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Volume 9, Issue 1 • January 2012

TRINITY'SWORSHIP SCHEDULE

Sunday8:00 am

Worship Service

9:15 amSunday School/Bible Classes

10:30 amWorship Service

Monday6:30 pm

Contemporary Worship Service

2nd Wednesday each Month11:00 am

Monthly Communion Worship

FEATURED INSIDE:Ladies Aid/Encores . . . . . . . . 2

Homebound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Life Development . . . . . . . 4-5

School/Children/Youth. . . . 6-8

Trinity in Mission. . . . . . . . . 11

Nurse's Corner. . . . . . . . . . . 12

Women's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Answers Conference . . . . . . 15

Lectionary/Bdays . . . . . . . . 16

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Next Chapter ~Rev. Michael J. Roth

Maybe I am a bit ADD (Attention Although we cannot control Deficit Disorder) but I have always everything that will happen this enjoyed reading books that had a lot coming year, we can manage and of chapters or at least short ones. I get control some things. We can a sense of satisfaction each time I end decide to trust and serve God no one chapter and begin another. A new matter what. To trust God means chapter always gives you a chance to that we will look for the blessings start a new idea or a new episode in of God even in the midst of trials the book. For me this is always a good and tribulations. To trust God thing because, if the last chapter is means that we will focus on the boring or confusing in some way the positive and not the negative, next chapter promises to be better. You knowing that He works good in all can switch gears or renew your things for those who love Him. To interest when a new chapter begins. serve God means that we can put

others ahead of ourselves. To In school the same also held true. serve God means that we can Whenever one semester or course or choose what is good and right and year was over those books and notes pure. Situations and circumstances could be put away and a fresh start may be out of our control, but could be made on the next semester. outlook and attitudes are ours to I feel the same way about the years. master.We have just turned the calendar page from 2011 to 2012; it is time for a St. Paul has some great advice as fresh start. No matter how bad the last we begin a new year. In 1 year or how many mistakes or failures Thessalonians 5 he says, 16 experienced, a new year is now Rejoice always, 17 pray beginning. Do you have a sense of continually, 18 give thanks in all optimism about this coming year? I circumstances; for this is God’s do. This is going to be a good year for will for you in Christ Jesus. What my family, for my church and calling would following this advice do to and for me. How do I know that? influence this next chapter in your Because God is good. He is faithful life? I bet you would be pleased and promises to be with me as He has with the impact. God bless your been in the past. Does that mean 2012. No matter what, I know He nothing bad will happen to me or will.someone I love? Does it mean that I will not face challenges and setbacks? Does it mean that everything will work out the way I want it? No, no and no. Nevertheless, God is good.

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LADIES AIDThere will be NO Ladies Aid Meeting for the month of January 2012. Ladies Aid will resume in

February 2012.

FEBRUARY LADIES AID MEETING will be held Tuesday, February 7, 2012, in the Church Fellowship Hall starting at 7:00 pm. Chairmen Jan Burress and her February Committee will host our February Meeting. Our Speaker for the night will be our Vicar Zellers. Don't forget February is our MITE NIGHT. Ladies don't forget your Mite Boxes.

All ladies of the congregation are invited to our meetings!!

The Ladies Aid Board Meeting will meet Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 11AM, in the Ministry Center.

ENCORES

Older Adult Social Event

Third Tuesday of the Month • 1-3 pm

Join us for the third Tuesday Older Adult Social on January 17 when we will play the card game "Garbage". Please remember to call to the church office to indicate your attendance in order to provide a proper amount of goodies!!!

For information: Contact the church office or Rich Hackbarth 983-5000 ext 404.

Worship for Shut-InsAl and Irene Barker, WL;Eleanor Basham;Eva Carlson; Jan 8—Matthew 2:1-12Robert and Janet Carlson; "Seeing with True Wisdom"Joyce Cerecke; by Rev. Dr. Walter A. Maier III, Elsie Damaske; WRR; Concordia Theological Gus Damaske Jr, CT; Seminary~Fort Wayne, INKeitha Dase; WT

We have great encouragement Iris Demorrow;

and comfort when we see with Frieda Doroh; RM

true wisdom - the wisdom of faith Martha Fege;- Christ (as the God-man, our Dianne Fernan;Savior); our purpose in life (to Art Gench;worship and serve God); and the Elsie Greening;ways of the Lord (which are Jeri Hauser LCC;

Florence Hendrix WL; always best, though not always Al Hettig; what we would choose).Marjorie Jaffke; David Karsten; Jan 15—John 1:43-51Mildred Klug "Come and See! "Eldonna Koebel RM; by Rev. Paul E. Shoemaker, Toni Kreter; Emanuel Lutheran Church~New Emma Leach, CT

Haven, INMargaret Luitje;

We do not seek God, but He Mary Ann Maschke, RM;seeks us and, through Word and Elsie Maurig; WLSacrament, invites us to "Come & Eugene Milnikel, WLSee" His love, His forgiveness, & Ted Mutz;His gift of eternal life.Clara Neuman;

Edna Norris; WTB Lorenz Oles; Jan 22—Mark 1:14-20Edna Pagel; WL "Follow Him Where?"Bette Pedde; by Rev. Herbert C. Mueller, Jr., 1st Loretta Petzke, CT; Vice President of the Lutheran Alma Pjesky Church-Missouri SynodNorine Radde, Jesus brings the Kingdom of Helen Reinhardt;

God, calling us to repent and to Esther Ruppel, CT;

follow Him.Agnes Schultz, WT; Elsie Schwoebel, WT;Jan 29—Mark 1:21-28Deanna Shaff, RM;"Astonishing Amazing Authority"Loretta Skelley, WTby Rev. Thomas R. Ahlersmeyer, William Strunk, LCC;Holy Cross Lutheran Church~Fort Sharon Tescallo;Wayne, INElsie Wendt, CM;

Ruth Weimann, CT; The authority of Jesus is Leo Wenzlaff; CT; astonishing and amazing … so Lorine Williams, RM much so that we can entrust our Lillian Yircott, CT; lives to Him - today and for all Roland Yeske, WTB; eternity!Irma Zick, JChar Zupke; RM

Please encourage our homebound members and others you may know to watch Worship for Shut-Ins, Sunday mornings at11:00 a.m. on WHME-channel 46.

Homebound Members

BG-Berrien General, CP-Crown Point,CT-Caretel, GA-Golden Age, J-Jordan's, LLC-Lakeland Continuing Care, OG-Orchard Grove, RM-Royalton Manor, WL-Willows, WT-Whitcomb Towers, WTB-Woodland Terrace Bridgman


Christmas Wish Tree Thank YouA special Thank You to all the people from Trinity who helped with the Christmas Wish Tree Project. Our congregation served 31 families with a total of 122 individuals! What a blessing you are to the community! Many people from the congregation and school children (classes) helped with setting up the Wish Tree program, donating dollars to support it, phone calling, purchasing, wrapping, preparing maps, donating food as well as the material gifts, delivery, organizing the gifts and above all praying for the families.

Thank you all for your servanthood!

