Evensong 
 Trinity Episcopal Church
509 West Pine Street
 Hattiesburg, Mississippi
The Weekly Grail Electronic Newsletter For the Week of:
September 14 -21, 2008
The Mission of Trinity Episcopal Church is to be an open and diverse Christian family dedicated to serving God and all creation by fostering spiritual growth through worship, prayer, education, service, stewardship, and celebration.
 
 
Bill Stroop Photo (10-07)Greetings!  
 
Below are the weekly announcements about the activities of Trinity Church, Hattiesburg, MS.  Information about our parish and Diocesan life together for the forthcoming week, as well as special events and future programs is described. New ministries are highlighted here too.  I hope you enjoy receiving this information.  Also check out the Monthly Parish Newsletter for further information. 
 
Bill
Rector,
Trinity Episcopal Church

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in this issue...
Sunday
September 14
  • Holy Eucharist, 8:00 a.m.
  • Coffee Hour, 9:15 a.m.
  • Choir Rehearsal, 9:15 a.m.
  • Rector's Forum, 9:15 a.m   A report by Bill on the Bishop's reflections of the recent Lambeth Conference. 
  • Religion in Literature, 9:15 a.m. (Library),   Betsy McIntire facilitator
  • Children's Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.
  • Children's Choir, 9:45 a.m.
    Godly Play & Catechesis, 10:15 a.m.
  • Holy Eucharist, 10:30 a.m.
    Coffee Hour, 11:30 a.m

Monday
September 15

  • EFM, 8:45 a.m.
  • Pine Meadows Service, 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday
September 16
  • Centering Prayer,  2:00 p.m.
  • Bible Study,  5:15 p.m.
Wednesday
September 17
  • Holy Eucharist & Healing,  9:30 a.m.
  • Bible Study,  10:30 a.m.
  • Staff Meeting,  4:00 p.m.
  • Vestry Meeting,  5:15 p.m.
  • Daughters of the King, 5:30 pm
  • Micro-Industry Mission Meeting,  5:30 p.m.
  • Adult Choir,  6:00 p.m.
     

Thursday
September 18

  • Nothing scheduled for this day
Friday
September 19
Saturday 
September 20
  • Nothing Scheduled for Today 
Sunday 
September 21
  • Holy Eucharist, 8:00 a.m.
  • Coffee Hour, 9:15 a.m.
  • Choir Rehearsal, 9:15 a.m.
  • Rector's Forum, 9:15 a.m 
  • Children's Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.
  • Children's Choir, 9:45 a.m.
  • Godly Play & Catechesis, 10:15 a.m.
  • Holy Eucharist, 10:30 a.m.
  • Coffee Hour, 11:30 a.m.
HYMNS FOR SEPTEMBER
 
September 14:
390       Praise to the Lord! The Almighty, the King of creation
411       O bless the Lord, my soul!, stanzas 1-5
60         Creator of the stars of night
347       Go forth for God; go to the world in peace
397       Now thank we all our God
 
September 21:
522       Glorious things of thee are spoken
551       Rise up, ye saints of God
343       Shepherd of souls, refresh and bless
659       O Master, let me walk with thee
541       Come, labor on.  Who dares stand idle
 
September 28:
477       O praise to thee, for thou, O King divine
439       What wondrous love is this
685       Rock of ages, cleft for me
492       Sing ye faithful, sing with gladness
555       Lead on , O King eternal
EYC, NURSERY, SUNDAY SCHOOL, AND YOUTH NEWS   
  • Volunteers needed each Sunday to assist Sarah in the Nursery.
      We need to always have two adults present with our children in their programs.  We hope to get enough volunteers that you will only have to serve once every 2 to 3 months.  If you are interested in helping, please call the church office (601-544-5551).  We are also looking for a paid substitute for Sarah on Sunday morning when she needs to be off.
  • DOY Camp Bratton Green, Canton:  September 19-21, 2008 - Sr. High; Oct. 31 - Nov.2, 2008 - Jr. High  A Division of Youth (DOY) weekend retreat is full of spirituality, fun, getting messy, and just plain being yourself.  The weekends are planned and led by the DOY Council, made up of senior high youth and adult advisors.  More information can be obtained from http://youth.dioms.org/organization/doy.html.
  • ADULTS WORKING WITH YOUTH WORKSHOP:  October 3-4, 2008, Gray Center, Canton. Once a year, our parish and diocesan youth leaders - paid and volunteer, veterans and newbies, EYC leaders, Sunday School teachers, bible study leaders, Journey to Adulthood leaders, clergy, you name it! - meet at Gray Center for a weekend of renewal, refreshment, remembering, and resource sharing! Some years we bring in speakers on special topics in youth ministry. Other years we provide a series of workshops on a wide variety of topics. Every year, we provide opportunities for hands-on learning of new games, new discussion starters, new bible studies, and new music. We also brainstorm hundreds of ideas and resources for youth programs and activities. For more information:
    http://youth.dioms.org/organization/awwy.html
  • WANTED:  AN ADULT VOLUNTEER TO COORDINATE AND LEAD THE EYC YOUTH GROUP.  If you are a young-ish adult who feels called to lead our high-school youth program, please call Fr. Bill or Linda Trussell at 601-554-5551. 
NEW CONSTRUCTION FUND ESTABLISHED

