What’s Happening at Trinity—Nov. 26, 2023
PURCHASE A POINSETTIA—Poinsettia sales are underway. The plants help decorate our sanctuary for Christmas. They are $15 each. We will again have a self-serve table in the foyer. And a drop box for completed sales forms. Last day to place an order is Sunday, Dec. 3. Any questions, please call Kathy Conrad at 586-914-4512.
MITE BOX REMINDER—Next Sunday is the first Sunday of the month and a time for all individual Mite Box users to empty their boxes into the big Mite Box in the foyer. All your donated coins add up and provide great mission work through the Lutheran Women’s Mission League.
FROM MISSION COUNCIL: Per Mission Council Policy B7, Mission Council is calling for a Congregational Assembly on Sunday, Dec. 10, at 10:15 a.m. We need to vote on renewing Pastor Gary’s term as Acting Senior Pastor for a period of one year or until the office is filled by a regularly called Senior Pastor if that occurs prior to one year, but in case not to exceed one for this approval. The agenda includes:
- Call to Order
- Call process update
- Mission Council policy review
- Special congregational meeting new business: Renewal of acting senior pastor agreement
>ENGAGE GOD
CURRENT SERMON SERIES—”It’s a matter of…” Our November sermon series continues as Pastor Gary focuses on the theme, “It’s a matter of…”
- † Nov. 25/26—It’s a Matter of Commitment
ADVENT ACTIVITIES
ADVENT SERMON SERIES-Our next sermon series takes us through Advent and into Epiphany. Advent is a season of anticipation—but also a season of past and future colliding with the present. We will focus on all aspects with the series titled, “Hope is on the Way.”
ADVENT CROSSTALK DEVOTIONS BEGIN DEC. 4—Our week-day Crosstalk audio devotions begin Dec. 4. These short devotions are sent directly into your email each day if you have signed up for them. If you’d like to sign up, go to Trinityct.org/crosstalk or contact Rebecca Thomas at You can also find these devotions on iTunes or Google Play by searching for Trinity Lutheran CrossTalk.
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. It is held Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. For information or to sign up, call Lisa Riviera at 586-463-2921 ext. 111 or
SOUP AND SING—Come sing Christmas songs around our Christmas tree and join your Trinity family for a soup dinner. This event is free and begins at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6 in the Church Foyer.
SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM—On Wednesday, Dec. 13, Trinity school student present, “Wrapping all the way.” They will share the message of Christmas through their singing, acting and more at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.
WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES AND CLASSES
LADIES BIBLE STUDY continues Monday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. We are studying "God of Creation" by Jen Wilkin. Contact Bonnie Young by cell or text at 586-350-3222 for more information.
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.
BIBLE STUDY FOR MEN – Jesus told captivating stories/parables. This Bible study is a chance to explore some of Jesus’ most famous narrative parables: The Good Samaritan, Prodigal Son, Rich Fool and others. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 6– 7 a.m. starting Nov. 29 in the Church Lounge. Hot coffee, study guides and Christian fellowship await you! Questions? contact Pat Anderson
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 Services Auxiliary meets on Nov. 28 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 21400 S. Nunneley, Clinton Twp. At this meeting we are collecting gift cards for Christmas Caring. We are looking for Visa gift cards, department store/grocery store/gas station gift cards. The major stores are preferred – Meijer, Walmart, Kroger, Target, etc. All dollar amounts are welcomed. A lunch is served at noon by the ladies of St. Luke.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
MCREST GIVING TREE—MCREST has many needs this year, please look for the MCREST Giving Tree located in the foyer for your opportunity to help. Take the ornament, purchase the item and return both to the Church Office or place it under the tree.
CAMP RESTORE DETROIT FUNDRAISER - Camp Restore Detroit Fundraiser - Plan on tuning in for this weeklong “look at your own pace” fundraiser featuring videos, impact stories, and an online auction that will include fleece blankets tied by a group of Trinity women and a beautiful quilt worth over $200 made by a supporter in Omaha. The auction link to be activated on Giving Tuesday, November 28, is https://givebutter.com/c/PuxGJC/auction
FEED THOSE IN NEED-Trinity provides meals/casseroles for Family of God in Detroit on the second Wednesday of every month and we need volunteers to help. 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.
>SCHOOL AND ECC
DINNER DANCE TICKETS ON SALE NOVEMBER 28! The 8th grade class parents will sell tickets for the annual dinner dance fundraiser beginning after Thanksgiving. The event is Feb. 24 at the Italian American Cultural Center. Tickets are $65 each and include dinner, dancing, and an open bar. Bring some extra cash for all the fun games and drawings! Purchase your tickets from an 8th grade parent, or see Mrs. Nyboer in the school office.
ATTENTION HUNTERS Mr. Brown is looking for deer heart to use as part of the upper grade science curriculum. If you or someone you know would like to contribute, please reach out to Mark Brown at
FOOD SERVICE HELP WANTED—The Early Childhood Center is looking for a part-time food service staff member. This positions is responsible for portioning and delivering lunch and two snacks daily along with food service utensils to 8 classrooms. The position hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.– 12:15 p.m. Full time options available. Apply at trinityct.org/eccemployment.
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. This program is free to four-year-olds who qualify. Find out more on at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.
GIFT CARDS MAKE GREAT GIFTS—With the holidays approaching, get your holiday shopping done with Raise Right and help Trinity in the process. By purchasing gift cards through RaiseRight, you can earn money towards student tuition and help Trinity. RaiseRight offers physical and e-cards. Pay instantly from your phone. For the enrollment code and questions, contact Rachel Nyboer in the school office at 586-8511 ext. 130 or
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTION RENEWALS—Take advantage of the District subscription discount on Lutheran Witness magazine and get the Michigan In Touch supplement! You receive 11 issues of Lutheran Witness for $19/year. The deadline to place your order is Dec. 3. Contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921 for more information.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS—The dates for the 2023 Christmas services are listed below.
- † Saturday, Dec. 23—No Saturday evening worship
- † Sunday, Dec. 24—10 a.m.–Regular Sunday morning worship
- † Sunday, Dec. 24—4 p.m.—Christmas Eve Service for families
- † Sunday, Dec. 24—7 p.m.—Candlelight worship
- † Sunday, Dec. 24—11 p.m.—Candlelight worship
- † Monday, Dec. 25 —10 a.m.—Christmas Day worship
This week at Trinity—Nov. 26-Dec. 2, 2023
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Sunday (26) |
9 a.m. |
Worship— Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Monday (27) |
1 p.m. |
Alanon—Church Lounge |
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6 p.m. |
Stephen Ministry Training-Meeting Room 1 |
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6 p.m. |
Grief Share—Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi—Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Youth Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Confirmation Module-Chapel |
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Tuesday (28) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Scouts—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Mission Council—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Confirmation Module—Chapel |
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Wednesday (29) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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Thursday (30) |
5:30 p.m. |
Scouts—Meeting Room 1 |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Confirmation Module—Youth Lounge |
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Friday (1) |
7 p.m. |
NA—Community Center |
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Saturday (2) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5 p.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
Please update any prayer requests with Pastor Gary at to avoid having the names of those still in need removed from the 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 Camp Restore—Detroit
- † For our sister congregation St. John, Fraser