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Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas 71909
phone: 501-922-0299
e-mail: [email protected]
www.holytrinityhsv.org
Kay Santi Photo
The Village Episcopalian
July 2014
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OPPORTUNITIES
DESIDERATA
FORUMS: There will be no forums during the summer months .
The Altar Guild meeting and training will be July
23rd, starting at 10 A.M. in Sifford Hall. Lunch will
be served after the meeting. All Altar Guild members are encouraged to attend and other members
of the parish who are interested in the Altar Guild
are invited to join us.
Contact: Juddie Wachtel 915-8985
SUNDAY COFFEE HOSTS NEEDED !!!!! Please
check the sign up sheet and fill the vacancies as you
are able. Gotta have our social hour. It’s important to
have that time with our church family and to welcome
visitors and newcomers to our fold. “Hi” - “Bye” just
doesn’t build us.
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As
far as possible without surrender, be on good
terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly
and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull
and ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid
loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations
of the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always
there will be greater and lesser persons than
yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as
your plans. Keep interested in your career,
however humble; it is a real possession in the
changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in business affairs; for the
world is full of trickery. But let this not blind
you to what virtue there is; many persons strive
for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of
heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign
affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in
the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is
perennial as the grass.
A new loop has been installed to
transmit the sound system directly to
hearing aids with the T Coil option.
The hearing aids must be set to the T
coil setting. The system may need
some adjustments. Please contact Bill Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully
Monson with your questions or feed- surrendering the things of youth. Nurture
back on the operation of the system. strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misforCHOIR: As the choir takes their usual summer sabbatical, Anne would very much appreciate having any
of you talented Holy Trinity people share your talents at
the Sunday 10:30 service. Any musical instruments ,
vocal renditions, duet - quartet that could add a special
touch to the service. There is a sign up sheet outside
the choir room . Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could
have a unique anthem every Sunday ?
OFF FOR THE SUMMER
The ECW of Holy Trinity wishes everyone a
wonderful summer! We will resume our meetings in September & will also have our annual
picnic. See you then, stay cool, & travel safely.
tune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you
have a right to be here. And whether it is clear
to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it
should. Therefore, be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your
labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of
life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams
it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to
be happy.
Found in Old St. Paul’s Church, Baltimore
Dated 1692
Contributed by Billie Edgington
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The Village Episcopalian
July 2014
The institution of Fr. Neil Kaminski + 4 June 2014
Photography by Kay Santi
Wishing Faith, Hope and Love to all as, together,
we embark on a new journey at Holy Trinity.
The Village Episcopalian
JULY, 2014
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THE TIMES @ HOLY TRINITY
HAPPY TIMES SAD TIMES SOLEMN AND PENSIVE TIMES PRAYERFUL TIMES PARTY TIMES GRATEFUL TIMES BUSY TIMES
A BAPTISM IN MAY !!! An unusual occurrence at Holy Trinity. Fr.
Neil introduced us not only to a new child of God but also to a new,
beautiful and meaningful service. We were happy to be witnesses in
the baptism of Quentin Ainsley Charlton, grandson of Ron and
Marilyn Mertens. Quentin is pictured with Fr. Neil, Mom and Dad,
Katherine and Anthony, and sister, Penelope. Congratulations to
the Merten and Charlton families.
A SAD FAREWELL AT THE VESTRY PICNIC
Linda Monson presents a framed set of pictures of
Holy Trinity with a surrounding of church families
signatures and best wishes, to Marilyn Johnson
who has decided the time is right to move closer to
her children in Ohio. Can’t think of anyone who will
be more sorely missed. Marilyn has given so much
to so many with her spirituality and kindness.
A RETREAT AT BEAUTIFUL CAMP MITCHELL
Juddie Wachtel, Sue Hood and Linda Monson are pictured
relaxing on the deck of Keller Dining Hall awaiting breakfast.
The ladies, including Sandra Powers (not pictured), were attending the diocesan ECW Womens’ Institute at Camp Mitchell.
The Womens’ Institute is held every year during early June for
Episcopal women state-wide and beyond.
