Anointing of the Sick

Saturday, June 15 at 10:30 am

One of the most debilitating things about sickness is not the pain, or the fatigue, or the fear (each of these are, of course, part of the cross sickness brings). No. One of the biggest sufferings is how illness separates us from those around us – our families, friends and community at large.

It may mean being confined to home or quarantined from those closest to us. It may mean being unable to participate in everyday activities that bring us together with others. Perhaps most upsetting is the feeling of being “set apart”, different from others. (The thought “I’m sick”; everybody else is ok”.)

Holy Trinity Church has scheduled a Eucharistic Celebration with the Anointing of the Sick. This is the chance to bring some of your health concerns to the Lord in the context of mass and this faith community.

You are not alone! The Lord and Holy Trinity hold you dear to our hearts in prayer. There will be special seating for those who wish to be anointed that morning.

WHO SHOULD BE ANOINTED? The guidelines for the sacrament say “any persistent and serious concern for one’s health…” is reason for someone to request the anointing. Health concerns such as depression, anxiety, addiction, spiritual doubt and chronic pain are all suffi- cient to receive the anointing. There will be no questions asked. Simply indicate your wish to be anointed.

Come by yourself or better … bring a friend. Experience the healing and comforting Hand of God working through the Sacrament of the Sick and the care of this parish.

God bless you.

Fr. Tim

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Senior Ministry at Holy Trinity

Are you looking to connect with fellow parishioners and or receive some spiritual encouragement outside of Sunday Mass? How about a chance to share your God-given gifts with others in your community? Holy Trinity is ex- cited to announce the beginning of our Senior Ministry.

The ministry mission statement declares that we will tend to the social and spiritual needs of our senior parishioners but, our hope is that senior events will provide something much broader. The future of this ministry will be shaped by YOUR wants and needs. The possibilities are endless; how exciting!

To get to know those among you that would like to participate in such a ministry, our first event will be a Potluck Luncheon on Thursday, June 20th from 12-2 pm in the Gathering Space. Please call the Parish Office at 265-1616 to reserve your spot.

So, the big question is this: As an “over-55” adult, what do you like, want and need to do? A survey has been assembled to answer just that and will be available at the luncheon.

If you are unable to attend the Potluck Luncheon on the 20th, surveys will be available for you at the Welcome Desk.

We look forward to exploring this new adventure with our senior parishioners!

For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 265-1616.

It will be a ton of fun!!!