Welcome

“Called by God to live in loving, just, and respectful relationship with each other,
our neighbours, and the earth.”

Trinity-St. Andrew’s is an Affirming Ministry of the United
Church of Canada.

 

Coming Events at TSA:

– Treasures Sale, Sat. Nov. 29, 10-2
– Treats Sale, Sat. Dec. 6, 10-2
– Groves Park Lodge Service, Tues. Dec. 9, 2pm
– Carol Singing in the Neighbourhood – Mon. Dec. 15, 6:30
– Community Lunch – Tues. Dec. 16, 11:30-12:30
– Quail Creek Service, Tues. Dec. 16, 2pm
– Final Day for 2025 for the Thrift Shop – Sat. Dec. 20, 10-2
– TSA Christmas Eve Service, Wed. Dec. 24, 7pm 

• TSA Newsletter: Realm Update from November 18th Council Meeting

  TSA Council met in person on Tuesday November 18, our regular monthly meeting for November. This provides an update on the meeting and activities since then.

  • Community Luncheon – held November 18 was a huge success serving 90+ a delicious meal of chili, coleslaw, cornmeal muffins and pies. Thanks to all who organized (Jane and Barb), cooked, baked and cleaned up. Next is December 16 – turkey pot pie!
  • Canadian Foodgrains Concert – on November 22 was a well attended musical event with $2577 raised for Canadian Foodgrains!!
  • Church Hall Meeting – held after the service November 23. The intent was to improve communication starting with an overview of Council… who we are and what we do. Committee Chairs gave a summary of what their committees do. Questions related to all the committees, sub-committees, community outreach activities and how they link together and the need for this to be provided on the TSA website were helpful. Council will make this happen. We will have another Church Hall meeting in spring and provide a focus on other important TSA Committees and Groups that do not sit on Council but are key to the ongoing success of TSA.
  • Mitten Tree – has been set up in the Narthex for toques and waterproof mittens. These will be given to the Food Bank, December 14, for needy children and youth in Renfrew.
  • Treasures Sale (November 29, 10-2) set up is underway. Pre-sale on the Friday is available for seniors and those with mobility issues.
  • Treats Sale (December 6, 10-2) – hopefully all candy makers and bakers are busy preparing the many treats that will be available for your enjoyment.
  • Christmas Card Campaign – to share some Christmas cheer with our members not able to get to TSA in person. Contact information is available from the office.
  • Finance and Stewardship – tracking normally. Givings are up slightly, as are expenses. $40k has been taken out of investments and put into operating funds. The draft budget for 2026 was discussed, a few changes made for finalization and approval in December. December 14 will be White Gift Sunday with special givings going to the Food Bank.
  • Property – Furnace/heating issues are being addressed. Folding chairs for Stewart Hall were purchased from the Burnstown UCW and more will be purchased commercially when they can be matched. The old blue ones will be put out at the Thrift Shop. The upstairs men’s washroom and washroom in the spare office will be upgraded.
  • Worship & Music– Our Remembrance Day Service was well received with stories of 5 Renfrew soldiers who participated in the liberation of the Netherlands by Peter and Kurt, special music by Mike and trumpet by Dan. Advent begins Sunday November 30, and we will have Communion on that Sunday. Our youth Music Program continues to grow steadily with a solid core attending. Plan to go “Carolling” Monday December 15^th with Danah, our Youth Group and Choir. Hot chocolate afterwards!!

    Membership, Pastoral Care and Fellowship – five new members joined TSA by transfer on November 23 – Barbara Mair from Grace United, Arnprior; Dale & Sally Prendergast from Melville United, Eganville and Mike Gorman & Deb Craven from St. Paul’s United, Bowmanville. Give them a warm welcome to TSA.

  On Sunday November 16^th we had a Ceremony of Blessing of all Prayer Shawls. Let Rev. Eric or Margo know of anyone who would benefit from a Prayer Shawl.

  • EOOR –Brenda attended an EOOR strategic planning meeting on November 1 in Pembroke, Zion Evangelical United Church.
  • Ukelele Group –remains on hold ‘til the New Year.
  • Upcoming Activities – for up-to-date information, refer to our weekly bulletin or contact the office. Or visit our website at https://tsarenfrew.ca.

  Our next regular Council meeting will be Tuesday, December 16 at 3:30.  ZOOM.

  Questions, concerns, thoughts, details on activities or suggestions, call the office. Office number (613) 432-2285.

  Judy Ryan on behalf of TSA Council

  TSA Council: Rev Eric Page (Ministry), Judy Ryan (Chair), John Cooke (Vice Chair), Debbie McDermid (Secretary), Peter Raaphorst (Finance), Garry Scott (Property), Brenda McLeod (Worship and Music), Ross McEwen (Ministry and Personnel), Margo Aubert (Membership, Pastoral Care and Fellowship), Daphne Hanneman and Mike Gorman (Members-at-Large)

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Links: 
https://youtube.com/channel/UC1jVNg101r8nZhTGuis8LdA
https://www.facebook.com/Trinity-St-Andrews-United-Church-248786075142932

TSA Rainbow Worship Service:  https://www.facebook.com/youbelongRWS

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Contact Information:  Office: telephone: 613-432-2285, or by email at office@tsarenfrew.ca. Rev. Pagé’s email is eric@tsarenfrew.ca.

If you want to know more about our community of faith please feel free to contact us.