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ALL WARMLY WELCOME! Worship Service

Sunday, 11:00 a.m.

The Right Reverend Brian Prior Diocesan Bishop

The Rev. Dr. James N. Wilson, II Priest-in-Charge

The Rev. Grant H. Abbott Theologian-in-Residence

In This Issue:

Mark Your Calendars – 2

Coffee Sip Team Schedule – 3

Reader & Chalice Bearer Schedule –4

June 2015 – Volume 85

New Birth Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Newsletter Church Address:

Epiphany Episcopal 1636 Van Buren Avenue

St. Paul, MN 55104

Office Address: 501 Dale Street North

Suite 201 St. Paul, MN 55103-1914

Phone: 651-228-0930 Fax: 651-224-9755

Email: [email protected]

New Birth Newsletter Graphic Design

by Janelle Danforth

“When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they sitting…. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the spirit gave them ability.” Amid the exclusive, alienating, homogenous, xenophobic, and culturally-biased Christian understanding of church or ways of doing church in the twenty-first century, every Pentecost Sunday raises awareness about God’s original intention for the church to be an inclusive, relational, and multiculturally diverse community. The birth of Jesus Christ is a full expression of God’s intention to recreate the Hebrews homogenous and alienating religious community into a multiculturally diverse community. At the birth of Christ, a new religious movement was born; the message was simple: love God and love our fellow human beings; The Hebrews were not prepared to hear this simple inclusive message because it undermined the exclusive and homogenous nature of Judaism. Those who wanted to hear the inclusive and loving message of Jesus came to him. Nicodemus, a Jewish rabbi, came at night to seek the truth; things began to change; religious and cultural barriers between the Jews and non-Jews started breaking apart; the poor and the rejected were welcomed and treated with respect by Jesus.

The various religious groups Pharisees, the Sadducees, and Essenes were not pleased with Jesus. This explains his crucifixion but with his resurrection, ascension, and Pentecost Day, 50 days after the resurrection of Jesus, a new community, the church, was created. The English word “Pentecost” borrows its meaning from the Greek word “Pentecoste” meaning “fiftieth.” Pentecost originates from the Jewish feast of wheat also known as the day of the first fruits or the feast of Harvest. These feasts were celebrated on the fiftieth day after the Feast of the Passover. During the celebration of these Jewish feasts, the first fruits of corn harvest were formally dedicated with appropriate rituals and ceremony. In later years of Jewish times, the number 50 became a significant number. On the fiftieth day, the Jews commemorated the giving of the laws of Moses on Mt Sinai. Every fiftieth year, according to Leviticus 25, was a Jubilee year. Three important things were carried out in a Jubilee year: 1) Liberty was proclaimed to all Israelites who were still in bondage and the price of slaves was to vary. 2) Those who sold the possessions of their forefathers because of poverty were given back all their possessions. If anyone owed some money, those depths were cancelled. 3) The Jubilee year was a year of rest for the land.

Continued on page 5

CHURCH, A CREATED MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY

By Fr. James N. Wilson, II Priest in Charge

http://us.mc1614.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Newsletter Page 2

Sunday Worship Schedule

First Sunday: Rite II Second Sunday: Rite I Third Sunday: Rite II & Family Ministry Sunday (contemporary worship, songs and prayers that are youth friendly) Fourth Sunday: Rite II Fifth Sunday: Rite II & Teaching Sunday

Wednesday Bible Study: This summer the Bible Study and Discussion group will continue to meet every Wednesday, but on each second and fourth Wednesday will begin with a healing service. Adult Faith Formation Thursdays: Compline service (BCP) will be held on 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 5:00 p.m., followed by a discussion of the book, Crazy Christians: A Call to Follow Jesus, by Bishop Michael Curry. The cost of the book is $16.00. Please contact the church office at (651)228-0930 or email [email protected] so that we know how many books to order. Start date: June 18, 2015.

Choir News: Rehearsals are on Sundays after church. These will be short, weekly rehearsals, mainly dedicated to learning new music.

Flowers on the Altar: If you would like to provide flowers in honor or memory of a loved one, please remember to sign up on the flower chart in the undercroft for your desired Sunday. Save the Date! “One Church Many Cultures” Dinner Dance on Saturday, August 8, 2015 6pm- Midnight Please plan to attend. This is a major fundraiser for Holy Trinity.

