Trinity Lutheran Church

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1 Trinity Lutheran Church Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ since W. Penn Street, Bedford, PA Phone: (814) Website: Office Hours: Monday-Friday; 8 am-noon & 1-3:30 pm For Emergency Contact after Office Hours: Pr Weinhold (410) Pr Short (814) The Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost Sunday, September 23, 2018 Eucharists at 8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School & Adult Forum at 9:45 am ~ Today s Hymns ~ Gathering Hymn: #843 Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness Communion Hymns: #595 Jesus Loves Me! #641 All Are Welcome #613 Thy Holy Wings Sending Hymn: #431 O Christ, What Can It Mean For Us ~ Today s Collect ~ P: O God, our teacher and guide, you draw us to yourself and welcome us as beloved children. Help us to lay aside all envy and selfish ambition, that we may walk in your ways of wisdom and understanding as servants of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: Amen.

2 ~ Today s Readings ~ The First Reading: Jeremiah 11:18-20 L: A Reading from Jeremiah: It was the Lord who made it known to me, and I knew; then you showed me their evil deeds. But I was like a gentle lamb led to the slaughter. And I did not know it was against me that they devised schemes, saying, "Let us destroy the tree with its fruit, let us cut him off from the land of the living, so that his name will no longer be remembered!" But you, O Lord of hosts, who judge righteously, who try the heart and the mind, let me see your retribution upon them, for to you I have committed my cause. L: The Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God. Psalmody: Psalm 54 Please join in singing the congregational refrain: Cantor: O God, save me by your name; by your power, uphold my cause. O God hear my prayer; listen to the words of my mouth. Refrain. Cantor: For the proud have risen against me, ruthless foes seek my life. They have no regard for God. They have no regard for God. Refrain. Cantor: But I have God for my help. The Lord upholds my life. I will sacrifice to you with willing heart and praise your name, O Lord, for it is good. Refrain. The Second Reading: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8 L: A Reading from James: Who is wise and understanding among you? Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom. But if you have bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not be boastful and false to the truth. Such wisdom does not come down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, devilish. For where there is envy and selfish ambition, there will also be disorder and wickedness of every kind. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without a trace of partiality or hypocrisy. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those

3 who make peace. Those conflicts and disputes among you, where do they come from? Do they not come from your cravings that are at war within you? You want something and do not have it; so you commit murder. And you covet something and cannot obtain it; so you engage in disputes and conflicts. You do not have, because you do not ask. You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, in order to spend what you get on your pleasures Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. The Gospel Acclamation Please rise and join in singing the Gospel Acclamation s Refrain: Cantor: God has called us through the Gospel to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. Holy Gospel: Mark 9:30-37 D: The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark, the 9 th Chapter C: Glory to you, O Lord. They went on from there and passed through Galilee. He did not want anyone to know it; for he was teaching his disciples, saying to them, "The Son of Man is to be betrayed into human hands, and they will kill him, and three days after being killed, he will rise again." But they did not understand what he was saying and were afraid to ask him. Then they came to Capernaum; and when he was in the house he asked them, "What were you arguing about on the way?" But they were silent, for on the way they had argued with one another who was the greatest. He sat down, called the twelve, and said to them, "Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all." Then he took a little child and put it among them; and taking it in his arms, he said to them, "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me." D: D: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ.

4 ~ Today s Prayers & Intercessions ~ For the Church: that we may be servants of one another, particularly of those in need, and thus bear witness to God s love for everyone. Lord in your mercy For a love of what is good: that we might be motivated by the desire to do what is right just because it is right and learn to seek the Will of God in this world regardless of how we may be rewarded for doing so. Lord in your mercy For the poor and powerless in our society: that we may hear their voices, understand their pain, and humbly walk along side of them through life s challenges. Lord in your mercy For victims of hurricanes and other natural disasters: that they may remain safe, that they may have hope, and that others may come to their aid now and in the days ahead. Lord in your mercy. For the members of Congress: that God will give them wisdom and insight as they address the issues that challenge our society. Lord in your mercy For all who are ill: especially, that they may know the certainty of God s love, that their minds and bodies might find themselves renewed and restored, and that others may surround them with aid and assistance. Lord in your mercy. For all who have died: that Christ will call them close to himself and welcome them to share in the joy of God s presence forever. Especially... For peace: that God would change our hearts from pride, selfishness, and greed and teach us to live and work in ways that are good for all people so that lasting peace might finally be known. Lord in your mercy

