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TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 500 COURT STREET, PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA 23704
What’s inside. . From Senior Warden 2 Stewardship Reminder 2 Restoration Update 3 Christion Formation 3 Birthdays 4 Anniversaries - 4 From ECW Smokin’ Saints BBQ photos 5 Phantom of the Opera 6 Upcoming Events 7
OCTOBER 2016
Staff
Rector
Jack Levick, Director of Music Jacky Rodes
Director of Christian Formation Linda Torres, Parish Administrator
Tony Macklin, Sexton
Sunday Worship Services
8:00 Holy Eucharist Rite I 9:00 Nursery Age 5 & Under 9:00 Parish Breakfast— $4
9:30 Christian Formation all ages 10:30 Choral Eucharist: Rite II
Coffee Hour in Parish Hall
after 10:30 service
Leadership
Randolph Boothe-Pharr, Senior Warden
Joseph Saveika, Junior Warden R. Malcolm Fortson, III, Treasurer
Patricia Roulhac, Recorder
Dear friends, I had such a great time last Saturday. First of all, I received Dean Burgess's $5.00 (well, free top of the line) tour of the sanctu-ary. He knew that I love both stained glass windows and American history. So, he told me so many wonderful stories about your magnif-icent priceless glass and the substantial role Trinity has played in the story of America. Then, I went outside, where my wife, Ellen, and I had lunch with the delightful "Granny" Johnson. That was followed by my tour around the grounds, welcoming our luncheon guests and, of course, inviting them to church. I cannot confirm if any of them accepted my invitation, but they were all pleased to be asked. The first step in evangelism is hospitality. Visitors yearn to be welcomed without being made to feel uncomfortable. By your actions and generosity, Trinity said to the throngs of people down town Saturday that we welcome you and wish to be your friend. It was a very beautiful experience on a gorgeous day. Best love, Jim
Some parishioners have requested Jim Sell to bring copies
of his memoir, Learning to Live: An American Story to the
church for sale. Autographed copies are available in
Linda Torres’ office.
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MESSAGE FROM THE SENIOR WARDEN
We are starting a new chapter in the life of trinity Episcopal Church. As we said farewell to Father Charles and Chrissy, I would like to thank everyone who con-tributed and made their send-off reception a blessed event. As we reflect on the past two years with Father Charles, we marvel at how far Trinity has come in the renovation of the church buildings. We remember how the church building was fall-ing in around us and after three million dollars of renovations, we emerged with a beautiful refurbished Sanctuary, Parrish Hall and Bell Tower. We will dedicate the Bell Tower on Foundation Sunday, November 13, 2016.
I recall hearing the saying “People come into our lives for a reason and a season.” Father Charles came to Trinity to spearhead the refurnishing of our church and now that his mission has been completed for us, he has moved on to other Godly pursuits. Let us not fret in his going, but appreciate the time we had together. We now welcome Father Jim Sell, our supply Priest who will take us into the New Year, January 2017.
As we continue our “grow” campaign, let us continue to ”Grow” in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, while the Father and the Holy Spirit lead us to growing our Youth ministry, Christian Formation, Godly Play, Adult Bible Study, the Music ministries, and Community outreach. The Saint Cecelia Music Guild is in the final stages of presenting the “Phantom of the Opera” reception, film and organ concert on October 29, 2016. We hope to see all of you there and that you will invite your friends.
As we start our stewardship pledge season, let us contribute to trinity and its ministries, generously and without reservation. We have three more months in this year and God’s work to be done. Give as if you are giving to our Lord Jesus Christ, who laid down his life for us so that we may live under His Holy guidance and direc-tion.
May the Lord be with you.
I am,
Randolph Boothe-Pharr Senior Warden
FROM THE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE
DON’T FORGET!!
Please bring or mail your pledge card to the ingathering to be held on Sunday, October 16.
If you did not receive a pledge card, please contact the church office or Joyce Saveika
and you will receive one immediately.
RESTORATION PROJECT UPDATE
The renovation work in the church and bell tower is complete. Other than some minor paint
touchup, there are no outstanding work items.
The planned partial brick wall work along the west side of Parish House (Commodore Theatre)
was begun and the wall was found to be in very fragile and unstable condition. The footing originally
consisted of brick and oyster shell mortar. Over several hundred years the soft brick and mortar foot-
ing that was in the ground had dissolved and the wall was just balancing on top. Except for some
remaining concrete from the apartment building that was next door, the wall just falls over when
touched. We have had to use plywood as we move along the parish house to prevent damage.
Fortunately the wall repairs were included in the description of work that is eligible for tax credits. The
relatively limited repair has turned into a larger and more expensive building project.
Joe Saveika, Jr. Warden
Project Manager
MINIATURE GOLF— Saturday, October 15
We will kick off our year of events with a trip to
Par-Tees 3d Blacklight Mini Golf
234 Battlefield Blvd. North
Chesapeake,VA 23320
Saturday, October 15 at 1:00 pm. Admission will be at the door: $9 for ages 13 and up, $7 for ages 3-12 and under 3 is free. Please sign up on the Sunday school bulletin board so we know how many people to expect and can give the place a heads up.
