Adult Faith Formation

Adult Learning & Community

Trinity provides in-depth adult formation opportunities for its members and the broader community. We offer a variety of programs designed to help adults connect to God, to Trinity and to one another, using faith as a means to engage the complexities of life and the world around us. In community, we can assist one another to grow intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually through Adult Forums, Classes and Bible/Book Studies, and Discipleship and other Small Groups.

Sunday Adult Forums

Throughout the year, adults at Trinity gather for guest speakers, panel discussions, and parishioner presentations in the Fortune Room after the 10:00AM Sunday Eucharist. 

Sunday Special Events and Celebration Coffee Hours

Once a month or so, we gather to celebrate milestone moments in our parish year or to collaborate on service projects for others: Homecoming Sunday, the Feast of St. Francis, Christmas Faire, Advent Outreach Sunday, Annual Meeting, Baptisms, Newcomers’ Welcome, Stewardship Ingathering, and more. 

Spiritual Friendship Circles

Circles are life-giving intentional groups that generate a loving community of parishioners caring for the spiritual and personal growth of each member. Groups covenant to gather regularly (weekly, bimonthly or monthly) for a set period of time to talk, pray, break bread, and be Church to one another. Complete the interest form to be contacted about creating or joining a group.

Journey in Faith

A periodic series to explore your baptismal covenant, your journey as a Christian, and the Way of Love. A perfect introduction or re-ignition of your faith in community.

Bible and Formation Book Studies

  • Lectionary Bible Study | Sundays | 9:00AM – 9:45AM | Parish House Library
  • Monday Bible Study with Rev’d Mary Mail | 10:00AM | On Zoom
  • Tuesday Study Group with Mother Julia | currently on hiatus
  • Education For Ministry (EfM) | Tuesdays | 6:00PM – 8:00PM | Crist Room
  • Clapham Circle | once monthly, January – May | St. Benedict House
  • Seasonal Offerings shared experiences of prayer, study, and spiritual formation during Advent, Epiphanytide, and Lent.

COMMON INTERESTS & SUPPORT GROUPS

Women’s Reading Group: Monthly, 2nd Mondays at 6:30PM

Calling all readers! The Women’s Reading Group meets monthly to share their insights on great books and enjoy each other’s company. All women of the church are invited to join the reading group any month. Some members attend every meeting, while others are pulled in by particular titles or when their schedules allow. Whether you can attend every month or only on occasion, you will feel welcome! Contact the leader for more information. Download Reading List (PDF).

Trinity Men’s Breakfast: Twice Monthly, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 9:00AM

All Trinity men are invited to the Trinity Men’s Club to meet for breakfast and conversation at the Lincoln Square Pancake House, Meridian Street.

Caregivers’ Support Group: Monthly, 3rd Thursdays at 3:30PM (on Zoom)

Caregivers for those suffering from dementia, Parkinson’s, strokes, or other similar conditions meet monthly to discuss situations they are encountering and to lend support. This group meets online. Contact the church office for Zoom details.

Parents’ Groups: Sundays and special events, as scheduled

Parenting is a hard and holy time. We are here to support you & your family. Visit our children, youth, and families page to learn more.

Senior Luncheons: Specific dates to be announced

Historically held in the spring and fall, the Senior Luncheons have brought together long-time and elderly members of the parish to renew and strengthen their bonds of friendship and connection.

Shepherds Groups: Monthly as scheduled by each group at local restaurants

First formed in the 2000s, Shepherds Groups meet monthly for a dinner outing, to enjoy food and conversation and to share life’s journeys. While current groups are at capacity, contact the church to let us know if you’re interested in starting a new dinner group!

Upcoming in Formation

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Difference Course

Difference Course

Navigating a divided and complex world can be hard. We encounter this in our relationships, in our communities and in our wider systems and structures. Many of us long to make a difference, but often we don’t know how to respond or where to start. This is why Archbish...

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Life-Long Learning

“Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.” Psalm 119:33

We know that being a follower of Christ is a life-long journey. We are always learning anew about the ways of God, reading something new in scripture, hearing something new in hymns, learning to truly love our neighbors.

Our formation courses for adults aim to support that life-long growth.