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Inside this issue:
Message from
Father Pat 1
What’s going on... 2-3
Coming this winter… 3
Christian Education
& Formation 4
Outreach Ministries 5
Other Ministries 6
Important Dates in
Jan. & Feb. 7
Parish Information 8
Trinity Episcopal
Church
A message from Father Pat Jan. / Feb. 2017
NEWSLETTER
Father Pat Connell
& Tigo
Including ~ Affirming ~ Transforming
The Story of New Birth
On December 25th we celebrate the birth of Jesus. It is his birth that
sets the stage for our new birth through the waters of Holy Baptism.
Sunday, January 8, 2017, the first Sunday after the Epiphany
(January 6th), is the Baptism of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is an auspicious
occasion for baptisms and an opportunity for you and me to renew our own
Baptismal Covenant.
If you have read this far into the article you probably are letting out
a big yawn and thinking, “Fr. Pat is beating the bushes to increase the
number of baptisms on the parochial report.” Not true. I don’t think anyone
pays much attention to the parochial report, other than the financials. At
least, no one in 35 years has ever had a conversation with me about the pa-
rochial report, but they should, because baptisms reflect the life and vitali-
ty of the church.
Mainline Protestantism has been in free fall for the past two dec-
ades. Liturgically, the Episcopal Church has put the sacrament of Holy
Baptism at the center of our congregational life. Nevertheless, we need to
be crystal clear as to what is central to baptism. It is our new life in Jesus
Christ! Without Jesus, baptism is nothing more than ecclesiastical mem-
bership. Without Jesus, church is no different from any other civil group.
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry is fond of saying, “We are the Epis-
copal branch of the Jesus Movement.” What Jesus was by nature, you and I
can become by grace: men and women filled with the love of God. This is
what it means to be a follower of Jesus. Discipleship is living the trans-
formed life promised by Jesus. “I have come that you may have life abun-
dantly.” John 10:10
Sunday, January 8th we will renew our commitment to follow Jesus
as faithful disciples. Wednesday, January 18th begins Trinity Café. Our
cafe offering each Wednesday will be an in-depth look at baptism and what
it means to be a follower of Jesus in order to live the abundant life.
The Baptism of our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 8th is an
auspicious occasion for baptism. If you desire to be baptized and become a
follower of Jesus or if you wish to have your child baptized on Sunday, Jan-
uary 8th, please call me at the parish office, 270-684-5326. I look forward to
hearing from you.
Faithfully,
Fr. Pat
Holy Baptism is the sacramental rite of full initiation,
by water and the Holy Spirit, into membership in the
Christian church. At the service all members of the
congregation renew their own baptismal vows and
welcome the newly baptized into the community of faith.
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What’s going on at Trinity (go to www.trinityec.org for more photos)
Love your neighbor as yourself - Trinity stands with others at Islamic Center
On Thanksgiving Eve, Trinity invited
Faith Lutheran Church to participate in a joint
service. Members from both congregations en-
joyed the sermon from Faith’s Pastor, Jane Roth-
man and joined together for Holy Communion.
Following Faith Lutheran’s tradition, Trinity
hosted a Pie Social after the service. It was a
lovely way to give thanks for our many blessings.
Thanksgiving Eve Service & Pie Social
A Busy Sunday on November 13th
The Daughters of the King met on December 6th to celebrate
Christmas. The Daughters are delighted to share that there will be
four new members joining the order. Juanita Sprague, Anice Cooper,
Amy Heidel and Dora Grandy will be installed at the 10:00 AM ser-
vice on January 15th.
November 13th was a wonderful Sunday
in the life of the Trinity community. We had the
joy of hearing our 1st Journey Kids sing to us
about giving "God the Glory, Glory."
We also welcomed new members, Jim
Horst and Wayne Bowen. And we were given the
opportunity to celebrate Veterans Day, showing
our appreciation and respect to the veterans in
our Parish. All that, plus a great sermon and
sharing in the Eucharist. A Great Sunday!
Our sanctuary is always beautiful during Christ-
mas. That is because volunteers are willing to fluff and
hang garland, test and replace lights and climb ladders.
