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A Community Gathering for All
By Karen Taylor, Web Manager
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At the "Embracing Diversity" book study last week, Dr. Darrell Jodock commented on a great concern for public health: that is, the effects of isolation. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have missed our community's summer signature event for two years in a row. But this year, RibFest is back.
In the Beginning
 It started in 2016 as the brainchild of then HTLC council member, Jeremy Torgerson, as a way to bring people together and show people what Holy Trinity is about.  That first year was a huge learning curve for the organizers, who included Torgerson, Lona Rookaird, Darcey Schoenebeck, and HTLC Ministry Coordinator, Karen Taylor. The inaugural RibFest was located in the south parking lot, and included a dunk tank (where you could dunk your Pastor or favorite Council Member), a bouncy house, a variety of adult beverages, and background music from Tim Price.
A Change of Scenery
 In a move to gain more public exposure, 2018's RibFest was re-positioned to the north side of Holy Trinity. It had morphed into a staff-led event with volunteer support, and the move to the front yard proved to be a smart one. With more visibility to the community, there was a good mix of HTLC members and non-members enjoying great music, delicious food and fun family activities. 
Four years of RibFest experience gave the staff the confidence to dream big with their 2019 event. To capitalize on the temporary fence that surrounded the front yard, a Blessing of the Pets event was introduced the Wednesday evening before RibFest.  Bright yellow yard signs were scattered around the community to inform people that RibFest was coming. And Holy Trinity started participating in Czech Out New Prague the night before RibFest to promote all good things that come from Holy Trinity, including RibFest. Again, it was a HUGE success with more non-HTLC members than members attending!
And then the world stopped. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, community events were stalled and postponed. Summer simply didn't feel the same.
The Fresh Start
 Fresh off a year of Strategic Plan 2.0 visioning, Holy Trinity is set to have the biggest and best RibFest the community has ever seen. This year, Giesenbrau Bier Co. is providing their craft beer and rootbeer. It's not only a great partnership, it also eliminates the process and cost of a temporary liquor license. Community music legend, Little Chicago, will be providing music with over fifteen musicians. Their covers of 60's & 70's hit music is sure to get people dancing in the grass. 
One significant change this year is the elimination of the pulled pork sandwich option. As the name of the event indicates, RibFest will only be serving ribs for the main meal ticket. One thing that hasn't changed since 2016 is the price of the meal tickets. Rib Meal is still $15 and includes ribs, coleslaw, baked beans, mini ear of sweet corn, dinner roll, dessert and bottled water. Hot Dog Meal remains $5 and includes, hot dog with bun, chips, dessert and bottled water. HTLC Hospitality Coordinator, Donna Galvin and her team of kitchen volunteers will prepare and provide all of the food.
Another thing that hasn't changed since the beginning of RibFest is the fact that this is a FREE community event. There is no charge to attend. Some people stop by to listen to some music and have a beverage before making the choice to eat a meal. However, this year, food will only be served between 5 - 7 pm, so music lovers will have to make their decision early. Meal tickets are sold at the gated entrance of the front yard (near door 1 of the building). For volunteers, serving at RibFest is the best gig around!
The New Kid at the Party
Holy Trinity's Executive Council Team was brainstorming about how to make RibFest "bigger and better", and how to raise money for all of the new Strategic Plan 2.0 initiatives. Council President, Jackie Mackenthun, shares, "I've been to a lot of silent auctions and think they are a lot of fun. We have around 30 items so far and would love some more." She says the biggest ticket item donated so far is from the Chanhassen Dinner Theater. Jackie hopes to see some donations for a family game night, day at the beach or a "gym rat" basket. "Holy Trinity has so many great teams and projects going on! The primary focus of the Silent Auction is to help raise money for the Strategic 2.0 initiatives, but so many other groups will indirectly benefit as a result of all of these ideas. Peace Garden, Racial Justice Team, Endowment Fund, and Youth Groups. So many great things to be excited for!"
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HUMBLY WE PRAY
God of our everydays, restore to good health Eric G., Jaclyn, Luke N., Deb, Ann, Kayla, those struggling with addiction and those who are grieving. Give us the courage to be good neighbors to those in need.
In Jesus' name. Amen
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RADIO SPONSOR
We're looking for sponsors for our Radio Ministry! If you'd like to help support this ministry, please contact Jamie or call 952-758-3513. Cost is $60 per week. Thank you for considering this important gift!
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WORSHIP THIS WEEK
HTLC Sanctuary
Sunday @ 9 am
Livestream - Website, YouTube
Sunday @ 9am
Cable TV - Bevcomm Ch. 991
Sunday @ 10 am, Wednesday @ 6 pm
Radio - KCHK 95.5 FM & 1350 AM
Sunday @ 9 am
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 Our next Lakeside Worship Service is Wednesday, July 27 with a special Blessing of the Pets at Cedar Lake Farms Regional Park! (Click the link for directions)
To keep all of our fur-babies safe, please abide by the following Three Rivers Parks rules:
- Pets must be under owner control at all times.
