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Trinity United Church ‐ Elmira  21 Arthur St. N. PO Box 25Elmira, Ontario

P: 519-669-5560

E: [email protected] 

W: www.trinityunitedelmira.ca

The Voice 

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MESSAGE FROM TRINITY’S OFFICE

Karen Ross will be filling the role of Office administrator during the month of December, as Susan will be having knee surgery on December 1. That's right! The left knee operation in July went so well, she decided to get the right one done too!

The Church, updated as of November 14, 2016, is appended. For the most current information check out the Trinity website http://www.trinityunitedelmira.ca/ or the calendar outside the church office.

MESSAGE FROM BRAD

With the sloppy winter weather coming, Brad Roth would like to remind you to bring along a pair of shoes or slippers so that you can leave your wet footwear on the mats by the entrance ways.

Safety salt is also provided at the front and rear entrances for those extra slippery days. Remember to be salt smart and use appropriately to preserve our environment while staying safe!

LET’S CELEBRATE 

Let’s celebrate and welcome Lucas David Gilezan, son of Kathryn & Michael, who was received in baptism on Sunday, November 13, 2016.

MESSAGE FROM TRINITY

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

On Sunday, November 20, 2016, a meeting of the Trinity United Church congregation was held following worship

for the purpose of voting on a concept for a new building. Michael Wright, EDGE representative, presented a CONCEPT proposed by Sedona Lifestyles Development which proposes a new building on the Trinity property. This new structure would have rental apartments as well as a worship/meeting space/church rooms, and some commercial frontage (as required by the Township of Woolwich). 

There was good discussion at the meeting, with many questions about finances. At this stage in the process, precise details about finances are not available. The TDC and Sedona are still gathering information to aid in the development of a Contract, which will include Project specific financials, schedule, and partnership arrangement. At this time, no contract has been developed or signed. Prior to entering into a contract between Sedona and Trinity, Michael Wright will present the financials to the Congregation. The Congregation will have an opportunity to ask further questions. No vote will take place at the Initial contract presentation meeting. You will have an opportunity to review, pray, and think about what was presented and a vote will be held one to two weeks after this meeting.

The motion presented to the congregation was, “Do you approve of proceeding with the concept as shown in the presentation by Sedona, (dedicated space for Trinity plus residential apartments)? Yes or No”. The motion was CARRIED.

Representatives from the TDC attended the meeting of the Township of Woolwich Council on November 22, 2016 to

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introduce Trinity’s concept for redeveloping the church property. This was just a preliminary, brief presentation. Meetings with the Township Planners will be scheduled in 2017 when more specific details about the township planning requirements will be discussed.

Please check the bulletin board at the church or the church’s Facebook page for updates.

Questions and concerns can be directed to Peter Kupfer, Chair of TDC, or any of the committee:Brad Fisher, Linda Hastings, Chris Moore, John Osborne, Sandra Pember, Karen Ross, Brad Roth, Jessica Rudow, Jack Tabbert, Randy Warren

Thank you for your ongoing prayerful support as we strive to fulfill Trinity’s Mission To Love, Learn and Live by Christ's teachings; creating a Jesus-centred community, and doing the things that Jesus does.

Report submitted by Karen Ross, recording secretary for TDC

MESSAGE FROM WORSHIP

We are quickly approaching one of the busiest seasons of the church year and especially with the many changes that have occurred at Trinity this year.

We are blessed to have Rev. Fred Monteith sharing his gift of ministry with us for the months of November and December. We look forward to his inspiring messages.

We prepare for advent beginning on November 27th with our theme of generosity and our annual "Gifts of Gratitude" campaign.

We will have two Christmas Eve services with communion on the 24th at 6:00 pm and 8:00 p.m. No worship service on December 25th.

There will only be one service (informal) on January 1, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.

Our interim minister, Rev. Sue Campbell commences her ministry with Trinity on January 1st, 2017; however, her first Sunday with us will be January 8th, 2017. To celebrate our first Sunday with Rev. Sue, there will be one service at 11:00 am with an engaging BLAST Christmas programme. Following worship, we invite everyone to stay for potluck lunch.

Our music direction Mark Robbins is enhancing our worship experience with his gift of music on the piano, keyboard, and the organ. Great Job, Mark!

Trinity choir is singing in the Community Carol Service on December 4th at St. Teresa of Avila. Our choir is thrilled and honoured to have been asked to sing with Liona Boyd in concert at St. James Lutheran on December 11th.

