Mondays and Wednesdays 9AM-5PM in addition to Fridays 9AM-Noon through the 14th of July.July 16-30 Nikki will be on vacation and PC will be in the office on Wednesdays and Fridays 9AM-Noon during that time.
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 MINISTRIESThank you for all of the food donations. We had 4 car loads of food. I have a really big trunk and it was FULL. The workers at the Food Warehouse sent many thanks to everyone. We will help the Women’s Emergency Support Shelter through February. There is a pink list of needs on the bulletin board if you would like to take a picture or make a note, or you canfind a half-sheet list of needs on pink cardstock to take with you shopping if you would liketo help with the many needs they have. A big thank you for the donations that have been coming in. In March we will support our local Community House’s Milky the Cow program by providing the money to purchase 5 gallons of milk each day again. Thank you so much for your continued generosity, our local organizations truly appreciate it. -Social MinistriesTHANK YOU FROM EMERGENCY SHELTERThank you for your generous donation to the Emergency Support Shelter. Your support helps us provide safety, comfort, and new beginnings for those in need. Thank you! -Emergency Support Shelter StaffTHANK YOU FROM ST. HELENS SCHOOLThank you sooo much for all of the comfy and warm clothes you donated for our kiddos. We greatly appreciate it. Sincerely, -St. Helens Super StarsTHANK YOU FROM FAMILY PROMISEWe want to thank you for nourishing our families all year. Each dinner you prepare is more than a meal, it is a reminder that our community surrounds these families with compassion. Your faith in action makes a difference every single day, and we thank you for being the hands and feet of Christ in such a tangible and beautiful way! With heartfelt thanks, -Family Promise StaffOFFERING STATEMENTSOffering statements have been sent out. If you do not receive yours soon, or have any questions, please call the office 360-423-6750.ASH WEDNESDAY at TRINITYNight Service February 18 @ 5:30 PM Following 5 Wednesdays: Soup, bread, and Lenten services at Gloria Dei 5:30 dinner and 6:15 PM service. A schedule and sign-up sheet will soon be posted for bringing soup or bread.TLC LADIES GATHERINGWe are looking forward to our TLC Ladies Tea on Friday, February 13, at 1:30 PM. This year the tea will be just for our church family, but you are welcome to bring a guest. Our themewill be “The Music of Our Lives.” Volunteers are needed to provide tea sandwiches (both sweet and savory). Please RSVP by 2/2. For reservations, call Cynthia at 360-353-3480.Upcoming events include a Game Day on 3/13 and a Lunch Out on 4/10. The final event currently planned for this year will be a baby shower in May to benefit the Crisis Pregnancy Center. All women of the church are warmly invited to participate. We are also always looking for new ideas for activities, ministry projects, and service opportunities for future gatherings. *Don’t forget, our TLC Ladies Bible Study is back in session! The Bible study, which meets on the 4 th Friday, is studying the book of James. We are using a video and book, titled “What You Do Matters.” Fun fact, this also includes some adult coloring. Come join us.Conrath Corner“HERR PASTOR” That is, of course, our Pastor Craig Hafterson. Craig was born in Minneapolis, but they then moved to Tacoma for his father's job. He graduated from Rodgers High School in Puyallup. He then started college at Waldorf City College in Forest City, Iowa, but graduated with a BA in business from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. He went back to college for his BS at the University of Puget Sound. After graduation, he worked for K Mart for 5 years at Spokane, WA, Cheyenne, WY, and Layton, UT. He decided it was not what he wanted to do so he moved back to WA and worked for Big 5 Sporting Goods for 2 1/2 years. Craig then felt that he got a call to become a Pastor so he went to seminary at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN. He interned at Grafton, ND. His first call was at Valier, Montana where he served for 5 years. He was then called to Fairfield, Montana where he was Pastor for two churches for 10 years. He was called here to Trinity in 2009. Craig and Susan were married here at Trinity in 2020 (COVID masks and all) where Susan had been attending. Some personal things about Craig are that he enjoys camping;, liked living near Glacier when in Montana; trained a bird dog; used to hunt pheasants and liked fishing. He enjoys music and played trumpet in high school and college, and played bass guitar and sang in a small band in Fairfield. He didn't start singing until his internship. He especially enjoys Gospel songs and classic rock. He would like to travel more and something he would like to do is learn how to drive a NASCAR. Are we surprised? Craig would like to thank Trinity for their understanding during the death of his parents and during his health problems. He is especially thankful to find Susan here. Pastor Jokes: Jesus turned water into wine, pastors turn sermons into yawns. . . . .My pastor said heaven is closer than you think - especially in traffic. . . .A pastor said Eve was the first to shop without coupons. From the PastorA seminary Professor in a chapel sermon pondered why we go solemn during Lent. His reasoning was that while in Lent we read about Jesus’ journey to the cross, we live in the post