trinity united church of christ bulletin

CHURCH INFORMATION

PASTORAL STAFF

“There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served.”1 Corinthians 12:5 (TEV)

Deacon Wilfred Bentley, Exec. Dir. Operations

Daryle Brown, Exec. Dir. of Multi-Media Comm.

Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn,Exec. Min. of Community Engagement and Transformation

Ebony Only, Exec. Dir. of Human Resources

Rev. Mark A. Smith, Exec. Minister of Stewardship

Melody Morgan, Exec. Asst. to the Pastor

Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst.

Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst.

Rev. Joan Harrell,Dir. of Public Communications

Rev. Aaron McLeod, Exec. Dir. of Special Projects

PROGRAM STAFFDeacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS Bryan Johnson, Dir. Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. Christian Ed. Min. Jasmin Taylor, Digi Pastor Linda Thomas, Theologian-in-Residence

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP OFFICE OF THE SR. PASTOR

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

Rev. Rochelle Michael, Dir. Ministry and Pastoral Services

Rev. Mark Barclay, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Carmin Frederick, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Barbara A. Heard, Vol. Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor

Sunday Worship Services7:14 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.

(Praise Service begins 15 minutes prior)

Youth Church7:14 a.m., 10:45 a.m.

Bible Discovery Hour9:45 a.m.

Weekly Praise/Prayer Service11:30 a.m. - Prayer Service6:00 p.m. - Prayer Service

7:14 p.m. - Wednesday @ The Well

Saturday Church School9:00 a.m.

CFABS Bible Study773-966-1507

For current schedule, Visit www.trinitychicago.org

LIVE Sunday Webcasts7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.

www.trinitychicago.org

Television BroadcastSundays, 1:30 p.m.

(WJYS, Check local listings)Prayer Line: 866-962-5650

Radio BroadcastSundays, 6:00 p.m.WVON 1690 AM

Church HoursMonday – CLOSED

Tuesday through Friday11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays • 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Sundays • 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120

Telephone (773) 962-5650www.trinitychicago.org @TrinityChicago

Order of Worship (7:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m.) ...............................................................................2Hymn of Praise "Oh, What He's Done For Me" ...............................................................................................3Unison Scriptures ............................................................................................................................................4Sermon Notes/Prayer Concerns ......................................................................................................................5Guest Preacher Bio: Rev. Sheleta Fomby .........................................................................................................6Guest Preacher Bio: Rev. Courtney Clayton Jenkins ........................................................................................7Raise the Roof/CFABS Bible Study ...................................................................................................................8Love and Logic Workshops/Green Page ..........................................................................................................9Vacation Bible School ....................................................................................................................................10Family Photos/Empowering Voices ...............................................................................................................11Party with a Purpose .....................................................................................................................................12Freedom School Summer Program................................................................................................................14Freedom School Tennis Outing/Gospel Run ..................................................................................................15Freedom School Golf Benefit ........................................................................................................................16Akiba ..............................................................................................................................................................17Endeleo..........................................................................................................................................................18Get Covered Illinois .......................................................................................................................................19Calendar ........................................................................................................................................................20Events ............................................................................................................................................................21Service & Support Groups .............................................................................................................................232014 Memory Verses.....................................................................................................................................24

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Trinity UCC Media and Technology Protocols Photography and Recording: Still photography, videography and audio recording of our worship services, ministry programs and community services is prohibited on church property, without prior expressed approval from Trinity United Church of Christ. To request permission, contact Rev. Joan Harrell, Director of Public Communications, at 773-962-5650.

Media: If visiting in an official media capacity, please be sure to check-in at our reception desk upon arrival.

WiFi: Trinity UCC offers Wifi for our members and visitors as a courtesy, so that they may participate in our worship services and ministry. User ID: trinity Password: guest

Listening Assistance: As we endeavor to maintain a sacred worship experience, please return listening devices following the Benediction. An Audio Technician is available in the sound room for 15 minutes following each service for the return of your device.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

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**Order of Worship - 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Opening Song ............................................................................................................“He Saved My Soul”Ministry of Music..................................................................................................................... “Even Me”Sermon ............................................................................................................... “Getting My Edge Back”Hymn of Invitation ....................................................................................................................... SelectedThe Service of Giving

Offertory SentencesTithes and Offerings

Altar Call/Benediction

[Once the sermon has begun, parishioners may not enter or re-enter the first floor sanctuary.]**The Order of Worship is subject to change, at the dictation of the Holy Spirit…

