About us
trinity lutheran Church
Since 1948, we have wholeheartedly welcomed members of the greater Fort Erie community to join us in song, service, worship and prayer at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Through God’s grace Trinity’s congregation has developed a culture that is not shy embracing the Word of God and sharing the values of friendship and care among its members and to the community at large.
New visitors are always welcome! Come and be a part of our friendly, hope-filled congregation. Join us in worship every Sunday at 10:00!
our pastor
Rev. Dr. Kevin G. Powell serves as pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Erie as part of the Niagara Shared Ministry, along side Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Niagara Falls and Faith Lutheran Church in St. Catharines, ON. He works with congregations in worship, pastoral care, and community life.
Pr. Kevin holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from St. Stephen’s College at the University of Alberta and is trained as a spiritual director through the Haden Institute. His ministry experience includes serving in rural, urban, suburban, and international contexts.
In his work with congregations, Kevin focuses on preaching, spiritual formation, and supporting churches as they consider their role in their communities.
Outside of church life, he enjoys music, conversation, and spending time enjoying the beauty of the Niagara region.
Pr. Kevin G Powell
Our mission
Trinity Lutheran Church is a living, caring community, centered in the good news of Jesus Christ. We are dedicated to care and compassion through spiritual growth, faith and love, in the experience of worship, fellowship, nurture, witness and service.
You are invited to become a part of...
A Worshipping Community
Celebrating the presence of God and the gift of God's Grace through the Word and Sacraments.
A Serving Community
Reaching out with a helping hand to meet the needs of others.
A Learning Community
Growing in faith and understanding of the Word of God.
our history
In 1947, the Canada Synod of the then United Lutheran Church in America gave approval for a survey to be conducted in Fort Erie, in the hopes of establishing a Lutheran congregation here. The results of this survey were indeed positive!
The first service of Trinity was held on Sunday October 19, 1947 at the Gilmore Road United Church (before construction of our current building), with Dr. John H. Reble presiding. There were 45 interested people in attendance, as well as 14 choir members from Waterloo College. The Thanks Offering this day was $20.00!
Thus, Trinity’s humble beginnings…As the Church grew, a building fund was established and construction began with ground breaking in April 1952. Our new place of Worship was dedicated Sunday June 14, 1953.