September 2026
September Circuit Rider newsletter | September Calendar
Taize Prayer Service
4th Wednesday of Every Month in the Sanctuary at 6:30PM
Our Taizé services are on the 4th Wednesday of each month with the next one being on September 23. Taizé worship includes candlelight, prayers, readings, silence, and soft music with repetitive words led by singers and musicians. Starting this month, we will be blessed with both piano and a recorder at our service. The service is very meditative and offers an opportunity to step away from the commotion of everyday life and experience silence, while centering yourself on the Lord. You are invited to come and listen to what God is saying to you and find peace in this troubled world.Taizé Prayer Service
Ongoing Events
The Sunday Bible Study led by Joey Olson meets at 11:20 a.m. They are studying the Book of Acts.
Women’s Bible Study (in-person)
Mondays, at 9:30 am. Women’s Bible Study to begin a New Book - Beginning Monday June 8, 9:30am, they will be studying the book Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds by John Fugelsang. A humorous yet informative guide that challenges far-right Christian fundamentalism by using biblical scripture to expose hypocrisy and advocate for love, mercy, and religious clarity. For information contact Barb Parse.
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study (in-person)
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study. Breakfast is at 8:30 am on Mondays. The Bible Study begins at 9:30, and they just began studying the book: A New New Testament, A Bible for the 21st Century, Combining Traditional and Newly Discovered Texts, with commentary by Hal Taussig. All men are welcome! For information contact Jim Davis.
An additional Women’s Bible Study Begins
It will be held in Diamond Point on Mondays at 1pm beginning September 7. They will be studying the book: Making Sense of the Bible, Rediscovering the Power of Scripture Today by Adam Hamilton. All women are welcome. If you are interested in joining them, contact the Trinity United Methodist Church office.
Join the Choir!
All vocal levels welcome — just a simple audition to keep us on key. We ask for consistent commitment, so worship has steady musical leadership, but you’re welcome whether you’re in for a season or for the long haul. Rehearsals: Sundays 9:00–9:20am before worship and Wednesdays 4:00–5:30pm. Questions? Contact Betsy Noland, Music Coordinator, or Jerry Wright, Choir Director.
Morning Prayer Group meets Thursdays in the Disciple Room at 9:15am.
This prayer group is for anyone who wishes to come. It has a simple structure and lasts 45 minutes.
Clallam Children’s Choir begins in September with a Parent's Meeting on Thursday, September 17 at 5:30pm with Children's program beginning on Thursday, September 24 at 4:15pm.
Upcoming Events:
Methodism 101 and Potluck September 13
Have you wondered what Methodism is all about? Have you ever wondered what we believe about baptisms, what sacraments are observed, or even what a sacrament is? Ever heard of the Book of Discipline? These questions and more will be answered on September 13 after worship in the Fellowship Hall. We will gather for a potluck to fill our stomachs with good food and then, for those who wish to learn more or become a member of the church, will gather to talk about the United Methodist Church. All are welcome to attend, member or not, desire to join or not. Please speak with Pastor Vonda if you have questions.
Coming Soon! Handbells are returning to Trinity.
Tom McFadden will lead a handbell group this Fall. Tom and Pastor Vonda will perform a handbell duet of “For the Beauty of the Earth” on September 6. If you’re interested in joining the group, please speak with Tom or let the church office know.
The TLC Team Needs You!
On the first and third Fridays of the month we do light maintenance around the church—jobs big and small. We begin with prayer at the front of the church at 9:30, then work the jobs. At the end, we enjoy coffee and delicious treats while socializing. Won’t you join the TLC team? You’ll be welcomed! Workdays this month: September 4 and 18.
“Lock and Learn” event, Friday, September 18
Also, at 9:30-10am on the 18th there will be a “Lock and Learn” event – a 30-minute tutorial designed to boost your confidence, showing people how to use their alarm codes and how to secure the building before leaving.
Love One Another Sermon Series
We will begin a 5-week sermon series from September 27 through October 25 called “Love One Another.” “Love is not an idea, love is action.” Jesus gathered with those around a table who would betray him. He was always gathering those who disagreed with him or felt threatened by him. And yet, at the Last Supper, he told his disciples to “love one another as I have loved you.” Throughout his ministry, he modeled this love for others. We are called to do the same.
Week 1 - “Love One Another”
Week 2 - “Show Us”
Week 3 - “Abide in Love”
Week 4 - “You are My Friends”
Week 5 - “Grieving to Rejoicing”
Trunk or Treat
Do you like to dress up for Halloween? Do you like to hand out candy? Would you like to join others at the church on October 31 to do both? Then we have a place for you. We want to provide a safe place for kids to come and receive candy and let them know we want to be a part of their lives. If you don’t like to dress up, just come and open your trunk. If you don’t feel you can participate by being at the church, you can bring candy to help us have enough. We’ll have more information in the October newsletter but feel free to reach out if you have any questions.