Ministries

Click on the following links for details of Trinity's Ministries.

Children

Classes

Seniors

Recreational

Scouting

Worship

Disciple I Bible Study: An intensive 34 week overview of God's revelation in Biblical history, beginning each fall. Small group discussion format, 2 - 2 1/2 hours each week.

Disciple II Bible Study: For persons who have completed Disciple I and would like a closer, in depth look at Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts. Courses begin each fall and last approximately 34 weeks.

Disciple III Bible Study: For persons who have completed Disciple I or II and would like a closer, in depth study of the Prophets and the Letters of Paul. Courses begin each fall and last for approximately 34 weeks.

Christian Believer Study: For persons who have completed one of the Disciple courses. This study focuses on Christian thought throughout history. It has 30 sessions.

Wednesday Nights: Wednesday night fellowship suppers are held throughout the school year. Courses of varying lengths are offered throughout the year following the suppers. See newsletter for current course offerings. Biblical or theological study included along with special interest studies.

United Methodist Women: Trinity has several circles that meet at a wide variety of times. Every woman is encouraged to attend. They offer studies, programs and various mission projects that they support. It is a great way to develop strong Christian friends.

United Methodist Men: After a temporary hiatus, Trinity is in the process of reorganizing its UMM group. Check this site for updates on our progress!

Trinity United Methodist Seniors (TUMS): This group meets the 4th Tuesday at Noon for lunch and fellowship. Adults of Trinity can experience food, fun, trips, informative lectures, speakers, and much, much more. TUMS is primarily an older adult program but welcomes people of all ages.

Rotation Sunday School: Every Sunday morning up in the children's wing at 10:00 a.m. Please come and join us. There are monthly themes and you can learn about events in the Bible through art, music, games, computers, video, drama, puppets, storytelling, and cooking. This is a fun and interactive way to experience God and all he has to offer us.

Children's Choir: Children's Choir meets weekly from 6:30 to 7:15 Wednesday evenings during the school year. Children sing regularly in worship. Children's Choir is open to all elementary age children. The children perform one to two musicals per school year as well.

Acolytes: Children grades 3 and up have the opportunity to participate in the worship service through the acolyte program. Acolytes are trained each spring and schedules are maintained.

Ushers and Readers: Children are vital participants in the life of Trinity church-- and that includes worship life. They are invited to usher and read scripture on a regular basis in all Trinity worship services.

Card Ministry: During Sunday morning worship services, children are invited to grab a canvas bag at any of the entrances to the sanctuary. Within the bag they will find cards to color, instructions, and a copy of the prayer list. They are invited to make cards for persons on our prayer list and members in nursing homes.

Children's Moments: Children are invited to the chancel area for a brief children's sermon toward the beginning of the eleven o'clock service year round, and the nine o'clock service during the school year. They are led the director of children's ministries or by a lay persons in the congregation, and end with an invitation to dismiss to children's church for the participants 7 years and younger.

Special Events: Throughout the year there are special events for children and families. Included are a Spring Festival, Summer Celebration, Fall Festival, Advent Craft Night, and a Christmas Caroling Hayride. Check out the events page for other fun events, or to find out the dates and times.

Summer Programs: Trinity UMC offers many programs for children to participate in during the Summer. Some of these programs include; Trinity After School Care Summer Camp, Summer Mothers' Morning Out Program, Vacation Bible School, Spartanburg Area Methodist District Day Camp.

After School Program: This is a solid, well run, year round program for elementary age children. An experienced, professional staff, organized activity centers, regular field trips and gym play, make this program high in demand. It is one of the best in the city.

Parents' Afternoon Out Program: This is a unique year round program for children ages 3months- 5yrs that offers child care in a nurturing, learning environment for children whose parents need a break in the afternoon. the children nap to the sounds of ocean waves and play in the "Garden of Eden" or in "Noah's Ark", depending on their age.

All of our adult Sunday Classes have a lecture-discussion format. Classes are held on Sundays at 10am. Although topics vary from class to class. All include couples and singles.

