 Dear Friends,
I have seven things for you:
1. From this past Sunday:
a. Here's the link to the video of the "homeless" man who gave $20 to his donors.
b. The Priest who has the amazing ministry in Los Angeles is Father Greg Boyle; his TED Talk is awesome; just google his name. And his book is "Tattoos on the Heart."
c. The preschoolers singing at the middle service were just wonderful!
d. Here's the link to the article in The Atlantic - about the two key traits (kindness and generosity) for every healthy relationship (keep these great suggestions coming to me via email!).
2. Thanks to so many of you who turned in your commitment cards this past Sunday. I am always, always struck at the tremendous outpouring of generosity by this congregation, and we need everyone to make a pledge!
3. A copy of my little book on "Ruth" is a gift for everyone who makes a pledge. If you want additional copies - for Christmas gifts or whatever, we're asking for a $5 donation to help cover the costs. The books will be in our bookstore and on a table in the worship center. I hope you enjoy it half as much as I did writing it.
4. Donations for the new Welcome Center/Hub are now at $194,500! Amazing! Grateful.
5. Help us create our Advent Devotionals this year by going HERE to read the scriptures and then click on the link at the bottom of the page to select a verse and write your devotional about Christ's light shining either in your life or in someone else's.
6. Tomorrow night is the big "Rejoice Recital" entitled "Arkeology," - 6:30 in the worship center.
7. Ted is taking a group on a Living Water Mission Trip to El Salvador to drill a well - Jan. 18-24; there's still room for YOU! Contact Ted if you're interested.
Love and prayers,
Dan |
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Worship This Week
Sunday: Dr. Dan Johnson
Wednesday: Rev. Esther Rodriguez
Friday: Rev. Cliff Patrick
| 3 - 18 | Thanksgiving Basket Food drop off days
19 | Rejoice! performance, Arkeology, 6:30 pm
19 - 23 | Tote a Turkey to Church days
20 - 21 | Thanksgiving Basket Packaging
21 | Deadline to order Pies to support Sonlight
22 | Super Saturdays for Special Kids, 1 - 4pm, E228
23 | Voices for Kids (a fundraising event to support Family Promise of Gainesville) 4 - 8pm, First Magnitude Brewery
27 - 28 | Trinity offices closed in honor of Thanksgiving
30 | Trinity Family Christmas Dinner Tickets are available
30 | Deadline to purchase Family Advent Dinner Tickets
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 A Word from Rev. Esther
This Wednesday the 6:35 service will have a Thanksgiving potluck in the atrium and will not meet in the chapel. Coffee Talk will still meet afterwards to get our gifts for our Guardian ad Litem child. Stay warm and have a blessed week!
A Word from Rev. Aaron
Rev. Aaron's blog Friends, it's not too late to order a delicious pumpkin or apple pie to add to your table this Thanksgiving (I ordered one of each!) and support Sonlight's 2015 tour fundraising at the same time. We have a goal of selling 100 pies and we are almost there!
Also, please continue to pray for Steve Bingham, his wife Trudy, and all the family as he remains in ICU at Shands. Here's the latest update we have recieved: "Great update on Steve, the breathing tube is out!! He's still weak and not eating and drinking yet but tomorrow's goal is to move from the bed to the chair!!" Your prayers are working! Have a God-filled week and I'll see you Sunday! |
Music & Worship Arts
- Join us for "Arkeology" a musical which tells the story of Noah's Ark from the animals' perspective. Wednesday, November 19, 6:30 in the Worship Center. Performed by Rejoice (children in grades K-5). Fun for the whole family!
- It's time to Deck the Halls at Trinity! We will be decorating the Worship Center for Christmas on Monday, December 1 from 6:30-8:30pm. There are lots of opportunities for everyone to assist with this great project. Men and women of all skill and ability levels are needed! Just show up in the worship center and we will put you to work, or if you would like to, you can let Susan know you're coming so we can start getting excited!
