Trinity eNews

January 22

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Scripture Readings

Exodus 17:1-7 (ESV)

¹ All the congregation of the people of Israel moved on from the wilderness of Sin by stages, according to the commandment of the Lord, and camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. ² Therefore the people quarreled with Moses and said, “Give us water to drink.” And Moses said to them, “Why do you quarrel with me? Why do you test the Lord?” ³ But the people thirsted there for water, and the people grumbled against Moses and said, “Why did you bring us up out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and our livestock with thirst?” ⁴ So Moses cried to the Lord, “What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me.” ⁵ And the Lord said to Moses, “Pass on before the people, taking with you some of the elders of Israel, and take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. ⁶ Behold, I will stand before you there on the rock at Horeb, and you shall strike the rock, and water shall come out of it, and the people will drink.” And Moses did so, in the sight of the elders of Israel. ⁷ And he called the name of the place Massah and Meribah, because of the quarreling of the people of Israel, and because they tested the Lord by saying, “Is the Lord among us or not?”

Psalm 27:1-9 (ESV)

¹ The Lord is my light and my salvation;

whom shall I fear?

The Lord is the stronghold of my life;

of whom shall I be afraid?

² When evildoers assail me

to eat up my flesh,

my adversaries and foes,

it is they who stumble and fall.

³ Though an army encamp against me,

my heart shall not fear;

though war arise against me,

yet I will be confident.

⁴ One thing have I asked of the Lord,

that will I seek after:

that I may dwell in the house of the Lord

all the days of my life,

to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord

and to inquire in his temple.

⁵ For he will hide me in his shelter

in the day of trouble;

he will conceal me under the cover of his tent;

he will lift me high upon a rock.

⁶ And now my head shall be lifted up

above my enemies all around me,

and I will offer in his tent

sacrifices with shouts of joy;

I will sing and make melody to the Lord.

⁷ Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud;

be gracious to me and answer me!

⁸ You have said, “Seek my face.”

My heart says to you,

“Your face, Lord, do I seek.”

⁹ Hide not your face from me.

Turn not your servant away in anger,

O you who have been my help.

Cast me not off; forsake me not,

O God of my salvation!

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 (ESV)

⁶ The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. ⁷ Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. ⁸ And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. ⁹ As it is written,

“He has distributed freely, he has given to the poor;

his righteousness endures forever.”

¹⁰ He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. ¹¹ You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. ¹² For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God. ¹³ By their approval of this service, they will glorify God because of your submission that comes from your confession of the gospel of Christ, and the generosity of your contribution for them and for all others, ¹⁴ while they long for you and pray for you, because of the surpassing grace of God upon you. ¹⁵ Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!

Matthew 4:1-11 (ESV)

¹ Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. ² And after fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. ³ And the tempter came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread.” ⁴ But he answered, “It is written,

“‘Man shall not live by bread alone,

but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

⁵ Then the devil took him to the holy city and set him on the pinnacle of the temple ⁶ and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down, for it is written,

“‘He will command his angels concerning you,’

and

“‘On their hands they will bear you up,

lest you strike your foot against a stone.’”

⁷ Jesus said to him, “Again it is written, ‘You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.’” ⁸ Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. ⁹ And he said to him, “All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me.” ¹⁰ Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written,

“‘You shall worship the Lord your God

and him only shall you serve.’”

¹¹ Then the devil left him, and behold, angels came and were ministering to him.

Sunday Worship – January 25

God Provides in the Wilderness.

Hope in the Wilderness Sermon Series

New Sermon Series: Hope in the Wilderness
January 18 – February 8
As we journey through the season of Epiphany, we invite you to join us for a four-week sermon series called “Hope in the Wilderness.” Life often feels like a wilderness—uncertain, challenging, and full of questions. But even in the wilderness, God is present, providing hope and guidance.

Souper Bowl of Caring for the Pantry

Souper Bowl / Souper Bowl CampaignNearly 100 million Americans are expected to watch the Super Bowl. Many will be attending parties with abundant food, friendship, and fellowship. At the same time, nearly 1 billion people will be hungry. Please join us in remembering the hungry this Super Bowl-and bring soup or any food items for The Mission Community Food Pantry. Bring this bag to church by February 8.

Congregational Meeting on January 25

Our Congregational Assembly will take place on January 25 at 1 pm on Zoom.
Join us online as we continue to be “A Community Following Jesus,” as we hear reports and updates from the staff. Come find out what’s been going on at Trinity and what we have to look forward to in the new year.

