Trinity United Church of Christ Bulletin

CHURCH INFORMATION
Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn, Executive Minister

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Michael Jacobs, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Rochelle Michael, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Tiffany Trent, Assoc. Pastor Rev. Barbara A. Heard, Vol. Assoc. Pastor Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor Min. Carmin Frederick, Pastoral Intern Min. Victor Parrott, Pastoral Intern Min. Grant Crusor, Pastoral Intern EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Deacon Wilfred Bentley, Business Mgr. Daryle Brown, Dir. of Multi-Media Comm. Ebony Only, Dir. of Human Resources Rev. Mark Smith, Comptroller Daryl Walker, Min. of Worship & Arts OFFICE OF THE SR. PASTOR Melody Morgan, Exec. Asst. to the Pastor Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst. Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst. Rev. Joan Harrell, Dir. of Public Comm. Rev. Aaron McLeod, Dir. of Special Projects
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Sr. Pastor
PROGRAM STAFF Deacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Exec. Dir. of Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. of Christian Education Weekly Praise/Prayer Service 11:30 a.m. and 7:14 p.m. Saturday Church School 9:00 a.m. CFABS Bible Study 773-966-1507 For current schedule, Visit www.trinitychicago.org LIVE Sunday Webcasts 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. www.trinitychicago.org Television Broadcast Sundays, 1:30 p.m. (WJYS, Check local listings) Prayer Line: 866-962-5650 Radio Broadcast Sundays, 6:00 p.m. WVON 1690 AM
Sunday Worship Services 7:14 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. (Praise Service begins 15 minutes prior) Youth Church 7:14 a.m., 10:45 a.m. Bible Discovery Hour 9:45 a.m.
Church Hours Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Fridays 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sundays 6:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120 Telephone (773) 962-5650
www.trinitychicago.org
There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. 1 Corinthians 12:5 (TEV)
Table of Contents
Order of Worship (7:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m.) .......................................................................................................2 Order of Worship (6:00 p.m.) ..........................................................................................................................3 Hymn of Praise How Great Is Our God" .........................................................................................................4 Unison Scriptures ............................................................................................................................................4 Confession of Sins............................................................................................................................................5 Stewardship Tithing Litany ..............................................................................................................................6 Sermon Notes/Prayer Concerns ......................................................................................................................7 Thank You ........................................................................................................................................................8 Green Committee ............................................................................................................................................9 Saturday Bible School ....................................................................................................................................10 Bible Class Registration/Leadership Bible Class.............................................................................................11 Singles Ministry Fashion Extravaganza ..........................................................................................................12 Worship and Arts Ministries/Africa Ministry .................................................................................................13 Operation Share ............................................................................................................................................14 Elders Month Photos/Divine Imagination/Forgive Us Our Debts ..................................................................15 New Members Class ......................................................................................................................................16 Top Box/Athletes For Christ/Empowering Voices ..........................................................................................17 Calendar ........................................................................................................................................................18 Events ............................................................................................................................................................20 Service and Support Groups ..........................................................................................................................23 2012 Memory Verses.....................................................................................................................................24
Trinity UCC Media and Technology Protocols

Photography and Recording: Still photography, videography and audio recording of our worship services, ministry programs and community services is prohibited on church property, without prior expressed approval from Trinity United Church of Christ. To request permission, contact Rev. Joan Harrell, Director of Public Communications, at 773-962-5650. Media: If visiting in an official media capacity, please be sure to check-in at our reception desk upon arrival. WiFi: Trinity UCC offers Wifi for our members and visitors as a courtesy, so that they may participate in our worship services and ministry. User ID: trinity Password: guest Listening Assistance: As we endeavor to maintain a sacred worship experience, please return listening devices following the Benediction. An Audio Technician is available in the sound room for 15 minutes following each service for the return of your device. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
2012 Trinity United Church of Christ. All Rights Reserved. Any unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.
Communion Sunday September 2, 2012
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Order of Worship - 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Opening Song (7:30 a.m.) ........................................................................ He Is High And Lifted Up Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) ............................................................... O Give Thanks Unto The Lord Opening Song (11:00 a.m.) .................................................................. Weve Come To Praise Him Hymn of Praise ............................................................................................How Great Is Our God Unison Scripture (7:30 a.m.) ....................................................................................Mark 1:35 (NIV) Unison Scripture (11:00 a.m.) ...............................................................................Mark 1:35 (NRSV) PLEASE REMAIN STANDING FOR THE READING OF THE WORD Invocation Parish Concerns Visitor Recognition Passing of the Peace The Pastors Word The Service of Communion Confession of Sins Communion Collect Distribution of Elements Assurance of Pardon Words of Institution The Service of Giving Offertory Sentences Tithes and Offerings Benevolence Altar Call (7:30 a.m.) ............................................................................................. I Need You Now Altar Call (11:00 a.m.) .............................................................................. I Am Just A Prayer Away Sermon .........................................................................................."Growing In Christ, Pt. 4: Prayer Hymn of Invitation ............................................................................................................... Selected Benediction ........................................................................................................ The Irish Blessing
September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday
Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.

