Trinity—
A welcoming,
Christ-centered community:
Living under grace and
Making a difference
in people’s lives
Pentecost 2011
Sunday Morning Adult Formation
Pentecost Sunday
June 12th.
Each Sunday morning, a small group of dedicated Christians meet to deepen their
faith at 9:15 a.m. in the parish library. Over the summer, we will be reading and
discussing Ancient Paths, a book by David Robinson (a Presbyterian Pastor). We
invite you to join us on the journey.
This is what the Lord says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for ancient paths, ask
where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.” Jeremiah 6:16
As we seek to deepen our awareness of God’s love for us and our response to that
love, we will continue our exploration of ancient-yet contemporary guides to
Christian Formation. The Rule of St. Benedict recognizes our need to develop and
maintain a basic rhythm for life. It teaches us that if we take control of our lives, if we
are intentional and careful in how we spend the hours of each irreplaceable day, if we
discipline ourselves to live in a balanced and thankful way, we will create from our
experience, whatever they may be, the best possible life. Join us this summer as we
explore how listening to God and being committed to a community of faith can
enrich our lives.
June 5th
June 12th
June 19th
June 26th
Which way will we Go?
How Benedict Transformed the World
Benedictine Essentials for the Journey
The Path of Communal Prayer
July 3rd
July 10th
July 17th
July 24th
July 31st
The Path of Spiritual Guidance
The Path of Ordinary Spirituality
The Path of Lectio Divina
TBD
The Path of Hospitality
August 7th
August 14th
August 21st
August 28th
How Benedict is Still Transforming the World
Five Case Studies of Christian Formation
Where will we go from here?
No class
Remember
Wear Red!
TRINITY IS WORKING TO:
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Build a legacy for future
generations while preserving our
rich heritage
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Become a diverse, family-friendly,
baptismal community
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Renew wonder and joy in worship
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Create an awareness of and
response to the Millennium
Development Goals.
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Tell our Story
Photo credit Michael Braswell
More pictures of our life together
at trinitymartinsburg.org/pictures
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Rector’s
Reflections
“Be Transformed!
Fix your attention on God. You’ll be changed from the inside out”
I Suspect that transformation was the last thing on the minds of those who originally
followed Jesus. And yet, that is precisely what occurred on the Day of Pentecost.
The book of Acts describes how the Spirit of God came upon them and lives were
radically altered forever.
“And, suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the
entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a
tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak
in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.”
Rev. Julie N. Harris
“So here’s what I want you to
do, God helping you: Take your
everyday, ordinary life – and
place it before God as an
offering. Embracing what God
does for you is the best thing
you can do for him. Don’t’
become so well-adjusted to your
culture that you fit into it
without even thinking. Instead,
fix your attention of God. You
will be changed from the inside
out.”
Romans 12:1-2 – The Message
From these origins, the young Christian church was given birth. New converts to the
faith heard the message of God’s love, were baptized, and began to gather to “devote
themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.”
Coverts to the faith discovered that their lives were transformed. The early disciples
display hearts that become rich toward God through visible, intentional action. They
became joyful givers. They recognized that what they had, whether little or much,
truly is divine gift. And, they became passionate in their worship, giving back to God
a small measure of the love and generosity he had given them.
They told the story of God’s love and invited others to come and see. They
proclaimed by word and deed the good news of God in Christ. They put others
before themselves and made intentional choices to trust, encourage, and empower
one another. The goal was always building up a community of believers who together
could have an impact on the world around them. The mark of a converted life was
visibly represented by a radical new approach to one’s life, one’s relationship with
God, and one’s treasures.
Like Christians in the early church, we live in a secular culture that can be apathetic
and even hostile to Christianity. Our culture preaches a message of consumerism,
fear, and control. Our fast paced lives stress us to the breaking point. National and
international events threaten to overwhelm us. We live in a setting where people are
not familiar with the message or narrative of Christ. All of this requires new
responses and new kinds of mission for the Body of Christ. As we seek to be the
church today, I believe that we need only look to the nascent church to understand
the path that God is calling us to follow.
The way of Christ calls us into a life of formation in which we willing choose to be
guided by Christ through scriptures and wise leadership in community. I believe that
God wants us to bless us with abundant and fulfilled lives. God’s love is vibrant and
real. God’s love will lead us to reconciliation and transformation.
Will we participate in the transformation? Will we be bearers and agents of
transformation for others? Will we ourselves be transformed?
theAdam
grace ofThomas
God
TheBy
Rev.
we will. Only time will tell.
