Trinity Presbytery's Office of Vital Congregations has shifted its focus from working primarily with pastors to a more inclusive process. The new approach is one of collaboration using ministry teams. We have tested a ministry team approach to training and found that working with representatives from the session, deacon board, congregation and other leadership groups is much more effective in church growth and development.

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Trinity-Presbytery Peacemaking Committee HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST The Peacemaking Committee of Trinity Presbytery announces an essay contest for high school students residing within Trinity Presbytery who are members of a church within Trinity Presbytery or who are active in a Trinity Presbytery ministry. Graduating seniors are eligible to participate. Five cash awards of $100 each will be awarded. Click below for details.

Essay Application

Father's Day Offering for Migrant/Hispanic Ministries of Trinity Presbytery June 19th Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19th. Your gift to the Migrant/Hispanic Ministry of Trinity Presbytery fund these ministries which provide food, fellowship, Spanish Bibles and in-kind support to migrant workers and Hispanic families in need.  Please pray for these ministries and give generously to help the migrant workers who are here for the summer and the Hispanic families in our communities. Please make checks payable to Trinity Presbytery and write Migrant Ministry in the memo line. Place funds in the special envelopes. Offering envelopes, posters and bulletin inserts templates were distributed at the May 21st Presbytery meeting. Please check with your elder commissioners. Extras are available at the Presbytery Office.

Click the image for the Youth Council Application Trinity Presbytery's Youth Ministry Coordinator, Bill Wannamaker, is in the process of reorganizing the Trinity Presbytery Youth Council (TPYC). TPYC offers a unique way for rising 9th -12th graders to gain valuable leadership skills, learn more about the Presbyterian Church (USA), lead events for youth in our presbytery, and serve the Church in an important and challenging way. TPYC is made up of youth and adults from all over Trinity Presbytery. Anyone interested in being a part of TPYC should contact Bill at billwannamaker@flpc.org.

Save the Date! 2022 South East Region National Black Caucus Bienniel Conference July 14-17, 2022

2022 Summer Camp Registration is OPEN!

Don't miss out on all the fun happening at Camp Fellowship this summer. Check out the camps on the link below and register TODAY! Summer 2022

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina  Director of Foundation Services and Church Relations Shandon Presbyterian Church Director of Children's Ministry  Lake Murray Presbyterian Church- Day School  Lake Murray Presbyterian Church’s Day School is searching for a new Day School Director. We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills and a Christ-like heart to provide a safe environment for our children to experience optimum intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. Send resumes and questions to Savannah Demuynck at savannahd@lmpchurch.com. Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church Part-time Director of Youth Ministry

AT PENTECOST, WE CELEBRATE THAT GOD OFFERS MORE THAN WE CAN PLAN It's not too late; offerings can still be made after June 5th The words of the prophet Jeremiah, “I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, to give you a future with hope” reminded the Israelites that God’s gestures, thoughts and plans for them are peaceful, abundant and hopeful.  Our gifts to the Pentecost Offering connect with God’s hope and future, supporting ministries with children, youth and young adults by building a life of faith. Together we are building futures of hope, and lives of vibrant faith. READ MORE

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Synod of the South Atlantic African American Clergy  and Educators Virtual Retreats After much prayer and discernment for the need to remain connected, we will host a few more gatherings for African American Clergy and Educators. I f you would like to receive information regarding these events, please submit your direct contact information at  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6FJMFWR. PLEASE PLACE THESE PARTICIPATION DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR the link for connection will be sent closer to the date of the event July 15th October 28th In the past, we have hosted an African American Clergy and Educators Retreat at Epworth by the Sea on Saint Simons Island (GA) around the second week of September. The plan for an in-person retreat of this nature in 2022 is up for discussion. If you are interested in providing dialogue for this discussion, contact Rev. Cecelia D. Armstrong via email at ccarmstrong619@msn.com.

The Presbytery office has reopened. However, if you are planning on visiting the office, please call beforehand to be sure the staff member you need to see will be there. All safety precautions continue to be observed. The Presbytery Office Hours During COVID-19 9:00 a.m.- 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. -1 p.m. on Friday  Wednesday- open only for appointments, staff will be working remotely. Please call ahead if you need to make an appointment for Wednesdays. 803-794-1225