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July 16, 2021
Sunday, July 18, 2021 - Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
The Rev. Dr. Henrietta (Rhetta) Wiley, Priest
Congregation Survey Updates!
Whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31
First, I want to give thanks to and for the 63 people who have filled out our COVID Mitigation Survey so far. Thank you all for your candor and your concern for the well-being of your fellow parishioners. For those who have not yet filled out the survey, it is not too late to do so. Here’s the link!
Second, I want to give thanks for what the survey is revealing so far. It is hard to know whether the 63 who responded are an adequate cross section, but if it is then 83% of our households are fully vaccinated. Officially, that is herd immunity. The regathering team and I will meet shortly to go over all the data and make some determinations about how to proceed in worship.
This is necessary, because the numbers are crawling upward again. We are still in good shape here in Baltimore County, but we don’t want to get overconfident given the COVID variants out there and the probable need for booster shots later this year or next. We will—as we must—always favor care for our congregational family over convenience.
Survey results will be communicated shortly. Peruse them at your leisure, but don’t feel obligated. Your regathering team are on the job! This information is mostly for the curious.
Meanwhile, love God, love your neighbor, seek and serve Christ in all people!
in peace,
Sunday Services Update and Links
Please note: Registration is no longer required for indoor services! Please use the following to connect:
- Sunday Holy Eucharist 8am and 10am live inside and via You Tube Streaming(10am only): Link
- Bulletin Download Link (The weekly bulletin is available to be downloaded and printed on the Trinity website to allow you to follow along with the service.)
Sunday Hymns
- Entrance Hymn - H493 O for a thousand tongues to sing (Azmon), vv 1-3&6 Link
- Gloria - S280 Glory to God (Powell) Link
- Sequence Hymn - WLP773 Heal me, hands of Jesus (Sharpe) vv1,2&3,4 Link
- Offertory Hymn - H 645 The King of love my shepherd is (St. Columba) Link
- Doxology - H380, v3 Link
- Sanctus/Fraction - S124 Holy, holy, holy (Hurd) Link S161 Lamb of God (Hurd) Link
- Communion Hymn - LEVAS137 Just as I am Link LEVAS65 Bless The Lord, O My Soul Link
- Closing Hymn - Christ is made the sure foundation (Westminster
Abbey), vv1,2,&4 Link
Trinity's Summer of Love Returns!
After the 10 a.m. indoor service, we will gather outdoors (weather permitting) for a variety of
activities, including a bible story, an outreach project, music, yoga, discussion, and crafts. Wonderful
things can happen when people of all ages get together. We hope you will try to participate in one or
more of our Summer of Love offerings at 11 a.m. on July 18th and 25th.
Back to School Outreach
The Outreach Committee has started collecting supplies for the Pleasant Plains Back to School Workship, which will take place Sunday, August 8th. Any of the following supplies can be dropped off in the foyer of Memorial Hall or delivered directly to Melissa Jenkins at 114 Willow Ave. Towson, MD 21286 or left on Melissa’s front porch. It is very helpful, but not required, if you sign-up for the items you plan to bring. Ted Miller will be available after the 10am service if you are interested in signing up, please stop by to see him.
Zippered Pencil Cases
Post It Notes
Pencil Sharpeners
Black and White Marble Composition Books
Sharpened Pencils
White Glue Bottles
Glue Sticks
Children’s Scissors (rounded and regular tips)
16 Pack Crayons
Pocket Folders (all colors)
Backpacks ($20 - $30 price range)
Items can also be ordered from Amazon using this wish list Link . Feel free to call or text Melissa Jenkins at 443-980-5194 for more information.
Let Us Know What You Think!
As we begin to transition out of the pandemic we are looking for your input and ideas. Please click on this Link to complete our congregational survey.
Join the Flower Guild
Do you have a desire to learn and a love for arranging natural beauty? Then consider the ministry of the Flower Guild and help beautify our worship space by creating floral arrangements. To learn more about this up-and-coming ministry, please contact Joanne Lindsay at 410-812-1915 or lindsay.joannec@gmail.com
Trinity Preschool Now Enrolling for Fall of 2021!
As a ministry of Trinity Episcopal Church, the preschool nurtures each child’s individual gifts from God to develop socially and cognitively at their own natural pace. We offer programs for ages two through five focusing on creativity, active learning, collaboration, critical thinking, and cognitive development. For information or a tour, call 410-823-3589 or email tressaandrews123@gmail.com
While we are all still working together to overcome this health threat, several opportunities exist for you to stay connected to the Church and to the Trinity community. If there is anything you need, please reach out to Rhetta or the church office.
Sunday
- Sunday Worship from the Trinity for those not participating in-person 10am Holy Eucharist from Trinity will also be live-streamed on YouTube. Please note that Zoom will not be available for these services. The weekly bulletin is available to be downloaded and printed on the Trinity website to allow you to follow along with the service.
- YouTube live-stream and future viewing at this Link
- Bulletin Download Link
Wednesday
- Evening Prayer with Sykes & Wiley live at 6pm on YouTube
Thursday
- Bible Study 12pm - Brown Bag Bible Study - Grab a sandwich and your Bible to join in a discussion of weekly lectionary readings.
- Zoom Bible study Link
- This study will follow the lectionary which can be found at this Link.
Stewardship
We would like to thank everyone who has continued to fulfill their pledges during this uncertain time. Your generosity and selflessness have helped us to continue to serve our community in love and faith. Please continue to fulfill your pledges as you are able by one of the following methods.
- Mail checks to
Trinity Episcopal Church
120 Allegheny Ave
Towson, MD 21204
- Set up automatic payments through your bank’s online Bill Pay function. You may need to call your bank for assistance with this.
- Use our online donation system click here Please note that this system takes a fee from your donation.
- Give through the Diocesan website: click here
If you find that you are not able to meet your pledge for some reason, please let us know so we can plan accordingly.
Shop Hours 10am - 4pm Mon-Sat
The Surprise Shop continues to be open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm, but will only be taking Donations on Wednesdays and Fridays via back porch drop off in good weather. Space and volunteer shortages have mandated we do this.
- IMPORTANT NOTE -
Please consider volunteering at the Surprise Shop!
There are several openings. PLEASE inquire with Erin at (410) 828-9343 for more details.
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