- Pets must be crated or leashed at all times.
- Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet and non-retractable.
- Pets are NOT allowed on beaches or playgrounds
- Please pick up after your pet (with waste bags thrown away in garbage cans)
- Dogs are allowed on regional trails and picnic areas (on leashes)
Thank you for your cooperation! We look forward to many more Blessing of the Pet worship services at Cedar Lake Farms Regional Park in the future.
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Manna Bags
 Hospitality Coordinator, Donna Galvin, and her team of volunteers were at it again! Their second round of Manna Bags produced 59 pounds of breakfast and lunch items for Peace Center families.
If you'd like to support Donna's efforts of battling the "hungriest summer on record", she suggests the following items:
Applesauce Cups
100% juice boxes
Breakfast Bars
Pop-top canned Spaghetti O's (with or without meatballs)
Please drop donations in the HTLC kitchen before/after worship, or in the main office during business hours.
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 Sharing God's Love
Thanks to your kindness, we're hosting our 4th annual School Supplies Giveaway to support local families in a drive-thru event.
Tuesday, August 9
6-8 pm
Volunteers are needed to pass out the School Kits on August 9. Sign up here! |
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Donations Requested:
Deadline July 24
Please bring donations to worship on Sundays or the church office during business hours.
Scissors - metal (Fiskars)
Watercolors (Prang or Crayola)
4-pack Elmers glue sticks
8 pk. Crayola Markers
Twistables colored pencils
Black dry erase markers (Expo)
Crayola crayons - 24 count
#2 pencils - Ticonderoga, 24 ct - sharpened
Plastic folders with pockets
Wide-rule spiral notebooks
Wide-rule Loose leaf paper
Erasers
Black Flair pen
1 highlighter
Zippered pencil pouch
One 1” 3-ring binder
***Per school request, please purchase the exact items on this list. Thank you!
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Card Writing Party!
All are welcome to assist the RAOK Team as they live out their mission by writing "Thank You's". Scripts will be provided.
Please sign up here.
Wednesday, July 20
6-8 pm
Paul's Place
Thank you to everyone who donated "Thank You" cards to the Random Acts of Kindness Team. Your generosity helped the team exceed their goal of collecting 400 cards!
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Don't Miss Out!
Get your tickets today for RibFest on Friday, August 5, 5-8 pm! Council members are selling meal tickets before worship on Sundays and our Lakeside Worship Services. Please bring cash or check.
Food served, 5 - 7 pm.
Rib Meal - $15
Hot Dog Meal - $5
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Competitive Shopping!
We're adding a fun, new element to our RibFest event this year - a Silent Auction! While we have some donations, it's always more fun when there are plenty of goodies on which to bid.
Donation ideas:
Pet treats
Family Games
Wine
Chocolate
Movie snacks
Tailgating items
Coffee/Caffeine
Spices/Cooking
Hometown Gift cards
Gym Rat (workout bag, towels, water bottle)
Gift basket assembly got you worried? Don't worry...we'll take care of that for you if necessary!
Silent Auction donations or financial donations can be dropped off before or after worship or in the main office during normal business hours. Thank you!
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Worship @ Mala Strana
Join Pastor Diane at Mala Strana THIS SUNDAY at 11 am. Help us share God's love with all people from one generation to the next. Choir members are encouraged to attend! All are welcome!
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Experience God Outdoors!
August 1-5
9 am to 3 pm
(entering 1st - 5th grade)
9 am to Noon
(entering PreK & K)
Learn more here!
¡Aprende más aquí!
All are welcome to this joint partnership with Cristo Obrero and local churches at Prairie Oaks Institute for a FREE, bilingual, nature-based Vacation Bible School experience!
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Sunday, July 17
- 9 am - Worship, Sanctuary & Livestream
- 10 am - Coffee & Donuts, Fellowship Hall
- 11 am - Worship, Mala Strana with Pastor Diane
Monday, July 18
- 6:30 pm - Church Council Meeting, Conference Room
- 7 pm - Al-Anon, Room 304
- 8 pm - AA
Tuesday, July 19
- 6:30 pm - Embracing Diversity Book Study, Paul's Place
Wednesday, July 20
- 9 am - Amazing Grays Coffee Hour, Room 306B
- 6 pm - Thank you Card Writing Party, Paul's Place
Friday, July 22
- 9 am - AA, Paul's Place
- 9 am - Ladies Sewing Group, Room 206
Questions? Contact Jamie in the church office or call 952-758-3513.
To view the entire HTLC calendar, click here. For support group information, click here.
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