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Dear Holy Trinity Family, I thought that as long as "New Hats" were being talked about, I would through my "Hat" into the ring. As you know, Joyce Petrich was our Director of Finance and Facilities, with her resignation that leaves quite a few tasks undone. Not to worry — I'm here to introduce myself as the new Facilities Manager. I'm not sure what my current title is anymore. When I first started working here my title was Membership and Communications Secretary, or really parish secretary. Then I became Assistant to the Rector for Parish Administration. Basically I was doing the same job, with a few new duties. Now I'm parish secretary, web master, still Fr. Mark's secretary and maintain the facilities and oversee sextons. Apparently I have great faith in myself because I really think I can do it all. The reality is I have great faith in God. When I was 30 years old I asked God for a gift or talent. I took voice lessons and I sing reasonably well now. Well, here I am 20 years later at age 50 and I'm asking God for the gift of "Administration". I have a knack for organizing and I think that gift will grow further to accomplish my work. I have no doubt that with the grace of God I can "do all things through Christ which strengthens me". I am excited about the challenges and with your prayers I will always be able to fulfill my duties. You might be wondering who is taking care of the financial side of the business. Sara Fritz, who was our part-time bookkeeper has graciously accepted to fulfill the position of Finance Manager. You probably know Sara because she goes to the 10:00am Eucharist. She's a real go-getter. I have been here at Holy Trinity for eleven years now and I have always considered it my spiritual "home away from home". Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your faith community. In Christ, Cindy Wimberly
WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, September 23 8:00am Holy Eucharist 9:00am Geography of the Bible, Parish Hall 9:00am Children's Sunday School, Game Room 9:00am Youth Sunday School, Youth House 10:00am Holy Eucharist 11:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open 5:15pm Holy Eucharist 6:00pm EYC, Youth House Monday, September 24 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:30am Yoga, Musikgarten 11:00am Musikgarten Toddler II, Musikgarten Room 5:15pm Holy Eucharist and Healing 5:15pm Yoga, Musikgarten Room 7:00pm Boy Scouts, Parish Hall Tuesday, September 25 7:00am HE and Women’s Breakfast 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:30am Yoga, Musikgarten 10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open Wednesday, September 26 7:00am HE 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. 10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open 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, Parish Hall 6:00pm Study of the Propers, Room 14 6:00pm Bible Blitz, Game Room 6:00pm Bethel Bible Study, Room 1 6:00pm Get Real, Youth House 7:00pm Adult Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room Thursday, September 27 7:30am 1928 Morning Prayer, Nave 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall 9:30am Yoga, Musikgarten 9:45am NO Rector's Bible Study, Room 1 10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open 11:00am Holy Eucharist and Healing Friday, September 28 8:30am CDO, St. Francis Hall
Wednesday Night Supper September 23 at 5:30pm in the Parish Hall If you would like to cook or help, call Angela Stephens at 685-4135
Feast Days for the week of September 23-29Tuesday, September 25: Sergius, Abbot of Holy Trinity, Moscow, 1392. Ecclesiasticus 39:1-9, Psalm 34:1-8, Matthew 13:47-52.Wednesday, September 26: Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester, 1626. 1 Timothy 2:1-7a, Psalm 63:1-8, Luke 11:1-4. Saturday, September 29: St. Michael and All Angels. Genesis 28:10-17, Psalm 103, Revelation 12:7-12, John 1:47-51.
Lay Eucharistic Ministry September 23, 2007 Amos 8:4-7 Psalm 138 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Luke 16:1-13 8:00am Holy Eucharist Robert Stewart Mike Peek 10:00am Holy Eucharist Jack Bilbo Mary Lou Cassidy 5:15pm Holy Eucharist Caroline Holmes
Altar Guild Team IV will serve September 22-28. Elizabeth Wheeler, Captain. Gretchen Bakke, Barbara Robken, Ann Wambaugh, Kim Jones, Marilyn Hanson.
