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Grace and peace to you all! Well, this is it. My final contribution to The Trinity Trumpet as your senior pastor! As I thought about what I would say to you, my mind started thinking about all the wonderful times we’ve had together over the last three years. These things I share won’t be in any particular order—just musings as they come to mind. Permit me to reminisce a bit. Allowing for my four vacations a year, I think I have preached about 150 different sermons since coming to Trinity. One of my first I still have people comment on—the one where I preached “Keep your fork…the best is yet to come!” Remember that one? I know that my preaching style and how I interpret Scripture has been different than most of your previous pastors, even from my colleagues Dale and Dean. But my goal has always been to preach the gospel in order to help you grow closer to God by being constantly molded and shaped into disciples for Christ. So forgive me for my slightly questionable comments, my corny illustrations and my attempts at humor. I’m no Billy Graham or Rick Warren, but I did my best. One of the things that has stood out to me in my 26 years of ministry has been that in each church we’ve served, there has always been one child or young person who has touched our hearts or have connected with in a special way. Trinity is no exception. Don’t get me wrong, I love ALL our children equally and was delighted when we recently restarted Sunday School downtown. But I have to confess, little Nicholas Dagen is a special little boy. Every Sunday morning he comes to church with his grandmother, Ann Marie Desjardins. He makes a bee-line for me and Pat to get a hug. Ann Marie has been so faithful, bringing him to “big church” and Sunday School and makes our Sunday mornings complete! Of course, there are all the special events at Trinity that have meant so much to us, like all the Lunch Bunch events at the JMB, the “Trunk or Treat,” the church picnics, the special dinners at the Retreat House, the outdoor services under the pavilion, the movie nights and firepit socials at the FLC. The list goes on and on. These have been wonderful opportunities to get to know you over these last three years that will help us remember you always. Finally, I just want to say that, as with the children, we have made lifelong friends at each church we’ve served. Many of you have been so gracious to invite us into your homes for dinner parties, birthday parties, baptismal, wedding and funeral receptions, as well as other social gatherings. We’ve even gotten to get to know some of you on the golf course and fishing trips, which you all know I love to do. We will treasure our memories of you and hope to see many of you around Salisbury from time to time. Yes, there have been a few bumps in the road and not everyone has embraced our ministry. But that’s ok! Not everyone embraced Jesus and His disciples either, so I figure I’m in pretty good company. In closing, let me simply say…THANK YOU! Thank you for your patience. Thank you for your faith-fulness to God and this church. Thank you for your forgiveness for my mistakes. Thank you for your gener-osity and being the family of God called Trinity. And thank you for providing me with an amazing staff. I said it when I first came here, and I say it now as I depart…I believe Trinity’s best days are still ahead of you! And yes, the best is yet to come! With faith, hope and love guiding you (the greatest of these being love of course), keep loving one another as Jesus commanded us to do and you will be just fine. I leave you with one of my favorite Scripture passages. Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” You will always have a special place in our hearts!! We love you all. And in the words of the late Bob Hope… “Thanks for the memories!” Grace and peace, Pastor Fred and Pat Duncan
PASTOR’S MESSAGE
June, July & August 2021
Trinity Trumpet
Trinity United Methodist
Church
Inside This Issue
Pastor’s Message 1
Membership News 3
Scholarship Recipients 3
Graduates 4
Ask the Rev 5
Missions 6
UMW 7- 8
Finance Report 9
Birthdays 10-12
Nurse’s Corner 13
Health Outreach 14
Thank Yous 15
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Celebration of
Reverend Fred and Pat Duncan’s
Ministry at Trinity
The Staff Parish Relations Committee invites you to attend Reverend Duncan’s last worship service at Trinity. Please plan to join us to
celebrate with Fred and Pat and to wish them well in their retirement.
Please RSVP to the church office if you plan to attend. (410-749-5562 or email to [email protected])
Wishing Fred many enjoyable days on the golf course!
WHEN: Sunday, June 13th 10:00 a.m.
(This will be a combined service. No services will be held at the downtown campus.)
WHERE: FLC Pavilion We have arranged for a large tent in the event of bad weather or extreme heat.
Bring a lawn chair. Masks and social distancing will be required. The service will also be broadcasted through your vehicle radio.
Reverend Duncan will be preaching.
There will be special music during the service.
Following the service, the Congregational Care Committee will host a bar-b-que with hot dogs, hamburgers and sides. Drinks and desserts will also be provided.
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YOUTH PROGRAM ON HOLD FOR SUMMER
As a yearly occurrence, our youth program gets put on hold till the Fall due to vacations, sports, family events, and many other summertime activities. Therefore, we are letting you know that there will be no scheduled events this summer. Additionally, we want to express our deepest gratitude to Daegan Lappin for stepping in since last November to help coordinate our youth pro-gram. Daegan has been faithful and led our youth in Bible study and other fun events out at the FLC. Please make a point to thank Daegan personally if you see him.
