Happy Friday Trinity Friends,

​We hope you will join us for worship this Sunday at 10:30 am – and please join us downstairs for coffee and fellowship after! While the adults are enjoying their coffee, we invite children in Grades 1 – 10 to come sing with a special Lenten/Easter Children’s Choir! Rehearsals are Sundays after church (11:45 – 12:30). There will NOT be a rehearsal next Sunday. Performances are March 30 and Palm Sunday April 13.  For more information speak with Amanda Silk

But before then, you are invited to the Faith on Fridays Cafe – Tonight from 5:30 – 7 in the Fireside Room at Trinity  This a fresh new group open to adults of all ages – designed for those who are progressive, curious and inspired.  This month’s topic is all about LOVE!  Love God, Love yourself, and Love your neighbour.  Even THAT neighbour?! Let’s explore this together.  Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions to the table over a cup of chai tea (or herbal tea or coffee)!  

February is buzzing with activities at Trinity and in our wider community circle. Please take a look below for announcements and upcoming events and join us if you are able!

ANNUAL REPORT and SPRING NEWSLETTER 
Reports for the Annual Report are due by Sunday February 16, 2025. The reports will be available for distribution before the Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday March 2nd.  Submissions for the Spring Newsletter are due on Sunday March 23rd.  Both of these reports should be submitted to Ross Brewer

RED HOT FRIDAY CHILI COOK-OFF – Friday February 21st!  Save the date to sample delicious chili from some of the best chili cooks around! This is a fun all ages event that you will not want to miss this. Chili Chefs Needed: All kinds of chili are welcome – creative or traditional!  We are also looking for some desserts as well. Please sign up in the Fellowship hall. Thank-you!  

TEAM UCFUN COLDEST NIGHT TEAM
On Saturday February 22nd, Trinity will be joining with other United Church Friends to raise funds and awareness for hunger in our community.  We are walking in support of the Gathering Place – our local soup kitchen!  Please consider making a pledge to our team or join our team – we’d love the company for the walk and the help with fundraising.  If you’d like to make a pledge or join our team see Cindy Brownlee after church today or click on the link here –>Team UCFuN

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR YOUR CALENDAR

Saturday Feb 15 to Monday Feb 17:  Trinity Family Retreat

Friday February 21^:  Red Hot Chili Night!

Saturday February 22: Coldest Night Fundraiser

Sunday February 23:  Baden Powell Sunday (Scouting Sunday)

Saturday March 1: 100^TH Anniversary Trivia at St. Andrew’s United Church 2 – 4 pm  and Camp Caritou Pasta Dinner 5 – 6:30 pm

Sunday March 2:  Annual Congregational Meeting

Tuesday March 4:  Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper hosted by the AOTS

Sunday March 9:  First Sunday in Lent – Blues Lent – Communion (also Daylight Savings Time begins)

Hello Trinity Friends,

Soup’s on at Trinity tonight!  Come on out to Trinity and we will do the cooking for you!  Enjoy some delicious soup, bread or buns and dessert, hosted by the AOTS.  Soup is served from 5 pm to 6:30. Adults $10, Students $8 Family of 4 $25  See you there!

Sunday worship begins at 10:30 am – but come early for a hymn sing – choose your favourite hymn and sing along at 10:15 am. Senior Sunday School will be led by Karen Johnson and will be making some candles in honour of Candlemas and Junior Sunday School will be led by Abigail Sanders and will be discovering and playing on the theme of sharing their light!

Upcoming events and additional announcements 

NEW – CHILDREN’S LENT/EASTER CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Children in Grades 1 – 10 are invited to come sing!  Rehearsals are Sundays after church (11:45 – 12:30) beginning this Sunday!  Performances are March 30 and Easter Sunday April 13.  For more information speak with Amanda Silk – canoecreature@gmail.com

​FAITH ON FRIDAYS CAFE – Friday February 7, 5:30 – 7 pm

Faith on Fridays is a fresh new group open to adults of all ages, designed for those who are progressive, curious, and inspired. Whether you’re searching, questioning, or simply ready to engage in open-minded conversation, you’re welcome here. Come join us for a cup of tea or coffee and open conversation – this month’s theme is all about love and our featured cafe beverage this month is Chai Tea!

