April 22, 2016
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NEWS & NOTES
A weekly newsletter from Trinity Episcopal Church
Ministry Group Leaders: Share your 'main' events
Ministry Group Leaders: We are starting work on the 2016-2017 events calendar. We hope to distribute a comprehensive brochure listing most large, parish-wide events on Homecoming Sunday in late August. Your help is needed! 

Email awright@fortworthtrinity.org with your group's "known" dates for programs, events, etc. (Send info on things for the 2016-2017 PROGRAM YEAR, which is roughly August 2016 to June 2017. Thank you!)
Trinity clergy, parishioners are on retreat with SSJE
Mother Carlye, Stephanie Moncrieff and 12 Trinity parishioners are in Cambridge, Mass., this weekend for a 4-day retreat hosted by The Society of Saint John the Evangelist (SSJE), a monastic community of The Episcopal Church & The Anglican Church of Canada. Most participants will be returning to Fort Worth on Monday. 
This Sunday: Trinity's Got Talent!
Trinity's Got Talent---come check it out on Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall! The Women of Trinity invite you to a talent show and visual-arts exhibition (topped off by an ice-cream social). Admission is free. This fun-filled program includes musical acts, dance numbers, poetry readings and displays by several visuals artists. The lineup includes...
  • "Four's Company" Barbershop Quartet
  • Paul Warren & John Hopkins: Duet
  • Brianna Cano: Contemporary Dance
  • Misa Womack: Trombone
  • William Bartell: Solo from "Hamilton"
  • Bruce Coggin: Short Story Reading
  • Cindy & Mark Sams: Duet
  • Bianca Schinzer: Ephemeral Dance
  • Josh Bacon: Voice Solo
  • And more!
Trinity Tuesday returns April 26
Join the discussion: Christianity, Racism and Racial Justice
The challenge of racism can overwhelm even the most devout Christian, yet we are urged by Biblical narrative to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. In our baptismal covenant we say, "With God's help we will strive for justice and peace among all people and respect the dignity of every human being." How are we to live into God's love for all people while the persistent problem of racism continues to plague people, institutions, and many aspects of our society and culture? A great way to explore answers to that question is to enter into conversation within the context of this community of faith. Our tradition of study, prayer, and discussion will guide us as we tackle complex issues.
 
Our next Trinity Tuesday session, led by Mother Carlye, is April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Due to the complex nature of the topic, participants will need to commit to attending a minimum of three sessions. (Unit continues on May 3, 10, 17, 24)
 
Participants are encouraged to begin one of these suggested books:
Please also watch the first video in the ChurchNext online class, "Racism and Racial Justice." Email trinity@fortworthtrinity.org and request log-in instructions.
Newcomers: Join us for coffee on May 1!
New to Trinity? Please join us for a special Newcomers Coffee Hour & Brunch on Sunday, May 1, at 10:40 a.m. in the Parish Hall. You'll have the chance to chat with clergy, vestry representatives and ministry group leaders. Come---be welcome!
Pentecost is Sunday, May 15
Worship at 10 a.m. with baptisms and confirmations
Pentecost is Sunday, May 15. We will have a combined 10 a.m. worship service with Bishop Scott Mayer celebrating and preaching. Don't forget to wear red! Pentecost is also the next opportunity for baptisms. Please email trinity@fortworthtrinity.org or come by the church office during the week to learn more. Immediately after worship we will gather near the altar for a group picture, followed by a special parish meeting.
Online registration now open for Vacation Bible School!
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for June 20-24 here at Trinity. This fun-filled week is open to children 3-years-old to 5th grade (2015-2016 school year). Join the fun as we "dive in" to God's word and explore the "Living Water" Christ offers to all people! Click here to register online!
Interested in video ministry?
We are looking for volunteers to help make video presentations part of our communications ministry. Do you have experience in videography and video editing? Are you willing to lend your expertise? Please contact Sarah Martinez in the church office if you would like to learn more about this new team: 817-926-4631 or smartinez@fortworthtrinity.org.
Senior Sending ceremony is May 8
Attention upcoming high-school graduates and parents! Our Senior Sending ceremony is Sunday, May 8. Please send the name of your graduate, a brief summary of their accomplishments, and post-graduation plans to trinity@fortworthtrinity.org. They will be recognized during morning worship and in the announcement bulletin.
 
Texas Rangers night is coming soon
Hang out with your Trinity family and cheer on the Texas Rangers! We're headed to Globe Life Park in Arlington on Friday, June 3 to see our home team take on the Seattle Mariners. We have a block of reserved seats in Section 44. Tickets are $25 per person and may purchased in the church office.
Trinity Happenings
Ascension Day is Thursday, May 5. Join us for worship in the garden at 7 p. m. 

Your dedications and donations for altar flowers are needed! Sponsoring the altar flowers is a beautiful way to honor loved ones. The suggested donation for altar flowers for a specific Sunday is $60 per family/individual. More than one family can sign up for each Sunday. You may sponsor more than one Sunday. These honorariums, remembrances and thanksgivings are acknowledged in the Sunday bulletin. Our expectation is that your payment will be made by the Monday prior to your Sunday dedication. All donations are tax-deductible. Click here to complete an online donation and dedication form. 
 
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Need to book a date and room for your Ministry Group? We've made it even easier with our new online Space Use Request Form! Click here (and save this link!) for the Space Use Request Form. You can also access this resource by under the 'About' tab at www.fortworthtrinity.org.
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