Apalachicola, Florida.........................................................January 11, 2019
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Happy New Year & Epiphany Blessings!
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We have just finished the season of Christmastide, the twelve days after Christmas leading up to the Feast of the Epiphany. On January 6 we celebrated what was known in an earlier time as the Festival of Light. This is the time we recognize and celebrate the brightness of the star that led the wise men to the Baby Jesus’ birthplace, the birthplace of tremendous hope. Today, 2000 years later, we too, follow the star of Jesus looking for light to shine into our lives. Jesus lights our way when the winter darkness is too much. The star of Jesus shines light on our troubles when they overwhelm us and we can’t see the trees through the forest. Trust Him.
This is one of my favorite seasons of the year because of what it represents, the light of Christ, growth for future life, and new beginnings. For this reason, we will continue using the white altar hangings to remind ourselves that this is a special time of light. I share this poem with you from one of my favorite poets. May peace and light always be your way.
-- Donna+
Magi came, asking, “Where is the child?”
—Matthew 2.1-2
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I will be your wise one,
led by wisdom and discernment,
your star, not mine.
I am a sovereign of my own choices,
among your royal priesthood.
I offer you my power.
You are the star I follow,
with my eye on your light
every day.
I am always seeking,
never too complacent to ask,
to observe, to discern, to wonder,
looking for your light in this world,
in those I meet,
in my own dark sky.
I am not deterred by weariness,
the unknown, the strangeness,
the settledness of others.
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I seek the child, the tender,
the hope, the small
amid the strong and violent.
I bear valuable gifts. This is the reason
I am in this world. I kneel
and offer treasure, every day.
I know my quest threatens
the powers of might, and I am not afraid,
and do not collude with them.
I am not afraid to find another road,
always seeking, open to the new.
Lead me.
Steve Garnaas-Holmes
Unfolding Light
www.unfoldinglight.net
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Scout Troop 347 Annual Chicken & Butt Roast
Our own Bill Van Der Tulip is doing some serious roasting so that we can enjoy chickens and butts on Super Bowl Sunday. Get your tickets at the church office, then pick up your order on Sunday, February 3, 2-4 pm in Benedict Hall.
The event is sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 347, with all proceeds dedicated to helping a scout in scouting.
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Coming Up:
Saturday, Jan. 12
Presiding Bishop, The Right Reverend
Michael B. Curry
3-5 pm - St. James Episcopal Church,
Port St. Joe
Monday, Jan. 14
ECW Annual Luncheon
12:15 pm - Benedict Hall
Sunday, Jan. 20
Bishop Russell Kendrick
9:15-10 am - Forum in Benedict Hall,
followed by 10:30 service
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Help for Big Bend Hospice!
Trinity's Outreach Committee is calling on all of us to help the Big Bend Hospice during January & February, by contributing containers of Boost or Ensure.
Big Bend Hospice, our hometown nonprofit celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, provides compassionate care to individuals with a life-limiting illness, comfort to their families, and emotional support to anyone who has lost a loved one. Many hospice patients at the end of life rely solely on Boost or Ensure for their nutritional needs. Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance do not cover the cost for the supplemental nutrition.
Just leave your donations in the food wagon inside the front door of the Church. For more information, contact Dee Crusoe at 850-545-1922.
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SAVE THE DATE!
May 3-5, 2019
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2019 Historic Apalachicola
Home and Garden Tour
Presented by Trinity Episcopal Church
Tickets / Information
Proceeds from the Historic Apalachicola Home
and Garden Tour are used to maintain and
preserve Trinity’s historic structures.
850-653-9550
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Little Family Heading to Guam
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We will soon have to say goodbye to Jeff and Christene Little and all of the “little” Littles- Mady, Sophia, Ella and John. Jeff is being deployed to Guam for a 3-year tour of duty, and the family will join him. What an exciting adventure for all of them, but such a loss for Trinity. It has been a joy to have them as part of church community, and we will miss all of their smiling faces. We wish them all the best in their new home and know that God’s blessings will follow them.
PS- If you know of anyone looking for a camper/fifth wheel, please contact Jeff at [email protected]. It not something they can take with them to Guam!
-- Rennie
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January Events
at Holy Family Senior Center
- Monday, Jan 14, 12 noon - 2 pm -- Art with Sandi Little
- Tuesday, Jan 15, 12 noon - 1 pm -- Games with Debbie Wharton
- Wednesday, Jan 16, 12 noon - 1:30 pm -- Express Yourself Through Dance with DJ Gina
- Friday, Jan 17, 11 am - 1:30 pm -- Lunchtime Bingo with Annie Austin
Sponsored by ECCC (Elder Care Community Council) of Franklin County
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January 2019
If you have a conflict, please get someone to cover for you
and call the office with the changes.
January 13
January 20
Acolyte: 10:30 – Paul McAbee Acolyte: 10:30-Debbie Flowers
Lectors: P. McCartney & D. Crusoe Lectors: J. Anderson & HD Cannington
Prayers: Ralph Wagoner Prayers: C.T. Ponder
Greeters: A. Dolan & Lee Bettis Greeters: Ralph & Susie Wagoner
Chalice: John & Dee Crusoe Chalice: G. Austin & C. Springer
Healing: Kristin Anderson Healing: Kristin Anderson
Flowers: De Crusoe Flowers: Wesley Chesnut
Altar Guild: R. Edwards & P. Hawkins Altar Guild: R. Edwards & P. Hawkins
Hospitality: Choir Hospitality: EfM
January 27
Acolyte: 10:30-
Bill & Fisher Van Der Tuip
Lectors: D. McLain & G. Rudo
Prayers: Susan Galloway
Greeters:
Chalice: B. Jones & S. Wagoner
Healing: Kristin Anderson
Flowers: Evie Bettis
Altar Guild: R. Edwards & P. Hawkins
Hospitality: Outback Bible Study
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Sunday Services are 8 am & 10:30 am, Eastern time
Church address: 79 6th Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320
Office address: 76 5th Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320
Mailing address: PO Box 667, Apalachicola, Florida 32329
Phone number: (850) 653-9550
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