Trinity Happenings

Quiet Communion at Trinity Lutheran Church, 175 S. Third St., Lehighton, is Friday at 11 a.m.

First Saturday worship with Holy Communion begins at 4 p.m.

Sunday worship with Holy Communion begins at 9:30 a.m. Communion is served by continuous line with wafer placed in your open hand, and wine or grape juice in a small cup. Gluten free wafers are available to those with allergy issues. Distribution of palm fronds occurs during this time.

Masks are no longer required, however, if you are not fully vaccinated, you are encouraged to wear a mask covering the nose and mouth for your own protection and safety. In addition, wear a mask if you feel uneasy about being in a group setting. The Rev. Nancy L. Moore presides.

Livestream audio is available at the church website (tlclehighton.com). Video with audio rebroadcasts available on the Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TrinityLehighton) later on Sunday mornings. Church phone: 610-377-4303.

Sunday Church School classes for students ages 3 through grade 6 begin at 10:45 a.m. Confirmation class for 7th and 8th grade students is at the same time. The last session before summer break is May 21. The Rite of Confirmation is May 28.

For those desiring to schedule a baptism or desiring to seek membership at Trinity, please preregister by calling the church office. Pastor Moore will meet with parents for baptismal instructions on the third Sunday at 1 p.m. New member class guidelines are by appointment.

The Food Pantry continues to be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays (and third Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.) with an outdoor drive-up setting. Residents in need who reside in the Lehighton Area School District are eligible to receive prepackaged supplemental food items. Participants must remain in their vehicle at time of pick up. Pantry volunteers will assist pedestrians/those not in vehicles.

The Trinity Thrift Store hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. Donation drop-offs are accepted during store hours on Wednesdays, limited to five bags or boxes. Sales receipts support the food pantry. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinitythriftstore.

Registrations are being accepted for the 2023-24 term at Jack & Jill Preschool. Phone the preschool at 610-377-6562 for information.

Trinity’s 150th Anniversary events are winding down in May and June. Joint proclamations from local, county & state officials for Zion UCC & Trinity’s 150th anniversaries at 6 p.m. May 20 at the corner of Second and Iron streets, followed by a neighborhood “Faith Walk.”

The route for the Faith Walk: proceed uphill (west) on Iron Street to 4th Street, right on 4th St., right on Cedar St., right on South 3rd St., left on Iron St. Enter Luther Hall for Family movie “Jonah” May 20 at 7 p.m. These events are free and all are welcome.

Anniversary festival worship at 3 p.m. June 4, followed by a catered meal. RSVP for the meal by contacting the church office by May 21. The next planning meeting is at 12:15 p.m. May 21.

St. John’s Evangelical

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Mahoning, 826 Mahoning Drive West, Lehighton, will hold a worship service with Holy Communion at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday.

Upcoming events

• Council Meeting: May 8, 6:30 p.m.

• Fundraising Committee: May 10, 6:30 p.m.

• Grief Support: May 15, 6 p.m.

• Spring Cleaning at St. John’s: May 13, 9 a.m. Lunch provided.

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