Trinity Lutheran Church and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.

Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!

Drive Details:
Site: Trinity Lutheran Church
Address: 603 N 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
Room Name: church basement
Date: Mon Dec 22, 2025
Time: 1:00: PM - 5:00: PM
Blood Program Leader Name: Billy Dalton
Click here to make an appointment

 

📰 Trinity Times: November 2025 Highlights & Events

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 Here are the highlights from The Trinity Times newsletter.

Keeping Advent in a Christmas World

By the time December arrives, the world is already in full “Christmas mode.” Decorations go up in early November, holiday music fills every store, and the pressure to buy, plan, and perform is everywhere. But the Church, in her wisdom, begins the new year not with celebration, but with repentance, watchfulness, and hopeful preparation.

This is the gift of Advent. While the world rushes toward Christmas, Advent invites us to slow down, listen, and prepare our hearts for Christ. As the Apostle Paul reminds us:
“The hour has come for you to wake from sleep… So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light” (Romans 13:11–12).

Why Advent Matters

Advent is not just a countdown to Christmas—it’s a season of spiritual renewal. Historically, Advent was observed as a time of fasting and repentance, similar to Lent. These practices don’t earn God’s favor; they help us clear away distractions and make room for Christ’s peace.

When we keep Advent—through prayer, Scripture reading, generosity, and quiet reflection—Christmas becomes more than a day on the calendar. It becomes a celebration of deep joy in the Savior who came in humility, who comes now in Word and Sacrament, and who will come again in glory.

So light the candles, pray with your family, come to worship, and let the Word of God stir up in you a hopeful longing that only Christ can satisfy.

December Highlights at Trinity Lutheran Church

We’ve entered one of the busiest and most joyful seasons of the year! Here are some key dates to mark on your calendar:

Advent Suppers & Services

  • Dec. 3 – Supper (4:30–6 PM), Worship (6:30 PM) – Message: Isaac
  • Dec. 10 – Supper (4:30–6 PM), Worship (6:30 PM) – Message: Samuel
  • Dec. 17 – Supper (4:30–6 PM), Worship (6:30 PM) – Message: John the Baptist

Special Events

  • Dec. 11 – Preschool–2nd Grade Christmas Program (6:30 PM)
  • Dec. 14 – Sunday School Christmas Program (9:30 AM)
  • Dec. 18 – 3rd–8th Grade Christmas Program (6:30 PM)
  • Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve Worship (6 PM, 8 PM, 11 PM)
  • Dec. 25 – Christmas Day Worship (10 AM)
  • Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve Worship (6:30 PM)

School & Community News

  • Chili-Soup Supper & Auction raised over $10,000—thank you for your support!
  • Shoe Collection: Bring all types of used shoes (paired and tied) to help families in need worldwide.
  • SCRIP Gift Cards: Order through the school for Christmas shopping and support our education programs.
  • Health Note: Holidays can be hard for those grieving. Let’s be sensitive and supportive of one another this season.

Join Us

Advent is a time to prepare—not just for a holiday, but for the coming of Christ. We invite you to worship, fellowship, and celebrate with us this December.

📍 Trinity Lutheran Church
603 N. 8th Street, Atchison, KS
www.trinityatchison.org

 

 

💳 Support TLS with the SCRIP Gift Card Program

Planning for holiday shopping? Use the SCRIP Gift Card program! You can select how a percentage of your purchase benefits Trinity Lutheran School.

  • Order Deadlines: To receive gift cards in time:
  • For Black Friday shopping: Nov.
  • For Christmas shopping: Dec. 
  • An order form is available in this month's newsletter.

We look forward to seeing you at these events as we give thanks to the Lord this November!

THE BIBLE IN A YEAR 

Dec. 8
Ephesians 4 - 6 

Dec. 9
 Philippians 1 - 4 

 

Dec. 10
Colossians 1 - 4 

 

Dec. 11
Hebrews 1 -4 

 

Dec. 12
Hebrews 5 - 7  

 

Dec. 13
Hebrews 8 - 10 

 Dec. 14— Hebrews 11 - 13

 

  

 

 

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