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Lenten Lessons Learned How is your quiet time/sabbatical going? Are you hearing God? Are you feeling refreshed and renewed? I wanted to share a little of what I’ve heard this week! I was hoping this Lenten season that I had graduated on to a new Lenten discipline, but alas it seems I’m stuck on the same one again… I have been for several years. In reading the lessons for Ash Wednesday, the same Lenten discipline jumped out to me again. It wasn’t even in the regular reading but the Occasional readings lesson in Isaiah 58:1-12, which I was encouraged to read, specifically verses 9-10. If you do away with the yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk, and if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness and your night will become like the noonday. The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins, and will raise up the age-old foundations; you will be called the Repairer of Broken Walls, Restorer of Street with Dwellings. I wanted to share my Lenten Discipline, because I think it is something we at Holy Trinity struggle with. I have always heard the saying "If you can’t say something nice about someone, don’t say anything at all." My first confrontation with this discipline came from Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. Other scriptures have concluded this truth. James 5:9 Don’t grumble against each other, brothers, or you will be judged. I Corinthians 10: 10 And do not grumble, as some of them did and were killed by the destroying angel and the red letter words of Jesus in John 6:43 Stop grumbling among yourselves. How does that affect us if we do grumble and don’t build others up? From the Ash Wednesday's lesson in 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:10, we hear that We are Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. What does backbiting and grumbling do to our reputation as Ambassadors for Christ? As 2 Corinthians 6:3 says, We put no stumbling block in anyone’s paths, so that our ministry will not be discredited. Even as we at Holy Trinity face some of the same hardships that Paul is facing in the next few verses, we too should be able to stand in the midst of our trials and hardships "in purity, understanding, patience and kindness, in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love." Can we do as David did in Psalm 101:5 Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, him will I put to silence. And if we don’t, Psalm 103 reminds us He forgives. But we may suffer the natural consequences of tarnishing our ambassadorship, and our light at Holy Trinity will be dimmed! Yours in Christ Paula Howbert
WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, February 24 8:00am Holy Eucharist 9:00am Children's Sunday School, Rms. 6 & 11 9:00am Youth Sunday School, Youth House 10:00am Holy Eucharist 10:00am Baby Church, Nursery 11:00am Farewell Luncheon for Fr. Mark & Doris 5:15pm Holy Eucharist Monday, February 25 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:30am Yoga, Musikgarten Room 11:00am Musikgarten Toddler II, Musikgarten Rm. 5:15pm Holy Eucharist and Healing 5:15pm Yoga, Musikgarten Room 7:00pm Boy Scouts, Parish Hall Tuesday, February 26 7:00am HE and Women’s Breakfast 9:30am Yoga, Musikgarten Room 7:00pm Cub Scouts, St. Francis Hall Wednesday, February 27 7:00am Holy Eucharist and Men's Breakfast 8:00am BSF, Nave and Ed. Wing 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:00am Musikgarten/Babies, Musikgarten Rm. 9:45am Musikgarten/Toddler I, Musikgarten Rm. 10:30am Musikgarten/Toddler I, Musikgarten Rm. 11:15am Musikgarten/Toddler II, Musikgarten Rm. 12noon Women's Bible Study, Parish Hall 5:00pm Junior Choristers, Choir Room 5:30pm Supper 6:00pm Bethel Bible Study, Room 1 7:00pm Adult Choristers Thursday, February 28 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:45am Rector's Bible Study, Room 1 11:00am HE and Healing Friday, February 29 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall
Lay Eucharistic Ministry February 24, 2008 Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Romans 5:1-11 John 45:26-42 8:00am Holy Eucharist David Overton Robert Stewart 10:00am Holy Eucharist Jack Bilbo Mary Lou Cassidy 5:15pm Holy Eucharist Laura Scott
Altar Guild Team III will serve February 23-29. Carla Holeva, Captain. Deborah Chester, Sara O'Leary, Kimberly Wilson.
Tuesday Morning Women’s Breakfast Deborah Chester will serve breakfast on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, following the 7:00am Holy Eucharist.
Men’s Club Earl Baldridge and Tevis Herd will serve breakfast on Wednesday, February 27, 2008, following the 7:00am Holy Eucharist.
Wednesday Night Supper5:30pm Angela Stephens is cooking Soup and Salad Dessert
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!
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: Margaret, Madolyn, Michael, Johnny, Jim, Justine, Darlene, Brent, Patsy, Josie Mae, Doris, Pat, Sydney, 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, Julie, Kathleen, Debbie, Bill, Bettie, Jan, Becky, Jennifer, Ann, James Jr., Meg, Livi, and Kay.For Those in the Military: Chris, Randy, David, John, Miller, Michael, Drew, Bo, Eli, Nick, James, Kimberly, 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. Deadline is Friday at 2:30pm.
