Community Connections - May 26th
Upcoming Events:
May 29 - New Women’s Bible Study Begins - "Kingdom Politics"
June 9 - Trussville Men’s Breakfast-7 am in the Fellowship Hall
June 10-14 - Community VBS “Start the Party!” 6:00-8:30pm
@Clearbranch Methodist (Rising 4k-6th grade)
June 16 - Birmingham Community Band Concert at 3 pm in the CLC
June 20 - Community Food Bank-Offsite-Contact Charlene Sharp
June 21 - Naomi Girl’s Lunch-11:30 at Costa’s Mediterranean Cafe-Contact Linda Shaddix
*Note - The Church office will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.
“Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they ever made a difference in the world. A veteran doesn’t have that problem.”
- Ronald Reagan
- We have “Lost and Found” in the church office. There are several jackets that have been turned in and a box of small items, including assorted jewelry. Some of the items have been here for some time. If you are missing something, please check with the church office.
- You’re Invited! Come join us on Sunday, June 2 at 11 am as we kick off our new 11 am Traditional Worship Southern Gospel Service in the Sanctuary. Look for more information coming by email and in June’s Neighborhood Watch newsletter.
- The Women’s Ministry is sponsoring a Mother-Daughter-Mentor English Tea Party on Sunday, August 18 from 2:30 to 4:30pm in the CLC. Join us for a cozy cuppa tea, delicate savories, sweets, and pastries. Our best china and teapots will grace our beautiful tables – each uniquely decorated. Hats and fascinators welcome, but optional! The cost per person is $15. In addition, donations are encouraged for Embrace - our 2024 mission project that supports foster children (you can drop off your donation to the church office). The event is open to high school girls and ladies of all ages. Seating is limited. Go to https://trussvillefirst.com/women-signup to register.
- Little Jesus Adventures. We are on a mission to share Jesus with as many people as possible and we need your help! Pick up several Little Jesus figures from the church office, then go to the Facebook page called LITTLE JESUS ADVENTURES so you can like, follow, & invite your friends to the page. Be sure to pray over your Little Jesus before giving Him to someone you don't know and let them know you hope their day is blessed. Finally, take a picture of your Little Jesus when you place him somewhere or give him to someone and share it on the Little Jesus Adventures Facebook page. Thank you for joining us on this mission to share a Little Jesus with everyone we meet because change starts with us!
- New Women's Bible Study: “Kingdom Politics - Government from God's Perspective" by Tony Evans.
In an increasingly polarized political climate, how can Christians participate in civil government in a way that brings honor to God? This will NOT be a Democrat vs Republican debate, but a Me and God reflection. If you are interested in learning about government from God's perspective, please join us for this six-session study. Starting May 29th at 9 am.
To ask questions, or to sign up, please contact:
Barber Clark at barberclark905@gmail.com
Mary Lou Muir at luluomt@yahoo.com
Liz Burton at lburton0812@gmail.com
- On Sunday, June 16 (Father’s Day), The Birmingham Community Band will perform in our Christian Life Center at 3:00 pm. It will be a traditional concert with lots of Americana. Be sure to bring your dad, granddad, mentor or just invite a few friends and come join us for an afternoon of great music!
- Join us June 10-14 from 6-8:30pm at Clearbranch for Community VBS as we Start the Party!!! People who follow Jesus have a LOT to celebrate, and everyone’s invited! This party is for rising 4K -6th grade kids, with lessons, music, games, and crafts for everyone! Community VBS is hosted by Clay Fellowship, Clearbranch, Springville Methodist, and First Methodist of Trussville. Mark your calendars now – registration is open!
— Children's VBS Registration
— Volunteer Registration
- Please be sure to fill out the Information Update form, if you have not already done so. This is the information that will be used for the new directory. These are in the Transept, Welcome Center, and by the Front Door. You can also fill it out here.
- If you are 89 years or above, please make sure that the church office has your correct birthday and year. Some of our records do not have the year of birth. Thank you.
- A big thank you to all those who contributed toward the Women’s Ministry Embrace Basket project! Thanks to your generous donations we were able to add $137 per basket in gift cards.
- The Naomi Girls are continuing to ask for your help with our annual service project – support for our local Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge here in Birmingham. Through the month of April, $765 in donations have been given directly to the Birmingham Hope Lodge. Our Birmingham Hope Lodge provides a caring and supportive lodging place for those who are undergoing cancer treatment from out of town-40 miles or more. Since there are a number of Hope Lodges across the country, please make your checks payable to the American Cancer Society with “restricted to Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge/Naomi Girls Project” on the memo line, so that your name will show up on the donor list. All checks should be mailed to: Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge, Attention: Tonya Zapata, 1104 Ireland Way, Birmingham, AL 35205. Envelopes (with this information inside) are available in the Transept and Welcome Center. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
- The Trussville Methodist Men will conduct their next monthly meeting on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Breakfast will be served at 7:00 am in the Fellowship Hall, followed by the meeting. Our special guest speaker is Joy Tyner, Principal of Cahaba Elementary School. Notify Allen Hatcher by phone or text at (205) 773-9591 if you will be attending the meeting.
- The Mission Team volunteers this month at the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama from 9:00 to 11:30 am on June 20, 2024. We welcome ALL who wish to help! If you would like to join the team, please call Charlene Sharp at 205-835-2691 or email at csharp@bellsouth.net to register.
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- If you have a specific prayer that you wish to go directly to Pastors Steve & Shan, please email them at prayers @trussvillefirst.com You will still need to contact the office to be added to the published prayer list.
- Please don’t forget to bring food items for our Blessing Box.
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal Schedule:
May 29 - Church Provided | Red Potato Bar w/Chicken | Community Food Bank
June 5 - Church Provided | Chicken Alfredo | Gardens Improvement
June 12 - Church Provided | Burger w/Onion Gravy | Gardens Improvement
June 19 - Fundraiser | Chicken Pot Pie | Celebrate Recovery
June 26 - Church Provided | Lasagna | Gardens Improvement
July 3 - Church Provided | Burgers and Hot Dogs | Gardens Improvement
Sign up for a fundraiser dinner for your group - dates are available!
Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm in the Christian Life Center
Donations for the meals are requested and gratefully accepted!
Full Schedule and Monthly Project Information
