Trinity Trumpeter | November 7, 2025

Christmas @ Trinity: Entering a Season of Hope

As we prepare to step into the Advent season beginning November 30, we invite our Trinity family to pause, breathe, and remember the heart of this holy time. Advent calls us to slow down in the midst of holiday busyness, to make room for reflection, and to open our hearts to the hope, peace, joy, and love that Christ brings.

Christmas at Trinity is a season of beauty and anticipation. It is a time to gather, worship, and celebrate the miracle of God coming near. Throughout the weeks of Advent, we’ll journey together toward the manger, preparing our spirits to receive the light of Christ in a fresh and meaningful way.

As schedules fill, lists grow, and the pace quickens, may we intentionally create space for wonder. Let this be a season where we notice God’s presence, cherish moments with one another, and rediscover the true reason we celebrate: Jesus Christ, the greatest gift ever given.

We look forward to spending this sacred season with you. Let’s prepare our hearts together for the coming of Emmanuel—God with us.

AROUND THE CHURCH

The Well Friendsgiving & Worship Night

Join The Well for our Friendsgiving Worship Night! This is your chance to connect with friends (and make some new ones), lift your voice in worship, and take a moment to reflect on all we have to be thankful for before the holiday hustle truly begins.

Please note: This is a potluck! The main entrée will be provided, but we ask everyone to bring a side dish or dessert to share.

When: Tuesday, November 25

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Main Brew

It’s that special time of year again! Our Daily Bread invites everyone to our Annual Thanksgiving Community Lunch on Thursday, November 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Memorial Fellowship Hall.

This long-standing Trinity tradition is more than just a meal; it’s a celebration of community, gratitude, and love. Each year, our church family comes together to serve and share a delicious Thanksgiving feast with anyone who walks through our doors.

For more information or to sign up to help, please get in touch with Deb West or the church office at (850) 862-4169.

Stock the Sleigh: Share the Joy This Christmas!

Each Christmas season, we are reminded that there is no greater joy than giving to others. This Advent, we invite you to join us in spreading kindness and hope through our annual Stock the Sleigh initiative! This year, we’re partnering with several local schools to make the holidays a little brighter for students in need.

How It Works:

Pick a Tag (Beginning Sunday, November 30)
Visit our Stock the Sleigh display in the Sanctuary or Memorial Fellowship Hall. Choose a tag representing a child. Please be sure to let a greeter or the Square One table know which child you selected.

Shop for Gifts
Purchase a few items listed on the tag. We kindly ask that purchases stay within the suggested $25–$50 range.

Drop Off Gifts
Return your gifts in a gift bag with the tag attached to the sleigh in either the Narthex or Memorial Fellowship Hall. All other gifts are due Sunday, December 14.

Your generosity can make a meaningful impact in the life of a child this Christmas. Let’s come together as a church family to fill the sleigh—and hearts—with love, hope, and holiday joy.

Christmas Love Offering for Our Staff

A Special Opportunity to Show Our Appreciation

Greetings!

As the Christmas season approaches, we are reminded of the joy, generosity, and love that this special time of year brings. It is a season to celebrate the greatest gift of all, and an opportunity to express our gratitude to those who serve our church so faithfully throughout the year.

We invite you to participate in a Christmas Love Offering for our dedicated staff. Our pastor, ministry leaders, and support staff work tirelessly to serve our congregation, often going above and beyond to care for our church family and advance God’s work in our community. This offering is a way for us to show our appreciation and bless them during this season of giving.

If you feel led to contribute, please mark your gift as “Christmas Love Offering” and submit it by December 14th. You may give during Sunday services, online, or by dropping it off at the church office. Every donation, no matter the amount, will be combined and distributed among our staff.

Thank you for your generosity and for helping us honor those who serve our congregation with such dedication. May the peace and joy of Christ fill your hearts this Christmas!

With gratitude,

The Church Leadership Team

Estate Planning Luncheon for Christians!

Presented by the Alabama–West Florida United Methodist Foundation

Wednesday, December 3 • 1:00 p.m.

Join us on Wednesday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. for a special Estate Planning Luncheon with Terri Turner from the Alabama–West Florida United Methodist Foundation. This encouraging and informative gathering will explore how thoughtful estate planning can be a meaningful expression of your faith, allowing you to steward God’s gifts in ways that continue to make a difference for generations. Terri will share practical tips, accessible tools, and inspiring ideas to help you create a legacy that reflects your values and supports the ministries you care about most.

Whether you’re just beginning to think about future planning or looking to update existing arrangements, this luncheon offers a warm, welcoming space to learn and ask questions.

Lunch will be provided! Please RSVP by calling the church office—your presence will make the conversation even richer.

The Oaks Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 10 @ 11:00 a.m. in C102

The Well Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 13 @ 6:00 p.m. at the Curtis'

Carols & Worship

PLUS Tacky Sweater Sunday

Get ready for one of the most joyful Sundays of the year! On Sunday, December 14, we’re celebrating Carols & Worship Sunday—and yes, it’s also Tacky Sweater Sunday at both services! Pull out your brightest, boldest, most wonderfully tacky Christmas sweater and come ready to sing your favorite Christmas carols with your church family.

Our Contemporary Service will feature a blend of classic and modern carols along with a special Christmas message, while our Traditional Service will offer a beautiful Lessons & Carols experience, reading scripture, singing beloved hymns, and celebrating the story of Christ’s birth.

It’s a morning filled with music, joy, and the spirit of Christmas. Invite a friend, wear your festive best, and join us as we worship and celebrate together!

STUDENT MINISTRY

NO YOUTH

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 26

Enjoy your thanksgiving break! We will not meet this upcoming Sunday or Wednesday. We'll start back on Sunday, November 30. Don't miss us too much!

Deck the Halls with Disco Balls Christmas Party!| Dec. 7 (5 - 8 p.m.)

Sunday, December 7, 5-8 pm is our annual Christmas party! Its going to be a groovy time! Throw on your 1970s or disco attire and get ready to celebrate the birth of our savior! Boys bring something sweet and girls bring something salty to share for dinner. All gifts will be provided for students to exchange, so no need to bring one.

HELP AROUND THE CHURCH

Conference Room Floor Installation

If you are interested in helping install the conference room floors please contact Ben Savage!

There are various projects around the church that need accomplishing so if you have some time and are able please get in touch with one of our Trustees.

Circle of Concern

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.

Joan Bowling

Billy Campbell

Family of Diana Curtis

Rupi Danlag

John Donahue

Earl Forrester & Family

*Jean & David Gray

Donna Giovanini

Kim Heartsong

*Ron Huber

Travis Jensen

*Melissa Johnson

Royal Melvin

Tommy Neff

Sammy Pete

*Joan Powell

Amanda Ratcliffe

*Pete Roake

Timothy Tape

Melissa Townley

Jef Wheeler

*Margaret Woodard

* = 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.

Prayer Requests