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This Sunday's Services
October 18, 2015
7:45am H. Eucharist, Rite 1
10:00am Combined Eucharist
2:00pm Chapel on the Green
5:00pm Choral Evensong
Monday, October 19
6:30 Table on the Green
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! This Sunday October 18: 10:00 a.m. Combined Service
Parish Meeting & Potluck Luncheon
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Preparing for the Next Stage of Life
 This weekend we begin the discussion of our parish's book of the year, Being Mortal. We will view the Frontline program by the same name, as well as be treated to a presentation on preparing for a good death and dying in the 21st century by Dr. Lydia Dugdale. This will be followed up with information and resources that we each ought to be responsibly considering and completing with our family and parish. I hope that you, your adult children and your caregivers will join us to learn how we can better assist each other in this preparation. In keeping with this theme, I leave you with one of my favorite poems, Crossing the Bar by Alfred Lord Tennyson. Sunset and evening star
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For though from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crossed the bar. Alfred Lord Tennyson, 1889 Rowena+
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This Sunday October 18: 10:00 a.m. Combined Service
Parish Meeting & Potluck Luncheon
On Sunday, October 18 following the combined 10:00 a.m. service, Trinity will host a Parish Meeting & Potluck luncheon. This year, there will be an exciting new program of "workshops" to participate in that will offer opportunities for learning, deepening spirituality, and fellowship. Combined with delicious food to enjoy, this is not to be missed. Childcare will be provided. 
To give more room to the Holy Spirit and to stimulate more dialogue and interaction, there will be four workshops to choose from: Outreach Guest Speaker, Sunday School, Spirituality, Guest Speaker, and a presentation from Stewardship Committee. You will be able to select three workshops of your preference; every workshop will run for 20 minutes. The workshops will take place in the different venues of our church building.
Help with the Potluck!
Please plan to attend. All are asked to bring their favorite dish according to your last name: A-K - side dish or salad I-Z - main dish. All dishes should feed at least 8 people, and remember to label your dishes and serving utensils. Important: Please bring food ready to serve or requiring only a quick reheat as oven space is limited.
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The Rev. Estelle Webb Retiring 
Our clergy Minister for Elder Care, The Rev. Estelle Webb, is leaving. We are very sad to see her leave active ministry, but Estelle has decided it is time for full retirement.
We very much appreciate her compassionate ministry to the elderly of Trinity. Several years ago Estelle retired from as full-time clergy at Trinity but two years ago she graciously returned to assist us in our elder care ministry.
We will miss her, but happily Estelle will continue to attend Trinity and stay connected with us. We wish her well and we look forward to her continuing presence in the Trinity family.
Thank you very much Estelle for your unmatched way in which you communicate God's grace towards people in need. God's richest blessings!
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Join us for Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Luke
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Trinity's 2015 Read-In: Atul Gawande Being Mortal
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Still Small Voice October 2015
Special Issue on Trinity's Building
Here is Trinity's fall news letter. This special Still Small Voice gives more background information about our building, now that we are about to celebrate the bicentennial of our building's presence on our New Haven Green.
Please click here t o find the newsletter.
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Table on the Green
 Table on the Green: Perichoresis gathers for sacred meal and stories on Mondays, September 28 - November 9. Meet on the front steps at 6:30pm for worship, or come early at 5:45pm to help prepare! No RSVP necessary. Questions? Contact Liesl Spitz at liesl.spitz@yale.edu." |
 Holiday Bazaar
Holiday Bazaar November 19 - 22. The steps are crumbling. Two windows are still in need of repair. The Holiday Bazaar is crucial to this restoration effort. This event belongs to the people of Trinity. We welcome everyone, especially new folks, to find some piece that they can own, contribute to, or help. The Holiday Bazaar schedule is on line. http://trinitynewhaven.org/holiday-bazaar/ Sign-up sheets, schedules flyers and contact info are posted in the front entrance. Volunteers are crucial to the success of the Holiday Bazaar. Please see: Mary Ann Stroup trinitybazaar1@gamil.com or Jenny Briggs at jenniferobriggs@gamil.com
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Sunday School Registration is open! You may register with our new Church School director, Julia Johnson, at coffee hour following the 10am service, or online . If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Julia Johnson. |
Fourth Tuesday: Holiday Bazaar Sews and Knits
 Join us for an evening of making and preparing items for the Holiday Bazaar the fourth Tuesday of the month from
5:30 until 8:00 in the Undercroft. Come and help, bring your sewing machines, extension cords, and ideas. We very much need folks to iron, to hand stitch, and assemble, and to support our machine sewist. Come learn how to knit and help create simple knitted items for the bazaar and prayer shawls for the healing ministry. Bring your friends
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Wednesday Club
Please come, and invite your friends, to join this informal group of people who meet to have coffee, fellowship and chat while doing what they are good at such as; hand sewing, knitting, wrapping, sorting, pricing. This group supports the Holiday Bazaar, Days for Girls, Prayer Shawls and other projects as we are able. We meet on Wednesday mornings in Trinity's undercroft from 9:15 until noon. Afterwards many of us attend the Wednesday, Eucharist and Healing service at 12:10.
