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The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost,

August 25, 2024

8:00 a.m. & 10 a.m. Services

On Elections

I'm glad that the two major political conventions are behind us. Experiencing them doesn't make me feel very spiritual, but competitive. Now, we should ourselves that voting is a sacred duty and, according to the Book of Common Prayer, for which we are accountable to God Almighty. Read the prayer on page 822, "For an Election:"

Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the people of the United States in the election of officials and representatives; that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Voting is a privilege for which many have sacrificed their lives, from soldiers to civil rights activists, from prophets to folks who stand in line for hours to exercise this essential act of human dignity. "I only have to vote once," a 90-year-old Black woman told me in a South Africa township church shortly before she voted for the first time in 1994. "Then, God can call me home."

No preacher should tell you how to vote, but I pastorally remind you to vote to fulfill your baptismal promises. So, are you registered? If not, try this link: https://vote.sos.ri.gov/Voter/RegisterToVote.

Timothy Safford, Interim Rector

Community Meal Needs Volunteers: August 26th, and September 2nd

Please join us in serving the community! We have been very busy this year and are serving about 100 guests per meal. We delight in providing a restaurant-like experience for our guests but need your help! Please consider joining the team (we have a lot of fun!) by signing up for the many open volunteer slots here: Community Meal Calendar Sign Up. We always serve on the 1st, 4th, and 5th Mondays of the month. - D'arcy Carr.

Saint Columba’s Chapel Presents The ABC's of Getting Older with Sara Chadwick and Nancy Scott,

6:00 PM in the parish hall. 2 Thursdays and 2 Mondays. (Thurs. Aug. 22nd and 29th + Mon. Sept. 9th and 16th)   

Meeting at St. Columba's Chapel: 55 Vaucluse Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842

For more information, visit www.stcolumbaschapel.org

Altar Flowers

The altar flowers for August 25, 2024 will be given for the glory of God

and in love and honor

of John F. Hatch, Jr.,

son, husband, father, grandfather,

for the life he lived, remembering his death on August 25, 2020.

By his wife, Anne Hatch

 and the Hatch family.

The Trinity Altar Society is happy to assist you in providing flowers as a beautiful symbol of what we offer to God in our worship. Whether to honor a loved one’s memory, to celebrate a special occasion, or simply in thanksgiving, it only takes a phone call or an e-mail to Chris Pimentel, cap5182@cox.net or (401)683-5188.

Tower Lighting

The historic spire of Trinity Church is lit nightly. When you contribute to the cost of lighting, you may memorialize a person who has passed or give thanks for an event, like an anniversary or birthday. The traditional offering is $50, but please give as the Spirit moves! Contact Molly Chamberlain, Parishadmin@trinitynewport.org to make arrangements.  

OnRealm.org:

Congratulations to those who have been using Realm Connect! If interested, download Realm Connect on your mobile phone and sign in. Explore the site. Volunteers can start the process in "Serving" under "Opportunities". Fill out the "Skills and Interests". Check out "Roles" that you might be interested in.

Deacon Christine's Back-To-School Supplies

Collection Drive for the Boys & Girls Club:

Do you remember shopping for a favorite notebook, new pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, a small calculator? Or a special lunch box, and back pack? Please consider buying items for the Boys and Girls Club as they prepare to go back to school. Please consider donating these much-needed items.

The children at the Boys and Girls Club could really use supplies to make it a great year. The list of supplies needed can be found on the desk in the Hawes Room Foyer. The Collection Drive ends September 1, 2024. 

"St. Paul said to the Corinthians: 'So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly for God loves a cheerful giver'. Help kids to study on at the B&G Club!!!" ~ Deacon Christine.

Trinity300

2026 will be a milestone of achievements and celebration for our church and the Newport community. The Trinity300 committee comprised of parishioners and leaders of many Newport non-profit organizations composed the following vision statement:



"The vision of Trinity300 is to identify, organize and successfully accomplish a series of events and offerings-in the year 2026-in celebration of the 300^th anniversary of the building of historic Trinity Church, Newport. Continuing its role as a 'Welcoming Beacon' for our City and beyond, these will include lectures, exhibits, ceremonies, presentations, musical and artistic performances, social gatherings, parties and worship services."

We invite you to consider what you would like to see in this celebration and share ideas with us as we plan the events. Please indicate if you would be willing to volunteer. Please contact Jeff Clark or Bob Smith.

Jeffreyclark1@mac.com or Rpsmith373@yahoo.com

Calendar for Baptism 2024-2025:

The schedule for Baptisms for the next year is available for all who plan to welcome new bundles of joy into our lives in the next few months. Adult Baptisms are invited as well. All are encouraged to contact the Parish Administrator to schedule a meeting with the Interim Rector, once you have decided on a season for a Baptism.

November 3, 2024 – All Saints

January 12, 2025 – The Sunday after the Epiphany

April 27, 2025 – Second Sunday of Easter

June 8, 2025 - Pentecost

Trinity Loves and Cares 

Trinity Loves and Cares is a ministry of pastoral care of praying for and providing support to members of Trinity Church for August 2024, the TLC coordinator is Diane Myers, who can be reached via (401) 924-5531

Women’s Circle:

The Women’s circle will take a break from this ministry for July and August.

Prayer Shawl Group:

PSG will be taking a Summer break and will resume in the Fall.



The Trinity Church Reading Group:

Enjoy your summer reading. This book club will resume after Labor Day. 

Park for free on Sunday Morning will begin May 1, 2024. Should you wish to park in the Mary St. Parking Lot, you will need a Trinitiy Church Parking Pass. Please click here, print a pass and place on your dashboard on Sunday Morning when you come to church. There will be limited number of passes in the Tower Room for guests. Please remember to print your passes.

Usher Talent Search

We are looking for new ushers for this important ministry at Trinity. As ushers, you will be able to greet parishioners, both old and new, as well as visitors to our historic church. This is a wonderful opportunity for new members to meet more Trinitarians and we welcome both couples or individuals. Please contact Dennis Kretzschmar, either at church or email (djkretzschmar@gmail.com) for further information. OR click here to be directed to Realm Connect, "Serving" Opportunities.



A/V Support 

We are looking for individuals interested in helping to operate the A/V equipment to record the 10AM service, so those not able to attend in person can follow the service. No experience required. If you are interested, access here .

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Hello Office Volunteers! 

The Parish Admin Office is open and all volunteers are welcome. If you have time to assist in the office: Tuesdays and/or Fridays from 10am to 2 pm, let me know! -Molly Chamberlain, parishadmin@trinitynewport.org or access here .

Hymns 493, 323, 346, & 513.