Trinity United Church of Christ Bulletin

CHURCH INFORMATION
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Rochelle Michael, Dir. Ministry and
Pastoral Services
execuTive LeAdeRShiP
Deacon Wilfred Bentley,
Exec. Dir. Operations
OFFice OF The SR. PASTOR

Melody Morgan,
Exec. Asst. to the Pastor
Rev. Mark Barclay, Assoc. Pastor
Daryle Brown,
Exec. Dir. of Multi-Media Comm.
Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst.
Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn,

Exec. Min. of Community
Engagement and Transformation
Rev. Aaron McLeod,

Exec. Dir. of Special Projects
Rev. Carmin Frederick, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Michael D. Jacobs, Assoc. Pastor
Rev. Neichelle Guidry Jones, Assoc. Pastor
Ebony Only,
Exec. Dir. of Human Resources
Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor

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

Exec. Minister of Stewardship
Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor
Deacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS

Min. Jasmin Taylor, Digi Pastor
Sunday Worship Services

7:14 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.
(Praise Service begins
15 minutes prior)
Youth church
7:14 a.m., 10:45 a.m.
Bible discovery hour
9:45 a.m.
church hours
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday through Friday
11:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
Sundays 6:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst.
PROGRAM STAFF
Bryan Johnson, Dir. Sacred Music Dr. Julia Speller, Dir. Christian Ed.
Rev. Dr. Linda Thomas, Theologian-in-Residence
Weekly Praise/Prayer Service

11:30 a.m. - Prayer Service
6:00 p.m. - Prayer Service
7:14 p.m. - Wednesday @ The Well
Saturday church School
9:00 a.m.
cFABS Bible Study
773-966-1507
For current schedule,
Visit www.trinitychicago.org
400 West 95th Street

Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120
Telephone (773) 962-5650
www.trinitychicago.org
Live Sunday Webcasts

7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.
www.trinitychicago.org
Television Broadcast
Sundays, 1:30 p.m.
(WJYS, Check local listings)
Prayer Line: 866-962-5650
Radio Broadcast
Sundays, 6:00 p.m.
WVON 1690 AM
@TrinityChicago
There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served.
1 Corinthians 12:5 (TEV)
Order of Worship (7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m.) ...............................................................................2
Hymn of Praise "We've Come This Far By Faith" .............................................................................................3
Unison Scriptures ............................................................................................................................................3
Black Lives Matter Call to Action .....................................................................................................................4
Sermon Notes/Prayer Concerns ......................................................................................................................5
Letter from a Guest .........................................................................................................................................6
Party with a Purpose .......................................................................................................................................7
Hurston-Hughes 1st Poetry Slam/Scholarship Sunday ....................................................................................8
Green Page/Artists In Residence .....................................................................................................................9
Library Open House/Male Health Forum/Experiencing God Class................................................................10
Freedom School Summer Enrollment...........................................................................................................11
Women's Conference Committee News ........................................................................................................12
Women's Conference 2015 ...........................................................................................................................13
Akiba..............................................................................................................................................................14
Faith in Place/Women's Night Out ................................................................................................................15
Freedom School Gospel Run .........................................................................................................................16
Endeleo..........................................................................................................................................................17
Calendar ........................................................................................................................................................18
Events ............................................................................................................................................................19
Service & Support Groups .............................................................................................................................20
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 Daryle Brown, Executive
Director of Multi-Media Communications, at 773-966-1544.
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!
April 12, 2015
2015 Trinity United Church of Christ. All Rights Reserved. Any unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.
TABLe oF ConTenTS
Table of Contents
Order of Worship - 7:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Opening Song (7:30 a.m.) .....................................................................................Come Thou Almighty King
Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) ................................................. Im Gonna Sing Til the Spirit Moves In My Heart
Opening Song (11:00 a.m.) .....................................................................................................Send Up Judah
Hymn of Praise .............................................................................................. Weve Come This Far By Faith
Unison Scriptures ................................................................................. John 20:24-29 (NIV and The Message)
PLeASe ReMAin STAnDinG FoR The ReADinG oF The WoRD
Invocation
Parish Concerns
Visitor Recognition/Passing of the Peace
The Pastors Word
The Service of Giving
Offertory Sentences
Tithes/Offerings/Imani Village
Altar Call (7:30 a.m.) .......................................................................................................... Supply My Needs
Altar Call (11:0 a.m.) ......................................................................................................... Why Did He Do It?
Sermon ................................................................................ Doubting My Doubts, Pt. 2: Resurrection Blues
Hymn of Invitation
Benediction
Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.

