Announcements
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF September 15-21, 2024
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
Sunday, September 15th
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
9:00 AM Rector’s Forum in the Education Building
9:45 AM Sunday School & Childcare in the Parish Hall
10:00 AM Holy Eucharist in the Church
11:30 AM Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall
Operation Diaper Donation continues
Tuesday, September 17th
12:00 PM Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
12:45 PM Knitters Group in the Education Building
Wednesday, September 18th
5:00 PM Choir Rehearsal in the Music Building
Thursday, September 19th
12:00 PM Final Thursday Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
1:00 PM Midweek Lectionary Bible Study in the Education Building
Saturday, September 21st
12:00 PM Special Feast Day Holy Eucharist: St. Matthew the Evangelist in the Chapel
Upcoming events
Sunday, September 22nd
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
9:00 AM Rector’s Forum in the Education Building
9:45 AM Sunday School & Childcare in the Parish Hall
10:00 AM Holy Eucharist in the Church
11:30 AM Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall
Operation Diaper Donation continues
Friday, October 4th
5:30 PM Fall into Jesus! Festival & Book Fair
Church News
Care Net Pregnancy Center of IRC: Operation Diaper Donation
Continues Sunday, September 15th
Trinity continues to support Care Net Pregnancy Center of Indian River County through our Outreach Programs. Between Sunday, September 1st and Sunday, September 29th, packages of diapers will be collected for distribution to the 500+ clients that Care Net supports. Diapers of all sizes are accepted, but sizes 3, 4 and 5 are most needed. Unopened packages of diapers may be brought to the Narthex of the Church and Chapel on Sundays, or to the Church office during business hours. We thank our generous Trinity Community in advance for your help in supporting this important ministry.
Young Adults Ministry Group
Thursday, September 19th
Are you between the ages of 18 and 23, and looking to meet other young adults? Are you interested in learning how to center your life around the gospel? Trinity has begun a Young Adults Ministry Group that gathers every other Thursday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Parish Hall. The meeting includes fellowship and great conversation, and dinner is provided. Join us for our next meeting on Thursday, September 19th. Please contact Fr. Ryan Jordan in the office at 772.567.1146, Ext. 220, or through email at rjordan@TrinityVero.org if you are interested in attending. We look forward to seeing you next Thursday evening; feel free to bring a friend!
Special Feast Day Holy Eucharist: St. Matthew the Evangelist
Saturday, September 21st
St. Matthew, otherwise known as Levi, is one of the 12 Apostles and one of the 4 Evangelists. Despite having much to lose as a wealthy tax-collector and collaborator with the Roman occupation, when Jesus called him, St. Matthew left his tax booth immediately and followed. Legend has it that Matthew continued preaching to the Jewish people long after Pentecost, and only later in life left Israel to go on mission to Ethiopia and elsewhere.
Boys and Girls Choir Begins
Boys and Girls Choir rehearsals are postponed until further notice. If you have any questions, please contact Darlene Rodgers at drodgers@trinityvero.org or Dr. Anthony Baron at abaron@trinityvero.org
Fall into Jesus! Festival & Book Fair
Friday, October 4th
Attention all parents and grandparents! Trinity Episcopal Church & School invites you, your children and grandchildren to our Fall Into Jesus! Festival & Book Fair on Friday, October 4th from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. There will be books, inflatable obstacle courses for all ages, fabulous face painting, crafts, food, and fun.
Don’t miss this great event when Trinity’s School, Sunday School & Childcare families and friends comes together for great fun in a safe and friendly environment. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) Please RSVP to Kathy Rodriguez, in the office at 772.567.1146, Ext. 213, or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org by Monday, September 30th.
Sacrament of Baptism
Sunday, October 6th
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, October 6th during the 10:00AM Mass.
Sacrament of Confirmation & Reception Classes
Begin Thursday, October 17th
Bishop Justin S. Holcomb, the Bishop of the Diocese of Central Florida, will be visiting Trinity on Sunday, January 26, 2025, to administer the Sacrament of Confirmation and to receive candidates into the Episcopal Church during the 10:00 AM Mass. If you are interested in receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation or being Received into the Episcopal Church, please complete either the Sacrament of Confirmation form or Reception form that can be found on Trinity’s website at www.TrinityVero.org, (found under the Parish Life tab, under Resources in the drop down menu), on the Welcome Table in the Parish Hall or contact Kathy Rodriguez at 772.567.1146, Ext. 213, or krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
All candidates who would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation or to be Received into the Episcopal Church must complete the 5-week Anglican 101: A History of the Anglican Communion course that will be taught on Thursdays beginning October 17th from 4:00 to 5:00 PM in the Education Building through Thursday, November 21st. If you have any questions, please contact Father Ryan Jordan at rjordan@trinityvero.org.
