What’s Happening at Trinity—Nov. 28, 2021
ADVENT ACTIVITIES
This week, we begin the Advent season. There are plenty of activities coming up to help you focus your attention on Jesus as we lead up to Christmas. Several are listed below. You can also check trinityct.org/Christmas for our evolving list of events and service times.
ADVENT CROSSTALK DEVOTIONS BEGIN NOV. 29—Our week-day Crosstalk audio devotions begin next Monday. These 5 minute devotions are sent directly into your email inbox each day if you have signed up for them. The theme this year is “God’s Promises and Prophesies Fulfilled in Jesus.” If you’d like to sign up to receive the devotions, contact Rebecca Thomas at You can also find these devotions on iTunes or Google Play by searching for Trinity Lutheran CrossTalk.
BETHLEHEM BREAKFAST AVAILABLE ONLINE—The Bethlehem Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 9 a.m. While in-person tickets are sold out, you can still join in through livestream. The theme is "WATCH for CHRIST in CHRISTMAS" Join us for music, scripture and an uplifting Christmas message. Tune in from Trinity’s website at trinityct.online.church/.
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 will be held Monday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. For information or to sign up, call the Church Office at 586-463-2921 or
>ENGAGE GOD
ADVENT SERMON SERIES—“Come, Lord Jesus” - As we look toward Advent and Christmas, the sermon series will focus on the Gospels listed below.
† Dec. 5—Luke 3:1-14
† Dec. 12—Luke 7:18-28
† Dec. 19—Luke 1:39-45
MIDWEEK ADVENT WORSHIP-Mid-Week Advent services will be held at noon in the chapel on Wednesday Dec. 1, 8 and 15. These brief services provide another opportunity to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus during the Advent season.
E3 RESUMES THIS WEEK—E3 resumes this Wednesday, Dec. 1 and will also run Dec. 8 before taking a break until Wednesday, Jan. 12 If you plan to attend on Dec. 1 and have dinner with us at 6 p.m., you can RSVP at Trinityct.org/E3. If you don’t need dinner, there is no need to RSVP, we will see you at 6:30 p.m.
YOUTH MEETINGS—Our youth will gather again together this Wednesday, Dec. 1, 8 and 15 before pausing for the holidays. Bring your outdoor chair for our time around the bonfire.
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
MONDAY NIGHT LADIES BIBLE STUDY continues Monday with "Our Hope Has Come" Join us at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge. If you have questions, contact Bonnie Young 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. Meetings will be held in the Church Lounge.
WEDNESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets Wednesday at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Topic changes regularly. Study guide provided. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. We will NOT have coffee. Pat Anderson leads the group. To join by Zoom, email
SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S STUDY—A Saturday morning men’s Bible study meets weekly at Great Lakes Family Dining, 36830 Harper Ave, at 8 a.m. Currently, the group is studying “Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Join in. For more information, contact Brian Lanko at
>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE
SUPPORT THE WOMEN’S LEAGUE TODAY—After a huge success at the Trinity Craft/Vendor show last week, the Women’s League still has more items to sell. In addition to having a few items left from the show, the Women’s League is also making more of the soup and chili mixes and jams that sold out. Stop by the table in the foyer after both services today so see what you might purchase. Remember, all of the proceeds are donated to Trinity’s missions and non-profits.
PAPER HUGS MEETS DEC. 2—The next meeting of Paper Hugs is Thursday, Dec. 2 from 1:30-8 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Come when you can and leave when you must. No experience necessary. Bring a snack! For more information, call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE—Trinity will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, Dec. 14 from 1– 7 p.m. in the Community Center. Consider donating blood to save the lives. Sign up at RedCrossBlog.org and use the sponsor code TrinityCT. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera at
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH BASKETBALL PROGRAM returns for another season! Trinity offers a chance to play and engage in friendly competition with other churches through Michigan Lutheran Youth Athletics. Games are on weekends with one to two practices a week . We hope to begin practices soon with opening games the first week in January. Games are played at Immanuel, TCT, and St John Fraser. For more info, contact Jay Guzman at or 586-744-3962.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
MCREST IS COMING—MCREST is our congregation’s opportunity to extend Christ’s love to homeless men, women and children as we provide shelter, food, and more. Our MCREST dates from Dec. 19-26. MANY VOLUNTEERS are needed. The Big Board and Giving Tree is in the foyer. Check it out and pray about how God can use you to be a blessing.
