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Trinity Episcopal Church June 2012 The Reverend Doctor Anthony Hutchinson, Rector
frtony@trinitychurchashland.org The Rev. Carol Howser, Deacon The Rev. Meredith Pech, Deacon

A SPECIAL TIME OF WELCOME!

As we continue the work of our Lord we took time in our busy schedule to stop, listen and welcome our new members on Monday, May 15th at a dinner held in their honor. On Trinity Sunday, June 3rd, the parish will welcome the new members officially. Trinity is blessed to have these wonderful members of Trinity Class of 2012 join our church family. They are: Elinor Blundell, Carolyn Brafford, Katherine Brafford, Eric & Georgia Bunn, Elizabeth Boggess & Daniel Bunn, Peter Dahoda, Jean Howard, John Hunt, Maureen Wilson-Jarrard & Jim Jarrard, Rick Johnston, Judy Jordan, Alexis Karnofski, Charles Leaf, Allan & Kathleen Miles, Tara Sullivan & Scott Nelson. Please take some time to get to know our new members as they travel their spiritual journey with us.
Trinity Newcomers Committee

Trinity worship
Sunday Mornings 8:00 AM, Holy Eucharist, Rite II 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Choir, Godly Play Sunday Evenings 5:00pm June 3: Contemplative Eucharist June 10: Evening Prayer June 17: Contemplative Eucharist June 24: Evening Prayer Morning Prayer 7:15 AM MondaySaturday Thursdays Noon: Holy Eucharist with Healing

Special Events
June 3 New Members Welcome at 10:00 Worship June 3 Annual Parish Picnic after 10:00 Worship

Office Hours

Trinity Sunday annual Picnic Festivities for all

We will celebrate Trinity Sunday, June 3, with our annual picnic. Following the 10:00 service, we will gather in the Cotton Meadows picnic area at the upper end of Lithia Park (maps are available in the church office). The vestry will provide grilled hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, and beverages. Please bring a side dish or a dessert and your appetite. This is a chance to enjoy the beautiful outdoors, visit with parish friends, and share delicious food. We hope to see everyone there.
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Father Tonys letter to the Trinitarians

Over the last few weeks, I on several occasions have found myself moved to tears of joy and reverence during the Trinity choirs singing of an offertory or communion anthem. he choice of music is so fine, the choral direction so sensitive and informed, and the actual singing done with such heart, that it was difficult not to hear the angels in the rafters. It has made me wonder if our worship and liturgical practices, as good as they are, match the high standard set by our music ministry or our pastoral care teams service. June 15 is the commemoration of Evelyn Underhill, Church of England writer on the mystic experience, who died on this day in 1941 at the age of 65. Underhills 1911 book, Mysticism: A Study of the Nature and Development of Man's Spiritual Consciousness, did much to rid the study of peak religious experience of the intellectual objectification and relative emotional sterility that had been introduced by William James 1901 book, The Varieties of Religious Experience. In describing worship, she likened a congregation to a tide-pool depleted and wasted at low tide that suddenly revives when the tide turns and the fresh ocean begins to flow in: Many a congregation when it assembles in church must look to the angels like a muddy, puddly shore at low tide; littered with every kind of rubbish and odds and ends - a distressing sort of spectacle. And then the tide of worship comes in, and it's all gone: the dead sea-urchins and jelly-fish, the paper and the empty cans and the nameless bits of rubbish. The cleansing sea flows over the whole lot. So we are released from a narrow, selfish outlook on the universe by a common act of worship. Our little human affairs are reduced to their proper proportion when seen over against the spaceless Majesty and Beauty of God. This is not just a matter of being quiet and prayerful in the minutes before worship begins and after it ends. It is a matter of maintaining a relaxed attentiveness to what we are doing in worship, whether it is reading the scriptures, preaching, saying the Eucharistic prayer together, or actually communing at the altar rail. It is also a matter of being spiritually open to practices that are beautiful and meaningful to others with whom we worship but that we may find, for many personal reasons, uncomfortable. As we move into ordinary time and the season after Pentecost, and as we continue to seek to discern what our congregation here at Trinity does best, and what gives us the deepest joy while identifying how we can make this meet the deepest needs of the community around us, may we notice the refreshment that worship gives us. And may we in our private and family prayer life continue to pray for growth at Trinity, and attracting more worshippers, including young people and families with children. Grace and Peace, --Fr. Tony+

