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It is with great joy that Trinity Episcopal Church announces a new music series designed to make the highest caliber and variety of music available and accessible to all in the greater Parkersburg community.  Beginning in September [September 26 to be exact] Trinity Church will start the inaugural season of the St. Cecilia Music Series.  This series will consist of 4 to 8 offerings each year, and the goals will be to offer great music of varied styles.

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Steven Curtis Chapman webpage.  He is giving a concert December 10th in Charleston.

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Last updated 10/06/05 08:59 AM 

special edition

Sunday, December 5, 1999 will be the annual Parish Meeting following the 10:30 a.m. service. The approach of the Annual Meeting means several things. It means that four people who have served the parish faithfully for the past three years will be rotating off the Vestry, and new Vestry members and Trustees will be elected. The four people leaving the Vestry are Shirley Lawrence-Berrey, Beth West, Bill Mildren, Jr. and Diane Hensley (partial term). We thank them for their dedication and hard work.

The Vestry of a parish is charged with oversight of the "temporal affairs of the church." It is the Vestry that is the legal "decision maker" with respect to the operation (conducting of business) of the parish. [In West Virginia this responsibility is shared with the Trustees (who act at the direction of the Vestry).] The Rector (and other clergy if there are any), Program Staff and Vestry are responsible for seeking out the vision of the parish and the companion mission which moves us toward the realization of that vision. As such, the Vestry must ground itself in Scripture, prayer and a commitment to servant leadership (the type of leadership embodied by Jesus Christ). Pray for all the nominees and choose as the Holy Spirit guides you.

Also at the Parish Annual Meeting we will elect Diocesan Delegates and Alternates, and a Trustee. They, along with the clergy, represent Trinity at meetings of the deanery and diocese. Please see inside for the list of all nominees.

 

Paula Sellers: Having lived from infancy in the Ohio Valley, Paula was educated in area schools including Marietta College and WVU-P. She is Logistics Manager for Huntsman Chemical in Belpre. She has been a part of the Trinity Community since 1996, and serves on the Altar Guild. She and husband Roger reside in Belpre, and are proud new grandparents.

Forbes Hiehle: Forbes is a Parkersburg dentist who has been a member of Trinity Church since early childhood. Following graduation from dental school he served as a dental officer in the Navy before returning to Parkersburg in 1968 to enter into private practice. Since then he has been active at Trinity and has been a vestry member on two prior terms.

Scott Ramsey: Hello, I am Dennis M. Ramsey, but please call me Scott. (There is an interesting story behind my nickname, just ask if you would like to know.) I am a lifelong Episcopalian and was an active member of Trinity Church, Arlington, VA before moving to Parkersburg with my wife Liz in February of 1998. I began attending Trinity at that time and I feel very comfortable in my new parish home. I represent Trinity on the Habitat for Humanity Episcopal House Sponsorship Committee. I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from West Virginia University in 1995 and I am employed by Westbrook Health Services as a Case Manager for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.

Betsy Curry: Betsy is a Registered Nurse who is now a stay-at–home Mom with three boys: Nicholas, Clint and Sean. Betsy and husband Craig have been attending Trinity for the past 10 or 11 years. Betsy is a lifelong Episcopalian who grew up mostly in Virginia. At Trinity, Betsy serves on the Altar Guild, Worship Committee, as Secretary of the ECW and is editor of the Trinity Times.

Carol Adams Married to Doug and mother of two children, she is a past President, a past Treasurer and a past Secretary of ECW. Presently she is a shopper for the Food Closet. She chairs the Shepherding ministry and co-chairs St. Anne’s Guild while delivering meals for Trinity. Carol served as a delegate to Convention last year.

Hamp FitcherLifelong member of Trinity, with the exception of four years tour of active duty in the US Navy. Was a member of Trinity’s Boy’s Choir and has served Trinity as a vestry member, Junior Warden, Keyman, Convention Delegate, Chalice Bearer, Lay Reader, and chairs the Columbarium Committee. He has served the diocese as a member of the Order of Jerusalem, as chairman of the Friends of Peterkin, and the Peterkin Advisory Committee. Hamp is retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital as an electrician, was the Superintendent of the Floodwall Board of the City of Parkersburg, and will soon retire from the IBEW. He is married to Susie, and has four children and seven grandchildren.

Susie Fitcher Has been a member of Trinity for 21 years, when she married Hamp. She has had an active life at Trinity, having served on the Vestry, as a Convention Delegate, as V.P. then President of the ECW, has worked on the Book Sale, is a Chalice Bearer, Lay Reader, and served the diocese in the Order of Jerusalem. Having served on the Altar Guild for many years, she is now Directress. Susie has worked in the insurance and business side of the medical field. She is a step-mother to Hamp’s three children and mother to their adopted son and has seven grandchildren.

