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Saturday Men's Breakfast and Bible Study - This Saturday at 8A in Phillips Hall
All are welcome 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!
The Teaching at SNL This Fall Will be Different from Sunday Mornings.
Here is a glimpse of what we will be teaching at SNL this fall:
"Come..." A Series on the Invitations of Jesus
There is something everyone loves about being invited to something or somewhere with someone. To hear the words, "come join me", "come on over", or "come, hang out with me" sends a message of inclusion, acceptance and connection. The gospels are filled with examples where Jesus invited people to come and join him. What does Jesus invite people to? Where does Jesus invite people to go? To become? This series will help you consider the invitations of Jesus, and his call on our life.
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Preaching this Sunday
Pastor Chris will continue in the sermon series "Faith Works" with a sermon titled Faith Works, Part 2:Double-Minded. The scripture reading is James 1:2-8.
Sunday Morning Adult Ed with Dr. Tom Petter, 9:30A in RM 214
This class will continue to study the Book of Hebrews.
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study, 9:30A, RM 205
Dr. Tom Petter, one of TCC's Pastoral Associates and Associate Professor of Old Testament at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, will teach two classes this fall; one on Sunday mornings (see above) and a Wednesday Morning Bible Study. This class will continue to study the Book of Romans. No registration required and all are welcome to attend!
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TCC Women's Bible Study, Thursdays 9:15-11A
Women's Bible Study began on September 18, but it isn't too late for you to join in! Come at 9:15A any Thursday. Working? Can't make a week? As in the past, if you are unable to attend, you can still join the community of women studying the book of Romans. Sign up now to receive a weekly email summary and to listen to the weekly talks by Kathy Vanaria. We are using the Serendipity Study Bible as our source for questions, so you can follow along in your small group or by yourself. If you would like to be added to the email summary, please email [email protected], and include your name.
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Mom to Mom - Fridays, 9:30-11A 
Register online NOW!
Tomorrow at 9:30A, Mom to Mom welcomes TCC member and therapist, Meg Woodruff. Meg will address the issue of conflict in the home in her talk, "Let's All Just Get Along".
If you are unable to participate in our regular weekly program but would like to sit in on our lectures, you may do so at no charge. If you know someone who might like to attend, please invite them.
For the schedule of speakers and topics visit www.momtomomwayland.org or "Like" us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mom-to-Mom-Metrowest/103450339591 ) and you will receive updated speaker information in your news feed. Audio files of most lectures will be made available on our website.
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Announcements and Upcoming Events
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LIFE Groups "Disciple-Making Journey" Study 
As part of our teaching series at TCC this fall, LIFE Groups will be working through a study together on the Disciple-Making Journey principles. The Disciple-Making Journey Study will run from the week of October 6-November 10. LIFE Groups will receive study materials to discuss and work through six lessons together. This is a great opportunity to consider joining a LIFE Group in order to grow in community with others. If you are currently in a LIFE Group, please talk with your host for more information. If you are interested in joining a LIFE Group, please see Pastor Todd at the Connection Hub Sunday morning, or contact him at [email protected].
Stephen Ministry Training Class
 TCC's "quiet ministry," Stephen Ministry, is now taking applications for our Stephen Ministry training class this fall. If you have ever thought about becoming a Stephen Minister, now is the time to check it out. Do you feel a need to be able to help people in a time of grief or do you wish you knew how to be a prayer partner for a friend who is hurting? This is an opportunity to use the gifts God gave you. Contact Dave or Chris Brooks ([email protected]) or Pastor Todd ([email protected])
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L'Abri Autumn Lecture Schedule 2014
*Please Note*
All lectures now begin at 8:00P sharp
Join us for tea and treats starting at 7:45
All lectures are held at
L'Abri Fellowship
49 Lynbrook Road
Southborough, MA 01772
http://labri.org/mass/lecture.html
Upcoming Lectures
Oct. 24 "Bone of My Bone": Wood Sculptures Celebrating the Meaning and Mystery of Marriage (Talk and showing of sculptures)
Mark Potter
Oct. 31 Peter Seeing Jesus, Jesus Seeing Peter: Poetic Renderings of Gospel Texts
Sarah Chestnut
Nov. 7 Time to Play: A Developmental and Theological Model
Mary Frances Giles
Nov. 14 "People Get Ready": The Biblical Call to be Alert
Ben Keyes
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LIFE Classes Begin in November
If you have been attending TCC for awhile and are interested in church membership,
LIFE Classes are the next steps for you. LIFE (which means Living In Faith Everyday) Classes consist of three two-hour classes designed to help you have a relationship with Christ and to understand the structure, benefits and expectations of membership. LIFE Classes are offered each year in the fall and spring of each year.
