There's a place for you here
Whoever you are, wherever you are in your spiritual journey, the people of Trinity Episcopal Church hope that your experience with us will encourage and strengthen you. As we care for one another, grow in faith, serve others, give generously, work for justice and follow Jesus out into the world, we are opening ourselves to God's power and presence. At Trinity we know that God is continually at work "making all things new" and we are eager to serve God's mission in the world. Let us show you what we are up to by sending you our weekly email newsletter.
Watch Services Live on the Trinity Cam
All services held inside the sanctuary will be live-streamed. You will see the word "LIVE" in the top left of the video player when a service is in progress. Click on the arrow in the center of the player to begin watching. Click on the arrows in the lower right corner to make the video enlarge to your full screen.
To watch a service later click on the triangle and then select "Previous Broadcasts" in the circle with the image of the file box. Or watch it on the Worship page.
To watch a service later click on the triangle and then select "Previous Broadcasts" in the circle with the image of the file box. Or watch it on the Worship page.
Services This Week
Wednesday, November 25
7:00 pm Evening Prayer - in person in front of the church.
Registration is not required for this service.
Sunday, November 29
9:30 am Worship - livestream
7:00 pm Evening Prayer - in person in front of the church.
Registration is not required for this service.
Sunday, November 29
9:30 am Worship - livestream
Bulletins for upcoming services:
| Evening Prayer ~ Wednesday 7:00pm |
| Evening Prayer for November 22 |
Race: The Power of an Illusion - New sessions forming soon
We currently have two sessions of the course Race: The Power of an Illusion in progress. This course helps us navigate through our myths and misconceptions and scrutinize some of the assumptions we take for granted. It also explores how race has played out in the United States with social, economic, and political consequences.
We will be forming new sessions soon. Please sign up here to express your interest in the course and we will contact you before a new session begins.
The format of this course is that for each of the three sessions, each person will watch a one-hour video on their own schedule, answer questions on their own, and then join a 1 ½ hour facilitated Zoom discussion.
We will be forming new sessions soon. Please sign up here to express your interest in the course and we will contact you before a new session begins.
The format of this course is that for each of the three sessions, each person will watch a one-hour video on their own schedule, answer questions on their own, and then join a 1 ½ hour facilitated Zoom discussion.
Resource from Stephen Ministry
The Stephen Ministry Team at Trinity was privileged to conduct a Zoom meeting Sunday, November 16 on Caring for Ourselves and Others in Times of Anxiety & Pandemic
For the benefit of the parishioners who were not able to attend, we have attached the handout package (see .pdf) for your reference. The subject matter is appropriately framed in a spiritual context and highlights answers to these questions:
· Where do we find God in these disastrous times?
· What are the emotional triggers of anxiety and stress?
· How can we avoid “emotional hijacking?” and “catastrophizing”?
· How to turn the simple act of breathing into a prayer?
This package is intended to offer strength and healing and to deepen our connections with one another in our life in Christ together. We hope you will find it meaningful and helpful to you and to others whom you care about in this time of challenge for us all.
For the benefit of the parishioners who were not able to attend, we have attached the handout package (see .pdf) for your reference. The subject matter is appropriately framed in a spiritual context and highlights answers to these questions:
· Where do we find God in these disastrous times?
· What are the emotional triggers of anxiety and stress?
· How can we avoid “emotional hijacking?” and “catastrophizing”?
· How to turn the simple act of breathing into a prayer?
This package is intended to offer strength and healing and to deepen our connections with one another in our life in Christ together. We hope you will find it meaningful and helpful to you and to others whom you care about in this time of challenge for us all.
| Caring for Ourselves and Others |
Support others by becoming a Stephen Minister
The Stephen Ministry team here at Trinity is looking to recruit new care-givers to support a growing number of potential care-receivers here in our parish, and possibly beyond our walls in the greater Newtown area. Stephen Ministry is about “Christ caring for people through people”. It offers one-on-one Christian-based support to those who need it for as long as it takes. We’re looking for people who are willing to walk beside those seeking someone to listen, pray and uphold them during times of crisis—whether it’s grieving the loss of a loved-one, or facing separation or divorce, or a health crisis in the family, or a job loss, or the loneliness that has come with the ongoing Covid lock-down.
We'll have a multi week training program this winter for new ministers. New Stephen ministers are thoroughly trained and carefully supported by Stephen leaders. To find out more contact Rev. Andrea Wyatt or Stephen Leaders Cindy Anderau, Ron Dukenski, Paget Haylon and Michelle Toby (contact info in Trinity's Directory).
We'll have a multi week training program this winter for new ministers. New Stephen ministers are thoroughly trained and carefully supported by Stephen leaders. To find out more contact Rev. Andrea Wyatt or Stephen Leaders Cindy Anderau, Ron Dukenski, Paget Haylon and Michelle Toby (contact info in Trinity's Directory).
Seeking hope and connection?
Are you seeking hope and connection in this time of COVID? Trinity Episcopal Church is here for you. We find Christ’s Spirit in community; we reach out in compassion and service. Let us know how we can walk with you in this new life. Find Rev. Andrea at awyatt@trinitynewtownct.org.
We have work to do- Meet the Rector
Beloved Ones,
As I write this weekly E News message, we are still awaiting results of our national Election. Thank you for joining in prayer on the Eve of voting. We continue to pray together, in a non-partisan fashion, for our nation.
We await a final tally of votes. But we already see - in this time of waiting - that we remain sorely divided as a nation. One commentator I read remarked that this is the most divided our nation has been since the 1850’s. I found this an ominous comparison, since a mention of that historic era surely refers to the build-up to our Civil War. We have work to do. (continue reading)
As I write this weekly E News message, we are still awaiting results of our national Election. Thank you for joining in prayer on the Eve of voting. We continue to pray together, in a non-partisan fashion, for our nation.
We await a final tally of votes. But we already see - in this time of waiting - that we remain sorely divided as a nation. One commentator I read remarked that this is the most divided our nation has been since the 1850’s. I found this an ominous comparison, since a mention of that historic era surely refers to the build-up to our Civil War. We have work to do. (continue reading)
Donate Online: It would be very helpful if parishioners stay current with their pledges by giving online. You can make one-time or scheduled payments through Vanco. If you need help setting up an account contact the church office by email or phone.
Our outdoor labyrinth remains available for your use at any time for prayer and reflection. It is behind the gazebo at the far end of the memorial garden.
You can contact the church office from Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m by calling 203-426-9070 or sending an email to trinity@trinitynewtownct.org.
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