During the Easter season we rejoice in the gift of new life. With grass growing and flowers and trees blooming it is as though God is showing us His life giving power everywhere we look. Just as Christ was raised to new life, the world around us follows suit. What changed to make that possible? God provided the things needed for new life. Warmth, rain, and sun are the means of God’s life giving grace for the natural world.
God has called us into a new life as well. The Apostle Paul tells us that “Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.” God gives us new life by joining us to Christ in baptism. In this gift we are united to his life, death, and resurrection so that we can begin to receive a new life from him.
Our new life also comes from the means of grace that God provides to us. The Word proclaims God’s gospel of mercy and grace, baptism joins us to the unconquerable life of Jesus Christ, and the Lord’s Supper sustains our lives with spiritual food: the Body and Blood of Christ.
These “means of Grace” Word and Sacrament are the powerful things that we cannot live or grow without. With them new life is ours. I pray that you are encouraged in your faith by the witness of all creation that God is making all things, even your life, new this Easter season.
Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for Trinity’s Spring Rummage & Bake Sale! This year, we’re aiming to make it bigger and better than ever, but we need your help to make it a success.
Trinity’s Rummage Sale Collection is officially kicking off, and we want your treasures. Whether it’s a lamp that doesn’t match your vibe or a stack of books you’ve already read twice, give your gear a second life and help us clear some clutter for a great cause.
Women of all ages are invited to sing with our Women’s Chorus! Whether you’re a longtime singer or just love to lift your voice in worship, you are welcome. Join us for fellowship, joy, and meaningful music-making together. For details or to get involved, contact Kim Wolbert. All rehearsals will be 7-8:30pm in the Sanctuary. See the rehearsal dates below.
Join us for the High Praise Youth Choir Concert on Sunday, April 19, for an afternoon of joyful worship and inspiring music. Our High Praise singers will present a powerful program filled with praise, energy, and heartfelt messages of faith as they share the Gospel through music. This special concert celebrates the gifts and dedication of our youth, with featured guest performances by the Ashland High School Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat cast. Come support these talented students and experience an uplifting afternoon that will encourage and inspire. A reception with light refreshments will follow the concert.
Ready to shake off the winter blues? Join the women of Trinity and friends for our final Girls’ Night Out of the season! We’re heading to the beautiful Willo’Dell Nursery to enjoy
