This is the October 2026 newsletter of Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It is for members and visitors of the congregation, covering church news, events, and community resources for the month.
This is the October 2026 newsletter of Trinity Lutheran Church, an ELCA congregation in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It is intended for church members and the local community, providing updates on worship, finances, and upcoming events for the month.
The newsletter opens with a financial update as of August 31, 2026, showing a budget of $203,747, receipts of $155,779, expenses of $168,859, and a deficit of $13,080. It also lists the Trinity Food Pantry hours and explains how to receive weekly e-mail blasts or submit communication requests.
A pastoral reflection by Pastor Patrick and Pastor Tom discusses the Reformation, Martin Luther's stand at the Diet of Worms, and the call to stand for grace, neighbors, welcome, forgiveness, and humility. It connects Reformation themes to contemporary faith and community life.
The announcements section lists multiple October events: a Grief and Loss Support Group for older adults on the third Wednesday, a Community Table meal on October 8, Friends of Flynn school support activities, Trunk or Treat on October 25, a Friendship Group meeting, a Red Cross Blood Drive on November 5, free blood pressure screenings, an ADRC book club on dementia, a Fall Arts Celebration, a Men Living with Cancer support group, and New Member Orientation classes.
The library section highlights new fiction and nonfiction books added in September, including titles by Laura Dave, Amity Gaige, Annie Hartnett, Patrick Radden Keefe, and A. Darius Husain. It also lists children's picture books with fall and Halloween themes, a book recommendation on AI and ethics, and the 2026 Chippewa Valley Book Festival lineup.
A care and concern section provides detailed vaccine recommendations for COVID-19, RSV, measles, and influenza, including CDC and AAP guidelines for children and adults. It also promotes a 6-week book club for dementia caregivers starting October 12, and notes Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on October 15.