Opening Song (7:00 a.m.) .........................................................................................“Blessed Assurance”Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) ................................................................................ “I Wanna Say Thank You”Opening Song (11:00 a.m.) .......................................................................................“Blessed Assurance”Hymn of Praise (11:00 a.m.) ..................................................................... “Oh, What He’s Done For Me”Unison Scripture (7:30 a.m.) ......................................................................Philippians 3:12a; 13b (NKJV)Unison Scripture (11:00 a.m.) ..................................................................................... 2 Kings 6:1-7 (NIV)

PLEASE REMAIN STANDING FOR THE READING OF THE WORDInvocationParish Concerns

Visitor Recognition/Passing of the PeaceThe Pastor’s WordBaby Dedication

The Service of GivingOffertory SentencesTithes/OfferingsGuest Preacher

Altar Call .........................................................................................................................“Amazing Grace”Sermon (7:30 a.m.) .................................................................................................... Rev. Sheleta FombySermon (11:00 a.m.) ........................................................................................... “Getting My Edge Back”Hymn of Invitation ........................................................................................ “Why Not Come To Christ?”Benediction .................................................................................................................................. “Amen”

Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m.OH, WHAT HE’S DONE FOR ME

Verse 1 Oh, what He’s done for me. Oh, what He’s done for me. Oh, what He’s done for me.

I never shall forget what He’s done for me.

Verse 2He took my feet out the miry clay,

That’s what He’s done for me. He took my feet out the miry clay,


Verse 3He feeds me when I’m hungry, That’s what He’s done for me. He feeds me when I’m hungry,



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PHILIPPIANS 3:12A; 13B (NKJV)

12Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.

13Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead.

11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

2 KINGS 6:1-7 (NIV)1The company of the prophets said to Elisha, “Look, the place where we meet with you is too small for us. 2Let us go to the Jordan, where each of us can get a pole; and let us build a place there for us to meet.” And he said, “Go.” 3Then one of them said, “Won’t you please come with your servants?” “I will,” Elisha replied. 4And he went with them. They went to the Jordan and began to cut down trees. 5As one of them was cutting down a tree, the iron axhead fell into the water. “Oh no, my lord!” he cried out. “It was borrowed!”6The man of God asked, “Where did it fall?” When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it there, and made the iron float. 7“Lift it out,” he said. Then the man reached out his hand and took it.


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Sermon Notes Prayer Concerns

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REV. SHELETA FOMBY is a native of the Washing-ton DC Metropolitan area and reared in Prince George’s County Maryland. Upon graduating, Rev. Fomby enlisted in the United States Air Force where she proudly served her country in Ramstein, Germany. After completing her mili-tary service, Rev. Fomby worked in the federal government for thirteen years before resigning to serve in ministry.

Having acknowledged her call to ministry in November 2002, Rev. Fomby was licensed to preach that same year. She received ordination as Itinerant Deacon in the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church in April, 2007 and

Itinerant Elder orders in April, 2009. Rev. Fomby’s life assignment is to advance God’s Kingdom agenda in the earth through servant leadership that inspires and empowers people to take the next faithful step. She is thankful to live out this calling in the capacity of the Minister to Church of the Reid Temple AME Church, Inc. (North Location) and as the Minister to Women.

A gifted preacher and teacher, Rev. Fomby has been privileged to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ on various national platforms. Her sermons have been published in The African Ameri-can Pulpit Journal. The same publication has recognized her as one of the “20 To Watch Under 40.” She is also published in “These Sisters Can Say It!, a compilation of sermons by 21st Century African American Women Preachers, edited by Darryl Sims with Rev. Dr. Cynthia Hale. Rev. Fom-by faithfully renders her gifts for service unto Jesus Christ and His church through ministry, as she is frequently invited to minister in a wide array of ministry settings, including women’s confer-ences, retreats, panel discussions, workshops and seminars. Her ministry is richly empowered by the Holy Spirit as evidenced by her enlightened and insightful expression of God’s holy word.

Rev. Fomby holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of MD (UMUC) and Masters of Divinity at Wesley Theological Seminary. She is currently participating in continuing education studies at the Duke Divinity Faith and Leadership Institute. She endeavors to always do ministry with integrity and authenticity. God has worked miraculously in her life and to him she gives all honor, praise and glory. Rev. Fomby is encouraged daily by Philippians 1:6, “…being confident of this very thing that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

Guest Preacher Bio

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REV. COURTNEY CLAYTON JENKINS currently serves as the Pastor and Teacher of Euclid Avenue Congregational Church, United Church of Christ in Cleveland, OH. Just six months before Rev. Jenkins was called to serve this historical congregation, the church edifice of Euclid Avenue was struck by lightning and the building was completely destroyed by fire. With courage, Euclid Avenue called Rev. Jenkins to become their pastor at this very difficult time. In an attempt to utilize this devastating fire as a way of allowing God to do “a new thing”, the congregation offered Rev. Jenkins the distinct honor of being the first African American, first female and the youngest pastor in the history of the church and Rev. Jenkins has been leading this congregation out of the ashes by the grace of God.

