Glad Tidings for Trinity Trinity Lutheran Church 5001 Hixson Pike Hixson, TN 37343
chattanoogalutheran.org
423/870-1236 fax: 423/486-9057
Dear Friends, Bill Vaughan says, “An optimist stays up until midnight to see the new year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.” Perhaps you are among those ready to see 2019 leave. Maybe you are among those who look back on 2019 with fondness. Either way, 2019 will soon be passed and we will look to a new year with its hope and possibilities. So what’s new in this new year? Hear at Trinity what’s new is a new pastor! I had the privilege of attending Pastor Elise’s ordination at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Columbia, SC. By the time you read this, Pastor Elise will have moved to Chattanooga and will be preparing to start her call as one of the pastors at Trinity. Her official start date will be January 1st. New beginnings are special, whether we are talking about a new baby, a new home, or in this case a new pastor. We look forward to receiving her and joining with her in ministry and mission in the coming year.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
What wonderful words with which to start a new year! No matter what paths we travel in the coming year, God is already there and already preparing the way. Therefore, let the new year begin! And in the newness and freshness of the new year, may we find Christ’s will and way as children of God. For in seeking God’s will we find hope and a way to the future! In Christ’s service and yours, Pr. Stan Combs
Virginia Kohl 1/22
Steven Wixson 1/22
Christian Woodfin 1/22
Bill Buelow 1/27
Jim Faller 1/29
Margaret Jones 1/31
Grant Yelliott 1/7
Rex Smith 1/8
Gloria Rawlston 1/9
Theresa Bowman 1/14
Allen Cain 1/14
Susan Gilbert 1/16
Daniel Ortega 1/16
Jon Nichols 1/20
Anja Utt 1/20
Gene Haar 1/21
James Craig 1/1
Linda Doll 1/1
Frances Luker 1/1
Dennis Luker 1/1
Molly Iles 1/2
Kevin Ford 1/4
Pastor Seneker 1/4
Barb Bakkom 1/7
Joshua Gray 1/7
Oliver Nichols 1/7
(Older, Wiser, Lutheran, Seniors)
10:00 10:30 11:30 12:30 January OWL Birthdays Gene Haar Jan 21st Bill Buelow Jan 27th January OWL Anniversaries (none)
Everyone is welcome to attend.
For information or if you would like to make a lunch reservation, please call David or Susan Kroft at 512-773-0383 or 512-773-0384.
Support Group will meet Monday, January 6th @ 6:00, in the library.
Thank you to everyone who participated in any OWLS activity in 2019. We had lots of fun together in numerous ways. Plan to join us this year for more activities, not just our monthly meetings. Everyone is invited to any activity planned by OWLS. REMINDER: There is no regular OWLS meeting in January. Our next meeting will be February 4th beginning at 10:00 with blood pressure checks. Our proposed speaker will be a representative from Chattanooga Kitchen.
WELCOME
Pastor Anderson!!!
“Pastor, is Christmas the high point of the Christian year?”
To observe Christians today you would think that Christmas must be the ‘'end all and the be all” of our faith life. But we need
to think about the span of our Christian year before we jump to a final conclusion. To do this we need to think about our weekly worship practices.
Early Christians with good wisdom determined that Advent serves to move us toward a “new beginning”, the celebration of the birth of Jesus. We Lutheran Protestants generally follow a 3-year lectionary, meaning throughout the entire year, our Gospel readings are from either Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Readings from the Gospel according to John are then included to fill in, especially in the year of Mark. This offers a congregation a 3-year recurring repeat of Readings covering the full life of Jesus as presented in the Gospels.
Christmas is one high point of the scriptures but Easter is the peak, the greatest emphasis, of God’s good news. If you examine the Gospels you quickly see that more is written about Jesus’ crucifixion than any other aspect of his life. If we are honest with ourselves it is the death of Jesus that offers life to us. His resurrection opens the door for us to come into his kingdom.
The Readings each Sunday are not just about the birth and death of Jesus. We find him teaching, healing, guiding, showing us God, and offering us life in him. The Readings used regularly have come down to us through a long historic process. Changes have been made and non-historic Readings are included throughout the Church year. The goal was and is to offer a planned selection of Scripture that covers many of the important themes of the Bible.
So, yes, both Christmas and Easter are highly significant for all Christians and I will place Easter as the most important for my faith emphasis, but it is not a contest. The emphasis each Sunday is of greatest importance to our faith life with Christ. We worship Him in his entirety, all of him. The baby is no greater than the tired, dusty man who pushed his disciples to trust God when God seemed distant, just as he pushes us, and when we can go no further, we find him carrying us along, if we but open our eyes.
