Today at a Glance: Sunday, May 3, 2015

8 a.m. Traditional Worship

9:30 a.m. Pastor-led Bible Study—”Myth or Reality”—Chapel

9:30 a.m. “The Story of Jesus”—Meeting Room 4 & 5

9:30 a.m. Fearless Conversation—Greg Gellert—Meeting Room 1

9:30 a.m. Fearless Conversation—Church Lounge

9:30 a.m. Sunday School—Mini Gym

9:30 a.m. Sunday School (Preschool) Kindergarten Room

11 a.m. Contemporary Worship

7 p.m. Lifetree Café—Gumbo’s, 53 N. Walnut St., Mt. Clemens

>What’s Happening at TrinityCOMMITMENT WEEKEND MAY 16/17—Theme: All In. Join us as we renew our commitments to Jesus and his mission for the coming year. THE “ENGAGE GOD” 14-DAY BIBLE CHALLENGE—In preparation for our commitment weekend we are inviting everyone to participate in a 14-day Bible challenge. It’s simple. Read one passage a day (Read it multiple times to let it sink in.) and allow that Word from God to fill you and speak to you. Then reflect on this question: What is God saying to me today? If you use social media and would like to share how God is speaking to you through His Word post your thoughts on our Trinity Facebook page or send us a “tweet” @trinity_ct or #engagegodtct. Here are the readings for the 14 Day Bible Challenge:

May 3 Luke 12:13-21

May 4 Matthew 16:24-25

May 5 Ephesians 2:8-10

May 6 Colossians 2:6-9

May 7 Ecclesiastes 2:22-26

May 8 1 John 4:7-12

May 9 John 15:5-8

May 10 Matthew 6:25-34

This Week at Trinity May 4-9, 2015For a complete list of events at Trinity, visit trinityct.org and click on Calendar.

Monday (4) 1 p.m. Alanon—Church Lounge

6 p.m. Macomb County Quilt Guild—Community Center

7 p.m. The Prayer Link—Women’s Study—Youth Lounge

Tuesday (5) State Special Election—MiniGym

7:30 a.m. Great Lakes Caring—Community Center

9:30 a.m. Spiritual Warfare Study—Youth Lounge

9:30 a.m. The Early Church Study—Meeting Room 1

5:30 p.m. ECC End of the Year Program—Community Center

7 p.m. Living Your Strength—Meeting Room 1

Wednesday (6) 6 a.m. Lost Books?—Men’s Bible study—Church Lounge

9 a.m. MOPS General Meeting—Church Lounge

Noon Kiwanis—Community Center

5:30 p.m. ECC End of the Year Program—Community Center

7 p.m. Life with Jesus—Church Lounge

7 p.m. AA—Community Center

Thursday (7) 9:30 a.m. Pastoral Care Advisory Team—Church Lounge

5:30 p.m. ECC End of the Year Program—Community Center

6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University—Church Lounge

7 p.m. Trinity Purls Knitting Group—Community Center

Friday (8) 12:30 p.m. Health Ministry Team—Community Center

7 p.m. NA Meeting—Community Center

Saturday (9) 7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study—Church Lounge

PRAYER LIST

Members Who Are Ill/Recovering: Chuck Fisher, Eric Riviera, Evelyn Banach, Susan Wood, Betty Daveloose, John Cress, Rochelle Maintzer, Denise Braga, Larry Kortz, Rev. Harry Henneman, Linda Pagel, Kelly McLean, Carol Kinch, Holden Schalk, Jennifer Kaferle, Carole Toby, Shirley Bassett, Audrey Scott, Colleen Stepien, Diane Prior Others Who Are Ill/Recovering: Emma Webb, Mike Zacklan, Matt Smiegul, Ruby Richardson, Barbara Hehl, Stacey Dunlop, Karen Kayser, Polly Lillegard, Connie Hellings, Matt Ray, Jeff Primo, Paula Krassa, Ken Kuczyski, Mike Hojnacki, Jennifer Vitale, Jeannie Thimph, Louie DiVergilio, Jacqui Rosenthal, Carol Clos, Nicholas Wilkins, Elizabeth Zeidler, David Fischer, Patricia Cain, Don Hall, Brian DiBartolomeo, Jason Wright, Amy Peters, Jonnell Whitekus, Bill Clos, Keziah Gitao, Nick & Monique Winninger, Charles Henl, David James, Margie McConnell, Carol Terrell, Tim Regal, Robert Standfest, Al Brzuszek, Mary Adlen, Dan Lombardo, Julie Morack, Kathy Starnes, Michelle Schulz, Gina Whitake Mocery, Marjorie Lashorn, Jennifer Finch, Patty Palermino, Charles Hehl, Helen Swanson, Jerry Dunn, Pam & Nick Sherevan, Patricia Mankoci, Dave Gray, Doug Aitchison, Paul Altavena, Jay Paulovics, Dan Layton, Jerry Kupinski, Adam Kessel, Jeni Janz, Patricia Parsons, Jean Wilber, Patricia Parsons, Cindy Schmidt, Jeanne Robinson, Jean Walther, Kimberly Reid, Nicholas Swan, Barb Krygel, Jim Voiland, Elaine Carr, Lou Carr, Bonnie Oke, Lee Smith, Julie Johnson, Donna Barczewski and family, Rodney O’Clair, Tora Tramel, Elizabeth and Ella Counts, Julie Hicks, Beverly Comer , Nadine Yeldo, Sheila Fante, Julie Hicks, Trina Martin, Carol Pawlak & Tiffany, Jeannine Bender, Blake Turvey, Fred Miklusak

