Trinity United Methodist Church "The Tuesday Word" for Tuesday, 8 July 2014 "The Lesson of the Trees"

Trinity United Methodist Church "The Tuesday Word" for Tuesday, 8 July 2014 "The Lesson of the Trees"
As you know, this past week brought a severe storm and the loss of several large trees on our Trinity campus.  It also highlighted the efficiency of our staff and Trustees (thanks, Josh and Jeff)!  Now we're going to start planting new trees, both where the trees were lost, and in other places where the trees are strong so they will grow and nurture in the shade and protection of the older trees.
There's a lesson from the trees that God has for us - for our life together as a church family.  Each year we lose some of our "Grand Oaks" here at Trinity; people who have given so much to make this church all that it is.  In fact, we're all getting older, and we need to "plant a lot of younger trees."  We need your help and support as we shape our worship services to connect more intentionally with the younger folks who aren't yet in our church.
Our Strategic Plan calls for us to do just that, and Rev. Esther and Rev. Aaron and Mike Jeter have joined our staff "for such a time as this" - to help us do this, as they have a lot of experience with music and worship that connects with "the younger trees," so I'm going to provide the best shade and nurture I can to help the new saplings grow and flourish.  And I'm asking you to do the same.  I'm asking you to do what the Great Oaks of the past did for you and your children as they provided worship that attracted you when you were young.  I am committed to this, and I'm asking you to be committed to it to.
In talking with our music and worship people, I assure you they are sensitive to all of our needs, and will continue to be as we move forward in planting new trees.  The biggest difference will be in our 9:40 service, a service that has great potential to connect with young people.  We've already instituted a few of the changes, and lots of people have indicated they really like them and know why they are important.  The 8:15 and 11:00 services will also be tweaked to make them each more distinctive, with 11:00 becoming even more traditional and 8:15 engaging more of the elements of the Early Church of the first and second centuries.
40 years ago, on our farm in Ohio, our Maple Tree grove began to lose trees do to age and weather.  My Dad made an important decision: to plant new saplings, so that the now 200 year old tradition of making maple syrup would continue.  Those new saplings were a bit of an inconvenience, honestly.  We had to put a fence around them so the cows wouldn't destroy them, we had to take extra care for them, etc.  But now they are producing great quantities of sugar water that make amazing maple syrup.  Even though Dad is no longer with us, his dream lives on.  And so it is with the vision of our Church fathers and mothers.  May their dream live on; may Jesus' dream that our Church thrive always with new growth live on.  Such is the lesson of the trees.
Jan and I leave tomorrow for Virginia and some time with our family, and also time for just the two of us to renew and restore, to plan some sermon series, pick blackberries, and see what new trees have started growing since we last were there.  
God bless, Dan
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Worship Center 9:40
Rev. Aaron Rousseau
Sermon title - 
Paul: Changed Heart, Changed Life
Scripture - Acts 9:1-18
Acts 9: The Blinding of Saul
1-2 All this time Saul was breathing down the necks of the Master’s disciples, out for the kill. He went to the Chief Priest and got arrest warrants to take to the meeting places in Damascus so that if he found anyone there belonging to the Way, whether men or women, he could arrest them and bring them to Jerusalem.
3-4 He set off. When he got to the outskirts of Damascus, he was suddenly dazed by a blinding flash of light. As he fell to the ground, he heard a voice: “Saul, Saul, why are you out to get me?”
5-6 He said, “Who are you, Master?”
“I am Jesus, the One you’re hunting down. I want you to get up and enter the city. In the city you’ll be told what to do next.”
7-9 His companions stood there dumbstruck—they could hear the sound, but couldn’t see anyone—while Saul, picking himself up off the ground, found himself stone-blind. They had to take him by the hand and lead him into Damascus. He continued blind for three days. He ate nothing, drank nothing.
