Trinity Announcer for July 17, 2022

What’s Happening at Trinity—July 17, 2022

MEIJER SIMPLY GIVE BLESSES TRINITY AGAIN—Trinity’s Food Pantry is getting a helping hand for a second time this year through the Meijer Simply Give program. From July 3-Oct. 1, purchase the specially-marked Simply Give donations cards from the check-out lines at the store on Groesbeck. Or pick one up at the Welcome Center and take it to Meijer to have it counted in our total. 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 Days are Saturday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Sept. 10. On those days, Meijer doubles their donation for each card. For more information on the Simply Give program, contact Pastor Gary at or call 586-463-2921.

MUSIC FESTIVAL TICKETS AVAILABLE—The Grace Christian Music Festival is July 30 at Lake St. Clair Metropark/Metro Beach. The concert features a variety of Christian recording artists and is open to all ages. Tickets are now $30 (kids under 5 are free) and available from gracemusicfestival.com.

MUSIC FESTIVAL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS—The Grace Christian Music Festival planned for July 30 at Lake St. Clair Metropark needs volunteers. Anyone 16 years and older is invited to volunteer. All volunteers receive a full-day ticket to the event and parking. High school students in need of community service hours are welcome! For more information, or to sign up, visit www.gracemusicfestival.com/volunteer.

>ENGAGE GOD

CURRENT SERMON SERIES—Throughout the summer, our sermon series will focus on Living the Faith. Join us as we use the gospel of Luke, and various readings from the Old Testament, to consider what it means to “live our faith.”

WHAT ARE YOUR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL KIDS UP TO THIS SUMMER?—Trinity Youth Group meets on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer. This is open to all rising 6th-12th graders. If you’ve completed 5th grade, come and join us! We meet at 6:30 p.m., with food available at 6 p.m. We hang out together, play games, and dig into God’s Word and talk about what it means for us in our lives today. During the summer our schedule is a bit different and we do go on outings and activities (canoeing, bike rides, walks to Miller Bros, etc) together on occasion, so be on the lookout for a schedule with summer activities and opportunities for Youth Group. If you have any questions or if you would like to help plan social or service activities please, contact Jeremy Ashley at 

UPCOMING OUTDOOR WORSHIP—On the last Sunday of July (July 31) and August (Aug. 28) at the 11 a.m. service as we worship outside (weather permitting). Join us on the lawn just off Farmcrest. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH—Children’s Church occurs during the 11 a.m. service, kids ages 4-8 can join Elizabeth Parrish in the Church Lounge during the sermon for a special message designed just for them. Children’s Church keeps families together for worship. Each week, there is a hand-out available. We post copies of these handouts or if you are interested in helping out, visit Trinityct.org/childrenschurch or contact Elizabeth at or 586-463-2921 ext. 108.

CHANGE IN CHILDREN’S CHURCH CHECK IN—While check-in isn't required for kids to attend Children’s Church, it is helpful to know who attended and for the kids to wear the name badges. You can stop at the Children’s Church table before church to check-in or you can use the Elexio app and select Children’s Church as the check in station. Your label will be available on the Children’s Church table. Due to a technical issue, you are no longer able to check-in unless you are in the building. We apologize for any inconvenience.

PARENTS OF RISING 6th, 7th AND 8th GRADERS—You should have received letters and emails regarding confirmation for next year. Sixth graders will begin the process in the fall. Seventh graders received information about Camp Concordia and eighth graders got information on Camp Arcadia. If you did not see an email or letter, contact the Church office at 586-463-2921.

SUMMER BAPTISM CLASSES—If you are interested in baptism at Trinity, Pastor-Elect Jeremy Ashley has scheduled a virtual baptism class on Tuesday, July 19 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.

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. 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. We will NOT have coffee. 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

TRINITY QUILTERS—The Trinity quilters meets on Tuesday, July 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Center. This group meets monthly to work on quilts that are donated to Lutheran World Relief. LWR distributes them around the world to people in need. Recently, a large group of quilts was sent to Ukraine. If you are interested, come on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. No experience or sewing skills needed. For more information, contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921.

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS: Register for the 2nd Annual TLC Craft Show before it opens to the general public. The show is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. To reserve your spot, email Amy Gusho at   to request an application form. Reserve your spot early as last year's show SOLD OUT long before the event date!

>ENGAGE THE WORLD 

FOG NEEDS REGULAR VOLUNTEERS—Family of God in Detroit is building a team of people from supporting congregations to help out one day a week. These volunteers are on-site to help with interacting with people, serving food when needed, packaging food for distribution, organizing the kitchen and closets and helping to serve with various other needs. Volunteers are needed 2:30-5 p.m. on Sundays and 4:30-7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Family of God is able to help with fuel costs. For more information, contact Pastor Tyler Cronkright at (810) 240-4434 or email

>SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

FOOD SERVICE HELP NEEDED FOR ECC—Trinity’s Early Childhood Center is looking for a part-time food service staff member. You would be responsible for portioning and delivering lunch and two snacks to 8 classrooms. This includes measuring, sorting, staying organized, and washing in an automated dishwasher. Hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.. Apply at trinityct.org/eccemployment

>ANNOUNCEMENTS

FREE COVID TESTS—Trinity was provided COVID rapid tests from MyCare Health Center (mycarehealthcenter.org). If you need a test or would like one for someone in need, call the Church Office at 586-463-2921 or email 

This week at Trinity—July 17-23, 2022

PRAYER LIST

Special Prayers 

• For the Sick and Suffering
• For all of our youth and children’s ministries
• For those who serve, defend, and protect us (Military/Police/Fire, etc)
• For those who work in full time Christian ministry
• For the unrest in the Ukraine
• Compassion Pregnancy Center

MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP —Summer is a busy time. If you aren’t able to make Sunday morning worship, join us Monday evenings at 7 p.m. This service takes the place of our Saturday evening worship. Our Saturday services return after Labor Day.