Leadership & Staff

Sharon Cady

MSW/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

I’m grateful for the opportunity to extend God’s love and care to individuals and families who desire assistance with a broad range of counseling needs.

At Trinity since: 1982
At Turning Points since: 1993
Married to: Don
Children that used to live at home: Stephen (Jill), Sarah (Josh)
Favorite verse: Isaiah 43:10
Favorite restaurant: Any, especially locally owned. Want to go now!?
Favorite activity: Gardening, Goodwill, Reading, Ultra-Triathlons

Leslie Colaw

Director of UpFront Ministry and Culture Development

Job Description: Oversees the UpFront Ministry, which includes hospitality and connections, as well as staff culture.

At Trinity since: August 2011
On staff since: 2012-2015 before taking a hiatus after our beautiful daughter Cara was born, then rejoined the team in 2018.
Married to: Mike Colaw, the hunkiest pastor around
Children: Two boys and three girls: Noah, Nate, Emma, and Cara, Julia
Favorite verse: "But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus Christ, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God." Acts 20:24
Favorite food: Mexican, anything chocolate
Favorite book: The Solace of Fierce Landscapes, anything by Henri Nouwen or Thomas Merton
Favorite movie: Lord of the Rings

Mike Colaw

Lead Pastor

I am the Lead Pastor at Trinity Church and the primary teaching pastor on the weekends at our Trinity NEI And Trinity EF Campuses!

At Trinity since: 2011
Married to: Leslie
Children: Noah, Nate, Emma, Cara, Julia
Previous work: Certified personal trainer
Favorite Activity: Lifting weights, playing guitar, Sooner football
Favorite Food:  Cow
Favorite Authors: C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, Timothy Keller

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Kelly Combs

Graphic Designer

I serve as the graphic designer for Trinity. My role is to communicate our vision and promote the ministries of Trinity creatively and clearly, whether in print, screen, or other forms of media. 

At Trinity since: May 2016
On staff since: August 2016
Married to: Tyler Combs
Favorite verse: Philippians 1:6
Favorite food: Tacos
Favorite movie: The Rear Window
Favorite sports team: Green Bay Packers
Favorite activity: Hand lettering
Childhood nickname: Seddy

Ty Combs

Next Gen Pastor - EF Campus

On staff since: July 2016
Married to: Kelly Combs
Previous work: Youth Pastor & Construction Laborer
Favorite verse: Acts 4:20
Favorite restaurant: State Fair Vendors!
Favorite movie: Cinderella Man
First car: 2001 Ford Ranger named “Rosie"
Childhood nickname: Tyroney Bologna

Amy Dillow

Child Care Administrator

As Child Care Administrator I provide leadership and direction for Trinity Child Care located on the NE Indy campus on Allisonville Road.

At Trinity since: 1999
On staff since: 2011
Married to: Brian
Children: Abby, Nicole, Bethany, Blake
Previous work: VP Operations, St. Vincent Health
Favorite verse: Galatians 6:9
Favorite food: anything someone else makes and chocolate
Favorite book: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Favorite movie: Blindside and Sound of Music

Jorge Escalante

Hispanic Ministries Pastor

I lead the Hispanic Ministry at Trinity / NE Indy. Our goal is to be a place where all are welcome and encouraged to be involved as we create a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural congregation to serve the Hispanic/Latino community of Fishers and Indianapolis.

On staff since: November 2016
Married to: Zulema Escalante
Children: Jorge, Elizabeth, Emma
Favorite verse: Hebrews 10:22
Favorite book: "Ardiendo para Dios" by Wesley L. Duewel
Favorite movie: Hacksaw Ridge, Harry Potter  
Favorite sport: Baseball, KC Royals
Favorite activity: Watching movies with family

Matthew Hines

Executive Pastor

Under the direction of the Lead Pastor, Matthew stewards Trinity Church's resources to accomplish the mission. He loves helping people find clarity, creating helpful structure for staff and ministries, and can get (way too) lost in a well-assembled spreadsheet. Matthew and his wife, Carin, enjoy life with their three boys.

