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Love to Be Clean!

Today is Hobo’s bath day. Hobo is my sweet 16 year old Shih Tsu who

loves to be clean, but Hobo hates a bath! He is smart enough to know that when

the water begins to run in the tub and I get his shampoo and towel out that it’s

bath time. He starts trembling and shaking, looking at me with those big sad

puppy eyes - “please don’t give me a bath.” He hates to have his face washed he

can turn his head around almost like an owls trying to avoid me washing away

the dark circles from his eyes. When I dry him with the towel, he shakes as hard

as he can thinking that if he can dry himself off he could avoid the dreaded hair

dryer. Drying his hair always takes a lot longer than the washing part and within

a few minutes of hearing the hum of the dryer and having his back massaged,

Hobo relaxes and starts to enjoy at least this part of the process. Thirty minutes

later out comes a fluffy clean white dog, smiling from ear to ear, wagging his

tail, as he struts down the hall. Hobo hates a bath but he loves to be clean!

Watching him strut about so proud to be clean again, makes me think of

the lyrics to the Brooklyn Tabernacle song “I’m clean, I’m clean by the power of

His blood, I’ve been cleansed in the fountain of blood shed for me… I’m clean.”

I love to be clean too, spiritually that is; but I hate the bath. I think most of us

would agree that we love to be spiritually clean, to do those things that are

pleasing to God, to allow His love to cleanse us from the inside out, but we hate

the “bath”. Giving up bad habits, having God correct us when we think

unloving thoughts or say unloving things or when we resist doing loving deeds

of kindness, is like a bath for our soul. However, the cleansing process can be

uncomfortable and painful. Like Hobo, we try to hide, we act like we’re afraid,

we pout, we even try to butter God up with flattery, hoping to get it over with

faster, but becoming clean is a process it takes time, and we have to cooperate

with God’s Holy Spirit. Critical elements of the soul cleansing process are

worship and prayer. How’s your prayer life? I look forward to seeing you in

worship this Sunday morning as we focus on how Jesus taught His disciples to

pray.

Shalom!

Rhonda

“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up

for her, in order to make her holy by cleansing her with the washing of water by

the word, so as to present the church to himself in splendor, without a spot or

wrinkle or anything of the kind--yes, so that she may be holy and

without blemish.” (Ephesians 5:25-27, NRSV)

Rev. Rhonda HobbsRev. Rhonda HobbsRev. Rhonda Hobbs

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The Pasta and Bluegrass Festival

benefitting Family Promise will be

held on August 20 from 5:00 p.m.

to 7:30 p.m. at Central Baptist

Bearden (pasta will be served until

7:00 p.m.) This year the event will

offer expanded entertainment with

more Bluegrass and more

children's activities. As always you

will be able to sample 16 competition level pastas and vote on your

favorite. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids with a family max of

$30. Please see Liz Wright or Ed Coppock for tickets or buy online at

EventBrite. This year we are emphasizing all types of pastas including

vegetarian, vegan and gluten free!

Family Promise continues to be the only family shelter for the homeless

in Knoxville and always has a waiting list of up to 40 families. So far in

2016 they have sheltered 16 families: 56 individuals, 33 children with 9

of those being under 5. In 2016 an amazing 100% of the 12 families

exiting shelter have successfully found safe secure sustainable housing!

Family Promise also works with those housed for 2 years, vastly

increasing the opportunity for sustainable housing. Family Promise is an

important ministry at Trinity. Please consider becoming a sponsor. The

success of this event really makes or breaks the Family Promise budget.

Help get the word out to your business partners and colleagues. Together

we can bring homeless families from brokenness to transformation.

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New Phone NumberNew Phone NumberNew Phone Number

Since moving to Savannah, Georgia, Bob and Sheri Witzak now have a new phone number that they would like to share. If you would like to give them a call, their number is 912-436-6819.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Trinity will host Family Promise the week of September 4-11. Sign-up

sheets will be available in the gathering area beginning Sunday July 31.

Thank you for your continued support of this wonderful mission!

Family PromiseFamily PromiseFamily Promise

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Do You See What I See?

A woman reflecting on teachable moments in life tells this story.

A couple of years ago a friend of mine fell off a bike during vacation

and hurt her knee. She and her husband were going on a hike in a national park,

and she could only walk very slowly.