Trinity Choir Resumes

After our January break, we are preparing to resume choir rehearsals and singing for Sunday services at the Mission Campus. All choir singers, 16 and older, are invited to join us as we start rehearsals again on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on February 4th.

The Book of Concord—Now Available Online for Free

We are excited to share a wonderful new resource from Concordia Publishing House! The entire Book of Concord—the treasured confessions of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod—is now available free of charge on a brand‑new, easy‑to‑use website.

Coffee and Conversation – Mission

Parents are invited to join in a NEW opportunity for conversation and connection each week starting January 18th during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:40am.
This opportunity provides time to share in a topical Bible study, plus time to connect and build relationships with other parents over a cup of coffee. Parents can take their children to Sunday School and then come together for conversation and connection, to build relationships with others, to support one another, and grow in Christian fellowship.

New Member Class

A new member class at Trinity (both Mission and Shawnee campuses) is being offered on Sunday evenings at 6 pm starting on February 22nd. The class will be offered in multiple ways including in-person, via Zoom, and a recording of the class can be sent if you aren’t available. The four-week class will cover a variety of topics and will be taught by Pastor Mark and Pastor Luke.

February Youth Service Project

This February we are participating in a service project at the Mission Community Food Pantry. The event will take place from 10 – 11:30 AM on February 14th. This is a great opportunity to complete an act of compassion or service hours!

Eighth Grade Family Meeting

Date: Sunday, February 22
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Fellowship Hall – Shawnee Campus

Faith, Fun, and Fellowship Ahead! We’re gearing up for exciting events, and this meeting is your chance to be in the loop. We’ll cover two important topics you won’t want to miss: Confirmation prep and LVR.

Lenten Mentoring

The season of Lent is almost here and a very important part of Confirmation at Trinity is the one-on-one mentoring in the season of Lent. It starts on February 18 and the last session is on March 25.

Summer Youth Opportunities

Two exciting trips are coming up this summer for youth: Lutheran Valley Retreat and a YouthWorks Mission Trip to South Dakota. Sign up today for lifechanging experiences.

Preschool Enrollment

Children who are ages 3-5 by August 31, 2026, and potty-trained are eligible to enroll for the 2026-27 school year at Trinity Lutheran Church Preschool (Shawnee Campus). Priority enrollment for church families will begin at 8:00 am on Tuesday, January 27. Go to https://tlcms.org/preschool-enrollment-and-open-house/ to enroll.

Lenten Prayer Breakfast

Saturday, February 21
9-10am
Mission Campus
Join us for a Lenten prayer breakfast on the first Saturday in Lent, February 21, from 9-10am in the adult lounge at the Mission campus. Breakfast (featuring biscuits and gravy and pancakes) and prayer lists will be provided.

Collection for Guatemala Mission Trip

The Guatemala Mission Team members are heading to Panajachel and Chuchipaca February 1 to February 7 and wish to take donations for the trip. Please consider donating over-the-counter medicines. Collection boxes will be placed at both church campuses for the next several weeks. Please bring donations by January 25 to each campus.

Two-Year-Old Bible Milestone & Parent Class

As parents work to shape the faith life of their child, Children’s Ministry offers a two-year-old Bible Milestone class and Bible presentation as part of our Milestones Ministry!
Shawnee Campus – Sunday, January 18
Mission Campus – Sunday, January 25

Diaper and Wipes Collection

During the month of January, we are collecting disposable diapers and baby wipes for Two Lines Pregnancy Clinic’s “Connections” program. Two Lines assists women and families facing an unplanned pregnancy by caring for them before, during, and after the birth of their children.

Bible Milestones

Our children’s ministry program teaches faith milestones in our Sunday morning ministry each year. Milestone classes are held during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:45am. Please plan to have your children join us.

2026 Altar Flower Signups

The 2026 altar flower schedule is now available! You may sign on online or in person at the Mission campus. Cost is $45 per bouquet. Two available per Sunday. Please make payment when signing up.

St. Olaf Band Concert

Saturday January 31, 3pm
Blue Valley Southwest High School

The program includes music by Jodie Blackshaw, Norman Dello Joio, Zhou Tian, Eric Whitacre, and the world premiere of “Amerykahn Graffiti” by Katahj Copley. Tickets are free for students and educators and $10 for the general public.