Trinity Family
From Pastor Martin
Thanks for a great start on our FALL FELLOWSHIP EVENTS! Last Sunday’s Church Picnic was a great time to get together and visit over a delicious meal, in the cool comfort of the gymnasium on a brand new floor. And our 7th & 8th graders received some generous donations towards their Washington D.C. class trip. (Did you hear our new Student Council leaders in church and see how they worked together to clean up after the picnic?!!)
Next comes the Fall Festival on Friday, October 23 (details in a separate article) and Trinity Family Sunday on November 22, when we’ll welcome new members and a lot of new staff just finishing up the Foundations class, then Thanksgiving dinner together after church on Sunday, November 22.
Our Outreach Ministry Team is on the move, with weekly planning sessions, and a 10’x20’ display table on Magnolia for the Calle Orange festival on Sunday, October 25. (check the info on road closures for Sunday worship that day.)
We are blessed to have another member of the Trinity Family joining us on October 25. Pastor Billy Brath returns to bring us God’s Word and an update on the ministry of LiveUCF. Please give him a warm welcome and offer your encouragement as we partner with him in campus ministry at UCF! The LiveUCF Gala is coming Saturday, Nov. 14.
Another one of our Ministry Partners, Lutheran Hour Ministries, is coming to Orlando to host the Regional Outreach Conference Friday & Saturday, November 13-14, and to partner with us in worship on November 15th. Lutheran Hour’s radio host Rev. Greg Seltz will be our guest preacher at our 11am service on Sunday, November 15. The Lutheran Hour airs on over 1350 radio stations across North American. Rev. Seltz has been the Lutheran Hour radio speaker since 2011. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear about the mission of the Lutheran Hour Ministries. The ROC conference that weekend promises a great line up of topics and spreakers. We have been blessed with a $79 discounted rate since we’re having Rev. Greg Seltz as guest preacher. The conference is a rare opportunity to bring a wave of “outreach enthusiasm” to our campus. (Additional scholarship help is available.) Please sign up with Chanda in the church office — she will be attending as a representative of our Trinity ministry staff and church membership as someone who is deeply committed to outreach! TLC@TrinityDowntown.com.
Looking forward to Reformation Sunday on October 25. Not only will it be the day some of our first year confirmands start receiving the Lord’s Supper, but it will be the 498th anniversary of the Reformation, dating back to Martin Luther’s posting of the 95 Theses on the door of the castle church in Wittenberg, Germany. Earlier this fall our 7th and 8th graders heard that Luther was born November 10, 1483, took his stand at the Diet of Worms on April 18, 1521, translated the Bible into German in 1522, published his catechisms in 1529, and served the Lord as a father, pastor, and theologian until his death on February 18, 1546. www.LutheranReformation.org is the website the LC-MS just launched with lots of re-sources in preparation for the 500th Anniversary in 1517. The October edition of the LCMS monthly Lutheran Witness is full of Reformation history. You can subscribe by calling 1-800-325-3040 or email lutheran.witness@lcms.org
And don’t forget to join us for this Sunday’s Voters Assembly Meeting at 12:30 in the Sanctuary so you can hear the updates on our January Dedication Date, Senior Pastor and K-8 Principal Call Processes, as well as the next steps in our campus revitalization plans. And of course, down the road in December, we have The Gift, Wednesday Advent dinners & Worship, Christmas Eve Worship, Cantata… and more…
Trinity Voters Assembly Meeting, this Sunday, 10/18
The first regular meeting of the Voter’s Assembly will be held on October 18th following the 11 o’clock service. Agenda items will include the State of the Parish, Financial Health of the Parish, School Board and Leadership Highlights Reports.
Orlando Outreach Conference Will Energize You to Witness
Are you ready for a two-day event that offers practical knowledge and witnessing tools to train you on how to be mission-minded disciples for Jesus Christ? Make plans now to attend the Regional Outreach Conference (ROC) hosted by Lutheran Hour Ministries at the Buena Vista Palace Hotel near Orlando on November 13-14. Workshops will focus on a variety of topics that address the needs of the church in the 21st century. Register today! Visit www.lhm.org/roc or call 1-800-876-9880. $79 rate for Trinity registrants. (contact chanda for discount code at TLC@TrinityDowntown.com We would love to see a large group of Trinity folks there to learn more about outreach in the church today!!
