UPCOMING SUNDAY  

Jesus' parable about two sons who don't do what they say reveals surprises in the reign of God, such as prostitutes and tax collectors going before others into God's kingdom. In the reading from Ezekiel the people question whether the ways of the Lord are unfair; instead they are to repent and turn to the Lord. Paul urges us to look to Christ as a model of humility, looking to the interests of others above our own. Nourished by the broken bread and shared cup, we offer our lives for the sake of our needy world.

• 8:30 a.m. - Eucharist (about 45 minutes)
• 9:00 a.m. - New Member Orientation
• 9:15 a.m. - Choir Rehearsal
• 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School and Sunday Forum (below)
• 10:30 a.m. - Sung Eucharist
• 11:40 a.m. - Hospitality Team (ushers/greeters) meeting
• 11:45 a.m. - New Member Orientation (Cont...)
• 3:00 p.m. - Voice and Organ Recital (See Below)

Politics and Religion - Barbara Wahler (in Passavant Hall)
Our beliefs and values inform our views about politics and religion. These are typically two hard-to-discuss subjects. At this forum, Barbara Wahler--a therapist with Holy Trinity's Spiritual Life Center --leads an open discussion about politics' role in religion and how religion plays out in politics. Differing opinions are welcome and will be honored at this open forum..

Members will be selling fair trade goods such as coffee and chocolate at the back of the church between services and following the 10:30 service. Stop by and support a great ministry!

Calling All Singers!
The Fall season is underway, and with it comes the return of the Holy Trinity Choir to our 10:30 Liturgy each Sunday. Like every other ministry in our church, Choir would not happen if it were not for the faithful commitment of those who sing each Sunday! And, like every other ministry, we need additional people to share their gifts of time and talent to make it happen. Please consider becoming a part of this exciting and dynamic ministry at Holy Trinity! We rehearse on Sunday mornings at 9:15 and sing in the 10:30 service, and take one Sunday each month off. We're very flexible with your schedule and understand that no one can be present 100% of the time, so please don't let that deter you if you could help out! For more information, please speak to David Brackley, our Minister of Music, or ask any choir member. There are lots of exciting things planned for the coming months! Be a part of it all!

Weekly readings 

Messrs. Lancaster and Vaughn are both active musicians on the concert stage and in northern Indiana churches as well as teaching music on the undergraduate and graduate level. Dr. Lancaster has appeared in several operatic and oratorio roles as well as in concerts at venues from Ann Arbor, Michigan to New York's Carnegie Hall and Taipei, Taiwan. Mr. Vaughn studied organ with Craig Cramer at Notre Dame University and has made concert appearances recently at Notre Dame and with the South Bend Symphony. The program will include music of Fauré, Buxtehude, Dupré, Pinkham and Howells, among others.

Take a break from the busy city life, and join us for this simple, contemplative eucharist.

We Need 383 Parking Permits!

Do you live in the 44th Ward? Zip code 60613 or 60657? If so, we are in need of neighborhood parking permits (zone 383). If you have any extra lying around, or can pick them up from Aldermann Tunney's office (1057 W. Belmont) or order them online (here), please bring them to Josh in the office. We are more than happy to reimburse the cost.

Sunday Forum - October 2-30

Worship Matters: Centripetal Worship: The Evangelical Heart of Lutheran Worship. - Pr. Criag Mueller
As part of a year-long emphasis on worship formation, we will read and discuss Centripetal Worship, which examines how worship is, and should be at the center of a congregation's life. Themes include: Martin Luther's witness to the center of worship; music in worship; participation as faith construction; redefining evangelism. A Calvin Institute of Worship grant provides books for all participants at no cost. Books are available now at the back of the church. 

Advent Mini-Retreat: Transitions

Saturday, December 3, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The season of Advent is about endings and beginnings. Often we find ourselves in times of transition, whether it involves jobs, careers, relationships, family, location, living situation, or retirement. This retreat will provide a time for reflection and conversation around themes of change; waiting and preparation; endings and beginnings; spiritual resources for times of upheaval. To prepare, participants may read one of four recommended books. Information found here. Leader: Pr. Craig M. Mueller.

CPR Class at Holy Trinity

Ten people have now expressed a desire to enroll in a CPR class that will be held at HTLC on Saturday, October 29 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in Passavant Hall. It will be conducted by Deft Resources who taught it for us about three years ago. It will include basic CPR, the Heimlech Manuver for choking and an introduction to the defibrillator or AED (automatic external defibrillator). The cost is $20. Please give this money to Kathryn Vigen or Josh in the office by October 16. If there are still people who would like to be included, there may be room for a few more. Please contact Kathryn by e-mail to register.

September 18: 8:30 - 20; 10:30 - 154 

New Member Orientation

Maybe you've attended Holy Trinity a few times or many. Maybe you are looking for a church home. Maybe you have mixed feelings about church and whether it is for you. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome at Holy Trinity! Here is a special invitation to learn more about Holy Trinity, what makes Lutheranism unique, meet some other folks, and find out more about our mission and ministry. Orientation sessions are held four times a year. The next session is Sunday, September 25. We will meet from 9:00 - 10:20 a.m., followed by the 10:30 a.m. worship service. We continue upstairs in Passavant Hall over a light lunch, concluding before 1:00 p.m. To sign up email Josh in the office or indicate on a yellow slip in the pew rack.

