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Merry Christmas From the staff of Holy Trinity
Almighty God, who hast given us thy only-begotten Son to take our nature upon him and as at this time to be born of a pure virgin: Grant that we, being regenerate and made thy children by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit; through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit, ever, one God, world without end. Amen.
Holy Trinity Christmas Schedule December 24, Monday: Christmas Eve: 5:30pm - Christmas Pageant with Holy Eucharist Rite II. 10:30pm - Holy Eucharist, Rite I, with Incense and Bells. December 25: Christmas Day: 10:00am Holy Eucharist, Rite I. December 30: First Sunday after Christmas—Kings College Cambridge Lessons and Carols at 10:00am. No Holy Eucharist.
WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, December 23 8:00am Holy Eucharist 9:00am NO SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00am Holy Eucharist 5:15pm Holy Eucharist Monday, December 24 5:30pm Christmas Pageant and Holy Eucharist, Rite II 10:30pm Holy Eucharist, Rite I — Incense and Bells PARISH OFFICE CLOSED Tuesday, December 25 10:00am Christmas Day Holy Eucharist, Rite I PARISH OFFICE CLOSED Wednesday, December 26 7:00am HE and Men’s Breakfast PARISH OFFICE OPEN 9AM - 12NOON ONLY Thursday, December 27 9:45am NO Rector's Bible Study 11:00am HE and Healing PARISH OFFICE OPEN 9AM - 12NOON ONLY Friday, December 28 PARISH OFFICE OPEN 9AM - 12NOON ONLY
The Feast of the Epiphany Sunday, January 6 6:15pm Meet at the Ohio street parking lot for Burning of the Greens (bring a few branches from your Christmas tree) Followed by the Epiphany Service in the Nave Stay for dinner and the King's Cake in the Parish Hall
Lay Eucharistic Ministry December 23, 2007 Isaiah 7:10-17 Psalm 24 Romans 1:1-7 Matthew 1:18-25 8:00am Holy Eucharist Robert Stewart Charles Simmons 10:00am Holy Eucharist Marilyn Allen Neal Allen 5:15pm Holy Eucharist Caroline Holmes Altar Guild Team II will serve December 22-28. Barbara Leeton, Captain. Nancy Stewart, Janet Sam, Bonnie Hubbard, Kay Sirgo, Terry Staub.
Tuesday Morning Women’s Breakfast NO BREAKFAST on December 25.
Men’s Club Bill Wallace, Jim May, Mike McKinney will serve breakfast on Wednesday, December 26, 2007, following the 7:00am Holy Eucharist.
Birthdays and Anniversaries December 23-29 Those having a birthday: Garrick Patterson, Carol Page, Robin Vasicek, Sheldon Smith, Elouise Halsey, Timothy Dover, Angela Stephens, Thomas O'Brien, Susan South, Carol Jo Blake, Gwen James, Charles Zachry.Those having an anniversary: Sharon and Gene Floyd, Paula and Chuck Howbert.
Wednesday Night Supper Wednesday Night Supper No Wednesday Night Supper until January 9, 2008 Please call Angela Stephens at 685-4135, to offer your help in providing a nourishing meal for our diners on Wednesday evenings.
HOSPITAL VISITS Please call the Parish Office at 683-4207, and let us know when someone from Holy Trinity is in the hospital or rehab center. We don't want to miss anyone. Thanks!
Comunidad Alabare Every Wednesday, Bob Hilton comes to Holy Trinity to pick up food in the grocery cart in the Parish Hall to give to the poor who attend Comunidad Alabare. Please remember to bring food, especially canned or dry goods. Remember, need knows no season. Thank you!
Prayer List Please note that this is an extended list. This list is not read at the services on Sunday or during the week. For Those in Trouble, Sorrow, Need, Sickness or Any Other Adversity: Josie Mae, Sydney, John, Diane, Connie, Richie, Gay, Britt, Clayton, Margot, Pauline, Heather, Camden, Beth, Marci, Carol, Jim, Jessica, Susie, Mike, Wanda, Denise, Christopher, Kylie, Liz, Eric, Allison, Kathy, Phil, Julie, Kathleen, Debbie, Bill, Bettie, Jan, Becky, Jennifer, Ann, James Jr., Meg, Livi, Kay. For Those in the Military: David, John, Miller, Michael, Drew, Bo, Eli, Nick, James, Kimberly, Chris, Rosemary, Justin, Lisa, Craig, Jody, Andrew, David, Steven, Jordan, Sean, Patrick, Etienne, Annie, Casey, Nick and his platoon, the 293rd; and Victor. If you know of anyone in the Armed Forces, please feel free to call the Parish Office and place his or her name on the Prayer List. Please call the Parish Office to place a name on the Prayer List. Deadline is Friday at 2:30pm.
