A Community of Faith in an Urban Area
Member Testimonials History Perspective Service
"Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is a great spiritual home for our family. When we moved to the Twin Cities several years ago, we visited a number of churches before joining this community of faith. We were drawn to Holy Trinity -- the timelessness of the worship service, the warmth of the people, and the central Christian message of peace and social justice. Holy Trinity brings us the words of Jesus in the context of today. It's a joy to be part of this church and its mission."
- Matt Kane, Liz Conway and family
2004 marked Holy Trinity's 100th Anniversary as a congregation.
Read all about it! (click here for anniversary newspaper)
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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church was established in 1904. The congregation grew with the community and today remains committed to the community and the life of the city.
The people of this congregation are very hopeful concerning this portion of the city. There is a recognition, however, that maintaining and enhancing the quality of life within the community requires constant work. Therefore, the congregation and its people are substantially involved in efforts designed to contribute to community health.
As the community becomes more diverse, so also is the congregation becoming more diverse. The conviction of the congregation is that diversity of many kinds provides for greater vitality, strength and understanding.
While people may come from many different areas of life, the center of the congregation's life is worship in the name of Jesus the Christ. Participation in Word and Sacrament enables the transcending of whatever separations that mark our lives. Incorporated into the six liturgies rotated for Sunday worship is music from many different traditions.
You are invited to participate in the life of the Holy Trinity congregation. This is a place where it is possible for people to work through the many and varied issues of faith and life. The faith that sustains the congregation's life is that God is present in the whole creation, most clearly revealed in Jesus the Christ and active through the Holy Spirit. Should you desire pastoral care of any kind, you are welcome to contact the church staff at 612-729-8358.
The world's life is constantly in change. There are, however, periodic defining moments. September 11 was one of those moments. The future seems much more uncertain. Our society is threatened with violence from a largely invisible power. The implications of all this cannot be fully envisioned.
How are we, as Christian people of faith, called to live in these troubling times? The realities of 'this new day' must certainly be reflected in the manner in which we articulate our faith. The presence of serious threats to the well-being of this society and world call for a sharpening of our understanding of hope, discipleship, stewardship and world citizenship.
Because the world is ever-changing, religious inquiry must be never-ending. Living into the covenant of our baptism is a life-long endeavor.
Public policy that can contribute to justice and peace deserve support. Policies that foster injustice, war, and the irresponsible use of resources, should be challenged. Knowing the difference is not always easy. The church has the responsibility of conducting the kind of dialogue that will help us know the truth and develop appropriate actions.
CENTRAL AMERICA APPEAL
This appeal funds two groups. Project Minnesota Leon supports schools, childcare centers, clinics, water development and domestic arts programs in Nicaragua. Many people of Holy Trinity have visited these projects in Nicaragua.
The Interchange Institute of El Salvador is directed by the Isaacsons of this congregation. Included in the work is assistance for organic agriculture and for education programs designed to enable people to participate effectively in economic life.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
 | Church School (beginning age 3) |
| Welcome to Holy Communion at early age (usually 5 or 6) |
| Participate in worship services |
| Children's Choir |
| Make bread for Holy Communion |
| Confirmation Program |
| Participate in dramas |
| Retreats and Excursions for youth |
| Camping and Hiking Adventures |
| Service Projects |
| Summer Program for Children |
| Drama Workshop for Children |
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
| Sunday Adult Forum |
| Dialogue Breakfast |
| Symbols of the Faith |
| Core Bible Study |
| Special Focus Study |
| Symposiums |
| Lenten/Advent Series |
| Home study resources are provided six to nine times per year. Materials are sent directly to homes. |
Clare Housing provides long-term living assistance to persons living with HIV and AIDS. Each facility is small, with only four residents. Holy Trinity has made a commitment to provide meals three times per month.
COAM - Cooperative Older Adults Ministry
An interfaith organization that provides excellent access to community resources for senior citizens.
3751 17th Ave S 55407, 612-721-1669 and 612-721-5786.
