May 2018 - TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH REESE, MICHIGAN

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

9858 North Street

Reese, Michigan 48757

Secretary: Heather Dennis Board of Directors Chairman: Brent Dankert Board of Directors Vice Chairman: Mark Bringold Board of Finance: Scott Briggs Board of Elders: Ken Zimmer Board of Trustees: Rob Pike Board of Stewardship: Betty Wiseman Board of Evangelism: John Dohrmann Board of Education: Eric Rupprecht Board of Worship: Jeff Sommerfield Board of Social Ministry: Milinda Bader Youth Board: Mike Reinert Parish Education: Connie Ackerman Cemetery Board: Tom Bauer Treasurer: Julie Neumann

Staff: Childcare Director: Shelby Stewart Caregivers: Sheila Aguilar, Shelby Aguilar, Shelly Aguilar, Trisha Ray, Amanda Ward, Christina Springsteen , Lindsay Harmon, Anette O'Dell Media Supervisor: Beth Dankert School Secretary: Shannon Britton School Custodian: Greg Wright School Cook: Amy Wendland Office Coordinator: Lena Mossner Financial Coordinator: Gary Weiss Church Custodian: Sondra Sylvester Youth Director: Christina Weidner

Teaching staff: Pre-School: Julie Wheeler Pre-School Assistant--Lisa McGilton Kindergarten: Cindy Briggs 1st & 2nd Grade: Christina Weidner 3rd & 4th Grade: Kamie Pike 5th & 6th Grade: Cindy Briggs/Levi Bringold 7th & 8th Grade: Levi Bringold 7th & 8th Grade: Sherry Urbanczyk Computer: Beth Dankert Music 1-8: Mr. C. Handballs & Choir: Mrs. Brown/Mrs. Yagiela

"Teaching About CHRIST, Leading To CHRIST, Caring Like CHRIST."

Thank You To All The Volunteers Who Make This Newsletter Possible And To All The Members Of Trinity Who So Willingly Give Of Their Time And Talents To Serve Their Lord In Various Capacities! 16

The Trinity Tidings

The monthly newsletter of Trinity Lutheran Church

May 2018

9858 North Street Reese, Michigan 48757 989-868-9901

Pastor Daniel Burhop Principal Levi Bringold

From the Pastor:

A New Catechism?

Over the last few months we have been looking at the Six Chief Parts of the Small Catechism. When you think back to Confirmation Class, those six parts (10 Commandments, Creed, Lord's Prayer, Baptism, The Lord's Supper, Office of the Keys), are just what is included in "Section 1". There are three other small sections that Martin Luther included as well. The Second Section is the Daily Prayers. These include prayers for the morning and evening, as well as prayers for before and after eating. The Third Section is the Table of Duties, where Luther uses passages from the Bible that directly related to our lives in our different vocations (e.g., fathers, citizens, hearers of the word, etc.). The Fourth Section is titled "Christian Questions with Their Answers" and includes Twenty Questions to ask ourselves before we come to the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.

All of this is included in the first few pages of what you might think of as "Luther's Small Catechism", but this doesn't even include what is called the "Explanation" which is what you might remember as all the questions and answers along with Scripture references that are included in the hundreds of pages that follow the actual text that Luther wrote. This "explanation" has been changed over the years of our Synod. As times change, more questions and resources have been added as well.

At the 2013 Synodical Convention a new explanation was requested. As Rev. Paul McCain writes, "During its 2013 convention, The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod directed its Commission on Theology and Church Relations to prepare a new explanation with the concurrence of the President of the Synod and the support of Concordia Publishing House. The necessity for this new expanded and improved explanation was underlined by the Synod when it noted that such an effort was necessary due to `the many changes in the understanding of morals, and civil and natural law in both the church and society.'"

