Trinity Lutheran Church Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ since 1769 106 W. Penn Street, Bedford, PA 15522 Phone: (814) 623-8813 E-mail: trinitylutheranbedford@gmail.com Website: www.trinitylutheranbedford.com Office Hours: Monday-Friday; 8 am-noon & 1-3:30 pm For Emergency Contact after Office Hours: Pr Weinhold (410) 971-3495 Pr Short (814) 977-4741 The Second Sunday In Advent Sunday, December 9, 2018 Eucharists at 8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School & Adult Forum at 9:45 am ~ Today s Hymns ~ Gathering Hymn: #264 Prepare the Royal Highway Communion Hymns: #593 Drawn to the Light #255 There s A Voice In The Wilderness #256 Comfort, Comfort Now My People Sending Hymn: #249 On Jordan s Bank the Baptist s Cry ~ Today s Collect ~ P: Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming give to all the people of the world knowledge of your salvation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen.
~ Today s Readings ~ The First Reading: Malachi 3:1-4 L: A Reading from Malachi. See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight indeed, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the Lord in righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years. L: The Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God. Psalmody: Luke 1:68-79 Please join in singing the congregational refrain: Cantor: Blessed be the Lord the God of Israel, who has come to his people to set them free. He has raised up for us a mighty Savior, born of the house of his servant David. Refrain. Cantor: Through his holy prophets God promised of old. To save us from our enemies, from the hands of all that hate us. To show mercy to our ancestors, and to remember his holy covenant. Refrain. Cantor: This is the oath God swore to our father Abraham: to set us free from the hands of our enemies. Free to worship him without fear, holy and righteous in his sight, all the days of our life. Refrain. Cantor: And you, child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way, to give people knowledge of salvation, by the forgiveness of all their sins. Refrain. Cantor: In tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us. To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace. Refrain.
The Second Reading: Philippians 1:3-11 L: A Reading from Philippians. I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ. It is right for me to think this way about all of you, because you hold me in your heart, for all of you share in God's grace with me, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. For God is my witness, how I long for all of you with the compassion of Christ Jesus. And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight to help you to determine what is best, so that in the day of Christ you may be pure and blameless, having produced the harvest of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ for the glory and praise of God. 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: Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths; all flesh shall see the salvation of God. Holy Gospel: Luke 3:1-6 D: The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the 3 rd Chapter C: Glory to you, O Lord. In the fifteenth year of the reign of Emperor Tiberius, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, and Herod was ruler of Galilee, and his brother Philip ruler of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias ruler of Abilene, during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness. He went into all the region around the Jordan, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins, as it is written in the book of the words of the prophet Isaiah, "The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: "Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be made low, and
the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways made smooth; and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.' " D: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. ~ Today s Prayers & Intercessions ~ For the Church: that we may make ready a way for the Lord: make a straight path for God in our hearts, within our families, and in our workplaces. Lord in your mercy For the grace to reflect: that we might use this advent season to look truthfully at ourselves and find the areas where we have not responded well to the call of God. Lord in your mercy For the strength to repent: that, recognizing the sin in our lives, we might learn to live in better ways and want only things that are good, faithful, and true. Lord in your mercy For all church leaders: especially Bishops, pastors, deacons, and teachers: that they may share with wisdom and integrity the truths and realities of the God of creation. Lord in your mercy. For hope: that our hearts might be firmly set on the works and promises of God. And that we might eagerly await nothing more than the Christ child on Christmas morn. Lord in your mercy. For refugees and all who have been impacted by violence: that they will find strength in the Gospel and that God might move in the hearts of others to share of their abundance. Lord in your mercy For those who struggle to find health and wholeness: especially, that they may know new strength with each passing day and that others may come to their aid in helpful and compassionate ways. Lord in your mercy For all who have departed from this life and rest in the care of God: especially, that they may have rest in the care of their creator and that those who mourn may know hope and consolation in the works and promises of God. Lord in your mercy. For peace within families, on our city streets, in faith communities and amongst nations: that God will inspire all to respect the dignity of one another and to work for justice and peace. Lord in your mercy.