THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION AT TRINITY: The Lord’s Supper is celebrated in this congregation in the belief and confidence that in this Sac- rament, Christ is truly present, giving us His body and blood, in, with and under the forms of bread and wine (1 Corinthians 10:16, Mark 14:22-24). As Christians (and specifically as Mis- souri Synod Lutherans), we believe that it is through Jesus Christ alone that we have the hope of eternal life. We believe that we are sinners in need of forgiveness and that in the Lord ’s Supper, God gives that forgiveness, strengthens our faith, and strengthens our union with Him and each other (Romans 3:23, Matthew 26:26-28). As Christians, we also believe that as we come to the Lord ’s Supper, we are making a com- mitment to amend our sinful lives with the help of the Holy Spirit (2 Timothy 2:19, Romans 8:6). GUESTS AND VISITORS: Because those who eat and drink our Lord ’s body and blood unworthily do so to their harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not yet instructed or confirmed, or who hold to a doctrinal position differing from that of this congregation and the Lu- theran Church - Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive the sacrament, are asked first to speak with the pastor (1 Corinthians 11:27-29). At Trinity we practice Close Communion as adopted by our Synod in Convention. ALCOHOL CONTENT IN WINE: The “red” wine in the chalice and in the outer rings of the communion cup tray contains alcohol. The “white” wine in the center of the tray is de-alcoholized wine (alcohol nearly 100% removed). You may use the red or white wine in the tray but please remember that the chalice has only “red” wine with normal alcohol content. Q: Typical question asked by visitors: Can only LCMS members take communion at Trinity Burr Ridge? A: The Luther an Chur ch—Missouri Synod has never understood or applied the historic practice of close[d] Communion in such a way as to mean that only LCMS members are permitted to commune at LCMS altars. The official position of the Synod is that not only are members of other Lutheran churches with whom we are in altar and pulpit fellowship invited to commune with us, but also that in certain extraordinary cases of pastoral care and in emergencies members of churches not in fellowship with us may be given Communion. The Synod stated, for exam- ple, in 1986 "that pastors and congregations of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod continue to abide by the prac- tice of close Communion, which includes the necessity of exercising responsible pastoral care in extraordinary situa- tions and circumstances" (1986 Res. 3-08 "To Maintain Practice of Close Communion"). Please see www.lcms.org for more information. Gluten Free Communion Wafers Available Upon Request ~ Please request from Pastor Bob at least 10 minutes before the service. Today, the flowers are placed on God’s altar by Karen Mueller in loving memory of Eleanor Mueller Third Sunday of Advent 8:30 a.m. service will follow p. 184 setting 3 Opening #348; Sermon: #338; Closing: #349 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service HC You Are Invited to Our Adult Bible Study at 9:45 a.m. in our church library. 8:30 a.m. Service ~ Rejoice Choir ~ Shine, Advent Candle, Shine! Come, O come Emmanuel, change our darkness into light. Come, O come O Prince of Peace, send a ray of hope tonight. Shine, Advent candle, shine! Come, O come Emmanuel, save your children, hear our plea; Come, O come, O Prince of Peace, Light of Nations, set us free! Come, O come Emmanuel, Advent promise, life made new; Come, O come, O Prince of Peace, we prepare our hearts for you. Advent comes from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming” or “arrival.” The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ in his First Advent, and the anticipation of the return of Christ in his Second Advent. Today is the Third Sunday of Advent or Gaudete (Latin for Rejoice) Sunday, the pink “Candle of Joy” is lit which means the angels sang a message of joy. "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice. (Philippians 4:4) Trinity Lutheran Church and School To reach up in worship, reach out through evangelism, and reach in by discipleship Church Announcements For The Week of December 11, 2016
Transcript
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION AT TRINITY:
The Lord’s Supper is celebrated in this congregation in the belief and confidence that in this Sac-
rament, Christ is truly present, giving us His body and blood, in, with and under the forms of
bread and wine (1 Corinthians 10:16, Mark 14:22-24). As Chr istians (and specifically as Mis-
souri Synod Lutherans), we believe that it is through Jesus Christ alone that we have the hope of
eternal life. We believe that we are sinners in need of forgiveness and that in the Lord’s Supper,
God gives that forgiveness, strengthens our faith, and strengthens our union with Him and each other (Romans 3:23,
Matthew 26:26-28). As Chr istians, we also believe that as we come to the Lord ’s Supper, we are making a com-
mitment to amend our sinful lives with the help of the Holy Spirit (2 Timothy 2:19, Romans 8:6).
