Trinity Trumpet

Trinity United
Methodist Church

SEPTEMBER 2014



Dear Members and Friends of Trinity U.M.C.:

By the time you read this article, the summer of 2014 will be drawing to a
close, and a sense of normalcy will have returned. I truly hope that you
have had an enjoyable and pleasurable summer.

By now you know that I love one-liners. They get right to the point. I want
words to think about, not words to wade through. Recently I received this e
-mail regarding some billboards that are getting a lot of attention. Here is a
list of the variations of the God Speaks billboards that get right to the
point. Keep in mind it is God who makes each statement.

- Lets meet at my house Sunday before the game.
- Come on over to My house and bring the kids.
- What part of Thou shalt not didnt you understand?
- We need to talk!
- Keep using my name in vain and I will make traffic worse.
- Loved the wedding, invite me to the marriage.
- That Love thy neighbor thing I really mean it.
- Will the road you are on get you to my place?
- Big Bang theory! You have got to be kidding?
- Need directions?
- You think its hot here?
- Have you read my #1 best seller? There will be a test.
- Do you have any idea where you are going?
(and my personal favorite)
- Dont make me come down there!

Clear, concise, and right to the point. Enough said.

See you in Church.

Rev. George R. Patterson, MDiv.
Senior Pastor

Inside This Issue

Health Outreach Ministry 2

Parish Nurse 3, 4

Thank you Notes 4

News and Notes 4, 5, 8
9, 13

Christian Education 5

Youth News 6

Ask The Rev 7

Bible Studies 8

Missions 10, 11

Relay For Life 12

UMW News 13

Fall Festival 14

Birthdays 15

Church Calendar 16

Membership News 17
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Choose Walking as Your Physical Activity
Health Outreach Ministry
Dr. Dot Baker
American on the Move Foundation celebrates September to invite folks to be more active. WALK-
ING is a simple and inexpensive way to put active physical activity into your lifestyle. It is the
most popular aerobic physical activity. Aerobic with air means activities that make you breathe
harder and make your heart and blood vessels healthier. Examples are brisk walking, swimming, biking,
mowing the lawn, dancing, skating, soccer, and running.
WHAT are levels of activity? As a rule of thumb, on a scale of 0 to 1 0 (sitting is a 0 and the
highest level of activity is a 10), moderate-intensity activity is a 5 or 6. Your heart will beat faster and
you will breathe harder than normal. Vigorous-intensity activity is a level 7 or 8 or more. Now, your
heart will beat much faster and you will breathe much harder than normal. HOW much activity do we
need? Adults: 30 minutes of moderate walking for 5 days per week or total of 150 minutes of moderate
activity or 75 minutes of brisk activity. Children: 60 minutes or more per day. Young children: encour-
age frequent play. HOW many people get activity? The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention report
that about one-half of all adults get enough aerobic activity to improve their health. About 30% of high
school students get at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity.
HOW does walking affect our health and well-being? We can walk for fun, activity, relaxation, trans-
portation, etc. Benefits = Walking can help to control weight and improve health (with or without weight
loss). Walking may decrease your risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, and some
cancers. Walking may improve memory and thinking skills. In fact, a recent news article stated that
walking improves/enhances creativity. In other words, walking may free our full or cluttered brains
and allow fresh ideas and/or improve our mood, leading us to explore new ideas. Overall, walking may
help you to live longer.
WHAT do you need to get started? Check with your health care provider, begin slowly, and wear
comfortable clothing and supportive shoes. You may decide to walk outdoors or indoors such as at the
mall. Walk with someone to converse and to encourage each other. Park farther from the store, use
stairs, window shop, walk to see a neighbor, walk through a garden or park, etc. Look for safe places.
You can use a pedometer or phone app to measure your step count, distance, and timing. You may want
to use 10-minute segments or a fuller timeframe to meet your needs and abilities. Aim for 10,000 steps
per day (2,000 steps = about 1 mile).
WHAT can we do? Use walking as one part of a health plan for yourself, family, friends, and
community. Take small steps to promote physical and emotional well-being for everyone. God is counting
on you: He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do
justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? Micah 6:8
Sources: America on the Move, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, Family Health & Fitness, International Council on Active
Aging, J. Savacool for USA Today, Livestrong, PBS, The Walking Site
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By Carolyn Lewis, RN
I cannot believe that summer is almost over. The children
will soon be in school and it seems they have only been out for
a few weeks. I am sure that teachers feel the same way. As we
begin our new church year we have many things planned and
hopefully everyone will enjoy being back in our regular church
schedule.
With age we all have aches and pains and certainly bursitis
is something that usually occurs at some point in our life. I
have given you a brief description of the disease process and
some recommended treatments. Whenever you have pain that
is not relieved by over the counter pain relief, please seek medi-
cal advice. Although it may turn out to be a relatively simple
medical problem, you should never just assume it is nothing
and just bare the pain.

