Trinity Highlights

Sunday worship with Holy Communion at Trinity Lutheran Church, 175 S. Third St., begins at 9:30 a.m. Gluten-free wafers are available to those with allergy issues. The Rev. Nancy Moore presides. Vicar Rich Bergen assists. Coffeehouse fellowship follows.Sunday church school for student ages 3 through sixth grade begins at 10:45 a.m.For those desiring to arrange a baptismal date, Pastor Moore will share information at 1 p.m. Sunday. For those desiring to seek membership at Trinity, Pastor Moore will provide information 1 p.m. Sept. 24. Please contact the church office in advance at 610-377-4303 to register.The youth groups are starting with September sessions led by Vicar Bergen. "Breaking Bread" Youth Group for students in grades 7-12 will gather from 5-7 p.m. Sept.17 and 24 in the youth room. There will be supper, Bible study and information on upcoming activities. "Thunder and Lightning" Youth Group for students in grades 4-6 will gather from 5-7

p.m.Sept. 20 in the youth room with a similar format.Bethany EC ChurchBethany EC Church, 222 North St. holds Sunday worship with the Rev. Jeff Stansbury, pastor.Sunday school is at 9:30 a.m. with classes for all ages, including adult Bible study class, fellowship time 10:15-10:45 a.m., morning worship at 10:45 a.m., preschool nursery available and Jr. Church provided for children in kindergarten through sixth grade.Tuesday: Ladies Bible study, 10 a.m. at Blocker's residence.Wednesday: Revelation Bible study, 6 p.m.; prayer meeting, 7 p.m.Thursday: Men's Bible study at McDonald's, 5:15 a.m.; choir practice, 7 p.m.Looking ahead: Kids Club will begin Oct. 2, check website for registration or call church office. Fall Rally Day and Harvest Home Oct. 8, 10:45 a.m., Pastor Marlin Lafferty will be guest speaker.Lehighton Bethany EC is online at

wwwbethanyec.weebly.com. Email:

Bethany@ptd.net. Church office: 610-377-0724 or follow Bethany on Facebook.Contact the Times News at 800-443-0377 or

tneditor@tnonline.com.