Trinity Trumpeter | March 28, 2025

Exciting news from Trinity! We are thrilled to introduce some fabulous new additions to our team! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Leigh Rice and Forrest Oliver, who serve as Director and Assistant Director of the Joyful Place Respite Ministry. They've been with us since January, and what an incredible journey it’s been already!

And let's not forget about our wonderful new Office Assistant, Janet Dunn, who joined us just this month! 

We couldn't be more excited to have these amazing ladies as part of our Trinity family. Be sure to say hello and give them a warm welcome when you see them around! Let’s celebrate this exciting new chapter together!

Forrest Oliver

Asst. Director of Joyful Place Respite Ministry

Forrest L. Oliver is the Assistant Director of Joyful Place Respite Ministry. Forrest was an active volunteer for years before taking on the role of assistant in 2024. 

She feels being a part of respite gives her an opportunity to give back to the community in an area that is special to her. Forrest's mom and family members dealt with Alzheimer's/ Dementia for years, so she feels as though it is her calling to serve. I grew up in the Methodist church, so this feels like home. In my free time, I love being outdoors and traveling. 

Leigh Rice

Director of Joyful Place Respite Ministry

Leigh (Johnson) Rice has been the director of JOY at Joyful Place Community Respite since 2022. She's a native of Okaloosa County, born and raised in Ft. Walton Beach, and currently resides in Shalimar with her husband of 31 years, Brian. Leigh graduated from Choctawhatchee High School and the University of South Alabama with a Master's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. 

She's spent much of her 30-year career working with senior adults and has a specific gift for connecting with people living with dementia. Leigh and Brian have two sons, Evan (wife, Chloe) and Eric, and numerous dogs, goldfish and granddogs. Leigh volunteers for a local dachshund rescue and loves boating, fishing, thrifting/antiquing, weekends at Lake Seminole, and traveling near and far with friends and family.

Janet Dunn

Office Assistant

Janet Dunn has been part of the Trinity Staff since March 2025. She grew up in Shalimar, FL, and graduated from Choctawhatchee High School in 1973. In her senior year, she was captain of the girls' golf team.

After graduation, she moved to Middletown, Ohio, and lived there for 9 years. She has 2 beautiful daughters, 4 grandchildren, and one great-grandson!

In her free time, Janet loves to cook, plant veggies and flowers in her garden, and spend time with her family watching the Florida Gators football and Atlanta Braves baseball.

Basket of Blessings

Lenten Mission Project 2025

We are excited to share our new initiative for our Lenten Mission Project, "Basket of Blessings"! Our goal is to spread joy and hope of Christ throughout our community this Easter season. We will assemble and distribute Easter baskets filled with your generous donations of goodies, treats, and essential items to various organizations in our community, including One Hopeful Place, Shelter House, and our very own Trinity Preschool. Together, let’s shine the light of Christ this Easter by sharing His love and compassion with those around us. Below is a list of donations we are looking for

Donations can be dropped of at either worship service on Sunday morning as well as the Church Office during the week. The deadline for donations will be Sunday, April 6. We will assemble baskets on Tuesday, April 8 at 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and they will be dropped off during Holy Week. 

Our 4th annual Easter Eggstravaganza is back! Join us Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the parking lot for THREE age-appropriate Egg hunts, food, games, music, and an all-around good time! We are excited to have food, games, music, and more!

Egg Hunt # 1 @ 11:30 a.m. for ages walking to Kindergarten

Egg Hunt # 2 @ 12:00 p.m. for grades 1st - 2nd

Egg Hunt #3 @ 12:30 p.m. for grades 3rd - 5th



This is a community outreach event for families with children through grade 5. We are looking for individuals, Sunday school classes, local businesses, small groups, or anyone willing to host an activity table. This could range from a coloring station to a disc golf station. None of this is possible without your help! If you're interested in volunteering to host a table or volunteering to help out, please complete the form below.

