Trinity United Methodist Church Weekly Newsletter "The Tuesday Word" for Tuesday, 3 June 2014

Trinity United Methodist Church Weekly Newsletter "The Tuesday Word" for Tuesday, 3 June 2014

Friends, words fail me as I reflect back on Sunday's mortgage burning!  It was just such an amazing day.  Thank you!  Thank you, Trinity for making dreams come true, for living into God's dream here on 53rd Avenue so we can live out God's dream around the world and next door.  Oh, the places God's love will take us now!  If you weren't able to be with us on Sunday, you can see the whole service in its entirety by going to our web site and clicking here.  In addition, we are making DVD's for everyone who would like one for posterity.  There will be order forms available for the next few Sundays at the information center or at the reception desk during the week.
We celebrate with Rev. Aaron Rousseau who will be officially commissioned as a "Provisional Elder" at this year's Florida Annual Conference in Lakeland, and to Ted Nelson who will be ordained as a "Licensed Local Pastor" also, and will begin serving the Micanopy UMC on July 1.  Both of these events happen on Friday, June 13 at the Lakeland Convention Center, if any of you would like to drive down or ride down on the Trinity bus to show your support for Aaron and Ted; contact Tammy to make your reservation on the bus.
Also, congratulations to Trinity's Drew Weseman on his appointment to the FUMC of Fernandina Beach, Fl.  He will be serving with Rev. Beth Fogle-Miller who will be an outstanding mentor and friend.
If you would like to get to know our summer interns, Amber and Rashad, and our pre-ministry intern, Shane, I know they would love a meal out in a Trinity member's home or a restaurant. Email Julie (for Amber and Rashad) and Tammy for Shane and they'll arrange a time with you.  Let's extend to them all a warm, Trinity welcome.
And, how 'bout those Gator Softball women, and their fabulous coach, Tim Walton, who, with his family, is a part of our Trinity family.  All the best!
And, looking ahead:  The African University Choir will be in concert at the Florida Annual Conference, and then touring in Florida.  Trinity has been selected as a host site for the Gainesville area.  They will be performing here on Thursday, June 19 at 7:00.  Plan to attend and invite your friends.  Africa University is one of the great success stories of what United Methodists around the world have done and can do together!  For this event we will need housing for 8 women and 8 men on that Thursday night.  Please email Tammy if you can host.  Thanks so much.  
One more thing, Remember our two inspiring worship services in the chapel during the week: Wednesday, 6:35, with Rev. Esther preaching, and the new Friday service at 7:00: "Friday Nite Praise" with Rev. Cliff Patrick preaching and his nephew, Kevin playing piano and maybe his 3 children singing too. 
Love and Prayers, Dan
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Week-end Worship
Sunday Service
Worship Center  
8:15, 9:40, 11:00
Rev.  Dan Johnson 
Upcoming Events
6/4 - Kanapaha Middle School Graduation, 10:30, Worship Center
6/4 - 6:35 Worship Service, Chapel, Rev. Esther Rodriguez, "Justice" Isaiah 58:1-14
6/5 - Lincoln Middle School Graduation, 8:30 Worship Center
6/6 - ALERT Luncheon, 10:30, Worship B
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 
6/13 - Friday Night Praise Service, 7 pm, Chapel, Rev. Cliff Patrick
6/19 - African University Choir Concert, 7 pm Worship Center
6/23 - Summer Time Fun & Crosstrainers begin
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 & Rev. Aaron:  What great celebrations are happening around here: the mortgage burning, we concluded another Alpha course, and exciting conversations revolving around worship and missions!  Rev. Esther will be preaching at the 6:35 service -- "Justice" Isaiah 58:1-14 .  Also, until Thursday she's still collecting supplies for Haiti, so leave them in her office or in the blue BOGO bin.  Thanks for all you do, and in all we do let's keep sharing God's grace!
Please click here to visit Rev. Esther's blog.  
Please click here to visit Rev. Aaron's blog.   
Missions
Ted Grueser
This week, our Mission Box will support Sonlight Youth Choir and Band. They will be giving their Send-off Concert on Friday, June 13 at 7 pm, and will be heading out on Saturday, June 14 for their tour to New York. There is not another choir like Sonlight anywhere in our country! These youth are excited about their opportunity to spread God's love through their music and its message. Please give generously to show your support for this ministry.
Are you still looking for something to do this summer with your family?  What about something that will allow you to make a difference in someone's life.  Trinity has a mission opportunity that is geared toward the whole family.  This summer we have a trip to St. Simons Island, Georgia July 31 - August 3.  We will be working with a mission organization called Mtn2Sea Ministries. Our project will consist of painting, yard work and light construction.  This mission trip is a great first time experience for families with children and those looking at getting their toes wet in Missions.  For more information please contact Ted Grueser  or Elizabeth Jones.  
Living Waters Mission Trip to Northern Haiti is September 20-27, 
2014.  We will be drilling a fresh water well and teaching good water practices to the local community. The trip cost is $2,000 and includes airfare, meals and accommodations. Trip is limited to 12 people, ages 14 and older. If you are interested in participating, please email Ted .
Music
Alice Wallis
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:

Tour Dates:
Send-off Concert, Friday, June 13, 7 pm Worship Center
Tour: June 14-23
Saturday, June 14, Charleston, SC
Sunday, June 15, Hampton, VA
Monday-Thursday, June 16-19, New York, NY
Friday, June 20, York, PA
Saturday, June 21, Rock Hill, SC
Sunday, June 22, Summerville, SC
Adult Ministry  
David Leonard
Thursday Morning Bible Study: Now on summer break.  Will resume September 4. 
Coffee Talk will begin this Sunday with  a new DVD study by Adam Hamilton called Making Sense of the Bible.  Please join them at 11:00 am in room E224.  Class materials are provided. 
Rebuilding:  When Your Relationship Ends:  A 10 week Class for 
those separated, divorced, widowed or having dating traumas; adults any age.  Each Sunday 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 this 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 Friday - Come join us on Friday morning from 9 am - noon for our "PJs & Pancakes" summer break kickoff! Show up in your comfiest PJs to start off summer break with breakfast, movies, and lots of fun!
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 
VBS Set up is THIS Sunday, June 8 from 12-3 pm.  Please help us stack all of the chairs and transform the Worship Center and Education wing into a "Workshop of Wonders"!  Childcare provided. We need YOUR help!
Important Upcoming Dates:
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 Summer Time Fun and 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
Order of St. Luke's Healing Service is this Sunday, June 8 at 
9:40 am in the Chapel.  Trinity members Paul and Jo Ann Thayer along with their daughter Marilyn Thayer and granddaughter Kelly Burgess  along with her husband Towns will be speaking about the horrific car accident in 2010 on I-95 North of Jacksonville killing the elderly driver (who had dementia going the wrong way) in a head-on collision.  Towns was severely injured and was hospitalized for months which included recovery and physical therapy, and Kelly also injured to a lesser degree.  They were engaged to be married at the time, and they recovered in time to be married at First Baptist Church with Kelly pushing Towns down the aisle in his wheelchair.  They will speak not only about the accident, but the healing experience that came to them despite their injuries.  
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.
One more volunteer is needed on Monday morning once a month to 
help prepare altar flowers into small arrangements to be taken to patients and shut-ins.  Please call Marjorie Alexander at 352-378-8498.
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.
"Let me care for you".  Those words can bring a sigh of relief to people going through difficult times in life.  A Stephen Minister is willing and able to care for you by listening and being there while you work through this tough time.  If this is the kind of care for you, call Kay Walker at 336-2006 or Tom Sklens at 384-1807.384-1807 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
-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 
-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
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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