What’s Happening at Trinity—April 9, 2023
HE IS RISEN!
HE IS RISEN INDEED, ALLELUIA!
MEIJER SIMPLY GIVE IS BACK!—Trinity’s Food Pantry is getting a helping hand from Meijer! Through the Meijer Simply Give program, we can get a little help from you and Meijer. From April 2-July 1, purchase the specially-marked Simply Give donations cards from the check-out lines at the store on Groesbeck and those gift cards will be given to Trinity’s Food Pantry, to help us purchase food and other eligible items. In addition, Meijer will match the gifts donated to Trinity. Trinity’s Double Day is Saturday, June 17. Meijer doubles their donation for each card. On that day, for every $10 Simply Give card purchased on these dates, Meijer provides an additional contribution of $20, bringing the total to $30 for a single customer purchase. For more information on the Simply Give program, contact Pastor Gary at or call 586-463-2921.
SAVE THE DATE—Pastor Ken’s Retirement Service is Sunday, June 11 at 10 a.m. Please note there will only be one service this day. After the church service there will be a retirement celebration at Youngblood Vineyard and Winery (in Ray, MI) at 1 p.m.. Stay tuned for celebration details.
FOLLOW US—So much has been happening at Trinity in the last few weeks! Check out our online gallery, featuring the ECC Dads Night, the school Bible Fair, school Seder meal and more. Scan the QR code to the left to go to our gallery. Or, use the URL TrinityCT.org#Photos. We also have photos and more available on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TrinityLutheranCT or Instagram at www.instagram.com/trinitylutheran.
>ENGAGE GOD
POST-EASTER SERMON SERIES—”Christ is Risen! Now What?” Join us as the Apostle Peter helps us to see some of the implications of Christ’s Resurrection.
BAPTISM CLASSES—If you are interested in baptism at Trinity, Pastor Jeremy has scheduled several virtual baptism class—April 13, June 19, Aug. 7 all at 6:30 p.m. We talk about what baptism is, how we do it, why we do it, our role, your role and how this all plays out in the “real life” of your home. For more information, or to sign up, visit Trinityct.org/baptism.
E3 RESUMES THIS WEEK—E3 resumes on Wednesday, April 12. We will continue E3 through Wednesday, May 2. If you haven’t given it a try yet, plan to come out and try it before the summer break. For more information, go to Trinityct.org/E3 or call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
SUBMIT YOUR PRAYER REQUESTS—We have an online form for submitting those requests. Go to Trinityct.org and click Submit a Prayer Request toward the bottom of the page. Complete the form and it will be sent to the appropriate prayer warriors.
WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES AND CLASSES
MONDAY NIGHT LADIES BIBLE STUDY continues Monday at 7 p.m. in the Church lounge. We study Romans, "In View of God's Mercies" by Courtney Doctor. Questions? contact Bonnie Young at 586-350-3222 by cell or text.
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY-- Meet to enjoy God's Word every Tuesday morning 9:30-10:45 a.m. Led by Mary Hartman and Lila Tirsell. Meets in the Church Lounge.
WEDNESDAY MEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets Wednesday at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. Led by Pat Anderson. To join by Zoom, email
SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S STUDY —A Saturday morning men’s Bible study meets in the Church Lounge at Trinity at 8 a.m. For more information, contact Brian Lanko at
>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE
NEW GRIEFSHARE GROUP—GriefShare is beginning May 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Church Lounge. The group meets for 13 weeks. Register by visiting GriefShare.org and searching for Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton Twp., or by our zip code, 48036 or call Parish Nurse (and group facilitator) Lisa Riviera at 586-213-1339.
CALLING ALL WIDOWS— We are starting a group for ALL widows at Trinity beginning on Thursday, April 20, at 1:30 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Meet new friends and enjoy fellowship by joining others for lunch, matinees, field trips, etc., while giving each other support. Margaret Hoft is our guest, speaking about the Widow’s Group at St. John’s Fraser and how meaningful it has been for her and others. It doesn’t matter if you have recently become a widow or have been one for any length of time. This group is formed for you! Questions – call Valada Cobb at 586-949-1225.
GOLF LEAGUE OPENINGS—Trinity Lutheran Golf League still has openings for Monday evening golf at Golden Hawk Golf Course.
We start April 17 and run through Aug. 28, not including holiday Mondays. Contact Manny Delitala at 586-321-6207, call or text.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
THANK YOU—Thank you Trinity for the outpouring of love for our community. Because of your love and faithfulness to serve our neighbor, Trinity was able to assist 68 families with meals for Easter this year. We appreciate your help and support!
