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For descriptions of each Ministry: Either click on the links below or just scroll down the page.Church School Ministry
Ann Bamford, Vestry Liaison
churchschool@trinitysolebury.orgReligious Education and Spiritual Formation is very important to our community at Trinity. The Church School teachers share with children the biblical story of our faith and guide them toward an understanding of God's love and presence in their young lives.
Please go to our Church School Page for more detailed information on:
Nursery care
Early Communion
Youth Confirmation
Church School Advisory Board
Church School Teachers List (with class leaders noted; in case you wish to
speak with the leader of your child's class)
Communications Ministry
Fred Koberna, Vestry Liaison
communications@trinitysolebury.org"The Communications Ministry has been blessed with the tasks of capturing and preserving our past, helping us to understand where we are now while assisting in the creation and sharing of Trinity's vision for the future.As a new ministry, we are inviting people to share in its creation."
Vision
• The Communications Ministry serves to build, strengthen, promote, and preserve the Trinity brand.
• This Ministry's function as "Brand Central" is to ensure that every component from each ministry maintains a cohesive message visually and verbally that is reflective of the brand's essence.
• The value of viewing the various ministries and their objectives from a different perspective makes the Communications Ministry a key component in the strategic development process.
• Paramount to the development of a successful strategy is the fact that members of the Communications team are not influenced by the internal workings of another ministry during the creative process.
• The Communications Ministry will always be mindful that we are doing God's work and seek to be guided by His will.
John 4:34: Jesus said to them, "My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me, and to finish His work."
Tidings Newsletter
Trinity Tidings is a monthly newsletter sometimes referred to as "The Tidings." It is an important means of communication within the parish, providing information on events and activities. It contains a calendar of events, additions to the Parish Register, and news articles about members both old and new. News articles are generated from the staff, Vestry, and the parish at large. Please go to the Tidings and Publications section of the website to view/download the pdf. versions of current and past Trinity Tidings
Directory- New Directories are due to come out March 2008.
Website: www.trinitysolebury.org. A new updated version was launched on March 19, 2006 with more features and indepth pages expressing some of the many ministries here at Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury.
The communications committee focus is really all advertising needs for the staff or lay ministry leaders. We hope that this ministry will support the entire church in communicating our mission to each other but, more importantly to the outside world as we seek to bring Christ's vision to the wider community. Bring any questions regarding such matters to any one of the communications committee and they can help each ministry create press releases, posters, postcards, bulletin inserts, e-blasts or flyers for any event that the individual ministries require.
Finance Ministry
Christopher White, Vestry Liaison
finance@trinitysolebury.orgDouglas McArthur, Treasurer
treasurer@trinitysolebury.orgThe Finance Ministry provides the Vestry with guidance and advice in the faithful stewardship of Trinity's financial resources, always seeking to ensure that thoughtful financial planning is a integral part of the parish's overall mission. The Finance Ministry meets on the second Monday of each month in the Church Office conference room at 7:30 p.m.
Counter's Team under the direction of the Treasurer the Sunday's collection plate is counted and recorded by teams of counters.
Parish Life Ministry
Renee Leister, Vestry Liaison
specialevents@trinitysolebury.orgParish Life Ministry centers its efforts on welcoming new members and helping existing members find their own personal ministries at Trinity Church.
Coffee Hour is a vital fellowship ministry that requires the participation of many. It provides an opportunity to get to know one another and to offer a warm welcome to all who join us on Sunday morning. On the website you will find your assigned Sunday to provide treats for coffee hour. If there is a conflict for that day and you can not serve First: find a substitute; Second: notify the Church Office with the name of your sub. Everyone's participation is greatly appreciated.
Hospitality assists the parish with provisions for celebrations and gatherings. Coffee Hour and hostesses are also arranged by this committee.
Men's Breakfast provides an opportunity for the men of the parish to get to know one another in an atmosphere of Christian fellowship. The hip programs. All interested new or existing are asked to sign up by calling the Church Office at 215-297-5135.
breakfasts are on the first Saturday of each month at 8:00 a.m. in McArthur Hall. For more information, please call Warren Wilbur.
