Today at a Glance: Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016

8 a.m. Traditional Worship

9:30 a.m. 252-Sunday School Experience—Mini Gym

9:30 a.m. Book of Acts—Meeting Room 4/5

9:30 a.m. Vanishing Grace—Church Lounge

9:30 a.m. The Life of Jesus—Chapel

9:30 a.m. Middle School Sunday Morning Scripture—Youth Lounge

11 a.m. Contemporary Worship

7 p.m. Lifetree Café — Gumbos in Mount Clemens

>What’s Happening at Trinity

EASTER BASKETS—On March 18, we will be handing out Easter Food Baskets to families in need; and once again, we are relying on the generosity of Trinity members to make this a success. A list of items needed can be found at the Welcome Center. If you would like to receive a basket, please contact the church office at (586) 463-2921 x 143 by March 15. Thank you in advance for your willingness to support this important outreach. Any questions, please contact Cynthia Chilcutt. WEDNESDAY LENT SERVICES—During Lent, we will hold mid-week services on Wednesdays at noon in the chapel and 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. Join us as we turn our focus and preparation toward Easter and the celebration of our risen Lord. LENT DEVOTIONS—Are you receiving our Lent audio devotions? If you signed up, make sure you check your junk/spam/clutter folder to make sure they are not being sent there. If you want to catch up, the first week of Lent audio devotions are available on our website—trinityct.org/lent. We will continue offering daily audio podcasts that you can listen to on the computer or mobile device as you drive to work, eat dinner or meditate in your own way. The short devotions are emailed to our members every day. To be sure we have your correct email address and to get on the list, contact the church office at 586-463-2921 or email rshuell@trinityct.org.

BIBLE STUDIES AND SMALL GROUP CLASSES—Don’t forget to look inside the Announcer for a list of all on-going and up-coming Bible studies and group classes.

This Week at Trinity Feb. 22-27, 2016 For a complete list of events at Trinity, visit trinityct.org and click Today at Trinity

Monday (22) 1 p.m. Alanon—Church Lounge

5 p.m. Lifeline CRP Training—Meeting Rooms 4/5

6:15 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal—Church

7 p.m. The Family of Jesus—Chapel

7 p.m. Stephen Ministry Training Class—Meeting Room 4/5

7 P.M. Stephen Ministry Continuing Ed—Community Center

Tuesday (23) 9:30 a.m. Living Your Strengths—Meeting Room 3

9:30 a.m. How to Be a Christian Without Being Religious– Rooms 4-5

9:30 a.m. Leaving Guilt Behind–Meeting Room 1

Noon Fellowship with Seniors—Community Center

1:15 p.m. Tai Chi—Mini Gym

6 p.m. Upward Basketball and Cheer Practice—Gym

7 p.m. Mission Council—Meeting Room 4/5

7 p.m. MOMSNext—Church Lounge

7 p.m. Let Your Life Speak—Meeting Room 3

Wednesday (24) 6 a.m. Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge

9 a.m. MOPS Connection Cafe—Church Lounge

Noon Kiwanis—Community Center

6 p.m. Upward Basketball and Cheer Practice—Gym

7 p.m. Fifth-Grade Communion—Youth Lounge

7 p.m. AA—Community Center

8 p.m. High School Basketball Practice - Gym

Thursday (25) 12:30 p.m. Hearing Loss Support Group—Church Lounge

6 p.m. Upward Basketball and Cheer Practice—Gym

6 p.m. Compassion Pregnancy MOPS—Community Center

7 p.m. Voices in Praise Rehearsal—Choir Room

7 p.m. Trinity Purls Knitting—Church Lounge

Friday (26) 7 p.m. NA—Community Center

Saturday (27) 9 a.m. Upward Game Day—Gym

5 p.m. Worship

Trinity Christian Counseling is available to help everyone at any stage of life, who might be dealing with challenges such as anxiety and depression to martial issues and life changes that cause stress. Call 586-468-0401 or email counseling@trinityct.org to make an appointment with our state-licensed and nationally-certified counselors David Brown and Kristin Hardy.

