Trinity's Pastor Writes

If you might be interested in joining Trinity Lutheran Church, this is the course for you! Come and find out with the first four classes being held February 12, 19, 26, and March 5. Overhead 1: Overheads-for-Basics-Class-1-Feb-12-2023.pdf Handout 1: The-Basics-of-Lutheran-Teaching-Class-1-Sep-13-2026.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1226369765?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “O Holy, Blessed Trinity” LW 479 Readings:  Deut. 6:4-7, Galatians 5:25-6:10, Matthew 6:24-34 Hymn of the Day: “Why Art Thou Thus Cast Down, My Heart?” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #53) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “O Jesus, Blessed Lord, My Praise” LW 245, TLH 309 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Jesus, Still Lead On” LW 386 “All Depends on Our Possessing” LW 415 “I Leave All Things to God's Direction” LW 429, TLH 529 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Fifteen-Cover-9-13-2026-Online.pdf Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:284  1 Samuel 31), King Saul and his Sons Die

Today, we will study an overview of the 16th to 20th Sundays after Trinity in one session. Handout 1: TRINITY-SEASON-Part-D-2026-Adult-Bible-Studies.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1224402431?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service. The dialog sermon explains “Do Not Worry” (St. Matthew 6:24-34), which is the Holy Gospel for Trinity Fifteen. Learn-by-Heart will include “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus Only!” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, First Article of the Apostles’ Creed and meaning, and St. Matthew 6:33. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-15-9-9-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Jesus-Jesus-Jesus-Only.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1223522199?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “Awake, My Soul, and with the Sun” LW 478 Readings:  Jeremiah 17:13-14, Galatians 5:16-24, Luke 17:11-19 Hymn of the Day: “Show Pity, Lord! O Lord, Forgive!”   (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #52) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “O Living Bread from Heaven” LW 244, TLH 316 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Praise the Almighty” LW 445 “The Law of God Is Good and Wise” LW 329 “Now Thank We All Our God” LW 443, TLH 36 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Fourteen-Cover-9-6-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1222494142?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:280  1 Samuel 27), Fighting alongside the Philistines

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1:  Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-4-6.pdf Overhead 2: Galatians-Class-34-Overhead-1.pdf Overhead 3: Galatians-Class-36-Overhead.pdf Overhead 4: Galatians-Class-37-Overhead.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1222480009?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service. The dialog sermon explains “The Ten Lepers” (St. Luke 17:11-19), which is the Holy Gospel for Trinity Fourteen. Learn-by-Heart will include “Light of Light, Enlighten Me”   (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Close of the Commandments and meaning, and Hebrews 11:6. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-14-9-2-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Light-of-Light-Enlighten-Me.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1221638083?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “To Your Temple” LW 207 Readings:  Leviticus 18:1-5, Gal 3:15-22, Lk 10:23-37 Hymn of the Day: “Jesus, Priceless Treasure”  (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #51, LW 270, TLH 347) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “O Lord, We Praise You” LW 238, TLH 313 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Oh, How Great Is Your Compassion” LW 364 “O God of Mercy, God of Light” LW 397 “By Grace I'm Saved” LW 351 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: https://trinityh.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Trinity-Thirteen-Cover-8-30-2026-Online.pdf(opens in new tab) https://vimeo.com/1220877932?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:268  1 Samuel 17) David and Goliath

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Handout 1: Under-the-Law.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-4-6.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 2: Galatians-Class-32-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 3: Galatians-Class-33-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 4: Galatians-Class-34-Overhead-1.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 5: Galatians-Class-35-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 6: Galatians-Class-36-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1220590480?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains “The Good Samaritan” (St. Luke 10:23-27), which is the Holy Gospel for Trinity Thirteen. Learn-by-Heart will include “Our Father Merciful and Good”  (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Ninth and Tenth Commandments and meaning,  and Romans 5:8. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-13-8-26-2026.pdf(opens in new tab) Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Our-Father-Merciful-and-Good.pdf(opens in new tab) Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1219716857?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn of the Day: “From All Thy Saints” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #100) Readings:  Prov 3:1-7, 2 Cor 4:7-10, Luke 22:24-30 Hymn “I Know of a Sleep in Jesus' Name” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #98) Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin:  August-24-St-Bartholomew-2026.pdf(opens in new tab) https://vimeo.com/1220605300

