CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

A strong program of Christian Education is the best foundation which can be provided for a growing church.  The Sunday School which forms the core of Trinity’s Christian education has two adult classes and two classes for children from nursery through high school age. 

 Each year there are special celebrations for fall Rally Day and Promotion Day.     Although church school classes do not meet during the summer months, Vacation Bible School is held for five days in July for the community.    

Bible/Book studies is held at different times through the year.  

TRINITY BREAD

The tradition of sharing a loaf of Trinity Bread began in the fall of 1978.  The idea was introduced to Women’s Guild by sharing a loaf of bread.  The idea came from St. Peter’s UCC, Houston, Texas.  A program was delivered to the Guild on the significance of bread and the Bread of Life to Christians.  Volunteers were to make loaves to have on hand for special occasions in the church, such as weddings, baptisms,deaths or illness, and to visitors.  

Today the tradition of making and giving Trinity Bread is strong.  Loaves are presented to all visitors and shared on special occasions.  The essential ingredients of time, caring and personal interaction continue to form a recipe for fellowship.

MUSIC MINISTRY

When music became an integral part of the worship services at Trinity Church, the leadership came from within the congregation with choir directors.  Children’s choirs were also an integral part of worship services.

A growing number of musicians, instrumetalists, the memorial gift fo Suzuki choir chimes, the installation of a digital organ in 1993, the memorial gift of a Baldwin Hamilton piano, and the addition of choir workshops, Trinity Concert Series,  have made this one of Trinity’s vital ministries.

Lancaster Seminary, Bethany Children’s Home, United Church of Christ Homes, Phoebe Devitt , Hoffman Homes, One Great Hour of Sharing,Neighbors in Need,  Christmas Fund,  Strengthen the Church, LOVE, Inc., Milagro House,   Community Meals, Food Hub, Hempfield Power Packs, National or Global Mission projects, and more.

PRESCHOOL

Our preschool was begun in 1968 as one of Trinity’s outreach programs.  It was one of three preschools in the area and was supported through the donations of church members.  The first teachers were paid $5.00 per week.

Presently, we offer a 4-day, 3-day, 2-day, Tiny Tots and Enrichment classes.  Tuition and a fund raiser are the major source of income.  Trinity contributes the use of the building, utilities, office supplies, postage and the services of the sexton, secretary and pastor.

Enrollment has been as low as 15 students in 1968 and as large as more than 90 students in 1990.  During the 50 year history approximately 1,200 students have attended our schools.