Volume 14, Issue 5—October 21, 2013
F R O M T H E PA S T O R ’ S H E A R T
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
918 Tayman Avenue
Somerset, PA 15501
(Address Service Requested)
The Annual Congregational Meeting will follow the
10:00 a.m. Worship Service
on Sunday, November 10.
Please plan to attend.
(See page 20 for more information)
FA L L 2 0 1 3 /
PENTECOST III
I write this from Gettysburg Seminary, as I am serving as a
Seminary Board member, dealing with difficult and challenging issues of theological education in a time of great economic and historic changes. We are talking about
―Leadership Circles‖ where each of us on the board are invited to show leadership in our Time, Talent, and Treasure.
We will be establishing ―Leadership Circles‖ in our congregation as well. This is a challenging time. Fortunately, our God
empowers us for the challenges before us!
One highlight so far, has been the report of the Director of
the new Seminary Ridge Museum. She indicated that the
number of visitors to the Museum are right on
our target goals and that remarks made have
been very positive. It seems the most challenging issue is getting into the museum! (The entrance faces town, as it was, when the building
was built. Seminary Road, which goes through the Seminary
property, is actually located at the ―back door‖ of most of the
buildings on the Ridge, museum included).
Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage
PAID
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Permit No. 149
In the final exhibit, museum goers are asked to respond to
what they have seen, heard, and read in the museum. What
do you think, is the ―unfinished work of Freedom‖? (This is a
partial quote from Lincoln‘s Gettysburg Address.) This section may eventually have computer terminals to register responses, but right now, a decidedly ―low tech‖ response asks
folks to write their responses on 3M sticky notes and put
them on a large wall. Hundreds of responses are being
placed on that wall each month – an unprecedented number
of responses in museums of this type! Thoughtful, emotional,
Page 3
sometimes challenging notes are left behind; some notes
respond to notes of others - a conversation is happening!
Notes come from adults, elderly, and even young children!
One of my favorite stories is about a woman, a civil war
buff, who was found sitting outside Valentine Hall next to the
Museum. She was asked ―Are you alright?‖
She answered, ―I came to see a Civil War
museum….HOW DARE YOU MAKE ME
THINK!‖ She was affected by what she
learned, and it was challenging her in new
ways. She was made uncomfortable, perhaps even had
some of her long-held notions challenged! She was made to
THINK!
This story reminded me of some continuing conversations
that I have with members of the congregation. There are
some among us who would like our worship to be predictable,
comfortable, the sermons inspiring (but not too theological),
and folks want to feel good when they leave church. There
are some among us who would like to see a wide variety of
liturgies and hymnody. Preaching and teaching is intended
to educate, to inspire, and to CHALLENGE! Our attempts to
offer meaningful engagement is always a balancing act in
worship, education, service, and organizational life.
Jesus calls us to be disciples - that means being willing to
THINK, to LEARN, and to RESPOND to challenges before
us. I am pleased by the responses to the Unbinding series folks continue to grow in their faith disciplines of devotional
practices and prayer life. I am pleased that the Trinity Action
Team has had a good (if tentative) response from some
members, to the request to write the Advent devotionals. I
am also pleased that folks are ‗stretching‘ themselves in
reading books that are challenging, in taking courses at the
Seminary, in willingness to invest in leadership development,
Page 4
and to work with me to share teaching and leadership responsibilities.
Along with other Pastors in our region, I am learning new
ways of empowering our members to be partners in ministry,
new ways to lead and am honing my skills as the church (the
whole church, as well as Trinity) needs transformational leadership. I am in a study group working on the book, SWITCH,
(by Chip and Dan Heath) to help me think about our ministry
together, differently. We are living in a different world.
Younger people who call themselves ―spiritual‖ also describe
themselves as ―not religious.‖ Affiliations with traditional
churches will be different in the future. The church will not be
able to do ―business as usual‖ any longer – yet our mission
remains the same: to Proclaim God‘s Redeeming Word to
the whole world! But we have to retool and relearn how to do
that in a new cultural context. The Bible is still a rich resource, church history is a good teacher, and God does not
abandon us as we are empowered by the Holy Spirit!
The Good News is that we have several
young couples in our New Members class
this fall. We have our first family joining
because of the Child Care and Learning
Center. All are reporting to me that they feel welcomed, that
they perceive the congregation as one that offers what they
are looking for, and that they anticipate participating in the life
of the congregation. In the words of one couple, ―It already
feels like home to us.‖ Now, WE have the challenging work
of incorporating these new families, and making sure their
gifts and challenges are included, as we move forward! Perhaps, we can learn from them, or they can help us be opened
to new ways to share the gospel!
I encourage EACH OF YOU to attend WORSHIP regularly,
to PARTICIPATE in one or more of the educational opportunities we offer, to exercise GOOD STEWARDSHIP of all that
Page 5
God has given you – your time, talent and treasure. Become
part of the Discipleship Circle if you haven‘t yet. For those
who have, I invite you to join the Leadership Circle.
Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas
WORKS IN PROGRESS
FALL RETREAT
at Camp Sequanota‘s Bowersox Enrichment Center
Friday, November 22 – Saturday, November 23
This is a retreat for those of us who find ourselves with unfinished projects (knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.)
and would like to take a little time apart to work on them.
Those who would like to learn or begin something new are
welcome, of course.
While we work, we will talk about ourselves as ―works in
progress‖ seeking to determine God‘s will for our lives. Bible
study, discussion, and worship will be part of our experience
when we gather at Camp Sequanota on the 22nd and 23rd.
Our presenter will be Judith Simonson with Pastor Linda presiding at worship.
Options include joining us for a few sessions,
a day, attending the whole retreat but going
home to sleep in your own bed, or spending the
whole time at the Camp. Registration costs will be determined by the number of sessions attended and whether one
spends the night. Scholarship funds will also be available!
Speak to Pastor Linda. Registration forms will be available
after Friday, November 1st.
Page 6
P R AY E R I N M O T I O N
Psalm 46:10 says, Be still and know that I am God. Yet
ours is a culture that doesn't leave much time or space for
stillness. There are many and various tasks that fill our days
and nights. Maybe there doesn't seem to be much time left
to dedicate to prayer or you just aren't interested in sitting still
for long periods of time. You might try putting your prayer life
in motion.