Calling all Refreshment Connoisseurs(January 29-30)

Light snacks, beverages and servers are needed during the upcoming Answers in Genesis conference January

29-30. Consider donating pastries, cookies, coffee cake, juice or punch. Even Super Book coupons or

monetary gifts would be helpful. For those with gifts of hospitality, serving opportunities include Sunday:

8:45 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. and Monday 7:15 p.m.

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Betty by January 15 at

269-983-5000.

Trinity Lutheran Church & SchoolLife Development Classes for Winter 2012

Newcomers Always Welcome!

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP THE TRUTH PROJECT8:00 am WORSHIP (SANCTUARY) This is a DVD study that discusses in detail God's design for living

out the Christian worldview in daily life. Most importantly, it 10:30 am WORSHIP (SANCTUARY)addresses the need to marry our actions to our core beliefs.MONDAY EVENING WORSHIPLEADER: Norm McPherson6:30 pm CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP (SANCTUARY)PLACE: Ministry Center, Lighthouse Café MONTHLY SENIOR COMMUNION WORSHIPTIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.11am • 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH

TUESDAYADULT MINISTRYADULT BIBLE STUDY-LIFELIGHT - PRAYERNewcomers are always welcome!(Begins January 17, 2012)This study is part of the LifeLight Bible study series of in-depth SUNDAYstudies of Bible books. The goal of LifeLight is that through a ADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIP – "A Study of Galatians"regular program of in-depth personal and group study of (Begins Jan. 22)Scripture, more and more Christian adults may grow in their In his introduction to the church in Galatia, the Apostle Paul personal faith in Jesus Christ.declares, "If anybody is preaching to you a gospel other than Session 1: Prayer's True Foundationwhat you accepted, let them be under God's curse!" Well, doesn't Session 2: Prayer's Liturgical Shapethat sound harsh? What could possiblily get Paul so heated, that Session 3: Prayer's True Powerhe would let someone fall under God's curse? We will begin a 10-Session 4: Prayer's Outcome: Thy Will Be Doneweek study of the book of Galatians to find answers to this Session 5: Prayer's Nourishment for the Travelerquestion and many others. I hope to see you there.Session 6: Prayer's Reliance on ForgivenessLEADER: Vicar Kevin ZellersSession 7: Prayer's Battle Against our EnemiesPLACE: Church Fellowship HallSession 8: Prayer's Final GoalTIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.Session 9: Amen: The Last Word?LEADER: Pastor Michael RothADULT INSTRUCTION CLASS (Begins January 22, 2012)PLACE: Ministry Center, Lighthouse CaféThis class covers the major doctrinal topics in Christian theology TIME: 9:00-10:30 amthat offer a complete introduction to the Lutheran faith. For new

members and those wishing to review the catechism. Topics FIT-2-SERVEinclude God; Human Beings; Jesus: Who He Is; Jesus: What He This group focuses on healthy lifestyle choices with an additional Has Done; The Holy Spirit; The Bible; Baptism; The Lord's component that encourages serving God in our daily lives. THIS IS Supper; The Church; Ministry; Resurrection and Eternal Life; NOT A DIET GROUP. The first hour incorporates walking or a low Christian Living.impact exercise event. The second hour is spent in studying God's LEADER: Pastor RothWord in the Fit-2-Serve devotional series. PLACE: RLEADERS: Debby MiskillTIME: 9:15-10:15TIME: 6:00 pm—Fitness

AN IN-DEPTH STUDY OF THE SUNDAY LESSONS 7:00 pm—Bible StudyA pericope (pe'-ric-o-pe) is an extract from a text, esp. a passage PLACE: Ministry Center Loungefrom the Bible. Each Sunday our members are privileged to hear

MAN TO MAN the reading of three pericopes, one from the OT, one from the Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Epistles, one from the Gospels, and sometimes a fourth from the Lighthouse Café. This is a group especially designed to speak to Psalms. In this class as we explore the pericopes, we answer three men who have had prostate cancer and their wives. questions. 1) What is God saying to us? 2) Of what importance is

this to us today? 3) What response is God expecting from us? Our TIME: 6:30pm (3rd Tues of the month) goal and prayer is to experience what God's people did in PLACE: Trinity Center, Lighthouse Café. Nehemiah 8:8, where God's Word was read distinctly, the sense of it

WEDNESDAYexplained, and the people were caused to understand. Then they SONRISERS BIBLE STUDYwent home rejoicing! Join us and be blessed.This is a class for the early risers who want to start the day off with LEADER: Ron Papefellowship around the Word of God. PLACE: Ministry Center, first floor

TIME: 9:15-10:15 a.m.

MOMS GROUP Join the fellowship of other Christian Moms as they swap stories and challenge each other in their understanding of the role of a Christian mom in the family. Bible study, prayers caring and sharing is all part of each session. On site child care is available at no charge.LEADER: Kellie DamaskeTIME: 8:30-11:00 amPLACE: Lighthouse Lounge,

Ministry Center

JENNIFER ROTHSCHILD - WALKING BY FAITH: LESSONS LEARNED IN THE DARK (begins January 11, 2012)Jennifer Rothschild knows not everyone sees 20/20. Although Jennifer is physically blind, God has taught her to see that living a life based on faith rather than sight requires us to look at our situations through a lens that filters out what is seen and, instead, focuses on what is unseen -- those things that are eternal. This study contrasts the evidences of walking by faith and walking by sight and encourages participants to take risks, give God control, persevere through hardship, receive God's gifts, be guided by the Truth rather than feelings, and seek God.Leader: Jeanne StrineTime: 6:30 – 8:00 pmPlace: Lighthouse Lounge

THURSDAYADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Join with a host of other adults for a time of fellowship and study of God's Word. Plenty of breakfast treats abound in this group.LEADER: Pastor Tom BatskyTIME: 9:30– Coffee and breakfast treats 10:00-11:00– Bible StudyPLACE: Ministry Center Lighthouse Café oom #209, 6th Grade Room

A "Mary" Moment for MeGod planned ahead for all your gloomy days. In fact, He's arranged for encouragement to be right there, waiting for you to discover it. You only need to know where to look! Words of encouragement can always be found in the Bible, but He gave each of us the ability to console and encourage, as well. God is always with us, and we're all in this thing together. So, let's encourage one another along the way! Are you ready to give and receive encouragement? In this study, we'll search the Bible for all the ways God wants us to know He didn't leave us to face life alone.Leaders: Amy Roth, & Tracie BerghausTime: 2:00 – 3:00 pmPlace: Lighthouse Lounge, Ministry Ctr.

LEADER: Ron PapeTIME: 6:45-7:45 amPLACE: Ministry Center, Lighthouse Café

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Trinity Lutheran Church & SchoolLife Development Classes for Winter 2012

Newcomers Always Welcome!