Bursitis (bur-SY-tis) is a painful condition that affects the
small fluid-filled pads called bursae (bur-SEE) that act as
cushions among your bones and the tendons and muscles near
your joints. Bursitis occurs when bursae become inflamed. The
most common locations for bursitis are in the shoulder, elbow
and hip. But you can also have bursitis by your knee, heel and
the base of your big toe. Bursitis often occurs near joints that
perform frequent repetitive motion. Treatment typically in-
volves resting the affected joint and protecting it from further
trauma. In most cases, bursitis pain goes away within a few
weeks with proper treatment, but recurrent flare-ups of bursitis
are common. If you have bursitis, the affected joint may: Feel
achy or stiff, hurt more when you move it or press on it, look
swollen and red.
When to see a doctor. Consult your doctor if you have:
Disabling joint pain; pain for more than one to two weeks;
excessive swelling, redness, bruising or a rash in the affected
area; sharp or shooting pain, especially when you exercise or
exert yourself; or have a fever. The most common causes of
bursitis are repetitive motions or positions that irritate the bur-
sae around a joint; examples include: throwing a baseball or
lifting something over your head repeatedly; leaning on your
elbows for long periods of time; extensive kneeling, for tasks
such as laying carpet or scrubbing floors; prolonged sitting,
particularly on hard surfaces. Some bursae at the knee and el-
bow lie just below the skin, so they are at higher risk of punc-
ture injuries that can lead to infection of the bursae (septic bur-
sitis).
Anyone can develop bursitis, but certain factors may in-
crease your risk: Age. The occurrence of bursitis becomes
more common with aging. Occupations or hobbies. If you work
in a profession or have a hobby that requires repetitive motion
or pressure on particular bursae, you're at an increased risk of
developing bursitis. Examples include carpet laying, tile set-
ting, gardening, painting and playing a musical instrument.
Other medical conditions. Cer tain systemic diseases and
conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout and diabetes
increase your risk of developing bursitis.
While you may initially bring your concerns to your family
physician, he or she may refer you to a doctor who specializes
in joint disorders (rheumatologist).
What you can do. You may want to write a list that includes:
Detailed descriptions of your symptoms, Information about
medical problems you've had, Information about the medical
problems of your parents or siblings, All the medications and
dietary supplements you take.
What you can do. You may want to wr ite a list that in-
cludes: Detailed descriptions of your symptoms, Information
about medical problems you've had, Information about the
medical problems of your parents or siblings, All the medica-
tions and dietary supplements you take.
What to expect from your doctor. Dur ing the physical ex-
am, your doctor will press on various spots around your affect-
ed joint to try to determine whether a specific bursa is causing
your pain. Your doctor may also have a number of questions
for you, such as: When did your pain begin? Did it begin sud-
denly or occur gradually? What kind of work do you do? What
hobbies or recreational activities do you participate in? Does
your pain occur or worsen during certain activities, such as
kneeling or climbing stairs? Have you recently experienced a
fall or any other kind of injury? What kind of treatments have
you tried at home? What effect did those treatments have?
Doctors can often diagnose bursitis based on a medical history
and physical exam. If further testing is needed, you might un-
dergo:
Imaging tests. X-ray images can't positively establish the diag-
nosis of bursitis, but they can help to exclude other causes of
your discomfort. Ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI) may be used if your bursitis can't easily be diagnosed by
a physical exam alone.
Lab tests. Your doctor may per for m blood tests or an anal-
ysis of fluid from the inflamed bursa to pinpoint the cause of
your joint inflammation and pain.
Bursitis treatment usually involves conservative measures, such
as rest, ice and taking a pain reliever, as a first step. If con-
servative measures don't work, treatment may include:
Medication. If the inflammation in your bur sa is caused by
an infection, your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic medica-
tion.
Therapy. Your doctor may r ecommend physical ther apy or
exercises to strengthen the muscles in the affected area to ease
pain and prevent recurrence.
Injections. Your doctor may inject a cor ticoster oid dr ug
into the bursa to relieve inflammation. This treatment generally
brings rapid pain relief and, in many cases, one injection is all
you'll need.
Surgery. Sometimes an inflamed bur sa must be sur gically
drained, but only rarely is surgical removal of the affected bur-
sa necessary.
Measures you can take at home to relieve the pain of bursitis
include: Rest and immobilize the affected area; Apply ice to
reduce swelling; Take an over-the-counter medication, such as
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) or naproxen (Aleve, others),
to relieve pain and reduce inflammation; Cushion your knees if
you sleep on your side, by placing a small pillow between your
legs; avoid elbow pressure, by not leaning or placing your
weight on your elbows to rise from a lying position.
While not all types of bursitis can be prevented, you can
reduce your risk and reduce the severity of flare-ups by chang-
ing the way you perform certain tasks. Examples include:
Use kneeling pads. Use some type of padding to r educe the
pressure on your knees if your job or hobby requires a lot of
kneeling.
Lift properly. Bend your knees when you lift. Failing to do
so puts extra stress on the bursae in your hips.
Wheel heavy loads. Car r ying heavy loads puts str ess on the
bursae in your shoulders. Use a dolly or a wheeled cart instead.
Take frequent breaks. Alter nate r epetitive tasks with r est
or other activities.
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Parish Nurse (continued)
Walk around. Tr y not to sit in one position for too long,
especially on hard surfaces, because that puts pressure on the
bursae in your hips and buttocks.
Maintain a healthy weight. Being over weight places mor e
stress on your joints.
Exercise. Str engthening your muscles can help pr otect your
affected joint.
Warm up and stretch befor e str enuous activities to pr otect
your joints from injury.
References: Sheon RP. Bur sitis: An over view of clinical
manifestations, diagnosis, and management. http://
www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed Aug. 4, 2011.
Schmidt MJ, et al. Tendinopathy and bursitis. In: Marx JA, et
al. Rosen's Emergency Medicine. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.:
Mosby Elsevier; 2010. http://www.mdconsult.com/books/
about.do?about=true&eid=4-u1.0-B978-0-323-05472-0..00204-
8&isbn=978-0-323-05472-0&uniqId=270872816-2. Accessed
Aug. 4, 2011.
Colburn KK. Bursitis, tendinitis, myofascial pain, and fibrom-
yalgia. In: Bope ET, et al. Conn's Current Therapy 2011. Phila-
delphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2011. http://
www.mdconsult.com/books/about.do?about=true&eid=4-u1.0-
B978-1-4377-0986-5..00022-3&isbn=978-1-4377-0986-
5&uniqId=270872816-3. Accessed Aug. 4, 2011.
Clark BM. Tendonitis. American College of Rheumatology.
http://www.rheumatology.org/practice/clinical/patients/
diseases_and_conditions/tendonitis.pdf. Accessed Aug. 4,
2011.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
November Bus Trip:
Our bus trip to see Moses was wonderful, and if you
did not go with us it is well worth the trip to Lancaster to
see the show. I have booked another show for November
5 for the American Music Theater to see their Christmas
Show. The cost is $80.00, and it includes show, dinner,
bus, and all gratuities. We only have 47 seats for this
show so get you reservations in early.