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Today s Special Music ~ We Wait (Ruth Elaine Schram) Anthem Choir At The Right Time (Mosie Lister) Sara Poyner Zywiolek ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The Flowers are sponsored in memory of Mona O Neal by the Debski family. Pr Hitoshi & Satoko Adachi, Missionaries to Japan, are sponsored in honor of Robbie Sunbury s Eagle Scout Court of Honor Award by Fred & Arlene Fluke. The Bulletins are sponsored in praise for our 2 awesome daughters, Robyn & Emily. Love mom & dad. The Sanctuary Lamp burns in honor of Vivian McElroy by Jim & Linda McElroy. The Faith & Fun snacks are sponsored in honor of children & grandchildren and in memory of son Bobby Mellott by Guy & Gloria Mellott. Parishioners and friends are invited to sponsor Altar Flowers ($30/$45), our Missionaries to Japan ($25), Bulletins ($20), Faith and Fun Snacks and/or the Sanctuary Lamp ($5). Please see the registration sheets in Trinity Hall. Christmas Poinsettia Sponsors Parishioners and friends are invited to sponsor Poinsettias, which will adorn the church for our Christmas Liturgies, in memory or in honor of loved ones. Please use a special envelope, enclose $10/poinsettia, and note the names of those in whose memory or honor you are making your gifts. Please contact the Church Office with any questions. Delivery Helpers Following worship on Sunday, December 30, volunteers will deliver the poinsettias to the homes of parishioners and friends who have recently been in our prayers. Please sign up to help with these deliveries and bring a little joy into the lives of those who receive them. A sign-up sheet is in Trinity Hall. Please see Marlene Claycomb with any questions. Sunday Morning Fellowship & Refreshments Every Sunday, at 9:45 am Please Join Us in Trinity Hall! Today s Hosts: Please Sign Up in Trinity Hall to serve as a host for an upcoming Sunday!
Sunday (9) Tuesday (11) This Week THE SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 9:45 am ~ Sunday School and Adult Forum 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (Presbyterian serving) High School Hangout: 6:00 pm Wednesday (12) Faith & Fun Afterschool Ministry: 3:15-4:30 pm Children s Cantata Practice: 4:30-5:30 pm Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 pm Vespers: 7:00 pm Cantata Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm Anthem Choir Rehearsal: 8:10 pm Thursday (13) Friday (14) Parish Announcements ~ Sunday, December 9, 2018 ~ Senior Adult Lunch & Fellowship: 12:00 pm (Springhouse) Young Adult & Family Night: 6:00 pm ~ Parish House Next Week Sunday (16) THE THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 9:45 am ~ Sunday School and Adult Forum 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Church Christmas Decorating: 12:05 pm Tuesday (18) Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (Trinity serving) Wednesday (19) Eucharist at Colonial Courtyard: 11:00 am Faith & Fun Afterschool Ministry: 3:15-4:30 pm Children s Cantata Practice: 4:30-5:30 pm Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 pm Vespers: 7:00 pm Cantata Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm Anthem Choir Rehearsal: 8:10 pm Special 250 th Anniversary Items Available In Trinity Hall Collectible Hand-Made Mugs ~ $20/each (one per household, please) 250 th Anniversary History of Trinity ~ $10/copy Please stop by after the 8:30 or 11:00 am Liturgy
~ Worship & Music Ministries ~ Choir Rehearsals Bell Choir: 6:00 pm Cantata Choir: 7:30 pm Anthem Choir: 8:10 pm Our Bell, Cantata & Anthem Choirs gather on Wednesday evenings to prepare anthems and special music. Please speak with Terry or Susan if you would like to join the fellowship of one of our choirs, Vespers - Evening Prayers Wednesday Evenings, 7:00 pm Parishioners and friends gather Wednesday evenings to sing Vespers, a traditional prayer office of readings, canticles, incense, chants, and prayers. You are invited to join us! Church Christmas Decorating Party Sunday, December 16; 12:05 pm Parishioners and friends are invited to help decorate the Church for this year s Christmas celebrations. We ll begin with a light lunch, at 12:05 pm, and then get to work decorating the Parish Christmas Tree, the narthex, and the windows. A sign-up sheet is in Trinity Hall. The more the merrier! 51 st Annual Christmas Family Festival Sunday, December 23; 3:00 pm Cantata Choir, w/ Children ~ Love Came Down at Christmas 3:45 pm (or so) ~ Children s Christmas Pageant 4:30 pm (or so) ~ Refreshments & Fellowship All Parishioners, Families, and Friends are Invited to Join Us! Gloria in Excelsis Deo! Christmas Eve Candlelight Eucharists Monday Evening, December 24 6:00 pm ~ Festive Eucharist, w/ Children s Homily, Kids Sing, & Organ 8:30 pm ~ Festive Eucharist, w/ Bell Choir & Organ 11:00 pm ~ Festive Eucharist, w/ Anthem Choir, Organ & Brass Worship Christ the Newborn King!