GUESTS AND VISITORS: Because those who eat and dr ink our Lord ’s body and blood unworthily do so to
their harm and because Holy Communion is a confession of the faith which is confessed at this altar, any who are not
yet instructed or confirmed, or who hold to a doctrinal position differing from that of this congregation and the Lu-
theran Church - Missouri Synod, and yet desire to receive the sacrament, are asked first to speak with the pastor (1
Corinthians 11:27-29). At Tr inity we practice Close Communion as adopted by our Synod in Convention.
ALCOHOL CONTENT IN WINE: The “red” wine in the chalice and in the outer rings of the communion cup tray
contains alcohol. The “white” wine in the center of the tray is de-alcoholized wine (alcohol nearly 100% removed).
You may use the red or white wine in the tray but please remember that the chalice has only “red” wine with normal
alcohol content.
Q: Typical question asked by visitors: Can only LCMS members take communion at Trinity Burr Ridge?
A: The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod has never understood or applied the historic practice of close[d]
Communion in such a way as to mean that only LCMS members are permitted to commune at LCMS altars.
The official position of the Synod is that not only are members of other Lutheran churches with whom we are in altar
and pulpit fellowship invited to commune with us, but also that in certain extraordinary cases of pastoral care and in
emergencies members of churches not in fellowship with us may be given Communion. The Synod stated, for exam-
ple, in 1986 "that pastors and congregations of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod continue to abide by the prac-
tice of close Communion, which includes the necessity of exercising responsible pastoral care in extraordinary situa-
tions and circumstances" (1986 Res. 3-08 "To Maintain Practice of Close Communion"). Please see
www.lcms.org for more information.
Gluten Free Communion Wafers Available Upon Request ~ Please request from Pastor Bob at least
10 minutes before the service.
Today, the flowers are placed on God’s altar by
Karen Mueller in loving memory of Eleanor Mueller
Third Sunday of Advent 8:30 a.m. service will follow p. 184 setting 3
Opening #348; Sermon: #338; Closing: #349
10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service HC
You Are Invited to Our Adult Bible Study
at 9:45 a.m. in our church library.
8:30 a.m. Service ~ Rejoice Choir ~ Shine, Advent Candle, Shine! Come, O come Emmanuel, change our darkness into light. Come, O come O Prince of Peace, send a ray of hope tonight. Shine, Advent candle, shine! Come, O come Emmanuel, save your children, hear our plea; Come, O come, O Prince of Peace, Light of Nations, set us free! Come, O come Emmanuel, Advent promise, life made new; Come, O come, O Prince of Peace, we prepare our hearts for you.
Advent comes from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming” or “arrival.” The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ in his First
Advent, and the anticipation of the return of Christ in his Second Advent. Today is the Third Sunday of Advent or Gaudete (Latin for Rejoice) Sunday, the pink “Candle of Joy” is lit which means the angels sang a message of joy.
"Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice. (Philippians 4:4)
Trinity Lutheran Church and School To reach up in worship, reach out through evangelism, and reach in by discipleship
Church Announcements For The Week of December 11, 2016
Our Advent Worship Services continue at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday The services will focus on different Chrismons which are decorations that represent different
Christian symbols. They are often used on Christmas trees in churches and homes.
Week 3 = December 14 = “Lamb of God” ~ Jesus as the lamb of God Week 4 = December 21 = “The Babe” ~ Baby Jesus
COME AND JOIN THE BELL AND/OR SANCTUARY CHOIRS!!!
The Bell Choir plays in church, at the 8:30 a.m. services only, about once a month, and we have weekly rehearsals. The Bell Choir rehearsals will be on Wednesday evenings in the church narthex from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. The ability to read music is not required, but helpful, and anyone high school age and beyond is most welcome to join us!
The Sanctuary Choir sings in church, at the 8:30 a.m. services only, and also has Wednesday evening rehearsals, in the church balcony, from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. We sing in unison, 2-part and 4-part harmony formats, and all voice parts are needed and welcome! We sing anthems from the 16th Century right up to the present, and, WE HAVE LOTS OF FUN!
