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Early Childhood Center and their ministries go to www.trinityct.org.

38900 Harper Avenue, Clinton Township, Michigan 48036 586-463-2921 www.trinityct.org

. . . making fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ

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

6 p.m. Macomb County Quilt Guild—Community Center

6:15 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal—Church

6:30 p.m. Upward Practice—Gym

7 p.m. The Family of Jesus—Chapel

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

Tuesday (2) 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

1:15 p.m. Tai Chi—Mini Gym

6:30 p.m. Upward Practice—Gym

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

Wednesday (3) 6 a.m. Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge

9 a.m. MOPS General Meeting—Church Lounge

Noon Kiwanis—Community Center

6:30 p.m. Upward Practice—Gym

7 p.m. AA—Community Center

8 p.m. High School Basketball Practice - Gym

Thursday (4) 6:30 p.m. Upward Practice—Gym

7 p.m. Confirmation Module—Faith Mapping—Youth Lounge

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

7 p.m. Trinity Purls Knitting—Church Lounge

Friday (5) 7 p.m. NA—Community Center

Saturday (6) 9 a.m. Upward Basketball Game Day—Gym

10 a.m. Confirmation Module—New Testament—Youth lounge

>SCHOOL AND EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER REENROLLMENT TIME IS ALMOST HERE! Your re-enrollment packet will be sent home this week. All returning families MUST reenroll between Feb. 1 and Feb. 29 to guarantee their spot in the school 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 re-enrollment fee once you receive your packet! 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 per person and are available from any 8th grader or in the school office. Direct questions to Bridget Busuito or Kris Hamick. CEF IPAD MINI CONTEST--Win an iPad Mini just for contributing to your Church Extension Fund. Children who contribute $25 to their Church Extension Fund ac-count will be entered to win an iPad Mini. Students earn one entry for every $25 contributed. The contest is open to all school-age children and applies to new and existing accounts. The contest ends March 31. Winners will be announced in April. SPONSORING A STUDENT—There are many families who have needed extra fi-nancial help to make attending Trinity affordable. Trinity has the Hardt-Rathe Tui-tion Assistance Fund that provides aide. If you would like to contribute or sponsor a student, contact Julian Petzold at 586-468-8511 x131 or jpetzold@trinityct.org. BOX TOPS & CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS—Save your labels for Trinity School! HELP WANTED—Music Teacher for Fabulous Preschoolers! Trinity Lutheran Church Early Childhood Center is seeking a part time Music Teacher for our 3 and 4 Year old Preschool classrooms. Responsibilities include planning and implementing hands on music experiences in 7 separate preschool classrooms each week. The hours are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-1 p.m. A degree in Music Edu-cation is required. For more information, contact Karen Pitters at 586-463-8803 or kpitters@trinityct.org.

>ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFICE HELP NEEDED—The Church has an opening for a part time office assis-tant. This is an entry level position working approximately 20 hours per week. Du-ties include data entry, phones, filing and other general office duties. Confidentiali-ty and cheerfulness required. Please email Rick Wyatt at rwyatt@trinity.org or call the church office. 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) to run the copies. For more information, contact Robin Shuell at 586-463-2921 x143 or rshuell@trinityct.org. WOMEN’ S SHOW VENDOR OPPORTUNITY—LIFT, Ladies in Faith Together, along with other Lutheran churches in the area, are hosting a women’s conference and luncheon on Saturday, April 16 at the Sterling Banquet and Conference Cen-ter at Van Dyke and 15 Mile Road. Tammy Trent will be the featured speaker. There are opportunities for vendors to rent tables for this event. The cost is $30 for an eight-foot table. Only one vendor per kind (Tupperware, Avon, etc.) will be al-lowed and cash and carry items or items that can be ordered are most successful. Table space is limited. Contact Noreen Mullen at noreenmullen@comcast.net or 586-781-5129 to request an application.

