March 26, 2017

March 29, 2017

March 26th, 2017

LENTEN SUPPER Join us this Wednesday, March 29th from 5:45-6:30pm for a meal before our Wednesday evening service. This week’s meal is lasagna, salad, french bread, fruit salad, and dessert and is sponsored by the Journeymen. We appreciate Paul Mayer for using a thrivent action team to help with the costs of the meal. All donations collected at the meal will be given to Soul’s Harbor.

CHURCH WORK DAY This SATURDAY, APRIL 1st from 9:00am-1:00pm. Lunch will be providedfor all workers and there are various projects that we will be working on. Dig out those work gloves and clothes and come help beautify and spruce up God’shouse !!

NEW CONNECTIONS CLASS With Pastor Besel begins THIS MORNING at 9:30am in Classroom 1B. Come and join us !! For people interested in joining or have joined.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Attention all Guys..We are re-starting our new Bible study TODAY and will be using Rick Warren’s workbook on HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE. This study is open to all men and we will meet in room 6. It will begin promptly at 9:30 with donuts and coffee provided. Come join us as we learn from Rick Warren how we can effectively learn to study the greatest book of all time- The Bible

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "God’s Got It In For Me !”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Ken KlausGod can use our troubles and crosses for a higher purpose that we may not understand until we reach heaven.

(John 9:1-41)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1A.

9:30-10:30am – Pastor Besel is leading the Connections Class in Classroom 1B.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study on “How to Study the Bible” in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

HEARTFELT THANK YOU For your prayers, cards, and support while I have been ill recently. Your kindness has been very appreciated.

~ Frank Hundrieser~

BIBLE STUDY Pam Pickett will begin a study of the Book of Jonah on April 9th for everyone in the congregaton. There is so much nore to the story than Jonah being swallowed and then spit out by a big fish. Join us in Classroom 1A as we look at how Jonah’s behavior isn’t so different from our own sometimes. Study will be led by Pam Pickett on Sunday mornings at 9:30am.

LIFE QUOTES “Let’s whisper and let’s shout the hope of Christ. Let’s bring hope to those who have been deceived by the world to sin against God, themselves, and their child. Let’s help others look forward to the future with great hope and trust in the Lord of life.” *Sherry Ellis, Executive Director of the Lighthouse Center of Hope, Iowa Falls, Iowa* If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

Christ is the first to be concerned about the people, as to what they shall eat, and asks Philip, before they complain or ask him; so we may indeed let him care for us, remembering that he cares more and sooner for us than we do for ourselves.

(Church Postils, Laetare)

Plaque: I asked Jesus “How much do You love me?” “This much,” He answered. Then He stretched out His arms and died.

STUCK IN THE SEQUEL What a fantastic day it was to be stuck watching 10 of the hardest movies to watch, ever! And what awesome support we received with a combined total of online and in the plate donations of $1737.00. Every cent of that will be going to feed hungry kids right here in our community. Thank you to all who tuned in and watched the stream and a big thanks to all who donated to SnackPacks for Kids. They are a fantastic ministry and are worthy of our support. God Bless!

EASTER BREAKFAST Easter is coming up quick and with it, our annual Easter Breakfast fundraiser! This event is put on by the youth of Holy Trinity to support our ministries here, fellowship events, and our trek to the 2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering. As usual we ask members of our church to donate the supplies we need to put on the breakfast and you will find the donation slips on a board in the Narthex starting today. Please take what you can and please have the supplies back by or before Good Friday, as we prepare certain things that Saturday. Thank you for your continued support of our youth group!

"When we choose not to focus on what is missing from our lives but are grateful for the abundance that's present....we experience heaven on earth."

….Sarah Breathnack

FOR FUN …

A new pastor was visiting in the homes of his parishioners. At one house it seemed obvious that someone was at home, but no answer came to his repeated knocks at the door. He took out a card, wrote "Revelation 3:20" on the back and stuck the card in the door.

When the offering was processed the following Sunday, he found that his card had been returned. Added to it was this cryptic message, "Genesis 3:10."

Reaching for his Bible to check out the citation, he broke up in gales of laughter.

Revelation 3:20 begins "Behold, I stand at the door and knock . . . ."

Genesis 3:10 reads, "I heard your voice in the garden and I was afraid for I was naked...."

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Mar.26th-April 2nd, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

Lent Service 10:00am

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Lent Supper 5:45pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Lent Service 7:00pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Church Work Day/Lunch Provided 9am-1:00pm

SUNDAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Bella Vista: Pray that we Connect people to Jesus. Grow in our Faith, and Serve our King.

Church Ministry Team: Journeymen: Ask that God would give us guidance as we reach out to men in our Church and our community, and that the Holy Spirit would open men’s hearts to the grace we have through Jesus.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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March 19, 2017

March 16, 2017

March 19th, 2017

LENTEN SERVICES continue on Wednesday at 10 AM and 7 PM with the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

LENTEN SUPPER Join us this Wednesday, March 22nd from 5:45-6:30pm for a meal before our Wednesday evening service. This week’s meal will be from Chick-Fil-A and is sponsored by the Youth Ministry Team. We appreciate Casey Bolte for using a Thrivent Action Team to help with the costs of the meal. All donations collected at the meal will be given to the Samaritan Center Snack Pack Program.

MENS BIBLE STUDY Has just completed their study on Prayer and are beginning a new class on “ How To Study The Bible.” Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30am. in room six.

SPRING BREAKPlease pray for safety and travel mercy for our families that will be traveling during Spring break.

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY WISHES To Nona Coppinger who turns 82 on Tuesday, March 21st. She is still at Innisfree Nursing & Rehab, 304 S 24 St., Rogers 72756. She looks forward to any cards or visits from people at Holy Trinity!!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "A Well That Runs Deep Because You Need It !”

Speaker: Dr. Gregory Seltz

Jesus is determined to meet you today with water of grace only He can give.

(John 4:5-26)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study on “How to Study the Bible” in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled “Believing God.”

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

WORK DAY COMING Mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 1. The Journeymen and Trustees are joining forces for a work day here at the church. There are many jobs including landscape work and painting. Lunch will be provided.

CONNECTIONS CLASS Pastor Besel is considering starting a new Connections Class next Sunday, March 26. The class will meet on Sunday mornings during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:30) . The class will meet in Classroom 1 B. The class is for people who want to join Holy Trinity, or as an orientation class for new members, or for people who want to review the basics of our Christian faith. If you are interested in this class, please sign up on the bulletin board in the hall by Pastor’s office. There are extra copies of the flyer and tentative class schedule for those interested.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

From this it follows that where the finger of God does not cast out the devil, there the devil’s kingdom still exists; where Satan’s kingdom still exists, there the kingdom of God cannot be. The unaviodable conclusion then is that, as long as the Holy Spirit does not enter our hearts, we are not only incapable of any good, but are of necessity in the kingdom of Satan.

(Church Postils, Uculi)

TO THINK ABOUT ….

“It has been estimated that 99% of the things you worry about never happen. And most of the things that do happen, happen so quickly that you never have time to worry about them in the first place.” - Brian Tracy

“God loves each of us as if there was only one of us. “ - St. Augustine

TRIP TO ISRAEL Have you had the desire to go to the Holy Land? A trip is being put together by Pam Pickett to go to Israel! The details are not all set but we will be going March 20th-29th, 2018 for 9 days plus/minus travel days. I am in the planning stages so the exact itinerary is not set but all of the major sites will be included. I know the first question you will have is, what is the cost? An estimate at this time is $3,500 per person. This will include, airfare, ground transportation, hotels (4 star hotels), food, site fees, tips – everything except travel insurance and personal shopping purchases. If this number changes it will go down, not up. For example, the larger the group the cheaper the price. If you are interested in going on the trip please let me know. I am gathering a list of people who have interest in order to work with the tour company to finalize prices. I would like to keep this to about 20 people. This will be a teaching tour, at each site we will tie in everything we see to the Bible. My goal is to deepen your personal relationship with God, by coming closer through the land and people of Israel. Thank you, Pam Pickett pamsue27@gmail.com479-601-2550.

LIFE QUOTES “You might think you’ve made mistakes that can’t be forgiven, you’ve been broken beyond repair, you’ve been lost in the eyes of the world. But God has loved you so deeply that He created you, He redeemed you, and He called you to new life through that same Holy One of Israel. Live this new life of faith to the glory of the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit today and forever. Amen.” *Rev. Paul J. Frank, Hosanna Lutheran Church and School, Mesa, Arizona – If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

Redeemed Through Jesus Christ

He leadeth me – He leadeth me,

A long lost sheep I used to be.

He took me in with such gentle care

Life’s door is openI enter there.

Glory to God for making the way

Salvation is mine, no debt to pay.

Praise Him – Praise Him, I say the most,

Praise Father, Praise Son, Praise Holy Ghost.

-- Nona Coppinger

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Mar.19th-Mar. 26th, 2017

TODAY

Communion 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

NO ESL

TUESDAY

Circuit Pastors Mtg. @ Holy Trinity 9:00am

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study Class 2:00pm

WEDNESDAY

Lent Service 10:00am

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

No Confirmation Class (Spring Break) 4:30pm

Lent Supper 5:45pm

Lent Service 7:00pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Connection Class Begins 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Grace, Holiday Island: Please pray for our invited guests and visitors that the Holy Spirit warms their hearts so that the saving message of Jesus enters and changes their lives.

Church Ministry Team: Sunday School Team: Please pray for our Sunday School program, our teachers, and for continued growth.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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March 12, 2017

March 16, 2017

March 12th, 2017

WELCOME This morning we are welcoming into our congregation Charles and Natalie Scott and their children Holland and Liam during the 10:45 service. We are receiving them by transfer from Peace Lutheran Church in Texarkana, Arkansas. We are also welcoming Bruce Pilcher by Reaffirmation of Faith during the 8:00 service.

LENTEN SUPPER Join us this Wednesday, March 15th from 5:45-6:30pm for a meal before our Wednesday evening service. This week’s meal will be homemade chili with all the fixin’s and is sponsored by the Music Ministry team. All donations collected at the meal will be given to the Office of Human Concern in Rogers.

GIRLS LUNCH OUT Is scheduled for March 16th at Mimi’s at the Promenade beginning at 11:30am. Sign up sheet is in the Narthex so sign up and come join us for a great time of food, and fellowship !!

MENS BIBLE STUDY has just completed their study on Prayer and are beginning a new class on “ How To Study The Bible.” Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30am. in room six.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "The Power of a New Beginning!” Speaker: Dr. Gregory Seltz

Real help comes to us from the outside. In Christ, new beginning and greater endings are still possible.

(John 3:1-17)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study on “How to Study the Bible” in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

WORK DAY COMING Mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 1. The Journeymen and Trustees are joining forces for a work day here at the church. There are many jobs including landscape work and painting. Lunch will be provided.

FEED MY SHEEP Thank you to everyone that made a donation to the pantry last Sunday. We appreciate your generosity !

CONNECTIONS CLASS Pastor Besel is considering starting a new Connections Class at the end of this month. He is looking at two options, one on Sunday mornings during the Sunday School hour or secondly, on Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM. The class is for people who want to join Holy Trinity, or as an orientation class for new members, or for people who want to review the basics of our Christian faith. If you are interested in this class, please sign up on the bulletin board in the hall by Pastor’s office. Mark if you are interested in Sundays or Thursdays. If both will work for you, please check both. He will make a decision by next week if there is enough interest to have a class.

LIFE QUOTES “What do we teach our little children so that when they are older, sexual promiscuity and abortion will be unthinkable? They are very special because they are created, redeemed, and called.”

*Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, former executive director of Lutheran For Life*

If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

TO THINK ABOUT … Christ died – that’s history. Christ died for us – that’s Christianity. Christ died for me – that’s salvation.

TRIP TO ISRAEL Have you had the desire to go to the Holy Land? A trip is being put together by Pam Pickett to go to Israel! The details are not all set but we will be going March 20th-29th, 2018 for 9 days plus/minus travel days. I am in the planning stages so the exact itinerary is not set but all of the major sites will be included. I know the first question you will have is, what is the cost? An estimate at this time is $3,500 per person. This will include, airfare, ground transportation, hotels (4 star hotels), food, site fees, tips – everything except travel insurance and personal shopping purchases. If this number changes it will go down, not up. For example, the larger the group the cheaper the price. If you are interested in going on the trip please let me know. I am gathering a list of people who have interest in order to work with the tour company to finalize prices. I would like to keep this to about 20 people. This will be a teaching tour, at each site we will tie in everything we see to the Bible. My goal is to deepen your personal relationship with God, by coming closer through the land and people of Israel. Thank you, Pam Pickett pamsue27@gmail.com479-601-2550.

Happy moments, praise God.
Difficult moments, seek God.
Quiet moments, worship God.
Painful moments, trust God.
Every moment, thank God.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

But, oh how painful it is to nature reason, that this Canaanite woman shoud strip herself and forsake all that she has experienced, and cling alone to God’s bare Word, until she experienced the contrary. May God help us in time of need and deathe to possess such courage and faith!

(Church Postils, Reminscere)

Someone Who is For You

Some years ago, David Seamands, a Kentucky pastor, told a group of ministers who he had counseled a young woman who was dying. She was not a church member. In fact, she had lived rather loosely, even shamefully, and she knew it. Now that death was staring her in the face, she was feeling guilty. Dr. Seamands listened as she sobbingly confessed her sins to her. When it appears she was finished, the pastor said to her in a very gentle manner, “I want you to know that God is not against you for your sins. God is for you against your sins.”

