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<![CDATA[Trinity Episcopal Church - Weekly E-News]]>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:06:34 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[July 29th, 2021]]>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:38:50 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/august-1st-2021

A Prayer for the Beginning of New Ministry
God of Love,
You are with us in every transition and change.
As we enter into this new era with hope and trust in your Spirit
we recall your deep compassion, presence, and abounding love.
We thank you for the gifts, talents and skills with which you have blessed us.
We thank you for the experiences that have brought us to this moment.
We thank you for the work of others that gives breadth and depth to our own work.
Be with us as we move forward, rejoicing with you and supporting one another.
We ask this in your Holy Name. Amen.

The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Morning Prayer
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Coffee Hour following the service

Following CDC guidelines we encourage everyone to wear a mask.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

- Proverbs 3:5-6

The Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for
the birth of Owen Lawrence Poch, grandson of Cathy and Larry Poch
and son of Gregory and Michelle Poch.

Ministers of the Liturgy
Worship Leader: Peach Warren
Lectors: Mary Frances Best, Ginny Starkis
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski & Ginny Starkis
Altar Guild: Sheri Keeler-Philips
Technology Team: Ann Marie Lockwood & Katherine Côté

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 am    Morning Prayer; zoom link will be sent on Saturday evening.
This Week at Trinity:
Magee will be on vacation Tuesday August 3rd through Monday August 9th.
Fr. John's office hours will be Wednesday & Thursday, 10am - 2 pm.
Monday 10 am Memorial Service for Diane E. (Morey) Johnson at the
Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home.
Vacation Bible Camp has been cancelled due to low enrollment.
Wednesday Morning Prayer is suspended for the month of August.
Thursday 4 pm   Grab ‘n Go meals at Trinity
Friday 10 am   Painting Class in Murray Hall

Fr. John Elliott Lein begins Ministry this week.
We welcome him and his family
next Sunday: August 8th

Sunday School Summer Prayer Calendar
We have a calendar with a prayer topic for each day. We are able to join together in prayer each day--whether we are alone, with our family, or with friends. To receive weekly family faith activities contact Rachel Carpenter at sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org.
August Prayer Calendar

Thank you from Mother Judith
How wonderful it was to celebrate our ministry together by sharing what we have missed most during the past 16 months – singing hymns and listening to music from different traditions performed beautifully, sharing Holy Communion, and enjoying a grand coffee hour in Murray Hall. I think all of us felt “Trinity is back!” even while we knew how much this year has changed us.

It truly has been a blessing to share this year with you, and I have only two regrets: That I did not say “thank you” often enough and that I did not get to know more of you. But I also know that the bonds we formed during this year, closely or at a distance, will continue to shape each of us.

Thank you for the generous gifts that you presented to me. I was truly surprised! Beyond the surprise, it meant so much to me that you took such care in choosing these particular “adventures”: How could you know that I support UNICEF as often as I can? How could you know that the Worcester Ecotarium and Southwick Zoo are two of my grandchildren’s favorite places, or that we have talked about visiting the Dr. Seuss Museum? How could you know that I have been meaning to visit the Worcester Art Museum and the Tower Hill Botanical Gardens now that my schedule will be more flexible? I had no idea that your leaders knew me so well. I shall enjoy these adventures, made all the more meaningful by knowing that you will be my companions in Spirit.

Altar Flowers: Summer
Now that we are gathering for Holy Eucharist every Sunday, we would like to have fresh flowers at the altar every week. However, our florist reports that prices have increased significantly during the pandemic. We invite donations from your gardens. Please contact Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski if you wish to contribute. This may be an opportunity for thanksgiving or memorials.

Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity
Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday / month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information.

Food Pantry Donations -
There is now a bin in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:

Parish Members & Friends: the Morey, Johnson & Smith Families; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; Ani Sharoogian; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.
Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.
The Deceased: Diane Johnson and Katie Smith
Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana
Those celebrating birthdays this week: Anne Smith; Sal Morese, Jr.; Ava Cortese; Alex Papasodero; Cathy Harrison; Betsey Scrimgeour; Travis Montag; Mary Ann Stand; Rene Phaneuf; Vandel Forgone; Anna Prevelige; Nia Welter; Elsa Williams; Rebeca Leverock, Allen Tattrie; Mary Webber, Ronald Kuligowski; Dorothy Butler; Eric Lyon; Arianna Morese; Lindsay Sweet; and Molly Steen.

The Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for the birth of Owen Lawrence Poch, grandson of Cathy and Larry Poch and son of Gregory and Michelle Poch.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[July 22nd, 2021]]>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 15:50:00 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/july-22nd-2021

A Prayer for the Journey
by Becca Stevens
God, set me on the path again.
Turn me to the rising sun when I need to be inspired.
Turn me to wilderness when I need to be lost.
Turn me toward the business of the world when I need to work.
Turn me toward the mountain when I need to be refreshed.
Then turn me toward the sunset when I need rest. Amen

The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

We say farewell to Mother Judith

Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m.
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Coffee Hour following the service
Masks are recommended but not required

I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, God may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through his Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.

[Ephesians 3:16-17]

Ministers of the Liturgy
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Lisa Ruggiero
Lector: Camille Williams
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Beth Stochaj, Dave Clinkman, Mary Johnson
Ushers: Elizabeth and Steve Klisiewicz
Altar Guild: Ruth Warner
Digital Ministers: Cindi Scrimgeour & Katherine Côté

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 a.m. Holy Eucharist with farewell to Mother Judith in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on Saturday evening.
This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning.
Thursday: 4 p.m. Grab n Go meals at Trinity

Fr. John Elliott Lein begins Ministry on August 1st. He and his family join us for the first time on August 8th.

Thank you to our July 17th Cleaning Party
A group of Trinity friends chatted and laughed together as they polished brass and dusted the sanctuary, cleaned windows and reorganized the Murray Hall pantry and the Mary Moore Room, and did weeding and planting outside. It was a wonderful morning-- thanks to everyone for their time and heartfelt friendship.