This Week at Trinity Feb. 1-6, 2016 For a complete list of events at Trinity, visit trinityct.org and click Today at Trinity

PRAYER LIST Members Who Are Ill/Recovering Richard Briggs, Helen Luft, Sue Obertyniuk, Kris Pauli, Heather Shack, Bob Knopf, Mike Stockmey-er, Dexter Sieger, Matthew Price, Anne Peters, Diane Prior, Jim Justus, Leonard Bertrand, Roy Jackson, Daryl Rix, Jane Boeling, Shirley Kalke, Karen Alwardt, Evelyn Schoof, Judy Baarck, Louise Riley, Dorothy Chauvin Others Who Are Ill/Recovering Colleen Caster, Lani Nolan, Elaine Carr, Margie McConnell, Daniel Morris, Kim Spencer, Betty Orrell, John Cook, Danielle Fout, Jan Rex, Kathy Starnes, Christopher Martens, Joe Dobrich, Carol Terrell, Elaine and Linda Allen, Jacob Risney, Melanie Hempel, Frank Canale, Paul LaCroix, Kathy Stuart, David Fischer, Steve Marsh, Lori Kohlmann, Sam Kell, Cheryl and Dan Livingston, Judy Reed, Keith Engler, Lorraine Colosanti, Jeannette Eschenbrenner, Marion Andrzejewski, Bri-an Gothard, Alan Sattalere, Derek Obertyniuk, Tim McGrath, Elizabeth Zeidler, Ronald Trom-bley, Sandra and Jerry Fleming, Nathan and Elenore L., Steven Impullitti, Ed Bozich, Rick Adams, Morgan Harmon, Jeff Suitt, John Kutz Special Prayers:

† In thanksgiving for our church family and for their gifts and talents

† For the Holy Christian Church & for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod

† For those who don’t know Jesus as their Savior In Memoriam: Robert Voiers 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, Joseph Pomaville, 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 For a complete list of those serving our country in the Armed Forces visit the Church Office.

Today at a Glance: Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016

>What’s Happening at Trinity

ASH WEDNESDAY—Lent begins on Feb. 10 with Ash Wednesday. We will hold services at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join us as we turn our focus and preparation to-ward Easter and the celebration of our risen Lord. LENT STUDY—Throughout Lent, we will be 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 will be emailed to our members every day and will also be available online and via a link on our social media channels. To be sure we have your correct email address, be sure to contact the church office at 586-463-2921 or email rshuell@trinityct.org as soon as possible. OPEN HOUSE IS COMING—Sunday, Feb. 7 from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. is our Open House for any perspective families. If you know of a family interested in a quality Christian education for next school year, make them aware of the Open House so they can get information, a tour, and meet with teachers and staff. PANCAKE BREAKFAST—The 8th Grade will be holding their annual Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale on Sunday, Feb.7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ages 5 to adult—$7, Ages 4 and under— $3. Proceeds from the Pancake Breakfast will go towards the 8th grade class trip to New York. Tickets will be on sale in the church foyer on Today and next week.

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. As for Me and My House—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 — Gumbo’s, 53 N. Walnut St., Mt. Clemens

>ENGAGE GOD SERMON SERIES: First Things First. . .As we begin a new year many people are examining their lives, making resolu-tions, and re-thinking their priorities. Jesus once said, “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” (John 10) If we’re seeking the “full life” that Jesus spoke about then we need to put “first things first.” In this series we’re going to talk about “what” the “first thing” is, “why” it matters and “how” we get there. 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 in February on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Questions - Contact PB at pastorbrian@trinityct.org. 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. FOR COUPLES – “As For Me and My House: Crafting Your Marriage to Last” Discover the role of forgiveness and God's grace and power for husbands and wives. Meets at 9:30 a.m. Leader: David Brown. Location: Church Lounge. (book donation $10). 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 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. NEW WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “Leaving Guilt Behind” Are you troubled by a nag-ging sense of guilt? Are you struggling with accepting and appropriating God’s gift of forgiveness through Jesus Christ? This new Bible study starts Tuesday, Jan. 26, 9:30 a.m. Leader: Linda Gawinski. Location: Room 1. NEW MEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “A MAN AND HIS STORY” – This video series provides men with a biblical perspective of their “story.” It equips guys to embrace how their

