The monthly newsletter of Trinity Episcopal Church

120 Allegheny Avenue,

Towson, MD 21204-4019

Phone 410-823-3588; Fax 410-583-9047

trinityepiscopal@comcast.net www.TrinityChurchTowson.org

Rector: The Rev. Kenneth H. Saunders III rector@trinitychurchtowson.org

Vocational Deacon

Diane Fadely

Director of Evangelism & Formation:

Kathleen Capcara kathleen.capcara@gmail.com

Organist & Choir Director:

James Wincelowicz

Music Team Leader: Doris Yousfi

Interim Director of Trinity Episcopal

Children’s Center: The Rev. Beverly Braine

director@tecckids.org

Parish Administrator: Jan Schroeder

trinityepiscopal@comcast.net

Bookkeeper: Donna Blake

Surprise Shop Volunteer

Coordinator: Erin Woodward

Sexton: Luis Tejeda

August, 2012

The Trinity

Times

Inside this issue:

Birthdays & Anniversaries

TECC Camp news

2

Trinity outreach 3

Formation for all ages 4

Music

August calendar

5

“This Old Church” is getting love and care this sum-

mer! These images and those in the 7/19 e-Times,

or a stroll around the buildings when you are here,

will show what has been done to give our grounds a

face lift. Read more in the September Trinity Times

about work being done on the buildings themselves.

Thanks to all who have worked on these projects!

If you feel inspired to participate in any way in these

efforts, please contact Fr. Ken.

A Pictorial Tour of Summer 2012 at Trinity Church

Our Lord

has written

the promise

of resurrection,

not in books alone,

but in every leaf

in springtime.

Martin Luther

Pat Shaw commissioned a new garden on the east side

of the church in memory of her husband, Bob. De-

signed and planted by Ty Swindell, it includes new

walks, 2 stone benches, and a watering system.

Bob and Betty Denison hired a landscaping contrac-

tor to weed and mulch the existing beds around the

outside of our buildings.

Tom Valenti and Gregg Gabell filled the pot holes in

the driveway; Luis Tejeda repainted arrows and

stripes. No more chance of falls or broken legs!

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August Anniversaries

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6

7

9

13

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16

18

27

Charles & Janice Cottrell

William & Margaret Dunning

Richard & Linda Sinclair

Allan & Jill Grimm, Thomas & Claire Hudson

Matthew & Aline Hauber

James & Joan Jefferys, John & Pamela Wallace

Mark & Nancy Nicholson

Rory Turner & Rebecca Free

Craig & Carole Medlyn

August Birthdays

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2

3

5

7

8

9

10

12

14

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Dana Albornoz, John Bowers, Joy Shinnick

Brian Mund

Jennifer Liles, Michael McShane, Olivia Restelli

Samuel Lavin, Lindsay Manzoni

Angela Hinson

Peyton Shetler

Mary Lou Bates, Marina Gavrelis, Virginia Webster

Brennan McPherson

John Kentch, Rowan Schell

Tessa O’Neil

Vivian Fenstermaker

Clayton Belcher, Andrew Brumfield

Cole Brumfield, Holly Brumfield, Carole Medlyn,

Marcella Mwaisela

Matthew Roswell

Richard Patterson

Cynthia Adler, Branden Grable,

Lisa Manuel, Margaret Nelson,

Sean Tisdale

Claire Hudson, Cynthia Patzkowsky,

Randolph Brown

Alexa Keiser

Elvira Horne

Ellen Morthole

Elinor Grammes

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TECC children had a wonderful time exploring different

countries during their 2-week Movement Camp. Ms. Dee

(with some help from parents) brought in an array of cloth-

ing and instruments from India, Ireland, Brazil, and

Kenya. The children learned the locations of these coun-

tries and what flags represent them, and created the flags/

world map, which hung in Memorial Hall.

We traveled to India to learn about traditional instru-

ments and clothing. After creating "water music" using glass

bowls and wood sticks (a music style called "Jaltarang"), the

children played the "Mandala,” Dkol-ki Drum" and "Tabla"

and learned a bhangra inspired dance. They made tradi-

tional Indian scarves and a Ghungharu, an instrument made

of bells and worn around the ankles of Indian dancers.