PUBLIC SCHOOL CONFIRMATION CLASSES* CHILDREN'S MINISTRYTHE BIBLE GROUP*Required for all public school students in grades 5-8 SUNDAYOn Thursday nights, join us for engaging, Christ centered Bible

studies, trips and evenings out. The Bible Group is for all young 5TH AND 6TH GRADE CONFIRMATION SALVATION STATIONadults. 5-6th grade is all about Bible history. Students learn about God's Salvation Station is open to all children preschool to 4th grade. LEADER: Josh Wold word and begin to have a Biblical foundation for their faith Children meet in the gym, and can be dropped off no later than

strengthened. TIME: 7-8:30 pm 9:15am and picked up no later than 10:20am. For more LEADER: Roger Meier information, please see the Children's Ministry page in the PLACE: Lighthouse Lounge, Ministry Center

Connected. PLACE: Trinity School, Room 205TIME: 7 – 8 pm

WEDNESDAYYOUTH MINISTRYSUNDAY *Check out the YOUTH section for Wednesday Night activities for 7TH AND 8TH GRADE CONFIRMATION

youth, preschool and up. 7-8th grade focuses on the Catechism and how God's Word works SENIOR HIGH YOUTH BIBLE STUDY - Grades 9-12in our everyday lives. We find out how we can apply what Jesus Fun, relevant, weekly topical and in-depth Bible Studies for tells us to how we live in the here and now. Confirmation for 7-8th Senior High Youth.grade is Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm in the Solid Rock. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIESLEADER: Josh WoldLEADER: Josh WoldPLACE: Solid Rock Café SPECIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILYPLACE: Solid Rock Café, Youth Building Trinity, through its Family Activity Team offers some very exciting TIME: 9:15-10:15am

family oriented events during the year. They are designed to TIME: 7 – 8:30 pmJUNIOR HIGH YOUTH BIBLE STUDY - Grades 5-8 bring adults and children together for fellowship, laughter,

YOUTH GROUPSLEADER: Tim Ernst & Carl Steffens learning and fun. Included in these events are Hallow-Him PLACE: Trinity School, room 205 JUNIOR HIGH – CIA night; Family Pizza and Movie Nights and YMCA gym and

LEADER: Josh Wold, DCETIME: 9:15-10:15 am swims. MEETS: Wednesdays, from 5:15-6:15 pm

WEDNESDAY NOTE: New time for December Only WOMEN'S BOOK CLUBPLACE: The Solid Rock CaféWednesday Night Children's Bible Clubs will return on Wed, Join other women for a lively discussion of a book of the Month.

January 11th WITH A NEW TIME! We will still meet at 6:30 p.m. *Please note: CIA will no longer be on Sunday afternoons Meets the third Saturday of the month. Check the Women's We will be playing crazy games, hanging out with our friends, but will be ending on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Ministry page in the Connected for the current book selection. singing, laughing, learning about Jesus, connecting to our KIDS CLUB LEADER: Tracie Berghausawesome God and having tons of fun doing it! This is a very interactive and fun class for children ages Preschool TIME: 10:15-11:15 am

to 1st grade. In this class the children will learn about God's love PLACE: Biggby Coffeefor all His people and the children will also learn that we all need SENIOR HIGH – OASIS God. LEADER: Josh Wold, DCE SCRAP BOOKING

One of the hottest classes around. Seems like everybody is scrap Leader: Frieda Billman MEETS: Sundays, 6-9pm (unless it's abooking these days. Why not you? Gather those pictures and special event)Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

PLACE: The Solid Rock Café Place: Room #106 supplies and have a great time with other women preserving Make sure to check the Connected, Youth Newsletters, & Trinity's those memories. This group meets the third Thursday of each website for the most current information about activities each BOYS BIBLE CLUB AND GIRLS BIBLE CLUB month.month. The Bible Clubs are open to all 2nd to 4th Graders. In this class LEADER: Karen Fisher

we study the Bible stories and learn how each story applies to the TIME: 5:30—10:00 PMworld we live in and our own lives through Songs, Fun, Food and SLT (STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM) OPPORTUNITIES (HIGH PLACE: Church Fellowship HallFellowship. Each week we pray with and for each other. There is SCHOOL)a take home sheet in which they are challenged to share what If you are from the grades of 9th-12th grade and would like to be MUSIC MINISTRY at Trinity Lutheran Church

- Adult Choir (High-School and older) Wednesdays 7:00-8:30p they’ve learned with their families. more involved with church and the youth groups here is how! Girls Bible Club - Handbells (3rd grade and older) various times throughoutContact Josh @ the church office to find out more about our NEW

the year Student Leadership Teams. Different areas include: Praise Band; LEADER: Debby MiskillDrama/Acting; Website/Photography; OASIS Munchies; JR High - Jubilate Choir (5th-8th grades) Wednesdays 3:30-4:30p TIME: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

- Praise Team – Thursdays 7:00-8:00p PLACE: Room #213 Ambassadors. Join us and see what a difference you can make to Boys Bible Club ·Want to do something but not sure? Talk to Cantor Nicole others, and what a difference God can make in you!

Busarow x 113 LEADER: Joshua Schmidke TIME: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Please don't hesitate to contact the Church Office atPLACE: Room #209 983-5000, if you have any questions.

As December flew by us with blessings of the faith that God has a plan for you! After season, we simply cannot forget the beautiful speaking to a few parents, grandparents, aunts services and celebrations of the birth of our and uncles, here are some things that they Savior, Jesus Christ. As we went through would of wished for if they only knew then…December, the students at Trinity provided us

• They wish they had known not to waste timewith the Christmas story for one of our Advent worrying – but spend more time with kidsServices. As many grandparents, parents, and familybrother, sisters and friends gathered in worship

to honor and love Jesus.• They wished they had known to put their

kids before their careerWe thank the parents, students, teachers and all other volunteers that helped make this past

• They wished they would have known how toyears Wish Tree program a success. The smiles support their kids learningand actions of preparation that went into the

Wish Tree program made our hearts and joy • They wished they would have captured more

rise throughout the season.Moments with their kids, families andfriends.We also celebrated the Christmas season with a

wonderful choir and band concert. So, as we enter this year of 2012…what do you wish for….May God continue to bless you and And now…here we enter the year 2012 with

your family.probably more blessings and hope than ever before. With the Lord God as our leader we

HAPPY and BLESSED NEW YEARhave the faith that we will continue to serve many and lead them closer and closer to serving our God.

In our last issue of The Connected, we mentioned a few School –Wide Initiatives. Just like many organizations things take time, patience and prayer. We again offer you to assist with advice, encouragement and guidance as we want to grow our ministry.

A few thoughts gathered on "What We Wish We Knew Then……."

If we only had a crystal ball to use and see what is going to happen, how to handle something or to see how something or someone will turn out…First off…start with prayer and have the

Trinity Lutheran School & Early Childhood Center News~Todd R. Baringer, Principal & the dedicated staff at Trinity Lutheran

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COMMUNITY HOLIDAY DINNERA very special thank you to all those people who volunteered their time and reached outand provided a free meal to our community. It took many hands to undertake a projectlike this. We have people who created the flyers, distributed the flyers, set up the room,cooked the food ( special thank you to Mike Hansen for the wonderful turkey's that he

prepared) we had people greeting, serving, bringing food from the kitchen to the Lighthouse café & cleaning up. What a wonderful way of showing our community

that Trinity cares about them. May God Bless you as you have blessed those whomyou have served.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!Saturday, January 28 from 11:30 to 1:00 will be our next community meal.

If you would like to help please contact the church office at 983-5000.

