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1 Delphos Trinity Times October 2017 TRINITY UMC STAFF Pastor Rich Rakay Cell: (419) Director of Outreach & Youth Ministry Roger Arroyo Cell: (419) Tender Times Director Melissa Smiley Office: (567) Church Secretary Carol Higbea Office: (419) Fax: (419) Janitor Carl Miller Worship Musician Kathy Stewart Choir Director Erin Stokes Office and Mailing Address Trinity United Methodist Church 211 E. Third Street Delphos, OH Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-Noon & 1-5PM Website: delphostrinity.org Like us on Facebook! Division is rampart in our country and the world at large. So much so, I don t even need to point out to you all the ways in which we are divided. So what is a Christian to do when confronted with a person who values their opinion more than the people around them? Is it possible for us to live as Jesus did? Many feel that Jesus had it easy because the first century was a far different time and there wasn t much conflict. This is a very misinformed view. Jesus was living under an oppressive regime headquartered in Rome and enforced dutifully by local tyrants. The Jewish people held the Temple in high esteem as the place in which God dwelt among His people. Yet, beyond that they could not agree on which particular sect had the correct teaching concerning doctrines of the faith (Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, etc.). Jesus was surrounded by many different ethnic backgrounds most of which did not historically get along. Prejudice prevailed. I could go on, but you get the point. It pretty much sounds like it wasn t that much different then than it is now. Where I have seen great unity in the past few weeks is with ReviveOHIO. Over 50 churches in Allen County collaborated in some way to share the simple message that God loves people and offers them abundant life through Jesus Christ. From wide ranging political views to practices of ministry to styles of worship to various denominations to racial differences, God indeed has a very diverse family. There were times I was stretched, times I was confused, and even a moment or two in which I was offended. Yet, the Spirit at work among us was undeniably of God. Over the past few Sundays, I have enjoyed the same feeling at Trinity with our new worship schedule. It is such a delight to be able to see all of the family fellowshipping together without each person or group giving up their own unique traits. I believe this is a reflection of what the Scripture means when it says: Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up the other; but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help. Again, if two lie together, they keep warm; but how can one keep warm alone? And though one might prevail against another, two will withstand one. A threefold cord is not quickly broken. (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12) Our common bond as Christians is Jesus Christ. As long as we agree on who He is and what He came to do, we are united on what matters. Having received His love, we are equipped to follow His example of holding out grace to all. He shared truth with love. He knew not everyone would follow Him or agree with Him, but He loved anyway. If we follow in the footsteps of Jesus as our practice of ministry, our future as a church is bright. Love and truth go hand in hand. We love, we share truth, and we continue to love regardless of the response. God Bless You All! Pastor Rich Pastor s Page

2 Page 2 Trinity Times October 2017 October Mission Feature Laborer s R Us WORSHIP TIMES 9 AM Traditional Service 10:30 AM Praise Service Both services are held at the Third St. location. (A café is open in between services for fellowship time). Laborers R Us needs your help on projects from 8:00am - 3:00pm Sat., Oct. 28th & Nov. 4th. No skills are necessary, all ages are welcome, children must be supervised. Meet at Trinity Church 211 E. Third St. Delphos. Breakfast & lunch are provided. Projects are yard cleanup, small painting, minor construction, cleaning gutters, washing windows, trimming bushes, weatherizing, raking leaves and much more. Applications can be picked up at the Delphos Library. Come when you can and leave when you must. Please call Buzz and Ellen Ditto ( ) with questions, projects & volunteering. Trinity UMC will again be hosting a trunk or treat event in the church parking lot on Thursday, October 26 th from 5:30-7:30pm. Kids of all ages are welcome to walk through, look at the decorated trunks, and get candy, donuts, and apple cider. We encourage anyone who does not have much trick or treat traffic in their neighborhood or who simply want to be with their church family to join us. It is simple - just park your car in the parking lot and pass out candy from your trunk (or lawn chair). There is huge potential for this to be a community event by connecting with families in the area. You can plan on serving at least 300 people so you ll need at least that many pieces of candy. Volunteers are also needed to serve apple cider provided by the church. In order to better control the chaos, anyone interested in passing out candy must reserve a parking space and fill out the Car Trunk Registration Form on page 3. You can also pick up forms at the church office. PLEASE ARRIVE AT CHURCH BETWEEN 5PM-5:15PM to get set. If you choose, you can decorate your trunk or the entire vehicle. Judging and prizes for the best decorated trunk will be given before we start passing out candy. If you have any questions, please contact Roger through the church office.

