TRURO FAMILY NEWS NOVEMBER 27–DECEMBER 04, 2011 It is a joy to share in the work of the church that has meant so much to me. At age 16, my life was changed at my very first visit to Truro—at the House of Bread, a thriving fellowship reaching out to teens and college students. In that packed undercroft, I encountered riveting preaching, lively worship, and the Holy Spirit in such a powerful way that my life and faith would never be the same. As an adult, I have been blessed by Truro in more ways than I can count—TIPS, 20’s and 30’s, parish retreats, beautiful worship—and the place where I met and married my dear husband Chip. Long before we met, Chip and I were both convinced of the worth of tithing, a practice we brought into our marriage. Some of the reasons we give are that we believe: God blesses us abundantly in myriad ways. The ability to work and produce wealth is a gift from God, and our offerings simply return a portion of God’s extravagant gifts back to Him. God wants our hearts—to give willingly and cheerfully. Chip has taught me about joyful giving as I witness the happiness he experiences as he donates to various ministries. Through beautiful ministries of Truro such as Love the World Fellowship and the Lamb Center, we are able to minister to Jesus—who tells us what we have given to the least, we have given to Him. God wants our hearts by Sharon Webb Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. —Matthew 6:19–21 RECEIPT FOR MY RECORDS This note reminds me of the financial commitment and pledge I made to Truro for 2012. PLEDGE AMOUNT TOTAL T E A R A L O N G L I N E TRURO CHURCH IN SUPPORT OF OUR LIFE TOGETHER AND TO ASSIST OUR VESTRY IN FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR 2012. In response to God’s great gifts I/we pledge the following (indicate one) for 2012: $_____________ weekly $_____________ monthly $_____________ annual $_____________ other (please specify period) _________________________________ (name optional) I/we commit to give according to biblical standards of tithing. I/we will give generously and take steps to reach the biblical standard of tithing. I/we will give as my/our personal circumstances allow. NOTE: Please take this portion of the Pledge Card, fold it in half and either place it in the collection plate on Sunday morning, or mail it into the church office. —Thank you 2012 Pledge Radical Hospitality…toward Others Profound Transformation…toward God Inspired Service…toward All First Tuesday Outreach Gathering December 6, 7:00 pm There are 2.8 billion people in the world today with no access to the Gospel. 86 percent of all Muslims, Hindus and Buddhists will never meet a Christian in their lifetimes. 75,000 people die every day having never heard the Name of Jesus once. Within the Islamic world, there are only 2,000 full time Christian missionaries for 1.5 billion Muslims. One of those missionaries, Fr. Jerry K., is a familiar mission partner to Truro from the post-Katrina New Orleans missions. Having been a key figure in the recovery and renewal of the flood ravaged city, Fr. Jerry, his wife Stacy, and family are now answering the call to East Africa where a great conflict is unfolding and where the Anglican Church is playing a critical role. At our December First Tuesday gathering—the 6th at 7:00 pm—they’ll share the story of what God is doing in the nations, their very recent experiences in two “least-reached countries” and the specifics of what is currently occurring in Africa. Also, Truro Mission Partner Dale Gavlak will be with us to give a brief update regarding her important ministry in the Middle East. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the current state of missions, key issues, and current hot spots. Dinner begins at 7:00 pm, with our program from 7:45–8:45 pm. Come, and bring a friend!! (RSVP to [email protected] or [email protected]) We’re Updating Our Database and Improving Our Communication With You Get Connected @ Truro is the new way for Truro staff and parishioners to connect with each other. To facilitate this process we need to ensure the accuracy of your contact information. Our aim is to have our database records as accurate as possible. As a parishioner you will have access to many online features such as online giving, our events calendar, and homegroup listings. Please take time to fill out the form with any information that needs updating. Whether you choose to use the wonderful online resources or not, Truro still asks that ALL parishioners turn in a form with up-to-date information. Full details are on the flyer available at the end of each pew or at: www.trurochurch.org/UpdateInfo Stay Tuned For Our Launch!
