MinistryAnnouncementsfortheweekofJune5-12,2016

Our Sunday Schedule 8:30 – Worship with Communion

9:30 – Fellowship & Learning Hour 10:30 – Worship with Communion Current Ministry Opportunities Please see the related articles in the body of the newsletter for more information on the opportunities listed below.

v A - I/We will provide goodies for the Upper Arlington 4th of July parade hospitality. v B – I/We will attend Women of Faith at Cap City Diner on Tuesday, June 14.

New This Week Acolyte Training Being an acolyte is one of the ways Holy Trinity’s young people learn first-hand about serving in the church. Yana and Daria Williams, our acolyte ministry leaders, will be available between worship services (around 9:30 am) on Sunday, June 5 to help provide training to rising 6th graders as well as any other middle school students that have not yet received acolyte instruction. Hope to see you then! Fourth of July Hospitality & Outreach Each year, Holy Trinity shows its support of the Upper Arlington community by welcoming neighbors during the annual 4th of July parade, providing cold water and tasty treats to parade goers. If you would like to provide home-baked or store-bought goodies for the parade, please sign up at the Collection & Signup Corner in the Gathering Place or mark Ministry Opportunity A on the All Good Gifts card. Treats should be dropped off by 8:30 am on Monday, July 4. Thanks for your help! July 4 Patriotic Concert & Sing-along Everyone is invited to enjoy a full patriotic organ concert and sing-along led by Minister of Music Joshua Brodbeck immediately following Upper Arlington’s 4th of July parade. The concert at Holy Trinity is free and open to the public. There will be opportunity to contribute to a free-will offering collected that day to benefit a local charity. Play Ball! The Holy Trinity co-ed softball team is gearing up for another season and eager to welcome new people that are interested in playing. Games take place on Sunday afternoons through early August at St. James Lutheran Church, located at the corner of Trabue and Rome-Hilliard Roads. There will be a double-header this Sunday, June 5 with games at 3:30 & 5:30 pm. Since everyone misses a few games for vacation and family activities throughout the summer, it’s helpful to have as deep a roster as possible. All confirmed women and men (high school and up) are eligible to play. Please contact Mark Abell or Doug Myser with questions.

Attention: WELCA Leaders It’s time to begin planning for the next season of WELCA Circle meetings and events so that the program booklet can be prepared. Please have your program chair submit your schedule of programs for 2016-17 to the church office by July 1. Also, please be sure to include any address, phone number, or name changes that need to be updated. For questions, please contact Karen Larson at 614-486-3436 or at the church email, email@engagedbygrace.org. Many thanks! Summer Music Series – Tuesdays at Trinity You are cordially invited to attend the 32nd Annual Summer Music Series at Trinity Lutheran Seminary entitled Tuesdays at Trinity. The first concert on Tuesday, June 7 will feature the Tom Battenberg and Friends Jazz Quintet presenting a variety of jazz favorites at 7:30 pm in the Gloria Dei Worship Center, 2199 E. Main Street. The second concert features Ladies of Longford with Irish Dancers, an all-women contemporary Celtic band on June 14 and the Brass Band of Columbus will close out the series on Tuesday, June 21. All concerts are free and open to the public. Visit http://www.tlsohio.edu/life-at-trinity/music/tuesdays-at-trinity-2016 or call 614-464-3532 for more information. Sunday Scripture Discussion Meeting Sunday mornings, 9:30-10:25 am in the church library, with lively discussion, teaching and fellowship, deepen your understanding of the gospel, epistle, and Old Testament readings of the day’s worship service. A different person leads the discussion each week. This week’s leader is Ken Sauer. Please contact Carl Peterson for more information. Stewardship Corner Jesus said, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions” (Luke 12:15). In contrast to Jesus’ warning, the world tells us that greed is good. Our society makes every effort to entice us to live a materialistic lifestyle. Costly and manipulative advertising bombards us daily for the purpose of creating a desire for more and more things. We are told that we need one luxury after another. Only with the help of the Holy Spirit will we not fall prey to the pulls of the world. God calls us to be in the world but not of the world. As John wrote, “Do not love the world or anything in the world” (1 John 2:15). Through faith, we know that “the world and its desires pass away,” but those who follow the Lord will live forever. (1 John 2:17). For more info on stewardship, contact Max Buban at maxmbuban@sbcglobal.net or 614-771-9460.

