Lutheran Church

Historic Trinity Lutheran Church
Is a traditional Cathedral Ministry in downtown Detroit,
Serving the Metropolitan area
Providing an open and caring environment,
That encourages personal and spiritual growth.

Preaching: Rev. Dr. John L. Heins

Today's Epistle: Acts 1:1-11
Today's Gospel: Mark 16:14-20

WELCOME

Welcome to Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, the Mother Church of Detroit Lutheranism and our Lutheran Cathedral in downtown Detroit, since 1850. Historic Trinity Cathedral is an ecclesiastical, cultural, community resource and gathering place for Metro Detroit. Historic Trinity is a National, State, and Local, historical designated site.

CATHEDRAL MINISTRY

Serving the Historic Trinity Cathedral Ministry are: Rev. Dr. John L. Heins, The Rev. Dr. David Eberhard, Rev. James Gruetzner, Rev. Dr. Kieth Gerberding, Rev. Gary Headapohl, and Rev. Donald Neiswender at Historic Trinity. Rev. Dr. Kieth Gerberding at Adult Bible Study. Rev. Donald Neiswender at Junior Confirmation. Rev. Ronald Guettler on R/R.

PASCHAL CANDLE Since the 5th Century, the Paschal Candle has been used in the Church from Easter Sunday to Ascension Day. The Paschal Candle is lit for all Worship Services, during these 40 days, as a symbol of the Resurrection. The rest of the year, the candle stands beside the Baptismal Font. The Paschal Candle is lit for each Baptism and placed by the casket of each Burial, reminding us we are baptized and buried into Christ our Risen Lord. Paschal means "pertaining to the Passover," or in the Christian Church "Easter".

LAW SUNDAY - Today

The Historic Trinity Cathedral Ministry Lutheran Attorneys In Witness (LAW) ministry will hold a LAW SUNDAY today, May 4, 2008. Rev. Dr. John L. Heins is preaching, assisted by the Cathedral Ministry Pastors of Historic Trinity Lutheran Church. In each of the three Worship Services, members of the LAW group will participate in special liturgical readings. All active and retired attorneys and judges will be recognized during the Worship Services. In the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service the 2008 LAW Award will be presented to Attorney Richard W. Heiss, who has contributed in a positive way to the community and to the church.

TURN $2 INTO $3

Thrivent members you can make your gifts to Historic Trinity accomplish even more through the "Giving Plus" program offered individually by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and two pf its subsidiaries. Thrivent Financial, Thrivent Asset Management or Thrivent Life Insurance Company will add $1 to every $2 you donate, up to your donation of $600. That means Historic Trinity could get as much as $300 more from your gift through the "Giving Plus" program. For more information about this program, including eligibility, visit Thrivent or contact Nancy Ivers at the church office for a giving form.

So far our members have contributed over over $8,330.00 + ; that means we receive a matching grant from Thrivent of $4,165.00 + - well done members !

THRIVENT SUNDAY - Today

Today, Sunday, May 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon a representative of Thrivent will be present at Historic Trinity to answer any questions on how you, too, can make use of the "Giving Plus" grant program. If you are not presently a Thrivent member they can advise you how to become a member.

FAMILY EVENT COMMITTEE - Today

The Historic Trinity Family Event Committee meets today, Sunday, May 4, at 10:30 a.m., The group will evaluate the past Family Event and set plans in motion for the next event. Want to help out? Just show up for the meeting on May 4.

VICAR TURNS DOWN - ASSOCIATE PASTOR

We reported wrong in last Sunday's Bulletin and the latest Newsletter that Stephen DeMik had accepted the Call as an Associate Pastor here at Historic Trinity. He going to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Covington, Louisiana, just north of New Orleans. We will continue the process of finding an Associate Pastor to assist Dr. Eberhard. We will keep you informed.

