MISSION SUPPORT EXPLORE WAYS TO GIVE GIVE ONLINE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN TRINITY FOUNDATION MISSION SUPPORT ELCA Global Mission The ELCA is a church that rolls up its sleeves and gets to work! ELCA Global Mission helps grow the Lutheran church around the world. Your donations send missionaries and volunteers to work alongside our global companions, train leaders, plant new churches and grow existing ones. Over 240 ELCA missionaries serve in more than 40 countries around the world, invited by global church partners to work together hand-in-hand. Some are doctors in rural areas. Others teach children where there are few opportunities to go to school. Others work in seminaries that prepare pastors and future church leaders. Others support, nurture and preach in some of the fastest growing Lutheran congregations in the world. No matter where or how they serve, every one of these missionaries needs your prayers, support and gifts to succeed in their work. Your gift connects you directly to these missionaries. You make their life-chan ging ministry happen. Support ELCA Global Mission You can sign up to support ELCA Global Mission by adding your name on the calendar in the back of the sanctuary and placing cash or a check in the offering plate on Sundays or give directly to the church office. You can also give on Trinity's Online Giving page under 'Special Gifts'.

PASTORAL TRANSITION EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT Trinity's Pastoral Transition Welcome to our New Pastor, Adam Teske The Church Council is excited to announce that Pastor Adam Teske has accepted the congregation’s call to be our next solo pastor. The great work of the Transition Team creating our Trinity Ministry Site Profile and the Call Committee’s diligent work in screening and interviewing candidates made this a successful process and outcome. The connections he was able to make with the Call Committee and the responses that he gave to their thoughtful questions solidified in their view that he is the right person to help lead Trinity through the next stage of our journey. Based on the recommendation of the Call Committee, the Church Council presented Pastor Adam to the congregation at a special congregational meeting on July 12. There the congregation voted to extend the call to Pastor Adam and he has graciously accepted and is looking forward to joining the great work of Trinity Lutheran Church. Pastor Adam will begin his service to Trinity on Wednesday, September 2, and his official Installation Sunday with the congregation and Synod Bishop will be Sunday, September 20. Trinity Lutheran Church MSP Summary Call Committee Corner The Call Committee Corner serves as a dedicated space for the committee to provide the congregation with regular updates throughout the process of calling a new pastor. Special Congregational Meeting & Call Committee Announcement We have some exciting news to share! The Call Committee has completed its work and is thrilled to recommend a candidate to become our next pastor. Please mark your calendars for a Special Congregational Meeting on Sunday, July 12 at 10:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall . The purpose of this meeting will be to officially vote on issuing a call to our new pastor. All members of the congregation are encouraged to attend this important and joyful milestone in the life of our church. Thank you for your continued prayers and faithfulness throughout this season. God is doing wonderful things in our community, and we can’t wait to take this next step together! Blessings, Trinity Lutheran Church Council June 2026 Update: The Call Committee is currently in a season of discernment and have begun the process of gathering and reviewing nominations for pastoral candidates. We are thankful to everyone who has submitted nominations and appreciate the thoughtful participation and support from the congregation. We are also grateful for the guidance and partnership of the Synod as we move through this important process together. Please continue to keep the Call Committee, our congregation, and future candidates in your prayers as we seek God’s wisdom and direction in the weeks ahead. May 2026 Update: The Call Committee met with Pastor Jen Collins recently to review the process for calling a new pastor. The Minneapolis Area Synod is currently working to match our Ministry Site Profile (MSP) with potential pastoral candidates. We have concluded the nomination process and are moving into the next phase of discernment. We ask for your continued prayers, patience, and support as we move forward together in this season of transition. Trinity Call Committee Rachel Blackketter Terri Gens Tom Lindberg Richard Murray Gina Phearman Jake Rosholt Have questions? If you have thoughts or questions regarding the pastoral transition, please reach out to the church office.

At Trinity Lutheran Church, we live by the grace of God that brings change to our lives through faith in Christ. Trinity is a vibrant and growing congregation, welcoming all people to worship, pray, learn, and serve with us. We have a long history of sharing the love of God in Christ Jesus in Watertown, MN, and beyond. Welcome Worship With Us Sundays 9:00 am Onsite & Online WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP WORSHIP Join us as we live out our faith as God's faithful people in worship, music and prayer. Find information here about our weekly worship services, both in-person and online. WORSHIP LEARN MORE Find out more about this community of faith that is shining in the light of God. Dig deeper, make connections, and discover how God might be calling you! ABOUT TRINITY GIVE Your gifts help us to live faithfully and change lives. As faithful people, we tend to the needs of others and our church’s ministry when we share our gifts, talents and resources. WAYS TO GIVE Upcoming Events Serve Prayer Request Contact Ministries Adults Children (Birth - Grade 5) Youth (Grades 6 - 12) Changing Lives. Faithful Living.

