Council Update – September

I wanted to take this opportunity to outline quickly some issues that have been brought to the council and a few of the items that we are currently working on.

First, I’m pleased to announce that our biennial calendar was approved at the last voters meeting. It is posted to our web site and is available from the church office. I wanted to thank all those who participated in developing and approving the calendar. Having tangible dates to work towards goes a long way at furthering the church’s mission.

That being said, here are several dates to highlight in the near future:

• October 26-28 Reformation Weekend
• November 9 Consecration Sunday
• November 22 Norfolk Holiday Parade
• November 26 Thanksgiving Eve Service
• December 5 Chrismon and Christmas Tree Decorating

All of these events, in their own unique way, represent our continued involvement in the community and service to Christ and one another. I encourage everyone to learn more about these events, and most importantly, participate. Personally, I always enjoy the fellowship and fun of these events — whether it’s a beer at the Oktoberfest or a hot cocoa when decorating the trees — I always know I’m in good company and having a good time. Contact Anne Combes (tlc@trinitylutherannorfolk.org, (757) 489-2551) at the church office if you would like more details.

Second, the next big agenda item is the budget. We’ll begin laying the groundwork here at our next council meeting in October. If you would like to help in any way, or are interested in learning more about the budget process, please don’t hesitate to drop me an email at president@trinitylutherannorfolk.org. One element of the budget discussion will be upcoming major building projects.

Third, our web site has been overhauled. The site will be used to frequently pass information, thoughts and interesting tidbits about our various ministries, the school, and church life in general. I expect the site take a much more central role in how we communicate as a church. Pastor’s sermons are also posted there as audio files. I encourage you to check it often and share the link with others. (http://trinitylutherannorfolk.org) I’m not joking — you’re going to get information on the web site that you won’t get in the Trinitarian or the bulletin, so be sure to look there.

Fourth, I want to know more about what you think regarding Trinity. I want to know what we can do better and what we are doing well. The most important mission of any church is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Are we doing that effectively? Let me know your thoughts. You can email me anytime.

Sermon – Sept. 28

Sermon – Sept. 21, 2008 – “Do you bedrudge my generosity?”

Rev. James O’Connor’s sermon regarding the Gospel lesson from Matthew 20: “Do you begrudge my generosity?”