HABITAT FUNDRAISING LUNCH—Macomb County Habitat invites you to attend the 2023 Women’s Luncheon, “Women of Courage,” on Wednesday, April 19, at 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a good meal at the Italian American Cultural Center and Banquet Center. Featuring speakers Madeline Bialecki, Patricia Shall, and homeowner Kenyetta Hayman. Support the work of preparing affordable homes for families in Macomb County and be inspired by stories and fellowship.Tickets are a $50 donation at ladieslunch.givesmart.com.
WOMEN’S LEAGUE FUNDRAISER—Help the Women’s League while getting your garden ready to summer. The Women’s League has partnered with Deneweth’s Garden Center. Shop at the Macomb or Hartland location on May 6-7 and 20 percent of the purchase price goes to the Trinity’s Women’s League, which provides funds to various mission projects. Trinity’s Women’s League must be mentioned at time of purchase.
LUTHERAN LUNCHEON CLUB—The Lutheran Luncheon Club of Metro Detroit celebrates its 75th anniversary at its Diamond Anniversary Banquet on Sunday, April 23 at Historic Trinity Lutheran Church in Detroit. To learn more about this event and how to register, visit lutheranluncheonclub.org or send an email to Marty Moro at
COMMUNITY-WIDE FOOD DRIVE—Drop off non-perishable food at St. Isidore Church on 23 Mile Road on Saturday, May 6 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The Macomb Charitable Foundation is putting on the events and wants to collect things like cereal, pancake mix and syrup, canned tuna and chicken, canned veggies and fruit, boxed rice, baby diapers, wipes and food, boxed or bagged potatoes, pasta and pasta sauce, shelf stable juice, dessert mixes, peanut butter and jelly, toilet paper and tissue, applesauce, stews and soups and gift cards for fresh fruit and meat. For more information, contact the Macomb Charitable Foundation at 586-232-3473.
MEDICATION DISPOSAL—Bring expired and unused medicine for safe disposal! Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clinton Township Police Department at 37985 Groesbeck and the Macomb County Sheriff Department on Elizabeth. For more information, call 586-723-2360.
>SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
SUMMER CAMP VOLUNTEER COUNSELORS WANTED—If you know a 6th-12th grade student looking to work with kids, our summer camp has openings for Volunteer Counselors. The VCs assist the cabin leaders. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Those interested must attend a one-hour orientation and training session on Tuesday, April 18 at 6 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. For information, contact Elizabeth Parrish at 586-463-2921 ext. 108 or email or Pastor Jeremy at 586-463-2921 ext. 142 or email
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE—Girls, grab your dads for the return of Trinity’s Daddy Daughter Dance on Sunday, April 16, 6-9 p.m. at the Italian American Cultural Society Banquet Center. Tickets are $30. Tickets are available from Xenia Woltmann until April 14. Contact her at 313-330-1496.
LUTHERAN NORTH PROGRAMS—Lutheran North has several upcoming events for elementary and middle school students as well as a musical. Check the schedule below and visit lutherannorth.com for more information.
- April 25—Elementary Art Night for 6th grade. Sign up required.
- April 28 and 29, 7 p.m.—Lutheran North Theatre Presents "Fiddler on the Roof.” Tickets are $10 and available at the door.
- May 12, 6-7:30 p.m.—Mustang Mix It Up for 7th & 8th graders
- May 16—Elementary Art Night for 1st grade. Sign up required.
- May 18—Rocket launch for 6-8 graders. Sign up required.
This week at Trinity—April 9-15, 2023
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Sunday (9) |
9 a.m. |
Worship— Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship –Sanctuary |
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Monday (10) |
Building Closed for Easter Monday |
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Tuesday (11) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5:45 p.m. |
Scouts—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Elders—Church Lounge |
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Wednesday (12) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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6 p.m. |
E3 Dinner—Cafeteria |
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6:30 p.m. |
E3 Activities—Various Rooms |
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Thursday (13) |
5:30 p.m. |
Tigers and Webelos—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Church Lounge |
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Friday (14) |
7 p.m. |
NA Meeting—Community Center |
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Saturday (15) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5 p.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
Special Prayers
† For the sick and suffering
† For the Ministry of our ECC
† For Youth and Children’s Ministry (E3)
† For the senior pastor search process
† For our mission partner Camp Restore Detroit
† For our sister congregation St. Luke, Clinton Township