Pastor Clay Seneker
Herb Burhenn’s Sunday School class will resume on
January 5 and read some selections
from
Teresa of
Avila,
the 16th
century
Spanish
mystic and
monastic
reformer.
SPREAD the WORD
Monday & Wednesday 9:00 – 2:00 pm Ages 2 – 5-years-old
$140 per month ($40 registration fee)
Facebook@ TLC Learning Center
Parent’s-Day-Out Program
Shannon @ 423.619.6715 Chattanoogalutheran.org
Katy Allison Bruce & Amy Annear (Fran Balsis) Lynn Ayers (Cree Giesel) Scott Baily (Fran Balsis) Alice Barnett Colin Bakse (Sondra Hart) Bonnie Bean (James Craig) Theresa Bowman Josie Boyd Sandy Buelow Joda Byous Martha Caldwell Gene & Laura Cline Lorna Conard (Pat Conard) Lynda Cosgrove (Fran Balsis) Jamie Craven (Fran Balsis) Joyce Davis
Anna-Lisa Detre (Peucker) Linda Draeger Ernie Engel (former member) Paul & Ruby Giesel (David Giesel) Barbara Haar James Horrell (Kim Hencke) Gary Hayde Ingrid Ives MaryAnn Jackson Hope Kimble (David Combs)Rebecca Krause Andy Kunz (Sharon Will) Larry Lee (Penticuff family) Bob Lewis (former member) Mary Manning (Cree Giesel) Sherry McKinney (Fran Balsis) Art Minninger
Barbara Montgomery Simon Moss (Nichols family) Elfie Owen Frank Patterson (Sharon Will) Linda Peucker Denise Re (Kim White) Apryl Reno (Carol Bell) Elaine Schoeller Ida Seneker Karen Smith Pat Stonecipher (Joyce Davis) Betty & (son) Jeffrey Stuckert Perry Sullivan (Jackson family) Maureen Turner (Carol Bell) Troy Varner (Jodi Doss) Keyara White (David Combs) Kim White Michael Will (Sharon Will)
John Matthew Gray, Chief Petty Officer, U.S. Navy – son of John & Diane Gray Ryan Morgan, Marines - great nephew of Carol & Herb Burhenn
S/ Sgt. Dillon O. Cole - grandson of Jim Cole Ryan Lynch, USAF Reserve - grandson of Carol Bell
Matthew K. Lynch, USMC Reserve - grandson of Carol Bell PV2 Barrett Brown - Tacy Gorton’s grandson
Major Raymond Myers - former member of Trinity Sam Thompson, USMC - nephew of Diana Kreider
Harris Looney, US Navy, friend of Diana Kreider Chase Moss and Maxwell Baldridge—nephews of Beth Painter
Sgt. James Cole, Jr., Marines—grandson of Jim Cole Colonel Richard “Cary” Amburn— Abby & Sam Sosebee’s uncle
Tonya Josephine Morgan , Army—niece of Carol & Herb Burhenn
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor” is a new section in Glad Tidings for Trinity. Each month, I will ask a member questions and we will listen to their answers. In an effort to know each other in a more personal way, we may feature ONE ADULT member and ONE CHILD member (depending on response) in every newsletter. Please check your email, occasionally , to see if you have been randomly selected. OR complete the form found in the Sun Porch area. — Thank you
1. Tell a little about you and your life. I grew up in
Virginia and joined the Navy after high school. After my
tour, I went to school in Richmond VA and started to
work there for a major railroad, spending most of my
career as an auditor. My work took me to Huntington
WV, Baltimore MD, and Jacksonville FL, where I retired.
2. Who inspires you? My deceased wife.
3. Favorite place in the world? Europe & Grand
Canyon
4. Favorite book (other than bible)? Thunder Dog
5. What are you passionate about? My Family
6. Do you perform volunteer work? Where and why? I am on the Hospitality
Committee, Friday Work Crew, and part of the planning group for OWLS. I am also an
alternate on the current Call Committee.
7. What are you currently watching on Netflix/TV? I don’t watch much TV, but I like
Flipping Houses.
8. Do you have a pet peeve? Eating most meals alone.
9. What's your secret talent? I like to cook.
10. What color crayon would you be & why? Blue. It reminds me of the beautiful sky and
God’s many wonders.
11. Least favorite superhero & why? Most politicians.
12. Are you difficult or easy to get to know? Why? I think I am easy. I like people and
enjoy talking with them.
Harold Humphries
To: The Members of Trinity Lutheran Church,
I have been privileged to serve on the Waddell Scholarship Committee for the last 4 years. I recently came across a letter written by one of the Waddell Scholarship recipients for the 25th anniversary of the Scholarship Fund and I wanted to share her comments with you.