Born and raised in Cleveland Ohio, Rev Jenkins is a graduate of Spelman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. Rev. Jenkins received her Masters of Divinity degree from Princeton University, with a concentration in Preaching and Congregational Ministry. In the United Church of Christ denomination, Rev. Jenkins is an ordained minister and has served in several capacities, including Pastor of Shaker Heights Community Church, United Church of Christ.

Rev. Jenkins has facilitated anti-racism training and rites of passage programs for youth, teaches life skills to low-income adults, and volunteers her time teaching re-entry skills to incarcerated women. She serves on the Board of Directors for Project Love/Purple America and the Prisoner Re-entry for Northeast Pre-Release. Rev. Jenkins is Co-Founder of the Without Walls Women in Ministry retreat designed to glorify God and edify women in ministry.

Rev. Jenkins is married to her seminary sweetheart, Reverend Cory C. Jenkins, Senior Pastor of the historic Shiloh Baptist Church and a graduate of Morehouse College. In January, 2012, Rev. Cory and Rev. Courtney were selected as one of the “Most Interesting Couples” in Cleveland, due, in part, to the unique fact both serve two of the oldest congregations in the city at such young ages.

On March 18, 2014, Rev. Courtney and Rev. Cory rejoiced in the arrival of Baby Caleb. He was their “gift from God!” They are excited to begin this new chapter in their lives with God’s guidance. Rev. Courtney stays committed to God’s calling and purpose upon her life. She remains excited about God’s desire to use the next generation to impact this nation with God’s unconditional love and al-mighty power. Called for the purpose of the Kingdom, Rev. Courtney Clayton Jenkins will continue to ensure “thy Kingdom come, thy Will be done.”

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Raise the RoofThen I said to them, “You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in disgrace.” . . . They replied, “Let us start rebuilding.” So they began this good work.

Nehemiah 2:17-18 NIV

As of May 13, 1,223 members/families have made pledges to our Raise the Roof campaign.

Those pledges now total $4,635,699!Over half of our membership who opted-in to the Raise the Roof campaign have actually pledged to the campaign. If you have already pledged, it is important that you now begin to meet your pledge commitments. Actual projects can be planned, but not started without actual contributions being received.

We thank you for your interest in and commitment to our Raise the Roof campaign. Together, we will equip Trinity UCC to be everything God has meant us to be, now, and in the future.

Stay informed…

Visit the Raise the Roof web site: www.raisetheroofcampaign.org.

THE CENTER FOR AFRICAN BIBLICAL STUDIESINVITES OUR TRINITY FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO SPRING INTO THE WORD OF GOD!

Register on Sunday, May 18th and Sunday, May 25th! Classes start Tuesday, May 27th!

Join us for our 8 week Spring/Summer Bible Class Session! Spring clean your closets of excuses for NOT taking Bible Classes! In the gospel of John, Jesus tells his followers, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples.” John 8:31 You still have time to study to show yourself approved unto God! For information, Call 773-962-5650 or email [email protected].


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LOVE AND LOGIC © WORKSHOPSFridays, May 23 – June 27

6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Trinity UCC Village Center

1947 West 95th Street, Chicago, IL

Are you concerned about the future of our youth? Do you want to restore village values to our community? If so, let’s learn how to “Raise our Village the ‘Love and Logic©’ way”! All PARENTS, YOUTH SPONSORS, and EDUCATORS are invited to join us, as we learn to:

• Put an end to arguing, back talk, and begging

• Teach responsibility without losing love• Set limits without waging war• Avoid power struggles• Guide our youth to own and solve their

problems• Teach our youth to complete tasks without

reminders and without pay

Register online at: www.tinyurl.com/TUCCLoveandLogic

For information, contact Rev. Carmin Frederick, [email protected], or Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, [email protected].

THE GREEN COMMITTEE PRESENTS ITS FIRST ANNUAL EARTH CARE DAY!

Saturday, May 31, 20149:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Sign up TODAY and Sunday, May 18th

Following all worship services!

