IMPORTANT & TIMELY

Mugs and Munchkins – This Tuesday from 9:30am-10:30am
Mugs & Munchkins will be every third Tuesday of the month from 9:30AM – 10:30AM.  This is a relaxed, welcoming space where caregivers can connect, kids can play, and we can all build friendships that will last a lifetime! Check out our flyer for all the upcoming dates & details. ​Mugs & Munchkins Flyer 2025.pdf​ More questions? Contact Annie Slabaugh (a.slabaugh@grtumc.org) or Laura Johns (l.johns@grtumc.org). 

Memorial Day Office Closure – May 25, 2026
The church office will be closed on Monday, May 25th due to the Memorial Day holiday.  The office will open again on Tuesday, May 26th at 9:00pm.  Any questions or concerns, contact Dani at office@grtumc.org. 

Family Camp Overnight Guests – Memorial Weekend: May 22-25, 2026
The reservations are in and we have an amazing group signed up this year! It’s going to be a fantastic weekend on the West Michigan lakeshore. Laura will be emailing you lodging & meals confirmation, as well as a pack list, schedule of events, and other key info by mid-May. If you have questions in the meantime, do not hesitate to reach out.

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The next newsletter will be for June.  June newsletter articles are due by May 19.
(NOTE: Going forward, newsletter articles will be due on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. If a month has five Tuesdays, the due date will be the 4th Tuesday instead.)

UPCOMING

Widows Lunch – Thursday, May 28 at 11:30am
You’re invited to the Widows Lunch on Thursday, May 28th at The Gathering Place located at 6886 Cascade Rd at 11:30am. RSVP to Ellie Bergman 616-309-4289.

• Families with High School Grads: Please let Laura & Annie know if your student will be in attendance and what size sweatshirt they prefer. We cannot wait to celebrate with them!

• Families with ANY Kids & Youth: Make sure to check out the online form and fill out the Books & Bibles section. This will ensure we have a book ready for your kiddos. Those ages 8-12 qualify for an inscribed Bible but only if you request it – so make sure to sign up today!

God’s Naturehood: Family Edition (Millennium Park) – Saturday, June 13 at 10:00am
Designed for Trinity families & friends with kiddos ages 12 and under, God’s Naturehood: Family Edition is a time of fellowship & fun at a local park! All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Join us June 13 from 10:00am-11:00am at Millennium Park, 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Walker, MI 49534. Our meet-up will feature a chance to play on the amazing Millennium Park playgrounds and then a short walk on the paved & boardwalk trails nearby. Allergy friendly snacks will be available, but make sure to pack your own beverages! Great for those young families and those school age kiddos with lots of extra summer-time energy. The trails are stroller & wagon accessible and there are restrooms on-site. Questions? Contact Laura Johns at L.Johns@grtumc.org.

Whitecaps Tickets Now Available – June 21 at 2:00pm – Deadline to Order May 15th
Join your Trinity family at LMCU Ballpark on Sunday, June 21 as the West Michigan Whitecaps take on the Lansing Lugnuts. Our box seats are in the same section as the last few years, but we are not able to do a group BBQ due to changes at the ballpark. Food voucher options are available to ensure no one goes hungry. Get all the mix & match ticket/voucher info online at tinyurl.com/TUMCWhitecaps2026. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 15. Questions? Contact Laura Johns at l.johns@grtumc.org.

SAVE THE DATE: Queer & Christian w/Brandan Robertson – Tuesday, June 9 from 6:30pm-8:30pm
We’re excited to announce an upcoming FREE event on June 9, 2026, featuring Brandan Robertson, queer scholar and pastor, and author of Queer and Christian. This promises to be an inspiring evening of dialogue and community engagement.  The night will include a discussion with Brandan, a Q&A session, access to community resources and a book signing! RSVP at:  https://tinyurl.com/QueerChristian2026

ONGOING

God’s Naturehood: Sunday Kids Edition – June 14 & 21, July 12 & 19, August 9 & 16
Calling all Pre-K to 5th Grade kiddos! Come upstairs to the TrinityKids Room after Children’s Moment on select Sundays this summer for a class with Ms. Laura, Ms. Annie, and other Protection Policy certified leaders. We’ll learn about what God has made by examining different parts of creation, digging into amazing science facts, and (when weather permits) spending time outside exploring the Naturehood right around our building! There will be crafts, games, science, stories, and more. Sunday Kids Edition will be offered June 14 & 21, July 12 & 19, August 9 & 16. Weekly programming for kiddos & youth will return in September. 

Musicians Needed for Summer Special Music!
Throughout the summer members and friends of the Trinity community are invited to sign up and share their musical talents as our weekly special musicians. If you have a musical gift, please sign up and share your musical talents with us! Jane Van Hof, Trinity’s collaborative organist and pianist, is scheduling summer music for worship at Trinity. Click on this link to access a sign-up form. Jane is willing to accompany you and rehearse with you as needed, and will also organize small ensembles if there is interest! If you have questions, you can reach Jane at janevanhof@att.net.

Friends of Rohr at Trinity (FoRT) Small Groups
FoRT (Friends of Rohr at Trinity) is a group of over 40 folks who enjoy studying Father Richard Rohr’s writings. Together we desire to integrate action and contemplation in our lives. As we gather each week to discuss our reading and enjoy fellowship together, we find we are “growing Deeper, loving Better, seeing God more Clearly.” You’re invited to join us! Keep an eye out for connection points throughout the summer! Contact Laura Johns at l.johns@grtumc.org or other members of the FoRT Leadership Team: Merrita Tumonong, Penny Murray & Steve Murray. 

Social Justice Resource Document – Available Online NEW UPDATES
Find our latest justice resources online HERE!  Our Google Doc is updated weekly and includes resources, organizations & direct action steps.  Thank you for being part of this journey!

Coffee & Conversation- Tuesdays at 10am, Parlor
Need a bit of social time with your Trinity friends and staff? Join us every Tuesday for Coffee & Conversation in the Parlor at 10am.

Did you know?  
The Kent Dems now collects compost material through Organicycle and also accepts clean Styrofoam for recycling (like packaging Styrofoam). Folks can drop off material to the Kent Dems (301 Fuller NE) M-F from 10am-4pm.