Dear Friends,
Mark your calendars for two big nights:
(1) Sonlight's Sendoff Concert: this Friday (6/13), 7:00 in the Worship Center! Then they're off to New York City! Sendoff is a great time to invite someone new to experience Church like they've never known.
(2). African University Touring Choir Concert: Thursday, June 19 at 7:00 in our Worship Center. Several years ago the United Methodist Church made a bold move to make a strategic difference for good in Africa, by creating the Africa University. It is producing outstanding agronomists, economists, pastors, scientists, political leaders who are from all over the continent and are making a great impact. I hope you will attend the concert, as it will be outstanding. In addition, we need housing for 9 men and 9 women. Please contact Tammy or call 416-3005 if you can host one or two of these young people. You'll be glad you did. You just need to give them breakfast in the morning and bring them to church by 9:30. Thanks!
Looking ahead, our own Professor Jennifer Rea, who teaches in the Classics Dept. at UF, will be giving a lecture on St. Perpetua, one of the earliest and few women Christian martyrs that we have record of. It's a fascinating story, one that Dr. Rea has written much about. Plan to join us: Sunday evening at 7:00, June 22.
All the clergy and several Trinity members will be in Lakeland the latter half of this week for the Florida Annual Conference. We always have a Trinity luncheon for current and past Trinity folks, so we'll pass your greetings along to Mark Becker, David Allen, Kandace Brooks and anyone else who are a part of our Trinity family.
Oh, if you're near our campus this week, you will likely hear the joyful noise of 450 children, youth and adults at Vacation Bible School. I asked our Granddaughter at the close of the first day how she liked it: "I loved it, all of it! We got to blast off soda cans!"
This is the first year they have science and Jeff, Jack, Ralph, Bob and the boys have great scientific, spiritual lessons (with lesson plans too!, yes, it's true!), which sounds a lot like how Jesus used parables.
Love and Prayers, Dan
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Week-end Worship Sunday ServiceWorship Center 8:15, 9:40, 11:00 Rev. Esther Rodriguez
Title: Concerning God's Heart
Scripture: Psalm 146:1 Praise Yah!
Praise Yahweh, my soul.
2 While I live, I will praise Yahweh.
I will sing praises to my God as long as I exist.
3 Don’t put your trust in princes,
each a son of man in whom there is no help.
4 His spirit departs, and he returns to the earth.
In that very day, his thoughts perish.
5 Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help,
whose hope is in Yahweh, his God:
6 who made heaven and earth,
the sea, and all that is in them;
who keeps truth forever;
7 who executes justice for the oppressed;
who gives food to the hungry.
Yahweh frees the prisoners.
8 Yahweh opens the eyes of the blind.
Yahweh raises up those who are bowed down.
Yahweh loves the righteous.
9 Yahweh preserves the foreigners.
He upholds the fatherless and widow,
but the way of the wicked he turns upside down.
10 Yahweh will reign forever;
your God, O Zion, to all generations.
Praise Yah!
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John Wesley's Notes-Commentary:
Psalm 146
Verse 4
[4] His breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth; in that very day his thoughts perish.
That day — As soon as ever he is dead.
Thoughts — All his designs and endeavours either for himself or for others.
Verse 6
[6] Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever:
For ever — Both because he liveth for ever to fulfil his promises, and because he is eternally faithful.
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Please Note: There will only be one service during the month of July at 9:40. Also, now that summer is here please feel free to come dressed casually.
Upcoming Events
6/9-13 - Vacation Bible School, 9 am - Noon
6/11-6/14 - Annual Conference, Lakeland, FL
6/11 - 6:35 Worship, Cliff Patrick, Chapel
6/13 - Sonlight Send Off Concert, 7 pm, Worship A
6/13 - Friday Night Praise Service, 7 pm, Chapel, Rev. Cliff Patrick
6/19 - Healing Touch Cancer Support Group, O. Dean Martin Prayer Room, 5:30
6/19 - African University Choir Concert, 7 pm Worship Center
6/22 - Trinity Center for Faith & Knowledge, Dr. Jennifer Rea, Room 232, 7pm
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: Thank you so much, Trinity, for your help in collecting children's vitamins and medicines for my upcoming trip to Haiti! I'm thankful for this faith community that allows me the opportunity to do something I deeply love. I'm also excited about this Sunday as I'll have the chance to preach at all three services on the theme of justice, to close our missions-focused sermon series. Hope to see you there! I'm praying for you - hope you'll pray for me as well.
