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WORSHIP MEETING
Fr. John will conduct a worship meeting on Saturday, October 15th at 9AM in the Church for all Clergy, EM's, Ushers &Greeters. Please make every effort to attend this important gathering.
ABSENCES NEXT WEEK
On October 18 & 19, Fr. John and Deacon Lew will be attending a mandatory clergy conference at the diocesan retreat center in Orlando. From October 20 to 23, Fr. John will be attending a family wedding in Concord, North Carolina. The officiant and preacher for the services that weekend will be the Rev. Donald Clausen.
NEW BISHOP ELECTION
On November 19, a special convention will convene at Trinity Preparatory School in Winter Park to elect the fourth Bishop of the Diocese of Central Florida. The delegates from our parish are Jim Large, Barbara Hallam, Sandy Mauro, and our clergy, John Jacobs and Lew Gwyn. You are invited to consider the canidates at the diocesan website (along with any other information concerning the search process) - http://bishopsearch.cfdiocese.org
You are also encouraged to convey to any of our delegates your thoughts and questions concerning the election of our next Bishop.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN
Special thanks to all who helped with the service and reception for the family and friends of our good friend, Preston Miller.
The next meeting of Trinity's Episcopal Church Women will be Thursday, October 20th at 9:00 a,m, in the Media Center. Remember that our Annual Blanket Collection and new/slightly used clothing is also needed. We will distribute items to The Source early next month.
In addition, you are invited to join the ECW delegates for the Central Florida Convention which will be at the Cathedral in Orlando Saturday, October 22nd. We will carpool at 6;30 am from Trinity. The meeting convenes at 8:30 am until 4:00 pm. Please call me at home 794-4600 if you wish to attend. Luncheon cost is $15 and reservations need to be in no later than the 20th.
Doris Mattingly
ECW President
THURSDAY EUCHARIST AND HEALING
Come join Fr. Jacobs every Thursday at 10:00 AM in the Chapel for the Eucharist and Healing service followed by his Bible Study in the Media Center at 11:00 AM. The topic for discussion is American religious groups and their beliefs.
Coffee and treats will be provided.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
Adults now have two choices for classes on Sundays at 9:00 am. Classes will be held in the Media Center and the Conference Room in the administration building.
Fr. Jacobs will teach an Enquirer's Class for anyone new to Trinity or the Episcopal faith. It also serves as a great refresher course for long- time Episcopalians. The class will run through the beginning of Advent when a new class will begin.
The second class for adults is a discussion of denominations and other faiths looking at the differences and similarities among Christian faiths and the various Protestant denominations. It will also consider the beliefs of Mormons and Jehovah's Witnesses followed by a brief look at religions from other parts of the world.
YOUTH GROUP
Calling all Middle and High School youth! The newly-formed Trinity Episcopal Youth Group will meet at 4:30 p.m. Sunday in the Youth Building. Bring a friend! We'll watch a movie and Toni Houdyshell will lead a discussion. Don't miss out on this exciting, brand-new program!
PASTORAL CARE
If you or someone you know is ill, in the hospital or hospice, or a shut-in, please be sure to contact the church office and let us know so that we visit and minister to you.
Your pastoral care team visited 25 members or friends of Trinity in the month of September and 13 in the first two weeks of October.
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