Announcements
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF March 22 - 28, 2026
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
Sunday, March 22nd
8:00 AM: Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
9:00 AM: Rector’s Forum in the Education Building
9:45 AM: Sunday School in Building 3 & Childcare in Building 5
10:00 AM: Holy Eucharist in the Church
11:15 AM: Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall
12:00 PM: The Theology of Baptism Class in the Education Building
Tuesday, March 24th
12:00 PM: Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
12:45 PM: Knitters Group in the Education Building
1:00 PM: Midweek Lectionary Bible Study in the Office Conference Room
4:00 PM: Solemn Evensong and Benediction in the Chapel
Wednesday, March 25th
12:00 PM: Special Feast Day Holy Eucharist: The Annunciation of Our Lord in the Chapel
5:00 PM: Choir Rehearsal in the Music Building
Upcoming events
Sunday, March 29th
Palm Sunday
8:00 AM: Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
9:00 AM: NO Rector’s Forum in the Education Building
9:45 AM: Sunday School in Building 3 & Childcare in Building 5
9:50 AM: Blessing of the Palms in the Courtyard
10:00 AM: Holy Eucharist in the Church
11:15 AM: Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall
Tuesday, March 31st
12:00 PM: Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
12:45 PM: Knitters Group in the Education Building
1:00 PM: Midweek Lectionary Bible Study in the Office Conference Room
4:00 PM: Stations of the Cross and Benediction in the Chapel
Wednesday, April 1st
5:00 PM: Choir Rehearsal in the Music Building
Thursday, April 2nd
Maundy Thursday
4:00 PM: NO Men’s Group Meeting
6:00 PM: Maundy Thursday Holy Eucharist in the Church
7:30 PM: Altar of Repose in the Chapel until 9:00 PM
Friday, April 3rd
Good Friday
12:00 PM: Good Friday Mass of the Presanctified in the Church
Saturday, April 4th
8:00 PM: Easter Vigil in the Chapel
Lent and Holy Week Calendar
LENTEN PROGRAMS
Tuesday, March 24th
4:00 PM: Solemn Evensong & Benediction in the Chapel
Tuesday, March 31st
4:00 PM: Stations of the Cross & Benediction in the Chapel
PALM SUNDAY
Sunday, March 29th
9:50 AM: Blessing of the Palms in the Courtyard
MAUNDY THURSDAY
Thursday, April 2nd
6:00 PM: Maundy Thursday Holy Eucharist in the Church
7:30 PM: Altar of Repose in the Chapel
GOOD FRIDAY
Friday, April 3rd
12:00 PM: Mass of the Presanctified in the Church
HOLY SATURDAY
Saturday, April 4th
8:00 PM: Easter Vigil Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
EASTER SUNDAY
Sunday, April 5th
8:00 AM: Easter Holy Eucharist in the Church
10:00 AM: Easter Holy Eucharist in the Church*
*Childcare for ages 1 year to 1st Grade
Church News
Palm Sunday
Sunday, March 29th
Next Sunday, the Palm Sunday Liturgy begins at 9:50 AM in the courtyard of the Church with the Blessing of the Palms Service. After the palms are blessed and distributed, the congregation processes into the church and into the pews singing and waving their palms thereby commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem being hailed as King.
Sunday School students, instead of meeting in the Sunday School classrooms on Palm Sunday, students will meet in the courtyard no later than 9:40 AM to process into the Church together as a group. After the procession, the students will return to their classrooms for the lesson. If you have any questions, contact Fr. Josh Gritter at jgritter@trinityvero.org.
Maundy Thursday Altar of Repose
On Maundy Thursday, April 2nd, the Chapel will be transformed into the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus took his apostles after the Last Supper to pray before his arrest and betrayal. Remember our Lord’s words on the eve before his crucifixion and death, “Then Jesus said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’” (Matthew 26:38) The Altar of Repose is a quiet, contemplative place to spend time with our Lord in his Sacramental Presence anytime between 7:30 and 9:00 PM in the Chapel. (There will be a police officer present for security purposes outside of the Chapel.)
One person is needed for each half-hour block to keep watch with our Lord in his Sacramental Presence while the Chapel is open (7:30 to 9:00 PM). If you are willing to commit to a block, please either sign up on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall or contact Kathy Rodriguez at krodriguez@trinityvero.org.
Church Center Help Desk
Sunday, March 22nd
The Church Center Help Desk will be open on Sundays during Coffee Hour from 11:20 AM to 12:00 Noon. If you have any questions about how to sign in to Church Center, access specific sections of the app, etc. please stop by the Help Center Desk during Coffee Hour, or contact Michelle Clevenger at mclevenger@trinityvero.org.
The Theology of Baptism Class
Sunday, March 22nd
Fr. Ryan Jordan is teaching a class about the Elements and Sacramental Theology of Baptism for parents who would like to have their child Baptized. The classes will be held on Sundays, March 15th and March 22nd, from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM, in the Education Building. If you are interested in participating in the class, email Alyssa Hiser at ahiser@trinityvero.org. If you have any questions about the class, email Fr. Ryan Jordan at rjordan@trinityvero.org. Please note that participation in the class is encouraged but not required for Baptism.
