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Readings for Sunday April 14, 2024: Third Sunday of Easter Acts 3:12-19; 1 John 3:1-7; Luke 24:36b-48; Psalm 4 For the text of Sunday's readings, visit lectionarypage.net |
If you would like to place a name on the Trinity Prayer List, please call the office at 215-297-5135 or visit trinitysolebury.org/prayerlist
We offer up for special prayers this week: Joe Wingert who is recovering from surgery.
For Those of Our Parish:
Ru, Alan, Emory, Harold, Phyllis, Jean, Janet, Emil, Ruth, Laura, Alice, Christine, Rick, Cat, Jeanne, Anne, Roger, Joe, Bill, Carol
For the complete prayer list including non-parishioners, go to trinitysolebury.org/notices
For church members only - to view last names go to trinitysolebury.org/members
The Rev. Rob Baldwin, Rector Tim Harrell, Organist and Choirmaster Trinity Solebury Senior Choir Acolytes: 8:00 Jenn Summers; 9:30 Grant Christie and Jack Williams Lectors: 8:00 Earlene Austin 9:30 Norman Bing Lay Eucharistic Minister: 9:30 Inez Bing
| Chalice Bearers: 8:00 Earlene Austin; 9:30 Norman Bing Ushers: 8:00; Beth Schermerhorn; 9:30 Paul Angulo and John Shields Greeters: 9:30 Dottie Brown and Cinda Ball Altar Guild: Beth Schermerhorn; 8:00; 9:30 Ann Marquet Flower Guild: Bette Hayward Flower Distribution: Lyn Fox Coffee Hour: Susan and Mark Dils and Ann Meredith
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Coordinators
One of the greatest joys of being a part of Trinity's community is discovering one's own gifts and the gifts of others as we work toward a common purpose. Listed above are ways any member of our congregation can participate in weekly worship. Please let coordinators know of your interest.
A New Way to Share Your Prayer Concerns
Each Sunday there will be a sheet on the entryway table in the narthex where parishioners, visitors, and other church attendees can write their prayer requests for that Sunday. The page will include options for those requiring healing, special intentions, or the deceased. Those names will be included for that Sunday and the Sunday following, unless requested otherwise.
If you would like to have the names added to the long-term prayer list, please visit trinitysolebury.org/prayerlist or contact the church office.
Adult Forum
"Your Faith, Your Life" Continues
Led by The Rev. Rob Baldwin
Our ongoing class for newcomers and those interested in learning more about Christianity and the Episcopal Church will continues this Sunday, April 14, after a two week break for Holy Week and Easter. This week's topic will be the Book of Revelation. All are welcome, even if you have not attended previous classes.
Based on the book Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church, by Jenifer Gamber, this adult forum discusses the Episcopal Church and it's history, theology, and mission. The class is also designed for those interested in Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal Church.
The Adult Forum meets at 11:15 a.m. in the Trinity Chapel. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Rev. Rob.
The forums will be broadcast live starting around 11:15 a.m. on trinitysolebury.org and facebook.com/TrinitySolebury/videos/
"Rapid Re-Housing Welcome Baskets"
Families Transitioning from Homelessness
Need Our Help
The Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) program, which is run by Episcopal Community Services in Philadelphia, helps on average 40 families per year by providing short-term rental assistance and coaching support. Families transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing need more than a set of keys: RRH Welcome Baskets were developed to include some basic necessities for setting up a home, including sheets, towels, sponges, dish soap and other items.
Consider creating complete baskets or donating individual basket items for the RRH program. It would mean so much to a family in need for restarting their lives. If you would rather, you can make a cash donation and we will do the shopping for you. Donations will be gathered in McArthur Hall over the next few weeks. Trinity member Jean Evans is coordinating this effort and will be happy to answer any questions by calling her at 215-343-2825.
The Rapid Rehousing program has developed a list of items to make sure the baskets have the same quantity of comparable items so that each family receives baskets of equal value. (Please resist the temptation to substitute items of greater value.) Here is the list of items requested and the stores where they can be purchased. Some items on the original list have already been donated:
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The response so far has been enthusiastic, and we are hoping that we will reach our goal of 15 Rapid Response baskets by the end of the month, With your help we will!
