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Released: 01 April 2011 - 12 Noon
Weather Conditions Affect Church Schedule
Released: 09 January 2011 - 6:00 PM
Holiday Church Schedule Changes
Released: 15 December 2010 - 12 NOON
All church offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 22, Thursday, December 23, and Friday, December 24.
No Wednesday meal, programs and services will be held on Wednesday, December 29.
All church offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (November 24-25) in observance of the Thanksgiving Holidays. Normal office operations will resume on Monday, November 29.
All church offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 6 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
All Wednesday programs have been temporarily suspended in response to the special revival services being held throughout the month of March. No Wednesday Meal and children’s programs will be held on March 3, 10, 17 and 24. Regular scheduling will return on Wednesday, March 31.
Church Schedule for the Thanksgiving Holidays
Released: 19 November 2010 - 12 NOON
A special Thanksgiving Prayer service will be held on Wedensday, November 24 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. No Wednesday Meal will be served on November 24; however all other Wednesday programs will be held as scheduled.
Released: 31 August 2010 - 12 NOON
Released: 1 March 2010 - 12:00 Noon
Released: 12 February 2010 - 12:00 Noon
In response to the forecast of adverse weather conditions affecting our local area, Saturation Saturday—the community visitation program—has been cancelled for February 13. The program has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 20. For additional details, please contact the church office.
Church Cancellation Due to Weather Conditions
Released: 2 December 2009 - 2:30 PM
Church Schedule for Thanksgiving Week
Released: 23 November 2009 - 12 NOON
No children's programs, Wednesday Meal, and mid-week service will be held on Wednesday, November 25 in response to the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
All church offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving.
Released: 2 October 2009 - 4:00 PM
For almost 5 years Pastor Brad Blackmon has been our very capable and hard-working youth pastor. He has led with great success! Pastor Brad, Beth, Noah, and Ruthie have taken a place in our hearts that will never be filled by anyone else. They are a precious and special family. It is with a sense of loss, but with great prayers and wishes for success that we send them off to Brooklet First Baptist Church. We know that God has prepared them for a successful and rewarding pastorate. We are glad that Pastor Brad will not be far away and that we can still have fellowship with him from time to time.
Brad, thanks for all the hard work and the time, effort, and love with which you led our Youth Ministry at Trinity. Thanks to Beth for being such a great pastor’s wife and for being a great counselor and friend to our youth. May the days and years you spend at Brooklet in the Lord’s ministry be multiplied greatly with souls won for the Kingdom of our Christ.
Everyone is invited to a special reception in honor of the Blackmons to be held on Sunday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center.
Schedule Changes for the Fourth of July Weekend
Released: 25 June 2009 - 8:00 AM
In response to the Independence Day holiday, all church offices will be closed on Friday, July 3.
Released: 3 June 2009 - 4:00 PM
Trinity will hold Vacation Bible School from Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12. The program will begin each evening at 6:00 p.m. and will end at 8:30 p.m. For complete details on this year's VBS program, click here.
Vacation Bible School preempts Wednesday Meal and all other mid-week programs and services on Wednesday, June 10.
Change of Regular Scheduling - Father's Day
Released: 3 June 2009 - 8:00 AM
SPECIAL BLOG FROM PASTOR JOE EASON
Released: 27 May 2009 - 4:00 PM
It’s been quite a while since I last “blogged” but I have a few things to say concerning events (both past and future). First, let me say that God has been quite busy blessing us at Trinity the first five months of 2009. With new members, new and improved ministries, great opportunities for outreach and an ever-increasing enlargement of vision and evangelism, Trinity continues to grow and minister to more and more in the name of our Lord.
Our Easter Drama was more dynamic and more touching than ever. What a wonderful ministry of our Music and Drama Departments! Over one hundred of our congregation participated in presenting the story of Easter to a full house on two evenings. Next year we may add a third presentation during the week to allow even more to attend this very special presentation of the life, sacrifice, and resurrection of our Savior. Thanks to all who allowed the Lord to use you in such a meaningful way.
Nearly a thousand young people (of all ages) showed up for the concert by Big Daddy Weave. The success of this first event already has us planning for similar events to come. Thanks to all the ushers, security, and other volunteers who worked hard to make this event a success. The volunteers at Trinity are a unique and special part of the ministries of our Church. You are to be commended for doing such a superb job.
ON THE HORIZON: Many church-wide, special events are now being promoted. Two of them are in the immediate future.
On July 5th we will have a special
Memorial Day Statement
Released: 20 May 2009 - 12 NOON
All church offices will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Change of Regular Scheduling - Mother's Day
Released: 4 May 2009 - 12 NOON
In recognition of all mothers and in response to Mother's Day, no afternoon programs and evening worship services will be held on Sunday, May 10. Sunday School and morning worship services will be held as scheduled.
Special Notice: Church Office Closed on Good Friday
Released: 6 April 2009 - 8:00 AM
All church offices will be closed on Friday, April 10 in observance of Good Friday.
Released: 6 April 2009 - 8:00 AM
Trinity will celebrate Easter (Sunday, April 12) beginning at 7:00 AM with Sunrise Service. Following Easter sunrise, a full breakfast buffet will be served by the Men's Ministry in the Family Life Center.
Sunday School will be held at the regular time on Easter Sunday at 9:30 AM, and a special Easter worship service is planned for 10:45 AM.
No afternoon programs and evening worship service will be held on Easter Sunday.
