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Trinity Episcopal Church
The Corner
Trinity's newsletter for the week of December 31, 2023
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- Music sparkles in Christmas worship
- Stewardship: It's time to pledge, stand for Vestry
- Mother Jenn: What it means for the Word to become flesh
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Services on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. | |
Some of our youngest members, and some not quite so young, helped to announce the glad tidings to all with their pageant. | |
The candlelight service of Holy Eucharist at 10:30 p.m. was filled with joyful music by the choir and organ, in addition to harp and vocal solos. | |
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Mother Jenn: Listening for the Word Made Flesh
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Merry Christmas to all of you! I hope that this season brings you the opportunity both to proclaim the good news of Christ’s coming to us and to ponder the meaning of the season in your hearts. Christmas is also the season to live into the words of the Magnificat. I am thankful for the many outreach ministries in which Trinitarians participate. The world needs your generous and loving hearts. Giving to others is a spiritual discipline which reminds us whose we are! If you are inclined to make New Year’s resolutions, perhaps this is the year to resolve to lift up the powerless and the poor.
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This coming Sunday we will be exploring the meaning of the Word becoming flesh and dwelling among us. What does it mean that the Word became flesh, speaking to us directly?
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We are still looking forward to more nominations for Vestry, Endowment Board, and Convention delegates. All of these positions are critical for the health of Trinity. If you aren’t sure about whether or not you bring the right gifts to one of these positions, please come talk with me. It is important that we have diverse voices in the Vestry, Endowment Board, and at Convocation and Convention.
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Finally, there is still time to turn in your pledge cards before we finalize the budget. We are working toward a balanced budget, and that can only happen if we know the pledging landscape in advance. Please prayerfully consider turning in your pledge card, if you haven’t already.
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May all the blessings of the season be yours!
—Mother Jenn+
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When the song of the angels is stilled,
when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home,
when the shepherds are back with their flocks,
the work of Christmas begins:
to find the lost,
to heal the broken,
to feed the hungry,
to release the prisoner
to rebuild the nations,
to bring peace among the people,
to make music in the heart.
—Howard Thurman
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Stewardship Campaign 2023: Where We Are
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As of Dec. 18, 92 pledge cards have been received, and a total of $311,852 has been pledged. Last year a total of 111 pledge cards were received, and a total of $309,843 was pledged. If you have not completed a pledge card, it’s not too late. You can click the following link to make a gift and indicate if the gift is recurring.
https://secure.myvanco.com/YJNV/campaign/C-YSGX
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Pledge cards are available in the pews. You can fill out a card and place it in the offering plate.
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You can also call the church office, 785-843-6166, and ask for a pledge card to be sent to you.
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The Vestry is now in the process of planning Trinity’s 2024 budget. By completing and returning a pledge card, you are helping the Vestry with information they need to make important decisions.
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Thank you to everyone who has made their pledge.
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Nominations Now Being Accepted for Vestry, Endowment Board, and Convention Delegates
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Nominations are now being accepted for the Vestry, the Endowment Board, and Convention delegates. If you are interested in serving in any of these positions, please call the office at 785-843-6166 and provide your contact information. You will hear back from either Mother Jenn, Senior Warden Betsi Anderson, or Junior Warden Donna Griffin. Applications need to be submitted by Jan. 1, 2024.
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Epiphany Party Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024
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Socializing at 5:30 p.m.
Dinner at 6 p.m. featuring
- Tangerian couscous (vegetarian and gluten-free available)
- Baklava for dessert
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Dancing begins at 7 p.m.
Something new this year: Music will be provided by The Jazz Hawks Big Band.
Bring friends, bring relatives, bring people you meet.
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Thursday, December 28
10:00 a.m. – Trinity Treasures
5:00 p.m. – Band Practice
Friday, December 29
OFFICE CLOSED
6:00 a.m. – Pump 'n' Pray
6:00 p.m. – AA meeting
7:30 p.m. – NA meeting
Saturday, December 30
9:00 a.m. – Library committee
10:00 a.m. – Food Pantry
6:30 p.m. – NA meeting
8:00 p.m. – AA meeting
Sunday, December 31
8:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist: Rite One
8:45 a.m. – Coffee Hour
10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist: Rite Two – Children's Sunday School and Nursery – also on livestream
11:30 a.m. – Coffee Hour
12:00 p.m. – Choristers practice
Monday, January 1, 2024
OFFICE CLOSED
6:00 a.m. – Pump 'n' Pray
Tuesday, January 2
1:00 p.m. – Food Pantry
5:30 p.m. – Anchor Women
6:00 p.m. – Dinner at Canterbury House
Wednesday, January 3
6:00 a.m. – Pump 'n' Pray
10:30 a.m. – Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study
4:00 p.m. – Friendship Circle
5:30 p.m. – Dinner at Trinity – Parish Hall
6:30 p.m. – Wednesday Evening Prayer – Parish Hall and livestream
Thursday, January 4
10:00 a.m. – Trinity Treasures
Friday, January 5
OFFICE CLOSED
6:00 a.m. – Pump 'n' Pray
6:00 p.m. – AA meeting
7:30 p.m. – NA meeting
Saturday, January 6, 2024
9:00 a.m. – Library committee
10:00 a.m. – Food Pantry
5:30 p.m. – Epiphany Party
6:30 p.m. – NA meeting
8:00 p.m. – AA meeting
Sunday, January 7
8:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist: Rite One
8:45 a.m. – Coffee Hour
10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist: Rite Two – Children's Sunday School and Nursery – also on livestream
11:30 a.m. – Coffee Hour
12:00 p.m. – Choristers practice
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Nominations for Vestry, Endowment Board, and Convention Delegates — Jan. 1
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Miqra — Jan. 13-15
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L.I.N.K. — Jan. 16
Discretionary Sunday — Jan. 21
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How May We Pray for You?
