Sacred Spaces

During the 1920s established churches faced a number of challenges as Americans turned toward the secular and materialistic values of the modern age. To attract more followers, churches sought to enhance their physical appearance. After a single initial donation to Trinity Church, other members, businesses, and community groups were inspired to help make additional improvements. Trinity Church added a new tile floor with marble steps, beautiful oak doors, and cathedral style stained glass windows. These physical upgrades led to greater involvement with community groups and increased donations from church members and local businesses. For example, Kertscher Furniture Company made and donated kneelers for all the pews.

Trinity Church Nave, 1927 The nave of Trinity Church was remodeled with stained glass windows, kneelers for the pews, and a new pipe organ; these objects were donated by local companies or members of the church.	Organ, 1922 The father of former Rev. John Dean Clark donated a pipe organ in memory of his son after members of the church raised $15,000 to clear Trinity Church of its debt.	Oak Carvings, 1925-27 Charitable organizations donated oak carvings of “Good Shepherd” and “Christ Blessing Little Children” to Trinity Church.

Sacred Spaces

Trinity Church Nave, 1927

The nave of Trinity Church was remodeled with stained glass windows, kneelers for the pews, and a new pipe organ; these objects were donated by local companies or members of the church.

Organ, 1922

The father of former Rev. John Dean Clark donated a pipe organ in memory of his son after members of the church raised $15,000 to clear Trinity Church of its debt.

Oak Carvings, 1925-27

Charitable organizations donated oak carvings of “Good Shepherd” and “Christ Blessing Little Children” to Trinity Church.