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Volume 15, Issue 1 • January 2017
TRINITY'S
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Sunday
Wednesday
8:00 am - Worship Service
9:15 amSunday School/Bible Classes
10:30 am - Worship Service
6:30 pm - Worship Service
9:15 am (Solid Rock Café)Contemporary Worship Service
11:00 amMonthly Communion Worship
2nd Wednesday each Month
FEATURED INSIDE:
Homebound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Bible Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
School/Children/Youth. . . . 6-7
Women's/Ladies Aid . . . . . . . 9
Stewardship . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Financial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Lectionary/Bdays . . . . . . . . 13
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
New Group News . . . . . . . . . 8
Nurse's Corner. . . . . . . . . . . 10
Happy Anniversary! ~Rev. Michael J. Roth
CONNECTED
"Connected" is published monthly by:
Trinity Lutheran Church & School
619 Main Street • St. Joseph, MI 49085Church Office: 269-983-5000 • School Office: 269-983-3056
Believe it or not we are celebrating 150years of God's goodness and grace thisyear. On May 13, 1867, the DeutscheEvangelischeLutherischeDreieinigkeitsGemeinde (German Evangelical Lutheran TrinityChurch) was founded and incorporated by20 charter members, originally from theEvangelical Lutheran Church of Bainbridge,Michigan. The first pastor to serve Trinitywas Rev. Johann Freiertag. In less than fourmonths these original members built anddedicated their first church building at acost of $857.21. There is no way theseforward thinking and faithful Lutheranscould have envisioned the next 150 years.It is equally hard for us to look back andimagine what life was like in those earlydays of Trinity Lutheran Church of St.Joseph, MI.
In 1867 the United States was justbeginning the period of Reconstruction, twoyears after the Civil War had ended. Thepresident was Andrew Johnson. Thepopulation of St. Joseph was around 2900and it was still 25 years away from beingincorporated as a city. In the same year,Nebraska became the 37th state in theUnion and Alaska was purchased fromRussian at the cost of about 2 cents peracre. The first intercontinental railroad wasstill two years away. Alfred Nobel inventeddynamite and Joseph Lister developed thefirst antiseptic used in surgery. Notableauthors of that year included: Victor Hugo,Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, LewisCarroll, Jules Verne, Charles Dickens,George Eliot, Karl Marx and Horatio Alger.1867 was also the year that saw the birthsof Cy Young, Wilbur Wright, Frank LloydWright, S.S. Kresge, and Scott Joplin. Peoplelived without electricity, indoor plumbing,and automobiles.
150 years later the United States gained 13more states, endured the Spanish-AmericanWar, World War I, World War II, KoreanWar, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War,Afghanistan War, Iraq War, and the war onterrorism. Homes and churches enjoy such
modern conveniences as electricity, indoorplumbing, telephones, gas heating andcentral air conditioning, computertechnology, electric PA systems, overheadprojection screens, automobiletransportation, to name just a few. It is a verydifferent world today than it was when Trinitywas first founded.
Over those years thousands of membershave worshiped at Trinity and attended ourChristian Day School. Our third and currentchurch building was dedicated 92 years ago,and our current school about 64 years ago.There has been a lot of changes in ourcountry, our community and our church overthose years. Pastors, teachers and memberscome and go, but one thing remains thesame - the goodness and grace of ourfaithful God, who is the same yesterday,today and forever. As we celebrate our thirdJubilee this year we will be reflecting onwhere we have been, where we are and bythe grace of God, where we will be going. Asmuch as we may be tempted to focus onourselves and even take some pride in ourhistory, all glory and honor belongs to God.He is the One who has blessed us in the pastand still does today. He is the One whoseSon gave up His life on the cross so that wemight have forgiveness and salvation. Thesegifts of God's grace are dispensed at Trinitytoday, as they have been for the past 150years through Baptism, the Sacrament of theAltar and the preaching and teaching of theWord. This is really what it is all about, theproclamation of the Gospel through Wordand Sacrament. This is why the foundingfathers started this congregation and it is whystill exit today.
We do not know what the future will bring forour dear old Trinity. We do not know whatthe future will be for our country or for any ofus as individuals. But, we do know this, Godis faithful and He who holds the future in Hishands will also hold us. We have a blessedhistory and by God's grace, we look forwardto a bright future, for His love and mercyendures forever.
TRINITY LUTHERAN
CHURCH & SCHOOL
STAFF DIRECTORY
619 Main StreetSt. Joseph, MI 49085
Church Office: 269-983-5000Church Fax: 269-983-8933
School Office: 269-983-3056School Fax: 269-983-0037
Early Childhood Center: 269-983-0040
Senior Pastor269-983-5000 x412 • Cell: [email protected]
269-983-5000, [email protected]
Principal269-983-3056 [email protected]
www.trinitystjoe.org
Pastor Michael Roth,
Vicar
Terry Bird,
Pastor Anthony Gerber,
Debby Miskill
Nathan Chaffee
Paula Steuernagel,
Assistant Pastor269-983-5000, [email protected]
,269-983-5000 [email protected]
, Technology269-983-5000 [email protected]
Dir. Of Music Ministry269-983-3056, ext. [email protected]
Roger Mullet
Robyn Adams,
Jan Yelding,
Susan Moore,
Betty Perrone,
ECC Director269-983-0040, [email protected]
Women's & Children's Ministry
Parish Nurse269-983-5000, x417,[email protected]
Financial Coordinator269-983-5000, [email protected]
Church Secretary269-983-5000, ext. 401,[email protected]
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MEMORIALSThe following have made a gift to Trinity Lutheran Churchor School.
