Pastor and Staff
Rev. Dr. David Calhoun
Pastor
The Rev. Dr. David V. Calhoun is the Senior Pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church. For the past thirty-six he has served in a variety of ministerial settings including churches of various sizes and configurations in Colorado, Nebraska, Maine, and Massachusetts. He has a passion for Evangelism and Outreach Ministries and has worked in both suburban and inner-city ministries, as well as having served as a Chaplain in the United States Air Force.
Dr. Calhoun has also served as the District Superintendent of the Connecticut/Western Massachusetts District and the Seacoast District of the New England Annual Conference.
He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Metropolitan State University in Denver, Colorado; a Master of Divinity degree from the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado; and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C.
Other professional certifications include Police Chaplain Certification, and Certification of Advanced Graduate studies in Gerontology, from the University of Nebraska. He is a published author. In addition, he was a recipient of the Bishop Melvin E. Wheatley award for Peace with Justice.
Dr. Calhoun was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado. David and his wife Julie, have five children, and six grandchildren. He describes himself as a “people person.” He is a huge Bruce Springsteen fan and is fond of music from different ages and places and also enjoys interactive worship and preaching. He enjoys repairing antique clocks, gardening, and working on his antique car.
Tel: 413-737-5311 ext. 205
To reach Pastor David via email, please fill out the contact form.
Cathy MacGovern
Spiritual Director
Cathy MacGovern has been a member of Trinity since 1984. In 1991 she was consecrated as a Diaconal Minister and spent 25 years of her ministry with Preachers Aid Society of New England before retiring in 2017. In 2010 she completed her spiritual direction training through Tending the Soul led by The Rev. Wendy J. Miller. She completed advanced training in Gateways to God led by Dr. Heidi Miller in 2018. Cathy resides in Springfield and enjoys walking, reading, and time with her grandchildren.
To contact Cathy, please call the church office at 413-737-5311 and leave a message.
Dr. Bruce Glenny
Director of Music Ministries
Dr. Bruce Glenny has served as organist/choirmaster in churches in Massachusetts, New York, Illinois, Michigan and Pennsylvania for over 30 years. He has directed adult, children and handbell choirs. Bruce Glenny received a Bachelor of Music degree cum laude from Boston University’s School of Music, a Master of Music degree from the New England Conservatory and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in organ performance from the Eastman School of Music.As a performer, Dr. Glenny has played organ, harpsichord and clavichord concerts throughout the United States and in Italy and England. Dr. Glenny recently retired as Director of Choral Activities at Radnor High School, Radnor, Pa. He served as organist/choirmaster at St. Peter in the Great Valley (Episcopal), Paoli, Pa. for 20 years.
Email: music@trinityspringfield.org
Rob Powell, M. Div.
Director of Family Ministries and Connections
Tel: 413-737-5311 ext. 201
Church Administrator
Trinity is currently seeking a full time church administrator.
Doreen Bessey
Administrative Assistant
Doreen Bessey wears many hats to keep the office running smoothly. Previously, she worked as an accounting clerk, customer service representative, and a medical receptionist. Doreen grew up in Springfield, and graduated from Cathedral High School. She has two sons and enjoys participating in several women’s churchgroups. She is a huge NASCAR fan and Red Sox fan!
Tel: 413-737-5311 ext. 204
Email: doreen@trinityspringfield.org
Cody Minahan
Sunday Morning Nursery Director
Cody Minahan has been working in the education and childcare field for over 10 years. He has taught preschool all the way up to high school. Currently he works for Springfield Public Schools as a Digital Learning Analyst at the Central Office and has been an active volunteer in the nursery this year. He also helps with the Trinity's Youth Group. When he is not working, he is either walking his two dogs or working out at the YMCA.
Carlos Manning
Head Sexton
Carlos Manning hails from Jamaica originally and has been in the U.S. for over 25 years. He joined the Trinity staff in 2016 after working in a synagogue in Queens, NY, for nearly 20 years. He lives in the Forest Park Community with his son. He has a daughter who lives in New York City.
Tel: 413-737-5311 ext. 207
Email: sextons@trinityspringfield.org