News of Invite Ministries We Rejoice With: Sharon Hamersley at the birth of her grandson, Evan Scott Cirker, on May 18

New Prayer Concerns: Alice Salzgaber, hospitalized at Riverside Gavin Larrimer, rcovering from a fall and hospitalized at the American Hospital in Paris The family of Annie Forts, aunt of Jared Forts, who died last week

Prayers for Our Members: Barbara Dougherty, hospitalized at Riverside Christian Chappell, recovering at home Julius Nemeth, recently hospitalized Roy Truemper, recovering from eye surgery Steve Gladman, at home Claire Christman, 8-month-old daughter of Heidi & Mike Christman, at home Peg Timm, dealing with multiple medical issues

Prayers for Our Families and Friends: Paul Pryor, husband of Chris Pryor, recovering at home Patty & Gene Uhrig, friends of Herb & Janet Maxwell Peter Lindbergh, visiting choir member Marvin Wright, husband of Hazel Wright Carol Duhig, daughter of Richard and Carol Rutter Megan and Cohen, sister and prematurely-born nephew of TJ Lynch Lou Shore, sister-in-law of Carol Stewart Jackie, daughter of Sandy Quarles Jessica, granddaughter of Jenny Peters Peter Nichols’ mother Dick Moorhead, father of Susan Poling-Jones

Carol Saufley, sister of Miriam Ringquist Carol Ackerman, friend of Pat Gladman & Pastor Steve Wachtman Paul Scheiderer, cousin of Barb Campbell & Jon Scheiderer Herb Schneider, father of Amy Schueler Terry Madden, friend of Herb and Janet Maxwell Scott Larrimer, son of Alice & Gavin Larrimer Jessie Wukie, friend of Celeste Chappell-Bates The wife of Louis, new co-worker of Celeste Chappell-Bates Brian Good, acquaintance of John & Judy McKitrick Jay Archer, friend of Jack & Norma Rauch Ryan Selig, friend of Celeste Chappell-Bates Kathleen Dillon, friend of MJ Neiman Melissa Nelson, niece of Chris Grabenstatter, and her family Mary Boyer, friend of the Schuelers Neve Bowden, 4-year-old daughter of Krissy Malatesta’s friend, Maggie Pamela and Ryan Adams, daughter and son-in-law of Barbara Keller Ken Parker, husband of Celeste Chappell-Bates’s cousin Rebekah Spicuglia, friend of Celeste Chappell-Bates Joan Doerr, friend of Max and Francine Buban Larry Todt, cousin of Shirley Boyd Lynda Krieger, aunt of Leah Forts Cathy Copley, friend of Elizabeth Sammons Rebecca Reynolds, niece of Janet Maxwell Kirk Goslee, family member of Janette MacConnell Sharon DeVrou, friend of Bill Eubanks Larry Behum, Setterlins’ neighbor Gary Wright, son of Hazel Wright Andy Nelson, nephew of Chris Grabenstatter Those affected by natural disasters. The Armed forces, and the innocent victims of war & terror around the world. Worship Nursery A nursery is open and available for young children on Sunday mornings during worship. It is located off the hallway to the left as you leave the sanctuary. Follow the signs or ask one of the ushers if you need help finding it. Children’s Pages and Activity Bags People of all ages are invited to worship at Holy Trinity. Children’s activity pages for readers and pre-readers are located at the Reception Window outside the entrance to the sanctuary. Activity bags for the youngest among us are located in the same vicinity. Feel free to utilize the materials during worship and return the bags following the service. Rally Day – Save the Date For those of you that like to plan ahead, mark your calendar for Rally Day Sunday, August 21 when we’ll kick off the 2016-2017 ministry year. Summer Music Opportunities Anyone interested in sharing his/her musical gifts during the summer months, please notify Minister of Music Joshua Brodbeck with the date(s) you are available. “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.” (Psalm 100:1)

News of Embrace Ministries Women of Faith Women of Faith invite all women of the congregation and their friends to join them on Tuesday, June 14 at 11:30 am for lunch at Cap City Diner, 1299 Olentangy River Road. Please sign up at the Collection & Signup Corner or on the All Good Gifts card Ministry Opportunity A. Sponsor a Lutherland Pilgrimage Traveler Holy Trinity’s Youth Group Lutherland Pilgrimage Travelers are offering sponsorships at the display in the Gathering Place. Sponsorships include personalized update communications during the pilgrimage, a memento collected on the trip and a special invitation to the Pilgrimage presentation when the group returns … all in exchange for a freewill donation of the sponsor’s choosing. As always, thank you for all your prayers and support.

