Notable Nooz
September 3, 2010
The September issue of the Trinity Tidings (our monthly newsletter) is now available.
Happenings at Trinity Church
Blanket Sunday
Sunday, August 22nd, was Blanket Sunday. We received $835 for the Church World
Service Blanket Program. If you missed the collection, you can still submit a
check payable to Trinity U.M. Church with “Blanket Sunday” written on the memo
line or put your contribution in an envelope designated for Blanket Sunday. In
addition to monetary contributions, we received several blankets, which will be
donated locally (last year we donated them to Shalom House). Thank you for your
generous contributions.
NOTICE!!!
Poorly dressed scarecrows in need of new wardrobe!!
Please donate the following items today!!
Flesh toned
pantyhose
Old blue jeans
Old Flannel/button down shirts
Old Baseball Caps/Hats
Old Belts
Old Ties
Donations can be dropped off in the Creation Room (the youth room). Thank you!!
Nursery Sunday School Available
Please note that the Nursery is available during the
Sunday School hour for any babies or children under 3 years.
Lessons are done and much love is provided for our
youngest blessings here at Trinity.
Check it out if you have a small one who needs
nurtured.
It then gives you an opportunity to check out Sunday
School options for you or so that you can attend The Crossing praise and worship
service.
See Donna Ratulowski in the Nursery if you have any
questions.
Addresses Needed
If you know of a Trinity member who will be going off to
college this fall, or who is in the military, please call the church office with
their mailing address.
We want to stay connected to our members, wherever
they may be.
REMINDER
Please remember to turn off lights and air conditioning when you leave the church. Our electric bill this month was almost double what it was this month last year, due in part to the rate increase, but the usage was much higher as well. Help us to be good stewards of what God has given to us. Thank you!
Free to a Good Home
Is anyone in need of an electric typewriter? It is a Smith Corona DX4000. It needs a new ribbon cartridge, but can be test-typed in the church office. Stop in or call if interested.
Don’t Forget the Toppings!
September Trinity is collecting condiments each month for the Bridge. The Bridge is a food pantry located in New Cumberland. You can put your donations in the box marked ‘Bridge’ in the St. John’s Room. The donation for the month of September is pancake syrup. Thank you for your support. Any questions please call Cindy Ickler
Choir Season to Begin!
The Sonshine
Choir and Good News Singers is open to any young person!
Christian education + praising God with singing = Choir
Sonshine Choir
Rehearsals will
begin on September 8th
Kindergarten to Grade 5
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Wilma Rockey, director
Good News Singers
Rehearsals will
begin on September 8th
Grades 6-12
Wednesdays, 5:45 - 6:30 PM
Ronald and Beth Sider, directors
New persons are
welcome in the United Bells and Chancel Choir as openings are
available. Please contact
RonandBethSider@trinityumnc.com
United Bells
Rehearsals will
begin on September 9th
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Wilma Rockey, director
Chancel Choir
Rehearsals will
begin on September 9th
Thursdays, 7:30 PM
Ronald and Beth Sider, directors
Sewing Group
September 9 & 23: The
Sewing Group will be meeting in September on the 9th and 23rd, from 10 AM to 2
PM in the Young Disciple Room (formerly the Junior Room).
All are welcome.
We hope you can join us.
Alley Paving
September 10: On Friday, September 10th, the alley behind the church will be closed to traffic as it will be resurfaced by Kinsley Construction.
New Member Class
September 15 (deadline to sign up) / September 26 (class begins): Anyone wishing to join Trinity Church is invited to attend our new member class. The seven-week sessions will begin on September 26th at 6:00 PM in the Otterbein Conference Room. Pastor Don will lead this session. The remaining 6 sessions will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM in Sandi Tobias's office. The group will then join church on November 14th. If you are interested in joining our congregation, please let either the Pastor or Sandi know by September 15th so that proper materials can be ordered.
CPR Training
September 18 (deadline to sign up) / October
2 (training): Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a very real and potentially
fatal medical emergency. Each of us should be prepared. Life is precious—YOU
could save one. Meanwhile, please SAVE THE DATE… On Saturday, October 2nd,
beginning at 8 AM, instructors from Holy Spirit Hospital will hold two CPR
classes in our Fellowship Hall.
· The
first class - “Heart Saver”- is a 4-hr, one person, basic course for the
lay-rescuer. There is a skill test with certification (no written exam) at a
cost of $30, which includes instruction on the use of an AED (Automatic External
Defibrillator).
· The
second class - “Family and Friends” - is a 2-hr instructional course, including
reference manual, but offers no certification credentials and requires no
testing. The cost for this class is $15.