Sharing the journey –
Rev. Julie +
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Encountering Christ in our Daily Lives – Caring for One Another
Praying for One Another
The Prayers of the People are designed to allow the
gathered community to offer individual prayer concerns to
God during corporate worship.
When to Call the Church
1. When someone in your family dies. Call immediately. We don’t
mind your waking us up, and we want to be on hand and available in
the midst of your grief, not just after the fact.
2. When someone in your family is critically ill. Call immediately.
We will do our best to see them in the hospital as soon as possible.
3. When someone in your family is scheduled for surgery. Call in
advance. We are happy to see that communion is taken to them, if so
desired, or to have healing prayers with those awaiting surgery.
4. When someone in your family is having a crisis of faith. Call
and make an appointment to come and sit down for a conversation.
You really are our top priority, and we will see you as soon as
possible.
5. When someone in your family is planning a wedding. Call well
in advance and make an appointment to meet the priest who will be
doing the service. There are forms to fill out and counseling sessions
to arrange.
6. When someone in your family loses a job, loses a friend to
death, or is suffering from chemical dependency or depression.
Spiritual support is available in times of loss and grief; no one has to
be alone. As people of God, your church family is willing to walk
with you and support you. The clergy can be of assistance only if you
share what’s going on.
7. When a child is born, it’s great to get a call even before the birth.
We’d like the opportunity to make a visit to bless parents and
children.
The rubrics in the Book of Common Prayer direct that
prayers be offered for the church, the nation and her
leaders, the welfare of the world, the concerns of the local
community, those who suffer and are in need of God’s
grace, and the departed. We are encouraged to adapt these
forms and to create new ones which speak to the desires,
concerns and thanksgivings of our hearts.
The Adult Formation group has explored how we offer
prayers and will be introducing some adaptations over the
summer. Beginning on June 5th, we will alter the way we do
prayers of the people.
An intercessor will offer prayers from within the
congregation at 10:30 with attention to the prayer concerns
of the community. Time will be allowed during the prayers
for individuals to offer their own petitions, either aloud or
silently. We invite you to personalize our prayers by sharing
your own prayers and thanksgivings. Called “popcorn
prayers” these petitions allow us to share our compassion
and care for one another.
Persons on our parish prayer list will be prayed for on
Sunday at 7:30 a.m., at daily Morning Prayer, and
throughout the week by members of prayer team to be
developed as a prayer chain. Individuals may be added to
the prayer list by calling the church office, visiting the
church website, or filling out a prayer request card and
giving it to an usher.
If you are interested in being a part
of this vital ministry, please
contact the parish office.
8. When something wonderful is happening in your life. We
know it is important to share your saddest times, but we want to be
with you in the best of times of your life, too.
You are important to us, but as much as we think about and pray for
all of you, we cannot read your minds. We need your help to know
when we can be involved in your lives, when you need a touch, a bit
of comfort, a challenge to change, or a shoulder to lean on. For our
part, we will do our best to be there when you need us, and share a
moment in the light of Christ’s presence.
Caring Casseroles
Trinity reaches out to parishioners in need by caring for
one another. St. Mary’s Guild is reviving our “Caring
Casseroles” tradition.
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If you would be willing to provide a meal for
someone in need please contact Vicki Smith or
the parish office.
If you or a family member could be supported
through an illness or bereavement, contact the
parish office.
Trinity announces “Cash for Causes”
Gift cards from Martins have been available for purchase in the parish
office since March. To date, we have raised over $500. If you are
shopping at Martin’s, Sheetz, or Food Lion, you can help Trinity balance
our budget. When you purchase a $25, $50, or $100 gift card at Trinity,
the parish receives 5% of your gift card purchase. In other words, if 50
families spend $100 per week on groceries/gas Trinity could earn $13,000.
It is truly a win-win.
We are pleased to announce the addition of gifts cards are now
available for Sheetz and Food Lion as well.
The Best of Trinity!
Congratulations to Pat Jeffrey for submitting the winning photo – “40
Teapots are BETTER than One” - in our Best of Trinity photo contest. As
the winning photographer, Pat has received a complimentary 2012 calendar
featuring twelve of the top entries. A copy of the calendar can be found on
the bulletin board in the parish hall, along with an order form if you would
like your own copy. Proceeds from this project support Music at Trinity.
Construction Alert!
