Trinity Family News

Lots to read about this week – please scroll and enjoy.  We are glad you are part of the family!

New Pastor Call

The Call Committee for our new Campus Family and Youth Pastor is seeking your input.

Please click the link and take a quick survey – it’s extremely important that everyone participate – Church & School Families!  Thanks!

http://www.customercontactinc.net/survey/trin/trinlogn.htm

First Communion and New Members

This week during 11am Worship we welcome Confirmands who will their First Communion:

Nathan Arnold

Jordan Benninghove

Michael Burns

Leda Dawit

Isabella Gouveia

Grace Poole

Isaac Stockton Reeves

Taylor Reid

Tiana Witherspoon

Mackendric Zavitz

Please keep these youth, and all Trinity confirmands, in your prayers as they continue with their confirmation instruction this year.

We also welcome New Trinity Members:

Drew Brown

Nick Colter

Andrea Gabriel

Len Gabriel

Bob & Audrey Gordon

Jeremy Head

Melissa Linares

Maria Quesada

Tim Vanderhoof

Kathy Wise

Please be sure to extend a warm welcome to our new members!

Gary O’Rourke Retires

Thirty-five years ago a young man took a custodial job at his old grade school, little dreaming that one day he would retire from that same place!  On October 30 Gary O’Rourke will retire as the longest-serving staff member of Trinity ever (passing up even people like Pastor Kunze, 30 years, and Jean Prochnow, our Kindergarten teacher for 33 years).  We’ll be celebrating Gary’s 35 years of service with a reception and a gift on November 3 in the gym,  following the 11am worship service.  If Gary’s ministry here has touched your life, you’re invited to participate in the gift by making a contribution.  You can either put something in the offering plate marked “Gary’s Retirement” or bring your gift to the church/school office.  Please contribute by Sunday, October 27 so that we can make the purchase.

Clayton W. McCoy, Jr.

Clayton (Clay) William McCoy, Jr., 75, of Winter Park, FL, passed away October 4, 2013 in Orlando, FL.  Clay and his wife of 50 years, Lynne,  were members of Trinity for 46 years.  Both their children, Lisa and Patrick, were baptized at Trinity and daughter Lisa was confirmed and married at Trinity.  Clay was an active member of the church for many years.    He had a long and successful career as a University of Florida Professor and Researcher in Entomological Biological Control at IFAS Citrus Research & Education Center in Lake Alfred, FL.   He retired from this position in 2005 after a 33-year career. Clay’s research and teaching took him to all corners of the globe, whether to present at scientific conferences or to provide consultation to citrus growers and government institutions. However, he felt the most gratifying aspect of his career was his interaction with his colleagues, graduate students and staff.  In his retirement, he co-authored Pathogens Infecting Insects & Mites of Citrus with colleagues, and enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and friends. Clay is survived by his wife  Lynne, of Winter Park, FL; his daughter Lisa McCoy (Brian Buchner) of Oviedo, FL; his son Patrick, of Minneapolis, MN; his niece Julie McCoy Elmer (Steve) of Fairfax, MN; and nephews Todd McCoy and Scott McCoy of Minneapolis, MN. He was preceded in death by his younger brother, Donn R. McCoy.

His funeral will be held in his hometown of Fairfax, MN on October 28, 2013.

There will be a local memorial service at 2 p.m.  on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Mead Botanical Garden (1300 S. Denning Dr., Winter Park – behind St. John’s Lutheran on 17-92) in Winter Park conducted by former Trinity Pastor Milan Weerts.  Following the service there will be a reception at the Winter Park Garden Club clubhouse that is located at Mead Garden.

        In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Parkinson Disease Foundation www.pdf.org.  For additional information, please contact Lisa McCoy at lkmccoy@cfl.rr.com or 407-963-8970.

Sunday School sings Nov. 10th !!

Children’s Christmas Eve service at 3:00 p.m. on Dec. 24.

Rehearsals have begun in Cherub Choir and Sunday School for the Children’s Christmas Eve service at 3:00 p.m. on Dec. 24.  All children 4 years old and up are invited to be in this service.  Please RSVP to lmoore@trinitydowntown.org to register your child for this program.

