Jacqueline Clark installed as Rector of Trinity-Trinidad Episcopal Church of Haverhill, MA

Bishop Julia Whitworth and the Reverend Jacqueline Clark

The Reverend Jacqueline Clark was installed as the Rector of Trinity-Trinidad Episcopal Church of Haverhill in a celebratory service officiated by Bishop Julia Whitworth and attended by over 200 community members and 50 clergy.

Jacqueline, who goes by Jack, arrived at Trinity in 2022 in an interim role as a “priest-in-charge.” Trinity had re-opened its doors following the Covid pandemic and resumed its mission programs, Academy of Creative Arts at Trinity and Dinah’s House. Latino participants from Dinah’s House began to attend the Sunday church services and Jack made it her mission to ensure that Trinity Church was a welcoming and inclusive place for worship and fellowship.

Over the three years in her role as priest-in-charge, she re-invigorated the church by making it completely bi-lingual and ensured newcomers had the opportunity for roles in all aspects of church life and governance. Trinity Church has been re-named Trinity-Trinidad Episcopal Church to reflect the unique bi-lingual approach and commitment to inclusion. Given her strong faith and enduring commitment to all members of the church, the Vestry, the governing body, voted to invite Jack as the permanent rector.

Jack, is also chaplain at Esperanza Academy, an Episcopalian tuition-free all-girls middle school in Lawrence that builds future leaders. She has a particular gift with inspiring  children’s faith as reflected in their enthusiastic roles in the church service.

If you are interested in learning more about Trinity-Trinidad Episcopal Church (www.trinityhaverhillorg) or would like to meet the Reverend Jack Clark, feel free to contact rector@trinityhaverhill.org, or call (978) 372-4244.