Nowhere in the Bible is there ever a set position you must
maintain to enter into conversation with God. Prayer is a dynamic interaction. The Jewish tradition believes that one's
whole body is used to pray. Benedictine spirituality practices
a balance between prayer and work (Ora et labora), where
they practice the dedication of their daily work to God as a
form of prayer throughout the day. Some may find it easier to
pray as they walk, bike, or paddle along a well-known route in
nature. These activities themselves are not prayer. So golfing, for instance, on Sunday morning does not replace worship. However, our prayer life can be a full body activity and
our activities may be avenues to prayer. Simple activities can
relax the mind and body so that we might enter more deeply
into our conversations with God.
There are also times in our life when we are not able to get
out and move as we would like. How might we put our prayer
life in motion when our bodies fight against us?
On the next page you will see what is called a Prayer
Labyrinth. I know it looks similar to a maze but you will find
there is only one way in and one path that leads all over the
place until it reaches the center. Labyrinths can be small or
they can be large enough to walk through. In either case
they are designed for prayerful motion. As you walk or trace
your way through, prayerfully set your mind on God. If there
are concerns or joys that you have, let those be heard, on
your lips or in the depths of your heart. Enjoy the journey to
the center of the Labyrinth and once there enjoy the fact that
you have arrived. Be still and know that I am God. The time
you spend at the center may be a moment or some length of
time. Then you may pray your way back out.
Page 7
Time spent in prayer is never wasted time. Prayer is the
act of listening and speaking honestly with God no matter
how we embody it. Allowing our prayer life to be in motion is
a way to bring our bodies and our whole lives into conversation with God.
We know that our journey in prayer is never over, but it
doesn't have to be tied down either.
May you discover the peace and freedom that only God
provides. May the Holy Spirit enliven you with prayer filled
motion in your daily life, in the name of Jesus Christ. †
Amen
Vicar Lee Gable
Page 8
UP ANCHORS
―Take her out yourself!‖ Can you imagine anything more
exciting to a twelve-year old than those few words, ―Take her
out yourself?‖ Sure, it was just a little old rowboat. But to a
twelve-year old, it might well have been the ―Queen Mary.‖
Out alone on the lake to go wherever she wanted to go.
―Wonderful!‖ The boat was tied to the dock stern. Her fingers fumbled at the knot. The knot loosened, and she was
free. Put the oars in the water, sit down, and pull hard. The
little old boat moved but only just a bit. Rowing seemed
harder than she had imagined. Pull, pull, pull, and the boat
moved a little further from the dock, but only a little.
It was then that she noticed a rope hanging
over the bow. The bow anchor, of course, that
was it. She had been rowing against the pull of
the bow anchor that had been hidden from her
sight.
How often life is just like that. Just when we
think that we should have smooth sailing, there
comes a drag that slows us down, that saps our strength,
dulls our enthusiasm, and makes us wonder if it is really
worth the effort. Bad habits are like that. They are anchors
hidden from our sight that make the going tough.
One hidden anchor that dulls our days and puts a drag on
our week is the bad habit of missing church on Sundays.
Joining in worship, building friendships, sharing in the work of
making ours a better world, finding in Jesus a joy and
strength that makes living worthwhile, and knowing that by
your presence the body of Christ is strengthened and enabled to perform the vital work of ministry to all God‘s children
takes the drag out of our living and puts a spring in your step.
It is to ―up anchor‖ and to know the joys of smooth sailing.
Pastor Ed Hammett
Visitation Pastor
Page 9
VIEW FROM THE LOFT
―Hymns‖
When I was teaching the other day, I was
asked by a student, ―What is a hymn?‖ It wasn't
the easiest question to answer in a way that a
child could understand. So I thought I would dig
into what the word hymn truly means.
The word Hymn is ancient in origin and Greek in its roots.
Literally it means, ―a type of song, usually religious, specifically written for the purpose of praise, adoration, or prayer,
and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent
figure or personification.‖ Without going too far into another
topic, this definition is a large part of why I have trouble with
contemporary Christian music buzz words like, ―praise
hymns‖ since it is in fact quite redundant.
Another real issue I have is that lyrical content in contemporary Christian music is often not specific enough. Hymns
by definition do not have to be Christian so many of these
songs when not in the context of a Christian worship service,
could easily be about another deity (or the songwriter's wife
or girlfriend as is often the case in reality) if taken at face
value. That being said, however, as a musical term, hymns
do not need to be, by definition, played on any particular instrument or have a specified arrangement. A well-written
hymn could easily be played on so-called contemporary instruments such as guitar, bass, and drums (these instruments have actually been around for quite some time).
Hymns have existed for as long as music has. The first
known example of a musical composition the ―Epitaph of
Seikolos‖ was arguably a hymn to the dead. Dated anywhere
between 200 B.C. and 100 A.D. its hauntingly beautiful text
translated into English means, ―While you live, shine. Have
no grief at all. Life exists only for a short while, and time demands its toll.‖ Clearly very poetic in nature as is expected of
a hymn, this example shows that hymns have always been at
the forefront of musical expression. People of all religions
Page 10
and races developed hymns throughout every part of the
world even aboriginal peoples with no contact with ―greater‖
civilizations.
Hymns are so prominent in our modern world that even
atheists can't escape them. ―I have to say that for an atheist
and a Jew, I spend a lot of time singing about Jesus,‖ says
Nancy Mandel, an atheist who joined a local choir because
she no longer goes to church but misses the music.
Next time you pick up the hymnal, remember the power
and history that are held within.
Nicholas Carroll
Organist/Choir Director
MEMBERSHIP CHANGES
MEMBER REMOVED BY DEATH:
October 5
Annette Elaine (Shaulis) Barkman
MEMBERS REMOVED BY TRANSFER:
August 19
August 30
August 30
Alicia Lynn (Voytish) Demchak transferred to
Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church; Cranberry, Pennsylvania
Meagan Rose (Griffith) Richter transferred to
Mt. Zion Lutheran Church; Donegal,
Pennsylvania
Brian Ray Rose transferred to Faith Lutheran
Church; Somerset, Pennsylvania
Page 11
COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS
J U LY / A U G U S T / S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 3

The Altar Guild Tea had an excellent turnout and was
enjoyed by all. Kudos to Linda Himes!

Opened a second Preschool room for the Child Care
and eliminated the After-School Program.

Approved two fundraisers per year (spring and fall) for
the Child Care to raise funds for supplies, equipment,
and other needs.

The Care and Share Committee will make chicken
noodle soup for the homebound in November.

Child Care families and congregational members are
asked to help provide always needed supplies to the
Child Care including: tissues, ketchup, coloring
books, crayons, glue sticks, and snacks.

