Trinity Announcer for June 22, 2025

What’s Happening at Trinity—June 22, 2025

NO MONDAY EVENING SERVICES—There is no Monday service on June 23. We invite you to worship on Sunday at 10 a.m. on June 22 to welcome new Senior Pastor Ben Burge.

OUTDOOR WORSHIP—Summer is coming, which means the return of outdoor worship! On certain Sundays of the summer months, (June 29, July 27 and Aug. 31) our 11 a.m. worship services will be held outside, weather permitting. Join us on the lawn, just off Farmcrest as we praise God outside. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets!

LAST DAYS FOR MEIJER SIMPLY GIVE—Help Trinity’s pantry with a boost from Meijer. The Simply Give campaign benefitting Trinity runs through June 28. The Simply Give program is truly simple. Pick up one of the Simply Give cards in the register lanes at the Meijer on Groesbeck. Scan them when you pay. They can be purchased in $10 increments. For every card purchased, Meijer donates an additional $10, meaning your $10 earns Trinity $20. At the end of the campaign, Trinity receives the total donation in the form of gift cards that can be used to purchase food and other eligible items. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera at or call 586-463-2921.

PASTOR JEREMY RECEIVES A CALL—Pastor Jeremy received a call to serve as pastor of Sion Lutheran Church in Chatham, MI. Pastor Jeremy now has two Calls to consider – one to you, Trinity Lutheran in Clinton Township, and the other to Sion Lutheran in Chatham. Continue to pray for Pastor Jeremy, his family, and both congregations during this time of discernment. Pastor Jeremy is also in prayer as he seeks where God is calling him to serve.

MANY THANKS—Our HARP team thanks everyone for their donations, time and prayers. The team was able to stuff a the truck full with much-need supplies for the people in Appalachia. Thanks to your donations, they completed a successful mission trip last week. 

>ENGAGE GOD

SERMON SUMMARY—First Impressions vs. Second Chances—We live in a world that values first impressions—those carefully crafted moments where we put our best foot forward. Yet even the strongest first impressions eventually give way to the reality of our imperfections. In 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, the Apostle Paul reveals a deeper truth: through Christ, we are not merely offered a clean slate but are made new altogether. God reconciles us to Himself and entrusts us with the ministry of reconciliation, empowering us to extend grace, forgiveness, and second chances to others. Join us as we reflect on the enduring power of Christ’s love and the calling we share to live as ambassadors of His grace. Readings for the week are Isaiah 12:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 and Mark 2:13-17.

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.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY continues Wednesdays at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Meet with over 20 other Christian men to study “Seven Letters to Seven Churches.” This study dives into Revelation 1-3 as we explore Jesus instructions and guidance for these early Christian gatherings of believers and for us today. Coffee and study guides provided.

SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S STUDY—A Saturday morning men’s Bible study at 8 a.m. This group meets in the Church Lounge. For more information, contact Brian Lanko at

YOUTH GROUP BIBLE STUDY—The youth (6th-12th grade) group has a change in summer plans. This year, the youth will have a Bible study on Sundays between services beginning June 29. The Bible study runs from 10:10-10:50 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Be sure to join the youth GroupMe. The QR code for the group is on the door to the Youth Lounge.

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.

>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE

YOUTH GROUP MEETINGS—If your student is entering sixth grade this fall, they are eligible to join the Youth Group. There will be several planned activities at different times throughout the summer. Be sure to join the youth GroupMe. The QR code for the group is on the door to the Youth Lounge. 

>ENGAGE THE WORLD 

WELLSPRING MEETING—Wellspring Lutheran Auxiliary Chapter 6 meets at noon on June 24 at Christ the King Lutheran, Chesterfield. Lunch will be served at noon. The speaker is Marie Tolen from the New Directions Home. Cash donations can be made to support furnishing the New Home. On the agenda is scheduling for next year’s meetings, information about the Summer Cookie Sales. And so much more. Everyone is welcomed and invited to attend.