time of the cross and that gives us reason for joy even in Lent. I can understand the reasoning behind these feelings; however, I still like the changing seasons and moods of the church year and lectionary One of the reasons I enjoy Lent is the meditative feeling as we journey to the cross of Christ. The changing themes of Jesus’ life help me to remember the whole of Jesus’ life and mission and that it is this cross that is the center of our faith. As Lutherans we base our beliefs in what is termed “The theology of the cross.” Luther himself stated “The cross alone is our theology”. Now admittedly there is no Theology of the Cross without the resurrection, however we also note that the risen Jesus bears the marks of the cross. Dietrich Bonheoffer gave us the phrase ‘Cheap Grace’ which is a grace without the cross however, in all actuality there is no grace at all without the cross. For us we also share in this story not only because in it we find eternal life, but because it becomes a part of our own life. The Lutheran theologian Gerhard Forde writes of this saying: Just as Jesus as crucified so we also are crucified with him. The cross makes us part of its story. The cross becomes our story. That is what it means to say, as Luther did, 'The cross alone is our theology.’ Our life is a journey where we are told that we are to pick up our own crosses. Some days those crosses feel too heavy to bear. However remembering Jesus’ own journey we know that at the end of the journey there will be release, victory, and joy. We stand in that victory even now as we struggle through life for knowing how far we have come on our journey involves remembering the past and remembering the cross. Blessings: Pastor Craig
TLC LADIES GATHERINGWe are looking forward to our TLC Ladies Tea on Friday, February 13, at 1:30 PM. This year the tea will be just for our church family, but you are welcome to bring a guest. Our themewill be “The Music of Our Lives.” Volunteers are needed to provide tea sandwiches (both sweet and savory). Please RSVP by 2/2. For reservations, call Cynthia at 360-353-3480.Upcoming events include a Game Day on 3/13 and a Lunch Out on 4/10. The final event currently planned for this year will be a baby shower in May to benefit the Crisis Pregnancy Center. All women of the church are warmly invited to participate. We are also always looking for new ideas for activities, ministry projects, and service opportunities for future gatherings. *Don’t forget, our TLC Ladies Bible Study is back in session! The Bible study, which meets on the 4 th Friday, is studying the book of James. We are using a video and book, titled “What You Do Matters.” Fun fact, this also includes some adult coloring. Come join us.
Worship at 9:30 on Sundays
Mondays and Wednesdays 9AM-5PM in addition to Fridays 9AM-Noon through the 14th of July.July 16-30 Nikki will be on vacation and PC will be in the office on Wednesdays and Fridays 9AM-Noon during that 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 MINISTRIESThank you for all of the food donations. We had 4 car loads of food. I have a really big trunk and it was FULL. The workers at the Food Warehouse sent many thanks to everyone. We will help the Women’s Emergency Support Shelter through February. There is a pink list of needs on the bulletin board if you would like to take a picture or make a note, or you canfind a half-sheet list of needs on pink cardstock to take with you shopping if you would liketo help with the many needs they have. A big thank you for the donations that have been coming in. In March we will support our local Community House’s Milky the Cow program by providing the money to purchase 5 gallons of milk each day again. Thank you so much for your continued generosity, our local organizations truly appreciate it. -Social MinistriesTHANK YOU FROM EMERGENCY SHELTERThank you for your generous donation to the Emergency Support Shelter. Your support helps us provide safety, comfort, and new beginnings for those in need. Thank you! -Emergency Support Shelter StaffTHANK YOU FROM ST. HELENS SCHOOLThank you sooo much for all of the comfy and warm clothes you donated for our kiddos. We greatly appreciate it. Sincerely, -St. Helens Super StarsTHANK YOU FROM FAMILY PROMISEWe want to thank you for nourishing our families all year. Each dinner you prepare is more than a meal, it is a reminder that our community surrounds these families with compassion. Your faith in action makes a difference every single day, and we thank you for being the hands and feet of Christ in such a tangible and beautiful way! With heartfelt thanks, -Family Promise StaffOFFERING STATEMENTSOffering statements have been sent out. If you do not receive yours soon, or have any questions, please call the office 360-423-6750.ASH WEDNESDAY at TRINITYNight Service February 18 @ 5:30 PM Following 5 Wednesdays: Soup, bread, and Lenten services at Gloria Dei 5:30 dinner and 6:15 PM service. A schedule and sign-up sheet will soon be posted for bringing soup or bread.TLC LADIES GATHERINGWe are looking forward to our TLC Ladies Tea on Friday, February 13, at 1:30 PM. This year the tea will be just for our church family, but you are welcome to bring a guest. Our themewill be “The Music of Our Lives.” Volunteers are needed to provide tea sandwiches (both sweet and savory). Please RSVP by 2/2. For reservations, call Cynthia at 360-353-3480.Upcoming events include a Game Day on 3/13 and a Lunch Out on 4/10. The final