PRAYER LIST Members Who Are Ill/Recovering Richard Briggs, Helen Luft, Sue Obertyniuk, Kris Pauli, Heather Shack, Bob Knopf, Mike Stockmeyer, Dexter Sieger, Matthew Price, Anne Peters, Diane Prior, Jim Justus, Leonard Bertrand, Roy Jackson, Jane Boeling, Karen Alwardt, Evelyn Schoof, Louise Riley, Colleen Thompson, Eileen Newman, Keith Ringstad, Leon Brank, Lisa Peace Others Who Are Ill/Recovering Colleen Caster, Lani Nolan, Elaine Carr, Margie McConnell, Daniel Morris, Kim Spencer, John Cook, Danielle Fout, Jan Rex, Kathy Starnes, Christopher Martens, Carol Terrell, Elaine and Linda Allen, Jacob Risney, Melanie Hempel, Frank Canale, Paul LaCroix, Kathy Stuart, David Fischer, Steve Marsh, Sam Kell, Cheryl and Dan Livingston, Judy Reed, Keith Engler, Lorraine Colosanti, Jeannette Eschenbrenner, Marion Andrzejewski, Brian Gothard, Alan Sattalere, Derek Obertyniuk, Tim McGrath, Elizabeth Zeidler, Ronald Trombley, Sandra and Jerry Fleming, Nathan and Elenore L., Steven Impullitti, Ed Bozich, Rick Adams, Morgan Harmon, Jeff Suitt, John Kutz, Kathy Czischke, Dorothy Chauvin, Chuck Baker, Peter Doering Births: Claire Annelise Adams, daughter of Tom and Anne Peters Special Prayers: † For all of our Next Generation ministries

† For those who serve, defend, and protect us (Military/Police/Fire, etc)

† For those who work in full time Christian ministry Those Serving in the Armed Forces Eric Arthur, Art Baker, Daniel Bergstresser, Jeremy Bridgeman, Louis Cage, Madeline Casey, Shelby Clippard, Joe Cognitore, Mike Cuneo, Chad Czischke, Richard Dembowski, Jorge Dimmer, Don Ehrke, Melissa Flood, Isaac Gibson, Matthew Hudson, Joseph Jedenasty, Michael Kayser, Alec Kohler, Kory Kramer, Garret LaBudde, Thomas LeClair, Ethan LeClair, Senior Chief Jason Lipka, Christopher F. MacArthur, David A. MacArthur, Sally Maize, Anthony Marsack, Mario Marval, Robert McDonald, M. Scott McCormick, Rodrigo Mendoza, Gary Mifsud, Matthew Moeser, Michael Niemczyk, Renae Niemczyk, Derek Olivares, Graham Puranen, John Renard, Zachary Rice, Michael Rich, Tyler Rakowski, Sean Schess, Troy Sears, Joshua Schumaker, Christopher Stanifer, Randy Tirsell, Kelly Wade,Thomas Woloszyk, Jacob Yore

Civilians Supporting Military - Paula Smith

>ENGAGE GOD LENT SERMON SERIES Veiled Victories: “Lent is not merely a journey to the cross but a journey to an empty tomb and to God’s victory.” During the weekends in Lent we will examine a variety of accounts in which Jesus is a “victor” over someone, or something. All of this, however, points us ahead to the great and final victory of Christ on Easter morning. ATTENTION PARENTS OF 5TH GRADERS—[or 6th, 7th & 8th] - our spiritual lives are often equated with a journey. Along the way, there are stepping stones that function as an anchor in a maddening sea of change. One of these faith stepping stones is Holy Communion. Parents and students are invited to the spring session of the Holy Communion Faith Stepping Stone. This four-week class begins Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Questions - Contact PB at pastorbrian@trinityct.org. EASTER PLANTS-On Feb. 27/28, we will begin selling flowers to decorate the church for Easter. The final sale date will be March 6. Be sure to look for our table in the church lobby. DO YOU HAVE SMALL CHILDREN? The church nursery is open and staffed at all church services by licenses professionals for children age three and under. For more information, contact Jeremy Ashley at jashley@trinityct.org. SUNDAY BIBLE STUDIES Bible Studies and Sunday School meet today at 9:30 a.m. PASTORS’ BIBLE STUDY - The Life of Jesus – From the Gospel of Mark. Pastor Gary and Pastor Ken will be your tour guides. Location: Chapel

