Over the summer, it will morph into “Let’s Walk”— a chance to connect outdoors before church with a casual stroll along a nearby park path.
Let’s Walk dates: June 22 / July 20 / August 17. All walks will be from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Let’s Walk!
Church Announcements
Pastor’s Schedule Update
Pastor Sam will be on vacation from April 22 through April 29. While he’s away, you may contact the office, and for pastoral care emergencies, you’ll be prompted to Sam’s extension outside of office hours.
We will welcome Rev. Scott McClellan as our guest preacher on Sunday, April 27.
A note from Rev. Scott: My family moved to Mt. Prospect when I was in first grade and we joined Trinity UMC. After moving to Minnesota for a few years, we returned when I was in high school. Trinity had a very active youth group which included leading worship once a month. My experiences here led me to realize I was called to pastoral ministry. Lori and I were married in this church and my parents have been members for around 60 years. It is a great joy to be invited to preach here considering I delivered my first sermon in this sanctuary when I was a senior in high school.
Easter Egg Hunt For All Ages
Pastor’s Message for Easter Week
Resurrection isn’t just a promise for the life beyond; it’s a reality available to you here and now. The moment you confess Jesus as your Lord, the incredible power that raised Him from the dead becomes accessible to you in your everyday life. Each step of your journey can be filled with this transformative power of resurrection.
As we began the sacred journey of Holy Week, we reflected on the joyous celebration of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. The jubilant crowd welcomed Him with heartfelt shouts, “Hosanna, Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” However, as the week progressed, the same crowd would later cry, “Take him away! Crucify him!”. On Good Friday, we are reminded of the profound suffering endured by Jesus, marking a poignant day filled with pain and suffering. Yet, even amidst the deep sorrow that followed His crucifixion, we embrace Holy Saturday as a time to process the wave of loss and grief ultimately leading us toward the darkness of confusion. This holy week invites us to reflect on the complexities of faith, love, and the incredible sacrifice that paves the way for redemption.
The story of the crucifixion does not end in despair. The tomb where Jesus was laid was found empty, heralding His miraculous resurrection. Jesus appeared to the grieving women, the fearful disciples, and even to those who once cried, “Crucify Him!”. Upon encountering the risen Christ, their anxieties melted away. They were no longer afraid to share His teachings. For these individuals, the resurrection of Jesus Christ became a transformative moment, igniting a profound change in their lives and instilling hope in their hearts.
Jesus said, “I’m the resurrection and the life.” (John 11:25; CEB) He didn’t merely teach about resurrection or show the way to it; Jesus Himself embodies resurrection. Are you burdened by worries about tomorrow? Feeling trapped by fears regarding your health? Experiencing pain, grief, or confusion? I invite you to embrace Jesus as your resurrection.
I warmly invite you to join the Holy Week Services at Trinity United Methodist Church. These services will offer you a space to release your pain, grief, and confusion, so that you discover that the same resurrection power that transformed Jesus is alive and available to you today.
– April 17: Maundy Thursday Potluck Communion Service at 6:30 p.m.
– April 18: Good Friday Service with Confirmands and Choir at 7:00 p.m.
– April 19: Holy Saturday Prayer Room in the Fireside Room, open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
– April 20: Easter Service with glorious music from handbells, brass and chancel choirs at 10:30 a.m.
Come and see!
In Holy Week,
Rev. Sam Park
Pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church