Motion carried to approve that the church members‘
gifts for designated outreach programs are given
above and beyond the church‘s budgeted amount for
each ministry. This will be for 2014 and will be revisited in September of 2014.

The Congregational Meeting was set for Sunday, November 10, 2013.

Bishop Gregory Pile will retire effective September
1, 2014. An election will take place in June 2014
for a new Bishop (see his letter on page 12).

Approved Property Committee’s recommendation to
build two roofs above the sacristies to be completed
by Burns Building and Remodeling with funding to
come from Improvements to Trinity.

Approved the 2014 Budget to be distributed to the
congregation for the Congregational Meeting.
Page 12
BISHOP’S LETTER
September 21, 2013
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Grace and peace to you from God the Father and our
Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
In June of 1993, the people of the Allegheny Synod called
me to the Office of Bishop. During Synodical Assemblies in
1997, 2003, and 2009 you affirmed that call. On each of
those occasions, I humbly received and accepted those
calls. For me, serving in this office of Bishop has always
been about the call to this office, not simply an election. It is
for that reason, then, that I write to share
with you that after significant prayerful pondering during the past several months, I
have discerned that my sense of call to the
Office of Bishop in the Allegheny Synod is
drawing to a close. In response to that discernment, I would
like to share with you the news that I plan to retire from this
call effective September 1, 2014; a year before the conclusion of my present elected term.
Has my health gotten worse? Not according to my physicians, but I am getting older. Am I frustrated and angry with
the present circumstances of the Synod? No. Have I lost
my passion for serving as a minister of Word and Sacrament
in the Office of Bishop? Rarely. In fact, I continue to find
meaning and excitement in this call of God. Am I tired? On
some days, but that has been true even when I was in the
parish. Has Barb forced me to retire? ―Yeah, right,‖ she
would say, ―when did you start listening to me?!!?‖
Though there may be some elements of all of the above
affecting my decision, primarily it is a growing realization that
after twenty-one years, it is time for me to step aside so that
new leadership may emerge. Throughout my discernment, I
certainly contemplated the idea of remaining through 2015,
thus completing my term, however ‗treading water‘ is not
what this Synod needs at present … or ever for that matter.
Page 13
Part of my consideration has been that we, the people of
the Allegheny Synod, are currently in a good position to continue our work of going deep, gaining direction, and growing
disciples. We have plans to continue our journey together in
deepening our relationship with Jesus through the study of
God‘s Word and living out that relationship through the seven
faith practices. We have new but seasoned officers of the
Synod who can carry the work forward. Though we have
been struggling with declining mission support, presently offerings are positive, and we have a plan developed by the
stewardship team to continue to build that sense that we are
better together than we are apart.
My discernment has resulted in the realization that it seems to be a good time for me to
bring closure to my 21-year ministry as your
Bishop. My departure will provide the opportunity for a new shepherd with a new voice,
new ideas, new perspectives, and new vitality
to be called by the people of the Allegheny Synod at the June
2014 Synod Assembly to provide leadership and oversight to
our 114 rostered leaders and the people of our 117 congregations.
Naturally I will continue my ministry of oversight in the
coming months. Remember, I have not lost my passion for
growing our life together as the people of Jesus in these hills
and valleys; and I am not going anywhere for another 11+
months.
I pray that Almighty God will surround us with the presence of the Holy Spirit and assist us in faithfully continuing to
proclaim God‘s Gospel of love and forgiveness as we close
this chapter and begin a new chapter of our lives together.
Page 14
C O U N C I L N O M I N AT I O N S
PLEASE GIVE US YOUR 2014
COUNCIL NOMINATIONS on the
form below. Nominees must be active voting members of Trinity. A
voting member is a confirmed member who has communed and contributed of record in the current or
preceding year. An election will be held at the Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 10 after the
10:00 a.m. worship service. This is a three-year term and
begins on January 1. Council usually meets on the fourth
Thursday of every month, and duties include meeting with at
least one Committee per month. The following Council members will finish a three-year term in December: Melanie
Miller, Frank Kyle, George Stein, and Kathy Triebe. We
thank them all for their service! Current Council members will
contact all persons nominated.
COUNCIL NOMINEES
Please provide the names of those whom you think have the
gifts that we need on the Congregational Council:
Thank you for your input. Please prayerfully consider our request if you are asked to serve!
Your brother in Christ,
† Bishop Gregory Pile
(DEADLINE FOR NAMES:
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28)
Page 15
N A R R AT I V E L I T U R G I E S
Liturgy Narrative: The Trinity Action Team and the Worship
Committee presented a ―Narrative of the Liturgy‖ during the
summer months, in an effort to help us understand ―why we
do, what we do‖ in worship. Each Sunday one portion of the
Liturgy was examined and explained, both in writing and
briefly in an oral presentation. The Lutheran Church enjoys a
rich heritage when it comes to worship and music, but not all
of us are aware of the treasure we use each Sunday. We
hope this effort will enrich your experience of worship, further
your understanding of the Christian faith, and that you will be
touched by God‘s Word for us found in our Sunday Liturgy
and its rich traditions.
Part 12
Offering/Offering Music/Offertory
The Offering is the part of the liturgy where we offer to
God a portion of the blessing He has first given us. The Offering Music should reflect this spirit of generous giving.
The offering music should also provide a reflective mood that
is appropriate for those assisting in the gathering of alms.
The Offertory in the liturgy reflects giving gifts to the church
and also speaks to the gift we are about to receive in Holy
Communion. The text to our most commonly
used Offertory ―Let the Vineyards‖ speaks of
the bountiful harvest of grapes used for the
Communion wine, while at the same time addresses us to return some of this bountiful cup of blessing we
have received from God. These liturgical parts may be small
in length, but in importance, the Offering and Offertory are
core parts of the liturgy.
Page 16
Part 13
The Great Thanksgiving
This scripture-based dialog between the Pastor and the
Congregation serves to orient us to God's work in the Sacrament of Holy Communion, for which we are thankful and give
praise. We begin with an exchange of
greeting, ―The Lord be with you” (Ruth
2:4)… ―And also with you” (2 Timothy
4:22). Next we are invited to ―Lift up
your hearts” (Lamentations 3:41,
Psalm 138:1), calling for a posture of openness toward the
Lord (Colossians 3:1-3). ―We lift them to the Lord”;
(Psalm 86:4) ―Let us give thanks to the Lord our God … It
is right to give God thanks and praise.― This invites the
congregation to join in the extended prayer of thanks that reflects the festival or season that is offered [the Proper Preface]. Our thanks leads us to praise, joining the hymn of the
heavenly host, ”Holy, Holy, Holy” [Sanctus] (Isaiah 6:3,
Psalm 118:26, Matthew 21:9).
