The English Service of Holy Trinity Cathedral

An English-speaking Anglican church in Kigali.

A diverse community worshiping Jesus through vibrant liturgy, biblical preaching, and weekly Holy Communion.

English ServiceSundays · 8:45–10:15 AM
LocationHoly Trinity Cathedral · Kibagabaga

You are welcome here

One cathedral.
A distinct English-speaking community.

We are the English Service community of Holy Trinity Cathedral—a multicultural, family-friendly Anglican church in Kibagabaga.

The Cathedral also hosts a Kinyarwanda service beginning at 10:30 AM. The two congregations share the Cathedral while serving their communities in distinct ways.

Priests bowing before the altar during worship at Holy Trinity Cathedral

A shared life of worship, Scripture, and fellowship

What to expect

Reverent worship. A warm welcome.

  • A Rwandan and international community
  • Anglican liturgy rooted in Scripture and historic Christian faith
  • Engaging preaching following the Revised Common Lectionary
  • Weekly Holy Communion
  • Sunday school for ages 5–13 and a parent-accompanied nursery
Learn about our worship

Plan a visit

Your first Sunday,
made simple.

Come as you are. Our welcome team will help you settle in, find children’s spaces, and follow the service.

01

When

English Service
Sundays, 8:45–10:15 AM

Kinyarwanda Service begins at 10:30 AM.

03

What to wear

Wear what is comfortable. Many people dress smart-casual, but there is no dress code.

04

Afterward

Stay for coffee or tea immediately after worship. We would love to meet you.

Children & families

Children belong in our community.

Sunday school welcomes children ages 5–13. Nursery space is available for parents to accompany younger children.

Ask a member of the welcome team when you arrive. We want families to feel supported and at ease throughout worship.

Children participating in the Holy Trinity Cathedral community

Worship & community

One liturgy. Many voices. A shared life.

01

Holy Communion, every Sunday.

We sing, pray, confess, hear Scripture, receive teaching, share the peace, and come to the Lord’s Table. Visitors who receive Communion in their home church are welcome to receive; others may come forward for a blessing.

02

Shared leadership

The Cathedral clergy oversee the English Service, supported by a volunteer leadership team. Preachers, musicians, and Scripture readers rotate, so each Sunday feels distinct while remaining anchored in the Anglican liturgy.

03

Small groups

Sunday worship is an entry point; deeper life together often grows in small groups meeting in homes across Kigali. Talk with a pastor or leader after the service, or send us a note.

Ask about a small group →
04

Participating membership

Regular attendees may make an intentional commitment to belong, serve, and be pastorally known during their time in Kigali—without changing denomination or becoming a formal Cathedral member.

Read about membership ↗

Who we are becoming

Five aspirations shape our shared life.

Hover to preview an aspiration, or select one to keep it in view.

HTC English Service Aspirations cross

Our shared direction

Explore the five

These aspirations name the kind of community we are prayerfully becoming: wide, deep, wholehearted, vibrant, and missional.

Move across the five-part story above to see each aspiration expressed through image and words.

Select an aspiration to keep it in view

Leadership

Our English Service is served under the oversight of the Cathedral clergy and supported by a volunteer leadership team.

Members of the Holy Trinity English Service community

Connect & serve

There is a place for you.

Volunteer on Sunday or find deeper community in a small group during the week. Choose an opportunity to learn what it involves and how to take a next step.

Volunteer opportunity

Welcome & ushering

Help people feel at home from the moment they arrive. Welcome volunteers greet worshipers, help newcomers find their way, assist with seating, and answer practical questions before and after the service.

Gather with us

What’s happening at Holy Trinity.

August 9 · 2026

Diakonia

Special giving to meet needs in our community. Received during regular offering.

August 16 · 2026

Baptism Service

Baptism Service

August 23 · 2026

Participating Membership Class

Those wishing to join HTC as participating members will meet for one hour after the service for an HTC orientation class. For more information, review the HTC Participating Membership document or reach out to an HTC leader.

HTC Participating Membership ↗

August 30 · 2026

Confirmation Service

Confirmation Service

September 6 · 2026

Sunday School Parents Meeting

All parents with children in Sunday School are requested to stay after the service for a short meeting.

September 13 · 2026

Diakonia

Special giving to meet needs in our community. Received during regular offering.

Good to know

Questions before your first visit?

01Do I need to be Anglican?

No. Our community includes people from many Christian traditions, as well as people who are new to church. If you are exploring Anglican worship, you are very welcome.

02What if I don’t know the liturgy?

That’s completely okay. The service guides you through what is happening, and you are free to participate at whatever level feels comfortable—joining the prayers and responses, or simply listening and observing.

03What about my children?

Children are very welcome. Sunday school is available for ages 5–13, and nursery space is available for parents to accompany younger children. Ask a welcome team member when you arrive and we will help you find the right place.

04How long is the service?

The English Service typically lasts about 90 minutes, from 8:45 to 10:15 AM.

05Can I come if I’m exploring faith?

Absolutely. You are welcome whether you are firmly rooted in faith, returning after time away, or simply curious about Christianity. Come with your questions and take your next step at your own pace.

Find us

Holy Trinity Cathedral

KG 301 St
Kibagabaga, Kigali, Rwanda

Get directions ↗

Say hello

We would love to hear from you.

New to the community, looking for prayer, or interested in serving? Send a note through our contact form. Your response goes directly to the HTC English Service leadership team.