3 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 3 Delphos Trinity United Methodist Church 211 E. Third Street - (419) Trunk or Treat Thursday, October 26th from 5:30-7:30 pm Car Trunk Registration Form Name of Organization/Business/Individual: Contact Name(s): Address: City: Zip: Phone: Additional Number: Vehicle Plate #: Make/Model: Your Car Trunk Theme: We will have a best dressed vehicle contest for all participating car trunks! Vehicle space will be limited, so this form must be returned no later than Friday, October 20th!...and don t forget to wear your costume!! FORM NOT VALID UNLESS SIGNED HERE BY ADULT PARTICIPANT AGREEING TO THE FOLLOWING POLICIES. Only pre-packaged candy or treats are approved. NO spooky or scary displays. All car trunks must be registered. All trunk participants will receive confirmation with instructions prior to event. All car trunk displays and treats will be inspected before event begins. No electricity will be provided. An adult and/or parent must be with their vehicle at all times during the Trunk or Treat event for safety reasons. Any photography taken at or during the event of yourself, or vehicle, can be used for Trinity United Methodist Church promotional purposes. Cars that register for the event must be parked by 5:15 pm SIGNATURE: DATE: Scriptures and Sermon Titles for October: October 1 Hebrew 5:1-14 Forgiveness (Part 2) October 8 Matthew 6:25-34 Relinquishment (Part 1) October 15 Isaiah 55:1-13 Relinquishment (Part 2) October 22 Job 1:1-22 Praise (Part 1) October 29 Psalm 145:1-21 Praise (Part 2)

4 Page 4 Trinity Times Calling all kids, Kindergarten thru 5th grade. Come join us for a weekly adventure through the Bible. Junior Church is held during the 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM services at TUMC. Hope to see you for scripture, games, songs and snacks! A nursery is provided at both services for newborn to 5 yrs. old. October 2017 Trinity United Methodist Women All ladies are invited to a program on Community in Action Against Human Trafficking Wed., Oct. 11th, in the parlor at 7pm. World Thank Offering Boxes will be handed out. Hostess: Sally Kiggins. All ladies are invited. Thanks to those of you who have already served as an usher this year. Please help our Worship Service by spending a few minutes on any given Sunday as an usher/greeter. Your willingness to help, is a simple, important and rewarding part of Sunday Worship. The Sign-up Chart for 2018 can be found at the Information Center in Fellowship Hall. This is your opportunity to pick the month or months you are willing to serve. Contact Doug Erman if you have any questions. God Bless and thank you. The College ministry parents will be meeting on October 3rd at 7:00 pm. We will be packing the boxes for the first mailing of the year. This will be a basic care package. Anyone who would like to contribute to the boxes may bring items such as snacks, singles-to-go drink packs or stress reliever items (ex. squeeze balls). If you are unable to attend, items may be left at the church marked "College Ministry". Please provide items for 30 boxes.