You must register to receive your CPR booklet 2 weeks prior to class. A SIGN-UP
Upcoming Bible Study
September 22: Ruth Miller will be offering a
Bible Study focusing on a comparison of the teachings in the books of Daniel and
Revelation. The group will meet Wednesday evenings in the Bethany Room from 6-8
PM, beginning September 22nd. Call Ruth for more information.
Happenings in the Community
Bereavement Support Programs
Pinnacle Health Hospice is
offering several programs to help individuals of all ages cope with the loss of
a loved one. For a listing of the specific programs,
click here:
Pinnacle Health Bereavement Support Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
New Hope Ministries has volunteer opportunities at all of its locations. For a listing of the opportunities at each location, click here: New Hope Ministries Agency Needs
Pinnacle Health Hospice is seeking caring individuals interested in providing support and companionship to its' Hospice patients and their families. Potential volunteers receive training. The four session training program will be held September 13, 20, 27 and October 4, from 5 to 8 PM at the Pinnacle Health Hospice Office at 2645 N. Third St., Suite 300, Harrisburg. For more information, contact Stephanie Schaefer, Coordinator of Volunteers, at 1-800-889-1098 or email her at sschaefer@pinnaclehealth.org.
Golf Tourney
September 24:
New Hope Ministries is hosting a golf tournament on
Friday, September 24th at Range End Golf Club.
Visit
www.nhm-pa.org or call
432-2087 for registration information.
Men at the Cross
October 16: Will you join us for an intense men’s only event centered on the call to
discipleship?
If man to man discipleship reached the world in the 1st Century,
man to man discipleship can reach the world in the 21st Century!
October 16th, at Calvary Church in Lancaster.
Contact ticketing@menatthecross.org for more info.
Camping Opportunities
Did you know that the United Methodist camping program isn’t just for
children and youth?
There are camping opportunities for all ages.
Below is a partial list of some of the special camps being offered this year.
If you would like more information, visit the Conference website on
camping at
www.cpcumcamps.org
Pink Retreat
Oct 1-3
Grade 6-Adult
Mount Asbury (The Pink Retreat is for those who suffer from
any type
of
cancer and their loved ones.)
Fall Foliage Retreat
Oct 4-7
Older Adults
Wesley Forest
Blood Pressure Readings
Giant, Weis, and Karns Foods Gift Cards
When you purchase your groceries with gift cards from Giant Foods, Trinity Church will receive 10% for every gift card sold.
When you purchase your groceries with gift cards from Weis Markets or Karns Foods, Trinity Church will receive 5% for every gift card sold.
How does it work?
The gift cards can be used as cash each time you do your grocery shopping. They come in denominations of $25, $50 and $100.
Where can you get them?
On Sunday mornings in the Mt. Olivet Room, or at the church office during the week.
Who is the person to contact?
Wes Kister sells the cards in the Mt. Olivet Room on Sunday mornings, or they can be purchased from one of the secretaries in the office weekdays from 8 AM to 2 PM.
GIFT CARDS AT GIANT AND WEIS CAN ALSO BE USED IN THE PHARMACY and GIFT CARDS AT GIANT CAN BE USED FOR GAS!!!
ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES
for West Shore Food Ministries
Please contact West Shore Food Ministries at 418-2591 for further information or check their website at www.wsfm.us
Online Ordering @ www.wsfm.us
Online ordering is activated for West Shore Food Ministries. You are able to order online using your debit or credit card. You will be e-mailed a receipt which you must print and bring along on Distribution day to pick up your food. There is a $2 convenience fee charged by Angel Food Ministries to cover the online transactions. Remember that the regular monthly sign-ups continue here at our church.
To sign-up in person here at Trinity Church, the following dates have been established. Payment must be by cash, cashier's check, money order, EBT card, debit or credit card. Sorry, nor personal checks. Debit or credit card payments will be processed via online ordering. Angel Food Ministries charges a $2 convenience charge to cover the cost of the electronic transaction.
| MONTH | FRIDAY 5 - 7 p.m. | SATURDAY 10 a.m. - Noon |
| SEPTEMBER | September 10 | September 11 |
| OCTOBER | October 15 | October 16 |
| NOVEMBER | November 12 | November 13 |
| DECEMBER | December 10 | December 11 |
| MONTH | SATURDAY 10:30 a.m. - Noon |
| SEPTEMBER | September 18 |
| OCTOBER | October 23 |
| NOVEMBER | November 20 |
| DECEMBER | December 18 |
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