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the Vicar of Dibley

On Saturday June 23 we will have as our guest at Trinity the Vicar of Dibley, The Not-so-Reverend Dawn French. Come and join us for this reappearance of life in a small country church in the English countryside. Who knew church could be so funny! Fr. Tom, Huberta Murphy and Bonnie Oliver will host this irreverent affair which includes a light buffet table and age-appropriate beverages. The party begins at 6:00 pm with the eating and sipping, followed by about 90 minutes of nonsense and not all of it in the film! Donation? Only $17, all of which goes to Trinitys Outreach. Brought to you by your Trinity Party of Parties organizers

Dispatches from the Camino

de Santiago de Compostela ( The Way of St James) from Martha Hutchison & her sister Rebecca May 16: Rebecca and I are in Roncesvalles tonight. This will be a short email as I have to get a shower and get to bed before they lock the door to the albergue at 10 pm. We are so happy to be here tonight. Roncesvalles is a VERY small town, population 100. Yet is overflowing with people from all over the world who are here to walk the Camino. I have heard several languages, and tonight at the Mass they read all the countries that had registered today--an amazing and wonderful experience. We begin walking tomorrow morning- they make us leave the albergue at 7am! Our first day is through lush very green country side.
May 17: Today the birds sang a love song from God to me all day long encouraging me on my way, Love, Martha

Well swaddled babies

Patti Chase thanks everyone who brought disposable diapers to Trinity on Diaper Sunday, Mothers Day. It was an amazing response with 1889 diapers! Patti delivered 800 diapers to the Ashland Food Bank, 920 to the Family Nurturing Center and 174 to St Vincent DePaul. But theres more to come. Were scheduled for another Diaper Sunday on Fathers Day, June 17. The challenge is on to deliver more goods for the wee ones! With about 2,000 births per year in Jackson County, we should have lots of takers. The Family Nurturing Center alone uses 250 diapers a week, so they and Lotus Rising will receive our next batch. The sizes most needed are 3, 4 and 5. Mark that date and keep those store clerks guessing! 3

Forum Topic for June 10, 2012

Defining a New Ministry at Trinity! In the current Mission Statement for Trinity Episcopal, Ashland we state To care for one another and the stranger alike. This is an opportunity to be in on the ground work of a ministry that may become known as the Zacchaeus Ministry. Check Luke 19: 1-10 to get some idea of a story that may help us form this expansion of ministry at Trinity! All are invited to this discussion. - Russ Otte
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Senior Wardens comments

Whenever Two Are Gathered in His Name... In the last few weeks Ive been privileged to attend three separate church events where the genuine warmth and mutual respect which abounds in our wonderful parish have been front and center. The Harveys, Patti Chase and Chappy Nelson, and all three of our Graves hosted a POP Kentucky Derby Party at Roger and Joelles beautiful home on May 5; Carolyn Edwards and her superb newcomers committee hosted a large and active Newcomers Dinner in the Parish Hall on May 14, and Linda and I hosted a POP vegan feast dinner party at our home after the Bonnie Scotland concert on May 19. About 25 of us were at the Derby Party (and three of us placed winning bets on Ill Have Another!). The Newcomers Dinner had 17 or 18 new members and as many or more veterans, and Lindas and my POP party included eight. All three of these events afforded terrific opportunities to spend some time with the usual suspects, several people we may not see as often, and in the case of the Newcomers, brand new friends whom we hope well see often in the future. These social relationships with each other deepen and enrich our sister and brotherhood in Christ, adding warmth and affection to our mutual lives together. This part of parish life puts us in closer touch with Christs human side, helping us feel Him working in our hearts in ways we may not often experience in a traditional church service. It feels great! Dont you agree? There have been POP events that Ive missed already. Im sure they were as rich as the ones Ive attended, and there are many more scheduled during the rest of the year. I encourage you all to be sure to enjoy the ones youve already signed up for, and to add more to your calendar by filling out the empty slots in those POPs which still have openings. And, while youre having a great time at these parties, dont forget that the ticket proceeds all go to Outreach, another expression of both Christs love and our love for each other in His name. Ward Wilson 4

