After the education hour, we enjoyed lunch togethe
After the education hour, we enjoyed lunch together and stuffed 1000 eggs for the upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt, April 4th.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is a historic church wedding venue in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Situated in a diverse neighborhood, this communal hub welcomes couples from all cultures and backgrounds.
Facilities and Capacity
Built in 1766, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is one of the oldest spiritual wedding venues in the state. Its congregation was first organized in 1730, 46 years before the United States became an independent nation. Visitors to the church can appreciate its rich history, and couples who marry here will become part of a long tradition. Behind the church’s rustic brick walls, you’ll find a timeless interior, beautiful in its simplicity. It features an impressive organ dating back centuries, stunning stained glass windows, and an impressive altar. The church can accommodate 350 guests, and the Parish House across the alley contains a café, library, and other spaces ideal for wedding preparation.
Services Offered
The team at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is devoted to breaking barriers and helping forge meaningful connections. They’re happy to help couples plan their ideal ceremony. Pastors Linda and Cliff Hanus, along with choirmaster and organist Dr. Robert C. Horton will provide any support needed. Sound and lighting equipment is available, and the venue is equipped with WiFi. There’s also parking on-site for guests. If you’re interested in exchanging your vows in this historic church, contact the team today. They’d be delighted to arrange a guided tour for you.
Our proximity to several popular reception venues and lodging choices for out of town guests is a convenient feature.
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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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.
Christmas Eve 2026
Organist and Choirmaster Chris Prestia singing "O Holy Night" accompanied by Joyce Gundrum
Upcoming Events
April 2, 2026
Maundy Thursday
We will worship in Fondersmith at 7:00pm, communion is served.
April 3, 2026
Good Friday
We will have two services. At 12 noon in the chapel. At 7:00pm, a Tenebrae service in the Sanctuary.
April 4, 2026
Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
Festivities begin in Fondersmith at 10:00am. Bring an Easter Basket to collect your eggs.
April 5, 2026
Adult Forum Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday, no adult forum scheduled.
April 5, 2026
Faith Talk after worship and in the library
Doug continues with the study of Romans, Paul – Paul teaches the resurrection
April 12, 2026
Adult Forum – What is Low Sunday?
So we had Easter, now what? A presentation by Loren Good.
April 12, 2026
Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom
Faith Talk continues reading Paul’s Epistle to the Romans – Chapter 8 and 9
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 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".