Deepen your faith as we explore the Way of Love, a summary of Christian belief and practice put forward by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. The Way of Love consists of seven guiding words: learn, turn, rest, go, pray, worship, bless. These three sessions serve as Confirmation preparation for those wanting to be confirmed in the 2024 Easter Vigil. Beyond that, these classes are open to anyone, of all ages, who would like to grow deeper in their faith. Adults who have undergone a significant change in their life or faith may consider “Reaffirmation,” a formal recommitment to their faith, along with other confirmands.

Sessions are led by Associate Rector Rev. Heidi Thorsen and Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries Angela Arpino. Email Angela to express your interest! family@trinitynewhaven.org

All classes start at 9:15 a.m. on the following Sundays:

January 21

February 25

March 24

This year’s Christmas flowers are offered to the glory of God and in loving memory of:

Margaret Beeler

Nancy Beesecker

Ron Casey

Daphne Cassan

Arthur Cassan

Michael Cassan

James Cassan

Marc G. Dreyfus

Katie Garrity

Karen Hesselberg

Charles Henry Hines IV

Estelle Hines Queen

Rev. Howard P. Kellett

Bob & Ilze Kimball

Henry & Fidelia King

Fidelia King Rice

Paul E. Klebe

Mildred J. Klebe

Sharon M. Klebe

Doris & John Koniz

Darrel Lacock

Carolyn Shutter Grant Leary

Kevin D. Leary

Jack & Ann Maher

Elizabeth Maher

Tony & Stella Moleske

Harold & Inez Nyren

Rich Picha

Ken & Evelyn Picha

Dr. Wendell H. Piehler

France A. Pindell

Kate Proulx

Vernon Proulx

Asa Queen

Charles M. Queen

Donald W. Queen

Gilford W. Queen

Jestine Queen Gaither

Jean Queen Goode

Arbutus Queen Matthews

Phyllis Queen Matthews

Gwendolyn Queen Pindell

Mac & Ruby Stringer

Donna Stringer

Ethel P. Tignor

Madison W. Tignor

Marcia Denise Tignor

Bob Titlbach

Mark Torrey

Cynthia Townshend

John Lawrence Tredwell

Marilyn S. Turnburke

Gail Turnburke Snyder

Vernon P. Turnburke, Jr.

Anita R. Turner

Terry Uhler

Rob & Marlyn Winslow

Due to minimal response to this event in the midst of a busy season, we have decided to cancel today's Visio Divina event. We hope to organize a similar event during Lent with the opportunity to to reflect on artwork by Allan Crite through the meditative practice of visio divina.

Questions? Contact Pastoral Care Associate Lilian Revel. pastoralcare@trinitynewhaven.org

A tradition of our Christmas Pageant is the collection of unwrapped toys for the 'r kids Family Center, a beneficiary near and dear to one of our parishioners. Please bring a nonmilitary, unwrapped toy to the Pageant and when the time is right, a cast member will collect it from you. Thank you for your generosity!

Join us this Sunday at 5 p.m. for our final Choral Evensong of the term. Sung by the Trinity Men and Boys Schola, this service will feature music by Stephen Cleobury, Nathaniel Adam, and Paul Berry.

Pre-Service Organ Recital

The service will be preceded by an organ recital at 4:30 p.m. played by Organ Scholar David Preston. David will play works by Buxtehude, Bach, Dupré, and Saint-Saens. Join us!

Each year we invite parishioners to offer names of loved ones and friends for our Christmas memorials.Click HERE to add names and HERE to make a voluntary donation. Contributions can also be made by contacting Office Manager Kyle Picha.

kpicha@trinitynewhaven.org

203-624-3101 (ext. 100)

Names for Christmas memorials must be received by Thursday, December 21.

In the beginning of the year and when it ends,

We remember them.

When we are weary and in need of strength,

We remember them.

When we have joys we yearn to share,

We remember them.

Join us for our annual Homeless Persons' Memorial Service this Thursday, December 21, in partnership with Cornell Scott—Hill Health Center. All are welcome. Reception to follow.

Reach out if you there is someone you are remembering, who died in 2023 and experienced homelessness during their life, and we will add them to the list. We are also still accepting donations of shoes for this event: one pair represents each person who has died, and the shoes will be donated to people in the community following the service.

