Followers of Jesus (Disciples!) serving Ashland and beyond

Inside this issue:

Finances; Outreach Fund 2

Annual Congregational Meeting/Church Council Nominations

3

Council News 4

Discipleship; A Note of Thanks 5

Sanctuary Organ Renovation 6

Alpha; Stephen Ministry 7

Thursday Night Takeout (TNT); Operation Christmas Child

8

Luther Club; Men’s Bible Study; Bible Study Fellowship; Prayer Shawl Ministry

9

MnM’s; Expressions of Faith 10

Christian Education News 11

Youth & Children’s Ministries 12-16

Confirmation Sunday 12

Spotlight On Youth 13

Vacation Bible School 14

Montessori 15

Beacon 16

Preaching/Communion Schedule 17

Community News/Events 18

Trinity Broadcast & Flowers 19

Calendar 20

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Phone: 419-289-2126

Fax: 419-289-1381

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.trinityashland.org

Followers of Jesus (Disciples!) serving Ashland and beyond

Dear Trinity;

Spring is here and it is a season of change. In recent days we have gone from snow to 80

degree weather and have seen most everything in between. While it is easy to dismiss such

things and simply say, “This is Ohio,” the truth is that there is an important lesson about times

of change wrapped up in them. Change is often difficult and sometimes disruptive, yet it is

what brings us into the brilliance of summer and the harvest that follows. Until then it is a time

to work. There is pruning to be done, sticks to be picked up from the lawn, gutters to clean,

yards to mow, mulch to be put down. The work often seems daunting but it is the faithful

work that must be done to reap the harvest of growth and beauty that lies on the other side.

Spring is upon us not only outside of the church, but within. There are many changes

headed our way, and much work to be done. We said goodbye to the organ for a time, so

that it can be refurbished, as it needs to be every 25 years or so, but we are also taking this

opportunity to make repairs and improvements that will bless not only us but the generations

who will worship here even after everyone reading this is gone to be with the Lord. It is a

springtime moment for sure, it will be tumultuous at times, but it will be an incredible blessing

when everything is once again as it should be.

We continue our search for an associate pastor. It has been a long road walked faithfully by

our call committee as they seek to discern God’s will for the congregation. It is also at times

tumultuous and yet we know that God will bless us and things will once again be as they

should be.

We are working on how to get back to normal as it seems the pandemic is winding down.

But there is much to do, and many questions to ask. How do we move forward in unity and

love? What will valuable in-person ministries like Vacation Bible School look like, will we have

the help we need, and will the kids come to be blessed? For over a year now things have been

tumultuous, but we are confident that things will soon once again be as they should be.

There are many more amazing things taking shape at Trinity and wonderful opportunities

just beyond the horizon. It is a busy time to be sure and together we are doing the work. But

this work is springtime work; it is the pruning and care that leads to the growth that God

desires. It can be tumultuous and at times uncomfortable, but a harvest of growth and beauty

lies on the other side. I can honestly say that I have never seen a time in the life of a church

filled with more possibility, more opportunity, and more filled with the powerful working of

the Holy Spirit than the moment we are living together right now. It is hard, but it is also

amazing!

We will be walking this path together and I pray you do not lose heart for a moment when

things are disrupted or challenging, because this is the beginning of some amazing things

God is doing here at Trinity. Now is the pruning, now is the work, but

tomorrow the growth and the next day the harvest! I am eternally grateful to

be sharing in this moment with you!

May the Lord strengthen you and fill you with his grace,

Pastor Kevin McClain

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful… I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit…” John 15:1-3 and 5a


OPERATING FUND

(YEAR-TO-DATE THROUGH MARCH 31)

Income $ 249,323.04

Disbursements $ 234,428.74

Surplus (3-31-21) $ 14,894.30

MARCH 2021 RECEIPTS

Mar. 7 $ 23,034.69

Mar. 14 $ 18,180.07

Mar. 21 $ 13,512.01

Mar. 28 $ 17,332.70

Please note that the monthly newsletter is often completed and printed before the

current month is complete, therefore the finance information is two months behind.

The end-of-month numbers for April are not available because the newsletter is printed

before April is complete.

MARCH ATTENDANCE

Sunday Church

Date School (All Services)

Mar. 4 (Vespers)

Mar. 7

Mar. 11 (Vespers)

Mar. 14

Mar. 18 (Vespers)

Mar. 21

Mar. 25 (Vespers)

Mar. 28 (Palm Sun.)

24

296

27

269

27

310

30

333

105

107

107

95

Chris Vanderzyden presents an outreach check in the amount of $18,510.33 to Executive Director, Trevor Dunlap and staff.

The voting results from the Trinity Outreach Fund were listed in the January 2021 Newsletter. Below are

pictures of some of the recipients being awarded grant checks. Several grant recipients expressed their

appreciation through letters and cards. These letters can be viewed on our church bulletin board (across from

Rooms A & B) and also on our church website at the following link. https://www.trinityashland.org/about-us/

outreach-fund. For questions about Trinity’s Outreach Fund, please contact Kenny Oberholtzer.

Gail Warnes presents an outreach check in the amount of $4,977.57 to Rebecca Hunsicker of Appleseed SPARK program.

Stan Hunt presents an outreach check in the amount of $20,000 to Chris Box of Associated Charities.

Carl Nestor presents an outreach check in the amount of $10,940.28 to Dan Phillip of Transformation Network.

Kenny Oberholtzer presents an outreach check in the amount of $20,000 to Sherry Bouquet of Fostering Family Ministries.

Carl Nestor presents an outreach check in the amount of $1,000 to Ashland Chautauqua. Pictured (L to R): Laurie Beech, Dorothy Stratton, Deleasa Randall-Griffiths, Starr Dobush, Amy Daubenspeck, and Lori Bryon


The Annual Congregational Meeting of Trinity Lutheran Church will be held on All members are encouraged to attend and participate. The Annual Report will be available in person and online that weekend so you can read it before the meeting. CHURCH COUNCIL NOMINEES The following nominations will appear on the ballot. The Nominating Committee consisted of off-going Council members, Corinne Aebersold, Joe McFrederick, and Stacy Prochazka. The information is provided by the nominees.

