Trinity Announcer for March 22, 2026

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SERVICES

• PALM/PASSION WEEKEND WORSHIP– March 21/22
  We’ll recount the events of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week was crucified. Palms will be distributed.
• MAUNDY THURSDAY WORSHIP — Thursday, April 2, 7 p.m.
  We gather for worship and pay special attention to the Lord’s Supper and the center of our life with Christ.
• GOOD FRIDAY REFLECTION—Friday, April 3, 1 p.m.
  During the hours when Jesus hung on the cross, we gather for prayer, to read scripture and meditate on the greatest moment in human history. This service includes Holy Communion
• GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP — Friday, April 3, 7 p.m.
  We gather for solemn worship that recounts the seven last words of Christ leading to His death.
• EASTER SUNDAY — Sunday, April 5, 8:30 and 11 a.m.
  Choir performance and special music.

What’s Happening at Trinity—March 22, 2026

FOURTH SUNDAY—It’s the fourth Sunday of the month which means it’s Mite box collection! If you’ve brought your Mite boxes to support the LWML, find the big drop box in the Commons.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE FUNDRAISER—Tuesday, March 24, is the day to take a break from cooking and have a good meal at Texas Roadhouse on 23 Mile Road in Chesterfield. Grab a flyer—paper copy or a picture on your phone—to show the server and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of the cost of your meal to Trinity’s Women’s League. Plus there is a bake sale for dessert or snacks. Flyers are at the Welcome Center or at the Coffee Hour counter. 

EASTER FOOD BASKET DONATION—This Easter, Trinity will donate Easter dinner baskets to local families in need. Help us fill the baskets! The food donation deadline is March 26. Items needed: Hams (10-14 lbs), eggs, frozen fruit pies or cakes, boxed scalloped potatoes, yams or sweet potatoes, baked beans, green beans or corn. Donations can be dropped off from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Church Office.

>ENGAGE GOD

SERMON FOCUS—Learning to Lament— What do we do when what we know about God doesn’t seem to match what we are experiencing? Psalm 22 gives voice to that painful tension, teaching us that faith does not ignore confusion, sorrow, or unanswered questions. This week, we’ll explore how lament is not the opposite of faith, but one of the ways faith speaks when life feels disorienting. In the midst of suffering and silence, God invites us to bring our honest cries into His presence and learn to trust Him there.

• † March 21/22—Psalm 22
• † March 28/29 (Palm Sunday) - Psalm 24

SUNDAY EVENING YOUTH GROUP—Students in grades 6-12 are invited to Student Ministry Nights on Sundays at 6 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Students get together to grow in God’s Word, develop and deepen friendship and make plans to life out their faith in the world around us. Jump in at any time!

MIDWEEK LENT WORSHIP—Trinity offers a midweek, midday Lent services on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. in the chapel through Wednesday, April 1. The messages of the services focus on “The Hand of the Lord.” Services include Holy Communion.

NEW MEMBER CLASS STARTS IN APRIL—Our Life with Jesus series helps those interested in membership at Trinity to meet other new members, and to find a place in our church family. The next Life with Jesus: New Member Series returns April 12. Sign up at Trinityct.org/LWJ and the church office will reach out with a start date, which is based on your previous church background.

• † Class 1 (April 12, 2026) is Christianity 101
• † Class 2 (April 19, 2026) is Engage God (LWJ 1)
• † Class 3 (April 26, 2026) is Engage God's People (LWJ 2)
• † Class 4 (May 3, 2026) is Engage the World (LWJ 3)
• † Class 5 (May 17, 2026) is Lutheran 101
• † New Member Welcome (May 31, 2026)

LADIES MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY continues this week. We will study "Esther" a 7-week study by Kelly Minter. Meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Enter the side door near the music room and someone will let you in. All ladies are welcome. For information or to reserve a book, contact Bonnie Young at 586-350-3222

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY—The Tuesday morning Bible study meets to enjoy God's Word each week from 9:30-10:45 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Led by Mary Hartman and Lila Tirsell.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY is on Wednesdays from 6-7 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Connect with over twenty Christian brothers for Bible study, conversation, and spiritual growth. Study guides and coffee provided.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY—Women’s Bible study meets Wednesdays at noon (during Lent) in the Church Lounge. The group is studying the book of James. For more information, contact study leader Linda Gawinski at 586-431-1147.