On staff since: 2016
Married to: Carin
Children at home: Ian, Silas, Jesse
Previous work: Spanish Teacher
Favorite verse: Isaiah 26:3
Favorite book: Anything by John Grisham, Dallas Willard, or a well-written biography
Favorite sports team: Chicago Cubs
Childhood nickname: "Mateo"— because I grew up in Honduras

Anita Holmes

Trinity Child Care Financial Director

I am primarily responsible for the accounting functions related to Trinity Child Care and also assist with other accounting related needs for Trinity Church including processing of all payroll. . .for which everyone is grateful! 

At Trinity since: 1991
On staff since: August 2001
Married to: Phil
Children at home: Jennifer and Jeremy
Children that used to live at home: Jason and Megan
Favorite verse: Jeremiah 29:11
Favorite food: pizza
Favorite sport: gymnastics
Childhood nickname: Peanut

Cathy Howie

Garfield Park Campus Pastor

I am campus pastor at Trinity / Garfield Park. I love the city and believe God has given us a great opportunity to create a dynamic urban ministry for people to encounter Jesus and his life-changing grace. 

At Trinity since: 2000
On staff since: 2010
Married to: Tomas Howie
Children that used to live at home: Jon, Chris (Deanne)
Previous work: Director of Halcyon Arts, Keynote (Cru)
Favorite verse: Isaiah—the whole book!
Favorite vacation spot: my hometown—Grand Marais, MI
Favorite movie: Schindler's List
Favorite activity: reading, writing, photography, quilting

Jennifer Kitterman

Trinity Child Care Director

I am director of Trinity Child Care where we offer a safe, warm, Christian environment for toddlers through Pre-K. I love kids and for over thirty-years have enjoyed seeing hundreds develop, grow, and most importantly. . .know that Jesus loves them!

On staff since: 1984
Married to: Ladd Kitterman
Children that used to live at home: Samantha, Micah
Favorite verse: Galatians 2:20
Favorite food: All things Mexican
Favorite vacation spot: Marco Island, FL.
Favorite movie: What About Bob?
Favorite activity: Spending time with grandkids!

Josh Lavender

Worship Director

I serve as worship arts director and worship leader at the NE Indy campus. God continues to reveal His love to us in so many ways, I'm grateful that I have the privilege to lead our people in responding to His kindness.

At Trinity since: 2013
On staff since: 2015
Previous work: Music Teacher
Favorite verse: Ephesians 3:21
Favorite food: Reese’s cups
Favorite book: The Drama of Scripture
Favorite vacation spot: The Smoky Mountains
Favorite sport: Soccer!
Childhood nickname: J-Lav

Lindsay Luttrull

EF Ministry Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

I am the Ministry Coordinator and Administrative Assistant at Trinity Church / East Fishers. I am honored to support our staff and church family by helping with congregational care, ministry events and administrative tasks.

At Trinity since: April 2018
On staff since: June 2021
Married to: Peter Luttrull
Previous work: Elementary School Teacher
Favorite Activity: Spending time with family, baking, thrifting
Favorite Food: Indian Curry
Favorite Movie: Pride & Prejudice

Barbara Nichter

Executive Assistant

I am the Executive Assistant to Pastor Mike at Trinity /NE Indy and support the rest of the team with general administrative, communication and scheduling tasks. 

At Trinity since: 1987
On staff since: August 2011
Married to: my wonderful husband, Don
Previous work: Occupational Therapist
Favorite verse: Acts 20:24
Favorite vacation spot: Beach
Favorite sport: Bowling
Childhood nickname: Barbie

Donna Ranney

Trinity Childcare Assistant Director

I am Assistant Director of Trinity Childcare where we offer a safe, warm, Christian environment for infants through kindergarten. I enjoy seeing children grow and develop through creative, hands-on learning.