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Mar.12th-Mar. 19th, 2017

TODAY-DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

COUNCIL PACKET INFO DUE

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Council Mtg. 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

CLARION INFO DUE 12:00pm

Lent Service 10:00am

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Lent Supper 5:45pm

ESL(Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Lent Service 7:00pm

THURSDAY

Pastor @ Support Group/Eurkea 9am-2pm

Girl’s Lunch Out@ Mimi’s 11:30am

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SUNDAY

Communion 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Christ, Siloam Springs: Pray that the Lord continues to Connect people to Christ, and help us grow in our faith challenges, and Service to the King.

Church Ministry Team: Music Ministry Team: Take the Music Ministry and use all for Your glory, Lord. Please strengthen and preserve us to finish the season of Lent with our hearts and minds focused on You as we present our humble offering to You. Thank You for Your sacrifice, love and grace.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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March 5, 2017

March 2, 2017

March 5th, 2017

FEED MY SHEEP Is today. Food items or money donations are greatly appreciated to help those in need in our communities.

ATTENTION ALL YOUTH Today is SUNDAY FUNDAY !! Following Sunday study and Church, we will grab lunch and hit up the new Glow Golf at the Promenande Mall. Costs will be covered so don’t miss out!

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS next Sunday, March 12th. Don’t forget to spring forward and move your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night.

LENTEN SUPPER Join us this Wednesday, March 8th from 5:45-6:30pm for a meal before our Wednesday evening service. This week’s meal is soup and sandwiches and is sponsored by the Card group and the Fellowship Ministry team. All donations collected at the meal willbe given to the Women’s Shelter. Church members will be using their Thrivent action teams to cover the cost of some of the meals.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "A Savior Who Fights For You!”

Speaker: Dr. Gregory Seltz

Satan is a bully, but Jesus is the Savior who fights for you.

(Matthew 4:1-11)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

WORK DAY COMING Mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 1. The Journeymen and Trustees are joining forces for a work day here at the church. There are many jobs including landscape work and painting. Lunch will be provided.

STUCK IN THE SEQUEL EVENT FOR YOUTH Will be happening this Saturday the 11th from 9am-9pm. Last year Jesse Carey, a writer and podcaster for Relevant magazine, watched Nicolas Cage movies for 24 hours straight, all for charity. This year Holy Trinity Youth up the ante to support SNACK PACK, a program of Samaritan Center. While Cage movies is impressive we are going to face a real challenge; direct to home Disney sequels for 12 straight hours. You can support us by checking out the Church website for a link to our live stream of the event and donate to the charity, you can stop in and encourage us as we suffer through and maybe watch some with us; and you can donate on Sundays throught the plate. Snack pack provides food to children who get very little food over the weekend. Help us support this great ministry.

ADDITIONAL READERSAND VIDEO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED For Sunday Services. We need help with reading in the 8:00am services and video help in both services. If you are interested please contact the Church office. Thank you for your considering to help out.

LIFE QUOTES “We are carved in the palm of his Hand, and the unborn child has been carved in the Hand of God from conception.” Mother Teresa

*A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life*

If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

TRIP TO ISRAEL Have you had the desire to go to the Holy Land? A trip is being put together by Pam Pickett to go to Israel! The details are not all set but we will be going March 20th-29th, 2018 for 9 days plus/minus travel days. I am in the planning stages so the exact itinerary is not set but all of the major sites will be included. I know the first question you will have is, what is the cost? An estimate at this time is $3,500 per person. This will include, airfare, ground transportation, hotels (4 star hotels), food, site fees, tips – everything except travel insurance and personal shopping purchases. If this number changes it will go down, not up. For example, the larger the group the cheaper the price. If you are interested in going on the trip please let me know. I am gathering a list of people who have interest in order to work with the tour company to finalize prices. I would like to keep this to about 20 people. This will be a teaching tour, at each site we will tie in everything we see to the Bible. My goal is to deepen your personal relationship with God, by coming closer through the land and people of Israel. Thank you, Pam Pickett pamsue27@gmail.com479-601-2550.

God’s Math

The best mathematical equation I have ever seen: 1 cross + 3 nails = 4 given

That’s the whole gospel message simply stated.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

This is written for our comfort, that we may know that many angels minister also to us, where one devil attacks us; if we fight with a knightly spirit and firmly stand, God will not let us suffer want, the angels of heaven would sooner appear and be our bakers, waiters, and cooks and minister to all wants(Church Postils, invocabit)

LUTHERAN CAMP AT PETIT JEAN ANNOUNCEMENTS :

1. Annual Spring work weekend will be March 24th-26th. Volunteers are needed to do all kinds of clean up and sprucing up. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Meals and lodging are free. Contact camp director at if interested in helping out.

2. The second annual Women’s retreat is scheduled for May 19th-20th. For details or to register, visit the Lutheran Camp website @ lutherancamp.org.

3. Mature high school students who desire to serve God by serving others are encouraged to consider Applying to become counselors-in-training at the camp. CIT’s will assist cabin counselors and other staff during camp sessions of younger campers. To learn more or request an application please email director@lutherancamp.org

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Mar.5th-Mar. 12th, 2017

TODAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

YOUTH FUNDAY SUNDAY

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

Elder’s Meeting 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study 2:00pm

Education Meeting 5:30pm

Outreach (Library) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

Lent Service 10:00am

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Lent Supper 5:45pm

ESL(Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Lent Service 7:00pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

YOUTH STUCK IN THE SEQUEL 9am-9pm

SUNDAY-DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS

Worship 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Holy Trinity, Rogers: Pray that God will guide our long-range planning process as we explore ways to SPREAD God’s Grace, GROW in Christ, and CARE for others.

Church Ministry Team: Hispanic Ministry Team: Pray that God would draw the people He chooses, both students and teachers, to this ministry and that it would continue to be fruitful.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy

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February 26, 2017

February 23, 2017

FEBRUARY 26th, 2017

FEED MY SHEEP Is next Sunday, March 5th. Food items or money donations are greatly appreciated to help those in need in our communities.

LENT BEGINS THIS WEEK WITH ASH WEDNESDAY The theme for our special Lenten services this year is “The Parables of Lent.” Each week we will be looking at one of Jesus’ parables to see Him and His Passion. This Wednesday we start with the Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector from Luke 18:9-14. Our services will be at 10 AM and 7 PM each week. There will be a Lenten Supper each week to support a local ministry. This week our Ash Wednesday service will feature the Imposition of Ashes for those desiring ashes and the Lord’s Supper.

PINOCHLE Is scheduled for this Friday, March 3rd beginning at 6:30pm. Come join in on the fun, food and great fellowship !! New players are always welcome.

ATTENTION ALL YOUTH March 5th is SUNDAY FUNDAY !! Invite your friends to Sunday study and Church, from there we will grab lunch and hit up the new Glow Golf at the Promenande Mall. Costs will be covered so bring as many friends as you like !!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "Guilt’s Gone!”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus

A guilty conscience accuses; a forgiving Savior brings peace to troubled hearts. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

WORK DAY COMING Mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 1. The Journeymen and Trustees are joining forces for a work day here at the church. There are many jobs including landscape work and painting. Lunch will be provided.

ADDITIONAL READERSAND VIDEO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED For Sunday Services. We need help with reading in the 8:00am services and video help in both services. If you are interested please contact the Church office. Thank you for your consideration in helping out.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

As if he said, Look into my heart and see that I do all willingly, freely, and cheerfully, in order that it may not terrify nor shock you when you shall now soon see how I must suffer. (Church Postils, Quinquagesima)

LIFE QUOTES “Yes even in the eye of the storm when everything seems turned on its head, we can live L.I.F.E. (Live in Faith Everyday).”

Lynette Auch, President of Lutherans For Life-*A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life* If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

LENTEN DAYS

In meditation, prayer and praise

I celebrate my Lenten Days

In preparation to arise

When dawn first lights the Easter skies.

Dear Lord, in this quiet hour,

Give me Your strength, Your love, Your power,

Then, I, too shall be reborn

Renewed, refreshed, on Easter morn!

-- Florence A. Hawn

LUTHERAN CAMP AT PETIT JEAN ANNOUNCEMENTS :

1. Take advantage of a FREE night of lodging in our cozy family cabin . Cabin accomodates a family of five and has its own kitchenette. Any night when events aren’t happening is open. Call to check available dates @ 501-652-6304.

2. Annual Spring work weekend will be March 24th-26th. Volunteers are needed to do all kinds of clean up and sprucing up. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Meals and lodging are free. Volunteers staying either Friday or Saturday night can also enjoy a campfire with singing and smore’s. Contact camp director at director@lutherancamp.org if interested in helping out.

3. The second annual Women’s retreat is scheduled for May 19th-20th. For details or to register, visit the Lutheran Camp website @ lutherancamp.org.

4. Mature high school students who desire to serve God by serving others are encouraged to consider applying to become counselors-in-training at the camp. CIT’s will assist cabin counselors and other staff during camp sessions of younger campers. To learn more or request an application please email director@lutherancamp.org

COWBOY IN CHURCH

One Sunday morning an old cowboy entered a church just before services were to begin. Although the old man and his clothes were spotlessly clean, he wore jeans, a denim shirt and boots that were very worn and ragged. In his hand he carried a worn out old hat and an equally worn out Bible.

The church he entered was in a very upscale and exclusive part of the city. It was the largest and most beautiful church the old cowboy had ever seen. The people of the congregation were all dressed with expensive clothes and accessories. As the cowboy took a seat, the others moved away from him. No one greeted, spoke to, or welcomed him. They were all appalled at his appearance and did not attempt to hide it.

As the old cowboy was leaving the church, the preacher approached him and asked the cowboy to do him a favor. ' Before you come back in here again, have a talk with God and ask him what he thinks would be appropriate attire for worship.'

The old cowboy assured the preacher he would. The next Sunday, he showed back up for the services wearing the same ragged jeans, shirt, boots, and hat. Once again he was completely shunned and ignored. The preacher approached the man and said, 'I thought I asked you to speak to God before you came back to our church.' 'I did,' replied the old cowboy.

'If you spoke to God, what did he tell you the proper attire should be for worshiping in here?' asked the preacher. 'Well, sir, God told me that He didn't have a clue what I should wear. He said He'd never been in this church before.'

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Feb. 26th-Mar.5th, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY-ASH WEDNESDAY

Communion Service 10:00am

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Lent Supper 5:45pm

ESL(Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Communion Service 7:00pm

THURSDAY

Youth Ministry Team Mtg. 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

Cards 6:30pm

SUNDAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

YOUTH SUNDAY FUNDAY

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church:

Messiah, Pea Ridge: Pray for the Lord’s blessings in all of our ministries.

Church Ministry Team:

Financial Stewardship Ministry Team: Pray for strength, guidance, and wisdom over each team member as they serve during the 2017 year.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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February 19, 2017

February 21, 2017

FEBRUARY 19th, 2017

WHERE’S PASTOR BESEL? Pastor and Shirley Besel are in Texas this weekend as they celebrate the third birthday of their grandson Conner. They will be returning Monday evening. If you are in need of Pastoral care, please contact Pastor Bernthal.

SPECIAL THANK YOU To the volunteers who served at Helping Hands yesterday. Helping Hands is very appreciative and grateful for your help !

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

Where this word is not, there is no salvation, and great works or holy lives avail nothing, for with this, that he says, “they shall be saved,” since they have not the Word; he forcibly shows enough, that not their works but their faith in the Word alone save. (Church Postils, Sexagesima)

ALTAR FLOWERS If you have signed up to place flowers on the altar any given Sunday you are welcome to take them home with you after the late service. Otherwise members may come by and pick them up on Monday and possibly use at a grave site, take to a shut-in, take to someone in the hospital, etc. After Mondays flowers are thrown away and we would like for them to go to a good cause if someone has a need for them as the bouquets are always pretty for several days after Sunday.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "Love Your Enemies-Jesus Does!” Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

God calls us to love and forgive our enemies the way He loves and forgives us. (Matthew 5:38-48)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

WORK DAY COMING Mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 1. The Journeymen and Trustees are joining forces for a work day here at the church. There are many jobs including landscape work and painting.

LUTHERAN CAMP ON PETIT JEAN Is looking for an experienced school cafeteria cook to run the kitchen during summer camp. This is for the months of June and July. It works best if the cook stays on site, but they would consider someone who commutes. The camp can provide housing apart from the youth cabins. Most sessions run Sunday afternoon through Friday afternoon, or from Sunday supper through Friday lunch. The cook will have two college-age assistants. This is a good opportunity for someone who is not working in the summer and looking for a way to serve God by serving His children. If you know of anyone who fits the bill contact David Cox at director@lutherancamp.org

if interested in this position.

LIFE QUOTES “Why do we speak up for those in the womb who cannot speak? Because they are created, redeemed, and little ones whom God wants to call.”

Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, former Executive Director of LutheranLutherans For Life-

*A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life* If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

TO THINK ABOUT … “Ever since the days of Adam, man has been hiding from God and saying, ‘God is hard to find.” - Fulton Sheen (Catholic Bishop, 1895-1979)

I Am MY Church

My church is composed of people like me.