Released: 24 February 2009 - 8:00 AM
March is “Celebrate the Family” month at Trinity and many exciting events are planned focusing on the Christian family. The messages presented each Sunday morning will address an issue that faces every person planning for marriage and marital-family relationships.
March 1, the message will be “So, You’re Getting Married: Are You Fit to be Tied”: Addresses the issue of Preparation for Marriage.
March 8, the message will be “How to Stay Married and Enjoy It”: Addresses the issues of Spousal Relationships.
March 15, the message will be “Raising Champions in Today’s World”: Addresses the issue of Parenting.
March 22, the message will be “I’m a Child. How Do I Fit In?”: Addresses the issue of Children’s place in the home.
Also on March 1, the movie “FIREPROOF” will be presnted at 6:00 PM in the Auditorium. This is an award winning movie that will inspire and inform husbands and wives on how to prevent circumstances from disrupting and killing your marriage. Also, following the movie, the book “The Love Dare” will be available for purchase (at a reduced cost—thanks to the Statesboro Christian Bookstore) so that husbands and wives may be instructed on special actions they may take during a forty-day commitment of expressing their love each to the other.
Don’t miss out on a single event during “Celebrate the Family” month!
For more details on FireProof and to view the film's trailer, visit www.fireproofthemovie.com.
SPECIAL BLOG FROM JOE EASON, PASTOR
Released: 5 February 2009 - 4:00 PM
2009 has gotten off to a great start! After the extremely busy Christmas season, we thought we would slow down a bit and take a break. Well, we didn’t! We hit 2009 running and things couldn’t be better. I can’t cover everything that’s happened but I would like to say a very special thanks to all who made the WILD GAME SUPPER and GOSPEL CONCERT such a great success.
The largest crowd ever enjoyed all kinds of “exotic” dishes—from raccoon to frog legs—and a little chicken thrown in for those whose appetite couldn’t “stomach” the exotic.
Following the supper we enjoyed a dynamic concert by the Premiere Quartet and the Down East Boys. The house was packed and the Lord really blessed the gathering. These two quartets consists of some of the most dedicated and talented men in the ministry. We look forward to having both groups back again.
All kinds of good things are coming up! Friend Day (February 22) and FIREPROOF (March 1) and Crown Financial Ministries (March 1) and our fantastic EASTER DRAMA, presented by the Drama and Music Ministries (April 3 and 5) all promise to be informative, exciting, and valuable means of worshiping and growing in Christ!
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Released: 14 January 2009 - 4:00 PM
If you made donations of at least $250 to Trinity Baptist Church during the year 2008, a Contribution Statement has been mailed to your mailing address that we have on file. If you have not received your 2008 Contribution Statement by January 21, please contact the Office of Finance.
The statement is a receipt of your tax-deductible gifts that were given in 2008 and is for IRS purposes. Please review your statement for accuracy and report errors by February 15, 2009. For more details concerning your Contribution Statement, please view the contribution brochure or contact the Office of Finance by phone (912) 839-2599 or by email finance@nevilstrinity.org.
SPECIAL BLOG FROM NANCY KENT, MINISTER OF MUSIC
Released: 08 December 2008 - 4:00 PM
We were all greatly blessed at the Mike Speck Christmas concert as Mike and Faye presented The Name….Jesus with the Sanctuary Choir. If you missed it, please join us at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 21 for an encore presentation with the Sanctuary Choir and Trinity soloists. You will be blessed!
Mike Speck presented the Christmas Musical in which he arranged on December 3 to a packed-out crowd in the church auditorium. To find out more on Mike Speck and his ministry, visit www.mikespeckministries.com.
NOTICE OF CHANGE IN SCHEDULING FOR CHRISTMAS
Released: 08 December 2008 - 12 NOON
Please note the following changes of regular church scheduling in response to the upcoming Christmas and New Year's holidays:
--No Church Conference will be held during the month of December. All November and December financial reporting will be presented during the regularly scheduled conference on January 18, 2009.
--No afternoon Children's programs will be held on Sunday, December 21 and on Sunday, December 28.
--The Sanctuary Choir will present a Christmas musical on Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 PM. Please note this special time.
--There will be NO programs, services, or Wednesday Meal on Wednesday, December 24.
--All Church Offices will be CLOSED on December 24, 25 & 26. In addition, all church offices will be CLOSED on December 31, January 1, and January 2.
SPECIAL BLOG FROM PASTOR JOE EASON
Released: 26 November 2008 - 8:00 AM
November and December are two favorite months at Trinity. The air is full of excitement and the entire Church is abuzz with activities.
We started November with Homecoming. This Homecoming was the best ever. What a great day! The church was packed, the people were excited, the choir sang the sweetest music this side of Heaven, John Arnold (a former member) returned and sang one of my favorites, and everyone enjoyed the noon meal. Our only disappointment was that Dr. Michael Guido was unable to preach due to illness. We have given Dr. Guido a standing invitation to preach at Trinity any time his health will allow. Please pray for Dr. Michael and Mrs. Audrey that their health will improve. God continues to use them greatly!
Thanksgiving is going to be a great day of service and celebration. We have so much to be thankful for as a church family. God is so good and He has blessed us beyond measure.
Then, we enter the Christmas season. What a great period of celebration we are going to be going through. Every Sunday we will be celebrating as one of our ministries presents a program each Sunday Evening. It will all begin with our good friends, The Specks, joining the Trinity Sanctuary Choir on WEDNESDAY, December 3 as they, together, perform his new Christmas musical THE NAME—JESUS. Visit our website and see all the good things that are going to take place during the Thanksgiving/Christmas Season.
