“Receive the Holy Spirit”
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HOLY TRINITY
HOLY TRINITY
HOLY TRINITY
HOLY TRINITY
Episcopal Church
Fruitland Park, FL
www.holytrinityfp.com
TIDINGS
May 2009
May 2009
May 2009
May 2009
“Spring Fling ‘09
”
Friday, May 22- 6pm
Barbeque Picnic Dinner &
Dancing under the Stars-
Dress: Beachy- Springy- Lighter than Air!
It’s no secret that Holy Trinity does three things
extremely well! First, we worship together with great
joy. Second, we play a mean game of golf with the
Holy Hackers. Third, we love to eat and dance!
On Friday, May 22nd at 6pm the Vestry and the
Fellowship Folkes are proud to present “Spring Fling
’09.” This FREE event will feature a two barbeque
main courses with covered-dish sides, salads and
desserts. The parish will provide soft-drinks & coffee.
The evening will include dancing under the stars,
by way of the giant disco ball and lights, with our
favorite DJ Denny Rogers. Dinner starts at 6pm, with
dancing from 7-9pm out on the patio.
The Spring Fling will include two (or more) k inds
of pulled-pork barbeque prepared by Rob Michaels.
In addition to the traditional barbeque sauce style,
there will also be a magical medley of North Carolina
style barbeque with authentic vinegar and served with
sweet slaw. Rumor has it that there may also be
South Carolina mustard style barbeque as well, but
this reporter has been unable to get Rob to spill the
beans.
Parishioners are asked to bring favorite side
dishes, casseroles, salads & desserts to accompany
the main-course barbeque. There will be plenty of the
palate pleasing pulled pork at the event, correcting
the oversight of the great jambalaya shortage of
Mardi Gras 2009!
Sign up entails two steps: 1.) Sign up with the
number of people coming- feel free to bring a few
friends or neighbors- in the appropriate area for the
type of dish you’re planning to make. 2.) Stop by the
volunteer area to sign up to help out with the event.
Remember, this one’s a freebie, and we’ve got a
great year in store for fellowship!
Search Committee Completes
Extensive Parish Profile
Major Milestone Reached
The Search Committee has completed a major
step in the process of locating our next priest. The
Parish Profile is finished. After much work by
members of the committee and by you, the Holy
Trinity community, the document describing who we
are is done. The committee put on a thorough
presentation of the document between services on
May 2 that had about 1/3 of the Parish in attendance.
As you may remember, the milestones in the
search process include:
•
Preparing a profile of our parish
•
Obtaining nominations
•
Screening candidates
•
Issuing a call
Preparing the profile is a critical step in the process
because it is the mechanism that we use to measure
everything we decide to do in securing a permanent
Rector.
The Bishop’s office uses the profile to select a list
of priests for us to consider as nominees. The
Search committee uses the profile to review that list
and determine which nominees we feel are the best
candidates for our priest. The candidates use the
profile to begin to know us and decide if they feel they
might fit in our community.
The Committee uses it as the basis for
interviewing candidates. And finally, the Vestry uses
it to measure the fit with our community as they
decide on calling our new priest. That’s a lot of
weight for one document to carry!
For anyone interested, you can view the
document at the Holy Trinity website
(www.holytrinityfp.com). For those of you without
internet access, copies will be available for viewing in
the parish office.
The next step, obtaining nominations, is done at
the Diocesan office, and should be finished within the
next couple of weeks. Then the committee will begin
the process of screening candidates.
Spring Flowers
Rose Bradley
Pentecost
Duccio di Buoninsegna
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Volunteers Needed For Many Activities
With all the activities going on around the Parish,
volunteers are needed to help keep the work flowing
smoothly. Please take a look at the list and consider
helping out where possible. Thanks!
Volunteers needed for “Spring Fling”
Friday May, 22nd.
Food Prep- 2 volunteers at 4 pm
Making and Hanging Decorations, Setting Tables-
6 volunteers at 2 pm
Setting up Food at tables-
2 volunteers 5:30 PM
Clean-up- 10 Volunteers
Volunteers needed for
School Graduation Dinner.
