What’s Going on at Trinity — Oct. 25, 2026
FIRST BIBLE FOR 1ST AND 2ND GRADERS - It's time for Trinity's First Bible Stepping Stone. In this class, parents and children learn the how-tos of getting around a Bible and how the Bible is used to help nurture faith. The First Bible Stepping Stone meets in the Church Lounge on either Sunday, Nov. 8 at 9:30 a.m. or Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Pick the date that works best for you. This class is designed for first and second graders and older students who have not participated. Bibles are provided. If you have questions, contact the Church Office at or 586-463-2921. To register, go to Trinityct.org/firstbible.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR KIDS MINISTRY–Trinity's kids ministry program is in need of Sunday school volunteers! If you are interested in helping, contact Nicole Demopoulos at
CONFIRMATION— Today at 11 a.m., 10 of our young people will participate in the Rite of Confirmation. pray for this next generation of Christ followers. Congratulations to our Confirmands!
Holly Anderson
Benjamin Bishop
Magnolia Burge
Keane Gastmeier
Amelia Kozlowski
Matthew Nyboer
Micah Rodriguez
Samuel Schmidt
Ethan Sutton
Ignacy Tyburski
>ENGAGE GOD
SERMON —Free to Love–This week's readings come from Revelations 14:6-7, Romans 3:19-28 and Matthew 22:34-46.
NEW SERMON SERIES BEGINS NEXT WEEK–Money Matters–We go to school to prepare ourselves to earn it. Then we spend much of our lives deciding how to make it, save it, spend it, invest it, and give it away. We worry that we won’t have enough, dream about what we could do with more, and sometimes discover just how much power it can have over our relationships, decisions, and peace of mind. Its absence can create tremendous hardship, while its presence can accomplish enormous good. It touches almost every part of our lives—which means we cannot afford to ignore what it is doing in our hearts. Wouldn’t you agree, Money matters?! Over four weeks, our Fall Stewardship series will explore 2 Corinthians 8–9, the Apostle Paul’s most extensive teaching on Christian generosity. Beginning with the grace God has shown through the faithful witness of generations before us, we will take a decidedly practical look at earning, saving, investing, and giving—and ask what it means to handle money faithfully as disciples of Jesus.
Sunday Morning Bible Studies - 9:45-10:45 a.m.
• Adult Bible Study - Pastor-led - Community Center
• New Testament Confirmation Module - Chapel
• Youth Programs - Grades 6-12 - Youth Lounge
• Sunday School - Grades K-5 - Church Commons
• Nursery - Babies-Preschool - Nursery
SERVICE TIME CHANGES- Trinity's new service times are as follows:
• Sundays - 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Wednesdays - 11 a.m.
SENIOR LUNCHEON–On the third Wednesday of each month, following the Wednesday 11 a.m. worship service, Trinity hosts a senior lunch in the Church Lounge. Stop in following the service for fellowship and food.
YOUTH NIGHT—Sunday Night Youth Night is a place to hang out, have fun, build friendships, and grow in faith. Sundays 6-7:30 p.m., in the Youth Lounge. All students in grades 6-12 are welcome! For more information, reach out to Mr. Dan at
LADIES MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY meets 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Church Lounge. The group is currently studying "God of Freedom" by Jen Wilkin, which covers Exodus 19 to 40.For information, contact Bonnie Young by cell or text 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.
WEDNESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY—A Wednesday morning women’s Bible study meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Church Lounge. The group will focus on Romans from the book, “Romans: A 12-Week Study” by Jared C. Wilson. Led by Linda Gawinski. For information call 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
BETHLEHEM BREAKFAST–The Bethlehem Breakfast is scheduled for Dec. 5 at the Italian-American Cultural Center. The event theme is "Keeping Christ in Christmas Around the World" and features a full breakfast, music and a program. Open to all Trinity women, girls and their guests. Tickets are $30 and will be sold Nov. 1-20 from the Church Office and on Sunday, Nov. 8, 15 and 22 between services. For more information or to volunteer to be a reader, contact Bonnie Young by cell or text at 586-350-3222 or the church office.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
GIVE BLOOD—Trinity hosts a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, Nov. 23 from 12-6 p.m. in the Community Center. As an extra incentive, the Red Cross is giving out Wheel of Fortune mugs to donors. For an appointment, call Lisa Riviera at 586-463-2921, ext. 111, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: TrinityCT. Go to RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health questions on the day of your appointment.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GALA–Save the date for a special evening of gratitude, celebration, and purpose at the Macomb County Habitat for Humanity Gala on Friday, Nov. 20, from 6-10 p.m. at Zuccaro’s Banquet and Catering in Chesterfield. This year’s theme, “Because of Them, We Are Home for the Holidays,” is dedicated to honoring our veterans, the brave men and women who serve in the armed forces, and those everyday heroes who help us reach our goals. It is a time to come together as a community to recognize those who have given so much, while also supporting Habitat’s mission to provide safe, affordable housing for families in need.For information or tickets, contact Kent Marshall at
SIMPLY GIVE IS BACK–From now to Saturday, Dec. 26, Trinity’s Food Pantry is getting a helping hand from Meijer! Shop the Clinton Township Meijer and purchase a $10 Simply Give gift card from the register and Trinity’s food pantry receives the $10 plus a match from Meijer that we can use on food and other eligible items. Your purchase of one $10 provides $20 to our Food Pantry. Saturday, Dec. 12, it is Double Match Day. For every $10 card purchased, Meijer contributes $20, bringing the total to $30 for the pantry! For more information, call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
WELLSPRING LUTHERAN AUXILAIRY meets on Oct. 27 at Christ the King Lutheran church, 29920 23 Mile Rd. Chesterfield. The meeting will begin with lunch at noon. We will be working on a project for the Craft Show. The Craft show will be held on Nov. 21t at the Chesterfield Community Center. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.
>SCHOOL AND ECC
ECC ACHATZ PIE FUNDRAISER From now until Oct. 28, order Achatz Pie gift certificates from the Early Childhood Center fundraiser. Forms are available in the ECC. For information, contact the
4th ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT–Trinity is the host site for a parent-organized Trunk or Treat event on Friday, Oct. 30. Students are welcome to dress up and visit the trunks in the parking lot where treats will be passed out. Trunks should be family-friendly, not scary or decorated in a way that might frighten younger children. Set up for trunks will be from 6-7 p.m. with trick-or-treating from 7-8 p.m. Food trucks will be available as well. This is a rain or shine event. To help us prepare, please RSVP at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4FA8A62DA4FF2-66223324-4thannual. For questions, please contact Crystal Albensi at .
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
INTERFAITH VOLUNTEER CAREGIVERS PASTA DINNER–The Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers hosts a pasta dinner fundraiser at the UAW Training Center, 27800 George Merrelli Drive, Warren. IVS provides support to older and disabled neighbors. Tickets include pasta, salad, tolls, coffee, lemonade. Carryouts are available. Purchase tickets at ivcinfo.org/events/pasta-dinner or call 586-757-5551.
APPLICATIONS to become a Lutheran North Mustang for the 2027–28 school year are officially OPEN! The early application deadline is Dec. 15. Visit lutherannorth.com/apply-online.
LEAVES WANTED! We need shredded leaves for the outdoor garden at the corner of Farmcrest and Harper. Shred with a lawn mower or shredder into kraft lawn bags or sturdy plastic bags and drop them off on the lawn near the garden. Try to avoid sticks, twigs, gravel and other debris. Sorry, we can't pick up, but we do the spreading.
This week at Trinity—Oct. 25-31, 2026
Sunday (25)
8:30 a.m. Worship - Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Adult Bible Study - Community Center
9:45 a.m. Youth Bible Study - Youth Lounge
9:45 a.m. Sunday School - Commons
11 a.m. Worship - Sanctuary
5 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship - Sanctuary
6 p.m. Youth Night -Youth Lounge
Monday (26)
1 p.m. Alanon - Church Lounge
6:30 p.m. Tai Chi - Gym
6:30 p.m. Ladies Bible Study - Church Lounge
Tuesday (27)
9 a.m. MOMCo - Meeting Room 1/2
9:30 a.m. Women's Bible Study - Church Lounge
5:30 p.m. Scouts - Community Center
Wednesday (28)
6 a.m. Men's Bible Study - Church Lounge
11 a.m. Wednesday Worship - Sanctuary
11:30 a.m. Women's Bible Study - Church Lounge
Noon Kiwanis - Community Center
Thursday (29)
Noon Hugs Express - Meeting Room 1
2 p.m. Paper Hugs - Community Center
7 p.m. Purls - Church Lounge
7 p.m. Choir Practice - Choir Room
Friday (30)
6 p.m. Trunk-or-Treat - Parking Lot
7 p.m. N/A - Community Center
Saturday (31)
8 a.m. Men's Bible study - Church Lounge
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 our mission partner Groundwork Guatemala
• For our sister congregation St. John, Rochester