I would like to take this opportunity to say a special “Thanks” to the greatest staff in the world. Our staff at Trinity are committed servants of our Saviour and each of them does a wonderful service that goes beyond the ordinary. Brad Blackmon (Minister to Youth), Nancy Kent (Minister of Music), Regina Miles (Financial Secretary), Nancy Eason (Reception/ Drama), Marty Glisson (Campus Management), Joseph Eason (Business Administrator), Carolyn Fitzgerald (Nursery Coordinator), Kim Hill (Food Services Coordinator), Dee Hudson (Assistant Nursery Coordinator), Sean Kent (Media/Production Specialist), Brian Fitzgerald (Cemetery Maintenance), Fran Faulkner (Nursery Staff), and Whitney Halverson (Nursery Staff)--All our staff work tirelessly and with great purpose to excel in their God-given ministries. I am proud of you and I thank our Lord for you each and every day.
Update: November's Church Business Meeting
Released: 20 November 2008 - 4:00 PM
The Church met in a regular session of Conference on Sunday, November 16 to discuss the business matters on the Business Session Agenda. In addition, several ministry and departmental program reports were presented by ministry leaders and departmental directors.
Mr. C.J. Williams, Trinity's Chairman of Deacons, presented a proposal for The Church Budget for Fiscal Year 2009 which had been compiled from all of the various church departments by the Office of Finance. Members present at the meeting were provided a copy of the proposal, and the proposal was approved as presented by unanimous consent of The Church. Church members may pickup a copy of the Official Church Budget for Fiscal Year 2009 from the Office of Finance which will be in effect on January 1, 2009. (To learn more about The Church Budget process at Trinity and the importance of The Church Budget & Mission Plan for FY2009, please visit the Office of Finance webpage.)
A report by Patricia Hunter was also part of the Conference Agenda's New Business as she recently concluded a procedural audit on behalf of the Office of Finance. Mrs. Hunter reported on the process of the procedural audit in which she conducted and a brief overview of the findings. (A detailed report had already been presented to the Office of Finance, the Senior Pastor, and the Church Deacons.)
Mrs. Hunter's thorough examination of the church's financial procedures provided the Office of Finance with recommendations that will help in the recording and reporting responsibilities of the Office. In addition, Mrs. Hunter's services supported the views of the Office of Finance relating to donor advised funds and verified compliance with new banking, legal, and IRS laws and regulations.
The Office of Finance will continue to retain the services of Mrs. Hunter as her expertise and independent evaluation is extremely valuable to The Church. Mrs. Hunter's impartiality will continue to validate the integrity of the church business office.
A very special thank you is extended to Patricia Hunter for her detailed inspection throughout the procedural audit. Further, thank you very much to Regina Miles (Manager of Business Operations), Marie Waters (Church Treasurer), and Joseph Eason (Business Administrator/Budget Director) for their expertise and knowledge of the necessary business practices required and for their service in the financial operations of the Church. Thank you for working after hours and on weekends to complete this year's audit!
Note: Mrs. Patricia Hunter is an independent CPA and partner in the firm of Reddick, Riggs, Hunter, & Kennedy PC in Statesboro, Georgia.
IMPORTANT: If you should have any questions concerning the procedural audit, you should contact the Office of Finance or a Church Deacon. Mrs. Hunter will not be able to answer further questions at this time as her completed report has been delivered to the responsible parties.
Change of Regular Scheduling - Thanksgiving Week
Released: 20 November 2008 - 4:00 PM
There will be NO Wednesday Meal, Wednesday programs, and the mid-week prayer service held on Wednesday, November 26 in response to the Thanksgiving holidays. In addition, all church offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of Thanksgiving week.
November's Church Conference
Released: 11 November 2008 - 4:00 PM
The next regularly scheduled Church Conference, Trinity's monthly business meeting, will be held on Sunday, November 16 following the evening worship service (at approximately 7:00 PM).
Two important items are included on the session's agenda. First, Mr. C.J. Williams, Trinity's Chairman of Church Deacons, will present the proposed Annual Church Budget for Fiscal Year 2009 for approval by The Church. Mr. Williams will present the budget proposal on behalf of the Church Leadership.
In addition, Mrs. Patricia Hunter is scheduled to report on the recent church procedural audit in which she conducted on behalf of The Church and the Office of Finance. Mrs. Hunter is a Certified Public Accountant and a partner in the Statesboro firm of Reddick, Riggs, Hunter and Kennedy. Mrs. Hunter accepted a request for retainer by an ad hoc committee to conduct the procedural audit which has been in progress since Summer 2008. The procedural audit was concluded at the end of October 2008.
Homecoming Services
Released: 27 October 2008 - 4:00 PM
Trinity Baptist Church is now celebrating thirty-three years of being a voice for God and a heart for people. A homecoming service will be held on Sunday, November 9 and Dr. Michael Guido, “the Sower” will be the speaker. Dr. Michael Guido is very special to us at Trinity, and we are always glad to have the opportunity to listen to God’s word presented by The Sower. The special homecoming service will begin at 10:45 a.m. in the auditorium. Please invite your friends, former members, and neighbors to attend.
Lunch will be served in the Family Life Center following the homecoming service, so be sure to bring plenty of covered dishes. (Church ushers and the Food Services team will assist you in bringing in and placing your food in the church kitchen, which will be open from 9:00 AM on Homecoming Day. There are plenty of warmers and coolers available so that your foods will stay warm or cool. For more details concerning the Homecoming Day lunch, please contact Kim Hill, Trinity’s Food Services director- foodservices@nevilstrinity.org.)
