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A Message from our Treasurer - Noel Bellesheim
Stewardship: Please send in your pledge cards as soon as each parishioner has made prayerful decisions. There are several ways:
1. Electronic is preferred.
2. Paper pledge cards can be either mailed to the church, put in the box outside the office or in the collection plate on Sundays.
After receipt, the parishioner will receive a Thank you card confirming your pledge.
Please speak with Noel Bellesheim or any vestry member with any questions.
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Stephen Ministry Survey
The Stephen Ministry Leaders Team here at Trinity, Newtown, is surveying the parish to gauge the success of current groups and to inquire about your interest in forming other groups. Please click here to complete this. It’ll take no more than 5-10 minutes to complete. Thanks!
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Marking the Ordination of Women
July 29, 2024, marked 50 years since the ordination of eleven Episcopal women priests in Philadelphia, PA. A few months later, on November 10, 1974, one of the "Philadelphia 11" presided at communion in Washington DC and became the first woman in the denomination to publicly celebrate the Eucharist. These momentous events are documented in a new film, The Philadelphia Eleven.
To honor these events and the people who made them possible, Trinity will host a virtual screening of The Philadelphia Eleven on Sunday, November 10, at 3:00 PM EST. The film runs 90 minutes. Click here to create an account with the Kinema hosting platform and then watch the film. Feel free to share this link with family and friends.
This film might be especially meaningful for younger people who've never known a world without women in positions of leadership both within and beyond the Church. It can be an encouragement to us all that what once was deemed impossible can indeed become "normal."
Contact Lisa Mages at 202-469-2568 with questions.
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Drive up food drive for the Little Pantry on Nov 17th from 11-2
Trinity Episcopal Church is having a food drive to benefit the Little Pantry, a stand-alone structure in the parking lot of Trinity Church. They collect non-perishable items to serve those in need in the community. They depend on donations from the community and other supporters.The Little Pantry serves as a supplement to Faith Food Pantry.
Anytime between 11-2pm, on Nov 17, drive into the Trinity parking lot, from Churchhill Road and leave your non-parishable items with our youth collectors.
The most needed items are:
Canned legumes,
Stew and chili.
Ready to eat meals
Canned chicken
Boxes of flavored oatmeal.
Pasta sauce
Grocery Gift cards are welcome
You are also welcome to come anytime and leave donations in the pantry.
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Our neighbors at Newtown Congregational Church invite us to the next screening in their "Thoughtful Films" series. Friday, Nov. 15, brings "The Social Dilemma," in the NCC Great Room (enter through the West Street door). Optional dinner from 5:30-6:30, film at 6:30 pm, and a lively discussion to follow. Bring your friends and youth to watch, discuss, and share your views.
This 2020 docudrama offers an inside view of how social media manipulates our interests to make money. Insights from former media employees alongside dramatic interpretations reveal how social media affects us. Is the film controversial? Yes! Many companies have disagreed with its perspective.
If you'd like to order a sandwich for dinner, call Katherine Simpson at 734-645-6909 or go to https://bityl.co/SOf7 no later than Thursday, Nov. 14. Sandwiches are $6.50 each and you can pay in cash or check at the event. Beverages, salad, and light dessert are available for everyone. You may also bring your dinner or eat before arriving.
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Can you imagine going to work or school in dirty clothes? Can you imagine not being able to afford a trip to the laundromat? For us, this is probably not our reality. But for a number of the underserved and homeless in Danbury it is their reality. LL of Greater Danbury combines the donations of founding organizations (such as Trinity), granting organizations and individuals to provide regular access to a laundromat We recognize that clean clothes matter for human dignity
Should you wish to make a donation to LL, please mail a check to First Congregational Church of Ridgefield (FCC), 103 Main Street,
Ridgefield, Ct 06877. The memo line should read LLGD. You may also donate through Venmo.
Thank you.
Click here to read the annual report.
Reach out to Carol Bigman with questions.
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Normally in this part of the fall, we’re a little chilly as we arrive at choir rehearsal on Thursday evenings, but not this week! These 80-degree days surely don’t remind us that Advent is only 24 days away!
The choir is working on some great music for the Thanksgiving season, and we are well into Advent and Christmas music as well. If you’ve ever been curious about singing in the choir, now would be a great time to jump in! We have some exciting music planned, including a Handel Messiah Sunday, serving as the Angel Choir in the Church School Nativity Pageant, and, of course, our Christmas Eve musical prelude.
I always say, the choir has the best seats in the house (of God). We serve through music, and we have a ton of fun in the process. Come and join us this season!
In Christ,
Jennifer
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Believe it or not our Christmas Pageant is just around the corner! If your child is interested in being part of this beloved event in the church please fill out a registration form by this Sunday, 11/10. Registration forms available from Miss Frances.
Coming Soon - Yoga Session for Families!!
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In a few weeks, Trinity will be offering a yoga session for families! Our very own Erin Lutz will lead this all-ages class in the Johnson Room after worship. No need to wear special clothes or bring a yoga mat. Also, be sure to check out the new "Self-Care for Families" bulletin board outside the Glover Community Room. You'll find some tips on how to lower the level of stress and anxiety you may be feeling as a parent, as well as ideas for some family activities that foster quality time together..
Upcoming Events:
Sunday, 11/10, Christmas Pageant Sign Ups due
Sunday, 11/24, Yoga for Families
Sunday, 12/1, Christmas cookie decorating during coffee hour
Sunday, 12/8, Pageant dress rehearsal following worship service
Sunday, 12/15, Christmas Pageant during worship service
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The 2025 NEWS crew is established! Local students are headed to work with the Maine Seacoast Mission in June. To support the trip, please purchase a large, festive 3-potted poinsettia plant in red or white by 11/29 for $32! Delivery 12/07!
If you have any other questions feel free to contact Jane or Tara.
Thank you for your support.
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Christian Yoga
Join Christian Yoga class on alternating Tuesdays at 7 pm for an hour of movement incorporating prayer and scripture. This is a great way to connect to yourself, with others and with God. The next sessions will be held on 11/12 and 11/26. All are welcome!
Free will offering is completely voluntary.
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Weekly Happenings
Trinity's nursery is open every Sunday from 9:15 - 11:15, and is professionally staffed by Wee Care Nanny Agency. Click here to review the nursery guidelines.
Trinity's Grief Support Group runs every first and third Thursday of the month from 4-5:15pm, and is open to all.
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New Process for Vouchers
Thank you to all of you who have seamlessly transitioned over to the new system - it is such a pleasure to be working with Lori Rohrbacher again!
Vouchers can now be submitted virtually. There is a new page on Trinity's website (Vouchers). Please use this online form as a way to submit vouchers. If you need help learning this new system, please contact Kim.
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Praise and Thanksgiving
For those requesting our prayers
Maureen, Janet, Rick, Marie, Jennifer, Joyce, Jacky, Gail, Alveta, Bode, Gracie, Martha, Daniel, Shirley, Dan, Barbara, Lucille, Caroline, Eric, Brent, Paula, Karen, Judy, Patricia, Kathy, Joan, Bill, Hayley, Donna, Carol.
For those celebrating a birthday this week
Peter Anderau, Alveta Decker, Glenda Strother, Marcia DeBrock, Ed Wojtowicz
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