Worship Helpers

Worship Helpers
If you are unable to serve as scheduled,
please find a replacement & inform the office.
March 9
Saturday, 5:30 p.m.
Greeter ................................. Martha Miller
Ushers ................................... Tony D’Amico
Randy Wert
Reader ................................... Martha Miller
Communion .......................
Prayers .................................. Doreen Griebel
Projection ............................ Joe Peiffer
March 16
Evelyn Schleidt
Tony D’Amico
Steve Puscheck
Howard Webster
Bob Strassburg
Bob Strassburg
Bill Wood
Prayers .................................. Rev. Carl Streufert
Projection ............................ Paul Gettman
Jack Stoerr
Charlene Beno
Susan Brenan
Mike Brenan
Mike Zekas
Joe Carr
Kevin/Jonah Cross
Sophie Myers
Wendy Binkley
Ron Opferbeck
John Faller
Lisa Cross
Sue Steege
Jason Christ
Dorothy Rothrock
Marlene Carr
Sunday, 11:15 a.m.
Worship Assistant .......... Pat Canfield
Acolyte .................................. Papouch Schmoyer
Michael Lippa
Greeter ................................. Paul Gerlach
Ushers ................................... Kim Schmoyer
Franc Schmoyer
Papouch Schmoyer
Paris Adams
Reader ................................... Pam Jones
Communion .......................
Prayers .................................. Marsha Peth
Marsha Phillips
Projection ............................ Edu Obot
Jubal Myer
Paris Adams
Chris MacVittie
Dick McKie
Judy Pedersen
Emma Pedersen
Gordon Tresch
Jon Whited
Tracy Bramwell
Pat Canfield
Barb Reardon
Jason Christ
Marsha Phillips
Anne DiCenso
Bill Wood
Announcements Deadline - Thursdays at 9 a.m.
[email protected]
1570 Niagara Falls Boulevard • Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 835-2220 • FirstTrinity.com • [email protected]
Worship Times
Saturday 5:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:45 & 11:15 a.m.
Sermon Topic
Sundays 10 - 11 a.m.
Children
JUST US - Adults
Childcare Infants - Age 2
Meet in Hope
Preschool - Ages 3 & 4
Meet in Upper Preschool
Kindergarten - Age 5
Meet in Upper Preschool
Kingdom Quest - Grades 1-5
Meet in Gym
With Developmental Disabilities
Being a Worshiper
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Youth
Meet in Basement
Cornerstone
Grades 6 - 8
Crossroads
No Bible experience necessary.
Parenting - Genesis of a Legacy
Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World
Led by Pastor Chuck and Susan Whited. Meets in Grace.
A great class for parents of children of all ages. Pastor Chuck
and Susan Whited will lead the class through Ken Ham and
Steve Ham's material, as they share with us a Biblical
perspective on parenting.
Paul’s Prison Letters Led by Susan Steege. Meets in Basement.
Paul wrote four letters while he was in prison. They are now
part of the New Testament: Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians
and Philemon. This 15-week class will dig into these wonderful
letters and seek to help participants grow in their faith by
reflecting on God’s Word found there.
Experiencing God – Knowing and Doing the Will of God
(By Henry & Richard Blackaby and Claude King)
Led by Becky Whited. Meets in Mercy.
Through the Biblical principles in this course, God can teach
you how to: know when He is speaking to you; recognize His
activity around you; adjust your life to Him and His ways;
identify what He wants to do through you; and respond to His
activity in your life. What a great way to start the new year with
a new Bible class on how to grow into deeper relationship with
our Savior! This study is 13 weeks.
March 9/10
2014
Psalm 96:7-13, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Luke 7:36-50
Meet in Gym
Adult Education Classes
Sunday, 8:45 a.m.
Acolyte .................................. Michael McKeehan
Greeter ................................. Paul Gerlach
Carol Schrantz
Ushers ................................... Walt Zimberg
Dan Schrantz
David Gettman
MaryAnn HarhiGettman
Reader ................................... Anne Miller
Communion .......................
Children and Youth Education Hour
Welcome!
If you are a guest with us today, we are so
glad you are here! We invite you to fill out
a yellow card from the pew rack and put it
in the offering plate during worship.
You will find all of the words in the
worship service projected at the front of
the church. If you require a printed copy,
they are available from the ushers in the
back of the church.
If you have something you would like us
to pray about this week, you can write it
on the back of the yellow card. Our staff
and prayer team will pray for the requests
during the week. If you so choose, we
will post your request at our online
prayer wall as well.
First Trinity is a Bible-based church. We
believe God’s Word is the sole authority
for this life. We are imperfect people
loving imperfect people.
ne of my great privileges in my work at First Trinity is to lead 25
minutes of worship time with kids each morning at Vacation Bible
School every summer. The time is called “Sing and Play”, but it is truly
worship. All of the songs are praises to God and the kids use every part of their
bodies to worship. We sing loud and strong, we dance, we move, we WORSHIP.