In memory of Bill Sprunk:
In memory of Leroy Archut:
In memory of Ted Mutz:
In memory of Howard Pavlides:
Cynthia RockwellMike & Amy Semenak
Fred & Leslie LeitzJohn & Paula JakubsPat & Christi MangoldJack & Elaine WilliamsPaul & Julie LangdonTom & Jen MilnikelPaula SteuernagelBrian BerndtPastor Anthony & Stacy GerberMarc FreudenburgSteve & Mary ShulerMike & Michelle BrowWilliam ServerSusan CaseSteve & Heidi LockmanMike & Amy SemenakElizabeth GrowGladys PickeringMargie DavisRich & JoAnne Hackbarth
Karen Stegemiller
Bryan & Kathy VirgilDeb & Marge MihlhauserWilliam & Suzanne NemitzIrene & Walter ReimlandIngrid ElsnerDean & Marilyn SchmaltzWilheim & Darice SchmidtSteven & Judy SchillingElaine KerillSummer Fresh ProduceMichael & Terrie SmithLarry & Denise WesterhovenMarilyn NemitzDavid & Norma Krieger
Those that areHomebound…
Irene Albrecht, CT;Irene Barker, WL;Joanne Bluschke, PR;Joyce Cerecke;Elsie Damaske, PR;Dorothy Duschek;R. Keene Evans, WL;Dianne Fernan;Lois Fox;Art Gench, CT;Shirley Gillham, WT;Gladys Grieger;Al Hettig;Margaret Hackbarth, WL;Bob Humberg, CT;Joan Jasper;Elsie Jasper;Otto Jasper;Erna Joachim;David Karsten;Ella Klank, RM;Catherine Klug;Marian Krieger, WT;Judy Lambrecht;William Lange, OG;Clara Leitz;Josephine Malesky;Dallas Miltibarger;
Dorothy Mutz;Irv Neubauer, PR;Lill Neubauer;Clara Neuman;Jerry Pechtel, PR;Linda Pedde;Anna Pesko, WL;Leroy Powers;Erv & Deanna Reschke;Ruth Reschke;Betty Riemland, WT;Jean Roberts, WT;Fern Schmaltz;Adele Schultz;Loretta Skelley, WT;Louise Skibbe; CT;Marjorie Strefling;Sharon Tescallo;Edna Volkers, WT;Jack & Marian Wagner;Lillian Wendt, WT;Dorothy Winters;
Please encourage ourhomebound members andothers you may know to watchWorship for Shut-Ins, Sundaymornings at 11:00 a.m. onWHME-channel 46.
Homebound Members
BG-Berrien General, CM-Country Manor Bridgman, CP-Crown Point, CT-Caretel,
GA-Golden Age, J-Jordan's, OG-Orchard Grove, PR-Pine Ridge; RM-Royalton Manor,
WL-Willows, WRR-Wild River Rest Buchanan, WT-Whitcomb Towers,
WTB-Woodland Terrace Bridgman, WW-West Woods Niles
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Chris & Elka Wyse 1/9/1993
Jim & Judy DeLapa 1/10/1959 57th
Josh & Cassie Frazee 1/16/2016 1st
Rich & JoAnne Hackbarth 1/27/1968
January Anniversaries
If you do not see your anniversarylisted, please call the Church Officeat 983-5000 to update your records.
November 2016 Community Statistics
Mobile Food Truck
Community Dinner
Soup Kitchen
Benevolence Fund
151 registered | 413 served21 volunteers | 8,000 pounds of food
11 new families
108 served | 9 volunteers
130 people served | 6 volunteers
15 appts. | 4 pledges
Trinity in working with the Benton Harbor schoolsystem has provided two Feeding America MobileFood Trucks at Benton Harbor Schools. Each truckweighed 8,200 and provided food to 231 people
who registered. This was made possible through the'Stand With Your Community" Grant.
Community Outreach Statistics
Trinity Lutheran Church & SchoolLife Development Classes for Winter 2017
Newcomers Always Welcome!
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SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
MONTHLY SENIOR COMMUNION WORSHIP
WEDNESDAY MIDWEEK WORSHIP
ADULT MINISTRY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
8:00am Worship (Sanctuary)9:15am Contemporary Worship (Solid Rock Café)
10:30am Worship (Sanctuary)
11:00am Second Wednesday of Each Month(Ministry Center)
6:30pm Worship (Sanctuary)
With the 500th anniversary of the Reformation occurring in 2017you will want to know as much as you can about the LutheranChurch and what it means to be a Lutheran. This class is whatyou need. What makes the Lutheran confession of faith unique?Why is Lutheran worship different than at the church next door?Does it have to be confusing? If you’re a lifelong Lutheranlooking to dig deeper, new to Lutheranism and want answers, orare just curious about the Lutheran church—this book is foryou! Conversational and fun to flip through, the reference guidefor this class helps you easily get to know theology basics in away that won’t make your brain hurt.LEADER: Vicar Roger MulletLOCATION: CafeteriaTIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Let's explore together The Revelation of Jesus Christ. Thismagnificent last book of our Holy Scripture is rich withprophecy, promise and meaning. Some might say The Book ofRevelation appears unclear. It is unclear due to our 21stcentury limitations. However it was very clear to the 1stcentury Christian with a Jewish background. Let's begin anadventure in a study of Revelation on Sunday, September 18that 9:15 am in the fellowship hall. In an exciting, faith buildingexercise, we will week by week use visuals, colors, numbers,hymns and outlines to unlock the code to understanding thisgreat work of inspired literature.LEADER: Tom BirdLOCATION: Fellowship HallTIME: 9:15 – 10:15am
This study is part of the Life Light Bible study series of in-depth studies of Bible books. The goal of Life Light is thatthrough a regular program of in-depth personal and groupstudy of Scripture, more and more Christian adults may growin their personal faith in Jesus Christ. This nine-session Biblestudy includes: Ten Words of the Covenant, The Book of the
Covenant, The Ratification of the Covenant, The Tabernacleand Its Furnishings, The Priesthood, The Elements of Worship,The Rupture of the Covenant, The Renewal of the Covenant,The Building of the Tabernacle. As you progress through this9-session study, participants will better understand thecovenant God made with His people in Exodus and thesignificance it has for God's people of the new covenant.LEADER: Pastor Michael RothLOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry CenterTIME: 9:30-11:00am
Few things in life can be more intimidating that taking on therole of fatherhood. Whether it's a planned event or one oflife's little surprises it demands our full attention and acommitment to put our all into it. Using various study guides,we will address the challenges in being loving and Christ-likefathers to our families, especially in a society that frequentlyportrays dads as buffoons and ill-equipped to care forthemselves, much less their kids. Along with time in God’sWord, we will share life together. What were some of ourfatherhood ‘wins’ since we last met? How can we celebratethose? What were some of our fatherhood ‘losses’? How canwe learn from those?LEADER: Pastor Anthony GerberLOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry CenterTIME: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 a.m.
This is a class that is designed for those who would like tolearn about the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. Itprepares people for membership in the Lutheran Church andTrinity. It is a great way to get your questions answered in aninformal and non-threatening atmosphere. Childcare and allthe necessary materials are provided. The following topic willbe covered: God's Word; God's Grace; The Triune God; JesusChrist; The Holy Spirit; The Sacrament of Holy Baptism; TheSacrament of the Lord's Supper; Living the New Life of Faith;Fulfilling the Great Commission and Living the GreatCommandment; Rejoicing in God's Gift of Community;Integrating into the Life of the Church.LEADER: Pastor Michael RothLOCATION: Ministry Center, 1st FloorTIME: 6:30-8:30pm
With the 500th anniversary of the Reformation occurring in2017 you will want to know as much as you can about theLutheran Church and what it means to be a Lutheran. This classis what you need. What makes the Lutheran confession of faithunique? Why is Lutheran worship different than at the churchnext door? Does it have to be confusing? If you’re a lifelongLutheran looking to dig deeper, new to Lutheranism and wantanswers, or are just curious about the Lutheran church—thisbook is for you! Conversational and fun to flip through, thereference guide for this class helps you easily get to knowtheology basics in a way that won’t make your brain hurt.LEADER: Pastor Michael RothLOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry CenterTIME: 6:45-7:45 a.m.