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The Prayer Chain prays daily for those who are ill, suffering or troubled; who have died; or who wish to offer praise and thanksgivings. Prayer Chain members find that their own private prayer life with God also deepens during this daily practice.
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To add a person’s name to the prayer list or to become a Prayer Chain member, please call the parish office at 785-843-6166, or email: [email protected].
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We pray for those who need healing: Dave, Ed, Brian, Karsyn, Jeff, Stacey, Linda, Lindsay, Charles, David, Luke, Terri, Annie, Polly, Kane, Don, Joanna, Bob, Amy, Sandee, Dennes, Jan, Diane, Leonora, Andrea, Tony, Michael, Tuesday, Susie, Sidney, Matthew, Debbie, Pablo, Lisa, Betty
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We pray for those with special intentions: the Silvestri Family, Adam, the Ryan family, Dana, Nancy, Laura, Celeste, Victims of Tornadoes in Tennessee
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We pray for the departed: Shane Wade, Jerome Hanson, Laura Lynch
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We would like to know about hospitalizations, illnesses or special needs you are experiencing. Please call Deacon Deborah Burns, the Church office, or a Vestry member so that we can help.
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Pastoral Care Team
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The Pastoral Care Team is ready to serve you.
- Do you need prayer, a ride, a meal, or just some company?
- Would you like to receive Holy Communion in your home?
You can call the church office, 785-843-6166, to let us know how we can help, or send an email to [email protected] with your confidential request.
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We are eager to offer compassionate, confidential help, so please give us a call.
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Miqra Is Happening Soon — Register Now
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Here's what the youth are saying about Miqra:
- It is a lot of fun and there is so much to experience!
- I know it might sound weird to read the Bible, but that is only a fraction of what we do. We sing, dance, play games, and the food is amazing!
- We do a bunch of fun activities that help you create a deeper connection with your faith — while still being hands-on and crafting creatively!
- It is an event full of community, games, music, and faith.
- Miqra is a place of safety and community.
- Miqra is a fan-favorite!
- Some of my fondest memories are from youth events and I hope to share some with you!
- The people there are amazing!
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When: Saturday, January 13, 1 pm – Monday, January 15, 11 am, 2024. Students may choose to stay overnight or come just during the day.
Where: Grace Cathedral, Topeka
Who: Grades 6-12 (and college/adult volunteers!)
Fee: $60 (Scholarships available) — fee increases $15 after January 1
Register online: Available here
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TEST Tidbits: Prayer for the New Year
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The following was adapted from a prayer used at the COP27 Climate Summit by a group of Jesuits who are advocates for creation care.
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God of all blessings, the universe sings of your glory. Deepen our gratitude for all you have made and awaken in us a renewed commitment to care for your creation and for each other. Inspire our leaders with openness to listen to those most affected by climate change (and its unwelcome disasters). Give them courage to act urgently and wisely, so that our common home may be healed and restored and that all people, and the generations to come, may delight in this creation. Amen
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Earth Steward Action: May all of us, through the strength of the Holy Spirit, renew our personal commitment to caring for our earth.
Source: https://www.ecojesuit.com/cafod-prayers-for-cop27-and-intercessions-for-the-climate-and-our-common-home/
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See all TEST Tidbits here.
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Worship With Us
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Sunday, Dec. 31 — First Sunday after Christmas
- 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Rite One (spoken)
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10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Rite Two (with music, Sunday School, and Nursery) — Watch the service live — Bulletin
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Wednesday, Jan. 3
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View the complete lectionary readings at www.lectionarypage.net.
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The Rev. Jennifer Allen, Priest-in-Charge
Deborah Burns, Deacon • Stephen L. Segebrecht, Deacon • Rob Schwaller, Deacon
Office Hours 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Thursday — Phone 785-843-6166Email [email protected] — Facebook @TrinityLawrenceKS
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