5 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Special Music ~ (8:30) Walk Worthy (Joseph M. Martin) Anthem Choir (11:00) Above All (Michael W. Smith) Jennifer Bailey ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Lutheran Disaster Response is present and ministering to people and communities impacted by Hurricane Florence, especially in the Carolinas Please, as you are able, share special offerings and gifts which we will share with these efforts. Remember 100% of your gifts given through LDR goes to serving people impacted by the hurricane Please make checks payable to Trinity Lutheran Church, and note Hurricane Relief on the memo line. To The Glory of God The Flowers are given in honor of Nicholas s 14 th birthday by Mike & Pat Macchiarolo. Our Lutheran Missionaries to Japan, Pr Hitoshi & Satoko Adachi, are sponsored this week, in honor of Katarina & Jadyn s birthdays, by Phil & Barb Debski. The Bulletins are sponsored in honor of Haley Dawn s birthday, by Mike & Melinda. The Sanctuary Lamp burns this week in honor of Adam & Laree s 4 th anniversary, sponsored by Rick & Judy Smith. The Faith & Fun snacks are sponsored in honor of the September birthday s by LaDonna Snyder. Parishioners and friends are invited to sponsor Altar Flowers ($30/$45), our Missonaries to Japan ($25), Bulletins ($20), and/or the Sanctuary Lamp ($5). Please see the registration sheets in Trinity Hall.

6 Serving Today ~ September 23 8:30 am 11:00 am Cantor/Choir Anthem Choir Jennifer Bailey Greeters Deb & Steve Cornell Gordon & Carol Bowers Ushers Fred Claycomb, Jeremy Vent Jeff & Nancy Saxman Marlene Seese, Wayne Hullihen Dave & Sharon Wertz Acolytes Alex Rizzo Emily Casalena Nicholas Rizzo Robyn Casalena Lector Janet Raines Juli Claycomb Deacon Kevin Rizzo Don Replogle Altar Guild Dave & Marlene Betts Judy Slick, Diane Cogan Serving Next Sunday ~ September 30 8:30 am 11:00 am Cantor/Choir Liz Miller Anthem Choir Greeters Wendy Cox & Peg Roadman Jerry & Tanya Replogle Ushers Fred Claycomb, Jeremy Vent Jeff & Nancy Saxman Marlene Seese, Wayne Hullihen Dave & Sharon Wertz Acolytes Emmi Hagenbuch Will Prescott Cameron Hagenbuch Brayden Claycomb Lector Mark Nelson Marlene Claycomb Deacon Guy Mellott Diane Cogan Altar Guild Linda Vensel, Christy Kidd Judy Smith, Barb Short Stephanie Martz ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ September Offering Stewards: Jennifer Bailey & Tammy Crawford September Property Steward: Rick Smith September Recycling Steward: Rick Smith ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The Sestercentennial Corner By Rick Smith, 250 th Anniversary Team From 1770 to 1788 the young church was ministered to by traveling pastors or missionaries known as circuit riders or saddlebag preachers. Their labors took them to small frontier congregations all over western Pennsylvania and beyond. In 1788, The Rev. Michael John Steck moved to Bedford from Carlisle. Although Pr. Steck served other congregations in Bedford and Somerset counties, he is considered to be Trinity's first pastor.