Overview of Classes:
- LIFE 101: We discuss our statement of faith and basic theology, as well as look at the structure, leadership and ministries of TCC.
- LIFE 201: We focus on what the TCC community can do for you (worship, LIFE Groups, and care ministries), as well as what you can of for the TCC community (spiritual growth, prayer, and giving).
- LIFE 301: We help you develop a heartbeat for service (spiritual gift assessment, ministry placement), and help you formulate a missions mindset (missional living & sharing faith).
- LIFE 401: You will learn how to write your spiritual autobiography, and meet with one of our Pastors for an interview for final recommendation to the Board of Elders for membership.
101- November 2 (12-2P)
201- November 9 (12-2P)
301- November 16 (12-2P)
401- Appointment to be scheduled
FAQ's
- Do I have to take all four classes to become a member? Yes, all classes are a prerequisite to membership.
- What if I can't take all the classes at this time? You can take some of the classes in the fall and complete the rest of them in the spring.
- Do you provide lunch? Yes we do!
To register for LIFE Classes, please click here to be directed to the online registration form or sign up on the Connection Card this weekend.
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Metro West Men's Ministry (MWM) - Men's Retreat 
- November 14 &15, 2014
- Location: Westgate Church, 100 Winter Street, Weston, MA 02493, USA
- Speaker: Michael Morgan
The second annual Metro West Men's Ministry retreat will be held at Westgate Church on November 14 &15. The theme is "Transformed: Pursuing God's Holiness." We'll meet from 7:30 to 9:00P on Friday evening, 8:00A for breakfast Saturday morning and concluding at noon on Saturday.
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Save the date! November 16th Concert (6P) and All-Church Dinner (7P)
Calling All Artists!
TCC is building relationships with local artists of
Arts Wayland and will be hosting a gallery exhibition in January 2015.
For more information, or to submit a work, visit [http://www.artswayland.com/call-for-art-trinitarian-gallery].
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October Calendar
1. 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!
(6th-8th graders) on Wednesday from 7-8:30P in Bradford Hall!
2. High School Small Groups (9th-12th graders) this Sunday from 7-8:30P in Bradford Hall!
3. Don't miss Monday Night Hoops, 7-8:30P in the TCC Gym! All 6th-12th graders are welcome to come play...
4. Middle School Midweek (6th-8th graders) on Wednesday from 7-8:30P in Bradford Hall!
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More About Student Ministries AND How You Can Get Involved!
What is Serve Worcester?
On the third Sunday of each month, our 8th-12th grade students and volunteer leaders travel to downtown Worcester, MA to help lead soup kitchen and clothing drive for the homeless. Each month students collected an offering, clothing and toiletry donations to pass out along with sandwiches prepared by our middle school group. At the YMCA on Main Street in Worcester, our students pass out soup, sandwiches, coffee, clothing, Bibles and toiletries while building relationships with those we've served. Our group also plays sports and games with local kids and families. Pick-up and drop-off for this event is at Bradford Hall!
Student Ministries Justice Team - the 3rd Thursday of Each Month, 7-8P
On our recent HS Mission Trip to Washington, DC, our group discussed many questions, such as, "Why do we serve? Is there a right/wrong way to serve? How does God feel about injustice in the world?" This year, our Justice Team will think critically about these questions and others. This group will also help organize/advertise our current service opportunities and search for ways to get more involved in the community.
Two Ways You Can Get Involved with Student Ministries:
1. The Student Ministries Worship Service is back for the 2014-2015 school year. Our group of more than 60 students and leaders packed Bradford Hall each Sunday...and they are hungry. Last year, we saw how the pancake breakfasts gave our leaders and students an opportunity to share a meal and conversation. Students participated more in worship. They paid more attention to the sermon. Our group was immensely blessed by all of you who cooked last year.
Please sign up to cook pancakes (again) this year!
We provide the kitchen, griddles, bowls, spatulas, pancake mix, syrup, plates, silverware and napkins. The pancake mix we use only requires water! But, if you would like to bring butter, eggs and milk to make about 70 pancakes (dozen eggs, 4 sticks of butter, half gallon of milk should be enough), feel free. Please try to be at Bradford Hall by 9:10A on the Sunday morning for which you signed up.
To sign up, please click here!
2. This year, the Student Ministries program is continuing our StudentLeadershipProgram Dinner (6-7P) on Wednesday nights. This weekly dinner is for our incredible group of high school students leading Middle School Midweek (7-8:30P). Last year we were blessed by all the volunteers who cooked and prepared wonderful meals for our student interns. Thank you for loving these students!
