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 Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost Sunday, September 16, 2018 Eucharists at 8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School & Adult Forum at 9:45 am ~ Today s Hymns ~ Gathering Hymn: #311 Hail To The Lord s Anointed Communion Hymns: #783 Praise & Thanks & Adoration #798 Will You Come and Follow Me #667 Take Up Your Cross, the Savior Said Sending Hymn: #660 Lift High The Cross ~ Today s Collect ~ P: Gracious God, through suffering and rejection you bring forth our salvation, and by the glory of the cross you transform our lives. Grant that, for the sake of the Gospel, we may turn from sin, take up our cross, and follow your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: Amen.

2 ~ Today s Readings ~ The First Reading: Isaiah 50:4-9 L: A Reading from Isaiah: The Lord God has given me the tongue of a teacher, that I may know how to sustain the weary with a word. Morning by morning he wakens wakens my ear to listen as those who are taught. The Lord God has opened my ear, and I was not rebellious, I did not turn backward. I gave my back to those who struck me, and my cheeks to those who pulled out the beard; I did not hide my face from insult and spitting. The Lord God helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame; he who vindicates me is near. Who will contend with me? Let us stand up together. Who are my adversaries? Let them confront me. It is the Lord God who helps me; who will declare me guilty? All of them will wear out like a garment; the moth will eat them up. L: The Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God. Psalmody: Psalm 116:1-9 Please join in singing the congregational refrain: Cantor: I love the Lord, for He has heard the cry of my appeal. The Lord was attentive to me in the day when I called. Refrain. Cantor: They surround me, the snares of death, with the anguish of the tomb; they caught me, sorrow and distress. I called, O God, deliver me. Refrain. Cantor: How gracious is the Lord. And just; our God has compassion. The Lord protects the simple hearts; I was helpless so Refrain. Cantor: The Lord has kept my soul from death, my feet from stumbling. I will walk in the presence of the Lord in the land of the living. Refrain. The Second Reading: James 3:1-12 L: A Reading from James: Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers and sisters, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For

3 all of us make many mistakes. Anyone who makes no mistakes in speaking is perfect, able to keep the whole body in check with a bridle. If we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we guide their whole bodies. Or look at ships: though they are so large that it takes strong winds to drive them, yet they are guided by a very small rudder wherever the will of the pilot directs. So also the tongue is a small member, yet it boasts of great exploits. How great a forest is set ablaze by a small fire! And the tongue is a fire. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. For every species of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by the human species, but no one can tame the tongue a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With it we bless the Lord and Father, and with it we curse those who are made in the likeness of God. From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and brackish water? Can a fig tree, my brothers and sisters, yield olives, or a grapevine figs? No more can salt water yield fresh. 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: May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord, through which the world has been crucified to me and I to the world. Holy Gospel: Mark 8:27-38 D: The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark, the 8 th Chapter C: Glory to you, O Lord. D: Jesus went on with his disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, "Who do people say that I am?" And they answered him, "John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets." He asked them, "But who do you say that I am?" Peter answered him, "You are the Messiah." And he sternly ordered them not to tell anyone about him. Then he began to teach them that the

4 Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. He said all this quite openly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. But turning and looking at his disciples, he rebuked Peter and said, "Get behind me, Satan! For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things." He called the crowd with his disciples, and said to them, "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake, and for the sake of the gospel, will save it. For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their life? Indeed, what can they give in return for their life? Those who are ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of them the Son of Man will also be ashamed when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels." D: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. ~ Today s Prayers & Intercessions ~ D: We pray for the Church: that gathered by the Holy Spirit, washed in the Waters of Baptism, and nurtured with Holy Food, we may follow the Lord and lay down our lives in compassion and service for others. Lord, in your mercy C: Hear our prayer. D: We pray for bishops, pastors, deacons, missionaries, and all who are called to lead and guide the Church s ministry: that God will give them wisdom in addressing the wounds in the Church and guide them in renewing and restoring the community of faith. Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for those who teach and study the Faith, especially our Sunday School and Faith & Fun Club teachers and children, our youth, and our pastors and those who share in our Adult Forums and Bible Studies: that they may be diligent in their work, committed to their learning, and blessed by their participation. Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for a living and dynamic faith: that the Spirit will strengthen us to confront evil, show compassion for the wounded, work for peace and justice, and manifest God s reign amongst us. Lord, in your mercy... D: We pray for the poor, especially those among whom we live and work: that we may neither ignore them nor minimize their suffering, but open our hearts and extend our hands to assist them. Lord, in your mercy