For more details about Dr. Michael Guido and his ministry, please visit www.guidogardens.com.
SPECIAL BLOG FROM PASTOR JOE EASON
Released: 27 October 2008 - 9:00 AM
Fall Festival and Country Jamboree—Best Ever!
Thanks to all the hard work of many different people, the 2008 Fall Festival was filled with fun, laughter, and just plain good times. The best attended ever, the campus was full of children, teens, and adults enjoying the beautiful weather, rides, games, apple-bobbing, slide—and of course, the Country show. An estimated 600 people showed up for either or both events. Thanks, especially, to Angel Cribbs for putting the children’s festival together. You did a great job, Angel! Thanks to Nancy Eason for producing the Country Jamboree (which was the best ever). Both Angel and Nancy had a great number of excited helpers who worked hard to see that everyone had a good afternoon and evening. We can’t wait until the Next Year!
Homecoming is going to be a great event! Our 33rd Homecoming will feature the Sanctuary Choir (with some returning members doing specials) singing some of the sweetest music this side of Heaven. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Michael Guido, “
Please check the church calendar for all the great events we will be having between now and the first of 2009. Lots of happenings! Come celebrate the season and enjoy the wonders and blessings of Christmas.
Joe Eason, Pastor
SPECIAL BLOG FROM PASTOR JOE EASON
Released: 10 October 2008 - 9:00 AM
Joe Eason, Pastor
(About the Auditor: Patricia H. Hunter, a highly experienced CPA and partner in the firm Reddick, Riggs, Hunter and Kennedy, accepted the request by an ad hoc committee to review the church financial policies and procedures and the compliance of those policies and procedures with church finance law. Mrs. Hunter is experienced in church procedural audits and is very well suited for making certain the church is operating within the ever-growing rules and regulations of the IRS. The announcement of Mrs. Hunter’s acceptance of the church audit was announced in a previous session of conference by Mr. C.J. Williams, Chairman of Deacons. Mrs. Hunter is an actively involved member of the First Baptist Church in Statesboro, GA.) The church office will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
Contributing to Debt Reduction - (July 2008 Church Conference)
Released 28 July 2008 - 8:00 AM
During a regular session of Church Conference held in July (Session 7, 2008), a recognized church member, presented a motion to The Church regarding the church note and the desire to allow donors to give toward the note's balance. The member expressed that from time to time individuals may wish to give an offering, a gift over one's tithe, to reduce the debt of the church. After some discussion and on the advice of the Office of Finance (in review of The Church policy, church law, and IRS regulations), the motion was called to a vote in which it passed unanimously.
Remarks from the Office of Finance: The Church constitution does not allow for individuals to earmark donations for specific purposes on a non-ending basis. As required by the IRS, [IRC 501(c)3, USC 26 CFR, Section 1.6033-2(h)] and in review of IRS publication 526 concerning donor advised funds, The Church shall have exclusive legal control over any and all assets contributed to The Church at any and all times. Accordingly, the Church Treasurer will make a motion at each Church Conference to designate all contributions marked as "Debt Reduction" for payment directly to the existing church debt. This simple process will allow contributors to claim tax credits and will continue the long tradition at Trinity in allowing The Church to decide on the disbursement of church monies.
While Trinity has always paid beyond the obligations and above the required monthly payments on The Church Debt through the process of The Church Budget, giving to reduce the debt of the church is a unique way to give in honor of someone special in your life, as a memorial of a friend or family member, or as a "thank you" to God. We encourage you to always give generously.
IMPORTANT: If at any time you would like to make a special gift to Trinity and recommend it to be used toward The Church Debt, simply pick-up a "Debt Reduction" envelope from the breezeway, lobby, or church office and place your check in the offering plate during Sunday's morning service. If you would like to give on a regular basis, we will be glad to send a supply of the special envelopes to you by mail, simply call the Office of Finance on (912) 839-2599, ext. 20, or click here to order envelopes online. Your contributions are fully tax-deductible. Please be certain to always use the special giving envelopes to reduce errors in posting and so that we can service your request properly.
The Office of Finance thanks all of the church members who took time to ask questions concerning The Church Debt in Church Conference. We realize that you have entrusted us to give accurate and up-to-date information concerning certain laws and regulations and how they apply to Trinity Baptist Church. We are committed to providing you with the important details you need to make personal decisions about your contributions to the church. If you ever should have a question about financial matters at Trinity, such as The Church Debt or your contributions, simply pick-up a phone or email us, so that we can get you accurate information. Please realize that if you should receive information from other sources, even other church members, it may not be accurate. Why not take time to find out the correct answers to your questions? Trinity is an excellent body of Christians and a thoughtful people and the Office of Finance is thankful to be of service on your behalf. We are very thankful that Trinity's business meetings are a place for people to learn and to find out how the church is operated. It is always good to see Trinity's community of believers at Church Conference doing the Lord's work with great attitude and excitement.
Let's just make sure you know...
1) Your gifts to Trinity are always tax-deductible unless the church does not have exclusive control of its use, and/or if goods or services were given in exchange for it. If you give and recommend your contribution to be applied directly to Debt Reduction, you may claim a deduction.
2) Trinity pays both the interest and principal on its loan. Trinity's note is not an interest-only loan. In fact, The Church approved to pay on the note's interest and principal along with an additional $1200 per month (fiscal year budget 2008). Anything given to Debt Reduction and approved by the church, will be added to the amount budgeted for the retirement of debt.
