What’s Happening at Trinity—Nov. 24, 2024
THANKSGIVING WORSHIP—Trinity will hold a special service on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. to thank God for all of the blessings in our lives as we mark Thanksgiving.
WOMEN’S LEAGUE FUNDRAISER—The Women’s League is hosting an all-weekend Christmas bake sale fundraiser. The women will sell their soup and dip mixes, along with baked goods before and after all services on Dec. 14-15.
BETHLEHEM BREAKFAST—Ladies, Last call for Bethlehem Breakfast tickets. They are available for purchase today between services. The Bethlehem Breakfast is Saturday, Dec. 7 with the theme "The Christmas Lamb of God.” The event is held at the Italian-American Cultural Center, with a full breakfast served at 9 a.m. Tickets are $25. Join us for a full breakfast followed by Christmas inspiration and carols. This is a wonderful opportunity to share Jesus, the true meaning of Christmas, with your family, friends, and neighbors. A table of 10 can be reserved for $250.
CHRISTMAS TREE HELP—It’s time to decorate Trinity for Advent and Christmas. Volunteers are needed to assemble and decorate the large foyer Christmas tree on Sunday, Nov. 24 following the 11 a.m. service. Finishing touches will be done on Monday, Nov. 25. For more information, call or text Robin at 586-531-8286.
CHRISTMAS AND ADVENT—Trinity offers extra services and plenty of activities to help you focus on special season of Advent. From Crosstalk audio devotions to the Advent soup and sing, there are plenty of activities for the entire family to engage in ways that are meaningful for all ages. Inside the announcer you will find a full list of service times, activities, links and more. For more information, visit Trinityct.org/Christmas.
>ENGAGE GOD
CONFIRMATION MODULE REGISTRATION—If you have a sixth, seventh or eighth grader, it’s time to register for confirmation modules. Head to Trinityct.org/confirmation and select the modules that fit within your schedule. If you have questions about confirmation, contact Katie Erkkinen at
BAPTISM CLASSES—A Zoom baptism class is scheduled for Jan. 27 . If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, visit Trinityct.org/baptism. The class focuses on baptism, what it is and why we do it, and explains your role and how this all plays out in the "real life" of your home. For more information, contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921 or email
WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES AND CLASSES
MONDAY NIGHT WOMENS BIBLE STUDY continues weekly, at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Beginning Monday, Nov. 18, the group is starting a 4-week Advent study "JOY TO THE WORLD" All women are welcome. Questions please contact Bonnie Young by cell or text at 586-350-3222.
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.
A BIBLE STUDY FOR MEN—Wednesday mornings from 6– 7 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Hot coffee, study guides and Christian fellowship await you! Questions? Contact Pat Anderson at
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
WELLSPRING MEETING—Wellspring Lutheran Chapter 6 meets on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 21400 Nunneley, Clinton Twp. The meeting begins at noon with lunch provided, by the ladies of St. Luke. On the agenda is the collecting of Christmas Caring Gift Cards from (Meijer, Walmart, Target) and any other gifts you wish to donate. This is the last meeting of 2024 so please come join us. The next meeting is in April!
NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING UPDATE—Trinity is sending 17 youth and adults this summer to the LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans, LA. 25,000+ youth and adults from across the globe will be traveling to New Orleans, July 19 - 23 to be encouraged through the theme “Endure” based on Heb 12:1-3. However, we can’t make it there without your help – so please consider helping us in the following ways:
- † Pray for Trinity’s group of 17 youth and adults attendees
- † Pray for the National Youth Gathering – that lives and hearts would be touched.
- † Please help us “CLEAR THE BOARD” by taking an envelope (or as many as you would like) from the sponsorship board in the Narthex today! on Inside each envelop is another. Write the donation amount on the second envelop, seal it and return it to the church office by Dec. 15. Make checks payable to Trinity Lutheran Church – memo – National Youth Gathering. Thank you for supporting these youth and adults and making this National Youth Gathering a possibility for them to attend.