Children's MinistriesSALVATION STATIONHappy New Year the first day back from the Christmas holiday will be on Sunday, January 8, During the month of we are excited to have the following people come and lead our large group session.

January 8 – Vicar Zellers on Jesus Clears the templeJanuary 15- Special movie day January 22- Tim Ernst God gives Joshua courageJanuary 29- A Special group called "Jandy " Jandy is a husband wife team that does a special presentation for the children while AIG 's presentation is for the Adults.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE CLUBWednesday Night Children's Bible Club will return on Wednesday, January 11th .WITH A NEW TIME! We will still meet at 6:30 p.m. but will be ending on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. The Kid's Club will move from the room # 106 to room #013 in the lower level which is the Pre-K preschool room. The Boys Club will remain in room # 209 and the Girls Club will remain in room #213,If you have any questions please contact Debby Miskill or Josh Wold at 983-5000.

FAMILY PIZZA AND MOVIE NIGHTSunday, January 15 at 5:00 in the Lighthouse Café will be family pizza and movie night. This month we will be showing "Cars 2" We will be providing pizza, popcorn, pop, and desserts. Cost is a minimum donation of $3.00 per person to assist in the cost of the pizza.

FAMILY GYM AND SWIM NIGHTBeginning to feel like you and your family have cabin fever? We at Trinity Lutheran Church have a cure. Bring the family to Family Gym and Swim night at the YMCA on Saturday, January 28 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Admission is $10.00 per family. You and your family can swim in the pool, play volleyball, walleyball, basketball or racquetball. We will be providing the snacks.

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High School OASIS Youth Group January Schedule

January 8 - Prayer and Praise Come and worship our Father in Heaven with songs, games, and brothers and sisters in Christ

January 15 - Bowling @ Kelly's Bowl We will meet at Kelly's Bowling at 6pm and bowl. Cost is $5 for two games and shoes. We will finish around 8pm. Bring a few extra dollars if you would like to bowl more.

January 22 - OASIS Nursing Home Visits Time to spread God's love! We will be visiting the Whitcomb nursing home to brighten the days of those that live there by walking around and getting to know them. We will meet at the Whitcomb at 3:45pm and leave around 6pm back to the Solid Rock for hot chocolate. Pick-up at Solid Rock at 6:30pm.

January 29 - OASIS Ski Trip Our Annual ski trip is to Timber Ridge Ski Resort in Gobles MI. We will leave after Church at 1pm from the Solid Rock. $41 includes lift ticket, ski rental, and pizza for dinner. We will leave back for Trinity around 8:30pm. Sign up with Josh by January 15th. Parent drivers and Chaperones are needed.

Junior High CIA Youth Group January Schedule

Wednesday January 4 – No CIA Youth Group (Happy New Year!)

Wednesday January 11 – 6-7pm CIA Youth Group Games, God and friends! Come and watch some comedians and be prepared to laugh (Confirmation Starts back up from 7-8:30pm)

Wednesday January 18 – 6-7pm CIA Youth Group If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball! Come and see how well you can react.

Wednesday January 25 – 6-7pm CIA Youth Group Winter is COLD! Fire is HOT! Come and learn about Pentecost and how we are on FIRE for God!

Friday January 27-29 – 7th and 8th grade Confirmation Retreat More information and details on retreat to come.

Youth Activities"It's great to have a lot of friends, but your best

friend should always be a Christian."

OFFICIAL ACTSBaptismsMadelyn McDowell – born 6/12/11, baptized 11/12/11 – daughter of Andrew McDowell & Casandra Burton

ConfirmationsChristi Eppard-Mangold and children-Daniel (b), Christopher (b), & Michael (b)

TransfersCharles and Carol Poll – from St. Paul Lutheran Church – Gillert, AR

DeathsMary Ann Mashke – died 11/19/11, buried 11/13/11

Joanne LaMarre – died 11/23/11, buried 11/30/11

RemovalsNoel Gersonde – requested release to Grace Lutheran Church, Saint Joseph, MI (WELS)

Weddings11/19/11 – Doug Wall & Jennifer Reinhardt


Trinity Trekker 2012 trips to get ready for….January 30, Monday, 9:15 AM leave FCOG for:

Concord Ridge Equestrian Center and Krasl Art CenterDeadline January 25 – call FCOG ASAP at 983-1524 to registerCost $7 for transportation – (lunch on your own $) at "Expressions"

February 11, Saturday, 5:15 PM leave FCOG for:Dinner at Cracker Barrel (on your own $) Andrews University Wind Symphony Pops Concert Cost $6 for transportation - call FCOG ASAP at 983-1524 to register

March 10, Saturday, 5:30 PM leave FCOG for:Dinner at Texas Corral (on your own $) Howard Performing Arts Center to hear Ernie Haase & Signature Sound[Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning Gospel music]Cost $25 for ticket and transportation. Must register before February 13Call FCOG ASAP at 983-1524 to register

May 17, ThursdayEssenhaus Lunch and QuartetCost $28 for transportation and buffet. Must register by May 7.Call FCOG ASAP at 983-1524 to register

June 19, 20 Tuesday and Wednesday – two day trip to DetroitGreenfield Village, Henry Ford Museum, and Ford Rouge plant tourCost (TBD) For details call Trinity Office 983-5000

July 19, ThursdayCubs Baseball tripCost (TBD) For details call Trinity Office 983-5000

August 8 & 9, Wednesday and Thursday – two day trip to Illinois Ronald Reagan birthplace, hometown tours, John Deere Pavilion, Celebration Belle Cruise on the MississippiCost (double occupancy) $193 includes hotel, breakfast, and cruise buffet and motor coachtransportation. For registration form call Trinity Office 983-5000 before May 4th

September – TBD

OctoberTrip # 1 Washington DCTrip #2 Lansing, Michigan

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STAYING CONNECTED THROUGH PRAYER ~by Ellie Grimm

"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His Will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us-whatever we ask-we know that we have what we asked of Him." 1 John 5: 14-15

CONFIDENCE IN APPROACHING GODThank God for hearing our prayers and responding "according to His Will."

Heavenly Father, bless our Synod, for programs that reach out to countries and areas that do not have the Gospel, for being compassionate during floods, earthquakes and disasters. With our prayers and contributions, the needed help can accomplish what we alone cannot do. Be with Pastor Rudowske and family, and Katie Bury, in Mission Field, bless them, keep them safe and healthy.

Dear Lord, You have given us this good land and been generous with supplying ample food, honest industries to employ, truthful education and an honorable way of life. Times are now stressful. We implore you to save our nation from violence, discord and confusion. Raise up leaders who will have a spirit of wisdom, rather than pride and arrogance, hearts that consider the welfare of all citizens, rich and poor alike, and a staunchness to present bills for us to live a godly life in peace and harmony. Give them courage to apply wisdom to cease wars in the Mid-East and allow our servicemen to return home to their families.

