On Sunday, May 19, fifty days after Easter, we will celebrate Pentecost. Our Jewish brothers and sisters celebrate Pentecost, also known as Shavout or “The Feast of Weeks.” Shavuot has long been identified with the giving of the Torah by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. While our Jewish friends commemorate receiving the first part of the Jewish Bible, we … Read More about Featured Staff Article: What language do you speak?
Vestry Notes
Vestry met for its regular monthly meeting on April 15, 2024. After our Vestry President called the meeting to order, Deaconess Deborah opened the meeting in prayer. Vestry approved the minutes for … Read More about Vestry Notes
Dayspring Homes – Urgent Notice
Last Advent, Trinity adopted the 4 residents of Harry House to receive Angel Tree gifts. On Thursday, April 11 the residents of Harry Home were displaced by a fire. They were sleeping when the fire was discovered about 2:30 a.m. by the staff member on duty. Fortunately, the staff reacted without hesitation and … Read More about Dayspring Homes – Urgent Notice
First Floor Renovation Update: Historic Grave Markers, Subflooring, and Welcome Center
Well, we just celebrated the fourth Sunday of Easter yesterday in church. That means that we started ripping up the floor in the auditorium about 5 weeks ago. It was Holy Week and some of the workers … Read More about First Floor Renovation Update: Historic Grave Markers, Subflooring, and Welcome Center
2024 Education Assistance Grant Application
Because of generous support from many donors over time, we are able to offer financial assistance in the form of grants to students of Trinity furthering their … Apply Here about 2024 Education Assistance Grant Application
Deaconess Deborah on Sabbatical: Curiosity, Creativity, Connection and Renewal
There are many reasons for a rostered leader to take a sabbatical: redefine relationship with work, focus on what’s really important, deepen one’s spiritual life, create space for imaginative dreaming, etc. Common categories of sabbatical themes include personal … Read More about Deaconess Deborah on Sabbatical: Curiosity, Creativity, Connection and Renewal
Upcoming Concerts: Reading Musical Foundation Scholarship Winners
This year we will again welcome Reading Musical Foundation scholarship winners. If you missed the first concert be sure to join us on Sunday, May 19, at 4:00 PM. Come, hear these talented young folks … Read More about Upcoming Concerts: Reading Musical Foundation Scholarship Winners
Miss a Sunday? Check out the Beneath the Steeple podcast!
If you’re interested in listening to our Sunday sermon while you drive, cook, or clean, you can now find it as a podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, and you will always get Sunday’s sermon in your feed the … Read More about Miss a Sunday? Check out the Beneath the Steeple podcast!
New Member Information Session
Our congregation is growing–in faith and number. If you’re interested in becoming a member of Trinity, you’re invited to join Pr. Hans for a simple lunch at noon on Sunday, June 2nd. At this meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the process of becoming a member as well as what “membership” really means. RSVP by emailing Pr. Hans: hbecklin@trinityreading.org, or simply tell him that you’ll attend.
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May 5 Readings
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May 12 Readings
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May 19 Readings
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May 26 Readings
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2024 Pentecost Geraniums and World Hunger Donations
Pentecost red geraniums will be used to decorate the church and will then be planted to beautify Trinity’s courtyard. Donations of any amount are appreciated and will be used for plants and for World Hunger. You may contribute in honor or … Open Form Page about 2024 Pentecost Geraniums and World Hunger Donations
May Adult Forum (Click for details)
May 5: The Story of St. Stephen (continued)
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May 12: Deaconess Deborah on Sabbatical
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May 19: Trinity’s Confirmands Share their Faith Statements
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