2018 Bedford Community Christmas Church Walk Wednesday, December 26; 6:00 pm The Walk begins at St James Episcopal Church 309 S. Richard Street From St James, we ll then visit St Thomas Roman Catholic Church, The Bedford Presbyterian Church, Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt Pisgah AME Zion Church, St John s U.C.C., and The Bedford United Methodist Church, where we ll conclude with refreshments. At each church, we ll hear a portion of the Christmas Story, sing a familiar carol, and enjoy the decorations and some special music. Many friends choose to bring a flashlight! Sunday, December 30 The First Sunday After Christmas ~ One Morning Liturgy at 10:00 am ~ Installation of 2019 Church Council Excerpts from the Christmas Cantata, Love Came Down at Christmas Followed by the annual All-Parish Holiday Brunch, Served by the Women of Trinity ~ Children & Youth Ministries ~ Sunday School ~ Sunday Mornings ~ 9:45 am Faith Formation with our Children & Youth Preschoolers through Sr High Youth ~ There s a class for you! Come explore the stories of our Faith, build some friendships, and learn about God s steadfast love for us and his whole creation! See Liz Miller about enrolling your child and/or helping out in some way. Faith & Fun ~ Afterschool Ministry w/ Children in Grades K-5 Wednesdays; 3:30-4:30 pm We have a great time as we share stories of the Faith, games, crafts, and snacks with our kids! Enrollment is nearing 50 kids this year! Transportation is provided from the Bedford and Chestnut Ridge Schools. Parents arrive for pick-up, at Trinity, at 4:30 pm. Snack Sponsors ($20/week, please), are always welcome. Please sign up in Trinity Hall. Want to Help with Faith and Fun? We could use a few extra hands! Faith and Fun is bigger than ever and we are having a blast. We ve had to cap enrollment at 50 kids, to ensure that we have adequate adult support. If you might be available on Wednesday afternoons from 3:15-4:30 pm, we could really use your help. Please contact Liz Miller or Pastor David.
High-School Hangout Tuesday, December 11, 2018; 6:00-8:00pm Senior High Youth will regather in the Parish House for a relaxed evening of fine dining, games, conversation, and whatever else we decide to get into. If you can join us, and I hope you can, please sign up in Trinity Hall. ~ Adult & All-Parish Ministries ~ Adult Forum ~ Adult Faith Formation Sunday Mornings; 9:45 am This fall, we ve been exploring the lives of people who have had significant influence on American Lutheranism: Conrad Weiser, Henry Melchior Muhlenberg and his sons Peter & John, Samuel Simon Schmucker, Charles Porterfield Krauth, Arthur Carl Piepkorn, William Hobbs Rehnquist, Eric Gritsch, and soon, Robert Jenson (12/9), and Richard John Neuhaus (12/16). Please join us, in Trinity Hall. On Sunday, January 20, 2019, we ll begin a new 6-week series, discussing the newly-published 250 th Anniversary History of Trinity Lutheran Church, Bedford. Copies are available ($10/each) in Trinity Hall on Sundays and in the Church Office during the week. Please join us! Sr Adult Fellowship Thursday, December 13; Noon ~ Springhouse at Homewood Trinity Seniors will gather for lunch and fellowship at Springhouse s recently-reopened and updated Restaurant. We ll enjoy some of the new entrees on the menu as we spend some time with friends of the parish. A sign-up is in Trinity Hall. Young Adult and Family Night ~ In The Parish House Friday, December 14; 6:00pm Our Young Adults and their families are gathering together for another great evening in the Parish House. We will enjoy food, fellowship, and give thanks for the other people that God has put in our lives through this community of faith. Bring the kids! And as always, bring along a side dish to share and beverage of your choice. A sign-up is in Trinity Hall. Chicks w/ Sticks ~ Knitting & Crocheting Fellowship Ministry Thursday, December 27; 6:30 pm If you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting, whether you are a novice or an expert, you are invited to join us. Please see Mary Ann Martz for more information or with any questions. We gather in the Parish House.
