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From the Rector
It is time for a reminder of the Millenium Development Goals. I've posted a brief message about the MDGs along with a wonderful video produced by kids from All Saints' Episcopal Church in Los Angeles, describing what they are doing to support them. Take a look!
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It makes our hearts glad when. . .
* Doug McLeod is named Dean for the Day at South Texas College of Law, where he is a member of the Board of Regents.
* Children enjoy the annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Garth and the Flowering of the Cross between services on Easter Day.
* Springtime weather arrives on Galveston Island, accompanied by the blooming of our beautiful flowers and shrubs.
Send news that makes our hearts glad to
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The Coming Week
Monday, March 31
12:00 p.m. Noonday Prayer
5:00 p.m. Seekers
5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
Tuesday, April 1
8:15 a.m. TES Morining Prayer
9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting
5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
6:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Wednesday, April 2
8:15 a.m. Building Committee
10:00 a.m. Daughters of the King
5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
6:00 p.m. Centering Prayer
Thursday, April 3
8:15 a.m. TES Morning Prayer
10:00 a.m. Woman to Woman
5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
Friday, April 4
5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
Saturday, April 5
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for a
for a Pretty Planet
In an effort to minimize the use of styrofoam cups for our coffee at Trinity, we are asking everyone to bring ugly mugs to the church kitchen. Our ugly mugs will help our stewardship of the environment and help us have a pretty planet. Please don't bring mugs that are chipped or cracked or mugs with slogans or advertisements. Bring as many as you can. When we have enough, we'll put the remaining mugs in the Trash and Treasure sale on April 5.
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ECW Spring Luncheon
The ECW Spring Luncheon which will be held on April 26, 2008, in Eaton Hall at 11:30. In addition to the lunch, we will have two wonderful speakers from the Diocesan ECW Board, Anne Hart Rea and Ellen Cook. All women are invited to come for good food, fellowship and an exciting program. Please call Gloria Schlemmer, 409-740-8942, or Anne Browne, 409-457-9634, if you are attending. We want to have enough food for you!
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We have openings in the following positions:
Tour Guides are needed for Sundays and for tour groups by appointment during the week. We want to be able to provide tours every Sunday and to respond positively to the increasing number of requests from groups. The more people out there helping us spread Trinity's story, the better!
Photographers are needed to take photos of new members and at events around the parish. All you need is a digital camera and the memory to bring it with you.
Worship Leaders are needed to sustain our ministry of Evening Prayer every weekday at 5:30 p.m. in the church.
If you are able to assist in any of these ways, please let us know by sending a message to info@trinitygalv.org.
DON'T FORGET
April 19, 6:00 p.m.
Moody Gardens Convention Center
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Advance the Mission & Balance the Budget - 2008 Easter Offering
On March 2, the Vestry made a special presentation at both morning services regarding the need to advance the mission of the parish and balance the operating budget. The Easter Offering is one aspect of their appeal. If you have not yet made a contribution to the Easter Offering, please do so. Special envelopes are still in the pews.
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Second Sunday of Easter
March 30, 2008
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Scripture
Readings for the Second Sunday of Easter are foundhere
Clergy
The Reverend David C. Dearman will be the Celebrant and Preacher at the 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. services. The Reverend James Scott will be the Celebrant and Preacher at St. James the Fisherman, a mission of Trinity Church, now meeting at the West End offices of The House Company, Hwy. 3005 and 7 Mile Rd.
Music
Prelude: This Joyful Eastertide, Var. I-IV - Paul Bouman
Postlude: This Joyful Eastertide - Var. V - Paul Bouman
Hymns: Go to the 1982 Hymnal Index to listen to these hymns online.
192 This Joyful Eastertide,
232 By All Your Saints Still Striving (Thomas)
Whose short-lived doubtings prove
Your perfect two-fold nature,
The depth of your true love.
To all who live with questions
A steadfast faith afford;
And grant us grace to know you,
Made flesh, yet God and Lord.
193 This Easter Day With Joy Was Bright
Offertory, Vocal Solo: My Heart Ever Faithful - J. S. Bach |
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Prayers
Those who are sick or have requested our prayers: Sally Wallace, Claire Barker, Velma Leavell, Merle Eisenhour, Jim Brown, Paul Grizzle, Debra Hickman, Doris Henkhouse, Samantha Kuhn, Beth Diestler, Carolyn Crawmer, Mary Rudenberg, Stan Hutton, Maxie Brooks, John Harp, Adam Coggin, Eddie Gilbert, Joe Allen, Owen Holtzheuser, Jennifer Fields, Richard Jacobson, and Kim Hines
Those on the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: St. Paul's, Navasota; St. Francis of Assisi, Prairie View; St. John's, Sealy.