The worship committee would like to thank everyone for their patience, support and prayers you have given to us over the last six months with all the changes and challenges we have encountered.

Any questions, comments or suggestions please speak to one of our committee members Jamie Groh, Janet Morlock, Karen Ross or Marion Lambert.

May everyone have a Blessed Advent and Holiday Season filled with Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. GIFTS OF GRATITUDE

To help balance the budget, Trinity is

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once again doing the Gifts of Gratitude campaign. You will notice a board in the Narthex with a set amount marked on an envelope. Take one or as many as you would like and simply fill the envelope with the amount marked on it. Remember to put your contact information on the envelope to ensure it is calculated as part of your giving’s for 2016.

NOTE: If you put more money that what is written on the envelope, PLEASE change the value amount written on the envelope.

MESSAGE FROM UCW

We have resumed our regular meetings this fall – generally the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:00 pm in the church parlour. There are usually about 30 ladies attending.

Our Christmas Dinner meeting will be Tuesday, December 13, at noon, the cost is $18.00 and all are welcome. Call Linda Hastings 519 0567 for a ticket.

The Cooks in the Kitchen have been fairly busy, making apple pies and cabbage rolls for Community Can Dine, baked beans for the Poor Man’s Lunch which is a fundraiser lunch for Woolwich Community Services, and of course APPLE CRISP! Thank you to the 20 or so people who helped make the apple crisp and all the buyers of apple crisp (we are sold out!). We raised about $475.00.

Half a dozen ladies attended the Presbyterial “Day of Joy” in October. They had a good time singing, eating, and belly-dancing.

Trinity’s UCW gave $200 to St. Teresa’s church for the Syrian refugee family they are sponsoring to put toward the

purchase of a computer.

Watch for our events in the Sunday bulletins!

MESSAGE FROM THE LIBRARY

We received some great donations of books over the summer months. Thank you all for contributing to our library.

Below are highlighted a few new books. We received many.

All new books are in the library on the top shelf labelled “Newest additions”.

VOICE OF AGING –Adult Children & Aging Parents Talk With God

Missy Buchanan offers a compassionate look at the concerns of two generations adult children and their parents as they struggle with the fears and frustrations of aging.

Buchanan invites readers of both generations to stand in each other's shoes through a series of 20 scenarios, presented as paired conversations with God. First she introduces the adult child's perspective on a common situation, such as the need for the parent to give up driving or move to a more manageable living arrangement. She follows with the older adult's feelings and concerns. Buchanan provides a scripture passage, suggestions to help both generations talk about and face the challenging situation, and a closing prayer.

WITH US ALWAYS – Daily Devotions Framed by the Movies

This book of devotions demonstrates how our faith journey can be explored and energized through vehicles of popular culture like movies. Using lectionary readings, the weekly themes remind us that God is with us in every

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situation.

Online Bible – DVD

HEAVEN IS FOR REAL - #1 New York Times Bestseller

A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back. “A beautifully written glimpse into heaven that will encourage those who doubt and thrill those who believe.”

I KISSED DATING GOODBYE

This book brings the glory of singleness into a new light. It presents ways that being single is a blessing from God and teaches you how you can avoid destructive and meaningless relationships. The title can be a little misleading though; while Josh does show you how to make the most of your singleness, his main point is to show you that God's will for your life is priority, and relationships with other people are always secondary.

READING THE BIBLE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD

Learn to read the Bible as an invitation to relationship with God. This book shows how to experience God and find his voice through the Bible.

THE GIFT FOR ALL PEOPLE – Thoughts on God’s Great Grace

The Gift for All People is a celebration of God's gift of salvation wrapped in a collection of inspirational stories. These stories will help Christians comprehend and treasure the assurance of their salvation and will help non-Christians realize and embrace the gift of abundant, eternal life in Jesus Christ. The concluding story, written especially for this book, urges readers to give their lives to Jesus Christ and shows them how to

do so. This book will provide Christians with a unique, warm, and attractive presentation of the gospel to give to non-Christian family or friends.

FEISTY AND FEARLESS – Glimpses into the Life of Lois M. Wilson

In this greatly anticipated book, you’ll meet the many sides of Lois Wilson. Moderator, Senator, Minister, Mother, Chancellor, Activist, Wife, Canoeist, Feminist. Feisty and Fearless explores the legacy of this accomplished and vibrant public and religious leader, a woman of firsts who shattered the stained-glass ceiling. With direct access to Wilson, her unpublished papers, photographs, and diaries, author Janice Meighan has created a dynamic and authentic window into not only Wilson’s history and evolving views, but her vision for Canada, making this a must-read book for all Canadians. Feisty and Fearless is a book of stories that will make you think, laugh, and cheer.