Opening Song .................................................................................................................. Celebrate The King
Ministry of Music................................................................................................................. Jesus, I Love You
Sermon ................................................................................ Doubting My Doubts, Pt. 2: Resurrection Blues
Hymn of Invitation
The Service of Giving
Offertory Sentences
Tithes 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
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Hymn of Praise
Unison Scriptures
We've Come This Far By Faith
John 20:24-29 (niV)
Refrain:
Now Thomas (also known as

Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not
with the disciples when Jesus came.
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So the other disciples told him, We
have seen the Lord!
Refrain:
Verse 1:
Dont be discouraged when troubles in

Your life, Hell bear your burdens and move
All misery and strive. Thats why weve
Come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord;
Trusting in His holy word, Hes never failed
Me yet. Oh cant turn around, weve come
this far by faith.
Refrain:
Verse 2
Just the other day I heard someone say

He didnt believe in Gods word; But I can
Truly say that God has made a way, and
Hes never failed me yet. Thats why weve
Come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord;
Trusting in His holy word, Hes never failed
Me yet. Oh cant turn around, weve come
this far by faith.
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But he said to them, Unless I see

the nail marks in his hands and put
my finger where the nails were, and
put my hand into his side, I will not
believe.
A week later his disciples were in
the house again, and Thomas was
with them. Though the doors were
locked, Jesus came and stood among
them and said, Peace be with you!
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Then he said to Thomas, Put your
finger here; see my hands. Reach out
your hand and put it into my side. Stop
doubting and believe.
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Thomas said to him, My Lord and

my God!
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Then Jesus told him, Because you

have seen me, you have believed;
blessed are those who have not seen
and yet have believed.
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hyMn oF PRAiSe/UniSon SCRiPTUReS
Weve come this far by faith,

Leaning on the Lord;
Trusting in His holy word,
Hes never failed me yet.
Oh cant turn around,
Weve come this far by faith.
Unison Scriptures
Announcements
John 20:24-29 (MSG)

But Thomas, sometimes called the
Twin, one of the Twelve, was not with
them when Jesus came. The other
disciples told him, We saw the Master.
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But he said, Unless I see the nail holes

in his hands, put my finger in the nail
holes, and stick my hand in his side, I
wont believe it.
Eight days later, his disciples were
again in the room. This time Thomas
was with them. Jesus came through the
locked doors, stood among them, and
said, Peace to you.
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Black Lives Matter

An Interfaith Call to Action
Sunday April 12, 2015
2:30 pm
Fourth Presbyterian Church
126 East Chestnut

(at North Michigan Avenue)
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Then he focused his attention on

Thomas. Take your finger and examine
my hands. Take your hand and stick it in
my side. Dont be unbelieving. Believe.
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III
Thomas said, My Master! My God!
Interfaith Congregations
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Jesus said, So, you believe because

youve seen with your own eyes. Even
better blessings are in store for those
who believe without seeing.
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April 12, 2015
Sermon by
Senior Pastor of
Trinity United Church of Christ
Chicago Sinai Congregation

Fourth Presbyterian Church
Iglesia Nuestra Senora de las Americas
LaSalle Street Church
St. Chrysostoms Episcopal Church
St. James Cathedral
Prayer Concerns
AnnoUnCeMenTS
Sermon Notes
April 12, 2015
Announcements
Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr., the Neal F. and Ila A. Fisher Professor of Systematic Theology at Garrett
Evangelical Seminary in Evanston, IL, worshipped at Trinity UCC on Easter Sunday. He wrote
this wonderful letter, sharing his thoughts about his worship experience here at Trinity UCC,
the greatest church this side of the River Jordan!
I Saw Him Today
Today in worship, something happened. It was a moment like none I've had before. Today, I
saw Him. These words I know sound odd coming from the lips of one who has been in ministry
for thirty years, teaching theology for sixteen, and pastored for thirteen or fourteen years,
depending on how I count. They sound odd for me to hear in my own voice. For I have known
Him most of my life. I know His voice, and can feel His presence with me in the highways and
byways of life, at table and at bedside. But, today. Today.
In my own work as a theologian I have studied and written about symbol and action, and in my
hermeneutics classes been part of discussions about liturgy as symbolic action understood to be
making present the divine in worship in ways that could be experienced as "real" by worshippers.
Taking Barbara A. Holmes language, symbolic language and action open a portal through which
we might be drawn into the very life of God. While I have certainly had many experiences in
worship in which the Spirit has done mighty work, it was always an experience of my heart, my
mind and my spirit. But, today. Today.
The worship arts ministry at Trinity UCC engaged in a wonderful re-creation of the moment the
women came to the tomb and were met by the Angel. Through their movement in dance, their
passion and strength we were brought to that moment of fear and wonder. The mass choir
was singing a version of "He Is Alive." Through their ministry an unexpected portal was opened.
Through the song and the dance I was caught up in the divine drama of Easter. And then from
the corner of my eye I caught sight of something fluttering. The purple flags were waving in
what I took to be another movement in the liturgical dance. But, then I saw His outstretched
hands and gazed upon His face. My eyes filled with tears and my heart was so full it felt about to
explode. The strength gone from my legs, I sat and wept for a bit, and then joined the church in
singing praises. Today, I experienced liturgy in worship as I rarely have. Today, through it, I saw
Him. I will carry that moment and give thanks for it throughout all my days.
Professor Stephen Ray
April 12, 2015
Announcements
Party With A Purpose
We didnt stop therethe Party Is Still Going!

