When I was in Boy Scouts, our troop would attend Camp Cherokee in July. It was

always hot and our troop would join a number of other troops for merit badge classes, food, and

fun. Each morning and evening we would gather by troops around the American Flag and

recite the Scout Oath and Law. It was a great time.

One of the special things about camp was a Christmas tree in the Cafeteria. On July 25th

(the time we usually went), we celebrated Christmas in July. It was fun to see the lights on the

tree, sing Christmas songs, and talk around our tables about Christmas at home.

Mary and Joseph went from Nazareth to Bethlehem during the first census taken while

Quirinius was governor of Syria. As they searched for a place to stay, there was no room for

them in the inn. The days had been completed for Mary to give birth and they found shelter in a

stable. When Jesus was born, Mary wrapped Him in cloths and laid Him in a manger. In that

same region, there were shepherds tending their flock by night when an angel of the Lord

proclaimed Jesus’ birth. The shepherds went to Bethlehem and found Jesus, Mary and Joseph

just as the angel said. They worshipped Jesus and left glorifying and praising God telling

everyone what they had seen and heard.

I reminisce about those summers spent at Camp Cherokee outside of Yanceyville, NC.

Maybe this July we can spend time in our own homes celebrating Christmas in July. This year

has been a little bit challenging with the Pandemic. As you celebrate Christmas in July don’t

buy any presents or anything, just take time to spend it with family reflecting on the birth of

Christ on that first Christmas Day. Take time to write down a memory of a Christmas or other

event from the past that you would like your children or grandchildren to know about and share

it with them. If you are away from your children or grandchildren, email them, call or ZOOM

with them.

God has blessed us with the gift of memory to recall wonderful events in our lives and

to learn from negative experiences. Writing down positive experiences can be both healing for

you and beneficial to others.

One time I overheard a person say they wish they had written down some of their

grandparents’ memories of their family from the past. Now those memories are gone. Let us

share the encouraging stories to help other generations learn from our mistakes, enjoy their

family heritage, or both.

One of my cherished memories taught me a valuable lesson. I was a child when it was

my week to dust the house. I had gotten to one of the rooms in the house and was dusting a

lamp when the glass lampshade fell and broke. I was so scared at how my parents would react.

Despite my fear, I went outside and told my mother right away. At the time, she was shucking

corn underneath a dogwood tree in the backyard. She did not get mad at me, instead she

checked to see if I was alright and then went into the room and began helping me clean up the

mess. Her reaction and help made all the difference in the world to me. It helped make it

easier to share my mistakes or mishaps later on.

If you don’t mind sharing your memories with me, please email me at

bryanhuffman@nccumc.org. I look forward to hearing/reading your stories and how it felt to

share them with your family.

Bryan Huffman

Directory Picture Update

Cancelled for Sept. 15th and 16th due to a scheduling conflict.

New dates will be announced upon confirmation.

Thank You

Trinity United Methodist Church For Giving Faithfully

100% to the Apportionment Covenant in 2019 “Generous persons will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed” Proverbs 11:25, CEB

please Remember In Prayer:

Out of Town Members: Faye Betz - The Gardens of Pamlico, 22 Magnolia Way, Grantsboro NC 28529 Jo Brown - Cypress Glen, 205 John Wesley Rd., Greenville NC 27858 Sarah Davis - Magnolia Cottage Care, 5643 Hwy. 70, Dover NC 28526 Neal & Cindy Frazier - 1500 N. Lakeline Blvd., Apt. 305, Cedar Park TX 78613 Dot Hardison - Crystal Bluff Rehab, Room 612, 4010 Bridges St.,

Morehead City NC 28557 Henrietta Proudfoot - Cypress Glen, 301 Francis Asbury Ln., Greenville NC 27858 Maxine Tyndall - Sunrise at North Hills, 615 Spring Forest Rd., #183A, Raleigh NC 27609 Bill Underseth - 113 Pelican Ln., Swansboro NC 28584

Church Family Illness/Injury: Nell Cox, Ginny Ditzel, George & Amy Dudley, Ennis Evans, Cindy & Neal Frazier, Mary Lou Guptill, Dot Hardison, Jackie Harrison, Paul & Jane Hinckley, Gina Jaklitsch, Dick Kosco, Ruth Long, John Mosley, Beryl Nulph, Travis & Tyler Oakley, Beth Pflaum, Jimmy Pope, Debbie Register, Norm Sears, Maxine Tyndall, Bill Underseth, Billy Vestal, Barbara Warren