JUNE 2015

13 Meeting of Elected Bodies / Line Dancing Class, 1:00 p.m. 16 Vestry Meeting, 6:30pm 20 Line Dancing Class, 1:00 p.m. 21 Father’s Day (Women & Youth host lunch for men)/ Family Ministry Sunday 25 New Birth newsletter submission deadline 25—3 78th General Convention of the EC, Salt Lake City, Utah

Deadline for July New Birth submissions: June 25, 2015

In the event of bad weather, please call the church office at 651-228-0930 for a pre-recorded message about any service cancellations.

James Flomo JUN 1

Frances Joshua JUN 2

Jonathan Knighten JUN 4

Pearl Hunt-McCain JUN 6

Patricia Allen JUN 9

Jade Tucker JUN 11

Maraya Robbins JUN 12

Jared Bryant JUN 17

Rodney England JUN 24

Janet Simmons JUN 24

Hector Nanka Bruce JUN 25

Jordan Tucker JUN 25

Myles Taylor JUN 28

Alexa Bryant JUN 30

If your name and birthday is not listed

please inform the church office.

Emergency Food Shelf

The Pilgrim Baptist Church Food Shelf (732 W. Central, St. Paul) operates the 2nd & 4th Friday of each month. Next service dates: June 12 & 26, 2015, 4-5:30 p.m.


JUNE 2015

Coffee Sip Team Schedule

June 7 – Team 7

Michael Vasich*

Linda Garrett

Pearl Hunt-McCain

David & Frances Joshua

Cleveroy Tonge

Juliette Wilson

June 14 – Team 2

Jennie Brown*

Walter Brown

Beverly Bryant

Avril Butcher-Barnes

Virginia Clark

Caroline Lawrence

June 21 – Team 3

Linda Finney*

Victor & Margaret Crabbe

Juliette Greenfield

Jestina Thomas

Mayata White

June 28 – Team 4

Beverly Johnson*

Jennifer Bangoura

Martha Cobb

Brenda Hill

Bettye Kortus

Vanne Owens Hayes

Maria Reeve

Ruth White

*Team Leader calls to remind team

members to bring coffee sip items. If any

above date is in conflict with schedules,

please make arrangements with another

team as soon as possible.

Are you missing out on Coffee

Sip fun? To sign up, please

contact Julia New-Landrum at

(651)645-9693.

Usher Schedule

June 7 David Joshua Gordon Kirk Elaine Scott June 14 Hector Nanka Bruce Henry Cannon Brenda Hill June 21 Victor Crabbe Juliette Greenfield Brenda Hill June 28 David Joshua Gordon Kirk Elaine Scott

Acolyte Schedule

17And whatever you do, in word or deed,

do everything in the name of the Lord

Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father

through him. Colossians 3:17 (ESV)

June 7 Oyeme Thomas Aliyah Jones June 14 Angelica Tonge Stephon Tonge June 21 Avery New Christopher Tonge June 28 Kashif Bangoura Aliyah Jones

Let’s Walk Together! Holy Trinity's 'Walking Group' has started. Our first venture was at Como Park and we walked the full circumference of the lake (about 30-40 minutes). Our group meets on Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Anyone interested in joining should contact Julia New-Landrum (651)645-9693 or Linda Finney (651)263-5025 for the location, which changes depending on group's preference. During inclement weather we'll be at Jimmy Lee's indoor track.

Line Dancing at Holy Trinity

On June 13 and June 20, instructor Tina Jackson, who conducts Soul Line Dance classes at Jimmy Lee Recreation Center, is coming to Holy Trinity! This is a fun way to exercise! Please join us at 1:00 p.m. These Saturday classes are open to the entire congregation as well as other churches in the SHIP group. Offered to you FREE OF CHARGE, compliments of Holy Trinity’s Health Ministry.