We make it what it is.

It will be friendly, if I am.

Its pews will be filled, if I help fill them.

It will do great work, if I work.

It will make generous gifts to many causes,

if I am a generous giver.

It will bring other people into its worship and

fellowship, if I bring them.

It will be a church of loyalty and love, of

fearlessness and faith, and a church with a

noble spirit, if I, who makes it what it is,

am filled with these traits.

Therefore, with the help of God,

I shall dedicate myself to the task of being

all the things I want my church to be.

-- Unknown

A “Bill of Rights” for the Church

What might a church body assume are the rights of each church member? Here are a few suggestions:

1. The right to be a full participant in the worship and activities of the congregation.

2. The right to expect safety and respect in the church.

3. The right to help decide the goals and mission of the church.

4. The right to decide one’s own stewardship – time, talents and resources – without coercion.

5. The right to know the contents of every church document and every decision of church leaders.

6. The right to know about all the financial matters of the church, including the budget, any savings accounts, church debts, salaries, church endowment funds, and any other special funds.

7. The right to have private personal matters kept private. Any confidential matters and all conversations with the pastor are kept strictly undisclosed.

8. The right to receive the ministries of the church when needed. During illness, bereavement, personal anguish, family disorders and other problems there should be support and guidance.

9. The right to have your family members educated in the Bible, Christian theology, and ethics.

10. The right to share one’s gifts and graces as part of the choir, musical groups, and other groups and ministries within the congregation.

(adapted from the Newsletter Newsletter)

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Feb. 19th-26th, 2017

TODAY

Communion 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

Pastor Besel on Vacation thru Monday

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Circuit Pastor’s Mtg. at Bella Vista 9am-2:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

ESL(Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin & Clarion 1:00pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church:

Faith, Bentonville: Pray that God would guide and bless the call process during their vacancy.

Church Ministry Team:

Youth Ministry Team: Pray that God would bless the “Stuck in the Sequel” fundraiser for Snack Packs on March 11.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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FEBRUARY 12th, 2017

FEED MY SHEEP We appreciate all of the generosity that has been shown each month towards the pantry and helping those in need in our communities. Thank you so much for your donations this past Sunday!

GIRLS LUNCH OUT Will be held this coming Thursday, February 16th @ Olive Garden. Sign up sheet in Narthex. Come join us for some great fellowship and food !

CHOIR AND PRAISE GROUP REHEARSAL Will NOT be practicing this Wednesday, the 15th. Our next scheduled rehearsal will be the 22nd.

SPECIAL THANK YOU to everyone for the cards and prayers during my Mom’s illness and passing. ~Lana Moeller and Family~

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

So the substance of this Gospel is that no mortal is so high, nor will ever ascend so high, who will not have occasion to fear that he may become the very lowest. On the other hand, no mortal lies so low or can fall so low, to whom the hope is not extended, that he may become the highest. Here all human merit is abolished and God’s goodness alone is praised.

(Church Postils, Septuagesima)

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "Here’s To Life!”.

Speaker: Dr. Gregory Seltz.

Even as the world becomes a meaner, angrier place, God calls us to share His life with others.

(Deuteronomy 30:15-20)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

HELPING HANDS Volunteer day for Holy Trinity is scheduled for this coming Saturday, February 18th. It’s not to late to sign up to volunteer. If you can help out the sign up sheet is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex.

LUTHERAN CAMP ON PETIT JEAN

Is looking for an experienced school cafeteria cook to run the kitchen during summer camp. This is for the months of June and July. It works best if the cook stays on site, but they would consider someone who commutes. The camp can provide housing apart from the youth cabins. Most sessions run Sunday afternoon through Friday afternoon, or from Sunday supper through Friday lunch. The cook will have two college-age assistants. This is a good opportunity for someone who is not working in the summer and looking for a way to serve God by serving His children. If you know of anyone who fits the bill please cotact David Cox-Lutheran Camp director @

LIFE QUOTES “What dwells and develops in pregnant wombs is no clump of cells, product of conception, parasite, piece of mother;s body, or potential anything. This little one is a full-fledged human being, made in the image of God and saved by the incarnationof Jesus Christ, to whom the Holy Spirit shows grace and in whom He creates faith. She is our neighbor and, God willing, His beloved child-a dear sister to us.”

Rev. Micheal W. Salemink, Executive Director of Lutherans For Life

*A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life*

If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

As Valentines’ Day passes this year, we felt the following Resolutions might be appropriate in reaffirming your love for your special Valentine.

Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Couples

In an article appearing in Associated Content, Sally Albright suggests that the new year is a good time for couples to be reminded of some simple but powerful ways to strengthen their relationships. To that end, she presents her Top Ten New Year's Resolutions for Couples:

#10: Exercise TogetherExercising together as a couple can make getting more exercise fun, and you and your spouse can truly have a "healthy" relationship.

#9: Cook TogetherCooking dinner together is a great way to spend time together.

#8: Play Games TogetherTake the time to have some fun with your spouse by playing games together — especially in the colder winter months.

#7: The Little ThingsSometimes, it's the littlest of things that really matter. Something as simple as setting the coffee machine to brew in the morning or opening the car door for your spouse can really show how much you care.

#6: Get RomanticThe types of romantic gestures you do really depends on what your spouse considers to be romantic, whether it be bouquets of flowers or cuddling together and watching a football game on TV.

#5: ListeningTruly listen. Keep in mind that your spouse isn't always in search for answers and may not want to receive advice. They just want your ears all to themselves.

#4: Fewer ArgumentsMake a New Year's resolution to argue less. Pick your battles wisely. Most importantly, learn to compromise.

#3: ComplimentsTaking the time to compliment your spouse shows them that you do still love them, you appreciate them, and you still find them attractive. Surprise your loved one with compliments during appropriate times, such as when they dress up for a dinner out, do a job well done, or the way they handled your child's misbehavior.

#2: DatesA little alone time with your spouse can be all that you need to feel reconnected with them. Having a special date night at the end of the week can give you and your loved one something to look forward to.

#1: Saying I Love YouSay it often, say it with meaning. A simple I Love You can melt someone's heart.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

Feb. 12th-19th, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Council Packet Information Due 12:00pm

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Council Mtg. 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

March Clarion Information Due12:00pm

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

ESL(Classroom 2) 6:30pm

THURSDAY

Pastor @ Support Group/Eureka 9am-2:00pm

Girls Lunch Out/Olive Garden 11:30am

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Helping Hands Volunteer Day 8:00am-4:00pm

Pastor on vacation thru Monday

SUNDAY

Communion 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Peace, Prairie Grove: Pray for the Lord’s leadership through their vacancy.

Church Ministry Team: Fellowship Ministry Team: Thanks are given for the prayers from the members of Holy Trinity that lend continued support and love for our fellowship. As in, 1 Corinthians 13:14, May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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January 29, 2017

January 25, 2017

January 29th, 2017

DIRECTORY UPDATE REMINDER Please submit your form to be included in the 2017 Church directory. Forms need to be mailed in or can be brought to the Church office by February 3rd. If you need a form there are extra copies available on the giving center counter. Thank you for your help in getting our new directory together.

PINOCHLE: We will play cards this Friday, February 3. Bring another couple or friend and plan on a fun night . Oh, yes bring a treat to pass and a drink if you don't care for coffee, water or lemonade to go along with your snack. Setting up will begin at 6 pm & play begins at 6:30 pm.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

For it is the great characteristic and power of faith to see what is not visible, and to not see what is visible. Therefore God bestows faith to the end that it should deal not with ordinary things, but with things no human being can master, as death, as sin, the world, and Satan. (Church Postils, Ephihany 4)

FEED MY SHEEPIs scheduled for next Sunday February 5th. We appreciate all of the generosity that has been shown each month towards the pantry and helping those in need in our communities.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "Our Foolishness, His Faithfulness”. Speaker: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus. Many consider Christ’s cross to be just so much foolishness. That is the worst foolishness of all.

(1 Corinthians 1:18-31)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer

is leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

ALTAR FLOWERS There are still several Sundays open if you would like to sponsor flowers for our altar. The cost is $60 for both bouquets or $ 30 for one. This cost includes tax. Please sign up on the flower chart in the hallway near the restrooms. We then ask you to put the money in the offering – marking it “altar flowers.”

MISSION U Has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 11th at Holy Trinity from 9:00am-2:00pm. This free seminar is entitled “’Equipping To Share: Tough Questions.” Participants will learn how to classify, identify, and get to the root of tough questions and objections to Christianity, and practice giving sensitive and relevant answers that point to the Savior, suing messages of “Law” and “Gospel” as appropriate. Lunch will be provided. Childcare is available with prior arrangement. Call the Church office to register or sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex. In order to get lunches ordered, we ask that you contact the Church office no later than Tuesday, February 7th.

SR. HIGH linkT RETREAT Will be held February 10th-12th @ Camp Petit Jean. It is going to be an awesome Jesus filled weekend. Weekend speaker will be Dr. Jacob Youman and the theme will be “CREATE”. (Ephesians 2:10) Please pray for all those attending.

LIFE QUOTES “Our unyielding belief that ‘every single life matters’ means that pro-lifers are immune to the eugenics temptation which rears its ugly head in many guises and which is always on the prowl for more victims. Why do you matter, I matter, we all matter ? Just….because…we…are.”

Dave Andrusko, National Right to Life-A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life- If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

HELPING HANDS February 18th is our next scheduled date for Holy Trinity to volunteer at Helping Hands. If you can help out the sign up sheet is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex.

+ + + IN MEMORIAM + + +

Robert (Bob) Walter Beck was born on April 22, 1930 to Walter and Edith Beck in Hinton, Iowa. He was reborn through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism on June 8 of the same year at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hinton. He reaffirmed his Christian faith through the Rite of Confirmation at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sioux City, Iowa on December 14, 1952. On November 22, 1960, he was united to Eva Jean LaSeur in Holy Matrimony at Berdesford, South Dakota. Bob worked as a machinist for Bystrom Brothers in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After 37 cold winters in Minnesota, he retired and brought his bride to their dream home in Garfield, Arkansas. He was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and a member of FOE. Upon retirement he enjoyed sharing his train set with great-grandchildren creating things from wood and clothespins. Bob loved animals and spent evenings enjoying the hummingbirds and feeding “Foxy” off the back deck. He always had a joke ready to make you laugh. His love for family and friends will be cherished and missed. Bob Beck died on January 20, 2017 at the Circle of Life Hospice Home in Bentonville, Arkansas at the age of 86 years, 8 months, and 29 days. He was preceded in death by his parents, by his sister Dolores, and by his brothers Ronald and Larry. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Eva Jean of Garfield; by his son Ed and his wife Anne; by his grandchildren, Zachariah and his wife Vanessa, Yancey and his wife Michelle, Amy, Ashley and her husband Josh; and by nine great-grandchildren, Lucy, Franky, Theresa, Owen, Bryce, Noah, Jackson and Sarah. His body was laid to rest in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection of the body and life everlasting this last Monday at Benton Country Memorial Park in Rogers.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

January 29th-Feb. 5th, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Youth Basketball Practice/Life Ctr. 6:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Youth Ministry Team Meeting 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

Cards 6:30pm

SUNDAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: St. John, Fayetteville: Pray that God would guide the outreach of the congregation and the assimilation of new members.

Church Ministry Team: Education Ministry Team: Pray that we may grow together as a new team and encourage the leaders of our children to be positive influences and role models for them.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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January 19, 2017

January 22nd, 2017

DIRECTORY UPDATE REMINDER Please submit your form to be included in the 2017 Church directory. Forms need to be mailed in or can be brought to the Church office by February 3rd. Thank you for your help in getting our new directory together.

CHURCH LOCK-UP REMINDERPlease make sure all doors including garage doors are shut, locked, and secure if you are the last person leaving the building or the shed. We have had a few incidents lately to where doors have been left unlocked all night on the premises. Also, please turn off lights. We have found the lights on in the shed when no one had been in there for more than a week. It is your offering that pays for the light bill. We appreciate your assistance in making sure the facilities are kept secure overnight and that we are good stewards of your offerings. Thank you.

PORTALS OF PRAYER Make sure you pick up the new Portals of Prayer for January. They are available in the Narthex. Feel free to share them with other people.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK

No, just because he feels his impurity and unworthiness, he approaches all the more and looks only upon the goodness of Christ. This is true faith, a living confidence in the goodness of God. (Church Postils, Ephihany 3)

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "The Word of the Cross-Power for Life”. Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz. To the world, Jesus seemed to be a loser. He suffered what all would consider defeat in order to win new life for you. (1 Corinthians 1:10-18)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer and

Duane Wright are leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

ALTAR FLOWERS There are still several Sundays open if you would like to sponsor flowers for our altar. The cost is $60 for both bouquets or $ 30 for one. This cost includes tax. Please write your name and the reason for the flowers (including dates), if you have one, on the flower chart in the hallway near the restrooms. We then ask you to put the money in the offering around the time you have signed up for – marking it for the altar flowers.

MISSION U has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 11th at Holy Trinity from 9:00am-2:00pm. This free seminar is entitled “’Equipping To Share: Tough Questions.” Participants will learn how to classify, identify, and get to the root of tough questions and objections to Christianity, and practice giving sensitive and relevant answers that point to the Savior, suing messages of “Law” and “Gospel” as appropriate. Lunch will be provided. Childcare is available with prior arrangement. Call the Church office to register or sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex. In order to get lunches ordered, we ask that you contact the Church office no later than Tuesday, February 7th.