CROSSROADS – from the Author of “The Shack”

Anthony Spencer is egotistical, proud of being a self-made business success at the peak of his game. A cerebral hemorrhage leaves Tony comatose in a hospital ICU. He 'awakens' to find himself in a surreal world, a 'living' landscape that mirrors dimensions of his earthly life, from the beautiful to the corrupt. It is here that he has vivid interactions with others he assumes are projections of his own subconscious, but whose directions he follows nonetheless with the possibility that they might lead to authenticity and perhaps, redemption. The adventure draws Tony into deep relational entanglements where he is able to 'see' through the literal eyes and experiences of others, but is "blind" to the consequences of hiding his personal

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agenda and loss that emerge to war against the processes of healing and trust.

Cuddle up with a great book this winter!

Cheryl Fisher

MESSAGE FROM SOCIAL CONCERN &OUTREACH

Social Concern & Outreach has had a busy fall season. The Winter Wear Drive for Woolwich Community Services concluded its second year. Thanks to the generous donations of our congregation and friends, we were able to fill most of the items on the request list, including at least one major item (e.g. coat) for each child. In many cases, the requests of entire families were filled.

Soup Sunday was also held on October 16th in conjunction with World Food Day. New this year was "Cup of Soup" held upstairs in the narthex between services instead of the typical after-service luncheon. This format allowed us to serve soup to those attending both services at the same time, and allowed for mingling. We believe the format worked well and was well-received. This year we raised funds for a Syrian refugee family being sponsored by a group from St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church. They were still looking to purchase an iPad as a learning tool for the children of the family, as well as a few other outstanding household items. The total raised was $160.20.

MESSAGE FROM TRUSTEES

Trustees are responsible for investments benefiting Trinity

congregation. This activity is restricted and governed by Trinity Church Council. To ensure your generous gifts are directed to specific aspects of our mission, we would like to encourage you to consider donations to the following categories:

1. Capital Fund - i.e. buildings, land,major repairs,

2. Outreach – i.e. Missions,community service,

3. Child/Youth – camp feeassistance, Christiandevelopment, programs

4. Non-Designated – any moniesrequired for the use and benefit ofTrinity

5. Congregation – i.e. audio visualequipment, musical instruments,

Donations received with specific instructions from the donor, can ONLY be disbursed based on these instructions i.e interest only from donation can be used for Capital Fund.

The above investments have been and continue to be an integral part in the future of Trinity’s ministry. Please consider investing in Trinity.

A generous donation has allowed the continued support of Trinity families whose children attend camp.

If you attend Trinity and had a child or youth

attending a United

Church Camp

this summer,

please ensure to

submit your receipt to the Trinity Trustees before December 15, 2016 by placing

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your receipt in the Trustee slot by the back entranceway. Trinity Trustees have funds that are specifically allocated towards reimbursing part of children camps fees. (The amount of reimbursement will vary depending on the number of submissions.)

MESSAGE FROM LAY PASTORAL

CARE TEAM

Rev. Anne Gajerski-Cauley has been covering our pastoral care needs during the absence of a full time minister at Trinity. We are grateful for her assistance with these visits. If you or someone you know would like to have a Minister visit please contact the church office and let them know of your request. 

In addition to Rev. Anne’s visits the pastoral care team of Melissa Hallock and Barb Taylor visit with those who have requested visits, some who have been ill or shut ins. We would be pleased to hear from you if you would like your name added to our list for a visit.

During the year we also offer Home Communion on request. Home Communion also takes place at both Chartwell and Barnswallow Place for residents living there. If you would like to join one of these communions call the church office to find out when they are taking place.

When Rev. Sue Campbell starts on January 1, 2017 she will then be coordinating Pastoral Care and meeting with anyone who would like a pastoral visit with her.

We would welcome more members on our visiting team and would be happy to discuss what is involved. Talk to us! It is great to get to know members of our

Congregation who are not in church regularly but are still very much a part of our church family.

Submitted by Melissa Hallock and Barb Taylor, Lay Pastoral Care Team

MESSAGE FROM FELLOWSHIP

I know you're wondering...."What is happening with the family groups?"

We are excited that you asked!

For this fall and early winter we are starting the FAMILY GROUP CHALLENGE!

December Each week: meet 1 family group member during the time between worship services. Take a selfie!!

