Category: Evangelism

Synod Food Drive Underway

Tom

The Allegheny Synod’s 6th annual non-perishable food drive is approaching halftime. The 40,000 Can Challenge launched on Advent Sunday December 1 and wraps up Super Bowl Sunday February 2, inviting all synod churches to gather food items for their local communities. Trinity Altoona is proud to participate in this worthy endeavor. Please bring your donations to church and leave them in the adult Sunday School room upstairs or Trinity Hall downstairs. Most of our donations will go to work right here in our Juniata neighborhood. They’ll be placed in our…

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It’s A Winter Wonderland at Trinity Altoona (updated 12/27)

Tom

Winter and Christmas are nearly a month away but we’re already in the holiday spirit at Trinity Altoona! Thanks to our generous sponsors, we will once again have Christmas Trees displayed in our sanctuary this holiday season. The trees will be purchased from J&B Tree Farms Wednesday November 27 and decorated Friday November 29 at 6PM. Sunday December 1 marks the first Sunday of Advent and we’ll be celebrating with our traditional Cookie and Coffee Hour following the 8:15AM AND 10:45AM services. Please join us for caffeine, sweets and fellowship…

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Fall O’ My Faith @ Trinity Altoona (Updated 11.13)

Tom

Summer’s over, colorful leaves and cooler days are on the way. It’s time to “Fall O’ My Faith” at Trinity Altoona! The next installment of the Sunderman Memorial Concert Series is coming to Trinity Altoona Sunday October 13 at 3PM. Classical guitarist William Feasley will be performing “Echoes of Goya” live in our sanctuary. Funding for the concert is being provided by the Dr. William Sunderman Endowment, so there is no charge for admission. Sunderman is a deceased member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Light refreshments will be served after the…

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Trinity Opens New Caring Cupboard

Tom

Inspired by similar efforts in the Harrisburg area, Trinity Altoona has launched a new free pantry for our Juniata neighborhood. The Caring Cupboard was suggested and built by church council member Adam Counterman. It is affixed to the N. 6th Street side of our church. Please consider donating canned/dry/boxed food, ready-to-prepare cups/pouches and personal care items. No glass items please. Feel free to stop by anytime 24/7 to place something in or take something out of The Caring Cupboard. Thanks for helping make a positive difference in our community!  

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It’s A Musical Weekend at Trinity

Tom

This weekend will be alive with the sound of music at Trinity Altoona! Saturday, The Evangelism Committee invites you to join them for a festive round of Christmas Caroling through our Juniata neighborhood. Caroling starts around 4PM, with refreshments served afterwards in Trinity Hall. All are welcome to participate 🙂 Sunday afternoon brings the next installment of The Sunderman Concert Series to our sanctuary. Claude Fabinyi will be performing a selection of Christmas pipe organ music beginning at 3PM. The concert is free to attend. Trinity’s Fellowship Committee will be…

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Celebrate Christmas at Trinity Altoona

Tom

We are halfway through November and the Christmas season is quickly approaching. It’s going to be a Delightful December at Trinity Altoona: Kick off the season by helping decorate the Christmas trees at Trinity, Friday November 30 at 6PM. Contact Debbie at 944-5706 if you are able to help. Sunday December 2 is your last chance to order Christmas poinsettias for $6.75 each. Order envelopes are available in the back of the church. Share some relaxing fellowship at our Cookies & Coffee Hour, following the 10:45AM service every Sunday during…

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Have Fun This Fall at Trinity Altoona!

Tom

Fall is here and the Trinity calendar is full of fun and worthwhile activities: October is Pastor Appreciation Month and we’re helping Pastor Eli help two of her favorite charities: The Central Pennsylvania Humane Society and Mending Hearts Animal Rescue. We’re looking for cat and dog food, treats, kitty litter, cleaning supplies and more to help fill Pastor’s truck! The Trinity Junior-Senior High Lock-In is coming up Saturday October 20. All junior and senior high students are invited and encouraged to bring a friend. Pizza and drinks will be provided.…

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Spring Fling Coming May 19

Tom

Trinity Altoona’s annual neighborhood festival, Spring Fling 2018, is less than three weeks away. Trinity’s Evangelism Committee is once again asking for your help to make this year’s event a success, rain or shine. Here are a few ways you can make a difference: Provide salads (macaroni, pasta, potato etc) or baked goods (brownies, cookies, fudge etc.) that we can sell at the event Donate cases of bottled water or canned soda Volunteer to help set up and/or tear down tents, tables, chairs etc. Volunteer to help serve food during…

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Headlines from Trinity Altoona

Tom

Here’s what’s happening at Trinity Altoona: Trinity 9:30, our combined Sunday morning worship service for the summer months, will continue through August 20. Our annual church picnic is scheduled for Sunday August 27, with separate Sunday morning services (8:15AM and 10:45AM) returning on September 3. The Social Ministry Committee’s collection drive for the Central Pennsylvania Humane Society has been extended through the end of July. Our local shelter animals are depending on you, so please bring in your donations today! Trinity’s Evangelism Committee invites you to Sundae Sunday, combining ice…

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Pizza Be With You…

Tom

Trinity members, their families and friends are invited to join us for an afternoon of pizza and games at Trinity Hall, Sunday March 19 from 4-6PM. The Evangelism Committee will provide all the basic pizza ingredients and beverages. We’ll be making our own custom pizzas, so you’re welcome to bring any special toppings or snacks, along with any family-friendly games you’d like to play. RSVPs are appreciated via Facebook (facebook.com/TrinityAltoona) or email pizzabewithyou@trinityaltoona.com. There is no cost to attend but donations are appreciated.

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