Our City Context

“The rich and the poor meet together; the LORD is the Maker of them all” (Proverbs 22:2).

On the surface, New Haven is a city of contrasts, a checkerboard of distinct neighborhoods. University students inhabit the downtown along with people who sleep on the streets and others who beg for spare change. Historic mansions on top of Prospect Hill are just a few blocks away from boarded up houses in Newhallville. New Haven has both drug companies and drug addicts. Different groups of people inhabit the same city but live largely parallel lives.

Does the gospel of Jesus Christ make a difference in such a city? We believe it does. God has placed Trinity in downtown New Haven to bear witness to the transforming and reconciling power of Jesus Christ. The rich and the poor meet together on level ground when we stand at the foot of the cross.

Our urban ministries seek to proclaim the gospel to the poor in our city through word and deed, in the context of ongoing mutual relationships.  Prior experience is not required. All that is necessary is a willingness to learn.

Opportunities To Serve

Practical Needs

Our mercy ministry deacons coordinate practical care for church members who are elderly, disabled, widowed, unemployed, foster parents, single parents, low-income, homeless, or otherwise facing practical needs. Are you willing to spend time building a relationship? Do you have skills or experience that could be helpful? Contact Debbie Smith.

Bridges of Hope Mentoring

Tutoring & mentoring kids (ages 6-14) from a local public housing development. Tuesdays or Thursdays, 5-7pm. This program runs from September to May each year. A one-year commitment (minimum) is required. For more information see here.

Other Ministry Partnerships

We partner with Bridges of Hope, All Nations Christian Academy, The 180 Center, Christian Community Action, Borden House, and the Hope Child Development Center. Contact these organizations to learn more and explore volunteer opportunities.