A/V TECH NEEDED FOR SUNDAY MORNING
Sadly, our AV Tech, Josh Holland, will be leaving us in the end of June to pursue full-time employment in his field. This means we once again need to seek someone to run our sound and video system each Sunday morning. This is a PAID position requiring three hours each Sun-day plus availability for funerals and weddings. Please call the church office for a complete job description. This job has also been posted on INDEED.COM. Phone 410-749-5562 or email a resume to us at [email protected]
SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
Our Trinity Scholarship Committee is excited to share
with everyone the names of our scholarship recipients for
2021! While the year has certainly brought many chang-
es for all of us, we are steadfast in our assurance that
these young people are prepared for the next stage in
their academic career. We are also to be comforted by the
understanding that they are truly leaders of our future,
each with a focus on their church foundation.
Our congratulations are shared with:
Dora Ashby
Emma Chandler
Benjamin Jordan
Noah Jordan
Noah Mason
Stephanie Mason
Lindsey Menzel
Natalie Tull
Daniel Warwick
Dylan Warwick
As we wish all that is good for these scholars, may we reflect on the words found in Psalm 32:8, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will coun-sel you with my loving eye on you.”
BAPTISMS
June 6, 2021
Bryce Christopher Bostwick
Son of Mark and Tracey Bostwick
Maternal Grandparents: Christopher and Linda Lloyd
Paternal Grandparents: James and Patricia Bostwick
Godparents: Kelly Lloyd, Angie Lloyd, Lindsay and
Joey Jones
Callie Michelle Jones
Brady Lloyd Jones
Daughter of Joseph and Lindsay Jones
Maternal Grandparents: Christopher and Linda Lloyd
Paternal Grandparents: Robert Jones, Sr. and Patricia Jones
Paternal Great-Grandparent: Polly Jones
Godparents: Angie Lloyd, Tracey Bostwick, Kelly Lloyd,
Robert Jones, Jr. and Daniel Jones
Membership News
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High School Graduates
Grace Acle James M. Bennett High School Parents: Fernando & Nicole Acle
Keeley Block Parkside High School Parents: Jayme & Megan Block Jacob Daniel Corry Parkside High School Parents: Adam & Erika Corry Emma Catherine Dunne The Salisbury School Parents: Michael & Stacy Dunne Margaret Harkins Parkside High School Parents: Jim & Sherri Harkins Ryan Charles Hedger James M. Bennett High School Parents: Matthew & Amy Hedger Benjamin Austin Jordan James M. Bennett High School Parents: John & Susan Jordan Kendall Laura King Home Schooled Parents: Barry & Laura King Josie Leigh Kostelac James M. Bennett High School Parents: Justin Kostelac & Jessica Kostelac Katelyn E. Menzel James M. Bennett High School Parents: John & Lori Menzel Lindsey N. Menzel James M. Bennett High School Parents: John & Lori Menzel Kailey Moyers Wicomico High School Parent: Nancy Moyers Tenley Pelot Parkside High School Parents: William & Kimberly Pelot Hannah Richardson Delmar High School Parents: Wesley & Susan Richardson
Tommy Rollins James M. Bennett High School Parents: Doug & Carole Rollins
Anthony Sarbanes Parkside High School Parents: Jimmy & Margo Sarbanes Caleb Thamert Parkside High School Parents: Jeff & Amy Thamert Kailey Thamert Parkside High School Parents: Jeff & Amy Thamert Natalie R. Tull Wicomico High School Parents: John & Beverly Tull
College Graduates
Alec Bryson Coastal Carolina University Parents: Kirby & Christine Bryson Tyler Reed Dunn Randolph Macon College Grandmother: Frances Reed Grace Godfrey Salisbury University Parent: Ed Godfrey Daniel Hearne University of Maryland Eastern Shore Parents: Steve & Kathleen Hearne Daegan Lappin Salisbury University Parents: Joe & Sia Lappin Sarah Marie Phippin Gannon University Parents: David & Audra Phippin Claire Elizabeth Rollins University of Maryland College Park Parents: Doug & Carole Rollins Christa Jade Shaner High Point University Parents: Patrick & Christine Shaner Abigail Stevens Salisbury University Parents: Jennifer Stevens Justin W. Tull Salisbury University Parents: John & Beverly Tull
2021 GRADUATES
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ASK THE REV
Q. I know that as Christians, we believe in the sacrifice of Jesus to atone for our sins and that the only route to salvation (heaven) is through our acceptance of Jesus as our Lord and Savior. What does this mean for other religious faiths who do not share the same belief (i.e. Muslims, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus)… is the assumption that the people of these faiths (who are not saved) go to hell?