THE BOOK OF ACTS - Please join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Acts and see God's power at work in the founding of the church and spread of the Good News. Location Rooms 4-5, Leader: Kathy Bell. All are welcome. NEW SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY – “Vanishing Grace – Whatever happened to the Good News?” This 5-session video series is based on the book by Philip Yancey. Explore what kind of news is good to a culture that thinks it has rejected the Christian version. Come discover effective ways to share God's grace with others in a jaded society that is often hostile to the church. Starts Sunday, Feb. 21at 9:30 a.m. Leader: David Brown. Location: Church Lounge MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES NEW MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - “Elijah – Living Securely in an Insecure World.” Every day the news reinforces that we live in an insecure world. Elijah's times were no safer. He faced famine, murder and corruption - with both courage and fear. This series helps us look beyond the world's insecurity to our sovereign God who reigns forever. Starts Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6-7 a.m. Location: Church Lounge (Study guide, coffee and pastries provided) NEW LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Beginning Monday, Feb. 29 join us for 7“The Friends of Jesus” by Karen Kingsbury. We will be studying the relationship between Jesus and 6 of His friends –Simon the Leper, Martha, Jarius, Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John. And how these can improve our own relationship with Jesus. This Bible study meets Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Chapel. Questions? Contact Bonnie Young at 586-350-3222 or bonnie@youngsplace.org WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “How to Be a Christian Without Being Religious” True Christianity is not a religion but a relationship. It’s not about us reaching up; it’s all about God reaching down to us. This is a Bible study based on the Book of Romans. Continues on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Leader: Lila Tirsell. Location: Rooms 4-5. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “Leaving Guilt Behind” Are you troubled by a nagging sense of guilt? Are you struggling with accepting and appropriating God’s gift of forgiveness through Jesus Christ? This new Bible study meets on Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Leader: Linda Gawinski. Location: Room 1. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “THE FAMILY OF JESUS” This title, written by Karen Kingsbury, brings biblical characters to life: Joseph-The Protective Father; Zechariah-The Knowing Uncle; John the Baptist-The Chosen Cousin; Elizabeth-The Faithful Aunt; James-The Doubting Brother and Mary-The Loving Mother. Resumes Monday, 7 p.m. Location: Chapel. Leader: Bonnie Young. LIVING YOUR STRENGTHS is an opportunity to uncover and celebrate who God designed you to be. Your talents play out in all your relationships and all you do! do! Our next class is being offered on Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm, April 14 – May 26. Watch for more info soon. For info, contact Sue at svonfange@trinityct.org or 586-463-2921 x103. Following is 1 of 34 themes of talent and how it’s designed to bless: THE BLESSING OF THE ACTIVATOR TALENT is that you begin with the concept of action. You know how to make things happen. You are creative and very innovative. You have a tremendous amount of energy and motivation when it comes to turning an idea into action, programs, or services. How do you use your Activator talent in service of God and others?

>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE FELLOWSHIP WITH SENIORS will meet on Feb. 23 at noon, in the Community Center. Bring your own lunch and dessert, tea and coffee will be available. Euchre and 10,000 will be played for those who are interested. Please join us.

STEPHEN MINISTRY Do you ever talk to someone but feel as though they just aren’t listening? Our Stephen Ministers are trained to listen. They will hear what you share and provide loving, non-judgmental support and you work through personal challenges or difficult life situation. For more information, call the church office at 586-463-2921.

>ENGAGE THE WORLD GROUNDWORK GUATEMALA COLLECTING RECYCLING—Trinity’s Groundwork Guatemala mission team is collecting returnable cans and bottles to purchase supplies for the trip this summer. Cans and bottles will be collected once a month on the below listed dates. Just bag them up and team members will collect them from your car along the sidewalk between the church and the Community Center before and after services. If you prefer to do your own returns, we will accept your proceeds or the returnable slips to be redeemed. A list of needs is available on the bulletin board in the church foyer. We always welcome your prayers. If you have any questions, contact Sally Buss at sbuss@trinityct.org. Collection Dates are as follows:

Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 20 and 21 Saturday and Sunday, March 19 and 20

Saturday and Sunday, April 16 and 17 Saturday and Sunday, May 14 and 15

Saturday and Sunday, June 4 and 5 MOPS CROP—The 10th Annual MOPS Crop fundraiser will be held Saturday, March 12. We offer generous space, continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, snacks and beverages. We have vendors (scrapbook and non), raffles, silent auctions, and door prizes. This is not just for scrapbookers! Crafters and non-crafters can come and enjoy the day! Visit trinityct.org/mopscrop or email Trinitymopsct@gmail.com for registration form or more information.

STOCK THE SHELVES—On the first Saturday/Sunday of each month, the Food Pantry volunteers will be collecting donations outside the church entrances. The food pantry needs shampoo, dish soap, laundry soap, deodorant, soap, boxed potatoes, pancake mix, syrup and canned fruit. Donations can also be left in the hallway near the nursery or the Church Office.

FAMILY OF GOD will hold a GRAND OPENING of the new facility on Central and Whittaker. Join other supporting churches and the facilities new neighbors on Feb. 21 from 2-4 p.m. to get to know each other and celebrate the completion of the move. There will be good and music. The new facility is located at 7354 Whittaker, Detroit, 48209. The building dedication will be held March 6 at the regular worship hour of 3 p.m.

