November 16th

WELCOME AND LITURGY OF GATHERING

Leader: Reading of Psalm 98. This is the word of the Lord.

ALL: Thanks be to God.

Trinity is fostering a haven of belonging where wanderers and wonderers 

gather to discover and embody the love of Jesus in the world.

COMMUNAL SINGING

Hosanna

Praise is rising, eyes are turning to You

We turn to You

Hope is stirring, hearts are yearning for You

We long for You

'Cause when we see You

We find strength to face the day

And in Your presence

All our fears are washed away

washed away

Hosanna, hosanna 

You are the God who saves us, 

worthy of all our praises

Hear the sound of hearts returning to You

We turn to You

In Your kingdom broken lives are made new

You make us new

Hosanna, hosanna

You are the God who saves us, 

worthy of all our praises

Hosanna, hosanna

Come have Your way among us

We welcome You here Lord Jesus

Clean

Precious blood has left me forgiven 

Pure like the whitest of snow 

Powerful to make sin and shame retreat 

This covenant is making me whole 

So I will rise and lift my head 

For by His mercy my life was spared 

The highest Name has set me free 

Because of Jesus, my heart is clean 

Purify my heart in Your presence 

Teach me to discover the joy 

Of holiness that forms as You draw me close 

In You what was lost is restored 

COMMUNITY CONFESSION

Leader: When we seek God’s mercy, we draw close the mystery of faith: love that cannot be undone by our sin. Trusting that God is grace, let us offer to God the truth of our lives, first in silent prayer.

Silent Prayer

Leader: Holy Lord, God of Life, hear our prayer:

ALL: Forgive us when we follow those paths that do not lead to life,

That lead instead to violence, or hate, or fear,

Paths that lead to dread and death.

Forgive us when we forget that you offer us life, 

Life that is abundant and eternal, 

Life that began at the creation of all things.

Forgive us, turn us to the right path, 

and let your love and grace flow over us and the world. 

We pray in Jesus’ name and for his sake. 

Leader: Amen, amen, God of Life extends forgiveness, love, and belonging to us that we might truly live. We are forgiven!

ALL: Thanks be to God!

BLESSING AND PASSING THE PEACE 

Leader: The Lord be with you!

ALL: And also with you! 

During this time we greet one another, recognizing that we are all a part of the body, as PreK-5th grade children are led to their ministry space. Younger children and youth remain, and are welcome, in the Gathering. Materials for toddlers are available and we understand that their presence means they will be heard, no need to worry about their vocal contributions.

SERMON NOTES

Monster Petting Zoo: On Safari with God

Werewolves 

Daniel 4

• What does the myth or monster in today’s text look like for you/us today?

• What is causing discomfort in this week/season? How might you/we make a home for it?

• How might the Spirit be inviting you/us to make friends with fear? What fears are being turned into wonder this week/season?

• Describe what you feel was previously inaccessible to you and explore how it may be becoming more accessible today.

• In what ways is God allowing you to move through or lean into something rather than “escape it”? 

• How are you engaging the mysterious/monstrous as a part of your spiritual life in this season? How is this helping you locate yourself in the larger trajectory of the story of God?

*Through small and large group conversations, we’ll be voicing what resonates with us and reflect that back to the group(s).

* Description Card

*For additional discussion prompts visit the series page here.

LORD’S TABLE LITURGY

ALL: We come to this table to remember Jesus, and the path toward wholeness he leads us down. His life reminds us that this path is forged through radical love for all. His death shows us that it does not ignore pain and suffering, but offers solidarity in their midst. His resurrection reminds us that it is a hope-filled path we dance along.

Leader: The Table of the Lord is open for all who seek to experience love, life and hope.

*communion elements are gluten free, not allergen free

RESPONSE & OFFERING OF WORSHIP                                                                                                                                    

The Offering Basket 

Prayer requests may be posted in the Zoom chat (Zoom participants) or written and placed in the offering basket.

A Thousand Hallelujahs

Who else would rocks cry out to worship?

Whose glory taught the stars to shine?

Perhaps creation longs

To have the words to sing

But this joy is mine

With a thousand hallelujahs

We magnify Your name

You alone deserve the glory

The honor and the praise

Lord Jesus,  this song is forever Yours 

A thousand hallelujahs

And a thousand more

Who else would die for our redemption?

Whose resurrection means I’ll rise?