7 Parish Announcements ~ Sunday September 23, 2018 ~ This Week Sunday (23) THE EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 9:45 am ~ Sunday School 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist 12:30 pm ~ Youth & Family Lunch Tuesday (25) Energy Star Efficiency Workshop: 2:30 pm Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (St John s UCC) Wednesday (26) Pillowcase Ministry: 1:00 pm Faith & Fun Afterschool Ministry: 3:15 4:30 pm Bible Study (II Samuel): 6:00pm Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 pm Evening Vespers: 7:00 pm Anthem Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm Thursday (27) Chicks with Sticks: 6:30 pm (Parish House) Friday (28) Young Adults Aki Japanese Steakhouse: 6:00 pm Next Week Sunday (30) THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 9:45 am ~ Sunday School 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Trinity Hikers: 1:00 pm (Trough Creek) Youth Group: 2:00 pm Tuesday (2) Trinity Book Club: 1:30 pm (Parish House) Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (Methodist) Wednesday (3) Faith & Fun Afterschool Ministry: 3:15 4:30 pm Bible Study (II Samuel): 6:00pm Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 pm St Francis / Blessing of the Animals 7:00 pm Anthem Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm Thursday (4) Women of Trinity: 6:30 pm (Parish House) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Final Photo Directory Sittings October 2, 3 & 4 ~ 2:00 9:00 pm Appointments are still available on Thursday, 10/4 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

8 ~ Worship & Music Ministries ~ Choir Rehearsals Bell Choir: 6:00 pm Anthem Choir: 7:00 pm Our Bell and Anthem Choirs gather on Wednesday evenings to prepare anthems and special music which they share at our congregation s Sunday morning liturgies. Please speak with Terry or Susan if you would like to join the fellowship of one of our choirs! Wednesday Evening Vespers Beginning at 7:00 pm ~ Weekly Contemplative Prayer Services ~ Readings, Canticles, Prayers, Incense The Feast of St Francis ~ Blessing of the Animals Wednesday, October 3, 7:00 pm As the Church celebrates the Feast of St Francis, we ll take a break from our rites of Vespers on Wednesday evening, October 3 (The Eve of The Feast) to share readings and prayers together, and special prayers and blessings with our pets and animals. Please join us, on the Public Square, immediately in front of Trinity. Bring along your pets! Love Came Down at Christmas ~ 2018 s Christmas Cantata Rehearsals Begin Wednesday, October 17; 7:30 pm Parishioners and friends are invited to dust-off their vocal chords, and join this year s Cantata Choir, which will rehearse most Wednesday evenings through mid-december, and share their special music at the Family Festival (Sunday afternoon, 12/23) and Sunday Morning (12/30). Written and composed by Terry Osman, this year s Cantata will also include the voices of the congregation s children (who will rehearse during Sunday School and Faith & Fun). Please come out and join us! See Terry or Susan Casteel with any questions. ~ Children & Youth Ministries ~ Youth and Families ~ Annual Kick-Off Lunch! Today, Sunday September 23; 12:30pm in the Social Room As we kickoff another rocking year of youth ministries at Trinity, we ll get together for lunch and to look at the year ahead for our youth. We will talk about upcoming youth activities, confirmation ministries, answer questions, and get a jump on signing up for Fall Foliage. If you have a Middle School or Sr High Youth in your family, please try to join us for this informative event.