Solemn Evensong & Benediction
Tuesday, March 24th
Solemn Evensong is a sung version of Evening Prayer. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament follows Evensong. During Benediction, the consecrated Host is placed in a monstrance on the altar for adoration. The priest then blesses the congregation by making the sign of the cross with the monstrance. Please join us for this beautiful and reverent service in the Chapel.
Easter Music Donations
Due Sunday, March 29th
On Easter Day, the musical forces of Trinity Episcopal Church & School will present two beautiful masses in the Church, each enhanced by exceptional music: the 8:00 AM Mass will have a Choral Quartet to lead the congregation in a traditional Easter liturgy, and the 10:00 AM Mass will include a full orchestra and choir to lead the liturgy in Schubert Mass in G. We are currently seeking donations to help fund these extraordinary additions to our Easter worship.
Donation forms will be available in the Narthexes of both the Church and the Chapel, and on the Welcome Table in the Parish Hall.
Sermon Series: The Fall of Man
The Sermon Series: The Fall of Man and the Solution from God is now available to watch on Trinity’s website. The series explains the Garden of Eden before The Fall and the consequences on the relationships between man versus God, man versus himself, man versus man, and man versus nature. The series concludes with the solution God had for us to fix the problem. If you are interested in taking a deep dive into how sin was brought into the world and what God’s plan was to solve the consequences, look no further. This sermon series is for you. The sermon series can be found on “Upcoming Events” on the home page of Trinity’s website: www.TrinityVero.org.
Sacrament of Baptism
Sunday, April 12th
If you or anyone you know is interested in receiving the Sacrament of Baptism, please contact Alyssa Hiser in the office at 772-567-1146, ext. 240 or through email at ahiser@trinityvero.org. The next Holy Eucharist with Holy Baptism will be held on Sunday, April 12th during the 10 AM Mass.
Music at Trinity Concert Series: Dr. Lindsay Garritson, Pianist
Sunday, April 19th
On Sunday, April 19th, the Trinity Concert Series will welcome Dr. Lindsay Garritson, Pianist. An award-winning performer, Dr. Lindsay Garristson has performed throughout the United States and abroad since the age of four. She has appeared on stages such as Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and Place des Arts (Montreal) and has been featured as a soloist with many world-class Orchestras throughout the world. (Please see Dr. Lindsay Garritson’s Biography at https://www.lindsaygarritson.com/bio.)
Please join us for a masterful concert on Sunday, April 19th at 2:00 PM in the Church. There is no charge for admission.
REMINDERs
Pastoral Care
Trinity’s clergy are available for Pastoral Care and to bring Holy Communion to our sick parishioners and shut ins. If you or someone you know needs Pastoral Care, please call the office at 772-567-1146. If your call is after office hours, please press ‘1’ at main menu on the phone system and you will be connected to our on-call clergy.
Weekly Noon and Feast Day Holy Eucharist
Weekly Holy Eucharist is celebrated every Tuesday at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel. Trinity also celebrates Holy Eucharist on major Feast Days of the Church year on their annual feast day whenever they happen to fall outside of the regular Tuesday Weekly Mass Schedule. Major Feast Days will be added to the announcements the week before and the mass will be held in the Chapel at noon.
The Rector’s Forum
Sunday Mornings
The Rector’s Forum is held on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in the Education Building. During the Rector’s Forum, the preacher of the day dives deeper into the Sermon topic. This is a Bible study that is interactive, extremely informative and highly educational. You will be amazed at how much you learn in a short time. So come to church with your Bible a little early, grab a cup of coffee and join your fellow parishioners. You will not be disappointed!
Sunday School & Childcare
Trinity offers childcare in the Parish Hall for children ages 1 year old through Kindergarten from 9:45 AM until the Mass is over. Ushers in the back of the church can direct you to the rooms.
Trinity also has a Sunday School program for children ages PreK-3 through 5th grade, where children are taught an age-appropriate Bible lesson that is supported with songs, crafts, games and activities. The Sunday School Program begins at 10:00 AM, however, children are invited to arrive in the Sunday School at 9:45 AM.
Once Sunday School is over, children Grades 1st through 5th are brought to church to be with their parents for the remainder of the service, around the time of the Announcements. Children who are Kindergarten and under remain in Childcare until parents pick them up after the service. Sunday School is taught year-round, and children are welcome to join at any time.
Trinity also has a Little One’s Room and an Infant Room that is located in the back of the church that welcomes families with small children 24 months and younger. There, parents have the benefit of participating in the service in soundproof rooms while caring for their young children. The Little One’s Room is designed for children who are crawling through 24 months old. This room is equipped with rocking chairs, puzzles, and quiet toys. The Infant’s Room is an adjoining room designed for parents with infants so they can care for their infants while watching the mass via live stream on a large screen television. This room is equipped with rocking chairs and silent “reach” toys. Lastly, there is a bathroom located in between both the rooms that is equipped with a changing table.