Trinity members have been helping us help our
new Trinity UCC family by:
Teaching breast cancer awareness via the Metropolitan Breast Cancer Awareness Task
Force
Hosting Family Game Night
Providing Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings for families with children
Donating 17 large bags of new toys, gifts for the parents, and around $2,000 in gift
cards for Christmas
Sponsored a viewing of the movie Selma
Donated living room furniture, dining room furniture, new baby cribs with mattresses,
and a play pen
Were still not done!

Mark your calendars for our
2nd Annual Party with a Purpose
Saturday, June 6th!
More details coming soon!
April 12, 2015
AnnoUnCeMenTS
Last year, we celebrated Pastor Moss

anniversary by inviting the residents of
A Safe haven South and Mercy home for Boys
and Girls to join us for a 5-Star experience
of pampering, an upscale dinner, and
entertainment, concluding with an Ol School
Party.
Announcements
hURSTon-hUGheS WRiTeRS MiniSTRy
1ST POETRY
SLAM
ToDAy!
2:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

Wright Chapel
Join the Hurston-Hughes Writers
Ministry for its first Poetry slam! Poets
can compete in the elementary, high
school, or adult categories. Come show
off your poetry skills and
talents.
Prizes will be awarded.
Poetry Slam rules will be
forwarded to you upon
mandatory registration for
event. To register, send
an email to
hhwriters@trinitychicago.org.
Include your name, category
(elementary, high school or
adult), and telephone
number, or leave information
at 773.966-1500 mailbox 2330.
April 12, 2015
Scholarship Season
opens Today!
Please pick up Scholarship Applications and
Graduation Recognition forms in the Atrium
after all three services on the following dates:
April 12th, 19th, 26th, May 3rd

Final date for application pick up: May 10th
Scholarship applications are also available on
our website, www.trinitychicago.org.
DeADLine: Scholarship applications and
Graduate Recognition forms must be
completed and received by the Committee
no later than Wednesday, May 13th, 6:00 p.m.
Drop off at the Church Mailroom, Attention:
Scholarship and education, or via email to:
scholarship@trinitychicago.org
Save the Date!
Scholarship Sunday
June 14, 2015
Each year, we celebrate academic achievements
of our members who are pursing scholarly
endeavors as well as those who have graduated
from an educational institution in 2015.
For more information contact: Education and
Scholarship committee 773-962-5650, Mailbox
2307 or scholarship@trinitychicago.org
Announcements
ARTiSTS in ReSiDenCe MiniSTRy
Presents
On April 25, 2015, 9:00am -12noon, yoU can

make an immediate difference in our church
community by volunteering your time and
efforts to take part in the 2nd Annual Earth
Care Day.
Come out and help beautify our community
by cleaning up and recycling accumulated
litter and trash from 91th to 99th streets
between Lafayette and Halsted.
Join us on April 25th and make a big
difference in our church community.
SiGn-UP AFTeR ALL ThRee SeRViCeS ToDAy!
For more information contact the Green
Committee at Green@trinitychicago.org
Join The GReen ReVoLUTion
2nd Monday at 7:00pm at the Village Center
ToDAy!
2:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.

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Attention all Artists!
Sheila Lewis, Artists in Residence
ministry partner and an appointed
grants panel reviewer, will provide
coaching on how to apply for
Chicagos Department of Cultural
Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)
2015 Individual Artist Program
Professional Development Grants.
(Grant amounts are as much as
$2,500!)
Seats are limited. For program
guidelines and applications, visit
www.chicagoculturalgrants.org.
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AnnoUnCeMenTS
TRiniTy UCC CeLeBRATeS eARTh CARe DAy!

