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May 4
The Seventh Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 1:6-14
Psalm 68:1-10, 33-36
1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11
John 17:1-11
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This Week
Piano Recital4 p.m. Sun., May 4 NaveHigh School Life Reflection Group8 p.m. Mon, May 5 Comer CenterPreschool Board Meeting7:00 p.m. Tues., May 6 Comer CenterIconography Class6-9 p.m. Wed, May 7 6-9 p.m. Thurs, May 8 6-9 p.m. Fri., May 9 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sat., May 10 Tisdale HallBrownies3:30 p.m. Thurs., May 8 Gathering RoomJust Voices Rehearsal7:30 p.m. Thurs., May 8 NavePreschool Parents' Night Out5:30-10 p.m. Fri., May 9 NurseryBaptism Workshop9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sat., May 10 Comer CenterJust Voices Concert7:30 p.m. Sat., May 10 Nave
VIew more events on the online parish calendar.
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Regular Weekly Events
WORSHIP
Holy Eucharist, Rite I
8 a.m. Sundays
10 a.m. Wednesdays
Chapel
Holy Eucharist, Rite II
10:30 a.m. Sundays
Nave
Altar & Flower Guild Set-Up for Worship
9 a.m. Saturdays
ADULT FORMATION
Christian Formation
9:15 a.m. Sundays
Bible Study
11 a.m. Wednesdays
Gaylord Room
YOUTH FORMATION
Sunday School
9:15 a.m. Sundays
Comer Center
Faith Factory Rehearsal
6 p.m. Wednesdays
Comer Center
Preschool
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
MUSIC
Handbell Choir
5 p.m. Wednesdays
Sue Hall Choir Room
Adult Choir
7 p.m. Wednesdays
Sue Hall Choir Room
Pipe Band Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Thursdays
Tisdale Hall
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon
7:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Conference Room
Al-Anon for Men
7:30 p.m. Thursdays
Conference Room
Nicotine Anonymous
12 p.m. Saturdays
Conference Room
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PSSSST! Attention, Please!
Spotlight on announcements and news of note.
Cinco de Mayo Dinner TOMORROW! The
youth of HTP are hosting a Cinco de Mayo dinner on Saturday at
6:30 p.m. in Tisdale Hall. The menu will be Mexican and there will be
games, crafts, and a piñata. Please sign up on the sheet provided in
the library. Adults: $5; children: $3; family maximum: $15. Proceeds
will benefit the HTP youth fund, which makes possible life-changing
youth events such as the upcoming pilgrimage to Ireland.
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OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
TONIGHT
Schola Cantorum Concert
The
Atlanta Schola Cantorum presents their spring concert, "Misere +
Alleluia: Songs of Sorrow & Joy" tonight at 8 p.m. in the
nave. The concert will feature works by Shutz, Byrd, Gibbons, Brahms,
Billings, and Tavener, featuring Allegri's Miserere. Tickets are $10.
For more info: www.atlantaschola.org
Fr. Allan Playing in Atlanta Opera's "Marriage of Figaro."
 Fr.
Allan will be playing viola with the Atlanta Opera Orchestra this week
in Mozart's "Marriage of Figaro." He reports that the singers are all
really excellent and suggests that anyone who has never seen an opera
before might want to give this one a try. Remaining performances are
tonight at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Cobb Energy Centre. Visit
www.atlantaopera.org for information about tickets.
SATURDAYDaughters of the King Meeting The Daughters of the King will meet on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. (note time change!). We will include time for prayer, sharing, and completion of the book by Barbara Brown Taylor, Home by Another Way.
Virginia Hill will lead us in discussion of pages 143-189. Following
our meeting, we will enjoy our annual "end of year" potluck luncheon;
bring a dish to share. All women of the parish are invited! Also, watch
for information about our summer retreat day on July 12.
