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Summer 2021
June/July/August
Greetings, Friends!
If you have received a paper copy of this newsletter, you have probably seen our “please respond” post card. Please fill it out and
return it to the church, especially if you would like to continue receiving a paper copy. If you wish to be taken off the mailing
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Thank you so much for taking a few moments to fill out the card!
As we look ahead, I would like to invite you to participate in our three summer worship series. We will begin with a worship
series called Summer of Love. Next, we’ll move through a series called I’ve Been Meaning to Ask, and we’ll finish the summer
with a series based on a book called Freeing Jesus, by Diana Butler Bass.
The worship series called Summer of Love, is, as you can imagine, about the love of Jesus Christ. It
is a deep dive into the different ways that we express the love of Jesus in our own lives and an oppor-
tunity to look more closely at what it means to show love to God and to others. We will begin Memo-
rial Day weekend (Sunday, May 30) with “Loving Community” by looking at John 6:1-13. On June
6, we will explore the theme “Loving Friends” with John 21:3-4, 10-17. On June 13, we will look at
the theme “Loving Family” using Luke 10:38-42. Finally, we will wrap up the series on June 20
with “Loving God” using Mark 2:23-28. It is a great series that will remind us of exactly what Love
is all about as followers of Christ!
The full name of the second worship series is I’ve Been Meaning to Ask, a series for curiosity, courage and
connection. We will kick this series off on June 27 with “I’ve been meaning to ask, where are you from?”
using Genesis 2:4b-15 and John 1:35-51. On July 4, we will look at “I’ve been meaning to ask, where does
it hurt?” using 1 Samuel 1:1-18 and Mark 5:21-43. On July 11, we will look at “I’ve been meaning to ask,
what do you need?” using Job 2:11-13 and 2 Timothy 4:9-18. We will wrap up the series on July 18 with
“I’ve been meaning to ask, where do we go from here?” using Ruth 1:1-22 and Acts 10. Resources are
available to help you get the most out of this series. If you are interested in receiving a copy, please contact
me (pastor.jacki.stow@gmail.com) or Cindy (office@gotrinity.org), and we will make sure you have
them. I am prayerfully hopeful that this series will be a deep dive into some hard-hitting questions that will help us all be better
followers of Christ.
We will finish the summer using a book called Freeing Jesus by Diana Butler Bass. I haven’t yet decided on all
the scriptures for this series, but the themes will give you an idea of where we are headed. On July 25, we will
begin this series with the theme, “Jesus as Friend.” We will continue with “Jesus as Teacher,” on August 1,
“Jesus as Savior,” on August 8, “Jesus as Lord” on August 15, and then “Jesus as Way,” on August 22. We will
finish this series, and the summer, on August 29 with “Jesus as Presence.”
I am so excited for the ways that God will move in and through these worship series, and I hope that you will join
us. I pray for you daily and hope that you and your family are well!
Blessings!
Hello Friends:
I think that by now we have all put away our winter
sweaters and if the weather we’re experiencing now is WST Bible Study will meet on Thursday, June
any indication of what is to come, we’re in for a nice 3rd at 9:30am after which we will be taking a
warm summer. It’s hard to believe it’s almost Memo- break for the summer and will begin meeting
rial Day! A couple of months ago we were all wishing again on the first Thursday in September.
for warmer weather, and I think our wishes have been
granted.
In my last letter I wished a happy 90th birthday to If you would like more information
Evelyn Carter. It turns out that I was in the right church
but the wrong pew – literally. Evelyn did celebrate a
on how to donate or volunteer for
birthday not too long ago but it was actually Ayo Cole the food pantry, please contact
who celebrated her 90th birthday. Happy Belated Mike O’Shea at (856) 488-1095.
Birthday, Ayo! You’re going to have to share your se-
crets of staying so young at heart! Maybe you and Upcoming Pantry Dates:
Evelyn can share notes. Both of you are so positive
and sweet, we need to follow your example. And while June 9
I’m celebrating some milestone birthdays, I also want July 14
to wish everyone who recently celebrated a birthday, August 11
or has one coming up, many blessings as you cele-
brate your special day! We have another official birth- As always, all non-perishable food and monetary
day to celebrate! Evelyn Petrie announced the birth of donations are accepted and appreciated.
her granddaughter, Elle, to her daughter Saidah and
her husband. Evelyn has lots of pictures she will be
happy to show you. Congratulations to all!
Barbara Wilson recently organized a campaign where
we mailed welcome letters to new residents in
Pennsauken and Merchantville. We’re hoping that this
will motivate some people who are new to the area to
join us for worship. If you are reading this and re- at 6pm
ceived one of our letters, we would like some feedback
about how you felt about the letter and if there are any
changes or additions you think could be helpful. Bar-
bara and Pastor Jacki did a wonderful job composing Bible Study led by Pastor Jacki continues
the letter and gathering the mailing lists. Hopefully, on Wednesdays at 6pm.
there will be a positive response.
Thanks again to all who help keep the lights on and the Anyone wishing to join them
doors open. Bit by bit, we are seeing more people please contact Pastor Jacki at
returning to in person worship and it’s been great to pastor. jacki.stow@gmail.com
see our friends again. Just a personal note, my phone
number has changed. If you would like the new
number, please see me before or after the service. My
cell number is still the same.
As I close, I ask you to keep the church family and our
hurting world in your prayers.
