Adult Ministry
Adult Sunday School Classes at TRUMC meet at 10am.
The Young Adults
Class Description: Young men and women, couples, and singles, who have finished high school, 18ish to 35ish.
Meeting Location: ED 105
The Trail Class
Class Description: Men and women, singles and couples, usually in their 30s and 40s, but all ages are welcome.
Meeting Location: ED 102
The New Beginnings
Class Description: This class is for men, women, singles, and couples.
Meeting Location: Chapel
Coffee with Jesus
Class Description: This class is for men, women, singles, and couples.
Meeting Location: Parlor of the Family Life Center
Growth Groups
Growth Groups provide a dedicated space for adults to come together in faith and fellowship, offering a meaningful opportunity to delve into scripture and faith questions. Some groups examine the teachings from the previous Sunday’s message engaging in a thoughtful exploration of scripture passages, fostering discussions that encompass not only the scriptures themselves but also the sermon’s insights. Other groups use traditional bibles study and other resources to explore the intersection of life and faith.
There are several Growth Groups that meet during the week, typically in the fall and spring months.
Wednesday Evening Growth Group
Meeting Frequency: Every other Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:45PM
Location: Conference Room FH 20
Contact: Jay and Kelly Miers, simincat2@verizon.net
The Women’s Growth Group
Meeting Frequency: Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday mornings at 10AM
Location: Conference Room, FH20
Contact: Tamera Pirraglia, tvpirraglia@gmail.com
The Papas Growth Group
Meeting Frequency: Meets every other Wednesday at 7PM (alternating with the Mamas Group), beginning September 10, 2025
Location: Community Tap
Contact: Pete Cleveland, UrsaMajor2019@protonmail.com
The Mamas Growth Group
Meeting Frequency: Meets every other Wednesday at 7PM (alternating with the Papas Group), beginning September 3, 2025
Location: Parlor or Community Tap
Contact: Frances Hulme, Hulme.Frances@gmail.com
Solomon’s Porch II
Meeting Frequency: Friday mornings at 9:30 AM
Location: Zoom
Contact: Luanne Beller, luannesteve@yahoo.com
Bible Studies
Witness at the Cross: A Beginner’s Guide to Holy Friday
Led by Pastor Michelle, this 6-session study meets Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM, beginning February 24, in the Conference Room.
Experience Holy Friday through the eyes of those who witnessed Jesus’ death. In Witness at the Cross, Amy-Jill Levine explores the distinct roles and perspectives of the people at the cross, showing how each Gospel offers a unique story and meaning. Through their experiences, we gain fresh insights and come away transformed.
Join us to reflect, discuss, and deepen your understanding of the Crucifixion in a welcoming group setting.Beholding is available online in paper and ebook/Kindle formats at Cokesbury.com, Christianbook.com, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.
Everywhere is Jerusalem: Experiencing the Holy Then and Now
Led by Pastor Michelle, this 6-session study meets Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM, beginning April 14, in the Conference Room.
Christianity is a journey of real people in real places. In Everywhere is Jerusalem, James Howell takes participants on a spiritual pilgrimage from Bethlehem to Jerusalem, the Jordan River to Assisi, the Sea of Galilee to Montgomery, Alabama. Along the way, you’ll explore the deep connections between biblical stories and the places where they happened, see how Christians throughout history have lived out their faith, and discover how God is calling you to bring your faith to life in your own community today.
Woodlands Bible Study ('Miriam’s Rascals’)
Meeting Frequency: Tuesdays’s at 10:00 AM
Location: Woodlands at Furman apartment #1208
Contact: Linda Anderson, lcanders3131@me.net
Pickle Ball & Jesus
Promoting Healthy Minds, Body and Spirit & Relationships with exercise, fellowship, and community for fun and learning in a relaxing environment. All are welcome to join the fun at the PB&J Cafe.
Contact Mickey Hess
Prayer Team
The Prayer Team meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 11 am in the parlor to pray for the needs of our church, community, and world. To submit a prayer request or find out more information about the Prayer team, contact the Luanne Beller or Pat Hansen at prayer@trmethodist.net.
TRUMC Book Club
The Book Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 10 am in the Conference Room, FH 20 (upstairs between the Education Building and the Chapel) to discuss the month’s selected book. To learn more about the Book Club, contact Debbie Arnold.
Older Adults
Forever 55
Forever 55 is a group for EVERYONE in our church family (and friends) who have reached the milestone age of 55. Once you reach this milestone, you are always part of the group!
We gather monthly on the 3rd Thursday for a catered lunch, which includes a program of interest or entertainment and a celebration of that month’s birthdays. In addition to our regular lunches, we enjoy exciting outings and field trips to local venues, farms, plays, and other special events, including our Annual Christmas Party.
Our committee strives to keep lunch prices affordable, but please know that everyone is welcome regardless of ability to pay.
To join our notification list and receive updates about upcoming events, please send your name(s) and a working email address (or two) to Sandy Bailey at sbailey4750@gmail.com or call 864-421-4709.
TR Fellows
The TR Fellows is open to retired men in the congregation and meets monthly to promote easy fellowship among men at this stage of their lives. The monthly meeting format includes free-ranging discussion of topics of general interest, the sharing of personal histories, and the viewing of TED Talks. TR Fellows meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:30 am in the parlor of the Family Life Center. For more information, email Charlie Crenshaw.