Join the Green Committee and help cleanup our church community for the 2nd Annual
earth Care Day!
how to Apply for City of Chicago

DCASe Artist and Creative
entrepreneur Grants
Announcements
The BLAine Denye LiBRARy
MiniSTRy PARTneRS
Cordially invite you To our
LiBRARy oPen hoUSe

Sunday, April 26, 2015
Located on the 2 Floor, Room 205

After the 7:30 a.m. Worship Service
nd
(Until 10:30 a.m.)
After the 11:00 Worship Service

(Until 3:00 p.m.)
Join US, AS We CeLeBRATe

The BLAine Denye LiBRARy R.e.S.e.T.
Rediscover our amazing Blaine DeNye
PLAn To ATTenD oUR neXT
Tuesday, April 14, 2015

10:00 a.m. Atrium
Please RSVP to Doris Odem, 773-2391435 or Georgia Smith, 773-978-1596.
SPECIAL NOTE: In order to ensure there is
an accurate count, please RSVP to only one
of the telephone numbers above. LUNCH
WILL BE SERVED - Dont forget to bring a
friend!
Library
explore and experience our resources

Select titles for browsing and borrowing
empower yourself with books about our
Community, Christ, and Culture
Try our friendly services at the Blaine DeNye

Library
We hope to see you in the Library!

**Light refreshments will be served**
For information, Call 773-962-5650.
ATTenTion TeenS AGeS 14-17

Join us for the next
eXPeRienCinG GoD CLASS
Begins Saturday, April 18

11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m., Room 120
This class will focus on leadership,
spirituality, and ones own personal
relationship with God.
For information, email
btjohnson@trinitychicago.org
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Announcements
Freedom School - Summer 2015
June 29th - August 7th
8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
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 April 30,
2015. Applications can 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 of Christ.
Please be sure to include in the memo section of the check that the payment is for Freedom
School and include your childs name.
Freedom School
Trinity United Church of Christ 400 W. 95th Street Chicago, IL 60628
You can drop off your payment and completed paperwork to the front desk at the
church. Do not include any payments with your tithe/regular offering.
For more information email us at: Freedomschool@trinitychicago.org.
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Program takes place at

harlan high School
9652 S. Michigan Chicago, IL 60628
Announcements
2015 WOMENS CONFERENCE
COMMITTEE NEws
PROGRAM BOOK SALES
Attention!
Looking for business owners, Greek and professional organizations,
And anyone interested in reaching over 850 women
To purchase an ad in this years conference book, stop by the Womens Conference table following all
Worship services! Various ad sizes available, including premium inside and back covers!
For information, email womensretreat@trinitychicago.org.
Deadline Extended: Sunday, April 19, 2015
WOMENS CONFERENCE VENDORS NEEDED!

For information on becoming a conference vendor, please stop by the Womens Conference table
following all worship services, or, Send an email to womensretreat@trinitychicago.org
Vendor application deadline: Today, Sunday, April 12, 2015

ARE YOU A TEEN, AGES 13-18 REGISTERED FOR THE 2015 WOMENS CONFERENCE?
Join us for TEEN BLING!
Friday, April 17, 2015 6:30 p.m.

We have been created by God's infinite design. Join us, as we create our very own INFINITY scarves and
"bling" them out! To register, stop by the Women's Conference table following all worship services.
AN EVENING OF FITNESS AND FUN!

Friday, April 17, 2015
6:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Atrium
Special Guest: Ian Buchanan II, Fitness Coach

Zumba Piloxing Yoga, and more!
*Donations welcome
(Dont forget to register for the Womens Conference!)
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Announcements
2015 WOMENS CONFERENCE
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center 1551 Thoreau Drive North, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Registration Fee (Adults): $100/person Registration Fee (Teens): $60/person
Make plans to join us for this intergenerational conference for teens and women of all ages!! Regardless of your
age, this conference is for YOU! Invite your mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, and friends!
Come and enjoy participating in life-changing workshops focusing on spiritual disciplines, finances, marriage, being single,
writing your vision, or aging gracefully! Fellowship, network, explore social justice issues, shop a marketplace of vendors,
and participate in a health and wellness expo and fitness activities, such as Zumba, Piloxing, boot camp, yoga, Bokwa and
Timbuk Fitness!
CONFERENCE INFORMATION www.trinitywomensweekend.org

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Stop by the Womens Conference Table following
worship services Or register online at http://tinyurl.
com/TUCC2015WConf
HOTEL RESERVATIONS (Renaissance is sold out)

Embassy Suites 1939 N. Meacham Rd. Schaumburg, IL
Reserve online: http://tinyurl.com/EmSuitesWConf
Or call 800-362-2779
Group Code: TUC
GUEST PREACHERS
Rev. Courtney Clayton-Jenkins
Rev. Dianne Lewis Brown
Rev. Sheleta Fomby
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AnnoUnCeMenTS
Friday, May 15 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Baptism, Baby Dedication, Right hand of Fellowship, and

more available online at http://trinityucc.zenfolio.com!
2015 Journey To Resurrection

Holy Week CD and DVD Sets
2015 Seven Last Words
$70.00
CD
$80.00
DVD
$25.oo
CD and DVD
Meet fitness trainer and author
Ian Buchanan II
Eat. Pray. Live.