JOY CLUB: Join us on Thursday, December 15 at 11:30 a.m. for our Chr istmas par ty. Please bring a $3.00 gift for Crazy Bunco.
Please contact Joyce Tomes at 630-257-2927 or Helen Voelz at 630-325-1063 if you have questions.
You are invited to Trinity’s Children’s Christmas Service on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m.
in the Eugene Rall Gymnasium (school gym). The title is “Messiah’s Messengers”,
so we will hear about the role of the angels in the Bible and especially at Christmas.
Invite your friends and relatives to come and hear the children tell the Christmas story in word and song.
The Ladies Aid Advent Tea is scheduled for December 12th at 6:30 p.m. If you wish to attend, please contact Sheri Abernathy (630-243-8960). This year, the tea will take place
in the Fellowship Hall. We will be collecting Hats & Gloves as well. This is a very special event that dazzles everyone’s imagination with the unique table decorations. The finger foods are scrumptious! This is an event you do not want to miss!!
Church News
Gift cards will be sold between church services on Sunday December 11th, cash and carry only. The next custom order will be placed on December 12. Order will be back before Christmas.
For assistance please call Michelle Bouchard 708-945-5350. Online orders can also be purchased at www.shopwithscrip.com.
Trinity New Member Class ~ “God Connects” We will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the church
library on: Jan 17, 24, 31 and Feb 7.
Sign up in the narthex, church office, or call 708-839-1200
Our Holiday Worship Schedule (invite a friend or neighbor):
Trinity Lutheran School Christmas Program, Sunday, December 18 at 1:30 p.m.
Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24 at 4:30 p.m. HC Contemporary, 6:30 p.m. HC Traditional and 10:00 p.m. (Candlelight)
Traditional Service on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25 at 10:00 a.m. HC (one service on Sunday)
Give Blood and Save a Life!! Save the Date! Heartland Blood Drive! Trinity Lutheran School is hosting a blood drive on December 20th from 2:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Please register in the school office!
New Church Service Time: The Contemporary Worship Service Time will be changing
on January 1, 2017 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Church News
BIBLE STUDIES All studies are weekly unless otherwise noted. Sunday Morning Adult and Youth Bible Studies – 9:45 a.m. – 10:35 a.m.
The Adult is held in the Church Library and led by Pastor Bob. This study will be the Answers in Genesis curriculum.
Youth Bible Class is held in the Youth Room and is led by Rob Grady. Sunday School is held in the Trinity School for Three-Year-Olds through Grade 8
Tuesday Evening November 15 we start a new study through scripture passages used in Handel’s Messiah that highlight who Jesus is and what he came to do. Meets in the school conference room at 7:00 p.m. This class is facilitated by Rob Grady.
Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Class meets weekly at 6:30 a.m. in the Church Library. Facilitated by Roy Carr (630-323-3688) we will continue a study of Hebrews. Come when you can. Extra study guides available.
Wednesday Morning TLC TLC Bible Study Group will meet in the Church Library. This class is led by Rob Grady (708-839-1200 ext. 6). We will begin a new study entitled “Heaven and Hell”.
Thursday Afternoon Ladies Bible Class meets weekly at 1:00 p.m. in the home of Susie Carr (630-323-3688).
Thursday Evening TLC TLC Bible Study Group meets the second and fourth Thursday . The class is led by Sharon Wendte (630-455-1775).
Friday Evening TLC TLC Bible Study Group meets at the Gustafsons and is led by Cliff Gustafson (815-372-9937). We will meet on Nov 4, Nov 18 and Dec 2. They are studying the parables.
Youth News
2016 Winter Retreat will take place at Camp Luther this year. We will leave on Tuesday, December 27 and return on Friday, December 30. Camp Luther offers snowshoeing, cross country skiing,
snow tubing and broomball. They have an awesome relaxation room with ping pong pool table, foosball and other games. The medical forms must on file before leaving for the retreat. Departure time
is 9:00 a.m. on Dec 27 and will return around 3:30 p.m. on December 30.
Our annual pizza sale will be January 5 – 20. They will be delivered
February 3, the Friday before Super Bowl Sunday.
