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?
Happy Friday Trinity Friends,
This Sunday November 8th is Remembrance Sunday. There will be a special Remembrance ceremony during our worship service. We will be joined by The J.O.Y. Band who will enhance our service. Our Piper is Bob Cook and our Guest Trumpet is Janice Herzog.
This Saturday November 7th, 7 pm. East Coaster Studios in partnership with Trinity Arts presents: International indie artist, Skrizzly Adams along with Sudbury’s own Josh Odair–Tickets are only $20 for this intimate show held in our fellowship hall Ticket link
Next weekend we officially move into the Christmas Season!
This begins with the UCW Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday November 14th from 1 – 3 pm. Please note that there is no tea as in previous years, although luncheon plates will be available for you to enjoy.
On Sunday November 15th, during Sunday School, Darlene will be starting rehearsals for the Sunday School Christmas Pageant. There are parts for everyone!
After our Sunday Service plan to stay for a front row seat for the Santa Claus Parade which passes right past our Ferguson doors. The Christian Education Committee will be hosting a hotdog lunch and serving Hot Chocolate during the parade.
A note from the UCW about the Christmas Bazaar: This year, we are not calling people for sandwiches or baking for the tea room. However we WOULD appreciate donations of baking for the bake table.
Last week the Compassionate Committee hosted a special event called What You Need to Know About Helping People Who are Unhoused. It was a very informative and engaging presentation. If you missed attending but are interested in watching the recording, you can find it on Trinity’s YouTube Channel under the Trinity Extras Tab or click on this link Information Session
The Compassionate Committee’s Winter Boot Campaign takes place this Saturday November 7th from 10 am to 2 pm at the garages across from Pro Cathedral. Donations of warm winter socks, hats, mitts and cash donations to purchase winter boots are gratefully received.
There are many upcoming events and special worship services at Trinity – a quick save the date list is below – more details about these events will be shared as we approach those dates!
Sunday, November 22
• 9:30 AM — Fifth Sunday Worship led by the AOTS at Omond Memorial Church (Trinity will be worshipping at Omond)
• 1:30 PM — The Rapport Singers: “Falling Forward” (Tickets: $20 at the door)
Monday, November 23 – Wednesday, November 25
• Julius Caesar Auditions — Contact Rod Carley to book an audition at rdcarley@hotmail.com
Friday, November 27
• Downtown Christmas Walk — The JOYFUL BELLS will be playing in the Narthex in the evening
Saturday, November 28
• 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM — Trinity’s Annual Cookie Walk Fundraiser
Sunday, November 29
• First Sunday in Advent — Communion Service & Youth Confirmands received into membership
Sunday, December 6
• 10:30 AM — Second Sunday in Advent / White Gift Sunday (Receiving items for the Christmas Bag Outreach)
• 1:30 PM — JOY Band Christmas Concert
Friday, December 11, 7 pm
• Stories Round the Christmas Tree (Featuring special guest readers and music by the Dreamcoat Choir. A fundraiser for The Gathering Place and Trinity’s Capital Campaign)
Sunday, December 13, 10:30 am
• Third Sunday in Advent / Christmas Pageant: “Mary Said Yes!”
Sunday, December 20, 1:30 pm
• Trinity Choir’s Christmas Cantata
Monday, December 21, 7 pm
• The Longest Night Candle Lighting Service
Thursday, December 24, 7 pm
• Christmas Eve Service
COMMUNITY EVENTS
• Saturday November 14th 11:30 – 1:30 – Emmanuel United Church’s Starlight Christmas Tea – baked goods, silent auction, sandwiches, tea, etc.
• Sunday November 15th, 7 pm East Coaster Studios presents Valdy at Chippewa Secondary School
• Thursday November 26th, 2 – 4 pm – Baby Shower Fundraiser for the Infant Food Shelf at Marina Point
• Friday December 4th, 7 pm – East Coaster Studios present the Barrel Boys Bluegrass Christmas at Chippewa Secondary School – fundraiser for Trinity’s Food Shelf and Infant Food Shelf programs – Tickets available from Trinity’s Office
• Saturday December 5th, 10 am to noon
KIDS ONLY BAZAAR at St. Andrew’s United Church
Time for the children to do their Christmas shopping, all items under $3.00.
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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