La Trinidad UMC will be celebrating the Sacrament of Christian Baptism at both the 9 AM and 11 AM services on Sunday, July 31, 2022.  

 

Home Communion Kits for online participation on Sunday, August 7, will be available from the church office between the hours of 10 AM and 12 PM, Monday through Wednesday.

Holy Communion for home use is distributed in pre-sealed "Celebration Cups" containing both the consecrated bread and grape-juice. We thank those who assist in delivering these elements to home-bound participants. Celebration cups are also available following in-person worship to take to church participants at home or in hospital settings. Communion kits can also be provided following the Sunday worship service.

La Trinidad United Methodist Church welcomes Michelle Garibay-Carey to the church front office. Michelle is a member of Travis Park United Methodist Church, a member of United Women of Faith, and has served as a lay delegate to Annual Conference. Michelle has 20 years of experience as a UMC program director and administrative assistant and is also an accomplished vocalist and worship leader. She is currently employed on a provisional basis. Michelle will be opening the church office Monday through Wednesdays from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. She can be reached at office@latrinidadchurch.com and at (210) 227-0546 option 1. Voicemails left under option 1 (church secretary) are forwarded to email and will be checked regularly.
 

Pastors John and Raquel Feagins and their son Vincent will be traveling in Mexico on vacation between August 1 and August 19, 2022, their first significant time away since June of 2019.  Traveling by automobile, they will be visiting the cities of Monterrey, San Luis Potosí, Mexico City, Puebla, and Saltillo, along with other cultural sites.

Rev. Virgilio Vazquez-Garza has graciously accepted the invitation to preach (August 7 and August 14) and to cover any pastoral emergencies and funerals. Rev. Vazquez-Garza can be reached through the church secretary (210) 227-0546 option 1, or at office@latrinidadchurch.com.  
 

 
Candleburning Service
Church Chapel
Saturday, July 30, 2022  2:00 P.M.   All are invited.

Regular Meeting
Saturday, August 27, 2022   2 P.M.

Sewing for Preemies
Saturday, August 20, 2022, 9 A.M.

The collegiate and single young adult ministry of La Trinidad UMC meets Sundays following the 11 AM worship service in the gymnasium. The activity is also open to youth with parents or older siblings present.

The ministry is organizing to offer an additional Wednesday evening study / fellowship / worship opportunity beginning in September. For more information about this ministry, please email  Ben or Arabella at activefaithyoungadults@gmail.com.

 

 

 

September 15 - October 15 
SAVE THE DATES
La Trinidad UMC
Hispanic Heritage Month Events


"Una Noche Mexicana"
Friday, September 16, 2022  6-9 PM
$15  (children 12 and under free)
Food * Music * Fellowship * Fun
Contact Abby Gutierrez (210) 254-4324 to sign up to donate entrees.  


2022 CONGRESO
From Racism to La Raza:
Building Hispanic Solidarity

EVENTS

Saturday, September 24, 2022     11 AM
Forget The Alamo        Free Admission
BOOK PRESENTATION BY AUTHORS AND SIGNING      
“Riveting . . . The narrative flows seamlessly as it explores the complicated legacies of Stephen F. Austin, known as the Father of Texas, and Sam Houston, the first and third president of the Republic of Texas, as well as the many places and institutions named in their honor. Bringing Mexican voices to the forefront, the authors argue that it is necessary to diversify perspectives in order to create a comprehensive historical narrative of Texas, and especially San Antonio. Not only an essential work of Texas history, but popular history at its best. The book shines when detailing the power of telling one’s own story.” —Library Journal
 

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Saturday, October 8, 2022 
  10:00 AM   
Christianity without Colonialism
Rev. Raquel C. Feagins

Christianity entered the Western Hemisphere through a process of European conquest and colonization that destroyed, displaced, assimilated, and incorporated indigenous cultures. In this presentation, Oblate School of Theology Doctoral Candidate Rev. Raquel Feagins presents an introduction to de-colonial criticism, interpretation, and spiritual practice, helping participants hear new voices and see new perspectives that are often suppressed or ignored within the dominant culture.
   

