Church Notes for July 12, 2026

 

“The word of God is living and active.”—Hebrews 4:12 As God’s Word works within us, we respond with faithful living and generous stewardship of all He entrusts to us. 

 

TLC is in need of a new custodian. Starting when a replacement is found.  Amberis willing to train.   If you or someone you know is interested in the position, which would take a commitment of 6-10 hours per week, please contact one of the following: Mike Compton via text or call: 515-715-3300, Pastor Dennis: 515-370-4809 or Linda Thede: 515-370-3765.

 

“THANK YOU” to those that signed up to assist Jeff & Jim with technology.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. Yesterday was the deadline, but please register at https://vbsmate.com/events/TLCJeffersonIowa/32544 ASAP.

 

VBS PLANNING MEETING: July 13th at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a planning meeting for ALL VBS Volunteers. 

 

“THANK YOU” to those that signed up to volunteer for VBS. 

 

FAMILY FUN GRILL OUT & POTLUCK, July 31st at 6:00 PM! Please sign up if you & your family will be attending this fun event.There is a sign-up sheet on the rolling bulletin board; add your name and what you will bring for the potluck. Meat will be provided. 

 

VISUAL FAITH MINISTRY (VFM) theme for 2026 is Sojourn with Jesus: A Year in the Gospels. In July we’ll meditate on Luke 14:16-24, a parable about a banquet to which we have all been invited. All women are invited to a one-hour zoom event on Tuesday, July 14th at 7:00 p.m. for this unique approach to scripture. We meet in the fellowship hall. Please prayerfully consider participating.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH APPAREL FOR SALE! On the table in the Fellowship Hall are the following items: blue/white hat: $14.00; grey/grey hat: $14.00; sweater fleece vest (xl): $42.00; sweater fleece jacket (xl): $45.00; T-shirt (xxxl): $12.00. Make checks to Trinity if you buy an item. Trinity Lutheran Church 2026 | ShineOn designs | powered by OrderMyGear Orders end in August! 

 

4-H PHOTOS:   Please send your photos to tlcoffice@netins.net if you have any photos of kids with their accomplishments at the fair.  Thank You!

 

Building Healthy Families: Many of us were raised on a familiar script: be tough, don’t ask for help, and “pull yourself up by your bootstraps.” It sounds admirable—but it’s not a recipe for a healthy life, and it’s not what God calls us to. Scripture points us in a different direction. Paul writes in Galatians 6:2, “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” We were never meant to carry everything alone. God places us in community—where we can be supported, and where we can support others in return. So challenge those old messages, even the deeply ingrained ones about self-reliance. Replace them with truth. Let someone in. Share what you’re carrying with a trusted brother or sister in Christ. Reach out to family, friends, your pastor, or a LFS counselor who shares your faith and values. Strength isn’t found in isolation—it’s often revealed in the courage to seek and receive help. Learn more at www.LutheranFamilyService.orgLutheran Family Service 

 

AUGUST SIGN UP SHEET: If there are any Sundays in August that you will not be available to volunteer for church services, please write your name on those week(s), or send Linda a note.  Thank You!

 

Sunday, July 19                Usher:     Matt Carstens

                                             Greeter:     Terry & Darla Johnson

                                 Communion:     George Walker

                                             Reader:     Terry Johnson                   

                         Lutheran ½ Hour:     Nina McDonald Family 

                                        Counters:   Jason & Amber Smith     

                                           Acolyte:    Spencer & Bradon Hirsch             

 

SAVE THE DATE: 

                                                                                                                                   

Sunday, July 19             8:00 am     LWML

                                               9:00 am      Divine Service w/Communion

                                               10:15 am      Lutheran ½ Hour, Bible Study

                                                                                         

Wednesday, July 22    10:30 am      Bible Study

                                      

Sunday, July 26             8:00 am      Women’s Bible Study

                                               9:00 am      Divine Service 

                                               10:15 am       Lutheran ½ Hour, Bible Study, 

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