Historic Trinity Lutheran Church - Reading, PA
Sharing God's love with all people
Pastor Alan has been Senior Pastor at Trinity since August, 2015. Previously, he served with his wife, Phyllis, at congregations in Florida (1999-2015), Iowa (1991-1999) and North Dakota (1986-1991). He was drawn to Trinity by the congregation's commitment to urban ministry, its rich worship and … Read More about Pastor Alan Wolkenhauer, Senior Pastor
Deaconess Deborah Matern Graf has served with the people of Trinity since June, 1999. Called to the ministry areas of Learning Ministries, Youth Ministry, Mission and Service, Worship leadership, and ‘other duties as assigned,’ Deborah truly finds deep joy in the day-to-day life of congregational … Read More about Deaconess Deborah Graf
Karen S. Eddinger joined the Trinity staff as Minister of Music in August 2011. She had previously served as Trinity’s Music Intern and Assistant Director of Music from 1981-1989, during which time she began the church’s handbell program. Immediately prior to rejoining the staff at Trinity, Karen … Read More about Karen S. Eddinger, Minister of Music
Dee and her family have been members of Trinity since 1971. Her involvement in Trinity Deaf and Hard of Hearing ministries began in 1984 when she was on a church committee to call a part-time pastor fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) to serve the greater Reading area. She took sign language … Read More about Dee Horst, Community Outreach Coordinator
Matthew has been a member of Trinity's staff since 1992! In that time he has produced countless programs that have been broadcast to the Reading community. Matthew wears may "hats" at Trinity that include documenting worship life through photography and video, producing the visual content for this … Read More about Matthew Mellen, Media Director
Rachel Gambone helps run the church office and leads Trinity’s communications and publications. She prepares more than 200 digital and print publications each year, including worship bulletins, newsletters, music recital programs and ecards. … Read More about Rachel Gambone, Parish Secretary
Dave Troche has been serving as Trinity’s Sexton since October 2013. Behind the scenes, he ensures the facilities are clean and well-maintained. Dave is very much a people person. He enjoys interacting with the congregation and assisting members and guests alike as they attend our worship services … Read More about David Troche, Sexton
The Rev. Tom Scornavacchi is pastor of Common Ground Recovery Ministry in Wyomissing. As a person in long-term recovery, Pastor Tom works with individuals and families affected by the disease of addiction. In his work he combines the wisdom and practice of the 12-steps with the forgiveness and grace … Read More about Pastor Tom Scornavacchi, Mission Developer, Common Ground Ministry
“Annwyl Faria” is a setting of the Ave Maria text by the young Welsh composer, Richard Vaughan. The piece was dedicated to his Dad in loving memory of his Grandmother Veronica Frances Vaughan.
Apparently not satisfied by Jesus’ feeding of thousands, some who were there press him for a sign of his power; perhaps it is daily manna they want. As always in John’s gospel when people want a sign, Jesus offers himself. He is the bread come from heaven to give life to the world. He calls us to come to him and believe in him, and through that relationship to know the one who sent him.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/8.1.21-bulletin-Pent-10-Lect-18.pdf
Erik Potteiger is a professional singer, percussionist, pianist, composer and educator currently active in the tri-state area. He received his bachelor’s of music in choral music education and vocal performance from the University of South Carolina. Erik has performed in solo and ensemble settings across a plethora of cities and states in the US, as well as eight countries across three continents. Away from his performing engagements, he enjoys audio editing, producing, recording, as well as creating virtual ensemble content and practice tracks.
Program Includes:
Prelude No. 7 at 1:27
COVID-(20)19 at 5:40
Pavane pour une infante défunte (Pavane for a Dead Princess) at 9:41
Stabat Mater (The Sorrowful Mother Stood) at 13:17
Des pas sur la neige (Footprints in the Snow) at 15:30
Pandemic Medley (excerpts from Piano Étude No. 2 Mvt. 2, Memory No. 5, and Prelude No. 3) at 19:12
For The Mountains Shall Depart at 26:12
Sure on this shining night at 28:28
Double Bass Pedal Étude No. 1 at 30:47
Amazing,
Today is the first of five Sundays with gospel readings from John 6, the first four of which focus on Jesus as bread of life. Today Jesus feeds thousands of people with five loaves and two fish. What we have, what we bring to Jesus’ table, seems like it is not nearly enough to meet all the needs we see around us. But it is not the adequacy of our supplies or our skills that finally makes the difference: it is the power of Jesus working in the littlest and least to transform this world into the world God desires, a world where all the hungry are satisfied.
Follow along with our Worship Bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7.25.21-bulletin-Pent-9-Lect-17.pdf
Wednesday was a great day at Trinity as we resumed Courtyard Café (take-out), surrounded by the beauty of our garden. God has blessed us richly!
I missed it...☹️
Mark’s gospel makes clear how great is the press of the crowd, with its countless needs to be met, on Jesus and his disciples. Yet in today’s gospel Jesus advises his disciples to get away and rest, to take care of themselves. Sometimes we think that when others are in great need we shouldn’t think of ourselves at all; but Jesus also honors the caregivers’ need. We are sent from Christ’s table to care for others and for ourselves.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7.18.21-bulletin-Pent-8-Lect-16.pdf
Former Trinity Choral Scholar Christa Beveridge is accompanied by her mother, Kathy Bartol, in this outstanding rectial of classic vocal literature. Christa, a graduate of Albright College, currently resides in Baltimore and is completing a Master of Music in Vocal Performance at the Peabody Institute. She is a dramatic coloratura soprano with a commanding voice of stylistic versatility. Her outstanding rich tone quality, compelling stage presence, and extensive acting experience landed her many operatic and musical roles. Ms. Bartol is a professional singer, conductor, pianist, and prominent music educator.
Program Includes:
Ach Ich Liebte from Die Entführung aus dem Serail at 0:08
Ouvre ton coeur at 5:16
Je dis que rien ne m’épouvante from Carmen at 7:53
Willow Song from The Ballad of Baby Doe at 13:47
Love Let the Wind Cry…How I Adore Thee at 17:17
Green Finch and Linnet Bird from Sweeney Todd at 20:08
Il bacio at 22:50
Gimme Gimme from Thoroughly Modern Millie at 27:01
Absolutely stunning! Bravo!
So very proud of you - Brava! You sound wonderful!
WOW!!!!!!!
Wonderful program!
🎶❣️🎶
You sound so beautiful, Christa!!! Congrats!! 🥳
Brava Christa!
WOW, truly awesome!!
Beautiful!!!
When Amos reports his vision of God judging Israel for its mistreatment of the poor, he becomes a threat to the power of the priests and the king. John the Baptist also speaks truth to power, and Herod has him killed. In Herod’s fear that Jesus is John returned from the dead, we may hear hope for the oppressed: all the prophets killed through the ages are alive in Jesus. We are called to witness to justice in company with them, and to proclaim God’s saving love.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7.11.21-bulletin-Pent-7-Lect-15.pdf
When Amos reports his vision of God judging Israel for its mistreatment of the poor, he becomes a threat to the power of the priests and the king. John the Baptist also speaks truth to power, and Herod has him killed. In Herod’s fear that Jesus is John returned from the dead, we may hear hope for the oppressed: all the prophets killed through the ages are alive in Jesus. We are called to witness to justice in company with them, and to proclaim God’s saving love.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7.11.21-bulletin-Pent-7-Lect-15.pdf
