Trinity: 4/1/11

4/24/11

Trinity Talk...A Weekly Newsletter

Trinity Talk - Easter Sunday – April 24, 2011

UMW meeting on Wednesday, April 27, at Cypress Point at 11:30 a.m.; having lunch with Colleen Phillips, a resident there.

Pastor Susan will be gone until May 5 to help her daughters move. Susan Marner-Sides will be on call for emergencies; her office number is 293-5685; home phone 293-6484; cell phone 820-0422

JOY services will be led by Barb Rice on April 27 and by Marcia Metcalf on May 4.

There will be a WEDDING SHOWER FOR JULIE CHRISTIAN, daughter of Jean Christian, on this coming Saturday, April 30, from 10–11:30 a.m. Julie is registered at Target and at J. C. Penny’s. All women of the church are invited. Drop in or stay the full time and enjoy the fellowship. Julie will be married in Jamaica in mid-May.

Trinity will be hosting the Bloomfield R. 14 School District Preschool and Kindergarten prescreening on April 27-28.

TRINITY ANNUAL YARD SALE – MAY 6 & 7. You may start bringing your things starting May 1. This event provides cash for us, makes items available that people might otherwise be able to purchase, and usually everything left at the end of the sale is given away. There will be papers available to fill out for tax exempt contributions.

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING STATS for March are available on the table in the foyer.

PASTOR SUSAN’S OFFICE HOURS: Susan is in her office each Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is best to call her to make sure she is there since she also visits and has meetings, etc. She is available to meet on other days, also. What about the other days, you might ask? She works on the message and other more in-depth studies at home. You may call her at 568-3188 (church), 568-3581 (home) or 421-3706 (cell). If you wish to make an appointment, please leave your message on her home phone or on her cell phone, since there is no one scheduled to be in the office on any other specific day of the week.

Thanks to all who helped with the Easter Egg Hunt – it was a great success and thoroughly enjoyed by hundreds of children.

Thanks to the TRINITY SINGERS and Cissy Williams for the beautiful cantata today entitled “The Rose.”

STUDENT RECOGNITION: Ashton White was named Student of the Month last month for the trait of compassion; this month Gavin Chasteen was named Student of the Month for Honesty. Congratulations – Trinity is proud of you.

Thanks to all who helped in any way with the Holy Week Services this year.

Vicky Breece has the Relay for Life Luminary bags available for purchase. They are $5.00 each and can be bought In Memory of or In Honor of. All proceeds go to Relay for Life. Anyone wanting them may see Vicky at church or contact her at 820-0465.

DIAPER MINISTRY needs help. We need diapers sizes 3,4,5 and baby wipes. There is a basket in the foyer of the sanctuary. Thank you for your generosity.

LOOKING AHEAD:

HOPEFEST - SIKESTON FIRST UMC – Saturday, April 30, starting at 4 p.m.

BLOOD DRIVE IN TRINITY FELLOWSHIP BUILDING on Monday, May 16, 2011 – 3 to 7 p.m. We need donations of fruit (raisins, bananas, grapes), juices (grape, apple, orange), and sandwiches cut into quarter size pieces.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Sharon Ulrich –will have heart surgery on May 5 at Southeast Hospital.

Isabella Heaton – 6-month old cousin of Julie Dodd – in Children’s Hospital in St. Louis with seizures.

Bonnie Watson – in hospital in Benton, AR

Effie Dodd – Mother of James Dodd who is waiting on bone marrow results.

Steve Stodgsdill – Juilie Dodd’s friend who is in the hospital with a fever and is suffering from cancer..

Kathy Jones – cancer has reoccurred after 13 years; her husband Larry died just two weeks ago.

Rita Dwiggins - aunt of Carrie Greene – critical condition in St. Louis hospital; had surgery on Wednesday.

Homer Levart, Dexter – suffering from kidney cancer; in Texas seeking treatment. His daughter Karen

Griffin who works at SEMO Electric, is a friend of Tressa Lane.

Harold Foster

Neal Boyd

Dennis Strauser

Alan Horner

Linda Talley – Kristine Jackson’s Mom who has cancer.

Greg Hall Sarah White Charles Glass Mucuacua UMC

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4/17/11

Trinity Talk...A Weekly Newsletter

Trinity Talk – News, Events, and Schedules – April 17, 2011

THE EASTER EGG HUNT IS THIS AFTERNOON in the City Park, 3-5 p.m. Lots of things to do after the egg hunt: face painting, jumpers, games, food, etc. Everyone welcome.