CATHEDRAL MINISTRY FUND

With Vicar Stephen DeMik going to Louisiana, it makes the development of "The Cathedral Ministry Fund" even more necessary in our search for an Associate Pastor for Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, and to retain The Rev Dr David Eberhard as head pastor. This fund will assure that there will be sufficient funds available to support both the Associate Pastor and Dr. Eberhard for the near future. Our goal is to establish a fund of $500,000 by 2010. This will require some major donations, and lots of donations in any amount ($10, $25, $50, $100, $1000, plus), over and above your regular giving. Everyone can help in making this goal a reality. The funds can be an upfront gift, or a pledge over three years. Your donations to the Cathedral Ministry Fund will ensure stability in our ministry.

INVITATION

At various locations throughout the church, you will find a card "A Great Church In A Great City", containing photos about Historic Trinity on one side, and on the other side 1) a copy of an article about our parish by Maureen McDonald from Model-D, or 2) a general description of what Historic Trinity is about. Pass this card on to someone inviting them to attend Historic Trinity.

SUNDAY ADULT BIBLE STUDY

GREAT IMAGES OF THE FAITH. You are invited to come to our Sunday morning Bible Class in the Conference Room at 9:00 a. m. for the following: May 4: "The Good Shepherd" May 11: "The Body of Christ" May 18: "The Good Samaritan" In the Holy Scriptures God reveals Himself to us through these images or representations of what is so powerful in our faith and life. We will search the Bible to see how God gave them to us. (Coming in June: a mystery image. Hint: look at the floor symbol when you start to walk down Historic Trinity's central aisle.)

ADULT INFORMATION CLASSES - March 30 - May 4

Like to learn more about the teachings of the Lutheran Church ? Want to refresh your knowledge about the church's teachings ? Like to become an Adult Confirmed Member of Historic Trinity Lutheran Church ? Then you are welcome to attend the series of Adult Information Classes taught by Rev. James Gruetzner at 11:00 a.m. on Sundays March 30 thru May 4. Make-up classes can be arranged for a Wednesday evening, if you are unable to attend a particular session.

HOLY COMMUNION All who accept the Real Presence of our Lord's Body and Blood in the Sacrament are invited to attend Holy Communion. At Historic Trinity, the wine is distributed to all by the common communion cup and the individual communion cup, at the same serving. Holy Communion is celebrated on the first and third Sundays at 11:00 am, on the second and fourth Sundays at 8:15 am and 9:30 am, and there is no communion on the fifth Sunday.

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH

The Lutheran Church is the largest Protestant Church in the world, with nearly 80 million members living in every corner of the world. The Lutheran Church is the third largest denomination in the United States with over eight million members. Historic Trinity Lutheran Church is a member of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod that has nearly three million baptized members in some 6,000 congregations located in fifty states. Together, we send missionaries to thirty countries.

JOIN HISTORIC TRINITY - Today

You are invited to become a member today of Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, the church where the action is, in downtown Detroit. Join this, the fastest growing church in downtown Detroit, with more than 1850+ members at a median age of 38. Historic Trinity is THE church to belong to! An Authentic Church for our times. At the heart of our activities is a worshipping congregation affirming the inclusive love of God, which is made known through Jesus Christ. That love makes a difference in our lives and challenges us to make a difference in the world. Studies show that persons attending church find strength to deal with setbacks in life, and they also find they are less stressed by everyday worries when they attend church regularly. Why attend, or stay away, from a church that makes you uncomfortable or upset? Each week, more and more individuals are deciding to make Historic Trinity their church home. Become one of these people and make your choice today! Membership applications are available in the Sunday Bulletin, or by request. You may join the church by baptism, confirmation, profession of faith, transfer of membership from another congregation, or dual membership. Simply fill out the application and hand it to a pastor, or to an usher, or take it - or mail it to the church office. Don't wait any longer - take the big step and sign up today. You will be proud you joined this church which is an innovative leader in today's ministries.

