What’s Happening at Trinity—Aug. 1, 2021
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF TRINITY—Whether you are interested in exploring membership at Trinity or interested in finding out more about Christianity, this 10-week class is for you. We will explore Christ’s gracious invitation of a personal relationship with God and the Spirit-filled life of following Christ as his disciple. Life with Jesus is for anyone who would like to attend, and is required of those considering membership at Trinity (but does not obligate you to become a member.) Life with Jesus will be held on Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m., beginning Sept. 13, in the Community Center. Childcare is available. Online sign up is available beginning July 15 at Trinityct.org/LWJ.
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM CONTINUES—What are your middle and high school students doing this summer? Our junior and senior high youth groups are going strong this summer and your child can join in! The group meets on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer and there are plenty of extra activities planned. If you have any questions or if you would like to help plan social or service activities please, contact Jeremy Ashley at
OUTDOOR SERVICES—Our 11 a.m. service will be held outside weekly as weather allows. Bring a chair or blanket and join us as we praise God outside!
SAVE THE DATE—Trinity’s Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Community Center. This will be in-person and also livestreamed. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.
>ENGAGE GOD
SUMMER PREACHING SERIES—SUMMER IN THE “SON” — Join us during the “sunny” days of summer as we follow the life and teaching of Jesus the “Son of God” as recorded for us in Mark’s Gospel.
- Aug. 8—Jesus, Identity and Discipleship—Mark 8:27-38
- Aug. 15—Jesus and Purpose—Mark 9:30-37
- Aug. 22—Jesus and Stumbling—Mark 9:38-50
- Aug. 29—Jesus and Possibilities—Mark 10:17-31
- Sept. 5—Jesus and Greatness—Mark 10:35-45
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
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. Meetings will be held in the Church Lounge.
WEDNESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets Wednesday mornings at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. The topic changes regularly. Study guide provided. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. We will NOT have coffee to serve. Pat Anderson will lead the group. If you want to join by Zoom, email Pat at
SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S STUDY—A Saturday morning men’s Bible study meets weekly at Great Lakes Family Dining, 36830 Harper Ave, Clinton Twp., at 8 a.m. Currently, the group is studying “Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Join in. For more information, contact Brian Lanko at
FALL BIBLE STUDY PLANNED—The Monday evening women’s Bible study will Bonnie Young will resume Monday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. The group will begin with Elijah Bible Study by Priscilla Shirer. Stay tuned for more information.
>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE
PAPER HUGS MEETS AUG. 5—The next meeting of Paper Hugs is Thursday, Aug. 5 from 1-8 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Come when you can and leave when you must. No experience necessary. Remember your snack. For more information, call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
DO YOU HAVE A BABY, TODDLER, PRESCHOOLER, KINDERGARTENER OR EVEN GRADE-SCHOOL CHILD? MOPS IS FOR YOU! Momming is hard, but you don't have to do it alone! Join us in the Fall for the Mother of all Meetup—Trinity's MOPS & MOMsnext! This group is for moms of newborns all the way through school-aged children. There is breakfast, activities, guest speakers and childcare is provided. It meets from 9-11 a.m. on the first and third Wednesday of the month from September through May. The first meeting is Sept. 1. To sign up for the group, visit https://mops.org/join Group code: 9ARX. For more information, email
CAN YOU HELP WITH MOPS KIDS? — Do you have a heart for caring for children? Trinity’s MOPS group is in need of volunteer childcare workers to help with our kids (range from 6 months - 4 years) while we have our meetings on Wednesday mornings. Caregivers are needed from 8:30-11 a.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month beginning Sept. 15. If you are interested, please contact Jaqueline Tomszak at (586) 339-7065 or
EARLY SERVICE WELCOME CENTER—We are in need of someone to help at the Welcome center during the 9 a.m. service. This includes answering questions, providing information and making sure newcomers get any information they need. If you are interested, contact Robin at 586-463-2921 or email .