Four persons will be elected from the following group of six to serve a five-year term.

ANGELA BAKER…Angela is married to Clinton and they have three daughters, Addilynn (6), Amelia (3), and Aubrey (6 mo.) She is a stay-at-home mother. Angela has been a member of Trinity for 12 years and attends the 8:30 service. She has been a VBS director and has been involved with Trinity Traders, Nursery, and several Bible studies and Sunday School. She is interested in worship and music, senior ministries, and community outreach.

DAVID MORR…and his wife, Jennifer, have four grown children, Addison (29), Lindsey (25), Lauren (23), and Julia (21). David is in furniture sales at Andreas Furniture, Sugar Creek, OH. He has been a member of Trinity for 20 years and attends the Praise Worship service, where he is in charge of the Host Families. He is interested in the areas of finance, and grounds.

STEWART MYERS…is a Safety Director for HOC Transport. They haul fuel to many gas stations throughout Ohio. He has been a member of Trinity for 39 years and attends the 10:45 Sanctuary service, where he sings in the Senior Choir and serves as a lector. Stewart has also been involved with the men’s chorus, woodworker group, youth group, grounds committee, was a previous Council member, served on a pastoral search committee, and has served on the Worship and Music committee. He is particularly interested in the areas of property, grounds, and worship.

SARA PADDAGS…is married to Rene and they have three children, Emma (13), William (11), and Elizabeth (8). Sara is a 3rd grade teacher at St. Edward School. She has been a member of Trinity for 10 years and attends the 8:30 sanctuary service. Sara serves on the Children’s Ministry Planning Board, is a 1st & 2nd grade Sunday School teacher, and has been a member of the Circle of Friends Sunday School Class. She is interested in the areas of women & children, Christian education, and youth.

LEE PERRY…and his wife, Kristin, have two daughters, Ella (8) and Norah (5). He is a nurse at OSU Wexner Medical Center. Lee has been a member of Trinity for 16 years and attends the Praise Worship Service, where he serves as a volunteer in the audio/visual booth. Lee would just be happy to serve wherever he can be helpful.

BECKY SCHAAF…is the mother of a son and a daughter, Ward (12) and Elliot (8). She is employed as the Director of Programs at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Becky has been a member of Trinity for 15 years and attends the 10:45 Sanctuary service. She has served on the Montessori Board, has been a VBS Director & teacher, Sunday School teacher, involved with the Senior Choir, Trinity Bells, Christmas Musical, and Montessori Preschool. Becky is interested in the areas of property, youth, women & children, Christian Education, and music.

ONGOING COUNCIL MEMBERS Tony Box, Pam Bradley, Stephanie Bragg, Chad Emmons, Larry Franks, Todd Jurjevic, Adam Kime, Laurie Maurer, Marsha McNutt, Ken Milligan, Scott Murray, Kenny Oberholtzer, Kim Oberholtzer, Scott Rivenburgh, Melissa See, and Bill Smith.


COUNCIL NEWS April, 2021

The April 13, 2021 meeting of Church Council was called to order by Pastor McClain and opened with prayer.

Pastor McClain reported there are 3 candidates for the summer internships as approved at last month ’s

meeting and they are looking for a fourth candidate. They will advertise at AU. He noted the United Way, YMCA,

and Ashland Special Needs Ministry have all expressed thankfulness for being helped with their deficits through

the Clark gift tithe. Trinity’s Beacon After School director is leaving at the end of the school year, so a replacement

is being sought.

Pastor Koch rejoiced in the fact he will soon be able to go back into the nursing homes and care facilities

for visits.

Council will continue with an annual donation of $4,000 in honor of Maxine Rybolt to the Ashland Symphony

Orchestra for the Pops in the Park Concert. The concert was canceled last year due to COVID 19 but is scheduled

to be held this year.

Adam Kime reported for the Christian Education Committee that summer Sunday school is moving

forward as well as the summer VBS program. For the call committee, he noted they will further interview a

pastoral candidate on Friday with a tour, lunch, and dinner.

Council approved a proposal submitted by Kenny Oberholtzer of the Finance Committee on how to further

tithe the remainder of money targeted from the Clark Bequest. The proposal recommends inviting Trinity’s

ministry partners to submit applications for new capital projects as a one-time grant. After the projects are

approved by the Church Council, they will be sent to the congregation for a vote. This will work similar to the

Outreach vote process held each year in November.

Laurie Maurer reported for the Grounds Committee that several wonderful volunteers have agreed to

help around the grounds and that the mowing company will add new mulch to touch things up.

Stephanie Bragg noted for the Kitchen and Women & Children ’s Ministry Committees that 160 meals were

served last Thursday. Thank you to the kitchen staff and volunteers for all the help and support!

Joe McFrederick reported for the Council Nominating Committee that the following people have

accepted the nomination and agreed to have their names placed on the ballot for council election; Angela Baker,

David Morr, Stewart Myers, Sara Paddags, Lee Perry, and Becky Schaaf.

Council approved an Interior and Exterior LED upgrade for most of the lighting around the church. The

recommendation for the upgrades comes from Chad Emmons, Scott Murray, and Larry Franks of the Property

Committee. The committee spent months evaluating proposals. The cost for the turnkey solution is up to

$130,000 which will pay for itself in 5 years or so and substantially cut energy and maintenance costs. It will be

paid for from the Clark bequest. Also, approved was an expense of $12,000 for parts to repair the playground

equipment with money to come from the Rybolt Property Fund.

After much discussion and review of a 19-page proposal from the Worship and Music Committee and the

Schantz Organ Company, Council approved a major upgrade/renovation to the sanctuary organ. The renovation

should be completed by late fall and will cost $882,106 with money to be paid from the Clark bequest.

Scott Murray reported for the Athletic Committee they will sponsor the Church Golf League with a donation of

$120.

