After the education hour, we enjoyed lunch togethe
After the education hour, we enjoyed lunch together and stuffed 1000 eggs for the upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt, April 4th.
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We believe that every person has value. Unfortunately, life circumstances can become a stumbling block to a person living out the fullness of their lives. We follow Jesus' example of caring for those in need. This includes serving hands-on such as providing a hot breakfast each week. It can include building relationships between groups such as between police officers and children and youth who have a loved one in the criminal justice system. It includes being a vocal advocate for those whose voices don't get heard.
To participate in our learning opportunities is to take part in a robust conversation about faith and life. The opportunities include study of the Bible, of Christian Thought, and of practical ways to live out one's faith life. These opportunities also allow room to uplift and encourage one another as we grow in our faith lives.
Pre-Revolution Roots
Holy Trinity Church is a historical church that is still making history. At the heart of our congregation is the act of gathering together as God's people and hearing of God's presence in our lives. Our church has been that place where we have gathered since before the Revolutionary War and have heard God's promises to us.
Lutheran Theology
Lutheran Theology is rooted in God's love for each of us. It speaks of a God that offers us grace and is with us in our daily lives.
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The Annual Holy Trinity Soup-er Bowl Party
After worship we gathered in Fondersmith Auditorium to sample 14 different soup recipes prepared by Trinity Disciples. We played some Super Bowl Trivia and gathered non-perishable food items for the Food Hub.
Christmas Eve 2026
Organist and Choirmaster Chris Prestia singing "O Holy Night" accompanied by Joyce Gundrum
Upcoming Events
April 2, 2026
Maundy Thursday
We will worship in Fondersmith at 7:00pm, communion is served.
April 3, 2026
Good Friday
We will have two services. At 12 noon in the chapel. At 7:00pm, a Tenebrae service in the Sanctuary.
April 4, 2026
Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
Festivities begin in Fondersmith at 10:00am. Bring an Easter Basket to collect your eggs.
April 5, 2026
Adult Forum Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday, no adult forum scheduled.
April 5, 2026
Faith Talk after worship and in the library
Doug continues with the study of Romans, Paul – Paul teaches the resurrection
April 12, 2026
Adult Forum – What is Low Sunday?
So we had Easter, now what? A presentation by Loren Good.
April 12, 2026
Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom
Faith Talk continues reading Paul’s Epistle to the Romans – Chapter 8 and 9
April 19, 2026
Adult Forum – Breakfast Fellowship Updates
Cathy Dobish, Tim Wentworth, Doug Frazer will share the continuing growth of this ministry
April 19, 2026
Faith Talk
Faith Talk will not meet, joining the adult forum breakfast fellowship update.
April 26, 2026
Adult Forum – Report from the Vestry
After worship we will gather in Fondersmith for a meal followed by the annual report from the vestry to the congregation.
April 26, 2026
Faith Talk
No Faith Talk today, we will join the adult forum for the annual report to the congregation from the vestry.
May 3, 2026
Adult Forum – Dementia
Dawn Hippensteel, Clinical Nurse Specialist- Gerontology at UPMC Pinnacle will share with us the signs of dementia, caregiving for people living with dementia, and types of dementia.
May 17, 2026
Adult Forum – confirmation lessons
Our confirmands will talk with us about their classes, what it's meant to them. Pastor Joel will share some thoughts as well.
May 24, 2026
Lemonade on the Lawn
Celbrating Confirmation Sunday, we will gather on the lawn after worship for Lemonade, lite food and conversation. If it rains, we'll go inside and crumble cookies on the carpet(HA)
May 30, 2026
Lancaster British Brass Band
You are all in for a treat. Well known, and well loved, the 31 person Lancaster British Brass Band will fill Holy Trinity's Sanctuary with musical art. A truly inspiring and "goosebumpy" experience. The concert begins at 4:00pm.
May 31, 2026
Adult Forum – Pastor Joel
Pastor Joel presents to us on "Death and the Life After".