Organist, Handbell Choir Director: Ginger Walworth Music Director: David Walworth Hostess: Melinda MoonCongregational President: Tom Huffman Office Manager / Clerk: Nikki VanCleef
A variety of instruments and musicChoral ChoirBell ChoirGuest musiciansAll skill levels can participate
HISTORICAL PIPE ORGANIn the aftermath of the earthquake we experienced in 1949, Rev. Cauble went into the small closet which housed 17 ranks of pipes for our original organ. He spent a great deal of time trying to straighten out the pipes, and was successful.As the new church building was opened in 1964, the old organ (which was rebuilt by Balcom and Vaughn of Seattle) was replaced with what was known as the largest and most beautiful organ in SW Washington.
(We have musicians at all skill levels and some are trained teachers who can find a way to use and enhance your skills in music. Left) The church organ now has 4 manuals and 40 ranks of pipes placed in positions in front of the new, huge stained glass window in the front of Trinity. The new church is 128 feet long, 48 feet wide , and rises 50 feet in the air at the peak of the roof. This has allowed the beautiful sound of music played to resound in the interior of the church.
Quilters meet in the church basement every Monday at 10:00.Non-members welcome
Family Promise: Trinity Lutheran Church is a part of an affiliation of churches, social services, and community members that help provide a hand up for homeless children and their families.
SOCIAL MINISTRIESWe have given underwear, socks, sweats, backpacks and school supplies to both St. Helens and Wallace Elementary schools, this month we will be giving to Kessler and hopefully more schools in our local area. Thank you to all who have donated to this ministry and blessed those in need. Please continue to pray for this ministry, the schools and the families.TLC LADIESOctober 9 (2nd Friday of the month.) the women are planning a trip to Vancouver to visit Barnes & Noble bookstore, including Starbucks in the store and then onto lunch at Olive Garden. Will be leaving the church about 9:30. Transportation will be by Private car or a van will need to know how many people so we can make appropriate arrangements so please let Cynthia know if you are able to attend. (503-860-6544.) There would be a charge for the van divided by the number of people going. And of course, lunch would be on your own.There will be no time change from our regular schedule!November 13th we will be back at the church Library at 1:30 for a seasonal craft. There may be a slight charge.December 11 at 1:30 will be our annual cookie and white elephant exchange & carols Everybody brings about three dozen cookies to trade, & our carol sing. Please bring a white elephant or a small gift of something you had made or a surprise for an Elephant exchange. No elephants will be harmed during this exchange TLC LADIES BIBLE STUDYWe’ll meet on 10/23 at 10 AMContinuing with the book study and video “In the footsteps of the Savior” by Max Lucas We will discuss the schedule for November December, as it is close to Thanksgiving and Christmas time.EVANGELISM COMMITTEE UPDATEThe Evangelism Committee has been busy looking at ways we can make Trinity Lutheran Church an even more welcoming and inviting place for our members, visitors, and community and we’re excited that some of those ideas are already becoming reality!Be on the lookout for a new quilt displayed in the women’s bathroom! This rotating display is a wonderful way to showcase the beautiful work of Trinity’s Quilting Ministry. We are also happy to share that the quilters will be shipping quilts through Lutheran World Relief this month, while providing quilts to our local community, including Community House, Beth's Place, the Battered Women’s Shelter, and other agencies. What a blessing to see this ministry sharing warmth and Christ’s love both near and far!Reconnecting with Trinity’s past members remains an important focus. We are continuing to reach out to current members for help locating former confirmation students and others who have been part of Trinity over the years. We are also working to update our church directory. If you have updated contact information for yourself, your family, or former members, please let us know. Your help will make a difference as we extend a warm invitation to reconnect with Trinity.Look for our special Sunday take-home invitations in the narthex throughout October! Feel free to take one for yourself and another to share with a friend, neighbor, family member, or someone in your everyday life. These invitations highlight upcoming worship services and provide a simple way to invite others to join us. Evangelism doesn’t have to be complicated; it can begin with a personal invitation and a simple, “Come worship with us!”Please continue to keep this ministry and those we hope to reach in your prayers. Together, we can help make Trinity a place where people experience welcome, fellowship, and the grace of Christ.QUILTERS CORNERStitched with Love, Shared with the WorldThe Trinity Lutheran Quilters have had a busy and productive year! Even with the challenge of waiting for the elevator to be repaired, our dedicated quilters have found creative ways to keep stitching. By utilizing the library, the main-floor conference room, and several workstations in the basement, we have continued to create beautiful quilts that