Each year, on April 22nd, celebrations are held in more than 192 countries around the world for Earth Day. Earth Day is meant to show support for protecting the environment.

On Saturday, May 31, 2014, YOU can make an immediate difference in our church community, by volunteering your time and efforts to take part in your Green Committee’s First Annual Earth Care Day. Come out and help us beautify our community by cleaning up and recycling accumulated litter and trash from 91st to 99th streets, between Lafayette and Halsted.

For more information contact the Green Committee at [email protected].

REDUCE•REUSE•RECYCLE JOIN THE GREEN REVOLUTION

4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.

Announcements

2014 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL“PRAISE BREAK: CELEBRATING THE

WORKS OF GOD”

Tuesday, June 24 – Friday, June 27, 20149:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For ages 4 – 18 years$25.00 per student

(includes materials, lunch and snack)

REGISTRATION BEGINS SUNDAY, MAY 25TH!

REGISTRATION INFORMATION (Early bird discount - $5.00):

• Online “Early Bird” Registration (May 4 – May 25), visit http://tinyurl.com/tuccvbs2014

• In-house “Early Bird” Registration (Sunday, May 25 ONLY)• Regular In-house registration (Sunday, May 25 – June 15)• Online and regular in-house registration closes Monday, June 16, 2014

ALSO…

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER STAFF NEEDED!

Teachers, teacher assistants, and helpers are needed! If you enjoy helping young people to grown in their relationship with Christ, please contact Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, 773-962-5650 Ext. 2541 or Rev. Carmin Frederick, 773-962-5650 Ext. 2573.


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IT’S FAMILY PHOTOS TIME!

Today! Sunday, May 18thFollowing the 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Worship Services

Join Lady Monica Brown Moss and the "Women of Trinity UCC" at the Women's Conference May 16th and 17th and worship with them Sunday, May 18th at Trinity UCC. Find out how they are rededicating their lives to God and working to save girls and women from human trafficking in Chicago and around the world.

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Party with a PurposeFriday, May 30, 2014

On Friday, May 30, 2014, Trinity United Church of Christ will open our doors for a unique event designed to celebrate our culture, lift up our Savior, Jesus Christ, and SERVE our community.

Conceived as a new way to celebrate Pastor Moss’ pastoral anniversary here at Trinity UCC, this event will deliver a one-of-a-kind experience, as we welcome community members and adopt A Safe Haven South as a community resource that we will support. This organization provides housing and other assistance to men, women, and children, with a focus on helping them achieve self-sufficiency.

Our Party with a Purpose will host many of the children, women, and men of A Safe Haven, as well as others from the community, for food, fellowship, and a bit of pampering (haircuts, manicures, pedicures, and other services are being donated by professionals in our community). Music will include jazz, a house DJ, and, of course, gospel played in venues around the church.

In addition, Trinity UCC members are being asked to make specific donations to A Safe Haven.

Time/Talent• MathTutors• WorkshopLeaders(DomesticViolenceandmanyothertopics)• Repairs• Painting• Nutritioncounselingfortheresidents• Assistancewithpreparationforemployment

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Treasure• Diapers(anykind)• Formula(anykind)• Babywipes• Bedding–Twinsize(sheets,comforters)• Beddingforbabycribs(sheets,comforters)• Babycribs• Bathtowels,washcloths• Laundrydetergent,bleach,fabricsoftener• Personalitems–toothbrushes,toothpaste,mouthwash,deodorant,

combs/brushes,lotion,soap,shampoo/conditioner,etc.• Aluminumfoilandotherhouseholditems• Toilettissue• Anyotherbasicnecessityneededtostartanewlifechapter• Dresser(fortherooms)• Asofaorsometypeofseatingfortheentrance• Blinds• Buspasses(transportationisanissue)• Booksforthechildren

Ofcourse,cashdonationsarewelcome!

PleasetakealookatthelistandprayerfullyconsidermakingaspecialgifttohelpachildofGodgetbackontheirfeet!

Thankyou,andGod’sblessingsbeuponyou!

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AnnouncementsTrinity United Church of Christ

Freedom School - Summer 2014June 30th - August 8th8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Program takes place atHarlan High School

9652 S. Michigan • Chicago, IL 60628

*Register today in the Atrium, following all worship services.

Trinity UCC Freedom School provides children in grades K – 8th* grade with an enriched learning experience. This includes a culturally based reading curriculum; daily activities in history, music, science and math; prominent guest readers; relevant field trips and more. *Enrollment is open to scholars who previously attended Freedom School through 8th grade. All new scholars must be between Kindergarten – 2nd grade. Those 3rd – 8th graders without prior Freedom School enrollment will be placed on a waiting list.

