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
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
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
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
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
Diane Derr is new to Trinity Lutheran Church of Reading City as the Church Administrator. She was born and grew up in Lewisburg Pennsylvania (go Green Dragons!!) and still has two sisters with their families residing there. Her only brother lives in Littleton, Colorado (yes, Columbine). She … Read More
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
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
Karen Nein spent the last 13 years at Berks Women in Crisis as Administrative Assistant in the Education and Community Outreach Department, doubling as their Volunteer Coordinator. She hails from Shillington though she spent 10 years in California after serving four years in the Air Force Security … Read More
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
I was born and raised near Sao Paulo, Brazil. My family lives in Brazil. I have a beautiful niece and nephew. I came to Common Ground to work and be mentored by Pastor Tom Scornavacchi. I am excited to be part of Common Ground and learn about recovery ministry. As I see recovery ministry as a vital … Read More
Jesus' Easter resurrection brings us to new life in Christ, despite our imperfect world.
Spring Noonday Recitals: Join us these Wednesdays for talented musicians from our area. Stay afterward for refreshments and conversation with the musicians. Free-will offering; free parking in our 5th Street lot.
May 1: A.J Merlino, percussion
May 8: Stephen Williams, organ
May 15: Christa Beveridge, soprano and Jeffrey Lentz, piano
May 22: Wyomissing Area High School Camerata
Trip to Reading Fightin Phils Game June 13: Spend an evening at the ballpark enjoying a Fightin Phils game on Thursday, June 13th and then stay for the fireworks after the game. Game time is 7:10 PM. We will be sitting in the green reserved seats in the main grandstand. Cost is $7 per person. Children ages four and under do not need a ticket purchased for them if they plan on sitting on a lap for the length of the game. If a seat is required, then a ticket would need to be purchased for them. Watch for a sign-up sheet at the welcome center in the narthex. Please sign-up by Sunday, April 28th. Please send your money into the church office with your name and number of tickets purchased by Friday, May 3rd as we need to give the Fightin Phils a final count and payment. If you have questions, please contact Andrew Smith.
Today we focus on the seven last words of Jesus, spoken from the cross, with seven preachers interpreting Christ’s words, and choral meditations supporting our hymns, prayers and reflections. If you can not join us please look for each mediation to be posted throughout the afternoon.