There isn’t time enough

To sing of all You’ve done

But I have eternity to try

Praise to the Lord, to the Lamb

To the King of hea -ven

Praise for He rose, now He reigns

We will sing forever

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join the Youth Group in collecting food items and funding to support IYG's food pantry. This is an ongoing need that IYG has, but with the lack of SNAP benefits, there is a higher need than the typical season. We will run the food drive through Christmas, no matter the status of SNAP benefits and encourage folks to keep IYG in their thoughts during their regular grocery shopping! Bring items to the building or send funds for the youth group to shop via Venmo @britney-yount.

Thanksgiving Weekend Brunch. As part of our Gathering on November 30th, kicking off the Advent season on Thanksgiving weekend, we’ll incorporate a brunch. Please bring a dish or two to share. 

Advent. The Advent season is nearing! You may access the Advent series page here, along with other resources. Materials for all households are made available in the Gathering. 

Civic Action Group Meeting

Join us for our next Civic Action Group (CAG) meeting on Sunday, November 23rd, at 11:30 AM, right after the gathering. We’ll meet in person at COhatch and virtually via Zoom for those joining remotely.  We will:

• Check-In

• Recap fall activities

• Look to 2026

Want to stay connected? Sign up for the CAG info list by filling out this info form! Contact joel@indytrinity.org with questions. 

Equity Funds Disbursement for round two of 2025. The following disbursements are being made: $1000 to The Avenue Foundation, $1000 to Irvington Counseling Collective, and $500 to IUYA. Any questions may be directed to contact@indytrinity.org. Thank you to everyone who submitted proposals and engaged in conversation!

Where the Money Went Q3 2025. The financial report for the second quarter of this year has been made available via email and in Church Documents on the website. If you need access to either of these, please let us know (contact@indytrinity.org). Any questions about numbers may be directed to Steve Edinger at finance@indytrinity.org and questions about the investments may be directed to Jay Howard at jay@indytrinity.org. 

THE BENEDICTION

Leader: In days filled with uncertainty, 

we hold fast to the truths that ground us. 

ALL: We keep our hearts set upon all that is just. 

All that is freeing.

All that deepens our connections and commitments to one another.

Leader: If we choose to follow, Love will lead us.

May this be our prayer and our practice, today, this week, and all of our days.

Go in peace!

(Some liturgies adapted from lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com and https://holdfasttowhatisgood.com/liturgy/prayer-of-confession/ and enfleshed.com)

Remain in the Gathering space for general connection and prayer.

GATHERING RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

Land Acknowledgement. We acknowledge that the land on which we gather for worship was stolen from Native peoples, who were driven out of the area and of their native lands by genocide, force (through broken treaties and laws imposed upon their nation), and systematic disposession.  The Myaamiaki, Kaskaskia, and Kickapoo peoples* and their sovereign Nations have cared for, and are deeply a part of, this land - past, present, and future. (ref: Repudiation of the Doctrine of Discovery, Trinity Church)

Gathering Hosting Schedule. As an act of service and care, please join staff, leaders, and others from your parish in hosting Sunday Gatherings. These are great times to connect and welcome others to converse while serving as well. Arrival at 9:45am is great, 9:30am is super helpful for assisting with audio equipment and/or indoor set up. Cleaning up on the back end should only take 10-15 minutes. The hosting checklist is in the Trinity office. Thank you!

November

2nd: Fishers

9th: Broad Ripple

16th: North/Carmel

23rd: Midtown/Downtown

30th/Brunch + First Sunday of Advent: Fishers

December

7th: Broad Ripple

14th: North/Carmel

21st: Midtown/Downtown

24th/Christmas Eve: Leadership Team

28th: No Gathering

Guide and Service Dog Training. As we welcome Guide/Service Dogs at Gatherings, please familiarize yourself with resources under on these two websites https://www.guidedogs.com/resources/blindness-and-guide-dog-etiquette and https://www.guidedogsofamerica.org/best-practices-when-around-a-service-dog/  and discuss main points with those in your household. If you or anyone in your household has severe allergies or any fear of dogs, etc. please contact us (contact@indytrinity.org) so we can do our best to keep Gathering spaces welcoming for all. 

Health Guidelines. Gatherings can look differently according to the needs of our leaders and community if health concerns take effect. We ask that everyone remain flexible if and/or when this is the case. If a Gathering is going to be virtual, we will send an email by 8am on Sunday, or earlier. If you have experienced fever, coughs, or other clear signs of illness in the last 48 hours, please remain home and join the Gathering via Zoom. If your symptoms are not highly contagious or you are unsure about exposing others, please wear a mask.