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Baby Shower for Beth
A New Chapter Begins
Join us for a baby shower honoring Beth Counts!
10-11:30am
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Shawnee Campus
Please RSVP to JoAnn Emerson by November 7
50+ Oktoberfest
Wednesday, October 21
10:15 a.m. Bible Study | Sanctuary
11:30 a.m. Lunch | Mission Campus Fellowship Hall
Please RSVP
Put on your favorite fall colors and join your Trinity friends for a festive Octoberfest celebration! We’ll begin the day with a Bible study at 10:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary before gathering in the Fellowship Hall for a delicious German-inspired meal.
September Mercy Mission: Collecting Pasta and Sauce
For our Mission Community Food Pantry we are collecting pasta and sauce during the month of August. Drop items off in the blue tub at both campuses.
Coffee and Conversation Begins Sept. 13
Parents of all age groups are invited to join in conversation and connection during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:40am. This opportunity provides time to share a short devotion and discussion question, plus time to connect and build relationships with other parents over a cup of coffee.
Church Kickoff Picnic Recap
The annual Fall Kickoff Picnic was held on Sunday, August 30, at Shawnee Mission Park. It was a very warm day, but we were blessed with a breeze and shade for the afternoon. There were lots of great conversations and new friendships made throughout our time together.
50+ Bible Study: John
Kickoff September 9
Wednesdays, 10:15am
Mission Campus Fellowship Hall
For those who are 50 and wiser, this study is designed just for you! Join us as we study the Book of John with Pastor Mark Wood.
Lutheran Early Response Team in KCK
LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) has been activated in Kansas City, Kansas (KCK), following the severe storm that impacted the Quindaro area on Tuesday night/Wednesday morning of last week. The Immanuel Community Outreach Association (ICOA) will serve as the central hub for this response effort. Find out how you can help!
Christmas in July Thank You
A Huge Thank You for your generous donations for MLM’s Christmas in July. Your gifts will make our families’ Christmas much brighter.
Call Committee Reviews Candidate Lists
The Call Committee has received the list of pastoral candidates from the District and is ready to begin the next phase of the call process. Our first committee meeting is scheduled for September 1, when members will begin reviewing candidate information and discussing those we would like to invite for interviews. Thank you for your continued support and prayers as we take these next steps together.
Corn Hole Tournament for Church Picnic
We are having a church wide picnic on August 30th, and the youth program will be hosting a corn hole tournament! I am looking for volunteers who would be willing to either bring a corn hole board, sign up to participate as a team, or help referee. You can sign up for any of these positions here! Please RSVP by August 25th.
Sunday School Parent Meetings
Hey families! We’re excited to invite parents of children to our upcoming Family Ministry Parent Meetings—a great opportunity to connect, share, and grow together in faith and community as we begin a new season of ministry.
Pastor Mark’s Doctoral Update
Thank you for your prayers and support of my Doctor of Ministry studies. During May and June, I completed the first class during a summer intensive. The next class begins on August 24th and will focus on doctoral research and writing. Thank you for your continued encouragement, support, and prayers.
Preschool Begins August 24
Trinity Lutheran Church Preschool begins Monday, August 24! This year’s theme is Bubblin’ with JOY based upon Nehemiah 8:10b-“The joy of the Lord is your strength.”
Please pray for the staff, students and their families as they begin new routines, meet new people and learn more about the joy found in Jesus.
Blessing of the Backpacks
August 16, 8:30 and 11am services at both campuses
Students and teachers of all ages are invited to bring their backpacks with them to worship on August 16th. At the end of the children’s message, we will bless the backpacks and pray for all those returning to school this year.
