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CHURCH MISSION STATEMENT: WE ARE JOYFULLY GATHERED TOGETHER BY GOD’S GRACIOUS LOVE IN JESUS CHRIST TO WORSHIP HIM, TO GROW IN FAITH
AND TO PROCLAIM JESUS BY WORD AND SERVICE.
THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH VANCOUVER, WA
JANUARY 2019 VOLUME 59 NUMBER 1
WWW.TRINITYVANCOUVER.ORG IDINGS
Resolution to Grow Closer as the Body of Christ in 2019 and Live for Jesus
“… I will make a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.” - Isaiah 43:19
By all indicators, 2018 was a divisive year. The politics of the year made for widespread conten-tion and a general distrust in public discourse. It seemed like no one could rise above it or get out from under it. It was pervasive. Many of us have never remembered having to live in such a frustrating year of non-faith rhetoric in our country’s history. Some of us wonder if it will be any different or better in 2019.
But a new year brings new hope. At Trinity, we hope as the Body of Christ that we may grow deeper in faith in our Lord Jesus and grow in love for one another. When the world acts like there is only one way to do something, faith always knows there is another, better way laid out before us. If the church doesn’t seem to have something it needs, then the Lord of the church will provide a new way to think, to use what it has in a new way, or the Lord will just make a way. That is what the Lord of heaven and earth does for his people of faith. God makes a way!
When the Herods of our world can only think of money, power, more power, and endless drivel of speech, the God of the Bible rises up with a message of hope and encouragement for the new year ahead. When the Pharoahs can only think in terms of the world’s ways of thinking about things, the God of the Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the same God who raised Jesus from the dead, rises up with a message of resurrection and promise for the year ahead so that the people of God can grasp a vision of life worth pursuing into a new year.
We don’t want the Herods’ and the Pharoahs’ vision of self-preservation, keeping their own way of life, having interest in only their family stock, their selfish pursuits. That is no vision for the church of the 21st Century world God has created. We want the vision of God—to pursue life for others, the Word of God invading and blessing every last person on earth. God calls us to this grand vision.
A brotherhood and sisterhood of peace and love for all nations is a vision big enough for the crea-tion God has brought forth in this world. It chooses to love a neighbor and seek their advantage, not take advantage. It chooses to be a neighbor, not deny the dignity that such a person exists for loving and honoring. It chooses to make Jesus known to all those born of the earth.
Let 2019 be a year of the pursuit of being neighborly, a friend of all people, and living for Jesus in all we do. Jesus came to this world and took stock of all humanity and loved people to the very end. The message of hope for us and for our world is that our Lord Jesus chooses community over judgment as the Prince of Peace. May the Lord grant us his vision of hope and encouragement to live for the advancement of others in 2019. May God make a way glorious for Trinity in 2019! May the Lord preserve us for such productive pursuits!
Pastors Gary and Ruth Larson
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TIDINGS
PAGE 3 TIDINGS
Children’s News by Brian Brown
360-695-1221 Ext# 13
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Christmas Program and Gingerbread
Upcoming Kids
Events!
“God’s Love”
special
Sunday School
event! (TBD)
Weekly
Activities:
Worship
Sundays 9:30 AM
and 11:00 AM
Sunday School
All Ages 9:30 AM
Sundays
Trinity Kid’s
Club On “Early
Release Mondays at
2:30—4:30 PM
The annual Children’s Christmas Program went well again this year
and we thank all those who helped make it run smoothly. I also want to thank everyone
who came out to watch. The kids really enjoyed the big crowd this year. Lastly, big thanks as always to Crystal, Fred, and their team for the always fun Gingerbread House making. It was a great
evening!
Trinity Kid’s Club!
On early release Mondays from 2:30—4:30 PM. We have had several new kids join us this year! What a fun
group. We play games, sing, do crafts, eat yummy snacks, hear Bible stories, and much more. It is free and a lot of fun. We can always use more adult volunteers
as well. If interested contact the office.
PAGE 5 TIDINGS
Youth Cake Auction
TLC Youth Newsletter
Upcoming
Events!
MERGE—Early release activities
for Middle school youth. Starts in Sep-
tember. 2:30—4:30 PM on
early release
Mondays
HS Lock-in
March 22nd
MS Lock-in
March 8th
Weekly Activities:
Confirmation—
6:15—7:30 PM
Wednesdays
HS Youth Group
1st and 3rd
Sunday nights
6:00—7:30 PM
Worship
Sundays 9:30 AM
and 11:00 AM
M.E.R.G.E.
Our Middle School Early Release program has been a hit so far. Playing games,
laughing, learning the Bible, doing service projects, etc.
Come join the fun! 2:30—4:30 PM on early
release Mondays.
HS Summer Mission Trip!
