Trinity Lutheran Church Corner of Market & Court Street Downtown St. Joseph, Michigan

Winter 2016

Worship and Bible Study

Opportunities

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SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 8:00am Worship (Sanctuary)

9:15am Contemporary Worship (Solid Rock Café)

10:30am Worship (Sanctuary)

MONTHLY SENIOR COMMUNION WORSHIP 11:00am Second Wednesday of Each Month (Ministry Center)

Winter 2016 BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

ADULT MINISTRY SUNDAY

ADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Get engaged in a bible study that Challenges you to dig deeper

into the week’s bible story. The lessons will overlap with the

assigned New Testament readings and the kid’s Sunday school

lesson giving parents and grandparents ideas for family

connections during the week, and offer ideas for personal

reflection and ways to prepare for next week.

The lessons to be covered will include:

The birth of Jesus.

The baptism of Jesus.

Jesus calls Phillip and Nathaniel.

And more!

Leader: Vicar Trent Wollberg

Location: Church Fellowship Hall

Time: Sundays 9:15-10:15 a.m.

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JOY TO THE WORLD - A STUDY OF PHILIPPIANS

“Joy to the World” we sing at Christmas! Then in January so

many go pack & back. They pack the decorations in the attic and

go back to the sorrow, fear and stagnation of mundane life. The

world is troubled and troubling; but the joy of Christmas can live

on because Christ is the gift that keeps on giving. Don’t pack

away your joy along with your Christmas decorations. Our study

of Paul’s letter to the Philippians is about the joy of being a

Christian even in the midst of a very enraged world. A form of the

word “joy” is expressed 16 times in these 4 chapters by Paul. For

the next 10 weeks beginning in January, let the Holy Spirit saturate

you with a special joy that you may be empowered to engage an

enraged world head on while enjoying being a child of the Lord.

LEADER: Tom Bird

LOCATION: First Floor of School, room # 104

TIME: 9:15 – 10:15am

MONDAY

LIFE LIGHT BIBLE STUDY – The Book of Job beginning Jan. 11, 2016

Why do the just suffer? Where is God in the midst of loss, illness,

ridicule and defeat? Those questions probe deeply into the heart of

every person, and all too often demand ready answers in our

uniquely human, and sometimes painful, experience. Job’s true

story of God’s grace in the midst of his profound suffering will

teach you:

the purpose of adversity in the lives of the faithful;

the role of Satan regarding our relationship with God;

the hope and strength we have through the promise of our

Redeemer.

The sessions to be covered are as follows:

Session 1-Have You Noticed Job?

Session 2-God Doesn't Make Mistakes

Session 3-Few of Days and Full of Trouble

Session 4-I Know that My Redeemer Lives

Session 5-An Argument Cut Short

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Session 6-The Patience of Job

Session 7-A New Voice Speaks

Session 8-Where Were You When I Made the World?

Session 9-The Comedy of Job

LEADER: Vicar Trenton Wollberg

LOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry Center

TIME: 9:30-11:00am

HOPE REVISITED – the Study of Thessalonians

(Women’s Study)

Eugene Peterson (The Message) writes “The way we conceive the

future sculpts the present”. This women’s small group Bible study

will explore how we can experience hope, love and faith in today’s

world, while encouraging us to live joyfully and expectantly for

what God will do next in Jesus.

Leader: Jeanne Strine Location: Ministry Centers Lower Lounge Time: Monday, 6:30 – 8:00pm

TUESDAY

ADULT INSTRUCTION CLASS beginning Jan. 12, 2016

Membership Class or Review of Christian Doctrine

(10 week class)

This is a class that is designed for those who would like to learn

about the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. It prepares

people for membership in the Lutheran Church and Trinity. It is a

great way to get your questions answered in an informal and non-

threatening atmosphere. Childcare and all the necessary materials

are provided.