Providing Meals Ministry:
We continue to provide meals for some of our church
members and are always looking for additional persons to
sign up for this ministry. If this is something you would
like to do, please call the church office and let us know
you are interested, and we will contact you.

LUNCH BUNCH
Our first Lunch Bunch will be on September 10. Once
again we have Charles Paparella coming to start off our
new season. Our October entertainment will be provided
by Dr. Richard and Margie Meeks doing a presentation
on one of their trips. A Methodist Circuit Rider will stop
by our Lunch Bunch on November 12 and let you know
about his ministry via horseback. I do hope you will put
this on your calendars. On December 10 we will welcome
back Dr. Jeffrey Baer who will bring his WiHi Concert
Choir.
Thank you!


I cannot express how thankful I am for the scholar -
ship. Thanks to you all, I will be able to attend my uni-
versity of choice and pursue my dreams!
With much thanks,
Jenna Miles

I am so thankful to everyone who played a part in
awarding me the Trinity scholarship. I would also like to
thank Trinity for supporting me, welcoming me, and de-
veloping my lasting faith. As I venture into college next
year, I promise to utilize the Christian teachings in every
aspect of my life.
Much thanks,
Olivia M. Cook

Thank you so much for the beautiful plate. I will al-
ways treasure it. It means so much to me, as does being a
part of such a caring and God loving church.
Thanks again,
Peggy Pusey

Thank you so much for all your prayers, notes, and
cards I received during my recovery for hip replacement
surgery. Even though some of you do not even know me,
you took the time to send an encouraging note! I am so
blessed to be a part of such a caring congregation! I
loved having the CDs to watch. I felt they kept me a little
more in touch. You are awesome! God bless you al-
ways in all ways!
Cheryl Sandt

We were quite surprised to receive the beautiful birth-
day card. Thanks for thinking of us. We are doing pretty
well, counting each day as a blessing from our Dear Lord
and God and thanking Him. God bless all and good
wishes to all.
With all our love,
Irene and Dick Dayton

Thank you for your prayers; they were heard, and I am
now cancer free. Please thank Bella for the nice card. It
made me smile.
Love,
Carolyn Coffin Watson
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Christian Education

by Janal Walton
Director of Childrens Ministries
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL/SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL REVIEW

Summer has slipped away again, but what great opportunities we had at Trinity!

VBS
100 Preschoolers, children, and youth attended our combined ( Trinity, Bethesda, and Wicomico Presbyterian
church) VBS this summer. Forty adults helped everyone experience the wonder of God. We explored how to
use our hearts, minds, and imaginations to serve God. During that week, we were able to supply 35 complete
meals to the Salisbury Urban Ministries food pantry. Its always fun to do Gods work. Thanks everyone for
making it work so smoothly!

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Each summer we provide Sunday School at 10:00, and we had 45 different children and youth take advantage
of this opportunity. We studied the life of Christ and other Bible heroes. We also had a local Girl Scout troop
teach a craft on two Sundays! Thanks for being a part of this ministry!

GETTING BACK IN THE OLD ROUTINE OF FALL!

SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS ON SEPTEMBER 7 at 9:30!
We start the year out by studying the Creation story, Abraham, and Noah so join us. Each week we start our
preschoolers thru fourth graders in the Fellowship Hall and then move on to their classrooms. Fifth thru
twelfth graders go straight to their rooms and jump into their lessons. Thanks to our teachers who share
Gods Word with your children and our youth! It takes extra effort to get your child to Sunday School each
week, and it benefits us all!

THIRD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION HAS BEEN MOVED TO DECEMBER 7
If you have a third grader and have not received a letter, please call the church office or Janal Walton at 410
726-5893 or email me at jbwalton2@verizon.net
SUNDAY SERVICE VIDEOS

Videos of the 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m.
worship services are made every Sunday morning
and are available in DVD or CD format at NO
COST. If you would like a copy, please call the
church office for pick up, or if nec-
essary, a copy can be mailed to you.


Fall Worship Schedule
Begins September 7

8:00 a.m. Traditional Service Sanctuary
9:30 a.m. Traditional Service Sanctuary
Sunday SchoolJMB
11:00 a.m. Traditional ServiceSanctuary

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Ask the Rev



What is meant by Pentecost, when did it happen and what does it mean for
todays Christians?

The church celebrates six spiritual seasons: Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost.
While most members are very familiar with Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter, few know very much about
Epiphany and Pentecost. Epiphany is the celebration of the magi coming and presenting their gifts to the
Christ child. It is also a time that we remember Christs entry into the ministry with His baptism and His
transfiguration.

