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Trinity Lutheran Church TRINITY TIDINGS May, 2019 Pastor’s Page Friends in Christ, Christ is Risen! Alleluia It was so good to celebrate the resurrection with you all once again this year! It is always such a joy to see so many people in the pews and the sanctuary decorated beautifully! I have found that there is always a much more hope filled and joyous spirit to our Easter morning worship. I hope and pray that our Lenten journey helped make this year’s Easter special. I think I speak for all of us when I say that I thought the choral service was fantastic. Thank you to Tyler and Deb, as well as all of you who participated, for blessing us with a fantastic choral service on Palm Sunday. It is so amazing to see what our community of faith can do musically! I heard so many positive comments about the service. I know it was a lot of time and energy, but I think it was absolutely worth it! I also want to remind you all that we will be moving to one service again this summer at 9 AM. We will begin Memorial Day weekend and our last Sunday with one service will be Labor Day weekend. I look forward to seeing you all together on Sunday mornings! I want to close by saying how proud I am to be a part of Trinity. I am always surprised and amazed at the generosity of time, talent, and treasure that you all share. For example, in addition to the time and talent many of you put in for the choral service, we were able to raise over $3,000 for Family Pathways food shelf. It was so encouraging seeing you go above and beyond our initial goal. There are also so many members who are constantly serving in various ways through- out the week or at different times during the year. For me, this is resurrection living… understanding how much God has done for us and our call as disciples to be a blessing to others. You all are a blessing to me and I thank you for that. God Bless, Pastor Jon We are on a local mission! The Outreach Committee is working through the local schools to provide a program for school-age summer lunches. This Trinity Lunch Club, “TLC”, will distribute pre-bagged lunches once a week for 13 weeks. Surveys of need and interest are being sent via school fliers and email. Connie Deminsky and Donna Setter are leading the project. If you are interested in serving on the team, please contact us at [email protected]. More updates to follow! May 26 through September 1 (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend) we will have ONE worship service at 9:00 am, followed by Fellowship Time. Stay tuned for more details!

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Pastor’s Page

Friends in Christ,

Christ is Risen! Alleluia

It was so good to celebrate the resurrection with you all once again this year! It is always such a joy to see so many people in the pews and the sanctuary decorated beautifully! I have found that there is always a much more hope filled and joyous spirit to our Easter morning worship. I hope and pray that our Lenten journey helped make this year’s Easter special.

I think I speak for all of us when I say that I thought the choral service was fantastic. Thank you to Tyler and Deb, as well as all of you who participated, for blessing us with a fantastic choral service on Palm Sunday. It is so amazing to see what our community of faith can do musically! I heard so many positive comments about the service. I know it was a lot of time and energy, but I think it was absolutely worth it!

I also want to remind you all that we will be moving to one service again this summer at 9 AM. We will begin Memorial Day weekend and our last Sunday with one service will be Labor Day weekend. I look forward to seeing you all together on Sunday mornings!

I want to close by saying how proud I am to be a part of Trinity. I am always surprised and amazed at the generosity of time, talent, and treasure that you all share. For example, in addition to the time and talent many of you put in for the choral service, we were able to raise over $3,000 for Family Pathways food shelf. It was so encouraging seeing you go above and beyond our initial goal. There are also so many members who are constantly serving in various ways through-out the week or at different times during the year. For me, this is resurrection living… understanding how much God has done for us and our call as disciples to be a blessing to others. You all are a blessing to me and I thank you for that. God Bless, Pastor Jon

We are on a local mission!

The Outreach Committee is working through the local schools to provide a program for school-age summer lunches. This Trinity Lunch Club, “TLC”, will distribute pre-bagged lunches once a week for 13 weeks. Surveys of need and interest are being sent via school fliers and email. Connie Deminsky and Donna Setter are leading the project. If you are interested in serving on the team, please contact us at

[email protected]. More updates to follow!

May 26 through

September 1

(Memorial Day Weekend

through Labor Day

Weekend) we will have

ONE worship service at

9:00 am, followed by

Fellowship Time.

Stay tuned for more details!

