Winter/Spring 2022 - Trinity Church - Lakeville, MN

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Winter/Spring 2022 - Trinity Church - Lakeville, MN
Winter/Spring 2022
Dear Friend,

I’m so glad you are considering a Trinity Class. The great preaching
during our Sunday gathering can only scratch the surface on the
bottomless depths of the gospel. Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not
ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for everyone who
believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”

This catalog will introduce you to all the different Trinity Classes as
well as other affinity groups where Scripture is explored and
applied and help you choose which one(s) best applies to an area
where you would like to grow. Generally speaking, Trinity Classes
fall into three categories, Gospel Exposure, Gospel Expansion, and
Gospel Expression. They represent areas of your faith journey in
which you can always continue to learn, apply, and grow. These
categories are not mutually exclusive, but different classes will
have special emphasis on one or more of the three. The question
you need to answer is “what area do I most need growth in right
now?” That will help you choose a class.

How to best use this catalog:
•   Read through the descriptions of the class categories.
•   Pray about which category you need growth in most right now.
•   Look for the classes offered in that category, and check
    compatibility with your schedule.
•   Consider the affinity groups for more ongoing interaction.
•   Email the contact person with any questions.
•   Register for the class(es) on trinitychurchmn.com/resources/
    online-registration.
•   Come ready to grow and to help others grow to be more like
    Jesus.

Thank you for choosing Trinity Classes.

Sincerely,
Tim Pace
Community Life & Adult Ministries Pastor
952.469.6266

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CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS
  Gospel Exposure: There are always more areas of our
  lives that need to be exposed to the gospel. This
  foundational category poses questions like: Who is
  God? Why do I need God? What does God think of me?
  How could the gospel possibly apply to…?

  Gospel Expansion: This category applies the gospel
  understanding to all areas of life. Classes in this
  category explore questions like: How does the gospel
  influence my work? my marriage? my parenting? etc.

  Gospel Expression: It’s a natural response to share the
  joy we feel as the gospel changes our lives. Classes in
  this category ask the question, “Who am I sharing with
  and how?”

   TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sunday Classes                           4

Women’s Classes                          6

Future Additions                         9

Affinity Groups                          10

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Gospel of Mark
Sundays, Jan. 9 - May 15, 9 AM
Online Only via Zoom

           The Gospel of Mark is written simply and is based on
           eyewitness accounts of our Lord’s miracles, teachings,
           empathy, and emotions. It is a wonderful testimony to
           our Lord, and to His amazing life.

            This Gospel was written by John Mark, who worked
            alongside the Apostle Simon Peter. As they worked,
            Mark observed, listened, studied, ministered, and
            remembered. At this time family stories were told and
            retold by family elders to their youngsters, so that
family stories and traditions were accurately passed down from
generation to generation. Storytelling (and the willingness to
accurately remember) was finely honed, since education -
reading and writing - was unusual among the common people.
The Gospel of Mark was written based on the testimony of
eyewitnesses to the ministry of our Lord Jesus.

Can a person start anytime?
Yes, but those who start on Jan. 9 will gain the most benefit.

What level of commitment/intensity is involved?
There is no homework. Discussion will be via Zoom with the link
provided before the class starts.

Is there a book to purchase or class fee?
No

Contact
Chuck Tremain

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Your Story in His Story
Sundays, Jan. 9 - Feb. 6, 9 AM
Community Center A & B
Grade 6 through Adults

           Every person you encounter, every community you
           enter, and every culture you engage has a dominant
           story with many sub-stories. The dominant story is the
           most prominent, compelling, and controlling informant
           for how people perceive God, others, and the world.
Some call this a worldview because it is the lens through which
they view the world. One’s worldview shapes how they receive
and process information, engage in relationships, make decisions,
and shape their philosophy and beliefs.

In this five-week workshop you will discover in a fresh way how
your personal story is part of a much larger story, the story of
God. You will work in small groups to identify, write, and tell your
story in such a way that it renews your faith helps fuel your life on
mission for Jesus.

Can a person start anytime?
Yes, but those who start on Jan. 9 will gain the most benefit.

What level of commitment/intensity is involved?
You will be writing and sharing your story. The more “work” you put
in, the more you will get out of this practical, hands-on class.

