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The Rev. Canon Anne Mallonee, Vicar
212.602.0800
Susan Ward, President
Mildred Chandler, Vice President
congregationalcouncil@trinitywallstreet.org
The Congregational Council of Trinity Church has the unique role of being responsible for the mission and outreach of the congregation. Together with the clergy and staff, and empowered by faith and spirit, our leadership role in the life of the Parish is to:
- Initiate, provide for, encourage, and maintain communication with the congregation, in order to share information and to keep the congregation informed;
- Respond to issues and initiate action;
- Empower other members of the congregation and staff to bring forth their talents;
- Evaluate parish ministries and provide accountability; and
- Serve as the bond between the congregation and the Vestry.
Members:
Ryan Campbell, Mildred Chandler, James Gomez, Sharon Hardy, Deborah E. Hope, Regina Jacobs, Cindy Jay, Heather L. Lorch, Ralph Lowry, Lorna Nembhard, Donato Mallano, Angela Mayers, Arthur J. Sikula, Tapua Tunduwani, and Susan Ward.
Standing Committees
Community
The Rev. Mark Bozzuti-Jones, Program Manager
212.602.0765
The Community Committee is responsible for ministries that build and support our common life.
New Beginnings
Lina Lowry
New Beginnings, a ministry for senior citizens, meets weekly on Thursday mornings for gentle yoga, Bible Study, to attend noon-day service, and to help with the distribution of brown bag lunches to needy persons. We also exchange news, sponsor programs and excursions of interest to those 60-plus and their friends of all ages, and encourage participation in all phases of Trinity life.
Nature and Spirituality
Cindy Jay
Our mission is to help people find greater spiritual completeness through engagement with nature. We ensure people have an enhanced appreciation of our environment and embrace a spiritual connection with God through nature. We also hope to empower the community of faith in a call to action to bring “good energy” to climate change and lifestyle issues that affect our earth. The Nature & Spirituality group welcomes opportunities to meet in natural surroundings for hikes, walks, observing, picnics, volunteer gardening and trail clearing, and other activities that put us in tune with nature and its holiness.
Spirituality for Alienated Parents
Nora Renzulli
This group of parents meets weekly for a peer-led, two-hour meeting, held on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Meetings offer support to parents alienated from their children due to court decisions.
20s / 30s Group
Heather Lorch
The mission of the 20s/30s Group is to encourage young adults within the Trinity Church and St. Paul's Chapel community to connect with each other and with God, and to explore Christian meaning in an inclusive and accepting environment through service, ministry, discussion, and social events. Bible studies, brunches after Sunday Eucharist, service opportunities, special dinner series, and other gatherings are organized. All are welcome, and participation in other parts of Trinity life is encouraged as well.
Retreats
Ralph Lowry
The Retreat ministry is responsible for three retreats a year: the Adult Parish retreat, Parish Retreat, and Recovery Retreat. All retreats seek to have a spiritual theme, as well as provide time for personal reflection for all participants. The Recovery Retreat is spiritual in nature and has one purpose and one goal: to help people stay sober. The Adult Retreat is usually held the last week of January, the Parish Retreat usually happens in June, and the Recovery Retreat in December.
Wine & Cheese Social Gatherings
Ryan Campbell
Wine and Cheese social gatherings provide an opportunity to get to know our fellow parishioners in a more intimate setting: they are a time for relaxation and good conversation. Bring your own bottle of wine, a wedge of cheese, and crackers.
Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
Lina Lowry
ECW provides all women of Trinity Church/St. Paul's Chapel opportunities for Christian fellowship within the parish and throughout the Diocese. ECW organizes Trinity’s participation in the United Thank Offering.
Arts
Rob Ridgell, Program Manager
212.602.9633
The Arts Committee plans and develops ministries and presentations for Trinity Wall
Street in all areas of music and the arts. We seek to celebrate the arts and to energize them for ministry.
Visual Arts
The Rev. Jack Moody
The Visual Arts Ministry believes that the arts are vital in discerning God's nature and relationship to all creation. This Ministry organizes art projects and exhibitions, develops educational opportunities, and encourages artists in the pursuit and exercise of their calling.
Lively Arts
Toni Foy
This community-outreach ministry presents readings, classes, staged performances, as well as theater, dance, poetry, and other events in order to provide theological insights on spiritual, social, and moral issues. Lively Arts also provides liturgical support by staging portions of the liturgy on major feast days.
Guitar Ministry
Ralph Lowry
The Guitar Ministry meets on the last Friday of the month. All are welcome; bring a guitar and your desire to play or to learn.
Hospitality
The Rev. Daniel Simons, Program Manager
212.602.0812
The Hospitality Committee is responsible for ministries of welcome, worship, and fellowship.
