Trinity this week – January 19, 2025

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.