Vestry Highlights: July 19, 2021
Resolved

To give Rachel Carpenter one month’s compensation for her work on the Vacation Bible Camp
To fund renovations at the rectory from our Capital Reserve Fund
To fund removal of vermiculite and installation of new insulation from the rectory by a loan from our investment accounts
Confirmed email approval of Mother Judith’s contract through July 30 2021.

Discussion
What have we done well?

The careful diligence of Dwight Kee, Cheryl Eidinger-Taylor, and the Finance Committee to prepare funding proposals
Cleaning the church
The baptism liturgy on July 19th

What could we have done better? Managing sound quality during the Sunday service

Farewell to Karen Carig-O’Neill
Karen has served as our Assistant Treasurer for many years, doing the invisible work of maintaining our accounts and supporting the work of our Treasurer. Karen and her family have brought much joy to Trinity. They are now relocating to North Carolina. We wish them godspeed on their new adventure.

Your Wardens and Vestry have called
The Rev. John Elliott Lein to be our next Rector

Father John most recently served as Priest in Charge at St. Thomas a Becket Episcopal Church in the Diocese of West Virginia. He comes to the priesthood after a career in media/design. He was ordained priest in February 2020 after completing his Master of Divinity degree at Virginia Theological Seminary, with an emphasis on Spirituality.

Fr. John will begin ministry with us on August 1st.
We welcome Fr. John, his wife Miriam, and his four children with great joy, hope and gratitude.
For the diocesan announcement click here.

Altar Flowers: Summer
Now that we are gathering for Holy Eucharist every Sunday, we would like to have fresh flowers at the altar every week. However, our florist reports that prices have increased significantly during the pandemic. We invite donations from your gardens. Please contact Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski if you wish to contribute. This may be an opportunity for thanksgiving or memorials.

Food Pantry Donations -
There is now a bin in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: the Johnson & Smith Families; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; Ani Sharoogian; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.
Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.
The Deceased: Diane Johnson and Katie Smith
Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana
Those celebrating birthdays this week: Kali Vickery; Cathy Poch; Jessica Peguero; Katie Gallerane; Derek Gatchell; Evan McCall; Sejal Abraham; Jennifer Kane; Angus Scrimgeour; Riley Person; Michael Ibrahim, Jr.; Cindi Scrimgeour; Len Baird; Robert Kleinfield; Sharon Manoogian; Timothy Murray; Barb Dutko; Andy Spencer; Anne Smith; and Sal Morese, Jr.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[July 15th, 2021]]>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:10:48 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/july-15th-2021

Make us glad, we pray you, gentle God,
to give each other your loving care;
make us happy to receive it.
May there daily grow within us a generous, trusting spirit.

-from A New Zealand Prayer Book

The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

We welcome in Holy Baptism Madison Claire Jones

Holy Eucharist with Baptism at 9 a.m.
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Coffee Hour outdoors following the service
Masks are optional: Recommended but not required

‘Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God
as a little child will never enter it.’

[Mark: 10:15]

Ministers of the Liturgy

Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Assisting Priest: The Rev. William MacDonald Murray
Deacon: The Rev. Deacon Beth Washburn
Eucharistic Minister: James Jones
Lector: Touie Jackson
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch, Mary Johnson
Ushers: Charlie Johnson and Touie Jackson
Altar Guild: Sheri Keller-Phillips
Digital Ministers: Wayne Stochaj and Kevin Keppler
Vestry Liaison: Lisa Ruggiero

A Copy of the Leaflet
The Weekly Announcements

This Weekend at Trinity:

Saturday:
8am-11am Cleaning Day at the Church: preparing the sanctuary and storage spaces for new ministry
Sunday:
9 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Baptism in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on Saturday evening.

This Week at Trinity:

The Parish Office will be open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Monday: 7 p.m. Vestry Meeting on Zoom
Wednesday: 10 a.m. Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning.
Thursday: 4 p.m. Grab n Go meals at Trinity
Friday: 10 a.m. Painting Class in Murray Hall

Next Sunday July 25th is Mother Judith’s
Last Sunday:

During the service and at a festive coffee hour we will bid farewell to Mother Judith in thanksgiving for our ministry together. If you would like to contribute to our celebration please contact Beth Moeller or Lisa Ruggiero.

Sunday School Summer Prayer Calendar

We have a calendar with a prayer topic for each day. We are able to join together in prayer each day--whether we are alone, with our family, or with friends. To receive weekly family faith activities contact Rachel Carpenter at sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org.
July Prayer Calendar

Vacation Bible Camp: Dining in the Kingdom of God
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31

When: August 2-5 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for campers. From 2-5:30 p.m. for helpers and leaders
Where: United Parish in Upton or ONLINE in your own kitchen.
Who: Trinity, United Parish of Upton, and St. Matthew’s Episcopal in Worcester want to gather ‘round the table with YOU—campers (grades K-6), helpers (grades 6-8), and leaders (adults of all ages!).
What: We’re going to have fun and learn about God through sharing food and embracing the gift of hospitality by learning cooking skills! Each day will end with a blessing from one of our pastors for the meal we’ll share with those at home.
Why: Sharing food never comes with the question, “Why?” We know that our faith in God and our neighbor love increases when we share food, and all ages can learn how to give and receive hospitality. This program is also designed to help us process some of the things we’ve been through in 2020 and 2021, with hope that comes from God-stories. This time has really taught us how to be geographically unbound, and we’ve become friends and partners in ministry with these other congregations. We’re glad to be making new friends!
How:  Campers, helpers, and leaders use the same registration form. If you (adult 18+) don‘t have a background check or CORI on file and want to lead at camp, please reach out to unitedparishoffice@yahoo.com and request one. We’d love to see you!
To Register: Go to our website: www.trinitychurchmilford.org or click here.
For more information contact Rachel Carpenter at:
sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org

Cleaning Day at the Church
Saturday July 17th 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
We missed our opportunity to prepare the sanctuary for Easter this year, and part of our preparation for new ministry is to clear out and re-organize our storage areas. So we are asking everyone to participate for the morning or for an hour to prepare our sanctuary for the Sacrament of Holy Baptism on Sunday or to work in the parish building organizing and sorting our storage rooms. Together we will dust, polish, shine, and organize. Please contact Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski or Beth Moeller to learn how you can help.

