Groups in Trinity Lutheran Church - Vinton have had a very active winter. The Men's Bible Study group put on their second Father-Son Breakfast in November. Three generations of men got together for a full breakfast, devotions, social time and a craft. The craft this fall was a woodworking project where each family built a cross. The breakfast is open to all men and gives them a chance to get together and strengthen their family and Christian bonds. The Men's group also hosted REv. Daniel Johnson on January 5th as he spoke about his missionary work to the Lutheran churches in Siberia and the Baltic countries.
The Evangelism Board built a lighted float for the local Holiday Lights Parade. A lighted nativity and the Christmas carol "What child is this?" brought the message of Christ to the viewers who lined the street. Church members walked beside the float handing out candy and "Road to Emmaus" DVD's.This is the second year Trinity has had a float in this parade.
The Sunday School Christmas Pageant this year was written by our Pastor and told the Biblical Nativity story. It was an exciting time for the children as they had all new costumes, stage and backdrops courtesy of the Education Board and members of the church. The children also sang one of their songs at the Christmas Eve worship service.
Five Junior High students attended the IDE Jr High Retreat at IoDisECa. The kids found the Bible study "What is the World to Me?" very interesting. It was well presented by Rev. Peter Hoft. Of course, the games and Snolympics and great food were a big hit. Pastor Stephen Preus and Margaret Preus joined students Ethan Horak, Jonathon Kreutner, Weston Powers, Cole Tharp and Hailey Twaites for the weekend.
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