We visited Ireland to learn about musical instruments and

patterns seen on the traditional costuming of step dancers.

Children used a Venn diagram to determine differences

between a harp and a fiddle, then made Celtic drums and

Irish shoe buckles to represent the ones on the "hard

shoes" worn by step dancers. In Music class, they learned

about the Irish penny whistle, the harp, and uileann pipes.

They also began learning to dance a "Jig and Reel.”

We traveled to the continent of Africa to learn about

instruments and traditions found in the countries there.

We learned about traditional uses of masks and instru-

ments in ceremonies and celebrations, created our own

tribal dances, and played a real Kenyan drum.

We visited Brazil to learn about Samba music and the

Brazilian "Carnival". Each child created a maraca and mask

while learning more about this Traditional Lenten celebra-

tion. In Music, they learned how to create a conga line.

Art camp began on July 23. The fun just never stops!

Amazing art projects are in store for the children. Be sure

your calendar is marked for the TECC ART SHOW

beginning Friday, August 3 at noon, and continuing through

Tuesday, August 7. It will be open for parish viewing

on Sunday, August 5.

TECC Summer Camps

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The Surprise Shop, in the former Rectory next door to the church,

is a consignment and thrift store,

with all proceeds contributing to Trinity’s outreach programs.

The Shop has wound down its spring and summer consignment season and summer sales with

the 50% off sale July 23-26th and the infamous $5.00 Bag Sale July 27-28. We will be closed

until our fall re-opening August 13. Fall items will be accepted until October 1, when we

change over to adding Winter and Christmas items. Time Flies!

We were asked to donate outfits for a developmentally disabled couple for an evening at the Meyerhoff with Jack Everly &

the Baltimore Symphony, May 18. Ebbie Wheeler helped Donald D. choose a wonderful spring evening outfit, while Erin

Woodward assisted the beautiful Barbara W. with evening wear and accessories. The picture and letter below say it all!

Outreach at Trinity

The

Surprise Shop

Dear Erin,

Thank you for your gift of outfits from the “Surprise Shop” for

Donald and Barbara that had them stepping in style for their eve-

ning at the Meyerhoff...they had a great time as a result of your

generosity. Gallagher Services provides a wide range of pro-

grams that support people with disabilities who live and work in

the Baltimore area. Through our dedicated staff we are able to

accomplish a great deal in fulfilling our mission; however we can-

not do all that without volunteers and the generous donations

we receive from our many friends. Thank you for your friend-

ship and support of Gallagher Services and for helping us to open

the door to a fuller life for people with developmental disabilities.

Sincerely,

Jim Hillmann, Director of Development

[Haitian] Priest Jean Lenord

Quatorze reports that

Nurse Rosene Yacinthe had

an initial busy 2 months of

March and April, serving

185 cases including injuries,

pain, headache and fever…

They have completed the

nurse’s office, secured an

initial inventory of supplies

and medicines, and secured

vaccinations for many of the

students. Pere Jean ex-

pressed his deep apprecia-

tion and said that it is a

blessing to have the school

nurse at La Resurrection

School.

We...want to extend our sincere appreciation for

the generous support you have provided to the

Nickels for Nurses Lenten program benefitting the

Haiti School Nurse project. Your gracious support

will make a significant impact on bringing im-

proved health and education to the students at La

Resurrection School in Gros Morne, Haiti. The

nurse, Rosene Yacinthe, has started her work and

is already making an impact on student health.

Your commitment will help to continue this project

well into the future. A picture and a report of her

work are included with this letter [at right]. We

look forward to sharing with you the progress of

the project as it moves forward and continuing the

relationship between us that was initiated by your

generous gift.

Faithfully,

The Rev. David G. Showers

Middleham & St. Peter’s Parish, Lusby, MD

Nickels for Nurses: Response to Trinity’s Participation in the Diocesan Lenten Project

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Christian Education is a lifelong learning process at Trinity. In addition to weekday Bible study classes for adults,

Sunday morning classes for people of all ages are offered at 10:00 a.m. in the parish hall and environs.