10 There was a disciple in Damascus by the name of Ananias. The Master spoke to him in a vision: “Ananias.”
“Yes, Master?” he answered.
11-12 “Get up and go over to Straight Avenue. Ask at the house of Judas for a man from Tarsus. His name is Saul. He’s there praying. He has just had a dream in which he saw a man named Ananias enter the house and lay hands on him so he could see again.”
13-14 Ananias protested, “Master, you can’t be serious. Everybody’s talking about this man and the terrible things he’s been doing, his reign of terror against your people in Jerusalem! And now he’s shown up here with papers from the Chief Priest that give him license to do the same to us.”
15-16 But the Master said, “Don’t argue. Go! I have picked him as my personal representative to non-Jews and kings and Jews. And now I’m about to show him what he’s in for—the hard suffering that goes with this job.”
17-19 So Ananias went and found the house, placed his hands on blind Saul, and said, “Brother Saul, the Master sent me, the same Jesus you saw on your way here. He sent me so you could see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” No sooner were the words out of his mouth than something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes—he could see again! He got to his feet, was baptized, and sat down with them to a hearty meal.
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary:
Acts 9:1-18
Verse 3
[3] And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven:
And suddenly — When God suddenly and vehemently attacks a sinner, it is the highest act of mercy. So Saul, when his rage was come to the height, is taught not to breathe slaughter. And what was wanting in time to confirm him in his discipleship, is compensated by the inexpressible terror he sustained. By his also the suddenly constituted apostle was guarded against the grand snare into which novices are apt to fall.
Verse 4
[4] And he fell to the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?
He heard a voice — Severe, yet full of grace.
Verse 5
[5] And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
To kick against the goads — is a Syriac proverb, expressing an attempt that brings nothing but pain.
Verse 6
[6] And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.
It shall be told thee — So God himself sends Saul to be taught by a man, as the angel does Cornelius, Acts 10:5. Admirable condescension! that the Lord deals with us by men, like ourselves.
Verse 7
[7] And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man.
The men — stood - Having risen before Saul; for they also fell to the ground, Acts 26:14. It is probable they all journeyed on foot.
Hearing the noise — But not an articulate voice. And seeing the light, but not Jesus himself, Acts 26:13, etc.
Verse 9
[9] And he was three days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink.
And he was three days — An important season! So long he seems to have been in the pangs of the new birth.
Without sight — By scales growing over his eyes, to intimate to him the blindness of the state he had been in, to impress him with a deeper sense of the almighty power of Christ, and to turn his thoughts inward, while he was less capable of conversing with outward objects. This was likewise a manifest token to others, of what had happened to him in his journey, and ought to have humbled and convinced those bigoted Jews, to whom he had been sent from the sanhedrim.
Verse 11
[11] And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth,
Behold he is praying — He was shown thus to Ananias.
Verse 12
[12] And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight.
A man called Ananias — His name also was revealed to Saul.
Verse 13
[13] Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem:
But he answered — How natural it is to reason against God.
Verse 14
[14] And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on thy name.
All that call on thy name — That is, all Christians.
Verse 15
[15] But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel:
He is a chosen vessel to bear my name — That is, to testify of me. It is undeniable, that some men are unconditionally chosen or elected, to do some works for God
Verse 16
[16] For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake.
For I — Do thou as thou art commanded. I will take care of the rest; will show him - In fact, through the whole course of his ministry.
How great things he must suffer — So far will he be now from persecuting others.
Verse 17
[17] And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house; and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Ghost.
The Lord hath sent me — Ananias does not tell Saul all which Christ had said concerning him. It was not expedient that he should know yet to how great a dignity he was called.
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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
Now - 8/1 Summer Time Fun & CrossTrainer
7/9 - Annual Youth Missions Spaghetti Dinner, 5:30 with a movie at 7 pm.  Drive-thru pick up begins at 5 pm.
