TRINITY CHURCH by Editor

Publishing Committee · Rochester, N. Y. · Jun 26, 1855

TRINITY CHURCH.

By Editor

The following account of the reception of a gentleman at the Trinity Church, in this city, we have no doubt is correct, for the very good reason that we too were once received at that "gate of heaven," in precisely the same way:—

The estimated cost of the new Trinity Church in New York, is stated to be about $500,000. A certain personage once said, "to the poor the gospel is preached," or something to that effect. We defy the poor to get the opportunity in that church if they try their best. It reminds us of a visit we once paid to Trinity Church in Boston. The following is the substance of the dialogue between the sexton and ourself:—

"Will you accommodate me with a seat, Sir?"

"Have n't any to spare."

"Where are your free seats?"

"Have n't any."

We concluded to stand, and selected a comfortable place.

"Come, get out of the way, Sir," said the sexton—"you must n't stand here."

Off we went. That gospel was only intended for the millionaire, or at least the man of independent fortune.