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As you are reading through, if you want more information about an event click on the red link. If you have any questions, please contact the church office, (217) 787-2323 ext 2. On Fridays, watch for an email titled "The Word This Week" including Bible Study opportunities, the weekend worship schedule, and the Bible readings.
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This week at Trinity
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10:00am - Tuesday Morning Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Hall
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6:30am - Sunrise Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Library
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5:30pm - Prayer Service, School Campus, Parish Hall
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7:00pm - Adult Choir, Downtown Campus
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6:00pm - Volleyball Pink Night, School Campus, Gym
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6:30pm - Women’s Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Hall
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5:30pm - Worship Service, School Campus
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8:00am - Worship Service, Downtown Campus
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No Bible Class/Sunday School
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10:30am - Worship Service, Downtown Campus
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10:30am - LuHi Brunch, School Campus, Parish Hall
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1:00pm - Non Day School Confirmation Class, Downtown Campus
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4:30pm - Youth Weenie Roast, School Campus
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6:30pm - October Congregational Meeting, School Campus, Parish Hall
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10:00am - Tuesday Morning Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Hall
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There will be no Bible Class or Sunday School on Sunday, October 25. The Lutheran High Brunch will start that morning at 10:30am. See the "Lutheran High Updates" below to find out more.
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Congregational Voters Meeting
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The October voter's meeting will be Monday October 26 at 6:30pm in the Parish Hall. Two resolutions need to be voted on, 1) directing Thanksgiving Day offerings to the Relief Fund, and 2) joining the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. An update on deficit reduction will also be given, as well as time allowed for questions and answers. Child care will be available. Come join us to learn and give your input.
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Surviving The Holidays GriefShare Seminar
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Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. Please join us on Sunday, November 15 from 1-3pm at Trinity Parish Hall, 515 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield. The seminar features video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and others who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death and who offer practical suggestions. These people share honestly about:
•Being prepared for surprising emotions that may hit over the holidays
•What to do about traditions and other coming changes
•How to handle holiday parties and invitations
•How to survive potentially awkward moments with other people
•Where to find comfort, strength, and hope in a seemingly hopeless time
Those who attend will receive a workbook filled with tips, encouragement, journaling ideas, and exercises for help through the holiday season. Preregistration is requested at www.griefshare.org or Joleen Hoff #217-899-9418 or trinitygriefshare@yahoo.com
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Trunk or Treat
This year’s Trunk or Treat will be on Sunday, October 25 from 3:00-4:30pm. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us!
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Trivia Night & Chili Cook-Off
Join us for a night of fun, food, and trivia! Trinity's Youth Group will be hosting a Trivia Night on Friday, November 13 at Trinity's School Campus. Doors open at 6pm with trivia beginning at 6:30pm. Click here to register for Trivia. Tickets are $15 per person with up to 8 people per table. You may pay the night of the … Read more
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Do you or anyone you know make a decent pot of chili? Think it’s the best in town? Put it to the test by signing up for MomCo‘s 2nd annual Pots & Pals Chili Cook-Off on November 13. There is a 3 gallon minimum. You have a chance to win $100 cash prize for both Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice. For more questions or to sign up, contact Deaconess Sharp at deaconess.sharp@trinity-lutheran.com. GOOD LUCK!
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Church Workers Appreciation Month
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October is Church Worker Appreciation Month. As you see our Pastors and Deaconess, take a moment to thank them for all that they do for Trinity. We thank God that He has placed them here at this time. We will celebrate them during the Bible Class hour on November 1.
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Calling All Men, Women & Young Adults 18+!
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Parish Hall Carpet Cleaning Service Project
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We are looking for volunteers to help give our Parish Hall carpets a good, deep cleaning on Friday, November 6, 2026!
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Friday Volunteers — Come When You Can!
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We will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, but you are welcome to come anytime after that as your schedule allows.
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This is designed to be a come-and-go service project. You do not need to be there from beginning to end. If you can give us an hour or two, we would love to have your help. If you would like to stay for the entire project, even better!
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When you arrive, we will get you plugged into whatever part of the project we are working on at that time. There will be plenty to do throughout the evening, including:
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Putting away and moving chairs and other items
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Thoroughly vacuuming the Parish Hall
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Pre-treating the carpets and working on problem areas
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Deep cleaning the carpets using a carpet extractor
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Setting up fans so the carpets can dry overnight
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Saturday Reset Team
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We will also need a second group of volunteers on Saturday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m. to help put the Parish Hall back together and have everything ready for church.
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Dinner & Drinks Provided!
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We would like to have a count of everyone planning to help on Friday so we can prepare an evening meal and have plenty of drinks available.
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If you can help on Friday, Saturday, or both days, please contact:
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When you contact Chuck, please let him know which day you can help and approximately what time you plan to arrive on Friday.
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Whether you can give us one hour, two hours, or the entire evening, your help will be greatly appreciated.
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Many hands make light work! Come join us for an evening of service and fellowship as we work together to care for our church.
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Counters with Downtown Springfield
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We have two Saturdays left to help Downtown Springfield, Inc.. Sign up at this link to volunteer. We need 7 slots filled for this Saturday, October 24!
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Updates and Appreciation
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Concordia University Concert
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Thank you to Concordia Chicago for sharing their God-given gifts with Trinity. The concert on Saturday evening was beautiful. If you were unable to attend, you can watch the recording of the Sunday morning worship service where the Kapelle choir added to our worship. Click the link here to watch.
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Thank you to everyone who organized Fall Fest!
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Lutheran High helped at Trinity during their recent service day. Sixteen freshman and sophomore boys, along with a few adults, helped with cleaning and landscaping projects. The boys represented LuHi well with their respectfulness, hard work, and politeness. Thank you!
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Lutheran High Updates
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Join Us for the Lutheran High Scholarship Brunch!
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Come enjoy a wonderful brunch while helping provide merit-based scholarships for Lutheran High School students.
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Today, 56 Lutheran High students—54% of our current student population—benefit from merit-based scholarship support.
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These scholarships recognize students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, character, and a commitment to excellence.
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Your ticket is more than a seat at brunch—it is an investment in a student's opportunity to thrive at LuHi.
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Celebrating Achievement. Investing in Students.
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Tickets are available now!
Invite a friend, sponsor a table, and join us in supporting the next generation of Lutheran High students.
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News from around the Central Illinois District
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St. John's Lutheran Church in Pekin is once again hosting a Sacred Music Concert and Hymn Sing, this year in support of University Lutheran Church, our LC-MS Central Illinois District Campus Ministry at the University of Illinois in Champaign, on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
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We will join together in singing some hymns, and in listening to sacred organ, choir, vocal solo, and hand bell music, all under the theme, “Oh, Give Thanks to the Lord.” Featured musicians will include guest organist Samuel Bishop, vocalist Allison Harley and the combined choirs and hand bell ensembles of St. John's and Trinity, Pekin. A free will offering will be gathered to help support our University Lutheran Church in Champaign, which is served by Pastor Michael Schuermann. Refreshments will be served following the program.
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Please set aside the time to participate in and enjoy the music program, and to support our Central Illinois District mission work. The church is located at 711 Court Street in Pekin. For more information you may contact the church office at 309-347-2136.
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Do you want to put an announcement in the eNewsletter or request a calendar publication? Click on the link above and fill out the form.
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- Any announcement or event that you would like published in the church eNewsletter, the school's Tiger Talk, on the church/school calendar, or on social media must be submitted at least 2 weeks in advanced.
- This form should also be used for events and room reservations to secure space on the calendar.
If you have any questions or concerns, let us know! Have a great rest of your week!
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