ADULT EDUCATION SUNDAY · NO Study of Matthew 5:1-11. The Blessed Life - a Study of the Beatitudes. WEDNESDAY · NO Women's Bible Study: 11:30am Brown-bag lunch and fellowship in the Parish Hall followed by Bible study from 12noon - 1:00pm. THURSDAY · NO Rector’s Bible Study, Thursdays at 9:45am in Room 1. Join us for a study of Luke’s Gospel.
YOUTH ALERT Feed yourself - Body and Soul Donuts with Deborah and Juice with Jim 9:00am in the Youth House (if you are usually late- come at 8:55am) An enlightening and revealing discussion of the "Propers" (what are the Propers, anyway?) Come find out what you always wondered, but were afraid to ask!
Youth Confirmation Sundays at 9:00am in the Youth House. Need more information? Call Paula Howbert at 697-6536.
Children's Express
Sunday School Under Construction No Sunday School Sunday 23rd Sunday 30th Godly Play begins January 6thGodly Play Work Days Thursday – December 27th 9am – 3pm Friday – December 28th 9am – 3pm Saturday – December 29th Call Karen for more information, 413-0331
Children’s Chapel Resumes January 6th For children preschool to 2nd grade
Baby Church 10am Nursery Sundays from 9am – 11:30
Wednesday Night Activities Bible Blitz grade school) and Hands on Bible (preschool) 6-7 pm To resume January 9th 5:30 Dinner in the Parish Hall
"A Christmas Story" Holy Trinity’s Children’s Christmas Pageant 5:30pm Service Christmas Eve 1st Rehearsal – Saturday December 22 10am – 12noon 2nd Rehearsal – Sunday December 23 Costume fitting and practice 2:00 – 4:00pm 3rd Rehearsal in Full costume Monday – December 24 10am – 12noon All children are welcome to be a part of the "production".
Faces of Children Prayer Ministry Wednesdays 11:30am First Presbyterian Church This ministry prays for children throughout the world—children at risk and in crisis. Please consider this weekly ecumenical ministry with the faith communities of Midland.
WE NEED YOU!!! Holy Trinity has been supporting the MIDLAND SOUP KITCHEN for nine years! Our commitment to serve others in this outreach ministry is based on help from everyone in the Parish. Please consider giving some of your time to this worthwhile project. Even one or two hours a month will greatly help the others who so diligently give of their time. Remember, STEWARDSHIP includes more than just money...it's also your time and talents. Holy Trinity volunteers serve: Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00am to 1:00pm
HOLY TRINITY BOOKSTORE & GIFTS The Bookstore will be closed temporarily. If you would like to make a purchase, please call the Parish Office, 683-4207 to make an appointment. Thank you for your patience.
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS To give the gift of flowers for Christmas in memory of loved ones, please send your donation to the Parish Office, attention: Cindy, Holy Trinity Flower Fund. Deadline is Thursday, December 20 at 4:00pm.
LAY EUCHARISTIC VISITOR TRAINING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 6:00PM ROOM 2 CALL MARY COLLIER FOR MORE DETAILS, 685-0811.
Lay Eucharistic Ministry Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Schedule Monday, December 24 Isaiah 9:2-4,6-7 Psalm 96 Titus 2:11-14 Luke 2:1-20 5:30pm Christmas Pageant & HE Jody Gilles Laura Scott 10:30pm Holy Eucharist, Rite I Jack Bilbo Mark Wheeler
Tuesday, December 25 Isaiah 52:7-10 Psalm 98:1-6 Hebrews 1:1-12 John 1:1-14 10:00am Holy Eucharist Marilyn Allen
Community Children's Clinic We need nurses Most people are aware that there is a nursing shortage in our country that is expected to last over the next 20 years. Part of our "Baby Boomer" population is made up of retiring or soon to be retired nurses. However, their knowledge and experience is still greatly needed. If you would still like to share your gift of caring with your community or know someone who would be interested in volunteering as a nurse, please call Community Children's Clinic, 686-8593. Volunteer positions are available weekday mornings one day a month or one day per week.
Community Children's Clinic Wish List Garbage Bags: tall kitchen, waste paper size and large 40-55 gallon sizes Kleenex Tissue Paper Rolls Clorox Paper towels Why is contribution important? These items are used and replaced daily at the Clinic. Your donation allows us to use our money contributions for various expenses, x-rays, lab tests, prescriptions and medical supplies.
END-OF-YEAR DONATIONS Everyone wishing to make end-of-year donations must have them in the office by December 28 by noon, or postmarked December 31, 2007. Books are closed after that. And, your pledges are still welcome. If you have any questions, please call me at 683-4207. Thank you. Sara Fritz, Director of Finance
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