Traffic Patterns on Sunday, October 25th
Magnolia Ave will be closed Sunday morning due to the Calle Orange Festival, so you’ll need to plan for detours and delays.
Traveling West on I4 Exit at colonial, cross over Colonial continuing on Hughey. Left on Robinson, (cross Orange and Magnolia), left on Broadway, Left on Amelia, Left on Ruth, come out just in front of Parking Garage.
Traveling East on I4 Exit onto South (cross over Orange and Magnolia), left onto Rosalind, right onto Robinson, left on Broadway, left on Amelia, left on Ruth, come out right at parking garage
From Semoran/Lake Underhill E/W expressway driving West, exit onto Rosalind, merge left onto South Street, right on Robinson, left on Broadway, left on Amelia, left on Ruth, come out at parking garage.
What is OUTREACH at Trinity Downtown?
Trinity’s Outreach Ministry Team is committed to bringing people one step closer to Jesus. Does that sound like a good idea to you? Then consider joining us on Wednesdays at 1pm in Pastor Martin’s office to find out how we’re going to make a difference in more lives. We’re digging deep into Lutheran Hour Ministry’s Outreach resources so we can touch hearts and change lives in the name of Jesus. Sign-up in the narthex, join us on Wednesdays or email Jim.Martin@Trinitydowntown.com for more info.
Early Bird Special! Thursday Men’s Bible Study Breakfast
Guys of all ages are invited to get breakfast together, study the Bible, and pray every week, on Thursday mornings at 6:30am. This group meets at City Diner – Next to Trinity @ 411 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801. If you would like more information, please contact Bob at itsfriday@yahoo.com.
LiveUCF Gala, Saturday, November 14th, 6pm
Celebrating our ministry to the University of Central Florida. You are invited to an elegant evening learning about and celebrating the ministry of LiveUCF. It is being held, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Orlando. We are grateful for our many partners, individuals and congregations who provide the resources we need to continue in ministry. The annual gala is a night to lift up the work we accomplish together. During the evening you will have the chance to hear about our Fall ministries, meet our Board of Directors, and talk with students and leaders while enjoying wonderful food and drink. More information & ticketsLiveUCF.com/Gala or 321.287.7742
Redeeming Life Maternity Home Dinner, November 14, 5pm
Join supporters of Redeeming Life Maternity Home in Sanford for a FREE meal. You can take a tour of the home – (and meet our first baby girl!), schmooze with other like-minded life supporters, dine on River City succulent barbeque, and make a monetary pledge or donation. There is no limit on how much or how little you contribute to help frightened women choose life in your support of Redeeming Life Maternity Home. Please sign up with Deaconess Liz in the Narthex after this Sunday’s services. –Saturday night friends, look for the display to reserve your spot.
Outreach Opportunity, Calle Orange
On Sunday, October 25, it is expected that 60,000 people will fill Magnolia Avenue for Central Florida’s largest Hispanic festival which brings together people of many nationalities, religions and backgrounds to enjoy food, music and dancing in the streets of downtown Orlando.They will come virtually to Trinity’s doorstep. What an amazing opportunity to give witness to Jesus Christ. A booth in front of our Magnolia building is planned 1am-4pm. You can help; pray for an effective witness, offer your help to prepare the booth, volunteer to be in the booth for an hour. Email Outreach Ministry Team members Omar & Gladys Dittmer ODittmer892@gmail.com. Thank you.
You Take the Cake
This week, the ladies of Trinity’s Supper & Speaker celebrate LWML month with a cake for Sunday Coffee Hour. Your free will offering will support scholarships for our Trinity school students, for the women of Trinity attending LWML conventions and retreats, and to fund the annual shipping cost of 65-75 quilts for Lutheran World Relief.
What’s With the Washtub?
Weekend worshipers may have wondered why there is a washtub and washboard on display in the narthex. The LWML women ask you to bring full size bars of soap and fill the tub. These bars are send to Lutheran World Relief for worldwide distribution.
Gently Used Hymnals
If you would like to take home a copy of “The Lutheran Hymnal” or the “Lutheran Book of Worship” which are no longer being used at Trinity, look for the box of used hymnbooks in the Sanctuary, by the stairs to the balcony, and give one a new home before the end of October. Thanks!
Support our School Ministry fundraisers!!