will bring warmth, comfort, and love to those in need.Throughout September, our quilts were proudly displayed in the sanctuary each Sunday and received a special blessing on Sunday, September 27. Now, October brings another busy season as we prepare our quilts for the Lutheran World Relief Ingathering. Each quilt must be carefully packed, weighed, and labeled in preparation for pickup at the end of the month. Stay tuned for next month’s newsletter, when we’ll share the total number of quilts shipped around the world and distributed to our local community!October Quilt Raffle ~ Two Beautiful Quilts!To help defray shipping expenses and the cost of supplies not received through donations, we are excited to raffle off two special quilts this month!Christmas Quilt: A beautiful holiday-themed quilt, perfect for celebrating the Christmas season. Approximately 76 x 58Pieced top Quilt: A lovely quilt created from an unfinished quilt top generously donated to our ministry. Our quilters completed it with love, giving it new life and purpose. Approximately 144x 88Raffle tickets will be available every Sunday throughout October, including Reformation Sunday. The lucky winners will be drawn during the Reformation Sunday potluck. Your participation helps us continue sharing God’s love, one quilt at a time!Fabric Donations & Helping Hands Welcome!We are always grateful for donations of cotton fabric. If you or someone in your circle has an abundance of cotton fabric looking for a new home, please consider donating it to our quilting ministry. We would be happy to help arrange a donation!And remember, there is always room for more hands and hearts at our quilting tables!We gather every Monday from 10:00 a.m. until noon, followed by fellowship over a bring-your-own sack lunch. No quilting experience is necessary! We work in stations, so there is a meaningful way for everyone to participate.Come for the quilting, stay for the fellowship, and help us share Trinity’s love with our neighbors near and far.Every stitch is a prayer, every quilt is a gift, and every helping hand makes a difference.Conrath CornerThose yummy Lindt candy balls you see around church are mostly supplied by MELANIE JECHORT. Melanie is one of three girls born to Jae and Eleanor Jechort (who we knew at Trinity for her musical talent) but has lost her parents and sisters. She was raised in Clarkson, Washington but was born in Lewiston, Idaho since there was no maternity ward in Clarkson.After graduating from high school in Clarkson she attended PLU and graduated in 1975 in Education and Music. She taught Jr. High in Walla Walla for a few years and then followed her sister to the west side of the mountains where she taught in high school. She retired early from teaching at Mark Morris to take care of her mother and sister.Melanie said she has always loved music and started singing when she was three years old and would listen when her mother taught piano lessons. The first song she learned to sing was the theme song from Davy Crockett.Melanie has taught piano lessons, sung in the Community Choir and in church choirs, including the one here at Trinity. She got a virus in her vocal cords and could not sing, but it is improving and we are all thankful for that. Melanie belongs to the Evangelism Committee at Trinity, is involved in book clubs, and volunteers for things in the community.She is currently involved in raising money to buy Chihuly pieces, made by local glass artist Dale Chihuly to be displayed in the Longview Public Library. Some things Melanie remembers well are the trip to the Scandinavian countries her mother took her and her sister on, and a trip to New York with a friend where they did lots of touristy things.REFORMATIONOn Sunday, October 25 at 10:00 a.m., Trinity will be hosting the Lower Columbia Conference Lutheran churches for a Joint Reformation Worship service. Joey Ager, Director of Design for Peace and Congregation Vitality from the Synod Office will be preaching. There will be a joint Reformation choir, with a rehearsal at 8:45 a.m.. Following the service, there will be a potluck lunch. Remember to wear RED that Sunday!
TLC LADIESOctober 9 (2nd Friday of the month.) the women are planning a trip to Vancouver to visit Barnes & Noble bookstore, including Starbucks in the store and then onto lunch at Olive Garden. Will be leaving the church about 9:30. Transportation will be by Private car or a van will need to know how many people so we can make appropriate arrangements so please let Cynthia know if you are able to attend. (503-860-6544.) There would be a charge for the van divided by the number of people going. And of course, lunch would be on your own.There will be no time change from our regular schedule!November 13th we will be back at the church Library at 1:30 for a seasonal craft. There may be a slight charge.December 11 at 1:30 will be our annual cookie and white elephant exchange & carols Everybody brings about three dozen cookies to trade, & our carol sing. Please bring a white elephant or a small gift of something you had made or a surprise for an Elephant exchange. No elephants will be harmed during this exchange TLC LADIES BIBLE STUDYWe’ll meet on 10/23 at 10 AMContinuing with the book study and video “In the footsteps of the Savior” by Max Lucas We will discuss the schedule for November December, as it is close to Thanksgiving and Christmas time.
