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The office of deacon is set forth in the Scriptures as ordinary and perpetual in the Church. The office is one of sympathy and service, after the example of the Lord Jesus; it expresses also the communion of saints, especially in their helping one another in time of need.

It is the duty of the deacons to minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless, and to any who may be in distress. It is their duty also to develop the grace of liberality in the members of the church, to devise effective methods of collecting the gifts of the people, and to distribute these gifts among the objects to which they are contributed.

All members and their families are assigned to a deacon that is personally responsible for your material care. If you have a specific need, your deacon is a good place to start. If you don't know who your deacon is, please contact your elder or Logan Putnam (the current head of the diaconate) to find out. You can also raise concerns with your elder or any deacon -- they will be quick to pass on your need to your deacon.

Trinity is grateful for the service of its deacons. In the PCA, deacons are elected to their office and hold it for life. We do, however, encourage our deacons to take sabbaticals routinely to manage their workload and, if necessary, to relinquish their active duties as needed. Unless otherwise noted, the deacons below are currently active and serving in their official capacity. Deacons are listed alphabetically.

Kendrick Doolan

Deacon since 20XX - Currently on sabbatical

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Wes Ferwerda

Deacon since 20XX - currently on sabbatical

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Matthew Gordon

Deacon since 20XX

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Joshua Marengo

Joshua has been a member of Trinity since 2017 and has served as a deacon since 2022. Professionally, he has experience in teaching students in Special Education, which he brings to his diaconal duties with diligence and care. He is married to his wife, Bridget, and they have 2 children.

A verse that informs his understanding of service is Philippians 2: 1-11, which points towards the servant nature of Christ and calls us to serve others in view of His perfect example.  

Ben McKeown

Deacon since 20XX

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Jesse Morgan

Deacon since 20XX

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David Putnam

Deacon since 20XX

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Logan Putnam

Deacon since 20XX - Currently Head of Diaconate

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Brad Tatum

Deacon since 20XX

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If you have general questions for the diaconate, or wish to bring a need from another member to their attention, please reach out to your deacon or Logan Putnam. The deacons meet monthly (dates are noted on the calendar) to discuss business and ensure member needs are met. The diaconate has several subcommittees that handle particular duties, noted below.

Budget Subcommittee

  • The Budget Subcommittee plans and maintains the annual TPC budget, balancing ministry needs against anticipated and actual giving.
  • The committee presents its budget plans to the Session for review and to the congregation at the December congregational meeting.
  • Current members are: Lead, Deacon 1, Deacon 2, etc.

Mercy Subcommittee

  • The Mercy Subcommittee ensures material/financial support for members in need, overseeing a fund set aside for that specific purpose.
  • The committee confidentially receives requests for care and enlists other deacons, elders, or certain members to meet these needs as appropriate.
  • Current members are: Lead, Deacon 1, Deacon 2, etc.

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Julie Tatum

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Church Music Coordinator

Julie serves as the Church Music Coordinator, leading and organizing the music ministry to enhance worship and glorify God through song. With a deep love for sacred music and a commitment to spiritual excellence, she [insert responsibilities] to create meaningful worship experiences. She thoughtfully blends traditional hymns with modern worship songs, creating a dynamic musical experience that honors the church’s heritage while adding new music. Additionally, Julie organizes and supports our music volunteers to ensure smooth and impactful worship services. Originally from ___, Julie has been part of the Trinity community for ___ years and brings ___ years of musical and ministry experience. She holds a degree in ___ and has a background in ___, with experience in ___ (e.g., choral directing, instrumental performance, worship leading). In her free time, Julie enjoys ___.

Missy Schwartz

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Church Administrator

Missy serves as the Church Administrator, overseeing the daily operations and administrative functions that support the mission and ministries of Trinity. With strong organizational skills and a heart for service, she coordinates between elders, deacons, and congregants to ensure the smooth functioning of church activities and events. Missy is a founding member of Trinity and has served as administrator since 2016. She holds a degree in Molecular Biology and Physician Assistant studies and enjoys gardening in her free time.

Esther Doolan

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Specialty Care Coordinator

Esther serves as Trinity's Specialty Care Coordinator, providing compassionate support and care to individuals in need within the church community. With a heart for service, she coordinates programs and resources for those facing physical, emotional, or spiritual challenges, ensuring that everyone feels valued and supported in participating in church life. Esther works closely with church staff, volunteers, and local organizations to meet the unique needs of individuals - offering buddies for students with disabilities, modified church materials, and volunteer training. In addition, as the Children’s Ministry Coordinator, she puts together the children’s curriculum and shares ministry and prize system oversight with the Children's Ministry Administrator.  She has been a part of the Trinity community for seven years and brings ten years of experience in care coordination and working with children. In her free time, Esther enjoys reading, jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with her husband Kendrick.

In addition to these roles, Esther manages the prayer needs of the congregation. She serves as a trusted point of contact for those seeking spiritual support from our community, organizing prayer requests and sending them out to the church. At Trinity, we believe in the power of prayer and are committed to praying for one another as an expression of our faith and love. We hold to the words of James 5:16, “Pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”

Lauren Everhart

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Women's Ministry Coordinator

Lauren serves as TPC's Women’s Ministry Coordinator, a ministry she helped launch with Trinity that provides Trinity's women with regular opportunities to connect through study and fellowship. She has a passion for connecting women via God's Word and has led Bible studies in churches for over twenty years. She established Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS -- now MomCo), at TPC and then transitioned it to Moms Coffee and Conversation (MC2), a smaller, TPC-based ministry. Outside of TPC, Lauren works in nonprofit communications, serving on the Partner Engagement team at International Justice Mission (IJM), a global nonprofit protecting people in poverty from violence. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the UNC Chapel Hill, where she studied news editorial and vocal performance. Lauren also recently completed a content writing certificate from Cornell. Hailing from Prince George's County, she is a mom of four, an aspirational jogger, and a lover of crosswords and cold brew.

Rae Waldo

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Social Media Manager

Rae serves as Trinity's Social Media Manager, overseeing the church’s digital presence and communications across various platforms. With creativity and purpose, she develops content that reflects the church’s mission, engages the congregation, and reaches the wider community with the message of hope and faith we find in the gospel. She manages posts, updates, and online interactions to ensure consistent, welcoming, and informative communication. Rae has been part of the Trinity community since January 2022 and brings 11 years of experience in digital media and marketing. Although originally from New York, she met her husband Benjamin in Florida. Together they have two boys: David-James and Griffin. Rae holds a BA in History from USF, and as a result, you can always find her getting lost in a good book or story. 

Alexis Zintak

Alexis serves as our Children’s and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC’s children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children’s and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

Children's and Youth Ministry Administrator

Alexis serves as our Children's and Youth Ministry Administrator, bringing dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of TPC's children. With a focus on creating safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environments, she oversees volunteers, organizes events and activities, and is the point of contact for Children's and Youth Ministry. Originally from the Great State of Texas, Alexis has been a valued member of the Trinity community for 8 years (with a brief stint overseas). She holds a degree in Public Policy from Vanderbilt University and has served on the TPC staff for 2 years. In her free time, Alexis enjoys reading fiction, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her husband and 3 young children.

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