Teaching is the heartbeat of the church. At Trinity, we believe that faith deepens when believers study and share God’s Word together. Discover why the ministry of teaching remains vital to the mission of Christ’s church.
Rev. Karen Metcalf Eickhoff
Rev. Karen Metcalf Eickhoff has served at Trinity since 1993, currently overseeing adult education, discipleship, and the Weekday Preschool Ministry. With a background in education and a Master of Divinity from Southeastern Seminary, she previously served in churches in North Carolina and Oklahoma. Karen is active in CBF life and has received multiple awards for her leadership in Christian education and advocacy for women in ministry. She and her husband, Bruce, enjoy movies, travel, church life, and cheering on their favorite teams.

Passing On Faith Requires Intentionality
Passing on faith doesn’t happen by accident, it takes intentionality. Through conversation, example, and daily habits, we can model what it means to live out God’s truth for the next generation.
English as a Second Language by Karen Eickhoff
At Trinity Baptist Church, English as a Second Language (ESL) is more than a class—it’s a mission. Through simple lessons, deep friendships, and faithful service, lives are being changed. Rev. Karen Metcalf Eickhoff shares her journey of teaching, connecting, and witnessing the gospel in action.