Episcopal Community Services (ECS) runs RRH out of their St. Barnabas location at 60th and Girard and has a long history of providing services and support to those experiencing poverty in the Philadelphia region. ECS challenges poverty by increasing people’s economic independence. For more information about ECS programs including Rapid Rehousing please visit www.ecsphilly.org
New Ministries and the Palpable Energy of Trinity
During our time of transition to a new Rector, we continue to grow together as a parish community while embracing Father Rob’s ministry at Trinity. The energy from everyone is palpable! For so very long, many wonderful, dedicated people gave their hearts and souls to keep things together for our parish. The time without a Rector, or even an interim Rector, and the lingering impact of the pandemic was challenging to be sure. We were so blessed to have leaders, volunteers, and congregants who did whatever needed to be done, whenever it needed to be done. Everyone is so grateful for the fortitude shown by all.
Now that Rob is here, one of the hopes of the new Vestry is to take stock of our habits and ways of getting things done for the parish and our community. It's time to strive for increased awareness, more consistency, and better coordination across ministries. It’s also a chance to be clearer about expectations of ownership, or shepherding the work, for greatest involvement and impact.
To start things off, we have a new process to help us understand and keep track of our many Outreach ministries. Next week, a questionnaire form will be used to capture information from current outreach ministries and will be used for future outreach ideas before creating a new ministry. The questionnaire process will help to keep us organized. Simply put, Rob and Vestry will know what’s going on and be able to coordinate and support these ministries better.
Your enthusiasm and dedication towards making a positive impact on the world around us is truly inspiring. Our hope is this new process will enable everyone to have the support and leadership they need.
We are deeply appreciative of John Dey and Betty Stagg for taking on the Outreach ministry at Trinity. You can expect more communication from them on this request and process. As we move forward, we will work to support and help organize more ministry efforts.
In peace,
Kevin Clark and Lorri Perkins, Wardens
Centering Prayer at Trinity Every Tuesday Morning
Be still and know that I am God - Psalm 46:10
Centering Prayer has been an active ministry at Trinity since the late 1990's. We practice Centering Prayer in the Chapel weekly on Tuesday mornings from 8 to 8:30 a.m. and all are welcome. Come whenever you can.
Centering Prayer is a type of Christian contemplation that provides an opportunity to sit quietly in God’s presence, in stillness for greater awareness of God in our busy daily lives. We intentionally put aside all thoughts of the past and of the future, being aware only of "now".
When we meet we remember those in need. We practice 20 minutes of silent meditation. We send cards to those in our prayers.
One technique of Centering Prayer employs a sacred word that we each choose on our own. Then we silently recall it to return to God’s presence when we are distracted by thoughts, feelings, and images. In Centering Prayer we believe that the beginning and the end of prayer is learning how to be still before God. Thoughts are the inevitable and normal part of Centering Prayer and by returning to our sacred word we are expressing our "intention to consent to God's presence and action within" (Thomas Keating)
Consider coming to Centering Prayer on Tuesdays. It is a gentle retreat, if only for 20 minutes, from our busy daily lives.
The Trinity Spiritual Life Ministry
Episcopal Church Foundation
Ministry Tip of the Week
This week’s tip: Aim to be a disciple
The life of a disciple of Jesus is one of love, charity and hope, not eternal Lent. Too often, when we talk of discipleship, we turn to the root word “discipline,” or we talk about the suffering servant, or the things we must give up in order to devote our lives to Jesus.
Can this child of God do what I do? Jesus continually asks this question of us. And, importantly, Jesus answers it as well – Yes, you can be like me. You can be the hands of God on this earth. In essence, discipleship is responding to an encounter with Jesus by modeling your life after Jesus.
Go and talk to the people you think are already disciples and ask them where they found Jesus. I am suggesting that a life in Jesus is exciting, wild, stable and peaceful. God has already declared a great faith in you. Jesus has called you. The Holy Spirit is pushing and pulling you. Go and be a disciple.
View the complete article on ECF Vital Practices
by Bill Campbell
Executive Director of Forma: The Network for Christian Formation
A Trinity "Friends of Music" Production
Organ Recital
Aaron Patterson
Sunday, April 28 at 4:00 p.m.
