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Trinity’s Financial Wellbeing
Dear Trinity Friends,
Financial transparency is a value of Trinity’s Vestry and mine as your Rector. To that end, we prepare some information on Trinity’s financial well-being each year. I invite you to take a moment to watch this video in which leaders of Trinity’s finances help give us insight into Trinity’s financial health, our sources of revenue, expenses, investments, and more. In this edition, our director of finances, treasurer, and chair of our investment team help illuminate how the generosity of Trinity’s members makes our mission and ministry possible.
By Grace,
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We Believe
Each Sunday, we stand to recite the Nicene Creed, one of the church's ancient creeds that describes what we believe. The Apostle’s Creed is an even earlier form of expressing faith and was used as the core of the questions placed before each candidate for baptism (a practice preserved in the current Book of Common Prayer).
The creeds attempt to describe our beliefs about God, Jesus, the Spirit, the Church, the incarnation, the resurrection, and so much more. The Rector’s Bible Study will use the creeds as a scaffold for looking deep into the scripture to ask Why God? Why Church? Why Jesus? Why Forgiveness? Why Redemption?
The Rector’s Bible Study is an online evening study that began the first day the world shut down due to the COVID-19 virus. We continued non-stop for nearly two years. After a summer break, we resume on September 19.
We meet over Zoom on Thursday evenings from 7-8. We begin and end on time. You have permission to come to the screen with your meal, snacks, and favorite beverage. We share prayer requests and start with a very brief service of prayer. I hope you will let me know if you have any questions and if it is right for you, you will join us. If you want to be placed on the list to be notified of the meeting with the Zoom link please send a note to Nanette Popa at nanette@trinityasheville.org.
By grace,
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A Trinity Welcome to Kevin & Elizabeth
On Sunday we will formally welcome our new Choir Director and Organist, Dr. Kevin Seal and his wife Elizabeth. There will be a special reception in Tuton Hall following the 10:45 service.
Please come and give the Seals a warm Trinity welcome.
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Sunday Worship
Each Sunday, we celebrate the Eucharist at 8:00 and 10:45. Breakfast is served from 9:00 to 9:30, Christian Formation for all ages takes place from 9:30 to 10:30, and our Nursery is open from 9:15 to 12:00. We host a Coffee Hour after the 10:45 service in the Church Street Courtyard.
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The Church of the Advocate opens at 1:00 and celebrates the Eucharist at 1:30, and we celebrate a candlelight Celtic Eucharist service in the church at 5:30. | | |
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Adult Forum
Reading the Bible Literately,
not Literally
9:30-10:30 - Undercroft & Zoom
September 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29.
The Adult Forum class is titled, This class will run from September 1 to 29. The Bible is not one book – it comprises many books written in several different genres. You’ll find poetry, narrative, legal codes, history, personal letters, and more. Every week, we’ll look at one particular piece of Scripture and consider how its literary style, genre, and context help us understand it.
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The Clark Room Conversations class is titled, “The Word for Today.” In this class we will consider the bible passages appointed to be read for worship. | | |
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Additional Parking on Sunday Mornings
Additional parking spaces are available at the Ravenscroft Office Suites at 29 Ravenscroft Drive, across the street from Trinity. A sign signifies parking for Trinity Church. If you can, please leave parking closest to the church for those with difficulty walking.
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Connie Wilson, Nancy Dexter,
Jennifer Pearson, Ralph Simpson, Matt Sharp
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Vestry Nominations
The Vestry Nominating Committee is now receiving nominations for service on Trinity’s Vestry. Our Annual Meeting and Vestry elections are on November 17. To serve on the Vestry, one must be a confirmed member, 18 years and older, who participates with their time, talent, and treasure. If you know someone who you think would serve Trinity well, please make the nomination. You do not have to have spoken with the person. More information about the responsibilities of serving on the Vestry and a link to the nomination form can be found by clicking "CLICK TO NOMINATE" on the left.
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Fresh Eggs for Breakfast!
Local, farm-fresh eggs for breakfast! This fall our Sunday breakfast cost has shifted from $5 to $6, which includes eggs from Dry Ridge Farm. Breakfast is from 9:00 - 9:30a every Sunday. If you would like to volunteer to prepare breakfast, please contact debbie@trinityasheville.org.
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Food, Farm and Fellowship
Olivette Farm Is hosting a Farm Tour and Potluck Dinner at on Sunday, Sept. 29, 4-7 pm for the Trinity CSA. If you are interested in participating in the 2025 season with weekly farm fresh produce (mid-May thru mid-October) and would like to join us contact leeseabrook@gmail.com for more information.
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Blessing of the Animals
Please save the date for the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 6, at 2 in the Chapel Courtyard.
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Creation Corner
Many churches celebrate a liturgical “Season of Creation” in September leading up to the Feast of Saint Francis. If you’re interested in learning more, find resources for personal and group use by clicking the button below.
