Trinity Lutheran Church of Wichita

*+ SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (QUASIMODO GENITI) +*
*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

*+ THE RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD +*
*April 9, 2023*

*Readings:*
Job 19:23–27
1 Corinthians 5:6–8
Mark 16:1–8
*Christ’s Resurrection Means That We Will One Day Be Raised*
“Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed” (1 Cor. 5:7). By the shed blood of Christ, the Lamb of God, eternal death has passed over us. Now we pass with Christ through death into life everlasting. For Christ the crucified One is risen! The stone has been rolled away from the tomb, revealing that the tomb could not hold Him (Mark 16:1–8). Now our Redeemer lives eternally to save us from sin and Satan and the grave, and we can live in the sure hope of our own bodily resurrection with Christ. “After my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26). Feasting on the living Christ, who is our meat and drink indeed, we boldly say: “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting? . . . But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Cor. 15:54–55, 57).
*Sunday Resources: **(No Links This Week)*
Trinity Bulletin
Congregation At Prayer
News & Notes

*Sunday Catechesis:*
+ Topic: The Church (Scriptures & Confessions)

*Wednesday Catechesis:*
+ 1, 2, 3 John

*The Resurrection of Our Lord Sunday Notes:*
*Weekly Schedule (April 9 – 15, 2023):*
*Sunday *
+ 9:00 am Divine Service
+ 11:00 am *EASTER FEAST!!!*
*Monday *
+ *Office Closed*
+ *No Matins*
+ *No Private Confession*
*Tuesday *
+ *No Matins*
+ 7:00 pm Council Meeting
*Wednesday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
+ 9:30 am Catechesis
+ 11:00 am Divine Service
+ 5:15 pm Catechesis
+ 7:00 pm Evening Prayer
*Thursday *
+ 8:30 am Matins
*Friday Pastor Filipek’s Day Off *
+ 8:30 am Matins
*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. *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 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*
Starts again this Wednesday, *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 9*
SACRED MUSIC FOR THE EASTER SEASON… “Jesus Christ Is Risen Today,” “Christ Jesus Lay in Death’s Strong Bands,” “I Know That My Redeemer Lives,” “Awake, My Heart, with Gladness,” “He’s Risen, He’s Risen.” You can listen 24/7 to sacred music for the 50 days of the Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.org <r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DKeLyLDqnFiybGIA2qSrj5IllCzPdn_cUPYoEF9W4ee-r4DfHyaS5k8wyR_OZpK0wLJcX3wT3CL9_BoL0A81yYQ5IEvaIft5mUY2rKFYfUeHecgY5lQgsyla4wGLRRZevfX97x_IE6I_Y0wVvA2k-p5pfsDEndCL&c=uMhJxublos…>, TuneIn, Amazon Echo, Google Home, Apple HomePod and the Lutheran Public Radio mobile app. 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

*+ PALM SUNDAY/PASSION SUNDAY (PALMARUM) +*
*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