LIFE QUOTES “If unborn children are to be protected from death by abortion; if newborn handicapped children are to be protected from death by infanticide; if the elderly, the ‘non-productive,’ the dependent are to be protected by euthanasia; and if the sanctity of life is to be affirmed and protected, then our voice is essential.”

Dr. Jean Garton, former president of Lutherans For Life.-A Life Quote from Lutheran For Life- If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

Windshield Wiper and a Child

From the mouths of babes. It's all so clear to them. Driving in the rain will never be quite the same.........

One rainy afternoon I was driving along one of the main streets of town, taking those extra precautions necessary when the roads are wet and slick. Suddenly, my son Matthew spoke up from his relaxed position in he front seat. “Mom, I'm thinking of something.” This announcement usually meant he had been pondering some fact for a while and was now ready to expound all that his seven-year-old mind had discovered. I was eager to hear. “What are you thinking?” I asked. “The rain,” he began, “is like sin and the windshield wipers are like God, wiping our sins away.”

After the chill bumps raced up my arms I was able to respond. “That's really good, Matthew.” Then my curiosity broke in. How far would this little boy take this revelation? So I asked... “Do you notice how the rain keeps on coming? What does that tell you?” Matthew didn't hesitate one moment with his answer: “We keep on sinning, and God just keeps on forgiving us.”

Who can drive in the rain again without thinking of this???

YOUR FACE CAN WITNESS

A church paper reported a study from a woman who visited eighteen churches on successive Sundays. She walked up and down the aisle and visited with people after each service. She rated each parish on the following scale:

10 — for a smile from a worshiper

10 — for a greeting from someone sitting nearby

100 — for an exchange of names

200 — for an invitation to coffee or dinner

200 — for an invitation to return

1000 — for an introduction to another worshiper

2000 — for an invitation to meet the pastor

On this scale, all eighteen churches earned fewer than 100 points! The “researcher” concludes: “The preaching may be Biblical, the singing inspirational, the sermon uplifting, but when the visitor finds no one who cares whether or not she is there, she is not likely to come back.”

Go ahead and smile! Show people that you (and your face) know about the love and peace of Christ Jesus!

William Arthur Ward, Quote Magazine

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

January 22nd- 29th, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Youth Basketball Practice/Life Ctr. 6:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Education Meeting 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin & Clarion 1:00pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: First Living Savior, Bethel Heights: Pray that God would guide the outreach of the congregation and the assimilation of new members.

Church Ministry Team: Trustees Team: Prayers for all of the Church projects that are proposed and that we would be blessed by them and have talented people to help with each of them so we will be instrumental in helping God’s plan for our Church.

Also we are asking prayers for our fellow trustee Bob Bauer for strength and healing.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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January 15, 2017

January 15th, 2017

UNITY SUNDAY Following our worship service this morning, we invite you to join us in the Life Center for an HTY (Holy Trinity Youth) Café and Voters’ meeting. The Youth will be serving up a build your own taco/fajita/salad bar. It will have Salsa, Cheese Dip, chicken, beef, lettuce, tomato’s and on and on! As an option there will be Chicken Tortilla Soup and of course the usual burgers and nuggets. There will be a free-will offering to support the Youth activities here at Holy Trintiy.

Besides year end reports, the church council is recommending to the Voters that we enter into a one-year agreement with Camp War Eagle for them to hold five 2-week camps at our facilities this summer. The council is also recommending to the Voters that we spend up to $5,000 from the General Fund (non-budgeted) to upgrade televisions in the narthex, cry room and Sunday School rooms along with carts, cameras, DVD’s as needed.

We encourage you to join us after church today.

THANK YOU To those who participated in the annual cookie walk held last Sunday and to those who made cookies for the event. A total of $295.00 was raised. Funds will go to support our Food Pantry.

PORTALS OF PRAYER Make sure you pick up the new Portals of Prayer for January. They are available in the Narthex. Feel free to share them with other people.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "Looking for God? Look to the Lamb”. Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz. Jesus’ love, suffering, sacrifice, and triumph are all expressed in that most precious of titles: THE LAMB OF GOD. (John 1:29-42)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer and

Duane Wright are leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am – Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Room 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

2017 OFFFERING ENVELOPES are located on the Giving center counter. Please stop by and pick them up. Call the Church office if you do not have one.

LUTHER QUOTE FOR THE WEEK In this Gospel you see the mother of Christ directly the servants away from herself and unto Christ, telling them “Whatever he says to you, do it.” To this word alone you must direct everyone, if you would direct aright; so that this word of Mary is and ought be, a daily saying in Christendom, destroying all doctrines of men and women and everything not really Christ’s Word. ( Church Postils, Epiphany 2)

GIRLS LUNCH OUT Is scheduled for this Thursday the 19th at the Atlanta Bread Company beginning at 11:30 am. Please sign up on bulletin board and come join us for great food, fellowship and lots of fun!

MISSION U has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 11th at Holy Trinity from 9:00am-2:00pm. This free seminar is entitled “’Equipping To Share: Tough Questions.” Participants will learn how to classify, identify, and get to the root of tough questions and objections to Christianity, and practice giving sensitive and relevant answers that point to the Savior, suing messages of “Law” and “Gospel” as appropriate. Lunch will be provided. Childcare is available with prior arrangement. Call the Church office to register or sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex. In order to get lunches ordered, we ask that you contact the Church office no later than Tuesday, February 7th.

LIFE QUOTES “Every life has value because every life is someone created by God, redemmed by the blood of Jesus, and someone He either has called or wants to call into an eternal relationship with Him. It doesn’t have to be complicated! Amen.”

Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, former executive director of Lutherans For Life. If you want to support this ministry, you may do so through their web site: www.lutheransforlife.org

ALTAR FLOWERS There are still several Sundays open if you would like to sponsor flowers for our altar. The cost is $60 for both bouquets or $ 30 for one. This cost includes tax. Please write your name and the reason for the flowers (including dates), if you have one, on the flower chart in the hallway near the restrooms. We then ask you to put the money in the offering around the time you have signed up for – marking it for the altar flowers.

Determining Life Spans

God created the mule, and told him "You will be mule, working constantly from dusk to dawn, carrying heavy loads on your back. You will eat grass and lack intelligence. You will live for 50 years. The mule answered, "To live like this for 50 years is too much.

Please, give me no more than 20." And so it was so.

Then God created the dog and told him, "You will hold vigilance over the dwellings of Man, to whom you will be his greatest companion. You will eat his table scraps and live for 25 years." And the dog responded, "Lord, to live 25 years as a dog like that is too much. Please, no more than 10 years." And so it was so.

God then created the monkey and told him, "You are monkey. You shall swing from tree to tree, acting like an idiot. You will be funny, and you shall live for 20 years." And the Monkey responded, "Lord to live for 20 years as the clown of the world is too much. Please, Lord, give me no more than 10 years." And it was so.

Finally, God created Man and told him, "You are Man, the only rational being that walks the earth. You will use your intelligence to have mastery over the creatures of the world. You will dominate the earth and live for 20 years." An the man responded, "Lord, to be Man for only 20 years is too little. Please, Lord, give me the 20 years the mule refused, then the 15 years the dog refused, and the 10 years the monkey rejected." And it was so.

And so God made Man to live 20 years as a man, then marry and live 20 years like a mule working and carrying heavy loads on his back. Then he is to have children and live 15 years as a dog, guarding his house and eating the leftovers after they empty the pantry; then in his old age, to live 10 years as a monkey, acting like an idiot to amuse his grandchildren. And it is so.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

January 15th- 22nd, 2017

TODAY-UNITY SUNDAY

Bible Classes/Sunday School 8:45am

Handbell Choir 8:45am

Worship/Communion 10:00am

Voter’s Mtg. & HTY Café 11:30am

MONDAY

Pastor @ Prayer Retreat/Petit Jean

(Monday Thru Wednesday the 18th)

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study 2:00pm

Youth Basketball Practice/Life Ctr. 6:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

No Confirmation

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Pastor @ Support Group/Eureka 9-2:00pm

Girls Lunch Out/Atlanta Bread 11:30am

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Study/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: First Lutheran, Harrison, Pray for the spirit to flow through the hearts of God’s people as they reach out to others with the love of Christ. Pray the Spirit opens hearts to hear and believe this message of forgiveness and life in our Savior.

Church Ministry Team: Elder Ministry Team: ????

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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January 8, 2017

January 8th, 2017

THE INSTALLATION OF 2017 OFFICERS AND LEADERS is being held in both services today. A listing is in the bulletin. Please keep them in your prayers throughout this year.

LEADERS RETREAT Our annual leaders retreat will be held this Saturday, the 14th, from 8:30am-12:30pm in Classroom 1 for all our 2017 leaders. Please let Pastor Besel or the church office know if you are not able to attend.

FEED MY SHEEP Thank you to everyone who gave food items or money donations to our pantry. Your generosity is very much appreciated !!

2017 OFFFERING ENVELOPES are located on the Giving center counter. Please stop by and pick them up. Call the Church office if you do not have one.

PORTALS OF PRAYER Make sure you pick up the new Portals of Prayer for January. They are available in the Narthex. Feel free to share them with other people.

YOUTH SKI TRIPSign-Up Deadline is this Tuesday the 10th.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR

Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM. "God’s Real Promise of Righteousness and Justice”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

Jesus brings us righteousness and justice to restore bruised reeds and reignite faintly burning wicks. (Isaiah 42:1-9)

HOLY TRINITY BIBLE STUDIES

Sunday

9:30-10:30am – Pam Pickett is leading

Study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am – Dave Lehenbauer and

Duane Wright are leading a study in Prayer in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am – Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Room 6.

9:30-10:30am – Women’s Bible Study entitled Believing God.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at

2:00pm.

Rotating Hostesses: Herb &

Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores

Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led

By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

THE WOMENS BIBLE STUDY Is beginning a new study by Beth Moore entitled “Believing God” starting todayfrom 9:30-10:30am. Workbooks are available at Lifeway Book stores.

SPECIAL THANK YOU From Omar Kauffeld for all the cards and food that he was given while he was recovering from his surgery.

ANNUAL COOKIE WALK Is being held today until Noon. There will be a free will offering and funds go to the HTLC food pantry.

LUTHER QUOTE “Nor does he send trial upon you in order to cast you off, but that you may the better learn to know and the more closely cling to his Word, that you may experience how earnestly and faithfully he cares for you.” ( Church Postils, Epiphany 2)

GIRLS LUNCH OUTOur next luncheon is scheduled for January 19th at 11:30am at the Atlanta Bread Company. Sign up sheet on bulletin board in Narthex. Come join us for food, fun, and fellowship!

LIFE QUOTES “So microscopic zygotes and embryos may not resemble adult human beings. They may not yet carry out any recognizably human activities. Nevertheless, scientific observations define them as nothing other than human lives, worthy of the same respect the Scriptures assign us all. They look and act exactly like a human being ought to in these beginning stages of her growth.”

Rev. Michael W. Salemink, Executive Director of Lutherans For Life.

* A Life Quote From Lutherans For Life *

USED FLOWER VASES If you have any flower vases not being used in your home please bring and place in a box located on the Garden table. A local flower shop can use these vases and one of our Church members will be picking up the vases and delivering to the shop. Donations will be accepted for the next two Sundays.

What Not to Take into the New Year

Self-Help Books – Trust in God first. Don’t turn to Him as a last resort(Proverbs 3:5, 6)

Tape Measure – Consider only God’s standards. Don’t compare yourself to other people(Luke 18:9-14)

Rearview Mirror – Don’t live in the past. You’ll miss out on what God is doing in your life now(Philippians 3:12-14)

Gavel – Stop wasting time judging others. Instead, pray for them, help them, and team with them) Luke 6:37, 38)

Life Vest – Don’t be overly cautious spiritually. Peter experienced Jesus in a real way because he dared to step out of the boat(Matthew 14:22-33)

Garage-Door Opener – We think we’re networked but often isolate ourselves. God intended for us to live in community with one another(Hebrews 10:23-25)

Handcuffs – Don’t offer excuses about why you can’t help out. God can do amazing things through – and despite – us. Just follow Him, with no excuses(Mark 6:35-44)

n Gregg McCaslin

ONE SOLITARY LIFE

He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in still another village, where He worked in a carpenter shop until He was thirty. Then for three years He was an itinerant preacher. He never wrote a book. He never held an office. He never had a family or owned a house. He didn't go to college. He never visited a big city.

He never traveled more than two hundred miles from the place where He was born. He did none of the things one usually associates with greatness. He had no credentials but Himself. He was only thirty-three when the tide of public opinion turned against Him. His friends ran away.

He was turned over to His enemies and went through the mockery of a trial. He was nailed to a cross between two thieves. While He was dying, His executioners gambled for His clothing, the only property He had on earth. After He died, He was laid in a borrowed grave through the pity of a friend.

