Who We Are
Liturgy, Worship, and Educational Formation
The liturgy for all worship services is based on the Book of Common Prayer. The Eucharist is celebrated at our principal service at 10 am on Sundays. Services are held on Saturday (5 pm) and Sunday, 8 am and 10 am. Most services are based on contemporary language, Rite II, Enriching Our Worship, and the inclusive psalter.
Our music ministry is currently supported in a single service by two accomplished organists on a Hook & Hastings organ. The music ministry has at times included a jazz combo, solo operatic singers, and Reggae and roots musicians. The service has been known to expand to a local beach and explore new liturgies like Wild Worship at sites like Fogland Beach.
Bible Study is held from September to May at 9 am between the 8 am and 10 am services. This year, it will begin on September 14th. We will be exploring the three-legged stool of the Episcopal Church (Scripture, Tradition, and Reason), starting with "How to Read Scripture as Episcopalians." All are welcome.
Historical Roots
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is the present-day manifestation of over 300 years of prayer, worship, and ministry in Tiverton, Rhode Island. The congregation understands our colonial roots, historic church building, and exemplary views of the Sakonnet River. This pride and conviction provide the energy to further spiritual growth in the community under Jesus Christ through worship services, outreach and stewarding our special place.
Community Connections and Outreach
Holy Trinity Church has and continues to provide outreach to the community. The lower level of the Parish Hall is primarily dedicated to the Holy Trinity Thrift Shoppe. The Thrift Shoppe accepts lightly used donations of clothing and goods and opens its doors to the community for a pleasurable, affordable shopping experience. The Trinity Trader is a significant source of funding for the church. Our upper Parish Hall is open weekly to a local chapter of Gamblers Anonymous; it is also open for wedding receptions, birthday parties, and family reunions. Our clergy and members of the congregation have supported the Newport County Prevention Coalition, the RI Council of Churches, and Love Wins. We also partner with the local Community Food Pantry at Stone Church and the New Bedford Salvation Army Soup Kitchen.
Renting our Sanctuary and Parish Hall
Our space is perfect for:
Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Concerts, Music Rehearsals, Public Forums, Dance or Yoga Studios, Baby Showers, Book Clubs, Meetings, Offices, Kitchens, and More
A holy space, perfect for concerts and non-profit forums.There are no permanent pews in our sanctuary; instead we use movable chairs and pews on casters, allowing for flexible seating arrangements.Monday - Friday 4 pm: $100/hr
Friday 4 pm - Sunday: $150/hrAdditional Information:
- Not available on Sundays before 1pm.
- For an additional flat fee of $50, the church can set up and take down tables and chairs.
- Can comfortably hold 150
- Use of the Sanctuary piano may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please inquire.
- This room has a sound system that renters may use upon request. Please note that technical support might not be available during your event.
- Use of Guest WiFi is included for your event. Higher-speed WiFi may be available if needed for streaming.
Friday 4pm - Sunday: $90/hrAdditional Information:- Add $20/hr to include use of the parish-hall kitchen.
- For an additional flat fee of $50, the church can set up and take down tables and chairs.
- The Parish Hall is 1,548 sq ft and can comfortably hold 75 people.
- This room has a sound system that renters may use upon request. Please note that technical support might not be available during your event.
- We have an upright piano in the sanctuary and it may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please inquire.
- You may add your own decorations to this room using masking tape.
- Use of Guest WiFi is included for your event. Higher-speed WiFi may be available if needed for streaming.
Holy Trinity is a welcome, affirming church and a safe place for all! The Episcopal Church in Rhode Island believes that everyone is made in God’s image and that all people are equally loved and welcomed by God. Accordingly, we rent our spaces to individuals, groups, and organizations that try to live this way. No events held at Holy Trinity may discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, disability, income, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Holy Trinity Church welcomes everyone. Whoever you are and whatever you come from, you are welcome here. Our community affirms the good news we find in the Gospel: you belong before you believe. We believe each person has a gift to bring to the life of our church, and we empower people to discover and enact these gifts in our life together as a holy and living sacrifice to God.
We are a little church with a big heart that reflects the mosaic of the local community. We are a family of about eighty persons across age groups, incomes, nationalities, professions, and family systems. As a diverse congregation, an ethic of sustained care, hospitality, theological curiosity, and belonging unites us at Holy Trinity. We understand ourselves as an extended family, woven as one body where each member plays an integral part in the whole.
Our members care about each other and welcome all who come into our home. It’s easy for everyone to get to know each other at our popular coffee hours and to become involved in the life of the church without getting lost in the crowd. We worship together, work together, and strive to live out God’s word together.
We are all called to be ministers
Holy Trinity believes that each of us who is baptized is called to ministry, and that the talents that God has given us will determine where and how we can serve. We have a variety of ministries and activities for parishioners to take part in and encourage people to discover what their passion is and to offer that passion is service to God.
Worship is our focus at Holy Trinity. It is when we sing to God, pray to God and are fed by God. It is also the time when we meet as a community, supporting and encouraging each other in our faith and in our lives, in our joys and in our sorrows.
Mission and Vision
Mission: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church embodies the good news of the Gospel by welcoming and serving all people. We believe God emboldens us to be a force for love, justice, and mercy in our community.
Vision: With God's help, we strive to foster belonging and inclusivity by inviting everyone to participate in our common life and liturgical practice of worship, service, and prayer. We are a community formed by the ever-widening love of Christ and the Holy Spirit, who empowers everyone to minister and affirm all people with God's help.
Worship and Tradition
Emphasizing communal worship, sacraments, and a connection to Episcopal tradition through the Book of Common Prayer.
Inclusive Community and Hospitality
Creating a family-like atmosphere that warmly welcomes new faces, values diverse perspectives, and fosters authentic relationships that are life-affirming and sustaining.
Service and Outreach
Encouraging parishioners to serve others, whether through outreach programs, such as volunteering at the Salvation Army or supporting the local food pantry, or by sharing their unique gifts and experiences.
Spiritual Growth and Education
Providing opportunities for lifelong learning about scripture, tradition, and reason, including deepening our inner lives through music, reading, quiet days, and contemplative prayer; strengthening theological muscles through book groups, Bible studies, and common worship; and investing in the future life of the church through education and support for children and family education, young adults, and aging adults.
Life Together
At Trinity Episcopal Church, our mission is to be a welcoming community where all can experience God’s love through worship, service, and spiritual nurture. Rooted in the three-legged stool of the Episcopal Church (Scripture, Tradition, and Reason), we embrace diverse perspectives, foster lasting relationships, and strive to meet emergent, chronic, and systemic needs of our neighbors.
Common Worship
Foregrounding the gifts of the Episcopal tradition, including our roots in progressive theology, permission to question, emphasis on social justice, liturgical space for contemplation, and inclusive, mindful Christian community grounded in the sacraments.
Community and Hospitality
Creating a family-like atmosphere that warmly welcomes new faces, values diverse perspectives, and fosters strong relationships within the congregation.
Service and Outreach
Encouraging parishioners to serve others, whether through outreach programs, such as volunteering at the Salvation Army or supporting the local food pantry, or by sharing their unique talents.
Spiritual Formation and Education
Providing opportunities for lifelong learning and spiritual development, from Bible studies to children's education.