9 First Youth Group of the Year Sunday September 30; 2:00-3:45pm All youth are invited to come out for our first Youth Group of the year on Sunday Sept. 30. We will play all sorts of games. Some will be old favorites and one will be new and it s amazing! We will have some discussion and refreshments. Then we will wrap things up by making some new Kiva Partners. Please sign up in Trinity Hall. Faith & Fun ~Afterschool Ministry w/ Children in Grades K-5 Wednesdays; 3:30-4:30 pm Stories of the Faith, Snacks, Games, Crafts, and More! Please register via Trinity s website (trinitylutheranbedford.com). If you prefer a paper registration form, pick one up in Trinity Hall and return it to the office. Chartered private bus transportation from the Bedford Elementary and Chestnut Ridge Schools for kids in Grades K-5 every Wednesday afternoon. Parents arrive at Trinity to pick up children at 4:30 pm. As this safe and reliable transportation is not inexpensive, we re asking for a 1x contribution of $50/child for the school year. You can share this support when you submit your registration information. Please see Liz or Pr David if the cost is prohibitive, and we ll work with you!. We are again inviting snack sponsors to help offset our food and drink expenses. If you would like to sponsor snacks for one of the weeks ($20, please), please sign up in Trinity Hall. ~ Adult & All-Parish Ministries ~ Adult Forum ~ Adult Faith Formation Sunday Mornings; 9:45 am Fall Topic: Influences on American Lutheranism As we begin the celebration of our 250 th Anniversary Year, we re exploring the lives of 10 individuals who have had a significant influence on American Lutheranism, beginning with Conrad Weiser (9/23), Henry Melchior Muhlenberg and his son, Peter (9/30), Samuel Simon Schmucker (10/7), Charles Porterfield Krauth (10/14), Arthur Carl Piepkorn (10/21), William Rehnquist (11/11), Richard Jenson (11/18), and Eric Gritch (12/9), and Richard John Neuhaus (12/16). Please plan to join Pr Weinhold and Pr Short, in Trinity Hall, for these discussions.

10 Wednesday Night Bible Study ~ II Samuel Wednesday Evenings; 6:00 pm For Wednesday, 9/19 ~ II Samuel 5:1-6:23 This fall, Pr Weinhold and Pr Short are leading a 10 session study of II Samuel, the Old Testament book which is principally devoted to Israel s history under the reign of King David. We gather in Trinity Hall, and conclude, by 7:00 pm, in time to share in Vespers. Chicks with Sticks Thursday, September 27, 2018; 6:30pm Our knitters are back at it again. They will be enjoying their first gathering of the year in the Parish House on Thursday September 27 at 6:30pm. If you are working on a project and would like good company, come on out! If you are thinking about learning to knit or crochet, come on out! It is a great evening together. See Mary Ann Martz with any questions. Young Adult Night Out ~ Aki Japanese Steakhouse, Altoona This Friday September 28; 6:30pm Our Young Adults (Adults Only) are heading out for a casual evening of sushi and togetherness. We will gather at the Aki Japanese Steakhouse in Altoona (Next to Weis and Harbor Freight) at 6:30pm and enjoy some tasty entrees together. Many have raved about the sushi, but there are other entrees to be ordered as well. I hope you can join us. Please sign up in Trinity Hall. Trinity Hikers ~ Trough Street State Park Trails Sunday, September 30; 1:00 pm We ll meet at Trinity and caravan to Trough Creek State Park (c. 15 miles north-east of Saxton) to enjoy the trails. See Mary Lorah or Pr David if you would like to join us. A sign-up sheet is in Trinity Hall. Trinity Book Club Tuesday, October 2; 1:30 pm The Trinity Book Club will meet on Tuesday, October 2, at 1:30 pm, in the Parish House. We ll discuss Never Caught by Erica Armstrong Dunbar. Please contact the group s coordinator, Pat Macchiarolo, with any questions at (814)

