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A message from Pastor Zehnder (trz)
The conversations with Trinity started last November. It went something like “Would there be any chance that you would be available to assist at Trinity as an Interim Pastor?” Conversation ensued and here I (we) are. I am truly humbled to be given the trust that comes with your “Call.” Jackie and I thank you for your warm welcome and continued patience as we walk this road together.
In three months or so I will have opportunity with you to review this “Call” to see that it is still helpful for you and possible for me and Jackie to continue. So put this on your prayer list.
This is a remarkable congregation. Your history is fascinating and the ministry you are involved in is superlative. It takes such energy to keep the wheels moving at Trinity, and you are supplying such energy. Keep the level high! We need total commitment as we go forward in the proclamation of the Gospel which is THE ministry of Trinity.
Our school programs (infants through 8th grade) are the finest examples of such organizations! Excellence is everywhere! Thanks to all who make these things happen.
I look forward to worship this weekend and in our future together as the Lord Jesus gives! trz
And, p.s., Kids should be in the services of worship with their parents!
Here’s a portion of an email I received from one of our mothers who passed on to me an interesting comment made by one of the children of the family (age 6!) after last Sunday:
“As I was bringing (my son) to school, he, out of the blue, piped up and said that from now on it was ok for him to sleep in church! I had no idea he was actually listening to your sermon and you’ve started a bad precedent in a kid who’s only 6. I absolutely love it …”
Eutychus speaks: “I love it too!” As we do.. . .
Stewardship Drive
Mark your calendars! Consecration Sunday is May 31, 2015. There will be one 10am combined service on that Sunday as we celebrate the outcome of our Stewardship Process reception/dinner will follow. This Stewardship journey will begin formally on Saturday/Sunday, May 9/10, 2015. This fine and tested process is truly a Gospel-based approach to the grace of giving! You will enjoy it and our congregation will flourish by it! Bob Meyer will be leading the process with help from a “cast of thousands.”
We are a congregation with a tremendous financial challenge! Our budgeted church offering amounts have not been matched by reality of actual offerings, and we are running, running, running behind. We can change this very quickly. From time to time I will be addressing this pressing need. In the meantime, let’s do what we can to change this somewhat daunting situation! Thanks brothers and sisters! - trz
Traffic Flow at the Magnolia Building
Construction is moving forward at a quick pace! Next week, work will begin on the soccer field and Amelia house. We will lose our field use and driveway access to Amelia Ave on Tuesday, February 3rd. At that time, the driveway of the Magnolia building onto Magnolia Ave. will become a TWO WAY drive. No parking will be permitted along the Magnolia driveway. PLEASE be cautious when entering and exiting. Drive slowly and please pay careful attention. Thank you!
Women’s Party Time
This month the regularly scheduled bunco party group will play a different game with chocolate as our reward. Yum! Super simple; no skill; no thought; -- perfect for a social gathering around food and laughter. THURSDAY, February 12 at 6:30 p.m., come to the Magnolia Ministry Center building with a food dish or snack or drink to share with 12-16 women. Bring a valentine to exchange as well! (I’m bringing a box of candy heart to share with each person). More questions? Ask Deaconess Liz! 407-488-1919 x 127 or eborth@trinitydowntown.org
Foundations Class
Our next class will begin after Easter and will meet on Saturday evenings before worship. Stayed tuned for details.
Trinity Church Honors Lo Phillips as a Good Samaritan
The Lutheran Services of Florida Good Samaritan Award Dinner is an opportunity to recognize one individual from each Orlando area congregation that best exemplifies the man Jesus describes in Luke 10: 25-37. On SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, beginning at 5:30 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Orlando (1515 South Semoran Blvd.) is sponsoring the event. Everyone is invited to attend the banquet party. Dinner tickets are $30.00 per person (to cover meal and costs). Make reservations and purchase tickets through Trinity Lutheran Church office no later than Sunday, February 8th. NO TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR! The evening is fun, the food is delicious, and the fellowship is warm. Make your reservation with Deaconess Liz at 407-488-1919 x127 or eborth@trinitydowntown.org. You may place a check in worship service collection plate BUT mark “Good Samaritan” in the memo line.
Voters Meeting, Sunday, February 22 in the Sanctuary 12:30pm
Agenda includes:
- Presentation of Updated By-Laws for Trinity Congregation for consideration for adoption
- Presentation of the 2015 Nominations Slate for Elected Members of Elder's Ministry Team & Leadership Council
- Executive Officers Reports - V.P. / School Board / Finance
Can’t Make it to Church?
If you or a family member cannot make it to church, please contact Trinity’s Visitation Pastor, Rev. Dennis Glander. He would be very happy to visit with you and bring Holy Communion to you at home. You may contact him at 407-249-0361 or cell 407-409-1179 or via email at dglander1326@att.net.
Is Your Spirit Under Construction?
Obviously our campus is under construction. Let your spiritual construction be just as obvious! Noah didn’t have to figure out how to construct the ark because God said, “This is how you are to make it…” You can follow Noah’s wise example, act in faith, and work diligently to build prayer walls of salvation around our school and homes. Use a Bible verse like: “Jesus, take these little children into your arms and bless them.” Simple prayer. Repeat it daily like a mantra. If you would like to receive a short prayer every day for your child and school, simply visit www.momsinprayer.org.
