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Greetings!
It was great to be back with the congregation this past Sunday, after my time away. We had a great vacation with lots of adventures, and it's always good to come home. We are now beginning the "gearing up" process that will lead us to launch a new season of ministry in the Fall. I'm grateful to Rev. Elizabeth, Rev. Mary, and Alecia for their great work while I was away.
As most of you are aware, just before my vacation began, we presented to the congregation a proposal about starting a cafe on our campus. That presentation has generated much interest and discussion, which is all to the good. Now that I am back, I am in the process of consulting with various people in the congregation, including the Vestry, and will shortly be able to announce how our process of discernment around this proposal, and the questions that have flowed from it, will continue.
I would like to commend the Core Teams, that were formed out of our Planning Extravaganza in April, for the great work they have been doing since then. We should have a projected three year plan from each team by the time the Vestry meets next week, and we will then begin the work of incorporating these individual plans into a master three year plan for the congregation. Our goal is to be able to present that plan to you on Sunday, September 11.
This Sunday, the Gospel offers us some teaching from Jesus on prayer. Part of that teaching has become the basis for the Lord's Prayer in the Christian tradition. Jesus' teaching points toward God's availability to us when we "knock" and "seek", promising us that we shall indeed "find" when we approach God in prayer. What does this mean to us today? We'll be exploring that theme this Sunday.
Peace,
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August 12 - OWLS Picnic at Trinity
August 13 - Youth, Children, and Families Pool Party
August 18-21 - Church Camping Trip to Big Sur
September 11 - Celebration Sunday
September 30 - October 2 - All Church Retreat
October 16 - Bishop's Visitation to Trinity
October 22 - Hearts for Justice |
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CHILDREN, YOUTH, & FAMILIES NEWS
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This Coming Sunday: Summer Sunday School
Trinity's summer Sunday school program continues this week! All K-5th graders are encouraged to arrive by 10:00 in the Good Shepherd classroom for this fun lesson. This week our own Kate Dutton Gillett will lead What Matters to Me and Why Sunday school program for children. Kate will talk about creating art and its transformative effect.
Please note that the Nursery will remain open every Sunday through the summer for younger children.
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Summer Pool Party for Children, Youth and Families
Saturday, August 13, 3-6 pm
Parents, children and youth are invited to a potluck pool party at the home of Cathy and Robert Sage. Join us to enjoy the beautiful summer weather and get to know other families at Trinity! If you have any questions or want to RSVP please contact Cathy Sage.
Address: 540 Los Altos Ave. Los Altos, CA 94022
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Vestry Meeting Next Week
Tuesday, July 26th, 7:00 pm in Angus Hall
The Trinity Vestry will be meeting next week for their July meeting. Vestry meetings, unless in executive session, are open to anyone in the congregation to attend. Next week the Vestry will be discussing:
- Cafe Proposal Feedback, Recent Developments, and Continuing Discernment
- Review of Extravaganza Planning Process and Next Steps
- Discussion of Associate Rector Sabbatical Policy
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Backpack Drive for Redwood Family House
Through August 7th
This year we are collecting backpacks and school supplies for Redwood Family House, a shelter operated by LifeMoves (formerly InnVision Shelter Network) that provides transitional housing for homeless families. Redwood Family House is located near Woodside Road in Redwood City and houses 9 families with almost 20 children.
We are collecting backpacks and supplies now through August 7, and plan to deliver 20 backpacks with basic school supplies before school begins in Redwood City mid-August. Sign ups for donations of supplies will be available after church on Sunday or by contacting Jim. As an alternative to shopping, donations made to the Outreach Backpack Drive through August 7 are also welcome. Financial donations can be made by clicking here. For more information or to sign up for items please contact Jim Bramlett.