Pentecost is the official birthday of the church. It literally means 50 and the Day of Pentecost is the fiftieth
day after the feasts of first fruits. It is the only one of the seven Biblical feasts that is observed in the Christian
calendar. Pentecost is the Jewish holiday called the Feast of Weeks or Shavuot (1) This is a harvest festival.
The feast of first fruits (occurring at the time of Passover) was a celebration of the barley grain. The feast of
Pentecost, occurring 7 weeks later, celebrates the wheat and other later grains. It was one of the three festivals
that Jewish men were expected to travel to Jerusalem. It climaxed Israels grain harvest and was a joyous oc-
casion. It occurs in the sixth and seventh day of the Jewish month of Sivan which falls in late May or early
June in our calendar. Just before Jesus ascended into heaven He promised that He would send a comforter, the
Holy Spirit, to be with them. He told them to stay in Jerusalem until that comforter came. The events that
took place on the following Pentecost festival are clearly and vividly outlined in the 2
nd
chapter of Acts. One
hundred and twenty Christians were praying in an upper room on the day of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit
descended upon them. It came as a sound of a violent wind from heaven and filled the whole place. They saw
what appeared to be tongues of fire that came and rested on each of them, and they were all filled with the Ho-
ly Spirit and spoke in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. They spoke in languages they did not know,
but other visitors from various countries heard them speaking in some of the visitors languages. The Holy
Spirit gave them power to witness, and 3,000 more became believers after the dynamic sermon given by Peter.

This day is significant for Christians because it is marked as the beginning of the Christian Church, and
thus should be celebrated and preached about in our churches, particularly on Pentecost Sunday. A similar ex-
perience of speaking in tongues took place at the turn of the previous century (1900) which started what has
become known as the Pentecostal and Charismatic revival. There are many denominations and independent
churches that experience the baptism of the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues.



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.


__________________________
1. Shavuot is the Hebrew word for weeks.

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BIBLE STUDIES BIBLE STUDIES BIBLE STUDIES BIBLE STUDIES
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. beginning
September 10, 2014 in the Sanctuary


Join us every Wednesday night this
year as we study the non-Pauline
letters of the New Testament: He-
brews, James, 1 & 2 Peter, and 1 &
2 & 3 John. We begin with the
definitive book of Christian doc-
trine from its Jewish roots: the
Book of Hebrews. This book
shows the supremacy of Jesus and
that He is the fulfillment of the
Jewish prophecies concerning the
Messiah. It is a fascinating study
that is the perfect sequence to our study of the gospel of
John. It is a study that gives a doctrinal foundation of the
life of Christ.

MONDAY AFTERNOON BIBLE STUDY
&
BEREAN SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS

Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. and Sunday at 10:45
Room 303 of the JMB
Starting Sunday, September 7 &
Monday, September 8







Explore Israels
beautiful hymnal: The Book of Psalms. While it offers
comforting words in times of crisis, the Book of Psalms
also contains more prophecy than any other book of the
Old Testament. Explore the nature of ancient mid-east
poetry and the fascinating prophetic words from a variety
of authors in this popular yet often misunderstood book
of the Bible. Study the Book of Psalms like you have
never studied if before. This year we conclude this two
year adventure in the Psaltery of Israel every Monday at
1:00 p.m. beginning September 8 and Sunday at 10:45
a.m. beginning September 7.
NEW MEMBERS CLASS

The New Members
Class will be held
September 21, 28, Oc-
tober 6, 13, and 20 in
room 303 of the JMB.
at 9:30 a.m. New
Members will be re-
ceived into the church on October 26 at 9:30 a.m.
These classes are held for anyone wishing to join
Trinity. Topics include: doctrines of the Christian
faith, introduction to church history, Methodism &
its beliefs, and the life of Trinity United Methodist
Church. Those interested in joining the church
should call the church office: 410-749-5562.

Christian Drama Camp
November 7-9, 2014

Power Production Ministries (started by Rev. DeFino) is
sponsoring a weekend Christian Drama camp to be held
at Janes Island State Park in Crisfield, Maryland. This is
a two night, all meals included, Christian Drama training
in acting, scriptwriting, storytelling, multimedia, and
more. Lodging is in waterfront cabins at the beautiful
park. Free transportation from Salisbury is provided.
This will be a fun exciting time of learning drama to be
used as a ministry for our churches. Earlier registration is
$125. Brochures and more information can be obtained
from the church office and/or Rev. DeFino.
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Peninsula Delaware Conference
Salisbury District

Rev. Peggy Johnson
Peninsula Delaware Conference
Bishop

Rev. Frederick W. Duncan
Salisbury District
Superintendent

Church Staff
Rev. George R. Patterson, Senior Pastor
Rev. Dean DeFino, Associate Pastor
Rev. Dale Vroman, Associate Pastor
Mr. Zachary Wheeler, Youth Pastor
Mrs. Phyllis Oldham, Sanctuary Choir Director
Mrs. Sarah McCabe, Childrens Choir Director
Mr. David Lawson, Organist
Rev. Harry Gray, Handbell Choir Director
Mrs. Janal Walton, Director of Childrens Ministry
Mrs. Carolyn Lewis, RN, Parish Nurse
Mrs. Tracy Shannahan, CPA, Church Accountant
Mr. Wayne Tull, Sexton
Mrs. Sue Posey, Office Manager
Mr. Kyle Buchanan, Riverwalk Organist
Mr. Scott Albright, Video & Sound Technician

Church Leaders
Mr. Chuck Dix, Administrative Board Chairperson
Mrs. Lynne Smoak, Administrative Board Vice-
Chairperson
Mr. Tony Sarbanes, Lay Leader
Mr. Bob Moore, Staff Parish Relations Chairperson
Mr. Jim Thomas, Board of Trustees Chairperson
Mr. Carl Vincent, Finance Committee Chairperson
Mr. Kelly Shannahan, Nominations Committee
Chairperson
Mrs. Ellen DiCintio,, Treasurer

