Join Holy Trinity for Palm Sunday worship including a Palm Sunday liturgy, prayers, and sermon. Also, Pastor Tasha apologizes for forgetting to read the Gospel. It’s included in the liturgy below.
PALM SUNDAY
APRIL 5, 2020
GREETING AND BLESSING
P: Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
C: Hosanna in the highest.
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: We praise and thank you, O God, for the great acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day he entered the holy city of Jerusalem in triumph, and was acclaimed Son of David and King of kings by those who scattered their garments and branches of palm in his path.
We ask that you bless those who are worshipping today and grant that we may ever hail Jesus as our Lord and King and follow him with perfect confidence; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
C: Amen.
APOSTOLIC GREETING AND PRAYER OF THE DAY
P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
C: And also with you.
P: Let us pray. (There is a time of silence.)
Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
C: Amen.
P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the twenty first chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
P: When they had come near Jerusalem and had reached Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, ‘Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her; untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, just say this, “The Lord needs them.” And he will send them immediately.’ This took place to fulfil what had been spoken through the prophet, saying, ‘Tell the daughter of Zion,
Look, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey,
and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them; they brought the donkey and the colt, and put their cloaks on them, and he sat on them. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and that followed were shouting,
‘Hosanna to the Son of David!
Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!
Hosanna in the highest heaven!’
When he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was in turmoil, asking, ‘Who is this?’ The crowds were saying, ‘This is the prophet Jesus from Nazareth in Galilee.’
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.
Each petition will end, “Lord, in your mercy,”
The congregation responds, “Hear our prayer.”
A: Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for who we shall pray, trusting in your mercy, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord.
C: Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
BENEDICTION
P: The blessing of God the Father Almighty, the wisdom and power of Christ Jesus, and the light of the Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always.
C: Amen.
DISMISSAL
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Sunday, February 8th after worship, the Trinity faithful gathered in Fondersmith Auditorium for a SOUP 'r bowl festivity. 14 volunteers prepared marvelous soup dishes, non-pershishable goods were collected for donation to the Lancaster Food Hub. Here, some volunteers right before "kickoff".
Organist and Choirmaster Chris Prestia singing "O Holy Night" accompanied by Joyce Gundrum
Trinity is now selling ELCA Good Gifts. Make your Christmas shopping special by giving a gift that fights hunger and poverty around the globe! Check out our ELCA Good Gift trees to see what we’re selling. The trees were decorated by some of Trinity’s Sunday School and Confirmation kids.
February 26, 2026
Holy Trinity is offering a series of Advent studies beginning Thursday, February 26 and continuing through Thursday, March 26. For this year, Pastor Joel and Loren Good will teach on five different chapters from the Book of Psalms. We will begin with a meal at 6:00 followed by worship at 7:00. You are encouraged to attend as you are able. All activities will take place in Fondersmith Auditorium.
February 28, 2026
The day begins with a health fair at 12 noon in the Fondersmith Auditorium followed by the service in the main Nave beginning at 2:00pm.
March 1, 2026
Pastor Joel continues with his series, Let's Listen, Let's Talk Pastor will choose a topic, speak to it, and we engage in discussion on that topic.
March 1, 2026
The study of Romans continues with Chapter 6.
March 6, 2026
The Holy Trinity First Friday Speaker Series continues. Sylvia Cavenaugh, tour coordinator for the African American Historical Society will talk with us about Black Women's History. The event begins with ringing of the bells at 5:00, a short concert at 5:15 followed by Sylvia's presentation at 5:30. Following the speaker, church tours are offered along with refreshments beginning at 6:00. No fee is charged and plenty of free parking.
March 8, 2026
“Divided at the Heart: Spiritual and Cultural Dimensions of the Russia / Ukraine Conflict”. With Pen Hoover Part I.
March 8, 2026
The study of Romans continues, Chapter 7.
March 14, 2026
Holy Trinity invites you to what will be a memorable event. The Gettysburg College Choir celebrates their 90th anniversary with a concert tour and Holy Trinity in one of the few venues hosting. The event is free of charge, including free parking. The concert begins at 4:00pm, Saturday March 14th, and will be in the main sanctuary at 31 south Duke Street Lancaster. Hope to see you there.
March 15, 2026
“Divided at the Heart: Spiritual and Cultural Dimensions of the Russia / Ukraine Conflict”. With Pen Hoover Part II
March 15, 2026
The study of Romans continues, Chapter 8.
March 22, 2026
Greg Carey, Trinity's former Resident Biblical Scholar, will present the first of a two part series on Paul's Epistle to the Galatians.
March 29, 2026
Greg Carey, Trinity's former Resident Biblical Scholar, will present on the second of a two part series on Paul's Epistle to the Galatians.
March 29, 2026
Following the education hour, we will gather in Fondersmith Auditorium to stuff Easter eggs for the hunt Saturday, April 4th
April 4, 2026
Please mark it on your calendar, the annual community Easter Egg hunt on the lawn in front of the Fisher Parish House. The fun begins inside at 10:00am. Bring your basket, we'll have plenty of eggs, along with some treats and games.
April 5, 2026
Adult Forum will not meet Easter Sunday
April 12, 2026
We celebrated the Resurrection of Our Lord last week. What's next? The church year has a lot to recount in the weeks and months ahead. Presented by Loren Good.
April 19, 2026
It's time for an update from the Breakfast Fellowship Ministry Committee.
April 26, 2026
Following worship on this day, we will gather in Fondersmith Auditorium enjoy a congregational brunch followed by a report from the vestry. Please plan to attend.