We are looking for donations of individually stuffed easter eggs, individually wrapped easter candy, or prizes for kids. We will have bounce houses and food as other activities for the families.

We look forward to working together to make this our best Easter Eggstravaganza yet!

Thursday, April 17

6:00 p.m.

Memorial Fellowship Hall

Maundy Thursday commemorates the washing of the feet and Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the disciples. This is where Holy Communion was introduced.

Friday, April 18

6:00 p.m.

Sanctuary

On Good Friday, we remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his earth at Calvary.

Week 14

❍ Mar 30, Sabbath

❍ Mar 31, John 10:1–21

❍ Apr 1, John 10:22–42

❍ Apr 2, Luk 10:1–37

❍ Apr 3, Luk 10:38–42

❍ Apr 4, Luk 12:1–48

❍ Apr 5, Luk 12:49–13:9

A Year in the New Testament

We are challenging you to spend 10 minutes a day in the word of God as we journey through the New Testament this year. Below is a list of scripts you can read and a button to a scripture resource for the year. We will include these scripture readings in each issue of the trumpeter!

Week 15

❍ Apr 6, Sabbath

❍ Apr 7, Luk 13:10–35

❍ Apr 8, Luk 14:1–24

❍ Apr 9, Luk 14:25–15:32

❍ Apr 10, Luk 16:1–15

❍ Apr 11, Luk 16:16–17:10

❍ Apr 12, Luk 17:11–37

Baptism Night

April 27

Join us for a joyful evening on Sunday, April 27 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. as we celebrate our youth students on Baptism Night! This special occasion marks the culmination of their journey through confirmation, and we invite the entire church community to join in the festivities. The nursery will be available for those who need it.

Enjoy a potluck dinner where everyone can share in the blessings of food and fellowship. Witness the powerful moments of baptism as our young members publicly declare their faith. It’s a night of inspiration, connection, and celebration for all ages! Be a part of this memorable event as we support and honor our youth in their spiritual journey.

TSM Spirit Night SLU

April 28

Join us in lifting up our favorite student ministry! It's Spirit Night at Tijuana Flats on Monday, April 28, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for our Trinity Student Ministry Spirit Night! Twenty percent of your purchase will benefit our students and their trip to Student Leadership University 201! See you there!

Just remember you must mention you are dining for TrinityUMC. During the event, you can place orders for dine-in, to-go, curbside, and delivery

Trinity Kids Movie Day

April 13

Trinity Kids are headed to the MOVIES! Join us on Sunday, April 13, as we go to the movies to see "The King of Kings". This movie tells the story of a father who tells his son the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice. The King of Kings invites us to rediscover the enduring power of hope, love, and redemption through the eyes of a child. (Angel.com)

Sign up with Jessica McClung at kids@trinityfwb.org to ensure we have enough tickets and transportation for everyone. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for kids.

Vacation Bible School - True North

Registration Opens on Tuesday, April 1

June 16-20

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

@ Trinity UMC

This year kids will go on the ultimate Alaska adventure, where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that he is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!

Let us care and pray with you. 

If you or someone you know needs prayers, please complete the Prayer Request form at our Square One tables. Below is a list of those we pray for this week; please join us in praying for those persons. Individuals are kept on the list for four weeks.

Pam Banks

Tammy Peters

Jeff Wade

*Peggy Willard

Alexis Smith & Kids

Chaz Mocha

*Family of Ann Welch

Tom Anderson

Sonny Parker & Family

Cindy Scott

Betty Frazier

George Ferkes

Family of David McLendon

Amanda Davis

Diana Curtis

Ken Maines

Karen Tindall

Mikel Campbell

Jamie Irwin

Chuck Saunders

Helmet German

Fiona Rodgers

Sharon Trenary

Ryan Haggarty

Darla O’Brian

Fiona Rodgers

Sharon Trenary

Family of Herman Adams

Family of Trey Horton

Mary Peters

Carter Leach

Jimmie Englett

*Angelina Savage

Genevive Banks

*Ginny Miller

* = Church Member

Bold = New

If you or someone you know needs prayer, please complete the Prayer Request form below. The Circle of Concern list is updated and sent out biweekly via the Trumpeter, and individuals are on the list for four weeks. Please notify the church office if an individual needs to be on the list for more than four weeks. Circle of Concern inserts for Sunday services are printed on Thursday.

