Trinity Presbyterian Church Christ-Centered, Biblically-Based, Spiritually-Alive!

4365 State Road 776, Venice FL 34293 941-493-0018 / www.trinitypc.org

CHURCH CALENDAR

SUNDAY — October 18 7:30am Praise Team Rehearsal 9:00am Childrens’ Church School Class 9:00am Contemporary Worship/Nursery Provided 9:30am The Protestant Reformation Series 10:00am Chancel Choir Rehearsal 10:30am Traditional Worship/Nursery Provided 11:30am Congregational Meeting 1:00pm Gardens of Venice Worship

MONDAY — October 19 9:45am Pause & Reflect 10:30am Community Assistance Ministries 7:00pm Boy Scout Troop 311

TUESDAY — October 20 9:45am Pause & Reflect 10:00am Staff Meeting 10:30am Community Assistance Ministries 7:00pm Into the Word Bible Study 7:00pm Praise Team Rehearsal

WEDNESDAY — October 21 9:30am Naomi Circle 9:30am Prayer Group 12:00pm Women of Trinity Luncheon 6:30pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Cub Scouts

THURSDAY — October 22 9:00am CAM Monthly Meeting 9:45am Pause & Reflect 10:30am Community Assistance Ministries

SUNDAY — October 25 7:30am Praise Team Rehearsal 9:00am Childrens’ Church School Class 9:00am Contemporary Worship/Nursery Provided 9:30am The Protestant Reformation Series 10:00am Chancel Choir Rehearsal 10:30am Traditional Worship/Nursery Provided 1:00pm Gardens of Venice Worship

Prayer Requests For…

MEMORIAL SERVICE for Donna Nordman will be held on Wednesday, October 28th at 2:30pm. IN HOSPITAL / RECENTLY HOSPITALIZED Bill Carlson — Venice Hospital

HOMEBOUND Marilyn Easterly Jim Menzer Mary Tarsia Carol Emanuelson Paul Ryan

Doris Krusen Bessie Berryman John Berryman Millie O’Boyle Pamela Henry Dot Scheeres

NURSING / REHAB / ASSISTED LIVING Ruth Aldrich – Heron East/Sarasota Gertrude Bouwma — Gardens of Venice Evelyn Barrow — Jacaranda Trace Deborah Carpenter — Charlotte Harbor Nursing Fran Eggleston — Windsor of Venice Earl Ephlin — Sunset Lakes Rehab Jim Harmony — Brighton Gardens, Tampa Florence Kizzek — Lexington Manor Genevieve Lincoln — Jacaranda Trace Norma Liston – Crestwood Manor Barbara Lundberg — Windsor of Venice Sue Marker — Harbour Terrace Vivian Visser – Jacaranda Trace

The flowers this morning are given

for the Glory of God and in loving memory of our Parents.

by Bryan & Bev Page

A Congregational Meeting has been called for TODAY, Sunday, October 18th, for the purpose of electing elders, deacons and the at-large members of the 2016 congregational nominating committee. The meeting will convene immediately following the 10:30am worship service. No other business will be conducted at this meeting.

The 2015 Congregational Nominating Committee consists of: Frank Blair, Elder Chair; Bob Lamberty, Elder Vice Chair; Grace Tucker, Deacon Rep.; and at-large members: Don Stewart, and Barbara Middelthon, John Joslin, and Florence Barker.

Elder Nominees (Class of 2018) Kim Joynes Diane Jansen Rick Morrow Jake Scheeres

Elder Nominee (Class of 2017) Stew Beyer (2-year term)

Deacon Nominees (Class of 2018) Jim Inglis Barry Watson Kay Zion Ron Foster Grace Tucker Jim Phillips

Deacon Nominee (Class of 2016) Jerri Vinnenberg (1-year term)

2016 Congregational Nominating Committee At-Large Members Frank Blair Charlie Barr

Ray Deming Susan Mather Barb Middelthon

CHURCH STAFF Karin Barbito, Director of CAM Charles Bartell, Maintenance Susan Brembs, Chancel Choir Director Bernard Broyles, Acting Worship Leader Larry DeBruyne, Seasonal Organist Sherry DiGiorgio, Office Support Juanita Fauser, Church Administrator Douglas J. Hamstra, Organist Lynn Higgins, Nursery Attendant Sandi McQuiston, Volunteer Coordinator Walter Pratt, Custodial / Maintenance Linda Singleton, Finance Coordinator Lewis Trotter, Pastoral Associate Chuck Wiggins, Pastor

Sunday Mornings at 9:30am The Protestant Reformation with Rev. Jim Sharp

Have you ever wondered why you call yourself a “Protestant”? Perhaps growing up you heard that being Protestant meant ‘not being Roman Catholic.’ That may define who you are NOT…but how do you turn that around into core beliefs of who you ARE? Trinity Church is delighted to welcome the Reverend James M. Sharp to teach a five week series on THE PROTESTANT REFORMATION—THE FIVE SOLAS. Did you know that the word “SOLA” is the Latin work for “only” or “alone. There are five “solas” that Protestant Christians in general and Presbyterian/Reformed believers in particular affirm: Scripture alone, Christ alone, Grace alone, Faith alone, and for the Glory of God alone. THE PROTESTANT REFORMATION—THE FIVE SOLAS begins Sunday, October 11th prior at the 9:30am church school hour. So if you come to the Traditional Service, plan to come early and take part in this learning experience. Each class runs 45 minutes. Now retired, Jim Sharp was pastor at Good Shepherd Church in Englewood for thirteen years. He is a graduate of Biblical Theological Seminary outside of Philadelphia.