For more information, contact Mary Ann Stroup
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Sunday School Events
Meeting with parents: October 18th 
On Sunday, October 18th, our new Church School Director, Julia Johnson, will be speaking at one of the informational sessions held during the forum. Returning and prospective parents are welcome to attend to ask questions and learn more about Trinity's Sunday School. We hope to see you there!
Halloween at Trinity! Spooky Scavenger Hunt: November 1st:
Trinity will be hosting a children's scavenger hunt in the Nave on Sunday, November 1st at 12PM. This will be an excellent opportunity for children of all ages to come in costume and collect candy while also learning about the spooky history of Trinity's church! We hope to see you there!
Pageant sign up: November 1st
Fall has finally arrived in New Haven, which means Christmas is just around the corner! The Children's Christmas Pageant is December 13th, 2015. Sign up for participation will begin November 1st. Stay posted for information from the Trinity bulletin for more information!
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Youth Group has started- please join us!
Kids in grades 6-12 are encouraged to join Trinity's youth group, with their second outing this Sunday afternoon! Trinity member and longtime recreation professional Pat Rossiter will lead, along with Julia Johnson and other adult chaperones, outings throughout the year. Trinity youth and friends are invited and encouraged to attend: More information and specifics will be made available closer to each trip. Watch for announcements. Also, we are looking for adult volunteers willing to give some time and talent to this new youth initiative. Want to work directly with youth? Willing to drive? Willing to bake? Have something else to offer? We want to hear from you! For more information about trips or to volunteer your time, please get in touch with Pat Rossiter by email or phone: (860) 304-9198 |
Book Club Meeting
Trinity Book Group will be meeting on Wednesday, November 11 at 4 pm at the home of Charlotte Rea (510 508 6648) email. Please note the time. We are excited to be discussing Journey from the Land of No with the author Roya Hakakian. This is a memoir about a charmed childhood in pre-revolutionary Iran- a time when veils for women were banned and mini skirts were all the rage - to the dawning of the Islamic Fundamentalist revolution. Please contact Charlotte immediately to confirm you will be attending. If you have any questions please contact Jenny Briggs
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All Faithful Departed: Calling for names
On Sunday, November 1st at 5pm we will once again celebrate our faithfully departed in a requiem choral Eucharist. Please send the names of your deceased loved ones to the office no later than the close of business
on Friday, October 23rd, 2015.
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Trinity Coffee House: Saturday, October 24, 7pm
Please join us for a casual evening of music and light refreshments in the parish hall (undercroft). The Asberry Boys blend acoustic rock and blues and a bit of funk, bringing a new sound to Trinity's tradition of glorious music. More information here ; tickets are are available here: $15 in advance and $20 at the door the night of the concert- Tickets will be available in the Narthex before the 10:00 service Sunday, October 18
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Anniversary for Chapel on the Green!
The seventh anniversary of Chapel on the Green will be celebrated on Sunday 11/1. Trinity is hosting the lunch that day and we need your help.
We still need:
- 1 -2 large pots of chicken chili (a recipe of your choice)
- pans of cornbread
- bottled water
- help with serving, set-up, clean-up.
The Chapel on the Green service begins at 2:00 and lunch is served about 2:30.
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Come to the Sunday Forum, Every Sunday
10:10-10:50am, parish hall (church basement / undercroft)
Sunday October 18: Parish Meeting: 4 workshops on Spirituality, Sunday School, Stewardship, and Outreach at Trinity
Sunday October 25: History Ministry Presentation
Sunday November 1: History Ministry Conversation
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Casting Call
CASTING CALL. The Trinity Players will present the liturgical drama, HOLIDAY FROM HELL at services on Nov. 8. We need actors, a stage manager, producer, publicity person, and helpers. If you would like to be involved, contact Bob Sandine. 203-494-4172 or rdsandine@yahoo.com. Inspired by CS Lewis' The Great Divorce, this delightful, short drama by Neil Olsen shows what happens when the folks from Hell are able to take a bus trip to Heaven. All aboard! |
Yale Leadership Conversations
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Jesus has Arrived!
 A statue of Jesus has been going around area churches and is here to stay at Trinity. Timothy Schmaltz created this statue with the following in mind: "This sculpture is a visual representation of charity. We should see Christ in the poor and the hungry. We should see our acts of kindness to them as kindness to Him. Inspired by the Gospel of Matthew 25:40."
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History Ministry Annual Meeting
History Ministry's 2nd Annual Meeting will be Saturday, October 31st at 10:30 am in the Undercroft (Parish Hall). All are welcome! Come see if there is a place for you, helping with anything from archiving, giving tours, planning events or exhibitions to doing research! Contact Peg Chambers with questions, pchambers03@snet.net.
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Combatants for Peace Fundraiser
 On October 14th, you're invited to a fundraiser for Combatants of Peace, a nonviolent bi-national activist group in the home of Bruce Barrett, founder of IWagePeace, at 47 Point Beach Drive in Milford, at 6pm. The fundraiser will focus on the personal stories from members of Combatants for Peace and will touch on topics such as the Israel and Palestine conflict and other nonviolent strategies and problem solving situations. There will be a reception and open discussion to follow.
