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THE CHURCH STAFF REV. DONALD W. HAYN, Interim Pastor MS. SUSAN E. LOVEJOY, Organist/Choir Director MISS BEVERLY A. MILLS, Office Secretary MR. PETER P. BALOGACH, JR., Senior Sexton MRS. DONNA MARLATT, Full-Time Sexton MRS. DAWN L. MULCAHY, Financial Secretary MRS. KAY A. BECKER, Church Treasurer MRS. SHERRY PAULES, Director of Youth MRS. KELLI CARPENTER, Director of Christian Education MRS. BARBARA BELON, President of Congregation Council MRS. SHELLY ZELLNER, Preschool Director/Teacher MRS. JANE E. HOWELLS, Preschool Teacher MRS. KAREN K. BIZUP, Preschool Teacher Aide

OFFICE HOURS Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed Noon-12:30)

OFFICE TELEPHONE NO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-377-4303

OFFICE FAX NO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-377-0706

EMAIL ADDRESSES: Church Office telc1872@ptd.net Jack and Jill Preschool jackandjillpreschool@yahoo.com Kelli Carpenter christed@ptd.net Property Committee telcproperty@gmail.com Sherry Paules youthmin@ptd.net Kay Becker leekay@ptd.net Dawn Mulcahy moms3xtaxi@msn.com

JACK AND JILL PRESCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . (610) 377-6562 Website: jackandjilllehighton.org

TRINITY’S WEBSITE …………………… www.tlclehighton.com

OUR CHURCH CODE is 343.

Lehigh Valley Hospital (Cedar Crest and 17th & Chew Sites) Sacred Heart Hospital Muhlenberg Medical Center St. Luke - (Allentown, Bethlehem, Miners and Anderson)

PLEASE NOTIFY ... the Church Office when YOU or a FAMILY MEMBER is hospitalized .... THANK YOU!!

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COUNCIL NEWS: At the December 4th Council meeting, our 2013 council members were installed by Pr. Tony Pagotto. Remaining on council are the following: Sharen Ace, Barbara Belon, Missy Blocker, Bruce Costenbader, Shawn Keiser, Connie Kistler, Susan Lovejoy, Sue Tatro, and Linda Williams.

New to council this year are Christine Marshall, Mark Pell, Craig Haupt, and Jake Henderson.

For their first order of business, the 2013 Council elected the following individuals to the executive committee:

Barbara Belón, President Connie Kistler, Vice President Recording Secretary, Sharen Ace

Also reappointed for 2013 were the Treasurer, Kay Becker, and the Financial Secretary, Dawn Mulcahy.

Interim Pastor Starts January 1st! Please welcome Pastor Don Hayn to Trinity as our interim pastor. Pr. Hayn’s official first Sunday will be on January 6th, so please make an effort to come to worship at 9:00 am that day and greet Pr. Hayn.

The deadline to submit articles, schedules, etc. for the Trinity Trumpet is the 10th of every month.

You can submit your item by email or drop it off at the church office.

“Laughter rises out of tragedy, when you need it the most, and rewards you for your courage.” —Erma Bombeck

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The ultimate resolution Resolutions are easy to make but oh so hard to keep. In fact, many people refuse to make them for that very reason. After all, by February, most people have broken them, and by March they don’t even remember what they were. It’s just too hard to change, so why try? Yet Scripture exhorts us to be more like Christ, to forgive our enemies, to tithe and to be thankful in all situations. Shouldn’t we resolve to put some of these into practice, even if ever so imperfectly? Peter admonishes us to be holy as God is holy (1 Peter 1:15-16). That’s the ultimate New Year’s resolution — all but certain to be broken repeatedly before the sun sets on the first day. Yet though we fail, are we not better for trying?

OF THE CONGREGATION

January 27, 2013 10:30 a.m. in the church sanctuary.

(Snow Date is February 3rd)

We need your input! Please plan to attend!

Deadline to submit annual reports is January 9th so they can be made available on January 13th in the narthex to take

home to peruse before the meeting.

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A New Year poem Another fresh new year is here … Another year to live! To banish worry, doubt, and fear, To love and laugh and give! This bright new year is given me To live each day with zest … To daily grow and try to be My highest and my best! I have the opportunity Once more to right some wrongs, To pray for peace, to plant a tree, And sing more joyful songs! —William Arthur Ward

REMINDER REGARDING CANCELLATION OF SERVICES

We hope we will not have to use them, but in the event of inclement weather which would necessitate the cancellation of church services or other events, we have the following procedures in effect:

1. We are registered with WFMZ-TV (Channel 69), and TV13. Any delay or closing information will be available at their websites and on the TV station.

