+WORSHIP | IN-PERSON or ONLINE | 9:30 AM+
This Sunday’s texts, in part, are about restoration of the community, returning to God, and living fully into oneself. As it is June 19th, we also remember Juneteenth, which is set aside to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved black Americans. We remember those martyred on June 17th (the Emmanuel 9) in Charleston, S.C. Until all are truly free to live as God desires, the work before us is clear.
This Week’s Online Bulletin: HERE
View the June Trinitarian HERE
Readings for this Sunday
Isaiah 65:1-9
Psalm 22:19-28
In the midst of the assembly I will praise you. (Ps. 22:22)
Galatians 3:23-29
Luke 8:26-39
Read our in person worship protocols 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.
+VOLUNTEERS NEEDED+
In order to help our worship services run smoothly, we need your help. There are a variety of ways you can be of service including: online greeter, cantor, special music offering, welcome team, usher, lector, technology team, assisting minister, and altar guild. We are in need of more people to help out. Please contact the office (office@trinityelca.org)
+COMMUNITY NEWS+
Synodical Assembly updates: A few weeks ago, Pastor Christine shared information about the situation in the Sierra Pacific Synod. As anticipated, at Synod Assembly a memorial was passed (Pastor Christine was a co-signer on the memorial) to be presented at Churchwide Assembly to direct the Church Council to establish a Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church. The purpose of the commission is to review, and if appropriate, revise the Statements of Purpose for each of the expressions of this church, the Principles of Organization, and all matters pertaining thereunto. Findings would be presented at the 2025 Churchwide Assembly. This will be a long process, but will hopefully realign our procedures with our theology. Additionally, Pastor Megan Roher (they/him) as resigned from their position as bishop of the SPS.
Additionally, the Metro DC synod has voted to partner with and support The Poor People’s Campaign and encourages congregations and individuals to support and participate in the endeavours of TPPC.
Full to the Brim – Lenten Benevolences
Thank you to all donated to Lenten Benevolences. $1,725 will be given to Lutheran Disaster Response for domestic disasters. $137 of the total was donated in coins in the Full to the Brim banks!
Practice caution!
A few weeks ago a car was broken into and a purse stolen during the In Christ Worship Fellowship Church worship service. Last Fall a member of our congregation had a similar thing happen. For your safety and security, please do not leave valuables in your cars.
Coffee Hour is Back! It’s been 2 long years without coffee hour. With all the changes; one thing hasn’t changed – the need for coffee hour hosts. Please consider selecting a Sunday (or a few) and volunteer to host. Nothing elaborate is needed… light snacks; if baking isn’t your “thing”, store bought is perfect. On Sundays before our monthly food drive we will have “Hunger Sunday” as a simple reminder of food insecurity in the world. Hunger Sunday coffee hour will be limited to coffee, juice and water – no snacks. Hosting involves simple set up and tidying up afterwards. If this is your first occasion there are plenty of veterans to help show you the ropes (complete written instructions are stashed in the cabinet too). If you prefer to share the responsibility, we can help find you a partner. To select a Sunday that is convenient for you, a Sign Up Genius has been set up for future Sundays; please use this link to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050e4caba82f4-coffee 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.edu
See you at coffee hour!
Mar-Lu Ridge: Summer Camp Mar-Lu-Ridge is ready to welcome campers ages 6- 17 and families to the 2022 season! Check out the schedule and the information on their website and make your plans today. Financial assistance is available. Registration began January 1. The 2022 session promises to be full of laughter, faith building lessons and activities, time spent outdoors and new friends. Check out the new Summer Camp schedule. The curriculum for the summer is “Boundless”, written in conjunction with the curriculum for the Gathering. More information and registration can be found: https://www.mar-lu-ridge.org/
To Accommodate Those who Wish to Donate to our AV Efforts, we have recently established a livestream/technology special fund. This fund will be used to purchase additional microphones, cameras, and AV equipment that may be needed to support our efforts to improve sound quality (both online and in-person) and our online worship experience. Any donations should be notated as such in the memo.
+HAPPENING AT TRINITY+
Save the Dates:
Billie Jameson’s Memorial | July 9 | 2-3 pm
August Blood Drive | August 11 | 2-7pm
Week of Service | August 7-13 | Time TBD
Interfaith 5K | September 5 | 8 am
The Montgomery County Interfaith 5K is a unique race that brings together people from all walks of life, religious backgrounds, ethnicities, and fitness levels. But, what everyone has in common is a desire to come together to foster relationships and unity, while giving back to the community and building a more inclusive and healthier Montgomery County.
The 5K can be run or walked, and strollers are welcome! Let’s gather a group together and make public witness to our commitment to care for our community, share information about our congregation, and enjoy meeting others!
The race takes place on September 5th at 8am at the Maryland Soccerplex. Registration is now open.
Profit made by the race is DONATED to two area beneficiaries: Gaithersburg HELP and C-4 Clothing Closet. Find out more about the MoCo Interfaith 5K here: www.mocointerfaith5k.org or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/mocointerfaith5K
Questions? See Pastor Christine or Angela B.
+Next Week at Trinity+
Sun, June 19, Lectionary 12 | Food Collection
9:30 am Holy Communion Worship Service (Coffee Hour to Follow)
10:45 am Mission Endowment Meeting
Sun, June 26, Lectionary 13 | Food Collection
9:30 am Holy Communion Worship Service (Coffee Hour to Follow)
+CLASSES AND MEETINGS+
Adult Forum | No Classes until the Fall |
Trinity Singers | See the Calendar for Future rehearsal dates
Sunday School for Youth | Sundays | 10:45 am | Social Hall
Trinity Men’s Group | Every Second Wednesday | 1:00 pm | Zoom
Contact the church office for zoom info
Heavenly Handbells | No Rehearsals until the Fall |
Stephen Ministry | See the Calendar for meeting dates
Mission Endowment Committee | See the Calendar for Future meeting dates
+DONATIONS AND AID NEEDED+
Many of us feel helpless in the wake of the Russian invasion into Ukraine and want to help. These are three sources that are providing immediate and direct support to the Ukrainian people:
Lutheran Disaster Response
Provides refugees with immediate support and supplies such as food, blankets, water and hygiene kits. *This is our Lenten offering beneficiary.*
Lutheran World Relief :
Provides families facing crisis with emergency food, clean water, safe shelter, medical supplies and more.
World Central Kitchen:
Provides meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises, building resilient food systems with locally led solutions.
Please mark ‘Ukrainian relief’ with your choice of beneficiary in the memo of checks.
Food Collection: June 18 | 9 am- Noon | Trinity Parking Lot | See the list of critical food needs here
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://bit.ly/3z6u2Xj
+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)
Anya N
home
Tigist G, Margo W, Lineth M, Isabel F, Gio S, Valerie and Mike M, Vimala P, Marilyn C, Lisbeth N-D, Ana S-G, Dick J
family and friends
Lonnie B, friend of Carol B
Donald B, brother of Marilyn C
Carl S, father of Dan S
David T, brother of Sunhee P
Cronin Family, sister of Jim McN
Mark K, brother of David K
Ted R, friend of Julie N
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://bit.ly/TrinityELCAYouTube
+OFFICE HOURS+
MONDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
TUESDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
THURSDAY: 9:30-3:30 PM
