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.
Adult Education
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, August 30th, Organist and Choirmaster Chris Prestia will talk with us about the importance of music in worship. 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, August 30th, Doug will continue with the study of Luke’s Gospel. This week it’s chapter 5. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
August 30, 2026
Back to School Offering
Trinity will collect a special offering to benefit the Families In Transition Program or FIT. The FIT program helps remove barriers keeping students from education who are experiencing homelessness by supplying them with school supplies, transportation, personal care items, and some clothing. These special offerings will be collected August 23rd, August 30th, and September 6th. Please write "FIT" in the memo section of your checks! If you wish to give cash, please, put the money in an envelope marked "FIT".
August 30, 2026
Adult Forum – Worship and Music…the 2nd part
Organist and Choirmaster Chris Prestia will talk with us about music at Holy Trinity. What we sing and hear. Why. The relevance of music in our worship.
August 30, 2026
Faith Talk after worship in the library and via zoom
Doug Frazer continues with the study of Luke Chapter 5 verses 1-39
September 4, 2026
First Friday at Holy Trinity
Jean Weglarz, Woodward Hill Cemetery Board, presenting Woodward Hill and Zion Cemeteries. The evening will begin with the playing of our Church bells at 5 pm followed by a short organ demonstration. The main speaker presentation will start at 5:30 pm followed by sanctuary tours and refreshments. The talk will be in the sanctuary. Refreshments will be served outside the sanctuary. We will continue the series focusing on our Church history, local history, social topics, and content from our partners.
September 6, 2026
Lemonade on the Lawn
Our final lawn event for the summer. If the weather is inclement, we'll move inside.
September 6, 2026
Faith Talk in the library and via zoom after worship
We continue with our study of Luke with Chapter 6: 1-49
September 13, 2026
God’s Work Our Hands
God's Work, Our Hands Sunday - Christian Education Classes for children and youth will start up on Sunday, September 13 for God's Work, Our Hands Sunday.
September 13, 2026
Faith Talk in the library and via zoom after worship
Doug Frazer will lead a teaching on Luke Chapter 7 verses 1-50.
September 13, 2026
Adult Forum – FIT Program Lancaster
Lisette Rivera, School District of Lancaster, will share a presentation on FIT. Families in Transition. Please plan to attend as it is a very beneficial program.
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.
October 18, 2026
Lancaster Crop Walk
Holy Trinity is a registered team for the Lancaster Crop Hunger Walk. If you wish to join the team or make a donation, please see Rachel Kramer. No one in this world should be hungry. That's why the CROP Hunger Walk is more than just a gathering of people in a place. It's part of a movement, taking steps and raising funds together to provide meals for those in our own community who need them - and supporting programs that create greater food security in communities all around the world.