5 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 5 Dear Tender Times Families and FriendsThe month of September has brought many new and exciting changes to the center. The children seem to be settling in and are transitioning smoothly. We have recently acquired a new director and other essential support staff. The team is enthusiastic and committed to creating the best learning environments for your children. Thank you to the parents and church members who have given so generously to keep our supplies full. The donations are essential to the continued enrichsome pre-k class enjoying Friday afternoon gym time! ment of our students. We are currently in need of used or new seasonal trays or containers of various sizes, small sized tongs, and ice cube trays. We will be continuing the tradition of Trunk or Treat in celebration of Halloween this year. We encourage all families and church members to come and participate with us! The date will be Friday, October 27 at 9:30 a.m. Please join in the fun! We are striving for a very successful school year. We know that with change comes challenges and your kindness and prayers are appreciated. Thank you again for all of your encouraging words of support as we continue on our journey to create learning experiences that will impact the lives of God s precious children. Sincerely- The Tender Times Staff Pre-k did a science experiment called "Queen Anne's Lace". Toddlers doing experiments. Celebrating a birthday! Investigating ears of corn. Painting Gourds

6 Page 6 Trinity Times October 2017 October Altar Flowers We thank those who will be gracing the altar with flowers for the month of October. -Happy Sweet 16 to Addy Stewart! on Oct. 4th with love from Mom, Dad, Claire, Elayna and Zion. -David & Lyn Rhoads in loving memory of their daughter, Kristi Osborn. -Richard & Mary Jo Behrns in loving memory of their daughter, Sarah Liggett. -Dan & Diana Mullen in loving memory of grandson, Phillip Daniel Dudgeon, for his 16th birthday, Oct. 25th. -The Marion Jettinghoff and Barb Wolford families in loving memory of Marguerite Jettinghoff. October Radio Broadcasts We thank those who will be sponsoring the radio broadcasts for the month of October. -Janet & Marty Schultheis in celebration of their 17th wedding anniversary Sept. 16th. -Anita & Jim Dunlap in celebration of Kim Riddell and Anita & Jim Dunlap s birthdays. -Richard & Mary Jo Behrns in celebration of mom s (Betty Cochensparger) 91st birthday Oct. 20th. -Jo Briggs with love in memory of Roger Briggs. -Mom & Dad (Jim & Pam Morris) with love in celebration of Zach s 25th birthday. Dec. 17th is available to sponsor a radio broadcast. See clip board at the Information Center or call the church office. There was such success and support for reviveoh in Allen County that area pastors and church leaders committed to keep the movement going. If you missed the first week of outreach, you will still have opportunity to connect with other churches in Allen County as we pray for one another and our community while sharing the simple truth of Jesus Christ. Please consider participating in these outreaches. You can find out the most recent updates at: Future Outreach Dates October 21 (hosted by North Park Church, 1321 E. Elm Street, Lima) November 18 (hosted by St. Marks UMC, 1110 N. Metcalf, Lima) December 16 (hosted by Allentown UMC, 4900 Allentown Rd, Lima) January 20 (hosted by Grace Fellowship, 1606 W. Elm, Lima) February 17 (hosted by Woodlawn Baptist Church, 836 S. Judkins, Lima) March 17 (hosted by Trinity UMC, 211 E. Third Street, Delphos) The daily schedule for these Saturday events at each host church is: 8AM - Worship & Training 9AM - Going Out as Teams to Pray & Share Noon Lunch & Testimonies 1PM End of Day

