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PARTNERSHIPS EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) Trinity Lutheran Church belongs to the Minneapolis Area Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA). The ELCA is a church that believes God is calling us into the world — together. Trinity is one of 155 ELCA congregations supported by the Minneapolis Area Synod. www.elca.org www.mpls-synod.org Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota This organization advocates and provides services for adoptive parents, children, homeless youth, people with disabilities and the elderly in Minnesota. These services seek to help all people live and work in the community with safety, dignity, and hope. www.lssmn.org Love INC - Heartland Love INC Heartland is a neighbor helping neighbor organization designed to mobilize area churches to help meet the needs of their neighbors. Love INC – Heartland serves Delano, Howard Lake, Maple Plain, Rockford, Waverly, Montrose and Watertown. www.loveincheartland.org Watertown Gather & Grow Food Shelf Gather and Grow Food Shelf is a community organization providing food and supportive services to those in need. They are committed to serving families in a pleasant, dignified environment. They offer food and groceries, household essentials, personal care items, monthly mobile grocery delivery, life skills classes, birthday bags, pet food, and seasonal kids resources. www.gatherandgrowmn.org Water's Edge Ministries Water's Edge Ministries (formally Green Lake Lutheran Ministries) presents the life-changing love of Jesus in the vibrant settings of camps and retreats. Trinity encourages youth to attend summer camps and experience this unique way of feeling Christ's love. Family camps and retreats are also offered. www.gllm.org ELCA Good Gifts ELCA Good Gifts provides more than 50 different gift-giving options that grow the church, fight hunger and transform lives. These gifts include farm animals to help communities with sustainable food and income, health and medical supplies, and food security resources. These donations provide direct support for the church wide ministries of the ELCA around the world. goodgifts.elca.org Feed My Starving Children As a Christian non-profit organization, Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) is called to feed God’s starving children hungry in body and spirit. Meals are specially formulated for malnourished children and are packed by hand. They are then donated to FMSC food partners around the world, where kids are fed and lives are saved! www.fmsc.org Living Lutheran The Magazine of The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. www.livinglutheran.org

MINISTRIES EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS Ministries at Trinity Trinity's faith life is expressed with three goals in mind. We are committed to being church in new ways, seeing God in our daily lives, and reaching out to those living on the margins. In short, Trinity is about Faithful Living and Changing Lives. We do this individually every day, as we live out our lives shining the light of Christ wherever we are, but we also have many organized ministries where people gather together and work towards a common goal. Below is a list of various ministries in the congregation. If you would like to learn more or are interested in participating in any of Trinity's ministries, please contact the church office at 952-955-1891 or trinityoffice@trin.org . Outreach Visitors Trinity has many members who are homebound or are living in assisted living facilities. Trinity's Outreach Visitors spend time with these members to offer Holy Communion, engage in conversation, and keep these members connected to our faith community. We also send them letters regularly to offer written prayers and thoughts of encouragement! If you are interested in becoming an Outreach Visitor or know someone who would appreciate having a visitor, please contact the church office, 952-955-1891 or trinityoffice@trin.org . Social Ministry Trinity works on specific projects in order to share the Good News of Jesus Christ in concrete, tangible ways. We support The Watertown Friends for Life Food Shelf with regular food drives and donations, which also benefits "The Royal Room" at the Elementary School, providing students with healthy snacks, warm clothes, and school supplies. Trinity also works with the social service organization Love INC Heartland in Delano. Trinity has a direct connection with this ministry in that we provide onsite storage space for many of the goods that are distributed in the local community. TRINITY PARTNERSHIPS Hospitality Trinity's Hospitality Ministry is centered on the many ways our congregation gathers together for companionship, care, and just plain fun! Every Sunday morning when we gather for worship, Trinity has a rich tradition of serving coffee and treats in our Fellowship Hall. While it's important to hear the "Word of God" to stay connected in worship, it's also important to hear the "words of our friends" to stay connected with each other! Other Hospitality events include Advent and Lent suppers, meals for our Golden Agers (those 70+ years of age) and an annual Saint Lucia Tea, celebrating our church's Swedish heritage. Parish Health The Parish Health Ministry Team believes that by encouraging good health and wellness of body, mind, and spirit, we create a healthier church family. This group includes an article in our monthly church newsletter, called Parish Health Matters, highlighting health and well being information. Specific ministry events include "Listen and Learn" series on various health topics, led by health care professionals; hosting a Tour-de-Tonka Rest Stop in our church parking lot to support bike riders at this annual event; and Trinity's Giving Garden, our onsite garden that provides fresh vegetables for the local food pantry. Racial Justice Committee This Ministry Team is not afraid to tackle the tough issues related to racial issues in our community and society. This group meets to discuss racial issues in an open, honest, caring, and faithful way in order to raise awareness, admit our own shortcomings, and move ahead boldly. Their goal is that they might help us all take responsibility for our actions, praying that God will lead us forward in justice, truth, and light. Stewardship The Stewardship Team works to lift up the value of generosity in our daily lives throughout the whole year. While this group often focuses its efforts on financial stewardship, the larger goal is to help everyone see stewardship as an act of worship, an expression of faith, and a discipline for spiritual growth. Teddy Bear Ministry Trinity has Teddy Bears available for members to share with those who are going through especially difficult, even traumatic, situations. Bears can be given to all ages - to anyone who might be in need of a special "bear hug" during a difficult time. There is no fee for giving a bear, however if you wish to make a donation to the Teddy Bear Ministry to help us purchase more bears in the future, it is appreciated. Request a Teddy Bear to give to someone who needs it today. Contact Cindy Essen , 612-816-3823 to request a teddy bear.

SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday School Registration Please complete the form below to register. Once the form is submitted you can choose to pay online via Trinity's secure online giving site or by cash or check to the church office. Parent/Guardian Name(s) Parent Email Address Second Parent Email Address (optional) Street Address City / State / Zip Code Parent Cell Phone Second Parent Cell Phone (optional) Child #1: Name Child #1: Birth Date Child #1: School Grade (2025-26 School Year) ... Child #1: Allergies/Medical or Learning Concerns Child #2: Name Child #2: Birth Date Child #2: School Grade (2025-26 School Year) ... Child #2: Allergies/Medical or Learning Concerns Child #3: Name Child #3: Birth Date Child #3: School Grade (2025-26 School Year) ... Child #3: Allergies/Medical or Learning Concerns If you would like to register more than three children for Sunday School, please provide the same information in the box below. Authorization for Emergency Medical Care: In case of a medical situation when I cannot be contacted, or where time is essential, I authorize Trinity staff or medical professionals to administer emergency medical care if it should become necessary while my child(ren) is/are taking part in Sunday School at Trinity Lutheran Church. Yes Authorization for Use of Photos: I give permission for Trinity Lutheran Church to use pictures of my child(ren) for promotional and informational purposes and church publications, including the church website. Yes No SUBMIT REGISTRATION

FIRST COMMUNION EXPLORE CHILDREN'S MINISTRY BAPTISM SUNDAY SCHOOL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FIRST COMMUNION First Communion 5th Grade Everyone is welcome at God's table of grace! Holy Communion is where we gather around the table to receive the body and blood of Christ through the bread and wine of this holy meal. Each year, a family-centered workshop to prepare our Fifth Graders for the reception of their first communion is offered. We teach them the basics of this Holy Meal, and how it is truly given for you for the forgiveness of sins and the new life that follows. Questions about First Communion? Contact Children's Ministry Coordinator, Chelsea Farniok at cfarniok@trin.org .

