+WORSHIP | IN-PERSON or ONLINE | 9:30 AM+
Jesus begins his public ministry by calling fishers to leave their nets and follow him. In Jesus the kingdom of God has come near. We who have walked in darkness have seen a great light. We see this light most profoundly in the cross—as God suffers with us and all who are oppressed by sickness, sin, or evil. Light dawns for us as we gather around the word, the font, and the holy table. We are then sent to share the good news that others may be “caught” in the net of God’s grace and mercy.
This Week’s Online Bulletin: HERE
Readings for this Sunday
Isaiah 9:1-4
Psalm 27:1, 5-13
1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Matthew 4:12-23
Masks are now optional. Please read more here.
We continue to worship in a hybrid fashion. Please worship in the manner which is best for your household. Although we no longer require advance signup for in-person worship, please check in with a greeter as you arrive (for contact tracing purposes if needed). If a change needs to be made to this plan, we will notify you via email.
Welcome to Our Guest Preacher!
The Rev. Cynthia O. Baskin, who usually goes by “Cindy,” came to the Episcopal Diocese of Washington in 1999 to serve as the rector of St. James’ Episcopal Church in Potomac, Maryland. Upon retiring from that ministry after 16 years, she began interim work for the MetroDC Synod of the ELCA (Lutheran church). She has also served as a supply priest/pastor in both Episcopal and Lutheran congregations. She and her husband live in North Potomac and enjoy traveling now that COVID restrictions have loosened.
+COMMUNITY NEWS+
Service of Installation: The Rev. Susan Beck | January 29 | 3:00 PM
The Community of St. Dysmas cordially invites Trinity to attend Rev. Susan Beck’s installation at Salem Lutheran Church | 905 Frederick Road Catonsville, MD 21228. A reception will follow.
Trinity Prayer Event for the Call Process: Intergenerational Sunday School February 26, 2023
Have you wondered how Trinity, as a congregation, can support the call process of a new pastor? Trinity’s Stephen Ministry program is sponsoring an Interdenominational Congregational Prayer Event, to be held after the church service on the first Sunday in Lent, February 26. At this prayer event, we will learn new ways of opening our hearts in prayer to specifically listen and be guided by the Holy Spirit. There will be opportunities to pray together and pray individually, try a variety of prayer practices, including some art work and breath prayers, and to continue to pray for our congregation in the days, weeks, and months ahead. We welcome Trinity’s children at this prayer event, which will be an intergenerational time of prayer. The children will take part in Trinity’s annual pretzel-making experience as well as other children’s prayer opportunities. Join us for this time of prayer and be a part of a beautiful way of coming together as a spiritual community to prayerfully support our call process for a new pastor as it continues.
Interfaith Women’s Shelter Dinner | Sunday, February 12 | 11:00 AM
We are providing dinner for the women at the Interfaith shelter. Please review the sign-up linked below for more details. There are items that are easy to pick up and drop off for those short on time or who don’t cook. We also need up to 3 volunteers to serve dinner that evening. Any questions should be directed to Valerie at valerie@vmwishes.com. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050E4CABA82F4-interfaith1
Coffee Hour Reminder
As a reminder, a Sign Up Genius is set up for sign up through January. If you have questions or need help signing up, please reach out to Margaret F at gmfitzwm85@gmail.com or Chelsea Y at Chelsea.kiehl@valpo.org. See you at coffee hour!
Please use this link to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050e4caba82f4-coffee
2022 Annual Giving Statements Are Available!
To aid you with tax preparation, 2022 hardcopy annual statements are in the Social Hall for pickup to save on postage. If you prefer receiving a statement through email, please contact Carol B at finsecy@trinityelca.org.