This new Explanation was published at the end of 2017. One of the major changes is that the new version was crafted in a way that makes it much more "devotional" in its structure, and even has some basic discussion questions for individuals, groups and families to use in their reading. Here is how Concordia Publishing House explains this:

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

1 Letter from the Pastor 2 Board of Elders 3 Board of Directors News 4 Board of Directors conti./VBS 5 In Our Continued Prayer/ Memorial &

Honors/Thank you 6 LWML 7 Financial Statement/ Scrip 8 Worship for Shut-Ins

9 Hear the Word 10 Principal News 11 Child care/Pre-School 12 Confirmands 2018 13 Lunch Menu/ Fun Facts 14 Trinity Happenings/ Area Happenings 15 Coloring Page 16 Boards/Staff

OFFICE HOURS (school) 7:30 am--3:30 pm (Mrs. Britton) OFFICE HOURS (Church) M-T 9:00 am -- 3:00 pm (Mrs. Mossner)

With 374 questions and 1142 Scripture references, the new explanation provides more biblical teaching and devotional aids than ever before.

What else is new with the updated and expanded Explanation? The Central Thought section guides you through simple Bible study and reflection questions A Closer Reading helps you dig deeper into the wording of Luther's Small Catechism Connections and Applications relates Scripture to important issues in today's culture Psalms, hymns, and prayers combine Scripture and catechism study with worship for devotional use Bible narrative references, expanded notes, and quotes from Martin Luther and the Confessions delve into God's

Word Expanded appendix provides helpful articles, reference material, and glossary to aid in personal study

This new edition of the Small Catechism and Explanation is a remarkable aid for our lives in the world at this time. It would be wonderful for each family to have a copy for their own use. Because of this, our Board of Parish Education has applied for a grant (and received it) from both Thrivent and our Trinity Endowment to purchase around 100 copies of this resource for our congregation to give to families.

On May 6th, during the regular Bible Study hour, we will be giving these books to those who come to Bible Study (one per household) and also taking time to look at it together, to highlight the different sections and to teach how to use this resource in our lives. While many of our students at Trinity have the older (1991) edition, we will be transitioning to using this new catechism in the next year, so this is also a great opportunity for our families to come and learn about it and also receive a copy for their children to use in school and confirmation class. If you have any questions, please contact me, or Connie Ackerman (Chair of the Board of Parish Education).

Deaths:

2

Baptisms:

4

Releases:

0

Transfer in:

0

Board of Elders

Transfer Out:

0

Confirmation:

9

Affirmation of Faith:

0

Membership as of 3-31: Baptized 1041

Communicant 845

Associate 13

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Trinity Happenings

MOTHERS DAY : cards & gifts are available in the Book & Gift Store for Mother 's Day. Stop and Look !

ADULT HANDBELLS will be rehearsing on April 26th at 6:30 pm and playing in church on April 29th.

5th SUNDAY MEAL: Sunday, April 29th, Social Ministry will provide ham, warm bread, chips and beverages. Please sign up on the sign-up table if you will be attending.

ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL will be held May 3rd & May 10th at 6:30 pm to prepare for singing on May 13th.

GROW WITH THE NEW CATECHISM: Sunday, May 6th, Pastor Burhop will explain the new Luther's Small Catechism during Bible Class hour. Each family will receive a free copy compliments of Thrivent, The Endowment Fund & Board of Parish Education. Please call the church office if you plan to attend.

HOSPICE "What to know about Hospice before you need it" is the theme presented by McLaren Hospital Chaplain Ricky Himm. All are invited to hear him speak on Thursday, May 10th. This is part of the Mary Martha meeting which starts at 7:00 pm. Plan to attend.

CHURCH CAMP-OUT will be June 15th--June 17th at River Valley. Cost is $35.00 a night. Contact Beth by May 20th to save your spot.

PIANO: Maintenance completed on piano in Sanctuary. A new Dampp Chaser unit was installed at a cost of $525. Work was completed April 23rd.

VBS will be held June 18th? June 22nd from 8:30 am--11:30 am. Students and volunteers can register online at trinityreese. If you have any questions, please speak with Bert Cheshire or Heather Burhop. Thank you! We are looking forward to a great week.

SCRIP: Abele Greenhouse gift certificates of $20 are now available. They're great for upcoming spring planting. Purchase now thru May 25th and redeem by July 1st.

BABY HATS: Olivia Grimpo and Brianna Pike will be hosting a baby hat -making session. This session will be on April 27th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. It will be held in meeting room 1 & 2. There will be material available to learn how to make these hats, but you are welcome to bring your own as well. Refreshments and dessert bar will be provided. These hats will be donated to the Underground Railroad of Saginaw.