Committee Leaders
Mr. Tom Hopkins, Annual Conference Member
Mrs. Kay Hopkins, Missions Committee Chairperson
Mrs. Carolyn Lewis, Congregational Care Committee
Chairperson
Mrs. Laura Robertson Safe Sanctuary Team
Chairperson
Mrs. Vickie Blades, Membership Chairperson
Mrs. Jane Bowers, United Methodist Women President
Mr. Ed Freshwater, United Methodist Men President
Dr. Dorothy Baker, Health Outreach Ministry
Mr. Ron Moore, Trinity Trumpet Editor
Mrs. Karen Albright,, Video Ministry





TIFFANY AT TRINITY
Diane C. Wright, Curator of Glass at
the Chrysler Museum of Art in Nor-
folk, Va. and one of the leading au-
thorities on stained glass in America
visited the church in June to examine
our windows and mosaics. She took pictures and
made notes on our windows and mosaics. These
beautiful works of art are thought to be products of
the Louis C. Tiffany Studios. No definitive docu-
mentation of the creator of the all windows has
been found. Ms. Wright has spent the last two
months researching and consulting with other
stained glass experts. She will present her research
findings on Trinitys stained glass windows and
mosaics on September 19, 2014 at 6:00 pm in the
sanctuary. The congregation is invited but tickets
are required. Tickets are free and are available at
the church office.
ACOLYTES AND CRUCIFERS NEED-
ED
We are in need of new acolytes and crucifers!
Please encourage your sons/daughters grades 4-12 to
volunteer. This is a very important ser-
vice to our church and requires only a
few Sundays a year. To volunteer, please
call or e-mail Lisa Boltz at roo-
roo2@comcast.net or (410) 251-2852.
Training will be held on Wednesday,
September 10 in the sanctuary at 5:30
p.m.
SANCTUARY CHOIR
NEWS

The Sanctuary Choir will resume
rehearsals on Thursday, September
4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.
New members are always welcome.
If you are interested or have ques-
tions feel free to contact Phyllis Oldham at 410-749-
8374 or e-mail at pboldham@comcast.net
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Stories from the Basement
Help and Outreach Point of Entry, Inc.
By
Donna Clark RN, Director

Back in May 2007 when we moved into our office in the basement of Wicomico Presbyterian Church, the
office space seemed huge. We moved in with office furniture which was put together by two of our clients.
Some furniture was supplied by the church, and we felt we had more space than we would ever need. Over the
years we have brought in 4 more file cabinets, tubs to store the underwear and other clothing, food to feed
those who come to us hungry, and other miscellaneous supplies. This morning as the clients came en mass for
services our 5 volunteers and the clients coming to the back office for services were dancing around each other
in a slow waltz. Everyone was pleasant and cooperative. As I wended my way through the crowd, I had a
smile on my face, remembering the earlier days of our agency. God has blessed us with so much, and as long
as I stay out of His way everything seems to get taken care of.
Recently I have been rereading the book The Shack by Wm. Paul Young. It is a work of fiction, but it is a
deeply moving book about building a strong relationship with God. One of the illustrations is an image of just
falling backwards without fear because God will be there to hold you in His arms and protect you from all
harm. We are to trust our every action to Him knowing that He wants us to have a joyous and rich life.
The story of H.O.P.E., Inc. is one of trust in God. We started from the backs of our cars, and the office was on
the dining room table. God has supplied everything we have needed along the way. He blesses this ministry
with His love, and it shows on the faces of the volunteers and those we serve. Thank you Lord for every thing.

TRINITY UMC MILITARY COUPON PROGRAM
T.A. Phillips


Trinity continues to superbly support this program. Since July 2009, we have exceeded one million dollar val-
ue of coupons. We mailed May, 2014 coupons to U.S. Army, Grafenwoehr, Germany; June, 2014 to U.S. Navy Ikego,
Japan; and July, 2014 to U.S. Army Illesheim, Germany.

HELPFUL TIPS: Please do not tear the coupon booklets apar t. Leave the booklets fastened together
just like they arrive in the newspaper. If you do cut out the coupons: cut them into single coupons not in strips.
Please do not staple or roll the coupons with a rubber band.

As always, thank you for your response to support this mission to military personnel and families who serve
our country.

Report for the Program



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Grand Total
Dollar Value
($) of Coupons
for year

Grand To-
tal Number
of Coupons

Grand Total
Dollar Value
($) of Coupons
2009
July
2014

767, 458 $1,209,883.74
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The food theme for the Lazarus Food Pantry for September is PEANUT BUTTER and JELLY!!! In addition to pea-
nut butter and Jelly, the Lazarus Food Pantry still needs certain food items to supplement the government food and
make complete and nutritious meals! These items include cereal, pasta and sauce, macaroni and cheese, boxed dinners,
hamburger, chicken and tuna helper, canned soups, vegetables and fruits, canned meats, and individual juices and snack
items for the ready to eat bags! Trinity provides hardworking and faithful volunteers each month to help interview the
clients for financial assistance, pack and distribute the food bags, as well as organize and stock the shelves at the Laza-
rus Food Pantry!
The Salisbury Urban Ministry has implemented a Mens Welcome Center for homeless men. The Center is in need
of mens jeans size 32 or 34, and mens white T-shirts. Any of these items may be dropped off in the back of the sanctu-
ary or taken to the church office.
On Wednesday, August 20, our Trinity volunteers served over 100 hungry men, women and children at the Joseph
House soup kitchen. Our next day to ser ve will be Wednesday, September 17.
Thank you to all, who contributed back packs and school supplies to local organizations that were able to supply
neighborhood children with back to school supplies.
If you are interested in helping with any of these service projects, please feel free to call me at 443-944-0698.
Thank you again for your wonderful support of all of Trinitys missions pr ojects! I wish ever yone a Happy Autumn
Season.