Upcoming Events

July 18th: We welcome Madison Claire Jones in Holy Baptism
July 25th: Mother Judith's Last Sunday
August 8th: Fr. John Lein's First Sunday at Trinity

Farewell to Karen Carig-O’Neill

Karen has served as our Assistant Treasurer for many years, doing the invisible work of maintaining our accounts and supporting the work of our Treasurer. Karen and her family have brought much joy to Trinity. They are now relocating to North Carolina. We wish them godspeed on their new adventure.

Your Wardens and Vestry have called The Rev. John Elliott Lein to be our next Rector
Father John most recently served as Priest in Charge at St. Thomas a Becket Episcopal Church in the Diocese of West Virginia. He comes to the priesthood after a career in media/design. He was ordained priest in February 2020 after completing his Master of Divinity degree at Virginia Theological Seminary, with an emphasis on Spirituality.
Fr. John will begin ministry with us on August 1st.
We welcome Fr. John, his wife Miriam, and his four children with great joy, hope and gratitude.
For the diocesan announcement click here.

Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity
Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday / month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information.

Food Pantry Donations -
There is now a bin in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:

Parish Members & Friends: the Jennings & Pekkala Families; Ani Sharoogian; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.

The Deceased: Richard Jennings, MD

Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana

Those celebrating birthdays this week: Sebastian Carpenter; Julian Piacente-Perez; Viviana Elliot; James Jones; Leah Prevelige; Erin McCarthy; Chip O’Connell, III; C. K. Hagedorn, II; Andrea DellaCroce; Sydney Redden; Joyce Nogler; Dante Leone; Jason Adams; Lyall Chambers; Matthew Negrotti; Kali Vickery; and Cathy Poch.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[July 8th, 2021]]>Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:47:27 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/july-08th-2021

Praise to you, God, for all your work among us.
Yours is the vigor in creation,
yours is the impulse in our new discoveries.
Make us adventurous, yet reverent and hopeful in all we do.

-from A New Zealand Prayer Book

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m.
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Coffee Hour outdoors following the service
Masks are optional: Recommended but not required

"I am no prophet, nor a prophet’s son; but I am a herdsman, and a dresser of sycamore trees, and the Lord took me from following the flock, and the Lord said to me, 'Go, prophesy to my people Israel.'”

[Amos 7:15]

Ministers of the Liturgy
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Steve Ketcham
Lector: Brandon Kee
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski and Ginny Starkis
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski and Allison Kee
Digital Ministers: Wayne Stochaj and Justin Richards

A Copy of the Leaflet

The Weekly Announcements

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 a.m.   Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on
Saturday evening.
This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Monday:
7 p.m. Finance Committee on Zoom
Wednesday:
10 a.m. Memorial service for Joseph Frank Correia. There will be no
   Morning Prayer this morning.
12:30 p.m. JULIETs luncheon at Chateau Restaurant, 44 King Street in
   Franklin
Thursday:
4 p.m. Grab n Go meals at Trinity
Friday:
10 a.m. Painting Class in Murray Hall
Saturday:
8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cleaning Day at the Church
7 p.m. - Young Adult Evening Prayer on Zoom (sponsored by the Diocesan
Young Adult Ministry Network)

Vacation Bible Camp: Dining in the Kingdom of God
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”  1 Corinthians 10:31

When: August 2-5 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for campers. From 2-5:30 p.m. for helpers and leaders
Where: United Parish in Upton or ONLINE in your own kitchen.
Who: Trinity, United Parish of Upton, and St. Matthew’s Episcopal in Worcester want to gather ‘round the table with YOU—campers (grades K-6), helpers (grades 6-8), and leaders (adults of all ages!).

What: We’re going to have fun and learn about God through sharing food and embracing the gift of hospitality by learning cooking skills! Each day will end with a blessing from one of our pastors for the meal we’ll share with those at home.

Why: Sharing food never comes with the question, “Why?” We know that our faith in God and our neighbor love increases when we share food, and all ages can learn how to give and receive hospitality. This program is also designed to help us process some of the things we’ve been through in 2020 and 2021, with hope that comes from God-stories. This time has really taught us how to be geographically unbound, and we’ve become friends and partners in ministry with these other congregations. We’re glad to be making new friends!

How:  Campers, helpers, and leaders use the same registration form. If you (adult 18+) don‘t have a background check or CORI on file and want to lead at camp, please reach out to unitedparishoffice@yahoo.com and request one. We’d love to see you!

To Register: Go to: www.trinitychurchmilford.org or click here.
For more information contact Rachel Carpenter at: sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org

JULIETs Luncheon
The next JULIETS luncheon is on Wednesday, July 14 (Happy Bastille Day!) at the Chateau Restaurant in Franklin. at 12:30pm. All women from the parish are welcome to join the fun. Please let Pat Keppler know by July 12 if you plan to attend or if you would like to be added to the contact list: 508 966-0003 (landline) or 508 246-9703 (text) or pat_keppler@yahoo.com. Hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events
July 18th: We welcome Madison Claire Jones in Holy Baptism
July 25th: Mother Judith's Last Sunday
August 8th: Fr. John Lein's First Sunday at Trinity

Your Wardens and Vestry have called The Rev. John Elliott Lein to be our next Rector

Father John most recently served as Priest in Charge at St. Thomas a Becket Episcopal Church in the Diocese of West Virginia. He comes to the priesthood after a career in media/design. He was ordained priest in February 2020 after completing his Master of Divinity degree at Virginia Theological Seminary, with an emphasis on Spirituality.