10 Days to Jumpstart Your Wellness Journey with
The Power of God
Friday evening, April 17th
during an evening of fitness and fun

A Women's Conference event
NEW AKIBA STORE HOURS
Tuesday - 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
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Announcements
Coach Bus Ticket - $20.00

(Scholarships available). Reserve your
seat on the bus today!
Bus Stops:
Chicago South Side:

6:30 a.m. departure: Sixth Grace
Presbyterian (35th and Cottage Grove)
7:00 a.m. departure: Augustana Lutheran
Church (5500 S. Woodlawn Ave.)
7:30 a.m. departure: Trinity UCC (400 W.
95th St.)
South Suburbs: 7:00 a.m. departure, Covenant
UCC, 15304 S. Greenwood Rd., South Holland, IL
Chicago Loop: 6:45 departure, 565 W. Adams St.
For information and to reserve your seat today,
visit: http://ilenviro.org/earthday2015
Contact: Pastor Booker Vance@ 773-266-8323
SAVE THE DATE!
The Immabasi Health and Wellness Ministry

and Advocate Trinity Hospital
Present
Womens Night Out

Friday, May 1, 2015
5:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Atrium
*Dinner *Raffles *Massages
Providing information on
Body image Annual exams
Infertility
To register, call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE
or 1-800-323-8622
All women are encouraged to attend,
especially teens and young adults!!!
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earth Day for Clean Jobs and

Climate Justice Action
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Sponsored by
illinois environmental Council
Announcements
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Announcements
Make or Break Proposition
Pardon our liberties with the English language but in African American communities, vacant properties like
the decade-old, defunct Michaels Muffler & Brakes at the corner of 95th and LaSalle are nowhere to be
found on the priority lists of the so-called powers that be.
In Washington Heights, both abandoned buildings and vacant lots are far too common and with them come
serious negative effects to our health and safety. The collection of debris, risk of fire and the attraction to
crime contributes greatly to perception, the lack of neighborhood stability and the economic welfare of a
community.
Last summer, the Endeleo Institute was among 25 applicants selected for a highly competitive Local
Technical Assistance Grant (LTA) from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP). This regional
planning agency, funded by Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will assist Endeleo to develop a
Planning Priorities Report for the 95th Street Corridor and surrounding neighborhoods. The report will
prioritize the main issues plaguing Washington Heights and the 95th Street corridor, formulating a plan of
action to improve economic vitality, quality of life for residents, and community collaboration.
The operative word is community. For the next nine months, Endeleo will engage residents, business and
community leaders, institutions and other stakeholders for interviews, surveys, focus groups and town hall
meetings, all to ensure your voices are heard and reflected in the report. We really need your input.
For more information about how to get involved, please contact our office at
773-966-1590 or mrthompson@trinitychicago.org
Endeleo is Progress, Growth and Development
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The Calvary aint coming!
Calendar
ToDAY 4/12
7:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
THurSDAY 4/16
400 W. 95th Street
Worship Service SA
Bible Discovery Hour - WC
S.A.L.T. - Serving and Learning Together - 203
11:00 a.m. Worship Service SA
2:00 p.m. Member in Discernment Meeting - 203
2:30 p.m. Artist In Residence (Workshop/DCASE) - 202
Huston Hughes Writers- Poetry Slam - SA
3:00 p.m. Justice Watch Team - 116
(In)Justice for All Film Festival and Panel - WC
6:00 p.m. Worship Service SA
1:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
TuCC Village Center - 1947 West 95th Street
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
CLOSED
7:00 p.m.
Adult Ushers Meeting - W307

Green Committee - W301
TuESDAY 4/14
400 W. 95th Street
10:00 a.m. Male Health Forum - A

