July 7, 2026

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Please Note

VBS Snack List

Help Fuel the Fun: VBS Snack Donations Needed!


Vacation Bible School is just around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome all the amazing kids God is sending our way (around 120 of them)! To keep our little ones energized and smiling throughout the week, we need your help providing snacks.

 

We’ve created a sign-up list with specific items needed—everything from oranges to pretzels to popcorn.

 

Whether you can bring a box of Cheez-Its or several boxes of popcorn, every donation makes a difference. Thank you for supporting VBS and helping us create a fun, safe, and joy-filled week for our kids!

 

Please drop off your snacks to Hanberry Hall by/on Sunday July 12th by end of service.

 

Thank you for being a blessing!

VBS Decorations Needed!


Help Transform Trinity into Snowball Mountain!


Vacation Bible School is just around the corner, and we need your help bringing Snowball Mountain Challenge to life! This year's VBS will take kids on an ice-cold mountain adventure as they learn that "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." – Philippians 4:13


We're looking for decorations and winter-themed items to help create our snowy mountain landscape. If you have any of the following that you would be willing to loan or donate for VBS, we'd greatly appreciate it:

  • Small or medium artificial Christmas trees
  • White string lights
  • Winter coats
  • Sleds
  • Snow boards
  • Skis and ski poles
  • Snow shoes and/or winter boots
  • Faux snow, snowballs or batting
  • Inflatable inner-tubes (preferably w/a plain color or winter design)
  • Blue tarps and/or plastic table cloths
  • White sheets or white fabric
  • Sturdy, small wooden boxes (for photo op podium)
  • strings of pennant flags
  • Helmets
  • White, blue and green craft/butcher paper
  • Tinsel door hanging cover
  • Anything else that helps create a snowy mountain adventure!


Please label any items you would like returned with your name. Donations and loaned items can be dropped off in Hanberry Hall in the designated VBS bin through 10:00am July 12th.


Thank you for helping us create an unforgettable experience for our children and community. With your generosity, we'll transform Trinity into Snowball Mountain and share God's love in a fun and memorable way!


If you have questions or would like to help with decorating, please contact the church office.

VBS Volunteer Snacks Needed!


Vacation Bible School is right around the corner, and we are thrilled to welcome so many children for a week of learning, laughter, and growing in faith. But behind every skit, science experiment, craft, and Bible story is a dedicated team of volunteers who pour their hearts into making VBS an unforgettable experience.


As they guide kids through each busy day, our volunteers could use a little fuel to keep them going—and that’s where you come in!


We’re looking for snack donations to help keep our leaders energized and appreciated throughout the week. Whether it’s a box of granola bars, a case of assorted chips and pretzels, fruit trays, or homemade treats, every contribution helps us care for the hands and hearts serving our kids.


Please drop off snack donations in Hanberry Hall - there is a table with a sign "VBS Volunteer Snacks" in the back by the bins. During the week of VBS any snacks provided can be placed in the Parlor.


Thank you for being a church that supports, encourages, and nourishes those doing God’s work. We couldn’t do it without you!

Upcoming Events

Single Service on Sundays in July


Trinity will have a single service on Sundays in July at 10am, starting on July 5. This is a great opportunity to gather as one and see others in our community we do not normally come across.

Stephen Ministry Training


We are excited to announce that we will begin a new Stephen Ministry training course on Thursday nights this fall! Our first class will be held on August 13th and we would love for you to join us!  The deadline for registration will be the beginning of August. This will give plenty of time for us to make sure we have the appropriate amount of materials, etc.


This class will be for those who are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister. Stephen Ministers are volunteers in the congregation who go through special training to listen well to others, particularly those who are going through challenging times.


If you have any questions or would like to learn more about Stephen Ministry, please reach out to Pastor Katie (pastorkatie@tlc-lilburn.org).

Trinity Night at Gwinnett Stripers


Trinity night at the Gwinnett Stripers will be Friday, July 24th! Come and join us as we cheer on our Stripers and enjoy a fun night at Cool Ray Field! There will be fireworks following the game, tickets are $18.00 and you can sign up below to get your tickets now!! Come out and let’s have a fun night as we watch some good baseball

Summer Family Fun Night Wednesday, 7/8!


Our Summer Family Fun Nights continued this past Wednesday with Game Night! A great time was had by all, with plenty of good food and fun games.

 

Our next Family Fun Night is Wednesday, July 8th. We will provide burgers, hotdogs and drinks - please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Our theme will be Christmas in July - we might even have a visitor from up north join us! We will also be doing our service project - stuffing backpacks with school supplies for the Lilburn Co-op. We hope you join us! All are invited!

Plastic Free July is Here!

 

This movement was started in 2011 in Western Australia. Since then it has become a world wide movement to reduce plastic waste through simple everyday choices. Now YOU can be a part of this movement. Make an effort this month to say no to a single use plastic, whether that is plastic grocery bags, plastic straws, plastic drink bottles, or single use cups. Go to https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/ for information, ideas, and to take a pledge. Join us in being part of the solution to plastic pollution!

New Share Table: Summer Fun

 

Our new Share Table is “Summer Fun”. Think outdoor toys and games, picnic supplies, sand toys, etc. This Share Table is now accepting items to share. So, check around and see what you might have to share, and then be sure to stop at the share table to see what you might like to take home. Let’s keep the sharing going!

Check Out What's Happening in Our Youth and Children's Ministry!


There’s always something exciting going on with our kids and youth! From Sunday School to SWAG, Wednesday gatherings to special events and service projects, we’re growing in faith and having fun along the way. Be sure to check out the latest news and upcoming events—don’t miss out on what’s ahead!