Fr. John will begin ministry with us on August 1st.
We welcome Fr. John, his wife Miriam, and his four children with great joy, hope and gratitude.
For the diocesan announcement click here.

Food Pantry Donations -
There is now a bin in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:

Parish Members & Friends: the Correia, Pierce, & Risser Families; Ani Sharoogian; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; Darlene Young; Karin Tourtellotte; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.

The Deceased: Joseph Correia and Judith Risser

Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana

Those celebrating birthdays this week: Emma Crisfield; Dave Carr, Jr.; Whitney Morse; Braden Kane; Joseph Kane; Justin Spencer; Justin Varteresian; Mason Uthoff; Cady Lyon; Jackson Lynch; Heather Long; Jessica Stand; Kevin Frycki; Paul Sweet, Jr.; Ronald Taylor; Abaigeal O’Neill; Ashley Grover; Maureen Beech; Leah Neves; Aneyssa Desinor; Nappy Marino; and Sebastian Carpenter.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[July 1st, 2021]]>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:02:28 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/july-1st-2021

God, source of all freedom, this day is bright with the memory of those who declared that life and liberty are your gift to every human being. Help us to continue a good work begun long ago. Make our vision clear and our will strong: that only in human solidarity will we find liberty, and justice only in the honor that belongs to every life on earth. Turn our hearts toward the family of nations: to understand the ways of others, to offer friendship, and to find safety only in the common good of all. We ask this through Christ our Savior. Amen.

The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Independence Day
Holy Eucharist @ 9am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Coffee Hour outdoors following the service
Masks are optional: Recommended but not required

Ministers of the Liturgy
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Peach Warren
Lector: Kevin Keppler
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Cathy Poch
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski & Justin Varteresian
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Digital Ministers: Ann Marie Lockwood & Cindi Scrimgeour

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 am    Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on
   Saturday evening.

This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Wednesday:
10 am   Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on
Wednesday morning
7:30 pm Meditation and Movement led by Cindi Scrimgeour and Michelle
Madden on Zoom: The link will be sent on Tuesday evening.
Thursday:
4 pm Grab n Go meals at Trinity
Friday:
10 am Painting Class in Murray Hall
Noon ROMEOs luncheon at the home of Kevin Keppler. Call Dave
Clinkman for details.

Your Wardens and Vestry have called The Rev. John Elliott Lein to be the next Rector of Trinity Church.

Father John most recently served as Priest in Charge at St. Thomas a Becket Episcopal Church in the Diocese of West Virginia. He comes to the priesthood after a career in media/design. He was ordained priest in February 2020 after completing his Master of Divinity degree at Virginia Theological Seminary, with an emphasis on Spirituality.

Fr. John will begin ministry with us on August 1st, and his first Sunday will be August 8th.
We welcome Fr. John, his wife Miriam, and his four children with great joy, hope and gratitude.
For the diocesan announcement click here.

Congratulations to Kim Stochaj who has been awarded a Bement/Waterfield Scholarship by the Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts.

Vacation Bible Camp:
Dining in the Kingdom of God
August 2nd - 5th, 3-5:30 pm

Ages: K through Grade 6
Fee:$10/family

on Zoom or at United Parish of Upton:
Each day: practice a cooking skill, prepare a meal,
learn a Bible story and a song.
We need older youth and adults to assist - in person or remotely.
For a schedule of the week's activities click here
To Register: Go to our website: www.trinitychurchmilford.org
or click here.
For more information contact Rachel Carpenter at:
sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org

ROMEOs and JULIETs LUNCHEONS
The Romeos will meet for lunch on Friday, July 9, at the home of Kevin Keppler. We will be ordering take-out food from Outback Steakhouse in Bellingham. To have enough time to order and pick up the food, we will meet at 12:00 noon. Further information and directions to Kevin’s house will be included in an email about a week before the event. If you would like to attend, please contact Dave Clinkman at clinkman@comcast.net or 508-634-8996. Please be vaccinated against Covid and follow any current protocols. ROMEOs is a social group for retired men and other men who wish to join us during their lunch hour.

JULIETs
The next JULIETS luncheon is on Wednesday, July 14, (Happy Bastille Day!) at the Chateau Restaurant in Franklin at 12:30pm. All women from the parish are welcome to join the fun. Please let Pat Keppler know by July 12 if you plan to attend or if you would like to be added to the contact list: 508 966-0003 (landline) or 508 246-9703 (text) or pat_keppler@yahoo.com. Hope to see you there!

Urgent!
Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity

Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday / month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information.

Food Pantry Donations -
There is now a basket in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: the Correia & Pierce Families; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; Darlene Young; Karin Tourtellotte; Ani Sharoogian; Shae Frizzell; Bernie O’Connor; Manohar Pathikani & Family; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.
Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.
The Deceased: Joseph Correia
Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana
Those celebrating birthdays this week: Matthew Ward; Brenda Matondi; Tom D’Urso; Linda Tracy; Maxwell Wing; Jon Ruscitti; AJ Cook; Sean Prevelige; Alex Côté: John Cook; Alexander Fumia; Laura Brandt; Drew Cahill; Melissa Greene; Shannon Palinkas; Emma Crisfield; and Dave Carr, Jr.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[June 24th, 2021]]>Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:20:02 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/june-24th-2021

“Do not fear, only believe.” [Mark 5:36]

The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Eucharist @ 9 am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom
Masks are optional: Recommended but not required

Ministers of the Liturgy
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Justin Varteresian
Lector: Elizabeth Klisiewicz
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Mary Johnson
Ushers: Elizabeth and Steve Klisiewicz
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Digital Ministers: Wayne Stochaj & Steve Ketcham

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 am Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on
Saturday evening.
2-4 pm Crown Hill (Worcester) Gardens tours

This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 am until 2 pm.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Wednesday 10 am Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning
Thursday 4 pm Grab n Go meals at Trinity