Led by Ralph Barany, our Trinity elves do a wonderful
job. Thank you Ralph,& Debra Barany, Larry Mansfield,
Barbara Hanselman and Juanita, Cora & Mallory Spra-
gue!
After the Islamic Center of Owensboro
was vandalized in November, Father Pat en-
courage Trinity parishioners to join other peo-
ple of good will to gather and stand in solidari-
ty, giving a clear message that the City of Ow-
ensboro is a place where all people are respect-
ed, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, or reli-
gion. Several joined Father Pat as a true testimony to Christ’s command
to love your neighbor as yourself.
Daughters of the King Christmas Party
Wayne Bowen & Jim Horst
Christmas Elves at Work
Ralph & Larry,
risking life and limb
Girls just gotta have fun!
Fr. Pat and Pastor Jane
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Coming this winter at Trinity (mark your calendar)
Preparing for Lent
Lent begins the 1st of March. In prepara-
tion, please consider leading and/or taking part
in one of the Lenten Book Studies. The book cho-
sen is Unearthing My Religion, recommended
by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.
In this book, Episcopal Bishop Mary Gray-
Reeves takes six words related to Christian faith
and translates them so they speak more broadly
to those who proclaim themselves
“spiritual but not religious.” Tying
together Jesus’ parables and life
today, this engaging title promises
to help non-Christians explore
faith and spiritual practice and
train Christians to speak clearly
about the things that matter most.
Valentine’s Luncheon
Sundays of Advent
What’s going on at Trinity, continued
Christmas Eve
Trinity Café will be one opportunity for
the Book Study. If you are willing to lead an ad-
ditional group, please talk to Father Pat.
Daughters of the King
invite all seniors and singles to
a Valentine’s luncheon on Sat-
urday, February 11th at Noon.
You will be treated to a “sweet” time of food,
music and games.
A sign up sheet will be post-
ed in late January so they
will know how much food to
prepare.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
Mark you calendar for the annual Shrove
Tuesday Pancake Dinner on February 28th, host-
ed by our Journey to Adulthood youth group.
The name Shrove Tuesday comes from
shrive, meaning absolution for sins by doing pen-
ance. The day gets its name from the tradition of
Christians trying to be 'shriven' before Lent. Pan-
cake came much later as a way of using up rich
foods, like eggs, milk and sugar before the 40 days
of fasting - Lent.
Trinity prepared for the birth of
Jesus by special recognition during Ad-
vent. Each Sunday morning, individu-
al families lit the Advent Wreath, ac-
companied by music from the choir and
congregation.
Led by Martin Fendley, musi-
cians presented a beautiful Compline & Concert each Sunday night of
Advent.
Christmas Pageant—the story of our Savior’s birth, as told by our children...
Who’s that Valentine?
More photos on website
www.trinityec.org
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Christian Education & Formation: a life-long journey
For Children, our 1st JourneyKids
For our Youth the Journey to Adulthood
For our Adults, the journey continues
For Everyone on their faith journey
Our Trinity Café Online has
provided an excellent opportunity
for parishioners, new and veteran,
to grow in faith and knowledge.
Harlan Melander says, “It was easy to find and
log on. The lessons were short and easy to under-
stand.” A recent visitor told Father Pat that it
was the online classes that allowed a greater
knowledge about beliefs of the Episcopal Church.
He is now planning to take part in the Welcoming
Service in January.
Trinity Cafe Wednesdays has been closed
for the Holidays, but will reopen on January
18th. Then, for the next 6 weeks in the new year,
the adult class will study and discuss the Book
of Common Prayer and the Baptismal Cove-
nant. What does it really mean to the community
and to each individual? The emphasis will be on
"prayer," "study," and "action." Father Pat and
Vicki Meacham will be preparing and presenting
these lessons.
Our elementary aged members
continue to meet every other Sunday
to learn more about God, Jesus and
our faith. The past two months, they
have been talking about the meaning
of Advent and learning new songs,
which they share have shared at the
10:00 service on November 13th. (see
page 2 for photos).
Thank you Wendy Wells, Amy Beck and Norma Beck for
teaching our young members. Your efforts are very appreciated.
