Trinity United Methodist Church’s Tuesday Word for Tuesday, 28 January 2014

Trinity United Methodist Church’s Tuesday Word for Tuesday, 28 January 2014

Dear Friends,

It's good to look back over the past year and recount some of the highlights of our life together.  We have to send in certain figures to the Annual Conference office, so we thought we would also share them with you.  In 2013 we had:

A. 111 new members join Trinity (current membership is 4187); 48 of these were by profession of faith; 41 baptisms, and 29 of our members passed into life eternity.

B. We spent $2,691,184 in our ministry/operational budget; in addition, $891,058 for the mortgage (it stands now at $494,000) and $775,000 toward Missions.

C. We sent out 109 people on 5 mission trips (approximate).

D. We gave out 2,000 Thanksgiving baskets.

E. We helped launch a new United Methodist Children's Home - The Madison Youth Ranch.

F.  We partnered with scores of local helping agencies to serve those in need.

G. We nurtured thousands of children in preschool, Sunday school, Cheers, Rejoice, UPWARD Sports (you should see the crowds on Saturdays!)

H.  We supported our youth group, Sonlight, ASP, and Boy Scouts.

I.  We launched a new worship service, a new playground, and much, much more.

I just wanted you to know some of what God did through you this past year.

As I said on Sunday, so much of our society is "following the wrong car."  YOU, TRINITY, are being the right car!  Or, as Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount, "You are the light of the world...let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."  Be the lead car so that others may follow (As I promised, my notes/lists are provided at the end of this Tuesday Word).

Remember to get a copy of the book (Walk across the Room) Rev. Esther is leading on Wednesday nights in February.  And also read below how our folks are leading the way against human trafficking, and attend the events when you can, especially the special light event this Saturday night from 6:00 - 7:00 here at Trinity.

Finally, between now and June 1, your pastors will be preaching around our sub-theme here at Trinity:  "A Place to Belong, A Place to Become and a Place to Make a Difference; here's the plan:

February 2 - 23:  "Belonging" - A Series on Evangelism/Sharing the Good News.

March 2 - April 27:  "Becoming" - A Series on Discipleship (Lent); based on the Songs of Ascent (Psalm 120 - 134).

May 11 - June 1: "Making a Difference" - A Series on Missions and Outreach.  Please Pray for us.

This Sunday, I get to preach at the Modern Worship Service and Rev. Esther will preach at all three in the Worship Center.

Love & Prayers,

Dan

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Worship Center

8:15, 9:40 & 11:00

Rev. Esther Rodriguez

Youth Building

Modern Worship Service

11:00

Rev. Dan Johnson

UPCOMING EVENTS

1/29 - Cheers - 2 :00, Rejoice - 4:00

1/29 - Wednesday Night Supper, 5:30

1/29 - 6:35 Worship Service, Chapel, with Rev. Esther Rodriguez

1/29 - Legacy Journey, 6:30, rm 232

1/29 - Israeli Folk Dancing, 6:30, rm 228/229

2/2 - SOUPer Bowl Lunch - Fundraiser for Sonlight (after 9:40 and 11 am services)

2/7 - Parent's Night Out

2/8 - Playground Work Day

2/10 - Stepping Stones Registration begins for Trinity members & MOPS

2/13 - AARP Smart Driver Course

2/16 - House of Hope, Prayer Walk 3 pm, grounds of Trinity

Church Office Hours

Monday - Thursday

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Friday

8:30 am - 12 pm

6:35 Worship Service

Please join us for The 6:35 Worship Service tomorrow, Wednesday, January 29 at 6:35 in the Chapel with Rev. Esther Rodriguez

Join us on Wednesday Nights for Food, Fun & Fellowship

Wednesday Night Supper

Wednesday, January 29 Menu:

Sausage with Tomatoes, Peppers and Onions

White Cheddar Grits

Fish Nuggets

Broccoli Sauté

Biscuits, Soup, Salad

Dessert

Meal Costs:

Adult - $7; Child - $3 (ages 0-5 eat free); $25 family cap

Dinner is served from 5:30 - 6:30; dining open until 7:00.

Please pay by cash, check or charge at the door. 

Please feel free to come and participate in any of our Wednesday Night Opportunities as your schedule permits.

Following supper is the 6:35 Contemporary Service: at 6:35 pm; in the Chapel

Other Wednesday Night Opportunities:

The Legacy Journey: 6:30 - 8:30 pm (rm 232)

Israeli Folk Dancing: 6:30 pm, rm 228/229

Upcoming for February:  Mark your calendars! Going along with our February sermon series on Evangelism, Rev. Esther is doing a book study on the book 'Just Walk Across the Room' on Wednesday evenings for the month of February.    In the book, Bill Hybels explains how evangelism is as simple and as scary as making your way across a room, and how anyone can tell their story and be an evangelist for Jesus -- no matter how simple your story may be.  If you have any questions feel free to e-mail Rev. Esther. You can soon purchase your books at our bookstore or find them in bookstores everywhere.  Stay tuned for more information.

