For anyone unable to attend in person, the worship service, led by Pastor Kathy Long, Licensed Lay Minister, is live streamed at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday on Trinity's Facebook page. The Saturday/Sunday bulletin can be downloaded here and the children's bulletin is available here.

It is not a sin to be happy. Your heavenly Father gave you a life to be treasured and enjoyed to the full. If it is filled with the spice of laughter and humor, you are that much richer.
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Women of the ELCA
January 9: Prayer Vigil for Peace in the Middle East

Game Social
The Evangelism Committee is hosting a Game Social on Saturday, January 4, from 2-4 p.m. in Luther Hall. Bring your favorite board or card game to share, and enjoy some light refreshments. There is no cost to attend, but you are asked to sign up in the narthex or call the church office by Friday, January 3.

FREE Movie Night
The Youth Group is sponsoring another movie night on Saturday, January 18, at 7 p.m. in Luther Hall. Join us for a fun evening watching "Despicable Me 4." Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase and will benefit the Youth Group's projects. Everyone is welcome!

Annual Congregational Meeting
All voting members are asked to attend Trinity's annual congregational meeting on Sunday, January 19, in Luther Hall, immediately following the worship service. All yearly committee reports will be reviewed along with reports of officers and organizations. We will also review the previous year's activities and discuss any other issues from our members. In the event of inclement weather, the meeting will be held on Sunday, February 2.

Pantry Item for January
The pantry item for January is PASTA. Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. A total of 50 boxes of macaroni and cheese were donated in November. Your support for those among us with food insecurity is greatly appreciated!

• Approved the transfer of management of the George Acker scholarship fund from Bank of America Wealth Management to Trinity's Special Gifts Fund Committee.
• The Property Committee submitted their new five-year plan. A new door for the hallway to the rear parking area was ordered and will be installed in the new year.
• A contract for Licensed Lay Minister Kathy Long is being prepared by the Synod and will be presented to the congregation for their approval at the January 19 congregational meeting.
• Approved hosting the Illini 4000 bike team on June 3 as part of their cross-country ride to raise funds for cancer victims.
• Accepted resignations from Council from Tim Klotz and Eileen Davall. Kay Becker was appointed to fill Tim's unexpired two-year term.
• Election of congregation council officers for 2025 was held: Susan Lovejoy, president; Craig Haupt, vice president; and Lee Becker, secretary. Kay Becker and Dawn Mulcahy were reappointed as treasurer and financial secretary, respectively.

• First Saturday Worship at 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.
• Sunday School at 10:45 a.m.

In the event of inclement weather, please check the following for the status of our services and activities: WFMZ-TV (Channel 69); BRC-TV (Channel 13); the church office (610-377-4303) for a recorded message; or Trinity's Facebook page.

Trinity's Youth Group for grades 7 through 12 meets the last Sunday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. in the Youth Room. Come enjoy lunch, fun, and activities with Alex! As always, feel free to bring a friend. Adult chaperones are always needed, so if you would like to help, please contact the church office or speak with Alex.

Registrations
Registrations are still being accepted for the 2024/2025 school term. You do not have to be a member of Trinity or live in the Lehighton Area School District to have your child attend the preschool. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to schedule an appointment to tour the preschool. Scholarships are available to help families defray some or all of the cost. If you would like to learn more about Trinity's preschool program, please call Jane Howells, preschool director, at 610-377-6562, email her at jackandjillpreschool@yahoo.com, or visit their website.

Ink Jet Cartridge Recycling
Please drop your used ink jet cartridges in the containers in the church office or narthex. You can also drop them in the blue tote on the side porch at the preschool. Recycling ink cartridges results in needed funding for the preschool!

Amazon Wish List
The preschool has created a wish list on Amazon, with many great items that they could use for the classroom. For January, 13-gallon trash bags, hand soap, and card stock would really be appreciated. Click here to make a purchase. If you prefer to buy locally, your donations can be placed in the basket in the church narthex, in the blue bin on the side porch at the preschool, or they can be left with Bev in the church office.

Donations
Monetary donations are always appreciated by the preschool. Please write "General Donation" in the memo line of your check. Gift cards from Walmart, Amazon, and Giant are also accepted.