Journey to Adulthood (J2A)
is the church youth program for chil-
dren in grades 6 - 12. It is led by
Barb Tipmore and Brian Thomas.
The class meets twice a month after church
until about 12:15.
The J2A curriculum emphasizes the
two guiding principles of the program:
1. Manhood and womanhood are free gifts from God.
2. Adulthood must be earned.
Recently, J2Aers practiced their interper-
sonal skills by playing a communication game. In
another session, they explored the distinctions be-
tween aggressive and assertive behaviors.
On Monday, December 12, the youth hosted
a spaghetti dinner and game night for their par-
ents. They prepared the entire dinner without su-
pervision, feeding a total of 18 people, in order to begin an examination
of group roles.
Trinity Café Online Coordinator, Vicki
Meacham, will soon be sharing a new list of sug-
gested classes for 2017. We will post the list on
the bulletin board as well as on our website. You
can then just make a selection and e-mail Vicki
at [email protected]. She will send
you the link for your chosen course.
1st JourneyKids and
Journey 2 Adulthood
Sunday Classes on
January 8th
January 22nd
February 12th
February 26th
11:15 AM
Lunch is provided
Also, for our adults, don’t forget that
Ralph Barany teaches a Sunday Class at 9:00AM
each Sunday morning, using the lectionary scrip-
ture.
Another opportunity is joining Faith Lu-
theran Church on Tuesdays at 9:30 AM to read
through the Bible. No preparation is needed, just
come and read.
Adults played Bunko
Youth prepared the meal
Each received a Prayer Book
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Outreach Ministries Service—what might it mean for you?
Parish Hall of Treats—a different kind of outreach
Spring Forward for Outreach is coming
More photos on website
www.trinityec.org
Monthly Ministry Focus for 2017
2016 Outreach Ministry Financial
Support (as of 12/27)
Utility Relief ~ $2,027
World Vision ~ $1,186
Loads of Love ~ $1,940
Matthew 25 ~ $1,750
Salvation Army ~ $1,000
Oasis Shelter ~ $1,160
Help Office ~ $3,500
Mentor Kids ~ $500
St. Benedicts Shelter ~ $500
Habitat for Humanity ~ $350
CrossRoads Shelter ~ $5,681
Trinity is involved in many Outreach
ministries simultaneously! And while there is
not competition, there is occasional confusion. In
order to help the parish to better understand our
ministries, Outreach will be highlighting a
different ministry each month. This will give the
congregation an opportunity to know more about
that ministry and learn how they might help
with time, treasure or talent. Father Pat has
agreed to designate the loose offering to the
ministry at one Sunday of the month. Watch for
list of 2017 monthly ministries.
The weather
may be blustery
and snow may be in
the forecast, but
spring will surely
come, and with it
will come our
Spring Forward for
Outreach Cam-
paign. We use the
time change Sun-
day to gather
pledges for our
Trinity outreach program, which will be on
March 12th in 2017.
Beginning in 2014, this “outside the regu-
lar pledge” effort has brought in more than
$37,000 in the past 3 years. This infusion of
funds has enabled our Outreach Committee to
continue to support established efforts, such as
the Help Office, as well as provide for emerging
ministries, such as Crossroads Shelter. A list of
2016 Ministry support is in the box to the right.
However, it is important to understand
that Outreach is more than money, it is people
helping people. Over the next few weeks, please
consider how you can be a part of Outreach min-
istry. Where is your passion to help? Is it with
the homeless… those needing food and supplies…
those sick with HIV/AIDS...children in need, local
or overseas...those needing help with basics such
as laundry? Let our outreach committee use your
passion to make lives better in our community.
Also, pray and think about how your 2017
Spring Forward pledge can make a difference in
someone’s life.
While not a part of Outreach Ministries,
our Halloween Trunk or Treat shares goodwill
and the love of Christ to our Ford Avenue com-
munity. We had nearly 200 families come
through our Parish Hall, some that had never
been here before and if just one person comes
back and worships with us, then it's all worth
it!
Thank you so much to everyone who
came and set up a table, everyone who stopped
by and dropped off candy, those who prepared
hotdogs, those who helped clean up and those
who came to "trick or treat."
