Trinity Family
From Pastor Martin
What a week! I’ve been saying that a lot lately. Seeing Pastor Billy Brath in action lastSunday was a great start and hearing our own Tyler Killinger tell us about his role as President of LiveUCF, and celebrating the 498th anniversary of the Reformation! And, knowing that 5 young people at Trinity have started receiving the Lord’s Supper: Taylor B., Evan H., Ashley R., Brandon Y., and Jason Z.. (Don’t worry Jason, someday “the last shall be first.”)
This weekend (don’t forget this is TIME CHANGE WEEKEND: SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK!) we’ll be celebrating All Saints Weekend in two ways: 1) Consecrating the stained glass window donated in memory of Pastor Ron Fink in all services. God-willing, his widow, Millie will be with us. She’s looking forward to seeing all of you! 2) Reading the names of our members who died during the past year, and inviting everyone to mention the names of other loved ones who went to be with the Lord since last All Saints Day.
Yes, we are gathering for worship on Saturday, October 31st at 6pm even if some of you are “busy” that night — what a great witness – we gather on All Hallows Eve to remember all God’s “saints” who are now with Jesus in glory! And, yes it’s National Youth Gathering Sign-Up Weekend…and Carol and I are excited about hosting our HighSchool Youth Costume Party at our house Sunday night. And… we are privileged to pray a blessing in 11am worship over our Middle School Youth who are going to FL/GA Gathering next weekend.
What A Week: Part 2 Monday evening about 35-40 Ministry Team volunteers gathered around one of Chef Rich Poole’s culinary delights, and shared what we’ve accomplished in ministry the past few months and what we’re planning the next few months. That will require a separate article next week. (Hint… Thanksgiving meal for 100 Homeless, Dedication Week Jan 23 to Jan 31)
I’d wear you out telling you about Ministry Planning on Tuesday, a Visit from Martin Luther in Chapel on Wednesday, Sr Pastor Call Committee meeting Wednesday evening, and the Costume Parade at school on Friday, and reporting on last week’s Fall Festival, Calle Orange, and Pumpkin Patch. Watch for those reports elsewhere.
Coming up very soon we have the opportunity to support four great events: (more info in separate articles)
- LHM Regional Outreach Conference – November 13-14
- The Redeeming Life Gala – Saturday, November 14
- The LiveUCF Gala – Saturday, November 14
- Lutheran Hour Speaker Rev. Greg Seltz at Trinity, 11am November 15
You can see why our worship theme for November will be “THE ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE!” We are Growing Together…to Shine Brighter!
Communication
We’ve been hearing ideas about how we can promote better communication across our campus, throughout our whole Trinity family and into the community. The Pastoral staff and Communications Team are processing the possibilities. Please, keep the ideas coming — share your thoughts with us via email TLC@TrinityDowntown.com or call Chanda at 407-488-1919 x101.
Breast Cancer Awareness
Don’t miss the blog by Deaconess Liz sharing insights from Breast Cancer survivors about how their best, worst experience strengthened their faith.
Reformation News
www.LutheranReformation.org is the LC-MS website with lots of re-sources in preparation for the 500th Anniversary in 1517. Check it out.
Halloween
Check out the Pastor’s Blog about the history behind Halloween and All Saints Day, and some suggestions on how parents can use the secular celebration of Halloween to do some teaching about the truth of God’s Word.
Parent Seminar
On November 16, Megan Miessler, MSW,LCSW,DCE from Lutheran Counseling Services will be presenting a Parenting Talk on “Understanding the Brain.” Attuning to a child’s emotional needs requires an understanding of how their brain works. In this session you will hear how children and adolescent’s emotional reactions can give insight to what is taking place within their brain. This session will also provide you with some hands on tools to assist children and adolescents in coping with stressful situations. To make this event available to all it will be offered at 9am, 12pm, and 5pm on Trinity’s campus. Location details will be available closer to the date.
Orlando Outreach Conference Just Weeks Away
Bring your family and friends to a dynamic outreach experience that will be remembered for years. Join hundreds of other mission-minded individuals November 13-14 at the Buena Vista Palace Hotel near Orlando for the Regional Outreach Conference hosted by Lutheran Hour Ministries. This conference features Speaker of The Lutheran Hour radio program, Rev. Gregory Seltz, and includes many other compelling presenters and workshops as well as opportunities to connect with people from the Southeast to share stories of faith and ideas to reach our communities for Christ. For more information (or to register), 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!!
This Will Be
The Assistant Director of the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre Costume Department is coming to be our speaker on Thursday evening, November 5. 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
Prayer Service, Nov 21
Trinity will conduct our second, quarterly Prayer Service on Saturday, November 21st at 5pm. Please come and help us offer up prayers for those needing God’s healing, and for His other blessings. The Prayer Service will precede the regular 6:00 service.
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
Reservation Deadline for FREE meal
is THIS Monday, November 2. Redeeming Life Maternity Home in Sanford is sponsoring the 2nd River City Barbeque Fund Raising dinner. Fun begins at 5:00 with tours of the home. It is an amazing place filled with love. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and before dessert, you will have the opportunity to pledge your support for a one-of-a kind Christian maternity home in Florida. 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. Call Deaconess Liz — 407-488-1919 X 127 to reserve your spot before Monday.
Growing Together Christmas Tree Ornaments
Coming soon! Growing Together Christmas tree ornaments!
Gently Used Hymnals-Last Chance
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!
Last Chance for Pumpkins!
Today, Friday, 12:15-6:15pm, Saturday 9a-1p. Support our school ministry by purchasing your pumpkins at Trinity’s Downtown Orlando Pumpkin Patch! Thank you!
Touch-A-Truck & Trinity Open House- Preplanning underway for the January 23 event
Chairpersons are beginning to coordinate planning for this annual event on our campus. Our success hinges on the active participation of all of our school families as this is the PTL’s major fund raising effort of the year. Are you able to help? Please contact PTL.TLCS@gmail.com. Volunteer opportunities available during Touch-A-Truck; PRICE hours for parents and students in Grades 6-8 will work to earn credit toward the cost of upcoming field trips to Driftwood, and Washington DC.
Trinity Shares Christmas — The Tree is Up!
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.
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.
A ½ Day Get-Away for Women Only
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. This is an LWML event and the purpose is Bible study, talking, eating a great breakfast and lunch, talking, making hygiene kits for Clean the World Foundation, worship together, and talking. 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. His latest album is Hiding Place. Full band. Old hymns. New music. 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.
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
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.
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. Contact Laura or Mike for the address and details.
- 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 30-31 Pumpkin Patch Sales Friday 3:15-6:15, Saturday 9a-1p
November 1 All Saints Day, Consecrating Fink Memorial Window, NYG Commitment
November 5 Supper & Speaker (Shakespeare and Costume Design)
November 6-8 Middle School Youth Gathering
Nov 13-14 LHM Regional Outreach Conference, Orlando
November 15 Rev. Greg Seltz from LHM guest preaching, reception
November 16 Parenting Seminar by Megan Miessler 9a,12p, 5p
November 22 Trinity Family Sunday, Congregational Thanksgiving Dinner
November 25 Thanksgiving Eve Worship 7pm
November 26 Thanksgiving Day Worship 10am
November 27 Feeding 100 Homeless (details soon)