Trinity Book Club Tuesday, January 8; 1:30 pm The Trinity Book Club will meet on Tuesday, January 8 at 1:30 pm, in the Parish House. We ll discuss Educated, by Tara Westover, and enjoy tea and refreshments while we are together. Please contact Pat Macchiarolo with any questions at (814) 977-2436. Adult Nite Out Fellowship ~ Marzoni s Brick Oven & Brewery Tuesday, January 15, 2019; 6:00 pm Mark your calendar and plan to join with friends of the parish for our Winter Adult Nite Out Gathering! We re heading to Marzoni s Brick Oven and Brewery (164 Patchway Road, Duncansville), where we ll enjoy the relaxing environment and enjoyable menu. Please watch for a sign-up. ~ Outreach Ministries ~ Please Share Generously with The Bedford Food Outreach December s Special Ministry Highlight and Appeal The Bedford Food Outreach (located at 140 School Street, Bedford, just south of the Bedford Elementary School) provides nutritious food to more than 300 low-income families each month. In addition to the monthly distribution, BFO also provides an (almost) weekly distribution of fresh produce to residents of the region. If you would like to learn about how YOU can join the ranks of BFO volunteers, please call 623-4888, or see Dan Kerr or Marlene Seese. Newcomers are always welcome! If you can support the efforts with a financial gift during the month of December, please use a special envelope, make a check payable to Trinity Lutheran Church, and note Bedford Food Outreach on the Memo line. The BFO, and those whom they serve, appreciate your generosity! Salvation Army s 2018 Kettle Drive Ministry Most Slots are Filled! Just a few more to go Trinity is once-again taking the lead among local churches and civic groups to coordinate the 2018 Kettle Drive. Last year s 350+ volunteers shared more than 725 hours of their time, and raised more than $21,000, which we are using to provide warmth, shelter, utility assistance, and food to local low-income families. THANKS!, to everyone who has pitched in and helped ring the bell! We still have a few evening shifts to fill, this week and next, at Walmart. Please check out the remaining time-slots and sign up in Trinity Hall, if you are able to help with this ministry.
Children s Winter Clothing Ministry Donors: Thank You!, for sharing special offerings with the Children s Winter Clothing Ministry. Gifts have totaled $2,546.00, which will provide clothes to 35 local children from low-income families. Shoppers: Thanks for serving! Please bring your purchases to the Church by Monday, December 10. Please place your bags in the Narthex (underneath the steps on the Parish House side). Please bring your receipts and tags (NOT the items) to the Church Office. Thanks! to coordinator, Mary Ann Martz! 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! Trinity s Next Night to Serve is Tuesday, December 18. You can help out by signing up to serve and/or donating a dessert for the meal we re asking for fruit cobblers or crisps (9 x 13 pan) and/or fruit pies. Please see Betsy Littlefield with any questions. We ll also share a special distribution of personal hygiene items with our evening guests. Thanks for all the support which so many parishioners and friends continue to share with this ministry! Meals to Heal Ministry Wednesday, January 9; 4:00 pm Meals to Heal Ministry is an outreach ministry of Trinity which reaches out to share a meal with parishioners and friends following an in-patient hospitalization or facing other challenging times. Thanks, to those who serve on the team: Marlene Claycomb, Leigh Anne Gronborg, Tammi Hess, Janelle Lowe, Mike & Pat Macchiarolo, Guy & Gloria Mellott, and Sara Poyner-Zywiolek. Please check with any team member, or Pr Short, if you would like to join us in this ministry and attend our planning meeting. ~ Other Notes ~ 249 th Annual Congregational Meeting Sunday, December 23; 9:45 am 2018 Ministry Team Highlights Election of 4 New Council Members Action on the 2019 Proposed Parish Ministry Budget 2 nd (Final) Vote on 2017 Constitution & Bylaws Amendments (Advance info is available at www.trinitylutheranbedford.com)
