How can we help you follow Jesus?
The staff of Trinity United Methodist Church is committed to walking alongside you as, together, we seek to "grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." (2 Peter 3:18 NIV) If there is some way that we can help you deepen your discipleship, serve God in a new way, or begin a new life as a disciple of Jesus, please let us know! The office is typically open Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Parking is located behind the building. You can reference a parking map by clicking here.
Rev. David D. McManus, Jr.
Pastor
(803) 422-1121 (cell)
(843) 248-2194 (office)
Connecting with people in the congregation and community is a priority for Pastor David. If there is something you would like to talk about, please contact him to arrange a time when he can give you his full attention.
David has served as a pastor in The United Methodist Church since 2005. He was appointed to Trinity UMC in June of 2026. He is married to Samantha and they have one adult daughter, two dogs, a cat, and an assortment of tropical fish. His interests range from theology, woodworking, and art, to hunting and fishing. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Design from the College of Architecture at Clemson University, a Master of Architecture from Arizona State University, and a Master of Divinity from Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary.
Jennifer Donkle
Director of Programs
(843) 248-2194
Monday - Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Jennifer Donkle has been on staff at Trinity UMC since August 2022. She grew up in Queens, New York, and moved to the south in the mid-80s, landing in Gastonia, NC. Jennifer has lived in the south for over half her life and moved to Myrtle Beach on January 1, 2016. She has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Practical Theology, both from Pfeiffer University. At the end of 2021, she married Vance Donkle, a born and bred Myrtle Beach native. Her daughter lives in Myrtle Beach, SC and works as a nurse. Jennifer is an avid walker, loves to read, play volleyball, go shelling, spend time at the beach, watch college football and basketball, and travel.
Carolyn Causey
Business Administrator
(843) 248-2194
Monday - Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Carolyn Causey has been on staff at Trinity since 2008. Prior to that, Carolyn was actively involved in many areas of service at Trinity. Carolyn coordinates and supervises all office volunteers and oversees all office activities and business transactions. Carolyn has a true servant's heart and is involved in many other areas of service, as well. Carolyn is a loving mother of two daughters, a dog mom, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother.
Dr. Andy Fowler
Music Director
(843) 248-2194
Office hours by appointment
Dr. Fowler has served Trinity for nearly 25 years. Throughout his life he has been surrounded by the music of a United Methodist church. At Trinity, Dr. Fowler directs a variety of ensembles, he also sings, plays the piano, and organ. Andy earned an undergraduate degree in Piano Performance and a masters degree in Music Theory from the University of South Carolina. He received his Ph.D. in Music Theory from the University of Texas at Austin. Andy loves teaching, and is a lecturer in Music Theory and Composition at Coastal Carolina University. He also enjoys writing new music and arrangements. If you are interested in joining the music ministry at Trinity, please let him know!