Small Groups
Thrive in Christ together.
Small Groups at Trinity have two semesters: Fall (September – November) & Winter / Spring (January – May). Take a look at the options below & find your group! There are groups for every age: children, youth, & adults. Reach out to the leaders listed under “contact” to learn more. If you have trouble getting in touch or you have questions, contact the Church Office!
Church Contact: Trinity.Secretary@verizon.net, 570-275-1255
WINTER/SPRING 2023 SMALL GROUPS
Small Groups officially kick off for the winter/spring semester the week of January 15th! Contact your group leader for more info (some groups may begin earlier)
ADULT SMALL GROUPS
Young Families Small Group:
This group is for adults in their younger years, or raising younger families, whether single or married, with or without kids. We’ll come together to share life, grow in God’s truth, and encourage one another as we navigate the unique challenges of this season.
NOTE: For Kids during the Small Group Hour, we have ActivateKidz Small Groups for Pre-K & School-Agers downstairs on the same level as the parents, as well as Nursery upstairs for little ones!
Target Group: Younger adults 20s-30s & those raising younger families
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in the ActivateKidz Room (Room 13)
Contact: Kim Green, Greenisgreen2013@gmail.com
Pastor David, DLayser@susumc.org
Grace-Fueled Women:
A group for young women to love & encourage one another as we follow Jesus & build strong, Christ-centered relationships.
Target Group: Women 20s-30s, but open to other ages who want to connect with this generation of women
Time & Place: Thursdays at 7pm, rotating between Kelly’s house & Kylie’s house
Contact: Kelly Zeek, Mrskellyzeek@gmail.com
Kylie Romeo, Kylie.romeo@yahoo.com
Megan Holland, Lontzym@gmail.com
Wild at Heart:
A group for young men building a fellowship of like-minded brothers in Christ, seeking the heart of God for our lives.
Target Group: Men 20s-30s, but open to any men looking for connection
Time & Place: Mondays at 7pm starting January 16th, in the Church Parlor
Contact: Pastor David, DLayser@susumc.org
Purpose-Driven Life:
This Small Group will help those who are new to faith, new to the church, or just looking for a good place to find fellowship & refresh their walk with God.
Target Group: All ages
Time & Place: Tuesdays at 6pm in the Church Parlor
Contact: Reenie Miller, Reeniemiller.56@gmail.com
PJ Taylor, Peaches1910taylor@aol.com
Young at Heart:
Adults of different ages meeting to study God’s Word & support each other in our faith walk. One of our four historic Sunday School classes.
Target Group: 50s & up, but open to all
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in Room 17
Contact: Judy McCormick, Hrlylvrs02@ptd.net
Kaleidoscope:
Connect with adults of different ages, and be encouraged to take your next step of faith as we study the Bible and explore topics related to faith & life.
Target Group: Adults, any age
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in Room 15
Contact: Diane Long, Drlong1000@gmail.com or Pat Chambers wally4potus@verizon.net
Women at the Well:
Women seeking fellowship & studying Scripture through Biblical & topical series that apply to our lives. One of our four historic Sunday School classes.
Target Group: Women 50s & up, but open to all ages
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in Room 18
Contact: Sandy Reabuck, Skrwriter1@yahoo.com
Lost & Found:
A group of older adults uniting in love & harmony to study more of God’s Word so we can become “fishers of men.” One of our four historic Sunday School classes.
Target Group: 60s & up, but open to all
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in Room 20
Contact: Verna Everett, Leighlamae@aol.com
YOUTH SMALL GROUPS
Click Here to learn more about Trinity Youth
Trinity Youth Jr. High:
Trinity Youth gathers on Sunday nights at 6pm for large group time with games, snacks & teaching. Then at 7pm we breakout into Small Groups based on age.
Target Group: Teens 6th – 8th Grade
Time & Place: Sundays at 7pm (2nd half of Youth Gathering) in the Fellowship Hall
Contact: Emily Layser, TrinityCYmin@gmail.com
Trinity Youth Sr. High:
Trinity Youth gathers on Sunday nights at 6pm for large group time with games, snacks & teaching. Then at 7pm we breakout into Small Groups based on age.
Target Group: Teens 9th – 12th Grade
Time & Place: Sundays at 7pm (2nd half of Youth Gathering) in the Parlor
Contact: Emily Layser, TrinityCYmin@gmail.com
KIDS’ SMALL GROUPS
Click Here to learn more about ActivateKidz Ministry
ActivateKidz Pre-K:
Children aren’t too young to experience fellowship in the church! We want them to learn at a young age the value of growing in Christ with other friends as they learn together, play together, & pray together. A Small Group for Pre-K children during the Sunday Small Group Hour.