Children's Choir sings October 8 and 9

Kyle Severson has agreed to lead the Children's Choir this year. All children age five and older are encouraged to participate in the choir which will sing during worship three times throughout the year. In addition, Pastor Miller has asked the Children's Choir to sing at her Civil Union Ceremony on October 8th. Watch for more information to come, but for now save the rehearsal dates of September 25 and October 2 as well as the worship leadership dates of October 8 and 9.

Mark Your Calendars - Generosity Brunch, Sunday, October 9

Sunday, October 9 following the 10:30 service. Celebrate the ministry of Holy Trinity and our vibrant community as we kick-off our 2012 Generosity Appeal!

Holy Trinity Christkindl Market

Mark your calendars for Holy Trinity's Christkindl Market, our holiday bazaar and fundraiser, on Sunday, December 4. There will be lots of fun activities for the whole family and many ways to get involved. Here are two ways right now you can help make this a wonderful event:

• Contribute your favorite recipe to the Holy Trinity Cookbook - click here to download the recipe form. Drop the completed form at HTLC in one of the recipe baskets or email it to Kristi Harreld. Please note that we need your recipes no later than Sunday, September 25.
• Are you crafty? We are seeking Holy Trinity's artists and artisans who would like to display and sell their work at this event. In exchange, you'll be asked to donate one item to the silent auction. Please contact Sarah Hanson if you are interested in reserving space at the craft tables.

Watch your email and the bulletin for more announcements about this event. If you would like to volunteer on the event committee, please email Sarah Hanson.

"Team Trinity" Volunteer Opportunities

Please consider joining Team Trinity today! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Check out Volunteer website for upcoming opportunites.  It is Holy Trinity's goal to register as many members on-line to assist in helping with our ministry projects within the community.  Simply log-in now and sign-up online to volunteer today

--The Crib

The Night Ministry has reopened their youth/young adult homeless shelter, The Crib. Holy Trinity will be preparing and serving a meal once per month. On the third Saturday of each month, volunteers will meet at Holy Trinity at 7 p.m. to prepare the meal, then will head to The Crib to serve the meal. For more information, speak with or email Ken Duckmann.

--The Night Ministry Outreach Van

Holy Trinity will be assembling and distributing 'meals in a bag' with the Night Ministry in Rogers Park on a quarterly basis. Stay tuned for more information and how to help out.

 

New Members: View pictures/bios of recent new members: May here, February here.

Next Baptism Dates: October 23, December 4. More info.

Next New Member Orientation Date: September 25, November 20.  More info.

 

Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Wed., 12:00-7:00 p.m.; and Sun., 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 

September 18, 2011
Lectionary 25a
Matthew 20:1-16
David Weasley and Craig Mueller

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 

Equality is a word Americans love. Everyone deserves a chance to fulfill the American dream. Civil rights movements of the past several decades have brought greater equality to issues of race, gender, sexual orientation. Discrimination still exists--but many of us are committed to the basic truth that all human beings are created equal and deserve the benefits of life, liberty and happiness.

Equality seems to be a tenant of our faith as well. Many churches have made welcoming statements, letting it be known that in God's eyes everyone is equal and everyone is welcome. In 1988 the ELCA set a goal that its membership would reflect not only its northern European roots, but American society. There was a desire that 10% of the ELCA would be non-white or people whose first language was not English. Sadly, the goal has not been met.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

    1:20 p.m.  Cubs Home Game 

    6:00 p.m.  Contemplative Eucharist

    7:30 p.m.  AA & SAA (St. Mark's Room & Passavant Hall) 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

    10:00 a.m.  Weekly Bible Study

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

    5:00 p.m.  Common Solutions

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25  

    8:30 a.m.  Eucharist     

    9:00 a.m.  New Member Orientation (Passavant Hall)

    9:15 a.m.  Choir Rehearsal 

    9:30 a.m.  Sunday School and Sunday Forum

    10:30 a.m.  Sung Eucharist   

    11:40 a.m. Hospitality Team (ushers/greeters) training   

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

    7:00 p.m.  Meditation Group  

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

    6:00 p.m.  Contemplative Eucharist

    7:30 p.m.  AA & SAA (St. Mark's Room & Passavant Hall) 

COMMEMORATIONS FOR THE WEEK

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BONHOEFFER'S COST
Pastor - Pacifist - Nazi Resister

What is a moral person to do in a time of savage immorality? That question tormented Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German clergyman of great distinction who actively opposed Hitler and the Nazis. His convictions cost him his life. Bonhoeffer, a highly regarded Lutheran minister who could have kept his peace and saved his life on several occasions, instead paid the ultimate price for his beliefs.

September 14 - 30
Provision Theater, 1001 W. Roosevelt

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