Baptism: Derek Anthony Cuciurean

Those Serving in the Armed Forces - Eric Arthur-Navy; Zachary Baumgarten-Army; Sgt. Major Louis Cage, Army, Afghanistan; Madeline Casey, Navy; Evan Ciesliga-Marines-Japan; Shelby Clippard- Navy; Lt. Colonel Joe Cognitore-Army; Mike Cuneo-Coast Guard; Chad Czischke , Chaplain-Army, Kuwait-Spc. Sgt. Lt. COL Richard Dembowski-Army; W.O. Jorge Dimmer- Marines; Major Don Ehrke, Pentagon; Melissa Flood, Navy-Bahrain; Isaac Gibson-Army, South Korea; Nathan Holloway-Air Force; Staff Sgt. Joseph Jedenasty-Army, New Mexico; Michael Kayser; Alec Kohler, Navy; Kory Kramer; Sgt. Garret LaBudde-Army Africa; Thomas LeClair-Air Force-Qatar; Ethan LeClair-Army-Korea, Senior Chief Jason Lipka, SN Christopher F. MacArthur-Navy; David A. MacArthur-Army; Sally Maize-Navy; Pvt. Anthony Marsack-Army; Lt. Mario Marval-AF, England; Spc. Robert McDonald-Army; Lt. Scott McCormick- Army; Nicholas Mellon-Army; Rodrigo Mendoza-Army; Gary Mifsud– Navy; Lt. Matthew Moeser-Navy; Sgt. Clayton Muller-Army; Michael Niemczyk-Coast Guard; Renae Niemczyk-Air Force; Cpt. Derek Olivares-Air Force-England; Joseph Pomaville-Navy-California; Graham Puranen-Navy; PFO John Renard-Army; Zachary Rice-Navy, Japan; WO Michael Rich; Afghanistan; Cpt. Sean Schess-AF, Texas; Troy Sears-Air Force; Joshua Schumaker, Army, Hawaii, Brandon Spader-Air Force, Iraq, Nicky Spader, Air Force , Sgt. Christopher Stanifer-Army; Randy Tirsell-Army; Thomas Woloszyk-Air Force, England; Randy Yates, Army, Afghanistan, CPT; Jacob Yore,Civilians Supporting Military - Paula Smith

>Announcements WOMEN’S LEAGUE’S End of Season Banquet is at Sycamore Hills on Wednesday, May 13 at 6pm. Deadline to purchase tickets is Thursday, April 30. For more info, or to purchase tickets, contact Christie Sipila at dc629@icloud.com or call 248-891-4359. Tickets are $22. MEN’S SOFTBALL—Men of Trinity interested in playing softball—We are in the process of assembling team(s) for local Lutheran fellowship league on Tuesday evenings to start May 26. Reasonable team fee. Contact Brian Burnette at Briananthonyburnette@yahoo or (586)260-1284 or Damon Rosenthal at Damon.Rosenthal@comcast.net or (586) 876-1725. SHOP WITH AMAZON SMILE FOR MOTHER’S DAY—Do you plan to order a gift for mom from Amazon? Don’t forget to shop with Amazon Smile to help Trinity earn money. Visit Smile.Amazon.com and search for Trinity Lutheran Church Clinton Township. Select it as the organization to support. Shop at Smile.Amazon.com and all sales earn Trinity .5% of the total. It’s important to remember all sales must be made at SMILE.AMAZON.COM to earn credit for Trinity. For more information about using Amazon Smile to support Trinity, contact Jeremy Ashley at 586-463-8803 ext. 142 or jashley@trinityct.org.