- Cora Sprague, Parish Hall of Treats Chair
Outreach wants you to know that if you
have a specific organization that you feel Trinity
should support, and you are willing to take the
lead, that ministry would certainly be considered
for support. Talk to LeDonna Rae, our Outreach
Committee Chair.
Our January 6th Epiphany Service is
traditionally when a special offering is
made to World Vision. With these funds, we
will support our two children in Africa.
Please give generously.
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At our Annual Parish Meeting in Novem-
ber, four new members were elected to our Vestry
(the governing body of our church). Unlike many
boards, Vestry members take on responsibilities
above “advise and consent.” Each member is re-
sponsible for leadership in a particular ministry
area. At the right you can see each member and
their area of focus. The Senior Warden will be
elected at the first meeting in 2017.
It is important to realize that these dedicat-
ed parishioners are only a few of the many volun-
teers involved in Trinity ministries. Please take a
look at the bulletin board in the Parish Hall for a
list of current areas of service and prayerful con-
sider where your ministry might lie. The strength
of Trinity is truly faithfulness to God through ser-
vice to others.
A more detailed Organization Chart is post-
ed in the Parish Hall (as well as on our Website).
Our chart is simply a framework, allowing for flexi-
bility. It is never truly complete, nor is it “set is
stone” as we strive to meet needs as they arise.
A Working Vestry
Other Ministries
Your Vestry Members
2015-2017 term:
Sarah Hulsey—Secretary & Stewardship
LeDonna Rae—Outreach Ministry
Vicki Meacham—Great Commission
Judy Willen—Missed You Ministry
2016-2018 term:
Cheryl Parker— Education & Formation
Ralph Barany—Parish Treasurer
Kevin Brown—Fellowship Ministry
Doug Webster, II— Junior Warden
2017-2020 term:
Pamela Reddy—Pastoral Care Coordinator
Brooke Obermann—HR and Nursery Director
Larry Mansfield—Vice Jr. Warden (grounds)
Shirley Jones—Liaison to Liturgy Committee
Vestry meets the 3rd Thursday of each month. Sr.
Warden will be elected at January Vestry retreat.
Music Ministry (by Martin Fendley, Organist & Choirmaster)
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!
The rush of the holidays is ending and
now we can all breathe a little bit easier and re-
lax into the new year! Many thanks are due to
our faithful and talented Trinity Choir and musi-
cians for their efforts and gifts throughout the
holiday season. Each Sunday you help to aurally
paint a musical landscape that illuminates the
Word and Sacraments here at Trinity Episcopal
Church – thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!
Great words of appreciation also go to all
the folks who helped make our second annual Ad-
vent Compline & Concert Series a success. From
the delicious food and drink to the flickering can-
dlelight, each Sunday evening was made even
more special by your presence. We are a blessed-
parish to have such dedicated and giving people.
Bless you all!
Finally, to all who have expressed condo-
lences and support through this time of my moth-
er’s passing, I can only say that I am one blessed
and lucky fellow to be surrounded by such a car-
ing congregation. Thank you for inviting me into
your midst two years ago for this musical and life
journey.
As always, I hope to see and hear each of
you, this and every Sunday of the coming New
Year!
SOLI DEO GLORIA ~ Martin
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Mark Your Calendar...