The Office of Finance
Trinity Baptist Church
Marie Waters, Treasurer
Notice of Church Procedural Audit - (July 2008 Church Conference)
Released 21 July 2008 - 4:00 PM
Pastor Joe Eason informed The Church that a procedural audit on church financial policies and procedures is now in process. Marie Waters, Church Treasurer, advised The Church that randomly selected donors will receive a letter by the auditor with a return envelope concerning the accuracy of personal Contribution Statements issued annually by the Office of Finance. Should you receive a letter from the auditor, please honor the request of the auditor as quickly as possible.
Independence Day Notice
Released: 27 June 2008 - 4:00 PM
Change of Regular Scheduling for Church Conference
Released: 5 June 2008 - 4:00 PM
In response to Father's Day, Church Conference-- Trinity's Monthly Business Meeting-- will be held on Sunday, June 22.
Please note this is a change in scheduling, and Conference will not be held on Sunday, June 15 as previously planned.
Change of Regular Scheduling on Father's Day
Released: 5 June 2008 - 4:00 PM
In response to Father's Day, there will be NO afternoon programs or evening worship services Sunday, June 15.
Sunday School and Morning Celebration Services will be held as scheduled.
Changes to Church Conference & Eligibility of Members Right to Vote
Released 25 May 2008 - 2:00 PM
On the recommedation of the Pastor and Church Deacons, Mr. C.J. Williams, Chairman of Deacons, proposed to change Trinity's monthly business meetings (Church Conference) from the second Wednesday night of each month to the third Sunday evening of each month.
The reason for the change is so that more persons will be able to participate in decision making and be more informed on the the issues presented in Church Conference. As explained by Mr. Williams, many persons are unable to attend Wednesday business meetings because of work obligations and for the fact that so many church members are involved in Children's and Youth Programs, Drama and Choir Practices and other programs on Wednesdays. Changing the meeting time to Sunday evenings allow more of Trinity's members to participate in conference procedures, stay involved and stay informed.
After some discussion, the change was approved by The Church and Church Conference will now be held on the third Sunday of each month during the evening worship service at 6:00 PM in the auditorium. (N.B. June's conference will actually be held on the fourth Sunday of June in response to Father's Day. This is a change from regular scheduling.)
For some time now, the Pastor and Church Deacons have realized that because of the growth in membership at Trinity, new members do not get the chance to understand how Trinity truly functions in business, missions, and leadership. Mr. Williams proposed that persons desiring membership at Trinity should attend a four week church orientation class to familiarize them of the beliefs, functions, and Church Life. Persons wishing to join Trinity would not be accepted as members until they finish the orientation class.
In addition, the proposal included a resolution that changes the eligibility of certain members to be able to vote in Church Conference. "No church member under the age of twelve (12), and no member that has not been active in church for at least three (3) years shall be eligible to vote." This means that members that are inactive for a period of three (3) years or more at Trinity will not be able to vote in Church Conference.
The Church encourages all members to share their views in Church Conference but agrees that members who are inactive in Church for 3 years may lack the understanding of certain principles and knowledge on certain issues to be able to make the best decision when voting. There was no discussion by The Church, and the resolution was adopted unanimously.
SPECIAL BLOG FROM THE PASTOR
Released: 24 May 2008 - 6:00 PM
Though we don’t change for the sake of change, often change is necessary for the improvement of ministry. Several changes will take place at Trinity over the next few weeks…all for the better. Improved nursery facilities, Church orientation and new member classes, and a change in Church business meetings will make it possible for more people to be involved in ministry, education, and church business. The nursery improvements will make our children more secure and provide more space for growth and development.
Our first Church orientation will take place in the fall and will involve the entire church in Sunday Evening services. The orientation classes for new members will begin in the spring of the year. The classes will include (1) Who we are (2) Baptist Distinctives and (3) Ministry Opportunities available at Trinity.
We look forward to implementing these changes in order to make ministry better and serve our Lord with greater impact.
What an exciting time to be a member of Trinity!
Joe Eason
Church Office to Release "Trinity Connection"
Released: 23 May 2008 - 8:00 AM
The Church Office will soon make available "Trinity Connection," a new internet portal for church members and church leaders. Trinity Connection will be accessible in the "Member's Section" of the nevilstrinity.com and will provide a variety of content and features.
Members and regular church attendees will be able to request a username and password and will be able to login to Trinity Connection to access their personal and family profile (and make updates if needed). In addition, Trinity Connection users will be able to view their contribution history, register for events (and pay fees associated with certain events), make online contributions, and view other member profiles, provided that the other member allows their profile to be viewed. Each user controls what another member may view.
The official church calendar will be made available on Trinity Connection, users will be able to select ministry groups in which they would like to participate, and will receive customized messages from the church office or group leaders that contain information that is pertinent to you and the ministries in which you are involved. For instance, if a special choir rehersal is being scheduled, the Music Ministry office will be able to send a message to all users that are in the Music Ministry program. The Student Ministry office will be able to send information to persons registered for summer camps and provide forms or flyers that will be accessible directly online.
Church leaders will be able to stay in touch with their group members, check attendance records, and access a variety of forms required for reimbursements, requistions, and purchase orders. Church leaders will be more informed and more in touch with the church office, as well.
Users will be able to upload photos which can be viewed by other users in which they grant permission. (Trinity Connection is much like the sites Facebook and MySpace, but much more powerful and without the advertisments.) There is no charge to subscribe to Trinity Connection.