The following topic will be covered:

God’s Word

God’s Grace

The Triune God

Jesus Christ

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The Holy Spirit

The Sacrament of Holy Baptism

The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper

Living the New Life of Faith

Fulfilling the Great Commission and Living the Great

Commandment

Rejoicing in God’s Gift of Community

Integrating into the Life of the Church

LEADER: Pastor Michael Roth

LOCATION: Ministry Center, 1st Floor

TIME: 6:30-8:30pm

WEDNESDAY

SON-RISERS BIBLE STUDY – Large Catechism -

In 1517 Martin Luther posted his Ninety-five Theses on the door

of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. By 1528 the Evangelical

churches in Saxony and other parts of Germany had achieved some

sort of external stability. But because of lazy and uneducated

clergy and careless and uniformed people, the conditions of the

congregations were pitiful. After a visit to the congregations in the

fall of 1528, during which the spiritual ignorance and need of the

churches became painfully clear, Luther determined to correct this

situation by the preparation of two catechisms, the Large

Catechism and the Small Catechism.

Although both catechisms were published in 1529, they are not

identical, nor is the Small Catechism a condensation of the Large

Catechism. The Small Catechism was designed for individual use

by pastors and laypersons alike or for use in homes for the

instruction of children, while the Large Catechism was intended to

assist pastors in their task of teaching the chief parts of Christian

doctrine. For that reason the Large Catechism is longer, more

theological, and more polemical.

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In this study we will look at the catechisms, primarily the Large

Catechism, to equip ourselves with the truth of God’s Word. This

will be an excellent review of your catechism instruction, but will

go beyond. Contemporary applications will be made also.

Time: Wednesday 6:45-7:45 a.m.

Location: Lighthouse Café

Leader: Vicar Trent Wollberg

"CHRIST & COFFEE" Women's Bible Study.

This year we will look at the book of Roman’s. The theme of

Roman’s is being right with God through faith in Christ. Great

discussion and always chocolate! Questions contact Debby Miskill

983-5000. Childcare provided.

LEADER: Debby Miskill

LOCATION: Ministry Center, Lighthouse Lounge

TIME: 9-10:30 am

“THE WIRED WORD” The Wired Word class uses questions and Scripture considerations

from current events, topics, and happenings in the United States

and around the world as a basis for adult, intelligent and

provocative discussions. Members of the class are truly thinking

about their beliefs and the Biblical applications to their own day-

to-day lives.

LEADER: Rich Hackbarth

LOCATION: Ministry Center, LHC

TIME 6:30-8p

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY –

Ever wondered if there was just a bit more to some of those lessons

you learned in Sunday school? Well, we thought so too. Join Bruce

Wurdeman via DVD as he takes you behind the scenes and

uncovers "Stuff They Didn't Teach Me In Sunday School."

LEADER: Nathan Chaffee

LOCATION: Solid Rock Café

TIME: 6:30-8:30pm

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THURSDAY

ADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

Join with a host of other adults for a time of fellowship and study

of God's Word. Plenty of breakfast treats abound in this group.

LEADER: Pastor Tom Batsky

LOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry Center

TIME: 9:30am– Coffee and breakfast treats

10:00-11:00am– Bible Study

YOUTH MINISTRY

SUNDAY

JUNIOR HIGH BIBLE STUDY –

The Growing in Christ curriculum that will be used follows the

readings for each Sunday and digs deeper into the text. With the

aid of YouTube, activities, and fantastic teachers, the students will

become experts in the Bible passage before they leave class each

week.

LEADER: Various teachers

LOCATION: School Room 205 (7th

grade classroom)

TIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.

SENIOR HIGH BIBLE STUDY

Various topics will be discussed throughout the year, many of

which will be chosen by the students themselves. This will be a

time to learn, share, grow, and fellowship. All high school youth

are encouraged to attend. We will be looking at topics that you

may not have been taught before in Sunday School.

LEADER: Pastor Gerber

LOCATION: School Room 209 (4th

Grade Classroom)

TIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.

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WEDNESDAY

JUNIOR HIGH PUBLIC SCHOOL CONFIRMATION

5th

and 6th

graders will be preparing for confirmation by learning

Bible stories and the truth of God’s Word. 7th

and 8th

graders will

be starting a self-paced program. The emphasis of this program

will be to go more in-depth into the Bible and learn what Martin

Luther teaches us in his catechism. Parents will be more involved

in the teaching (and learning!) at home this year. Wednesday

evenings will be a time to study, ask questions, discuss individual

topics, recite memory work, and take quizzes.