2. Within 2 hours of the worship time, a recording will be put on the outgoing message on our church phone answering message. Call the office number (610-377-4303) and you will be informed via the recorded message.

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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

Starting in January, the adult Sunday School Class will explore and discuss "The Bible Comes to Life" DVD whose focus is the Holy Land. The video is divided into six programs:

1. Yardenit, which translates as "the place of baptism" 2. Sea of Galilee

3. Tabgha

4. Mt. of Olives

5. Jerusalem Temple

6. Garden Tomb

The adult class invites you to attend starting January 6. The conference room is where the adult class meets.

You’re Invited …

When: January 1st – 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm (Snow date: January 2nd)

What: 5th Annual Community New Year’s Dinner

Where: Trinity Lutheran Church – Luther Hall

Come celebrate the first day of 2012 with the Trinity family for a pork and sauerkraut dinner in Luther Hall.

This free dinner is being sponsored by Trinity’s Evangelism Committee.

Please call the church office at 610.377.4303 to make your reservation or for additional information.

Seating is limited to the first 250 guests.

Cordially, Trinity’s Evangelism Committee Members

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CROP WALK REPORT – 2012. We are happy to report that $ 3,150.70 was raised. There were 95 walkers representing 11 churches. Trinity’s walkers and sponsors raised $588.00. Thank you. Thank you also goes to Brenda Benner, Kelli Carpenter and Sherry Paules for their help. It surely was a beautiful day! Twenty five percent raised comes to the Trinity Pantry and seventy five percent goes to Church World Services for their ongoing relief and development programs.

WOMEN OF THE ELCA

January 9, 2013 Prayer Vigil for Peace in the Middle East. The Women of the ELCA at their December meeting reelected Shirley Radler, President, Rae Grow, Secretary, and Rena Exner, Treasure. Mary Ann Hazel was elected as Vice president the office held by Josephine Rhyder.

For the new year H old fast to your faith (Hebrews 4:14) A ssemble with the saints (Hebrews 10:25) P ray earnestly every day (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18) P ray for great blessings (Malachi 3:10) Y ield not to temptation (1 Thessalonians 5:22) N eglect not your talents and opportunities (Galatians 6:10) E xamine yourself daily (2 Corinthians 13:5) W ork diligently for the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58) Y ield your members to righteousness (Romans 6:11, 16) E xercise yourself in godliness (1 Timothy 4:7) A im for a perfect, mature faith (Hebrews 6:1) R edeem the time (Ephesians 5:15-16) —Gus Nichols

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SHUT-IN BIRTHDAY FOR JANUARY …..

01/07 - Alberta Rex 260 S. 8th St. Lehighton PA 18235

SPECIAL DATES

• New Year’s Day, January 1, 2013 • Epiphany, January 6, 2013 • Baptism of the Lord, January 13, 2013 • Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Observance, January 21, 2013 • Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, January 18-25, 2013

FIFTH WEDNESDAY

Fifth Wednesdays are the times on the calendar designated for volunteers from Trinity to prepare & serve lunch at New Bethany Ministries, Bethlehem. Your opportunity for volunteer outreach in this first month of 2013 is on the 30th.

New Bethany Ministries is a fellowship which provides shelter, housing and life skills classes to the homeless in the southside Bethlehem area. The Mollard Hospitality Center feeds over 150 people each day in its meal center and provides groceries to over 400 families each month. With a regular staff of 3, services at the Hospitality Center rely strongly on volunteers. Nineteen groups volunteer each month. Trinity, Lehighton, is one of the volunteer groups on New Bethany's schedule.

The job description includes preparing the lunch according to the manager's instructions and serving the clients, cafeteria style. A different volunteer crew cleans up.

Please call the church office at 610-377-4303 and ask that your name be included on the list. The carpool leaves Trinity at 8:30 AM, return to Lehighton approximately 1:30PM.

