To help us provide timely and accurate communications, please ensure all submissions are publication-ready, including complete details, dates, times, locations, and any accompanying photos or graphics.  Thank you for helping us keep our church family informed and connected!

Newsletter, Bulletin and Communications Information

Share Your News with TRUMC

We want to help your ministry communicate clearly and effectively while keeping our church family informed and connected.

If you have an announcement, event, ministry update, volunteer opportunity, article, or story to share, please email your completed information to renee@trumc.org.

Please submit information as early as possible and follow the deadlines listed below.

What to Include with Your Submission

Please make sure your submission is complete and ready for publication. Include:

• Ministry or event name

• Date and time

• Location

• Brief description

• Intended audience

• Registration or sign-up information

• Contact person and contact information

• Final photo or graphic, if available

• Date the announcement should begin

• Date the announcement should end

• Communication channels you are requesting

Incomplete information may delay publication.

Communication Channels

Please indicate where you would like your information shared. Available communication channels may include:

• Sunday worship bulletin

• Weekly E-News

• Monthly newsletter

• Church website

• Church master calendar

• Worship slides

• Social media

• Realm

Placement will depend on available space, timing, relevance, and the communication needs of the church. Submitting an announcement does not guarantee placement in every requested communication channel.

Communication Deadlines

Sunday Worship Bulletin

Announcements for the Sunday worship bulletin must be submitted by Monday at 12 noon.

Information received after the deadline is not guaranteed to appear in that Sunday’s bulletin. When possible, late submissions may be included in a future bulletin or another appropriate communication channel.

Weekly E-News

Information for the Weekly E-News must be submitted by Wednesday at 12 noon.

The Weekly E-News is distributed on Friday afternoons and includes the upcoming Sunday’s Scripture, church announcements, activities, ministry opportunities, projects, and upcoming events.

Churchwide weather notices, bereavement notices, schedule changes, and other urgent information may also be distributed by email when appropriate.

Monthly Newsletter

Newsletter articles and updates must be submitted by 12 noon on the 18th of each month.

The monthly newsletter is generally mailed and shared electronically during the first week of the month. Some months may have combined editions or earlier deadlines because of holidays and seasonal schedules.

Early deadlines may apply around:

• Thanksgiving

• Christmas

• New Year’s Day

• Easter

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

Items received after the deadline may be held for the following edition.

The monthly newsletter is best suited for:

• Ministry stories and highlights

• Longer articles

• Member reflections

• Mission and outreach updates

• Upcoming programs and opportunities

• Photos from recent church activities

Please contact Renee if you have questions about an upcoming newsletter deadline.

Website and Church Calendar

Requests for the church website or master calendar should be submitted at least two weeks before the event.

Please provide complete and confirmed information. Notify Renee promptly if an event is postponed, relocated, canceled, or otherwise changed.

Worship Slides

Requests for Sunday worship slides must be submitted by Monday at 12 noon.

Keep wording brief and include only the most important details. Photos or graphics should be clear, appropriate, and ready for use.

Social Media

Social media requests should be submitted at least one week before the desired publication date.

Please include the event details, preferred posting date, registration link, contact information, and approved photos or graphics.

Submitting a request does not guarantee a specific posting date. Social media content will be scheduled according to the church’s overall communication calendar.

Major Events and Churchwide Promotions

Communication requests for major events should be submitted four to six weeks before the event.

Early notice allows time to coordinate announcements across the bulletin, newsletter, Weekly E-News, website, calendar, worship slides, social media, Realm, and other appropriate channels.

Editing and Publication Guidelines

All submissions are subject to staff review and may be edited for:

• Clarity

• Length

• Accuracy

• Grammar

• Consistency

• Available space

• Church communication standards

Staff may determine the most appropriate communication channel and publication schedule for each submission.

Please do not submit incomplete dates, unconfirmed event details, draft registration links, or graphics that have not received final ministry approval.

Sign Up for Weekly News and Updates

Stay connected with the ministries and activities of Trenholm Road United Methodist Church.

Our Weekly E-News is distributed each Friday afternoon and includes:

• Upcoming Sunday information

• Church announcements

• Ministry activities

• Fellowship opportunities

• Mission projects

• Volunteer opportunities

• Important churchwide updates

Subscribers may also receive weather-related closures, bereavement notices, emergency announcements, and other timely information.

Use the sign-up form below to receive church news and updates by email.

Text and SMS Communications

TRUMC may use text messaging to share timely information, including church updates, event reminders, schedule changes, closures, and emergency announcements.

To join the Trenholm Road United Methodist Church texting service, please follow the current text-message sign-up instructions provided by the church.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for assistance or STOP to unsubscribe.

For assistance, call 803-254-6695 or email byrnie@trumc.org.

Trenholm Road United Methodist Church does not share text-message opt-in information or consent with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Monthly Newsletter Archive

Current and previous editions of the TRUMC newsletter are available below. Select an edition to read or download it.

Trenholm Road UMC Texting & SMS Privacy Policy

At Trenholm Road UMC , we prioritize the privacy of our community members. We are committed to safeguarding the information collected through our Texting and SMS services. This policy outlines the information we collect, how we use it, and your rights and choices regarding this information, ensuring compliance with communication laws and best practices.

How to Opt-In

To join our Texting and SMS service, please go to the contact page and click the box to receive texts from [Company Name].

Information Collection

When you use our Texting and SMS services, we may collect the following:

Your name, email, and mobile phone number.

Any additional information you voluntarily share.

Technical information, such as your device type and phone carrier, to improve service performance.

How We Use Your Information

The information collected through our Texting and SMS services is used to:

Send timely communications, including updates about services, events, and community initiatives.

Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

Occasionally send promotional messages about Trenholm Road UMC initiatives, unless you opt out.

Sharing of Information

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Texting and SMS services. These providers are contractually obligated to:

Maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

Use your information solely for the purpose of supporting our services.

Your information may also be disclosed if required by law or to comply with national security or law enforcement requests.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Texting and SMS services and fulfill our legal obligations.

Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary based on your preferences or activity.

Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.

SMS TEXT MESSAGING TERMS and CONDITIONS

You agree to receive informational messages (appointment reminders, account notifications,

etc.) from Trenholm Road UMC. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

For help, reply HELP call us at: (803) 254-6695 or email us at byrnie@trumc.org. You can opt-out at any time by replying STOP."