Our annual Christmas gathering will be on Saturday, December 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. We will start by having dinner together followed by organized games, devotion and fellowship. The cost to attend will be a new pair of winter gloves or a winter hat. Each participant should bring a gender neutral $10 gift card. We will conclude at 8:30pm.
USHER HELP IS NEEDED on Christmas Eve, all services. All ushers are needed to help at whatever service they plan to attend.
Thank you for your service at Trinity.
We received word from long time Trinity member Gene Schmoller (you may remember that he worked for AAL) that his wife Anne died due to cancer on October 13th of this year. Please keep Gene and his family in your prayers at this time. If you would like to send a card, his new address
is: Mr. Eugene Schmoller, 1011 FELTL CT, APT # 333, Hopkins, MN 55343-3934
Joyce Tomes is looking for help for her elderly husband, Don, either as a live-in or as day help. If you are interested, have questions, or know someone that would be interested, please call Joyce at 630-257-2927.
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IsaIah 26:4 “TrusT In The Lord forever, for The Lord God Is an everLasTInG rock”
-Messiah’s Messengers is the title of this year ’s Trinity student Christmas service. We invite all
family and friends of Trinity to hear the true ‘Message’ this Christmas season. The service is Sunday, De-
cember 18th in the Gene Rall Memorial Gymnasium at 1:30 p.m.
-We want to thank everyone who donated gloves, mittens, scarves and hats. We collected over 80 items
for those in need!
“The Love of Trinity” Dinner Auction:
Trinity Lutheran Church and School is having our Annual Dinner Auction, Saturday, February 11th at
Capri Banquet Hall** on Joliet Road in Countryside. This year’s theme is: “For the Love of Trinity”. Our Goal is to
raise $50,000! The night will be fun and exciting with the Chicago Six per forming live! (’85 Bears – Hampton,
McMichael, and Otis Wilson.) **Note the change in venue
This is how you can help:
Platinum Sponsor - $5,000: Table of 8, Prime Seating, Name Recognition, Autograph pictures of The Chicago
Six Band Members (’85 Bears)
Gold Sponsorship - $3,000: Table of 8, Prime Seating, Name Recognition
Silver Sponsorship - $1,000: Table of 8, Name Recognition
Tickets to go on sale soon!
Ticket price: $75 person or $700 for a table of 10.
Contact Mr. Landgrave if you are able help in any way possible. Are you willing to be a leader in acquiring items?, such as:
Restaurant Certificates, Hotel Stays, Sports Tickets, Sports Memorabilia, Vacation Homes, Airline Tickets, etc. for the auc-
tion.
Blessings, Mr. Landgrave
"Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord God is an everlasting rock." Isaiah 26:4
School News
Box Tops Store will be open December 16th for the last collection of 2016! We are coming along
nicely with what we’ve turned in this far but hope to be able to push one last strong collection through before we finish out 2016. Remember, money we earn through Box Tops helps offset the cost of the end of the year school picnic!
GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS ~ Looking for gifts for the whole family? Check out the variety of Trinity spirit wear by going to www.justmytees.com and clicking on the TRINITY tab. Full range of adult and children’s sizes available. As an added benefit, eliminate the shipping charges by typing in promo code TRINITY at checkout! Items will be delivered to the school for pickup but if you would like items shipped to a different location, the shipping charge will be charged.
December Offerings Tr inity, like most churches, receives (and relies on!) a seasonal increase in contributions during the Christmas holidays. It’s through the generosity of our members and visitors that we’re able to expand the reach of our ministry.
If you need a convenient way to make recurring contributions or plan to make an addition-al gift before the end of the year, check out our electronic giving options. As the pace of life speeds up around the holidays, you may find e-Giving a most welcome way to make contributions.
To set up a recurring giving schedule, visit the church website, www.tlbr.org. Click on “Online giving” on “Quick Links” column on the left and follow the simple instructions. Or, fill out an authorization form (in the narthex) and return it to the church office.
To reach the online giving page through your smartphone, scan the QR code to sign up and start giving.
Thank you for your generosity and support! A blessed Christmas to all!