Almighty Father, Your pure Word has been proclaimed from the pulpit and school for over 100 years. You have richly blessed us. Many souls have been nurtured, many hearts strengthened by the Divine Truth and remained steadfast by Your Grace. You have also blessed each servant with special talents and treasures. Grant us the ability to show thanks and praise to use our gifts to Your Honor and Glory. We also implore You to turn the hearts of all who have forsaken the faith, to turn again to You, their Shepherd who will lead them to hold fast to the hope of Christ their Savior. We also pray that the Holy Spirit will imbue us with a spiritual renewal for all your servants. By your guidance deliver us from impenitence, ask for forgiveness, teach us to be reconciled to one another, keep our tongue from evil and deceit, cleanse our thoughts by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, grant us true humility, give us a compassionate heart and love for each other. Lord, we have confidence that with Your divine help, it is Your Will, You can invigorate our worship and servanthood, live in peace and Glorify Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

"Live as children of light, for the fruit of light consists in all goodness, righteousness, and truth and find out what pleases the Lord." Ephesians 5:8-9 "You are the light of the world." Matthew 5:14

Those Serving inthe Armed Forces

SSgt Andrew C. Wedde, Marines, deployed to Afghanistan; Sgt. Mark Wedde, Marines, returned from Afghanistan, stationed in North Carolina, Grandsons of Irma Wedde

Derek Williams, U.S. Marines, deployed to Okinawa, grandson of Lorine Williams

U.S. Army / National GuardSergeant Joe Carter, deployed to Iraq, friend of David Mottl

Jacob Long, Army, stationed at Ft. Sill, OK, son of Jim & Suzy Russell

1st Lt. Jason Postelli, Army, deployed to Afghanistan, son of Gail Horton

Evan Wilder, Army, stationed in Colorado Springs, CO, son of Mary Wilder

Chaplain Gary Williams, Army Reserve deployed to Afghanistan

Sgt. Keith Bickers, Army National Guard, returned from Afghanistan, stationed in Round Rock, TX, son of Carol Bickers

Anthony Drossard, Army, returned from Iraq, stationed in Hawaii, Grandson of Carol Bickers

Tyler Archer, Army, deployed to Afghanistan, son of Cyndi Ursprung

U.S. NavyJohn Pyatt, US Navy, returned from Afghanistan, stationed in Spokane, WA, son of Bill & Margo Pyatt

U.S. Air ForceSSgt Sean Fetke, Air Force, returned from Balad AF Base Iraq, stationed at RAF Croughton, England, son of Pamela Fetke

Sgt. Karl Stenske, stationed in Florida, nephew of Irma Wedde

U.S. Marines

Trinity has been gathering the addresses of the Servicemen that we are praying for. We would like to encourage our Servicemen with cards and packages. Please call Betty Perrone at the Church Office with the

information regarding your family member(s) at(269) 983-5000. Thank you.


Mission Trip to Arkansas

This past Summer 25 High School students from Trinity and 2 adults went on a 5 day mission trip to Marvell Arkansas, a small town 3 hours outside of Little Rock. While there many of the youth had experiences that changed not only their outlook on life, but their life itself.

While on the trip the youth helped clean up after a disastrous flood that left thousands of people without homes or with damage so bad they could not afford to fix themselves. The water level in some area rose up to 30 ft! They painted houses, cleaned barns, re-built foundations, and most importantly, shared God's love with those around. Along with the Trinity group were a group from Austin Texas and Peoria Illinois. These groups formed bonds that have lasted well beyond this short trip.

During the trip the youth had 4 different but important jobs. One group helped with flood damage, one with youth in a troubled area, loving them even when the kids didn't want to be loved, one with older, high school aged youth, playing football and the values of working together, and one visiting those in a nursing home. All of the experiences helped shape the trip and the experience these young people had.

The one experience everyone will remember happened the night before we were to leave. A student from Texas, that everyone had become close with, suddenly started having medical problems. As the ambulance rushed her to the hospital and as a van of us adults rushed after, the rest of the group stayed. They stayed and prayed. For hours they prayed asking God to watch over her and as we returned at 3:30am, some were still waiting up to let this young lady know just how happy they were she was ok. Such an amazing moment to see God work in such a BIG and POWERFUL way.

Some students took from the trip that they are very blessed in the lives they live. Some took that they really love helping others. But all of them took away the love that Jesus has for each and every person here on earth and that no matter what the circumstances are that our faith in God will help us persevere throughout all of life's struggles.

Trinity in MissionOne of Trinity's core values is outreach. We express this value with these words: In the Great Commission our Lord has called us to go and make disciples of all nations. He has also commissioned us to be His witness. In faithfulness to the Lord's Great Commission we are engaged in Christian missions in our community and the world. This section of the Connected is set aside to share mission stories of Trinity members with the goal of encouraging all of us to go and make disciples. If you have a story to share, please contact Pastor Roth.

Hopefully, praying for these missions on a weekly basiswill help us to stay 'Mission Minded'. 01/01/2012-01/07/2012—Trinity Community Dinners

01/08/2012-01/14/2012—Lutheran Bible Translators all missionaries and translation teams

01/15/2011-01/21/2011—AIG Conference at Trinity

01/23/2012-01/28/2012—AIG Conference at Trinity

01/29/2012-02/04/2012—Lakeview Terrace Residents

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Hope this New Year finds you healthy both physically 5. When doing sitting exercises, sit in a firm chairand spiritually! As we start a New Year we often think of with you feet flat on the floor.new beginnings. Some may make New Year's

6. Do warm up exercises first by spending 5 to 10Resolutions. Things like how to get healthier through minutes doing stretching and rhythmicbetter eating habits or exercise routines, or commitment movements to warm up the muscles andto bible study, or joining a small group at Trinity. Make prevent injury.sure you check out all the activities going on in the

church to see what might fit your new goals. 7. Time spent exercising is more important than

distance traveled.For those of you dedicated to new (or old) exercise routines in 2012, be aware of the following Exercise

8. Cool down after exercise by doing somePrecautions and Exercise Guidelines.

stretching and slow walking.

EXERCISE PRECAUTIONS9. If you become short of breath, slow down.

1. If at any time you come down with a severe cold10. If you have chest pain or dizziness, stop and

or flu, it is best not to exercise. Never do strenuousreport this to your physician.

exercise if you have a fever.

11. Do not exercise if you do not feel well.2. You should wait at least two hours after eating a

full meal before you exercise. Always carry a smallpiece of hard candy in case you get low bloodsugar. May you enjoy God's richest blessings each and

every day of this New Year.3. You should cool down completely after you finish a

strenuous exercise session. Avoid hot showers andsaunas immediately after vigorous exercise. If youhave any kind of coronary artery disease or highblood pressure problems, you should avoidtemperature extremes.

EXERCISE GUIDELINES

1. Do NOT hold your breath while exercising.Breathe deeply in a smooth, rhythmic manner.

2. Do not stretch so that you feel pain. Stretch to thepoint where you feel a mild tension, then relax asyou hold the stretch for 10 seconds or more. Donot bounce while stretching.

3. Exercise slowly, at your own pace.

4. Exercise on a regular basis.

Nurse's CornerEXERCISE

January Anniversaries

Chris & Elka Wyse 1/9/1993

Jim & Judy DeLapa 1/10/1959 (53rd)

Adam & Laura DeKreek 1/11/2003

Rich & JoAnne Hackbarth 1/27/1968 (45th)

If you do not see your anniversary listed,please call the Church Office @ 983-5000 to

update your records.