We welcome the children as they participate in the Palm Processional today. This is the beginning of the Palm/Passion week, the week that leads to the Crucifixion on Friday and the Resurrection on Sunday. Next Sunday is Easter Sunday.

TRINITY SINGERS will present a short cantata on Easter Sunday morning entitled “The Rose.” Final practices will be tonight at 6 p.m. and Wednesday night at 6:30.

THIS WEEK – TUMC TO HOST HOLY WEEK SERVICES again this year. They will start at 7 a.m. each morning Monday through Thursday, April 18 through 21^st. All churches in the community participate in these services, with Bro. Greg Stevens speaking on Monday; Pastor Susan Hoyle on Tuesday; Bro. Kevin Eskew on Wednesday and Bro. Bob Holland on Thursday. The services usually last about 30 minutes, giving time for people to attend before going to work. For those who do not have a work deadline to meet, there will be coffee and doughnuts, etc., for a half hour or so of visiting. These services help prepare us for the Good Friday and Easter Morning Services.

THE COMMUNITY GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE will be held at the 1^st General Baptist Church on Christian Drive with Bro. Dwight Hensley preaching at 7 p.m.

MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICES will be held at Trinity on Thursday, April 21, at 7 p.m. Pastor Susan always has an outstanding service for this occasion—we will be a part of the Last Supper which Jesus shared with His disciples. If you haven’t been there, perhaps you can try it this year; if you have attended, you will want to come again.

There will be a WEDDING SHOWER FOR JULIE CHRISTIAN, daughter of Jean Christian, on Saturday, April 30, from 10–11:30 a.m. Julie is registered at Target and a few things at J. C. Penny’s. All women of the church are invited. Drop in or stay the full time and enjoy the fellowship. Julie will be married in Jamaica in mid-May.

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING STATS for March are available on the table in the foyer.

DIAPER MINISTRY needs help. We need diapers sizes 3,4,5 and baby wipes. There is a basket in the foyer of the sanctuary. Thank you for your generosity.

Thanks again to the Landscaping Crew – check it out; looks good.

LOOKING AHEAD:

UMW meeting on April 27 at Cypress Point at 11:30 a.m.; having lunch with Colleen Phillips, a resident there.

HOPEFEST - SIKESTON FIRST UMC – Saturday, April 30, starting at 4 p.m.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Reese Palmer – fell yesterday and possibly cracked a rib; is in a lot of pain.

Kathy Jones – cancer has reoccurred after 13 years; her husband Larry died just two weeks ago.

Rita Dwiggins - aunt of Carrie Greene – critical condition in St. Louis hospital; had surgery on Wednesday.

Ellie Thorn

Homer Levart, Dexter – suffering from kidney cancer; in Texas seeking treatment. His daughter Karen

Griffin who works at SEMO Electric, is a friend of Tressa Lane.

Lawhorn and Bateman Families – have medical and financial problems; they are friends of Nora Statler.

Bob Blair – in Crowley Ridge Care Center; is not doing well.

Colleen Phillips – recuperating at Cypress Point.

JoAnne Ruby - Mother-in-law of Julie Dodd's aunt who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer

Dan Duncan – battling cancer; friend of Vicky Breece.

Steve Stogsdill – colon cancer; will start two weeks of chemo, then four weeks of both chemo and radiation,

then surgery. He continues to need our prayers.

Lori Fowler – improving and Mom Judy Vincent is back home after several weeks with Lori.

Linda Talley – Kristine Jackson’s Mom who has cancer.

Becky Dennington – in St. Louis for radiation treatments.

Greg Hall Sarah White Charles Glass Mucuacua UMC

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Seven last Words of Jesus from the Cross”

“Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:24

“Verily, I say unto thee, today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43

“Woman, behold thy son... Behold thy mother!” John 19:26-27

“My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?” Mark 15:34

“I thirst.” John 19:30

“It is finished.” John 19:30

“Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit.” Luke 23:46

4/11/11

A Light in the Window

Susan Hoyle, pastor Trinity UMC

Easter is less than two weeks away. Perhaps you are preparing for a big Easter dinner with family and friends. Maybe you are making Easter baskets for the kids or grandkids. You might be planning on taking the kids to an Easter egg hunt. These are the kinds of things we do at Easter. But there’s something more important than any of these activities. What could that be, you ask? The most important question is: how are you preparing to walk with Jesus to the cross of Good Friday and the Resurrection of Easter Sunday? And that’s not an easy question to answer, is it?