Vacation Bible Camp:
Dining in the Kingdom of God
August 2nd - 5th, 3-5:30pm
Ages: K through Grade 6
Fee:$10/family

on Zoom or at United Parish of Upton:
Each day: practice a cooking skill, prepare a meal, learn a Bible story and a song
We need older youth and adults to assist - in person or remotely.
To Register: go to our website: www.trinitychurchmilford.org or click here.
For more information contact Rachel Carpenter at:
sunday.school@trinitychurchmilford.org

Mission Committee - Heifer Project
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Lenten collection for Heifer! If you still have your mite box at home, you may send in your offering! Please open up your box, count up your coins and then send a check for the amount, made payable to Trinity Church, and mail it to the church. Please remember to write 'Heifer Lenten Project' in the memo section. If you are not able to send a check, you may drop your box off in the collection plate during one of the in-person Sunday services this month.
Thank you! Trinity Mission Committee

Crown Hill, Worcester, Garden Tours
Sunday, June 27 from 2-4 PM. Private gardens open to the public (free). Pleasant, Oxford, Crown, and Congress streets. Park where ever available.

Altar Flowers: Summer
Now that we will be gathering for Holy Eucharist every Sunday, we would like to have fresh flowers at the altar every week. However, our florist reports that prices have increased significantly during the pandemic. We invite donations from your gardens. Please contact Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski if you wish to contribute. This may be an opportunity for thanksgiving or memorials.

Urgent!
Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity

Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday/ month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information.

Food Pantry Donations - There is now a basket in the narthex at the side entrance to the church for donations of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry.

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: Bishop Doug Fisher & Family; Tony & Sarah Zozzaro; Lee Kalns; Darlene Young; Karin Tourtellotte; Ani Sharoogian; Shae Frizzell; Bernie O’Connor; Manohar Pathikani & Family; the McDonnell Family; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.
The Deceased: Thomas Fisher
Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana
Those celebrating birthdays this week: Thomas Grover; Eric Ford; Kirsten Flavin; Norman Benard; Ann Murphy; Chloe Burke; Linda Allen; Deborah Shields; Lydia Olson; Sophie Scrimgeour; Karen Varteresian; Cheryl Eidinger-Taylor; Lisa DeBruyn; Todd Thompson; Josslyn Cameron; Anthony Matondi; Chris Alley; Mary Johnson; Alexis LaFlamme; Kimberly King; Sami Lutfy; Rachel Carpenter; David Black; Matthew Ward; Brenda Matondi; and Tom D’Urso.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[June 17th, 2021]]>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 16:53:48 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/june-17th-2021

Heavenly Father, you entrusted your Son Jesus, the child of Mary,
to the care of Joseph, an earthly father.
Bless all fathers as they care for their families.
Give them strength and wisdom, tenderness and patience;
Guide us in supporting them in the work they have to do, as we look to you for love and salvation, through Jesus Christ our rock and defender. Amen.

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Fathers Day
World Refugee Day
Holy Eucharist @ 9am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom

Masks are optional: Recommended but not required
The Liturgical Ministers will wear masks throughout the service unless they are speaking or singing

Ministers of the Liturgy
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Stephen Howe
Lector: Dave Clinkman
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski and Touie Jackson
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Digital Ministers: Ann Marie Lockwood, Mary Johnson, & Katherine Côté

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Saturday:
10 am Diocesan Observance of Juneteenth: Morning Prayer on the
Diocesan YouTube Channel.
7 pm  Young Adult Evening Prayer (sponsored by Young Adult Ministry
Network)  Email william.harron@gmail.com in advance for the link.
Sunday:
9 am Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom. The link will be sent on
Saturday evening.
7 pm   Prayer Vigil to honor refugees broadcast on Episcopal Migration
   Ministries' Facebook page.

This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be closed on Wednesday & Thursday because Magee will be on vacation.
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Wednesday 10 am Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email
   on Wednesday morning
Thursday 4 pm Grab n Go meals at Trinity with Youth Group donations of
  flip-flops, sunscreen, and bug spray.

Deadline this Sunday: Donations for the Youth Group Mission Project:
flip flops, sunscreen, bug spray
There is a bin at the side entry of the church

Urgent!
Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity

Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday/ month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information

Good News Gardens has had a little bit of bad news and lots of good news. The bad news is that in an effort to give away plants on Earth Day, many little plants were shocked by the frigid weather that we had on Earth Day. Some never did recover. We lost several of our little friends. I am wondering how many of the plants people took home on Earth Day were also affected? If your little plants did not survive, we have more to give away.
Now, for the good news, Dave and Lucille Clinkman shared a photo of one of their newly adopted tomato plants. One is on their deck and the other has been planted in a raised garden; both seem to be thriving! Cathy Poch. reports that her dwarf sunflowers have buds on them and one of the men who comes to the community dinners invited Charlie over to his garden at the home across the street from the church so he could show how his container garden is thriving. Many of the residents at that house combined their plants to make a small garden. The Good News Gardens have spread as far North as Danvers. A friend of mine from work asked to be part of our garden. And as far west as Charlton as Mother Judith brought Peggy Berube a pot of marigolds and dwarf sunflowers. The flowers were also shocked by the cold on Earth day. However, Peggy told me she has accepted the challenge to nurse them back to health.
I volunteered at the Garden of Hope off of the bike trail in Milford on June 5th. We planted a 20 foot by 20 foot garden all with donated plants from several area businesses. This is a communal garden and all are invited to weed and water as well as to share in the harvest. Most of the produce will go to the community food bank. There were so many plants that the folks ar Garden of Hope donated some of them for us to use in our Good News Gardens. We are all growing together.