Scott Rivenburgh of the Youth Committee noted there are nine students who will be confirmed on

Sunday, May 16, during a closed service to be live streamed. On Saturday, May 22, at 8:00 AM there will be a 6K

Walk for Water fundraiser through World Vision at Freer Field. A Trinity high school student, Lexi Pool will

spearhead the event, all are welcome to participate.

Pam Bradley reported for the Montessori Preschool that they have 3 new students and 7 requests for

scholarships for next year.

The meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer led by Pastor McClain.


“Thank you Trinity family for your thoughts and prayers, and thank you for the Altar flowers I have received on a few occasions. Thank you Pastor Koch for your visits and communion, and thank you for putting together the Easter bags. Thank you for the beautiful Easter lily and to Norma Franks for delivering it and Pastor McClain for the nice card that came with it. Thanks to the Altar Guild and the Trinity families who helped provide them for the shut-ins. I’ve been sick for over a year and having Hospice care.” Christine Negrete

“Dear Members of Trinity, Pastors, Friends, Children, Preschoolers and all those who have sent cards and kept me in their thoughts and prayers. I really appreciate you praying for me and all of the comfort you send to me and the Easter gift. Please continue to pray for me. I feel that I have a home close to home and that God is with me. Thank you so much Trinity friends. I will see you soon.” Ann McPherson

“I would like to thank Trinity Lutheran Church and all of the committees involved for the nice, beautiful Easter lily which was delivered to our door by John and Darlene Osbun.” Fred & Virginia Mosher

“Thank you Trinity family for the prayers, cards, and concerns during my illness. To Pastor Kevin for his prayers and phone call. I am so thankful for the services being streamed. I am blessed to be part of Trinity family.” Judy Staley

“Dear Trinity Family, just a note to say a BIG thank you for the beautiful Easter lily! When it arrived, courtesy of Wendy, it had 2 blooms and 3 buds. All are in bloom now. I think of my wonderful church home and family and enjoy it.” Jane Whitecotton

“Thank you for the lovely Easter lily delivered to me by my neighbor, Myron. The mass display of lilies each Easter is such a wonderful tradition at Trinity. It is so nice of the Altar Guild to share them with members.” Marlene Rose

“What a pleasant surprise! Thank you ever so much for the gorgeous Easter lily. It definitely brightened my day.” Sue Davidson

“Thank you Trinity for reaching out to me with the delivery of the Easter lily. Receiving it on Easter Sunday by neighbor Bev McMillen was wonderful.” Sondra Hoffman

“Thank you for the beautiful Easter lily that was delivered to Mom and me at Easter.” Pam Tresh & Nita Teofilo

“Thank you Trinity and the Altar Guild for the beautiful Easter lily. I enjoy it’s beauty every day.” Betty Mullenix

A Note of Thanks

“What a pleasant surprise to have Kathy Conery at my door with a beautiful flower arrangement for my 91st birthday. In addition, my sincere thanks to the Altar Guild and Trinity for the beautiful Easter Lily delivered by JoEllen Smalley. It brings hope and joy during this Covid-filled year. Thank you to the Altar Guild for all that you do.” Carol Burns

“Dear Trinity Family, Thank you all for sending the lovely Easter card and message. So kind of you.” Jeanne Winemiller

“Thank you so much for the lilies. I do enjoy my flowers. God bless and have a good year.” Fran Bahr

How are you doing?

Want to learn more about growing in your relationship with God and with others? Contact Michelle

Vanderzyden at 419-289-2126 or [email protected]

Weekly Worship

Daily Reading/ Meditation on Scripture

Spiritual Disciplines

Stewardship

Small Group Involvement

Vocation in Daily Life

Sharing Your Faith

“Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen” 2 Peter 3:18


The Worship and Music Committee and a few other organist guests recently spent two months reviewing proposals to renovate our sanctuary organ proposed by the Schantz Organ Company of Orrville, Ohio, who have been expanding and servicing our pipe organ for ninety-one years. After working through the possibilities the committee voted unanimously in favor of a plan of renovations, listed below, with the money to come from the bequest of Jim and Suzy Clark.

The Clark family have been members and supporters of Trinity going back many generations. They have been especially strong supporters of music, with members of the family giving toward the last refurbishing of the organ in the 1980s. Though Jim and Suzy moved to California many years ago they still kept connected to us, visiting often and remaining connected to the Ashland community. A decade ago they presented Trinity with the family’s Steinway baby grand piano, which is now used on the Jack’s Place stage.

The role of the organ in Lutheran worship is to lead the singing of the congregation, support the liturgy, accompany choirs and musicians, and be able to present uplifting and appropriate selections of its own. Our organ has not had major work done to it since 1983. We feel privileged to now have both the opportunity and the means to bring it up to date and prepare it for the future.

One can compare a pipe organ to an old farmhouse, in that it is a custom built structure, mostly made of wood and metal with electric wiring, and is often added to and rebuilt over the years. The original portion of Trinity’s pipe organ was built by the M. P. Moeller Organ Company of Hagerstown, Maryland, in business from 1875 to 1993. Our organ was built in 1909 as their Opus 924, that is, the 924th organ they built.

It was rebuilt in 1933 by the Schantz Organ Company as the Myers Memorial Organ, given in memory of Mr. and Mrs. F.E. Myers by their three children, Mary, Helen and John C. [It is Mary’s reconditioned Steinway piano which sits in the sanctuary.] It was then fitted into the new organ chamber when our congregation moved to Center Street in 1963.

In 1983 additional stops were added to fill out the sound of the organ and add different tone colors. The lead gift for that renovation was given by Marjorie Clark Ingmand, Jim Clark’s aunt.

2021 renovations to our organ will include a complete redo of the internal electrical systems and connections, improved tonal egress, addressing temperature problems in the organ chamber, a revised tonal design, replacing the organ grille cloth, and incorporating the balcony organ pipes into the main organ console.