Ways to Give


Given the issues with the USPS recently, we wanted to touch on ways to give to the church online. If you prefer to give to the church via check, please bring it on Sunday and place in the offering plate, or drop off in the church office during business hours.



  • Use Simply Giving, an automated giving program. Download enrollment form and return to the office.


  • Send money via Zelle. Add recipient Trinity Lutheran Church with the email ap@tlc-lilburn.org. Use the memo line to indicate what/why you are giving to the church.


Please contact Kristy Perkins at kristy.perkins@tlc-lilburn.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Opportunities For Discussion and Support

ADHD Parents Support Group - Online Only


The ADHD Parents Support Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:00pm -7:00pm. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, July 21st. The meeting will be online via Zoom. Please feel free to reach out to Pastor Katie at pastorkatie@tlc-lilburn.org for more info.


Join Zoom Meeting


Meeting ID: 822 8245 7163

Passcode: 270788

Dementia Caregiver Support Group (On Hiatus for July)


Trinity's Dementia Caregiver Support Group meets in person in the parlor B-104 and via Zoom on the second Friday of each month at 12:30 PM. Our next meeting will be Friday, August 14th.


Details for our virtual participants below:


Join Zoom Meeting


Meeting ID: 820 1638 6802

Passcode: 664096

Grief Support Group (On Hiatus for July)


The Grief Support Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Our next meeting will be Thursday, August 20th. The meeting will be hybrid. Folks are welcome to join us in person in B-104 or via Zoom. At the beginning of the group, we will have a brief educational time. Then there will be time available for those who would like to share. Please feel free to reach out to Pastor Katie at pastorkatie@tlc-lilburn.org for more info.


Join Zoom Meeting


Meeting ID: 826 6957 1543

Passcode: 565501

Opportunities to Serve

Home of Hope Meal Sign Ups!!

 

Big thanks to Doug Doblar for organizing Trinity’s monthly dinner donations to the Home of Hope in June. The Home of Hope is a life-changing place for its residents, and I’m proud that Trinity has been contributing to their ministry for over ten years.


Our gratitude also goes out to the groups who have volunteered to organize the upcoming donations!


July - Open

August - Bush Family


If you would like to help one of the groups above or coordinate the donation in 2026, please click here or contact Doug Doblar at 770-870-0766 or dougdoblar@yahoo.com.

Exciting News from The Green Team

 

We reached our goal of collecting 1000 pounds of plastic and have received a bench! Thank you to everyone who helped us achieve this goal, and for keeping 1000 pounds of plastic out of landfills. 


We will no longer be collecting plastic towards a goal. However, we can continue to collect plastic as a convenience for you if we have your help. We need people who are willing to take the plastic from the bin at church to a drop off location such as Publix, Target, or Walmart and put the plastic in the bins there. If you are willing to help, please use this Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4DA9AC2BA2FB6-63804931-plastic#/  If you have questions about what is involved, please contact Becky White at 404-789-5468 (talk or text).


Alternatively, we encourage you to take the plastic with you when you shop and drop it off. And, as always, the best option of all is to refuse plastic bags and packaging whenever and wherever you can!

Love Offering For July - Lilburn Co-op Back to School Efforts


Our Love Offering for July will be to support the Lilburn Co-op back to school efforts. We will continue to collect school supplies (see list above) in case you are not able to have them here by July 7 for the Family Fun Night. Funds will also be used to purchase other school-related items for the kids as they start a new school year.

Updated List for Good Samaritan Ministries and Worship Invitation



Thank you for the generosity of continuing to provide needed items to our brothers and sisters of Good Samaritan Church. They are truly appreciated. 


If you have any questions please reach out to Bob and Michele Davis 770-815-1609 or Pastor Scott or Pastor Katie.

 

1. Bags of rice

2. Dry beans

3. Cleaning Supplies

4. Gift Cards (Kroger or Walmart)

5. Salt

6. Sugar

7. Feminine hygiene supplies

8 Paper Towels

9 Children's Books

10 Vegetable Oil

11 Toothpaste

12 Body Lotion

13 Diapers (any size)

14 Adult Coats & Jackets (Small & Medium sizes)

Important Links & General Information

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

11:00 AM

B 104 Parlor


Join Zoom Meeting

Wednesday Evening Bible Study

On hiatus for the summer

Sunday Morning Worship

10:00 AM

Sanctuary


Watch Livestream

Office Hours & Staff Contacts

The church office is open 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Monday through Friday. We encourage members to call and email if possible. If you are coming into the office for something important, please call first to make sure someone is available.


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Pastor Scott Sessler

pastorscott@tlc-lilburn.org


Pastor Katie Christie

pastorkatie@tlc-lilburn.org


Alex Thomlinson | Traditional Choral & Worship Director

alex.thomlinson@tlc-lilburn.org


LeRoy Kennedy | Contemporary Worship Leader & Handbell Choir Director

leroy.kennedy@tlc-lilburn.org


Kristy Perkins | Office Coordinator

kristy.perkins@tlc-lilburn.org


Larry Williams | Communications Coordinator

larry.williams@tlc-lilburn.org


John Parson | Youth Ministry

john.parson@tlc-lilburn.org


Brenda Moody | Community Schools

communityschools@tlc-lilburn.org

Setting Up Zoom Meetings for Your Group


Trinity has a licensed Zoom account and we can assist you in setting up a meeting for your group to meet. Members will join the meeting online using a laptop, a tablet or smart phone. John Parson will be coordinating Zoom meetings for our congregation. Please contact John at john.parson@tlc-lilburn.org or Kristy at kristy.perkins@tlc-lilburn.org for scheduling your meeting and assistance getting started.

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