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:

  • Sunday services are now downstairs, in the (air-conditioned) Stewart Hall, until the Fall. 
  • Retirement reception for Rev. James – Sunday, June 29, after service, Stewart Hall. Care Home Services:

     

    Report from TSA Council
    TSA Newsletter
    Realm Communication – from June 17 Council Meeting

    TSA Council met in person on Tuesday June 17, our regular monthly meeting for June.

    • Rev. James’ Retirement Celebration – will be Sunday June 29th. Our service will be in Stewart Hall followed by our celebration of his remarkable ministry career and especially his last 5 ½ years at TSA!! Lunch will be provided. Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex if you can help with set-up, food preparation, or clean-up. And remember to write in our book of good wishes for James and contribute to the purse, before Sunday Services or in the office during the week.
    • Rev. Eric Pagé – will join TSA August 1. We will take our “relatively” quiet August time for groups and committees to meet him before regular business starts again in September.
    • Finances – tracking normally. Givings are up slightly, as are expenses.

    Spring financial update:

    Operating: for the end of May 2025 compared to 2024.

    2025 Income $106,173, Expenses $155,562, Net –$49,389

    2024 Income $98,229, Expenses $141,434, Net –$43,204

    Thank you for your continued financial support for TSA and its mission and outreach. Please also consider an adjustment for inflation in your offerings. Please note that PAR is available for those wishing to use it for their offerings. For more information on this contact the office.

    Stewardship: TSA outreach and support – Plant Sale $5,298, (proceeds for Camp Lau Ren), Sunshine Coach $75, Camping Sunday $1,123 for camp Lau Ren, Community lunches voluntary contribution $660, Mission and Services UCC $5676, Thrift shop gives 10% of total revenues (yearly revenues exceed $100,000).

    • Property – The new carpeting in the Narthex, hall and Chapel is complete and looks fantastic!! Cost was $21k, slightly less than estimated. Anyone wishing to make a special donation to help defray costs can do so in the office (and receive a charitable donation receipt). Left over carpet will be used to floor the lounge. We need additional people to help on the sound system. Anyone willing to help please contact Garry Scott, training will be provided. New Thrift Shop cameras should be up and running this week.
    • Worship & Music– The year-end Rainbow Service on June 1 was a beautiful celebration filled with music and love, affirming God’s inclusive embrace and TSA’s role as a beacon in our community. Our youth program wrapped up May 25 for the summer. Sunday supply worship leaders are in place for July and Rev. Eric Page starts in August.
    • Ministry and Personnel – Pastoral Care has been arranged for July (Rev. Don Anderson). The M&P Committee conducted an exit interview with Rev. James to get his input on what works well and areas of improvement for TSA and suggestions for transition to our new minister.
    • Membership, Pastoral Care and Fellowship – With the many “fellowship” activities at TSA, the Committee is looking at whether “fellowship” should be a separate group. Care home services – Bonnechere Manor August 10.
    • Affirming Committee – is being re-established to provide additional support for our Affirming Ministry. We are looking for additional members!! Contact the office for more information. We participated in the Renfrew Pride Picnic in Low Square on June 14. With our new banner, pottery rainbow hearts and pompoms we had a welcoming presence to all who attended. Many thanks to Deb C, Cathy M, Rev. James and Rev. Christine who welcomed people to our booth.
    • EOOR – The EOORC AGM was June 15th. They are reassessing their strategic plan (highlighting vulnerabilities – Communities of Faith in deficit, fewer than 50 people, no minister), and prepared a guide “Managing our Property”. Many of these elements our Transforming Journey Team looked at as part of their project!!
    • 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada – TSA celebrated on June 8th with neighbouring pastoral charges of Admaston – Haley’s, Castleford – Glasgow, Calabogie – White Lake. A very uplifting, musical service with 164 in attendance and 25 in the combined choir with White Lake. The reception was very well attended with a variety of cakes. Special offering proceeds went to the Food Bank.
    • Transforming Journey Team (TJT) Path Forward – Council will continue to look at actions from the report with a focus on “grants” over the summer so that we are prepared to access available funds in the fall for important initiatives.
    • Mary Elizabeth Plaunt Scholarship ($1500) – will again be presented to an RCI graduating student who is pursuing further education for teaching or early childhood education. Graduation night is June 26.
    • Community Friendship Lunch – June 24th … the Men made sandwiches and Barb Fife’s dessert will be Strawberry shortcake and Iced tea will be served. Rev. James was not allowed in the kitchen!!
    • Ukelele group – final meeting before summer break – June 21st – potluck at James’.
    • Meeting with St. James Lutherans – Council representatives met with St. James Council reps to review our letter of understanding and any issues and upcoming changes. Good discussion and a few things to sort out. All in all, a good relationship.
    • Upcoming Activities – for up-to-date information, refer to our weekly bulletin or contact the office.

    Our next regular Council meeting will be Tuesday, September 15 at 4:00pm. In person.

    We will undoubtedly have some special meetings in the summer as we welcome Rev. Eric Pagé.

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

     

    Judy Ryan on behalf of TSA Council       With thanks, Rev. James Murray

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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. Murray’s email is james@tsarenfrew.ca.

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

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