Eric Lawson — Eric and wife Sandi have lived in the Parkersburg area for the last three years, where Eric has served as Chief Financial Officer of St. Joseph’s Hospital. Eric has served on the Vestry since 1998 and is the Chairman of the Evangelism Committee. Eric and Sandi have two boys: Andy and Max.

Carol Olson Presently Senior Warden and having served on the Vestry, Carol’s heart is an outreach heart. She has worked tirelessly as a part of Trinity’s outreach ministry and co-chaired the pioneering (should we say “groundbreaking) “Women Raise the Roof” Habitat project. Carol has served the diocese as a member of the Commission on Ministry, and is a leader in Diabetes Education.

Betty Rodda : Betty is a "cradle" Episcopalian who transferred to Trinity from St. Matthew’s, Charleston in 1965. She has served on the Vestry and been Sr. Warden. She has served several terms as Treasurer and been President of ECW and St. Anne’s Guild, and President of the Ohio Valley Deanery. She currently chairs the Food Closet ministry . Having served on the boards of several community organizations, Betty is a retired Trust Officer of a local bank and a graduate of WVU.

James Wright: Active at Trinity for the past five years. James has served with the Prayer Chain and was elected to Vestry last year. He is a graduate of Ohio University with degrees in History, and is a teacher in the Wood County School System. Married to Julie, they are the proud parents of Nicholas.

Doug Adams — Doug has previously served on the Vestry, as Sr. Warden and Treasurer and was a delegate to last year’s Convention. His diocesan ministry has also included serving for a time on the Diocesan Commission on Ministry. Doug is currently serving on the Standing Committee of the Diocese. Doug has served two terms as Trustee and is currently chair. He also chairs the Finance Committee.

John Ralsten (Senior) — Is a semi-retired physician, married to Carol and father of five grown children. He has been a member of Trinity since 1972 and has served on the Vestry.

"Trinity Church: In My Life, In My Heart, In My Dreams"

Many thanks go out to Dan Ruley, James Wright, and Bill Bailey who were our speakers in our “Trinity Church….” series. Beth West was unable to be with us but her presence was felt as her father, Billy Bailey, spoke in the last Sunday of our series. Many thanks to all who contributed and all who attended !!

Crusade Committee — Help Wanted:

The Crusade Committee is looking for an Office Manager who will run the crusade office located on Market Street for four months, January thru April, 2000. This is a paid position that will require about forty hours per week and occasional evening overtime and possibly some time on Saturday near the crusade dates of April 6-9. This person needs to be proficient with Word Perfect and knowledge of File Pro and Quick Books is desirable. The responsibilities will include managing the crusade office, providing secretarial services, supervising any paid or volunteer secretarial staff, supervising and recruiting volunteers for specific tasks such as bulk mailing and maintaining a file system. Most of all we are looking for a person who will see this as an opportunity for ministry rather than just a job. If you are interested and would like more information, contact John Doughty, Vice-Chair Administration, at the Crusade number 304-485-8100.

November 28 Advent I Blessing of the Pledge Cards
December 1 Quiet Morning Fr. Scott Holcombe leads this ECW sponsored event.
3 Tree Lighting Downtown Christmas Tree lighting at Government Square.
4 Supper Club Hosted by Joan & Dick Mason all are welcome. Just let ‘em know you are coming.
5 Advent II Parish Annual Meeting at noon. St. Cecilia Concert with Neale and Edison School Choirs at 4:00 pm Advent Lesson & Carols with Trinity, Good Shepherd, and St. Luke’s at St. Luke’s, Marietta at 7:00 pm
8 Advent Dinner Sign up now for the catered dinner and evening’s entertainment by PSHS Chamber Ensemble and PC Elementary Choirs 
12 St. Anne’s Brunch Following the 10:30 service
19 Greening the Church Following the 10:30 service
24 Eucharist & Pageant 5:00 pm (details to follow)
Eucharist with Choir and Stringa 10:00 pm prelude
Midnight Service 10:30 pm service begins
25 Christmas Eucharist 10:00 am
26 Christmas I Service 10:00 am (only one service today)
31 Mass of the Millennium 11:59 pm (Want to be a part, call Fr. Hunter)

 Science Fair Awards:

On Tuesday Nov. 16th, Madison Elementary School gave out awards for the Annual Science Fair . Nicholas Curry won Second Place in the Physical Science Category and Andy Lawson won First Place in the same Category. Congratulations Andy and Nicholas !!!

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