Those for whom our ongoing prayers are requested: Trudy Lisenbe, Phillip Head, Bart Tuthill, Bill Leopold, Matthew Gilcrease, Lynn Cantini, Betty Glendenning, Doris Janek, Jack Bushong, Mary Manger, Winona Gibson, Harriet Newding, Lil Guyette, Marianne Sefcik, Marjorie Sheffield, Betsy Stirling, Gloria Prescod, Dot Wolma, Laura Matteson, Bryan Davis, Betsy Kelso, and Margy Kelso, and those in harms way: The Rev. David Waweru, Michael Scott, Wayne Sanchez, Brandon Cronise, Charlie Havlik, Kyle Stahlecker, Chad Field, Paul Lett-Brown, Alexander Drum, Nicholas Toombs, Christopher Toombs, Bradford Davis, Eric Iverson, Emmanuel Michael Mackenzie, Josh Moerbe, Ricky Ybarra, Jesse Watson, Morgan Watson, and Kevin Laliberté.
Important note about the Prayer List
At the end of March, the Prayer List will become "blank." With the assistance of the Daughters of the King, the Rector will establish a new list for ongoing prayers as well as a new current list. If you have a request for either of the new lists, please communicate it to the rrector at rpogue@trinitygalv.org by April 1. |
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Birthdays
Gabrielle LaRue, Marinel Ammenheuser, Lori Dix, Audrey Davis, Michelle Rice, Mike Ellis, Kevin Dahlberg, Jeanne Hesley, Russell Moody, Reed Fryar. |
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Altar Arrangements
The arrangements on the Altar on Sunday, March 23, are given to the glory of God in memory of Denny Woodson and Jimmie Kazaleh.
Flowers on the Altar given to the glory of God and in memory or in honor of someone special bring extra beauty to our worship services. A minimum contribution of $50 is suggested. Your request and contribution for Altar Flowers should be directed to the Parish Office to the attentioin of Martha Cuenod, our Tuesday Office Angel. |
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The Great Fifty Days of Easter
Disciplines That Define Us
as Easter People
Throughout the Great Fifty Days of Easter at Trinity Church, we will explore the theme Disciplines That Define Us as Easter People.
The Adult Class, which meets Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in Eaton Hall, will be reading and discussing Richard Foster's book, Celebration of Discipline.
Adult Class Celebration of Discipline Topics
March 30 - The Second Sunday of Easter
Introduction to The Spiritual Disciplines
April 6 - The Third Sunday of Easter
The Inward Disciplines of Meditation & Prayer
April 13 - The Fourth Sunday of Easter
The Inward Disciplines of Fasting & Study
April 20 - The Fifth Sunday of Easter
The Outward Disciplines of Simplicity & Solitude
April 27 - The Sixth Sunday of Easter
The Outward Disciplines of Submission & Service
May 4 - The Seventh Sunday of Easter
The Corporate Disciplines of Confession & Worship
May 11 - Pentecost
The Corporate Disciplines of Guidance & Celebration
The Sunday sermons will emphasize the disciplines found in the Baptismal Covenant.
Sermon Topics for Disciplines That Define Us as Easter People
March 30 - The Second Sunday of Easter - Faith
The Apostles' Creed
April 6 - The Third Sunday of Easter - Worship
Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?
April 13 - The Fourth Sunday of Easter - Repentance
Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?
April 20 - The Fifth Sunday of Easter - Proclamation
Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
April 27 - The Sixth Sunday of Easter - Servanthood
Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?
May 4 - The Seventh Sunday of Easter - Reconciliation
Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
May 11 - Pentecost - Obedience
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The construction fence is now moved so that the walkway alongside the north side of the church is no longer obstructed. You may now park in the lot on 23rd Street and use this sidewalk to get to the main entrance of the church. |
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Children's Christian Formation
Thanks to all the children who participated in Palm Sunday, the Easter Egg Hunt, and Flowering of the Cross. Special thanks to those who helped: Suzette Schultz, Joy Unbehagen, Melissa Jacobs, Mary Lou Shuffler, Jeanie Poirier, Dixie Posert, Genie McDonald. Godly Play will meet every Sunday in April at 10:15 am. Children will be returned to parents during the Peace.
March 30 Godly Play - The lesson is the Parable of the Leaven and will be taught by Katrina Griffith and Joan McLeod; Children return to parents during The Peace; Children bring canned goods for St Vincent's House and will bring baskets to the Chancel steps.
April 6 Parable of the Sower; Suzette Schultz/Pamela Petty; children will plant a garden during the Godly Play lesson; Blessing of the Garden after church
April 13 Children's Sunday;The Good Shepherd & World Communion; Katrina Griffith/Gina Thomas/Pamela Petty
April 20 Parable of the Mustard Seed; Karen Peterson
*April 27 Parable of the Deep Well; Bring canned goods for St Vincent's House; children will carry food baskets to chancel steps
Special April Events
April 13 - Children' Sunday (Good Shepherd Sunday); Children will serve as greeters and carry banners in processional; there will be a Godly Play children's sermon; children will carry baskets to the chancel steps and then remain at the alter for a special children's communion
April 19 - Seventh Annual Gospel by the Sea Concert at Moody Gardens - 6 pm; benefiting St Vincent's House; Joan McLeod is organizing and sponsoring the children and parents to attend the benefit.
