Jewish Roots: The Heritage of the Christian Faith
by Mart De Haan
Friday Morning (all Fridays except for Second Fridays)
9:30 - 11 a.m.
For many followers of Christ, who was born in the lineage of King David and other prominent Jews, the connection between Judaism and Christianity never occurs to them. Often, Christians see the two faiths as being separate and almost unrelated.
This nine session Bible study was designed to help Christians see that this is just not true. In fact, the two faiths have some surprising and fascinating things in common. Mart De Haan traveled to Jerusalem to visit some key first-century locations and discuss with three Hebrew Christians the Jewish roots of Christianity.
Discover the Jewish origins of Christianity with added historical and spiritual meaning. Gain insights into the remarkable significance of Jewish religious beliefs and practices and discover who Jesus Christ really was.
Contact Kris Fox with questions
jklsafox@comcast.net
616.682.0671
Pastor Dan will host a Bible study on the first Sunday of the month during the 9:15 a.m. worship service. You are invited to journey with one another through the scriptures and enjoy donuts!
Sunday School is available for children ages three years through grade five. Children are taught in small, age-grouped classes. We use a lectionary-based Lutheran curriculum. Children will hear Bible stories and do crafts and activities. Each class is taught by a lead teacher and a parent helper. All parents are asked to help once or twice each fall and spring.
Children will start each Sunday in worship with their parents at 9:15 a.m. After the Children’s Message, they will be dismissed to their classrooms. Families worshipping at 10:45 a.m. are encouraged to bring their children directly to Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Class officially ends at 10:30 a.m. It is suggested that parents enjoy a few minutes of fellowship and refreshments in The Courtyard before picking up children from Sunday School.
November 3, 201912:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meeting in The Upper Room
Join Trinity member Mark Mattison as he facilitates this traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer. Lectio Divina is a contemplative blend of silence and slow, prayerful reading of Scripture. Are you new to Lectio Divina? All are welcome — come on your own and invite a friend.
Group meets in The Upper Room (located just outside the narthex)
Inspired:
Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again
by Rachel Held Evans
What does it mean when we say the Bible is inspired? When Rachel Held Evans asked herself this question, she began a quest to better understand what the Bible is and how it is meant to be read. Drawing on the best in recent scholarship and using her literary expertise, Evans examines some of our favorite Bible stories and possible interpretations, retelling them through memoir, original poetry, short stories, soliloquies, and even a short screenplay. Evans wrestles through the process of doubting, imagining, and debating Scripture's mysteries. The Bible, she discovers, is not a static work but is a living, breathing, captivating, and confounding book that can equip us to join God's loving and redemptive work in the world.
Please order a book on your own or contact Karen Unruh by September 3 about ordering a study book.
Contact Karen Unruh with questions
karen@unruhfamily.net
319.621.2886
“SOLO Together” just might be a great way for you to get out more often and enjoy the company of other women! Trinity women who are at least fifty years of age and are widowed, divorced or are single without a significant other have been having a great time together. They meet for lunch at area restaurants at 11:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of most months to simply have fun!
Reservations are made for the group in advance so it is important to RSVP. Please contact Trinity member Marjorie Paul by Sunday, September 1 to let her know you would like to attend on the September date or if you have questions. Marjorie can be reached at 616.209.5263.
The people of Trinity are invited to join me in the fall of 2019 for Wednesday morning and evening Bible study forums based on Rabbi Donniel Hartman’s Putting God Second; How to Save Religion from Itself. We will begin an eight-week study on September 25, coinciding with the first session of JOYful Days. Forums will be offered weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The themes for the eight weeks are as follows:
September 25 Religion’s Autoimmune Disease
October 2 You Are Your Brother’s Keeper; the Religious Ethic of Nonindifference
October 9 God Intoxication and God Manipulation
October 16 Recovering from God Intoxication
October 23 Immunizing Against God Manipulation
October 30 When Scripture Is the Problem
November 6 Do I Have to Believe in God to Be a Good Jew (or a good Christian)?
November 13 Putting God First by Putting God Second
The people of Trinity are invited to join me in the fall of 2019 for Wednesday morning and evening Bible study forums based on Rabbi Donniel Hartman’s Putting God Second; How to Save Religion from Itself. We will begin an eight-week study on September 25, coinciding with the first session of JOYful Days. Forums will be offered weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The themes for the eight weeks are as follows:
September 25 Religion’s Autoimmune Disease
October 2 You Are Your Brother’s Keeper; the Religious Ethic of Nonindifference
October 9 God Intoxication and God Manipulation
October 16 Recovering from God Intoxication
October 23 Immunizing Against God Manipulation
October 30 When Scripture Is the Problem
November 6 Do I Have to Believe in God to Be a Good Jew (or a good Christian)?
