Jesus began one of his most familiar parables with "A farmer went out to scatter seed." He frequently used images and illustrations from everyday life to teach his followers about what it means to grow as disciples, as well as some of the struggles and difficulties we encounter along the way. This year during the season of Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter, we'll listen to some of these gospel episodes again; we'll be challenged and encouraged to develop the practices that help us experience God's marvelous love and grow deep roots as disciples of Christ. 

 

This week's sermon will be Untying the "Nots" ( Matthew 6:25-33) by Rev. Steve Price. 

T his week's Mission Box is for West Africa Theological Seminary (WATS). WATS serves one of the fastest-growing segments of the Christian Church in the world, and it focuses squarely on the two greatest needs of the African Church: leadership development and discipleship of believers. (text-to-give keyword: wats)  

Wednesday Night Dinners 

Join us for food, fun & fellowship! The menu for February 21 is cajun sausage ragu, collard greens, southern style rice and black eyed peas, honey rolls, soup, salad, and banana pudding. Dairy and gluten free options are available. The kitchen will be open from 5 - 6:30pm. Adult meals are   $7 , children 6 and up are   $3 , 0-5 eat free with a $ 25 family cap.  

The Disciple's Path course i s a 7 week class for someone wishing to join Trinity or a refresher course for seasoned church members desiring to take the next step in discipleship. It is a unique and engaging approach to the study of discipleship within the context of the Wesleyan/United Methodist heritage and tradition. The next course will be offered on Wednesdays, from March 7 - April 25, 6:30 - 7:30pm in room E232. Monica and Bill Lindberg will be leading, this class is free from non-members and $15 for members. Childcare is available with a reservation. For more information, please contact  Kim Lewerenz (416.3074) or register now!  

 

Tuesday Morning Moms (9:30 - 11:30am, E203) will begin a new study on February 27 called"Believing Jesus: A Journey through the Book of Acts."  Study guides are $10 and available on the first day of class.  Childcare is available.    

Youth Group: Join us at UMYF from 5:30-7:30pm in the Youth Building. We'll have food, fun, and fellowship. Please bring $3 for snack supper.

Gaming Group: Come on Fridays from 7-9pm to play some video games in the Youth Building (or to just hang out and have fun).

Send your "Lucky Charms" to our next Parent's Night Out on March 2, 5:30-8:30pm!  Our themed night includes dinner and St. Patty's activities for all ages, 12 months & walking - 5th grade. $12/child, $30/family cap. Register by February 28.

We are collecting individually wrapped candy for our Easter Celebration treat bags. Please take your candy donation to the Children's Ministries office, (E108) by March 11.

Vacation Bible School: Rolling River Rampage -  experience the ride of a lifetime with God! June 4-8, 9am-12pm for kids going into Kindergarten - 6th grade. Registration begins April 1st.  Volunteers and their children can register today! 

Bring your favorite princess to our Daddy-Daughter dance on February 23 from 5:30-7pm in the Youth Building.  We will have crafts, a photo booth, heavy appetizers and a dance floor. Please sign up here by February 22. $10 per dad, daughters are free.  Contact Amy for questions.