Trinity UMC Trinity United Methodist Church

838 North 25th Street

Fort Dodge, IA 50501

515-573-3519

www.trinityumcfd.org

facebook.com/trinityumcfortdodge

June 2016

Connecting People

with God,

Each Other,

and the World

On Monday, May 9th we had a small reception for the celebration and consecration of our newly remodeled kitchen. We were proud to honor Pauline Morrison's gift and welcome her two daughters and their husbands, Deb and Mark Culley and Peg and Tim Watson. Jeff Siems and Dale Conklin gave Deb and Peg a tour of the kitchen and the steps the renovations went through. Further everyone had a chance to share a memory of Pauline and her life at Trinity and Deb and Peg shared their life with their mom and their life now. Pastor Ron concluded with a wonderful consecration program. Check out the pictures in the hall of the church.

A huge thank you to all who furnished

items for our garage sale. We brought

in $1,320.36 which will go toward our

renovation debt. If you are cleaning or

downsizing, please remember your

church for the fall sale. A special thank

you to Jean Warg who paid for our

advertising.

June

1 10:30 am WNL Crew Gathering

9 9:00 am Executive Meeting

12 1:00 pm Trinity Youth Car Wash

2:30 pm Sunday Before Dark

6:00 pm 4-H

15 5:00 pm Mary Circle

20-24 5:30 pm VBS at First United

22 9:15 am Ruth Circle

26-30 Youth Mission Trip

28 6:30 pm Trustees Meeting

Worship Opportunities

Saturdays

5:30 pm - Informal Worship

Sundays

9:00 am - Traditional Worship

11:00 am - Contemporary Worship

Upcoming Summer Activities

Vacation Bible School

5:30 pm – 8:00 pm from Monday, June 20th to

Friday, June 24th at First United Methodist Church

Summer Games University

July 13th through 17th

What is your favorite thing to do in the summer? Maybe it is going on vacation, going to the pool, spending time with your family and friends, going to concerts, playing sports, grilling, going to work (yeah, right!) - the list can go on and on. There are so many opportunities in the summer, and sometimes we try and cram it all in

that we forget what summer is about - rest. In my life, my favorite summer has been in 2012. I had the opportunity to spend ten weeks in North Myrtle Beach, SC. I went with a college ministry, and had a blast. We had Bible studies, mentoring, work, community events, evangelism, and lots of fellowship. Through the busyness of everything, I managed to find one afternoon a week to be by myself. I would go on walks, bike rides, take naps, but my favorite thing to do was go to the beach and just sit, listen to music, and read my Bible. (And apply sunscreen every 20 minutes because I am one of two colors - white or red!) That was my favorite summer because it was a time where I would stop and spend time with God amidst the busyness of life. In those moments, my faith grew in immeasurable ways. I learned how to trust God in my life, how to rely on God through good and hard times, how to study Scripture in a way that would reflect in my own life, and how to tell others about the good news of the Gospel. So let me ask you a question - what can you do in the summer to slow down and spend time with God? Our lives are hectic. There's stuff to do, people to see, families to raise, the list is endless. But I believe with my whole heart that above all of that, God needs to be our first priority. Take 5-10 minutes each day between the chores of this life to remember that, pray, read or listen to scripture, and have fun while you do it! I promise you, it is worth it. Megan

I know it is currently NOT “politically correct” to mix patriotism and religion in some folks’ eyes. However, in my way of thinking and valuing the American experience; the three American summer holidays, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day, can’t be just secular observations!

How can we observe the profound dedication of the men and women who served our country in the military, how can we celebrate the founding of our country and the faith of the founding mothers and fathers, and how can we be grateful for the men and women who go to work every day to make our lives and living better; without thanking God for giving all Americans, past, present and to come, courage and strength to be faithful???

Fourth of July is a big deal for our family. For the Kittermans it probably ranks right behind Easter and Christmas. So as summer gets started with Memorial Day, peaks with July 4th, and ends with Labor day, my faith feels a special connection with the season of summer. I believe we Kittermans extend that connection from the supposed secular holidays to God and all Americans.

There is a song from the musical, Porgy and Bess, that says:

“Summer time, and the living is easy!” Let’s not forget on

Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day why the living is

easy! [Hint: Its not just because of the weather!] With gratitude,

let’s connect our faith to all the people who have made America

good and great! I hope we can remember what the flags and

flowers in the cemetery, the fireworks in the sky and the Labor

Day picnics all point toward: a nation of dedicated and faithful

people, past and present and to come! A people who understand

that with God and together, all good things are possible!

Marv Fedders

Gene Joseph Boland

Terry Ellis

Gladys Long

Ilene Smith

Rowena Bastian

Nick Montgomery

Shane Corey

Lloyd Corey

George & Jean Montgomery

Craig Hatlestad

Rachel Bell

Pastor John Hembry

Carol Corey

We are currently updating our prayer requests. Please let us know if there is anyone you would like added. Thank you and have a blessed month!

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Summer is upon us, and it is time to

get outside to enjoy the weather and our

surroundings. The long sleeve shirts can

finally be put away along with the snow

shovels, snow blowers, and sidewalk salt.

The picnic tables, lawn chairs, and our

favorite pair of shorts can be brought out

of storage. This is the season of year which I think God

was talking about when He declared, “it was very good” in

Genesis 1:31, but then again I just don’t like winter.

Whether God has a favorite season or not, I don’t

think I will ever know that until I reach the gates of

heaven. What I do know though is that God created the

heavens and earth. That creation is to be enjoyed each and

every day. As we travel around on summer vacation, or

simply get outside for a barbeque with friends and family;

take a few moments and look around. Those beautiful

flowers, green trees, lush lawn, and blue skies are all

blessings from God which we should not take for granted.

This summer, I challenge you to offer God a prayer of

thanksgiving for such a beautiful creation.

Enjoy Your Summer

Pastor Mike

If you are in the hospital and want a personal visit, please call the church. Hospitals no

longer contact the church on your behalf so

we need your help. Thank you!

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