Tuition is $750 and due in full at time of application. Applications and payment are due by May 15, 2014. Applications can also be found in the Habari Gani Rack in the Atrium. Our intent is to make this as affordable as possible for children and families who have demonstrated financial need based on receipt of free or reduced lunch. Please attach documentation that the child (ren) receives reduced or free lunch to receive a discount (of as much as 100%) off the full tuition.

*10% discount for each additional child.

Cash is not accepted. Make checks or money orders payable to Trinity United Church ofChrist. Please be sure to include in the memo section of the check that the payment is for Freedom School and include your child’s name.

Freedom SchoolTrinity United Church of Christ

400 W. 95th Street • Chicago, IL 60628

You can drop off your check to the front desk at the church. Do not include this payment with your tithe/regular offering. For more information email us at: [email protected]

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THE TRINITY UCC FREEDOM SCHOOL NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!

Trinity UCC Freedom School Tennis TournamentAnd Clinic Benefit

Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21, 2014Cost: $50 per person

We invite you to participate in the Inaugural Tennis benefit for Trinity UCC Freedom School – all proceeds will benefit the school. To register and for additional information, stop by the Freedom School Tennis table following worship services, or contact Rev. Aaron McLeod, 312-725-9974 or [email protected].

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CHICAGO GOSPEL RUN 5KSaturday, June 21, 2014

8:00 a.m. Step-offJackson Park (63rd and Lake Shore Drive)

JOIN ‘TEAM TRINITY’!Adult registration: $35.00 per adult

Children’s registration (Kids Walk/Run): $10.00 per childRegister online at www.trinitychicago.org

$10 of the adult registration and $3 of the youth registrationgoes directly to the Trinity UCC Freedom School!

Event includes:• Chip-timed race • 5K walk • Participant official race t-shirt • USATF-Certified

The Chicago Gospel Run 5k is based in the community, for the community, and held on the south side of Chicago. The course includes gospel music at the start and finish lines, and on the course, to keep runners/walkers inspired every step of the way! Best of all - For information, stop by the Gospel Run table following worship services or contact Rev. Aaron McLeod, 312-725-9974 or [email protected].

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NEW AKIBA STORE HOURSTuesday - Thursday, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sunday, after each Worship Service

(773) 962 - 5660 • www.akibabookstore.org

Baptism, Baby Dedication, Right Hand of Fellowship, and more available online at http://trinityucc.zenfolio.com!

***LAST DAY FOR FAMILY PORTRAITS!!***Photo orders can be taken in the Akiba or at the Photography table!!

***LAST DAY FOR FAMILY PORTRAITS!!***

Pre-Order Women's WeekEND Sets!

SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, June 8, 2014following the 11:00 a.m. worship service

Book Signing with Prof. Jon Rieder, author of Gospel of Freedom: Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Letter from

Birmingham Jail and the Struggle That Changed a Nation

CD/DVD SETSConference ONLY $25.00/CD $35.00/DVD

Entire WeekEND $50.00/CD $65.00/DVDIncludes Conference Worship Services, Women’s Day Worship Services, Women’s Chorus Concert)



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Endeleo (pronounced en-duh-lay-o) is Swahili for “progress.”

Birthed from Trinity United Church of Christ, The Endeleo Institute is an umbrella organization integrating Health, Education, and Community Development.

The College and Career Readiness Program is an outgrowth of the Trinity Higher Education Corporation (THEC), designed to help students navigate their way TO and THROUGH college.

If you are a parent of a student in grades 3rd through 12th, we want to connect with you!!

Please email your contact information and child’s name to Carole Jacobs, Project Director, [email protected], or call 773-966-1583.

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AnnouncementsNEWS YOU CAN USE: GET COVERED ILLINOIS

Did you miss the Healthcare Enrollment deadline? The 2014 Open Enrollment Period for Healthcare.gov has officially ended as of March 31st. It will re-open November 15, 2014 for coverage beginning in 2015. Medicaid-eligible Illinoisans can enroll in Medicaid at any time. And there are some specific situations that trigger Special Enrollment Periods, listed on the next page, in which you can still enroll for 2014.

What if I haven’t heard anything since March 31st? If healthcare.gov deemed you eligible for Medicaid, the information was supposed to be sent to the state Medicaid department. In some cases, the information did not come through, and in others, there is simply a delay at the Department of Human Services. Individuals in this situation should call DHS at 800-843-6154 and, following the automated prompts, dial (1), then (1), then (4), then (3), then (1) to check if their application is in the state’s system for processing. If not, you can apply for Medicaid directly at www.abe.illinois.gov.

