trumpet - august 2011

TrumpetT r i n i T y B a p T i s T C h u r C h

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Grow What You KnowGrow what you know is our theme for the fall. The concept is simple. i believe God wants our church to go to another level. i have always believed the strongest churches are those who have people who are passionately in love with God. so this fall i want to challenge each member of TBC to grow in the three areas they know best. First, grow yourself. Take time to develop your own spiritual walk. This growth may mean spending more time in the word. it may mean an extended prayer schedule or maybe memorizing a Bible passage. second, grow your family. There will be many chances this fall for you to grow as a family, including a family discipleship class on sunday nights designed to help you understand God’s will for your family. There will be family worship guides in the bulletin to aid families desiring to grow together during the week. Third, grow your ministry. We have asked every member at Trinity to serve somewhere. so, wherever you are serving (sunday school, Choir, Greeter etc.) pray about how you can grow in that ministry. so what we’re asking is for you to “Grow what you know”.

TBC Family MinistryTBC Family Ministry is about glorifying God by equipping families to disciple their children. The class being offered beginning on september 11th is the culmination of my two year doctoral study. it is intended to help anyone with children (or those thinking about having children) to have the tools they need to make God the center of their homes. of course you don’t have to have children, but much of what we will be talking about is the biblical role parents play in seeing that their children love and follow God. This class will last ten weeks and be divided into five sections around worship, discipleship, evangelism, ministry and fellowship in the home. The key will be helping each family realize Jesus has put us together for a Kingdom purpose. each husband, wife and child has a role and together as families we can accomplish so much if we are focused on God. The best part of the class will be a time when each family comes up with your own plan for how you will allow God to use you as a family for his glory. i look forward to growing with you and getting to know you and your families better.

eddie Coakley John 3:30

Discovery Classes!August 7th, 14th, and 21st in Room 233

Got Questions? Get answers. learn what it means to be a member of Trinity’s faith family and much more!

if you would like to attend, call the church office (791-0440) or email pastor Jim smith, [email protected] or Cynthia scheeser, [email protected]

Upcoming Ministry Opportunities• Finlay Park Homeless Ministry: every Wednesday night, 7-9pm• Men’s Ministry Meeting and Meal: august 11th @ 5:30pm• Israel Mission Trip: november 13th-25th Cost: $2950.00 For more information contact: Buddy or Della adams (996-5680)

Read Pastor Eddie’s Blog Weekly @ TBCcayce.com!

Trinity Health StatisticsYEAR TO DATE AVERAGE ATTENDANCE

sunday school/Bible studies 491morning Worship Gathering 802

YEAR TO DATE CONTRIBUTIONSGeneral Budget needs $86,136

General Budget received $85,450

over (under) Budget - $686

Debt retirement offering* $710,233

Contributions accurate through 7.17.11

*Debt Retirement offering is amount given since campaign began.

New Sunday School ClassSingles/Singles Again - 40 & Up

Begins Sunday, August 7th Room 235 @ 11:00am

Tim simerly will be leading this class. email Tim at [email protected] if you are interested

in joining.

Summer Taste and Seeit is not too late to enjoy the summer Taste & see events. There are two nights left this summer. The first is August 9th. several ladies will open their homes that night for women to come and be encouraged. each home will listen to a testimony and hear what God is doing in the life of the speaker. you can find host home locations and maps in the Welcome Center. The evening starts at 7:00pm.

plan to take part in the Ultimate Taste & See August 30th. all ladies are invited to attend this wonderful night. it will be a great way to end the summer. The evening starts at 7:00pm in solomon’s porch. Check your bulletin for more details.

The Women’s ministry hopes you’ll take a break and come both nights this month. These events provide a great opportunity to invite your friends! We hope to see you there!

Understanding your Pre-Teen & TeenagerDo you have a child anywhere from fifth grade through senior year of high school? if so, you might be wondering how you can understand and address the unique needs that this age group has. on august 27th, Trinity will welcome Dr. David olshine to our campus for our very own “understanding your pre-Teen and Teenager seminar”!

The “understanding your pre-Teen and Teenager seminar” is designed for parents of 5th graders through high school seniors. on August 27th, from 9am-12pm, you’ll learn about youth culture, how it influences teens and parents, and practical ways to help your student navigate responsibility, decision making, and conflict resolution.

Dr. olshine brings an exciting mix of teaching, discussion, and multimedia to help you learn how to guide your student into adulthood!

To attend, all you need to do is rsvp to [email protected]. Cost is $5 for an individual, $8 for a couple.

Sunday Night Discipleship Classes!Beginning in September we will be offering our Fall Sunday night discipleship classes. These classes will be held each Sunday at 5:00 pm. Below is a list of some of the classes that we will be offering.

• pastor eddie Coakley will be leading a Family Ministry Class – he will be leading parents and caretakers through a special 10 week sunday night class focused on making God the center of your family.

• “Living by the Book” by howard hendricks – This Bible study begins with the most important skill of bible study – observation. Then you will travel past the perils of interpretation. The ultimate goal is application, in which we practice biblical truth in order to become people who are living by The Book. This is a 7 week class led by Jim smith.

• Cherie nettles will be continuing her class on Accountability. There are only a few spots available so contact Cherie at 796-8373 if you are interested in joining this class.

• micah merchant will be leading a class on Evangelism.

• Doyle Wingard will be leading a class for the men of the church.

• We will also be offering a class for the ladies of the church.

To be a part of one of these classes, please contact Jim at [email protected], call the church office at 791-0440, or sign up in the foyer.

Welcome to the TBC Family!• Eve Kinley Bryan - born 6/7/11

(parents - Katie & Will Bryan)

Welcome Our Newest Trinity Members! John Aun - Joined via letter - 6/26/11 Lory Aun - Joined via letter - 6/26/11

Lonna Aun - Joined via letter - 6/26/11 John Michael Aun - Joined via letter - 6/26/11

Kim Christ - Joined via statement - 6/26/11

SympathiesPlease keep these families in your prayers...

Sister of Harry Reedy (TBC member) - 7/1/11

Mary Addison (TBC member) – (Wife of rufus addison, mother of Butch (linda) Goodwin, Grandmother of Christopher and lauren Goodwin, sister of norma (Wayne) Corley, aunt of penny (Jimmy) Cofer) - 7/10/11

Betty P Staggs (TBC member) – Wife of Joe staggs - 7/11/11

Jennifer Aull (TBC member) – Wife of Tony aull and daughter of mike and marilyn mcmillan - 7/23/11

Toiletry Bag MissionTrinity missions will be promoting a church-wide collection of toiletry goods for the newly opened Transitions house in Columbia.

on August 7 & 14, there will be Ziploc bags with a list of items needed available in the narthex. please fill a bag and return to designated drop-off locations throughout the church August 14-28.

Standard Items for bags:

toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, washcloths, lotion, combs/brush & razors

Kentucky Mission TeamThe Kentucky team wants to thank you all for your prayers and support for them while they were ministering in Corbin, Kentucky. God moved and blessed as we ministered in a family dynamic through vBs, Construction, prayer Walking, a Block party, and revival services.

Back to School Bash!On August 21 from 5-7pm there will be a Back to School Bash celebrating the end of summer, and the kick off of our fall semester. There will be food, fun, and games, and all ages are invited for a time of fellowship together. Invite your friends and neighbors!