JUNIOR WARDENS REPORT

Several parishioners have requested information from your Junior Warden regarding the comfort level and temperatures in the church sanctuary. I will attempt to explain, through my monthly message in the Trinitarian, the situation and the considerable effort we are extending. Our objectives are to balance human comfort for all in the sanctuary including the choir and clergy and also accomplish our goal of being good stewards of Gods creation by conserving energy. This will take two messages. This month I will discuss the issues we must address as a result of our beautiful but historic building and next month discuss what we are doing to accomplish our dual objectives of comfort and good stewardship. This discussion applies to the main church sanctuary only, as the parish hall, classroom wing and offices are totally different issues, just as challenging, which we can discuss at a later date. Since Trinity Church was built 118 years ago, there have been significant changes in architectural technology as well as the cost of energy and the universal commitment to energy conservation. However, the building is virtually the same as it was 118 years ago. We are so very fortunate to still have it as it was. Our church is not insulated to this day and 118 years ago there was no such thing as artificial air conditioning. Heat was provided by a hot water boiler fired by sawdust and wood chips from the local mills (very low cost, possibly donated) and delivered to the sanctuary by radiators controlled by primitive radiator valves. Cooling was provided by opening the windows and possibly some fans. Electricity was just coming into use so electrical lighting was minimal at best, so the congregation relied on candlelight and natural light from the windows. Today we are fortunate to still have the beautiful but uninsulated Trinity church building, a need for mechanical air conditioning, lots more state of the art lighting and still the same limited space including the Continued on page 6
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Your VESTRY
SENIOR WARDEN Ward Wilson (2012)

VESTRY HIGHLIGHTS
May 16, 2012 Gifts and Bequests Fund: This fund is the result of undesignated gifts to Trinity usually in memory of, and overseen by a committee composed of Anne McCollom, Frank Lang, and Chris Amorelli. Vestry approved development of a Request for Proposals (RFP) form to be written by Fr Tony and distributed to all parish committees, soliciting ideas for projects that might be funded with this money. An example of most recent funding was for development of Godly Play. Oral History Project Update: Two people so far have volunteered for training in this project, Ann Magill and Russ Otte. At least one more is needed. Chinese Services Update: Fr. Tony reported that the Bishop has enthusiastically approved offering a service in Chinese at Trinity. He hopes to use the Rite II version in modern Chinese from the Hong Kong Prayer Book, and to start this special service in June. New Chairs/Altar Rail: Discussion centered on need for additional chairs in the Narthex due to chairs moved to accommodate choir expansion. Cost and chair type will be investigated along with possible change in the altar rail, as well as creative ways to maximize limited space in the chancel area. Respite Care Program Proposal: The Vestry will entertain a specific proposal from Elizabeth Hallett for use of the Parish Hall as a respite center. This would be a spot that folks with various forms of dementia or other problems could be looked after as a way to give family care-givers a break. Trinity space has been used for this in the past. Revisiting Worship and Liturgy: A new look at how we worship, how we can make good things even better, has been embraced enthusiastically by the Worship Committee and is in the future for a discernment process by the entire church. Fr. Tony is interested in the congregation taking a careful look at who we are, where our greatest joy is, and how that joy can best meet the needs of our congregation and community. Authenticity, Joy, and Healing are three of his guide words at present.

JUNIOR WARDEN Milt Morgan (2012)

Vicki Gardner

(2012)

Jean McDonald

(2012)

Greg Gonzalez

(2013)

Tom Harrington

(2013)

Carol Harvey

(2013)

Donna Ritchie

(2013)

Bruce Duncan

(2014)

Norma Grenfell

(2014)

Nancy Linton

(2014)

Russ Otte

(2014)

Your Vestry meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Parish Hall. Parish members are welcome to attend. Submit written proposals for Vestry action to the Rector or the Parish Clerk (Phyllis Reynolds,) one week prior to the meeting.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The Year ending April 30, 2012 INCOME Budget this year $ 94,132 Actual this year 100,519 Actual last year 89,467 EXPENSES $87,113 96,971 71,805

Financial Reports are posted monthly on the Vestry Bulletin Board in the Parish Library. Dick Cogswell
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Junior Warden Continued small subsequent additions of the narthex and choir/ altar. How can we meet our two objectives of human comfort and energy conservation of Gods creation within these limitations and still maintain our wonderful and historic building? This is the challenge. Stay tuned--more next month. Milt Morgan, Junior Warden