When we think about Easter we often think about all the activities I mentioned earlier. We don’t think much about why this is a most holy season of the Christian year until a service on Good Friday or Easter Sunday. What might happen if we put as much thought into walking with Jesus during Holy Week as we do on those other activities? Perhaps we would experience Holy Week in a way that we never thought possible. God is always waiting to show us how we can come closer into God’s holy presence.

So how can we walk with Jesus during Holy Week? We can begin by reading Scripture. Begin by reading Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19 or John 12. Each of the Gospels tells us how Jesus came into Jerusalem during that last week of His life and the crowds cheered Him. This sets the stage for the joy that turns into the sorrow of Good Friday. Then each day read Scripture after that first passage to get a sense of what was going on during that week. As you read the passages, imagine you are there listening to Jesus. Imagine the crowd of people around Him. Notice what’s going on. Put yourself in the story.

Then on Holy Thursday, read Matthew 26:17, Mark 14:12, Luke 22:14 or John 13 and experience Holy Communion with Jesus and His disciples. Remember you are a disciple (learner), too. Then on Good Friday, read the rest of the passages about His death. We may not want to read about His death because it is too painful. We want the celebration of Easter Sunday but not the suffering of Good Friday. That’s only natural. Yet as followers of Christ, it is important to walk the way He walked and to think about what He experienced. Then we begin to understand what He did for us. And God will reveal new insights to us as we walk this walk. And through those insights, we will experience more love, more saving grace and more resurrection that we have ever experienced before. That’s the power of walking with Jesus to the cross of Good Friday and the hope of Resurrection Sunday.

May you experience the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ this Holy Week in a way that brings you closer to God and gives you the peace that passes all understanding…

Join us on Monday, April 18 through Thursday, April 21, for early morning Holy Week services at 7:00 a.m. We will walk together as we experience the week with Jesus. The service lasts 30” and community pastors will give the meditation. Trinity will also have a Maundy Thursday service on April 21 at 7:00 p.m. We will be a part of that Last Supper with Jesus and His disciples. We will have three Easter morning services. Our chapel service is at 8:00 a.m. that is a smaller, more intimate service. We also have services at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. and Trinity Singers will provide a powerful Easter cantata. Trinity UMC is located on Highway J, next to Golden Living Care Center.

God’s blessing to your and yours this most Holy season.

4/10/11

Trinity Talk...A Weekly Newsletter

Trinity Talk – News, Events, and Schedules – April 3, 2011

ATTENTION ALL CHILDREN: Next Sunday, April 17, our children will participate in the Palm processional at the 11 a.m. worship service. All the children are invited to participate. The very young children may be assisted by an older youth or a parent. It’s a great opportunity for the children to have a part in the worship service as they wave the palms.

TRINITY SINGERS will practice Wednesday evening, 7p.m., immediately following JOY at 6 p.m.

WE STILL NEED LOTS OF EGGS FOR THE EGG HUNT THIS COMING SATURDAY, APRIL 16, AT THE CITY PARK. We need plastic eggs stuffed with wrapped candy. We will also need helpers for that day, so think about where you would like to serve--hide eggs, serve food, cook food, help supervise jumpers, etc. Thanks for your help.

FULL BREAKFAST next Sunday, April 17; everyone welcome.

TUMC GIRLS SALAD SUPPER was a great success. The theme of “Vintage Aprons and Tablecloths,” was carried out in the table decorations and with each person wearing an apron. Most of the aprons carried a story which was shared by the wearer. There were mothers’ aprons and grandmothers’ aprons which carried many memories. A beautiful and delicious array of salads and desserts graced the buffet.

LANDSCAPING DAY – A thunder storm rolled through early Saturday morning, but that didn’t stop those landscapers. Check it out – a great job. Thanks to all who helped in any was, planning, purchasing, digging, planting, furnishing lunch, cleaning up, etc. It takes a church……

TUMC TO HOST HOLY WEEK SERVICES again this year. They will start at 7 a.m. each morning Monday through Thursday, April 18 through 21^st. All churches in the community participate in these services, which usually last about 30 minutes, giving time for people to attend and then get to work. For those who don’t have a work deadline to meet, there will be coffee and doughnuts, etc., for a half hour or so of visiting. These services are a good inspiration to take us into Easter.

MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICES will be held at Trinity on Thursday, April 21, at 7 p.m. Pastor Susan always has an outstanding service for this occasion. If you haven’t been there, perhaps you can try it this year; if you have attended, you will want to come again.

