Trinity Church Newsletter

Dear Trinity, Last month I began my letter by discussing transitions. I think this is why for the last few days my attention has been drawn to the weather and seasons. I sit here writing this letter on what is the first day of spring although it does not feel like it. I know that it is perspective (because I think like the rest of us I am ready for spring) but it kind of feels like winter will never end. But as I write this we have robins playing in the yard and the bright green shoots of daffodils peeking out of the ground. It is interesting to think about this as we begin a time of transition as the church. This time of transition where the leadership team and I make preparations for a new pastor to walk with you on this journey of faith. And personally as I work to not be a lame duck and finish strong so that the ministry of Jesus Christ may continue to flourish here in Kendallville as well as make the necessary preparations for my family to transition to a new church and commun

Last month, I asked you to reflect on three questions during Lent: What will you do…learn…or become in the liminal space between now and July?   What will you let go of so that your hands are free to embrace something new? What can we do together that will make us even stronger when our new pastor arrives? It has been a challenging month for many of us personally, professionally and as a church family coming to terms with Chris moving and a new pastor coming…and then NOT coming.   The word “mulligan” just might be our buzz word for a little while!   I’m not generally a Wikipedia fan, but I looked up the word mulligan and this is what it said, “A mulligan is a second chance to perform an action, usually after the first chance went wrong through bad luck or a blunder. Its best-known meaning is in golf, whereby a player is informally allowed to replay a stroke, even though this is against the formal rules of golf.” When I think of mulligan, I remember the story of mull

What’s Going On? By Pastor Chris Today I am going to do one of my favorite things. Answer questions that nobody asked. You may have seen that our special Easter offering is going to the Matsiko world orphan choir. My worry is that we may not have painted the full picture of who this group is and their ministry. (Especially since I put the wrong date of their performance in previous communications). So in an effort to communicate more clearly here are a few unasked answered questions (would that be a UAQ rather than a FAQ (Frequently asked questions))? What is the Matsiko World Orphan Choir? Currently made up of some of the poorest orphaned and at-risk children from Peru, India, Liberia and Nepal, the Matsiko World Orphan Choir (the flagship vehicle of International Children’s Network – ICN) captures the hearts of all who hear their hope-filled message. The kids sing with such passion and meaning that their hope of overcoming tragedy and the life-changing effects of an education

We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with other youth groups and putting on a “Night Of Hope” for the youth of Kendallville.  Miss Fort Wayne will be here on May 19th to host the event.  Keep on the lookout for more information. 

April 13—Kid’s Easter Party at Pastor Chris’ house—10:30am 18—Men’s Lunch Bunch—11:30am 19—Good Friday noon service at Faith UM 19—Windshield Tour TCUM sanctuary—6:00pm 21—Easter Sunday— 8:25 traditional service in sanctuary 10:45 celebration service in Gathering Hall 23—Sewing for Missions—9am-2pm 28-29—Men’s Lunch Bunch—US Airforce Museum, Dayton

Summer Camp Information It’s time to start making plans and reservations for summer camps.   Here are the links to United Methodist Church camps. Early bird registration is due by May15th.  Trinity is graciously covering 75%.  See Debbie M. for questions and registration codes.   debbiem@trinitychurchum.org Impact information about the camps— https://impact2818.org/about/ Pastor Angie has also informed us that Common Grace, through The Salvation Army, wants to send kids from Noble County to Camp Hidden Falls this summer.   The only cost to you is a $25 registration fee and the commitment to have a great time.  Here is the web site info please check it out and let Debbie or Angie know if you are interested. http://www.hiddenfallscamp.org/camp/