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Leadership Giving for 2025
Dear Friends,
Each Fall, Trinity invites members to consider their financial gift for the following year. Our regular annual giving campaign will begin on October 1. We are, however, inviting all members to participate in our “pre-campaign” Leadership Giving period by making your 2025 pledge electronically.
From now until September 30 you can make your Leadership Pledge electronically and when you do so you will be removed from the regular giving process in October.
Over and over members of Trinity tell me how much Trinity is a place of grounding for the Spirit and Soul. Here at Trinity we know our core values, keep the Gospel of Jesus as our center focus and listen intently to how the Spirit calls us to growth through service and witness. Thank you for your deep generosity and your commitment to Trinity’s mission and ministry.
On behalf of the Stewardship Team and our Vestry, we invite you to be a part of the list of Leadership Givers and make your 2025 pledge before September 30.
Your gift makes possible our mission to be a place where all can Explore Faith, Embrace Community, Expect a Difference and make one.
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Dear Church,
Our youth programs are flourishing this fall! It’s been so fun to hear the laughter and sounds of ping pong and air hockey echoing out of our youth rooms every Sunday morning at 9:30, and to see teenagers getting involved in all aspects of our life together. If you are a teenager, or are related to one, don’t miss the chances to connect more deeply in September:
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Youth choir! If you have any interest in joining, grab breakfast and meet Kevin in the conference room this Sunday at 9:15 am to learn more.
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Lake day this Sunday, Sept 22 from noon to four at Lake Logan! Email Debbie today to RSVP.
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Candlelight yoga (for highschoolers only!) Sunday, Sept 29 from 4-6pm in Tuton Hall. RSVP to Debbie.
And there will be more to come! Get connected now.
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Investiture of the Next Presiding Bishop
November 2 - online only
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The Investiture of the next Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church will be on November 2. He has boldly chosen to hold a scaled-down service in the small chapel of the church’s headquarters at 815 Second Avenue in New York City instead of a grand service at the Washington National Cathedral. The Chapel of Christ the Lord seats 129.
The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe, the next Presiding Bishop, begins his ministry by calling the church to live into the existential changes taking place in the church. He is demonstrating the need for change by choosing to hold his installation in a way that conserves financial and environmental resources. In the spirit of hope, we can expect his term of service to continue with radical changes to how we operate and live out our ministries so that we might best serve our Lord.
You are invited to participate in his installation service through cyberspace. The service will be live-streamed on the Episcopal Church website and on the Episcopal Church's Facebook page. A “roll call” of Dioceses begins at 9:30, and the service starts at 11:00. You can find all the information you need to participate at https://www.episcopalchurch.org/investiture/.
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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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Everybody Upstairs This 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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Adult Forum
Reading the Bible Literately,
not Literally
This Sunday: September 22 — John Gregory will consider the Book of Lamentations
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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Parents in Conversation
Clark Room, 9:30
This more social, discussion-based class is open to anyone but is particularly created with parents in mind. Over the years in this space, we’ve talked about issues like anxiety, cell phones and social media, the enneagram and parenting, the bad parents of the book of Genesis, and more! If you prefer a class that is more conversational, this might be the space for you. Here’s what our calendar is going to look like for the next several weeks:
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Sept 22 Parents in Conversation (with Scott White)
Sept 29 Preview of “The Lie That Caused Racism” with Beth Chestnut
Oct 6 Trinity Connect
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Enter Only on Church Street at 10:45
During the 10:45 service there will be one entrance only into the entire Trinity Church campus, the main gate entrance on Church Street. At 10:45 the office doors and the door leading to the Tuton Hall stairway will automatically lock. Reducing access points while most of us are occupied in the church is a high level recommendation for enhancing overall security during that time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Door leading to
Tuton Hall
locked at 10:45
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Office Entry
Next to playground
locked at 10:45
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Church Street
Courtyard Entrance
always open
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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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Red Bag Sunday for Church of the Advocate
Pick up an empty red bag on October 6 to be filled and returned on October 13. We will be collecting men's shoes; new or gently used but no dress shoes. You may also choose other items, socks, and men's t-shirts and underwear.
