Trellis: Small Group Ministry
Beyond the group chat
About
This app streamlines ministry operations by consolidating study guides, events, announcements, and group chats into a single platform. It helps leaders monitor group health, student engagement, and leader well-being, ensuring no one falls through the cracks.
What's New in Trellis
1.7.29
September 24, 2026
What's New in Trellis 1.7.29 The debrief counts the people you marked present, and admins can see their ministry's look and words. For leaders & admins • The count comes from attendance — the debrief does not ask you to type a headcount. It reads the people marked present at that meeting. Tap Edit on the count to change who is marked. • Count walk-ins — Manage attendance has a Guests row at the bottom. Tap plus for each person who came but is not in Trellis yet. • Your ministry's look and words — Admin › Tenant Settings shows your ministry's theme, logo, and the words it uses for groups and leaders. Thanks for being part of Trellis.
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FAQ
What is Trellis?
Trellis is a comprehensive app designed for managing small group ministries. It integrates features like event planning, group messaging, announcements, and study guides into one platform to simplify operations.
How does Trellis help monitor group health?
Trellis actively watches for students who stop attending, groups that cease meeting, or leaders who miss debriefs. It provides leadership with a ranked inbox of concerns, allowing for timely intervention.
Can leaders submit debriefs through Trellis?
Yes, after each study, leaders can quickly submit debriefs covering mood, prayer requests, and follow-up needs. The app also checks in on leaders' well-being periodically.
Is Trellis available on multiple devices?
Trellis is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, allowing ministry leaders and members to access its features across Apple's ecosystem.
What is the age rating for Trellis?
Trellis has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for use by older students and adult leaders within a ministry context.
How often is Trellis updated?
Trellis was last updated on August 18, 2026, with version 1.6.0. The release date for this version was also August 18, 2026.
Does Trellis have ads?
No, Trellis does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted experience for its users.
What is the cost of Trellis?
Trellis offers a free plan with all the same features as the paid plan. Users are encouraged to pay if their budget allows, but it is not a requirement to access full functionality.