Target Group: Kids ages 2-5 (Pre-K)
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in the Bumble Bee Room
Contact: Emily Layser, TrinityCYmin@gmail.com
ActivateKidz School-Age:
Kids at the school age level are increasingly experiencing pressures & challenges that adults in previous generations didn’t think about until their teen years. Kids need support as they learn to follow Christ together in this challenging world. A Small Group for school-age children during the Sunday Small Group Hour.
Target Group: Kids Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Time & Place: Sundays at 915am (Small Group Hour) downstairs in the School-Age Room
Contact: Emily Layser, TrinityCYmin@gmail.com
*Nursery:
Childcare is also available for children younger than 3 during the 915am Small Group Hour, upstairs in the Nursery, staffed by a paid Trinity Learning Center staff member & volunteers. All staff & volunteers working with children at Trinity Church have their required clearances & Safe Sanctuaries training.
Trinity has other opportunities for fellowship besides Small Groups, checkout the options below:
Trinity Men's Group:
Gather in support of each other to share burdens, needs, & shared interests.
Target Group: Men all ages
Time & Place: 1st Saturday of the month at 7am, various restaurants
Contact: Jonathan Spahr, jonathan.e.spahr@gmail.com
Pat Chambers, wally4potus@verizon.net
Quilters' Ministry:
Create new or finish heirloom quilts as we fellowship. All proceeds benefit the church.
Target Group: All ages interested in quilting
Time & Place: Tuesdays at 8am downstairs in the Quilter Room
Contact: Betty Ann Huber, Martha Kitchen
Prayer Shawl Ministry:
Create blankets & shawls to give to people to show that their church is praying & thinking of them.
Target Group: All ages interested in knitting & crocheting
Time & Place: Mondays at 1030am in the Church Parlor
Contact: Barb Costella
Prayer Team:
Gather to pray for our Church family, ministries, community & one another.
Target Group: All ages interested in praying together
Time & Place: Fridays at 10am in the Church Parlor
Contact: Reenie Miller, reeniemiller.56@gmail.com
Sandy Hess, r-s2133@hotmail.com
Dinner Club:
Get to know your Church Family, everyone is welcome to join us for dinner at local restaurants each month.
Target Group: All ages
Time & Place: 2nd Friday evening of the month, sign up to be notified of which restaurant we're attending
Contact: Dot Welliver, welliverdot@gmail.com
Women's Breakfast Bunch:
All women invited for food, fellowship & prayer!
Target Group: Women of all ages
Time & Place: 2nd Saturday of the month, meet in Church Parking Lot at 830am & attend various local restaurants
Contact: Barb Barron, babarron11@gmail.com
Warriors for Christ (Christian Martial Arts):
We host this outside ministry focused on physical, mental & spiritual training in a Christian-based martial arts program (This is a paid program led by trained teachers)
Target Group: Ages 5 & up, classes for kids & adults, learn as a whole family
Time & Place: Mondays & Thursdays, 6pm Kids/Beginners, 715pm Adults in the Church Fellowship Hall
Contact: Shane Holland, smholland93@gmail.com
Ping Pong Group:
An outside group of Geisinger staff have used our Gym for weekly ping pong nights for years, they are always open to new visitors of all skill levels! This is a fun night for adults & youth, visit any time.
Target Group: All Ages interested in playing Ping Pong
Time & Place: Tuesdays at 7pm in the Church Fellowship Hall
Contact: Church Office, Trinity.Secretary@verizon.net
Want to go deeper? Consider forming a Discipleship Band, a group of 3-5 who focus on accountability & prayer.
What is a Discipleship Band?
Rooted in the early Methodist revival, Discipleship Bands are a historic, transformative, yet simple way to grow as followers of Christ through intentional, in-depth connection with a few other Christians. It works like this:
- 3-5 believers (of the same gender) choose to form a band. Discipleship Bands are meant for committed, growing Christians who are ready to interact in a mature and trusting way. It’s important that everyone involved is there with a desire to engage this process. You can choose your own group, or we can help you connect with others who are looking for a group.
- Pick a regular time (preferably once a week) to connect via phone / video call (or in-person when the restrictions are lifted)
- Take 45 minutes to an hour to connect with the same easy format each week (no prep required): 5 voluntary questions (not everyone has to answer every question every week) designed to help you reflect on how God is working in your life and where you need His healing and forgiveness, as well as a time to pray for one another with what is happening in your week.
Visit the website below to download the free PDF guide or watch the video series: