Trinity United Methodist Church "The Tuesday Word" Newsletter for Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Trinity United Methodist Church "The Tuesday Word" Newsletter for Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Dear Friends,
We are less than a week away from our big celebration - after 20 years of having a mortgage from all that we have built together, we at long last pay it off!  Prior to this past weekend we were at $80,000 and counting.  Because of the holiday on Monday, we don't yet have an update of our status, but I'll send a special email tomorrow or Thursday to let you know where we are.  I hope you can join us for the one huge service this Sunday at 10 am, followed by lunch for everyone.
As excited as I am about the mortgage burning, I'm equally excited that God enabled us to accomplish this while also helping us expand our missions exponentially, making our congregation more diverse and more like the Kingdom of God, more involved with our community, and now calling us to live into the next arenas of the possibilities God has for us.
Love and prayers, Dan
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Week-end Worship

Sunday Service

Worship Center 10:00 Rev.  Dan Johnson

Upcoming Events

5/25 thru 6/1

Family Promise Families

5/28 - 6:35 Worship in the Chapel, Rev. Aaron Rousseau - "The Scandal of Disunity"  John 17: 9-11

5/28 - "ATTITUDE 423" Youth Choir from Grayson, GA in concert at 7pm, Youth Bldg.

6/1 - One Family Worship Service, 10 am, Mortgage Burning Celebration with Church Wide Picnic to follow 

6/1 - Rebuilding, 3pm, rm. 232

6/8 - "Coffee With the Pastors"  11 am, rm. 226

6/8 - "Coffee Talk" Sunday School Class, 11 am, 

rm. 224

6/9-13 - Vacation Bible School, 9 am - Noon 

6/13 - Sonlight Send Off Concert, 7 pm, Worship A 

Church Office Hours

Monday - Thursday

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Friday

8:30 am - 1 pm

Associate Pastors 
Rev. Esther Rodriguez
Rev. Aaron Rousseau
A word from Rev. Esther:   I'll be at La Gonave, an island of Haiti, from June 21 through June 27.  Could you help our team provide for the children of the village of Pikmy by donating children's multivitamins, children's pain/fever reducer, and/or powdered formula by June 5? You can drop them off in the blue BOGO bins or my office.  Also, please be in prayer, even now, for our team and those we'll be serving.  Can't wait until the mortgage burning this Sunday!  Blessings & peace--
A word from Rev. Aaron:  Greetings, friends! After a wonder-filled visit to the Holy Land, "it's great to be home." If you would like to see a photographic recap of our trip, please visit my blog, where I have posted entries for each day. I am looking forward to being back with the 6:35 community tomorrow night and to our momentous Mortgage Burning Celebration on Sunday! God is good! Have a great week everybody!
Please click here to visit Rev. Esther's blog.  
Please click here to visit Rev. Aaron's blog.   
Your Help is Needed... 
HELP!! We are in need of volunteers to help serve lunch this 
coming Sunday, June 1 at our Mortgage Burning Celebration.  Please contact Tammy at 416-3005 if you would like to help.

Missions

Ted Grueser

I would like to say a huge Thank You to the amazing crew that came out and helped with the Meal Packing Event last Wednesday. With your help we were able to pack 21,600 meals for Honduras. Way to go Trinity!
If you're looking for a place to serve in 2014, Trinity has many opportunities to serve both here in Alachua County an around the world.   Please contact Ted Grueser in the Mission Department or our website and see where God wants you to make a difference in the world.

Music

Alice Wallis

Tomorow, Wednesday, May 28, we welcome special guests ATTITUDE 423, a youth choir visiting from Grayson, GA who will present their Choir Tour Concert at 7:00pm in the Youth Building. Please come out and support this group as they share their passion, 
faith, and love for music.
This year, Sonlight is headed to the BIG APPLE and we need your help!  Sonlight will be sharing their message in churches up and down the east coast with a stop in New York City. While there, Sonlight will give a concert for a congregation in NYC, see a Broadway show, and participate in an amazing interactive seminar where they will study social issues from a perspective of faith.  There are several different ways you may  support our Sonlight Choir one of which is to become a "Keepsake Program" sponsor:

Trinity Bookstore

Kim Lewerenz

As the Summer approaches the Trinity Bookstore will have flexible or limited hours. If you would like to visit the Bookstore, please contact Kim.  We will be open most weekday mornings and most Sundays 9:00 - 12:30.  All Sundays in July, the bookstore will be open before and after the 9:40 service (closing at 11:30).        
- The Trinity Bookstore will be closed THIS Sunday 6/1.

Adult Ministry

David Leonard

Thursday Morning Bible Study:
This Thursday, May 29 will be the last week of this Bible study until after our summer break.  We will resume the study September 4.
Rebuilding:  When Your Relationship Ends:  A 10 week Class for those separated, divorced, widowed or having dating traumas; adults any age.  Starts 6/1 thru 8/10, 3-5:30 PM, E-232. Register
  online or by email.  Class Fee is $25.  Cost of the book is $15 and is available at the Trinity Bookstore.  Led by Sharon & Earl McDow (371-4092).

Membership

Carmen Nelson

Are you interested in joining Trinity UMC?  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.  
The next Coffee with the Pastors is Sunday, June 8, at 11 am in Room 226. 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!