January Each week: contact 1 (different) family group member either by phone or during the time between worship services

February Each week: meet 1 (different) family group member during the time between worship services. AND meet 1 person/family from your family group for coffee (or something) during the month.

SELFIES:

(selfē/ noun informal noun: selfie; plural noun: selfies; noun: selfy a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically one taken with a smartphone or webcam and shared via social media)

Take pictures of meeting with your family group and send them to the office so they can be printed. We want to see the connections that are being made! If you do not want your picture posted in the church or potentially used for Trinity United Church publications, please let the office know.

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In case you forgot who your family group is …

FAMILY GROUP #1 

NAME  HOME PHONE 

Don Bauman  519‐669‐5355 

Mrs Marie Bauman  519‐669‐3950 

Elwyn & Shirley Bridge  519‐669‐5635 

Steve & Holly Chapman  519‐669‐3507 

Wilson & Diane Clemens

William & Betty Clements  519‐669‐5944 

Robert &  Alva Cummings  519‐669‐8368 

Irene Cunningham  519‐669‐2517 

Keith & Bea Dechert  519‐669‐1258 

Tim & Leasa Donkersgoed, Brooke & Madison  519‐669‐9602 

Mary Feldskov & Steve Knudsen, Audrey, Dominic & Ellie  519‐669‐5608 

Jamie Groh  519‐742‐1410 

Melissa & Kevin Hallock, Landon & Isabelle  519‐210‐0226 

Mrs Merle Haney  519‐747‐4715 

Lisa Howell  519‐669‐5182 

Myril & Betty Howlett  519‐669‐8413 

Mr John Kearsley (Jr.)  519‐669‐8281 

Brian & Allison Knipfel, Erin & Brendan  519‐884‐5972 

Peter & Debby Kupfer  519‐669‐9638 

Mrs Marion Lambert  519‐884‐6343 

Ms. Ghislaine Lesperance  519‐210‐3680 

Wilbur & Verlin Lichty  519‐669‐2702 

Larry B.  & Lynne Martin  519‐664‐2772 

John & Shelley Osborne  519‐669‐8321 

Mrs Brenda Read, Brandon  519‐638‐3707 

Mrs Jean Reidel  519‐669‐3239 

Mr Brad Roth  519‐502‐0666 

Harold & Jolene Shoemaker  519‐669‐3019 

Mrs Jean Trapp  519‐669‐2026 

Marianne Vandervliet & Greg Baldin  519‐669‐1898 

Kandis Walker, Neveah  519‐669‐5954 

FAMILY GROUP #2 

NAME  HOME PHONE 

Edwin & Marie Ament  519‐669‐3636 

Mrs Bessie Anderson  519‐669‐4111 

Betty Bauman  519‐669‐5025 

Shannon & Lisa Boerner  519‐669‐0462 

Mitch & Christine Bradley  519‐669‐4372 

Mr Norman Clement  519‐669‐4111 

Frank & Nancy Cooper  519‐669‐2115 

John & Marilyn Craig  519‐669‐8804 

Floyd & Marion Foerster  519‐669‐2408 

John & Linda Hastings  519‐210‐0567 

Ms. Christy Humphrey  519‐807‐2077 

John & Anne Kearsley  519‐669‐8281 

Douglas & Ruth Kellough  519‐669‐1114 

Earl & Dorothy Lee  519‐669‐5208 

Michael & Ellen Lenaers  519‐669‐3162 

Ken & Daphne Lumgair  519‐669‐4994 

Larry R.  & Melody Martin, Valorie & Edwin  519‐210‐0323 

Mr Neil McDougall  519‐669‐5361 

Mrs Jean McLean  519‐669‐4111 

Chris & Kris Moore, Lucas & Grace  519‐669‐9147 

Scott & Janet Morlock  519‐669‐1797 

Mrs Etta Naylor  519‐669‐4111 

Doug & Marilyn Read  519‐669‐5834 

Mrs Doreen Reed  519‐669‐5600 

Mary Richmond  519‐669‐8397 

Jonathan & Jessica Rudow & Jase  226‐929‐9330 

Kara Rudow  519‐669‐8216 

Grace Scarrow  519‐669‐3639 

Hugh & Doreen Schmidt  519‐669‐3909 

Ted & Joan Starling  519‐669‐5890 

Mrs Dolly Wendland  519‐664‐0675 

John & Karen  Ziegler  519‐664‐1063 

Paul Zimmerman & Anne  Kendall  519‐669‐8154 

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FAMILY GROUP #3   

NAME HOME PHONE 

Mrs Patricia Allgeier  519‐669‐2850 

Randy & Lori Ament  519‐669‐5962 

Mrs. Marilyn Arsenault  519‐669‐5338 

Mrs Earla Atkinson  519‐669‐2140 

Douglas & Sheryl Bertrand  519‐669‐8270 

