A new model for ministry:
​Associate Rector and Deanery Minister for Youth and Families

Are you called to a new collaborative ministry that could transform the Church?
The Associate Rector and Deanery Minister for Youth and Families position combines a half-time commitment to Trinity Church, Swarthmore, and a further, half-time commitment to collaborative Youth and Family Ministries across the Deanery.  The parish of Trinity and the Delaware Deanery lay and clergy leadership are excited to offer this new model for collaboration.  We believe not only that it will serve our deanery well, but that it could become a model for the larger Church.  We also believe it represents a unique and exciting opportunity for a priest - perhaps new or newer to ordained ministry - to explore ministry in both parish and inter-parish settings, with strong support from a seasoned clergy and active laypersons. 

Sunday Morning Schedule

Trinity offers two Sunday Worship services,  8am Rite I with Traditional Language, and 10:30am Rite II Choral Eucharist with full choir, with light breakfast and formation time in between services. 
  • 8am Holy Eucharist, Rite One  - Traditional language, spoken service (no music), worship is on-site and via Trinity YouTube 
  • 9am Parish Breakfast - Fellowship and food in the Parish Hall, accessible by stairs and elevator
  • 9:30am Education for All Ages  - Formation for children and adults, see bulletin for program notes
  • 10:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite Two - Contemporary language, with choir, chant & hymns, worship is on-site and via Trinity YouTube.  ​
  • 11:30AM "Take Ten"  - Refreshment time, in the Shero Room

Weekly Worship and Prayer

Visit our Worship page to learn more about our two Sunday Services and mid-week worship offerings.​

Daily Morning Prayer
​Mon-Fri., 8AM

  • On-line only (see Zoom link above)
  • Or dial  +1-267-831-0333, Meeting ID 814 6969 3551
  • 1979 Book of Common Prayer found here

Centering
​Prayer
​Monday, 7:30PM

  • On-line only: Contact office to request Zoom link
  • Contemplative reading and study of Scripture, sharing reflections, and "sitting" in silence ​​

Mid-Week Holy Eucharist
​Weds., 12PM

  • ​On-site only
  • A contemplative Holy Eucharist, with time for shared dialogue in reflection on the Scriptures
  • ​Held in the Choir Chancel

Taizé
​Service
​Weds., 7:30PM

  • ​Occurs once a month, September to June, with live musicians, chanting, scripture, and quiet prayer
  • Check the Weekly Announcements  for the Taizé service dates
  • Held in the Trinity Sanctuary, please enter in silence.  On-site only

Children and Youth

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​SUNDAY EDUCATION AND PROGRAMS 
(between services)   NEW!!:  ALL BEGIN at 9:30AM!!  
  • Our Sunday children's program runs during the program year, September through June, with a break during the summer
  • NEW!!:  ​Elementary Formation is for those in kindergarten through 5th grades, using STORYMAKERS 'THE DREAMER' curriculum based on each week's worship readings (lectionary). ​​This class begins at 9:30am ; at 10:20 am kids return to the service and leave after the Gospel; return at the Peace. We have begun our adventure to Egypt. Don't miss out!!
  •  NEW!!: Middle School Youth Group is for 6th - 8th graders. This class begins at 9:30 am in the multi-purpose room. "YOUR FUTURE SELF" program from STORYMAKERS has begun!  Join us...all are welcome. ​
  • More detailed information on Children & Youth can be found under our "EDUCATION" page.  Click the "Get Our Emails"  button  to receive the weekly Children & Youth email newsletter.
YOUTH SUNDAY & YOUTH CHOIR:  Usually on the Second Sundays each Month! 
All invited to participate.

The Mission of Trinity Church

Our mission is...
to be a vital Christian community, affirming the gifts of all God’s people: women and men; young and old; of every race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, and disability. We are called by God to support each other at every stage of our faith journey as we pray, worship, proclaim the Gospel, and promote justice, peace, and love. By these means, we seek to restore all to unity with God and each other in Christ."

Trinity House Renovation

We're investing in the next generation by renovating Trinity House,  visit our Trinity House Renovation page to find out how...

Trinity Thrift Shop

Come Shop with Us!
Trinity Thrift Shop Next Sale Date
Friday, October 16, 2026
​8:30am to 1pm

Donations are accepted on Thursdays from
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM.

Trinity Thrift Shop is open every Thursday from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM to accept donations. We welcome gently used housewares, linens, small appliances & furniture,  clothing, jewelry and collectibles. We are unable to accept books, car seats, cribs, TVs and computers. Donations may be placed beside the locked doors of the Trinity Thrift Shop before and after services on Sunday, or dropped off on Thursdays between ​8:30 AM - 11:30 AM and during our sale days.

Click on "Enter Thrift Shop Here" for the full list of 2026-2027 sale dates.

Serving in our 50th year of supporting local charities and outreach programs.

​Follow us on instagram:  @trinity.thrift.shop for updates on sales, half-off days, and special shopping days!

TRINITY CHURCH, SWARTHMORE
​301 N. Chester Road
​Swarthmore, PA 19081
610-544-2297

Trinity Church is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania

Our mission is...
to be a vital Christian community, affirming the gifts of all God’s people: women and men; young and old; of every race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, and disability. We are called by God to support each other at every stage of our faith journey as we pray, worship, proclaim the Gospel, and promote justice, peace, and love. By these means, we seek to restore all to unity with God and each other in Christ."

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