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 in December 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. Contact Karen Niemeyer (karen.niemeyer@tlcgr.org).   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 or Karen Niemeyer at karen.niemeyer@tlcgr.org for more information.   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 four groups and carol on all four floors 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! Contact Karen Niemeyer (karen.niemeyer@tlcgr.org).   Deck the Halls of Trinity: We get together for an evening of 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 hot dog and chili meal with all the extras, next a short worship service of thanks (since this takes place around Thanksgiving) and then we break up into decorating teams. It's a wonderful way to begin the Season of Advent!   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 League: Mixed golf league that plays June through August at a local course.   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!!   Honeymooners: This group is a happy "marriage" of younger marrieds, soon-to-be marrieds, and couples with children not yet in school who are looking for fun and fellowship. Whether they share a meal at someone's home, play frisbee golf or gather for a potluck at church, you are invited to join!   JOYful Days: Special activity days for senior citizens that take place on seven Wednesdays (9:30 am-1:30 pm) in the Fall and Spring. Each Wednesday includes a continental breakfast followed by an informative Bible Study, your choice of interesting breakout sessions, a delicious catered lunch for just $7.00 and special noon-time speakers. Reservations are required - 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 Richmond 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!   Ruth Fellowship: Trinity Senior Women who gather periodically for fellowship. Everyone is welcome.   Scrapbook Club: On the second Friday of the month, the TLC Scrapbook Club gets together in Centennial Hall from 7 pm to midnight. They are a fun group who loves to get together and create beautiful memories by sharing tools, ideas and conversation. Supplies are available for purchase, a $5 fee covers refreshments and handouts. A portion of the proceeds supports local benevolence.   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/Basketball/Volleyball: Trinity's coed softball teams play May through July. Throughout the year, gatherings for volleyball and basketball will be announced. Contact Karen Niemeyer (karen.niemeyer@tlcgr.org).   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: Those of wisened years and experience 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!! Periodically throughout the church year, we offer a casual meal at 5:30 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 topical Speakers' Series, Confirmation, Children's Choir Rehearsal, Homework Opportunity Room, Nursery, etc. Evenings can be very busy for families...but Wednesdays at Trinity are easier AND more fun!!