Trinity Church

Forum Series: Generous Tables, Gracious Spaces
2026-01-18 11:15 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Lloyd Forum, 206 Clarendon St.,, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
The story of Epiphany encompasses all the ramifications of a newborn savior whose presence impacted the spaces around him: from the Magi travelling to see the Holy Family in a humble dwelling; the flight to Egypt from Bethlehem under threat of death; the welcome back to Joseph’s hometown of Nazareth. The intersection of who Jesus was, and where he was located, is part of Epiphany’s liturgical invitation to recognize God’s presence in what we might imagine are ordinary spaces. Our Forums this season (1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 and 2/8) will intertwine our program year (Grateful Hearts, Gracious Lives) theme with the nuance of Epiphany’s transformation of space: what spaces are ready to welcome God and God’s people?

January 11: What Can a Body do? Encountering the Built World from a Different Angle
On Sun., Jan. 11, we welcome guest speaker Sara Hendren, an artist, design researcher, writer, and professor at Northeastern University. Her book What Can A Body Do? How We Meet the Built World explores the ways our many bodies meet our technologies, designed products, and built environments — in ways that liberate and constrain our lives.

January 18: Who is Invited? Welcoming Bodies, Movement, and Joy
When we think of spaces which allow for connection, joy, and celebration; who feels as though they are invited and safe in them? On Sun., Jan. 18, join members of Boston’s Gays for Patsy (you may have seen them line dance through the Pride Parade!) to hear about the work they have done in fostering spaces to encourage friendship, movement, and dance. And yes, we will be learning a few line dances with them!

February 1 & 8: What Does It Mean to Be Gracious with Grace?
With the Rev. Brandon Ashcraft, Priest for Outreach
Beginning with Jesus’ first sign at the wedding in Cana, these two Forums will explore how God’s abundant generosity continues to shape the Church’s sacramental life.
The February 1 Forum will consider the Episcopal Church’s historic 2015 decision to extend the sacramental rite of marriage to same-sex couples. We’ll examine how sustained engagement with Scripture and theological reflection led the Church to recognize and bless the grace already at work in the lives and covenants of same-sex couples.
On February 8, we will turn to the Eucharist, exploring the Church’s long tradition of baptismal preparation for Communion, the emergence of “open table” practices, and the theological questions raised by Communion without Baptism. Together, we will consider how divine hospitality, sacramental formation, and ecclesial identity belong in a creative tension at the Lord’s Table.

Postponed to Mar. 1: What Does it Mean for Trinity to Be a ‘Gracious Space’? with the Rev. Morgan S. Allen, Rector

Trinity’s location “in the City of Boston” affords us the privilege and responsibility of welcoming the world into our historic worship home. Some who visit have come to patronize a New England landmark; some have come to nourish a spiritual longing; and some have come in search of a pew or a bathroom to find a moment of rest. Join the Rector as we consider: What dispositions does our congregation’s unique identity ask us to cultivate and support in ourselves and in one another? What are the stakes of our engagement with the world? What basic practices could we adopt to be an ever more gracious space?

Stitching in the Spirit
2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:30 | PH Angel Room, 206 Clarendon St.,, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Are you a crafty knitter or clever crochet-er? Join Stitching in the Spirit this Saturday for our meeting, usually held on the third Saturday of every month! Some of our members are knitting baby blankets for the nursery, and others are knitting hats and scarves for the Dever-McCormack School and Catie’s Closet. We also have a stash of yarn available and will take donations from folks who are cleaning out their own stashes. Questions or more info, contact Mary Sherman via the contact form on the event series page.

Choral Evensong
2026-01-14 17:45 - 18:15, 2026-01-07 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-12-31 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-12-24 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-12-17 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-12-10 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-12-03 17:45 - 18:15, 2025-11-26 17:45 - 18:15 and 20 more dates | Church, 206 Clarendon St.,, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Choral Evensong, Rite I, offers 30 minutes of worship, prayer, scripture, and reflection. Trinity’s Choristers sing at this short choral service offered at the end of the workday in the Sanctuary.
Do you know a child aged 8-10 who might be interested in singing? The Chorister program at Trinity Church offers an extraordinary opportunity to learn music, singing, leadership, teamwork, responsibility, commitment, have fun, and to see the world! Choristers learn about the faith and engage in the life of the church through their active leadership of worship. Parents often say that the Chorister program is a deeply transformative experience for their children.
To learn more about Trinity’s Chorister program, contact Director of Music Colin Lynch.