ALL SAINTS’ DAY REMEMBRANCE

& HOLY COMMUNION

This year we will observe All Saints Day on Sunday, November 1st with Holy Communion at both services. During the 10:30 Traditional Service there will be a special time of remembrance for those members and friends of Trinity who have entered the presence of Christ in the last twelve months.

If you would like to include the name of a loved one who died this past year, please contact the church office at 941.493.0018 and provide the information.

World Communion Offering 2015

Syrian Refugee Crisis

Nearly $3,927 was collected on World Communion Sunday last week for the SYRIAN REFUGEE CRISIS relief. We will

be receiving this through the month of October. Thank you!!

This week please read: 1 Corinthians

3. How will God judge believers on

“The Last Day.”

Weekly Bible Study! Tuesday, October 20th 7:00pm

FAMILY PROMISE NEWS

58 VOLUNTEERS SIGNED UP—

TRAINING EVENT -- NOVEMBER 7

Family Promise Coordinators Barb Middlethon and Graham Cofer report that are—to date—fifty eight people who have come forward to serve in this ministry to homeless families scheduled for the week of November 29—December 6. There are several openings for EVENING HOSTS on two nights that need to be filled.

Also, there will be a FAMILY PROMISE TRAINING EVENT &

KICKOFF BARBECUE on November 7th @ 9:30am. All FP

volunteers are strongly urged to attend. Please mark your

calendars!

Family Promise Building communities,

strengthening lives.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Trinity Church is to: INTRODUCE people to Jesus Christ, DEEPEN faith and make disciples, ENCOURAGE community, and PROVIDE opportunities to use our spiritual gifts both locally and throughout the world.

COUNTDOWN TO WORSHIP

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

GREETING SONG I’ll Fly Away

PRAYER

PRAISING OUR GOD Blessed Be Your Name I Will Worship

KIDZ CHAT ???

PRAYER Elder Diane Jansen

GOD’S TITHES / OUR OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY Give Thanks SCRIPTURE Matthew 5:1-9

PREACHING SERIES

SERVANTHOOD 101 — YOU GOTTA HAVE HEART

3. MERCIFUL & PURE, HUNGRY, THIRSTY

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. verses 36-8

SENDING AND CHALLENGE Make Me A Servant

October 18, 2015 9:00am

Contemporary Worship

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

GARDENS OF VENICE WORSHIP — Each Sunday afternoon at 1:00pm, a Ministry Group from Trinity provides a worship service to our neighbors at the Gardens of Venice Assisted Living Facility. Serving today are: Juanita Fauser, Bob & Colleen Lamberty, John & Susan Mather, Brenda Ward and Walter & Susan Brembs, pianist.

RECEPTION FOR KARIN BARBITO — Please note:

the date for the reception has been changed to: Thursday, October 29 from 3:00-5:00pm.

WOMEN OF TRINITY LUNCHEON will be held on

Wednesday, October 21st at the Pelican Point Golf & Country Club at a cost of $15/pp. Karin Barbito will be the guest speaker. Please bring a wrapped newborn baby gift marked boy or girl. These gifts will be given to expectant mothers that come to CAM. Everyone is welcome! Make your reservation today! Any questions, call Barbara Jahnke at 941.486.0970

NAOMI CIRCLE will meet on Wednesday, October 21st

at 9:30am in classroom 1. Presently we are watching an exciting and thought provoking video series by Andy Stanley called Defining Moments. All women are welcome. For information, contact Elizabeth Milliner at 941.223-0572.

BIBLE BUDDIES/SMALL GROUP begins again and will meet on Thursday, October 22nd at 3:00pm in the church lounge. Contact Patricia Rule for additional information at 941.488.4345.

CAM NEEDS: Please bring in peanut butter, jam/jelly and

honey. A big Thank You! from CAM for your continued support and generosity.

PAUSE & REFLECT (PAR): NEEDS YOUR HELP

IN OCTOBER & NOVEMBER! There are now MANY openings to lead in Pause & Reflect Worship Ministry time during these months. Please sign up in the foyer if you would like to serve in this vital outreach to our Community Assistance Ministry. No divinity degrees or “Reverend” titles required! Just a heart for the needy in our community to provide spiritual care.