ADULTS: (average age listed)
   Kenneth Cribb Class (35-60)
   Mary Green Class (35+)
   Bible Study Class (open to all ages)
   Hardin - Bethea Class (60+)
   Leroy Moore Class (60+)
   Walk to Emmaus Class ( 30-50)
   Pastor's Class (open to all adults)

YOUTH:
   7th & 8th Grades
   9th-12th Grades

CHILDREN:
   Infant Nursery
   3 year olds
   Rotation Sunday School for children 4 years old through 4th grade.

Club 56 for 5th and 6th grade students

NURSERIES:
Available for all church-wide activities and services.

For additional information, call our Director of Christian Education (864) 585-4884.

Disciple Bible Study: Each fall we begin a new set of Disciple Bible Study course offerings. We offer Disciple 1-3 and Christian Believer. Each course runs for approximately 34 weeks and meets for 2-21/2 hours per week. Course offerings depend on demand. They are approximately $30. Participants are asked to make a commitment for the full study.

Christian Believers, a course on the doctrines of the church, meets for 30 sessions, 2 hours per session. Courses begin each fall. Persons enrolling in Disciple II, III, and Christian Believers are encouraged to take Disciple I first.

For more information on specific current events and opportunities - contact the church office

Trinity United Methodist Church's Fellowship Ministries offer a variety of programs to give you and your family a Christian environment in which to enjoy yourself and further your relationships with Christ.

Sports: Trinity sports teams play almost all year in a variety of sports ranging from basketball, softball and volleyball. Teams are offered for all age groups regardless of skill. Sign-ups are required for most teams and events, so give the church a call before getting started.

Trips: Trinity members and friends also break away from the gym walls and go on various trips during the year. This year we will take some one-day getaways to nearby attractions like the Flat Rock Playhouse in Hendersonville, the Peace Center in Greenville, Atlanta Braves Games, Carowinds, skiing, the list goes on and on. We have also visited some farther away destinations like Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida; Washington, D.C.. We also take trips to experience God's world in nature. We've gone camping, rafting, climbing, repelling and the like. Soon we are headed canoeing, spelunking and more. These trips are an excellent opportunity for Trinity members to come together in fellowship and see God at work in places outside of Spartanburg.

Special Events: "What more could there possibly be?" you ask. Well how about Summer Celebration of marking every child's favorite time of year? , Trinity's way Or Trinity believe.) Then 's Water Olympics (something you will just have to see to there's the annual Trinity United Methodist Invitational Golf Tournament.

Fellowship Series: Trinity members get together on Wednesday nights to eat and then take classes or workshops in their particular areas of interest.

Summer Camps: This summer's camping ministry was WONDERFUL! If you missed out on the fun we had at Day Camp, Asbury Hills, Art and Adventure Camps, or All-Sports Camp, be sure to join us next summer. I promise you won't be disappointed

Trinity is proud of its Scouting programs, its leaders and the training in church and citizenship which the boys receive.

Trinity United Methodist Seniors (TUMS): This group meets the 4th Tuesday at noon for lunch and fellowship. Adults of Trinity can experience food, fun, trips, informative lectures, speakers, and much, much more. TUMS is primarily an older adult program but welcomes adults of all ages.

Trinity's beautiful sanctuary provides a worshipful setting where we experience God's presence. We find it to be a place where we can draw strength and gain a renewed sense of belonging to the family of God.

Trinity has two worship services each Sunday morning at 9 and 11 o'clock. Holy Communion is celebrated at both services on the first Sunday of each month.

Worship at Trinity is open to all. Each service has a central theme based on the common lectionary of the church year. Services have dynamic preaching and beautiful music. The comprehensive music program is open to persons of all ages regardless of musical talent. Participating in the choir program is an excellent way to contribute actively to the worship of God.

Special services include Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Services, New Years' Covenant Service, Ash Wednesday Service, Tuesday Noonday Luncheon and Devotional Services during lent, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday Services in Holy Week. On Easter Sunday we hold a Sunrise Service.

We join with neighboring churches in an annual Community Thanksgiving Service. At times we hold prayer vigils to lift up special concerns and praise services to celebrate special blessings.

Trinity's worship follows the pattern found in the United Methodist Hymnal. As the family of faith, we gather:

We pray that you will join us in worship to the Lord who has given us the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Trinity United Methodist Church • 626 Norwood Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302 • Telephone 864/585-4884 (Fax 585-3851)