Thrivent Members ~ Choice Dollars and Action Team Grants Please don t let these valuable benefits go to waste Choice Dollars and Action Team Grants are 2 ways that Thrivent encourages its members to support local church and not-for-profit activities at NO COST to you. If you ve not used your 2018 Action Team grants, PLEASE contact Pr Weinhold or Pr Short, who can help you use these funds (which can be up to $500) for some local ministry of your choosing, before they expire in mid-december. Thanks! Thinking about Buying Someone a Bible for Christmas? Check out the Bible Display in Trinity Hall There are a lot of options out there when it comes to buying a Bible. Over the next month, check out the display table in Trinity Hall that highlights some great Bibles which are available and where to get them. This year there are three groupings: Pre-K, Elementary, and Adult Bibles, to help you find one that is age-appropriate. Enjoy! Some Upcoming 250 th Anniversary Special Dates & Guests Available Now! ~ The Newly Published 250 th Anniversary History of Trinity, containing more than 100 pages and many photos, are now available at $10/copy, as supplies last. Stop in Trinity Hall after liturgies on Sunday mornings or in the Church Office during the week. Sunday, December 9 ~ The 250 th Anniversary Collectible Mugs will go on sale ($20) in Trinity Hall and in the Church Office (weekdays). Because of a limited supply, they ll be made available 1/household for the first two weeks. Then, on Sunday, 12/23, additional mugs can be purchased. Sunday, January 13 ~ 250 th Anniversary Feast of the Baptism of our Lord. Bp Michael will be our guest preacher for the morning and will share in a special Rite for the blessing of our Children and a time of fellowship in Trinity Hall at 9:45 am. Sunday, March 3 ~ 250 th Anniversary Feast of The Transfiguration of our Lord. We ll welcome The Rev. Bill DeHass, former Parish Vicar and Associate Pastor (1979-1985) back to Trinity for the morning as our guest preacher. A special Fellowship Time will be hosted at 9:45 am. Please Share Copies of Your Baptism, Confirmation & Wedding Photos Our 250 th Anniversary Team will be creating photo displays in Trinity Hall, featuring Baptismal pictures (January), Confirmation pictures (March), and Wedding pictures (May). If you have pictures which you would like to share (copies please, which you don t want returned), please bring your photos to the collection box in Trinity Hall. See Dorothy Vensel or Donna Zubak with any questions.
2019 Church Council Orientation Event & Dinner Sunday, January 6, 2019 1:30 pm ~ Evaluation of Recent Ministries, Election of 2019 Officers, Negotiating 2019 Ministry Team Coordinators, Establishing plans and priorities for 2019. 5:00 pm ~ Dinner (Council Members and Spouse/Guest) at Hoss s Thanks! To our Children s Winter Clothing Ministry Shoppers: Jess Altman, Lisa Cessna, Braden Claycomb & Jason Miller, Wendy Cox, Jeanette Croner, Luke Davidson & Dan Wakefield, Iryna Detrick & Amilla Foor, Tyler Dunkle & Don Replogle, Arlene Fluke, Stacy Ford, Lisa Hagenbuch, Olivia Ickes, Toni Jackson, Sue Kensinger, Christy Kidd, Jen Klavuhn, Rosie Leppert, Fran Liebfried, Jen Liebfried, Betsy Littlefield, Mary Lorah, Janelle Lowe, Lizzy Martz & Lori Dunkle, Stephanie Martz, The Rizzo Family, Candace Secrest, Barb Short, Judy Smith, LaDonna Snyder, Sara Snyder, Denise Steele, Deb Stellfox, Dorothy Vensel, Linda Vensel, Ginger Welch, and Coordinator, Mary Ann Martz. To our Outside Decorators ~ The Church Looks Beautiful! Tom & Luke Davidson, Fred Fluke, Cam Hagenbuch, Don Replogle, Rick Smith, Jeremy Vent, Don Replogle, Jeremy Vent, and Dan Wakefield. The Sestercentennial Corner As we know, slavery became a very controversial issue during the late 1850s; an issue that would eventually lead to the American Civil War. During this time, across Bedford County, the disagreement and division regarding slavery was deepening. However, church records indicate that Trinity had taken a very strong stand against slavery as early as 1843, stating slavery was oppressive in its character and dishonorable to God and man. 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!
