HTBlog
Holy Trinity has become an anchor within our lives. Youth activities including Sunday school and the youth group program have allowed our kids to be involved in something bigger than themselves, opening their minds and hearts. We have both taken on roles within Holy Trinity to get involved as much as we’re able, which is another great attribute within Holy Trinity. The unassuming nature of belonging and getting involved.
Building good solid foundations and relationships takes time and energy – something that God renewed in us when we committed to being a part of community here. Holy Trinity is not just a plug and play energizer bunny. It’s the conduit for the energy and inspiration that God is waiting to give each of us.
A couple years ago, I found myself drawn to three seemingly paradoxical things: progressive Christianity, orthodox Christianity, and contemplative/mystical Christianity. How and where in the world would I find a faith community that embraces all three?
Holy Trinity was and is that place: A sacred space that welcomes all to the table (even a heretic like me). One that embraces a progressive worldview while remaining rooted in ancient orthodox theology. One that provides that holy comma every week where I can rest my weary soul and allow God’s grace to swoop in and soften my heart. One that encourages my endless questions - and even doubts.
I’ve never encountered an institution of any kind, faith-based or not, that was willing to do the hard work of anti-racism and that truly wants to be a place that is inclusive of anyone who wants to be a part of it. A place that has been patient with me as I learned the meaning and significance of liturgy and the liturgical year in order to contribute more fully as a musician and staff member. A place that brings new meaning and perspective to the stories I read as a child. A place that truly wants to be welcoming of anyone who walks in the door, and is never finished with the work it requires to do so. I never imagined a place like Holy Trinity existed, and I’m happy to be a part of it.
Since our second location’s genesis in the South Loop, you will most likely find me there with my family worshiping late each Saturday afternoon along with 30-50 members and seekers, perhaps reading a lesson or sharing hospitality. Joyce was committed in burial there almost two years ago, as she was commended to Eternal Life in a full Eucharistic Choral Service at our Lakeview site three months later. I’m now one of our oldest members; that is why I said "This is an end of life story." For we came here committed to this being where we will light our lamps to shine along with yours in the Winter of our earthly lives. It is where I implore you to join me in affirming Isaiah’s call (Is. 60:1) in a musical cacophony: "Arise shine; for your light has come..." – as a first cadre in support of those next century Holy Trinitarians, witnessing that "the glory of the Lord has risen upon you." Come and See.