Welcome Committee locate and greet newcomers on Sunday mornings and give them a warm welcome to Trinity. They provide visitors with information and invite them to the Trinity family. They are also responsible for nametags for members of Trinity.
| The following fundraisers are sub committees under the umbrella of Parish Life, with various members of the congregation who have oversight
for their continued success year after year. As different leaders take on each of the events it builds "community within the parish" and it helps the vestry
to facilitate the coordination and planning of the many events that raise money to support the
mission of the church in the wider community. Special Events Bucks Cooks was first established in 1950. It is a collection of recipes and artwork by Bucks County artists. It continues to be available in the Church Office and at local bookstores. A second volume appeared in 1984, but that supply is now exhausted. For many years, sales of both cookbooks had been a source of financial support for Trinity. Contact Will Rivinus if you are interested in more information about these books. Clothing Sale is a fundraiser for the church. It provides affordable clothing for the community and contributes a truckload of clothes to the Trenton Rescue Mission. Joan Worthington is chair. Cookie Bake has been a tradition of Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury for over fifty years. This event has been featured in Savor Magazine and has developed quite a reputation in the community. Come join the fun in baking, decorating, and packaging about 15,000 cookies. For information on how you can take part in the Cookie Bake, call Jean Evans. Holiday Country Store The Holiday Country Store is opened for gifts and fun. Featured are crafts of Trinity's own artisans and specialty food items for both gift giving and decorating: • Holiday Greens: wreaths, boxwood trees, candle centerpieces, and more • Men's Lib table • Cookie Bake cookies sold here This event is run in conjunction with the holiday youth fundraiser: Breakfast with St. Nick- breakfast fellowship and photo opportunity along with a chance for outreach (gifts brought to "St. Nick" by young parishioners will be passed on to deserving children elsewhere.) House Tour is Trinity's premier fundraiser of the year. Exquisite homes are opened to the parish and the public. In addition, some of the homes are historical and/or have fantastic stories. If you are interested in being part of this special event, please contact the co-chairs, Jacqui Griffith and Sue Eavenson. Property MinistryRichard Dodds, Vestry Liaisonproperty@trinitysolebury.orgThis Ministry will prudently manage the funds entrusted to their care for the maintenance of the buildings and grounds while providing a continuing overview of all aspects of the operation including future planning regarding expansion, pricing, and proper rules and regulations including those of any governing bodies by whose jurisdiction they are governed. While there are various service contracts for yard maintenance and mechanical building equipment, much of the minor maintenance is performed by members of this ministry. The ministry meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Cemetery Committee With accountability to the Vestry of Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury the purpose and goal of the Cemetery Committee is to manage, in accordance with established procedures and the Rules and Regulations of Trinity Cemetery a dignified, fiscally solvent, perpetually maintained cemetery for the members of Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury, their families and other deed holders. The committee is responsible for the sale of lots, issuance of deeds, and the sale and/or installation of memorial markers. It manages the funds entrusted to it for the maintenance and perpetual care of the grounds, as well as being responsible for all other aspects of the cemetery operations: pricing of lots and markers, record management, grounds maintenance, coordination of interments, cemetery rules and regulations, and adherence to all requirements of any other governing bodies. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more information, call Henry R. Ford. Artistic Advisory Committee This group of individuals with various artistic abilities was established to coordinate the interior dιcor of Trinity. For more information, contact Ashby Saunders. Outreach MinistryJean Evans, Vestry Liaisonoutreach@trinitysolebury.orgOutreach Committee seeks to demonstrate care for all people throughout God's world, utilizing our principal parish resources: time, talent, and treasure.As the primary outreach arm of the people of Trinity. Everyone is encouraged to participate in its activities and attend its meetings in the Rectory Conference Room at 7:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of most months. For further details and contact names for each program listed below: Trinity's Outreach Page Aid for Friends Cash Contributions to Charity Habitat for Humanity Katrina Relief Lambertville Food Panty NGA Peacemeal Red Cross Blood Drive Alternative Gift Market Guatemalan Outreach Mayan Hands Juan Ana Coffee Mission Trips Tabasamu Smiles Stewardship MinistryAngela Johnson, Vestry Liaisonstewardship@trinitysolebury.orgThe Stewardship Education Ministry works to educate the parish in stewardship year-round. It meets on the second Tuesday of each month and has these purposes: • Discuss and learn what stewardship means • Communicate stewardship to the parish • Lead the gathering of the annual pledge There are three sub-ministries of stewardship: 1. Membership • Encouraging all parishioners to participate in stewardship and to pledge • Planning for the annual pledge • Getting stewardship information to new members • Proposing a plan for stewardship Sunday and for gathering the annual pledge • Maintaining and reporting on pledge, time/talent data and year-to-date information. • Formulating a mission based budget • Analyzing membership data 2. Education • Selection of books for group study. Leading the book study at meetings • Selection of Bible readings for Bible study. Leading the Bible study at meetings. • Write stewardship education inserts for the bulletin • Propose education opportunities for the congregation - forums/sermons • Deriving a stewardship statement for adoption by the vestry and by stewardship members • Writing stewardship prayers for use at Sunday services • Planning parishioner personal witness statements in Tidings and in church 3. Communications • Getting a stewardship news section established in Tidings and submitting pieces for publishing each month • Proposing ideas for regular communication of stewardship to the parish • Proposing a stewardship theme and stewardship definition for the year • Writing the annual stewardship brochure • Updating stewardship information on the website • Developing stewardship for children • Link with strategic planning and communication ministries 4. Newcomers There are scheduled dinners that are planned throughout the year. These dinners are provided to get to know those visitors who are interested in membership programs. All interested new or existing are asked to sign up by calling the Church Office at 215-297-5135. All parishioners are encouraged not only to practice stewardship in giving with thanksgiving from what each has received from a generous and abundant God but to also practice stewardship by applying our many and varied talents and gifts in the ministry opportunities at Trinity. Related link: Personal stewardship at Trinity Goverance MinistryDavid Rees, Vestry LiaisonThe Strategic Planning Ministry works to understand and discern the various issues impacting near and long range needs to effectively fulfill the Mission of Trinity. The team engages in gathering and assessing data to understand the trends they imply. Seeking to understand trends leads to identifying potential solutions, options for growing in an efficient manner, and the resources necessary for implementation. The 2005 Strategic Planning Report identifies issues for focusing planning. They are: • Growth dynamics within the parish and local community • Space needs • Missions and ministries • Staffing • Buildings and grounds • Communications • Finance Anyone wishing to read the full report, can get a copy from the Rectory Office. Soon the website will also have a link to a pdf. of the report (found in Tidings and Publications) for those that wish to read it online or download it. The Strategic Planning Ministry will work to outline specific initiatives for a Strategic Plan designed to guide us in efficiently fulfilling our Mission Statement. Each Vestry Ministry has selected a representative to work with the Strategic Planning team, providing insight and expansion of their vision. The resulting Strategic Plan will focus on three or four significant issues to give direction for implementing spiritual, programmatic, and capital needs for the next five years. Trinity Day SchoolKim Moore, Vestry Liaisonvestrydayschool@trinitysolebury.orgCindy Bove, Director215-297-5510cbove@trinitysolebury.org Trinity Day School was established in 1959. It exists to create a learning environment based on Christian values, celebrating the uniqueness of each child, and as a daily outreach of the church. Please go to our Trinity Day School Page for a downloadable registration form and more detailed information on: Tuition Schedules Pre-School Program Kindergarten Program Field trips and activities planned for the year Day School Advisory Board (with a list of Board members;if you wish to contact them regarding school policies) Trinity Youth MinistryJohn Daukas, Vestry Liaison
youthministry@trinitysolebury.org |