Coffee Hour
Sundays after the 10:00 AM Mass
Coffee Hour is held in the Parish Hall on Sunday mornings after the 10:00 AM service. Come grab a cup of coffee and a bite to eat, while welcoming visitors and getting to know other members of the church. Coffee Hour is also a great way to keep in touch with what is going on in the life of the Church. Families are encouraged to attend Coffee Hour. There are activities for children of all ages so kids can connect as well.
Please sign up to host Coffee Hour for a Sunday in the coming weeks, on your own or with another family. Sign up on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall, or contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office at 772-567-1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
Coffee Hour items can be homemade or purchased, such as cakes and brownies, finger sandwiches, deviled eggs, cookies, fruit, cheese, bagels, etc. Items should be brought to the Parish Hall between 9:15 and 9:45AM already on serving platters, covered and ready to serve. Trinity has plates, napkins and serving utensils already on the tables. Rich Christie, Trinity’s Coffee Hour Emcee, will put your items on the tables for you. If your items need to be refrigerated, or you need additional serving platters, etc., please contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office at 772.567.1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org before the end of the week before you are scheduled to host and they will be provided to you.
Finally, a reminder email will be sent to Coffee Hour Hosts the Wednesday before they are scheduled to host. The email includes specific directions for when to arrive and where to bring your Coffee items on Sunday morning.
Thank you for signing up to host Coffee Hour. Your fellow parishioners appreciate you so much!
Boys & Girls Choir
Sunday Mornings
The Children’s Choir rehearses on Sundays at 11:15am in the Music Building. If you would like your child to join the Children’s Choir, or would like more information about the choir, please contact Darlene Rodgers at drodgers@TrinityVero.org.
New to Trinity?
For those who are new to Trinity, there are now many ways to provide contact details to receive information. There are Welcome post cards in the pews and Welcome Tables with QR codes that can be scanned to bring up a form. Alternatively, there are paper forms in the pews that can be filled in by hand and placed in the collection plate. Please contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office on 772-567-1146, Ext. 213, or email krodriguez@trinityvero.org with any questions.
Prayer Requests
If you have someone that you would like to be prayed for by the Daughters of the King, please submit a Prayer Request through this link, by scanning the QR code in the service bulletin, or by filling in a paper form from the pews. You may also call the Church office on 772-567-1146, ext. 214, or email Michelle Clevenger at mclevenger@TrinityVero.org to submit your request.
Hearing Aid Headsets Available
Hearing aid headsets are available in the church for all services. If you are interested in using a hearing aid headset, please see one of the ushers in the Narthex, and they will retrieve one for you and show you how to use the headset. At the end of the service, please be sure to return the headset to an usher on the way out of church. The headsets need to be recharged so that they are available for use for the following service.
Knitters Group Prayer Shawl Ministry
Tuesdays at 12:45 PM
The Knitters meet on Tuesdays at 12:45 PM in the Education Building. Anyone interested in making prayer shawls for those in need is welcome. The group has yarn and needles for those who want to learn to knit. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Anselmini at lanselmini@gmail.com.
The mission of the Trinity Church Prayer Shawl Ministry is to bring people of similar interests together to share in fellowship and to use our time and talents to produce prayer shawls that will be given away to help comfort those who need the loving hands of God surrounding them because of illness or grief. Each one is blessed by our priests.
Altar Flowers Sign-ups
Altar Flowers can be donated for any given Sunday of the year, except for during Lent and Advent, when there are no flowers on the Altar. Flowers can be donated “In Memory of” or “In Thanksgiving for” a loved one. For more information or to sign up to donate flowers, contact Michelle Clevenger in the office at 772-567-1146 or through email at mclevenger@trinityvero.org.
Trinity Membership
Many parishioners who attend regularly may not realize that we have a formal process for becoming an official member of Trinity Episcopal Church. If you have not yet completed this step and would like to be included in our membership records, we invite you to complete our Membership Application by using this QR code:
You do not need to be Episcopalian to become a member. However, if you are an Episcopalian and wish to transfer your membership from another parish, please indicate that on the form. We will request a Letter of Transfer on your behalf, which will make you a Canonical Member. Being a Canonical Member is a requirement for voting at our annual Parish Meetings.
If you have any questions about membership or the application process, please contact Michelle Clevenger, Membership & Giving Coordinator, who will be happy to help. Michelle can be reached at mclevenger@trinityvero.org or in the church office: 772.567.1146 ext. 214.
The Trinity Legacy Society honors individuals who have named Trinity Episcopal Church as a beneficiary in their estate plans. This can be done through a bequest in a will or via other planned giving options such as an IRA, retirement plan, life insurance, or other financial vehicles.
If you are interested in learning more about Trinity’s Legacy Society and planned giving, please email giving@TrinityVero.org. and a member of our team will reach out to you with more information.
Parking on Sundays
Please note that the parking lots next to the Church and Chapel are for elderly and handicapped use only on Sunday mornings. Everyone else should use the parking lots behind the Parish Hall and the Triplex (across Granada). Thank you!
Office Hours
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
