book group, 3rd Thursday of each month
This group welcomes anyone interested in reading and usually meets the 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for tea, cookies and what promises to be a fascinating discussion. If you have any questions, please contact Janice Ellis or Tessa Machle. See event for this month's plan. Click here for a list of 2010 and 2011 books with a brief description. Books
thursday mornings with "the guys"
Each Thursday from 9:00-11:00 men meet at the church to work on grounds and building maintenance and go out for coffee and pastries afterwards. All men are invited to join.
prayer shawl ministry, meet the 4th Saturday of the month, 10-11:30am
Individuals meet to crochet or knit shawls that are infused with prayer and caring. Shawls are given to those who are ill, grieving, or in need of special caring. The group distributed over 77 shawls in 2006. Beginners are welcome and others will teach you how to crochet or knit. Call the church to find out the next meeting date for November and December. We traditionally meet the 4th Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Bethany but change based on holidays. Link here for a photo of shawls made by the team.
munchers and movers
This group of retired adults-- single, married, men and women-- meets for fun activities. "Moving" to see and do. "Munching" when they stop for a meal together. See events , contact the church office or Jenny Fauquet to learn about the next event. M&Ms calendar for 2011.
church choir and praise team-
The choir usually sings three Sundays out of four. New folks are always welcome! Dan Shelhammer, our music director, is willing to help anyone whether you read music or not, whether you are a candidate for American Idol or simply someone who sings in the shower!
Practice is Wednesday 7:00-8:30 pm in Bethany from Sept. through June.
One Sunday a month we have a contemporary service with a praise band. Do you play an instrument? Like to help lead singing? Know contemporary Christian music? Give Dan a call and talk to him about it.
new women's bible study
A new Women's Bible Study will begin on Wed. Jan. 25, 10:00-Noon. Betty Parkhurst will help us explore what it means to be "called to be a woman of God." Bring neighbors and other friends to join us. Sign-up sheets are in the upstairs narthex and down in the Fellowship Hall.
men's fellowship events
Men meet for dinner and fellowship approximately once a month. Watch the list of activities and events for specific times.
women's prayer meeting
There will be women's prayer meeting on the third Friday of every month starting January 20th at 7pm. Contact Donna Spencer for more details.
prayer chain
The Deacons of Trinity organize a prayer chain of those who will commit to praying for individuals and families who are in special need of God's touch. To request prayer, please call Carol Paige or leave a message at the church. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact a deacon or the church office at 206-363-3500 .
ministry team opportunities
Trinity has a variety of ministry teams that support the work of the church and its outreach into the community. Is God calling you to work in some way? There are groups that plan worship, those that plan education opportunities, those who teach, those that work on the church building and grounds, and others. Link here for Volunteer Opportunities.
Some ministry teams meet on a Tuesday evening once a month others have other ways of organizing their work.
community service opportunities
Supporting Shoreline Schools: Trinity is partnering with our local elementary school, Parkwood, this year. Last year in a partnership with Highland Terrace Elementary, some folks did worked on outdoor areas to beautify them. A group of men built benches outside the kindergarten class. Watch for opportunities this spring.
HOPELINK Volunteers: Each month Trinity provides volunteers to help with handing out food at the Hopelink Foodbank. Would you be interested in helping in this way?
More Volunteer Opportunities
other education opportunities
Classes such as Alpha, Membership Exploration, and others are scheduled throughout the year. They are listed on the Events page.