Author Archive: Leesa Bell

Technology Rep needed

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We are seeking a Technology Representative to join our Property Committee. This volunteer’s responsibilities will include:

  • Implementing basic security measures to safeguard sensitive information on staff computers / laptops.
  • Formulating a replacement strategy for outdated equipment, ensuring the security and transferability of crucial documentation and systems.
  • Submitting a yearly budget to the finance committee by September 1stof each year, covering maintenance and upgrades required for the upcoming year.
  • Developing an overall technology strategy for HTLC desktop/laptop computers and peripherals.

If you are interested in this opportunity, or would like to learn more, please contact Leesa Unger Bell in person or via email at LeesaUngerBell@gmail.com.

Adult Sunday School

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Join us in the living room alcove of Holy Grounds (glass doors foyer) for…

Songs of the Faithful: Studies in Psalms

SUNDAYS at 8:45 AM

9.28 + Psalm 51

10.5 + Psalm 113

10.12 + Psalm 146

10.19 + Psalm 37:1-9

You are welcome to join us every week or pop in on the weeks that work for you.

Different ways to support HTLC

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Ways to Support Holy Trinity You May Not Have Considered

As we look toward the year ahead, here are a few ways you can support Holy Trinity while easing (or at least not adding to) your tax burden.

Here are a few things that you can consider (please consult your own tax or financial adviser before making any decisions).

→ Donating Appreciated Securities

Did you know that you can donate stocks, mutual funds, or other securities to a qualified charity, such as Holy Trinity, without having to sell them? Holy Trinity has set up an investment account at our bank, Truist, to which you can transfer the securities directly.

This prevents your having to sell the securities and pay capital gains taxes on the amount the securities have appreciated over the years. Holy Trinity will hold the investment(s) and, hopefully, let them appreciate further until we need the money to pay expenses. If you are interested in this, please contact me for the account information and specific instructions.

→ Donate from Your IRA Required Minimum Distribution If you’re 70½ or older, you can direct

all or part of your annual IRA Required Minimum Distribution (up to $105,000) to Holy Trinity.

This Qualified Charitable Distribution counts toward your RMD but isn’t taxable income. You do not need to itemize your deductions to take advantage of this. You simply report the total amount of IRA distributions on the IRA distributions line on your tax return and report the taxable amount of the gift to charity as $0. See IRS Publication 590-B, “Distributions from Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs)” for additional information. Ask your IRA custodian to send the check directly to:

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 605 W. Market St., Leesburg VA 20176.

→ Name Holy Trinity as a Beneficiary or Leave a Bequest in Your Will or Trust

By naming Holy Trinity in your will, trust, or as a beneficiary, you can make a lasting impact without affecting your current finances. Charitable bequests can also reduce estate taxes.

Holy Trinity is profoundly grateful for the generous contributions, large and small, of all our congregation members. Please let me know if you would like to discuss taking advantage of any of these suggestions or other ways of supporting Holy Trinity.

Karla McGovern + karlakmcgovern@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

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  • 10/1. Transportation parade  3 and 4’s season four bring their bike or scooters and we parade around the parking lot.
  • 10/2.  School closed
  • 10/9 and  10/23 hot lunch
  • 10/10 parents night out
  • 10/13 and 10/20. School closed
  • 10/29.  Trunk or treat.

Blessing of the Animals

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Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, Oct.  5 from 4-5 PM

Join us for our Blessing of the Animals honoring the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and the environment. Stop by the church, outside, with your pet or a picture of your beloved critters of God for a special blessing.

Parade of Saints

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PARADE of SAINTS

Sunday, November 2

All Saints Worship: 10:00 am

In preparation for our All Saints worship, we invite you to provide names to the church office of family or friends who have died since last November. 

Our All Saints Event on November 2 will start during the Sunday School Hour, 8:45-9:45 am, for all ages!

