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The Trinity Church e-Tower
for the
First Sunday after the Epiphany
January 11, 2026
8 AM and 10 AM Worship
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A message from Noël-
Our church calendar can make me dizzy sometimes – just the other day, it seems, we were in Bethlehem as Jesus was born in a stable. A king, yet no royal palace or fine linens for this baby. Then we jumped ahead to Epiphany and the visit of the “Wise Men” (astrologers, Magi, kings – we have given them names but we don’t know much about them, except that they came “from the East”) Jesus would have been about two years old then.
This Sunday we jump ahead to Jesus as an adult, being Baptized by John. Jesus sees the heavens “opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heave said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”
And Jesus, full of the power of God, shows us that power in caring for others. He brings those who have been pushed out of the community back into the fold. He heals, forgives, blesses, and always shows God’s love for us to accept or ignore.
In her sermon for the Celebration of New Ministry – a new chapter for the life of Trinity and for Meaghan and her family – Becky Binns gave us ways to live God’s love for ourselves and everyone around us. I’m sure that Meaghan will have things to say about living our Baptismal promises when she preaches on Sunday. I will be at St. Michael’s, Bristol, these next two Sundays, so I will have to watch the video from Trinity to find out.
I will be preaching about Baptism, and will use a benediction that gives good ideas for living our Baptismal promises.
May the Lord Jesus, who loves with a wounded heart,
be your love forever.
May the Lord Jesus, who serves with wounded hands, help you serve others.
May the Lord Jesus, who walks on wounded feet, walk with you to the end of the road.
May you see the face of Jesus in everyone you meet,
And may everyone you meet see the face of Jesus in you.
Blessings, my friends, see you on the 25th.
(The Rev) Noël Bailey Robinson
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Celebrating Trinity's Tricentennial Year
This year our church building is 300 years old—forever linked to being fifty years older than the founding of the nation—it clearly calls for celebration! A half-century ago, in 1976, during America’s Bicentennial—Trinity and Newport celebrated in style—with special events, solemn and festive worship services, Tall Ships, a Royal Visit and dedication of Queen Anne Square, welcoming dignitaries (including President Ford) and a summer filled with civic pride, patriotism and prayerfulness.
The Trinity300 Committee has been at work, for two years, preparing to honor our history, our treasures, our traditions, our campus and our landmark sanctuary—and share it all with Newport and our many expected visitors.
We will be offering a wide-range of programming—primarily through the summer months—that may be enjoyed by the parishioner, resident and visitor alike. While several aspects are being finalized and subject to adjustment, please view the exciting schedule of events we have in store. We will be updating our community with additional developments and adjustments, as they happen, and look forward to enjoying a year of celebration with all of you.
We invite you to consider volunteering and/or assisting our efforts financially to defray the costs of these events (honoraria, receptions, musicians, printing, mailings, etc.), as these expenses are not part of our yearly operating budget. If you would like to participate, please consider “$300 for 300” or any amount that may be appropriate for you. A donation link is available on our website, or you can send a check to the church with "Trinity 300" in the memo line.
Thank you and Happy 300!
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Stewardship Season
To all of you who have sent in your pledge of giving for 2026, thank you!
If you have not yet pledged, we would be grateful for your participation. Pledge cards can be found in the back of the church or you can pledge online. Members of the stewardship team will be reaching out to people who haven't yet pledged in the coming weeks!
Thanks,
Terry
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A Note of Thanks!
An abundance of gratitude to my Party Planning Posse: Alexandra Day, Melissa Moniz and Chrissy Pimentel for their time, thoughtful suggestions and culinary talents. It was an honor for me to work together to celebrate such a joyous occasion to welcome or 32nd rector. AND my sincere appreciation for those who contributed to the event by setting up, creating such beautiful food offerings, serving, and those who remained to clean-up. Lastly Thank you and to all who attended. You added joy, warmth and love to the evening. Kudos to all! “It takes a village” and what a warm and incredible village Trinity Church is.
-Pam Alexander
| | Upcoming Events and Ministry Opportunities | | The Trinity Reading Group will meet Monday January 12th at 4 pm to discuss “Time of the Child” by Niall Williams. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact Elaine. | |
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We continue collections for Lucy's Hearth, this week. Lucy's Hearth is a 24-hour emergency and transitional shelter in Newport County serving children and their families who are experiencing homelessness. We have supported Lucy's Hearth many times through our Pumpkin Patch, and they have a list of food needs that are tailored to families in particular. If you can bring any of the items from this list to church with you in the coming weeks, we will be sure to deliver the food to Lucy's Hearth. If you have questions about this effort, please email Diane Myers.
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The Tower was lit on January 8th
in loving memory of Eric de Spirlet,
by her daughter Marie Beebe
The Tower will be lit on January 11th
in loving memory of D. Thomas Abbott,
by his family
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Sunday, January 11
8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Worship
9:00 a.m. - Bible Study in the Glenn Family Center
10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. - Sunday School in the Glenn Family Center
Monday, January 12
11 a.m.- Robert Walker Funeral
4 p.m.-Trinity Church Reading Group
Wednesday, January 14
12 p.m.- Healing Service
12 p.m.- Men's Group
Thursday, January 15
7 p.m.- Trinity Choir Practice
Sunday, January 18
8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Worship
9 a.m. - Bible Study in the Glenn Family Center
10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. - Sunday School in the Glenn Family Center
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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 November 2025, the TLC coordinator is Cissie Ferzoco Click on her name and you can write her an email.
Prayer Shawl Group
This group meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month in the Hawes Room. All those who crochet or knit, experienced or inexperienced are welcomed to join. Please contact Pam Alexander for more information.
Community Meal
Join an amazing Newport community service and work with fun good-hearted people. You will go home knowing you made a difference in a person’s day. Please consider volunteering at the Community Meals, the 1st, 4th and 5th Monday of the month. You can sign up here:
Community Meal Calendar Sign Up.
Men's Bible Study Group
Wednesdays, 12 noon. Please Contact John Gilmartin if you are interested in Joining this special group who often meet by Zoom.
| | | | We give thanks this month for the January birthdays of Maxton Moniz, Margot Green, Stan Brown, Patricia Fernandez, Anita Beaumont, Candy Gilmartin Molly Chamberlain, Helenmary Lauth, Fred Jodry, Dan Cordeiro, Debby Lengyel, Donna Ellis, Lily Berton, Cynthia O’Malley, Teryn Weintz, and Kaitlyn Lengyel. | | |
Worship Participants
Sunday, December 21st
Rector: The Rev. Canon Meaghan Kelly Brower
Co-Music Director & Organist: Fredrick Jodry
Musicians: The Trinity Choir
Acolyte & Crucifer: 8:00AM Larry Pulice; 10:00AM Phoebe Livingston
Lector & Intercessor: 8:00AM Mary de Pinho; 10:00AM Norey Cullen
Ushers: Geer Isdale, Ellen Patterson, Tricia Baylor
Altar Society: Mary de Pinho, Ellen Patterson, Chris Pimentel,
Tricia Baylor, Anne Glenn
Coffee Hour: Phil Wison and Maggie Thomas
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