More than 350 people packed into the sanctuary, the hallways and the May room to bid Joe and Gail a fond farewell after more than 20 years.  The service was presided by Bishop Sauls and was mostly upbeat with a few tears.  They were presented with an official proclimation from the Vestry recognizing their dedication and serivce, a gift from the church members as a whole and a scrap book the included memories from the last 20 years.

But then the party was on.  The celebration was a wonderful opportunity to thank Joe and Gail, remember old times and get an idea of what they have planned for life after Trinity.  After a few hours, Joe and Gail were serenaded out to a custom version of"Thanks for the memories" and then a dixieland "When the saints go marching in"

There will be babysitting in the nursery and the Godly Playroom for children to age 5 and there will be food served for them. As a reminder, there will be no 8 AM or 10 AM service on the 21st.

Here are the audio announcements for the service that took place today, Sunday February 14th.  Click the play button below to hear them.  If you are reveiving this update via email, click the link in the email to the article on the site and you will see the play button at the bottom of the article.

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