Friday, December 28, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, December 23rd

Celebrate the birth of Christ tomorrow evening with our special Christmas Eve Service. Special Music will Begin at 7:00pm and the Candlelight Service will begin at 7:30.

Open House - Pastor and Karalee Morris invite all of you to attend a Christmas Open House at their home, 300 North Main Street, (immediately following worship). Please come so that Pastor and Karalee can express their gratitude for your love and support, personally wish you a Blessed Christmas, and also so that you can enjoy good refreshments and great Christian Fellowship.

A special thank you to Karalee Morris for making the beautiful new Christmas banner.

Donations Needed - Large turkeys & monetary donations for the Christmas Day dinner. Help needed on Monday, December 24 at 2 pm and Tuesday, December 25 starting at 8 am. Contact Kato Aldrich 593-5021.

Ministry Assignments for next Sunday, December. 30th
  • Ushers: Youth Group
  • Altar Assistant: Rich ShearAltar Guild: Dot Cornish, Deb Martin
  • Acolytes: Youth Group
  • Lay Reader: Karalee Morris
  • Counters: Dave Pinney, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay McCulloch

Scripture Readings for next Sunday, December 30th

  • Isaiah 63:7-14
  • Galatians 4:4-7
  • Matthew 2:13-23

Saturday, December 15, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, December 16th

Open House - Pastor and Karalee Morris invite all of you to attend a Christmas Open House at their home, 300 North Main Street, next Sunday, December 23rd, (immediately following worship). Please come so that Pastor and Karalee can express their gratitude for your love and support, personally wish you a Blessed Christmas, and also so that you can enjoy good refreshments and great Christian Fellowship.

Donations Needed - Large turkeys & monetary donations for the Christmas Day dinner. Help needed on Monday, December 24 at 2 pm and Tuesday, December 25 starting at 8 am. Contact Kato Aldrich 593-5021.

Nursing Home Services will be held today at 1:30 (Manor) and 2:15 (Highland). If anyone could come help sing, it will be most appreciated.

Christmas Memorial donations must be in the church office by tomorrow, Dec. 17th to ensure your listing will be included in the Christmas Eve Bulletin Insert. Thank you.

Please Note: Newsletter Deadline Is Friday, 21st.

Ministry Assignments for next Sunday, December. 23rd

  • Ushers: Fred Dannheim, Barry Dunne
  • Altar Assistant: Rich Shear
  • Altar Guild: Dot Cornish, Deb Martin
  • Acolytes: Linden Miles, Alexis White
  • Acolytes: (Christmas Eve) Marvin Wood, Sara Dannheim
  • Lay Reader: Barb Delity
  • Counters: Dave Pinney, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay McCulloch

Scripture Readings for next Sunday, December 23rd

  • Isaiah 7:10-17
  • Romans 1:1-7
  • Matthew 1:18-25

Friday, December 7, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, December 9th

Genesee Valley Chorus Christmas Concert will be held here today at 3:00 pm.

Open House - Pastor and Karalee Morris invite all of you to attend a Christmas Open House at their home, 300 North Main Street, on Sunday, December 23rd. Please come so that Pastor and Karalee can express their gratitude for your love and support, personally wish you a Blessed Christmas, and also so that you can enjoy good refreshments and great Christian Fellowship.

Donations Needed - 8 turkeys (20-22 lb.) For the christmas day dinner. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Help needed on monday, dec. 24 At 2pm to cut bread and make food preparations and tuesday, December 25, 8am till? any questions, please contact Kato Aldrich (593-5021).

Assignments for Next Sunday, December 16th
  • Ushers: D.J. Helmer, Marv Wood, Duane Cornish, Aaron Helms
  • Altar Assistant: Rich Shear
  • Altar Guild: Dot Cornish, Deb Martin
  • Acolytes: Mary Alice Monroe, Caroline Duttweiler
  • Lay Reader: Jane White
  • Counters: Dave Pinney, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay Mcculloch

Scripture Readings for Next Sunday, December 16th

  • Isaiah 35:1-10
  • James 5:7-11
  • Matthew 11:2-15

Saturday, December 1, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, December 2nd

Genesee Valley Chorus Christmas Concert to be held at Trinity Lutheran Church on Sunday, December 9 at 3 PM.

Calendar Corrections - Advent Supper & Services are 5:45 & 6:15 PM. NO Dorcas meeting on Monday, December 24th.

The Beautiful Wreath hanging on the covered walkway at the church's side entrance was made and donated by Peggy Stanford in appreciation for Trinity's recent financial help.