Rehearsals for songs begin now on Sunday mornings during Sunday School openings and on Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:00.  Children can be picked up from and returned to extended care if you let me and the teacher know.  Rehearsals with speaking and acting parts will be Wed., Dec 4, 11, and 18 from 4 – 4:45.  Dress rehearsal TBA.

Christmas Caroling Party!

Sunday, Dec 8, all 6 – 8th grade confirmands and families, Congregation members, choir members, Sunday School families – don your holiday garb and join us at Cypress Grove Park at 3:00 to carol with handchimes for the Friends of Cypress Grove Christmas Event. (Bob Meyer’s neighborhood!)  Come at 2:00 to hear the fabulous Orlando Brass Band in concert!!  Youth group Christmas ornament exchange, cookies and punch, will follow the caroling there at the Park under the gazebo.

The Welcome Mat is Out!  Redeeming Life Maternity Home Opening

The Redeeming Life Maternity Home has completed remodeling a duplex into a beautiful and functional 5 bedroom home.  It’s time to gather together to celebrate God’s abundant blessings at the OPEN HOUSE, Saturday, November 9th.  Doors open at 2:00 p.m. and the program begins at 2:30.  Parking available at The Redeemer Lutheran Church (directly across the street), 2525 South Oak Ave., Sanford Florida.  This home is a gift to Central Florida with the hope for full support from all Lutheran and other Christian churches here.  Trinity has been part of the planning and steering committee and strongly endorses group and individual sponsorship and promotion of this much needed ministry.  Contact Deaconess Liz with questions and thoughts: 407-488-1919 X 127 or eborth@trinitydowntown.org

Trinity Shares Christmas

We have received the names of Angel Tree children from 16 families, and the Trinity Shares Christmas tree will be up in the narthex throughout November – we’re hoping to see the angel ornaments disappear as quickly as they did last year!  The caregivers who have been contacted are very appreciative; some shared that they were struggling to meet expenses and would not be able to buy Christmas presents this year.  One lady tearfully asked, “Will I be able to meet the people who are doing this so I can say thank you?”

The tree has ornaments for presents, gift cards, food items, wrapping paper, and money donations – something for everyone!  If you are able to help with this program, please take one or more ornaments, write your name and the ornament code number on the notepad next to the tree, and return the requested item (unwrapped, with the ornament) to the narthex no later than Sunday, November 24.  Please do not peel the backing off the ornament – it is used only for sorting gifts.

Thank you to Deaconess Liz and to those who have volunteered with help and supplies – Janine Delehunt, Cindy Fabry, Sheila Mathews, Joyce Phillips, Maria Reyes-Ku, Darlene Sabin, Linda Short, Cathy Simmons, Lisa Warren, and Kathy Wise.

If you have any questions about Trinity Shares Christmas, or if you would like to help with deliveries in December, please contact Glenda Frazier at whitemice@bellsouth.net.

Boy Scout Troop Wreath Sale

Boy Scout Troop 48 is having its annual Christmas Wreath sale to support the Troop’s yearlong camping and troop activities. We offer local delivery and a mail away service (add $5 for shipping). Delivery will be between Nov.25 – Nov. 29th.The deadline for ordering is October 28, 2013.  Please make checks payable to PLPC – Troop 48. If you would like to place and order, contact Laurie Bobletz @ 407-896-3126, or e-mail your order to LJBobletz@gmail.com.

Florida Gator Football Tickets

Trinity’s Middle and High School Youth Groups are selling tickets to three upcoming Gator Football games at the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL to raise money to attend their Florida District Youth Gatherings.

Tickets are $35 each (these seats usually sell for $50) and all of the money raised will help our Youth Gathering Participants.

Vanderbilt Commodores at Florida Gators

Saturday, November 09, 2013 TBA

Georgia Southern Eagles at Florida Gators

Saturday, November 23, 2013 3:30pm

Join us in the Swamp on Saturday, November 9 as the Gators take on the Vanderbilt Commodores! Trinity will be meeting for a tailgate in Gainesville.  Details will be available once the kick-off time is announced.

If you would like to purchase tickets, please place your order with a Trinity Youth Group Member, or contact Lori Zavitz at 407-718-6184 or lorizavitz@hotmail.com for more information.  Spread the news to family and friends…Please support our youth and come out to a game!