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TRURO FAMILY NEWSNOVEMBER 27–DECEMBER 04, 2011
It is a joy to share in the work of the church that
has meant so much to me. At age 16, my life
was changed at my very fi rst visit to Truro—at
the House of Bread, a thriving fellowship
reaching out to teens and college students. In
that packed undercroft, I encountered riveting
preaching, lively worship, and the Holy Spirit
in such a powerful way that my life and faith
would never be the same. As an adult, I have
been blessed by Truro in more ways than I can
count—TIPS, 20’s and 30’s, parish retreats,
beautiful worship—and the place where I met
and married my dear husband Chip.
Long before we met, Chip and I were both
convinced of the worth of tithing, a practice we
brought into our marriage. Some of the reasons
we give are that we believe:
God blesses us abundantly in myriad ways. The
ability to work and produce wealth is a gift from
God, and our offerings simply return a portion
of God’s extravagant gifts back to Him.
God wants our hearts—to give willingly and
cheerfully. Chip has taught me about joyful
giving as I witness the happiness he experiences
as he donates to various ministries.
Through beautiful ministries of Truro such as
Love the World Fellowship and the Lamb Center,
we are able to minister to Jesus—who tells us
what we have given to the least, we have given
to Him.
God wants our hearts by Sharon Webb Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth,
where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves
break in and steal. But store up for yourselves
treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not
destroy, and where thieves do not break in and
steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart
will be also. —Matthew 6:19–21RECEIPT FOR MY RECORDSThis note reminds me of the fi nancial commitment
and pledge I made to Truro for 2012.
PLEDGE AMOUNT
TOTAL
T E A R A L O N G L I N E
TRURO CHURCH
IN SUPPORT OF OUR LIFE TOGETHER AND TO ASSIST OUR VESTRY IN FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR 2012.
In response to God’s great gifts I/wepledge the following (indicate one) for 2012: $_____________ weekly$_____________ monthly$_____________ annual$_____________ other (please specify period)
_________________________________(name optional)
I/we commit to give according to biblical standards of tithing.I/we will give generously and take steps
to reach the biblical standard of tithing.I/we will give as my/our personalcircumstances allow.
NOTE: Please take this portion of the Pledge Card, fold it in half and either place it in the collection plate on Sunday morning, or mail it into the church offi ce. —Thank you
2012 PledgeRadical Hospitality…toward Others
Profound Transformation…toward GodInspired Service…toward All
First Tuesday Outreach Gathering December 6, 7:00 pmThere are 2.8 billion people in the world today with no access to the Gospel. 86 percent of all
Muslims, Hindus and Buddhists will never meet a Christian in their lifetimes. 75,000 people die
every day having never heard the Name of Jesus once. Within the Islamic world, there are only
2,000 full time Christian missionaries for 1.5 billion Muslims.
One of those missionaries, Fr. Jerry K., is a familiar mission partner to Truro from the post-Katrina
New Orleans missions. Having been a key fi gure in the recovery and renewal of the fl ood ravaged
city, Fr. Jerry, his wife Stacy, and family are now answering the call to East Africa where a great
confl ict is unfolding and where the Anglican Church is playing a critical role.
At our December First Tuesday gathering—the 6th at 7:00 pm—they’ll share the story of what
God is doing in the nations, their very recent experiences in two “least-reached countries” and the
specifi cs of what is currently occurring in Africa. Also, Truro Mission Partner Dale Gavlak will be
with us to give a brief update regarding her important ministry in the Middle East.