Can I Appeal? If you don’t appear to qualify for a special enrollment period, or if you apply and the Marketplace says you don’t qualify for either coverage or premium tax credits, you can appeal a decision to deny you a special enrollment period.

Situations that allow enrollment after March 31st:1. If you and/or your family are eligible for Medicaid, you can enroll anytime. Medicaid has no deadline for enrollment.

2. Small business owners with at least 2 non-family Full Time Employees can enroll through the SHOP Marketplace at anytime.

3. If, due to recent qualifying life events, you are eligible for a Special Enrollment Period [SEP]. Qualifying events include: change in family size, certain income changes, involuntarily losing other health insurance, moving across state lines, gaining citizenship, leaving incarceration, or these exceptional cases:

• Delayed Medicaid Denials: If you applied during open enrollment, but were found ineligible for Medicaid or All Kids after March 31st.

• System Errors Related to Immigration Status: Errors by the healthcare.gov system may have resulted in an incorrect eligibility result for you based on your immigration status.

• Misrepresentation or Misinformation: If someone assisting you (Navigator, broker or agent) resulted in not enrolling, choosing the wrong plan, or not getting a tax subsidy or cost-sharing reduction.

• Victims of Domestic Abuse: If you are a victim of domestic abuse who was unable to enroll and receive premium tax credits separately from your spouse, you can do so now.

• Exceptional Circumstances: If you faced exceptional circumstances that stopped you from finishing your enrollment on time [i.e. a natural disaster or medical emergency].

If you should qualify for a SEP, call the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596 and state clearly that you believe you qualify for a special enrollment period.


TODAY 5/18400 W. 95th Street

7:30 a.m. Women’s Day Worship Service- SA9:30 a.m. Bible Discovery Hour - WC11:00 a.m. Women’s Day Worship Service – SA2:00 p.m. Confirmation Class - Room 1203:00 p.m. Women’s Chorus Concert - SA6:00 p.m. Women’s Day Worship Service – SA

MONDAY 5/19400 W. 95th Street

CHURCH CLOSED: Malcolm X Birthday

TUESDAY 5/20400 W. 95th Street

6:00 p.m. Boot Camp - ANehemiah Project - 207

6:30 p.m. Membership Clerks - 203Women’s Chorus Rehearsal - SASisterhood - Fellowship HallTangeni Business Meeting – 116Wedding Coordinators - BR

7:00 p.m. Graduating Seniors Rehearsal – AImmabasi: Mental Health Support Group - 102Sanctuary Choir: Steering Committee - 202Singles Community: Planning Meeting - WC

8:15 p.m. Men’s Chorus Rehearsal - SA

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street10:00 a.m. Big Mama’s House: Quilting Class - W3017:00 p.m. Career Development - W305

WEDNESDAY 5/21400 W. 95th Street

11:30 a.m. Prayer Service – WC5:30 p.m. Praise Team Rehearsal - FH7:14 p.m. Wednesday at the Well – SA

THURSDAY 5/22400 W. 95th Street

1:00 p.m. Active Seniors Special Events Committee - 2071:30 p.m. Nutrition & Walking Group Meet – FH6:00 p.m. Piloxing - FH

Christian Martial Arts – ADrill team Rehearsal – A

6:30 p.m. Men’s Fellowship – 2037:00 p.m. Emmaus Road – Chapel

Khayralla Rehearsal - Fellowship HallSanctuary Choir Rehearsal - SA

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street6:30 p.m. Father/Children Rehearsal - W301

FRIDAY 5/23400 W. 95th Street

11:00 a.m. Free-N-One – 20212:30 p.m. Active Seniors and Friends - Atrium7:00 p.m. Drug and Alcohol Recovery Ministry – 203

MCM Dance Rehearsal - Fellowship Hall

TUCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street6:30 p.m. Raising our Village the Love and

Logic Way - W302

SATURDAY 5/24400 W. 95th Street

8:00 a.m. Zumba - A 9:00 a.m. Saturday Bible School: Adults - Chapel

Saturday Bible School: Confirmation Class - FH10:45 a.m. Imani/LWFC Rehearsal - WC11:00 a.m. Math Tutorial – 203

Khayralla Placement Rehearsal – SA12:15 p.m. LWFC/Imani Ya Watume - 11612:30 p.m. Walaika Rehearsal - WC2:00 p.m. Isuthu - 1202:30 p.m. Women’s Guild - 2033:00 p.m. Pre-Marital Counseling: Session II – 202

