Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, August 4th Trinity hosted an Easter Egg Hunt. Festivities began in Fondersmith Auditorium with games, snacks, a story by Rachel Kramer relating a dozen eggs to Jesus's life. Then, the 1000 egg scramble.
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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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March 31st, after the education hour, we enjoyed lunch together
After the education hour, we enjoyed lunch together and stuffed 1000 eggs for the upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt, April 4th.
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.
Upcoming Events
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 10, 2026
Mother’s Day/Hat Day at Holy Trinity
The Sunday School and Confirmation Youth will sing a special anthem during worship and the ladies and gents are invited to wear special hats to church. The hats signify "crowns" to represent faith, elegance, and community. All "hatters" please come to front of the church for a group photo.
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".
June 4, 2026
Urban Air Fundraiser
Trinity's Youth Ministry is hosting an Urban Air "Spirit Night!" Anyone is allowed to attend so please invite your friends and neighbors to join you at Urban Air Adventure Park. Mention Holy Trinity Lutheran Church when you purchase your tickets to get a discount on Platinum Passes! For more information contact Rachel, rachel@trinitylancaster.org.
June 8, 2026
Science Mondays Vacation Bible School!
Register now for God's Wonder Lab, Science Mondays VBS. This is a collaborative ministry between Grace Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Church. The dates are: June 8th, June 15th, June 22nd, June 29th, and July 6th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Grace Lutheran Church, 517 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603 will host our VBS. Registration forms can be found in the church Narthex. For questions please see Rachel Kramer, rachel@trinitylancaster.org.
June 10, 2026
Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Trinity is the Nonprofit of the Night at the Lancaster Stormers on Wednesday, June 10th. The gates open at 5:45 pm. Our choir will kick things off with the singing of the National Anthem at the Baseball game! The first pitch, which will be thrown by one of our confirmation students, Hudson, will happen at 6:45 pm. Tickets can be purchased via a check in the offering plate, writing Stormers in the memo.