5:30 p.m. 2015 Golf Outing Committee - 202
Womens Chorus Meeting - 120
6:00 p.m. Boot Camp - Robichaux Park
Adopt A Student - 203
6:30 p.m. Tangeni General Business Meeting - 207
Wedding Coordinators - BR
7:00 p.m. Adult Drama Ministry Meeting - 202
Leadership Council - A
Mimes - 116
Photography Ministry - 102
Mens Chorus Rehearsal - WC
Womens Chorus - SA
10:00 a.m. Big Mama's House Quilting Class - W301

Microsoft Excel Class - Computer Lab
6:15 p.m. Mwanabaraka Rehearsal - W301
7:15 p.m. Khayralla Rehearsal - W301
WEDnESDAY 4/15
400 W. 95th Street
11:30 a.m. Prayer Service - SA

6:00 p.m. Praise Team - FH
Adult Ushers Ministry Meeting - WC
Armor Bearers - 207
7:14 p.m. Wednesday at the Well - SA
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Tangeni Rehearsal - W301

Prison Ministry - W307
FrIDAY 4/17
MonDAY 4/13
400 W. 95th Street
400 W. 95th Street
Active Seniors Book Club - 202

Drill Team Rehearsal - NII
Trustee Ministry - BR
40 Voices Choir Sectional - WC
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - SA
400 W. 95th Street
11:00 a.m. Free N One - 202

6:00 p.m. (In)Justice for All Film Festival and Panel - SA
6:30 p.m. Hurston Hughes Writers Ministry Meeting - 202
Womens Conference Fitness Event - A
Tangeni Executive Board Meeting - 120
7:00 p.m. Africa Ministry - BR
Healing Ministry - 207
6:15 p.m.
Mwanabaraka/Khayralla Rehearsal - W301
SATurDAY 4/18
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:15 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
400 W. 95th Street
Yoga Ministry - NII

Piloxing - A
S.A.L.T. Teen Class - 203
Saturday Bible School: 1st -2nd Grade - 120
Saturday Bible School: Confirmation Class - FH
Saturday Bible School: Pre K-Kindergarten - 116
Saturday Bible School-3rd-6th Grade - 202
Confirmation Parent Meeting - A
(In)Justice for All Film Festival Short
Documentary - WC
Little Warriors for Christ/Imani Ya Watume - A
Math Tutorial - 202
Big Mamas House Food & Nutrition Demonstration
- FH
Can-Cer-Vive - 207
The Next Movement TNM Committee Breakouts
- 116
Walaika Rehearsal - A
Big Mamas House Meeting - 202
Christian Education Ministry - BR
Drug and Alcohol Revival Committee - NII
SGL Family Meeting - 120
Voices of Trinity - WC
Drill Team Rehearsal - NII East
Calendar
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
400 W. 95th Street
Women Guild Ministry Meeting - 203

Pre-Marital Counseling - 202
Freedom School Interest Meeting - 116
Adult Ushers Meeting - FH
Baby Dedication Class - WC
(In)Justice for All Film Festival Closing
Ceremony - SA
Baby Dedication Ceremony - WC
9:00 a.m. Legal Clinic Hours - Legal Clinic Room