Part 14
The Eucharistic Prayer
The word ―Eucharist‖ is based on the Greek word meaning
thanksgiving. The Eucharistic Prayer then is a prayer of
thanksgiving, the central prayer and action in Holy Communion. It occurs after the Holy, Holy, Holy, and before the Lord's
Prayer. The words used in this prayer will be reflective of the
liturgical season and/or the texts of the day. In each case, the
Eucharistic Prayer has a Trinitarian form. It begins by giving
thanks and praise to God the Father, for who God is and
what God has done. Next we recall Jesus‘ words and actions
at the Last Supper, ―In the night in which he was betrayed,
our Lord Jesus…,‖ what we call the ―Words of Institution.‖
Finally, we ask for the Holy Spirit to be present with us now
that we may be united with the risen Jesus Christ and all people in this meal of thanksgiving.
Page 17
Part 15
The Lord’s Prayer
Page 18
Part 17
Post Communion Canticle/Post Communion Prayer
In Matthew 6:5-8, the disciples asked Jesus: ―Lord, teach
us to pray.‖ His answer is what we now call the Lord’s
Prayer. It covers all the basic aspects of prayer:
Acclamation, Confession, Praise, Intercession, and
Thanksgiving. Turn to page #1163 in your ELW, to
see what Martin Luther teaches about the individual petitions of the Lord‘s Prayer in the Small Catechism. This prayer teaches us to have humility before God.
Yet, it also teaches us to come, as children go to their earthly
fathers, in love and trust, bringing all our needs and concerns. It is fitting that we close the Prayers of the Church
with this prayer as we say together, ―Our Father‖… for no
matter our station in life, we all come before God as children
in need of Grace.
Both of these are responses to the gifts of God given to us
in Holy Communion. ―Canticle‖ is the Latin word meaning
―song.‖ The Post Communion Canticle is a song after Holy
Communion. The words of this song are
quotes from Scripture. For instance, ―Now
Lord, you let your servant go in peace...‖
from Luke 2:29-32. Other canticles are
composed of verses from the Psalms. The Post Communion
Canticle celebrates God sending us out to bear God's Gospel
promise to the world. Similarly, the Post Communion Prayer
gives thanks to God for the gifts we have received in Holy
Communion. This prayer also asks God to empower us
through the Holy Spirit to be sent out for God's mission in the
world.
Part 16
Lamb of God and Communion Hymn
COLLEGE STUDENTS
The Lamb of God prepares us for communion in a meditative and meaningful way. It
is always paired with a beautiful flowing melody reflecting the grace of Jesus our Savior. It
is based on the Bible text, ―The next day John
saw Jesus coming toward him, and said,
―Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the
world!‖ (John 1:29)
A Communion Hymn is also sung during Communion
which should have a text that is not only reflective of the
promise of the living bread of life, but also fitting for the theme
of the message for the day. These musical pieces in the liturgy provide the respectful reverence that is befitting of the
sacrament of Holy Communion.
A REMINDER TO ALL COLLEGE/TECHNICAL STUDENTS
AND/OR PARENTS…Trinity’s Office needs your new school
address, e-mail, and cell phone. Please mail the form below to Trinity’s Office at 918 Tayman Avenue; Somerset, PA 15501, e-mail to
trinluth@wpia.net, or call us at 445-5446 with your information.
-------------------------------------------------------
COLLEGE/TECH STUDENT ADDRESS/E-MAIL/PHONE
Student Name/Address
E-mail Address
Cell Phone
-------------------------------------------------------
Page 19
T R I N I T Y FA M I LY E V E N T S !
Several Family events are being scheduled as this
newsletter was being prepared:
Hayride and pumpkin decorating for
families with elementary and young
children.
Advent ―Prepare‖ event - help your whole
family focus on the ―reason for the season‖ – Jesus!
Christmas Caroling and cookie delivery to
the homebound.
After-Holiday movie night with games for
the whole family.
Midwinter swim event at the High
School pool.
Look to the bulletins for dates and times. If YOU
would like to ―sponsor‖ an event (that is, help to make
the arrangements, register participants, or offer the
creative ideas), please call Pastor Linda at (814) 2893140 to offer your time and talents!
Page 20
C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S !
CONGRATULATIONS to Ann and Gareth
Schuth on the birth of their daughter, Jane
Grace Schuth (8 lbs., 9 ozs.) on Sunday, September 29. Proud grandparents are John and
Becky Minnich and great grandmother is Dorothy Stahl.
WE REJOICE with Vicar Lee on becoming an
uncle again! His niece, Jamesyn Kaye Gable, was born on Tuesday, October 8. His
brother, sister-in-law, and their family reside
in Kylertown, PA.
CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES
to Ted and Billye Kyle who celebrated 61
years of marriage on Wednesday, October 9.
C O N G R E G AT I O N A L M E E T I N G
The ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
will follow the 10:00 a.m. worship service on
Sunday, November 10. We will elect four new
Council Members, vote on the 2014 Proposed
Budget, and approve the 2012 Annual Report. The Constitutional Amendments approved at the ELCA Churchwide Assembly will be discussed and voted on. They are printed in
the Congregational Meeting Report. The 2012 Annual Report and the Congregational Meeting Report are both available in the Narthex Information Center, Chapel, and Fellowship Hall for your review before the meeting on the 10th.
Page 21
S U N D AY W O R S H I P AT T R I N I T Y
7:30 a.m.
Holy Communion Service
in Trinity‘s Chapel in the
Educational Building
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School Classes for
all children and adults in the
Fellowship Hall and Educational Building
10:00 a.m.
Holy Communion Service in Trinity‘s
Nave
4:00 p.m.
Healing Service with Holy Communion
in Trinity‘s Chapel
1st Sunday of each month
(November 3 and December 1)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE CARE AND SHARE COMMITTEE MEETING is scheduled for Thursday, October 24 at 3:30 p.m. in Adult III. All
who are interested in caring for our homebound and others
that are ill or grieving are invited to attend.
HOLY COMMUNION CLASSES begin on Sunday, November 3 through Sunday, December 8 at
8:45 a.m. Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas will be
teaching elementary-aged children in the
Grades 1/2 classroom.