Over the summer, we will be expanding the Columbarium. In the mid-1990’s, Trinity
installed a Columbarium so that persons choosing to be cremated and interred in the
church would be able to do so. Over the past 15 years, the niches available in our
current Columbarium have been sold. Earlier this year, the Vestry acted on the
recommendation of the Columbarium Committee to expand our space. Over the
summer, an additional 80 niches will be installed. For information in reserving space,
contact the parish office.
Save the Date:
St. Mary’s Guild will host a barbecue in the courtyard on Sept. 9 th
If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please contact Lynne Steptoe. Details
will be forthcoming over the summer.
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Youth Recognition Sunday
Vacation Bible School 2011
Joyful are the Peacemakers!
On Sunday, May 15th Trinity Episcopal Church
acknowledged the participation of our youth in
“intentional faith formation”. The following
young people were faithful participants
throughout the academic year.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – Level 1
Jonah Caudle, Naia Caudle, Grace Gum, Ella
Ensell, and Sarah Rice
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – Level 2
Amy Barrett, Jane Gum, George Korn, and
Isobelle Rice
Plan now to join us!
August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Ambassadors of Kindness – Tween Program
Maggie Hensell, Sedric Martinez, John Hudson
Pardington, Michael Rice and Nikki Sommer
2010-2011 Acolyte Recognition
For more information and/or to volunteer to
help contact: Pam Wagoner at 304-263-1488
First Year
Jane Gum
Cassidy Tapp
Sedric Martinez
Prayers for Peace
Second Year
Amy Barrett
Maureen Budka
Maggie Hensell
Rebecca Moriarty
John Hudson Partington
Nicholas Shirley
Nikki Sommers
Fourth Year
Spencer Shirley
Eighth Year
Elizabeth Riddell
Ninth Year
Clara Beth Novotny
An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami
cranes will be granted a wish by a crane, such as long life or recovery from illness
or injury. The crane in Japan is one of the mystical or holy creatures, and is said
to live for a thousand years. We have decided to mark the 10 th Anniversary of
Sept. 11th by folding paper cranes to be used in a memorial service. Directions
are available from the parish office. For instructions see Rev. Julie or Lynne
Steptoe.
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We heard it on the grapevine:
Congratulations!
Graduates
The Rev. Ronald C. Grubb (former supply organist at Trinity),
has been elected as Coadjutor Abbot of the Order of Corpus
Christi. Ron has been active in this Order for the past ten years.
He currently serves as the Pastor of Christ Reformed Church,
UCC in Shepherdstown. We wish Ron well.
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James Alexander Braswell graduated from West Virginia
University on December 12, 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts
in Multidisciplinary Studies (Professional and Technical
Writing).
Jordan Jones graduated from West Virginia University
with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. He hopes to
become certified as a CPA.
John Lorenz, II graduated from Shepherd University with
a Bachelor of Arts in Business. He is currently employed
with the Internal Revenue Service.
Robert M. Steptoe, Jr. recently received the Justitia Officium
Award from the WVU College of Law. The Justitia Officium
Award recognizes outstanding contribution and service to the legal
profession and is the highest honor the College bestows on an
individual. Our congratulations go out to Bob.
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Congratulations to Benjamin Caryl, son of Karen Caryl, on his
marriage to Christina McMahon on May 28, 2011 in Arlington, VA.
We wish them well as they begin their life together.
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Congratulations to Clara Beth Novotny for placing first in the
High School State Science Fair held at Fairmont State University on
March 26th. Clara Beth won her award in the area of earth and space
sciences for a project “Observing the Hydrogen Line to Determine
Redshift or Blueshift in the Milky Way Galaxy. Clara Beth will be a
senior at Hedgesville High School. Clara Beth was also given a
special award by the Navy for her work.
Olivia Novotny graduated cum laude from West Virginia
University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise
Physiology. She will begin work on a Doctorate in Physical
Therapy at WVU School of Medicine in June 2011.
Christian Riddell graduated from Rutgers Law School on
May 18, 2011.
Robert Oakley Seibert graduated from West Virginia
University on May 15, 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in
International Studies and a minor in Political Science. Ros
hopes to do post graduate work in England this fall.
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Congratulations to Mary Partlow who recently celebrated her 100th
birthday. Mary is a resident at Heartland.