Christian Formation for All Ages

Neighbor to Neighbor— a New Outreach Effort; a New Adult Forum Topic

According to the Baltimore County Communities for the Homeless (BCCH), the need for shelter has nearly tripled in the

last decade. It costs approximately $37,000 to house a family of four in a County run shelter for a year – but it only costs

about $13,000 to house a family of four in a two bedroom unit for a year.

Why not prevent homelessness,

through a housing subsidy program that works to keep that family of four from having to enter a shelter?

Neighbor to Neighbor is a partnership effort among congregations and organizations in Northern Baltimore County fo-

cused on reducing the incidence of homelessness in a defined corridor of Cockeysville and Timonium through housing sub-

sidies and support services. Employment opportunities, high quality schools, low crime rate, transportation alternatives,

and a large tract of affordable rental housing, can help lower income families pull themselves out of intergenerational pov-

erty. Trinity’s Christian Service Committee is excited about the work we can do to support the Neighbor to Neighbor

projects already established. Come to the Adult Forums at Trinity on September 16, 23, and 30 to find out how the

children, youth, and adults in our congregation can help prevent homelessness in our area.

Mothers’ Support Group (MSG at Trinity)

Save These Late Summer and Early Fall Dates!

Mothers are invited to gather in an informal manner on the first Friday of

each month simply to fellowship and discuss our lives as Christian women.

This “bring your own dinner” event from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. has been initiated

by women who understand how important it is to have time to discuss topics

in light of our busy lives and our desire to grow closer to God. We’ll hold

our first “MSG” evening Friday, September 7, 2012. Join us if you can. Call

Joanne Chapline at 410-321-9632 if you have questions.

Saturday, Aug. 25 Sunday School picnic (parents & children)

(time and place to be decided)

Sunday, Aug. 26 10:00 Blessing of backpacks, blackberries, etc.

Sunday, Sept. 2 8 & 10 End of summer service schedule

Sunday, Sept. 9 8, 9 & 11 Bible Sunday– fall schedule resumes

10:00 2nd Sunday breakfast— Ravens Sunday

Sunday, Sept. 16 10:00 Sunday school resumes for all ages

Saturday, Sept. 22 6:00-9:00 Quiz Night

Sunday, October 7 9:00 Pet Blessing

Yes, every Sunday is Bible Sunday, but

this year we will set aside Sunday Sep-

tember 9 to celebrate the gift of the

Good Book in our lives. You can share

the story of your family Bible when

you bring it to church to display; or

you can receive a Bible from Trinity if

you don’t have one. After breakfast at

10:00, adults, youth, and children can

better appreciate this most important

book by participating in Bible-themed

educational activities and games.

Bible Sunday– What’s That?

This group is for Trinity students in

grades 7-10. Blending action and con-

templation, the goal of our weekly

meetings is to help young people grow

in their faith and life. The Rite 13

group will begin preparations for an

Urban Adventure during the summer

of 2013 when the students use their

newfound skills in small groups to find

locations and accomplish tasks in a city

-wide scavenger hunt. The previous

group from Trinity went to New York

City, but Philadelphia, Washington

D.C., and even Baltimore are possibili-

ties for our destination city in 2013.

Late August is the time when students and office workers may feel as if

they’re taking on the weight of the world as vacations end and they strap on

backpacks and heft briefcases to begin a season of learning and work. In an-

ticipation of the labors of autumn, Trinity folk can bring backpacks, briefcases,

androids, iPhones, and other implements of their labor to church on Sunday,

August 26. The 10:00 service that day will include a blessing of our symbols

of work and study. The blessing serves as a reminder that God walks with us

and our faith community supports us as we go about our weekday tasks.

Rite 13 for Grades 7-10

August 25— Backpack Blessing

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August, 2012 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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2

12:00 Eucharist

1:00 staff meeting

3

5:30 Tai Chi event

4 9-6 Tai Chi event Surprise Shop closed for cleaning/restocking thru Aug. 12.