Women's Enrichment Ministry Page

Our Vision - Meeting the unique needs of women of all ages by connecting them in Fellowship, Ministry and Service.Our Mission • Reach Out to women with the good news of Christ Jesus. • Encourage women to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Equip women to grow by discovering their God given gifts through Bible Study and prayer. • Grow friendships through providing encouragement and support.Serve and Support existing ministries.


Beautiful Feet - WOMEN'S RETREAT January 11 – Bible Study 0 Coffee with the Savior Lesson #7Are your feet running in all directions, aching to be put up, or January 18 - Bible Study – Coffee with the Savior Lesson #8longing to walk alongside others? Join us as we "lift the lid" off January 25 - Speaker – Vicar Kevin Zellersseveral shoe boxes to examine various styles of shoes and learn February 1 – Bible Study Great Women of the Bible – Volume 1, how each represents a portion of our walk with the Lord! Whether Lesson #1 - New Studyyou shuffle, walk, boogie or run bring your beautiful feet to this Facilitated by: Kelly DamaskeWomen's Retreat. Location: Lighthouse CaféSaturday, February 4, 2012 Time: Wednesdays – 9:00 to 11:00 am8:30 to 4:00 pm

A "Mary Moment for MeTrinity Lutheran Church Lighthouse Café

Find yourself running ragged like Martha? Make a moment once Cost $16.00

a week and join us as we sit at our Savior's feet. We are currently Prepare to be swept off your feet as we take a walk in the Word

in a study on Encouraging One Another – We'd love to see you!together, enjoy fabulous food and tasty treats, tap our toes to

Facilitated by: Amy Roth and Tracie Berghauspraise music, and kick up our heels, sharing encouragement,

Location: Lower Lounge – Ministry Centerfellowship and fun.

Time: Thursdays – 2:00 -3:00 pmFor more information contact Debby Miskill at 983-5000.

BIBLE STUDIESDon't forget to check the Fall/Winter Bible Study brochure,

Fit-to-Serve – What Happens When Women Say Yes to God by Lisa Connected and weekly bulletin for other Bible Study TerKeurst opportunities!Be inspired to delight in the great path God has for you as you explore, The Power of One, The Five Questions, Simple Acts of

FELLOWSHIPObedience Change the World, I Want to Say Yes But I'm Afraid and So What Does God Want Me To Do? "Whatever" Women's Book Club

Come and explore the world of Christian fiction with us!! January's Facilitated by: Debby Miskill and Cheryl Hendrixselection is Hurricane in Paradise by Denise Hildreth. Riley Location:Lower Lounge – Ministry CenterSinclair, director of guest relations at a five-star resort and three Time: Tuesday evenings beginning January 10female guests are in desperate but unknowing need of each 6:00 pm fitness; 7:00 pm Bible Studyother, eventually forging unlikely yet powerful friendship.

Jennifer Rothschild—Facilitated by: Tracie Berghaus

Walking by Faith: Lessons Learned in the DarkLocation: Biggby Coffee

Jennifer Rothschild knows not everyone sees 20/20. Although Time: Third Saturday from 10:15 to 11:15 am

Jennifer is physically blind, God has taught her to see that living a life based on faith rather than sight requires us to look at our Prayer Shawl Ministrysituations through a lens that filters out what is seen and, instead, Our prayer shawl ministry continues with many busy hands at focuses on what is unseen -- those things that are eternal. This home knitting or crocheting these gifts of love. Thank you for your study contrasts the evidences of walking by faith and walking by ongoing efforts. If you are interested in helping, please contact sight and encourages participants to take risks, give God control, the church office for patterns and yarn. Donations of yarn persevere through hardship, receive God's gifts, be guided by the continue to be accepted. Truth rather than feelings, and seek God.Facilitated by: Jeanne Strine Scrapbooking

Our monthly scrappers and crafters continue to meet for Location:Lower Lounge – Ministry Centerfellowship and fun. Mark your calendar for the 3rd Thursday of Time: Wednesday Eveningseach month.Starting January 11, 2012Facilitated by : Karen Fisher6:30 – 8:00 pmLocation: Fellowship Hall

Mom's GroupTime: 5:30 -10 pm

Meetings every Wednesday from 9:00 to 11:00 am in the Lighthouse Café at the Trinity Ministry Center. Whether you're the mother of a preschooler, have emptied the nest or are somewhere For information contact anyone on the team:

Debby Miskill at 983-5000 ext. 402in between you are WELCOME! Our schedule includes fellowship, Amy Roth at 556-9622Bible Study, parenting and more. Come join us! Childcare is Tracie Berghaus at 556-0237available.

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The Cantor ColumnReflections on Liturgy and Music

Epiphany is upon us. In this season when we think of the Magi and the gifts they brought, so too has the music ministry received a great gift! Many thanks to Pastor Roth and Mark Freudenburg for the preparation and construction of new handbell tables. These tables, designed to fit over the south balcony back pews, will now easily allow space for bells and bell ringers in the sanctuary.

Bells have long been associated with Christian worship. Traveling missionaries and early Celts carrying bells eventually developed into the familiar large church tower bells. Even Martin Luther spoke about the use of bells to call people to prayer. Smaller bells were used in processions, the singing of psalms, or to practice the ringing pattern of larger bells without the loud disturbance.

Advocates of handbells in worship today suggest handbells are best used to lead and participate in the liturgical worship of the people. Whereas handbell performances often require many highly-skilled ringers, using handbells effectively to enhance the worship service can be done simply and well within the capabilities of anyone interested in participating.

Is this sounding interesting to you or someone you know? Then mark your calendar for a Handbell Workshop on Saturday, January 21 9:30a-12n in the school music room. If you are starting at the very beginning, with little to no musical background come at 9:30a. We'll learn the basics we need to know about music. Then all are welcome to join for a 30-minute refreshment fellowship time at 10:30a and we'll pick it up again at 11a working together to learn some music we could offer in a future service. If you have any questions or thoughts please share them with me at [email protected]. I hope to see you there!

Swiftly winging, angels singing, bells are ringing, tidings bringing;Christ the child is Lord of all! Christ the child is Lord of all! LSB 393

Listening Matters

We all listen daily, but we need to be sure we are truly hearing and understanding what is going on around us. Listening is not just hearing.

In this fast paced world, we are usually multi-tasking even when others are trying to tell us something. We cannot truly hear and understand what we are being told if we do not give all of our attention to the person we are speaking with. There are many parts to a conversation that do not include the actual words that are being said. Body language, facial expression, and tone of voice can all indicate a lot about a conversation.

Listening is not only used to understand what someone is saying, but also to show the other person you care. If we are not focused on who we are talking with, the listener may think that we do not care. The lack of support can really hurt someone especially when they are going through a struggle in their life.

Listening is very important in the training for Stephen Ministers at Trinity. The training course focuses on listening. When you are going through a struggle in life your feelings need to be shared and validated. It is okay to be angry, sad, and mad. We all feel hurt sometimes and our Stephen Ministers have been trained to help someone walk through their pain. Trinity's Stephen Ministers agree to take the time to make their Care Receiver a priority. Weekly meetings or phone calls take place between Stephen Ministers and Care Receivers to support the Care Receiver during their struggle.