Ushers General Meeting - FH

HIGHLIGHTS5/18 • Women's Day

5/25 • Pastor Moss' Anniversary

5/31 • Women's Chorus Anniversary Concert

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CHURCH-WIDE EVENTS BLACK AND CHRISTIAN NEW MEMBER Class, Sessions 1 and 2, Saturday, May 31, Registration, 8:00 a.m., Class, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall; Children ages 12 and under, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, Receive Right Hand of Fellowship, Sunday, June 1, 4:45 p.m., Please bring a Bible, Photo will be taken during the Class, RSVP to confirm participation, Membership/Ministry Services, 773-92-5650

BLAINE DENYE LIBRARY Ministry partners invite you to visit our library and explore the volumes on Bible study, African American history and culture, The theme for the month of May is Celebrating Mothers, Joy Comes This Morning, by Norma DeShields Brown; Lessons in Living, by Susan Taylor; Showing Mary, by Rev. Renita Weems; Faith in the Valley, by Iyanla Vanzant; 365 Meditations for Mothers by Mothers, by Sally Sharpe, The library is located on the 2nd floor, Library hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

DIVINE IMAGINATION CALL Join Pastor Moss for his monthly Divine Imagination telephone message, 11:55 a.m., Thursdays, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, and December 11, 2014, Dial 218-844-0860 and enter passcode 206047; press the “#” key

MINISTRY EVENTSEMMAUS ROAD “GRIEF WORK” Ministry, Thursday, May 22, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Wright Chapel, This month’s topic, “Cleaning House,”

Information, Contact Deacon Dr. Herbert Goodman, Jr., 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2320 or email [email protected]

NON-VIOLENT CONFLICT RESOLUTION 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Men and boys self-defense and stress buster class, designed to help boys and men (ages 12 years and up) learn how to defend themselves without become the aggressor, reduce and manage stress, provide an activity that can help them stay mentally and physically fit, and teach them how to unite their mind, body, and spirit to accomplish their academic, professional, and personal goals, Participants will learn the Japanese self-defense art of Aikido, and a combination of Aikido, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong, light exercise, stretching and more, Information, Call Rev. Mark Barclay, 773-962-5650

MARRIED COUPLES MINISTRY invites all couples married 40-plus years to share their gift of wisdom with other married couples, as well as a photo for the 40-plus Wall of Fame, Leave photo in mailroom attention Married Couples Ministry, please provide your contact information with the photo, Information on the topics on the short statement, email [email protected] or call 773-966-1500 Mailbox 2343

COMMUNITY EVENTSAFRICAN LIBERATION DAY 2014 “Pan-Africanism: We Must Dare to Invent the Future!” Friday, May 23, International Symposium, 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Chicago State University, 9501 S. King Dr., Student Union, Focus is on movements in Africa, Palestine, Venezuela, Cuba; Saturday, May 24, Unity March and Rally, 12:00 p.m. –


6:00 p.m., Winnie Mandela High School, 7847 S. Jeffery, Music, poetry, solidarity statements, vendors, all-day children’s activities, Free, Wear white as a symbol of unity, Information, Call the All-African People’s Revolutionary Party, 773-208-6602 or visit www.africanliberationday.net

ARE YOU PREPARING TO TAKE one of the national standardized exams for admission to professional or graduate school? The Chicago Area Health and Medical Careers Program has a Professional Graduate Test Prep program to help you achieve marketable and competitive test scores for professional/graduate school admission, Courses for MCAT, DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, PCAT, OAT are available, Information and qualifications, Call Etta Davis, 312-567-5915

BIG HAT 2014 Guard Your Heart, Presented by R.W.O.C., Saturday, June 7, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Georgios Conference Center, 8800 W. 159th

St., Orland Pk., IL, Tickets and information, Call 612-888-7962, visit rwocbighat2014.eventbrite.com, or email [email protected]

CITY-WIDE JOB FAIR hosted by the Chicago Urban League’s Workforce Development, Wednesday, June 18, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., UIC Forum 725 W. Roosevelt Rd., Information, Contact Karen Coleman, 773-451-3579 or Rai Barney, 773-451-3555

MAY IS LUPUS AWARENESS MONTH The Lupus Foundation of Illinois has a new name – Lupus Society of Illinois (LSI), for 40 years, LSI has served individuals and families in Illinois, their renewed mission is to promote lupus awareness and complement the work of health care professionals by providing personalized resources for the lupus community, while

