Sunday 9:00 Free Community Breakfast. 10:00 Worship. 11:15 Coffee & Conversation. Wednesday 12:10 Midweek Eucharist. February 7, 2020
MESSAGE FROM LISA We Are Salt and Light Beloved Friends, Taped to the inside page of my monthly planner is a tattered piece of paper with these words from Methodist pastor Ted Loder: Empower me to be a bold participant, rather than a timid saint in waiting, in the difficult ordinariness of now; to exercise the authority of honesty; rather than to defer […] The post We Are Salt and Light appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
TRINITY VOICES Bringing a Smile to My Face (by Alice Zurawski) [ These next weeks we will continue to highlight the wonderful volunteers down at Next To New thrift shop, one of Trinity’s Ministry Partners. Next To
THIS SUNDAY 2.9.2020 9:00 Free Community Breakfast Hosts: Dave Bingham, Wayne North, Sue Szenderski & Sue Smitley 10:00 Worship (Bulletin & Trinity Pages) Greeters Guild: Jeffrey Albright Bettye Jo Hansbarger Altar Guild: Jamie Paul Reader Guild: (Readings) Bob Meeker Hugh Grefe Pat Squire Chalice Guild: Scott Dibling & Mary Beroske Bread Guild: Becky Roth 11:15 Hospitality Hosts: Amy Saylor & Dennis Degnan
PARISH NEWS Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner
New, located in the lower-level of Trinity, has been serving the local community offering low-priced, high-quality new or slightly used clothing, household goods and kitchenware for nearly 70 years.] I […] The post Bringing a Smile to My Face (by Alice Zurawski) appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
UPCOMING EVENTS Men’s Bible Study, Feb. 8th Saturday, February 8th, 9:00am Join us for a monthly men’s Bible study. We meet on the second Saturday of each month at 9:00am at Rick’s City Diner, 5333 Monroe St. in West Toledo (near the corner of Monroe St. and Nantuckett Dr.). Our discussion starts with the gospel reading appointed for the next day. This […] The post Men’s Bible Study, Feb. 8th appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Adult Forum: Bluff Street Village, Feb. 9 On Sunday February 9th following our 10:00 worship service we will offer an Adult Forum in our Living Room led by the Rev. Larry Clark of Monroe Street Methodist Church. He will be introducing the Bluff Street Village Project providing an overview... The post Adult Forum: Bluff Street Village, Feb. 9 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 Tuesday February 25th, 5:30-6:30pm Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday at Trinity! We will be
Sign-Up Trinity Pop-Up Dinners are a wonderful opportunity for parishioners to get to know one another better outside of the worship setting! Check out and sign-up for one of these upcoming February Pop-Up... The post Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner Sign-Up appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Episcopal 101 March 8th 15th and 29th | 11:30am A 3week introduction to what shapes, makes, informs and inspires who we are as Episcopalians. All are welcome, especially those interested in being welcomed home as new members on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020! The post Episcopal 101 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Lenten Formation Opportunities This Lent we will be focusing on the wise, compelling & passionate work and life of Joan Chittister. The post Lenten Formation Opportunities appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Music Ministry Recital, 2/16
hosting a pancake supper on Tuesday, February 25 in My Brother’s Place from 5:30-6:30. Free-will donations will benefit our Ministry Partner, Toledo Streets Newspaper. Their vendors, volunteers and staff have been invited as special guests. We ask that everyone RSVP so we can […] The post Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
TRINITY MINISTRY PARTNERS Toledo Streets Names Its ‘Vendor of the Year’! 02/06/2020 20:08 Toledo Streets Newspaper (TSN) produces a monthly street paper, covering community news involving homelessness, poverty, and positive change. Vendors are self-contracted ‘business owners’ who set their own goals, selling locations and times, while abiding by a code of conduct. They invest 25¢ per paper, selling them for a $1. Vendors keep the difference of the donation […] The post Toledo Streets Names Its ‘Vendor of the Year’! appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF OHIO Summer Camp at Bellwether Farm-
Bellwether Farm summer camp is an opportunity to immerse yourself in fun, engaging outdoor activities. We offer programs to teach healthy social, nutritional, and environmental practices, while providing a safe context in which to encounter God's beautiful creation. Registration is open. Register by March 15 and enter promo code WORM to receive $25 off.