Senior Citizens - Don't forget our Christmas Party this Thursday, December 6th at noon in the Dorcas Room. Hope to see you there!

Donations Needed - 8 turkeys (20-22 lb.) for the Christmas Day dinner. Monetary donations will also be accepted. HELP NEEDED on Monday, Dec. 24 at 2 PM to cut bread and make food preparations and Tuesday, Dec. 25 at 8 AM till? Any questions, please contact Kato Aldrich (593-5021).

Thank You - We would like to thank everyone for their prayers and concerns for our new grandson, Jonathon Marvin Buch. Although he had a very scary beginning, he is doing very well now and doing what most babies do - keeping Mom and Dad up most of the night. Thank you and God Bless. - Marvin and Betty Wood

Assignments for next Sunday, December 9th
  • Ushers: Dan Vossler, Rollie Duttweiler
  • Altar Assistant: Rich Shear
  • Altar Guild: Dot Cornish, Deb Martin
  • Acolytes: Rollie & Pam Duttweiler
  • Lay Reader: Pam Duttweiler
  • Counters: Dave Pinney, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay McCulloch

Scripture Readings for next Sunday, December 9th

  • Issiah 11:1-10
  • Romans 15:4-13
  • Matthew 3:1-12

Friday, November 23, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, November 25th

Church Decorating will be on Saturday, December 1st at 9:00 am. Everyone is urged to help!

The Youth will be holding a "Drop, Shop and Go!" Event on Saturday, December 1st from 8am-5pm. Parents can drop their kids here (ages 3-11) while they shop. Lunch & games will be provided for the kids! $10 donation per child will help raise money for the charities the youth are sponsoring this Christmas season.

Senior Citizens - Don't forget our Christmas Party on December 6th at noon in the Dorcas Room. Hope to see you there!

Donations Needed for approximately eight turkeys (20-22 lb.) for the Christmas Day Dinner for the needy. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Any questions, please contact Kato Aldrich (593-5021).

Assignments for Next Sunday, December 2nd
  • Ushers: Paul Vossler, Glen & Kristen Kruger, James Helms
  • Altar Assistant: Rich Shear
  • Altar Guild: Dot Cornish, Deb Martin
  • Acolytes: Barry & Shelly Dunne
  • Lay Reader: Peter Carlin
  • Counters: Dave Pinney, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay McCulloch

Scripture Readings for Next Week, Sunday, December 2nd

  • Isaiah 2:1-5
  • Romans 13:(8-10) 11-14
  • Matthew 21:1-11 or Matthew 24:36-44

Thursday, November 15, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, November 18th

The Annual Election Meeting will be held on Sunday, November 25 immediately following worship. Copies of the proposed budget will be available at this meeting. This meeting will take the place of the regular Council Meeting for the month of November. There will not be a council meeting on November 19th.

Thanks To Everyone who donated packaged baking mixes, supplies and money (for shipping costs). The packages will soon be sent to Dena Helms and fellow troops overseas. What a tremendous response! Thanks again, God Bless You!

Assignments for next Sunday, November 25th
  • Ushers: Fred Dannheim, Barry Dunne
  • Altar Assistant: Dan Vossler
  • Altar Guild: Marlene Rose, Ruth Kling, Linda White
  • Acolytes: Linden Miles, Alexis White
  • Lay Reader: Larry Vossler
  • Counters: Alice Stevens, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay Mcculloch

Scripture Readings for Next Sunday, November 25th

  • Malachi 3:13-18
  • Col. 1:13-20
  • Luke 23:27-43

Thursday, November 8, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, November 11th

For Our Service Men and Women
There Is A Box In The Lounge for collections of small packaged cake, brownie and muffin mixes. Cupcake liners, food coloring and prepared frosting are needed as well. Monetary donations to help cover the cost of shipping would also be appreciated. These items are being collected to help Dena Helms and her fellow soldiers provide a little something special for our troops while overseas. Please remember to keep Dena and all of our service men and women in your prayers, as well as their family and loved ones.

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. Today is the last day for donations. Thank you.

Altar Assistants And Altar Guild Members - You should have received your packet of information by now. If you did not receive one, please see Betty Wood.

Assignments for next Sunday, November 18, 2007
  • Ushers: D.J. Helmer, Marv Wood, Duane Cornish, Aaron Helms
  • Altar Assistant: Dan Vossler
  • Altar Guild: Marlene Rose, Ruth Kling, Linda White
  • Acolytes: Mary Alice Monroe, Caroline Duttweiler
  • Lay Reader: Randy Moll
  • Counters: Alice Stevens, Ed & Lois Flurschutz, Kay Mcculloch

Scripture Readings for next Sunday, November 18th

  • Malachi 4:1-6
  • 2 Thessalonians 3:(1-5) 6-13
  • Luke 21:5-28 (29-36)

Wednesday, November 7, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, November 4th

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. The last day to bring your donations is Sunday, November 11. Thank you.