Friends and Loved Ones Illness/Injury: Family of Margaret DeMatteo (B. Chesner), Hallie Albertson (Dennis’ Dad), Celeste Arrington, Myra Arvizu (Tomboulians), Brad Barick (B. Chesner), Sandy Barta (B. Chesner), Jon Chrisman (B. Chesner), Viola Cooper (B. Chesner’s Sister-In-Law), Ruth Cox (F. Barnes), Mary Ann Derossit (S. Egolf’s Friend), Nicole Dewar (B. Chesner), Carl Dixon (S. Jones’ Uncle), Lucille Dicktel, Mabel Doughty (K. Mattox’ Sister-In-Law), Gail Faust (T. Lafond), Vickie Fisher (N. Sears’ Daughter), James Frazier (C. Goes), Mary Gibson (D. Fredricks), Jeff Haddock (J. Cox), James Harper (J. Albertson), Sheraldine Harper (J. Albertson's Mom), Rodney & Jean Hawkins (B. Vestal), Victor Horrell (J Barrington), Irene Johnson (M. Parker’s Sister), Lois Kornegay, Kaylee Lauers (B. Chesner), Stephanie Lucas (C. Goes), Paul McDonald (Heather & Wendy’s Dad), Richard Metz, Lydia & Ron Moorse (J. Hinckley), Nikita Nash (Avis & Barry’s Granddaughter), Ruth Neary (B. Chesner), Robert Oakley, Cindy Packard, Kay Paschal, Red Riggs (Heath’s Dad), Roger & Kay Scheeler (J. Norris), Taylor Self (Wileys), Meagan Speciale (J. Wiltrout), James Walker (J. Fuller’s Brother-in-Law), Jack Waters (Bobbi’s Dad), Clint White (J. Cox’), Betty Wilson (B. Chesner), Gary Wilson (B. Chesner), Troy Woolard (Cleve’s Brother), Kim Young (J. Egolf’s Daughter), Mark Zang (TPE Librarian’s Husband)

Emotional Support: COVID-19 Victims, Natural Disaster Victims, Our Nation, The World, The Unemployed

Please let the church office know if anyone may be removed from the Prayer List.

“The American Dream” July 4, 1776 - Independence Day United We Stand, Divided We Fall

We celebrate July 4th, Our Independence Day. With picnics, parades, and parties, That’s the American way. It wouldn’t be like that, If freedom hadn’t been won. It took lots of great men planning, For that to have gotten done. Names like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin come to mind. They helped the 13 colonies unite and combine. Let’s celebrate knowing the American dream did come true, God did bless America for me and for you. Be thankful for our nation, With all its turns and twists. Most of all remember your prayers, Keep them at the top of your list. Thanks be to God. Have a happy holiday! Love,

Diane Harper Reprint

Possible Delay There may be a delay in getting your acknowledgement cards for recent memorial donations, as we are waiting for cards to be printed. We apologize and hope to get back on track very soon. Please do not hesitate to call the office should you have any questions.

Dance to End Hunger in Falhadie New Bern not-for-profit, ATEG (Arts to End Genocide) is presenting an exciting, fun, and free event. It is an opportunity to learn West African dance from Malian dance instructor Solo Souleymane. Participants are encouraged to wear African masks and/or costumes and to join in the dancing and drumming. This event was originally scheduled as a live event for October. Depending on the state of the pandemic in the Fall, we will follow the NC guidelines and decided whether it is safe to hold the live event. However, since we all need some fun right now, we have decided to hold a virtual event preview via Zoom. This will be a free event, but is limited to 100 participant screens. The Zoom event is scheduled for Monday, July 20 at 7:00 PM. Reservations will be on a first come/first served basis, so we encourage you to sign up early. Reservations open Wednesday, July 1 @ 9:00 AM. Reserve your spot by emailing your name, address, phone number, and the email address that you will be using to join the event to artstoendgenocide@gmail.com. We will send you a confirmation that you are on the guest list. You can begin planning your costumer. In mid July, we will send you the link to join the event. For questions, please call: Mitch Lewis, 252-670-1339.

Dear Friends, Thank you for the flowers, cards, thoughts, and prayers on the loss of my sister-in-law, Kay Fabrycy. In Christian love,

Marianne Parker

I would like to thank my church family for all the acts of kindness that have been shown during this trying & difficult time in our lives. The prayers, phone calls, food, visits, and the donations to the church in memory of my daughter, Teresa “Terry” Warner are greatly appreciated and will always be remembered. Love,

Bertie Joyner-Tyndall &

Tina Harlow & Family Tony Mizzell & Family Dear Trinity Family, We are thankful for all the prayers offered on our behalf and all the expressions of sympathy we have received on the death of our sister, Sara Oliver. Thank you for being the family of God for us.

