Worship this Week
This weeken d we celebrate the Second Week of Epiphany.

Come and worship:
  • Saturday at 5:30 pm
  • Sunday at 8:30 am - Handbell Choir
  • Sunday at 10:00 am - Handbell Choir
  • Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Grace Notes - Thoughts from the Pastors
WE ARE BOUND AND WE ARE BOUND
Over my desk hang renderings of the two most influential martyrs and prophets of my life: Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Martin Luther King Jr. On this, the birthday of Dr. King, I spent a little time looking at these two icons as they seemed to stare over my work watchfully. Each was martyred at age 39. Each fought the most formidable evils of their respective times – Nazism and Racism/Segregation. Each articulated a faith in Jesus Christ that drove them not to perfection, but to action and sacrifice. And I ask myself, “What the heck is wrong with you, Olson? With all the injustice and hate around, why are you sitting here?” ... READ MORE

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Council, SMA & You - Meeting Tonight
Every other month, the Council of the Congregation gathers with the Standing Ministry Areas (SMAs) – Worship, Outreach, Learning, Stewardship, Care & Community. These SMAs guide the mission and ministry of the congregation through teams that make up each area. Who are the people on these teams? People like you. People who want to be part of planning and doing the ministry that gives us life.  The meeting will begin in the café at 6:30 pm on Thursday, January 16.  Come and join us!
Seeking Church School Director
HTLC is looking for a person with the passion and skills to oversee learning ministries for children Pre-K thru 5 th grade. This is a part-time position responsible for Church School programs on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Our goal is to invite someone to serve who can participate in a smooth transition process with the current director during the remainder of this program year. Applications are being accepted now and will be accepted until we find the right person to take on this important role.
Qualifications and expectations are outlined in the job description . To apply, submit an application form and a resume with references to Sara Rademacher , Minister for Administration. 
Sub Sandwich Fundraiser for Youth Mission Trips
Pick up an easy meal and help the high schoolers raise money for their summer mission trip. Subs will be available to order on Realm or in the Narthex until January 22. Sandwiches will be made fresh and will be ready to pick up on January 25 or 26 before or after worship. Just in time for the Pro Bowl!
FreeStore
HTLC is collecting towel sets for the FreeStore. You can place towels in the collection bin across from the Red Wall.
The FreeStore ministry team is also looking for volunteers to move furniture and household goods from the FreeStore to the clients’ new homes. We especially need young men and women to help with heavy lifting and carrying. Less-strenuous volunteer work is also available. The team meets at the church on the third Saturday of each month at 8:30 am to carpool to the FreeStore warehouse. We are usually done by 11:30 am. Contact Marty Rathje at 964-2726 if you are interested in helping.
Brew for You - Join Now
Brew for You groups are starting in February. Both Brew for You (Coffee) and Brew for You (Beer) are offered. You will be with a small group of about 10 people and meet monthly for four months. Sign up at online or at the Connections Center.
Dinner for 8 and Dessert for 8 - Join Now
Dinner for 8 and Dessert for 8 groups are starting in February. These small groups meet once a month for four months for either dinner at your house or going out for dessert. Sign up for one or both online or at the Connections Center.
Parents Night Out - Feb. 14
The high schoolers will be hosting a Parent’s Night Out: Valentine's Day on Friday, February 14, from 6:00 to 8:30 pm.  Drop the kids off at the church and grab dinner without feeling rushed, or go see that movie you’ve been wanting to see. A pizza dinner will be provided with juice boxes and fruit. A freewill donation will be collected to support the High School Mission Trip. Please register on Realm!
Call for Nominations
The Nominating Committee is beginning its work for 2020. We will be inviting members to serve in the following positions: Vice President (female), Treasurer, and three open Nominating Committee Members. If you have questions or suggestions contact the Committee Chair, Janet Wee or Pastor Tim
Open Hearts. Open Doors.
God has given us much; blessed us with abundance. God has also called us to do much with what we have received.  Let's join together for this generous undertaking that will fill our city with grace, mercy, love and hope.
Holy Trinity Food Pantry
The Food Pantry is in need of the following items:
  • Recently purchased ground beef, chicken or other mainstay meats that are in 1-2 pound packages. Please place in the freezer located in the Food Pantry. Enter the door in the south hallway marked "Food Pantry Donation Drop Off."
  • Laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, and personal care items (toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, etc)
  • Canned meat
  • Children's books
  • Clean, empty plastic grocery bags
  • Credit/debit card donations at the Giving Station located in the Narthex. 
You may place items in the grocery carts located by the entrances to the church.
Your monetary, food and personal care gifts are an outreach of God's love to the Ankeny community.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
517 SW Des Moines St
Ankeny, IA 50023
515-964-4348

Worship Schedule
Saturdays: 5:30 pm
Sundays: 8:30 and 10:00 am
Wednesdays: 6:00 pm