Youth Ministry

Julie Mishoe

This Sunday: Study Night - Come join us this Sunday from 5:30-7:30 whether you need a break from studying or a fresh place to 
study with snacks and cool people!  We will have a chill evening with games and a whole lotta chilaxin.  Since our Memorial Day Cookout was rained on, we will grill burgers and dogs!  Bring $3 for dinner.  This will be our last UMYF of the school year. Also, come to say goodbye to Henry and meet our new summer interns!
We have a few spots left on High School ASP for this summer.  Get your forms here  or  email ASAP if you would like to go!
Our summer calendar is online!  Check it out here.

Children's Ministries

Elizabeth Jones

June 1 is a day of Celebration:  Mortgage Burning Celebration and Church wide Picnic!  We will have only 1 service at 10 am, 
followed by a picnic.  ALL preschoolers and elementary children will worship with their family (childcare provided for 0-2 year olds).  On this special "Sit Together Sunday", we will accommodate our families with young children by providing "family friendly" tables.  These tables will be located closest to the kitchen and will have activity sheets, crayons, and glow sticks (in lieu of candles with an open flame).
Important Upcoming Dates:
May 29 - VBS T-shirt Sorting Party, 9:15; HELP NEEDED! Childcare provided.
May 29 - VBS Teacher Orientation, 6:30; Childcare provided.
June 1-Mortgage Burning Celebration & Church wide Picnic-10 am - (Sit Together Sunday for ALL preschool and elementary children; Childcare provided for 0-2).
June 8 - VBS Kick-Off: 10:40-12:15 Pick up your VBS shirts and CD's!  
June 8 - VBS Set-Up:  12:00-3:00 Help transform the Worship Center and Education wing into a "Workshop of Wonders"! 
Childcare provided.
June 9 thru 13 - VBS 9-12:00
June 15 - Summer Sunday School Begins; 9:40 & 11 am:  All Elementary children will meet in rms. 228/229
June 20 - 5:30 until 8:30 Parents Night Out.  Please register online.
Serve with us this summer, June 15-August 10! Summer is a great 
time to get involved with the Children's Ministries Team! Play a part in helping children grow in their faith. No experience or preparation needed - just be ready to have some fun! Here's how you can help:  Give our regular leaders some time off. Sign up to serve 2 times this summer.  You pick the age:  2 years old through 5th grade. Contact Brian.
Register your child for Vacation Bible School, Summer Time Fun and/or CrossTrainers TODAY!  For registration and details, visit here .    
Our next Parent's Night Out is Friday, June 20, from 5:30-8:30! Our Parent's Night Out will be a fabulous night of dinner and activities for all ages, 12 months through 5th grade!  Cost is $12 per child with a $30 cap per family.  Please register and pay on-line by Wednesday, June 18.

Sports Ministry

Ben Haines

Senior Slow Pitch Softball 55+ every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 AM
on the softball fields. The 65+ group meets on Mondays at 9 AM. Both groups are open to males and females. Females can attend either group regardless of age. Come and join us if you're interested!
Summer CrossTrainers is full, but to get on the waiting list, click here.

General Announcements

Trinity Center for Faith & Knowledge:  Due to technical difficulties Erik Bredfeldt's lecture will be postponed for this Thursday, May 29.  We will let you know when it is rescheduled. 
MyTrinity - Have you logged onto MyTrinity yet? If not, you're missing out on a big way to stay connected at Trinity! Please 
visit here to log in and for helpful tips and instructions.
Volunteer Opportunities for Annual Conference June 11 - 14:
Greeters, Guest Services, Plenary Ushers, Worship Ushers, Banner Carriers, Baptism Renewal Volunteers, Communion Servers for the service on Wednesday, June 11. Also there will be a volunteer choir:  Memorial Service Volunteer Choir - Lay and clergy are encouraged to join in a Memorial Service Volunteer Choir under the direction of Dr. Beth Gibbs for the Memorial Service on Friday morning at 10:30 am. Practice will be Thursday at 5:00 directly after the afternoon session at the stage.  Volunteers can enroll and schedule their own times on-line by  Clicking Here or by contacting Heidi Leab at 800-282-8011 Ext. 192.
Stephen Ministers care for people facing tough times.  Every one of us experience challenges at some time in our lives - times when we could benefit from the support of a caring Christian friend.  Stephen Ministers are ready to provide the emotional and spiritual care we need when faced with a crisis or difficulty. Trinity currently has Stephen Ministers who are available to help.  Call Kay Walker at 336-2006 or Tom Sklens at 384-1807 for more information.    
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.

Volunteer Opportunities

•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: The food service ministry needs your help. Please contact Franny.

Weekly Bible Studies

-Tuesday Morning Moms, Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30, E203  
-Women Growing in Faith, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30, E232
-Bible Study with Rev. Cliff Patrick, Tuesdays 7 pm, E207
-Men's Prayer and Bible Study, Wednesdays, 7 am, E232  
-Wednesday Morning Pastor's Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:15, Chapel
- Thursday Morning Bible Study with Rev. David Leonard, 10:30, E211 
- 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

Special Birthday Greetings are extended to Don Athearn, 5/30 (80) and to Nancy McMillin, 5/31 (80).
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.
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