Without getting too technical, in practical everyday terms, that means the electrical system will move from the knob and tube wiring era to the digital age, the sound will not be trapped in a separate chamber but will resonate more freely in the worship space, the extremes of temperature which affect the tuning of the pipes will be controlled (we even had a lead pipe melt in the extreme heat a few years ago!), the organ will sound fuller and richer and be more effective at leading singing, the dust and grime-laden grille clothe will once again be a light, not dark, backdrop to the altar area with an added rank of visible pipes to frame the hanging cross over the altar (see the artist’s conception illustration), and organist Mark Koehler will not have to run to the balcony to play the pipes located there.

With a projected timeline of five to seven months to complete the organ renovations, the committee was anxious that work begin immediately after Easter so we can be ready for Christmas, if not the late fall festivals of Reformation, All Saints, and Thanksgiving.

Pipe removal began on April 27, while the entire set of wind chests will be relocated to the company’s workshop in Orrville in May. We will use the balcony organ and piano for singing thru the summer. The reredos – the wall behind the altar – will remain until it is replaced in late summer / early fall.

Council members Stephanie Bragg, Stacey Hendrix, Marsha McNutt, Scott Murray, and Bill Smith participated in the meetings and can give more insight on the discussions. Ron Marenchin can share copies of the several presentations, including other slides not included here for brevity, and can answer questions as well.

This is a once in a lifetime process. We are grateful to be undertaking it, and we will be extremely pleased when it is finished. “Sola Deo Gloria” - “To God alone be the glory.”

Article written and submitted by Ron Marenchin, Coordinator of Music Ministries


For more information on how you can receive care from a Stephen Minister, contact: Dan Forbes 567-203-7747

Do you know someone who has been diagnosed with cancer? This book is a way to help.

The newest resource from Stephen Ministries, Cancer—Now What? is a book to give to those with cancer and their loved ones, helping them navigate the medical, emotional, relational, and spiritual challenges that cancer brings.

Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry being used by more than 13,000 congregations worldwide to increase care and outreach to hurting people. Through Stephen Ministry, congregations are able to equip and empower a team of laypeople—Stephen Ministers—who provide one-to-one, Christ-centered care to people experiencing grief, health issues, divorce, spiritual crisis, job loss, infertility, or other life difficulties. Since Stephen Ministry began in 1975, millions of people have received care from a Stephen Minister.

For more information on becoming a Stephen Minister and upcoming training, contact: Michelle Vanderzyden 419-651-1564

What does Alpha look like? Alpha has three key components: food, a talk, and good conversation.

Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. Join us now through June 23, each session looks at a different question that people can have about faith and is designed to create conversation. It’s just an open, informal, and honest space to explore and discuss life’s big questions together.

Join us and invite someone who may have questions about life and faith - Awesome dinner served beginning at , incredible talk at 6:00, amazing

conversation at 6:30 – out the door by 7:00 – what do you have to lose? Join us in the Trinity Room – Lower Level. For food planning purposes, give Michelle Vanderzyden a call or email at the church to let her know you plan to attend. 419-289-2126 or [email protected]

Food—5:30 PM

Our session will begin with dinner at 5:30, because it’s a great way to build community and get to know each other.

Talk—6:00 PM

The video talks are designed to engage guests and inspire conversation. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus? and How can I have faith?

Discussion—6:30 PM

Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in a small group. There’s no obligation to say anything and there’s nothing you can’t say (seriously). It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.

Alpha ?

mailto:[email protected]


MAY MENU

May 6 - Goulash, garlic bread, salad, pineapple and brownies

May 13 - Ham and broccoli bake, roll, salad, applesauce and cherry cheesecake lush

May 20 - Sloppy Joe sandwich, cowboy pasta salad, salad, peaches and pineapple dessert

May 27 - Hot dogs, potato salad, mandarin oranges, salad and cupcakes

Thursday Night takeout has been so popular that we are extending the meals until May 27!

If you are interested in having meals, reservations need to be made by the Monday before, so we have enough food for everyone!

We have been feeding over 150 people each week, including our Beacon families.

We really need help delivering meals to our shut-ins. If you’d like to help or give financially, please contact Dawn Forbes at [email protected].

We are so thankful for the many donations

received so far. We collected many hygiene kits

(over 110!), and supplies to fill more. Now we

can use your help filling those bags. You will

find hygiene bags that need to be completed in

the Gathering Space and outside Jack’s Place.

Just pick up a bag, check out what is needed,

complete the kit and return to the basket.

Thank you so much for your support! We are

spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ one

shoebox at a time!

If you would like to donate any toys, socks,

or school supplies, just place them in the

clothes basket with the hygiene kits. Contact

Dawn Forbes or Ruth Ann Linder with any

questions.

“For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lord will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations.” Isaiah 61:11

Congregational Caring Calls

Caring callers have been reaching out to the entire congregation over the past several months and continue to do so. We are enjoying our conversations with you about how things have been going and what you are looking forward to this summer. We also appreciated hearing about your struggles and discussing how we can help you. Hopefully your questions and thoughts were addressed by a caller or a follow up contact. If not, or you did not receive a contact, please get in touch with Michelle Vanderzyden at [email protected] or 419-651-1564.

The calls we have made in the past year have helped us to remember that communication and contact is so important to our faith community and especially in times of trial. We love being in touch with you!

Thank you to all of our callers in this round: Cheryl Benway, Sandy Burkholder, Pat Bush, Dan Forbes, Dawn Forbes, Kathy Jacque, Diane Koch, Grace Martin, Nancy Martin, Jo Matheson, Laurie Maurer, Sheila Milligan, Judy Moffett, Wendy Shreffler, JoEllen Smalley, Michelle Vanderzyden, Ann VanScoy, Gracie Vermillion, Judy White, and Jackie Young.



Men’s Bible

Study

with Pastor Koch

Thursdays, May 13 & 27*, 8:00 a.m. North Patio Room

Meeting: Mondays (meeting weekly during the school year).

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Location: Trinity Lutheran, Main Lounge Church Home Bring: you, your Bible, a friend, and your joys and concerns for our schools and your children!

