Thursday Notes
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The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Dear Trinity Family,
One of God's call to us is to see who is in need of love and care in our community and for us to try to fill that need. As I have come to know and love this area, I have seen the wonderful special education that Trumbull provides. Yet, there are very few, if any, church services that serve this community and those with sensory needs. This has led me and the vestry to try something when our program year commences in September. We are going to be having a 7:30am service. This will be a half hour, Rite 2 service with no music. Anyone can attend but it will be made specifically for those with sensory needs, such as those with ADHD or autism. Our 9am service will stay as it already is.
I know you will have questions about this and I am more than willing to answer them. For now, please pray for the start of this new service and give thanks to God that we are growing enough to try something new!
Blessings,
Rev. Kate
THE GOSPEL Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Jesus said to the crowd, “To what will I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to one another,
‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance;
we wailed, and you did not mourn.’
For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon’; the Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look, a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ Yet wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.”
At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.
“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
❖ Parish Announcements ❖
❧PRAYER REQUESTS
Please remember those in need of prayer: Bill, Amy, Carolyn, Alison, Xavi, Chris, Dee, Don, Frank, Larry, Marilee, DJ, George, Chris, Michael, Alex, Debbie, Manny, Will, Lucille, Lenny, Paul, Gayle, Al, Cherie, Leslie, Joanne, Ellen, Michael, Cami, Kaitie, Pat, Georgeann, Walt, Steve, Frank, Barbara, Christine, Stacey, Drewseller, Bobby, Michael, Brandon, Cathy, Rebecca, Caitlin, Mason, Renate, Pat, Renay, Mike, Sharon, Chuck, Lou, Catherine, Michael, Patty, Kerri, Paul, Eric, Jill, Tom, Jim, Peter, Christina, Geoffery, De, Patty, Lynne, Tom, Donna, Sam, Helen, Dominic, Fred, Beth, Charlie. Please also pray for our military, and all those being deployed.
❧ WORSHIP
Today, July 5th we will have a service of Holy Eucharist.
NEW 7:30am sensory friendly service starting in September! This half-hour service is for anyone but especially those who have sensory needs. Our 9am service will continue as usual. Questions? Contact Rev. Kate at rev.kemd@gmail.com.
❧ PARISH LIFE
Weeknight Bible Study has begun! - The Bible: What's in it? Will take place each week on Thursday nights at 6:30pm. The group will meet in person in the library. A zoom link will also be provided for those interested in that option.
Rev. Kate will be on vacation from July 15 to August 3. We welcome her back on Sunday August 9th. During her absence, if you have a pastoral emergency, please contact Rev. Kate at 475-265-0654.
Join us for Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 AM in the library. All are welcome, we’d love to see you there!
A Thank you from Patty Dhar – My dear Kate and the Trinity Church Congregation; As I sit quietly contemplating my love and dedication to God, I think about how life is different yet strangely the same after being ordained. The one thing that has stayed constant is my love and affection for you.
Thank you so much for your support. It really means so much to me. The responsibilities that come with this new role overwhelm me. But now, finally, my restless heart is resting in Him. Love you, Patty
❧ OUTREACH
Due to the July 4th holiday, July’s First Friday Food Drive will be held on Friday, July 10th! Thank you!
❧ CARING CONNECTIONS
Birthdays – Scott Detuzzi (the 4th), Simon Howes (the 6th), Trevor Fox (the 7th), Nyla Cruz (the 7th).
Anniversaries -- Nancy & John Wilson (the 5th).
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