SAVE THE DATE : BLOOD DRIVE at Trinity. Nicole and Joel are planning a blood drive on May 7th from 2:00 pm-7:00 pm through Michigan Blood. They will be sending out more information as the date gets closer but due to the time constraints (56 days between donations) they wanted to let you know so you could save the date. They have a goal of 20 pints. We hope to see you there.

CHANGE THE WORLD : 5K Fun/Run Walk, Friday May 11th at 6:00 pm, starting in the school parking lot. Follow this link to register: /r/2018-FunRunWalk Proceeds to benefit the food pantry. Free hot dog fellowship meal following the run. More details and a course map will be located on Trinity's Facebook page. Registration ends April 27th.

Area Happenings

PEACE CHURCH BOOKKEEPER: Peace Lutheran Church has a staff opening for a part-time bookkeeper (Monday through Friday, 20 hours per week). Responsibilities in general include: Assist with the day-to-day financial operations of the church and its ministries, including data entry, maintaining files, working with payables, reconciling accounts and generating reports. Basic requirements: Experience with general bookkeeping duties using Microsoft Word & Excel, willingness to learn Shepherd's Staff accounting software, and ability to work independently and in confidence. A more detailed job description is available. Fill out an application and apply in person at the Peace Church Office, 3427 Adams Ave., Saginaw

IT'S DINNER AND A SHOW!! Come show your support of Holy Cross Lutheran School 2/3 Grade teacher Heidi Kern in her battle against breast cancer at our Spaghetti Dinner & HCLS Student Talent Show fundraiser on Friday, May 4th from 5:00pm-8:00pm in the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall (600 Court Street, Saginaw). Dinner is spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, rolls, dessert and a beverage. Adult tickets are $10, student tickets (age 5-12) are $7, children aged 4 and under are free. Advance ticket purchases begin Sunday, April 15th and are available at the door. Questions, please contact First Grade teacher Jolene Glaser (jolene.glaser@).

ZION LUTHERAN- Bay City (510 W. Ivy) will launch Faith Inkubators' Faith Stepping Stone "Raising a Healthy Baby" on Saturday, May 5th, at 6:30pm (after Saturday evening worship services). Faith Stepping Stones are three-week courses designed to encourage parents to lead and teach their children faith at each unique stage of their child's development. Soon-to-be parents and parents of infants are invited to learn more about their baby's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs and connect with other young parents. We hope you'll be involved and spread the word to parents you may know! Let us know if you plan to attend by contacting the church office at (989)894-2611.

AMERICAN LEGION CHICKEN BAR-B-Q is April 29th at the Richville, Legion Hall on M-46. Drive thru take-outs are $9.00 starting at 11:00 am. Dine In start at 11:30 am. Cost: $9.00 for adults, children 6-12 $5.00, 5 and under free. Dinner includes chicken, potatoes, dressings, gravy, coleslaw, bread & butter, cupcakes & beverage.

VLHS is seeking a social studies teacher with interest and/or experience teaching global issues and government/economics. The ability to lead an extra-curricular activity is also desirable. The ideal candidate will be a commissioned minister of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. The position begins August 1st, 2018. Applicants may send a resume' with references and a cover letter to Dr. John Brandt, Valley Lutheran High School, 3560 McCarty, Saginaw MI 48603 or by e-mail at jbrandt@. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For further information call Dr. Brandt at 989-790-1676.

VLHS is excited to once again offer quality, fun, half-day, one-week camps in June in a variety of sports and extra-curricular areas. From drama to football, soccer to band, there's something for everyone! New camps this year: 3D Printing and Spanish! Head to camps for the full schedule and to register. Questions? Contact Amy Cooper at acooper@.

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March 20, 2018 Agenda: Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

Call to Order ? Approval of the Agenda Devotion/Prayer - Pastor Burhop Secretary's Report ? Heather Dennis (Absent)

Approval of February 20, 2018 BOD meeting minutes M/S/C February BOD meeting minutes approved as written. Pastors Report - Pastor Burhop The Music Director accepted the call to Trinity. The reason for the delay had to do with district. Vicar placement will be April 24th, It is possible to know a week ahead of time. Valley Lutheran Lenten Concert Worship Services held at Trinity was a success. Over 450 in attendance, numerous positive

comments about Trinity. (3 students from Trinity were involved in the concert) New Business

Review of Financial Data Scott Briggs reviewed the financial data reports that are sent out each month and how to read them and what each line means.

