essed Trinity Catholic Church invites Greater Clevelanders to join them on a day trip to Oberlin, OH, to explore the abolitionist history of the town.
Oberlin played an important role in the abolitionist movement, serving as one of the most important abolitionist communities in the United States and a key site of the Underground Railroad. Oberlin was home to courageous Christians who risked their lives and freedom to oppose slavery. Together we will explore this powerful history through a guided tour, walking pilgrimage, prayer, and fellowship.
Trip includes:
• Guided tour of the Oberlin Heritage Center
• Abolitionist history walking tour
• Prayer and reflection in Tappan Square
• Lunch and group dinner in Oberlin
Date: Saturday, May 2 2026
8am departure from Blessed Trinity (Cleveland’s Bellaire-Puritas neighborhood)
8:30pm: return to Cleveland
Estimated cost: $50–75 per person. Sponsors are welcome to make donations to defray the cost for those who find it unaffordable.
All are welcome and do not have to belong to the parish to join us. To register or learn more, please contact me, Briyant Hines <bhines@blessedtrinitycleveland.org>, pastoral assistant at Blessed Trinity Church, a Catholic community committed to faith, justice, and nonviolent discipleship.