GHOST WALK – Friday, October 28
We will be selling hot dogs, popcorn and bottled water at the annual Olde Towne Civic League GhostWalk. We need volunteers to help serve refreshments as people wait inline for their tour. Please see the sign up sheet on the Sunday school bulletin board or see Jacky Rodes for more information.
WWJB will resume this year in the months of October and November at the Bier Gar-den. The first session will be on October 25th. More details to come soon!
Jacky Rodes,
Director-Christian Formation
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
October Birthdays 8
9
12 13
14
15
15
20 22
23
30
October Anniversaries 1 1113
Trumpet Page 4
Andrew Quicke
Gerry Thompson
Tony Macklin Janice Pickrell
Zoe Hunt
Dot Ybarra
Andrea Morgan
Maggie Radford Ted Rodes
Julia Burgess-Ballinger
Keleigh Moore
Leon & Deborah Matheny Karen & Michael Modesitt James & Mary Andrews
PLEASE CONSIDER SIGNING UP TO PROVIDE
ALTAR FLOWERS FOR A SPECIFIC SUNDAY
BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR.
THERE ARE DATES OPEN!
SIGN UP ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE PARISH
ADMINISTRATOR’S OFFICE . YOUR COST WILL BE
$50. YOU MAY CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE OR
LYNN SPENCER, FLOWER CHAIR, WHO WILL AN-
SWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE. HER
NUMBER IS 757-686-8928
Thank you!
Lynn Spencer
ALTAR FLOWERS
First, let me say a sincere Thank You to everyone who helped in any way with the re-
cent receptions at Trinity. Your time and dedication is very much appreciated by everyone
involved and particularly by family and friends.
FALL FEST IS COMING UP ON THE 21st! Please place your pansy order and make plans
to join us for lunch and/or the spaghetti dinner. Linda has tickets for sale in her office and
also for the Phantom event on Oct. 29. If you feel “techy” you can order tickets online. Just
go to www.trinity-portsmouth.org and click on the link. It’s really easy! This year we will
again offer customers the ability to pay by credit card as well as cash or check.
Elegant Elephant is still taking donations—please see guidelines posted on the bulletin
board or call me at 675-4381 if you have questions or need a pick-up. Also, if you have
something you think would be good to include in the Silent Auction, call Gracie Peacock!
We will also need baked goods to sell at Fallfest! Cookies, cakes, breads, pies—
whatever is your specialty! It would be helpful if you gave us a suggested price and if you
make cookies, to package them in 3’s or 5’s or a dozen with your suggested price. A num-
ber of people have also agreed to make soups, chili, and other ready-to-eat foods for the
sale.
Finally, if you can help serve during lunch or help with clean-up, please sign up on
sheet on the Parish Hall bulletin board. Any help would be appreciated.
Lets make this year’s Fall Fest a big success! All profits go toward the ECW projects
both within and without Trinity’s walls!
Dottie Lindley, ECW President
EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN (ECW)
Smokin’ Saints BBQ— Trinity Churchyard September
James Anderson pulled an all-nighter on Friday to smoke a lot of BBQ which we all enjoyed on Saturday. Thanks James!! It was delicious! Over 200 people agree!
EXCITING UPCOMING OCTOBER EVENT!
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM PARISH OFFICE and ONLINE AT
WWW.TRINITY-PORTSMOUTH.ORG
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 500 Court Street
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
757.393.0431 www.trinity-portsmouth.org
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Tues., Oct. 4 Brotherhood Meeting, Parish Hall 6:30 Thurs., Oct. 6 Final deadline for Nominations for Vestry. There will be no nominations
accepted from the floor.
Fri., Oct 7 First Friday in the Churchyard with Joe and Laurene Dabbs
Sun., Oct. 9 Blessing of the Animals in the Nave at 4pm. Animals should be on a leash
or in a carrier. For those animals unable to travel or for companions who have died, a special blessing prayer will be offered over a photograph or
other.
Sat., Oct. 15 Christian Formation Event: Miniature Golf, 1pm ParTees 3d Blacklight
Mini Golf; Sign up sheet on Christian Formation Office Door
Wed., Oct. 19 Vestry Meeting Fri., Oct. 21 Fall Fest and Pansy Sale—9-3pm Lunch & Spaghetti supper on 10/21. See
Poster in this Trumpet for details. Volunteers needed! See sign-up sheet
Sat.,Oct.22 Fall Fest and Pansy Sale 9-Noon
Sat., Oct. 29 Phantom of the Opera Night! Reception, Movie, Music Tickets on sale!
Sun., Oct 30 NO Breakfast at 9:00 am
Sun., Nov. 6 Trinity Annual Meeting and Vestry Election. Pot luck lunch served
Sun.,Nov. 13 Foundation Sunday Special Reception following 10:30 service
TRINITY CALENDAR—OCTOBER