Missions

Ted Grueser

This week's mission box supports PET which stands for Personal Energy Transportation.  Most of us never give it a second thought. However, for more than 20,000,000 people in developing countries who are unable to walk, it is a major concern. These individuals have suffered the loss of mobility because of landmine explosions, illness, birth defects, disease, or accidents.  The three-wheeled, hand-powered PET wheelchairs, manufactured by PET-Florida (and other PET affiliates), provide a means for these physically challenged individuals to achieve the "gift of mobility".  For more information visit their website.

Did you know that the mission team from Trinity that was in Guatemala last week was able to drill a 195 ft. deep well?  This new well is able to produce 215 gallons per minute. Because of your prayers and support the village people in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala have the gift of clean water.

The blue BOGO bin is back in the Narthex.  Please remember to bring your kid- friendly food donations on Sunday morning and drop off in the bin.  Peanut butter, canned meat, snack items are always great.

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 and see where God wants you to make a difference in the world.

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 February 2, at 10:45 in the Atrium. 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

David Leonard

Adult Sunday School Trinity Singles Sunday School Class meets at 11 am, room E227.  We are a group of singles (most of us are over 40) and we usually discuss incorporating Christian teachings with everyday life.  Singles, if you are interested, come join us. For more information contact Ruth Brumbaugh.

Parents of Youth Sunday School Class meets at 11 am, rm E204.  We are a group of Youth Parents (with children ranging from 6th grade to 12th grade) that focuses on stimulating group discussion relating to a variety of topics centered on God's Word.  For more information contact Kim Lewerenz.

Youth Ministry

Julie Mishoe

Super Bowl Parties This Week:  We will have two Super Bowl Parties this week, one for Middle School and one for High School, from 6pm-halftime.  High School will be at Pam Russell's house and Middle School will be at the Kirby's.  Directions will be in this week's Shout Out email on Thursday, or you can contact the youth office.  Bring $8.

This Sunday, February 2, is the deadline to register for the Middle School Mystery Retreat!   Click here to find out more and download your form.  Forms and deposit are due Sunday, February 2. 

Coming up:  Parent Meeting next Sunday, February 9 at 4:30 in the Youth Building. 

Children's Ministries

Elizabeth Jones

Come "Be my Valentine" at our next Parent's Night Out on Friday, February 7, from 5:30-8:30!  Our "themed" Parent's Night Out will be a fabulous night of dinner and Valentines 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, February 5.

Mark your calendar for the February events:

February 2:  9:40-1st Grade FROG Party (Fully Rely on God!)

February 7: 5:30-8:30: Parent's Night Out

February 9: 11:00 Baptism Orientation, rm. 108

February 12: 2:45   Easter Egg Sorting Party (Sort and Bag Easter Eggs)

February 21-22:  Church wide Trinity Camp out

February 23: 9:40 4th Grade Scavenger Hunt

Attention Parents of 3rd-5th Graders:  Are you looking for a FUN, high-energy week long, overnight camp for your child?  Warren Willis Camp has it all!  Sign up now for an exciting chance to try new things, meet new friends and renew your relationship with Jesus Christ. The cost of the overnight camp is $395 for a week.  Scholarships are available!  Visit here for more information.

Save the Date for Vacation Bible School:  June 9-13 from 9-12:00.  Registration begins on April 20.  Can't volunteer?  Make a donation!  In order to keep costs at a minimum for families, we are asking for monetary donations to help with the purchase of shirts, backpacks, craft materials and snacks.  If you'd like to be a "sponsor" please email Elizabeth. 

Childcare Team Members Needed!  Are you interested in working with young children?  We are looking for energetic team members who can work mornings and/or evenings.  Please contact McCall for more information.

SPORTS MINISTRY

BEN HAINES

Last Flag Football Evaluation this Sunday (February 2) at Trinity anytime between 1 and 4 pm at the sports fields.

Trinity Campout February 21-22. Please register online. Optional meal plan (Dinner and Breakfast), $10 for adults and $5 for kids

General Announcements

bibleb.jpg "Teaching the Bible as Literature in China."  Zongying Huang, Professor of British and American Literature at Beijing Union University, is coming to Gainesville, tomorrow, Wednesday, January 29, 5:00-6:30 p.m., at Santa Fe College, Building WA 104, to explore how the Bible is approached in contemporary Chinese classrooms.  Professor Huang has published books and articles on T.S. Elliot, Robert Frost, colonial American poetry, as well as the Bible as a literary text. The presentation is free and open to the public. For more information, call 395 5083.