Friday, May 29th
6 parishioners to help serve hors d’oeuvres & sit
down dinner and help clean up. 4:30- 7pm
Volunteers for Gardens and Grounds
are Always Welcome For on Saturday morning a
month. Contact Russell Casson at 352-787-0508
Food-stuffs needed for Salvation Army Foodbank
Please remember the ever-increasing need for pantry
food for the local area food bank s. Please place your
offering on the front pew of the Church. Thank You.
Sanctuary Light now a Burning Candle.
Each candle burns for seven days
At this year’s Great Vigil of Easter, sparks struck
from flint and steel fell into a bowl of kosher salt and
alcohol placed on the baptismal. As Father Michael lit
the Paschal Candle from that flame we prayed, “Holy
Father, accept our evening sacrifice, the offering of
this candle in your honor. May it shine continually to
drive away all darkness.”
All of the candles were lit from that same flame,
including the new Sanctuary Candle, which now
hangs in our chancel. Each Wednesday the flame
from the old candle will be “transferred” to a new one,
until next year’s Good Friday Service, when it will be
extinguished.
Every time you look at the flame, remember from
whence it came and the circumstances of its kindling,
“This is the night, when Christ broke the bonds of
death and hell, and rose victorious from the grave.”
If you wish to sponsor the burning of the
Sanctuary Lamp, it will be noted in the bulletin and on
the web page as being in honor of, in memory of, or
in thank sgiving for someone, as you wish. Sign up in
the parish hall or call the office to reserve your
week(s). Please make your check out to HTEC and
mark “Sanctuary Candle” in the memo. The cost is
only five dollars for one week
.
For those weeks not sponsored, the candle will
be noted as burning in honor of, “Christ, the Morning
Star... who gives His light to all creation.”
Holy Trinity Episcopal School graduation
ceremony for middle and high school
graduates will be on May 29, 2009 at 7:00
PM in the Church. All parish members
are invited to attend.
Prayer Shawl Gathering on May 11th
For those wishing to become involved in the
creation of prayer shawls, please join the group on
Monday, May 11 at Perkins. For more information,
see or call Terry Colla at 352-728-6604.
Interfaith Group Offering: Roman
Catholicism- Variations in One Faith
Tuesday, June 5th, at 7 pm, for anyone
interested, Rob Michaels will be leading a panel of
roman Catholics who will explain some of the
variations of practice in the Roman Catholic Church.
Areas for discussion will include the married
Priesthood, Traditional Tridentine Masses, Opus Dei,
the Works of the Church, and other NON-political
topics. The event is free, but please call Rob
Michaels at 352-750-0246 for location, reservations
and details.
The Tri-County Interfaith Group (TCIG) of Lake,
Marion and Sumter will meet after the event to
discuss other upcoming events. The group seeks to
invite people of all faiths into a deeper understanding
of the origins and expressions of the diverse religious
cultures in the world.
Holy Trinity School Board Report.
School will be in session for the 2009-2010
school year. The board met this evening (4/14) to
discuss a number of items that will be covered in
minutes to be distributed to you later. Also of note is
that the local Eagles Club presented a $3,000 grant
to the school. They had previously gifted the school
with $100 for each student for the purchase of
Christmas gifts
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Ruth Mower
Our New Parish Administrator
Earlier this year a vestry member
suggested the need for a parish administrator who
would be in charge of the day-to-day operations of
the parish, who would not only relieve the priest of
some of those tasks, but many of us as well. In the
meantime the results of our Parish Survey revealed
the need to improve the effectiveness of our
operations which then became a goal stated in our
Parish Profile.
Among the responsibilities assigned to this
position are accounting functions to be determined by
the parish treasurer, Carol Wang, including
procurement of supplies primarily for the parish
house, the creation and production of service
bulletins and the coordination of parish activities.
We found the person who we believe fits all
of those qualifications and then some. In fact, much
to our surprise she and Father Recla once work ed
together in The Villages. She just happens to
be the current secretary of Holy Trinity Episcopal
School— Ruth Mower. In talking with both Ruth and
Headmaster Tom Boyd it was agreed that Ruth can
easily hold both positions and so do we. So the voice
you hear answering your phone call will be Ruth's.
Why not give her a call or better yet, drop by the
office to introduce yourself if you've not yet met?
