http://www.trinitybirmingham.com/getinvolved/blog/lay_involvement_leadership/ Lay Involvement Blog en hsmith@trinity-umc.org Copyright 2010 2010-07-04T16:07:38-06:00 The new Olan Mills directories have arrived and will be available for pick up in the 2nd floor Commons Area after worship services on Sundays, July 4 and July 11. There is no charge if you were photographed for the book. If not photographed, there is a small fee of $5 per book. Please limit one per household. Directories will also be available for pick up in the church office on weekdays. News 2010-07-04T15:07:38-06:00 Join us for a reception to welcome Trinity’s new pastor Rev. Drew Holland and his wife, Vaughan. Sunday, June 27, 2010 10:00 a.m. - During the Sunday School hour Large Parlor News 2010-06-27T16:56:33-06:00 You are cordially invited to attend a Farewell Reception Honoring Rev. Tim and Stacey Tatum Sunday, June 6th, 2010 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. in the Large Parlor News 2010-06-06T12:51:19-06:00 This Saturday, May 8! Boy Scout Troop 97 GARAGE SALE Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction Saturday, May 8 7 AM - 1 PM • TUMC Fellowship Hall & Gym Sale Open to the Public! Pancakes $5 (Kids under 5 free) News 2010-05-08T17:27:55-06:00 Andy Wolfe’s Personal Word to the members of Trinity is posted online each week. It is located within the NEWS section of the church website. Click here to read this week’s posting, and check back each week for his next posting. News 2010-04-18T15:47:44-06:00 The Lenten Sermon Series, 24 Hours That Changed the World, by Andy and Dave can be found here online. Click this link to proceed to the Sermon Audio section of the site. Each week is available. News 2010-04-02T11:56:53-06:00 Ash Wednesday Services FEBRUARY 17, 2010 7:00 - 8:00 AM • Morning Come and Go Service - Sanctuary 6:30 PM • Service of Ashes & Holy Communion - Sanctuary In the Old Testament ashes were a sign of penitence – a sign of turning from sin to God. Lent begins with the use of this ancient sign in a service of prayer, hymns and Holy Communion.  For information on Lent, click here. For information on Holy Week and Easter Services, click here. News 2010-02-17T18:46:35-06:00 Methodism 101 10 AM in the Small Dining Room SUNDAYS, Feb. 14, 21 & 28 • Who is John Wesley? • What Do Methodists Believe? • How IS Methodism Different from Other Denominations? New members, New Christians or those who want to know more about Methodism…Get the answer to these questions and more. Come to Methodism 101 to learn about Methodist history, theology and practice. Led by Dr. Andy Wolfe News 2010-02-14T19:20:53-06:00 The Harry Elliott Bible Conference Presents The Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA Sunday, January 31 at Trinity United Methodist Church The Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long is the Bandy Professor of Preaching at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, and the author or editor of 14 books on preaching and worship. He is ordained in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). He is the chair of the Day1 Advisory Board, comprised of leading preachers, scholars, and other leaders. Dr. Long received his BA and M.Div. from Erskine Seminary and his Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Seminary in 1980. He began his career as a preacher at McElroy Presbyterian Church near Atlanta, GA and since that time has taught at a number of seminaries, including Princeton. Columbia, and Candler. In 1996, Dr. Long was named one of the twelve most effective preachers in the English speaking world by Baylor University, along with the likes of Fred Craddock, Billy Graham, James Forbes, Barbara Brown Taylor and William Willimon. He was ordained by the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church and currently his ordination is held by the PCUSA. Dr. Long’s research interests are homiletical theory and biblical hermeneutics and preaching. He also is doing research on the theology and practice of Christian funerals. He will visit Trinity on Sunday, January 31 and deliver lectures throughout the day. You are invited to attend one or all of the following: Sermon | 8:45 & 11 AM Worship, Sanctuary | “A Great Chasm” based on Luke 16:19-31 Lecture | 10 AM (Sunday School Hour), Sanctuary | Jesus as God’s Riddle: Parables in the Gospel of Mark Lecture | 5 PM, Wesley Hall | Wisdom and Foolishness: Parables in the Gospel of Matthew •• Light Snack Supper Provided •• Lecture | 6:30 PM, Wesley Hall | Making Room at God’s Table: Parables in the Gospel of Luke News 2010-01-31T18:32:00-06:00 MINISTRY FAIR - JANUARY 17 Where will you serve in 2010? Come to Trinity’s Annual Ministry Fair on January 17 at 9:45 AM in the Fellowship Hall. You will have the opportunity to discover all of the ministry opportunities that Trinity has to offer. Attend and enjoy fellowship and a delicious, complimentary breakfast during the Sunday School hour. Don’t miss it! News 2010-01-17T18:29:39-06:00