The Chaplaincy team prepares and leads worship and plans Chapel activities. They also minister to students, staff and alumni on any matter of concern or interest whether the matter is spiritual or not.
Trinity’s Chaplains are all University of Melbourne Anglican Chaplains. They provide the highest possible standard of pastoral care and worship to all members of the Trinity College community.
Chaplains are available to students and staff across all areas of the College and have an open door for whoever might drop by at any time. They might:
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provide hospitality
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offer counselling
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assist in the resolution of academic and life issues as brokers or advocates
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marshal resources in times of need or crisis
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accompany individuals and groups through various challenges
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provide theological and non-theological mentoring to students.
The Chaplains also ensure that the College Chapel and 'The Prayer Space' (at 715 Swanston Street) are lively centres of worship by encouraging creative, respectful interaction across and within the different faith traditions represented in Trinity's diverse community.
Chaplaincy Team
The Revd Lynda McMinn, Chaplain
Lynda is Chaplain to the Residential College and join College Chaplain with Chris Carolane. She took up her role at Trinity in 2013, having served previously the parish of Sorrento and Rye on the Mornington Peninsular.
The Revd Chris Carolane, Chaplain
Chris ministers to students and staff of the Trinity College Foundation Studies Program. He is examining Chaplain in the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne, and an honorary priest of St Paul’s Cathedral, Melbourne.
The Revd Jasmine Dow, Associate Chaplain
Jazz is Chaplain to the Canterbury Fellowship and part-time Associate Chaplain in the Residential College.
Mr Michael Leighton Jones, Director of Music
Michael directs the Choir of Trinity College, and is responsible for the musical life of the College.
Dr Joshua Van Konkelenberg, College Organist