Trinity Tidings | March 20th Edition
Sunday Worship
Last Sunday. . .
Pr. Hans will preached about how God keeps choosing leaders the world never saw coming — and what that means for the anointing you've been carrying since your baptism.
Trinity Choir sang “O Ye that Love the Lord” by British composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Coleridge-Taylor was a popular composer in his day and is currently receiving a much-deserved renaissance. He was of mixed-race descent, his mother being English, and his father Creole from Sierra Leone. He was supported by fellow British composer Edward Elgar and was received in the U.S. by President Theodore Roosevelt during his three U.S. tours. This anthem has a very typical character of Anglican choral music of the Victorian era.
This Sunday. . .
Why does Jesus wait — knowing full well what is happening to his friends? This Sunday, Pr. Hans explores the story of Lazarus and what it means that Easter is already hiding inside our grief.
Trinity Choir will sing a setting of Psalm 23 by Howard Goodall. Fans of the famous sitcom “The Vicar of Dibley” will recognize the melody from the show’s opening theme. Goodall effectively weaves the melody between organ, soloist, vocal sections, and full choir, emulating our journey as we’re shepherded through the Lenten season, and through life.
Trinity Together Sunday Forum - Sacrificial Giving & Works of Love
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
What is sacrificial giving and why does it matter? What do works of love look like in today’s world? Come share your experiences and ideas that may inspire others to do likewise.
Special Congregational Meeting
Thursday, April 2nd
The Church Vestry has called a Special Congregational Meeting for Maundy Thursday, April 2, beginning with a fellowship dinner at 5:30 PM in the All Saints Room, at which the Vestry and project team will present their findings on the Sanctuary Restoration Project and welcome your questions before the formal meeting convenes at 6:30 PM.
This Sunday, March 22, members will receive an executive summary letter from Pastor Hans at worship; members who are unable to attend may request a copy from Rachel Gambone in the church office beginning Monday, March 23, and copies will be mailed to members without email. A complete information packet including final contractor figures and contracts for consideration will follow on Sunday, March 29.
2026 Lenten Offerings support
LightHouse Women’s and Children's Center
Through our special Lenten offerings, Trinity continues to support the ministry of the LightHouse Women’s and Children’s Center as we fulfill our pledge to sponsor a room. LightHouse Center provides a safe home and holistic support for women and their kids as they work towards healthy, independent living.
This year we are close to completing our goal, and we encourage you to help us get there by using our new secure mobile giving option. Donations are also securely handled on our website.
Soup's On!
Beginning this Sunday and continuing through Sunday, March 22 , Trinity youth will be accepting pre-orders for our Lenten Soup Sale to help raise funds for our Mission Trip to Baltimore this June. You can choose to order a quart of Chicken Corn Chowder (Gluten Free) and/or Tortellini Soup (Vegetarian) which will be available for pick up after worship on Sunday, March 29, just in time for Holy Week!
We are accepting free-will offerings for the soup (with a minimum suggestion of $10 per quart.) See one of our excellent youth in the Narthex after worship this Sunday.
Worship and Music Survey
As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 program year and beyond, we are providing a brief survey for Trinity attendees to fill out. Your timely submission of this survey by Sunday, March 29 will allow us to make better programming decisions to improve attendance and offer events that meet the scheduling needs of our congregants' busy lives.
Kathleen Bahena, viola
Wednesday, March 25 at 12:05 PM
You’ve seen her leading the Berks Sinfonietta or performing with the Reading Symphony, but you won’t want to miss Kathleen Stevens Bahena in this intimate solo spotlight.
Kathleen is currently completing her graduate residency at Temple University under the mentorship of the Philadelphia Orchestra’s Kerri Ryan. Before she graduates this spring, she is bringing a stunning program to the stage that balances power and beauty—from the fiery Legenda by Wieniawski to the haunting, modern echoes of Pulitzer Prize-winner Caroline Shaw.
Come support a local educator and performer who gives so much to our community through the Orchestra Zone and Temple Music Prep.
