Trinity Announcer for Sept. 29, 2024

What’s Happening at Trinity—Sept. 29, 2024

2024 CONFIRMANDS—The first confirmation meeting is TODAY, Sunday, Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. This three-part series prepares the students for the Rite of Confirmation on Oct. 27.The other dates, Oct. 6 and Oct. 13 are in the evening. If you are eligible for confirmation and have not received the confirmation packet or if you have questions, contact Mrs. Hardy at  

RED LETTER CHALLENGE—Trinity is in week 3 of the 40-day Red Letter Challenge today. It's a deep-dive into living out the words and teachings of Jesus. This week focuses on Forgiving (both receiving and giving). Each Sunday, the sermon will be focused on the week’s theme. Also, our E3 groups and Tuesday (ladies) and Wednesday morning (men) Bible studies will center on the Red Letter Challenge. If you want to participate, books are still available at the Welcome Center (one per household please).

E3 CONTINUES THIS WEEK—Our Wednesday evening programs for the whole family continues Wednesday, Sept. 25. We have free dinner at 6 p.m. followed by our group meet ups at 6:30 p.m. All of our groups will focus on the Red Letter Challenge. There is a group for adults, youth group, a preteen group, elementary school and a nursery for those under 5. If you plan to participate, sign your name on our bulletin board circles and pick up a copy of the Red Letter Challenge book (one per household please). For more information, visit Trinityct.org/E3.

>ENGAGE GOD

CONFIRMATION MODULE REGISTRATION—If you have a sixth, seventh or eighth grader, it’s time to register for confirmation modules. Head to Trinityct.org/confirmation and select the modules that fit within your schedule. If you have questions about confirmation, contact Katie Erkkinen at

BAPTISM CLASSES—Pastor Jeremy has a Zoom baptism class scheduled for Nov. 12 and also Jan. 27 . If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, visit Trinityct.org/baptism. Pastor Jeremy discusses baptism, what it is and why we do it. He also explains your role and how this all plays out in the "real life" of your home. For more information, contact the Church Office at 586-463-2921 or email

WEEKDAY BIBLE STUDIES AND CLASSES

NEW MONDAY NIGHT WOMENS BIBLE STUDY—The Monday evening Bible study is working through, "God of Covenant” by Jen Wilkin, a study of the God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob. All women are welcome. For information or to reserve a book contact Bonnie Young by cell or text 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. Meets in the Church Lounge.

A BIBLE STUDY FOR MEN—Wednesday mornings from 6– 7 a.m. in the Church Lounge. Hot coffee, study guides and Christian fellowship await you! Questions? Contact Pat Anderson at 

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

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.

>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE

VOICES IN PRAISE REHEARSALS—The adult choir, Voices in Praise, meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the choir room for rehearsals. The choir is made up of members from Trinity as well as St. Luke Clinton Township. This choir performs regularly at Trinity’s 9 a.m. worship and at services at St. Luke. The choir is preparing for the Christmas season. To join, come to rehearsal or contact Paul Finazzo, minister of worship and music, at 

PAPER HUGS MEETS—The next meeting of Paper Hugs is Thursday, Oct. 3 from 2-8 p.m. in the Church Lounge. Come when you can and leave when you must. No experience necessary. For more information, call the Church Office at 586.463.2921.

YOUTH GATHERING 2025—If you are currently in 8th through 12th grade - we invite you to an informational meeting for the LCMS National Youth Gathering on Sunday, Oct. 6 at 10:10 a.m. in the Youth Lounge. The National Youth Gathering is an event held every three years and is an opportunity for youth involved in our Lutheran churches from across the globe to gather centered around our Savior - where there are opportunities to learn, play, serve, grow and worship together. Nationally renowned speakers, bands, comedians, artists and many others bring the saving message home to those in attendance. Please come and hear about this once in a lifetime event. Registration ends mid October for this event. Please contact Kristin Hardy at for more information.

>ENGAGE THE WORLD 

FAMILY OF GOD DINNERS—Trinity provides meals to Family of God in Detroit once a month. Volunteers are needed to donate a dish. If you’d like to contribute financially, leave a donation in the Church Office or Venmo Cathy Essig (@CLEssig). To schedule a dish donation, call Karen Langreet at 586-445-2460.

>SCHOOL AND ECC

PRESCHOOL OPENINGS-- It’s not too late to enroll 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 on either program at Trinity’s website at Trinityct.org/ECC.

RAISERIGHT—By purchasing gift cards through RaiseRight, you

can earn money towards your school tuition (if you are a school family) and help Trinity in the process. Around 500 vendors participate and it’s as easy as ordering online. Friends and family can also link to your account and help you earn even more! For more information and to join, contact Rachel Nyboer in the school office at or 586-468-8511 to get the enrollment code. Explore anytime at raiseright.com.

TRINITY TRUNK OR TREAT Trinity will again host a parent-organized Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, Oct. 26. 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. (after 5 p.m. church) with trick-or-treating from 7-8 p.m. Food trucks will be there and available at 6:15 p.m. This is a rain or shine event. To sign up to host a trunk, scan the QR code.

>ANNOUNCEMENTS

HELP FOR MARRIAGES--Have you thought about separation or divorce? Retrouvaille can help. Retrouvaille is a weekend experience combined with a series of follow up sessions, that provides the tools to help put your marriage in order again. The retreat will give you the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. The next Retrouvaille program is Oct. 11-13 in Farmington Hills, Michigan. For confidential information or to register call 800-470-2230 or visit HelpOurMarriage.org.

EVENING OF MUSIC AND POETRY—St. Peter Macomb welcomes singer/songwriter Blake Flattley and writer Tanner Olson for a night of music and poetry. This is a FREE family event on Sunday Oct. 6 at 5 p.m. in the Main Sanctuary. Tickets are FREE. Sign up at https://stpetermacomb.com/church/calendar/. For more information, contact Angela Schepmann at 586-615-4186 or

VOLUNTEER NEEDED ONCE A MONTH—Trinity is looking for a volunteer to be in the building while the Friendship Club meets. This is a group for teens who are on the Autism spectrum and their parents to get together for fun, food and camaraderie. The group meets on the second Saturday of each month from 7-10 p.m., September-May. The group handles their own custodial needs and just need someone to be on hand to supervise the building during that time. For more information, contact Lisa Riviera at 586-463-2921 ext. 111 or email

POTATO PANCAKE SUPPER—St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Richmond brings back the Potato Pancake Supper on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 3-6 p.m. The menu includes potato pancakes, bologna, applesauce, sour cream, dessert and beverages. The cost is $12 for adults (all you can eat) and children 12 and under are $5. All proceeds go to support student Christian education. St. Peter’s is located at 67055 Gratiot Ave. in Richmond. For more information, call 586-727-9693.

This week at Trinity—Sept. 22-28, 2024

PRAYER LIST

Please update any prayer requests with Pastor Gary at to avoid having the names of those still in need removed from the list.

Special Prayers 

• † For the sick and suffering
• † For those persecuted for their faith
• † For the Church throughout the world
• † For the Senior Pastor search process
• † For our nation, its leaders, and our citizens
• † For our mission partner HARP
• † For our sister congregation St. John, Ray Twp.