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November 11, 2018 Lectionary 32 Pentecost 25 Let us all celebrate the

You live out Trinity s mission to live faithfully, love boldly, and serve

As part of this season of celebration, Trinity s stewardship team has set a

Currently, around 50 households give regularly via our online giving options.

throughout the year, and signing up is simple.

credit/debit card: Download the Give Plus giving app from the Apple App Store

Create an account and set Trinity Lutheran Church as your home church.

payment method: giving.trinitylutheranchurch.com.

com) to receive a form to fill out and return, with a voided check, to set up

Thanksgiving Feeding Project A concrete way to celebrate giving!

11. Gift cards and money are especially needed.

1 November 11, 2018 Lectionary 32 Pentecost 25 Let us all celebrate the abundance here at Trinity during this season of thankfulness! You live out Trinity s mission to live faithfully, love boldly, and serve joyfully every day, giving of yourselves in many ways. As part of this season of celebration, Trinity s stewardship team has set a goal to double the number of households giving online. Currently, around 50 households give regularly via our online giving options. Automatic, recurring donations help ensure that Trinity is financially sound throughout the year, and signing up is simple. Three easy options to give automatically from a checking account or credit/debit card: Download the Give Plus giving app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Just search give plus church. Create an account and set Trinity Lutheran Church as your home church. Head to our online giving site on your computer, create profile, and add a payment method: giving.trinitylutheranchurch.com. Contact Josh in the Trinity office (josh@trinitylutheranchurch.com) to receive a form to fill out and return, with a voided check, to set up recurring donations. Thanksgiving Feeding Project A concrete way to celebrate giving! Help feed families in need at Thanksgiving, bring your donations by November 11. Gift cards and money are especially needed. Gift Cards: $25, from Winco or Walmart. Money: to help purchase additional food & gift cards. Food: stuffing mix, potatoes, gravy packets, canned vegetables, evaporated milk, small peanut butter, cans of soup, pasta, canned fruit, etc Trinity Lutheran Church & Schools th St. SW, Lynnwood, WA trinitylutheranchurch.com

News & Announcements Fair Trade Bazaar & Int l Ministry Fair Sun., Nov. 11, 8 AM Noon Start your Christmas shopping early and support artisans worldwide by purchasing their handmade treasures.

Most TLC international ministries will have either goods for sale or informational tables so you can learn more about their exciting progress. TLCW Brown Bag Lunch & Thankoffering Service Wed., Nov.

Thankofferings are given, in many congregations, to support the life-changing ministries of Women of the ELCA; together, we do more than we could ever do apart. Meet at 11:30 AM for a brown bag lunch.

Job Openings at Our Schools Trinity Child Development Center is looking for qualified staff to fill part time and full time vacancies.

childcare@trinitylutheranchurch.com and talk with Nanette Erban. Spread the word! Congregational Potluck Sun., Nov. 11, 11:45 AM No meeting. No agenda. Just a time for food and fellowship!

2 News & Announcements Fair Trade Bazaar & Int l Ministry Fair Sun., Nov. 11, 8 AM Noon Start your Christmas shopping early and support artisans worldwide by purchasing their handmade treasures. We will once again be set up to accept credit and debit cards. Most TLC international ministries will have either goods for sale or informational tables so you can learn more about their exciting progress. TLCW Brown Bag Lunch & Thankoffering Service Wed., Nov. 14, 11:30 AM All are invited to join Trinity Lutheran Church Women (TLCW) for their annual Thankoffering service on Wednesday, November 14 at Noon in the chapel. Thankofferings are given, in many congregations, to support the life-changing ministries of Women of the ELCA; together, we do more than we could ever do apart. Meet at 11:30 AM for a brown bag lunch. Dessert & beverage will be provided by Phoebe Circle. The service will begin at Noon in the chapel. Please join us! Job Openings at Our Schools Trinity Child Development Center is looking for qualified staff to fill part time and full time vacancies. If you, or someone you would recommend is looking for an Early Childhood Education employment opportunity please contact the Child Development Center at or childcare@trinitylutheranchurch.com and talk with Nanette Erban. Spread the word! Congregational Potluck Sun., Nov. 11, 11:45 AM No meeting. No agenda. Just a time for food and fellowship! All are invited. Bring a main dish or salad to share. Presentation by Students, Teachers & Israel/Palestine Peace Ambassadors Sunday, November 11 Hear student experiences of work for Peace from the Desktops. Presentation by students and teachers from Mar Elias Schools in Ibillin, Israel, as well as Israel/ Palestine peace ambassadors. All are welcome. 4 PM Dar Alarqam Mosque. 7 PM Dessert & Trinity. Alison Weir Lecture & Presentation Friday, November 16, 6 9 PM Alison Weir, writer and activist, is the Executive Director of If Americans Knew, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing Americans with information of importance that is misreported or under reported in American media. The theme of her presentation will be Justice for All? What Don t Americans Know (and should know) about Israel-Palestine. Hosted by Community & Middle East Peace Builders. Light fare and drinks provided. All are welcome.