May God bless us, everyone! If you or a loved one is in need of prayer and
would like to be added to the prayer chain, please
Debbie Curcio contact:
Worship Committee chair. Pat Nelson (856) 662-6893
JUNE July Anniversaries
4 Donna Perkins 1 Cookie O’Shea June
5 Amanda Ezeiruaku 11 Debbie Curcio 8 Michael & Melissa Olson
10 Jennifer Wurtenberg 12 Nicholas Musulin, III 17 William & Charlotte Guckes
14 Terri Ingram 19 Dave & Ann Arber
14 Cindy Lewandowski
22 Charles & Beverly Holliday
17 Jessica Hayman 19 Karen Ney
22 Frank & Pat Shockley
20 Elaine McBride 19 Melissa Olson
july
23 Miriam Novella 20 Melissa Gray
15 Robert & Claudia Buderman
25 Joe Robinson Sr. 21 Christine O’Shea
august
27 Pedro Pillot 27 Larry Migliaccio
9 Gary & Debbie Hartman
28 Jack Thomas
Sandra Hoeflich 11 Dennis & Barbara Wilson
Kristin Musulin 17 William & Dottie Landolt
29 Charlie Dowdney Jr. 28 Tom & Cece Torok
August
7 Rebecca Kosherzenko
9 Emily Bollinger
15 Matthew Gordy
21 David Taylor
22 Albert Stover
28 David Brody
If we missed your birthday or anniversary, please let us know.
Happy belated birthday to
Helen Carrell who turned 92
on May 27th!
Easter 1st Sunday
In-person
Attendance
UpdateTrinity United Methodist Church
36 W. Maple Ave.
Merchantville, NJ 08109
(856) 665-1806 office@gotrinity.org
Summer 2021
Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Worship 10:45am
June 6 July 4 - Independence Day August 1
June 13 - Children’s Day July 11 August 8
June 20 - Father’s Day July 18 August 15
June 27 July 25 August 22
WST Bible Study Zoom Bible Study August 29
June 3 Wednesdays at 6pm Zoom Bible Study
Zoom Bible Study Bagging for Pantry Wednesdays at 6pm
Wednesdays at 6pm July 13 - 7:00pm Bagging for Pantry
Red Cross Blood Drive Food Pantry Aug. 10 - 7:00pm
June 8 - 2:00pm - 7:00pm July 14 - 10am-12pm Food Pantry
Bagging for Pantry Aug. 11 - 10am-12pm
June 8 - 7:00pm
Food Pantry
June 9 - 10am-12pm
Blood Drive at Trinity UMC
on June 8th
You’re somebody’s type, Please donate!
The Borough will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Trinity UMC on Tuesday,
June 8th from 2:00 - 7:00pm
To make an appointment please sign up at www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code:
Merchantville Community
1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)CAMPING MINISTRY
SUMMER PROGRAMS
The Pinelands Center is a camp and retreat center nestled in the heart of the Pine Barrens in Burlington
County, NJ. On nearly 150 acres of forest in the coastal plains of southern New Jersey, The Pinelands
Center is located in the middle of the historic National Pinelands Reserve. Surrounded not only by the
trails of Brendan T. Byrne State Park, The Pinelands Center is also bordered by cranberry bogs and pre-
served forestland.
Located directly off of Route 70, an hour from Philadelphia and less than an hour from the Jersey Shore, The Pinelands Center is a unique
place that provides a unique experience for every visitor.
The Pinelands Center strives to provide all campers and guests with an exceptional experience at our facility. Our cabins come equipped with
heat, hot water, electricity, indoor plumbing, bunks and/or individual beds with mattresses. We provide unique outdoor experiences (weather
permitting) such as a low-ropes team building course, water activities such as canoes and paddle boarding, nighttime campfires, scavenger
hunts… and much more depending on the needs of your group!
With our Christian faith and values of the United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey, we believe in providing experiences that are
genuine, refreshing and (if desired) spiritually fulfilling. We at The Pinelands Center hope to provide you and your group with a top notch,
hospitable experience that leaves you feeling refreshed, encouraged and excited to plan your next trip to our beautiful camp and facilities.
This summer we are offering three different camping experiences!
All of our camping programs will include games, engaging outdoor experiences, worship, small groups and leadership building!
FAMILY CAMP
A three day getaway for family members of any age to create memories involving family friendly devotions,
inclusive games and fun outdoor activities.
Schedule: Cost:
• July 11 – 13 | Session 1 • $125 per adult (ages 12+)
• July 14 – 16 | Session 2 • $60 per child (ages 4 – 12)
• July 18 – 20 | Session 3 • 4 and under free
• July 21 – 23 | Session 4
MISSION RETREATS
The Pinelands Center wants to host YOUR group for a week of mission this summer! We are excited to offer many
weeks and weekends of mission in June, July and early August.
Schedule: Cost:
• June 20-25 | Session 1 • $375 per person
• July 25-30 | Session 2
• Aug. 1-6 | Session 3
HISPANIC CULTURAL HERITAGE CAMP
A one week experience for students grades 1 – 12 to celebrate their Hispanic culture through passionate worship,
relevant speakers and unique outdoor experiences.
Schedule: Cost:
• Aug. 8 – 13 | Session 1 • $450 per camper
For more information or to register go to http://www.pinelandscenter.org/summer-programs/The Tidings
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