Whether you are a staff member, parent, or church member, Trinity Lutheran School’s PTL has plenty of opportunities for you to get involved in our shared ministry events. PTL events like our first-ever Fall Pumpkin Patch and the HUGE annual Touch-A-Truck event connect our school, church, and surrounding community. These events not only raise funds to support our school (Infants to 8th Grade), but they draw big crowds from the surrounding community to our church! We need your help to make them happen!
Pumpkin Patch
The pumpkins are coming this Saturday morning at 8am! If you’re availbale for an hour or two to help unload pumpkins, please drop by…. or come later in the day to purchase a few! Pumpkin Patch sales will take place October 17—31: Monday through Friday from 3:15 to 6:15 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (October 31 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Trinity’s PTL is organizing the event, and all proceeds will benefit Trinity Lutheran School (infants to 8th grade).
Got Shoes?
Everyone needs a pair of shoes and lots of people want lots of shoes. Some people want and need one pair of shoes. Students of Trinity Lutheran School are collecting gently used walking shoes and NEW socks for every size and gender the entire month of October. We can all help. The cooperative effort of Trinity church and school members last year resulted in over 300 pairs of shoes. TLS teacher, Becky Lehenbauer travels to LaPaz Hondouras every November on a mission trip sponsored by Operation Barefoot. Shoes should be left in the hallway of the two story building along the wall under the stairs.
Costume Party? Supper and a Speaker
Thursday evening, November 5 is five days past traditional costume days, but not for the women of Trinity! Beginning at 6:30 p.m. that evening, the Supper & a Speaker event presents a pot-luck dinner with Mel Barger speaking about her career with stage costumes. Bring a main course or vegetable dish to share that has a secret or hidden ingredient — i.e. Mock Apple PIe is made with Ritz Crackers and has no apples. Dessert, coffee, and iced tea will be provided. One more thing, YOU don’t have to wear a costume. Talk to Deaconess Liz with any questions or need for childcare: eborth@trinitydowntown.org or 407-488-1919 X 127.
PTL Fall Festival, October 23, 5:30-7:30pm
Trinity’s PTL is also hosting a Fall Festival on Friday, October 23, from 5:30—7:30 p.m. and church and school folks are invited! Stop by for a hamburger or hot dog dinner, live music, hayrides for the kids, a cake walk, and an interactive Halloween story performed by VPK teachers Colby Howard and Stacey Carroll. Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and participate in a costume contest. It will be a great time for food, fellowship, and pumpkin shopping. We hope to see you there!
Trinity OWLS (Older, Wiser Lutherans)
Come join us Friday, October 23rd, 11am, for a special tour of our New Century Center and Child Development Center, by Patty Moser, CDC Executive Director. (Miss Patty has also promised us a little child entertainment!) And we’ve added a special tour of our K-8 Elementary Classrooms by Kevin Brockberg, Interim K-8 Executive Director. Please enter on Magnolia Ave., drive through the Magnolia building parking lot, to the New Century Center. You’ll see available parking spaces. After our tour, we’ll have lunch at the City Diner, where an area will be reserved for us. Please contact Dittmers at 407-658-9815, odittmer892@gmail.com. Trinity Seniors, and friends, come join us!!
Did you attend an LCMS National Youth Gathering in the past?
We’d like to share your experience of that Youth Gathering with other in a short video to encourage support from our members and encourage our Trinity youth to attend. If you’re interested, please contact Mike or Laura at TrinityHSYouth@gmail.com.
Trinity Shares Christmas
Watch for the Christmas tree – it’s coming soon! This will be our eighth year of sharing Christmas. We will partner once again with Angel Tree Ministries to help incarcerated parents give Christmas presents to their children and food to the children’s caregivers. The children of the families we will serve this year range in age from one to 16 years; the release dates for the parents range from 2016 to 2052. The goal of this project is to help the families build and maintain a relationship as we share the Christmas message and gifts with the children and their caretakers.
We are hoping to have the tree up by October 31 (maybe a week earlier), and we will make sure that those who attend the late service have a chance to take some ornaments! Each angel ornament will contain a gift, food, or donation request. Please take one or more ornaments and return the requested item with the ornament by November 29. Please do not wrap the present and do not use the adhesive side of the ornament to attach it to the present.
We have several very short-term volunteer opportunities to help make this program a success. If you would like to help, or if you have any questions about Trinity Shares Christmas, please contact Glenda Frazier at whitemice@bellsouth.net.