Nineteen centuries have come and gone, and today He is the central figure of the human race and the leader of mankind's progress. All the armies that ever marched, all the navies that ever sailed, all the parliaments that ever sat, all the kings that ever reigned, put together, have not affected the life of man on this earth as much as that one solitary life.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

January 8th- 15th, 2017

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible Classes/Sunday School 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

Cookie Walk 8:00am-Noon

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

Council Packet Information Due Noon

Elders 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Sign-Up Deadline for Youth Ski Trip

Youth Basketball Practice/Life Ctr. 6:00pm

Council 6:30pm

Outreach(Library) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

News and Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation 4:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Clarion Information Due

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Leaders Retreat @ Church 8:30am-12:30pm

SUNDAY-UNITY SUNDAY

Bible Study/Sunday School 8:45am

Handbell Choir 8:45am

Worship & Communion 10:00am

Voter’s Meeting & HTY Café 11:30am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Bella Vista, Pray that we connect people to Jesus, Grow in Faith, and Serve our King.

Church Ministry Team: Music Ministry: Holy Father, You alone are worthy of all glory and honor and praise. Help us to turn our attention away from ourselves and back to You. May our deepest desire be to dwell in your Holy Presence and make Your glory known. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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November 13, 2016

November 13, 2016

UNITY SUNDAY NEXT WEEK Next Sunday is the last of our Unity Sundays for this year. Sunday School and Bible classes begin at 8:45am. We will have one communion service at 10:00 AM. Following the service, there will be a HTY Café and Voter’s meeting in the Life Center. Business is limited to the 2017 Budget and ratification of leaders.

MISSION U THIS SATURDAY Deb Erdmann will be here from Milwaukee to lead our final Mission U workshop. This workshop was postponed in July because a problem with her connecting flights. The theme is: Equipping to Share — Tough Questions. It is about how to respond to people who ask questions about the existence of God, why the Bible is true, etc. I have been told by several people that this is a great workshop. The congregation is covering the costs, including lunch. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex if you plan to attend.

FEED MY SHEEP Thank you for the generous donations of food and money this past Sunday. We are expecting a great number of visitors to the pantry in the month of November with the Thanksgiving Holiday so your generous donation of food or money will be greatly appreciated!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"The Day Of Hope Is Coming”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

There is hope when God acts in the midst of our helplessness.

(Malachi 4:1-6)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm Rotating Hostesses: Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh, Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen – Led By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

GIRLS LUNCH OUT this month will be on Thursday @ 11:30am @ Taste of Thai. Sign up sheet is on bulletin board in Narthex. Please join us for a great time!

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

The items are in and shoeboxes fill Cameron’s office. Now is the fun part, we turn it all into Christmas presents! Join us on November 16, 17, and 18 from 5:30-6:30pm as we wrap, fill, and carefully runner band all the shoeboxes for children around the world. We will have food and drinks for those who come throuhg the week. Then on Saturday, November 19th @ 1:00pm we will have the final packing party to finish it up! WE are going to need a lot of help getting all the shoeboxes ready and it is al;ways a lot of fun. Make sure to bring some pictures of your family to share with the children who receive the presents, if you so wish. And there is one last way you can help and it is important. Each box costs $7 to send overseas, which is a real deal when it comes to shipping. If you would please consider making an extra offering this month to help get these presents where they need need to go it will be appreciated. Make sure to mark it Operation Christmas Child. Talk to Cameron or visit www.holytrin.org/occ if you have any questions.

Do You Like to Have the Service on the Screen? Then we need your help. We need at least one other person to help put the service together with Powerpoint and Easy Worship (can be done at home). ALSO, we need more people to operate the computer duing church so the same people aren’t doing it every Sunday. If you can help please contact Pastor Besel about the details.

THANKSGIVING/CHRISTMAS BASKETS Will once again be offered to members of our congregation. We need your donations to make this a success ! Please bring in items typically used to prepare a Holiday dinner. Place items on the giving Center counter so we can keep those items separate from the Pantry donations.If you would like to RECEIVE A BASKET please contact the Church office by Friday, November 18th. We need to know if you would like a basket for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

ROGERS CHRISTMAS PARADE Will be held on December 2nd in downtown Rogers at 7:00pm. Holy Trinity will have a float again this year. The theme is “Woodland Christmas” We invite kids to ride on the float as Angels or Shepherds. (Costumes provided) We plan to decorate the folat on Sunday, Nov. 29th @at the Eisma’s from 2:00-5:00pm. If you would like to help or have questions please contact Nancy Eisma or Kelly Faust.

LIFE QUOTES “People do not like to face the fact that their soul will live on in eternity. We need time to be alone with God, to hear his Word, to read it everyday, and to pray to Him. This is where we get food for our soul. We need to sit as a fmaily and let God feed us with His Word, have our devotion, and pray together.”Rev. Homer Larsen, Christian Crusader radio program-*A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life* www.lutheransforlife.org

JOURNEYMEN !! Are you ready to get together this Fall? How about an evening together around a campfire? We will be hosting ADVENT BY BONFIRE again this year on December 3rd at the Sij ranch between Avoca and Garfield ( Same place as last year). We had a great time last year, andwould like to see more of you attend and love to see about 10 guests this year, so think about friends and neighbors to invite. C’Mon Guys –Let’s have a nite at the ranch. Sign up sheet in the Narthex.

FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY We would like to offer this 9 week course by Dave Ramsey here at Holy Trinity. Pastor Besel is looking for someone to lead the course. Also, let him know if this is something that would interst you. The Mid-South District is offering to reimburse the $93 cost for people completing the course in the near future.

2017 LUTHERAN ANNUAL Is now available for ordering. If you are interested in one you can order online @ cph.org/LutheranAnnual or contact cph @ 1-800-325-3040. Cost is $27.99 not including shipping. Please contact Church office with any questions.

BELLA VISTA LUTHERAN CHURCH Invites everyone to their JOY,JOY,JOY, concert on Dec. 11 @ 3:30pm. For more information see flyer in Narthex.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

November 13th-20th 2016

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Circuit Pastor’s @ Springdale 9am-2:00pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study Class 2:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Operation Christmas Child Packing 5:30pm

(Wed/Thur/Friday)

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Pastor @ Support In Eureka 9am-2:00pm

Girls Lunch Out @ Taste Of Thai 11:30am

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Mission U/Classroom 1 9am-2:00pm

Operation Christmas Child Packing 1:00pm

SUNDAY-UNITY SUNDAY

Bible/Sunday School Classes 8:45am

Handbell Choir 8:45am

Communion 10:00am

Voter’s Mtg/HTY Café 11:30am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Living Savior, Bethel Heights: Pay that God would guide the outreach of the congregation and the assimilation of new members.

Church Ministry Team: Outreach Ministry Team:

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped Last Sunday: Total ( 85 Early Service/???? Late Service

Those Who Shared Last Sunday: $12,615.01 ($650 Military Bible Sticks, $50 Thanksgiving/Christmas Baskets, $1000 Pantry Care, $121 Operation Christmas Child, $150 Jr. High Retreat, $40 Ronnie Willis Memorial, $677 Feed My Sheep)

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November 6, 2016

November 6, 2016

FEED MY SHEEP TODAY Thank you for helping our congregation show God’s grace to people who come to our pantry. We are expecting a great number of visitors to the pantry in the month of November with the Thanksgiving Holiday so your generous donation of food or money will be greatly appreciated!

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to all of those who volunteered at our Trunk or Treat. It was a great success and we could not have done this without you! Thanks!

LEAVE A LEGACY WORKSHOP Paul Reeves from the District Office and Lisa Reeves, a local estate planning attorney who belongs to Bella Vista Lutheran will be here this afternoon at 3:30 PM in Classroom 1.

REMINDER OF YOUTH PARENT MEETING TODAY after the 10:45 service.

REMINDER If you use the office workroom, please help us keep it organized by leaving it as you found it. If you leave the office staff a note, please remember to sign it so we can follow up with your question or concern. Thank you.

GIRLS LUNCH OUT this month will be on November 17th @ 11:30am @ Taste of Thai. Sign up sheet is on bulletin board in Narthex. Please join us for a great time!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"Do You Want This Blessing”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

Jesus came to bless you; He takes the initiative to reach out to broken lives with His love and help.

(Matthew 5:1-12)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm

Rotating Hostesses:

Herb & Shirley Bernthal,

Spike & Delores Hermes,

Joe & Barbara Raleigh,

Maxine Reihman, & Betty Jensen-Led By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

LinkT Retreat Will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th and a $50

deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

The items are in and shoeboxes fill Cameron’s office. Now is the fun part, we turn it all into Christmas presents! Join us on November 16, 17, and 18th from 5:30-6:30pm as we wrap, fill, and carefully runner band all the shoeboxes for children around the world. We will have food and drinks for those who come through the week. Then on Saturday, November 19th @ 1:00pm we will have the final packing party to finish it up! We are going to need a lot of help getting all the shoeboxes ready and it is always a lot of fun. Make sure to bring some pictures of your family to share with the children who receive the presents, if you so wish. And there is one last way you can help and it is important. Each box costs $7 to send overseas, which is a real deal when it comes to shipping. If you would please consider making an extra offering this month to help get these presents where they need need to go it will be appreciated. Make sure to mark it Operation Christmas Child. Talk to Cameron or visit www.holytrin.org/occ if you have any questions.

MILITARY BIBLESTICKS Once again we are giving the members of our congregation the opportunity to provide Military Biblesticks to chaplains to provide audio Bibles to members of our military and their families. Please see the insert in the bulletin for details. Over the last 4 years, members of Holy Trinity have provided 165 of these Biblesticks for our military. Each one costs $25. That means we have donated $4,125 for

Biblesticks. We ask that any gifts be made by next Sunday, November 13th.

THRIVENT FINANCIAL Are you a member? Do you have Action teams available to you? Are you willing to get involved and use them to benefit the Church but unsure how? If you answered yes please contact Casey Bolte @ 479-644-3618 to have your name added to the Church’s list. There are several Church activities that could benefit from Action teams including Feed My Sheep, Operation Christmas Child, VBS, etc. It doesn’t cost anything to apply for and utilize an Action team-other than your time. Intereseted in becoming a member of Thrivent? Please contact Steven Schmitt @ 479-631-8239.

2017 LUTHERAN ANNUAL Is now available for ordering. If you are interested in one you can order online @ cph.org/LutheranAnnual or contact cph @ 1-800-325-3040. Cost is $27.99 not including shipping. Please contact Church office with any questions.

DISTRICT TOWN HALL MEETING President Paavola and other staff from the District Office will be meeting with the people of the Fayettville Circuit this Thursday night here at Holy Trinity. The meeting starts at 6:30. The members of Holy Trinity are invited to attend.

THANKSGIVING/CHRISTMAS BASKETS Will once again be offered to members of our congregation. We need your donations to make this a success ! Please bring in items typically used to prepare a Holiday dinner. Place items on the giving Center counter so we can keep those items separate from the Pantry donations. If you would like to RECEIVE A BASKET please contact the Church office by Friday, November 18th. We need to know if you would like a basket for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

LIFE QUOTES “Is someone resistant to the life-affirming message as you have presented? Perhaps it’s the attitude they sense when they have been approached. I have found that when my attitude is more reflective of Christ, my message is much better received, and I can do my job of lifting those who are weak. So I pray, “Lord make me a servant who is humble and meek that I might lift up those who are weak. Amen.”. “Lynette Auch, President of Lutherans For Life- *A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life* www.lutheransforlife.org

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

November 6th-13th 2016

TODAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

Youth Parent Mtg. Noon

Leave A Legacy 3:30pm

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

Elders 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Council 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

Ministerial Alliance Lunch @ Church 11:30am

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

District Town Hall For Circuit 6:30pm

@ Holy Trinity

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

Jr. High LinkT Retreat Thru Sunday

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Living Savior, Bethel Heights: Pay that God would guide the outreach of the congregation and the assimilation of new members.

Church Ministry Team: Education Ministry Team: Prayer of thanks to all who were involved with the safe and successful trunk or treat this past Monday. We pray that the Holy Spirit works in those who visited that they may come to have a personal relationship with Jesus.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: Total 168(72 Early Service/96 Late Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $7,041.01 ($11.75 Sunday School, $4 Mission Crafts, $50 Food Pantry, $15 Pastor’s Care Fund, $475 Bible Sticks)

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OFFICE HELP VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON Will be held on Wednesday November 2nd from 12:00-1:30 pm. Soups, chili, all the fixins and cheesecake will be served and we will play Bingo after the lunch. Please be sure and RSVP by Friday Oct. 28th to the church office at 636-1135. Don’t miss out on the fun !!

TRUNK OR TREAT Is Scheduled for tomorrow night Oct. 31st from 5:30-7:00pm. We still need help in the Trunk department for our Trunk or Treat. This event is possibly our largest community outreach event and we need all the help we can get and we also need TWO VOLUNTEERS in particular to help judge the costume and trunk contest. The Trunk part of this event is so easy and so much fun ! Simply bring your vehicle (or two), decorate it however you like (simple or complicated), bring candy or appropriate hand-outs (enough for about 500) and greet those who come with a smile and sugar. It is a lot of fun so bring your A-game. The winner of each contest will receive a $50 visa card ! If you have any questions please speak with Cameron.

FEED MY SHEEP Is next Sunday November 6th. We are expecting more visitors to the pantry in the month of November with the Thanksgiving Holiday so your generous donations are greatly appreciated !

THANK YOU FROM NONA COPPINGER “I richly appreciate your devoted gift from each of you and thank you for all the prayers and I thank God for each of you”

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"Running The Race Of Faith”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus.