We will give away more plants on Sunday, June 13th and on Thursday, June 17th. All of the plants are safe to stay outside 24/7 now. Remember, on hot days they are really thirsty, please give them water often. I look forward to sharing our harvest with friends, family and neighbors. And I would enjoy news about how your plants are doing, successes and struggles.
Respectfully,
Mary Johnson

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: Bishop Doug Fisher & Family; the Zimmerman Family; Darlene Young; Karin Tourtellotte; Ani Sharoogian; Shae Frizzell; Bernie O’Connor; Manohar Pathikani & Family; Bitsy; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.
The Deceased: Thomas Fisher and Eevi Zimmerman
Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana
Those celebrating birthdays this week: Tess Cuddy; Shane Moeller; Matthew Carey; Penelope Anderson; Mike Gallerane; Kristin Nogler; John Gagnon; Barbara Kalunian; Carol Cormier; Tyler Anderson; Lauren Tredeau; Peach Warren; Judah Garay; Emily Kirby; Gilbert Leonard, III; Eleanor Drummond; Jason Darling; Michael Shawlis; Erin Trites; Julie Uthoff; Pat Ward; Judith Leonard; Alan Atherton; John Palumbo; Michelle Gatchell; Thomas Grover; and Eric Ford.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[June 10th, 2021]]>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:00:07 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/june-10th-2021

An Irish Prayer for our Graduates
May God give you . . .
For every storm, a rainbow, for every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise, and a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends, a faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song, and an answer for each prayer.

The Third Sunday after Pentecost
Honoring our Graduates
Holy Eucharist @ 9am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom

Ministers of the Liturgy:
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Lisa Ruggiero
Lectors: Nathan Pirelli, Sean Prevelige, Lauren Ruggiero, Sophie Scrimgeour, Landon Sweet,
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Nicolas Figueroa, Kim Stochaj, Beth Stochaj, Cathy Poch
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski and Ginny Starkis
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Digital Ministers: Ann Marie Lockwood & Wayne Stochaj
Vestry Liaison: Lucille Clinkman

With what can we compare the kingdom of God? What image can we use? It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the largest of all shrubs, and with branches large enough that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.” [Mark 4:30-32]

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 am – Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom Link will be sent on Saturday evening
10 am – Good News Gardens Plant giveaway
12:30 pm – Celebration Parade for our Graduates
This Week at Trinity
The Parish Office will be open Monday through Thursday, 10am-2pm
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Community Groups will resume meeting at Trinity this week
Monday 7 pm – Vestry meeting on Zoom
Tuesday 7 pm – Finance Committee on Zoom
Wednesday 10 am – Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning
Thursday 4 pm – Grab n Go meals at Trinity with the Good News Garden plants giveaway
Saturday 10 am – Diocesan Observance of Juneteenth: Morning Prayer on the Diocesan YouTube channel

Join the Celebration Parade for our Graduates
Beginning at 4 Congress Terrace @12:30 pm
Honoring our Graduates

Middle School Graduates:
Liam Shields, Sean Prevelige, Lauren Ruggiero, Nathan Pirelli, Landon Sweet
High School Graduates:
Amanda Ellis, Kim Stochaj, Nicolas Figueroa, Kasie Najarian, Megan Najarian, Isabella Matondi, Emelia Matondi
College Graduates: Sophie Scrimgeour, Leah Sweet

Youth Group Mission Project:
June 24th : Summer outdoors
flip flops (all sizes for children and adults), sunscreen, and bug spray.
There is a bin in the side entrance to the church for collecting donations. If you prefer to make a financial contribution, please write your check payable to Trinity Church with "youth group mission" on the memo line. Please contact Dr. Sarah Prevelige to learn more about how you can help. drprevelege@gmail.com. We thank our young people for their leadership, vision, and compassion.

Urgent!
Volunteers needed: Community Meals
Community Service Opportunity

Summer Thursdays: 3-6 pm (We usually finish soon after 5 pm). Two volunteers to tend the “Meal in a Bag” table, where our guests choose food to prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Volunteers will set up the table, help individuals choose items, and end by storing the food and tables in the back of the church.

Monthly Dinners beginning in September: 1 Wednesday or Thursday/ month, 3-6 pm Volunteers will serve guests in Murray Hall and takeout dinners at the entrance to the church. Tasks include setting tables, clearing tables, and helping with cleanup. Please contact the Parish Office, Alice Jacobson or Glen Peterson for more information.

The Good News Gardens
Good News Gardens has had a little bit of bad news and lots of good news. The bad news is that in an effort to give away plants on Earth Day, many little plants were shocked by the frigid weather that we had on Earth Day. Some never did recover. We lost several of our little friends. I am wondering how many of the plants people took home on Earth Day were also affected? If your little plants did not survive, we have more to give away.
Now, for the good news, Dave and Lucille Clinkman shared a photo of one of their newly adopted tomato plants. One is on their deck and the other has been planted in a raised garden; both seem to be thriving! Cathy Poch. reports that her dwarf sunflowers have buds on them and one of the men who comes to the community dinners invited Charlie over to his garden at the home across the street from the church so he could show how his container garden is thriving. Many of the residents at that house combined their plants to make a small garden. The Good News Gardens have spread as far North as Danvers. A friend of mine from work asked to be part of our garden. And as far west as Charlton as Mother Judith brought Peggy Berube a pot of marigolds and dwarf sunflowers. The flowers were also shocked by the cold on Earth day. However, Peggy told me she has accepted the challenge to nurse them back to health.
I volunteered at the Garden of Hope off of the bike trail in Milford on June 5th. We planted a 20 foot by 20 foot garden all with donated plants from several area businesses. This is a communal garden and all are invited to weed and water as well as to share in the harvest. Most of the produce will go to the community food bank. There were so many plants that the folks ar Garden of Hope donated some of them for us to use in our Good News Gardens. We are all growing together.

We will give away more plants on Sunday, June 13th and on Thursday, June 17th. All of the plants are safe to stay outside 24/7 now. Remember, on hot days they are really thirsty, please give them water often. I look forward to sharing our harvest with friends, family and neighbors. And I would enjoy news about how your plants are doing, successes and struggles.
Respectfully, Mary Johnson

July/August Newsletter Deadline: Saturday June 15, 2021 news@trinitychurchmilford.org

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: Ani Sharoogian, Shae Frizzell; Bernie O’Connor; Manohar Pathikani & Family; Bitsy; Darlene Young; Marian Smatt; Darius; Karin Tourtellotte; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.

Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana

Those celebrating birthdays this week: Leah Sweet; Jaime Carleton; Elira Washburn; Verna Parente; Thayne Cameron; Lina Hutto; Eloise Murphy; Madelyn Gaffin; Anthony LaPierre; Adam Eastwood; Mary Sousa; Emily Condon; Jacqueline Masse; Charlie Johnson; Tess Cuddy; Shane Moeller; Matthew Carey; and Penelope Anderson.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

]]><![CDATA[June 3rd, 2021]]>Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:44:49 GMThttps://www.trinityepiscopalchurchmilford.org/weekly-e-news/june-3rd-2021

A Celtic Blessing for our Children:
When you feel the sun’s light upon you,
may you be lit within your heart,
so that friends and strangers
will come and warm themselves,
as though a fire burned within you.
When you look up at the bright sky,
may its light enter you
and shine out from your two eyes,
like candles in the windows of a house,
showing the way to those who are lost.
[from Carmina Gaelica, in Celtic Prayers for Times of Crisis, compiled by Ellyn Sanna, (Anamchara Press, 2020, p. 3

The Second Sunday after Pentecost
Celebration of Sunday School and Senior Youth Group
Holy Eucharist @ 9am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom

Ministers of the Liturgy:
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Peach Warren
Lectors: Allison Kee, Emily Kee, Anna Prevelige, Teagan Richards, Zoey Richards, Tessa Scrimgeour
Ushers: Andrew Yaroshefski, Sebastian Carpenter & Malichai Carpenter
Altar Guild: Cathy Ellis
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

-Proverbs 3:5-6

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Saturday:
9 am Garden Project at the Garden of Hope, next to Fino Field
Sunday:
9 am – Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom Link will be sent on Saturday evening.
7 pm – Zoom Youth Group
This Week at Trinity:
The Parish Office will be open Monday through Thursday, 10am-2pm
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Community Groups will begin to resume meeting at Trinity this week.
Wednesday 10 am – Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning.
Thursday 4 pm – Grab n Go meals at Trinity

For a copy of the June issue of The Trinitarian click here.

Congratulations to our Sunday School students who joined with students from St. Matthew's Worcester and the United Parish of Upton for our experimental online classes:
Sydney Redden, Emily Kee, Landon Sweet, Evie Yaroshefski, Teagan Richards, Kyra Richards, Zoe Richards, Sebastian Carpenter, and Malichai Carpenter.

Thank you to our Senior Youth Group for their monthly mission projects:
Preparing and serving the Grab n Go Meals in January and April; the 30-Hour Famine in February, the Easter Egg Hunt in April; Grab n Go Tables donations of summer games and flip-flops in May and June. They also collected recyclable containers for the Good News Gardens.

Thank you to Rachel Carpenter and Sarah Prevelige for their leadership and wisdom in mentoring our young people.

Next Sunday:
Honoring our Graduates

Youth Group Mission Project:
June 24th : Summer outdoors
flip flops (all sizes for children and adults), sunscreen, and bug spray.
There is a bin in the side entrance to the church for collecting donations. If you prefer to make a financial contribution, please write your check payable to Trinity Church with "youth group mission" on the memo line. Please contact Dr. Sarah Prevelige to learn more about how you can help. drprevelege@gmail.com. We thank our young people for their leadership, vision, and compassion.

The Good News Gardens

We have been encouraging container gardening, but if you long to have your hands in the earth, you are invited to volunteer at "Garden of Hope" on the bike/walk rail trail in Milford. Mary Johnson is collaborating with Lisa Trussis to manage the garden at Christopher's Corner, near Fino Field Pool, directly off the bike path. On June 5th we will have a garden-work party at 9am. If you are interested in shoveling dirt or planting or watering you are welcome to join us! We will have a table with containers for those who want to garden but cannot get down on their hands and knees to do the work. You can still plant, water and weed. The earth is amazing! Gardening can be a chore, a healing process, nurturing, wearying and uplifting – all at the same time. And it is like alchemy, instead of creating gold, it produces food. And I do love to eat!
If you have a plant, nurture it and share the harvest. If you don't have one yet, but want one, we are going to give more plants away after Memorial Day. Charlie has been transplanting the plants and helping them to grow. Stayed tuned for the next few give away dates. - Mary Johnson

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: Bitsy; Darlene Young; Marian Smatt; Darius; Karin Tourtellotte; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian; Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.

Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana

Those celebrating birthdays this week: Ani Joyce Sharoogian; Stacey Forgione; Franny Maggiore; Lorraine Howe; Roman Krupa; Matthew Shields; Raji Abraham; Patricia Cerrito; Liam Crisfield; Rory Crisfield; Matthew McCall; Bryan Jackson; Jacques Côté; Kiara Bodreau; Peter Waugh; Evan Gatchell; Donald Levesque; Megan Alley; Dianne Kee; Paul Washburn, III; Alicia Figueroa; Shannon Hynes; Suzanne McMillen; John Guglielmi; Andrew Taft; Ben Taft; Meghan Kirby; Jodi Sheedy; and Leah Sweet.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

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A Meditation on the Trinity by Calvin Miller [Celtic Devotions, p. 27]
May God the Father be the shield beneath which we hide our fragile souls.
            He comes both generous and large to cover us when troubles rain
  down upon us.
May God the Son make of his own cross a place for our hard times
            And may the wood he chose now heal our wounds.
May God the Spirit live within us like structural steel with welded braces
            So the pressures from without will never crush us.
May we be triple-kept by triune love, shielded by the three in one.