YOUR WARMTH IS AMAZING- The response to the collection of warm items for Family of God in SW Detroit was encouraging. A total of 828 pairs of socks, hats, gloves and mittens will help many in that congregation and neighborhood. Thanks to Trinity School students, Early Childhood Center families and Trinity members who responded to help the homeless and others served by our Impact Missions partner, Family of God.

A WARM WELCOME HOME—Thanks to Trinity Veterans and Friends and many others, Quentin Thomas, will have a much easier time moving into his renovated Macomb Habitat home in Warren. He is a service disabled Navy Vet who will now have furniture, household goods, kitchenware donated or purchased with gifts made at our Coffee Hour and elsewhere. Youth at St. John Vianney Catholic stocked the pantry with non-perishables. A home renovated in part by Trinity volunteers, and a new foundation for Quentin and his family for the future. A project prompted by a Thrivent Action Team grant.

LIFETREE CAFÉ is well designed to be a comfortable God space for you to bring a friend who might be

interested in or blessed by a given topic. Sundays, 7-8 pm at Gumbo’s, 53 N. Walnut St., Mt. Clemens.

February 21-Loving Those With Cancer February 28 - The Things We Love

INTERESTED IN QUILTING?—The Trinity Quilters for Lutheran World Relief meet the third Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Center. Upcoming meetings include March 15, April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, and Nov. 15. Bring a brown bag lunch.

>SCHOOL AND EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER REENROLLMENT TIME IS HERE! Your re-enrollment packet were sent home this week. All returning families MUST reenroll before Feb. 29 to guarantee a spot for next year! We have had many inquiries from families desiring to come to Trinity next year at all grade levels. Please do NOT delay in returning your re-enrollment form and fee once you receive your packet! BOOK FAIR EVENT—Sunday, Feb. 28 will be the opening day of our school book fair. Shop from 10:30

a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the school lobby . Come check out the book fair and see all the new books on display. Books make great gifts for children, grandchildren, and people of all ages. Hope to see you there! DINNER DANCE—Want to have some fun? The annual dinner/dance benefitting the 8th grade class trip is Saturday, Feb. 27 from 7-11 p.m. at Sycamore Hills Country Club. Tickets are $45/person and available from any 8th grader or in the school office. Direct questions to Bridget Busuito or Kris Hamick. BOX TOPS & CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS—Save your labels for Trinity School!

>ANNOUNCEMENTS Twenty-second annual Kiwanis/ Boy Scout Troop 157 Pancake Breakfast and Famous Bake Sale, featuring Rosco the Clown will be on Palm Sunday, March 20. Tickets will be available for sale in the lobby, Sunday March 13 after services. $6 for adults and $5 for Children under 12. LHN FASHION SHOW—Lutheran High North invites you to our 18th annual “Signs of Spring” Fashion Show, Made in Detroit on Thursday, March 17 at The Palazzo Grande, 54660 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township. Lobby entertainment at 5:30 pm. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner served at 7 p.m. Professional models will be show off the latest spring fashions by famous designers, with spring formal and casual wear modeled by our own LHN junior and senior students. Mystery Draw, Door prizes, Silent auction, Live auction, and an Entertaining runway fashion show. Lucido Fine Jewelry has donated an 18K Rose Gold Necklace valued at $1,400 for the Diamond Draw Grand Prize. Tickets are $70 each or $75 after February 26, 2016. To reserve tickets, please email: Lhn.fashion.show@gmail.com with “Ticket Reservation” in the subject line or call Lutheran High School North at 586-781-9151 to reserve your spot today! THRIVENT MEMBERS- Designate your Thrivent Choice Dollars to Trinity Lutheran Church, School and ECC before March 31. There are two options for directing Choice Dollars. Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say "Thrivent Choice" at the prompt. Please take a few minutes and designate Trinity. Every little bit helps. In 2015 Thrivent Choice brought in $16,224 to help our Ministries. BULLETIN HELP—We are looking for someone to give us a few hours a week (on Thursdays once or twice a month) to help out with printing the bulletins. We usually start printing around 11 a.m. (roughly). For more information, contact Robin Shuell at 586-463-2921 x143 or rshuell@trinityct.org. WOMEN’ S CONFERENCE—A Journey To The Heart" Women's Conference 2016 will be held April 16 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Sterling Inn and Banquet Center. The speaker is Tammy Trent, a gifted and motivational speaker, who will share her story of tragedy, restoration, healing, and hope. Registration brochures are available at the Welcome Center and in the church office. Registration assistance will be

available on Feb. 21 and March 10 in the church foyer after the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services. Call Sue Wise at 586-464-0328 for any questions. SAVE THE DATE! – Dads: Mark Saturday, April 23 for the Trinity Daddy-Daughter Dance. More details to come on this fun and memorable evening.