Page 22
ME ALS ON WHEELS
Dear Trinity Members,
Trinity is supplying desserts for Meals on Wheels, Monday through Friday,
October 28-November 1 and November 4-8. You are invited to become part of
this year‘s ministry to the homebound. The desserts are to be delivered to the basement of the Calvary United Methodist Church on Church Street between 6:30
and 8:30 a.m. on the date you signed up. I would be glad to pick it up for you if you
are unable to deliver it yourself. Please call me a day or two ahead of time (4457660).
You have always been so faithful and supportive by providing baked goods, as
well as providing monetary donations, that I decided we will purchase pies for one
of our days, Tuesday, October 29. That is a special treat for the clients. The Director is overwhelmed at our monetary donations, and asked if we could also purchase pies for the Thanksgiving meal. Anticipating your continued generosity, I
agreed that we would do that. Each ―pie day‖ will cost approximately $125.
The sign up sheet for desserts will be on the back pew of the Chapel for the
7:30 service and on the table in the Narthex for the 10:00 service OR simply complete the form below and put it in the offering plate. Monetary donations can be
given to me, put in a brown pew envelope marked ―MOW,‖ or dropped off at Trinity‘s
Office. All checks should be made payable to “Trinity Lutheran Church.” Your
support is a blessing to many people.
Thank you, Becky Minnich
NAME
PHONE
Please indicate below how many of each you wish to donate – (total # needed in
parentheses):
9 x 13 CAKES OR BUNDT CAKES (3)
(NO NUTS, ICING, OR CHOCOLATE)
(Prefer: Banana, Applesauce, or Box)
ANGEL FOOD CAKES (8)
_____ Monday, November 4 (3)
_____ Thursday, November 7 (4)
MUFFINS OR CUPCAKES (8 Dozen)
(NO CORN MUFFINS; NO NUTS,
CHOCOLATE, OR ICING)
_____ Friday, November 1 (3 doz)
COOKIES ARE FILLED
Thank you!
_____ Friday, November 8 (5 doz)
_____ I/We prefer to donate money
_____ Thursday, October 31 (4)
$___________
LARGE LOAF QUICK BREADS (6 loaves)
(NO NUTS OR CHOCOLATE)
(Prefer: Raisin, Apple, Zucchini, Banana, Carrot)
_____ Wednesday, October 30 (2)
_____ Wednesday, November 6 (4)
Page 23
BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN the Monday
Morning Bible Study group. We meet at
10:30 a.m. Monday mornings in Adult III
across from Trinity‘s Office, and finish our
study around noon. Join in for study of the
upcoming Sunday texts and fellowship!
UNBINDING YOUR HEART continues on Mondays in the
Adult III at 7:00 p.m.
TRINITY’S MEN’S GROUP meets every
Tuesday at McDonald‘s near the Turnpike
entrance at 9:00 a.m. We welcome any men
that would like to join us for this coffee fellowship. Please
contact John Minnich at 445-7660 with any questions.
THE MARYS AND MARTHAS study group meets
on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.
Next meetings are Wednesdays, November 6
and 20 at Jo Balsley‘s home at 7:00 p.m. The
group uses the ELCA women‘s magazine, Gather.
Extra copies are available in the Chapel Kiosk and the Narthex Information Center. All women are welcome!
LOVING JESUS BOOK STUDY GROUP is now studying the
book LUTHER—for Armchair Theologians by Steven Paulson
on Thursdays at noon in Adult III. (Bring your lunch.) Come
learn with us from this concise, witty overview of Lutheran
theology.
Page 24
RECOGNITION OF VETERANS
NOVEMBER 10, 2013
WE WILL HONOR OUR VETERANS on
Sunday, November 10 at both services.
Please call Trinity‘s Office (445-5446) with
the name of your living veteran and branch
served if it is not listed or it is incorrect below:
Thomas J. Anderson
Robert Armstrong
Dean R. Bailey
Pauline Baker
Stephanie R. Barnett
William G. Barnhart, Jr.
Arnold N. Benford
David H. Bowers
J. Robert Brougher
I. Frederick Brubaker
William R. Carroll
John M. Cascio
James F. Custer
John R. Dick
Eugene E. Fike II
Ellsworth E. Flyte
C. Gregory Frantz
Ralph W. Friedhofer
Richard F. Gambino, Sr.
Clarence S. Greig
Pastor Edward Hammett
Robert C. Holt, Sr.
Army
Army
Army Air Corps
Army Nurse Corps
Army
Air Force
Navy
Air Force
Army
Army
Army
Navy
Army
Marines Corp
Army
Coast Guard
Air Force
Navy
Army
Army
Army
Army
Page 25
RECOGNITION OF VETERANS (CONTINUED)
NOVEMBER 10, 2013
Randy L. Hoover
Peter C. Jacobson
William D. Johnston, Jr.
E. Charles Kaufman
Joseph W. Kennick, Jr.
James G. Knepper, Sr.
James Franklin Kyle, Sr.
Theodore F. Kyle
Philip Lantz
Sarah Lantz
William R. Lloyd, Jr.
Larry L. Mazer
James H. McElroy
John E. McNaul
William G. McNelly
Floyd R. Miller
Glenn E. Miller, Sr.
Neil R. Miller
Dennis L. Moore
Frederick K. Morocco
David E. Nicholson, Sr.
Craig M. Rosman
Bruce E. Rhodes
John S. Ross
Kimberly Ross
Harry R. Sandusky
Kenneth E. Saylor
Luther J. Shaulis, Jr.
James C. Spangler
Army
Air Force
Army
Army
Marines Corp
Army
Air Force
Navy
Army
Army
Navy
Army
Army
Navy
Army
Army
Army
Navy
Army
Navy
Navy
Army
Navy
Army
Army
Navy
Army and Korean War
Air Force
Army
Page 26
RECOGNITION OF VETERANS (CONTINUED)
NOVEMBER 10, 2013
Albert F. Sprock
Larry H. Stahl
George P. Stein, II
Aaron R. Swanson
Amanda L. Swanson
Fred Walker
Kenneth L. Walker
Nathan P. Weimer
Clair W. Wilson
S. Raymond Wissinger
Army
Air Force
Army
Navy
Navy
Army
Army
Army
Army
Army Air Corps
R E F O R M AT I O N C O N C E R T
Friday Woodwind Quintet
Sunday, October 27, 2013
3:00 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
408 North 6th Street, Altoona
Join us in celebration of the 500 year anniversary of the start
of the Reformation and in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)
for a free concert featuring a woodwind quintet. They will be
playing music of the Reformation Era.
Light refreshments will be served following the concert.