The mission trip will be to San Francisco this summer! July 14—20. The cost will be $250 per person or less depending on fundraising. Talk to Brian if you are
thinking of going! Register now with $50 deposit. We have 8 youth so far! Don’t miss these trips, they are well worth it.
Our annual cake auction will be Sunday, February 24 this year.
The theme will be the 50’s! Save the date and come support
our youth at Trinity!
Christmas Program!
Youth Christmas Party
More info and pics @
www.trinityvancouver.org
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WELLNESS CORNER by, Linda Thompson
TIDINGS
January- Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Everything to Know About Cervical Cancer
According to MedicalDaily.com, 30 years ago cervical cancer
was among the leading cancer killers among women. But if
there’s good news to be had, it’s that the death rate from
cervical cancer has dropped more than 50-percent since, and is
now considered “one of the most preventable types of cancer,”
notes the source..
There’s a Main Cause: Not all cancers have causes that can
be traced so definitively, but in the case of cervical cancer,
human papillomavirus (HPV) is usually the culprit; spread through intimate contact.
There’s a Vaccine to Reduce Risk: While recommended cervical cancer screening doesn’t begin until age
21, the vaccine can be administered at a much earlier age (11 or 12-yearold should get 2-shots of the HPV
vaccine 6 to 12-months apart.
It’s Among the Most Preventable Cancers: 12,000-women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cervical can-
cer each year (and 4,000-will die), it’s also one of the most preventable forms of cancer, thanks to screening
tests that allow for earlier detection and treatment, the death rate from cervical cancer in the U.S. drops by
about 2-percent each year.
Symptoms May Not Appear Till Late: early cervical cancer and pre-cancers usually have no symptoms.
Symptoms often do not begin until the cancer becomes invasive and grows into nearby tissue. When this
happens, the most common symptoms are: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, heavier and longer menstrual periods,
unusual vaginal discharge (color, scent) and pain during sex. Pelvic region pain is also a telltale sign to see a
doctor.
As the second most common type of cancer for women worldwide, It’s also one of the most treatable and
preventable cancers. This is why regular pap smears and vaginal exams are a necessity, especially if you
encounter any of these symptoms because it could save your life.
https://medlineplus.gov/cervicalcancer.ht
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!
TIDINGS
Church office: 695-1221
Pastors: ext. 15
Parish Nurse: ext. 28
Janet (Finance): ext. 11
Brian (Youth & Children): ext. 14
Trinity Lutheran Church. . . building bridges to our community. . . providing opportunities for
growth.
Community Groups Meeting at TLC:
AA 55+: M,W,F 1:30 pm / AR & T 10 am / AR
Alzheimer's: 2nd Monday, 1:00 pm / L, MC, CR
Lutheran Community Services, Wed. 1 pm, / NW
Spinning Wheels;4th Tues., 6 pm / SH
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KEY TO ROOM ABBREVIATIONS:
TH: Trinity Hall S: Sanctuary L: Library
SH: Stolee Hall NW: North Wing NX: Narthex
CR: Conference Room MC: Memorial Chapel YR: Youth Room
AR: Activities Room HM: Home of Member
Eric Mellesdal 01/01
Rodney Swanson 01/02
Manuel Montoya 01/04
Yeshia Montoya 01/04
Eric Nelson 01/04
Doug Smith 01/04
Reese Unruh 01/04
Pastor Gary Larson 01/05
Thomas Selfridge 01/05
Emerson McGill 01/06
Don Sailer 01/09
Penny Collins 01/10
Lars Olson 01/10
Samuel Niedner 01/12
Jon Anderson 01/14
Jonathan Unruh 01/15
Greg Wagnild 01/15
Kenneth Ellertson 01/17
Mark Ellertson 01/17
Gregory Collins 01/18
Keith Collins 01/20
Keith Molyneux 01/21
Betty Morrison 01/21
Gretchen Pfeifer 01/21
Adam C Bauman 01/23
Abbie Wisch 01/23
Lillie Hale 01/24
Hannah Larson 01/26
Jean Alexander 01/30
Kacie Dill 01/30
Matt Case 01/31
Lynn Miller 01/31
Greg Schmitt 01/31
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Fin
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belo
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ver
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wh
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f p
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k a
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gs.
Ph
ilip
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ns 4
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Cover: Resolution to Grow Closer as the Body of Christ in 2019 and Live for Jesus……………….Page 1
TLC Photos………………………………………………………………………………………………....Pages 2-3
Children’s News………………………………………………………………………………………….....Page 4
Youth News………………………………………………………………………………………...………..Page 5
Wellness Corner…………………………………………………………………………………………....Page 6
Calendar, Birthdays………………………………………………………………………………….…….Pages 7-9
JANUARY 2019 VOLUME 59 NUMBER 1
309 W 39TH STREET ♦ VANCOUVER, WA 98660-1959
360.695.1221
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TIDINGS
Trinity Lutheran Church
309 W 39th Street
Vancouver WA 98660-1959
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