OF Beans and Brew and Bakers

Coffee drinkers will have noticed that, for several months now, the brew at our coffee hour and other church functions has had a new and different character. As part of Trinity's commitment to social justice and environmental stewardship, we've now brew our coffee from fair trade, shade grown, organic beans, purchased through a locally-owned supplier. The beans themselves hail from Ethiopia, Guatemala, and Sumatra (our Trinity Blend coffee), and from Peru (our decaf coffee) The Parish extends a grateful thank you to the Coffee Angels who have so generously supported our coffee needs in the past. Those wishing to continue their support may do so through dedicated donation. In addition, our own special beans may be ordered by the pound or half pound, either pre-ground or whole bean, by means of the order sheet posted on the office bulletin board. Two dollars of the per pound price will go to Trinity's coffee fund. Speaking of coffee hour, we have an ongoing need for coffee hour nibbles-providers. Please give some thought to signing up on the sheet posted by the kitchen. Our Goodies Angels are greatly appreciated. They make a valuable contribution to our parish life. Have no feartake on a Sunday coffee hour and discover how rewarding this ministry can be. Yours, Allan Miles (editors note: Allan is a recent newcomer to Trinity who devotes many Sundays brewing or our wellbeloved coffee hourplease make yourself known to Allan and sign up for a turn to host or bring goodies or contribute to the fund that enriches our times together).

How to Be a link in trinity's Prayer Chain

Things don't usually work too well when a link is missing. Last month's story on Trinity's prayer Chain omitted some important info--how to contact the person who coordinates the effort. The Prayer Chain is a confidential ministry available to any of us. Those for whom prayers are offered may not be the same list of people and causes listed in the Sunday bulletin. Those individuals involved pray for people in crisis or who have chronic ongoing issues. We all have such concerns from time to time. Praying this way is a great ministry we can partake in regardless of our physical condition or mobility. If you have a prayer request or want to be part of the Prayer Chain, please contact Shirley Woodring .

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START RUMMAGING NOW!

As you continue your spring cleaning and make the transition from your fall/winter to spring/summer wardrobe, please remember to set aside your good, clean, gently-used clothing and household items for Trinity's Annual Rummage Sale. We will also happily accept donations of books, linens, china, home decor items, jewelry, and antiques/collectibles. The Rummage Sale will be held Saturday, August 25th with a Pre-Sale Event for parishioners and friends on the evening of Friday, August 24th. This is one of Trinity's major fund raisers to support our excellent Ministry of Music and also helps to bless other members of our community with items that we are no longer using. More information on the sale and opportunities for you to donate some of your time and talent to this worthy cause will be forth-coming as the date of this event approaches. Thank You, Sandy Cruz, Rummage Sale Chairperson

The Other Trinity Book Groups latest title

In June, the Other Trinity Book Group is reading God's Troublemakers: How Women of Faith Are Changing the World, by Katharine Rhodes Henderson. "Dr. Henderson, executive vice president of Auburn Theological Seminary (N.Y.), introduces us to non-traditional entrepreneurs who lead not "from above" but from "behind, within and beneath." These brave women of faith have a contagious fervor for doing justice in new and creative ways. Many of them who are more "spiritual" than they are "religious" teach those of us in leadership positions how to analyze conflicted situations and move, as she says, "organically and intuitively" from the center out and the ground up instead of from the top down. They teach us how to broker new partnerships and re-think conventional ways of addressing problems. (The Presbyterian Outlook) Join us for a lively discussion. We would welcome male points of view: Well meet Thursday, June 7, 5:30-6:30, in the Parish Library. Sarah Hopkins

Beware toiling bookaholics

Were hoping some of you will explore the parish librarys website at http:// www.librarything.com/catalog/Trinitychurch.ashland. This catalog in the cloud has replaced those little index cards and its your way of finding out what rich items our parish library contains. There youll find close to 1000 books and DVDs weve added to our collection. You can also read or write reviews, check related blogs, see what hundreds of other libraries have, join discussion groups, read biographies of authors and summaries of their other works. So check it out. And if youd like to join our Friday work party, we meet most Fridays at 11 a.m. It wont be too long before the place looks decent again, and youre free to borrow whatever you see there, or read about it all online. The Library Crew

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the Trinitarian June 2012

Trinity worship Sunday Mornings 8:00 AM, Holy Eucharist, Rite II 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Choir Godly Play
10:00 - 11:30 AM, Infant care

The trinity vision To be the Episcopal presence in Ashland, welcoming all who seek Christ in a parish family, where all of Gods children can find, celebrate, and grow in Gods grace.

5:00pmSunday Evenings Contemplative Eucharist June 3 and 17 Evening Prayer, June 10 and 24 7:15 AM MondaySaturday Chanted Morning Prayer 12:00 PM Thursdays Holy Eucharist with Healing
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