Page 27
B I R T H D AY S I N N O V E M B E R
Page 28
CHILD CARE NEEDS
The Child Care could use these items any time throughout
the year:
1 Gregory Chiappelli
Jennifer Prete
2 G. Edward Bowersox
Michael Fetterolf
3 Brittany Mills
6 Rebecca Chiappelli
8 Claire Guzman
Doris Rayman
9 Bessie Brown
Marsha Thomson
James Walters
10 Randy Chabol
11 Tammy Engleka
Samantha Huls
Barbara Kennick
William Maranowski
Alisa Murphy
Vicki Stafford
14 Karen Frantz
Paul Lenhart
Molly Metzgar
15 Kristi Jacobson
Michael Opp
R. Inez Kyle
16 Samantha Crouse
Dennis Maranowski, Jr.
Kathryn Maranowski
17 John J. Cascio
Charla Chiappelli
Adam McNaul
18 Thomas Anderson
21 Alice Fritz
James Stoy
22 Mia Cascio
25 Rev. William Triebe
Earl Wahl, Jr.
Timothy Warner
26 William Carroll
Thomas Johnston
Gregory Opp, Jr.
Clair Wilson
27 Linda Fetterolf
McKenna Shaffer
Cheryl Spangler
Amanda Swanson
29 Gail Lambert
30 Heather Marek
Ruby Walters
Ketchup
Graham Crackers
Goldfish
Ritz Crackers
Animal Crackers
Cookies of any kind (No peanut butter or nuts)
Sugar Wafers
Cheese Balls
Pretzels
Pop Tarts or Great Value Toaster Pastries
Drink Boxes, little Hugs, or Gallons of Juice Drinks
Tissues
Glue Sticks
Construction Paper (all colors)
Dress up clothes or old Halloween costumes
Any holiday decorations you are no longer using for any
season, theme, or holiday:
- paper decorations
- small knickknacks for on top of the cubbies
- window clings for all seasons
Thank you for all of your support!
Krystal Shaffer, Director
Trinity Lutheran Child Care and Learning Center (445-5436)
C AL LIN G AL L S TORY TE LLE R S
STORYTELLERS ARE NEEDED for Sunday
mornings during the sermon time. No prep
work is needed for storytellers—everything is
provided. We would also love to have more
children participate in the storytelling (held
downstairs during the homily) each Sunday. To help, call
Andrea Weimer at 289-5805.
Page 29
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOOD PANTRY TOY DRIVE: Volunteers
are needed to clean toys donated for the
December Toy Drive. Also needed is
someone to place batteries in the toys. If
you can work an hour or two any weekday,
please call Ann Voytish in Trinity‘s Office at 445-5446.
2ND SUNDAY PRESCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL
(NOVEMBER 10 AND DECEMBER 8): We offer gathering
music, a lesson from the SPARK! Bibles, and playtime for
children 2-4 years of age at 8:45 a.m. in the Nursery.
Teachers are Kelsey Lloyd and Brittany (Lloyd) Pizer. Parents of children this age and other family members are invited
to attend. Helpful information for parents of preschoolers is
presented each time by Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas or
Karen Frantz, Family Counselor.
LUTHERAN BASICS will be offered for anyone who would
like to become a member of the Trinity Family. Everyone is
welcome to join us for a review of Luther‘s Catechism and
how Lutherans approach the Christian lifestyle. The class is
scheduled for Sundays, November 3, 10, 17, and 24 at
11:30 a.m. in the Parlor. Speak to Pastor if you are interested. New members will be received in December.
Page 30
C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S !
TRINITY MEMBERS HAVING SIGNIFICANT
BIRTHDAYS (80 YEARS AND OLDER)
Doris Rayman—November 8
Bessie Brown—November 9
Alice Fritz—November 21
Clair Wilson—November 26
Ruby Walters—November 30
Lois Brougher—December 6
James Custer—December 14
J. Robert Brougher—December 21
Dorothy Brubaker—December 26
H O W T O C O N TA C T U S
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
918 Tayman Avenue; Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 445-5446
(814) 445-3316 (Fax)
Email: trinluth@wpia.net
Check out our Website:
www.trinitysomerset.org
www.facebook.com/TrinitySomerset
MUSIC “NOTES”
 TLC Choir rehearses each Sunday after the 10:00 a.m.
worship service. More voices are needed!
 Canterbury Ringers Rehearse each Tuesday at 6:45 p.m.
New ringers are always welcome!
Page 31
S U N D AY C H U R C H S C H O O L S TA F F
2013-2014
2nd Sunday Preschool Sunday School
Kelsey Lloyd
Brittany Pizer
Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas
Karen Frantz
Elementary Sunday School
Grades Kindergarten through Grade 6
Julie Mitchell
Amy Weimer
Confirmation
Kathy Mitchell
Deborah Stewart
Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas
Vicar Lee Gable
Builders’ Class
Gail Lambert
Frank Kyle
Music
Page 32
FA L L WO R S H I P S C H E D U L E
REFORMATION SUNDAY is on October 27
with Communion in the Nave at 10:00. Six of
Trinity‘s youth will be confirmed. There will
also be a service at 7:30 a.m. with Eucharist
in the Chapel.
COMMEMORATION OF THE SAINTS is
on Sunday, November 3 at 7:30 a.m.
(Chapel); 10:00 a.m. (Nave); and Chapel
Communion Healing Service at 4:00 p.m.
all with Communion. Please fill out your
loved ones‘ names and return the form
on page 35 to Trinity‘s Office by Tuesday, October 29.
SERVICES HONORING VETERANS will
be on Sunday, November 10 at both services. Please call Trinity‘s Office (4455446) with the name of your living veteran and branch served if it is not listed
on pages 24-26 of this newsletter.
Nicholas Carroll
Sunday School Superintendents
Donna Cascio
Kathy Mitchell
Trinity is blessed to have these dedicated and faithful
teachers. Thank you all for sharing your gifts with our Sunday School.
Christ the King Services on Sunday,
November 24 with Eucharist at 7:30 a.m.
(Chapel) and 10:00 a.m. (Nave) with Touch of
Brass. This day offers all an opportunity to
prepare for the Advent Season.
FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT IS DECEMBER 1
Page 33
Page 34
S E P T E M B E R 11
For All the Saints
November 3, 2013
Members of Trinity who have died this past year:
Janet Shockey is making a presentation at the Flight 93
Chapel for the Memorial Service on September 11,
2013. She shared her experience as a teacher at the
Shanksville School on September 11, 2001.