Opening Song ........................................................................................"Come Thou Almighty King" Ministry of Music..............................................................................................More, More, More Sermon ..........................................................................................Growing In Christ, Pt. 4: Prayer Hymn of Invitation ............................................................................................................... Selected The Service of Giving Offertory Sentences Tithes and Offerings Benevolence The Service of Communion Confession of Sins Communion Collect Distribution of Elements Assurance of Pardon Words of Institution Right Hand of Fellowship/New Members Altar Call/Benediction ......................................................................................................... Selected [Once the sermon has begun, parishioners may not enter or re-enter the first floor sanctuary.]
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Hymn of Praise
7:30 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD

How great is our God, Sing with me, How great is our God, All will see How great, how great, is Our God. Name above all names, Worthy of all praise, My heart will sing how great is Our God.
Unison Scriptures
7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. - Mark 1:35 (NIV)
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.
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11:00 a.m. Mark 1:35 (NRSV)

In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed.
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6:00 p.m. Mark 1:35 (The Message)

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While it was still night, way before dawn, he got up and went out to a secluded spot and prayed.
HYMN OF PRAISE & UNISON SCRIPTURE
Confession of Sins
Almighty and Most Merciful Father, we come before You, acknowledging our sins, our shortcomings, and our breaking of our Covenant with You. Not only have we done things we ought not to have done, said things we ought not to have said, left undone so many things we ought to have done and been silent when we should have witnessed for You. Not only are we guilty of that, O Lord; but we have also closed our eyes and pretended not to see the injustices, the racism and the evil which pervade our everyday lives. We have shut our ears and pretended not to hear the cries for liberation which come from the lips, lives and hearts of the oppressed even our own Black brothers and sisters! Forgive us, O Lord, renew our courage and faith, and keep us ever mindful of Thy great sacrifice. Hear us, we beseech Thee, as we come to You in love and worship giving Your Name the praise forevermore. ****** To All Our Visitors ... To all who mourn and need comforting ... To all who are friendless and want friendship ... To all who are oppressed and need liberation; and to whosoever will come, Trinity opens its doors. Thank you for coming, and may God bless you.
CONFESSION OF SINS
Stewardship Tithing Litany