Christmas Eve morning, December 24, features a stable full of faith and fun for all! Join us at 10:30 a.m. for a Family Worship Service and our annual Christmas Festival. Doors open at 10 a.m. for crafts, games, memory-making, and friendly fellowship with parishioners and other families. Presented by Trinity's Children Youth, and Family Ministry. Come and celebrate our Savior's birth!

Congregation B’nai Jacob and Trinity Church on the Green come together to explore our similarities and differences—and the ways that both are a source of blessing. We will end the night with a program of songs and prayers that inspire us. Come, and deepen the relationship between our two congregations.

5:30 p.m. – Guided Conversation & Light Refreshments (Undercroft)

6:15 p.m. – Music & Prayer Service (Nave)

To RSVP:

B'nai Jacob: David Franklin (davidfranklin006@gmail.com)

Trinity: Rev. Heidi Thorsen (hthorsen@trinitynewhaven.org)

Students in grades Pre-K through High School will learn the story of St. Nicholas, whose feast day was December 6. We'll gather at 9:30 a.m. in the Undercroft for an opening prayer service then break out into age-appropriate classes for activities. Adults are welcome to attend "Faith Talk: Sacraments" in the Upper Room at 9:35. We hope you can join us!

Please bring non-perishable food or toiletries to Trinity for distribution to local food banks. Every item is needed and appreciated. Thank you for helping those in need this holiday season.

As we begin a new liturgical year this Sunday, join us at 10:30 a.m. for Advent Lessons & Carols sung by our Parish Choir. Prepare for the coming of the Lord with readings, prayers, and carols by Nathaniel Adam, Boris Ord, Malcolm Archer, James Davy, Eleanor Daley, and André Thomas. All are welcome!

If you're in the mood for more choral music after Advent Lessons & Carols this Sunday, stick around and join us for Evensong at 5 p.m. celebrating the Feast of St. Andrew (traditionally observed on November 30). Sung by the Choir of Adults & Girls and the Boys' Choir, the service will feature music by Margaret Burk, Hildegard von Bingen, and Paul Manz.

Pre-Service Organ Recital at 4:30 p.m.

Evensong will be preceded by a short organ recital at 4:30 p.m. played by Associate Director of Music Sarah Johnson. Featuring movements from Mendelssohn's Sonata No. 6 (Vater unser im Himmelreich) and Bach's Wachet auf ruft uns die Stimme (BWV 645). Come and hear our mighty Aeolian-Skinner organ!

Our Fall 2023 Adult Seminar series, titled "The Matrix of Faith and State," resumes this Sunday and next. Our upcoming sessions are:

• Sunday, December 3: Trinity Home Board's Women: Carving Out a Female-Managed Space and Place (Kate Walton)

• Sunday, December 10: Trinity's Harry Croswell Accomplishes the Disestablishment of Church from State (Neil Olsen)

Seminars meet at 9:30 a.m. in the Undercroft.

Our annual Christmas Pageant performed by Children, Youth, and Family Ministries will be held on Sunday, December 17 during our 10:30 service! The pageant will be complete with choir, live animals, and even a petting zoo outside on the apron. Rehearsal for all participants is Saturday, December 16 from 10 a.m. to noon. Questions? Contact Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries Angela Arpino.

family@trinitynewhaven.org

Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? I will, with God's help. –Baptismal Covenant

An Afghan asylum-seeking family who arrived in New Haven in 2023 is in urgent need of community support. The father, Faz, approached Trinity for help through Chapel on the Green in March 2023. Since then a team of churches and community members has come together around Faz and his family of five. They are currently unable to receive assistance from any agencies, including Integrated Refugee and Immigration Services (IRIS) due to the family's status and IRIS' capacity.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate Funds: All funds collected through this link will go directly towards supporting the family (including living expenses, legal feels, and saving up for permanent housing).

• Volunteer Drivers: Faz and family need a team of volunteers to take them to food pantries and appointments. Volunteers must have a car that can hold a car seat (provided by the family).

• In-Kind Donations: The family is currently looking for a laptop computer and insulated and waterproof boots (for three girls ages 12, 10, and 3, and mom and dad).

• Social Visits and Outings: We are looking for other families with young kids who might be interested in a playdate with the family. The family has very limited English but are friendly and eager to connect.

For more information, please contact Outreach Coordinator Lisa Levy. cotg@trinitynewhaven.org