RED RIBBON WEEK
Red Ribbon Week is the nation‘s oldest and
largest drug prevention program. It will be observed on October 23-31. By wearing red ribbons and participating in community anti-drug
events, people pledge to live a drug free life.
The campaign is a unified way for communities
to take a stand against drugs and show intolerance for illicit drug use and the consequences to all Americans. For more information about drug prevention steps,
please call the Prevention Staff and Drug-Free Communities
board members at 443-3639.
Wade E. Helvey
Vincent H. Holland
Lois Marie (Yost) Critchfield
Mabel Gertrude Schmoyer
Robert Clyde Vincent, Jr.
Arden Leroy Crise
Vinton Joseph Griffith
Richard Eugene Woy
Kathleen Louella (Larson) Fritz
*Marjorie L. Weimer
Annette Elaine (Shaulis) Barkman
October 27, 2012
January 28, 2013
April 6, 2013
April 28, 2013
May 7, 2013
June 4, 2013
June 30, 2013
July 7, 2013
July 30, 2013
August 9, 2013
October 5, 2013
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Rejoice and be
glad, for your reward is great in heaven. (Matthew 5:3-4, 12)
Others who are remembered:
Jeanne and Carl Friedhofer, Jr.
Mary and Carl Friedhofer, Sr.
Andy and Elizabeth Hricko
Andy and Elizabeth Sokol
DON’T FORGET to turn your clocks back one hour
on Saturday, November 2. Daylight Saving Time
ends on Sunday, November 3.
Page 35
Page 36
ALL SAINTS
C L O T H I N G D O N AT I O N
ON ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 we
will commemorate all of those at Trinity who died
in the past year. Trinity‘s members have the opportunity to present other names for commemoration. Please fill out the form and place it in the offering
plate or return it to Trinity‘s Office by Tuesday, October 29 to
include your loved ones.
WINTER CLOTHES ARE NEEDED! Living Ministry of Pittsburgh is collecting winter clothing once again for the homeless. As a ministry, they are very picky about the
clothing that they pass out. They are only looking for the best items. Please, no clothing that
is torn, dirty, old, worn out, old fashioned, ugly,
or that is not for the winter. They will accept
the following items: Men‘s and women‘s winter
coats, hats, gloves, scarves, jeans, sweatpants, sweatshirts,
sweaters, flannels, new socks, duffle bags, blankets, and any
toiletries. Megan Balsley McKinley‘s husband, Joshua, works
with the Living Ministry, who is having their ―Alive 2013‖ event
on November 23 to distribute the winter items, along with a
meal, opportunities to worship and respond to the Gospel,
and friendships. They would appreciate your donations to
this special charity event. Please contact Scott or Jo Balsley
at 443-1871 if you want them to pick up any items at your
home. You may also bring any donated clothing or toiletries
to Trinity‘s Narthex—they may be placed in the storage
bench there or to Trinity‘s Office. The deadline for donations
is Sunday, November 10.
In our commemoration prayers on All Saints‘ Sunday,
please include the following person(s):
S E M I N A R Y FA L L A C A D E M Y
2013 GETTYSBURG SEMINARY FALL ACADEMY is
scheduled for Monday, October 28 through Saturday, November 2 with the topic, ―Reforming: Our Battles with Sex,
War, and Demons of Violence.‖ Join in for part or all of the
lectures, workshops, worship, pilgrimage experiences, music,
and dance. The classes will include: Luther, War and the
American Civil War (Dr. Hummel); Luther and Lutherans on
Contemporary Concerns (Dr. Hummel); Theology of Marriage
in Contemporary Luther Studies (Dr. Stjerna); On Suffering
and Theology of the Cross from a Feminist Perspective (Dr.
Madsen); Luther on the Devil (Dr. Leppin); Luther on Violence
in the Patriarchal Narratives of Genesis (Dr. Mattox); Black
Soldiers, Education and the Civil War (Dr. Strobert); Disaster
and Violence – a workshop on preparing for Emergency management, among others! PLEASE consider attending – Pastor Linda hopes to attend part of the week, so speak to her if
you are thinking about it! Trinity‘s Office has brochures to
register.
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLL ARS
Generally, about 1/3 of Thrivent members‘ products
generate Choice Dollars. From October 6, 2010
through September 30, 2013, we have received
$5,406.00 due to Thrivent members directing their
Thrivent Choice Dollars to Trinity. For more information
on how you can direct ―free‖ dollars to Trinity, see the
following article.
Page 37
THRIVENT (CONTINUED)
HOW YOU CAN HELP TRINITY: Thrivent has announced a "Double Direction Church Campaign." For every
dollar of Thrivent Choice Dollars directed to churches from October 1 through November 30, Thrivent will double that
amount until $15 million has been awarded.
It’s easy to direct Choice Dollars:
- Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or
- Call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice.”
Click or call now and double the impact of your direction!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call me at
445-7660 or Jo Balsley at 443-1871.
—Becky Minnich
CARE AND SHARE SOUP MAKING
The Care and Share Committee members are going to
make chicken noodle soup for the homebound and all members 80 and older.
Volunteers are needed to cook down chickens and clean
and chop onions, carrots, and celery to be put into the soup.
These jobs can be done in your home or at Trinity.
Volunteers are also needed to deliver the
soup. Tuesday, November 12 is the date
scheduled for the chicken noodle soup to
be made at Trinity. If you can help in anyway, please call Becky Minnich (445-7660)
and volunteer!
Page 38
C E L E B R AT E A N D C A R E
F O R C R E AT I O N R E T R E AT
7:30 p.m. Friday, November 15 through
4:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16, 2013
Camp Sequanota
This Retreat is for all Christians interested in connecting
with others who are concerned about caring for God‘s incredible gift of creation. Gather with brothers and sisters who
share a heart for Creation Care.
Sponsored by Lutherans Restoring Creation of the Allegheny Synod, (lutheransrestoringcreation.org) LRC is a
grassroots program designed to encourage congregations to
incorporate care for creation into their full life and mission.
Motivated by our love of God the creator and our love for
God‘s creation, we support and resource one another
to generate fresh approaches and actions, innovate insights
and commitments, in both our personal and communal efforts. A single room is $65 or a double room is $40 including
meals. Registration forms are available in Trinity‘s Office.
ADVENT SERVICE LUNCH
TRINITY WILL BE PROVIDING LUNCH for the SAM
Advent Community Service attendees on Wednesday, December 11. If you can make a 9x12 Jell-O
salad with or without fruit or a pan of frosted brownies
for the luncheon, please call Trinity‘s Office. Also let us
know where you will deliver the food—to Trinity‘s
Kitchen or to the First United Methodist Church‘s basement on Patriot Street by 9:30 a.m. on December 11. If
you would like to volunteer to help us with the
luncheon to set tables, serve, and/or clean up,
please call Trinity’s Office (445-5446).