Tuesday Morning Women’s Breakfast Doris Cannaday will serve breakfast on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, following the 7:00am Holy Eucharist.
Men’s Club John Holly, Blake Weichert, Bill Tapley, Dennis Houghtaling will serve breakfast on Wednesday, September 26, 2007, following the 7:00am Holy Eucharist.
Birthdays and Anniversaries September 23-29 Those having a birthday: Jack Bilbo, Mark Cannaday, Stan Parnell, Fred Westmoreland, Dennis Houghtaling, Trina Albright, Mike Grella, George Watters, Kim Jones, Nathan Sirgo. Those having an anniversary: Anne and George Hover, Jenness and Jody Gilles, Bev and Loyd Lawson.
Departed Luberta Preas , mother of Cecil PreasDebbie McMahon ,sister-in-law of Gretchen DavisMay light perpetual shine upon them.
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 For Those in Trouble, Sorrow, Need, Sickness or Any Other Adversity: Pat, Barbara, Kathleen, Frank, Tish, Lourdes, Yettie, Rachel, Jeanie, Debbie, Bill, Doris, Donna, Bettie, Mike, Katherine, Allen, Jan, Clayton, Pat & Al, Louise & John, Lisa, Becky, Jennifer, Barbara, Brenda, Ann, Weldon & Jan, James Jr., Ann, Traylor, Jo, Therese, Bob, Liz, Betty, Gay, Richie, Meg, Livi, Britt, Kay, Susan, Shannon, Pam and Judy B. Please call Cindy in the Parish Office to place a name on the Prayer List. Deadline is Friday at 2:30pm. For Those in the Military: Miller, 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.
Adult Education
WEDNESDAY · Bethel Bible Study will start up on Wednesday, September 19 at 6:00pm in Room 1. · Women's Bible Study: 11:30am Brown-bag lunch and fellowship in the Parish Hall followed by bible study from 12-1pm. · Study of the Propers: Room 14 at 6:00pm. Wednesdays evenings, beginning September 26. SUNDAY · Geography in the Old and New Testaments begins Sunday, September 23 and 30 in the Parish Hall. THURSDAY · Rector’s Bible Study, Thursdays at 9:45am in Room 1. Join us for a study of Luke’s Gospel.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER Wednesday, October 24 6:00pm Fr. David Read is coming to speak on Wednesday, October 24 in the nave at 6:00pm. His topic is "Building up the Church and the Kingdom of God". The Rev. David G. Read was called to St. Helena's in November, 1998. He grew up in San Antonio where he and his family were members of St. Francis' Episcopal Church. David attended college at Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State) and earned a Bachelor of Arts in History. He attended Virginia Theological Seminary and graduated with a Master in Divinity in 1992. He was ordained Deacon and Priest that same year. David has served congregations in Brady, Victoria, and now Boerne.
Youth News CONFIRMATION TO BEGIN SOON! Youth Confirmation will begin on Sunday, September 23 at 9:00am in the Youth House. This class is for students in 9th and 10th grade. For more information, call Paula Howbert at 697-6536.
SUNDAY FOR YOUTH Sunday School teachers Julie Harvey, Deborah Chester, Jim Newman. Sunday School meets at 9:00am in the Youth House. Instead of traditional curriculum, teachers will lead discussion on the Propers for the week. Jr. High and Sr. High will meet together.
DON'T FORGET EYC on Sunday Nights Come and have fun at 6:00pm in the Youth House. Do you know what the ULITIMATE CHALLENGE is? Dinner will be served. Call Emily at 664-2972 for more information.
GET REAL! Wednesday, September 19 6:00-7:00pm Youth House It's back… a great opportunity for our Youth Community. All junior and senior High School age youth are encouraged to experience this wonderful time together. It's a chance to discuss topics that YOU WANT TO TALK ABOUT (in a "safe place" with "safe people"). For more information, call Emily Klemme, 664-2972 or Cindy Olive, 425-6775 for more information.