This is always a wonderful day, spent together in visiting, meditation,
explorations of the spirit and prayer. Contact: Joan Kidd, DOK
president, 404.294.7384, jjkidd@msn.com, or ShirleyGrace Madajewski, 404.378.4277, shirleygrace2@bellsouth.net.
SUNDAY Seminarian Justin Yawn Preaching
Our seminarian, Justin Yawn, will preach at both services Sunday.
Youth Council Commissioning
At the 10:30 service, we will commission and bless the newly-elected youth council.
Raffle Tickets for Vacation Homes on Sale
Raffle tickets for a weekend at a vacation home are being sold after both Sunday services and in the parish office during the week. Tickets are only $10; drawing will be May 18 at the Trinity Sunday luncheon. There will be several winners - the first gets to choose first from the list of vacation homes, the second chooses next, and so on until all the homes have been selected. You do not need to be present to win. All monies raised from the raffle sale go directly to the Holy Trinity Centennial Scholarship Trust, which provides scholarship aid to persons involved in or committed to future participation in the ministry of the Episcopal Church or the larger Anglican Communion. Thank you to all the homeowners who support the trust by offering your homes.
Caroline Westerhoff Books on Sale in Library
 If you found Caroline Westerhoff's stories compelling and enriching when she was our guest for the rector's forum last Sunday, you'll want to check out the books she's written. This Sunday, they will be on display in the library where you may purchase a copy or two. Of particular interest might be her newest book: Make All Things New: Stories of Reconciliation, Hope and Peace. Several of the stories we heard on Sunday are to be found in this book.
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WORSHIP & THE ARTS
Gluten-Free Wafers Now Available at 10:30.
At the 10:30 service, we are now providing gluten-free communion wafers for those with allergies. Simply come to the communion station on the floor of the nave and indicate to the server that you need a gluten-free wafer and he or she will offer you one. A small chalice is also provided to further insure that those with allergies are protected.
5/7 - 5/10 - Icon Workshop
 Holy
Trinity Parish is offering a class in iconography May 7-10. Students
will render the Christ Pantocrator (pictured at right) from the 6th
century, which is located in St Catherine's in the Sinai. This is not
an art class. You do not need to be a draftsman or a painter to paint,
or "write", a beautiful icon. This is a class of prayer. Each class
begins with the priest blessing everyone's hands. Work is done mostly
in silence with Gregorian chants or other quiet music in the
background. At the end of the class the icons will be blessed.
Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday classes will meet from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday's
class from 9 to 3 p.m. Tuition for the class is $150 and includes
instruction, prepared boards, brushes, gold leaf and pigments.
Please register ASAP in the parish office. A deposit of $75 is required. You
will only need to bring a rag for paint, a bottle for water and a towel
to protect your icon.
Instructors Judy Langford and Sandy
Kezar (mother of parishioner Hildreth Stafford!) are from Bradenton,
Florida. They have taught two classes at Holy Trinity as well as
classes in New York, Texas and Florida. Both are established artists
with works in both public and private collections.
For more
information and registration please call Holy Trinity Parish at
404-377-2622. If you have questions about the class please call or
email Sandy Kezar at 813-385-9956 or kzsand7@aol.com.
 5/10 - Just Voices Concert
The Just Voices community chamber chorus' spring concert will be held at HTP on Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the nave.
The program, "Psalms of David," includes psalm settings from Renaissance to contemporary as well as Mendelssohn's "Hear My Prayer" for soprano, chorus and piano; Bach's Motet #6 "Lobet den Herrn," for chorus, strings and organ; and "In Virtute Tua," by the Polish Baroque composer Grzegorz Gorczycki, for two violins and continuo.
Admission: $15; students and seniors: $10.
Contact: Liz Frazer, director, at 404.875.3266, lizfrazer@justvoices.org.