HISTORIC TRINITY - CATHEDRAL MINISTRY

Each major city in the world usually contains at least one cathedral. This unique niche ministry has stood the time thru many centuries. Historic Trinity is our Lutheran Cathedral in downtown Detroit. As a Cathedral Church it is a source of beauty and pride for the city, outrageous and orthodox, utopian and savvy - the place comes to you all at once, in a great rush of contradiction and paradox. A place of holy awe! The cathedral church speaks in the quietude of holy sanctuaries, in the golden shout of the mighty organ raining down, in the stories of Christian history captured in stained glass and wood and stone carving. It educates and uplifts, using pageantry and drama, choral music and concerts, dance and sounding bells. Everywhere it provides beauty. As important as the cathedral church building is, the Cathedral Ministry consists not of the building's appearance - but in how the ministry is conducted. The Historic Trinity Cathedral Ministry is more than its own parishioners, more than a membership club. Such a ministry has a vital, committed parish membership at its core, nurtured by solid pastoral care. The Cathedral Church belongs to more than its members. The Cathedral ministry belongs to all who are encouraged to claim it as theirs, to use it on occasion, to return to it anytime, and to bring their children there to see their historic roots. The Cathedral Ministry also finds purpose in reaching out to the unchurched. Reaching far beyond the four walls of the cathedral building and beyond the four lines that mark the property border. A Cathedral Ministry serves a far wider sphere of people- this is this our joy, our privilege and our responsibility.

800-268-3058 (Michigan only)

Historic Trinity Lutheran Church has an 800 phone number (800-268-3058) for your convenience. This 800 number only works in the state of Michigan.

COFFEE & CONVERSATION HOUR

Every Sunday, 8:30-10:45a.m., a coffee hour is held in the Luther Lounge. This gives us an opportunity to have a cup of coffee, tea or juice...a goodie or two... a time to visit with other members and friends, and a chance to warmly welcome visitors. We are so very grateful to all of those who donate coffee cakes, cookies, and other snacks, those who donate money to purchase these items, and those who help set-up coffee hour. Thank you to Roger DeNeen for making sure the coffee is always ready! We also thank those who do the special coffee hours - the Trinity Guild, the Ladies Aid, Corky Marowske for the Valparaiso Guild, and others for special occasions. If you would like to volunteer to help with coffee hour, sign up on the sheet provided on the display board in the Marowske Room. And, remember to put a little something in the donation cans, helping to ensure that this vital ministry will continue!

INVITE OTHERS

Historic Trinity offers a large variety of opportunities for involvement by you, your family, your co-workers, and your friends through its many Worship Services, Bible classes, events and activities. There are numerous informational and reservation flyers available to make it easier for you to invite them to join with you at a specific worship service or event . Pick up a flyer and pass it on to someone. Remember - 85% of people attend a church because someone asked them to attend. Research by polling says that one in every four people is just waiting to be invited to church. Other research demonstrates that people need to be with people, and fellowship in a congregation helps to meet that need. Individuals are looking for a church where they can enjoy attending church - Historic Trinity is such a church. Give it a try - ask someone to share in the joy and pride of Historic Trinity.

PARISH NURSE - Second and Fourth Sundays

The Historic Trinity Parish Nurse Council provides important services to our members by the caring and professional nurse volunteers from the Historic Trinity congregation who willingly use their God-given talents in our behalf. These dedicated nurses assist us in being more aware of our health - physically, emotionally and spiritually. The nurses hold various health issue seminars at the church throughout the year. One of the parish nurses is available on the second and fourth Sundays of each month from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m. in the Pastor's Study, to take blood pressures and to help answer your health questions. We invite all nurses of the congregation to join the Historic Trinity Parish Nurse Council.

