+WORSHIP | IN-PERSON or ONLINE | 9:30 AM+
The welcome of baptism is for all God’s children. This baptismal gift sets us free from the power of sin and death. In today’s gospel, Christ promises that the disciple who gives a cup of cold water to the little ones serves Christ himself. From worship we are sent on our baptismal mission: to serve the little ones of this world and to be a sign of God’s merciful welcome.
This Week’s Online Bulletin: HERE
View the June 2023 Trinitarian HERE
Readings for this Sunday
Jeremiah 28:5-9
Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18
Romans 6:12-23
Matthew 10:40-42
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.
+COMMUNITY NEWS+
Welcome Back Pr Paul Collinson-Streng!
Pastor Paul Collinson-Streng was our interim pastor for February through April. Pastor Paul has been a Campus Pastor in Baltimore and Austin, TX, and has even been a Pastor in Mexico City. Please give him a warm welcome!
Successful Performance and Hosting of New Wine Theater Troupe
Many thanks to high school troupe New Wine of Cloquet, MN for their inspiring performance of The Sound of Music at Trinity on Friday June 16. It could not have been accomplished without the help and support of the following members: Carol B, Nancy J, Miriam M, Leslie S, Julie N, Fred S, Ross A, Margaret F, Nancy N, Sunhee P, Susan S, Ani S, and Margo W. Upon their departure on the 18th, New Wine thanked Trinity in return and hope to return in the future.
The ELCA Task Force on Studies for Civic Life and Faith
The ELCA Task Force on Studies for Civic Life and Faith has published a six-session study about government, democracy, and how Christians are called to participate in civic life. Each session listed below includes a video and guided discussion. Good Shepherd in Gaithersburg MD will host a group to participate in the study via Zoom from 6:00–7:00 PM every other Wednesday June 28 through September 6. Participants are also asked to give feedback to the ELCA on the content after each session to help the task force draft a social statement.
Please sign up to join the study by providing your name and email address through the the signup link at goserve.net/blog/civic-study. Participants will be emailed the Zoom information prior to the sessions. Here is a listing of the sessions:
- June 28
- Session 1: How Is God’s Invitation to Discipleship Lived Out in a Democracy?
- July 12
- Session 2: How Do Christians Address Controversial Civic Issues?
- July 26
- Session 3: What Are Lutheran Views on Civic Life?
- August 10
- Session 4: What Are the Objectives of Democracy in the United States?
- August 24
- Session 5: What’s Faith-based Living Got to Do With Civic Life?
- September 6
- Session 6: How Do We Go in Peace to Love and Serve the Lord in Civic Life?
Tee Time!!! Miniature Golf Outing – Sunday, July 9th
Bohrer Park, Gaithersburg Following worship we will head up to Gaithersburg for an 18-hole round of putt-putt. Cost to play is $6-$8. We’ll follow that with lunch at a nearby place. Join us for a time of play and fellowship. If you have any questions, please see Valerie
Trinity Women’s Retreat September 29-30
Friday 7:00 pm through Saturday 3:00 pm
R.S.V.P. Deadline is August 1st
We will be going on retreat Friday through Saturday in September, staying in the main camp area at Mar-Lu-Ridge in Jefferson, MD (1 hour from Trinity). The cost for the 1 night plus breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be $90, plus $10 for materials, drinks, and snacks. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Staying at the main camp will give us easy access to the dining hall, labyrinth, chapels, and the trail to shock rock for those so inclined. The theme and schedule (including end time) will be worked out over the summer, but there will be a mix of structured time and down time.
Friday dinner will be on your own before you leave or come early (5:00 p.m.) and bring a bagged dinner to have picnic style. Snacks and water will be supplied for our stay. The cabins have 2 sleeping rooms and 2 bathrooms downstairs and a gathering space upstairs. You will need to bring a pillow, bed linens (twin) or sleeping bag, and toiletries and towel. Carpooling will be an option. Please watch for more details as plans come together. If you have any questions or want to reserve your space, please see Valerie M.
Please use the attached registration form to provide basic information and dietary restrictions.
Take Me Out to the Ball Game!!! – Washington Nationals Game – Saturday, August 19th
A group outing is being organized to see the Nationals play the Phillies in a 4:00 p.m. game. Carol B. is collecting information about group pricing but if there is enough interest, ticket price should not exceed $20. Watch for more information and a sign-up. Contact Carol B if interested at csbruno@usa.net.