When you or someone you know is going through a struggle and need someone to listen, please contact Debby Miskill at 269-428-0727. Trinity's Stephen Ministers are trained and ready to be that listening ear that you need to help you through your struggle.

We Are Celebrating...

1/1-Richard Hackbarth, Olgan Martin (91)

1/2-Estavan Belmontes, Marge Bischoff, Daniel Fechner, Jim Gray,Cheryl Knuth, Vickie Page, Chessa Perrone, Robert Smith, Bradley Milton

1/3-Aaron Billman, Dana Binder, Trevor Hasse, Jacob O'Connor,Anita Schultz, Lillian Wendt (87), Nathan Wendzel, Darlen Zelmer

1/4-Steven Booth, Tyler Radde, matthew Rudowske, Jenna Siek,Cathy Siemans, Jo Wendt

1/5-Dianne Fernan, Philip Signor

1/6-Jack Blahnik, Cassandra Gaishin, Gavin Wynegar

1/7-Jacob Angelo, Spencer Culby, Cathy Doroh, Lindsay McKinney,Kenneth Patzkowsky

1/8-Elizabeth Ashmead, Stephen Byers, Dick Lockman, Olivia Matz

1/9-Jacqueline Allen, Katie Andrews, Sally Matzke, Deanna Shaff,Norman Stemm

1/10-Zane Damaske, Daniel Doroh, Edward Schultz (90)

1/11-Jean Callender, Arthur Gench, Zach Matzke, Whitney Mims,Daniel Nacci, Hailey Smith

1/12-Russell Ebbert, Ryan Sing, Blake Warren

1/13-David Johnson, Amy Roth

1/14-Dennis Albrecht, Denise Baker, Keith Crews, Dianna Evans,Rebecca Glisson, Victoria Hearn, Ryan Klaer, Karah Leitz, James Wyse

1/15-Helga Lenz (84), Barbara Sweet, Jackie Trulove

1/16-Brian Hall, Janis Kelm, Irma Wedde, Zachary Welsher

1/17-Raymond Hurt, Nathan Marquardt, Kimberly Poole, Michael Tilly

1/18-Krista Blaylock, Douglas Thumm, Haleigh Wendzel

1/19-Douglas Carson, Edward Keeter, Erwin Reschke (84)

1/20-Vincent Fernan, Amy Purtha, Jerry Schmidtke, Marilyn Tackett

1/21-Agnes Lay (88), Gertrude Patzkowsky (89), Beverly Rittmeyer,Suzanne Russell, Kenneth Schiming

1/22-Karen Beaudette, Gerald Berkholz, Sarah Deckert, Megn Genovese, Caleb Pauley, Marcus Valentine, Lillian Yircott (87)

1/23-Loraine Frobel, Denise Lenardson, Arron Schaffer, Ava Steinke

1/24-Ronald Patzer, Shawn Taylor, Michael Turner

1/25-Grace Batcho, Andrew Pudell, Todd Radde, Edna Volkers

1/26-Lauel Adams, Matthew Bromagin, Joan Siemans, Rhonda Whitemyer, Kyle Wojahn

1/27-Jeffery Crouse, Ronald Fites, Lori Gray, Kelly Karsten, Matthew Runser, Tina Saunders, Cynthia Smith, Denise Stewart, Russell Stewart, Grant Wilson

1/28-Kim Cooper, Frieda Doroh (93), Paul Jersey, Brenda Lewellen,Martha Tilly (81)

1/29-Ellie Grimm (85), David Halstead, Stacey Kiser, Ashlyn Lieberg,Nicholas Miller, Nathan Sturgeon, Diana Thumm

1/30-John Bock, Douglas Clem, Carl Lavanway, Lance Lavanway,Rev. Michael Roth

1/31-Brian Hoffman, James Nemitz, Eric Siemans

The following Trinity Members are celebrating birthdays this month...

Daily Lectionary1/1-Is. 61:1-11, Luke 1:57-80

1/2-Is. 62:1-12, Luke 2:1-20

1/3-Is. 63:1-14, Luke 2:21-40

1/4-Is. 63:15-65:2, Luke 2:41-52

1/5-Is. 65:8-25, Luke 3:1-20

1/6-Is. 66:1-20, Luke 3:21-38

1/7-Ezek. 1:1-14, 22-28, Hab. 1:1-3:19

1/8-Ezek. 2:1-3:11, Rom. 1:18-32

1/9-Ezek. 3:12-27, Ezek. 4:1-11:25, Rom.2:1-16

1/10-Ezek. 18:1-4, 19-32, Ezek. 19:1-24:27, Rom. 2:17-29

1/11-Ezek. 33:1-20, Rom. 3:1-18

1/12-Ezek. 34:1-24, Rom. 3:19-31

1/13-Ezek. 36:13-28, Rom. 4:1-25

1/14-Ezek. 36:33-37:14, Rom. 5:1-21

1/15-Ezek. 37:15-28,Rom. 6:1-23

1/16-Ezek. 38:1-23, Rom. 7:1-20

1/17-Ezek. 39:1-10, 17-29, Rom. 7:21-8:17

1/18-Ezek. 40:1-4; 43:1-12, Ezek. 40:5-42:20; 43:14-27

1/19-Ezek. 44:1-16, 23-29, Rom. 9:1-18

1/20-Ezek. 47:1-14, 21-23, Rom. 9:19-33

1/21-Joel 1:1-20, Rom. 10:1-21

1/22-Joel 2:1-17, Rom. 11:1-24

1/23-Joel 2:18-32, Rom. 11:25-12:13

1/24-Joel 3:1-21, Rom. 12:14-13:14

1/25-Zech. 1:1-21, Rom. 14:1-23

1/26-Zech. 2:1-3:10, Rom. 15:1-13

1/27-Zech. 4:1-5:11, Rom. 15:14-33

1/28-Zech. 6:1-7:14, Rom. 16:17-27

1/29-Zech. 8:1-23, 2 Tim. 1:1-18

1/31-Zech. 10:1-11:3, 2 Tim. 3:1-17

Sun Bible Readings

Jan. 1—Is. 61:10-62:3; Gal. 4:4-7; Luke 2:22-40

Jan. 8—Gen. 1:1-5; Rom. 6:1-11; Mark 1:4-11

Jan. 15—1 Sam. 3:1-10 (11-20); 1 Cor. 6:12-20; John 1:43-51

Jan. 22—Jonah 3:1-5, 10; 1 Cor. 7:29-31 (32-35); Mark 1:14-20

Jan. 29—Deut. 18:15-20; 1 Cor. 8:1-13; Mark 1:21-28

If you do not see your birthday listed, please call the Church Office @ 983-5000 to update your records. We indicate the age of members 80 years & over. If you do not want your

age listed, please contact the Church Office.

