Trinity TidingsThursday 8. June 2017

Trinity welcomes all to a community in Christ;serving others, growing in faith, living in hope, and reaching out in love.

TrinityLutheran

Church

11200 Old Georgetown Rd.North Bethesda, MD 20852

Phone301.881.7275

E-Mailoffice@TrinityELCA.org

WebTrinityELCA.org

Facebookfacebook.com/trinityelca

A Reconciling in Christand

a Stephen Ministrycongregation of the

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

The Holy Trinity 11. June 20178:15 am and 10:45 am, with choir, organ, and tympaniInstallation of Congregation Council, Teacher Appreciation

Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worshipyour glory, eternal Three-in-One, and we praiseyour power, majestic One-in-Three. Keep ussteadfast in this faith, defend us in all adversity, andbring us at last into your presence, where you live inendless joy and love, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,one God, now and forever. Amen.

Church Picnic at Noon this Sunday!Those with surnames:

A – K bring dessert L – Z bring a salad or side dish

Chicken and beverages will be provided.Join us for great food and fun, games and fellowship following the

10:45 service on Sunday, 11. June!

The Holy Trinity 11. June 2017

Assisting Us in the Liturgy this Sunday

8:15 am 10:45 amAcolytes Joshua B Anusha AAssisting Ministers Carol B Nathan LChildren’s Church Anita S Anita SGreeters Nancy J Christine B & Jane FLectors Sarah M Nicholas CUshers Ross A & Mike J Mark P & David CCoffee Hour Steve S Church PicnicAltar Custodians Carol BBulletin Assembly Noralyn DTellers Greg & Margaret F

The Holy Trinity

11. June 2017

Z Genesis 1:1-2:4aZ Psalm 8Z 2 Corinthians 13:11-13Z Matthew 28:16-20

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Who Is The Trinity?

The doctrine of the Holy Trinity is not an easyconcept to grasp. Most descriptions andillustrations often wind up explaining or describinga heresy about who and what God really is ratherthan clarifying this teaching of the church. God isnot one being with three different job titles, orthree separate pieces that when put togetherbecome one being. God doesn't have multiplepersonality disorder or shed one role to take onanother. There's no hierarchy to the Trinity. Godthe Father didn't pick a human man to be God theSon, and God the Holy Spirit isn't God's physicalbreath. It's almost easier to explain who theTrinity isn't than who the Trinity is: one eternalbeing comprised of three separate but equalpersons.

As confusing as the Trinity may be, it is how thechurch has collectively come to understand whoGod is. We proclaim this understandingthroughout the order of worship: the presider andthe assembly greet each other in the name of thetriune God, and later we proclaim our belief in theTrinity when we recite the creed.

It's not a mistake that the reading for todayincludes the Great Commission: to make disciplesof all nations, "baptizing them in the name of theFather and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit"(Matt. 28:19). Whenever we gather to performthe ritual of baptism, we begin by declaring ourfaith in God who created us, redeemed us, andsustains us. Through baptism we become childrenof God, and God makes a promise to be with usalways. Understanding that promise is the key tounderstanding the triune God. The Trinity is Godwho created us, saved us, and supports us in ourlives of faith. The Trinity is God who loves usdeeply and passionately and who desires our love.The Trinity is God being present in our lives evento the end of the age.

Reprinted from Words for Worship, © 2016 Augsburg Fortress.Used by permission of Augsburg Fortress.

Stewardship Update as of 4. June

61 families have pledged $286,440 to ourannual stewardship campaign.

65 families have pledged $481,440 to our 3year mission appeal, and $279,879 has beencontributed to BTAB!

If you have returned your commitment cards,THANK YOU! If you have not returned yourcommitment cards for Grace ChangesEverything and BIGGER than a Building!, pleaseprayerfully consider the blessings God has givenyou and respond generously. The informationfor our annual stewardship program and ourspecial mission appeal are on the Trinity webpage under the “Giving” tab. Thank you andGod bless you in your generosity!

NOT TO BE MISSED —"A Glorious Celebration" HANDBELL CONCERT,featuring two handbellchoirs, drums, flute, organ,timpani, and vocal choir. The concert will be a greatevent for all members of thefamily, with some specialsurprises especially for thechildren. Please come andbring your family, neighbors,and co-workers. The concert is Saturday, 17.June at 6:30 pm here at Trinity. We will becelebrating our 28th annual handbell concert andthe 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Areception follows the concert. Calling all children–The handbell choir needssome children to help with a special piece theyare playing at their concert on Saturday, 17. June. Please see Marilyn or contact her by email(ringermc@aol.com) for more details and to signu p . N o r e h e a r s a l i s r e q u i r e d .

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Remember in Your Prayers. . . the church

our synod & bishopsBishops Elizabeth Eaton and Richard Graham

our missionariesStephen Deal & Marta Giron, Central America

our congregationTrinity Church. . . the nationsAfghanistan, Central African Rep., Congo,Egypt, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Liberia,Libya, Myanmar, Namibia, North Korea,Palestine, the Philippines, Russia, Somalia,South Korea, Sudan (Darfur), Syria, the UnitedStates, Yemen, and Zimbabwe. . . the sick and suffering

hospitalElaine D, Suburban Hospital nursing/rehabilitation centerMargaret B, Aarondale Assisted LivingBruce S, Sunrise of McLeanPhilip T, Manor Care PotomacJohn W, Sunrise of Rockville

homeBud B Fred K June LCraig O Dianez S Rob W

family and friends*Betty & Willie H, friends of Louise GChandran L, pastor of ICWF Judith W, mother of Karen T *For the family and friends, prayer requests

will be kept on the list for 4 weeks. After 4weeks, please complete another prayercard. Thank you.