The recital will feature organ works by J. S. Bach, Dietrich Buxtehude, Dorothy Papadakos, and John Weaver
Aaron Patterson¸ was awarded the Pogorzelski-Yankee Memorial Scholarship as a freshman in 2018, recently earned his BM degree as the Charles and Judith Freyer Annual Fellow at the Curtis Institute of Music, where he studied organ performance with Alan Morrison. He also received a certificate in harpsichord performance, studying with Leon Schelhase. Aaron is the proud recipient of a Kovner Fellowship at the Julliard School, where he is pursuing an MM degree in organ performance under the tutelage of Paul Jacobs. In addition to his academic accomplishments, Patterson won first place in the 2017 Albert Schweitzer Organ Competition and the 2016 West Chester University International Organ Competition. Performance venues include the Wanamaker Grand Court, where he is an assistant organist; Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.; and the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia. He is currently assistant organist at Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia.
Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for ages 18 and under.
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Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for yourself or if you are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help. |
Healing Prayers First Sunday of Every Month
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Peacemeal Peacemeal is for all, but especially for those who might be experiencing a sense of isolation: the elderly, homeless adults and youths, or anyone who would benefit from sharing a meal with others in a safe and non-judgmental space. And you don't have to be experiencing problems to to join in the festivities. All are welcome! We are always looking for volunteers to help set up/break down. Sides and desserts are needed for all meals. If you would like to make a donation and support the work of Peacemeal, please include 'peacemeal ‘ in the memo field of your check or donate online at trinitysolebury.org/donate and note 'peacemeal'. Have questions? please contact John Dey at jdey100369@gmail.com |
We are trying out a new photo system to collect and archive photos of Trinity and our events. As you take pictures, please email them to photos@trinitysolebury.org That's all you have to do, and we'll have the photos automatically placed in the archive where we can access them. | Responding to the Israel-Hamas War Since the start of the current Israel-Hamas war, Episcopal Relief & Development has been supporting long-time partners in the Holy Land including Al Ahli Hospital, a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, to provide emergency medical support in Gaza. Despite being hit by two explosions that damaged buildings and claimed hundreds of lives, the hospital is still serving those who are in need of care. Episcopal Relief & Development stands with the brave staff of Al Ahli Hospital as they risk their lives to help others. Please pray for peace in the Holy Land and consider making a contribution to the Episcopal Relief & Development Middle East Fund to help meet the growing needs of all people in the region. Stay informed about the Episcopal Relief & Development response at episcopalrelief.org Click here to make an online donation or write a check to Episcopal Relief & Development. Mail to: PO Box 7058, Merrifield, VA 22116-7058 |
Your notice is VERY important to us. Our mission is to fully support and amplify the work you are doing. When you volunteer or organize something, we want that work to be recognized and supported. So, to submit a notice, email communications@trinitysolebury.org or contact Marilyn Schuster or Jon Hayward directly. We like to have notices by Thursday, but we'll try our best with every notice received by Friday morning. To add an event to the church calendar, email communications@trinitysolebury.org or call the office at 215-297-5135 To add someone to the prayer list, visit trinitysolebury.org/prayerlist or call the office at 215-297-5135
| Trinity Parish Directory Updates Maintenance of the parish directory is a never ending process. To make sure our members can reach you, please check your listed contact information. Send updates to Sarah Doyle at sdoyle@trinitysolebury.org. Updated photos are welcome too. For an online copy of the parish directory, visit trinitysolebury.org/mdir |
Help Ukrainian Families Support Episcopal Relief & Development in providing humanitarian aid in response to the crisis in Ukraine. By donating to the Ukraine Crisis Response Fund, you will help meet critical needs for people fleeing the violence including food, cash, blankets, and hygiene supplies. Visit episcopalrelief.org/ukraine-crisis
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Church School will take place following Rev. Rob's children's homily during the 9:30 a.m. service, just before the reading of the Lessons. Children will return to the Sanctuary after the Peace.
Need Crisis Support - Dial 988: Everyone is familiar using '911' when emergency help is needed, but you may not know about '988'. Dialing 988 from your phone will connect you with 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. 
On the first Sunday of each month, healing prayers are available at both of Trinity's services during Communion. Prayer requests can be for oneself, a friend or family member, or a local, regional, national or international issue. Individuals of all ages are welcome and encouraged to come to the healing stations.
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