11 Women of Trinity ~ Healthy Carbs Thursday, October 4; 6:30 pm We ll gather in the Parish House and continue this year s theme of Celebrating 250 Years of Trinity s Witness. Following devotions, Alice Corle, Certified Dietician, will lead us in an interactive program called Healthy Carbs. (Yes, there are Healthy Carbs!) Following the presentation, we ll enjoy snacks together. All women of the parish, and friends, are invited to join us! A sign-up sheet is posted in Trinity Hall. Adult Night Out Fellowship Fairways ~ at the Down River Golf Course, Everett Tuesday, October 16; 6:00 pm Join with friends of the parish, as we gather for a casual evening of dinner and fellowship at Fairways Bar & Grill at the Down River Golf Course. We had a great time together at Ray & Brenda Jenning s home last month, and we re looking forward to another nice evening together. Friends who care to do so may remain to play in the weekly Trivia Tournament which is held each Tuesday at Fairways, beginning at 7:30 pm. Sign up in Trinity Hall. Please contact Pr Short with any questions. All-Parish Hay Ride ~ Hosted by Dan & Lois Boyer Sunday, October 21; 2:00 pm 274 Blossom Lane, Schellsburg Kids, Youth, Adults, Families Be sure to join us for this year s special 250 th Anniversary Year Hayride. It s always a great afternoon of fellowship and fun, hosted by Dan & Lois Boyer. Adults and youth can enjoy a game of bocce or sit and relax, while the kids enjoy planned activities, and everyone eats their fill at the hot-dog roast. Mark the date now and plan to spend this nice afternoon with friends of the parish. Friends and extended family are more than welcome to join us, too! Please sign-up in Trinity Hall. ~ Outreach Ministries ~ Pillow-Case Sewing Ministry Wednesday, September 26; 1:00 4:00 pm Parishioners and Friends are invited to gather in the Senior High classroom to decorate pillow-cases and small quilts which are sent to hospitalized kids and cancer patients. Come and sew for a few afternoon hours as you are able. Please contact Doris Caldwell (814) with any questions.

12 Free Community Dinner ~ Ecumenical Ministry Trinity hosts and coordinates the Free Community Dinner ministry which has been serving warm and nutritious meals to neighbors of our community every week since September, 2009! Thanks for all the support which so many parishioners and friends continue to share with this ministry! Trinity s Next Night to Serve is Tuesday, October 30. Please watch for the sign-up sheet, in Trinity Hall. September s Special Ministry Highlight and Appeal Missionaries: Pr Hitoshi and Satoko Adachi Pastor Adachi, and his wife Satoko, are our new Missionary Family, serving as ELCA Missionaries to 2 Japanese-speaking congregations in Kumamoto, Japan. In a community where Christianity is still in its infancy, Pr Adachi and his wife reach out and share the hope of the Gospel and invite and welcome newcomers to the Christian Faith. Our gifts of prayer and offerings help support and encourage their efforts. As you are able through the month of September, please share special offerings, designated for Missionary Support. Please make checks payable to Trinity. ~ Other Notes ~ A Special Energy Star Presentation Tuesday September 25, 2018; 2:30pm Did you know that most congregations waste about 30% of the energy for which they pay? On Tuesday September 25, Trinity is hosting an afternoon seminar for regional congregations, provided by Energy Star, on simple and cost effective ways to become more efficient with our facilities and freeing up wasted money for good and charitable ministry. Please join us if you have time ~ and invite your friends too! Sunday Morning Refreshment Hosts It s Time To Sign Up! It is a great blessing to enjoy good fellowship and refreshment with one another throughout the year. This is thanks to the people who volunteer to host refreshments on Sundays through the academic year. If you would like to host refreshments one Sunday this upcoming year, please sign up in Trinity Hall. And remember, our wonderful Coffee Stewards will make sure the coffee and hot water are always on, so you just have to worry about providing the munchies!