A word from Rev. Aaron: It was so good to gather together this Sunday and pray for a fresh outpouring of God's Spirit. I encourage you to continue this prayer this week as the clergy and lay leadership from all of the United Methodist churches in Florida gather in Lakeland for Annual Conference. May the work done there this week reflect God's will for the Church, in "the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Cliff Patrick will be preaching at the 6:35 service on Wednesday.
Please click here to visit Rev. Esther's blog.
Please click here to visit Rev. Aaron's blog.
Missions
Ted Grueser
This week's Mission Box will go directly towards our VBS mission of building a house for a Haitian family. The earthquake left more than 1.5 million people homeless; as a result many are still living in tents four years later. The cost of building a home is $1,200. The kids at VBS this week are doing their part to collect funds, let's join them and see how many homes Trinity can build in Haiti. This Sunday we are blessed to have Pastor Willio of "Future for Haiti" joining us in worship. Come here what amazing things are taking place in Haiti.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 at tgrueser@trinitygnv.org.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
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
We want to let you know that our next joining day will be this
Sunday, June 15. If you would like to join then, please let Carmen Nelson know or call 352-416-3004 know at what service you'd like to join. If you are unable to join that day, please let us know and we'll work in another day that will work for you. We're so glad you're here at Trinity and look forward to many years of worshiping God and serving God's people together.Youth Ministry
Julie Mishoe
This Wednesday - Come join us for Lunch Bunch! We will be meeting at 12:30 at the Royal Park Moe's, then returning to church to do a short service project in the Youth Building. If you can't join us for lunch, then meet us at the Youth Building at 1:30. Pickup is at 2:30.Join us for the Sonlight Send Off Concert! The concert will be held on Friday, June 13 at 7 pm in the Worship Center.
Sunday school is back in the Youth Building now! We will be meeting at
11 am.
Our summer calendar is online! Check it out here to see what
we've got going on over the summerChildren's Ministries
Elizabeth Jones
Thank you for your donations, preparations, VBS set-up help, support and prayers for VBS! This week, over 450 children, youth and adults are imagining and building with God. Please continue to pray for all involved in VBS as we are on this wonderful faith journey together.PARENTS: Summer Sunday School begins next week! Children will remain in their 2013/2014 school year grade levels until August 17th, Promotion Sunday. We will be combining our Kindergarteners through 5th graders at both hours. 9:40 and 11:00 hours: "Check-in": rooms 228/229; "Check-out": big playground. Preschool Classes: Little Lambs-Rm. 114; Dawning Doves and Loving Lions-Rm. 113.
Serve with us this summer, June 15-Aug. 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 in Sunday School. 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 year olds through 5th grade. Contact Brian.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
Coffee, Please...Do you like coffee on Sunday mornings? If you
answered "yes," we need a few good people to come forward to join the coffee team. It requires a three hour commitment every five to six weeks. Training is available. Rewards include getting to know lots of TUMC members and hearing "thank you for making coffee." If you are willing to be part of this important team, contact Linda Cook at or call 352-378-6665.
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.HEALING TOUCH CANCER SUPPORT this month has invited our own TUMC
member, Sharon McDow to share with us on the topic " healing prayers" when we meet on Thursday, June 19 at 5:30 in the O. Dean Martin Prayer Room. For info, call Marcey at 331-2960. Cancer patients and survivors reach out in love and support during this time together."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 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. Conference News...
We received a letter from our bishop Ken Carter thanking our church for being one of the churches in the Conference to give 100 percent of our apportionments in 2013. Our representatives at Annual Conference will receive a sign of recognition for being part of one of these churches. Apportionments are your church's share of the funding of the budgets of The United Methodist Church around the world, the Florida Conference, and our District. These budgets are developed and approved by our conference elected representatives, either as members of the Annual Conference or delegates to the General Conference.
When every congregation contributes 100 percent of its apportionments, the whole church is able to meet its many responsibilities to mission and ministry. In short, lives are changed because of our stewardship.
* Children are fed at feeding programs;
* Young men and women receive financial assistance towards their education at Bethune-Cookman University or Florida Southern College;
* Retreat and camp settings help grow and make disciples of Jesus by offering invitations to go further in understanding of being a Christian;
* New churches are planted;
* Existing churches are transformed to better meet the needs of the community.
Thanks for all you do, Trinity!
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. 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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Trinity United Methodist Church
4000 NW 53rd Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32653 United States
(352)376-6615
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