Fellowship
Because we at Trinity are all members of the same church family, we enjoy having fun together and getting to know each other better. Below you will find a listing of some of the more regular social activities that take place at Trinity. Some activities are appropriate for all ages while others are based on mutual interests or they are for individuals of a specific age or gender. Everyone is welcome - members of Trinity, non-members, friends, relatives, visitors - please join in the fun!! Activities specifically for Children and Youth are planned throughout the year and are not listed here. To learn more, please go to the "Youth" and/or "Children" links found in the "Whom We Serve" category on this website. For complete and up-to-date information, please refer to Trinity's monthly newsletter and our weekly bulletins. You may also contact Sylvia Stouten, Partner in Ministry, Discipleship/Fellowship at sylvia.stouten@tlcgr.org.
Advent by Candlelight: A peaceful candle-lit Sunday evening during Advent for women to share some dessert, musical entertainment and conversation to help them prepare mentally and spiritually for the celebration of the birth of Christ.
Basketball/Volleyball: Adults and high school youth occasionally meet for basketball/volleyball and fellowship.
Bonding Boomers: A group of fun 45-and-up singles who gather periodically for a variety of fellowship events.....from sharing dinners to picnics to movie nights. Contact Linda Taffs at Linda49506@yahoo.com.
Bridge Groups: People who meet regularly for food, fellowship and a chance to bid seven no trump! A Trinity Couples Bridge Group as well as a Women's Bridge Group meet on a regular basis.
Caroling Party: We gather together at Maplecreek (formerly Luther Village) to sing for the residents and brighten up their holidays. We break up into groups and carol on all four residence floors and in the main lobby of the building. It's a heart-warming experience for the entire family and, truly, all voices are welcome!! Afterwards the carolers meet for hot chocolate and Christmas cookies.
Dinner Groups: Randomly designed groups of Trinity people meet three time a year in each other's homes to share a meal and develop relationships...great food and wonderful conversations!
Deck the Halls of Trinity: We get together for fun and fellowship while we decorate Trinity for the Holidays. The date is set so that the church is decorated prior to the first Sunday of Advent. But first we eat!! Join us for a delicious meal and then we break up into decorating teams. It's a wonderful way to begin the Season of Advent!
Fall Festival: We have been blessed in recent years to be invited to the home/farm of a Trinity family on a Saturday afternoon/evening in the fall to enjoy fellowship, hay rides, a pig roast, campfire, sing-a-long, fresh homemade donuts, pumpkin-painting, kids' games, pony rides, a pie-baking contest and MORE! Everyone is invited - details are published in church bulletins and newsletters as the date approaches.
Fellowship Committee: A group of Trinity members who strive to provide a wide range of fun and fellowship activities from Spring/Fall Golf Scrambles to sporting events, to an annual Swim Party, Trivia Night and more. Most activities are for people from 0-110 years of age. We are seeking new committee members! Help us plan more fun activities or take responsibility for planning one activity of your choice per year.
Golf Scramble: A delightful get-together for golfers of all ages and experience levels in May and September. Play 9 holes of golf and then stay for dinner and prizes!!
The Young and the SLEEPLESS: This group is a happy "marriage" of soon to be parents and parents with children up to pre-school age who are looking for fun and fellowship for the whole family. Whether we share a meal at someone's home, gather at a playground to chat while the kids are playing, or meet at church for a potluck, you are invited to join! Contact Angela Schreur at 891-8386 or aschreur1@yahoo.com.
JOYful Days: Special activity days for senior citizens that take place twice a month on Wednesdays (9:00 am-1:00 pm) in the Fall and Spring. Each Wednesday includes a continental breakfast followed by your choice of "breakouts:" an informative Bible Study, Bridge and games, or Wii Bowling! Then we gather together again for a delicious catered lunch for just $7.00. After our meal, we enjoy a special noon-time speaker or performer. Reservations are required for lunch - please call Sylvia Stouten at 949-2492 x 21 at the very latest by the Monday prior to the specific Wednesday you would like to attend.
Picnic Pops: Bring a picnic supper and your lawn chairs and join other Trinity folks for an evening with the Grand Rapids Symphony at the Cannonsburg Ski Area for the Picnic Pops. We load up the Trinity bus or you can drive on your own. Look for signups to begin in June.
Pool Party: Join us on a Sunday afternoon in July to enjoy some fun, fellowship and splashin’ around!! No matter what your age, come on out and join us at the Richmond Park Pool!! Admission is free and we have the whole pool all to ourselves. You won't want to miss out on this Trinity summer tradition!
P.T. Cruisers: Empty nesters who gather for fun, interaction, fellowship and plain old good times…theater, eating out, appetizer parties. You name it – always with good food.
Sarah Guild: A diverse group of Trinity women of different ages and marital status who enjoy learning, caring and laughing. They meet monthly in each others homes for fellowship, Bible study and activities.
Softball: Trinity's coed softball teams play May through July.
Soup Suppers: During Lent, we gather together on five consecutive Wednesdays for a "potluck" style soup supper followed by an evening worship service.
Trinity Seniors: Senior Adults who meet for lunch, field trips or special activities when JOYful Days is not taking place.
Wild Wednesdays: Come for a delicious dinner and stay for more!! On most Wednesdays from September through February, we offer a casual meal at 5:15 pm for just $2 per person ($10 maximum per family). Afterwards there are several options from which to choose: a Bible Study with Pastor Paul, a Speakers' Series for Parents, WBS (Women's Bible Study), High School Youth Group, Children's Choir Rehearsal, Homework Opportunity Room, Nursery, and more!!. Evenings can be very busy for families...but Wednesdays at Trinity are easier AND more fun!!