Trinity Trumpeter | February 13, 2026

The Question That Changes Everything

As we prepare our hearts for the beginning of Lent, we enter into a sacred question that echoes through the Gospel of John and into our own lives: Who You Say I Am? Throughout this Lenten season, we will journey step by step through the final chapters of Jesus’ fulfillment of His purpose. Each week, we will encounter a different declaration revealed not only in His words, but in His actions, His suffering, and His victory.

We will see that He is Power as He calls Lazarus from the grave.

He is Humble as He kneels to wash His disciples’ feet.

He is Rejected and treated as a Threat, standing silent before accusation.

He is Condemned, though innocent.

He is King, even when crowned with thorns.

He is Thirsty, fully entering into human suffering.

He is the Lamb, giving Himself for the world.

And on Easter morning, He is Resurrection, calling us by name into new life.

This season invites us to slow down and look closely at who Jesus reveals Himself to be. But it also gently turns the question toward us. If this is who He is, then who are we because of Him? How does His power reshape our fear? How does His humility challenge our pride? How does His resurrection redefine our hope?

Lent is not simply a countdown to Easter. It is a walk through the tension, the sacrifice, and the love that makes Easter possible. As we mark our foreheads with ashes next week, we begin a journey of repentance, reflection, and renewal. May this season help us answer with greater clarity, greater surrender, and greater faith the question that changes everything:

Who do you say He is?

Rev. Christina Shaver

Senior Pastor

Lent Devotional: Grace Unfolding

This Lent, we invite you to journey together through Grace Unfolding, a devotional designed to help us slow down, reflect deeply, and open our hearts to the transforming work of God’s grace. Each day offers Scripture, reflection, and prayer to guide us as we walk toward the cross and the hope of Easter.

Throughout the season, we’ll also gather for a weekly “Rally Point” on Wednesdays after the worship service. This will be a time to connect, share insights, ask questions, and encourage one another as we move through the devotional together.

Whether you’ve observed Lent for years or this is your first time, there’s a place for you in this journey. Join us as we let grace unfold in us and among us this season.

Limited Printed copies will be on the Square One tables. There will be a sign up sheet if you'd like a printed copy or you can reply to this email and we'll get a copy printed for you. Below is the button to the digital link.

Grace Unfolding Digital Download

Basket of Blessings

2nd Annual Lenten Mission Project 2026

Because of your incredible generosity, last year’s Basket of Blessings was a HUGE success. Lives were touched. Families were encouraged. Joy was delivered. So this year… we’re going even bigger.

As we journey through Lent, we invite you to be part of our 2nd Annual Basket of Blessings mission project. Together, we will assemble and deliver Easter baskets filled with essentials, treats, and thoughtful items to bless our ministry partners: One Hopeful Place, Shelter House, our very own Trinity Preschool, and a few local schools.

Let’s flood our community with the hope of Christ this Easter season.

Donation Timeline

Donations begin: Sunday, February 22

Deadline for donations: Sunday, March 29

Basket Assembly: Wednesday, April 1 at 4:00 p.m.

Baskets will be delivered during Holy Week.

Donations may be dropped off during either Sunday worship service or at the Church Office throughout the week.

One Hopeful Place & Shelter House

Items Needed

Shampoo & Conditioner

Body Wash or Soap

Toothbrush & Toothpaste

Deodorant

Feminine Hygiene Products

Socks

Basic T-shirts

Meat Sticks (Beef Jerky)

Instant Noodles or Soups

Dried Fruits or Nuts

Hair Brushes

Makeup or Nail Polish

Instant Coffee

Individually Wrapped Candies

Baby Items

Diapers (Sizes 3–5)

Pull-ups

Baby Wipes

Preschool & Local Schools

Items Needed

Small Individual Bubbles

Small Coloring Books and Crayons

Individual Play-Doh

Individually Wrapped Candies (such as M&Ms)

Pencils

Notebooks

School Supplies

Mini Cereal Boxes

Microwave Mac & Cheese

Microwave Chef Boy R Dee

Ready to Go Foods (Non-Perishable)

Last year you showed up in a big way. This year, let’s bless even more families and shine even brighter.

Let’s fill baskets. Let’s share hope. Let’s make Easter unforgettable. 💛

AROUND THE CHURCH

Curious about Trinity UMC or thinking about taking the next step? Join us for Coffee With Christina! This is a relaxed, welcoming gathering for anyone interested in learning more about life at Trinity United Methodist Church.

Whether you’ve been attending for years or just recently started coming, this is a great chance to connect, ask questions, and hear more about where we’re headed together. We’ll meet Sunday, February 22 at 4:00 p.m. at Small Batches. Come enjoy good coffee (on us), meaningful conversation, and see if this next step might be for you. We’d love to have you there!

RSVP Today!

