Trinity Youth
Trinity Youth includes parishioners, students from Trinity’s School Partnerships, and youth from across NYC. We are a community that strives to practice radical welcome – the full inclusion of all people regardless of background, beliefs, or experience. You, your voice, and your experiences are valid and valued here.
Enroll for 2021–2022 Trinity Youth
Whether you're new to Trinity Youth, or have been part of the community for years, it's time to enroll to be part of the program for the 2021-2022 school year. When you enroll, you’ll receive access to our amazing, brand new teens-only space on the 5th floor of Trinity Commons (the new community building behind Trinity Church).
You don't want to miss out—it's got a full gym with a basketball court, a teaching kitchen, and plenty of space to hang out or do homework. Enrolling gets you connected to after-school programs, academic support, and connection to resources in the city like Urban Word, the New York Public Library, and the Department of Youth and Community Development. You'll also receive a special welcome packet in the mail!
Trinity Youth includes parishioners, students from Trinity’s School Partnerships, and youth from across NYC. We are a community that strives to practice radical welcome – the full inclusion of all people regardless of background, beliefs, or experience. You, your voice, and your experiences are valid and valued here.
Get Involved
Trinity Youth Fall Retreat | October 29–31, 2021 | 3pm Friday–3pm Sunday | Trinity Retreat Center, West Cornwall, CT
Register for a Trinity Youth Halloween weekend at the Trinity Retreat Center. We’ll have time for games, hiking, s’mores, and low-key spooky mischief. Come and hang out with other Trinity Youth, Trinity Youth Staff and, of course, the Trinity Retreat Center donkeys. Be sure to bring a costume for the costume party! Transportation will be provided by Trinity, and you’ll be back in New York City in time for your family’s Halloween festivities on Sunday night. All attendees must be vaccinated, and proof of vaccination will be required. Cost: $100; financial aid available. The deadline to register is October 18.
How to register:
- Step 1: If you haven't already, register here for the 2021-2022 Trinity Youth program.
- Step 2: Register for the fall retreat here.
- Step 3: Check your email for instructions on how to submit your waiver and payment.
Trinity Youth Group | Wednesdays, 7pm | At Trinity Commons, starting October 6, 2021
Do you need a space where you can unwind and unmute? A channel for you to be yourself and explore the big questions—and maybe the silly ones too? Do you wonder about who you are and how you want to be in the world? Trinity Youth Group meets each Wednesday to do all of that and more. We take time to eat dinner, play games, and talk about what’s on our minds—supported by our beliefs and by one another. Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is required for this program.
Trinity Youth Chorus
The Trinity Youth Chorus brings together talented youth from the five boroughs of New York City. Choristers receive individual and group training in vocal technique, music theory, sight-reading, and performance skills from a group of dedicated professionals led by Melissa Attebury, Trinity’s Associate Director of Music. Read more about the Trinity Youth Chorus here.
Community Partnerships
For questions regarding the following programs, email Jennifer Chinn, Senior Program Manager, Youth & Congregational Life at jchinn@trinitywallstreet.org.
Tutoring for Middle & High School Students with Skooli
The Trinity Youth Faith Formation subcommittee has made online tutoring support available to Trinity Youth as an outreach of the Congregational Council. This would take the form of a shared bank of online tutoring hours that Trinity Youth can tap into whenever they have homework questions or are otherwise stuck in their studies.
In the interest of addressing this need flexibly, Trinity has connected with Skooli, who have a system and platform with trained tutors in a variety of subjects and schedules. Skooli's platform is broad and they are looking forward to supporting our youth. Because Skooli is an outside vendor, we encourage you to follow these links for more information on Skooli's terms of use and privacy policy.
For more information and to book a session, email Father Matt at mwelsch@trinitychurchwallstreet.org.
Trinity Youth Statement
When the George Floyd protests began, a member of Trinity Youth asked Fr. Matt, “What is the church going to say about this?” Fr. Matt replied, “You are the church. If you want the church to say something — say something!”
In response, Trinity Youth spent several weeks engaged in thoughtful conversation and deep listening. This Trinity Youth Statement, which we are honored to share with you today, is the result of that work. In it, Trinity Youth articulate a clear call to action for themselves and our community.