Happy Friday Trinity Friends,

Please join us this Sunday for our Robbie Burns’ Sunday. There will be some special worship and music pieces to celebrate the day. Scottish attire is encouraged!

In Sunday School we have been focussing on 1 Corinthians 12 – Spiritual Gifts and the Body of Christ. Karen Johnson will lead the older Sunday School members and youth in a water colour activity and younger children will be led by Janice Brownlee in a cooking activity! 

Next Friday January 31st plan to attend Trinity’s Annual Soup Tasting event hosted by the AOTS!  It is always a popular event and you will not want to miss it!  Soup is served from 5 – 6:30 pm.  Adults $10/Students $8/Family of 4 $25 

Come sample several varieties of soup, homemade buns, refreshments and dessert

If you would like to donate a soup please be in touch asap. You can reply to this email or add your name to the sign up sheet in the Fellowship Hall after church this Sunday.  

“Hot” on the heels of the soup tasting will be our Red Hot Friday Chili Night! Marky your calendars for Friday February 21st. Sample delicious chili from some of the best chili cooks around! This is a fun all ages event that you will not want to miss this.  Chili Chefs Needed: All kinds of chili are welcome – creative or traditional! We are also looking for some desserts as well. Please sign up in the Fellowship hall beginning next week. Thank-you!

 We are excited to announce that Trinity will be presenting a live stage version of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” this spring. The performances will take place the weekend of May 23-25, 2025. Casting call this Sunday in the Fellowship Hall, for late auditions, and final casting of this brave quest.

Trinity Family Retreat – Saturday Feb 15th to Monday Feb 17th, 2025
Outdoor games, skating, family worship, campfires, warm indoor activities and more! Registration: $125 Adults and Teens and $60 per child (12 and under).  Registration forms can be found on the table outside the main office. Deadline to register is Sunday February 2

To many of us, this past week has been a difficult one.  With extreme cold endangering those who are unsheltered in our community, the political turmoil in our own country, and the very concerning executive orders, rhetoric and actions coming from the US president, our  “Blue Monday” may have overextended its welcome!  In the midst of the heaviness of the week, it is good to remind ourselves that there is much that is good and beautiful in our world. There are many courageous people who will continue to work for peace and justice in our world and hold our leaders accountable.  Please join me in praying for mercy, for strength, for courage and for peace in these trying times.  May it be so!

Hello Trinity Friends,

This Sunday Rev. Ted’s meditation is called “The Squeamish Saint Paul” and some of the youth will do a dramatic reading from 1st Corinthians.  (Any youth who wish to participate should meet us in the Fireside Room at 10 for a rehearsal). Please join us for worship at 10:30 am.

Next Sunday January 26 is Robbie Burns’ Sunday – you are invited to wear your Scottish flare!

There are a couple of upcoming activities to draw your attention to.  Read on!

SOUPS ON:  Friday January 31st, 5 – 6:30 pm – Hosted by the AOTS

We welcome your delicious contributions of hearty soups, and your healthy appetite! If you are able to contribute a soup, buns, or cupcakes, please sign up in the Fellowship Hall or talk to Maurice Laporte or another member of the AOTS for further details. Adults $10  6-12yrs $8.00, Family (4) $25.00, under 6yrs Free. 

Ni! Ni! Ni!  We are excited to announce that Trinity will be presenting a live stage version of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” this spring. The performances will take place the weekend of May 23-25, 2025. If you are interested in being part of this brave quest, we need many skill sets to make the show a success. Builders, painters, costumes, actors, singers, musicians, technicians, publicity… .all help is welcome! We will hold auditions this coming Tuesday, Jan. 21st between at 4:30 and 6:00 pm. Targeted rehearsals will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:20 beginning on January 28th. Sunday afternoon rehearsals will begin Feb. 2nd. 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.Contact Chris Mogan at chrismogan@outlook.com with your ideas.

