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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 Home 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.

BULLETINS EXPLORE WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP MUSIC BULLETINS WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Worship Bulletins Click on the links below to view worship bulletins. Sunday, January 18, 2026 Sunday, January 11, 2026 Sunday, January 4, 2026 Sunday, December 28, 2025 Christmas Eve 2025 Sunday, December 21, 2025 Wed., December 17, 2025 Sunday, December 14, 2025 Wed., December 10, 2025 Sunday, December 7, 2025 Wed., December 3, 2025

ANNUAL REPORT EXPLORE ABOUT TRINITY WHAT WE BELIEVE STAFF MEMBERSHIP LIFE EVENTS CONTACT Annual Congregational Meeting The Trinity Lutheran Church Annual Congregational Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 25, 2026, following worship at 10:00 am in the Trinity Worship Center. At the Annual Meeting, we will reflect on the blessings of 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church as well as discuss and approve the 2026 Spending Plan. Your voice and participation are essential as we discern God’s path for our congregation, set priorities, and prepare for the year ahead. Along with electing new leaders onto Trinity’s Church Council, Committees and Boards, the meeting agenda will include a congregational vote to ratify two amendments in the Trinity Lutheran Church Constitution that were approved at last year’s congregational meeting. Below you will find Trinity's 2025 Annual Report and a copy of the approved changes to the constitution that will be ratified. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at trinityoffice@trin.org or 952-955-1891. Trinity Lutheran Church 2025 Annual Report Coming Soon 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 will be ratified at the 2026 Annual Meeting. CONSTITUTIONAL UPDATES

SUNDAY SCHOOL EXPLORE CHILDREN'S MINISTRY BAPTISM SUNDAY SCHOOL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FIRST COMMUNION Sunday School 3 years old – 5th grade Sundays at 10:00 am SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION Who: Children who are 3 years old (by 9/1/2025) - Grade 5 (2025-2026 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 .

MISSION SUPPORT EXPLORE WAYS TO GIVE GIVE ONLINE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN TRINITY FOUNDATION MISSION SUPPORT ELCA Missionaries Rev. Andrew & Meredith Ronnevik Serving in Papua New Guinea Andrew teaches at Martin Luther Seminary in the city of Lae, helping to prepare new pastors and church leaders. Meredith works in a part-time capacity, contributing to projects prioritized by the Lutheran church in Papua New Guinea. Children: Beatrice (Bea) & Hans Support our ELCA Missionaries You can sign up to support Rev. Andrew & Meredith Ronnevik by adding your name on the calendar at the Trinity Welcome Center 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'. GIVE ONLINE A $25 donation supporting our ELCA missionaries is a great gift for a birthday or anniversary or a meaningful way to remember or honor a loved one.

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

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 Thank you for registering for Sunday School! Payment Options Suggested Donation: $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 Sunday School registration and one for your online payment. < BACK TO SUNDAY SCHOOL PAGE

SMALL GROUPS EXPLORE MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS SERVE PRAYER NEWSLETTER PARTNERSHIPS Making Connections Trinity has a variety of Small Groups that gather together around shared interests, common goals, and service projects. By getting together with others, relationships are built, life is shared, and faith grows. Below is a list of our current groups that gather. Take a look and see if there is a connection to be made! If contact information for a small group is not listed in the description below, please contact the church office at 952-955-1891 or trinityoffice@trin.org for more information. Trinity Quilting The Trinity Quilting Ministry gathers each Tuesday morning at 9:00 am in Nylunda Chapel. Handmade quilts are lovingly created throughout the year for many groups, including Love INC, the Friends for Life Foodshelf, various benefits and quilt auctions. Trinity’s graduating high school seniors and all who are baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church receive a quilt as a symbol of being wrapped in the warmth of God’s love. All are welcome to join this ministry on a weekly or drop in basis. Contact the church office to learn more about the quilting ministry at Trinity. OWLS (Older, Wiser Lutherans) Fellowship Group Trinity's OWLS (Older, Wiser Lutherans) Fellowship Group meets on the third Thursday of the month for a variety of activities and events to relax, socialize and enjoy Christian fellowship with one another. We are intentionally excluding an age minimum for this group. We will leave it up to you to determine if you fall into the “older” and/or “wiser” categories and invite all to attend these Lutheran fellowship gatherings. Visit our UPCOMING EVENTS page for details on OWLS gatherings. Apostles The Apostles are a group who are dedicated to sharing their time and talents to conquer light maintenance projects inside and outside the church building and the parsonage. A warm welcome is extended to anyone interested in lending a hand. There is always plenty to do! The Apostles meet at 8:30 am on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month in the Fellowship Hall. Heavenly Housekeepers Trinity's Heavenly Housekeepers meet every first Thursday of the month at 9:00 am to complete light housekeeping duties around the church to keep it looking great. Many hands make light work for all. Plus housekeeping with a group is much more fun than doing it on your own! Contact Eileen Nelson , 952-955-1491 to learn more about the Heavenly Housekeepers.

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

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.

ADVENT & CHRISTMAS EXPLORE WORSHIP DETAILS ONLINE WORSHIP MUSIC BULLETINS WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Advent at Trinity Advent is a time of anticipation as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas. You are invited to worship with us on Sundays and Wednesdays during Advent and attend the various celebrations we have during this season. 2025 Advent Devotional Pick up Trinity’s Advent devotional and join us in exploring this year’s theme, “The Power of Yes!”—the faithful yeses spoken by people in the Christmas story and the power your own yes can hold. This simple daily practice of scripture, prayer, and reflection can help you pause amid the holiday rush. Printed copies are available in the Narthex and at the Welcome Center, or download a digital version by clicking the button below. 2025 ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOK Worship Advent Midweek Services Wednesdays, December 3, 10, 17 Meal from 5:30 - 6:30 pm Worship at 7:00 pm Join us each Wednesday evening in Advent for a light meal served by the Trinity youth in the Fellowship Hall, followed by a “Holden Evening Prayer” worship service. Children’s Christmas Service Sunday, December 21 9:00 am Our Sunday School children will be leading worship this Sunday. Join us for a special service as our youngest members share the story of Christ's birth through song and celebration! Christmas Eve Candlelight Services Wednesday, December 24 2:00 pm & 4:00 pm On Christmas Eve, we will be singing classic Christmas carols, listening to familiar readings, and lighting Christmas candles. Communion will be offered at both Christmas Eve services. Please join us at worship on this most holy day! Events Saint Lucia Tea Open House Saturday, December 13 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Swedish festival of Saint Lucia is a celebration of light, a symbol of hope and peace for the Christmas season. All are invited to celebrate with music, candles, and traditional Scandinavian treats at this community event. LEARN MORE ABOUT SAINT LUCIA Christmas Extravaganza Family Event Sunday, December 21 10:00 am Following the Children's Christmas worship service, families are invited to our annual Christmas Extravaganza! Join us for a joyful time of games, crafts, yummy treats, and hot cocoa. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to connect, celebrate, and make special memories together. Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and get ready for a celebration full of laughter, love, and Christmas cheer.