The church office believes that Trinity Connection users will be more informed on church happenings and will become more involved in ministry. You are encouraged to be a part of this exciting ministry tool which will be launched this summer.
Trinity Connection is your connection to ministry!
Church Nursery Remodeling Project (May Conference Details)
Released: 23 May 2008 - 8:00 AM
On the recommedation of the Pastor and Church Deacons, Mr. C.J. Williams, Chairman of Deacons, introduced at Trinity's May business meeting a plan to remodel the nursery area to create a "secure zone" and to add additional space. As explained by Joe Eason, Pastor, the nursery has grown to a point that overcrowding is now occuring each Sunday. The Church voted unanimously to begin construction.
The new nursery facilities will be modernized and new security procedures will be introduced, including a check-in/check-out system for the safety of Trinity's youngest. "Parent Alert" and "Child Protect" are new safety and security progams developed by Bryant Watson, Director of Security, in cooperation and on the advice of Carolyn Fitzgerald, Director of Childcare. More details on these programs will be made available soon.
The remodeling of the nursery area will include the installation of new restrooms within the secure zone, and the addition of an accessible entrance with a small lobby area from the parking area next to the church office entrance. The parking area near the accessible entrance will be designated for parents with nursery-aged children and senior adults or the disabled who wish to park close to room 120.
To view a rough rendering of the remodeling project, click here (.jpg image, not to scale). It is the intention that the construction project be complete by the end of the summer.
If you should have any questions, concerns, or would like to make a suggestions, please contact us.
Church Office Closed on Memorial Day
Released: 5 May 2008 - 4:00 PM
All church offices will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.
Church Conference Date Change
Released: 2 May 2008 - 12 Noon
Trinity's monthly business meeting for May will be held on Wednesday, May 21 in response to a conflict in scheduling.
Please note: this is a change from regular scheduling of Church Conference and May's meeting will not be held Wednesday, May 14 as scheduled.
Change of Regular Scheduling on Mother's Day
Released: 2 May 2008 - 12 Noon
In response to Mother's Day, there will be NO afternoon programs or evening worship services Sunday, May 11.
Sunday School and Morning Celebration Services will be held as scheduled.
New Safety & Security Procedures to be Implemented
Released: 25 April 2008 - 12 Noon
Trinity takes the safety and security of your children very seriously. As our church continues to grow, we must make changes and new policies relating to certain procedures in working with children under the age of 12.
Trinity’s Security Program, a team of professionally trained persons with medical and safety expertise, will enhance our protective services for Trinity’s youngest. As early as on the first day of June, Trinity will introduce new procedures in the handling of the check-in and check-out process of infants and children in the nursery and of students arriving and departing for weekly Children’s Programs (including Vacation Bible School). Certain new visible changes will soon be made available, such as:
- the replacement of the current nursery beeper system to “Parent Alert”, in which a number is associated with a nursery child and displayed on the Big Screen if the child should become upset. The small number will be displayed in the corner of the screen in a non-distracting way. (We realize that the beeper system did not always function correctly, and we are glad that Parent Alert will assure parents of their child’s safety.)
- a new ID and badge system to manage the arrival and departure of all children and the identification of persons allowed to pick up your child. This system will also provide information of a child’s special needs (such as food allergies, etc.) to nursery staff and security team members. The ID and badge system will be known as “Child Protect” and will not be an inconvenience to parents, but rather an extra layer of protection for children at our growing church.
- an in-house background screening system for all volunteers working with children and young adults under the age of 18 and all church staff members. While all persons who care for or volunteer in any way with Trinity’s children are subject to criminal background screenings at any time under state of Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §35-3-34 [d.2]) and U.S. law (Freedom of Information Act or FOIA), it is costly and time consuming on the part of the Church Office for local authorities to handle the screenings. The Church Office, under strict privacy guidelines, will soon be able to process criminal background checks and receive updated records on individuals instantly. The background check will be compulsory for all volunteers working with children and all church staff. The background screening at Trinity will be associated with Child Protect.
Children’s safety is a great concern for all of us at Trinity and these proactive procedures and prevention measures are in-line with other churches our size. Please contact security@nevilstrinity.org if you should have any questions or concerns.
Informational brochures will be made available soon and more details will be provided on this website under the children's section.
Trinity's Upcoming Revival Services
Released: 30 March 2008 - 4:00 PM
Trinity will hold spring revival services beginning on Sunday, April 20 at 10:45 a.m. with Dr. John Yarbrough.
Trinity's Sanctuary Choir will be in concert with the Mike Speck Trio on Sunday, April 20 at 6:00 p.m. There concert is at no cost, and no tickets are required to attend.
Revival services will also be held with Dr. Yarbrough on Monday, April 21 and Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m. All services and the concert will be held in the auditorium.
Trinity's Revival service held on Sunday, April 20 will broadcast on Northland Cable channel 2 in Statesboro, Brooklet, and Portal on Wednesday, April 23 and Friday, April 25.
Change of Regular Church Office Hours for Easter
Released: 12 March 2008 - 4:00 PM
All church offices will be closed on Thursday, March 20 at 12 noon and all day Friday, March 21 in observance of Good Friday and Easter.
Change of Regular Scheduling on Easter Sunday
Released: 12 March 2008 - 4:00 PM
In response to the early morning Sunrise Service that will be held on Easter morning, there will be NO afternoon programs or evening worship services on Easter Day.
