Christian Education: Trinity Lutheran Church, Bedford, Pennsylvania

Our current “Adult Forum” series with is “Growing Disciples”, a Bible Study from the ELCA’s Book of Faith Initiative, which encourages us to grow and mature in our lives as followers of Jesus. We’re talking about what it means to be a Follower, a Learner, a Minister, a Living Example, a Witness, and a Leader. These presentations and discussions, led by Pr Short, are held in Trinity Hall on Sunday mornings, at 9:45 am.

. ... Bible Study is one of the most basic and traditional of Christian Disciplines, and is the mark of a devout, alive, and maturing Faith... Gathering enables us to read, explore, and reflect on the Scriptures together with fellow Christians. Bible Study is a time-tested way to a deeper and abiding Faith...
... Our weekday Bible Study (which we begin with Morning Prayer/ Matins), is exploring the readings of the Sunday Lectionary from the previous Sunday, to more fully appreciate the texts, their images, and their implications for Christian Faith & Living. Bring along a Bible, invite a friend, and plan to join us!

These studies are led at various times throughout the year by the pastoral staff to introduce new-comers to the basic doctrines of the Christian Faith and the unique insights and practices which we, as Lutherans, teach. Please contact the Church Office for the exact schedule of dates and times. Please contact Pastor Short for the exact schedule of dates and times.

Confirmation Ministry

Confirmation Ministry is a process by which Youth and their parents, Mentors, and other parishioners worship, study, fellowship, and serve together in preparation for the Rite of Confirmation/Affirmation of Faith. Confirmation Ministry has 5 components...Worship, Learning, Fellowship, Service, and Mentoring. We worship and pray, explore the Scriptures and the History of God’s Grace in the midst of His People, enjoy outings, retreats, and Youth Events, find meaningful ways to explore Christ’s call to experience the fullness of living through service to others, and develop a relationship with a mentor, who will invest time and energy in the development of our Faith. Through these activities and events, we explore the significance of our Baptism into the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We seek to develop our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ, and to more fully engage with living out our Faith each day. After two years (typically grades 9 & 10) of faithful involvement in the 5 components, youth are invited by the Pastoral Staff to share in the final preparations for the Rite of Confirmation. This involves a series of sessions/discussions which are typically scheduled for Sunday afternoons. Contact Pastor Short for details.