Charlotte Knights Baseball July 25th

This past Saturday, a whole lot of Trinity Church was seen at the Charlotte Knights stadium! In support of the Montana Mission Team, a large group rode the bus and several families drove separately to enjoy a Saturday night baseball game in Fort Mill, SC. The Knights hosted the Rochester Red Wings! Although the game started out a little slow, things picked up in the last few innings! We went into the top of the 9th with the Knights up 6 to 4... thinking the game was over we were preparing to watch fireworks as soon as we got three outs! The Red Wings had something else in mind... as we went into the bottom of the 9th the game was now tied at 6. The Knights managed to get the bases loaded and the Red Wing Pitcher WALKED in the WINNING RUN! Not the most exciting and glorious victory... but we'll take it! The Knights won the game 7 to 6 in the bottom of the 9th! A whole lot of fun was had by all that were able to make it!

Baseball and Hot Dogs! A great Saturday Night!

Cynthia and her family had a great time!

The first couple innings were pretty slow.

Carolyn had some ice cream... and gave Lawrie the bowl.

It became the perfect hat for Mr. Walrus!

We had a pretty big crowd! Marion Elliot caught a foul ball!

At this point... the game was getting exciting!

But the kids weren't as interested...

Enjoying the game...

There were lots of our youth there!

Most of them didn't know much about baseball.

Cynthia was explaining the game a little to Beau and Blake.

The bottom of the 9th inning... game tied 6-6... two men on base!

WE WON!

Fireworks were great!

A little loud for the little ones... but enjoyed by all!

Just watching the fireworks.

It was pretty long too!

The grand finale! The perfect end to a great day at the ball park!

June 28 - Celebrating July 4th

This past Sunday, Trinity United Methodist Church celebrated July 4th! We all know what that means! Miss Doris sang the patriotic songs loud and proud, flags were hanging everywhere, and the Emmett Wilson Sunday School Class served BBQ Chicken for lunch! If you missed church this past Sunday, enjoy the pictures below.

Bringing in the light.

The fireman carried in the flags.

Saying the Pledge of Allegiance

Handbells played a patriotic medley!

Misti sang a beautiful song and played piano!

The choir sang lots of patriotic songs!

Chad and Avery carried the flame out into the world.

The Emmett Wilson Sunday School Class provided the famous BBQ Chicken lunch!

It was delicious!

We had a great big crowd stay for lunch!

May 31, 2009 - Graduation Sunday and End of the Year Youth Party

This was a busy day at Trinity UMC. We honored our graduates and enjoy a fabulous water party for the youth group to close out the year. Those who graduated this year included: Here are a few photos taken that day. 

Vacation Bible School 2009 Camp E.D.G.E.

If you haven't been at the church the past few nights... you have missed out! We have seen so many beautiful smiling faces passing through the church the past three nights! This year our theme is Camp E.D.G.E. and the kids have enjoyed every minute of our camp themed crafts, activities, snacks, music, and story time!

Blaze and Sparx have helped the kids to blaze the trail as they Experience and Discover God Everywhere! "Miss" Cheryl has led music and kept the kids singing these songs throughout the rest of the night! Michelle and her friends have helped the kids to make lots of fun crafts that the kids are excited to take home and show their parents. "Miss" Lynne and her friends have led the kids on three different journeys throughout the Old & New Testaments! "Miss" Ginny and her gang have given the kids a great boost with Sun Drop slushies, protein bars, mini pizzas, and more! Mr Shea and "Miss" Holly have led the kids through relay races and fun activities with the help of LOTS of volunteers!

So far, this has been a great year for VBS at Trinity UMC! Stop by the church at 6:30 tonight or tomorrow night and be a part! There is always a need for help in the crafts, snacks, or recreation! You can also come join Preacher Rick's Bible Study in the Sanctuary! There is something for everyone!

The WHOLE church is invited Friday night!! Come hear the kids sing their songs and share with everything they have learned at bible school. There will be hamburgers and hot dogs, a water slide, human bowling, and more! DON'T MISS OUT!

Christmas Time is Over....

This coming Sunday, you won't see the Christmas Tree in the Sanctuary. It is sad to see it all gone, but this past Saturday, January 10th we all got together and packed Christmas away for another year. The Nurture Committee would like to extend it's deepest appreciation to all those who came in November to "Hang the Greens" AND to all those who came back in January to "De-Hang the Greens." Thank you all so much for your help!

The Nativity Scene - Waiting to be packed up.

Getting it all packed away for another year.

It took a lot of hands - Thanks to Everyone!

Planning Session 2009

"Go Til God Says NO!" - That is the theme of Trinity United Methodist Church 2009!! Our planning session this past Friday, January 9th was a huge success! There were not very many people present, but those that were there were on fire for God! It's going to be a wild ride at Trinity Church this year! Be prepared to see lots of changes and lots of new things going on! This year, we are going to "Go Til God Says No!!" and see just how far he will take us.

Church Planning Summary:

A new year requires a new outlook and rededication for our church. We have now adopted a saying that we feel summarizes this New Year …… “GO UNTIL GOD SAYS NO!” Too many times we avoid starting a mission, event, etc. because “we” feel it won’t succeed! We need to get out of the way and allow God to direct us and our church!!

We discussed qualities and practices of fruitful (successful) congregations. Here are the 5 practices of Fruitful Congregations:

1. Radical Hospitality – reaching out to those that aren’t like us
2. Passionate Worship – actually praising God in our services
3. Intentional Faith Development – offering programs, services, guidance in order to further our personal relationship with God and spiritual growth.
4. Risk Taking – missions and services (Montana, Health Fair, Room in the Inn, etc)
5. Extravagant Giving – times are tough and extremely tough with our very own church. The bible says “…to do good, to be rich in helping others, to be extravagantly generous. If they do that, they'll build a treasure that will last, gaining life that is truly life." (I Timothy 6:7-19, The Message)

This Week at TUMC

Hey! We have LOTS going on at church this week! Throughout the week, several of the committees are meeting to make plans for 2009. If you are a member of a committee, call your committee chair to find out when your committee will be meeting.

This Friday, January 9th we are having our Church Wide Planning Session. Join us at 6:30 Friday night and help us plan events and activities for Trinity Church 2009!

Also, on Saturday January 10th, we will be taking down the Christmas decorations. We will need LOTS of help getting everything packed up and put away. We are meeting in the Sanctuary at 9:00. Call Shelly Swaringen if you have any questions!

Lots and lots to do! No time to waste! Step up and be a part!