Bk fall brochure

c o m m u n i t y l i f eFall 2014

In a city like New York, it can be easy to get caught up

in our own stories, pouring our energy into daily routines

and personal growth. As followers of Jesus, we delight in

opportunities to step out of our individual lives to connect

with others in meaningful relationships that overflow

into tangible love and service to our communities. We’ve

designed groups and events that help you take a step

toward connection and equip you to follow Jesus, joining

Him in His mission of renewal in our lives, neighborhood,

industries and our city as a whole.

S e p t e m b e r

14 Five Year Parish Anniversary

16 Barclay’s/Flatbush (New MC) Event

21 Intro To Trinity Grace

Starter Group Meet & Greet

TGC Kids Ministry Training

22 TGC Kids Ministry Training

24 CCR: Renewing Education

28 All-Parish Gathering

(no gathering in Park Slope)

30 TGC Kids Ministry Training

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1 South Slope MC, BoCoCa MC

2 North Slope MC

3 TGC Kids Parent Orientation

4 Apple Picking

5 Walking With Jesus: 40 Days Kickoff

Starter Groups Meet & Greet

11 Family Fall Picnic

12 Starter Groups Meet & Greet

South Slope MC Pumpkin Party

18 Membership Class

p a r i S h c a l e n d a r

n o v e m b e r

2 Intro to Trinity Grace


6 North Slope MC

7 Marriage Prep Workshop (2-day event)

18 CCR: Racial Reconciliation w/Bryan Loritts

22 South Slope MC Event

27 Thanksgiving Holiday

North Slope MC Thanksgiving Event

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4 North Slope MC

12 Christmas Extravaganza

14 Kid’s Christmas Play

20 North Slope MC Giftwrap Fundraiser

24 Christmas Eve Gathering

25 Christmas Day

Trinity Grace Church offices are closed from

Christmas Day through January 4th.

l i f e g r o u p S

In an intentional and intimate setting, members of a life group meet weekly to share a meal, read and discuss scripture, tell stories about what God is doing in their lives and pray for one another.

Come and spend a few minutes after the gathering meeting some of our life group leaders and find a group to join that meets near you! New groups are committed to meeting once a week for the fall season.

Life groups launch at least twice yearly. If you miss or cannot participate in the fall cycle, we can help you find other ways to connect to community. Please email

[email protected].

m e e t & g r e e t S e p t 2 1

Come to classroom G1A right after the service, and join a group. Then stay for Intro to Trinity Grace! Lunch provided.

o c t 5 & o c t 1 2

Come to classroom G1A right after the service, meet our leaders, ask questions and join a group. Light refreshments provided.

They devoted themselves to the apostles’

teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking

of bread and to prayer. -Acts 2:42

c o n n e c t t o c o m m u n i t y

m i S S i o n a l c o m m u n i t y

These proximity-based groups meet monthly in the neighborhoods surrounding our church.

It is a place for the Life Groups and individuals in that specific area to come together to pray for and seek the renewal of their neighborhood through active outreach and service in the community. n o r t h S l o p e

This group encompasses North Park Slope—4th Ave to the Park, Dean St up to 9th St. Nearby neighbors welcome, too!

Leaders: Zac and Melanie Martin, Shawn and Kim Cheng, Katie Barnard, Katherine Clements, Tim and Karen Cox, Michelle Gehr.

Details: First Thursdays at Die Kollner Bierhalle, St. Mark’s between 4th and 5th. Various serve opportunities throughout the year.

Contact: [email protected] for questions or to join the Google Group.

S o u t h S l o p e

This group encompasses South Park Slope—4th Ave to the Park, 9th St up to 20th St, and also includes neighbors in Sunset Park, Windsor Terrace, Greenwood, and anyone else nearby.

Leaders: Chris and Becca Plunkett

Details:First Wednesday of every month, plus serving opportunities.

Contact: [email protected] or join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/d/forum/tgc-south-slope-mc

b o c o c a

This group encompasses Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Red Hook and the Columbia Heights Waterfront area, as w ell as Brooklyn heights and any other nearby neighbors!

Leaders: Michael and Mary Castillejos

Details: First Wednesday of each month, plus serving opportunities.