Minister: Congregation: Minister: Congregation: Minister: Congregation: Minister: Congregation: Minister: Congregation: Minister: Congregation: Minister: Together: Tithing is the biblical principle of returning 10% to God first. The earth is the Lords, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. Debt is a spiritual issue. We are robbing Gods people when we live beyond our means, refuse to budget, invest, save, and tithe; we are seduced by debt. The land must not be sold permanently, because the land is mine and you reside in my land as foreigners and strangers. Tithing, budgeting, and stewardship are the solutions to the spiritual problem of debt. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. STEWARDSHIP TITHING LITANY Debt is fed by the desire for immediate gratification, poor planning, and the need to keep up appearances. His master replied, Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your masters happiness! Tithing, saving, budgeting, and good stewardship of resources is the calling of all Christians. Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Debt slavery has been used since 1863 to prevent people of African descent from gaining power and independence. Share with the Lords people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Our ancestors were forced into slavery. Today, we volunteer to be enslaved by debt and we mortgage our childrens future. O God, we have been called to be a debt-free congregation. We are called to teach our community, children, and grandchildren the discipline of tithing, the power of budgeting, the blessing of saving, and the benefit of investing. We desire to live debt-free because it honors God and our ancestors, who died not for debt, but that we may live free with our God. Amen.
Sermon Notes
Prayer Concerns
SERMON NOTES/PRAYER CONCERNS
Thank You
Trinity Family, I greet you from Tempe, Arizona, where I will have finished a week of classes as you hear and read this letter of gratitude. The love of Christ is the only love deep enough and wide enough to express how you all have blessed me. You have called me, prayed for me, emailed, texted, sent cards, connected me with your loved ones, congregations, and even offered suggestions for someone to cut my hair! Your encouragement and well-wishes are filled with the greatest love of all and you have touched the deepest parts of my soul. I am still overwhelmed and humbled by the gifts and offerings of love that you gave to me. I am still overwhelmed at the sacrifice of those who came to help pack and load the truck. There are individuals, ministries, and the whole congregation to whom I extend my sincere thanksI will be writing personal thank you notes until Jesus comes again! In the meantime, please accept these collective words of thanksgiving that pale in the face of what you corporately and personally have poured into my life. I thank you for embracing me. I covenant with you to strive for diligence and excellence in my studies. God constantly shows up to confirm that I am right where I am supposed to be in order to grow and serve in ministry. On the bus to class my very first day, I met a youth pastor from a Native American reservation and we had some fellowship along the ride about Gods grace keeping us. Hour by hour God is showing up and showing out just like that. I am taking four classes: Research Methods, Methods of Teaching Drama, Projects in Community-Based Drama, and Research in Drama Education, as well as an Interdisciplinary Research Colloquium. Thanks to you, Trinity family, I do not have to worry about buying all those books! I wish I could return to you what you have given to me a hundredfold. Thank you, thank you, and thank you again, with all my heart. If you want to know how God has used you to make my load lighter, just sing to yourself, Oh how He loves you/Oh how He loves me/Oh how He loves you and me. We are family! Peace, Rev. Tiffany
THANK YOU
Green Page
TO CUT COSTS AND REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT: During summer months, keep your thermostat to 78 in the day and 82 at night. Switch your ceiling fan; rotate the blades counter-clockwise, to create a breeze. window shades to block direct sunlight and heat, and open shades to let in Use indirect sunlight. Avoid creating heat. Use a crockpot, toaster oven, or small microwave instead of the stove or oven. Join the Green Revolution! Dont forget to stop by the Farmers Market every Saturday, 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m., at 95th and Eggleston (Parking lot next to the George Washington Carver Garden) to purchase our locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. We accept all major cards and LINK! For information, Call the Green Committee, 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2385 or email green@ trinitychicago.org
GREEN PAGE
Did you know you can save money and be green while staying cool? It takes a lot of money and energy to keep a house comfortable during a Chicago summer. We can use our cooling systems efficiently to lower costs. For example, a ceiling fan will allow you to raise the thermostat setting by about 4 with no reduction in comfort! Even simply readjusting your programmable thermostat from its winter settings can help you save up to 10% of your cooling bill.
Announcements
Teach me knowledge and good judgment, for I trust your commands. Psalm 119:66
Stop by the Saturday Bible School table in the Atrium following all worship services today, to register for our upcoming 2012-2013 curriculum year. Saturday Bible School is in need of ministry partners!! We are a Bible-based ministry, encouraging and growing in Gods knowledge. We offer biblical "Sunday School" lessons on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m. We are also seeking ministry partners to serve as instructors for youth and teens. Come join us, as we help build the foundation of our faith, by increasing our knowledge in Gods Word and Way! We offer instruction for ages preschool to adult, as well as Confirmation class for 7th and 8th grade students with our Discipleship Instructors. Interested instructors, please contact Jannie Coleman, 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2313 or churchschool@trinitychicago.org or Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, 773-966-1541, mdjacobs@ trinitychicago.org
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Announcements
CENTER FOR AFRICAN BIBLICAL STUDIES
Bible Class Registration

Join us for Bible Class registration starting Sunday, September 9th after all worship services. THE CENTER FOR AFRICAN BIBLICAL STUDIES is calling all of Gods people, members and visitors, to go back to the BIBLE to renew your relationship with the Lord. Come study with us and find out for yourself what God wants you to do. Find answers to questions about God, religion, and salvation, according to the Word of God. We are excited about going Back to the Bible as we discover new things about old biblical concepts! Watch your life change, as you obey God and STUDY TO SHOW YOURSELF APPROVED! --------------------------------------
LEADERSHIP BIBLE STUDY

Are you a leader seeking to lead Gods people GODS WAY? Are you THINKING ABOUT becoming a leader in a ministry, BUT HAVE NOT COMPLETED the Bible Study requirement? Join us for the Bible Study for Church Leaders class starting Friday, September 7th, 7:00 p.m. Completion of this course will provide you with the necessary Bible study requirements in time for you to run for office for the 2012-2013 upcoming elections. This class is MANDATORY for all current leaders who have not met this requirement and future leaders of the church. Registration for this Bible class for church leaders is available online and in class. Registration begins THIS SUNDAY following all worship services.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements
THE SINGLES COMMUNITY PRESENTS
Saturday, September 15, 2012 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Atrium