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “God Himself Is Present” LW 206 Readings:  Isa 29:18-19, 2 Cor. 3:4-11, Mark 7:31-37 Hymn of the Day: “O Christ, Our True and Only Light” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #50, LW 314, TLH 512) Sermon Offertory: "Create in Me…"         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Savior” (ASBH, LW 237, TLH 311) Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “The Gospel Shows the Father's Grace” LW 330 “My Soul, Now Praise Your Maker” LW 453, TLH 34 “O Christ, Our Light, O Radiance True” LW 314 --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Twelve-Cover-8-23-2026-Online.pdf(opens in new tab) https://vimeo.com/1218690580?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:267  1 Samuel 16), David is Anointed

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-4-6.pdf(opens in new tab) --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1218674970?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains Jesus' healing of the deaf and mute man (St. Mark 7:31-37), which is the Holy Gospel for the Twelfth Sunday after Trinity. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “In God's Name We Begin Today” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Seventh & Eighth Commandments and meaning, and Ephesians 2:8-9. --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-12-8-19-2026.pdf(opens in new tab) Insert for Hymn: ASBH-In-Gods-Name-We-Begin-Today.pdf(opens in new tab) Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1214128535?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “How Precious Is the Book Divine” LW 332 Readings:  2 Samuel 22:21-29, 1 Corinthians 15:1-10, Luke 18:9-14 Hymn of the Day: “All Mankind Fell in Adam's Fall” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #49, LW 363, TLH 369) Sermon Offertory: "Create in Me…"         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Here, O My Lord, I See You Face to Face” LW 243 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “We Have a Sure Prophetic Word” LW 340 “I Lay My Sins on Jesus” LW 366 “Delay Not, Delay Not, O Sinner, Draw Near” LW 349 --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Eleven-Cover-8-16-2026-Online.pdf(opens in new tab) https://vimeo.com/1216804060?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:260  1 Samuel 10), The King is Anointed

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-4-6.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 2: Galatians-Class-28-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) Overhead 3: Galatians-Class-26-Overhead.pdf(opens in new tab) --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1216792883?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “Come, Let Us Join Our Cheerful Songs” LW 204 Readings:  Jeremiah 7:1-7, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Luke 19:41-48 Hymn of the Day: “My Jesus, As Thou Wilt” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #48, TLH 420) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “I Come, O Lord, to Thy Communion” stanzas 1-10 (ASBH, LW 242, TLH 315) Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Today Thy Mercy Call Us” LW 347 or “Lord of the Church, We Humbly Pray” LW261 “For Jerusalem You're Weeping” LW 390, TLH 419 “I Come, O Lord, to Thy Communion” stanzas 11-21 (ASBH, LW 242, TLH 315) Closing Hymn: “Abide with Us, Our Savior” LW 287 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Ten-Cover-8-09-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1214983767?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:256  1 Samuel 5), Ark Captured and Rat Infestation

Today, we will study an overview of the second part of the Trinity Season in one session. Handout 1: TRINITY-SEASON-Part-C-2026-Adult-Bible-Studies.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1214970623?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “O Day of Rest and Gladness” LW 203 Readings:  1 Chronicles 10:6-13, 1 Corinthians 10:6-13, Luke 16:1-9 Hymn of the Day: “Oh, Blest the House, Whate'er Befall” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #47, LW 467, TLH 625) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” LW 241 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “To You, Omniscient Lord of All” LW 234 “Savior, Thy Dying Love” LW 374 “Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us” LW 402 Closing Hymn: “How Blest Are They Who Hear God's Word” LW 222 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Nine-Cover-8-2-2026-B-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1213064788?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:252 1 Samuel 1), Elkanah's Home

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1: Galatians-Class-24-Overhead.pdf Overhead 2: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1213049734?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains Jesus’ teaching on the shrewd manager (St. Luke 16:1-13), which is the Holy Gospel for the Ninth Sunday after Trinity. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “Ye Baptized People, One and All” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Sixth Commandment and meaning, and St. Luke 16:9. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin:  Catechesis-Trinity-9-07-29-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn:  ASBH-Ye-Baptized-People-One-and-All.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://player.vimeo.com/video/1212186763