Starting Ash Wednesday, we’re making a special transition for the season of Lent. Our adult programming will shift from Bible study to a worship night following dinner. This will be a unique time of reflection and renewal, featuring:

Music to inspire your spirit
A brief homily to guide your reflection
An actionable takeaway to carry into your week

Youth and kids programming will continue as usual, and nursery care will still be provided—so the whole family can be part of this meaningful time together. Come for the food, stay for the fellowship, and leave refreshed for your week ahead!

Each week, we’ll continue serving a delicious meal before our evening programming. Here is a preview of the upcoming menu's:

February 18 - Mexican
February 25 - TBD (possibly stewy's)
March 4 - Potluck (Bring a dish or dessert to share)
March 11 - TBD (possibly wings)
March 18 - No Midweek Connect

If you have any questions please contact Makenzie Johnson at communications@trinityfwb.org

The Well: March Worship Night

Join us for a powerful night of worship as The Well gathers in the sanctuary to sing, seek God together, and hear a special message. This evening is all about creating space to refocus, be encouraged, and experience God’s presence in community. Come ready to worship—we can’t wait to gather together.

The Well other important dates:

Tuesday, March 10 - Worship Night @ Sanctuary - 6 p.m.

Tuesday, April 7 - Goofy Golf & Pink Coyote - 6 p.m.

Tuesday, May 12 - Worship Night @ Small Batches 6 p.m.

It is that time again… Time for Sign Up Sunday on February 15. This is your chance to sign up to serve on a Sunday morning as a greeter, host, communion server, audio/visual team, or on our much-needed kids ministry volunteer.

Just the Guys – February Hangout

Guys, it’s that time again! Our next Just the Guys Monthly Hangout is coming up, and you won’t want to miss it. Same vibe as always — good food, relaxed conversation, and a chance to hang out with other dudes who just get it.

Thursday, February 26

5:45 PM

Pallet Grill | Eglin Parkway

No agendas. No formalities. Just burgers, wings, soda, laughs, and a seat at the table. Whether this is your first time or your fifth, come as you are — bring a buddy or come solo, it’s all good.

Good food. Good dudes. Good times.

2026-2027 Trinity Preschool Registration is OPEN!

Preschool Registration is OPEN! Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year at Trinity United Methodist Preschool is now open for ages 2 through VPK.

We offer a hands-on, play-based program that nurtures the whole child—socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually—within a loving Christian environment.

Learn More

STUDENT MINISTRY

Volunteers Needed for The Challenge Weekend!

Challenge Weekend is coming up fast! We’re so excited to host 250 students and leaders from five different churches for Saturday morning worship—but we can’t do it without you.

We’re looking for volunteers to serve in the following areas:

Game set-up and breakdown: 8:00–9:45 a.m.
Room and hall monitors: 8:45–11:30 a.m.
Help direct students and keep things running smoothly throughout the building
Greeters: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Welcome students into worship and guide them to their small group rooms

If you’d like to serve our incredible students, please email:

Melissa Johnson at students@trinityfwb.org

MaKenzie Johnson at communications@trinityfwb.org

Volunteer Sign Up

NO YOUTH IN THE EVENING ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

FEBRUARY 22

Sunday, February 22 TSM will not meet. Rest up after Challenge Weekend and we will see you on Wednesday the 25th!

KIDS MINISTRY

Help Us Feed Gerald the Giraffe!

In Treehouse Worship, we’re teaching our kids about giving—and our favorite way to do that is by feeding Gerald the Giraffe each Sunday!

The kids LOVE dropping their coins in to help Gerald grow strong and tall. Sometimes we have new friends join us who didn’t know it was feeding time, and we want every child to have a chance to give.

If you have any spare change rattling around in your car, couch cushions, or junk drawer, Gerald would be very grateful!

You can drop off donations at the church office

Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Thanks for helping our kids learn generous hearts—one coin at a time!

Circle of Concern

Let us care and pray with you.

If you or someone you know needs prayers, please complete the Prayer Request form at our Square One tables. Below is a list of those we pray for this week; please join us in praying for those persons. Individuals are kept on the list for four weeks.

Tom Anderson

Jody Cline

Darren Cook

Rudolph Craft

Rupi Danlag

Betty Darden

*Donna Giovanini

*Jean & David Gray

*Harvey Hanson

*The Hale Family

*Linda Heller

*Don & Jodi Krueger

Royal Melvin

Harriet Peterson

Jim Pierson

*Joan Powell

*Pete Roake

Fiona Rodgers

*Brad & Karen Searle

Katy Tate & Family

*Sue Yetter

* = Church Member

Bold = New

If you or someone you know needs prayer, please complete the Prayer Request form below. The Circle of Concern list is updated and sent out biweekly via the Trumpeter, and individuals are on the list for four weeks. Please notify the church office if an individual needs to be on the list for more than four weeks. Circle of Concern inserts for Sunday services are printed on Thursday.

Prayer Requests