This morning, I had a conversation with Dom Korbel, the Executive Director at Community Pathways. Community Pathways is the organization that runs the community food shelf and clothing bank for Owatonna and our surrounding area. Dom said that yesterday, individuals and families who receive SNAP benefits (food stamps) were notified that because of the government … More Community Pathways Needs Our Help
Have you ever wondered what people really think about you? I mean like, after the meeting is over…after you leave the room…after you run into someone at the grocery store, or at a restaurant. After you walk away, do you wonder what they may be thinking or saying about you, behind your back? Or have you ever … More The Gospel According to Facebook
Last week was quite the adventure! I got to spend the week at the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans. It was an event with 16,500 young people and adult leaders, including around 30 from Trinity. The Gathering was an incredible event where our young people and their leaders experienced worship, service, accompaniment, new relationships, resources for … More There is Always More
A question I wonder about a lot is: “When God imagines Trinity in the days to come, what does God see?” Our leadership has spent a lot of time thinking…and praying about this question. We are confident in our mission, (Remember the mission? “Through Jesus’ love we welcome, connect, learn and serve.”) But what does it look like to be … More God’s Vision for Trinity
Dear friends, In the last 10 days, it feels like we’ve experienced ten years’ worth of “change.” Everything feels different and there is no road map, no manual, no GPS system to help us navigate it. I’ve made a commitment to keeping you informed as to what is going at church and how we are … More A Trinity Update – March 19
Test Driving Theology 