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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.

This week at Trinity

Tuesday, August 25
10:00am - Tuesday Morning Bible Class, School Campus, Parish Hall
6:00pm - K-4th Grade Parent’s Night, School Campus

Wednesday, August 26
6:30am - Sunrise Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Library
5:30pm - Prayer Service, School Campus, Parish Hall
6:00pm - Discipleship Bible Study, School Campus, Parish Hall

Thursday, August 27
9:00am - Trinity Quilters, School Campus, Parish Hall
6:00pm - Middle School Parent’s Night, School Campus

Friday, August 28
11:30am - Veteran’s Social Lunch, Mission BBQ
7:00pm - MomCo Mixer Bonfire, 2221 West Rd Dr.

Saturday, August 29
5:30pm - Worship Service, School Campus

Sunday, August 30
8:00am - Worship Service, Downtown Campus
9:30am - Bible Class/Sunday School, School Campus
10:30am - Worship Service, Downtown Campus
12:00pm - Non Day School Confirmation Class, Downtown Campus

Monday, August 31

Tuesday, September 1
10:00am - Tuesday Morning Bible Class, School Campus, Parish Hall
6:00pm - GriefShare, School Campus, Parish Hall
7:00pm - Divorced Dad's Support Group, School Campus

Upcoming Events

GriefShare
GriefShare
GriefShare: a support/recovery group for people dealing with the death of a family member or friend. GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the emotions of grief. You’ll learn what to expect and how to navigate your grief. ... Read more
September Food Pantry
The next Food Pantry collection will be on September 5-6. We are currently serving 8 families with your donations. Read more
September Food Pantry
New Wednesday Night Discipleship on August 26
Wednesday Night Discipleship (at 6:00, following the Evening Prayer service which is at 5:30): Dr. Schurb will teach "An Introduction to the Augsburg Confession and Apology". This 13-week study will begin to familiarize participants with the most foundational 16th century Lutheran confessional writing, the Augsburg Confession, and its masterful defense ("apology") published the following year. Classes are available for all ages, including babysitting for those younger than Kindergarten. Find out more here.
Save the Date - Trivia Nigh & Chili Cook-Off
On Friday, November 13, the Youth Group and MomCo will be hosting next Trivia Night and Chili Cook-Off! If your business wants to sponsor trivia or you have something you want to donate to the silent auction, contact Melissa Boehme.
MomCo's Pots & Pals Chili Cook-Off
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!

Opportunities to Serve

Farmers Market Counters with Downtown Springfield Inc.
Trinity is working to help support Downtown Springfield Inc. by providing volunteers at the Old Capitol Farmers Market. DSI appreciates all of the help we have been able to give so far. We are continuing to help in September and October. Sign up at this link to volunteer. We need 5 slots filled for this Saturday, August 29.
Altar Guild
Volunteers are needed to help set up communion before the services each weekend. If you are interested, please contact Cindy Ushman or Paula Boehme. Thank you for serving our church in this way!
Choir Season Is Here!
Do you love to sing and praise God with your voice? Trinity's Adult Choir is ready and waiting to welcome you to our new season! We practice each week, beginning Wednesday, September 2, 7:00pm, in the church balcony. Questions? Contact Laura Fliege, (lfliege@trinity-lutheran.com) to sign up!

Updates and Appreciation

Congregational (Voters) meeting summary
On August 23, 2026 the congregation approved the restriction of $300,000 of undesignated bequest funds for the purpose of making up the $341,202 deficit budget passed at the July 20, 2026 voters meeting. The goal is to make sustainable changes in the near future to conserve as much of the $300,000 as possible. A more detailed update will be given to the congregation sometime in September. It was also announced at the meeting that more help is need counting and depositing offerings and donations. If you are willing to help with this critical service speak to Treasurer Chuck Moore, President John Boehme, or one of the pastors to be referred to Chuck or John.

News from around the Central Illinois District

Concordia Theological Seminary 50th Anniversary
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Concordia Theological Seminary's move to Fort Wayne, the Central Illinois District Archival Board is hosting an evening of thanksgiving and remembrance for those who attended, served, or were involved in any way with the seminary while it was here. Join us on September 4 from 5-7pm at Trinity's School Campus (515 S. MacArthur Blvd.). A catered meal will be provided on September 4. Further information will be forthcoming.
Altar Guild Girls Conference at St. Paul, Hamel on October 11
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hamel IL, is hosting a free conference for altar guild trainees, veterans, and aspirants on Sunday, October 11. Guest speakers are Rev. David Buchs of Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock AR, speaking on the biblical roots of altar guild service; and Mrs. Tori Egger of the Concordia Seminary Women's Association, speaking on hospitality in the parish. Conference attendees will also be introduced to the Altar Guild Girls program hosted at St. Paul, Hamel and Trinity, Worden, and given ideas about how to begin a similar group in their own parish or circuit.
The conference welcomes girls in 4th grade-high school, adult altar guild members, and anyone who would like to learn about altar guild. Doors will open at 1, and the conference will conclude around 7. Dinner will be provided to all registered attendees. The Altar Guild Girls conference is funded by the Lilly endowment through the Sing, Pray and Keep His Ways initiative of LCMS Worship.
Students and adults may register here by October 4. If you would like promotional materials formatted for use in your congregation, or if you have questions about the conference, please email altarguildgirls@proton.me.
Camp CILCA Golf Outing
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