She discovered her slowed pace helped her look at the world as if

through a microscope.

As they walked along so slowly, she discovered a lizard that was in the

process of devouring a centipede. They spent ten minutes watching. The

centipede was trying to sting the lizard, but the lizard knew just how to avoid

that. “Of course I would have missed this if I hadn’t hurt my knees”

Right behind them there was a single hiker with a big camera. Every

time a friend stopped to examine a wild flower, he would stop and look too.

Finally, the hiker came up to her and said, “You're seeing so many wonderful

things.” “I’m seeing these wonderful things,” she told him, “because I can't walk

very fast.”

School begins in August for many—from elementary to college classes.

This is a time to reflect and engage in the teachable moments of our lives. Psalm

25:4 says, “Show me Your ways, O Lord; teach me Your paths.” If we don’t

take the time to allow the Spirit to lead and teach us, how will we know the ways

of the Lord, how will we see the beauty of God’s creation and listen to what it is

trying to tell us? I challenge you to look around you, enjoy the learning

environment you are in whether it is in a classroom, on a hike, spending time in

your garden, etc. Everyday God is giving us opportunities to learn and grow.

What will your next learning moment be?

Blessings,

Rev. Brenda

Rev. Brenda DowellRev. Brenda DowellRev. Brenda Dowell

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Join us on September 7 for our

Wednesday Night Programs for All Ages Kick Off &

Community Pokémon Go Lure Party

We are inviting the community to

join us for this party as we kick off our

Wednesday Night Salt & Light Dinner and

Programming.

A delicious dinner will be served

from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 pm.

After dinner, the Pokémon Lure Party begins. This is an iPhone

game. The Youth Group will set off a Lure package and other Lures they

are saving up. This lure package will last for 30 minutes and attract

Pokémon to our church for that time period so that they can be collected

by those in our church and community who are playing the iPhone game.

During this time, there will be blessing and inspirational stops in

the church and on the grounds for everyone to read as they play. Water

will be offered, the playgrounds will be opened, other games and outdoor

activities will be scattered outside for the community to engage in.

Our new adults classes: Creative Coloring , Bridge/Card class,

Bible Study, Yakety Yak Life Group, and Jam Session will begin on this

day. So exciting! So Leaders (Sheryl, The Seamans, Rev. Rhonda, Pat

Land, and David Watkins get your class ready to go.)

At the end of the party, we will have a drawing for a Gift Basket.

This is a time to meet our community and to let them know what

Trinity UMC is about. We will have information concerning the new

adult classes, children/youth programs, and our church available for all.

Wednesday NightWednesday NightWednesday Night Programs for All Ages Kick OffPrograms for All Ages Kick OffPrograms for All Ages Kick Off

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Continuing PrayersContinuing PrayersContinuing Prayers

Joanne Stansberry, Kenny Higgins, Rowena Walker, Joe Lentz,

George Seal (father of Scarlet Walker), Delt Sharp, Gary Sharp

Prayers for those withPrayers for those withPrayers for those with recent surgeries and health needs: recent surgeries and health needs: recent surgeries and health needs:

Lynn Thomas, Paul Boyer, Marge Fleck, Tom Gillespie Joe Mischlich, David Watkins, Jack Woods,

Nancy Beasley, Janice Sabo, Gary Simmons, Jack Shaw, Charlene Walker, Nancy Kitts, Maxine Ryan, Ellen Ferry

Continuing CareContinuing CareContinuing Care

Lola Corrier, Mary Heimbaugh, Nancy Wallace, Sue Woods,

George Deaton (father of Julius Deaton.)

In the MilitaryIn the MilitaryIn the Military

Mathew Chesney,

Tim George,

Wayne Houser,

James Raxter,

Ryan Witzak,

Bennie Satterfield.

