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Worship This Week
Wednesday: Christmas Eve Services
Sunday: Rev. Aaron Rousseau | 22 - 28 | Bookstore Closed
24 | 12:00 pm, Trinity Offices Closed
24 | Christmas Eve Services: 3, 5, 7, 9, 11
25-26 | Trinity Offices Closed
28 | 1 service, 9:40 am. No children's Sunday school |
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 A Word from Rev. Esther
There will be no 6:35 service or Coffee Talk the next two Wednesdays. They will meet again startingJanuary 7. I wish you a time of rejoicing and marveling at the wonder of the incarnation-- God in the flesh-- and comfort and peace even in the midst of heartache and loss. I hope to see you at one of our servicestomorrow, and I hope you'll invite friends. Love and prayers!
A Word from Rev. Aaron
Rev. Aaron's blog Friends, I am looking forward, with joyful anticipation, to our worship services on Christmas Eve and celebrating the birth of the Christ child. This week, I was introduced to this Christmas prayer by Robert Louis Stevenson and wanted to share it with you so we might pray it together:
Loving Father, help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds and the wisdom of the wise men. Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting. Deliver us from evil by the blessing which Christ brings and teach us to be merry with clean hearts. May the Christmas morning make us happy to be your children and the Christmas evening bring us to our beds with grateful thoughts, forgiving and forgiven, for Jesus' sake. Amen. |
Music & Worship Arts
- If you would like to join the adult choirs to sing at the 7:00pm Christmas Eve service, please join us for rehearsal TONIGHT at 7:00pm in the choir room! We will be glad to have some extra voices! No need to RSVP, just show up! Hope to see you there!
- The new Sonlight Director Position Description is located on our website. This position will require a very special person, so please (a) pray with us for this person and (b) feel free to share with anyone you think might be interested. We are receiving applications through Dec. 31.
- Spring Rejoice!, our musical group that meets on Wednesdays from 2 - 4pm for children who are currently in Kindergarten - 5th grade begins January 14th. Online registration is open. For more information please contact Susan Kovi.
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Missions
- As we are aware of some key financial needs among our own congregation as well as in our community, this week's Mission Box is going toward these three areas:
(1) Local - needs right here at home, within Trinity and within our community
(2) Global - Haiti; Trinity has several partnerships with ministries in Haiti that need our help
(3) Theological - while we can't go into all the world ourselves as Jesus commanded, we can support those who do, and supporting future pastors in theological seminaries (in Moscow and Nigeria) is a very effective way of doing this
- If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child this coming year why don't you consider sponsoring a child in Malawi with World Vision? If you are interested please contact the Missions office to pick up a child sponsorship packet. We have 25 children that we are trying to sponsor. It will change your life and someone else's forever.
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Faith Mission
- The Leadership Team members from Trinity and Mt. Pleasant along with Rev. Dan, Rev. McClellan, and I had a great first meeting last week. We're now branching out to meet with select people who live and/or work in the neighborhood around Faith Mission with an eye towards identifying folks we will invite to join the Leadership Team. Please keep this neighborhood outreach and relationship building in your prayers.
- Renovations continue. Interior cleaning and preparation for painting is on tap this week along with removing the old stage (thanks to Jamey Betz and Mike Partridge) and installing the equipment for extending wifi to the main building area (thanks to Earl and Mark).
- Please put Saturday, January 24 on your calendar as a Faith Mission Work Day. Details to come but this will be a group effort of Trinity, Mt. Pleasant, and neighborhood folks.
- Thank you to all who've already responded with their interest in serving. If you are interested in participating in Faith Mission in any way - as a part of the Support Team, as a Prayer Partner, or volunteering with Kids Count - please email Ward Simonton.
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Youth
- Merry Christmas, everyone! We love you guys and wish you a wonderful holiday with lots of family, food, and fun.
- There will be no youth group this Sunday (12/28), but we will see you next week for Kickoff! Get ready for a Super Hero Luau! 5:30 - 8:30 PM in the Youth Building, $8. See you then!