Our former secretary, Elaine Grae, work ed
for us for just over three years. We appreciate her
service and are grateful for her time with us.
Joy and blessings,
Donna Bott, Senior Warden
New Tables & Chairs Donated
Thanks to a very generous anonymous donation,
the Parish has been able to purchase an additional
three 8’ conference tables and 20 additional chairs.
This gift allows us to maximize seating for Parish
events without the need to “lug” the heavy chairs from
the choir room or to rent them at considerable cost
from a party supply store.
So thank you, and God Bless you, anonymous
people!
Fellowship Plans Some Big Things!
Looking for some fun things to plan for? Why not
consider the Fellowship Folkes? This year, in addition
to our scheduled “Big 4” events, we’re looking to
expand our offerings to include Parish picnics,
outings, movies, game nights & other events.
If you’d like top become involved in planning and
developing ideas, please consider joining our merry
band. Simply see Hank Childs on Sunday mornings,
or email him at
hchilds@massmed.org
or phone at
352-430-1028.
.
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed
It’s Easier Than Ever
One of the most fruitful ministries at Holy Trinity
is our coffee hour where brothers and sisters in Christ
can greet on another and get to know each other
better in our church family. It’s also a great place to
greet newcomers to our parish and make them feel
welcome.
Coffee hour is also one of our more important
ministries as it continues the fellowship of the
Eucharist into a social communion. Some changes
have been made to the schedule
and to the list of responsibilities.
to make it easier for volunteers.
First off, the coffee is
already made and hot when you
arrive. Volunteers for both
services need to set out cups
and condiments, along with any
pastries, food, and the like, and
then straighten up afterwards.
Volunteers do not have to bring in edibles, but
are certainly welcome to. Reimbursement is also
available from the Parish for any expenses related to
refreshments.
There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in
the Parish Hall. We hope all those who enjoy coffee
hour will take a turn, making responsibility much less
burdensome
.
Holy Hackers Grow, and Grow!
wow
!!! !!!! What a day we had at the Penbrooke
Fairways on May 9. There were 37 folks (10
teams) that showed up for a morning of golf followed
by lunch and libations. And what a special day it was
- 8 of the young men who have been attending the
Golf Academy, headed by our own Janet Dearcopp,
joined us today, (Shawn, Mikey, Daniel, Jeff, Howard,
Chris, Noah, and David) with the day serving as
their “graduation” ceremony from the Academy.
The students were made honorary members
of the Holy Hackers, and Tom Boyd, Headmaster of
Holy Trinity School joined us as well. Mike Browne
arranged for a reporter and a photographer from the
Daily Sun to interview the young men and their
coaches. Keep an eye out for the article, which will
provide good exposure for Holy Trinity Church &
School, the Holy Hackers, and the great folk s at
Pennbrooke Fairways.
The day’s big winners were Team "0" Judy
Neikirk , Lou Criscuolo & Harold Topping placing 4
under par. Janet Dearcopp is on injured reserve, but
rode along as caddie in charge and providing moral
support. A great time was had by one and all!
Next month's Scramble will be held on
Saturday, June 13, 2009. The sign-up sheet will be
on the Parish Hall Bulletin board. Beat the rush and
sign-up early. A big thank you to everyone that came
out to play, and all of you who are headed up North,
we’ll miss you!
Please keep Diane Donovan in your
prayers as she recovers from surgery.
