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When The Day Of Pentecost Had Come
This Sunday is the Feast of Pentecost. If you’re looking for a festive addition to the day, we encourage you to wear something red. Pentecost celebrates the day when the people of God received the gift of the Holy Spirit, the power of God for living on this side of the kingdom, until the kingdom comes in full. The Spirit is said to have descended upon the disciples like “tongues of fire.” I don’t know about you, but I need a power not of my own creation to carry me through this life. Left to my own strength, I would be a pitiful thing. Yet, perhaps the true miracle of Pentecost is that the Spirit lands on EVERYONE.
So, wear something red on Sunday as we give thanks for the gift of the Spirit and for the power of God to provide us just what we need, when we need it, for living in these days.
By Grace,
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Summer Schedule Begins
10:45 service moves to 10:00
Our summer schedule begins this Sunday with our 10:45 service moving to 10:00. Our 8:00 and 5:30 services continue as usual. Our children participate in “Come Join the Circle” from 9:50 until they join their parents in the church for Eucharist. From 9 to 9:45, our Adult Formation is “The Word for Today” in the Conference Room. It’s a discussion of the Sunday Bible readings over breakfast. Grab breakfast in Tuton Hall and bring it to the conference room, where we’ll eat and discuss.
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Summer Sunday Program for Children
“Come Join the Circle” is the children’s summer program for 3-year-olds through 2nd grade. During the summer, our regular formation classes go on hiatus, and we pivot to a different, more active, and more engaging approach, incorporating cool treats and more playtime, all centered around our summer theme. Our theme this summer is “Feasts and Saints.” Join us to learn about special feast days and saints in our church calendar. We meet at 9:45 in the Undercroft. Older children (3rd-5th grades) are welcome to come as helpers.
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Being Good Stewards
We are working diligently to be good stewards of our resources, including the responsible use of paper and printing. All the information in The Sunday Times is sent in our Friday email, which is posted on our website at the “This Week at Trinity” tab. Some of the notices we print in the Sunday Times are more detailed in this email and on the website
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From destruction comes hope
Byron Ellen Shaw made the cross at the front of the church from debris from the River Arts District after Hurricane Helene and represents our hope that through Jesus, all things are being made new.
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Adult Forum
June 8 - August 17 - 9:00-9:45
The Word for Today
in the Conference Room & Zoom
The Word for Today is an adult study of the day’s scripture readings, led by clergy and other Trinitarians. Grab your breakfast in Tuton Hall and join the group in the Conference Room. We will eat and study simultaneously in person and on Zoom.
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New podcast!
Thanks to parishioner Karen Marie Frederiksen for helping us re-launch our church podcast. You can subscribe to 60 Church Street wherever you listen to podcasts, and weekly sermon audio and occasional other treats will show up in your feed.
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A.R.M.
The Appalachian Regional Ministry (ARM) will make its monthly trip to Graham County this Wednesday, June 11. For more information, please refer to the last page.
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Celebration for Beth
On Sunday, June 15, we will celebrate Beth Chestnut and twenty-four years at Trinity. A festive reception will follow the 10:00a service in Tuton Hall. Come and wish Beth Chesnut a happy retirement and a new, exciting life ahead.
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Trinity Choir to Present a Bach Vespers Service to Celebrate
Trinity Sunday
Sunday, June 15th is Trinity Sunday, which is not only an important liturgical celebration, but also the namesake feast day of our parish! In addition to our Sunday morning worship celebrations, our Chancel Choir is proud to present a special Bach Cantata Vespers service at 5:30 PM, featuring a performance of J. S. Bach’s BWV 105 cantata, “Herr, gehe nicht ins Gericht,” with a professional orchestra. Soloists will be our very own section leaders, and Dr. Kevin Seal will lead the performance. This service will take the place of the usual Celtic Eucharist.
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Worship
Each Sunday during the summer, we celebrate the Eucharist at 8:00 and 10:00. Breakfast is served from 9:00 to 9:30, Christian Formation takes place from 9:00 to 9:45, and our Nursery is open from 9:00 to 11:30. We host a coffee hour after the 10:00 service in the Church Street Courtyard.
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Additional Parking
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. Please leave parking closest to the church for those with difficulty walking.
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Entrance for Worship
During the 10:00 service, there is only one entrance into the Trinity Church campus, the main gate entrance on Church Street. At 10:00, the office doors and doors leading to the Tuton Hall stairway will automatically lock. Reducing access points while most of us are occupied in the church is a highly recommended way to enhance overall security. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Trinity Gets Some Needed Care
Trinity has begun work strengthening the physical infrastructure of our buildings. Every effort will be made to reduce or prevent conflict with the church’s ongoing activities. But if you see or hear workers in or around the buildings, it is in light of our long term effort to preserve and protect our wonderful church campus for years to come.
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Creation Care Corner
Microplastics are everywhere — in our air, soil, water, food, and even within the human brain — and we’re only beginning to understand the repercussions. A new study reveals that microplastics are inhibiting photosynthesis in plants, including key food crops, as well as seaweed and algae. (That’s terrible news when you consider the studies showing that the global increase in temperature is already leading to lower crop yields.) Here are some ways you can avoid ingesting or creating microplastics:
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- Buy clothing made from natural fibers, such as cotton and linen. Polyester fabric releases microplastics into the water system when laundered.
- Choose glass over plastic, every time, and never heat food or liquids in plastic containers in the microwave.