News & Announcements (cont..) End of the Year Landscape Work Party Thurs., Nov. 29, 9 AM Facilities Board invites anyone willing to help out.

property. Coffee and refreshments provided. Bring garden tools, some tools will be provided. TLCW Holly Berry Brunch Sat., Dec.

Saturday morning, December 1 beginning at 11:30 AM.

Maybe you just started coming, or maybe you ve been here for a while.

3 News & Announcements (cont..) End of the Year Landscape Work Party Thurs., Nov. 29, 9 AM Facilities Board invites anyone willing to help out. Pastor Hector will start the work session with a prayer of thanksgiving, after which volunteers can weed and clean up suggested areas of the property. Coffee and refreshments provided. Bring garden tools, some tools will be provided. TLCW Holly Berry Brunch Sat., Dec. 1, 11:30 AM Join Trinity Lutheran Church Women for this year s Holly Berry Brunch, Christmas in Song. Saturday morning, December 1 beginning at 11:30 AM. Food to be catered by 3 Sisters Catering, and entertainment provided by North Sound Jazz Big Band. The Trinity Men will serve the brunch. Hope to see you there! CONNECTING IN MISSION CLASS Sunday, December 9, Noon-1:30 PM Are you looking to get engaged with and learn more about Trinity? Maybe you just started coming, or maybe you ve been here for a while. Regardless, you are invited by Christ in Mark s gospel to go across to the other side and take that leap of faith into the unknown. Join Pastor Hector for this introductory class in which you will explore what it means to be a disciple of Christ and join God s mission of discipleship through the ministries of Trinity. A light lunch will be provided. We will welcome the group into the Trinity community during worship on December 16. With questions, and to express interest, please contact Pastor Hector (PastorHector@trinitylutheranchurch.com).

News & Announcements (cont ) Children & Family Ministries Footprints Sunday School Classes are underway, 9 AM. Check in downstairs. Please contact Jenny Vanderwerff (jbvanderwerff@gmail.

Youth Ringer rehearsals 10:30-11 AM in room 202. Open to all, 3rd grade thru high school.

All ages are welcome if you have ever wanted to serve in this way. Training will be on Sunday, November 18 following the 10:30 AM service.

4 News & Announcements (cont ) Children & Family Ministries Footprints Sunday School Classes are underway, 9 AM. Check in downstairs. Please contact Jenny Vanderwerff (jbvanderwerff@gmail.com) if you can help in any of the classes. Children s Choirs & Youth Ringers on Sundays Children s choirs rehearse at 10 AM following Footprints. Teachers will dismiss children to their choir rooms. Youth Ringer rehearsals 10:30-11 AM in room 202. Open to all, 3rd grade thru high school. Acolyte Training November 18 Anyone in 3rd grade or higher (and can reach the candles) is invited to be an acolyte! Schedules can be to your time of service and availability. All ages are welcome if you have ever wanted to serve in this way. Training will be on Sunday, November 18 following the 10:30 AM service. Christmas Pageant: Singing the Story Calling all children and young adults! The Christmas pageant this year will be Singing the Story. Rehearsal on Sundays: 9 AM, 10 AM. If you would like a speaking part, see Sheri Setzer. Middle & high schoolers are welcome to join in the singing! The Pageant is Sunday, December 16 during the 10:30 AM service. WAY Student Ministries NET (high school, grades 9 12) Next meeting 11/11, 6-8 PM in the multipurpose room. We ll play games with friends from the Mosque and then participate in the Peace from the Desktops presentation. For those interested in joining for dinner at the Mosque, meet at Trinity at 3:45 PM. ZOE (middle school, grades 7 & 8) Next meeting 11/12, 7-8:30 PM. Adult Education/Faith Formation Sundays Through Nov. 18, 9 AM: Jeff Tobin leading a series on How Lutheran Interpret the Bible This class features a weekly video segment followed by class discussion. Dr. Mark Allan Powell a Lutheran pastor and Bible professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary is the video presenter. Topics will include: Where the Bible Comes From, Interpreting the Bible in Context, Determining Right From Wrong and The Many Meanings of the Bible. All are welcome. Wednesdays 9:30 AM: An ongoing study of the upcoming Sunday's readings with Pastor Hector and Jeff Tobin.

News & Announcements (cont ) Trinity Music Trinity Choir Rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7 PM. Sing most Sundays at 10:30 AM. All are welcome!

Benefit Concert Saturday, December 1, 7 PM (benefits Neighbors in Need) Ahn Family Mukilteo Korean Christmas Concert Thurs, December 6, 7:30 PM (benefits Neighbors in Need) Seattle Children s Choir

7:30 PM (nwboys.org) INTRODUCING: Mobile giving app Download the Give Plus Mobile app today for an easy and convenient way to make donations from a checking account or credit/debit card.

