April 9, 2026

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Dear Trinity Episcopal Church,


Alleluia! Christ is risen! Worshiping with all of you during Holy Week and Easter was such a gift.


Beyond that, I want to especially thank everyone who worked so hard to make all of this possible - the Altar Guild, acolytes, choir, ushers, servers, Vestry, and staff. Truly, this was a symbol of the Body of Christ coming together to open our doors for worship.


Speaking personally, I am looking forward to my sabbatical which starts on May 1. Your grace and generosity to me is simply astounding. Thank you.


In Christ,

Jimmy

Easter at Trinity Church

Lunch and Learn

This Friday!

12:00 p.m. – Lower Eaton Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church




Sarah Piel – Galveston Historic Downtown Cultural Arts District

Friday, April 10, 2026


Sarah Piel is the Executive Director of ARTS Downtown GTX, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening Galveston’s cultural life by connecting artists, businesses, and the community. Under her leadership, ARTS Downtown GTX has launched collaborative programs such as ART Week Galveston, the Old Quarter Singer-Songwriter Festival, and the Bayou & Blues Art Festival, while also developing long-term projects like The Gallery Gogh and The Broadway, a multipurpose arts and community space.

With a mission to empower artists, spark creativity, and foster economic vitality, Sarah and ARTS Downtown GTX are working to position Galveston as one of the nation’s top arts and culture destinations.

WORSHIP BULLETINS

Sunday, April 12

Download the worship bulletin on your phone or tablet and save paper!

8:00 a.m. Worship Service

10:30 a.m. Worship Service

Meetings & Events

At-a-glance


Sun., Apr. 12

Worship services

8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Church Sanctuary


Sunday School for all

9:30 a.m.

Adults – Upper Eaton Hall

Children – Children’s Chapel

Youth – Episcopal Student Ctr.


Sunday School – Soul of an Artist presenter schedule:

April 19 – Dixie Messner

April 26 – Kathy VanDewalli


Mon., Apr. 13

Women’s Bible Study

5:30 p.m. Kelso Room


Tue., Apr. 14

HAPS Exercise Class

5:30 p.m.

Lower Eaton Hall


Wed., Apr. 15

Evening Prayer:

5:30 p.m. - Church


College Bible Study

5:30 p.m.

Episcopal Student Center


Choir Rehearsal

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.


Thur., Apr. 16

Geezers Lunch Group

11:30 a.m.

Sonny’s Place Restaurant


SAVE THE DATES!


Sunday, April 19

Youth Confirmation class held after the 10:30 am worship service



Sunday, May 17

End of year youth group party after church


Sunday, May 31

Save the date for Trinity Sunday as we celebrate our church's 185th anniversary!


Jr. Daughters of the King Afternoon Tea Party!

Sunday, April 12

11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Upper Eaton Hall

An annual favorite here at Trinity Church! Put on your Sunday best and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea and help our Junior Daughters of the King at the same time! Contest for most creative fascinator and hat or top hat; enjoy finger sandwiches, delectable desserts; and of course, tea!

There is no charge to attend the Afternoon Tea, but reservations are encouraged and all donations are greatly appreciated. All donations are used for outreach programs of the Ben E. chapter of the Jr. Daughters of the King.

Sunday School


All Sunday School sessions take place at 9:30 a.m.


  • Adult Sunday School - held in Upper Eaton Hall.
  • Youth Group Sunday School - held in the Episcopal Student Center.
  • Children's Sunday School is in the Children's Chapel.


Children's Chapel, takes place during the 10:30 a.m. service.

Sunday School - The Soul of an Artist

Acrylic floral by Dixie Messner

Schedule of Artists at upcoming Sunday School sessions:

Sun., April 19 - Dixie Messner

Sun., April 26 - Kathy VanDewalli


This spring, Trinity Church is presenting a series called, "The Soul of an Artist." We will be highlighting the artistic talents of our parishioners and learning how their work intersects with spirituality. Plus, we will be engaging the holy scriptures and exploring how certain stories have been depicted through art, music, and poetry over the centuries.

On April 19th, Dixie Messner invites the Trinity church family to visit her gallery for a special open house at 11:30 a.m.:


Dixie Messner Gallery

2218 post office St.

