Message, News and Events

Sunday, June 7: 2nd Sunday After Pentecost—Worship With the Sacrament of Holy Communion

For anyone unable to attend in person, the worship service, led by Kathy Long, Licensed Lay Minister, is streamed live at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday on Trinity's Facebook page and website. The Sunday bulletin can be downloaded here and the children's bulletin is available here.


Peace and Prosperity

When our minds are focused on the love of God, we experience indescribable tranquility and peace of mind. When you trust God during every day, and through every problem, you will be able to enjoy His peace.


Activities

Women of the ELCA
June 9: Prayer Vigil for Peace in the Middle East

Recognition of Graduates: June 14
During worship on Sunday, June 14, Trinity will be recognizing members who have graduated from high school or any institution of higher learning. Each confirmed high school graduate will be presented with a special homemade gift.

USA 250 Mural Project: June 28
Following the worship service on Sunday, June 28, members are invited to participate in Lehighton Borough's USA 250 mural project, in conjunction with America's semiquincentennial celebration. Each kit comes with everything you need to paint a tile that will become part of the mural that the borough will display.

Pantry Item for June
The pantry item for May is CANNED VEGETABLES. Please place your donation in the basket by the church entrance or bring it to the church office. A total of 42 cans of soup were donated to the pantry in April. Your support for those among us with food insecurity is greatly appreciated!

SAVE THE DATE: Vacation Bible School: July 27-31
Children age 3 through grade 6 are invited to attend this year's Vacation Bible School: "Road Trip: On the Go With God" July 27-31 from 6-8 p.m. Registration forms are available in the church office, in the narthex, on the bulletin board by the church library, or online. Volunteers are needed! Please sign up in the narthex or call the church office (610-377-4303).

SAVE THE DATE: Faith Night at the Iron Pigs
The Iron Pigs' annual Faith Night will be held on Friday, August 28, when they will be hosting the Syracuse Mets. Game time is at 6:45 p.m., with main gates opening at 5:30 p.m. The cost is only $13 per person, which includes $2 in ballpark credit. The seats are located in section 104 near the main gates. FIREWORKS will be held following the game! If you would like to purchase tickets, call the church office (610-377-4303) or sign up in the narthex.


Council Highlights—May 2026

  • Received Lehighton Mayor Ryan Saunders who presented a plan and request for Trinity to help produce a mural commemorating our nation’s 250th birthday that will be displayed somewhere in the borough.
  • Approved a chain and posts for the parking lot entrance from Third Street.
  • Approved an upgrade of our security system. Control Security will install 15 cameras, several buzzer/lock devices, and train the staff on its use.
  • Approved the repair of a portion of the sidewalk leading from the parking lot toward Jack and Jill Preschool, as well as a portion of the sidewalk along Third Street, with work to be done by Hillside in Palmerton.
  • Accepted Lucas Long as a new member.
  • Noted that Council will meet with the confirmation class in Luther Hall on May 17 following the worship service.

Service Times
  • First Saturday Quiet Communion at
    4:00 p.m.
  • Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.
  • Sunday School at 10:45 a.m.
Church News

Congratulations to Our Confirmands!

The following young people were confirmed on Sunday, May 31:
Jenna Tiffany Christman
Aubrey Ann Costenbader
Gracie Lynn Costenbader
Lily Rose Costenbader
Mallory Rose Snyder
Ashlyn Mae Sutphin
Paige Victoria Yaroszeufski


Youth Group News

Trinity's Youth Group for grades 7 through 12 meets the last Sunday of the month at 10:45 in the Youth Room. Come enjoy some learning, fun, and activities with Alex! As always, feel free to bring a friend. Adult chaperones are always needed, so if you would like to help, please contact the church office or speak with Alex.
NOTE: The Youth Group does not meet during the summer months.


Jack & Jill Preschool

Registrations
Registrations are still open for the 2026/2027 school term. You do not have to be a member of Trinity or live in the Lehighton Area School District to have your child attend the preschool. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to schedule an appointment to tour the preschool. Scholarships are available to help families defray some or all of the cost. If you would like to learn more about Trinity's preschool program, please call Jane Howells, preschool director, at 610-377-6562, email her at jackandjillpreschool@yahoo.com, or visit their website.

Ink Cartridge Recycling
Please drop your used ink cartridges in the containers in the church office or narthex. You can also drop them in the blue tote on the side porch at the preschool. Recycling ink cartridges results in needed funding for the preschool ... and it's good for the environment!

Amazon Wish List
The preschool has created a wish list on Amazon, with many great items that they could use for the classroom. Click here to make a purchase. If you prefer to buy locally, your donations can be placed in the basket in the church narthex, in the blue bin on the side porch at the preschool, or they can be left with Bev in the church office.

Monetary & Gift Card Donations
Monetary donations are always appreciated by the preschool. Please make your check payable to "Jack and Jill Preschool" and note that it's a "General Donation" in the memo line of your check. Gift cards from Walmart, Amazon, and Giant are also accepted.


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