Trinity Episcopal Church

Peace be with you,
One of the major things that were on my to do list when I moved here was to find a parish in the area that I would attend regularly and eventually switch my membership to. I visited parishes from Slidell to Kenner in search of the perfect fit for myself. I was referred here by a co-​worker who was friends with the executive assistant to the clergy that knew I was looking for an Episcopal church in the area.
With it being over 150 years old, the architecture and stained glass windows had me in awe at first sight. I was a little intimidated at first by the size of this parish because it has a large number of regular attendees. After going a few Sundays I felt the need to join a small group in order to get a real feel for the congregation. I came upon the «Trinity Young Adults» Facebook group page after it was listed in the similar pages section after I liked the church’s main page. I joined the group and eventually attended one of the monthly outings the Young Adults have to socialize together outside of worship services.
I was greeted with nothing but genuine, smiling faces that all wanted to know what they could do to make me feel as comfortable as possible. I knew this would be the final stop in my search for a church home. I have officially switched my membership to this parish and I’m so glad I did. As I’ve become a more regular face I’ve met so many very interesting people and I’ve gained many new «family» members. I plan to continue attending this parish indefinitely and I would encourage you to also give them a try if you are on the hunt for a new parish.

I love this church! Keep in mind that I am currently not religious, but grew up with a heavy hand of religion in my life, so I have a healthy respect for it.
I have been here a couple of times for the Trinity Artist Series they have (
aprizgintas@trinitynola…) and the sanctuary is HUGE, has a balcony, a pipe organ (even with the pipes in the back as well as the ones in the front). The stained glass windows and seasonal ornamentation are just awesome. I do like how they do outreach by contributing to the local population fulfilling needs that others could be helping out with. This church is a thing of beauty. They have an elevator for the handicapped, clean restrooms (which have hygiene items for people to use), everything is simply spotless.
I came Christmas Eve 2015 with my parents (who are still religious) for their service, and my sister played backup music for the service. Everything was wonderful, and the people were so friendly. They evidently have a wonderful K-​8 grade school.
I look forward to coming back for the Artist Series.

The most spirit-​filled Episcopal Church I have ever attended in the U.S., bar none!
I write this as a visitor from Chicago who has been in town for 9 days to pet-​sit for a relative. I am your basic «Lutherpalian» who belongs to an ELCA church in Chicago but generally frequents Episcopal churches when travelling in the South. I discovered Trinity’s Web site and was instantly enchanted. The Sunday service (which happened to be Pentecost) highlighted the church youth, and was thoroughly delightful. The organist raised the rafters with his passionate and virtuosic delivery, and the liturgy was reverent while enthusiastic (hard to achieve). The stained glass windows and interior are a total knock-​out, creating an other-​worldly atmosphere conducive to worship. Despite the country-​club couture of the parishioners, they could not have been more welcoming and friendly. I was so impressed that I went to their healing service this morning in the chapel. Let me tell you that tears flowed. The service had an intimacy and genuineness that will stay with me for some time to come. These people don’t just listen to the Gospel, they LIVE the Gospel; there is an active social ministry to complement their worship. «Chapeaux» to Trinity!

I’m thrilled to say that I’ll be getting married at Trinity New Orleans on April 21, 2012. I am positive it is going to be an amazing day whether its raining or not! The Dean of the Cathedral, Henry Hudson, is a wonderful man, welcoming and accommodating in every way. He runs an amazing operation at Trinity. In fact, on the Sunday evening that we went to Trinity to visit, a local brass band was performing in the sanctuary, apparently as they do each Sunday (late afternoon). it was a well-​attended performance!
I can only hope that my wedding in this pink stucco and mahogany masterpiece is so festive and so well-​attended. I’ll report back after the nuptials!

So Unilocal says I never reviewed Trinity. Except, I know I did. I think the Unilocal HQ people are messing with my mind. Or maybe it’s our local CM Jess. Y’all need to stop it.
Trinity is a nearly 200 year old grand Episcopal church. And while it is mostly uptown and lilywhite, it has been changing. Female priests have been hired by the parish since the early 90s and they church does a lot of outreach. I’m a fan of the current rector, Henry. He was wonderful at the death of a family member a few years ago, when he was brand new. Amazingly empathetic.

Since moving to the city full time in May I have been on a search for the «right» church for me. I think I have found it a Trinity Episcopal. The bright pink church made me giggle at first and I was quite intimidated by the size of it. I have always been a member of smaller congregations where the clergy knew everyone by first name. I thought that I would get lost in the shuffle at this church. I was mistaken. Although the main service is rather large, I attend the 8am service and feel like a member of a smaller community. Rev. Peter and Rev. Phoebe are both excellent speakers and very warm towards the entire congregation. I feel extremely comfortable attending any service in this very accepting community. The church also has wonderful programs outside of Sunday service like the Artist’s series that are a great outreach to the surrounding community. Trinity is a very special kind of urban church that I am growing quite fond of.

The big pink church near my digs happens to have convenient services, smart clergy, and a healthy sense of white guilt… sign me up for more!
Trinity is what every large, urban Episcopal church really should be. The Fathers (and Mother!) are on first-​name terms with even the most casual of attenders without slacking on the God-​talk. They are invested in their ministries and parish. The neighborhood around the church is of interest to the church. There is a lot of moving and shaking going on here, and I’m glad of it.
Make no mistake, however: this is an open and affirming congregation.
Episcopalians tend to be snappy dressers so shine your shoes before you step out.
Accessibility notes: Both sanctuary and chapel are fully accessible for mobility devices, although finding the entrance is rather convoluted. No braille bulletin or signage. No posted t-​loop information.