Sunday, January 1st ~ New Years Day Sunday (one service only) ~ 10:00 AM
Monday, January 2nd ~ New Years Day observed ~ Office Closed
Tuesdays, Jan. 3rd & 17th and Feb. 7th & 21st ~ Matthew 25 ~ 10:00 AM
Tuesdays ~ Staff Meeting ~ 10:30 AM
Tuesdays, Jan. 3rd & Feb. 7th ~ Needlewomen’s Guild ~ 11:00 AM
Tuesdays, Jan. 3rd & Feb. 7th ~ Outreach Committee ~ 5:30 PM
Wednesdays ~ Dunkin Donuts Discussion Group ~ 9:00 AM
Wednesdays ~ Noonday Eucharist ~ 12:10 PM
Wednesdays ~ Choir Practice ~ (6:00 PM on Jan. 4th & 11th, all others at 7:15 PM)
Fridays ~ DOK Prayer Breakfast (Cracker Barrel) ~ 6:00 AM
Fridays ~ DOK Prayer Coffee (Health Park) ~ 11:00 AM
Friday, January 6th ~ Epiphany Service & 12th Night Celebration ~ 6:00 PM
Sundays ~ Adult Sunday School Class ~ 9:00 AM
Sundays ~ Eucharist Services ~ 8:00 AM & 10:00 AM
Sunday, Jan. 8th ~ Rite of Baptism ~ 8:00 AM & 10:00 AM Services
Sundays, Jan. 8th & 22nd and Feb. 12th & 26th ~ Youth & Children Classes ~ 11:45 AM
Thursdays, Jan. 12th & Feb. 9th ~ Matthew 25 Support Group Lunch ~ 12:30 PM
Sundays, Jan. 15th & Feb. 12th ~ Liturgy Committee Meeting ~ 11:30 AM
Sunday, Jan. 15th ~ Daughters of the King Installation ~ 10:00 AM Service
Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 18th ~ Trinity Café Wednesdays ~ 6:00 PM (meal at 5:15)
Saturday, January 21st ~ Vestry Retreat ~ 9:00 AM
Sunday, January 22nd ~ New Member Welcoming ~ 10:00 AM service
Tuesday, January 24th ~ Habitat for Humanity Meeting ~ 5:15 PM
Sunday, February 5th ~ Potluck Parish Breakfast ~ 8:45 AM
Saturday, February 11th ~ Valentine’s Luncheon ~ Noon
Thursday, February 16th ~ Vestry Meeting ~ 6:00 PM (meal at 5:30)
Tuesday, February 28th ~ Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper ~ 6:00 PM
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Justin Magnuson
Brandon Lucas
Mark Wheeler
Larry Mansfield
Joe Milazzo
Warren Byerly
Paxton Harmon
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Richard Rue
JoAnn Burgess
Teri Wolfkiel
Dan Bradshaw
Paula Tichnor-Wheeler
Bob Burgess
Jada Mansfield
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Mary Kay Horton
Mallory Sprague
Pat Borjesson
Susann Warnock
Pamela Reddy
George Worley
February Birthdays
January Birthdays
Important Dates
Anniversaries
Most current calendar is on our website
WWW.TRINITYEC.ORG News & Calendar Calendar of Services, Events & Meetings
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Nancy Bradshaw
Harlan Melander
Will Skeens
Teresa Byers
Winston Hulsey
Diane Wible
Isaac Obermann
Luke Reddy
Cole Crews
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Lucy Wedding
Calvin Beck
Bonnie Howard
Rafe Owen
Janet Estes
Sarah Hulsey
Ken Medley
Irene Alexander
Laura Muhlenberg
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Barbara Hanselman
Waymond Morris
Brian Thomas
Faith Young
Oliver Owen
Easton Richardson
Abbie Howard
Colman Truett
Peggy Gleason
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The Reverend Patterson Connell
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Including ~ Affirming ~ Transforming
Weekly Services:
Sunday Eucharist Services at
8:00 AM & 10:00 AM
Wednesday Noonday Eucharist at
12:10 PM
Vision Statement for the Parish
Trinity Episcopal Church is a Eucharis-
tic and liturgical community in the Anglican
tradition that values and encourages ongoing
Christian education and spiritual formation,
diversity of people and ideas, fellowship and
radical hospitality, and works of justice and
mercy as gospel imperatives.
Church office hours are
8:00 AM—Noon
Monday through Friday
Church phone # (270) 684-5326
This newsletter is developed by Janet Estes, communications
volunteer. Contact her at [email protected] with comments
and/or article ideas. Thank you to our newsletter proofers—
Lori Schneider, Wendy Wells and Barbara Hinton, and our
folders—Betsy Roszel, Anice Cooper and Jan Melander.
Parish Information
Come, let us worship him...
Invite your family,
friends, coworkers and
neighbors…
Epiphany Service
&
Twelfth Night
Celebration
Friday, January 6th
6:00 PM