Travel to the Holy Land

Spirited Pilgrimages

A couple of years back, some members of Trinity Church traveled with our Rector, Paul Jeanes, and The Rev. Keith Marsh and to the Holy Land.

It proved to be a marvelous and spiritually uplifting experience for all who made the pilgrimage! After retiring in June of 2023, Keith started Spirited Pilgrimages, a business devoted to planning, promoting and hosting unique, small-group pilgrimages around the world for people of faith.

Two pilgrimages have been planned for the fall of next year and you are invited to join: 

  • The Footsteps of Paul – September 9-19, 2026 – travel through Turkey and Greece by land and sea - visit sites from the Book of Acts associated with St. Paul on his missionary journeys: Ephesus, Patmos, Corinth, Athens and more, including the islands of Crete and Santorini  

  • Celtic Christianity – October 12-24, 2026 – follow the path of Christianity’s early years in the Celtic kingdoms, beginning in Ireland and expanding into Scotland and northern England – trace the spread of Celtic Christianity from its introduction by St. Patrick to its demise at the Council of Whitby.

These pilgrimages will be led by Keith, an experienced pilgrimage planner and host. To learn more about these two all-inclusive pilgrimages – expansive itinerary, roundtrip airfare, lodging and meal details, price and deadlines, as well as how to reserve your spot – visit the Spirited Pilgrimages website at: spiritedpilgrimages.com

CHOIR TO LONDON

CHOIR TO LONDON

In August 2026, our choir will be on tour in the UK, first at Ely Cathedral and then at Westminster Abbey.

Trinity is putting together a trip for any parishioners who would like to support the choir while they are in London - and see the sights in London and beyond.

Whether you are a chorister parent, a spouse or friend of an adult choir member, or a Trinity parishioner who enjoys music, liturgy, and history, this trip is for you!

The tour will include day trips to Canterbury Cathedral and to Oxford, as well as activities in London itself. We will attend daily Evensong at Westminster Abbey, as well as the Sunday Eucharist at which Trinity's choir will sing.

If you're interested in the tour and wish to be added to the list, fill out the form at the link below:

https://forms.gle/jKkcFtroi926g9oy6

Pre-Advent Retreat Community of St. John the Baptist

Pre-Advent Retreat Community of St. John the Baptist

Are you looking for a way to start Advent in a prayerful way? Would you like to get away from Princeton to a quiet, historic retreat center? 

Join us for a two-night pre-Advent retreat at the Community of St. John the Baptist in Mendham, NJ. We’ll spend time in prayer and reflection, as well as enjoying the community’s natural beauty. The cost for lodging and meals is $250, and we need a firm number of attendees by October 14.

Register at the link below, and contact Kara at sladek@trinityprinceton.org to sign up. 

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TRINITY CHURCH’S 50TH ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE COMING IN OCTOBER

50TH ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE

October 16th - 18th

 
 

Trinity Church volunteers and staff are making final preparations for the 50th Annual Rummage Sale to be held October 16th - 18th in the historic Princeton church at 33 Mercer Street.  Shoppers can expect bargains in housewares and electronics, shoes and clothes for men, women and children, as well as books, toys, jewelry, framed art, and linens.  Unique silver and china can be found in the Boutique, and suits, ties and designer apparel will be available in the better men’s and women’s departments.  Proceeds will benefit Trinity’s local and international outreach programs.

“Bargain hunters and treasure seekers know that this celebration of sustainable reuse is a mark-your-calendar event,” says Susan MacGregor, head of the Trinity Rummage team. “There’s something for everyone whether you’re looking for gifts or for yourself.  You’ll find cookware, coffee-makers and crock pots, plus special occasion dresses and holiday decorations. Our friends and parishioners have opened their hearts and their closets to us and new donations are coming in every week.”

This year’s rummage sale starts with a first-day ticketed sale on Thursday, October 16 from noon - 5 PM.  Admission for the first day is $10.  Friday hours on October 17 are noon - 5 PM, and Saturday hours on October 18 are 9 AM - noon, with everything priced half off.

Thursday, October 16 from noon - 5 PM

Friday hours on October 17 are noon - 5 PM

Saturday hours on October 18 are 9 AM - noon (50% Sale)

MacGregor acknowledges it takes “the efforts of so many wonderful people who allow us to provide a fun and meaningful way to engage our town and neighboring communities. We’re truly grateful and hope to see you there.”  For more information or to volunteer email  rummage@trinityprinceton.org

50th Trinity Church Rummage Sale

Countdown to Trinity Church’s 50th Rummage Sale has Begun!

