Trinity Trumpeter | February 16, 2024 | |
Hey Trinity,
This year, we partner with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of NWFL for our Lenten Mission Project. Since 2010 the Ronald McDonald House Charities of NWFL has served as a home-away-from-home and source of respite and resources for more than 29,000 adults and children. They have provided love and support to families of children with medical needs by giving them a place to call home. In a time of extreme doubt and stress their philosophy is to provide the opportunities for families to focus on their healing child and nothing else.
HELP US REACH OUR GOAL!
GOAL = $5,000
We encourage each of you to participate as well! However big or small, 100% of your donation will go towards helping families within our community face the most challenging time in their lives.
WAYS TO GIVE
- In-Person at any worship service (Cash or Check).
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Online by clicking the GIVE TODAY button below. Remember to put "LMP" in the memo spot!
You can also bring any of the items listed below to the church office during business hours.
- Large Rubbermaid Containers
- Paper Plates & Bowls
- Plastic Silverware
- Solo Cups
- Plastic Serving Utensils
- Ceramic Cereal Bowls
- Paper Towels
- Napkins
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Cereal
- Mac & Cheese
- Ziploc Bags
- Fruit Cups
- Boxed Pasta Meals
- Other individually wrapped snacks
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LENT SERMON SERIES - "DOUBT"
It's easy to think of doubt as a sign of weak faith. But it's not. Doubt happens. It's present in our lives every single day. But here is the good news, God isn't afraid of our doubts and we don't have to be either. In our lent sermon series, Doubt, we'll explore the questions that we may have been too afraid to ask.
Join us this Lenten season (February 18 - March 24) to have your questions answered.
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Dr. Sterling Boykin - NEW DS of Southeast District
You may recognize the name and face of Dr. Sterling Boykin, who served as Trinity's Senior Pastor from 2011- 2017. Please join us in CONGRATULATING Dr. Boykin as he has been appointed as the new district superintendent in the Southeast District.
To stay up-to-date on all the conference news, subscribe to their newsletter by clicking the button below.
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A Beginner's Guide to General Conference
General Conference is approaching quickly (April 23-May 3), but what is it? Have all your General Conference questions answered by this handy Beginner's Guide linked below. This guide will answer all the frequently asked questions concerning the General Conference.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & STUDIES | |
Thank you to everyone who has submitted a questionnaire and attended a listening group! Life in a faith community brings many joys and challenges; our goal is to continue working through all obstacles together to build a bright future that honors God. Join us for "Coffee with the DS" THIS UPCOMING SUNDAY, February 18 at 3:00 p.m. in the Memorial Fellowship Hall. Our District Superintendent, Rev. Jean Tippit, will be joining us to provide the answers to questions or address any concerns that came from the listening groups. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. See you there! | | |
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Early Morning Prayer Gathering
During Lent we reflect on what we need to discard or add to our lives that is going to enhance our relationship with Christ. Our First of All prayer group has planned an early morning prayer gathering to do just that. Join us for an early morning prayer session on Tuesday, February 27 from 6:30 AM – 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Let's come together and start the day praying for our families, friends, and community, and seek guidance and strength for our daily challenges. See you there!
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The OAKS - Lunch
The next OAKS meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 28. We are planning a lunch at either Olive Garden or Clubhouse Grill. More information will be sent via the mailing list. If you're interested in participating but not on the mailing list, please contact the church office.
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The Challenge Weekend - We Need Your Help!
The Challenge is back, and we need your help! We are looking for volunteers on Saturday, March 2, to help students find small group rooms, direct traffic, and have smiling faces. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience worship with over 200 teens in our Sanctuary. If you can't help, we need frozen hamburgers, hotdogs, personal-sized bagged chips, and cookies.
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Hop your way into spring at our super fun Easter Eggstravaganza! Our 3rd annual Easter Eggstravaganza is back! Join us Saturday, March 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the parking lot for THREE age-appropriate Egg hunts, food, games, music, and an all-around good time!
This is a community outreach event for families with children through grade 5. We plan to have three giant egg hunts, food, games, and more! Our goal is to have 20 stations with activities or games decorated by families, Sunday school classes, local businesses, and school clubs. The goal is for each booth to be a game or an activity for the children. We ask that you decorate for families of all ages to come, so be creative! None of this is possible without your help!
WHEN: Saturday, March 30 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Trinity United Methodist Church (403 Racetrack Rd NW, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547)
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Adventures in Marriage
Friday, April 12th, 6-9 pm
Friday, April 19th, 6-9 pm
Friday, April 26th, 6-9 pm
Sunday, May 3rd, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
We are excited to partner with Live the Life Northwest Florida and offer the "Adventures in Marriage" study! Adventures in Marriage helps couples discover better ways to:
- Meet needs
- Communicate
- Resolve conflict
- Express anger
- Avoid dirty fighting and
- Understand how their personality styles impact relationships for better or worse
Fun, practical, and easy to learn, Adventures in Marriage is appropriate for couples at ANY age or stage. The marriage communication program is designed to reach couples across the spectrum – from happy and highly motivated to struggling and highly stressed. Most people don't know "HOW" to be married. Experience your Best Marriage Ever enrichment class!
Couples will receive a $50 Amazon Gift Card for completing all sessions and answering surveys.
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Chancel Bell Players Needed
The Chancel Bell Choir needs players! If you have a passion for music and are interested in joining the choir, please consider joining our team. We seek dedicated individuals who can commit to weekly practices and occasional performances.
No prior experience is necessary, and training will be provided. Our goal is to create beautiful music and enhance our worship services through the art of handbell ringing.
If you want to join us, please get in touch with Mariah Picot in the church office for more information.