This year we will look at the book of Acts. The theme of Acts isis "the spread of the Gospel to all the known world." Ladies,imagine yourself stepping away from the craziness and takingthe time to spend with other Christian women in a relaxingatmosphere with coffee or tea and refilling your well by beingfed with the very Word of God. I invite you to take the time tojoin us. Questions contact Debby Miskill 983-5000.Childcare is provided.LEADER: Debby MiskillLOCATION: Ministry Center, Lighthouse LoungeTIME: 9-10:30 am
The Wired Word class uses questions and Scriptureconsiderations from current events, topics, and happenings inthe United States and around the world as a basis for adult,intelligent and provocative discussions. Members of the classare truly thinking about their beliefs and the Biblicalapplications to their own day-to-day lives.LEADER: Rich HackbarthLOCATION: Ministry Center, LHCTIME 6:30-8p
Join with a host of other adults for a time of fellowship and study ofGod's Word. Plenty of breakfast treats abound in this group.LEADER: Pastor Tom BatskyLOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry CenterTIME: 9:30am– Coffee and breakfast treats
10:00-11:00am– Bible Study
SUNDAY
THURSDAY
ADULT BIBLE STUDY – LUTHERANISM 101
ADULT BIBLE STUDY–REVELATION
LIFE LIGHT: EXODUS, PT. 2 (beginning January 9, 2017)
DAD'S SMALL GROUP (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
ADULT INSTRUCTION CLASS (beginning January 17th)Membership Class or Review of Christian Doctrine(10 week class)
SON-RISERS BIBLE STUDY–LUTHERANISM 101
"CHRIST & COFFEE" Women's Bible Study
"THE WIRED WORD"
ADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
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YOUTH MINISTRY
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
WOMEN'S OPPORTUNITIES
SUNDAY
SUNDAY
JUNIOR HIGH PUBLIC SCHOOL CONFIRMATION
JR / HS Bible Study (5th -12th Grade)
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL
WOMEN'S BOOK CLUB
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY
FAMILY MOVIE/PIZZA NITE
Please don't hesitate to contact the ChurchOffice at 983-5000, if you have any questions.
5th and 6th graders will be preparing for confirmation bylearning Bible stories and the truth of God's Word. 7th and8th graders will be starting a self-paced program. Theemphasis of this program will be to go more in-depth intothe Bible and learn what Martin Luther teaches us in hiscatechism. Parents will be involved in the teaching (andlearning!). Wednesday evenings will be a time to study, askquestions, discuss individual topics, and recite memorywork.LEADERS: Pastor Anthony Gerber/Vicar MulletLOCATION: Trinity School Rooms 204 and 205TIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
The Uncommon curriculum, Kara Powell, will help God'sWord to become real for Junior High students. It makesconnections with these students and the culture in whichthey live. The students will interact with the Old and NewTestament texts as they grow deeper in their faith.LEADERS: Pastor Anthony Gerber, Terry Bird, TimErnstLOCATION: School Room 205 (7th grade classroom)TIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Need a break from everything? Come join us on Sundayevenings for some time to hang-out and build up the bodyof Christ. There will be structured and unstructured time.Need to work on homework? Bring it. Have friends thataren’t members? Bring them! Have questions about life orfaith that you want answered? Bring them too!LEADER: Pastor GerberLOCATION: Solid Rock CaféTIME: Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
If you have any Youth Ministry Questions Contact:Pastor Anthony Gerber; Phone #: 269-983-5000 Ext. 410or Email: [email protected]
This year your child will be digging into the Life of Jesus. In achronological one year program, kids will walk in the footsteps of Jesus from his birth to his resurrection and accession.Sunday School is open to children age 3 years through 5thgrade. Sunday School begins at 9:15a and ends at 10:15a,and meets in the Children’s Ministry Room located on thelower level (by the Fellowship Hall).LEADER: Stacy GerberTIME: 9:15-10:15amLOCATION: Children’s Ministry Room
MUSIC MINISTRY at Trinity Lutheran Church:• Adult Choir (High-School and older)
Wednesday's 7:30-9:00p• Contemporary Praise Team – Thursdays 7:00-8:00p• Want to do something but not sure what? If you sing or
play an instrument, talk to Paula Steuernagel or BradChaffee to get connected to serve the church with yourmusical talent.
Join other women for a lively discussion of a book of theMonth. Check the Women’s Ministry page in the Connectedfor the current book selection. The Book Club meets onthe third Saturday of the month.LEADER: Tracie BerghausTIME: 10:15-11:15amPLACE: Biggby Coffee
Trinity, through its Family Activity Team offers some veryexciting family oriented events during the year. They aredesigned to bring adults and children together forfellowship, laughter, learning and fun. These eventsinclude:
The movies will be shown in the Ministry Center, LighthouseCafé. Watch for information about Family Movie Nightsthroughout the year. Held in the Lighthouse Café, MinistryCenter. Along with movie, there is always pizza, popcorn,drinks, and desserts. We ask for a $3.00 donation to helpcover the food cost.
Life Development Classes continued from page 4
Please join us for:EPIPHANY WORSHIP SERVICE
Wednesday, January 4th,2017
PANCAKES WITH THE PASTORS
Come and enjoy pancakes andsausage prepared and
served by Pastor Roth, PastorGerber, Vicar Mullet,
and other staff members.
From 7:00 – 8:30 amMonday, January 23, 2017
In the Church Fellowship HallIn honor of National Lutheran
Schools Week
This is for all our students andparents. The congregation
and all alumni are invited aswell. Free will donation to
offset the cost is appreciated.
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School
We welcome the New Year with a "new"returning student from China. Sofia was astudent at Trinity when she was in the 2ndgrade. Now she has returned to America andwill be in Mrs. Mantei's 4th grade class.Students and staff alike are excited to welcomeSofia back to the United States and Trinity.
This month we will celebrate Nation LutheranSchools Week January 23-27. NLWS providesour network of nearly 2,300 LCMS preschools,elementary schools and high schools with thepublic opportunity to proclaim and celebrateGod's work among us in Lutheran Schools.
