bbq dudes
A group for men interested in good fellowship and good BBQ.
It doesn’t matter if you like cooking BBQ or just eating it. Join us the first Thursdays – first gathering TBD. Locations will vary.
contact group leader Adam Holmes
find your people
adult ministries
Connection, growth, and community for adults at every stage of life.
Adult Ministries
making meaningful connections
Find Your People Whether you want to meet others in your stage of life, share interests, or just laugh together over coffee, there's a place for you here.
Don't see a group that fits? Have an idea for a new one?
Contact Pastor Ann Fenlason — we'd love to explore it with you.
Group updates, details and registration are shared in our ministry guide, newsletter, weekly emails, text-to-Trinity links, worship announcements, and at the Sign-Up Center. Sign up for emails to stay in the loop.
bless the years
An annual celebration honoring our members 80+ year-olds. These members are cornerstones of Trinity.
Volunteers needed to serve.
Next event: May 2, 2027
led by Jennifer Larson
bunco
Join us for a night of BUNCO in the Narthex gathering area. All levels of experience welcomed, we'll teach all first time players. It is a fun, easy to learn game of dice. No strategy involved, just luck of the dice.
Bring your own snacks and beverages. We'll provide the game, score cards and lots of fun!
facilitated by Connie Francis
text BUNCO or click here
caring connections
Supporting a loved one through aging, illness, or changing needs? Connect with others for relaxed conversation and encouragement.
If you have ideas or would like to host, please contact Cari.
facilitated by Cari Bullemer
dorcas circle
A womens group meeting first Thursdays 9:30-11am (Sept 3-May 6) in the Conference Room. Time includes devotion, Bible study using the Gather magazine, socializing, and supporting women in need. Dorcas is one of the first followers of Jesus and she was devoted to good works and charity. Donations from handmade cards (available at Sign Up Center) support women in need. All are WELCOME!
led by Marlys Jenson and Joan Ziemer
no sign up required
empty nesters
If you’re an empty nester or just looking for a social setting opportunity to get to know others, please sign up. The group kicked off last fall in a big way with a gathering of around 30 people, married and single. We are looking forward to gathering socially about 4 times during the year and, as time goes on, adding a mission focus.
upcoming event: saturday, nov 7
details to come
group leader Andrea Henneman
click here
faith & justice
Faith & Justice is a small group for adults interested in exploring how Scripture and faith shape the way we understand and respond to the world around us. This fall, we’re looking for one or more people interested in helping guide the group into its next season, bringing participants together and helping shape what comes next, whether service projects, books or articles to discuss, or other ways to learn and engage together. Dates and times will be determined as the group comes together.
Interested in helping? Contact Pastor Ann.
focus on faith
A Trinity Women Bible study Fridays 9:30am (Sept 18, 2026 through May 21, 2027 excluding Oct 16, Nov 27, Dec 25, jan 1, and Mar 26) in the Fireside Room. Typically a video study accompanied by an optional workbook.
led by Kari Newell
text FOCUS or click here
friday guys
Fellowship and discussion on upcoming preaching text with Pastor Adam, 2nd and 4th Fridays 7am at Blackwater Coffee & Café in Maple Plain.
group leader Pastor Adam
come when you can
gather study
Join Pastor Ann for conversation and study of Women of the ELCA’s Gather magazine articles (subscription helpful) on Tuesdays at 1:30-2:45pm in the Conference Room beginning Sept 29, 2026.
contact group leader Pastor Ann
men’s study group
Every other Wednesday 7-8am in the Conference Room. Study includes discussion on various books. Our study includes discussion as we read various books. Phillip Yancy is one of the most frequent authors we have studied.
led by Ron Schulte
no sign up required
see calendar for upcoming dates
parents as spiritual guides
Join Allison Rykken, Trinity member, mom, wife, friend, licensed social worker, an author, and a spiritual director, for a 6-week spiritual direction group for parents.