November 13 Putting God First by Putting God Second
November 7, 20196:00 pm - 8:30 pm Grand Villa, 3594 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, MI 49418, USA
PLEASE JOIN US! We’ll gather together on Thursday, November 7, at 6 p.m. at the Grandvilla Restaurant, 3594 Chicago Drive SW in Grandville. The Grand Villa is a great American Bistro with a large variety. Prices aren't expensive and it has an excellent salad bar. It’s easy to get to from I-196 West, taking Grandville exit, or 28th Street or Wilson Ave. If you are 60 years or older, come and enjoy the evening with us. There’s plenty of room for everyone! To make your reservation, contact Mari and Mike Franz at mari49546@gmail.com or 616-541-7145.
This specialized adult handbell ensemble prepares music for worship and participates regularly in area handbell events. Directed by Larry Biser, rehearsals are held in the sanctuary. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Biser at larry.biser@tlcgr.org.
Do you like to praise God? Would you like to sing together with a fun, intelligent, thoughtful, and talented group of people ages high school to retirement age? We welcome vocalists who want to join others in praising our God through music. It is a rewarding and spiritually enriching volunteer experience. Directed by Sidney Hoeksema, the Trinity Choir participates in the 10:45 a.m. worship services. Come and give us a try! Please contact Mr. Hoeksema at sidney.hoeksema@tlcgr.org if you are interested or have questions.
Sunday School is available for children ages three years through grade five. Children are taught in small, age-grouped classes. We use a lectionary-based Lutheran curriculum. Children will hear Bible stories and do crafts and activities. Each class is taught by a lead teacher and a parent helper. All parents are asked to help once or twice each fall and spring.
Children will start each Sunday in worship with their parents at 9:15 a.m. After the Children’s Message, they will be dismissed to their classrooms. Families worshipping at 10:45 a.m. are encouraged to bring their children directly to Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Class officially ends at 10:30 a.m. It is suggested that parents enjoy a few minutes of fellowship and refreshments in The Courtyard before picking up children from Sunday School.
November 10, 201912:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meeting in The Upper Room
Join Trinity member Mark Mattison as he facilitates this traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer. Lectio Divina is a contemplative blend of silence and slow, prayerful reading of Scripture. Are you new to Lectio Divina? All are welcome — come on your own and invite a friend.
Group meets in The Upper Room (located just outside the narthex)
There are more than 20 million refugees in the world today – men, women and children forced from their homes by violence and persecution. What was once a humanitarian issue has become a political issue, even in the church. As a nation, and as people of faith, we are divided on this issue. Our Supper Forum study together on the refugee crisis will invite participants to look beyond the headlines and into the real experiences of displaced people to determine what a faith-filled response to this ongoing crisis might look like.
Supper will be provided and Pastor Linstrom will facilitate a group session followed by ‘table talk,’ small group times for sharing ideas, listening well, learning from other viewpoints and developing action plans to bring hope and healing out of the church and into the world.
Inspired:
Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again
by Rachel Held Evans
What does it mean when we say the Bible is inspired? When Rachel Held Evans asked herself this question, she began a quest to better understand what the Bible is and how it is meant to be read. Drawing on the best in recent scholarship and using her literary expertise, Evans examines some of our favorite Bible stories and possible interpretations, retelling them through memoir, original poetry, short stories, soliloquies, and even a short screenplay. Evans wrestles through the process of doubting, imagining, and debating Scripture's mysteries. The Bible, she discovers, is not a static work but is a living, breathing, captivating, and confounding book that can equip us to join God's loving and redemptive work in the world.
Please order a book on your own or contact Karen Unruh by September 3 about ordering a study book.
Contact Karen Unruh with questions
karen@unruhfamily.net
319.621.2886
The people of Trinity are invited to join me in the fall of 2019 for Wednesday morning and evening Bible study forums based on Rabbi Donniel Hartman’s Putting God Second; How to Save Religion from Itself. We will begin an eight-week study on September 25, coinciding with the first session of JOYful Days. Forums will be offered weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The themes for the eight weeks are as follows:
September 25 Religion’s Autoimmune Disease
October 2 You Are Your Brother’s Keeper; the Religious Ethic of Nonindifference
October 9 God Intoxication and God Manipulation
October 16 Recovering from God Intoxication
October 23 Immunizing Against God Manipulation
October 30 When Scripture Is the Problem
November 6 Do I Have to Believe in God to Be a Good Jew (or a good Christian)?