Kay Hopkins
Missions Chairperson
443-944-0698
specialkay500@yahoo.com
SCHOOL + SEPTEMBER + LAZARUS FOOD PANTRY =
PEANUT BUTTER SUNDAYS

One could argue that there is no better lunch for a hungry
student than the great standby: a peanut butter sandwich
( unless, of course, you add some jelly )!

This September, please bring your favorite brand of
peanut butter to Trinity. Donations go directly to those
in need at the Lazarus Food Pantry.

On behalf of Salisbury Urban Ministries, I would like to thank the
Vacation Bible School students from Trinity, Bethesda, Wicomico
Presbyterian, and Faith Community Churches for their most generous
food contributions. Your students donated a very nice assortment of
food (175 items), all of which is much needed. Our Lazarus Food
Pantry and the clients we serve are very fortunate to have their help.
It is only through support of the churches and our community that we
can continue serving people in need. It is especially nice to see our
youth take such a caring role in helping those in need.

Thanks so much,
Dawn Shores
Lazarus Fund Coordinator

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American Cancer Societys RELAY FOR LIFE of Wicomico County

The American Cancer Societys Relay for Life is an opportunity for everyone to participate in the
fight against cancer. Use this form to order luminaria or to make a general donation to the American Cancer Society.
Thank you for your support!!

WHEN: September 19, 2014 at 6PM WHERE: Shorebirds Stadium Salisbury

WHAT CAN YOU DO: DONATE for luminar ia lights
DONATE - make a general donation to the American Cancer Society

LUMINARIA: Make a donation for the luminaria to be lit during our candle lighting ceremony at Relay for Life. Light
one in memory of and/or in honor of your loved one or friend who has/had cancer. You can light your luminaria at
dusk or we will light for you if you cannot attend.

Three types of luminaria: White BAG ($10 each) Bamboo Tiki Torch ($25 each) Metal Torch of Hope ($50 each)

I would like # _______ White Bags Amount Enclosed: $__________

I would like #_______ Bamboo Tiki Torch Amount Enclosed: $__________

I would like #_______ Metal Torch of Hope Amount Enclosed: $__________

Luminaria Type_____________ in Memory Honor of ____________________________
Luminaria Type_____________ in Memory Honor of ____________________________
Luminaria Type_____________ in Memory Honor of ____________________________

Donors Name: ________________________________ Phone:(_____)___________
Address: _______________________________________________________________ City:___________________
State:_____ Zip: ________ Email: ___________________

MAKE checks payable to: Amer ican Cancer Society or Relay for Life

SEND your completed form with your luminaria order and payment OR your general donation to the Trinity
church office.

Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.

INFO: Relay for Life www.r elayfor life.or g/wicomicomd or 410-749-1635

American Cancer Society OFFICE USE ONLY: *Credit this donation to: Trinity UMC Team
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The 2014-2015 school year will bring a change for our Childrens Choir. Every Sunday we will sing our bible songs and hymns in the
opening ceremonies of Sunday School until 9:45am; but now we will have a separate Childrens Choir as well. If your child loves to sing,
please join us for Childrens Choir rehearsal beginning September 7, 2014.
The new ensemble will perform in the sanctuary seven times throughout the school year. We are excited to introduce even more oppor-
tunities for solos and small groups within the choral literature, along with egg shakers, train whistles, and other fun instruments for the
kids!
WHAT? Trinity UMC Childrens Choir
WHO? Kindergarten - 4
th
grade
WHEN? 10:30-11:15am beginning September 7th
WHERE? Room 201 JMB
A time of fellowship and fun for parents too! Join us for coffee and conversation!

UMW Fall Soup and
Chicken Salad Sale

October 28 & 29


Fall is almost here, and I do hope one of your
thoughts would be of the Fall Soup and Chicken Sal-
ad Sale that we will be having on October 28 and 29.
Our new concept went over so well last year that we
are continuing to do the same this year.
We are doing carry-out orders for our wonderful
vegetable soup and our special peas and dumpling
soup. Along with the soups, we still are offering that
super great chicken salad that everybody loves. Or-
ders have to be in early to ensure everyone is able to
purchase their favorites.
When you pick up your orders, dont miss the
Bake Table that will be full of pies, cakes, brownies,
cookies, banana nut bread, and zucchini bread, along
with fudge and many other special sweets.
The deadline for ordering is Friday, October 10.
Looking forward to filling your orders with some
great food.
Jane Bowers, President
FLU VACCINE

Flu vaccines are here! Dates and
times for administering the shots
will be posted in the church bulletin.

2015 Appalachia Service Project

An interest meeting for our 2015 Appalachia Ser-
vice Project will be held on Sunday, October 5 at
7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Any high school youth,
parent, and other interested
adult should attend. Please
call the church office at (410)
749-5562 with any questions.
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Get ready! Last year was a blast, and we cant wait to do it again!

Our 6th Annual Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, October 25 from
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in the JMB.
We could use your help with our Fall Festival this month! Please check the list below to see if you could be of
service to the children of Trinity by donating either an item or your time. Thank you for your support in help-
ing us to make this event a success! Volunteer forms will be included in an upcoming bulletin.

