April 1, 2026-

World Council of Churches offers Easter message

[World Council of Churches] The World Council of Churches has issued an Easter message based on 1 Corinthians 15:17: “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile…”

The message reads in part:

“How can we celebrate Easter in a time in which shouts of joy are so often drowned out by cries of despair? So many victims of war, economic injustice, sexual violence, political oppression, climate disasters and religious persecution are to be mourned. Can we authentically celebrate Easter without addressing these sufferings?

“Christians are people who live from a message that leads into life – a life filled with hope in the Risen Christ who conquered sin, suffering and death.”

Read the entire message here.

March 29th - Palm Sunday 8:30 AM @ Christ UCC

April 2nd - Maundy Thursday 7:00 PM Bilingual Service @ Nativity Cathedral* or

visit the Washington National Cathedral 7:30 PM @ this link.

April 3rd - Good Friday 12:00 Noon @ Christ UCC

April 4th - Saturday Great Vigil of Easter 7 PM @ Nativity Cathedral* or

visit the Washington National Cathedral 7:30 PM @ this link.

April 5th - Easter Sunday 8:30 AM @ Christ UCC or

visit the Washington National Cathedral 9:30 AM @ this link.

* For additional services offered during Holy Week at Nativity Cathedral click this link.

Trinity and beyond

Welcome this Holy Week's presiding priests:

The Rev. Dr. Gerard R. Gaeta will be the presiding preist for our service on Good Friday, April 3 at noon.

The Rev Jane A. Bender returns as presing priest Easter Sunday, April 5. Please join us in welcoming her back at 8:30 AM.

Additional Parking for SUNDAY Services

Having a hard time finding a spot on Sunday mornings? Use the Herron Funeral Home and Crematory lot located at 458 Center Street, Bethlehem (corner of Center & E. Market Streets).

REMINDER

The Parish Office will be closing early on Good Friday, April 3rd at 11:30 AM.

OFFICE CLOSED

Monday, April 6th

and

Tuesday, April 7th

Normal office hours resume Wednesday, April 8th at 8:00 AM.

Easter Blessings Everyone!!

Calling all Garden Enthusiasts

Are you a gardener?

Are you the neighbor who always has extra seedlings/tools/tomatoes to share? Or is your garden two large pots on your deck or balcony?

We are starting a Trinity Garden Group and would like for you to join us! Start by:

Email Sara to let her know the best day of the week and time of day (afternoon, evening) for an initial meeting

Put together your short list of things we might do as a group.

Let’s get our hands in the dirt!

Sara Klingner

Saraklingner@ptd.net

Rector Search Committe

The members have been selected. The Vision and Mission Statements for Trinity have been updated. Now the search is on for our new rector.

Search Committee Members are:

Linda Cortis, Jose Garcia, Cole Hamel, Marcie Lightwood, John Majczan, Ross Mangina, Susan Martin (Chair), Chris Martocchio

Mark Your Calendar: Trinity's Night Out!!!

Thursday, June 18^th, 2026!!!

Join us for a family-friendly, fun night out as we head to Coca-Cola Park, where the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs will take on the Worcester Red Sox. Tickets are $13 with a $2 credit to be used for the store or concessions. Tickets are available through May 18^th. Contact Steve Filko (267) 736-1109 or Lynn Piccolo (610) 462-2133 for more details. Hope to see you all there!

Volunteer Opportunity: English Language Tutoring

The English Language Classes program, an adult ESL program which operates at the Cathedral of the Nativity, is looking for volunteers. The free, non-denominational program has been in operation since 2021 and currently serves over 60 community members. Tutors help students improve their confidence in English speaking and listening, enhance familiarity with customs and procedures, and address needs by referring to appropriate resources. In addition, through participation in the program tutors help create the safe and welcoming community we all want for the Bethlehem area.

Classes run from 7-9PM twice weekly, and tutors should commit to attending four or more sessions per semester. No experience is needed and there is no need to speak a second language. Orientation and training is provided. A Pennsylvania criminal background check is required.

Anyone who is interested may call Ceil Connelly-Weida, one of the team volunteers, at 610-653-3278.

2026 Episcopal Church Calendars/Daily Devotionals

As a reminder, the 2026 church calendar and Forward Day by Day, the daily devotional booklets are available. The ushers can direct you to their location in the back of the church, if you are interested.

Our Capital Campaign Continues

Even though the active phase of our campaign has ended, the window is still open. If you were still considering your response or just hadn’t gotten around to returning your card, please do so. We will continue to gratefully accept your contribution to this campaign.

It's ever too late to experience the joy of generosity!

To contribute to the campaign, click here:

From the Episcopal

Public Policy Network

When words fail, but you need to pray, click the link below to read prayers offered by the Episcopal Public Policy Network.

Many other resources are also available at their website:

Click here for prayers

Click here for EPPN website

Exciting times ahead, as Dioceses Reunite

Subscribe below to keep aware and involved!

Subscribe to Diocesan Newsletter: click here .
Visit the Diocese of Bethlehem website: click here .
For Reunification website, click here.

Pledge online through Realm!

Realm is Trinity's online database that tracks membership and finances. If you have established your profile in Realm, you can make your pledge commitment through Realm.

NOTE: This is only to establish your pledge commitment NOT to make your pledge payments.

For instructions on how to pledge online: click here.

To make a regular pledge commitment: click here.

To make a pledge via IRA RMD/ QCD distributions: click here.

Livestreaming at Trinity

Trinity, Bethlehem is now livestreaming again!

We are back in the world of livestreaming. Please join us online, if you are unable to attend worship in-person. Watch as we stream, or watch later!

Click here to attend 8:30 am service via Vimeo

Click here for Sunday's bulletin

Prayer and Pastoral Care

To add a name to our prayer list, inform us through our email account created especially for this purpose.

Our email is the best way to make sure we pray for you in the Prayers of the People.

Email: prayerlist@trinitybeth.org

To view the coming week's prayer list, click here.

For Pastoral Care Emergencies, when possible, please call the church during office hours:

(610) 867-4741

Office hours are:

Monday - Friday 8AM - 3PM

If you need Immediate Emergency Pastoral care outside of business hours (evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.), you may contact Father Cliff Carr, who will be tending our flock until an Interim Pastor is called to Trinity. Father Cliff's number is 610-691-3488.

Be assured that we want to be present to you at times of pastoral need and will offer assistance and support in any way possible. Please note that the church office observes holidays and may be affected by staff personal or sick days off as well. We will return your call as soon as possible.

Trinity Episcopal Church Website

Sermons may be listened to via audio. The last one recorded was Sunday, December 10. These sermons were recorded live and are available on the website.