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The Easter Breakfast has come and gone and the EDGE youth would like to thank the entire

Trinity family for your generous support through this event. The hope is that everyone in

attendance was able to enjoy a nice meal and some great fellowship time while supporting

the youth in their various summer missions. Shout out to all of the youth who served and the

parents who were here as the sun rose to begin preparations for the breakfast. You are all appreciated and

loved! Looking ahead, EDGE will wrap up the school year…sometime in May, with the annual bonfire. The date is still being determined due to athletic & activity schedules. Stay tuned for more info

Senior Recognition Sunday will be on May 19th. If you are a senior and have not received a note in the

mail about this date, please contact Mary Johnson asap.

Registrations for Summer in the Son are available and we are looking forward to a fun summer learning

about how we can enjoy and care for creation! Registration forms are on the table in the Narthex.

Upcoming Dates to know: May 1: EDGE @ 6:30pm May 8: EDGE @ 6:30pm May 15: NO EDGE

May 19: Senior Recognition Sunday & Coffee Hour

EDGE Youth Ministry NEWS

Sunday School News Happy Spring!! As this is being typed, the spring rains are bringing color to the lawns and buds to the trees. There is so much hope in this season and hopefully you all will make time to play outside as a family and look for the

wonderful signs of renewal. On April 14th, The Sunday School children did a fabulous job sharing the message of Palm Sunday with their singing voices. Thank you to all of them and the direction of Sarah Krosschell for that special treat!

We are wrapping up the school year and have just 2 Sundays in May left. These busy days may have us drifting from our lessons a bit, but that is okay. Sometimes the best lessons come from simple conversations. The greatest gift this year has been

the interactions between the children and between the children and the teachers. There have been so many great questions and youthful insights about God’s love this year and it is VERY exciting!

Registration forms are out for Summer in the Son VBS and we have an exciting new program planned for this year, It is called “Wild Wonder Creation Care Camp” and we will explore ways we can enjoy and care for God’s amazing creation! There will be no cost once again this year as we still have funds available from last year’s generous donation. Be sure to save the dates; June 12,19,26 and July 3.

Upcoming Dates to know: May 5: Sunday School from 9-9:45 Regular schedule May 12: LAST DAY: Sunday School from 9-9:45 large group activity outside & upstairs

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May 1: 8th Grade Confirmation Rehearsal & pictures (No class for 6th & 7th grade)

Sunday, May 5: Confirmation Service at 11:30 am

May 8: 6th & 7th Grade Only meet from 6:30-7:30 pm

Confirmation students are expected to take an active role in worship as an acolyte, reader, usher, greeter,

etc. ten times throughout the year. Please sign up on the sheets in the Narthex, or call Julie at 651-674-7047

or email [email protected] to sign up.

The congregation is invited to a cake reception to honor our 2019 graduates at 9:00 am during coffee hour on Sunday, May 19.

A blessing for them will take place at our 10:00 am service.

Class of 2019

Jaeden Bannister

Alexander Blegen

Macy Bombard

Hailey Bulver

Anna Carlson

Ashley Darst

Vanessa Dervie

Gabrielle Fisk

Cecilia Franklin

Chloe Goebel

Austin Grovender

Conner Hartmann

Jessica Heurung

Savanah Hoard

Abby Johnson

Gabriel Johnson

Quinten Johnson

Blake Loftman

Clint Mattson

Samantha McPherson

Mila Mix

Emerson Peaslee

Adam Shoberg

Becca Shoberg

Bradey Swanson

Abigale Webster

Holden Whiting

Alison Will

Drew Wilmet

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Looking back just a short time, Lent (with our very successful Friday Fish Fry events) is behind us once again. I want to add my thanks to Pastor Jon and Deb for the extra Lenten service at 11 AM each week. I sincerely hope you experienced all the emotions of Holy Week, starting with the music of Palm Sunday and moving through scheduled services on Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday, where we once again celebrated Jesus’ overcoming the cross, death and the grave.

If you were in attendance at Trinity for Palm Sunday you might’ve felt a certain level of musical anticipation with upwards of 40 musicians gathered in the choir pit. I think the buzz of excitement was still evident after the service, which is a wonderful measure. The Sunday School kids were a bonus at the second service! Thank you to Deb and Tyler and all those musicians who shared their gifts at that service.