Historic St. Matthew Lutheran Church and Soup Kitchen, 2108 W. 21st Street, Chicago
St. Matthew Lutheran Church and Soup Kitchen continues to operate by the support of our Mission Part-
ners. We truly appreciate your prayers, your volunteer work and your gifts which make this ministry
possible. Pastor Loza and Janice retired on November 6, after serving St. Matthews for 36 years. On Sun-
day, Nov 6 Pastor Sifuentes was installed at St. Matthew. If you would like to help serve food, the next
opportunity is December 13th. Meet at the church office at 11 a.m. (Article in The Northern Light)
Community News
An Epiphany Music Feast (Madrigal Dinner)
St. John Lutheran Church, 305 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, is celebrating the season of
Epiphany, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, January 22, 2017, with an Epiphany Music Feast. An
opening concert will precede the elaborately costumed six-course banquet. Due to lim-
ited seating, you are encouraged to purchase your tickets now. Seats are assigned on a
first come-first serve basis, in the order that the tickets are sold. Tickets are $25 and by
reservation only. For information contact Paul Lindblad at 847-420-9200.
The West Town Chorus presents “Christmas Traditions” on Saturday, Dec 10, at 2 p.m.
and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec 11, at 2 p.m. Tivoli Theater, 5021 Highland avenue, Downers
Grove. All seated reserved, order online at www. westtowns.org/christmas or call (630)
201-5544. Tickets from $20 to $27, students $15, children 10 and under $11.50. Call for
groups of 10 or more. A shuttle bus will run from the Curtiss Street Parking Deck to the
Tivoli one hour before and 45 minutes after each show.
SENIOR LUNCH & CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - December 14th at Hope Lutheran Church, 6455 Joliet Road in Countryside. Reservations required. Lunch with be served at 12 noon
with a Christmas Program to follow. Food is provided by Salerno’s. For reservations, please call: 708-354-1323. Deadline for reservations is 12/13/16.
Tickets are now on sale for Walther Christian Academy’s A Bronco Benefit: Funding Education through Scholarships on Sunday, January 29th at 5:00 p.m. This event, to be held at Elmcrest
Banquets in Elmwood Park, will feature inspirational speakers, student musicians, silent and live auctions and dinner all with the goal of raising much needed financial aid funds for
Walther students. Individual tickets are $75 and tables of 8 are $500. Visit Walther.com/broncobenefit for more information and to order your tickets.
Grace Women’s Guild, Willow Springs is having a Christmas Party at Camelot Banquets in Hickory Hills, 8624 W. 95th St. on December 16 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Please call for a reservation if you would like to join them for Christmas fellowship. Call Sue for tickets: 708-839-0423 or the tickets can be purchased at the door. Cost is $23.
Walther Christian Academy will have an Open House this Sunday, December 11th at 3pm. Students and families are invited to tour the campus, meet the teachers, speak with current
students, and learn more about what makes Walther such a great place for students to learn. Come learn about scholarship and financial aid deadlines. Contact Alma L. Calleros,
Director of Admissions with any questions: [email protected], 708.344.0404 ext. 245.
The Singing Men of Oak Brook Present “How Great Our Joy” December 18 at Christ Church of Oak Brook at 2:30 p.m. York Road at 31st Street, Oak Brook. Featuring the Chicago Brass Band and
Woman’s Ensemble. Single ticket: $25, Senior ticket: $20, or $30 for two tickets, on line, day of concert or by phone: 708-839-8298
St. John’s Lutheran Church and School cordially invites you to our Annual Christmas Concert, “Glory To God”, 505 South Park Road, LaGrange, on Sunday evening, Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m. The program will feature St. John’s adult and youth choirs, handbell choirs, and orchestra. For further information , please contact our church office at 708-354-1690 or visit our website at sjla-grange.com.