Mini Donuts made on site with champagne. 


Bible Study Offerings


Men's Breakfast and Bible Study -

Tuesdays - 6:30am

Location: El Jardin (413 24th Street)


After School Bible Study for Trinity School Students

Tuesdays - 3:00pm

Location: Trinity Middle School



Monday Women's Bible Study

Monday's - 5:30 p.m. - Kelso Room


College Students Bible Study

Wednesdays - 6:30pm

Episcopal Student Center

Pastoral Care Offered

Pastoral Care

It is our joy to be with you in prayer whether it is serving Communion at home, praying before hospital visits, or a special service of anointing. Our clergy would like to know how we can be of assistance to you in your time of need. Please visit our website and click “Pastoral Care”

www.trinitygalv.org/pastoralcare

to share your needs with us. When prompted, please fill out the requested information, including your name, contact information and prayer need.


Meets the 2nd Sunday of the Month

Sun., March 12

9:15 a.m.

Kelso Room

Trinity's Outreach Committee wants your input! Join the committee on the second Sunday of each month in the Kelso Room. Join in the generosity of Trinity Episcopal Church as they support our community!

Donate non-perishable food items for St. Vincent's House

Please help us continue to fill our Blue Barrel of Hope with non-perishable food for St. Vincent's House. Barrel is located in the back of the Church. Donations may also be dropped off in box near church office entrance.


FOOD PANTRY HELP NEEDED

Immediate need for non-perishable food!



Online Donations

For our online shoppers - use St. Vincent's House Amazon Wish List and send items directly to St. Vincent's House!

Parish Prayer List

Laura Brotherton, Scott Sherry, Polly Goodner, Molly Wright, Allan Matthews, Bob Newding, Carol Ramirez, Cort Thornton, Debbie Williams, Carolyn Speich, Shirley Ellis, Sandra Sterling, Jennifer Kelso, Brenda Atchley, Tim Nelick, Mike Ellis, Elizabeth Sullivant, Leta Higgins, Mary Bratton, and Roger Lindsey.


Those in active military service, especially Will Kerr, Christopher Citti, Charles Lewis, John Parker Unbehagen, Theo Unbehagen, John Kelso, Jr., and David Middleton.



Those celebrating birthdays in April, especially Mike Ellis, Valeria Martin, Martha McLeod, Andrew Kelso, Evadney Hudson, Scott Hughes, Heidi Haglund, Philip Thomas, Carson Blancken, Catherine Thomas, Bobby Mascorro, George Parsons, Taylor Williams, Katharine Galindo, Michael G. O'Reilly, Karen Rush, Lyda Slayton, Sarah Piel, Susan Horton, Ed Muncey, Tracy Ray, Gwynith Camp, Stuart Petty, Geralden Williams, Scott Galindo, Kathleen Galbraith, Margaret Mathers, Jonathan Zendeh Del, Susan Polk, Jim Bratton, Richard Lee, Tom Clark, Keith Davis, Gina Thomas, Walker Mascorro, Sal Patane, Declan Ray, and Jo Ann Ware.


Each month we will refresh the Parish Prayer list. If you have any prayer requests or would like someone added back on the prayer list, please use button below.



Did we miss your birthday? If so, our apologies - please call and let us confirm we have your birthday in Realm!

Trinity Episcopal School is on Spring Break March 9-13

The mission of Trinity Episcopal School is to nurture and educate children in a God-centered environment, filling hearts and minds with a passion for learning, a strong moral foundation, a commitment to social responsibility, and respect for all people.

2026 VESTRY

2026 Vestry (top row, left to right): Olivia Meyer (Senior Warden), Georgeann Strong (Jr. Warden), Kelley Delesandri (Treasurer), Brian Massey (Clerk), Ann Anderson and Susan Edmonson. (Bottom row, left to right) Edee Harvey, Chris Hofstad, Jerry Jackson, Robert Krout, Mike Malloy and John Speich.

STAFF

Rector – The Rev. Jimmy Abbott

Curate - The Rev. Chase Bradley

Director of Music - Joseph Painter

Parish Administrator – Kathy VanDewalli

Director of Finance – Gretchen Schulz

Children's Ministry - Jackie Fields

Head of Trinity Episcopal School – Mark Fallo

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