The Annual Holy Trinity Service/Picnic will be held on Sunday August 16, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Minnehaha Park – Wabun A. Please mark this Sunday on your calendar and come and help us celebrate our annual summer service/picnic. Watch the bulletin for details.

callto:+1651-263-5025


June 7 2 Pentecost

George Hunkins*

Terry Danforth*

OT & Psalm

NT & Prayers

June 14 3 Pentecost

Cassandra Thompson*

Linda Garrett*

OT & Psalm

NT & Prayers

June 21 4 Pentecost

FATHER’S DAY FAMILY MINISTRY SUNDAY Youth Reader

Youth Reader

Chalice

Avril Butcher-Barnes

Pam Moore

Maria Reeve

OT & Psalm

EPIS /Prayers

June 28 5 Pentecost

Carlotta Cannon*

Juliette Wilson

OT & Psalm

NT & Prayer

June 7 – Second Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 5 1 Samuel 8:4-11, (12-15), 16-20, (11:14-15)

Psalm 138

2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1

Mark 3:20-35

June 14 – Third Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 6 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13

Psalm 20

2 Corinthians 5:6-10, (11-13), 14-17

Mark 4:26-34

June 21 – Fourth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 7 1 Samuel 17: (1a, 4-11, 19-23), 32-49 Psalm 9:9-20 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41

June 28 – Fifth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 8 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27

Psalm 130

2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Mark 5:21-43

Lessons Revised Common Lectionary (rcl)

June 2015 Reader & Chalice Bearer Schedule

* denotes both reader and chalice bearer

Attendance & Contributions for the month of May:

May 3: 50 in attendance; $2,386.25 in giving;





Total giving for the month of May: $11,603.20

According to the 2015 budget our target monthly giving is

$10,271.17 ($2,370.27 per week).

Give Now Campaign Update:

As of June 6, 2015, $5,490.00 has been received in

response to our letter of February 26 asking for your help

to bring our outstanding accounts current.

A simple and convenient way to give: Consider signing up for electronic giving. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church relies on the financial support of the congregation, and electronic giving offers an easy way to give on a recurring basis. Contributions can be debited automatically from your checking or savings account or processed using your credit or debit card. You can sign up online or, if preferred, paper authorizations are available at the church office. To give electronically, visit our church website, www.holytrinityepiscopalmn.org, and locate the link to the GIVE NOW! page. Just click on the GIVE NOW! button to get started. Thank you!

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Church, a created multicultural community, continued from page 1

People lived on what the land had produced in the past six years and whatever plant grew up by itself. Therefore, the number 50 was a number of thanksgiving, commemoration, rest, debt cancellation, and the beginning of a new life. The new community, the church, meaning those who are called out of the world, was intended to be for all people, not for some people, and is to reach out to all people, not only people who are our kind; it was intended to be a community where everybody is somebody and nobody is denigrated, rejected, ostracized, or left behind because of cultural, social, or economic disparities. The new community, the church, bears the mark of Christ’s redeeming works; out of his passion, death, and resurrection, a multicultural community was created by the Holy Spirit. Because God is God, God is always doing new things; the old passed away, a new day was born on the day of Pentecost. On the day of Pentecost, not only was an inclusive and multicultural community created, but also the worship was ecstatic and charismatic “the people were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages/tongues as the spirit gave them ability.” Though the church was created to be one, holy, catholic, and apostolic church and to rise beyond human divisiveness and religious prejudices, the new community disintegrated into denominations with theological, doctrinal, and liturgical differences. Though the new community was intended to be a multicultural community, it has also broken apart on racial and cultural lines as correctly noted by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that the “most segregated day is Sunday.” A reminder is necessary every year that the church is intended to be a multicultural community; a place for all Christian believers to welcome all God’s people; not some people, but all people.

“There is a destiny that makes us brothers; none goes his way alone; All that we send into the lives of others comes back into our own.”

125 guests were served at Faith Lutheran Church on Monday, May 11, 2015. Thank you to our wonderful workers: Hector Nanka Bruce, Mercy Crabbe, Linda Garrett, Judith Goff, Brenda Hill, George & Nella Hunkins, The Rev. Diane McGowan, and Greg Payne. Thanks also to our partners from St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, directed by Joan & David Ingram.

Sincerely, Brenda Hill

A Big Thank You to the men of Holy Trinity for continuing the tradition of the Christmas Eve reception and the

Mother’s Day brunch. What a beautiful brunch was given on Sunday, May 10, 2015! Thank you so much for the

brunch and the roses.

The Guild of the Black Madonna delivered items in the “Fresh as a Daisy” campaign to Dress for Success in May.

Submitted by Carlotta Cannon


T-Shirt Weather Is Finally Here! Celebrate with a Holy Trinity T-Shirt! T-shirts are still available after the service in the Undercroft: Children’s sizes: $10 (S, M, L, XL), Adult Sizes: $12 each (S, M, L, XL), and $15 each (2X, 3X).

Congratulations, Graduates!