Universalism is the idea that anyone who truly believes in some form of God, no matter what or who that God may be, will go to heaven. A variation of this view teaches that everyone, regardless of how they lived and what they believe, will eventually live in bliss forever. This is an idealist view that eases the minds of those who wish for a simplistic answer to life after death and who wish to ease their conscience for their deeds on earth. It is a tough question when we consider people who were raised in a different faith and perhaps have had little or no exposure to Christianity. Life and God himself is considered unfair if these people would be condemned to hell. While this is pleasant humanistic thought, it does not square with the truth of Scripture. The Bible is clear on several points that there is only one mediator between God and man, and that mediator is Christ Jesus ( 1 Tim. 2:5) and that without the shedding of blood, the blood that Christ shed for us, there is no remission or forgiveness of sin. (Hebrews 9:22) Since God is holy, He cannot be in the presence of sin and thus sinners will not spend eternal life in heaven with Him. But what about those who have never heard and are raised in a different culture and religious background? A tough question that I believe is answered in the life of Abraham. Abraham lived in a land that never heard of the true God. There were no churches or synagogues or places of worship. But there was some-thing in Abraham that caused him to leave his city and culture and search for the city whose builder and maker was God. (Hebrews 11:10) It is this blind faith that allowed Abraham to be the father of the nation of Israel and the line from which Christ our Savior descended. I truly believe that anyone who truly seeks God no matter where they are or what culture or religious background they were raised, will, like Abraham, find Him. Missionaries have been guided by the Holy Spirit to carry the message of the cross to those who earnestly seek the truth. This is the work of the Holy Spirit, a process that John Wesley called prevenient grace that is given to us even before we aware of all the truth laid down in Scripture. Yes there is only one way to God but it is available to all: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begot-ten son that whosoever believe in Him shall not parish but have eternal life. (John 3:16) The opinions expressed in this article are that of its author and do not necessarily represent the views of any other members or staff. Ask the Rev is a Trumpet newsletter feature where Rev. DeFino will answer your questions on the Bible, doctrine or religious beliefs and events. Send or call your questions into the church office and they will be answered in future issues. Have a question? Ask the Rev!!!
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As many of you are aware, all of our mission pro-grams have resumed some level of activity since COVID restrictions have been lifted. We are truly
blessed that our congregation’s generosity allows us to be able to offer financial support to so many local programs. More importantly, we have Trini-
ty volunteers working all over our community and region to provide hope and comfort to those in need. On behalf of the Missions Committee I would like
to thank each of you for your commitment to our programs.
Trinity Supports These Missions With Donations and
Volunteers:
God’s Kitchen
Lazarus Food Pantry
Kids Café
Men’s Welcome Center
Salisbury Urban Ministries
Joseph House Café
Community Emergency Shelter Project
(CESP)
Boundless Community Garden
Appalachia Service Project (ASP)
Habitat for Humanity
Hope and Life Outreach (HALO)
School Supply Ministry
Trinity Choices Academy Partnership (TCAP)
Health Outreach Point of Entry (HOPE)
Santa’s Angels
Operation We Care
Lifewater International
Resource Recovery Center
Salisbury Christian Shelter
“And the King will say to them: Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for the least of my brothers and sisters, you did for me.”
Matthew 25
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Santa’s Angels — will be holding another virtual fundraiser
on Facebook in July.
T-CAP — Thanks to all who donated gift cards on behalf of the TCAP committee’s efforts to support staff at Choices
Academy.
Lazarus Food Pantry — During the summer we will contin-
ue to collect non-perishable food items and personal hygiene items for the Lazarus Food Pantry at both the sanctuary and
the FLC.
Contact Maureen Williams: [email protected] if you would like to get involved.
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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
by Ginny Riffle, President
Summer is near and I hope and pray you all have a safe summer. I’m so hoping we can start gathering in our Circles in September. I want to thank all the UMW for either
leading or coming to the Mother’s Day Worship Services. I’m so proud of all of you and thankful we have Ruth Ann Savage to give a beautiful message.
Don't forget we’re hosting the:
Salisbury District UMW Spring Meeting Family Life Center Pavilion
Saturday, June 5, 2021 8:30-11:00 a.m.
Please come with your chair, mask and introduce yourself to other
United Methodist Women in our District. A Light breakfast will be served.
All women of the church are always welcome to come.
I’m including the poem Sylvia Robertson read at our Mother’s Day Worship Service. It sums up what we do in the UMW and I
love the poem. Enjoy and have a wonderful summer.
Love, Faith and Happiness always!
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Trinity United Methodist Women
At Trinity, some years ago, Our women formed a group, you know.
The date was 1926— And ladies had some project picks.
“Missionary” was in their name, And their support was for the same. But then they added “Aid” for more, Then helped the needy and the poor.
Next that name changed, and I confess,
They served as “WSCS.” Thirty years went on before
“United’s” part of name we wore. We’ve had great leaders on the way, And two went on, we’d like to say To each be preachers ‘till this day!