Contact: [email protected]

b a r c l a y S / n o r t h o f f l a t b u S h

This is a brand-new missional community hoping to draw together individuals who live in or around Ft. Greene, Clinton Hill, and Bed-Stuy.

Leaders: John and Stina Dufour, Emerson and Sarah Brown, Jonathan and Sarah Wang, Janelle and Chris Domig

Details: First meeting is September 16th, further meetings and serving projects TBD.


S t a y c o n n e c t e d

f a c e b o o k : Join TGC Park Slopers

t w i t t e r : @tgcbrooklyn

i n S t a g r a m : @tgcparkslope

S i g n u p f o r t h e w e e k l y e m a i l :http://tinyurl.com/parkslopeweekly

q u e S t i o n S : [email protected]

Intro To Trinity Grace

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Whether you have attended one time, one month or one (or more!) years, you’re welcome at this hour-long session. We’ll unpack the history, vision and values of the church as well as leave lots of time for your questions! Lunch is provided, so we request an RSVP to [email protected].

Parent Orientation

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Come and hear from Children’s Ministry Director Ashley Elmquist about the vision and philosophy of our kid’s program and learn how we can help you disciple your children at every age. You’ll walk away with some practical tools, as well as a clearer understanding of what your child experiences on a Sunday morning. Please RSVP to [email protected] for time and location.

Center For City Renewal

The Center For City Renewal was established in 2013 in an effort to equip and empower Christians to embody the ethic of Jesus as seen through the lens of vocation, justice, and civility. Come learn from world class thought leaders and practitioners in every cultural channel. Visit cityrenewal.org for additional details and events.

Visit cityrenewal.org for info and to register for upcoming events.

S e p t 2 4 RENEWING EDUCATION

An industry roundtable for educators and administrators in the New York City school system.

OCT 12 RENEWING ADVERTISING

An industry roundtable for those working in any part of the advertising/marketing field in New York City.

n o v 1 8 RACIAL RECONCILIATION

With Bryan Loritts, open to all.

e q u i p p i n g & S e r v i n g

Classes

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Each season, we offer equipping classes for those desiring to dig more deeply into their spiritual development. Past classes have included Foundations of Christianity, a discussion of C.S. Lewis’ “The Four Loves” and a course on the book of Isaiah. Look to your bulletin and the weekly email for class announcements.

Membership Class

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If you consider Trinity Grace your church home and want to explore a deeper commitment, this half-day class will help you discern if membership is right for you.

Walking With Jesus: 40 Days of Formation

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Everyone in our parish is invited to join us on a shared journey of discipleship practices from October 5th through Thanksgiving. Resources will be provided to help you engage the rhythms of Presence, Empowerment, Renewal, Pursuit, Sacrifice, Grace and Family.

Keep an eye on the weekly email, social media and the Sunday bulletin for ways you can participate.

Marriage Prep Workshop

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Based on The Marriage Book by Nicky and Sila Lee, the Marriage Prep Group Workshop is a weekend workshop (begins Friday at 6:30 p.m.; ends Saturday at 5:00 p.m.) led by a married couple from the Trinity Grace Church community. Over the course of 1.5 days you’ll learn practical skills and tools from a biblical perspective to build a solid foundation for marriage.

To learn more and register, visit trinitygracechurch.com/marriageprep

Serve Teams

Our Sunday morning serve teams are a great place to share your gifts and talents with the church, as well as meet new people.

h o S p i t a l i t y

Details: Set up coffee and bagels, communion and welcome table and help make people feel at home in the church.

Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]

S e t u p a n d t e a r d o w n

Details: The quiet backbone of Sunday mornings. Create an atmospehere of worship for those attending our gathering and help with the heavy lifting afterward.


v i S u a l m e d i a a n d S o u n d

Details: Help meet a very practical need by running slides or sound on Sunday mornings. You can also offer help with creating visual media for our gatherings!


p r a y e r

Details: Come and seek God together with leaders and regular attenders of our church at 9:00 a.m. each Sunday before the gathering. All are welcome to join.


c h i l d r e n ’ S m i n i S t r y

Details: Play, sing, read, share and help disciple our youngest members! Serve once per month on the same Sunday each month. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn.

Contact: trinitygraceparkslope.com/kidsvolunteerapp/

t g c p a r k S l o p e . c o m Sundays at 10:30 am

Documents

Bk fall brochure