A legacy of faith is the best bequest, giving the gift of Jesus to those who come after you.

(Luke 12:19-21)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm

Rotating Hostesses:

Herb & Shirley Bernthal,

Spike & Delores Hermes,

Joe & Barbara Raleigh &

Maxine Reihman-Led By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

PASTOR BESEL is taking his final Sunday of vacation to visit family in Texas. He is returning tonight.

LinkT Retreat Will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th and a $50

deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Christmas is a wonderful time of family, friends, gifts, and of course, Jesus; the greatest gift. In other countries however, some do not have a Christmas. This is where Operation Christmas Child comes in. Thru this effort presents are sent to kids who normally wouldn’t get one along with a message of baby Jesus and his mission to save us all. Our Church can help this goal by putting some of those presents together each year. The simplest way you can help is to donate shoe boxes. You can either wrap them like a present at home or we can do it here. The second and powerful way you can help is to shop. A shopping list can be found in the narthex. If you spot something that is on the list while shopping please consider purchasing it and either creating your own present at home or dropping off in Church office for the mass pack in November. For more information please go to holytrin.org/occ.

WORSHIP SLIDES We have a need for an individual to replace Casey Bolte at the end of this month helping with slides. If you can help please contact Pastor Besel about the details.

OUTREACH MINISTRY Is in need of two volunteers. Volunteers are needed once a month and for two fundraisers a year. If interested in helping out please contact Pat Rader @

479-644-4153.

LEAVE A LEGACY Do you have a plan to passon your financial gifts to the people and ministries you love? Make plans to attend the “Leaving A Legacy” event that Holy Trinity is hosting on November 6th @ 3:30pm. Reserve your seat by November 2nd by contacting

Mid-South District Office @ 866-373-1343 ext. 3107

MISSION U Coming November 19. For details or to sign up, see the bulletin board in the Narthex.

MILITARY BIBLESTICKS Once again we are giving the members of our congregation the opportunity to provide Military Biblesticks to chaplains to provide audio Bibles to members of our military and their families. Please see the insert in the bulletin for details. Over the last 4 years, members of Holy Trinity have provided 165 of these Biblesticks for our military. Each one costs $25. That means we have donated $4,125 for

Biblesticks. We ask that any gifts be made by November 13th.

THANKSGIVING / CHRISTMAS BASKETS Will once again be offered to members of our congregation. We need your donations to make this a success ! Please bring in items typically used to prepare a Holiday dinner. Place items on the Giving Center counter so we can keep those items separate from the Pantry donations. If you would like to RECEIVE A BASKET please contact the Church office by Friday, November 18th. We need to know if you want a basket for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY Do you have any Christian books, extra Bibles, or Women’s Bible studies/devotions collecting dust at your house? If they have not been written in and you are looking for a place to donate them, bring them to church! There is a plastic collection tub in the Giving Center in the Narthex. Casey Bolte is collecting books/Bibles/devotionals and donating them to a local jail ministry/outreach.

LIFE QUOTES “Luther placed primary emphasis on the Word. He understood that scripture is the final authoritative source for the Church’s life and doctrine. Everything the Church says or does is to be consistent with God’s Word and is to be regulated by God’s word. God has spoken, his Word is truth, and it is the Church’s responsibility to regulate her speech in the light of God’s speech. That is what continual reformation is.” Rev.Michael Stangeland, Pastor of Highwater Lutheran Church, Lamberton Minnesota. *A life quote from Lutherans For Life* www.lutheransforlife.org

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

October 30th-November 6th 2016

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

Trunk Or Treat 5:30-7:00pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study 2:00pm

Outreach 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Office Volunteer Appreciation Lunch 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Youth Mtg. (Conf. Rm.) 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin/Clarion 1:00pm

Cards 6:30pm

SUNDAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

Youth Parent Meeting 12:00pm

Leave A Legacy Workshop 3:30pm

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: First Lutheran, Harrison: Pray for the Spirit to flow through the hearts of God’s people as they reach out to others with the love of Christ. Pray their Spirit opens hearts to hear and believe this message of forgiveness and life in our Savior.

Church Ministry Team: Trustees: Guide and protect workers as they reseal and refinish the parking lot. Also for God to be with all our members who help around the church property.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: Total 168(72 Early Service/96 Late Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $40,885.23 ($31,633.01 Private Donation, $1,360 Youth-Wham Ball, $28.40 Youth Can Money, $660 Youth-Café, $20 Copy Machine, $4.50 Mission Crafts, $125 Bible Sticks,

$50 Youth Retreat, $285 Veronica Willis Memorial, $20 Trunk or Treat, $50 Building Fund)

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OFFICE HELP VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON Will be held on Wednesday November 2nd from 12:00-1:30 pm. Soups, chili, all the fixins and cheesecake will be served and we will play Bingo after the lunch. Please be sure and RSVP by Friday Oct. 28th to the church office at 636-1135. Don’t miss out on the fun !!

CONFIRMATION PRAYER PALS Reminder that the next meeting with our Pals is this Wednesday Nov. 2nd from 5:45-6:15pm. If you cannot make it please let Cameron or Pastor know.

TRUNK OR TREAT Although the days are still warm, Oct. 31st is right around the corner. We still need help in the Trunk department for our Trunk or Treat. This event is possibly our largest community outreach event and we need all the help we can get and we need TWO VOLUNTEERS in particular to help judge the costume and trunk contest. The Trunk part of this event is so easy and so much fun ! Simply bring your vehicle (or two), decorate it however you like (simple or complicated), bring candy or appropriate hand-outs (enough for about 500) and greet those who come with a smile and sugar. It is a lot of fun so bring your A-game. The winner of each gets a $50 visa card ! If you have any questions please speak with Cameron.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"Running The Race Of Faith”

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

Because Christ has already won the victory for us, our race of faith is worth the struggle of the run.

(2 Timothy 4:6-8)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday 2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm

Rotating Hostesses:

Herb & Shirley Bernthal,

Spike & Delores Hermes,

Joe & Barbara Raleigh &

Maxine Reihman-Led By Vern Schaefer

Tuesday 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm

Pastor Bernthal’s BibleClass

PASTOR BERNTHAL’S BIBLE STUDY CLASS will meet this Tuesday @ 2:00 pm as a reminder.

WORSHIP SLIDES We want to thank Vern Schaefer and Casey Bolte for doing the worship slides each week. Casey has decided to stop at the end of this month. If you can help, please talk to Pastor Besel about the details.

SPECIAL THANKS Holy Trinity received a check this week in the amount of $31,633.00 for our general fund from an anonymous member blessed with 55 years of marriage. We want to thank them for supporting our congregation and mission here.

SAMARITAN CENTER VOLUNTEER DAY For our Church to volunteer is Saturday October 29th. We still need help so please sign up on sheet in Narthex or call Dorothy Button @ 479-381-2967.

YOUTH NEWS October 29th is a Youth Hike! We will be leaving in the morning and returning in the evening at a time to be decided later. If is a full day event. Duane Wright is currently checking out different areas for some new exploration and adventures. This event is open to all youth, 6-12th grade and their parents. If you would like to go, please contact Cameron Pullman by Oct. 23rd. LinkT Retreat will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th

and a $50 deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for. It will be a great weekend!

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Christmas is a wonderful time of family, friends, gifts, and of course, Jesus; the greatest gift. In other countries however, some do not have a Christmas. This is where Operation Christmas Child comes in. Thru this effort presents are sent to kids who normally wouldn’t; get one along with a message of baby Jesus and his mission to save us all. Our Church can help this goal by putting some of those presents together each year. The simplest way you can help is to donate shoe boxes. You can either wrap them like a present at home or we can do it here. The second and powerful way you can help is to shop. A shopping list can be found in the narthex. If you spot something that is on the list while shopping please consider purchasing it and either creating your own present at home or dropping off in Church office for the mass pack in November. For more informationplease go to holytrin.org/occ.

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY Do you have any Christian books, extra Bibles, or Women’s Bible studies/devotions collecting dust at your house? If they have not been written in and you are looking for a place to donate them, bring them to church! There is a plastic collection tub in the Giving Center in the Narthex. Casey Bolte is collecting books/Bibles/devotionals and donating them to a local jail ministry/outreach.

OUTREACH MINISTRY Is in need of two volunteers. Volunteers are needed once a month and for two fundraisers a year. If intereseted in helping out please contact Pat Rader @

479-644-4153.

MILITARY BIBLESTICKS Once again we are giving the members of our congregation the opportunity to provide Military Biblesticks to chaplains to provide audio Bibles to members of our military and their families. Please see the insert in the bulletin for details. Over the last 4 years, members of Holy Trinity have provided 165 of these Biblesticks for our military. Each one costs $25. That means we have donated $4,125 for Biblesticks. We ask any gifts be made by November 13.

LIFE QUOTES “Every day in this country such confusion and fear leads to nearly 3,000 babies being brutally destroyed through abortion. These are babies created by God, babies for whom Jesus dies, and babies God wants to call into an eternal relationship with him. How can we possibly label these [issues] ‘political’ and withold the only thing that can speak to such matters of the heart? The gospel is designed to speak to hearts; your heart, my heaart, all hearts. The Gospel calls us to repentance. The Gsopel cleanses our hearts and forgives the sins that flow from our hearts.” Rev.Dr. James I. Lamb, former Execuitive Director of Lutherans for Life.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

October 23-October 30th 2016

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study 2:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Education Ministry Mtg. (Conf. Rm.) 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin/Clarion 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Youth Hiking Trip

Helping Hands Volunteer Day 8am-4pm

Ronnie Willis Visitation/Funeral 9:30/10:30pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Bella Vista, Bella Vista: Pray that we connect people to Jesus, grow in faith, and serve our King.

Church Ministry Team: Elder Ministry: Pray for the Elders and their decision as to whether or not continue to serve on the Elder Ministry team.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: Total 166(Unity Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $10,899 ($11 Sunday School Offering, $50 Food Pantry, $100 Youth Retreat, $30 Pastor’s Care Fund)

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UNITY SUNDAY Join us today following the service in the Life Center for the HTY Café and Voters’ meeting. The Youth will be serving various sandwiches including a Rueben, a Cuban, and a BLT along with Cheesy Potato Soup and a Chicken Salad. A free will offering will be taken which will go to support the various ministries of the youth group.

DISTRICT PASTORS CONFERENCE In Little Rock October 17th-19th. Pastor Besel and Pastor Bernthal will be attending this conference all three days and Cameron Pullman will be attending on Monday. If you are in need of pastoral care during their absence please contact the Church office or your elder.

RONNIE WILLIS FUNERAL The funeral for Ronnie Willis, a long-time member of Holy Trinity, will be this Saturday at 10:30 AM. There will be a visitation with the family beginning at 9:30 here at the church.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"Know This Word-Your Life Depends On It”- Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

The Bible provides a strategy for survival in an uncertain world. It can break hearts of stone and replace them with living hearts open to God’s truth.

(2 Timothy 3:16)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday

2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm – Rotating Hostesses:

Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Delores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh & Maxine Reihman–Led by Vern Schaefer

Tuesday

1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00pm-

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

GIRLS LUNCH OUT This Thursday the 20th at the Egg and I. Sign up sheet in Narthex. Please join us for great fellowship and fun !

HELPING HANDS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Holy Trinity is scheduled to work at Helping Hands on October 22nd. Volunteers are needed for morning and afternoon shifts. There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex with specific times and duties. Please consider volunteering to help this worthy organization.

JOURNEYMEN HIKING TRIP will take place on October 22nd to Boxley Valley (Buffalo River Area). All men and any of their kids are welcome to come along. This will be a beautiful area this time of year, and wildlife is abundant. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.

WORSHIP SLIDES We want to thank Vern Schaefer and Casey Bolte for doing the worship slides each week. Casey has decided to stop at the end of this month. If you can help, please talk to Pastor Besel about the details.

TRUNK OR TREAT Halloween is fast approaching which means our Trunk or Treat event is right around the corner. Each year it continues to grow and therefore we need increased help. Sign up to pass out candy at your trunk, help supervise the games, or volunteer in the kitchen as we serve upwards of 600 people ! Check the Narthex for details or talk to Cameron.

SENIOR TRIP TO BOXLEY VALLEY THIS WEDNESDAY October 19th. The Journeymen group will host the trip to Boxley Valley to see the Fall Foliage and watch the elk. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer or call Duane Wright at 479-633-1105 or Dave Lehenbauer at 479-202-3719. Please bring a sack lunch or $10. This will be a great one day trip of fun, fellowship, and beautiful scenery.

YOUTH NEWS October 29th is a Youth Hike! We will be leaving in the morning and returning in the evening at a time to be decided later. If is a full day event. Duane Wright is currently checking out different areas for some new exploration and adventures. This event is open to all youth, 6-12th grade and their parents. If you would like to go, please contact Cameron Pullman by Oct. 23rd. LinkT Retreat will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th

and a $50 deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for. It will be a great weekend!

BELLY DANCING CLASSES Terra Pullman and some friends are having belly dancing exercise classes on Wednesdays from 6-7 during the month of October in classroom 6. You are invited to join them. Please see Terra.