10:00 a.m. Big Mamas House Sewing Class - W307
1:00 p.m. Endeleo Ambassador Program - W301
ChURChWiDe eVenTS
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 April is
New Books, The Presidents Devotional, by
Joshua DuBois; The Rejected Stone, by Rev. Al
Sharpton; Five Stones: Conquering Your Giants,
by Shane Stanford; Living and Dying in Brick
City, by Sampson Davis; Ragged Hope: Surviving
the Fallout of Other Peoples Choices, by Cynthia
Ruchti, 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., Thursday, May 7, Dial 605562-3102 and enter passcode 206047; press the
# key
MiniSTRy eVenTS
eMMAUS GRieF WoRk Ministry, Thursday,
April 23, 7:00 p.m., Wright Chapel, This months
topic: How Dim Is Your Light? Information,
Contact Deacon Dr. Herbert Goodman, Jr., 773966-1500 Mailbox 2320 or email Emmaus@
trinitychicago.org
CoMMUniTy eVenTS
ChiCAGo DeLeGATion To WAShinGTon, DC,
Thursday, September 10 Saturday, September
12, 2015, Tour of the King Monument and the
White House, Background checks required,
Information, call Maureen Forte, 708-653-6545
or email ntheknowmoe@yahoo.com
DoeS yoUR hiGh SChooL STUDenT need
stronger writing skills? Get help with essays,
research papers and personal statements for
college applications, Information, Call 773-3831553
DoLLARS AnD CenTS Womans Financial Literacy
Workshop, Saturday, April 25, 9:00 a.m. 12:00
p.m., Gary Comer Youth Center, 7200 S. Ingleside,
Guest speaker, Bahiyah Shabazz, hosted by
Beacon of Light Foundation and the Eta Xi Sigma
Alumnae Chapter, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority,
Inc., Workshop topics include budgeting, saving
and investing, home buying, importance of
insurance, and more, To register, send contact
information to EXSFinancialWorkshop@gmail.
com
FAMiLy SATURDAy FeSTiVAL Saturday, April 18,
2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m., Logan Center for the Arts,
915 E. 60th St., featuring virtuoso violinist Lee
England, Jr., a classically trained musician and
composer who performs a musical gumbo of
R&B, gospel, jazz, hip hop and symphonic soul.
Also featured are art, dancing, and drumming
workshops for ages 3-12, followed by the monthly
Open MIC for teens 13-19, hosted by Rebirth
Poetry Ensemble, Tickets, Call 773-702-2787 or
visit www.ticketsweb.uchicago.edu
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CALenDAR/eVenTS
SATurDAY 4/18
Events
Events
heALThy LiFeSTyLe PRoGRAM (eHealth) for
African American women ages 18-45 years, with
blood pressure slightly above the normal range
(120-139 top number, 80-89 bottom number),
12-week healthy lifestyle program focusing on
nutrition and physical activity, Accessible by the
Internet, smartphones, and iPads, Sponsored
by Rush College of Nursing and Department of
Clinical Nutrition, Questions and to register, email
Beth_A_Staffileno@rush.edu
kenneDy-kinG CoLLeGe Open House, Tuesday,
April 14, 10 a.m. 12:00 p.m., and, 6:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m., 63rd and Halsted, Learn about joboriented College to Careers Programs in Culinary
and Hospitality, and Construction, Information,
Call 773-602-5505
LiFeGUARD TRAininG CLASSeS provided by
the Chicago Park District Aquatics Unit, Training
classes April 14-18, and April 21-25, 4:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. (weekdays), 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
(weekends), Information and to register, Call Mr.
Moore or Mr. Freeman, 312-747-7612
PRe-MoTheRS DAy Celebration, Saturday, May

9, 12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m., Maggianos, 516 N. Clark
St., An afternoon filled with love, inspiration, and
a whole lot of thank you, honoring those who
have paved the way, Mothers, grandmothers,
aunts, or sisters, Information, Contact Keila
Colbert, 708-302-2779 or 708-849-2779, Tickets,
visit www.keilac1.wix.com/mothers-day
PRoM FoR A PURPoSe Saturday, May 2, 11:00
a.m. 3:00 p.m., Chicago Embassy Church,
5848 S. Princeton, Need donations of party
dresses, prom gowns, tuxedos, suits, shoes, and
accessories, to provide disadvantaged teens an
opportunity to attend their graduation, luncheon,
and senior prom in stylish attire, Sponsored by
the 7th District Domestic Violence Subcommittee
of Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy (C.A.P.S.),
Donation deadline, Saturday, April 25, 7th District
C.A.P.S. office, 1438 W. 63rd St., and Embassy
Church, 5848 S. Princeton Ave., Information,
Contact Officer Mia G. Outten, 312-747-6722
nATionAL BLACk eVAnGeLiCAL Association 52nd

Year Convention, April 22-25, Hilton Oak Lawn
Hotel, 94th and Cicero, Oak Lawn, IL, Includes day
and evening plenary sessions, Information and to
register, visit www.The-NBEA.org or call 312-7331516
The ReVA AnD DAViD LoGAn Center for the Arts

Family Saturday Festival, Saturday. April 18, 2:00
p.m. 5:00 p.m., 915 E. 60th St., featuring violinist
Lee England, Jr., art, dancing, and drumming
workshops for ages 3-12, followed by the monthly
Open MIC for teens, ages 13-19, 4:30 p.m. 6:00
p.m., information and tickets, Call 773-702-2787
or visit www.ticketsweb.uchicago.edu
PRAiRie STATe CoLLeGe Annual Spring Job

Fair, Tuesday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.,
Prairie State College Conference Center, 202 S.
Halsted, Chicago, Heights, IL, Business attire and
resumes required, Information, Contact Tanya
Norfleet, 708-709-3755 or careerdevelopment@
prairiestate.edu
WoRLD MiSSion inSTiTUTe 2015 Prisons:

