The Message . . . August 2013 PASTORAL PONDERINGS Have you ever asked, "What's going on at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church?" Or, "What can I get involved in?" Well, today is your lucky day! I just happen to have some answers to your questions. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is a congregation that has vibrant ministries and growing mission opportunities. We categorize our ministries in the form of Ministry Teams. Each Ministry team has a council liaison; that helps to coordinate the role of their team. If there are one of these areas that you would like to know more about or get involved in, please ask a council member or me. Worship Ministries Team: This team is responsible for helping the pastor to plan worship and create new, artistic, innovative ways to transform our worship space seasonally. This team is also responsible for the preparation of services (altar guild), assisting ministers, ushers, acolytes, crucifers, and other items that help to make liturgy an experience to know God in a fuller way. Faith Formation Ministries Team: This team is responsible for the educational ministries within our congrega- tion and informing us of other opportunities in our community. This team coordinates Sunday school for children, youth and adults. Vacation Bible School and Adult Forums on various topics, as well. Pastor Kevin leads Theology Uncorked once a month at a local restaurant or bar. This is an opportunity to discuss a theo- logical (God-talk) topic or social issue in a relaxed setting (and a good beer). Serving Ministries Team: This team is responsible for our outreach ministry: Habitat for Humanity, Nashville AIDS Walk, Breast Cancer Walk, other walks, Room in the Inn, Second Harvest, Lutheran Services in Tennessee, ELCA initiatives. Supporting and Growing Ministries Team: This team is broad and vast and includes in it: Finance, Mutual Ministry, Long Range Vision Team, Capital Campaign Team, Stewardship, Property, tellers, etc. Proclaiming Ministries Team: This team works to help us tell the story of what God has done, is doing and continues to do in our lives and the lives of others. Working with neighborhood canvasing, evangelism, new member orientation and inquirers classes. As well: marketing, publicity, newsletters, e-news, Facebook and website. Parish Life Ministries Team: This team includes fellowship opportunities for our congregation, such as: Sunday Morning coffee time, Gourmand Society (monthly group that eats at local restaurants), funeral receptions, and other. This team coordinates groups that use our building and works to build bridges between them and the congregation: AA, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Reading Group for children, Montessori School. Lastly, under this comes our participation in the annual Bellevue Picnic and Oktoberfest. We are not a church because one person makes it all happen and we cannot BE church in the world; if we don't work together for the mission and ministry God has called us into. No matter your age, physical abilities or inabilities, gender, or anything else; you are needed in this place! You make a difference! You are a worker in the kingdom of God, not alone, but together with one another. Continued on next page
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The Message . . . August 2013 PASTORAL PONDERINGS
Have you ever asked, "What's going on at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church?" Or, "What can I get involved in?" Well, today is your lucky day! I just happen to have some answers to your questions. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is a congregation that has vibrant ministries and growing mission opportunities. We categorize our ministries in the form of Ministry Teams. Each Ministry team has a council liaison; that helps to coordinate the role of their team. If there are one of these areas that you would like to know more about or get involved in, please ask a council member or me. Worship Ministries Team: This team is responsible for helping the pastor to plan worship and create new, artistic, innovative ways to transform our worship space seasonally. This team is also responsible for the preparation of services (altar guild), assisting ministers, ushers, acolytes, crucifers, and other items that help to make liturgy an experience to know God in a fuller way. Faith Formation Ministries Team: This team is responsible for the educational ministries within our congrega-tion and informing us of other opportunities in our community. This team coordinates Sunday school for children, youth and adults. Vacation Bible School and Adult Forums on various topics, as well. Pastor Kevin leads Theology Uncorked once a month at a local restaurant or bar. This is an opportunity to discuss a theo-logical (God-talk) topic or social issue in a relaxed setting (and a good beer). Serving Ministries Team: This team is responsible for our outreach ministry: Habitat for Humanity, Nashville AIDS Walk, Breast Cancer Walk, other walks, Room in the Inn, Second Harvest, Lutheran Services in Tennessee, ELCA initiatives. Supporting and Growing Ministries Team: This team is broad and vast and includes in it: Finance, Mutual Ministry, Long Range Vision Team, Capital Campaign Team, Stewardship, Property, tellers, etc. Proclaiming Ministries Team: This team works to help us tell the story of what God has done, is doing and continues to do in our lives and the lives of others. Working with neighborhood canvasing, evangelism, new member orientation and inquirers classes. As well: marketing, publicity, newsletters, e-news, Facebook and website. Parish Life Ministries Team: This team includes fellowship opportunities for our congregation, such as: Sunday Morning coffee time, Gourmand Society (monthly group that eats at local restaurants), funeral receptions, and other. This team coordinates groups that use our building and works to build bridges between them and the congregation: AA, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Reading Group for children, Montessori School. Lastly, under this comes our participation in the annual Bellevue Picnic and Oktoberfest. We are not a church because one person makes it all happen and we cannot BE church in the world; if we don't work together for the mission and ministry God has called us into. No matter your age, physical abilities or inabilities, gender, or anything else; you are needed in this place! You make a difference! You are a worker in the kingdom of God, not alone, but together with one another. Continued on next page
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Pastoral Ponderings continued When we allow God to be the primary actor in our mission and ministry, going out into the mission filed of this world together as his body, we accomplish wonderful, life changing things together. As St. Teresa of Avila reminds us: Christ has no body on earth but yours; no hands but yours; no feet but yours. Yours are the eyes through which the compassion of Christ looks out to the world. Yours are the feet with which he is to go about doing good. Yours are the hands with which he is to bless others now. May we be that Body together in this world, proclaiming the Good News of freedom, liberty, and justice; that only God can give. Amen. Walking with you on the journey. . . . Pastor Kevin L. Strickland
Tuesday August 27 7:00 pm Theology Uncorked at Cabana
Wednesday August 28 7:00 pm Wednesday Worship
“Keep It Simple” (Alcoholics Anonymous) meets every Wednesday evening at 8
p.m. (closed meeting) and every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. (open meeting) in
the Dahlinger Fellowship Hall. Please tell others about this hope-giving resource.