Bridging the gap between the ages, through fashion education, and expressing how people of African descent have influenced the fashion industry, from Creation (Adam and Eve) to the fast pace of this millennium. Information, Call 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2357 or email tuccsinglesfashion@ gmail.com.
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Announcements
THE WORSHIP AND ARTS MINISTRIES PRESENT
Save The Date
PRAISE IN MOTION
Walking, Talking, and Living Our Faith Saturday, September 29, 2012 4:00 p.m. Sanctuary
Featuring: DANCE MINISTRIES Tangeni (Adults), Chinara (Teens), Khayralla (Pre-Teens, Mwanabaraka (Children) WOMENS, YOUTH AND JUNIOR DRILL MINISTRIES MIME MINISTRY DRAMA MINISTRY
JOIN THE AFRICA MINISTRY FOR
BLOWING THE DUST OFF OF BLACK HISTORY: EXAMINING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN AFRICANS AND AFRICAN AMERICANS IN CHICAGO IN 2012 Part II
And African Ancestry DNA Testing
Sunday, September 23, 2012 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Wright Chapel
Book discussion of The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of Americas Great Migration, (Excerpts: Parts 3 and 4, Exodus and the Kinder Mistress), to focus on the similarities of the African and African American migration experiences. Visit https://sites.google.com/site/ africanimmigrantschicago2012 to view the discussion guide. Learn about tracing your familys African ancestry through DNA testing by AfricanAncestry.com during this event ($299 discounted rate). For information, Call 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2304 or email Africa@trinitychicago.org
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
During Thanksgiving week, we distribute food baskets to those in need. This year, you can Adopt A Family by donating $35.00, which will provide a Thanksgiving basket for an entire family. Please use a giving envelope (line #99) or stop by the Food Share table to make your contribution of $35.00 or more to Adopt A Family!
Adopt A Family
Contributions of the following canned and non-perishable foods are needed:

Cranberry Canned Corn Canned Sweet Potatoes Canned Green Beans Jiffy Mix/Corn Muffin Mix 2 lbs. Sugar
Important: Registration to participate and receive a basket takes place October 1-4, 2012. Please inquire at the Food Share table in the Atrium after all Worship Services for more information.
SERVING MEMBERS OF THE CONGREGATION IN ALL ZIP CODES AND NON-MEMBERS IN ZIP CODES 60617, 19, 20, 28, AND 43
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OUR GOAL IS TO DISTRIBUTE FOOD BASKETS AND HELP OUR OWN MEMBERS, FAMILIES AND NEIGHBORS!
Announcements
ATTENTION ALL ELDERS (Age 80+ years young!) SEPTEMBER IS ELDERS MONTH! Its Picture Time!
Our Photography Ministry is available to take photos of our Elders for a very special display being prepared in honor of Elders Month. Photos will be taken:
DIVINE IMAGINATION CALL
TODAY, Sunday, September 2

Following the 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services Please note that all elders must be members of Trinity and have reached 80 years or older by September 30, 2012. Join Pastor Moss for his monthly Divine Imagination telephone message, Thursday, September 13. At 11:55 a.m., dial 218-8440860 and enter passcode 206047; press the # key
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Forgive Us Our Debts:

A Christians Stewardship Guide to Financial Freedom
Mondays, September 10 - October 8, 7:00 p.m.
Sept. 10 (Wright Chapel); Sept. 17, 24 and Oct. 1 (Fellowship Hall); Oct. 8 (Atrium)
(John 10:10b)
Wednesdays, September 12 - October 10, 12:30 p.m.

Fellowship Hall
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Announcements
The Stewardship Ministry Cordially Invites All New Members
To Attend Their
BLACK AND CHRISTIAN New Member Class

We are so happy that you walked the aisle, gave your heart to Christ and your hand to the preacher. So that you may become a full-fledged member of Trinity United Church of Christ you MUST complete your new member classes! If you havent taken both New Member classes (Sessions I & II) the Stewardship Ministry is expecting you! Please dont delay! Completion of the new member process after you have walked the aisle is in three stages: Completion of Sessions I and II (in that order) of your New Member Classes Right Hand of Fellowship on a first Sunday evening. The Right Hand of Fellowship is a requirement for full membership into your new church home, Trinity Actively becoming a member who works in one of the ministries of your church home
The Stewardship Ministry partners are eager to walk with you throughout this process and we are looking forward to your attendance. Adults & Teens Sessions I and II Saturday, October 6, 2012 Registration 9:30 a.m. Class 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall
Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served
Children ages 12 and under Saturday, October 6, 2012 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Room 102
(Children must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian)
Receive Right Hand of Fellowship, Sunday, October 7, 2012, 4:45 p.m. Please remember to bring your Bible if you dont have one, well provide one for you! Please RSVP and CONFIRM your participation! Call the Membership/Ministry Services office, 773-962-5650, immediately! PLEASE NOTE: Your picture will be taken during the class.
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Announcements
TOP BOX FOODS
Top Box, Good food for good people, offers boxes of high quality, more nutritious, and convenient food for families and individuals, priced at up to half the cost of retail, and addresses the widespread societal issues of hunger, malnutrition and related health problems, such as obesity and diabetes, which is driven by inadequate access to quality, nutritional food options. Box options include: gluten-free, heat-and-serve, and vegetable/ fruit only boxes.
ORDER AND DELIVERY DATES FOR AUGUST:

