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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH
Brattleboro, VT

See The Light, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, January 22, 2023 Matthew 9:27 Jesus was followed by two blind men crying out, “Have mercy on us!” Jesus said, “Do you really believe I can do this?” They said, “Why, yes, Master!” He touched their eyes and said, “Become what you believe.” It happened. They saw. Whether we have happiness depends on us, specifically, how we see. How we see the world, how we see others, and how we see ourselves. Jesus said "Become what you believe." Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, assisted by Ron Solberg, joined by Marsha Heydenreich Newton as reader and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

You-Turn, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, January 15, 2023 Matthew 4:17 Jesus began to preach saying “Repent…” “Repent” really means “be transformed” and that was the central message of Jesus. The message of Christ is to center on God. This DOES NOT mean we ignore our needs or the needs of our family. Jesus taught to love ourselves and also love others. The vision is to find a balance. Turn around. Find a new center. This is not a call to ignore our needs, but it is a call to center on God and go forward. “Repent” is a call to change our center. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, assisted by Marsha Heydenreich, joined by Micaela Carlton Newton as reader and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Moments, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, January 8, 2023 Matthew 3:16 - As soon as Jesus was baptized, at that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Baptism symbolized a washing away of the past and a new beginning; people confessed their sins and were made new. Jesus was about 30 years old when he was baptized in the Jordan River. He had a “spiritual” experience when he was baptized, he heard a voice and saw the Spirit of God. This experience was transformative and marked the beginning of his teaching and ministry. Many of us have had such moments (although in most cases nothing as dramatic), when we feel particularly open to or close to God. Remember Jesus in those moments. Let those moments make a difference in your life. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, assisted by Jeff Herman-May, joined by Beverly Wolf as reader and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Christmas Eve Peace, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 24, 2022 Isaiah 9: For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders, and he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Our Christmas Eve prayer: Lord, In Jesus you have spoken to humankind in a unique way. As Christ dwelt us, may your Spirit of grace be born anew in our hearts. May we see that your Way to Life is the way of kindness and consideration both for ourselves and others. Open our eyes, our minds and our hearts that we see your Spirit among us; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen We hope you enjoy Trinity's beautiful, candlelight, Christmas Eve service! Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, assisted by Kris Grotz-Kuch, joined by Gene Kuch as reader and Marsha Heydenreich on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

This Christmas Find Peace, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 18, 2022 Luke 1:26 God sent the angel Mary… pledged to be married to Joseph, The angel said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered …. As the story goes, Mary is not too excited when the angel tells her she will be with child by the Holy Spirit. She questions this, ponders this and eventually comes to a point of acceptance. Joseph her husband was also not happy and wanted to divorce her. Eventually he accepts his situation as well. We can learn from Mary and Joseph. Are you in a place of complaint, finding fault and bemoaning? Christmas time is chock full of reasons to grouse. We may not verbalize it (sometimes we do!) but we think it. Why don’t the children behave, or why don’t they call, or send gifts, why do they raise their children so differently, why do the neighbors..., why doesn’t my church…, why does the community or the neighborhood…, endless. Be aware of what is going on within… This Christmas look for the good in what IS versus bemoaning what is not. This is the Way to a more peaceful season. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides, assisted by Kris Grotz-Kuch, joined by Lynne Stone as reader and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Don't Forget Your Oil", Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 11, 2022 Matthew 25:1 Jesus taught: “(T)he kingdom of heaven will be like 10 maidens who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 5 were foolish and 5 were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil. The wise ones took oil. The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil….’, ‘No,’ they replied...(G)o and buy some.’ (W)hile they were gone, the bridegroom arrived. The maidens who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet. (T)he door was shut. Later the others returned. ‘Lord, open the door for us!’ (H)e replied, ‘I tell you, I don’t know you.’ Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour. The party (peace, joy) was there for them. They were told about it! There was a party… and they missed it. Life stares us in the face and we get warned over and over – it is going to end. And the end might be very sudden. Where is that party of peace and joy going on in your day? Are we "in the moment". Or do we get distracted so we miss it. Look for it. Show up for the party. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides assisted by Jeff Herman-May, joined by Beverly Wolf as reader and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Find God in the "Non-Pretty", Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, December 4, 2022 Matthew 3:4 - John’s clothes were made of camel’s hair…his food was locusts and wild honey…” We tend to like pristine, neat, orderly, sanitized and pretty. And we want these things in our homes, cars, workplace and the people we associate with. John the Baptist ate locusts. He dealt with bees. He was from the wilderness. Nothing pretty about him. But it was this non-pretty guy who prepared the way for Jesus. Often we find God in the “non-pretty.” Look there. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides assisted by Kris Grotz-Kuch, joined by Gene Kuch as reader, and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.

Remember to Give Thanks, Trinity Lutheran Church, Brattleboro, VT, November 20, 2022 Luke 17:11 Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? Has no one returned to give praise to God except this foreigner?” Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.” Ten lepers were healed, but only one came back to give thanks. It takes energy and work to live in gratitude. We have to consciously direct our focus to it. Look for the blessings of your day and life. That awareness will take the edge off of negative emotions and bring a measure of God’s peace. But that takes work. Write down 5 good moments from yesterday. Not – “I am grateful for my spouse,” that is ritualistic and “pat.” Rather – “I am grateful that my spouse ironed my shirt, or brought me a coffee, or raked the leaves, or opened the door for me.” Be specific. Look for the moment. It prepares us to see such moments in the day ahead. Our days are filled with such moments. We just have to have eyes to see. Pastor Jon Heydenreich presides assisted by Marsha Heydenreich, joined by Lynne Stone as reader, and Laura Josephs on piano. No matter who you are in your walk of faith, or where you are in that journey, you are invited to the communion table at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation, more or less traditional and relaxed, and a Reconciling in Christ congregation where all are welcome.