Simple, Short-Term Service Opp
Can you carry a beverage container in one hand and pass a cup with the other? Can you push a lever and fill a cup? Then the Free Coffee - Java Team is for you! Every Wednesday through May, Trinity members hand out free coffee to every vehicle that stops at the light on Magnolia/Rosalind and Livingston. Every person who walks up to the cart sitting at the empty lot on Livingston receives a FREE cup of coffee. This is a wonderful way to share God’s free gift of love for all - no strings attached. Come at 7:30 a.m. and help as long as you can until 8:45 a.m. Short time, short term, easy service! Contact JJ Alexander: 407-538-1011 or jjalexa@gmail.com
Facebook Updates
If you have a Facebook account, search for Trinity Downtown-Trinity Lutheran School. Articles, photos, and information are posted regularly on classroom activities, events, construction, and more. Please like the page so that you receive a notification when something new is posted.
Fearless Caregiver Conference
Free spots available! OVERWHELMED by caregiving challenges? (Examples: I can't balance family, work, and caregiving. ** My adult child will never be independent. ** My family members won't help. ** Mom doesn't listen to me. ** Dad won't stop driving.) Bring your questions to the experts! Limited free tickets are available. Date of event: February 26, 2015. Place: Holy Trinity Reception and Conference Center, 1217 Trinity Woods Lane, Maitland, FL 32751. 8:30am to 2:30pm Lunch is included. Register at: caregiver.com. Questions? Please call 877-829-2734.
Youth News
8th Grade Confirmation News
We are entering into the home stretch, with only a couple of months left before the big day! As we move toward the Rite of Confirmation there are some special events coming up:
Sunday, February 8, after the 11:00am service, Sanctuary
8th grade Confirmation “Meet and Greet” with Pastor Zehnder and other leaders on the Confirmation team.
Thursday, April 2, 5:00pm (seated by 4:50pm), Fellowship Hall
Seder meal for 8th grade students, family, and prayer partners in the Fellowship Hall on Maundy Thursday. The Seder meal depicts The Last Supper (which took place on Thursday of Holy Week). It is a moving experienceand precedes the Maundy Thursday Evening Service at 7:00pm.
Wednesday, April 22, 7:00pm, Sanctuary
Worship & 8th grade Confirmation Exam
Sunday, April 26, 11:00am service, Sanctuary
Confirmation Sunday, with reception following
We look forward to walking with you through these Confirmation Days! Questions? Contact Elder, 8th grade confirmation teacher, Tim Norris at norris.timothy@gmail.com.
Parents! We are looking for a house to host our February HS Youth event!
The event will be on Sunday, February 15th, from 7:00pm-9:00pm. All we need from you is kitchen space, a room to hang out, and a place to play games and eat. We will do all cleaning & entertaining! 🙂 Contact Laura or Mike if interested! Ramiz.laura@gmail.com Or MikeMiessler@gmail.com
Lost in Found concert in Weston, FL
HS Youth, are you going!? Friday, February 13 at 7:00pm in Weston. Contact: Laura Ramiz at 407-404-3242 or Michael Miessler @ 727-686-7403
Upcoming Trinity Youth Events
All ages--tell your parents--bring your friends--spread the word--join us for some fun!
February–Mardi Gras
March–Palm Sunday Picnic
April-Day On The Town
May–Summer Bash!
Contact: Laura Ramiz at 407-404-3242 or Michael Miessler at 727-686-7403
High School Bible Study, DONUTS!
High School Bible Study each Sunday in the upstairs classroom building is at 9:30am If we get enough people to come in the coming weeks, Laura Ramiz will bring donuts. 🙂
High School Youth Gathering--Save the Date
What: 2015 FG District High School Gathering
When: March 13-15, 2015
Where: Westin, Lake Mary, FL (Orlando Area)
Theme: Collide! Come enjoy a weekend of fun, focusing on to what it means to be a new creation in this world. This theme is based on 2 Corinthians 5:17 and the students will talk about "experiencing the life God meant them to live."
Estimated cost: $170 per student covers the registration event fee and hotel. The event fee is $110 per participant. This includes a pizza snack on Friday night, lunch, AND dinner on Saturday, a t-shirt and all programming fees. Hotel rooms cost is $109 per night plus tax (based on quad occupancy). Registration will be opening soon and will close two weeks prior to the event.
A parent meeting will be coming up in the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned!
Trinity Events
LSF Good Samaritan Dinner
5:30pm. 2/22/2015
Viking Challenge
Saturday, February 7th
Lutheran Schools' Week at Trinity
February 7 through February 15
Combined Worship Service followed by a meal
Sunday, February 15th, 10:00am
Voters Meetings
February 22 and April 19, in the Sanctuary at 12:30pm
TLS News
Viking Challenge
The students of Trinity Downtown challenge you to: support Trinity Lutheran School with a donation, exercise aerobically, and watch and pray as we “Grow Together” and complete our building campaign with a new soccer field, a renovated school library, and additional technology tools.
You may be familiar with the IceBucket Challenge, the fund-raising phenom of 2014 for the cause of ALS research. At Trinity our Viking Challenge is more than a quick cold splash. We are challenging you to dive-in, dash, pedal, wheelchair, walk, skateboard, jog. . . you can choose what to do with your family and friends. We want you to enjoy the challenge of fun and fitness and to remember Trinity with a gift for our encouragement and challenge to get active!
Next week we will open the Viking Challenge webpage with full details: how to pass along the Viking Challenge through social media, read scripts, list our incredible thank you gifts, and more. For now, just prepare to walk around Lake Eola and challenge your friends in support of Trinity!
P.S. If you cannot ‘save the date’ of February 7 from 9:00am to Noon, you can still participate in the fundraiser any day and time, from February 7 through March 31, when the Viking Challenge closes. February 7 is only the beginning and the kickoff for this grand, six-week project. Whether you send your own Viking Challenge to friends while you are skiing the slopes in Colorado, or rollerblading down the boardwalk in Daytona, you can send a message any time! Challenge your friends to get active and actively support Trinity in the Viking Challenge.
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