Announcements
Worship at Home Link
Please click here for the Worship at Home Link.
Advent and Christmas information: Click here.
Advent Wreath Kits: Sign up Today!
While we are unable to host an Advent Workshop this year, we are offering Advent Wreath Kits to take and make at home. The kit has greens, oasis (also known as the green squishy block) , pie pan, cut greens, candles. We have 30 kits available to pick up on November 29th from 3-5pm in the Trinity parking lot. If you are unable to come at this time to pick up, we will work to arrange a pick up (or drop off if you are unable to come to Trinity in person). There is a suggested donation of $10 cash or check when you pick up (to help offset the cost). Numbers are limited. Please sign up for your wreath here.
Everyone should have received an important Stewardship letter from Session and a personal note from Judith (yes, she handwrote over 300 personal messages!) this week. If you not received it by the end of the week, please email the office! Commitment Sunday is next week. If you have not yet made your pledge, we hope that you will take time this week and get it in to help us with planning for the year. The website has been updated so you can easily pledge online as well as opt to set up a recurring payment option. You are always welcome to send in a pledge card in the mail.
Angel Stars virtually available through November 30th.
Across the country, most families are challenged by the prospect of a continuing pandemic and its restrictions. These unprecedented times have impacted many of us, adding concerns and anxiety as well as prompting families to better understand how to manage and cope with prolonged stress, especially as parents and caregivers. During this virtual town hall presented by the APA Foundation, psychiatric leaders will participate in a candid discussion to help parents and caregivers recognize common signs of stress, learn ways to manage stress, and explore examples of how you can plan stress relief activities for your family. Please register at this link : Virtual Town Hall: Mentally-Healthy Families in Times of a Pandemic on December, 2nd 2020 from 8:00pm - 9:00pm E/T.
Men's Virtual Breakfast on Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30am Trinity men come together virtually for breakfast! Originally this group met in person at Silver Diner, but the pandemic will not stop them from gathering. To get a reminder email and the Zoom link, please email Rich Long.
Desks for students: Help Turn the Tables (pun supplied by Russ "Punster" Scholl)
Do you have an extra desk? Russ Scholl and Carolyn Carlson have been collecting desks for students in lower income populations as they lack a good work space while virtually learning. Russ has big vehicle to transport the furniture from donor's homes to Kenmore. School staff take it from there, storing the donations in a hallway until parents can come pick one up for their homes. The first group of 50 desks were distributed quickly, so we're on a second "call" for 27 more.
Three ways you can help:
1. Donate a desk
2. Help with pick-up and delivery
3. Let your friends and colleagues and network know of the need for desks
Please contact Russ for more details, or for a new pandemic joke...
Baby Items Collection
Families in Arlington need your gently used baby/toddler/preschool items-- from clothes to toys to umbrella strollers to cribs. The Trinity Preschool Board of Directors is partnering with Gabriel's Project to help families with young children this holiday season.
Saturday December 5th - 9a-noon - please drop off your items in the preschool parking lot.
Gabriel's Project will pick up the items, sanitize them, and distribute them just in time for Christmas! They can take anything EXCEPT for jogging strollers and changing tables. Gabriel's Project is specifically looking for baby bjorns, baby carriers, and umbrella strollers. When dropping off items, please wear masks and maintain social distancing. Questions? Email the preschool office.
Mental Health Spot
To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves -- there lies the great, singular power of self-respect. – Joan Didion,writer
Here is a link to a brochure from The National Institutes of Mental Health about teen depression. It has lots of great information!
For more mental wellness information: www.trinityarlington.org/MentalHealthHome
College Student conversation Sunday at 3pm
Do you know of a college student who could benefit from a light hearted chat with some old youth group friends? Ask Ben for the Zoom link.
Chat with Pastor Judith at 4pm
Zoom with Judith about the sermon or any topic on your mind. Sundays at 4pm The link is in the enews/bulletin or you can email the office to receive it.
Sunday Bible Study: 2pm on Zoom.
A new Bible Study starts on Sunday, September 27th. The study will be on the book of Daniel. This join the group fill in this simple google form
Just Coffee Hour: 10:am
If you would like to gather for a virtual coffee hour, please email Lynn Pollockfor the Zoom link. Meets weekly! 10an is the normal meeting time.
Office Hours for Prayer or Visit with Judith
Young Adult Mental Health: How are you doing?
Are you a Young Adult? Do you have a Young Adult in your family or circle of friends? The pandemic has been tough on everyone. Recently, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found increases in distress among young adults during the Covid-19 pandemic. Trinity is reaching out to YAs, their family and friends. It starts with this blog post from Dan Campbell and Rich Long, which includes resources, activities, and names of people you can talk/email/text with. Please pass along the link to your friends and family. For other mental health blog articles, click here.
Curriculum for Children
Because we can’t do Sunday school right now, each week we are sending out a curriculum for families with children. It is a basic curriculum with the aim of just getting families talking about faith. If you would like to receive the curriculum contact Ben at ben@trinityarlington.org
Volunteer - Get Active
Volunteering is a great way to beat the blues and help others in the process. MSM and Mental Health Wellness Team has put together a list of current opportunities for volunteers. Please check with the organizations, but they did their best to ensure the organizations were abiding by health regulations. If you are not able to get out, you can also donate items, write a random note to someone via USPS, or donate money. Here is an ongoing list of places to help
Small Group Space Reservations
Trinity small groups are now able to reserve in advance select indoor and outdoor spaces. Please email the office to reserve your space and get the sign up link. Please click here to learn more. Thank you to Session and Pastor Judith for taking the time to think through this challenging and evolving issue. We will update this information as it is available.
Operating Status/Small Group Reservations
The church remains closed at this time. Trinity small groups are now able to reserve in advance select indoor and outdoor spaces (which were updated this past week). In August, Session will re-evaluate opening for in person worship no earlier than September 6th. There are a lot of details in this evolving process, please click here to learn more. Thank you to Session and Pastor Judith for taking the time to think through this challenging and evolving issue.
Racial Justice
Racial Justice Updated Resources