2022 Benevolences
In addition to the many generosity of members supporting Social Ministry drives and efforts addressing special needs all year long, each year a portion of Trinity’s Congregational spending plan includes an allocation for benevolences. The following organizations received contributions from Trinity in 2022:
For efforts in Refugee support
Lutheran Social Services
La Sagrada Familia
Solution in Hometown Connections
For efforts addressing poverty and food insecurity
Manna Food Center
A Wider Circle
Gaithersburg Help
InterFaith Works
Marlu-Ridge Scholarship Fund
Other Special Needs/ Projects
Lutheran Disaster Response
Baltimore Area Aftercare Program (A partner of The Community of St. Dysmas working with individuals released from of prison)
Scotland AME Zion Building Fund
Montgomery County Interfaith 5K
+HAPPENING AT TRINITY+
Save the Dates:
Food Drive | January 21
Reconciling in Christ Sunday | January 29
Interfaith Dinner | February 12
Prayer Event Setup | Feb. 25
Prayer Event | Feb 26
+Next Week at Trinity+
Sun, Jan 22, 3rd Sunday after Epiphany | Food Collection
9:30 am Holy Communion Worship Service (Coffee Hour to Follow)
10:45 am Adult Forum-Room 10
10:45 am Children’s Sunday School- Room 8
Mon, Jan 23
7:30 pm Heavenly Handbells
Wed, Jan 25
7:00 pm Social Ministry Meeting-Zoom
Thurs, Jan 26
7:30 pm Trinity Singers- Choir Room
Sun, Jan 29, Reconciling In Christ Sunday | Food Collection
9:30 am Holy Communion Worship Service (Coffee Hour to Follow)
10:45 am Adult Forum-Room 10
10:45 am Children’s Sunday School- Room 8
+CLASSES AND MEETINGS+
Adult Forum | Sundays | 10:45 am | Room 10
Trinity Singers | Thursdays | 7:30 pm | See the Calendar for Future rehearsal dates
Sunday School for Youth | Sundays | 10:45 am
Trinity Men’s Group | Every Second Wednesday (Starts in November) | 1:00 pm | Zoom
Contact the church office for zoom info
Heavenly Handbells | Returns Monday January 23rd | Sanctuary
Stephen Ministry | See the Calendar for meeting dates
Mission Endowment Committee | See the Calendar for Future meeting dates
+DONATIONS AND AID NEEDED+
Food Collection: Food Drive | January 21, 2023 | 9-noon | See the list of critical food needs here
Our monthly food drive collection will be given to Bethesda Help (bethesdahelp.org). Thanks to all for their ongoing support of the food drives – the need in the community continues to grow. Trinity’s food drives will continue the third Saturday of the month from 9-12. The list of food donation requests is on Trinity’s website. If you have any questions please contact Margaret F at gmfitzwm85@gmail.com
Afghan Refugees (LSS): Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is reaching out with immediate needs due to the influx of Afghan refugees arriving in this area. They are in need of drivers, storage space, rooms on a temporary basis, and housing settlement. Contact: https://lssnca.org/help/donate-goods.html
+REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS+
We are grateful that people have been lifting up our members and friends in prayer during Zoom gatherings. Please also call the office at 301-881-7275 or email office@trinityelca.org to add them to the list below.
nursing/rehabilitation center:
Martha R (Bethesda H&R)
Philip T (Manor Care Potomac)
Yulie N (Village at Rockville)
home
Tigist G, Margo W, Lineth M, Isabel F, Gio S, Vimala P, Anya N
family and friends
Lonnie B, friend of Carol B
Donald B, brother of Marilyn C
Savannah J, friend of Sunhee P
Larkin-Welter-Kersey Families, friends of Valerie & Mike M
Vern W, brother in law of Sabrina R and Mark L
Mike M, brother in law of Sabrina R and Mark L
Peter M, brother of Sarah M
Debbie P, sister of Thomas K
Karen B, cousin of Julie N
Adelino & Anila, friends of Trinity
Christine V-M, family of Robyn K-V
Family and friends of Leanne Elliott
first responders
Lisbeth N-D
Greta S & Linda A, sister & sister-in-law of Anita S
Vanessa B, friend of Elizabeth & Ben R
*For family and friends, prayer requests will be kept on the list for four weeks. After four weeks, please complete another card/call the office.
+RESOURCES+
Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrinityELCA/streams
+OFFICE HOURS+
MONDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
TUESDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
THURSDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
