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Senior Pastor Joel Petruschke

Pastor Joel Petruschke serves as the Senior Pastor at Holy Trinity.  He has been serving as a pastor in the Lower Susquehanna Synod of  Evangelical Lutheran Church in America since his ordination in 1998.  He attended The Theological Seminary at Gettysburg for his Master of Divinity.  In addition to his MDiv, he earned a Master of Sacred Theology  from LTSG and a Doctorate of Theology from the Evangelical Seminary in Myerstown.  His wife Kathy is also a Lutheran Pastor in the Lower Susquehanna Synod.  They have two children—Mary and Jonah.  In their free time, Pastor Joel and his wife enjoy Scottish Country Dancing.

Chris Prestia

Christopher Prestia serves as Organist and Choirmaster at Holy Trinity.    Chris has an extensive music background and education in music and music ministry.  Chris is a graduate of Marywood University and holds an MM degree in organ performance from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.   He is also the owner, director, and instructor in piano, violin and cello at The Columbia School of Music.

Andrea Collins

Andrea Collins has held the position of Executive Assistant since 2002. This position involves all the administrative work you’d expect (and many other things that you might not) but that’s all part of life in the Holy Trinity Parish House. Andrea has a BA from Millersville University and lives with her husband and their adorable cat.

Anna Marie Snyder

Anna Marie Snyder is the Receptionist and Financial Secretary at Holy Trinity Church. She has been on staff since March 2012. Anna Marie graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in Philadelphia, PA. She and her family like to vacation in the Outer Banks. Her husband’s name is Terry. Her son Paul is married to Jessica. Anna Marie has 2 grand-daughters—Gigi and Savvy.  Anna Marie and Terry have an adorable Goldendoodle named Cooper.

Rachel Kramer

Rachel Kramer is the Director of Children’s and Family Ministry at Holy Trinity. She has oversight for children’s learning, family ministry activities, Children’s Christmas Program, and Vacation Bible School She has worked as a Parish Administrator. Rachel has a daughter, Penelope and son, Ronald.

Loren Good

Loren serves as Associate Lay Minister at Holy Trinity Church.   Loren also serves as marketing and community relations director, being part of the staff in April of 2022. Loren and wife Lori worship at Holy Trinity and have two adult children, daughter Nicole, married to Christian, a grandaughter Janie, and son Marshall.

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Family News


Father’s Day, Bow Tie Sunday at Trinity

In May, we invited ALL to wear their favorite hat Mother's Day. We followed up with Bow Tie Sunday for Father's Day. Men, young men, even some of the ladies adorned with their "bows" are pictured here.

Holy Trinity at the Lancaster Barnstormers

Holy Trinity was the recognized nonprofit June 10th. Trinity's choir sang The National Anthem, and confirmation student, Hudson, threw out the 1st pitch! Between Trinity throwing the first pitch and the rousing rendition from the choir, the "Stormers" were inspired to deliver a huge comeback over their across the river rivals, The York Revs, to win 5 to 4!

Bible School Science Mondays

Grace Lutheran Church and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church this summer are collectively bringing to downtown Lancaster the 1st Summer Science Monday: God's Wonder Lab! Our little scientists, played Bible games, made slime, art with sand, heard the Bible Story of Jesus turning water into wine, and praised God through song! Everyone is invited to join us each Monday through July 6 at 6:00 pm for Science Monday at Grace, 517 N. Queen Street.

Upcoming Events


June 23, 2026

Lutheran World Relief Personal Care Kits

International Ministries is collecting LWR Personal Care Kits from Sunday June 28 – August 2nd. Assembled kits can be dropped in collection bins located the church narthex on Sunday mornings or at the church office during the week. LWR Personal Care Kit instructions can be found at https://lwr.org/kits/personal-care-kits. Or, visit our International Ministry Page and click on the "here" link. Please Contact Sally Bair or Bruce Stauffer if you have any questions.

June 28, 2026

Adult Forum – Peace and Justice

Peace and Justice in the Bible and at Holy Trinity today

June 28, 2026

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

We will conclude our study of the 12th chapter of Romans

June 29, 2026

Science Mondays Vacation Bible School!

Summer Vacation Bible School continues on Monday evenings through July 6th beginning at 6:00pm, concluding at 8:00pm. This year's theme is God's Wonder Lab, Science Monday. A collaborative ministry between Grace Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Church. Grace Lutheran Church is hosting each week at 517 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603. For questions please contact Rachel Kramer, rachel@trinitylancaster.org.

July 3, 2026

Holy Trinity First Friday

Holy Trinity hosts a timely presentation Friday, July 3rd. Tim Slaugh will talk about the role Holy Trinity played in the Revolutionary War. It was a prominent role to be sure. The evening begins with a ringing of the bells at 5:00 followed by a short organ performance. The presentation begins at 5:30 and concludes by 6:00 with historical tours offered afterwards for those interested.

July 5, 2026

Worship July 4th weekend at Holy Trinity

In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of our country, Holy Trinity's worship service will be tailored to the occasion. A pipe and drum prelude processional followed by a reading of the Declaration of Independence. The sermon that day will explore a message relevant to the celebration.

July 5, 2026

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

Our journey through the book of Romans continues with Chapter 14.

July 8, 2026

Declaration of Independence Reading

At 12 noon July 8th, several downtown church communities will gather at Lancaster's Penn Square and deliver a reading of the Declaration of Independence. It was on this day in 1776, the the Declaration was first heard in Lancaster.

July 12, 2026

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

We will continue studying Paul's teaching in the Book Of Romans, chapter 15.

July 12, 2026

Adult Forum, Let’s Listen Let’s Talk with Pastor Joel

An ongoing series with Pastor Joel where he will address a particular topic and we'll have a conversation around that.

July 19, 2026

Adult Forum – Holy Trinity Going Solar, In Part

We will hear from representatives of the ad hoc small group that has been working with Solar providers to help Trinity with energy efficiency.

July 26, 2026

Adult Forum – it’s all about the Bees, Honey that is

Christina Seldomridge, apiarist(beekeeper) will talk with us about the importance of this small insect in God's creation. There's more to what they do than manufacture honey.