Top of Page - Life Events LIFE EVENTS EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT Celebrating God’s Love During Life’s Journey Along with our weekly worship life together, Trinity Lutheran Church also celebrates and acknowledges a number of special occasions during the course of a lifetime. These include baptism, first communion, confirmation, weddings and funerals. We are happy to walk with you in planning and preparing for these important events. BAPTISM FIRST COMMUNION CONFIRMATION WEDDINGS FUNERALS / MEMORIAL SERVICES Baptism In baptism, God brings the newly baptized into a new relationship with God. That person then becomes part of God’s story of bringing light, life, and love to the whole world. Since baptism brings the newly baptized into the fellowship of the Church, baptisms usually take place at one of the regular worship services of the congregation. We baptize people of all ages at Trinity, although most of our baptisms are for infants. In addition to parents being involved, sponsors are also named who take on the role of supporting the baptized person in the years to come. Church membership of the parents is not required for a child to be baptized at Trinity. There is no fee for baptisms to the congregation or the pastor. To arrange for a baptism, please contact the church office either by phone, 952-955-1891, or email, trinityoffice@trin.org . ^ BACK TO TOP Baptism First Communion Everyone is welcome at God's table of grace! Holy Communion is where we gather around the table to receive the body and blood of Christ through the bread and wine of this holy meal. The Bible tells the story like this: “In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks, broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.” Each year we teach our Fifth Graders the basics of this Holy Meal, and how it is truly given for you for the forgiveness of sins and the new life that follows. ^ BACK TO TOP First Communion Confirmation The Confirmation program at Trinity Lutheran Church begins as students enter 6th grade and concludes with the Affirmation of Baptism in the fall of 9th grade. Our hope is that, with the support of the students' families and the whole Trinity faith community, students deepen their relationships with God, ask insightful questions, and participate in fruitful discussion together during Confirmation. Confirmation is a time for young people to connect with peers and adults in a way that supports their spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Confirmation is a time for young people to grow in Christ, learn about God’s love, and encounter the Holy Spirit. Confirmation is a time for young people to give of themselves and serve as God’s hands and feet in the world. Students learn and practice what it means to live out their faith through connecting Bible stories and core Christian beliefs to everyday experiences. ^ BACK TO TOP Confirmation Weddings Congratulations on your engagement! You are at the beginning of an important journey, and we are honored that you want Trinity to share in your joy on the day of your wedding. You will find information regarding marriage preparation, the wedding service, and appropriate fees in our Wedding Planning Handbook. WEDDING PLANNING HANDBOOK To request a wedding date, please contact the church office either by phone, 952-955-1891, or email, trinityoffice@trin.org . ^ BACK TO TOP Weddings Funerals Celebrating the life of a loved one with a funeral or memorial service will provide comfort to you as well as others. Honoring the memory of your lost loved one creates a gathering of friends and family to mourn the loss, and provides a means to support one another. Remembering and sharing stories of our interactions with other people is an important part of our healing through the life and death experience. We offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family, and hope the information provided in our Funeral and Memorial Service Handbook will help to guide you through this difficult time of saying farewell. Please contact the church office either by phone, 952-955-1891, or email, trinityoffice@trin.org , with any questions you might have. FUNERAL SERVICE HANDBOOK ^ BACK TO TOP Funerals

YOUTH GROUP EXPLORE YOUTH MINISTRY CONFIRMATION YOUTH GROUP SCHOLARSHIPS High School Youth Group Grades 9 - 12 Trinity High School students in Grades 9-12 are invited to attend Youth Group events. This is a great way to hang out with friends, build relationships and see the many ways God is at work in our lives. Students can also be a part of planning new activities as the year rolls on. Feel free to invite your non-Trinity friends as well! Upcoming & Ongoing Events Youth Group Trip to Valleyfair Friday, June 13 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Trinity's Youth Group is going to Valleyfair! Youth in grades 6th-12th (2024-2025 school year) and friends are invited to come along. Transportation will be provided. Cost is $30 per participant. Register today and get ready for a day of fun at Valleyfair! Questions? Please contact Mary Gallus at maryrgallus@live.com . SIGN UP FOR VALLEYFAIR Fellowship of Christian Athletes Breakfast Third Wednesday of the Month (during the school year) 7:00 am Trinity hosts the local chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) for a time of faith and fellowship before school once a month. FCA is a High School organization that focuses on serving communities by engaging, equipping and empowering athletes through the transforming power of the gospel. They are committed to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence. High school youth from all area churches are invited. Check out our UPCOMING EVENTS page for other Youth Group events and activities. Questions about Youth Ministry? Contact the church office at trinityoffice@trin.org .

BULLETINS EXPLORE WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP MUSIC BULLETINS WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Worship Bulletins Click on the links below to view worship bulletins. Lent Midweek Services Sunday, March 15, 2026 Sunday, March 8, 2026 Sunday, March 1, 2026 Sunday, February 22, 2026 Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 Sunday, February 15, 2026 Sunday, February 8, 2026 Sunday, February 1, 2026 Sunday, January 25, 2026 Sunday, January 18, 2026

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

ANNUAL REPORT EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT Annual Congregational Meeting Thank you to those who attended Trinity's Annual Congregational Meeting on January 25. Together, we celebrated where God led us in 2025 and we made plans for the year ahead. We approved the Spending Plan for 2026 and new members were elected to the Church Council and other church committees. Below you will find Trinity's 2025 Annual Report. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at trinityoffice@trin.org or 952-955-1891. Trinity Lutheran Church 2025 Annual Report Constitutional Updates In the link below are the two changes to the Trinity Lutheran Church Constitution that were approved by a congregational vote at the Annual Meeting on January 26, 2025. These amendments were ratified at the 2026 Annual Meeting. CONSTITUTIONAL UPDATES