For ALL the Active Women
It’s coming sooner than you think! The best of the best spiritual and energetic women of all the churches in the East Orlando area are gathering on Saturday morning November 7. The purpose is Bible study, talking, eating a great breakfast and lunch, talking, making hygiene kits for Clean the World Foundation, worship together, and talk. Holy Cross in Lake Mary will host and offer everything for only a $7.00 registration fee. Flyers with all the details are in the East Narthex on the LWML table.
Free Concert at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Oviedo!Saturday, November 14, 7pm
Matthew Smith is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter who writes brand new music to centuries-old hymn texts. He is a founding member of the Indelible Grace community, whose work has drawn acclaim across denominational lines and is used in churches around the world. Born out of a college ministry, the reimagined hymns have found wide acceptance both among college students and the church at large, joining people who desire to honor tradition with those who want a modern musical approach. His latest album is Hiding Place. Full band. Old hymns. New music. Special up close and personal: Matthew will also give a seminar on hymns at 5:00 PM before the concert. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2021 W SR 426, Oviedo, FL 32765 407-365-3408.
Lutheran Haven Flea Market, October 24, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
For Sale at LOW Prices!! Clothing, Furniture, Appliances, Artwork, Collectibles, Radios, Jewelry, Linens, Bicycles, Holiday Items, Housewares, Games, Electronics, Computers, TV’s, Cameras, Lamps, Vacuums, Toys, Books, Plants, Baked Goods and much more! Stay for Lunch!! Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Popcorn, & Drinks at Lutheran Haven Aloma Ave. (SR 426) & Chapman Road Oviedo, Florida
Reformation Celebration at St. Luke’s, October 18, 4pm
A Musical Celebration of the Lutheran Reformation, a community celebration which will be held
at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Oviedo on Sunday, October 18, at 4:00 PM. We are planning ONE MASS CHOIR REHEARSAL TO BE HELD AT 2:00 PM IN ST. LUKE’S CHOIR LOFT ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, THE DAY OF THE 4:00 PM CELEBRATION. All who love to sing are welcome to come and be a part of this choir, regardless of whether their own choir is formally participating. (Trinity folks interested in participating, please contact Glenda Frazier at whitemice@bellsouth.net for a copy of the music).
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.
Trinity’s Website
Take some time to check out the rest of the TrinityDowntown.com website. Find out more about Youth Ministries, Women’s events, Bible Studies and more. Check out the photos of your church family and read more about how to get connected. And, please send your best event photos to TLC@TrinityDowntown.com so we can share them on the website. Thanks.
Youth News
Trinity Youth in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
We would like to encourage all of our youth to wear pink on Sunday,October 18th to show support of breast cancer awareness month (We’ll take a group picture).
Middle School & High School Bible Classes available at 9:30 Sunday Mornings
MS and HS Youth Sunday classes provide opportunities for students to grow deeper in their relationship with God as well as their relationships with others. Meet the Youth Ministry Team leaders in the second floor classrooms of the K-8 building for fellowship and study time each week.
Middle School Youth Events
- November 6-8: “Fearless” Middle School Youth Gathering. For Middle School Students (6th-8th grade), Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center. Registration Closed. For more information, please contact Mrs. Jennifer Blackwood at mom23girls@cfl.rr.com.
High School Youth
- National Youth Gathering YG Commitment Date is Sunday November 1 (Forms will be going out soon). Laura and Mike will be present after every service on November 1 to answer questions and collect forms.
- Upcoming Events
- Friday, October 30th 7:30pm. All youth are encouraged to wear costumes. Host home needed!
- Sunday, November 22nd 6pm, Turkey Day Party!
- Saturday, December 12th,
- 2pm: Christmas Shopping Fundraiser/Servant Event
- 6pm: Christmas Party
- July 2016–National Youth Gathering–check website for more information!
For more info: Contact Laura (407) 404-3242 or Mike (727) 686-7403, email TrinityHSYouth@gmail.com, check the Trinity Website or the Trinity HS Youth Facebook page!
Important Dates
October 17-31 Pumpkin Patch Sales
October 18 Voters Meeting
October 23 PTL Fall Festival 5:30-7:30
November 1 Commitment Date for National Youth Gathering
November 6-8 Middle School Youth Gathering
Nov 13-14 LHM Outreach Conference
November 15 Rev. Greg Seltz from Lutheran Hour Ministries guest preaching
November 22 Trinity Family Sunday, Congregational Thanksgiving Dinner after 11am worship