Mini Grant Awards
For over 10 years, the Missions Committee has sponsored a Mini Grant Program to fund a limited number of service and ministry projects, each with a maximum amount of $2,500. See which grants were awarded!
This program financially supports projects and programs where Trinity members are already involved. The Committee encourages proposals from youth in the congregation, as well as proposals for smaller amounts.
LVR Recap
Four Trinity Students participated in the Kansas District High School Summer Camp at Lutheran Valley Retreat! See the recap video! The week focuses on team building challenges, Bible study, and enjoying the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Trinity participates in this event each year and we encourage all of 8th graders to go because of the significant faith-impacting experience.
Senior Pastor Call Committee November 9 Update
We are in the midst of our final interviews of the three remaining candidates. Those will be all wrapped up this coming weekend. While choosing one will be difficult, we are comfortable with, and committed to, the prayerfully God-led process that has served us very well in bringing these three candidates to us.
Building Permit Issued!
We received the official building permit from the city of Shawnee earlier this week which allows us to begin construction on the Shawnee campus expansion project! Please check the eNews regularly for construction updates.
MLM Holiday Food Drive
The holidays are coming! Please bring food to help others through Metro Lutheran Ministry.
Grocery sacks are being distributed on Sunday. Please use these sacks to bring food to church by Sunday, November 5.
All Saints’ Day Festival
November 4-5 is All Saints Day (observed) as we remember that God has made into saints all who have been baptized into Christ. On the festival of All Saints Day, we honor especially those saints who have died in the faith within the last year.
Preschool Chipotle Fundraiser
Enjoy a good meal while supporting the preschool! On November 15 from 4-8pm visit the western Shawnee location of Chipotle or order food online. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the preschool.
Wear Red for Reformation
On October 28-29, the weekend we are celebrating the festival of the Reformation, the clergy wear red vestments to signify the work of the Spirit. It is also a custom in many churches for the people in the congregation to wear red for Reformation as well. We invite you to wear red on Reformation weekend to remind us of the fire of the Spirit.
Senior Pastor Call Committee October 26 Update
So, we have the three remaining candidates that we mentioned last week, with meetings with church staff and in-person interviews with both the Call Committee and the Executive Committee scheduled over the next three weekends. What happens after that?
Senior Pastor Call Committee October 19 Update
As mentioned last week, we have three candidates remaining under consideration in our call process. They are our own Associate Pastors Phil Cook and Luke Jacob, along with Pastor James Bender, an associate pastor at Trinity Lutheran in Hudson, Wisconsin. In-person interviews have been scheduled with both the Call Committee and the Executive Committee for successive weekends.
Join Us on a Mission Trip to Guatemala from January 14-20, 2024!
We are excited to announce a new mission trip to Guatemala in early 2024, and we invite you to be a part of this meaningful journey.
It has been five years since our last mission trip in 2018, and the time has come to once again extend our hands and hearts to those in need. Our mission is clear: to spread the joyful message of the Gospel, engage in essential construction projects, and build strong connections with the people of Guatemala. Through worship, service, and community interaction, we aim to bring hope and positive change to their lives.
Beth Stephens’ Sabbatical
The executive committee has approved my planned sabbatical for November 1 through January 31. It has already been just over five years since I joined the staff and faith community here at Trinity. What a blessing! While on sabbatical, I will be focusing on three goals: personal wellness, strategic leadership planning, and soaking up family time.
