January 4-5, 2025
January 4-5, 2025
WE WORSHIP TOGETHER
Worship Times: Saturday at 5:30pm and Sunday at 10:30am
This Weekend’s Readings: Wisdom of Sirach 24:1-12, Psalm 147, Ephesians 1:3-14, Luke 2:41-52
This Weekend: “Boy in the Temple” ~ FAMILY BLESSINGS ~ SCHOLARSHIP SUNDAY Join us for worship… Can you imagine a 12-year old gone missing for 3 days? That is every parent's nightmare. In our Gospel today, Mary and Joseph are frantically looking for their son, Jesus, in the crowd which was probably his family and neighbors who they knew. When they found him in the Temple, fully engaged in conversations with teachers, listening and asking them questions. It's almost like a scene in a movie when the characters suddenly get a glimpse of something that will later unlock the mystery surrounding everything. Scripture reveals to us that Jesus is the savior of the world. As we continue to study Scripture and follow the life of Jesus, we will see over and over that he is the savior of all and catch a glimpse of the mystery of God.
Saturday 1/4| 5:30pm
Presiding: Pastor Charisse
Reader: Jerry Janecek
Comm Asst: Pat Janecek
Musician: Cindy Maynard
Sunday 1/5 | 10:30am
Presiding: Pastor Charisse
Misc. Roles: Scholarship Recipients
Musician: Candace Peters
Acolyte: Bryce Cole, Olivia Herrera
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Classes resume this weekend…we can’t wait to see you!
Youth and Sunday School – Classes are held from 9:30-10:15am.
Confirmation Class – Meet on Sundays at 9:30am.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Saturday January 4th 12:00pm Jean Schuberth Memorial Service
Sunday, January 5th 10:30am College Scholarship Sunday
Sunday, January 5th 9:30am Christian Education Hour Resumes
Tuesday, January 7th 6:00pm Christian Fellowship Committee Meeting
Tuesday, January 7th 7:00pm Women of the Church Meeting
JEAN SCHUBERTH MEMORIAL- Jean Schuberth’s memorial service is this Saturday, January 4th. Visitation begins at 11:00am until the service at 12:00pm.
FAMILY BLESSINGS – This weekend (January 4th & 5th) at both services, ALL families (no matter the size- big or small) are invited to join us for a special blessing during the service.
OFFICE HOURS **
Mon- 8am-2pm | Tues- CLOSED | Wed-12pm-4pm | Thurs-8-12pm | Fri-CLOSED It is recommended to call ahead before stopping by.
NEED TO KNOW
2024 ANNUAL REPORTS DUE – Just a reminder if you received an email from Jan E. regarding an annual report…they are due TODAY! Thank you to all who have already submitted theirs. If you haven’t yet, please do so ASAP! Thank you!!
DIVINE DOLLARS - There are still limited cards on hand for immediate purchase this weekend. Starting January 1st, we will only be ordering cards on the 15th of each month. Stop by the gathering desk for more information or call Lynn Jareczek (708-826-0055)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATION
BUS FUND: Women of the Church
CHRISTIAN ED FUND: Kurt Staehlin
DREAM FUND: Helga Brand, Norlin
SCHOLARHSHIP FUND: Women of the Church
VBS: Women of the Church
NEXT WEEK’S WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS 1/11 & 1/12
Saturday 1/11 5:30pm
Leader:
Reader:
Sunday 1/12 10:30am
Asst. Leader: Linda Kay
Reader: Judy Goebel
Comm Asst: Judy Goebel, Linda Mizutowich
Usher: Dan Kelly, Jeff Kueltzo
Acolyte: Miles & Bryce
TIME & TALENTS – There are many volunteer opportunities at Trinity Lutheran Church. We'd love to have you join our Volunteer Army! Contact the office or Click the link to pick a date to serve: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B44A8AB22A3FA7-51276092-youth
LOOKING AHEAD…
Tuesday, January 14th 6:30pm Council Meeting
Thursday, January 16th 12:30pm Seniors Luncheon
Sunday, January 19th 10:30am 2025 Council Installation
Tuesday, January 21st 4:00pm Worship Committee Meeting
Tuesday, January 21st 6:30pm Women’s Bible Study
TRINITY SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
This weekend we celebrate Scholarship Sunday.The 10:30 worship service will include many college student volunteers. Many thanks to those who donate to the Scholarship Fund throughout the year that make this possible. Special thanks to Lynn Jarezcek who helps organize this event. May God Bless all of our college students! Here is the list of those receiving scholarships this year:
Danielle Allen, Georgia DeRousse, Lillian DeRousse, Anna Enderle, Emma Enderle, Peyton Enderle, Emma Faucault-Miller, DJ Luckett, Kyan Luckett, Mia Luckett. Elyssa Peters, Jared Peters, Josiah Peters
PRAYER LIST
January 4-5, 2025
Trinity Members
Karen Weaver, Dawn Fish, Joe Thiel, John Kimek, Daniel Garcia, Marce Schultz, Ely Peters, Larry Reich, Jim Gallagher, Frankie Jobb, Randy Skendzel, Linda Jaeger, Karen Weaver
Friends & Family of Trinity Members
Ryan by Barb Fitzpatrick
Pat M. by Linda Peterson
Joe & Kathy Streit by the Bill & Sue Waterstraat
The Family of Manfred Strigun by the Gallagher Family
Sue Borcherding by Kathy Baldea
Marilyn Nowak by Trinity Prayer Team
MaryLynn Schultz by Trinity Prayer Team
Danny by Trinity Prayer Team
Team Alpha International Ministry
Isabel by the Peters Family
The Beldzig Family by the Gallagher Family
David Ketter by the Gallagher Family
Lindy Roth by Linda & Cathy
TRINITY’S PRAYER LIST REMINDER- Please note, names submitted to the Trinity Prayer List will remain on the list for four weeks. After four weeks, the name(s) will be taken off but they can be re-submitted. Please use the pew Connection Cards or email office@trinityol.org for all prayer requests.
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
1/3 Luke Sakal
1/4 Amy Enderle
1/5 Rebecca Garcia
1/5 Sharon Poljak
1/6 Chris Reich
1/6 Hal Sollis
1/6 Jared Peters
1/6 Jerry Hastings
1/7 Julia Lanigan
1/7 Joseph Huscher
1/7 Ryan Baikie
1/10 Mary Green
1/10 Kaden Dangman
1/11 Rebecca Craig
1/12 Jason VanCauwenberge
1/12 Jennifer Buschbach
1/14 Nancy Lodl
1/14 Mia Bernardy
1/15 William Kasick
1/18 Violet Martinez
1/18 Natalie Garcia
1/19 Bob Phelan
1/21 Tim Landgrebe
1/21 Isabelle Smith
1/21 Laura Masters
1/22 Julia Huscher
1/22 Emily Kae Schoening
1/23 Caleb Mobley
1/23 Ninae Bernardy
1/24 Henry Evers
1/25 Elliot Masters
1/26 Benjamin Smith
1/27 Liz Cyze
1/29 Arianna Bedolla
JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES
1/26 Paul & Linda Jaeger
1/29 Ninae & Robert Bernardy
STAFF CONTACTS
Pastor Charisse Jensen Interim Pastor pastor@trinityol.org
Nicole Goodfellow Youth Director youthdirector@trinityol.org
Jan Enderle Office Manager office@trinityol.org
John Weaver Custodian johnweaver9701@trinityol.org
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025!
Lord, grant me peace above all else no matter the circumstances I may face this year. Phillippians 3:6-7