7/9 - 6:35 Worship in the Chapel, Rev. Aaron Rousseau, Unity: The Father's Love, Gen 1:26-31 (CEB)
7/10 -  Friendship Disability Group, 7 pm, rm. 204
7/11 - Parent's Night Out, 5:30
7/11 - Friday Night Praise Service, 7 pm, Chapel
7/13 - 11 am - Order of St. Luke Healing Service, Worship Center
7/18 - Alachua County Coalition Against Human Trafficking, 11 am
7/19 - Super Saturdays for Special Kids, 1 pm, rm. 228/229
7/31 - AARP Class, 9 am, rm. 222
Church Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Please Note:
The church will  be closed on each of the remaining Fridays in the month of July.
Associate Pastors 
Rev. Esther Rodriguez
Rev. Aaron Rousseau
A Word from Rev. Esther:  Rev. Esther is away on vacation, enjoying a time of rest & renewal.  
A word from Rev. Aaron:  The sermon series on 'Unity' continues this Wednesday at 6:35 in the chapel. Join us as we reflect on The Father's Love and Genesis 1:26-31.
Genesis 1:26-28 God spoke: “Let us make human beings in our image, make them
        reflecting our nature
    So they can be responsible for the fish in the sea,
        the birds in the air, the cattle,
    And, yes, Earth itself,
        and every animal that moves on the face of Earth.”
    God created human beings;
        he created them godlike,
    Reflecting God’s nature.
        He created them male and female.
    God blessed them:
        “Prosper! Reproduce! Fill Earth! Take charge!
    Be responsible for fish in the sea and birds in the air,
        for every living thing that moves on the face of Earth.”
29-30 Then God said, “I’ve given you
        every sort of seed-bearing plant on Earth
    And every kind of fruit-bearing tree,
        given them to you for food.
    To all animals and all birds,
        everything that moves and breathes,
    I give whatever grows out of the ground for food.”
        And there it was.
31 God looked over everything he had made;
        it was so good, so very good!
    It was evening, it was morning—
    Day Six.
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary:
Genesis 1:26-31
Verses 26-28
[26] And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. [27] So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them. [28] And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.
We have here the second part of the sixth day's work, the creation of man, which we are in a special manner concerned to take notice of. Observe, 1. That man was made last of all the creatures, which was both an honour and a favour to him: an honour, for the creation was to advance from that which was less perfect, to that which was more so and a favour, for it was not fit he should be lodged in the palace designed for him, till it was completely fitted and furnished for his reception. Man, as soon as he was made, had the whole visible creation before him, both to contemplate, and to take the comfort of. 2. That man's creation was a mere signal act of divine wisdom and power, than that of the other creatures. The narrative of it is introduced with solemnity, and a manifest distinction from the rest. Hitherto it had been said, Let there be light, and Let there be a firmament: but now the word of command is turned into a word of consultation, Let us make man - For whose sake the rest of the creatures were made. Man was to be a creature different from all that had been hitherto made. Flesh and spirit, heaven and earth must be put together in him, and he must be allied to both worlds. And therefore God himself not only undertakes to make, but is pleased so to express himself, as if he called a council to consider of the making of him; Let us make man - The three persons of the Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, consult about it, and concur in it; because man, when he was made, was to be dedicated and devoted to Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 3. That man was made in God's image, and after his likeness; two words to express the same thing. God's image upon man, consists, 1. In his nature, not that of his body, for God has not a body, but that of his soul. The soul is a spirit, an intelligent, immortal spirit, an active spirit, herein resembling God, the Father of spirits, and the soul of the world. 2. In his place and authority. Let us make man in our image, and let him have dominion. As he has the government of the inferior creatures, he is as it were God's representative on earth. Yet his government of himself by the freedom of his will, has in it more of God's image, than his government of the creatures. 3. And chiefly in his purity and rectitude. God's image upon man consists in knowledge, righteousness, and true holiness, Ephesians 4:24; Colossians 3:10. He was upright, Ecclesiastes 7:29. He had an habitual conformity of all his natural powers to the whole will of God. His understanding saw divine things clearly, and there were no errors in his knowledge: his will complied readily and universally with the will of God; without reluctancy: his affections were all regular, and he had no inordinate appetites or passions: his thoughts were easily fixed to the best subjects, and there was no vanity or ungovernableness in them. And all the inferior powers were subject to the dictates of the superior. Thus holy, thus happy, were our first parents, in having the image of God upon them. But how art thou fallen, O son of the morning? How is this image of God upon man defaced! How small are the remains of it, and how great the ruins of it! The Lord renew it upon our souls by his sanctifying grace! 