We thank God for the opportunity to provideexcellent academic preparation for the childrenwe serve. We are most grateful for theopportunity to share Jesus' amazing love withchildren and their families. National LutheranSchools Week gives us an opportunity toproclaim these great blessings within thecommunities we serve.
Our schools are amazing incubators for faithfulwitness of God's love for us through Christ byteachers and students alike.
January 4 Classes Resume
January 16 No School MLK Day;Professional TeacherDevelopment Day
January 23-27 National Lutheran SchoolsWeek
January 23 Pancakes with the Pastors
January 27 Countywide Lutheran SchoolsWorship
January 27 Report Cards go home
Mrs. Terry Bird
Dates to Remember
ECCA new year is so much fun. We plan for the future, weget excited for things to come. The same is true in theEarly Childhood Center. We have just finishedcelebrating the birth of our Lord. We had a beautifulChristmas program with our Preschool children and theirfamilies. What a blessing to hear those little voices singabout the birth of our Savior. It warms my heart eachyear to see their sweet and simple witness.
As we move into the new year we have many moreopportunities to share the love of the Lord with ourstudents and their families. We have Dad's Night, onThursday, January 19th. This is the night just for dad'sand their preschoolers. Our theme this year isConstruction. How fun!! We can't wait. We will also betaking field trips and celebrating the blessing ofattending a Lutheran School. We will be singing inchurch as part of that celebration. We love to sing andshare the love of the Lord. We are blessed to be aministry of Trinity Lutheran Church and thank you all foryour prayers and support.
Blessings,Robyn Adams
National LutheranSchools WeekJanuary 23-27
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Sunday School Children and Leaders LoveDigging into the Life of Jesus
Family Movie and Pizza Night
Both the children and the leaders are reallydigging into the life of Jesus. Each week welearn characteristic of Jesus such as Nothing isImpossible for Jesus! Jesus is our Light! Jesus isour King! The children love to praise God withthe new songs they are learning. I have tothank Stacy Gerber for all her hard work intransforming the program. Sunday Schoolbegins is at 9:15- 10:15 and open to allchildren ages 3 years to 5th grade. Sundayschool is located in the Children's Ministry Roomnext to the fellowship hall in the lower level ofthe School.
Mark your calendar for Sunday, January 15th,5:00 p.m. at Trinity's Ministry Lighthouse Café.This month we will be featuring "FindingDorey". There will be lots of pizza, popcorn,salad, and desserts. There is a $3 donationwhich covers the cost of the food.
Sunday school will resume on Sunday,January 8th .
Children's MinistriesSenior High Youth
Junior High Youth
The Sunday night youth group schedule is as follows:
Bowling
Confirmation Retreat #2 is this month!
Bowling
1/1 No Youth Group. Enjoy some last family timebefore school starts again!
1/81/15 Family Movie Night! 5-7pm Finding Dory1/22 No Youth Group (If born 'on time,' my Godson
will be baptized today!)1/29
Probably the perfect event in the middle of January…
We will be meeting at Kelley's Bowl for a few games ofbowling and a whole lot of fun.When: January 8, 2:00-3:30Where: Kelley's Bowl – 2705 Cleveland Ave, St JosephCost: $10/person for 90 minutes of bowling & shoes
with unlimited soft drinks!
It is for 7th and 8th grade students, both public schooland Trinity school Confirmands. We will be learningabout the Divine Service and the relationship betweenthe Church and society.When: Friday, January 6, 4:30pm through
Saturday, January 7, 1:00pmWhere: Five Pines
(Drop-off and Pick-Up at Five Pines)
See description above.When: January 29, 2:00-3:30Where: Kelley's Bowl – 2705 Cleveland Ave, St Joseph
Bowling! 2-3:30pm (See below for more details)
Youth Group, 6:30-7:30
Youth News
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U.S. Marines
U.S. Army / National Guard
U.S. Navy
U.S. Air Force / National Guard
U.S. Coast Guard
Gunnery Sgt Andrew C. Wedde, Marines, stationed at CampPendleton, CA; Grandson of Irma Wedde
LC David Bluschke, grandson of Bill & Adele Bluschke
CPL Paul Jersey, stationed in Camp Pendleton, CA; son of Tim andJill Jersey
PFC. Christopher S. Hendrix, U.S. Marines Reserves; son of William& Cheryl Hendrix
Jacob Long, Army, stationed at Ft. Sill, OK, son of Jim andSuzy Russell
1st Sgt. Keith Bickers, Army National Guard, returned fromAfghanistan, stationed in Round Rock, TX, Son of Carol Bickers
Lt. JG Adam Roth, Naval Aviator, Stationed on USS GeorgeWashington, based in Japan; son of Rev. Michael and Amy Roth
Airman Evan Pyatt, US Air Force, stationed in Lackland AFB,Texas, Grandson of Bill & Margo Pyatt
Master Sgt. Karl Stenske, stationed in Florida, nephew ofIrma Wedde
Tech Sergeant, John Pyatt, Minnesota Air National Guard, 133rdCivil Engineering Squadron, stationed in Minneapolis, MN, son ofBill & Margo Pyatt
Seaman CamilleDowney, stationedin Elizabeth City,NC, niece ofJan Dasse
Those Serving in theArmed Forces
Staying Connected in PrayerMatthew 26 recounts Jesus in Gethsemane, praying that the cup of suffering could pass fromhim. Three times he asked this same prayer, and each time, he closed with "Not my will, butThine be done."
Anyone who has prayed fervently and for a long time for someone's healing, for theirsalvation, for the solution to a problem, or for any other desire within God's will, but sees noapparent resolution or sees the opposite of what is being prayed for, may come to wonder whatthe purpose of such prayer, any prayer, is.
One of my favorite words in Greek is a word that means to bear up under a load, the way aheavily-laden donkey would. That word is hypoménō. Sometimes, prayer in the face of suchunknowns and perhaps past sorrowful outcomes feels like walking under heavy burdens for along time. This is when we must bear up under, recognize that God is God and we are not, andrest evermore fervently in the knowledge of His desire for our best, trusting no matter what.
Years ago, and again more recently, things have taken place for which it seems my prayers hadno answers, or at least not the answers I had been laboring in prayer for. It brought to mindJames Dobson's book called When God doesn't Make Sense. I would have to go back and readthe book again to remember many of the details, but there was one thing he said that madethe difference. He reminded his readers that Christians live in the middle of an invisible war aswe are told in Romans. And while we do not necessarily understand the reasons for the waythings are, it matters which side we choose in this eternal battle. Even if we think we are notchoosing, we are choosing. And it matters which side we choose. So as Jesus said in the gardenof Gethsemane, "Not my will, Father, but Thine be done."