Call Committee Progress
The Call process has been on a little of a roller coaster ride. The Call committee was thrilled to receive the original slate of three candidates from the Synod in late May. However, none of the candidates have worked out after initial interviews. The synod has provided 2 additional candidates and first interviews will be completed by the end of June.
Please remember while the Call Committee is happy to discuss the process, they cannot share any information about candidates. Confidentiality is critical to the process.
Please continue to pray for the Call Committee and the discernment process.
Peace, the Call Committee
Flat Jesus is back!
Pick up a flat Jesus from the Social Hall. Color Him and take Him on your travels this summer. Snap a selfie and send it to the church. We will be displaying your pictures in future church publications.
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS NEEDED
There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer for Coffee Hour! Please call the church office to sign up, or click here or contact Chelsea Y at Chelsea.kiehl@valpo.edu with questions.
+HAPPENING AT TRINITY+
Miniature Golf | July 9
Food Drive | July 15
Deadline for Women’s Retreat | Aug 1
Quarterly Interfaith Women’s Center Dinner | Aug 14
Nationals Baseball | August 19
+Next Week at Trinity+
Livestreamed services on Trinity YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@TrinityELCA/streams
Sun, July 2 The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost
9:30 am Holy Communion Worship Service
(Coffee Hour to Follow)
Mon, Jul 3 Opera Group Rehearsal
Tues, Jul 4 Office Closed for Independence Day
Thurs, Jul 6 Opera Group Rehearsal
Sun, Jul 9 The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost
9:30 am Service of the Word
(Coffee Hour to Follow)
+CLASSES AND MEETINGS+
Adult Forum | Sundays | 10:45 am | Room 10
We will return in September
Trinity Singers | Thursdays | 7:30 pm
We will return in September
Faith Formation for Youth | Sundays | 10:45 am
We will return in September
Trinity Men’s Group | Every Second Wednesday | 1:00 pm | Zoom
Contact the church office for zoom info
Heavenly Handbells | Mondays | 7:30 pm | Sanctuary
We will return in September
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 | July 15, 2023 | 9-noon | See the list of critical food needs here
Thanks to the many congregation members who continue to support our monthly food drives to support Bethesda Help. We are also pleased that each month we welcome donations from members of the neighborhood. Each month we drop off between 300-500 pounds of food and 10-20 gift cards. Bethesda Help is very appreciative and recognizes Trinity each month in the BH newsletter. 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
Quarterly Interfaith Women’s Center Dinner – Monday, August 14
Trinity will be hosting the Quarterly Interfaith Women’s Center Dinner on Monday, August 14, 2023. The Social Ministry Team will be providing the protein and vegetarian main courses; we need your help with the sides, drinks and dessert. Look for links to Sign Up Genius in upcoming issues of the Bulletin, Trinity Tidings and the Trinitarian.
Registration Open for the Sept 4 Interfaith 5K Race
Registration for the Interfaith 5K on Sept 4 is now open. We are team “Trinity Lutheran Church”. See https://mocointerfaith5k.org
Five Montgomery County religious communities are partnering to create the seventh annual Interfaith 5K race. The 2023 race beneficiaries are Gaithersburg Help and C-4, an interfaith group serving the needs of the Colesville Community. For more information, see the website above, or contact Leslie S.
+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:
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, Len S
family and friends
Jenny A, colleague of Valerie M
Lonnie B, friend of Carol B
Donald B, brother of Marilyn C
Pastor Sarah F-M, friend of Anita S
David G, friend of Tad and Vi D
Terry K, brother-in-law of David and Leslie C
Tracey L, friend of Tom K and Sarah M
David M, friend of Sabrina R
John M, brother of Sarah M
Mary M, grandmother of Maggie F-L
Martha R (Sterling Care), friend of Trinity
Karen and Harold S, friends of Pamela B
Margarita S-G, sister of Anna S-G
Christine V-M, family of Robyn K-V
Gerry W, friend of Tom K and Sarah M
first responders
Lisbeth N-D
Greta S & Linda A, sister & sister-in-law of Anita S
Vanessa B, friend of Elizabeth & Ben R
deaths
Isabel S-G, June 24, 2023, sister of Ana S-G
*For family and friends, prayer requests will be kept on the list for 4 weeks. To renew, please complete another card/call the office.
+RESOURCES+
Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrinityELCA/streams
+OFFICE HOURS+
Carmen will be in the office from 9-5 on Monday-Friday. Please contact the office or a council member if you have a request for pastoral care.