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Trinity Kids
It's time for a Trinity Kids parent Night! Join our Kids Ministry Coordinator, Jessica McClung, to learn more about everything happening with Trinity Kids, including upcoming events, camps, and more!
This meeting will be Sunday, February 25, at 2:00 p.m. in the Memorial Fellowship Hall.
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Valentine's Notes & Nerf War!
The two go together, right?! Be sure to build a Valentine's Day Box because on February 18, we are taking time to exchange cards! We will have Valentine's Day cards available for you to personalize and deliver that night. After our exchange the Nerf War begins in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a nerf gun, darts, and protective eyewear (this is a must). We will meet from 6-9 pm to spread love and Nerf darts!
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Happily Ever After Worship Night - Feb. 25
Our February Worship Night will be on the 25th from 6-7:30 p.m. Our theme in Happily Ever After, sounds nauseating or absolutely dreamy, I'm sure. But stick with me, our guest speakers Cory and Stephanie are going to talk about the joys and trials of going through life single, dating, and married and how to navigate life with Jesus in all phases. So find your princess dress or put on your prince attire and come ready to worship!
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Let us care and pray with you.
If you or someone you know needs prayers, please complete the Prayer Request form at our Square One tables. Below is a list of those we pray for this week; please join us in praying for those persons. Individuals are kept on the list for four weeks.
Robert Abshire
Pam Banks
Primo Collazo
Tony Honeycott
*Warren Curtis
*Rick & Cheryl Davenport
Johnetta Forbes
*Helmet Gorman
Tracy Hickman
Laong Jowers
*Sue Lambert
Robert Loewen
Lisa Mayhall
Hilda Maileen
*Ginnie Newsom
Jeff Pettiway
John Picot
*Shirley Pope
*Joan Powell
Fiona Rodgers
Jim Soule
*Family of Sandy Taylor
*Debbi Thornton
Jeff Wade
*Peggy Willard
* = Church Member
Bold = New
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If you or someone you know needs prayer, please complete the Prayer Request form below. The Circle of Concern list is updated and sent out biweekly via the Trumpeter, and individuals are on the list for four weeks. Please notify the church office if an individual needs to be on the list for more than four weeks. Circle of Concern inserts for Sunday services are printed on Thursday. | | |
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Rev Lilly's Office Hours
Our Interim Pastor, Mark Lilly, will host office hours on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you'd like to meet with Rev. Lilly please contact the church office to schedule an appointment.
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Friday, February 16
- TSM LIFT Tour
- 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
- 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C105
Saturday, February 17
- 7:00 a.m. • Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- TSM LIFT Tour
Sunday, February 18
- 9:45 a.m. • Contemporary Worship • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 9:45 a.m. • Enrichment Class • C102
- 9:45 a.m. • Friendship Class • C103
- 9:45 a.m. • Prime Time Class • C105
- 11:00 a.m. • Traditional Worship • Sanctuary
- 11:00 a.m. • Ignite Class • C102
- 6:00 p.m. • TSM Valentine's & Nerf War • Memorial Fellowship Hall
Monday, February 19
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Church Office Limited Staff (Communications & Pastor) - Presidents Day
Tuesday, February 20
- 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • CHS Winter Color Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 6:00 p.m. • Faith & Finance Course • C102
Wednesday, February 21
- 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
- 3:30 p.m. • Trinity Kids • Dean Fellowship Hall
- 5:00 p.m. • First Of All Impact Group • C105
- 5:30 p.m. • TSM Small Groups • Youth Room
- 5:30 p.m. • Praise Band Rehearsal • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 6:30 p.m. • Chancel Choir Practice • Choir Room
Thursday, February 22
- 7:00 a.m. • UM Men's Bible Study • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 10:00 a.m. • Griefshare Group • C112
- 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • CHS Winter Color Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Practice • Bell Room
Friday, February 23
- 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
- 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C105
Saturday, February 24
- 7:00 a.m. • Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 11:00 a.m. • Sandy Taylor Funeral Service • Sanctuary
Sunday, February 25
- 9:45 a.m. • Contemporary Worship • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 9:45 a.m. • Enrichment Class • C102
- 9:45 a.m. • Friendship Class • C103
- 9:45 a.m. • Prime Time Class • C105
- 11:00 a.m. • Traditional Worship • Sanctuary
- 11:00 a.m. • Ignite Class • C102
- 2:00 p.m. • Trinity Kids Parent Night • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 6:00 p.m. • TSM Valentine's & Nerf War • Memorial Fellowship Hall
Tuesday, February 27
- 6:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. • Early Morning Prayer Gathering • Sanctuary
- 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • CHS Winter Color Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 6:00 p.m. • Faith & Finance Course • C102
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6:00 p.m. • Church Council Meeting • Dean Fellowship Hall
Wednesday, February 28
- 9:00 a.m. • Ladies Bible Study • C102
- 11:00 a.m. • The OAKS Luncheon • Olive Garden or Clubhouse Grill
- 3:30 p.m. • Trinity Kids Wednesdays • Dean Fellowship Hall
- 5:30 p.m. • TSM Small Groups • Youth Room
- 6:00 p.m. • Ash Wednesday Worship Service • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 6:30 p.m. • Chancel Choir Practice • Choir Room
Thursday, February 29
- 7:00 a.m. • UM Men's Bible Study • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 9:00 a.m. • Preschool Superguys Day • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • CHS Winter Color Guard Practice • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 5:45 p.m. • Chancel Bells Practice • Bell Room
Friday, March 1
- TSM The Challenge Weekend
- 5:00 p.m. • Game Night • Memorial Fellowship Hall
- 8:00 p.m. • AA Meeting • C102
- 8:00 p.m. • Al-Anon/ Al-Ateen Meeting • C105
Click the "Full Calendar" link below for a full calendar of events.
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