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Midweek Eucharist:
Wednesdays at 12:15
Every Wednesday, we offer a midweek worship service at 12:15 (and ending around 12:45). The church will also be open from 11:30-1:00 for anyone seeking a place for private contemplative prayer.
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The Rector's Bible Study Resumes:
The Rector’s Bible Study will resume on Thursday, September 19, at 7:00. This season’s title is What Christians Believe and Why? In this study, the church's creeds become a lens through which we examine the scriptures and discover some insights into the core questions of faith:
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Why God? Why Church? Why Jesus? Why Forgiveness? Why Redemption? Some of the more profound questions of the faith are approached, believe it or not, in the church's creeds. This study is online only (Zoom). The link can be found on the website homepage in the listing of events at the bottom of the page. To be on the email notification of the class, CLICK HERE | |
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The Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study meets on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:45 in the conference room. Open to all women.
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Becoming Beloved Community
Becoming Beloved Community Book Group meets on Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:30 in the Clark Room and on Zoom. We discuss the intersection of social and environmental justice. Contact Page McCorkle for information:pageconnermccorkle@gmail.com.
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Women's Retreat 2025
Mark your calendar: the 2025 women’s retreat will be March 28-30. Registration will open October 1.
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NURSERY CARE
Nursery care is offered for infants through 3-year-olds who are not fully potty trained. The nursery opens at 9:15 through the end of the 10:45 service.
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GODLY PLAY
We offer three classes:
Godly Play 1-for 3 year olds that are fully potty trained through PreK
Godly Play 2- Kindergarten through 2nd grade
Rite in the Middle-3rd-5th grades
These classes are located in the downstairs children’s area (enter the church through the doors at the covered porch by the playground and immediately head down the stairs.)
CHILDREN'S HOUR
Children’s Hour from 10:30-11:30. This is a separate worship service for ages 3 (potty trained) through 2nd grade. We head straight to the Undercroft after our Sunday School classes and then to the Redwood Chapel for our worship service. (For children that were not at Sunday School, simply meet us in the Undercroft at 10:30 am) We join parents upstairs after The Peace.
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New Choir for Children
Our Cherub Choir begins rehearsals Wednesday, September 25th, from 5:00-5:30. We are reconfiguring the age groups to reflect interest, and the Cherub Choir is open to all children from Kindergarten through the 3rd grade. No previous musical experience is necessary. The choir will sing for 10:45 worship every 4-8 weeks throughout the school year. Questions? For more information, please contact Kevin Seal at kevin@trinityasheville.org or by phone in the church office.
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Everybody Upstairs Sunday - September 22nd
Two to three times a year the children and our Director of Children’s Ministries, Beth Chestnut, give the day's sermon during our 10:45 service. We use the Godly Play method to tell the stories and often involve the congregation in the telling of the story. This Sunday we hear the story of “The Exodus” where Moses leads the People of God out of captivity in Egypt to freedom. “Everybody Upstairs” takes the place of Children’s Hour, as all children are either participating in the storytelling or watching. This one includes quite a bit of congregational participation! It’s fun and instructive and helps the stories come alive. Join us for this special occasion during the 10:45 service.!
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Middle School Class (grades 6-7)
9:30-10:30a
The class meets in Trinity’s youth area and can be accessed from the stairs to the right of the Tuton Hall kitchen or from the outside door into the same stairway. The classroom is on the left past the game room.
High School Class (grades 8-12)
9:30-10:30a
The high school class meets in Trinity’s youth area. It’s located under Tuton Hall and can be accessed from the stairs to the right of the Tuton Hall kitchen or from the outside door into the same stairway. The classroom is the first room on the right of the youth kitchen.
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Trinity Episcopal Youth Group
Grades 6-12 - Sunday, September 22 from Noon until 4:00p. I have reserved the lakefront at Lake Logan. We will swim and have access to the boats. Please bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Please RSVP by Thursday, September 19. Everyone must complete a guest registration and release form before arrival if they haven’t done so within the same calendar year. Parents or legal guardians can complete the form for youth/children and indicate the youth/child’s name and age. - Debbie
The online release form can be found here:
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Candlelight Yoga for Youth
On Sunday, September 29 from 4:00-6:00p for high school youth only. We will have a candlelight yoga class in Tuton Hall beginning at 4:00p. Please bring a yoga mat and wear appropriate attire for a yoga class. Mary Catherine McAnnually Scott, a Trinity parishioner will lead this class. We will provide a light dinner after the class in Tuton Hall. If you would like to bring a friend, that would be encouraged. Please RSVP at debbie@trinityasheville.org by Friday, September 27.
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We are forming a new Youth Choir!
This great opportunity for our youth to praise the Lord through song and learn about music and worship is open to all youth grades 4-12. An informational meeting will be held next Sunday, September 22nd at 9:15 in the Conference Room. Grab your breakfast and meet to discuss the choir with Kevin! For more information contact Kevin at kevin@trinityasheville.org or by phone in the church office.