Congratulations, Graduates! On Sunday, May 29, we offered prayers and recognized Holy Trinity’s members of the Class of 2016:

High School Natalie Amling, graduated Upper Arlington High School, attending The Ohio State University (engineering) Ann Heuerman - graduated Upper Arlington High School, the University of Wisconsin Paul Thomas Kruse - graduated Upper Arlington High School, attending Miami University Emily Landenberger - graduated Hilliard Davidson High School, attending William Woods University Emma Ortquist - graduated Upper Arlington High School, attending the University of Cincinnati Nathan Poling - graduated Upper Arlington High School, attending Loyola University Macala Schirtzinger - graduated South-Western Career Academy, attending Mount Carmel School of Nursing Elli Wachtman - graduated Upper Arlington High School, attending Capital University

College Alex Meyer, graduated from Wittenberg University, major in computer science and minor in music Selby Gage, graduated from the College of Charleston, attending Graduate School at Elon University

Graduate School Katya Brodbeck, Methodist Theological School in Ohio, Master of Divinity with focus on Biblical Texts/Languages Nick Gladman, University of Wisconsin, PhD in Genetics. Doing post-doctoral work for the Dept. of Agriculture Camp Volunteers Needed This Summer Lutheran Outdoor Ministries in Ohio is in need of volunteers during specific weeks of the summer. If you are able to help with any of the weeks below, please see their website www.lomocamps.org for more information and to volunteer.

Camp Mowana Week 1 June 12-17: Chaplain & Discovery Leader Week 2 June 19-24: Chaplain & Health Care Provider Week 3 June 28-July 3: Chaplain Week 6 July 17-22: Discovery Leader Week 7 July 26-31: Chaplain

Lutheran Memorial Camp Week 1 June 12-17: Health Care Provider Week 2 June 19-24: Health Care Provider & Chaplain Week 4 July 3-8: Health Care Provider, Grandparent, & Chaplain Week 5 July 10-15: Health Care Provider, Grandparent, & Chaplain

Camp Luther Week 5 July 10-16: Camp Chaplain Week 6 July 17-23: Adult Discovery Leader Vacation Bible School – July 25 – 28, 2016 Vacation Bible School at Holy Trinity will be conducted from 9:00-11:30am Monday, July 25–Thursday, July 28. Children ages 3 (by July 25) through those entering 5th grade are invited to enjoy Oceans of Fun with storytelling, music, service projects, snacks and much more! Pick up a paper VBS registration form at the reception window or click VBS registration form 2016 to Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love! Registration forms can also be submitted electronically from Holy Trinity’s website at http://www.engagedbygrace.org/vbs-registration-form/ Library News There have been some generous contributions to Holy Trinity’s library that may be of interest to you. The family of Dot Wheatley has kindly donated the following books that Dot found especially helpful in her growth in faith and they wanted to share them with the congregation.

The Woman’s Study Bible - A comprehensive Bible (New King James version) that includes helpful background information about each chapter and verse. It’s an excellent tool for women’s Bible study. The Music of His Promises - An uplifting book that brings light into our darkest days. “On dark days when the only song we feel like singing is a dirge, we can pray, ‘Let the music of thy promises be on my tongue.’” (Psalm 119:172) A Woman God Can Use - An excellent resource of learning how women of the Old Testament can help today’s women make good life choices. 40 Days and 40 Nights - An up-to-date devotional for your faith journey for Lent.

Thank you to the Wheatley family for sharing some of Dot’s faith-forming resources. These titles are on display in the church library.

Summertime and the living is easy! (Well for the most part!) Summer has finally shown up and the kids are out of school. If you’re relaxing on the patio, pool deck, or traveling, please remember Holy Trinity’s library has a variety of books that will help you get in that relaxation mode. We have shelves full of fiction, uplifting stories, and references for your ongoing faith journey. Check it out! News of Empower Ministries Fore Christ Golf Tournament This year’s Fore Christ Golf Tournament will be on Saturday, July 30th at Chapel Hill Golf Course. The charity will again be the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio and yes, we will be having the famous pork chop dinner following the tournament. Pick up a brochure at the Collection and Signup Corner for all the details. Please contact Ron Eppley at eppleyr@juno.com with questions. God’s blessings!

