TRINITY VIEW November 2017 Inside: Pastor s Message 2 Spiritual Growth 3 Trinity UMC will host our Mission Area Charge Conference this year on Wednesday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m. The conference will be held in the Sanctuary. Music Notes 4 UMW News 4 VCC 4 Congregation Connection 5-7 Sunday, November 5 Village Children s Center is having a rummage sale to raise funds for a new storage shed for the playground equipment. Come out to find a few new treasures and to support the preschool. We ll have collectibles, craft items, holiday items, and so much more. Donations of items are accepted on Friday, November 3. Volunteers to help with all aspects of the sale are needed. Please contact the church office at 805-528-1649 to volunteer for an hour or two. Contact Us Church email: church@trinitylososos.org Phone: 805-528-1649; Fax 805-528-2504 Pastor s email: pastorg.trinity@gmail.com Website: www.trinitylososos.org Bishop: Rev. Grant Hagiya Pastor: Rev. Gilbert Stones Dir. of Discipleship Ministries: Jeff Manildi Music Director/Organist: Barbara Hoff VCC Director: Bonnie Luther STAFF District Superintendent: Rev. James R. Powell Lay Leader: Office Administrator: MaryAnn Jakes Trinity Ringers Director: Rev. Richard Bolin
To the Saints that are in Los Osos, Last month I wrote in my column that October is one of my two favorite months. November is the other. I love it for the same kinds of reasons I love October. I have always loved the celebration of Thanksgiving, the closest thing we have to an appropriate intermingling of secular and religious holidays. As a child I remember Halloween as fun and kidimportant but still a minor holiday. Thanksgiving, and then Christmas were the two big celebrations. Thanksgiving often meant eating at my grandmother s house and to this day I don t think there is anyone who can cook a turkey as well as she did. Recently however, it seems different. Halloween has grown exponentially in the lavishness of preparation and celebration (and I will admit that I am one who enjoys Halloween immensely). Thanksgiving now just feels sandwiched between Halloween and Christmas. In addition to that many have become much more aware of issues relating to American indigenous peoples. Also, as fewer people express faith traditions the very idea of thankfulness is watered down. Thanksgiving, while not a Church holiday, reflects the Hebrew harvest festival and can lead us to be more aware of God s provision. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12 Paul writes Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God s will for you in Christ Jesus. This is a great idea pointing to the power of God, but how can we possibly give thanks in all circumstances? For many, this year it will feel impossible to be thankful. As I write this, fires are still raging throughout California. Many have lost loved ones, more have lost businesses and homes. 2017 has been one of the most devastating hurricane years. Thousands have lost their homes and livelihoods and the economic toll is phenomenal. 2017 has also been a year of devastating earthquake as widely separated as China, Italy and Mexico to name but a few. The shooting in Las Vegas has directly touched thousands of lives. Violence in the streets, police shootings and hate marches seem to be the order of the day. How can those who have suffered so much give thanks? Part of the answer may be a proper understanding of what Paul was saying. He didn t say, give thanks for all circumstances, but rather that we should give thanks even in the midst of all circumstances. That may be part of the answer, but I don t find it a very satisfying one. I do find it helpful to remember that Paul, the man who writes those words, suffered ridicule, physical violence, imprisonment, and ultimately the sentence of death because of his faith in Jesus. Somehow he managed to remain thankful to God in the midst of all of his trials. I don t know the answer. I don t know how he did it, but I admire and aspire to that kind of faith. In the meantime, in the midst of this most difficult year I will gather to eat the turkey, perhaps watch the parade and some football, and to thank God for those things I am able to recognize. As we grow in discipleship and strive to be more Christlike, maybe that s the best we can do. Maybe it s even enough. Despite not having answers, somehow I still believe that God is active in the world. That means that even though my joy is diminished by the pain of those who have suffered this year, that God still wishes joy and wholeness for all creation. See you in Church,! Los Osos Cares Presents FREE COMMUNITY DINNERS Hosted by Trinity United Methodist Church 490 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd Monday of each month 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Come in, sit down, and enjoy a meal prepared by various community organizations. No reservations or sign in required. Dress is casual. Families welcome.