The Sacrament of Holy Baptism Hymn “At Jesus' Feet Our Infant Sweet”  (Insert) The Baptism of Oliver Craig Henson  ASBH, p.217-220 Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Readings:  Jeremiah 15:19-21, Romans 8:12-17, Matthew 7:15-23 Hymn of the Day: “The Will of God Is Always Best” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #46, LW 425, TLH 517) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord” LW #240 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “In God, My Faithful God” LW 421, TLH 526 “For Me to Live Is Jesus” LW 267, TLH 597 “O Day Full of Grace” LW 163 Closing Hymn: “Savior, Again to Your Dear Name” LW 221, TLH 47 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Eight-Cover-7-26-2026-B-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1211187806?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:205  Joshua 3-4), The Walls of Jericho  

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1211176490?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains “False Prophets and False Fruits” (St. Matthew 7:15-23), which is the Holy Gospel for Trinity Eight. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “Now Let All Loudly Sing Praises” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Sixth Commandment and meaning, and St. Matthew 5:19. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-8-07-22-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Now-Let-All-Loudly-Sing-Praise.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://player.vimeo.com/video/1210358912  

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn #196 “When All Your Mercies, O My God” Readings:  Jeremiah 31:23-25, Romans 6:19-23, Mark 8:1-9 Hymn of the Day: “Wondrous King, All-Glorious” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #45, TLH 41) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn:  “I Come to Thee O Blessed Lord” (ASBH, TLH 330) Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “O God, O Lord of Heaven and Earth” LW 319 “O Savior, Precious Savior” LW 282 “Sing Praise to God, the Highest Good” LW 452 Closing Hymn: “Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer” LW 220, TLH 54 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin:  Trinity-Seven-Cover-7-19-2026-B-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1209277025 Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:200 Deuteronomy 24), Moses Dies

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf Overhead 2: OverheadGalatians-2-15-to-3-5.pdf Handout 1: Under-the-Law.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://player.vimeo.com/video/1209258293

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains Jesus’ feeding of the 4,000 (St. Mark 8:1-9), which is the Holy Gospel for the Seventh Sunday after Trinity. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “God Is The Giver” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Fourth and Fifth Commandments and meanings, and St. Matthew 6:33. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-7-07-15-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-God-is-the-Giver.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://player.vimeo.com/video/1208268936

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “This Is the Day the Lord Has Made” LW 200 Readings:  Exodus 20:1-17, Romans 6:3-11, St. Matthew 5:20-26 Hymn of the Day: “The Man a Godly Life Might Live” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #44, LW 331, TLH 287) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Soul, Adorn Yourself with Gladness” LW 239 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Feed Your Children, God Most Holy” LW 468, TLH 659 “May We Your Precepts, Lord, Fulfil” LW 389 “Baptized Into Your Name Most Holy” LW 224 “All Mankind Fell in Adam's Fall” LW 363, TLH 369 Closing Hymn: “Grant Peace, We Pray, in Mercy, Lord” LW 219 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Six-Cover-7-12-2026-Online.pdf https://player.vimeo.com/video/1207168615 Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:156  Numbers 21-22), Balaam's Prophesy and the Donkey

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Handout 1: OverheadGalatians-2-15-to-3-5.pdf Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://player.vimeo.com/video/1207153371

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains Jesus’ teaching on His own fulfillment of the Law (Matthew 5:17-26), which is the Holy Gospel for the Sixth Sunday after Trinity. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “O Lord, I Sing with Mouth and Heart” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Second Commandment and meaning, and St. Matthew 5:19. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-6-July-8-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-O-Lord-I-Sing-With-Mouth-and-Heart.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://player.vimeo.com/video/1206312974

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “With The Lord Begin Your Task” LW 483 Readings:  Jeremiah 16:14-21, 1 Peter 3:8-15, St. Luke 5:1-11 Hymn of the Day: “My Inmost Heart Now Raises” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #43, TLH 548) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: ASBH “An Awe-Full Mystery is Here” (TLH 304) Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Take My Life, O Lord, Renew” LW 404 “How Can I Thank You, Lord” LW 385 “Entrust Your Days and Burdens” LW 427 Closing Hymn:  “Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing” LW 218 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Five-Cover-7-5-2026-Online-b.pdf https://vimeo.com/1206532830?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:155  Numbers 21), Bronze Serpent on a Pole

