Sunday Schedule
The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 9th
8:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Rite I
9:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Enriching Our Worship
11:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Rite II
8:00 a.m.
Reader and Intercessor:
Steve Bechtler
Chalice:
Chris McNabb
Acolyte:
Lynne Davis
Van Davis
Ushers:
Tom Cooper
Richard Farnum
Joanna Storrar
Prayer Partner:
Curtis Hoberman
9:00 a.m. Reader: Bucky Brown Intercessor: Connie White Chalice: Alex DeMarco Grant Fraser Jim Phillips Connie White Acolytes: Uzo Achebe Gavin Horoszewski PJ Horoszewski Verger: James Scott Ushers: Trey Delaney Hillary Delaney Bob Gorman Steve Suttmeier John White Audio: Marc Sibilia Prayer Partner: Bill Haynes 11:00 a.m. Reader: Michael Stebbins Intercessor: Tom True Chalice: Catie Fleming Michael Kraus Maureen McCormick Phil Unetic Acolytes: Ann Laughlin Jolanis Alexandre Rosemary Parish Verger: James Scott Ushers: Noreen Duncan Steve Isham Tom Scott Robert von Zumbusch Audio: Brian Duane Prayer Partner: Steve Isham
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Isaiah 58:1-9a [9b-12]
Psalm 112:1-9 [10]
1 Corinthians 2:1-12 [13-16]
Matthew 5:13-20
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Homilist:
The Very Rev. Kurt H. Dunkle
Notes on the Sunday Bible Readings "Lectionary Notes" for Sundays (as well as major feasts and festivals) by Gordon Graham can now be found on the web at Notes
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Trinity's Pastoral Care tradition is one of devoted clergy working hand in hand with trained lay ministers/ parishioners.
If you need - or someone you know is needing - spiritual tending, a way to ease the heaviness of an unwelcome burden, please contact us. Whether the need is acute or ongoing, as parishioners trained in various types of pastoral ministry we offer solace and support that reflects God's presence and healing power in our lives.
Life-altering situations - times of joy, sadness, illness or changing circumstances - often increase a yearning to be nurtured by our faith community, by its comforting prayers and acts of kindness. If now is one of those times for you, simply phone:
609-924-2277 ext. 350; or email: trinityprincetonclergy@gmail.com
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Your Representatives
Vestry
Doug Fitzgerald, Senior Warden
Juliet Richardson, Junior Warden
Rob Hearne, Finance
Class of 2014
Ildiko Antal
Lynne Davis
Bill Vogt
Ann Zultner
Class of 2015
Curtis Hoberman
Lily Leonard
Maureen McCormick
Guy Pierson
Class of 2016 Bucky Brown Trey Delaney Tracey Knerr Thalia Mingo
Diocesan Convention
2014 Deputies
Tracey Knerr
Jim Phillips
Bruce Woodger
2014 Alternates
Hillary Delaney Steve Isham John Meier
Trenton Convocation
Paul Becker Ted Bromley
Caswell Cooke Trey Delaney Harriet Stuart Sylvia Temmer Gil Quinton
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Trinity Staff
The. Rev Paul Jeanes III
Rector
jeanesp@trinityprinceton.org
cell: 609-851-6989
The Rev. Jennifer Replogle
Associate Rector reploglej@trinityprinceton.org
cell: 985-705-6500
Tom Whittemore
Music Director
whittemoret@trinityprinceton.org
Nancy Hagner
Christian Education Director & Newcomers
hagnern@trinityprinceton.org
Pat Hawkins
Parish Administrator
hawkinsp@trinityprinceton.org
Elly Matsil
Parish Accountant
matsile@trinityprinceton.org
Enrique Ramirez
Sexton
Roberto Melgoza
Sexton
Joe Matsil
Sexton
33 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.924.2277
www.trinityprinceton.org
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When you don't feel finished...
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Do you ever feel unfinished at the end of the day?
Are you always aware of how much else there is to do?
Are there parts of your life that feel incomplete, unresolved?
This week's Gospel passage included the Song of Simeon, a wonderful prayer in our tradition, that I have found to give me peace and hope in times when I am left feeling incomplete. In this video, I give a reflection on the prayer and it's place in my life.
