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

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Women of the ELCA
September 9: Prayer Vigil for Peace in the Middle East

Rally Day
Sunday, September 8, is the beginning of the Sunday School year, otherwise known as Rally Day. All children age 3 through grade 6 are welcome to attend Trinity's Sunday School, which begins at 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Bring a friend!

Fellowship Picnic
To coincide with Rally Day, the Youth Group is hosting a Fellowship Picnic following the 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, September 8. All members of the congregation are invited to attend this FREE event.

Movie Night
The Youth Group's next Movie Night is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, at 7 p.m. in Luther Hall. The movie "IF" will be shown, starring Ryan Reynolds, Cailey Fleming, and John Krasinski. Admission is FREE, and popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit projects of the Youth Group.

Harvest Home Sunday
Harvest Home will be observed on Sunday, September 22, at 9:30 a.m. You are invited to bring food items to display around the altar, or if you wish to make a monetary donation, Harvest Home envelopes are included in your September/October contribution packets. All donations of food and money will benefit Trinity's Food Pantry. As we all know, it is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35).

All-You-Can-Eat Brunch
Join us on Sunday, September 22, for an all-you-can-eat brunch! The event, hosted by the Youth Group, will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Luther Hall. We hope you come hungry because the menu will include pancakes, homemade potatoes, scrambled eggs, sausage, toast, and beverages. All proceeds benefit projects of the Youth Group.

Pantry Item for September
The pantry item for September is TUNA. Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. A total of 42 boxes of pasta were received in July. Your support for those among us with food insecurity is greatly appreciated!

• Property Committee reported that the two new doors for the Food Pantry and Thrift Store are awaiting installation.
• Approved the following for membership at Trinity: Jenna Posselt through affirmation of faith; Randall and Emily Kunkle and their daughters Harper and Raelyn through affirmation of faith; and Kristin Warmkessel and daughter Sadie and son Keith by transfer from Dinkey Memorial Evangelical Lutheran Church.
• Tim Klotz, chairman of the Call Committee, reported that Trinity is now on the synod website as looking for a full-time pastor, and that Bishop deForest and Pastor Shankweiler will meet with the call committee on August 29.

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

Trinity's Youth Group for grades 7 through 12 meets the last Sunday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. in the Youth Room. Come enjoy lunch, 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 2024/2025 school term that begins in September 2024. You do not have to be a member of Trinity, or live in the Lehighton Area School District, in order 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 Jet Cartridge Recycling
Please drop your used ink jet 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!

Amazon Wish List
The preschool has created a wish list on Amazon, with many great items that they could use for the classroom. 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.

Donations
Monetary donations are always appreciated by the preschool. Gift cards from Walmart, Amazon, and Giant are also accepted.