Trinity Trumpeter | February 28, 2025

Hey Trinity,

It has been a wonderful two months of 2025 at Trinity UMC! We are celebrating the year of jubilee, the year in which we are called to Greater Things!

I appreciate everyone who helped make The Challenge weekend such a success. On Wednesday, we begin the season of Lent with the service of Ash Wednesday. Lent is a season of reflection on the sacrifice that Christ made for us and a time in which we prepare for the celebration of Easter. We mourn that Jesus had to die on the cross, but we also prepare for the celebration of his power over sin and death, which is the Easter season. I encourage you to take up an intentional spiritual practice during the season of Lent, whether it be ten minutes of prayer or daily reading of scripture, spend time with the Lord during these 40 days, and allow space for God to speak to you. The Holy Spirit is moving in our church, and I pray that we can grow in our faith together during this season of Lent. 

God Bless,

Rev. Christina Shaver

Ash Wednesday Service

March 5

Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten period leading up to Easter. We use ashes to symbolize our humanity, mortality, death, and repentance. We will be celebrating by having a combined service on Wednesday, March 5, at 6:00 p.m. in our Sanctuary for a combined worship service where you'll be able to receive the ashes and pray with members of our congregation.

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 [DATE TBD] 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 We can't wait to see you there!

This is a community outreach event for families with children through grade 5. Our goal is to have 20 stations with activities or games decorated by families, Sunday school classes, local businesses, and school clubs. None of this is possible without your help!

We are looking for donations of individually wrapped easter candy or prizes for kids. We are also 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. We will have bounce houses and food as other activities for the families. If you're interested in volunteering to host a table or volunteering to help out, please complete the form below.

This is a FREE community outreach event for families with children through grade 5. Our goal is to have 10-15 stations with activities or games. We look forward to working together to make this our best Easter Eggstravaganza yet!

Preschool Pizza & Silent Auction

March 4

Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Join us for our Annual Preschool Pizza Night & Silent Auction on Tuesday, March 4! 🥳 This year, we’re thrilled to announce that all proceeds will contribute to an exciting school trip to the zoo AND enhance our preschool facility!

The fun kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with our fabulous silent auction, featuring an amazing array of goodies from our wonderful local businesses! Bidding will wrap up at 6:30 p.m., and prizes will be distributed. Don’t miss your chance to snag some fantastic items! 🍕 Plus, enjoy delicious pizza served from 5:30 p.m. It’s a perfect way to enjoy good food and great company while supporting our preschool! 

If you’re a local business looking to donate to this exciting auction, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to our Preschool at (850) 862-9307. Let’s make this event a tremendous success together! 🎊

Kids Night Out

March 7

Our Trinity Kids Ministry will host a Kids Night Out on Friday, March 7, from 5 - 8 p.m.! This event is open to kids ages 1 year old to 5th grade. They'll have a fun-filled evening of games, fellowship, a movie, and pizza while you enjoy a well-deserved break. Cost: $10.00 per child (up to $50 for 5+ kids).

Crochet Class

March 9

Join us for a biweekly crochet class sponsored by our church's Prayer Shawl Ministry! This gathering invites crafters of all skill levels to create beautiful shawls that offer comfort and warmth to those in need. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or a beginner, our friendly instructors will guide and encourage you as you learn new techniques and stitch patterns. The next gathering is Sunday, February 23, at 12:15 p.m. in C112.

Church Council Meeting

March 11

Our next Church Council meeting will be Tuesday, March 11, at 5:45 p.m. in the Youth Room. We will discuss various topics and certify our Worship Arts Minister, Ben Savage, as a candidate for ministry.

Week 10

❍ Mar 2, Sabbath

❍ Mar 3, Mt 14:22–36; Mk 6:1–6

❍ Mar 4, Mk 6:6–29

❍ Mar 5, Mk 6:30–56

❍ Mar 6, Luk 9:1–27

❍ Mar 7, Luk 9:28–50

❍ Mar 8, Luk 9:51–62; Jn 6:1–15

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 11

❍ Mar 9, Sabbat

❍ Mar 10, John 6:16–59

❍ Mar 11, John 6:60–71

❍ Mar 12, Mat 15:1–20

❍ Mar 13, Mt 15:21–39;

❍ Mar 14, Mk 7:1–37

❍ Mar 15, Mt 16:1–20

Worship Night

March 9

Sunday, March 9, 6-7:30 p.m.: Join us for worship night with guest speakers Ben and Angelina Savage! They will discuss dating in the modern world and how different relationships can be lived Christ-like. If you didn't know, Ben and Angelina are worship leaders for our contemporary services, so we are taking on a Rocker theme. Grab your black eyeliner and studded belt, and let's rock on!

