North Bay Ontario
Trinity United Church
Trinity United Church a welcoming and inclusive community of faith that nurtures spirituality, serves the wider world, and supports all individuals with love and care, regardless of their background or abilities.
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Our Mission
We believe God is calling Trinity United Church to:
- Reach out and serve the wider community and the world
- To nurture spirituality in people of all ages
- To be a safe, open, welcoming and inclusive community of faith.
What do those words mean? Well, we gather together because we think that’s what God wants for us—to be a community. More than a community, we are like a big family who take care of each other and work hard to love and care for the world around us. And, like Jesus, we try to love and welcome everyone — regardless of who they are or where they come from!
News and Events
What's Happening at Trinity?
Hello Trinity Friends,
This Sunday we commemorate Orange Shirt Day – you are encouraged to wear Orange to honour those children and families affected by residential schools and the ongoing effects on Indigenous peoples.
This Sunday is Saint Francis Sunday, and we invite you to bring your friendly live pets, an animal memento, a photo, or a beloved “stuffie” to church for a special pet blessing!
In the spirit of celebrating our animal companions, we are delighted to welcome Rod Carley, who will be sharing The Great Catsby, the purr-fect literary debut from his cat, Hilton! Some may remember getting a sneak peak of Hilton’s clever Cataptation of The Great Gatsby a few years ago. Please plan to join us for a “Cat’s Meow” luncheon hosted by the UCW, then head upstairs to the Sanctuary at 1 pm. Rod will be joined in conversation with Kelsey Ruhl to share stories and excerpts from The Great Catsby—and word has it that Hilton himself will be tuning in via video!
Additional Announcements
Trinity’s Apple Pie Project is a major fundraiser for our church. We rely on this fundraiser each year but we need YOUR help. Please consider volunteering.– The coffee is on with snacks galore for when we need a break. There are seated jobs and standing jobs- something for everyone experience or new to pie making. Don’t feel obliged to stay for the whole time period. If you can only volunteer an hour or two, that is also appreciated, and yes! you can bring our own apron. With your help, this will once again be a successful fundraising event full of fun!
Saturday October 3rd, all day; Apple Picking. Pack a lunch. Please call Dave McKenney for directions to Collingwood and if you have a car, truck or trailer to haul apples. (705) 474-7847.
Sunday October 4th, after worship – Apple Washing and table set up after church. Bring a lunch.
Monday October 5 – Thursday Oct 8; Pie Assembly from 9 am to 1 pm and Tuesday Evening from 6pm – 8 pm
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Darlene Laferriere to see how you can help! (705) 474-7847 or darlene_laferriere@hotmail.com
Offices Closed Wednesday September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Trinity’s offices will be closed in observation of this very important day. You are encouraged to wear your orange shirt and find a way to honour the children and families affected by Residential Schools.
Trinity Youth Confirmation Retreat Weekend – Saturday October 24 – 26th at Camp Norland. Any youth in Grade 7 through to Highschool are invited. Registration forms are available outside the main office. Cost to attend is $25 and includes all Food and supplies. Register with Lisa by Thanksgiving weekend.
Musical Events
October 3, 7 pm.
Folk Loving Folks Feeding Folk! Concert at Emmanuel United Church Featuring Daniel Currie – Admission by donation or non-perishable food items for Emmanuel United Church’s Food Cupboard
Sunday October 17th, 2 pm
World Singing Day
On October 17, people in cities around the world will come together to sing, connect, and share one big feel-good moment through music. World Singing Day is all about bringing people together. Friends, families, coworkers, neighbors, longtime singers, and people who simply love music can all be part of it. All are welcome!
Sunday October 17th, 7:30 pm
Johannes Linstead – From Spain to Cuba
An unforgettable evening of fiery Spanish guitars and soulful accordion with Canada’s “Guitarist of the Year” and JUNO Nominee, Johannes Linstead.
Tickets $30 – proudly presented by Trinity Arts
Trinity Groups
Groups for Youth & Kids
Trinity Youth Group
Trinity youth, and occasionally youth from other area churches, meet throughout the year. We participate in a variety of fun activities with a goal towards building a community of faith and friendship. We hold a yearly Prayer Vigil, organize a major Christmas Bag Outreach, participate in the occasional bible study, attend wider Church events such as Worshiplude, the Niagara Youth Festival and Rendezvous, enjoy local events such as Escape Rooms, Nature Hikes, Games Nights and more!
Sunday School
Our Sunday School is dynamic and fun. You may find us in the kitchen cooking, in the gym playing games, in the fellowship hall doing crafts and more! We use a rotational model of Sunday school where children engage the bible story through crafts, cooking, games, discovery, music, drama and more! All children are welcome!
We also have a nursery for pre-school aged children which is supervised by a paid caregiver.
Nursery
Children from birth to age 3 are cared for by a paid caregiver. Our nursery is a cozy, safe and fun place for children to spend time in while their parents, grandparents or caregivers attend worship service. Our caregivers must pass a vulnerable sector criminal record screening.
Mustard Seed Theatre Group
Mustard Seed Theatre sprang from the idea that important things can grow from tiny actions. In the parable of the mustard seed, Jesus compares the tiny seed to the Kingdom of Heaven, revealing that the smallest of seeds sprout into a great plant that provides shelter for living creatures (Mark 4:31-32). Mustard Seed was created in 2007 to provide opportunities for youth to build community around a common love of theatre.
Trinity Families
We are a group of Trinity people committed to having fun with and without our kids. We get together for outings in the North Bay area, and sometimes we get sitters and stay up late doing things that would bore the kids.
We participate in a yearly winter retreat on Family Day weekend, host a friendly Chili Cook-off and Music Night, set up special VIP seating for the Santa Claus Parade, hold a outdoor movie night, a Hallowe’en party, games nights and more!
Infant Food Shelf
Trinity United Church holds an Infant Food Bank for families with infants up to 12 months of age each Wednesday from 10 am to 12 noon. ID required.
Items that are available are:
Diapers, Baby Food, Wipes, Gift cards for formula, and other baby supplies as available.
Trinity: Who Are We?
A Faith-Filled Community Making a Difference Together
We make a difference by serving and caring for others, working to create a world that is healed, happier, and more whole.
People of Faith
We are people of Faith, connected to something greater, yearning to explore the spiritual side of life.
Church Family
We are a Church Family that values gathering together to share meals, learn, laugh, and live life in love and unity.
Christian Community
We are a Christian community committed to making the rich traditions of faith our own while deepening our connection to the ‘God story.’
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