S.A.G.E.S.(Senior Adults Growing & Exploring)
The S.A.G.E.S.(age 55 and up) will be meeting at theMinistry Center on Tuesday, January 17th from 11 a.m. to1:30 p.m. to play the fun, fast and sometimes furious DoubleNine Dominos game. You need to bring nothing but yoursmiles and competitive nature.
Around 12:30 we will be having sub sandwiches, chips,dessert and a drink…a $3.00 donation per person to offsetthe cost would be appreciated.
If the St. Joseph School system is closed due to bad weather,then this meeting will NOT happen. Therefore, listen to theradio, TV or call the church office before heading out.
Please RSVP by Friday, January 13th, to either Betty at churchoffice, 983-5000 or Nancy Perry at861-6188.
We hope that you can join us for thisevent as we don't want anyone sufferingfrom "cabin fever". We guarantee thatyou will have fun, and it is better thancounting snowflakes or shoveling.
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WOMEN'S MINISTRY LADIES AIDWOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
WOMEN'S BOOK CLUB
SLEEPING MAT MINISTRY
Christ & Coffee -- "ACTS"
The theme of Acts is "the spread of the Gospel to all the known world". Ladies, imagine yourselfstepping away from the craziness and taking the time to spend with other Christian women in arelaxing atmosphere with coffee or tea and refilling your well by being fed with the very Word ofGod. I invite you to take the time to join us. Childcare is provided.Leader: Debby MiskillLocation: Lower Lounge (Ministry Center)Day: WednesdaysTime: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Professional renovator Tish Amble decided long ago that staying in one place is about as excitingas peeling wallpaper from plaster. So before the paint in each newly transformed home is dry, Tishis researching her next move. This time she chooses a small town in Michigan with a dilapidatedVictorian that challenges her imagination. But Tish's idyllic small-town dream fizzles when shefinds more in the creepy basement than what was revealed on the seller's disclosure-what lookslike traces of foul play. With a hovering police officer living next door and a possible love interestjust two doors down, Tish has her hands full. Will she discover the truth before it's too late?Leader: Tracie BerghausLocation: Tracie's HomeTime: 10:15Date: 3rd Saturday of the Month
The Sleeping Mat Ministry is looking for volunteers to assist in cutting the plastic bags, assemblingthe bags into plarn (plastic yarn), and crocheting the plarn into the mats. Once a mat is completedthey will be distributed into our community to the homeless. This is something that can be done athome or you are invited to come to the plarn group which meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of themonth from 2:00-4:00 in the Lighthouse Cafe . The most important thing that we all can do iskeep those that are homeless in our prayers. For more information please contact Debby Miskill atthe church office.
Wishing everyone Christ's richest blessingsin this coming New Year.
By the time you receive this, our CookieSale/Craft show, an important fundraiserfor our society, will be behind us. We wishto thank everyone who contributed withhomemade cookies and crafts, their time,talent, and / or money to the success of oursale. We were able to raise over $1,100.00.One of the things your Ladies Aid isconsidering in the coming year is fundingautomatic door openers to help ourhandicapped members enter our churchbuilding.
As winter approaches, we wish to remindyou that Ladies Aid will NOT have meetingsin January, February, or March. Our nextregular meeting will be in April. However,Trinity St. Joseph Ladies Aid will be hostingthe LWML Prayer Day on March 16. Watchfor your Ladies Aid Newsletter for furtherinformation. We need to stay in touch.
Stephen Ministry News:SAVE THE DATE!
FEBRUARY 18, 2017 - TRINITY TEAM TRIVIA.
Look for more info about sign up in January.
Please pray for our future Stephen Ministers, training beginsin January.
How can one of our trained, skilled Stephen Ministers carefor you?
To be referred to a Stephen Minister please call JoyceRudowske, 983-5000. Stephen Ministries Mission:
Christ caring for people through people.
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January is Glaucoma Awareness month. Glaucoma is aleading cause of vision loss and blindness in the UnitedStates. People are often unaware that glaucoma has nosymptoms in its early stages.
If detected early, before noticeable vision loss occurs,glaucoma can usually be controlled and severe visionloss can often be prevented. Vision that is lost fromglaucoma cannot be restored.
Glaucoma is a group of diseasesthat can damage the optic nerve in the eye. The opticnerve is the part of the eye that sends electricalimpulses for sight to the brain. If left untreated,glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss orblindness.
Clear fluid flows in and out ofa small space at the front of the eye and keeps thetissues in the eye healthy. If this fluid drains too slowly,it puts pressure on the optic nerve and can causeglaucoma.
Often, there areno symptoms at first. Vision stays normal and there isno pain. But as the disease gets worse, side vision maybegin to fail. Objects straight ahead may be clear, butobjects to the side may not be seen. Over time, with notreatment, people with glaucoma may not be able tosee objects straight ahead.
Anyone can get glaucoma, but people at higher risk forglaucoma are:
African Americans age 40 and older
All adults age 60 and older, especiallyHispanics/Latinos
Those who have family members with glaucoma
Diabetes
Hypertension
Previous eye injury
An eye care professionalcan determine whether a person has glaucomathrough a comprehensive dilated eye exam. During thisexam, drops are put into the eyes to enlarge the pupils.The eye care professional is then able to see more of
the inside of the eye to check for signs of damage to theoptic nerve. A dilated eye exam is important becausescreening for eye pressure alone is not enough to detectglaucoma.
Has diabetes
Has a family history of glaucoma
Is an African American age 50 or older
Is a Hispanic age 65 or older
For more information on this Medicare benefit, visit:www.nei.nih.gov/Medicare.
Not necessarily. Increased eye pressure means you are atrisk for glaucoma, but does not mean you have thedisease. A person has glaucoma only if the optic nerve isdamaged. If you have increased eye pressure but nodamage to the optic nerve, you do not have glaucoma.However, you are at risk. Follow the advice of your eyecare professional.
Glaucoma cannot be cured, buttreatment can help control the pressure in your eye anddelay further damage to the optic nerve. The mostcommon treatments include:
Medications, such as eye drops or pills
Laser surgery
Traditional surgery
Treatment usually begins with medication and, if needed,laser surgery. Traditional surgery is usually for patientswhose eye pressure cannot be controlled with medicationor laser surgery.
Early detection and treatmentare the best ways to control glaucoma before it causespermanent vision loss. If you are at higher risk forglaucoma, be sure to get a comprehensive dilated eyeexam every one to two years.
To protect your vision from other risk factors, follow yourdoctor's instructions for managing diabetes andhypertension. And be sure to use protective eyewear in theworkplace and during sports and recreational activities.
For more information, please contact the National EyeInstitute (NEI) by email at [email protected] or visitwww.nei.nih.gov.