Holy Trinity Schedule of Worship Servers – June 2016

Date Time Welcome Center

Assisting Ministers Acolytes Nursery Attendants

Lay Reader Ushers Communion Assistants

Bread Bakers Communion Ministry Team

June 5

8:30 Taylor & Regan Schirtzinger

Ron Benedick Ron Benedick, Tom Wuichet

Elli Wachtman & Natalie Amling

Gages

Higbee & Tanner

10:30 Peg Steele Quinn Caldwell & Kevin Roberts

Bob Campbell Carroll Neff, Benson Ross, Doug Myser

Ann & Dale Trenary

June 12

8:30 TJ Lynch Chris & Emma Schueler

Alan Gaulke John Gray, Alan Gaulke, Erik Yassenoff

Ron Benedick & Sharon Hamersley

Chris Grabenstatter

Grabenstatter & Wilhelm

10:30 Tim Hudson Katy Colvin & Elizabeth Cramer

Dyann Taylor John Schueler, Bob Houser, Chris Pryor

Don & Karen Larson

June 19

8:30 Sharon Hamersley Will Gray & Lucas Shelley

Laura Hudson AC Cochran, Dave Fenner, Keith Darding

Lisa Gladman

Duncan & Michael

10:30 Sue Eubanks Evelyn Thomas & Annie Cucksey

Nancy Riley Jim Henderson, Bob Campbell, Barb Campbell, Peter Nichols

Mike Higbee & Susan Magorien

June 26

8:30 TJ Lynch Becky Warnement

Matt Sharp, Jeff Warnement

Peter & Dan Brooks

Susan Setterlin

Perry & Warnement

10:30 Max Buban Max Gonsiska & Andrew Sass

Elli Cucksey Phil Favret, JoAnn Curry, John Quarles, Adam Wagenbach

Peter Ward & Deb Bickford

Financials through April 2016 – Detailed information is available at the Member Services kiosk. Contributions: Receipts Expenses Contributions: Receipts Expenses Apr. Actual: $ 37,394 $ 43,871 YTD Actual: $142,272 $184,997 Budget: $ 43,340 $ 45,727 Budget: $173,360 $194,402 Attendance: May 29, 2016 – 8:30 am – 51; First English – 15; 10:30 am – 125 Sunday, June 5 Worship Text: 1 Kings 17:17-24; Galatians 1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17 Sunday, June 12 Worship Text: 2 Samuel 11:26 – 12:10, 13-15; Galatians 2:15-21; Luke 7:36-8:3

Ministry Calendar at Holy Trinity for June 5 -12, 2016

Sunday, June 5, 2016 8:30 am – Worship with Communion 9:30 am – Learning & Fellowship Hour 10:30 am – Worship with Communion 3:30 pm – Softball vs. St. James 5:30 pm – Softball vs. Abundant Life Monday 6:00 pm - BSA 555 Court of Honor Tuesday 7:00 pm – Beloved Group 8:00 pm – Young Adults Study

Wednesday 10:15 am - Preacher’s Bible Study Thursday No Events Scheduled Friday No Events Scheduled Saturday 9:30 am – Yoga 10:00 am – Knitting for Needy Sunday, June 12, 2016 8:30 am – Worship with Communion 9:30 am – Sunday Scripture Discussion 10:30 am – Worship with Communion 11:45 am – Faith Formation Steering Team 2:30 pm – Softball vs. Columbia Heights

Holy Trinity members helped prepare and serve breakfast at First English Lutheran Church on Sunday, May 29. The Holy Trinity Staff & Office Hours*: Pastor: Steve Wachtman (steve.wachtman@engagedbygrace.org ) Preschool: Nancy VanFossen (nancy.vanfossen@engagedbygrace.org ) Monday-Friday 8:30am-2:30pm Administrator: Laura Hudson (laura.hudson@engagedbygrace.org ) Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:30pm Minister of Music: Joshua Brodbeck (joshua.brodbeck@engagedbygrace.org ) *other hours available by appointment