Join Holy Trinity for Palm Sunday worship including a Palm Sunday liturgy, prayers, and sermon. Also, Pastor Tasha apologizes for forgetting to read the Gospel. It’s included in the liturgy below.
PALM SUNDAY
APRIL 5, 2020
GREETING AND BLESSING
P: Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
C: Hosanna in the highest.
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: We praise and thank you, O God, for the great acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day he entered the holy city of Jerusalem in triumph, and was acclaimed Son of David and King of kings by those who scattered their garments and branches of palm in his path.
We ask that you bless those who are worshipping today and grant that we may ever hail Jesus as our Lord and King and follow him with perfect confidence; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
C: Amen.
APOSTOLIC GREETING AND PRAYER OF THE DAY
P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
C: And also with you.
P: Let us pray. (There is a time of silence.)
Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
C: Amen.
P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the twenty first chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
P: When they had come near Jerusalem and had reached Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, ‘Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her; untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, just say this, “The Lord needs them.” And he will send them immediately.’ This took place to fulfil what had been spoken through the prophet, saying, ‘Tell the daughter of Zion,
Look, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey,
and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them; they brought the donkey and the colt, and put their cloaks on them, and he sat on them. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and that followed were shouting,
‘Hosanna to the Son of David!
Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!
Hosanna in the highest heaven!’
When he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was in turmoil, asking, ‘Who is this?’ The crowds were saying, ‘This is the prophet Jesus from Nazareth in Galilee.’
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.
Each petition will end, “Lord, in your mercy,”
The congregation responds, “Hear our prayer.”
A: Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for who we shall pray, trusting in your mercy, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord.
C: Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
BENEDICTION
P: The blessing of God the Father Almighty, the wisdom and power of Christ Jesus, and the light of the Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always.
C: Amen.
DISMISSAL
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Trinity Youth took part in a special Reformation journey Sunday, October 26th. Trinity's children and youth had to make a document printing press style, nailed their own 95 Thesis to the castle door, built their own "Mighty Fortress", played 9 pins, and decorated luminaries for All Saints Day! How cool is that?
Disciples from Holy Trinity Lutheran Church joined Grace Lutheran Church and others from around the Lower Susquehanna Synod to attend Fall Foliage Day hosted by Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA. God's creation is so beautiful! Here is a gathering in a pavilion.
Children'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!
November 9, 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.
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.
November 16, 2025
We have a new Mission Statement. Now it's onto establishing our core values. We will share and ask you for input. Please plan to attend.
November 23, 2025
Well not quite Gulliver's but rather the travels of our nomadic Trinity worshipers. We have many in our flock that have traveled near and far. We'll see how many countries, states, provinces we collectively have visited and maybe hear some tales(mostly true)
November 30, 2025
Pastor Joel and the Worship and Music Small Group will set the table so that you can enjoy the Advent Season. It's more than just parties and concerts. A daily devotional, a weekly service, all in preparation for the coming of the Christ Child.
December 4, 2025
Beginning Thursday December 4th and continuting December 11 and 18, Holy Trinity will host an Advent Series focusing on three groups of characters from the Nativity story. The Gospels of Matthew and Luke alone recorded what we know of the Christ Child's birth. We'll talk about the Wise Men, The Angels, The Innkeeper and look to unravel the mystery a bit. We will meet in Fondersmith for a BYOD(bring your own dinner) and then at 7:00, begin worship. You are encouraged to take part and make this Advent Season an opportunity to grow in your faith and understanding.
December 7, 2025
We will meet in the chapel for forum December 7th with another presentation from Pastor Joel, Let's Listen and Let's Talk.
December 14, 2025
Trinity's children and youth will take to the stage and present the annual Christmas Pageant. Please plan to attend. We'll enjoy a cookie exchange during coffee fellowship that day as well.
December 21, 2025
Back by very popular demand........what has become a tradition of sorts, we'll gather after worship for a good ole time singalong of Christmas and Holiday favorites. Maybe you have a request? If so, contact Loren Good and we may be able to work it in amongst the selections. Bring yourselves and your hearty voice. No previous professional singing experience required.
December 28, 2025
Following our service of Lessons and Carols, we will meet in Fondersmith for a celebratory brunch. Please sign up by December 22nd so that we know how much food to prepare and how to set the tables. Food to be prepared by Trinity disciple, Brandon Clouser, a caterer.