CAMP ARCADIA NEEDS END OF SEASON STAFF—As Camp Arcadia summer staff begin to depart, help is needed in program, housekeeping, kitchen, office, and/or caretaking. Must be 16 years old. Help is needed Aug. 14-20, Aug. 21-27 and during weekend retreats later in the fall (September/October weekends). For more information and job descriptions, please visit https://camp-arcadia.com/serving-at-arcadia/fall-staff/. If you have any questions, reach out to Chip May at (231-889-4361) or
STEPHEN MINISTRY—Stephen Ministers are specially trained members of the congregation who provide one-to-one Christian Care to people who need someone to talk to. All caring relationships are confidential, free, and provide emotional and spiritual support to those in need. Please reach out to the church office at 586-463-2921 and they will connect you with a Stephen Ministers.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
CAMP RESTORE DETROIT (CRD) – The Detroit City Council and the G7 planning team recently presented Camp Restore with the Spirit of Detroit award “in recognition of exceptional achievement, outstanding leadership, and dedication to improving the quality of life in Detroit.” Additionally, this award honors the hard work and dedication of community leaders in the 9th precinct as CRD works together with them to accomplish their mission to restore Hope, home, and community.” Explore camprestore.org for pictures and ways you can be part of making a difference!
TRINITY QUILTERS RESUMES—The Trinity Quilters for Lutheran World Relief will resume meeting in person in August! The quilters will meet on Aug. 17 in the church foyer at 9:30 a.m. Subsequent meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of each month in the Community Center. Upcoming meetings include Sept. 21 and Oct. 19. For more information, contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
KNITTERS MEETING AGAIN! — Trinity Purls knitting group has resumed weekly meetings! Join a team of knitters and crocheters who create lap and prayer shawls for those in need. The group meets on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge. For more information, contact Joan Lavey 586-791-5016
BLOOD DRIVE—Trinity is hosting a Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, Sept. 2 from 1-7 p.m. in the Community Center. To sign up, go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter the site name TrinityCT. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera at
CALLING ALL COOKS AND FOODIES Trinity provides meals/casseroles for our mission, Family of God in Detroit, on the second Wednesday of every month and we need volunteers to provide a casserole/meal once a month. Family of God serves meals to about 100 people in the local Detroit community 6 days a week. If you are able to help please call Karen Langreet to be added to the list! (586) 445-2460/cell (586) 291-6273. For more information on Family of God, visit www.fogdetroit.com.
>SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS-- Trinity's Early Childhood Center has openings in the traditional half-day three and four-year-old preschool program and in the FREE Great Start Readiness Program for this fall. This program is free to four-year-olds who qualify. Find out more at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.
HELP WANTED—The Early Childhood Center is looking for great people who love Jesus and enjoy working with 2-4 year old children (part time or full time). Must be 18 years old. No experience necessary – we will train you. Call the Early Childhood Center at 586-463-8803, email Karen Pitters at or fill out an application at www.trinityct.org in the Early Childhood Employment page.
This week at Trinity—Aug. 1-7, 2021
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Sunday (1) |
9 a.m. |
Worship –Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Outdoors |
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Monday (2) |
1 p.m. |
Alanon—Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi—Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Tuesday (3) |
9:30 a.m. |
Ladies Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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6 p.m. |
Boy Scouts—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Mission Council—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
GriefShare—Youth Lounge |
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Wednesday (4) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Community Center |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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6:30 p.m. |
Youth Meet Up—Youth Lounge |
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Thursday (5) |
1:30 p.m. |
Paper Hugs—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Church Lounge |
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Friday (6) |
7 p.m. |
NA—Community Center |
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Saturday (7) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Great Lakes Dining |
PRAYER LIST
We occasionally update the prayer lists. Please update any prayer requests with Pastor Gary at to avoid having the names of those still in need removed from the list.
Special Prayers
- For the sick and suffering
- For those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries this month
- For our nation and our leaders
- For those who don’t know Jesus as their Savior
- For all those impacted by COVID-19