Trinity Tidings | October 2nd Edition
Sunday Worship
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Last Sunday. . .
Last Sunday, Pastor Hans asked which son in Jesus’ parable we really are: the one who says all the right words and never goes, or the one who says no and then turns around. The good news is that grace doesn’t wait for perfect attendance or the right words said on time, because Jesus, the Son who both said yes and went, has already gone ahead of us into the vineyard. You can listen to the whole sermon here.
This Sunday. . .
Pastor Hans will preach on why Jesus kept telling stories about vineyards, places planted for grandchildren who would drink the wine. Come hear about the owner’s most foolish choice, sending his own son, and the cup it fills for us.
Nature Meets Creativity
This Sunday, October 4th at 12:00 PM
We are thrilled to announce that the Red Creek Wildlife Center will be joining us for a captivating wildlife presentation as part of this year’s Fall Festival of the Arts. Known for their incredible work in wildlife rehabilitation and education, Red Creek will bring the wonders of the natural world right to our festival. Because of the threat of rain, this event has moved to the WCR Center for the Arts, 140 North Fifth Street.
Annual Hunsicker Organ Recital
Sunday, October 4th at 2:00 PM
The Reading chapter of the American Guild of Organists presents its annual Hunsicker Organ Recital on Sunday, October 4th at 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church in Laureldale. The recital features chapter members, including Trinity’s own Dr. Wentz, who will perform two short works by Portuguese composers. A free-will offering will benefit Help Harvest, and a reception will follow the recital.
John Painter Organ Concert
Friday, October 9th at 7:00 PM
Organist John Painter performs in concert on Friday, October 9th at 7:00 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 435 Court Street, as part of the Fall Festival of the Arts. This is a free-will offering event. A Schuylkill Valley High School graduate, Painter earned degrees from Bard College and the Manhattan School of Music, has served congregations across Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey, performed recitals in the United States and France, and spent six years teaching in Morocco.
Learn more on the Fall Festival of the Arts website.
Ghost Talk with Charlie Adams
Saturday, October 10th
"Many secrets and stories dwell within and around Trinity Lutheran Church. Join author and storyteller Charles J. Adams III at 7:13 p.m. on October 10 to explore those tales not often told…"
Charlie Adams — the Berks County author and broadcaster who has spent decades collecting the region’s ghost stories — comes to Trinity for an evening of them in the All Saints Room. The evening is open to the public and parking is in Trinity’s lot. Tickets are $5, and seating is limited.
Get Your TicketsSave the Date: October 25th
Mark Sunday, October 25th, Reformation Sunday, on your calendar. Our sanctuary will be opened once more and set apart for worship in a service of reconsecration, with the procession at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 10:00 a.m. Worship is open to all. At noon, the celebration continues with the 275th Anniversary Banquet at the WCR Center for the Arts, 140 North Fifth Street. Seating is limited, so please reserve by Thursday, October 15th.
Register Here"Beautiful" Trinity Night Out Friday, October 30th — Reserve by October 11th
Megan Opalinski as Genie Klein in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Jan Opalinski has reserved Trinity a table at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical on Friday, October 30th, with Megan Opalinski in the cast. The buffet dinner is at 6:00 p.m. and the show at 7:30, and the group rate is $70 for the show, the meal, taxes, and gratuities. Carpooling will be arranged. Sign up and pay in person at the Welcome Center by October 11th.
CROP Hunger Walk
Trinity is walking again in the Reading Berks CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, October 11th at Gring’s Mill, and this year the team goal is $751 — one dollar for every year since the congregation began meeting in 1751. Walk with us, or support the team, here.
Trinity Transporters
“Let all that you do be done in love” — 1 Corinthians 16:14
As we walk with and pray for our members in their lives, we are starting a new ministry providing the gift of transportation. Trinity Transporters is a new subcommittee created under our Trinity Care and Concern Committee. The purpose of this ministry is to provide transportation for those who are in need if they have a doctor appointment, outpatient surgery, or other appointments and they do not have a way to reach their destination or return home.
We are looking for those who might be willing to give an hour or two to transport those in need. If so, please contact Deaconess Deborah, Donna Osborne, or Beth Welz — or call the church office at 610-374-4861.
This ministry started in September, and if you do require assistance, please contact one of the three listed above, and we will get you set up with a driver. Be assured, this will be very confidential.
Please consider being a part of this much-needed and vital ministry.
Thank you so much,
Trinity’s Care and Concern Committee
A Moment in Trinity’s History
To celebrate Trinity’s 275th anniversary, we are featuring a historical event each week, curated by Danielle Smith, a Wilson senior and a member of our 275th Anniversary Committee. We will mark many of these events in the week they happened!
A Steeple Is Added (1833)
This is the oldest known photograph of Trinity, a daguerreotype from circa 1851.
In 1833, a steeple was added to the tower of the church building. The pastor at the time, Rev. Miller, opposed the project, reasoning that the money could go toward other things and that the height of the structure posed the threat of falling down “on their very heads.” He even got Dr. Muhlenberg to voice opposition alongside him. However, when the congregation voted, the vote was unanimously in favor of the project.
Did You Catch This Week’s Renovation Video?
New renovation videos are posted on Fridays and do not always get featured in the weekly email. All of the renovation videos have been added to a playlist on YouTube that you can access here.
Common Ground Recovery Community
Looking For a Few Volunteers
Every Monday we are open to the community from 1–5 p.m. We are inviting you to help us help others in the midst of recovery. Volunteers are needed for setup and to help with activities such as board games, chess, and art projects. If you have a skill like yoga, budgeting, art, Bible conversation leader, or faith conversations, we would love you to help us lead! Click here to sign up.