This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the current state of missions, key issues, and
current hot spots. Dinner begins at 7:00 pm, with our program from 7:45–8:45 pm. Come, and
when you visitWelcome—Please fi ll out a welcome card located in the pew racks inside the Church and Chapel. After you
fi ll one out, please put it in the offering plate as it goes by, or give it to an usher on your way out.
what about children, teens, young adults, and families?Our KidZone Team wears green shirts and will help fi nd the right place for your child. Nursing/Cry Room: Nursery available on Sundays during 8:30 & 11:15 am worship for ages 3 and younger. –Childcare available on Sundays during 5:00 pm worship for ages 5 and under. –For nursing moms and upset infants/toddlers, a Nursing/Cry room is located in the “Fellowship Room”
off the Undercroft beneath the sanctuary.Pre-K to 6th grade: Sunday School is from 10–11am, in the education building. WEE/WOW are during the 8:30
and 11:15am services. For more information on Children’s events, visit www.TruroChurch.org/ChildrenSpecial Needs Sunday School: 10–11 am in “Special Forces” room off the Undercroft beneath the sanctuary.Teens (7th–12th grade): ReAwakenings, Sundays 10–11 am. Start your Sunday in the Upper Room with
friends, coffee, treats, and the Word of God. Finish the day with Youth Group, 6:15–8:30 pm in the Upper Room. For more information about Youth events, visit www.TruroChurch.org/Youth
Parents: Prayer Time, Sundays 6:15–8:30pm, Conference Room. Family Ministry Forum with Joey, 7:00–8:30pm, 2nd Sunday each month, Common Grounds.
Young Adults: Tuesdays, 6:45–9 pm, Gunnell House Parlor. Dinner, prayer, fellowship, and discussion. Anyone and everyone from late teens to mid-thirties is welcome! Contact Dave Lilley, [email protected], or see our facebook place page, Truro Young Adults.
needs and blessingsOpportunity: Free rent in exchange for services provided by certified nurse aide, trained personal care aide
or home health aide for over night care duties. Person needing aid uses a powered wheelchair to get around and is active in her community, not home-bound. Another professional care assistant comes M-F (morning and during the day) and Saturday (morning to midnight). You will prepare evening meals M-F, along with morning & evening meals on Sunday. On Sunday mornings she will need help her start the day and assist her departure on Metro Access. Light housekeeping required, other assistance as needed, and minimal help with pet cat. Bathroom assistance not needed. No heavy lifting required. Contact Carol Ames at [email protected].
Blessing: Choose and cut your own Christmas trees just 20 minutes from Truro. Open weekends 9am-dusk and weekdays by appointment. Contact the Britts at [email protected] for directions.
opportunities to pray and to receive prayer at truroSunday Service: Prayer teams are available to pray with you on Sundays during Communion and
following each of the services.Healing Prayer Team: To receive individual prayer (over 2–3 sessions), please call Marlene Jones at
703.273.1300 ext 305.Prayer Chain: The Intercessory Prayer Team responds to all prayer-line phone calls, prays for parishioners
and visitors, and passes prayer needs along to the prayer chain. To leave prayer requests in a confi dential message box, call 703.273.1300, ext 450, 24 hours a day.
Upcoming Prayer Opportunities: Quiet Days: Come away periodically for a day of quiet prayer and scripture meditation. The next Quiet Day is scheduled for Saturday, March 17, 2012. Watch for details in the Truro Family News as the date approaches.
truro family news submissions The Truro Family News is published weekly by Truro Church. Submissions are due two Mondays (10 business days)prior to the requested weekend to be featured. Submissions are subject to editorial review. Preference is given to Truromembers and not-for-profi t organizations affi liated with Truro. Truro Church does not necessarily screen, recommend, or endorse any advertisements. Please visit www.trurochurch.org/TFN for submission details. Questions? Pls. [email protected], ext. 127.
Truro Church 10520 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030Rector: Tory BaucumAssociate Rectors: Coleman Tyler, Tim Mayfi eld, Carlos Pellot Hispanic Pastor: Carlos PellotDeacons: Joey Fitzgerald, David CaseAdjunct Clergy: John Reishus, Allan Falconer, Tim Howe, Tom Herrick, Derek Rust