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WEEKLY EVENTSSunday8am & 10:30a, Worship, (Sanctuary)9:00-10:15a, Salvation Station, (Gym)9:15-10:15a, Adult Instruction (Membership) Class (school room 205) begins Sunday, Jan. 22nd 9:15-10:15a, Adult Bible Studies, (various locations)6-8p, OASIS Sr. High Youth Group, (SRC) except special eventsMonday9a, MLT Staff Bible Study (LHC)2p, Ministry Leadership Team Mtg, (LHC)6-8p, DBSA (Depression & Bipolar Support Group), (LHC)6:30p, Contemporary Worship Service, (Sanctuary)Tuesday7:15-7:45a, School Staff Bible Study 9-10:30a, Lifelight Bible Study (LHC)8-11a, Quilters (CFH)2p, Care Team, (LHC)6-8p, Fit-2-Serve (LHL) Wednesday6:45-7:45a, Sonriser's Bible Study (LHC)8:05-8:45a, School Chapel (S) 8:30-11a, MOMS Group (LHL)3:30-4:30p, Jubilate Practice (S) 6-7p, CIA (Jr. Youth Group) (SRC)7-8:30p, Adult Choir Rehearsal (S) Sunday, Jan. 15th No Adult Bible Studies Friday, Jan. 27th Thursday 8:34-10:45a, Blood Pressure Clinic (room 104) Snow Date / Preschool Dad's Night (Gym)9:30-11a, Adult Bible Class (LHC) 9-10:30a, Voters Meeting (S) 6p, 7th & 8th Gr. Confirmation Retreat (SRC)2-3p, Encouraging One Another Bible Study (MC-LHL) 5p, Family Movie Night (LHC) Saturday, Jan. 28th 7-8p, Contemporary Praise Team Practice, (Sanctuary) Monday, Jan. 16th No School-MLK Birthday 8:30-9:30a, Men's Small Group (MCB)7-8:30p, The Bible Group, (LHL) 8:30a-Noon, Curriculum In-Service 11:30a-1p, Community Outreach Meal (LHC)

7:30-9p, Board of Ministry (MC-1st floor) 6:30-9p, Family Swim & Gym Night (YMCA)ADDITIONAL EVENTS Tuesday, Jan. 17th Sunday, Jan. 1st 10:30a, Caretel Communion Worship Service10a, New Year's Day Worship (S) 11a-12:30p, Ladies Aid Meeting (MC-2nd floor)Monday, Jan. 2nd 1-3p, Encore’s Senior Social (LHC)All of Campus Closed for New Year's 3:30-5p, Crisis Team (school)NO Contemporary Worship 6:30-8:30p, Man To Man Meeting (LHC)Tuesday, Jan. 3rd Wednesday, Jan. 18th 6:30-8:30p, Board of Prop & Finance (MCB) 10a, Royalton Manor Communion ServiceMonday, Jan. 9th 1-2p, Whitcomb Communion Service7-9:30p, Church Council Meeting (MC-2nd floor) Thursday, Jan. 19th 7:30-9p, St. Ministry Supervision (MC) 5:30-10p, Scrapbooking Group (CFH)Tuesday, Jan. 10th Saturday, Jan. 21st 2:30-4:30p, Rich Hackbarth's Christ Care Group (LHC) 8-10:30a, Men's Network Breakfast (LHC)6-7:30p, ALS Support Group (MC-2nd floor) 10:15-11:15a, Women's Book Club (Biggsby Coffee)6:30-8p, Stephen Ministry Supervision (MC) Monday, Jan. 23rd 6:30-8:30p, Board of Education (school) 8:45-9:15a, PreSchool Chapel (S)Wednesday, Jan. 11th Wednesday Family Study Starts up again 7:30-10p, Board of Elders Meeting (MC-2nd floor)9-11a, DBSA Board Meeting (MC-2nd floor) Tuesday, Jan. 24th 11a-1p, Trinity Monthly Communion Service & Potluck (LHC) 8:45-9:15a, PreSchool Chapel (S)Saturday, Jan. 14th 10a, Soup Kitchen8:30-9:30a, Men's Small Group (MCB) 2:30-4:30p, Rich Hackbarth's ChristCare Group (LHC)

3:30-5p, Faculty Meeting (CFH)Thursday, Jan. 26th Preschool Dad's Night (Gym)

PLEASE NOTE:School Resumes from Christmas Break on Monday, Jan. 9th

Trinity's Wednesday Evening classes will reconvene on Jan. 11th

Monthly Senior Worship, Wednesday, Jan. 11th, 11a-1p

VOTER'S Meeting, Sunday, Jan. 15th, between services,in the Sanctuary

Family Movie Night, Jan. 15th, 5:00p, Lighthouse Café

Preschool Dad's Night, Thursday, Jan. 26th, Gym

7th & 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat, Jan. 27th – 29th

Free Community Dinner, Jan. 28th, 11:30a – 1:30p, LHC

Answers In Genesis Presentations,Sunday, Jan. 29th, 8a, 10:30a, 6:30 & 7:30p

Answers In Genesis Presentations, Monday, Jan. 30th, 6:30 & 7:30

(For more information about the AIG Presentations, see page 15)

This Month at Trinity January 2012


YEAR 2012 WISE DECISIONS AND ACTIONS ~Ellie Grimm

"Therefore everyone who hears these Words of Mine and puts them into practice is like a wiseman who built his house on THE ROCK. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the windsblew and beat against house, yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on THE ROCK."Matthew 7:24-27

God has granted us a new beginning, new opportunities, wisdom to construct, or to reconstruct our daily life. Trinity Lutheran Church was built on THE ROCK and God has abundantly blessed us for over 100 years. He never withheld His Grace, His forgiveness, His protection or His daily showers of blessings. "Greater love has no one than this, that He lay down His Life for His friends." John 15:13

God gave us the gift of faith and we are responsible to make wise decisions and take action.

Responding to His Love for us, we as a faithful Trinity Family should honor Him, faithfully attend services to receive His forgiveness and blessings, join a Bible Study group, pray for the church, and all of Family, and learn to absorb His Love for us. Each of us in the Family is blessed with talents, time, and treasures that He wants us to share and use to His Glory. God works through us to accomplish His plans for the people on earth. On a daily basis God is "for US" and gives us all we need. How have we responded? Could we do better? The ball is in our court!

When we put God and His Word first in our lives, God will supply our daily needs. Simple, easy? No!

"I can't do it" – I can do everything through Him who gives me strength." Phil. 4:13

"I'm no able" – "having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." 2 Cor. 9:8

"I'm afraid" – "I have not given you a spirit of fear but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline" 1 Tim. 1:7

"It's impossible" – "What's impossible with men is possible with God." Luke 18:27

Take action and make a wise decision to begin with fervent prayer. (Psalms) Ask God to lead you. ("It is the Lord who helps me" Isaiah 50:9) Through earnest prayer the Holy Spirit can make this a reality by His divine guidance, our lives can become a Hymn of Praise to God. Keep praying, don't give up. God may come in gentle whispers, you may feel a tug at your heart to volunteer to serve in church, or join a Bible Study. God will bless every effort as you draw closer to Him. May your New Year be Blessed.

"Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; He rises to show you compassion. How gracious He will be when you cry for help! As soon as He hears He will answer you." Isaiah 30:18-19

"In the same way the Spirit helps us through our weakness." Romans 8:26

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