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Sunday Worship

Sometimes we just need a little hope to see us through. Maybe it’s the announcement that there’s going to be a new baby in the family. It could be a new opportunity that we didn’t plan or expect. Or perhaps it’s a piece of good news on a really hard day. Then there’s the confidence boost we feel when someone makes us feel valued and loved. The good news of Emmanuel, God with us brings all these possibilities and more to life. Join us this Advent season and let the thrill of hope fill your hearts.

Worship with us in-person or worship with us online anytime.

It’s the Most Wonderfully Generous Time…

If you’d like to make a year-end gift that helps Trinity finish 2024 strong, there’s still time! Go to https://trinitygnv.org/generosity to make your gift any time before the ball drops on New Year’s Eve. Still need to make your pledge for 2025? You can use the same link as above. See below for a special giving opportunity that may benefit both you and the church!

Thank you for the many ways you bless the ministries of Trinity and our missional partners in the community with your generosity throughout the year!

Got Stock?

Have you seen an appreciation in your portfolio this year? Did you know that a gift of stocks or other securities can not only bless the church as we approach the end of the year, but also provide a tax benefit to the donor? In many cases, you will receive a charitable deduction for the fair market value of the asset on the date it is transferred into the church’s name while avoiding capital gains tax on the appreciation of the asset. It’s a win-win! To find out more, contact Trinity’s Director of Administration and Finance, Stephanie Dyal (sdyal@trinitygnv.org or 352-376-6615).

Read Your Bible…Join the Challenge

We’re inviting the whole congregation to join the challenge of reading a passage of Scripture every day from Monday, September 16th to Christmas Eve, a total of 100 days. Each day's reading is less than five minutes and is suitable for all ages. Do it together with others as a family or small group. After each day's reading, ponder these questions:

1. What caught your attention? 2. What surprised you? 3. Where do you hear God speaking to you?

Let us know that you're joining the challenge! Please see the reading plan here!

Count Me In!

Missions

This week’s Mission Focus is on Gainesville Community Ministry. For over 40 years, Gainesville Community Ministry (GCM) has provided emergency help and hope to families and individuals who are in crisis and lack the basic necessities of life. They provide practical assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and recipients of public assistance, as well as the "working poor" who are vulnerable to economic crises and have fallen between the cracks of other programs. GCM works hard to give a hand-up not a hand-out.

Give to the Mission Focus

The December blue bin will benefit Family Promise.

They are in need of diapers, sizes 3-5 and 3t-4t pull-ups.

You can place these in the blue bins in the Narthex or Education Building Lobby.

The Longest Night | Saturday, December 21st, 7:00 PM, Chapel

The Longest Night: A Journey Toward the Light - Join us for a service that moves from darkness to light. The Longest Night is a service of scripture, stories, special music, silent reflection, and healing prayer. It's a time to recognize that Christmas can be a bittersweet time of the year. So on the longest night, we invite you to experience a meditative worship service that makes time for remembering, sharing our hurting places with God, and preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ.

Christmas Eve Services | Tuesday, December 24th

Traditional Worship | 3:00 PM* | Trinity’s Chapel

Modern Worship | 5:00 PM | Trinity’s Worship Center

Traditional Worship | 7:30 PM | Trinity’s Worship Center

Traditional Worship | 10:00 PM* | Trinity’s Chapel

*There will be no live stream for the 3:00 PM service. There will not be any childcare or live stream for the 10:00 PM service.

Christmas Eve Offering

This year's Christmas Eve offering will benefit Aces in Motion (AIM), a program that helps develop and support adolescents in under-resourced communities and schools in Alachua County. AIM primarily serves 60 middle and high school students and is focused on nurturing the whole young person through character development, academic achievement, and healthy lifestyles.

Many of these students will be the first in their families to attend college, while others are working diligently to prepare for future career opportunities. To help foster these goals, this year's offering will provide financial support for academic incentives, resources that equip students for thriving, and exposure trips to colleges and career-related opportunities. Your gift helps AIM inspire students to dream bigger and AIM higher! Go here to make your Christmas offering for AIM and thank you for your generosity!

Give to the Christmas Eve Offering

Children & Family Ministries

CHEERS - New Wednesday afternoon afterschool program! Elementary children will enjoy a rotation of activities, including an opening devotional, music, recreation, cooking, crafts, and more. Preschool children will enjoy Bible stories, crafts, playground time, and more. Pickup from Talbot available. The session begins on Jan 15 and ends on May 7, and runs from 3:00-5:00 PM. Cost is $25 per child for the session (additional cost for pickup from Talbot on early release days). Learn more and register: https://trinitygnv.org/children.

Crosstrainers is an action-packed afterschool program for children in K-5th Grade! Sign up for Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 2:00-5:00 PM (cost varies depending on option). Pickup from Talbot available. Learn more and register: https://trinitygnv.org/children.

Sports & Recreation

The Upward Sports Soccer program at Trinity is beginning soon and is for children ages 3 years old through 8th grade. The program teaches soccer skills and values like teamwork, kindness, and competition. Practice nights are Mondays and Tuesdays. Each participant will practice on one of those nights each week for one hour. Games for everyone will take place on Thursday evenings. For more details or to register your child, go to https://trinitygnv.org/sports.

2025 Spring Kickoff

Join us for the 2025 Spring Kickoff on Sunday, January 12th! Between worship services, explore the exciting lineup of adult Spring classes. Meet class facilitators, ask questions, and register for courses that will inspire growth, connection, and learning. Whether you're seeking to deepen your faith, build relationships, or develop new skills, there’s a class for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to jump-start your spring with purpose and community. We can’t wait to see you there! For a preview of classes, please visit https://trinitygnv.org/classes.

Free Spaghetti Dinner& Family Game Night

Join us for a fun-filled evening at our Free Spaghetti Dinner and Trinity Family Game Night on Wednesday, January 15th! The serving line opens at 5 PM, so come early for a delicious meal, followed by exciting rounds of Bingo with fantastic prizes starting at 6 PM. This event is perfect for all ages, but childcare will be available if needed. Whether you're looking for a great family outing or a chance to connect with friends, we've got you covered. Plus, don’t miss the opportunity to sign up for our Spring 2025 classes. We can't wait to see you there! Please reserve your free meal by Monday, January 13th below.

Register

Faith Mission

Trinity’s 1st Annual Pickleball Tournament Benefitting Faith Mission will be held at Trinity’s NW campus on January 17-19, 2025. Event proceeds will support the operations of Faith Mission (a campus and ministry of Trinity) and their collaborative efforts with various partner organizations. To register for the tournament, go here. To become a sponsor of the event, go here.

We’re Hiring

We are are hiring for a Stepping Stones Preschool Infant Room Assistant Teacher.

If you are interested in joining the Trinity team, please go to https://trinitygnv.org/careers to apply.