5/10 - Triple-Bill Folk Concert: Teresa Storch, Jason Luckett, Ashley Wells
Who needs Eddie's Attic when you've got Tisdale Hall? ;o)
On Saturday, May 10, at 9 p.m., we'll host a concert in Tisdale Hall for several touring folk singer/songwriters: Teresa Storch, Jason Luckett, and Ashley Wells (Tracy Wells's younger sister).
Admission: $10 (all proceeds go directly to the artists)
We'd love to have some refreshments available that evening for folks - if you'd like to come and are interested in bringing snacks/goodies, please let Tracy Wells know ASAP: wells@htparish.com
 About Teresa Storch:
Boston-based singer/songwriter Teresa Storch is constantly moving. Her music has been described as a "bounding folk rock sound... mesmerizing vocal riffs" by Boston's Metronome Magazine and "Vega/Merchant-esque vocals... funky guitar work... fabulously catchy folk-genre'd tunes" by Boston Girl Guide. Her first release 'Muscle Memory' and live shows are gathering her national acclaim. She has opened for folk greats like Vance Gilbert and played in the nation's best folk venues, including Club Passim in Boston.
 About Jason Luckett:Jason Luckett is a singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles. His sound is an organic mixture of passion and peace. Influenced by Bob Dylan, Curtis Mayfield, and The Smiths, Luckett's sixth album, Adjusted Expectations, Vol. 1 (of 3), What is Reasonable?, was completed in 2006. Music Connection says about Jason: "He uses his guitar as an accompaniment to his stellar, expressive voice as well as his intriguing love songs and mesmerizing essays... He's a little Sam Cooke, a little Lenny Kravitz, and a little Neil Young... His friendly demeanor and barefoot appearance draws you into the moment and relaxes your guard."
About Ashley Wells:
 Ashley Wells is a singer/songwriter from Columbia, S.C. A classically
trained musician, her music slides effortlessly between acoustic guitar
and jazz piano. Whether she's performing her original compositions or
covering other artists' songs, audiences agree that her voice is
captivating. Her voice has been called "angelic," "lilting," "gorgeous
and rich," and she has been compared to Norah Jones, Natalie Merchant,
Joni Mitchell, and Jewel. Her original songs are known for their
lyrical clarity and wit. In 2007, Ashley attended the prestigious New
Song Academy, hosted by NPR's Mountain Stage program, where she was
recognized as a stand-out songwriter by industry professionals.
5/11 - Baptism
The
next available date for baptism will be Sunday, May 11 (Pentecost).
Contact Fr. Sandlin if you are interested in participating (sandlin@htparish.com).
5/11 - Piano Concert
On Sunday, May 11, at 3 p.m., Dr. Andrew Santander will play a piano concert in our nave. Dr. Santander serves as the Director of Instrumental Music at Gainesville State College, where he is currently head of the music department. He performs solo and chamber recitals both nationally and internationally, and has several competition awards to his credit. The program will include works by Schumann, Stockhausen, and Scriabin. The concert is free and open to the public.
5/18 - Faith Factory Spring Production
Faith Factory will present the musical "Zeroes into Heroes," which tells the story of Gideon, on Sunday, May 18 at 9:15 a.m. in the nave. All are welcome!
5/18 - Trinity Sunday - One service
On Trinity Sunday, we will only have one service, at 10:30 a.m. (no 8:00 service), followed by a BBQ luncheon and silent auction and raffle drawing to support the Centennial Scholarship Trust. To donate items or services for the silent auction (lawn-mowing, cake baking, meals, etc), contact Steve Bishop at bishop@htparish.com or 404.502.3908. We will announce the winners of the Centennial Scholarship during the service that day.
6/8 - Confirmation at the Cathedral
There
will be a service of confirmation, reaffirmation and reception on
Sunday, June 8 (NOTE DATE CHANGE) at 4 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Philip.
Through this service, you can officially join the Episcopal Church or
reaffirm your confirmation and baptismal vows. If you are interested in
participating, contact Fr. Deneke at deneke@htparish.com.
