What’s Happening at Trinity—July 23, 2023
OUTDOOR WORSHIP—On the last Sunday of the summer months, our 11 a.m. worship services are held outside, weather permitting. Join us on July 30 and Aug. 27 on the lawn, just off Farmcrest as we praise God outside. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets!
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. We meet at 6 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Our next big outing is July 26. We will walk to the RecBowl for a burger or hot dog, fries, pop and two games of bowling. Bring $12. Each week, we gather together, play games, and dig into God’s Word and talk about what it means for us in our lives today. Even if you’ve never been to Youth Group before, you can jump in at any time! If you have any questions or if you would like to help plan social or service activities please, contact Pastor Jeremy Ashley at
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER? LIFE WITH JESUS STARTS SEPT. 13- Whether you are interested in exploring membership at Trinity or was to learn more about Christianity, this 10-week class is for you. 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 is Wednesdays beginning Sept. 13. It will be held during our regular E3 time (6:30-8 p.m. with free pizza at 6 p.m.) the Community Center and led by Pastor Gary. The nursery, an elementary group and a middle school youth group are available. Online sign up is available at Trinityct.org/LWJ.
>ENGAGE GOD
CURRENT PREACHING SERIES— S’more Jesus—Join us this summer as we get a little S’more of God’s Word and a little S’more Jesus. As the Psalmist writes, “taste and see that the Lord is good.” Psalm 34:8.
MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP —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.
CHILDREN’S CHURCH—Ms. Elizabeth continues Children’s Church during the 11 a.m. worship service on Sunday mornings. The kids will leave the sanctuary as a group before the sermon and head to the Church Lounge for a special message designed just for them. They return after the sermon. For more information, or to sign up to help, visit
Trinityct.org/childrenschurch.
PARENTS OF SMALL CHILDREN—The church nursery is available during Sunday morning church services. The nursery is for children three and under who need care during our worship services. The nursery is free to use and is staffed by trained childcare providers. It is located through the back of the church foyer and to the left of courtyard.
SUMMER BAPTISM CLASSES—If you are interested in baptism at Trinity, Pastor Jeremy a virtual baptism class on Aug. 14 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. 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
TREAT THE KIDS—Our youth group spends a lot of time hanging out in the youth lounge and they need snacks! If you would like to treat the kids to some pre-packaged or homemade snacks, contact Karol Thomas at 586-206-0711 (call or text).
HELP US HAVE THE BEST BLOOD DRIVE EVER! Trinity hosts an American Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, Sept. 7 from 1-7 p.m. in the Community Center. We know this is a busy time of year, but the Red Cross relies on volunteers through blood drives like Trinity’s. This time, we want to top our previous donations. If you can help, ake your appointment now at RedCrossBlood.org and use code TrinityCT.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
WALK FOR LIFE WITH COMPASSION PREGNANCY CENTER—Support Compassion Pregnancy Center at the “Walk For Life” event at the Detroit Zoo on Aug. 5. Pledge forms are available in the foyer at the Compassion sign of the Impact Missions board. Get pledges from friends, family and co-workers then come join others at the zoo to support Life! Register at compassionpregnancyfriends.org/walk. Turn in your sponsorships by Aug. 1 to be eligible for prizes. Contact Compassion Pregnancy Center for more details at 586-783-2229
CAMP RESTORE SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES—Camp Restore Detroit has service and mission opportunities for all ages. Join the fire watch, make dinner for out-of-town volunteers, work in the community gardens, be part of the tool maintenance team. Contact Camp Restore Detroit at or call 313-636-4422.
TRY OUT THAT PINTEREST CASSEROLE RECIPE! Trinity provides meals/casseroles for 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 Detroit community 6 days a week. Call Karen Langreet at (586) 445-2460/cell (586) 291-6273. For more information on Family of God, visit www.fogdetroit.com.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
DANIEL G. EVOLA GOLF TOURNAMENT—The family of Danny Evola, late husband Julia & father of Emmy and Lily (a Trinity church and school family), is inviting you to participate in the 1st Annual Daniel G. Evola Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament on Aug. 20 at Pine Valley Golf Club. Registrations, dinner tickets and sponsorships are available online at
https://events.golfstatus.com/event/dgegolf or contact Julia Evola (816)922-9398 for more information.
TRINITY UTICA SPONSORS MINDREADER MOVIE—Trinity Utica sponsors an encore private showing of Rich Christiano's movie MindReader. The movie will be shown at the MJR Partridge Creek on Monday Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available from Andy Mather at (586) 491-0692 or or online at www.MindReaderMovie.com.
GRACE CHRISTIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL—The Grace Christian Music Festival is scheduled for Saturday July 29 at 2 p.m. at Metro Beach. The headliner is We Are Messengers, with Tasha Layton and more! Food trucks, kid's zone, vendors, prayer tent and all-day family-friendly fun. Visit gracechristianmusicfestival.com for info.
MUSIC FESTIVAL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS—The Grace Christian Music Festival planned for July 29 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.. For more information, or to sign up, visit www.gracemusicfestival.com.
CALL EXTENDED TO PASTORAL CANDIDATE—Our Senior Pastor Search Committee identified a candidate that closely aligns with the needs of Trinity. Last week, Trinity members learned more about the candidate and cast their vote as to whether or not Trinity should extend a call to him. The congregation voted unanimously to extend the call. This means he now has two calls--one to Trinity and one to his current congregation. He now begins the difficult process of seeking the Lord's guidance through prayer, conversation and the study of his Word to discern where God is learning him to serve. Continue to pray for clarity and peace and both congregations as they await his decision.
This week at Trinity—July 23-29, 2023
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Sunday (23) |
9 a.m. |
Worship— Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Monday (24) |
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 (25) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Wednesday (26) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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6 p.m. |
Youth Group—Youth Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Paper Hugs Instructional Meeting—Church Lounge |
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Thursday (27) |
2 p.m. |
Paper Hugs Training—Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
GriefShare—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Community Center |
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Friday (28) |
7 p.m. |
NA– Community Center |
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Saturday (29) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
PRAYER LIST
Special Prayers
† For the sick and suffering
† For our confirmation ministry
† For our Elders and Mission Council
† For those who do not yet know Christ
† For the senior pastor search process
† For our mission partner Macomb Habitat for Humanity
† For our sister congregation St. John, Ray Township
In Memoriam
Gerald Czischke