I pray that you may find that solace too - in the end of your days that seem left undone, in relationships ended that left you with open wounds and longings, in the death of loved ones whose lives ended far too soon, in all of the parts of your life where you need peace, and deep in your soul where you long to be set free.
Lord, you now have set your servant free
to go in peace as you have promised;
For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,
whom you have prepared for all the world to see:
A Light to enlighten the nations,
and the glory of your people Israel.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit
as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.
Peace,
Jenny+
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Stewardship 2014
Sincere thanks to all those
who have made a pledge for 2014!
Thank you to following folks who have sent in their pledges over the last week.
Jean Cary
Glenn & Laurie Cleveland
Jane DeLung
Joseph & Nancy Drosdick
David & Rosemarie Earley
Verena Edwards
Lauren Goldstein
Charlie & Lucia Huebner
Edythe Jackson
Tracy & Susan MacGregor
Robert & Cornelia O'Grady
John & Doris Shea
Anne Steinhorn
Gary & Lanhi Tier
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GTS Dean Dunkle to Preach at Trinity
February 9  The Very Rev. Kurt H. Dunkle, Dean and President of General Theological Seminary in New York City, is scheduled to visit Trinity on Sunday, February 9.Dean Dunkle will preach at the three morning services (8 a.m., 9 a.m., and 11 a.m.) and will lead the Adult Forum Hour in Pierce Hall at 10:00 a.m. Dunkle is a graduate of General Seminary (Class of 2004), where he earned the Seymour Prize in Preaching. Before his call to General, he served as Rector of Grace Episcopal Church, Orange Park, Florida, a parish which experienced significant growth under his leadership. Prior to his ministry at Grace, Dunkle served as Canon to the Ordinary in the Episcopal Diocese of Florida, representing the Rt. Rev. Samuel Johnson Howard in all aspects of diocesan life, particularly managing clergy and congregational conflict. Dunkle was called to General as Dean in July, 2013, and is engaged in strengthening the Seminary's mission by exploring innovative ways to form leaders ready to support the changing needs of our Church in the 21st Century.
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Newcomer's Brunch
This Sunday, February 9, 12:00 noon
 Please join the Newcomer's Committee in welcoming newcomers to Trinity. This twice yearly brunch is a way to meet and greet our newcomers in a smaller and social setting. We need Trinity "long-timers" as well as recent members, young and old to join us and perhaps contribute a dish to share. And of course, if you are a Newcomer, we really want to meet you and your family at brunch. RSVP if you can, or just come along on Sunday.
hagner.nancy@gmail.com or 609-924-2277, ext. 307.
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Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study
2nd Corinthians
This Sunday at 10am in the Library we will be looking at the Apostle Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians. In particular, we will be discussing verses 1:23 through 3:6. What does Paul mean when he writes that through us God "spreads in every place the fragrance that comes from knowing him"? We will look at the background to the letter and its relevance for us. No previous knowledge or study is necessary. No long-term commitment required. And all perspectives are welcome! We hope you can join us. - Jolyon Pruszinski, Seminary Intern
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Trinity Hunger Fund
This Sunday we will be taking up the monthly collection for the Trinity Hunger Fund, envelopes will be in the pews. The Hunger Fund has both a local and global outreach as it supports the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Mercer Street Friends Food Co-Op, Bread for the World and Episcopal Relief & Development.
Hunger haunts us a both home and abroad and through your generosity we are able to provide assistance to Agencies that directly give food to the hungry people and to Agencies that are working to address the causes of global hunger and poverty.
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Episcopal 101
Begins February 16, 10:00 am
Episcopal 101 returns February 16, 23, March 2, 9. New to the Episcopal Church? Curious about the Book of Common Prayer? Church History? What we are doing in the liturgy? What do Episcopalians believe?
Join us for 4 weeks of fellowship, learning, and questions (led by Fr. Paul, Rev. Jenny, and Nancy) about being an Episcopalian. All are welcome, whether you have been a life-long member of the Church, are seeking to be confirmed or received, or are simply curious!
Please contact Nancy Hagner if you plan to attend so we can be sure to have enough materials. hagner.nancy@gmail.com or 609-924-2277, ext. 307.
