Tim Daniels is in his twentieth year of service as senior minister of Trinity Gardens. His ability to reach people through soul-piercing sermons and to counsel individuals to recovery comes from the tutelage of his father, the late M.C. Daniels, Christian education, and his daily walk with the Lord.

Tim believes that the diversity of people within our church blending harmoniously toward a common goal of serving the Lord makes Trinity Gardens unique. The church has come together to set aside tradition and focus on helping others by meeting people at their source of need. “Because every person and gift are respected, our diversity has become a great source of strength, not division”.

Tim is a student of the Bible as well as an academic scholar. He earned his Associates degree from Southwestern Christian College, graduating summa cum laude, and is a Magna cum laude graduate of Texas A&M University – Commerce, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. Post-graduation, he’s had an accomplished career in the Information Technology and has shared his knowledge about the industry as an adjunct instructor at Prairie View A & M and Lone Star College.

He has dedicated 40 years of service amongst various ministries , working as youth minister, education director, assistant minister and his current role as senior minister.Tim and his wife, Cynthia, have been married 38 years and are the proud parents of one daughter – Jeana, two sons – Patrick and Marcus, and five grandchildren.

"Don't let a difference, be a difference!"  These words are Elder Julius Clebourn’s daily inspiration, shared by a mentor, the late Brother Johnny Wooten of the Scenic Woods Church of Christ.

Julius joined Trinity Gardens in June 2008, bringing a resume that includes hard work and dedication to service within the Lord’s church. He was baptized in March 1987 and shortly after began working with the youth ministry at Scenic Woods Church of Christ. In 1991, he transferred his membership to Shady Acres Church of Christ and had an active role in the congregation’s youth, benevolence visitation, and finance ministries. From 2001-2006 he was member of the Garden Oaks Church of Christ where he was a member of the benevolence, men's, and new converts ministries; and, he eventually became a deacon. During his time with us at Trinity Gardens, he has served in the First Principles and Care group ministries; was ordained as a deacon and is now an elder.

When asked what makes Trinity Gardens special, Elder Clebourn remarked, “The Church’s willingness to be different (non-traditional). We are a diverse body of people that celebrates a rich heritage. We are committed to building a living and viable church for the next generation's success, all while remaining true to God's written purpose for a body of Believers”.

Julius has been a loyal employee of NRG Energy (formerly HL&P) for 30 years. He is married to Jennifer; has three children, Jameka, JaKeisha, and Julius Clebourn III; and five grandchildren. His favorite scripture is Romans 12:1-3 and his favorite song is "How Great Is Our God “. He loves our church and is proud to be one of your elders.

Loyal, hard-working, and dedicated are synonymous with Elder George Nimmer. He has been a member of Trinity Gardens since 1990 when he was baptized under the leadership of the late M.C. Daniels and has been an active member within the Lord’s body.

Playfully known as “the man with the keys”, George is the building access administrator. He was installed as a deacon in 1993, ordained as an elder in 2014, and is a participating member of the teen, food pantry, education, finance, and care group ministries.

George was a courageous Corporal in the United States Marine Corp from 1967-1971; and, during this time he received a Purple Heart for injuries accrued in physical combat. After active duty service to our country, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston in 1981. Soon after graduation he was employed by Dow Chemical where he worked as a chemical buyer, retiring in 2012.

George is also a family man. He is married to Evelyn; has two adult daughters, Sowanda and Yolanda; and three grandchildren, Kennedi, Byron Jr., and Robert. He appreciates the diversity of our church and his favorite scripture is the 23^rd Psalms.

Jerry Antoine is all about service. He joined Trinity Gardens in 1992 and has been actively involved in multiple ministries. “This is the place where God has placed me to grow and develop spiritually”, said Brother Antoine; and his spiritual maturity is in the fruition of helping others.

Jerry was ordained as a deacon in 2001. He has been an associate minister for 15 years and has been a member of the prison, education, TIRR, and couples ministries for over a decade. His hard work and efforts have also received notoriety within the community. In 2006, he earned a Humanitarian Award from Sigma Gamma Rho. He was acknowledged by TIRR for length of service, assisting rehabilitation patients during their hospital stay. He has also received honors with his employer of 40 years, KBR-A Global Engineering, Construction and Services Company, earning the Service and Invention Awards.

Jerry married the late Rosie Antoine and has five children: Tomorrow, Felricia, WhiKeith, De’Iveyon, and Zatanika, and eight grandchildren. He is a living testimony to his favorite Bible verse, Romans 8:28 because “All things work together for good to those who love God”.

After 40 years of service with the United States Post Office, Classie Lemons retired and became our church’s administrative assistant. She is proud to call Trinity Gardens her church home and believes that it is unique because of our members and their eagerness to become involved in ministry work.

 “No one ‘s a stranger,” said Classie ”, when commenting on the friendliness and upbeat demeanor of our church family. Our Sunday morning worship services and praise team are also aspects of inspiration.

 Classie has been happily married to Tommie Lemons, Sr. for 50 years. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and meeting new people. She is a self-proclaimed window shopper and loves to snorkel, but admits that she can’t swim!

Valerie is a survivor and living testimony to overcoming life’s circumstances! She is a dedicated member of our church’s community and also serves as one of our administrative assistants.

Valerie appreciates the family-style atmosphere at Trinity Gardens. “Although we are considered to be some what of a mega church, we are close-knit, and our Pastor enjoys interacting with the members.” Valerie also values that our church accepts everyone as they are; being themselves, without judgment.

Valerie draws daily inspiration from Jesus and the fact that he died so that we could live. It is the motivation for her motto: “Live to Live”; and, with a positive spirit, she has been able to turn some of life’s devastating defeats into triumphs. She is a colon cancer survivor; has earned a masters degree after being declared legally blind; and, because of these incredible achievements, created a non-profit organization, Crusaders for Colon Cancer, Inc.

Founding a non-profit and becoming a living example of claiming victory has given Valerie the platform to share her survival story during many speaking engagements, including the following events:

• 15th Anniversary Luncheon Celebration - Compassionate Touch/Lifeline Chaplaincy
• Women's Equality Day Program - U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Featured Guest on Majic 102.1's Sunday Morning Live Program & KPFT 90.1 Radio Talk Show
• National Cancer Survivors Day - Kelsey-Seybold
• The 86th Sovereign Grand Assembly - Lilies of the Valley, Chapter 210
• Women's Christian Conference - West Point Missionary Baptist Church
• Breast Cancer Awareness Month Presenter – Mount Olive Baptist Church

Valerie enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married to the love of her life, Winslor, for 24 years and they enjoy the company of their grandkids. Valerie is also an avid skydiver and has a tendency to tell corny jokes (although she often wonders why she is the only one laughing)!