Page 39
D E C E M B E R B I R T H D AY S
1 Elizabeth Urbain
15 John Ross
2 Daniel Bowersox
16 Carter Bower
Kristy Walker
3 Clarence Greig
Barbara Smith
Ella Thompson
17 Kristie Shuller
Page 40
WA S H E R N E E D E D
One of the Food Pantry‘s patrons is disabled and
needs a washer in her Somerset home. If you have
a washing machine in working order to donate,
please call Ann in Trinity‘s Office (445-5446).
Jason Svonavec
4 Zachary Bence
18 Erikia Marek
DON’T FORGET TO VOTE
5 James Harrold, Jr.
19 Jeanne Cascio
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Terrell Ickes
Judith Mosholder
Heidi Sroka
Susan Weimer
21 David Bowers
J. Robert Brougher
6 Lois Brougher
Kelsey Lloyd
Alan James
23 Nicole Rininger
7 Virginia Holland
26 Dorothy Brubaker
8 Sammy Barnett
Sarah Jacobs
Eugene Fike II
Sarah Sroka
Adam Warner
9 Linda Bowman
Jane Hilligoss
10 Alicia Zimmerman
12 Barbara Harrold
Shannon McNelly
Iris Rice
14 James Custer
Carol Whitfield
28 Carol Howard
Jason Shuller
29 Corey Barndt
Michael Cascio
MaKayla Morocco
30 Joshua Lloyd
M O N E Y M AT T E R S W O R K S H O P
Parents, Teens, and Money Matters is designed
specifically for parents and their teens ages 11
to 14. The workshop can help you and your
teen:
 Increase your understanding of stewardship.
 Make intentional choices about sharing, saving, and
spending money.
 Talk about money and values in your family.
The 50-minute workshop will be presented by Thrivent Financial representatives, David Meese and Andrew Medva, on
Thursday, October 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Laurel Trinity
Lutheran Church in Jennerstown. Refreshments will be
served afterwards. If you have any questions or to register
for this free workshop, please call Becky Minnich (445-7660).
Page 41
TOYS NEEDED
IF YOU HAVE NEW OR SLIGHTLY USED TOYS OR
GIFTS for children and youth (ages birth to 18) to donate for
the upcoming Food Pantry Toy Drive, please bring them to
Trinity’s Office by Monday, December 2 or
earlier. Gifts and used books for older teenagers; stuffed animals; dolls; trucks; and
creative kits (science, art, etc.) for all ages
are always needed. A $10-$15 gift is given to
each child, as well as a book, stuffed animal, and a $1-$2 toy.
With almost 300 children served, that is a lot of gifts to purchase! If you don‘t have time to
shop but would still like to help,
please donate to this loving
cause by making your check payable to ―Trinity Lutheran Church‖
designated for the Food Pantry Toy Drive. The toys will be
given out on Wednesday, December 4 during Food Pantry
from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Please call Ann Voytish at Trinity‘s
Office (445-5446) if you can volunteer to set up the toys; put
batteries in toys; help parents choose toys for their children;
and/or wrap the toys on the 4th.
SOMERSET COUNTY MOBILE
FOOD BANK SCHEDULE
Wednesday, October 23: Boswell, Hooversville, Central City,
Hollsopple, and Windber—see the website for times.
Thursday, October 24: Meyersdale, Berlin, Rockwood, Confluence—see the website for times. Somerset—5:00-6:00 p.m. at
the Somerset Junior High School parking lot.
For eligibility requirements and information, go to:
www.somersetmobilefoodbank.org
Page 42
ANGELS EXPLAINED BY CHILDREN
Angels talk all the way while they're flying
you up to heaven. The main subject is
where you went wrong before you got dead.
-Daniel, age 9
When an angel gets mad,
he takes a deep breath and counts to ten.
And when he lets out his breath again,
somewhere there's a tornado.
-Reagan, age 10
Angels have a lot to do and they keep very busy.
If you lose a tooth, an angel comes in through your window
and leaves money under your pillow. Then when it gets cold,
angels go south for the winter.
-Unknown Author
Angels live in cloud houses made by God and his
son, who's a very good carpenter.
-Jared, age 8
All angels are girls because they gotta wear dresses
and boys didn't go for it.
-Antonio, age 9
My angel is my grandma who died last year.
She got a big head start on helping me while she was still
down here on earth.
-Ashley, age 9
Some of the angels are in charge of helping heal
sick animals and pets.
And if they don't make the animals get better,
they help the child get over it.
-Vicki, age 8
What I don't get about angels is why, when someone
is in love, they shoot arrows at them.
-Sarah, age 7
Page 43
THANK YOU’S
Thank you to all for making my father‘s
memorial service so special. He would have
been very pleased, as we all were. The
cookies, coffee, and punch were just great.
Thank you to everyone who helped make
the day wonderful.
Carol Vincent Famariss and Family
Clergy Concert for a Cause
Featuring
Local Pastor Musicians
Sunday, October 20, 2013
2:00 p.m.
Benefits: Our Brother‘s Keeper
Trinity Lutheran Church,
Thank you for your recent generous donation to the Somerset County Mobile Food
Bank. As our numbers continue to rise, we
are blessed by organizations that continue to
give to our mission to feed the poor. God richly provides!
Susan Barclay
Somerset County Mobile Food Bank
Board of Directors
Dear Friends at Trinity Lutheran Church,
I wish you could see firsthand how we are using generous
gifts like your donation to make a difference at our shelter.
Without your compassion and generosity, we would not be
able to provide a second chance at life for abused, abandoned, and unwanted creatures.
I speak for all of us involved in this mission—our dedicated
staff, loyal volunteers, and our beautiful animals—when I say
that we are truly blessed to have your support.
Thank you so much for your donation from the ―Blessing of
the Animals.‖ We are so grateful for your kindness. On behalf of the animals, thank you for sharing your heart!
Sally Urban, President
The Humane Society of Somerset County
An all Clergy Choir including Pastor Lois
Ryan, Pastor Linda McElroy Thomas,
Pastor Ed Hammett,
Pastor Arnie McFarland (guitar),
Father Lenny Anderson (guitar),
Pastor Dennis Doebler (flute), and
Pastor Bob Wagner (trumpet).
Trinity Lutheran Church
918 Tayman Avenue; Somerset