Welcome. Really. All are welcome here and we're glad to see you.
We know meeting someone for the first time can be intimidating, and going to a new church for the first time can be nerve-wracking. We want to help make your first experience at Trinity Church Tariffville a great one! That's what this page is for.
Service times.
The first thing you're going to want to know is what time services start.
On Sundays, we have two services:
On Sundays, we have two services:
- 8:00am - Quiet, Traditional Service, No music.
- 9:15am - Family Service, with music and other joyful noises, including a weekly Sunday School program!
- We gather Monday - Saturday at 8:00am on Zoom for morning prayer.
What can I expect?
Services at Trinity are about 60 - 75 minutes.
You'll see everything from jeans and shorts to jackets and ties at Trinity, but definitely more on the casual side. Come as you are, and feel comfortable in whatever you are wearing.
There are two ways to get into the church:
During some services, words to music and prayers are projected on a screen up front. During others, we'll use the bulletin or Book of Common Prayer and songbook (called the Hymnal or the Lift Every Voice and Sing Hymnal) to read the words.
It's ok to participate, it's ok to sit and just take it in.
You'll see everything from jeans and shorts to jackets and ties at Trinity, but definitely more on the casual side. Come as you are, and feel comfortable in whatever you are wearing.
There are two ways to get into the church:
- the door on the right side of the front of the church facing Church Street,
- or the door off of the parking lot (this is the preferred entrance)
During some services, words to music and prayers are projected on a screen up front. During others, we'll use the bulletin or Book of Common Prayer and songbook (called the Hymnal or the Lift Every Voice and Sing Hymnal) to read the words.
It's ok to participate, it's ok to sit and just take it in.
What about music?
Trinity has long been known as a "singing church." We have two music groups - the traditional St. Gregory Choir and the Contemporary Worship Team. The first service of the month is always traditional, with music led by the choir with traditional hymns, organ and piano. The third Sunday of the month, music is led by our contemporary worship team, made up of singers and musicians (piano, guitar, percussion, flute, etc.). The other Sundays are "blended" - with both music groups sharing in leading the music. Feel free to sing along or just listen. Learn more about music at Trinity by clicking here.
What about my kids?
We believe that kids should have a blast at church every single week, and feel cared for, important, safe, and also learn about how much God loves them. This is a priority for us.
The other thing that is a priority is your child's safety. That's why we require teachers to have background checks, to be trained in keeping kids and other vulnerable people safe, and we carefully choose our Sunday School curriculum.
We have Sunday School or a children's program every week at the 9:15am Sunday service.
Children start the service sitting with you, and move on to Sunday School before the readings. The clergy will call them forward to go with their teachers. Children rejoin their families at Communion, so families can come to the Lord's table together.
Our children and family activities include youth group, Sunday school, and other events. You can learn more by clicking here.
The other thing that is a priority is your child's safety. That's why we require teachers to have background checks, to be trained in keeping kids and other vulnerable people safe, and we carefully choose our Sunday School curriculum.
We have Sunday School or a children's program every week at the 9:15am Sunday service.
Children start the service sitting with you, and move on to Sunday School before the readings. The clergy will call them forward to go with their teachers. Children rejoin their families at Communion, so families can come to the Lord's table together.
Our children and family activities include youth group, Sunday school, and other events. You can learn more by clicking here.
Can someone pray for me?
We all need prayer. And, at Trinity, we believe in the power of prayer. During each service, a member of our healing prayer team is stationed in the Prayer Chapel, to pray with and for anyone who approaches, asking for prayer.
This is how it works. During Communion time, just go through the Welcome Center to the Prayer Chapel. You can go there after you receive Communion. A prayer team member will be waiting there to pray for you. That person will ask you if there is something specific you need prayer for. You can tell them some specifics, or just say "God knows." God does know. And the prayer team member will pray for you. They might ask if they can rest a hand on your shoulder while they pray for you. Let them know if you prefer they don't.
On the first Sunday of the month, after worshippers take Communion, everyone can go to the front rail, where the prayer team is ready to pray for each person that wants prayer. We also have a prayer team that prays every day for concerns.
This is how it works. During Communion time, just go through the Welcome Center to the Prayer Chapel. You can go there after you receive Communion. A prayer team member will be waiting there to pray for you. That person will ask you if there is something specific you need prayer for. You can tell them some specifics, or just say "God knows." God does know. And the prayer team member will pray for you. They might ask if they can rest a hand on your shoulder while they pray for you. Let them know if you prefer they don't.
On the first Sunday of the month, after worshippers take Communion, everyone can go to the front rail, where the prayer team is ready to pray for each person that wants prayer. We also have a prayer team that prays every day for concerns.
I'm getting married, or want my child (or me) to be baptized.
Can I have a wedding or baptism at Trinity?
Baptism and marriage are joyous blessings, and many families have celebrated those sacraments at Trinity over the last 150 years. There is some preparation work to be done before being married or baptized in a church, and we're happy to talk to you about that.
Call the church office or fill in the form below and let us know what you're thinking.
Call the church office or fill in the form below and let us know what you're thinking.
Let us know you're coming.
Ready to check out Trinity in person? Come anytime, or fill out the form below and let us know you're coming and we'll give you the VIP treatment. We can't wait to meet you.