FEED THOSE IN NEED-Trinity provides meals/casseroles for Family of God in Detroit on the second Wednesday of each month. Volunteers are needed to donate a dish. Cash donations are also accepted at the Church Office or via Venmo to Cathy Essig (@CLEssig). Family of God serves meals to over 100 people in Detroit 6 days a week. Call Karen Langreet at (586) 445-2460 or (586) 291-6273. For more information on Family of God, visit www.fogdetroit.com.

>SCHOOL AND ECC

GOLF OUTING – SAVE THE DATE Want to support the Trinity Athletic Department in a fun and exciting way? Join us for the 1st Annual Trinity Lutheran Athletics Golf Outing on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Hickory Hollow Golf Course! More details and signup information are coming soon.

SUMMER CAMP CONTINUES THIS WEEK—Trinity still has openings in summer camp. Visit Trinityct.org/summercamp for information on how to register, fees and planned activities.

PRESCHOOL IS ENROLLING STUDENTS—Trinity's Early Childhood Center is enrolling for the traditional half-day three and four-year-old preschool program and in the FREE Great Start Readiness Program for this fall. Find out more at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.

>ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRACE MUSIC FESTIVAL—National and local artists including Colton Dixon, Jon Reddick, Sean Rodriguez, Blake Reynolds and Connor Roy perform at the 4th annual Grace Musical Festival at Lake St. Clair Metro Park on Saturday, July 19. The event also includes a kids’ zone, food trucks, vendors, a message, prayer tent and more! Visit gracemusicfestival.com for information on tickets, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact Lisa Duffer at (586) 873-3385.

VISIT DUTCH COUNTRY WITH TRINITY UTICA—Join members from other churches for a Lancaster Show Trip and the Dutch Country tour. The trip is Sept. 8-12 and features the Sight and Sound Theatre with the show "Noah,” a guided tour of Philadelphia, the Amish Experience Attraction, a visit to the Kitchen Kettle Village and much more. The cost is $780 per person with double occupancy. This includes motor coach transportation, 4 nights lodging, 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners, all admissions, guided tours and tips. Contact Alison Werner (member at Trinity in Utica) at (586) 599-8066. Trip leaves from Trinity Lutheran Church in Utica. Final payment is due July 1.

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES AT TRINITY UTICA—Trinity Utica hosts summer movie nights on Wednesdays throughout the summer. All movie nights are held in the Fellowship Hall with a light dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the movie beginning at 7 p.m.

• June 18 - Divine Influencer
• June 25 - Heavenly Deposit
• July 2 - Flywheel
• July 9 - Courageous: Legacy
• July 16 - The Forge
• July 23 - Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
• July 30 - Unidentified
• Aug. 6 - Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters
• Aug. 13 - The Unbreakable Boy
• Aug. 20 - King of Kings
• Aug. 27 - Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin.

ARE YOU A MIDDLE SCHOOL OR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT INTERESTED IN PHOTOGRAPHY? We recently launched a student photography program designed to help kids become more involved in their church community while exploring something that interests them. Communications Director Rebecca Thomas has cameras to loan out to students to use at activities around the church, such as ECC Summer Kickoff, outdoor worship service, etc. She will teach you how to use the camera and how to tell Trinity’s story through pictures. They pictures will be used on Trinity’s website and social media with credit to the photographer. If you are interested, reach out to Rebecca Thomas at or call 586-463-2921 ext. 103.

THANKS FROM PASTOR GARY AND GWEN—Thank you to everyone for all of your love, prayers and support over the years. It has been a pleasure serving at Trinity. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. –Pastor Gary and Gwen

This week at Trinity—June 22-28, 2025

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 pastors and leaders attending the Michigan District Convention
• † For our mission partner MCREST
• † For our sister congregation Good Shepherd, New Baltimore

In Memoriam

• Walt Bul
• Martha Rozell