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Valentines for Food
Trinity is participating in the annual Valentines for Food drive supporting Crisis Ministry. Please pick up a shopping bag and a list of suggested items to purchase to support the drive and bring them to church between now and February 14. Bags and lists are at the narthex and South Transept doors and outside Pierce Hall. Trinity has partnered with Crisis Ministry for over 30 years and Crisis Ministry truly appreciates the efforts of the parish.
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One Table Café
February 21st
This dinner, with special guest speaker, Tracey D. Syphax, and food provided by the Witherspoon Grill, is looking to be a great one. Mr. Syphax is a successful Trenton entrepreneur, a community activist, and an engaging motivational speaker. His riveting life story is shared in the compelling book, From the Block to the Boardroom. If you haven't attended One Table Cafe, you are missing out on a great and joyful Trinity effort to feed our community in body and spirit.
Come on! Make your reservations early by calling 609-924-2277, ext 352 (reservations are required).
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Introducing:
Women's Bible Study and Discussion
Thursdays 9:30am
with childcare provided for young children
After requests from and discussions with some great women, I am very excited to say that we have started a Bible study and discussion group for women at Trinity, during which we will provide childcare so that moms with young children can join us for a time of conversation and fellowship.
We will begin discussing Brene Brown's wonderful book, Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead.
We would love to have you join us! Please email Jenny+ if you are interested or would like more information.
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Rummage Needs You
The 44th Annual Spring Rummage Sale is rapidly approaching and Rummage needs your donations to make it all happen. Dishes and crockery. Dresses and men's suits. Jeans and polo's. Action figures and Barbie's. NY Times bestsellers and thrillers for summer reading. Fine china and silver. Purses and scarves. Coffee tables and sets of chairs. All these things and more are needed. If you're getting a start on spring cleaning or if you're looking to pass on a treasure that can become someone else's, too, please think of Trinity Rummage. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/trinityprincetonrummage or if you have a question, leave a message at 609-924-2277 ext 351.
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Lenten Icon Workshops
Trinity's Iconographer in Residence, Maureen McCormick, will lead two icon workshops during Lent. One class will be held on consecutive Mondays (10-4 each day) and the other class will be held on Sundays (3-7pm) plus two Saturdays (10am-4pm). In addition to completing an icon, students will be introduced to the mystical theology of the Christian East which informs and is integral to this ancient spiritual discipline. Artistic experience is not necessary! Beginning students will be given step-by-step instruction. For more information see the full announcement here, and/or contact Maureen ( maureen@princetonprosopon.org). Space is limited, so register soon.
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Trinity Strings
Trinity Strings next performance will be for the residents in the Alzheimer's/dementia unit at Pavilions at Forrestal on Valentine's Day at 4:00pm. The ensemble is made up of violinists and cellists who perform light classical and older popular tunes for people living in institutional facilities. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Suzanne Dicker at musicangela@msn.com.
http://www.atriumhealthusa.com/AL-pavilionsatforrestal.php
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Episcopal Relief and Development
Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) is the international relief and development agency of the Episcopal Church of the United States. As an independent 501(c)(3) organization, ERD takes its mandate from Jesus' words in Matthew 25:40, "Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of these who are members of my family, you did it to me."
Its programs work towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals. Together with the worldwide Church and ecumenical partners, ERD helps to rebuild after disasters and to empower people to identify and work towards lasting solutions that fight poverty, hunger and disease.
From now until December 6, ERD has a challenge grant in place. Donations to its programs or to the Gifts for Life catalog will be matched dollar for dollar up to $500,000. For Thanksgiving or Christmas this year, please consider a gift in honor of a loved one from the Gifts for Life catalog or consider a gift to continue to help with disaster recovery from events such as Hurricane Sandy.
Donations can be made on the Episcopal Relief website (please identify yourself as a member of Trinity, Princeton) or by check. Please contact Ann Zultner if you have any questions.
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Be Safe this winter!
We've now been hit with our second snow storm. As lovely as the snow can be and fun to sledding and skiing...it can be hazardous as well. Let's be safe and prepared this winter!
Here are a couple of helpful links from the American Red Cross.
Winter Storm Safety Checklist
Power Outage Checklist
Stay safe, and let's look out for one another!
Thanks to Curtis Hoberman for this safety information.
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