VOICES IN PRAISE REHEARSALS—The adult choir, Voices in Praise, meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the choir room. The choir is members from Trinity as well as St. Luke Clinton Township. This choir performs regularly at Trinity’s 9 a.m. worship and at services at St. Luke. To join, come to rehearsal or contact Paul Finazzo at
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
BLOOD DRIVE NOV. 25—Trinity hosts a blood drive on Monday, Nov. 25 from 1-7 p.m. If you give on that day, you will receive two pairs of Friends and Red Cross socks. To schedule an appointment, go to RedCrossBlood.org and use the sponsor code TrinityCT. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera at 586-463-2921 ext. 111 or email
JANUARY 2025 HAITI TRIP—A team is traveling to Cap-Haitien, Haiti this coming Jan. 15-22, 2025 and they need our help! The team will see up to 800 Haitians for reading and distant eyeglasses. Distance glasses will purchased from MOST Ministries, but the team is in need of reading glasses with the strength in the +1's, +2's, +3's and +4's. The dollar stores are a great place to find them. Haiti is dusty so the team is also taking donations of .5 oz eye drops as well. Please contact Kim Waller at 586-202-8843 or Keith Waller a586-215-4084 to schedule a pick up or drop off.
FAMILY OF GOD DINNERS—Trinity provides meals to Family of God in Detroit on the second Wednesday of each month. Volunteers are needed to donate a dish. If you’d like to contribute financially, leave a donation in the Church Office or Venmo Cathy Essig (@CLEssig). To schedule a dish donation, call Karen Langreet at 586-445-2460.
>SCHOOL AND ECC
THANKSGIVING RECESSS—The school is closed Monday, Nov. 25-Friday, Nov. 29 and school resumes on Monday, Dec. 2. The Early Childhood Center is closed Thursday, Nov. 28-Friday, Nov. 29.
Advent and Christmas at Trinity
ADVENT DEVOTIONS—Crosstalk Trinity creates Advent audio devotions available to downloaded from our website or iTunes, Google or say, “Play Trinity Crosstalk podcast” to an Alexa-enabled device. Listen to the audio devotions during dinner, while at work or while you commute. For information or to sign up to receive Crosstalk via email, visit Trinityct.org/Crosstalk.
MIDWEEK WORSHIP—Join us on Wednesdays at noon in the chapel as we meditate on God’s word and prepare for the birth of our Savior. Midweek chapel is Dec. 4, 11 and 18.
ADVENT SOUP AND SING—Carols, Christmas trees, crafts and community. Let’s have dinner together and sing Christmas caols as we kick off the Advent season on Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. in the Church Foyer
ECC CONCERT—The 4-year-old preschool students perform in their Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. in the school gym.
BLUE CHRISTMAS—Blue Christmas is intended for those who have experienced a significant loss in their life, whether it be a loved one, job, home or hope, and are seeking the comfort of Immanuel, God with Us. Anyone is welcome. If you know someone who could benefit from this service, invite them. The service is Monday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary. For more information, contact the Lisa Riviera at 586-463-2921 ext. 111.
SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM—Students in Trinity’s K-8 school present the annual Christmas program on Wednesday, Dec. 18 in the Sanctuary. An open dress rehearsal is at 10 a.m. and the main performance is at 6:3 0p.m.
Christmas Eve December 24
- † 4 p.m. - Worship for Families - Christmas worship for families with children of all ages
- † 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. - Candlelight Worship - Christmas worship with orchestra by candlelight
Christmas Day December 25
- † 10 a.m. - Festival Worship with Holy Communion
This week at Trinity—Nov. 24-30, 2024
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Sunday (24) |
9 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Monday (25) |
1 p.m. |
Alanon—Church Lounge |
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1 p.m. |
Blood Drive—Community Center |
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6:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi—Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Tuesday (26) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5:30 p.m. |
Scouts-Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Mission Council—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Scouts—Community Center |
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Wednesday (27) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Thanksgiving Worship—Sanctuary |
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Thursday (28) |
Thanksgiving—Building Closed |
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Friday (29) |
Church Office Closed |
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Saturday (30) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5 p.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
THANKSGIVING CLOSURE—The Church Office is closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. If you have an immediate pastoral need, contact the office at 586-463-2921 and leave a message on the emergency line. Someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
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 nation, its leaders, and our citizens
- † For our mission partner Lutheran High School Association
- † For our sister congregation St. John Rochester