Jesus Does Battle in Our Place

In the Garden, man exalts himself to be a god in place of God (Gen. 3:1–21). He succumbs to the temptation of the devil, and eating of the forbidden fruit, he receives death. But in the sin-cursed wilderness, God humbles Himself to become man in place of man (Mt. 4:1–11). He does not eat but fasts and bears the onslaughts of the devil for us that we may be restored to life. Jesus stands as David in our place to do battle against the Goliath, Satan (1 Samuel 17:40–51). Though outwardly Jesus appears weak, yet He comes in the name of the Lord of hosts. He draws from the five smooth stones of the books of Moses and slings the Word of God. The stone sinks into the forehead, and the enemy falls. In Christ we are victorious over the devil. Let us therefore not receive the grace of God in vain (2 Cor. 6:1–10), but seeing that we have a great High Priest, let us come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain help in time of need (Heb 4:14–16).

 


📰 Trinity Times: January 2025 Highlights & Events

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 Here are the highlights from The Trinity Times newsletter.

📣 February 2026 Newsletter Highlights

Trinity Lutheran Church & School

✨ Spiritual Focus: Preparing for Lent

  • Pastor Jacob Dandy reflects on the meaning of self‑denial, repentance, and the cross as we enter Lent.
  • Lent is described as a season of returning—to God’s Word, His gifts, and the way of the cross.
  • Encouragement to adopt simple, intentional disciplines such as prayer, daily readings, or catechism review.

⛪ Worship & Events

  • Feb 15: Annual Voters’ Meeting
  • Feb 18: Ash Wednesday service, 6:30 PM (Imposition of Ashes + Communion)
  • Wednesdays in Lent: Evening services themed “The Lord’s Prayer and the Lord’s Passion”
  • Meals served prior to Lenten services—volunteers welcome
  • Feb 24: Community Blood Drive

🏫 Trinity Lutheran School Updates

  • National Lutheran Schools Week kicked off with student music and an Angela Naeve concert.
  • February events include:
    • Feb 3: Grades 6–8 field trip to Topeka Symphony
    • Feb 19: Mathletics for grades 4–8
    • Feb 25: Visit from Rev. Grams, Kansas District Education Executive
    • Feb 27: District-wide teacher math training
  • Major campus upgrades:
    • New clothing storage shed funded by Thrivent Choice Dollars
    • Halfway funded: $11,600 project to upgrade fire alarm system
    • Upcoming: Replace 38‑year‑old carpet + tile Pre‑K & Kindergarten rooms
  • School Shoe Drive: Collecting all shoe types through April 15

🎉 Celebrations

Birthdays (80+)

  • John Hornbostel – 81 (Feb 10)
  • Gary McGregor – 91 (Feb 17)
  • Lola Earl – 82 (Feb 19)
  • Mary Kuhnert – 94 (Feb 21)
  • Ron Garrison – 82 (Feb 22)

Anniversaries

Mike & Sarah Wilson (Feb 7)
David & Susan Smith (Feb 10)
Mike & Dorothy Carney (Feb 21)
David & Linda Goodpasture (Feb 28)
Dennis & Paulette Brooke (Feb 29)

🛠 Office Remodel

  • Church office under renovation in February
  • Use front 8th Street doors for entry
  • Temporary office in Mother’s Room; 8‑to‑8 Ministry to pray in Sanctuary

💛 Parish Health: Gratitude

Parish Nurse Marcene Selberg highlights the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of gratitude, encouraging simple daily habits such as:

  • Saying thank you
  • Writing notes of appreciation
  • Daily gratitude lists
  • Beginning the day with acknowledgment of God’s goodness
    Includes scriptural encouragement from Colossians 3:16–17

🌴 Vacation Bible School 2026 Announcement

June 15, 2026 – “Tropical Trek”

  • Ages 3–4th Grade: 9 AM–Noon
  • 5th–8th Grades: 12:30–3:30 PM
  • Bible lessons include Moses, Ruth & Naomi, Zacchaeus, the Resurrection, and more
  • Middle schoolers encouraged to serve as helpers; lunch provided
  • Volunteers needed; sign‑up details coming in March


 


Trinity Lutheran Church and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.

Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!

Drive Details:
Site: Trinity Lutheran Church
Address: 603 N 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
Room Name: church basement
Click here to make an appointment
 

 

💳 Support TLS with the SCRIP Gift Card Program

Planning for holiday shopping? Use the SCRIP Gift Card program! You can select how a percentage of your purchase benefits Trinity Lutheran School.

We look forward to seeing you at these events as we give thanks to the Lord this November!

 

THE BIBLE IN A YEAR

Feb. 23 – Numbers 21 - 24

Feb. 24 – Numbers 25 - 27

 

Feb. 25 – Numbers 28 - 30

 

Feb. 26 – Numbers 31 - 33
Feb. 27 – Numbers 34 - 36

Feb. 28 – Deuteronomy 1 - 3

 

Mar. 1 – Deuteronomy 4 - 6

 

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