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

>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE

COFFEE HOUR HELP--The Hospitality Committee is looking volunteers to help at the coffee counter on Sunday mornings. Slots are available for parent volunteer hours as snack sorters and counter cleaners during Coffee Hour on Sunday mornings. There is a need as soon as next weekend! Sign up before slots disappear. Scan the QR code or go to www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EADAA2FA0F8C43-54952705-trinity#/

MEN’S GROUP LAUNCHING—We are excited to launch Iron Men, a opportunity for connection and encouragement among the men of our church, school, and ECC community. Inspired by Proverbs 27:17—“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another”—this ministry is focused on helping men grow as husbands, fathers, leaders, and brothers in Christ through fellowship, conversation, and service. Our first monthly gathering takes place Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Kuhnenn's Brewer. Before attending, watch a short sermon (scan the QR code) by Joby Martin to spark discussion, though the evening will primarily focus on fellowship and building friendships. When men encourage one another and stay rooted in Christ, it strengthens our families, our church, and our community. Reach out to Principal Mark Brown for more information at

GRIEFSHARE—A new GriefShare group begins at Trinity on Thursday, March 26 from 6-8 p.m. in the Chapel and runs 13 weeks. A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Participants discover what to expect and what’s “normal” in grief. You’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief and gain solid support each step of the way. The cost to attend is $20 and includes the workbook. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera, Parish Nurse/Human Care Director at or call 586-463-2921 ext. 111. To register, logon to https://find.griefshare.org/groups/289934.

CARING FOR OUR CAMPUS—Trinity is launching a new Campus Stewardship Team to care for our church, school, and Early Childhood Center in an organized and community-driven way. Our campus is growing and busy and we need members of all ages to help with the maintenance of our building. This includes indoor and outdoor spaces, building access and systems. Earn volunteer and community service hours while helping with simple yet impactful tasks. If you are interested in joining the Campus Stewardship Team, or want to learn more, contact Brandon Ritchie Director of Operations at or at 989-339-8990.

>ENGAGE THE WORLD

PANCAKE BREAKFAST—The 31st annual Kiwanis/ Boy Scout Troop 157 Pancake Breakfast and Famous Bake Sale, featuring Rosco the Clown is next Sunday, Palm Sunday, March 29 from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Come join us for pancakes and sausage. Tickets are available at the door for $10 for adults and $6 for children under 12.

MACOMB HABITAT WOMENS LUNCHEON—Macomb County Habitat for Humanity hosts a Women’s Luncheon on Thursday, April 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Zuccaro’s Banquet and Catering in Chesterfield. This event brings together powerful, community-changers who will hear from like-minded role models who have restored their neighborhoods, health, families, faith, or attitudes. Tickets are $71. For more information or to register, visit https://macombhabitat.org/events/.

>SCHOOL AND ECC

SPRING BREAK—The school is on spring break Monday, March 30 through Monday, April 6. Classes resume on Tuesday, April 7. The school office is closed during spring break.

NEW THIS YEAR—PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP—This summer, Trinity offers half-day summer camp for 3 and 4 year-olds. Camp begins June 15 and runs for 10 weeks. Camp is Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. with new, fun and educational themes each week. Register for one to 10 weeks of camp. To register or for information, contact the Early Childhood Center at 586-463-8803 or email

TRINITY LAUNCHES YOUNG 5S—This fall, the Early Childhood Center begins offering Young Fives. This program is designed for children who would benefit from an additional year to grow socially, emotionally, and academically because entering kindergarten. The Young Fives program is open to children with a birthday of Sept. 1, 2021 to Dec. 1, 2021. Children with birthdays prior to Sept. 1 may also be considered at the director's discretion but must schedule a meeting before enrollment. Children must have completed a preschool program prior to enrollment. The program runs Sept. 8, 2026 to June 4, 2027 and follows the same calendar as our grade school, including scheduled breaks and time off. For more information, go to Trinityct.org/young5s.

This week at Trinity—March 22-28, 2026

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 call committees and search process
• For our mission partner Groundwork Guatemala
• For our sister congregation St. Peter – Eastpointe

In Memoriam

Brian Pastoria