AUGUST
Newsletter
Crusaders Gospel Band
Sunday, August 3 7:00 PM
This gospel group has been singing together for 44
years, the same four people. As teenagers in the mid-
60s they grew to be one of the Midwest’s best-known
gospel groups. In the 70s they started traveling full-
time sharing the stage with other nationally known
southern gospel groups.
Their unique blend of praise and worship songs and
southern gospel music appeals to all ages. There is no
charge, but a free will offering will be taken.
Labor Day Church Float
We will be participating in Keokuk Labor Day Parade,
Monday, September 1. The theme this year will be
“Keokuk Patriotism.” We need volunteers to help build
Trinity float. If you would like to help, please call the
church office. Thanks.
Your Mommy: Line Dance Ministry
The dance ministry opens the door to all who love to
praise Him in dance, (Psalm 150). Line Dancing is on
Mondays, 5:00 — 6:00 p.m. Come and join your friends
for dance and fellowship.
Beginners welcome—we have new people each and
every week.
Flood Recovery 2008
Trip to Cedar Rapids
Saturday, August 9
Leave Trinity 7AM Arrive back 7PM
Wear: long sleeved shirt, long pants, covered toe
shoes
Bring: face mask, protective eye wear, rubber
gloves
Food/Water: provided by Outreach Committee
Transportation: caravan of vehicles-Outreach will take
care of the gas as needed.
We are in contact with Salem United Methodist Church
in downtown Cedar Rapids and hopefully we will be
able to work with them on their rebuilding.
Please, please sign up to go on this worthwhile trip to
help those in dire need. Trinity needs to pull together
to take a large number of persons to this area and
“minister” to those in need of all the helpful hands that
we can send. Ages 13 to adult.
Pray hard and let God tell you that this is indeed the
work you need to do !!!
Call Pastor Dass or Becky if any questions
Summer Festival
A carnival will be held on the front parking lot of our
church on Friday, August 15, 6:00-8:00 PM. We will be
serving free food, ice cream, games for children and
KOKX will play music from our site for two hours. We
are also in contact with WGEM station to mention
Trinity Summer Festival during
6:00PM news. We will give away school supplies to
children and names will drawn for special prizes. We
are searching local music band to play after
8:00 pm for street dance. We need tons of volunteers
to help with the festival. Call the church office, if you
can help. Come and help us minister to our community.
Thanks.
Direct Deposit Donations
We are working with the bank in establishing Direct
Deposit, making it easier for those who travel, to
support the ministries of the church while they are out
of town. If you are interested in knowing more about
this service, please speak to Mary Morris or Pastor
Emmanuel.
New Teachers’ Tea
We are again hosting New Teachers’ Tea on Friday,
August 15, 8:00 a.m. We have invited the teachers of
Keokuk Public and Catholic Schools. Please come and
welcome new teachers to our community.
Leadership Institute
The Church of the Resurrection is offering leadership
workshop, October 2-3, 2008. There will also be
Contemporary Worship Institute from September 30
through October 2. If interested, please call the
church.
Sunday School Teachers
Sunday School will resume Sunday, September 7. We
are looking for people to serve as teachers and
helpers. As you know, teaching is a joyful opportunity
to share with children the mighty works of God in
Jesus Christ. We have been blessed with people, who
see Christian Education as one of the most important
ministries of our church, giving their time and talent.
We are deeply appreciative of their efforts. If you
would like to help this coming semester, please call
the church office or speak with Randy. Thanks.
3rd ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL
AUGUST 15 6-8 PM
Front Circle Drive of Trinity
“Free” Root Beer & Strawberry Floats
“Free” Hot Dogs “Free” Pop
“Free” Popcorn “Free” Face Painting
“Free” Carnival w/Prizes “Free” School Supplies
Donations Needed:
School Supplies—elementary:
16/24 count crayons #2 pencils
paper pocket folders Fiskars scissors –blunt
rubber wedge erasers Fiskars scissors-pointed 5”
Elmer’s white glue pencil box 5’’X8”
spiral notebooks 70 pg–wide
glue sticks
pencil bag with zipper
loose leaf paper-wide lined
vinyl pocket folders/3 prongs/2 pockets
School Supplies-Middle School:
spiral notebook—wide lined 2 pocket folder
#2 pencils red, blue or black pens
set/colored pencils 24 count crayons
pencil case or bag loose leaf paper-wide lined
Carnival:
Juice & bottles of pop for ring toss game; cakes,
cookies, brownies for cake walk
Door Prizes:
Basketballs Footballs Soccer Balls
Back Pack CD Players Bicycles
Gift Cards
Monetary donations are welcome, purchases will be
made for those items or prizes that we are in need
of…….
FREE Piano Lessons:
On Wednesday mornings from 10-11am class piano
lessons are available to those who wish to learn how
to play. The lessons will continue through August. It is
not too late to come and join us.
Monday Morning Prayer Group
The early church began as a prayer meeting. It was
through prayer that they received the power to carry
out the mission of Jesus. It is through prayer that God
is free to reach and use us. Come and join us for
prayer on Monday mornings at 10 AM in Diver Lounge.
Sunday Worship
We witness the transforming power of Christ through
our regular presence in worship. Don’t let anything
else come between regular worship and yourself. Why
don’t you invite a friend or neighbor to come with you
each Sunday.
Newsletter Page 2
NEWS UPDATE !!!!! Flood Relief 2008 Work trip to Marion, Iowa August
3-August 8
Pray hard !!! Make the right decision to help our Iowa neighbors !!!
You, Yes You are needed now!!!