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About Holy Trinity Church

A History of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

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.

Who We Are

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Staff of Holy Trinity Church

Learn about the staff that continue to steward our mission forward.

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Steeple and Maintenance

Learn about the deep history of our church.

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Make a Gift to Support Our Mission

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)

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Family News


More Fun at Holy Trinity during Mardis Gras

Now that's what we call pumping it up.

Fun at Mardis Gras Trinity Style

Bob and Don having a great time.

Valentine’s Day Decorations and Notes to Trinity’s Home bound

John and Cristina Turney using their artistic gift creating a Valentine's Day greeting to our home bound disciples.

Upcoming Events


March 13, 2025

Special Lenten Opportunity

During Lent, we will gather Thursday evenings beginning March 13th. Beginning at 6:00pm we will share a light meal. At 7:00 Pastor Joel and Chris Prestia will lead a brief service as we observe Lent and immerse ourselves in the season. Please sign up in the Narthex or contact the church office if you plan to attend so that volunteers can prepare the proper amount of food.

March 16, 2025

Adult Forum – Pastor Joel

Pastor Joel will lead a Bible Study entitled 'Humor in the Bible"

March 16, 2025

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

The Gospel of Matthew. We will be reading Chapter 17.

March 23, 2025

Adult Forum – Holy Trinity History Lesson

Lucy Ervin and Tanya Kevorkian will offer a presentation on Holy Trinity's archives and heritage. They have incredible knowledge on Trinity's history and you'll enjoy hearing and seeing what they will share.

March 23, 2025

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

The study of the Gospel of Matthew continues with chapter 18.

March 30, 2025

Adult Forum – Let’s stuff some Eggs!

We will gather in Fondersmith Auditorium after worship and stuff Easter Eggs for Holy Trinity's upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt. Please take part, there is no shortage on this kind of egg.

March 30, 2025

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

Faith Talk - the Gospel of Matthew. We will be reading chapter 19.

April 6, 2025

Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom

This being the first Sunday of the month, the tradition continues.....Faith Talk – study of Luther's Small Catechism – Apostles’ Creed, Article 1.