Prayers for Dana West's friend, Ian, who suffered a stroke while traveling in Maine.
Prayers for Mandy Hanifen's sister's father-in-law, Francios,who is in a memory care facility.
Pat Granquist fell and broke several ribs and her hand. We pray that she heals swiftly and well.
Ann Gibson asks for prayers for Charlotte in Florida who is in assisted living and is very ill.We pray that her health which has been improving continues to do so.
We give thanks that Steve Meyer's sister, Terry Sue, completed her heart procedure and pray that she fully recovers her health soon.
We pray for all those who are impacted by war and escalating tensions throughout the world particularly for those children who are trapped in wartorn situations.
We give thanks for Kate Elliot's mother, Cynthia Allen's, 90th birthday and the family who gathered for that celebration.
Glenn Shull, who will be having a pacemaker inserted at Medical Center of the Rockies on April 15th
We continue prayers for Dwight and Rene Gorbold's son, Jeremiah, as he finds a good path forward.
We pray that the evaluation of Dwight Gorbold's shoulder goes well this Friday and that subsequent treatment will relieve his chronic pain.
We pray for Steve Meyer's sister, Terri Sue, who is facing a heart procedure.
We pray for recovery and healing for Dana Conley's sister, Cindy,
For past prayer concerns please click on "Ministries" tab and then click on "Prayer and Care"
Our Calling From God
Sometimes our language betrays us! Clergy are “called by God” to the ministry of Word and Sacrament. Everyone else has to go out and “find” a job.
What do we Christians mean by Call? We mean that God has a purpose for each one of our lives. The primary call is the call to discipleship. Jesus said to his first disciples, “Come and follow me.”
Jesus calls us to be Christians more than just to do something. The doing then turns out to be a living out of the being a Christian. For example, in marriage, one is called to be a husband or wife. The doing grows out of living in the role and in the relationship.
In our baptism, God expresses his claim on our life. Living out the life of a disciple of Jesus Christ as a learner or follower is the fulfillment of our Call from God in baptism.
Baptism was the only ordination that Jesus ever had and it represented God’s claim on His whole life! Not Jesus, not Paul, not even the original twelve disciples were ever ordained clergy! Jesus, Paul and the twelve disciples were called by God to full time Christian service. And so are we!
You and I are called by Jesus to be His disciples. The Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church sets down the meaning of discipleship in these words:
“A faithful member accepts Christ’s call to be involved responsibly in the ministry of His Church. Such involvement includes:
If you follow from start to finish this sequence, it takes you a while to get beyond the Church and out into the world. Even so, these nine claims put together make up a comprehensive call to full time Christian service. How are you responding to God’s Call?
With love and gratitude,
David
Dear Friends,
I urge you to read and prayerfully consider the following information from our Session and Treasurer.
Consider Year End Giving to Support TCP
First, donating appreciated securities is quick and simple. You, the donor, receive the current value of the security as a charitable deduction but without the tax liability for the capital gain.
Second, if anyone over the age of 72 has not yet made their Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA or SEP for 2023 it is not too late! You can have the distribution made directly to Trinity Church in the Pines by December 31st and you will not have to declare it as personal income because it goes directly to the church. As always, check with your qualified tax advisor for specifics related to your personal situation.
Third, your cash or check contributions can be given to TCP when you are in church or by mailing them to the church. The TCP mailing address is PO Box 676, Grand Lake, CO 80447.
Thank you for your consideration.
Marv Fischer & Gay Shaffer 650 Mango Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104-5342
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Money Matters… JUST A REMINDER AS WE CONSIDER YEAR-END GIVING …
As we consider year-end giving, there are two tax efficient ways to give in order to support TCP. First, donating appreciated securities is quick and simple. You, the donor, receive the current value of the security as a charitable deduction but without the tax liability for the capital gain. Secondly, if anyone over the age of 72 has not yet made their Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA or SEP for 2022 it is not too late! You can have the distribution made directly to Trinity Church in the Pines by December 31st and you will not have to declare it as personal income because it goes directly to the church. As always, check with your qualified tax advisor for specifics related to your personal situation.
Trinity Food Bank Has Become Something More
Due to COVID our Food Bank at Trinity has closed. At the time we could not risk allowing people into the church. We felt this would put our administrator and pastor at risk unnecessarily. So as not to waste the food we had downstairs, we gave it all to the Mountain Family Center Food Bank in Granby. They were very appreciative of our large donation. It has all been used well and given out to those in need. In the meantime, your generosity has allowed us to make our foodbank much more. In partnership with Mountain Food Market in Grand Lake, Trinity has been offering $100 gift cards to purchase the groceries they want, (except tobacco and alcohol). The cards are at the market. All one has to do is mention the Trinity gift cards to the cashier and they will be helped – no questions asked. So, if you or someone you know is in need of this assistance, we are only too glad to help!
Men’s Breakfast Group meets every Thursday morning for good food and great fellowship in our fellowship hall. This is open to all men, so invite your friends/neighbors to join us. Hope to see you at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday mornings.
The Knitting Ministry The Ladies of the Knitting Ministry at TCP meet together in the fellowship room on the 1st Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00am. Our Mission is to knit and deliver prayer shawls to people experiencing a setback or illness and are in need of comfort. Please feel free to join us. If you would like more information about our group, please contact Melody Anders, (303) 917-3923, manders63@msn.com All are welcome.
Church is Open for Live, In-Person Worship Services
Masks are welcome, but not required. If you still are not comfortable coming to church, or if you are out of town, you can still participate in our worship. We continue to live-stream our services each Sunday morning at 9:30.
You can view our service on our website: tcpgrandlake.org
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THANK YOU for stepping up and helping us make Trinity Church in the Pines great! Thanks to our corporate officers and the session for all they do and thank you for your willingness to serve. Ike Hull, Clerk, Steve Meyer, Treasurer and Elder, Neal Cross, Karen Smith, Elder, Geoff Elliott, Elder and David Heil, Pastor. We also thank those that are serving Trinity Church in the Pines in their care positions. Thank you for your willingness to serve. Melody Anders, Deacon Brooke Mark, Deacon Kate Elliott, Deacon. Thank you to the musicians who provide us with music each Sunday morning, David Heil, Geoff Elliott, Neal Cross, Mandy Cluck, Dennis Stafford, Daryl Troute, Jerry Pope, Patrick Warfle.
TRINITY CHURCH IN THE PINES
604 Lake Avenue, P.O. Box 676 Grand Lake, Colorado 80447
(970) 627-3510 (Church Office)
Website: www.tcpgrandlake.org
Pastor Rev. Dr. David C. Heil, 970-685-7046 heild@me.com
Trinity Office email: tcpingrandlake@aol.com