BOOK CLUB EXPLORE ADULT MINISTRY BIBLE STUDIES MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS Trinity Book Club The Trinity Book Club gathers to discuss books that are chosen from suggestions by the group. New readers are always welcome. All are invited to join us for fellowship and engaging conversation each month. Email Diane Johnson to be added to the Trinity Book Club email list for notifications on upcoming books and meeting locations. Check out our upcoming book selections: July Date: Monday, July 11, 6:30 pm Book: The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel August Date: Monday, August 1, 6:30 pm Book: Beautiful Country by Qian Julie Wang September Date: Monday, September 12, 6:30 pm Book: The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah October Date: Monday, October 2, 6:30 pm Book: Chasing Fireflies by Charles Martin November Date: Monday, November 7, 6:30 pm Book: State of Wonder by Ann Patchett December Date: Monday, December 5, 6:30 pm Book: The Winners by Fredrik Backman

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY EXPLORE CHILDREN'S MINISTRY BAPTISM SUNDAY SCHOOL VIRTUAL CORNER VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FIRST COMMUNION Children's Ministry Virtual Corner Welcome to Trinity’s Children’s Ministry Virtual Corner! On this page, you’ll find videos and information on how to follow along with our Sunday School curriculum from your home, on your phone, or wherever you are! Each month, we’ll post the weekly “Big Idea”, Bible stories, and learning videos for you to enjoy. If you plan on following along each week and would like the coloring pages that accompany each week’s Big Idea and a Spark Children's Bible to read the bible stories at home, please contact Chelsea Farniok at cfarniok@trin.org . Theme of the Month: Rise Up Grab your hiking boots and pitch a tent. It’s time to summit through the story of Jesus, who rose from death and gave us everything we need for our journey. This month, we’re learning about how the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection strengthens us and changes our relationships in the best way. Everyone will have a chance to put these ideas in their backpack to carry with them always: Jesus overcame death. Jesus connects us to each other. Jesus gives encouragement. We are stronger with Jesus. Memory Verse If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. — Romans 10:9 (NIV) Week 1 This week, we learn that Jesus rose up from the dead. The Big Idea Bible Story Mark 16:1-8 (Spark Bible, page 482) WEEK 1 LEARNING VIDEO Week 3 This week, we learn that Jesus helps his friends rise up when they’re feeling down. The Big Idea Bible Story John 21:1-17 WEEK 3 LEARNING VIDEO Week 2 This week, we learn that hope was rising up as Jesus appeared to his disciples. The Big Idea Bible Story John 20:19-31 (Spark Bible, page 492) WEEK 2 LEARNING VIDEO Week 4 This week, we learn that Jesus rises up to heaven but promises to always be with us. The Big Idea Bible Story Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:3-11 (Spark Bible, pages 496-499) WEEK 4 LEARNING VIDEO Questions about Children's Ministry? Contact Children's Ministry Coordinator, Chelsea Farniok at cfarniok@trin.org .

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Thank you for registering for Vacation Bible School! Payment Options Cost: $20 per child, $50 max/family You have the option to pay online or by cash or check to the church office. To pay online, click the button below to be directed to Trinity's secure online giving site. If you would prefer to give by cash or check, please drop off or mail your payment to the Trinity church office. PAY ONLINE When your online payment is complete, you should receive two email confirmations. One for your VBS registration and one for your online payment. < BACK TO VBS PAGE

SERVICE PROJECT EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS The Sandwich Project Congregation-Wide Service Project Sunday, November 16 10:00 am Together, we’ll help feed our neighbors in need and make a difference—one sandwich at a time. The Sandwich Project of Minnesota is a grassroots organization that provides thousands of sandwiches each week to shelters and food shelves in the metro area, helping feed people experiencing hunger throughout the year. Trinity is excited to join this effort on Sunday, November 16 with an onsite congregation-wide service project! The ingredients will be provided and we'll need your help to assemble the sandwiches. All ages are welcome to join us following worship that day to help out. Have questions about The Sandwich project? Contact Chelsea Farniok for more information.