TLS Family

A New Member of Maintenance Staff

Please join me in welcoming John Wilkeson to the Trinity staff.  John has joined our Maintenance team and started this week.

John comes to us with several years of facility maintenance experience.  He worked for nearly 10 years at Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts where he was responsible for general maintenance and housekeeping.  John has also worked for commercial electrical contractors and is a Certified Home Inspector.  He comes with a well rounded set of skills and experience that I feel will greatly benefit Trinity and complement our Maintenance department.

John is married and has a 21 month year old daughter and is excited to be part of our team.

He will have some very big shoes to fill, so please be sure to say hello and extend a warm welcome to John when you see him around campus!

Carlos Limontes, General Manager  climontes@trinitydowntown.org

Festival of the Trees

The annual Orlando Art Museum Festival of Trees  display begins Saturday November 16.  Trinity’s design will feature Chrismons.  When the Chrismons arrive they are plain and unadorned.  You are invited to help snazz them up!  Glitter, ribbon, pearls, beads, and all that sparkles must be glued on to each of 24 Chrismon ornaments.  Decorating party scheduled for Tuesday October 29 in Fellowship Hall 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or Thursday October 31 noon to 2 p.m. in Magnolia Conference Room..  As an alternate, you may pick up a pre-packaged decorating kit after 2:00 p.m. on October 31 to decorate at home.  The take home kits must be completed and returned by 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 8. If your child is in need of community service hours, this is a good activity!  Contact Deaconess Liz ASAP to join the party: 407-488-1919 x127 or eborth@trinitydowntown.com

Piano Lessons available on Tuesday afternoons, for 5 year old and up, $20 half hour, weekly lesson. Please contact lmoore@trinitydowntown.org if you are interested.

Race for Education

The donations have been coming in! The goal again this year is to raise $25,000 and all funds support the school program.  As of this week we have raised the $25,000!  We hope you can come out and cheer on our runners on Friday, October 25th.  If you are able to volunteer during the races we are in need of help with our water tables, hole punches and cheerleaders and more.  You can contact Colette Reid at reidmom08@gmail.com  Thank you for your support!

Touch a Truck Committee Meetings

Touch a Truck is coming soon on November 23rd!  That is only 6 weeks away!  The planning committee is hard at work to make this year’s event the best ever.  Weekly meetings are held each Tuesday evening starting at 6:00pm in the school courtyard and will go each week until the event (free babysitting is available).  We need a lot of volunteers!  Sign-up sheets are in the front office for all of the different volunteer positions open..  If you have any questions please contact please contact Diane Perez at dmperez13@gmail.com.

2014 Chick Fil A Calendars on Sale Now

2014 Chick-fil-A Calendars are on sale now in the front office! Calendars cost $6 and have over $30 worth of free items! Just activate the card that is on the calendar, put it in your wallet and you’ll have it with you each time you need it. Each month you can get one free “item of the month”. $3 of each calendar sold goes right back to Trinity. These make great gifts for the holidays, buy now before we run out!

1st Grade Teacher Needed

Trinity Lutheran School is interviewing for a first grade teacher.  The position is full time and involves instructing a full classroom in all core subject areas, religion, and art. Great organization and communication skills are needed. First grade experience preferred but primary grade experience is required. Applicants must have their Florida teaching certification and be willing to work in a faith based environment. Interested and qualified applicants may contact the school office at 407-488-1919 x104 or submit their resume to Melissa Bergholt at mabergholt@trinitydowntown.org.

October Chapel Offering

For the Month of October, we will be collecting various items for our military. Many of these things will simply be fun things for wounded soldiers and military people who are far away from home. To show our appreciation for them we are asking students to bring various items each week to chapel. We will give them a little handout with a specific item, so they know what to bring.

Then, in November for Veteran’s Day, we will be donating our collection to OPERATION GRATITUDE who will ship them to the military wherever they might be.

The Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough Fundraiser is underway!  Information packets and order forms were sent home Monday.  Cookie Dough makes great holiday gifts for friends and co-workers or an easy and delicious treat for your family.   If a student sells 10 or more tubs, he/she will receive one free tub of Chocolate Chip cookie dough free!  Order forms are due November 4th and delivery will take place at the end of November.  Please consider supporting the Music Department by participating in the sale!!