LEADER: Pastor Anthony Gerber/Vicar Kooi

LOCATION: Trinity School Rooms 204 and 205

Time: 6:30-8:00pm (Jan 7-Feb 11 and after Easter)

5:15-6:15pm (Feb 25-Mar 25)

If you have any Youth Ministry Questions Contact:

Pastor Anthony Gerber; Phone #: 269-983-5000 Ext. 410

Email: anthony.gerber@discovertrinity.org

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY SUNDAY

SALVATION STATION SUNDAY SCHOOL

Salvation Station is open to all children preschool to 4th grade.

Parents may register their children 3 years old to 4th

grade anytime

throughout the year. Salvation Station meets in the Children’s

Ministry area is located on the lower level (between the Fellowship

Hall & the School Kitchen)

LEADER: Debby Miskill

TIME: 9:00-10:15am

LOCATION: Children’s Ministry Room

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ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

MUSIC MINISTRY at Trinity Lutheran Church:

Adult Choir (High-School and older) Thursdays 6:30-8:00p

Contemporary Praise Team – Thursdays 7:00-8:00p

Want to do something but not sure what? Talk to Paula

Steuernagel or Brad Chaffee.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY

Trinity, through its Family Activity Team offers some very

exciting family oriented events during the year. They are designed

to bring adults and children together for fellowship, laughter,

learning and fun.

Included in these events are:

FAMILY MOVIE/PIZZA NITE

The movies will be shown in the Ministry Center, Lighthouse

Café. Watch for information about Family Movie Nights

throughout the year. Held in the Lighthouse Café, Ministry Center.

HALLOW-HIM

Come and enjoy a safe alternative to public ‘Trick or Treating’. A

variety of activities to keep children entertained, including Trick or

Treating.

WOMEN'S BOOK CLUB

Join other women for a lively discussion of a book of the Month.

Check the Women’s Ministry page in the Connected for the current

book selection. The Book Club meets on the third Saturday of the

month.

LEADER: Tracie Berghaus

TIME: 10:15-11:15am

PLACE: Biggby Coffee

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Please don't hesitate to contact the Church

Office at 983-5000, if you have any questions.

Please see Current Bible Studies, The Children’s Ministry Page &

Youth Ministry Page in the monthly Connected Newsletter for

more current information.

FAMILY MINISTRY - “LAUGH YOUR WAY TO A BETTER

MARRIAGE” WEEKEND

Why a “laughter” approach? For one simple reason: to overcome

the male objection to a seminar. Let’s be honest, a marriage

seminar isn’t the first thing a guy thinks of when he thinks of “a

fun way to spend the weekend.” We get that…Familiar with the

fact that women are usually much more open to discussing marital

problems than their spouses, Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage

is designed with an element of humor that appeals to couples, but

is especially well-received by men.

Please register no later than Feb. 1. Cost of class is $20/per

couple, which covers course workbook and refreshments.

Childcare will be provided with a free-will donation supporting the

Junior High and Senior High Youth.

LEADER: Pastor Gerber (with Mark Gungor on DVD)

LOCATION: Lighthouse Café, Ministry Center

DATE & TIME: Friday, Feb. 12, 6:30-9:30pm

and Saturday, Feb. 13, 9:00am-Noon.

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W. O. W.

(Word On Wednesday)

Resumes January 13th

5:30 Pizza in the Fellowship Hall

6:30 Bible Class or Worship

Opportunities For Adults:

“Mid-Week Worship”

“The Wired Word”

“Stuff They Didn’t Teach Me in Sunday

School” (Young Adults)

For Youth and Children:

K.F.C. (Kids for Christ) (5-12 year olds)

5th & 6th Grade Public School Confirmation

7th & 8th Grade Public School Confirmation

Childcare is provided for

children 5 years and under.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Rev. Michael Roth, Senior Pastor

Rev. Anthony Gerber, Assistant Pastor

Trenton Wollberg, Vicar

Terry Bird, Principal

Robyn Adams, Dir. of Early Childhood Center

Debby Miskill, Dir. of Children’s & Women’s Ministry

Paula Steuernagel, Dir. Of Music Ministry

CHURCH OFFICE:

619 Main Street Saint Joseph, MI 49085

269-983-5000

SCHOOL OFFICE:

613 Court Street Saint Joseph, MI 49085

269-983-3056

EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER OFFICE 613 Court Street

Saint Joseph, MI 49085 269-983-0040

WEBSITE:

www.trinitystjoe.org