ST. PETERSBURG MEN’S ENSEMBLE Saturday, May 5 – 7:00pm

Trinity happily hosts the St. Petersburg Men’s Ensemble for the third consecutive year. The a capella group tours the United States each year performing Russian folk songs and sacred music. Join us to hear their full, rich voices as they perform in Trinity’s sanctuary.

REX BRITT RETURNS TO PREACH AT TRINITY

Sunday, May 20 – 10:00am Rex Britt was the third pastor at Trinity. During his time here – 1960 to 1961 – he was pastor of both Trinity and Estero Bay Methodist in Morro Bay. The original sanctuary was consecrated while he was pastor.

Contact Us Church email: church@trinitylososos.org Phone: 805-528-1649; Fax 805-528-2504 Pastor’s email: pastorg@trinitylososos.org Website: www.trinitylososos.org

STAFF

Bishop: Rev. Grant Hagiya District Superintendent: Rev. James R. Powell Pastor: Rev. Gilbert Stones Lay Leader: Beth Crizer Dir. of Discipleship Ministries: Jeff Manildi Office Administrator: MaryAnn Jakes Music Director/Organist: Barbara Hoff Trinity Ringers Director: Rev. Richard Bolin VCC Director: Bonnie Luther

TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

TRINITY

May 2018 Inside

Spiritual Growth 2 Music Notes 3 UMW News 3 Community News 4 Village Children’s Center 6 Grow Our Giving 7

ADULT ENRICHMENT CLASS Sunday mornings at 11:30

Classes are held Sunday mornings immediately following the worship service. Classes typically run 3-6 weeks and feature different topics and leaders.

Sunday, June 10th – Do you want to know more about Trinity? Have you ever wondered, “What is a Methodist, anyway?” Maybe you are interested in becoming a member of Trinity UMC. If any of these questions sound familiar, come to an inquirer’s class after service Sunday, June 10th.

Sundays, May 20 & 27 (Postponed & condensed from April) In this class we’ll get an overview of creation spirituality as it has been developed over the last 50 years especially by Rev. Matthew Fox. Have you heard of the “Coming of the Cosmic Christ?” Have you felt stirrings of “The Order of the Sacred Earth?” Or perhaps, even, have you seen glimpses of “The Hidden Spirituality of Men”? Those are the titles of three of Matthew Fox’s books that we’ll explore in brief with leadership from Rev. Mike Eggleston.

Mondays at 6:30pm Tuesdays at 3:30pm

The discussion for Season 2 of the Monday night group will be a look at Leadership in 1 Samuel. We’ll look at some of the leadership archetypes put forth in selected passages and discuss some modern-day equivalents. For questions regarding anything, including driving directions, email Jeff Manildi at jeff@trinitylososos.org.

The Tuesday afternoon group will dig into the New Testament book of Galatians during Season 2. Galatians is one of our earliest writings of the early Christians, predating the four gospels or Revelation or Romans or any of the “hidden writings” or even any shreds of first century texts that archaeologists might dig up. But Galatians is not Paul playing nice. “Paul’s angry, passionate letter. . .” is the first four words of the NIB commentary on Galatians. Yet Galatians has long been one of the most influential books of the New Testament. For questions regarding anything, including driving directions, email Mike Eggleston at egglestonm@hotmail.com.

Music Notes

In a recent article, "Consumer Reports" magazine tells of the health benefits of singing in a low-pressure, no-audition-required choir. Trinity just happens to have such a group! Research in the U.K. reveals that singing in an amateur choir increased happiness and aided recovery from mental-health problems. Participants in the study reported feelings of belonging, well-being, and confidence after each singing session. As the saying goes, "try it; you might like it." We'd love to welcome you in our choir!

TRINITY UNITED METHODIST WOMEN United Methodist Women’s History Note: UMW has traditionally supported the youth at Trinity, contributing each year to their programs in addition to providing funds to send youth to special events. Trinity’s first college scholarships were funded and distributed by UMW. The awarding of scholarships later became part of the church’s ministries but UMW continues to contribute to the fund. Trinity’s Heritage Quilters were major contributors to the scholarship program, donating half their proceeds to the fund.