Nurture
Denise Shockley
The Nurture Committee plans and oversees a variety of fellowship events including coffee hour after each Sunday morning service, Twelfth Night Epiphany Party, Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Maundy Thursday Agape Meal, Parish Picnic, and more. The committee also supports events with other parish committees. We welcome any volunteers.
Welcome
Cindy Jay
The Welcome Committee greets members and visitors in Christ's name and helps incorporate people into the life of our church. Sunday Morning Greeters gather newcomer information in the church and at fellowship time. The Planning Committee coordinates events and celebrations.
Education
The Rev. Mark Bozzuti-Jones, Program Manager
212.602.0765
The Education Committee is responsible for ministries of Christian Education for the formation of Christian faith and life.
Discovery Ministry
Susan Ward
The Discovery Ministry plans and presents a wide range of adult education courses, special programs, and events. Volunteers are needed to help plan classes for the liturgical year.
Discovery morning class
Sunday 10am
Gospel, Times, Journal, and You
Sunday 10am
Discovery afternoon class
Sunday 1pm, September - June
Nursery
The Rev. Mark Bozzuti-Jones
212.602.0765 - Webpage
Trinity provides nursery care on Sunday mornings from 8:45am until 1pm at 74 Trinity Place, 3rd Floor. The nursery is staffed by childcare professionals.
Parish Library
Lina Lowry
A variety of books, computer access, and resources are available in the 3rd floor congregational library. Volunteers are needed to assist the librarian in maintaining and staffing the library.
Sunday School and Children’s Programming
Keisha Joseph
212.602.0755 - Webpage
The Children's Ministry is devoted to nurturing a child's spirit and heart. Children can be who they are and actively participate in their spiritual growth and learning in a safe and loving community. We facilitate play, art, music, and community prayer through which each child begins to experience and understand God. Sundays at 10am, September – June.
Godly Play
Pre-Kindergarten through 1st grade.
Living the Good News
2nd grade through 3rd grade.
Morning Glories
2nd grade through 3rd grade.
Youth Faith Formation
Ferina Moses
The Youth Ministry focuses on self, society, sexuality, and spirituality as we love and train the whole person at a young age. These areas are covered in relation to the Gospel so that youth will be strengthened, encouraged, healed, and empowered by the life and wisdom of Jesus Christ. Sundays at 10am, September – June.
Rite 13
6th through 8th grades
Journey to Adulthood
9th through 12th grades
Witness and Outreach
The Rev. Matt Heyd, Program Manager
212.602.0711
The Witness and Outreach Committee is responsible for ministries supporting evangelism and stewardship, enabling the Congregation and its individual members to engage in mission and service to the world, and building ecumenical, interfaith, and community partnerships.
Chorister Outreach
Martha Crum
The Chorister Outreach ministry matches youth chorus members with volunteer "godparents" who attend rehearsals and concerts and make phone visits that build community. The Outreach team also coordinates transportation chaperones that assist singers who would otherwise not be able to travel to rehearsals.
Lenten Meditations
Toni Foy
Lenten Meditations are collection of reflections written by the Trinity
Wall Street congregation, staff, and community that provide an opportunity to deepen faith, nurture spiritual growth, and develop community bonds. Members of the committee solicit contributions from writers and artists and organize writing workshops for contributors.
Collections Ministry
Lorna Bruce
Material collections are scheduled throughout the year to support various ministries. Past collections have included school supplies, toiletries, clothing, yarn, and stationery. Volunteers are needed to sort and deliver collected items.
Knitting and Crocheting Fellowship
Dolores Osborne
A time of fellowship for knitters, crocheters, and those who want to learn. The group creates prayer shawls, items for children of incarcerated persons, afghans, gifts for the
Christmas at Sea program of the Seamen's Church Institute, and other items in response to requests from other ministries. Supplies are provided.
Prison Ministry
Roz Hall
Trinity supports prisoners and their loved ones through education, advocacy, re-entry, and work that prevents future incarceration. Activities include visits to prisons; writing to prisoners; and partnering with other organizations to advocate for prison reform and humane legislation.
Social Justice
Emory Edwards
This committee focuses on social ministries and advocacy for social concerns both near and far, including our homeless ministry, AIDS ministry, and other topics of concern in the congregation.
Stewardship
Janet MacMillan
Trinity's Stewardship Committee helps people grow in their relationship with Jesus through the use of the time, talents, and money that God has entrusted to us.
Task Force Against Racism
Roz Hall
The Task Force addresses issues of diversity and racial justice in church and society through education, service, and prayer. We provide a forum for dialog and activities to encourage all people to live out the Gospel in unity and harmony.