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July 29, 2026 The Trinity Tribune

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 2nd, 2026

Services at Trinity Church:

8:00 am Holy Eucharist

12:00 pm Santa Eucaristía

Service at Old Swedes Church:

9:30 am Holy Eucharist With Music

Want to Live Stream the Service?

Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can be part of the service. Simply use the links below to tune in.

Streaming on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@TrinityParishDE

Streaming on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinityparishde

Bulletins can be found on the homepage of our website next to the Live Stream links.

Need Directions?

Directions to Trinity Church and Old Swedes Church can be found by clicking HERE.

Please note that the sign for our 11th Street lot only notes Colonial Parking. You can park there without issue after 5 pm on weekdays and on Saturday and Sunday.

Introductions to This Sunday’s Lessons

Genesis 32.22-31

After serving Laban for many years, Jacob has decided to return home to Canaan. He has sent messengers ahead to Esau seeking favor with him, but they have returned with the news that his brother is bringing an army with him. He has asked God for deliverance and has sought to appease Esau.

Romans 9.1-5

Paul has written of the new life in Christ, in the love of God, aided by the Holy Spirit. Christians are adopted as children of God and share in the heritage of Christ. Now he confronts a thorny question: why have most of God’s people, the Jews, rejected the good news?

Matthew 14.13-21

Jesus performs a miracle; he multiplies loaves and fishes to feed five thousand men, plus women and children.

Worship Service Volunteers Needed

Every Sunday

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Reminder For August Services

For the five Sundays in August this year, we will have our English Language Said Holy Eucharist at 8.00 am at Trinity Church and Holy Eucharist with Music at 9.30 am at Old Swedes Church. We will not have Sunday Worship Service at 10.00 am at Trinity Church or Saturday Worship at Old Swedes Church in August. The 12.00 noon Spanish-language Holy Eucharist will remain at Trinity Church as usual. Children are welcome to participate in all Services at Old Swedes and at Trinity Church. Nursery Care for Small Children will not be available during the month of August.

The Worship Service at Old Swedes will be live streamed via Facebook by clicking the link on the homepage of Trinity Parish website (TrinityOldSwedes.church).

Red Wagon Ministry

For the month of August, we are collecting items for Friendship House Transitional Housing. Items needed for donation: paper towels, paper plates, toilet paper, Clorox wipes, liquid dish soap, dishwasher pods, hand soap, and plastic bags (quart and gallon size). The Children bring the Red Wagon with your generous donations to the Altar to be blessed during the Offertory Procession on Sundays!

For more information, please contact Sarah Berninger (berninger59@comcast.net). Thank you!

Ministry Written Reports for Annual Parish Meeting

Ministry Leaders are kindly asked to submit their written Annual Report for 2026 to Brian Embriani (brian@trinityparishde.org) by 1:00pm on Monday, August 17th 2026. Thanks in advance for your generosity of time.

LITURGICAL LEADS:

Flower Arrangers Guild – Ashlin Bray

Floral Donations – Niki Ingram, Martha Diver

Altar Guild – Bob Contino

Wedding Guild – Brian Embriani

Usher Guild – Jim Maxwell

Audiovisual – Robbie Smith

Lector – Betsy Chapin

Acolytes – Doug & Leslie McQuirter

Eucharistic Ministers – Kathryn Jakabcin

Master of Ceremonies – Sarah Berninger

BELONGING TEAMS LEADS:

Women’s Group – Beth Copson

Women’s Annual Retreat – Kim Denhardt

Men’s Group – Don Copson

Trinity Pride – Jill Leonard

Ministry of Aging – Jerry Lucas

Pastoral Care – Niki Ingram

Special Events – Daphne Arrindell, Margaret Vavala

Foyer Groups Return This Fall!