Place order by Monday, September 24 Pick-up order on Saturday, October 13 To order, call toll-free, 888-986-7269 Trinitys Site No.: CH1027 For a listing of this months boxes, visit www.topboxfoods.com or pick up an order form at the Top Box booth located in the Narthex

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ANNOUNCEMENTS
ATHLETES FOR CHRIST Do you have a 4 to 7 year old, girl or boy, with an interest in basket ball? If so, they are invited to participate in the Trinity UCC Athletes for Christ "Popcorn Allstars." This innovative basketball program, is designed to teach basketball skills while reinforcing the values of integrity, self-esteem, sportsmanship and teamwork. Register following worship services. $100 registration fee.
Calendar
HIGHLIGHTS
9/9 9/15 Bible Study Registration Begins Singles Ministry Fashion Extravaganza 9/18-9/20 Mission Revival 9/29 Liturgical Ministries Concert
TODAY 9/2
400 W. 95th Street
7:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Worship Service - SA Bible Teaching Moment - 203 Worship Service - SA 2:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Imani Ya Watume - WC Worship Service - SA
MONDAY 9/3
400 W. 95th Street
12:00 p.m. LABOR DAY - CHURCH CLOSED
TUESDAY 9/4
400 W. 95th Street
6:00 p.m. Band Rehearsal - SA 6:30 p.m. Sisterhood Ministry - 120 7:00 p.m. Men's Chorus Rehearsal - SA Singles Community - WC
TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

11:00 a.m. Big Momma's House: Quilting and Sewing Class - W301 6:30 p.m. Youth Drama - W301
WEDNESDAY 9/5
400 W. 95th Street
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Prayer and Fasting 11:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service - WC Praise Team Rehearsal - SA 6:00 p.m. 7:14 p.m Married Couples Officers - 207 Wednesday Word Prayer Service - SA Drama Mimes - W301 In-Home Fellowship Marketing - 116

5:00 p.m
THURSDAY 9/6
400 W. 95th Street
5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Drill Team Rehearsal - FH Band Rehearsal - SA Sanctuary Choir - SA 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

THEC: JK Cook Parent/Student Workshop - W301 Housing Ministry - W305
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Calendar
FRIDAY 9/7
400 W. 95th Street
6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Recycling Sub-Committee - 116 Isuthu Sponsors - 202 Leadership Bible Class - A

11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Free-N-One - W302 Free-N-One - W302 Tough Love - W305
SATURDAY 9/8
400 W. 95th Street
7:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Yoga Ministry - Narthex II Saturday Bible Class - Adults -WC Saturday Bible Class - 5th/6th Grade - 202 Saturday Bible Class - 1st/2nd Grade - 120 Saturday Bible Class - 3rd/4th - 203 Saturday Bible Class - Preschool/ Kindergarten - 116 Saturday Bible Class - Teens - 207 11:00 a.m. Little Warriors Rehearsal - WC Liturgical Concert Rehearsal - A Micah Ministry - Restorative Practices - 120 Single Parenting Class - 207 12:30 p.m. Intonjane - 116/207/FH Walaika Rehearsal - WC Women's Drill Rehearsal - Narthex II 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Youth Drill Team - 202 Isuthu - 120/203/WC Singles Fashion Show Rehearsal - A 2:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Internal Security Interviews - BR Music Ministry Orientation - 207 Married Couples - FH Married Couples Children - 116 10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Greeters Ministry - A Internal Security - BR Deacons in Training - WC Tangeni Placement Rehearsal - SA

9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. THEC Session I ACT Test Prep - W302 Village Keepers - W305
Drug and Alcohol Ministry - W305 Grandparents Ministry - W301 HIV/AIDS Support Ministry - W302
Trinity Oaks - 6225 S. Drexel