“Operation Gratitude” Remembers Soldiers this Halloween Season

·          Did you buy too much candy and have some leftover?

·           Did your children bring home too many sweet treats?

·           Are you willing to donate candy for a wonderful cause?

This year our school is supporting Operation Gratitude in an effort to save lives, lift morale and put smiles on the faces of American Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines.

Operation Gratitude assembles and ships 100,000+ Care Packages each year to deployed troops and Wounded Warriors. These packages contain a variety of items we often take for granted, including candy.

Please send in any pieces or bags of candy that you’re willing to donate!  We ask that all candy be sent in either a baggie or another type of plastic bag.  There is a collection box set up in the front office.

Sometimes a sweet piece of home can go a long way.  Every little bit helps!  Thank you for supporting our U.S. Service Members!

OR

Some dentists are paying $1.00 per pound for your candy and then sending it to the military personnel overseas through the Operation Gratitude program.  Our school offering for the month of October is to support this program.  Wow!  Share your candy, prevent cavities, and get paid!  Call your dentist and see if he or she is participating.

Nutcracker Tickets

The Central Florida Ballet Company is performing the Nutcracker at the Orange County Convention Center on Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 7:30pm and Sunday, December 22, 2013 @ 2:00pm.  Call 407.849.9948 to purchase tickets.  If you mention you are with Trinity, you should be able to receive a 50% discount.

TLS Extra Curricular Activities

Beginning in January, all extra curricular activities (Soccer, Shots, Computer Tutor, Impact Dance, Drum Class and the Watch Me Sculpt class) will handle all of their own registration and payments. Parents will no longer pay through VANCO. Some vendors may still have registration forms that can be filled out and turned in to the office and some may do it all online. Please be sure to read the registration forms carefully. If you have any questions, please email Keri Packman at kpackman@trinitydowntown.com.

Bible Study for TLS Parents

Looking for a place to get into His Word?  Trinity is starting up a new home bible study group focused for the school families.  We have not determined a day of the week, a time, frequency, or even where at this point in time.  The first step is to gather names of people that are interested in getting involved and studying His Word.  Interested?  Contact Eric Havens at 1-321-368-6336 or email at eric-havens@comcast.net and provide me your name(s).  Prayerfully consider this opportunity and let Eric know you are interested.

Moms In Prayer

Please consider signing up for a daily short email blast from Moms in Prayer International. You will receive Scripture prayers to pray for your own children, for our school children, and for our staff.  Go to www.momsinprayer.org.  Click on Prayer Connection Box.  At the bottom of the list click on “Sign Up for Daily Scripture Prayers”.  Register and you’re done!  If we can’t physically meet on campus to pray together, we can pray in our own time and place together for our children and our school!

 

 

Trinity Athletics

Basketball Season

The first open gym for the upcoming basketball season was Thursday, October 24th from 3:30-5:30pm.  All season’s practices will be on Mondays and Fridays beginning November 4th from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for both girls and boys.  No practices on Friday, November 8th.

Reminder:  Your child must have a current physical on file to play sports – even for practices.  If you are unsure if your child’s physical is expired, please contact the front office.

Contact Information

Main Number 407-488-1919

x0 for reception

x8 for a list of extensions

Pastoral Staff

    Senior Pastor:  Rev. Dr. Jeff Moore

jmoore@trinitydowntown.org

Urban Missionary:  Billy Brath

bbrath@trinitydowntown.org

Deaconess:  Deaconess Liz Borth

eborth@trinitydowntown.org

Ministry/Administrative Staff

School: K-8 Principal:  Melissa Bergholt

mabergholt@trinitydowntown.org

School: CDC Director: Patty Moser

pmoser@trinitydowntown.org

General Manager:  Carlos Limontes

climontes@trinitydowntown.org

Manager-Finance:  Gale Deason

gdeason@trinitydowntown.org

Manager-Food Services:  Rich Poole

rpoole@trinitydowntown.org

Minister of Music:  Lisa Moore

lmoore@trinitydowntown.org

Ministry Associate: Chanda Gillenwater

tlc@trinitydowntown.org

 

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