What is glaucoma?
What causes glaucoma?
What are the symptoms of glaucoma?
Who is at higher risk for glaucoma?
Other factors that can increase the risk of glaucomainclude:
How is glaucoma detected?
Medicare can help pay for part of a comprehensive dilatedeye exam if a person:
Does increased eye pressure mean that I have glaucoma?
How is glaucoma treated?
How can I protect my vision?
Nurse's Corner
Jan Yelding, RN, Parish Nurse Glaucoma Awareness Month
Trinity Lutheran Church & School
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We are just concluding our season of Christmascelebration surrounding the birth of our Lord andSavior, Jesus Christ, and moving toward our Eastercelebration of His death and resurrection. These arecelebrations typically involving family and friends andinclude attending church services, eating, sharing ofgifts, followed by more eating, and simply spendingcherished time with loved ones, who finally have thetime and inclination to do so.
The celebrating is certainly fun, entertaining andwaistline expanding. It allows us much needed timeto rest, unwind and decompress a little from our busylives. The one thing that I think is missing, and I amspeaking for myself as much as I am making ageneral observation, is more of a focus on the'reason for the season'. The very 'person' we shouldbe focused on is often relegated to playing thirdstring and riding the bench, when He should beplaying a starring role in our lives. What's more, Heshould be on our minds and in our hearts not justduring these special and holy times of the year, but atall times.
We don't always offer our Lord (or our coach, mentor,teacher, pastor, parent, child, spouse, relative, friendor stranger) an attitude of gratitude, a prayer ofthanksgiving or a word of endearment. The Lord hasblessed us with everything we have, everything weneed and all that we are. He has done so selflessly inthe guise of many, perhaps not always recognizable,but there none-the-less meeting our every need andwalking beside us always.
Those we hold most dear – He is responsible forputting them in our lives. The material blessings weenjoy every day – He is responsible for those too. Thetrials and tribulations He uses to refine and humbleus – yep, He can take credit for those as well.
As good stewards how should we respond to God'slimitless generosity and love? With hearts
overflowing with love for one another as He hascommanded, with willing hands to do the goodworks He has laid before us and with tithing ofour treasure as He has taught us in scripture. Allsimple to understand not always easy for us todo.
Would you please join me in a prayer:
Heavenly Father, as we look forward to anotheryear in your care with all the multitude ofblessings you bestow upon us each and everyday, we THANK YOU for being present in ourlives and for providing us with everything weneed and more! Help us to always have anattitude of gratitude. Help us to take a momenteach day to say THANK YOU to you and to othersalong the way. Help us to recognize andacknowledge your presence in others, who touchour lives daily. Continue to teach us your waysand grant us a servant heart that we mightaccomplish your good works. Place us in the livesof others that we might be your light in their lives.Help us to love one another as you have lovedus. Make us into cheerful givers, and guide us togive back a portion of all that you have given tous. We ask all of these things in the name of yourson, Jesus Christ. AMEN!
Stewardship Respectfully submitted by John Bock, Stewardship Committee
Can I Get a Thank You and an Amen?
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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOLCONGREGATIONAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT—2014-2015 FISCAL YEAR
July 1, 2016 through November 30, 2016
A more detailed Treasurer'sReport is available for
viewing in the Church Office.Respectfully submitted,
Gus Damaske, Treasurer
2017 'TRINITY 150TH ANNIVERSARY'Calendars are now available!
These calendars list the 'special' Guest Preachers and Musicians that will beattending during our anniversary year, celebration events that are planned for
during the year, as well as historical information and photos.
The calendars highlight all of the Church Holidays, as well as the mostimportant secular holidays. These are distributed with your 2017 Offering
Envelopes. If you would like an additional calendar for family or friends, youmay purchase them in the Church Office for a minimum donation of $5.00.
ANNUAL ACTUAL % OF ANNUAL ANNUAL ACTUAL % OF ANNUAL
BUDGET YTD BUDGET BUDGET YTD BUDGET
TOTAL REVENUE $2,308,954.50 $960,137.82 41.58% $2,408,346.50 $870,365.89 36.14%
TOTAL EXPENSES $2,308,945.98 $901,369.91 39.04% $2,408,026.50 $929,321.83 38.59%
REVENUE OVER/(UNDER) EXPENSES $8.52 $58,767.91 689764.20% $320.00 -$58,955.94 -18423.73%
6/30/2016 11/30/2016
SHORT-TERM DEBT Authorized Balances Change Balances
Church Extension Fund Line of Credit $250,000.00 $219,994.03 ($219,994.03) $0.00
LONG-TERM DEBT
Church Extension Fund Mortgage $711,776.44 $192,412.21 $904,188.65
TOTAL DEBT $931,770.47 ($27,581.82) $904,188.65
Over/(Under) YTD Over/
WEEKLY ENVELOPE & PLATE Contributions to Meet Budget (Under) Budget
November 6, 2016 $13,327.22 -$780.47 ($41,066.06)
November 13, 2016 $14,697.64 $589.95 ($40,476.12)
November 20, 2016 $11,776.11 -$2,331.58 ($42,807.70)
November 27, 2016 $13,720.00 -$387.69 ($43,195.39)
Totals $53,520.97 -$2,909.80
Weekly Envelope & Plate Budget Needed: $14,107.69
CASH REPORT--NOVEMBER, 2016
DAILY LOW BALANCE -$1,423.27
DAILY HIGH BALANCE $80,563.00
DAILY AVERAGE FOR THE MONTH $44,007.13
GENERAL FUND
2015-2016 2016-2017
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We Are Celebrating...
