It was dedicated to Rev. Robert Matthews , rector, who died in 1987. In 1987, Bishop Grein challenged Trinity parish to involve itself in the development of a new church in the western part of Lawrence, continue its strong interest in the ministry at the University of Kansas, and to expand its ministry to Haskell Indian Junior College . The new church, to be called St. Margaret's , held its first service, September 9,1990 . Trinity has a strong Christian education program with classes for all from an Early Christian Awareness program to adult classes on Sundays and weekdays. There is a spiritual companions program, Cursillo reunion groups, and an active Lay Ministry Committee .
Music is very important in the worship of the church.
The real history of Trinity is not only one of buildings and events, but of the people who have worshipped together in this place and who have dedicated themselves to the greater glory of God. May God grant us the privilege of continuing in our traditions of inspiring worship, fine music, good food, and strong community service. Excerpted from material compiled by Sandra Weichert and Eleanor Symons , from histories by Winnie Lowrance, Blanche Mercer Taylor , and from conversations with Helen Wagstaff .