This is the September 2026 newsletter of Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It is written for the congregation and covers church news, upcoming events, and community outreach programs for the month.
The September 2026 newsletter of Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, is a monthly publication for the congregation. It covers church news, upcoming events, and community outreach programs for the month of September.
The newsletter opens with a financial update showing a deficit of $24,809 as of July 31, 2026, with budgeted offerings of $101,873 and expenses of $86,957. It also lists the Trinity Food Pantry hours and provides instructions for giving via QR code, text, or the church website.
Pastor Tom Westcott's column reflects on September as a time of new beginnings, drawing on Revelation 21:5. He encourages the congregation to notice where God is making things new in their lives, especially as a new school year begins.
The announcements section includes a grief and loss support group meeting on the third Wednesday, an ELCA Youth Gathering info meeting on September 9, a community table volunteer opportunity on September 10, and a Red Cross Blood Drive on November 5. The Friends of Flynn committee seeks volunteers for various roles at a local elementary school.
The library section lists new books for adults and children, including titles by Kim Michele Richardson, Kristin Harmel, Daniel Mason, and Anna Quindlen. It also features a book recommendation from a committee member and announces the Trinity Book Club's September selection, Culpability by Bruce Holsinger, meeting on September 21.
The care and concern section provides an update on the Corner Cupboard food pantry, including a request for fresh produce, a summary of VBS food drive results, and statistics showing 5,100 families served and 165,000 pounds of food distributed. It concludes with seven back-to-school safety tips for parents.