Bible Studies & Cross Explorations

Cross Explorations is a Bible study that challenges children and adults to dig deep into the stories of the Bible. Each week, the pastors teach a Cross Explorations Bible study for adults that mirrors the same lesson the kids will experience in Sunday School.

The children’s materials provide discussion points so parents can keep the conversation going around the dinner table and throughout the week. This year’s focus will be on stories from the New Testament.

3K-5K | Room 422

1st-3rd grade | Room 402

4th-6th grade | Room 403

7th grade – Adult | Gathering Room

Nursery (Birth-3) | Rooms 408 & 409

Brian & Joanie Forke

Sunday 9:30am 

Art/Science Room (Elevator to the basement, on your left)

From the high pastures he lifts his eyes to see across the Salt Sea and the Jordan, where the shadows stalk and devour Edom, Moab, and Ammon. Turning toward the sunset, he sees the distant peak of Mount Carmel, the coasts of Philistia, and the way to Egypt engulfed with reddish light. He calls together the sheep and leads them to safety before the day turns to darkness, when predators roam.

The Lord called the shepherd Amos to deliver a surprising and ominous message for Judah and Israel. In his prophecies, Amos pictured the Lord angry, crouching, and focused like a lion stalking the sinful, carefree nations. The kingdoms were prosperous when Amos preached, but his prophecies of destruction were rapidly fulfilled by the invading Assyrians, who besieged Samaria within a few decades.  (The Lutheran Study Bible. St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House, 2009.)

Gary Janetzke
Sunday 9:30am (Tuesday evening Zoom option)
School Library

SMALL GROUP WORKSHOP SERIES
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Eph.2:10
Have you ever wondered, “What are the works God has prepared for me to do?

DISCOVER is a four-session workshop in which you are able to see how God has uniquely prepared you to “Serve in His World and Join in His Mission.” This fall’s sessions will run from 9:30-10 am each Sunday, September 15- October 6th in the Library. For those who can’t make it on Sunday, it will also be offered on Tuesday evenings, September 17th -October 8th from 7:00-8:00 via Zoom.

The DISCOVER Workshop Series is the first step in becoming part of an Activate(D) Faith Team. This is a small group of believers who are intentionally becoming disciples who make disciples. These groups will meet regularly to support one another in doing so.
If you have already completed DISCOVER and would like to take the next step and become part of an ACTIVATE(D) Faith Team please contact Gary.
If you would like your current small group to become an ACTIVATE(D) Faith Team Gary would be happy to lead you through the entire Disciple Making team Series.

Brian & Angela Axtman
Sunday 6pm
Jagla Home

The Chosen is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, as seen through the eyes of those who knew him. Set during Roman oppression in first-century Israel, the seven-season show provides an authentic look at Jesus’ life and revolutionary teachings.

The Chosen is based on the true Gospel stories of Jesus Christ… all biblical and historical context and any elements of artistic imagination are designed to support the truth and intent of the Holy Scriptures. (www.thechosen.tv/en-us)

Expect lively discussion that compares portrayals from the Chosen to the Biblical accounts, and that leaves you with a deeper appreciation for who Jesus is and what He has done for us.

Saleska’s and Weber’s
Sunday 5:30pm
Saleska and Weber Homes

Modern parents are stressed out and tired. They’ve tried countless parenting books, many of which teach fear-based parenting that focus on rigid rules and boundaries. Dr. Tim Kimmell, founder of Family Matters ministries, offers a timeless look at parenting. Dr. Kimmel recommends a parenting style that emphasizes the importance of communicating the unconditional love that Christ offers and affirms this timeless message of grace to your family.

This parenting style mirrors God’s love, reflects His forgiveness, and displaces fear as a motivator. It provides a safe space for children to develop into functional adults with purpose, security, and inner strength.

As we embrace the grace God offers, we begin to give it—creating a solid foundation for growing morally strong and spiritually motivated children.

Saturday 6:30pm
Letters & Signs Shop (10016 W Freistadt Road)

Season 4 of The Chosen is a biblical drama that focuses on the life of Jesus and the challenges he faces as his popularity grows. The season follows Jesus as his enemies close in, his followers struggle to keep up, and religious leaders ally with the Romans in an attempt to threaten him. The season also explores the characters’ motivations and core emotions, and some say it takes viewers to new places and gives them a bigger sense of the world.

This group will watch an episode together and discuss what they have seen. Fellowship and snacks follow.

Pastors
Wednesdays at noon
Online via Zoom

Our Wednesday Bible study with the pastors will be taking a break during Advent and returning in January. Make plans to join us (online) in the new year at noon on Wednesdays

This NEW study led by the pastors will multiply the impact of the Sunday morning service. Ready yourself for Sunday worship by deepening your understanding of the coming sermon text.

Each Wednesday will offer a brief review of the previous week’s sermon focus, and then the pastors will take a close look at the following weekend’s sermon text, providing context and a more detailed examination of the scriptures than is possible during a sermon. Participants are welcome to log on just to listen or can ask questions and join the discussion.

Jump on via Zoom from home or take advantage of your lunchbreak to listen from work, and let the word of Christ dwell in you richly all week long.

Join via Zoom at zoom.carlehenbauer.com (passcode: lunch) or email Pastor Carl to receive a direct link: clehenbauer@trinityfreistadt.com.