WHAT WE BELIEVE EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT Understanding Our Faith Trinity is a Lutheran church, which means we understand our relationship with God begins with what God is doing in our lives. We are created by God the Father, reclaimed by Jesus Christ when we wander away, and guided by the Holy Spirit in our daily walk with God. We believe that we are claimed by God in Holy Baptism and that our faith is sustained by receiving Holy Communion. We worship weekly, finding hope in the presence of God in our midst. Our life of faith is expressed with three goals in mind: We are committed to Being Church in New Ways We are always looking for new and creative ways to share the new life we have found in Jesus Christ. We are committed to Seeing God in Our Daily Lives We are always on the lookout for the presence of God every single day. We are committed to Reaching Out to Those Living on the Margins We are always looking for ways to share the gifts of God with those around us – food, clothing, and support of many kinds. In short, Trinity is about Faithful Living and Changing Lives. "Faithful Living" is not perfect living, it's not flawless living, it's not faultless living. It's Faithful Living. Doing our best, making mistakes, being forgiven, and forgiving others. "Changing Lives" is about being church in new ways, seeing God at work every day, and reaching out to those living in poverty. And as lives are changed around us, we find that our own lives are changed as well. About the ELCA Trinity Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The ELCA is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with about 4 million members in nearly 10,000 congregations across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The ELCA shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. This faith comes through the good news of Jesus Christ and gives us the freedom and the courage to wonder, discover, and boldly participate in what God is up to in the world. The ELCA is a church that is always being made new and, at the same time, is deeply rooted in Scripture, Lutheran theology, and Lutheran confessions. We are also rooted in the vibrant, diverse communities and rich histories of our congregations. It’s through these roots that the Holy Spirit guides and nourishes us so that we can be a church that is both resilient and always new. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ELCA

SUNDAY SCHOOL EXPLORE CHILDREN'S MINISTRY BAPTISM SUNDAY SCHOOL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FIRST COMMUNION Sunday School 3 years old – 5th grade Sunday School begins September 13! Sundays, 10:00-10:45 am SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION Who: Children who are 3 years old (by 9/1/2026) - Grade 5 (2026-2027 school year) Where: Trinity Lutheran Church When: Sunday mornings Time: 10:00 - 10:45 am Suggested Donation: $20 per child, $50 max/family Sunday School begins at 10:00 am, just after our church service. Children will be placed in a Sunday School classroom by age. (Preschool, Kindergarten-1st Grade, 2nd-3rd Grade, 4th-5th Grade). In each lesson, they’ll hear the featured Bible Story, watch a short learning video, explaining the Bible Story in modern, easy-to-understand language, explore the Big Idea with a game or activity, and sing songs of praise. Interested in Helping? Our Sunday School lessons are led by a rotation of wonderful parent volunteers. Each group has a lead volunteer and a helper for the week. We can always use more volunteers, so contact Chelsea if you’re interested in helping. Questions about Sunday School? Contact Children's Ministry Coordinator, Chelsea Farniok at cfarniok@trin.org .

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BULLETINS EXPLORE WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP MUSIC BULLETINS WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Worship Bulletins Click on the links below to view worship bulletins. Sunday, October 18, 2026 Sunday, October 11, 2026 Sunday, October 4, 2026 Sunday, September 27, 2026 Sunday, September 20, 2026 Sunday, September 13, 2026 Sunday, September 6, 2026 Sunday, August 30, 2026 Sunday, August 23, 2026 Sunday, August 16, 2026 Sunday, August 9, 2026

COVID-19 UPDATE EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT COVID-19 Response at Trinity April 2022 Dear Trinity Family and Friends, We are encouraged by the number of cases of Covid-19 in our midst as they continue to decrease in our community, state, and nation! In light of that, we are returning to have facemasks be optional for our in-person gatherings. Please continue to use common sense in your daily health practices, and please respect the behavior of those who might continue to keep higher safeguards in place due to personal health issues. Our hope is that our ongoing vigilance will continue to help keep the spread of Covid-19 in our congregation and community to a minimum. Thank you for your patience, encouragement, and support! Stay Calm. Stay Connected. Shine on. In the face of a global pandemic, God has led us with faith, hope, and love into a future that no one expected. We give thanks for all the ways God has kept us together in the past year, and we look forward to how God will continue to guide us into a "new normal" of vibrant ministry! Spirit SWAG Devotional Videos The spirit of God is with us everyday as we continue to SWAG (Smile, Wave and Greet) one another and shine in the light of God. PREVIOUS SPIRIT SWAG VIDEOS Leadership Thank you for your ongoing support of these leaders as we follow God's vision toward a bright and faithful future! If you see them, please thank them for their work! Church Council Diane Holmes, Corky Ibeling, Jason Koets, Carol Murray, Nick Neaton, Nancy Pickering, Nancy Stello, Ken Tufte, Tammy Vraspir COVID-19 Response Team Robyn Behrens, Alyson Blakstad, Allison Neaton, Eileen Nelson, Kari Olson, Scott Phearman, Jim Sandquist, Dan Sieling Church Staff Pastor Engholm, Robyn Behrens, Gail Cassidy, Mary Jech, Hannah Rosholt