The ministry of Worship is the Church at prayer:  communally and individually.  The liturgy is the “work of the people,” and that is very true for Holy Trinity parish.  The assembly is central to the celebration, as we all are gathered together by Christ in worship and praise.  We strive in our prayer to be nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ so that we can go and live the Eucharist in the world through our interactions with others and our work for justice in the world.

In addition to being part of the assembly, many are involved in special liturgical ministries – ministry at Mass or part of the preparation for Mass.  Holy Trinity has over 400 ministers involved in a variety of roles, and new people are always welcome.

Each week, we celebrate Sunday Masses, daily Masses, and regular opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  At other times throughout the year, the Parish will celebrate communal rites for the Anointing of the Sick, Reconciliation, Evening Prayer, School Masses, and celebrations of sacraments such as First Communion and Confirmation.  Of course, funerals, memorial masses, baptisms and weddings are celebrated throughout the year as well.

The Worship Committee serves as a permanent advisory committee to the Pastoral Council; Committee members consider liturgical initiatives, and addresses liturgical issues and concerns that arise in the parish.  They are also responsible for planning the outlining the preparation of the seasons and feasts of the year.  Liturgy Preparation Teams serve as promoters of good worship for the various regular weekend liturgies.  Within the liturgical celebrations themselves, parishioners serve as lectors, Communion ministers, hospitality ministers and in many other roles.  New members are always welcome.

>Holy Trinity is a diverse and welcoming parish.  While each of the Masses has an emphasis one way or another is style of music or celebration, all are part of the one parish and work together toward our common goal of building up the Kingdom of God.

• 5:30 p.m. Saturday Vigil:

  with organ or piano and cantor and a mixed repertoire of music; this Mass has a Liturgy Preparation Team which works with the variety of people who attend.

• 7:30 a.m. Sunday:

  the only Sunday Mass without regular music; this Mass draws those who are nourished by a quieter celebration in the early morning.

• 9:00 a.m. Sunday (in both Church and Theater):

  [This liturgy moves to 9:30 a.m. from May 27 – September 2.  The Mass is celebrated in the Church and Theater on May 27, June 3, 17, and 24; and in the Church on June 10, July 1 – September 2.]
  with piano, organ, guitar, other instruments, choir and cantor and a repertoire of mostly contemporary liturgical composers; this Mass has a Liturgy Preparation Team and many of those who attend are families with children and youth, although all are welcome.  In the theater, children ages 4-8 are taken out for a special Children’s Liturgy of the Word.  This Mass immediately precedes Sunday morning educational experiences for children, youth, and adults.

• 11:30 a.m. Sunday:

  with organ, choir, cantor and a traditional/classical repertoire; this Mass has a Liturgy Preparation Team and many who attend are nourished by a more formal style of worship and song.

• 1:15 p.m. Sunday:

  with organ or piano and cantor and a mixed repertoire of music; this Mass has a Liturgy Preparation Team which works with the variety of people who attend.

• 5:30 p.m. Sunday:

  with piano, guitar, flute, other instruments, and choir with contemporary repertoire.  This Mass has a Liturgy Planning Team; many young adults attend this Mass, but not exclusively by any means.

• Monthly Youth Mass:

  Each month, a special liturgy for young people (grades 7-12) is held at 9:10 a.m. in the Chapel.  Youth are involved as lectors, musicians, and liturgical planners.  See the weekly bulletin for additional information.

• Monthly Y.A.C. (Young Adult Community) Mass:

  Each month (usually the second Sunday), a liturgy for young adults is held in the Chapel at 7:15 p.m.  See the weekly bulletin for additional information.