It’s always wonderful to experience the joy of Easter, and especially fun to see and feel and hear what an expanded church attendance can do for the soul. I’ve often wondered what that feeling would be like if we experienced the same attendance throughout the church calendar.

From a Council perspective, we are all thankful that stewardship remains on track (as do the Phoenix Academy lease payments) as we deal with some unplanned (roof leaks) and what I would call deferred building maintenance issues (HVAC and plumbing repairs). I am hopeful that all of you believe we should make good decisions when dealing with church property. We are also able to move forward confidently with structured interviews for our Director of Youth and Family Ministries and Cemetery Maintenance positions. And speaking of giving, I know Pastor Jon felt very good about presenting Family Pathways a check of $3,002 on behalf of the newly formed Outreach Team! Staying current with pledges and planned giving helps the Council make good decisions. Thank you!

It won’t be long and we will be going to one summer service at 9:00 AM. The Council is hopeful this coming together of 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM services will help our congregation continue to get to know each other better. Make a point of taking some time for fellowship!

See you in church. Mike Nelson, 2019 TLC Council Chair

The following received

First Communion on April 18, 2019

Jillian Anderson Jackson Marr

Amaya Hals Lincoln Marr

Elisha Hals Maxwell Marr

Lillian Hanes Isabelle McCarty

Oliver Krosschell Tanner Nysse

Parker Krosschell Carson Williams Page 3

Join Us… Sunday Morning Bible Study Starting April 28th at 9:05 am Fireside Room

1 John is a book of comfort and challenge. It comforts us with the

reminder that we are children of God. It challenges us to make our faith

genuine by expressing in our lives what we believe in our hearts.

Participants will explore this important book by examining four key

questions. You may drop-in at any time during these sessions.

This 4-session Bible study explores selected passages from 1 John.

4/28: Who is Jesus—really? (1 John 1:1—2:2)

5/5: Who are we—really? (1 John 2:29—3:24)

5/12: How can we love—really? (1 John 4:1-21)

5/19: How can we live—really? (1 John 5:1-13)

For more information, contact Rich Lundberg, 651-674-6218 or [email protected].

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ALTAR GUILD

Serving for the month of May Karen Nelson

Carol Grissman

Trinity’s Fellowship Team

night at the movies will

resume after Easter!

All are welcome! Simply

meet at the North Branch

Theater on May 17 at

6:45 pm, and we will

decide on a movie.

Discussion and dessert at

Dairy Queen after the

movie!

Scripture Readings May 5: Acts 9:1-6, Psalm 30, Revelation 5:1-14, John 21:1-19

May 12: Acts 9:36-43, Psalm 23, Revelation 7:9-17, John 10:22-30

May 19: Acts 11:1-18, Psalm 148, Revelation 21:1-6, John 13:31-35

May 26: Acts 16:9-15, Psalm 67, Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5, John 14:23-29

Give electronically using the QR code “Scan to Pay or Give” option. Members can download a QR code reader that allows for immediate one time or recurring giving. Iphone users use the Vanco Give + App

Please email articles for the June Trinity Tidings to

office @trinitynorthbranch.org by May 15. Thank you!

To sponsor altar flowers, please sign up on the calendar near the church office. Please bring an arrangement of fresh flowers prior to 7:45 am

on that Sunday. See Julie or Deb with questions.

Fare For All Express May 8 2-4 pm

Fare For All Express is a great way to save on groceries. This is open to everyone; the more that participate, the stronger the buying power of the program. Each month

offers a $10 Produce Pack, $11 Mini Meat Pack, $20 Combo Pack (produce and mini-meat).

The Hot Buy for May is two 1 lb trays Sheboygan MN Twins Beer Bratwurst for $4, limit 2 sets (4 trays)

per household. See details on the bulletin board near the church office. See www.fareforall.org or call the

church office at 651-674-7047 with questions.

Do you have a passion to serve?

Trinity Lutheran Church is seeking

a Director of Youth

and Family Ministries.

See the job description on

our website:

www.trinitynorthbranch.org.