The First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday
Holy Eucharist @ 9am
Hybrid Worship: In person and on Zoom

Ministers of the Liturgy:
Celebrant and Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Judith Lee
Eucharistic Minister: Dave Clinkman
Lector: Brandon Kee
Ushers: Andrew and Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Altar Guild: Mary-Ellen Yaroshefski
Musicians: Randolph Bloom, Jeff Lukas, Cathy Poch

There will be no Sunday School today in observance of Memorial Day Weekend

The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it,
but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes.
So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” [John 3:8]

What to expect on Sunday morning, click here.
For a copy of the service leaflet, click here.
For the Weekly Announcements, click here.

This Weekend at Trinity:
Sunday:
9 am – Holy Eucharist in person and on Zoom. Link will be sent on Saturday evening
This Week at Trinity
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.
The Parish Office will be open Tuesday through Thursday, 10am-2pm
Mother Judith can be reached by phone [716.949.8194] and email.
Monday 11am-noon – Grab n Go meals prepared and distributed by the Girl Scout Troop #11369
Wednesday 10 am – Morning Prayer on Zoom: the link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning
Wednesday 12:30 pm – JULIETs meet at New England Steak and Seafood in Mendon
Wednesday 7:30 pm – Meditation and Movement on Zoom. the link will be sent on Wednesday morning.
Thursday 4 pm – Grab n Go meals at Trinity
Friday – 12:30 pm ROMEOs will meet at George's Surf 'n Turf, located at the former Redwood Drive-In, Route 16, Mendon.

For a copy of the June issue of The Trinitarian click here.

Meditation, Movement & Music - Wednesday June 2nd 7:30pm pm Zoom
Join Cindi Scrimgeour and Michelle Madden for a brief guided d meditation with gentle movement and music that is both calming and inspiring.

Celebrating our Youth Ministries & Our Graduates: Mark your Calendars

June 6th – Celebrating our Children & Youth: Sunday School students and youth will be our Readers. We will celebrate their accomplishments this year, and we will give thanks for the ministries of Rachel Carpenter as Church School Coordinator & Sarah Prevelige as Youth Group Mentor.

June 13th – Honoring our Graduates: We will celebrate our youth and young adults graduating from 8th grade, high school, and college.

The JULIETS, who have not been meeting due to the pandemic, plan to get together on this Wednesday June 2, at 12:30. If you would like to join us for lunch at New England Steak and Seafood in Mendon, please let Pat Keppler know: 508 966-0003 or 508 246-9703 or pat_keppler@yahoo.com. This restaurant is indoors but usually not crowded at lunch, and we should be able to reasonably socially distance there. All women
from the parish are welcome to join this group. It should be fun!

Memorial Day Grab n Go lunches will be prepared and distributed by Girl Scout Troop 11369. 11am - noon. Many thanks to Scouts Kim and Madelyn Stochaj, Isabella Shady, Josephine Dew, and Caitlyn Bangert and to adult members Beth and Wayne Stochaj and Jennifer Shady. We thank them for their generosity and ingenuity. Thank you to Madelyn Stochaj for creating the flyer.

The Good News Gardens

We have been encouraging container gardening, but if you long to have your hands in the earth, you are invited to volunteer at "Garden of Hope" on the bike/walk rail trail in Milford. Mary Johnson is collaborating with Lisa Trussis to manage the garden at Christopher's Corner, near Fino Field Pool, directly off the bike path. On June 5th we will have a garden-work party at 9am. If you are interested in shoveling dirt or planting or watering you are welcome to join us! We will have a table with containers for those who want to garden but cannot get down on their hands and knees to do the work. You can still plant, water and weed. The earth is amazing! Gardening can be a chore, a healing process, nurturing, wearying and uplifting – all at the same time. And it is like alchemy, instead of creating gold, it produces food. And I do love to eat!
If you have a plant, nurture it and share the harvest. If you don't have one yet, but want one, we are going to give more plants away after Memorial Day. Charlie has been transplanting the plants and helping them to grow. Stayed tuned for the next few give away dates. - Mary Johnson

Our Prayers Are Offered For:
Parish Members & Friends: Bitsy; Darlene Young; Marian Smatt; Darius; Karin Tourtellotte; Paul Langlois; Sharon Manoogian; Sal & Vas Ferreira; Laura Uretsky; Lee Kalns; Michael Lambert; Michelle; Stephanie; Ron Taylor; Kim Liquori; Peter Lee; Gloria Falcone; Barbara; Valerie; Ray & Enid; Clinton Clark, III; Marco Weiss; Al Price; Robert; Mary Torian, Beth & Terry; Esther McKenzie; Lisa Wilson; Sandra Arbogast; Len Baird; Judy Shea; Robin Rowe; Skye Bayleigh Plaisted; Alex; Alisha Starkis Weddeke; Chrissy & Mark; Thomas Scano; the Canali Family; Sherel & Lou Frere; Craig Silverman; Justin Perkin; Tom Childs; Nancy Sharoogian; Bob Mezzadri; all those serving in the military and the Peace Corps, especially Avary DeRagon; Dan Consigli; Drew Beauchamp; Charles; Laura; Elena; Brendan Wood; Danielle & Joel Marsh; Tom Bento; Joel Joudrey; Justin Woessner and their families.

Homebound Parishioners: Verna Parente, and Wayne Morey.

Our Partner Dioceses: Kumasi and Asante-Mampong in Ghana

Those celebrating birthdays this week: Pascal Viens; Jack O’Neill; Michael McNally; Paula Kollman; Debbie Harrison; Teagan Richards; Pam Hennessy; Grace Pekkala; Stephen King, Jr.; John D’Ascenzo; Mikell Hagedorn; James Hardy; Gloria Falcone; June Dugas; Jack Johnson; Jayden Holske; Mary Lloyd; Ann Marie Lockwood; Ani Joyce Sharoogian; Stacey Forgione; Franny Maggiore; and Lorraine Howe.

For news and access to Diocesan meetings and worship, go to
https://www.diocesewma.org/
For news about events at Trinity and The Episcopal Church go to
https://www.trinitychurchmilford.org

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