Our circles have their studies, too.
They study scripture, sharing views. The leaders meet and help us plan What we can do and what to pan. Twice yearly lunch is what we do:
With grace, devotions, programs, too. A meeting’s next, before we go
To say how best to spend our dough!
We’ve had some help from ASP.
They cooked our chicken for no fee! Then we could make the salad, so
With baked goods sales, it all would go.
A missionary came our way. We gave some help to her one day. She serves Australia in this year;
She shares the gospel they can hear.
We help at Deer’s Head in our way, As folks there note the month’s birthdays.
When little ones are baptized here, We give a Bible to each dear.
When Faith Filled Women come to town, We love their talks, the food, the sound. And monthly Faith Talks are great, too:
We hear what Christian ladies do.
Christmas is the time we fill The stockings for those needy, still.
Then we all gather for a lunch, And you will find a happy bunch!
We give from money that we raise To groups that help in many ways.
HOPE and HALO, Deer’s Head, too, And Urban Ministries we do. Our ASP helps others, too:
We give to them for what they do.
We gave a freezer to our church, And all were glad we filled the search. Of course, to Conference, District, too,
We give, as they have much to do.
The COVID gave a little pause. How could we give to every cause?
But members answered every prayer: They each gave cash to help out there.
Then leaders later had a plan
For funds to lend a helping hand. We ordered tumblers we could sell
For hot or cold, they functioned well. They’re very handy, as you know,
Please get yours now before they go! The profits go to fill a need
For shelter, rest, and those to feed.
We prayed that God would guide our way To plan this service, Mothers’ Day. And it’s our goal that we will say
The Christian message, if we may!
Now we look forward to next year, As there are plans we want to steer. Our ladies are so great you know: They back each other as we go.
When we are up or when we’re low, They lend a hand and help us so. The Holy Spirit leads each one,
We’re very glad for God’s great Son.
Written with love by Sylvia Robertson
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TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Finance Committee Report
Period Ending April 30, 2021
By Karen Albright
YTD PRIOR YEAR COMPARISON TOTALS :
• Income was $232,715 compared to $250,120 in 2020, a decrease of 7% or $17,405 less giving than the same period last
year.
• Expenses were $233,943 compared to $256,416 in 2020, a decrease of 9% or $22,473 less spent than the same period
last year.
• Net Income was ($1,228) compared to ($6,296) in 2020, a decrease in loss of $5,068 or an 80% improvement in Net Income over the same period last year.
2021 YTD BUDGET PERFORMANCE TOTALS:
• Income compared to the budget of $270,400 was unfavorable by ($37,685) or -14% less than estimated.
• Expenses compared to the budget of $272,164 were favorable by $38,220 or 14% less than estimated.
• Net Income compared to the budget of ($1,764) was favorable by $536 or 30% better than estimated.
TOTAL EXPENSE BY CATEGORY:
~ Personnel & Benefits $ 108,928 47%
~ Facilities 60,435 26%
~ District & Conf 34,224 15%
~ Office & Professional 15,118 6%
~ Missions & Programs 15,238 7%
$233,943
SUMMARY:
The improvement in Net Income compared to the same period in 2020 is due to a decrease in personnel and program
costs. To date, giving remains below the 2021 budget and less than the same period in 2020. However, the decrease in
expenditures has lessened the overall effect, so far.
Copies of the complete financials are available upon request by email to Karen Albright at [email protected]
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JUNE BIRTHDAYS
1 - Julie Ayd Frank DelGaudio III Tom DuPont Jamie Flaig Andrea Hudson Chris Mitchell Chris Shaffer Jennifer Trader Laurie Webb
2 - Robert Abel Anne Collins Zander Devies Darryl McJilton Sophia Peters Fred Ropko
3 - Kim Gordy Hulda Kreis John Long II T. J. Mumford III Gray Turner
4 - Sheila Darrah Debbie Harris Ellen Moran Allen Wootten
5 - David Barnes Sherie Debelius Chana Emge Tom Mertensotto Katie Parsons Michael Payne Blake Twilley Jennifer Underwood Dale Vroman Steve Windmuller
6 - Christopher Bozman Luke Emge Allie Guy Jackson Luppens Harper Mills Mildred Palmer Rick Smoak, Jr.