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PARISH LIFE
Raffle Tickets for Vacation Homes on Sale
Raffle tickets for a weekend at a vacation home are being sold after both Sunday services and in the parish office during the week. Tickets are only $10; drawing will be May 18 at the Trinity Sunday luncheon. There will be several winners - the first gets to choose first from the list of vacation homes, the second chooses next, and so on until all the homes have been selected. You do not need to be present to win. All monies raised from the raffle sale go directly to the Holy Trinity Centennial Scholarship Trust, which provides scholarship aid to persons involved in or committed to future participation in the ministry of the Episcopal Church or the larger Anglican Communion. Thank you to all the homeowners who support the trust by offering your homes.
5/12 - Feminist Theological Reflection Group
The Feminist Theological Group will meet Monday, May 12, at 6:30 p.m. in Tisdale Hall. Please bring a dish. We will discuss Chapters 8 and 9 of God's Troublemakers: How Women of Faith Are Changing the World by Katherine R. Henderson. Contact Mayo Moses 404.633.0012 if you have any questions. All women of the parish are welcome.
5/15 - Seniors in Action to Atlanta Botanical Garden
On Thursday, May 15, the "Seniors in Action" will visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden.  We will meet at Holy Trinity at 12:30 p.m.. Anyone needing a ride from home is asked to contact Johnnie McPhail at 404-378-2801. All "young at heart" are welcome. The special exhibit at the garden now is "Sculpture in Motion" featuring moving outdoor works by 16 artists. The roses should be pretty at this time too!
5/18 - Recognition of Graduates
At the 10:30 service on May 18, all HTP graduates will be honored. If you or someone in your family will be graduating from kindergarten, middle school, high school, college, graduate school - or any other school, for that matter -  PLEASE let Chris Bray (bray@htparish.com) know ASAP! Be sure to include the name of your school. If you are a high school senior, please tell us your plans after graduation including your college choice. If you are a college or grad school graduate, tell us the name of your institution, your degree, and your major. Note: Students in any grade level (not just graduates) who have received special honors, awards, or scholarships are asked to notify Chris ASAP. Many schools are having award ceremonies at this time of year, and students will be recognized for excellence in academics, sports, the arts, leadership, etc. Please call or send an e-mail describing your achievements so that we can recognize you here at HTP!
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ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Sunday Morning Class Offerings
Class offerings are posted on the bulletin board on the second floor as well as in the Adult Christian Formation section of the HTP website. All classes meet at 9:15 a.m. Current classes are:
· The Bible: Echoes and Mirrors, Comer Center Commons
· Life In Christ, Comer Center Room 257
· Faith and Life, Gaylord Room
Faith and Life Class Studying Westerhoff Book
The
spring Faith and Life class, which meets Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in
the Gaylord Room, is using John Westerhoff's book, Living Faithfully as a Prayer Book People,
as a resource to explore life centered around the Book of Common
Prayer. This class is excellent for newcomers, for those who seek
baptism, confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church, and for
those who simply want to learn more about the Episcopal Church. With
the use of Westerhoff's book, the course is also intended for church
members who want to explore Anglican spirituality. Contact Father
Deneke for more information at deneke@htparish.com or 404.377.2622.
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YOUTH & CHILDREN
VBS Registration Underway
 Registration is open for Vacation Bible School. The VBS dates are June 16-20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Once again, we are using the very popular VBS program from Group Publishing; this year's theme is "Power Lab: Discovering Jesus' Miraculous Power." VBS is open to all rising kindergarteners through rising 5th graders, and it's FREE! 50 spaces are available (including an expected 20-25 visitors from St. Bartholomew's Church) and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Don't delay - sign up soon for this great week of fun in the (soon to be created) HTP science lab! Contact Chris Bray for more information. 5/17 - Children's Eucharistic Workshop
 All
children and parents are invited to the upcoming Eucharistic Workshop
at HTP on Saturday, May 17 at 9:30 a.m. This workshop, which is
designed for kids and parents to do together, will include
age-appropriate instruction about the Holy Eucharist for children plus
helpful information for parents. We'll also enjoy music, food, and fun.