Eventssupporting research, For information and to register, visit www.lupusil.org or call 312-542-0002

PHILLIP G. FREEMAN Scholarship Musical, Today, Sunday, May 18, 3:30 p.m., Trinity UCC-Gary, 1276 W. 20th Ave., Gary, IN, Featuring Trinity UCC-Gary Mass Choir, Pastor David Blakely and the Faith Temple C.O.G.I.C Choir, Rev. Angela Walton, Edith Christmas, Information, Call 219-944-0500

TEACHERS…Our Everyday Heroes, Saturday, May 31, Registration, 8:30 a.m., Broadcast, 10:00 a.m., Rainbow PUSH Coalition, 930 E. 50th

St., Tributes, door prizes, Information, Call 773-256-2761 or 773-256-2762

Akiba Sales(773) 966 - 1504MON - THURS:4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.CLOSED FRIDAYSSATURDAY9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.SUNDAYAfter each Service

Amani Trinity United Commu-nity Health Corporation(773) 966 - 1506MON - FRI:9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Blaine DeNye Library(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2205MON - TUES - THURS:6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.SATURDAY10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Can-Cer-Vive Helpline(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2308

Career Development Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox [email protected]

Trinity Higher Education Corporation(773) 966 - 1508TUES & THURS:11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.FRIDAY10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.SATURDAY9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.SUNDAYS & MONDAYSCLOSED

Counseling Ministry(773) 966-1500, Mailbox 2315

Credit Union(773) 966 - 1505(773) 723 - 8382 (fax)TUES & THURS:6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.SATURDAY9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.SUNDAYAfter 7:30 & 11:00 a.m. Services

Domestic Violence Ministry ConfidentialHelpline(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2317

Drug & Alcohol Recovery MinistryTough Love / Free “N” One(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2319

Endowment Committee/Planters Society773-966-1500, Mailbox [email protected]

Financial CounselingConsortium(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2378

Healing Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2325

HIV/AIDS SupportMinistry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2327

Housing Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2329

Immabasi Health &Wellness Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2332

Immabasi Support Groups:(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2375Diabetes(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2374Family Caregivers(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2376Lupus Support Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2342

Kujichagulia SpecialCitizens SupportMinistry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2344

Math Tutorial(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2338

Prison Ministry(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2354

Trinity CommunityDevelopment Corp.(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2377MON - THURS:9:00 a.m. - 2:00 [email protected]

Trinity Computer Learning Center(773) 966 - 1500, Mailbox 2333

Synergy Counseling Center1947 West 95th Street773-966-1592


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2014 Trinity UCC Theme“Loving God, Living Green, Liberating All”

LOVING GODJanuary • Deuteronomy 6:5 (NIV)Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.

February • Psalm 119:105-106 (NIV)Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. I have taken an oath and confirmed it, that I will follow your righteous laws.

March • John 15:10 (NIV)If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.

April • Romans 14:19 (NIV)Let us therefore make every effort to dowhat leads to peace and to mutualedification.

LIVING GREENMay • Psalm 24:1 (NIV)The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it, theworld, and all who live in it.

June • Genesis 1:29-30 (NIV)Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. And to all the beasts of the earth and all the birds in the sky and all the creatures that move along the ground—everything that has the breath of life in it—I give every green plant for food.” And it was so.

July • Job 38:4-7 (NIV)Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundations? Tell me if you understand. Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know! Who stretched a measuring line across it? On what were its footings set or who laid its cornerstone while the morning stars sang together for joy!

August • Deuteronomy 24:19 (NIV)When you are harvesting in your field and you overlook a sheaf, do not go back to get it. Leave it for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands.

LIBERATING ALLSeptember • Galatians 5:1 (NIV)It is for freedom that Christ set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.

October • Galatians 5:13 (NIV)You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in Love.

November • Galatians 3:28 (NIV)There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

December • Luke 4:18-19 (NIV) The spirit of the Lord is on me, because he anointed me to preach good news to the poor, he has sent me to proclaim freedom for the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the favorable year of the Lord.


TRINITY UCC WOMEN’S CHORUS30TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

Ron Anderson, Director

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for,The evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 (KJV)

Saturday, May 31, 20145:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Pastor Emeritus

400 West 95th Street • Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120Telephone (773) 962-5650 • www.trinitychicago.org

Lifting Up Christ, Engaging the Community, and Celebrating our Culture

Guest Preachers7:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.Rev. Sheleta Fomby Rev. Courtney Clayton JenkinsReid Temple AME Church Pastor and TeacherGlenn Dale, Maryland Euclid Avenue Congregational Church

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