May Schedule WOMEN OF THE BIBLE CIRCLE: Thursday, May 10 at 2:00 P.M. Colleen Powers is hostess this month. All women of the church are welcome. For more information call Alta Hall at 528-2021.

UMW EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING: Monday, May 14 at 1:00 in the Social Hall. All interested members are welcome.

BOOK CLUB: Thursday, May 17 at 2:00 in the Social Hall. The book club does not discuss any one book, but participants share books they have read. Contact person is Donna Asire at 528-0342 for more information.

Layette Project

In May, United Methodist Women will conduct their annual Layette Project. For many years, we have collected layette items which are then donated to the SLO County Health Department to be distributed to local low-income mothers and their infants. A table will be set up in the social hall to receive donations. We appreciate all the support given to this project in the past and the recipients are always grateful.

Suggested Donations:

Layette Items: infant clothing (up to age 2), blankets, bibs, towels - new or gently used. Disposable diapers. Baby Toiletries: shampoo, powder, lotion, wipes Toys: Rattles, books, soft stuffed animals

Community NewsMAY BIRTHDAYS

05/01 Cynthia McCabe 05/02 Cheryl Dove 05/03 Bill Awbrey 05/03 Wendy Porter 05/06 Solomon Wells 05/10 Sequoia Clokey 05/11 Sofia Steen 05/11 Dawn Tyra 05/13 Janet Neilson 05/15 Jim Holz 05/18 Jean Gandy 05/18 Robert Johnson 05/24 Amber Heffner 05/24 Orson Holz 05/26 Liz Blake 05/31 Emma Hollis

In our continuing efforts to keep Trinity UMC “green”, your Church Council recently agreed that we would no longer purchase single-use coffee cups or plastic dining utensils, none of which are recyclable.

Council members agreed that the small amount of sterilized water used in the church dishwasher is a greener trade-off. We will use whatever disposable coffee cups and plastic utensils are on hand, but won’t purchase more, and will ask all users of our facility not to leave such items. (Currently they just “appear”).

2018 Phone Directories are available on the Information

Cart in the narthex.

Coffee Hour

Sundays after Worship (Coffee, Tea, Juice & Snacks) Meet the Trustees Committee

The Trustees of Trinity UMC are the caretakers for all of the buildings and grounds owned by the church. They oversee all of the maintenance and upkeep. In 2017 the Trustees arranged for the painting of the Pine Street side of the church, the re-paving of the parking lot, and they began the process of creating new signage around the church.

Take a moment to say hello and learn more about the Trustees Committee as they provide the snacks and coffee this month.

Los Osos Cares Presents

FREE COMMUNITY DINNERS Hosted at Trinity United Methodist Church

490 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Monday of each month 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Come in, sit down, and enjoy a meal prepared by various community organizations. No reservations or sign in required. Dress is casual. Families welcome.

Community News

Full Specturm Mental Health/Homelessness Forum:

Available Services, Additional needs and the Changing Law

Friday, May 4, 2018 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Trinity UMC Social Hall Featuring Congressman Salud Carbajal Joel Diringer, Diringer and Associates Panelists Gerald Clare, Bruce Gibson, Linda Quisenberry on Mental Health, Homelessness, Preventative Care

This event is free and open to the community. It is non-political in structure and nature. Light refreshments will be served.

Los Osos Valley Garden Club

Annual Plant Sale Saturday, May 12, 9:00am – 1:00pm

Open field adjacent to Trinity The Los Osos Valley Garden Club will hold a plant and garden art sale at Trinity. Come out and find a beautiful plant to take home. Funds raised will be used by the Garden Club for various charitable activities.

Church Council Meeting

Saturday, May 12, 9:00am Trinity Social Hall

Church Council meetings are open to all members. This is a great place to learn about the ‘behind the scenes’ operations of Trinity.

