What’s Happening at Trinity—Oct. 31, 2021
ALL SAINTS DAY—The weekend of Nov. 6/7, 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, 2020 -Oct. 31, 2021) 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 Wednesday, Nov. 3.
HELP BEAUTIFY THE CHURCH FOR CHRISTMAS—Poinsettia sales are underway. The plants are $12. Complete an order form near the Coffee Hour Bar and drop in the box or mail to Kathy Conrad at 47845 Freedom Valley Dr., Macomb, MI 48044. Last day for sales is Sunday, Nov. 7. Questions? Call 586-914-4512.
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 are needed by Nov. 14 and 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, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Valid Macomb County identification is required.
CONFIRMATION— Today at 1:30 p.m. 23 of our young people will participate in the Rite of Confirmation. Please pray for this next generation of Christ followers.
2021 Confirmands
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Eric Baird |
Elizabeth Jones |
Lehner Riehl |
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Addison Behring |
Trevor Juengel |
Malina Riehl |
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Isabella D’Agostin |
David Kirkwood |
Brooke Ringstad |
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Edie David |
Richard Kirkwood |
Aiden Snow |
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Lily David |
Jack McMahon |
Nolan Sutton |
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Abbie Hazelton |
Lillian McParland |
Ashlynn Thomas |
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Dylan Isrow |
Alexis Murakami |
Samantha Tremberth |
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Morgan Nyboer |
Scarlett Winter |
>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. 31—Isaiah 52:13-53:12
- Nov. 7 — Isaiah 55
- Nov. 14 — Isaiah 58:1-9a
- Nov. 21 — Isaiah 65:17-25
COMING TO E3? RSVP—We continue to offer our weekday program E3.We invite you to join us this Wednesday. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. And yes, it’s free! Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. There is 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.
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
NEW MONDAY NIGHT LADIES BIBLE STUDY starts Monday, Nov. 1. We are preparing for advent with "Our Hope Has Come" Join us at 7 p.m. in the Church Lounge. If you have questions or to reserve a book, 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. 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
VETERANS DAY SERVICE—Trinity will mark Veterans Day with a special chapel service on Thursday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. Our school students will attend and we also invite the community and especially veterans to come hear the message presented by Chaplin Erkkinen. For more information, call the church office at 586-463-2921.
IT’S ALMOST TIME TO DECK THE HALLS—It takes a lot to dress the church in its Christmas best. If you can help, we need assistance with the big Christmas tree in the foyer. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Robin at 586-463-2921 or email
BETHLEHEM BREAKFAST RETURNS IN-PERSON-The Bethlehem Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 9 a.m. Ladies, mark your calendars now! New venue this year: We will meet in the Trinity Community Center. This years theme will be "WATCH for CHRIST in CHRISTMAS" Join us for a full breakfast, music, scripture and an uplifting Christmas message. Tickets are $15 and will be on sale in the Church Office Nov.1 through 19, and in the foyer before and after services on Sundays, Nov. 7,14, and 21. Reserved tables of 6 can be purchased for $90. Please pay with cash or personal check. Questions ? Contact Bonnie Young by text or cell at 586-350-3222.
PAPER HUGS MEETS NOV. 4—The next meeting of Paper Hugs is Thursday, Nov. 4 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.
CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW—Trinity’s first Holiday Craft/Vendor show is set for Saturday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Artist/Vendor applications can be found at the Welcome Center or contact Robin at or Amy Gusho at for more information.
>ENGAGE THE WORLD
MCREST IS COMING—MCREST is right around the corner. We will be hosting guests in December and our Leadership Team is recruiting for a Hospitality Coordinator. If you would like to help, contact Karol Thomas at 586-206-0711 or . The Big Board Signup, with all of our MCREST volunteer opportunities, as well as the Giving Tree will be available in November.
WE WANT YOUR MITES! Next week is the first Sunday of the month and the large LWML Mite box will in the foyer, near the Welcome Center. Take this opportunity to empty you small personal Mite boxes so you have room to continue collecting those coins. They are so important to our LWML mission work. There will be small personal Mite boxes available for those who do not yet have one. Thank you all Mite Box users—together we are doing an important job. For any information on LWML please call or text Judy at 586-623-2584.
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
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
KITCHEN HELP NEEDED—The ECC is seeking a food service assistant to portion and deliver food to the classrooms. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m.– 12:15 p.m. No cooking required. Contact 586-463-8803 or email at
SCHOOL OFFICE POSITION OPEN SOON—Mrs. Knopf has spent over 27 years serving Jesus in the school office at Trinity. As she looks toward retirement soon, we are starting to collect names for people interested in the position. If you know someone who might be interested, please contact Principal Mark Brown at and include a resume.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS SOUGHT—Trinity is seeking a motivated, team-oriented, committed Christian eager with leadership, organizational, and operational skills to serve as the Director of Operation. This position is responsible for and oversees infrastructure matters including finances, facilities, business planning and administration, human resources, operational policies, legal affairs and congregational needs. This is a full-time salaried position with pension and benefits. To apply, submit a resume and salary requirements to
This week at Trinity—Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 2021
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Sunday (31) |
9 a.m. |
Worship –Sanctuary |
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11 a.m. |
Worship—Sanctuary |
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1:30 p.m. |
Confirmation—Sanctuary |
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Monday (1) |
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. |
Life with Jesus—Community Center |
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Tuesday (2) |
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. |
Confirmation Module—Community Center |
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7 p.m. |
Boy Scouts—Cafeteria |
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Wednesday (3) |
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--Various Rooms |
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Thursday (4) |
9:30 a.m. |
Pastoral Care Team—Church Lounge |
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1 p.m. |
Paper Hugs—Church Lounge |
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6 p.m. |
Cub Scouts—Meeting Room 3/4 |
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7 p.m. |
Purls Knitting—Meeting Room 1 |
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7 p.m. |
Voices in Praise—Choir Room |
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Friday (5) |
7 p.m. |
NA—Community Center |
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Saturday (6) |
8 a.m. |
Men’s Bible Study—Great Lakes Dining |
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5 p.m. |
Worship-Sanctuary |
PRAYER LIST
Special Prayers
- For the sick and suffering
- In thanksgiving for our church family and their gifts and talents
- For the Holy Christian Church and for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod
- For those who don’t know Jesus as their Savior
- For all those impacted by COVID-19
- Our pastors and their families
- Our confirmands