November 13 Putting God First by Putting God Second
The people of Trinity are invited to join me in the fall of 2019 for Wednesday morning and evening Bible study forums based on Rabbi Donniel Hartman’s Putting God Second; How to Save Religion from Itself. We will begin an eight-week study on September 25, coinciding with the first session of JOYful Days. Forums will be offered weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The themes for the eight weeks are as follows:
September 25 Religion’s Autoimmune Disease
October 2 You Are Your Brother’s Keeper; the Religious Ethic of Nonindifference
October 9 God Intoxication and God Manipulation
October 16 Recovering from God Intoxication
October 23 Immunizing Against God Manipulation
October 30 When Scripture Is the Problem
November 6 Do I Have to Believe in God to Be a Good Jew (or a good Christian)?
November 13 Putting God First by Putting God Second
This specialized adult handbell ensemble prepares music for worship and participates regularly in area handbell events. Directed by Larry Biser, rehearsals are held in the sanctuary. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Biser at larry.biser@tlcgr.org.
Do you like to praise God? Would you like to sing together with a fun, intelligent, thoughtful, and talented group of people ages high school to retirement age? We welcome vocalists who want to join others in praising our God through music. It is a rewarding and spiritually enriching volunteer experience. Directed by Sidney Hoeksema, the Trinity Choir participates in the 10:45 a.m. worship services. Come and give us a try! Please contact Mr. Hoeksema at sidney.hoeksema@tlcgr.org if you are interested or have questions.
Jewish Roots: The Heritage of the Christian Faith
by Mart De Haan
Friday Morning (all Fridays except for Second Fridays)
9:30 - 11 a.m.
For many followers of Christ, who was born in the lineage of King David and other prominent Jews, the connection between Judaism and Christianity never occurs to them. Often, Christians see the two faiths as being separate and almost unrelated.
This nine session Bible study was designed to help Christians see that this is just not true. In fact, the two faiths have some surprising and fascinating things in common. Mart De Haan traveled to Jerusalem to visit some key first-century locations and discuss with three Hebrew Christians the Jewish roots of Christianity.
Discover the Jewish origins of Christianity with added historical and spiritual meaning. Gain insights into the remarkable significance of Jewish religious beliefs and practices and discover who Jesus Christ really was.
Contact Kris Fox with questions
jklsafox@comcast.net
616.682.0671
Sunday School is available for children ages three years through grade five. Children are taught in small, age-grouped classes. We use a lectionary-based Lutheran curriculum. Children will hear Bible stories and do crafts and activities. Each class is taught by a lead teacher and a parent helper. All parents are asked to help once or twice each fall and spring.
Children will start each Sunday in worship with their parents at 9:15 a.m. After the Children’s Message, they will be dismissed to their classrooms. Families worshipping at 10:45 a.m. are encouraged to bring their children directly to Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Class officially ends at 10:30 a.m. It is suggested that parents enjoy a few minutes of fellowship and refreshments in The Courtyard before picking up children from Sunday School.
November 17, 201912:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meeting in The Upper Room
Join Trinity member Mark Mattison as he facilitates this traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer. Lectio Divina is a contemplative blend of silence and slow, prayerful reading of Scripture. Are you new to Lectio Divina? All are welcome — come on your own and invite a friend.
Group meets in The Upper Room (located just outside the narthex)
Inspired:
Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again
by Rachel Held Evans
What does it mean when we say the Bible is inspired? When Rachel Held Evans asked herself this question, she began a quest to better understand what the Bible is and how it is meant to be read. Drawing on the best in recent scholarship and using her literary expertise, Evans examines some of our favorite Bible stories and possible interpretations, retelling them through memoir, original poetry, short stories, soliloquies, and even a short screenplay. Evans wrestles through the process of doubting, imagining, and debating Scripture's mysteries. The Bible, she discovers, is not a static work but is a living, breathing, captivating, and confounding book that can equip us to join God's loving and redemptive work in the world.
Please order a book on your own or contact Karen Unruh by September 3 about ordering a study book.
Contact Karen Unruh with questions
karen@unruhfamily.net
319.621.2886
The members of Trinity’s news Earth Keepers group are passionate about sharing their knowledge about environmental issues and are enthusiastic about having a positive impact together on God’s creation. The group is initially focusing on three different areas: educating our church family about environmental topics, becoming vocal about concerns through advocacy and participating in service projects as a church family and/or with other groups.
We would love to have you participate in the events and activities the group has planned.
We would also enjoy adding members to our group of Trinity Earth Keepers—all are welcome to join us.
Please be in touch with Director of Discipleship Sylvia Stouten at sylvia.stouten@tlcgr.org or 616.949.2510 x121 if you have questions or would like more information.
This specialized adult handbell ensemble prepares music for worship and participates regularly in area handbell events. Directed by Larry Biser, rehearsals are held in the sanctuary. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Biser at larry.biser@tlcgr.org.