Some members may be looking for a place to make a charitable contribution prior to the end of this year for tax purposes. I encourage you to read the following excerpt and prayerfully consider the Waddell Scholarship Fund. The normal Scholarship Fund giving campaign will be held in February and March of 2020, but contributions are welcome at any time during the year.
Excerpt of letter to Pastor Waddell from Pastor Jenny Mason
Dear Pastor and Trinity Church,
Wow! 25 years is a long time! Where is that young high school graduate who was among the first to receive the Waddell Scholarship? I won’t say that it seems like yesterday, but it’s hard to believe that 25 years have passed since the first scholarship was given out in your name.
This many years later I couldn’t even tell you how many years I was a beneficiary of the Waddell Scholarship. I’m pretty sure I received it throughout my undergraduate studies and throughout seminary as well. For me, much more than the money, the Waddell Scholarship was my church going with me into the world. I knew that I could count on my faith communi-ty, that the scholarship was their way of saying, “We send you into the world with our blessing and love.” And that was so important!
It was an honor and a privilege to receive the Waddell Scholarship for so many years and I love that the scholarship itself honored the pastor who had been so formative in my develop-ment. I learned just about everything from Pastor Waddell. I grew up listening to his ser-mons, learning from him in confirmation, and observing his pastoral leadership. I especially learned from his enthusiasm for the gospel, from his tireless work ethic, from his priority on visiting and evangelism, and from his strong preaching. …
The gratitude shown in Jenny’s letter reflected what I saw in the letters from many of our previous recipient’s and shows that The Waddell Scholarship ministry has, and continues to have, a profound effect on our recipients. It has now been 35 years since the Waddell Scholarship Fund awarded its first scholarship and I am proud to say that Trinity Lutheran Church members continue to recognize the value and impact of this ministry.
Thank you,
Ronald Gladney
Chairman, Waddell Scholarship Committee
Type this link into your browser to view the Scholarship video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfI44lqJl9M
Changes of address:
Doris Harsman
New phone: 423-326-8547
Sarah Hencke 328 Chris Drive
Columbia MO 65203
Bertie Rotureau 125 Southern Junction Blvd
#411 Pooler, GA 31322
Several members are interested in continuing with their ADULT Wii FITNESS.
If you are interested in joining them, please contact
Mary Smith @ 423-718-1362 for days and times.
Gifts to the Waddell Scholarship, in memory of Nancy Fisher:
Mary Carlson-Waddell Dean & Cathy Muncy Laura Dahlke
• Herb Burhenn’s Bible Study Class begins about 9:45 in the library.
• Family Faith Formation is a multi-generational, interactive bible discussion for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. They meet during the Sunday School hour in the Paul George Room. All are welcome, so bring your donut and coffee and join us any week you can.
• Children’s Sunday School meets in the Youth Room immediately following the 9:30 service. Every child, from toddler through fifth grade, is encouraged to come, make friends, play games, and learns about Jesus, the Bible, and what it means to be a Christian. We end class each week by holding hands and reciting the Lord’s Prayer.
Those who serve in January
Ushers Joe &Louise Prevo David Giesel, David Combs
January 5th 8:30 11:00
Altar Guild Rae Logan, Kathy Moak Vanda Ingham, Gigi Penticuff, Jan Buck
Asst. Minister Kathy Behling Diane Gray
Lector Kathy Behling Mary Ann Shuey
Greeters Zelma Pack Art & Ginny Minninger
Counters Carol Burhenn, Dean Lanternier Alan Crews, Bobbie Iles
January 12th 8:30 11:00
Altar Guild Debbie Greiner, Sheila Hilley, Jean Reimer Julie Sosebee, Kim White, Fran Luker
Asst. Minister Mary Jenkins Gary Hart
Lector Mary Jenkins Gary Hart
Greeters Kathy Behling The Sosebee & Luker families
Counters Sue Combs, Kathy Behling Ed Shuey, Janet Hope
January 19th 8:30 11:00
Altar Guild Vicki McGuire, Fran Balsis, Kathy Behling Karen Smith, Lola Jensen, Carol Hayde
Asst. Minister Shula Yelliott David Giesel
Lector Shula Yelliott Janet Hope
Greeters Eleonore Williams, Kim White, Fran Balsis, Sharon Will
