Sports Ministry

“We are a group of families from the Irvine/Tustin area. We initially met each other via various ways; some boys go to the same school, some played on the same youth sports teams such as soccer, baseball and basketball. We are supported by the sports ministry of Anaheim Free Methodist Church. The goal of the ministry is to provide a positive environment for all of the boys to learn basketball and encourage them to learn about God and Jesus Christ. How we go about that is we dedicate a portion of every practice to pray and discuss some aspect of the fruits of the Spirit within the context of basketball and sports, e.g. Joy (celebrate the little victories each player makes). On game days, we pray before and after the game in order to remind the boys who we represent.

“How the Center has impacted us is not only have you provided the boys a place to practice but it is a tangible example of an answered prayer for the boys to understand. We have been praying for a place to practice and it was providence that brought us to reach out to Trinity. For myself I felt like Gideon where I do not believe I am this amazing coach so I was asking God if you really want me to coach these boys and play winter season we will need a place to practice. It’s also a great witness for the families on our team that are unchurched. Even though we only go over Biblical concepts with the boys during the weekly practices I firmly believe the impact is much bigger as these boys will go home and ask their parents questions that are prompted by these practice discussions.

“In closing, your generosity and hospitality has challenged me to be bold in my faith with these boys and I have high hopes God has big plans for these boys’ lives.”

“AMEN and PRAISE THE LORD for the Center gym facilities at Trinity! Wintersburg Presbyterian Church of Santa Ana (ECO family) was in desperate need of a practice gym facility, as our new gym project is delayed until the Spring of 2019. Wintersburg has a thriving sports ministry program used as an outreach tool to minister to our 450 players on our 50 basketball teams. Several of our teams were unable to practice due to our new gym building delay. The Center was an answer to prayer and we so much appreciate everyone at Trinity for your dedication to expand your facilities so our players and families can be ministered to through sports. THANK YOU!”

"Thank you Trinity church for welcoming our athletics program into your new gym. Spirit Academy Athletics provides opportunities for homeschooled athletes that would otherwise be unavailable. The biggest challenge is having access to a gym. The Trinity gym is a Blessing to our athletes and families. We have been able to partner with other programs to provide quality training for our student athletes. This would not have been possible without access to the gym at Trinity. Many parents have stated what a Blessing the gym is. One of the best things about partnering with Trinity has been the great service from Tanner, Adam, Chrissy, and Nan. They are always ready to provide excellent service and work exceptionally hard to accommodate our needs. We Thank God for Trinity"

"The Center has been such a blessing to my kids and their friends! 2 of my sons have basketball practice there, and I can see the joy radiating in all their faces as they learn and play together. I'm so glad Trinity has provided this for our community! I love inviting our friends to church in a way that makes them feel comfortable!”