Carson & Joanne Brown, Quinn, Josie, Sam  519‐669‐8880 

Bill & Bette Cummings  519‐669‐5629 

Mrs Anne Evans  519‐669‐4229 

Murray & Diane Farrow  519‐669‐5098 

Brad & Cheryl Fisher  519‐669‐9067 

Keith & Diane Gowing  519‐846‐0572 

Mrs Isabel Groh  519‐669‐4430 

Larry & RuthAnn Hammond  519‐669‐5711 

Nathanael & Stephanie Jagger  519‐616‐1746 

Mrs Lorraine Kidd  519‐669‐5756 

Richard & Catherine Knicely, Andrew, Lauren  519‐669‐3830 

Douglas & Marion Martin  519‐669‐8047 

Mrs Edna Martin  519‐669‐4455 

Mr. Lorne Martin  519‐669‐4111 

Jason McDonald & Melissa Mayer, Tanner  unlisted 

Brad & Katie Muller  519‐669‐1446 

Hans & Ingrid Pottkamper  519‐669‐2281 

Stephen & Elaine Racey  519‐669‐4469 

Lorne & Helen Richmond  519‐669‐2642 

Karen Ross  519‐669‐0083 

John & Karen Rudow  519‐669‐8216 

Paul & Lyn Schwindt  519‐669‐2212 

William & Barb Taylor  519‐669‐3691 

Jack & Flo Underwood  519‐669‐9779 

Douglas & Freda Walker  519‐669‐5954 

Lorne & Marie Weppler  519‐669‐4111 

FAMILY GROUP #4   

NAME  HOME PHONE 

Susan  & Andy Beinarovics  519‐210‐1644 

Kelly & Cathy Bradley  519‐669‐5835 

Grace Burkhart  519‐669‐1857 

Kelly Butler, Jackie,Alexis, Caitlyn , Kalie  226‐789‐3709 

Mrs Dorothy Campbell  519‐669‐3379 

Wayne & Reta Dronick, Lily & Luke  519‐589‐8333 

Amy Dunbar  226‐747‐1216 

John & Gail Eby  519‐669‐5930 

Mrs Janet Fairhall  519‐669‐3632 

Vern Eileen Gingrich  519‐669‐3944 

Dave & Karen Hall, Ben & Brandon  519‐669‐1575 

Mr Melvin Holman  519‐669‐2698 

Dave & Deb Jagger  519‐669‐4827 

Beth Kearsley  519‐479‐5048 

Robert & Mildred MacFarlane  519‐669‐5774 

Donald & Bessie McAllister  519‐669‐0720 

Erin Miles, Zoe & Anna  519‐669‐1747 

Mrs. Joyce Morden  519‐669‐3345 

Kurt  & Sue Neufeld  519‐664‐3388 

Chris &  Lauren Osborne, Iyla & Emmie  519‐206‐ 

Mrs Sandra Pember  519‐669‐2404 

Gerrie Porter  519‐669‐5705 

Eugene & Charlotte Read  519‐669‐2226 

Ernie & Elaine Robertson  519‐669‐2821 

Albert & Doris Sheppard  519‐669‐5029 

Robert & Helen Smith, John & William  519‐573‐2960 

Jack & Fern Tabbert  519‐669‐3328 

Corinne Taylor  519‐669‐3961 

Randy & Sharon Warren  519‐669‐4903 

Alan & Janice Williams  519‐669‐4690 

Mr William Ziegler  519‐669‐1435 

The fellowship committee would also like to remind everyone to wear their nametags. This helps us remember

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names and meet new people! If you do not currently have a nametag, please make yourself one. Blank tags can be found on the back of the large display board in the narthex. Choose a numbered slot to store your nametags in. Write that number & your name on the alphabetical list tacked on the end.

Blessings

Erin Miles, Barb Taylor & Karen Rudow

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation approached Social Concern and Outreach with a concern of theirs, so we are bringing it to the congregation's attention. The Chippewas of the Thames First Nation are heading to the Supreme Court of Canada on November 30th to voice their concerns regarding the limited consultation about changes to an existing pipeline going through their traditional territory, Line 9. The changes to this pipeline increase likelihood of a rupture to over 90 per cent within the next four and a half years, according to a pipeline expert. Line 9 crosses many ecologically sensitive waterways that are tributaries to the Great Lakes, so an inevitable spill threatens Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people alike. They are asking for people to consider a donation to the court case, for legal fees, which are expected to reach half a million dollars. Please visit chippewassolidarity.org for more information.