Pray for your children and their schools as we continue our 3rd decade of prayer in Ashland on Monday mornings during the school year. If this time does not work for you, please contact Michelle Vanderzyden to discuss a time that works for you. ([email protected] or 419-651-1564)

Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. in Trinity Room

Please RSVP to the Church Office at 419-289-2126. Invite a friend and come join us!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Menu

Ham loaf, cheesy potatoes, roll and butter, fresh fruit, salad and pineapple dessert

Thursday, May 13*

12:00 pm in Jack’s Place

“Gardening for Seniors” Vella King & Kim Tanner

MEETING in PERSON!

Next Meeting

*This will be the last meeting until September.

For information or questions, please contact Jane Burns at 419-289-9444

Our Studies Each year, Bible Study Fellowship groups focus on a different book or section of the Bible over 30 weekly sessions. Going chapter by chapter, verse by verse, allows members to better understand the text and gain a more thorough knowledge of, and relationship with, its Author — Almighty God. BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) is for women, men and children and offers in-person and online classes. Currently Ashland will be offering an in person class for the 2021-2022 year beginning in September and hosted at Trinity Lutheran Church. To find out more about BSF check out their website at www.bsfinternational.org or contact Michelle Vanderzyden, 419-289-2126, [email protected].

More than any other Gospel, Matthew

emphasizes the public teaching ministry of Jesus.

*Note: For the month of May, the dates were moved to the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.

*Note: For the month of May, the date was moved to the second Thursday of the month.


M

A social group for women on their own.

TUESDAY, MAY 17

12:00 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran

Mitchell Hall

Pizza chicken with spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, fresh fruit and cherry cheesecake lush.

Do you enjoy sending greeting cards? Let us help you! When you purchase Expressions of Faith’s hand-made greeting cards during the month of May, 100% of your donation will be given to the Ashland County Cancer Association. You can find our cards on the rack in the office kitchenette.

We also invite you to join us for fellowship and creativity on Friday, May 21,

at noon when we make our cards. No matter your card-making experience, we

would enjoy having you with us. Bring a sack lunch and join us for the fun!

If you have any questions about the group, please contact Wendy Shreffler in the Church

Office or by email: [email protected].

“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him,

rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing

with thankfulness.” Colossians 2:6-7

RSVP for luncheon is required by



Adult Bible Study: Main Lounge, Church Home led by Doug Culler Christian Couples: Not currently meeting; will resume at a later time. Christian Living: Trinity Room, Lower Level, led by Paul Hodge Christian Women: South Sun Room Church Home, led Wendy Shreffler and Sue Bartley Circle of Friends: North Patio Room (will move to Mitchell Hall on May 2), led by Michelle Vanderzyden. Cornerstone: Community Room, led by Kate Kaeser Mama Bear Apologetics: Meeting rooms A&B, led by Pastor Koch SALT (Serving and Learning Together): Church home dining room, led by Kathy Shelly

Our Sunday School classes run from 9:35 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Members and guests are welcome to participate whenever they wish. Under current circumstances, please, wear masks. There will be hand sanitizer in each room.

Please NOTE: There will be Nursery/Childcare available during the 8:30 Sanctuary Service only beginning May 2.

Birth - 2 years Infant Nursery (during Sunday School only)

Age 2 & 3 Toddler Nursery, Main Level led by Diane, Andy, and Jack Yeaste Age 4, 5 & K Preschool Room, Main Level led by Becky Schaff

Grade 1 & 2 Room 25, 2nd Floor Church Home, led by Kim Pool

For full class descriptions and teachers, check out our website @ www.trinityashland.org or contact Dan Forbes, [email protected],

567-203-7747

Grade 3 & 4 Room 27, 2ndFloor Church Home, led by Adam Kime

Grade 5 & 6 Assembly Rooms C&D, lower level led by Jenny Pence

Grade 7 & 8 Youth Hall, Lower Level, led by Taylor Cox

Grade 9-12 Youth Hall, Lower Level, led by Darrik Sheek

We are still in need of volunteers to help our

Trinity kids dig into Summer Sunday School.

We appreciate your willingness to give of your time

and talents for our Trinity children. Please contact

Dan Forbes at (567) 203-7747 or

[email protected]

www.trinityashland.org/opportunities/giving/giving

The last day for Children/Youth Sunday School will be

May 23.

NO Children/Youth Sunday School May 30 (Memorial Day),

June 6 & 13.

Adult Sunday School classes to meet as they wish.


Darrik Sheek, Youth Director 949-357-8750 (cell) [email protected]

Heather Jurjevic, Youth Ministries Assistant 419-651-2455 (cell) [email protected]

Mosaic is a time of discipleship and engagement with Scripture and one another.

JOIN Trinity Ashland Youth

This is a teamwork and sharing app with channels and chat rooms to keep kids (and parents) informed and up to date while building relationships with others.

IF YOU CANNOT SERVE ON YOUR SCHEDULED DATE, CALL TO TRADE WITH

SOMEONE. PLEASE CALL THE CHURCH

OFFICE (419-289-2126) BY WEDNESDAY

NOON TO NOTIFY JOELLEN OF THE

CHANGE.

Date 8:30 AM 10:45 AM

5/2 Grace Rivenburgh Chloe McFrederick

5/9 Emma Paddags Ella Emmons

5/16 Teagan Kime Haley McNaull

5/23 Emma Paddags Benjamin Tooman

5/30 Zoie Gaus Emma McClain

Wednesdays

6-7pm

Youth Room

Our next Youth Sunday is quickly approaching and we need your help! If you would like to help out with leading prayer, Psalms or lector, please reach out to Darrik as soon as possible.

Sunday, June 6 10:45 AM

It’s that time of year to prepare for our yearly senior ceremony and breakfast. Please mark your calendars for Sunday, June 6 (10:45 Sanctuary Service). Seniors will receive additional information in the mail with details for that Sunday. If you have any questions before then you can contact Darrik Sheek @ 949-357-8750 or email at [email protected]

Trinity Lutheran Church

Middle School ViBE (Vacation Bible Experience)

June 21 – June 24 2021

Mark your calendars now! We are excited to share that we will be hosting ViBE this summer! More info soon to come! Please contact Darrik Sheek if you would like to volunteer for ViBE.