ITEMS TO BE DONATED
Please place items in the back of the church or in the church office by Sunday, October 19. For large
item donations, please contact Sarah McCabe at (410) 677-3412, shether16@yahoo.com Thank you!

Apple cider (in disposable plastic containers)
Cakes, baked goods (for cakewalk) - Drop off date: Friday, October 24
th
in the JMB
Bulk bags of candy (for prizes)
Bulk bags of small toys (for prizes)
Single-serving bags of chips/pretzels (no large bags please)
Cans of soda (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite only please)
Bottled water (16 oz. bottles)
Hot dog buns
Hot dogs
Capri Suns
Loose corn kernels

VOLUNTEER TASKS
If you are interested in volunteering your time, please see the list in the back of the church for the following
categories.

Set Up (9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.)
Break Down (1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.)
Face Painting
Server: Hot dogs, apple cider, chips, cotton candy, popcorn, soda
Carnival Games: Bouncy House, Witches Brew, Ring Toss,
Cakewalk
Crafts (Pumpkin Painting, Beads)
Handout tickets at entrance
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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 ad-
ditions to, or corrections, of this
list.



SEPTEMBER
1- Bruce Bozman
Emma Hall
Robert Horsey
Chip Leonard
Wesley Richardson
Jimmy Sarbanes
Michael Saywell
John Terrell
Bonnie Walston

2 - Gwen Acle
Matthew Brittingham
Michael Brittingham
Chuck Dix
Craig Dodd
Chris McCabe
Lee Townsend

3 - Jamison Price
Michael Truitt

4 - Jay Darrah
Vonda Rossi
Brett Wiseman

5 - Cory Baysinger
Christine Bernstein
Jenna Bowne
Heidi Galloway
Emma Hillyer
Becky Merritt
Joseph OBrien
Albert Townsend
Barbara Twine




6 - Buddy Adkins
Peggy Cartwright
Jordan Jones
Art Legates
Lindsay Long
Adele MacMurray
Kellie Noonan

7 - Becky Blizzard
Sam Edney
Mary Johnson
Gavin Mariner
Kristen Messick
Sarah Smith
Carter Thomas
Fran Tracy-Mumford

8 - Curt Hickman
Jamie Hill
Morgan Hill

9 - Kylor Berkman
Andrew Emge
Rosemary Greenwood
Nicholas Hearne
Jack Kostelac
Valerie Landon
Sheila Loar

10 - Vicki Bozman
Remi Howard
Parker Mason
Laura McCarty
Michael Moses

11 - Colby Clifton
Allison Hooper
Ryan Nelson
Addy Seagraves

12 - Emily Butler
Johnathan Crockett
Ann Marie Desjardins
Jenna Hussey
Kailey Moyers
Julie Pryor
Philip Pryor
Pat Snyder
Ann Stevens

13 - Ed Baker
Curt Dodd
Gerry Farrelly
Michael Merritt
Heather Moore
Erin Mumford
Jay Savage
Carl Wilson




14 - Charles Meeks
Heidy Richter
Beryl Whaley
15 - Clarence Andrews
Case Dempsey
Matt Elliott
Katie Jones
Tom Lewis
Lauren Pusey

16 - Ann Marie Barnes
Joseph Duncan
Lorna Lyster
Blaine Mason
Jami Myers
John Phillips
Matthew Shores
Katherine Slaughter
Stacie Sousa

17 - Fernando Acle
Ernie Bailey
Griffin DelGaudio
Andrea Fletcher
Michael Hannemann
James Rapp
Nancy Sterling

18 - Mary Sue Gladden
Anita Hearne
Kay Hopkins
Jennifer Lopez
deVictoria
Conor Mason
Susan Moore
Matthew Morris
Katie Thamert

19 - Linda Hearn
Dixie Herweh

20 - Wayne Blades
Lillie Marvel
Bruce Roglitz
Stacy Wheeler

21 - Sonny Chiofolo
Nathanael Dees
Rex Hammer
Jamie Lawson
Cheryl Sandt
Andrew Thorsten
Maureen Truitt

22 - Missy Covert
Austin Loar
Katie Oldham
Ruth Richins
Kim Snyder



23 - Craig Booth
Eugene Ely
Ethan Giles
Julie Peters

24 - Spencer Brown
Christina Danzi
Erin Douse
Sheree Draucker
Andrew Haldeman
Joey Kutchen
Paige Paxton
Tracy Shannahan
Jason Thompson

25 - Mulan Bell
Mark Brennan
Greg East
Lesley Grier
Mark Nay
Naman Nay
Harrel Pitsenbarger
Melissa Saywell

26 - Lou Bradley
Kyle Mills
David Morris
Vera Patterson

27 - James Crouse
Julia Early
Melissa Graves
Marisa Post
Denise Rapp
Marci Ryan

28 - Blair Ritchie
Dan Todd

29 - Eva Ageloff
Katie Burkett
Erin Carlisle
Christian Gordy
Richard Hastings
Hannah Nechay
Dale Pusey
Matthew Webster

30 - Todd Bellamy
Chad Culver
Bill Lankford
Robert Mulford
David Thompson
Diane Tull

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Sun Sun Sun Sun Mon Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Wed Wed Thu Thu Thu Thu Fri Fri Fri Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat
1

Church Office
Closed
(Banks Closed)