Joyce Reynolds and Carol Croscutt

In Memory Of

Roy Buck

Betty Chesner (capital improvement)

Rev. Madison Hankal

Jeanette Little

Joe Hill

Fred & Kay Gay

Leroy Price

Chuck & Kristi Gilgo, Cleve Woolard

Teresa Warner (Bertie Joyner-Tyndall’s Daughter)

Dennis & Joyce Albertson, Vern & Sandra Davis (endowment fund)

Jack Wygand

Keith & Lisa Feller

Sara Oliver (Joyce Reynolds & Carol Croscutt’s Sister)

Dennis & Joyce Albertson

Cancellation Summer is beginning and this year has it’s challenges as we are getting back to church and to worship. Unfortunately, we are not planning to do Voyages this year with Camp Don Lee due to Covid 19. We will plan on visiting Voyages with Camp Don Lee again for next year. Yours in Christ,

Gene

Every Bit Helps

Thank you to everyone who has donated empty ink cartridges to the church. We receive credit with Staples Office Supply store for each one that we turn in. We then use this credit to offset the purchase of needed office supplies. Any brand of ink is acceptable and you may place them on the work room counter if the office is closed.

Summer Feeding Program June 15 - July 31st

This program is available for all children 18 years & younger.

Community Sites

New Bern 10:40 - 10:50 Twin Rivers YMCA 10:55 - 11:05 Craven Terrace 11:10 - 11:25 Abundant Life Miracle Center 11:35 - 11:50 Colony Village Apartments - 3301 Brunswick Av 12:05 - 12:20 Rollerland

12:25 - 12:40 Kensington Park Apartments 12:45 - 1:00 Colonial Mobile Home Park - Morning Star Dr.

Havelock 10:45 - 11:00 Manteo Circle - 801 Manteo Circle 11:15 - 11:30 Stonebridge Trail/Willow Run 11:45 - 12:00 Township 6 Carolina Pines Fire Department - 109 Carolina Pines Blvd. 12:20 - 12:35 Tryon Park Apartments 12:45 - 1:00 Rice Lane & McCotter Blvd. 1:15 - 1:30 Godette Headstart Center - 125 Godette School Rd.

West Craven 10:45 - 11:00 Township 9 Volunteer Fire Department - 3783 NC Hwy 55W 11:15 - 11:30 Cove City Fire Department Station 11:40 - 11:55 Dover Town Park - 300 W. Wilson St. 12:25 - 12:40 Bailey Lane Apartments - 255 Bailey Lane #1 Vanceboro 12:45 - 1:00 Oaks Apartments - 401 Buck Lane #5 Vanceboro

GRAB-N-GO SCHOOL SITES

11 AM - 1 PM AH Bangert Elementary School Brinson Memorial Elementary School JT Barber Elementary School West Craven Middle School Havelock Elementary School WJ Gurganus Elementary School

Youth Sunday School 5th - Nolan Tomboulian 12th - Pati Riggs 19th - Gene Buszka 26th - Bee Mayo

Altar Arrangements

12th - S. Egolf

19th - J. & D. Lewis

26th - J. & L. Pope

Coffee Preparation

We want to thank the Betty Shields Class

for preparing coffee in the Welcome

Center for the month of July. Coffee

should be prepared by 9:30 AM.

Nursery 5th - Lynn Gaskins

July Birthdays

1 - Kelli Bader; 2 - Jack Godwin; 8 - Beth Pflaum; 9 - Amy Melton;

11 - Joyce Albertson, Art Thinguldstad; 14 - Wendy Westover;

15 - Andreas Nasser; 17 - Gretchen Bader, Yuko Miller, Gail Seiple;

18 - Frances Barnes, Trish Thornburg; 19 - Luis Perez, Ruth Webb;

24 - Seth Fiolek, Jackie Harrison, Ronnie Mooring, Cindy Nice; 25 - Bill Sanders;