Thrivent - On Sunday, November 11, the local chapter elections will be held following church, all members, benefit and associate member age 16 and over, should take advantage of this opportunity. Thrivent will supply the refreshments that Sunday. If you can not attend, please contact any of your congregational coordinators for a chance to vote.

Scripture Readings for Next Week - Sunday, November 11th
  • Exodus 3:1-15
  • 2 Thessalonians. 2:1-8, 13-17
  • Luke 20:27-40

Friday, October 26, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - Sunday, October 28th

Nursing Home Services Today
We are conducting the weekly worship services at the Wellsville Manor and Highland Home today. If you can help with the singing and/or assisting the residents, then join us at the Manor at 1:30 pm and Highland at 2:15 pm. Hope to see you there.

Sauerkraut Dinner Tickets are now on sale at Hamilton Shoes, Richardson & Stout and the church office. Tickets are available for the 5:00pm & 6:30pm seating at a cost of $7.50 each. Take out tickets are also available at the same price, presale only.

Homemade Apple & Pumpkin Pies are needed for the sauerkraut supper. Sign up in the lounge!

Workers Needed to help with the sauerkraut dinner. Please sign up in the lounge!

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. The last day to bring your donations is Sunday, November 11. Thank you.

Thrivent - It is election time again. All benefit members, age 16 and over should have received a ballot in the mail. This election is for the National Board of Directors. These ballots must be returned to Appleton, Wisconsin and postmarked by Nov. 30.

On Sunday, November 11, the local chapter elections will be held following church service during coffee hour. All members, benefit and associate member age 16 and over, should take advantage of this opportunity. Thrivent will supply the refreshments that Sunday.

If you can not attend church that weekend, please contact any of your congregational coordinators for a chance to vote.

Janet Carlin
Margery Vossler
Betty Wood


Scripture Readings for Next Week - November 4, 2007

  • Revelation 7:2-8; 9-17
  • 1 John 3:1-3
  • Matthew 5:1-12

Friday, October 19, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - October 21st

Candy Needed For Daycare Trick Or Treat Halloween Day & Trinity's Trick Or Treat Halloween Night. Trinity Lutheran Church will be holding a trick or treat night for the Main Street ghosts & goblins.

Please bring your donations of candy to the church office as soon as possible, thank you!

Sauerkraut Dinner Tickets are now on sale at Hamilton Shoes, Richardson & Stout and the church office. Tickets are available for the 5:00 pm & 6:30 pm seating at a cost of $7.50 each. Take out tickets are also available at the same price, presale only.

Workers Needed to help with the sauerkraut dinner. Please sign up in the lounge!

Youth Fund Raiser - The Youth Group is selling calendars to fund our retreat at Camp Pioneer, Oct. 26th - 28th. These are beautiful religious calendars, and we have a bonus, it comes with a small Church Calendar as well! If any one has already purchased a calendar come see Julie Shaver to get your mini church calendar. The cost for both together is $7.00 you can pay in cash or a check to Trinity Lutheran Youth Group. We will be selling them after each church service on Sunday's, and Pastor has some as well. Thanks for your Support!!! Julie Shaver and the Trinity Lutheran Youth!

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. Thank you.

Thrivent - A third coordinator is needed by the end of this year. If you are interested, please see Marge Vossler, Betty Wood or Fran Lanphier for more information.

Coffee Hour Hosts Needed - Please consider signing up for one of the many openings on the sign up sheet in the lounge. Reminder: the coffee, juice and creamer are provided for you from the donations received to the "Coffee Hour Donations Can". The hosts need only bring the food items to share and clean up the area afterwards.

Scripture Readings for Next Week - Sunday, October 28th
  • Revelation 14:6-7
  • Romans 3:19-28
  • John 8:31-36 or Matthew 11:12-19

Thursday, October 11, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - October 14th

Homemade Apple And Pumpkin Pies are needed for the sauerkraut dinner. Sign up sheet is in the lounge.

Sauerkraut Dinner Tickets are now on sale at Hamilton Shoes, Richardson & Stout and the church office. Tickets are available for the 5:00pm & 6:30pm seating at a cost of $7.50 each. Take out tickets are also available at the same price, presale only.

Workers Needed to help with the sauerkraut dinner. Look for the sign up sheet in the church lounge.

