Attention 20s-30s folks! This Sunday is the first Sunday of the month, which means it's time for our 20s-30s gathering following the 10:30 service. The theme this month is Mardi Gras, as we're getting ready for Ash Wednesday in just a week. RSVP here, and invite your friends!
This Sunday at 9:30: First Sunday Breakfast and Introducing the Society of Friends (Quakers)
In addition to our First Sunday Breakfast, we will have the opportunity to learn more about the Society of Friends, generally known as the Quakers, from Steven Davison. Steven has been a Friend for 37 years. He is the author of a Quaker blog, Through the Flaming Sword, and of a number of Quaker articles, book chapters, and a Pendle Hill Pamphlet (Quakerism's premier publication) on The Gathered Meeting. He has a book in development with another Quaker publisher on what Quakers believe.
Volunteers Needed for Shrove Tuesday!
This year’s Shrove Tuesday pancake supper will be Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 pm. We'll need set up volunteers to arrive at 4:00 pm and then clean up volunteers at the end of the events. Please email Carol at carolbrooksthomas@gmail.com to sign up for voluntering. Thanks!
Confirmation Class
Sign up for Confirmation classes! Bishop French will once again be with us at the Easter Vigil on Saturday, April 19. If you are interested in being confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church, classes will start on Sunday, March 2. Adults should contact Kara at sladek@trinityprinceton.org. Youth (or parents of youth) should contact Donte at milligand@trinityprinceton.org.
Come for Compline -- Stay for a Trinity Game Night!
Join us on Sunday evening, March 9th (after Compline) and socialize with other like-minded board game enthusiasts. Come and see if we can stump Kara in "The Catholic Game" or Joseph in "Risk" or who the real sleuth is in "Clue". Or -- bring your own favorite board game. We'll order pizza and provide soft drinks. You can bring your family, some friends, significant others, people off the street -- and a game or games to share. ALL AGES are welcome.
In order to plan, please sign up using the link attached here...https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-buQmvMPAvKWBvoNLNDyLopWrP5TFHtmcroMebm5yco/edit?gid=0#gid=0 And if you can help with either setup or cleanup, please let me jsyzdek@yahoo.com or Rachel firstrachel24@gmail.com know.
Come share in the fun, get to know other Trinity members better and let that gentle competitive spirit out. We look forward to seeing you then!
A Sacred Encounter: Music, Scripture, and the Call to Love
Dear Beloved of Trinity Church,
On the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany, February 2—also the Feast of the Presentation—our Trinity Schola Choir performed Come, you who are blessed by Jonathan Dove. I had never heard this piece before and experienced it for the first time during Evensong.
As the music began, I closed my eyes, opened my heart, and allowed the words and music to envelop me. This can be a tricky thing when also officiating the liturgy, but I didn’t want to miss it. I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to be fully present for this sacred choral offering. It stirred something deep within me, moving me to tears. (I encourage you to listen to this piece and open yourself to the movement of the Spirit through it.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OynZtlacj94.
This composition is based on Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 25:
"Come, you that are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me." (Matthew 25:34-36)
Through this moving interpretation and presentation of our Lord’s teaching we are reminded of the Gospel imperative to care, to love, and to serve. We, as God’s children, are intimately connected and are called to care for one another as if we are caring for Christ. It is often all too easy to dismiss the “other” and keep our focus solely upon ourselves and those closest to us. Yet, Christ’s example demands more—a radical reorientation of our hearts and lives. He calls us to love as He loves, to serve as He serves.
For the sake of love.
In the name of Christ.
To the glory of God.
Peace and Blessings,
Oregon Trailblazers: Keeping Lent at Home Potluck
Do you want to learn more about keeping Lent at home? Curious about how to share Church traditions with your kids? Join us for a special Lent potluck on Saturday, March 15th at 5:30 PM. Childcare will be provided.
RSVP here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1moYWLZgHG4OK7St6dz4ZtOxfTqk9yAAwmQUP1A8xa5k/edit?usp=sharing
Campaign Forum Next Sunday
Dear Good People of Trinity Church,
We warmly invite you to a special Forum Hour on Sunday, February 23, at 9:30 AM in Pierce-Bishop Hall. This gathering will be an opportunity to delve deeper into the vision behind our campaign, as previously shared, and to explore how it will strengthen our mission and ministry. You will also have a chance to meet our campaign leadership team, ask questions, and share your thoughts.
Trinity has nourished us all and made a lasting impact far beyond its walls. Our deepest hope is that our Church will continue to thrive for generations to come. Your prayers, presence, and participation are essential to our success.
Join us for this most important and exciting conversation as we step forward in faith, united in purpose, and grounded in God’s grace to secure the future of our beloved parish.
"Grant us wisdom, grant us courage
for the facing of this hour … and for generations to come."
Peace and Blessings,