Prayer for the Election of a New Bishop Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a bishop for this Diocese and rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
HOLY TRINITY BOOKSTORE & GIFTS The Bookstore is 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.
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!
Adult Education WEDNESDAY
Women's Bible Study Come join us for small group Bible Study and Prayer Group on Wednesdays 12-1pm in the Parish Hall. We study the scriptures for Sunday, talk about how we can apply them to our lives, and pray. It is a great place to receive encouragement and support in your Christian walk. There is no homework! You can bring your lunch! Call if you have questions. Paula at 697-6536.
YOUTH ALERT Feed yourself - Body and Soul Donuts with Deborah and Juice with Jim 9:00am in the Youth House
Youth Confirmation Sundays at 9:00am in the Youth House. Need more information? Call Paula Howbert at 697-6536.
CHILDREN'S EXPRESS
SUNDAYS Godly Play Sundays at 9am. Meet in the Storytelling Room. I wonder what's in the box this week?
Children’s Chapel Sundays 10am for those children Preschool to 2nd grade
WEDNESDAYS Children’s Choir 5:00pm – Music Room Dinner 5:30 – 6:00pm
Hands On Bible Bible Blitz 6:00 – 7:00pm Game Room
Holy Trinity VBS 2008 Dust off your Poodle Skirts, find those old 45’s, we’re getting ready for VBS rockin’ with Jesus. VBS 2008 will be June 16 - 20 and we can use all the help you have to give. We need room facilitators, storytellers, decorators, arts and crafts facilitators, outside game people and more. Planning schedule is as follows: Friday, March 7: 12-1pm Friday, April 4: 12-1pm Friday, May 2: 12-1pm Wednesday, May 7: 6-7pm June 9 – 13: Work Week Come share in the fun this summer!!
NEEDED: Coordinator of First Sunday Potluck Very little work; benefits include continuing sacred Sunday fellowship, astounding food, great food (others bring it!) and just a little tidying up. To volunteer, call the Parish Office, 683-4207.
Holy Trinity Vestry Jody Gilles, Senior Warden; Don Olive, Junior Warden, Terry Jolliffe, Clerk; Marilyn Allen, Carol Armstrong, Deborah Chester, Connie Godlevski, Orman Hubbard, Jim Newman, Russell Robken, Sam Stephens, Mark Wheeler. Vestry Meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 6:30pm in Room 1. The meetings are open to all parishioners. The next meeting is Thursday, February 21.
Holy Trinity Children's Day Out Summer 2008
Your children will buzz with excitement for two whole months learning about the fascinating world of bugs! Fly, jump, or wriggle your way into summer Children's Day Out with topics such as spiders, ladybugs and beetles, bees, ants, grasshoppers, and other tiny critters. Enjoy water activities, sports, movies, crafts and so much more. Watch your children weave their webs of knowledge, as they become bug experts! Dates: June 24 - August 14 Ages: 6 months -entering 3rd grade Registration and supply fee: $45 for the first child and $60 for two or more children. First half of tuition due May 1. Second half due June 24. No one-day option available. Tuition will not be reimbursed. Please call Karen Parnell, 683-4200 or 413-0331 to register or for questions.
CLAY STUDIO The Clay Studio will have "open studio nights" on Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00pm during the month of February. Any interested adults are welcome to join David Overton in the studio for hand building or wheel work. All levels of experience are welcome. Call David for more information, 553-5597.
Wanted Please stop by the long hallway off of the "sun porch" and peruse the plethora of opportunities that await you. There are ways for you to serve others, both within our Parish and outside in the community. There are also activities for you to become a part of—sharing in fellowship and growing in our future here at Holy Trinity. Now is the time and Holy Trinity is the place! What a wonderful way for you to live out your Lenten discipline this year. Please, Get Connected! We need everyone to be an active part of our church family. So…just do it!
All Parish Retreat Registration begins NOW! Reserve your spot and several more for family and friends!
HEButt Foundation Camps, Home of Laity Lodge Youth Camp and Laity Lodge Near Leakey (45 miles south of Junction, on the Frio River) $35 single, $60 couple, $85 family of three or more. Open to all parishioners and their friends and family. Accommodations are basic cabins, bunk beds,&… indoor plumbing! Girls and boys cabins. Families-bunk-together option available. No tents or campers allowed. To register please contact Jenness Gilles, Angela Stephens or Deborah Chester.
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