As the days begin to cool and fall approaches, it’s time for the return of our Foyer Groups! If you’re new to Trinity, Foyer Groups are a wonderful way to connect with others in our parish. Each group consists of approximately 8–10 people who gather three or four times throughout the year to share a meal and enjoy fellowship. These gatherings have become a cherished tradition, offering opportunities to build meaningful friendships and get to know fellow parishioners you may not otherwise have the chance to meet. Each year, the groups are reorganized so that new connections can continue to grow throughout our church family.

A sign-up sheet will be available in the church for anyone who would like to participate. You’ll be asked whether you’re willing to host a gathering, but hosting is completely optional. If you’re unable to host, we hope that won’t keep you from joining! We all have different circumstances, and every group works together to make the gatherings happen. Meals can be held any day of the week, at any time of day, and can be as casual or as elaborate as the group prefers.

Everyone is welcome! Singles and couples are encouraged to participate, and if only one person in a couple would like to join, that’s perfectly fine as well. Parishioners of all ages are invited. If you would like to participate but need transportation to the gatherings, simply note that on the sign-up sheet, and we’ll do our best to arrange a ride.

If you have any questions please contact the office or Niki Ingam at niki.ingram@gmail.com.

ENCORE CHORALE Returns to Trinity for its Fifth Season!

CALLING ALL SINGERS 55 & OLDER!

The Encore Chorale of Wilmington begins its FIFTH rehearsal/concert season here at Trinity on Wednesday, August 26th. Registration is now OPEN online for the fall semester at EncoreCreativity.org. No prior singing experience is necessary, and no audition is required. Encore focuses on creating musical excellence while also having a ton of fun. David Simmons, Trinity’s Director of Music, is the conductor of the Encore Chorale of Wilmington. Each semester is 15 weeks in length and culminates in a public performance here at Trinity. Weekly rehearsals will be held at Trinity on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Full and partial scholarships based on financial need are available.

For more details, email David at david@trinityparishde.org

Our Future Christian Childcare Center Summer Camp Adventure Experience!

This is a fun-filled summer program for children ages 5–12 (must have completed Kindergarten). The camp runs June 8, 2026, through August 21, 2026, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The weekly cost is $200, and families can contact the camp at 302-654-2081 or ourfutureccc@gmail.com for registration and additional details or to sponsor a child.

Each week brings a new adventure with engaging themes designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and learning. Campers will explore exciting topics such as Arts & Crafts, Around the World, Rainforest, Lost in Space, Ocean Views, Pirate Adventures, LEGO Structure building, Science Experiments, Fairy Tales, Star Wars Galaxy, and Roblox Exploration. Every day includes structured play-and-learn activities that encourage children to build friendships, try new experiences, and create lasting memories in a safe, supportive environment!

Campers are transported on a bus from Our Future Christian Childcare Center at Old Swedes, located at 800 E 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.

Field trips are an exciting part of the summer experience, with a separate cost of $200. Campers will visit locations such as Sky Zone, Christiana Skating Center, Grand Opera House Wilmington, Bowling Alley, and enjoy trips to Killens Pond Water Park, Regal Cinemas, and Brown’s Pool, as well as a weekly swimming day. Register your child today to join in on the fun!

New Parish Prayer Group

We meet God in prayer for those in our parish and community who are hurting, in need of help and healing. Join us Tuesdays at 11:30 am in the nook of the Trinity dining room.

Questions? Contact Marty Emeritz; call or text 202-352-3149, email marty.emeritz@gmail.com.

Epiphany House Volunteer Opportunity

Trinity Parish is seeking a volunteer to help provide transportation for residents of Epiphany House (722 N. Union Street) to ShopRite for grocery shopping on the second Tuesday of September and October. Coverage has been found for July and August, but September and October still need volunteers.

This is a simple but meaningful way to support members of our community. The volunteer would pick up a resident at 6:30 p.m., drive them to ShopRite, and return them to Epiphany House when they are finished shopping. There is no need to accompany the resident into the store.

To volunteer or learn more, please contact Beth Copson at bcopson@comcast.net or 302-584-6855.