COATS TO DONATE? Have a gently worn winter coat and/or winter weight blanket that you don't currently need? Peace Lutheran on East Warren in Detroit has a small clothing ministry and food pantry and could use them this winter. Call Joanne at 901-857-0921 if you'd like to contribute these items.
>SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
SUBS STILL NEEDED—Trinity is looking to add to our list of substitutes for all grades. If you are interested, send your resume to Principal Mark Brown at
TODDLER TEACHER: The Early Childhood Center is seeking a teacher for our Toddler Classroom – this classroom has children from ages 12 – 30 months. Must have a minimum of associates degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA (an early childhood teaching credential). Fill out an application at www.trinityct.org/ECC and click on employment page or call the Early Childhood Center at 586-463-8803 for more information.
CHILDCARE STAFF MEMBER FOR INFANT ROOM —A childcare worker is needed for a full-time, year-round position, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Fill out an application at www.trinityct.org/ECC and click on employment page or call the Early Childhood Center at 586-463-8803 for more information.
CHILD CARE ASSISTANTS needed in the ECC. Part-time positions available. Please contact the front desk at to learn more.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTION—It’s time to renew your Lutheran Witness subscription! The Lutheran Witness is the official periodical of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and is published 11 times a year. Subscriptions are $11.60 per year through Trinity. Renewals are due to the Church Office by Dec. 5. Make checks payable to Trinity Lutheran Church.
ELEMENTARY STUDENTS INVITED TO LHN—Lutheran North invites kindergarten through second graders to join art teacher Mrs. Wilson and some LHN student to create Christmas ornaments and learn more about LHN. The event is Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. and will last about an hour. Registration is required and limited. Visit lutherannorth.com and click on Events at the top of the screen.
This week at Trinity—Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2021
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Sunday (28) |
Bethlehem Breakfast Tickets on Sale—Foyer |
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9 a.m. |
Worship –Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Monday (29) |
1 p.m. |
Alanon—Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi—Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Stephen Ministers Training—Meeting Room 3 |
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7 p.m. |
Ladies Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Confirmation Module—Sanctuary |
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Tuesday (30) |
9:30 a.m. |
Ladies Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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6:30 p.m. |
Special Olympics—Gym |
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7 p.m. |
Mission Council—Church Lounge |
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7 p.m. |
Boy Scouts—Community Center |
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Wednesday (1) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Community Center |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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6 p.m. |
E3 Dinner—Cafeteria |
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6:30 p.m. |
E3—Various Rooms |
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Thursday (2) |
9:30 a.m. |
Pastoral Care Team—Church Lounge |
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1:30 p.m. |
Paper Hugs—Church Lounge |
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6 p.m. |
Cub Scouts—Meeting Room 4/5 |
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7 p.m. |
Confirmation Module—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
School Band Christmas Concert—Sanctuary |
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7 p.m. |
Voices in Praise—Music Room |
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7 p.m. |
Purls—Church Lounge |
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Friday (3) |
7 p.m. |
NA Meeting—Community Center |
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Saturday (4) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Great Lakes Dining |
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9 a.m. |
Bethlehem Breakfast—Community Center |
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5 p.m. |
Worship-Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
Special Prayers
† For the Sick and Suffering
† For our Trinity IMPACT Missions
† For the addicted and the imprisoned
† For the unborn, the disabled, and aging
† For all those impacted by COVID-19