Do you know that all Episcopal women are members of the
ECW ? That we could all be sitting on that deck waiting to be
SERVED breakfast, lunch and dinner - enjoying the serenity of
a rustic mountain top “resort” and getting our spiritual ducks in
order at the same time ? Maybe we should all be a little more
active in the ECW at Holy Trinity. Looks like fun….
They’re ALL smiling BEFORE breakfast !!!
The Village Episcopalian
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JULY, 2014
THANKFUL TIMES
A note of gratitude to the parishioners of
Holy Trinity.
The prayers, cards, visits, food and flowers
lifted my spirits greatly. A very special
thanks to the volunteers who drive me to
kidney dialysis three days a week.
Jackie and I feel so blessed to be a part of
such a caring church family. May God
bless you all.
Jerry Butler
PS/ To Father Neil, your coming to the
hospital at 6 A.M. to give me prayers and
sit with Jackie will have my everlasting
thanks and appreciation.
To Shaun Limozaine,
How can we adequately thank you for the
incredible job you did organizing, cooking,
baking and most importantly , placing the
food tables and decorating with such
thought and care to present Sifford Hall in
a most elegant manner.
Hopefully, everyone realized the tables
were set in the shape of a cross and the
huge antique cross in the center of the magnificent flower arrangement. You more
than outdid yourself and with such class,
made us all proud. Thank you.
Your church family
I know the importance of saying good-bye
to a cherished church, home and friends. I
want to do it well and with grace. But, it
is not easy.
For over 19 years I have shared my life
with friends who have supported me,
laughed with me, comforted and strengthened me as together we faced the joys and
challenges of the “golden years”. My spiritual growth has deepened and been enriched through the commitment I have
made to various ministries, groups and activities. I have been blessed in so many
ways. I will carry all of this with me as I
enter a new phase of my life’s journey.
But now, I am reminded of a Chinese poem
that has a line saying, “I will now take my
cart and rumble off”. As I do so, I know
that time and distance will never diminish
the love I have given and received from all
of you.
In one of my favorite Dr. Seuss books,
“Oh The Places You’ll Go” he speaks of the
journey of life. The book ends with:
You’re off to great places
Today is your day
Your mountain is waiting
So…..get on your way!
And so, I am getting on my way with
thanksgiving for what lies behind and anticipation for what lies ahead. May goodness and mercy follow all of you for the
rest of your days !
With all of my love,
Marilyn Johnson
During the month of May, volunteers from Holy Trinity delivered Meals on Wheels in the Village. The routes
seem to get longer and more time consuming every year, but all the volunteers did them cheerfully and perfectly. Those who pitched in were: Mondays: Gene Farnsworth and Bonnie Samuelson; Tuesdays: Millie and
Don Lancaster; Wednesdays: Peggy and Tommy Wachtel; Charles Radcliff and Jerry Sheuerman; Thursdays:
Sharon Swintz; Patty Bridges; Betsy Videan; Fred Swintz; Fridays: Earl and Ellie Ekdahl; Gene Farnsworth;
Bonnie Samuelson.
Many Thanks to all.
Nancy Waldo
JULY, 2014
The Village Episcopalian
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PARTY TIMES
The annual Vestry picnic was
enjoyed by well over 100 of our
church family members on Trinity Sunday. Catered by our
favorite Bar-B-Q-ers, Corkys of
Little Rock. Held at the Pavilion on Lake Balboa, the sky
was blue and the temperatures
agreeable. There are many
more pictures on the web site.
Be sure to take a look—they’re
in color and they’re clear as a
summer sky.
The Village Episcopalian
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JULY, 2014
THE BAPTISMAL DRESS
By Millie Gore Lancaster
When I was two- and- a- half, I was baptized. I didn’t like it.
The facts of the offending event: June 5, 1955, St. John’s, Alamogordo, N.M. Episcopal, of course. My uncle, The Reverend Al Babbit, Rector.
Although he was a towering man, my uncle was gentle with me. I liked him. He looked like the wise bird in my picture
book, so I thought this kind giant’s name was…..owl.
Episcopalians are rarities west of the Mississippi, and Uncle Owl, a middle-aged lawyer, was new to the priesthood, so
he had scant experience baptizing little girls. Especially little girls in VERY special dresses.
