an Introduction to Trinity United Methodist Church

Our Christian faith is a journey.  We are all travelers, seeking to know and experience God in new and growing ways.  We are glad that you have included Trinity in your journey.  Starting Point is a place for you. It is not a destination, but a place of entry; a place to learn more and to consider where God might be calling you.

By attending Starting Point, you will learn more about Trinity ~ our beliefs, our ministries, our dreams for you, and our dreams for our community.  You will have the opportunity to meet our pastors and other members of the Trinity staff as they share with you about the ministries of Trinity.  New members are asked to take this class as soon as possible after joining our fellowship of believers, but if you are considering joining our fellowship, we would welcome you. We hope that you will join us to learn more about Trinity.  

Classes are presented approximately every two months.  The next class will be on May 18, 2008 in Room 269 from 2 pm – 5 pm. 

To register for a class call or email  Judy Culpepper (judy.culpepper@trinityhsv.org  or 883-3200 ext. 220)

Class Outline

Ø       Introduction to the 8 Facets of Faith Formation                                                       

Session 1: Belong & Serve                                                                                             

Ø       Who are we as a church

Ø       Our relationship to God – what does it mean to be a Christian

Ø       What we Believe -- Methodism                                                                            

Ø       What we believe about worship and Communion 

Session 2:  Covenant & Invite                                                                                                    

Ø       Covenant between us and God

Ø       What is expected of me as a member

Ø       What is expected of the congregation?

Ø       How you can be invitational?

Session 3:  Prayer, Study and Worship

Ø       Introduction to worship services

Ø       Small group opportunities

Session 4:  Give       

  Ø       Financial Stewardship