HISTORIC TRINITY ONLINE

Historic Trinity presents two Web Pages. These are amongst the finest church web sites on the Internet, very comprehensive, informative, regularly updated. You may reach the Historic Trinity site at www.historictrinity.org also www.historictrinityinc.org. Take a look at the pages, and see what Historic Trinity is all about in its mission and ministry. If you happen to miss church on a Sunday, or you are out of town, you can "Stay Connected" by going to the current Sunday Bulletin on the Web Page. You can request a prayer, or "Ask the Pastor" a question, enter pages specifically for children's activities, learn about our history, get information regarding our beautiful cathedral, and much more. There are numerous photos (pics), and slide presentations, taken at the many events at Historic Trinity. Check and see if you are in any of these photos, and you can double click on the photo to print it out. You may place orders, make donations, or make reservations using your credit card on our secure internet web pages. Encourage others to check out the Web Pages to learn all about Historic Trinity's mission and ministry.

PRAYER REQUESTS

At Historic Trinity, we offer prayers daily through a prayer chain, or during any Worship Service. Make your prayer chain requests to the church office at 313-567-3100 or 800-268-3058, during office hours 8:30am - 4:30pm. You may also request prayers through our Web Site. If you wish to have a prayer offered during the Worship Services, please call the church office presenting your request. We know that God always listens and answers our prayers in His time, and according to His will. And, this has been demonstrated again and again through the results of the faithful and steadfast prayers of our Historic Trinity Prayer Chain.

ADDRESS & EMAIL UPDATES

In updating the church membership directory recently, we found several home phone numbers are not correct. They were not in service or were disconnected. The church office would greatly appreciate it if you would inform them of any update or change in address, home or work phone number, or email address. We do respect your privacy. Thanks! Our ability to contact you, is only as good as the latest information we have on file. Be sure to update us with emergency contact name and phone number information as well.

You can also make address and email updates on the address-change form on our web site through our secure server. Thanks!

HISTORIC TRINITY

Since 1850 Historic Trinity has maintained its vigil over downtown Detroit through good times and bad, in periods of brilliance and obscurity, as a living vibrant church held in great esteem by its membership and others who have come to worship within its architecturally - one of a kind - splendid facilities. Each person who steps inside Historic Trinity derives their own satisfaction; whether their purpose is to communicate with the past, give thanks for the present, or to find reasonable hope for the future. Here the young and old, the rich and the poor, urban and suburban, walk together. God comes down to all, as each person reaches up to God. Welcome to Historic Trinity, the Mother Church of Detroit Lutheranism, a downtown church that contributes substantially to the cultural and religious environment of metropolitan Detroit. Make Historic Trinity your church home. And do, "Journey Home to Historic Trinity" often.

GIVING OPTIONS - CREDIT CARD

A special option at Historic Trinity is that you have the option for church contributions, memorials, tickets to events, or financial gifts large and small, to donate by cash, check, bank draft, bank passport or credit card. Historic Trinity provides you with these optional ways to make it easier for you to make a contribution, or make reservations, or to support the many excellent activities of this dynamic ministry. One of these options is that you are invited to use your credit card. You may select a specific amount for your contribution each month, be it $10.00, $20.00, $100.00, or whatever you desire. This provides you with a simple way to contribute, even to make bonus points, and have an immediate receipt. You may use MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or any Novus Card, and American Express. To make a church contribution by credit card, all you have to do is call Nancy Ivers at the church office 313-567-3100 or 800-268-3058. Let her know how much you wish to donate each week or month to the church, using your credit card. When you want to stop contributing by credit card just let her know. You may also make credit card donations using our secure server. It’s really easy, and more and more members, and friends of Historic Trinity, are using this credit card option. Another option is to donate appreciated securities. Generally, if you have owned securities for more than one year, not only can you take a charitable deduction base on the fair market value of the securities, but you will also avoid paying a capital gains tax on the appreciation.

USE YOUR CREDIT CARD TO MAKE RESERVATIONS USING THE ABOVE LINK AS WELL.

For more information, call Nancy Ivers at 313-567-3100, or Email Historic Trinity.