13 250 th Anniversary Photo Directory Photographers will be returning to Trinity for their final sessions on October 2, 3, & 4 (T/W/Th). The schedule is full for 10/2 & 3, but there are still a number of slots open for Thursday, 10/4. Everyone who is photographed will receive a free 8x10 of your choice, and a free copy of the photo directory. You may also choose to purchase other photos. Please register for a photo-time through the link on Trinity s website, or you may contact the Church Office for assistance. Attention Married Couples Marriage Encounter Weekend, October A Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend is planned at the Olmsted Manor Retreat Center in Ludlow, Pa, located in the Allegheny National Forest. Weekends invite married couples of all ages to take time off from daily pressures and responsibilities to discover a warmer, closer, more joyful marital relationship. For more information and to register, go to and pay the $100 registration fee. Toward the end of the Weekend an opportunity will be provided to make a contribution of whatever amount you wish to help cover expenses of 2 nights in the retreat center and 5 meals for each of you. For questions, please contact Northeast US Directors of Lutheran Marriage Encounter, Fred & Julie Schamber at fjschamber@comcast.net or Meals to Heal Ministry Team Funeral Meals Ministry Team Trinity is richly blessed by the ministry of those who serve on these two teams! The Meals to Heal Team prepares and deliver a meal to parishioners when they return home from an in-patient hospital stay. The Funeral Meals Team prepares meals for families, following weekday funerals at the church. Thanks!, to those who serve on the Meals to Heal Team: Marlene Claycomb, Leigh Ann Gronborg, Tammi Hess, Janelle Lowe, Mike & Pat Macchiarolo, and Guy & Gloria Mellott. And, Thanks, to those who serve as coordinators of the Funeral Meals: Marlene Claycomb, Mary Johnson, Mary Ann Martz, and Jim & Linda McElroy, and to the many others who help serve and share desserts for the meals. Please see any of these parishioners, or Pr Short, if you would like to join in these ministries in some way!

14 Some Upcoming Special 250 th Anniversary Events to Note o October 21; 2:00 pm ~ All Parish Hayride, hosted by Dan & Lois Boyer, and Family. o October 28; Sunday ~ Special 250 th Anniversary Year Reformation Liturgies, joined by friends from our neighboring Lutheran congregations. o November 4; Sunday ~ 250 th Anniversary Year All Saints Festival ~ Special Guest, The Rev. Dr. Ron Miller, son of Trinity. o November 25; Sunday ~ 250 th Anniversary Christ the King Festival ~ Special Celebration and Anniversary Time Capsule at 9:45 am. THANKS, to Carol Siegfreid, coordinator, and Arlene Fluke, Betsy Littlefield, Rosie Leppert, Mary Lorah, Mike & Pat Macchiarolo, and Denise Steele for serving a delicious meal to our 12 guests, and council members, at the Fall Inquirer s Dinner last Sunday, September 16. A 250 th Anniversary Magnet as a Gift for YOU! Throughout our 250 th Anniversary Year, our 250 th Anniversary Planning Team will be making some items available to parishioners and friends to commemorate this significant milestone. If you would like a refrigerator magnet, bearing the 250 th Anniversary logo, and a listing of some of the year s special activities, please help yourself! They are located on a table in Trinity Hall! Loose Coins in the Sunday Offering Loose coins which are received in the Sunday Offering are directed to acts of charity, through a special Discretionary Fund. This might be a small grocery order or other essential needs to help a neighbor get through a challenging situation. See Pr Short or Pr Weinhold with any questions. Thanks for your generosity! If you ve not done so already Would you please Consider Naming Trinity to Receive a Special Legacy Gift from your Estate? By doing so, you will assist those who follow us to continue to share Faithful and Meaningful Christian Ministries with the Families of Trinity and our Bedford Community!