LIFE QUOTES “All human governments, even bad ones, are actually God’s agents of stability and order. How wonderful when individual Christians and their congreagations don’t just hunker down and hide in their holy fortresses until judgement day. How wonderful when they get out into their communities and help clean, repair, and build. How wonderdul when their acts of love and mercy, given as freely as Christ’s love and mercy, touch and bless the lives of their neighbors, not just fellow church members. And how respectful when Christians refrain from ridiculing theiur elected officials, even when they strenously disagree with them. To love God is also to love our country, you know.” Rev. Mark Jeske, www.timeofgrace.org- * A Life Quote from Lutherans for Life* www.lutheransforlife.org

SAMARITAN CENTER VOLUNTEER DAY Our Church is scheduled to help serve lunch on Oct. 29th. First shift is from 8:30am-12:45 and we will help in the kitchen preparing food and the plates that will be served. The kitchen work requires workers to be 16 or older. The second shift will be from 10:00am-12:45 and will help prepare drinks, take orders, and serve the plates of food. All ages are welcome for this shift. If interested please sign up in narthex or contact the office.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

October 16-October 23rd 2016

TODAY-UNITY SUNDAY

Bible/Sunday School Classes 8:45am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 8:45am

Communion 10:00am

HTY Café/Voter’s Meeting 11:30am

MONDAY

District Pastor’s Meeting Thru Wednesday

@ Little Rock

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

Sr. Trip To Boxley Valley

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

No Confirmation Class

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Girls Lunch Out @ Egg & I 11:30am

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Helping Hands Volunteer Day 8am-4pm

Ronnie Willis Funeral 10:30am

SUNDAY

Worship 8:45am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Grace, Holiday Island: May God continue to help us as we witness to the Holiday Island and Eureka Springs communities.

Church Ministry Team: Church Officers: Prayers that God would lead members of the congregation to accept positions of leadership for the open positions and that he would guide us as we work on next year’s budget.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: Total 180 (79 Early Service/101 Late Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $12,365.50 ($11.50 Sunday School Offering, $260 Food Pantry, $50 Bldg.Fund, $25 Pastor’s Care Fund, $60 Youth, $100 Youth LinkT Retreat, $40 Youth Flamingo Flocking, $100 Lutheran Bible Translators, $100 Hispanic Ministry)

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FINANCIAL PLEDGES FOR 2017 As part of our worship service today, we will be presenting our 2017 Financial pledges to the Lord. If you forgot the form that was mailed to members of the church, or you did not get a form, you can get a new form from one of the ushers. If you forgot your pledge form, please bring it next week or return it to the office so the Financial Stewardship Ministry Team can use the pledge numbers in finalizing the proposed budget for next year.

UNITY SUNDAY NEXT WEEK Next Sunday is one of the Unity Sundays for our congregation. Sunday School and Bible Classes begin at 8:45 AM. We will have one communion service at 10:00 AM. Following the service, there will be a HTY Café and Voters’ meeting in the Life Center. The only item of business at this time is the 2017 Worship Schedule. More items could be added by the Council on Tuesday night.

HTY CAFÉ Next Sunday, after the Unity Service, come to the life center for a wonderful lunch prepared and served by the youth. A free will offering will be taken which will go to support the various ministries of the youth group.

FEED MY SHEEP Thank you for your generous donations to the pantry this past Sunday. Your generosity will help us greatly serve many in our communities.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"Lord Give Me What I Need—Great Faith” Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz.

You don’t have to settle for what the world hands you. You can live by faith in the Son of God who heals, forgives, and restores. (Luke 17:11-19)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel leads the Connections Class in Classroom 6.

Monday

2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm – Rotating Hostesses: Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Dolores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh and Maxine Reihman, and Betty Jensen – Led by Vern Schaefer

Tuesday

1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00pm-

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

“Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).

CONNECTIONS CLASSSTARTS TODAY The Connections Class meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AMand runs for eight weeks. This is class is for those who have recently joined the congregation. It is also for members who want to review the basics of our faith and to make connections with new members. It is also a chance to review Christian doctrine. We meet in Classroom 6.

GIRLS LUNCH OUT Will be held on October 20th at the Egg and I in Rogers. Sign-up sheet in Narthex. Come and join us for great fellowship and fun!

HELPING HANDS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Holy Trinity is scheduled to work at Helping Hands on October 22nd. Volunteers are needed for morning and afternoon shifts. There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex with specific times and duties. Please consider volunteering to help this worthy organization.

JOURNEYMEN HIKING TRIP will take place on October 22nd to Boxley Valley (Buffalo River Area). All men and any of their kids are welcome to come along. This will be a beautiful area this time of year, and wildlife is abundant. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.

WORSHIP SLIDES We want to thank Vern Schaefer and Casey Bolte for doing the worship slides each week. Casey has decided to stop at the end of this month. If you can help, please talk to Pastor Besel about the details.

TRUNK OR TREAT Halloween is fast approaching which means our Trunk or Treat event is right around the corner. Each year it continues to grow and therefore we need increased help. Sign up to pass out candy at your trunk, help supervise the games, or volunteer in the kitchen as we serve upwards of 600 people ! Check the Narthex for details or talk to Cameron.

SENIOR TRIP TO BOXLEY VALLEY on October 19th. The Journeymen group will host the trip to Boxley Valley to see the Fall Foliage and watch the elk. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer or call Duane Wright at 479-633-1105 or Dave Lehenbauer at 479-202-3719. Please bring a sack lunch or $10. This will be a great one day trip of fun, fellowship, and beautiful scenery.

YOUTH NEWS October 29th is a Youth Hike! We will be leaving in the morning and returning in the evening at a time to be decided later. If is a full day event. Duane Wright is currently checking out different areas for some new exploration and adventures. This event is open to all youth, 6-12th grade and their parents. If you would like to go, please contact Cameron Pullman by Oct. 23rd. LinkT Retreat will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th and a $50 deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for. It will be a great weekend!

40 DAYS FOR LIFE A peaceful vigil is being held in Fayetteville at the Planned Parenthood abortion center for the 40 days between September 28 and November 6. If you would like to participate, there is more information on the insert.

LIFE QUOTES “Your witness can speak for the speechless. Your words can give value to people considered disposable. Remember that in heaven these disabled folks will be your equal in every way. God’s stars see God’s handiwork in all people.” Rev. Mark Jeske – Lutherans for Life

BELLY DANCING CLASSES Terra Pullmann and some friends are having belly dancing exercise classes on Wednesdays from 6-7 during the month of October in classroom 6. You are invited to join them. See Terra.

TRINITY RESTORATION The Lutheran Camp on Petit Jean Board of Directors invites you to join them Oct. 16 in celebrating the historic restoration of Trinity Lutheran Church on camp property. The celebration begins with the camp’s annual meeting at 2 p.m., followed by 3 p.m. worship in the historic church and rededication of the building. An open house is slated for 4:30 in the church. Activities will be capped with a free, catered barbecue dinner at 5:30 in the camp dining hall. Please contact the camp office by TODAY with reservations. Call 501-652-6304 or email director@lutherancamp.org.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

October 9-October 16th 2016

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

Sunday Night Bible Study @ Besel’s 5:30pm

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Elder’s (Conference Room) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Council 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Pastor @ Support Group/Eureka 9am-2:00pm

Outreach (Conference Room) 6:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

November Clarion Information Due Noon

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SUNDAY-UNITY SUNDAY

Bible/Sunday School Classes 8:45am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 8:45am

Communion 10:00am

Lunch & Voter’s Meeting/Life Ctr. After Service

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Christ, Siloam Springs: May the Lord continue to strengthen and prosper His people through the Word and Sacrament Ministry that is offered each week at Christ Lutheran.

Church Ministry Team: Church Office Staff: Prayers that our work efforts with the Church members and food pantry individuals will reflect the love of God.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: 160 Total (68 Early Service/92 Late Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $9,859.10 ($9.50 Sunday School Offering, $1019 Food Pantry, $20 Bldg.Fund, $250 Chapel Rental, $220 Pastor’s Care Fund, $50 Helen Martin Memorial, $1.50 Mission Crafts )

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FINANCIAL PLEDGES FOR 2017 We are skipping a week in our stewardship emphasis since Pastor ison vacation this weekend. You have or will be receiving a letter about financial pledges for 2017. We pray that you prayerfully consider what your pledge will be, fill out the form that is included in the letter, seal it in the included envelope and then bring it to worship next Sunday. During that service, we will present our pledges to the Lord as we consider the theme, “The Joy of Sharing God’s Blessings.”

NEW BIBLE CLASS STARTING TODAY Pam Pickett will be taking over the Sunday morning Bible Class for Pastor Besel beginning today. The class meets at 9:30 in Classroom 1. They will be studying the book of “Mark”.

PASTOR BERNTHAL’S BIBLE STUDY CLASS is meeting each first and third Tuesdays of the month at 2:00 pm. Please feel free to join us for great Bible studies and fellowship.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY has begun a new series by Beth Moore titled “Entrusted” a study of 2 Timothy. Please feel free to join us on Sunday mornings @ 9:30am.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

"The Only Way To Live: By Faith!” Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz. God cares about you, listens to you, and answers your difficult questions with grace and compassion.

(Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pam Pickett is leading study of Mark in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

9:30-10:30am - Dave Lehenbauer and Duane Wright are a leading study of Authentic Manhood in Classroom 2.

Monday

2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm–Rotating

Hostesses: Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Dolores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh and Maxine Reihman, and Betty Jensen – Led by Vern Schaefer

Tuesday

1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00pm-

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

PASTOR BESEL is on vacation

today as three of Shirley’s cousins came to visit in Eureka Springs. He will be returning this evening.

CONNECTIONS CLASSSTARTS NEXT WEEK The Connections Class meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AMand runs for eight weeks. This is class is for those who have recently joined the congregation. It is also for members who want to review the basics of our faith and to make connections with new members. It is also a chance to review Christian doctrine. You can sign up for the class on the board next to Pastor Besel’s office or just come to the class. We are scheduled to meet in Classroom 6 (it might be moved to half of Classroom 1).

HELPING HANDS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Holy Trinity is scheduled to assist the helping hands organization in Bentonville with volunteers on October 22nd. Volunteers are needed for morning and afternoon shifts. There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex with specific times and duties. Please consider volunteering to help this worthy organization.

JOURNEYMEN HIKING TRIP will take place on October 22nd to Boxley Valley (Buffalo River Area). All men and any of their kids are welcome to come along. This will be a beautiful area this time of year, and wildlife is abundant. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.

WORSHIP SLIDES We want to thank Vern Schaefer and Casey Bolte for doing the worship slides each week. Casey has decided to stop at the end of this month. If you can help, please talk to Pastor Besel about the details.

TRUNK OR TREAT Halloween is fast approaching which means our Trunk or Treat event is right around the corner. Each year it continues to grow and therefore we need increased help. Sign up to pass out candy at your trunk, help supervise the games, or volunteer in the kitchen as we serve upwards of 600 people ! Check the Narthex for details or talk to Cameron.

SENIOR TRIP TO BOXLEY VALLEY on October 19th. The Journeymen group will host the trip to Boxley Valley to see the Fall Foliage and watch the elk. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer or call Duane Wright at 479-633-1105 or Dave Lehenbauer at 479-202-3719. Please bring a sack lunch or $10. This will be a great one day trip of fun, fellowship, and beautiful scenery.

YOUTH NEWS October 29th is a Youth Hike! We will be leaving in the morning and returning in the evening at a time to be decided later. If is a full day event. Duane Wright is currently checking out different areas for some new exploration and adventures. This event is open to all youth, 6-12th grade and their parents. If you would like to go, please contact Cameron Pullman by Oct. 23rd. LinkT Retreat will be November 11th-12th for the Jr. High. (6th-8th grade). Sign up by October 16th and a $50 deposit is required. After the 16th the price of trip will go up as well as the deposit ($70). This years theme is CREATE and will be focusing on our creation and what we are created for. It will be a great weekend!

LIFE QUOTES“ Parents also do well in preparing young men and women for the realities of married life. Because of the fall, marriage is hard work. It requires appreciation of our differences as male and female, the commitment to work together, trust, friendship, and more agape than eros love. ” Linda Bartlett, former President of Lutherans For Life

THRIVENT FINANCIAL can assist you in getting involved with our action teams such as Feed My Sheep, VBS, Trunk or Treat etc and are just a few examples. It doesn’t cost anything to apply and utilize an action team- other than your time. Contact Casey Bolte @

Casey.bolte@thrivent.com or at

479-644-3618 for more information.

TRINITY RESTORATION The Lutheran Camp on Petit Jean Board of Directors invites all to join them Oct. 16 in celebrating the historic restoration of Trinity Lutheran Church on the camp property. The celebration begins with the camp’s annual meeting at 2 p.m., followed by 3 p.m. worship in the historic church and rededication of the building. An open house is slated for 4:30 in the church. The day’s activities will be capped with a free, catered barbecue dinner at 5:30 in the camp dining hall. Please contact the camp office by Sunday, Oct. 9 with reservations. Call 501-652-6304 or email director@lutherancamp.org.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

October 2-October 9, 2016

TODAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study 2:00pm

Outreach (Library) 6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes Due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:30pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm

ESL (Classroom2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Youth ( Conf. Room) 5:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

Cards 6:30pm

SATURDAY

LWML Fall Rally@ 9:00am

Salem Lutheran in Springdale

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir ( Choir Room) 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

Sunday Night Bible Study @ Besel’s 5:30pm

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Holy Trinity, Rogers: Pray for God to bless our new confirmation classes this school year .