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OWLS Annual Picnic
Friday August 12th, Noon in the Trinity Courtyard
Please join us on Friday, August 12th, at 12:00 for the OWLS Annual Picnic, held this year at Trinity. We are setting up tables in the courtyard between the Church and Montgomery House, under the cool shade of the trees. Our own Alecia McDowell and her husband Nate will be the Disc Jockeys for the event, playing your favorite songs to celebrate the summer and entertain attendees. If you have any special music requests please call/email Alecia. Come visit with your friends and catch up, in a festive, yet relaxing venue. We will serve BBQ chicken, ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, corn muffins, watermelon, and end the meal with "make your own sundaes". We hope to have a great turn-out, with OWLS and all parishioners who want to join us!! But we need you to call or email our "D.J. Extraordinaire" Alecia in the Church Office to let us know by August 9th if you are coming. Hope to see you at the picnic!
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Big Sur Camping Trip
August 18-21, 2016
Join the Trinity community for a relaxing weekend of camping and fun in Big Sur!
The Santa Lucia Chapel and Campground, a mission of All Saints Parish in Carmel, is a private and secluded campground in the gorgeous Big Sur area. The campground itself is right on the Big Sur River and has a family friendly beach area. The campground has running water and toilets (but no showers), picnic tables, a group barbecue area and a large campfire circle. A communal dinner will be prepared for all on Saturday night, but otherwise meals are individual responsibility. Our time together will include a Sunday morning Eucahrist in the outdoor chapel, as well as morning prayer and compline to start and end our days together. There are ocean beaches within driving distance for those who want to venture out. In general this weekend is a time to relax, play in the river and on the beach and have fun together as a church community. You are welcome to come for as much or as little time as you would like.
Cost: $30 per person for the weekend (children under 5 stay for free; $100 max per family)
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Thank you to Home & Hope Volunteers
Trinity Church recently completed its two weeks of hosting the Home & Hope rotating shelter program on July3. Our guests were very appreciative of the kindness shown by our volunteers who spent so much time with them and brought such wonderful meals. We hosted five families the first week, then dropped to four after one family secured permanent housing and exited the program.
We would like to acknowledge and thank more than 55 individuals representing 43 Trinity families who made it all possible, including younger family members who participated in the nightly activities and meal preparation: Steve & Joanne Andrew, Dick Babb, Estelle Bertolucci, Lynne & Jim Bramlett, Flo Britton, Allison Burzio, Nancy Child, Janis Christiansen, Bob Cleveland, Bill Coggshall, Lynn Cox, John & Susanne Crevelt, Mel Day & Frank Ham, Bruce Deal, Elizabeth Gheleta, Robert Gomes, David Hohl, Laurie Hunter, Eric Jones, Bob & Gerry Kirchgatter, Michelle & Jason Koglin, Violet Lyon, Elaine MacDonald, Cheryl MacGregor, Ron & Sally Mancini, Timi Most, Jim & Barbara Newton, Michael & Gail O'Connor, Karen Paese & Moises Sabio, Pat Pavao, Becca Pecore, Lynn Pieron, Carol Press & Peter Worth, Maggie Pringle, Ross & Debbie Smith, Cristina & Ben Smith, Haydi Sowerwine, Jeannie Thomas, Sarah Tkach, Victoria Tregoning, Fiona Walker, Chrisie Wendin, Robin Whalen, Sally Young, and Emilee Wilhelm's team from St. Bede's Episcopal Church.
You can read more about our involvement with Home and Hope on the Trinity blog here.
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Twilight Fashion Show for Catherine's Center
August 30th 5:30-7:30 pm at Trinity Church
Catherine's Center will be hosting their annual fashion show fundraiser at Trinity on Tuesday August 30th. Join us for cocktails, mocktails, and heavy hors d'oeuvres to help support the work of Catherine's Center. Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased here. |
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Meals on Wheels Needs Drivers
Meals on Wheels is the sole provider of home delivered meals to residents of the south San Mateo County. They serve clients who cannot shop or cook for themselves and reside in Burlingame through Menlo Park and East Palo Alto. The program is expanding to serve older adults throughout San Mateo County and they need additional volunteers to deliver meals.
They are also hiring for several positions, including: office assistance, nutritional deliverer, and in-home assessment coordinator.
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July 24th, 2016
Tenth Sunday After Pentecost
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For information about online giving, and other information about Trinity, please visit our website: www.trinitymenlopark.org |
O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
- The Book of Common Prayer, page 825
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Sincerely,
Trinity Church Communications
Trinity Church in Menlo Park
650-326-2083
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