Trinity E-News+ Twenty-third Sunday after the Trinity +November 8, 2026

Nov 5

Render to God the Things of God

When confronted with the civic duty of paying taxes, our Lord Jesus, Wisdom incarnate, walked “in the way of righteousness, in the paths of justice” (Prov. 8:20) and discerned that wisdom “is better than jewels” and “better than gold, even fine gold” (Prov. 8:11, 19). When we set our minds on earthly things, such as wealth and passing glory, our “end is destruction” (Phil. 3:19). However, our humble and prudent Lord has rendered “to God the things that are God’s” (Matt. 22:21), namely, perfect fear, love, and trust, as well as the complete sacrifice for our sin. In so doing, He also rendered to Caesar the things of honor and justice, submitting to the law of the land that put Him on the cross. The true “riches and honor are with [Him],” because “enduring wealth and righteousness” (Prov. 8:18) are found in our heavenly citizenship from which “we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.” He “will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself” (Phil. 3:20-21).

Sunday Resources:

Bulletin for the Twenty-third Sunday after Trinity ~ Nov. 8, 2026

Trinity News & Notes for November 8, 2026

Congregation at Prayer for Trinity 23 ~ November 8, 2026

Sunday Readings:

Old Testament Reading: Proverbs 8:11–22

Epistle Reading: Philippians 3:17–21

Gospel: Matthew 22:15-22

Sunday Catechesis:

+ The Acts of the Apostles

Wednesday Catechesis:

+ The Minor Prophets

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8th

Commemoration of Johannes Staupitz, Luther’s Father Confessor

8:25 a.m. Choir practice in Fellowship Hall

9:00 a.m. Divine Service

10:30 a.m. Bible Study

3:30 p.m. Daughters of Grace Bible Study

MONDAY, 9th

Commemoration of Martin Chemnitz (birth), Pastor & Confessor

8:30 a.m. Matins

TUESDAY, 10th

8:30 a.m. Matins

6:00 p.m. Council Meeting

WEDNESDAY, 11th

Commemoration of Martin of Tours, Pastor

8:30 a.m. Matins

9:30 a.m. Bible Study

11:00 a.m. Divine Service

5:15 p.m. Meal & Catechesis

7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer

THURSDAY, 12th

8:30 a.m. Matins

4:30 p.m. Private Confession

FRIDAY, 13th

No Matins

SATURDAY, 14th

Commemoration of Emperor Justinian,

Christian Ruler & Confessor of Christ

UPCOMING EVENTS:

+ OMT Theological Reading Group

Tuesday, November 17th (Trinity)

8:30 a.m. Matins

9:15 a.m. Reading Discussion

11:15 a.m. Prayer

11:30 a.m. Lunch

Reading Assignment: Due: Schaff, Philip and Wace, Henry. Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, volume 14: The Seven Ecumenical Councils. Peabody, Massachusetts, Hendrickson Publishers. 2012. (191-353 pages) Note: Free at ccel.org

2026 OMT book list and schedule may be found HERE.

+ Catechesis & Midweek Meals on Wednesday begins with a meal at 5:15 p.m. There are classes for all ages. Everyone is welcome!

+ 2026 Annual Voters’ Meeting Please plan to attend the Annual voters’ meeting on November 15 right after Sunday Bible study. We will be voting on important things such as a Synod constitutional amendment and the budget for 2027. Lunch will be provided.

+ Wedding Invitation The congregation of Trinity Lutheran Church and friends of the Lovett family are invited to attend the wedding ceremony of Sarah Lovett, daughter of Pastor Mark and Kristi Lovettt, and Luke Gillespie, son of Pastor Christopher and Anne Gillespie, on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 2:00 p.m. We give thanks to God for the gift of marriage and pray that He would richly bless Sarah and Luke as they begin their life together, keeping them steadfast in faith and love throughout their marriage.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

+ The Trinity Ladies’ Advent Tea is scheduled for December 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Click here to sign up.

+ Support the Concordia Academy Wichita Phoenix Trap Team!

Take your shot at supporting our student athletes through our annual Phoenix Trap Team Rifle Raffle! This year's prize package features a special-edition Ruger 10/22 America's 250th Anniversary Rifle, 500 rounds of ammunition, a soft rifle case, and a personalized Phoenix Trap Team hoodie. Raffle proceeds help cover equipment, ammunition, range fees, and competition expenses, keeping trap shooting affordable for our students.