This year we are looking for more volunteers to cook/prepare meals. On behalf of myself and Dawn Gunn-Brown, who is our contact person for these meals, please sign-up! Dawn will send you a reminder email or give you a call during the week you signed up to bring a meal. Special thanks to Dawn!
Here are the basic details:
-Plan to drop off the meal at Bradford Hall at 5:45P on Wednesday evening; our SLP dinner begins at 6P.
-Please make enough food for about 10 people.
-We have plates, cups, silverware, napkins...you don't need to bring these!
-No one in our group has significant food allergies!
To sign up, please click here!
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Girls Gathering - Register Now!
Girls Gathering is a place where 4th & 5th grade girls gather for food, fellowship and to explore God's Word. As a group, we share life together, pray for and encourage one another at church, school and extracurricular activities.
This year we'll be studying the book of James. We'll look explore topics such trails and temptations, listening and doing, favoritism, faith and deeds, taming the tongue, wisdom, patience, and prayers.
When: Wednesdays, October 22, 2014 - March 11, 2015, 5:30-6:45
Where: at TCC, RM 111
How to register: Complete TCC's Children's Ministry "Online Register Form," check the box for Girls Gathering, and sign permission waiver, or stop by the Children's Ministry registration desk.
Questions: Gail Hughson 508-358-7717 x 310 or [email protected]
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Operation Christmas Child (OCC) - Boxes Due by November 16
Live the Adventure is participating in Operation Christmas Child this year! This program, run by Samaritan's Purse, brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. People of all ages can be involved in this simple, hands-on mission project while focusing on the true meaning of Christmas. We encourage you to make this a family project. It is a wonderful opportunity to serve together as a family. Whether or not you have children in Live the Adventure, it's a wonderful project to do with your teens, grandchildren, friends or neighbors.
Please refer to the Operation Christmas Child information packet for more detailed instructions. Completed boxes should be returned to the Children's Ministry Check-In Desk no later than Sunday, November 16th.
Visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ for more information including stories and videos about families who send boxes and the kids who receive them!
Please contact Gail Hughson or Cheryl Alexander with any questions.
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Christmas Eve:
We are looking for artists, readers, singers, and actors to participate in this years lessons and carols service on Christmas Eve at 5PM. All ages are invited to participate in this intergenerational service. Sign up at the connection hub today!
Choir Rehearsals Thursday Evening at 7P in the Choir Room (201)
The choir sings two Sundays per month and is open to all ages and experience levels.
Contact [email protected], if you are interested in joining this season!
TCC Youth Choir
The TCC Youth Choir seeks middle school and high school students interested in forming a seasonal choir for services in December. Contact [email protected], if you are interested!
Calling all musicians!
Do you play a string, woodwind, or brass instrument? If so, we need you in the coming year! Seasonal musical opportunities abound. For more information, please email Adam at [email protected] .
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Additional Ushers Needed - Especially for the Second Service
Our mission: To welcome every visitor and member to the house of God!
What is needed: We really need to beef up our Usher teams. Ushers are absolutely critical in helping newcomers form their first impression of TCC. You help set the tone for the worship experience. You are representatives of God's kingdom - you're not just opening doors, handing out bulletins or collecting the offering. You are making people feel welcome!
Could you help: 1 Sunday a month? Please contact Debbie Wilson at [email protected] or call the church office at 508-358-7717.
Volunteer Offering Counters Needed
Are you accurate and reliable? Volunteers count the weekly offering (mostly checks) for deposit each Sunday, and we are in need of some new helpers. Offering counters work in pairs. Contact Aimee Mury at [email protected] or 508- 358-7717, x303 if this might be a way you could help out. Training provided!
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Coffee Hour needs YOU! If you enjoy a cup of coffee while chatting with others after Sunday service, please sign-up (alone or with your Small Group) to host a coffee hour! You don't even have to provide snacks - just make, set up and clean up the coffee and tea! (Easy instructions provided - click here to see what is involved!) Participation gives you and your group an opportunity to serve the Lord and is greatly appreciated by your fellow members. If no one signs up, there will be no coffee! ( How to use the Coffee maker - click here) Please sign up at the Connection Hub this Sunday, or contact the church office at [email protected]. |
The TCC Food Pantry, "Loaves & Fishes" offers assistance to those of TCC and the surrounding community who need help with 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. There is a 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!
Toothbrushes
Laundry Detergents
Canned beans (Kidney, chick peas, black beans, etc.)
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."
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Daily Bible Reading Resources
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Thanks for reading and hope to see you this weekend.
Sincerely,
Debora Wilson
Trinitarian Congregational Church |
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