Parade of Saints

  • During the Gathering Hymn
  • All are invited to bring a picture of anyone who has entered eternal life and join the procession. 
  • Place the pictures around the Sanctuary during our worship time!
  • Opportunity to light a candle for your “saint!”

All Saints Day

This is the day when we celebrate All Saints Day during worship. All Saints Day typically focuses on those who have died during the year. However, did you know that in the Lutheran Church you do not have to be dead to be a saint? Actually, anyone who follows Jesus is considered a Saint! You are a saint!! Lutherans believe that sainthood is not a thing to be achieved, it is a GIFT of God!!

In our lives, there is likely someone who has really helped us along our faith journey. Everyone is invited to bring a picture of someone who they feel has helped them draw closer to God in faith- sort of a personal Saint! This can be someone who has gone before who now is celebrating life in God’s heavenly Kingdom or someone who is still living here on earth! We will light candles for the Saints and everyone will be invited to fill out a card with the saint’s name and a little information about their life!

At the end of the hour, anyone who has brought a picture of a saint who has gone before and is living in God’s heavenly kingdom is invited to join the Gathering Procession in worship carrying the picture of their Saint. We will then place the pictures in our worship space to remind us of the people who have modeled life in Jesus and can continue to serve as examples for us of a godly life.

Joyful Noise Sing & Ring

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Joyful Noise Sing and Ring at Wednesday Night, LIVE!

Wednesday nights, November thru April

  • 5:30-6:00 optional family dinner – free will offering
  • 6:00-6:50 Rehearsal for Singing and Ringing

All elementary school aged children are invited and encouraged to develop their love of music through our Joyful Noise (Sing and Ring) Children’s Choir. Kindergarten through grade 5 singers meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-6:50 from November through April to sing and ring. Each Wednesday there is an optional family friendly dinner for singers and their families from 5:30-6:00 pm.

We can’t wait to see all of our Singers and Ringers!

Here’s a link to our Music calendar! (Calendar valid as of 9/25/2025)

Reformation Faire

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REFORMATION FAIRE

Sunday, October 26

8:45-9:45 am

There will be crafts, games, food, and fun for all ages! Come and learn or refresh your memory about Martin Luther and the Reformation.  You will be able to try your hand at a craft from his time, play a game of BINGO that will challenge your brain, and eat some fun food! The entire event takes place during our Sunday School hour and ALL are invited!!

Remember to wear red!

Please Donate – Help Close the Gap

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Your faithful giving supports essentials like salaries, mortgage, utilities, inspections, maintenance, repairs, as well as our ministries within and outside the church.  We are grateful for every gift, big and small.  Let’s work together to fund our weekly mission. 

Current building care projects include some larger projects that require licensed tradespeople due to their scale or technical complexity. These critical projects demand immediate attention:

  1. Roof Replacement

The church roof is in critical condition, exhibiting active leaks and material degradation. It has
surpassed its useful lifespan and poses a serious risk to the building’s structural integrity and interior
contents. A complete roof replacement is essential.
Estimated Cost: $150,000 (Re-quoted for 2025)

2. HVAC System Replacement

Three remaining HVAC units, each approximately 20 years old, are still operational but nearing the end of their functional life. While semi-annual preventative maintenance has extended their viability,
each unit is subject to sudden failure, necessitating immediate replacement without prior warning.
Estimated Costs: $16,500, $18,700, and $13,900 (2022)
Total: $50,000

 Donate Now

We are grateful for the support that makes these repairs possible. Every gift helps us steward this sacred space with care, and to continue to sustain our required financial obligations.

If you feel called to share your talents in being a part of our property team, please contact the church office or Matt Shultz.

Sunday School for all ages

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Sunday School classes are available for everyone … Children (beginning at age 3) through adults.
  • Classes start: Sunday, September 7
  • 8:45-9:45 AM

Please take a moment to register your child(ren) so that we can be prepared to welcome all!

Come and join us!