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. Your call will be answered by the office staff. 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 and Thursday at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel. In addition, Trinity 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/Thursday Weekly Mass Schedule. Major Feast Days will be added to the announcement the week before and the mass will be held in the Chapel at noon.
Trinity’s 10:00 AM Mass is Live Streamed Every Sunday
Trinity’s 10:00 AM Mass is live streamed every Sunday on the website at www.TrinityVero.org, Facebook and on YouTube. The weekly Service bulletin is located on the page next to the live stream to aid in participation. In addition, Prayer Requests can be submitted, and safe and secure weekly contributions can be donated on the Live Stream page, as well. If you have any questions, please contact the office at 772-567-1146.
Trinity’s Sermons are Available Online and On Podcast
Trinity’s sermons are available online and on Podcast. The podcasts are easily accessible on our website: www.TrinityVero.org. If you missed the sermon or just want to listen to it again, go to our website and click on the “Sermons” tile.
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 Morning Opportunities for Youngsters during the 10:00 AM Mass
Sunday School & Childcare
Trinity has childcare in the Parish Hall for children ages 1 year old through kindergarten from 9:45 AM until the mass is over. Direction signs are located on the campus that lead to the rooms. In addition, ushers in the back of the church can direct you to where the rooms are located.
In addition, 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 younger 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.
Other opportunities during the 10:00 AM Mass.
If you prefer that your children be with you in church, Trinity offers activity packets and crayons which can be found on the Children’s Welcome Table as you enter the church. The packets pertain to the lesson for that day.
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. In addition, 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.
If you have any questions regarding Sunday School & Childcare, please contact Kathy Rodriguez, Director of Children’s Ministries, in the office at 772-567-1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
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.
Mike & Judi Wisniewski
are our hosts for this Sunday’s Coffee Hour, September 15th.
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. If you have any questions about the email, please contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office at 772.567.1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
Thank you for signing up to host Coffee Hour. Your fellow parishioners appreciate you so much!
Activities for Youngsters and Families During Coffee Hour
Trinity has engaging activities for children of all ages during Coffee Hour. In addition to the beautiful playground Trinity has outside the Parish Hall, there is a corner inside the Parish Hall that is dedicated to young children ages 3 and younger. This space is safely contained to help parents monitor their children while they are playing with toys and activities designed for children ages 3 and under. In addition, there is an area for older children ages 4 and over equipped with toys and games for youngsters ages 4 and older. A third area is dedicated to older children and families equipped with a Ping Pong table, Air Hockey table and an electronics station.
We look forward to seeing you at Coffee Hour! If you have any questions regarding the activities for youngsters during Coffee Hour, please contact please contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office at 772-567-1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
Boys and Girls Choir
Sundays (to be determined)
The Boys and Girls Choir will begin rehearsals for this school year coming soon. More information about the Boys and Girls Choir will be forthcoming; however, if you have any questions, 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 either 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.
Interested in Becoming a Member of Trinity?
Are you interested in becoming a member of Trinity Episcopal Church? Becoming a member is easy! Online membership forms are now available on Trinity’s website at www.TrinityVero.org. Click on the Contact tab and scroll down. If you prefer a paper copy of a membership form or you have other questions about becoming a member, please contact Kathy Rodriguez in the office at 772-567-1146 or through email at krodriguez@TrinityVero.org.
Ongoing
The Trinity Legacy Society consists of people who name Trinity Episcopal Church as a beneficiary in their final plans. Naming Trinity as a beneficiary is most commonly done as a bequest in a will; however, it can also be done in an IRA, retirement plan, through life insurance or other planned gifts. The method of giving and the amount of the gift are your choice.
If you are interested in learning more about Trinity’s Legacy Society and planned giving, call the office at 772-567-1146. Someone will contact you to give you more information on the Legacy Society and planned giving.
Home Addresses
Please note that the office will be using your Vero Beach mailing address for church mailings, unless notified otherwise. The office frequently has mail returned with messages stating, “Unable to forward, Return to sender” etc. If you would like the Church to use another address during different times of the year, please email Michelle Clevenger at mclevenger@trinityvero.org. Please let us know a start date and an end date for the other address.
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!
Church Office Hours
The Church office is open from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Mondays through Thursdays and on Fridays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
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