Appointment of Vice Chairman M/S/C to appoint Roy Krauss as the Vice Chairman for the remainder of 2018.

Appointment of Auditing Committee To be made up of 3 people Jeff Sommerfield Patrick Reynolds M/S/C to move forward with only two people for the Auditing Committee if a third cannot be found.

Appointment of Memorial and Designated Gift Committee Members M/S/C to appoint the following people to the Memorial and Designated Gift Committee Jane Dohrmann Sharol Brechtelsbauer Tom Bauer Ruth Beyerlein Betty Wiseman Sally Sahr

Appointment of Trust Fund Committee Members M/S/C to appoint the following people to the Trust Fund Committee Jane Dohrmann Sharol Brechtelsbauer Tom Bauer Ruth Beyerlein

Budget Discussion Are there any specific requirements or guidelines they need to be aware of. Music Director Call Vicar Budgets have been submitted for the School, Social Ministry, and Stewardship

Old Business Board Goals and Members Missing Board of Trustees Goals and Member List Missing Board of Worship Goals and Member List Missing Youth Board Goals and Member List Michigan District Lay Delegate nomination and appointment by April 24th M/S/C Board of Directors give the Chairman and Pastor authority to appoint lay delegate for the Michigan District Convention Personnel manual needs updating. Last updated 11/18/14. Committee needed. Home Schooling Cooperative Update and Discussion To have any discussion on this we need the following motion, "To remove the question from the table." This item will not be voted on tonight, but will be voted on at the April BOD meeting. To end the discussion we need a motion to table the question for further consideration. Eric Rupprecht gave an update on the changes that were made to the Home School Program based on the questions that were raised at the February BOD meeting The program is relevant to Grade 1 thru 8th The program can be entered into at the beginning of the year and at the beginning of each semester. Students are required to attend chapel. Students are required to attend safety drills Students are required to leave the school property once done with class they are attending

Board Reports: Chairman - Brent Dankert New item for next month Voters Meeting Date June 24th or June 4th

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES CONTINUED

Vice Chairman ? Roy Krauss Budget Committee Vice Chair ? Roy Krauss Finance Chair ? Scott Briggs Pastor Rep ? Pastor Burhop Principal ? Levi Bringold Rep from Stewardship ? Betty Wiseman Rep from Stewardship ? Dan Pike Compensation Committee Vice Chair ? Roy Krauss Elders Rep ? Paul Hess or Ken Zimmer BOE Rep - Eric Rupprecht Trustees ? Rob Pike M/S/C to appoint the following people to the compensation committee. BOD Appointment ? Julie Neumann BOD Appointment ? Vicky Durkee

Board of Finance - Scott Briggs Boards of Elders - Ken Zimmer Board of Trustees - Rob Pike Board of Stewardship - Betty Wiseman (Absent - Dan Pike) Board of Evangelism - John Dohrmann Board of Education - Eric Rupprecht

Principal Report - Levi Bringold (Absent) Board of Worship - Jeff Sommerfield (Absent) Board of Social Ministry - Milinda Bader (Absent)

Had a very successful dinner March 14th, 2018 with proceeds going to Wellspring Diaper Drive. We will host the April 29th 5th Sunday fellowship. Youth Board - Mike Reinert Parish Education Board - Connie Ackerman Cemetery Board ? Tom Bauer Valley Lutheran Report - Julie Neumann (Absent) M/S/C to close the BOD meeting at 9:06pm with the Lord's Prayer Next Meeting: April 17, 2018 at 7:00pm

Youth Group News:

Vacation Bible School

June 18-22, 2018

Students and volunteers

register online at:

trinityreese

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Sunday

School Lunch Menu--

MAY

Monday

Tuesday

1 Chicken strips

Wednesday

Thursday

2 Pizza

3 Sloppy joes

Friday

4 Baked ham

Saturday 5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Pancakes and Chicken ala King Nacho supreme Hamburger bar