The vestry approved the creation of a "New Construction Fund" to receive donations that will be used for the construction of new facilities and structures on our Church campus.  One project - a porte cochère (covered driveway) over the alley - is presently under consideration. Other projects are likely to be forthcoming as we engage in long-range planning.  If you wish to donate funds for new construction projects on our campus, simply write a check to "Trinity Episcopal Church" and put "New Construction Fund" on the memo line. 
FUTURE EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Rector's Forum
Sept 14 will consist of a report by Bill on the Bishop's reflections of the recent Lambeth Conference. 

ADULTS WORKING WITH YOUTH WORKSHOP:  October 3-4, 2008, Gray Center, Canton
Once a year, our parish and diocesan youth leaders - paid and volunteer, veterans and newbies, EYC leaders, Sunday School teachers, bible study leaders, Journey to Adulthood leaders, clergy, you name it! - meet at Gray Center for a weekend of renewal, refreshment, remembering, and resource sharing! Some years we bring in speakers on special topics in youth ministry. Other years we provide a series of workshops on a wide variety of topics. Every year, we provide opportunities for hands-on learning of new games, new discussion starters, new bible studies, and new music. We also brainstorm hundreds of ideas and resources for youth programs and activities. For more information:
http://youth.dioms.org/ oganization /awwy.html

HOLY LEISURE a silent retreat with special guidance from licensed Spiritual Directors November 7-9.  Maybe it's a reaction to our hectic, media-driven new century, or perhaps it's just the logical progression for those who seek a life in Christ. Whatever the reason, our HOLY  LEISURE silent retreats are attracting seekers of all ages.  Be still, and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10) reminds us of the importance of quieting our minds and calming our spirits in order to hear God's presence in our lives.  Under the guidance of licensed trained Spiritual Directors, participants will be given spiritual tools that will allow the "ambient noise" of our lives to diminish and be fully present with God.  For registration information please contact The Rev. Debo Dykes, debo@dioms.org, or 601-948-5954.
 
Ride Needed to Church.  One of our parishioners lives at the Pine Meadows Center adjacent to Loyalton on Fox Chase, just off 28th about half way between the medical center and Lincoln Road.  She wants to attend the 10:30 am Sunday service and needs a ride to and from church. If you can provide transportation for her, please call Fr. Bill at 601-329-3538. 
TEACH THEM TO FISH MINISTRY

Support the "Teach Them to Fish" Honduran Mission.  About a year and a half ago John DeLancy and Chris Tardy started a microindustry mission to Omoa, Honduras. With the blessings of the Bishops of Honduras and Mississippi, they have met weekly to plan teaching stained glass methods to the ladies of Omoa.  The main goal of the mission is to teach a skill that can provide an income for families that want to improve themselves and their communities.  John has already made two mission trips to Omoa and needs to go back at periodic intervals to continue this ministry.  They need your financial support to fund this missionary work.  Please make your checks payable to Trinity Church, and appropriately mark the envelopes that are provided in the pews and put them in the collection basket or mail them to the church.  Any and all amounts are welcome.


Trinity Parish Emergency Relief Fund
 
The Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Emergency Relief Fund has been set up to help Mary Deane McInnis with her medical expenses.  If you would like to contribute to this fund, please make checks payable to Trinity Emergency Relief Fund.  Use the envelopes provided in the pews to designate that the contribution is for Mary Deane.  She would like to acknowledge your gifts, so we will provide her with names and addresses but not amounts.

Jody Burnett's Purse

If you are interested in helping Jody Burnett while he is in seminary, you can write a check to Trinity Church, appropriately mark the envelopes that are provided in the pews and put them the collection basket or mail them to the church.  If you give cash, please indicate your name and address on the outside of the envelope. You do not have to put Jody's name on the memo line of your checkbecause contributions designated to a specific individual on your checks are not tax deductible. Jody would like to acknowledge your gifts, so we will provide him with names and addresses but not amounts.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call the church office.

I hope you find this weekly announcement bulletin from Trinity Parish, Hattiesburg helpful and informative.  It is intended to provide you with news of the parish and upcoming activities for the weekend and next week in our community.  
 
See you in church on Sunday!
 
Evensong
 
The Rev. Dr. Bill Stroop
Trinity Episcopal Church

 

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