Confirmation 2021 will be held on Sunday, May 16 at 2:00 pm.

This is a closed service for family and friends of our confirmands to

allow enough space for social distancing. However, if you wish to

see our youth be confirmed or would prefer to not watch in

person, the service will be livestreamed on Trinity's Facebook page,

facebook.com/trinitylutheranashland (which will later be uploaded

to YouTube). If you have any questions or concerns, please contact

Darrik Sheek.

Sunday, May 16 @ 2:00 pm



In each newsletter, we are taking the time and space to highlight our high school

seniors graduating this spring. This month we recognize two of our seniors, Bryn

Grabowski, of Hillsdale High School, and Triton Schuster, of Ashland High School.

What service does your family normally attend? Before the Covid pandemic, my family and I would attend

the 8:30 Sanctuary Service.

What kinds of things are you involved in at Trinity? Currently, I am not involved in anything at Trinity.

What is your favorite bible verse? My favorite Bible verse is 2 Timothy 4:17, “But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength.”

What do you like to do outside of the church in your spare time? In my spare time, I play softball, watch Tik-Tok, hang out with my friends and boyfriend.

What role does your faith have in your everyday life? My faith guides me through my decisions and actions in my everyday life.

What are you thankful for? I am thankful for my family and friends.

What are your plans after graduation? My plans after graduation are to attend Otterbein University where I will be studying Exercise Science and I will be playing softball.

What is something unique about yourself that would surprise others? Something unique about myself is that my favorite color is orange.

Join us for our first Global 6k Water Walk, put on through the World Vision organization, and led by one of our own high school students, Lexi Pool. Walk, jog, or run your way through the morning (a total of about 4 miles) in support for those who do the same for their daily water in poorer countries. If you would like to know more about the organization, or would like to sign up, check out www.teamworldvision.org and click on the “6k for water” tab, or reach out to Lexi and Kim Pool or Darrik Sheek. We look forward to walking alongside you!

The funds will go to helping those communities needing easier access to clean water. The goal is to raise $2500 in funding; currently $985 has been received. If you wish to donate but prefer not to participate, you can make a donation by visiting teamworldvision.org, click on the donate button, and choose Ashland Trinity Youth. You can also make a donation by cash or check (made out to Trinity Youth) and give to Darrik Sheek.

What service does your family normally attend? My family and I usually attend the 10:45 Sanctuary Service.

What kinds of things are you involved in at Trinity? I’ve been involved in Vacation Bible School and various youth activities.

What is your favorite bible verse? Hebrews 13:8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” It gives me comfort knowing that no matter what I go through, the Word of the Lord hasn’t changed and neither has Jesus.

What do you like to do outside of the church in your spare time? I’m involved in school sports and clubs. Specifically, the varsity football, varsity swim and varsity track teams. I am in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, French Honor Society and I am also the President of the Student Council.

What role does your faith have in your everyday life? Every morning I wake up and thank God for my family and the life I have been blessed with. I go throughout my day doing everything I can to be the best follower of Christ and Christian I can be. Faith is what guides me in my days. When I’m struggling or striving, I turn to God for guidance.

What are you thankful for? I’m most thankful for my family and the life I have lived. I’ve been blessed with the most loving and caring family. I’ve been blessed with a life that allows me to help others and be happy.

What are your plans after graduation? I plan on attending Ohio Northern University and continuing my athletic career as a football player. I will be studying Computer Engineering and Entrepreneurship.

What is something unique about yourself that would surprise others? It may be childish, but I still collect hot wheels to this day.

Hillsdale High School

Ashland High School

to receive your free t-shirt. Registration for adults is $50 and $25 for kids.

http://www.teamworldvision.org


It was really hard not having children in the building last year—we really missed the smiles and laughter and singing that normally fill the hallways all week! and we are so excited to plan this year for you. Gemilla Szabo, Angela Baker, and Melissa See are hard at work, making sure everything is safe and happy for all the kids and adults. We are looking forward to —where kids discover God’s greatest treasure isn’t diamonds, gems, or gold—it’s them! Kids and adults will share a time full of faith discoveries, memorable music, and epic adventures that help kids encounter God’s amazing love for them!

HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW - THINGS ARE A BIT DIFFERENT THIS YEAR!

(Yes, that is only 4 days. We will pack in 5 days of fun into 4!)

(Yes, that’s a little shorter than last year. We have changed our schedule to allow for safety this year)

Discovering You’re Priceless to God

PRAY! There will be many children here that week—some of whom may not have heard the Gospel

message. Pray that their hearts are open to the love of Christ!

HELP US STAFF VBS—Currently we have enough crew leaders to lead 55 children. We could use more

people to lead children to their activities, and a few more people to man the stations that kids attend.

Contact one of our directors if you are interested in shaping the spiritual life of a young child! Contact

Gemilla Szabo, 567-203-8789, Angela Baker, 567-203-8434, Melissa See, 567-203-7321, or Dawn Forbes,

567-203-2618. We need YOU for the gifts that you are willing to share with our children. Plus, you’ll have

a great time and a deep joy knowing you furthered the kingdom of God by impacting our children. We

will give you all the tools you need—just bring your happy heart!

SPONSOR A CHILD FOR VBS—Sponsoring a child for VBS makes sure our kids get the enrichment items from our

curriculum without having to charge families to attend. It costs $10 to sponsor a child, and any amount is

appreciated. Please contact Dawn Forbes for more info if you are willing to donate to this worthy cause. In the

past we have ministered to nearly 300 children at no cost to their family!

SNACK HELP NEEDED—In keeping with our Treasured theme, we will have snacks that reinforce the stories of

each day. That’s where we need your help. We will be putting a sign-up list online, beginning May 1, for you to sign

up for specific items needed for the snack. If you would prefer to help financially, please contact Dawn Forbes.