Baked chicken

sausage

w/veggies

bar

13

14

15

16

Cereal bar

Chicken breast Pizza

sandwich

17

18

19

Homemade macaroni Spaghetti w/

& cheese

meat sauce

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

Homemade

Bosco sticks (w/ Nacho supreme Pizza burgers

NO SCHOOL

french toast

pepperoni)

bar

27

28

29

30

NO SCHOOL

Turkey gravy Pizza

31 Taco salad or chicken pasta salad w/ croissants, fresh veggies, apple slices, milk

FUN FACTS ABOUT MAY:

It is the third and last month of the season of spring. The birthstone of May, the emerald, symbolizes success and love. May in the Northern Hemisphere is similar to November in the Southern Hemi-

sphere. May was once considered a bad luck month to get married. There is a poem that

says "Marry in May and you'll rue the day". In Old English May is called the "month of three milkings" referring to a time when

the cows could be milked three times a day. The Indianapolis 500 car race is held each year during this month. The Kentucky

Derby, the world's most famous horse race, is also held on the second Saturday of this month. The month of May is devoted to the Virgin Mary in the Catholic Church. * The United Kingdom celebrates May as National Smile Month. * The last week of May is Library and Information Week.

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2018 CONFIRMANDS

Olivia Grimpo Becky & Kevin Grimpo Sponsors: Phil Grimpo Witnesses: Lori Smalley & Cheryl Barden

Kyle Ratajczak Karla & Chris Ratajczak Sponsors: Mark Wendland

Deanna Reinbold

Brianna Pike Kamie & Dan Pike Sponsors: Tammy Salchert

Kirk Reinbold Robert Verbeek

Grace Brown Audrey & Timothy Brown Sponsors: Jennifer Snabes

Alexandra Morris

Michael Hughes Cindy & David Hughes Sponsors: Angela Hughes

Jason Dishaw

Alanna Bull Kelly Bull

Sponsor: Kathy Karkanen

Aubrey Putman Melissa & Ryan Putman Sponsors: Jill & Mike Sella

Wally Knop Kristi Farmer

Mya Brown Krystle Norman & Austin Brown Sponsors: Allison Roscoe & Brent Brown

Elizabeth Kern Kathleen & Dustin Kern Sponsors: Bonnie Adair & Kristi Keil

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In Our Continued Prayers

Continued Prayer: David Hughes, Mark Otto, Jeanette, Edward Schrader

Prayer Request: David Hughes, Roy Krauss, Art Hope, Cindy Houghtaling, Heather Livingston & her family, Brian Fowler

Payton Matzke, Edward Schrader, Matt Kern, Becky Edwards, Keith Stockmeyer, Marian Schrader, Amy Schempp, Betty Bender, Elsie Marx, Joan Reif

Shut-ins: Betty Bender, Jennifer Elbers, Iva Greenleaf,

Helen Reif, Beneva Schemm

Military: Justin Guerrero (stationed in Alaska) 2354 Central Ave. Unit 21, Eielson, AFB AK 99072

Brandon Bierlein, (Dyess AFB) Texas, 7 Queen Annes Lace, Abilene, TX 79606

Addresses: Helen Reif, 5750 Sheridan Road, Unionville, Michigan 48767

Please inform the office if you know of anyone else who should be added to this list.

Memorials & Honors

In Memory of Leona Otto--General Fund

Leona Otto--Choir Fund Leona Otto--Building Fund

In Memory of : Marvin Weiss--General Fund

In Memory of : Karl Kaul--School

In Memory of : Jerry Noble ?General Fund

In Memory of : May Prueter--O Give Thanks

In Memory of: Margaret Sink--Debora & James Hill

THANK YOU

A Grateful Thank You Thank you members of Trinity for your prayers before, during, and after my recent cancer surgery at Henry Ford Hospital. God has answered those prayers, as the prognosis is very positive, maybe some future treatments. A special thank you to Pastor Burhop, Pastor Hakes and Mr. Ron Keup for their prayers and visits to my home during this long ordeal. I read a very special quote after my surgery, "Remember doctors treat, but only God can heal." Isn't that so true! God's healing hand has truly blessed me today and may he always bless you also. I am very grateful for His gifts of love and healing. Yours in Christ Tim H. Kaul

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