7 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 7 Upward Basketball Are you ready for Upward Basketball to begin? There are some great opportunities this year in Delphos Upward Basketball. The first one is if you decide to be a head basketball coach the entry fee for your child is going to be completely waived. There will be no charge for them! This is a way for us to say thank you for all the time and energy that you put into this ministry. We also lowered the price for cheerleaders to $60 in order to increase participation. Our cheer coaches are amazing! If you sign up a basketball player and have a cheerleader in the same family, your cheerleader will be half price ($30) with a full price basketball registration. Please look for the flyers at your local school or at the church. They will be out the first week of October. Here are some important dates to mark on your calendar #1 Evaluation is 10/21/ 2017 from 9:00am to 12:00pm #2 Evaluation is 10/28/ 2017 from 9:00am to 12:00pm #3 first practice will be 11/ 6 /2017 #4 first game will be 1/6 /2018 #5 award celebration will be 2/18 /2018 Don t miss out on an opportunity to reach out to our community with the saving love of Jesus. Each week we will have hundreds of children and parents from our community in the walls of our church. Pray about how you might help minister to the participants and their families. There are many different opportunities available including leading a halftime devotional, working the concession stand, keeping books, running the clock, or even simply coming to the games and getting to know those in attendance. For over 20 years Upward Sports has shared the message of Jesus through sports like Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Reaching over 500,000 children every year Upward Basketball teaches the fundamentals of each sport as well as the Christ-Centered virtues of Honesty, Patience, Gratitude, Trust, Responsibility, and Self-Control. A shared ministry of Trinity United Methodist Church, each year the league offers an opportunity for children grades Kindergarten through 4th grade to experience a fun, affirming, and competitive team sport grounded in the teachings of Christ. The Upward promise is that every child plays every game and every child is treated like a winner. This year we had a number of scholarships that we handed out. This is always a blessing when we can bless other people who would like to be a part of Upwards and can't necessarily afford it. I would ask that as you read this letter, pray, and see if God prompts you to support a student in need. The registration fee for basketball is $80 and $60 for cheerleaders. If you choose to support the program, please make all checks payable to Trinity United Methodist Church and write Upwards Sports in the memo line. Thank you so much for your support. For more information, please contact me Roger Arroyo, Director Of Outreach And Youth Ministries 211 E 3rd St Delphos OH Office Phone(419) Cell (419)

8 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 8 Welcome to B.L.A.S.T. (Building Lives Around Sound Truth) Trinity Youth Group Jr. High Youth, Sundays 5:00-6:30pm Sr. High Youth, Sundays 6:30-8:00pm Delphos Teens For Christ Sr. High TFC Mondays, 7:30-9:00pm Jr. High TFC Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00pm Flu Shots will be offered by the Community Health Professionals here at Trinity on Wednesday October 18 from 12:00 noon 1:00pm Be sure to bring your Medicare Card. Youth Activities meet at the Family Life Center Opportunity for Service Hours Are you in need of service hours? We have an easy mission project YOU can do! "Tie Blanket Day" Sunday October 15, 2017 from 2-5 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church 211 E Third Street - Delphos Ohio Sew Helpful will be hosting a "Tie Blanket Day" for area Cancer Patients. The blankets made that day will be donated to St Rita's Medical Center Oncology Department. We will be laying blankets out, cutting and tying them. The more people who attend, the more blankets that can be handed out to those in need. This project is open to anyone who wishes to attend. All ages are invited, but please provide adult supervision, especially if you are bringing a group. No skills are required. If you have always wanted to learn to make a blanket, this would be your opportunity to find out how easy they are. Come, have fun and provide a needed item at the same time. There will be plenty of materials provided. If you wish to donate materials to the project, 1-yard of print fleece and 1-yard of a coordinating plain color fleece will complete one blanket. In June we had ages 8-80 involved and were able to deliver 15 blankets to the Oncology Department. Any questions? Call Trinity United Methodist Church at

9 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 9 United in Holy New Born Congratulations to Logan Wurst & Michelle Brotherwood who were married September 16, 2017, in Delphos. We wish this couple God s blessings as they continue their lives together. Community Cash Just a reminder, Chief s has started their Community Cash rewards again. So when you go to the grocery start watching for your receipt to say Community Cash at the top of your receipt, bring it to church and place in the house in fellowship hall. Thank you for your support. A percentage of all receipts turned in goes to United Methodist Women who use the proceeds for various missions. Congratulations to Cory and Paige on the birth of a son, Gunnar Allen Noftz, who was born September 8, 2017, at St. Rita s Medical Center, Lima. Gunnar weighed 7 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 20 inches long. Grandparents: Rick & Lynn Miller; Dawn Slusher and Bryan Slusher. Thank you for your generous gift in support of Lima s Samaritan House. You are making a difference in the lives of women and children. God Bless you. -The Staff of Samaritan House Thank you! Thank You! Thank You! As chairman of the Missions Committee, I want to extend my deepest appreciation to everyone who gave of their time, talents, and money to support our Tastes of Trinity project! To everyone who came as customers, thanks also! As of Sunday, Sept. 18th, the project has raised $2, with more still coming in! I personally want to extend my own thanks to the core of individuals who helped at the 2 work days and the event date. Without you, this event could NOT happen. Thanks to Ryan Carder who provided a beautiful tent (of Delphos Tent & Awning) to give shade and protection. God is so good! We had a beautiful gorgeous day and it was so appreciated!! Thank you, God!!! Thanks to Carl Miller who had to clean up after our 2 day kitchen mess at F.L.C. We appreciate you! Thanks again everyone, Kay Ahten-Missions Chair

