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THE CLEAN SLATE GROUP
Trinity will host a new AA and Al-anon group on Wednesday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. beginning April 10th. Please share this information so people in the wider community are aware of this new group.

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WELCA MORNING of RENEWAL EVENT – April 20th
Women of the ELCA St. Croix Valley Conference are invited to the annual Morning of Renewal event. It will be held on Saturday, April 20th at First Lutheran Church in New Richmond, with the opening program beginning at 9:00 am. Speaker Ginny Rassier will talk on the theme “All My Deserts Are Rivers of Joy” (Isaiah 35:1-2). Lunch will follow. Registration is $15 at the door. An in-kind donation will be collected for Grace Place. The church is at 218 County Road K. See poster in narthex for details.

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INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE CHURCH?
New members will be received this spring. If you are interested in becoming part of the community of God’s people at Trinity, please speak with Pastor Julie. An informational session will be held on Sunday, April 21 following worship, to get acquainted, learn some basics of Lutheran faith, and of the work of the church.

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COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH BENEFIT – APRIL 23
Join us at the Annual Mental Health Fundraiser sponsored by Trinity and the Barnboard Grill & Saloon in Roberts. The event will be held on Tuesday, April 23 from 5-9 pm. Ten percent of all sales at the restaurant this night will go to the St. Croix Central School District Mental Health Programs, a big need in our communities. You are welcome to eat there or take food to go. There will be a donation bucket there also. If you
are unable to attend but would like to make a donation, contact: Betty Johnson at 715-497-8086 or Alyssa at 715-245-1274. You can also message Betty through the church Facebook post (search Trinity Lutheran Hammond) or share the post with others.
Another exciting feature of the fundraiser is a beautiful quilt being raffled, made by the ladies of Trinity. The raffle starts on Sunday, April 7th (today!) and ends on Tuesday at the Barnboard event. The winner will be drawn on Sunday, April 28th during the church services at Trinity. The cost for tickets is $5.00 for one or $10.00 for three. Stay tuned for more info on another raffle only happening at the Barnboard that night!

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NEIGHBOR CHURCH PANCAKE SUPPER AND BAKE SALE
New Centerville Methodist Church is holding a Pancake Supper and Bake Sale on Thursday, April 25th from 4:30-7:00 pm. Pancakes, sausage, fresh maple syrup, applesauce, cookies, and beverage will be served for a free-will offering. Take Co. Rd. T south of Hammond 6 miles to Co. Rd. M. Turn left (east) on M for 1 mile to Co. Rd. Y. Turn left (east) on Co. Rd. Y to the church (36 Co. Rd. Y).

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UNITED FIRE & RESCUE SMELT FRY THIS FRIDAY
The Hammond-Baldwin-Woodville United Fire & Rescue Services will be having a Smelt Fry at the American Legion in Baldwin this Friday, April 26. You can help the Baldwin Station’s rescue equipment fund with a Free Will Donation for all-you-can-eat smelt, beans, cole slaw, chips, bread, milk, and coffee. Stop in any time between 11:00 am—8:00 pm (or until smelt are gone).

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TRINITY is HELPING with NEW MOBILE FOOD PANTRY – Saturday, May 11th from 12:30-1:00 pm
Fresh Express Community Outreach from Hudson has a Mobile Food Pantry truck. They will park their truck in our parking lot on the second Saturday of every month. Free food will be given out from 12:30—1:00. Anyone is welcome to attend the distribution. In an era of great food insecurity, this is good way to be God’s hands in the world. Please pass the world on. A good turnout helps keep fresh food from going to waste and helps stretch tight budgets.

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LUTHER POINT BIBLE CAMP is hiring for the summer! See posters in narthex.
Also, they have opened registrations for attending various summer camps. There are day camps, weekend camps, week-long camps, and exciting themes such as horse camp, fish camp, art & crafts, and grandparent-grandchild camp. See lutherpoint.org for more information or call:715-689-2347

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FOOD PANTRY CART CHANGES
We will discontinue the Food Cart for the time being, as the weather requires moving it in and out and the church isn’t open often enough for folks hoping to come inside. Instead, people can use a small shelf at the Hammond Library, the Village Office lobby -open 24 hours, or larger ones in Roberts and Baldwin that are open certain days. Also the Fresh Express mobile food truck is in our lot the second Saturday monthly.