Sunday School and Morning Celebration Services will be held as scheduled.
Your 2007 Contribution Statement
Released: 24 January 2008 - 4:00 PM
If you made a contribution to Trinity in 2007 of at least $250, a Contribution Statement has been mailed to you by the Office of Finance.
Upon receipt, please review your 2007 Contribution Statement for accuracy and report errors. For more details concerning your Contribution Statement, please view the contribution brochure or contact the Office of Finance by phone (912) 839-2599, ext. 20 or by email finance@nevilstrinity.org.
Remember to Update Your Church Profile
Released: 2 January 2008 - 4:00 PM
Please be sure to update your church profile if you have recently moved, had a child, changed names, or changed your telephone numbers. By updating your church profile, you will not be placed on any mailing list, and your details are protected by the Church Office Privacy Policy and the policies that govern this website.
To update your profile, please complete the online form, or contact the church office, or notify your Sunday School or Bible Study leader.
Contribution Statements to be Mailed
Released: 31 December 2007 - 12 Noon
If you made a financial contribution to Trinity during the year 2007, you will soon receive your personal contribution statement. If you should have any questions about your statement, or if you do not receive your statement, please contact the Office of Finance at finance@nevilstrinity.org or phone Regina Miles, Manager of Business Operations at (912) 839-2599, ext. 20.
Change of Regular Scheduling/Office Hours for Christmas
Released: 29 November 2007 - 4:00 PM
In response to the upcoming Christmas and New Year Holidays, NO programs or services, including Wednesday Meal will be held on Wednesday, December 26 and Wednesday, January 2.
The church office will be closed on Monday, December 24, Christmas Day, and December 26. In addition, the church office will be closed on Tuesday, January 1 (New Year's Day) and on Wednesday, January 2.
Regina Miles named Manager of Church Operations
Released: 26 November 2007 - 12 Noon
Joe Eason, Trinity's Senior Pastor, announced today that Regina Miles is the new Manager of Church Operations (this position formerly known as Business Secretary). Mrs. Miles manages the day-to-day business operations of church, including the handling of the "official" church calendar, is the director of purchasing and receiving, and is responsible for posting contributions and other business tasks.
Before beginning her position at Trinity, Regina worked at Denmark's Furniture in Brooklet for 29 years where she obtained a great deal of knowledge of working with the public, purchasing and receiving, and general accounting. Mrs. Miles is a charter (founding) member of Trinity, very dependable and extremely capable in making certain everything is "done right, the first time," as she is quoted. Regina has been trained at the college level in accounting and other business related fields and holds a degree in business.
Pastor Eason commented on Mrs. Miles kindness toward the public and her willingness to help others when assistance is needed in the church business office. Other members of staff welcome Regina as they beleive she will be an integral and positive team member for the church and to the mission of Trinity. Regina will truly be a great asset to the church congregration and the church office.
Regina Miles is married to Larry Miles, also a church member, and they have two children, Adam and Timothy, who were raised in church at Trinity. Regina is also a grandmother.
Regina's office hours will be from Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM, and on Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Mrs. Miles will be part of the newly created Office of Finance and can be reached by telephone at (912) 839-2599, ext. 20 or by emailing rmiles@nevilstrinity.org. Mrs. Miles office is located in "C" in the office suite.
Thanksgiving Week Church Schedule
Released: 16 November 2007 - 12 Noon
In response to the Thanksgiving Holiday, there will be NO Wednesday Meal served on Wednesday, November 21. A special Thanksgiving Message and Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Wednesday in the auditorium. No other programs, except for the Children's Choir Rehersal, will be held. The Children's Choir Rehersal will be held as scheduled.
All church offices will be CLOSED on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23.
No Evening Services on Homecoming Day
Released: 29 October 2007 - 12 Noon
There will be NO afternoon and evening programs and services held on Sunday, November 11 in response to the extended Homecoming Day events.
Church Conference Date Change
Released: 2 October 2007 - 12 Noon
Trinity's monthly business meeting for October will be held on Wednesday, October 17 in response to a conflict in scheduling. Please note: this is a change from regular scheduling of Church Conference and October's meeting will not be held Wednesday, October 10 as scheduled.
Pastor Eason Recieves Honor from Brewton-Parker College
Released: 30 April 2007 - 12:00 Noon
Recently, Joe Eason was recognized by Brewton-Parker College. Pastor Eason was selected as the "Ministerial Alumnus of the Year" for 2007. Pastor Eason graduated from Brewton-Parker College in 1968 prior to continuing his education at Georgia Southern College (now Georgia Southern University) and Luther Rice Seminary.
Read more at the Brewton-Parker Website (external link). Congratulations to our Pastor for this well-deserved honor.
Important Meeting for All Church Members Released: 27 April 2007 - 12:00 Noon
The Pastor and Church Deacons has called for an important meeting of all church members on Wednesday, May 2 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. This meeting is open to the public, including visitors and non-members of Trinity.
Details of this meeting will be made available following the meeting in this section of nevilstrinity.com.
Easter Day Schedule
Released: 5 March 2007 - 4:00 PM
On Easter Day (Sunday, April 8), Trinity will have a Sunrise Service at 7:00 a.m. at the rear parking lot. Following the Sunrise Service, a full breakfast will be served in the Family Life Center. Sunday School and Morning Celebration will be held at their regularly scheduled times (9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.), however NO afternoon or evening programs will be held. (In case of inclement weather, the Sunrise Service will be held in the auditorium.)