Sunday February 16, 1pm Trinity kicks off our 2020 Performing Arts Series with a musical recital featuring members of our Canterbury Choir. So break out for lunch after worship service and then come on back to Trinity to enjoy some music in the afternoon. Our congregation and high school choral members will join our Jobst […] The post Music Ministry Recital, 2/16 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
ACT Presents “The Mountaintop”, 2/15 & 2/16 In honor of AfricanAmerican History Month, ACT presents “The Mountaintop.” February 15, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. and February 16, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.Performed at Trinity Episcopal Church, Chapel, 316 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604Tickets are $10.00 in advance at www.act419.org or $12.00 at the door. Actors Collaborative Toledo announces a staged reading of The Mountaintop—the […] The post ACT Presents “The Mountaintop”, 2/15 & 2/16 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 A one-woman play and true story, Teri Bays, playwright and actress, portrays two women: herself and a radical nun, overcoming adversity, domestic abuse and injustice. Threads of their universal stories are woven around the strength and weakness of their mothers, their father's relationship with alcohol and an often unjust church... The post Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
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MESSAGE FROM LISA Honoring a Legacy Beloved FriendsSunday we will celebrate the Feast Day of Absalom Jones. Absalom Jones was an AfricanAmerican abolitionist and clergyman who became prominent in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Disappointed at racial discrimination in a local Methodist church, with Richard Allen, he founded the Free African Society, a mutual aid society for African Americans in the city. In […] The post Honoring a Legacy appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
TRINITY VOICES A Rich Life (by Shirley Fischer, Next To New Volunteer and Trinity Member) I began attending Trinity about 3 or 4 years ago and had
THIS SUNDAY 2.16.2020 9:00 Free Community Breakfast Hosts: Jolene Miller, Donna Steppe & Elizabeth Cousino 10:00 Worship (Bulletin & Trinity Pages) Greeters Guild: Keith Sparrow Lucy Russell Altar Guild: Karen Johnson-Webb Reader Guild: (Readings) Hugh Grefe Elizabeth Cousino Amy Saylor Chalice Guild: TBD Bread Guild: Lucy Russell 11:15 Hospitality Hosts: Lucy Russell, Denise Johnson, & Sue Szenderski Counters Sherre Owens Smith
taken an immediate interest in Next To New (NTN). At the time, Mary Wabeke was leading the group and everyone I spoke to told me that if I wanted to start volunteering down at the shop, Mary was the person to get in […] The post A Rich Life (by Shirley Fischer, Next To New Volunteer and Trinity Member) appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
UPCOMING EVENTS Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 01/14/2020 19:29 Tuesday February 25th, 5:30-6:30pm Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday at Trinity! We will be hosting a pancake supper on Tuesday, February 25 in My Brother’s Place from 5:30-6:30. Free-will donations will benefit our Ministry Partner, Toledo Streets Newspaper. Their vendors, volunteers and staff have been invited as special guests. We ask that everyone RSVP so we can […] The post Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
PARISH NEWS Closed for President’s Day Trinity’s offices and the Next To New resale shop will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020 in observance of President’s Day. The Daily Noon AA Meeting will still meet at their regularly scheduled time in the lower-level of Trinity. Trinity’s main office will reopen to normal hours (9:00-4:00) on Tuesday. Next To New will […] The post Closed for President’s Day appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Ash Wednesday Services Wednesday February 26th, 12pm & 7pm Trinity will offer a 12:00PM and 7:00PM Ash Wednesday service on February 26. Please join us for Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes. The post Ash Wednesday Services appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Music Ministry Recital, 2/16 Sunday February 16, 1pm Join us THIS Sunday at 1:00PM as we kick-off our 2020 Performing Arts Series with a relaxing afternoon of musical theatre, classical, and choral music. We’ll hear from our Jobst Choral Scholars and an ensemble from our Canterbury Choir. So pop out for lunch after worship service and then make your […] The post Music Ministry Recital, 2/16 appeared first
We will take a small break from our 12:10 Wednesday Eucharist throughout the Lenten season. There will be no Midweek Eucharist on the following dates: 2/19, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 & 4/1 Instead, please plan to join us for our 12:00pm Ash Wednesday service on February 26, and at 12:00pm in the Living Room […] The post Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
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ACT Presents “The Mountaintop”, 2/15 & 2/16 In honor of AfricanAmerican History Month, ACT presents “The Mountaintop.” February 15, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. and February 16, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.Performed at Trinity Episcopal Church, Chapel, 316 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604Tickets are $10.00 in advance at www.act419.org or $12.00 at the door. Actors Collaborative Toledo announces a staged reading of The Mountaintop—the […] The post ACT Presents “The Mountaintop”, 2/15 & 2/16 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 A one-woman play and true story, Teri Bays, playwright and actress, portrays two women: herself and a radical nun, overcoming adversity, domestic abuse and injustice. Threads of their universal stories are woven around the strength and weakness of their mothers, their father's relationship with alcohol and an often unjust church... The post Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF OHIO Summer Camp at Bellwether Farm-
Bellwether Farm summer camp is an opportunity to immerse yourself in fun, engaging outdoor activities. We offer programs to teach healthy social, nutritional, and environmental practices, while providing a safe context in which to encounter God's beautiful creation. Registration is open. Register by March 15 and enter promo code WORM to receive $25 off.
Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner Sign-Up Trinity Pop-Up Dinners are a wonderful opportunity for parishioners to get to know one another better outside of the worship setting! Check out and sign-up for one of these upcoming February Pop-Up... The post Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner Sign-Up appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Episcopal 101 March 8th, 15th and 29th | 11:30am A 3week introduction to what shapes, makes, informs and inspires who we are as Episcopalians. All are welcome, especially those interested in being welcomed home as new members on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020! The post Episcopal 101 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Lenten Formation Opportunities This Lent we will be focusing on the wise, compelling & passionate work and life of Joan Chittister. The post Lenten Formation Opportunities appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week Enjoy dinner and support Leadership Toledo (LT)during their 10th annual Restaurant Week, February 24 – March 1. Full details on the participating restaurants can be found at https://restaurantweektoledo.com/. Restaurant Week Toledo is an opportunity to enjoy delicious
meals at special prices from more than 35 of the Glass City’s best locally-owned restaurants while supporting Leadership […] The post Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
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Sunday 9:00 Free Community Breakfast. 10:00 Worship. 11:15 Coffee & Conversation. Wednesday 12:10 Midweek Eucharist. February 21, 2020
MESSAGE FROM LISA Opening Our Eyes Beloved FriendsThis Sunday offers two moments, of mystery and grace, as we mark the end of our journey through the season of Epiphany and celebrate the wonder of the story of the Transfiguration. As we turn listen to the words of Matthew (17:1-9), we will be transported to what Celtic spirituality describes as a […] The post Opening Our Eyes appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
TRINITY VOICES The Gift of Dignity (by Rita Lynch, Next To New Volunteer) I was a long-time shopper at Next To New before I began volunteering there. I was a single mom, on a tight-budget, raising 2 boys. I had come across Next To New
THIS SUNDAY 2.23.2020 9:00 Free Community Breakfast Hosts: Becky K., Kelly T., Nan S., & Fritz and Sue H. 10:00 Worship (Bulletin & Trinity Pages) Greeters Guild: Sherre Owens Smith Bob Meeker Altar Guild: Kyle Grefe Reader Guild: (Readings) Marcia O'Connor Roberta Durham Becky Roth Chalice Guild: Jason Rahe & Mary Wabeke Bread Guild: Taylor Tennant 11:15 Hospitality Hosts: Kim Henkel Counters Sherre Owens Smith & Jane Bueche
over 20 years ago, by chance, and it truthfully was a
godsend. I would take the bus all the way downtown just to do some shopping at NTN. The post The Gift of Dignity (by Rita Lynch, Next To New Volunteer) appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
UPCOMING EVENTS Introduction to Joan Chittister, Feb. 23 Join us THIS Sunday after service for a brief introduction to the life and work of Joan Chittister, whose book The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage will be the focus of our Lenten Book Study. We will gather in My Brother’s Place immediately following service on Feb. 23 to watch Oprah’s SuperSoul […] The post Introduction to Joan Chittister, Feb. 23 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 Tuesday February 25th, 5:30-7:00pm Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday at Trinity! We will be hosting a pancake supper on Tuesday, February 25 in My Brother’s Place from 5:30-7:00. Free-will donations will benefit our Ministry Partner, Toledo Streets Newspaper. Their vendors, volunteers and staff have been invited as special guests. We ask that everyone RSVP so we can […] The post Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Feb. 25 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Episcopal 101, March 8, 15 & 29 March 8th, 15th and 29th | 11:30am A 3-
PARISH NEWS Ash Wednesday Services Wednesday February 26th, 12pm & 7pm Trinity will offer a 12:00PM and 7:00PM Ash Wednesday service on February 26. Please join us for Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes. You can view the Guild serving schedule for both services on Ash Wednesday by clicking HERE or following this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b084aadac23a0fd0ashwednesday The post Ash Wednesday Services appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus We will take a small break from our 12:10 Wednesday Eucharist throughout the Lenten season. There will be no Midweek Eucharist on the following dates: 2/19, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 & 4/1 Instead, please plan to join us for our 12:00pm Ash Wednesday service on February 26, and at 12:00pm in the Living Room […] The post Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner Sign-Up Trinity Pop-Up Dinners are a wonderful opportunity for parishioners to get to know one another better outside of the worship setting! Check out and sign-up for the final February Pop-Up gathering by clicking on the link below!!
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week introduction to what shapes, makes, informs and inspires who we are as Episcopalians. All are welcome, especially those interested in being welcomed home as new members on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020! The post Episcopal 101, March 8, 15 & 29 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
There is still ONE spot left at the Feb. 22 Dinner!!!! Don't miss out! The post Upcoming February Pop-Up Dinner Sign-Up appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Lenten Formation Opportunities This Lent we will be focusing on the wise, compelling & passionate work and life of Joan Chittister.
PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 A one-woman play and true story, Teri Bays, playwright and actress, portrays two women: herself and a radical nun, overcoming adversity, domestic abuse and injustice. Threads of their universal stories are woven around the strength and weakness of their mothers, their father's relationship with alcohol and an often unjust church... The post Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
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Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week Enjoy dinner and support Leadership Toledo (LT)during their 10th annual Restaurant Week, February 24 – March 1. Full details on the participating restaurants can be found at https://restaurantweektoledo.com/. Restaurant Week Toledo is an opportunity to enjoy delicious meals at special prices from more than 35 of the Glass City’s best locally-owned restaurants while supporting Leadership […] The post Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
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MESSAGE FROM LISA Entering a Season of Reflection Beloved FriendsWe have now turned the liturgical corner and entered the season of Lent. The 40 days we carve out for a journey that leads us each year to the cross and then to Easter morning and the promise of the Resurrection. It is a season full of rich metaphors, traditions, invitations and opportunities […] The post Entering a Season of Reflection appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
TRINITY VOICES Leading Beyond the Walls at CEEP CEEP (the Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishes) held their annual conference this past weekend in Louisville, KY,
THIS SUNDAY 3.1.2020 9:00 Free Community Breakfast Hosts: Jane Bueche, Beth Oyler and Family 10:00 Worship (Bulletin & Trinity Pages) Greeters Guild: Stan & Sande Corfman-Johnson Altar Guild: Sue Smitley Reader Guild: (Readings) Hugh Grefe Nancy Colpaert Sherre Owens Smith Chalice Guild: Marcia O'Connor & Bettye Jo Hansbarger Bread Guild: Scott Dibling 11:15 Hospitality Hosts: Christina Turner, Chelsea Schumacher, & Sue Szenderski Counters Sherre Owens Smith & Gary Franklin
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providing the opportunity to bring the member of the CEEP Network together. Connecting old and new friends and peers is a hallmark of the CEEP Network and a principal way of supporting each other’s ministries, filling each other […] The post Leading Beyond the Walls at CEEP appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 A one-woman play and true story, Teri Bays, playwright and actress, portrays two women: herself and a radical nun, overcoming adversity, domestic abuse and injustice. Threads of their universal stories are woven around the strength and weakness of their mothers, their father's relationship with alcohol and an often unjust church... The post Teri Bays presents “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”, March 1 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
UPCOMING EVENTS Coffee Hour at Next To New, March 8 Please join us downstairs at the Next To New thrift shop following service on March 8 for coffee and conversation! Stop in for some treats and treasures! We’ll be breaking out our Easter merchandise that week!!!! Don’t forget to wear your Next To New button to receive your special Trinity Membership discounts! The post Coffee Hour at Next To New, March 8 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in
Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus We will take a small break from our 12:10 Wednesday Eucharist throughout the Lenten season. There will be no Midweek Eucharist on the following dates: 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 & 4/1 Instead, please plan to join us for our 12:00pm Ash Wednesday service on February 26, and at 12:00pm in the Living Room EVERY Wednesday […] The post Midweek Eucharist on Hiatus appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Lenten Formation Opportunities This Lent we will be focusing on the wise, compelling & passionate work and life of Joan Chittister. The post Lenten Formation Opportunities appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week There is still time to enjoy dinner and support Leadership Toledo (LT) as they wrap up their 10th annual Restaurant Week this weekend. on March 1. Full details on the participating restaurants can be found at https://restaurantweektoledo.com/. Restaurant Week Toledo is an opportunity to enjoy delicious meals at special prices from more than 35 of […] The post Leadership Toledo’s Restaurant Week appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
Downtown Toledo.
Episcopal 101, March 8, 15 & 29 For 3 Sundays in March: 3/8, 3/15 & 3/29 – Lisa will offer a series of classes and conversations about the Episcopal Church. Each participant will receive handout along with a copy of this very short but useful booklet outlining the things that give our denomination a particular history, polity and spirituality. Whether you are […] The post Episcopal 101, March 8, 15 & 29 appeared first on Trinity Episcopal Church in Downtown Toledo.
EPISCOPAL NEWS SERVICE Episcopal Church limits global travel over coronavirus’ spread as dioceses urge precautions 02/27/2020 17:04 [Episcopal News Service] The Episcopal Church has suspended official travel to a half-dozen Asian and European countries, and its dioceses and congregations are urging Episcopalians to take precautions to prevent […] The post Episcopal Church limits global travel over coronavirus’ spread as dioceses urge precautions appeared first on Episcopal News Service.
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