THE WORLD'S GREAT CHURCHES

The Dau Church History Library of Historic Trinity is proud to present an excellent collection of books and pamphlets on the world's great churches and cathedrals. There are over 550 booklets that include 340 different churches from over 36 countries around the world. Thank you to those members who have already donated booklets. Do you have a book or pamphlet to donate?

We are in need of someone to catalog and maintain this information. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Eberhard.

RESERVATIONS

RSVP - RSVP - RSVP! Over the next few weeks, there are a lot of activities and events at Historic Trinity that call for reservations. Reservations help us to determine if there are enough persons interested in attending, and it also gives us some idea of how much food and materials to prepare. You may fill out the reservation form included in the Sunday Bulletin, and pay later. Turn or mail in your reservation to the church office, or register online through our secure server. You may also use your credit card for payment.

Please look over the choices, and make your reservation soon. Make your reservation now. Don't be shut out - act now!

THE HOMELESS

Members and friends of the parish continue to generously contribute unused samples of soaps, shampoos, tube socks, hair conditioners, hand lotions, toothpaste, deodorants, aspirins, or any personal care products that they receive in the mail, from dental visits, from cosmetic promotions, or from hotels and motels, for homeless shelters in Detroit and the Metropolitan areas. Please place your items in the box in the Luther Lounge. See Karla Jaeger for information.

EYE GLASSES FOR MISSIONS

Your continued donation of old, new, or unused eyeglasses (also, just lenses) to assist MOST mission teams, around the world, is very much appreciated. MOST is a mission agency which is housed on the campus of Concordia University in Ann Arbor, and is associated with the Michigan District of the LCMS. There is a box located the Luther Lounge for you to place your donated glasses. Great job, members and friends. Thanks!

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

The Historic Trinity "Support Our Troops" project involves the gathering of items for "care packages" to send to specifically named men and women in the United States armed forces in Iraq and elsewhere. Place your items in a plastic bin in the Luther Lounge. Contact Louise Fuqua, Lois Bereza, Janice Nelson, or the church office for information. Recently 60 care packages were mailed to those in the armed forces. The next boxes for our troops will be assembled on Tuesday, May 20, at 9:30 a.m.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

We're looking for a few good youth !!!. Several parents expressed to Vicar Stephen DeMik the desire to have Historic Trinity youth provide some form of community services, rather than merely gather for social outings. This is your last chance to serve at the Ronald McDonald House before the summer break - please sign up to serve on May 11 or June 8, on the bulletin board in the Marowske Room.

CHURCH PARKING

Parking for church services and events is available in the two parking lots adjacent to the church, and for overflow on evenings and weekends in the Brewery Park lots. Please follow directions of the person in the lot, and be sure to obtain a "parking pass" if you park in the Brewery Park parking lots. Do not leave your car parked in the parking lot after church services or an event, the gates will be locked. If you are parked in the Brewery Park section and plan to attend something at the church after the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service, please move your car to the Historic Trinity lot first.

CAR PARKING "ID"

Historic Trinity has an "ID" sticker for your car windshield. Place the sticker in the lower left hand corner (drivers side) of the window. Those automobiles that display an HT windshield sticker will not need a parking pass to the lots adjacent to the church. You will still need to enter the lots from the gate in the church's parking lot. If you do not have a HT sticker you will need a parking pass from the security person. Stickers can be obtained from the security person in the parking lot, or from the church office.

GO GREEN - "SHARE THE RIDE"

With the rising cost of gasoline and the many Detroit freeway detours, consider "Share The Ride" with a fellow member. Review the membership list (copies available in the church office) and see if there might be someone with whom you could share a ride to church services. Talk to Peter Groezinger if you're willing to provide a ride, or if you need a ride to church services.