Church Conference Date Change
Released: 28 February 2007 - 12 Noon
Trinity's monthly business meeting for March will be held on Wednesday, March 7 in response to a conflict in scheduling. Please note: this is a change from regular scheduling of Church Conference and March's meeting will not be held Wednesday, March 14 as scheduled.
AWANA Children's Program Schedule Change
Released: 7 February 2007 - 12 Noon
The AWANA and Choir programs for children will have a new schedule beginning Sunday, February 18. AWANA clubs will only be held on Sundays from 4:00-5:45 p.m. The children's choirs will now practice on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. There will be no other events for children (age 3 through grade 6) on Wednesdays.
For more details, please read the important letter provided to all AWANA participants or click here to view the letter online.
Details of Called Meeting of Members
Released: 25 January 2007 - 8:00 AM
During a special called Conference on January 24, 2007, the members of Trinity unanimously decided to purchase forty-five acres of land adjacent to the current church property. Plans are being made now to construct a new worship center to accomodate our growing family. Information and details about the new contruction project will be made available on this website.
Important Meeting for All Church Members
Released: 21 January 2007 - 8:00 AM
The Pastor and Church Deacons has called for an important meeting of all church members on Wednesday, January 24 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. This meeting is open to the public, including visitors and non-members of Trinity.
Details of this meeting will be made available following the meeting in this section of nevilstrinity.com.
Christmas Eve & New Year's Eve Programs & Services
Released: 18 December 2006 - 12 Noon
No afternoon programs (including Sanctuary Choir practice and AWANA) will be held on Christmas Eve (December 24). Instead, a very special Christmas Eve Communion service will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. All regular morning bible study and Sunday School programs and worship services will be held on Christmas Eve.
Afternoon programs and the evening worship service will be not be held on New Year's Eve (December 31). All regular sunday morning programs and worship services will be held as scheduled.
Cancellation of Programs & Services Statement
Released: 18 December 2006 - 12 Noon
There will be no evening programs and services (including Wednesday Meal) held on Wednesday, December 27 in response to the Christmas Holidays.
Church Office Closed for Christmas Holidays & New Year's Day
Released: 18 December 2006 - 12 Noon
The church office will be closed from Monday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 27 in observance of Christmas. In addition, the church office will be closed on New Year's Day (January 1).
Thanksgiving Prayer Service Statement
Released: 15 November 2006 - 4:00 PM
A special Thanksgiving Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, November 22 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. No Wednesday Meal, AWANA Children's Program and FARM Evangelism Program will be held on Wednesday, November 22. However, the Children's Choir and Drama Ministry will rehearse as scheduled.
Church Office Closed for Thanksgiving
Released: 15 November 2006 - 4:00 PM
The church office will close on Wednesday, November 22 at noon and will re-open on Monday, November 27 at 9:00 AM. The church office will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
No Evening Services on Homecoming Day
Released: 29 October 2006 - 12 Noon
There will be no afternoon and evening programs and services held on Sunday, November 12 in response to the Homecoming Day service and lunch.
Schedule Change Notice for Wednesday Services
Released: 18 October 2006 - 2:00 PM
In response to the FARM Evangelism program, Mid-week Prayer Service will be held from 7:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. each Wednesday beginning November 1. (This is a change from 7:15 p.m.). For more details contact the church office.
Church Photo Album & Membership Directory Now Available
Released: 3 October 2006 - 2:00 PM
Trinity's church photo album and membership directory published by LifeTouch Church Directories are now available. If you had your portrait made with LifeTouch or have joined Trinity after February 2006, you are entitled to 1 (one) free directory (per family). Please stop by the church office for your copy. If you are not eligible for a free directory or for an additional directory, you may purchase a copy after December 15 at cost ($5) while supplies last.
Labor Day Statement
Released: 29 August 2006 - 2:00 PM
All Church Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The office will re-open at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, September 5.
Church Photo Directories to Be Available Mid-September
Released: 21 August 2006 - 9:00 AM
Trinity's church family photo album and member directory published by LifeTouch Church Directories will be available soon. The expected arrival date of the books is September 20. If you had your portrait made with LifeTouch, or if you have joined Trinity since February, a directory will be made available to you without cost. An announcement will be made when your directory will be available for pick-up. You can preview the directory now by clicking here (must have Adobe Acrobat Reader).
August Church Conference Postponed
Released: 2 August 2006 - 12 Noon
Trinity's business meeting for August has been cancelled (originally scheduled for August 9) due to a scheduling conflict. All July financial and business reports be available at the September 13 Conference.
The Christian Index Recognizes Trinity for Participation in SuperWow
Released: 20 July 2006 - 9:00 AM
In the Georgia Baptist Convention's monthly publication of The Christian Index, Trinity was recognized as one of the long-time supporters of the summer youth camp-- SuperWow. Nancy Eason, our pastor's wife, was interviewed in the article. The Georgia Baptist Convention began SuperWow 25 years ago, and Trinity's youth have participated in the camp for 23 years. To read the article that appeared in the July issue of The Christian Index visit www.christianindex.org/2429.article.
Released: 2 July 2006 - 7:00 PM
Today Trinity celebrated the 230th anniversary of our nation's independence with patriotic music, a video presentation, and a message by Max Burns, a true Christian statesman. Max Burns spoke on patriotism and the need for every person to “do good” as illustrated in the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke chapter 10. Dr. Burns challenged us to not be apathetic and Pastor Eason reiterated the need for Christians to stand up for what is Godly. View Max Burns's message online.
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