PRAYER EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS Living Faith in Daily Life Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God. Philippians 4:6 Weekly Prayer Gatherings Wednesdays at 12:30 pm We are a people of prayer and believe God does amazing things when we simply ask Him. You are invited to join us at Trinity on Wednesdays at 12:30 pm as we gather for an informal time of prayer for our congregation and community. Submit a Prayer Request Let us know how we can pray for you. Submitted by: Phone Number (Optional): Email Prayer Request: How would you like your request to be shared? I would like my prayer request shared during worship on Sunday morning. I would like my prayer request to remain private, shared only with the pastor. I would like the pastor to contact me. SUBMIT Your request will be held in the prayers of Trinity Lutheran Church this week. God Bless.

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WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS EXPLORE WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP MUSIC BULLETINS WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Worship Volunteers Good worship happens with good volunteers. Here at Trinity, volunteers are a vital part of our worship experience. There are numerous ways to volunteer on a Sunday morning — w hether you enjoy greeting people as an usher, sharing God’s story as a lector, pouring a cup of hospitality as a coffee host, assisting with communion, or helping our livestream reach those at home, there’s a place for you. Serving on a Sunday morning is a joyful way to meet people, support our worship life, and make a real difference. Ready to jump in? Sign up below or reach out to the church office or email our Volunteer Coordinator, Nancy Pickering at volunteer@trin.org to learn more. We can’t wait to serve with you! SIGN UP TO SERVE AT CHURCH Ushers Ushers are the “face” of the church – for those who attend worship every Sunday as well as for those who are walking though our doors for the first time — we want everyone to know they are welcome at Trinity. Duties include assisting with seating and general "traffic" flow for our indoor and outdoor worship services and helping people with any special needs. Training will be provided. USHER SCHEDULE Lectors Along with the pastor, lectors proclaim the Word of God by reading the scripture lessons during worship. Hearing God’s Word is one of the most important reasons for gathering to worship and the lector duties are an important part of the worship celebration. LECTOR SCHEDULE Coffee Hosts Trinity offers coffee and refreshments during Fellowship Hour each Sunday following worship. Serving coffee is a wonderful way to share your generosity through hospitality. Two Coffe Host volunteers are needed each week to prepare and serve coffee. Supplies and instructions are provided. COFFEE HOST SCHEDULE Communion Assistants A Communion Assistant is charged with one of the most important assignments of the liturgy; the distribution of Holy Communion to the congregation. Training is available. COMMUNION SCHEDULE Altar Guild The Altar Guild ministry is a gift of time and talent to serve God in His house by preparing the chancel area for worship. This includes preparing communion, monitoring paraments, candles, altar flowers and other elements needing care prior to celebrating God's saving love and grace in worship. Training will be provided. ALTAR GUILD SCHEDULE Livestream / Audio Tech Livestream and Audio volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring that worship services are accessible, engaging, and spiritually meaningful for both in-person and online participants. Duties include operating cameras and sound equipment for all of our recorded or livestreamed worship services. Training will be provided. LIVESTREAM SCHEDULE More Ways to Volunteer Ministry Teams Trinity is a lay led congregation, where congregational members take on leadership roles and our pastor provides guidance and support. Trinity’s Ministry Teams are led by volunteers who are passionate about sharing the love of Jesus Christ in various ways. They are committed to the success of the mission and ministries of Trinity Lutheran Church and welcome those who are interested in being a part of that passion. To learn more about our Ministry Teams, visit our MINISTRIES page or contact the church office at trinityoffice@trin.org or 952-955-1891. Funeral/Memorial Service Team The Funeral/Memorial Service Team facilitates a time of food and fellowship following a funeral or memorial service held at our church. A chairperson coordinates each event and volunteers are asked to provide cake or bars, set up and serve during the luncheon or clean up afterwards. If you would like to be on the Funeral/Memorial Service Team Volunteer list, please contact Eileen Nelson , 952-955-1491. Church Office Volunteers Volunteer opportunities in the church office include preparing bulletins each week, light clerical work, preparing church mailings and various other duties. If you would like to volunteer and are available daytimes during the week, please contact Robyn Behrens , 952-955-1891. Special Events There are always opportunities to volunteer at Trinity. As special events are planned, bulletin, newsletter and worship announcements will call for volunteers as needed. You are always welcome to lend a hand.