Aimee Barnes graduated from Wiley College in Marshall, Texas with a B.A.

in Mass Communications and a minor in Sociology.

Nalivea Benjamin graduated from kindergarten from Friendship Academy of the Arts on Friday, June 5, 2015.

Mackenzie Benson graduated from L’Etoile du Nord French Immersion School and will begin 6th grade in the fall.

Dennis Danforth, Jr. graduated from the University of St. Mary’s with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Hunter Reeve graduated from Great River School.

Maraya Robbins graduated from Roseville Area High School on June 5,

2015, and will attend St. Cloud State University in the fall.

Katherine Thomas graduated from Middleton Elementary in Woodbury.

Michael Vasich will graduate from the University of St. Thomas with a Masters of Arts in teaching this summer.

Save the date! The S.O.U.L. (Spiritual Opportunities to Unite and Learn) Conference provides a safe place for Episcopalians of African descent from across the Church to meet and grow together in relationship with one another and Christ while participating in workshops toward leadership development. WHEN: June 25-28, 2015 (during the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church) WHERE: Salt Lake City, UT WHO: High-school-age youth of African descent serving in communities of The Episcopal Church Questions? Contact The Rev. Angela Ifill, Missioner for Black Ministries Phone: (212) 922-5343, Email: [email protected]


This ‘N That

His disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. Acts 11:26. Kindness is not an act, it is a lifestyle. Sometimes it’s what we don’t say that hurts. Never cut what you can untie. –Robert Frost The earth has music for those who listen. –William Shakespeare The best use of imagination is creativity. We are new every day. Earth – the land of trials. Heaven – the land of joys. The manner of giving shows the character of the giver more than the gift itself. All of nature is a grand symphony conducted by the Creator. Caring for God’s creation is the believer’s duty. The worst use of imagination is anxiety. –Deepak Chopra The best gift for the younger generation is a good example from the older generation.

Defender of the Faith: The Rev. Denzil A. Carty

Some time ago, Vanne Owens Hayes asked that members of the church write some testimonies about the Rev.

Denzil A. Carty to accompany a request that he be named as one deserving nomination to sainthood. Although I

know very little about saints, I would like to share some thoughts.

I was a teenager when Fr. Carty, his wife Sylvia, and family came to be with the congregation of St. Philip’s

Episcopal Church in Saint Paul in 1950, where he served until 1975. The Parish was about to embark on the building

of a new church, both physically and spiritually. Our existing church was torn down, we began a building campaign,

and worshipped at the Hallie Q. Brown Center at the other end of the block.

While all this was about to happen, Fr. Carty took great interest in the young people of the church, even though he

was 50 years old when he came to Minnesota. Our youth group grew and flourished, we had a youth choir, half a

dozen acolytes, and a good Sunday school. The organizations all were busy raising funds, presenting events, and

attending meetings in the Diocese and the community.

About this time, highway 94 was going to happen, causing deep scars to the area. Fr. Carty felt it necessary to go to

the City Hall to speak about the future of the lives of folk in the area. He became the “foot soldier” for us and our

future. The new church got built, again setting many hands to work for the needed final touches.

Many years later, it was the Rev. Denzil A. Carty that led eleven women who wished to become priests, to be known

as the “Philadelphia Eleven” as they gathered from all over the country to ask to be ordained. They were denied and

later were ordained in California. We at St. Philip’s were fortunate enough to have one of the best known serve as a

priest, the Rev. Jeanette Piccard.

The term Father, as we use it, is the head of the body, the caregiver, the provider, the comforter. Fr. Carty gave the

people of this area twenty-five years (1950-1975) of great leadership and persisted in the issues of housing,

education and employment, and most of all, our spiritual health. He was featured on television many times when he

addressed the City Council.

We give God the glory for sending us this dedicated servant, defender of the faith. Thank you, Lord.

Submitted by Carlotta Cannon


March 17, 2015

6:55 PM to 9:00 PM at Epiphany Church

Attendees: Fr. James N. Wilson, II, Priest-In-Charge; George Thompson, Senior Warden; Avril Butcher-Barnes,

Junior Warden; Jennie Brown; Sheila Crabbe; Terry Danforth; Lance Goldsberry; Adrienne Mason; David

Washington.

Excused absences: Julia New-Landrum; Brenda Hill, Treasurer.

Guests: Karon Sanigular.

Opening prayer was said by Fr. Wilson.