Scrip Gift Card Program: Do you need gifts for Mother’s Day, or a graduation gift? Do you buy groceries or

gas? Order gift cards through Trinity, and we receive a percentage of the sale price at no additional cost to you. Use them as gifts, or plan ahead and use them when shopping for gifts or things you’d buy anyway. Forms are

available in the office, or shop online for more options. Go to shopwithscrip.com, choose Get Started, Families, Enroll. Our Scrip Enrollment Code is BDE7C8LF12L8.

We will be placing an order on May 20. We will notify you when your

cards arrive.

Save the date!

This year we will be taking a bus to the Twins game vs. the

New York Yankees on Tuesday, July 23. Stay tuned

for more info!

Privacy laws prevent care

facilities from contacting us

regarding your stay. If you

or someone close to you

would like a visit or a call,

please contact the office.

Amazon Smile: When shopping on Amazon, search Trinity Lutheran Church North Branch

on smile.amazon.com, and we will receive a % of your purchase at no cost to you!

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There are so many people who give generously of their time and talent to the ministry of

Trinity Lutheran Church. Each month in the Tidings we will have a Trinity “Shout Out!” naming

and thanking various groups and individuals who give of themselves in a variety of ways. Some

do their work totally “behind the scenes,” while others you see all the time sharing their gifts but

may not know them by name.

Do you ever wonder how the sanctuary gets decorated for Christmas and Easter and other

seasons of the church year? We are blessed to have a group of people who generously share of

their time and talent to do this.

Lori Peterson brings her creative and artistic talents as she takes the lead on our sanctuary arts team. Sue Swenson, Candi &

Tom Hals, Karen Nelson, Darlene Nelson and Jeff Peterson have ably assisted Lori in placing flowers, decorating trees and doing

whatever is needed to bring each church season to life. Roger Anderson and Dave Nelson, our custodians, always make sure

that the “heavy lifting” is done and items that need to be hung in the “higher reaches” of the sanctuary are taken care of before

the sanctuary arts team does their work. They also make sure everything is out and ready to decorate and then assist in the

clean up afterward. Darrel Fisk and Dennis Aulich are our official “angel hangers.” They make sure the Christmas angels are

hung and all the lights are working on them. They also are responsible for taking them down after Christmas.

Next time you see one of these “sanctuary decorators,” say “Thanks!” (Another great way to show your appreciation is to join

them! Contact Lori Peterson or Deb Aulich and we’ll contact you the next time decorating needs to be done!)

Watch for the next Trinity “Shout Out!” coming your way in the June Tidings!

Recycling Fundraiser We will be hosting our third annual

Recycling Fundraiser on May 11. Bring your items to the parking lot from 8am-2pm. Additional items not listed may also be

accepted. A portion of the fee is returned to Trinity.

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Gifts Given to the Glory of God To the Cemetery Fund in memory of husband Dale from Sharon Fairbanks

To the Cemetery Fund in memory of Dalles Nelson and Sharon Fairbanks from Darlene Nelson

Undesignated in memory of Connie Johnson from Pearl Fay

To the Visitation Team, Music Fund and Congregational Care Fund in memory of Connie Johnson from Wayne

Ellefson, Helen Lindhart, Donna Anderson, Evonne Peterson, Mary Sederberg, Yvonne Johnson, Todd & Lori Fisk,

Margaret Jensen, Sherie Engmark, Gary Engmark, Lynn Engmark

To the Cemetery Fund in memory of Sharon Peterson and Doug Brown from Butch & Sharalyn Olson

Undesignated in memory of Sharon Peterson from Chad Deming, Sharon Fairbanks, Dan & Sandra Johnson, Jane

& Loren Magnison, Bev & Orv Otterness, Duane & Eileen Fisk, Barb Egelkraut, Alvin & Lorraine Wenzel, Karen

Nelson, Mike & Barb Nelson, Ron & Diane Barsness, Jean Fairbanks, Dennis & Sue Gustafson, Bonnie Nelson

To the Music Fund in memory of Gary Nelson from Darlene Nelson

To the Fellowship Team in memory of Gary Nelson from Sharon Ramberg, Vern & Judy Weiss

To Sunday School in memory of Gary Nelson from Mike & Mary Kay LInder

To Trinity’s Grocery Shelf /Gas Cards in memory of Gary Nelson from Ted & Jody Nemetz, Anne Piro, Sheldon &