TRINITY FAMILY RETREAT AT SPIRIT POINT – Saturday Feb 15th to Monday Feb 17th. Registration is now open for the Family Day Weekend Retreat at Spirit Point Wilderness Academy! Outdoor games, skating, family worship, campfires, warm indoor activities and more! Registration: $125 Adults and Teens and $60 per child (12 and under).  Registration forms can be found on the table outside the main office. Deadline to register is Sunday February 2

RED HOT FRIDAY CHILI COOK-OFF – Friday February 21st!  Save the date for our annual Chili Cook off. You will have an opportunity to sample some delicious chili from some of the best chili cooks around! This is a fun all ages event that you will not want to miss this. Chili Chefs Needed: All kinds of chili are welcome – creative or traditional!  We are also looking for some desserts as well. Please sign up in the Fellowship hall next week or speak to Rob or Shannon Sanders or Lisa Blais. Thank-you!

EVENSONG at Emmanuel United Church

You are invited to an evening of reflection, quiet meditation, music, and poetry, offering a space of peace and serenity. Come and experience the power of light in darkness, whether through sound, silence, or shared word. January 29th, at 7pm, Emmanuel United Church, Lakeshore Dr., North Bay.

Hello Trinity Friends,

Please join us for worship this Sunday at 10:30 am.  We are in the season of Epiphany and will celebrate the Baptism of Christ.  In Sunday School we are starting a special session for Youth in Grade 5 and up led by Karen Johnson – see the attached poster for additional information.  Younger children will continue their regular Sunday School sessions.

TRINITY FAMILY RETREAT WEEKEND

Saturday Feb 15th to Monday Feb 17th, 2025
Registration is now open for the Family Day Weekend Retreat at Spirit Point Wilderness Academy! Registration forms can be found on the table outside the main office or by request.  Spots are already filling up – get your registration form in asap to secure your spot!

SOUP TASTING: Plan to join your Trinity friends for soup on Friday January 31st, 5 – 6:30  The Trinity Soup Tasting Night is hosted by the Trinity AOTS!  We welcome your delicious contributions of hearty soups, and your healthy appetite!  If you are able to contribute a soup, buns, or cupcakes, please sign up in the Fellowship Hall or talk to Maurice Laporte or another member of the AOTS for further details. Adults $10  6-12yrs $8.00, Family (4) $25.00, under 6yrs Free

We are excited to announce that Trinity will be presenting a live stage version of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” this spring. The performances will take place the weekend of May 23-25, 20255. Audition details and rehearsal schedule will be given out at an information meeting this coming Tuesday January 14th at 4:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you are interested in being part of this brave quest, we need many skill sets to make the show a success. Builders, painters, costumes, actors, singers, musicians, technicians, publicity….all help is welcome. Look forward to seeing you on Tuesday. If you can’t make the meeting, you can contact me at chrismogan@outlook.com with your ideas.

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

• Sunday Jan 26:  Robbie Burns Sunday, 10:30am
• Friday January 31:  Join us in the Trinity Fellowship Hall on at 5pm for our popular “Soup Tasting Night” sponsored by the “A.O.T.S.” Men’s Group. We welcome your delicious contributions of hearty soups, and your healthy appetite!
• Friday February 7:  Faith on Fridays, 5:30 pmFaith on Fridays is a fresh new group open to adults of all ages, designed for those who are progressive, curious, and inspired. Whether you’re searching, questioning, or simply ready to engage in open-minded conversation, you’re welcome here. Our featured cafe beverage this month is Chai Tea!
• Friday February 21st – Save the Date for our Red Hot Chili Night!
• Saturday February 22nd – Coldest Night Walk for the Gathering Place