We want to have enough adult help for small crews this year, and we need to know if your child is coming by June 13. Please register your child, age 4 (and potty-trained) through grade 4 online at https://vbspro.events/p/events/trinityashland. For those without computer access, you can register in the Church Office or by contacting Dawn Forbes at [email protected]

We are planning a fabulous outdoor party to celebrate VBS on Thursday night, June 24, at 6:00 p.m. We’ll eat together and sing together—all in the parking lot—where we’ll celebrate all that the kids have learned during VBS 2021. More info will be in later announcements and the June newsletter. Stay tuned! You won’t want to miss it!



We are pleased with the progress the children have made this year. Each child has achieved so much. The children are such a delight and are so joyful. We are looking forward to next year. If you know of someone interested in attending preschool, please tell them about our school. We have so much to offer. Contact email: [email protected]. The state has lifted the restrictions for the pandemic ratio of only 9 children per session. We are now allowed to have more children attend at a time. We are happy to have had three more children join us in April.

A spiritual lesson on the resurrection with Arabella.

Carsyn’s first day.

Selah plays the bells in music class.

Our school is very hands-on. Children learn best when their hands are busy doing work. The children enjoyed our unit on flowers. They learned the parts of a flower by using lilies. They made their own book. Flower puzzles and books were available.


It has been a fun and eventful month at Beacon! The week before spring break was filled with Easter celebrations. We enjoyed Easter-themed snacks and games, read the Easter story together, and had a blast during our Easter egg hunt! Our students loved searching for eggs on the playground and showed such kindness as they helped their friends find eggs too.

This month, our students also created their own acrostic poems using their names. They used the letters in their name to think of some of their positive character traits and unique qualities that begin with those letters. It was fun to see what they created!

During devotion time, we learned about the Fruits of the Spirit and how we can see examples of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in our own everyday lives.

We are excited for more learning and fun during these last few weeks of the school year!

Blessings,

Jocelyn Dickerson Beacon Director


May 1 5:30 Pastor McClain May 2 8:30 Pastor McClain 10:45 Pastor McClain Praise 10:45 Pastor McClain

May 8 5:30 Pastor Koch May 9 8:30 Pastor McClain (Mother’s Day) 10:45 Pastor Koch Praise 10:45 Pastor McClain

May 15 5:30 Pastor McClain May 16 8:30 Pastor McClain 10:45 Pastor McClain Praise 10:45 Michelle Vanderzyden

May 22 5:30 Assoc. Pastor Candidate May 23 8:30 Assoc. Pastor Candidate 10:45 Assoc. Pastor Candidate Praise 10:45 Assoc. Pastor Candidate

May 29 5:30 Pastor Koch May 30 8:30 Pastor McClain (Youth 10:45 Pastor Koch Sunday) Praise 10:45 Andrew Pool

Schedule subject to change as needed.

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Day Date Time Service

Sunday May 2 8:30 a.m. Sanctuary Saturday May 8 5:30 p.m. Folk

Sunday May 9 10:45 a.m. Praise (Mother’s Day)

Sunday May 16 8:30 a.m. Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. Sanctuary

Saturday May 22 5:30 p.m. Folk

Sunday May 23 10:45 a.m. Praise

Sunday May 30 10:45 a.m. Sanctuary

“May he give you the desire of your heart

and make all your plans succeed.” Psalm 20:4

NAME DATE

America Bon 5/4

William Farris 5/12

Carolyn Bonesteel 5/21

Kay Wolf 5/22

Betty Burkholder 5/28

Dick Obrecht 5/28

Beverly Young 5/29

The Church Office

will be closed Monday, May 31,

in observance of Memorial Day


Food Items: Canned green beans or corn, canned tuna or chicken, fruit cups, applesauce cups, egg noodles, and rice or pasta side packets

Hygiene Items: Deodorant (men & women)

240 Cleveland Avenue Ashland, OH 44805

Chris Box,

Executive Director

Hello and Happy Spring!

This spring has blessed us with many days of

beautiful sunshine, and Associated Charities

has been blessed by our many devoted and

caring church families delivering weekly doses

of sunshine by sharing food with us. Our

clients are always very thankful and always

most appreciative, and so are we! We cannot

do what we do without each of you.

Blessings,

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (Jack’s Place/Gym)

To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call

1-800-RED CROSS

If your marriage has had some struggles during the pandemic, you are

not alone! The virus has put a great deal of stress on a lot of marriages,

and others simply need some time to focus on just being a couple. So

now is the perfect time to sign up to attend a Lutheran Marriage

Encounter Weekend June 11 – 13. This is designed to bless your

relationship, whether you have been married a year or 60+, or whether

you are happy, arguing, or “doing ok.”

The registration fee has been waived for this year, AND we are

offering this Weekend in June so that you can experience this

powerful event in the comfort, safety, and privacy of your own home,

and for just $100, as we have no hotel bills to cover.

The deadline is June 4, to allow for the mailing of materials to your

home. (Should complications arise, your payment is refundable. And if

$100 causes you financial hardship, scholarship assistance can be

discussed.) Go to www.GodLovesMarriage.org.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND

Tuesday, May 4 is National Foster Care Day, and the whole month of

May is a time for our nation to recognize the good works of foster

families and professionals who help children in need of care.

This May is also the Five-Year Anniversary of Fostering Family

Ministries. A will be held at Freer Field

on to celebrate and raise funds to meet the

needs of foster families in our community. Please plan to be a supporter

by participating in the event and finding sponsors or being a sponsor.

Visit http://www.fosteringfamilyministries.org/walkrun to register, get

pledge sheets or make an online pledge/donation. Pledge sheets are

also available in the Church Office or outside Jack's Place. All

participants with $25 or more in sponsors will receive a T-Shirt (first

come, first served basis). There will be 4 color stations during the walk/

run where color powder will be added to the shirts. Refreshments will be

provided to all and special gifts awarded to foster and kinship

families. Can't make it that day? Walk or run at your own location. Are

you willing to "GO AN EXTRA MILE FOR A CHILD"?

Sign in: 7AM for 5K Run and 8:15AM for Mile Walk

Begin: 8AM - 5K Run and 9:30AM - Walk

Thank you all for your continued support of

our mission of caring for those in need.

