For anyone unable to attend in person, the worship service, led by Kathy Long, Licensed Lay Minister, is streamed live at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday on Trinity's Facebook page and website. The Sunday bulletin can be downloaded here and the children's bulletin is available here.

The year ahead is a time of boundless opportunity to do good and to grow spiritually and intellectually. Remember, the future belongs to you and you can do with it whatever you want to because God has given you freedom of choice.
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Women of the ELCA
January 9: Prayer Vigil for Peace in the Middle East

Recognition of 2025 Baptisms: Sunday, January 11
During the 9:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday, January 11—Baptism of Our Lord Sunday—we will be recognizing those who were baptized in 2025. Please join us!

Annual Congregational Meeting: Sunday, January 18
Trinity's annual Congregational Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 18, in Luther Hall immediately following the 9:30 a.m. service. Yearly reports of committees, officers, and organizations will be reviewed. In addition, discussion about our 2025 activities will take place.

Jack & Jill Preschool Sunday: Sunday, January 25
Please join us at our 9:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday, January 25, as we celebrate Jack & Jill Preschool Sunday. During the service, the children will be sharing some of their favorite songs and rhymes. The preschool is also hosting a food drive to support Trinity's food pantry.

Pantry Item for January
The pantry item for January is PASTA. Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. A total of 82 boxes of macaroni and cheese were donated to the pantry in November. Your support for those among us with food insecurity is greatly appreciated!

• Discussion was held regarding the need for better lighting on the Third Street side of the church, snow removal from the parking spaces on Third Street, and the progress on security plans.
• Social Ministry reported the Thrift Store had a very successful Christmas sale. Kay Patterson is retiring as director of the Thrift Store on Dec. 31 after an extremely successful "career." Kudos and many thanks to Kay!
• Noted that initial plans have been made to have a fellowship event in Luther Hall in Kay's honor, as well as the installation of a bench outside the Thrift Store in honor of Kay and the other volunteers.
• Welcomed the following new members to council beginning in 2026: Linda Williams, Darrin Arndt, Jennifer Arndt, and Lily Costenbader (youth representative).
• Approved Valor Clinic Foundation as the recipient of 10% of the 2025 non-ELCA benevolence funds.
• Council officers elected for 2026 are Linda Williams (president), Sue Lovejoy (vice president), and Lee Becker (secretary). Reappointed Kay Becker as treasurer and Dawn Mulcahy as financial secretary.
• Thanked outgoing council members Jane Roberts, Al Sellers, Craig Haupt, and Sarah Scilipoti-Ahner (youth representative) for their service and dedication.

• First Saturday Quiet Communion at
  4:00 p.m.
• Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.
• Sunday School at 10:45 a.m.

In the event of inclement weather, check the following for the status of our services and activities: WFMZ-TV (Channel 69); BRC-TV (Channel 13); the church office (610-377-4303) for a recorded message; or Trinity's Facebook page.

Trinity's Youth Group for grades 7 through 12 meets the last Sunday of the month at 10:45 in the Youth Room. Come enjoy some learning, fun, and activities with Alex! As always, feel free to bring a friend. Adult chaperones are always needed, so if you would like to help, please contact the church office or speak with Alex.

Registrations
Registrations are still being accepted for the 2025/2026 school term. You do not have to be a member of Trinity or live in the Lehighton Area School District to have your child attend the preschool. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to schedule an appointment to tour the preschool. Scholarships are available to help families defray some or all of the cost. If you would like to learn more about Trinity's preschool program, please call Jane Howells, preschool director, at 610-377-6562, email her at jackandjillpreschool@yahoo.com, or visit their website.

Ink Cartridge Recycling
Please drop your used ink cartridges in the containers in the church office or narthex. You can also drop them in the blue tote on the side porch at the preschool. Recycling ink cartridges results in needed funding for the preschool ... and it's good for the environment!

Amazon Wish List
The preschool has created a wish list on Amazon, with many great items that they could use for the classroom. For the month of January, they could use postage stamps, hand soap, and card stock. Click here to make a purchase. If you prefer to buy locally, your donations can be placed in the basket in the church narthex, in the blue bin on the side porch at the preschool, or they can be left with Bev in the church office.

Monetary & Gift Card Donations
Monetary donations are always appreciated by the preschool. Please make your check payable to "Jack and Jill Preschool" and note that it's a "General Donation" in the memo line of your check. Gift cards from Walmart, Amazon, and Giant are also accepted.