Kick-off Spring Break with the Ice Flyers

March 14

Before we take a break, we are heading to Pensacola for an Ice Flyers Hockey game! On Friday, March 14, we will meet at the church at 5 p.m. and return at 11 p.m. Students need $20 cash for their hockey ticket and extra spending money. Accepted payment methods include debit, credit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay at concessions and merch stands throughout the venue. There will be limited spots for this trip. Register as soon as the signup list is on the sign-in table!

Confirmation

April 6

Do you want to learn more about the Methodist church, become a member of Trinity, claim your faith as your own, or be baptized? Confirmation class is the class for you! Classes begin April 6, and we will meet April 6th, 13th, and 27th from 4:30–6 p.m., Baptism night will be April 27 from 5–7:30 p.m. with a church-wide potluck dinner, our day retreat will be May 3, with more details to come, and Confirmation Sunday will be May 4 with one service. To sign up, email Melissa at Students@trinityfwb.org. This is open to middle and high school students.

Kids Min NEEDS YOU!

We are excited to announce that our Kids Ministry needs enthusiastic volunteers for Sundays from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.! If you have a passion for working with children and want to make a positive impact in their lives, we would love to have you join our team. We are also looking for an individual(s) who are able and willing to drive the church bus/van as well.

Volunteering in our Kids Ministry is a rewarding experience where you can help nurture the faith of our little ones while building meaningful relationships within our community. Whether you can help on Sundays, during special events, or at midweek gatherings, your contribution will make a difference!

If you’re interested in learning more about how you can get involved, please get in touch with Jessica McClung at kids@trinityfwb.org.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve!

Blessings,  

Jessica McClung

Kids Ministry Coordinator

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

*Shirley Pope

Jeff Wade

*Peggy Willard

Alexis Smith & Kids

Chaz Mocha

*Ann Welch

Lori Benson

Tom Anderson

Sonny Parke

Cindy Scott

Betty Frazier

George Ferkes

David McClendon

Amanda Davis

Diana Curtis

Ken Maines

Karen Tindall

Mikel Campbell

*Jose Figueroa

Jamie Irwin

Chuck Saunders

Betty Frazier

George Ferkes

Helmet Gorman

Harry Wild

Darla O'Brian

Ryan Haggarty

* = 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, February 28

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

Saturday, March 1

• 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. • Kiwanis Club Pancake Breakfast • Memorial Fellowship Hall

Sunday, March 2

• 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 • Memorial Fellowship Hall

Tuesday, March 4

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 3:30 p.m. • Trinity Kids • Dean Fellowship Hall
• 5:00 p.m. • Preschool Pizza & Silent Auction • Memorial Fellowship Hall
• 5:30 p.m. • Praise Band Rehearsal • Sanctuary

Wednesday, February March 5

• 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
• 10:00 a.m. • UMM Bible Study • C105
• 12:00 p.m. • Joyfule Place Volunteer Training • Youth Room
• 5:00 p.m. • TSM Midweek Study • Youth Room
• 5:00 p.m. • First of All Prayer Group • C102
• 6:00 p.m. • Ash Wednesday Worship • Sanctuary

Thursday, March 6

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 10:00 a.m. • Griefshare Gathering • C102
• 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Rehearsal • Bell Room

Friday, March 7

• 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. • Kids Night Out • Dean Fellowship Hall
• 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
• 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C103

Sunday, March 9

• 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
• 6:00 p.m. • TSM Sunday Night • Memorial Fellowship Hall

Tuesday, March 11

• Municipal Election
• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 3:30 p.m. • Trinity Kids • Dean Fellowship Hall
• 5:30 p.m. • Praise Band Rehearsal • Memorial Fellowship Hall
• 5:45 p.m. • Church Council Meeting • Youth Room

Wednesday, March 12

• 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
• 10:00 a.m. • UMM Bible Study • C105
• 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, March 13

• 10:00 a.m. • Joyful Place Respite Ministry • Youth Room
• 10:00 a.m. • Griefshare Gathering • C102
• 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Rehearsal • Bell Room

Friday, March 14

• 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!