Counters Carol Bell, Dean Lanternier Eleonore Williams, Bill Haigler
January 26th 8:30 11:00
Altar Guild Mary Gullickson, Marg Petersen, Patrice Sweet Doris Harsman, Phyllis Sims, Bobbie House
Asst. Minister David Combs Fred Weinhold
Lector David Combs Barbara Weinhold
Greeters Fred & Kim Hencke
Counters Len & Mary Gullickson Julie Sosebee, Allen Cain
TLC—Trinity Learning Center LRPC—Long Range Planning Committee OWLS—Older, Wiser, Lutheran, Seniors BMRG—Building, Maintenance, Renovations, Grounds
SUN M O N T U E S W E D T H U R S F R I S A T
EVERY Sunday 8:30 & 11:00 Traditional Worship 9:30 Non-Traditional Worship
EVERY Monday 9:00 TLC
EVERY Tuesday 8:00 ESL (downstairs) 6:30 Scouts 7:00 Clarinet Choir
EVERY Wed. 8:00 ESL (downstairs) 9:00 TLC 10:00 Food Vouchers 5:15 Handbells 6:15 Choir (excluding summer months)
EVERY Thurs. 8:00 ESL (downstairs)
EVERY Fri. 8:00 ESL (downstairs)
1 OFFICE CLOSED 2 1:00 Quilters
3 4 1:00 Warnemun. Baby Shower
5 12:00 Church Un-decorating
6 EPIPHANY 6:00 Caregivers
7 6:30 Pubology
8 12:00 Staff Meeting 6:00 SS Saints
9 10 11 8:30 Men’s Breakfast 9:00 Knitters 11:30 Ladies’ Lunch Out—Carrabas
12 12:00 Evangelism
13 14 6:39 ChristCare
15 9:30 Bridge
16 1:00 Quilters
17 6:00 Cub Scout Lock-In
18
19 20 OFFICE CLOSED 21 6:00 Council
22 12:00 Staff Meeting 6:00 SS Saints
23 6:30 Rose Society
24 25 9:00 Knitters 9:00 Confirmation 10:00 Altar Guild CHINESE NEW YR
26 12:00 THANK YOU LUNCHEON 2:00 German Club
27 28 6:30 ChristCare
29 30 31
January 2020
Copies of the full, council minutes are available to the congregation upon request and are kept in the
church office.
Your 2020 Council Members & Staff are: Kathy Behling, President; Janet Hope,
VP; Shula Yelliott, Secretary; Beth Painter, Treas. Bill Buelow, Judy DiStasio, Ingrid Fortuna,
Diane Gray, Bill Haigler, Gary Hart, Kolleda Hebert, Molly Iles, Mary Jenkins, Jeff McGuire, Marg
Petersen, Freia Stephens,
Staff: Pastor Combs, Pastor Anderson, Carol Burhenn, Laura Dahlke, Carol Doucette, Jim Faller, &
Vicki McGuire
November 2019 Treasurer's Report
TLC monthly budget is $33,978; $20,638 was received. There was an additional $2,169 given
to dedicated accounts (ie Neighbors in Need, Waddell Scholarship, Youth Fundraisers, Memorials etc). Year to date receipts were $328,200 with an additional $32,455 was given to
dedicated accounts. Monthly loss (General Fund Income less Ordinary Expenses) for November is $2,498. YTD
gain is $15,972.
Monthly receipts of $4,145 were received for capital campaign pledges.
Year to date capital campaign receipts
were $59,375. There were no gifts given to the modernization project,
with a year to date total of $2,855.
Amount owed on Modernization LOC as of 11/30/19 is $48,006.09.
A full set of Financial Statements are
available upon request, or are
available in the 2018 Annual Report
outside of the office.
If you have an announcement you would like in the bulletin, newsletter, or on the Trinity Website,
please fill out an announcement form OR E-mail the office.
NEXT NEWSLETTER DEADLINE is:
Jan 20th!
Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
If you need to come in at another time, you may make an
appointment by calling the church office, 870-1236.
Pastor Anderson will be in the office
on days to be decided, 9:30 - 1:30,
and by appointment.
Pastor Combs will be in the office
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 - 1:30,
and by appointment.
If you missed church on Sunday,
Sermon videos are now available
on our Website and Facebook!
Welcoming people to Christ for over 50 years...
Traditional Services with Holy Communion 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Non-Traditional Chapel Service with Holy Communion 9:30
Visit our website at
www.chattanoogalutheran.org
Pastor Stanley Combs E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 717-578-6851
Pastor Elise Anderson E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 803-730-2466
Laura Dahlke—Administrative Assistant
E-mail: [email protected] Text: 423-834-4337
Jim Faller, A.I.M.—Organist and Choir Master
Carol Burhenn—Care Coordinator
E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 423-886-4167
Congregational Council
~ Through the Love of Christ ~ We are an exciting, welcoming, and growing community of
Christians sharing in God’s love with one another, the Chattanooga area, & the world.
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