There is not an area of life—thinking, feeling, relating, working, or behaving— that isn’t influenced by the gospel.

Trinity Church Seattle exists to foster and develop the influence of the gospel on all aspects of our lives.

  • In the Scriptures we find that God has not left the world to itself, but has radically entered into time and space through the person and work of Jesus to redeem it from sin and despair. This is the central truth of Christianity. It forms the core conviction for all that we do. Knowing we are terribly broken, yet deeply loved, humbles us while simultaneously supplying us with confidence that we are accepted before God. The gospel rests not in anything we’ve done—whether our successes or failures—but upon God’s grace and mercy (undeserved kindness) alone.

  • We believe the gospel truth—that God did not remain distant from his creation, but walked among us in Jesus Christ—changes everything. It reforms the way we look at the poor and embrace our neighbor, how we engage our vocations and make our art. It refines families, communities, as well as our understanding of the world. We believe this vision—of equipped disciples, working for the good of the city and engaged in God’s kingdom work—is not only compelling, but necessary. It’s something Seattle needs and something all of creation longs for.

Our Values

At TCS we embody four unique gospel values. These values, along with our vision for gospel ministry, form and determine our life together.

  • This is our chief core value, from which the others flow. If we’re to be dedicated followers of Jesus, then the gospel must first be formed in our hearts. This happens when we come to value the things Jesus valued and love what he loved. Gospel formation transpires through worship, training in Christian living, and acts of serving one another. We believe this formative path of learning, doing, and experiencing not only glorifies God, but also transforms the soul and blesses others.

  • Following Jesus is never a solo process. It demands a community of followers who walk with us, supporting us as we seek the things of Christ. Community entails both deep joy and gratitude, as well as the possibility for sorrow and brokenness. This is because community is more than people who look, think, and act like us. Covenant Community means partnership and accountability in a singular vision—to pursue Jesus.

  • God calls each one of us to a particular mission. Whether that mission takes place in the home, an artist’s studio, or classroom, God has equipped each of us with different gifts to serve others and expand the reach and influence of his kingdom. What are your gifts? We believe one’s gifts are important and necessary for the health and growth not only of the church, but for one’s personal discipleship as well.

  • Jesus compares the kingdom of God to a mustard seed—something small and fragile but with large potential for growth and multiplication. The same is true for the church. God calls us to multiply our efforts by planting churches and ministries so that his gospel can take root in new places. We’re on a mission to grow not only in spiritual health and vitality, but also in influence, scope, and reach. And we want you to be a part of it.