Friday, March 28

• Last Day for Hot Meals
• 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
• 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C105

Sunday, March 30

• Happy Birthday, Mariah!
• 9:45 a.m. • Contemporary Worship Service • Memorial Fellowship Hall
• 9:45 a.m. • Friendship Bible Study • C103
• 9:45 a.m. • Enrichment Bible Study • C102
• 9:45 a.m. • Prime Time Bible Study • C105
• 11:00 a.m. • Traditional Worship Service • Sanctuary
• 11:00 a.m. • Ignite Bible Study • C102
• 6:00 p.m. • TSM Sunday Night • MFH

Monday, March 31

2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH

Tuesday, April 1

• Special General Elections
• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 3:30 p.m .• Trinity Kids • Dean Fellowship Hall
• 5:30 p.m. • Praise Band Rehearsal • Sanctuary

Wednesday, April 2

• 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
• 10:00 a.m. • UMM Bible Study • C105
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 5:00 p.m. • First of All Prayer Group • C102
• 5:00 p.m. • TSM Midweek • Youth Room
• 6:00 p.m. • Chancel Choir Rehersal • Choir Room

Thursday, April 3

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 10:00 a.m. • Griefshare Gathering • C102
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Rehearsal • Bell Room

Friday, April 4

• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
• 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C103

Sunday, April 6

• 9:45 a.m. • Contemporary Worship Service • Memorial Fellowship Hall
• 9:45 a.m. • Friendship Bible Study • C103
• 9:45 a.m. • Enrichment Bible Study • C102
• 9:45 a.m. • Prime Time Bible Study • C105
• 11:00 a.m. • Traditional Worship Service • Sanctuary
• 11:00 a.m. • Ignite Bible Study • C102
• 12:15 p.m. • Crochet Class • C102
• 4:30 p.m. • Confirmation Class • Youth Room
• 6:00 p.m. • TSM Sunday Night • Memorial Fellowship Hall

Monday, April 7

• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 5:00 p.m. • Trustee Meeting • C112

Tuesday, April 8

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 1:00 p.m. • Basket of Blessing Assembly • Memorial Fellowship Hall
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 3:30 p.m. • Trinity Kids • Dean Fellowship Hall
• 5:30 p.m. • Praise Band Rehearsal • Memorial Fellowship Hall

Wednesday, April 9

• 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
• 10:00 a.m. • UMM Bible Study • C105
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 5:00 p.m. • TSM Midweek • Youth Room
• 5:00 p.m. • First of All Prayer Group • C102
• 6:00 p.m. • Chancel Choir Rehearsal • Choir Room

Thursday, April 10

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 10:00 a.m. • Griefshare Gathering • C102
• 2:30 p.m. • Our Daily Bread • MFH
• 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Rehearsal • Bell Room
• 6:00 p.m. • Guy's Gathering • Homes2 Suites on Lewis Turner BLVD

Friday, April 11

• 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
• 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C105

Click the "Full Calendar" link below for a full calendar of events.

As we walk together on this journey of faith, it's important to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the wonderful blessings God showers upon us. Are you celebrating a milestone in your life? Did something incredible happen that you feel led to share? We invite you to share your celebrations with us!

Whether big or small, each moment is a testament to God’s grace and love working in our lives. When we share our joy, we not only encourage one another but also strengthen the bonds that unite us as a community. 

Please send your celebrations to us by clicking the button below or contacting the church office, so we can come together in prayer and thanksgiving for all the amazing things happening in our lives. Let’s uplift one another and rejoice in the goodness of our Lord!