From the Book of Common Prayer Catechism (page 855)

Greetings to YOU -- one of the ministers of the Church! I love how the catechism mentions lay persons first when it outlines the list of "ministers of the Church." It's the lay-led groups that truly keep Trinity "ticking." I am so grateful for all the ways you represent Christ each and every day!

September 17 is Connect Sunday at Trinity. At 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Hall you're invited to explore how you're called to serve the Church. Ministry Groups will have displays describing their work. Representatives will be on-hand to introduce you to each group's mission and vision. I look forward to seeing you there!

On a personal note: I ask for your prayers as I embark on a new adventure this fall. Starting in August I will begin working on a master's degree at Brite Divinity School. This is in addition to my full-time work at Trinity. I appreciate your encouragement! I'm particularly excited by the propspect of studying the history of lay ministry and how it can be expanded to strengthen the Church that we all love so much.

~ Sarah Martinez, Director of Communications

Just for you: Resources to get ready for Sunday worship.

Please give a warm welcome to Sunday's guest preacher (all services): The Rev. Jacob Breeze. Learn more about Father Jacob below!

Youth Group meets on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. in the Basement. Come spruce up your space! We'll be assembling new furniture for the Youth Room. All students in 6th-12th grades are encouraged to drop by. Questions? Contact Tracy Miller, Director of Family Life.

Art of Theology: Theology of Art—Our summer speaker series continues this Sunday at 10:45 a.m. in the Lounge. Please welcome The Rev. Jacob Breeze, founder and vicar, Holy Family HTX Episcopal Church. On July 23 we’ll hear from Dr. Kristen Gaylord, curator, Amon Carter Museum of American Art.

We’ve been having a great time at the Parish Hall potlucks! Plan to attend the next one scheduled for this Sunday, July 16 at 1 p.m. This go-round we’ll have a taco salad and banana split buffet. Please click here to volunteer to bring an item. We'll need enough for approximately 40 people.

Let's send some love, food, and hands-on help to clergy serving Trinity! Keep reading to see how you can help:

Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney -- Trinity member and frequent guest preacher/celebrant -- could use some meals, handyman help, and "self-care" opportunities as she navigates some challenges. Please click here to learn more.

Rev. Jason Myers, our Associate Rector, and his family welcomed a new addition last week! Say hello to Annie Simone! You can help the Myers with meals by clicking here. They also have an Amazon baby registry set up. On Sunday, July 30 we'll gather in the Parish Hall at 10:45 a.m. to celebrate Annie's arrival.

Please welcome our new Parish Office Assistant, Silvia Johannes. Silvia started on Monday and is already hard at work helping parishioners at the front desk. You may reach Silvia via email (office@fortworthtrinity.org) or phone: 817-926-4631 (dial 1 at the automated prompt). With Silvia’s arrival, we’re able to extend the church office hours. We will be open Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and closed on Friday.

Silvia was born and raised in Mexico City and moved to Texas 14 years ago. She has a bachelor's degree in communications. She has also studied in Belgium and later pursued business education at the University of California San Diego. SiIvia worked for 10 years as Administrative Assistant at St. Ann Catholic Church in Burleson. She enjoys traveling and taking road trips with her husband Rusty. Her hobbies include cooking and playing the piano.

Online registration for TCU Football Parking Season Passes is now open. Amenities provided include shared use of the perimeter lawn along Berry and Stadium, trash receptacles, and portable toilets. Access to the parking lot is generally available to Season Pass patrons up to four hours prior to kickoff. General admission parking opens two hours prior to kickoff. All proceeds go to fund church youth ministry programs, particularly supporting EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) mission trips. Complete this online contact form if you're interested in reserving a spot for the whole season for $350.

Please pass along this news to your friends and colleagues: we're looking for a part-time (24 hours a week) bookkeeper. Click here for more information. Cover letters and resumes can be sent to careers@fortworthtrinity.org

Do you know of a 501c3 non-profit doing God's work in our community that we might partner with? Trinity Reaching Out (TRO) awards grants to non-profits that promote Christ's love through service and community. If you know of a non-profit that needs emergency funding now, please complete (or share) the TRO 2023 Emerging Needs application. Emerging Needs grants range from $50 to $2,000 per grant. And if you know of a non-profit that Trinity can partner with in the future, complete (or share) the 2024 TRO grant application. Submissions are due by Aug. 31.

Trinity Reaching Out strives to follow the example of Jesus Christ by reaching out to love and serve those in need. For more information about TRO, email Jackie Ferguson.