event currently planned for this year will be a baby shower in May to benefit the Crisis Pregnancy Center. All women of the church are warmly invited to participate. We are also always looking for new ideas for activities, ministry projects, and service opportunities for future gatherings. *Don’t forget, our TLC Ladies Bible Study is back in session! The Bible study, which meets on the 4 th Friday, is studying the book of James. We are using a video and book, titled “What You Do Matters.” Fun fact, this also includes some adult coloring. Come join us.Conrath Corner“HERR PASTOR” That is, of course, our Pastor Craig Hafterson. Craig was born in Minneapolis, but they then moved to Tacoma for his father's job. He graduated from Rodgers High School in Puyallup. He then started college at Waldorf City College in Forest City, Iowa, but graduated with a BA in business from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. He went back to college for his BS at the University of Puget Sound. After graduation, he worked for K Mart for 5 years at Spokane, WA, Cheyenne, WY, and Layton, UT. He decided it was not what he wanted to do so he moved back to WA and worked for Big 5 Sporting Goods for 2 1/2 years. Craig then felt that he got a call to become a Pastor so he went to seminary at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN. He interned at Grafton, ND. His first call was at Valier, Montana where he served for 5 years. He was then called to Fairfield, Montana where he was Pastor for two churches for 10 years. He was called here to Trinity in 2009. Craig and Susan were married here at Trinity in 2020 (COVID masks and all) where Susan had been attending. Some personal things about Craig are that he enjoys camping;, liked living near Glacier when in Montana; trained a bird dog; used to hunt pheasants and liked fishing. He enjoys music and played trumpet in high school and college, and played bass guitar and sang in a small band in Fairfield. He didn't start singing until his internship. He especially enjoys Gospel songs and classic rock. He would like to travel more and something he would like to do is learn how to drive a NASCAR. Are we surprised? Craig would like to thank Trinity for their understanding during the death of his parents and during his health problems. He is especially thankful to find Susan here. Pastor Jokes: Jesus turned water into wine, pastors turn sermons into yawns. . . . .My pastor said heaven is closer than you think - especially in traffic. . . .A pastor said Eve was the first to shop without coupons. From the PastorA seminary Professor in a chapel sermon pondered why we go solemn during Lent. His reasoning was that while in Lent we read about Jesus’ journey to the cross, we live in the post time of the cross and that gives us reason for joy even in Lent. I can understand the reasoning behind these feelings; however, I still like the changing seasons and moods of the church year and lectionary One of the reasons I enjoy Lent is the meditative feeling as we journey to the cross of Christ. The changing themes of Jesus’ life help me to remember the whole of Jesus’ life and mission and that it is this cross that is the center of our faith. As Lutherans we base our beliefs in what is termed “The theology of the cross.” Luther himself stated “The cross alone is our theology”. Now admittedly there is no Theology of the Cross without the resurrection, however we also note that the risen Jesus bears the marks of the cross. Dietrich Bonheoffer gave us the phrase ‘Cheap Grace’ which is a grace without the cross however, in all actuality there is no grace at all without the cross. For us we also share in this story not only because in it we find eternal life, but because it becomes a part of our own life. The Lutheran theologian Gerhard Forde writes of this saying: Just as Jesus as crucified so we also are crucified with him. The cross makes us part of its story. The cross becomes our story. That is what it means to say, as Luther did, 'The cross alone is our theology.’ Our life is a journey where we are told that we are to pick up our own crosses. Some days those crosses feel too heavy to bear. However remembering Jesus’ own journey we know that at the end of the journey there will be release, victory, and joy. We stand in that victory even now as we struggle through life for knowing how far we have come on our journey involves remembering the past and remembering the cross. Blessings: Pastor Craig
TLC LADIES GATHERINGWe are looking forward to our TLC Ladies Tea on Friday, February 13, at 1:30 PM. This year the tea will be just for our church family, but you are welcome to bring a guest. Our themewill be “The Music of Our Lives.” Volunteers are needed to provide tea sandwiches (both sweet and savory). Please RSVP by 2/2. For reservations, call Cynthia at 360-353-3480.Upcoming events include a Game Day on 3/13 and a Lunch Out on 4/10. The final event currently planned for this year will be a baby shower in May to benefit the Crisis Pregnancy Center. All women of the church are warmly invited to participate. We are also always looking for new ideas for activities, ministry projects, and service opportunities for future gatherings. *Don’t forget, our TLC Ladies Bible Study is back in session! The Bible study, which meets on the 4 th Friday, is studying the book of James. We are using a video and book, titled “What You Do Matters.” Fun fact, this also includes some adult coloring. Come join us.