Spring Godly Play Schedule
March 30* Parable of the Leaven
April 6 Parable of the Sower; Plant garden
April 13 The Good Shepherd
April 20 Parable of the Mustard Seed
April 27* Parable of the Deep Wells
May 4 World Communion
May 11 Synagogue & Upper Room
May 18 Circle of the Holy Eucharist
May 25* Symbols of the Holy Eucharist
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Trinity Youth Info
The "Paper Clips" movie night was a great success with 17 youth and 33 parents/church members attending. Much was learned about tolerance, the power of love, and the difference a few can make in changing the world. Special thanks to Rabbi Kessler, Melissa and Michael Jacobs, Gina Thomas, Dixie Posert, and Oliver Black. It was great to have Corlie and Michael Jackson at the event!
April Youth Events
April 6 -Geocaching; Have you ever wanted to go on a treasure hunt? Do you enjoy finding new, really cool places that you might never have found otherwise? If you said yes to either of these questions, Geocaching just may be your thing! A relatively new activity, it combines old world treasure hunting with satellite and internet technology. Check it out at www.geocaching.com, then come join us as we go in search of some local caches. Sponsors: Bob Ebert, Pamela and Alex Petty
Overnight Youth Retreat at Gordon Ranch
Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27
There are still a few spots left; sign up today! Call Carol Lee at 409-741-9636 or email carol-lee@sbcglobal.net.
WHO: All 6th - 12th graders
WHAT: Overnight retreat at Gordon Ranch, a 110 acre facility, off old Westheimer Road (between Fulshear and Richmond)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26 - Sunday, April 27; meet at church at 11:30 am; leave at noon Saturday*, return at 4 pm Sunday; *there will be a late car if you have schedule conflicts
WHAT TO BRING: sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toiletries, Bible, sporting and fishing equipment, flashlight
THEME FOR RETREAT: Dealing with the Blowouts in Life; small group discussion led by older youth
ACTIVITIES: Softball, volleyball, basketball, fishing, canoeing, miniature golf, swimming, obstacle course, horseshoes, hayride and bonfire
ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 bunk houses- one for guys and one for girls each with 2 bathrooms; cottage with a kitchen and deck for eating and hanging out
COST: $50; youth must have registration form on file with church
WHAT ELSE: If your last name begins with A-M, bring a 6 pack of your favorite soft drink; if it begins with N-Z, bring a snack item for the group.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR YOUTH
To the Trinity Episcopal Youth Group,
This thank you is long overdue!!! I want to tell everyone that our clients had such a great time with you all on Sunday evening. You all did a wonderful job picking activities as they were appropriate for all of our residents to participate in. I know that each resident enjoyed visiting with you. I appreciated how well everyone interacted with our guys, it can be challenging sometimes, and everyone jumped right in. You all are welcome back anytime you want to throw another party, or if you just want to come and visit with a few of our residents. I know they would enjoy it. Thank you so much for putting a great program together!!
Sincerely,
The Staff at TideWay
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Trash & Treasure Sale
Sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women
Saturday, April 5
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Isn't it time to redecorate your house? Clean out your garage / your attic /storage unit?
Now is the time. We want your leftovers!!!
Items to donate
Household Goods, Media, Lawn & Garden, China
Small items will be accepted in Eaton Hall from noon to 5 pm on Thursday April 3rd and from 10 to 4 pm on Friday, April 4th. Pick-up of large items on Thursday and Friday mornings can be arranged. Please contact one of the following people to arrange for a pick-up and to let us know what you will be contributing so we can schedule accordingly.
Anne Bentley 409-354-1984
Gloria Schlemmer 409-744-8942
Anne Browne 409-457-9634
Our purpose is to help preserve and build our church community. Proceeds will go towards carrying on the traditions and outreach of Trinity Episcopal Church. |
Everything I need to know about life,
I learned from Noah's Ark
One : Don't miss the boat.
Two : Remember that we are all in the same boat.
Three : Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the Ark.
Four : Stay fit. When you're 600 years old, someone may ask you to do something really big.
Five : Don't listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to be done.
Six : Build your future on high ground.
Seven : For safety's sake, travel in pairs.
Eight : Speed isn't always an advantage. The snails were on board with the cheetahs.
Nine : When you're stressed, float a while.
Ten : Remember, the Ark was built by amateurs; the Titanic by professionals.
Eleven : No matter the storm, when you are with God, there's always a rainbow waiting. | |
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