Happy Mother’s Day Sunday, May 13

Scholarship Applications are

Available Online Applications Due May 18, 2018

Trinity UMC offers scholarships for post-high school education in a college, university, business, or trade school. Applications and information are available by visiting our website at www.trinitylososos.org/get-involved/scholarships. Applications must be turned in to the church office or postmarked by Friday, May 18.

CHURCH PARTY BRIDGE Dick & Edie Sandige’s Home

Friday, May 18, 7:00pm Dick & Edie will be our hosts this month at their home in Los Osos. We can’t guarantee you good cards, but we can guarantee you a good time! For those feeling the need to try something new, how about bridge?

RSVP to Dick or Edie at 805-534-9876. They’ll be glad to provide directions to their home.

San Luis Chamber Orchestra Concert Sunday, May 20, 3:00pm

Trinity UMC This is the season finale concert. A minimum donation of $10.00 at the door is requested. Contact the San Luis Chamber Orchestra at 805-748-6087 for more information.

Bridge over a canal in Utilities Park, Clay Center, Kansas. (Lowell Hoff should recognize this picture.)

Community News

Music Studio Recitals Several local music teachers bring their students to Trinity for their end of the year recitals. Students perform for their families using our wonderful grand piano. The sanctuary and social hall will be in use for these concerts on the following dates in May:

May 6 – Marian Kaser Piano Studio May 26 – Kim Naylor’s Piano Recital May 27 – Lynn Robinett Piano Party

Memorial Day Monday, May 28

The church office will be closed to observe Memorial Day.

Drive-Thru BBQ to Help Bethel Church hire a Community Youth Worker! Bethel Luthern Church in Templeton, 295 Old County Road (6th & Crocker), will hold a drive-thru bbq in their parking lot on Wednesday, May 30, 4:30pm – 6:30pm. Plenty of Tri-tip BBQ and side dishes for four people for only $45. Prepared by chef Bob Cummings and his crew from King’s Men of Bethel Church.

Purchase tickets before May 21 from Roy McKee (RoyMcKee@hotmail.com, 805-523-5078), the Bethel Church during office hours (805-434-1329), or a Bethel Church member. Tickets may be mailed or delivered to you. Cash or check welcome.

Help Bethel Church hire a Community Youth Worker by joining in a fun, friendly North San Luis Obispo County event.

Donations are also welcome.

Sponsored by Bethel Lutheran (ELCA), Templeton. Food supplied in part through Thrivent Action Teams.

VILLAGE CHILDREN’S CENTER As we mentioned last month, the playground received some much-needed upgrades over Spring break. The small play area – where our youngest students play – was improved by the addition of pavers to enlarge the trike riding area. Thank you to Crizer Construction for providing the labor for the project. There is also a new purple caterpillar in the small yard for the children to climb through.

The large play yard has a new deck area for reading and playing. This attractive deck covers the area under the first big tree in the play yard. It covers and protects the roots of the tree while providing a safe area for the children to sit and read or play. Thank you to American Sliding Door in Los Osos for their work on this project.

Open enrollment continues for the next school year and for Summer 2019. Students range in age from 6 months to 5 years. For more information about enrollment, please contact Bonnie at 805-528-1671.

GROW OUR GIVING

Little Churches

On April 15, Trinity UMC launched our project of “Little Church Giving” (our “Grow our Giving” Task Force got the idea from the First UMC of SLO.)

Here’s How it Works 1. Take home a little church offering box. 2. Write your full name on the bottom. 3. Place the little church where you will notice it at home (like a kitchen table, bedside stand, dresser, etc.) 4. Empty change (cash welcome too!) from your pockets into the slot on top. 5. On the first Sunday of each month, return your little church to Trinity’s narthex with whatever it holds, switch it for a

fresh one. Write your full name on the new one. 6. We will keep track of all little church donations by donor’s name. Your little church donations will be reported on your

quarterly statements.