past has affected their present and prepares them for the future may. Continues Wednesday, 6–7 a.m. $15 book donation. Location: Church Lounge. NEW 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! Sessions run throughout the year. 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 STRATEGIC TALENT involves the way you think and gen-erate alternatives. When faced with a problem or dilemma you can quickly gen-erate multiple alternatives to circumvent obstacles that prevent your progress. Sometimes you think in a backwards manner by first visualizing the outcome you want to produce and then generating multiple alternative paths to get to that ob-jective. The blessing of your Strategic talent is that you can quickly sort through the various alternative paths and determine the one that will work best and most efficiently. How do you use your Strategic talent in service of God and others?

>ENGAGE GOD’S PEOPLE WOMEN’S LEAGUE will meet Monday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. in the Community Cen-ter. We will meet on Monday night due to Lent. Trinity Member, Adele Hartop will be our guest speaker discussing the importance of having a medical advo-cate. Don't forget to bring a dish to pass for Potluck (only if you signed up!), Mite Box Collection and $25 for Woman of the Year Banquet. All are welcome!

THINKING ABOUT MARRIAGE? Already engaged? Here's a way to explore and talk through key relationship issues like: communication, conflict resolution, fi-nances, spirituality, sexuality, personality, and much more. Couples take the online, customized, "Prepare-Enrich" relationship inventory. The course is de-signed around five group sessions and includes feedback, private couple discus-sion time and brief presentations. Starts Sunday, Feb. 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 per couple (advance registration required) Leader: David Brown, Licensed Professional Counselor 586-463-2921, ext. 108 dbrown@trinityct.org. TRINITY CHRISTIAN COUNSELING - is available to everyone at any stage of life, who might be dealing with challenges such as anxiety, depression, marital issues and life changes that cause stress. Call 586-468-0401 or email counsel-ing@trinityct.org to make an appointment with our state-licensed and nationally-certified counselors David Brown and Kristin Hardy.

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

>ENGAGE THE WORLD GROUNDWORK GUATEMALA COLLECTING RECYCLING—Trinity’s Ground-work Guatemala mission team is collecting returnable cans and bottles to earn cash to purchase much-needed supplies for the trip this summer. Cans and bot-

tles 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 immediately before and following services on the designated weekends. If you prefer to do your own recycling, we will ac-cept your proceeds or the returnable slips to be redeemed. Beginning this week, a list of needs will be available on the bulletin board in the church foyer. And 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, Jan. 30 and 31 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

GIVE THE GIFT OF WARMTH—Family of God is gathering hats, mittens, scarfs and socks for the homeless. For more information on this Thrivent Action Team effort, contact Dave Tirsell or drop donations in the box labeled “Mittens for the Family” dropbox near the Coffee House area. FOG also invites all interested to help serve with the Trinity group on the second Wednesday of each month or help with cleaning one Saturday per month. Contact Tim LeClair at timo-thy1sg@aol.com or Pam Jones at mspamelaj@yahoo.com or Brian Lanko at 586-350-0444.

WECOME HOME A VET – Macomb Habitat News – Thanks for the good re-sponse last Sunday in support of Quentin Thomas, a disabled Navy vet, raising funds to purchase furniture and home goods for his Macomb Habitat home in Warren. We will continue to seeks funds through Sun., Feb. 7, before the Feb. 13 dedication of that home. Connect with Dave Tirsell with cash or check. Also, check out info at macomb.volunteerhub.com – to join the Habitat Super Bowl Party on Sun., Feb. 7 at Sterling Lanes.

STOCK THE SHELVES—On the first Saturday/Sunday of each month, the Food Pantry volunteers will be collecting donations in baskets outside the church en-trances. 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.

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.

Jan. 24 - Making Peace with Your Past Jan. 31- Why are you so Hard on Yourself

February 7 - The Witch Next Door (Meets in Trinity’s Church Lounge) February 14-Conquering Conflict

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. In 2016, the group will meet Feb. 16, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and the December meet is TBD. The meetings start at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Cen-ter. Bring a brown bag lunch.