Kujichagulia Ministry - SBR
To the Village of Trinity, To God be the Glory! You shared your resources and talents to provide over 400 book bags filled with supplies we believe will provide each student with many of the tools to begin a successful school year. We were able to bless students from Princeton Park, the Lowden Homes and members of our congregation. To all ministry partners and the Pastoral and Church staff, we are grateful for the spirit of love and support you demonstrated during the 2012 Book Bag Drive. With A Servant's Heart, The YMCC Book Bag Project Team
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CALENDAR
Information Technology - W301
Events
CHURCH WIDE EVENTS
HAS GOD BLESSED YOU with the gift of writing? Do you believe that God has called you to inspire people through your writing and sharing the Word of the Lord? Do you have a heart for the Word of God? Joni Rev. Dr. Stacey Edwards-Dunn for a Devotional Writing Class, Tuesday, October 2, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m., Information and Registration, Contact Mrs. Glover at moglover@trinitychicago.org, Deadline: Monday, September 24, 2012
alcohol abusers, Fridays, 6:30 p.m., Call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2319
MINISTRY EVENTS
BLAINE DENYE LIBRARY Ministry partners
invite you to visit our library and explore the volumes on Bible study, African American history and culture, For September: A Wealth of Wisdom, by Camille Cosby; My Soul Looks Back, Less I Forget, Dorothy Riley, editor; An Altar of Words, by Byllye Avery; Black Pearls, by Eric Copage; Mother Wit, by Abena Fousa, The library is located on the 2nd floor, Our hours are Monday-Tuesday-Thursday, 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
GIRL SCOUTS Fantastic people wanted for our growing troops at the high school and middle school level, Orientation for new leaders, advisors, assistants, and chaperones for all age levels, Saturday, September 22, 10:30 a.m., Kipling School, 9351 S. Lowe AND Registration for all Trinity UCC Girl Scout Troops, Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, new and returning, Ages 5-17 as of September 1) Saturday, September 15, 12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m., and mandatory new parent orientation, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m., Village Center, 1947 W. 95th St., Information, Call Brenda Washington, 773-8462802 INTONJANE (COMING INTO WOMANHOOD) Kick-off meeting, Saturday,
September 8, 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall, for all girls ages 8-18 who are ready to have fun, while deepening their personal and spiritual awareness, Parent meeting, 1:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m., Dues required at registration, Information, email intonjane@ trinitychicago.org
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Have you moved?
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MINISTRY is dedicated to ending the silent killer in our community, Domestic Violence is not just a womans problem, it is a COMMUNITY problem, Please join us in our fight for survivors, call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2317 EMMAUS ROAD GRIEF WORK Support
Group, Thursday, September 27, 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m., Wright Chapel, This months topic: Be Still and Know! Information, Contact Deacon Dr. Herbert Goodman, Jr., 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2320 or email alcohol abuse, Every Friday, 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Tough Love meetings for family members of drug and
Any children left the nest? Newly employed or newly married? Forgot your giving number? Call Membership Services, 773-966-1556 or 966-1553 the seven conversations that you MUST have with your children before they leave home as adults? Do you know Gods plan for your child? Join us Saturday mornings, September 1, 8, 21, and 28, October 6 and 13, and November 3, 10, and 24, as we discuss these and other topics related to being a single parent, This class is open to all single mothers and fathers, as you dont have to be a member to attend, Information email Deacon Tracie Williams, twilliams2020@gmail. com
SINGLE PARENT BIBLE CLASS What are
FREE-IN-ONE For anyone suffering from drug and
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Events
TRINITY UCC CHILD CARE CENTERS Now enrolling! Serving children ages 6 weeks 12 years of age, Space limited, Information, Call 773-966-1605 TRINITY UCC LEGAL CLINIC providing direct
legal advice, mediation services and representation to the congregation and community, For legal clinic hours Clinic is open 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m., Village Center, No appointment necessary, Also, we are always in need of legal professionals (especially attorneys) interested in volunteering for the Legal Clinic and/or participating in our legal referral directory, To contact us call 773-966-1500, Mailbox 2339 or send e-mail to Legal@trinitychicago.org meeting/orientation for new and returning members, Saturday, September 15, 11:00 a.m., Room 102, Accepting children ages 3-8, Information, email Loretha Robertson, walaika@trinitychicago.org
ACTS OF LOVE, Popular open mic, State
Your Poetry, is dedicating the stage to ALL youth, Thursday, September 6, 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Illinois Center for Broadcasting, 530 S. State St., In lieu of complementary admission, all attendees are asked to bring book donations for the Acts of Love organization, Acts of Love is dedicated to putting books into the hands of every child in our communities, If you are a youth interested in performing, Call Shanara The Mouthpiece, 818-357-3585, For book donations and volunteering, Call Acts of Love, 773-527-1300
A.R.I.S.E. ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM
WALAIKA CHILDREN'S CHOIR parent
COMMUNITY EVENTS
4TH WARD SHRED-A-THON Saturday,
September 8, 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m., 4352 S. Cottage Grove, Parking lot, Free computer recycling, Information Call 773-536-8103 or visit www. aldwillburns.com
CHAD LAWSON and Cooper 3 Entertainment present Church Mess a stage play, Saturday, September 8, 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Center, 1250 W. 119th St., Information and tickets, Call 888-977-2282 Ext. 100 CIVIL RIGHTS TOUR to Memphis and Mississippi, October 4-7, Families welcome, Discounts for seniors and students, For more details, or to register, go to www.freedomlifted.com, or contact mia@freedomlifted.com, 773-359-4921 DUNBAR VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Class of 1962 50th Anniversary, Friday, September 28, 6:00 p.m., Marriott Chicago, Midway, 6520 S. Cicero Ave., Tickets and information, Call Thelma Hall, 773536-4788
79th STREET RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
and Family Peace Jam, Saturday, September 8, 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m., 79th and Racine, Entertainment, music, dancing, food and more, Information, Call 773483-3696
AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE, Monday, September 17 and Tuesday, September 18, 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m., Trinity UCC, Fee, Information and Registration, Contact Vivian House, 773-221-3212
DU SABLE MUSEUM of African American History Rock the Boat! fundraiser, Sunday, September 16, 5:30 p.m., Spirit of Chicago, Chicago Navy Pier, Tickets, visit http://dusablemuseum. eventbrite.com

