TRINITY OUTLOOK

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH | WWW.FORTWORTHTRINITY.ORG OCTOBER 2013

MOTHER CARLYE’S MESSAGE

How are we to keep the flame alive? You know the one – the flame of faith that God placed within us. How shall we keep the inner flame of faith alive as it flickers and dances sometimes in full light and other times casting light where hopelessness has dimmed all sight? What happens if that flame diminishes to the faint glow of an ember covered in the ash of what had been a vibrant faith?

One of the true gifts of our parish community is the way we hold, honor, support and encourage each other’s faith. It is as if God brought us to-gether to grow our faith alongside and because of each other. For most people spiritual maturity is difficult to achieve on one’s own. Contrary to popular spirituality which relies primarily on an inner barometer of personal well being, our tradition re-quires a community to authenticate a call to ministry, to hold one accountable, to teach our traditions, and to pray that we follow wherever and whenever God calls. Amazingly a deepening of faith happens as we interact with God’s people walking the journey of faith with us. This is the motivating reason for every activity at Trinity Episcopal Church. Our faith can deepen within the context of our communal life. Classes, dinners, outreach, worship, meetings, and every gathering at our church exist in order to sup-port those who follow Christ as they grow in faith.

Today’s culture, deeply influenced by individualism and consumerism, strongly suggests that spiritual maturity can best be achieved individually and privately. Everything about Christian tradition and our Anglican heritage in particular, points to something different. A book filled with prayers and worship all meant to be used in community. Even when used individually it is with the full knowledge that people all over the world are praying the same prayers at morning, noonday, evening, or before sleep. Holy Scrip-ture springs to life with the stories of God’s people, couples, families, groups, siblings, and communities living in relationship with each other and God.

It seems we were created to be together—to live, to grow, to celebrate, to sorrow, and to walk the jour-ney of faith and ministry together. My prayer is that in the coming weeks and months you will take ad-vantage of the many opportunities to explore your faith in and with this family of faith.

Grace and peace,

“Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is

pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if

there is anything worthy of praise, think about these

things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of

peace will be with you.” Philippians 4:8 - 9

PICTURE THIS!—A LOOK BACK

INTRODUCING FAMILY EUCHARIST!

Second Sunday = Family Eucharist

Worship is such an important part of our tradition. We are always trying to think of ways to involve more people and engage more people.

So, starting October 13, we're launching a monthly effort to include children, youth, and families more directly in our worship life. Every month on the second Sunday at our 9:15 service will see some changes to try to engage the younger end of our congregation more fully.

Keep an eye out for more youth leader-ship and for increased participation for our children! If your child would like to be in-volved please contact Father Andrew Wright: awright@fortworthtrinity.org or 817-926-4631.

LEARN ABOUT HEALTHIER AGING

Deborah Rhea, Professor of Kinesiology and Associate Dean of Health Sciences & Research at TCU will present “Emotional Intelligence: Healthier Aging” when the Women of Trinity meet on Monday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. All are wel-come to attend!

Dr. Rhea has published over 40 peer re-viewed articles and 14 books on physical activity, eating disorders, and adoles-

cents. She frequently speaks on the topics of stress, healthy living, behavior change, moti-vation, and eating disor-ders. She also trains physical education and classroom teachers at all levels in several school districts across Texas and other states.

SATURDAY SUPPER UPDATE

Our next Saturday Supper will be Oct. 19, 7 p.m., at the home of Bill & Ava Traylor, 116 Anthony Drive, Lakeside, 76108. Please bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be provided. This is a great way to get to know your Trinity family in a casual atmosphere!

Join us for Feasting with the Saints—Celebrating Oktoberfest! We’ll gather in the Parish Hall Sunday, Oct. 13 at 1 p.m.

Trinity's Feastings Team is cooking up a delicious German meal. On the menu: Sausages, Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage, Potatoes, Salad and Strudel.

You can reserve your seat at the table and, if you wish, pre-purchase tickets ($15 each) on our website.

OKTOBERFEST 2013

FOOD & FRIENDS

TRINITY HALFTIMERS GATHERING!