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Children's Ministry
Elizabeth Jones
- Thanks to ALL 70+ children who participated in the Live Nativity and all those who came to view it!! It was truly a special evening.
- Join us for the Children's Christmas Eve Service tomorrow night at 5:00pm. This special service, led by children, is for children of all ages--young and old. (Childcare will not be provided.) Children, come dressed in your favorite character or animal from the nativity scene. Don't forget to bring a bell to ring.
- On December 28th, Trinity will be having one family friendly service at 9:40. There will be NO Sunday School nor childcare as it will be Sit Together Sunday.
- Spring CHEERS begins January 14th. On-line registration is open for all NEW registrants (those who didn't attend in the fall.)
- Spring Rejoice!, our musical group that meets on Wednesdays from 2 - 4pm for children who are currently in Kindergarten - 5th grade begins January 14th. Online registration is open. For more information please contactSusan Kovi.
- Mark your calendar for these upcoming events and find more information on the Children's Ministry webpage:
- December 24: Children's Christmas Eve Service, 5:00 pm
- December 28: One Family Friendly Service (No Sunday School nor Childcare), 9:40 am
- January 9 | Parent's Night Out, 5:30 - 8:30
- January 11 |Baptism Orientation, 11:00, Rm. 108
- Jan. 14 | Rejoice! (K-5), CHEERS Cherubs and CHEERS (3's-5th) begin
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Sports
- Upward football & cheerleading sign-up forms are in! They can be found at the front desk or online. Evaluations will be at Trinity on January 11th, 18th, and February 1st between 2:00 and 4:00 PM. Beginning February 2nd, registration cost will increase.
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- Coffee with the Pastors: If you would like to join Trinity the way to do it is through 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 next coffee is Sunday, January 11 at 11 am in room 210. Register here for Coffee with the Pastors. We would love to meet you and to welcome you into the membership of our church! For more information, please contact Carmen Nelson (416.3004) or Rev. Esther Rodríguez (416.3033).
- The first ALERT meeting of 2015 will be on Friday, January 9th. Start your new year with this vibrant community group (23 area churches represented) with Bible study at 10:30 in the Worship Center and Program and Lunch at11:45.
- Wednesday Night Dinners - Family, Food & Fellowship kick off, January 14 with a FREE Spaghetti Dinner!
- Financial Peace University: 9-week course on Thursdays, January 15 - March 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, in room 222. We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan! It teaches God's ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions, and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you have dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more! Register here.
- Invitation to Genesis: 10-week course on Sundays, January 18 - March 22, 4 - 5:30 pm. The book of Genesis is not just a study of creation, but a look at the story of beginnings. The story of the Creation of the world only covers two chapters of a 50-chapter book. They are only the beginning of a rich and formative history of our relationship with God. Listen afresh to the witness of this opening book of the Hebrew Bible and discover a clearer understanding of God's purpose in creating and forming a people. The cost of the participant's book is $8. Books are available at the Trinity Bookstore or on the first day of class. Register here.
- Trinity's Men's Retreat - Love, Laughter, Lies and Legacy, Saturday, January 31 from 7:45 am-12:00 pm in the Youth Building. Join us for great speakers, special fellowship, and exceptional food. Guys - you owe to the ones you love to be here; it's going to be great! Both breakfast and lunch will be served. Donations are accepted for both meals.
- Ministry Tables: If you want to use a table in the worship center on Sunday mornings to promote your ministry, contact David Leonard with your requested dates.
- The Marriage Course: Come enjoy a "Valentine's Date Night" as we launch The Marriage Course. The course is for any couple, together from 1 to 61 years and strong or struggling. A strong, loving, and lifelong relationship doesn't happen by chance. Come learn now to make your marriage even better. The Special Valentine's Dinner is February 10th, followed by 7 Tuesdays thru April 7th, 6-8:30 PM in the Trinity Banquet Hall. Course Fee: $20 per Couple for Valentine's Dinner or $150 per Couple for all 8 Weeks, including Dinners & Workbooks. Payment online or by check to TUMC. Free Child Care & Meals provided for Children (Age 1 Yr. - 5th Grade) by RSVP. Register online, email, by phone (371-4092).
