New to Trinity?

What to expect

Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m.

Welcome

We are glad you are considering a visit to Trinity Church. Perhaps:

. . . you just moved to the area and are looking for a home church,

. . . you are curious about the Anglican tradition,

. . . you were raised in the the faith but have been away for a while, or

. . . you have never set foot in a church before in your life.

Whatever the reason, we look forward to meeting you and are happy to walk beside you as we all walk into Jesus’s story together.

If you have any questions, our rector Fr. Jeff Hubbard would be glad to talk with you after the service. You can also contact him by email at info@trinityrec.org.

Worship

“O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him.” (Psalm 96: 9)

Our worship follows a liturgical structure of prayers, Scripture readings, and Holy Communion, which has been handed down to us from the early Church. You can follow along in the Book of Common Prayer (the red book in the pew) or simply listen and observe. Our services last approximately 90 minutes, concluding around noon, but you are invited to stay for coffee, snacks, and conversation downstairs after the service.

Music

“He who sings prays twice.”

- St. Augustine

We sing hymns out of the Hymnal, the blue book which you will find in the pew, accompanied by the organ. The hymn numbers are listed in the bulletin and also posted on the hymn boards at the front of the church. We also chant (sing) other parts of the service, which newcomers pick up on after a few services.

Communion

“Do this in remembrance of me”

Luke 22: 19

We celebrate Holy Communion every Sunday. All baptized Christians of other branches of Christ’s Church are affectionately invited to the Lord’s table.

If you do not receive Communion you may still come up and cross your arms over your chest and the priest will pray a brief blessing over you, or you may or stay at your seat.

Dress

Our worship on Sunday is the most important thing we do all week, and we try to dress accordingly. We do not dress up to flaunt wealth or personal style, but out of respect for the occasion and the King of kings whom we honor. Of course, it is better to come to church underdressed than not at all. On a practical note: the building is kept cool since our clergy, acolytes, and organist wear several layers of vestments.

You may notice some women wearing chapel veils or other headcoverings. This is in accordance with St. Paul’s instruction in 1 Corinthians 11: 2-16, and was practiced by all Christian denominations until the late 20th century. It is by this same reasoning that men do not wear hats during worship.

Children

“But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”

Matthew 19:14

Our worship is a foretaste of heaven, which includes the whole Body of Christ: old and young alike. The best way for children to embrace the faith is to worship alongside their parents every Sunday.

A few quick tips to help your children participate:

Worship with your body as well as your mind: we kneel to pray, sit to listen, and stand to sing. You may also bow your head whenever you hear Jesus’ name.
Draw picture notes during the sermon. This is usually the longest stretch of sitting-still time. Doodle words you hear to help little ones pay attention.
Practice the Lord’s Prayer and the Doxology in your home. We say and sing these every week so it will give your child a familiar place to join in.
Stick with it! The early years can be a challenge, but it’s worth it. You may be surprised to find that your child will have most of the prayers memorized long before they are old enough to read.

There is a mother’s room next to the women’s restroom with speakers to hear the service in case you prefer a private place to nurse, or if little ones are especially wiggly or loud.

There is a small play room with a changing table located downstairs.

Children’s Sunday School takes place at the same time as Adult Catechesis at 9:30 a.m., before our Sunday service at 10:30. During this time, we discuss the church year, read the gospel story with interactive play, and other activities all oriented towards helping children participate as full members of the Body of Christ.

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