Two years before the birth of George Washington and 46 years before the Declaration of Independence, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church was a worshiping congregation. Formally organized in 1730 with its first baptism recorded on May 4th of that year, Holy Trinity Church is the oldest church in Lancaster and one of the oldest in Pennsylvania.
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And, in July of 2024, The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution(NSSAR) held their annual convention in Lancaster PA and Holy Trinity hosted the Memorial Service. View that video here:
The congregation worshiped in a small stone church on Duke and Cumberland streets for 30 years. Construction of the present building began in 1761. In 1766, the new church was dedicated with Henry Melchior Muhlenberg, the patriarch of the Lutheran Church in America, officiating.
During the Revolutionary War, Civil War, two World Wars, the Cold War people came here to worship. To find hope and peace during the conflict and fear. To this day, Holy Trinity Lutheran is a living church – recognizing God’s goodness in yesteryear, the hearty expectation of God’s blessings in the present, and the confidence in God’s strength for the future.
Learn about the staff that continue to steward our mission forward.
At Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, we believe and teach that all we have is a Gift from God. As good stewards of these gifts, we share as we are able with sacrifice and gratitude.Through our generosity we can express our Love, Faith and Thanksgiving. As the Psalmist writes: “The Earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.” (Psalms 24.1)
Consider Giving HereChildren's Sunday School meets every Sunday Morning at 10:45 a.m. starting in Trinity's Choir room for music time, then the kids will go to classroom 202 (located on the second floor of the Parish House in the corner, behind the choir room) for a Bible Story and Lesson. New faces are always welcome!
Sunday, September 7th, Trinity kicked off the Church Sunday School Year with an all ages congregational Talent Show! We heard a variety of music, jokes, and a skit. A special thank you to all our performers and for those that attended, it was a great experience. For more photos, visit Trinity's FB page.
Families made a "prayer cross." located in Trinity's narthex. You are invited to write down a prayer on the colorful slips of paper beside the cross and then roll up your prayer and stick it in the "prayer cross" as a reminder that God is the answer to all our needs.
October 5, 2025
The study of presented by Mary and Tony Appplegate on C.S. Lewis's well read series, The Chronicles of Narnia continues. The Applegates will share their study of the books, take a deep dive into themes, good vs. evil, the purpose of the writer as the tale is told. Books will be provided. For all interested, the group will meet in the cafe at start of the education hour.....approximately 11am.
October 5, 2025
Representatives from Lancaster Habitat for Humanity will share their recent works and outlooks for the future
October 5, 2025
It being the first Sunday of the month, Doug will teach on Luther's Small Catechism, specifically Confession and Absolution.
October 12, 2025
The first in a two part series where we will dig a bit deeper into the Reformation of Luther's Day. There was a lot going on in Europe and the Near East at the time. Let's be open to learning more about this critical event in the history and evolution of "The Church"
October 12, 2025
Again this year, Chuck and Beth Petka are hosting a fall bonfire at their home. We'll enjoy a potluck dinner, fellowship, games, and a pumpkin decorating contest with a prize being awarded to the "best of show". If interested in attending(and hope you are), reach out to Rachel Kramer for details, [email protected]
October 12, 2025
Faith Talk will continue our Lectionary Texts study – the worship texts for October 19, 2025
October 19, 2025
We continue with the second in a two part series. The Arts were impacted and influenced greatly during the Reformation period. We'll take a look at this along with some other historical perspectives.
October 19, 2025
Faith Talk will continue our Lectionary Texts study – the worship texts for October 26, 2025
October 26, 2025
In August we heard from Reverend Cliff Eschbach on his most recent trip to the Konde Diocese in Tanzania. On this day, representatives from the Diocese will present to us the wonderful things happening there and the challenges they face.
October 26, 2025
Summer is in the review mirror but the fun and outdoor minstry continues at Camp Kirkenwald with a celebration of Fall. If interested in being a part of a group from Trinity to attend this event please contact Rachel Kramer at [email protected] Activities include hiking, pumpkin painting, canoeing, hayrides, outdoor worship, and a picnic supper. There is a $15.00 charge to cover the cost of the evening meal.
October 26, 2025
Faith Talk will continue our Lectionary Texts study – the worship texts for November 2, 2025
November 2, 2025
Faith Talk will continue our Lectionary Texts study – the worship texts for November 9, 2025
November 9, 2025
Tanya will share with us who was Henry Muhlenberg Jr. (the one who was pastor at Trinity)? Muhlenberg as a Lancaster Renaissance man. Should be very intersting.
November 9, 2025
Pastor Joel joins faith talk will be joining faith talk, a continuing conversation on Luther's Small Catechism - specifically The Lord's Supper.
