Inaugural Trinity Tavern Thursday

Last night the men of Trinity Covenant Church fellowshipped together at our first ever “Trinity Tavern Thursday”.  A good number of men from the congregation met at Old Chicago for brews and fellowship and lively discussion.

As it was the “kickoff”, our main formal topic of discussion was our purpose(s) in having such an event: to provide an opportunity for manly fellowship, to undergird the educational ministry of the church by means of discussion oriented study, to show the world that the coming of the kingdom means that life is to be a joyful celebration–that the Christian life is the “good life”, and to provide an occasion for outreach: a safe and informal setting for us to bring our friends.  Some guidelines and cautions were also given in order to help us make the event all it is intended to be.

Our first TTT went swimmingly.  Many more men showed up than expected, given the fact that we were unable to worship together last Lord’s Day due to the ice (which means much shorter notice in terms of an announcement) and the conversation was quite enjoyable. 

We are still trying to find the ideal venue for this event.  The culture in which we find ourselves cannot imagine life without a constant stream of sports on television and/or loud music.  I like both of those things…in their time.  But where is the pub or tavern in which men can enjoy a pint and visit with one another?  There does not appear to be such a thing in Wichita.  If you have any ideas, let me know.

Nevertheless the event was a success and we are all already looking forward to the next one, which will be the third Thursday of February (the 15th).  Perhaps I will remember to bring the camera to that one, so that I can post some pictures.

Pastor Sean Brandt