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As we grow in Christs love and the Word, We will share Christs love with the world.
St. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church & Preschool 7925 Sashabaw Rd. Clarkston, MI 48348-2905 FEBRUARY 2017
Greetings in Christ!
What an exciting time to be a part of the St. Trinity family. We are in process of rolling out several new programs for our church and our facility. I realize that one of the most uncomfortable things we experience in our lives is change. However, change is often a necessary step in the growing process. Moses said to the Lord -why me? Joshua questions his own ability. Peter said; Go away from me Lord, Im a sinful man. Even our heros of scripture feared change. But, the old saying often rings true, If you keep doing what your doing, you keep getting what you got. Friends, If we love our church, we must put in place the steps to preserve its future. So I say to all the faithful I am so thankful for you. To highlight a few of the positive changes we are seeing, starting with the attendance numbers, the 4th quarter of 2016 had a 13.5% increase in attendance over last year at the same time. This is very encouraging to see that we are growing and bringing the saving message of Jesus to new people. Another encouraging event was at our January Voters Meeting in which we approved several new items. These plans are to continue to create an atmosphere of an open and friendly church inviting all to come and feel the love of our Risen Lord here. With the approval of these items, we are opening up several new positions to serve here at St. Trinity. One of these exciting new initiatives is the sanctuary projection system. With the approval of this new system, we are now moving forward quickly on ordering a new system that will include 90 monitors for the sanctuary to be used during the worship services. We hope this system will be up and running just in time for Easter. This addition will enhance the worship experience for all who attend, and will add new opportunities for members and friends to assist in the worship service. We have also added additional office staff to assist in the day-to-day operations of the church administrative needs. This is very exciting, and will again add to the smooth transition into the new leadership team. As we move forward into 2017, we are currently seeking members to join the new call committee to evaluate potential candidates to be your lead pastor. This process is one that will evaluate the qualifications of potential pastors to fill the position of Senior Pastor here at St. Trinity, and we will be communicating this progress to the congregation. Another exciting transition is the establishing of a new worship schedule starting February 19th. This means that there will no longer be an alternating Traditional / Blended worship schedule. The traditional service will always be at 8:15, with the blended service always on Saturday night and at the 11:00 service time Sunday. Prayerfully this will remove any confusion to guests or visitors or even staff as to style of worship on any given day. There are many areas of the ministry that we are looking at, and as always we welcome your input or suggestions on how we can better serve you, the members and the guests of St. Trinity.
In closing, Friends in Christ, your leadership team understands that often the most difficult time is when we undergo change, and we pray that all the changes we propose will be to the Glory of our Lord and to His Church! Please keep this process in your prayers. Gods richest blessings to each of you!
In Christ, Pastor Mike
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Cost of Ministry for 2016 As of 12/31/2016
Offering Collected = $ 380,032.93
Actual Expenses = $ 361,335.71
OVER $ 18,697.22
When we meet planned expenses, our part of Gods mission is getting done.
J.O.Y. Group
(Just Older Youth) The J.O.Y. group meets again
on Thurs., February 16 at noon for a potluck and fellowship. This month we will be playing the Newlywed Game and other love games. Join us and bring a dish to pass & a place setting for FUN, FOOD, MUSIC & FELLOWSHIP. FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP PARTY
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 STARTING AT 5:30 PM
Tired of cheering on your favorite team all alone? Then join us in the FLC classrooms and watch the game with friends. If you dont like football, bring your favorite game or Wii or Xbox. We will also have an open gym, so dont wear street
shoes; non-marking shoes please. For food, we will have a potluck, so bring a dish to pass or one of your favorite snacks. Beverages will be provided. Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends.
An updated Membership Directory is now available in the Narthex so that you can stay in touch with your St. Trinity family. If we have incorrect information for your family, please contact the church office.
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES With Communion
March 1 4:00 & 7:00 pm
MID-WEEK LENTEN SERVICES Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
March 8 March 15 March 22 March 29
April 5
Lenten dinners will be served from 5:30-6:45 pm prior to each Service.
Dessert donations are needed.
LADIES GUILD VALENTINE TEA Thursday, February 16
On Thursday, Feb. 16th at 6:30 pm, Liz Meyer will be hosting the Ladies Guild Valentine Tea at her home. We will be having an
evening of fellowship and light refreshments. Feel free to bring something to share. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex. Please come and bring a friend!