Altar Guild And Altar Assistant Meeting - There will be a brief Altar Guild/Altar Assistant meeting following worship today, October 14.

Thrivent - A third coordinator is needed by the end of this year. If you are interested, please see Marge Vossler, Betty Wood or Fran Lanphier for more information.

Youth Fund Raiser - The Youth Group is selling calendars to fund our retreat at Camp Pioneer, Oct. 26th-28th. These are beautiful religious calendars, and we have a bonus, it comes with a small Church Calendar as well! If any one has already purchased a calendar come see Julie Shaver to get your mini church calendar. The cost for both together is $7.00 you can pay in cash or a check to Trinity Lutheran Youth Group. We will be selling them after each church service on Sunday's, and Pastor has some as well. Thanks for your Support!!! Julie Shaver and the Trinity Lutheran Youth!

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. Thank you.

Coffee Hour Hosts Needed - Please consider signing up for one of the many openings on the sign up sheet in the lounge. Reminder: the coffee, juice and creamer are provided for you from the donations received to the "Coffee Hour Donations Can". The hosts need only bring the food items to share and clean up the area afterwards.

Scripture Readings for Next Week - Sunday, October 21st
  • Genesis 32:22-30, 2
  • Timothy 3:14-4:5,
  • Luke 18:1-8

Thursday, October 4, 2007

News and Notes From This Week's Bulletin - October 7th

Sacred Acts - Baptism: This morning, Alexa Morgan Stuck and Lindsey Brooke Stuck, twin daughters of Eric and Ashley (nee Lupo) Stuck will become children of god through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. Their Godparents are Nick Lupo Jr. and Katie Flurschutz. We praise God for the seed of faith in Christ that He has planted in them through Baptism. We also pray that as they grow in years they will continually hear God's Word so that their faith in Christ will grow and that they remain steadfast in that faith.

Dedication: This morning we will also dedicate to the Lord the beautiful Portable Communion Set which was handmade by Fred Dannheim. This set will be used for the monthly Communion Service that our congregation conducts at the area nursing homes. We sincerely thank Fred for this wonderful gift.

Youth Fund Raiser - The Youth Group is selling calendars to fund our retreat at Camp Pioneer, Oct. 26th-28th. These are beautiful religious calendars, and we have a bonus, it comes with a small Church Calendar as well! If any one has already purchased a calendar come see Julie Shaver to get your mini church calendar. The cost for both together is $7.00 you can pay in cash or a check to Trinity Lutheran Youth Group. We will be selling them after each church service on Sunday's, and Pastor has some as well. Thanks for your Support!!! Julie Shaver and the Trinity Lutheran Youth!

Making Your Children Mind Without Losing Yours - There will be a six week seminar course, starting on Thursday, October 11, 2007 @ 7:00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church. How to Bring Out the Best in Kids by Doing What is Best for Them. Free Babysitting will be available. For more information, please contact Betty Wood, DCO at 593-2405.

Babysitter(s) Needed - I am in need of someone willing to donate about an hour on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 beginning Oct. 11. This service is needed for the seminar mentioned above. Please contact Betty Wood as soon as possible. Thank you!

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. Thank you.

Cross Bearers And Banner Carriers are needed for our church services. If you are interested in serving the Lord in this capacity, please see Betty Wood.

If anyone is interested in subscribing to Lutheran Witness at a cost of $8.75/yr., please contact Marge Vossler or call the church office as soon as you can. The order must be placed at the same time with the church order.

Scripture Readings for Next week - Sunday October 14th
  • Ruth 1:1-19a, 2
  • Timothy 2:1-13
  • Luke 17:11-19

Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Save The Date! - Tuesday, November 6th, 2007

Everyone is urged to help with this year's Sauerkraut Supper in some way. Can you
  • Bake a pie?
  • Cut bread? - Cut cheese and pies?
  • Peel potatoes?
  • Work in the kitchen?
  • Serve in the fellowship hall during the dinner?- Help set up tables?

Please look for the sign up sheets in the church lounge and help in some way if you are able. Let's make this year's supper the best yet!

Want to know more about out Sauerkraut Supper? Check out this neat article.

Thursday, September 27, 2007

Tidbits From This Week's Bulletin - September 30th

Babysitter(s) Needed - we are in need of someone willing to donate about an hour on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 beginning Oct. 11. This service is needed for the new seminar "Making Your Children Mind, Without Losing Yours." Please contact Betty Wood as soon as possible if you are able to help. Thank you!

Thrivent has decided to financially assist Peggy Stanford, (daughter of Carl & Arlene Leave) for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of unexpected complications from recent back surgery and loss of income from not being able to work. There is a jar in the lounge for donations. Thank you.

