Trinity Christian School & Trinity Lutheran Church
A Legacy of Faith and Education
In 1952, Rev. William Jensen founded Trinity Lutheran Church with support from the Church Extension Fund and the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod. The congregation held its first worship service on December 7, 1952, in the Symonds public school auditorium. Shortly after, the church purchased property at 28 Arch Street on October 3, 1954, and construction on West Keene Chapel began. The chapel was dedicated on May 15, 1955, with the message: “A Neighborhood Church with a Message for the World.” As the West Keene community grew, Trinity became a center for worship, youth ministry, and Christian fellowship.
Trinity joined the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in 1952. The LCMS is a worldwide network of Christian congregations united in faith and teaching. Learn more at LCMS.
A Commitment to Christian Education
In 1955, Trinity Lutheran Church opened its preschool under the leadership of Doris Tisdale and Donna Hackerott. The school expanded in 1995 with a state-approved kindergarten program at the Arch Street campus, followed by a state-approved elementary program in 1998.
Growth and Expansion
In 2001, Trinity dedicated the first phase of its current school building at 100 Maple Avenue, expanding opportunities for students and families. Under the leadership of Dr. George Fellendorf, the school grew to include additional classrooms, a science lab, media center, library, and middle school program. In 2012, Trinity built a new church facility adjacent to the school, further uniting the church and school community and providing space for weekly chapel services.
A Thriving Christian School Community
Today, Trinity Christian School continues to grow through the dedication of our faculty and staff, the faithful support of Trinity Lutheran Church, and the partnership of our families. We remain committed to providing a Christ-centered education that nurtures faith, learning, and community.
Trinity Christian School has been accredited through the National Lutheran School Accreditation since 2012.