Lessons and Carols – The Lower School choir will participate with St. John Lutheran Church in Forest Park (305 Circle Avenue) in their Lessons and Carols service on Sunday, December 11th at 4:00 p.m. Lower School Christmas Service – Thursday, December 22nd at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Melrose Park (1025 Lake Street) Walther Christian Academy Christmas Offerings
Usher Group 4: 8:30 a.m. ~ Jake Bulthuis, Phil Strieter, David Conoboy,
Richard Rediehs, Richard Joiner, Michael Bulthuis
Usher Group 2: 10:45 a.m. ~ Fred Ruckauf and Eric Heth
Communion Assistants: Saturday ~ 6:30 p.m.: Pastor Luther Albrecht
Sunday ~ 10:45 a.m.: Mark Winterroth and Wes Buege
Acolytes: Sunday ~ 8:30 a.m.: Joey Kibbon and Thomas Collins
10:45 a.m.: Mishayla Davis and Abigale Ernst
Greeters: Sunday ~ 8:30 a.m.: Bob and Doloris Piper
10:45 a.m.: Todd and Christine Suddreth
Sunday December 11
8:30 a.m. Liturgical Worship
9:45 a.m. Bible Study and Sunday School
10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship HC
6:30 p.m. Open Youth Room (YR)
Monday December 12
12:00 p.m. TORCH DEADLINE
6:30 p.m. Advent Tea (TFH)
7:00 p.m. Council (CR)
7:00 p.m. Adult Volleyball (G)
Tuesday December 13
11:15 a.m. St. Matthew Soup Kitchen (OP)
6:30 p.m. Bell Choir (N)
7:00 p.m. TLC (CR)
7:30 p.m. Sanctuary Choir (CH)
Wednesday December 14
6:30 a.m. Men's Bible Class (CL)
10:30 a.m. TLC (CL)
4:45 p.m. Public School Confirmation (CL)
10:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Advent Services
Thursday December 15
11:00 a.m. J.O.Y. Club (TFH)
1:00 p.m. Ladies BC (OP)
7:00 p.m. Praise Band
Friday December 16
7:00 p.m. TLC Gustafson (OP)
Saturday December 17
8:30 a.m. Trustees
9:00 a.m. - 1:00pm Polish School (School)
6:30 p.m. Celebration Service HC
6:30 p.m. Youth Christmas Party (YR)
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Our Members who are homebound…. Don Tomes
Our Members who are in assisted living or nursing homes…. Joyce Miegel, Joyce Rabas, Julie Rabas, Paul Maerz Phyllis Johnson, Aileen Mastney, Lorraine Buczko
Jeanette Wielebinicki, Laurie Verba,
December 11 “Mary and Joseph’s hardships serve as a vivid reminder that as God’s chil-dren, we don’t always have it easy either. But because Mary and Joseph followed God’s will, countless generations benefit from the presence of this child’s life in the world. Let’s put that in the context of modern life—a young couple facing an unexpected pregnancy. If they follow God’s will, abortion will be averted, and countless generations will benefit, albeit in a much smaller way, from their child’s presence in the world.”
Our Members or Friends of Our Members In The Military….. Peter Davidovitch (South Korea) US Army Pilot, godson of Bill & Judy Jung
Thomas Logan ~nephew of Cathy LaFlame
Andrea Logan ~niece of Cathy LaFlame
Sarah Mears~ National Guard
Kris Randolph (Active Duty~Scott AFB) AirForce airman ~ son of Joan Randolph
Jeremy Marwitz (US) ~ Grandson of Lee Marwitz
Chaplain Mike Sneath (Virginia)
Lt. Col. Timothy Luther Albrecht ~ Edwards AFB, California
Angie Marie Albrecht, MD (Edwards AFB, CA) Daughter-in-law of Pastor & Janet Albrecht
Michael Grimes (Ft. Carson, CO) member, son of Janet Grimes
Chaplain Mike Moreno~ Pursuing a masters degree in order to serve with wounded warriors.
nephew of our member Bessie Kuske
Adam Koshiol ~ ARNG-2006-2012, Air Force National Guard, son of Kim Valentino
Michael Michalek ~ (Oxnard, CA) Reservist ~ son of Cindy Stutz
Devin Mosely ~ (US Army, Ft. Carson ,CO) Deployed to Afghanistan
Connor Mersch ~ US Army, Deployed to the Ukraine
Riley Gentile ~ US Army, cousin of Sharleen VanDham
Our Members who are celebrating their baptismal birthdays the week of December 11….
Dorothy Anderson, Lauren Grady, Alexis Ternig, David Bottger, Brian Orrick, Joanne Wielebnicki, Joel Vickers, Lisa Haak,
Kathleen Howard, John Moore, Robert Geaschel
Our Members who are celebrating wedding anniversaries the week of December 11….