Sundays 10:15am, Sept 20-Nov 1
Read a short chapter each week and answer workbook questions at home. We will share what we discovered together at Trinity.
facilitated by Allison Rykken
click here
pop-up events
A variety of one-time events throughout the year such as game days, museum tours, trivia nights, etc.
Have a great idea? Please share.
contact Pastor Ann
prayer shawl
Gather third Tuesdays at 12:30pm in the Fireside Room for fellowship, support and a little knitting or crocheting. Items are given to members, people in need, and our newly baptized. No experience with knitting or crocheting? No problem—we’ll teach you!
contact Pat Wulff
no sign up required
quilters
Fellowship and service meeting every other Monday 9am-noon in the Art Room. Tie quilts for those experiencing homelessness, chemical dependency, endangered women & their children, and others in need.
The Trinity Quilting Ministry is always welcoming new members—and we especially need people to help sew quilt tops. If you can’t attend regularly that's okay, you can also sew tops at home. We’ll provide fabric, simple instructions, and support—it’s very basic sewing, nothing fancy!
We also gratefully accept donations of fabric and gently used sheets.
Interested? Contact Carol for more information. Thank you for considering being part of this meaningful ministry!
led by Carol Ketcham
no sign up required
see calendar for upcoming dates
shift
The goal is to connect people and topics that encourages listening, learning, and engaging in new ways with each other. During the program year, SHIFT is held periodically in the Sanctuary following the Sunday worship service.
upcoming:
sunday, oct 11
Bill Sherck
watch past SHIFT recordings on YouTube
facilitated by Linda Koltes
sunday supper group
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a special gathering that celebrates community & the joy of sharing stories. Join us on the second Sunday each month for a meal. A main dish will be provided, and there will be a sign-up for sides, desserts and beverages.
New this year, our gatherings will also be shaped by the book A Meal with Jesus, by Tim Chester. This book explores Gospel stories of Jesus sharing meals with others and what those meals can teach us about grace, community, hope and mission.
We cherish our time in fellowship and conversation, especially with other members of all ages!
The group gathers 2nd Sundays (Sept 13-May 9) 4:30-6:30pm in the Great Hall (dinner at 5pm).
contact Kassy Heinrich-Wydra & Rob Wydra
to sign up click here
trinitarians
education, fellowship, mixed, serve
A group of seniors who do social events, service projects and helpful information sessions. All adults are welcome.
upcoming:
Informational Session: Fraud Prevention
thursday, sept 10 @ 9:30am
conference room
Game Day + Lunch
thursday, sept 30 @ 10:30am
play 500 or 7UP plus pizza and dessert
trinity's narthex
Arsenic & Old Lace
thursday, oct 15
sidekick theater
led by Ron & Barb Schulte, Dick & Pat Wulff, and Sharrie Flaig
see sign up center
trinity moms
This is a ministry for moms to connect, grow in relationship with God, support one another in parenting joys and struggles, and build meaningful connections. Meets 2nd Thursdays (Beginning Sept 10, 2026–April 8, 2027) 9:30-11:30am in the Youth Room. Childcare provided. Join anytime.
facilitated by Julie Vagle
text MOM or click here
trinity women
education, fellowship, serve, women
Opportunities for fellowship, growth, and education such as speaker events, retreats, pickleball, walks, book club, and more.
Complete this survey to share any ideas for future events or small groups.
contact Stacey Royal
trinity women-only pickleball
Trinity Women-Only Pickleball
Tuesdays 7:30-9pm
ALL LEVELS
First Tuesdays with Coach Troy Koltes (perfect night for beginners)
- in Trinity gym
- signup required by noon on Tuesdays
- $5 per person, per night
- space limited to 12
- if just 3 are signed up, decision will be made by the group whether to play or not
Signup opens 3 weeks prior.
text TWpickle
click here
women’s study group
Our group in recent years has studied books written by James W. Moore. Study group meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (September-June) 9:30am in the Fireside Room. New members are always welcome.
led by Barb Schulte
no sign up required
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