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A Note from Pastor Chris AND Facilities Tours this Sunday
When it comes to our current physical plant, quite simply, we can't stay where we are. We are in a financially unsustainable position by trying to maintain the 4 buildings we currently have. So quite simply, we have to simplify. We need to maximize our stewardship of the main church structure built in 2009, and streamline our footprint, so that our facilities serve the mission of our church. The attached letter outlines a corporate call toward simplicity that will result in increasing freedom to be more generous toward those being and making disciples among and through our church. Thank you in advance for taking the time to read these important communications about our facilities recommendations.
We will offer guided tours of the Ewing building and the Parsonage during Coffee Hour this Sunday, April 26th. Please meet at the Facilities Table in Phillips Hall at either 10:35 or 10:45A for a tour.
If you are unable to join us then, feel free to contact the church office to schedule another time.
Finally, we will also consolidate our worship services on Sunday, May 3rd, so that we can have an All Church Meeting at 11A for any and all who would like more information regarding the recommendation of the Facilities Planning Team. We will also offer tours of Bradford and the proposed main building changes during Coffee Hour. We want to afford multiple opportunities for the church to participate in this conversation so that we can move forward together as a church.
For those of you who were not in church last Sunday, the Power Point presentation featuring the recommendations made by the Facilities Planning Team and the Board is now available on the website.
Click here for Chris' letter
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Saturday Men's Breakfast and Bible Study This Saturday at 8A in Phillips Hall
All are invited to attend!
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Saturday Night Life (SNL) - This Saturday at 5P Saturday Night Life is our contemporary worship service at TCC. SNL's mission is to invite people to experience God's grace through the message of Christ and to grow together in Christian community. Our hope is to help connect people to God and His story by extending the love of Christ to the Metro West area. SNL offers a casual atmosphere, so come as you are
Preaching this Sunday Pastor Chris will preach, concluding the sermon series "Faith Works" with "Wrestling", based on scripture found in James 5:13-18.
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Gospel in Life begins NEXT Monday, April 27th - Register Now!
Gospel in Life is an 8 week discipleship course with a focus on how the gospel is lived out in all of life: first in your heart, then in your community and on out into the world. Each session consists of a ten minute teaching segment by Tim Keller followed by small group discussions. Gospel in Life will meet on Monday evenings in RM 204 from 7:00P-8:30P. The spring session will run from April 27-June 22. If you are interested in participating, please contact
[email protected]
or
register on line here.
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Gordon College Concert and Luncheon, NEXT Wednesday April 29th
We've just received word that the Gordon College Choir will be performing a special concert in the Phillips Music Building on the Gordon College campus (just for TCC and their friends) at 10:30A on Wednesday April 29. This will be followed by an early lunch in the Ken Olsen Science Center.
For those who do not wish to drive themselves, we will try to arrange carpools, leaving the church at 9:15A for transportation up to the concert and back. The cost is $26.95 per person for lunch. Please make your check directly out to Gordon College.
All are welcome to attend; it is a wonderful event, and we will be back at TCC by 2:30P. Contact Debbie Wilson for more information or to sign up at 508-358-7717 or [email protected].
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New Daytime LIFE Group Beginning for Women
There will be a new LIFE Group for Women beginning Wednesday, April 29th. This LIFE Group will be geared towards moms and women who are looking for a LIFE Group that meets during the day. The group will meet weekly on Wednesday mornings from 9:30A-11A in the parlor at TCC, and will be working through the Alpha course material.
For more information, please contact Carolyn Heinen (
[email protected]
), Andrea O'Brien (
[email protected]
), or Pastor Todd (
[email protected]
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Save The Date! Sunday, May 17th 
TCC will be having its first 'FLASH Missions Conference' immediately following the first service on Sunday, May 17! Like a 'flash mob', missionaries will come suddenly and tell first-hand stories. You will hear of God's work in many missions. Please pray for God's guidance and blessing!
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Collecting School Supplies, Clothes and Shoes for Liberia
TCC member Teddy Sayonkon will be traveling back to his native Liberia in early June and would like to send supplies ahead to be distributed to a school while he is there. The Missions Committee will help Teddy collect and ship the following items for school students, ages 3-16:
Note books/ copy books, pencils, pens, crayons, rulers, sneakers, shoes, clothes Please bring donations to TCC by May 24. There will be a labeled collection area in the stairwell off the lobby. Monetary donations are also welcome; contact Teddy directly at 978-761-5239 or [email protected]
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 Volunteers needed! Volunteers are needed to care for infant through grade 5 children during the Facilities Planning Informational Meeting on May 3 at 11A. Please contact Gail Hughson at [email protected] if you are able to help. KIDS' WEEK - SON ROCK KIDS CAMP
Hilarious Skits, Crafts, Recreation, Music & More!
June 29 - July 2, 9A - 12 noon Kids' Week (KW) is for children entering kindergarten through entering grade 5. Infant care and a preschool program are available for children of KW volunteers. Please invite your friends' kids and your kids' friends! Volunteer and Camper Registration forms are now available. Volunteer Application Form Camper Registration Form |
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Student Ministries Worship Service this Sunday--all 6th-12th graders are welcome!
Come early for a pancake breakfast and hangout time with friends and leaders; worship, led by our Student Band, begins at 9:45A! This week, we will continue our study of Psalms.
There will be NO HS Small Groups this Sunday night (correction to the April Calendar)
Join us for Monday Night Hoops, 7-8:30P, at the TCC Gym!
Middle School Midweek Resumes Next Wednesday, 7-8:30P at Bradford Hall!
All 6th - 8th graders are invited!
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| NO Mom to Mom this Fridays - It's School Vacation Week. For more information, please visit our website at www.momtomomwayland.org.
TCC Women's Bible Study is Now on Summer Hiatus
Prayer Shawl / Lap Blanket Ministry Visit the Parlor to see the items you may give to a new mom, a friend for comfort, or a grieving family, etc. All you need is there to make the gift special. Questions? Call Susan Foster 508-358-5852
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The TCC Food Pantry (Loaves & Fishes) offers assistance to those of TCC and the surrounding community who need help providing for themselves and their family. If you are in need, please feel free to visit the church office for assistance from the food pantry. The food pantry is open on Sunday mornings or during regular church office hours.
We gratefully accept donations to the TCC "Loaves & Fishes" Food Pantry. Please find the collection bin on a table near the lobby stairwell. We only accept donations of non-perishable food and personal items.
WE RESPECTFULLY ASK YOU NOT TO DONATE ANY OPEN OR EXPIRED ITEMS - WE JUST HAVE TO THROW THEM AWAY!
TOP ITEMS NEEDED:
Dish Detergent / Laundry Detergent
Hair Conditioner
Kleenex
Ketchup/Mayo
Bottled Juice
Canned Fruit
If you have any questions regarding donations, contact Diane or David Newcomb at [email protected] or [email protected]
"From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked." Luke 12:48
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Thanks for reading and hope to see you this weekend.
Sincerely,
Debora Wilson
Trinitarian Congregational Church
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