10 1 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY COMMUNION 5:00-6:30pm Jr Hi Youth/ 6:30-8:00pm Sr Hi Youth/ 7:30pm Women Essential 8 5:00-6:30pm Jr Hi Youth/ 6:30-8:00pm Sr Hi Youth/ 7:30pm Women Essential 15 2:00-5:00pm Tie Blanket Day in Fellowship Hall 5:00-6:30pm Jr Hi Youth/ 6:30-8:00pm Sr Hi Youth/ 7:30pm Women Essential Practice Parlor 22 5:00-6:30pm Jr Hi Youth/ 6:30pm-7:30pm Confirmation/ 6:30-8:00pm Sr Hi Youth/ 7:30pm Women Essential Practices Parlor 29 5:00-6:30pm Jr Hi Youth/ 6:30pm-7:30pm Confirmation/ 6:30-8:00pm Sr Hi Youth/ 7:30pm Women Essential Practice/Parlor Weekly Sunday Services: 9:00 AM Traditional Service and 10:30 AM Praise Service (WDOH Radio 11:30 FM or Channel 6 Cable) 2 6:30pm Women Essential 7:30-9:00pm TFC Sr Hi/ 9 1:00pm Sewing Day/Ridge 6:30pm Women Essential 16 OFFICE CLOSED November Newsletter Deadline 6:30pm Women Essential 6:00pm Tender Times/Parlor 7:00pm Trustees Meeting 23 1:00pm Sewing Day/Ridge 6:30pm Women Essential 7:00pm Annual Charge Conf. 7:30pm Administrative Bd. 7:30-9:00pm TFC Sr Hi/ 30 6:30pm Women Essential 7:30-9:00pm TFC Sr Hi/ 3 2:00pm Bible Study/St Paul 7:00pm College Ministry 7:30-9:00pm TFC Jr Hi/ 10 2:00pm Bible Study/St Paul 7:30-9:00pm TFC Jr Hi/ 17 2:00pm Bible Study/St Paul 7:30-9:00pm TFC Jr Hi/ 24 2:00pm Bible Study/St Paul 7:30-9:00pm TFC Jr Hi/ 31 2:00pm Bible Study/St Paul 7:30-9:00pm TFC Jr Hi/ October :30am Men Essential Practices /Parlor 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal 11 8:30am Men Essential 6:00pm STAFF/PPR 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal 7:00pm UM Women 18 8:30am Men Essential Practices /Parlor 12:00noon-1:00pm Flu Clinic in Fellowship Hall 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal 25 8:30am Men Essential Practices /Parlor 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal 5 5:00pm Prayer Meeting/St Paul 12 5:00pm Prayer Meeting/St Paul 14 5:00pm Prayer Meeting/St Paul 26 5:00pm Prayer Meeting/St Paul 5:30-7:30pm Trunk or Treat in Church Parking Lot :30am Tender Times Trunk or Treat at Family Life Center 2:00-5:30pm Fellowship Hall Reserved 28 8:00am-3:00pm Labors R US phone Trinity United Methodist Church fax: delphostumc@bright.net 211 E. Third Street - Delphos OH website: delphostrinity.org