The Halftimers (20s, 30s, 40s & friends) will meet on Oct. 19 for a potluck dinner. at the home of Tony and Lydia Hiatt, 1512 South Adams, Fort Worth, 76104.

Childcare will be provided at the church for ages 6 weeks to 11 years old. Please bring a sack dinner for your child. Child-care begins at 5:30 p.m., and the doors will be locked at 5:45 p.m. The event ends at 8 p.m., with child pick-up at the church by 8:15 p.m.

Please RSVP to Brandy Bacon, mkbrandar@yahoo.com or 817-797-7796.

HOW CAN I KEEP FROM SINGING?

You’re invited to “How Can I Keep from Singing?”—a HymnFest hosted by Christ the King Episcopal Church (meeting in the Parish Hall at Westside Presbyterian Church, 8700 Chapin Road, Fort Worth, 76108). Many of your favorite hymns will be sung by the choir, soloists and congre-gation on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. You may sponsor a hymn for a $25 donation (or more, if you are so moved). Your con-tribution will be recognized in the event program—where you can also make an “in thanksgiving” or “in memory of” dedi-cation. For more information, contact Shirley Johnson, Music Director, Christ the King Episcopal Church: ihearvoices11@gmail.com.

FORUM SERIES CONTINUES

For Lu Anne and Faith Bruton, God’s grace was recently revealed in a very unique way. Hear how they responded at the Trinity Forum on Sunday, Oct. 20, 10:40 a.m. in the Parish Hall. For a sneak peek of their presentation, check out this video on our YouTube channel: http://youtu.be/TbB9dPFmURo

Fine Arts @ Trinity will host NYC’s The Good Pennyworths on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. This Renaissance vocal quartet (with lute and Gothic harp) will present their newest concert, “Love is but a Jest: Songs for Fools & Lovers,” here at Trinity as part of an 17-city tour. A freewill offer-ing will be accepted at the door. Learn more about this group at www.goodpennyworths.com.

FINE ARTS @ TRINITY PRESENTS

CONTACT US @ TRINITY!

CLERGY

The Rev. Carlye J. Hughes, Rector chughes@fortworthtrinity.org The Rev. Dr. Andrew R. Wright, Associate Rector awright@fortworthtrinity.org

STAFF & SUPPORT TEAM

Christopher Thomas, Operations Manager cthomas@fortworthtrinity.org Jackie Robinson, Business Manager businessmanager@fortworthtrinity.org Sarah Martinez, Communications Manager communications@fortworthtrinity.org Paula Gartman, Parish Administrator trinity@fortworthtrinity.org Kimberly Cooper, Children’s Ministry Coordinator childrensministry@fortworthtrinity.org Paul Morrissey, Sexton pmorrissey@fortworthtrinity.org Melissa Pannell, Director of Trinity Episcopal School mpannell@fortworthtrinity.org Debora Clark, Director of Music & Organist dclark@fortworthtrinity.org Alan Buratto, Choirmaster aburatto@fortworthtrinity.org Bob Hunt, Folk Group Co-Director bhunt@fortworthtrinity.org Paul Warren, Folk Group Co-Director pwarren@fortworthtrinity.org

EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF FORT WORTH

MEET ANDREW BRADSHAW

Check this column each month for a profile story on a Trinity parishioner. We kick off the series by introducing our new Chancel-lor: Andy Bradshaw. Do you have someone to recommend for a feature story? Send

tips to communications@fortworthtrinity.org.

Andy and his wife, Margaret Lowry, and their two sons, Charlie and Jay, have been mem-bers of Trinity Episcopal Church for approxi-mately two years.

Andy was born and raised in Waco, then moved to Fort Worth to attend Texas Christian University. (He graduated with honors in 1985.) Following graduation from Baylor Law School, he moved back to Fort Worth and was an attorney in private practice for approximate-ly 15 years before being appointed in 2006 to be a municipal judge for the City of Fort Worth, a position which he still holds.

In his role as Trinity’s Chancellor, Andy at-tends Vestry meetings, periodically reviews the bylaws of the church, and reviews any le-gal papers and matters Trinity encounters.

Thank you, Andy, for your service!

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