Our Mission, Vision, Values

Welcome to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church! We take great pride in cultivating an environment that combines reverence with a comfortably relaxed ambiance. As a community that warmly embraces all who enter our doors, we strive to embody the teachings of Jesus by wrestling together with his life, death, and resurrection. Our church is a sanctuary of inclusivity, where individuals from all walks of life find acceptance, belonging, and the freedom to explore their faith journey at their own pace. You can find our welcome statement below.

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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in San Carlos celebrates and shares God’s gifts by worshipping together, caring for each other, and doing God’s work in the community and beyond.

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We believe that Christ has made us one body with many members, sharing in God’s grace and unconditional love.

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We joyfully welcome ALL people, without exception— of every age, sex, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental ability, or of anything else that divides us— to join with us in worship, learning, fellowship, prayer and service.

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“For in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith. ...there is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus.”  

Galatians 3:26, 28

 

At the heart of our congregation's mission is our dedication to taking to heart the call of Jesus. Our journey of faith is rooted in the profound words of Matthew 11:28-30 (NRSV), where Jesus invites us to find rest in him. We also joyfully welcome all into that same rest. These verses encapsulate our current focus – inspiring us to live with a renewed commitment to these principles. 

 

We invite you to join us on this path of spiritual growth and transformation, where reverence, relaxation, and a sincere dedication to Christ's teaching converge to create a vibrant tapestry of faith.

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Holy Trinity is a member of the Sierra Pacific Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), and is a Reconciling in Christ congregation. This means that we are committed to welcoming and affirming people of every gender identity, sexual orientation, race, and background. These relationships help share our worship, theology, leadership, and shared mission.