My dress was a VERY special dress with a history. My mother had paid an extravagant sum for the dress. It was made
of the stiffest crinoline overlying petticoats that made it stick out from my body at a ninety degree angle. Had you stood
me on my head, I would have looked like a frilly, white mushroom with two match sticks poking out of the top.
My Mother was indecently proud of the dress.
My Father’s older sister did not know that my Mother had purchased a dress– THE dress– for my baptism. Aunt Doris
was a seamstress, and she created a lovely baptismal dress for me. When she presented the dress to my Mother, my
Mother was stunned. She didn’t want me to wear Aunt Doris’s dress. She had already purchased THE dress I was to
wear. After Aunt Doris left, my Mother had a conniption.
For days, my Mother and Father pleaded and argued with each other. I was two-and-a-half. They didn’t realize that I
was listening to every word. I didn’t understand everything, but I understood enough; That the critical element of my upcoming baptism was my attire. My daddy wanted me to wear the dress that his sister had made for me. My Mother
wanted me to wear the dress that she had purchased. My Mother won. If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.
The morning of my baptism, my Mother dressed me in THE dress, ruffled panties, lacy anklets, and Mary Janes. She
braided my hair into two tiny pigtails. But before we left the hotel for my uncle’s church, a gentle rain began to fall. My
Mother was aghast. “We mustn’t let your dress get wet!” she cried; in only moments, the rain would wilt the starched,
stiff crinoline. We watched the sky anxiously. Finally, the rain stopped, and we hurried to the church.
When we got to my uncle’s church, I saw the bowl of punch for the post-baptismal reception. I asked my Mother for a
sip. She said I couldn’t have any because “We mustn’t let your dress get wet!” I asked to go pee-pee. She hustled me
off to the bathroom, held up my dress to keep it dry while I settled myself on the toilet, and then when she helped me
wash my hands, warned, “We mustn’t let your dress get wet!”
Finally, with my dress pristine, we entered the nave of the church. We settled ourselves on the first row. The music
started, and Uncle Owl processed down the aisle while the choir sang. He did lots of things that my priest back home
did, but then he did something different. He told my parents to bring me to him where he stood by a big, tall bowl of water. He said some words I didn’t understand, and my daddy handed me to him. He wrapped his long left arm around
me.
Surprised, I looked back at my daddy. I turned and looked at Uncle Owl. I followed his gaze down to the big bowl of
water. And then I realized the worst: Uncle Owl intended to put me in that big bowl of water. So I looked him square in
the eye and shouted, “Don’t get my dress wet !”
I left the church that day a Child of God with a dry dress. A beautiful, stiff crinoline dry baptismal dress. A loud, opinionated Child of God.
I am still a loud, opinionated Child of God. But now that I am old, I don’t worry about getting my dress wet. In fact, I
make a point to dip my fingers into the Holy Water when I enter church. I dip them in all the way to my palm. Then I
liberally wet my forehead, my bellybutton, and my left and right shoulders. Those little wet spots are a tribute to God; to
loud, opinionated little girls in crinoline dresses; and by no means least, to Uncle Owl, smiling down at me from Heaven.
And still laughing.
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
JuLY 2014
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HOLY TRINITY BIRTHDAYS – July, 2014
Bill Kuno (7/1)
Becky Denny (7/2)
Pat Shaha (7/5)
Peggy Wachtel (7/5)
Phil Visser (7/7)
Susan Schmidt (7/8)
Nancy Kuno (7/9)
Hilda Lauber (7/9)
Carroll McLean Baker (7/15)
Marilyn Sheuerman (7/15)
Jeannie Ryan (7/16)
Jennifer Wilson (7/16)
Fr. Jim McLean (7/17)
George Donnelly (7/18)
Delte Smith (7/18)
Gene Seymour (7/22)
Jan Hanna (7/26)
Hal Hawley (7/28)
Sharon Swintz (7/28)
Betty Price (7/31)
ANNIVERSARIES ~ July, 2014
Bob & Eyvonne Whipple (7/3)
John & Bonnie Samuelson (7/11)
John & Paula Engelhorn (7/13)
Gordon & Kathy Watts (7/13)
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Mike & Bev Sloan (7/18)
Bruce & Nancy Waldo (7/19)
Pipe & Inge Bender (7/27)
GOD BLESS
NEW LOOK — OLD ADDRESS
AMERICA
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