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Celebrating Epiphany Epiphany, from the Greek word epiphaneia, means an appearance or manifestation. Christians celebrate this festival each year on January 6, the 12th day after Christmas. Epiphany ends on Ash Wednesday, when Lent begins. Epiphany marks the coming of the Magi, or wise men, to worship the baby Jesus. Because the Magi were Gentiles, Epiphany symbolizes the first recognition of Christ by non-Jews. It’s a reminder that Christ came as the light — and Savior — of the whole world.

The traditional color for Epiphany is green, indicating life, growth, hope and eternity. Symbols for the season include a light, candle or star; a

crown or three crowns; three gifts; and a globe. In the modern church, Epiphany has become a time to focus on reaching out and “showing” Jesus as the Savior of all people. It’s also a reminder to engage in Christian community and to heal divisions among God’s children.

NURSING & REHABILITATION

CENTER RESIDENTS

The Summit at Blue Mountain Health Systems: Charlotte Beers, Madeline Dietz, Vivian Holland, Kathryn Nelson

Mahoning Valley: Dolores Kunkle, Mae Markley, Myrtle Smith

Maple Shade Meadows: Pauline Graaf, Marian Mosser, Joyce Wentz.

Pond View Manor Personal Care Home: Mildred Miller

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Center (Bethlehem): Autumn Graver

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PRAYER SHAWLS We have handmade prayer shawls and lap robes available in the Narthex every week. If you have a friend or relative in need of comfort or healing, please feel free to take one. We will appreciate your signing the sheet for our records. Additional items are available in the church library. If you have any questions, please contact Sharen Ace (610-377-5351).

Offering Envelopes - - An Option for You…

As you are aware, it has been the custom to send out offering envelopes to each individual member of our congregation. However, several people have requested that their family (i.e., husband and wife giving unit, at same address) only receive one set of envelopes. So, you are now being given the opportunity again to request one set of envelopes for your household by calling the church office or speaking with Dawn Mulcahy, our Financial Secretary. NO CALL IS NECESSARY IF you want to stay with the current system of receiving individual offering envelopes. For all who call in before January 15th, this will go into effect for the March 1st mailing of envelopes. PLEASE NOTE that if your family opts to receive only one set of envelopes, then the total contributions will be recorded under only one of the family member names. If for some reason you need individual statements for your income tax filings, then you must stay with the individual envelope method.

BAPTISM OF OUR LORD 2013 … On Sunday, January 13th, we will be recognizing those who were baptized in 2012. Families are encouraged to attend. A special gift will be presented to each child.

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JESSE TREE PROJECT

The Jesse Tree Project will begin on October 27th and end on February 10, 2013.

Some of the needed items are: gloves, hats, scarves and socks.

The clothes are given to the school nurse at a central location in the Lehighton School District. The school nurse works with the guidance counselor in regard to children who need warm clothes.

We appreciate any clothes donation that is given for these children. Thank you in advance for your donation. - The Evangelism Committee

ITEM FOR JANUARY IS:

PASTA

Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. The basket is prominently displayed as a visual reminder of the importance of your gift!

We are happy to report that a total of 63 boxes of Macaroni & Cheese were collected for the month of November!

Thanks to all for your continued support in helping to feed the hungry in the Lehighton School District community through this ministry of Shepherd House, Inc.!

“Transitory gods are not able to save or bring happiness to the human heart. Only God is able. It is faith we must rediscover.” —Martin Luther King Jr.

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Donations received for the month of November were $318.00 making a year to date total of $4,478.70 toward our yearly goal of $7,000.

If you would like to make a donation, please use the envelope in your Trinity Trumpet.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support to help feed our brothers and sisters in need!

HEALTH SCREENINGS COMING TO LEHIGHTON

START OUT 2013 ON THE ROAD TO GOOD HEALTH!

As seen on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” there is a way to tell how “old” your arteries are and if you are at risk for a stroke or heart disease. The Prevention Health Screenings group has the ability to tell you this by offering a quick, painless, non-invasive health test to see if you are at risk for serious health problems. Save The Date! On Wednesday, January 30th beginning at 9:00am you & community members are invited to Trinity Lutheran to participate in the available health screenings. Along with the heart disease screening, there will be 7 other tests you can choose from. The costs range from $25 up to $179 for the complete package. You must have an appointment to have the screenings done and appointments are at first come first serve so register early. This program has been very popular in the past years. Call 1-800-257-3516 or go to www.preventionhealth.org for

more information.

