*April 16, 2023*
*Readings:*
Ezekiel 37:1–14
1 John 5:4–10
John 20:19–31
*The Wounds of Christ Give Us Life*
“For there are three that testify: the Spirit and the water and the blood” (1 John 5:7). These three point to Christ and flow from Christ. Jesus shows His disciples His hands side, from which blood and water flowed, saying “Peace be with you.” He presents the wounds which turn our fear to gladness and which restore us to the Father. Jesus breathes on His disciples and says, “Receive the Holy Spirit” (John 20:23). His breath, His words are Spirit and life. They raise up our dry, dead bones and give us new and everlasting life (Ezek. 37:1–14). Christ now gives His ministers to speak His forgiving, Spirit-filled words to the penitent in His stead. Our Lord continues to come to His people, presenting His wounds to us in the Sacraments of water and blood. He bids us to touch His side at His table, to receive His risen body and blood in true faith, that believing we may have life in His name.
*Sunday Resources:*
Trinity Bulletin <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-04-16-Second-Sunday-of-Easter-Quasimodo-Geniti.pdf>
Congregation At Prayer <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-04-16-The-Second-Sunday-of-Easter.pdf>
News & Notes <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/04-16-23-News-Notes.pdf>
*Sunday Catechesis:*
+ Topic: The Church (Scriptures & Confessions)
*Wednesday Catechesis:*
+ 1, 2, 3 John
*Weekly Schedule (April 16 – 22, 2023):*
*Sunday *
+ 9:00 am Divine Service
+ 10:30 am Catechesis
+ 3:00 pm (Spanish) Divine Service
+ 3:30 pm Elder’s Book Study
*Monday *
+ *PASTOR FILIPEK OUT OF TOWN ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT*
+ *No Matins*
+ *No Private Confession*
*Tuesday *
+ *PASTOR FILIPEK OUT OF TOWN ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT*
+ *No Matins*
+ 6:30 pm Sister’s of Sophia (The Ladder)
*Wednesday *
+ *PASTOR FILIPEK OUT OF TOWN ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT*
+ *No Matins*
+ *No Catechesis*
+ *No Divine Service*
+ 5:15 pm Catechesis *(Pastor Metzger)*
+ 7:00 pm Evening Prayer *(Pastor Metzger)*
*Thursday *
+ *PASTOR FILIPEK OUT OF TOWN ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT*
+ *No Matins*
+ 7:00 pm Elder’s Meeting
+ 7:30 pm Hall of Men (The Ladder)
*Friday Pastor Filipek’s Day Off *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 6:00 pm CAW Fundraising Banquet (Immanuel Lutheran)
*Saturday*
*Feasts, Festivals, and Commemorations (April 2023)*
Lectionary Summaries – Feasts and Festivals <files.lcms.org/file/preview/G1MmzeM6FGzy4VOoKsjP5C9w4ify7t85?>
Commemoration Biographies <files.lcms.org/file/preview/Eqm0sBtilV1kI57LHE7XkLDDgl0mV2ng?>
+ 20 [C] Johannes Bugenhagen, *Pastor*
+ 21 [C] Anselm of Canterbury, *Theologian*
+ 24 [C] Johann Walter, *Kantor*
+ 25 [F] St. Mark, Evangelist
*Upcoming Events:*
+ *OMT Theological Reading Group*
*Tuesday, **April 25* *(Date Change)* (Trinity)
8:30 am Matins
9:15 am Reading Discussion
11:15 am Prayer
11:30 am Lunch
*Reading Assignment:*
*Due: *Esolen, Anthony. *The Hundredfold: Songs for the Lord*. San Francisco, California, Ignatius Press, 2019. (232 pages)
*Announcements:*
+ *TRINITY VOTER’S MEETING*
Trinity Voter’s Meeting is scheduled for *April 23* at *11:30 am*. Plan on attending Bible Study and then staying for the meeting. We have many important topics to discuss including election of Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President and Elders positions. *We want all members to attend*. *Please don’t miss it!*
+ *CONCORDIA ACADEMY WICHITA BANQUET:*
You’re invited to join Concordia Academy at their upcoming Fundraiser Banquet and Silent Auction on *Friday, April 21 at 6pm* in the Fellowship Hall (at Immanuel). There is a wonderful evening planned with a meal and renowned speakers. Tickets are free. To reserve your seats contact Amanda Carter at the school office (316) 202-8989.
+ *HOMEMADE FOOD TO SHARE*
There is a refrigerator where the old Dr. Pepper soda machine was. Inside the fridge contains individual bags and containers of homemade food. Any member who would like a home cooked item or wants to share with someone who could use it, they are free to take.
Feel free to take when needed or contact the office for more information.
+ *TRINITY IS LOOKING FOR A NEW SECRETARY*: This position is 15-20 hours per week and requires proficiency in Microsoft Word (with very basic skills in Microsoft Publisher and Excel a plus.) A familiarity with the LCMS Service Book, the Church Year, and the Service Settings would also be helpful. We will offer LOTS of help and ongoing training!! (Christie isn’t leaving, just retiring!)
*Resources:*
+ *Issues, Etc.*
*For the week of April 16*
EXPERT GUESTS, EXPANSIVE TOPICS, EXTOLLING CHRIST… Issues, Etc. is a radio-talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week’s teachings include: Putting Children at the Center of Family Policy; Responding to Unanswered Bible Questions; The Doctrine of the Trinity & the Bible; Lies about Human Nature; The Sacrifice of the Mass and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org <r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016psFFp75k9C8n3Ichm4ZEbJ4aHbjt5BdOSI351-ZC93yBjGRXEbntVNv36GG_GsG6dlJv456ud4NmUvy4FRvlUhDzofB-kKSP4Tnj525KHM1oClJIGLnWl7AuhQjYSj_EK2D6KEnBT7iPhG0ZLG-Fw==&c=EIZe0iXUJ1FQsREt5P…>, the LPR mobile app and your favorite podcast provider. Listen Here <issuesetc.org/>
*Miscellaneous:*
+ *Greece & The Greek Isles*
11 Days: October 17–27, 2023
Hosted by Rev. Cliff and Lois Winter
Space is limited!
For more information, see the attached flyer or contact them at (316) 461-2593 or loiswinter@yahoo.com
+ *CAW (Concordia Academy Wichita) April Newsletter*
mailchi.mp/concordiaacademywichita/caw-march-2023-newsletter-6264013
+ *CAW (Concordia Academy Wichita) OPEN ENROLLMENT*
We are now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. Scholarships are available on a first come first served basis. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about enrollment at CAW please contact our office at 316-202-8989 or email us at CAW_info@concordiaacademywichita.org
*Helpful Links:*
Trinity Lutheran Church tlcwichita.org <www.tlcwichita.org/>
Concordia Academy Wichita Concordia Academy Wichita – Home <www.concordiaacademywichita.org/>
Kansas District LCMS LCMS Kansas District | (kslcms.org) <kslcms.org/>
The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod LCMS.org – The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod <www.lcms.org/>
Eighth Day Books Eighth Day Books <www.eighthdaybooks.com/>
Eighth Day Institute Welcome to Eighth Day Institute <www.eighthdayinstitute.org/>
Concordia Publishing House Home – Concordia Publishing House (cph.org) <www.cph.org/>
Issues, Etc. issuesetc.org