June Birthdays
Ella Hensell (June 2)
Buzz Poland (June 3)
Charlie Hanshew (June 4)
David Tucker (June 4)
John Overington (June 5)
Monica Moriarty (June 7)
Shannon King (June 7)
Hick Hamilton (June 8)
Scott Budka (June 12)
June Zimmerman (June 13)
Peggy Wetzel (June 13)
July Birthdays
Gilbert Miller (June 14)
Mary Keesecker (June 23)
Jan Wertman (June 23)
Marika Cutler (June 27)
Diane Harman (June 27)
Douglas Miller (June 28)
Carolyn Miller *June 30)
Henry Utterbach (July 1)
Curtis Russell (July 1)
Woody Russell (July 1)
Nancy Emmert (July 4)
Cindy Folk (July 6)
Elizabeth Douty (July 6)
Dick Alwin (July 9)
John H. Partington (July 10)
Melissa Orr (July 13)
Amy Barrett ( July 8)
Florence Wright (July 14)
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Roland Riddell (July 15)
Amanda Harman (July 15)
Linda Gutsell (July 16)
Winifred Lewis (July 17)
Dean Russell (July 17)
Charlotte Porter (July 18)
Kristin Douty (July 19)
Ed King (July 24)
Mary Fish (July 26)
Meghann Kent (July 26)
Jan Smith (July 31)
Building Partnerships for Mission
Extreme weather has killed hundreds and destroyed thousands
of homes and buildings across the country. A group of
tornadoes struck six states in mid-April, with North Carolina
the worst hit. The last week in April, over 100 more swept
through five states, with 200-plus deaths. And the end of May
saw Joplin Missouri hit with an F5 that killed over 140,
destroyed a regional medical center, destroyed a major portion
of the city, and has left 30 or more residents still unaccounted
for. Severe storms and flooding devastated areas of the Ohio
valley and major portions of states along the Mississippi River
from Illinois to the Gulf.
Help CCAP/Loaves & Fishes provide
food for the hungry and support for
the poor. Please help by donating:
Peanut Butter, Jelly, Cereals, canned
vegetables, Spaghetti Sauce and Pasta.
Contact: Phil Steptoe, Lynne Steptoe, or Pat Jeffrey for
information on how you can participate in this vital ministry.
Save the date:
Sunday, October 2nd
Episcopal Relief & Development has been in contact with
Episcopal Dioceses in the areas affected. It stands ready to
assist in any disaster throughout the U.S. and areas in other
parts of the world to provide immediate relief response as
assessed by local Dioceses. This includes temporary shelter,
food, cleaning supplies, pastoral care and funeral support and
expenses for grieving families.
Plan now to walk for the support of those who are hungry in
our community and throughout the world. The Churches of
Berkeley County are planning a CROP Walk for Sunday,
October 2nd. Watch for details throughout the summer. For
more information, contact Peggy Lasecki.
As inclement weather will continue to batter our country,
please pray for people at risk, those who have lost loved ones
and homes, and the responders working to save lives and
provide support.
You can provide financial aid by making your check out to
Trinity Episcopal Church and putting ERD (Episcopal Aid &
Relief) on the memo line. For more information, contact
Peggy Lasecki.
United Way announces that September 13, 2011 will be the
Annual Day of Caring. Let’s join our efforts with our
neighbors and work together for the benefit of our
community. If you are interested in volunteering, please talk
to Peggy Lasecki.
Spotlight on Ministry:
Each year, the parish conducts an audit of parish finances. Every five years, this is
completed by an independent auditor. In the other four years, an audit team is appointed by
the Vestry to complete a committee audit. This is usually completed during the month of
June. Parish Financial Statements (year ending 2010) are available on request from the
parish office.
The Financial Ministry Team of the parish is responsible for managing the resources of the
parish to ensure good stewardship and effective mission and ministry. We are blessed by
their contribution of time and talent.
We give thanks to the ongoing ministry of our Financial Ministry Team – Ann Powell,
Treasurer; Mike Braswell, Assisting Treasurer; Lisa Miller, Parish Administrator and
Bookkeeper; and Counters: Myrna Grove, Hick Hamilton, Mary Ann Hamilton, Shirley
Schwork, Doris Small, and Lynn Thompson. This year our audit team will be headed up
by Pete Duforney and Phil Steptoe.
We are currently looking for individuals with accounting/business background to become
part of this vital ministry of the parish. If you are interested in joining our Financial Ministry
Team please speak to Rev. Julie +.
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Celebrate Summer!
Opportunities for Fellowship
Join us for the celebration of Pentecost!
Sunday, June 12th
Wear Red! Rejoice in the power of the
Spirit!
Join us on Sunday, June 19th
to remember all Dads.
Potluck Coffee Hour following 10:30 a.m.
worship service.
Please bring a picnic food item to share.
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