Brian and Beth Ernst
Week of Dec 4 Weekend Worship Attendance ~ 155 Communion ~ 158
Wed. Advent Services ~ 174
Planning a Baptism or a Wedding at Trinity? A Meeting with Pastor Geaschel is required before every Baptism & Wedding. Please call the church office to schedule your appointment with Pastor Bob.
Prayers
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The Week of December 11
Prayers for the victims of the fires in Tennessee Melinda Borchardt ~ Prayers for healing after surgery and patience to persevere
David Boor ~ Prayers for healing from brain surgery ~ Req. by Cliff and Judy Gustafson Family of Carol Geaschel ~ Prayers for comfor t for the Carol Geaschel family Judy Gorman ~ Prayers for healing from cancer ~ Req. by Cheryl Kohutynski
Family and Friends of Brielle Beres ~ Prayers for God’s comfort and strength at the loss of a 17 year old girl in a car accident ~ Req. by the Franco Family
Mary Hillman ~ Prayers for healing ~ Req. by Joann Cook Bob Spencer ~ Prayers for healing and good medical staff to care for him ~ Req. by Noelle Deville
Uncle Mike ~ Prayers for healing ~ Req. by Br ianne Workman Brooke Remes ~ Prayers for a successful bir th of their fir st child on Dec 12 ~ Req. by Chuck Remes
December 4
Marjorie Morgan Family ~ Prayers of comfor t for the Morgan family after Mar jor ie's’ death Veronica LaFlame ~ Prayers of comfor t for the LaFlame family after Veronica’s death
Don Tomes ~ Prayers for health and healing Claude Rossi ~ Prayers for health and healing Art Wernli ~ Prayers for health and healing Bill Harris ~ Prayers for health and healing
Ron Halla ~ Prayers for comfor t
November 27
Sami Felcman ~ Prayers for healing ~ Req. by Carr isa Korres Virna Rodriguez ~ Prayers for healing
Zoey Catherine Kabel ~ Thanks and praise to God for a healthy daughter born to Chr istina Kabel ~ Req. by Greg and Cathy LaFlame
Charles Bennett ~ Prayers for comfort ~ Req. by Rev, Luther Albrecht Amy Sojka (VanDahm) ~ Prayers for healing from surgery
Alan VanDahm ~ Prayers for healing after surgery on Nov 28th ~ Req. by Shar leen VanDahm Dan Cermak ~ Prayers for a speedy recovery after knee replacement ~ Req. by Pat Cermak
If you would like a prayer request continued, please email or call the church office. If you have a Private Prayer Request (NOT announced during the worship service) for our Prayer Circle Group please email or call the church office 708-839-1200 or [email protected] Thank you, Nancy
Weekly Prayers CANCER PATIENTS: Larry McIntyre ~ Req. by Ernst Family,
Ted Bulthuis ~ Brother of Jake Bulthuis, Sheryl Ill ~ Req. by Sandi Bulthuis,
Joey O’Shea ~ Brother -in-law of Karla O’Shea, Ella May Ulrich ~ Req by Kurt
Marjorie Duhatschek ~ Judy Jung’s mom, Janet Grimes ~ Req. by Lori Trinche,
Wilson Gregory ~ 3 years old ~ Req. Nancy Richter, grandson of Dennis Kelly,
Gay Roby and Beth Johnson ~ Req. by Jan Miller , Angel ~ Req by Nancy H.
Joseph Ritson ~ Req. by Ava Franco, Elaine Rice ~ Req. by Susan Villar real,
Aileen Mastney, Dan Stastny,
Margie Hammes ~ Req. Neil and Debbie Hammes,
Marguerita ~ Req. by Nancy Montelbano, Bill Harris
George Rousar ~ Req. by Dina Gnat and Lisa Reinhar t
Rachel & Hope Salverredy ~ prayers for healing. Nanci Saucier ~ Prayers for healing
Prayers
WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS is a 30-minute, weekly
television program led by a Lutheran pastor and the
messages are focused toward those who are at home or
in the hospital featuring classic Lutheran Worship.
Sunday 11:30am ~ (TLN) Comcast 138
(TCT) DirecTV 377
To Prepare For Next Week’s Worship Service Read: Readings ~ Isaiah 7:10-17; Romans 1:1-7; Matt 1:18-25