Your previous box (now empty) with your name will be available to pick up on first the first Sunday each month in our narthex. Repeat the process! The first date to turn in you little churches is Sunday, May 6. Beth Crizer will be collecting them after church and will give you a new one. Little Churches will only be collected on first Sundays. If you forget to bring it one month, just keep filling it until the next month. Proceeds from the Little Churches will be added to the General Fund to meet our budget requirements. Keep an eye on the bulletin board in the Social Hall to see how much has been collected.

Ralph’s Community Contribution Program Ralph’s grocery stores contribute money each year to qualified businesses when customers shop using their Ralph’s card. Trinity UMC is a registered participant in the Ralph’s Community Rewards Program. When you link your Ralph’s card to Trinity UMC through your online profile, Ralph’s will contribute a percentage of your purchases to Trinity. There is no added cost to you and it does not impact your Ralph’s rewards.

1. Log in to existing Ralph’s profile, or create a new online account at www.ralphs.com and sign in 2. Click on your name in the top right corner – Select “My Account” 3. Find Community Rewards near the bottom of the page – Click “Enroll” 4. Type “Trinity United Methodist Church” or 81231 and click “Search” 5. Click the circle next to Trinity United Methodist Church on the list that appears. Click “Enroll” 6. A green box should appear at the top of the page telling you that your account has been updated 7. Ralph’s will donate a percentage of your qualified purchases to Trinity UMC each time you use your card to shop

EVENTS CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

WEEKLY EVENTS: Sunday

Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 9:15am Worship Service: 10:00am Coffee Hour: 11:15am Adult Enrichment Class: 11:30am 12-Steps Couples Group: 4:00pm – 1st & 3rd Sun

Monday Knitting, Etc.: 2:00pm Home Girls AA: 5:30pm Community Dinner: 5:00pm, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Monday Home Group w/Jeff Manildi: 6:30pm Literacy for Life: 6:30pm

Tuesday Tuesday Work Crew 9:00am Food Box Distribution: 10:00-12:00 Home Group w/Mike Eggleston: 3:30pm Cub Scouts: 6:00pm

Wednesday Staff Meeting: 10:00am 1st Wed Prayer & Care Group: 11:00am Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00pm Alcoholics Anonymous - 7:00pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30pm

Thursday Literacy for Life: 6:30pm

Friday Food Box Distribution 10:00-12:00

SPECIAL EVENTS: May 2, 9:30am Hymn Singing, Bayside and Casa de Flores May 3, 6:30pm CCHE Potluck May 4, 4:00pm Mental Health/Homelessness Forum May 5, 10:00am Vocal Arts Retreat May 5, 7:00pm St. Petersburg Men’s Ensemble Concert May 6, 2:00pm Marian Kaser Piano Studio Recital May 6, 4:00pm Cluster Choir Festival @ Arroyo Grande May 10, 2:00pm Women of the Bible Circle May 12, 9:00am Annual Plant Sale – TUMC open field May 13 Mother’s Day May 17, 2:00pm Book Club May 18, 7:00pm Church Party Bridge May 20, 10:00am Rev. Rex Britt (Ret) preaching May 20, 3:00pm San Luis Chamber Orchestra Concert May 24, 12:00 noon People’s Kitchen

SPECIAL EVENTS: May 26, 2:00pm Kim Naylor Piano Recital May 27, 2:00pm Lynn Robinett Piano Party May 28 Memorial Day Holiday

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May 2 Worship Committee – 5:00pm May 8 Missions Committee – 11:30am May 10 Trustees Committee – 7:00pm May 12 Church Council Meeting – 9:00am May 14 UMW Board Meeting – 1:00pm May 14 Grow Our Giving Task Force – 4:00pm May 15 Finance Committee – 7:00pm May 16 VCC Committee – 5:45pm May 20 TRINITY VIEW DUE DATE

P.O. Box 6775 Los Osos, CA 93412-6775