Acceptance of Agenda –Accepted as modified.

Minutes – February 24, 2015 – Approved.

Priest’s Updates – Fr. Wilson reported that he made visits since the last vestry meeting. He said that the month since

the last vestry meeting has been very busy. Activities included the joint service on February 15, 2015, with St. James

AME Church, and services on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2015. The Bible study program has continued on

Wednesdays, with the current topic, “The Reason for God.” The specific topic tomorrow is, “Why does God allow

suffering?”

Fr. Wilson said that he is continuing to participate with the Saint Paul Black Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance

(SPBIMA). June 15-17, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. there will be revivals at Progressive Baptist Church. A fundraising

scholarship event is being planned for June 19, 2015. A joint Good Friday service will be here at Holy Trinity on April

3, 2015. On November 22, 2015, the SPBIMA will sponsor a pre-Thanksgiving service.

Youth Updates

Sheila Crabbe reported on youth activities. The Gus Macker basketball tournament community relations event will be

July 11-12, 2015. It was moved and seconded that Holy Trinity participates in the Empowerment Lane again this year

by having a booth and volunteers. Motion carried. The request to become a sponsor of Gus Macker for $150.00 was

referred to the Finance Committee.

A dinner fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2015, to raise funds for youth activities, transportation and

equipment. The goal is to raise $500.00. The vestry approved the dinner fundraiser.

After considerable discussion, it was moved and seconded that the name Youth Ministry be changed to Holy Trinity

Family Ministry and that an addition be added to the church website, named “Go Fund Me.” This would be a site, with

a goal of raising $20,000.00 for youth activities. Ms. Crabbe and Ms. Benson would work on activating the site by

March 24, 2015. Motion carried. Jennie Brown abstained.

Financial Report and Finance Committee Report Senior Warden George Thompson mentioned that a special appeal letter went to all members requesting a contribution

of $125.00 to be used for operating expenses.

After discussion the financial reports were approved by the vestry.

Ms. Sanigular raised a question as to the proceeds from the boat ride. The matter was referred to the Finance

Committee.

Building & Grounds Committee Updates

Senior Warden Thompson had nothing new to report. After extensive discussion it was moved and seconded that a

letter be sent to the Bishop requesting a meeting with the vestry to discuss our status here at Epiphany. Motion carried.

Continued on page 9


Old Business (Updates)

• International Homecoming (August 8, 2015) – Letters will be sent to prospective speakers by the end of this

month.

• Fr. Carty’s Birthday (March 30, 2015) – Will be celebrated Sunday, March 29, 2015.

• Vestry Vacancies – Will be announced in the bulletin.

• Project Spirit/SPACC Community Engagement – Will continue to be announced in the bulletin.

New Business

• It was moved and seconded that the Church Administrator be authorized to seek advertising for the church

bulletin. Motion carried.

Adjournment & Closing Prayer

Upon motion, duly seconded, the vestry voted to adjourn the meeting, with prayer.

Respectfully Submitted,

David Washington, Vestry Clerk

DW/nb

April 21, 2015

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Epiphany Church

Attendees: George Thompson, Senior Warden; Jennie Brown; Julia New-Landrum; Lance Goldsberry; Brenda Hill,

Treasurer.

Absences: Avril Butcher-Barnes, Junior Warden; Terry Danforth; Adrienne Mason; David Washington; The Rev.

Dr. James N. Wilson, II, Priest-in-Charge.

Guests: Hector Nanka Bruce, Beverly Johnson, Harriet Sims.

George Thompson read the opening prayer from the Book of Common Prayer. This was an informational meeting.

We did not have a quorum, which requires the presence of five vestry members.

Acceptance of Agenda: Agenda accepted by Julia New-Landrum and seconded by Jennie Brown.

Minutes: March 17, 2015 minutes were reviewed. Jennie Brown reported she did not receive the vestry minutes via

email. We will confirm that Nicole has the correct email address.

Holy Trinity Family Ministry: No report or update from the committee. The dinner is May 16, 2015. It is important

that we pre-order dinners. A question came up about advertising the event. It was suggested that the event be on the

EMCN web page. Lance has posted the event on his Facebook page. It was asked who was doing the cooking for

the event and whether this is a take-out only event or dine-in at the church. If so, what are the preparations and who

is responsible for this aspect of the dinner? George clarify with Avril and Sheila.