7 - Logan Barnes Debra Downing Denise Eberspeaker Casey Lynch Susan Richardson Penny Wilson
8 - Cale Ashcraft Stephen Ashcraft Sherri Harkins Tanner Leonard Liam Nelson Mary Nelson Micah Outten Macallan Trader Chuck Ulm Brian Wright
9 - Kevin Billard Michael Murray Jesse Saywell Gayle Whitelock
10 - David Downes Maysen King William Layfield Lucas Payne Leanna Pusey Donna Thompson Morgan White
11 - Anne Calloway Violet Jones Landry Parsons Catherine Shockley Linda Townsend
12 - Alivia Devies Brittany Grier Melissa Kiser Elizabeth Nelson Trevor Peters Sophia Senkbeil Kennedy Soper John Timmons Richie Wright II
13 - David Hooper, Jr. Kurt Kohler Jill McCabe (Mrs. Douglas) Tilghman Mills Peyton Pearce Bruce Rychener
14 - Michael Abercrombie Leisl Ashby Linda Brown Rebecca Edney Paige Greenwood Amanda Howard Christine Okerblom Karen Payne Kaye Thomas Tom Ward
15 - Kirby Ashcraft Katlinn Barnes Matthew Gilland Griffin Harmon Mike Ryan
16 - Jackie Adams Margo Hunt Graham Moore Barbara Nazelrod Jay Reading Scott Robertson Karen Smith
17 - Thomas Leonard Marcie McGrillies Rachel McGrillies Warren Pitsenbarger Woody Wilson, Jr.
18 - Danny Gregory, Jr. Kristi Jenkins Norman Webster Dan Williams Claire Wright
19 - Wayne Baker Jaqueline Leanne Irvine Brett Miles Brynne Moore
20 - Claire Blevins Cindy Collins Jamie Holland Gary Knight Sue Lankford Gavin Mann Bettie Nichols Tom Preller Michael Shockley
21 - Holly Agnew Terri Corbin Chad Lowe
22 - Joe Beach, Jr. Marisa Farrelly Katie Fox Chip Jenkins Susan Jordan Sydney Mills Lynne Smoak
23 - Ken MacFarlane Glen Parsons Brian Tregoe Marlene Waller Pam Wiseman
24 - Ellie Ennis Dora Larimore John O’Brien
25 - Barbara Culver Beatrix Dolle Caden Pavese Jordan Plymale Jane Seagraves Lindsay Wallingford Emily Wright
26 - Mark Blades Jacob Corry John Fleming Taylor Lawson Kim Miles David Reichenberg Mitzi Scott Charles Staiger Lois Wootten
27 - Sonnie Lucas Peter Whaley
28 - Natalie Booth June Burton Jacob Chandler Julia D’Angelo
29 - Jordan Adams Alyssa Massey Tim Pusey Pam Weeg
30 - Kathleen Hearne Dawn Hinman Hannah Johnson Michelle Mann Philip Mason Brooke Reese Alison Wootten
PLEASE NOTE: If your name does not appear on this list it does not mean that we do not have you as a Trinity member. It only means that we do not have your birth date. Please give the church office a call with any additions to, or corrections of this list.
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JULY BIRTHDAYS
1 - Hannah Ashcraft Lisa Boltz Lauren Crouse Hannah McCabe Jennifer Race Harriett Russell
2 - Teresa McCain Teri Nelson Coral Rychener Caleb Wilson
3 - John Culver Shirley Davis Robbin Gray Natalie Shaffer Frank Taylor
4 - Mimi Boulden Marissa Dickerson Colbey Hunt Mike Kelley
5 - Harrison Brennan George Fahner Krissy Gilbert Michelle Hillyer Courtney Wilkins
6 - Carole Adkins Andrew Dolle Robert Horsey III Sharon Kriegisch Amy Luppens Dan Peters David Price Alexa Sande Keith White
7 - Dylan Maine
8 - Tyler Barnes Linda Boltz Liam Charlton Gail Davis Melissa Waller
9 - Konley Brewer Casie Culver Adalyn Doyle Mason Shetler Keith Staton
10 - Chase Bostwick Jack Calloway Allison Ford Shelby Frost Julie Marvel Bruce Mooney Barrie Smiley
11 - Nicole Acle Cameron Barnes Joseph Bernstein Vickie Blades Allison Dickson Bill Fowler Bleecker Hawkins Joseph Ireland Cory Kohler Regina Lankford Carol Mears Kaylyn Propst
12 - Gary Brown Gwen Poore John Shores Charles Smith, Jr.