5 D: We pray for those with health problems, those who have experienced abuse, those who have made poor choices in life, and for those who assist them: that they may know God s presence with them. Especially today we pray for Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for all who devote their lives to serving others: for emergency personnel, for aid workers, and for members of the military: that God will guide them, and strengthen them, each day. Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for all who have suffered loss through recent hurricanes and storms: that God will give them hope, and touch the hearts of many to assist them. Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for those who have died, and those who know the grief of loss, especially ; that they may rest in the shadow of the Lord s unfailing mercies and know the comfort and consolation of the Holy Spirit. Lord, in your mercy D: We pray for all the Saints: St Peter and St James, and especially St Matthew, Apostle of our Lord and Evangelist, whose ministry the Church celebrates this week: that following their example, we may be called from death to life and, with them, share in the joys of heaven. Lord, in your mercy ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Special Music ~ (8:30) Above All (Michael W. Smith) Jennifer Bailey (11:00) Walk Worthy (Joseph M. Martin) Anthem Choir ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ To The Glory of God The Flowers are given in honor of Marie s birthday by Mike & Pat Macchiarolo. The Organ Flowers are in memory of Gerald Perk Wakefield by Dan & family. Our Lutheran Missionaries to Japan, Pr Hitoshi & Satoko Adachi, are sponsored this week, in honor of Erin & Kris Kolonko s 11 th anniversary by Jim & Linda McElroy. The Bulletins are sponsored in honor of Susan Fluke s birthday by Royce & Janet Raines. The Sanctuary Lamp burns this week in memory of Thomas Doyle by wife Marie Doyle. The Faith & Fun snacks are sponsored in honor of great nieces Alivia & Avery Snyder by Wynn & Rosie Leppert. Each week, 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 16 8:30 am 11:00 am Cantor/Choir Jennifer Bailey Anthem Choir Greeters Joe & Charlene Rose Kevin & Heidi Rizzo Ushers Dan Wakefield, Dan Kerr Mike & Melinda Feaster Craig Hess Joe & Nanette Schnably Acolytes Halee Boggs Tyler Dunkle Lizzy Martz Sammy Prescott Lector Laura Vent Linda McElroy Deacon Mike Macchiarolo Lori Dunkle Altar Guild Betsy Littlefield & Carol Feather & Mary Lorah Linda McElroy Serving Next Sunday ~ 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 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 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 In 1769 a log Union church was built on West Penn Street and shared by Lutheran and Reformed congregations of the area. Union churches were very common during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries in frontier America for economic and social reasons, as well as the availability of clergy. Several Union churches existed in Bedford County including the 1806 Old Log Church still standing in the Union Cemetery near Schellsburg.

7 Parish Announcements ~ Sunday September 16, 2018 ~ This Week Sunday (16) THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 9:45 am ~ Welcome Back to Sunday School! Kid s Sing & Acolyte Training, too! 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Inquirer s Dinner: 12:15 pm Tuesday (18) Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (Trinity) Wednesday (19) 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 Next 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) 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) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Sunday School s Kick-Off Sunday, September 16 (Today!); 9:45 am We ll start together in Trinity Hall, greet our teachers for the year, enjoy some great songs, and then make our way to our 1 st day of classes. Classes for Preschool & Elementary Children, Middle School Youth, Sr High Youth, and Adult Forum

8 Acolyte Training, w/ Middle School & Sr High Youth Sunday, September 16 (Today!); 9:45am Many of our youth help lead worship as crucifers and as bearers of the light. As we begin a new academic year, we will take some time for training and refreshers in these important tasks. We will gather during the Sunday school hour and wrap up in plenty of time for late church. Inquirer s Dinner Sunday, September 16 (Today!); 12:15 pm Friends of the Parish, especially newcomers, are gathering with members of our Church Council, musicians, and pastors to enjoy lunch together and then share an overview of some of Trinity s history and ongoing ministries. We ll gather in the Social Room. ~ 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 as part of 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 typical 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!

9 ~ Children & Youth Ministries ~ Faith & Fun ~Afterschool Ministry w/ Children in Grades K-5 Wednesday, September 19; 3:30-4:30 pm Stories of the Faith, Snacks, Games, Crafts, and More! 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. Please register via the church website (trinitylutheranbedford.com). Or, if you prefer a paper registration form, pick one up in Trinity Hall and return it to the office. As this very safe, reliable, and convenient transportation benefit 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. Youth and Families ~ Annual Kick-Off Lunch! 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. Please sign up in Trinity Hall so we have plenty of food for everyone! 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.

10 ~ Adult & All-Parish Ministries ~ Adult Forum ~ Sunday Morning 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 going to explore the lives of 10 individuals who have made 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. Wednesday Night Bible Study ~ II Samuel Wednesday Evenings; 6:00 pm For Wednesday, 9/19 ~ II Samuel 3:1-4:12 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 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.

11 Trinity Hikers are on the Move! 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) 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 274 Blossom Lane, Schellsburg Sunday, October 21; 2:00 pm 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!

12 ~ Outreach Ministries ~ Free Community Dinner ~ Ecumenical Ministry Trinity Serving Tuesday, September 18 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 this Tuesday, September 18. A sign-up sheet posted in Trinity Hall for servers and dessert donations cakes, please! Thanks for all your on-going support! 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. 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! 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.

13 ~ Other Notes ~ Sunday Morning Refreshment Hosts It s Time To Sign Up Again! 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! 250 th Anniversary Photo Directory Photographers will be returning to Trinity for their final sessions on October 2, 3, & 4 (T/W/Th). If you ve not done so already, please register for a time to be photographed, so that your picture will be included in all-parish Photo Directory (free of charge). 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 beautiful Olmsted Manor Retreat Center located in the Allegheny National Forest in Ludlow, PA. The dates are October Weekends are designed to allow married couples of all ages to take time off from daily pressures and responsibilities to search out and 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

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 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 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 Pledges Received from Parishioners and Friends ~ $161,210 (61%) Actual Donations Received ~ $96,386 Use of Earnings from Capital Reserve Endowment ~ $26,500 (10%) Additional Pledges Needed for Payoff: $77,655 (29%) ~ 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 14 Attendance: 288 Tithes & Offerings: $14, Year to Date: $233, Thank You for Supporting the Ministries of Trinity with your Time, Prayers, and Generosity!

16 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 recuperations. 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 Kumamoto, 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 Hurricanes, Flooding, Storms, & Wildfires, and those who provide them with 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, Juanita Kerr, Roger & Juda Markle, Laura Morse, Suella Pensinger, Peg Roadman, Leotta Taylor 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), Bill Ford (Stacy s father), Marian Lippert (Gretchen Fleischer s sister), Bonnie Schnably (Joe s cousin) 9/2 ~ Diane Dolan (Peg Turner s friend) For Those Who Have Died and Those Who Mourn 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).