Ruth Gustafson, Jerome & Suzie Hasselquist, Janice Smith, Joanne Ploetz, Mary Sederberg, Alvin & Lorraine

Wenzel, Tom & Kathy Fisk, Ron &Diane Barsness, Mike & Barb Nelson, Karen Nelson, Loren & Jane Magnison,

Jill Nelson-Decker, Chad Deming, Mary Jo Vaughn, Anita Mohr, Neil & Carla Norelius, Bill & Sharon Savage,

Dennis & Sue Gustafson, Jill Hasselquist, Mark & Diane Johnson, Jane O’Neil, Ardell & Twyla Ring, Donna

Anderson, Albert & Ann Tanko, Ellie Mittelstaedt, Dan & Sandra Johnson, Bev & Orv Otterness, Duane & Eileen

Fisk, Yvonne Johnson, Tom & Candi Hals, Jean Fairbanks, Carol Gustafson, Gloria Karsky, Evonne Peterson

To the TWIGS Account in memory of family & friends of Doug Brown.

We would like to thank all our friends and family for the kindness and thoughtfulness expressed during Doug's

journey. Bless you all....Donna Brown and Family

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Realizing How Much God Loves You Luke 15:11-32

How do you see God's love in your daily life? Jesus' parable of the prodigal is an example of the deep and profound love between a father and his son (and, God with God's people). This parable could also be named the parable of the prodigal father. It is the father who is a central character. The selfish and jealous behav-

ior of the two sons is a sharp contrast to the loving behavior of the father. Similarly, God's most basic character is love.

What experiences in life are brought to memory by this parable? Has there been a time in your life when you wanted to go off to a far country? It was not unusual for younger Jewish sons to venture into the Dispersion. Centuries later in colonial England, it was not unusual for younger sons to venture to the colonies to start their life. And in our own country, it was not unusual for younger sons to respond to the challenge, "Go west, young man."

These ventures were often undertaken because there was sense of love and security at home, and a loving relationship with God. The life of Jesus was a venture to live in a "new creation", a "new age". It was difficult for the disciples to leave their settings and follow Jesus. It was even more difficult to grasp the significance of Jesus' teachings. Yet as their experiences evolved there were revelations that showed God's love and presence in every day life.

The older son struggled to see the loving relationship with his father and brother upon the brother's return. Yet the father's love was free, unmerited and unconditional to both sons. It is this kind of love that God has for God's people.

Prayer: Lord God, you are a loving Creator and Provider. Help us to see your presence in our daily life, in the gift of life, in the gift of your Son Jesus Christ and in the Body of Christ. Give us the vision to look beyond our personal desires and needs. Give us the sensitivity to hear your word above our daily activity. Open our eyes too, to the times when we are like the older son, looking for the best robe and the fatted calf, only wanting for ourselves. May the Holy Spirit give us guidance to see your loving presence and will in our life. Amen.

https://www.luthersem.edu/stewardship/default.aspx?m=6667&post=4161

What Is A Thrivent Action Grant? An Action Grant can be a fundraiser like our fish fry, food drive, Easter breakfast etc. It can also be a service project like the blessing bags, Path Program etc.

Every Thrivent member is eligible to apply for a minimum of one action grant per year. They are very simple to apply for as everything is done online and takes about 5 min. (We have people willing to assist you if you like). If you are a Thrivent member and would be interested in learning more about how to get $250 from Thrivent to support your favorite project please email [email protected]. Just put the word Thrivent in the subject line and include you name and phone number. If you have questions please feel free to contact Donna Setter at 612-363-5072.

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To submit a prayer chain prayer request or to be added to the email

recipient list, please call the office or email [email protected].

Did you know Trinity has a Prayer Shawl ministry?

The person making the shawl begins each shawl with prayers and blessings for the

recipients, and intentions are continued through completion of the shawl. If you know of

someone who would like a prayer shawl, or if you would like to knit or crochet prayer

shawls, please email [email protected], or call the office at 651-674-7047.

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Trinity hosts the Path Program May 5-19. Please sign up in the Narthex if you can help out!