LUTHERAN NORTH GOLF OUTING—Lutheran High North’s annual Mustang Golf Outing will be held on Monday, June 22, 2015 at Cracklewood Golf Course on 24 Mile Road just east of Romeo Plank Road. The four-man scramble will tee off at 10am. Check the website lhn.lhsa.com under the ‘Resource’ tab for the registration form and send it in with $100.00 to reserve a great round of golf, fun, and fellowship.

>WorshipLET YOUR FRIENDS KNOW YOU’RE HERE—Check into Facebook! It’s a great witness to your network of friends. ANNUAL STEWARDSHIP EMPHASIS: Today we continue our preaching series called LOADED: A Richer Perspective on Money. This week’s reading is Matthew 6:25-34. Money is a loaded issue. It's loaded with emotion, loaded with temptation… loaded with options. This makes money one of the most difficult - and most important – things to talk about. In this teaching series we’ll consider what God’s Word has to say about the stranglehold money and materialism has on our lives, the “servant role” of money in our lives, how to be a more generous giver for the sake of Christ’s mission, and how to take some personal action steps in more faithfully stewarding this gift of God. Our Stewardship series will conclude with our Commitment Weekend on May 16/17. May 10: Mark 12:41-44—The Widow’s Mite

>GrowADULT BIBLE CLASSES AND SUNDAY SCHOOL CONTINUE TODAY AT 9:30 A.M.NEW B.L.A.S.T. UNIT – “Money and Time”. On Sunday, May 3rd we launch a new Sunday School topic for students in grades Kindergarten through Grade 5. Through Bible lessons and activities, the students will learn that as good managers of God’s different gifts, they can use these gifts for the good of others. Workshop stations include: games, video and art. Meet in the School Mini-Gym at 9:30 a.m. PASTOR-LED BIBLE STUDY – MYTH or REALITY? Stewardship is the free and joyous activity of the child of God and God’s family, the Church, in managing all of life’s resources for God’s purposes. Join Pastor Gary and Pastor Ken to explore Twelve Myths and Realities of Christian Stewardship. Meet in the Chapel Sundays at 9:30 a.m. "THE STORY OF JESUS” We continue a chronological study of the life of Christ using all four of the Gospels. Meeting Rooms 4-5, Leader: Kathy Bell FEARLESS CONVERSATION – Two sections are now offered. This series led by Greg Gellert, is in Meeting Room 1. A new Fearless Conversation topic, “Why is Grace so Amazing?” continues in the Church Lounge with Vicki Marshall and John Swatosh and Allen and Debbie Pienkowski as facilitators. MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIESNEW MEN’S BIBLE STUDY BEGINS MAY 13 – “1 and 2 Thessalonians – How Can I Be Sure?” - Do you wonder whether you will be with Jesus after you die? At times we all feel anxious and insecure about life - and about our faith. The Thessalonians were asking these questions, and Paul wrote 1 & 2 Thessalonians to help them find assurance. They can help you be certain as well. Starts Wednesday, May 13, 6–7 a.m. Location: Church Lounge. Coffee, pastries and study guide provided. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY - “The Prayer Link – Reaching the Unsaved for Christ”We will cover many aspects of what Scripture says concerning salvation, faith, and prayer. Meets Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Leader: Bonnie Young. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – “The Early Church”—This video course features Ray Vander Laan in the “Faith Lessons” series. Meets Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Leader: Linda Gawinski. Location: Meeting Room 1. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY–“Spiritual Warfare – Overcoming the Enemy.” Meets Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Youth Lounge. Leaders: Lila Tirsell and Mary Hartman.

>Serve FOOD PANTRY—At this time, we are in need of the following: peanut butter, oil, canned soups and chili, pancake mix and syrup, canned soup, canned fruit, breakfast cereals/oatmeal, completed dinners, juices, Spaghetti “O,” jelly, cookies, rice, mac-n-cheese, Hamburger and Tuna Helpers, canned veggies, canned tuna, bread, toiletries such as shampoo, toilet paper, paper towel, laundry soap, dish soap, bath soap, hand lotion.

>Impact MissionsGROUNDWORK GUATEMALA—Today we wrap up our celebration of Groundwork Guatemala. This weekend, at all three services, there will be refreshments in the church foyer and information about Groundwork. Members of the 2015 team will be there to thank you for your years of support. A list of items still needed in Guatemala is available. Please join us in celebrating and supporting Groundwork Guatemala and their ministry. FAMILY OF GOD (FOG) MISSION has an urgent and constant need for paper products such as paper towels, plates, bowls and cups. Plastic shopping bags and coffee are high volume needs as well. Place your contribution in the FOG box at the Donation Center.