- Replace plastic cutting boards with wood.
- Avoid single-use plastic water bottles.
- Refuse acrylic nails.
- Trade bottled shampoo for bar shampoo
Which change will you choose to incorporate into your life this week?
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Calling all crafters - Last day
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint, or do fiber arts or handicrafts of any kind, join The Needlers! We will meet once more – June 8 at 4pm in the Clark Room – before breaking for the summer. Contact Lorrie Weeks or Rev. Amy for more information.
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Trinity Communcations Dir.
Trinity is hiring a full-time Director of Communications to lead and implement a comprehensive communications strategy. This role is pivotal in conveying the church's mission, nurturing community engagement, and enhancing visibility through compelling storytelling across various platforms. For more information and application instructions, please click here.
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Rector's and Women’s Bible Studies
are on hiatus for the Summer.
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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 and continues until the end of the 10:45 service.
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GODLY PLAY & CHILDREN'S HOUR
will resume in the Fall. (see "Come Join the Circle" at the top of this newsletter.)
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Middle School and High School classes
will resume in the Fall.
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Cherub Choir, Youth Choir, and Handbells
will resume in the Fall.
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Chalice bearer training for Youth on June 22 at 11:00.
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2nd Chapter Book Group
The 2nd Chapter Book Group is a traditional ladies’ group that meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 10:00 in the Clark Room. Dates for 2025: Apr 10, June 12, Aug 14, Oct 9, and Dec 11. Jun 12 All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley (Lynn Marie Kramp, leader), Aug 14 Theo of Golden by Allen Levi (Nancy Dexter, leader), and Oct 9 The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd (Barbara Setzer, leader). For more information, please contact Barbara Fotinos at bfotinos@gmail.com.
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Caregivers' Support 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. We share challenges and experiences. Dr. Corkie Morrill is a retired gereopsychologist, and Peggy Buchanan is a retired Deacon and nurse. They facilitate the group. Corkie Morrill 828-684-3972, corkiemorrill@charter.net.
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Becoming Beloved Book Club (Wednesday evenings)
Facilitators Sharon Lechner and Page McCorkle invite you to the Becoming Beloved Community book group. Members discuss the intersection of social and environmental justice with the dominant culture of white supremacy. This group is currently on hiatus. Email pageconnermccorkle@gmail.com with questions.
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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 by clicking the link on the website homepage or Stories That Matter | Trinity Episcopal. Please email Nanette Popa (nanette@trinityasheville.org) to share your story.
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Volunteer
Check out Trinity’s website to learn more about opportunities to serve the church and world.
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Trinity Cooking Team for Transformation Village
Trinity has a team that cooks for Transformation Village, a ministry of ABCCM that provides up to 100 beds for homeless women, mothers, children, and veterans. We need up to ten volunteers. Contact Debbie Cox to let her know you’d like to help:
debbie@trinityasheville.org.
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ABCCM
ABCCM is a significant ministry in our community; our Rector is on the board, and there are many opportunities to volunteer. Explore those opportunities here.
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Office Volunteer
Many of our regular volunteers are out of town. If you are able to volunteer at the Trinity office, please contact Ken Wilson at ken@trinityasheville.org.
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Lake Logan
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) or Fred Fairhead (fredfairhead@att.net) to learn about volunteering for hurricane clean up work.
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A.R.M.
The Appalachian Regional Ministry (ARM) 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.
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Can You Beat an Egg?
Help cook and serve breakfast from 8:00 to 9:30 on Sundays. Paul Hatfield and Debbie Cox do 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.
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Church of the Advocate
Every Sunday after the 10:45 service, the Church of the Advocate can use your help to serve a meal to the unhoused community. No cooking skill is needed—contact the Rev. Mike Reardon at mreardon@reddooravl.org.
| | You can donate to Trinity however is convenient for you. Our address is 60 Church Street, Asheville, NC, 28801. Text “trinityavl” to 73256. You can also use the “Give” button on our website. Thank you. | | Trinity Clergy, Staff, and Vestry | | |
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: Marty Boone, Molly Gray, Dave Hensley, Laurie Hamilton,
Bill Fowler, Jane Clark, Mark Stephens, Carol MacRae, Carol Jacobson,
Cissie Stevens, Mary Downward, Tonya Fotinos, Carolyn Powell,
Ann McCullough, Ann Gregory-Bjorkland, Tommy Myer, Wes Kihlmire
Homebound Parishioners & Those in Healthcare Facilities:
George Ahrens, Peggy Swicegood, 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: Amy Peterson, Mike Reardon, Amy Kelso, Susie Schroeder, Gerald Bailey, Kay McCann, Kayla Randall, Ann Skoglund, Edward Snyder, John Minks, Frida Vassallo, Jodi Antinori, Rich Apolinar, Andrew Davis, Joe Ebner, Austin Guzy
Anniversaries:
Chris & Meredith Decker, Kevin & Carolyn Katechis, John & Luba Barnhardt,
Tom & Allison Mainolfi, Erin Grey & Matt Storey, Sarah & Matt Hamilton, Art & Lori Garst, Tom & Marque Goodrich, Doug & Bonnie Scothorn, David & Ann Bottomy,
Leslie & Daniel Casse, Roger & Nancy Dexter, Bill & Jan Dockendorf,
Joe & Frances Sechler, Frank & Cheri Taylor
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