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EVENTS
Preview, Sunday, September 16, 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m., House of Hope, Multipurpose Room, 752 E. 114th St., Pre-registration required, Entrepreneur classes, September 24 November 5, 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m., 10909 S. Cottage Grove, Rm. 42, Information and registration, Call 774-371-2327 or email arise@sbcoc. org
Events
eta CREATIVE ARTS FOUNDATION kicks
off their 42nd season, Thursday, September 13, with James Baldwins celebrated play of faith and family, The Amen Corner, Show times are 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Sundays, Runs through October 21, 7558 S. South Chicago Ave., For tickets and information, Call 773-752-3955 or visit www.etacreativearts.org 3763 S. Wabash Ave., Information, Contact Sherri Allen-Reeves, 773-924-9270 Ext. 31, 773-910-1873, or sreeves@trcwabash.org
RENAISSANCE COLLABORATIVE, INC.
FROM SLAVERY TO THE WHITE HOUSE stage play, takes you on a trip down
Computer Technology Skills Training and Technology Access Program, Classes begin Tuesday, September 11, Information and class locations, Call Walter Bush, 773924-9270 Ext. 29 or email wbush4@trcwabash.org
memory lane as you relive history, Tickets and information, Call 773-499-8838 or visit www. fromslaverytothewhitehouse.eventbrite.com, Group rates available
Mothers and Babies (CSOMB) serves as an effective tool for information gathering, networking and best practice sharing in Illinois for health disparities in maternal and infant health, as well as prematurity, Friday, September 21, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 North Thoreau Dr, Schaumburg, Keynote Speaker: Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck, Director, IDPH; Motivational Speaker: Kimberly Seals Allers, Editor and Chief/Author, Mocha Manual Series; To register, visit www.ilmaternal.org/ scomb/summit2012.html, For more information, Contact Lilah Handler, 312-491-8161
INFANT AND MATERNAL MORTALITY SUMMIT, Initiative of the Campaign to Save our
Thursday, October 11 through Saturday, October 13, Franklinton Center at Bricks, Whitakers, NC, Limited scholarship assistance available, Featured preachers: Rev. Dr. Susan K. Smith, Rev. Dr. Delores Carpenter, Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Information, Contact Rev. Dr. Willie Mae Hawkins, 252-445-5258 or admin@ drwilliemae.com
UCC AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN IN MINISTRY Conference, Stages, Phases and Places,
Update Re In-Home Prayer and Fellowship

The In-home fellowship, scheduled for October 13 has been postponed until 2013. Thank you to those who have signed up for in home fellowship; we appreciate your willingness to open up your homes to the members of our congregation for prayer and fellowship. It is our prayer that you will still commit to hosting the prayer and fellowship when it is rescheduled next year.
3RD ANNUAL PROSTATE CANCER
Educational Symposium, Saturday, September 8, 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m., Robert H. Lurie Medical Research Center, Hughes Auditorium, 303 E. Superior, Information, visit www.theprostatenet.org/ symposium.html, Free breakfast and lunch served
Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills or to ignite your career? We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Wabash YMC,
RENAISSANCE BRONZEVILLE TOASTMASTERS Club informational meeting,
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Service & Support Groups