13 - Emily O’Brien Jay West
14 - Lucia Bozzelli Cassie Dempsey Hannah Hillyer Genevieve Payne Nancy Pusey Jeffery Thamert Jaclyn Zockoll
15 - Darlene Breeding Shelby Byrd Carolyn Chandler Natalie Dunn Mark LaVorgna Everett Morton Ruth Nichols Mark Shipley Monroe Trader Jim Wiese
16 - Robert Davis Morgan Helfrich Judi Mason David Roe Wynn Smith Kate Soper Clay Thompson
17 - Marcia Helms Brady Hunt Judy Lowe Tyler Mitchell Michael Nichols
18 - Harper Ferro Lauren Follebout Cindy Laws
19 - Karen Culver Joshua Henderson Russell Parsons Cheryl Plymale Zachary Savage
20 - Gorden Abercrombie Terry Dix Jennifer Dwiggins Isabelle Mahon Samantha McJilton George Mengason Joseph Scott Peggy Sheeran
21 - Dolly Burkett Kimberly Carey Evan Mellone Gavin Shipley Addie Tregoe Jeffery Webster
22 - Nathan Douse Riley Forrestal Emily Hooper Bev Horner Janice Morton
23 - Richard Carlson Loudell Insley Kaytlyn Senkbeil
24 - Emma Chandler Ethan Hall Tracy Horsey
25 - Melissa Bell Linda Lloyd Isaac Mah Victoria McIntyre Melody Whitelock
26 - Hannah Hooper George Murdoch Connor Smith
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28 - Jonah Corry Samuel Evans Edward Mahon Charley Meeks John Stuart
29 - Gabriel Alfano Jordan Davies Don Denayer Devon Fahner Gary Moore Christopher Okerblom Emil Paul Wendy Simpson Libby Truitt
30 - Logan Charlton Kennedy East
31 - Jack Kutchen, Jr. Jackson Phiefer Terry Sell Mike Williams
PLEASE NOTE: If your name does not appear on this list it does not mean that we do not have you as a Trinity member. It only means that we do not have your birth date. Please give the church office a call with any additions to, or corrections of this list.
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AUGUST BIRTHDAYS
1 - Brita Ayd Jay Bozman, Jr. Erika Corry Ed Glagola Vicki Gray Lee Larimore Brock Lawson Logan McIntyre Jimmy Sarbanes Luke Twilley Trent Warfield
2 - Debbie Benedict Tom Berry Finley Helfrich Jamie Hudson Susan Lloyd Natalie Tull
3 - Don Bilski Landon Cabell Abigain Custis David Duplechain Mimi Parks Justin Shipley Krista Warfield Olivia West
4 - Jack Bowne Warren Boyce Georgia Cooper Ryan Dunn Devin Dunsten Suzanne Harkins Brady Leonard Ryder Nelson
5 - Clark Blackburn John Rivello Hunter Shaner
6 - Suzy Benedict William Custis Donna Malone Scott Malone Howard Phoebus Connie Taylor
7 - Keeley Block Brett Darrah Zachary King Ella Meadows Tami Ryan Wendy Ryan Ashley Wood
8 - Judith Clark Corrie Culver Ashton Evans Christopher Howard Ron Laws Aaron Waller
9 - Todd Grier, Jr. Josephine McJilton Colton Payne Dana Ryan Julien Scott IV Gwyn Terrell Zachary Titus
10 - Barbara Baker Joni Boyce-Butler Jack Brixner Evan Kiser Anthony Mellone, Jr. Aiden Pusey Stephen Roser Andrew Thorsten
11 - Nancy Johnson Bailey Moses Tonya Price Josh Shaffer
12 - Joseph Fahner Jessica Fox Frank Harrrison Bradley Henderson Sue Posey Calvin Robinson
13 - Chad Brown John Custis Jeffery Duplechain William Hannemann David Huddleston Matt Lankford Barry Tull
14 - Gigi Anderson Nancy Horner McKayla Mahon Jill McCabe (Mrs. Hap) Bill Mengason Connie Strott
15 - Lisa Barnes Luke Clatterback Ashlyn Ennis Jenny Roser Julie Stout
16 - John Calloway, Jr. Joey Choquette Tyler Dunn Ian Hinman Elliott Meeks Emily Ritchey Ruth Ann Savage Mace Smith
17 - Jane Ashcraft Gary Chandler Jackson Doyle Madison Dunn Katherine Giles Walker Harman Hillary Hogg Estella Luppens Scott Mahon Will Quigley Richard Snyder Cohen Weeg Phillip Wood
18 - Maude Ahtes Bill Draucker Matthew Menzel Karen Rouse John Routenberg Laura Smith Hunter Wright
19 - Larry Albright Christine Bryson Leigha Early Leonard Evans Kathy Hensley Peter Lischick Alex Mah Angie Mills Colleen Mooney Nancy Schofield
20 - Joel Davies Tom Hehman Laurie Jones Cindi Martin Sam Shannahan Pat Stein
21 - Ryan Boyce Robert Bullock Helen Burns Ron Gilland Don Horner Donna Knopf Greg Peacock Martha Usilton Blake Washington
22 - Ryan Hedger Joe Hetherington Anna Kirchner Robbie Shaw III Suzanne Wilson
23 - Heather Hammond
24 - Karalynn Fykes Marie Graef Patty Green
Ava Sammons Lindsay Smith
25 - Laura Benedict Scott Booth Ross Hammer Don Henderson Matthew Jones Paul Lewis, Jr. Jason Loar Carly Veditz
26 - Josh Downes Will Harmon
27 - Sonya Prado
28 - Kasey Ashcraft Kelsey Carey Emma Douse Mark Edney Lindsay Hall Shelly Hall Amanda Harris Dan Jackson Doug McCabe Joshua Price Susan Smith
29 - Rebecca Boyce Sarah Forrestal Hugh Jackson Ronald Nelson Sky Smith
30 - Maddox Ferro Robert Hudson Dwight King Doug Ward Cody Wheatley
31 - Matthew Cooper Frederick Duncan Ed Ford Lorraine Ford Ryan Mann Lita Pascarella
PLEASE NOTE: If your name does not appear on this list it does not mean that we do not have you as a Trinity member. It only means that we do not have your birth date. Please give the church office a call with any additions to, or corrections of this list.
