Author Archive: Leesa Bell

Chasing Seasons – Moms of middle to college age kids

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Are you a MOM navigating the ever- changing seasons of parenting school- aged (elementary, middle, high school, college age) kids? Join us for an evening of fun, fellowship, and connection! We’ll meet once a month on Thursday nights at The Dell in the Village of Leesburg for bingo. Games run from 7-9pm, and you’re welcome to come and stay for a round or two. Whether you’re here for laughs, support, or simply a night out, this is the perfect space to share life’s joys and challenges with other moms. We can’t wait to see you there!

Next Outings:

Thursdays, March 20 & April 24 at 7 -9 pm.

Questions? Contact Julie Graham (cell 703- 801-3658 | juliecn28@hotmail.com) or
Pastor Kristin pastorkhoyer@gmail.com.

Lent at HTLC

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Ash Wednesday Worship – Wednesday, February 18

Join us as we begin Lent with the Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion at two service times:

12:00 Noon Worship with Soup & Salad Lunch to follow

5:30 pm Soup and Salad Dinner (A freewill offering will be collected)

6:30 pm Worship

Journey to the Cross  (In Song!)

Wednesdays in Lent ~ 12:00Noon

Join Pastor Kristin in the Commons for a soup and salad lunch and discussion of “cross” songs: “The Old Rugged Cross,” “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross,” “Beneath the Cross of Jesus,” and more.  We’ll learn a little about the hymn’s history and explore how the text illuminates our understanding of the cross.

All are welcome!  

Making Sense of the Cross

Sunday Mornings Starting February 22, from 8:45 – 9:45 am

We see the cross everywhere: In our church, as a piece of jewelry, in tattoos, and in many other places, both sacred and secular. However, the heart of the cross is an element of mystery that can’t be resolved either easily or entirely. Join us on Sunday mornings from 8:45 -9:45 as we listen in on a conversation between two people having an open and candid discussion about the cross and explore together the following questions: So, what’s with the cross? What does the cross say about God? What’s the big deal? Did Jesus have to die?

Participants are invited to read the book: Making Sense of the Cross, by David Lose, and available through Holy Trinity or Amazon.  If reading is not your thing, no worries, just join us on Sunday mornings.

Watch the YouTube Video

Maundy Thursday

April 2, 2026

Worship 7:00 pm

Good Friday

April 3, 2026

12:00 noon Worship

7:00 pm Worship

Questions about any of our Lenten offerings?  Please contact our main office or Pastor Kristen

 

 

 

Confirmation Retreat

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Theme: My Faith, Our Faith

An interactive day or overnight of fun and learning with other confirmation students from across the Delaware-Maryland and Metro DC Synods. With group building and outdoor activities (team-building, low-ropes course, hiking, and/or archery!) led by trained MLR staff and Confirmation sessions led by Pr. Kristin Hoyer (Holy Trinity, Leesburg, VA) and Pr. Josh Wullenweber (New Jerusalem, Lovettsville, VA), this retreat is sure to be a hit!

⏰ Please let Pastor Kristin know if you will be attending by Sunday, February 16. Please give all checks/cash to her, and checks can be written to HTLC memo: Confirmation Retreat.

You will also need to have

  • Updated Health Form – yes, everyone!
  • Permission Form
  • Additional MLR forms

But for now – an email 📧 and the funds 💲 secure your spot to PK.

Learn more about Mar-Lu-Ridge at their website mar-lu-ridge.org.

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns!

I’ve been going to MLR for 25 years….

God’s Peace, Pastor Kristin

Outreach – Donate!

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COLLECTION OF FOOD ITEMS

In a spirit of generosity, the Social Ministry invites you to partake in the noble endeavor of collecting Thanksgiving meal items over the next 20 days, ensuring that families in need can revel in a bountiful holiday feast.

We kindly ask you to consider donating the following:

  • cans of pumpkin, green beans, corn, sweet potato, gravy, cranberries
  • boxes of cornbread mix, stuffing, pie crusts
  • bags of marshmallows
  • mashed potato packets
  • gift cards for a turkey

Golden carts will be stationed to graciously receive your heartfelt contributions.

Thank you for your kindness in advance.

Wednesday Night, LIVE!!

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Choirs, Fellowship, Food!

