Holy Trinity will hold its Annual Meeting on Sunday, November 9th at noon. Parishioners in good standing who have fulfilled their Lenten obligations of Confession and Communion may and should attend. Click here to view the 2025 Annual Report.
Penn State OCF Missionary Funding Update
Dear Clergy and Parishioners of the Archdiocese,
Glory to Jesus Christ!
Our efforts to bring a full-time, fully-funded Campus Missionary to Penn State are picking up steam, and we are very pleased to announce that to-date we have already received over $17,000 in donations and $56,000 in annual pledges towards our ultimate goal of $130,000 per year. As you can see from our pledge numbers, we’re almost halfway there. And with every passing week, the goal is looking more and more within reach for us! Glory to God!
We are also very pleased at this time to announce that a generous donor has stepped forward and promised to match all donations received by the end of the month of October, up to $25,000.
So we ask you, brothers and sisters, first of all to pray for the success of this effort, which promises to have an enormous impact on the lives of Orthodox college students and inquirers at Penn State, and also to consider giving or making an annual pledge.
There is a flyer attached below for parish distribution.
A short video appeal from the exploratory committee is available here.
To participate personally in the matching program, please click here.
And for those who would like to make an annual pledge, please use this link and select “Penn State University” in the field for gift designation.
Thank you, and may God bless this work and make it bear lasting fruit both here in Central Pennsylvania, and throughout our God-beloved archdiocese.
We are!
With Love in Christ,
Rev. Ignatius Hunter
Garments of Salvation – Adult Education
Discover the Meaning Behind Clerical and Monastic Clothing
On Wednesday, September 24, at 7:00 p.m., Matushka Seraphima will offer an engaging presentation on the garments worn by clergy and monastics, both in and outside of worship. She will explain the meaning, purpose, and symbolism of these vestments and share how they reveal the identity and calling of those who wear them.
All are warmly invited to attend—whether you are a longtime parishioner, an inquirer, or simply curious about the life and traditions of the Church. Participants in our Orthodoxy 101 series are especially encouraged to join us, as this talk beautifully complements what we’re learning together about Orthodox faith and practice.
Come and enjoy an evening of insight and fellowship as we learn more about this rich and meaningful aspect of Orthodox life.
Orthodoxy 101 Returns This Week
Orthodoxy 101 is back for another year, offering a clear and welcoming introduction to the life and teachings of the Orthodox Church. Beginning Wednesday, September 17, at 7:00 p.m., these weekly sessions are free and open to all. Inquirers, catechumens, and anyone curious about the foundational principles of Orthodox Christianity are invited to join—bring your questions, no matter how big or small!
Those attending Orthodoxy 101 are also encouraged to take part in our two other adult education opportunities this season, “The Garments of Salvation” (Sept 24th) and “The Didache (October 15th). Details and class dates are available here—be sure to check for the full schedule.
Whether you’re exploring the Church for the first time or looking for a simple way to introduce friends and neighbors to Orthodoxy, these gatherings provide an excellent bridge into the richness of the faith.
Parking Reminder During the Semester
Penn State classes started today, and that means parking has become tight again at the church. We are currently leasing our numbered spots 10-18 (street side of the parking lot) to students, and if you park there from Monday-Saturday, you risk getting towed! On Sundays from 9am-1pm, all student cars will be gone and all of our parking spots (1-18, as well as the gravel side of the lot) are open to parishioners. Please, let’s be respectful of the students who have rented spots as they are respectful of us and move them on Sundays!
Bookstore News – Reopening This Saturday
The bookstore will reopen this coming Saturday, August 16th. Our regular hours will be Saturday before Vespers (5-5:45pm) and after Liturgy on Sunday mornings. Please use the back door since the front door is still under construction. If you need to buy something outside of our regular hours please email bookstore@holytrinity-oca.org
Adult Education – Despondency and The Spiritual Life
🕯 Happening Tomorrow!
Join us Wednesday, July 2 at 7:00pm for our next adult education presentation:
Despondency and the Spiritual Life with Dn. Evan Ashmore.
Drawing from the Church’s wisdom and spiritual tradition, Dn. Evan will delve into the affliction of despondency—described by the saints as a deep spiritual heaviness that can sap our strength for prayer, hope, and perseverance.
Come early for the Akathist to St. John of San Francisco (6:00PM), then stay for this timely and thoughtful talk.
📍 Holy Trinity Orthodox Church 119 S. Spark Street
🕖 Talk begins at 7:00pm
All are welcome!
You’re Invited – Altar Feast of Holy Apostles
You are invited to join our brethren in Mechanicsburg (7111 Wertzville Rd.) on June 30th for their altar feast, the Feast of the Holy Apostles. Divine Liturgy will begin at 9:30am with a festive breakfast following.
You’re Invited – Fourth Annual Orthodox Family Picnic at Curwensville Lake
Orthodox Christians from our sister parishes in Irvona and Madera (Ss. Mary and Michael), along with their pastor Fr. Alexander Cadman, are hosting a family picnic at Curwensville Lake—and you’re invited! Join us on Sunday, June 29 from 1–6pm at Pavilion #2 for an afternoon of delicious food, fun games, and fellowship with fellow parishioners and area Orthodox Christians. Fr. Mark Meholick of St. Nicholas Church in DuBois will once again provide musical entertainment! Parking is free; just mention you’re attending the church gathering at Pavilion #2. Meats, condiments, bottled water, and sodas will be provided by Ss. Mary and Michael’s, and guests are welcome to bring a covered side dish, dessert, or beverages to share. RSVPs (helpful but not required) can be made by calling or texting 814-862-8694. All are welcome!
Bookstore Announcement! Trinity House Renovations to Begin!
📢 Bookstore Announcement 📢
Trinity House Renovation to Begin!
We’re thrilled to share that, by God’s grace we have finally come to the end of the zoning process, and are now permitted to begin re-facing the front of Trinity House and finally removing the blighted look of that horrible grey tarp that has been with us since September of last year!
🚧 Please Note:
The bookstore will be completely closed starting May 19th and will remain closed throughout the duration of the construction.
📚 The library will remain open and available for all your summer reading needs.
🛠️ We would love to see the foyer project completed as quickly as possible, of course. If you’re interested in lending a hand with the renovation and have availability in May or June, please reach out to info@holytrinity-oca.org
Thank you for your patience!