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Other News and Opportunities | | |
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Chancel Choir
All are welcome to join the Trinity Chancel Choir, which rehearses on Wednesdays from 7-8:30. This is a great time to join the choir. Contact Dr. Kevin Seal at kevin@trinityasheville.org or by phone at the church offices.
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2nd Chapter Book Group
This traditional ladies' group that meets on the 2nd Thursday of every other month at 10:00am in the Clark Room. The October 10 selection is The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore. For more information, please contact Barbara Fotinos at bfotinos@gmail.com.
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Trinity Caregivers’ Group
The Trinity Caregivers’ Group meets by Zoom every second Friday. We welcome all who care for a loved one(s), local or at a distance, diagnosed with some form of dementia. Challenges and experiences are shared.
Dr. Corkie Morrill is a retired geropsychologist, and Peggy Buchanan is a retired Deacon and nurse, and they facilitate the group. Corkie Morrill 828-684-3972, corkiemorrill@charter.net.
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Trinity Stories That Matter
Trinity Stories That Matter is our blog that highlights member interest pieces, such as weddings, births, achievements, celebrations, graduations, the death of an extended family member, and past and some upcoming special events. Read the latest edition, including a post from our new Senior Acolyte by clicking the link on the website homepage or Stories That Matter | Trinity Episcopal. Please email Ken Wilson at ken@trinityasheville.org to share your story.
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The Appalachian Regional Ministry is a partnership with churches and other leaders in Graham County, one of the poorest in our region. We travel to Robbinsville monthly to cook, distribute food, and work with community leaders in other ways. We welcome your presence! Contact the church office to reach Tom Goodrich.
Help cook and serve breakfast from 8:00 to 9:30 on Sundays. Paul Hatfield does most of the work, but help scrambling eggs or flipping pancakes is greatly appreciated! Sign up on the bulletin board in Tuton Hall or contact Debbie Cox at debbie@trinityasheville.org.
Every Sunday after the 10:45 service, the Church of the Advocate can use your help to serve a meal to the homeless. No cooking skill is needed—contact the Rev. Mike Reardon at mreardon@reddooravl.org.
Trinity volunteers travel to Lake Logan every Thursday for service and fellowship to paint cabins, repair furniture, sew curtains, and landscape. Contact Carlyn Pheil (carlynpheil@gmail.com).
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Donations
You can donate to Trinity by any means that is convenient for you. Our address is 60 Church Street, Asheville, NC, 28801. You can donate to Trinity however is convenient for you. Our address is 60 Church Street, Asheville, NC, 28801, text “trinityavl” to 73256, or use the “Donate” button on our website. Thank you. (trinityasheville.org). CLICK HERE TO GIVE.
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Trinity Clergy, Staff, and Vestry | |
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The Following Immediate and Ongoing Prayer concerns remain for a period of six weeks
unless they are intentionally renewed by calling the church office.
IMMEDIATE CONCERNS: Barbie Donar, Bonnie Parker, Nancy Ackermann Cole,
Robert White, Linda, Mark Stephens, Neal Owings, Laurie Hamilton, Tonya Fotinos,
Neil Grant, Leo Duncan, Jane Clark
ONGOING CONCERNS: Molly Gray (granddaughter of Sam & Paul Faeth)
HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS &THOSE IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES:
Lynne Diehl, Evelyn Hemphill, Gus Boone, Karen Taylor, Clare & Hugh Stephens
FOR THOSE IN SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY: Lt. Cmdr. Alexander M. Ford (son of John Mark and Charlene Ford), WO. Brendan Gilbert (grandson of Curt Gilbert); Davis N. Graham, Lieutenant J.G. (grandson of Jane Clark), Captain Brooks Jarnigan, Army Intelligence (nephew of Dale & Cindy Carroll); Col. Jon C. McDaniel, U.S.M.C. (son of Mr. & Mrs. R. Allison McDaniel), Adrienne Welker, US Navy Band (daughter of Leslie Welker), Gerald Welker, Jr, US Air Force Band (son of Leslie Welker), SN John Work, US Navy (son of Becky & Jack Work)
BIRTHDAYS: Jennifer King, Boyd Best, Annabelle Cresenzo, Parker Moore,
Elizabeth Vandegrift, Chris Brock, Paul Danko, Martha Boyd, John Ruhl Jr, Megan Cox,
Sara Duque, Sarah Groce, Thomas Hunter V, Graeme Browning, Palmer Gaillard III,
Morgan Dotson, Diane Lynch, Carson Morris, Riley Oswald, James Rowe Jr, Jill Millar
ANNIVERSARIES THIS WEEK Bill & Kay McCann, Emily & Mo Moss,
Jim Beatty & Trey Inman, Peter & Jas Gentling, Susan Edwards & Barbara Matthews,
Kate & Andy Guzy
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