Spiritual Growth Adult Enrichment Classes Sunday mornings at 11:30 Home Group Monday evenings at 6:30 Thursday evenings at 6:30 Classes are held Sunday mornings immediately following the worship service. Classes run 3 6 weeks and feature different topics and leaders. There is a lot to talk about in regard to home groups at Trinity! There are two opportunities to join a home group: Monday evenings with Jeff & Kathryn Manildi and Thursday evenings with Mike Eggleston and Eileen Murta. Both meetings begin at 6:30pm and are held at the home of the respective hosts/leaders. For more information about the groups and/or driving directions please contact Jeff Manildi at jeff@trinitylososos.org or Mike Eggleston at egglestonm@hotmail.com. The LORD our God, the LORD is one. You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might - Deut 6:4b-5 The Shema has been the centerpiece liturgical prayer for the Jewish people for centuries. Jesus himself used this prayer in the New Testament. In fact this is probably how most of us are familiar with is. In this class we will take a look at the prayers original context and how the interpretation and use of this text has changes through out the years. Sunday, November 5
Music Notes In the fall, every church choir director's fancy turns to thoughts of...christmas! Plans are being made for our annual service of Advent and Christmas music, which will happen on December 17th. As is our custom, the Chancel Choir invites anyone who would like to sing with us for that occasion to join us on Wednesday evenings, at approximately 8:15, starting on October 11. We'd love to have you! Barbara Life at Village really is all fun and games, at least for the students. They spend their classroom time learning through directed and free time art projects, dramatic role-play, quiet reading time, music and movement, and creative play with manipulatives. Of course, outdoor play is also very popular. Trikes, oversize blocks, water play, a sandbox and the jungle gym help the children learn social skills, sharing and working together. Village Happenings. Rummage Sale Saturday, November 4, 8:00-2:00 Los Osos Christmas Parade December 9, 10:00 VCC Christmas Shopping Wednesday & Thursday, December 13 & 14 Winter Break Friday, December 22 thru Friday, January 5 UMW Executive Board: Women of the Bible Circle: Book Club: Monday, November 13 Social Hall Thursday, November 9 at 2:00pm Alta Hall s home in Los Osos Alta Hall, Hostess All women of the church are invited. For more information call Alta Hall, 528-2021 Thursday, November 16 at 2:00 in the Opal Room. The book club does not study one book but invites participants to talk about books they have read. For more information, call Donna Asire: 528-0342.
Congregation Connection 55+ Luncheon November 2, 12 noon The guest presenter this month is Tom Tatton featuring his viola in The Heart of A Music Teacher. Reserve your spot for the donations only luncheon by calling Alta Hall at 528-2021 or the office at 528-1649. Church Party Bridge Friday, November 17 7:00pm November Bridge will be at Evelyn Kane s home in Los Osos. Our bridge group is for experienced players, inexperienced players, and people curious about the game who would like to just watch. At the Church Council meeting Saturday 10/14 someone asked who won at church bridge on 10/13. The three of us that had played were stunned, looked at each other and answered we all did, because we were there. The world s most relaxed and least stressful bridge is played at Trinity. RSVP to Evelyn at 528-3990. Celebration Luncheon The bridge on the old road over Little Beaver Creek on U.S. Highway 36, east of McDonald, Kansas. Sunday, November 5, 11:30 a.m. Social Hall Join the celebration in the Social Hall as we conclude the 2018 Finance Campaign. The luncheon will be prepared by the Crizer family and will include a short message from the Finance Committee. Photo courtesy of Bill Fairbanks November Birthdays Coffee Hour Sundays after Worship (Coffee, Tea, Juice & Snacks) Meet the Board of Trustees Ever wonder who is responsible for keeping the church building and grounds safe and clean? Or who s responsible for scheduling contracted work around our facilities? Wonder no longer it s the Board of Trustees. They are responsible for all issues related to our facilities and grounds, from insurance to repairs to inventory and beyond. Take a moment to say hello as they provide the snacks and coffee during coffee hour this month. 