5 News & Announcements (cont ) Trinity Music Trinity Choir Rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7 PM. Sing most Sundays at 10:30 AM. All are welcome! Upcoming Concerts & Musical Events Cornell Family & Friends Benefit Concert Sat, Nov 17, 2 PM (benefits Neighbors in Need) Edmonds Symphonic Choir Concert Thursday, November 29, 7:30 PM Puget Brass Benefit Concert Saturday, December 1, 7 PM (benefits Neighbors in Need) Ahn Family Mukilteo Korean Christmas Concert Thurs, December 6, 7:30 PM (benefits Neighbors in Need) Seattle Children s Choir Christmas Concerts Saturday, December 8, 1 PM & 4 PM Providence Classical Christian School Concerts Thursday, December 13, 6 PM & 7:30 PM Northwest BoyChoir Lessons and Carols Saturday, December 15, 7:30 PM (nwboys.org) INTRODUCING: Mobile giving app Download the Give Plus Mobile app today for an easy and convenient way to make donations from a checking account or credit/debit card. Manage your recurring and one-time donations right from your smartphone. Head to the App Store or Google Play and search give plus church. With questions or for assistance, contact Josh@trinitylutheranchurch.com. Online Directory & Resources trinitylutheranchurch.com/resources Worship Schedule Date Location Leader Music Leader Nov. 11 Fairwinds Marilyn Hall EdnaMae Olufson-Smith Nov. 14 Manor Care Marilyn Hall Liz Gimmestad Nov. 18 Fairwinds John Judd Judy Schleusner Nov. 21 Manor Care Rudy Schleusner Liz Gimmestad Daily Bible Readings (link) Sunday, November 11 - Lectionary 32/Pentecost 25: 1 Kings 17:8-16 Psalm 146 Hebrews 9:24-28 Mark 12:38-44 Monday, November Ruth 1:1-22 Tuesday, November Ruth 3:14 4:6 Wednesday, November Luke 4:16-30 Thursday, November Timothy 6:11-21 Friday, November Colossians 2:6-15 Saturday, November Psalm 16 Sunday, November 18 - Lectionary 33/Pentecost 26: Daniel 12:1-3 Psalm 16 Hebrews 10: Mark 13:1-8

Calendar Sunday, November 11 7:45 AM Heritage Worship 8 AM Noon Fair Trade Bazaar 9 AM Adult Education: Jeff Tobin 9 AM Celebration Worship 9 AM Footprints Sunday School 10 AM Children s Choirs &

Retreat 4 PM All for Peace Dinner @ Dar Alarqam Mosque 7 PM Worship at Fairwinds Monday, November 12 9:30 AM Phoebe Circle 7 PM ZOE (middle-schoolers) 3 PM Spiritual Growth Book Group @ member homes

Lunch Noon TLCW Thankoffering Service 7 PM Trinity Choir 2:30 PM Worship at Manor Care Thursday, November 15 9 AM Quilters 7 PM All for Peace Friday, November 16 12:30 PM Anna Esther Circle 1 PM LyNC

6 Calendar Sunday, November 11 7:45 AM Heritage Worship 8 AM Noon Fair Trade Bazaar 9 AM Adult Education: Jeff Tobin 9 AM Celebration Worship 9 AM Footprints Sunday School 10 AM Children s Choirs & Teen Singers 10:30 AM Festival Worship 10:30 AM Youth Ringers 11:45 AM Potluck 6 PM NET (high-schoolers) 7 PM All for Peace Dessert & Presentation: Peace from the Desktops Compassionate Listening Retreat 4 PM All for Peace Dar Alarqam Mosque 7 PM Worship at Fairwinds Monday, November 12 9:30 AM Phoebe Circle 7 PM ZOE (middle-schoolers) 3 PM Spiritual Growth Book member homes Tuesday, November 13 9:45 AM Julia/Ruth/Dorcas Circle 6:30 PM Stewardship Committee 7 PM Lay Hall home Wednesday, November 14 9 AM Prayer Group 9:30 AM Bible Study 11:30 AM TLCW Brown Bag Lunch Noon TLCW Thankoffering Service 7 PM Trinity Choir 2:30 PM Worship at Manor Care Thursday, November 15 9 AM Quilters 7 PM All for Peace Friday, November 16 12:30 PM Anna Esther Circle 1 PM LyNC Oversight Committee 6 PM Alison Weir Lecture & Presentation Saturday, November 17 7:30 AM Neighbors In Need 8 AM Neighborhood Youth Alliance 9 AM Congregational Council Retreat & Meeting 2 PM Cornell Family & Friends Benefit Concert Staff Office Hours: Monday 8 AM 1 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8 AM 3 PM; Friday 8 AM 1 PM OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: Hector Garfias-Toledo Lead Pastor pastorhector@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2202 Norma Aamodt-Nelson Cantor / Minister of Music norma@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2203 David Greenlee Minister of Faith Formation david@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2231 Debbie Jeske Ministry Coordinator debbie@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2225 Joshua Judd-Herzfeldt Communication Coordinator josh@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2215 Kelly Apling Ministry Assistant kelly@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2200 Dean Hall Interim Facilities Manager facilities@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2208 June Lee Bookkeeper june@trinitylutheranchurch.com; x2223 SCHOOLS Kris Dudak Director of Trinity Lutheran Preschool preschool@trinitylutheranchurch.com; Nanette Erban Director of Trinity Child Development Center childcare@trinitylutheranchurch.com;

November 4, 2018 CONNECTING IN MISSION CLASS

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