Today, we will study an overview of the second part of the Trinity Season in one session. Handout 1: TRINITY-SEASON-Part-B-2026-Adult-Bible-Studies.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1205245518?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Readings: Judges 13:2-7, Isaiah 11:1-5, St. Luke 1:39-56 Hymn “My Soul, O God, Magnifies Thee” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #94) Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: July-2-Visitation-of-the-Blessed-Virgin-Mary-Insert-2026.pdf https://vimeo.com/1205520587?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains “Jesus tells the Apostles that they will catch Men” (St. Luke 5:1-11), which is the Holy Gospel for Trinity Five. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “O Lord, How Happy is the Time” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, Second Commandment and meaning, and Psalm 27:7-9. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-5-7-1-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-O-Lord-How-Happy-Is-the-Time.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1202327122?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Readings:  Ezekiel 34:7-16, Acts 12:1-11, St. Matthew 16:13-19 Hymn “Christ, Thou Are the Sure Foundation” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #93) –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: June-29-Sts-Pete-and-Paul-Apostles-Insert-2026.pdf https://vimeo.com/1205258067?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Handout 1: Chronology-for-Galatians-Acts-Updated-May-31-2026.pdf Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf Overhead 2: Acts-15-Jerusalem-Council.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1201181494?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “Lord, Open Now My Heart to Hear” LW 197 Readings:  Isaiah 58:6-12, Romans 8:18-23, St. Luke 6:36-42 Hymn of the Day: “Lord Jesus Christ, Thou Highest Good!” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #42) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Lord Jesus Christ, We Humbly Pray” LW 250, TLH 314 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “For Greenland's Icy Mountains” LW 322 “Now I Have a Firm Foundation” LW 360 “O God, My Faithful God” LW 371, TLH 395 Closing Hymn:  “On What Has Now Been Sown” LW 217 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Four-Cover-6-28-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1203231592?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:150  Leviticus 17), Aaron's Staff Buds

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church(Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains Lost Sheep and Lost Coin (St. Luke 15:1-10), which is the Holy Gospel for the Third Sunday after Trinity. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “Almighty God They Word is Cast” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), the Daily Prayers from Luther’s Small Catechism(Ask a Blessing, Returning Thanks), and St. Luke 15:2. –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-Three-6-17-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Almighty-God-Thy-Word-is-Cast.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 from ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1196156428?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Readings:  Galatians 2:16-21, John 8:31-36 Hymn of the Day: “Rise Ye Children of Salvation” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #90) Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Bulletin: June-15-David-Henkel-Insert-2026.pdf https://vimeo.com/1201197589?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Handout 1: Chronology-for-Galatians-Acts-Updated-May-31-2026.pdf Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf Overhead 2: Acts-15-Jerusalem-Council.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1195136064?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Divine Service I, p. 136 Lutheran Worship Hymn “Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus” LW 381 Readings:  Isaiah 25:6-9, 1 John 3:13-18, St. Luke 14:16-24 Hymn of the Day: “The Mouth of Fools Doth God Confess” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #40, ELHB #277) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Your Table I Approach” LW 249, TLH 310 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “We Give You But Your Own” LW 405 “One Thing's Needful” LW 277 “Come Unto Me, Ye Weary” LW 345, TLH 276 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Trinity-Two-Cover-6-14-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1199196688?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:146  Numbers 13), Grapes on a Pole from the Promised Land

The 2026 Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America (Eldona) meet in Synod from June 2-June 6, 2026 at Salem Lutheran Church in Malone, TX.  This sermon on Acts 5 was preached at Matins on Wednesday, June 3. MDH Michael D. Henson Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL), Pastor

Order of Divine Service I, p. 136 Lutheran Worship Hymn: “O Holy Spirit, Enter In” LW 160, TLH 235 Readings:  Ezekiel 18:30-32, Romans 11:33-36, St. John 3:1-15 Athanasian Creed, p.39-40 Hymn of the Day: “We All Believe in One True God” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #38, LW 212, TLH 252) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Holy God, We Praise Your Name” LW 171, TLH 250 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “Glory Be to God the Father” LW 173, TLH 244 “Come, Holy Ghost, Our Soul's Inspire” LW 157 “From All That Dwell Below the Skies” LW 440 “Sent Forth by God's Blessing” LW 247 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Holy-Trinity-Sunday-Cover-5-31-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1197132013?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture:  Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:132  Numbers 1), The Census