ST. TRINITY ELDER CONTACT INFORMATION
We welcome 2 new elders to the board, Dick Lash and Aaron Meyer. If you need to contact an elder, below is their current contact information. You may contact any elder at any time with any questions or concerns you may have.
Mark Koenig 248.627.7417 [email protected] Richard Trudelle 248.885.0830 [email protected] Dave Hahn 248.332.9730 [email protected] Lou DeMonaco 248.535.5640 [email protected] John Ehlke 248.821.4175 [email protected] Marty Franke 248.625.0566 [email protected] Dick Lash 248.394.0141 [email protected] Aaron Meyer 248.673.6773 [email protected]
ST. TRINITY STAFF EMAIL ADDRESSES
Pastor Mike Duchene: [email protected]
Gretchen Goolsby: [email protected]
Lisa Cooley: [email protected]
Julie Schultz: [email protected]
On Feb. 3rd, well be headed to the Zap Zone in Waterford for some great family activities like laser tag, glo golf, bumper cars, mini bowling, and more! Tickets are available for purchase at Zap Zone. Please RSVP by signing up online with Sign Up Genius (details on how to do that were emailed out in January) or by emailing Julie at [email protected]. Well meet here at the church at 6:30 and drive there together. Hope to see you then!
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March Newsletter Deadline
is Friday,
February 10th
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT For it is by grace you have been saved, through faithand this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of Godnot by works, so that no one can boast (Ephesians 2:8-9). Salvation is a gift of God; we neither deserve it nor can we earn it. God gave it out of love for us (John 3:16). Jesus came to be our Savior while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8). Because Christ first loved us, we will want to give of our time, talents, and treasures in love and thankfulness to Him to help build and strengthen the members of the household of faith and to share the message of salvation with the whole world.
2017 ST. TRINITY CHURCH OFFICERS
Chairman (1) Fred Hohnstadt Vice Chairman (1) Kurt Schroeder Recording Secretary (1) Stella Shepherd Board of Finance (3) DArcy Gonzales (16-18) 3rd Richard Karstensen (17-19) 2nd Elaine Schultz (17-19) 1st Board of Properties (3) Kathy Feldmeyer (16-18)7th Jeff Feldmeyer (16-18) 7th Mel Spresney (16-18) 4th Eric Kindsvater (17-19) 4th Kirk Costello (16-18) 3rd Amy Costello (16-18) 3rd Dale Ludwig (16-18) 3rd Sue Ludwig (16-18) 3rd Art Saunders (16-18) 3rd Richard Karstensen (16-18) 3rd Joseph Ashley (16-18) 3rd John Wudarcki (16-18) 2nd Ernie Schwarz (15-17) 1st
Board of Elders (3) Mark Koenig (15-17) 1st-Chairman John Ehlke (17-19) 2nd, Co-Chair Dave Hahn (15-17) 2nd Lou DeMonaco (15-17) 3rd Richard Trudelle (17-19) 3rd Marty Franke (17-19) 1st Aaron Meyer (17-19) 1st Dick Lash (17-19) 1st Board of Youth- Family Fellowship (3) Judy Orler (17-19) 7th Paul Orler (17-19) 5th Gloria Blaski (16-18) 4th Pam Boadway (15-17) 11th Marilyn Lash (16-18) 3rd Sandy Bowen (16-18) 3rd Dakota Bowen (15-17) 2nd Marsha Drennan (15-17) 1st Steve Pflieger (15-17) 1st Russ Tarnowsky (17-19) 1st Board of Stewardship (1) Chuck ClausChairperson Paul Rossi Rich Meyer
Board of Evangelism (1) Carole Milton-Chairman Mitzi Schempf Richard Schempf Rochelle Scalf Ernie Schwarz Board of Human Care (1) Connie Irish Donna Reigle Elaine Schultz Anna Lewandowski Stella Shepherd Judy Spresney Pam Orrell Michele Weingust Family Life Committee Aaron & Julie Meyer Sharon Schroeder Dick Lash Dena Pflieger Board of Future Growth Ed Salter
Board of Education (3) Sherry Blaski , SS Super. (Aptd.) Dale Ramig, Co-SS Super. Aptd.) Julie Schultz (15-17) 2nd Jason Schultz (17-19) 1st Sharon Schroeder (17-19) 1st Aaron Meyer (17-19) 1st
Ladies Guild Pam Boadway-Chairperson Carole Milton Donna Schneider Technology Committee TBD
Human Resource Committee (3) TBD
Chairpersons nominated by boards:
Elders Finance
Properties Education
Youth & Famil