January 4, 2023
Here’s what’s happening this week at Trinity!
Worship
This Saturday we celebrate the Epiphany of our Lord.
Star-Cards will be blessed, so bring it to worship. Only on Saturday at 5:30pm,
Lectionary readings: Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12
This Sunday we celebrate the Baptism of our Lord.
Sunday at 8:30am & 11:00am
Lectionary readings: Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 10:34-43, Matthew 3:13-17
Large Print Bulletins are available upon request.
Council Elections - Congregational Election for new church council members will be held after worship on January 7th and 8th at all services. Nominees are as follows:
Deacons: Charlie Ryan, Sue Phelan
Elders: Linda Kay, Delanie Cole
Trustees: Bill Evers, Adam Schur
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is January 18-25th. Trinity will participate in a special prayer service at St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish, January 19 at 7pm.
Christian Education:
No Confirmation Class tonight Wednesday, January 4th, but will resume again next week. We are excited to see you all again soon.
Sunday School resumes this Sunday, January 8th
January Book Study with Jobey Hendel-How people of faith manage pain and suffering- Based on the book "Crazy Holy Grace" by Fred Beuchner. A free-will offering basket will be put out the first day of class. The study guides are $12.00 a piece. Discussion dates are January 8, 15, & 22, 2023 from 9:45-10:45.
Trinity is looking for Acolytes - Trinity is looking to train acolytes to assist in services. Children interested should be the age of 10 or older. A short training will be provided. Parents of children interested should contact Adam Schur at 219-395-6690
Saturday Drawing Class – Held at Pilgrim Faith Church for children grades 4-8. Classes begin January 14. To enroll call 708-912-3108.
Sharing – Food - Faith – Fun
Save the Date!!! - Spaghetti Dinner –March 18th, 2023
Reptile Fest – Join us Sunday, January 29th to see “World of Reptiles” by Dave Dinaso. Lunch served at noon : hot dogs, sloppy joes and chips.
Adults/teens (13 +) are $8, Kids 12-3 are $5, under 3 are free. Tickets can be purchased by:
~Texting “reptile” to 708-627-9300
*Click One-time *Fund – Reptile Fest *Sub Fund Adult/Teen *fill in total amount for tickets *to add children, click “add donation” *repeat steps above for children’s tickets*click submit *pay
~Or at Trinity Office Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 9am – 2pm
Any questions, e-mail bethkelly4612@gmail.com
Spiritual Care:
Visitation - If you would like a home visit, if you would like prayer, or if you have experienced a change in your wellness, please contact the office. We are happy to serve you!
Prayer Requests – Please contact the office with any prayer requests you would like to share.
Trinity Lutheran Church
Teaching the Love of Christ
Saturdays at 5:30 pm / Sundays at 8:30 & 11:00am
9701 Brandt Ave, Oak Lawn IL 60453
(708) 422-0193
trinityol.org
