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Worship 9/14/25
Harvest NurturE
The theme is inspired, in part, by Bishop Mariann Budde’s book, How We Learn to be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith. Bishop Budde has lived out this calling as the Bishop for congregations and Episcopal schools for Washington, DC, and parts of Maryland. This has brought her in direct contact with three presidential administrations, including this year when she preached at the National Cathedral on inauguration day. We will intersperse this book study with opportunities to hear from our neighbors who are doing brave things.
We encourage everyone to read Bishop Budde’s book. The book will be the focus for Nurture on September 14, October 5 and 19, and November 9th, with discussion led by Kandy Grant.
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Special Nurture:
Rabbi Jeffery Kurtz-Lendner
Mark your calendars for a special nurture session this Sunday afternoon, September 14, from 3-5 pm. Rabbi Jeffrey Kurtz-Lendner will be with us to offer a context for some Jewish perspectives on the Middle East through the lens of historic trauma. You can learn more about Rabbi Jeffery Kurtz-Lendner here.
Pride worship
We are excited to participate in the first community Pride worship service! Join us the night before Shenandoah Valley Pride to celebrate all of God’s beautiful, fabulous, and dearly beloved people.
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Pride Festival
The annual Shenandoah Valley Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, September 21 at Turner Pavillion from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. We invite you to help with setting up, staffing Trinity's table, and cleaning up. For more information, contact the church office. You can sign up to help here.
Fall Switchover Day
It's that time of year! Fall is almost here, which means it's time to switch out the Clothes Closet from summer to winter clothes. We need ten volunteers on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9am to noon to make it happen. Pizza will be provided! Please go to the signup link below to volunteer. Thanks in advance!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0848A9AA23AA8-57940753-fall
Artists for peace
Sunday, October 5 from 11:30 - 1:30, we will host “Artists for Peace,” formerly “Artists for Ukraine.” Bob Bersson started this initiative a few years ago to raise money for Ukraine, and with the need for peacemaking and humanitarian work continuing to rise across the globe, the scope has been expanded. Local artists have donated works of art that travel between events, and shoppers can purchase anything for a donation of any amount. All donations are directed entirely to the recipients selected by the host. Donations from our event will support the ministry of Nabarangpur Mercy House. Make plans to attend!
Annual James Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage
We are lucky to have the second annual James Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage here in our backyard this year! The conference will take place September 24-27 at Massanetta Springs. There is a special commuter rate for full participation, including meals, for $300. Trinity’s Session has designated funds to help offset this cost for Trinity members who would like to attend. If you would like to attend and would like to apply for financial support, fill out this form no later than Monday, August 11th: https://forms.gle/R9hwMyQfuMegrQrJ6. Additional scholarships are available through the Institute. For more information and to register for the conference, go to: https://www.presbypeacefellowship.org/james-atwood-institute
The Wednesday night events are free and open to the public, including a keynote address by the Rev. Sharon Risher, author of “For Such a Time as This: Hope and Forgiveness After the Charleston Massacre.” Rev. Risher’s mother was killed in the Mother Emmanuel AME Church Massacre in Charleston, will be the speaker. A panel discussion will follow the keynote presentation with a reception to finish the evening. Registration is required: https://bit.ly/25atwoodkey Trinity is sponsoring the reception Wednesday night. If you’d like to help, reach out to Mary Lou McMillin.
New Drivers are Always Welcome at Valley Area Network Immigrant Transportation Assistance
VANITA is a volunteer and non-profit Harrisonburg area network of people and organizations to provide our immigrant neighbors transportation to and from required legal check-ins, court appearances, medical appointments and accompaniments. It is a ministry of Trinity Presbyterian Church along with members of other faith communities and area volunteers. It will receive immigrant transportation referrals through responsible area organizations (New Bridges immigration lawyer, Harrisonburg Schools, Skyline Literacy, COSPU and Church World Service). It will recruit, train and coordinate volunteer drivers to address the transportation needs to and from the required appointment as best it can. It will not charge for this transportation service, and will notify the immigrant riders that in receiving this free service, he/she waives all present or future liabilities which may be incurred by accepting this free service. It will receive tax deductible financial donations for this service from the community and from immigrant riders which could be used for gas and other related expenses at https://www.trinitypresbyterianharrisonburg.org/give-online.
VANITA driver applications and more information are available at the church office or by contacting andysale25@gmail.com.
Volunteer Signups
Join us by volunteering for coffee hour and assisting with our young disciples on Sundays! Your time and dedication can truly impact the lives of others and create a welcoming environment for all who enter our church doors. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or looking to get involved for the first time, there's a place for you! Sign up today to be a part of something special and spread the joy of fellowship and learning!
