October 2026
October Circuit Rider newsletter | October 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 October 28. 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.
The Diamond Point Women's Bible Study
Held in Diamond Point on Mondays at 1pm. They are 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 Marilyn Hryciw or Trinity United Methodist Church office.
New Discussion Group—The Wired Word: Faith Meets the Front Page
Held on Thursdays, 12:00–1:00pm beginning October 1 with a light lunch included. What does Scripture have to say about what's happening in the world right now? Join us each week for The Wired Word, a lively discussion class that connects current events with biblical wisdom. We will dig into a timely news story and explore it through the lens of faith — asking hard questions, wrestling with Scripture, and discovering how the ancient text still speaks to our modern moment. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your appetite — lunch is on us. Just an hour of thoughtful conversation with friends. Facilitated by Lewis Godby. Please reach out to be added to the discussion group newsletter. All are welcome. Come as you are; leave a little wiser.
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.
Handbell Practice Begins Thursday, October 1 at 1:30pm
For information, contact Tom McFadden.
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.
Upcoming Events:
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: October 2 and 16.
Simple Board Governance Informational Meeting—Sunday, October 4
An all-church email was sent out on Wednesday, September 16 with details about Simple Board Governance. Join us after worship on October 4 for discussion and if you have additional questions.
World Communion Sunday Offering—October 4
World Communion Sunday is one of six churchwide Special Sundays designated to support ministries and causes important to the entire United Methodist Church. On this Sunday, United Methodists join Christians around the world in celebrating Holy Communion, remembering that we are one in Christ, no matter our background, language, or culture. But it’s more than just worship. It’s also a time to support scholarships and leadership training for students from underrepresented communities—helping the Church become more inclusive and better equipped to serve. Special Sundays give us a chance to focus our prayers and support on important ministries all year long—uniting our gifts to multiply our impact. Your generosity supports scholarships, grants, and programs that help prepare the next generation of church leaders. Please consider donating to this important cause. Checks can be written to TUMC; specify "World Communion Sunday" on the memo line.
Wanted: Crafters, Quilters, Bakers, Cooks
Pastor Vonda is looking to start a Home Economics type club for youth in our community who want to learn to cook, bake, and/or sew. If you would be interested in helping with this endeavor, come to an informational meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at 2:30 pm. Please speak with Pastor Vonda if you have any ideas or questions.
Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Concert
Saturday, October 10 at 7:00pm, hosted here at Trinity United Methodist Church
Visiting our Homebound
While we are always happy that people attend worship and events at the church, there are those in our church family who are unable to get out and about. Diane Davis has been visiting some of our folks for many years. Pastor Vonda also visits and serves communion. We are looking for people who would like to commit an hour or two a month to visiting the homebound in our church family. If you are one of those people, please come to an organizing gathering on Tuesday, October 13 at 1:00 p.m. If you are interested and can’t make the meeting, please see Pastor Vonda for more information.
135th Harvest Celebration Following Worship Service on October 18
A harvest celebration in the form of a baked potato bar, will be held immediately after the Sunday service on October 18. Reservations for the buffet-style meal, which will include LaVeta’s chili, apple cake and ice cream, will be taken after church in the fellowship hall on September 27, October 4 and 11. As you reserve your spot, there will be an opportunity to make a donation to cover food costs. All are welcome.
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
October is here and so is Trunk or Treat. We are excited for families to join us in the parking lot as we hand out candy on October 31, 4:00-6:00 p.m. We will gather at 3:30 to park cars and get ready. If you would like to join Pastor Vonda and Tom, there is a sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall. If you are unable to be with us and would like to help out, we need CANDY, lots and lots of candy! Please bring candy to church office beginning October 15. You are encouraged to dress up and decorate your trunk or truck bed. But, you certainly don’t have to. The goal is to provide a safe place for young people to go Trunk or Treating. Please see Pastor Vonda for more information.
United Methodist Student Day—November 1
UMC Student Day is normally celebrated on the last Sunday in November. However, because that is also a Noisy Can Sunday, TUMC will observe Student Day on Sunday November 1st. Student Day is a denomination-wide Special Sunday dedicated to students’ education and faith development. The day emphasizes the importance of education in shaping future Christian leaders and providing opportunities for service, leadership, and spiritual growth. Contributions go directly to scholarships for United Methodist students, helping remove barriers to higher education at either the undergraduate or graduate level. Checks can be made out to TUMC; write “Student Day” on the memo line.
Veterans' Day Service
Our Veterans' Day Service will be held on Sunday, November 8. We are creating a slide show of our church family members who served in the military. We are requesting pictures to be submitted by Monday, October 19 to the office or email to Lawrence Charters, (Sight & Sound Team, communications@sequimtumc.org). We need the following information: Full Name, Military Branch (i.e. Army, Navy, Coast Guard, etc.). Pictures will be returned. For other Questions, please contact Marsha Chatfield