Do you like to praise God? Would you like to sing together with a fun, intelligent, thoughtful, and talented group of people ages high school to retirement age? We welcome vocalists who want to join others in praising our God through music. It is a rewarding and spiritually enriching volunteer experience. Directed by Sidney Hoeksema, the Trinity Choir participates in the 10:45 a.m. worship services. Come and give us a try! Please contact Mr. Hoeksema at sidney.hoeksema@tlcgr.org if you are interested or have questions.
Jewish Roots: The Heritage of the Christian Faith
by Mart De Haan
Friday Morning (all Fridays except for Second Fridays)
9:30 - 11 a.m.
For many followers of Christ, who was born in the lineage of King David and other prominent Jews, the connection between Judaism and Christianity never occurs to them. Often, Christians see the two faiths as being separate and almost unrelated.
This nine session Bible study was designed to help Christians see that this is just not true. In fact, the two faiths have some surprising and fascinating things in common. Mart De Haan traveled to Jerusalem to visit some key first-century locations and discuss with three Hebrew Christians the Jewish roots of Christianity.
Discover the Jewish origins of Christianity with added historical and spiritual meaning. Gain insights into the remarkable significance of Jewish religious beliefs and practices and discover who Jesus Christ really was.
Contact Kris Fox with questions
jklsafox@comcast.net
616.682.0671
Sunday School is available for children ages three years through grade five. Children are taught in small, age-grouped classes. We use a lectionary-based Lutheran curriculum. Children will hear Bible stories and do crafts and activities. Each class is taught by a lead teacher and a parent helper. All parents are asked to help once or twice each fall and spring.
Children will start each Sunday in worship with their parents at 9:15 a.m. After the Children’s Message, they will be dismissed to their classrooms. Families worshipping at 10:45 a.m. are encouraged to bring their children directly to Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Class officially ends at 10:30 a.m. It is suggested that parents enjoy a few minutes of fellowship and refreshments in The Courtyard before picking up children from Sunday School.
November 24, 201912:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meeting in The Upper Room
Join Trinity member Mark Mattison as he facilitates this traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer. Lectio Divina is a contemplative blend of silence and slow, prayerful reading of Scripture. Are you new to Lectio Divina? All are welcome — come on your own and invite a friend.
Group meets in The Upper Room (located just outside the narthex)
November 25, 20197:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cathedral of Saint Andrew, 301 Sheldon Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
We're working on something special for our 20th year! More details will be shared as the preparations bear fruit.
We come together to give thanks for the blessings we have received. Prayers, music, sacred writings, reflections and meditation will be woven together from many traditions and welcoming all.
A light reception featuring foods from various traditions follows the event. A free-will offering will be taken.
If you take photos/video of the event, please tag and share them with us! #grinterfaith
The Grand Rapids Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration has been celebrated annually since the year 2000. The event features participation from a wide variety of Christian denominations and Jewish, Muslim, Baha'i, Buddhist, Hindu, secular, and inclusive religious communities.
More information is also available at InterfaithUnderstanding.org
Contact Corina Dulecki questions and details. corinard@comcast.net or 616-575-5317 Group meets in The Upper Room (located just outside the narthex)
Tuesday Evening Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. We would love to have new members join us! We have met at various member's homes in the past, but this year we decided to meet at church since it is most centrally located for our group.
Our book list for the current year is as follows: November 26 - Normal People by Sally Rooney December - we do not meet January 28 - City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert February 25 - Mr. Penumbra's 24 Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan March 24 - Call your Daughter Home by Deb Spera April 28 - Hag-Seed by Margaret Atwood May 26 - All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders
“They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” Acts 2:46b
No place to go for Thanksgiving Day? Don’t feel like cooking a large meal by yourself? Want a place to hang out, watch football and/or play games with others? Good news! You are invited to gather in the Trinity Courtyard for a Thanksgiving meal and a place to hang out with others for the day.
Whether you come by yourself, with your spouse, significant other, kids or other family or friends – all are welcome!
Dinner will take place at 1 p.m.; turkey and stuffing will be prepared (we all share the cost); sign up to bring a dish to pass; coffee, water, and lemonade will be provided.
Sign up via Signup Genius or contact Carrie Wygmans: cwygs@comcast.net or 616.648.5254.
For over 100 years, the congregation of our Grand Rapids Lutheran Church has welcomed individuals and families from throughout West Michigan to join us in celebrating the spirituality, love and enlightenment of Christianity.
Trinity Lutheran Church in Grand Rapids Michigan offers numerous weekly activities designed for members of all ages and backgrounds — including bible studies, potlucks, group meetings, family events, youth programs, holiday services, musical concerts and more. From infants to seniors, Trinity Lutheran Church welcomes Christians from all walks of life to join our family.
For more information about Trinity Lutheran Church of Grand Rapids, an ELCA Congregation, please call us at 616.949.2510 or contact us here.
