Upcoming Events + Happenings

Stay up to date with Trinity Lutheran Church events (and other happenings) in Stillwater, MN — special worship, fellowship, activities, and community gatherings.

Events + Happenings @ Trinity

<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">Grief Support Group for the Holidays: Starts November 18</span>

Grief Support Group for the Holidays: Starts November 18

As we approach the holidays, grief can become especially difficult. Join us as we explore grief in a community of understanding, receive spiritual support, and share coping strategies with others. Led by spiritual director and grief educator Zanny Johnson, we will meet at Trinity on Tuesday afternoons at 3PM on November 18, 25, December 2, 9 and 16. RSVP required to Zanny at zjohnson@trinitylc.org.  

<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">Celebrating Seniors: December 10</span>

Celebrating Seniors: December 10

Wednesday, December 10 | 11 AM to 1 PM | Trinity Lutheran Church | River Room Join us in our Christmas Celebrating Seniors event for a short worship service with communion (led by Interim Lead Pastor Jen Hackbarth) and a Swedish meatball luncheon with entertainment by Trinity’s own staffers Andrew Kreye, Sarah Olson and Zanny Johnson.  This event is free of charge and open to all Trinity members ages 75+ and one guest. Sponsored by Trinity’s Caring Friends. No RSVP necessary—see you December 10!  

 

<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">Let's Go Events: Join us for Christmas Caroling on&nbsp; December 11</span>

Let's Go Events: Join us for Christmas Caroling on  December 11

Christmas Caroling. Come join us as we bring Christmas cheer to our neighbors. Thursday, December 11, 5:30PM. Meet at The Estates at Greeley, 313 Greeley St. Second location at The Estates at Linden.  Hot chocolate and treats after in the Commons area at church. RSVP and questions, please contact Jill Longnecker.

UPCOMING. Watercolor 101 Workshop with Molly Birkeland. Thursday, January 8, 6-7PM. Room at TLC (TBD). Learn the basics of watercolor in our Watercolor 101 workshop. All supplies are included—just bring yourself and your imagination! To join, RSVP to Sandy Weber at stillweber@hotmail.com 

Questions? Contact Sandy Wendt.  

<span style="color: var(--primary-color-bg); font-size: 1.8rem;">Intergenerational Christmas Program: December 14</span>

Intergenerational Christmas Program: December 14

Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting Light.” You are invited to share your creative response to that quiet promise. Where does light meet fear in your story?  Consider these prompts as you write or create:  • Where do you see light shining in unexpected places?  • What does “everlasting light” mean to you this year?  • Where is God’s light bringing something new to the shadows of life?  Share a reflection, poem, song, photo, or artwork to be used at Trinity throughout Advent and Christmas, specifically during the Intergenerational Christmas Program on Sunday, December 14.  Send contributions to Sarah Olson by December 1.  Link for submissions: https://forms.gle/8R5aKmPFK7VmDed38  

<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">Mid-Winter&nbsp; Intergenerational Retreat at Camp Wapo:</span>&nbsp;<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">January 23-25</span>

Mid-Winter  Intergenerational Retreat at Camp Wapo: January 23-25

Beat the doldrums of winter and take a break from the routines of life at home by retreating together either as a family, a couple, or on your own at Camp Wapo, located in beautiful Amery, WI. We’ll rest, play, and have time for devotion together. This retreat is for all ages and stages! From babies to grandparents, everyone is welcome! For more information, contact Sarah Olson.

<span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">Pride Justice Book Discussion: Becoming Nicole in January 2026</span>

Pride Justice Book Discussion: Becoming Nicole in January 2026

Becoming Nicole, The Transformation of an American Family, Amy Ellis Nutt. The inspiring true story of transgender actor and activist Nicole Maines, whose identical twin brother, Jonas, and ordinary American family join her on an extraordinary journey to understand, nurture, and celebrate the uniqueness in us all. Two options to join our 4-Week Book Discussion:

WEDNESDAY FAITH LAB: 6:45-7:45pm on Jan 21 & 28, Feb 4 & 11.

VIA ZOOM: 6:30-7:30pm on Jan 20 & 27, Feb 3 & 10.