*April 2, 2023*
*Readings:*
John 12:12–19 (Palm Sunday Procession)
Zechariah 9:9–12
Philippians 2:5–11
Matthew 26:1—27:66
*The Cross and Passion of Our Lord Are the Hour of His Glory*
“Behold, your King is coming to you . . . humble and mounted on a donkey” (Zech. 9:9–12; Mt. 21:1–9). Our Lord rides in this humble fashion because He is entering Jerusalem to humble Himself even to the point of death on a cross (Phil. 2:5–11). His kingly crown will not be made of gold but of thorns, the sign of sin’s curse. For His royal reign is displayed in bearing this curse for His people, saving us from our enemies by sacrificing His own life. The sinless One takes the place of the sinner so that the sinner can be freed and bear the name “Barabbas,” “son of the Father” (Matthew 26 and 27). It is at the name of this exalted Savior, Jesus, that we bow in humble faith. With the centurion who declared, “Truly this was the Son of God!” (Mt. 27:54), we are also given to confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father (Phil. 2:11).
*Sunday Resources:*
Trinity Bulletin <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-04-02-Palm-Sunday.pdf>
Congregation At Prayer <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-04-02-Palm-Sunday-1.pdf>
News & Notes <www.tlcwichita.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/04-02-23-News-Notes.pdf>
*Sunday Catechesis:*
+ Topic: The Church (Scriptures & Confessions)
*Wednesday Catechesis:*
+ 1, 2, 3 John
*Palm Sunday/Passion Sunday Notes:*
+ All gather in the Narthex or Parking Lot around the processional cross with palm branches in hand.
+ The congregation processes into the sanctuary, following the cross. Each member lays his palms on the floor at the entrance to the chancel.
+ The entire passion narrative will be read. The tradition of standing during the Gospel reading is intended to recognize the very voice of Jesus in our midst—it is a sign of great reverence. If you desire, you may stand for the reading; or, due to its length, you may sit.
*Weekly Schedule (April 2 – 8, 2023):*
*Sunday *
+ 9:00 am Divine Service
+ 10:30 am Catechesis
+ 3:00 pm Spanish Service
*Monday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 4:30 pm Private Confession
+ 7:00 pm Compline (Holy Monday)
*Tuesday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 7:00 pm Compline (Holy Tuesday)
*Wednesday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 9:30 am Catechesis
+ 11:00 am Divine Service
+ *5:45 pm Private Confession*
+ 7:00 pm Compline (Holy Wednesday)
*Thursday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 7:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service
*Friday Pastor Filipek’s Day Off *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 12:00 pm Good Friday Chief Service
+ 7:00 pm Good Friday Tenebrae Vespers
*Saturday*
+ 8:00 pm Easter Vigil
*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?>
+ 6 [C] Lucas Cranach and Albrecht Durer, *Artists*
+ 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:*
+ *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.
+ *EASTER FEAST!!!*
Plan on attending the Easter Feast following the Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord, Divine Service on April 9. There will be great food, drinks, board games for the kids, campfire, and a lot of celebration. The fast will be over. It will be time to feast!
*DETAILS:*
*1) **RSVP* – Please RSVP by a) signing the sheet in the narthex, b) email office@tlc.kscoxmail.com, or c) call church office at (316) 685-1571
*2) *Please bring a side dish and/or a dessert to share.
*3) **Please bring a favorite board game and/or card game for kids*
+ *HOMEMADE FOOD TO SHARE*
There is a shelf in the kitchen fridge with 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.
+ *WEDNESDAY NIGHT CATECHESIS*
We will not meet during Lent. We will start up again on *April 12*.
+ *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 2*
HOLY WEEK PODCASTS… 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: The Hymn “O Lord, We Praise Thee,” The Seven Words of Christ from the Cross, The Hymn “Upon the Cross Extended,” Apparent Contradictions in the Events of Holy Week and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org <r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017vgnHKyu_IdArFeGsJYuPfgjQ5cQtLrYmS6cEwCWiXQQokB0qk0DATmltOgFRH0HoNksmeqZ89GeBdbBva6UVXQvIdSOL_6qja3ZXPCLSUqOqo8YFSBaGzrCPYtbSkoUrBLxzpGd0sizX_0OOzu0zw==&c=IGdxhEw_VjPZqOnxS0…>, 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
+ *Concordia Academy* enrollment for 2023-2024 is open! Follow this *link <www.concordiaacademywichita.org/admissions.html>* to find out how to enroll your high schooler for the 2023-2024 school year.
+ *CAW (Concordia Academy Wichita) March Newsletter*
mailchi.mp/concordiaacademywichita/caw-march-2023-newsletter-6261965
+ *CAW (Concordia Academy Wichita) April “Report Card”*
Please read the attachment.
*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