Is there a book to purchase or class fee?
No

Contact
Tim Pace

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The Twelve Disciples
Tuesdays, Jan. 18 - Apr. 26, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Community Center A & B

           Studying the twelve disciples can transform our lives
           as we see how the Master can take the most fear-filled
           and faithless among us and empower us to be
           confident witnesses of His grace and forgiveness. We
           will see how the Master molds and uses these men
and investigate how that same Master is also molding us today.

Can a person start anytime?
Yes, but those who start on Jan. 18 will gain the most benefit.

What level of commitment/intensity is involved?
Weekly lessons are done in between classes.

Is there a book to purchase or class fee?
The fee, including book, is $12 and can be paid the first day of
class.

Contact
Stacey Jagt

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He Speaks to Me
Tuesdays, Feb. 1 - Apr. 26, 9:30—11:30 AM
Community Center A & B

            When we approach God humbly and bow down
            before Him, we put ourselves in a position to hear from
            Him. Are you longing to hear God’s voice, but feeling
            disconnected?

God wants to speak directly to each of His beloved children, not
to just a few “spiritual elite.” Priscilla Shirer looks at God’s call to
Samuel and uncovers six characteristics essential for hearing
from God: a simple relationship, a single-minded worship, a
set-apart holiness, a still attentiveness, a sold-out hunger, and a
servant spirit.

Her warmth and honesty, combined with a wealth of practical
help, will inspire you to cultivate these traits in your own life. By
doing so, you will prepare yourself to draw closer to Him and to
hear His voice more clearly.

Can a person start anytime?
Yes, but those who start on Feb. 1 will gain the most benefit.

What level of commitment/intensity is involved?
Uses a workbook with 5 relatively short lessons to be done every
2 weeks. Every other week, we will meet to watch a video
together and discuss the lessons.

Is there a book to purchase or class fee?
The fee, including book, is $17 and can be paid the first day of
class.

Contact
Shey Larson

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Colossians
Mondays, Mar. 7 - May 2, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Community Center E

           What we think about Jesus matters. Our perception of
           Him shapes us—what we say, how we treat others,
           even what we think. If we paint Jesus as any less than
           who He is as supreme over all creation and savior of
           the world, not only does our theology slip, but the
           working out of our faith also suffers.

           Studying the book of Colossians helps us form a
           complete picture of Jesus. What we believe about Him
           influences everything from our corporate worship to
           our relationships to our attitude toward sin. Now alive
           in Christ, we can live a life worthy of God instead of
           falling back into the ways of the world.

Can a person start anytime?
Yes, but those who start on Mar. 7 will gain the most benefit.

What level of commitment/intensity is involved?
There is weekly homework, however, we understand that work
does not always get completed. We welcome all to come
regardless of the state of their homework.

Is there a book to purchase or class fee?
No

Contact
Deb Binder

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More to come!
We always want to be open to what God is doing and where
His Spirit is leading. It is in that spirit that we welcome
additions to our class lineup as the year progresses. So, be
on the lookout for supplemental additions to this catalog
and listen for announcements of new learning opportunities
throughout the year.

If you feel you may have missed the announcement of a
new class, please check at the Connections Desk or online
for supplemental pages for this catalog or email Pastor Tim
at tpace@trinitychurchmn.com.

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Broken & Beautiful
Group for widowed and divorced women
Contact Barbara Starkey

Chronic Illness Support Group
Network for those with chronic illness or care for one
who does
Meets 1st Monday evening of each month
Contact Lindy Kes

Game On for Women
Game night for women & an opportunity to invite friends
Meets 4th Friday evening of each month, January—April
Contact Kaydene Almquist

Grief Support Group
Network for those who have lost a loved one
Meets 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of each month
Contact Lyn Koch

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K2F Adoption & Foster Ministries
Connecting with other foster and adoptive parents
Contact Missy Rock

Men’s Bible Study & Discussion
This group works slowly through various books of the Bible
Meets Tuesday evenings
Contact Jeff Christina

Men’s Breakfast
All men are welcome to come, eat, pray and challenge each
other to a more dynamic faith as we follow Christ together
Meets 3rd Saturday morning of each month
Contact Keith Kronbeck

Mom2Mom
Network and mentoring for moms of all ages & stages
Meets 1st Wednesday evening of each month
Contact Chris Yohnke

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