What’s Happening at Trinity—Feb. 19, 2023
LENT SEASON INFORMATION
LENT BEGINS—Trinity will mark the beginning of Lent with Ash Wednesday worship on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Our Lenten worship will also have imposition of ashes and Holy Communion.
ASH WEDNESDAY SOUP SUPPER—This year, Trinity will offer a free soup supper prior to the 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday worship service. Come at 6 p.m. for soup and salad before joining us for worship.
MIDWEEK WORSHIP—Each Wednesday throughout Lent, Pastor Gary will lead a midweek, midday devotion at noon the Chapel.
CROSSTALK AUDIO DEVOTIONS will be available during the season of Lent. These 5 minute devotions are sent directly into your email inbox each day beginning Feb. 22. If you’d like to be included and have not received Crosstalk in the past, go to
Trinityct.org/crosstalk to sign up. You can also find these devotions on iTunes or Google Play. See Trinityct.org/Crosstalk for information.
LENT BEGINS—Trinity will mark the beginning of Lent with Ash Wednesday worship on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Our Lent preaching series, which begins on Feb. 25/26, is “A demon, a Pharisee, a Samaritan Woman, a blind man and a dead guy walk into a bar. . . . .Jesus.”
>ENGAGE GOD
SAVE THE DATE—FIRST COMMUNION CLASS—Our First Communion Faith Stepping Stone begins on Tuesday, March 14 and runs March 21 and 28 in the Community Center. This stepping stone is designed for fifth graders and their parents. It will prepare your student for receiving the Lord’s Supper. Students are eligible to participate in the Lord's Supper on March 30, which is Maundy Thursday. At least one parent must attend with your student. Please RSVP at Trinityct.org/firstcommunion. For information, contact Jeremy Ashley at
WE HAVE YOUR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS PLANNED—E3, our Wednesday evening gathering and activities for all ages, continues throughout the spring! Free pizza is served at 6 p.m. followed by the meet ups at 6:30 p.m. There is something for everyone in the family. We have two pastor-led Bible studies, senior high and junior high youth groups, a spot for preteens, a class for preschool through grade 3 and a nursery for babies. For more information, go to Trinityct.org/E3 or call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
BAPTISM CLASSES—If you are interested in baptism at Trinity, Pastor Jeremy has scheduled several virtual baptism class—Feb. 28, May 2, 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.
WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES AND CLASSES
MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY continues at 7 p.m., in the Church Lounge. We are studying Matthew with “Seek First the Kingdom of God,” by Christine Hooper. If you have questions, please 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. Study guide provided. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. Pat Anderson leads the group. 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. Currently, the group is studying the book of Colossians. For more information, contact Brian Lanko at
>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE
WOMEN’S LEAGUE—The Women’s League meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 21, 6:30 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Wear a heart (if possible). We’ll be planning the March potluck, Texas Roadhouse fundraiser, field/mystery trips and the May Banquet! For a grande finale, teams will compete to see who knows the most about the most other members! Sound like fun but you’re not a WL member? Then stop by and check us out! Visitors are always welcome. For more information, call Debbie Graham-Large at 313-318-6513.