- Volunteers Needed: The Marriage Course starts February 10th and we need help with setting-up & décor, assisting in Kitchen, serving meals/dessert, cleaning-up, washing/folding table clothes, loaning card tables, music, and possibly helping Child Care Staff watch over children. This is FUN & you don't have to be married to be a Volunteer, but you do have to be encouraging to those who are. Orientation planned for Jan. 25 3-5:30 PM. Contact Sharon & Earl McDow, (371-4092).
- Are you looking to join a Sunday School class in the New Year? Many of our groups will be starting new studies on Sunday, January 4. Click here for a complete listing of all of our adult groups or contact Kim at 416-3074.
- Misty Mornings Sunday School class (9:40 am; rm E207) will begin reading the book The Way to Heaven by Steve Harper; January 4. Books are available at the Trinity Bookstore for $10.
- Family Business Sunday School class (11 am; rm E203) will begin reading the book Who is this Man? by John Ortberg; January 4. Books are available at the Trinity Bookstore for $13.
- Blooming: A course in Self-Cultivation begins Sunday, January 4 (11 am; rm E224). This is a 12 week study focusing on what makes each person genuinely experience contentment, appreciation of who they are right now, and the many gifts they possess. For more information contact Larkin Kieffer.
- Tuesday Morning Moms will begin a new study Twelve Women of the Bible by Lysa TerKeurst and Elisa Morgan on January 6; 9:30 - 11:30; rm E203. Study guides are available at the Trinity Bookstore (or on the first day of class) for $10. Childcare is available.
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- Caregiver Support Group: Meet every Monday from 7 pm-8:30pm (E225). Contact: Mary Steinwandt or call 214-662-4869.
- Are you experiencing the holiday blues? The joy of the holidays can turn into a time of painful loneliness and emptiness for those who have suffered a loss or who are going through a difficult time. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care. They will listen, care, encourage, pray with and for you, and support you through the holidays and as long as you need. If you or someone you know is hurting, call Kay Walker at 336-2006 or Tom Sklens at 384-1807.
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- The kitchen ministry would like to extend a grateful and joyful Thank You to all the wonderful volunteers who gave their time and talent this year. Your servant hearts are what make our ministry such a blessing. Wishing you and your families the Merriest Christmas and the Healthiest New Year!
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General Announcements
- The Trinity Bookstore will have limited hours during Christmas and New Years and closed December 22 - 28. Please contact Kim at 416-3074 if you would like to schedule a specific time to stop by.
- Check out the art display case on the 2nd floor of the Education Building to see Jeff Tennants' collection of Nativity Sets, a dozen sets from around the community and around the world. Jeff and Jack Brown have also created a new outdoor nativity scene (and a record amount of sawdust) that will debut on December 15th! While on the 2nd floor don't forget the current art show, Trinity's Photo Journey, on display until the end of the year.
- Trinity member, Carter Nute, will teach the AARP Smart Driver Course in a one day session in E222 on January 5th. This classroom refresher for motorists age 50 and older is offered for a modest fee and you do not have to be an AARP member to register for the class. For course registration call Mrs. Lynda LeGrow at (352) 333-3036
- 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.
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Bible Studies
- Women Growing in Faith, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30, E232
- Tuesday Morning Moms, Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30, E203
- 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
- Exploring Jesus' Teachings, Thursdays, 10:30, E226
- Life Changing Gathering with Rev. Marvin Celso, Sundays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm, E225
- Weekly Prayer Group, Thursdays, 7pm, Chapel
- Dan Johnson's Daily Scripture Email is available upon request
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Family Matters
Happy Belated Birthday to Barbara Rimes (80) on December 13th.
Christian Love & Sympathy is extended to Lynn Monaco and Family on the December 17 passing of Lynn's mother Ruth Erickson. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 2 at 2 pm in the Trinity Chapel.
If you are celebrating your 80th, 90th or 90+ birthday and would like it announced in the Tuesday Word and/or the bulletin, contact Kelly Ping. |
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