Historic Trinity Lutheran Church - Reading, PA
Sharing God's love with all people
Deaconess Deborah Matern Graf has served with the people of Trinity since June, 1999. Called to the ministry areas of Learning Ministries, Youth, Mission and Service, Worship leadership, and ‘other duties as assigned,’ Deborah truly finds deep joy in the day-to-day life of congregational ministry. … 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
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
Jesus says, “It is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” It is God’s promise from the beginning—to Abraham, to the early church, and to the “little flock” of which we are a part in today’s assembly. Faith, God’s baptismal gift, trusts the promises of God. Have no fear.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/8.7.22-Lect-19-Pent-9.pdf
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Today’s texts offer instruction and encouragement for all who are occasionally overwhelmed by the “unhappy business” of life. Jesus urges us to take care and be on guard against all kinds of greed. We who have died with Christ in holy baptism have also been raised with him and are encouraged to elevate our thinking, seeking the “things that are above.” To that end we seek the sustenance of the Lord’s supper and the encouragement of God’s word.
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/7.31.22-Lect-18-Pent-8.pdf
Husband and wife duo Anna and Erik Meyer presented this marvelous recital featuring many new compositions for flute and organ. Enjoy the reprise of their program, recorded in 2021.
Last morning & worship in the Chapel of the Resurrection. It’s be an incredible month. I can’t wait to share my stories with you.
Persistence in prayer is encouraged by Jesus and wins the attention of God when Abraham intercedes for Sodom. The life of the baptized—to be rooted and built up in Christ Jesus—is to be nurtured with prayer. God hears and answers prayer and so strengthens God’s own. “When I called, you answered me; you increased my strength within me.”
Follow along with our worship bulletin: trinityreading.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/7.24.22-Lect-17-Pent-7.pdf
Hard to believe that this is my last full day at LSM. Orchestra concert and Evening Prayer tonight. Festival worship tomorrow at 9 am central time. I’m honored to be playing as part of the service.
I posted a video of last night's amazing hymn festival. I was honored to read a scripture passage and a reflection by Susan Palo Cherwien. You can hear those around minute 57. This morning I led the LSM and ALCM communities in a hymn during Morning Prayer. My time here has be exhilarating and exhausting. I am so grateful to my Trinity family for the opportunity to be here and for your prayers during my time away. With love & gratitude, Karen
Thank you for posting your journey, Karen. I enjoyed following it!
I was able to watch it all. Lovely worship
Great reading and service
How many hours I spent in that chapel... So wonderful to be able to worship with you! (and did you make sure everyone knows it's pronounced "Redding" NOT "Reeding" Railroad on the Monopoly board?)
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