New Pathways Path to Home Volunteer Training Thursday, June 6 from 6-8 pm at Cambridge

Lutheran Church. This training is designed to provide a great foundation for volunteers. Register by

Tuesday, June 3 by calling Mary at 763-691-0121 Ext 7. or online at

http://newpathwaysmn.com/volunteer-workshop/

Troutlily Fest is the biggest yearly New Pathways, Inc ( Path to Home) fundraiser with live music,

games, silent auction, raffles in a historic barn venue. A $50 ticket includes dinner and a door prize

ticket. The event is held on May 23rd from 6-9 pm at the Erickson Farmstead, 1376 261st Ave NE,

Isanti. To purchase tickets or to explore sponsorship possibilities call 763-691-0121 ext 7 or visit

newpathwaysmn.com/trout-lily-fest.

Do you have extra plastic grocery bags? We have a group that will put them to good use by

turning them into sleeping mats for the homeless. We have found that the thinner bags

(Wal Mart, County Market type bags) are best for this project. Thicker bags (Target type

bags) don’t work for crocheting. Drop off any extras in the church office! To help out, join

them from 1-3pm on Tuesday, May 21 in our Genesis Room. No experience necessary!

On behalf of the students here at Sunrise, I would like to thank your church community for the Blessing Bags you sent over for students. So many wonderful and needed items for children facing unexpected transitions or change. Thank you for the generous donation of items. They will be put to good use. Jennifer at Sunrise Elementary

I wanted to thank you on behalf of A Place For You Homeless Shelter in Pine City for the use of space for our board meeting and Open House. It was nice to hold a meeting in the area we serve, and to meet some of your members. A Place For You

REFRESH...AGAIN!!! :)

The six women who were blessed to make the journey to the Refresh retreat

in Wisconsin this March would like to keep the spirit of that weekend going.

It was a weekend filled with God’s love for us, our encouragement of each

other, and lots of fun and laughter. In the spirit of that weekend, we’ve

decided to create events (hopefully monthly!) called “Refresh Again.” Our

hope is for this to be a multigenerational meetup of the ladies of Trinity

where we can grow closer to each other and closer to God. The events will

feature some type of devotional activity, as well as an activity that will allow us to laugh, have fun, and get to know one

another better.

Our first “Refresh Again” event will be held on Monday, May 13, at 6:30 pm in the Genesis room. The ladies that

attended the retreat will be sharing a little bit about what they took away from the event, as well as sharing an activity

that was meaningful from the retreat. Snacks will be provided. This first event will be a chance to get to know each other

and visit. Come when you can, leave when you must! If you have questions, you can email Sarah Krosschell at

[email protected]

A New Member Brunch and Installation will be held in June. Please contact Pastor Jon or Julie at 651-674-7047 or [email protected] with questions or to become a member of the Trinity family!

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38460 Lincoln Trail

PO Box 447

North Branch, MN 55056

Roger Anderson & David Nelson

Custodial & Cemetery Staff

Todd Fisk, Church Treasurer

Office Help: Judy Weiss 674-2710

Sharon Fairbanks 674-7311

Missionaries: Dr. Stephen Swanson family – Tanzania

Our Sister Congregation in Tanzania—Pawaga

Church Office: 651-674-7047 Church Fax: 651-674-7048

Church Office Hours: Monday—Thursday 8 am—3 pm

Sunday Worship: 8:00 a.m & 10:00 am through May 19

9:00 a.m. May 26 through September 1

Church email: [email protected]

Church website: www.trinitynorthbranch.org

Pastor Jon Yurk Cell: 612-231-2111 [email protected] ext. 12 Sue Danielzuk, Church Administrator [email protected] ext. 37 Mary Johnson, Director of Youth & Family Ministries [email protected] ext. 13 Sarah Krosschell, Sunday School Coordinator [email protected] Deb Aulich, Director of Worship and Arts [email protected] ext. 14 Julie Morgan, Church Office Manager [email protected] ext. 10 Cheryl Immel: Financial Recorder

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Tyler Olson: Sr. Choir Director

[email protected] ext. 15

Outreach Committee: [email protected]

Partners in Ministry: The People of Trinity

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