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By Carolyn Lewis, RN
Summer is rapidly approaching and I know we are all looking forward to getting outside more and being able to shed the mask and still keep our social distance. The winter was long although not extremely cold, but with a lot of our citizens getting the Covid vaccine it is letting us have more freedom than we have had in the last 12 months. We still need to be cautious about the normal health issues related to the summer months. I have listed just a few of these things for you to be diligent about these next few months.
How to Stay Healthy at Home During Summer
While some Community Quarantine requirements may still be ongoing, the risk of encountering these summer health issues is not completely gone. Here are some precautions to take to minimize this risk as much as possible: Drink more water- To aid the body in its cooling process, staying hydrated is essential. Aside from drinking more water, it is advisable to opt for drinks with electrolytes when exercising or doing strenuous activities in the heat. Eating food with high water content such as fruits and vegetables can also help with hydration. Keep food clean and healthy- Eating a well-balanced diet is important to keep the body’s immune system in peak condition. Aside from avoiding salty and processed food, ensure that wet ingredients and perishable goods are stored properly to prevent spoilage. Throw out leftovers that have been sitting in the open for more than two hours. Regular exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. As much as possible, try to limit any exercise or physical activity to indoors or under adequate shade. Make sure to schedule workouts during cooler hours—either earlier in the day or towards nighttime—to avoid the worst of the summer heat. Wear light clothing - It is crucial to keep the body cool and well-ventilated to prevent heat from building up. Light-colored, loose-fitting garments help air circulate better and reflect heat rather than absorb it. Clothes made of breathable materials like cotton are preferable over synthetic fabrics, which can weigh the body down and create unnecessary warmth. Practice good hygiene- One of the best ways to manage body temperature is by taking a cold shower, especially after coming from outside. Not only is the body cooled, but the risk of possible exposure to bacteria and other contaminants is also mitigated. Meanwhile, regular and frequent hand washing and disinfection of eating and cooking utensils, including spaces, can prevent food contamination. Protect against UV rays- Ultraviolet rays of the sun can cause harmful effects on the body. Stay out of the sun as much as possible, and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 when going out. Additionally, wear clothes to cover the skin, and consider using a light, wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to protect the head and eyes from exposure to the sun.
Stay indoors- While going outside may seem like a good idea once the quarantine is lifted, minimizing exposure to the outdoors can make all the difference in staying safe during the dry months. Make sure to plan necessary trips during cooler hours and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. Consider patronizing indoor-friendly alternatives to running errands outside. Stay Healthy and Beat the Heat As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Knowing what risks to avoid—namely, the effects of exposure to sunlight and excessive heat—makes all the difference in planning both leisure and essential activities during the summer months. I hope you have a safe and healthy summer and that you get to enjoy a vacation with family and friends. Until we meet again, God Bless you and your family.
Summer Recipe
Corn Fritters 2 cups of corn (fresh off the cob) About ¾ cup of flour (regular) 1 tsp of baking powder 1 tsp. salt ¼ cup of sugar 3 eggs separated ½ cup of milk 1.) Separate eggs and beat the yolks until frothy and then stir in flour, baking powder, Salt and milk. Mix thoroughly and stir in corn 2.) Beat egg whites until stiff and then gently fold into corn mixture. 3.) Using about ½ cup of vegetable oil, drop by tablespoons into hot oil, turn once and then drain on paper towels. Keep warm in the oven until ready to serve. *Some people like to just put butter on them while others prefer to drizzle with maple syrup. I often make theses when I have cooked corn on the cob and have it left over, then I cut the corn off and make fritters. P.S. you can also use self- rising flour and thus you can eliminate the baking powder and salt.
USHERS AND GREETERS We are still looking for volunteers to greet and usher at all
of our services. Please contact the church office at 410-749-5562 and let us know if you can help and what
services you would be willing to help with. Thank you so much.
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“FOOD SAFETY TIPS FOR A SAFE AND HEALTHY SUMMER”
Health Outreach Ministry Dr. Dot Baker
Here’s your annual food safety message about food prep, cooking, and eating.