October 16th-18th

Donations will be accepted on Sundays after the 10:30 am service September 14th, 21st, 28th, and October 5th.

What time? Between Noon and 12:45

Where? At the PODs in the Trinity Parking Lot

Are reservations necessary? Yes, by email rummage@trinityprinceton.org

Can you make more than one reservation?  Yes

Which donations will help put our 50th sale over the top? 

Here are some suggestions based on past sales:

Jewelry – gold earrings & charm bracelets, broches with semi & precious stones, and costume items; books; clothes for men, women and children – “better” and “bargain”; framed art & treasures for the Boutique; craft & knitting supplies; holiday decorations & toys; housewares - glassware, fine and everyday china, kitchen pots & pans etc); linens; vintage items - hats, purses, scarves & gloves and dolls & doll houses with furniture; shoes & boots in good condition.

Electrical items in working order are in great demand: coffee pots, tea kettles, crock pots, blenders, toaster ovens & electric griddles; lamps; sewing machines; holiday decorations with lights in working order; small TVs.

YOUR SUPPORT NEEDED

I would also like to help put the 50th sale over the top and will send a message to rummage@trinityprinceton.org when I will be available:

  • Sundays at the PODs accepting donations

  • Saturday, October 11 from 9:30-11 am setting up the sale

  • Sunday, October 12 from1-3:30 pm bringing donations from PODs to rooms for the sale

  • Monday-Thursday, October 13-16 any time between 9 am-2 pm setting up, displaying and pricing items

  • Thursday-Saturday, October 16-18 at the sale: “meet and greet” and welcome shoppers; be a cashier or a “wrapper”; sell “art in the hallway” & shoes; help shoppers find a holiday gift; pass on information about Trinity Church; take unsold items to the Goodwill truck; be an unsung hero and help clear up and return the rooms for Sunday programs!!!

With thanks for your support,

The Rummage Committee

(Susan, Margot, Dan, Helen, Linda & Bob, Sylvia, Helen & John, Harry & team, Helene, Alison, Terri, Carol, Ireen, Connie, Rosemary, Fred, PA, Camille, Anderson, Amy, Kim, Katie, Liz, Chris, Barb & Barb & Wendy, Rob, Martha, Tracy)

Welcome to Our Interns

Rachel First

“Hello! My name is Rachel First, and I am a second-year M.Div. student at Princeton Theological Seminary. Growing up in a military family, I spent my childhood in both St. Louis, Missouri, and Santa Barbara, California, where I was active in youth ministry, Sunday school, and worship before moving to Chicago to complete my undergraduate degree in theology. I have worked as both a teaching and research assistant in theology throughout my undergraduate and graduate studies, with specialized interests in medieval theology, church history, and the role of gender in religious language and tradition. In my free time, I enjoy practicing the harp, playing video games, and spending time with my beloved husband Zach and our parakeet, Quill. I have been a member of Trinity Church for over a year, and I am eager to serve the congregation as an intern!”

Rob Long

Rob Long is second-year student at Princeton Seminary, but before that he was a writer and producer in Hollywood. He began his writing career on TV’s long-running “Cheers,” and served as co-executive producer in its final season. During his time on the series, “Cheers” received two Emmy Awards, and two Golden Globe awards. He graduated from Yale University in 1987, and spent two years at UCLA School of Film, Theater and Television. Rob has been twice nominated for an Emmy Award, and has received a Writers Guild of America award and a Golden Globe. He is a member of St. James Church in New York City and is discerning ordination in the Diocese of New York. 

Emma Stewart 

“Hi everyone! I’m Emma Stewart, a second-year MDiv student at Princeton Theological Seminary from Birmingham, Alabama. I’m looking forward to meeting each of you throughout my time this year and learning about what makes Trinity Church such a special place. I have a background in elementary education and worked previously in children’s ministry, but I am looking forward to stretching my skills and trying new avenues of ministry at Trinity. In my free time, I love to read for fun (send me all your recommendations!) and walk on the canal path with my pup, Billie. I can’t wait for a great year!”

 

Nominations for Vestry

Elections for four new vestry members will be held during the Annual Meeting on November 9th. Any baptized and confirmed parishioner who has pledged is eligible for nomination. Vestry members serve a three year term.

 If you love Trinity Church and would like to serve on its governing body, we encourage you to nominate yourself by contacting the co-chairs of the Vestry Nominating Committee, Melissa Scott (mebscott@comcast.net) and Chris Leavell (cleavell@gmail.com).

If you'd like to nominate someone other than yourself, feel free to contact Melissa and Chris with your suggestion.

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