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Episcopal Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
April 10-April 21, 2016 
Join Bishop Laura Ahrens for what promises to be a deeply profound, spiritual pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2016. This pilgrimage will seek to connect us to the biblical stories of our faith as it awakens God's story within us. The pilgrimage will include visiting holy sites, learning about the lives of Christians, Muslims and Jews in the Holy Land today and allowing the Holy Spirit to stir up in us a deeper awareness of God's love as we connect to the land and people of the past and present. See The Rev. Rowena Kemp for more information and to sign up.
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Helping Older People Remain Independent 
Dear Friends of IVC,
The fall edition of Connections, Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers newsletter is out!
A big thank you to donors and volunteers. You do make a difference.
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Volunteers Needed At DESK and Columbus House
Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK): Next trinity date: November 10th (and the second Tuesday of every month) volunteers are needed from 5:00 - 7:00 pm to serve the meal and help with clean-up. DESK serves from the Center Church Parish House, 311 Temple St., New Haven. Please contact Chuck Kaywood to let him know if you are available to help.
Columbus House: Next Trinity date: November 17th (and the third Tuesday of every month). Trinity cooks and serves the meal at Columbus House. Volunteers are needed from about 4:00 - 6:00 pm each month. Please contact Warner Marshall or George Gillin if you are available to help or for more information.
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Commemorative Flowers
 It has been a long tradition at Trinity for individuals or groups to request flowers on the altars that commemorate, honor, or celebrate a special person or event. And our Trinity Altar Guild orders, arranges, and coordinates flowers for all altars. The contribution for commemorative flowers is $35. Color preference will be honored if available through our vendor. There may be more than one request on a Sunday. When this occurs, the first person scheduled, is the one whose choice is followed. For requests and payments please email Erika Lindgren at our parish office or call her at 203 624-3101.
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Days for Girls Collaboration with Trinity
Days for Girls- "Every Girl. Everywhere. Period."
Help keep girls in school by providing sustainable Feminine Hygiene Kits for girls in third world countries This year our goal is 1000+ kits to support the Chumvi DFG Sewing Center in Kenya and to assist other DFG distributions around the world. With all of the school sales happening, this is the time to help by purchasing Packages of GIRL's BRIEF panties sizes 10-16 (please no character prints). The magic number is 2000 pair. Save the date: our next Sew-a-thon, Kit Assembly and Brunch Fundraiser is Sat Oct 3 at Trinity from 9am -1pm. Contact Mary Anne Stroup.
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Church and Office Hours - clarification
Previous announcement was unfortunately incomplete. Please note important correction:
Church open to public Monday: closed for maintenance during day; 5pm-8pm open for meetings Tuesday: 11am-2pm
Wednesday: 8:30am-2pm
Thursday: 11am-2pm
Friday: 11am-2pm
Saturday: 8:30am-2pm
Sunday: 7am-6pm
Office
Our parish office is open from
Monday through Friday, from 9 am-5pm.
Staff meeting is on Tuesday, 10-11am.
During that hour it is not always possible to answer phone calls.
Clergy
Parish Clergy is on call 24/7: Luk and Rowena are organized to secure availability. For emergencies please call 475-227-9583.
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Church Event Calendar: Contact Sam Sigg
S am Sigg, our head sexton, is now managing our church event calendar. From now on, to schedule meetings or events, via email please contact Sam Sigg. Before announcing your meeting or event to the community, make sure your date and venue are confirmed by Sam, given our limited space for meetings.
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Office Information
To contact our administrative assistant, please use this email address:
Telephone: 203 624 3101
Our current Office Hours are the following:
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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We pray for...
Those who are on our parish prayer list...
\Rich Miller
Amber
Michael
Eric
| Neil
Bob W.
Nancy
Barbara |
Marge
Bill
Louise
John Coady
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Ben
Greta
Kate
Bob W.
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Want to add someone to our prayer list?
Would you like to add yourself or a member of your family to the our prayer list? Let us know about an anniversary or special occasion? Via email or telephone, contact the parish administrative assistant.
Memorial flowers are also available to honor the departed.
NOTE: Prayer requests will remain on the prayer list for TWO weeks, please contact the Parish Office if you wish to add names that have been removed.
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The 10am service is available as a conference call to all of you who are unable to attend church.
To access the conference call, dial 1-877-594-8353 and follow the prompts. When asked the CODE NUMBER type in 58775537 on your phone number pad.
Of course, we especially welcome those of you who are unable to attend church due to medical concerns, however, if you are out of town on vacation you, too, can stay in touch with Trinity with the conference call!
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Trinity Church on the Green
On the corner of Temple and Chapel Streets Trinity Church Parish Office: 950 Chapel Street, Fl. 2 New Haven, CT 06510-2515 Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday -Friday Phone: (203) 624-3101 Fax: (203) 624-2412 E-mail: adminassistant@trinitynewhaven.org |
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