Tickets: $10 for 1 | $50 for 7 | $100 for 15

Ticket sales close Friday, November 13, at 8:00 AM.

Purchase tickets HERE!

+ Save the Date for Concordia Academy Concert Series! Concordia Academy Wichita invites you to an evening of beautiful music on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at Risen Savior Lutheran Church in Wichita. Featuring Gustav Mahler's Das Lied von der Erde (The Song of the Earth), the concert is presented in partnership with Wichita Grand Opera as part of its 2026–2027 Season. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the concert beginning at 7:00 PM.

Admission is free, and a free-will offering will be received.

Learn more at cawichita.org/concordia-concert-series/

+ Hearing Devices for the Divine Service If you would like assistance in hearing the Divine Service, Trinity has hearing devices available! Please see Pastor Filipek for more information.

+ Card Shower for Shut-ins The Hospitality Committee is collecting birthday greetings for Trinity’s shut-in members. If you would like to participate, please bring a birthday card for Louise Smith by November 22. Cards may be dropped off in the basket in the narthex. Thank you!

+ Daughters of Grace All young women (~college age to 40ish) are invited to attend a Wichita-area Bible study group affiliated with Lutheran Women in Mission. The group will meet November 8 at 3:30 p.m. in the classroom at the Westlink branch of the Wichita Public Library. For more information, contact Mary Jensen.

+ Donate online Zeffy is set up for your donations to Trinity. Either scan the QR code in News & Notes or find a link on our website. Questions? See Amanda or Dick. You can choose your offering amount or enter your own amount. You can even set it up to donate monthly! If you would like to add a small donation to Zeffy, you may, but it is not required. Enter your name and email address and that’s it!

+ Craft Club On November 16th, bring your own craft to work on and join us for an hour of fellowship and crafting fun in Trinity’s fellowship hall at 6:30 p.m. Cookies and tea will be served; all ages welcome. Feel free to bring a friend. For more information, please contact Patricia or Prairie VanSant.

+ Liturgical Living The Liturgical Living women’s group will meet on Sunday November 22 at 2 pm at Trudy Unruh’s house. Come if you desire to explore with fellow Lutherans how we might extend the liturgy into our everyday lives.

+ Questions on Life Issues? Check out the table just outside the church library for information on many life issues from conception to natural death. Or ask Curt or Debra Engelbrecht if you have questions on a specific life issue and do not see any information about it on that table.

+ Poinsettias If you would like to purchase a poinsettia for your home, please email the church office at office@tlc.kscoxmail.com letting Amy know your interest. There are a lot of sizes and colors to choose from! The order will be delivered mid-December.

Fairmount Ministries

-Young Adult Bible Group: Meeting Tuesday nights at 6:45 pm. This semester we are journeying through the book of Acts. Whether you're new to Bible study or looking to grow deeper in your faith, there's a place for you!

- Help Fill Shoeboxes with Love! Fairmount Ministries is collecting physical donations for Operation Christmas Child! Popular donation items include toothbrushes, combs, washcloths, school supplies, socks, small toys, stuffed animals, balls, jump ropes, coloring books, and more. A collection box is available at Fairmount. Please drop off donations by November 17 so everything is ready for our Friendsgiving assembly! Thank you for being part of this ministry!

-Fairmount Coffee Co New Fall Flavors: Pumpkin Patch Latte, Apple Picking Chai, Leaf Peeping Latte, Harvest Fest Matcha, and Trick-or-Treat Latte.

+ Please excuse our mess! During November, landscaping will be done on the north and east sides of Trinity. Thank you to our elders and trustees for organizing this work.

+ Food to Share: The Fridge of Love is stocked and the shelf beside it has non-perishable items. ANY member who is in need or wants to share with someone who could use it, they are free to take. Contact the office for more information.

Resources:

Issues, Etc.

For the week of November 8

Karaoke for Christian Hymns . . .

You can sing hymns like “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending,” “I Know That My Redeemer Lives,” “Jesus Priceless Treasure,” “Abide with Me” and more. Lutheran Public Radio has produced YouTube videos of more than 60 hymns featuring the Lutheran Public Radio Choir. Sing along at lutheranpublicradio.org/karaoke.

Read the Book of Concord Online! The text of Concordia: the Lutheran Confessions is available for you to explore and study for FREE on bookofconcord.cph.org.

As a result of Sunday’s Bible class discussion, these are links to Commemorations, Feasts, and Festivals with information about the Saints:

Link to Feasts and Festivals throughout the Church Year

Link to Commemorations throughout the Church Year