News & Stories

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There's always something happening at Trinity College - stay up-to-date with our latest news and stories. Also keep an eye on our events for current students, staff, alumni & friends of Trinity College and the general public.

Explainer: What is a Tenebrae service?

Tenebrae is a Christian tradition that involves a service held in the dark after a series of candles are sequentially extinguished. But what is the symbolism of the candles? Why is there a period of complete darkness? Who is this service for? Our Chaplain explains.

Experience the ‘rare beast’: Why you should book a choir concert ticket in May

Ahead of the Choir of Trinity College’s public Melbourne performances on 21 and 22 May, former chorister Bria Rechner reflects on what makes the choir such a ‘rare beast’, and why you should take up the opportunity to hear them sing.

Opinion: Was St Paul a chauvinist ... or is there more to the story?

In his latest article for the Melbourne Anglican, our Director of the Ministry Education Centre at Trinity College, the Revd Dr Fergus King, calls for a fresh examination of the writings of St Paul.

Independent church finding its own way – with difficulty, Quo Vadis

Ahead of his Sharwood Lecture in Church Law at Trinity on 4 March, the Revd Dr Bruce Kaye AM gets us thinking about the reawakening of the character and value of institutions in the church.

Dr Chris Porter: a man of many talents

From building motorcars to craft brewing, becoming ordained and completing a PhD, our Theological School's newest post-doc research fellow, Dr Chris, boasts an impressive CV.

Trinity choir on the road again … in North America!

The Choir of Trinity College is once again spreading its musical wings, kicking off a tour of the USA and Canada next week.

The Choir of Trinity College attracting rave reviews

The Choir of Trinity College’s recently released second disc ‘Land of Dreams’ is attracting rave reviews from international media.

New album release: Land of Dreams

The Choir of Trinity College has just released its second disc on the American label Acis Productions: 'Land of Dreams'.

Need a gift idea? Choir of Trinity College Christmas CD out now

The renowned Trinity College choir has released a beautiful selection of choral music for the seasons of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany, ready for purchase just in time for Christmas.

Dr Susan Lim supports two Trinity students achieve their dreams

Dr Susan Lim (TC 1976) is a clinical transplant surgeon. She graduated with first class honours in 1979 and is now a Fellow at Trinity College. This year she is supporting two Trinity students. Read on to learn more about their stories.
 

Trinity Choir Announces European Tour Dates

The dates for this years' Trinity Choir tour to Europe have been announced. The Choir would be delighted to see alumni and college members at any of these events.

Chapel Centenary Sermon

Last Saturday 25 November, over 250 guests gathered for a Choral Eucharist to celebrate the centenary of the Chapel. Among them, Bishop James Grant AM (TC 1950), whose sermon outlined the history of the Chapel from its consecration through to the modern day. Read on for a full account of Bishop Grant’s sermon at the Chapel centenary.

Gillian Triggs to Speak at Trinity College

This Sunday 21 August at 5pm in the Trinity College Chapel we welcome the fourth speaker in our Women in Leadership Sermon Series: President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, Professor Gillian Triggs.