FEEDING THE HOMELESS

For over 35 years, Fort Street Presbyterian (631 West Fort Street Detroit, MI 48226) has run the Open Door Ministry, serving a meal each week to over 400 individuals (21,000 annually) who are homeless or cannot afford food. In addition to supplying a hot meal, they also provide clothing, showers, medical services, and haircuts. A social worker on site provides counseling for assistance benefits. Job postings are made available in the local area. You can help! They accept volunteers each week on-site-you will be assigned to a certain area, then serve from about 8:30am-11am. If you are unable to volunteer your time, they accept monetary donations as well. (Each meal costs $1.50; to sponsor an entire week is $630.) If you are interested, contact the Church Office; arrangements can be made to meet at Historic Trinity and drive together to Fort Street Presbyterian.

MEMBER PHOTOS

On the third Sunday of each month those members of Historic Trinity Lutheran Church whose photo we do not have are encouraged to have their photo taken. Please go to the church office to inquire where the photos are being taken that day.

PORTALS OF PRAYER

The personal daily devotional booklet Portals of Prayer is now available in the church narthex (rear hall). Large print copies are available in the church office. Use this devotional guide for your personal and spiritual growth.

LUTHERAN HOUR

Lutheran Hour, the radio program of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod can be heard each Sunday at: Detroit - 6:30 a.m. on WRDT (560), and 8:00 am on WDFN (1130), Ann Arbor on WAAM at 7:00 a.m.

PROJECT 12 BASKETS

An additional opportunity by which you can support Historic Trinity is through Project 12 Baskets that provides an on line market where you can donate items to be auctioned to interested buyers. Historic Trinity will receive 70% of the revenue from the sale of your item. Project 12 Baskets draws its name from the Bible event of the feeding of the 5000. The Lord took 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish to feed 5000, and when he was done there was an excess to fill 12 baskets to the top. We all have some excess in our basements, attics, and closets. Donate those items you no longer use: cameras, power tools, antiques, dolls, sporting goods, jewelry, musical instruments--even cars! Project 12 Baskets helps you to turn your gifted leftovers into additional revenue for your church. For more information of Project 12 Baskets or the donating process, visit their website or contact Lauren Kuppe at 586-634-9991 or lkuppe@project12baskets.com, orr talk to Marion Tokarchuk in the church office.

GUILD COUNTER SALES

Visit the Historic Trinity Guild Counter in the Marowske Room for special sales. There are: hinged holiday boxes, bells, pins, puzzles, greeting cards, and much more. All proceeds go for various ministry projects undertaken by the Guild.

HISTORIC TRINITY TILE

At the Guild Counter in the Marowske Room there is available a 3" x 3" ceramic tile containing the symbol of the Trinity. These tiles were made by Pewabic Pottery for Historic Trinity's 150th Anniversary. The tile is a duplicate of a floor tile located near the baptismal font. The tiles comes in green or tan, and are $15.00 each.

OKTOBERFEST DINNER AUCTION - October 1

The Historic Trinity Oktoberfest Dinner/Auction is indeed an elegant black tie dinner - an event you do not want to miss. This year we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Oktoberfest on Wednesday, October 1. And in order to provide room for more people to attend this special dinner we are moving it to the Roostertail on the Detroit River. The splendid evening opens with exquisite hors d'oeuvres and the "Luck of the Draw" auction. Then the "Blessing of the Hops" by Dr. Eberhard, award presentations , "Brewmeister " for each table, a scrumptious full course dinner, and the outstanding "Live Auction". Tickets are $200.00 per person. If you purchase a table for 10, ($2,000.00 per table) by September 1, you will receive $100.00 worth of tickets for "Luck of the Draw" free. Reservations are necessary, and can be made by calling 313-567-3100 or 800-268-3058, or, make your reservations online through our secure server. Make your reservations soon. Talk it up, let's get a spectacular crowd for this exciting 25th Anniversary Dinner/Auction.