TECC closed for cleaning and prep August 20-24.

5 10 Pentecost

8:00 Eucharist

10:00 Eucharist

2-6 Tai Chi event

6

6:00 Tai Chi

7

7:00 AA

8

9

12:00 Eucharist

10 11

12 11 Pentecost

8:00 Eucharist

10:00 Eucharist

13

Surprise Shop reopens 6:00 Tai Chi

14

7:00 Finance meeting

7:00 AA

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16

12:00 Eucharist

17

5:00 rehearsal for

Foy wedding

18

11:00 Foy wedding

19 12 Pentecost

8:00 Eucharist

10:00 Eucharist

20

6:00 Tai Chi

7:00 Vestry

21

11:00 Prologue Lunch

7:00 AA

22 23 12:00 Eucharist

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25

26 13 Pentecost

8:00 Eucharist

10:00 Eucharist and

backpack blessing

27

TECC reopens 6:00 Tai Chi

28

7:00 AA

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30

12:00 Eucharist

31

Are you ready for an exciting 2012-2013 music season?

Now is the time to get involved!

MUSIC OPEN HOUSE in Memorial Hall on Sunday,

September 2 after the 10:00 a.m. service! Doris and I will

begin Lemonade Hour with some short entertainment

followed by information on music programs at Trinity.

CHOIR REHEARSALS for the 11:00 choir will be on

Thursdays from 7:30-9:00 p.m. AND Sundays at the usual

9:30 a.m. time. This allows you to CHOOSE the one that

best fits your schedule, and eliminates the conflict with

Christian Formation on Sunday mornings. The first re-

hearsal will be Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in

the Guild Room. Be sure to eat a good dinner, but save

some room for dessert. Hope to see you there!

TRINITY CONCERT SERIES will make its debut. You

can expect a wide variety of both choral and instrumental

concerts. These programs will be free of charge and open

to the public. Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open

for specific details!

Always feel free to approach me with comments, con-

cerns, suggestions or questions!

Jim Wincelowicz

Trinity family—

I am so excited for the return of our 9:00 Family Service

and to again be a part of great worship music! Music

Team rehearsals will be Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the

church beginning September 4.

This year my goals as Music Team Leader are to SIM-

PLIFY, ORGANIZE, and REJUVENATE our program.

With the creation of a new "Joy and Wonder 2” book,

Trinity members and friends will be able to attend re-

hearsal fully prepared with everything they need and less

paper! We will continue to work together to select and

share an uplifting blend of contemporary and traditional

worship music.

Although the Music Team already has a wonderful group

of talented, dedicated, and fun individuals we warmly

welcome ANY Trinity members and friends to attend

our rehearsals. ALL ARE WELCOME to come join

us at anytime whether it be for one Tuesday/Sunday or

the entire season. New friends with a joy of music

would only enhance our music efforts. Thank you all for

your support; I’ll see you in September!

Doris Yousfi (Glen Music)

Music Programs at Trinity for 2012-2013

Sunday Schedule:

8:00 a.m. Eucharist

Coffee Hour

9:00 a.m. Eucharist

Coffee Hour

10:00 a.m. Education Hour Programs for all ages

11:00 a.m. Eucharist

Coffee Hour

Thursday:

12:00 noon Eucharist

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August 10

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Trinity Episcopal Church is an inclusive and caring Christ-centered commu-nity nurtured by our wor-ship and tradition. We ask God to strengthen and guide us as we live out our mission to wel-come and celebrate the diversity of all people through spiritual educa-tion, growth in faith, and service in Christ’s Name.

Trinity Episcopal Children’s Center TECC is a Preschool offering full time childcare

for children ages 2 through Pre-K.

We are open from 7:30 a.m. till 5:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday, year round.

July and August

Summer Camp Programs:

Science, Movement, Art, and Bible

You can visit us on the web at www.tecckids.org

or contact the office for more information

tecckids@tecckids.org (410) 823-3589

SUMMER SUNDAYS:

June 3 through September 2

8:00 a.m. Eucharist

Lemonade Hour

10:00 a.m. Eucharist

Lemonade Hour