Trinity Announcer for Oct. 3, 2021

What’s Happening at Trinity—Oct. 3, 2021

E3 CONTINUES BE SURE TO RSVP—More than 100 people continue to join us each Wednesday evening for a time of food, education and fellowship. We invite you to join us this Wednesday, whether you are an E3 regular or just want to try it out. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. And yes, it’s free! This week, we will have hot dogs, mac and cheese, salad and dessert. Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. and run for an hour. There will be a nursery for small children, preschool Bible class, elementary Bible class, our middle/high school meet up and three adult studies: Being a Disciple of Jesus; The Book of Galatians; and Biblical Marriage (Marriage God’s Way). Be sure to register the number of people who will be eating with us Trinityct.org/E3.

HELP FOR E3—Are you joining us for E3? Do you want to help out? We need help at check in and directing guests through the building. If you can help one week or several, contact Robin in the Church Office at  or call 586-463-2921 x143.

THE ELEXIO APP CAN DO MORE THAN ATTENDANCE—Many of our school families are using the Elexio app to record their attendance. Some of our church members are using the Elexio app to give their offerings. The app is a link between you and the church. To make sure we can continue to reach you, use the app to update your contact information. Or, do it online at https://trinityct.elexiochms.com/. If you aren’t a school family and still want to use the Elexio app, YOU CAN! If you need help logging in, contact Rebecca Thomas at

>ENGAGE GOD

PREACHING SERIES—This week, we continue our preaching series, Ancient Words for a Modern World, the Gospel according to Isaiah. Upcoming readings include:

• Oct. 3—Isaiah 6
• Oct. 10—Isaiah 12
• Oct. 17—Isaiah 35
• Oct. 24—Isaiah 43:1-7; 18-25
• Oct 31—Isaiah 52:13-53:12

CONFIRMATION MODULES-If you have a 6th, 7th or 8th grader, it’s time to register for confirmation modules! To check out the dates and times and/or to sign up for modules visit the confirmation website at www.trinityct.org/confirmation. For information, contact Kristin Hardy at or 586-463-2921.

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 Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge. The group is currently studying ELIJAH, an 7-week study by Priscilla Shirer. Questions, contact Bonnie Young by text or cell 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 mornings at 6 a.m. in the Church Lounge. The topic changes regularly. Study guide provided. Bring your own breakfast/beverage. We will NOT have coffee to serve. 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, Clinton Twp., 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

PAPER HUGS MEETS THURSDAY—Come and do something Real and Positive. Make cards with the Paper Hugs crew. On Thursday, Oct. 7 we will meet in the Church Lounge starting at 2 p.m. Come when you can and stay as long as you're able. If you've been saying to yourself, "Maybe I should try that," you're right. You should! If you have questions, contact Robin in the Church Office at 586-463-2921.

WE NEED A FEW GOOD USHERS—We need a few people in our rotation to serve as ushers. If you are interested, contact Glen Pollard at 586.463.2132 or or Greg Gellert 586-463-0168 or

>ENGAGE THE WORLD 

COMING SOON! Due to expanded growth and increasing demand, Trinity Christian Counseling is moving to a larger and newer facility. We’ll open on Monday, Oct. 4 in the Normandy Center, 36405 Harper Avenue, south of 16 Mile Road. We are on the west side between McLaren Medical offices and Huntington Bank. For more information call 586-468-0401 or email 

CAMP RESTORE FUNDRAISER—A Night in the Garden of Eatin’, October 16, 4-6 pm – Camp Restore’s annual fundraiser provides a chance to see the work of Camp Restore, hear about the impact they’re having, and lend personal support. They’re hosting a hybrid event, where you can come to meet in their community gardens, meet community leaders, and take a tour of their campus, or do it all from the comfort of your home. In person: Meet in the garden, across from 17100 Chalmers St. for lot of fun! To watch live, tune in to https://crd.cbo.io.

LWML FALL FROLIC—The LWML Macomb South Zone Fall Frolic will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. at All Nations Lutheran Church at 17343 15 Mile Road, in Clinton Township. with brunch. All women are invited to attend. It’s a morning of brunch food, fellowship and fun with women from other area churches. We will discuss the future plans for the LWML zone as well. Registration is $7, payable at the door. Registrations are not required, but to assist with the food preparation, contact Judy Baarck for tickets at 586-913-7118 or

TRINITY QUILTERS RESUMES—The Trinity Quilters for Lutheran World Relief will resume meet monthly on the third Tuesday. Upcoming meetings include Sept. 21 and Oct. 19. For more info, contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921.

KNITTERS MEETING AGAIN! — Trinity Purls knitting group meets on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge! Join knitters and crocheters to create lap and prayer shawls for those in need. For information, contact Joan Lavey 586-791-5016.

SALVATION ARMY NEEDS HELP—The Salvation Army is allowing volunteers to cook in-person again beginning Oct. 12, at 9 a.m. We are looking for volunteers to help with this mission. Call Dennis Waligore at 586-551-5162 for more information.

HELP FAMILY OF GOD— Trinity provides meals for our mission, Family of God in Detroit, on the second Wednesday of each month. We need volunteers to provide a casserole/meal. If you can help, call Karen Langreet at 586-445-2460 or 586-291-6273. For more info on Family of God, visit www.fogdetroit.com.

>SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

SCRIP PROGRAM Do you frequently visit the same businesses (like Meijer or Target)? Are you taking a trip soon (Delta Airlines or Best Western)? Maybe you eat lunch regularly at the same place (Subway, Chipotle, Panera)? Or gas up at the same station every week (Speedway, Marathon)? Purchase gift cards through the Great Lakes Scrip Program and earn money towards school tuition and help Trinity in the process. Over 400 vendors participate and it’s as easy as ordering online. Friends and family can also link to your account and help you earn money off tuition. For more information, speak with Rachel Nyboer in the school office, or visit shopwithscrip.com.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS 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 to be interviewed.

PRESCHOOL OPENINGS-- There is still time to enroll your child in preschool! 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 at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.

KITCHEN HELP NEEDED—Trinity Early Childhood Center is seeking a food service assistant to portion and deliver food to the classrooms of little ones in the Early Childhood Center. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m.– 2:15 p.m. No cooking required. Please contact the center at 586-463-8803 or by email at   

This week at Trinity—Oct. 3-9, 2021

PRAYER LIST

Special Prayers 

• For the sick and suffering 
• For those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries this month
• For our nation and our leaders
• For those who don’t know Jesus as their Savior
• For all those impacted by COVID-19