TRINITY AVENUE EXHIBIT - "Kitchen Things"

The next display on Trinity Avenue will be a display of kitchen linens, aprons, table clothes, napkins, pot holders, kitchen towels, kitchen utensils, etc. Please bring in now, some of your favorite items and share their beauty with your fellow members. The items must be able to fit into the display cases on Trinity Avenue. For more information talk to Katherine Chesney. The exhibit will be March - April - May

NEXT EXHIBIT - Dogs or Cats

This next exhibit on Trinity Avenue is a display of "Dogs or Cats - Which Are Better" items on loan from members and friends of Historic Trinity. Pictures, memorabilia, etc. Please bring in now, your items to be displayed and share them with your fellow members. The items must be able to fit into the display cases on Trinity Avenue. The display will run June through August.

QUILT MATERIAL

The ladies of Peace Lutheran Church in Detroit make quilts which are given to the homeless in the Detroit area. The ladies are seeking materials such as used sheets, used blankets, or any left over materials from a sewing or craft project. They can also use yarn. Please bring your items to the church. For additional information talk to Marg Erfourth.

COFFEE, COMPUTER, CHAT - New

Starbucks we are not! But our facilities are wireless! So pack up your computer pad, and come on down for a computers night. Genuine Historic Trinity Coffee, your Computer, and lots of Chat. Share ideas, build friendships and do a lot of net working, on 1st Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The Historic Trinity Computer Club is excited to announce the start of Internet 101.The objective of Internet 101 is to encourage Personal and Spiritual growth for families and individuals through the use of the internet. All ages are welcome to attend. Beverages and snacks are provided. Through our shared experiences we hope everyone will learn how to make the internet an enjoyable and productive experience for the entire family. A few of the topics we will cover are: How can the internet be used to improve your spiritual life? How to pay your bills on the internet? How to purchase anything using the internet? How to find information on any topic using the internet? What is Goggle? What is e-mail? What is text messaging? What is eBay? Bring your laptop or if you do not have a laptop come and share a computer with someone.

THANKS FROM GINNY HEADAPOHL

There aren't sufficient words to express my gratitude to all of you. I hoped to wait until I was headache free to thank you. I had no idea it would take over two years. You have given me articles, booklets, and suggestions. You never failed to ask about my health and patiently listen about the newest doctor, medication, or procedure. However, the most important thing you have done for me is to pray. I feel blessed that God has called us to this congregation. Ginny Headapohl.

THANKS FROM VANCE VOELKER

Vance Voelker expresses his thanks to all the members of Historic Trinity Lutheran Church for their continued cards and prayer during his recent illnesses.

CHURCH AIR CONDITIONING

We are blessed to have air conditioning in the church, the main floor, the choir loft, and the chancel are now all air conditioned. You are asked to please not change the thermostats. Due to the size of the church, they must be set at a certain setting to maintain the level of the humidity and the coolness. If you find it cool, we encourage you to bring a jacket or light sweater.

VALPO GUILD - May 9

The Valparaiso University Guild presents its annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, "Poodles and Polka Dots, Pretty in Pink" , Friday, May 9, 12:00 Noon, at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial, $28.00. Fashions by Coldwater Creek. For information or tickets see Corky Marowske.

MEN'S CLUB PROJECT - May 10

The Historic Trinity Men's Club will paint over the graffiti on the small building across the street from the church, owned by Busy Bee Hardware. Busy Bee Hardware will provide all of the painting material. The date for the painting of the Building is scheduled for Saturday May 10, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Randy Goddard is the contact for this event. All men are welcome to help out.

DINNER HONORING VETERANS - May 12

Share an evening honoring our veterans, active military persons, military reserve persons, and national guard persons, at a special Lutheran Veteran's Evening at Historic Trinity on Monday, May 12, at 6:30 p.m. This patriotic evening is open to everyone who supports our veterans, you do not have to be a veteran to attend. There will be hors d'oeuvres and refreshments at 6:30 p.m., with a sit-down dinner at 7:00 p.m., followed by a brief Lutheran Memorial Service in the church, that will include a solo, posting of the colors, taps, and the singing of national hymns. The cost is $20.00 per person, and reservations can be made by calling the church office at 313-567-3100 or 800-268-3058.