11/01 11/03 11/03 11/03 11/05 11/08 11/10 11/11 11/11 11/12 11/18 11/21 11/21 11/25 11/27 11/28 John Peterson Shirley Hulin Jora Landis Charlotte Wood Carole Fairbanks Hailey Pascua Ray Bracken Monica Rochte Tate Wittman Alta Hall Catherine Topp Alex Cushing Linda Fortin Owen Rochte Karen Johnson Joe Clokey
Congregation Connection Thanksgiving Baskets 2017 Trinity UMC, Golden State Water Company, and Spencer s Fresh Market in Morro Bay team up once again to provide complete Thanksgiving dinners to families in need in Los Osos. The baskets include all the fixings for the meal, including a tablecloth and napkins. Golden State Water Company will donate 40 frozen turkeys and Trinity will obtain the fixins from Spencer s Fresh Market at special pricing. Watch the Sunday bulletins for information on how you can help. Baskets will be distributed on Tuesday, November 21, 10:00 12:00 noon from the Social Hall. DIRECTORY UPDATE We are updating our directory!! Please take a moment to fill out an attendance card on Sunday with your phone number, email address and mailing address. You may also email your information to the office at church@trinitylososos.org. A new paper directory will be available mid-january. We also want to update information that is not in the directory such as birthdates and anniversary dates. Please provide this information on the communication card or via email. Thanks for your help!! SAVE THE DATE February 16-18, 2018 The TUMC Women's retreat team would like to remind you to save the date for next year's retreat "Journey of Prayer", on February 16-18, 2018 to be held at the St. Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista. Registration information will come in November.
Events Calendar Snapshot WEEKLY EVENTS: Sunday Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 9:15am Worship Service: 10:00am Coffee Hour: 11:15am Adult Enrichment Class: 11:30am 12-Steps Couples Group: 4:00pm 1st & 3rd Sun Monday Knitting, Etc.: 2:00pm Community Dinner: 5:00pm, 1 st, 2 nd, & 3 rd Monday Home Group w/jeff Manildi: 6:30pm Literacy for Life: 6:30pm Tuesday Tuesday Work Crew 9:00am Food Box Distribution: 10:00-12:00 Cub Scouts: 6:00pm Wednesday Staff Meeting: 10:00am 1st & 3rd Wed Prayer & Care Group: 11:00am Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00pm Alcoholics Anonymous - 7:00pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30pm THURSDAY Home Group w/mike Eggleston: 6:30pm Literacy for Life: 6:30pm FRIDAY Food Box Distribution 10:00-12:00 SPECIAL EVENTS: November 1, 9:30am Hymn Singing, Bayside and Casa de Flores November 1, 6:30pm Mission Area Charge Conference November 2, 12:00pm 55+ Luncheon November 2, 6:30pm CCHE Potluck November 4, 8:00am Rummage Sale November 4, 9:00am All Church Cleaning Party November 5 Daylight Savings Time Ends November 5 All Saints Sunday November 5, 11:30am Stewardship Celebration Luncheon November 9, 2:00pm Women of the Bible Circle November 10 Veteran s Day (observed) Office Closed November 16, 2:00pm Book Club November 17, 7:00pm Church Party Bridge November 19 SLO Wind Chamber Concert November 21, 10:00am Turkey Basket Distribution November 23 & 24 Thanksgiving Holiday Office Closed November 24 Mike Curren Memorial Service November 26 United Methodist Student Sunday November 28 UMC #Giving Tuesday COMMITTEES November 2 Worship Committee 10:00am November 9 Trustees Committee 7:00pm November 13 UMW Board Meeting 1:00pm November 14 Finance Committee 7:30pm November 15 VCC Committee 5:45pm November 20 TRINITY VIEW DUE DATE November 21 Missions Committee 12:00pm P.O. Box 6775 Los Osos, CA 93412-6775