A variety of instruments and musicChoral ChoirBell ChoirGuest musiciansAll skill levels can participate
(We have musicians at all skill levels and some are trained teachers who can find a way to use and enhance your skills in music. The church organ now has 4 manuals and 40 ranks of pipes placed in positions in front of the new, huge stained glass window in the front of Trinity. The new church is 128 feet long, 48 feet wide , and rises 50 feet in the air at the peak of the roof. This has allowed the beautiful sound of music played to resound in the interior of the church.
Quilters meet in the church basement every Monday at 10:00.Non-members welcome
Quilts made at Trinity are sent out to various needs in the community as an outreach project.
Family Promise: Trinity Lutheran Church is a part of an affiliation of churches, social services, and community members that help provide a hand up for homeless children and their families.
SOCIAL MINISTRIESWe have given underwear, socks, sweats, backpacks and school supplies to both St. Helens and Wallace Elementary schools, this month we will be giving to Kessler and hopefully more schools in our local area. Thank you to all who have donated to this ministry and blessed those in need. Please continue to pray for this ministry, the schools and the families.TLC LADIESOctober 9 (2nd Friday of the month.) the women are planning a trip to Vancouver to visit Barnes & Noble bookstore, including Starbucks in the store and then onto lunch at Olive Garden. Will be leaving the church about 9:30. Transportation will be by Private car or a van will need to know how many people so we can make appropriate arrangements so please let Cynthia know if you are able to attend. (503-860-6544.) There would be a charge for the van divided by the number of people going. And of course, lunch would be on your own.There will be no time change from our regular schedule!November 13th we will be back at the church Library at 1:30 for a seasonal craft. There may be a slight charge.December 11 at 1:30 will be our annual cookie and white elephant exchange & carols Everybody brings about three dozen cookies to trade, & our carol sing. Please bring a white elephant or a small gift of something you had made or a surprise for an Elephant exchange. No elephants will be harmed during this exchange TLC LADIES BIBLE STUDYWe’ll meet on 10/23 at 10 AMContinuing with the book study and video “In the footsteps of the Savior” by Max Lucas We will discuss the schedule for November December, as it is close to Thanksgiving and Christmas time.EVANGELISM COMMITTEE UPDATEThe Evangelism Committee has been busy looking at ways we can make Trinity Lutheran Church an even more welcoming and inviting place for our members, visitors, and community and we’re excited that some of those ideas are already becoming reality!Be on the lookout for a new quilt displayed in the women’s bathroom! This rotating display is a wonderful way to showcase the beautiful work of Trinity’s Quilting Ministry. We are also happy to share that the quilters will be shipping quilts through Lutheran World Relief this month, while providing quilts to our local community, including Community House, Beth's Place, the Battered Women’s Shelter, and other agencies. What a blessing to see this ministry sharing warmth and Christ’s love both near and far!Reconnecting with Trinity’s past members remains an important focus. We are continuing to reach out to current members for help locating former confirmation students and others who have been part of Trinity over the years. We are also working to update our church directory. If you have updated contact information for yourself, your family, or former members, please let us know. Your help will make a difference as we extend a warm invitation to reconnect with Trinity.Look for our special Sunday take-home invitations in the narthex throughout October! Feel free to take one for yourself and another to share with a friend, neighbor, family member, or someone in your everyday life. These invitations highlight upcoming worship services and provide a simple way to invite others to join us. Evangelism doesn’t have to be complicated; it can begin with a personal invitation and a simple, “Come worship with us!”Please continue to keep this ministry and those we hope to reach in your prayers. Together, we can help make Trinity a place where people experience welcome, fellowship, and the grace of Christ.QUILTERS CORNERStitched with Love, Shared with the WorldThe Trinity Lutheran Quilters have had a busy and productive year! Even with the challenge of waiting for the elevator to be repaired, our dedicated quilters have found creative ways to keep stitching. By utilizing the library, the main-floor conference room, and several workstations in the basement, we have continued to create beautiful quilts that will bring warmth, comfort, and love to those in need.Throughout September, our quilts were proudly displayed in the sanctuary each Sunday and received a special blessing on Sunday, September 27. Now, October brings another busy season as we prepare our quilts for the Lutheran