Cross Bearers And Banner Carriers are needed for our church services. If you are interested in serving the Lord in this capacity, please see Betty Wood.

Scripture Readings for next Sunday, October 7th are:
  • Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4, 2
  • Timothy. 1:1-14,
  • Luke 17:1-10

Sunday, September 23, 2007

Bible Breakfast Is Back!

Our popular "Bible Breakfast" fellowship and Bible study starts again this Tuesday, September 25th. The good time starts at 9:30 am with a hearty Breakfast prepared by our world renowned chef, Pastor Bob, followed by a full hour of adult Bible study lead by Pastor Bob. Come join us for this time of Christian fellowship and Spiritual growth. All are welcome. Hope to see you there.

Tuesday, September 18, 2007

New Seminar

Parents! Starting Thursday, Oct. 11th at 7:00 pm a 6 week course entitled "How To Make Your Children Mind, Without Losing Yours! will offered here at Trinity. The course is a video series with Dr. Kevin Leman. Dr. Leman is a Christian psychologist who offers principles of child-rearing that really work! There will be free babysitting available. For more information contact Betty Wood, DCO at 593-2405 or email her at bettywood@trinitywellsville.com

Cabbage Cutting

Come learn how sauerkraut is made!

Help is needed this Sunday, Sept. 23 to help cut cabbage for the annual Sauerkraut Supper to be held on Election Day, November 6th. The fun begins in the church basement starting at 1:00 pm. Everyone is welcome and the help is greatly appreciated!

Thursday, September 13, 2007

Tidbits From This Week's Bulletin - September 16th

Donations are needed for the upcoming Chinese Auction benefit for Cheryl Young on Saturday, September 29th. Homemade craft items or new items will be greatly appreciated. Please mark the items and bring them to the church office weekday mornings (8-noon) or you may drop them off Sunday mornings. Deadline to bring items is September 23rd. Please call the church office 593-3311 or Janet Carlin 593-3186 for more information if needed.

Help is needed to assemble Welcome Folders. Please contact Betty Wood (593-2405) if you can donate about an hour of your time. Thank you.

If anyone is interested in subscribing to Lutheran Witness at a cost of $8.75/yr., please contact Marge Vossler or call the church office as soon as you can. The order must be placed at the same time with the church order.

Sunday, September 9, 2007

Missionary From India Here at Trinity September 30th

Here is your opportunity to meet a real live missionary from India. God has placed in our paths, Sheba Sunayna from Andhra Pradesh, India. Come hear how Sheba opened her home to a needy orphan, and now is providing food, clothing, shelter and a Christ-centered education to over 150 orphans through Compassion for Orphans Mission.

Sheba will be here at Trinity September 30th a 7:00 pm.

Read Matthew 28:18-20

Chicken Bar-B-Q & Chinese Auction - September 29th

We are having a Chicken Bar-B-Q and Chinese auction, to benefit our dear sister and former church secretary Cheryl Young, on Saturday September 29th from Noon till 4 pm. BBQ tickets are $7 each or $25 for a family of 4 and can be purchased at the church office or at one of the following locations:
  • Fisher's Pharmacy
  • Hamilton's Shoe store
  • Richardson & Stout Insurance Agency

This event will also receive Supplemental funding from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Music In The Paviliaon - September 20th

There will be "Music in the Pavilion" Thursday September 20th from 5:30 pm till 8 pm. Proceeds from this benefit will be going to improve the Trinity Christian Daycare playground. There will be Hotdogs, chips, popcorn and soda available together with 50/50 drawings. Music will be provided by The Band of Brothers together with all time favorites Carol Mead and Carole Aldrich. Come have a great evening our and support Trinity Christian Daycare. Hope to see you there.

Friday, September 7, 2007

Christian Education Sunday This Week - September 9th

Join us this Sunday for Christian Education Sunday! We will have Sunday School registration and you will meet your teacher and classmates in your classroom. Bring friends and neighbors with you to find out what is here for them. The service begins and 10:30 am and SS enrollment follows.

Wednesday, September 5, 2007

Welcome To Our Church News Blog

Welcome to TELCO Online Live, our church news blog. Here we will be able to keep our web connected members and friends up to date with what's happening here at Trinity. Special events, fundraisers, times of joy and grief for our church family, or just plain what's up stuff can be posted here. If you have something you feel should be here contact deb and let her know. It is my prayer that this new resource will be a true blessing to all. Now, enjoy and may God bless you and yours exceedingly abundantly above your greatest expectations.