Today, we will continue our study of the book of Galatians. Handout 1: Chronology-for-Galatians-Acts-Updated-May-31-2026.pdf Overhead 1: Galatians-Bible-Study-Landscape-Chapters-1-3.pdf Overhead 2: Acts-15-Jerusalem-Council.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1197033466?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Vespers, p.224  Lutheran Worship Office Hymn:  “Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord” LW 240 Psalmody:  Psalm 104, 68 Readings:  Joel 2:23-27, Luke 5:17-26 Catechism;  Lord's Supper Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: 2026-Ember-Pentecost-Vespers-Cover-5-30-2026-online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1196682801?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Order of Matins, p.208  Lutheran Worship Office Hymn:  “Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord” LW 240 Psalmody:  Psalm 104, 68 Readings:  Joel 2:23-27, Luke 5:17-26 Catechism;  Lord's Supper Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: 2026-Ember-Pentecost-Matins-Cover-5-27-29-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1195982889?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

On Wednesday nights, Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL) offers to both children and adults an opportunity for teaching with Learn-by-Heart at 6:30 PM and a catechetical service at 7:00 PM. This service is designed to prepare God's people for the theme of the upcoming Sunday Divine Service.  The dialog sermon explains the night meeting of Nicodemas with Jesus (St. John 3:1-17), which is the Holy Gospel for Holy Trinity Sunday. Learn-by-Heart will include the hymn “Come Thou Almighty King” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal), Small Catechism, the Daily Prayers from Luther’s Small Catechism(Morning Prayer, Evening Prayer),  and St. John 3:5-6 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Catechesis-Trinity-Sunday-5-27-2026.pdf Insert for Hymn: ASBH-Come-Thou-Almighty-King.pdf Prayers: Order of Vespers, p.29-30 and then p.36-38 form ASBH Psalter Book https://vimeo.com/1192100859?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

Order of Matins, p. 208 Lutheran Worship Office Hymn:  “Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord” LW 240 Psalmody:  Psalm 104, 68 Readings:  Acts 2:14-21, John 6:44-52 Catechism:  Lord's Supper Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: 2026-Ember-Pentecost-Matins-Cover-5-27-29-2026-Online.pdf https://vimeo.com/1195685916?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:114  Leviticus 10), Unauthorized Fire

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn of the Day: “Come, Holy Ghost, God and Lord” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #37, LW 154, TLH 224) Readings:  Isaiah 57:15-21, Acts 8:14-17, St. John 10:1-10 Hymn “I Am Trusting You, Lord Jesus” LW 408 Sermon –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Pentecost-Tuesday-Cover-2026.pdf https://vimeo.com/1195148683?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:107  Leviticus 1), God Speaks to Moses, Aaron and his Sons

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn “Come Holy Spirit, Come” TLH #225 Readings:  Joel 2:28-32, Acts 2:1-13, St. John 14:23-31 Hymn of the Day: “Come, Holy Ghost, God and Lord” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #37, LW 154, TLH 224) Sermon Offertory: “Create in Me…”         p.18 General Prayer………                    p.19-20 Hymn: “Lord Jesus Christ, You Have Prepared” LW 246, TLH 306 Exhortation                                    p.21 Communion Service, p.144 (Lutheran Worship) Communion Hymns: “The Church's One Foundation” LW 289 “Holy Spirit, Light Divine” LW 166, TLH 234 “You Will I Love, My Strength” LW 375 Closing Hymn “Come, Oh, Come, O Quickening Spirit” LW 165 –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Pentecost-Cover-5-24-2026-Online-b.pdf https://vimeo.com/1195057969?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Picture: Illustrated German Bible of 1483 (I:100 Exodus 34), The New Tablets of Stone

Today, we will study an overview of the first part of the Trinity Season in one session. Handout 1: TRINITY-SEASON-Part-A-2026-Adult-Bible-Studies.pdf –Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). https://vimeo.com/1190926898?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci