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We had a great weekend for Halloween, Dia De Los Muertos, and All Saint's Sunday.

This Sunday we are pleased to announce Diaconal Ministry Intern, Christine Doige, will be preaching.  You won't want to miss this!

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This week the prophet Amos calls for justice to roll down like waters. Paul urges us to encourage one another with the promised coming of the Lord. Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids. Surrounded by the faithful of every time and place, we celebrate Christ's coming in our midst in the word of life and the feast of victory—the marriage feast of the lamb.

Readings: Amos 5:18-24, Psalm 70, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13

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In preparation for the upcoming voter's meeting on November 16, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the First Trinity Constitution and Bylaws. 

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Bible Study - Tuesdays at 7 Explore the story of two young women from the early church, who became martyrs and saints of the faith. Co-lead by Katie Jacob and Pr. Tom Gaulke. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25

Why on earth would we paint our faces and make ourselves to look like dead people in church? Read Pr. Tom's recent sermon on his blog.

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On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ—the good news—that makes us free! Though we give thanks for the events of the sixteenth-century Reformation that brought renewal to the church of that time, we pray that the Holy Spirit would continue to unite the church today in its proclamation and witness to the world. In the waters of baptism we are made one body; we pray for the day that all Christians will also be one at the Lord's table.  And we celebrate Reformation Sunday!  Color of the day is Red!

Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Psalm 46, Romans 3:19-28, John 8:31-36

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In preparation for the upcoming voter's meeting on November 16, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the First Trinity Constitution and Bylaws. 

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This week's Bible Study, Tuesday 7 pm - Katie is teaching!  Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness'/Justice's sake:  for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

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So Many Thank Yous!

Thank you to all who donated blood and volunteered to help run the blood drive.

Thank you to all who helped on our volunteer day to winterize the community center.

Than you to all who have been part of our mission and ministry at First Trinity!

Ben's Movie Night! 

Saturday at 7

Young Frankenstein

Free Popcorn and coffee

Bring a snack or beverage to share

The Lutheran Discussion 

Group meets this Sunday, 9 am in the kitchen.  All are welcome!

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This Sunday is our annual Oktoberfest... and it is going to be fun!  Starting with outdoor worship at 10:30, and the Oktoberfest celebration starts at 1.  Join us for great food including Brats, Tom Fashing's Famous Kraut and more (something for the vegans too!)  We'll play Nagelspielen, dance the Chicken Dance, and kids will make Pretzel Necklaces.  We have raffles including neat prizes from the Cubs, Bears and White Sox!

Oktoberfest is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and we feel blessed that so many of our friends join us.  The money we raise will help us in our plans to expand God's Closet and start a new Sunday School program in the next year.  

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Bible Study is going great - Tuesday at 7:00 pm. Potluck dinner! A study! On the Beatitudes! From Matthew and Luke! Next week - Blessed are the meek, led by Katie Jacob!
Click here for some suggested reading for those who attended this week or anyone who is interested in Blessed are those who Mourn.  

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Our friends at South Loop Campus Ministry have their monthly Community Meal this Sunday.  All Are Welcome.

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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.

Readings: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32, Psalm 25:1-9, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:23-32

Autumn Bible Study - The Beatitudes!

A study! On the Beatitudes! From Matthew and Luke!

AND on stories:
from the Hebrew Bible!
And from the New Testament!
Stories of faithful people
living in accord
AND in contrast with them!

The Beatitudes! Blessed are...

Every Tuesday through October - 7:00 pm. Potluck dinner.

All are welcome!


(Schedule Below!)



“Blessed are...”

9/16
the poor,
for yours is the kingdom of God. (Luke 6)

the poor in spirit:
for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven. (Matt 5)

9/23
those who mourn:
for they will be comforted. (Matt)

you who weep now,
for you will laugh. (Luke)

9/30
the meek:
for they will inherit the earth. (Matt)

10/1
you who hunger now,
for you will be satisfied. (Luke)

those who hunger and thirst for righteousness/justice:
for they will be filled. (Matt)

10/8
the merciful:
for they will be shown mercy (Matt)

10/15
the pure in heart:
for they will see God. (Matt)

10/22
the peacemakers:
for they will be called children of God. (Matt)

10/29
those who are persecuted
for righteousness'/Justice's sake:
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven (Matt)

when people hate you, when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of man. (Luke)