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ATTENTION MARRIED COUPLES: Make 2013 the year you resolve to make your marriage a more romantic, intimate, joy-filled relationship! For over 30 years Lutheran Marriage Encounter has been enriching and revitalizing marriages by presenting Weekends. Weekends run from Friday night at 8 PM to Sunday at 5 PM and are designed to enrich ALL MARRIAGES whether you are newlyweds or have been married upwards of 50 years. Two nights lodging, 5 meals for each of you, and all supplies are included. There is a $45 per couple registration fee, plus toward the end of the weekend, you will be given an opportunity to make a confidential contribution of whatever amount you wish toward continuation of the program. The 2013 Pennsylvania Weekends are:

March 15-17, 2013 at Toftrees Resort and Conference Center, State College, PA (peaceful resort nestled within 1500 wooded acres)

April 26-28, 2013 at the Conference Center in Lutheran Camp Sequanota, Jennerstown, PA (a motel-style retreat center located in the Laurel Highlands featuring the serenity of a lovely rural setting)

September 13-15, 2013 at Olmsted Mansion and Retreat Center, Ludlow, PA (a 1917 Manor with a lovely, modern retreat center in the Allegheny National Forest -- 20 miles southeast of Warren, PA)

October 11-13, 2013 at Mountain Laurel Resort, White Haven, PA (in the beautiful Pocono Mountains -- 2 hours north of Philadelphia, just off of Interstate 80)

Registrations are limited, so sign up today to ensure that you can attend the Weekend of your choice. Simply go to the website: www.GodLovesMarriage.org and register using your credit card, or for questions, or if you would like a brochure with registration form mailed to you, contact Pennsylvania Directors of Lutheran Marriage Encounter, Fred & Julie Schamber, at 724-325-3166 or email: fjschamber@comcast.net.

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An Evening with the Trinity Praise

Band

Join us at the

“Coffeehouse of Hope”

Featuring vocalists: Brian Hoffner and Becky

McFadden

7:00 PM - Saturday, March 9, 2013

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (Luther Hall)

175 S. 3rd

St., Lehighton, PA 18235

100% of the Freewill financial gifts will be given to the

foundation established by the Krum family in memory

of Dylan and Gavin Krum

More info can be found on Facebook - link through

http://www.tlclehighton.com/

Have an e-mail address? Sign up to receive the newsletter electronically by calling the church office. This will save time, postage and a few trees!

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SERVERS AND SPONSORS ACOLYTES January 05 – Open January 06 – Open January 13 – Devin Scott January 20 – Elise Johnston January 27 – Brianna Keiser LECTORS January 5 – Jill Kostenbader January 6 – Stacey Sheckler January 13 – Deb Schweitzer January 20 – Earl Schneider January 27 – Karol Krause SOUND SYSTEM MONITORS January 06 – Al Sellers January 13 – Cliff McFarland January 20 – Matt vonFrisch January 27 – Earl Schneider ALTAR GUILD Deb Smith and Linda Williams COMMUNION ASSISTANTS January 5 – Jill Kostenbader January 6 – Barbara Belon January 13 – Nancy Markley January 20 – Al Sellers USHERS and GREETERS Saturday, January 5, 2013 – 5:00 p.m. Greeter: Bonnie Vito Ushers: Brenda Benner Rick & Sue Blocker

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Sunday, January 6, 2013 – 9:00 a.m. Greeter: Beverly Mills Ushers: Todd Serfass Anna Williams Joel Heintzelman Laurel Seemiller Sunday, January 13, 2013 – 9:00 a.m. Greeter: Lois Remaley Ushers: Shawn & Kelly Keiser Brianna Keiser Sunday, January 20, 2013 – 9:00 a.m. Greeter: Pat Kattner Ushers: Ron & Carolyn Long, Terry & Robyn Long Sunday, January 27, 2012 – 9:00 a.m. Greeter: Anna Williams Ushers: Paul & Vicky Kocher, Richard & Barbara Getz “COFFEE HAUS” FELLOWSHIP Not available at time of printing.

CHANCEL FLOWERS – Florist of your choice! January 06 – The Buss Estate January 13 – Available January 20 – Available January 27 – Available BULLETINS - $10.00 each sponsorship January 6 – Available January 13 – Available January 20 – Available January 27 – Krieger Memorial Fund (all 3 sponsorships)

“Faith never knows where it is being led, or it would not be faith. True faith is content to travel under sealed orders.” — J. Oswald Sanders

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