Melinda Neuenfeldt
Wednesday 5:30 pm (Women) – Begins October 9
Trinity

The Story is an abridged, chronological Bible that reads like a novel. There are no verse references, and Scripture segments are seamlessly woven together with transition text into a single grand narrative. The Story helps people understand God’s Word more fully and engage with it more easily.

See how each of the Bible stories you already know fits into the bigger picture of God’s work of salvation for the human race.

This study lays a foundation of Biblical knowledge that will enrich your appreciation for the rest of the scriptures, making future devotions, sermons, and Bible studies more meaningful.

Lori Scheck
Friday 8:30am (women) – Begins October 4
Trinity Gathering Room

Women of all ages are invited to join us in this six-session video Bible study, as we delve into the lives of five people in the Bible who, like us, wondered if God saw them in their distress. Through the stories of Hagar, Ruth, Boaz, David, and Mary of Magdala, you will discover that even in the darkest times, God constantly watches over you. He has promised to never abandon you, and He empowers you to fulfill the purpose that he has for your life.

Contact Lori to purchase the book for $21.99.

Rick Adams
Saturday 7am (Men) – In progress – Join anytime.
Trinity Gathering Room

Join our Saturday morning men’s group in their continued study of the scriptures. This group will soon be finishing the book of Hebrews and choosing what to study next, so now is a great time to get started.

Our Saturday study is a relaxed, no pressure group. We meet in the Gathering Room with plenty of coffee, breakfast treats, and great conversation. No need to sign up – just show up!

Beth Dieringer
Thursday 8am (Women)
Trinity Gathering Room

In a culture full of conflict and division, the Bible encourages us to love everybody, always. Join us in this video Bible study about Jesus’s choice to love people, even in chaos. In this new series, bestselling author Bob Goff reminds us what it means to follow Jesus and obey his commands even in these challenging times.

This women’s Bible study takes a deep dive into rotating topics and various passages of scripture. Expect lively discussion and deepening friendship.

Marjorie Kreienbrink
Wednesday 9:00 am (Women) – Begins September 18
Marjorie’s Home

Marjorie’s Bible study for women begins again this fall with an LWML study called Leaning on Jesus. In a culture that promotes independence and self-empowerment, we are taught to stand on our own two feet, to “pull ourselves up by our bootstraps.” What happens, then, when we trip and fall? What happens when we realize we’re weak, or weary, or lacking wisdom, direction, or strength? Let’s learn to live out (and promote) a different posture: leaning. Leaning on Jesus.

Leaning of Jesus is an eight-session Bible study that aims to teach us that what we need we receive from the Lord: forgiveness and strength for today, direction for today and tomorrow, and hope for eternity. We lean into Him and follow His lead as He calls us into our vocations and other people’s lives.

Fred Mollwitz
Tuesday 7:30 am – Already in progress – Join anytime!
School Library (church basement)

Ready to get behind the scenes on those great stories you heard as a kid but wondered about as an adult? Well, wonder no longer. Fred has been leading this video-based study called “Stuff They Didn’t Teach Me in Sunday School” for several years now, and the episodes just keep coming! Watch and listen as Bruce Wurdeman drives his way through Scripture and comes up with stuff even a Hebrew scholar would enjoy.

Each week features a separate Bible story, so even if you miss a week here and there, you can jump in and out without feeling like you’re behind. Fred’s study is for both men and women and for all ages.

with Pastor Carl Lehenbauer, Rick Adams, and Angela Axtman

Trinity subscribes to the Christian media platform RightNow Media – which means you can have your own FREE ACCESS as a Trinity member. Access more than 25,000 Bible studies and videos – right at your fingertips on all your devices. You can also find Trinity’s weekly sermons and specific studies recommended by Trinity’s ministry staff.

If you don’t have an account yet you can get started here. Remember…IT’S FREE!

This podcast is an “across-the-table conversation” around God’s Word – currently progressing through the book of Acts. Our goal is to help make each household a place of spiritual vibrancy, with special encouragement for those who are the spiritual leaders within each household, but the Biblical conversation is helpful to all, no matter the age and stage of life.

We release one episode a week. Each podcast lasts 25-30 minutes.

Find us at TrinityMequon.org/TableTalkPodcast

Pastor Daniel Reh

1st & 3rd Sundays 6:30 pm

Trinity

MORE is Trinity’s Youth Ministry—for those in Grades 7 through 12. MORE meets approximately twice a month on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 pm with a pastor-led Bible Study, snacks, and games in the gymnasium. Being a part of MORE is a great way for youth to build and maintain relationships along with discovering the various gifts God has given us.

Becky Hohnstadt

“Make a joyful noise to the Lord all the earth!” Psalm 100:1
Come and sing! Come and ring! Come and praise the Lord! A big part of our worship is the music we offer in joyful praise to our Lord. Please consider how your God-given talents can help provide a musically uplifting worship experience for our Trinity family. New members are welcome!

Bell Choir (2-5 octaves, high-school age and up)

• Rehearse Thursdays at 5:45pm.
• Music reading skills, bell care, and ringing technique will be taught.

Mixed Choir (4+ part singing for high-school age and up)

• Rehearse Thursdays from 7:00-8:15 pm.
• Special Music for Reformation, All Saints, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and a few Sundays joyfully sprinkled in between.

Instrumentalists: I am always looking to add special music as accompaniment or solo—let me know you are interested!