Church Ministry Team: Journeymen: Prayers that our efforts would be fruitful in reaching out to men with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

THE MEASURE OF OUR LOVE “We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped last Sunday: 190 Total (79 Early Service/111 Late Service)

Those Who Shared last Sunday: $10,027.35 ($10.25 Sunday School Offering, $160 Food Pantry, $15 Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, $15 Lutheran Bible Translators, $172 Men’s Ministry, $50 Bldg.Fund)

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW OFFICE ASSISTANT Krista Malone who began working in the office a week ago Friday. We are so happy to have her join our staff and she truly has a servant’s heart for helping others. Stop by the office and introduce yourself.

SPECIAL DEADLINE FOR NEWS AND NOTES THIS WEEK Please note that deadline for next weeks news and notes will be due TUESDAY the 27th at noon instead of Wednesday the 28th. This Tuesday deadline will only be for this week. Thank you for your help with submitting information early this coming week.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY has begun a new series by Beth Moore titled “Entrusted” a study of 2 Timothy. Please feel free to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am.

NEW BIBLE CLASS STARTING NEXT SUNDAY Pam Pickett will be taking over the Sunday morning Bible Class for Pastor Besel beginning next week. The class meets at 9:30 in Classroom 1. They will be studying the book of “Mark”.

PASTOR BERNTHAL’S BIBLE STUDY CLASS is meeting each first and third Tuesdays of the month at 2:00 pm. Please feel free to join us for great Bible studies and fellowship.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM

" Unlimited Patience--Almost !” Speaker Emeritus of the Lutheran Hour:

Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus. In this life the Lord of perfect patience invites sinners to faith and forgiveness. But remember, it is an invitation for this life only.

(1 Timothy 1:15-16)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel is leading a video series on “Facing Disaster Like a Man” in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

Monday

2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm–Rotating

Hostesses: Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Dolores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh and Maxine Reihman, and Betty Jensen – Led by Vern Schaefer

Tuesday

1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00pm-

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class

HORSES FOR HEALING Is in

need of volunteers on any day and at any time. This is a wonderful ministry for those in need. Please call Debbie Studyvin @ 479-795-0570 if interested in helping out.

FINANCIAL PLEDGES FOR 2017 We will be skipping a week in our stewardship emphasis since Pastor will be traveling next weekend. Sometime in the next two weeks, you will be receiving a letter about financial pledges for 2017. We pray that you prayerfully consider what your pledge will be, fill out the form that will be in the letter, and then bring it to worship on October 9. During that service, we will present our pledges to the Lord as we consider the theme, “The Joy of Sharing God’s Blessings.”

PASTOR BESEL TRAVELING Pastor Besel will be attending the Arkansas Aging Conference in Ft. Smith this Wednesday and Thursday as part of his continuing education. He will then be on vacation this next Saturday and Sunday as three of Shirley’s cousins come to visit. Pastor and Delores Bernthal are also traveling to the Northeast to celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary. If you are in need of Pastoral Care, please contact Cameron or your Elder.

CONNECTION CLASSBegins on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30am on October 9th and runs for eight weeks.This is class is for those who have recently joined the congregation. It is also for members who want to review the basics of our faith and to make connections with new members. It is also a chance to review Christian doctrine.

FLAMINGO FLOCKING Is heading South for the winter ! These next two Sundays they will be flocking a few yards for the remainder of the season. Who’s? Well that is still to be scene. If you would like to flock a friend, or wish to insure against a flock, sign up in the Narthex. All proceeds will go to the Snack Pack program, feeding children who do not eat over the weekend.

TRUNK OR TREAT Halloween is fast approaching which means our Trunk or Treat event is right around the corner. Each year it continues to grow and therefore we need increased help. Sign up to pass out candy at your trunk, help supervise the games, or volunteer in the kitchen as we serve upwards of 600 people ! Check the Narthex for more details or talk to Cameron.

SENIOR TRIP TO BOXLEY VALLEY on October 19th. The Journeymen group will host the trip to Boxley Valley to see the Fall Foliage and watch the elk. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer or call Duane Wright at 479-633-1105 or Dave Lehenbauer at 479-202-3719. Please bring a sack lunch or $10. This will be a great one day trip of fun, fellowship, and beautiful scenery.

LIFE QUOTES“ The primary goal in Fatherhood is to help children grow in the Lord so that throughout their lives they will look to the Savior in faith and follow him in Christian love. Our most fervent hope and prayer is that they will be and remain member’s of God’s eternal family. May God bless our fathers in carrying out their crucial role in Christian fatherhood!”

Rev. Mark Gullerud, pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Bowdle, South Dakota

THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS – Members please remember to direct your Choice Dollars. It is easy and a great benefit to the Church or a charity of your choice! Log in to Thrivent.com/thrivent choice or call 800-847-4836 and choose the “Thrivent Choice” prompt. Last year, over $6,000 was directed toward the Life Center building expenses. This year, the council voted the money would be applied to the general fund. Contact Steven Schmidt @ 479-631-8239 for more information.

TRINITY RESTORATION The Lutheran Camp on Petit Jean Board of Directors invites all to join them Oct. 16 in celebrating the historic restoration of Trinity Lutheran Church on the camp property. The celebration begins with the camp’s annual meeting at 2 p.m., followed by 3 p.m. worship in the historic church and rededication of the building. An open house is slated for 4:30 in the church, where guests will hear fascinating stories about the church’s early years. The day’s activities will be capped with a free, catered barbecue dinner at 5:30 in the camp dining hall. Please contact the camp office by Sunday, Oct. 9 with reservations. Call 501-652-6304 or email director@lutherancamp.org.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

September 25-Oct. 2nd, 2016

TODAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 9:30am

Worship 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

News & Notes Due Noon

WEDNESDAY

Pastor Besel at Aging Conference

News & Notes due 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

No Confirmation Class

Choir Rehearsal 6:30 pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

THURSDAY

Pastor Besel at Aging Conference

Education Ministry Team 6:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin& Clarion 1:00pm

SUNDAY-FEED MY SHEEP

Communion 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:30am

Handbell Choir 9:30pm

Communion 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Messiah, Pea Ridge: May Messiah Lutheran be a light of Christ in Pea Ridge.

Church Ministry Team: Sunday School Team: Pray for our Sunday School program, our teachers, and for continued growth as we begin a new year.

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

The Measure Of Our Love“ We Love Because He First Loved Us”

Those Who Worshiped Last Sunday: 167 Total (86 Early Service/81 Late Service)

Those Who Shared Last Sunday: $7538.80 ( $175 Food Pantry, $50 Building Fund, $100 Pastor’s Care Fund, $1,407.40 SWEPCO Energy Rebate, $50 Anniversary Fund)

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THANK YOUDolores and I want to thank the congregation and all who prepared the celebration of my 60th year in ministry. There were many kind remarks and beautiful cards that made us very happy and appreciated. May God continue to bless you richly. Also want to thank Pastor Besel for allowing me to continue to serve as Visitation Pastor. Finally, the meal was excellent. Sincerely, ~Pastor and Delores Bernthal~

LADIES BIBLE STUDY has completed the study “Breath” by Beth Moore . The new study beginning today is “Entrusted” a study of 2 Timothy. Please feel free to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am.

PASTOR BERNTHAL’S BIBLE STUDY CLASS is meeting each first and third Tuesdays of the month at 2:00 pm. Please feel free to join us for great Bible studies and fellowship.

MINISTRY FAIR/RALLY DAY/PASTOR BERNTHAL’S CEREMONY this past Sunday was a huge success!! Thank you to everyone that helped and had a part in putting these events together.

PRAYER SQUARE MINISTRYwas featured on the website of Celebrate Arkansas magazine! The ministry makes and donates many of these prayer squares to the Ronald McDonald Charities of Arkhoma. Squares are made with love to give those in need comfort as they hold it and pray.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR Today on KURM (790AM) at 12:30 and The Bott Radio Network at 8AM on 89.3FM " Be Careful Who Sings Your Praises !” Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz. God invites us to take all that He gives us and then put it to work for others.

(Luke 16:1-15)

Holy Trinity Bible Studies

Sunday (No classes today – Ministry Fair)

9:30-10:30am - Pastor Besel is leading a video series on “Facing Disaster Like a Man” in Classroom 1.

9:30-10:30am in the Conference Room – Women’s Bible Study by Beth Moore: “ENTRUSTED” - Led by Libby Garner

Monday

2nd & 4th Mondays at 2:00pm–Rotating

Hostesses: Herb & Shirley Bernthal, Spike & Dolores Hermes, Joe & Barbara Raleigh and Maxine Reihman, and Betty Jensen – Led by Vern Schaefer

Tuesday

1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 2:00pm-Pastor

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Study Class

NEWS AND NOTES Reminder the deadline for News and Notes each week is Wednesday by noon. If you have articles, please send them to the office at office@holytrin.org.

THANK YOU’S

Thank you for your prayers, thoughts, cards, and support in the loss of my Mother. Your kindness is very appreciated . ~ Dan Martin Family~

Thank you so much for all the cards, prayers and calls during my recent illness. It was so appreciated by Omar and myself. ~Ione Kauffeld~

CONNECTION CLASSBegins on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30am on October 9th and runs for eight weeks.This is class is for those who have recently joined the congregation. It is also for members who want to review the basics of our faith and to make connections with new members. It is also a chance to review Christian doctrine.

CHOIR AND PRAISE GROUP REHEARSALS have began. Choir rehearsal at 6:30 p.m. followed by Praise group rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. For more information please contact LeAnn Girshner.

HANDBELL CHOIR There has been an excellent response to opening training for handbells! Our first training class will be TODAY at 9:30am in the choir room. If you have talked to Christy Lehenbauer about joining, we will see you then. Even if you are just curious, we welcome you to join usand try it out. You can ring as little or as much as you have time for.

OFFICE WORKERS The elders this last week approved moving Kim McConnell from Office Assistant to Office Manager. They also approved hiring Krista Malone as the new Office Assistant. She started working on Friday. Each will be working about 20 hours per week and sharing the duties of office operations. If you haven’t met either one, feel free to stop by the office during our regular hours (9-4) and introduce yourself.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

These supplies mean so much to the children we send these gifts too. Pens, pencils, notebooks, crayons, and other school supplies are in desperate need in other countries. There are other needs besides school supplies. For a complete list of items please visit

www.holytrin.org/announcements/occ.

LIFE QUOTES“ Boys need to know how they, as the stewards and defenders of life, should regard women, most especially their someday wives. Girls need to know how they, as the co-stewards and nurturers of life, should regardmen, most especially their someday husbands. Parents go a long way in preparing sons and daughters for marriage by mentoring respect, patience, selflessness, and forgiveness.”

Linda Bartlett. Former President of Lutheran For Life- A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life*

www.lutheransforlife.org

HORSES FOR HEALING Is in

need of volunteers on any day and at any time. This is a wonderful ministry for those in need. Please call Debbie Studyvin @ 479-795-0570 if interested in helping out..

THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS – Members please remember to direct your Choice Dollars. It is easy and a great benefit to the Church or a charity of your choice! Log in to Thrivent.com/thrivent choice or call 800-847-4836 and choose the “Thrivent Choice” prompt. Last year, over $6,000 was directed toward the Life Center building expenses. This year, the council voted the money would be applied to the general fund. Contact Steven Schmidt @ 479-631-8239 for more information.

The Joy in Receiving God’s Blessings

Today is the start of our stewardship emphasis Experiencing the Joy of Generosity. Our theme for today is “The Joy in Receiving God’s Blessings.” In the words of Billy Graham, “God has given us two hands, one to give with and the other to receive with.” Through the work of the Holy Spirit, we are able to appreciate how generously God gives to us. He provides for us physically and spiritually. God demonstrated his love for us by giving “His only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). First God loved, then he gave, and he keeps on giving. Forgiveness, salvation, and, in fact, all we are and everything we have or ever will have are gifts from God.

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY

September 18-25th, 2016

TODAY

Communion 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:15am

Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 9:30am

Communion 10:45am

MONDAY

Cameron’s Day Off

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

TUESDAY

Circuit Pastors Meeting @ 9:30am-2pm

Faith in Bentonville

Pastor Bernthal’s Bible Class 2:00pm

WEDNESDAY

News & Notes due 12:00pm

Staff Meeting 12:00pm

Mission Crafts 3:00pm

ATG 4-7:00pm

Confirmation Class 4:30pm

Choir Rehearsal 6:30 pm

ESL (Classroom 2) 6:30pm

Praise Group Rehearsal 7:30pm

FRIDAY

Pastor’s Day Off

Assemble Bulletin 1:00pm

SATURDAY

Private Party/Chapel 11am-4:00pm

SUNDAY

Worship 8:00am

Bible/Sunday School Classes 9:15am

Worship 10:45am

FOR YOUR PRAYERS:

Circuit Church: Faith, Bentonville: Bless the new school year and a new year for our Church.

Church Ministry Team: Music Ministry Team:

Pray also for our Military; Especially Jake Button, who is in the National Guard, Robert Sabatini who is in the Reserves, and Andy Boyd who is in the Air Force. Also remember, Shawn Gibson, son of Harry and Ann Gibson, serving in the U.S. Navy.

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