On staff since: September 1990
Children that used to live at home: Chad, Lindsey
Favorite verse: Psalm 34:6
Favorite food: anything Italian
Favorite vacation spot: Beach
Favorite sport: Baseball
Favorite activity: Hiking / Walking

Mike Schultz

Campus and Community Connections Pastor

I am the Campus Pastor at East Fishers. My role is to fulfill the mandate & mission of Christ through serving Trinity. This happens by pastoring on site at the East Fishers location and building connections within the greater Indy community.

At Trinity since: May 1, 2019
Married to: Reva
Three Adult Children - Heather, Jason & Christy.
Favorite Activity: Anything Outdoors
Favorite Food: Steak
Favorite Verse: Philippians 1:3-6 

Joe Shaw

Technical & Media Director

Mike Summers

Senior Adult Ministries Pastor

It’s an honor to serve senior adults at this stage of their life and to help meet their spiritual needs as their pastor. I’m encouraged by their desire to be engaged in worship through the church services we’re privileged to offer at Brookdale-Castleton, Allisonville Meadows, and Northridge retirement and assisted living facilities.

At Trinity since: Eisenhower administration
On staff since: 2001
Married to: Sara
Children that used to live at home: Michelle, Matt, and Marie
Favorite verse: Isaiah 40:31
Favorite Book: "Hear Me When I Call" by Charles Swindoll
Favorite vacation spot: New Buffalo, Michigan (I enjoy Lake Michigan)
First car: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair
Childhood name: Mikey

Elisa Teller

Assistant Worship Leader & Communications Coordinator

Job Description:  I oversee worship for ages 18 - under, assist in worship planning & leading at the NEI Campus, as well as oversee creative processes such as stage design & video! I also operate as communications coordinator, overseeing the communications processes for all campuses. 

At Trinity since: Started attending in the fall of 2017 

On staff since: January of 2019
Favorite verse: Isaiah 43:1-2
Favorite movie: Lord of the Rings
Favorite sport: Soccer 

Jess Thompson

Next Gen Ministry Assistant

Jessica takes great joy in providing administrative support for the Next Gen Ministry team and partners with the staff and volunteers to ensure that Trinity Kids and Trinity Student Ministry run successfully.

Attended Trinity since: January 2013

Previous work: Stay at Home Mom, Wedding/Event Planner

Favorite Activity: Spending time with friends and family

Favorite Food: Tacos

Khamh Tin Uk

Mizo Ministries Pastor

I am thrilled to be in Indianapolis and to be a part of the pastoral team at Trinity / Garfield Park. Indiana is home to the largest Mizo population in the United States, with approximately 20,000 Mizo living on the south side of Indianapolis and in Greenwood. In my role, I am responsible to lead the spiritual life, growth and development of this new Mizo congregation. 

At Trinity since: October 2017
On staff since: October 2017
Married to: Ca Hlei Par
Children at home: Khamh Bawi Thang, Khamh Bawi Thawng, Khamh Jeremy
Previous work: Evangelist in Myanmar and Malaysia
Favorite verse: 1 John 4:19
Favorite food: Chicken Fried Rice
Favorite sport: Table tennis, volleyball
Favorite activity: Travel, visiting interesting places

Taylor Wilding

Director of Discipleship & Worship Leader

I oversee all of the discipleship groups and discipleship process at Trinity, as well as, oversee and lead worship at the East Fishers campus. 

On staff since: April 2020
Married to: Jennifer Wilding
Previous work: Worship Director at Victory Highway Wesleyan Church
Favorite verse : Luke 4:16-19
Favorite hobby: Roasting Coffee
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite book: Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Favorite movie: Star Wars

AJ Wilk

Young Adult & Mobilization Pastor

AJ directs mobilization at Trinity. He loves empowering and encouraging the people of Trinity to connect deeply with God, and live out the Gospel in their day to day lives. He also leads our young adult ministry, Awaken, as he is passionate about equipping young adults to reach their communities for Christ. AJ and his wife Michaela love being part of the Trinity family!

On staff since: May 2020.
Married to: Michaela Wilk
Favorite Verse: Philippians 2, and Matthew 5:14
Favorite book and movie: Harry Potter 7
Favorite Hobby: sports of all kinds including basketball, golf, baseball and tennis.
Favorite food: Seafood