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 TRINITY LUTHERAN   CHURCH
  Brattleboro, VT

Do Something, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, February 2, 2025 Isaiah 29:13 These people honor me with their lips but their hearts are far from me. Jesus preaches the good news of the Kingdom of God. One interpretation of the work of Jesus was that we need God, but God works through us. It is a collaborative relationship. Do I allow God to work through me? Or, do I live primarily following my own interests. In essence, I need God’s inspiration. Intentionally, center on God. Take care of yourself and try to do something for someone else. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Jon Siefers and Carolyn Siefers assisting, Micaela Carlton Newton reading, and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Look Within, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, January 12, 2025 Luke 17:20 Jesus taught: “The kingdom of God (the place of peace, joy, goodness) is not something that can be observed. People will not say, ‘Here it is,’ or ‘There it is.’ The kingdom of God is within you.” Jesus taught- do not look “out there” for the Kingdom of God/peace. That Kingdom is within us. Yet we are captives to the idea that I will be at peace when: when the weather turns… when I get married, or when I have kids or grandkids, or when I get divorced, or when I have more money… I call it the disease of “When.” Look for the good that God has provided today. It is among us. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Ron Solberg assisting, Gene Kuch reading, and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Make It Real, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 29, 2024 John 1:14 The Word became flesh… The passage from John is “The Word became flesh.” If we “blow it up” to a larger meaning we get – The Spirit became real. So what's your New Year's Resolution? Eat better, exercise, cut out alcohol, get more sleep? None of this is easy. If the spirit is going to be real – (Word became flesh) – we have to do the work. So make it real. Do the work. Never quit on your self. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Faithful Purpose, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 24, 2024 Luke 1: Mary was troubled by the words of the angel that she would bear a child(v.29)…. She questioned (v.34) and she concluded “May it be to me as you have said.” This Christmas we are remined, as always, to strive to keep our eyes fixed on God. Do what we are called to do for the good of ourselves and for the good of others. That is putting our energy to a faithful purpose. Prepare. Get ready. And keep your eyes on Christ, the one who comes to us. Merry Christmas to all. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Beverly Wolf as lector and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

The Way We Think, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 15, 2024 Luke 3:8 John the Baptist, paving the way for the coming of Jesus: Therefore, bear fruits worthy of repentance…. for I tell you, God is able… We have only so much willpower or strength. Experience a tough day at work and it becomes so easy to lose willpower - so we eat, drink, vegetate. Have confidence that God is able. We just need a little determination. Ask for God's help. God is able to change the way we think. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Kris Grotz-Kuch assisting, Micaela Carlton Newton as lector and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Shine On, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, November 24, 2024 John 14:27 Jesus said: “Peace I leave with you…I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled…” Jesus offers something our culture does not offer – peace. Remember to whom you belong – the one who embraces you, accepts you, sees the good in you. And when we can accept this – no small thing by the way – the light of Christ will shine through us. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Kris Grotz-Kuch assisting, Gene Kuch as lector and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Press On, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, November 17, 2024 Philippians 3:13 Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize… We go through a transition from winter to spring and life gets easier. Then we go from fall to winter and it gets a bit more difficult for many of us. Facing a difficult transition might prompt us to “get serious.” Have to get ready, focus on what needs to be done, and prepare. The old is over. The new is coming. Jesus speaks of the destruction of the temple, the old. False prophets arrive, there is confusion. A mess. The idea is to keep your eyes focused on who you are, where you are going, and what you need to do. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Ron Solberg assisting and as lector and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

The Gift of Giving, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, November 10, 2024 Luke 21:2 Jesus saw the rich putting in their gifts to the temple treasury. He also saw a poor widow putting in two small copper coins….. all that she had to live on. The story – obviously – is not a call to “give everything.” That is foolish. But the teaching is a call to consider just where do I find my identity – my life. As such the story is symbolic. How do I relate to the Giver of this life. The larger issue is that of giving beyond my self. Not just money, but what of my self do I give. In such giving we find life. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, with Carolyn and John Siefers assisting, Marie Wright as lector and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.