Sunday School Children Preschool to 6th grade Room 11: grades 1-6 Room 5: preschool & kindergarten
Baby Church Sundays 9am in the Nursery
Children’s Chapel September 23rd – Kasey Chester September 30th – Instructional Eucharist
Bible Blitz Wednesdays 6-7pm Game Room
First Communion Classes September 23rd at 2:30 Parish Hall This is for children 1st grade and older. Parents who would like for their children to have a refresher are also encouraged to come. Please contact Karen at 683-4200
Staff Email Addresses Fr. Mark : frmark@holytrinity.org Fr. Andy: frandy@holytrinity.org Cindy Wimberly: cindy@holytrinity.org Karen Parnell, Director of Children's Education: karen@holytrinity.org OR cdo@holytrinity.org Emily Klemme: eyc@holytrinity.org Tyree Johnson: tyreejohnsonmusic@yahoo.com Beth Chester: bookstore@holytrinity.org
HOLY TRINITY BOOKSTORE Tuesday 10am – 4pm Wednesday 10am – 6pm Thursday 10am – 4pm Sunday after 10am service Special orders available
WOMEN'S RETREAT September 28-30, 2007 Bishop Quarterman Conference Center, Amarillo, Texas The Reverend Susan Sims-Smith from the Diocese of Arkansas will join us to lead a weekend retreat for women. Her ministry is called SeedWork. SeedWork was created to enliven the faith of those within the church, to reach out to those who are unchurched, and to restore relationships with those who have felt hurt by the church. It is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas. Before becoming ordained as an Episcopal priest, The Rev. Sims-Smith worked for 25 years as a psychotherapist. She has taught extensively on dreams, committed relationships, and prayer and meditation. This workshop examines how dreams communicate the needs of the soul as participants prayerfully seek God's guidance to live their lives. The rich spiritual discipline of understanding dreams and seeking to live in harmony with the messages they bring can enrich lives with comfort, challenge, and practical solutions to problems of daily life. For more information about her work please go to: http://www.seedwork.org/index.html Registration information: Paula Howbert , 432-697-6536, pfhowbert@prodigy.net
Holy Trinity Children’s Day Out Are you interested in earning a little spending money? CDO needs substitute teachers. Our children range in age from 6mos – 5yrs. If interested please contact Karen at 413-0331 or 683-4200. Thank you!
Acolyte Team Meeting Sunday, September 23 11:00am Immediately following the 10am HE, meet in the Nave, (a.k.a. The Church) All Acolytes need to attend this brief meeting, experienced and trainees. Please join us for lunch following the meeting. For more information, call Don Olive at 686-9545.
Food for the Hungry Youth Group!
If you would be willing to cook for the Youth Group on a Sunday night, please
contact Emily at 664-2972. Food is for about 15 people and we provide the drinks
and paper goods. Having dinner together at 6pm on Sundays before Youth Group is
a GREAT way to start our time together. Please consider helping! Thank you!
A Farewell Luncheon Give your Blessings to Fr. Andy Sunday, September 30 Parish Hall Following the 10:00am service
Rays of Hope Children's Grief Centre 900 W. Wall St. Our goal at Rays of Hope is to provide a safe, neutral place for children to do the work of grief. Through facilitated peer support groups, we encourage children to use the creative arts as tools of expression. Placed with children of similar ages and circumstances, participants begin to realize they are not alone. With an adult facilitating the discussion, children share and acquire coping skills while working through the tough issues that accompany grief. Classes are 3-5 weeks long, beginning monthly and meet weekly. School age children 5-18 are welcome. There is no charge for enrollment. For more information, call 684-5437.
Faith is not simply a patience that passively suffers until the storm is past. Rather, it is a spirit that bears things with blazing serene hope. — Corazon Aquino, former president of the Philippines and Asia's first female president.
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