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Programs & Events at Church of the Trinity
Something for Everyone at Church of the Trinity
Saturday January 21st 8:45am MCC Central Florida Network Gathering, New Port Richey
Sunday January 22 9:15 & 11am Miracle at the Beach, Third Sunday after the Epiphany
Wednesday January 25th 5:45 pm Come to Fellowship Dinner - Chef Paul will be preparing Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes
Wednesday January 25th 7pm The Art of Moving Prayer, Sanctuary
Saturday January 28th 2pm Celebration of Life Service for Billy Bruce Wagener
Saturday January 28th Dinner at Katie’s Café- Tickets on Sale Now!
Monday January 30th 6pm Yoga Class, Sanctuary All are welcome
Wednesday February 1st 7pm Progressive Bingo $100.00
Thursday- Sunday February 2-5th MCC Women’s Conference Register at TrinityMCC.com
Saturday February 4th 8pm Comedy Night with Karen Williams Tickets online at TrinityMCC.com
Sunday February 5th 10:30am Bishop Yvette Flunder Preaching
Women’s Conference 2012 February 2-5
Holy Trust: Women Together in the Struggle for Justice
Registration now available online Register Here
Over 60 women in leadership from around North America will be gathering at Church of the Trinity the first weekend of February. Registration is still available at TrinityMCC.com The focus of this conference is women empowering women to assume leadership roles in their communities by developing the trusting relationships essential to achieving social justice.
Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson, Moderator of Metropolitan Community Churches and Bishop Yvette Flunder, Presiding Bishop The Fellowship, will explore their journey in building trusting relationships between themselves and their respective communities and movements, and lead the participants in examining the rewards and demands of modeling trust.
The Holy Trust Conference is open to women, transwomen and those who identify themselves as women who are interested in improving their leadership skills and connecting with others in the common pursuit for social justice. Register early for a 10% discount.
The Comedy of Karen Williams
Saturday February 4th 8pm Tickets available online at TrinityMCC.com
Featured in the award-winning comedy/ documentary "We're Funny That Way," she's shown regularly on HBO and was a nominee for the 1999 GLAMA Award for her outrageously funny comedy. Priority seating and reception with the performer $40 in advance, $50 at the door. General Admission $20 in advance $30 at the door. Purchase tickets online or by calling 941-355-0847
Bishop Yvette Flunder to visit Church of the Trinity
Sunday February 5th 10:30am (note combined service)
Recently named by the Huffington Post at one of the nation’s top inspiriting LGBTQ leaders, Bishop Yvette Flunder will be preaching at Church of the Trinity February 5th. In 1991 Bishop Flunder founded the City of Refuge United Church of Christ in San Francisco for the purpose of uniting gospel and social ministries. City of Refuge is a thriving inner city ministry celebrating the inclusive love of Jesus Christ. In 2003 Flunder was consecrated as Presiding Bishop of The Fellowship, a multi-denominational fellowship of 110 primarily African American Christian leaders and laity representing 56 churches and faith-based organizations from the US, Mexico and Africa. She is the author of Where the Edge Gathers: A Theology and Homiletic of Radical Inclusion, Pilgrim Press. A popular preacher and speaker she has also served as a lecturer and Adjunct Professor at numerous seminaries. Join us February 5th for this inspiring service and invite a friend!
Host Homes Needed for Women's Conference
If you are willing to sponsor an attendee in your home for the Women's Conference on February 2-5, please contact Rev. Donna drt2008@verizon.net or Rev. Vickie millervsms@tampabay.rr.com ASAP. Our hope is that this may encourage more women to attend from other regions of the U.S./world.
Celebration of Life Service for Billy Bruce Wagener
Saturday January 28th 2pm Church of the Trinity MCC
Family and friends of Billy Bruce Wagener will gather Saturday January 28th at 2pm to celebrate his life. Our prayers and support are with his partner of 20 years, John Dorr. The community is invited to attend and share remembrances. A reception will follow the service.