You may also make your reservations online through our secure server.

HISTORIC TRINITY GUILD - May 13

On Tuesday May 13, the Historic Trinity Guild, will meet at 6:30 p.m. for dinner at, The Cutting Board Restaurant, 28655 Schoenherr, Warren. All women of the parish are invited. Please sign up on the sign up sheet at the Guild Counter.

REFORMATION COMMITTEE - May 14

The Historic Trinity Reformation Sunday Committee meets on Wednesday, May 14, at Noon to work on the preparations for this year's Reformation Services, Sunday, October 26.

ENRICHING YOUR MARRIAGE - April 13, April 27, May 18

JUNIOR CONFIRMATION - May 18

On Sunday, May 18, the members of the Historic Trinity Lutheran Church Junior Confirmation Class will receive the Rite of Confirmation, during the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service. Dr. James McMicking has been their confirmation instructor for the past year. Congratulations to all confirmands, and may the Lord continue to bless you each day in your journey through life. Doves will be released outside the front door to the church by members of the confirmation class in honor of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon them.

DOWNTOWN LUTHERAN MEMORIAL SUNDAY SERVICE - May 25

Historic Trinity Lutheran Church will host the Downtown Lutheran Memorial Sunday Worship Services on Sunday, May 25, at 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00a.m. Let us remember all of those Lutherans who have gone before us and accomplished so much that we might enjoy the peace and good fortune we have today. Come visit the Lutheran Veterans' Hall and display on the third floor of Otte Hall.

DETROIT TIGERS - May 25

Historic Trinity is hosting an afternoon at the ball park on Sunday, May 25. We have a block of 40 tickets for the Detroit Tigers vs. the Minnesota Twins at 1:00 p.m. Meet at the church at 11:30 a.m. for suds and hot dogs at church. Leave your car at the church (for this game, not other games- sorry ), walk down to Comerica Park (about 5 blocks). Make your reservation early, tickets are on a first come bases. The total cost will be $30.00 per person. Maybe the Detroit Tiger mascot "PAWS" will stop by your seats to welcome the group.

GRADUATES' SUNDAY - June 8

Graduation is an important milestone in a person's life. On Sunday, June 8, in all three Worship Services, we honor all graduates of the parish. Graduates from: Nursery School, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Special Education, Associates Degree, College, or Graduate School, etc. Rev. Dr. John Herzog will preach and he will be assisted by the Historic Trinity Cathedral Pastors. You are encouraged to wear your graduation robe to church on Sunday, June 8th. There will be a reception in the Luther Lounge, following each service, for the graduates. Please provide the church office, three weeks in advance, with the graduate's name, school, and level of graduation, to be included in the Sunday Bulletin, that day.

FATHER'S DAY - June 15

The family unit is the basic element of all society. Families, which have been blessed to have both a father and mother present, can be thankful. On Sunday, June 15, Father's Day, Historic Trinity will say a special thanks to all fathers, in all three worship services. Each male present will receive a gift in honor of fathers, past and present. The Rev. Dr. David Eberhard will deliver the Father Day's message.

DOWNTOWN FREEDOM FESTIVAL - June 29

We are blessed to live in a land of freedom and, especially, blessed to be placed on the border of two great countries- the United States of America and Canada. On Sunday, June 29, special worship services will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., at Historic Trinity, celebrating the friendship between Detroit and Windsor. The St. Andrew's Society Pipe Band (bagpipes and drums) will perform during these services. You will be inspired by the performance of "Amazing Grace" by the bagpipes, drums, and organ. Rev. Donald Neiswender will be the preacher for the day and he will be assisted by the Cathedral Pastors of Historic Trinity.