I love it for a thousand reasons, but one of them is that with the kids there’s all
kinds of permission to just let go and worship fully. I stop worrying about what
adults around me might think and just let it all show in front of God. It is so
much fun! And my heart is changed towards His because of it.
I’ve always been fascinated by the woman who bathed Jesus’ feet in her tears and
wiped them with her hair (Luke 7:36-50). It seems she had the same kind of
abandon in worshiping her Lord. She gave it all. She cried in His presence. She
doesn’t seem to pay attention to what the men around her are saying and
thinking (and it wasn’t nice). She focuses all her attention on Jesus. And Jesus
(knowing her sinful past) commends her and forgives her.
I love the way God works. He uses a sinful woman to teach us about what it
means to worship Him completely. And it turns out that it’s not me helping
children worship--it’s children helping me (and I hope all of us) worship! What a
hoot. What a Savior.
Sue Steege, Director of Transformation Ministries
(P.S. VBS 2014 is July 21-25. The theme is “Weird Animals” and registration for
kids AND volunteers opens on April 1 at FirstTrinity.com)
Our prayer for you today is that you
would connect to God and grow closer
and closer to Him each day.
Sue Steege ([email protected], 716-835-2220)
We rejoice with the Christ Family as they
welcomed Piper Noelle on March 5 at 7 lbs 2 oz.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Frequently Asked Questions series
is returning this summer! If you’ve
wanted Pastor to talk about a specific
topic or question, now is your chance!
Write your question on a piece of paper and stick it in the box in
the lobby. We will accept questions for a few weeks, then you
will have an opportunity to vote on the questions. We will tackle
the most voted-for questions at worship starting in late June.
Altar Flowers
Presented to the Glory of God
In Loving Memory of Robert & Lydia Weber
By The Storch Family
For You formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother’s womb. I will give
thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your
works, And my soul knows it very well. Psalm 139:13-14
In our beautiful church basement
Mondays, 7 - 8 p.m.
This week’s topic
“Wounded Warriors”
Come for Coffee and
Great Conversation!
Bi-Annual Ministry Reports are in member
mailboxes and available at the Information Center.
Congregational Meeting
Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m.
Coffee and Refreshments served at 9:30 a.m. before the meeting.
We will meet in the basement.
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Transforming our world, one life at a time, through the power of God’s living Word.
STAFF
Calendar for March 9 - 16, 2014
Charles E. Whited Jr.
Pastor
[email protected]
For calendar details, visit our website: FirstTrinity.com/calendar
Jason Christ
Attract/Middle School Ministry
[email protected]
Marsha Peth
Care Ministry
Homebound/Hospital Visits
[email protected]
Susan Steege
Transformation Ministry
[email protected]
Timothy Hartnett
Ministry Operations
[email protected]
Rebekah Freed
High School Ministry
Young Adult Ministry
[email protected]
Kathy Figini
Office Manager
[email protected]
Dona Trautwein
Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Susan Brese
Traditional Worship
[email protected]
Jubal Myer
Contemporary Worship
[email protected]
Debbie Ferrante
Preschool Director
[email protected]
Sunday
3/9
8:45 a.m. Traditional Worship
10 a.m. Education Hour
11:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship
1 p.m. Presch Art Show/Open House
Monday
3/10
10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study
7 p.m. Lifetree Café
Tuesday
3/11
12:30 p.m. Staff & EMT Prayer Time
6 p.m. Amherst Youth Basketball
6:30 p.m. Alpha
6:30 p.m. Tuesday Night Prayer Time
7 p.m. Band Rehearsal
Wednesday
3/12
9:30 a.m. EMT Meting
9:30 a.m. Women’s AA Meeting
11:30 a.m. Lego Club
12 p.m. Lunch With the Staff
6 p.m. Lenten Supper
6:30 p.m. Bereavement Groups
7 p.m. Lenten Worship
7:30 p.m. Volleyball
Thursday
11:30 a.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7:45
Friday
10 a.m.
5 p.m.
Saturday
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
Sunday
8:45 a.m.
10 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
3/13
Lego Club
CONNECT
Grade 8 Confirmation Prep
Bell Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
3/14
Vespers Meeting
Scrapbooking
3/15
Work Team
Men’s Basketball
Congregational Meeting
Traditional Worship
3/16
Traditional Worship
Education Hour
Contemporary Worship
College Student Lunch
Homeward Bound Life Group
Sermon Series - Praise and Worship
March 8/9
Being a Worshiper
Psalm 96:7-13, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Luke 7:36-50
March 15/16 Being a Worship Community
Psalm 3:1-8, Ephesians 5:18-21, Matthew 28:16-20
Listen to past sermons at FirstTrinity.com/Listen
Life Groups
One of the best ways to get to know others is gathering in small groups around God’s Word.
Our Life Groups meet at various times throughout the month.
These Life Groups have space and would welcome new friends!
The Lutheran Hour
Sundays 9:30 a.m.
WXRL 1300AM
LutheranHour.org
Visit the prayer station in the
lobby to submit personal prayer
requests and pick up a list of
last week’s requests for praying
at home and/or in the service.
You can also submit requests
and pray online at
FirstTrinity.com/prayer.