Stewardship Thought
"The older I get the less I listen to what people say and the more I look at what they do."
Andrew Carnegie
Reaching Out Into Our Community
Interfaith Open House
Sunday January 29th 3pm, St. Boniface Episcopal Church 5615 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key
Saint Boniface Episcopal Church’s Peace and Justice Committee, as members of the Sarasota-Manatee Interfaith Partnership, will host an Open House gathering. It will include an introduction to the Episcopal “family” of the Christian tradition, conversation, Q&A and light refreshments. The goal is to build bridges of understanding between the Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities. Please RSVP by January 15 to Jay Rock at 941-926-0228 or bat2rock@yahoo.com.
Benefit for Bethesda House, Mardi Gras Madness
Saturday, February 18 6 p.m. Sarasota Yacht Club in Sarasota
Bethesda House HIV/AIDS Ministries provide support services for the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of individuals in a compassionate, non-judgmental way. Drop-in services include a food pantry, clothing bank, and a laundry and shower facility. Other services offered are HIV/AIDS psycho-educational groups, professional individual and family counseling, substance abuse counseling, case management, intensive case management, spiritual support groups, transportation assistance, job referral and training, self-sufficiency groups, linking to medical services, financial assistance, support groups and safe social networking. For more information and to purchase tickets contact Jeanette Wozniak, 941-355-4680, ext. 311
The Ministry of Rev. Delores Berry
Sunday February 19th 9:15 & 11am
Join Church of the Trinity and Rev. Delores Berry for two inspirational Sunday services February 19th. Rev. Berry will offer the Sunday message and the ministry of music. All are welcome. The event is free and open to the public. A love offering to bless the ministry of Rev. Berry will be received. www.revdeloresberry.com
Sign Project Update
Church of the Trinity has contracted with Charles & Chase construction company for the installation of a new 8 foot sign on Lockwood Ridge Road. The new signage will give us visibility from both northbound and southbound lanes of traffic and will be illuminated at night. A special thank you to Doug Whitney who has donated his time and expertise toward this project. Through the generosity of donors $11,500 has been raised toward a total project goal of $15,117. Construction has begun! If you are able to make a contribution please designate your check or envelope ‘sign project’. Thank you for your support as we continue to reach our community with the message of God’s inclusive love!
Programs & Events at Church of the Trinity
SignChiDo The Art of Moving Prayer
Wednesday January 25 at 7 p.m.
Come find out how the essentials of breathing, moving and listening come together to form an elegant dance of prayer. The movements are small and can be done in a chair if necessary. Please wear comfortable clothes and footwear. The music is a prayer in itself which is grounding, calming and holy.
MCC Central Florida Network Gathering
Saturday January 21 8:45 am Spirit of Life MCC, New Port Richey
MCC pastors and lay leaders from around the Central Florida region will gather in New Port Richey for a day of leadership training and networking. For more information contact Central Florida Network Leader Richard Henry twc4078980594@earthlink.net
Yoga at Church of the Trinity
Monday January 30th 6pm, Sanctuary
Join us for a yoga class for beginners January 30th . The suggested donation for the class is $15. Sign up in the narthex or contact Rev. Charles Tigard for more information ctigard@trinitymcc.com. The class will be facilitated by a certified instructor with experience in the LGBT community. Through body movement participants will engage the body, mind, and spirit. Join us and bring your yoga mat!
You are invited to attend Ben Heu and Randy Bromley’s Holy Union
Saturday March 24 4pm
Benjamin Heu and Randy Bromley would be honored by your presence for our Holy Union officiated by our own Senior Pastor Charles Tigard at the Church of the Trinity. Reception will follow after the ceremony in the church court yard. RSVP By February 15, 2012 to Ben @ nanimanu1958@yahoo.com.
Church of the Trinity
7225 North Lockwood Ridge Road
Sarasota, FL 34243