Please COOK & EAT Safely This Summer WASH Hands, Utensils, and Food Preparation Surfaces - Food safety begins with hand-washing even in outdoor settings. Use a water jug, soap, and paper towels. Use moist disposable towelettes to clean your hands. Keep all utensils and platters clean when preparing food. See info and videos @ https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/index.html
PREPARE Fruits and Vegetables - Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables - (including those with skins and rinds that are not eaten) under running tap water before packing them. Packaged fruits and vegetables labeled "ready-to-eat," "washed," or "triple washed" need not be washed. Rub firm-skin fruits and vegetables under running tap water or scrub with a clean vegetable brush as you rinse.
GRILL SAFELY - Marinate foods in the refrigerator, not on the counter or outdoors. If some of the marinade is to be used as a sauce on the cooked food, reserve a portion separately before adding the raw meat, poultry, or seafood. Don't reuse marinade. Don't use the “same” platter and utensils that previously held raw meat or seafood to serve cooked meats and seafood. If you partially cook food in the microwave, oven, or stove to reduce grilling time, do so immediately before the food goes on the hot grill.
When it's time to cook the food, cook it thoroughly. Use a food thermometer to be sure the food has reached an adequate internal temperature before serving. Beef, veal, and lamb steaks and roasts--145°F for medium rare, 160°F for medium, and 170°F for well done. Ground pork and ground beef--160°F. Ground poultry--165°F. Poultry breasts--170°F. Whole poultry (take measurement in the thigh)--180°F. Fin fish--145°F or until the flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork. Shrimp, lobster, and crabs--the meat should be pearly and opaque. Clams, oysters, and mussels--until the shells are open. Grilled food can be kept hot until served by moving it to the side of the grill rack, just away from the coals where it can overcook.
SERVE Food Safely - Keep cold foods COLD and hot foods HOT. Do not use a plate that previously held raw meat, poultry, or seafood for ANYTHING else unless the plate has first been washed in hot, soapy water. Hot food should be kept hot, at or above 140 °F. Wrap well and place in an insulated container.
Foods like chicken salad and desserts in individual serving dishes can also be placed directly on ice or in a shal-low container set in a deep pan filled with ice. Drain off water as ice melts and replace ice frequently. Don't let perishable food sit out.
MAKE Ice cream - Every year homemade ice cream made with raw eggs causes several outbreaks of Salmo-nella infection. Instead of raw eggs, substitute a pasteurized egg product, egg substitute, or pasteurized shell eggs to decrease this risk. You can also use a cooked egg base or prepare it without eggs. Even when using pasteurized products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture advise consumers to start with a cooked base for increased safety, especially if serving people at high risk. Finally, ensure that the dairy ingredients such as milk and cream in homemade ice cream are pasteurized.
TRANSPORT Food - Keep COLD food COLD. Place cold food in a cooler with ice or frozen gel packs. Cold food should be held at or below 40°F. Consider packing beverages in one cooler and perishable foods in anoth-er. Meat, poultry, and seafood may be packed while it is still frozen so that it stays colder longer. Be sure to keep raw meat, poultry, and seafood securely wrapped so their juices do not contaminate cooked foods or raw foods such as fruits and vegetables. After washing fruits and vegetables, dry them with a clean cloth towel or paper towel before packing them. Keep the cooler in your air-conditioned car, rather than in a hot trunk. Limit the times the cooler is opened. DISCARD all perishable foods if there is no ice in the cooler or if the gel packs have thawed. If you have questions, please contact the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition's (CFSAN) Outreach and Information Center at 1-888- 723-3366. Sources: CDC, Food & Drug Administration - CFSAN
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Thank You Notes
Dear Trinity UMC, I am writing to thank you for your continued support of the Support our Troops Troopons Program. The immense amount of time and effort you continue to put toward this enduring program is greatly appreciated! We are delighted to include your coupons in the many boxes we send to commissionaires overseas that bene-fit from your generosity. These coupons reach count-less hands of grateful military members, families, and children who express how exponentially helpful it is receiving coupons from citizens like you. “Thank you for your continued support by mailing coupons. Our service members and families appreciate your support.” - Japan “I can’t believe how much we can save by using these coupons! Thank you for your dedication and support for me and my children.” - Germany We look forward to your continued support! Thank you again. Sincerely, Support our Troops Heather, Support Our Troops Team
Dear Scholarship Committee, I am honored to have been selected as a recipient of Trinity’s scholarship. Thank you for your generosity. This scholarship will allow me to continue my career in Media Communications. Thank you, Stephanie Mason
The Lawson family would like to thank the Trinity congregation for the overwhelming support provided to us at the time of my mother's passing (Lucille Lawson). We were blessed to have mom for 90 years, and we were also blessed to be a part of such a caring congregation and staff that always reaches out in the time of need.
May God continue to bless you all.
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