CONGREGATIONS CARING FOR CREATION
Promoting the active care of creation as integral to spiritual life and social justice in Minnesota communities of faith.
Participation in the Minneapolis Area Synod and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
BENEVOLENCE CONTRIBUTIONS:
Holy Trinity is one of the strongest contributors to 'benevolence' in the Minneapolis Synod.
EMERGENCY FOOD PROGRAM
FINE ARTS - MUSIC
Recitals and concerts reflect diversity of instruments, cultures, and expressions.
Theatre Projects - An adult-youth theatre group presents dramas that lend themselves to theological, moral and social reflection.
Holy Trinity is a Reconciling in Christ congregation.
GLOBAL MISSION
Development projects - Africa and Latin America.
Global and mission education study.
THE GREATER MINNEAPOLIS COUNCIL OF CHURCHES
HANDYWORKS PROGRAM
This program is designed to help senior citizens and disabled adults remain independent in their own home. The Handyworks program offers housekeeping, light maintenance, snow removal and lawn care services at reasonable cost. Call 612-721-8687 (ext. 329). There is also need for workers.
Partnership with a new mission congregation of the north side of Minneapolis.
A few years ago Holy Trinity contributed $10,000 to help start a new congregation in an essentially African American community. The congregation is now officially organized.
KOREAN DOMESTIC ABUSE PROJECT
LONGFELLOW HANDYWORKS
This program, located in our facility, provides assistance to area persons in order to help maintain their independence.
LOAVES AND FISHES
This is a long-standing program that serves meals to people of the community who need assistance. We normally serve about 300 people.
Holy Trinity is a Reconciling in Christ congregation.
Holy Trinity is a strong participant in the work of LWR. Through LWR we can make a contribution to the process of healing and the fostering of justice.
Metro Lutheran is a monthly tabloid newspaper published for all Lutherans in Minneapolis, St. Paul, their suburbs, and the 20 counties surrounding the Twin Cities of Minnesota.
METRO WORK CENTER
This project for 45 mentally challenged adults occupies the third floor of our building.
The Metropolitan Interfaith Council of Affordable Housing is dedicated to the vision that everyone in the Twin Cities metropolitan community has a decent, safe, and affordable place to live.
The New Earth Partnership consists of representatives from several congregations and environmental organizations as well as concerned individuals. We are gathering people and congregations from all faith traditions desiring to reconnect with the natural world, to care for creation, and to develop faith-based responses to the critical challenge for humans to live sustainably.
RESOURCE CENTER OF THE AMERICAS
"The Resource Center of the Americas promotes justice, democracy, and human rights in the Americas. We address the root causes of conflict and believe it is the responsibility of U.S. citizens to be informed and engaged in decisions concerning our country’s relationship with other nations and peoples. We find hope in the everyday actions of concerned people to build a just and compassionate world."
SPONSORSHIP OF REFUGEES AND HOMELESS PERSONS
The Social Issues Committee has been in conversation with Lutheran Social Services relative to the sponsorship of refugees. Over a period of 30 years this congregation sponsored about 250 refugees, most from Southeast Asia. Most refugees today are from Africa and the Balkan nations.
Over the years a close connection has been established between the North West Diocese of the Lutheran Church in Tanzania and Holy Trinity. Holy Trinity has directly funded projects to help this diocese. Special education and exchange programs have taken place.
TRINITY APARTMENTS - TRINITY ON LAKE
144 units of affordable housing. Provide social services.
TUTORING PROGRAM
Project of Longfellow United for Youth and Families and located at Holy Trinity.
Our participation in this project of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has spanned three decades. The appeal supports projects around the world, including projects in the USA. The emphasis is on rebuilding communities and helping people gain some control over their lives. Schools, clinics and hospitals are built. Agriculture, cooperatives, and community organizations are encouraged. Reforestation and other environmental projects are funded. Lutheran World Relief and Lutheran World Federation are the primary vehicles for funding international projects. Congregations and agencies of the ELCA are the structures used for domestic development work.
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