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Message, News and Events

Sunday, August 2: 10th Sunday After Pentecost: Vacation Bible School Sunday—Worship With the Sacrament of Holy Communion
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.

Compassionate and Merciful Is the Lord
We often pray for our family, loved ones, friends, and people in need, but some of our prayers need to be exclusively about God. That is what David did in Psalm 103; he praised the unequivocal love of God.

David praises God because He does not remain angry forever, and He does not punish us as we deserve. His love is as great as the span of the heavens above the earth. He removes our sins from us so that we do not need to dwell on them any longer.

David expresses His gratitude and admiration for God's greatness. Follow David's example and spend the next few minutes expressing gratitude to God in prayer.

The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. Psalm 103:8, 11-12

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

Annual Church Picnic
Trinity's church picnic will be held on Sunday, August 9, at the Baer Memorial Park Pool's Trinity Pavilion from noon until pool closing. Hot dogs, rolls, paper products, and drinks will be provided, and attendees are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Please RSVP by Sunday, August 2, by calling the church office or signing up in the narthex. In the event of rain, the event will be held in Luther Hall.

Blessing for Nurses, Medical Workers & First Responders
All active and retired members in the medical field are invited to attend worship on Sunday, August 16, for special recognition and a blessing.

Blessing of the Backpacks
On Sunday, August 23, all children and young adults are invited to bring their backpacks to church for a blessing. There will also be a children's message that day.

Faith Night at the Iron Pigs
The Iron Pigs' annual Faith Night will be held on Friday, August 28, when they will be hosting the Syracuse Mets. Game time is at 6:45 p.m., with main gates opening at 5:30 p.m. The cost is only $13 per person, which includes $2 in ballpark credit. The seats are located in section 104 near the main gates. FIREWORKS will be held following the game! If you would like to purchase tickets, call the church office (610-377-4303) or sign up in the narthex by Monday, August 3.

Pantry Item for August
The pantry item for July is MACARONI & CHEESE. Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. A total of 46 cans of vegetables were donated to the pantry in June. Your support for those among us with food insecurity is greatly appreciated!

Council Highlights—July 2026

Approved donations totaling $12,750 to nine charities, requested by the Special Gifts Fund Committee. Also approved scholarships in the amount of $23,134.

Noted that the repair and replacement of the floor in the Thrift Store and the driveway/sidewalk work in front of the Pantry will occur in August.

Approved Beverly Mills to attend the Parish Secretaries' Conference October 6 and 7 in York.

Service Times

First Saturday Quiet Communion at
4:00 p.m.
Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 10:45 a.m.
(There is no Sunday School during the summer months.)

Church News

Youth Group News

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.
NOTE: The Youth Group does not meet during the summer months.

Jack & Jill Preschool

Registrations
Registrations are still open for the 2026/2027 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. 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.