don't see anything that interests you, contact Susan Kovi. Susan can help you help Trinity!
Communion Stewards are still needed for all three Sunday services - especially the 9:40 and 11:00 services. No experience is needed. Volunteers may help as they are available. No short or long term commitment. Please contact Pam Goad or Chuck Goad.
Kitchen Volunteers Needed: Do you have a servants heart, experience in the kitchen or dining room? Join Trinity's Food Service Ministry. We are in need of volunteers to help spread our mission of "Serving God by serving others."
For more information please contact Franny Long.
For more information please contact Franny Long.
Weekly Bible Studies
-Tuesday Morning Moms, Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30, E203
-Women Growing in Faith, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30, E232
- Men's Prayer and Bible Study, Wednesdays, 7:00 am, E232
- Wednesday Morning Pastor's Bible Study, Wednesdays at
9:15 am, Chapel
- Exploring Jesus' Teachings Bible Study, Thursdays at 10:30am, E232
- Dan Johnson's Daily Scripture Email is available upon request.
Trinity Members in the News
We would love for you to share any news involving our Trinity family. Please contact Tammy or call 416-3005.
Family Matters
Birthday Greetings are extended to Virginia Peart, 90, 11/2.
If you are celebrating your 80th, 90th, 90th plus birthday and would like it announced in the Tuesday Word and/or the bulletin, contact Tammy Karafa.
Christian Love and Sympathy is extended to Casey Glant and family on the October 23 passing of Casey's husband Judge David Glant. A Memorial Service will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30 at 11 am in Trinity's Worship Center.
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