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Parish Office: 352-787-1500
Office hours Mon - Thursday am-noon
Fax: 352-787- 8063 htecns@aol.com
Ruth Mower – Parish Administrator
Rev. Lawrence Recla
Priest-in-Charge
Donna Bott, Sr. Warden 259 - 6087
Sharon Redding, Music Director
Bob Mower and David Snow, Sextons
Thomas Boyd, Headmaster, HTEC School
Rob Michaels, TIDINGS Editor, 750-0246
ptownrob@comcast.net
May Birthdays
Carol Thomas
5/03
Buster Evertsen
5/08
Bev Pignetti
5/09
Gary Sligh
5/09
Darrell Braden
5/10
Pauline Kepner
5/11
Ellwyn Roth
5/16
Wayne Justison
5/18
Ted Bedell
5/18
Sharon Redding
5/19
Walt Kawarsinski
5/19
Lucille Michaels
5/20
Susy Brown
5/21
Raymond Trudeau
5/26
Hank Childs
5/26
Julie Sligh
5/27
Donna Bott 6/04
Richard Barringer 6/05
Elaine Smith 6/06
Audrey Frazier
6/07
May Anniversaries
Ron & Carol Thomas
5/01
Gary & Julie Sligh
5/05/90
Bob & Elaine Pearson
5/08/04
Emil & Bev Pignetti
5/16
MaryBeth & Jack Cunningham 5/21/91
John & Patsy Tyler
5/27/72
Michael & Amy Rowell 6/03
www.holytrinityfp.com
NEW ADDRESS for Holy Trinity Hotline
holy-trinity-hot-line@googlegroups.com
Sunday Eucharist 8am & 10am
Sunday Forum at 9:15am
Holy Eucharist and Rite of Healing Wed. 10am
Parish Members in our Prayers
Darrell Braden Sheri Banks
Pat Casson Margaret Piper
Mary Childs Phil Shannon
Terry Colla Lee Shawcross
Sally Dover Jeni Schotta
Dottie Heckters Patti Taylor
Wayne Justison Al Ellis
Jean Howe Mimi Trout
Lu Michaels
John & Marie Torrey
Carol & Norman Turner
Prayers for Friends & Relatives
Dorothy Cangro- Sister-in-law of Sara Herman
Carol Cohan - Friend of Donna Bott
Emma Jean Conover - Sister of Pauline Kepner
Cathy Erdelyi - Daughter of Jan & Anthony Cannella
Marylen Hastings - Daughter-in-law of Betty
Hastings
Lewis Herman – Husband of Sara Herman
Paul Jones- Father of Rod Jones
Terry Kryzwicki, (Iraq) –Son of
Wally & Ginny Kryzwicki
Arleen - Relative of Sara Herman
Lisa McLaughlin - Daughter of Pat McLaughlin’s
Chester Morton - Brother of Pauline Kepner
Ed Murray
-
Husband of Sandy Murray
Pen Niekirk
–
Friend of Harold Topping
Carlton Phillips
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Brother of Carol Regna
John Phillips
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Nephew of Carol Regna
Bonnie Provenchur - Neighbor of Pauline Kepner
Ginny Robey, Sister of Ruth Mower
Lucas Roth- Brother of Sara Herman
Jean Schultz- Mother of Donna Bott
Greg Simonson- Nephew of Jeni Schotta
Marguerite Storey- Mother of John Storey
Sandy Torre - Granddaughter of Frances Justison
Kyle Wannigan (Iraq) - Grandson of
Bev & Emil Pignetti
Jean Yasner - Friend of Diane Donovan
Mary Young
-
Friend of Diane Donovan
Joe & Carol Regna 6/05
John & Candy Storey 6/06
Around the Parish
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Sunday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday
1
2
8:30 am
Men’s Prayer
Group
9:30 am
Altar Guild
3
8 & 10 am
Eucharist
9am Search
Committee
Presentation
4
7 pm
Search
Committee
Mtg
5
10am
Bible
Study on
the Square
6
10
Eucharist
& Healing
11-Prayer
Shawls
7pm-Choir
7
8
9
Holy Hackers
9:30am
Penbrooke
Sign up Parish
Hall or Call
Pat 751-6487
to confirm
10
8 & 10 am
Eucharist
9:15 Forum
Fellowship
11
Prayer
Shawls
@ Perkins
Terry Colla
352-728-
6604
12
10am
Bible
Study on
the Square
13
10
Eucharist
& Healing
7pm-Choir
14
6:30 pm
Vestry
15
16
17
8 & 10 am
Eucharist
9:15 Forum
Fellowship
18
19
10am
Bible
Study on
the Square
20
10
Eucharist
& Healing
7pm-Choir
21
Day of
Ascension
22
Spring Fling
6pm
Free- but
RSVP!
Dress Code:
“Springy!”
23
24
8 & 10 am
Eucharist
9:15 Forum
Fellowship
25
26
10am
Bible
Study on
the Square
St.
Augustine
27
10
Eucharist
& Healing
7pm-Choir
28
29
HTEC
High School
Graduation
& Dinner
30
31
Pentecost
May 2009