- Plan to join us for our annual Trinity Family Christmas Dinner and Adult Choir Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 17, beginning at 5:30pm. Tickets for dinner are $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. Ages 0-4 eat free. Tickets will be available beginning Sunday, November 30, and are only required for the dinner. The concert will begin at 7:30--no ticket required! Contact Susan to reserve your tickets.
- 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.
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Missions
- This week's Mission Box is Encuentro Ministries. Led by Carlos Peralta in support for Hispanic ministries, Encuentro Ministries & Upper Room Ministries just completed the first ever 5-Day Academy for Spiritual Formation in Cuba. This Sunday, you will hear first-hand reports of how God is blessing Cuba through its pastors across that country.
- TOTE A TURKEY to CHURCH days are NOV. 19 - 23. Use your new Trinity cloth tote bag to help fill the freezer truck by the worship center parking with enough turkeys for all 1,500 Thanksgiving Baskets! Don't have a bag yet? Stop by reception or the back of the Worship Center and pick one up.
- Do you sponsor a child with World Vision in Malawi? Mark Your Calendars! Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 p.m.we will have a Malawi Family Reunion. This will be an evening to learn and see what is taking place in Nhkoma, Malawi. We would love to have everyone that is supporting a child or is interested in supporting a child come and enjoy this great evening of food and fellowship.
- Living Water Mission Trip to El Salvador: January 18-24, Trinity will be taking a mission team to El Salvador to drill a well with Living Water. If you are interested in being a part of this great opportunity please contact Ted Grueser, we have limited spots available so act fast.
- We need your help! Mission is collecting toiletries for the homeless. We need soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, lotion, razors and shaving cream and warm socks. Just drop them off to the blue bins in the narthex or reception area.
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Youth
- Big Event: Sunday, November 23rd is our next big event night, Bouncin' Big! Bring $8 and socks and get ready for a night of awesome bounce house fun! The event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
- There will be no small groups the week of Thanksgiving, and no UMYF on Thanksgiving weekend. Enjoy the leftover turkey and quality time with family!
- Join us for Christmas Caroling on Sunday, December 7th! Help us spread joy to the Gainesville community, and then finish up with yummy s'mores by the campfire. No singing talent required! Meet at the youth building at 5:30 PM. Event costs $8 and runs until 8:30 PM.
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Children's Ministry
Elizabeth Jones
Our Family Advent Festival is on Wednesday, Dec. 3rd from 5:30-7:15. Join us for a special evening of dinner, crafts, caroling, Chrismons and cookies! Reserve your dinner tickets online by Nov. 30th for the family friendly dinner of Brown-sugar baked ham, Macaroni and cheese, Sauteed Green Beans, Cinnamon Apples, Garden Salad, Dinner Rolls, and sugar cookies. Costs: 0-5-Free; Children: $3; Adults: $5; Family Cap: $16.
Mark your calendar for these upcoming events and find more information on the Children's Ministry webpage:
- November 19: 6:30 Rejoice! Performance, Arkeology
- December 1: All Guardian ad Litem gifts due to rm. 108
- December 3: Family Advent Festival, 5:30-7:15
- December 5: Parents Night Out, 5:30 - 8:30 (register by Dec. 3)
- December 14: Baptism Orientation, 11:00, rm. 108
- December 17: Live Nativity, 5:30-7:00
- Dec. 24: Children's Christmas Eve Service, 5:00 pm
- December 28: One Family Friendly Service (No Sunday School nor Childcare), 9:40 am
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Adult Ministries
David Leonard
- Health Care Surrogate Form: We often think of needing a health care surrogate in our elder years when we are likely to experience various surgeries or treatments. Yet, even young adults experience accidents or health conditions that result in surgery or rehab treatments. When this happens, it is extremely helpful to family members to have a clear understanding of your preferences regarding possible treatment options when you are unable to speak for yourself. That is a gift of love, which spares your loved ones unnecessary stress when you are incapacitated and they do not know your preferences. Chaplain James T. Wagner, PhD, MDiv, Professor Emeritus, Program in Bioethics, Law and Medical Professionalism at Shands Hospital, has designed a Health Care Surrogate (Advanced Directive) form and made it available to Trinity as a model for each person to modify for their personal preferences. Use this link to create a gift of love for your loved ones this year.