My friend and Dean of Duke Divinity School, Dr. Richard Hays will be presenting an important lecture under the auspices of the Christian Study Center on Thursday night, January 30 at 6:15 at UF, at Weil 270, which is the building just south of the football stadium, near the Journalism and Engineering buildings.  Richard has written several acclaimed books, including "The Moral Vision of the New Testament."  I encourage you to attend.  Dan

Next Sunday, February 2, Sonlight Youth Choir will present "SOUPer Bowl Lunch" as a fundraiser for their summer tour.  Lunch will include a choice of 4 soups: Corn Chowder, Chicken Tortilla, Franny's Chili, or Tomato Bisque, along with crackers, a roll, and delicious dessert for only $5.00 per person!  Pick up your SOUPer Bowl Lunch in the Atrium after the 9:40 and 11:00 service or in the Worship Center after the 11:00 service. Stay here and eat, or get the whole deal to go!

Welcoming all able bodies to our Playground Workday on February 8!  We need volunteers to help us do some ground work and keep production of the new playground rolling.  Lunch will be provided.  If you have any of the following tools, please bring them: axes, picks, narrow trench shovels, square blade shovels, and post hole diggers.  We look forward to seeing our parents there!

For over 35 years, Stepping Stones Preschool has been diligently caring for the preschool aged children of our community.  We offer half day and full day options as we focus on your child's cognitive, emotional, social, physical, and spiritual development.  We would like for YOUR family to be part of our preschool family!   Enrollment starts February 10 for Trinity church members and MOPS.  Then we will open up enrollment to the public starting February 18!  Hope to see you soon!

The AARP Smart Driver Course is being offered in a one day session convenient for Trinity United Methodist Church members in the Education Building Room 222 on Thursday, February 13. 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."

Prayer Walk - For the House of Hope: Sunday, February 16, 3 pm, beginning at the Trinity Chapel with three stations: Memorial Garden, Memorial Bricks, and Praying Hands Sculpture with special music by Nan Gordon. Sponsored by Trinity United Methodist Women. For more information, contact Rita Lipsius, at 352-332-1398 or email.

The theme for this year's Lenten Devotional booklet is Reflections on/of Jesus. This is, once again, a time when we can share personally.  Please include a scripture verse; your reflection of 250 words or less; a prayer to close the thought for the day.  We look forward to this time yet again.  Our deadline is February 23and we need 47 writings, one for each day between Ash Wednesday and Easter.  E-mail submissions are appreciated; please send them to Jim Cook.

The Alliance "Spring Bling"  Fundraiser for Haven Hospice, February 25, 2 pm - 5:30 pm at Haven Hospice E.T. York Care Center.  Come join us for an afternoon of shopping and treats! 

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.  The cost is $30 per arrangement.  

As promised by Rev. Dan here is the following:

"What to Expect When You're Following the Right Car"

1.  An intense desire "never to let it out of your sight" and an increasing desire to love God more and more.

2.  An abiding inner peace.  "He" knows where He's going.

3.  An appreciation of the view along the way.

4.  An ability to be concerned for others around you and a desire to serve them.

5.  A loss of fear about your destination and the path to it.

6.  A sense of fulfilling your responsibility for those in the car with you (your family).

7.  An ability to let go of the fears of the past.

8.  Frequent attacks of smiling.

Six Rules For Healthy Living (from "Younger Next Year" and Common Sense:

1. Exercise six days a week for the rest of your life (a vigorous 60 minute walk if possible)

2.  Some kind of strength training - for healthy bones and muscles - two days a week.

3.  Spend less than you make (de-stress your life).

4.  Eat only healthy foods/drink 8 glasses of water a day.

5.  Care for and serve others.

6.  Connect and Commit (Be a friend, Be Committed in your relationships): Be the Church

On Being Fit to Live With (10 Rules):

1.  Love from the center of who you are; don't fake it.

2.  Run for dear life from evil; hold on to good.

3.  Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.

4.  Don't burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame.

5.  Don't quit in hard times; pray all the harder.

6.  Help others in need; be inventive in hospitality.

7.  Bless your enemies.

8.  Laugh a lot - with your happy friends, and cry with them when they're down.

9.  Make friends with nobodies.

10.  Discover beauty in everyone.  (From Romans 12: 9-18)

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!   

Hospitality volunteers needed one Sunday per month for the new Modern Worship service in the Youth Building.  Please contact Franny or call her at 352-416-3027 if you would like to help.      

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.

A call for volunteers!  We need your help!  If you have a desire to serve, we have many opportunities for you to use your gifts and graces in our Modern Worship service.  Greeters, Communion Servers, Hospitality, set up/tear down, to name a few.  Please contact Rev. Esther or check out our list at  here . 

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 Balloons

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.

Death Notice Christian Love & Sympathy is extended to  John Beagle and Family on the January 11 passing of John's mother Carolyn Beagle, to  Michele Suarez and Family on the January 15 passing of her husband Jorge Suarez and also to Janet Covington and Family on the January 18 passing of her husband Frank Covington.  A Celebration of Life service for Frank  will be held on Saturday, February 8, 3 pm at Oak Hammock in the Oak Room.

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