Holy Trinity Office Hours are Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-12:00 noon.
Please submit announcements by 9:00am Tuesday morning for the upcoming bulletin.
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Worship Assistants
Volunteer Opportunities
Greeters
Ushers
Assisting Minister
Tellers
Communion Assistant
For more information please see
Xiommi Schimmelpfennig.
August 4, 2013
Greeter: Steve LaMontagne and Suzie Sittel
Acolyte: Shanna Jones
Assisting Minister: Cathy Crimi
Lay Reader: Susan Dronberger
Communion Set-up: Barbara Hansen
Communion Assistant: Gary Schimmelpfennig
Ushers: Carol Miller and ST White
Tellers: Bob Poole and Mike Cottingham
Fellowship: Elaine Franklin and Martha Christian
August 11, 2013
Greeter: Carolyn Akland and Elsie Irlinger
Acolyte: Matthew Helou
Assisting Minister: Cheryl Mendenhall
Lay Reader: Marcus Mendenhall
Communion Set-up: Suzie Sittel
Communion Assistant: Julie Foss
Ushers: Russ Anderson and Dennis Christian
Tellers: Charlene Cullen and Dennis Christian
Fellowship: Suzie Sittel and Patty Anderson
August 18, 2013
Greeter: Carol Cottingham and Cathy Crimi
Acolyte: Gracie Helou
Assisting Minister: Barbara Hansen
Lay Reader: Carol Miller
Communion Set-up: Bill and Ginny Gable
Communion Assistant: Marcus Mendenhall
Ushers: ST White and Bob Poole
Tellers: Bob Poole and Mike Cottingham
Fellowship: Nancy Collins and Carol Dronberger
August 25, 2013
Greeter: Susan Dronberger and Suzie Sittel
Acolyte: Jessica Canales
Assisting Minister: Gail White
Lay Reader: Ann Bishop
Communion Set-up: Linn Folger
Communion Assistant: Xiommi Schimmelpfennig
Ushers: Dennis Christian and Julie Foss
Tellers: Charlene Cullen and Dennis Christian
Fellowship: Charlene Cullen and Cathy Crimi
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Update on Sasha
As most of you know, Sasha Pfotenhauer is fighting Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Want to follow her journey to conquering it? There is a Facebook page dedicated to Sasha’s fight that you can follow by clicking HERE. You can also cut and paste the address in your browser: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sashas-Journey-to-Montana-Conquering-Hodgkins-Lymphoma/185489781614710?fref=ts In addition, friends have set up a “Take them a Meal” page, which is a wonder-ful way for us to help support the Pfotenhauer family!! If you wish to bring meals to the family, please click HERE or you can copy this address in your browser: http://www.takethemameal.com/meals.php?t=FFCX8571&welcome=1
Prayer Needs For healing, God’s presence and comfort –
The Gourmand Society The Gourmand Society will resume its dining obligation starting Thursday, August 15th (third Thursday of the month) at 6:30 Raz'z Restaurant, 2241 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville. Contact Carol Cottingham for more information!
Members: Barbara Hansen on the loss of her cousin; Jean Pfotenhauer on the loss of her father ; Ruth
Martin for healing; Martin Kresge; Sasha Pfotenhauer; Les Dahl; Marie Mennenga, slight stroke;
Tsegaye Arku for continued safety as he continues to serve in Afghanistan
Friends: Janet Johnson, aunt of Jeannie Ingram, multiple myeloma complications; David Parr, dealing
with many health issues; Pastor Wayne Hunt and wife Darla for healing and protection; Eloisa, Jessica’s
grandmother who suffered a stroke; Sue Tosh on the loss of her father; Stella as she deals with macular degen-
eration; Terry Burns, back on chemo; Marian Glenn, niece of Suzi Sittel, for healing; Agnes and Len Akland
for healing; Sue Hasse, neighbor of Char lene and Tom Cullen, who is receiving experimental treat-
ments for cancer
Blessing of the workbags and book bags Sunday, August 11th
9:30am Worship
Bring your bags to church for a blessing!
