What’s Happening at Trinity—Oct. 29, 2023
ALL SAINTS DAY—The weekend of Nov. 4/5, we will remember, and give thanks to God, for our loved ones who have died in faith and are in heaven as part of the Church Triumphant! If you have a loved that died in faith in the past year (Nov. 1, 2022 -Oct. 31, 2023) and you would like their name included in the list of the “Faithful Departed,” please contact the church office at 586-463-2921 or by Monday, Oct. 31. Contact the office even if the funeral service was held at Trinity.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS—Trinity is collecting items for Thanksgiving baskets to distribute to those in need in the community. A list of needed items is available at the Welcome Center. Items can be brought to the Church Office, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you know anyone in need, have them sign up in the Church Office beginning Nov. 1, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Valid Macomb County identification is required.
CONFIRMATION— Today at 11 a.m., 19 of our young people will participate in the Rite of Confirmation. Please pray for this next generation of Christ followers.
2023 Confirmands
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Jada Ashley |
Gino Parisi |
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Delaney Behring |
Rachel Rozan |
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Vincent Behnke |
Tanner Schmaus |
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Camryn Bonaventura |
Alexa Sowders |
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Caleb Erkkinen |
Mikayla Stockmeyer |
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James Fiore |
Sidney Tremberth |
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Joshua Gross |
Lance Vadio |
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Lily Konarz |
Tyler Vallone |
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Grayson Luz |
Ethan Winter |
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Ally Orlick |
>ENGAGE GOD
NEW SERMON SERIES—”It’s a matter of…” Our November sermon series kicks off on Nov. 4/5 with a special message from Pastor Norm Koy. Throughout the month of November, Pastor Gary will focus on the theme, “It’s a matter of…”
- † Nov. 11/12—It’s a Matter of Wisdom
- † Nov. 18/19—It’s a Matter of Trust
- † Nov. 25/26—It’s a Matter of Commitment
VETERANS DAY SERVICE—Trinity marks Veterans Day with a special chapel service on Wednesday, Nov. 8. The time will be announced shortly. Our school students will attend and we also invite the community and especially veterans to come hear the message presented by Pastor Norm Koy. For more information about this special service, call the church office at 586-463-2921.
THANKSGIVING WORSHIP—Trinity’s Thanksgiving worship is Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. There will not be worship on Thanksgiving Day.
BAPTISM CLASSES—Pastor Jeremy has several Zoom and in-person classes scheduled for the coming weeks. If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, visit Trinityct.org/baptism. For more information, contact Pastor Jeremy at
or call 586-463-2921 ext. 142.
E3 CONTINUES WITH NEW ADULT STUDY—E3, our Wednesday evening gathering and activities for all ages, continues through the fall! Free pizza is served at 6 p.m. followed by the meet ups at 6:30 p.m. There is something for everyone in the family. Life with Jesus continues to meet , “Fire on the Mountain” for adults, senior and junior high youth groups, preteens, elementary students and a nursery. For more information, go to Trinityct.org/E3 or call the Church Office at 586-463-2921.
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.
WEDNESDAY MEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets Wednesday at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. Led by Pat Anderson. To join by Zoom, email
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
PAPER HUGS MEETS NOV. 2—The next meeting of Paper Hugs is Thursday, Nov. 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.
LET’S DECK THE HALLS OF TRINITY! It takes a lot to dress the church in its Christmas best. If you can help, we need assistance with several decorating tasks, including the foyer Christmas tree. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Robin at 586-463-2921 or email
BETHLEHEM BREAKFAST - The Bethlehem Breakfast returns this year on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9-11 a.m. at the Italian American Cultural Society banquet facility in Clinton Township with the theme "The Peace of Christmas.” Tickets are on sale in the foyer for the first three weeks of November for $25. If you have questions, please contact Bonnie Young by text or cell at 586-350-3222.
SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT TRINITY—Tell The Lutheran Witness magazine what makes our congregation special, and we may be featured in its pages. Creatively describe in 100 words or less why LW should feature us in its magazine. Send it to or a “letter to the editor” at witness.lcms.org/contact. Limit one submission per person, but no limit to submissions from our congregation.
PRAYER FOR STEPHEN MINISTRY—Continue to lift up our Stephen Minister trainees in your prayers. This week they will have their second session on “Assertiveness: Relating Gently and Firmly,” during which they’ll explore their own experiences with assertiveness, explore how to practice it in many different situations, and recognize how assertiveness is a very Christian way of relating.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
BLANKETS NEEDED-If anyone has a new or gently used winter-weight blanket that they don't need, donate them on Sunday, Oct. 29 at the Welcome Center labeled “For Peace Lutheran Church.” Peace is located on East Warren in Detroit. They are collecting blankets for people in their neighborhood.
CAN YOU MAKE A CASSEROLE TO HELP 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 provide a casseroles. 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
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. This includes measuring, sorting, staying organized, and washing in an automated dishwasher. 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 for this fall. This program is free to four-year-olds who qualify. Find out more on either program 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’s over 500 businesses, you can earn money towards student tuition and help Trinity in the process. RaiseRight offers physical gift cards as well as e-cards so you can pay instantly from your phone. AND you can link other friends and family to your account to save even more! For the enrollment code and to ask questions, contact Rachel Nyboer in the school office at 586-8511 ext. 130 or
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
AUTUMN GOLD IN YOUR YARD? Shredded leaves spread on a garden in the fall are the best way to improve soil health year-round. Our Corner Garden is the L shaped spot at the corner of Farmcrest and Harper. We need at least 50 bags of shredded leaves over the next several weeks. Shred with a lawn mower or shredder into kraft lawn bags or sturdy plastic bags and drop them off inside the L on the lawn. Sorry, we can't pick up, but we do the spreading. Thanks for your help with three season color. If you have questions, contact Dave Tirsell at 586-463-4952 or
TRINITY FAMILY CRAFTERS! The 3rd annual Craft Show is NEXT WEEKEND Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. In lieu of an admission fee, bring a toiletry or hygiene item for the food pantry. We have a unique and gifted group of artisans participating to help you get all of your holiday shopping complete in one stop! For more information, contact Robin Shuell at 586-463-2921 or
This week at Trinity—Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2023
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Sunday (29) |
9 a.m. |
Worship— Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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Monday (30) |
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 (31) |
9:30 a.m. |
Women’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Wednesday (1) |
6 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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Noon |
Kiwanis—Community Center |
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6 p.m. |
E3 Pizza Dinner—Cafeteria |
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6:30 p.m. |
E3 and Life with Jesus—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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5 p.m. |
Scouts —Meeting Room 1 |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Church Lounge |
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Friday (3) |
7 p.m. |
NA Community Center |
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Saturday (4) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge |
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5 p.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
Special Prayers
- † For the sick and suffering
- † For those persecuted for their faith
- † For Our Nation and Leaders
- † For the Church throughout the world
- † For the senior pastor search process
- † For our mission partner Compassion Pregnancy Center
- † For our sister congregation St. John Ray Township
- † For our confirmands