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AMONG FRIENDS—A DEMENTIA SOCIAL RESPITE PROGRAM in RIVER FALLS
If you are caring for anyone facing memory challenges, you are not alone. Many caregivers could use a break occasionally and might not be aware of this program. Among Friends offers a few hours of relief to refresh yourself and give the person with dementia some independence by getting them out to enjoy the company of others. Research shows that even a little social activity a week can delay memory decline in seniors, help sleep, and decrease agitation. The group meets every Tuesday from 9-3 (come when you can) at First Congregational Church in River Falls (110 No. 3rd St.). You can drop off your loved one with trained professionals who ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Food and activities are offered, including music, crafts, chair yoga, conversations, and visits from animal friends or other learning activities. A catered lunch is provided. The cost for all of this is $35, though talk to them if this is a problem. Rides might also be arranged if this is an issue. A brochure is in the narthex; you can also look for more information at their website: amongfriendsrf@gmail.com or call: 715-293-2561.

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BULLETIN SPONSOR

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LIGHT’s OFF, DOOR SHUT PLEASE
People have arrived at church a couple times to lights being left on with no one in the building. If you are here and the last to leave please make sure light are off. Please also double check the front door to make sure it has latched shut. (During the winter, the cold makes it stick open occasionally)

THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS:
If you have not directed your Thrivent choice dollars for 2023 you have until March 31, 2024 to do so. Trinity, Hammond WI, can be a choice for you! You can help Thrivent designate it’s charitable grant funds if you have one of the following…
1 ) $750 or more in annual billed premiums of qualifying life and health insurance products.
2) $20,000 or more in contract value of qualifying life insurance and annuity products . You can access this with your online account or contact your Thrivent representative.
***Remember, some Thrivent members are also eligible for Thrivent Action Team Grants. This is an easy way for Trinity to get up to a $250 grant for events, fundraisers, and service projects. If you need help figuring out how to apply for this, let Pastor Kim know and she will get in touch with someone who will walk you through it!***

Collecting Eye glasses and empty pill bottles: Trinity Lutheran is collecting used eye glasses for the Lion’s club. The container is in the hall by the quilting room. We are also collecting used pill bottles for third world countries, both over counter medications and prescription bottles. Please remove the labels from the prescription bottles. The pill bottle container is in the back hall near the quilting room. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Jensen.

Weekly Newsletter Items are due to the church office on Tuesday by noon.

Warm up your heart, be a co-worker in God’s work by volunteering for a Sunday worship ministry role. Greeters, ushers and readers are needed every Sunday. The gifts of your time and interest are priceless. Contact the church office at (715) 796-2788 or sign up by clicking here.

Trinity wants to stay in touch with you through church communications. Please notify the church office of any changes to your email address, street address, P.O. Box number, telephone or cell phone numbers. It’s important that we stay connected in God’s busy world.

Check out Trinity’s AMAZING library! The Library is located just off the Kitchen and Fellowship Hall. It is stocked with some AWESOME books, videos, CDs and more! It is easy to check out items. Located the checkout card in or on the back of the item), write your name and date on that card and drop it in the checkout basket! IT IS THAT EASY!!

Friday, April 19: (Office Closed)

Saturday, April 20:

Sunday, April 21: 9:00 am – Sunday Worship Service (in church and/or livestream); 10:00 am – Coffee Fellowship; 10:00 am – New Member Information; 10:15 am – BOLT; 6:00 pm – Girl Scout Leaders

Monday, April 22: (Office Closed) 6:00 pm – Council & Staff Security Training

Tuesday, April 23: 5-9:00 pm – Mental Health Fundraiser at Barnboard, Roberts

Wednesday, April 24: 9:00 am – Coffee at Caribou, Nilssen’s, Baldwin; 10:00 am-11:00 am – Clean Slate group starts here; 6:30 pm – BAM/Confirmation Meal; 7:00 pm – BAM/Confirmation Class

Thursday, April 25: (Office Closed)

Friday, April 26: (Office Closed)

Saturday, April 27: 

Sunday, April 28: 9:00 am – Sunday Worship Service (in church and/or livestream); 10:00 am – Coffee Fellowship; 10:15 am – BOLT; SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS DUE!