DeathNoble S

+ 6. June 2017cousin of Miriam M

Birthdays13 Jun Jan P14 Susan S17 Taylor K, Sharon M-H

Baptismal Days13 Jun Steven R15 Julia L-L16 Philip S, James T

This Week at TrinityThe Holy Trinity 11. June 2017Installation of Congregation Council,Teacher Appreciation

8:15 am Holy Communion with Installation of Council

9:30 am Sunday School10:45 am Holy Communion with

Installation of CouncilMon 7:30 pm Heavenly HandbellsTues 11:15 am Staff Meeting

6:30 pm Cong. Council at PrB’sWed 1:00 pm Men’s Group at Larry J’sThur Trinitarian DeadlineSat 6:30 pm Joint Handbell Concert at

Trinity

Next Sunday 18. JuneSecond Sunday after PentecostFather’s Day

8:15 am Holy Communion with Healing Service

10:45 am Holy Communion with Healing Service

1:45 pm Bethesda H&R–Finance

Looking Ahead at Trinity18 Mid/High Mission Trip to York, PA19 Refugee Sponsorship Comm, 7 pm20 Stephen Ministry Supv., 7:00 pm21 Mutual Ministry Comm., 7:30 pm28 2017-2018 Planning Mtg, 7:30 pm29 Trinitarian Mailing, 9:30 am

Anniversaries14 Jun Jeanine & John B15 Pam & Kim B, Elaine W & Jim J17 Jerry B & Brian A

Living Lutheran magazine(June issue) is on the coffeetable in the Lounge. Pleasetake one to read & return it,if you wish.

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Refugee SponsorshipUpdateOn Monday, 19. June at 7:00 pm,the refugee co-sponsorshipcommittee will meet in room 10for an important planningmeeting. We will talk about thevarious tasks that need to becompleted prior to and after the family's arrival.Please come if you would like to be a part of theplanning process.

There will be many other ways to help supportthe family, and the committee will keep thecongregation informed as we move ahead withthe planning. For example, we will require gentlyused home furnishings such as a sofa, diningtable and chairs, clothing storage pieces, and bedframes (twin and double.) If you might have anyof these items to spare, please contact Kathy T(kthrower24@gmail.com).

One Service!

Starting 2. July andrunning through LaborD a y w e e k e n d , 3 .

September, Trinity will be holding one Sundayservice at 10:00 am, followed by Coffee Hour at11:15 am. This is a great opportunity to meetTrinity members who normally attend “thatother” service. You’ll also leave church in plentyof time to enjoy the summer sunshine!

Summer Music 2017Do you sing? Play an instrument? Or have ason, daughter, friend who does?Solo? Duet? Trio? Ensemble? Wewould love to hear you (or yours)during worship – during theoffering or during the Communion– at 10:00 am. Sing or play yourfavorite piece, hymn, or anthem. If you (oryours) can play or sing at a summer service inJuly, August, or Labor Day weekend, please signup on the sheet located on the Bulletin Boardnear the Social Hall Kitchen for one or moreSundays this summer.

Trinity Supper Club willbe starting up again thisfall. We’ll organizegroups of about 8people to gather fordinner each month. Inthe past, the groups metat a different houseeach time with the host providing a main dishand others contributing sides & drinks. Ofcourse, each group can decide together on theschedule, rotation, and responsibilities thatwork best for those involved, so don’t feel leftout if you aren’t in a position to host or thethought of cooking a big meal terrifies you! Thisis a chance to meet new people, deepenrelationships, enjoy good food, and sharewhatever gifts you can bring to the table. If youare interested in learning more or havequestions, suggestions, or special concerns tobe considered, you can either email Luke(luke@trinityelca.org) or look for the infosign-up sheet in the foyer on Sunday mornings.

The Word in Season for July-Sept 2017 is in thetract rack in the Social Hall.

Teacher Appreciation

Preschool and Elementary Grades: Christine B, Linnea A , Margaret F, Jane R,Jeanine B, Mary M, Robyn K-V

Youth Classes: Anita S, Pastor B

Adult Forum: Mary B, David K Sunday School Support: Ross A (Children'sMusic), John B (Substitute), Mike J (Logistics)

Please pick-up your First Quarter Statements

in the Social Hall.

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Pentecost at Trinity 4. June 2017

Trinity will be a Good Neighbor: Resettling a Refugee Family

The first few months in theUnited States are the mostintensive for refugees andimmigrants. To ease thetransition, Lutheran SocialServices / National Capital Area will match Trinity in the next fewmonths with a refugee family tohelp provide additional supportfor a short period of time.

Trinity, as a Good Neighbor, will give a refugee familya greater sense of belonging in Maryland. Dependingon the needs of a particular family we will meetingrefugees at the airport, furnish and prepare their firstapartment, providing guidance on shopping, banking, transportation and other local resources.

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