Associated Charities considers it a sincere

honor to serve our community.

Blood Drive

https://www.associatedcharities.com/

http://www.GodLovesMarriage.org

http://www.fosteringfamilyministries.org/walkrun


THE 10:45 RADIO BROADCAST on WNCO-AM 1340

for May 2 is sponsored by James and Peggy Maul to

the glory of God .

THE 8:30 VIDEO LIVESTREAM for May 2 is sponsored by Doug

and Sylvia Thrush to the glory of God.

THE PRAISE VIDEO LIVESTREAM is sponsored by Jim and Lynne

Minnich, to the glory of God.

PLEASE REMEMBER…

We would like to keep in touch with everyone! If anything about your status changes: address, phone, email, or if you (or a family member) are in the hospital or a nursing home, please let us know by calling the Church Office. Thank you!

PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH!

Radio Broadcast: 10:30 am-12 noon - listen to the 10:45 service by tuning your radio to WNCO-AM 1340.

Audio Live Stream: 10:30 am-12 noon - listen to the 10:45 service by clicking on WNCO-AM and then "Listen Live" at www.trinityashland.org

Video Live Stream: 8:30-9:30 Traditional and10:30 am-12 noon Praise - watch and listen by clicking on the WATCH LIVE link at www.trinityashland.org (If you have a Roku device on your TV, you can now add the Trinity channel and view live there.) You may also “like” or “follow” our Facebook page at facebook.com/trinitylutheranashland.

“STAY IN TUNE” WITH

TRINITY!

RADIO BROADCAST

AND AUDIO/VIDEO LIVE STREAMING

If you are interested in sponsoring a radio/video broadcast, or Alar flowers,

please contact Valerie McCracken in the Church Office.

Given by: Doyle and Shirley Braun in memory of their parents;

Kevin and Kristen McClain in celebration of their 19th wedding anniversary;

Dan and Rita Wierbiki in memory of Walter and Jeanette Wierbiki and

Glenna Bate;

John and Louise Decker in memory of Grandma Heifner and aunts/mothers

Mabel, Cleo, Bonita, Wilma, and Mildred.

http://wncoam.com/

http://www.trinityashland.org/worship-99/live/

http://www.trinityashland.org/worship-99/live/

http://www.trinityashland.org/fileadmin/news_events/Adding_Roku_Channel_Instructions.pdf

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 5:30 PM Folk

Service

2 8:30 AM Sanctuary Communion - Live-

streamed 9:35 AM Sunday School 10:45 AM Praise Worship - Live-streamed 10:45 AM Sanctuary Worship - Radio

broadcast

7:00 PM Annual Congregational Meeting

3

8:30 AM Moms in

Prayer International 9:00 AM Piece Makers

& Comforters Group 1:30 PM Staff Meeting

4

6:00 PM Stephen

Ministry 8:00 PM Trinity

Brass

5

1:30 PM Bible

Conversations

4:45 PM Luther Bells

5:00 PM Saturday

Night Musicians

5:30 PM Alpha

6:00 PM Trinity Bells

7:30 PM Praise Team

Rehearsal

6

National Day of

Prayer 8:30 AM BSF online

study 8:30 AM Ruth Circle

7 8 5:30 PM Folk

Communion

9 8:30 AM Sanctuary Worship - Live-

streamed 9:35 AM Sunday School 10:45 AM Praise Communion - Live-

streamed 10:45 AM Sanctuary Worship - Radio

broadcast

10

8:30 AM Moms in


& Comforters Group 1:30 PM Staff Meeting 7:00 PM Altar Guild

11

6:00 PM Stephen

Ministry 6:00 PM Youth

Committee Mtg. 7:00 PM Council 8:00 PM Trinity

Brass

12

1:30 PM Bible

Conversations

5:00 PM Saturday

Night Musicians

5:30 PM Alpha


7:30 PM Praise Team

Rehearsal

13

8:00 AM Men’s Bible

Study 8:30 AM BSF online

study 11:00 AM Walk

through the Bible

study 12:00 PM Luther

Club

14

15 5:30 PM Folk

Service

16 8:30 AM Sanctuary Communion - Live-

streamed 9:35 AM Sunday School 10:45 AM Praise Worship - Live-streamed 10:45 AM Sanctuary Communion - Radio 2:00 PM Confirmation Service

17 8:30 AM Moms in


& Comforters Group 1:30 PM Staff Meeting

18

12:00 PM MnM's

Luncheon 6:00 PM Stephen


Brass

19

1:30 PM Bible

Conversations

5:00 PM Saturday

Night Musicians

5:30 PM Alpha


7:30 PM Praise Team

Rehearsal

20

8:30 AM BSF online

study

21 12:00 PM

Expressions of

Faith

22 5:30 PM Folk

Communion

23 FOOD BANK 8:30 AM Sanctuary Worship - Live-

streamed 9:35 AM Sunday School (last day of SS

for Children/Youth) 10:45 AM Praise Communion - Live-

streamed 10:45 AM Sanctuary Worship - Radio

broadcast

24

10:30 AM

BLOODMOBILE

8:30 AM Moms in


& Comforters Group 12:30 PM 1:30 PM Staff Meeting 7:00 PM Worship &

Music

25

6:00 PM Stephen


Brass

26

1:30 PM Bible

Conversations

5:00 PM Saturday

Night Musicians

5:30 PM Alpha

7:30 PM Praise Team

Rehearsal

27

8:00 AM Men’s Bible

Study 8:30 AM BSF online

study 11:00 AM Walk

through the Bible

study

28 29 5:30 PM Folk

Service

30 8:30 AM Sanctuary Worship - Live-

streamed 9:35 AM Adult Sunday School classes

meet as they wish (No Children/Youth

Sunday School)

10:45 AM Holy Communion 10:45 AM Praise Worship - Live-streamed

31 Church Office

Closed

Trinity Lutheran Church 508 Center Street, Ashland, OH 44805

419-289-2126 www.trinityashland.org

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Montessori Good Shepherd Preschool Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM



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