LABOR DAY



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3
MMO


12pm Pastors
Advisory

1pm UMW Ruth




4

12pm UMW
General Meeting

6:15pm Handbell
Choir

6:30pm MOPS

7:30pm
Sanctuary Choir



5 6





7
8, 9:30, 11am
Worship






4pm Youth Group


8




1pm Bible Study

1:30pm UMW
Deborah
9












10
MMO

11:30am Lunch
Bunch



5:30pm Acolyte/
Crucifer Training
6:30pm Bible
Study

11

9:30am Altar
Guild


5:15pm Choice
Committee
6:15pm Handbell
Choir
7:30pm
Sanctuary Choir


12





13












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8, 9:30, 11am
Worship

9:30am Acolyte/
Crucifer
Dedication


4pm Youth Group


15

Newsletter
Articles Due


1pm Bible Study


16






5:15pm Finance
Committee


17
MMO

Joseph House
Feeding


6:30pm Bible
Study


18



6:15pm Handbell
Choir
6:30pm MOPS
7:30pm
Sanctuary Choir




19


6pm Tiffany
Window
Presentation

6pm Relay for
Life

20

8am UMM

10am-5pm Pictorial
Directory Pictures








21
8, 9:30, 11am
Worship

9:30am New
Member Class

12:45-4:45pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures


4pm Youth Group

22




12:30-7:30pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures


1pm Bible Study







23




12:30-7:30pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures







24
MMO

12:30-7:30pm
Pictorial Directo-
ry Pictures

1pm Christian
Book Club

6:30pm Bible
Study






25







6:15pm Handbell
Choir

7:30pm
Sanctuary Choir


26

10am Pine Bluff
Visitation





27


28

8, 9:30, 11am
Worship

9:30am New
Member Class

12:45-4:45pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures

4pm Youth Group


29



12:30-7:30pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures

1pm Bible Study








30



12:30-7:30pm
Pictorial Directory
Pictures






September 2014
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Membership News
August 17, 2014
Dylan Robert Meeks
Son of Drs. Andrew and Erin Meeks
Maternal Grandparents: Gerard & Roberta Martin
Paternal Grandparents: Dick & Margy Meeks
Godparents: Adam Meeks & Bethany Metzroth

DEATHS
June 8, 2014
Joanne Price Davis

June 10, 2014
Charlotte P. Betts

June 27, 2014
Curtis Baker Pusey

June 13, 2014
Rev. John Franklin Mitchell

July 28, 2014
Edna Turner Moore

August15, 2014
Larry Phillips



NEW MEMBERS
July 14, 2014
Carol Hardaway
204 North Saratoga Street
Salisbury, MD 21804

August 5, 2014
Lisa Justice
6439 Riawakin Drive
Salisbury, MD 21801

WEDDINGS
May 25, 2014
Katelyn Elizabeth Dunsten and James Tyler Barnes

May 30, 2014
Bethany Wilson and Kyle Mitchell Banks

June 14, 2014
Brita Ingram Paul and Daniel Sadtler Ayd

BIRTHS
June 20, 2014
Michael Ryan Shockley
Son of Matthew and Cristina Shockley

July 28, 2013
Samuel Aaron Evans
Son of Joseph and Sarah Evans

July 31, 2014
Josephine Louise Graves
Daughter of Zachary and Melissa Graves

BAPTISMS
May 11, 2014
Elizabeth Morgan Soper
Daughter of Dale and Kennedy Soper
Maternal Grandparents: Ron and Mary Nelson
Paternal Grandparents: Stewart and Alison Soper
Great-Grandparents: Elgar and Lucile Soper; Pat Evans
Godparents: John Wulff and Caroline Morris

July 27, 2014
Alexandra Jane Ayd
Daughter of Thomas and Katie Ayd
Maternal Grandparents: Dave and Jane Cooke
Paternal Grandparents: Thomas and Cindy Ayd
Great-Grandparents: David and Elizabeth Ridgely, Gene and Anne
Cooke, Frank Bill
Godparents: Daniel and Brita Ayd

August 3, 2014
Sadie Lee Robertson
Daughter of Scott and Megan Robertson
Maternal Grandparents: Dan and Maureen Williams
Paternal Grandparents: Brison and Patty Robertson
Great-Grandparents: Preston and Daisy Williams; Jim and Letitia
Brennan
Godmother: Lauren Williams










RECIPE CORNER


BANANA COCONUT CREAM DESSERT


2 CUPS ORGINAL BISQUICK MIX
2 TBLSP SUGAR
CUP FIRM BUTTER OR MARGARINE
1 CUP MILK
1 PACKAGE OF INSTANT VANILLA PUDDING /PIE
FILLING MIX
2 MEDIUM SLICED BANANAS
2 CUPS WHIPPED CREAM
CUP TOASTED COCONUT


Heat oven to 375. Mix Bisquick mix and sugar in medium
bowl and cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives.

Press in bottom of ungreased square 9 x9 baking dish.
Bake about 15 min or until light brown. Cool 30 minutes.

Make pudding as directed on package using the 1 cup
milk and spread over the crust. Top with banana slices and
spread whipped cream on top and sprinkle with coconut.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour but not longer than 24
hours.

*You can use cooked vanilla pudding and use
cool whip instead of whipped cream as it
works just as well. Low in calories per serv-
ing (205) and even lower using light cool
whip and sugar free pudding.


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Thank You

Summer Bulletin Folders

Warren and Joyce Boyce
Judy Briele
Dolly Burkett
Dottie Butler
Camilla Disharoon
Allison Freshwater
Bonnie Gibson
Louise Hearne
Linda Nelson
Sarah Renshaw
Laura Twilley
Barbara Webster



Newsletter Staff

General Editor:
Ron Moore
trinitynet@verizon.net

Mailing Coordinators:
Norman and Barbara Webster


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