Sunday school teachers will also be installed during worship on this day.
Faith Formation needs your feedback! On August 4, Cheryl Mendenhall will meet with parents and other interested adults in the Fellowship Hall after worship to discuss Kids Sunday School and current trends in children's education.
August All-Kids Sunday School: Unlikely Heroes Part 1- Hannah Kids in grades PreK-6 remain in the worship area after the postlude and gather around the piano for a hands-on exploration of stories from the Old Testament August 11: Rally Day - A Silly Celebration Kick off the Sunday School year with a lighthearted trip through the humorous side of God's creation. August 18: Cooking Time - Babies in Blankets Wrap salty and sweet snacks and hear how God turns sadness into joy. August 25: Science Fun - Handle With Care Bring your cutest or funniest baby picture today! We're taking a trip through Samuel's first 365 days of life. The Faith Formation Team will meet at noon on Wednesday, August 7, at the church.
About All Kids Sunday School • August 11, 2013 marks the start of our fifth year using Augsburg-Fortress's SPARK Rotation materials. In the rotational model, children in pre-K and up spend 4-6 weeks exploring a single story or theme. We begin with Old Testament in the fall, then move into stories about Jesus and his followers in the winter and spring, with attention to major festivals (Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and Pentecost). This year's units include stories of Hannah, Samuel, and David, the Annunciation, the Psalms, Jesus's healings, and the 12 disciples. • Each week begins with singing in the worship area, then moves into interactive storytelling, snack, a hands-on activity, and closing prayer. Cooking and games have proved great favorites (we have active kids who like to eat!), along with art, drama, and science exploration. Stories are approached with playfulness, wonder, and a sense of humor. Our goal is that regulars will not be bored, while newcomers and visitors will never be lost. • The rotational model takes into account the interests and abilities of each child and the gifts of the entire congregation. We are always looking for adults and youth open to joining our planning team, leading an
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Faith Formation—for the adults . . . Theology Uncorked will resume on Tuesday, August 27th, 7:00 p.m. at Cabana in Hillsboro Village. The topic is "Homelessness, Hunger, and Nashville". Sunday Adult Forum continues its study on the Lord's Prayer. Contact Jim Tice for more information. Cathy Crimi will make a presentation on her recent trip to Guatemala during the Adult Sunday Forum on August 11. In September, Pastor Kevin will lead Adult Sunday school. The topic will be: Unlocking the myths and mis-understanding behind the last book of the bible.
The kids had a GREAT time at Vacation Bible School last week! Through their special
offerings, the children raised enough money to purchase three Lutheran World Relief
"Gift of Worms", helping farmers in developing countries improve their soil quality and
grow more crops. They also collected large piles of beans and microwaveable entrées for
Second Harvest, as well as soap and toothpaste for Lutheran Social Service's Building
Healthy Families program.
Many thanks to all the children, youth and adult volunteers, parents, and grandparents
who took part in TAKING ROOT VBS!
Special thanks to the amazing CHERYL MENDENHALL who was the
coordinator extraordinaire for VBS!! We appreciate all you do!
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Holy Trinity Celebrations
August Birthdays
August Anniversaries
Habitat for Humanity Unity Build Help us build a home with over 20 local faith communities in the Habitat Unity Build, scheduled for September and October!
Habitat provides a hand up to low income families who live in substandard housing. Remember: these homes are not hand outs! Each family purchases their home. The families are required to invest many hours of "sweat equity,” working on their future home as well as those of their future neighbors. As well, families participate in classes to learn budgeting and home maintenance skills.
Our build day is Sunday, September 22nd!! Please contact Linn Folger for more details!!
8/5 Robyn Kennedy 8/7 Bassam Helou 8/8 Bob Poole 8/8 Sarah and Gabrielle DePalo 8/10 Eric Dahl 8/12 Malcolm Pfotenhauer 8/13 Jordan Phillips 8/19 Suzi Sittel 8/21 Bobby Poole 8/22 Martin Kresge 8/22 Claire Robert 8/26 Gail White 8/27 David Thoreson
8/5 Bob & Kathy Poole 8/14 Dan & Joette Phillips 8/31 Barbara & Philip Crooke
On Sunday, July 21st we honored The Rev. Dr. Delmer Chilton as Pastor Emeritus of Holy Trinity Lu-theran Church. We also gave thanks for the life of Elonita Zimmerman, a longtime friend and staffer at Holy Trinity. We were blessed to have her family at church for this special Sunday.
Wednesday Worship
7pm @Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Evening Prayer with
Holy Communion
“How do we learn from other’s witness?” August 14th: Celebration of Mary the Mother of our Lord
August 21st: Celebration of Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux, died 1153
August 28th: Celebration of Augustine, Bishop of Hippo, died 430