- "Protecting Our Seniors: An Overview of the New Florida Senior Exploitation Law," a free seminar at the Senior Recreation Center (5701 NW 34 St.) on Nov. 21, 10 am-12 pm. Presented by Shannon Miller, Esq. and Mary Kay Wimsett, Esq, offered by UF Health Niche Program Promoting Healthy Aging & Independence
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Sports
- We have SOME extra Christmas Trees if you missed your chance to pre-order one. Call (416.3072) or email Ben ASAP if you still want a beautiful, fresh Christmas tree!
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Caring & Support
- Healing Touch Cancer Support group: November 20, 5:30 pm (Chapel) Cancer patients, survivors, friends and family are all welcome for prayer time and anointing with Rev. Dan Johnson . For info, call Marcey at 331-2960 or Margie at386-462-9592
- Plan to join the Order of St. Luke for the next Healing Service on Sunday, December 14th at 9:40 in the Chapel. David Yonutas will be the speaker and share his healing testimony. Come and pray for healing, for yourself, a friend, a family member, a co-worker. It's the most you can do for them.
- Caregiver Support Group: Meet every Monday from 7 pm-8:30pm (E225). Contact: Mary Steinwandt or call 214-662-4869.
- If you are sad or struggling inside, don't suffer alone - ask for help. We've got a team of Stephen Ministers who are ready to listen, care, encourage, pray, and help you through a tough time. (It's confidential too!) Find out more about Stephen Ministry by talking with one of our Stephen Leaders: Kay Walker (336-2006) or Tom Sklens (384-1807). Our Stephen Ministers are there to care!
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General Announcements
- The MOMMY READS group is always in need of new paperback books, and especially Christmas ones to take on ourDecember 6 trip, but we are also now collecting gently used clothing in all women's' sizes for the inmates at Lowell who have nothing to wear home when they are released. Please place the clothing in ziploc bags with the sizes written on the bag. Both donations can be left at the front desk for MOMMY READS. For more information, feel free to contact Beth Haines at 373-9469.
- The poinsettias that will be adorning the chancel areas in the Worship Center and Chapel are available for purchase and dedication. Please click here if you would prefer to order online and pay with Visa or MC debit/credit. If you would prefer to pay with cash or check, please use the envelopes located at Trinity. All dedications are due byDecember 17th.
- The Flower Ministry is in need of new or gently used coffee mugs of any shape or size (no Christmas please). These mugs are used to give flowers to those who are in the hospital or nursing homes. You can drop off your donation at the front desk in the education building.
- #GivingTuesday: On December 2, you can extend the spirit of giving thanks into the Advent season by participating in UMC #GivingTuesday. Every gift made online through The Advance at www.umcmission.org/give on Dec. 2 will be matched up to $1 million.* See more here
- Rabbi Mark L. Winer PhD, DD, MBE an American/British international interfaith activist and scholar will be speaking at B'nai Israel on November 18th at 7:00 pm. His topic will be "The Future of Relations among the Children of Abraham: Jews, Christians and Muslims."
- Fred Korzec will teach the AARP Smart Driver Course in a one day session in room 222 on Thursday, December 4th. 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.
- Art Show: Don't forget to wander down the second floor of the Education Building and see the current Trinity's Photo Journey art display. We have dozens of present and past photos of Trinity people, places and events. Unique and beautiful scenes that will inspire you to walk the grounds and find your own favorite spot at Trinity.
- 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
- Dan Johnson's Daily Scripture Email is available upon request
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Family Matters
Sue Hobday will turn 93 on November 22
Christian Love & Sympathy is extended to Miles & Lisa Albertson and Family on the November 9 passing of their daughter Mary Albertson
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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Trinity United Methodist Church
4000 NW 53rd Avenue
Gainesville, Florida 32653, United States
(352)376-6615
TrinityGNV.org
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm | Friday, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm | |
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