LET’S GOLF—Trinity’s men’s golf league meeting is Monday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center. Come learn more about the league, where and when they will golf this year and connect with others who enjoy a round of golf. For more information, contact Nick Pipitone at 586-202-6705 or
YOUNG ADULT BOARD GAME NIGHT—Hope Lutheran Church in Warren welcomes young adults 18 and up to a board game night on Friday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. Pizza will be provided. Bring a game or use the ones provided. Invite your friends! All are welcome! Meet in the Fellowship Hall, parking is located in the back of the church. For information, contact Vincent at 586-747-0521
MEL OTT BASEBALL PROGRAM—This year, Trinity will participate in the Mel-Ott Baseball League, playing against other Lutheran churches and schools in the area. The program is open to boys and girls who are school students or church membersCost is approximately $175 per child, including a uniform. If your child is interested, or you are interested in coaching/assistant coaching, email
JOIN THE HEARING LOSS GROUP—The Hearing Loss Association of America-Macomb Chapter, meets at Trinity on the fourth Thursday of each month, September through June. The group is open to adults with hearing loss and their family and friends. The group features presenters in the field of hearing impairment with information on audiology or assistive equipment available. Other meetings are of general interest. For information, contact Cheryl Bailey at 586-292-9817 or email
TRINITY CHRISTIAN COUNSELING marks eight years in operation this month! Our first clients came in February 2015 at our former location in Mt. Clemens with our first two counselors, David Brown and Kristin Hardy. In our expanded Clinton Township location, we have five additional clinicians: Amy Prosch, Dan Burke, Zhela Bennett, Ernest Brown and Elizabeth Hanvey. Sessions are scheduled weekdayz from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. We accept many insurance plans and private pay. For more information call: 586-468-0401, email or go to trinityct.org/counseling. We give thanks to God for the ways He continues to guide and bless this ministry.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
BLOOD DRIVE IN MARCH—Trinity will host a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Monday, March 20 from 1-7 p.m. in the Community Center. Trinity’s drives have continued throughout the pandemic in a safe way and have been vital to the Red Cross. To sign up, go to RedCrossBlood.org and use code TrinityCT.
HELP FAMILY OF GOD— Trinity provides meals for our mission, Family of God in Detroit, on the second Wednesday of each month. We need volunteers to provide a casserole/meal. If you can help, call Karen Langreet at 586-445-2460 or 586-291-6273. For more info, visit fogdetroit.com.
>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 mandatory orientation and training sessions on Sunday, March 19 at 12:15 p.m. or 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
OPEN ENROLLMENT BEGINS MARCH 1—Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year begins March 1 at Trinityct.org/School. If you have any questions, contact the school office. (586-468-8511). Registration for Trinity ECC’s preschool programs and Great Start Readiness Program are open as well. Check them out at Trinityct.org/ECC.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
DIRECT YOUR CHOICE DOLLARS—It’s time to direct your Choice Dollars. Thrivent members’ Choice Dollars earned Trinity $12,411. Members’ 2022 Choice Dollars need to find a home before March 31. Designate them to Trinity Lutheran Church, School and ECC. There are two ways two for directing Choice Dollars. Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say "Thrivent Choice" at the prompt. Please take a few minutes and designate Trinity. Every little bit helps.
LHSA FAMILIES—It’s time to turn in your LHSA Congregational Support Form! Print out the forms at https://www.lhsa.com/forms and turn them in to the Church Office. Forms are due to the Church Office by March 13.
This week at Trinity—Feb. 19-25, 2023
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Sunday (19) |
9 a.m. |
Worship— Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship –Sanctuary |
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Monday (20) |
1 p.m. |
Alanon-Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi-Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Tuesday (21) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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9:30 a.m. |
Trinity Quilters—Community Center |
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6:30 p.m. |
Women’s League—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Special Olympics-Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Boy Scouts—Community Center |
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Wednesday (22) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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10 a.m. |
ASH Wednesday Service—Sanctuary |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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Noon |
Paper Hugs Express-Church Lounge |
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6 p.m. |
Soup Supper—Cafeteria |
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7 p.m. |
Ash Wednesday Service—Sanctuary |
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Thursday (23) |
9 a.m. |
TEC 21—Church Lounge |
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1 p.m. |
Hearing Loss Group—Church Lounge |
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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 (24) |
7 p.m. |
NA Meeting—Community Center |
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Saturday (25) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5 p.m. |
Worship-Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
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 ministry of our school
† For all who serve Trinity—for the faithful use of gifts and talents
† For personal mission opportunities this week
† For the senior pastor search process
† For our mission partner Lutheran High School Association
† For our sister congregation Christ—New Baltimore
† Michigan State University Community