New Realities, New Mission, Thursday, April 16,
7:00 p.m., Dr. James Logan, Keynote speaker,
Workshops, Friday, April 17, 9:00 a.m. 1:00
p.m., Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago,
1100 E. 55th St., Information, Contact Ken Sawyer,
773-947-6304 or ksawyer@mccormick.edu
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April 12, 2015
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Pastor Emeritus
400 West 95th Street Chicago, Illinois 60628 - 1120
Telephone (773) 962-5650 www.trinitychicago.org
Lifting Up Christ, Engaging the Community, and Celebrating our Culture
35 FILMS | 15 VENUES | 10 DAYS

Thursday, April 9th | 6pm 7pm
Festival Opening Reception
Thursday, April 9th | 7pm 9pm
Opening Ceremony/PreScreening
Serving Time
Friday, April 10th |6pm - 8pm
Afraid of Dark
Friday, April 10th | 6p-8p
Chasing Bonnie and Clyde
Friday, April 10th | 6:30p-9p
Very Young Girls (Mature
Subject Matter)
Friday, April 10th | 6p-9p
Children of the Light and
Umudugudu! Rwanda 20 Years
On
Saturday, April 11th |12p-1:30p
Among the Discarded
Saturday, April 11th | 2p-4p
Out of Focus and Sin Frontera
(Without Boundary)
Saturday, April 11th | 4p-5:30p
Code Oakland
Saturday, April 11th

|5:30p-6:30p
Short Film Program #1
Eye of the Storm
In God We Trust
Meet Mario
Tears
1-0
Saturday, April 11th | 4p-7p
God Loves Uganda and
I Believe in Me: Fighting for
Trans Rights in Prison
Sunday, April 12th | 2p-4p
The 13th Step
Sunday, April 12th | 2p-4:30p
The End of the Night Stick
Sunday, April 12th | 3p-5p
Broken on All Sides
Sunday, April 12th | 4:15p-5:30p
Short Film Program #2
The Little Match Girl
Eloise, Little Dreamer
In His Own Home
Carrots, Crown &
Rollerblades
Monday, April 13th | 6p-8p
From Prisons to Prisons
Monday, April 13th | 6p-9p

The Syndrome
Tuesday, April 14th | 3pm - 5pm
Last Day of Freedom and
Wounded Places
Thursday, April 16th |

6:30p-8:30p
What World do You Live In?
Friday, April 17th | 4p-5:30p
Joans Boys
Tuesday, April 14th | 6p-8p

The Homestretch
Friday, April 17th | 6p-8:30p

Young Filmmakers for Justice
Tuesday, April 14th | 6p-7:30p

Starting Over: A Record of Faith
and Not Without Us
Saturday, April 18th |

10a-11:30a
Dostoevsky Behind Bars
Wednesday, April 15th |

4:30p-6:30p
I Believe in Me and
What World do You Live In?
Saturday, April 18th | 1pm-3p

Cast the First Stone
Wednesday, April 15th | 6p-8p

Broken on All Sides
Wednesday, April 15th |
6:30p-8:30p
The Other F Word
Thursday, April 16th | 1p-2p
Code Oakland
Thursday, April 16th | 6p-8:30p
The Price of Honor

1:30p-3:15p
Unnatural Causes: In Sickness
and in Wealth
3:30p-5:15p
Free Angela and All Political
Prisoners
Saturday, April 18th | 5:15p-7p
2nd Annual (In)Justice for All
Film Festival
Award Ceremony

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CHURCH INFORMATION

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor

OFFice OF The SR. PASTOR

Rev. Mark Barclay, Assoc. Pastor

Deacon Karen Cupil, Admin. Asst.

Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn,

Rev. Aaron McLeod,

Rev. Carmin Frederick, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Linda Mootry-Dodd, Assoc. Pastor

Rev. Mark A. Smith,

Rev. Clyde White, Vol. Assoc. Pastor

Deacon Shirley Bims-Ellis, Dir. of CFABS

Sunday Worship Services

Brenda Tillman, Admin. Asst.

Weekly Praise/Prayer Service

400 West 95th Street

Live Sunday Webcasts

Trinity UCC Media and Technology Protocols

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

Order of Worship - 6:00 p.m.

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We've Come This Far By Faith

John 20:24-29 (niV)

Now Thomas (also known as

Dont be discouraged when troubles in

Just the other day I heard someone say

But he said to them, Unless I see

Thomas said to him, My Lord and

Then Jesus told him, Because you

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hyMn oF PRAiSe/UniSon SCRiPTUReS

Weve come this far by faith,

John 20:24-29 (MSG)

But he said, Unless I see the nail holes

Black Lives Matter

Sunday April 12, 2015

Fourth Presbyterian Church

126 East Chestnut

Chicago, Illinois 60611

Then he focused his attention on

Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III

Thomas said, My Master! My God!

Jesus said, So, you believe because

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