1/1 Richard Hackbarth
1/2 Estavan Belmontes, Marge Bischoff (83), Daniel Fechner, Jim Gray,Brendan Lute, Vickie Page, Andrew Slager, Robert Smith, Bradley Wendzel
1/3 Dana Binder, Trevor Hasse, Jacob O'Connor, Anita Schultz,Lillian Wendt (92), Darlene Zelmer
1/4 Steven Booth, Landon Gerber, Royce Lute, Tyler Radde, Jenna Siek,Cathy Siemans, Jo Wendt, Sabrina Worthington
1/5 Dianne Fernan, Philip Signor
1/6 Jack Blahnik, Cassandra Gaishin, Gavin Wynegar
1/7 Jacob Angelo, Michelle Brow, Spencer Culby, Lindsay McKinney,Kenneth Patzkowsky, Cathy Plomb
1/8 Elizabeth Ashmead, Stephen Byers, Dick Lockman
1/9 Jacqueline Allen, Katie Andrews, Sally Matzke, Norman Stemm (80),Elijah Zilke
1/10 Zane Damaske, Gary Murray, Edward Schultz (95)
1/11 Tiffany Faulkner, Arthur Gench (82), Whitney Mims, Hailey Smith
1/12 Russell Ebbert, Ryan Sing, Blake Warren
1/13 David Johnson, Amy Roth, Zoe Sherbit
1/14 Dennis Albrecht, Keith Crews, Karah Eaton, Dianna Evans,Rebecca Glisson, Ryan Klaer, James Wyse
1/15 Helga Lenz (89), Barbara Sweet (83), Jackie Trulove
1/16 Brian Hall, Janis Kelm, Irma Wedde (83), Zachary Welsher
1/17 Raymond Hurt, Nathan Marquardt, Kimberly Poole, Michael Tilly
1/18 Reagan Crast, Douglas Thumm, Haleigh Wendzel
1/19 Douglas Carson, Rosalie Faulkner, Edward Keeter, Erwin Reschke (89)
1/20 Amy Cashman, Vincent Fernan, Jerry Schmidtke (82)
1/21 Agnes Lay (93), Gertrude Patzkowsky (94), Beverly Rittmeyer (81),Suzanne Russell, Kenneth Schiming
1/22 Karen Beaudette, Gerald Berkholz, Sarah Deckert, Megan Genovese,Matthew Guisbert, Marcus Valentine
1/23 Loraine Frobel (83), Tracy Haynes, Denise Lenardson, Kevin Marks,Ava Steinke
1/24 Katherine Loy, Ronald Patzer, Shawn Taylor, Michael Turner
1/25 Grace Batcho, Todd Radde, Edna Volkers (91)
1/26 Matthew Bromagin, Lisa Kreitner, Joan Siemans, Rhonda Whitemyer,Kyle Wojahn
1/27 Jeffrey Crouse, Mike Engel, Lori Gray, Kelly Karsten, Matthew Runser,Tina Saunders, Cynthia Smith, Russell Stewart, Grant Wilson
1/28 Kim Cooper, Paul Jersey, Brenda Lewellen, Martha Tilly (86)
1/29 Ellie Grimm (90), David Halstead, Stacey Kiser, Ashlyn Lieberg,Nicholas Miller, Nathan Sturgeon, Cole Swim, Diana Thumm
1/30 Mary Bartloff, John Bock, Douglas Clem, Joyce Freeman,Carl Lavanway (84), Lance Lavanway, Rev. Michael Roth
1/31 James Nemitz, Eric Siemans
The following Trinity Members are celebrating birthdays this month...
If you do not see your birthday listed, please call the Church Office @983-5000 to update your records. We indicate the age of members 80 years &
over. If you do not want your age listed, please contact the Church Office.
DailyLectionary1/1 Is. 61:1–11; Luke 1:57–80
1/2 Is. 62:1–12; Luke 2:1–20
1/3 Is. 63:1–14; Luke 2:21–40
1/4 Is. 63:15–65:2; Luke 2:41–52
1/5 Is. 65:8–25; Luke 3:1–20
1/6 Is. 66:1–20; Luke 3:21–38
1/7 Ezek. 1:1–14, 22–28; Hab. 1:1–3:19;Rom. 1:1–17
1/8 Ezek. 2:1–3:11; Rom. 1:18–32
1/9 Ezek. 3:12–27; Ezek. 4:1–11:25;Rom. 2:1–16
1/10 Ezek. 18:1–4, 19–32; Ezek.19:1–24:27; Rom. 2:17–29
1/11 Ezek. 33:1–20; Rom. 3:1–18
1/12 Ezek. 34:1–24; Rom. 3:19–31
1/13 Ezek. 36:13–28; Rom. 4:1–25
1/14 Ezek. 36:33–37:14; Rom. 5:1–21
1/15 Ezek. 37:15–28; Rom. 6:1–23
1/16 Ezek. 38:1–23; Rom. 7:1–20
1/17 Ezek. 39:1–10, 17–29;Rom. 7:21–8:17
1/18 Ezek. 40:1–4, 43:1–12;Ezek. 40:5–42:20, 43:13–27;Rom. 8:18–39
1/19 Ezek. 44:1–16, 23–29; Rom. 9:1–18
1/20 Ezek. 47:1–14, 21–23; Rom. 9:19–33
1/21 Joel 1:1–20; Rom. 10:1–21
1/22 Joel 2:1–17; Rom. 11:1–24
1/23 Joel 2:18–32; Rom. 11:25–12:13
1/24 Joel 3:1–21; Rom. 12:14–13:14
1/25 Zech. 1:1–21; Rom. 14:1–23
1/26 Zech. 2:1–3:10; Rom. 15:1–13
1/27 Zech. 4:1–5:11; Rom. 15:14–33
1/28 Zech. 6:1–7:14; Rom. 16:17–27
1/29 Zech. 8:1–23; 2 Tim. 1:1–18
1/30 Zech. 9:1–17; 2 Tim. 2:1–26
1/31 Zech. 10:1–11:3; 2 Tim. 3:1–17
Sunday
1/1 Is. 63:7 14; Gal. 4:4 7; Matt. 2:13 23
1/8 Is. 42:1 9; R om. 6:1 11; Matt. 3:13 17
1/15 Is. 49:1 7; 1 Cor . 1:1 9; John 1:29 42a
1/22 Is. 9:1 4; 1 Cor . 1:10 18;Matt. 4:12 25
1/29 Micah 6:1 8; 1 Cor . 1:18 31;Matt. 5:1 12
Is. 60:1 6; Eph. 3:1 12; Matt. 2:1 12.Special readings for Epiphany (1/6):
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Weekly Events
ADDITIONAL EVENTS
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Sunday, 1/1
Monday, 1/2
Tuesday, 1/3
Wednesday, 1/4Thursday, 1/5Friday, 1/6
Saturday, 1/7
Sunday, 1/8
Monday, 1/9
Tuesday, 1/10
Wednesday, 1/11
Thursday, 1/12
Friday, 1/13Saturday, 1/14
Sunday, 1/15
Monday, 1/16
Tuesday, 1/17
Wednesday, 1/18
Thursday, 1/19
Friday, 1/20Saturday, 1/21
Sunday, 1/22
Monday, 1/23
Tuesday, 1/24
Wednesday, 1/25Thursday, 1/26
Friday, 1/27
Saturday, 1/28
Sunday, 1/29
Monday, 1/30Tuesday, 1/31
Worship, 8 & 10:30a, SanctuaryReceptions after Worships, Welcome CenterContemporary, 9:15, Solid Rock CafeChildren's Sunday School, 9:15-10:15a, CMRHS / Jr. High Bible Study / Confirmation,
9:15-10:15a, Room #205Lutheranism 101 Adult Bible Study, 9:15-10:15a,
CafeteriaRevelations Adult Bible Study, 9:15-10:15a, CFHSenior Youth Group, 6:30-7:30p, SRCJunior Youth Group, 5:15-6:15p, SRC (once a month)
Lifelight Bible Study, 9:30-11a, LHC (begins 1/9)MLT Bible Study, 11:30-12:30p, LHCMLT Meeting, 1:30-3p, MC-1st floorDepression & Bipolar Support, 6-8p, LHC