World Relief Ingathering. Each quilt must be carefully packed, weighed, and labeled in preparation for pickup at the end of the month. Stay tuned for next month’s newsletter, when we’ll share the total number of quilts shipped around the world and distributed to our local community!October Quilt Raffle ~ Two Beautiful Quilts!To help defray shipping expenses and the cost of supplies not received through donations, we are excited to raffle off two special quilts this month!Christmas Quilt: A beautiful holiday-themed quilt, perfect for celebrating the Christmas season. Approximately 76 x 58Pieced top Quilt: A lovely quilt created from an unfinished quilt top generously donated to our ministry. Our quilters completed it with love, giving it new life and purpose. Approximately 144x 88Raffle tickets will be available every Sunday throughout October, including Reformation Sunday. The lucky winners will be drawn during the Reformation Sunday potluck. Your participation helps us continue sharing God’s love, one quilt at a time!Fabric Donations & Helping Hands Welcome!We are always grateful for donations of cotton fabric. If you or someone in your circle has an abundance of cotton fabric looking for a new home, please consider donating it to our quilting ministry. We would be happy to help arrange a donation!And remember, there is always room for more hands and hearts at our quilting tables!We gather every Monday from 10:00 a.m. until noon, followed by fellowship over a bring-your-own sack lunch. No quilting experience is necessary! We work in stations, so there is a meaningful way for everyone to participate.Come for the quilting, stay for the fellowship, and help us share Trinity’s love with our neighbors near and far.Every stitch is a prayer, every quilt is a gift, and every helping hand makes a difference.Conrath CornerThose yummy Lindt candy balls you see around church are mostly supplied by MELANIE JECHORT. Melanie is one of three girls born to Jae and Eleanor Jechort (who we knew at Trinity for her musical talent) but has lost her parents and sisters. She was raised in Clarkson, Washington but was born in Lewiston, Idaho since there was no maternity ward in Clarkson.After graduating from high school in Clarkson she attended PLU and graduated in 1975 in Education and Music. She taught Jr. High in Walla Walla for a few years and then followed her sister to the west side of the mountains where she taught in high school. She retired early from teaching at Mark Morris to take care of her mother and sister.Melanie said she has always loved music and started singing when she was three years old and would listen when her mother taught piano lessons. The first song she learned to sing was the theme song from Davy Crockett.Melanie has taught piano lessons, sung in the Community Choir and in church choirs, including the one here at Trinity. She got a virus in her vocal cords and could not sing, but it is improving and we are all thankful for that. Melanie belongs to the Evangelism Committee at Trinity, is involved in book clubs, and volunteers for things in the community.She is currently involved in raising money to buy Chihuly pieces, made by local glass artist Dale Chihuly to be displayed in the Longview Public Library. Some things Melanie remembers well are the trip to the Scandinavian countries her mother took her and her sister on, and a trip to New York with a friend where they did lots of touristy things.REFORMATIONOn Sunday, October 25 at 10:00 a.m., Trinity will be hosting the Lower Columbia Conference Lutheran churches for a Joint Reformation Worship service. Joey Ager, Director of Design for Peace and Congregation Vitality from the Synod Office will be preaching. There will be a joint Reformation choir, with a rehearsal at 8:45 a.m.. Following the service, there will be a potluck lunch. Remember to wear RED that Sunday!
TLC LADIESOctober 9 (2nd Friday of the month.) the women are planning a trip to Vancouver to visit Barnes & Noble bookstore, including Starbucks in the store and then onto lunch at Olive Garden. Will be leaving the church about 9:30. Transportation will be by Private car or a van will need to know how many people so we can make appropriate arrangements so please let Cynthia know if you are able to attend. (503-860-6544.) There would be a charge for the van divided by the number of people going. And of course, lunch would be on your own.There will be no time change from our regular schedule!November 13th we will be back at the church Library at 1:30 for a seasonal craft. There may be a slight charge.December 11 at 1:30 will be our annual cookie and white elephant exchange & carols Everybody brings about three dozen cookies to trade, & our carol sing. Please bring a white elephant or a small gift of something you had made or a surprise for an Elephant exchange. No elephants will be harmed during this exchange TLC LADIES BIBLE STUDYWe’ll meet on 10/23 at 10 AMContinuing with the book study and video “In the footsteps of the Savior” by Max Lucas We will discuss the schedule for November December, as it is close to Thanksgiving and Christmas time.
