Sunday & beyond
Bonne Rentrée, Trinity Church Lyon!
”But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into him who is the head—Christ. From him the whole body, fitted and knit together by every supporting ligament, promotes the growth of the body for building itself up in love by the proper working of each individual part.” Ephesians 4:15-16
For some of us, summer meant rest and slowing down. For others, it brought stress, whether expected or unplanned. Either way, now is the time when the city wakes back up, work ramps up, and it's easy to put our heads down and just get on with our own lives.
But it's also when the Trinity family comes back together. The community that thins out in summer gathers again - and one of the great gifts of following Jesus is that we never do it alone. We follow him together. It's in that togetherness that we're sustained, supported, and able to keep going. As Ephesians 4 puts it, speaking the truth to one another in love is what causes the body to grow.
When we bear each other's burdens, sharpen one another, and speak truth in love, we become more than the sum of our parts — able to reflect the character of Christ, to be his hands and feet in ways we never could alone.
So here's my prayer for this new season: that we'd lean into this community - being quick to encourage each other with God's promises, willing to challenge each other when we're tempted toward bad decisions, ready to bear one another's burdens — so that together we might be a light of Jesus' love, grace, and compassion in this city.
Every blessing in Him,
Craig & the Trinity Team
New Rhythms for a New Year
SUNDAY LUNCHES FOR NEWCOMERS
We know Sunday morning services can feel like a rushed time to get to know each other, particularly if you have just arrived in the city. So we’d love to offer an extended time of fellowship once the service ends, over lunch, at someone’s house.
For every Sunday from Rentrée (6th September) through to the Vacances de la Toussaint (18th October) there will be one household ready to welcome newcomers for lunch. Don’t be shy about inviting yourself, or mentioning it to any new folk you happen to meet at church.
Specific details will be shared as each Sunday approaches.
WEEKLY OPEN HOUSE FOR ALL
Craig and Becky are opening their home on Sunday evenings for a relaxed, drop-in gathering. Whether you’ve been away for the weekend, missed morning service, or simply want to unwind with church family, you’re always welcome. Come as you are!
➡️ from 16:00 | from 6th September | Charpennes
Upcoming this Rentrée…
SUNDAY 30th AUGUST Communion Service
Children’s groups will not be happening during the service
➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
EVENING Choral Prayer Service
SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER Morning Praise ServiceChildren’s groups will not be happening during the service.Please stick around afterwards to help clean the church building.➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
6-13th SEPTEMBER
24/7 Prayer Week
The 24/7 Prayer movement is inviting God’s global church to pray together, non-stop, for every nation on earth, and Trinity Church Lyon is thrilled to be part of it.
SUNDAY 13th SEPTEMBER Communion Service
Children’s groups will be re-launching today.
During the service, we will hear briefly from representatives from “Alliance de l’Espérance” https://alliancedelesperance.org/ with an opportunity to hear more after the main service has ended.
➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY 19th SEPTEMBER
Welcome Dance
Bring a friend, and your dancing shoes. Sign-up details will follow.
18:00-21:00 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
SUNDAY 20th SEPTEMBER Morning Praise ServiceChildren’s groups will be happening during the service.➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
SUNDAY 27th SEPTEMBER Communion Service
Children’s groups will be happening during the service.
The service will be followed by a potluck / bring & share lunch.
➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue BancelSUNDAY 4th OCTOBERAll Age Service
A shorter morning service with something for everyone, no matter your age.
➡️ 10:30 | Bancel Chapel (on the right as you enter the building) | 50 Rue Bancel
Sunday at 6: Prayer and Praise
A smaller, quieter gathering with time for sung worship and praying for the world, the city and each other.
➡️ 18:00 | Chapel (enter the main door and turn right) | 50 Rue Bancel
SUNDAY 11th OCTOBERCommunion Service
Children’s groups will be happening during the service.
➡️ 10:30 | Espace Bancel | 50 Rue Bancel