4. That man was made male and female, and blessed with fruitfulness. He created him male and female, Adam and Eve: Adam first out of earth, and Eve out of his side. God made but one male and one female, that all the nations of men might know themselves to be made of one blood, descendants, from one common stock, and might thereby be induced to love one another. God having made them capable of transmitting the nature they had received, said to them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth - Here he gave them, 1. A large inheritance; replenish the earth, in which God has set man to be the servant of his providence, in the government of the inferior creatures, and as it were the intelligence of this orb; to be likewise the collector of his praises in this lower world, and lastly, to be a probationer for a better state. 2. A numerous lasting family to enjoy this inheritance; pronouncing a blessing upon them, in the virtue of which, their posterity should extend to the utmost corners of the earth, and continue to the utmost period of time. 5. That God gave to man a dominion over the inferior creatures, over fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air - Though man provides for neither, he has power over both, much more over every living thing that moveth upon the earth - God designed hereby to put an honour upon man, that he might find himself the more strongly obliged to bring honour to his Maker.
Verses 29-30
[29] And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. [30] And to every beast of the earth, and to every fowl of the air, and to every thing that creepeth upon the earth, wherein there is life, I have given every green herb for meat: and it was so.
We have here the third part of the sixth day's work, which was not any new creation, but a gracious provision of food for all flesh, Psalms 136:25.-Here is, 1. Food provided for man, Genesis 1:29. herbs and fruits must be his meat, including corn, and all the products of the earth. And before the earth was deluged, much more before it was cursed for man's sake, its fruits no doubt, were more pleasing to the taste, and more strengthening and nourishing to the body. 2. Food provided for the beasts, Genesis 1:30. Doth God take care of oxen? Yes, certainly, he provides food convenient for them; and not for oxen only that were used in his sacrifices, and man's service, but even the young lions and the young ravens are the care of his providence, they ask and have their meat from God.
Verse 31
[31] And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.
We have here the approbation and conclusion of the whole work of creation. Observe, 1. The review God took of his work, he saw every thing that he had made - So he doth still; all the works of his hands are under his eye; he that made all sees all. 2. The complacency God took in his work. When we come to review our works we find to our shame, that much has been very bad; but when God reviewed his, all was very good. 1. It was good. Good, for it is all agreeable to the mind of the creator. Good, for it answers the end of its creation. Good, for it is serviceable to man, whom God had appointed lord of the visible creation. Good, for it is all for God's glory; there is that in the whole visible creation which is a demonstration of God's being and perfections, and which tends to beget in the soul of man a religious regard to him. 2. It was very good - Of each day's work (except the second) it was said that it was good, but now it is very good. For, 1. Now man was made, who was the chief of the ways of God, the visible image of the Creator's glory, 2. Now All was made, every part was good, but all together very good. The glory and goodness, the beauty and harmony of God's works both of providence and grace, as this of creation, will best appear when they are perfected. 3. The time when this work was concluded.
The evening and the morning were the sixth day — So that in six days God made the world. We are not to think but that God could have made the world in an instant: but he did it in six days, that he might shew himself a free agent, doing his own work, both in his own way, and in his own time; that his wisdom, power and goodness, might appear to us, and be meditated upon by us, the more distinctly; and that he might set us an example of working six days, and resting the seventh. And now as God reviewed his work, let us review our meditations upon it; let us stir up ourselves, and all that is within us, to worship him that made the, heaven, earth, and sea, and the fountains of waters. All his works in all places of his dominion bless him, and therefore bless thou the Lord, O my soul.
Also, at our 9:40 service this Sunday, I will continue our sermon series on 'Biblical Personalities' with a reflection on Paul: Changed Heart, Changed Life and Acts 9:1-18. Hope to see you there.
On another note, for those of you that follow my blog, in recent weeks we have begun reading The Acts of the Apostles as part of Bishop Carter's Luke/Acts Reading Plan for 2014. Also, you may have noticed several blogs lately that reflect my love for photography, which is a favorite Sabbath activity of mine. For those of you who share my passion for photography, I would love to hear about it! And, if there is enough interest, I am considering beginning a Trinity photography club/small group.
Please click here to visit Rev. Esther's blog.  
Please click here to visit Rev. Aaron's blog.   
Memebership
Carmen Nelson
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, August 3, at 12:15 in rm 222. To register for Coffee with the Pastors and Childcare 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!
Missions
Ted Grueser
This week's Mission Box focus is United Way of North Central Florida.  United Way takes a long-term perspective on the needs of our community. They identify gaps, convene experts and providers to determine solutions and mobilize resources to solve problems and improve lives. They focus on three important areas: Education, Income and Health. Funded  strategies assist working families who need quality childcare, after-school care, early childhood development and much more. Let really support this amazing organization that makes such a huge impact on our community.
I would like to say a huge thanks for all the prayers last week for the mission team to Guatemala.  The team hosted three medical clinics in villages that had never had any medical services, seeing 382 patients. The other part of the team worked on building a community library that will also be used as a community center.  This involved busting up and removing an old concrete foundation and digging the trenches for the new foundation.  It was truly a great week and we were able to see God at work in many ways.  Thanks so much for your prayers and support! 
Bookstore
Kim Lewerenz
During the month of July the Trinity Bookstore will have limited 
hours on Sundays. Below is the schedule:
9:00 - 9:30 - Open
9:30 - 10:45 - Closed for the 9:40 service
10:45 - 11:30 - Open
If you would like to visit the Bookstore on a different day, please contact Kim at 416-3074. 
Youth Ministry
Julie Mishoe
This Wednesday, July 9, is the Spaghetti Dinner to support youth missions!  The sit down dinner is open from 5:30-7 with the movie "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" being shown in the Youth Building at 7 pm.  We also have a drive-thru option which is open from 5-7.  It's only $5 per plate, so come on out and get some grub!
There are still spaces for our Tampa Treeumph Trip!  Join us for an awesome outdoor zipline adventure and obstacle course.  We will leave from the spaghetti dinner and return early to mid-afternoon on Thursday. 
This Sunday Night - Our Mission Trip T-shirt Party! 5:30 to 7 pm 
in the Youth Building. Bring a blank t-shirt to decorate for your mission trip and $5 for dinner and supplies. After that we will have our last ASP/SIFAT Meeting at 7 pm.
Children's Ministries
Elizabeth Jones
Summer Sunday School is underway!   Trinity will have only one service at 9:40 in July.  Children will remain in their 2013/2014 school year grade levels until August 17, Promotion Sunday.  We will be combining our Kindergarteners through 5th graders at 9:40.  "Check-in": rooms 228/229; "Check-out": big playground. Preschool Classes:  Little Lambs, Dawning Doves and Loving Lions-Rm. 113.    
Spaghetti Dinner and Family Movie Night: Wednesday, July 9. Enjoy a plate of spaghetti!  Dine-in seating begins at 5:30, bring the family to eat then join us in the Youth Building at 7 pm to watch "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs". 