Akiba Sales Counseling Ministry Credit Union
(773) 966 - 1504 MON - THURS: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CLOSED FRIDAYS SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY After each Service (773) 966-1500, Mailbox 2315 (773) 966 - 1505 (773) 723 - 8382 (fax) TUES & THURS: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. SUNDAY After 7:30 & 11:00 a.m. Services
Immabasi Health & Wellness Ministry Immabasi Support Groups:
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2332
Amani Trinity United Community Health Corporation

(773) 966 - 1506 MON - FRI: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2205 MON - TUES - THURS: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2317
Drug & Alcohol Recovery Ministry
Kujichagulia Special Citizens Support Ministry Math Tutorial
Tough Love / Free N One (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2319
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2344 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2338
Can-Cer-Vive Helpline Career Development Ministry
Endowment Committee/ Planters Society

773-966-1500, Mailbox 2379
Prison Ministry
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2308
Endowment@trinitychicago.org
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2354
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2309
careerdevelop@trinitychicago.org
Financial Counseling Consortium Healing Ministry
Trinity Community Development Corp.
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2378 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2325
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2377 MON - THURS: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Trinity Higher Education Corporation

(773) 966 - 1508 TUES & THURS: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. SUNDAYS & MONDAYS CLOSED
tcdc@trinitychicago.org
HIV/AIDS Support Ministry Housing Ministry
Trinity Computer Learning Center
(312) 409 - AIDS (2437) (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2327 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2329
(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2333
Synergy Counseling Center

1947 West 95th Street 773-966-1592
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SERVICE AND SUPPORT GROUPS
Blaine DeNye Library
Domestic Violence Ministry Confidential Helpline
Community Mental Health Council (773) 734 - 4033 (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2375 Diabetes (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2374 Family Caregivers (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2376 Lupus Support Ministry (773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2342
2012 Trinity UCC Theme Walking, Talking and Living Our Faith, Ephesians 4 (NLT)
January Ephesians 4:1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. February Ephesians 4:2 Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each others faults because of your love. March Ephesians 4:3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. April Ephesians 4:4 For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. May Ephesians 4:5-6 There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father, who is over all and in all and living through all. June Ephesians 4:7 However, he has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ. July Ephesians 4:11 Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. August Ephesians 4:12 Their responsibility is to equip Gods people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. September Ephesians 4:13 This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of Gods Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ. October Ephesians 4:14 Then we will no longer be immature like children. We wont be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth. November Ephesians 4:15-16 Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church. He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love. December Ephesians 31-32 Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.
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Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Pastor Emeritus 400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120 Telephone (773) 962-5650 www.trinitychicago.org Lifting Up Christ, Engaging the Community, and Celebrating our Culture
2012
Tuesday,
through
September 18
7:00 p.m.,
Nightly
September 20
Thursday,
Guest Preacher:
Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III
Senior Pastor Friendship-West Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas

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Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn, Executive Minister

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Sr. Pastor

Trinity UCC Media and Technology Protocols

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

Order of Worship - 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD

11:00 a.m. Mark 1:35 (NRSV)

6:00 p.m. Mark 1:35 (The Message)

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

HYMN OF PRAISE & UNISON SCRIPTURE

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

Stewardship Tithing Litany

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

SERMON NOTES/PRAYER CONCERNS

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

Bible Class Registration

LEADERSHIP BIBLE STUDY

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

Saturday, September 15, 2012 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Atrium

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

Save The Date

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

Contributions of the following canned and non-perishable foods are needed:

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

DIVINE IMAGINATION CALL

TODAY, Sunday, September 2

Forgive Us Our Debts:

Wednesdays, September 12 - October 10, 12:30 p.m.

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

BLACK AND CHRISTIAN New Member Class

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

ORDER AND DELIVERY DATES FOR AUGUST:

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street

Trinity Oaks - 6225 S. Drexel

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

Information Technology - W301

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Have you moved?

SINGLE PARENT BIBLE CLASS What are

FREE-IN-ONE For anyone suffering from drug and

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

ACTS OF LOVE, Popular open mic, State

A.R.I.S.E. ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM

WALAIKA CHILDREN'S CHOIR parent

79th STREET RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

September 2, 2012 Communion Sunday

RENAISSANCE COLLABORATIVE, INC.

Update Re In-Home Prayer and Fellowship

3RD ANNUAL PROSTATE CANCER

RENAISSANCE BRONZEVILLE TOASTMASTERS Club informational meeting,

Communion Sunday September 2, 2012

Service & Support Groups