Author: Tom

Christmas Concert Kicks off December at Trinity

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The Johnstown Brassworks will present a free holiday music concert at Trinity Altoona, Sunday December 3 at 3PM. The quintet is comprised of Joshua Brumbaugh (Tuba), Jerrod Cannistraci (French Horn), Jason June (Tuba), Eric Pfeil (Trumpet) and Rebekah Stombaugh (Trumpet). Their repertoire includes traditional hymns, classical music, jazz and contemporary songs. 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 concert.

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Share The Joy of a Toy This Christmas

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Christmas is coming and Trinity Altoona is once again happy to be a part of the Toys for Tots campaign. Our mission is to help every child receive “The Joy of a Toy!” The Toys for Tots collection will continue through Sunday December 3. Please bring new, unwrapped toys for children 0-13 and place them in the boxes inside our Sixth Street entrance. Learn more about Toys for Tots by visiting their official website at ToysforTots.org

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Fall Banquet On This Sunday’s Menu

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Trinity Altoona’s annual Fall Banquet is coming up this Sunday November 12, featuring a menu of roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, haluska, corn, rolls and assorted desserts. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. Children under age 5 eat for free. For tickets, see your fellowship committee member: Sharon Kutz (6:45 service), Harry Yeager (8:15) or Donna Williams (10:45). Tickets will also be available at the door. Trinity’s Fall Banquet is a wonderful opportunity to get together with your Trinity family to share faith,…

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Christmas Bazaar Coming Tomorrow

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Ready to start your Christmas shopping? The Trinity Stitchers sewing group is holding their annual Christmas Bazaar tomorrow, Saturday November 4, from 9AM to 3PM in Trinity Hall. Choose from a variety of unique handmade gifts, including change purses, soup bowl cozies and table runners. They’ll also be serving lunch and a selection of baked goods for dessert.

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Trinity Fall Frenzy One Week Away

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Trinity Altoona’s Fall Frenzy Day at JB Tree Farm is coming up next Sunday, October 22. The event is scheduled from 1-5PM, but Trinity members and guests are requested to show up between 12:30 and 1PM to take advantage of our special group discount. Our total group admission must be paid for in one transaction, so please arrive early or contact Linda Lloyd to arrange payment before next Sunday. Each church group rate wristband purchase includes access to the Corn Maze, Hayride and Play Area. Prices are $5.60 (Ages 4-9),…

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An October to Remember at Trinity Altoona

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Here’s what’s happening this month @ Trinity: Meow! Woof! Pastor Eli will hold the annual Blessing of the Animals this Sunday October 8 at 1PM in the back barking…err…parking lot. Bring your cats, dogs and other beloved pets to Trinity as we remember St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. If it rains, the ceremony will be held indoors in the large Sunday School room. The Allegheny Synod will be holding a special festival at Legion Park in Hollidaysburg on Saturday, October 14, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the…

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Trinity Sunday Services Return

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Trinity Altoona’s early and late Sunday morning worship services return this weekend. Beginning tomorrow (September 3), the 8:15 AM and 10:45 AM services are back on their regular schedule. Trinity has been holding a special combined 9:30AM service the past several months of summer. Please join us for worship this weekend: 6:30PM Saturday, 8:15AM Sunday or 10:45AM Sunday. See you in church!

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Sunny Forecast for Church Picnic

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The current weather forecast calls for a mostly sunny and beautiful day this Sunday, August 27. A perfect day for Trinity Altoona’s annual Church Picnic at Legion Park Pavilion #1 in Hollidaysburg! Plan to join us for worship service at 11AM (this will be the only worship service this weekend), followed by our picnic and games for all ages. The Fellowship Committee will serve up pulled pork sandwiches, sloppy joes, hot dogs and beverages. All attendees are encouraged to bring a hot or cold covered dish. See you Sunday morning…

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Vacation Bible School Returns Sunday

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Trinity Altoona’s Vacation Bible School, for children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, will be running nightly from 6-8PM Sunday August 6 through Thursday August 10. This year the children will be exploring Bible passages and looking at what the church is like in our companion synod in Kenya. As usual, there will be Bible stories, snacks, games, crafts, puppets, music and lots of fun with friends old and new. We’re currently looking for donations that will be used for nightly refreshments. The list includes animal crackers, bottled water, fresh fruit…

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Headlines from Trinity Altoona

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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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