The Chaplains
The Chaplains are representatives of the main Christian Churches in Ireland. We work together as a team, sharing both the College Chapel and the Chaplaincy in House 27 for our work and worship. All Chaplains are available to help and serve you during your time in Trinity. The Chaplaincy seeks to be a place of welcome and hospitality for all members of the University community. We will be glad to assist you any way that we can, and you will always find a friendly listening ear.
We offer pastoral guidance and spiritual accompaniment through a programme of faith development seminars, discussion, and prayer groups organised each term.
The chaplaincy seeks to promote a deeper understanding of Christian faith and spirituality. Students and staff are welcome at any of our retreats, days of reflection, weekends away, and annual day excursions.
We also prepare individuals for adult baptism, eucharist, confirmation, and marriage according to the norms of our respective churches.
Rev Paul Arbuthnot
Church of Ireland Dean of Residence and Chaplain
Email parbuthn@tcd.ie Phone01 896 1260Hello, my name is Paul and I'm the Church of Ireland Dean of Residence and Chaplain at Trinity College, Dublin. I'm here if you ever need to talk and am always happy to meet with you. You can find me in House 27 where the Chaplaincy is located, or if you email me, we can arrange to meet up. You're never alone, and I'm here for you regardless of where you are on your journey of faith.
Fr Peter is available at the Chaplaincy each weekday during term, after Masses in the College Chapel, or at Trinity Hall on Sunday mornings. You can also contact him on the details listed below.
Fr Alan is available at the Chaplaincy each weekday during term, after Masses in the College Chapel, or at Trinity Hall on Sunday mornings. You can also contact him on the details listed below.
Welcome to TCD Chaplaincy! My name is Brian Hickey. I am the Methodist chaplain here in Trinity.
Though I’ll be here part-time, primarily on Tuesdays, I’m available to meet up for a coffee or a chat. Whether you're seeking a listening ear, a quiet moment of reflection, or simply someone to share your thoughts with, I’m here for you. My role is to offer support to students and staff of all backgrounds, faiths, or none. University life can be full of both joys and challenges, and I want to make sure you know you’re never alone on your journey here.
Feel free to reach out anytime—I'm looking forward to getting to know you!
Thank you for checking out our Chaplaincy pages - I'm Gerry Clinton, the Presbyterian Chaplain in Trinity College. If you would like to chat on the phone or in-person do get in touch. No matter what you'd like to talk about, or what your religious or spiritual background is, I'm happy to help in any way I can.