12:00 PM 
Lunch (included in registration)

1:00 PM
Strategies for Anti-Racism:
Education, Commerce, Religion, Politics
Panel Discussion
Hispanic community leaders serving in the areas of education, commerce, religion, and politics share their experiences of systemic and structural racism and discuss potential strategies for anti-racism and justice.

REGISTER HERE FOR OCTOBER 8 LUNCH AND EVENTS $15

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Sunday, October 16, 2022
CULTO UNIDO
La Trinidad UMC San Antonio Church Sanctuary
United Worship Service
6:00 PM
Offering Benefits Alianza de Pastores 

Wesley Nurse News
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                                    Saturdays 11am-6:30pm             CLOSED SUNDAYS
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$3 Seniors (60+)
$2 Children/youth (17 and under)
Medical Passes accepted with letter from doctor-can use facility for free
For more information contact them directly or
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MISSIONS COMMITTEE 

Academia América’s 9^th Annual Día de la Raza Commemoration
Saturday October 15, 2022, 5 PM

BECOMING AMERICAN
Citizenship Education, Naturalization & Civic Engagement
 
Sponsorship Opportunities
 
Platinum .........  $5,000 (includes 1/2 page ad with logo in event program and logo in our webpage)
Gold  ..............   $3,000 (includes 1/4 page ad with logo in event program logo in our webpage)
Silver ..............   $2,000 (includes 1/8 page with logo and logo in our webpage)
Bronze ............ . $1,000 (includes business card ad in event program and in our webpage)
Friend .................  $500 (includes acknowledgement in event program and in our webpage)
Other  .................$_____
 
Individual Tickets: $65 x ___ Total ________
 
Please pay online at www.academiaamerica.org. OR if you prefer to pay by check, please fill out the form below and mail it with your check payable to Academia America, 1410 Guadalupe Street, Suite 110, San Antonio, Texas 78207. We thank you in advance your for your support.
Questions? Contact Mario Compean at mcompean@academiaamerica.org.
 
Business Name _______________________________________________________________ 
Address: _______________________________________________________________
City, State & Zip: _____________________________________________________________
 
Event proceeds will benefit Academia America’s Citizenship and Civic Education Program.
Academia America is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit corporation.

Thursday prayer service meets at 7 PM and is usually convened in the church chapel (sub-level, end of hallway).  

Participants are encouraged to request hymns from our four music resources, to share inspiring scriptures and testimonies, and to lead intercessory prayers for many needs. The Spirit-led service alternates between a chosen hymn and spoken participation.  Individuals may also request the prayers of all in attendance. The service is not planned in advance and is not recorded or broadcast. Children and visitors are encouraged and welcome.

The service will convene throughout the month of August.

Hortensia F. Mora
 

Hortensia F. Mora, Rev. Josué P. Mora’s wife, died on Thursday, July 21, at Morningside Manor in San Antonio. A Memorial Service will be held at Emanuel United Methodist Church, 3225 W. Poplar St., in San Antonio on August 6 at 4:00 p.m.  We extend our deepest condolences to the Mora family.
Condolences may be sent to the following:
Rev. Josué P. Mora
7103 Buffalo Creek
San Antonio, Texas 78238
pastorjosuemora@hotmail.com
(210) 461-3181 cell

Teresa Horton

Our condolences and prayers are extended to Rev. Lydia Martinez upon the death of her daughter Teresa Horton on Monday, July 25, 2022. Details on funeral services will be shared when available.

All Church activities are open to in-person participation including meals. Many La Trinidad UMC church members have returned to on-site participation.  Please continue to monitor local COVID dashboards for the latest information on risk.

With respect for at-risk individuals, the the Church Council supports the continued use of enhanced hygiene and masks except when leading speaking, singing, or when eating to drinking at community meals.