General Announcements
A Note From Rev. Dan:  Rosemary Davis and Pat Kilby are the two 
best parish visitors on the planet!  I'm not kidding.  But they need more help, so we are creating a pool of persons who would be willing to be called upon to visit on an occasional basis, as part of the "parish visitor team."  You can do it when it's convenient to you; Pat and Rosemary will work with you to set your time, and to determine where you will visit.  Many of you have this gift, or, with Pat and Rosemary's guidance, you might discern whether or not this ministry is for you.  If you are willing to "enter the pool" please contact my Administrative Assistant, Tammy Karafa.  You will be glad you did.
Mommy Reads Piece on GTN:  "A Mother's Voice" will air on Thursday, July 10 at 6pm and 11pm. Please click on this link to the commercial which will start airing the weekend before the air date to help promote the piece. So, it's a little sneak peek at what's to come. Enjoy! 
On the second Sunday of July,  July 13, the Order of St. Luke
will hold a healing service in the sanctuary following the combined church service which starts at 9:40.  At 11:00 those who need healing prayer, or who desire to intercede for those who need healing, are invited to stay for a shortened healing service, consisting of music, reading the Order of St. Luke liturgy, healing prayers, and Communion.  Surely everyone knows at least one person who needs healing.  Stay for this service and join with the Order of St. Luke as they lift their names in prayer.
Healing Touch Cancer Support Group will meet on Thursday, July 17 at 5:30 in the O.Dean Martin Prayer Room off the Atrium.  Margie Stark will be showing a DVD entitled:  Indescribable: The Awe Inspiring Mysteries of God's Creation by Lou Giglio. 
Cancer patients, survivors, friends and family will enjoy this lovely film.  For information call Margie at 386-462-9592.
The Alachua County Coalition Against Human Trafficking will meet in Trinity's Youth Building on Friday, July 18, 11 am to 1 pm. Please register online by July 11 by clicking here.  You may order a box lunch with advance registration or bring your own lunch. This meeting will focus on business updates, reports from task group leaders, coalition guidelines and partnership agreements. We welcome anyone who can help us fulfill our mission of preventing human trafficking in our community and working to help victims and survivors. Contact us with any questions by email.
Does spending a good part of August in Scotland sound like the 
way to beat the heat here in Gainesville?  Trinity Travelers will be going to Scotland in 2015 from August 8-22. The trip includes Edinburgh, St. Andrews, The Hebrides, Isle of Skye, Iona, Glasgow and, best of all, tickets to the Military tattoo at the Edinburgh Festival.  For further information contact Jim Cook or call 352-416-3036.
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.
Are you a mother of school-age kids? Then MOMSnext is the place for YOU!  As moms enter the school years, new challenges and issues arise, but the need for community and hope remains. MOMSnext is for any mom of school-age kids, in any life situation, who is looking to experience authentic community, personal growth, and practical help.  Join us for coffee, snacks, and fellowship as we traverse the years of homework, internet safety and driving!  MOMSnext meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays (end of August-April) from 9-11:30am.  Registration for fall is taking place NOW!  Click here  to register or email us here for more information.
Trinity member, Reeves Byrd, will teach the AARP Smart Driver 
Course in a one day session convenient for Trinity United Methodist Church members in the Education Building Room 222 on Thursday, July 31. 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.
"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.
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
Special Birthday Greetings are extended to Elaine Brandenburg 7/9 
(80), Joan White 7/12 (90)
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.  
Christian Love & Sympathy is extended to The Family & Friends on the June 22 passing of Janie Cox, to Kathleen Kish & Family on the June 28 passing of Kathleen's father, George Baumgartner and also to Sonia Hoover & Fred M. Hoover, Jr. and Family on the July 4 passing of Sonia & Fred's mother Evangelina (Angel) Hoover.  A service for Angel will be held in the Chapel this Thursday, July 10 at 10 am.
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Trinity United Methodist Church
4000 NW 53rd Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32653 United States
(352)376-6615
TrinityGNV.org
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