Financial Report: Brenda Hill presented the financial report. No action taken. She reported that Copeland had

requested payment. Nicole and Brenda negotiated a payment plan.

Brenda reported that the SPACC Annual Assembly is coming up and that our annual membership dues have not

been paid ($100.00). Brenda indicated that she is working on this. Tickets are $35 individually and $30 if four or

more church members attend. Members are encouraged to attend and to notify Nicole if they wish to purchase a

ticket.

Continued on page 10


April 2015 Vestry Meeting Minutes continued:

George reported that he received a call from The Rev. Michael Pipkin regarding our past due MMS obligation. George

will meet with the Finance Committee to work on a plan for payment.

Finance Committee Report: Hector Nanka Bruce reported that the Finance Committee had not met in the last two

months. They have a meeting schedule for next week.

Old Business Discussion

International Homecoming: Julia reported that the group is looking for a keynote speaker. Meetings are going to be

held every two weeks.

Vestry vacancies: Two positions remain open. George has announced it in church. No one has stepped up to fill these

positions yet.

Project Spirit/SPACC community engagement: George reported that a request for volunteers is in the church bulletin

each week. No volunteers at this time.

Discernment Document/Time & Talents: George reported that the discernment document created some momentum

with the church. We should revive this document and get people engaged.

Time and Talent: Same people working on all projects. This should be of concern to the church. What can we do to

get people involved?

New Business

Holy Trinity Family Pictorial Directory – Life Touch: George presented information regarding the Life Touch

pictorial church directory. Those present thought this was a good idea and that we should move forward with this

project.

Quarterly Church Meeting: George reminded vestry members that the quarterly meeting has been moved from the last

Sunday in April to May 3, 2015, due to Fr. Wilson’s vacation.

Other

Supply Priest April 26, 2015: George reported that Fr. LeBaron Taylor from Louisiana would be filling in for Fr.

Wilson on April 26, 2015. Harriet Sims asked if this had been approved by the Bishop’s office. She believes there is

something special we must do when getting an out of state supply priest. George will check on this.

Kinship program: Beverly Johnson reported there is a luncheon at Thrivent Financial on April 23, 2015. This

gathering is to learn about mentoring children. The Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches is sponsoring this

luncheon.

Father Wilson Sabbatical: George reported that Fr. Wilson is canceling his request for a sabbatical at this time.

Continued on page 11


April 2015 Vestry Meeting Minutes continued:

Rush College Choir: George reported he has tickets for the Rush College concert being held at Pilgrim Baptist

Church on April 22, 2015. Tickets are $10.00. The concert supports the St. Paul Black Interdenominational

Ministerial Alliance Scholarship Fund. The question was raised as to what the criteria are for the scholarship

program. George will discuss with Fr. Wilson.

MAP: Harriet Sims reported that there is a MAP Event on May 3, 2015. She felt that someone from the Core Team

should attend. The event is in Faribault, MN, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

George Thompson closed with a prayer from the Book of Common Prayer for the parish.

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Many thanks to Julia New-Landrum for taking the minutes.

The 78th General Convention

The Episcopal Church

June 25 - July 3, 2015

Salt Lake City, Utah

Registration

Pre-Registration for the 78th General Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah is now closed. Registration will re-open at

the Salt Palace Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D & E starting at 9:00 am June 23rd

Registration Fees

Bishops, Deputies & Alternates: $495

ECW Triennial Delegates & Alternates: $375

Individual Visitors registering on-site: $125

Daily fee for Individual Visitors: $55

Please be reminded that you will need to show a photo ID when picking up your registration credentials. Thank you.

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Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 501 North Dale Street, Suite 201 Saint Paul, MN 55103-1914

OUR MISSION

To spread the word of God to all God's people through outreach, youth

and adult faith formation programs.

HOURS

Worship Service & Sunday school: Sunday, 11:00 a.m.

Church Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Office Closed on Mondays

Email: [email protected]

www.holytrinityepiscopalmn.org/

Visit the Episcopal Church web site at: www.episcopalmn.org

The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

OFFICERS

Senior Warden: George Thompson

Junior Warden: Avril Butcher-Barnes

Treasurer: Brenda Hill

Envelope Clerk: Ruth White

STAFF

The Rev. Dr. James N. Wilson, II, Priest in Charge

Nicole Benson, Parish Administrator

Michael Vasich, Music Director

Janelle Danforth, Volunteer Graphic Designer
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