26 - Christopher McPherson; 30 - Brad McPherson; 31 - Aidan Seaman, Joyner

Seaman, Russell Seaman

8:30 8:30 Rick & Laurie Kosco

11:00 Scott & Heather Thornburg

Worship and Wonder

5th 11:00 AM Duffy Huffman/Seth Fiolek

12th 11:00 AM Pati Riggs/Jack Thornburg

19th 11:00 AM Jo Lafond/Luis Perez

26th 11:00 AM Heather Thornburg/Patrick Riggs

PRAY - That is the Way to a Better Day

What’s happening in this world is so sad, People are losing all that they had. Their lives, their homes, their loved ones and more, The corona-virus is at its core. Let’s pray and ask God to help us within, He knows what’s happening and how things have been. Only God can help us through the storms of life, He’s here with us thru good times and strife. Let’s look ahead for a better day, I don’t know what else to say. With God on our side, we will survive. He offers comfort, He is our guide. I know this is a serious poem, Be we are in sensitive times. May God watch over all of you, He loves you, and I do too. May God bless all of you!! Love, Diane Harper July 2020

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Church Office Closed

Friday, July 3rd

August Newsletter Deadline

Monday, July 20th

We have a church member who is looking to exchange a rocking/glider type chair for a straight back chair. You must be willing to bring the new chair and remove the older one. Please contact the church office if you may be able to help in this situation.

Church & Ministry Leadership At-a-Glance

Lay Leader: Heather Thornburg 259-1104 Council Chair: Norma Wygand 670-5251 Trustee Chair: Chuck Gilgo 633-1526 Pastor/Parish: Derrick Bailey 910-330-7695 Finance: Linda Griffin 633-4409 Treasurer: Sara Sanders 633-4713 Financial Secretary: Greg Parker 634-1777 Congregational Care Co-Chairs: Christy Buszka 633-6191/ Donna Wright 635-6377 Missions: Gene Buszka 633-6191 Youth Ministries: Duffy Huffman 919-920-9253 Fellowship Ministries Contact: Worship Chair: Norm Fuhr 638-1637 Ushers: Kevin Wright 635-6377/Jerry Eichman 672-0282 Acolytes: Ali Wygand 675-1757 Communion: Mary Wetherington 637-5598 Multi-Media Ministry: Recording: Byron Creech 638-6069 Sound System: Johnny Mattox 637-5973 Children’s Worship: Worship & Wonder: Jo Lafond 636-5157 Toddler/Nursery: Marianne Parker 671-6604 Choir: Sanctuary: Kathy Mattox 637-5973 Handbells: Kathy Mattox 637-5973

Evangelism / Outreach Communications: Valerie Nasser 638-9506 Bulletin Board: Carolyn Sutton 637-3963 Member Care: Home Communion: Joyce Reynolds 571-5781 Bereavement Team: Gina Jaklitsch 919-455-4158 UMMen: Rick Kosco 637-1833 Administration Assistance: Adm. Assistant: Michelle Freeman 626-8357 Membership Records: Avis Nash 514-0676 Church History/Archives: Dianne Lewis 637-2268

Regular Sunday Schedule: 8:30 & 11:00 AM Worship 9:45 AM Adult Assembly 10:00 AM Sunday School

Church Office Hours:

Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Contact Information:

Church Office: 252-637-2660 E-mail: tumc09@gmail.com

Physical Address: 2311 Elizabeth Av., New Bern NC 28562 Mailing Address: PO Box 12867, New Bern NC 28561-2867

Free Income Tax Preparation New Bern VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) reopened its free tax return preparation service on June 1. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday through July 7. The location is Christ Church Harrison Center, 311 Middle St. in New Bern. The Pamlico Senior Center, 800 Main Street, Alliance, in Pamlico County will be open each Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Due to COVID-19, the revised procedure is now a 100% drop off only process (No Waiting). All tax return preparation and quality review will be accomplished off site. Telephone calls will be made to taxpayers by the preparers, as required for clarification. Review of the tax return and securing authorization to e-file will be handled over the phone by the Quality Review person. Your return will be e-filed as soon as you provide authorization. The taxpayer will be notified when to return to the Harrison Center to pick up their return and paperwork. If you owe any money or want to pay estimated taxes for 2020, payment vouchers will be provided when you pick up your returns. A picture ID is required. Bring a copy of your Social Security cards for each taxpayer and dependent (if applicable) who will be listed on the tax return. If taxpayers have a SSA-1099 Social Security Benefit Statement, it can be used in lieu of a Social Security card. An Interview/Intake form and a “Virtual Taxpayer Drop off Consent Form” will also be required. Both of these forms can be downloaded as fillable pdf forms at newbernvita.com. If you need assistance or more information, please call our phone at 252-772-5245.