We'll even bake (and break) bread together! The highlight of the event
will be an instructed Eucharist with Fr. Deneke. Contact Chris Bray for more information or to register.
5/18 - Faith Factory Spring Production
Faith Factory will present the musical "Zeroes into Heroes," which tells the story of Gideon, on Sunday, May 18 at 9:15 a.m. in the nave. All are welcome!
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OUTREACH
5/11 - UTO In-Gathering
 The United Thank Offering Spring In-gathering will be on Sunday, May 11 (the Day of Pentecost). If you've been saving coins in a little blue box, this is the day to bring it to church. If you've not been giving thanks daily for all God's blessings, it's never too late to start. You may pick up a blue box in the narthex this morning at the UTO display.
GreenChurch Committee News
Thanks to the organizing efforts of Tish Wallace, we will begin to recycle items from the church kitchen starting this week. Recyclable items such as metal cans, plastic containers, and glass containers will be collected in designated trash cans and taken to appropriate recycling sites by volunteers. Thanks for helping to keep our planet clean. (Note: Aluminum cans will still be collected in separate containers by the youth group with the resulting money to be used for trips.)
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
5/7 - Diocesan Young Adults' Movie Night
The Diocese of Atlanta Young Adults (DAYA) - 20/30-somethings - will meet Wednesday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Amerson House at St. Bart's for dinner and a movie. For more information on this and other DAYA events, see http://daya.episcopalatlanta.org.
5/18 - Susan Werner concert at All Saints'
 All Saints' Café Night presents singer/songwriter Susan Werner on Sunday, May 18.
Click HERE to see a preview: a video montage of Susan performing last May in Cambridge, Mass.
Susan's new album, "The Gospel Truth," explores the role of the church in American life and speaks in a wide variety of voices, from faithful and traditional to the critical and unconvinced. Susan is one of the leading voices in the folk music genre and has a string of accolades from the likes of the Washington Post, the Village Voice, and NPR. She was recently named Contemporary Artist of the Year for 2008 by the Folk Alliance.
 The evening begins with a wine & cheese reception at 6:30 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.allsaintsatlanta.org.
(If you can't make it to All Saints' on the 18th, Susan will also be playing a show at Eddie's Attic in Decatur on Friday, May 16 at 8 p.m. For more information and to buy tickets, see www.eddiesattic.com.)
Note from Tracy Wells: I helped book this gig for Susan (I also work part-time down at All Saints' as their webmaster). Susan is one of my favorite artists and in addition to being amazingly talented, is also one of the nicest people I've ever met. She is a GREAT entertainer and I would be willing to bet you will LOVE the show if you come!
Volunteers Needed at Holy Comforter
The Church of the Holy Comforter
at 737 Woodland Ave. in Atlanta needs volunteers. Holy Comforter ministers to
neighbors who are mentally ill, developmentally disabled, sick or elderly.
There is an immediate need for
volunteers to:
- drive church
vans,
- coordinate a
transportation program,
- input data for a
directory and then produce the directory, and
- establish and
administer a system for registering Friendship Center participants.
- There's also an
outdoor work day planned May 10.
If you can help,
call the Rev. Mike Tanner at 404-402-9876 or e-mail him at mtanner@bellsouth.net. To find out more
about Holy Comforter, click here.
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By the way...
Contest set for General
Convention logo
Requesting entries
by June 30, organizers have launched a churchwide contest for logo designs
conveying the 2009 General Convention theme of "ubuntu" (pronounced
oo-BOON-too), a Zulu or Xhosa word that describes humaneness encompassing a
sense of caring, sharing and being in harmony with all of creation. > more
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Tracy Wells