FT Historical Fun Fact #5
Preschool 2014-15
First Trinity’s History - 175 Years
Enroll now - classes fill quickly!
Memories
Lutheran Schools are a part of our history. One of the first
things our founders did was to start a school. We had a
Lutheran school for 89 years until 1928. Then 20 years later
we formed an association with other congregations in
Buffalo to start a central school that eventually was named
Martin Luther Christian School. Located on Eggert Rd., we
had good access to it and often had the largest number of
students there. The School closed in 2004. We have
continued to offer our preschool, now in its 51st year. May
God help us to serve our children as they learn of Christ.
Project Prom Dress Collection
Every year many girls around WNY are able to go to prom
because of the generosity of others who donate both new and
gently used prom dresses to local collections. Over the past
few years, the ladies of First Trinity have collected over 50
dresses for young women in the community who wouldn’t be
able to purchase a prom dress on their own.
We’re collecting dresses again until March 30. On that
Sunday the young women participating will also pool their
donations together and go shopping for even more dresses to
donate to the cause. Bring any prom-style dresses you want to
donate and place them in the “Project Prom Dress Collection
Area” in the main office hallway.
Rebekah Freed ([email protected], 716-835-2220)
Join Us for a Great Afternoon!
Saturday, March 15, 2 p.m., Riviera Theater
The Church Basement Ladies
“A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement”
A block of twenty $27 tickets in the front section of the theater
has been reserved for our church. (“First come, first served”). A
staff organist will perform on The Mighty Wurlitzer organ for
30 minutes prior to showtime at no extra cost.
Groups that Meet at Church
Men’s Bible Study A group of men that meet regularly on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the
month from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Contact Paul Gerlach ([email protected]).
Women’s Bible Study This group of ladies meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month
from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Contact the church office (716-835-2220).
Seniors Group This group of seniors meets on some Wednesdays of the month from
1 – 3 p.m. at the church. Contact the church office (716-835-2220).
Homeward Bound This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from
6 – 8 p.m. Contact Sophie Myers (Home: 406-2373, Cell: 380-2689).
Servants of Christ Meets on the first Wednesday of each month, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Contact Mary Lou Hartnett ([email protected], 716-691-7298).
Payment to Erhard (Moose) Moosmann.
Home-Based Groups There are several life groups that meet in homes.
Contact Marlene Carr ([email protected], 716-691-9303), for more information about
options that are available.
Sisters in Spirit Sisters in Spirit (SIS) is a group of women (all ages!) who meet monthly.
Contact Sue Storch ([email protected]).
Rocken the Cross A group of parents that meet once monthly on Saturday evenings.
Children are invited to come along! Contact Joel Rockensuess ([email protected])
or Kevin Cross ([email protected]).
I wish to thank my church family for the many prayers, calls,
visits, and cards during my recent major heart surgery. The
Lord has blessed me!
Car-pooling will be available for those who need it. Please so
indicate on the sign-up sheet in the lobby.
Jean Schultz (716-810-9821)
From Audrey Barrett
Thank you for all the beautiful cards that
I received. It was my 90th birthday, and I
loved getting all of them!
From Joan Griffin
From Deloris Makey
Thank you to my church family for the prayers, words of
encouragement, and visits while I was hospitalized for knee
surgery. The surgery went well and the re-hab is going great!
To God be the glory!
Forms at Information Center or
FirstTrinity.com/Preschool
Preschool Art Show is this
weekend, after the 11:15 service on Sunday. All are welcome
to walk through our classrooms and view our masterpieces.
Refreshments will be served.
Debbie Ferrante ([email protected])
Sisters In Spirit Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 7 p.m.
All women welcome - please join us!
Sue Storch’s house - 6542 Wills Hollow, Lockport 14094
Questions? Sue Storch (716-280-3448)
Atheist Outreach
Evolution vs. Creation Training
Last Command First Concern, is offering another Atheist
Outreach opportunity, centered around the movie,
Evolution vs. God. (You can watch the 38 minute movie for
free at evolutionvsgod.com/.)
Training Session, Saturday, March 22,10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
at First Trinity (Training by Susan Whited)
The cost is $5 for materials; lunch is included. (No charge and
transportation will be provided if needed for High School &
college students.)
Please make reservations at lastcommandfirstconcern.com or
by calling Mt. Olive Lutheran Church at 716-434-8500. The
actual outreach event will take place on April 1 at the UB
North Campus where we will distribute 1000 copies of the
movie. We also hope to engage students and staff in gospel
conversations.
Wednesdays During Lent
Worship & Supper
Lent is a season in the church year,
leading up to the celebration of Jesus’
rising from the dead on Easter. We take
some extra time to worship Jesus as we reflect on the
sacrifice He made for us out of love. Our prayer is that we
will see the power Jesus has to change our lives. He heals,
restores and cares. These Worship Services are really a
special time! Everyone is welcome–bring a friend!
March 12 - Worship at 7 p.m.
Testimony by Carl Fretthold
Supper at 6 p.m. Baked Ziti / Meatballs
$5 per person ($20 per family)