Quilters, 8:30-11a, CFHCare Team, 11a-noon, MCBAdult Instruction Class, 6:30-8:30p, MC-1st fl
(begins 1/17)
Sonriser's Bible Study-Lutheranism 101, 6:45-7:45a,LHC
School Chapel, 8:05-8:45a, SChrist & Coffee Women's Bible Study, 9-10:30a, LHLJunior High Drop-Ins, 3:15-4:45p, SRCMid-Week Worship, 6:30p, SThe Wired Word, 7:30-8:30p, CFHAdult Choir Practice, 7:30-9p, Music Room
Adult Bible Fellowship, 9:30-11a, LHCContemporary Praise Team Practice, 7-9p, SRC
Benevolent Fund Door Offering after each worshipBaptismal Reception, 11:30a-2:30p, CFH
Campus closed for New Year's
Bd of Prop & Finance, 6:30-8p, MCB
7th & 8th Grade Retreat, 4:40pm drop-off,Five Pines Campgrounds
7th & 8th Grade Retreat, 1pm pick-up, Five PinesCampgrounds
Whitcomb Towers Bible Study, 10-11:30am
High School Bowling, 2-3:30p, Kelley's Bowl
Plarn Gathering, 2-4p, LHCChurch Council Meeting, 6:30-9p, MC-2nd floor
Winkle, 8a-1pFaculty Meeting, 3:30-5p, SchoolStephen Ministry Training, 6:30-9p, LHCStephen Ministry Peer Supervision, 6:30-8p, LHLStewardship Committee Meeting, 6:30-8:30p, MCB
Monthly Senior Worship, 11a-1p, LHC
Development Committee Meeting, 7-9p, MC-1st floor
Men's Small Group, 8:30-9:30a, MCB
Guest Organist – Jenifer MilnikelBlood Pressure Clinic, 8:45-10:45a, room 105
Bd of Ministry, 4-5:30p, MC-1st floor
Caretel Communion Worship, 10:30aS.A.G.E.S. Senior Gathering, 11a-1:30p, LHCCrisis Team Meeting, 3:30-5p, SchoolStephen Ministry Training, 6:30-9p, LHCAdult Instruction Class begins, 6:30-8:30p, MC-1st fl
Royalton Manor Communion Service, 10aWhitcomb Towers Communion Service, 1p
MOMS in Prayer, 10-11a, MCB & ChildcareLSEM Informational Meeting, 6-8p, LHCPreschool Dad's Night, Gym
Men's Network, 8a-11a, LHCWomen's Book Club, 10:15-11:15a, Biggby Coffee
Guest Preacher, Rev. Thomas Batsky
National Lutheran Schools Week beginsPancakes with the Pastor, 7-8a, CFH
Soup Kitchen, 10aStephen Ministry Training, 6:30-9p, LHC
Mobile Food Pantry, 4p, MC Parking Lot & LHC
Countywide NLSW Chapel Service, 10-11a
Men's Small Group, 8:30-9:30a, MCBStephen Ministry Training, 9a-2p, MC-2nd floorCommunity Dinner, 11:30a-1p, LHC
Jr High Bowling, 2-3:30p, Kelley's BowlSr High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30p, SRC
Stephen Ministry Training, 6:30-9p, LHCAdult Instruction Class, 6:30-8:30p, MC-1st floor
Benevolent Fund, Sun, Jan 1st, after each service
7th & 8th Grade Retreat, Jan 6th & 7th, Five PinesCampgrounds
High School Bowling, Sun, Jan 8th, 2-3:30p, Kelley'sBowl
Plarn Gatherings, Mon,s, Jan 9th and 23rd, 2-4p, LHC
Monthly Shut-ins Communion Worship & Potluck,Wed, Jan. 11th, 11a-1p, LHC
Blood Pressure Clinic, Sun, Dec 15th, 8:45-10:45a,room 105
Caretel Communion Service, Tues, Dec 17th, 10:30a
SAGES Senior Group, Tues, Dec 17th, 11a – 1:30p,LHC
Royalton Manor Communion Service, Wed. Dec 18th,10a
Whitcomb Communion Service, Wed. Dec 18th, 1p
Women's Book Club, Sat, Dec 21st, 10:15-11:15a,Biggby Coffee
Men's Network, Sat, Jan 21st, 8-11a, LHC
Soup Kitchen, Tues, Dec 24th, 10a
Community Dinner, Sat, Dec 28th, 11:30a-1p, LHC
Mobile Food Pantry, Thurs, Jan 26th, 4:00p, MCParking lot
This Month at Trinity January 2017
CFH-Christian Fellowship Hall; CMR-Children’s Ministry Room; LHC-Lighthouse Café;LHL-Lighthouse Lounge; MC-Ministry Center; MCB-Ministry Center Boardroom;S-Sanctuary; SRC-Solid Rock Café; SCH-School; WC-Welcome Center
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O God, O Lord, of Heaven and Earth (LSB 834)
Our fatal will to equal Thee, We housed us in this house of doom,Our rebel will wrought day and night. Where death had scope and royal room,We seized and used in prideful spite Until Thy servant, Prince of Peace,Thy wondrous gift of liberty. Breached all its walls for our release. (Verse 2)
The second verse of this hymn begins on a realistic, if not darker, observation on mankind.Where we read in verse one how God had the highest of intentions for His creation, man'swill has nothing but the lowest intentions for his fate. In fact, our corrupted will works tochallenge God every time and in every way it can in its vain attempt to "equal" Him. Thevery liberty God gave man as a way of showing Him our love and thankfulness isdeliberately twisted to lift his own pride. And what does all this "prideful spite"earn for us?
Man has trapped himself inside a "house of doom" where death has taken control of the"royal' chambers meant for God Himself. Left to ourselves it is death, not God, who wouldrule our hearts and lives. It was always death's plan to lead us in our delusions to his darkkingdom, but from the beginning God's had His own plans for us.
He has sent His own Son, the "Prince of Peace", as a servant to take back God's owncreation. The "house of doom" becomes a castle under attack with death trying to defendthe property he has stolen, but he is no match for the Prince of Peace. The "walls" havebeen "breached" and we've been ransomed from death's dominion. In the end, even deathis no match for God's Son.
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