THE OBSERVER

The observer is offered on tape for those who require. Refer to the attached information bulletin for more information.

 

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BREAKFAST WITH

SAINT NICHOLAS

Sat. Dec. 3rd

8:00am to 9:30am

(join us before the Christmas

parade)

Trinity United Church

21 Arthur St. N. Elmira

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ADVENT 1

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

9 : 3 0 a m - Youth @ Youth Room

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

7 p m - Community Memorial service @ St. James, Lutheran

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room7 p m - Staff Meeting @ Youth Room

6 p m - set up Breakfast @ Fellowship Hall

7 a m - Breakfast with St. Nicholas @ Fellowship Hall and Kitchen

ADVENT 2

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

9 : 3 0 a m - Youth @ Youth Room

1 0 : 3 0 a m - Catch up Time

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

7 p m - EDMA Advent music event @ St Teresa of Avila

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l7 : 3 0 p m - Finance & Property meeting @ Katie Hammil l 's

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

6 p m - CCD set up @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

6 p m - Community Can Dine @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

ADVENT 3

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

9 : 3 0 a m - Youth @ Youth Room

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

2 : 3 0 p m - Liona Boyd Concert/choir @ St James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Elmira

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room7 p m - Trinity Council Meeting

9 a m - UCW Dinner Prep @ Fellowship Hall & Kitchen1 2 p m - UCW Christmas dinner @ Fellowship Hall6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room7 p m - Staff Meeting @ Youth Room

ADVENT 4

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

9 : 3 0 a m - Youth @ Youth Room

1 0 : 3 0 a m - Catch up t ime

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

7 p m - Trinity Development @ Parlour, Trinity United Church Elmira

CHRISTMAS EVE

6 p m - Worship with Trinity Band

8 p m - Worship with Trinity Choir

CHRISTMAS

NO WORSHIP AT TRINITY @ TRINITY

OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED 5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira7 p m - Staff Meeting @ Youth Room

Sun M o n T u e W e d Thu Fr i S a t

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Jan 2017 (Eastern Time - Toronto)Trinity United Church, Community Calendar

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4

1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1

2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8

2 9 3 0 3 1 1 2 3 4

1 1 a m - Worship 6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l7 : 3 0 p m - Finance & Property meeting @ Katie Hammil l 's

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

9 : 3 0 a m - Pageant rehearsal

1 1 a m - Worship

1 2 p m - Potluck Lunch @ Fellowship Hall

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l7 p m - Trinity Council Meeting

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

6 p m - CCD set up @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

6 p m - Community Can Dine @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 0 : 3 0 a m - Catch up t ime

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

1 p m - Elmira & District Hort. Society AGM @ Fellowship Hall & Sanctuary6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

1 p m - Elmira & District Hort. Society AGM @ Fellowship Hall & Sanctuary6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

2 p m - UCW Meeting @ Parlour

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

7 p m - Trinity Development @ Parlour, Trinity United Church Elmira

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

Sun M o n T u e W e d Thu Fr i S a t

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2 9 3 0 3 1 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1

1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8

1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5

2 6 2 7 2 8 1 2 3 4

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 0 : 3 0 a m - Catch up Time

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l7 : 3 0 p m - Finance & Property meeting @ Katie Hammil l 's

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

6 p m - CCD set up @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

6 p m - Community Can Dine @ Fellowship Hall Trinity United Church Elmira

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l7 p m - Trinity Council Meeting

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

2 p m - UCW Meeting @ Parlour

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 0 : 3 0 a m - Catch up t ime

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

6 : 4 5 p m - Guides @ Large BLAST Room

6 : 2 0 p m - Beavers @ Fellowship Hal l

5 : 3 0 p m - Weight Watchers @ Parlour & Small BLAST Room Trinity United ChurchElmira6 : 3 0 p m - Brownies @ Fellowship Hal l6 : 3 0 p m - Sparks @ Large BLAST Room

7 p m - Trinity Development @ Parlour, Trinity United Church Elmira

9 : 3 0 a m - Contemporary Worship

1 1 a m - Traditional Worship

Sun M o n T u e W e d Thu Fr i S a t

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