This fun evening of music and fellowship has been a Holy Trinity tradition for more than 20 years.  If you are in Joyful Noise (Children’s Choir Grades K-5,) Handbells (Grade 6-Adult,) or Confirmation, or just don’t feel like cooking, plan to join us on Wednesday evening for dinner.  There is no need to bring anything.  Meals will be ready and a freewill offering will be collected to defray the cost of the food.  Each week the dinner menu will be sent out and we simply ask that you let us know if you plan to attend.  (Even if you forget to tell us, we still would love to have you!)  We Started November 13, 2024, and will continue thru the spring.

The schedule for the evening is as follows:

4:30-5:30pm Confirmation (Youth)

5:30 – 6:00 pm Dinner (Freewill offering to defray the cost of dinner)

6:00 – 6:50pm  Children’s Choir – Sing & Ring  (Grades K-5)

7-8:00 pm Hand Bell Choir (Middle School – Adult)

Be an Advent Angel for Sunday School Kids

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As the season of reflection unfolds, we are drawn to angels and their pivotal role in the miraculous tale of Jesus’ birth.  These celestial beings serve as divine messengers. This year, you too can embody the spirit of an angel and share the joyous tidings of Jesus’ birth and His boundless love through our Advent Angel program. Interested souls may sign up beginning Sunday, November 10, to become an “Advent Angel” for one or more of our cherished Sunday School children, spanning Preschool to Grade 8. Your identity as an “Angel” shall remain cloaked in mystery until you choose to unveil yourself to your young charge during the gathering after worship on Sunday, December 15.

What does it take to embrace the role of an Advent Angel?

  • Seek out the Advent Angel sign upon the table in the Commons.
  • Collect as many envelopes as your heart desires. Within each envelope lies the name of one of our Sunday School students, allowing you to be a guiding light for multiple children.
  • During the Advent season, send a heartfelt card to your assigned child(ren).
  • Adorn the Christmas Tree in the Commons with an “Angel” ornament by Sunday, December 8, ensuring that the tag with the hole accompanies the ornament. Remember, your name must remain a secret on the tag!
  • Gather in the Sanctuary on December 15 after Worship to reveal your identity and greet your “angel” child.

Our cherished legacy of Advent Angels demonstrates that the impact of your angelic ministry resonates far beyond this joyous season! We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your participation in this beloved tradition!

Children Tell the Story

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Date: Sunday, December 15

Time: 10:00 AM

Join us for the festive celebration! Rehearsals will grace the Sunday mornings during the Sunday School hour, commencing November 17, with open invitations for all children and youth to partake in this joyous occasion. Sign-up here, ensuring your family can join in the merriment! Everyone is welcome, even if attendance at all rehearsals isn’t possible.

A grand “dress” rehearsal will take place on  Saturday, December 14 at 10:00 AM

Lutheran Disaster Response: Hurricane Helene

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In late September, Hurricane Helene hit the coast of Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, dropping heavy rains on the southeastern United States and leaving millions of people without power. As the storm has moved inland, it has caused dangerous flooding and landslides, as well as downed trees and power lines.

Lutheran Disaster Response works with its partners to provide immediate relief, such as water, food, clothing, gift cards, tarps and other needs. Since many hurricanes also require a long-term response, Lutheran Disaster Response provides support on the long road to recovery with disaster case management, construction management, attention to unmet needs, and emotional and spiritual care.

What you can do:
Pray
Please pray for the safety of communities impacted by hurricanes, including people in their paths and any emergency services personnel who are responding. May God’s healing presence give them peace and hope in their time of need. Pray that God will deliver comfort to those who mourn and strength to those working diligently to rescue survivors.

Give
Your gifts will support disaster-impacted communities. Gifts to Lutheran Disaster Response equip us to respond to those affected by hurricanes and related disasters, such as mudslides, severe storms and flooding. These gifts also empower us to respond to disasters whenever and wherever they strike. Gifts to “Hurricane Response” will be used in full (100%) to assist those affected by hurricanes, until the response is complete.

To give by phone, call 800-638-3522. Checks or money orders can be mailed to:

Lutheran Disaster Response
P.O. Box 1809
Merrifield, VA 22116-8009

https://elca.org/Our-Work/Relief-and-Development/Lutheran-Disaster-Response/Our-Impact/Hurricane-Response

Place in their hands Holy Scripture

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When a child is baptized the parents and the church community promise to support the child in their faith journey.  One of these promises is to place the scriptures in the child’s hands.  On Reformation Sunday, we will do that.  All Children Third Grade and above who have not received a Bible will be given one during our 10 am Worship Service on Sunday, October 27.

Parents of Third Grade children should watch for a letter about the Bible presentation and we ask all parents of older children who have not received a Bible, to please contact Nancy Fox or the church office so that we can make preparations for the day.