PrayerPrayerPrayer RequestsRequestsRequests

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8/1 Charlie Waller 8/5 Karen Dockery 8/5 Zacharia Raxter 8/5 Erin DeRoche 8/7 Ralph Corrier 8/7 Gail Davenport 8/9 Dee Higgins 8/9 Mike Howard 8/11 Suzie Hazlewood 8/11 Nancy Grissom 8/11 Lola Corrier 8/14 Ron Raymond 8/14 Cody Engle

8/16 Jonah Bailey 8/17 William Brockelman 8/18 Jennie Leinart 8/18 Christine Taylor 8/19 Pat Doan 8/20 David Thomas 8/25 Lisa Bell 8/28 Janice Sabo 8/29 Kurt Land 8/30 Mackensie Thomas 8/31 Vee Frazier 8/31 Nick Seagle

MemorialsMemorials In Memory of Jean Neil

Given by the

Volunteer Republican Women’s Club

In Memory of Jean Neil given by Michael Bailey

In Memory of Jean Neil given by Kurt & Pat Land

In Memory of Jean Neil

given by Wally & Pat Gillespie

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Wally & Pat Gillespie

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Joe & Charlene Mischlich

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by John & Sherree Shaw

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by The Logos Class

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Winston & Karen Kegley

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Frank & Donna Patschke

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Bob & Liz Seaman

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Blair & Debra Wright

In Memory of Bill Fraley given by Linda Williams

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Sheryl’s NotesSheryl’s NotesSheryl’s Notes

Sunday July 31 Both Services

All Music Service

Hymns, Psalms, and Spiritual Songs

Sunday August 7 Both Services


Sunday August 21 8:45 Quartet

11:00 Praise Team


Singing is like bacon -

Only better!

Join the Choir!

Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.

Chancel Choir ScheduleChancel Choir Schedule

Coming Soon! September 11

Kids K-5 from 4:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.

Kick-off Party!

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New Wednesday Night AdultNew Wednesday Night AdultNew Wednesday Night Adult Classes in the FallClasses in the FallClasses in the Fall

We have some new and exciting things in store for the adults on Wednesday nights starting in the fall from September 7—November 23. Below indicates the classes that will be offered. These classes will begin September 7. Feel free to explore different classes on Wednesdays if you choose to do so.

1. Sheryl Howard will lead—Creative Coloring to ease the soul -This class uses adult coloring to reflect on life and to ease the soul. This is a new type of tool for adults to find means to wind down look at his or her life. This class will meet in the library

2. Liz and Bob Seaman will lead—Bridge/card class - This class begins with a devotion and the rest of class is spent in fellowship with on another as everyone plays bridge or other card games. It is a time of fun with our church family. This class will meet in Fowler Hall.

3. Rev. Rhonda Hobbs will lead —Bible study - This is a Bible Study group that meets to explore where God is leading them in life. There may be a video element to this class if the leader chooses to use one. This class will meet in the Logos Sunday School Class.

4. Pat Land will lead—Yakety Yak life group - This class talks about life and how the week has gone and where life is taking each member. Spiritual talks and testimonies are shared too. This class will meet in the Covenant Seekers Sunday School Class.

5. David Watkins will lead—Jam session - This group will get together and let the music flow as they talk about God and play instruments. So break out the instruments and have some fun. This class will meet in the choir room.

Blessings,

Rev Brenda

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Children’s Bell Choir will

begin on September 21. If your child

would like to be part of this Bell Choir,

please join us on Wednesday nights

from 6:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Talk to Rev.

Brenda for more details.

Calling our

Crossfire Youth:

Wednesday,

September 14, the

youth will begin

Art & Reflection

Classes. These are

powerful spiritual

formation classes where the youth listen to music and reflect on scripture

passages that relate to the song that was played. Then, there is an element

of art to express themselves. The classes begin after dinner. Dinner is

from 5:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.

Calling our Crossfire Youth:

Wednesday nights will begin again for

the youth on August 10. We will go to

Mr. Gatti’s to eat pizza and play

games. The cost is $10. Scholarships are

available. We will leave at 6:00 p.m. Do

not eat before you come!!!

The Trinity Youth Group’s Silent Basket Auction Fundraiser

begins this Sunday, September 13 and runs through October 9. There is a

sign-up sheet in the Foyer. Please help out our youth by donating a basket

filled with items for this auction.

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In spiritually educating

our children, we think about

what distinguishes spiritual from

other sorts of development, the

nature of children's spiritual experience and how we can engage children

in this experience. We know that they model us and we strive at Trinity

to lead by example and to do our best to promote their spiritual growth.

As our children develop and grow, we support them in their efforts to

know God and to build that relationship with God.

On Sunday, August 7 we celebrate their spiritual formation as we

promote them to other classes to further their education in this church as

they learn how the power and love of God can help them on their life

journey. Please come to this special Promotion Sunday. Promotions will

take place in the Bridge worship service at 11:00 a.m.. Thank you for

your care of our children.

