Trinity Newsletter for April 2, 2026
Training for Liturgists
Training will be held for new liturgists on Sunday April 12 immediately following worship. Please meet in the front pews. Everyone is welcome to contribute to our worship experience. Not sure if this is for you? Come and find out!
Things to Know About the 2026 Church Garage Sale
Sale Date - 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Thur/Fri April 23 & 24, 8:00 a.m.- 12 noon, Sat April 25
Start saving items now.
It is extremely helpful if you have items sorted by category. We have lots of hangers (please don’t bring us hangers); you can pick up hangers in advance if you want to have donated blouses, shirts, pants, jackets, etc. on hangers. Due to limited man power, it is helpful if you will take items directly to the area where they will be displayed and set them out, hang them up, etc.
Categories areas will be labeled with signs as
Clothes and shoes
Linens and housewares including pictures and picture frames, lamps, etc.
Dishes (please no plastic jugs that say Cox, Mercy, etc.)
Book, CD’s, DVD’s, etc.
Sporting equipment, tools, pet supplies, etc.
Toys and children’s clothing including dress up outfits and Halloween
Holiday decorations
Office and craft supplies
Small furniture, vacuum cleaners, etc.
Collectables- baskets, nick knacks, etc.
Jewelry, watches, scarves, etc.
Misc.- special items, please identify as they are brought in (If an item is unique, collectible and/or has significant value- please, please, please provide a description or history about the item and mark a suggested price attached to the item.)
We do not have room for large furniture, so please nothing larger than a table chair or something that fits in a trunk or SUV.
Items can be brought to church Sunday, April 19 through Wednesday, April 22. Based on previous sales, we know we need more time to set up items, so the sorting you do in advance really helps. For ease, we may have many items priced at $2 unless otherwise marked.
Only bring items that are clean and in working order. Clothing, dishes, shoes, books, toys, etc.
Health regulations do not allow us to sell mattresses, crib mattresses, or box springs. We are not able to accept non-working Television screens or electronics, as we must pay to dispose of them if they do not sell. We have no market to sell old BBQ grills of any kind, propane, charcoal, etc.
Forms for tax deduction will be available for you to complete upon request.
We do not need any hangers or paper bags, we have enough!
If you have any questions, contact Sarah at 417-882-2471
Trinity Book Club
Our group meets monthly to discuss books over delicious treats at Neighbors Mill at 9:00 a.m. Please note a few date changes for the schedule the next several months:
April 11-Clear by Carys Davies
May 16- Horse by Geraldine Brooks
June 20-Lake of the Ozarks by Bill Geist
July 18- The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan
August 15- The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride.
Please contact Daphne Anderson for information or to be included on our email list.
Liturgists for Upcoming Sundays
We are grateful to the following people who are sharing their gifts with Trinity by serving as liturgists during the month of March and April.
April 5 - Jeanne Simpson
April 12 - Martha Bledsoe
April 19 - Lois Zerrer
April 26 - Brenda Sneed
If you would like to serve as liturgist, please contact Martha Bledsoe.
Prayer Chain
There are currently 16 people on Trinity’s Prayer Chain. Pray-ers receive text messages whenever someone requests prayer. Prayer requests can be as specific or general as the requester wants. If you would like to be added to the Prayer Chain, please text Pastor Tom at 920-237-9840. If you would like to request prayer, please text Pastor Tom at 920-237-9840.
Contacting the Church Office
To reach Alyssa Spradlin, Director of Communication & Administrative Ministries, to communicate with the church office use this and only this email address:
Trinity Sunday School Classes
Sunday School opportunities for all ages. Please consider joining us in exploring our faith and learning from one another in spaces of grace and love. All classes begin at 10:15 a.m.
Children's Class
Sunday School for Children resumes January 4th. We will study the New Testament and teachings of Jesus and his followers.
SALT (Studying and Learning Together): Please join us for this discussion-style class in room 17.
Please join us for this discussion-style class in room 17. Our discussion-style class is open to all, join us in person or virtually! Please contact Amy Price or Daphne Anderson with any questions.
We will begin a new 6-week study after Easter!
Easter Sunday, April 5 - no class
April 12 through May 17: The Heart of the Psalms by James C. Howell. This study focuses on six psalms, each offering a unique glimpse into God’s heart: Psalm 8 (awe), Psalm 27 (beauty), Psalm 51 (mercy), Psalm 73 (surely), Psalm 90 (time), and Psalm 116 (love). This includes a study book and video.
Topical Discussions Class
Please join us for Sunday School weekly in the Fellowship Hall. We enjoy good fellowship, hot coffee, and delicious treats as we discuss God’s presence in our daily lives. Ask any class member if you have questions, or call Dave Muegge.
In April, our topics include:
April 5 Easter-No Sunday school class today
April 12 Heart of the Psalms: Psalm 8, Awe, Pastor James Howell…..Dave Muegge
April 19 Heart of the Psalms: Psalm 51, Mercy, Pastor James Howell…..Rich Landrith
April 26 Heart of the Psalms: Psalm 73, Hope, Pastor James Howell…..Dave Muegge
Four and More Begins Again!
Rev. Jane Huffstetler has agreed to lead Bible study on Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. (thus the name). We meet both at the church and by Zoom if that is what works for you. If you want to be included in the weekly reminder that also includes the Zoom link, please send Jane an email. We will begin with Genesis and work our way through the Bible. No prior knowledge is needed, just a Bible and a desire to study with others.
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