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LIFETREE CAFÉ-For clips and descriptions, go to lifetreecafe.com. Lifetree uses personal stories on video to explore topics, gain new insights, and see God-at-work in fresh ways. Sundays, 7 p.m., at Gumbo’s, 53 N. Walnut St. (1/2 way between Macomb Place & New St.) Upcoming topics include: May 3-What makes relationships tick; May 10-Can God Love a mess like me; May 17-Where's the Justice; May 24-How to pay attention; May 31-Low-cost No-cost adventures Questions? Contact Pam Jones at 586-790-2004 or mspamelaj@yahoo.com.

>Human CareLIVING WELL WITH DIABETES—All are welcomed to the last session on May 8 at 1:30 pm in the Community Center. Our speaker will be a Nephrologist Dr. Joseph Kaiser speaking on the topic of Diabetic Kidney Disease. For more info, contact Karen Cuneo at 586-469-4148 or through the church office. MARRIAGE IN TROUBLE? – If you are considering divorce, but are confused about what to do, there is a new opportunity called, “Discernment Counseling.” It’s for people who aren’t sure if divorce is the right path for them, want to take a look at their relationship before making a decision and who want to give their marriage another chance. Contact David Brown at Trinity Christian Counseling. Call 586-468-0401 or email counseling@trinityct.org STEPHEN MINISTRY- O Lord, our good shepherd, just as you care for your flock and for the lost sheep, you call us to care for those within and outside our congregation who are struggling with the challenges of life. Help each of us to recognize their needs so that we can reach out with your love and compassion. Help us also to recognize those who could benefit from additional care so that we may guide them to our pastors and Stephen leaders. We pray in the name of Jesus Amen. Call the church office to reach a Stephen leader.

>Member Engagement LIVING YOUR STRENGTHS JOURNEY–God has uniquely designed each of us with a set of talents. We offer the 7-week Living Your Strengths Journey 3-4 times/year to help you uncover your “Top 5” talent themes and how they make you “you.” Following is 1 of 34 themes and how it’s designed to bless. For more info, about the next class, contact Sue von Fange at svonfange@trinityct.org. THE BLESSING OF THE POSITIVITY TALENT is found in the impact that you can and will have in the lives of other people. You see the best in each person, and want to bring out the best in everyone. People grow because of your influence in their lives. You have great impact on groups and individuals. Simply stated, everyone gets better if you are nearby and interacting with them. How do you use your Positivity talent in service of God and others?

>School Happenings at TrinityVOLUNTEERS NEEDED—Volunteers are needed to help run Field Day at Trinity. Please call the school office at 586-468-8511 if you can help. A planning meeting will be held soon. Field Day is Thursday, May 28 from 1-3pm.

OPEN ENROLLMENT—Trinity has a few opening in some classrooms for the 2015-16 school year. Please encourage your friends to call the school office at 586-468-8511 for more information. WALK-A-THON—Our annual walk-a-thon is scheduled for the morning of Friday, May 22. That is a half day of school. The students will walk for 5 miles in the parking lot before going to the gym for some fun games and prizes for students. Everyone is invited to walk with us, including younger siblings in strollers, etc. as well. It is just a great time of fun! The goal once again this year is to have each student raise $100 toward this year’s project for improving the school. The big project this year is the renovation of the school lobby.

ATTENTION KROGER SHOPPERS—If you are a part of the Kroger Community Rewards and have a Kroger Plus card, please update your information on the Kroger website. If you are NOT signed up and you have a Kroger card, enroll at krogercommunityrewards.com Trinity’s NPO # is 83224. Questions: Contact Sarah Howard in the school office at 586-468-8511. EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER NOW ENROLLING—Trinity Early Childhood Center is enrolling for half-day preschool

classes for fall 2015. We have some openings in our Terrific Twos, Three and Four Year-Old Preschool and Young Fives Classes. Please call the center at 586-463-8803 or stop in for more information.

>Middle School & High School MinistryHIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS—Don’t forget that we meet together on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month @ 6 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Questions? Contact Jenna Thompson at jennalthompson@gmail.com or PB at pastorbrian@trinityct.org. MIDDLE SCHOOLERS—Don’t forget - there are regular Middle School [6th-8th] events on Sunday’s when there is NO Confirmation starting at 4 p.m. in the Youth Lounge. Questions? Contact the Chauvins at chauvin12@comcast.net or PB at pastorbrian@trinityct.org.