Trinity Episcopal Parish: St. Ann's Church

06/09/2026

Today is the feast day of St Columba of Iona, who brought Christianity from Ireland to Scotland. Fr Scott was there last summer and took this photo.

O God, who by the preaching of your servant Columba caused the light of the Gospel to shine in Scotland: Grant, we pray, that, remembering his life and labors, we may follow the example of his zeal and patience; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. (Collect of the Day for St Columba)

Be thou a bright flame before me,
be thou a guiding star above me,
be thou a smooth path below me,
be thou a kindly shepherd behind me,
today, tonight and forever. Amen.
(Prayer often attributed to Columba)

06/07/2026

Happy Pride! We were glad to be a sponsor of Crystal Lake Pride. Thanks to all who stopped by, took some water, and left a prayer.

I (Scott) didn’t get a lot of photos so feel free to add additional photos in the comments.

06/07/2026

Presider: The Rev. Dr. Eileen Shanley-Roberts
Piano: Terree Emrich

Trinity Episcopal Parish, McHenry County, Illinois
Rector: The Rev. Scott Zaucha
Deacon: The Ven. Mike Choquette
Trinity St. Ann's Music Director: Terree Emrich, DMA

Streaming rights for music via OneLicense A730120, All Rights Reserved.

06/05/2026

Crystal Lake Pride, Summer worship begins at St. Ann's, Greeters needed
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Email from Trinity Episcopal Parish View as Webpage Sunday, June 7 Second Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Mary's with Crystal Lake Pride Walk at 11:00 am. The Pride Walk begins

06/01/2026

Full, equal, and beloved.

As Pride month begins, save the date for a gathering commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1976 General Convention resolution declaring that LGBTQ+ people have a full and equal claim to the pastoral care and support of The Episcopal Church. The event, “Full and Equal: 50 Years in Pursuit of a Promise,” will celebrate progress and acknowledge the work that remains.

The three-day gathering, held in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Sept. 3-5, will include storytelling coaching, workshops, a banquet, and a Eucharist featuring Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe as presider and Bishop Gene Robinson as preacher. Spanish-language interpretation will be available.

More registration details will follow. Please save the date and help spread the word.

05/31/2026

Presider: The Rev. Scott Zaucha
Deacon: The Ven. Mike Choquette
Organ/Piano/Choir Director: Terree Emrich
Offertory Anthem: All That Makes This Moment Holy / Joseph M. Martin

Trinity Episcopal Parish, McHenry County, Illinois
Rector: The Rev. Scott Zaucha
Deacon: The Ven. Mike Choquette
Trinity St. Ann's Music Director: Terree Emrich, DMA

Streaming rights for music via OneLicense A730120, All Rights Reserved.

05/30/2026

Reminder! Combined service at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 31 at our Woodstock Campus. Join us as we celebrate Trinity Sunday!

05/29/2026

Combined service at St. Ann's for Trinity Sunday, Greeters needed, Upcoming events
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Email from Trinity Episcopal Parish View as Webpage Sunday, May 31 Trinity Sunday 9:00 am Combined Service at St. Ann's 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Ann's - Combined Service with potluck This servi

05/28/2026

Join us on Sunday as we celebrate Trinity Sunday!

A Trinity Blessing

May God,
who comes to us
in the things of this world,
bless your eyes
and be in your seeing.

May Christ,
who looks upon you
with deepest love,
bless your eyes
and widen your gaze.

May the Spirit,
who perceives what is
and what may yet be,
bless your eyes
and sharpen your vision.

May the Sacred Three
bless your eyes
and cause you to see.

– Jan L. Richardson

05/25/2026

We are proud to sponsor Woodstock Pride!

🌈✨ Woodstock PrideFest would not be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment helps us create a free, welcoming, community-centered celebration filled with music, entertainment, visibility, joy, and Pride for all. 💖
Today we are proud to recognize Trinity Episcopal Parish
Celebrate love and community with St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, right here in Woodstock: A welcoming, affirming congregation where everyone belongs—no exceptions. Come experience a place of worship where your story is honored and celebrated every day. Closer to Crystal Lake? Join our other campus: St. Mary's.

Please help us thank them for supporting Woodstock PrideFest and investing in an inclusive community where everyone is celebrated. 🌈