Trinity Announcer for July 18, 2021

What’s Happening at Trinity—July 18, 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 STUDENT PROGRAM CONTINUES—Did you know our youth groups recently went on a bike ride to get ice cream? Did you know some of them are heading out on a mission trip? 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! 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.

• July 25—Jesus & Poor Hygiene—Isaiah 29:11-19 and Mark 7:1-23

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

MOPS IS BACK THIS FALL! 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 GREETERS—We are in need of someone to help at the Welcome Desk during the 9 a.m. service. This includes greeter churchgoers, 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

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 

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

CHRISTIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL BENEFITS COMPASSION—Looking for a fun faith-filled, family-friendly experience?! Grace Christian Music Festival is happening July 24 at Lake St. Clair Metropark! Come hear Christian music artists and speakers, visit our prayer tent, nonprofit vendor/ministry booths, kids zone, and stop by one of the food trucks! Tickets are on sale now for $30 kids five and under are free! For more information, visit their website at gracechristianmusicfestival.

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

WELCOME MARK BROWN—Mark Brown will officially begin as Trinity’s school principal on July 15. We are planning an official installation at a later date.

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 on either program at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.

HELP WANTED—The Early Childhood Center is looking for a few great people who love Jesus and enjoy working with 2-4 year old children either part time or full time. Must be 18 years old. No experience necessary – we will train you. Interested? 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—July 18-24, 2021

PRAYER LIST

Special Prayers 

• For the sick and suffering 
• For all of our youth and children’s programs
• For those who serve, defend, and protect us (Military/Police/Fire, etc)
• For those who work in full time Christian ministry
• For all those impacted by COVID-19