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About

The Margarite B. Parker Chapel is situated on the western edge of campus on the plaza with the Murchison Bell Tower. The Chapel houses the University Chaplain's office, where the University Chaplain works to make Trinity inclusive for students, faculty, and staff of all faiths and backgrounds.

Weddings at Parker Chapel

Hours of operation

This building has special hours that are subject to change at various times of the year.

Parker Chapel is an architectural crown jewel of Trinity's campus.

Inside the Venue

Features:
Parker Chapel is a popular place for wedding services of worship and accommodates up to 600.

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Chapel and Spiritual Life

Sanctuary

The sanctuary in Parker Chapel offers services of worship, weddings, and other campus events regulated by religious considerations. 

View of three fountains in the meditation garden

Meditation Garden

The three fountains in the garden, visible from the sanctuary, represent the Holy Trinity. Garden lamps represent various stages of Jesus’ life, including The Last Supper and The Resurrection.

September 11th memorial garden at the the Margaret Chapel Parker

September 11th Memorial Garden

Located on the South East corner of the Chapel, the September 11th Memorial garden is a quiet place for campus visitors. 

Nelda R. Cortez
Nelda R. Cortez
Senior Secretary
headshot of Alexander Serna Wallender
Alex Serna-Wallender
University Chaplain/Everett H. Jones Chair of Ministry

Directions and Parking

Address: One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX 78212

  Campus map

Directions to Parker Chapel

From the North on Hwy 281 (airport)
  • Proceed to Interstate 281 South.
  • Travel south on Hwy 281 for approximately 4 miles.
  • Exit at Hildebrand Avenue and turn right at the light off the highway.
  • Turn left at the first stoplight onto Devine Road/Stadium Drive. (If you reach Shook Avenue, you have gone too far.)
  • Veer right at the yield sign at the bottom of the hill.
  • Turn right onto the 2nd road into campus.
  • You can either park outside to the left or across the street at Alamo Stadium.
  • Walk past the Coates Student Building on the left and Northrup Hall on the Right.
  • Once you reach the common area, Parker Chapel is the building just to the right of Murchinson Tower.
From the South on Hwy 281 (downtown/Riverwalk and Corpus Christi)
  • Travel north on Interstate 281 North/37 North.
  • Exit at Hildebrand Avenue and turn left at the light off the highway.
  • Turn left at the first stoplight, not including those at the highway intersection, onto Devine Road/Stadium Drive. (If you reach Shook Avenue, you have gone too far.)
  • Veer right at the yield sign at the bottom of the hill.
  • Turn right onto the 2nd road into campus.
  • You can either park outside to the left or across the street at Alamo Stadium.
  • Walk past the Coates Student Building on the left and Northrup Hall on the Right.
  • Once you reach the common area, Parker Chapel is the building just to the right of Murchinson Tower.
From the North on I-35 (Austin)
  • Travel north on Interstate 281 North/37 North.
  • Exit at Hildebrand Avenue and turn left at the light off the highway.
  • Turn left at the first stoplight, not including those at the highway intersection, onto Devine Road/Stadium Drive. (If you reach Shook Avenue, you have gone too far.)
  • Veer right at the yield sign at the bottom of the hill.
  • Turn right onto the 2nd road into campus.
  • You can either park outside to the left or across the street at Alamo Stadium.
  • Walk past the Coates Student Building on the left and Northrup Hall on the Right.
  • Once you reach the common area, Parker Chapel is the building just to the right of Murchinson Tower.
From the East on I-10 (Houston)
  • Travel west on Interstate 10 and exit Interstate 281 North/37 North.
  • On Hwy 281 North, exit at Hildebrand Avenue and turn left at the light off the highway.
  • Turn left at the first stoplight onto Devine Road/Stadium Drive. (If you reach Shook Avenue, you have gone too far.)
  • Veer right at the yield sign at the bottom of the hill.
  • Turn right onto the 2nd road into campus.
  • You can either park outside to the left or across the street at Alamo Stadium.
  • Walk past the Coates Student Building on the left and Northrup Hall on the Right.
  • Once you reach the common area, Parker Chapel is the building just to the right of Murchinson Tower.
From the West on I-10 (El Paso)
  • Travel east on Interstate 10.
  • Exit at Hildebrand Avenue (Exit 566B).
  • Turn left on Hildebrand and travel approximately two miles.
  • At the intersection of Hildebrand and Devine Road/Stadium Drive, Trinity will be located on your right. (If you reach Hwy 281, you have gone too far.)
  • Turn right onto Stadium Drive.
  • Veer right at the yield sign at the bottom of the hill.
  • Turn right onto the 2nd road into campus.
  • You can either park outside to the left or across the street at Alamo Stadium.
  • Walk past the Coates Student Building on the left and Northrup Hall on the Right.
  • Once you reach the common area, Parker Chapel is the building just to the right of Murchinson Tower.

Events and Booking Information


Upcoming Events

 

Booking Information

Tiger Faculty and Staff

Host an Event

Planning a large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information about event planning on Trinity’s campus.

Reserve a Space or Place

Make individual space or room reservations through T-Space at tspace.trinity.edu. You’ll need your Trinity network username and password, and an idea about the date, time, location, and size of your event.

Students: Reach out to a faculty or staff sponsor for more information on event planning and space reservations.

Community Members

Host an Event

Want to use a facility or space on Trinity’s campus for your next large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.

Reserve a Space or Place

Rooms, halls, and outdoor spaces can be reserved for events such as guest lectures, meetings, or other smaller activities. Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.

 

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