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 and Grace concluded Summer Vacation Bible School July 6. Below are some photos from this God’s Wonder Lab! Our little disciples heard the Bible story of how Jesus called Saul to tell about him! Kids sang songs; made a science suncatcher; watched a reaction between milk, food coloring, and dawn dish soap; and played games called ‘Remove the Scales from Saul’s Eyes’ and ‘Saul, Saul, Paul’!
Grace Lutheran Church and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church celebrated week five of the 2026 Summer Vacation Bible School, Summer Science Monday: God’s Wonder Lab! Below you can see photos of young worshipers as they heard the Bible story of Jesus appearing to his disciples after his death and resurrection! They made raisins dance, caused a chemical reaction to blow up balloons, and played a game to help them recognize Jesus! Our last Science Monday meets on Monday, July 6th starting at 6:00 pm at Grace Lutheran Church, 517 N. Queen Street. You are invited to join us even if you’ve missed the other nights!
Trinity celebrated the Rite of Confirmation on Pentecost Sunday. It was an outpouring of the Holy Spirit on two young ladies who promised to do their personal best to follow the teachings of Jesus by acting in Love.” Congratulations to Natalie and Penelope.
Holy Trinity’s confirmands in 2026 delivered a fine presentation on their confirmation education experience. Natalie Dommel and Penelope Kramer offered wonderful insights on what it meant to each of them.
A BIG THANK YOU to Joyce Gundrum and to Trinity’s children and youth for sharing their musical talents with us this past Mother’s Day! If you missed their special anthem, you can watch the worship service on our Facebook Page or go to trinitylancaster.org and click on the worship tab to view past services.
Register now for God’s Wonder Lab, Science Mondays VBS. This is a collaborative ministry between Grace Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Church. The dates are: June 8th, June 15th, June 22nd, June 29th, and July 6th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Grace Lutheran Church, 517 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603 will host our VBS. Registration forms can be found in the church Narthex. For questions please see Rachel Kramer, rachel@trinitylancaster.org.
Penelope delivers an engaging children’s sermon Youth Sunday at Holy Trinity November 16, 2025
Nina Sgro “learning” the tech booth!
Holy Trinity Youth took part in the Lower Susquehanna Synod’s annual retreat for Middle Schoolers, Alive. More than 100 6th, 7th, and 8th graders from Lutheran churches all across the Synod met as one to enjoy the weekend theme “Better Together” – inspired from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s concept of ‘beloved community’ and the premise that EVERY human being has value. Special scripture that we heard this weekend included: Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:43-47, and Ephesians 4:1-6.
Vacation Bible School 2025. Once again Holy Trinity partnered with Grace Lutheran to jointly offer this opportunity. Below are some photos from this year, with the theme being Daniel, from Jerusalem to Babylon.
Sunday, August 17th, all students, teachers and school staff. Rachel Kramer had a gift bag for all students.
As Lutherans, the foundation of what we teach is grounded in the words of Martin Luther’s Small Catechism.
Read it here: Luther’s Small Catechism
Children’s Learning
Children’s learning school and confirmation classes have concluded for the current church school year. We will return September 13th. In the meantime, please contact Rachel Kramer, Director of Children and Family Ministry with any questions. You can reach Rachel via email at rachel@trinitylancaster.org or call the church office at 717.397.4075.
Junior High Learning
Confirmation age kids, 6th, 7th and 8th graders will join the Sunday School for music time at 10:45am starting in Trinity’s Chapel. Afterwards, will go to room 205(across the hall from the choir room on the 2nd floor of the Parish House) for a lesson. Trinity’s confirmation program is a 3 year rotation. One year the students study the Old Testament, one year the students drive deeper into the New Testament, and one year the students hear all about Lutheran Theology. At the end of the program students get the opportunity to affirm their baptisms during worship and celebrate afterwards with a special Trinity Fellowship time.
Adult Learning
Each Sunday, learning opportunities for adults are offered after worship and are preceded by a time of coffee and lite snack fellowship.
- The Adult Forum is topical and explores current faith and social issues. For a list of topics by date, please reference the monthly newsletter. Sunday, July 12th, Trinity worshipers will share a story about their Faith. Adult Forum take place in Fondersmith Auditorium following worship.
- Faith Talk focuses on Scripture and Theology, hosting a hearty discussion of. The discussion is led by Doug Frazer and Tim Wentworth. Sunday, July 12th, the group will conclude the study in Romans, Chapters 15-16. Faith Talk past lessons are available at: https://www.youtube.com/@FaithTalk-HolyTrinity Additionally, Doug has developed another valuable resource. Check it out here: http://www.spiritusetlogos.com
- TWIST(Trinity Women in Study Together) TWIST will be back in session in the fall after a summertime hiatus.
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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
July 12, 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.
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 19, 2026
Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom
We will begin a new study.....the Gospel of Luke. Today, we'll kick off with Luke 1: 1-38.
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.
July 26, 2026
Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom
Today, we'll pick up in the first chapter of Luke where we left it...with Luke 1:39-80
August 9, 2026
Holy Trinity Fun Raiser Collection of Donations
Starting Sunday, August 9th to Wednesday, August 12th, Holy Trinity will be accepting donations of new or gently used men's, women's, and children's clothing; accessories, such as, shoes, purses/wallets, backpacks, hats, belts, scarves, ties, jewelry; plastic toys, board games, dolls, puzzles, toy cars; housewares, such as, pots/pans, dishes/stoneware, glassware; and, pet items.
August 15, 2026
Holy Trinity Fun Raiser Event
Holy Trinity will be giving away all items collected over the past few days. We're calling it a Yard Sale, but we aren't raising money just fun! Our Yard Sale "Fun"-raiser starts at 8 am and goes until 11 am.
August 23, 2026
Back to School Blessing
All students, teachers, and school administrators are invited to come forward for a special blessing during worship today. This is an annual occurrence at Holy Trinity we lift our students as well as those charged with their educational development.
September 20, 2026
Worship and Picnic in the Park
On this Sunday, we'll worship in the park with Emmanuel and Christ Lutheran. The three congregations will worship together followed by a picnic beginning at 10:00am.