11 October 2017 Trinity Times Page 11 2-Madelynn Dudgeon Todd Rozelle 4-Jennifer Salazar Addy Stewart Katherine Wiltsie 5 Brent Buettner Jeff Caputo II Rhonda Ford 6-Michael Strayer Terri Suever Tammy Teman Harold Wollenhaupt 7-Megan Harlan Pat McClure 8-Michelle Grone Jayden Harris 9-Sue Barclay Jeana Fisher Scott Hageman Dustin Long Diana Mullen October Birthdays 10-Toddy Rozelle Diers Bob Mosier 11-Anita Dunlap 12-Jim Dunlap Bonnie Shumaker 13-Kim Binkley Ralph Stoner 14-Tina Schleeter 15-Cynthia Dotson Jennifer Morris 16-Sue Truesdale 17-Lesley Moore Scott Myers Jessica Rudasill 18-Kelly Lindeman 19-Emily Buettner Robert Grone 20-Betty Cochensparger 22-Rachel Morris Dennis Spring 24-Michael Antalis David Knepper 25-Dr. Earl Morris 26-Maxine Brooks 27-Colin Barclay 28-Katelyn Knepper 29-Kirk Looser Kate Savage Lauren Wiltsie 30-Alyah Blackmore Linda Fay 31 Tim Altman Brian Dudgeon Marge Morris Zackary Morris November Newsletter Deadline Mon., Oct. 16 Mon., Oct. 16th is the Deadline for the Nov. Newsletter. Fax: or delphostumc@bright.net or turn in written Newsletter articles to the Church Office by the deadline which is always the 3rd Monday of each month. All articles must be in writing. We wish to express our prayers and sympathy to the families of: Judith Grogg, 71, who passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at The James Cancer Hospital in Columbus. She is survived by four sons, Jeff (Teresa) Grogg, Jamey (Jenny) Grogg, Jason (Laura) Grogg and Josh (Sarah) Grogg; two daughters, Julie (Eric) Lambert and Jill Grogg; a brother, John (Freda) Ludy and twelve grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Alexander Grogg; three brothers; and a sister. Rosemary Wilhelmina (Landwehr) Gerling, 93, who passed away September 12th at Vancrest Nursing Home, Delphos, Ohio. Surviving are her children: Nancy Anderson, Jeanne (Gary) Hasenkamp and Ned (Donna) Burris, Thomas Gerling, and Edward Gerling. Other survivors include grandchildren: Nathan (Jenny) Anderson, Erin (Reggie) Childs, Amber (Matt) Evans, Andrea (Clay) Woodall, Kylie Lynn, Ashley Gering and Natasha Gerling; 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Raymond & Erma Landwehr; husbands Douglas Wayne Burris and Leon Edward Gerling.

12 TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 211 E THIRD ST DELPHOS OH Return Service Requested Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 34 Delphos, OH :00 Service Acolytes: Oct. 1 Tyler Dellinger Oct. 8 Caden Carder Oct. 15 Emma Kill Oct. 22 Aly Lindeman Oct. 29 Elyse North Liturgists: Oct. 1 Dan Grice Oct. 8 Sally Kiggins Oct. 15 Rick Miller Oct. 22 Betsy Raabe Oct. 29 Becky Strayer Ushers/Greeters: Erica Pimpas/Sophia Pimpas David Rhoads/Lyn Rhoads Sound System: Clay Erman, John Jones October Servant Helpers 10:30 Service Worship Coordinator: Roger Arroyo Worship Leaders: Luke Burkhart Julie Arroyo Ushers/Greeters: Jim Fisher April Burkhart Audio Visual Techs: Dave Bullock Jason Ditto Altar Guild: Sally Kiggins Jan Rozelle Communion Stewards: Teresa Gilden Marilyn Montgomery Card Ministry: Becky Binkley Café Hosts: Oct 1 Rakay Family Oct. 8 Ulm Family