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Blessing of the Animals
Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 6, at 2 in the Chapel Courtyard. Bring your animals (any and all) to the courtyard on Aston Street for this brief and uplifting service always held on a Sunday close to St. Francis Day.
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Trinity Connect
October 6 - 9:30 - Conference Room
This one-off class allows all those new to Trinity to learn more about the church. We’ll review our history, worship, engagement with our neighborhood and city, and finances, and we'll have time for any questions. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet some of Trinity’s staff.
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a developing men’s group at Trinity and will hold a social event for all men in the parish from 6-8 on Thursday, October 10 at the home of the Rev. Bob Zito. There will be food, drink, and fellowship. Come and get to know others. We will discuss the Brotherhood, future events, and potential opportunities for service. Text the word “Brotherhood” (capital B) to 828-501-0377 for an easy RSVP sign up to let us know you plan to attend.
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Other Opportunities of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew will meet October 6 at 9:30 in the Conference Room.
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is also planning a monthly, informal social on the last Thursday of the month at 5:30. We will meet this coming Thursday, the 24th at Hillman Beer on Sweeten Creek Road. No RSVP necessary. See you there.
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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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Creation Corner
It’s almost St. Francis Day! Good News Gardens (a ministry of the Episcopal Church) invites you to an online gathering with Brother Clark Berge, a member of the Society of St. Francis, who will share about Franciscan wisdom and spirituality as it relates to agrarian ministry. This event (Sept 24 at 7pm EST) is free: register here.
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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
The Rector’s Bible Study meets by Zoom each Thursday evening 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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Fall Book Club with Amy
You’re invited to join Rev. Amy for a three-part book club this fall discussing Defiant:What the Women of Exodus Teach Us about Freedom by Kelley Nikondeha. We’ll meet in the Clark Room Oct 20, Nov 17, and Dec 15 from 4-5:15. If you have questions, or to be added to the email list, get in touch with Amy (amy@trinityasheville.org).
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Next Adult Forum at 9:30 on October 6
St. Francis for Today with Tim Fotinos. In honor of St. Francis, who had a special relationship with the natural world, today we’ll hear from Tim Fotinos about his work with the Blue Ridge Parkway. Tim is an Ecologist and Data Scientist with the National Park Service’s Inventory and Monitoring Program. He is based at the Blue Ridge Parkway but works with NPS units across the southern Appalachian region.
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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 monthly 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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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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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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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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Handbell Choir
The Trinity Handbell Choir resumed rehearsals on Monday, September 9th, and will continue rehearsing on Mondays from 4:30-5:30 PM. The ensemble rings periodically at 10:45 AM Worship on Sunday mornings, and for special events throughout the year. Some knowledge of music reading is a requirement to join, but beyond that, all are welcome! Contact Dr. Kevin Seal at kevin@trinityasheville.org or by phone at the church offices for more details.
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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: Rylan Carpenter, Barbie Donar, Bonnie Parker,
Nancy Ackermann Cole, Robert & Patricia 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: Jill Millar, Jack Peterson, Mary Anne Warlick, Scott Haberkorn, Caroline Hardy, Trey Inman III, Sherri Morrison, Mary Tepper, Catty Andry, Jeff Covington IV, Jack Cross,
Dylan Kabler, Maxwell Kabler, John Kramp, Marshall Ragaller, Evelyn Sharpe, Jeff Fallis,
Collin McCormick, Adam Smith, Beverly Brock, James Denzler, Max Markish, Haig Rudd,
Emily Moss, Gus Sims, James Bradley, Jackie Craig, Sandra Rawlings
ANNIVERSARIES THIS WEEK Carter & Beverly Bagley, Stephen & Robin Seal,
Ryan & Andrea Markish, Pete & Jan Hildebrand, Kirk & Laura Simons, John & Barbara Panarites
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