Thanks to Jim and Sue Mayo for the flower bed at the driveway west of the church building. They had this in mind before plans to have the work day; it will fit in nicely with the other landscaping that is being planned.

Vicky Breece is on a Relay for life team at work and she has the Luminary bags available for purchase. They are $5.00 a piece and can be bought for In Memory of or In Honor of. All proceeds go to Relay for Life. Anyone wanting them may see Vicky at church or contact her at 820-0465.

Building Loan Balance - $53, 598.60

DIAPER MINISTRY needs help. We need diapers sizes 3,4,5 and baby wipes. There is a basket in the foyer of the sanctuary. Thank you for your generosity.

Look out world—Donnie Gibbs has his driver’s permit! Congratulations on another milestone. After driving race cars for some time now, Donnie is sure to know how to handle a vehicle. Just remember, D., that you are not always on the race track!!!!

LOOKING AHEAD:

UMW meeting on April 27 at Cypress Point at 11:30 a.m.; having lunch with Colleen Phillips, a resident there.

HOPEFEST - SIKESTON FIRST UMC – Saturday, April 30, starting at 4 p.m.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Kathy Jones – cancer has reoccurred after 13 years; her husband Larry died just two weeks ago. Rita Dwiggins - aunt of Carrie Greene – critical condition in St. Louis hospital. Carrie is there with

her today.

Ellie Thorn

Homer Levart, Dexter – suffering from kidney cancer; in Texas seeking treatment. His daughter Karen

Griffin who works at SEMO Electric, is a friend of Tressa Lane.

Law horn and Bateman Families – have medical and financial problems; they are friends of Nora Statler.

Bob Blair – in Crowley Ridge Care Center; is not doing well.

Colleen Phillips – recuperating at Cypress Point.

JoAnne Ruby - Mother-in-law of Julie Dodd's aunt who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer

Dan Duncan – battling cancer; friend of Vicky Breece.

Steve Stogsdill – colon cancer; will start two weeks of chemo, then four weeks of both chemo and radiation,

then surgery. He continues to need our prayers.

Lori Fowler – Cecil and Judy Vincent’s daughter is at her home has she continues her recuperation from

surgery for a mass behind her eye.

Linda Talley – Kristine Jackson’s Mom who has cancer.

Becky Dennington – in St. Louis for radiation treatments.

Greg Hall Sarah White Charles Glass Mucuacua UMC

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Lenten thought: “Are ye able,” said the Master, “to be crucified with me?”

“ Yea,” the sturdy Christians answered, “to the death we’ll follow thee.

Lord, we are able, our spirits are thine; remold them, make us, like thee, divine.

Thy guiding radiance above us shall be, a beacon of God, to love and loyalty.”

The 1^st ever Hope Fest is coming to Sikeston First UMC. This outdoor celebration is featuring national and local speakers sharing their stories of Hope. Not only will we celebrate through speakers and music on that evening, we will also provide opportunities for hope for all those in need throughout the region. Participators are::

Chris Byrd – Former WBO/IBF Heavyweight boxing champion (defeated Oilfield)

Jimmy Needham = In pop Recording Artist

Rapper J-Son & DJ – from Lucre’s group

Dub Pierce – Worship leader @ The Journey (Sikeston First’s contemporary service) and recording artist

Chris Nell – Worship leader @ Northland UMC – KC

Maggie Thorn – Winner of Mid-South Fair Talent Contest

Anna McReynolds – Rising Blue Artist

Southern Brothers – Top 40 Gospel Trio

Bill Ed Huff

Anchor Academy

The following services will be offered free by professionals to all who want them:

Health screenings, stress tests, vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis and osteoporosis screenings, finger printing, old prescription drug drop-off, eyeglass drop-off, hair cuts, family counseling, financial counseling, just to name a few.

Representatives from the following organizations will be on hand to provide information:

Room for One More, Habitat for Humanity, American Red Cross, Center for the Blind, WIC – Family Services, along with other local, national and global organizations.

There will also be food available and over 15 kids’ inflatable rides and activities. Due to the expected number of people attending, there will be shuttles providing free transportation throughout Sikeston to Hope Fest.

Save the date. This entire event is free and open to any and all. This will be a great evening of opportunity and optimism found through the Hope of Jesus Christ. We hope you will consider joining us, as well as passing this information along to anyone you know who is looking for Hope. The church’s address is 1307 North Main St., Sikeston. The event begins at 4 p.m. and will end around 10 p.m. For more information,

e-mail bradaycock@mac.com or call 573-421-1824.

(This information received from Brad Aycock)