Blessings,

Rev. Brenda

Children’s Sunday is coming

up on October 23. Parents please talk

with your children concerning this

important Sunday when they will be

leading the service. We will, also, be honoring all our church teachers.

To all the parents of

our children and youth. There

is a parent meeting on

August 21 right after the

Bridge Worship Service.

Bring a picnic lunch and join

us for this important meeting

as we talk about the exciting

new year coming up for our

children and youth here at

Trinity.

Some of the older youth will help watch the children so the

parents can attend the meting. Thanks for all your support.

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A friend of mine is looking for a caregiver for Monday through

Friday, 12:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. This person would need to have CNA

certification OR work for an agency. If you are interested or know

someone who may be, please call me for more information. 522-5573.

Thanks,

Liz Seaman

Newsletter Schedule ChangeNewsletter Schedule ChangeNewsletter Schedule Change

Please note that there is a change in the scheduling of the next newsletter. The September newsletter will be printed on August 23, not August 30. We will return the normal newsletter schedule on September 27.

Looking for a CaregiverLooking for a CaregiverLooking for a Caregiver

Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

Thank you Staff Parish for the wonderful warm welcome

reception! I appreciate everyone who stopped by to introduce themselves

and look forward to getting to know you better in the coming weeks. The

food was wonderful, thank you to all those who took the time to prepare

and share with us. I am very blessed to be in ministry at Trinity.

Blessings

Rhonda

Rev. Rhonda Hobbs would like to meet with each of the small groups here at Trinity! Please contact Rhonda with a couple of your meeting dates that would be convenient for you to meet with her!

Attention Small Groups!Attention Small Groups!Attention Small Groups!

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222 10:00 am Quilters 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults

333 6:30 am Early Birds 6:30 pm Pray for Trinity 6:30 pm Handbells 7:30 pm Choir Rehearsal 8:30 pm Praise Team

444 6:30 pm Girl Scouts

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777 8:45 am Cornerstone 9:45 am Sunday School 10:00 am Youth Class 11:00 am Bridge Service 4:00 pm Witness Team Meeting

888 6:00 pm Band of Brothers 7:00 pm Cubs

999 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 6:30 pm Ruth Circle 7:00 pm Abigail Circle 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults

101010 6:30 am Early Birds 6:00 pm Youth at Mr. Gatti’s 6:30 pm Prayer for Trinity 6:30 pm Handbells 7:30 pm Choir Rehearsal 8:30 pm Praise Team

111111 9:00 am Crafters 10:00 am Esther Circle

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111 6:00 pm Band of Brothers 7:00 pm Cubs 7:30 pm Lydia Circle

222 10:00 am Quilters 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults

333 6:30 am Early Birds 6:30 pm Pray for Trinity 6:30 pm Handbells 7:30 pm Choir Rehearsal 8:30 pm Praise Team

444 6:30 pm Girl Scouts

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777 8:45 am Cornerstone 9:45 am Sunday School 10:00 am Youth Class 11:00 am Bridge Service 4:00 pm Witness Team Meeting


999 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 6:30 pm Ruth Circle 7:00 pm Abigail Circle 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults

101010 6:30 am Early Birds 6:00 pm Youth at Mr. Gatti’s 6:30 pm Prayer for Trinity 6:30 pm Handbells 7:30 pm Choir Rehearsal 8:30 pm Praise Team

111111 9:00 am Crafters 10:00 am Esther Circle

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141414 8:45 am Cornerstone 9:45 am Sunday School 10:00 am Youth Class 11:00 am Bridge Service


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9:00 am Geezers 10:00 am Quilters 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults


181818 6:00 pm Holston Homes 6:30 pm Girl Scouts

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202020 4:30 pm Emmaus

212121 8:45 am Cornerstone 9:45 am Sunday School 10:00 am Youth Class 11:00 am Bridge Service 12:00 pm Parent Meeting 4:00 pm Finance Meeting


232323

6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 6:45 pm Bells Angels 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults


252525 9:00 am Crafters 6:00 pm Chrysalis

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303030 6:00 pm Joyful Gathering 6:00 pm AA Meeting 6:45 pm Bells Angels 7:00 pm Sons of Thunder 7:00 pm Scouts 7:00 pm Young Adults


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