Come and discuss the action of the ELCA Churchwide Assembly. What does it mean for the ELCA? What does it mean for Trinity? How do we respond? Copies of the ELCA’s talking points are available on the welcome table. … Read More about September 22: Sanctuary Church Body, What Does This Mean?
Historic Trinity Lutheran Church - Reading, PA
Sharing God's love with all people
Trinity is a “Reconciling in Christ” congregation, welcoming members of the LGBTQ community into its church family and ministries.
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What is the “Thursdays in Black: Resistance and Resilience” Campaign? In every country, gender-based violence is a tragic reality. This violence is frequently hidden, and victims are often silent, fearing stigma and further violence. We all have a responsibility to speak out against violence, to ensure that women and men, boys and girls, are safe from rape and violence in homes, schools, work, streets – in all places in our societies. The World Council of Churches encourages us to participate in the campaign. It is simple but profound. Wear black on Thursdays.
O God, overflowing with mercy and compassion, you lead back to yourself all those who go astray. Preserve your people in your loving care, that we may reject whatever is contrary to you and may follow all things that sustain our life in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen (from Sundays and Seasons Year C 2019 (2018: Augsburg Fortress, 265)
Help end hunger globally and locally on Sunday, October 13 at Gring's Mill Recreation Area. Registration begins, 12:30 PM; walk begins at 1:30 PM. All walkers are asked to collect money from sponsors and bring it to the event. You can donate online at www.crophungerwalk.org/readingpa.
Reading Berks CROP Hunger Walk
Please help Reading Berks CROP Hunger Walk end hunger in our community and around the world! Together we can make a difference.Fortepiano Concert by Matthew Bengtson - Sunday, September 15 at 4:00 PM
WCR Center for the Arts– Free parking in Trinity's 5th Street lot - Free-will donation at the door—Reception to follow
The expertise of versatile pianist Matthew Bengtson, a Berks County native, ranges from harpsichord music of Elizabethan England to contemporary composers. He will perform music by J.S. Bach, C.P.E. Bach, Haydn and Mozart on his copy of a 1785 Anton Walter fortepiano.
Come early to see the final day of the art show and sale from 12:30-3:30 PM in Trinity's Hintz Room. Trinity member Annie Harlin is a nationally known fiber artist and a Juried Master Craftsman with the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen. For the past thirty years she has won numerous awards for excellence for her unique wool strip rugs and wall hangings.
These events are part of the Fall Festival of the Arts presented by Christ Episcopal Church and Trinity Lutheran Church.
On September 15 we return to our schedule of two worship services on Sundays at 8:30 AM in the chapel and 11:00 AM in the nave. On the second and fourth Sundays of the month, Deaf and Hearing members will worship together at 8:30 AM in the chapel.
A prayer for emergency workers: God of earth and air, water and fire, height and depth, we pray for those who work in danger, who rush in to bring hope and help and comfort, whose mission is to seek and save, serve and protect. Support them in their courage and dedication that they may continue to save lives and ease pain. In Jesus' name, Amen (adapted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006: Augsburg Fortress, 85)
God bless The Helpers.
Lutheran Disaster Response is ready to help those hurt by Hurricane Dorian. Learn more and donate here: community.elca.org/hurricane-relief?_ga=2.175157409.2039954665.1567705858-711036839.1567705858
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Please give now. Your gifts are needed to bring help and hope to those who have experienced a disaster.Nawakwa Retreat Weekend September 20 - 22
HIKING… CRAFTS… FRISBEE GOLF… SERVICE… CAMPFIRE SONGS… YOGA with Amy Stewart-Himes. Please join us for a weekend of fun and fellowship and worship in God’s beautiful creation at Camp Nawakwa near Gettysburg. You may choose to stay one night or the whole weekend. You may also come just for the day on Saturday. Sign up here: doodle.com/poll/frgmc7utbd2ugvew
Doodle: Trinity Lutheran Church - Fall Retreat
Register for overnights and meals!Invitation Sunday September 8 at 9:30 AM: Looking for a church community? Join us this Sunday at 9:30 AM. Find out all about us here: trinityreading.org/new-to-trinity/ Worship, ministries for youth and adults, and Trinity TV. We are a Reconciling in Christ congregation, affirming and encouraging the full participation of LGBTQ members and visitors. Music at Trinity is always a special gift and many people of all ages and cultures find that the beauty of liturgical worship touches a deep place in their lives.
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Music, poetry and unique textile art: check out our event this weekend's Fall Festival of the Arts. Opening Gala - Sunday, September 8 at 3:00 PM in the Trinity Nave; Art Show & Sale: A Retrospective of the Work of Annie Harlin - Saturday, September 7, 9:00 AM—4:00 PM; Sunday, September 8, 4:00-6:00 PM; Sunday, September 15, 12:30-3:30 PM