15 ~ 2018 Church Council & Ministry Team Notes ~ President: Kevin Rizzo Vice-President: Wynn Leppert Secretary: Tammy Crawford Treasurer: Jay Cessna Worship & Music: Jennifer Bailey & Lisa Hagenbuch Children & Youth: Tammy Crawford & Kevin Rizzo Adult & All-Parish: Alice Corle & Betsy Littlefield Outreach: Mary Lorah & Carol Siegfried Property: Wayne Hullihen & Wynn Leppert Finance & Stewardship: Jay Cessna & Don Replogle Upcoming Ministry Team Meetings and More: October 8 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Deacon s Conclave (begins w/ lite meal) October 15 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Worship & Music Team Meeting October 15 (Monday); 7:00 pm ~ Outreach Team Meeting October 22 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Finance Ministry Team Meeting October 22 (Monday); 7:00 pm ~ Property Ministry Team Meeting October 23 (Tuesday); 6:00 pm ~ Children & Youth Ministry Team Mtg October 23 (Tuesday); 7:00 pm ~ Adult All Parish Ministry Team Mtg November 19 (Monday); 6:30 pm ~ Council Meeting Altar & Nave Renovation Fund ~ Goal: $265,365 Pledged Commitments from Parishioners and Friends ~ $183,510 (70%) Actual Donations Received ~ $120,216 Use of Earnings from Capital Reserve Endowment ~ $26,500 (10%) Additional Pledges Needed for Payoff: $55,355 (20%) ~ Worship Attendance & Offerings ~ Our Worship and Tithes are an out-pouring of our Gratitude in response to the Lord s Gracious Gifts of Life and Salvation. This Past Week ~ through September 21 Attendance: 233 Tithes & Offerings: $6, Year to Date: $240, Thank You for Supporting the Ministries of Trinity with your Time, Prayers, and Generosity!

16 recuperations. Please contact the Church Office to have family members and/or friends included in the Prayers at Sunday Liturgies and on the Parish Prayer List. And, be sure to notify Pr Weinhold or Pr Short if you would appreciate visitations and prayers during hospitalizations or extended home-bound For The Church Our Bishops, Pastors, Deacons and all who labor for the Gospel. Parishioner and friends who serve on our Church Council and Ministry Teams. Pr. & Mrs. Hitoshi & Satoko Adachi, ELCA missionaries to Japan. For Our Nation and All Peoples Of Creation Leaders of the Nations, and our own National, State and Local Officials. Police Officers, Fire-Fighters, and Military Personnel and their families. The Homeless and the Hungry, and those who care for them. Those recovering from Flooding, Storms, & Wildfires, especially those in the Carolinas, and those who share support and aid. For Parishioners, Family Members & Friends, especially Fred & Nancy Batzel, Ann Bittner, Becky Bortz, Harry Clark, Fred & Connie Claycomb, Marie Doyle, Gladys Dumeyer, Betty Hoover, Mary Johnson, Juanita Kerr, Roger & Juda Markle, Laura Morse, Faith Nelson, Suella Pensinger, Peg Roadman, Leotta Taylor 9/23 ~ Irene Holland (Jennifer Bailey s friend), Diane Dolan (Peg Turner s friend), Bill Ford (Stacy s father), Christine Seller s (Juanita Kerr s niece) 9/16 ~ Linda Macchiarolo (Mike & Pat s niece), Bill Adam s (Fred Dunkle s friend), Colten Allison (Alex Rizzo s friend), Jamie Fluke (Fred & Arlene s son), Roger Lafferty (Connie Sloninger s brother), Cooper Lingefelter (Jim & Sandy Zembower s great grandson) 9/9 ~ Fred Dunkle, Sr (Fred s father), Marian Lippert (Gretchen Fleischer s sister), Bonnie Schnably (Joe s cousin) For Those Who Have Died and Those Who Mourn Gary Robinette (9/19 Arlene Fluke s nephew), Katie Shimer (9/14 Nanette Schnably s aunt), Judy Strawn (Lori Dunkle s friend), Keith Bagley (9/11 Jay Cessna s friend), Debbie Tweedie (9/11 Dan & Kim Dull s friend), Tauris Davis (9/10 Tammy Crawford s father), Mildred Stanko (9/6), Dale Kleinertz (8/26 Tony s father), Phyllis Strawn (8/22), Betty Lou Richardson (8/21 former member & Sr Anna Mary s sister), Scott E. Dibert (8/20 Janet Raines cousin), Mary Catherine Robinette (8/19 Janet Raines cousin), Matthew Clingerman (8/13 Wynn & Rosie Leppert s nephew), Troy Lankey (8/10 Dot Keller s grandson), Terry Fix (7/31 Eric Kidd s father).