~ 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 Thank You for your Leadership & Service! Upcoming Council & Ministry Team Meetings and More: December 23 (Sunday); 9:45 am ~ Annual Congregational Meeting January 6 (Sunday); 1:30 pm ~ 2019 Church Council Orientation January 21 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Finance Team Meeting January 21 (Monday); 7:00 pm ~ Property Team Meeting Altar & Nave Renovation Fund ~ Original Goal: $265,365 ACTUAL FINAL COST: $255,000 Support from Capital Reserve Endowment & Memorial Funds: $56, 500 Gifts Needed from Parishioners and Friends: $198,500 Pledged Commitments from Parishioners and Friends ~ $187,300 Pledges & Donations Already Received ~ $127,730 Outstanding Pledges ~ $59,570 Additional Pledges/Gifts Needed for Payoff: $11,200 ~ 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 December 7 Attendance: 220 Tithes & Offerings: $7,131.50 Year to Date: $311,486.67 Thank You for Supporting the Ministries of Trinity with your Time, Prayers, and Generosity!
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. Please 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. Parishioners who serve on our Church Council & Ministry Teams The ministry of the Bedford Food Outreach and all who work to feed the hungry. The Children s Winter Clothing Ministry: those who share, those who shop, and the children whom we serve. For Our Nation and All Peoples Of Creation Leaders of the Nations, and our own National, State and Local Officials. Police Officers, Fire-Fighters, Rescue Workers, and Military Personnel. For Parishioners, Family Members & Friends, especially Fred & Nancy Batzel, Ann Bittner, Becky Bortz, Harry Clark, Arlene Fluke, Lizzie Martz, Laura Morse, Suella Pensinger, Peg Roadman, Mildred Pug Rose 12/9 ~ Helen Robinette (Denise Steele s friend), Cheryl Bailey (Jennifer Bailey s sister-in-law), Lisa Bradley (Janelle Lowe s sister), Pr Bill Defibaugh (Pr Short s friend), 12/2 ~ Irene Holland (Jennifer Bailey s friend), Bonnie Schnably (Joe s cousin) For Those Who Have Died and Those Who Mourn George H.W. Bush (11/30 41 st President of the U.S.), Dick Will (11/27 Gloria Mellott s & Joyce Wise s brother), Jackie Hartrampf (11/22 Jennifer Bailey s mom), Dale Elliott (11/19 Tony Kleinertz s brother), Gladys Dumeyer (10/20), Earl Johnson (10/20 Lori & Fred Dunkle s friend), Joe Gardner (10/19), Paul Detwiler Jr. (10/11 Carolyn Speicher s grandfather).
Serve the Lord with Gladness, and Come into His Presence with Singing! Psalm 100 Serving Today ~ December 9 8:30 am 11:00 am Choir/Cantor Anthem Choir Sara Poyner Zywiolek Greeters Dave & Marlene Betts Wayne & Sue Prescott Ushers Erick Seager, Christy Kidd Brenda Foor, Cyndee Ford Don Replogle, Greg Clapper Eric & Bethany Nelson Acolytes Allison Seager Luke Davidson Halee Boggs Brady Miller Lector Charlene Rose Miriam Peck Deacon Kevin Rizzo Guy Mellott Altar Guild Dave & Marlene Betts LaDonna Snyder Jessica Altman Serving Next Sunday ~ December 16 8:30 am 11:00 am Cantor/Choir Sara Poyner Zywiolek Anthem Choir Greeters Wayne & Beth Hullihen Jerry & Tanya Replogle Ushers Dan Wakefield Mike & Melinda Feaster Dan Kerr & Craig Hess Joe & Nanette Schnably Acolytes Emmi & Cameron Hagenbuch Robyn & Emily Casalena Lector Janet Raines Linda McElroy Deacon Guy Mellott Diane Cogan Altar Guild Betsy Littlefield Linda McElroy Mary Lorah Carol Feather ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ December Offering Stewards: Lisa Hagenbuch & Carol Siegfried December Property Steward: Mark Nelson December Recycling Steward: Peg Turner ~ ~ ~ ~ ~